THE COLUMNS Vol. 28 No. 2
Tara Woods Homeowners Association – www.twha.us
February 2017
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Shirley Ringleben
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any times as you read the Columns, I bet you skim over some articles but always find and read the important Column called BIRTHDAYS and ANNIVERSARIES. Shirley has written that Column for every issue since February 1989!! That’s a long time!! Shirley, an only child, was born in Buffalo, NY on May 3, 1928, and graduated from Kenmore High School in 1946. She met Gil at a Methodist Church function and married him on August 18, 1951. They raised their daughter, Gail, in New York and during those years Shirley worked as a Secretary for two sales firms and at Daemen College in Buffalo, NY. Gil was later transferred by Dow Chemical to Dover, Ohio where they lived for ten years. Shirley and Gil moved to Tara Woods in February 1988 and Shirley worked as a weekend Receptionist in the Front Sales Office from 1989 to 2006. Gil also worked part time in Sales. He cooked hot dogs at the Front Office on various Saturdays for visitors.
When they were not working, they were both very active at Tara Woods. They opened and ran the apparel and watch sales at Saturday morning coffee for 8 years. (Tony and Celeste Perre ran it after them.) Shirley was involved in a tap dance class, a round dancing class and line dancing as well. She was also involved in Bocce, Spanish class and Chorus, of which she is presently secretary for the Chorus Board and is still a very active member. She frequently has danced during the Chorus performances. Because Tara Woods was a new Community, they were involved in many activities to sell homes. They had a Tara Woods display at the Shell Factory in 1994, and in April 1994 at the Open House they had the theme of “Gone with the Wind”. Shirley was dressed all day as Scarlett and Gil was Rhett Butler. That night the management had cock-
tails at poolside and then a dance in the Clubhouse with a full orchestra. Scarlett and Rhett danced all night. No wonder homes sold so rapidly!! Shirley is proud to say she has been a member of the Eastern Star for 63 years
in Sabal Springs, which is a blessing. As you know, Shirley is a generous, talented, non-judgmental woman, who is fair and loves helping people. We
are so fortunate to have this classy lady in Tara Woods and we are privileged to have her as our 2017 Honoree.
Thanks, Shirley
~ Mary Nothnagel
and is a lifetime member of FMO. Her life has been bittersweet, with her beloved Gil dying on January 19, 2014, but her wonderful daughter, Gail, and her sonin-law, Jim Blackburn, live
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WELCOME NEW RESIDENTS Mike and Vicki Hoard are new part-time residents at 19584 Woodfield Circle. They are originally from Ohio, and they are both employed by the Akron Fire Department. Mike enjoys old Chevy cars. Vicki enjoys reading, cooking and gardening. They are the parents of one child. Henry “Jim” and Edel Seamans are new full-time residents at 19325 Amelia Road. They are originally from New Hampshire. Jim enjoys playing Triominos and Sequence. Edel en-
joys Scrabble, and sewing and is active in their church. They are the parents of four children, ten grandchildren and three greatgrandchildren. Carl and Debbie Galvan are new part-time residents at 2914 Tara Lakes Circle. Carl is originally from New York and Debbie is originally from Massachusetts. Carl is a butcher/meat cutter for Shop Rite and Debbie works for a long-term care facility as a respiratory therapist. They have four children and two grandchildren.
Carl enjoys working on cars, doing chores around the house, taking trips in their RV, watching movies, riding bikes, grilling and relaxing in the hot tub. Debbie enjoys reading, playing cribbage, beginning sewing, crafts, swimming, gardening, photography and going to thrift stores. They are looking forward to meeting new people in Tara Woods and getting involved in the New England and New York clubs. Welcome to Tara Woods, Joanne Byrne
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Orientation for new homeowners will be held on Saturday, February 11th at 10:30 AM in the Clubhouse Living Room. All newcomers (home owners and renters) are encouraged to attend. This 1 - 1.5 hour meeting is loaded with important infor-
mation about our community and the surrounding area. A large packet will be handed out to all who attend containing the Homeowners Association Guidelines, hurricane preparation tips and lots of other important and interesting information.
The next orientation will be Saturday, March 18th at 11:00 AM. We look forward to seeing you. Donna Phillips, 731-5802, and Bev Bayer, 464-9668.
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FROM THE PRESIDENT Thank you to everyone who attended the Annual Meeting on January 9th or responded with proxies if you couldn’t attend. We must have a quorum at this meeting for the election of Directors and to vote on the budget. We exceeded the quorum needed, thanks to your participation and support. It was a successful meeting, as the budget passed and four Directors were sworn in. Welcome to our two new Directors, Joanie Byrnes and Eileen Robinson; and thank you to Marie Ivens and Nancy Wuebbeler for running again. We are very fortunate to have elected four Directors with the expertise necessary to carry on the important work of the Board. I look forward to working with them as we all work together for the good of the community. The Board held a meeting immediately after the Annual Meeting to elect officers. The officers for the next year are: Janet Daly, President; Frank Millette, Vice President; Eileen Robinson, Treasurer; Marie Ivens, Recording Secretary; and Ann Millette, Membership Secretary. Lou Dunning, Nancy Wuebbeler and Joanie Byrnes are Directors At Large. Paul Montelaro was thanked for his four years of service as Treasurer. He did a great job. Thank you, also, to Celeste Perre, who resigned a few months ago, for a wonderful job as Membership Secretary and Director At Large. A concern regarding the use of the Dog Park in the rear of the community was raised. Please
remember to pick up after your dog when using the park. There are bags and waste containers conveniently located by the park. Please use them and do not force others to pick up after your dog. Just as you must clean up after your dog when walking them in the community, you are expected to clean up after them when using the dog park. At this time, please continue to bring your own water until the situation with the water faucet is resolved. The New Year’s Eve Party was a very successful event. Thank you to those who helped set up and take down tables and chairs and hang decorations and un-decorate. The tables looked beautiful, individually decorated in many styles and colors. A special thank you to Peg Gamble for the inspiration and incentive to make the party happen. We never expected such a large response. 153 people attended and enjoyed the music and dancing to Lady K and DJ Watson entertainment, the New Year’s Eve Classic horse race and the social raffle. It’s been suggested that we continue this type of party for next New Year’s Eve. Thank you to Sound & Lighting for bringing “Red Hot and Blue Collar” entertainment to our stage in January. It was one of the best shows to date. The female singer was outstanding and her “comedian” husband kept us laughing. We appreciate all your efforts to bring quality entertainment to Tara Woods. There are lots of events happening in February with numer-
ous opportunities to participate in the active Tara Woods lifestyle. All the events should be advertised in this Columns. The MidAtlantic Club will be bringing in The Del Prados to entertain at the Valentine’s Day party on February 12th. If you like 50’s music, you don’t want to miss this party! Appreciation Day on February 25th is the culmination of a very busy month. See Polly Brown to learn more about this fun day sponsored by Hometown America. Welcome to our snowbirds who are here for Jan. Feb. & March. Many of you consistently return to beautiful Tara Woods each season and look forward to participating in numerous social occasions. We invite you to relax and have a wonderful winter vacation with us. New people are always welcome at all venues. Please read the Columns, watch the posters and information posted on the Clubhouse bulletin boards and attend Saturday Morning Coffee to hear about all that is happening. There is no reason to miss an event if you make an effort to visit the Clubhouse or talk with your neighbors. I look forward to seeing you around the community and at the next TWHA Membership Meeting on Monday, February 13 at 7:00pm. Janet Daly A heart is not judged by how much you love, but by how much you are loved by others. Frank Morgan
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ASSISTANTS: Linda Engel, Mary Ellen Gold, and Marcia Poveromo PHOTOGRAPHY: Mark Burke, Ann Kabbas, & Pat Sparany CALENDAR: Polly Brown CIRCULATION: Gail Sanfilippo, Manager COORDINATORS: Stuart & Belle Berman, Bill Black, Agatha Breen, Pat & Lou Dunning, Peggy Gamble, Lloyd & Carolyn Kelsey, Bob Kuhns, Sharie and Norm Libby, Diane & Bob Nunn, Kathy & Roger Rafferty, Ed Simko, George Stelling, Lori Thomas, Susan Uccello, & Julia Wehrung. ALTERNATES: Claudette & Mark Burke, Joanie Byrnes, Joanne & Bob Byrne, Al Dion, Sandy Schuelke, Vic Sharps, & Sandy Whitaker REPORTERS: Reporters will be noted by their bylines at the end of each article. Lou Dunning, Tara Woods Homeowners Association Liaison 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 Tara Woods. The Columns 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 Columns 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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Activities, Sports & Clubs can be found on pages: 8, 10, 11, 13 and 21, 22 and 23.
Please note that the February 2017 Calendar will be inserted this month. Thank you!
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MANAGER’S CORNER TARA WOODS RESIDENTS
Beautiful surroundings, convenient location, friendly staff, our community gives residents reasons to brag. In order for us to brag about our community we need to trim, weed and power wash our homes. We will be starting our YARD OF THE QUARTER in March. I have been out inspecting homes in the community. I am looking at yard maintenance and the condi-
tion of the home, i.e.: paint, and power washing. The YARD OF THE QUARTER will be chosen in March and the winner will receive a $50.00 gift card from Home Depot. We all need to work together to make this community a safe place. Please obey our street signs, and the speed limit of 20 miles per hour within the community. Please be careful of pedestrians and animals
when traveling through the community. Safety is a number one priority. If you are paying your rent by check please put your lot number on the check. “Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible”. Dalai Lama Darlene D. Bradley – Tara Woods Community Manager
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was that someone gave a banner to the softball team letting all the other teams know who we are. All will be able to see it at the spaghetti dinner. These things may not seem like a lot to most people, but they are MAGIC to me. It’s there – you only have to look for it.
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fixed my outdoor water spigot that I accidentally broke off. There was water running everywhere until these two wonderful people helped me, 4) So many people sent me “Get Well” cards while I was in the hospital. Since I have come back from up North at least 25-50 people have told me how happy they are to see me doing so well, 5) One other Magical happening
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OUR KNITTING NEIGHBORS I thought you would like to know about the ladies who knit hats and sweaters to help others keep warm. In our church newsletter, it was reported that they had sent some hand-knitted hats to the Indian children in Montana. I mentioned this to my neighbor, Bette Davis, who I knew knitted hats. She said she had some to donate and came over with four very large bags full! Needless to say, our church was extremely appreciative that so many more will be helped. Bette has been knitting hats for many years and has given them to places in Tenn., Va., Mich.,
N.Y. and Ireland. Two others from Tara Woods, Carole Clark and Nete Godfrey, have knitted some hats to give through Bette, too. Also, Erika Futrell knits hats and sweaters and gives them to Bette to donate. I thought you’d like to know some of the good things being done here. Thank you, knitters! We would love to hear of other good things people in Tara Woods do. I know that we have caring people who do volunteering, etc. Like, Fred Hoar who volunteers four days a week at Southwest Regional and has for many years. Over the
years, Linda and Warren Engel, Henri and Royce La Liberty, and Kathy and Roger Rafferty have served Christmas dinner to underprivileged people in the Fort Myers area. Jack Boylan has free bikes to loan and will fix bikes for free. You just pay for the parts. Jack needs two or three 3-wheeled bicycles. Call him if you have one. What else do Tara Woods residents do? How about sharing it with us? Name withheld at author’s request
THE DAY OF CARING REPORT FOR 2016 Another successful year for the Day of Caring annual fund drive. The total donations received by the three communities were $13,924. By community, donations collected were: Pine Lakes $9,370, Tara Woods $2,304, and Lake Fairways $2,250, totaling $13,924. Each of the three charities received $4,600. For the Thanksgiv-
ing Day holiday $3,400 and for the Christmas Day holiday $1,200, totaling $4,600 each. I want to mention again the three charities involved: Fort Myers Rescue Mission, Hispanic Services of Catholic Charities, and Wake Up America. Thank you again, Tara Woods residents, for your generous contri-
butions as well as your continuous support over the past twenty-two years I have been involved with Day of Caring. It’s a great feeling to know that together we were able to make a little difference in the lives of many. John D’Amico and Irene D’Amico Day of Caring Committee
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SUNSHINE AND SYMPATHY Our condolences go out to the family and friends of George Sullivan, whose sister, Dolores (Dodie) died recently in Pittsburg. Dodie spent several winters with us in Tara Woods. Condolences also to the family of Judy Brda whose husband, Lee, died on December 30th. He’ll be missed by his family and many friends. Al Monack died on January 1st from injuries to his head suffered in a fall earlier this year. There was a Celebration of Life held at the Clubhouse on Thursday, January 12th. Bob Ross died on January 4th at the nursing home he was living in for Alzheimer’s care. His funeral Mass was held at St. Therese on January 11th. Our sympathy also for two former residents: Gary Feord who died on January 5th. He was a past president of the Tara Woods Homeowners Association. Edna Perry, who lived in Tara Woods for a number of years, died December 30th. Others who have suffered unfortunate events but are in various stages of recovery are: George Sullivan, recovering from heart surgery Frances Hunt who was ailing recently Jean Chick, being treated for cancer at Lehigh Acres Place Dee Hubbard is home recovering from double pneumonia.
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I want to thank all those who provided baked goods for the FMO meeting last month hosted by Tara Woods. I sincerely hope those of you who wanted your questions answered had them answered to your satisfaction. For quite a while the importance of membership in FMO has been stressed. While some of you felt it was someone else’s responsibility, let me take a moment to tell you why it is all OUR responsibility. Recently the State Legislature was looking at ways of increasing the states revenues. One way was to put a sales tax on your lot rent. This is the second time, in recent years FMO has been able to prevent the bill from
coming to the floor. The first time, several years, ago, the tax was going to be 6%, this time it was going to be 8%. Let’s look at the math. For argument sake, we will use $50.00 per month you would have to PAY TO THE STATE, on top of your lot rent. That amounts to $600.00 per year. What did you do with that money? New clothes, home improvements, down payment on a car or trip, savings? Looking at it another way, how would a $600.00 reduction in savings or checkbook impact your life style? For most of you I suspect the numbers would be higher. The number of FMO members over the years has been in decline.
We, you and me, need to reverse this trend because it’s possible the next time this comes up there will be no one to stop it. Membership in the FMO is $25.00 per year or 3 years for $65.00. If you join or renew and get two of your neighbors to join, who were not previously FMO members, then you receive a free year’s membership. Applications are available in the Clubhouse on the back bulletin board. Should you have questions or wish to discuss anything, please don’t hesitate to contact me. Thank you, Stuart Berman
THANK YOU TARA WOODS This year the wonderful people of Tara Woods donated $930 to our annual Christmas collection for the members of the North Fort Myers Fire Department and Paramedics. This enabled us to provide the three shifts with Pub-
lix Gift Cards to purchase their Christmas dinners. It was your kindness and generosity that made this possible and we sincerely appreciate it. I would also like to thank Frank Millette and Fred Puhlfuerst for
handling the collections while I was away. Thank you all, and may you have a Happy and Healthy New Year. Chuck Poveromo
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Phone # Changes: SURRETTE, Sylvia 2584 Tara Blvd., Lot #223 978-818-9454 MORIARTY, Jean 19583 Woodfield Circle, Lot #99 774-266-2005 * * The number in the directory will stay as Chris’ phone number only Address Changes:
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Misc. Changes: On page 3 under OFFICERS: “Treasurer” (Paul Montelaro) change to Eileen Robinson, phone 315-297-2793 “Director” (Celeste Perre) change to Joanie Byrnes, phone 715-497-7864 On page 3 under “By-Laws Committee” add Phil Featherbay, phone 845-866-7645 Under “Community Improvement” (Nancy Wuebbeler) change to Lou Dunning, phone 240-5847 Under “Blood Pressure Screening” (Mary Biglin & Lorraine Milligan) change to (Summer) Gwen Engel, phone 608-516-0137 & (Winter) Kathy Rafferty, phone 543-7556 On page 4 under “Ceramics” (Barb Stepniak) change to Bonnie Abend, phone 217-0707 Delete the Following Names: BRDA, Lee 19264 Potomac Circle, Lot #690 GIRARD, Joyce 2609 Macon Circle, Lot #229 LENHART, Barbara 2620 Macon Circle, Lot #247 MALONE, James & Susan 2842 Orlenes Street, Lot #365 MONACK, Al 19611 Woodfield Circle, Lot #104 ROSS, Bob 2605 Macon Circle, Lot #230 STEPNIAK, Dave & Barb 19587 Savannah Road, Lot #124 YODER, Dale & Lisa 19899 Kara Circle, Lot #491
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“A Nite at the Races” Coming to Tara Woods Friday, February 3rd Sponsored by the New York/New Jersey Club Admission: $2.00 Tickets available at Saturday Morning Coffee and Tuesday Night Bingo Starting Tuesday, January 3rd - and at the door. Doors open at 4:00 PM 1st Race at 5:00 PM Food available: Hot Dogs, Chips, Coffee and Cookies Bring Your Own Beverage Race Tickets: $1.00/Horse 10 Races Scheduled plus Daily Double Social Raffle All Tara Woods and Del Tura residents, friends and family are welcome! Contact: Janet Daly, 567-2285 janetdaly@yahoo.com
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We want to thank those who have given us contributions so far towards the expenses of postage and items for the boxes. We appreciate your help. We will still need more funds for those expenses and you can give them to Beth Ferris. WE HOPE YOU ARE WORKING ON GETTING THE ADDRESSES OF THE PEOPLE THAT YOU WOULD LIKE A BOX SENT TO. To explain our project more for those not familiar with it, the Inspirations group has been sending boxes to our troops every year since 2006. We include cookies, and many treat such as, beef jerky, Granola bars, gum, trail mix, nuts, candy, snacks, oatmeal packs, paper, pens, just to name a few items. The community gives us the names and addresses of the service man or woman they know, so we can send them a box. We have received many thank yous and photos from the troops telling us how much it has meant to them, and many of them share it with others in their unit. Please give us the names and addresses soon, or no later than March 11th. The Inspirations ladies will be baking the cookies and we will purchase the other items and will pack the boxes after a coffee meeting later in March. Again, please give names, addresses and contributions to Beth Ferris 543-6295. Thank you.
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“MAGIC” SOFTBALL UPDATE the national anthems for both the United States and Canada were sung by our own George Daly. A prayer was delivered and announcements were made, trophies awarded to last year’s league champions, and then it was time to play ball. One thing is for certain: we have the best and most enthusiastic following in the league. The turnout for the first game on Wednesday, January 4th was reportedly 64 fans, far more than
any other team, and on behalf of the “Magic” I want to thank you for your continued support. Even on a chilly night (Monday, January 9th the turnout was remarkable. I also want to thank all those who participated in producing our spaghetti dinner on Thursday, January 19th, and of course all who attended. We hope you all enjoyed the evening.
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CHRISTMAS MEMORIES Some photos from a joyous trip to the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Naples to see Santa and their Gingerbread House, Sunday December 21st. Ann Kabbas
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NEW ENGLAND CLUB T h e N e w England Club’s n e x t event is F r i d a y, March 3. This party will feature a New England Cod Fish Fry, prepared by our Chef, Stew. We are asking anyone with last names A-L to bring a side dish or salad, and when you sign up please write down what you are mak-
ing so we don’t get too much of a good thing. Last names M-Z please bring a delicious dessert, and please list any allergens on a label, such as nuts, etc. We will also play some fun games. Please Bring Your Own Beverage and Raffle tickets will be for sale. Sign-up for this party will start on Friday, February 3rd and, as always, sign-ups are mandatory. Unfortunately, the New England Club Bon Voyage party will NOT be a Yankee-Red Sox party
this year, due to the MLB schedule. However, we will be having a Bon Voyage party at the Clubhouse on Saturday, April 15th. This party is still being planned by your officers, so details will be announced at the Friday, March 3rd party. A HUGE Thank You to the many of you who helped undecorate the New England Club tree. Judy Machnicz
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The New Image Chorus’ Performance “An American Celebration” Saturday, March 25th 7:00 PM Tickets available at Bingo and Saturday Morning Coffee.
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of the Tara Woods Clubhouse. Such energy and commitment and enjoyment from so many voices! What a fine way to participate in life singing to the heavens! The New Image Chorus this year is quite patriotic. We all need to feel proud of our Red, White and Blue. What is your favorite Americana tune? Don’t you feel happy, strong and proud with every Hallelujah? Does your back become a little straighter, your eyes become misty, your chest a
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What’s Smarter - Paying Off Debts or Investing? If you’re just starting out in your career, you will need to be prepared to face some financial challenges along the way – but here’s one that’s not unpleasant: choosing what to do with some extra disposable income. When this happens, what should you do with the money? Your decisions could make a real difference in your ability to achieve your important financial goals. Under what circumstances might you receive some “found” money? You could get a year-end bonus from your employer, or a sizable tax refund, or even an inheritance. However the money comes to you, don’t let it “slip through your fingers.” Instead, consider these two moves: investing the money or using it to pay off debts. Which of these choices should you pick? There’s no one “right” answer, as everyone’s situation is different. But here are a few general considerations: •
Distinguish between “good” and “bad” debt. Not all types of debt are created equal. Your mortgage, for example, is probably a “good” form of debt. You’re using the loan for a valid purpose – i.e., living in your house – and you likely get a hefty tax deduction for the interest you pay. On the other hand, nondeductible consumer debt that carries a high interest rate might be considered “bad” debt – and this is the debt you might want to reduce or eliminate when you receive some extra money. By doing so, you can free up money to save and invest for retirement or other goals.
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Compare making extra mortgage payments vs. investing. Many of us get some psychological benefits by making extra house payments. Yet, when you do have some extra money, putting it toward your house may not be the best move. For one thing, as mentioned above, your mortgage can be considered a “good” type of debt, so you may not need to rush to pay it off. And from an investment standpoint, your home is somewhat “illiquid” – it’s not always easy to get money out of it. If you put your extra money into traditional investments, such as stocks and bonds, you may increase your growth potential, and you may gain an income stream through interest payments and dividends.
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Consider tax advantages of investing. Apart from your mortgage, your other debts likely won’t provide you with any tax benefits. But you can get tax advantages by putting money into certain types of investment vehicles, such as a traditional or Roth IRA. When you invest in a traditional IRA, your contributions may be deductible, depending on your income, and your money grows on a tax-deferred basis. (Keep in mind that taxes will be due upon withdrawals, and any withdrawals you make before you reach 59½ may be subject to a 10% IRS penalty.) Roth IRA contributions are not deductible, but your earnings are distributed tax-free, provided you don’t take withdrawals until you reach 59½ and you’ve had your account at least five years. Clearly, you’ve got some things to ponder when choosing whether to use “extra” money to pay off debts or invest. Of course, it’s not always an “either-or” situation; you may be able to tackle some debts and still invest for the future. In any case, use this money wisely – you weren’t necessarily counting on it, but you can make it count for you.
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ENTERTAINMENT AROUND TARA WOODS BINGO at TARA WOODS
Be one of the winners at our Tuesday night BINGO.
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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.
BOCCE Tuesdays at 10:00 AM
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No need to sign up Don’t need a partner New teams chosen every week ~ Easy to learn Questions: call Frank Millette 543-2954
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 543-6295 or Rita Sick at 731-1106 first if you are interested in playing with this friendly group. We’d like to have you join us. Beth Ferris
Ladies and Gentlemen, come join us on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month 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 731-1614
HORSESHOES Every Friday at 1:00 PM At the Horseshoe Pits. Come join us for fun and laughs. Questions: contact Eddie and Pat Sparany, 652-3869.
AGGRAVATION Meets in the Clubhouse Card Room at 7:00 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 12:00-3:00 PM. The Happy Ladies of Mah Jongg. Any questions, please contact: Jane DeGuire, 567-0656, or Ruth Zimmer,731-8594.
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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, 7311614, if you’d like to join us – she’ll fill you in on the details or answer any questions you may have.
EUCHRE CLUB Meets on Wednesday Nights In the Clubhouse Card Room at 7:00 PM. $.50 to buy in, but offers some “big” prize money!
SUNDAY NIGHT MEN’S POKER Texas Hold’em Style Tournament 7:00 PM in the Craft House If interested contact Bill Black, 636-978-7815
LINE DANCING Tuesdays at 10:30 AM In the Clubhouse Join us for lots of fun and great exercise Barb Goodhue
Book Discussion Club Thursday, February 2nd at 1:30 PM 2760 Steamboat Loop Join us to talk about the books we have been enjoying and maybe borrow one you would like to read. Newcomers welcome. Questions: Call Marilyn Workman, 543-1168
HAND and FOOT CARD CLUB Come join the group for a fun-filled afternoon of cards! We meet on Fridays at 1:00 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 George Stelling, 731-6709, or Marty Hradkowsky, 609-709-7717.
MOVIE NITE Saturday, February 11th 7:00 PM Presenting: Max Starring: Josh Wiggins, Lauren Graham Rated: PG - 13, Family Movie Free Popcorn Drinks, 50 cents Lloyd and Carolyn Kelsey
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BIRTHDAYS IN FEBRUARY:
Jim Hickson, Jesse Lane, Carol Shields, Garry Slone Pat Oliver, Dean Schaftlein Joe Colacino, Wendy Nichols, Liz Wilson Dorothy Andrus, Arnie Gaudet, Marie Peidlow Joanne Byrne Manny DiGrazia Doug Objartel Dave Gamble, Carol Malatesta Peggy Gasmire, Dale Humphrey Bill Taylor Janice Johnston, Clif McLaughlin, “Chickie” Nataro Tony Grossner, Joyce Pansegrau, Alan Roncek, Peg Ryan, Edel Seamans Lois Heideman Rick Belcher, Ray Lavoie,
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Ed Sparany, John Van Sleet Doreen Choquette, Chris Conley Marilyn Brion, Fred Hoar – 93 Yrs., Nancy Latimer Jim Choquette, Phil Kenter, Louise Phillips, Howard Silverman Bob Benjamin, Fran Hunt, Henrietta La Liberty Mary Kenter, Tony Perre, Jean Sharp, Don Terkelsen John D’Amico, Cindie Erickson, Nancy Mason Joyce Campbell, Fred Day Bill Hampton, Ann Pasquale Mary Burke, Jim Howard Robert Holmes Milty Katz, Bob Snyder, June Weaver Jon Porter Gina Jacobs, Carole Neveu
ANNIVERSARIES IN FEBRUARY:
Audrey & Jerry Coon Louise & Pat Patterson 50 Yrs., Ruthie & Timmy Zimmer 67 Yrs. Gail & David Salamino Carleme & Ed Blanton, Linda & Al Dion, Connie Lessard & Andy Hardy, Linda & Bob Prenoveau Mary & Ken Donald Marie & Mike Peidlow Judy & Richard Binkowski Lou & Joe Crowley,
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Gigi & Glen Fisher, Brenda & Mike Girty, Diane Ladlie & Richard Jones, Donna & Tom Mallinson, Sue & Bill Sobkowicz Angie & Alan Roncek Peggy & Dave Boncher Brenda & Dave Redgers Ann & Sal Furia Phyl & Bob Apple, Belle & Stuart Berman 50 Yrs. Edel & Jim Seamans
Contact Shirley Ringleben, 731-2748, before February 10th for Special Recognition of Anniversaries, 50, 55 or 60+ in March 2017!
TENNIS ASSOCIATION MEETING There was no Tennis Association Meeting in December, so there is nothing to report for this issue of the Columns. Our second meeting of the season was held on Sunday, January 22nd. Items discussed at that meeting will be published in the March issue. Our next Tennis Association Meeting is Sunday, February 26th at 5:00 PM. ROUND ROBIN Our second Round Robin of the season was held on Sunday, January 22nd. We will report on that in the March issue of the Columns. We hope to have a good turnout for our next Round Robin, which is scheduled for Sunday, February 26th. Be sure to sign up to come out and play some fun tennis that day. The more people who sign up, the better pairings we can put together. The February 26th dinner will be hosted by Val Roderick, and the courtside refreshments will be provided by Fred Puhlfuerst and Janice Johnston. – Linda Engel TENNIS DVD’s You may not be aware of this, but your Tennis Association has DVD’s available for anyone interested in improving their tennis game. If you would like to check out any of these DVD’s, contact George Daly. The topics are listed below: #1 Consistent Tennis Wins – The Original #2 Strategy for Singles and Doubles #3 The Serve #4 The Backhand #5 Grooving Consistent Strokes #6 Return of Serve #7 Get to the Net and Win #8 Specialty Shots APPRECIATION DAY Appreciation Day this year is on Saturday, February 25th. I am
very happy to report that Mike and Linda Renzulli have agreed to take over the “Hole in the Board” game from Warren & Linda Engel, who have been overseeing this game for the past five years. A big “Thank You” is extended to Mike and Linda for taking charge of this game. George and Janet Daly have confirmed to me that they will again chair the “Bowling” tennis game, and George and Janice Johnston have also agreed to again chair the “Hit the Chairs” game. Another possibility for a tennis game which would be played on Court 4 is to hit a tennis ball into a container similar to our blue recycling bins. (Putting a thick towel in the bottom of the container would help keep the balls from bouncing out.) Please consider volunteering to run a game like this. If anyone has any other ideas for another tennis game, please let us know. Wouldn’t it be great to have a game on all four tennis courts! We need workers to help run these tennis games, so if you’re asked to help out, please say “Yes”. – Linda Engel TENNIS LEAGUES WOMEN’S LEAGUE We didn’t have any scores to report before the deadline for this issue of the Columns, as our first competitive match of the New Year was not until Thursday, January 12th against the Six Lakes Seagulls. We were then scheduled to play the other Six Lakes team, the Pelicans, on January 19th. Both were away games. Eventually we were able to play on our own home courts as we hosted Sabal Springs on January 26th. We had another away game scheduled against Herons Glen on February 2nd. That game marked the end of the first half of our tennis schedule. We hope to give you good results from those matches in the March issue of the
Columns. – Linda Engel MEN’S LEAGUE Red League The Tara Woods Stallions battled like Warrior Poets against the Pine Lakes team but fell short, losing 2-4 in their efforts on Wednesday, January 11th. We have had some great pairings and matches as of late, and will continue to bring our best to play and a better outcome. We are missing John Goers who is in recovery of health, and our juggernaut in Glen Fisher who is battling a torn meniscus in his right knee. We wish them Godspeed and quick return to good health. – Dakota Windancer White League As of press time, the White Team had a win-loss record of 1818 which equates to a 50% win. That puts us about in the middle of the pack of 10 community teams. Our goal is to go in a positive direction and at the same time to enjoy the friendship and fun of the game – be positive!! Hope to see you at our Tuesday afternoon (1:00 PM) games that are posted on the Tennis Bulletin Board at the courts. – Royce La Liberty Blue League We are now about one-third of the way thru the season and our best guess (without seeing the most recent results) is that we are most likely tied for last place. It’s not that we are not trying hard, or that our cheering section has let us down, or that the days were too hot – pure and simple, the competition was just a little better than the Tigers. We should have a full roster sometime during January, at which time things may turn around for us. In addition, the beer is still cold, the jokes are still corny, and we have a lot of fun. – Bill Powers Submitted by Linda Engel
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thing you want. Last month we looked at Microsoft Picture It photo editing software and started a multi-part lesson on Working With Photos. In our Computer Basics sessions we finished going over the desktop fundamentals and many of the topics common to almost any program, as well as the roles and differences of programs and files. This month we will continue with Photos, from selecting a digital camera to organizing and editing your pictures, and how to print, use, and share the finished result. We plan to start a mini-course on Microsoft Office, concentrating on Word, the word processor, and Excel, the spreadsheet. In Basics, we will learn how to organize your files and folders on your computer, and look at the Paint and Wordpad programs that are included free with every version of Windows.
It’s never too late to join our group, even if you’re a total novice. We spend as much time as we need to on each topic, and the next topic to be covered is posted on the bulletin board in the Clubhouse. Feel free to attend only those classes that appeal to you. Bring something to take notes with and your laptop computer if you want to follow along on it. I will answer any question you care to ask me. I also give private lessons and set up or repair computers in your home. I’ve been designing, programming, repairing, teaching, and working with computers since 1968, and can help you with all of your computer needs. Please call me with any questions or comments at 652-0488. I’m looking forward to seeing you. Dave St.Laurent, The Computer Tutor
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SEWING for CHARITY THE GARDEN CLUB Sewing for Charity meets on Tuesday mornings from 10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon in the Craft Room. Our next project is lap blankets to be donated to a cancer treatment center or to a convalescent home. We are looking for volunteers to help sew (machines are available in the craft room), press fabric or to help cut fabric. We are in need of several people. If interested or for more informa-
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The Garden Club meeting is Saturday, February 11th, immediately after pancake breakfast. This is the only meeting before the Trash and Treasure, and we will be planning our luncheon, in April, which is open ONLY to Garden Club Members A reminder to the new members who signed up during the Opportunity Fair and anyone who wants to join. Please come to this meeting. To all, we will be collecting dues at this meeting. Dues are $5.00 please, in an envelope with your name and contact number. I want to remind everyone that the donations to the Trash and Treasure make it possible for the Fashion Show to be a Free Event. So, please, if you have items that are clean and useable that you are giving away, hold onto them until Friday, March 3rd. To all our wonderful volunteers, please put this date on your calendar. At 9:00 AM we will need to move tables and set up for the sale. Also, the next day, Saturday after 1:00 PM we need to put tables back in place. This year’s Trash and Treasure is Saturday, March 4th. I also want to mention that some of
our monies are used to care for the butterfly garden near the gazebo, and we make donations to CROW and ECHO. If you don’t know about these organizations, please take the time to look them up on the internet. The Garden Club is still looking for one or two people with the time and energy to help keep up the butterfly garden. New ideas are always welcome. Rachelle DellaRocca My new contact number: 322-6386 What to Do Lawns: Fertilize lawns this month. Choose one (not a weed and feed) with no or very little phosphorus unless a soil test indicates the need for it. A fertilizer with controlled- release nitrogen will give longer lasting results. See: Your Florida Lawn Bahia grass for Florida Lawns Bermuda grass for Florida Lawns Centipede grass for Florida Lawns St. Augustine grass for Florida Lawns Zoysia grass for Florida Lawns Prune Roses: Roses should be pruned this month to reduce and improve the overall form. After pruning, fertilize and apply a fresh layer of mulch. Blooming will begin eight to nine weeks after pruning. See: Grow-
ing Roses in Florida Fertilize Shrubs and Palms: Spread fertilizer evenly over the soil surface and water in. Follow with a fresh layer of mulch to conserve moisture and reduce weeds. Hold off pruning colddamaged branches until new growth starts. See: Fertilization and Irrigation Needs for Florida Lawns and Landscapes Lawn Weeds: Apply a pre-emergent weed killer (not a weed and feed) to lawns this month to prevent germination of warm season weed seeds. Apply when temperatures rise to 65°F for 4-5 days. Timing is important for good control. See: Weed Management in Home Lawns Spray: When avocados and mango have lost 2/3 of blossoms, spray copper fungicide to control anthracnose. See: Diseases of Avocado in Florida. Some Common Diseases of Mango in Florida Fruits: If not done in January, fertilize fruit trees including citrus now. See: Citrus Culture in the Home Landscape Tropical and Subtropical Fruit Crops for the Home Landscape: Alternatives to Citrus
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What to plant Bedding Plants: Good performers in South Florida’s mild winter include impatiens, verbena, dianthus, strawflower, and lobelia. See: Gardening with Annuals in Florida Bulbs: Many bulbs can be planted now. Divide large crowded clumps. Provide adequate water to establish. Some to try are Amazon lily, crinum,
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and agapanthus. See: Bulbs for Florida Ground Covers: Consider replacing areas of grass with drought tolerant, low maintenance ground covers. See: Florida-Friendly LandscapingTM Guide to Plant Selection and Landscape Design Vegetables: Begin planting warm season crops this month. Sweet potato, cantaloupe, eggplant and squash
can be started while temperatures are cool. See: Florida Vegetable Gardening Guide Excerpts from the University of Florida Gardening Calendar for South Florida Complete information can be found on line: http://solutionsforyourlife.ufl. edu/lawn_and_garden/calendar/
ENTERTAINING NEWS 25th Anniversary So, Ladies and Gentlemen…..most people have wondered “What do our Nuns do behind the walls of the Sisters of Perpetual Sewing convent?” If you attend either of our performances of “Drinking Habits” it will be made perfectly clear to you. There might be some surprises to you and to Mother Superior when we all discover what Sister Augusta and Sister Philomena are up to. And why are there reporters in the convent, looking into who is sewing what? Make sure you get your tickets to the show: Tickets go on sale from Saturday, February 11th until the show closes on Saturday, March 11th. Available at Saturday Coffee and before Tuesday
Bingo – also at the door of each performance. l Ticket price is $7.00. l Friday, March 10th and Saturday, March 11th. l Doors open at 6:30 PM. l Theater seating available; ask an usher for assistance if needed. Front row for those who want to be closer to the stage. NO FOOD/DRINK ALLOWED INTO CLUBHOUSE. Thank you in advance for your cooperation in this matter. Our actors have put great effort in this production and we all hope that you come out and support us, but also that you enjoy the production, as you
have for 25 years. Entertainers’ first show was in 1992 and here we are celebrating our 25th Anniversary. Thanks to all who made this possible. A note to anyone interested, the next Entertainers Business meeting is scheduled for 9:00 AM on Saturday, February 18th. From now on Entertainers meetings will be starting at 9:00 AM. Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they just have the heart.
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ON THE AGENDA FOR FEBRUARY Feb 1-3/4 THE SAVANNAH SIPPING SOCIETY – Off Broadway Palm Feb 1-3/12 SHEAR MADNESS – Florida Rep 2 GROUNDHOG DAY 2 THE ASSOCIATION, Gary Lewis & THE PLAYBOYS, Lou Christie – BBM – 7:30 pm 7-12 CHICAGO – THE MUSICAL – Barbara B Mann Till 2/11 The Other – PHANTOM – Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre 11 FINAL CRUISE MEETING – Clubhouse – 9:30 am – after pancake breakfast 13 JOE BONAMASSA – Barbara B Mann – 8 pm 14 HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY – A HUG – The perfect Valentine’s Day gift! Relieves tension No batteries required Improves blood flow Absolutely no cost Reduces stress Non-taxable Non-polluting Silent performance Helps self-esteem Extremely personal Generates good will Fully refundable RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 1 TO 100 AND UP GIVE/GET ONE TODAY! Feb 16-4/1 17 17-3/8 19 19-3/1 20 22 23 24 25 26 26/27 28
ANYTHING GOES – Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre JOE BONAMASSA – Barbara B Mann – 8 pm TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD – Florida Rep GOTTA DANCE – Gulf Coast Symphony Orchestra – BBM – 7 pm CARIBBEAN CRUISE – Holland-America – KONINGSDAM PRESIDENT’S DAY CELEBRATED MASTERS of ILLUSION – Barbara B Mann – 7:30 pm KANSAS – THE BAND – Barbara B Mann – 8 pm TONY BENNETT – Barbara B Mann – 8 pm TERRY FATOR – Barbara B Mann – 8 pm JACKIE EVANCHO – Barbara B Mann – 7 pm CHANGES in LATITUDE – Jimmy Buffet Concert Experience – Bway Palm MARDI GRAS
COMING UP IN MARCH Mar 1 ASH WEDNESDAY 1-4/1 ANYTHING GOES – Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre 4 LISA VROMAN – A GERSHWIN EXPERIENCE – SW FL Symphony – BBM – 8 pm 7 CELTIC WOMAN – Barbara B Mann – 7 pm 9-4/29 THINGS MY MOTHER TAUGHT ME – Off Broadway Palm 10/11 SOUTH PACIFIC – Gulf Coast Symphony Orchestra – BBM – 8 pm/7 pm Mar 12 DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME STARTS 12/13 DWIGHT ICENHOWER’S TRIBUTE to the KING – Broadway Palm Concert Series 14-19 DISNEY’S – THE LITTLE MERMAID – Barbara B Mann 15 2018 CRUISE PRESENTATION – Clubhouse – 7 pm – ALL ARE INVITED SEE FLYER INSERT FOR DETAILS 17 HAPPY ST. PATRICKS DAY 20 FIRST DAY OF SPRING 20 DEC ’63 – MUSIC of FRANKIE VALLI & the FOUR SEASONS – Broadway Palm 21 CAROL BURNETT – Barbara B Mann – 7:30 pm 23 GET THE LED OUT – TRIBUTE BAND – Barbara B Mann – 7:30 pm 24-4/12 THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE – Florida Rep 25 MASTERWORKS IV – NIGHT AT THE OPERA – SW FL SYMPHONY – BBM – 8 pm 26/27 ABBAFAB: ULTIMATE TRIBUTE to ABBA! Broadway Palm Concert Series 29-4/2 JERSEY BOYS – Barbara B Mann REMINDER – Reserve any GOING PLACES activity by signing up in the blue book in the library. It doesn’t cost you anything to sign – till I call you. Call Dolores, 239-731-5119, if you have any questions and to get the CORRECT answers. All GOING PLACES activities is open to family and friends, near and far, of TARA WOODS’ residents.