Tara Woods - January 2015

THE COLUMNS Vol. 26 No. 1

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Garden Club Fashion Show

Above, Rachelle Dellarocca, President of the Garden Club and hostess for the Garden Club Fashion Show.

A great time was had by all at the Fashion Show.

The models were TERRIFIC! The Garden Club “Thanks” the ladies who gave us such a good show.

The wigs and make-up added to make the event wonderful.

Rachelle Dellarocca “Thanks” everyone who helped with the event.

As you all know it would not be possible without the people who VOLUNTEER. Again, “Thanks” to ALL who made this year’s Fashion Show possible.

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TWHA FINAL REMINDER FOR 2014

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The annual meeting and election of officers will be held on Monday, January 12, 2015.

Those attending the meeting, and who have paid their 2014 dues, are eligible to vote. They will be given a ballot. We request that you do not mark your ballots immediately. The candidates for the position of Director will be asked to introduce themselves to give the membership the opportunity to meet them in person.

If you will not be attending this meeting, fill in, sign, and return the proxy that was included in the annual letter.

If you have not paid your dues for 2014, please do so before the annual meeting. Dues are $15.00 per household. Checks to TWHA (Tara Woods Homeowners Association); cash is also accepted.

As of this article, we still do not have an applicant for the position

of Recording Secretary. Please think it over and help out your Homeowners Association. Contact me or Diane Burns if interested.

I have been asked several times about new homeowners and dues.

Quite a number of years ago the Tara Woods management was paying the first year of homeowner’s dues. After several years, it was decided that they would no longer have that program. Then, the TWHA decided that they would give complimentary membership to new homeowners. About 2 years ago the Board decided that this was a financial burden to the Association. Now, new homeowners are strongly encouraged to join the TWHA. If there are any questions on the above, please contact me.

Celeste Perre, 731-7146

TARA WOODS SALES STAFF The Sales Staff at Tara Woods hope that everyone had a wonderful Holiday Season and wish you all a Happy New Year!! It has been very exciting in the sales office with 2014 a record breaking year. 2015 is showing signs of being even better. I am sure you have noticed the beautiful new homes we have in Tara Woods that are a wonderful addition to our community.

We would like to take this opportunity to announce that as of January 1, 2015, we will have a new full time listing and sales agent, Susan Manning-Beckner. Many of you already know Susan, she has worked for Hometown America for the last seven years. Those of you interested in listing your home or have any questions, please feel free to give her a call at the sales office.

The Tara Woods Sales Staff

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH Your NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH is working for you.

A primary reason for the watch is the protection of our residents. Check on your neighbors who may be housebound or ill. If you haven’t seen them for a while, check on them.

THIS MONTH’S TIPS: • Observe the 20 MPH Speed Limit.

• Contact the Front Gate if you have visitors or other companies coming into the park.

Hope your New Year is everything you wish.

Robert Glandorf, Neighborhood Watch

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From the President It’s been one year since the debut of the newspaper format of The Columns. It’s been a year of learning and transition, but we’ve come a long way since last January. The biggest change was acquiring a new editor after Donna Phillips got us off to a great start, and then retired.

Barbara Roland has done a terrific job of filling her shoes and maintaining the integrity of the paper, while balancing the demands of the publisher with her contributors’ wishes. We look forward to an even smoother year ahead.

Thank you to Linda McKay for extending her tenure as Activities Director through December. The Board is conscientiously looking for an Activities Director for the coming year. If you would be willing to serve on the Activities Committee, please let me or Frank Millette know.

I’ve already heard from a couple of people, but more hands make light work.

January brings lots of opportunities for participation in community activities here in Tara Woods. Sound and Lighting is of-

fering a great show of music and comedy on January 10th. Tickets for this event were selling fast in December. I hope there are some seats left for the January- March snowbirds. The annual Caribbean cruise is booked and ready to sail and the Yard Sale, hosted

by Shuffleboard, is on Saturday, January 31th. The Clubs are also meeting and tennis is holding a round-robin on Sunday, January 25th. The community phone directory will provide you with the names of the people in charge for these events. Don’t miss out on all the “Happening’s” in January.

The Annual Meeting of the Association on January 12th should prove to be an interesting one, with a race for the open Board Member position bringing two candidates to the fore. I hope the members in good standing of the Association will take their voting responsibilities seriously and attend this meeting, or use your proxy, to vote. As a homeowner in Tara Woods, you are considered to be a member of the Homeowner’s Association. To maintain the privileges that come with your membership, please pay

2014 DAY OF CARING Thank you Tara Woods residents for this year’s contributions and your continuous support to the Day of Caring Annual Fund Drive. As of December 2nd, the total contributions received from our residents AMOUNTED TO $2,836. Contributions received through November 15th by the four communities involved were delivered to the following charities: THE FORT MYERS SOUP KITCHEN (Communities COOPERATIVE), HISPANIC SERVICES OF CATHOLIC CHARITIES, FORT MYERS RESCUE MISSION, AND THE SALVATION ARMY. EACH RECEIVED $3,500. Thanks to you, our donations made it possible for many needy people to have a decent Thanksgiving Day

meal.

Donations that will be received in December will again be divided equally and delivered to the above-mentioned charities for feeding needy families during the Christmas holiday.

Besides Tara Woods, the other communities involved in the Day of Caring fund drive were: Heritage Village, Lake Fairways, and Pine Lakes.

Again, “THANK YOU ALL” for a job well done. We wish you and your family a happy and healthy holiday season.

Your Day of Caring Committee: John and Irene D’Amico

your dues of $15.00/year/household. Celeste has requested that you pay your membership dues before the January 12th meeting, but dues will be taken that night if you want to vote. She is making it very clear that dues paid for 2014 only entitle you to vote at that meeting. You have no further vote on issues that may arise during the year if you do not pay your dues for 2015. Contact Celeste if you are not clear on this issue.

Good luck to those who have made New Year’s resolutions. I gave up a long time ago, but it does make you stop and think what might make you a better person in the coming year.

Here’s a suggestion as sung by Glen Campbell in his song, “Less of Me” in 1968: Let me be a little kinder, Let me be a little blinder, to the faults of those about me, Let me praise a little more. Let me be when I am weary, just a little bit more cheery; think a little more of others and a little less of me. Happy New Year!

Janet Daly

SHUFFLE BOARD YARD SALE Yard sale will be held on Saturday, January 31st.

Tables are $10.00 each and will be available at 6:00 AM on the day of sale.

Sale will run from 7:00 AM until 12:00 PM To reserve a table(s) contact: Ken Atkinson, 815-970-0467, or Ken Clark, 609-432-1383.

COLUMNS STAFF EDITOR: Barbara J. Roland (Barbara_Roland@comcast.net) ASSISTANTS: Linda Engel, Mary Ellen Gold, Audrey Perry, and Marcia Poveromo PHOTOGRAPHY Ann Kabbas & Pat Sparany CALENDAR: Polly Brown CIRCULATION: Gail Sanfilippo, Manager Coordinators: Agatha Breen, Lee Brda, Jane & Bill Crawford, Troy Duda, Lloyd & Carolyn Kelsey, Ralph Latimer, Diane & Bob Nunn, Dolores Paeth, Kathy & Roger Rafferty, Ed Simko, George Stelling, Gerald & Julia Wehrung.

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

Bill Nothnagel, Tara Woods Homeowners Association Liaison

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Congratulations to all Tara Woods, the Federation of Manufactured Home Owners (FMO) members, we have been honored with the PRESIDENT’S CLUB CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT for last year.

It was a pleasure to receive this plaque award on your behalf at the November 2014 FMO District meeting. To become a member of the President’s Club, the community achieved 37% membership. We are one of 7 parks out of 200 in District 7 to get this award this year.

FMO is the only non-profit consumer advocacy organization dedicated to protecting the rights of over 1.2 million man-

ufactured homeowners in the state of Florida. Many of our resources target Florida legislators, making them aware of the problems that face homeowners and persuading them to affect positive legislation that will protect our members. An example of being recognized by our politicians is the guest speaker at our November 2014 District 7 meeting was Florida Representative Ken Roberson.

Because of your support, Tara Woods is becoming recognized by outsiders. I recently received a call from a nearby park representative asking if we would meet with them in January to help shore up their FMO efforts.

TARA WOODS “MAGIC” SOFTBALL TEAM

light, Turn Right onto Airport Road. Left onto Florida Street. 1st Left onto Carmalita Street. Left into Ball Park.

Tony Perre, Manager, 7317146

Our first game of the 2015 softball season will be on Monday, January 5, 2015.

Opening Ceremony will be at 4:45 PM at the Carmalita Rd. field in Punta Gorda. First game will follow the Opening Ceremony. Opening Ceremony will begin with our own George Daly singing the National Anthem.

For directions please set your GPS to the following address 2605 Carmalita Rd., Punta Gorda, FL. For road (turn-by-turn) directions see below.

Game will start at 5:30 PM. Tara Woods has the largest fan support in the league. All are invited to join our fans and the fun. After the game, join many of the players and guests at Beef O’Brady’s near the field.

Road Directions (turn-byturn): Go North on 41. Right onto Taylor Road. At the 2nd stop

(For more Sports, Cards, and Crafts please see pages 8, 9, & 20. Thank you!)

Orientation for new homeowners/residents will be held on Saturday, January 24th at 11:00 AM in the Clubhouse Living Room.

All newcomers (homeowners and renters) are welcome and encouraged to attend. The 1 hour to 1½ hour meeting is loaded with important information about the community and surrounding area. A large packet of information will be handed out that contains the Homeowners Association Guidelines and lots of other interesting material.

Please call Donna Phillips, 731-5802, or Bev Bayer, 731-7734, if you have any questions.

If you are not yet an FMO member, please join now. Applications are always available in the Clubhouse (FMO bulletin board), and on-line at twha.us.

Next month (February13, 2015, 1:00 PM) we will be hosting the District 7 meeting here at Tara Woods. Let’s have a large attendance from this park.

Cookies and refreshments will be served at intermission. Please sign up to donate cookies on the FMO bulletin board.

Questions/comments: Bud Snell, 567-2712, safetybud@aol.com.

SUNSHINE AND SYMPATHY Condolences to the friends and family of John Discepolo, to his wife Maggie who not only lost her husband, but also her brother-in-law and her sister all within a very short span of time; to Sharon Boehlke on the death of her mother, and to Norma Jones on the death of her sister.

A speedy recovery is wished for Mike Grigas and others in the community who are struggling with health issues.

Sunshine wishes the entire community a New Year filled with good health – and a year free of doctors, labs, x-rays, MRI’s and all that other awful stuff.

Stay well!

Nancy Wuebbeler, 288-5778

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CORRECTIONS TO THE NEW TARA WOODS DIRECTORY JANUARY 2015

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Additions: BRINKMAN, Sueann 19620 Savannah Road, Lot #133 585-409-9014 NY CARROLL, Don (Charles) 19487 Charleston Circle, Lot #1 941-662-8657 FL CARROLL, Lettie 19487 Charleston Circle, Lot #1 941-662-9176 FL DUDA, Dan 19621 Woodfield Circle, Lot #106 763-439-1070 MN DUDA, Marie 19621 Woodfield Circle, Lot #106 763-670-1070 MN FONNER, Chris 2856 Steamboat Loop, Lot #284 315-404-4977 NY FONNER, Larry 2856 Steamboat Loop, Lot #284 315-404-4978 NY MOBERG, Diane 2849 Darwin Street, Lot #523 839-6022 IL MORINI, Sally (Sara) 19703 Pandora Circle, Lot #424 217-0356 PA PARKER, Mike 19252 Potomac Circle, Lot #693 815-985-2600 IL PARKER, Nancy 19252 Potomac Circle, Lot #693 815-985-2500 IL SORENSON, Jim 19280 Potomac Circle, Lot #686 973-271-2637 NJ SPRINGSTEEN, Doug & Marie 19300 Potomac Circle, Lot #681 887-9264 CT TRIMARCO, Joe & Carmie 19743 Pandora Circle, Lot #434 292-5019 NY WILSON, Liz 19280 Potomac Circle, Lot #686 610-442-3575 PA YURKOVICH, Jean 19703 Pandora Circle, Lot #424 217-0356 PA Phone # Changes: BROOKS, Brad & Peg 2863 Orlenes Street, Lot #359 691-3017 HEIDEMAN, Tom & Lois 19500 Charleston Circle, Lot #38 651-631-9310 JONES, Lily A. 2838 Darwin Street, Lot #508 313-409-5615 VANSICKLE, Joe & Sue 19567 Cotton Bay, Lot #54 567-2816 None Address Changes: Misc. Changes: On page 4 under “Bridge” change to Beth Ferris, phone # 543-6295 Delete the Following Names: BUNDE, Denise 19280 Potomac Circle, Lot #686 Sold DICEPOLO, John 19738 Pandora Circle, Lot #440 Deceased HADFIELD, Ken & Sherry 2824 Steamboat Loop, Lot #276 Sold KRAUSE, Christa 2837 Orlenes Street, Lot #353 Sold MORRIS, Alex 19280 Potomac Circle, Lot #686 Moved PHILLIPS, Alan 19244 Potomac Circle, Lot #695 Deceased TOSCANO, Rose 19743 Pandora Circle, Lot #434 Sold ***

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If you need to make any changes, additions or corrections to your listing, please call Polly Brown, 731-1614, to be included in the next monthly update and next year's directory.

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MIDWEST CLUB NEWS SUNDAY: JANUARY 11, 2015 - 4:00 PM

MIDWEST MEETINGS FOR THE 2015 SEASON. January 11, 2015

4:00 PM

February 8, 2015

4:00 PM

March 6, 2015

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April 12, 2015 4:00 PM You can celebrate REMINDER: FEBRUARY IS ELECTION MONTH AND ALL POSITION Christmas in July, half way to St. Pat- OPEN. IF YOU ENJOY COMING TO THE MEETINGS, VOLUNTEER FOR A POST rick’s Day, so why notIDEAS a WinterARE Derby.

Janu- TO KEEP THE CLUB VIABLE FOR THE FUTURE. NEEDED ary is National Hat Month, perfect for having a Derby party. Decorate a hat and get a group Carolyn Glandorf The New England Club’s Midtogether to decorate a horse for the Derby.

Sign up for a horse as there are only SIX Winter Party is being held on Satcontenders. Wraps, Chips and Cookies will urday, January 31 at 5:00 PM. This *** Paid dues of $2.00 year we are doing a “Pot Luck” supbe provided by the Club. per person required. Sign-up sheets for horse per. Sign-ups will begin December and you need to sign up under THE NEW ENGLAND CLUB sponsorship and for the cheering section 30th, ENTREE, SIDE DISH or DES(EATING WRAPS) will be posted. BYOB REMINDER: FEBRUARY IS ELEC- SERT. The Club will provide bread TION MONTH AND ALL POSITIONS ARE service. There will be 15 slots under each category, onceMid-Winter there are 15Party names underheld a particular item,January 31 The New Club's is being on Saturday, OPEN. IF YOU ENJOY COMING TOEngland THE so please choose something else. Don’t flag PM. This yearAwe are doing a "Pot Luck" supper. Sign-ups willforget begintoDecember 30th, MEETINGS, VOLUNTEER FOR POST. any allergen type foods such as nuts.

We will also NEW IDEAS ARE NEEDED TO KEEP THE need to sign up under ENTREE, SIDE DISH or DESSERT. The Club will provide bread play some fun games. BYOB and raffle money.

CLUB VIABLE FOR There THE FUTURE. will be 15 slots under each category, so once there are 15 names under a particu please choose something else.

Don't to flag anyJanuary allergen31st! type foods such as nuts.

Hope to forget see everybody Carolyn Glandorf also play some fun games. BYOB and raffle money.

Judy Machnicz

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Hope to see everybody January 31st!

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Thank you so much to George Daly and his kitchen crew for preparing the w antipasto for our December Italian Dinner and Christmas Party. Even the anchovies reviews. It was a fun evening with lots of good food. Thank you to everyone who help party and brought delicious pasta dishes, salads, bread and dessert.

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NEW YORK/NEW JERSEY CLUB Thank you so much to George Daly and his kitchen crew for preparing the wonderful antipasto for our December Italian Dinner and Christmas Party. Even the anchovies got rave reviews.

It was a fun evening with lots of good food. Thank you to everyone who helped at the party and brought delicious pasta dishes, salads, bread and dessert.

Our first meeting of the New Year is on Sunday, January 4th at 4:00 PM when we will enjoy a meal of “Soups, Stews and Chowders”. The sign-up sheet

is on the Club bulletin board for you to check off what you will bring.

Mary and Bill Nothnagel will lead us in a rousing game of “Family Feud”. This is BYOB as usual, and don’t forget to wear your name tag. Bring a few dollars for the 50/50 raffle.

The sign-up sheet for Appreciation Weekend is also posted on the bulletin board.

Don’t forget that “What goes up, must come down” – our Christmas tree, that is. Saturday, January 3rd after Coffee, we will be undecorating the

Clubhouse and taking down the trees. Lend us a hand if you are able.

As always, everyone from New York and New Jersey is welcome to attend our meetings. New residents, renters and visitors are especially welcome.

Let’s start off the New Year with a record attendance. I look forward to seeing you on Saturday, January 3rd and Sunday, January 4th.

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TENNIS NEWS Tennis Association Meeting The Tara Woods Tennis Association held their first meeting of the season on Sunday, November 23rd. One item of discussion was the Round Robin. It was decided that hosting the dinner and also taking care of the courtside snacks could be handled by two different people/groups. Preparing the dinner and also taking care of the courtside snacks are two different tasks; separating them would make it easier for our volunteers to enjoy the day.

Linda and Warren Engel were thanked for setting up the pairings for the November Round Robin. We hope to have more tennis players at the January Round Robin.

Fred Puhlfuerst was thanked for his work on the tennis courts, including, among other things, the repair of the awnings on the

court benches. Fred mentioned that the tennis courts will be resurfaced in the summer of 2015.

We have a new water fountain by the rest rooms. Replacement bottles for the water cooler are kept in the storage room and extra paper cups can be found in the tennis cabinet. Kathy Rafferty will clean and sanitize the water trays on the coolers.

Tennis players were reminded to use only the unpressurized balls in the ball machine; the machine balls will be replaced as needed. Please do not put used game balls in the ball machine.

Fred Puhlfuerst stepped down as Vice-President, but will continue to help with maintenance when he can. Anyone interested in the position should contact any Tennis Association officer.

The Nominating Committee for the 2015-2016 tennis season

will be appointed at the January meeting. These individuals will submit names of candidates for the Tennis Association officers to be elected at the March meeting. Anyone interested in being on the Nominating Committee should contact Nancy Schoeppner.

The next Tennis Association Meeting will be held on Sunday, January 25th, starting at 5:45 PM. Round Robin The November 23rd Round Robin had only 12 people signed up to play tennis and no one had volunteered to serve dinner that day. Despite the low turnout, based on the comments that were heard, it seems like everyone had a good time playing tennis. There was no Round Robin scheduled in December.

The next Round Robin is set

for Sunday, January 25th. The sign-up sheet will be posted on the Tennis Bulletin Board in early January. The more people who sign up to play, the more variety of pairings we can arrange. We hope to see a lot of you signing up to play tennis for this Round Robin.

The dinner for the January 25th Round Robin is being hosted by Arlene Greene and Janell Wissler; the courtside snacks are being handled by Dottie Hargrove.

Appreciation Weekend There will again be three separate tennis games for Appreciation Weekend, which is scheduled for February 27-28.

There will be the usual “Hole in the Board” game, which is run

by Warren and Linda Engel. Janet and George Daly will again be having the “Bowling” ten-

nis game. The “Hit the Chairs” game will be run by Janice and George Johnston this year. So, come out and try your luck to see how well you do at the games. You do not have to be a tennis player to enjoy these games. They are a lot of fun!

We need workers to help run these games, so please consider giving us a hand. We are asking for only one hour of your time. So, if you’re asked to help out, please say “Yes”. Workers get extra tickets for a chance at prizes at Saturday night’s festivities. Workers are also invited to the pizza party in March.

Tennis Lessons We will again be having tennis lessons to help beginners improve their tennis game. We will have tennis lessons on Saturdays at 12:00 Noon for anyone who is interested. Please

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Tennis Leagues Women’s League The Women’s SWIFT League consists of eight teams, two of which are from Tara Woods.

The other six teams in the league are made up of two teams from Herons Glen, and one team each from Lake Fairways, Pine Lakes, Sabal Springs, and Six Lakes.

The standings after four weeks of very competitive tennis with the other communities in the SWIFT League show the Tara Woods Angels in first place, with 20 wins and only 4 losses.

The Angels have been very consistent; their outcome so far has been 5 wins and only 1 loss every time they have played.

The Tara Woods Jewels are in a close second place with 17

wins and 7 losses. The Jewels lead the third place team by two wins.

Congratulations to both teams on this great record so early in the season. It’s great to see both Tara Woods teams leading the league. – Linda Engel Men’s League Red League The Red Team is presently in third place out of five teams in the league; we are doing much better than last year!

We would like to thank everyone for their great support, and we wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! – Glen Fisher White League We have had four matches so far this year with ever-increasing results. We are no super stars,

but the energy level and team spirit cannot be beaten. The beer is still cold and enjoyed after each match. Fan support has been tremendous with only standing room available at our last game. I am thinking of charging admission to these matches and providing popcorn.

Check the Tennis Bulletin Board for our league standings and for the location of our next match. – Gerry Gagnon Blue League On Thursday, December 4th, our Tara Woods Tigers played against the team from Lake Fairways. We won 4 sets and lost 2. We now have 14 wins and 10 losses for the season so far.

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A NEW TWIST ON VALENTINE’S DAY AT TARA WOODS! When Valentine’s Day rolls around each February 14th, we are reminded through hints from our spouse, or the bombardment of Valentine advertising, that it’s time to show our love by buying a valentine card, a sweet treat, or dinner out for our loved one.

Have you ever noticed the holiday has become an activity for couples and grade school children?

There seems to be a group that is left out during this “Hallmark Holiday”.

So, to be all-inclusive, and to add a fun twist to this holiday, we have decided to switch things up and have a party for singles, couples, and friends alike.

Everyone set the Date for Cupid’s Carnival on February 14, 2015! This event promises to offer fun for everyone who attends. Here are a few carnival highlights that will be offered.

• An open baked potato bar with many original yummy toppings to choose from • An open taco bar with all the fixings.

The food bars will be open all evening so you can eat whenever you choose!

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Buy a heart paddle to play a fun paddle game that will be played throughout the evening for cash prizes. ($5.00 a paddle) No 50/50 at this event.

• Gather your spouse and friends and snap some romantic or cheesy pictures. Many fun props will be available. (for a small fee).

• Have a sweet tooth? No problem! Take a stroll around our sweet street and see if you can win baked goods or candy of your choice (for a small fee).

• Take a chance at shooting an arrow at cupid for a prize (for a small fee).

All of these activities will be available to play all evening.

• Besides these on-going activities, Dave Paugh will serenade us with his one-man show for some great dancing music.

Tickets are only $9.00 and will go on sale January 10th at Saturday morning coffee and Tuesday night Bingo until February 10th

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ACTIVITIES able to you. I am sure there is a resident who can keep the Magic in Tara Woods!

To my great committee: “Thank you” for all of your hard work and ideas. I certainly could not have done it without you; you were the backbone. I love you all. “Thank you” also to all of the volunteers we had to move tables and put up decorations.

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I hope everyone enjoyed all of the Holidays, and the great parties that all of the Clubs had for their members. I would like to wish everyone a Healthy and Happy New Year.

My thanks really go out to Judy Machnicz and the New England Club once again for an over-the-top Christmas Party. The decorations on the homes here in Tara are even better than last year – that’s the magic!

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EN GUARD Tara Woods has some of the friendliest Gate Attendants in North Fort Myers. What better way to enter our community than to be warmly greeted by the Guard at the Gate. His wave and friendly smile help to make the day. They are the first greeters to our visitors, repairmen, delivery men, etc., cordially welcoming them to Tara Woods. How often have you wondered who they are? Our Gate Attendants (full time) are shown below; some of them have agreed to write a little about themselves so that we may get to know them better. As you enter our community, please stop and say hello to them the next time you go through. Give them a salute and a Thank You for a job well done.

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ROBERT ANDERSON Hi, my name is Robert Anderson. I grew up on Long Island, New York. I spent about 10 plus years in Texas before moving to Southwest Florida in 1998. I have enjoyed working as a gate attendant here in Tara Woods since 2001 and meeting so many of my fellow residents here

ROBERT GLANDORF My name is Robert Glandorf and I have lived in Tara Woods for almost 10 years. I have been employed as a gate attendant for the last 5 years. We are originally from Ohio and traveled before settling here permanently. I love to RV and I like to play golf.

BOB GOODING Hi, my name is Bob Gooding. I’m from Commack, Long Island, NY, and have been living in Tara Woods with my wife, Flora, since 1989. We live at Lot 510 on Darwin Street. I’m a WWII veteran and served 8 years in the U.S. Navy. I worked for the Ducon Co. as quality assurance inspector, and then as plant manager in the manufacturing of Pollution Control Equipment for heavy industry. I have enjoyed working as a gate guard at Tara Woods for 16 years, and I still go like the energizer rabbit

BILL HAMPTON I just enjoy living in Tara Woods.

BILL LYFORD Hi, my name is Bill Lyford. I lived in Illinois for 50 years before coming to Florida. My wife Nancy and I have been a resident of Tara Woods for 19 years and I have been a gate attendant for 5 of those years.

WILLIAM SANDELL Late-night gate attendant.

ED SIMKO Hi, my name is Ed Simko. I have been working at the guard house since September 2003. I enjoy working the gate; it is my way of meeting everyone who lives in Tara Woods – either by seeing you as you go through the gate or by taking your calls for your visitors. I am still an avid Pittsburgh fan and ex-Steeler season ticket holder. I will always follow the Steelers even though down here it is hard to watch them with the three Florida teams always on. I do manage to go to most of the Pirates spring training games every year up in Bradenton or elsewhere in southwest Florida with my brother. If I don’t see you at the gate, possibly I will see you when I pick up your aluminum cans, or when I deliver your Columns, or if not then at the Pancake Breakfast.

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TREASURES OF TARA

Have you seen a `57 turquoise Chevy being driven by a fun-loving couple, named Paul and Evelyn Loud? What a car and what a couple!!!

Evelyn was raised in a family with 11 children; she is next to

the youngest. In this loving family Evie learned how to share, help, direct and generously give of herself. She had to learn all this to survive! We, of course, at Tara Woods (TW) have benefited from these skills.

Both Paul and Evie were raised and lived all their lives in Massachusetts. Paul had one older brother, who is now deceased, but he was engulfed by Evie’s extended family of 90.

The original 11 (and children) still get together and celebrate their love of family and life.

Evie has 4 children from her first marriage, 1 boy and 3 girls.

Paul also has 4 children, 2 boys and 2 girls. They met through mutual friends and were married 29 years ago in Las Vegas.

Many family and friends were there to celebrate with them.

Paul, as we all know, is a hard worker and for 51 years he was a heavy equipment operator in Boston. He worked on the “Big Dig” and also a 9-mile sewerage treatment tunnel. The tunnel was 350 feet under the ocean, and they worked on it for 5 years and 3 months. At times he worked 7 days a week. You can understand how he deserves to relax now and drive that `57 Chevy around.

Evie successfully worked for a local bank, Prudential Insurance Company, and finally retired from GE Credit Union.

When not working, they enjoyed their 27 foot “Big Boat” and frequently cruised Boston Harbor and vicinity. They also built their own ranch home in Saugus, Mass., living there for many years. In this home, Evie

cared for Paul’s sick father until his death.

In 2002 they found their home in TW on Darwin St. and became snow birds 2 years later.

In the summer they go to their daughter’s home, where they have a Mother/Daughter apartment. They enjoy the built-in ground swimming pool and are visited by some of their 18 grandchildren (Evie 8, Paul 10).

They share their talents and love of life with the New England Club. Evie has chaired the Craft Fair since 2009. They have been involved with Shuffleboard, and she was Membership Secretary on the TW Board. Paul’s health issues have slowed him down somewhat, but he now has a clean bill of health so watch out!

They still frequently travel

and often cruise. They love the spirit, activities, and people of Tara Woods, and we sure love their generosity and enthusiasm. Thank you, Paul and Evie.

Keep cruisin’ in that Chevy.

Mary Nothnagel

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The Tara Woods Computer Club has resumed free computer classes every Thursday at 10:30 AM in the Card Room at the Clubhouse. These are open to all residents and visitors. We review Computer Basics on the 1st and 3rd Thursday each month, with more Advanced Topics on the 2nd and 4th Thursday. The 5th Thursdays are general question and answer sessions. We won’t be meeting on Christmas or New Year’s Day, but will begin again on January 8th.

It’s never too late to join our group, even if you’re a total novice. This is a great time to learn the Basics. We are starting again at the very beginning and assume that you

know nothing about computers. We are still covering the essentials at this time, and will be learning about files, folders, and programs in January, and graphics programs and word processors in February.

We are seeing new faces each meeting, so the group is growing. The Advanced Topics will cover all sorts of subjects, programs, and hardware, including Windows 8.1 and working with photos. Bring your laptop computer with you if you want to follow along (this is optional). Bring something to take notes with.

We spend as much time as we need to on each topic, so the scheduling is tentative.

The next topic that will be covered is always posted on

the bulletin board in the Clubhouse. Feel free to attend only those classes that appeal to you. Most stand on-their-own, and don’t require you to attend earlier ones. Each lesson is scheduled to last an hour, but tends to run over with questions from the members. Ask me any question at all, and I will try to answer it.

Please call me with any questions or comments, 6520488. I can help you with any of your computer needs. I’m looking forward to seeing you

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ENTERTAINING NEWS ing to be closer to the stage.

So grab your best friend, get some tickets either early at Coffee or Bingo, a month before the show, or on the nights of the show at the door, and join the rest of Tara Woods enjoying the antics of some of your friends on stage. Just remember you too could get the chance next year to join in the fun either on stage or off stage.

We have many roles to fill from A to Z and everything in between.

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I believe everyone had a great time at the Fashion Show. The Models were Terrific! We “Thank” the ladies who gave us such a good show; the wigs and makeup added to make the event wonderful. I want to “Thank” everyone who helped with the event, as you all know it would not be possible without the people who VOLUNTEER. As I discussed at the event, very few people paid last year’s dues. Anyone wishing to pay their dues, please come to the January 10th meeting. Bring an envelope with $5.00 in it; include your name and telephone number on the outside of the envelope or give the envelope to Bev Bayer or Carol Shields at Bingo. Re-

member the Fashion Show is a free event made possible by the dues and monies collected at the Trash and Treasure. Even though everyone brings food or wine to the event, there is a cost for decorations, favors, and cheese and crackers all supplied by the Club.

Please begin to collect items for the Trash and Treasure in March.

We want to try to do a group outing to the Peace River Wildlife Center. All interested, please attend the January 10th meeting.

Again, “Thanks” to ALL who made this year’s Fashion Show possible.

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What Can You Learn from the “Oracle of Omaha”?

Warren Buffet, the “Oracle from Omaha,” is considered one of the most successful investors in history. Yet while the investment world may seem complex, Mr. Buffet’s advice is actually pretty simple. Here are a few Buffet quotes, along with some suggestions on putting them to use:

“Whether we’re talking about socks or stocks, I like buying quality merchandise when it is marked down.”

Essentially, this means you should look for good investment vehicles whose price may have dropped. A “bear” market tends to drag down many stocks — even those with strong fundamentals and favorable prospects. These stocks might then be considered “bargains.” One way to determine whether a stock is “expensive” or “cheap” is by looking at its price-to-earnings ratio (P/E). For example, if Company “A” has a share price of $20 and earnings per share of $4, then it has a P/E of 5. On the other hand, if Company “B” has the same share price of $20, but has earnings per share of $2, its P/E would be 10. So it would be considered more expensive than Company “A.” Be aware, though, that the P/E ratio works better as a measure of cost when you are comparing two companies in the same industry.

“Time is the friend of the wonderful business, the enemy of the mediocre.”

Be prepared to own quality stocks for the long term; over time, your confidence may be rewarded. On the other hand, if an investment is not of high quality, its flaws will be revealed over the years.

“If investors insist on trying to time their participation in equities, they should try to be fearful when others are greedy and greedy only when others are fearful.”

Trying to “time” the market — that is, attempting to buy when prices are low and sell when prices are high — is a difficult task. Too many people do just the opposite: They try to “cut their losses” by selling when the market is down and then go after the “hot” investment whose price may already be as high as it’s going to go. Mr. Buffet clearly is not in favor of a market timing approach, and those who try to do it, he says, are probably better off by going against the crowd. Keep in mind, though, that even when holding investments rather than trying to time the market, investing in equities does involve risk, including potential loss of principal.

“When we own portions of outstanding businesses with outstanding managements, our favorite holding period is forever.”

When should you sell good investments? Never, according to Mr. Buffet. And while this endless holding period may not be possible for all of us, you get the idea: the longer you keep a good investment, the better off you may be when you do sell.

“The line separating investment and speculation, which is never bright and clear, becomes blurred still further when most market participants have recently enjoyed triumphs. Nothing sedates rationality like large doses of effortless money.”

The lesson here? Be an investor, not a speculator. A long run-up in the market can increase your wealth, but it may also make you prone to risky behavior if you think that all your investments will rise indefinitely.

As an investor, you may well want to consider Mr. Buffet’s ideas— after all, they’ve sure worked well for him.

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Entertainment Around Tara Woods BINGO at TARA WOODS

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

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

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

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

Our Tuesday night BINGO session consists of 14 regular games and 6 “Special” games We also have “Hot Ball” prizes of $50.00 or more and a “Social” raffle. Sales STOP at 6:45 PM. Come join the fun.

Tuesdays at 10:00 AM

BOCCE

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 Looking for all bridge players.

We play on Tuesdays in the Card Room – come between 12:30 and 12:45 PM. Call Beth first to come and join our friendly group. Beth Ferris, 543-6295.

BOWLERS The Tara Woods Bowling League still has a few spots open for bowling. As always, you can be a sub.

Come enjoy the fun with us.

If interested call: Julie Wehrung, 543-2268

Ladies, 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 Don’t forget every Friday at 1:00 PM at the pits.

Come join us for some laughs.

Questions: call Patty Sparany 543-5144

LINE DANCING Mondays – 12:00 Noon Beginners to Intermediate Come join us for good exercise and good fun!

Contact: Marcia Poveromo, 560-9642

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.

CERAMICS

Mondays – 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM

If you are interested in learning to work with ceramics or have done them before, we invite you to come and join the ladies for an afternoon of fun and creativity. The Ceramics Room is located in the Craft Building behind the tennis courts. We do have some greenware or bisque items available that you can select to work on. Also, there is Connie’s Ceramics in Fort Myers where you can purchase greenware. We have two kilns to fire your greenware. You don’t have to be artistically talented to work in ceramics, so don’t be intimidated. It’s a great hobby, and you’ll make some good friends.

Barbara Stepniak, 239-599-2181

EUCHRE CLUB

Looking for another activity or a new activity in the form of a card game? For years the Euchre Club has met on Wednesday nights in the Clubhouse Card Room at 7:00 P.M. Unfortunately, many of those who enjoyed the game have moved on for a variety of reasons. We are looking for new players. Hopefully, the brief description of the game listed below will spark your interest and you will join us soon.

Euchre is a fast moving card game of German origin.

A four-handed game played with a partner. Partners are changed several times each session. There are only 5 cards in your hand to consider. The rules are simple and easy to learn. Starts at 7:00 PM and lasts about 2 hours.

Oh “yeah”, the buy-in is 25 cents and offers some “big” prize money!!!!

Teachers are: Bill Keibler, 586-216-6526; Suzy Loesel, 322-7588; and Lorraine Smith, 567-1393.

Give any of us a call with any questions. We look forward to seeing you there. Bill, Suzy and Lorraine.

SHUFFLE BOARD The Shuffleboard team hosts the Yard Sale which will be on Saturday, January 31st.

Tables will be $10.00 each. Contact Ken Atkinson, 815-970-0467, or Ken Clark, 609-432-1383, to reserve a table(s).

Join us for Happy Hour on the Verandah on Wednesday, January 14th at 4:00 PM. The theme is LET IT SNOW--UP NORTH. $1.00 donation.

Please bring something for the table to share and a pot luck dish for dinner. Sign up if you are coming so that we can determine the amount of drinks to make so as to allow enough for all. Also, if you know of someone who has never been to one of our Happy Hours, please bring them with you.

Hope to see lots of new faces. Joan Powers

Movie Nite Saturday, January 24th 7:00 PM Featuring: I Don’t Know How She Does It Starring: Sarah Jessica Parker and Pierce Brosnan Rated: PG 13, Comedy • Free Popcorn • Sodas 50 cents Lloyd and Carolyn Kelsey

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Book Discussion Club Thursday, January 8th 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.

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11

Newcomers welcome.

Questions: Call Marilyn Workman, 543-1168 *Note that we are meeting on the second Thursday due to the New Year’s Day holiday.

BIRTHDAYS IN January: 1 Mary Ellen Gold, Val Roderick, Alan Warner 2 Rick Virkus 3 Larry Jones, Vi Sando, 93 Yrs. 4 Rich Araujo, Robert Aspin, Joyce Haynes, Jean VanSicklin 7 Diane Jenkins, Helen Sullivan 8 Bob Anderson, Mary Biglin 9 Sharon Davidson, Mike O’Hearn 10 George Korince, Royce La Liberty, Stan Miller 13 Gloria Diggs 14 Peggy Boncher, Jean Bozick, Irv Buettner, Audrey Perry 15 El Wilson 16 Peggy Flynn, John Goers 17 Joyce Elsbury, Louise Letourneau, Bill Perry, Dave Simonson, Dave Sylvester

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“New Image Goes Country” March 28, 2015

Welcome to the New Year and all that God has planned for us in 2015. Our Inspirations meeting for January is Monday, January 19th at 12:00 PM in the Clubhouse Living Room.

Our program will feature our own Deliaan Van Gemert who was born in Holland. She will be sharing with us about her early life there; what it was like during World War II; and how she and Peter came to live in America. Such an interesting story. You won’t want to miss it.

Wilma Jenkins will be giving a monologue about Queen Esther, the queen whose life, and the lives of her people were in danger of being destroyed – this is an exciting account of how God used Esther to gain victory over her enemy and save her people.

Refreshments will be served following the meeting.

All ladies are invited to attend as well as any husbands who would like to join us.

Eddie Amarando, Lynn Porter, If you enjoy singing and would like Nancy Schoeppner to have a lot of fun wearing jeans, Henry Gardner, boots and maybe a cowboy hat, there Marti Hradkowsky, Nancy is still time to join us.

LeClair, Hannah Montelaro 21 Diane Ladlie 22 Linda Byrd, Rehearsals in the Clubhouse Lynne Grossner Mondays 2:00 – 4:00 PM 23 Roy Conner, Gail Korince We look forward to meeting you in 24 Janine Morton, the “Ole Corral”!!

Bill Whitacre “Even though I walk through the valley of the shad25 Lee Beliveau, Loretta More information pertaining to ow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me.”

Deerhake, Mike Girty time, cost, and seating arrangements Psalm 23:4 26 Sal Furia, Judy Holat will be in the “February Columns”.

27 Chick Jakacki MARK YOUR CALENDAR Shirley Ringleben Questions: Ann Scott, 543-9285.

28 Bette Davis, Jean Schweinert MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR SPECIAL EVENTS THIS MONTH 29 Darrell Dillion 30 Phyllis Carr, Carole Clark, January 1st New Years Day Judy Hanson, “Jo” Yamka 31 Gerry Gagnon, January 3rd Un-decorate the Clubhouse 9:30 AM George Johnston, Ann Kabbas, January 6th TWHA Board Meeting 9:00 AM Karen McKearney, Linda Weibel

ANNIVERSARIES IN January: 7 13 17 20

For the last several months we have been hinting that our next show would be completely different. Well, all hinting is over and we want everyone to know…

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Contact Shirley Ringleben – 731-2748 Before January 10th for Special Recognition of Anniversaries 50,55 or 60+ in February 2015

January 10th

Pancake Breakfast

7:30 AM – 8:45 AM

January 10th

Final Cruise Meeting

9:30 AM

January 10th

“SPITTIN’ IMAGE” Show

7:00 PM

January 12th

TWHA Annual Meeting

7:00 PM

January 16th

Hospice Care Informative

2:00 PM

January 24th

New Residents Orientation

11:00 AM

January 24th

Movie Nite

7:00 PM

January 31st

Yard Sale

8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

MONTHLY CALENDAR Drop Box: Calendar - pdf file.

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TESTIMONIAL: Phil - Tara Woods on his Installation: “I would like to thank you and your staff for the great job installing my new air conditioner. After getting quotes from two other companies, including the company that had been servicing my old unit, I thought you should know why I chose your company. It wasn’t based on price alone, even though your quote was extremely competitive. Custom Cooling was recommended by many folks in my community along with a neighbor that handles the heating and cooling at Edison College. When you first visited us for the initial quote, you were the only representative that thoroughly explained all options. I found your sales presentation both informative and honest. Having been an auto dealer for almost 30 years, I appreciate that type of business approach. The installation was fast and neat with no surprises. Please feel free to use me as a reference. I will let everyone know why I chose Custom Cooling. Thank you for your admirable business ethics.”

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University of Florida Gardening Calendar South Florida Edition January What to Do Rejuvenate the landscape: After the danger of freezing temperatures, it’s a good time to plant woody shrubs. Water frequently to get new plantings off to a good start.

Irrigation: Plants may need water if temperatures remain higher than normal and rainfall is scarce.

Shrubs and Trees: Prune non-spring flowering shrubs and trees this month to improve form.

Arbor Day: Florida observes Arbor Day on the 3rd Friday of January. To celebrate, plant a tree in your yard or community.

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Cold Protection: If a frost or freeze is predicted, bring sensitive plants like orchids inside.

Water sensitive plants in the landscape thoroughly 12-24 hours before a freeze and cover.

Pests: To control scale on citrus, shrubs, and deciduous fruit trees, apply horticultural oil while plants are dormant. Apply copper spray to mangos after bloom.

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Bulbs: Winter is a great time to plant bulbs that will bloom this spring. Some to try are Clivia lily, crinum, and agapanthus.

Herbs: Many herbs will thrive now that temperatures are cooler, including tarragon, thyme, dill, fennel, and any of the mints.

Vegetables: Continue planting cool season crops including beet, cabbage, turnip, lettuce, and broccoli.

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TO START OFF 2015 Jan 1 HAPPY NEW YEAR – May 2015 be a year of health, happiness and peace for all!

2 SALUTE to VIENNA - BBM – 8 pm 3 GREGG ALLMAN – BBM – 8 pm 4 THE MOTORTOWN ALL-STARS – BBM – 7 pm 6-11 THE BOOK of MORMAN – BBM – upper balcony seats only – start w/row XX 9-28 ONE SLIGHT HITCH by Lewis Black – Florida Rep – It is the day of the wedding and everything is perfect…until the doorbell rings. Settle in for a riotous and strangely romantic ride through the deconstruction of one family’s equilibrium, from one of the most prolific and popular stand-up comedian/actor/authors working today.

THE DAILY SHOW’S Lewis Black.

10 FINAL CRUISE MEETING – Clubhouse – 9:30 am – after coffee 13 FRANK ABAGNALE, JR – Speaking of…South Florida – BBM – His exploits became the story for the book, Broadway play & movie, Catch Me if You Can. Frank will fascinate you as he talks about how he impersonated airline employees and had an adventure worthy of a Hollywood movie. He will also share his expertise on preventing identity theft.

14 MICHAEL JACKSON SHOW – Special Engagement – BBM – 7:30 pm 14-3/7 FIRST DATE – Off BPT – A blind date first-timer is set up with a serial-dater and a casual drink at a busy New York restaurant turns into a hilarious high-stakes dinner. This hysterical new Broadway musical unfolds in real time and the new couple discovers they are not alone on this unpredictable evening.

15 CHRIS MAC DONALD’S – ELVIS – BBM – 7:30 pm – Memories of Elvis in Concert 16-24 CARIBBEAN CRUISE – Celebrity’s Constellation 18 THE RAT PACK – Gulf Coast Symphony – BBM – 7 pm 25/26 DWIGHT ICENHOWER’S TRIBUTE to the KING – BPDT (Continues on page 25) 29 PHANTOM of the OPERA – BBM – 2 pm - $76.58 30-3/15 FASCINATIN’ GERSHWIN – Florida Rep – Studio Theatre – A dazzling revue of the Gershwin Songbook!

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The ‘explanations’ that identify the theatre ‘abbreviations’ used in my text, is posted on the GOING PLACES bulletin board in the Clubhouse. Also, since sign-up in the BLUE BOOK is mandatory to reserve space for all GOING PLACES’ activity, this information is posted, for your easy reference, in the BLUE BOOK, in the library.

WARM WISHES FOR A HEALTHY, JOYFUL, PEACEFUL 2015!

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The following ‘explanations’ will identify the ‘abbreviations’ sometimes used in my text.

F Y I B MANN BBM – BARBARA The following ‘explanations’ identify the ‘abbreviations’ sometimes used in my text.

BPDT –will Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre BBM – BARBARA B MANN Off BPT – Off Broadway Palm Theatre BPDT – Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre Fort Myers FL REP – Florida Rep – Arcade Theatre – downtown Off BPT – Off Broadway Palm mat – matinee twi –Theatre twilight FL REP – Florida Rep – Arcade Theatre – downtown Fort Myers – matinee – twilight This information ismat posted on the GOING PLACEStwi bulletin board in the Clubhouse.

Sign-up, in the BLUE BOOK, is necessary to reserve space for all GOING PLACES activity.

This information is posted on the GOING WILL PLACES bulletin board in the Clubhouse.

VERBAL RESERVATIONS NOT BE ACCEPTED Sign-up, in the BLUE BOOK, is necessary to reserve space for all GOING PLACES Therefore, the above, is also posted, for your easy reference, in the BLUE BOOK, in activity. the library.

VERBAL WILL NOT BE731-5119 ACCEPTED If you RESERVATIONS have any questions, call Dolores, (Continues on page 26) Therefore, the above, is also posted, for your easy reference, in the BLUE BOOK, in the library.

If you have any questions, call Dolores, 731-5119

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COMING UP IN FEBRUARY Feb 4 2016 CRUISE PRESENTATION – Clubhouse – 7 pm - If you think you might be or are interested in taking a cruise, come join us for the 2016 cruise presentation. Come see/ SIGN –THE BLUE BOOKwhat IF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND – SO WE will CANbeBEand PREPARED. hear when, where, TARA WOODS’ annual cruise maybe win a prize or Feb 5 ALTON BROWN LIVE! – BBM – 7:30 pm two. ALL ARE INVITED. Brochures will be available for your perusal.

6/7 THE OF CHAMPIONS: SportsTO Themes; & the of Team Spirit – SIGNMUSIC THE BLUE BOOK IF YOU PLAN ATTENDFight – SOSongs WE CAN BESounds PREPARED. SW Florida Symphony BBM– 7:30 pm Feb 5 ALTON BROWN LIVE! ––BBM 8 DANCING ROMANCING 2 – Sports Gulf Coast Symphony – BBM&–the 7 pm 6/7 THE MUSIC&OF CHAMPIONS: Themes; Fight Songs Sounds of Team Spirit – 8 CRAZY for YOU – BPDT – twilight – The story of Bobby Child, a well-to-do 1930’s playboy SW Florida Symphony – BBM whose dream in life is to dance. the serious–efforts his mother and soon-to8 DANCING & ROMANCING 2 – GulfDespite Coast Symphony BBM –of 7 pm be-ex-fiancee, Bobby achieves his dream!

This high-energy comedy of mistaken 8 CRAZY for YOU – BPDT – twilight – The story of Bobby Child, a well-to-do 1930’s playboy identities, plot twists, fabulous costumes and magnificent dancing is a musical theatre whose dream in life is to dance. Despite the serious efforts of his mother and soon-toclassic.

Memorable Gershwin tunes include I Can’t be Bothered Now; I Got Rhythm; be-ex-fiancee, Bobby achieves his dream! This high-energy comedy of mistaken They Can’tplot Taketwists, That Away From Me; Embraceable You; Someone over Me. identities, fabulous costumes and magnificent dancing to is aWatch musical theatre 9 MARTINMemorable PRESTON asGershwin LIBERACEtunes – BPDT - matinee and classic. include I Can’t beevening Bothered Now; I Got Rhythm; 10-15 ANNIE – BBM They Can’t Take That Away From Me; Embraceable You; Someone to Watch over Me. 13-3/4 AROUND the WORLD in 80 DAYS– –BPDT Florida Rep – Arcade Theatre 9 MARTIN PRESTON as LIBERACE - matinee and evening 18 DANCING PROS – BBM 10-15 ANNIE – BBM 19 JAY and the – BBM Dennis Trifano & The Happenings 13-3/4 AROUND theAMERICANS WORLD in 80 DAYS––w/spcl Floridaguest Rep –stars Arcade Theatre 20 PAULA POUNDSTONE 18 DANCING PROS – BBM– BBM – 8 pm 22 GLORY GERSHWIN – 20–THBBM anniversary – Gulf CoastTrifano Symphony BBM – 6 pm 19 JAY andofthe AMERICANS – w/spclconcert guest stars Dennis & The– Happenings 23 THE BEACH BOYS TRIBUTE – BPDT – matinee and evening 20 PAULA POUNDSTONE – BBM – 8 pm 24-3/1 BLUE MAN GROUP – BBM 22 GLORY of GERSHWIN – 20TH anniversary concert – Gulf Coast Symphony – BBM – 6 pm 23 THE BEACH BOYS TRIBUTE – BPDT – matinee and evening THANK YOU GRACIAS DANKE 24-3/1 BLUE MAN GROUP – BBM A sincere thank you to you, you and you (and you know who you are) who contributed and donated toys for the Guadalupe Center in Immokalee.

Also, a very special thankDANKE you, to you, who donated the monies THANK YOU GRACIAS which enabled me to purchase toys for the children of the migrant workers.

You, who participated A sincere thank you to you, you and you (and you know who you are) who contributed and donatedand toys gave – your generosity is much appreciated.

You helped SANTA give 500+ children a MERRY for the Guadalupe Center in Immokalee. Also, a very special thank you, to you, who donated the monies CHRISTMAS! …………..

GOD BLESS! which enabled me to purchase toys for the children of the migrant workers. You, who participated and gave – your generosity is much appreciated. You helped SANTA give 500+ children a MERRY WISHES FOR A HEALTHY, JOYFUL, PEACEFUL 2015!

CHRISTMAS! …………..WARM GOD BLESS!

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