Del Tura - October 2018

THE TOWER Volume 34 | NO 10 | OCTOBER 2018

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INSIDE

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President’s Message “Movember” Arrives

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HEE

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International Food Event

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Halloween Is Coming

Dear Fritzie

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Sports

Contest & Winners

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Calendar & Save The Date

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CONTEST & WINNERS

to as difficult as a working computer. Let the kid out within you and be creative!

Its fall and our friends from all over the country come join us here in paradise for the season of Giving Thanks.

HEE

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It’s time once again that we need to start planning our costumes for the Del Tura Halloween Dance and Costume Ball. Every year the competition is so great! Put on your thinking cap, maybe something as easy as a doctor

Thursday Night Bingo

By Jack Blevons Hope you all are ready for our regular Thursday Night Bingo.

Janet & I will be back in DelTura in October & anxious to run Thursday Night Bingo for all of you again. We heard that there

has been bingo being played on Thursday nights over the summer months which is good but just want you all to know that we will be back running HOA sponsored Bingo starting October 18th, at 7:00 like always. We are hoping to have all of our regular crew back again, to help us run it for the enjoyment of all our DelTura residents. Like last year, we will be keeping the games simple so that its fun playing so that we get bigger crowds playing which will naturally make the pots bigger & we all know that makes it a lot more fun playing. If we can get more people coming to play we can add more games & also raise

the pay-outs on the games. So, mark your calendars with Bingo on your Thursday nights. Janet & I look forward to seeing you all there again & Janet & I will make your Thursday Night Bingo a fun night again like we did last season.

HEE

WINNER CONTEST #2 CONGRATULATIONS! THE WINNER IS TIM KRENTZ

Tim entered correct puzzle answers for the Tower’s second puzzle contest and won a $50 restaurant gift card. Enjoy your Dinner!

Will you be the next winner? Start completing the puzzles for contest #3 this month.

WILL YOU BE THE NEXT WINNER

WIN A $50 RESTAURANT GIFT CARD NEW CONTEST TOWER DEADLINE: The 9th of the month, for the following month’s issue.

GOOD All articles and flyers must be submitted in a Microsoft Word document format, or you may drop LUCK!!! off at the HOA office in a TYPED or HAND PRINTED format only.

Questions - please contact Kathy Aira 908-507-4335, E-mail: Toweredit@yahoo.com Thank You

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Greetings one and all……

Let me start by saying I hope you all had a wonderful summer with lots of family time, traveling, and fun in the sun.

Although you are reading the October issue, I’m actually putting this column together in early September. As I looked through the calendar, it seems hard to believe that exactly one year ago, many of us were saying goodbye to each other and wondering whether we would ever see our homes again, as Hurricane Irma bore down on us. Miraculously, Irma decided to jog a bit to the right and we were all spared, and we came home to lots of hugs and a considerable amount of clean up. It’s now a year later and the work done by our Hometown crew has our development looking great again.

More than thirteen hundred trees were lost and the process of taking cutting them up and grinding the stumps is more time demanding than most of us realize. And of course, while that was happening, the day to day maintenance of Del

Tura was a continuing priority. My thanks to Fred Taylor and his folks for helping us continue to move forward with new projects as well as the usual routine maintenance.

Along those same lines, I hope we all remember that maintenance is a two way street. Care of our property goes a long way toward keeping our development looking beautiful for us and our visitors.

Please remember to hold off on putting vegetation, construction and bulk items out at the curb until the night before pick up. It gets rather unsightly when we allow our trash to gather at our curbs a week ahead of time. And remember that during the rainy season, everything grows much faster, so it’s always a good idea to keep up with the weeding of gardens so they don’t get out of control.

If you’re away on an extended trip, it’s always best to find someone who can take care of those types of things in your absence.

If you have a concern about an item or issue, don’t forget our

Suggestion Boxes. We have one in the back of the Starlight Ballroom and one in the HOA office.

We check them regularly and try to handle each item in a timely fashion.

Finally, the work of our HOA gets done by many people. We are always looking for volunteers in such areas as the kitchen, sound and lighting, entertainment, etc.

If you are interested, please contact any member of the Board of Directors listed in the back of this issue, and they will gladly point you in the right direction. And of course, if you’d like to run for election to the Board of Directors, please see Bart De Graaf and fill out an application. There are three spots to be filled at our annual meeting this February.

Life is good! We are getting ready to welcome back our seasonal residents in the coming months and we will all start getting really busy again.

From where I sit as always…… it’s just another day in paradise!

Dave Adams HOA President

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Can You Count on a Bountiful Investment “Harvest”?

We’re officially in autumn – the season when we bring in what we planted in the spring. But the concept of planting and gathering isn’t confined to agriculture. In fact, it can be used in many walks of life, including investing. So what can you do to help work toward a successful investment “harvest”?

Here is (not quite) a bushel of ideas:

Plant the right “seeds.” When farmers plant specific crops, they know about what to expect – how long it will take for them to grow, how much yield

they’ll produce, and so on. When you invest, you too need to plant “seeds” by choosing investments that are designed to help meet your goals. For example, to accumulate enough money for a comfortable retirement, you will probably need to own a reasonable percentage of growth-oriented vehicles, such as stocks – you generally can’t expect the type of growth you need by investing solely in fixed-income investments, such as bonds and certificates of deposit.

Nurture your “crops.” Agricultural workers are diligent about cultivating their crops through proper irrigation, fertilization and weed control. And if you want to keep your investment portfolio healthy, you also must find ways to nurture it. First of all, you will need to keep adding new dollars regularly, because the larger your overall investment base, the more you can expand its growth potential. But you might also need to do some “weeding” of your own, because over the years, you may have purchased some investments that, for one reason or another, are now no longer suitable for your needs. If that’s the case, you might be better off by selling these investments and using the proceeds for new ones that could fill gaps in your portfolio.

Diversify. Farmers may plant a mix of crops: corn, soybeans, flax, legumes, fruits, and so on. Consequently, if one crop fails, it won’t sink the farmer’s

entire business. As an investor, you, too, need to diversify, because if you only own one type of asset class, and a financial downturn hits that asset, your portfolio can take a big hit. But spreading your dollars among stocks, bonds, cash and other investments can help reduce the impact of market volatility on your holdings. (However, diversification can’t guarantee profits or protect against all losses.)

Thus far, we’ve looked at ideas on how you can create a healthy investment crop. But once it’s time to actually start harvesting your portfolio – that is, once you begin liquidating parts of it to support yourself during your retirement years – you also need to act carefully. Specifically, you need to establish a withdrawal rate that’s appropriate for your situation, based on your age, lifestyle, income sources and other factors. You could be retired for two or three decades, so it’s essential you don’t withdraw so much during your early years of retirement that you risk outliving your money. A financial professional can help you determine the rate that’s right for you.

The agricultural harvest season only lasts a few weeks. But doing a good job of growing and managing your investment crop can help you reap the rewards far into the future.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

Edward Jones, its employees and investment representatives do not offer estate-planning, tax or legal advice.

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September, October, MOVEMBER! Cooler days, refreshing evenings and a spotlight shining bright on Men’s Health Awareness Month. We celebrate and symbolize the month by growing ( or wearing ) a MOUSTACHE ( the MO in MOVEMBER ). It is a time for raising funds to support the efforts for prevention and the cure of PROSTATE CANCER, TESTICULAR CANCER and MEN’S MENTAL HEALTH CONCERNS. “MOVEMBER” is the international organization that raised more than $70 MILLION in the U.S.A with 84% going directly to the scientific and clinical minds that collaboratively tackle and solve critical men’s health challenges.

We ask for your help and here’s how you may contribute: Each Tuesday morning we will have a donation table in the hallway outside of the regular Weekly Coffee Social. Moustaches will be

available to those unable or unwilling to grow a MO for a donation.

Grow a MO and have sponsors commit to your growing your MO. Donors sheets are available.

One of our sponsors has committed to $100 for ONE MO!.

THE FOURTH ANNUAL MOUSTACHE BALL featuring our favorite DOO-WOP and Classic Rock group “BRYLCREAM”.

On November 24th, from 7 p.m. until 10 p.m. in the Starlight Ballroom, we will host the “A NIGHT TO MOVEMBER”. The theme will be 50’s and 60’s. So break out your Poodle Skirts, Levis, tee shirts, beehive hairdos and Brylcreem. Tickets are $12.00 pp and will be available at the Tuesday coffees beginning on October 30 (first week HOA members only)

and Thursday evenings beginning November 1 at the HOA office.

Tickets also at door, if available. All profits to the Charity.

On Saturday morning November 10th, from 8 a.m. until 11 am sell your gently used “junk” (or buy your neighbors junk) at our “JUNK IN THE TRUNK” sale in the Clubhouse parking lot. Bring your junk in the trunk of your car, SUV, golf cart or even (bi)cycle priced to sell quickly, a couple of lawn chairs, a thermos of coffee.. Rent a parking space for $10 (tax deductible), keep all you collect! Enjoy a morning with your neighbors.

Thank you! Last year you all raised $6,000. That is “a hill to climb” but with your support “no hill for climbers”!

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Peggy Johnstone, upset by the impending mandate, contacted fellow mobile home owners and, on March 26th, 77 communities came together to defeat the ordinance.

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FISH News

We l c o m e back to our seasonal residents!

If you see fruit that needs to be picked call Sherry @ 567-0538 or Rick @ 543-3662 and leave a message - Please do not call the FISH number.

Thank you and enjoy life!

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their fruit. They were Sandy Mulvaney, Frank Spinale, Rita and Bill Immoor, Gary and Barbara Baskerville, Milton and Loretta Chamblin, Bob Kapus, Lucy and Paul Schaefer, Joe and Diane Bevilagua, Hank and Margareet Zanger, Grant and Annette Karpe, Suzy and Richard Roiger, Audrey Hopcia, Dawn and Darren Kilgore, Woody and Dorothy Cook.

We would also like to thank the volunteers who have donated their time and energy - David Lane, Betty Scheetz, Lois McDonald, Gail and Larry Hodge, Joe Pollock, Barry and Sherry Plisch and Rick Rudzik. All real troopers!

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FISH FRUIT TREE PICKING PROJECT The committee would like to update our residents on the status of this project.

As of 7.31.18, the fruit pickers have picked, accumulated and distributed 3,317 pounds of fruits. The CCMI Cafe/Soup Kitchen was most appreciative of our donations. This year, especially, they are in dire need of all food donations. The fruit we were able to pick, in spite of hurricane Irma, Citrus Greening and the heat, were Lemons, Star fruit, some Oranges Tangerines and a large amount of Mangoes.

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The Fifth Annual Moustache Ball

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DEL TURA’S DOG OF THE MONTH - RICO I was born on May 25, 2015.

I first got adopted by a lady who really didn’t have time for meso I spent a lot of time alone- in a laundry room. I didn’t really learn how to socialize - play -go out for long walks and learn to do my “business” outside. After two years my lady owner realized she had to find a home for me - so with the help of a groomer they found a foster home for me.

My foster home was very nice. There was a lot of love and attention given. My foster mom had two other dogs. I wasn’t crazy about sharing the love - or toys. My little brother and I had quite a few tussles. After awhile it became clear that I might be best off as an “only child”.

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they came over I tried to convince them that I should go home with them. Well after awhile they got the hint. So back in November of 2017 we became official - I was Rico Bracher!

Being on “only” was heaven.

But Mom was not having that.

She was bound and determined to make me a fully rounded- get along with others-go for a walk DOG! I was stunned at first and not pleased. All her friends’ dogs were doing it so I had to!

She introduced me to Marcy and Buddy and Jeanne and Nikki.

They helped me learn - the leach - here is the harness - lets walk.

I actually have fun on my walks.

I like to watch Buddy go crazy when he sees a golf cart and when the squirrels run by us - we chase them. Buddy is an expert.

Next came the DOG PARK! Wow that’s fun. I learned to run with other dogs - play with the balls - and meet lot of other dogs. Sometimes I don’t behave well at the park but we keep going back. Mom has faith in me!

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Choralaires Rehearsals Are In Full Swing!

Our Annual Holiday Concert this year is scheduled for Saturday December 1st. Performances will take place at 2pm and 7pm.

Come join us! We have your spot waiting for you!!

Participation in the Choralaires is open to anyone who enjoys singing. The ability to read music is not a requirement. Just come join us and have some fun.

For more information or questions, talk to a current member of the ensemble or call Director Dave Adams at 508-284-6107.

Current Choralaires who have not received their music can do so by contacting Nancy Adams (508-284-0919). New members will receive their music the night they join. It’s that simple!!!

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A reminder to all Choralaires members (new and returning) that rehearsals for our Holiday Concert are once again in full swing each Tuesday from 6:308:30pm in the Starlight Ballroom.

If you’d like to join us or you’re just returning to Del Tura, we hope to see you. It’s never too late and we have plenty of rehearsals left before our concert

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Good Timers’ Singles Club News airport and dog watching provided a needed service for travelers. She also organized/provided many dinners for those alone on holidays.

Her memorial service was held at the clubhouse on September 9th in commemoration of a life well lived. She will be missed.

Upcoming events: October 2018 – October Birthday Party being organized

by Deloris Nelson and Ann Boncore. Club bylaws review and a nomination committee formed for election of officers.

November 2018 – “Lorna’s” Barbeque at the Main pool. Election of officers.

December 2018 – “Monday the 10th” Christmas Party at 4:00 p.m. at the Fountain Grille at Del Tura and celebration of summer birthdays.

February 2019 – “Saturday the 2nd” the Good Timer’s will host an American Cuisine booth at the International Food Fair.

Our club president anticipates organizing a 2-day AARP safety driving course in the fall. In addition, club members have voiced interest in an activity to raise funds for the victims of hurricane Irma, which are still homeless, in the Keys.

Happy Birthday to: Liz Poniatowski 10/10, Barbara Boyd 10/24, Linda Braun 10/25, Lorna Wickett 11/2, Zella Hoyt 11/10, Ann Boncore 11/12, Karen Hardley 11/26, Peg McTernan 11/27.

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by Joyce Lienert The Good Timers’ did not hold meetings during July, August or September. We will meet the first Tuesday of the month at 4:30 p.m., for the remainder of the year, in the Jacaranda Ballroom. If you are single, you can attend a meeting as a guest.

It is important for us to note that a long-time member of our club, Lorna Callan, died at a local hospital on September 6th. Her loss has been profoundly sad not only for our members, but has touched the hearts of all who knew her. Lorna lived here for many years and was president/vice president of our club. Always ready and willing to help, she volunteered at: Tuesday Coffee, FISH, Welcome Committee and Bingo; to name a few of her commitments. Transport to the

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Video Corner By, Elaine Schnur There is nothing like a good movie to take you out of yourself, to make you laugh, to make you cry, maybe even show you insights into a current problem.

Here in Del Tura we have our own video collection: you don’t have to go to the Internet and aimlessly search, instead come to our video library on any Saturday afternoon between one and 3 PM.

You will meet with one of our video librarians who will happily show you our movie collection.

Wednesday, October 17, is movie night. We are proud to present THE POST, a movie that has been nominated for two Oscars, starring Meryl Streep and Tom Hanks. This is a story of a cover-up that pushed the countries first female newspaper publisher to battle the government.

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Saturday October 27th 7:00pm

In the Starlight Ballroom. Doors open 6:15pm for audience costume judging. Prizes awarded!

TAKE TWO, the duo of Jeff and Christine Bradford have been together entertaining throughout Florida for the past 10 years. Their VOCAL IMPERSONATIONS are spot on and they know how to get the crowd on their feet dancing!

Come and join the fun in your costumes for our“Best in Class” pre-dance judging contest.

Tickets sales at coffee October 9th for HOA members only. All residents on Oct. 16th & 23rd.

Tickets for HOA members are $15.00, non-HOA $17.00.

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Friday, November 2nd, for Residents Only 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm

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Come One, Come All To The Del Tura Craft Fair 2018 The Del Tura Golf & Country Club will present many talented crafters and their beautiful creations at our annual Craft Fair to be held on November 2nd and 3rd at the Clubhouse in all 4 ballrooms.

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All proceeds from bake sale, raffle, and vendor fees go to charity.

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by Ann Abramczyk Summer is flying by; if you noticed, there was no 9 hole league article in the last issue. My bad; I submitted it late. So sorry.

The 9 and 18 hole leagues continue to have monthly scrambles and luncheons; it has been a great success.

Let’s address a common league concern; “pace of place”. There are simple things that everyone can do to help pace of play. Here are some suggestions: 1) Before the First Tee – have your balls marked; come prepared with tees; ball markers; divot repair tools; etc. 2) On the Tee – tee off as soon as the group ahead of you is clear;

have short distance hitters go first; carry an extra ball in your pocket; watch everyone’s ball flight to help find the balls. 3) On the Fairway – go to your own ball and hit when ready; prepare for club selection as soon as you know distance; watch all the group’s balls to see where they land; if more than one player is ready to hit, communicate who is going to go first. 4) Approaching and On the Green – park the cart at exit area and take all needed clubs with you; first to the hole tends the flagstick; first one in the hole replaces the flagstick; study your putt while waiting for others; quickly exit the green

when all players are finished; record scores at next tee box.

Some general considerations: 1) You should always be able to see the group ahead of you. 2) If someone has lost there ball; hit yours and then help them look. 3) Keep your pre-shot routine consistent and focused. 4) Take one practice swing. 5) For the average player; don’t be afraid to call your ball unplayable and take the penalty (sometimes you’ll be better off). 6) If you’re in the rough; get your ball back in the fairway.

Remember, playing “ready golf” is good for time management and a way to play smarter, not just faster! And have fun!

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Friday Shuffleboard League

By Jack Blevons Once again, it’s time for shuffleboard. By the time you’re reading this, Janet and I will be back home, here in beautiful DelTura. After spending 5-months up in Wisconsin, working part-time at the campground where we both spent about 25-years and also near our families, it’s good to get back home here again. Like in the past, we will be starting up our Friday Shuffleboard League so am writing this letter to let everyone know that our league will start off the 2018-2019 season on Friday November 2nd. Janet and I will be back in Del-Tura on Sunday, October 7th so once we get unpacked and settled back in, we need to

get working on getting everything organized again so that we are ready to start our new season.

We would appreciate all you team members as you read this to call us at 239-731-0892 & let us know if you will be playing again as regulars, also let us know if you will still have your same partner so we can get our roster made up & also our schedule. Also update any changes to your phone number & e-mail address. If we can get all this information we’ll then have it all printed up along with the playing schedule & dates so we can pass them out to everyone in a get-together down on the courts on Friday October 26th to all of you who can be there, & then start

league play on Friday Nov. 2nd.

Also want to mention that we are always in need of people who want to both join our league as regulars & also a big need for people who would rather just be subs who we can call to play for regular members who aren’t able to play for one reason or another on any given Friday. You can call either Janet or myself at 239-731-0892 & we do have an answering machine on our phone so if we don’t answer when you call you can leave a message & we will gladly return your call. Looking forward to hearing from all of you & looking forward to having another great season of Friday Shuffleboard League.

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HELLO DEL TURA RESIDENTS Please join us @ 8am each Tuesday morning Starlight Ballroom in the Clubhouse for coffee, donuts and cash raffles Enjoy lively conversation and community updates Meet your neighbors and new residents 9am announcements begin with our HOA president, Community Manager and various social speakers See you there!

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SPORTS

DEL TURA TENNIS ASSOCIATION CALENDAR OF EVENTS FALL 2018 AND WINTER 2019 September 2, Sunday

Fall League Letter Posted

September 9, Sunday

Fall Sign-Up Sheets

October 14, Sunday

Sign-Up Sheets Removal

League Chairperson will notify leagues if tryouts are necessary.

Jacqueline St-Jean 613-424-1412 (Canada) Email: delturatennis@gmail.com

Fall League Begins

Fall League Ends

Oct. 29, Monday, Men A 10:00 am Oct. 31, Wednesday, Men B2 8:00 am Oct. 25, Thursday, Men B1 8:00 am Oct 27, Sat., Mixed Doubles 10:00 am Nov. 2, Friday, Women 10:00 am

A Men League ends Monday, Dec. 17 B2 Men League ends Wednesday, Dec. 19 B1 Men League ends Thursday, Dec. 20 Mixed Doubles ends Saturday, Dec 15 Women League ends Friday, Dec. 21

November 18, Sunday

Post invitation to the Up and Down tennis day & Pot Luck

November 25, Sunday

Post Winter League Letter

December 2, Sunday

Post Winter League Sign-Up

December 9, Sunday

January Friendship Posting and Sign-Up Sheet

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Up and Down tennis day & Pot Luck

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There is also Open Tennis on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays for anyone wanting to play from 8:00 am to 10:00 am. The best part is that you don’t need to find a partner. You just show up during these times and you will automatically be included in the group.

A series of 6 Free lessons will start on November 6 at 10:00 am every Tuesday for 6 weeks. The lessons are for beginners or people who need to refresh their skills so that they can enjoy the game anew.

If you have any questions, please contact Jacqueline St-Jean at jacstjean2016@gmail.com or the Del Tura Tennis Association at DelTuraTennis@gmail.com.

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Our travelling teams consist of Women’s Bronze, Nickel, Copper and 3.5 minus members who travel throughout Lee County and play approximately half their games here in Del Tura. The following teams play at home for October.

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by Jacqueline St-Jean Tennis is a lifelong sport and can be enjoyed by young and old. Our tennis courts are situated by the North Pool. The Del Tura Tennis Association has a number of intra-mural leagues as well as travelling teams. The sigh-up sheet for the intra-mural leagues is posted in the screened room and will be removed on October 14. You can sigh-up for Men’s or Women’s and Double’s leagues just indicate your preference on the sigh-up sheet. You can also email your interest to DelTuraTennis@gmail.com.The intra-mural leagues are starting in October: Men’s B2 – October 31, Men’s

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SPORTS Billiards Resumes In November The league resumes play in the second week of November.

Meanwhile, we will play a tournament at 6:45 each Tuesday until the fall season begins. Depending on how many players show up, we will play either a “round robin”

or “double-elimination” format which will last about 2 hours. All Del Tura residents are invited even if they did not play in the league.

Please feel free to contact Harry Christopher at 239-997-7345.

Del Tura Amigos Softball News

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SOFTBALL PLAYERS NEEDED The 2019 Softball season is quickly approaching. Our own Del Tura Amigos look forward to returning to defend their 2018 championship season. Before the first game in January of 2019, much preparation is needed. We are looking for as many returning and new players to join in for the

2019 season. Our hopes for 2019 are to field two Del Tura teams, the Amigos, and the Gringos! To do so, we need to get as many people involved as possible. Practices will begin in November! If you are interested in joining the team, please contact Jim Hamilton. His e-mail is: jimbigtimberconstruction@yahoo.com -- or you can give him a call at 208-313-1321.

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Reflections: “A Longing for Past Octobers”

By Dianne J. Roderick I can’t believe that October is here! Wasn’t it just the beginning of summer? Wait! I know that we don’t have distinct seasons in Florida and it feels more like summer than fall but I need the whole enchilada! If it is truly fall, where is the crisp cool air, the colors of gold, yellows and reds? Where’s that beautiful colorful blanket of leaves that reminds me of that crocheted afghan that my Gramma Rose lovingly made for me? Oh yes, this is not New England and I am really being overly dramatic!

Get back to reality, Dianne! Don’t get me wrong, I love it here in Paradise but the memories of those past falls with family and friends seem to grow stronger with each passing year. Let me share a collection of those memories with you…perhaps they’ll trigger a few special past fall memories of your own.

When I think of the season I instantly feel all of my senses heighten. Perhaps that is why it

is my most favorite! It’s not only the colors but the smells that surrounded me. Fall was a perfect time of year for those car trips to the country farms. It was almost like the old station wagon was programmed to our destination. Once there our family walked excitedly through the apple orchards. The aroma of those freshly baked apple and pumpkin pies seem to beckon us closer and closer until there was no going back. Before I knew it we were juggling a variety of pies, a gallon of freshly made apple cider, and of course there was always room for the candied apples! Did I mention the main reason for our trip was to visit the pumpkin patch?

That was the original plan, but how can you resist? The senses are very persuasive!

During the fall months we were also treated by many downtown art festivals, a

variety of delicious foods, and amazing musicians. Many of the local Artisans would open up their studios to us, or set up their booths along the cobblestone streets that led to the waterfront. The backdrop that the river created, was phenomenal…the breeze, with just a touch of a chill combined with the sounds of music created a feeling that one could only imagine, unless you were there. Oh, did I mention the smell of the chestnuts roasting on the open fire? Just couldn’t resist!

Of course there was also the preparation for the Halloween festivities! In our house we had to start planning our celebration very early in the month. In addition to

preparing for Halloween we had to think about two very special birthdays. My husband’s was born on the 30th and our firstborn daughter Lisa was born on the 31st. You can bet that lots of spooky things happened in our house! Costumes were always a sewing challenge for me. Four children with definite ideas about what they wanted to be and what they didn’t want to be! As they got older they became very creative on their own …I must admit I did miss the challenges!

Along with the birthday celebrations we had to prepare for the actual Trick or Treat evening.

We would usually go to Grandma and Grandpa’s neighborhood because there were more houses and they had the most awesome candy! In our neighborhood we had an average of six Trick or Treaters. Gramma had approximately 200, very seldom less.

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She would start buying candy and popcorn balls in early September.

Those ghost and goblins came from all over the city, and possibly surrounding towns. They would attend the parade put on by our South End Athletic Association, and then they would disperse into the neighborhoods. Oh boy, you better be prepared! My mother would assign someone to take care of the door, another to hand out the treats, and of course the tabulator…and let me tell you that was a very stressful job! I can still hear her, “are you sure you counted the little princess in the back of Superman?” “Yes, Mother!”

As long as we have beautiful memories we will always be able to make them even more meaningful by tapping into our powerful senses. It is amazing how this happens! I hope that you enjoy this wonderful season, but whatever season is the most special to you, I wish that it brings with it an endless amount of love and happiness.

Happy Fall Everyone!

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DAILY ACTIVITY SCHEDULE Activity

Jane Fonda Aerobics Tai Chi Tura Zumba Water Aerobics (Oct-April) Water Noodle Aerobics Yoga Relaxation

Location

The Daily Activity Schedule is updated on a monthly basis. Please submit any corrections or additions to Dennis Cottini 847-707-1435 or email: dcottini@comcast.net prior to the 9th of each month.

Contact

Teddy Reid Marjorie Lord, 543-9072 Teddy Reid, 731-7251 North Pool North Pool Starlight Ballroom

Monday Exercise 10:00-10:45 8:00-9:00 9:00-10:00 11:00-12:00

Marylou Buss, 612-718-7878 Dea Wells 283-5603

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Wednesday

Thursday

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Friday

Saturday

Sunday

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7:00 PM

11:00-12:15

Sports Billiards, Men’s Billiards, Women’s (Nov-Apr)

Harry Christopher, 997-7345 Ann DeGrande, 989-2206 Peggy Terrasi, 603-236-2209 peggyterrasi@gmail.com Isabel Albert, 518-209-5968

Bocce (Nov-April) Bocce (Oct-April) Bocce & Burgers Bowling For Fun Bowling League (Oct-Mar) Golf, Men’s 18 Hole League Golf, Men’s 9 Hole League Golf, Women’s 18 Hole League Golf, Women’s 9 Hole League Pickle Ball Shuffleboard Shuffleboard, Open Shuffleboard, Traveling Team (Dec-Mar) Softball Tennis, Mixed, Open

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3:45-5:30 3:00-6:00 4:00

Call for location

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Cheryl DeCara, 543-8751 Dave Csuy, 770-6254 Bruce Johnson, 716-472-3860 Bart De Graaf, 599-4404 Paula La Freniere, 599-8024 Marlene DeGraaf 599-4004 Dick & Denise Rose, 815-978-4907 Jack Blevons, 731-0892 Glenn Tointon 920-309-1294 Glenn Tointon 920-309-1294 Stan Young 731-3142 Lu Ann Brownell 802-522-5863

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2:30 12:30 5:30 8:00-10:00

5:30 8:00-10:00

8:00-10:00

8:00-10:00

Games Bingo, doors open at 6:00pm, sales end at 6:45pm (Oct-Mar) Bingo (all year) Bridge, Duplicate Bridge, Open Bunco, (All year, 1st & 3rd Wed of each month) Canasta Dominoes Euchre Farkle Hand & Foot Card Game Hand, Knee & Foot Card Game Mahjong Mahjong Mahjong Mahjong May I Card Game Pinochle Rummi-kub Scrabble Texas Hold ‘Em Blood Pressure Readings (before coffee) Card Making (Seasonal) Ceramics Choralaires, (Nov-Mar) Coffee & Social Hour Computer Club (1st & 3rd Wed.) Garden Club, (1st Mon. of month) Good Timers, (1st Tues. of month) Library, open every day Painting (Oct-May) Quilting/Sewing Club Video Corner (check hours in the Library) Wood Carving (Nov-May)

Starlight Ballroom Starlight Ballroom Poinciana Room Poinciana Ballroom

Jacaranda Room Poinciana Room Card Room II Card Room I Card Room II

Jack & Janet Blevons 731-0892

7:00-9:30 11:00-12:00

Deloris Nelson, 731-9503 Sylvia White, 731-5168 Patti Watson, 608-358-7709 / Darcie Rockenbough, 239-938-6865 Norrine McLaughlin, 543-1276 Ruth Anten, 997-9779 Marcella Carothers, 731-3315 Ruth Anten, 997-9779 Betty Scheetz, 609-477-9147 Donna Moore, 543-5262 Marianne Denman, 543-5968 Dianne Bevilacqua, 567-2234 Rheta Kanen, 731-0809 Ruth Anten, 997-9779 Norrine McLaughlin, 543-1276 Marcella Carothers, 731-3315 Jean Cornwell 731-1580 Linda Braun, 516-310-0272

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Jacaranda Ballroom Card Room I Mon - Poinciana; Wed Joette Fabbri, 239-560-3324 4:00 & Fri - Card room 1 Other Activities and Clubs Starlight Ballroom Carolyn Bruggemann Mary Kay Tointon, 920-309-2121 Gay Dye, 614-861-0007 Across from bocce court Janet Ragone, 543-7818 9:00-12:00 David Adams, 508-284-6107 Starlight Ballroom Marlene Eck, 543-9249 Ruth Ann, 239-292-6299 Jacaranda Room 10 Dorothy, 239-850-2306 Poinciana Room Peg McTerman, 543-3144 Barb Jones, 543-6922 Kathleen Quigley, 543-1067 Craft Room Patty Ostertag, 716-609-9370 Starlight Ballroom Wendy Wells, 309-264-9147

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Del Tura Contact Info 239-217-0592

Choralaires

Dave Adams

508-284-6107

Coffee Hour - Tues. AM coordinator

Nancy Adams

508-284-0919

Co-Librarian

Kathleen Quigley

239-543-1067

Co-Librarian

Barb Jones

543-6922

Contractor Survey Results

Al Wells

309-360-1145

Del Tura Repertory Company

Jacquie Keen

731-9619

Entertainment Committee Chair

Betty Ewing

652-3909

Equipment Loans- Medical

Rich Symes

731-1308

Loan Closet

Val Coache

239-543-6425 or cell: 508-789-4245

Loan Closet - Alternate

Denise Rose

815-222-6466

Feral Cat Information "SOS"

Karen Azza/Sherry Plisch

220-0563 567-0538

FISH - Friends in Service Here

Ginnie Benjamins, Pres.

HELPLINE 997-3474

322-9863

FISH - Fruit Picking Contact

Rick Rudzik/Sherry Plisch

543-3662 567-0538

FMO Membership

Betty Ewing

652-3909

Airport Runs, Appointments Runs,

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Denise Rose

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Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri 9am-12pm Thurs 4pm-6pm

731-3461

Homeowners’ Issues/Grievances

Clubhouse Office

731-3433

Memorials

Ruth Blevins

543-8134

Name Tags

Wendy Wells

309-264-9147

Save Our Strays

Sherry Plisch Karen Azza

707-5613 220-0563

Seminars (HOA Board President)

Dave Adams

508-284-6107

Outdoor Electronic Billboard

Jim Stenzel

826-0524

Tower - Advertising - bobemy4ivp@verizon.net

Bob & Emy Stein

941-349-0194

Tower - Editor

Kathy Aira

908-507-4335

Tower - Co-Editor

Dennis Cottini

239-217-0592

Tower - Delivery coordinator

Linda Braun

516-310-0272

Veterans Contact

David Jacobs

567-0986

Video Library

Elaine Schnur

567-1108

Welcome Committee

Sherry Cottini

770-7711

Sound Systems David & Judy Jacobs

567-0986

Jim Stenzel

826-0524 Lighting

Charles & Peg Note

731-5615

Doris Meyer

731-1937

Please email changes to Dennis Cottini at dcottini@comcast.net or call 239-217-0592

NON-EMERGENCY CALLS - SHERIFF’S DEPT. (239) 477-1000

3/19

Front Gate Guard

Housekeeping, Food Shopping

12/18

Dennis Cottini

11/18

Blood Drive

Mrs. Doubtfire Services

“Why not go out on the limb? Isn’t that where the fruit is?”

– Frank Scully

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Contests & Winners

Contest Rules

SCRABBLE

Contest #3 Grand Prize: $50 Restaurant Gift Card

“Double Word Score”

The contest period will run from October 1, 2018 – March 20, 2019. All eligible persons who enter the contest must be at least age 18, by October 1, 2018. Must be a Del Tura HOA member in good standing during contest period. Only original entries with the correct game/trivia answers will be eligible to win. Only (1) one entry per household per month, with a maximum of (6) six entries during the contest period. All entries are due by the 20th of the March 2019. The final entry of the contest must be received by March 20, 2019 (by noon in the HOA office) to be an eligible entry into contest #3. Winner will be drawn on March 20th at 5pm. Entries must be complete and answer correct, for it to be an eligible winner. Entries must be dropped off at the HOA or mailed to the Tower Editor c/o the HOA office 619 Sierra Madre, NFM, FL 33903.

Questions: Please contact the Tower Editor or Co-Editor.

Let’s Play Scrabble Thursdays 1pm-4pm Card room down by Pub (If you have a game board please bring it).

For info call: Linda Braun 516-310-0272

CONGRATULATIONS TIM KRENTZ, CONTEST WINNER #2 WILL YOU BE THE NEXT WINNER?….START COMPLETING THE PUZZLES FOR CONTEST #3 THIS MONTH AND DELIVER TO THE HOA OFFICE, DEADLINE MARCH 20TH, 2019.

OCTOBER – CONTEST #3 PUZZLE A COLUMBUS DAY

Contest #3 - Puzzle A Grand Prize: $50 Restaurant Gift Card Name: ________________________________ Address: ______________________________ Phone: ________________________________ Email: ________________________________

Unscramble each of the clue words. Take the letters that appear in the and unscramble them for the final message.

boxes

Entry must be received by: 3/20/19 @ 12 noon

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SAVE THE DATE

Fri., March 8th, 2019 • 7PM Sat., March 9th, 2019 • 2PM & 7PM First we had “Make ‘em Laugh” Then we had “Make ‘em Laugh…part Duh” Now for….. your giggling gratification, your snickering satisfaction, your delightful delectation, The Del Tura Asylum Players Present: The Best of Make ‘em Laugh +…”Maybe” Directed by Bob Harmon & Produced by Linda Storma

TUESDAY NIGHT EUCHRE

SAVE THE DATE

Nov. 2 & 3, 2018 Del Tura Craft Fair 2018 If you would like to participate as a vendor or help out, please contact one of us listed below.

Kay Nezamis 517-896-0949 flonez1948@gmail.com or Wendy Wells 309-264-9147 kwltr11@gmail.com

WEDNESDAY NIGHT PINOCHLE

By Marcella Carothers

By Marcella Carothers 09-04-18 1. Zella Hoyt 2. Marcella Carothers 3. Bruce Mars

Cards & Games Corner

97-11-18 1. Henry Dzedzej 2. Zella Hoyt 3. Marcella Carothers 4. Eleanor Lingeman

08-15-18 1. Marcella Carothers 3. Zella Hoyt 3. Henry Dzedzej 4. Eleanor Lingeman

07-18-18 1. Eleanor Lingeman 2. Henry Dzedzej 3. Marcella Carothers

08-22-18 1 Eleanor Lingeman 2. Marcella Carothers 3. Henry Dzedzej 4. Zella Hoyt

07-25-18 1. Zella Hoyt 2. Marcella Carothers 3. Henry Dzedzej (tie) 3. Eleanor Lingeman 08-01-18 1. Marcella Carothers 2. Henry Dzedzej 4. Zella Hoyt 4. Eleanor Lingeman

08-29-18 1. Marcella Carothers 2. Henry Dzedzej 3. Zella Hoyt 4. Eleanor Lingeman 09-05-18 1. Henry Dzedzej 2. Zella Hoyt 3. Marcella Carothers 4. Eleanor Lingeman

ANSWERS FOR CONTEST #2 PUZZLES: April (circus, fairs and carnivals) May (A mother’s hug lasts long after she let’s go) June/July (Thank you for our freedoms) Aug/Sept (Beauty in paradise)

Texas Hold ‘em

COME JOIN US!!

Poker 3 days a week: Monday: 4pm Poinciana Room Wednesday: 4pm Card Room 1 Friday: 3pm Card Room 1 Contact Joette Fabbri 239-560-3324

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HOA OFFICE SUMMER HOURS

(May - September) MONDAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed TUESDAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10am - Noon WEDNESDAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9am - Noon THURSDAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4pm -6pm (evening hours only) FRIDAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed SATURDAY & SUNDAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed

HOA PHONE: (239) 731-3461 HOA ADDRESS: 609 SIERRA MADRE

THE TOWER EDITORIAL STAFF EDITOR Kathy Aira CO-EDITOR Dennis Cottini STAFF Sue Dunigan Rheta Kanen Ann Clanton Dianne Roderick

CIRCULATION COORDINATOR Linda Braun DISTRIBUTION STAFF Bob Meyer Lu Ann Brownell Jay Flanagan Peg Mcternan Liz Flanagan Sandy Rolando Plus 46 Wonderful Delivery Persons

HOA Liaison: DAVE ADAMS Tower Photographer: BILL NEZAMIS Many thanks to all the volunteer residents who have donated their time to “The Tower”.

We are looking for more volunteers. Please Help!

November Birthdays & Anniversaries 11/2 Christina Fez-Barrington Joan Koch 11/4 Bob Keith 11/6 Patricia Casillo 11/7 Gerry Benjamins Linda Trombley Ron Whitney Stan Young 11/8 Joan Massey 11/9 Mary Kay Tointon 11/10 John Roy 11/12 Ann Boncore

Ginger Kacmarski Ed Peznowski Connie Picciolo Mary Sheets Steve Marra Jan Perkins Vivian Gray Otis Smith Trudy Olds Lou Rotolo Brenda Jacques Nancy Ashe John Graham

11/13 11/14 11/15 11/16 11/17

11/19 11/20 11/21 11/23 11/24 11/26 11/27 11/29 11/30

Betty Ferazzi Thomas Hoffay Elaine Kaydo Mickey Kacmarski Lynette Roy Michael Sproule Linda Berlovick Louis Rivet Theresa Thompson Peg McTernan June Lowrey Don Mick Henry Coache

“You know you’re getting older when the candles cost more than the cake.”

– Bob Hope HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO...

11/5 11/ 7 11/11 11/12 11/18

Stephen Kolton & Rhonda Macduff . . . . . . . . . .

Joe & Sandie Ptashinski . . . .

Joe & Dianne Bevilacqua . . .

Richard & Karen Conte . . . .

George & Bonnie Evangelist

26 years 54 years 38 years 16 years 40 years

11/21 11/25 11/26 11/27 11/28

Grant & Annette Karpe. . . . .

Glenn & Mary Kay Tointon .

John & Dorothy Cook. . . . . .

Charles & Vivian Gray . . . . .

Bob & Jane Lussi . . . . . . . . .

59 years 51 years 37 years 41 years 38 years

NAME TAGS

Any resident wishing to purchase a “Name Tag” may do so on Tuesday mornings between 8:15 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. before the start of announcements at the HOA Board table. A name tag with a “pin” backing is $5.00 and/or with a “magnet” is $7.00 (correct CASH ONLY).

However, if you are going to be gone for several weeks, months, etc., please do not order your name tag until after you return. Normally takes one (1) week to process your order.

HOA BOARD INFORMATION

I NEED YOUR EYES My name is Don Dowell and I am your HOA Director in Charge of Grounds donaxp@aol.com

Please e-mail me if you see a problem or have a concern about any of our common areas such as the pools, hot tubs, tennis courts, Bocce, horseshoes, exercise room, or clubhouse.

Dave Adams - President (2019)

Cindy Baron - Director (2021)

Bette Ewing-Cheney - Vice President (2019)

Ray David - Director (2021)

(508) 284-6107 dksdr1@comcast.net

(239) 652-3909 Dpc1950@outlook.com

Joyce Lienert - Secretary (2019) (973) 714-4117 Jlienert712@hotmail.com

Wendy Wells - Treasurer (2020) (309) 264-9147 Kwltr11@gmail.com

Susan Bell - Director (2020) (714) 454-9972 susanbell_gaston@yahoo.com

(603) 398-8001 cbaron 50@yahoo.com

(239) 574-1290 * (781) 864-8320 cell RAD5552004@yahoo.com

Don Dowell - Director (2021) (239) 731-1566 donaxp@aol.com

Sandra Boykin - Director (2020) (410) 491-8824 sandramboykin@yahoo.com

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E-MAIL ADDRESSES

NEWS ITEMS FOR “THE TOWER”, PLEASE USE ONLY THIS E-MAIL ADDRESS: TowerEdit@yahoo.com The Webmaster and HOA web site, use http://www.deltura-hoa.com Use password DTCCHOA where applicable.

To list events on the internet, please e-mail, and submit pictures & text in digital form.

HOA Board: hoaboard@delturahoa.com

HOA - The Homeowners Association of Del Tura Inc. MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION Name:__________________________________________________________________________________

The Del Tura Phone Book is not compiled by “The Tower”.

It is produced by Hometown America.

Please contact the HT office 731-3433 for errors and omissions.

GENTLE REMINDER

Please be aware that when you hire an unlicensed/uninsured person to do work at your home, you accept the liability.

LOAN CLOSET

PLEASE CALL Val Coache 239-543-6425 or cell: 508-789-4245 NOW LOCATED IN THE MAINTENANCE AREA COTS, “PACK n’ PLAY, HI-CHAIRS, ETC

Del Tura Address:_______________________________________________________________________ Phone:______________________________________ E-Mail:____________________________________ Dues: $12.00 U.S. annually for homeowners and renters. Make check payable to: HOA Del Tura.

Mail or Deliver to HOA Membership, 609 Sierra Madre, No. Fort Myers, FL 33903

FISH

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

HOA - Tower Delivery Travel Plans (Please Do Not Deliver “The Tower”) Name: __________________________________________________________________________________

Anyone needing to borrow equipment from the Medical Equipment Loan Trailer please contact: Rich Symes at 731-1308, Neil Miller at 239-218-9867, or Rick Rudzik at 543-3662.

Local Del Tura Address:___________________________________________________________________ Remote (Away) Address: __________________________________________________________________ Date-Will be away from:_____________________ Date-Will return on: _____________________________ Please complete and return to the HOA Office. Mail Tower – Cost USA $2 /Canada $2.91 per issue For the correct listing of your

Birthday & Anniversary

FMO Membership Application:

e-mail to kanlig@juno.com or return this form to the HOA OFFICE

Name:___________________________________

Birthdays

Del Tura Address:_________________________

Name:____________________________________

Phone:__________________________________

Address (req’d):___________________________

_____ 1 Year Membership $25.00

_________________________________________

_____ 3 Year Membership $65.00

Phone (req’d):_____________________________

# Of registered FL voters in household: _____

Month (Spelled)___________________________

Non-Florida Address (if applicable):

Day:______________________________________ Name:____________________________________

__________________________________

Anniversary

__________________________________

Name: ___________________________________

Which months do you NOT live in Florida:

Month (Spelled)___________________________

___________________________________

Day:______________________________________

Recruiter Name_______________________

Year married:______________________________ Number of years married as of 2018:_________

Send To: FMO, P.O. Box 5300 Largo, FL 33779-5300

Island Visitor Publications, LLC Publishers: Bob & Emy Stein To advertise in print, contact: Bob or Emy Stein at 941-349-0194 or email us at islandvp@verizon.net.

Contributing writers are acknowledged with bylines accompanying their submissions. Attribution for photos are not included unless supplied. We sincerely thank everyone for their contributions. Your articles help showcase the strong and diverse community that makes up Del Tura.

The Tower is published monthly from October through May. Summer issues are condensed: June/July and August/September. All ads are subject to the approval of the publisher. It is the responsibility of the party placing any ad for publication in The Tower to meet all applicable legal requirements in connection with the ad such as compliance with town, county and state codes in first obtaining an occupational license for business, permitted home occupation, or residential rental property.

DISCLAIMER: Please be aware that when you hire an unlicensed/ uninsured person to do work at your home, you accept the liability.

Island Visitor Publishing is not responsible for claims made by advertisers.

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Classifieds

12/18

PROFESSIONAL PAINTING - Without Professional Prices! Interior/Exterior, 27 years of experience, Power Washing, Home Maintenance and repairs! Del Tura resident. Call Jim Smith 239-2471917 (nov18) AIRPORT? SHOPPING? ERRANDS? - Linda Storma, resident DEPENDABLE Call (239) 997-9066 (jun/ jul19) LOCKSMITH - Auto/Home Lockouts, Locks Repaired, Installed or Re-keyed. Del Tura Resident.

Louis Rivet 543-1434 (oct18) “PRESSURE WASHING” - Houses, driveways, walkways. Call Del Tura Resident. Bob at 954-4481171 (aug/sept19) HOUSE CLEANING SERVICE - reliable, honest, & friendly service. Del Tura resident. Call Karen @ 5431434 (oct18)

German Language Classes

Guten Tag! Yes….Wolfgang’s Back And Ready To Resume Classes On: Wednesday, October 31 11 Am To Noon Card Room #1 - Next To Ceramics

LAMINATES - wood rot, power wash, int./ ext. painting, plumbing, gutters, roofs cleaned. Res. Ref. Call Stan 502-797-4395 or 502-797-4402. (jan19) AVON - products sold by Del Tura resident. Call Pat 239-567-1567 (Home) or 631-838-4323 (Cell) (oct18) HOUSECLEANING - Honest, dependable, efficient. Uses her own products. Excellent references.

Carol Ann 239-244-6526 (jun/ jul19) GIRL FRIDAY - Reliable & Trustworthy. Housecleaning, etc. Del Resident. Call Linda 239-5601948. (dec18) RENTALS - Got a rental? Need a rental? Call John Belpulsi (607) 321-9886. (oct18) ALTERATIONS & REPAIRS - zippers, hems, drapery work. Call Fran Baumberger at 941-685-1414.

(nov18) I BUY - old coins, currency, stamps, jewelry, bullion and collectibles. Del Tura resident and national coin expert. Call Will 989-1757 (aug/sept19) JIM O’BRIEN IS BACK! - Complete Garage door and opener Sales and service 239-849-1644 (aug/ sept 19) RATES for classified ads will be as follows: 2 to 3 lines is $8.00/mo, or $50.00 if you pay for one year; 4 to 5 lines is $13.00/mo, or $100.00 for one year; and 6 to 8 lines is $20.00 /mo. No ad over 8 lines will be accepted. Deadline is the 15th of each month. Place ads by calling: 941-349-0194 or 941-539-0205 email: islandvp@verizon.net We use only one page for the classified ads. “The Tower” does not inform you when classified ads expire. However; the expiration date is at the end of your ad in parenthesis (mo/yr). Please make checks payable to: Island Visitor Publishing, LLC DISCLAIMER: Please be aware that when you hire an unlicensed/uninsured person to do work at your home, you accept the liability.

HOUSEHOLD HELP/HINTS FOR EVERYONE • Flexible Vacuum: To get something out of a heat/air register or under the fridge, add an empty paper towel roll or empty gift wrap roll to your vaccum. It can be bent ot flattened to get into narrow openings.

• Measuring Cups: Before you pour sticky substance into a measuring cup, fill with hot water. Dump out the water but don’t dry the cup. add your ingredient (like peanut butter) and watch how easily it comes right out.

• Foggy Windshield: Buy a chalk eraser and keep it in the glove compartment of your car. When the windows fog, rub with the eraser...works better than a cloth!

• Reopening Envelope: If you seal an envelope and then realize you forgot to include something inside, just place the envelope in the freezer for an hour or two... it will unseal easily.

• Goodbye Fruit Flies: Take a small glass and fill it with 1/2 with Apple cider Vinegar and 2 drops of dish washing liquid, mix well. Flies are drawn to the cup then gone.

• Get Rid of Ants: Put small piles of cornmeal where you see ants. They eat it, take it home, can’t digest it so it kills them. It may take a week or two especially if it rains, but it is safe for pets and small children.

• Dust removal from Silk flowers: Use your hair dryer to blow off the dust.

• Dusting Lampshades: Use a soft dry paintbrush.

New PHONE NUMBERS

Please bring your new phone number to the HOA office and also email it to the editor: TowerEdit@yahoo.com and it will be published.

Jay and Mary Fitzgerald (home) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239-303-9742 Jay Fitzgerald (cell). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .401-524-1687 Mary Fitzgerald (cell) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 401-524-5640 Mike & Debbie Overholser. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .239-560-6115 Cliff Cavitt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 810-399-9771 & 239-567-0276

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Del Tura Save Our Strays Thank you to everyone who helps support Save Our Strays. We appreciate all who are feeding our community feral cats and helping us with TnR.

Call To order (239) 567-3113 5660 Bayshore road, NorTh FT. Myers, Fl 33917 loCaTed iN The FoxMoor shoppiNg CeNTer

Hrs: Mon. - THurs. 11 AM-8 PM • Fri. - sAT. 11 AM - 9 PM • sun. 1 - 8 PM

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& reFillaBle FouNTaiN driNk

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10/18

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ALL DAY SPECIAL:

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Lease Your Hearing Aid Dr. Robert Hooper Board Certified • Doctor of Audiology Since 1975

• Here’s why $19 - $69 per month/aid • Affordable plans to fit any budget • Free batteries for lease duration • 5 yr. loss and damage coverage • 5 yr. repair warranty including parts & labor • Manufactured and repaired on site • Replaced/Upgraded every 5 yrs.

EAR-TRONICS HEARING HEALTH CARE CENTERS

5/19

www.eartronics.com

CAPE CORAL 800-3203

106 W. Hancock Bridge Pkwy.

(Santa Barbara/Publix Center)

NORTH FT. MYERS 997-2414 1876 N. Tamiami Trail (Old Business 41 - Weaver’s Corner)

NEWS FLASH TURN ON YOUR GOLF CART LIGHTS AT DUSK

Please remember to turn on your GOLF CART headlight at DUSK!!!

Sometimes we forget and a passing car may not see you, which actually did occur in Del Tura.

BE KIND TO YOUR NEIGHBOR PROGRAM KEEP DEL TURA SAFE AND BEAUTIFUL Please email any News Flashes you may want to share. dcottini@comcast.net. Your comments will be edited for printing.

Thanksgiving & Christmas Baskets The Thanksgiving & Christmas Baskets are an ongoing Community Event for the past 38 years. This event provides food and gifts for Needy families in the North Fort Myers/Fort Myers Area. Most recently (last 7 years) there have been 70 families that have benefited from this community activity. It should be noted that all the needy families are identified and screened by Nations Association Charities.

Activities begin in the October time frame, with the distribution of flyers, requesting food and/or money to be donated.

They are distributed to every household in the community.

These flyers also identify the volunteers that will come by to collect these donations and when.

A few days before Thanksgiving, boxes are packed with all the donated food as well as food purchased by the committee.

These boxes are then picked up

by Nations and distributed to the needy families.

In December, flyers are again distributed to every household in the community, requesting donations of food and/or money.

However, in addition to food being given to each family, the Committee also purchases gifts for each person, in each household. On average there are 350 -400 gifts required. A few days before Christmas boxes are packed with all the food as well as the gifts are wrapped and put into boxes for the individual families. As at Thanksgiving, these boxes are then picked up

by Nations and distributed to the needy families.

As can be imagined, this is a very large undertaking and requires the help of many volunteers. Listed below are the tasks that volunteers are needed for: Handing out flyers and collecting the donations at both Thanksgiving & Christmas. The

Thanksgiving collection will start Tuesday, Oct. 30, and the Christmas Collection will start on Friday, Nov 30 Packing of boxes. Thanksgiving @7pm on Fri, Nov. 16 and Christmas @7pm on Tues, Dec. 18 Wrapping of the 350-400 presents @noon on Sun Dec. 16 Staging the packed boxes at the curb and loading them on to Nations truck @7AM on Sat, Nov. 17 & Wed, Dec. 19 Anyone willing to participate in this great/satisfying cause please calls anyone of us. All help will be greatly appreciated.

Thank You, Chairperson - Charlene Ruotolo @ 847-606-4248(c) or 847-309-6570(c) Co-Chairperson - Betty Scheetz @ 609-477-9147(c) Flyer Distribution – Ruth Anten @ 239-997-9779(h) or 513-673-6179(c)

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Mailbag ARE WE A CARING COMMUNITY? I have lived in DelTura for 20 years come Feb.2019. I have always appreciated the friendliness of the residents and their willingness to help wherever and whenever needed. An incident occurred in Aug. which caused me to question what has happened to our unselfish caring residents.

A gentleman, visiting friends and residents on my street, had been left to stay in their home while they went on a short trip.

This gentleman had met several of their friends, one of which lived a short distance down the street. One morning he woke and was experiencing some trouble breathing, and finally decided to get in the golf cart and go to the friend for help. On the way he started having chest pains and extreme difficulty breathing, and did manage to get to their

home, pulled to the side of the road, and tried to hail down two different passing golf carts with a 911 plea. They passed him by. A third van notice his wave, but said he was in a hurry and couldn’t stop.

The gentleman managed to get to the front door of the friend, knocked and got her attention, and she immediately called 911.

An outside contractor, noticed his struggle, stopped and stayed with him until the EMT arrived. EMT arrived in 3 min., stabilized him, but rushed him to the hospital. He was diagnosed having had a heart attack, compromised by pneumonia. He was in the hospital about 1 week. Now, were these people who passed him by an example of our caring community?????

Let’s pay closer attention to our residents and continue being a caring community. Mary Harrell

HELP !

THE TOWER… I want to thank everyone involved with FISH for all the help and all my wonderful friends and neighbors in Del Tura for your, cards, good wishes, flowers, treats and prayers during my illness and recovery. It really lifted my spirits knowing you were all thinking of me during this difficult time. Thank you so much and may GOD BLESS YOU. Anna Incorvaia 

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Did you know that it takes over 60 volunteers to bring The Tower to you...? and that’s just the Delivery Team.

Add on the Editor and ALL the people that write articles, not to mention proofreaders….wow…..ALL VOLUNTEERS! Did you know… a Tower route Delivery only requires approximately one hour once a month.

We are in need of BACK UP Volunteer Delivery people.

These back up volunteers are needed when the Snow Birds go north or when others can’t make a delivery.

PLEASE...Contact Linda Braun 516-310-0272 or you may leave a Message @ the HOA Office or email Linda at Distribution1@yahoo.com

“Golf ... combines two favorite American pastimes: taking long walks and hitting things with a stick.” – P.J. O'ROURKE, Modern Manners

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR OCTOBER 8th

COLUMBUS DAY

OCTOBER 20th

LCR Dice Game -Fundraiser (Starlight Ballroom – 7pm)

OCTOBER 27th

HALLOWEEN DANCE – Take Two (Starlight Ballroom – 7pm) Costume parade and prizes !

NOVEMBER 2 & 3rd

CRAFT FAIR and Bake Sale (Clubhouse)

NOVEMBER 12th

Veteran’s Day

NOVEMBER 22th

Thanksgiving Day

NOVEMBER 24th

Movember (Mustache Ball) (Starlight Ballroom)

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