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THE COLUMNS Vol. 26 No. 9

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November 2015

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The final round of Summer Golf ended on Tuesday, October 6 with a BBQ in the courtyard at Del Tura Golf & Country Club. All golfers and guests enjoyed hamburgers, hot dogs and all the trimmings, as well as BEER - all paid for by the money collected during the summer. We all enjoyed music from Colton James and Family in the courtyard which made the event really special. Door prizes were given out.

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We want to thank Larry Baldwin and Chick Jakacki for a job WELL DONE! The new organizers for the 2016 Summer Golf League are Darrell Watson and Kathleen Watson.

Good luck to them!

And Now The Winners...

First Place: Captain Darrell Watson,Don Girty, Sr., Bill Broadband, Liz Wilson Second Place: Captain Buddy Little, Dick Hubbard, Chico Silva Third Place: Captain Mike Girty, John Sabol, Jim Sorenson, Kathleen Watson Fourth Place: Captain Don Beuchner, Don Girty, Jr., Joe Parise Fifth Place: Captain Larry Baldwin, Chick Jakacki, Nancy Schoeppner, Janell Wissler Sixth Place: Captain Phil Fabry, Ron Heidmous, Erika Futrell, Janet Daly Seventh Place: Captain Denny Biglin, Bill Crawford, Julie Wehrung Eighth Place: Captain Chuck Wheeler, Mark Francis, Arlene Franchini, Mary Green

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WELCOME NEW RESIDENTS Douglas and Holly Ulrich: are new full-time residents, originally from New York, residing at 19288 Potomac Circle. They are both retired – Douglas from the City of Lockport and Holly from New York State Dept. of Corrections. They have 4 children and 2 grandchildren. His hobby is golf. Her hobbies are flowers and shopping.

Welcome to Tara Woods Beverly Bayer

NEW HOMEOWNERS ORIENTATION Orientation for new homeowners will be held on Saturday, December 5th at 10:30 AM in the Clubhouse Living Room. All newcomers (homeowners and renters) are encouraged to attend. This 1 - 1.5 hour meeting is loaded with important information about our community and the surrounding area. To all who attend will receive a large packet containing the Homeowners Association Guidelines, hurricane preparation tips and lots of other important and interesting information.

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We look forward to seeing you.

Donna Phillips, 731-5802, and Bev Bayer, 731-7734.

FROM THE DESK OF THE MANAGER Management has conducted numerous community tours this summer which resulted in reminders being sent to residents for trimming, palm tree trimming, house washing, etc. I know some of you were not happy to receive a notice, but please rest assured that no one person was singled out. Everyone needs to make sure that their home is taken care of while they are away. If your home is in need of power washing, trimming, or new name signs, please make arrangements to have the work done as soon as possible. Also, do not leave items stored around the home.

If management has to complete the work, the fees will be much higher than what an individual could contract the work for on their own.

Some of the accomplish-

ments this summer include: Road seal coating, tennis courts resurfaced, lake fountains cleaned and new LED lighting, pool deck painted, landscaping around the Clubhouse/pool bath building, and tennis building. Also, benches were replaced at shuffleboard courts, and adding hot water was added to the outside shower.

While we are on the subject of showers, let’s remember that the showers are for rinsing off before going into the pool. Please don’t tie up the facilities for extended periods of time for your personal use.

Just a reminder to pick up after your dog while out walking. The designated areas for walking them are around the lakes and the common areas up front. The dog run in the back is being enjoyed by

many. Please make use of it.

Your pet does like to run.

Thank you for your cooperation.

REMEMBER – TRASH OUT BY 7:00 AM ON MONDAYS AND THURSDAYS ALSO THE SPEED LIMIT IS 20 MPH LIGHT IN FRONT OF EACH HOME SHOULD BE ON IN THE EVENING

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FROM THE PRESIDENT manager, to the October meeting of the Association, who updated the membership on the improvements that were done over the summer and those that are to come in the near future. We live in a beautiful community and we appreciate the effort made by Doug and Hometown America to keep it a premier community.

The Bylaws Committee submitted their revisions to the Board at the October 6th Board meeting. All met with the Board’s approval. They will be part of the packet sent in December to members in good standing, which will also include the call for the Annual Meeting on Monday, January 11, 2016, the budget for 2016, and the candidates running for the Board of Directors. Remember, you must be present at the meeting to vote in the election of members to the Board.

The three major changes to our voting procedures brought about by the passing of HB 307 were introduced and discussed at the October Membership Meeting. These revisions were highlighted in the October Columns. Hopefully, those present

now understand these changes a little better. If necessary, we will introduce a shortened version at the November meeting for our returning snowbirds.

Thank you to the New England Club for hosting the Halloween Party. The season has begun! The Midwest Club is hosting the Christmas Party.

That’s always a special party to celebrate the Christmas season and it will be here before you know it. Watch for ticket sales to begin in early November.

The November Association Meeting is on Monday, November 9th at 7:00 PM. I look forward to seeing you there.

There is much to hear about and it is another venue to purchase tickets to the Christmas Party. I wish you all a wonderful Thanksgiving. We have much to be thankful for living in our beautiful, caring Tara Woods community.

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: Stuart & Belle Berman, Agatha Breen, Jane & Bill Crawford, Troy Duda, Lloyd & Carolyn Kelsey, Ralph Latimer, Sharie and Norm Libby, Diane & Bob Nunn, Kathy & Roger Rafferty, Ed Simko, George Stelling, Susan Uccello Gerald & Julia Wehrung.

ALTERNATES: Joanie Byrne, Joanne & Bob Byrne, Pat Dunning 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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As per my October article, I’m glad I understand how to cope with change. Before the Columns went to print, some information I wrote about was already obsolete. That’s a hazard of having to write an article so early in the month, or is it Murphy’s Law? There’s always the chance that something will change overnight, and if it can happen, it usually will. What I’m referring to is the introduction of a new Activities Coordinator, and the decorating and un-decorating of the Clubhouse for Christmas. Liz had to resign as Coordinator, and at this time we have no one to oversee the Christmas decorating and un-decorating. An appeal will be given at the October Membership Meeting to fill these voids. Hopefully, this information will be obsolete as well, before the November Columns goes to print. That would be a good thing! The Valentine’s Day party is still up for grabs.

Why not get a group together and try your hand at hosting a party? Your community would appreciate it.

We were pleased to welcome Doug Objartel, our community

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Janet Daly There is Always, Always, Always something to be thankful for.

(To view Activities, Sports & Clubs) Please see pages: 16, 20-22, & 23-25 Thank you!

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CHRISTMAS GOLF CART PARADE Tara Woods will hold its annual Golf Cart Christmas Parade on Wednesday, December 9th. The line up for the parade will begin at 5:00 PM at the Clubhouse parking lot. The parade will begin at 6:00 PM sharp.

There will be Christmas caroling and refreshments immediately following the parade in the Clubhouse. Bring your own beverage.

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TARA WOODS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION NEWS NOMINATIONS FOR DIRECTORS Please be advised that nominations for the Tara Woods Homeowners Association (TWHA) will be different this year. Instead of voting for “officers” as in the past, the voting will be for “directors” only. Once directors are elected by the membership, the directors will then ELECT the officers.

These changes come from the State of Florida and are mandated by amended Chapter 723 effective July 1, 2015.

This article is to inform you that now is the time for any TWHA members who want to run for a position of director to DO SO NOW. Please submit a short bio and photo to any member of the Nominating

Committee. All nominations must be in by Monday December 7th.

At the membership meeting on Monday, December 7th, nominations will be accepted from the floor. That will be the absolute last time nominations can be accepted. As of this writing, four names have been submitted: Janet Daly, Frank Millette, Ann Millette and Lou Dunning.

Nomination Committee Members are as follows: Fred Puhlfuerst: 731-1552 Celeste Perre: 731-7146 Peg Gamble: 740-304-4872

SUNSHINE AND SYMPATHY Condolences to the family and friends of Dave Simonson who passed away at Hospice from the effects of cancer on October 15th. Private services were held at the convenience of the family.

Get well wishes are sent to those in our community who are struggling with medical issues for themselves and thankfulness to their caregivers.

Stay well!

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TWHA DUES FOR 2016 2015, and you are paying your dues now, you will be paying for 2016. If you have not paid for 2015, you will NOW pay for 2015 and those dues will expire on January 31, 2016. This will mostly affect new residents who were not here a year ago.

In either case, you will ONLY be able to vote in the election on Monday, January 11, 2016 if you have already paid dues for 2015. Dues for 2016 are effective February 1, 2016 to January 31, 2017.

Sound confusing?? Contact me. I will explain.

Since the dues are the major income for the Homeowners

Association, I encourage you to become a new member, or to renew your membership from last year, I also ask that you pay your dues by the end of December. It makes my life easier on election night.

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Please be advised that I will be collecting Tara Woods Homeowners Association (TWHA) dues for 2016 every Saturday morning at Coffee and at the November, December and January homeowners meetings.

As in the past, the drill will be the same. The dues are $15.00 per home. Checks are made out to TWHA and should identify your lot number and which year you are paying for; cash is accepted. The dues can also be deposited in the mail slot outside the homeowners’ office or in the box outside my lanai door.

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TARA’S GOT TALENT A Fund Raiser for the Entertainers.

November 21st 7:00 PM $7.00 suggested donation General Admission and Cabaret Tables available.

You may bring your own beverage and snacks for cabaret tables only.

We will provide light refreshments after the show for a meet and greet.

We will be raffling a Spirit Basket and a Gourmet Basket.

Tickets sales started October 20th at Bingo and at Saturdays Coffee.

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SPANISH CLASS Due to unforeseen circumstances, Spanish Class will be postponed until further notice. We hope to start after the holidays. If you would like to guide our group, please contact Shirley Ringleben, 7312748.

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SATURDAY COFFEE Who: All residents, friends, family and visitors.

New residents especially welcome!

What: Saturday Morning Coffee Where: At the Clubhouse When: The first, third, fourth and fifth Saturday of the month at 8:00 AM

(Pancake Breakfast is the second Saturday from November – May) Why: To meet your friends and neighbors for friendly conversation over a cup or two of coffee.

• To hear what’s going on in the community at the General Meeting at 8:45 AM. • To meet members of the TWHA Board of Directors who take turns hosting each meeting.

• To support your Kitchen Committee who supply a variety of donuts, bagels and Kaiser Rolls with various toppings, including cream cheese, butter, jelly and homemade cream cheese w/olives or scallions.

• To purchase tickets to the latest events.

• To purchase “Social” tickets and, hopefully, leave with a little extra cash.

• To pay your Homeowner’s dues.

• To read the bulletin board.

• To hear some Wit and Wisdom from our residents.

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Is your flag faded and torn? Retire her to a proper disposal. Drop her off at 19553 Charleston Circle (Lot #12) or at the Guard House. Replacements are available from Bob Glandorf at a cost of $6.00.

When Christmas time arrives, we always conjure up memories of Christmas past. I remember when…… When I was little…….. We always celebrated at grandmas….. Everyone can relate to Christmas traditions in our family growing up, or traditions we had with our kids. Isn’t that what Christmas is all about?

This year is an old fashioned Christmas. It is the Christmas we want to remember – decorating the tree, and going to Grandmas. We encourage all Clubs to decorate their trees

with memories. The community Christmas party will focus on Christmas memories. Our goal is to bring memories to the front and conversation to the front of our memories.

Please come to an Old Fashioned Christmas at the Clubhouse on December 5th.

Tickets will be on sale at the Clubhouse starting on November 7th thru November 27th at Saturday morning Coffee and Bingo on Tuesday night. Time is short so don’t delay for a memorable Christmas. Tickets are $18.00 each. Come enjoy an Old Fashioned Christmas dinner and a dance with the one band show of Craig Singleton from the east coast of Florida.

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BREAST CANCER CHRISTMAS TREE Ornaments go on sale beginning November 3rd to honor those who have fought their battle with cancer.

Forms will be available at Coffee, Bingo and TWHA meetings.

Cost is $3.00 per ornament.

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ANNUAL HOLIDAY COLLECTION It’s once again time to begin collecting donations for our Annual Firefighters and Paramedics Holiday Dinners. These members of our North Fort Myers Fire Department do so much for our Tara Woods Community that it gives us great pleasure to give back to them during the holidays. As we did last year,

we will use your donations to provide Gift Certificates from Publix for the three shifts who work December 22nd, 23rd, and 24th, so that they can purchase Holiday dinners for their shifts.

We will accept donations at Bingo on Tuesday nights and at Saturday morning Coffee. Or you can call Chuck Poveromo

or Frank Millette and we will be happy to pick up your donation. Make any checks payable to “cash”. Please give generously to those who are always there for us in our time of need.

Thank you.

Chuck Poveromo, 560-9642, and Frank Millette, 543-2954.

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TOYS FOR NEEDY CHILDREN FOR CHRISTMAS Once again this year we are working with OMA’s Heart to collect new toys for needy children in North Fort Myers for Christmas. Please donate an unwrapped toy and place your gift under the Christmas trees on stage beginning November 28th.

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OUR 60th ANNIVERSARY We had a big September! We had our 60th celebration planned for a weekend at Lake Lawn Resort in Delavan, Wisc. Unbeknownst to us, our family, and especially our daughter, Valerie and Ron, planned a surprise weekend for us, the weekend before in Door County – to celebrate our anniversary and Ken’s birthday – and we all did both weekends.

Our granddaughter, husband and Bradley, 1½, were visiting and in walked our family, including our son, Greg, Wendy and grandson, Bryan from Iowa, yelling “Surprise” and giving us

balloons and flowers. The whole weekend was all planned and we just enjoyed it all – picnic, cakes, gifts, dinner at an elegant restaurant and church the next day, even though they had to travel a distance to come.

Ken and I celebrated at Lake Delavan. The next day, with family, we had fun riding on our son, Steve, and Darla’s pontoon boat. We were treated to another delicious dinner. I’ve included a few photos and there are more on Facebook. It was a great anniversary.

Beth Ferri

WEEK IN POCONOS I spent a week in the Poconos with Bette Davis and Ken Atkinson. What a great time!

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NEW HAMPSHIRE GREENHOUSE COLLABORATIVE UPDATE This is an update from New Hampshire on the Greenhouse collaborative On the right hand side is a brief summary of how we are doing in the Greenhouse, poundwise, comparing 2014 to 2015.

We must keep in mind that we did add some growing beds last Fall…...443 square feet to the existing 1008 square feet. To do better with the added “real estate”, we needed to produce at

least 2050 pounds this season.

We’ve already surpassed that.

I am confident that by the end of our 2015 growing season, we will have doubled our production. Consequently, this has saved New Horizons thousands of purchase dollars for produce.

These results are all thanks to the wonderful collaborative of Greenhouse volunteers, their hard work and care to log each item of produce into the Plant

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Cucumbers Zucchini Cherry Tomatoes Other Tomatoes Peppers Scallions Onions Greens Carrots.

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2015 Pounds As of 9/31/15 234 318 273 575 298 22 88 329 5 75 8 2229

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CANADIAN CLUB

MIDWEST CLUB November News

Welcome all Canadians to our first get-together of the season.

The Midwest Club officers would like to thank all our members for making our Oktoberfest such a fun event.

When: Friday, November 20th, 4:30 PM As was discussed at our October meeting, we have some very important things to discuss at our November meeting. The first order of business will be to take any written changes you would like to see in the Midwest guidelines for our Club. If you did not attend the October meeting, please stop in at the Clubhouse and get the Midwest guidelines that are up for revision. We will be voting on the guidelines and any changes in the coming month. The second order of business will be to start planning the Community Christmas party our Club is hosting on December 5th. We will only have 24 days until the community party as of our November meeting, so all hands are needed. There will be two sign-up sheets on our Midwest board in the Clubhouse. One is to sign up to volunteer to serve or bring a soup, salad or dessert for the November meeting. Remember! If you serve or bring something to the meeting, you will be eligible for the Hotel drawing on Sanibel. The second sign-up sheet is just to let us know you will be coming to the event. We need a count for table set-up and table service.

The minutes from the October Midwest meeting can be found on the board in the Clubhouse.

Where: Prawn Broker Restaurant, 13451 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers www.prawnbrokerfortmyers.com • Early catch menu Reservations have to be made, so please RSVP Carole or Frank Neveu by email: cashew.neveu@gmail.com no later than November 4th

MID-ATLANTIC CLUB

November Event: Friday, November 13th at 5:00 PM. Sign-up to let us know you are coming or email Sue Lanum at graced5757@gmail.com.

Also sign up to bring a soup, salad, etc. at the Clubhouse for the November Community Christmas planning meeting.

Remember, every event you volunteer for not only makes light work, but it also entitles you to enter your name in the Sanibel Hotel drawing.

CHILI COOK-OFF!

The Mid-Atlantic Club will have a “Chili Cook-Off” at our November meeting on Sunday, November 15th at 4:00 PM. Members, be sure to sign up for this fun event at the Clubhouse.

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We need about 4 to 5 cooks to volunteer to make their best chili recipe. Just indicate on the sign-up sheet that you will be bringing chili.

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THE BEST CHILI COOK IN THE MID-ATLANTIC CLUB AWARD!

What a great welcome back to Tara Woods. We celebrated the start of the new season with our Wine and Cheese Party in October.

It was great to see some new people. We hope you plan to attend all our meetings and events and participate as much as possible.

As usual, Bring Your Own Beverage and remember, dues are payable now.

Dues will need to be paid before December 1st before you sign up for our annual Christmas Party at Bianca’s restaurant on December 13th.

Submitted by Mary Donald, Secretary

NEW ENGLAND CLUB

The NY/NJ Club is hosting the Bake Sale at the Craft Fair on Saturday, November 7th. Many of you have already signed up to bring baked goods for the sale and also to help on that day. Thank You! If you haven’t signed up, the sheet is on the Club bulletin board.

The more goods we get, the better the sale. From past experience, breads and pies are big sellers as people prepare for Thanksgiving.

Our next meeting is Saturday, November 14th, when we cel567-2285 ebrate Thanksgiving together as a

Club. BJ’s rotisserie chicken and dessert will be provided. Please sign up to bring a side dish to share with everyone.

If I didn’t get your email address, please email me so I can keep you up-to-date on Club activities. I look forward to seeing you at the Bake Sale on November 7th and at our meeting on November 14th. If you have any questions, give me a call or send an email.

Janet Daly janetdaly@yahoo.com

New York/New Jersey Club Meetings/Events 2015-2016 Save the Dates!

A HUUUUGE THANK YOU to all our New England Club members who helped to make the Halloween Party a success! You all know who you are, and we could not have done it without your support!

Our next event is the Tara Woods Craft Fair, hosted by the New England Club on Saturday, November 7th. Please come and support this event, and don’t forget the Bake Sale, Lunch on the Verandah and the raffle!

On Saturday, November 28th, we will decorate the New England Christmas Tree at 9:30 AM. The more the merrier! And we are always looking for more New England themed ornaments to trim our tree. Our entire tree is almost entirely decorated by ornaments or decorations donated by our members, so let’s keep the tradition going!

Saturday, Nov. 14: 4:00pm Club Thanksgiving Dinner - BJ’s Chicken –You bring Thanksgiving side dishes. Pumpkin & Apple pie provided.

Saturday, Nov. 28: 9:30am Decorate Christmas Tree/Clubhouse Sunday, Dec. 6: 4:00pm Antipasto/Italian Dinner and Christmas Party Saturday, Jan. 2, 2016: 9:30am Un-decorate Christmas Tree/Clubhouse Sunday, Jan. 3: 4:00pm Soups, Stews & Chowders Friday, Feb. 5: 4:00pm Host “A Nite at the Races” Saturday, Feb. 6: 4:00pm Subs, Salads & Dessert Fri/Sat, Feb. 26/27: Appreciation Weekend Sunday, March 13: 4:00pm Club Birthday Party Saturday, April 9: 4:00pm Lobsterfest w/New England Club Saturday, April 30: 12 noon Out-to-Lunch Meeting Monday, September 5: 1:00pm Host Labor Day Party

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TENNIS NEWS TENNIS ASSOCIATION MEETING The first Tennis Association Meeting of the new season will be held on Sunday, November 22nd, starting at 5:45 PM. We hope to see all of you there.

ROUND ROBIN The first Round Robin of the season is set for Sunday, November 22nd. Janice Johnston has volunteered to host the dinner for that Round Robin, and Janell Wissler has volunteered to handle the courtside refreshments.

The sign-up sheet for the tennis portion of the Round Robin will be posted on the Tennis Bulletin Board in early November. We hope to have a lot of the tennis players signing up to play – the more people who sign up,

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Farmers’ Skills Can Pay Off for Investors, Too

In many parts of the country, it’s harvest season. As a consumer, you will certainly be affected by the labors of farmers — and their particular skill set can also teach you a lot in your role as investor.

Here are a few suggestions for putting farmers’ behaviors to work for you: • Keep a cool head. Farmers have to cope with all sorts of challenges – bad weather, changing crop prices, availability and cost of land, global trade policies, etc. But the most successful farmers don’t panic, follow sound agricultural practices and adapt their work habits as necessary. As an investor, you, too, need to keep a cool head, especially in the face of volatile markets, political turmoil and changes in the economy. Don’t overreact to today’s headlines; instead, constantly plan for tomorrow, and follow an investment strategy designed to help you achieve your goals.

• Keep learning. Farmers are constantly learning new techniques from agricultural extension services and other sources. When you invest, you can also benefit from educating yourself on the various factors – corporate earnings, changing interest rates, and so on – affecting the financial markets.

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Be patient. Farmers plant crops and nurture them carefully for months before it’s harvest time. In fact, it’s possible that no other occu- pation requires such a willingness to wait for results – and payouts. Similarly, when you invest, you simply can’t expect to instantly turn huge profits; no matter what you may hear, investing is not a “get rich quick” type of endeavor. The best investors work toward growth slowly, over a period of many decades, and only by diligently pursuing a strategy that’s appropriate for their individual needs, goals and risk tolerance. In short, when it comes to investing, patience isn’t just a virtue – it’s a necessity.

Farmers work long hours, but they don’t just work hard – they work smart. Emulating their work habits and patterns can help as you cultivate the investment fields.

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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.

BOCCE Tuesdays at 10:00 AM 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. Call Beth Ferris, 543-6295, or Rita Sick, 731-1106, if you are interested in joining this friendly group to play bridge.

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 Line Dancing was suspended for the summer. We will resume on Tuesday, November 6th, at 10:30 AM. All are welcome, from beginners on up. Come join us for some good exercise and good fun!

Questions: Marcia, 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 Meets on Wednesday Nights In the Clubhouse Card Room at 7:00 PM. $.50 to buy in, but offers some “big” prize money!

Contact: Bill Keibler, 586-216-6526, or Lorraine Smith, 567-1392.

Wednesday, November 11th 5:00 PM - on the Verandah $2.00 per person donation Please bring a substantial appetizer for the table to share.

Sign up on the bulletin board in the Clubhouse so we can plan for the number.

If you know of someone who has not been to Happy Hour, Sign them up and bring them with you.

We are looking forward to seeing you there.

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 Arlene Greene, 850-207-1084, or Marty Hradkowsky, 609-709-7717.

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.

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We look forward to seeing you in January 2016 for the movie REAL STEEL. Lloyd and Carolyn Kelsey

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Contact Shirley Ringleben, 731-2748, before November 10th for Special Recognition of Anniversaries, 50, 55 or 60+ in December 2015!

Book Discussion Club Thursday, November 5th at 1:30 PM Tara Woods Clubhouse Living Room 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

The New Image Chorus began their 5th season on Monday, October 5th. At that time we had the pleasure to welcome our new Director, Dave Adams and his wife, Nancy.

Dave and Nancy come to us from Rockport, Mass. and now reside in Del Tura. They are both multi-talented with a musical background in band, chorus, theatre and radio.

Our first rehearsal gave us a “taste” of what we will be doing and believe me it will be exciting.

With that thought in mind, we want to extend a personal invitation to anyone interested in singing and doing whatever Dave might have in his musical notebook.

Rehearsals are in the Clubhouse on Mondays from 1:30-3:30 PM. Come by and check us out!

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TARA WOODS COMPUTER CLUB Welcome back to our winter residents!

In November, the Computer Club will begin a new season of free computer classes for the owners, renters, and guests of Tara Woods. These are held at 10:30 AM every Thursday in the Card Room at the Clubhouse. They are open to everyone, and there is no membership fee.

Our first meeting, on Thursday, November 5th, is an introductory get-together. We will discuss our upcoming schedule and I will take suggestions for topics that you would like to have covered in the lessons. Try to think of any subjects that you might be interested in. Our next meeting, on November 12th, will provide a summary overview of each of the topics (both Basic and General) that we intend to cover during the coming year. I will also be available to answer any of your questions at that time.

November 19th will be our first actual lesson. This will be a description, demonstration, and critique of the new Microsoft Windows 10 for the benefit of anyone who will be purchasing a new computer after Thanksgiving. ALL new computers come with this new version of Windows. I will also discuss how to upgrade from Windows 7 or 8 for free. If you are thinking about performing this upgrade, DON’T DO IT until you see this presentation. We will not meet on Thanksgiving Day (November 26th).

Our normal schedule of classes begins on December 3rd. The first and third Thursdays of each month are devoted to Computer Basics. This is a complete course on how to use your computer. The second and fourth Thursdays are reserved for general subjects, and cover a single specific topic of interest. If there is a fifth Thursday in a month, it is an open question and answer session where you can ask me almost anything you want. We will not meet on December 24th or 31st due to the holidays.

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(Continuing Computer Club from page 21) 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. The General topics cover all sorts of subjects, programs, and hardware, including Windows, the Internet, email, multi-media, tablets, and e-book readers. We spend as much time as we need to on each topic, and the next topic to be covered is always 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 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 6520488. I’m looking forward to seeing you.

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So Ladies and Gentlemen…..soon TARA’S GOT TALENT will be making its debut on stage.

A Fund Raiser for the Entertainers Saturday, November 21st 7:00 PM $7.00 suggested donation General Admission and Cabaret tables available You may Bring Your Own Beverage and snacks for cabaret tables only.

We will provide light refreshments after the show for a meet and greet.

We will be raffling a Spirit Basket and a Gourmet Basket.

Tickets started on sale on October 20th at Bingo and at Saturday’s Coffee.

This will be your chance to be in the audience enjoying your fellow Tara-ites performing; or possibly you will be one of the lucky ones on stage with your talent. We want to say thanks to all of you for helping in any way to make this become a reality. Last year when Polly Brown and I suggested this as a fund raiser for the Entertainers, we were not sure that it could really happen, but here we are, a few weeks from the show.

Thanks again to all! We are getting people from

the whole community to highlight their talents.

Not everyone’s talent is on stage; some have talents in different ways like sound, lights, ticket sales, hall set-up, back stage or in the kitchen. We have different talents for different people. The important part is that we enjoy working together to achieve a successful end. Getting to this point was a lot of work but it gave us a chance to get to talk to and know people who were new to us. We hope to see you in the audience on Saturday, November 21st. So make sure to get your tickets for Tara’s Got Talent at Saturday’s Coffee or before Bingo, then come and enjoy the show.

P.S. The Entertainers are actively looking for people, male or female, who would like to act in our plays. We are looking for interested people to begin by standing in for our current actors when they take time off. This practice could put you in a great position to participate in future productions. With many residents returning and many new people moving into Tara Woods, we are hoping to find people who would like to try their hand at acting. No previous experience is necessary! Give it a try in one of our practices this season and see if you like it. We practice on Mondays and Thursdays at 8:00 AM in the Clubhouse. Contact Patty Sparany, 543-5144, or Pat Dunning, 599-4490, if you are interested.

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A salad or a dessert (please bring in TWO serving dishes; we will set up on both sides of the Clubhouse).

Please note what you prefer to drink from the selection of White wine / Red wine / Zinfindel (pink) wine when you sign up.

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NOVEMBER GARDENING CALENDAR kale, and lettuce.

What to do Perennials: Divide and replant overgrown perennials, ornamental grasses, and bulbs now so that they establish before the coolest weather arrives.

Fungal disease: Until May, watch for brown patch and large patch, fungal diseases that cause areas of grass to turn brown.

Since treatment is difficult, prevention with proper cultural practices is key.

Scale on ornamental plants: Now that temperatures are lower, use dormant oil sprays to control scale insects.

Irrigation: Plants need less

supplemental watering in cooler weather. Turn off systems and water only if needed.

Poinsettias: Watch for hornworms on poinsettias planted in the landscape. This pest can quickly defoliate a plant; handpick or treat only the area infested.

Lawns: This is a great time to plant ryegrass to cover bare patches in the lawn.

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Excerpts from the University of Florida Gardening calendar the complete calendar can be found at: solutionsforyourlife.ufl.edu/lawn_and_garden/ calenda

CLUBHOUSE MINISTRIES Are you looking for a Bible Study group?

Come join us on Tuesday mornings at 10:00 AM in the Clubhouse Meeting Room. We are currently studying “The Book of James”, getting a better understanding of him. We use a study guide by Max Lucado.

Commercial & Residential

Everyone is invited to join us. We are a nondenominational group. Looking forward to meeting you. Bring a friend if you like. See you next Tuesday.

Contracting, Inc.

ADDITIONS & REPAIRS Remodeling ~ Kitchens and Baths Vinyl and Stucco Siding Plumbing ~ Water Softeners, Heaters, Faucets Repipes, Toilets, Sinks, Etc.

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What to plant Bedding Plants: Create a display of fall colors with cool season plants. Some to try are impatiens, strawflower, cape daisy, and pansy.

Bulbs: Many bulbs like to get their start in cool weather. Bulbs to plant this month include amaryllis, crinum, and the many varieties of elephant’s ear.

Herbs: Continue planting herbs from seeds or plants.

A wide variety of herbs like cooler, dryer weather, including cilantro, dill, fennel, parsley, sage, and thyme.

Vegetables: Continue planting cool season crops such as beet, broccoli, cabbage, carrot,

Sunshine Cleaning

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For more information or questions, call Ruth Simko, 731-7364

THE SCARLETT LADIES OF TARA The Red Hat Luncheon for November will be held on Tuesday the 3rd at Ford’s Garage on First Street in Downtown Fort Myers. We will meet at 1:00 PM. The sign-up sheet is in the Clubhouse.

Phillips, 731-5802.

Watch for information about the December Christmas lunch in the next Columns and/or on the Bulletin Board in the Clubhouse.

12/15

If you have any questions, please call Donna

Verbal reservations will not be accepted.

After sign-up, you will be contacted for payment of respective activity.

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GOING PLACES

HAPPY TURKEY EATING!

JANUARY CRUISERS JANUARY CRUISERS

ENTERTAINMENT INFORMATION Show times became available between the October & November issues of the Columns.

However, since shows have performances on select days & times, we took the liberty of making reservations for the days & times that will not interfere with dinner, etc. By the time you read this, you should have received notice of the shows that are RESERVED & CONFIRMED; it’s the same for everyone. (in our group) IF ANYONE WOULD LIKE TO MAKE CHANGES TO THEIR OWN RESERVATIONS, you can do so by calling (800) 398-9819, option 1 Jan 31 (Sun)

Feb 1 (Mon)

Feb 2 (Tues)

Feb 3 (Wed)

Feb 4 (Thurs)

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PLAID TIDINGS – Off Broadway Palm Theatre KENNY G’s CHRISTMAS – Barbara B Mann – 7:30 pm KATHLEEN MADIGAN – Barbara B Mann GINO VANELLI – Barbara B Mann – 8 pm CELTIC WOMAN: HOME for CHRISTMAS – Barbara B Mann – 7 pm THE NUTCRACKER – Moscow Ballet – BBM – (2) performances - 3 and 7 pm CHRISTMAS LIGHT CRUISE – departs Fisherman’s Village Marina in Punta Gorda. Enjoy an evening Canal Cruise to see Christmas Lights & Decorations – “A Punta Gorda Tradition “ for 30+ years. Precede cruise w/dinner (on your own) in the Village or wherever, for an enjoyable Holiday evening. CAPACITY CONTROLLED – RESERVE EARLY!

REMINDERS

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PAUL ANKA – Barbara B Mann – 7 pm - $69.39 CRUISE FINAL DOC MEETING – Clubhouse – 9:30 am – after coffee TARA WOODS 2016 CRUISE on Royal Caribbean’s – OASIS of the SEAS This WESTERN CARIBBEAN cruise leaves out of Ft. Lauderdale w/stops in Cozumel, Mexico; Falmouth, Jamaica and Labadee, Haiti. Bus from Tara Woods included.

JANUARY CRUISERS SEE ADDITIONAL ARTICLE

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NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH Your NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH is working for you.

The two primary reasons for the WATCH are the protection of our residents and the observation of our community.

Check on your neighbors who may be housebound or ill. If you haven’t seen them for a while, check on them.

If you see something out of the ordinary call and report the problem. (911 or 239-477-1000).

THIS MONTH’S TIP

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

Verbal reservations will not be accepted.

After sign-up, you will be contacted for payment of respective activity.

ALL theatre, day and extended trips, cruises, etc., are open to family and friends (near and far) of TARA WOODS’ residents. ALL ARE WECOMED! ***

HAPPY TURKEY EATING!

JANUARY CRUISERS

CATS – 8:45-11-15 pm – Get a glimpse of cat culture with the Jellicle tribe – a group of close-knit house, street and railway cats. See them assemble for the biggest event of the year, the Jellicle Ball, in CATS – one of the world’s best known and best loved musicals.

25 OASIS of DREAMS - 9:30-10:15 pm – Set in the deepest saltwater pool aboard any ship at sea, Oasis of Dreams is an unparalleled extravaganza created specifically for the AquaTheater onboard Oasis of the Seas. Witness the captivating beauty of synchronized swimming, the breathtaking athleticism of Olympic-class divers & the heart-pounding drama of acrobatic performances.

Once the show starts, all you’ll do is watch in amazement.

HEADLINER SHOWTIME – 8:30-9:15 pm – World-class vocalists, tribute bands, spellbinding illusionists, acrobats & aerialists – even the design of the stage itself will draw you into an entertainment experience that’s like no other. Each show is offered three times throughout the cruise, so there’s no way you can miss out on the delights & diversions the headline entertainers bring to the stage.

FROZEN in TIME – 8:30-9:15 pm – Step into the pages of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairy tales and see them beautifully played out on ice. Toprated ice skaters from around the world deliver emotional performances and impeccable ice skating for your enjoyment. It’s a breathtaking show combining spectacular choreography, moving theatrics, imaginative costumes and soaring music. Add this guest favorite to your must-see list on Oasis of the Seas.

COME FLY with ME – 8:30-9:15 pm – Behold a spectacle of color, movement and amazement by a spectacular array of singers, dancers and aerialists – only on Oasis of the Seas. Experience the fascination of flight with astounding props and dazzling musical numbers, plus amazing feats from the gravity-defying aerial acrobats. It’s a theatrical adventure in the Opal Theater that you’ll never forget.

STAND UP COMEDY SHOW – 9-10 pm –What’s a cruise vacation without some raunchy adult humor thrown in the mix? One side-splitting wisecrack after another will leave you rolling on the floor. Improv performers & standup comedians deliver nonstop laughs at Comedy LIVE, an intimate venue w/limited seating. It’s an adults-only show that will have you laughing all night long.

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Enjoy your winter here in Tara Woods.

Beware of anyone asking for your personal information whom you have not contacted.

Remember your bank will not ask for your info via email.

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Poolside Pub Located Inside Del Tura Golf & Country Club • Public Always Welcome $4.99 Lunch Specials Every Day 11-3 • Happy Hour Every Day 3-6 STOP IN AND GRAB A CALENDAR OF EVENTS TODAY!

MONDAY Live Music at 5:30 pm TUESDAY Karaoke (6 pm) WEDNESDAY Wing Night! Buy 20 Wings GET A PITCHER OF BEER! THURSDAY “Name That Tune” Is Back!

FRIDAY Live Music Every Friday Night (5 pm) All-You-Can-Eat Fish Fry All Day and Night!

SATURDAY Karaoke (6 pm) SUNDAY $3.50 Bloody Mary Specials - Live Music 1 PM Come watch your favorite NFL team play every Sunday with food and drink specials all day and night!

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Breakfast Served Every Day 8 AM - 11 AM in the

Fountain Grille Public Welcome!

SUNDAYS 1 PM MON. & FRI. NIGHTS

5 PM ALL MONTH LONG!!

ALL EVENTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE!

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