Kirby Pines Retirement Community | The Pinecone

• 2 • The Pinecone | July 2021 ON THE PINECONE COVER Summer is officially here! Although it sneaked in towards the end of June, the unofficial hotter, dryer weather arrived sometime during spring. Luckily for us all, our large trees and park like acreage, provides us with plenty of areas where we can step outside to stroll under the shade of numerous majestic trees. We can also enjoy fishing with friends and grandchildren along the banks of our very own lake, or enjoy a family picnic in the gazebo cooled by ceiling fans, now that outside restrictions for Covid have been removed. For those who prefer to stay indoors, the July calendar is filled with events to meet a variety of interests. This year Kirby Pines is proud to hold, its’ Annual Fourth of July Parade on Thursday, July 1st. Our culinary department is planning a special treat for everyone on July 4th, along with a traditional brunch feast, and welcomes all families to come and celebrate Independence Day with us. Please make your reservations early, and remember that updated policies require that all members in your party be present before being seated in the dining room. Throughout the month, the Life Enhancement department has planned on-site entertainers, a weekly farmer’s market, movies, and games. It's Officially Summer a t K i r b y P i n e s Michael Escamilla, Executive Director, Kirby Pines Things Are Heating Up At Kirby Pines! Kirby Pines Retirement LifeCare is managed by: BOARD OF D I R ECTOR S Dr. James Latimer, Chairman Mr. Rudy Herzke, President Mr. Berry Terry, Secretary/Treasurer Mr. Larry Braughton Mr. Jim Ethridge Ms. Linda Harrington Ms. Mary Ann Hodges Mr. Rusty Linkous Mr. Boyd Rhodes, Jr. RCA S TA F F Charlie Trammell President, RCA Michélle Vincent Executive Vice President, RCA Tim Cox Senior Vice President of Finance, RCA Laura Cornwell Vice President of Finance, RCA Stephanie Barrow Director of Sales & Marketing K I RBY P I NE S S TA F F Michael Escamilla Executive Director, Kirby Pines Annette Marlar Director of Medical Services Mike Abutineh, M.D. Medical Director Anna Bradford Nursing Home/Assisted Living Administrator Nichelle Highsmith Director of Human Resources Linda Huston Director of Accounting Don Johnson Chaplain Jada Mullins Director of Environmental Services Chuck Neeley Director of Maintenance Allison Nolan Life Enhancement Director Mike Rayder Director of Grounds & Landscaping Mark Simpson Director of Culinary Services Calvin Sims Director of Security This magazine is produced by RCA 6465 N. Quail Hollow Rd., Suite 400 Memphis, TN 38120, 901-794-2598 Electronic version of The Pinecone is available at www.kirbypines.com It's July and as anticipated, things are looking up everywhere. People are getting out more and visiting with friends and family. We can see it happening all around at Kirby Pines. What better way to celebrate our freedom and independence than by participating in our An- nual 4th of July Parade on Thursday the 1st. Break out your red, white and blue and join in the fun. We also welcome back our Art Wall Presentations on the 9th and The Entertainers return for a show on the 16th. The incompara- ble Joyce Cobb performs on the 13th and our favorite Jim Mahannah and his band host a summer dance on the 20th. Check the calendar for these events and much more. Our front cover features Bobby and Susie Thompson in one of the many classic cars that were on display at our big Father's Day Car Show. The weather was perfect, the music was hopping, the food was delicious and the cama- raderie was greatly welcomed. In fact, with so much going on at Kirby Pines, the slightly warmer summer days will breeze by almost unnoticed. July will be filled with truly important national and community events, Independence Day being among the most noteworthy. This July, when we gather to celebrate the birth of our nation, we will also be ending many of the national healthcare protocols that limited gathering with family and friends, as we welcome back a true feeling of independence. This July, please join with me in thanking all employees and workers as we bask in the warmth of their service and their genuine concern. Yes, summer is officially here. Our back cover shows some of the vehi- cles displayed and the good time that was had. We appreciate everyone who partic- ipated and look forward to our next big event. Happy Independence Day to all! Future resident, Josie Howser, in her 1999 Jaguar used on our front cover