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Good Timer’s
by Brion Palmer
Good Timers’ Singles Club News
By Liz Poniatowski
Don’t cry because it’s over; smile because it happened... The Good Timers’ had a lot on our agenda last month... the Mardi Gras Party charity fundraiser that Kathy Aira puts on, our monthly Birthday Luncheon at the Victory Lane Cafe, A Taste of Broadway that our very own Del Tura Repertory Company produced, Kinky Boots at the Broadway Palm Dinner Theater...but we’re not crying because it’s over , we’re smiling because
we had so much fun and we’re now looking forward to this month! First we will be going to the Cape Coral Cultural Park Theater to see the comedy “Urinetown” then a group of us are going on an Eastern Caribbean cruise aboard the Holland America Veendam and lastly we have our St. Patty’s Day/Birthday celebration to look forward to. Next month is our annual Road Rally that Esther Kuntz hosts. We all look forward to driving our golf carts around the community to find the landmarks that Esther and Stewart Carter search out
for us. So, if you’re single and want to join a fun group of people to go places with please join us at our next meeting on 3 March to see what we’re all about. Monthly meetings are held the first Tuesday of the month in the Poinciana Room. Socializing begins at 4:00 and the meeting starts at 4:30. All single Del Turians are encouraged to join us at one of our monthly meetings to see if this is a club that you’d like to be a part of. For more info please contact Liz Poniatowski at ciociliz@gmail.com or 239-800-2935.
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Choralaires Spring Concert...“DÉJÀ VU”
Ticket distribution begins March 10th!
Spring has almost “sprung”, and that can only mean one thing. It’s time for the Choralaires Annual Spring Concert! This year’s theme is really unique, and the members of the chorus are quite excited about it. The theme is “Déjà Vu” and it’s quite simple really. In recent years we’ve continued to hear from residents how much they have enjoyed certain songs the group has performed. Often we’re told “I wish we could hear that again!”
Well this year, the Choralairees are going to honor that wish by featuring a performance of “greatest hits” based on the suggestions of our residents and the members themselves. Folks in attendance are going to hear some phenomenal songs from performances past that really were a hit with our audiences. Of course, we’re going to add a few new wrinkles and tunes as well.
The date is Saturday March 28th in the Starlight Ballroom. As in years past, there will be a 2pm afternoon and 7pm evening performance. Both will be identical, so choose the one that fits your schedule and join us. Tickets are once again free and we would hope that you will make a donation to our group the day of the concert.
Distribution of tickets will begin on March 10th at the Tuesday morning coffee social for HOA members only. Tickets will also be distributed the following two weeks (March 17th and 24th) at the Tuesday morning coffee social
Due to the long lines waiting at the door in the past and the inability of some folks to find a seat, there will be a significant change in ticket distribution this spring so please read the following information carefully:
• Unlike previous performances, both concerts will have assigned seating. This is being done to insure a fair and equitable distribution of seats and to eliminate the long lines in the heat that could conceivably form while waiting to get in.
• It will assist groups who want to sit together by allowing them to obtain tickets without having to arrive early “save” seats. • The first morning of distribution (for HOA members only) will run from 7:45 until 8:45 and for fifteen minutes directly after the coffee social. The following two Tuesdays, reserved ticket distribution will be available to the general community starting at 8am.
• Those arriving early the first day will sign a sheet with an assigned number provided by the Choralaires. Folks will be called by number to obtain their tickets and table number. There will be a maximum of eight tickets distributed per person. As always, the tickets will continue to be free.
• Extra tickets, if any. may be reserved following the 24th, by calling Nancy Adams at 508-284-0919. Reserved tickets as well as any additional undistributed ones will be held at the door.
Mark your calendars! Hope to see you on March 28th!
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Will Your Money Last as Long as You Do?
What do your fellow citizens fear most? Almost half of them – 49% – are most afraid of running out of money during retirement, a higher percentage than the 44% whose chief concern is failing health, according to a recent survey by Aegon Center for Longevity and other groups. What steps can you take to help ensure your money will last as long as you do? Here are a few suggestions: Estimate your longevity. None of us can say for sure how long we’ll live. However, you can make some educated guesses based on your health and family history. And once you do have at least a ballpark figure, you can then determine about how much money you may need to last the rest of your lifetime. A word of caution: It’s probably going to be more than you think. Health care costs alone can run into the hundreds of thousands, even with Medicare. Determine when you’ll retire. Your retirement age will have a big impact on how long your money can last. The longer you work, the more you can contribute to your retirement plans, such as your IRA and 401(k). Plus, if you have health insurance through work, you should be able to cover some of the out of pocket health care costs you’d normally have to pay if you’re retired. Invest as much as you can in your retirement. During your working years, contribute as much as you can afford to your IRA and your 401(k) or similar employer-sponsored retirement plan. And every time you get a raise, try to increase the amount you put into your employer’s plan.
Protect yourself from long-term care costs. If you’re fortunate, you’ll never needany type of long-term care, such as an extended stay in a nursing home or the services of a home health care provider. Still, there are no guarantees, and long-term care expenses can be big enough to threaten your retirement savings. The average cost for a private room in a nursing home is about $100,000 per year, while a home health aide costs about $50,000 per year, according to the insurance company Genworth. Medicare typically pays just a small portion of these amounts, so you may want to purchase a long-term care insurance policy that will pay for qualified long-term care costs. Or you might consider a “hybrid” policy, which combines long-term care protection with life insurance. So, if you never needed long- term care, your hybrid policy would pay a death benefit to your beneficiary, but if you did need the care, your policy would pay benefits toward those expenses. Choose an appropriate withdrawal rate. During your retirement, you’ll need to withdraw money from your IRA, 401(k) and other retire- ment accounts. But you’ll want to avoid taking out too much each year, especially during the early years of your retirement. It’s impor- tant to establish an annual withdrawal rate that’s appropriate for your needs, taking into account your age, sources of income, lifestyle and other factors. The thought of running out of money during retirement is scary indeed – but by making smart choices, you can go a long way toward alleviating this fear and enjoying your life as a retiree.
This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Edward Jones, its employees and financial advisors are not estate planners and cannot provide tax or legal advice.
Edward Jones, its employees and financial advisors are not estate planners and cannot provide tax or legal advice. You should consult your estate-planning attorney or qualified tax advisor regarding your situation.
FINAL REMINDER Golf for the Cure Tournament Saturday, March 21, 2020
EVERYONE WELCOME - 6 person Hit and Sit Scramble. Signup sheets posted on the 9 and 18 Hole Ladies Associations Bulletin Boards in the “Dungeon”. Sign up on one sheet only.
COST: $40 – Member of Del Tura Golf Course
$55 – Non-member of Del Tura Golf Course $10 – Per Additional guest for lunch 264 Evergreen Road North Fort Myers, FL (A block east of Cleveland Ave. (Hwy. 41) (Sunoco) Sunday Worship : 8:30 a.m. 239-995-0988 Teaching the unchanging truth of God’s salvation through Jesus to all people!
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REGISTRATION: 7:30 – 8:30 in the Starlight Ballroom (coffee/refreshments)
SHOTGUN start at 9:00 a.m. (lunch following golf in Starlight Ballroom)
MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: DEL TURA H.O.A. -- Give to Pro Shop for placement in Tournament Box. Payment deadline March 11, 2020.
To donate a basket contact Sandy Rolando (217) 836-8621 or Ruth Ann Blevins (239) 220-9381.
To sponsor a sign, contact Jane Glancy (781) 640-3056 or Ruth Ann Blevins (239) 220-9381.
For additional information or questions contact: Yvonne Torsok (239) 443-0099 or Ruth Ann Blevins - (239) 220-9381.
ALL PROCEEDS will be donated to “Partners for Breast Cancer Care” located on Health Park Circle, Fort Myers. Partners, whose mission is dedicated to serving our communities women and men providing screening, diagnostic testing and treatment. “Partners” is a one-of-a-kind organization offering no-cost breast health care to eligible residents, many of who have nowhere else to turn for assistance. “Partners” is a non-profit organization. “Partners” received grant funds from the local affiliate office of Susan G. Komen, prior to its closing.
Tura Zumba / Dance Fitness
By Teddy Reid
Tura Zumba exercise classes consist of both Zumba and Dance Fitness. On Friday, February 14th, we took a picture celebrating Valentine’s Day by dancing to love songs and wearing red or pink. Our Dance Fitness instructor, Adele, did a great job leading the class. The classes are held in the Starlight Ballroom on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Friday from 9:00AM to 10:00AM. We have lots of fun exercising/dancing to music and it is a great way to make friends. It improves our emotional health along with our physical health. Exercise creates the happy hormone endorphins and exercising with our friends creates smiles and laughter making this experience even more enjoyable. So, come join us and help improve
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