After almost two weeks as the only full-time residents of our point, summer has stated to come alive and more cottages are occupied every day. The summer of 2013 is a significant year as we celebrate the 100th birthday of the “Juniper-McKown Point Village Improvement Society.”

Several activities are planned for the celebration so watch for all the announcements. We encourage all family members and guests to join in the activities.

Hopefully the summer of 2013 will get kicked off to a good start with full attendance at the opening reception on Saturday, June 29 at the Community House. Please bring your favorite adult beverage. Set-ups and mixes will be provided. Snacks to share are welcomed. There will also be an opportunity that evening to reserve tickets for our July 6 clam bake.

We were pleased to learn that the Sylvester family (Jonathan, Jodi, son Henry and mother Dottie) will be in residence for most of the summer. We enjoyed a brunch with them last Sunday and were joined by “off Point” friends Barbara Freeman, her daughter Abbey and grandson Simon.

We welcome back out tennis director, Jeff Dawson. He has the program all organized and ready to roll. Check out his note below and his plans for the summer schedule:

“Director Jeff would like to welcome you all back for another great summer of tennis fun. Clinics are now in full force so please stop by and talk to Jeff for summer scheduling and to discuss your individual tennis plans and goals. Below is a breakdown of the clinic times; further information can be attained by calling Jeff at the Director’s cottage line, 207-350-4455. We look forward to seeing you all at the courts!”

Junior Clinics: Monday through Friday. Advanced, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., ages 12 to 16. Beginner, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., ages 6 to 10. Munchkins, 3:30 to 4 p.m., ages 4 to 6, and Intermediate, 4 to 5:30 p.m., ages 8 to 14.

Adult Clinics: Monday through Friday. Intermediate Tennis, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Advanced tennis, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

Considering the information above it looks like the summer season of 2013 is ready to roll. Within the next week we should see lights and activity in all our point residences. We all need to keep informed of what’s happening in our community so please keep me posted on all your activities and worthy happenings. Remember, “No news is not good news.”