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Longfellow Life
Our Monthly Newsletter
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A Letter from Longfellow's President  | |
Dear Members and Friends,
Happy Day After Ground Hog Day! Since that cute little prescient rodent saw his shadow we'll have six more weeks of winter. But what does that mean this year with so little cold and snow? With the mildest winter in recent memory, it's been easy to get to the club so we've all lost the excuse of the weather being bad. Hopefully you're keeping your New Year's health resolutions and using the club as much as possible. It's good to keep in mind that every time you walk through the door at Longfellow, you're doing something good for yourself and for your health. As you've seen at the club, there is a lot going on at Longfellow. I hope you're enjoying seeing all the improvements being made - we certainly love the changes. We're making great progress on the Women's Locker Room as we approach the final stages and we know our female members are going to love the results. The club is energized about the upcoming Super Bowl, it should be a good one! Go Pats! And finally, the Ground Hog's predictions or not, once we get to March we know spring is just around the corner. Yours in health, Laury Hammel, President 
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Club Renovations Update!
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 We've been hard at work continuing the progress of making the clubs sparkle.
- In the Women's Locker Room, we are focusing on completing two showers very soon, so there will be five showers available. Our contractors are working long hours to be able to complete the full project as soon as possible.
- We've just installed a new 55" tv in the upstairs fitness room! This tv will be dedicated to sporting events, so you'll be able to stay in touch with your favorite teams as you work out.
- Our expert painter Tony Dapaz has been busy continuing to spruce up more areas of the club. Recently he has completed painting the downstairs cardio room, the upstairs fitness room, the cafe, the new kids dressing area in the ladies locker room, and the hallway to court 8. You may have noticed that with all of this painting that there is no smell because we're using Benjamin Moore low VOC paint.
- Our dynamite tile and rug contractor John LaCava has continued to install new rug squares in the cardio room, the upstairs fitness area, and the front and back stairs to the upstairs fitness room. We think you'll love the new look - we certainly do! New furniture will be arriving soon to accent our new rugs. And this rug was installed with environmentally and people friendly adhesive, that is solvent-free, zero VOC Calculated, Alcohol and Ammonia-free, non-flammable, and has Anti-microbial Protection.
We thank you for your patience and understanding as we work hard to get all of these projects completed as quickly as we can.
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Check Out Longfellow's Facebook Page by LIKING Us!
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Do you like to be inspired and have your day uplifted!
Join the Longfellow Facebook Page and be inspired every Monday with a Quote of the week.
The Longfellow Facebook page continues to gain interest as more and more people "like" it. You can find us on Facebook under "The Longfellow Clubs - Wayland and Natick." "Liking" the Longfellow page means you'll have access to an excellent resource to support your health and fitness goals and give you a boost of inspiration.
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Fantastic Coat Drive for Rosie's Place!
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 Thank you to everyone who has so kindly donated coats to Rosie's Place. Thus far we have collected over 180 coats and received $1600.00 from the Longfellow community. Jennifer Fortunato, a member of Longfellow's Fitness Staff and a Longfellow Personal Trainer, was the driving force behind the drive, and she made a substantial monetary contribution as well. The result has far exceeded our expectations, and again, thank you to everyone who donated.
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Tennis News
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Lauren Astley Fundraiser....The Longfellow Club would like to thank all the college players who participated in the Pro Am for the Lauren Astley Memorial Fundraiser. Al Steinroed er (Harvard), Will Spector (Brown), Christian Heany-Secord (Carnegie Mellon), Spencer Brightman (Clark), Ilya Levin (Trinity), Chris Cua (Villanova), Andy Doughterty (Haverford).
Hammel Tennis Camp............. Hammel Tennis Camp Brochures now available either at the club or on longfellowclubs.com. Early sign up discounts are available until March 1st. We are back for our 38th year and will be better than ever! We cater to all levels of players. A fun, tennis-orientated, and safe environment to help the kids grow is our trademark. If you have any questions, please contact the Camp Director at Longfellow, Phil Parrish at hammeltenniscamp@hotmail.com.
Adult News
Congrats to our Longfellow/Natick In-House Singles League Fall Winners!
 Daytime WomenA1 Kathleen McVicar and Mary Beth Gordon A2 Erika Pond B1 Tracy Reed B2 Lauren Barbaresi Working WomenA1 Janet Pearl A2 Svetlana Jorstad B Katie Kubie MenA Kevin Lew A2 Michael Friedman B1 Tony Liang B2 Red Craig Forman B2 Blue Mark Seliber B3 Ken Chasin C Ravi Chandra Valentine's Mixed Doubles: Saturday, Feb 11 8-10 pm $15 per person/$25 per couple. Come join us for some fun mixed doubles. Bring your sweetie for a swinging good time! We will provide light refreshments. BYOB. Members and non members are welcome. For more information, please contact Lorie Gochenour at 508-358-7355 or lorie@longfellowclubs.comLongfellow sent two teams to Regional Tri-Level Playoffs! | | Andrzej Niemierko and Derek Zurn celebrating their USTA Regional Win! |
The men's 3.5 team consisting of Jeff Bernstein and Steve Driscoll, and the men's 4.0 team consisting of Andrzej Niemierko, Derek Zurn and Mike McGonagle, both qualified for the USTA League Regional Tri-Level Playoffs. They played Jan 14 and 15 in Springfield, MA. Andrzej Niemierko and Derek Zurn won their playoff and are going to California for the national tournament!  | |
Lorie Gochenour, Nancy Donaldson, and Deb Chan at the Divisional Playoff
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One of the Longfellow Ladies Tri-Level teams made it to the divisional playoffs at Winchester in late December. The 3.5 team consisting of Nancy Donaldson, Deb Chan and Lorie Gochenour played hard against Manchester and Dedham. All three teams won the same number of matches, so it came down to a tiebreaker. Manchester was the eventual winner by one game. It was a close match for all teams and everyone played well and had fun. Calling All Beginners...........Longfellow is running it's Adult Instant Tennis classes again for anyone interested in learning how to play tennis or wanting to get back into the game. The cost is $39.99 for 4 1 hour lessons! We have classes in the AM, PM and on weekends. If you are interested in playing, please contact Lorie Gochenour at the club or email her at lorie@longfellowclubs.com.
Pro Shop News..........Babolat will be creating a Concept Shop at Longfellow. Babolat, the #1 racquet in the US, will be partnering with Longfellow to create a concept shop featuring the latest in Babolat racquets, shoes, and accessories. Babolat will also be the official racquet, shoe, and 10 and under ball for The Hammel Tennis Camp and The Longfellow Club. Come support the new concept shop and try Babolat, the #1 brand in US Tennis. They have something for you!
 ZIP Zone News
Zip Zone Clinics Session 2 Sign up Now............We have a few spaces available for the winter session in the Zip Zone for your child 8 and under. Please contact Jamey in the Zip Zone.
Zip Zone will have Tennis and a Movie on Saturday, February 18th - the movie will be "The Smurfs". The time is 4:45-8:00. Cost is $35 per child and 1/2 price for each sibling. We will be hosting an 8 and under's USTA Tournament on March 8rd. Please sign up at the Zip Zone or at www.newengland@usta.com Noah Lee, Marco Pennelli, Jonathan Zhang, Taylor Hsu, Shea Miller-Novello and Abigail Finchum all participated in the USTA/Fed Cup Media Day Junior Round Robin this past Wednesday, February 1st at the DCU Center in Worcester. They all met Serena and Venus Williams and got a photo taken with her. They also received tickets to the Fed Cup matches this weekend in Worcester.
February Vacation Zip Zone Camp will run from February 20th through the 24th from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. Cost is $55/day or $250/week. We'll also hold Competitive Practice for players 6-8 years old, that are able to rally, from 1:30 - 2:30 pm each day. Cost is $12/player.
Junior News
Rule Changes........The USTA has now had a rules change effective January 1st 2012 for 10 and under tennis. All 10 and under tennis tournaments will now be played with Orange Ball and no longer than a 25' racquet. Please go to USTA.com or talk to Jamey Finchem or Phil Parrish if you have any questions! 12 & Under Match Play is next Friday night, Feb 10th from 6:30-8:00. HS/TTP Match Play is Saturday, February 18th from 5:00-7:00 pm.
School Vacation Match Play Schedule (Monday, February 20 - Friday, February 24th:
- Orange Ball - each day from 11:00-12:00. Cost is $20/player
- Pre HS - 12:00-1:00 each day. Cost is $20/player/day
- HP Camp - each day from 1:00-4:00. Cost is $55/day or $250/week
- HS/TTP - 4:00-6:00 each day. Cost is $35/player/day
Tournament Results............Congratulations to the following Longfellow Juniors.....Andrew Wang 16 Level 7 winner in Westboro.......Will Talcott 16 Level 7 Winner at MAC.......Dasha Kostikin runnerup at the 18 Level 7 in Cape Cod and Level 6 at Longfellow....Nathan Kaplan winner 17 Level 7 at Nashua.
College Commitments..........Congrats to Charlotte Marcoux who is going to Connecticut College to play tennis!
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Little Longfellows
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 Happy New Year from the Longfellow Children's Center! We are happy to be back in our regular routine of school and fun activities, like cooking class! This is one of our favorite times of the week, where we make our own healthy snacks (such as whole wheat bagel pizzas, shown here) and learn about how to stay healthy. Another favorite is dance class, where we learn to exercise and move our bodies to stay fit, while having lots of fun! We love to start the new year off right, just like our parents.
Come join us and be a part of the fun that happens every day at the Children's Center. We are open Monday through Friday from 8 am until 6 pm. We offer parents total scheduling flexibility and so many fun classes to participate in. Come by for a tour or call us at 508-358-0710. February vacation is just around the corner, and we have a fantastic Vacation Camp program for children ages 12 months to 12 years! We offer sports, games, arts and crafts, dance and music classes, swimming, and amazing lunches and snacks every day. Our program runs Tuesday, February 21 through Friday, February 24 from 8:30 - 4, with extended care available from 8 - 6. Join us for a fun, active week with friends. Call 508-358-0710 for more information, or stop by the Children's Center to register.
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Kids Fitness News
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Kids Yoga - Kids yoga is happening at Lumina on Wednesdays 4 - 4:45 pm for 10 - 14 year olds, and 4:45 - 5:30 pm for 6 - 9 year olds. New Session started January 4th, and runs to February 14th, so call Lumina for more info & pre-sign up at 508-358-6022.
Middle School Program - We're looking for middle school kids who want to workout and learn about cardiovascular exercise and strength training appropriate for their age. Keep your kids active! Days are Mondays at 4-5 pm. Call Teresa Newton-Moineau at 508-358-7355 x317 for more info. Session started January 9th, and runs to February 12th, and the minimum is 3 students. Pre-Sign up at the front desk.
 Kids Basketball - Kids Basketball began the week of January 4th, and will run to February 15th. Classes for ages 6 & 7 are Wednesdays from 4 - 5 pm, and classes for ages 4 & 5 are Thursdays at 1:30 - 2:15 pm. Pre -Sign up at the front desk.
Trifecta Class for ages 8 - 11 -
Basketball, Hockey & Soccer will be played on Studio 1 from 4 - 5 pm on Tuesdays. The classes began January 3rd, and will continue until February 13th. Open to all boys & girls 8 - 11 years old. Pre-sign up at the front desk. Call Teresa at x317 for more info.
HS Boys Winter Conditioning -
Starting Nov. 28th - March 9th - Winter Conditioning for High School Boys has begun on Mondays from 5:15 - 6:30 pm, Wednesdays 2:30 - 4 pm & Fridays 4 - 5:30 pm. Includes strength training, cardiovascular endurance, agility, footwork, speed, core & flexibility training & games! Drop in is $15 per day. Email Teresa for more info at Tnewtonmoineau@gmail.com
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Group Exercise News
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Lumina has added some new classes: 
- NIA Dance will be added on Mondays 8:50 - 9:45 am with Lisa V.
- Gentle Yoga will be back on Mondays 5:30 - 6:45 pm with Taylor McHugh starting Jan. 9th.
- Chopra Yoga and Meditation will be on Wednesdays 5:30 - 6:45 pm with Karen Martin
- Meditation on Sundays 10:45 - Noon with Nina Carmel
Welcome to our new PowerPacing instructor: Nance Marshall, Thursdays 6 - 7 pm
Please make sure that you bring in shoes for classes & not wear your outdoor shoes to class with sand & snow on them. It helps preserve the floors. Thank you!
Our Holiday Pyramid Challenge game ended January 2nd. If you finished, please pick up your prize at the front desk after Jan. 26th.
February will be Heart Month - hence, the Heart Game! Signup began
January 15th. Come join us!
During February School Vacation - Saturday, February 18th through Sunday February 26th - there will be a separate group exercise class schedule than the regular schedule. It will be posted after February 5. There will be no evening classes on Presidents Day February 20th.
Hip Hop Dance - Come dance with us on Friday March 2nd from 7-8 pm with Elizabeth Berstein in Studio 1. The cost of the dance is $15, and members' discounted price is $10. Advance sign up is required.
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Aquatics News
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 Session II of the Longfellow Aquatics Academy started without a hitch this month. The classes run until March so there is still plenty of time to join. Contact the Aquatics department and we will help you find a class that has room and is the appropriate level for you or your child.
We are offering an adult beginners class on Fridays at 5:30. If you do not know how to swim or are not comfortable in the water, make it your New Year's resolution to learn to swim! It's great exercise and so much fun!! We also have an adult group of masters who swim together Wednesday mornings from 9-10 am.This is a great class if you already swim but want to improve and join a great group - come give it a try, it's not just for the advanced swimmers but all levels are welcome and encouraged.
 | Our Walden Pond New Year's Day Dippers - Kendra Quirk, Jasmin Antion, Laura Lawson,
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A group of our masters went to Walden Pond on New Years Day for a swim. Their expressions can tell you what fun was had by all!
We had a large group of people getting certified for Lifeguarding over the winter break. We will offer more Red Cross Certification classes in February and during the spring. Call the Aquatics department at 508-358-7355 x 238, or e-mail longfellowswim@gmail.com for the schedule and to sign up. Be ready for that summer job!
We are offering group and private lessons with our terrific Red Cross certified instructors. We also have a Stroke and Endurance Program on Tuesday and Thursday evenings for the older kids and teenagers with our swim team coaches. They get swimming instruction and a full workout without the commitment and competition of a swim team.  | |
Joan Kelly (r) and her class
having a great time at the pool!
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We have a group of swimmers coached by the effervescent Joan Kelly who have been swimming together multiple mornings a week. The group consists of all levels and always welcomes new swimmers. If you have a chance to stop in and try this fun workout, come Wednesdays at 9 am and introduce yourself to Joan - you will be glad you gave it a try! Call us at 508-358-7355 for more information on any of these classes or to set up a private lesson or swim evaluation. Come try one of our many classes, or just come spend some relaxing time in the 83 degree pool and 104 degree hot tub this winter.
See you at the pool!
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Fitness News - What is a Foam Roller and Why Should I Use One?
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Foam rollers offer many of the same benefits as a sports massage, without the big price tag. The roller not only stretches muscles and tendons, but it also breaks down soft tissue adhesions and scar tissue. By using your own body weight and a cylindrical foam roller, you can perform a self-massage or myofascial release, break up trigger points, and soothe tight fascia while increasing blood flow and circulation to the soft tissues.
 How It Works:
The superficial fascia is a soft connective tissue located just below the skin. It wraps and connects the muscles, bones, nerves and blood vessels of the body. Together, muscle and fascia make up what is called the myofascia system. For various reasons including disuse, not enough stretching, or injuries, the fascia and the underlying muscle tissue can become stuck together. This is called an adhesion and it results in restricted muscle movement. It also causes pain, soreness and reduced flexibility or range of motion.
Myofascial release is a body work technique in which a practitioner uses gentle, sustained pressure on the soft tissues while applying traction to the fascia. This technique results in softening and lengthening (release) of the fascia and breaking down scar tissue or adhesions between skin, muscles and bones.
Myofascial release has also been shown to relieve muscle and joint pain as well as improving flexibility and range of motion. Foam rollers are inexpensive, and with a bit of experimentation you can target just about any muscle group.
We can all benefit from some foam rolling so why not stop by the fitness room and learn how to use one soon!
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Try TRX and Pilates Reformer at Lumina!
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 It's a New Year! Try a new Exercise!
So you are in a groove...you do your cardio, weight conditioning and an occasional yoga class. Now it's time to consider TRX Suspension Training, or Reformer, or both!
New TRX classes are beginning at Lumina (open to all Longfellow and Lumina members, and non-members).
TRX Suspension Training was developed by a Navy Seal to help keep teammates in excellent condition. The TRX Suspension Trainer consists of straps made of industrial grade nylon webbing, which are suspended from a ceiling mount or vertical frame. Hands or feet are placed at the bottom of these straps, then, working with your own body weight and gravity, specific exercises are performed to build strength, balance, coordination and core stability. TRX allows all levels of athletes to work their core, upper and lower bodies in a three-dimensional environment.
 Similarly, the Pilates Reformer uses the Pilates principles of breath, pelvic placement, shoulder girdle and rib cage stabilization to strengthen the core and increase flexibility,
coordination and balance. Both TRX Suspension Training and Pilates Reformer classes are available to people of all levels of fitness, and will result in toned abs, glutes and thighs and strong backs. So what are you waiting for?!
Demos are available, just contact the Front Desk at Lumina (508-358-6022) and ask for Kathy Ney for TRX, and Kay Finn for Reformer.
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Water Exercise News
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 Have you always wanted to try a class with Brenda? For a limited time, Brenda will be teaching every Thursday at 8:00 a.m. Brenda teaches a fast-paced, fun and spirited workout. For those of you looking for a more moderately-paced group, no need to worry! Brenda will make sure you feel comfortable moving at a rate that's right for you. Join Brenda on Thursday, or Judy, Stacey, Bredt or Cintia for any of our terrific 8:00 a.m. classes. NOTE: Almost as important as the workout is the "after hours" club that meets daily after class in the club lobby for an informal social!!! See you there!
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Nutrition News - Embrace Balance in 2012!
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Participants in Longfellow's Living In Balance Program have seen amazing results with this great weight loss and maintenance program. This is no diet, but a high-energy eating plan for life! In LIB sessions you will learn to develop and adopt an "offensive" strategy toward eating, and re-train your brain to make LASTING CHANGES. Our staff of professional dieticians will teach you to recognize the influence
 of salt, sugar and fat on your food choices, handle setbacks and frustrations, and make peace with food! LIB strategies will help you navigate the waters of weight management, including the challenges associated with restaurant dining and social eating. Better nutrition can mean: - Increased Energy
- Happier Moods
- Improved Cholesterol
- Improved Blood Pressure, Blood Sugar
- More Self Confidence
- Better Relationships
- More Productivity at Work
- Enhanced Appearance
The latest session of Living In Balance began on January 9. Give Jane Polley a call here at Longfellow at 508-653-4633, ext 213, or email her at jpolley@longfellowsportsclub.com We look forward to seeing you Living In Balance!
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Play Pickleball!
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 Looking for a fun way to burn some holiday calories while having a great time? Try Pickleball! This sport combines the coolest parts of Ping Pong and Tennis, and is a real blast. Pickleball is played on a miniature tennis court, and uses wooden racquets that resemble oversized Ping Pong paddles. On these small courts the importance of running is diminished, and the focus placed more on technique. You can volley and smash points just like Tennis and Ping Pong. Pickleball is great fun and awesome for all ages, and a great way to stay active and agile! First visit is FREE! Cost is $10 for singles and couples are $5 per person for doubles. Pickleball runs every Monday 6:00 PM, Wednesday 6:00 PM, and Friday at 10:00 AM. Call us at 508-358-7355 to reserve your spot. Come join us on our Zip Zone courts in Wayland for some Pickleball!
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Longfellow's Legendary Birthday Parties
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 Need a fun, active and engaging place to have your child's next birthday party? At the Longfellow Children's Center and The Longfellow Club we provide just that with many different options to choose from. Our talented, enthusiastic staff will do all the work and we provide all the components of a fabulous party, leaving you free to sit back and enjoy the fun (and take pictures, of course!)
At The Children's Center, we utilize our huge indoor playground with the "Amazing Maze" and treehouse structure for lots of active fun. Our Party Coordinators know lots of age-appropriate awesome games, and our staff does all of the set-up, clean-up and everything in between, including pizza, drinks, decorated paper goods and party favors.
At The Longfellow Club, kids can choose to swim in our heated, year-round pool and play games on the basketball floor. Parents may also combine the pool with the maze at the Children's Center for the best party ever. Consider us for your next party. Tell us you read about us in the newsletter and the birthday child is free! Call us today at 508-358-0710 to schedule your child's next birthday celebration.
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Did you know - if you refer a friend who joins Longfellow for an annual membership, then you get a free additional month added onto your membership? The more new members you refer who join, the more months you get FREE! Your friend just needs to mention your name when they join, for you to get your free month. |
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| The Longfellow Purpose and Mission Statement |
 The Longfellow Purpose- To build a world where everyone's basic needs are met, and people experience love, happiness, and satisfaction.
- To create a model organization, through the development of successful health and recreation businesses, that works toward the fulfillment of our global vision.
The Longfellow Mission Statement
The Longfellow Clubs is a locally owned and independent business committed to the health and well being of our community, and provides extraordinary fitness, recreational, and educational programs for people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.
We honor all Longfellow stakeholders and appreciate all they do to make us the vibrant community we are. All management decisions consider the needs of Longfellow stakeholders, and it is our intention to:
- Love and care for our customer and to create a caring and compassionate culture committed to providing the highest level of customer service by exceeding expectations and saying yes if we can.
- Support every staff member in reaching their full potential as human beings - physically, mentally, and spiritually. We engage them in the management process and make every effort to pay a living wage with fair benefits to all staff members.
- Preserve our environment, minimize our carbon footprint, and join with others in our community to build a sustainable and just world.
- Work closely with individuals and nonprofit organizations to promote healthy, sustainable, and inclusive communities.
- Support the locally owned and independent business partners in our community and in our industry so that they can be financially successful and outstanding community citizens.
- Manage a profitable business that is a leader in our industry and provides a fair return to the owners and investors.
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