Tara Woods Columns - June/July 2023

WELCOME NEW RESIDENTS

Bengy and Tony Maciocio

WWW.TWHOA.NET

WWW.TWHOA.NET

If you haven’t already registered on the NEW Tara Woods Homeowners Association website, then Check It Out!

If you haven’t already registered on the NEW Tara Woods Homeowners Association website, then Check It Out!

We would like to extend a warm welcome to all our new residents. We hope you are getting settled in and can start enjoying the magic of Tara Woods. If you missed our last Orientation, you are encouraged to come to our next one which will be held on Saturday, June 10th, at 10:00 AM in the Clubhouse Meeting Room. We have a wealth of information to share with you. All are welcome.

Bonnie Anderson

Bengy and Tony are brothers who reside on Lot #75, 19714 Charleston Circle. They are part-time residents from Rhode Island. Bengy is a retired teacher. Tony is a retired pipefitter. In his spare time, Bengy enjoys walking, eating out, and the beaches. In his spare time, Tony enjoys the pool and fitness room.

Lynn and Mike Reszewski

* All from the comfort of your home * 24 hours/day – Every day

* All from the comfort of your home * 24 hours/day – Every day

Latest news on what’s happening in the Tara Woods Community.

Latest news on what’s happening in the Tara Woods Community.

Bonnie resides on Lot #70, 19744 Charleston Circle. She has moved in with her mother, Maxine Boschke. Bonnie is a full-time resident from Wisconsin. She has three children and eight grandchildren. Bonnie is a retired registered nurse. In her spare time, Bonnie enjoys the pool, gardening, walks, and reading.

Weekly “What’s Happening” email.

Weekly “What’s Happening” email.

Upcoming Events – Community Event Pictures.

Upcoming Events – Community Event Pictures.

News Articles – Classified Ads.

News Articles – Classified Ads.

Mary and Richard Cauldwell

Lynn and Mike reside on Lot #436, 19751 Pandora Circle. They are part-time residents from Michigan. They have five children and two grandchildren. Lynn is a retired occupational therapist who worked in a school system. Mike is a retired appliance repairman. In her spare time, Lynn enjoys chair and water volleyball and crafts. In his spare time, Mike enjoys pickleball, softball, water volleyball and racing boats in lakes.

Barb Stuttgen

Emergency Information .......and more.

Emergency Information .......and more.

Community information – when you want it!

Community information – when you want it!

COLUMNS STAFF

EDITOR: Linda Elliott 239-560-0768 (lindabluetw@gmail.com)

ASSISTANT: Linda Engel

PHOTOGRAPHY: Lou Dunning, Donna Erhardt

CALENDAR: Janet Daly and Sue Clark

CIRCULATION: Linda Janis and Donna Tribeck, Co-Managers

COMMUNITY DIRECTORY: Haywood Gandy, Manager

CLUBHOUSE SCHEDULER: Janet Daly

COORDINATORS: Agatha Breen, Carolyn Kelsey, Diane Nunn, Diane West, Ed Simko, Julie Wehrung, Maury Miller, Nancy Schoeppner, Pat Dunning, Shari Libby, Stu Berman, Sheila Harris, and Barb Simonson.

STUFFERS: Barb Simonson, Carol Schnepp, Carol West, Claire Schwinn, Diane West, Gene Dickie, Hilda Dienes, Lou Sapp, Maury Miller, Pam Harrington, Pat Dunning, Sharon Boehlke, and Bob Kuhns.

ALTERNATES: Barb Simonson, Carol Heidemous, Celia Blotkamp, Gerri Linder, and Linda Weibel.

REPORTERS: Reporters will be noted by their bylines at the end of each article.

Chris Olson, Tara Woods Homeowners Association Liaison

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Mary and Richard reside on Lot #227, 2617 Macon Circle. They are part-time residents from Massachusetts. Mary is a retired teacher from the town of Medfield. Richard is retired from the Boston Electric Company. In her spare time, Mary enjoys cards, Mah Jongg, tennis, walking, and the pool. In his spare time, Richard enjoys bike riding and playing billiards.

Sally and Arlin Florell

Sally and Arlin reside on Lot #505, 2829 Tara Lakes Circle. They are part-time residents from Nebraska. They have six children and seventeen grandchildren. Both Sally and Arlin are farmers who are still working. In her spare time, Sally enjoys the palm trees and is looking to discover the perfect swimming spot and tiki bar. In his spare time, Arlin enjoys golfing and traveling.

Randi Greene and Patrick Boviall

Randi and Patrick reside on Lot #142, 19724 Woodfield Circle. They are part-time residents from Illinois. They have three children and six grandchildren. Randi is a retired financial planner. Patrick is retired from the U.S. Postal Service in Oarbrooke. In her spare time, Randi enjoys playing cards and dancing. In his spare time, Patrick enjoys bocce, shuffleboard, and billiards.

Sue Long and Dan Ricci

Sue and Dan reside on Lot #459, 16674 Pandora Circle. They are part-time residents from Rhode Island and Missouri. They have three children and two grandchildren. Sue is retired from keeping medical records for the Plumbers and Pipefitter’s Local 562 Union. Dan is retired from the phone company. In her spare time, Sue enjoys playing cards and Bunco, and is a Cardinals baseball fan. In his spare time, Dan is looking forward to the many activities offered here at Tara Woods. Dan enjoys watching the Red Sox.

Barb resides on Lot #487, 19859 Kara Circle. She is a full-time resident from Wisconsin. Barb has five children, eleven grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. She is currently working with Medicare plans. In her spare time, Barb enjoys swimming, the hot tub, and chair volleyball.

Mary and Herb Weisenburger

Mary and Herb reside on Lot #105, 19615 Woodfield Circle. They are full-time residents from Indiana. They have four children, nine grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. Mary is a retired nurse. Herb is a retired car salesman. In her spare time, Mary enjoys Bingo, walking, and the sunshine. In his spare time, Herb enjoys swimming.

WELCOME TO TARA WOODS,

Barbara Krilivsky and Linda Kasdorf, co-chairs of the Welcome Committee

FROM THE BOARD ROOM by Lou

Your Tara Woods Homeowners Association continues to grow and add new members. If you are a relatively new member, Welcome and Thank You! If you have been a valued member for years, we thank you for your continued support and belief in the value of your Homeowners Association.

Your HOA Board of Directors is comprised of eight resident volunteers. The over 29 committees reporting to the Board represent over 150 individual volunteers who donate their time and talent to the betterment of our special Community.

Why belong to the Homeowners Association? Your membership shows your solidarity with your neighbors and support of our Community. The HOA is your official bridge to Hometown America, putting forward residents’ concerns and issues.

Members who register have full access to the TWHOA website www.twhoa.net, after registering. This full access includes all the minutes of the Board meetings, Association meetings, Community Improvement meetings, and much, much more. Also included with your membership is “Monday’s What’s Happening” email highlighting the week’s events and items for sale. The website includes periodic “Minute with the Manager” messages directly from the Community Manager to residents to keep all residents updated.

In the event of information that needs to be

disseminated quickly, members receive an “email blast”. The goal of YOUR HOA is to provide timely, accurate, and transparent information to the membership.

Going north for a while? No problem, stay in touch through the website. It is always available to you if you are a member and have registered on the website.

In addition, the Board is working together with our Activities Committee to provide members with either free or discounted tickets to selected events and/or trips. Stayed tuned.

We are all looking forward to a fun-filled, quiet (hurricane wise) summer!!

HEADS UP – coming soon – on Saturday, June 3rd, at the Clubhouse is our first shredding event – free to members of the HOA and only $5.00 for non-members. Check it out. (Or join the HOA now for only $15.00 per year.)

DID YOU KNOW THAT - On Spot Dermatology will be here in Tara Woods on Tuesday, June 6th, from 7:30 AM until 3:00 PM. Thank you to our Neighbors Helping Neighbors Committee.

Lou Dunning, President, 239-240-5847, loudunning2@gmail.com

ATTENTION VETERANS!!

Many of you are not aware of USAA Auto and Home Insurance specifically designed for veterans AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS: spouses, brothers, sisters, children, grandchildren etc. I can attest to the fact that the savings are substantial (for myself and my family) since becoming a member several years ago. You just need to call: 1-800-531-8722 to enroll.

YOU SERVED NOW YOU CAN SAVE! Sam Topping, U.S. Army

TARA WOODS LIBRARY

The Library in the Clubhouse will be open normal days and hours: Monday through Sunday 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

FMO NEWS

TARA WOODS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION NEWS

I would like to welcome Mike Renzulli to the FMO Team. Mike will be the Legislative Liaison between the FMO and Tara Woods. Thank you, Mike, for taking on this most important task.

By the time you read this, the 2023 Legislative Session will be over. One of the bills, in the current session, that has a direct impact on Tara Woods residents is a repeal of the sales tax when we sell our homes. While I don’t have the results, at this writing, YOUR FMO, along with our HOA, collected over 100 letters that were forwarded to our Representatives in Tallahassee asking them to support this bill. We will bring you an update in the next issue of The Columns.

If you are thinking about joining the FMO or are unsure of your membership status, please do not hesitate to contact me. We constantly hear this. There is strength in numbers and every vote

RED HAT LADIES

Come join us on Tuesday, June 6th, at 1:00 PM at the Southern Grill at the Shell Factory on North Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers. The sign-up sheet is on the board in the Clubhouse.

counts. Whether you are voting for a political candidate or lending your name to support or vote against a specific piece of legislation, your vote and voice is important.

Currently, dues are $25.00 per year or 3 years for $65.00. Effective August 14th, the Annual Membership dues will increase to $30.00, and the 3-year membership will increase to $75.00. If you are within 60 days of your renewal period, you may renew at the current rate. If you are unsure of your status, please contact Stuart Berman at 239-220-2369 or stuartberman34@yahoo.com. Membership applications can be found on the back bulletin board or online at FMO.org.

Thank you for your support of OUR FMO ORGANIZATION.

Stuart Berman

We have lunch, cocktails, fun and a social. Hope to see some new faces. Any questions, call Polly Brown at 239-246-2391 or Carol Shields at 239-731-0481.

We are back. Can’t wait. Really excited. Looking forward to seeing everyone and having fun.

Music will be distributed on Monday, September 25th, with the first rehearsal on Monday, October 2nd. All rehearsals are held on Monday from 12:30 to 2:30 PM. There is also a break about halfway through.

Whether you can sing or not, read music or not, THE NEW IMAGE CHORUS WANTS YOU.

What a wonderful way to exercise, have some fun and meet your neighbors. No tryouts. Just show up.

If you have questions about the chorus, please contact Stuart Berman, Polly Brown, Lou Cashin or Carol Shields. What a combination.

See you in September. Thank you, Stuart Berman

STOP SIGNS AND 20 MPH

What do stop signs and 20 miles per hour posted signs have in common? They are posted throughout Tara Woods for YOUR safety and the safety of your guests, friends, neighbors, and those making deliveries. Let us not forget our grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and all those who come to visit.

Why do we have these signs? The signs are posted around the community to protect you and those around you. It may be someone walking, a dog on a long leash, wildlife, or any number of birds that call Tara Woods home. You do not want to run into them.

The last thing you would want to do is strike someone or something. It does not take much to wave at someone in their yard or glance over to look at the fountains. Your cell phone may ring, or you get a text message. If you have young children in your vehicle, they can become a distraction.

Even at 20 miles per hour, your car can do significant damage to your vehicle, break something, hurt or maim someone, or any number of incidents that may occur by your

failure to maintain the 20 miles per hour speed limit and/or ignore the stop signs.

With more residents remaining in Tara Woods, the chances are greater that you or someone you know will either cause an accident or be in an accident.

We have walkers in the morning and in the evening. Unfortunately, sometimes they do not wear light clothing or carry a flashlight, making it difficult to see them. Going under the speed limit or coming to a COMPLETE stop could make the difference of possibility hitting someone or something.

When we build something, cook, or bake something, we follow the directions to ensure that whatever we are doing comes out the way we want it to. The same is true with stop signs and speed limit signs. Coming to a full stop and staying at or below the speed limit helps ensure that the result will be a safe trip.

Thank you.

Stuart Berman, Chairperson Neighborhood Watch

CHECK OUT YOUR CERAMICS ROOM

We are located in the building behind the tennis courts. There is a kiln on-site to fire your work. This hobby is perfect for everyone from beginners to experienced. Arrangements can be made for one-on-one instruction, plus there are plenty of people to help. Mondays around noon you can find quite a few of us there. Members get a key to come at their own pace and time.

To arrange a time to visit call Donna Tribeck at 239-357-3333. Hope to see you there.

WHERE HAS YOUR ISSUE OF THE COLUMNS BEEN?

Pictured are Debbie Doty and Rod Dolin with Rod’s grandson, Brandon Perras. We were in Dayton Beach Shores, Florida, celebrating Brandon’s graduation from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University on May 8th, 2023. He received his Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Science degree.

Show us where your issue of The Columns has traveled to! Email your photo to lindabluetw@gmail.com with the location and names of residents pictured, and your photo might be published in an upcoming issue. The Columns cover page must be visible for consideration. Photo submissions are published in the order

received. Due to limited space, it could be several issues before your photo appears. We ask for your patience.

TARA WOODS

MEN’S AND WOMEN’S COLLARED SHIRTS, HATS AND LANYARDS

On sale at the Clubhouse at Saturday Morning Coffee. Contact Lynn Lessmiller at 813-748-2005.

LOOK FOR IT!

Did you just toss the inserts with this month’s issue of The Columns into your recycle bin?

Go get them out right now! Please read the light blue information sheet about the Lee County Special Medical Needs Program and sign up online for yourself or your loved one, or talk to a neighbor who might need this FREE assistance. Now flip it over and save the handy Lee County Hurricane Evacuation Checklist on the flip side.

Help is available to complete the online application. Call your TW CERT and TWHOA representatives: Andrea Snyder at 239789-8384 or Barbara Werner-Lubich at 410-409-5874.

Be safe! Be prepared! Hurricane season is here!

CERT

CERT members train in fire extinguishing. Christie Kulwicki from NFMFD led the training, with videos and demonstrations of how to put out a fire. Pictured are Barbara Werner-Lubich, Bruce Lubich, Andrea Snyder, and Keever Shropshire.

ENTERTAINING NEWS

With Father’s Day coming up in June, I’d like to start off by wishing all the fathers, grandfathers and father figures a Happy Father’s Day for Sunday, June 18th. This is a day we celebrate our dads, granddads and those who represent a special place in our hearts as fatherlike figures. For The Entertainers, it also reminds us that we have a special play coming up called “Daddy’s Girl”. This play takes place in a diner owned by Benard, a widower, and takes us on a journey to find his long-lost daughter with the help of his deceased wife, an all-knowing angel, and a cast of many interesting, if not usual, characters! I can’t wait to share this play with our community and know you will enjoy the high jinks that ensue! For our actors, remember, rehearsals begin in early October and although it seems like a long way off, it’s never too soon to begin working on your lines and character development!

I hope you all have a great June and July in Tara Woods, Happy Father’s Day, Happy Canada Day, and Happy 4th

of July! Stay safe my friends!!

“All the best performers bring to their role something more, something different than what the author puts on paper. That’s what make theatre live. That’s why it persists.”

-Stephen Soundheim

Submitted by Lesley Krauss – pklesley@icloud.com

I CAN RENT YOUR HOME

I have more renters than homes for the 2021 SEASON

I handle the background check, lease, questions, maintenance problems. YOU

Need Help From The Kids?

We can help!

Call to see how we can cure the drudgery of housework, grocery shopping, driving to and from appointments and much, much more including hourly care giving in your home by a competent, background checked individual. 239-770-7711

MID-ATLANTIC SOCIAL CLUB

We welcome Tara Woods residents from Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, and friends from all over the country. Check out our postings on the bulletin board in the Clubhouse for contact information and upcoming events. If you have any questions about our Club, please contact one of the officers (names posted on each newsletter).

In May we experienced “A Taste of Philly” thanks to Dick Resh and his crew of helpers (Jean Resh, Celia Blotkamp, Hank and Sandy Kaczmarczyk). We enjoyed Philly cheese steak and chicken sandwiches with chips, a Tastykake, and our favorite beverages.

In June we will be treated to ice cream sundaes with Barbara Werner-Lubich and Nancy Schoeppner as our hostesses. In July the Club will participate in the 4th of July Golf Cart Parade with no regular meeting scheduled. We will meet on the third Sunday in August at 4:00 PM for appetizers on the Veranda.

Our Club loves good food and we generally have more than we can consume at our meetings. Barbara Simonson is chairing the Club’s effort to take our extra food to needy members of our community. Club members are asked to save containers for this purpose and bring them to meetings. ~ Sue Clark - Secretary

LADIES HAPPY HOUR

Our first Tara Woods Ladies Happy Hour happened on the Clubhouse Veranda under a partly cloudy sky of blue, with a soft breeze. Thirty-six Tara Woods ladies socialized while enjoying a variety of shared appetizers and their beverage of choice. Hosts Barbara Werner-Lubich and Alice Loveday led the group in a spirited game of Tara

Woods Trivia. Sue Clark and Deb Nespolo tied with 12 out of 20 correct answers. Sue won the tie breaker and went home with a beautiful orchid plant. The early evening event ended with calls for another Ladies Happy Hour. Stay tuned for more fun times on the Veranda with the Ladies of Tara Woods.

END OF SEASON PARTY

Photos from the End of Season Party for those headed North. Sponsored by Bill Black & Sue Cook on April 29th:

SUNSHINE

AND

SYMPATHY

RESIDENT DEATHS

Former resident Miriam Norris

Please remember the family and friends of Miriam in your thoughts and prayers and please let me know of any medical news in your neighborhood.

Debbie Doty 937-248-8125 debbiepickleball@gmail.com

Lot #664

239-542-9511

239-851-0982

Clifford Law Firm, LLC

Trusts, Estates, Probate, Divorce Cape Coral, FL

Ellen W. Clifford

Attorney-At-Law ellenwclifford@gmail.com

TARA WOODS WEIGHS IN

Resident Ron Proulx is preparing to deliver over 42 pounds of aluminum can tabs to the Shriners Hospital to help provide transportation for the children.

Thank you to Ron and Sue and ALL the residents who helped. Tabs can be deposited in the Library in the bright yellow box.

BREAKING NEWS - CANS TO THE CURB

Put your aluminum cans out to the curb on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month by 9:00 am. Our dedicated volunteers will pick them up. Why? – Revenue from the cans help fund your homeowners association. Recycling by “cans to the curb” it is good for us and our environment. Cans to the curb!!!

SPORTS, EXERCISE, and ACTIVITIES

ACTIVITIES, ACTIVITIES

I want to thank the Tara Woods HOA Board for allocating funds for the Activities Committee. I have created a budget for those funds, and the Tara Woods Community continues to give me suggestions as to how to spend that money. We are planning several off-ground tours and events for the fall. Also, we plan to offer HOA membership discounts for those tours and events.

As always, I am thankful that our clubs and groups continue to meet during the summer: water volleyball, card games, and weekly cornhole toss, just to name a few.

Although our activities committee is on hiatus until September, we continue to communicate ideas, make phone calls to tour and entertainment companies, and make a list of your ideas for fun, to keep alive the Magic of Tara Woods.

Celia Blotkamp, Activities Coordinator, Baileynme99@gmail.com, 703-863-2973

To stay informed of events in Tara Woods:

- Read the posters on the bulletin board in the Clubhouse.

- Check the Clubhouse bulletin boards for meeting and event information and sign-up sheets.

- Come to Saturday Morning Coffee!

- Read The Columns and check the Calendar.

- Sign on to the Tara Woods website, www.twhoa.net, to be kept informed of all current events and more!

- Check out page 5 of the Tara Woods Community Resident Directory to see all the opportunities to keep you busy in Tara Woods, with the contact people for each one listed if you have questions.

- Page 4 of the Directory lists the contact people for specific responsibilities under the Board of Directors that you can contact with any questions.

EXERCISE FOR SENIORS

PICKLEBALL

The fastest growing sport in North America. And, on Saturday, March 4th, the pickleball universe held its breath waiting for the outcome of the First Annual Tara Woods Pickleball Tournament!

A full complement of 32 competitors played gallantly throughout the day, with fun being the overriding goal of the day. The winning duo was Mike Reszewski and Tony Pinelli, with Mark Hoffman and Barbara WernerLubich taking second place. And the pickleball universe exhaled. Thanks to Jennifer Widener and Danielle Carnes for planning the tournament and making it happen, with a delicious lunch planned by Alice Loveday.

It has been confirmed! Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the USA!! Come join the fun every morning. Don’t know how to play? No problem. Just call Bruce Lubich (410-409-5873) to find out when the next beginner’s class will take place. Who knows? Maybe you’ll win the Second Annual Tara Woods Pickleball Tournament!

The Pickleball Group will sponsor an Ice Cream Social on Thursday, July 13th, at 5:00 PM in the Clubhouse. The cost will be $2.00 per person for members of the Pickleball Group and $3.00 per person for nonmembers. Sign-up sheets are in the Clubhouse. Membership is only $5.00 per person for the year.

If you want to learn more, please call any of the Pickleball Group coordinators.

Alice Loveday (313-220-0622)

Bruce Lubich (410-409-5873)

Louise Patterson (508-672-2141)

Jennifer Widener (239-823-0146)

WATER VOLLEYBALL!

Thursdays & Sundays 1:00 – 3:00 PM

Come join us in this fun, non-competitive sport. Meet new/old friends, get a few laughs while exercising. No experience necessary.

Hope to see you there. If questions, contact Barb Simonson at 541-840-4430.

CURTIS IS HERE & HE IS LOOKING FOR YOU!!

Now is the time to get up and get going again. This is a total body workout that can be done standing or sitting down. It includes stretching, balance, cardio and light weights. Give it a try - nothing to lose and may even gain some muscle.

Classes are held Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Clubhouse at 8:00 AM.

NOTE: THERE WILL BE NO 8:00 AM CLASSES IN MAY, JUNE, JULY AND AUGUST. HAVE A SAFE SUMMER!

Any questions, please contact Barb Simonson at 541-840-4430.

NOTE: THERE WILL BE NO WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY 10:00 AM CLASSES IN JUNE AND JULY.

Any questions, please contact Celia Blotkamp at 703-863-2973.

MOVIE NITE

By Lloyd & Carolyn Kelsey

Saturday, June 24th at 7:00 P:M

Featuring: Elsa & Fred

Starring: Shirley MacLaine, Christopher Plummer

Rated: PG-13, Romantic Comedy for all ages!

Free Popcorn – BYOB

Lloyd & Carolyn Kelsey

Saturday, July 29th at 7:00 P:M

Featuring: Jungle Cruise

Starring: Dwayne Johnson & Emily Blunt

Rated: PG-13, Comedy

Free Popcorn – BYOB

WATER AEROBICS

8:00 AM Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays.

Air temperature must be 62 degrees by 8:00 AM. Use ABC News to check the temperature. If questions for the 8:00 AM class, contact Judy Brda at 239-731-1797. This is a great exercise for men and women with less stress on your joints and muscles. The class consists of stretching, cardio and water weights. If you have them, bring noodles, stretch bands, and water weights. If questions, contact Judy Brda at 239-731-1797.

DO YOU KNOW WHERE THE AED’S ARE?

If you’re wondering what an AED is – and why they seem to be located in most offices and public buildings, you’re not alone. In fact, because these devices are now commonly available, more people than ever before are curious about them. So – just what is an AED?

An AED, or automated external defibrillator,

is used to help those experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. It’s a sophisticated, yet easy-touse, medical device that can analyze the heart’s rhythm and, if necessary, deliver an electrical shock, or defibrillation, to help the heart re-establish an effective rhythm.

This one is located at the north entrance of the Clubhouse.

This is in the entry area of the Craft Room near the tennis courts.

WHEN TO USE AN AED (DEFIBRILLATOR)

If you’ve ever watched a TV medical drama, chances are you’ve seen someone shocked back to life by a health care provider who yells, “Clear” before delivering a jolt of electricity to the person’s chest to get the heart beating again.

The machine being used is called a defibrillator, and its use isn’t limited to a hospital setting. Devices called automated external defibrillators (AEDs) can be used at home and in school, are also found in a number of public places. These lightweight, portable devices are available without a prescription.

People with severe heart disease who are at risk of sudden cardiac arrest might consider having an AED. But AEDs can resuscitate people only with a specific type of irregular heart rhythm. Talk to a health care provider about whether owning an AED could help save your life.

When is an AED needed?

AEDs are used to revive someone from sudden cardiac arrest. This usually occurs when a disruption in the heart’s electrical activity causes a dangerously fast heartbeat (ventricular tachycardia) or a fast and irregular heartbeat (ventricular fibrillation). Either of these irregular heart rhythms keeps the heart from pumping effectively and can cause it to stop.

When this happens, the brain and other vital organs don’t get the blood and oxygen they need. This requires treatment within minutes to prevent death. The sooner the heart’s rhythm is restored, the greater the chance there won’t be permanent damage to the brain and other organs.

If an AED is near someone having ventricular fibrillation or ventricular tachycardia, a bystander in a public place or a family member can use it to jolt the heart back to a regular rhythm. Using the AED could possibly save a life.

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) after cardiac arrest can keep blood flowing to the heart and brain for a time. But often only defibrillation can restore the heart’s rhythm. Together these treatments can improve the chances of survival.

How to use an AED

Open pop-up dialog box

Home automated external defibrillator (AED)

If someone has fainted and might need an AED:

• Check to see if the person is breathing and has a pulse.

• If you cannot feel a pulse and the person is not breathing, call for emergency help. If there are other people present, one person can call 911 while the other prepares the AED. If you’re alone, call 911 or emergency services first to make sure help is on the way.

• Turn on the AED. The automated external defibrillator gives you step-by-step voice instructions. It will tell you how to check for breathing and a pulse and how to position electrode pads on the person’s bare chest.

• Deliver the shock. When the pads are in place, the AED automatically measures the person’s heart rhythm and determines if a shock is needed. If it is, the machine tells the user to stand back and push a button to deliver the shock. The AED is programmed not to deliver a shock if a shock isn’t needed.

• Start CPR. Begin CPR after the shock is delivered if CPR is still needed. The AED will also guide users through CPR. The process can be repeated as needed until emergency crews take over.

CLUBHOUSE MINISTRIES

For new residents of Tara Woods and existing residents too, the Clubhouse Ministries invite you to join one of their Bible study classes, which are held in the Clubhouse Meeting Room every Tuesday morning at 10:00 AM. These meetings give you an opportunity to make new friends as you study the Scriptures in relaxed and enjoyable surroundings. We are a non-denominational group. No need to make reservations, folks! Just stop by any Tuesday morning at 10:00 AM. Come join us! ~ Ann Scott

This is Old Glory. Is yours faded and torn? Retire her to a proper disposal. Drop her off at 19553 Charleston Circle (Lot #12) or the Guard House. Replacements are available from Bob Glandorf.

$8.00 Bob Glandorf

DID YOU KNOW???

A NEW MONTHLY ARTICLE FROM YOUR NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS COMMITTEE

a TWHOA Board-affiliated group

Neighbors Helping Neighbors’ mission is to be an INFORMATIONAL RESOURCE for services that are available in Lee County that would meet the needs of Tara Woods residents.

Sign Up For Women’s SWIFT Tennis 2023-24 Season

Would you like to play league tennis?

Are you a resident of Tara Woods, or do you rent here for at least two months?

Are you 55 years of age or older?

Do you love to play the game?

Come join the fun with fellow tennis players.

Sign up by Saturday, September 30th, on the Tennis Bulletin Board or call Linda Engel at 920-428-5800.

ENTERTAINMENT AROUND TARA WOODS

BINGO AT TARA WOODS

Be one of the winners at our Tuesday night BINGO. And you can win more than once during the night!

I f your eyesight isn’t as good as it once was, now you can play too. We have really BIG game packs and “Specials” that are 8 ½” x 11” with 2” numbers.

No additional charge for the ticket that can make you the “King” or the “Queen” for the night and earn you even more money on all game sheets.

Game packets are sold with either 6 game squares per sheet or 9 game squares. The “Special” game papers have 3 game squares. Buy as many as you’d like!

Our Tuesday night BINGO session consists of 14 regular games and 6 “Special” games

We also have “Hot Ball” prizes of $50.00 or more and a “Social” raffle. Sales STOP at 6:45 PM. Come join the fun.

PICKLEBALL

To all new and existing residents. Looking to get some exercise and have some fun at the same time? Come join us for Pickleball! It’s one of the fastest growing sports in the U.S. Current open play times are at 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM every day. Come down to the courts and say hello. We would be happy to teach you how to play the game. There are paddles available in the storage container in front of the courts and the balls are located on the door of each court. Proper footwear is required. Join in on the fun!

For further information contact

Jennifer Widener 239-823-0146 / Jenkederb@yahoo.com

Bruce (410) 409-5873 / bruce@brucelubichcpa.com

Alice (313) 220-0622 / gowings2429@sbcglobal.net

Louise (508) 672-2141 / lcpatter46@gmail.com

EUCHRE

Wednesday 7:00 PM. Come and enjoy a fun evening of euchre in the Card Room. The sign-up sheet is posted on the bulletin board in the Clubhouse each week. For information or if you want to learn to play, call Vera Day 941-223-3859.

BOCCE

Mondays at 3:00 PM & Tuesdays at 9:00 AM

No need to sign up. Don’t need a partner. New teams chosen every week ~ Easy to learn. Questions: call Rudy Diaz 239-347-7934. Additional time: Tuesdays at 3:30.

CHAIR VOLLEYBALL

Score points for your team sitting in a chair and volleying with a beach ball! Wednesdays at 7:00 PM in the Clubhouse. Sally Morini and Dick Resh

TENNIS ANYONE?

Join other tennis players every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday from 9:00-10:30 AM for friendly Tennis.

BUNCO

Ladies and Gentlemen, come join us every Sunday at 7:00 PM in the Card Room. Cost is $3.00.

Will you have the first Bunco or the last, or the most? Will you have the most wins, or the most losses? If you do, the prize money will be yours! Come join the fun. Questions: call Polly Brown 239-246-2391.

Looking for Players! PING PONG

MEN’S POKER

Wednesday in Meeting Room at Clubhouse. 1:00 - 5:00 PM. Contact George D’Alessandro , 239-543-8492.

BRIDGE

The Bridge group is looking for bridge players. We meet on Tuesdays at 12:30 PM in the Card Room.

Call Beth Ferris at 239-543-6295, Mary Green at 239-800-3837, or Pauline Young at 239-997-5984 first if you are interested in playing with this friendly group. We’d like to have you join us. Beth Ferris

HAND AND FOOT CARD CLUB

AGGRAVATION

Meets in the Clubhouse Card Room at 6:30 PM on Monday and Thursday nights. The game consists of 11 hands and is easy to learn. Eight quarters gets you in. Come join the fun and play a great card game.

MAH JONGG

Come join the Mah Jongg group. Do not know how to play? We teach the first three Mondays of the month. We have a great time. Come & join us on Mondays 12:30-3:00 PM.

The Happy Ladies of Mah Jongg.

CRIBBAGE

There’s a “new” game at Tara Woods. If you hear someone say, “fifteen two fifteen four” and you don’t think they’ve lost a screw or two, come and join us in the Card Room every Wednesday at 2:00 PM for a few games of Cribbage. The arrangement is fairly flexible since Cribbage can be played by 2 or 3 or 4 players. Just be there by 2 PM. Cards, cribbage boards and fun will be provided. Contact Barb Simonson 541-840-4430

POKER, ANYONE?

LADIES! DO YOU PLAY POKER? How long has it been since you’ve played with friends? Did you know there’s a game every Monday night at the Clubhouse just for the ladies? Well, we really don’t have a “No Boys Allowed!!!” Rule, but men usually don’t like to play with wild cards and we do. But they’re welcome to play as long as they are willing to “play like girls”. It is most likely the least stressful and least expensive poker you can play around here! It’s a good night to socialize with the ladies and make new friends with the girls who like to play poker. The stakes are very low. Call Polly Brown, 239-246-2391, if you’d like to join us – she’ll fill you in on the details or answer any questions you may have.

Come join the group for a fun-filled afternoon of cards! We meet on Fridays at 1:30 PM in the Card Room. Don’t know how to play the game? EASY! We will teach you! It is easy to learn.

Questions: contact Polly Brown at 239-246-2391

GAME NIGHT

Every Friday night at 7:00 p.m.

Different games can be played (All are easy to learn)

LEFT – CENTER – RIGHT (dice- 3-coin buy-in) (winner-take-all each game)

CONTRACT RUMMY (similar to Aggravation) (6 quarter buy-in)

31 (card game) (3 dime buy-in each game) (winner-take-all each game)

For more information call Polly Brown at 239-246-2391.

CERAMICS

Mondays – 12:00 Noon

Ceramics is held in the Ceramics Room by the Tennis Courts.

We are there every Monday at 12:00 Noon.

Remember those days playing ping pong as a kid? You can still play today! Please join us on Thursdays from 1:00 to 3:00 PM in the Clubhouse. For further information contact Norm Libby at 239-246-3510. • Insulated Energy Star Rated Roof •

For more information and for firing of the kiln please contact Maury Miller, 239-365-9859.

We hope you will come and participate in making ceramics with us. Come join the fun.

SHUFFLEBOARD BOWLING PIN

Games will be played on Thursday mornings at 10:00 AM. All are welcome to play. Instructions will be provided. We will play three games with a different partner each game. ~ Carol Clark

SHUFFLEBOARD HORSE COLLAR

Games will be played on Monday mornings at 10:00 AM. We will play three games. Cost is $1.00. All money collected will be paid out to winners.

HORSESHOES

Every Friday at 1:00 PM At the Horseshoe Pits. Come join us for fun and laughs.

BIRTHDAYS IN JUNE

1 Haywood Gandy, Jon Gold, Bob Jenkins, Andy Stroehlein

2 Andy McLean

3 Richard Stonhill

4 Charlene Bucceri, Mark DiRienzo, Lorraine Milligan, Nae Thomson

5 Marge Hosek, Jack Maslar, Mark Sluga, George Waldron

6 Dawn Benjamin, Dottie Cox, JC Crimmins, Richard Jones, Shelly Lubich, Mike Renzulli

7 Louise Frederick

8 Jim Brockhagen, Christine LaScalzo, Judi Long

9 Beverly Anderson, Jean Moriarty, Gaye Noffsinger, Mike Parker, Sandra Wasie

10 Janet Kossen, Bea Sponseller, Rusty Thompson, Jennifer Widener

11 Marge Lang

12 Ken Hoopman, Ron McLaughlin, Larry Trotter

13 Rich Dykstra, John Maher, 92 Yrs.

14 Donna Erhardt, Sharon McCutcheon

15 Cheryl Linn, Linda Parise, Marie Selvato, Pat Wade

16 Craig Carr, Bob Clark, Addy Fratantuono, 94 Yrs., Barbara Gilfillan, Scott Spalin

17 Amos Green, Nancy Morley

19 Jane Maher, 92 Yrs., JoAnn Mauricio, Holly Stahle

20 Jerry Coon, Rich Kivel, Cherie Mauricio, Herb Weisenburger

21 Diane Gibson, Chris Kaelin

22 Nancy Jensen, David Lindon, Don Vannatta

23 Bonnie Schenkel

24 Bob Bozick, Connie Duncklee, JoAnne Glandorf, Hank Kaczmarczyk, Sandy Thompson

25 Chrissy Darpino

26 Tom Sharps

27 Lloyd Kelsey, Bill Lyford, Mike Reszewski, Mary Sandre

28 Marge Datz, Sharon Gritzmacher, Carol Heidmous, Randy Murschell, Janet Spaulding

29 Susan Bonavita, Dona Fox, 91 Yrs., Linda Janis, June Morreale, Sue Proulx

30 Andy Hardy, Ray LeClair, Pat Sparany, Diane Laviada

BIRTHDAYS IN JULY

1 Grace Formale, 91 Yrs., Paul Montelaro, Nicole Racine

2 John Darpino, Frank Geltner, Paula Storer, Tracy Wood

3 John Dixon

4 Paul Adams, Bob Evans, Karen Nelson, Elaine Wood

5 Barbara Cerni, Anne Jeffcott, Beverly Swanson

6 Kathy Bell, Dennis Harper, Jan Risbara, Debby Starkey

7 Teresa Williams

8 Jan Puhlfuerst, Greg Rapp, Shelley Renaud

9 Joan Henrick, Terry Long, JoAnn Stovall

10 Kim Buletta, Beth Ferris, Marie Kenney, Lya Zinn

11 Bonnie Anderson, Shirl Chouinard

12 Gail Arnold, Elaine Mansell, Brenda Redgers

13 Elaine Lavoie, Marsha Morgan, Joe Van Sickle

14 Lynn Cunningham, Ann Millette, Arthur Saucier, Evonne or Jackquie? “Cherry” Young

15 Jo Bonner, 93 Yrs., Daniel Malikowski, Carmen Vecchio

16 Doug Lewis, Celeste Perre, Craig Skipper, Karla Zingre

17 Audrey Maberry

18 Bob Glandorf

19 Claudette Burke, Bonnie DiGrazia, Jean Lanoie, Claire Schwinn, Rick Thomas

20 Judy Brda

22 Billy Brandt, Judy Girty, Hal Gritzmacher, Robert Koss, Ed Malatesta, Chuck Poveromo, Priscilla Taylor

23 Mike Brimsek, Steve Hill, Gwen Windancer

24 Vic Achtelik, Denise Franzel, Ed Pollitt, Sue Riedel, Sam Topping

25 Stu Berman, Becky Burza, Barry Chadwell, Linda Hetzer

26 Frank Cherry, Sharon LaPointe, Raymond Morgan,Barry Sanford, Ana Valdes

27 Jann Anderson, Paula Beal, Linda Engel, Stone Ferris, Sharron Gagnier, Joann Tirollo, Carla Walther

28 Vicky Carnevale, Jack LaSelva, Mary Macelveen, Jo Ann Van Sleet

29 June Neavling, Ann Rouette, Leslie Sanford, Pattie Wise

31 Judy Diliberto, Irene Dorr, 92 Yrs., Dale Holat, Susan Wood

ANNIVERSARIES IN JUNE ANNIVERSARIES IN JULY

1 Audrey & Barry Maberry

3 Mary Ellen & Jon

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& Ken Clark, Loretta & George Slochowsky

4 Nancy & Mike Parker, Joni & Steve Pushee, Linda & George Termini

5 Tammy & Ray Sheneman

6 Nancy & Dave Jensen

7 Pat & Lou Dunning, Kate Nagle-Roides & Rick Roides

9 Jan & Fred Puhlfuerst

11 Mar & Wayne Shriver

12 Wanda & Don Adams

14 Sharon & Lloyd Maggert

15 Linda & Clayton Cooledge, Gail & George Korince, 55 Yrs.

21 Suzanne & Clint Boyer

22 Connie & Gary Duncklee, Barb & Randy Simonson

23 Carol & Frank Cherry, Judy & Rich Girty

25 Ana Valdes & Armando Perez

26 Bonnie & Mike Schenkel

27 Lynn & Don Taylor, 50 Yrs.

28 Becky & Bob Nadeau, Liz Wilson & Jim Sorenson

31 Sherry & Mike Rice

Contact Sue Clark 412-780-3584 or randsclark@verizon.net before July 10th for Special Recognition of Birthdays 90+ and Anniversaries 50, 55, or 60+ in August and September