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Hosted by The St. Patrick’s Day Committee Tickets on sale at Tuesday Bingo and Saturday Morning Coffee starting

Tuesday, March 17th 5:00 PM – BYOB Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner Dancing – Entertainment – Sing-a-long –St. Patrick’s Day Derby Cost: $15.00 per person

Tuesday, February 18th. Last sale date, Tuesday, March 10th. Contact: Janet & George Daly, 239-567-2285

BOOK CLUB NEWS Due to people moving, etc., our Book Club that meets at Marilyn Workman’s home has fewer people attending. We’d love to have you join us on every first Thursday of the month, at 1:30 PM. We talk about the books we have read and some loan them out. Some also come just to listen. Refreshments are served. Come and see. The women in the photo from January are: Back row, left to right – Kathy Rafferty and Marilyn Workman. Front row – Nancy Wuebbeler, Ceil Jacoby, Sue Muscato and Pat Dunning. The second photo includes Beth Ferris.

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50’ Dance and Party!!s

MAGIC SOFTBALL’S SPAGHETTI DINNER

MAGIC SOFTBALL We want to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of our Fans for coming to our Games and SUPPORTING THE TEAM this year. The Tara Woods Magic has the BEST FANS in the league, and We APPRECIATE each and every one of You. Our season will run through the end of March, so We All hope to SEE YA AT THE BALL PARK!!! And We want to also give a BIG THANK YOU to All of You who help Support us by making our Spaghetti Dinner a HUGE SUCCESS!

Larry Baldwin Manager-Tara Woods Magic

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Air temperature must be 62 degrees by 8:00 AM. Use ABC News to check temp. 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 a noodle, stretch bands and water weights. If questions, contact Barb Simonson 541-840-4430 or Judy Brda 239-731-1797 WATER AEROBICS Monday, Wednesday & Friday TIME CHANGE: 8:00 AM

WARNING

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH

Your NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH is working for you. The two primary reasons for the WATCH are the protection of our residents and the observation of our community. Check on your neighbors who may be housebound or ill. If you haven’t seen them for a while, check on them. If you see something out of the ordinary, call and report the problem. (911 or 239-477-1000)

THIS MONTH’S TIPS: Safely dispose of all unused or expired medication to help protect our community and environment.

Secure Drop Boxes are conveniently located at: • Sheriff’s Office, 121 Pondella Rd., North Fort Myers • Sheriff’s Office, 15650 Pine Ridge Rd., Fort Myers Bob Glandorf

NEW YORK / NEW JERSEY CLUB

Mark your calendar for the two upcoming NY/NJ events, Saturday, April 13th, and Saturday, April 27th.

The first date is our regular meeting, hosted by Mary & Bill Nothnagel and friends. The theme is “Welcome to spring and play ball”, so wear your team’s colors. The second date is our end of the year luncheon, hosted by Joan & Bill Powers, to be held at Herons Glen.

So, make sure you sign up in the Clubhouse for these two festive occasions and don’t miss out on the fun and good eats.

Any new NY/NJ residents are more than welcome to come and join in the fun. Bill Nothnagel As stated above, the luncheon will be at Herons Glen on Saturday, April 27th, between 12:00 - 2:00 PM. The cost is $12.00 per person. The three menu choices being offered are: Herons Nest Salad – Grilled Chicken, candied pecans, craisins, blue cheese crumbles, and sliced apples on a field of greens with raspberry vinaigrette. Big Fish Sandwich – white fish fillet, choice of battered, grilled or blackened, and served on a hoagie roll with choice of side. Reuben Sandwich. Iced tea, coffee and water are included; other beverages or cocktails are the responsibility of the guests. I will need a total count and your choice a week before, and, of course, your money preferably in cash or a check made out to me or cash. Joan Powers 239-731-0168 NEW ENGLAND CLUB SUNSHINE AND SYMPATHY To those residents and others in our community who are recovering from an illness, we wish you a speedy recovery and look forward to seeing you out and about. To the following families and friends, we offer our sympathy on the death of their loved ones.

DONNA GRIGAS...CLIFF PHILLIPS… Former resident Rosemary Crouse and Laurie Elliott, the mother of Linda Beaulieu

The New England Club closed out their season on March 30th with a sports themed party. There was an abundance of Red Sox, Patriots, and Yankee fan gear on parade. Awesome food was enjoyed by everyone as well as baseball, football, frisbee and golf competitions.

Officers for the 2020-2022 season were announced and they are: Co-Presidents: Dawn Benjamin and Judy Machnicz, Vice-President: Barbara Gilfillan, Treasurer: Lee Beliveau; and Secretary; Carol Malatesta. Dawn, Judy, and Carol welcome our new officers with open arms and look forward to working with you!

To all our snowbirds who will be taking flight: Be safe, happy & healthy. To all our summer survivors: Be safe, happy, healthy & hurricane free!!

Judy Machnicz If you are recuperating from an illness, please know you are in the thoughts and prayers of many residents. Please keep Sunshine in mind should you or a family member wish to share any medical news. Stay well, Nancy Wuebbeler – 239 245 7575 – nkw4@comcast.net

MID-ATLANTIC CLUB

In March, the Chili Cookoff was a great event with lots of eating and voting.

As the social year progresses, Sunday, April 7th, has been designated for the Brunch at the Isles Yacht Club in Punta Gorda. The brunch is the only meeting for April.

The event for the Sunday, May 19th, meeting is still being discussed. Details will be passed on through the Club newsletter and emails.

Barb Pollitt, Secretary FLST# 39068 • CST# 2034468-50 • HST# TAR-7058 • WAST# 603-399-504 GAIL & LARRY HODGE DEL TURA RESIDENTS 239-202-0460 | 800-301-5485 www.sailwithgail.com gail.hodge@cruiseplanners.com Gail Hodge - Cruise Planners THIS IS WHERE NEW MEMORIES ARE MADE C R U I S E & L A N D VA C AT I O N S CALL TODAY FOR THE BEST LAND AND CRUISE PACKAGES AVAILABLE AND ASK ABOUT SPECIAL OFFERS! 5/19 CALL TODAY FOR GROUP CRUISE INFORMATION FOR 2019 - 2020 The Entertainers are proud to present, in our 28th year, our production of… She Was Only Marginally Modest By Vern Harden “Produced by special arrangement with Heuer Publishing LLC of Cedar Rapids, Iowa” Friday, March 13th and Saturday, March 14th Doors open at 6:30 PM Show starts 7:00 PM Prices are $8.00 per ticket Purchase at Saturday Morning Coffee, Tuesday Bingo or at the door We have theater seating, with the front row for those that want to be closer. See any usher if you need assistance. NO FOOD NO DRINK ALLOWED IN FOR THESE EVENINGS!

WHAT WOULD YOU DO WITH... $500? $500?

Think about the possibilities! With $500, you could go on a cruise for two, use it toward a shopping spree, or buy a flat screen TV – just to name a few.

Invite your friends to live at Tara Woods, and you could earn up to $500* when they purchase a new home. Call 239-731-1011 for details!

*Referral reward restricted to Hometown America residents. Customer must register the resident who referred them at time of their initial visit. Residents whose referral purchases a new or special-order home will receive up to $500. Residents whose referral purchases a Hometown America-owned inventory home will receive up to $300. Residents whose referral purchases a brokered home will receive up to $100. Residents who refer will receive money after closing of escrow. Other terms and conditions may apply. Call 239-731-1011 for more details.

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Domestic flight Outdoor Grill

Patio Set Gazebo

NEW IMAGE CHORUS If you are like me and like to plan ahead, please leave the evening of Saturday, April 4th, open. On that night your friends and neighbors will be in the Clubhouse enjoying the songs that the New Image Chorus will be singing. Of course, you’re invited to join in.

It’s hard to believe that all these months of practicing will result in a most entertaining evening for the community. The Chorus is always looking for new members who want to have some fun on Monday afternoons from September to April. There are very strict requirements and only the best of the best are selected. Just kidding. All you have to do is show up.

It’s not too late to join for this year. Most of the songs you have probably heard and already know. Who knows, you may even like it? You may

wind up singing those songs in the shower.

See you Monday at 12:30 PM.

Stu Berman

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

CLUBHOUSE SCHEDULER DESCRIPTION: Co-Ordinates with Residents Scheduling Events in and Around the Clubhouse

TALENTS NEEDED: • Good Inter-Personal Skills • Solid Reliable Computer Skills • Time Management Skills • Willingness to Contribute to The Community • Work from Home

INTERESTED? WANT TO LEAN MORE? Contact Lou Dunning at 239-240-5847 loudunning2@gmail.com or Sue Cook At 239-634-8485 cook19621@comcast.net

ANOTHER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

Hurricane Season is quickly approaching. We are looking for someone to coordinate the “Special Needs Program” – description: • Communicate with Lee County Special Needs coordinator. • Form a small committee (already have several interested). • Collect and review “Resident Surveys” that are handed out during New Resident Orientation. • Provide information to all residents and have applications available. • Help with applications when needed. Interested or want to know more? Contact Sue Cook – VP at 239-634-8485 or cook19621@comcast.net.

GOOD NEWS!

Good news for all of our TWHA members who use the Clubhouse Reservation Request form available in the Clubhouse. Beginning on Monday, February 17th, the form is available on the TWHOA website! The request form is available in two formats – a version you can print on your printer at home and fill out the same as you have in the past OR a new electronic version you fill in right from your computer and submit it via email to the Clubhouse Scheduler.

The forms can be found on the webpage entitled “TWHOA Online Forms” and are available to Homeowners Association members.

ASK US HOW TO SAVE 20% ENTERTAINING NEWS So, Ladies and Gentlemen…you’ve seen the activity in the Clubhouse; and you’ve seen the set, so now is your chance to see for yourself what it is all about. On the 13th and 14th of March you will all get the opportunity to laugh, boo and cheer on your fellow Tara-ites as you watch from the audience – the Entertainer’s production of “She Was Only Marginally Modest”. This is a very funny and fastmoving play set in the woods of Colorado in 1883 or ‘84 (depends on who you listen to). Speaking of listening to, you will hear the sound of the moose running amok and see violence like never before on our stage. I suggest you not sit too close or the moose just might find you too. The facts are:

Friday, March 13th and Saturday, March 14th in the Clubhouse. Doors open at 6:30 PM with the show starting at 7:00 PM. Tickets are $8.00 per person and available at Saturday Morning Coffee, before Bingo on Tuesday night or at the door. The Entertainers do not allow food or drink into the Clubhouse for these performances. Any questions on this, please ask for Pat Dunning.

We have theater seating and the front row is available if you need to be closer. There will be ushers at the door if you need help. We also have the regular tables behind the theater seats, but no food or drink is allowed into any of these shows.

This year we have many new faces on stage; they could use your encouragement and applause.

We will ask for audience participation this year. This is a good time to cheer on the good guys and boo the villain. Make sure you bring your enthusiasm with you.

A reminder to all interested in the Entertainers, our next meeting will be: Saturday, March 21st.

“You need three things in the theatre: the play, the actors, and the audience; each must give something.” Kenneth Haigh

Pat Dunning, Stage Manager for the Entertainers 239-599-4490 pdunning46@gmail.com SPITTIN’ IMAGE Sound & Lighting presented an evening of music and hilarity at the Clubhouse on Sunday night, January 19th , with the identical twin duo Spittin’ Image. Attendees gathered in theater and cabaret seating at 7:00 PM and the laughter began shortly thereafter. Who was more entertaining: the Swabb brothers, Blain and Brian, or some of our Tara Woods residents? It was hard to decide.

Polly Brown gave a very brief introduction, and then the twins began their show by answering a question that they often receive: “Who is the oldest?” Blain is 26 minutes older than Brian and we learned all about their 96-year-old, gun-toting momma. Brian came down from the stage multiple times during the performance and chose several members of the audience to participate in their antics on stage and among the crowd. We learned that Bart Leneker was a utility worker and played a little guitar in his day and sang. He teamed up with Spittin’ Image and crooned a tune to the crowd’s delight. Bill Bennett was a truck driver before he retired, and John D’Amico was an accountant. That trio had everyone laughing until they cried. Thanks for being such good sports, guys.

Polly Brown accompanied the twins on tambourine for one number. “Mustang Sally” was sung and accompanied by Roch Beliveau, and two other attendees* on tambourines. Nancy Morley, Linda Francey and Linda Stolz were chosen from the audience because they were wearing animal print and they served as the back-up vocalists on that song - “Ride, Sally, Ride!” The remainder of the audience sang along. Ginny Hundertpfund, 92 years old, was singled out to take the twins home after the performance. The dialogue between Ginny and the guys throughout the evening was the highlight of the show. It was difficult to discern just who was flirting with whom!

If you ever have the opportunity to take in a Spittin’ Image show, be sure to do it. It will be well worth your time and money! They are excellent musicians and truly very funny.

*Please accept our apologies for not being able to identify these gentlemen. Stu Berman

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