September days have the warmth of summer in their briefer hours,
but in their lengthening evenings a prophetic breath of autumn.

— Rowland E. Robinson

 

Dear Ocean Shores Community Club Members,

   Recognizing and acknowledging the goodness in our lives may be the truest definition of gratitude. On Saturday, August 23, our members, our team, our trustees and our guests had an opportunity to experience gratitude at our 2025 Annual Picnic. The event welcomed more than 411 participants and was our most successful picnic.
   Your maintenance team devoted an amazing amount of time, energy and commitment in preparing the grounds, seating and operations of our equipment in time for the event. Our administrative team assisted with the interior and ‘behind the scenes’ preparations securing reservations. The team ensured the serving flow moved well and attendees felt welcomed. 
   Our Slow Jam group provided entertainment adding to enjoyment. Our trustees and their spouses rolled up their sleeves and helped prepare and serve our tasty cuisine.
   Our members and guests shared appreciation, joy and laughter with one another.  This 2025 Annual Picnic demonstrated gratitude on all fronts. Not intending to be redundant, however, I am grateful to all those who were part of this wonderful event.

 

Family Friendly
   Ocean Shores Community Club Annual Picnic is a wonderful experience for all members of all ages. The engagement amongst all of those who attended demonstrated kindness and respect for one another. It is heartwarming to see the acts of patience and warm greetings shared by so many. As new members join our club, our community club evolves. We have returning and new activities for members. Ocean Shores Community Club’s Mission Statement expresses the continual quest for our member enjoyment.

 

Mission Statement
To promote the health and wellbeing of all community members in a supportive and caring environment. Provide recreational facilities and parks for members to experience the beauty, the warmth, and the sense of community of Ocean Shores while creating a lifetime of memories with friends and family.

 

   Members are key contributors in the development and success of this quest. When members engage aggressively in either speech or physical activity, our quest for a supportive and caring environment is impaired. Treatment of each other and our staff should be with respect and kindness. Individuals engaging in any form of aggressive behavior will be asked to leave the facility. Let us work together to address challenges. Respectful open conversation will help in our quest to create a more harmonious, caring, and fun environment for members. I thank you in advance for your support in our mutual quest.

 

Club Updates
   Meditation is a wonderful way to become centered and more mentally aware. Members can experience this every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. Check in with our member lead, Tammi, to learn more about the benefits of this newly added activity. 
   Water aerobics is back at Bayshore! Enjoy a healthy and fun workout in your indoor heated pool five days a week. The class begins at 9:30 a.m., Monday through Friday.
   Weight Loss Support group has returned from their summer hiatus. The group meets every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. in the meeting room.
 

Pool Updates
   During the summer of 2025, Cabana Pool hosted numerous families and friends. Labor Day was our last official day. At 6 p.m., it was hard for our patrons to say goodbye and leave. Staff and members alike were sad to see summer come to an end. We extend our thanks to our lifeguard team and our members for another wonderful and safe summer.
  Your Bayshore Pool is open and has adapted the schedule for the return of water aerobics. Please refer to the schedule or our website for updated hours and pool activity.
 

The Sandy Spoon Café
   Craving a cinnamon roll? Good news! Shelley and her team have returned from their much-deserved vacation. Check out the tasty cuisine while enjoying the best water view café in Ocean Shores.
 

Step Back in Time
   September 1994 several messages and practices mirror those from our present day. Pictures of our facilities show pre-renovated parks and facilities, yet the guidelines for enjoyment have changed little. 1994 was the year the exercise room, game room and other potential projects were discussed and several projects approved. Check out the history of our facility and park. Copies of the 1994 September Ocean Observer are available in our Loft, (formerly the Quiet Room).
 

Closing Thought
   Seasons, like life, continually change. Yet, with life changes we sometimes resist change. Until fully embraced, change feels clunky.  And when fully embraced, change brings growth and opportunity. To help us embrace growth and change, V.V. Brown shares the following thought:

“When you are reluctant to change, think of the beauty of autumn.”

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 Kathleen

 Kathleen Maroney

General Manager