ANN YOUNG, charter member
"I think the Lifelong Learning Center is going to be a very meaningful place. I can't wait to attend some of the lectures and classes. And with my passion for good music, I can't think of a better place to spend time than at the Performance Arts Center."

KATHY GASTON, charter member
"It was the whole village atmosphere that sold me. It seemed to be more cozy and friendly than most of the retirement communities I've seen."

CHUCK RICKERTSEN, charter member
This new community will be like living in a small village where I'll know everyone who is here. I'm looking forward to visiting with them down at the pub."

HAZEL RICKERTSEN, charter member
"I'm more excited than I have been in a long time. We lived in our house for more than 40 years and this new community sounds like an adventure. It's an ideal place for us."

Dr. BOBBE SOMMER, expert on productive living
"Walnut Village is an ideal place for active seniors. The residents will have so much available to them to keep their minds, bodies and spirits nourished which helps us not only live longer, but better."