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January 2014

Sun City Center Golf Cart Parade a Smashing Success A Creative Case of Christmas Magic

In the late evening of December 6 Connie Lesko, Business DevelopmentCoordinator at Freedom Plaza was adding finishing touches to the Freedom Plaza entry in the annual Sun City Center Golf Cart Christmas Parade. On a bright Saturday morning, December 7 the finished entry joined a dazzling display of over 100 carts lined up at SCC Community Center, each more original than the last. An awesome sight!

At Freedom Plaza, an out size golf cart that is ordinarily used to transport residents from one end of the campus to another had been transformed. Eight passengers boarded the cart that now sparkled with red, blue, silver tinsel and fringe, topped off with two large silver stars. In the spirit of the day the red clad residents of Freedom Plaza wearing Santa hats sang Christmas and patriotic songs as we rode along the parade route. The parade was greeted by the enthusiastic residents of Sun City Center lining the streets. Good cheer was the order of the day as “Merry Christmas” was heard over and over throughout the parade route.

Near the end of the parade route an overworked battery died.

The Freedom Plaza cart came to a complete stop. Like a bit of Christmas magic, people rushed to the stricken chariot to help.

Willing hands pushed the big cart off to one side. Other neighbors helped solved the problem and sent us on our merry way. Yes, the spirit of Christmas giving is alive and well on the streets of SCC. All in all, a grand tribute to the Season we all love so much.

As we celebrate the arrival of 2014, our shared wish for the New Year is“a lasting peace for all mankind, for this year and the years to come.”

It was a beautiful December day and the parade route was lined with hundreds of spectators.

By Phyllis Hodges To say that Grand Marshal Charley Belcher was impressed with the creativity SCC residents showed to reflect the 2013 Golf Car Parade’s theme, Sights and Sounds of the Season, is an understatement. “Some of these entries should go through an x-ray

to make sure there is a golf cart under there,” he commented following the parade. The threetime Emmy award-winning feature reporter for Fox TV also said, “If the world could have the sense of community that you have here, it would be a better world.”

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SCC Shuffleboard Club Beats Rival Rice Creek Bayshore Shuffle Travel League Tournament

On Wednesday, December 11, 2013, the Sun City Center shuffleboard travel team was braced for their second match of the season with Rice Creek, the current league front-runner.

It was the 4th match of this season’s 18-match tournament and was played here at the Sun City Center shuffleboard courts. The other two teams in the Bayshore Shuffle Travel League, Hawaiian Isles “A” and “B” also played their 4th match at Hawaiian Isles.

Having been defeated by Rice Creek in their first game this year, the SCC travel team has held practices twice each week, with some players, also getting together to hold additional practices session in addition to participating in the SCC Shuffleboard Club regular play.

It has apparently been working because the Sun City Center team had its best outing in the two years since the team was formed.

This week’s match against Rice Creek resulted in a victory by Sun City Center over Rice Creek with a final score of 9 to 6. While Continued on Page 7

Poem ...................................... 2 33573............................... 7 - 12 Club News .............13 -14 & 24 Golf................................ 16 - 18

SCC Shuffleboard Club Member Wins Bronze

FL International Senior Games & State Championships

Cobleigh warms up for match against Rice Creek.

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Bulletin.......................... 19 - 22 Faith............................. 25 & 28 Military ......................... 26 & 27 Contract Bridge................... 29 Crossword & Sudoku........... 29 Solutions to Puzzles.............. 31

Don Cobleigh won the Bronze Medal for shuffleboard (65 to 69 age group) in the Florida International Senior Games and State Championships.

Cobleigh initially qualified by winning his age group at the Hillsborough County Senior Games in October of this year.

He joined the SCC Shuffleboard Club about two years ago. He joined the SCC Shuffleboard Travel League upon its creation in the fall of 2012 and currently holds the position of Co-Captain. Cobleigh serves on the Board of Directors of the SCC Shuffleboard Club.

Earlier this year, Cobleigh competed in the senior billiards competition and placed second in his age group. Don and his wife Beth moved to SCC in 2011 from Pennsylvania and are active in a variety of SCC clubs.

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January Poem Submission From Above

The Editor’s Corner

Thanks

By E. Adam Porter, Editor in Chief, NOKP Before I write another word, there’s one thing I want to say.

THANK YOU for reading the News of Kings Point. We started this publication back in 2009 with the goal of giving you a newspaper that reflected your community, that focused on all the things that make Kings Point and Sun City Center a great place to live and work and play. Year after year, you have responded by sending us your thanks – emails and letters and phone calls sharing your appreciation for this publication.

Thank you.

Now, most of us are familiar with the old saw about not doing good works for applause.

There are endless versions, but, essentially, it goes a little something like this: “If you do good works expecting to be rewarded, you can expect to be disappointed.”

The moral is that doing good is its own reward. Sometimes people either don’t or won’t see it or appreciate it. The lesson?

Do good anyway.

Maybe you heard about the recent robbery of a non-profit organization in our community.

About two weeks before Christmas, someone stole a van full of bicycles and other gifts meant for poor migrant children.

A friend of mine who owns a business in this community heard about the robbery on TV and decided to do something about it. He went to the Sun City Center Wal Mart and, with the help of two generous managers, purchased a trailer full of bicycles to replace those that were stolen.

I met my friend over at the Wal Mart and helped him deliver the bikes. We arrived at the place, found an employee, and explained who we were and what we were about. Now, I can’t tell you exactly what I was expecting, but it certainly wasn’t a frown, a dismissive wave and: “Drive around back.”

But that’s what we got, so that’s what we did. The employee showed us where to put the bikes, and we unloaded the trailer. We finished and my friend offered the employee a smile and a “Merry Christmas.”

The employee glanced at us, turned his back and walked away, along with a volunteer who stood by, watching us unload the bikes.

The adults may not have appreciated the gifts, but there will be (at least) ten children who will be treated to a Christmas they will never forget. They will

never know the origin of those bikes, and that’s exactly how we want it.

I can almost hear those shouts of joy on Christmas morning. I can see those first few tentative pedal rotations as the kid wobbles down the sidewalk. Sometime soon, in neighborhoods all over south county, there will be kids racing those bikes up and down the road, making endless laps in the driveway and, sometime next summer, someone will build a ramp out of plywood and a few old tires. Timeless memories.

More than enough to make up for any cranky employee’s forgotten thank you.

Of course, not everyone forgets to express their gratitude.

As editor of this publication, I am in a unique position to hear the unvarnished truth from many in our community. I also have the privilege to hear from many grateful readers each and every month.

Now, it may not seem PC to name names, and I certainly don’t want to leave anyone else out or make anyone feel forgotten. But, after four years of doing this, I have learned that there are a handful of people who will never take the coverage they get in these pages for granted. Whether it’s on the front page or buried in the Bulletin, we always get a thank you. Always.

So, at the risk of offending some folks … but without any intentionof doing so … I am going to name some names.

Just some.

Jim Butner heads up Non Denominational Christian Worship Services, a local group that goes to various locations in the area and hosts praise and prayer services. Jim and his team are ministers in the best possible definition of the word, and he is always the first to say thank you when his ministry receives press coverage.

Chris O’Harahandles publicity for the Women’s Chorus of Sun City Center. Whether we are doing a promo or a recap story, Chris never fails to say “thank you.” She is a credit to our community and a wonderful ambassador for our talented local songbirds.

Frank Kepley does such an incredible job with the monthly recap of various military association functions that I think of him as our unofficial Military Liaison. Beyond his tireless efforts for MOWW, MOAA and MFST (among others), Frank never fails to express his gratitude, even when he is the one doing

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Life...

From first cry...to...last breath soft, unsteady baby steps... turn to...thunderous, deliberate assaults against time.

Days quickly gather to form decades; Yesterdays suddenly meld as by-gone years.

Ease is dammed behind walls of dis-ease.

Every day stress morphs overhead as dark clouds of dis-stress.

But an ever-present, soothing calm continues to dance on the air; The challenged are consumed by and sway gently to its rhythm.

From beginning to unfinished end, a recognizable, stark, white thread stands out amongst the less vibrant many in a matted, knotted, busy tapestry.

Staring into the diverse faces of the challenger, a readily accessible, incomprehensible feeling settles the soul again and again and again.

Its moniker and origin, no longer a mystery

Peace....

©2013 Suzanne S. Austin-Hill

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Terrianne Wallace was one of three therapists giving free massages.

Ron & Linda Ringenback took home $1,300 for their entry in the Individual category--$800 for 1st Place Best Decorated & an additional $500 for Best in Show which was chosen from the winners of the 3 categories.

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The parade attracted 131 entries this year, down from 160 in 2012.

Minto Communities donated $6,000 for prize money.

Following the parade, Dave Birkett, committee chairman,

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and spectators, and for that we could not be more pleased. We look forward to next year’s parade with great anticipation. We also extend our congratulations to all the winners for their hard work.”

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At Minto’s Winter Festival following the parade, Audrey and Mark Vietzke try on headgear for their free photos in the Clik-me-Quik booth.

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Chris and Vickie Robinson, on behalf of the Portsmouth Condo Association, Kings Point, accepted the $800 award for 1st Place in the Groups category.

Patty Brandt was the lucky winner of $1,000 in the raffle that included all 131cart entries. This was a new award this year.

Security Patrol Chief Bob Powers and Captain Mike Kent signed up Linda Raymond as a new volunteer.

Johnny Cook of Bay Services Corporation won 1st Place in the Business category ($800) with his Home Sweet Home entry.

In the cart with him are wife, Sherry, grandson, Christian, and granddaughter, Eva.

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Don Cobleigh, Co-Captain of the Sun City Center Shuffle Travel League.

Rice Creek Shuffleboard Travel Team

Front Row: Betty Korpusik, Cap Pooler, Thelma Dreibelbis, Mary Fowler, Larry Fowler.

Back Row: Ray Champlin, Gene Korpusik,Dalton Bradely, Armond More, Dave Hodsdon.

extremely happy about the win, the team was back at practice on Thursday after the match, preparing for next week’s match against Hawaiian Isles “A” which will be an “away” match held at Hawaiian Isles.

The SCC team continues to improve every week. Team Captain Roger Kennicutt along with his Co-Captain Don Cobleigh and their fine coaches continue follow a multifaceted training

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program. The program includes training in both improvement of basic shooting technique and learning the game strategies.

The strategies being taught have been tested by time and have been winning games for 100 years for thousands of shufflers around the country.

Current League Standings: [note that a match has a maximum total score of 15 points] through Match 4.

Rice Creek............................ 36 Hawaiian Isles “B”................ 34 Hawaiian Isles “A” ............... 26 Sun City Center.................... 24 The next match to be played at home will be held at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, January 15, 2014. The match will be against Hawaiian Isles “B”, one of the current top two teams in the League. Community Association and guests are welcome to come down to the shuffleboard courts and watch how a match is played.

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Sun City Center Shuffleboard Travel Team Front Row: Eileem Caudill, Carlene Bowen, Ursula Joyal, Charlie Vorst, Bill Dias, Don Cobleigh Back Row: Dave Botting, Phil Baker, Ben Caudill, Moe Joyal, Dave Clarke.

most (if not all) of the work.

Barry Dyer is another military man who practices the art of appreciation. Not only does Barry take the time to email us back when we print a story about the Silver Ospreys, he always takes a moment to stop and say “thanks” when he sees me coming through the front gate.

These four folks are FAR from the only appreciative correspondents we enjoy at News of Kings Point.

Where most publications have to sift through stacks of angry “letters” to the editor, we are spoiled with loads of folks who know the value of simple gratitude.

Just one more reason why working on your community newspaper is more than a job. It’s a joy. Thanks for reading. Thanks for sending in those submissions.

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THU. JAN 2 - SCC REGISTERED NURSES CLUB 9:00 a.m. in the Caper Room of the Atrium Building for coffee, conversation and a business meeting followed by a lecture at 10 a.m. Our guest lecturer is Judy Martin, Director of Development and Community Outreach for St. Joseph Hospital South. Judy will brief us about the new hospital on Big Bend Road. All RNs and guests are welcome to attend. Questions may be directed to Lynne Murphy, President, SCC RN Club at 634 6707 or Helen Tavares 813-938-4694.

THU. JAN 2 - OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS - EVERY THURSDAY 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe office building, 16650 S US Highway 301, Wimauma. The only requirement for attending is a desire to stop compulsively overeating. OA is an international 12-step organization/ program that addresses the emotional, spiritual and physical needs of those desiring to stop compulsively eating and/or overeating. No scales, dues or fees and all are welcome. Please join us at this newly formed Thursday meeting. You can learn more about OA online at: www.oa.org/ newcomers/is-oa-for-you THU. JAN 2 - AGING GRACEFULLY SUPPORT GROUP 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Drive. This is a support group for individuals who are learning to live with the effects of aging in a graceful, healthy manner with some humor to make it better! Facilitated by Kay Coburn Dyer, Geriatric Care Manager.

THU. JAN 2 – MASTER GARDENER: GETTING YOUR GARDEN READY FOR SPRING 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. at the South Shore Library, 15816 Beth

Shields Way, Ruskin Fl. Get ready for gardening season by learning to be a detective in your yard. Participants will learn how to start planning a new garden or how to care for an existing landscape.

Emphasis is placed on understanding your soil, planning, care and maintenance, and troubleshooting pests and diseases. Presented in partnership with Hillsborough County Extension Service. Free event--no registration required.

For more information, contact the library at 813-273-3652.

FRI JAN 3 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY MEDITATION AND DISCUSSION GROUP 1:00 p.m. in the Palm Room, Central Campus. “The Circle of Love.”

Facilitators Louise Owens and Spirit Medium and Life Coach Brian Lewis will lead us in meditation, followed by lively discussion on various metaphysical subjects. You are invited to bring your favorite topic too! Open to SCC/KP Members and Guests. Free admission. For info call Holli at 813-419-4704 SAT. JAN 4 - THE ACADEMY OF BALLROOM DANCE 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. in Community Hall. Bernice will be teaching a free “Tango” dance lesson from 6:30 to 7:15 PM. Academy Members are free, Guests $6.00 which includes the lesson. BYOB. For more info call Jean Kostka at 813-634-1235 or Charlie Brown at 813-642-9817 SUN. JAN 5 - DANIEL RODRIGUEZ, FAMOUS 9/11 NY CITY POLICEMAN WILL BE IN CONCERT 3:00 p.m. at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb Blvd. West, Sun City Center, FL. All seats are $10.00 each for this performance. Members of fire and police organizations are invited to attend as our guests. Mr. Rodriguez is well remembered for his memorable singing of God Bless America at the memorial service held for the dead on 9/11. His current singing schedule takes him all over the world and he also performs as part of the Three Tenors out of NYC. Tickets are $10 and available at the church office, 813-634-1252. For more information contact Judy Voorhees 813-642-8125 or John Scott 813-642-9554.

SUN. JAN 5 - SINGLES SOCIAL DANCE CLUB 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. at the Florida Room, Atrium Bldg.

Dance to live music by Thor Stevens.

Members: $3.00: Non-members $5.00.

Membership dues for 2014 - $10.00; must have a CA or KP badge. BYOB; Proper dress requested. Info: Janet 633-3558.

MON. JAN 6 - WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. at United Methodist Church, 1210 W. Del Webb Blvd, SCC. If you are interested in an in-depth Bible study and sweet fellowship, we invite you to visit with us each Monday morning. We have members from many denominations and levels of study - all are welcome! For info, call 813-633-9083.

MON. JAN 6 OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS – EVERY MONDAY10:00 a.m. at the Sun City Chamber of Commerce meeting room (private entrance to meeting room is on the left side of the building). The only requirement for attending is a desire to stop compulsively overeating. OA is an international 12-step organization/program that addresses the emotional, spiritual and physical needs of those desiring to stop compulsively eating and/or overeating. No scales, dues or fees and all are welcome. Please join us any Monday morning. You can learn more about OA online at http://www. oa.org/newcomers/is-oa-for-you MON. JAN 6 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY BOOK GROUP 1:00 p.m. in the Heritage Room, Central Campus.

Featuring “The Power of Now,” by Eckhart Tolle. Facilitated by Alice Williams. No homework and the group reads aloud and discusses as they go. Open to SCC/KP Members and Guests. Free admission. For info call Alice at 813-634-9065 TUE. JAN 7 - UKULELE JAM SESSION EVERY TUESDAY 10:30-11:30 a.m. at Music Avenue, 3822 Sun City Center Blvd, SCC. Ukulele players are invited to jam weekly with other ukulele players. To reserve your seat at the studio phone Steve or Ruth, 633-9688.

Space is limited.

TUE. JAN 7 - LIFE CHALLENGES SUPPORT GROUP – EVERY TUESDAY 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. at Sun Towers, 101 Trinity Lakes Drive. Live your life fully with zest and joy! Rid yourself of depression, anxiety, fears and frustrations with family, children, friends, retirement, changes, aging, health, finances, etc.

Relief comes by sharing and receiving support and making a positive plan of action. All are welcome in complete confidence and free of charge.

Your facilitator is Frank Koebrich, MA (813-642-0773) an experienced and effective psychotherapist. We meet every Tuesday in the 1st floor Lounge of Sun Towers. No appointment necessary.

Sponsored by the South Shore Coalition for Mental Health and Aging. For additional information, contact Debbie Caneen at 813-634-3347 TUE. JAN 7 – ASTRONOMY AND TELESCOPE VIEWING 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. at the South Shore Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin Fl. This program with Craig MacDougal will feature a short astronomy presentation inside the library, detailing what will be observed, followed by an outside viewing of the moon and planets through a telescope. Funded by the Friends of the Southshore Regional Library. Free event--no registration required.

For more information, contact the library at 813-273-3652.

TUE. JAN 7 - THE VAN DELLS 7:30 p.m. at the Borini Theater, Kings Point. The Van-Dells are “The Nation’s #1 Rock & Roll Review.” They have been entertaining audiences of all ages with their unique blend of comedy, costume changes, choreography and tight harmonies for close to four decades. When The Van-Dells hit the stage, it is nonstop action from start to finish. Tickets available for $25 at the Kings Point Box Office. For more information, please contact 813-3873447 WED. JAN 8 - HEARING LOSS ASSOCIATION OF SUN CITY CENTER 9:30 a.m.at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb Blvd. W. Come early for coffee & donuts. Ed Ogiba, President of HLA-Sarasota, will discuss Reaching the Hard of Hearing through Chapter Building. Sarasota is well on the way toward becoming the “friendliest community for persons with hearing loss” largely due to efforts of Mr. Ogiba and HLAS chapter members. Come and learn what you can do to reach out to persons with hearing loss in SCC! CART provided

by Tess Crowder, Communication Access, Inc. & meeting room is equipped with an induction loop for those with a telecoil in their hearing device. HLA-SCC is sponsored by the Men’s Club of SCC. Contact Richard Herring at rhmann@tampabay. rr.com or Barbara Riley at 634-1706.

WED. JAN 8 - THERAPEUTIC TAI CHI OPEN TO THE PUBLIC – EVERY WEDNESDAY 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Our therapists have advanced training in therapeutic Tai Chi for seniors and will provide guidance in this healthy exercise.

Tai Chi has been proven to increase strength and balance! This class will be offered EVERY Wednesday due to increased demand. For more information, contact Debbie Caneen at 813-634-3347.

WED. JAN 8 - CHARLES SCHWAB INVESTMENT SERIES 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet with Ann MacKay, CFP with Charles Schwab as she discusses: “7 Tips to get Your Financial House in Order.”

WED. JAN 8 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY PRESENTATION 10:00 a.m. in the Heritage Room, Central Campus.

“Seven Sacred Flames.” Continuing with Lemurian teachings, Speaker Member Jennifer Lutz shares with us how to balance and master our chakras with the seven rays in order to reach ascension and enlightenment.

Discussion to follow. Open to SCC/KP Members and Guests. Love offering requested. For info call Holli at 813419-4704.

WED. JAN 8 - DREAM CIRCLE 12:30 2:30 p.m. for snacks in the Armstrong Room. Come see what your dreams can mean to you. Your dream will

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be treated as if it belongs to all of us.

Many possible answers will be given.

Only you will know of the truth is hit or not. For further info call Carol at 813909-3233.

WED. JAN 8 - WED. FEB 12 - FREE MANAGE YOUR DIABETES CLASS PROVIDED BY THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community in the Private Dining Room, 101 Trinity Lakes Drive, SCC. Six (6) interactive, weekly sessions designed to provide the knowledge and support needed to better manage your diabetes.

Topics include healthy eating and physical activity, how to monitor for complications and reduce your risks by setting goals you can achieve.

Registration is required. Call Glenda F. Williams @ 813-307-8071 extension 7111 today!

WED. JAN 8 - FRONT PORCH PICKERS – EVERY WEDNESDAY 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. at United Community Church on Pebble Beach at LaJolla (side entrance) to play country, bluegrass, traditional and gospel music. Acoustic guitar, banjo, mandolin, fiddle, ukulele, dobro and bass fiddle players are welcome to join us. Listeners are welcome to enjoy the music and it is free.

For more information: davidlickfeldt@rocketmail.com or 813-633-6739.

WED. JAN 8 - SUN CITY CENTER AMATEUR RADIO CLUB MONTHLY MEETING 2:00 p.m. in the SCC Atrium Building Florida Room. Phone contact - 813-642-2071, email sccarc@ verizon.net. Meetings are held the first Wed of each month.

WED. JAN 8 - DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Please join Judy Naugle, RN from Nurse on Call Home Health Care as she facilitates our support group “Everyday Basics of Diabetic Care”.

For additional info, call Debbie Caneen 813-892-2990.

WED. JAN 8 – SOUTHSHORE NEEDLE PEOPLE – EVERY WEDNESDAY 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the South Shore Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin Fl. Join other needle people to share techniques, tips and experiences about knitting and other fiber and fabric arts. Free.

For more information, contact the library at 813-273-3652.

WED. JAN 8 – MAH JONGG CLUB 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the South Shore Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin Fl. Enjoy an evening of the popular table game, Mah Jongg. Participants are asked to bring their own Mah Jongg set or card. Limited to 32 players. Free event. Register in advance at the library Information Desk or contact the library at 813-273-3652.

WED. JAN 8 - COA MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP MEETING 7:00 p.m. in the North Club Banquet room. The program will be presented by Service Master. What do you do after a fire or flood? It is more complicated than you might think. Let the experts give you the information that hopefully you will never have to use.

WED. JAN 8 – PERFORMING ARTS CO. PRESENTS: SINATRA, OPENING NIGHT GALA 7:00 p.m. ROLLINS Theatre $25 Show & Gala. Tickets available at the SCC Atrium Kiosk Mon – Fri 9:00 a.m. – noon. Credit Card sales 813.400.7803. www.performingartscompany-scc. org. SINATRA! Did the man make the music? Or…did the music make the man? Starring Lew Resseguie.

Featuring: Michael Boyer, Michael Peacock, Alex Council, Teri Council, Ellen Kleinschmidt, Dan Tackitt.

Special guests are dancers Kristen Zemina and Alejandro Estrada of the Brandon Ballet. The Opening Night Gala show will go on after the curtain closes with a champagne and dessert gala & a chance to meet the stars of Sinatra! Lew Resseguie, star of Sinatra! and author of “The End of the Tunnel! Book signing and talkback.

WED. JAN 8.

- COMPUTER CLUB MEETING 7:30 p.m. Florida Room.

“Windows 8 Revisited.” A panel of experienced Windows 8 users will provide tips on how best to utilize this new Operating System. Includes empathize on Windows 8.1. For Information, call Gary Smith 480-2752.

All SCC/KP residents invited.

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33573 From Page 7 THU. JAN 9 - COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN AT PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC CHURCH Following the 8:00 a.m. Mass at 702 Valley Forge Blvd, Sun City Center. All women of the parish are invited to join us for a light breakfast and meeting in the Conesa Center. Our January guest speaker will be Diane Hale from St. Gianna’s Women Center. She will speak on women’s health issues.

At this January meeting tickets will be available for purchase for our Annual Spring Fashion Show to be held March 6th. Cost is $25.00 per person. Fashions by Taylor Marie Apparel, Buffet Lunch by Banquet Masters. Also at this meeting, we will be accepting donations of beauty items to be put in baskets for this spring fashion show. For additional information, please contact Lynn at (941) 723-8431.

THU. JAN 9 – DESSERT & CARD PARTY AT PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC CHURCH 12:00 Noon at Conesa Center, Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 702 Valley Forge Blvd, Sun City Center.

The Council of Catholic Women of Prince of Peace invites anyone who likes to play cards or any board game to make up your own table in advance and come to our dessert & card party. The Dessert & Card Party is the second Thursday of the month, from Noon until 3:30 p.m. in Conesa Center. Cards, pencils and tallies are furnished. For additional information call 633-2460.

THU. JAN 9 – NEUROPATHY SUPPORT GROUP 1:00 p.m. in the Caper Room at the Community Assoc. on North Pebble Beach. Are you suffering from pain and numbness in your extremities? Be sure to attend this group where Elissa Deusner, DPT will facilitate. Attend this meeting where Dr. Rob Denk will discuss the different medications available today to help treat this condition. Dr. Denk has acted as Director of Operations for long-term-care pharmacies, owns

a clinical consulting practice and is currently acting as Pharmacy Operations Manager for Mulberry Pharmacy, Inc. Learn methods to deal with this condition and provide support for other members of the group. For more information, call Debbie Caneen at Sun Towers 813892-2990.

THU. JAN 9 - DEMOCRATIC CLUB JANUARY MEETING 1:00 p.m. for social gathering and refreshments.

Meeting begins at 1:30 p.m. at the South Shore Regional Library at 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin. The featured speaker scheduled is Michael K. van Hoek. Mr. van Hoek is Chairman of the Hillsborough County Democratic Party with a unique vantage point to view the current political scene as it happens locally and state wide for the run up to the 2014 Mid Term Elections.

His topics are potential candidates, key issues and controversial positions on critical issues. All Democrats and like-minded persons are invited to the meeting. For additional information check out the club website: www. southshoredemocraticclub.org.

THU. JAN 9 - MENTAL WELLNESS SUPPORT GROUP 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. This group is facilitated by Edmond Dubreuil MSW, RCSWI mental health professional.

Supported by: South Shore Coalition on Mental Health & Aging & United Methodist Church of Sun City Center.

For additional info, call Debbie Caneen 813-892-2990.

THU. FRI. & SAT – JAN 9, 10, & 11 – PERFORMING ARTS CO. PRESENTS: SINATRA 7:30 p.m. nightly, ROLLINS Theatre. Tickets $10 ($12 after Jan 1) available at the SCC Atrium Kiosk Mon – Fri 9:00 a.m. – noon. Credit Card sales 813.400.7803. www. performingartscompany-scc.org.

SINATRA! Did the man make the music? Or…did the music make the man? Starring Lew Resseguie.

Featuring: Michael Boyer, Michael

Peacock Alex Council, Teri Council, Ellen Kleinschmidt, Dan Tackitt.

Special guests are dancers Kristen Zemina and Alejandro Estrada of the Brandon Ballet.

FRI. JAN 10 - THE INTERNATIONAL FORUM OF SUN CITY CENTER PROGRAM 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. in the Florida Room of Sun City Center’s main campus on North Pebble Beach Blvd. The International Forum of Sun City Center will present a program on Germany. Dr. Kees Boterbloem of the Univ. of South Florida will speak on “Germany’s Past and Present: Sonderweg (Special Path) or Not”.

Dr. Wilfried Barthmus of Wesley Chapel will speak about the role of Germany’s army forces during the Cold War and now in Afghanistan and UN Peace Keeping Missions.

Finally, Dr. Frank Alcock, associate professor of political science at New College, Sarasota, will address “Climate Politics and the Role of Germany.” Residents of Sun City Center and Kings Point and friends are welcome.

FRI. JAN 10 - SCC CAMPAIGN AGAINST HUMAN TRAFFICKING FREE MOVIE 1:00 p.m. in the SCC Atrium Florida Room. Free movie “Abduction of Eden” will be shown.

FREE popcorn! In honor of National Human Trafficking Awareness Month – Free Popcorn & Movie “Abduction of Eden” starring Jamie Chung and Beau Bridges.

FRI. JAN 10 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY MEDITATION AND DISCUSSION GROUP 1:00 p.m. in the Palm Room, Central Campus. “The Circle of Love.”

Facilitators Louise Owens and Spirit Medium and Life Coach Brian Lewis will lead us in meditation, followed by lively discussion on various metaphysical subjects. You are invited to bring your favorite topic too! Open to SCC/KP Members and Guests. Free admission. For info call Holli at 813-419-4704.

FRI. JAN 10 – CRACKED WALNUTS: MUSIC OF VAUDEVILLE 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. at the South Shore Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin Fl. Join us for a special concert with banjo and washboard duo, Cracked Walnuts.

Husband and wife team, Jeff and Jan Ausfahl, are from the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, and will entertain young and old alike with music like campfire and folk songs, patriotic favorites, traditional jigs and reels, and even old movie and television music.

Funded by the Friends of the Southshore Regional Library.

Free event.

For more information, contact the library at 813-273-3652.

FRI. JAN 10 - “PATSY CLINE” BACK IN TOWN Time not given at Borini Theater.

Tribute Artist Barbara VanEycken stars in one of Florida’s best tribute shows to “the” legend who crossed over from country to pop. The KP Pennsylvania Club hosts this Dinner & Show at the Borini Theater. Club Members $15 and Non-Members $17. Tickets on sale Wed. 12/11, 12/18 and Thurs 1/2 in Lobby of KP’s North Clubhouse from 10 to Noon.

SAT. JAN 11 – DISTAFF DAY CELEBRATION 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the South Shore Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin Fl. Join with Southshore Needle People and local fiber artists in celebration of Distaff Day--the day women resumed their household work after the twelve days of Christmas had ended. There will be demonstrations, networking, a fiber fashion show and fun for all skill levels. All fiber arts will be represented – needlecraft, spinning, weaving and more. Come and have fun! Free event--no registration required. For more information, contact the library at 813-273-3652.

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33573 From Page 8 will be featuring the ABC hit show “Dancing with the Stars” on this 7 Night Western Caribbean theme cruise. Meet celebrity dancers, from the ABC hit show at sea, on Holland America’s newest ship, MS Nieuw Amsterdam. $999-$1429 pp. double occupancy which includes: taxes and fees of $291, round trip transportation to Ft. Lauderdale, cocktail party and $25 cabin onboard credit. Contact Omni Tours (1-877-787-6664 toll free or, www.omnitours.travel), or SCC Dance Club (sponsor) 813-634-9074 for more info. Not limited to SCC residents. All are welcome to take part in this once in a lifetime group cruise event.

SUN. JAN 12 - TOP 10 ROCK & ROLL REVUE 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. at Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd.

Crowds & critics rave. “Wow! What excitement. Rock & roll never felt so good!” Tickets on sale Mon-WedFri 9:00 a.m.-noon, thru Dec. 20 at Atrium-Kiosk, then 10:00 a.m.-noon starting Jan. 6. $14/ticket. Reserved theater seating. Open to public. Price includes wine-and-cheese reception immediately following show. Info 813642-2001.

SUN. JAN 12 - ALFONSO LOPEZ, VIOLIN AND MICHELLE TABOR, PIANO IN CONCERT. 3:00 p.m. at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb Blvd. West, Sun City Center, FL. Mr. Lopez is Concertmaster of the Venezuelan Symphony Orchestra.

This is the fourth concert of a sevenconcert season. Season tickets are $40.00 and individual concert tickets are $10.00. Tickets are available at the Church office or at the door day of the concert. For more information call the Church office 813-634-1252 or Judy Voorhees 813-642-8125.

SUN. JAN 12 - GOSPEL MUSIC WORKSHOP OF AMERICA CONCERT 5:00 p.m. at United Community Church. The Gospel Music Workshop of America- Tampa Chapter will be held in the sanctuary. A reception in the Great Hall will follow the concert.

There will be no tickets but a free will offering will be taken and given to the Gospel Music Group. All are invited and all are welcome.

SUN. JAN 12 - SINGLES MINGLE DANCE CLUB OF KINGS POINT 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. at the Main Clubhouse Studio Room. Live music will be provided by Thor Stevens. Admission $5.00. BYOB. Dressy/casual attire. Info: Janet 6333558.

MON. JAN 13 - WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. at United Methodist Church, 1210 W. Del Webb Blvd, SCC. If you are interested in an in-depth Bible study and sweet fellowship, we invite you to visit with us each Monday morning. We have members from many denominations and levels of study - all are welcome! For info, call 813-633-9083.

MON. JAN 13 – ADULT WRITING WORKSHOP 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. at the South Shore Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin Fl. Connect with local writers to discuss all aspects of the writing process. Inspire, encourage,

and exchange ideas. Opportunities to share your writings and receive feedback will be available. All levels of writers are welcome. Free event-no registration required. For more information, contact the library at 813-273-3652.

MON. JAN 13 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY BOOK GROUP 1:00 p.m. in the Heritage Room, Central Campus.

Featuring “The Power of Now,” by Eckhart Tolle. Facilitated by Alice Williams. No homework and the group reads aloud and discusses as they go. Open to SCC/KP Members and Guests. Free admission. For info call Alice at 813-634-9065.

MON. JAN 13 - “MALE CALL FOR PROSTATE HEALTH” SPONSORED BY THE MEN’S CLUB OF SUN CITY CENTER 2:00 p.m. at St Andrews Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb Blvd., West.

Our speaker will be Dr. Jong Park from the Moffitt Cancer Center whose subject will be Prostate Cancer and Nutrition. It is suggested that Patients, Partners, and Physicians attend.

Refreshments will be served.

MON. JAN 13 - CANADIAN CLUB MEET AND MINGLE WINE AND CHEESE EVENT 2:00 p.m. in the Kings Point Borini Theatre. The cost is $3.00. All Canadians residing in Kings Point and Sun City Center are invited to attend. Tickets are available Jan 2nd in the Kings Point North Clubhouse Lobby from 10:00 till noon or at the door Jan 13.

MON. JAN 13 - SCIENCE, ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY CLUB MEETING 7:30 p.m. in the Caper Room, Atrium Building, 954 North Course Lane.

There is no cost; anyone interested in science and technology is invited.

Walt Prouty will discuss epigenetics: how your lifestyle and environment can turn genes in your body’s DNA on or off. His title is: “Epi-genetics: a molecular twist on the old Nature vs. Nurture controversy.” There is no cost for guests; anyone interested in science and technology is invited.

WED. JAN 15 - YOUR MONEY MATTERS! PRACTICAL CONSIDERATIONS & DUTIES OF A SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. at Sun Towers, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. “Practical Considerations & Duties of a Successor Trustee” Nonattorney insights from a practicing CPA by: Karen Lanese from Lanese & Associates, CPA who specializes in individual taxes, trusts, estates & non-profits. Karen graduated from Kent State University (Ohio) with a Bachelor’s in Accounting, from the University of Akron with a Master’s of Taxation and from the University of South Florida with a Ph.D. in Business. She holds an active CPA license in Florida. Karen started her accounting career with Cohen & Company in Cleveland where she met her husband Rick. Upon moving to Florida, she worked in tax for one of the then “Big Six” firms in Tampa. After completing her Ph.D., Karen taught at the University of Tennessee, Chattanooga for four years. For the past 11 years, Karen has worked alongside Rick and Nick in their accounting business. This

group is facilitated by Chris Redhead, CFP®,ChFC®,CFS®, Executive Vice President of Sequoia Financial Group.

WED. JAN 15 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY “OPEN” MEETING 10:00 a.m. in the Heritage Room, Central Campus.

Bring your favorite metaphysical story or poem; favorite metaphysical book title you have read; or an insight or experience that you found inspiring and uplifting to share. Fun is on the “agenda”! Open to SCC/KP Members and Guests. Free admission. For info call Holli at 813-419-4704.

WED. JAN 15 - DREAM CIRCLE 12:30 2:30 p.m. for snacks in the Armstrong Room. Come see what your dreams can mean to you. Your dream will be treated as if it belongs to all of us.

Many possible answers will be given.

Only you will know of the truth is hit or not. For further info call Carol at 813909-3233.

WED. JAN 15 – LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP WITH DR. OLIVA - SPONSORED

BY THE SUN CITY CENTER MEN’S CLUB 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. This support group is facilitated by Ana Maria Oliva, M.D. This month, our speaker will be Dr. Edward J. Huggett, Jr., O.D. who earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Zoology from the University of South Florida in Tampa, and his medical degree from the University of Houston College of Optometry in Texas. He went on to post-graduate course work in pediatric and binocular vision disorders at Lighthouse International in New York, New York. Dr. Huggett then completed an Externship at Bay Pines VA Medical Center in Florida, and a Fellowship at the University of Houston College of Optometry in Texas. Board certified as an Optometric Physician, Dr. Huggett is a member of the American Optometric Association and Florida Optometric Association and an associate of the College of Optometrists in Vision Development.

Becky Radford, Case Manager for the Lighthouse for the Blind will also be on hand to present aids and appliances to assist those with low vision. She plans to bring the latest in talking clocks, magnifiers and writing guides to name a few. If you have low vision, then this meeting is for you! For more information, contact Debbie Caneen at 813-634-3347.

WED. JAN 15 – ELDER LAW SEMINAR 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. at the South Shore Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin Fl. This program will provide information and education regarding legal issues for seniors including planning for incapacities/long term care with emphasis on public benefits. Medicaid, Medicare, and V.A. programs will be discussed. Free event--no registration required. For more information, contact the library at 813-273-3652.

WED. JAN 15 - SOUTH BAY HOSPITAL OFFERS: HEALTHY LIVING SERIES - SHOP WITH THE DIETICIAN 3:30 p.m.1901 Haverford Ave, Suite 106 Sun City Center, FL South Bay Hospital offers free health education seminars

to help keep you living healthy: Shop with the Dietician - Shirley Allen, Registered and Licensed Dietician.

Call South Bay Hospital’s free Consulta-Nurse helpline at 1-888-685-1595 to register for a seminar.

WED. JAN 15 - CLASSICAL MUSIC APPRECIATION 3:30 PM, Kings Point main clubhouse, RIPPLE ROOM (across hall from South Social Room.) Free. All lovers of classical music are invited.

Information: Arthur C. Joy, 813-6339783 acjjr@tampabay.rr.com.

WED. JAN 15 – SOUTHSHORE NEEDLE PEOPLE – EVERY WEDNESDAY 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the South Shore Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin Fl. Join other needle people to share techniques, tips and experiences about knitting and other fiber and fabric arts.Free. For more information, contact the library at 813-273-3652.

WED. JAN 15 – MAH JONGG CLUB 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the South Shore Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin Fl. Enjoy an evening of the popular table game, Mah Jongg.

Participants are asked to bring their own Mah Jongg set or card. Limited to 32 players. Free event. Register in advance at the library Information Desk or contact the library at 813273-3652.

WED. JAN 15 - SHADOWS OF THE 60’S 7:30 p.m. in the Borini Theater, Kings Point. Shadows of the 60’s perform “The Four Tops’ hits that span three decades, the 1960’s to the 1980’s.

Great care is taken to reproduce the music, note for note and in the original keys and arrangements.

The Four Tops were considered by many the best male vocal group and lead singer ever produced by Motown. Join us, as we take this very special walk with you down memory lane. Tickets available for $25 at the Kings Point Box Office. For more information, please contact 813-3873447.

THU. JAN 16 - INTERESTED IN YOUR ANCESTRY? 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Sun City Center. Interested in Your Ancestry? Have you seen the TV show “Who Do You Think You Are”? If you would like to learn how to research your genealogy, don’t miss this opportunity to spend time with Tollie J Banker, M.A. and M.I.S., Faculty Librarian at Hillsborough Community College SouthShore Campus as she takes you through the steps to discover your past using free research tools! This class will take place monthly on the 3rd Thursday from 10:00 – 11:00 am, but will break for the month of December.

THU. JAN 16 - MAINTAIN YOUR HUMAN DIGNITY AND GET YOUR NEEDS MET WITH “FIVE WISHES” 10:00 a.m. at the United Methodist Church of Sun City Center. A presentation on FIVE WISHES, the first living will that talks about your personal, emotional and spiritual needs as well as your medical wishes. It lets you talk with your family, friends and doctor about how you want to be treated if you become Continued on Page 10

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33573 From Page 9 seriously ill. Five Wishes focuses on maintaining your Human Dignity and Getting Your Needs Met. Please call the church office at 813-634-2539 to reserve your seat.

THU. JAN 16 – SOUTHSHORE READERS CENTENNIAL BOOK DISCUSSION2:00 – 3:30 p.m. at the South Shore Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin Fl. January’s title: Lost Memory of Skin

by Russell Banks. Suspended in a strangely modern-day version of limbo, the young man at the center of Russell Banks’s uncompromising and morally complex new novel must create a life for himself in the wake of incarceration. Known in his new identity only as the Kid, and on probation after doing time for a liaison with an underage girl, he is shackled to a GPS monitoring device and forbidden to live within 2,500 feet of anywhere children might gather. With nowhere else to go, the Kid takes up residence under a south Florida causeway, in a makeshift encampment with other convicted sex offenders. This book may be provocative and disturbing as it addresses sensitive social issues.

Copies of the book are available at the library. For more information, contact the library at 813-273-3652.

THU. JAN 16 - THE AMERICANS OF ITALIAN HERITAGE CLUB NIGHT 6:30 p.m. doors open in the KP Borini Theater. The Americans of Italian Heritage Club will have their Pastry & Sambuca with Demitasse Night.

Choice of Cannoli or Fsogliatelli and demitasse or decaf brown coffee.

The doors will open at 6:30 PM. BYOB. Nick@Nite will DJ for your listening and dancing pleasure. Members $5 and guests $6. Extra pastries can be ordered at a cost of $3 each.

There will be table reservations.

Table reservations of 8 please send your checks in together. Kindly mail your check made payable to A.I.H. (indicating choice of pastry) to: Gerry Barba (633-5589), 201 Glenellen Place, SCC, FL 33573. Cut-off date is: January 10, 2014 - $10 dues per person are now being collected.

Please send separate check and indicate 2014 dues. Send to: Tom Barba (633-0264) 2306 Grantham Ct, SCC, FL 33573.

THU. FRI. & SAT – JAN 16, 17 & 18 – PERFORMING ARTS CO. PRESENTS: SINATRA! 7:30 p.m. nightly with 2:30 p.m. matinee on Jan 18, ROLLINS Theatre. Tickets $10 ($12 after Jan 1) available at the SCC Atrium Kiosk Mon – Fri 9:00 a.m. – noon. Credit Card sales 813.400.7803. www. performingartscompany-scc.org.

SINATRA! Did the man make the music? Or…did the music make the man? Starring Lew Resseguie.

Featuring: Michael Boyer, Michael Peacock Alex Council, Teri Council, Ellen Kleinschmidt, Dan Tackitt.

Special guests are dancers Kristen Zemina and Alejandro Estrada of the Brandon Ballet.

FRI. JAN 17 - EIGHT SESSION COURSE “WRITE YOUR LIFE STORY” 10:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m. at Hillsborough Community College in Ruskin. Now beginning her tenth year, Joan Shalleck will help you create family stories that your heirs will actually read about your life and times using literary devices that will make your life experiences more interesting for the reader. You’ll travel back in time as you recall childhood,

career choices, travel, romance and more. Call 813-259-6010 the Lifelong Learning Line for more information and to register.

FRI. JAN 17 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY “SPECIAL” PRESENTATION 10:00 a.m. in the Eberhardt Bldg./Room, Central Campus. “The Many Physical and Metaphysical Proprieties of Quartz Crystals” featuring Kathy and Ross Young of Elements of Earth, who will speak about quartz crystals, their physical and metaphysical properties, interesting characteristics, and metaphysical attributes, such as Activation crystals also known as Time Keepers. Crystals will be for sale by the Metaphysical Society. Open to SCC/KP Members and Guests. Love offering requested. For info call Holli at 813-419-4704.

FRI. JAN 17 - PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC CHURCH “COME AND SEE” OPEN HOUSE 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Prince of Peace Catholic Church is located at 702 Valley Forge Boulevard in Sun City Center. Prince of Peace Catholic Church in Sun City Center is proud to offer an outreach ministry called “Come and See,” a kind of Catholic Open House to be held each third Friday of the month in the Conesa Center. This is an opportunity for non-Catholics to learn more about the Catholic faith. The format will be one of informal questions and answers, discussions about our faith, our Church and our traditions. All are invited to come as often as needed.

We hope that it will be a place of warmth and welcome. All inquiries are welcome and there is no cost or obligation. For more information, contact Marilyn Vahovich: (813) 6346900.

FRI. JAN 17 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY MEDITATION AND DISCUSSION GROUP 1:00 p.m. in the Palm Room, Central Campus. “The Circle of Love.”

Facilitators Louise Owens and Spirit Medium and Life Coach Brian Lewis will lead us in meditation, followed by lively discussion on various metaphysical subjects. You are invited to bring your favorite topic too! Open to SCC/KP Members and Guests. Free admission. For info call Holli at 813-419-4704.

FRI. JAN 17 - COUNTRY WESTERN LINE DANCE PARTY 7:00 p.m. in the Borini Theatre. Open to KP and SCC residents and their guests. No ticket to purchase, please sign in upon arrival.

BYOB and setups Dress in western duds, or casual wear.

Couples always welcome. Call Jan 634-6226 for more info.

SAT. JAN 18 - “CHANGE THE WORLD DAY” 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon at The United Methodist Church. “Change the World Day” Keeping our Children and Young Adults Safe from Human Trafficking.

SAT. JAN 18 - LATE NITE CATECHISM SPONSORED BY THE SUN CITY CENTER SECURITY PATROL 1:00 p.m. at The United Community Church Great Hall, 1501 LaJolla Ave (Doors open at 12:30 PM). Tickets: $30.00 per person, no reserved seats - limited number of tickets on sale: Starting December 4th, 2013 at the SCC Security Patrol Office (9:00am-3:00pm), 1005 N Pebble Beach Blvd., Sun City Center FL 33573. Information: 813-642-2020.

SUN. JAN 19 - THE OLDIES BUT GOODIES DANCE CLUB 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. at Community Hall S. Pebble

EXPIRES 01/31/2014

Beach Blvd. Sun City Center, FL. Music from the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s and 80’s will be provided by the “Tampa Bay Time Machine”. The cost is $5.00 per person, Oldies but Goodies Club Members are free. You may bring your own snacks and the dance is BYOB. Please contact Sandi at the following email address for more information: sandik327@yahoo.com.

MON. JAN 20 - WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. at United Methodist Church, 1210 W. Del Webb Blvd, SCC. If you are interested in an in-depth Bible study and sweet fellowship, we invite you to visit with us each Monday morning. We have members from many denominations and levels of study - all are welcome! For info, call 813-633-9083.

MON. JAN 20 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY BOOK GROUP 1:00 p.m. in the Heritage Room, Central Campus.

Featuring “The Power of Now,” by Eckhart Tolle. Facilitated by Alice Williams. No homework and the group reads aloud and discusses as they go. Open to SCC/KP Members and Guests. Free admission. For info call Alice at 813-634-9065.

MON. JAN 20 - PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP OF SUN CITY CENTER SPONSORED BY THE MEN’S CLUB OF SCC 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Drive. (FREE Valet parking will be available at the entrance.) USF Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorders Center facilitates this meeting. Our speaker will be: Teresita J.Malapira RN, BSN, DBS Clinician, Clinical Research Coordinator USF Department of Neurosurgery. Teresita has been an RN for over 25 years and is extremely knowledgeable about this subject. Have you considered DBS (Deep Brain Stimulation)? If so, attend this meeting where Teresita will discuss who may be qualified for DBS and what to expect before and after the procedure. Come with questions and leave with answers. If

you have Parkinson’s, or are caring for someone with this disease, be sure to attend this support group! FREE Valet Parking available at Entrance. For additional info, call Debbie Caneen 813-892-2990.

TUE. JAN. 21 - SOUTH BAY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY 12:00 noon luncheon ($13) in the Royal Palm Room of the Little Harbor Resort.

Meeting follows with Larry Summers’s presentation on “Researching the Civil War.” For Reservations and information, call Terri Cardoza at 6335172 by January 15.

TUE. JAN 21 ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Drive. Bring Your Loved One For a Well Deserved Break. Facilitated

by Aging Care Advocates. You will receive information while your loved one is cared for in our Secured Memory Care. Please RSVP no less than 3 days prior to 813-246-4120.

For additional information, contact Debbie Caneen at 813-634-3347.

TUE. JAN 21 THE BRITISH CONNECTION TO HOST “Sounds of Time” Gourmet Pizza Event 6:009:00 p.m. in the Florida Room of the Atrium Bldg. The British Connection will be hosting their gourmet pizza dinner followed by a concert of traditional and contemporary music performed by the “Sounds of Time”, East Bay High School Chorus.

Cost to Members-$12.00 and NonMembers-$14.00.

RSVP deadline is Thursday, Jan 16th to Katherine Howell–Tel: 567.3358. Please make checks payable to: The British Connection, 316 Green Manor Dr, Sun City Center, FL 33573.

WED. JAN 22 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY PRESENTATION 10:00 a.m. in the Heritage Room, Central Campus.

“Choosing Peace.” Speaker Ed Foote shares that, based on A Course In Miracles, peace is a decision we Continued on Page 11

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33573 From Page 10 must make, and he suggests the mindset we need to insure that we have Peace, how to manage stress spiritually, and specific things we can do to put Peace in our life.

Questions are encouraged during the presentation. Open to SCC/KP members and guests. Love offering requested. For info call Holli at 813 / 419-4704.

WED. JAN 22 - DREAM CIRCLE 12:30 2:30 p.m. for snacks in the Armstrong Room. Come see what your dreams can mean to you. Your dream will be treated as if it belongs to all of us.

Many possible answers will be given.

Only you will know of the truth is hit or not. For further info call Carol at 813909-3233.

WED. JAN 22 – FAMILY CENTER ON DEAFNESS TELEPHONE DISTRIBUTION 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. at the South Shore, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin Fl. Florida Telecommunications Relay, Inc. will be on site to provide free specialized equipment and training to qualified Florida residents who are deaf, hard of hearing or speech impaired. The equipment enables them to place and receive phone calls. For more information, contact the library at 813-273-3652.

WED. JAN 22 – MAH JONGG CLUB 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the South Shore Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin Fl. Enjoy an evening of the popular table game, Mah Jongg.

Participants are asked to bring their own Mah Jongg set or card. Limited to 32 players. Free event. Register in advance at the library Information Desk or contact the library at 813273-3652.

WED. JAN 22 – SOUTHSHORE NEEDLE PEOPLE – EVERY WEDNESDAY 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the South Shore Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin Fl. Join other needle people to share techniques, tips and experiences about knitting and other fiber and fabric arts.Free. For more information, contact the library at 813-273-3652.

WED. JAN 22 - NOWHERE BAND 7:30 p.m. in the Borini Theater, Kings Point. Covering the full spectrum of “The Beatles” long and varied career. The Nowhere Band creates an unparalleled reproduction, entirely live (no prerecorded material), of 60’s Beatles performances blending period costumes, authentic instruments and an abundantly talented quartet to create an experience any true Beatles fan simply can’t afford to miss. Tickets available for $25 at the Kings Point Box Office. For more information, please contact 813387-3447.

THU. JAN 23 - SOUTH BAY HOSPITAL OFFERS: HEALTHY LIVING SERIES REFLUX 101: CAUSES, SYMPTOMS AND CURES 12:00 p.m. 1210 Del Webb Blvd. West Sun City Center, FL - Lunch provided. South Bay Hospital offers free health education seminars to help keep you living healthy: Presented by: Dr. Ashok Dhaduvai, Gastroenterologist. Call South Bay Hospital’s free Consult-aNurse helpline at 1-888-685-1595 to register for a seminar.

THU. JAN 23 - MENTAL WELLNESS SUPPORT GROUP 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. This group is facilitated by Edmond Dubreuil MSW, RCSWI mental health professional. Supported by: South Shore Coalition on Mental Health & Aging & United Methodist Church of Sun City Center. For additional info, call Debbie Caneen 813-892-2990.

THU. JAN 23 - MOONGLOW BALLROOM DANCE CLUB 5:00 -9:00 p.m. for our Annual Dinner Dance in Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Bch. Blvd. Sun City Center. Suncoast Catering will provide a delicious dinner, Entree Choice of Chicken or Fish, with Appetizers included.

BYOB. Live Dance Music by “Mario DeLeon” 7-9 p.m. (note change from our usual time 7:30-9:30 p.m.)

Attire: Ladies: Dressy, Men: Jacket & Tie. Couples & Singles Welcome.

Cost $15 pp for Members and $25. pp for Guests/Visitors. Paid Reservations, CHECK ONLY (no cash) by Jan. 15 to Gail Bouverat, 1114 Villeroy Dr. Sun City Center, FL 33573. Information: 813-633-1297 OR 813-642-8845, or email gail3357@ gmail.com. Current & Prospective Members may include 2014 Dues of $25pp for 12 monthly Dances to a variety of Live Music.

THU. JAN 23 - SOUTH SHORE LIBRARY - EDUCATORS SEMINAR 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. at the South Shore Library. Presentation of programs for youth during and after-school Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention.

FRI. JAN 24 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY MEDITATION AND DISCUSSION GROUP 1:00 p.m. in the Palm Room, Central Campus. “The Circle of Love.”

Facilitators Louise Owens and Spirit Medium and Life Coach Brian Lewis will lead us in meditation, followed by lively discussion on various metaphysical subjects. You are invited to bring your favorite topic too! Open to SCC/KP Members and Guests. Free admission. For info call Holli at 813-419-4704.

FRI. JAN 24 - FREE MEMORY SCREENING 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. provided by Dr. Mary Stedman from Stedman Clinical Trials and Wendy Burkhard, LCSW from Wyndbeach Counseling. How much of my memory have I really lost? Are you interested in Clinical Trials designed to cure Alzheimer’s?

Want to learn more about memory loss? Don’t miss this opportunity!

For more information, call Debbie Caneen 813-892-2990.

FRI. JAN 24 - FLASHBACK 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. at Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. A dance/show

with music from the 60s, 70s, 80s & 90s. Tickets on sale Mon-Wed-Fri 9:00 a.m.-noon, thru Dec. 20 at AtriumKiosk, then 10:00 a.m.-noon starting Jan. 6. $13/ticket. Reserved tables.

Open to public. BYOB & snacks. Info 813-642-2001.

SAT. JAN 25 - MICHIGAN CLUB’S ANNUAL SNO-BALL GALA 5:00 p.m. for social hour in the Borini Theater.

Dinner served at 6:00 p.m. by Orange Blossom Catering (choice of Beef Burgundy or Whitefish), dancing at 7pm to the music of FLASHBACK. KP and SCC residents and guests are invited to attend. Ticket sales every Tuesday 9am-noon Lobby - KPN Singles table available. Members $30 Guests $35. Questions - call Paul 634-8506.

SUN. JAN. 26 - HIGHLIGHTS FROM SUSANNAH 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. at Rollins Theater, 970 Cherry Hills.

Presented by the St. Petersburg Opera Co., Carlisle Floyd’s American masterpiece is set in a small town in Tennessee, where Susannah, an innocent young girl, is unjustly accused of being a sinner.

(Note: An additional opera will be presented this season... Sunday, March 23 - Seven Most Unwise Moments in Opera. $12/person, on sale at Atrium-Kiosk. Info 813-6422001.

SUN. JAN 26 - SINGLES SOCIAL DANCE CLUB 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. at the Florida Room, Atrium Bldg.

Enjoy dancing to live music by Thor Stevens. Members: $3.00: Non-members $5.00. Membership applications available $10; must have CA or KP badge. BYOB. Proper dress requested. Info: Janet 6333558.

SUN. JAN 26 - THE GARY PUCKETT SHOW 7:30 p.m. in the Borini Theater, Kings Point. Gary Puckett has performed on more than thirty network television shows and prime time specials during his career, even Continued on Page 12

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33573 From Page 11 adding a command performance for the President and Prince Charles at the White House. In 1974, “Young Girl” was reissued in England where it received a silver record award for attaining a top five position on the pop charts, several years after its initial release. Other hits include “This Girl is a Women Now”, “Lady Will Power” and “Women, Women”. Tickets available for $25 at the Kings Point Box Office.

For more information, please contact 813-387-3447.

SUN. JAN 26 - DANCE PARTY PRESENTED BY SCC DANCE CLUB 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. in the Community Hall, 1910 So. Pebble Beach Blvd., SCC, 33573. Dance to the Exclusive SCC Dance Club Playlist spun by Gerardo. Selections include East & West Coast Swing, Fox Trot, Slow and Line Dance, Latin variations, Waltz, Country and Polka. Enjoy complimentary Coffee and Cake throughout the evening. Attire is dressy casual. BYOB. Bring your friends. Free to members. Visitors/ guests are $6 per person at the door.

Singles tables will be available. For more info call 813-634-9074.

MON. JAN 27 – ADULT WRITING WORKSHOP 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. at the South Shore Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin Fl. Connect with local writers to discuss all aspects of the writing process.

Inspire, encourage, and exchange ideas. Opportunities to share your writings and receive feedback will be available. All levels of writers

are welcome.

Free event--no registration required.

For more information, contact the library at 813-273-3652.

MON. JAN 27 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY BOOK GROUP 1:00 p.m. in the Heritage Room, Central Campus. Featuring “The Power of Now,” by Eckhart Tolle. Facilitated

by Alice Williams. No homework and the group reads aloud and discusses as they go.

Open to SCC/KP Members and Guests. Free admission. For info call Alice at 813634-9065.

TUE. JAN 28 - FLORIDA-FRIENDLY GARDENING WORKSHOP 8:00 a.m.

- 1:30 p.m. at South Community Hall, Sun City Center. This will be a Workshop for those who want to know more about what Florida gardening is all about. Remember - “we’re not in Kansas anymore” or any other northern state for that matter. Things are very different here! The workshop is free, and open to Sun City Center and surroundings areas. We are all in the same situation with sandy soil and weather extremes. Hillsborough County Extension will be presenting the program with topics on winter gardening, soil/amendments, low maintenance, rain barrels and more. Local vendors will be on hand having plant sales all day.

Plans continue to be made for this January event hosted by the Elegant Gardeners Club of Sun City Center. Tell your neighbors and

friends. More information will be provided in January.

TUES. JAN 28 – ONLINE GENEALOGY 3:30 - 4:45 p.m. at the Southshore Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin Fl. Learn how to begin your family history research using online resources like Ancestry Library Edition, Family Search, Fold 3 and Heritage Quest. Free—no registration is required. For more information, contact the library at 813-273-3652.

WED. JAN 29 - SHOWCASE 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. at Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Come preview up to 8 acts and rate them all. (FREE SHOW TO ALL SERIES TICKETS BUYERS.) Tickets on sale Mon-WedFri 9:00 a.m.-noon, thru Dec. 20 at Atrium-Kiosk, then 10:00 a.m.-noon starting Jan. 6. $11/ticket. Open seating. Open to public. Softball Club will have food & beverages available for purchase 11:30 a.m.12:45 p.m.Info 813-642-2001.

WED. JAN 29 – MAH JONGG CLUB 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the South Shore Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin Fl. Enjoy an evening of the popular table game, Mah Jongg.

Participants are asked to bring their own Mah Jongg set or card. Limited to 32 players. Free event. Register in advance at the library Information Desk or contact the library at 813273-3652.

WED. JAN 29 – SOUTHSHORE NEEDLE PEOPLE – EVERY WEDNESDAY 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the South Shore Library,

15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin Fl. Join other needle people to share techniques, tips and experiences about knitting and other fiber and fabric arts.

Free event--no registration required.

For more information, contact the library at 813-273-3652.

THU. JAN 30 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY FIELD TRIP TO REDHAWK RANCH - WIMAUMA 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. We will be carpooling from the SCCCA parking lot. We are off to learn about and walk an 84-foot labyrinth. We will stroll the grounds and pick out our own meditation spot, all the while basking in the peaceful and tranquil atmosphere present on the ranch. A gift shop is available for those seeking gifts.

BYO water and snack, as our visit may be longer than anticipated – depending upon the size of our group. Free admission. For info call Margaret at 813-541-7261 or e-mail at: maqua99@verizon.net.

FRI. JAN 31 - METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY MEDITATION AND DISCUSSION GROUP 1:00 p.m. in the Palm Room, Central Campus.

“The Circle of Love.” Facilitators Louise Owens and Spirit Medium and Life Coach Brian Lewis will lead us in meditation, followed by lively discussion on various metaphysical subjects. You are invited to bring your favorite topic too! Open to SCC/KP Members and Guests. Free admission. For info call Holli at 813419-4704.

Folks Adopt a Friend That C.A.R.E.s Feline Feline Folks has been awarded a

Milo is a cheerful, happy-golucky, yellow Labrador. Milo enjoys chasing Frisbees or running after balls while playing in the yard. He is eager to please and loves getting attention. He’s a big boy and very strong. He came from a home with children.

He was owner relinquished because they were rarely at home; thus leaving Milo alone for extended periods of time.

He’s a joyful dog who is looking for an active single, couple, or family. Milo is up to date on his shots and neutered and as part of his adoption he will be micro chipped. D.O.B. 6/30/2012.

Lenny is a black & white kitten with white chest and a little goatee. His mother is Nellie a beautiful tabby.

Lenny loves to play with the other kittens at the shelter as well as his siblings. He is quite a charmer in his tuxedo and will let you hold him quite readily. Lenny would like to come to live at a forever home of his own. Please come and see this handsome guy and make him part of your family.

Lenny has been neutered and he is current on his shots and as part of his adoption Lenny will be microchipped.

DOB: April 25, 2013.

$5,000 grant by the Humane Society of Tampa Bay. The group will be using the grant to trap, spay and neuter the feline population in the Communities of Southwest Hillsborough County.

The Feline Folks program utilizes (T/N/R) Trap/Neuter/Return followed by humane management of all Community Free Roaming Cats through the care & maintenance of colonies established in their geographic area.

The organization’s major area of focus is Kings Point & Sun City Center.

Additionally they provide services to the entire Hillsborough County South Shore area.

They are always in need of volunteers to help with their mission. If you are interested in learning more about an amazingly rewarding experience, contact them at 813-545-7611. They have many volunteer positions available including transporting to Tampa for spay and neutering, feeding, trapping, and event organizing. Their web site is felinefolks.us and the email is info@felinefolks.us.

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Kings Point Lawn Bowling

Duplicate Bridge Association Staff Appreciation

The Kings Point Duplicate Bridge Association(KPDBA) took a break during one of its regular games to express appreciation to the staff of the Kings Point Clubhouse. Present to enjoy holiday cake and coffee were members of the housekeeping staff, security, business office and Vesta management. The KPDBA acknowledges the staff annually to thank them for keeping the Card Room clean, orderly and ready for bridge players, helping with scheduling, being available for emergencies and working hand in hand with the association to make Kings Point a terrific place to play bridge.

SCC Photo Club Meets Tuesday, January 14 at 6:30 pm in the Caper Room

Experience two speakers at the Sun City Center Photo Club’s January 14 meeting. Peggy Farren will present on effectively using your camera’s flash and how to compensate when you cannot use a flash. Peggy’s creativity, expertise, exceptional customer service and upbeat personality helped her photography company become the first recipient of the Naples Daily News’ Champion Award for Photography for 2011 and the Star Award the following year 2012 as well as the National Association for?Wedding Professionals “Industry Award” for 2011, which honors a company?that stands out as an example of professionalism, kindness, success and over?achievement. You will see her pictures gracing the covers of many local magazines, as well as national publications. She also freelances for the Florida Weekly newspaper and has many corporate clients. Peggy has a way of simplifying the technical side of photography so that her classes are in high demand.

Joe Fitzpatrick is our second presenter who will show us what to pack and how to pack for a photography trip. Joe is an experienced and well-respected professional photographer who has consistently created award-winning images. He is one of that rare breed of photographers who possesses both a vast array of technical knowledge and the ability to communicate it in clear, simple terms.

He is a member of the Photographic Society of America and the Professional Photographers of America. In 2011 and 2012 Joe was chosen to co-lead the Scott Kelby Worldwide Photowalks in both Fort Myers and Naples. Well versed in all aspects of photography, Joe holds seminars, hands on workshops, and small group classes on a variety of subjects. His easy to understand teaching style and abundance of patience have placed him also in high demand as a speaker throughout Florida.

At 6:30 PM, we will have a tutorial program, followed by the regular program at 7:00 p.m. This is an open meeting and you do not have to be a member to attend.

Dues for the 2014 year remain at $20 per person or $30 per household couple and provide access to club activities, competitions and classes as well as the photo lab with computers, scanners and large format printers.

For more information on the club and its activities, please see our website at www.photoclubscc.com or visit the learning lab at 960D Cherry Hills Drive.

Canadian Club Meet and Mingle

The Kings Point Canadian Club will host a “Meet and Mingle” wine and cheese event on Jan 13th at 2:00 PM in the Kings Point Borini Theatre. The cost is $3.00. All Canadians residing in Kings Point and Sun City Center are invited to attend. Tickets can be purchased on Dec.19th and Jan. 2nd in the Kings Point North Clubhouse Lobby from 10:00 AM till noon. Tickets are also available at the door on Jan.19th.

Eagle Audubon Society Meeting and Program

Thursday January 16, 2014. Doors open to public at 1:15 P.M.Kings Point North Clubhouse, Banquet Room.

Program: “The Black Hole and Other Fascinating Things in the Universe” Speaker: Fulvia Fiorani, Astronomer and Physicist This event is open to the public. Program follows an informative meeting.

For more information contact Sally Sutton, 633-3916.

The folk in White had their annual Christmas Party and it turned out to be a room full of colors, mostly red, green & black with lots of sparkles and Santa Hats. John Robek, VP, thanked the 2013 Board of Directors and introduced the new Board, who were then inducted into service – President, Pam LeCren; First Vice President, Sam Giliberto; Second Vice President, Frank Crowley; Secretary, Lorraine Brown; Treasurer, Karen Crippen; Greens Keeper, Joe White; At Large Board Members Gretchen Johnson, Irene Williams, Carole Robek.

John also made mention of all the members who helped him: worked on the green, namely,Joe White & thanked Irene Williams and her team who were responsible for the party itself.

A moment of silence was held for members Verla Hirneisen and Rich Brown, who passed away very suddenly this year.The meal choices were Hawaiian Chicken or Beef Tips but the real star of the meal was the thick moist chocolate cake, which added more than a few pounds to those who indulged.

After-wards all the attention was on Santa Claus (Joe White) who distributed the gifts. Many different bottles of wine (last year’s favorite gift) were on hand, along with boxes of chocolates, which brought smiles to Ron Doncouse’s face. A weather forecaster wall hanging seemed to be the gift, which was passed from hand to hand, ending up with Sam Giliberto.The festive, fun evening ended on a romantic note with members Carol Hall & Paul Hannesson announcing their engagement.

Italian Heritage Club Valentine Party

The Americans of Italian Heritage Club will have a Valentine/ Carnavale Party on February 14, 2014 in the KP Borini Theater. The doors open at 5 PM. Banquet Masters will cater their usual delicious buffet consisting of Chicken Picatta, Salmon Almondine and Stuffed Shells together with Rice Pilaf and Broccoli. There will be both cheesecake and chocolate cake on the tables. The Club will provide coffee, hot water for tea, soda, water and ice. BYOB. Jack Brown will be the DJ. Members $21 and Guests $23. Tables of 8 kindly send checks in together. Please mail or bring checks made payable to A.I.H. to Gerry Barba (633-5589) 201 Glenellen PL, SCC, FL 33573.

Cut-off date is February 8th.

2014 $10 dues per person are now due. Please mail check made payable to A.I.H. indicating “2014 dues” to Tom Barba (633-0264) 2306 Grantham Ct, SCC, FL 33573.

Patriots Club News

The Patriots Club will be holding its Annual Membership Meeting.

Everyone is welcome to attend. You do not need to be a member of the Club. As a matter of fact we are always looking for new members.

Save the date and join us.

DAY/DATE: Saturday, January 11, 2014 TIME: 1:30 P.M. PLACE: Palm Room, Old Town Hall

L to R: Cam McGary and Phyllis Van Linder with one of their many hand made decorations.

GFWC SCC Woman’s Club January Program presents Thinking Outside the Box

Local resident Cam McGary, who has used her creative talents for years decorating our community for social functions, will present Thinking Outside the Box, a program showing us how to transform ordinary items into easy and beautiful decorations. Cam and her assistant Phyllis Van Linder will instruct us on making 5-minute flower and candle arrangements, other decorations, and napkin displays.

The meeting will be at Community Hall, Thursday, January 16th at 11:00 AM. Sign in and social time where members and guests can look at and handle the 68 easy to make centerpieces and decorations will be until 11:30, followed by a short business meeting. A catered luncheon by Banquet Masters is at 12:00 noon with the program at 12:45. The lunch is $14 payable at the door but reservations are required. Please email your reservation to gfwcreservation@aol.com.

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Computer Club January Classes

WINDOWS 8 - REVISITED At its Wednesday, January 8 meeting, The Computer Club will feature a panel consisting of Matt Batt, Mark Morris and Mary Boyes sharing their experiences with Windows 8 and Windows 8.1. Come and learn from those that have many hours of experience with this new Operating System. (Due to New Years Day, this is a substitute date).

The meeting will begin at 7:30 PM in the Florida Room. All Sun City Center and Kings Point residents are invited. For membership and meeting information, contact Gary Smith at 480-2753.

WINDOWS 8 WORKSHOP Getting Acquainted With The New Operating System Your choice of January 9 orJanuary 13 or January 23. 9:00 AM – 12 NOON In the Computer Club Classroom. Tuition $10 payable upon registration.

Beginners Q&A Workshop For Those Needing Help In Getting Started January 20. 9:00 AM – 12 NOON In the Computer Club Classroom.

Tuition $10 payable upon registration. Pre-register in classroom 12:305PM, MON-SAT.

Kings Point Jazz Lovers

The holidays are behind us and we are stepping into a new year. The KP Jazz Lovers will be enjoying male and female jazz vocalists onJanuary 17th.We will meet in the Ripple Room of the main clubhouse at 1:00 for an informative jazz session featuring information on modern jazz followedby listening enjoyment from 2:00 to 4:00 PM.Come and join us for a great way to start the new year. For more information contact Bill Ferron at 938-3571 or email bferron2@tampabay.rr.com.

Chairman of Hillsborough County Democratic Party To Speak Michael K. van Hoek, chairman of the Hillsborough County Democratic Party, is the scheduled speaker at the next South Shore Democratic Club meeting on Thursday, January 9 at 1:30pm at the South Shore Regional Library in Ruskin. Mr. van Hoek has a unique vantage point to view the current political scene as it happens locally and state wide running up to the 2014 Mid Term Elections. His topics are potential candidates, key issues and controversial positions on critical issues.

The library is located at 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin. Meet and Greet refreshments at 1pm . All Democrats and like-minded persons are urged to attend the meeting.Please visit www. southshoredemocraticclub.org as well as Facebook at www. facebook.com/SSDEMCLUB for more information.

L to R: John Rinell and Uta Kuhn at the bandstand.

Patriots Club Sponsors Free Holiday Concert

On December 12th, the SCC Patriots Club sponsored a free Holiday Concert under the oak trees at the Community Association Bandstand. Winn-Dixie Markets gave out bottles of water and sponsored a drawing for several Winn-Dixie gift cards. Over 300 people enjoyed the music and singing by John Rinell.

Scandinavian Club Meeting

The Scandinavian Club of Sun City Center will meet on Wednesday, January 22, at 2:30 p.m. in the Florida Room. The program will include the movie, “The Spirit of Sweden” which will feature the elegant Grand Hotel, the changing of the guard, Stockholm’s “old town”, the Lappland mountains, the Gota canal and many other spectacular sights of Sweden.Refreshments will be served and guests are welcome.

SCC Registered Nurses Club

The SCC Registered Nurses Club will be meeting on Thursday, Jan. 2, 10AM in the Caper room at the Atrium. The meeting will start at 9:45 AM with socializing starting at 9:15 AM. The speaker will be Judy Martin who will talk about the new St. Joseph’s Hospital opening on Big Bend Road in 2015. For further information contact Helen Tavares 813-938-4694.

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Kings Point Stained Glass Club Annual Meeting

Kings Point Stained Glass Club Annual Meeting will be held on Saturday, January 11,2014 at 1:00 in the East-West Social Room, North Clubhouse. Dues of $20 for 2014, if not already paid, may be paid at this time. Please join us to learn about the new & exciting things that are happening at our studio.

SCC Alpha Xi Deltas News Organ/KeyBoard Club News

Once again, the Organ/KeyBoard Club of SCC played Christmas songs for Wedgewood 11 Association Holiday Dinner Party. The event was held in the Florida Room on December 11 with Barb Carlini, a member of the Club, playing the Technics Organ.

The club meets every Thursday for a lesson in the Florida Room at 9am. No instrument needed, music provided, cost $3.For further information call Kathy Katz 813-634-1663 or Barb Carlini 813-633-2022.

Come join us and enjoy music.

SCC Registered Nurses Club

The SCC Registered Nurses Club will be meeting on Thursday, Jan. 2, 10AM in the Caper room at the Atrium. The meeting will start at 9:45 AM with socializing starting at 9:15 AM. The speaker will be Judy Martin who will talk about the new St. Joseph’s Hospital opening on Big Bend Road in 2015. For further information contact Helen Tavares 813-938-4694.

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Sun City Center Alpha Xi Deltas attended the Annual Fall Luncheon on the Back Porch of Renaissance. They will meet again in January. Any woman having pledged the National Alpha Xi Delta Sorority is welcome to attend the quarterly luncheons for fun and fellowship. For more information, please call Marianne Turman at (813) 634-7770.

Rotary Club of Sun City Center Inducts New Members

The Rotary Club of Sun City Center welcomed two new members on December 3rd, 2013. Ron Banaszak, retired professor, and Kevin Knopf, Executive Director of Freedom Plaza, were formally inducted into the club. Rotary is a worldwide service organization for business and professional leaders who are committed to improving local and global communities. The Rotary Club of Sun City Center meets every Tuesday at noon at Freedom Fairways, 3940 Upper Creek Dr., Sun City Center. Prospective members and visitors are always welcome to attend a meeting. For more information on the Rotary Club of Sun City Center call (813) 634-0496.

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Golf Scores - Hogans Golf Club Of Sun City Center & Kings Point

Monday, November 18, 2013

Course: Imperial Lakewoods Play: A-Skins 1st: Hank Smythe, Joe DeFelice, Syl Amos, Tom Gotschall, and Norm Taylor - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Norm Taylor - 62 Low-gross: Dan Stephens - 82 Birds: Tom Gotschall - #13 Par 4 and #16 Par 3; Hank Smythe - #7 Par 4

Flight #2 1st: Andy Betz - 3 Skins 2nd: Bill Smythe - 2 Skins 3rd: Rex Gibbons and Dick Ihrke - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Jerry Stemas - 74 Low-gross: Jerry Stemas - 89 Birds: Jerry Stemas - #7 Par 4

Back L to R: Jerry Stemas, Norm Caplette, and Ray Webb.

Front L to R: Reggie Ryan, Hilde Karl, Colleen Caplette, & Mike Brock.

Saturday, November 23, 2013

L to R: Tom Gotschall, Syl Amos, Hank Smythe, Joe DeFelice, and Norm Taylor.

Wednesday, November 20, 2013 Course: Apollo Beach Play: A-Skins Flight #1 1st: Hank Smythe - 3 Skins 2nd:John Colgren - 2 Skins 3rd: Bill Smythe and Reggie Ryan - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: John Colgren - 62 Low-gross: John Colgren and Reggie Ryan - Tied at 93

L to R: Hank Smythe, Bill Smythe, John Colgren, and Reggie Ryan.

Flight #2 1st: Bill Healey - 4 Skins 2nd: Syl Amos and Norm Caplette - Tied at 2 Skins 3rd: Jenice Taylor and Terry Upson - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Norm Caplette and Bill Healey - Tied at 66 Low-gross: Norm Caplette - 90 Birds: Bill Healey - #14 Par 4 and Terry Upson - #12 Par 3

Course: Apollo Beach Play: A-Skins Flight #1 1st: Joe DeFelice, Rex Gibbon, & Chuck Feldschau - Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: Dan McGee, Bill Konopasek, & Norm Taylor - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Chuck Feldschau - 68 Low-gross: Rex Gibbons - 92 Birds: Norm Taylor - #13 Par 4 & Chuck Feldschau - #2 Par 5

Friday, November 29, 2013

Course: Riverside Play: A-Skins 1st: Rich Lucidi - 2 Skins 2nd: Ruben Jones and Charlie Gebauer - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Jim Sari - 65 Low-gross: Jim Sari - 84 Birds: Ruben Jones - #11 Par 4 and Wilf Pennell - #9 Par 4

L to R: Dan McGee, Bill Konopasek, Rex Gibbons, Chuck Feldschau, Norm Taylor, and Joe DeFelice.

Flight #2 1st: Don Mowry and Rich Lucidi - Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: Wilf Pennell & Frank O'Brien - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Wilf Pennell - 66 Low-gross: Wilk Pennell - 81 Birds: Paul Swakow - #4 Par 3 & #14 Par 4; Wilf Pennell - #3 Par 4; and Mike Brock - #2 Par 5

L to R: Ruben Jones, Charlie Gebauer, Rich Lucidi, & Wilf Pennell.

Saturday, November 30, 2013 Course: Apollo Beach Play: A-Skins 1st: Charlie Brown and Bob Hull - Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: Joe DeFelice - 1 Skin Low-net: Joe DeFelice - 65 Low-gross: Jerry Stemas - 91 Birds: Joe DeFelice - #13 Par 4

L to R: Joe DeFelice and Dick Ihrke.

Course: Summerfield Crossings Play: A-Skins 1st: John Williams - 2 Skins 2nd: Jim Sari and Dick Ihrke - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Dick Ihrke - 64 Low-gross: Walt Weldon - 85 Birds: Ruben Jones - #13 Par 4; John Williams - #14 Par 4; and Dick Ihrke - #6 Par 4

L to R: Jim Sari, Walt Weldon, Ruben Jones, John Williams, & Dick Ihrke.

Saturday, December 7, 2013

L to R: Paul Swakow, Frank O'Brien, Wilf Pennell, Don Mowry, Mike Brock, and Rich Lucidi.

Course: Imperial Lakewoods Play: A-Skins Flight #1 1st: Charlie Gebauer and Joe DeFelice - Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: Erwin Karl & Hank Smythe - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Tom Gotschall - 71 Low-gross: Tom Gotschall - 87

L to R: Charlie Brown, Joe DeFelice, and Bob Hull.

Monday, December 2, 2013

Course: Imperial Lakewoods Play: A-Skins 1st: Joe Danielson and Jerry Stemas - Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: John Schachte, Rich Lucidi, Syl Amos, Tom Gotschall, an Erwin Karl - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Tom Gotschall - 65 Low-gross: Tom Gotschall - 81 Birds: Tom Gotschall - #10 Par 5

Course: Apollo Beach Play: A-Skins 1st: Rich Lucidi, Bill Konopasek, Don Mowry, and Syl Amos - Tied at 2 Skins Low-net: Denny Wintersteen - 65 Low-gross: Denny Wintersteen - 86 Birds: Rich Lucidi - #12 Par 3

L to R: Denny Wintersteen, Rich Lucidi, Don Mowry, Syl Amos, and Bill Konopasek.

Monday, December 9, 2013

Friday, November 22, 2013

Course: Summerfield Crossings Play: A-Skins 1st: Colleen Caplette - 3 Skins 2nd:Ray Webb - 2 Skins 3rd: Reggie Ryan and Norm Caplette - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Reggie Ryan and Jerry Stemas - Tied at 73 Low-gross: Jerry Stemas - 88 Birds: Mike Brock - #8 Par 3 and Colleen Caplette - #15 Par 3

Course: Apollo Beach Play: A-Skins Flight #1 1st: Dennis Horne - 2 Skins 2nd: Norm Taylor, Norm Caplette, & Colleen Caplette - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Bill Konopasek - 69 Low-gross: Dan Stephens - 85 Birds: Norm Caplette - #12 Par 3 & Colleen Caplette - #14 Par 4 Flight #2 1st: Joe DeFelice - 2 Skins 2nd: Dick Ihrke - 1 Skin Low-net: Dick Ihrke - 62 Low-gross: Ruben Jones - 85

Friday, December 6, 2013

Monday, November 25, 2013

L to R: Norm Caplette, Bill Healey, Jenice Taylor, Syl Amos, & Terry Upson.

L to R: Andy Betz, Bob Hull, Bill Smythe, Jerry Stemas, & Rex Gibbons.

Wednesday, December 4, 2013

Back Row L to R: Joe DeFelice, Charlie Gebauer, Erwin Karl, and Tom Gotschall.

Front Row L to R: Hank Smythe, Jackie Amos, and Hilde Karl.

Back Row L to R: John Schachte, Syl Amos, Rich Lucidi Front Row L to R: Jerry Stemas, Tom Gotschall, Joe Danielson, and Erwin Karl.

Course: Imperial Lakewoods Play: A-Skins 1st: Bill Konopasek - 2 Skins 2nd: Bob Drosky and Walt Weldon - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Frank O'Brien - 66 Low-gross: Frank O'Brien - 81 Birds: Frank O'Brien #15 Par 4 and #15 Par 3; Jerry Stemas - #13 Par 4

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Kings Point Ladies Nifty Niners

Winner: Lorraine Rings 137.

2nd place tie with 138 Joyce Bissonette & Judy Stevens

Net Score

November 21, 2013 Flight A Winner Sally Repetti 33 Flight B Winner Lorraine Rings 30 Flight C Winner Shirley Brei 30

Scramble

December 5, 2013 Winning Team with 33 Lee Leverett Judy Stevens Joyce Bissonette Lorraine Rings

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Shriners Golf League Sun City Center

Photo by Art Swallow L to R: Chuck Reeves, Dave Callan, Dave Welsh, Dutch James, Ken Buckland, Jim Hiller.

Throw Out Worse Hole December 12, 2013 Flight A Winner Nancy Manning 36 Flight B Winner Lorraine Rings 35

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The League is open to all Shriners and their male friends.

On this blustery and colder day as afternoon came, the Shriners League played Falcon Watch (Kings Point). Winners were: 2 Skins: Honorable Mention: Jim Hiller Dave Welsh 1 Skin: Guest: Dutch James Dave Callan Chuck Reeves Ken Buckland Art Swallow 25% of the winnings are being sent to the Shriners Childrens Hospital.

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2nd: John Colgren - 2 Skins 3rd: Hank Smythe, Joe DeFelice, and John Schachte - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Ray Curry - 66 Low-gross: Walt Weldon - 80 Birds: Walt Weldon - #10 Par 5

L to R: Bob Drosky, Frank O'Brien, Bill Konopasek, Jerry Stemas, and Walt Weldon.

L to R: Ewrin Karl, Bill Giblin, Bob Hull, Mike McClintic, and Ron Leombruno.

Wednesday, December 11, 2013 Course: Apollo Beach Play: A-Skins 1st: John Colgren - 2 Skins 2nd: Bill Konopasek and Dale Nicholson - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: John Colgren - 65 Low-gross: Dan Stephens - 86 Birds: John Colgren - #3 Par 4 and #18 Par 4

Saturday, December 21, 2013 Back L to R: Rich Lucidi, Walt Weldon, John Schachte, John Colgren, and Ray Curry.

Front L to R: Hank Smythe and Joe DeFelice.

Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Here is our winner, John Colgren.

No one else waited for a picture.

Friday, December 13, 2013

Course: Summerfield Crossings Play: A-Skins 1st: Dale Nicholson - 2 Skins 2nd: Walt Weldon, Colleen Caplette, Bill Barron, Joe DeFelice, and Ray Curry - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Colleen Caplette - 63 Low-gross: Walt Weldon - 82 Birds: Walt Weldon - #2 Par 3 and #6 Par 4; Mike Brock - #11 Par 4; Colleen Caplette - #15 Par 3; Jenice Taylor - #5 Par 4; Bill Barron - #18 Par 5; Joe DeFelice - #11 Par 4; and Ray Curry - #14 Par 4

Back L to R: Jenice Taylor, Colleen Caplette, Bill Barron, & Dale Nicholson Front L to R: Joe DeFelice, Ray Curry, Mike Brock, & Walt Weldon

Course: Apollo Beach Play: A-Skins 1st: Syl Amos - 4 Skins 2nd: Jim Robertroy, Bob Hull, Jenice Taylor, and Dick Ihrke - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Hank Smythe - 68 Low-gross: Fran Cordial and Bob Drosky - Tied at 83 Birds: Syl Amos - #2 Par 5, #7 Par 5, and #12 Par 3; Jenice Taylor - #9 Par 4; and Dick Ihrke - #17 Par 3

Back L to R: Syl Amos and Jim Robertroy.

Front L to R: Hank Smythe, Jenice Taylor and Bob Hull.

Friday, December 20, 2013

Course: Summerfield Crossings Play: H-Skins 1st: Wilf Pennell and John Williams - Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: John Colgren and Dan Stephens - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Wilf Pennell - 68 Low-gross: Dan Stephens - 83 Birds: Dan Stephens - #10 Par 4

Saturday, December 14, 2013 Course: Apollo Beach Play: A-Skins 1st: Chuck Feldschau and Andy Betz - Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: John Schachte and Rich Lucid - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Andy Betz - 66 Low-gross: Paul Swakow - 92 Birds: Syl Amos - #3 Par 4

L to R: Chuck Feldschau, Andy Betz, Rich Lucid, Syl Amos, and John Schachte.

Monday, December 16, 2013 Course: Imperial Lakewoods Play: A-Skins 1st: Rich Lucidi - 3 Skins

L to R: Dan Stephens, Wilf Pennell, John Williams, and John Colgren.

Saturday, December 21, 2013 Course: Freedom Fairways Play: H-Skins 1st Place: Bill Giblin - 2 Skins 2nd Place: Bob Hull and Ron Leombruno - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Bob Hull and Erwin Karl - Tied at 52 Low-gross: Bob Hull and Ewrin Karl - Tied at 70 Birds: Bob Hull - #11 Par 3 and #15 Par 3; Bill Giblin - #9 Par 4 and #12 Par 4; Mike McClintic - #14 Par 3; and Erwin Karl - #9 Par 4

Course: Apollo Beach Play: A-Skins 1st: Don Mowry - 3 Skins 2nd: Syl Amos and Bob Jacobs - Tied at 2 Skins 3rd: Andy Betz - 1 Skin Low-net: Doug Banning - 70 Low-gross: Doug Banning 85 Birds: Doug Banning - #12 Par 3 and Bob Jacobs - #10 Par 4

January, 2014

Membership is required to play with the Hogans.

Please contact us if you are interested in membership in the Hogans at: http://hogans-golf.com/ The Club is open to all Sun City Center, Kings Point and Associated residents and their guests.

Submitted by: Pam Jones Email: mrspkjones@gmail.com Phone: 813-419-4376.

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Retired Minister to Publish First Book

NOKP Book Review Kings Point resident and retired Methodist minister, Rev. Betty Beach Connell, recently submitted her first book, “Embracing the Call,” to her publisher in anticipation of a release around Easter 2014.

Rev. Betty says “Embracing the Call” is the true story of what can happen when an imperfect woman discovers a perfectly gracious God. “I was in active ministry for twenty-eight years. But, before that, I spent thirty-seven years trying to make it on my own, taking my lumps and learning from my mistakes. And not always learning the first time.”

Connell said.

“Embracing the Call” certainly pulls no punches.

It is the unvarnished truth confessed by a dear friend, a tale of human limitations and God’s limitless grace.

Betty is relatable because she is so real, admittedly flawed but dedicated to pursuing God’s call on her life above all else.

“It wasn’t anything I did that transformed my life. It was God’s love that gave me peace, grace and purpose.”

Connell said.

Betty’s story begins on an idyllic farm in rural New York, then traces her journey through painful teen years and a young love that nearly destroyed her. It is a coming of age story that many women can relate to.

Betty’s tale is also about a life split in two by a day of reckoning that changed one woman’s path in life and created a legacy that has touched three generations. And it is a shining example of what can happen when you stop guessing, say “yes” to God and discover your own divine Call.

From farm girl in a frilly dress,

Rev. Betty Beach Connell

to an abused young woman lost in love, to a single mother struggling to survive, Betty’s life before ministry is every bit as compelling as her pioneering struggle as a woman called

by God to embrace a role church tradition, doctrine, family and friends would have denied her.

Betty persevered, she listened to God’s voice and found in her calling a life of joy and fulfillment unlike any she could have ever expected. There were still hurdles, challenges and life-or-death struggles, but she would never again have to face them alone.

Rev. Connell’s message is simple, poignant and powerful. “Young or old, there are no limits. Because God has no limits. Take that first step, and watch Him amaze you.

It is my hope that ‘Embracing the Call’ will encourage you to do just that.”

To learn more about Rev. Betty Beach Connell and her book, “Embracing the Call,” find her online at www.

BettyBeachConnell.com.

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PAC Benefit Concert a Success

Performing Arts Company of SCC President, Ellen Kleinschmidt is joined by talented young friends Caroline Howard and Alex Council and Santa (Jim Stanton) and Mrs Claus (Babs Cominoli) at the Performing Arts Company’s Wall to Wall benefit Christmas Concert on Dec 7 at the Rollins Theater. Over $2,000 was raised from ticket sales and concert donations to benefit the Make a Wish Foundation.

P.A.C. Lite Occasional Variety Series at the Rollins

L to R: Chief Schramm and Dee Kelly.

Sew N Sews Support Emergency Squad

Volunteers Needed for South Bay Hospital Cancer Resource Center

South Bay Hospital is seeking volunteers for their American Cancer Society Cancer Resource Center, located in the South Bay Hospital lobby. Volunteers will provide visitors and caregivers with information about prevention and detection, treatment guidelines and support groups. They will also help visitors find resources that suit their needs such as wigs, prosthetics, camisoles, hats and more.

Volunteers are needed on weekdays and hours are flexible. No experience necessary and training will be provided. If you are interested in volunteering, or for more information on the Cancer Resource Center, please call 813-634-0187.

British Connection Concert

The British Connection invites you to a concert of traditional and contemporary music performed by the “Sounds of Time,” East Bay High School Chorus, on Tuesday, January 21st, 2014, in the Florida Room of the Atrium Bldg., 6PM to 9PM. Choices of favorite gourmet pizzas will be prepared by Catering Specialties. BYOB. Soda, tea, coffee, setups, and dessert provided. Members $12.00 & NonMembers $14.00.RSVP deadline is Thursday, January 16th to Kathy Howell. Call 567-3358. Checks payable to: The British Connection, 316 Green Manor Dr., Sun City Center, FL 33573.

The “RED HOT” entertainment continues at the Rollins Theater in January and February. The Performing Arts Company of SCC is proud to present two special shows as part of their “P.A.C. Lite occasional Variety Series.”

On January 25, the PAC welcomes Nashville’s international fingerpicking guitar virtuoso, Richard Smith. A child prodigy, Richard has played the guitar since he was 5 years old. He played with the great Chet Atkins on stage at the age of 11 where he wowed the audience. Today, Richard tours around the US and Europe solo, with his cellist wife, and with his swing band The Hot Club of Nashville. The opening act, “Broadway Goes Bluegrass” features the Front Porch Pickers, the PAC’s own Lew Resseguie and Ellen Kleinschmidt and Babs Cominoli as Minnie Pearl.

On February 8 Carlyn Laurent portrays Mrs. Abraham Lincoln and tells the compelling true story in “Whatever Happened to Mary Lincoln”, a one-woman play which will have its world premier performance at the Rollins. Through many of Mary Todd Lincoln’s own words, audiences will relive her troubled childhood, her time as a merry socialite, through her years as a young mother, vilified presidential wife, grieving mother, and shattered widow.

Both of these shows will be presented at 2:30pm and 7:00pm at the Rollins Theater which is located at 970 Cherry Hills Dr in SCC. Tickets for both shows are $20 or $12 for each show and are available at the SCC Atrium Kiosk, which will be open Mon - Friday from 9am - noon, or with credit card by calling 813-400-7803. The public is invited to attend all shows at the Rollins Theater.

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You do not want to miss this most elegant event of the season hosted by the Michigan Club. KP and SCC residents, gather your friends and guests and plan to attend.

Saturday Jan 25th experience the transformation of the Borini Theater into a “Winter Wonderland.” Begin with the social hour at 5pm. BYOB, dinner is served at 6pm by Orange Blossom Catering.

Choice of beef burgundy or whitefish, dancing at 7 PM to the music of Flashback. Ticket sales every Tuesday morning 9am to noon in the Kings Point North Clubhouse lobby. members $30 Guests$ 35. Singles table available.Questions? Call Paul - 634-8506.

On Feb. 8 PAC Lite will premiere a new one-woman play at the Rollins Theater as Carlyn Laurent portrays Mrs. Abraham Lincoln in “Whatever Became of Mary Lincoln” the compelling true story of the wife and widow of one of one of America’s favorite presidents.

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PAC Lite continues at the Rollins Theater on Jan 25 with singer, guitarist, and Nashville’s international fingerpicking virtuoso, Richard Smith. The show will also feature The Front Porch Pickers, PAC favorites Lew Resseguie and Ellen Kleinschmidt and Babs Cominoli as Minnie Pearl.

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Come Kick Up Your Heels

Come dance to Tony & Trish on January 14 in the Borini Theatre from 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. Doors open at 7:00. Members get in free and Kings Point and Sun City Center residents are welcome as guests, with the cost at the door $10 per couple. BYOB and snacks. Ice, water, cups and napkins will be provided.

Proper dress is tie and jacket for men. Dress or dressy pants for women. Non-members should call Judy at 813-938-3187 for reservations and information.

Kings point and Sun City Center residents interested in joining should have their checks in by January 31. Current members dues are $50 and new members membership dues are $63, which includes a member badge.

Join us for a fun filled evening of dancing.

Italian Heritage Club dinner

The Americans of Italian Heritage Club will have their Pastry & Sambuca with Demitasse Night on Thursday, January 16, 2014 in the KP Borini Theater. Choice of Cannoli or Fsogliatelli and demitasse or decaf brown coffee. The doors will open at 6:30 PM. BYOB. Nick@Nite will DJ for your listening and dancing pleasure.

Members $5 and guests $6. Extra pastries can be ordered at a cost of $3 each. There will be table reservations. Table reservations of 8 please send your checks in together. Kindly mail your check made payable to A.I.H. (indicating choice of pastry) to: Gerry Barba, (633-5589) 201 Glenellen Place, SCC, FL 33573. Cut-off date is January 10th.

2014 $10 dues per person are now being collected. Please send separate check and indicate 2014 dues. Send to: Tom Barba (633-0264) 2306 Grantham Ct, SCC, Fl 33573.

The Performing Arts Company Presents “Sinatra!” at The Rollins

L to R: Greg McKeown, Jaye Roy, Anita Perrier, Barbara Sirois, Herman Bouwman, Carol O’Connor, Winnie Wright, Marion Winsor.

Duplicate Bridge Players Strike Gold

Sun City Center Duplicate Bridge players struck gold at the Tampa Regional Tournament – a competition among duplicate bridge players in the Tampa Bay region. Duplicate players earn points of different colors on their way to becoming Life Masters. Gold points are the most difficult to earn.

Pictured are some of the players from the Kings Point Duplicate Bridge Association (KPDBA) and the Duplicate Bridge Association of Sun City Center(DBASCC) who struck gold.

South Bay Hospital Hosts Shop with the Dietician

South Bay Hospital invites you to shop with Shirley Allen, Registered and Licensed Dietician, as she takes you down the aisles of good health. The seminar will take place in the South Bay Hospital Medical Auditorium, 1901 Haverford Ave., Suite 106 in Sun City Center on January 15th, 2014 at 3:30 p.m. Learn how to make healthy food choices, read nutrition labels and shop smarter. Healthy refreshments will be provided and registration is required. Call South Bay Hospital’s toll free Consult-A-Nurse line at 1-888-685-1595 to register.

The best is yet to come! The cast of “Sinatra!” is busy rehearsing for their new show, which opens at the Rollins on Jan 8 at 7pm with a casually elegant opening night champagne and Italian dessert gala. The show stars (front L to R) Teri Council, Lew Resseguie and Ellen Kleinschmidt. Featured performers include (back L to R) Michael Boyer, Michael Peacock, Dan Tackitt and Alex Council.

Tickets for the opening night GALA are $25. For information call 813.789.8271.

The excitement continues at the Rollins Theater (970 Cherry Hills Dr) as The Performing Arts Company presents a new musical revue Sinatra!.

Sinatra! stars Lew Resseguie with supporting cast Michael Peacock, Michael Boyer, Ellen Kleinschmidt, & Teri and Alex Council. The PAC welcomes dancers , Kristen Zemina and Alejandro Estrada of the Brandon Ballet Company who round out the cast. Octavio Martin, director of the Brandon Ballet, is the choreographer. The multi-talented Dan Tackitt is the host of the show.

“Sinatra!” opens at the Rollins COME FLY WITH US! Teri and Theater on January 8 at 7:00 with Alex Council are among the a champagne and dessert gala & featured performers in Sinatra! premieres at the Rollins and continues Jan 9, 10, 11, 16, 17 which Theater on Jan 8 at 7pm with and 18th at 7:30pm with a matinee cabaret style seating and an on the 18th at 2:30.

Italian dessert gala. Sinatra!

Theater patrons who purchase continues on Jan 9, 10, 11, tickets for the opening night gala 16, 17, and 18 at 7:30 pm with will enjoy the show cabaret style a matinee on Jan 18 at 2:30. with a special champagne and Call 813.789.8271 for further dessert gala after the curtain closes. information.

Star of Sinatra and author, Lew Resseguie, will sign copies of his latest book The End of the Tunnel, which he will have for sale at the gala.

Gala guests will have the opportunity to mix and mingle with the cast of Sinatra! Tickets for the opening night show & champagne and dessert gala are $25.00. The Sinatra show and Gala is limited to 65 patrons.

Tickets for all other performances of Sinatra! are $12 and available at the SCC Atrium kiosk Monday – Friday from 9am – noon with cash or check or with credit card by calling the box office at 813.400.7803.

For further information go to www.performingartsco-scc.org.

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Ballroom Dancing

The Academy Ballroom Dance Club will host their monthly dance on Saturday – JANUARY 4, 2014 in the Community Hall from 7:30 to 9:30 PM. Bernice will be teaching a free “Tango” dance lesson from 6:30 to 7:15 PM. Academy Members are free, Guests $6.00 which includes the lesson.

BYOB.For more info call Jean Kostka at (813) 634-1235 or Charlie Brown at (813) 642-9817.

Come Dance with the Oldies but Goodies Dance Club

When: Sunday, January 19, 2014 7:00 pm to10:00 pm Where: Community Hall S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Sun City Center, FL Music from the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s and 80’s will be provided by the “Tampa Bay Time Machine.”The cost is $5.00 per person, Oldies but Goodies Club Members are free.You may bring your own snacks and the dance is BYOB. Please contact Sandi at the following email address for more information: sandik327@yahoo.com.

Hula on the Green

At the recent Suncoasters’ (Ladies`Lawn Bowling) Christmas Party, President Annette Dispenziere (pictured second from left) welcomed three members of the Sun City Hula Honeys (left to right Sylvia Eddens, Linda Hawken & teacher Darlene Walters) to entertain the club’s members. Dressed in red muumuus to reflect the holiday season, the trio received an enthusiastic response from those attending. The Hula Honeys are available to perform at functions; call Darlene for more information at 633-6839.

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Line Dance Party

Y’all come to a free Country Western Line Dance Party on Friday, Jan 17, at 7 PM in the Borini Theatre. Open to KP and SCC residents and their guests. No ticket to purchase, please sign in upon arrival.

BYOB and setups. Dress in western duds, or casual wear. Couples always welcome. Call Jan 634-6226 for more info.

International Forum Program

The Sun City Center Duplicate Bridge Association is pleased to announce that the annual ACBL Sectional tournament will be held at the Community Hall on January 31, and February 1-2, 2014.

Tournament Director in charge will be Karl Miller of the ACBL. Games will begin at 10:00 am and 3:00 pm on Friday and Saturday with a Swiss Team play-through beginning at 10:00 am on Sunday.

Continental Breakfast and homemade cookies will be served daily and lunch will be included on Sunday. Free Mini-Lectures will be held at 9:15 am on Friday and Saturday.

For more information please contact the Tournament Chairperson, Sue Batt, at 813 600 5549.

The International Forum of Sun City Center will present a program on Germany on Friday, January 10, 2014. Dr. Kees Boterbloem of the Univ. of South Florida will speak on “Germany’s Past and Present: Sonderweg (Special Path) or Not”. Dr. WilfriedBarthmus of Wesley Chapel will speak about the role of Germany’s army forces during the Cold War and now in Afghanistan and UN Peace Keeping Missions. Finally, Dr. Frank Alcock, associate professor of political science at New College, Sarasota, will address “Climate Politics and the Role of Germany.” The program will be held in the Florida Room of Sun City Center’s main campus on North Pebble Beach Blvd. from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Residents of Sun City Center and Kings Point and friends are welcome.

Beginner Bridge lessons

Moonglow Dance Club

Beginners bridge lessons for people who want to learnbridge or who haven’t played for a while. Starting Thur. Jan 16.9:30-11:30 am in the North Club house. Cost for the 8-week course is$40. call Jack 634-4213.

Eagle Audubon Society Films

The Eagle Audubon Society of Kings Point announces the 31st Annual Outdoor Adventure Film Series. Each of the films in the series is narrated by the photographer responsible for producing his respective film.The first of the three outstanding films will be presented by the popular and returning photojournalist, Stan Walsh, on Saturday, January 18 ,2014 and is entitled “Corsica and theRivieras”. The second film scheduled for Saturday , February 15th ,will be presented by Bob DeLoss and is a grand tour film entitled “Pacific Coast Top to Bottom”. The final film of the serieswill be presented on Saturday March 15th and the titled “Baja Adventure” is the work of internationally recognized cinematographer , John Holod. The general public is invited to attend these outstanding films at the Kings Point Borini Theater , Sun City Center, starting at 7:30 PM. Season tickets for all three films are available at the Kings Point Clubhouse Box Office M-F for $19.00 including tax. Single film tickets will cost $8.00 pp and are available at the Box Office M-F or just prior to the evening performance.

The Moonglow Ballroom Dance Club will hold their Annual Dinner Dance on Thursday January 23, 2014 from 5:00-9:00 p.m. in Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd., Sun City Center. Suncoast Catering will serve a delicious dinner with an entree choice of chicken or fish, and Appetizers are included. BYOB. Mario DeLeon will provide our Live Dance Music from 7:00-9:00 p.m. (This varies from our usual Dance time of 7:30-9:30 p.m..) The Attire will be “Dressy” for the ladies and “Jacket & Tie” for the men. Paid Reservations by CHECK ONLY (No Cash) made out to “Moonglow Dance Club” are requested

by Jan.15th and should be mailed to: Gail Bouverat, 1114 Villeroy Drive, Sun City Center, FL 33573. The cost will be $15.00 per person for members, and $25.00 per person for Visitors/Guests. Couples and Singles are welcome.

Both current and prospective members may send their $25.00 per person Annual Dues along with their Dinner Reservation. We have our complete 2014 schedule of great Live Music for your Dancing and Listening Pleasure. Monthly dances year round will feature the talents of: Daniel Fugazzotto, Fred Case & The Good Times Ballroom Fantasy Band, Mario DeLeon, The Mellotones, Rudy Rosa and Bryan Ashley. Guests/Visitors are always welcome at our Dances for $5.00 per person, and Singles Table(s) are available. For more information call Gail/Ron at 813-633-1297 OR Mary/Chet at 813-642-8845. If you prefer you may send email to gail3357@gmail.com.

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Matt Batt Featured Photographer at the SCCChamber

L to R: Giancarlo Berlingeri, Diane Simon, Dir. of Ed., George Mutti, Deb Croll, Dan Johnson, Chief Noreen Schramm, Alan Blackwell, Jennie Casey, Instructor, Ed Berkam

Chief Schramm Welcomes 6 New Responders To Squad Submitted by Jan Huber, Asst. Chief PR

Six students have successfully completed the intense 52-hour "Emergency Medical Responder" course given at the Sun City Center Emergency Squad training center. Students are first trained and certified in CPR. Following this aspect of the course, the students studied medical and environmental emergencies, airway management, the human body, bleeding, shock and poisoning.

Students also learned the proper technique for splinting, bandaging, back boarding and scooping a patient.

Each student has now been assigned to one of eight teams and will begin a period of mentoring with an experienced ambulance crew. The SCC Emergency Squad has 440 members and is growing.

If you are interested in finding out more about this all-volunteer and prestigious organization, please call 813-633-1411 or visit our web site at www.scc-ems.us

Social Dance Classes

Tuesday, January (7,14,21,28) Beginning - Tango - 5:30 PM Intermediate - Swing - 6:45 PM Advanced - Rumba - 8:00 PM Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building. Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point Residents.Couples and Singles welcome.$5/per class. For information call Bernice DuBro at 813-6343205.

Social Dance Casses

Wednesday, January (8,15,22,29) Beginning - Waltz - 12:45 PM Intermediate - Tango - 2:00 PM Advanced - Swing - 3:15 PM Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building. Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point Residents.Couples and Singles welcome.$5/per class. For information call Bernice DuBro at 6343205.

Singles Dance Classes

This is a special dance session for singles or people without a partner. We will be teaching a few steps in the Rumba on Monday, January (6,13,20,27) from 7:30 PM to 8:45 PM. Cost is $20/per person for all four weeks.

Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building. Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point Residents. For information call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205 or e-mail dancewithbernice@gmail.com.

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Our January exhibition at the Chamber of Commerce features Matt Batt. The exhibit is a collection of images that have been entered into our club competitions for the last four years. Many of the photos make use of High Dynamic Range (HDR) techniques to capture a greater range between the lightest and darkest areas of an image than standard photographic methods. This leads to some interesting and striking effects.

Matt has been the club treasurer for the last four years and is the Vice-President this year. He says that digital photography was not on his radar as an activity when he retired to Sun City Center, but the challenge and fun of the club competitions got him “hooked.” You will be amazed at the striking images presented.

Come to the opening of this display at the SCC Chamber of Commerce between 4:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. on January 16th to meet Matt and enjoy wine and cheese. His works will be on display through February 13th.

For more information on the SCC Photo Club and its activities, please see our website at www.photoclubscc.com or visit the photo learning lab at 960D Cherry Hills Drive.

Weight Loss Surgery Support Group Forming

Surgery is not some magic pill that automatically transforms a lifelong struggle with weight into an easy and permanent victory.

Whether you’ve had gastric bypass, duodenal switch, gastric band, gastric sleeve, or some other type of bariatric surgery, you’ve found the need for support in your daily efforts to make your surgery a long-term success. Your struggles over this holiday season have, no doubt, made that clear to you.

Its too easy for others to advise that “all you have to do” is be very careful about what you eat and make sure you exercise. Easier said than done!

So, let’s get a group together to help support one another. You don’t have to struggle alone. Let’s form a Weight Loss Surgery Support Group right here in Kings Point. For more information, phone 248-890-9890.

SCC Duplicate Bridge Club News

At the November 24th Duplicate bridge event, held in the Horizon Room, twelve teams competed in a Swiss Team Game.Overall winners were the team of Mary Rutledge, Ronda O’Farrell, Marion Howarth and Leon Arndt.

Their game percentage was 90, possibly a once in a lifetime achievement and they are still enjoying the “wows.”

Regular open duplicate bridge games are held on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday afternoons at 12:30 PM There is also a regular open game on Monday nights at 7:00 PM These games are all held in the Horizon Room.

A Non Life Master Game is held every Thursday afternoon at 12:30 P.M. in the Horizon Room and a 299’er game is held every Saturday at 12:30 P.M. in the Caper Room.

“Newplicate” bridge games are held every Wednesday afternoon at 12:30 PM in the Horizon Room for players with less than 99 master points.

For the novice players there is a game every Thursday morning at 9:00 AM. The EasyBridge Game/classes for beginners is held in the Horizon Room every Friday morning at 8:30 A.M. Call Kathy for information at 813-480-3368.

As you can see, Duplicate Bridge in Sun city Center is alive and well with games at all levels so, please come join us.For more information call Ron at 633-6162 or visit us on the web at www.sunccbridge.com.

2014, January The News of Kings Point

Elsie Green: This is Your Life

By Spencer Faircloth Elsie Green was born in Pleasantview, Kentucky on January 28, 1912. She celebrated her 100th birthday two years ago this month. Elsie had to drop out of school after the 7th grade in order to work on the family farm.

Living was hard compared to our life today. Just to attend school, she rode in a horse-drawn wagon, forded a river where there was no bridge, ate her bag lunch on the ground and, after school, returned home to perform farm work until sundown.

One of her chores was to

maintain the family garden and spread the manure to fertilize the plants. At the age of eleven she took a job in a shirt factory sewing buttons on shirts. Elsie said she remembers being so tired that she went to sleep on the bathroom floor.

Elsie ran away from home and eloped when she was thirteen years old. When her mother found out she came after her and took her back home. She had her first and only child, Anna Jewel, when she was sixteen.

Later in life, Elsie adopted a daughter, Joyce Anderson,

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who is now her only living family member. Later, while living in Pigeon Forge in East Tennessee, she married Dolly Parton’s father.

She has met Dolly several times.

Two memorable events in her life were attending the World Series in Cleveland, Ohio, and a trip to Jerusalem, which included a tour of the Mid-East. Elsie remembers visiting the Cairo museum and riding a camel to visit the Pyramids.

While living in Knoxville, near the University of Tennessee, her husband became sick and, in order to support her family, she

bought two houses and turned them into boarding houses. Later, Elsie moved to the Wimauma area to a house without indoor plumbing and took her baths in Lake Wimauma.

Elsie proudly acknowledges being raised in a Christian Baptist home and being saved at the age of sixteen. One of the things she enjoys about Sun City Center is the Nearly New Shop. She also enjoys her life in Sun Towers.

Elsie said her life has been hard, but she stays upbeat and enjoys her many friends and all the activities available in Sun Towers.

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The officers for 2014 are (L to R) Sam Sudman, Treasurer, Joanne Sudman, Secretary, Barb McElheny VP publicity, Chuck Dyer, Vice President of Socials and Jim Rottman, President. Marianne Turman (not pictured) is in charge of reservations for club events and helps out wherever needed.

Ohio Club News

Over 100 enjoyed watching the Ohio State Buckeyes take on the University of Michigan Wolverines on Saturday, November 30th. A great time was had cheering on our team with a little wagering and a lot of fun eating pizza and getting to know our Ohio neighbors living in the area.

The Ohio Club typically has four or five events a year. The cost to join the Ohio Club is $12.00 for a lifetime membership, which includes a name badge. For more information contact Jim Rottman (813) 6347770 or jrottman@tampabay.rr.com or Joanne Sudman (633-3106).

The next event is the 2014 Kickoff Party to be held in the Florida Room on January 17th. Peck’s, famous for their flame broiled chicken will provide a two-piece chicken dinner with three sides. Dessert, coffee and iced tea will also be provided (BYOB). Entertainment, provided by well-known local poet and musician, John Foster. John will read some of his humorous poetry and sing some of the great Tom Lehrer songs while playing his ukulele. The cost for this event is only $12.00 per person. Reservations must be made by January 13th. Make check payable to the Ohio Club and mail or deliver to Marianne Turman (634-7770) at 1954 Wolf Laurel Dr. If reservations are delivered, please place them in the big Ohio State Buckeye mailbox on her porch. Please include the names of those attending with your check. Make your reservations now as space is limited in the Florida Room. Doors open at 5:00 PM.

January, 2014

Caravan at Sunset by Patt Sulzberger.

SCC Photo Club Announces Bests of the Best Winners

The Sun City Center Photo Club is proud to announce the winners of its annual Best of the Best competition.

The Best in Show winner is Caravan at Sunset by Patt Sulzberger and the Judge’s Choice Award went to Gayle Fischer for her photo, Electric Cat. Award winners in color prints were Patt Sulzberger for Caravan at Sunset (Master), Kathy Griffith for Eyes Follow You (Advanced), Pat Jones for Cracker Boy (Level 2) and Jacquelyn Hanson for Oh, Wow! in the Unassigned class. In Monochrome prints, Jacquelyn Hanson won for Contemplation.

Color digital award winners were Electric Cat by Gayle Fischer.

Kathy Vital for Let’s Share (Master), Robert Winch for Please, No Pictures (Advanced), Rose Stack for Ringling Disc Thrower (Level 2), Robert Trivus for Showtime (Level 1) and Cheryl Levin for Opera House Ceiling, Reykjavik (Unassisgned.)

Monochrome digital division winners were Kathy Vital for Roverto, Italy (Master), Robert Winch for Steel Curves (Advanced), Pat Jones for Drink (Level 2) and Roger Kele for View from Beaver Creek (Level 1).

In the Creative category, Marion Scheller won the print competition for Lake Michigan@Las Vegas and Gayle Fischer won the digital division with Awakened.

Winning photos will be on display at the Sun City Center Chamber of Commerce building and in the atrium.

Men’s Club Eastern Caribbean Cruise

The Men’s Club cruised the Eastern Caribbean from November 16 through the 23. The cruise was on Celebrity Cruise Line’s Reflection sailing from Miami, FL with stops in Puerto Rico, St Thomas, and St Maarten. The cruise was organized by Jayne Kirse at Sun City Center Travel World Agency located in the Sun Plaza Shopping Center.

There were 108 cruisers on this year’s cruise and when asked about next year, Jim Rottman 2013 Club President, replied that “that he hopes for a bigger turn out next year.”

Photo by Rosie Clifton L To R:Models Linda Smith, Louise Ferla, Angie Maze, Mary Culliton, Robyn Payant, Karen Ransbury, Uta Kuhn and Jeanne Nenarella.

Woman’s Club Fashion Show and Luncheon a Success

The GFWC SCC Woman’s Club’s Foxy Fashions show and luncheon held this past Saturday, November 23rd, at Community Hall was a huge success. The hall was filled with ladies trying and buying the gorgeous clothing, jewelry and accessories brought to Sun City Center by Janet Carr, Accessories and More of Sarasota. Ladies were welcomed into the show with their choice of a mimosa, with or without alcohol, followed by a delicious catered lunch by Banquet Masters.

After lunch, 8 models, all members of the woman’s club, modeled three separate outfits each. Janet Carr provided the narrative, describing the clothes and accessories in detail as the models paraded across the stage and wound their way through the audience. Many had to pause several times as the ladies wanted a closer look and to touch and feel the fabrics.

Drawings for several nice door prizes and gift baskets were held throughout the afternoon adding to the excitement of the event. Many ladies left the show carrying their purchases and looking forward to our next event.

Irish Connection News

Seventy members and Guests of the Sun City Center Irish Connection Club enjoyed a lovely Potluck Christmas Dinner with Batter Fried Chicken and a great variety of desserts in the Florida Room, with Paddy Cooney leading the prayer of thanks. President Fred Lofland greeted the crowd and Sue Snell manned the table of the club’s official shirts available for sale. Irish Connection Members, Linda and Wayne Conklin, entertained with a wonderful selection of Irish folk ballads and an analogy of Irish music culture throughout the years which was thoroughly enjoyed; thank you, Linda and Wayne, for sharing your amazing talent with us. A Silent Auction followed with many marvelous items auctioned off to benefit a local charity.

The next morning, the Irish Connection Club participated in the SCC Holiday Golf Cart Parade with our entry being an Irish Castle created

by Ian Donnelly, Lawrence Vaughan, Paddy Cooney, and Jack Lyons. Great job and many thanks, gentlemen!

Anyone who is Irish, those of Irish extraction, or anyone who has an interest in Ireland, are welcome to join the Irish Connection Club.

The club was formed with the object to promote all things Irish, including Culture, History, and Music. For membership information, call 642.8663, Bonnie Matthys, Membership Chairman.

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The Hope Fund Holds Holiday Parties for Deserving Children

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Sisterhood Bingo Fundraiser

Please join us on February 4th at 1PM at the Beth Israel Synagogue on Del Webb Blvd. in Sun City Center for a fun afternoon of Bingo.

Mark your calendar and plan to join us in the Henry Gibson Social Hall at 1PM.More information will be forthcoming within the next few weeks.

Redeemer Women to Meet

The women’s organization of Redeemer Lutheran Church (Women of the ELCA) will meet on Wednesday, January 15th beginning with refreshments at 9:30 AM. Kelly Akerley will present a program on depression and the elderly. Everyone is invited to attend. For more information, call 813-634-1292.

Beth Israel Sisterhood Program Announcement

Those children who attend The Hope Fund’s afterschool programs at Bethune Park in Wimauma were treated to their annual holiday parties on Wednesday, December 11th at the Park. The children again received much-appreciated gifts from the women of the GFWC Woman’s Club of Sun City Center along with goodies from their respective tutors, mentors, and readers. Refreshments were served and games were played. Santa (John Cheeseman) arrived right on schedule, much to the delight of the children. A wonderful time was had by all.

The Hope Fund, an all-volunteer organization, conducts the afterschool programs at Bethune Park for at-risk children who come there while their parents work. The kids enjoy a safe, nurturing environment while at the Park. Tutors help them with their homework.

Mentors help them resolve problems. Readers help them improve reading skills. There are also those who conduct a running program.

Sex and drug education classes are held for older children. There are two artists who work with the children on creative activities. The kids work with clay, paint, and many materials to create imaginative projects. New this year, volunteers have stepped forward to teach the youngsters how to play chess and how to do woodworking. All these things expand their world and contribute to a good start in life for children who might otherwise be home alone after school.

Financial help is provided by The Hope Fund for those families who cannot afford the full cost of attending the after-school programs.

Funds are raised by tax-deductible donations, grants, and a semiannual fundraiser called Breakfast and Bingo. The next B&B will be held in April, 2014.

If you would like to make a tax deductible donation; if you would like to volunteer one hour a week to work with children; if you want to share a special talent with the kids, or, if you want to find out more about The Hope Fund, call Carla Miles at 634-4268, or check out www.the-hope-fund.org.

Is health equal to wellness?Please join us at our Sisterhood meeting on January 7, 2014 when Jeanne Shanin joins us as our guest speaker.

She is a PR/Communications professional, an Usui and Karuna Reiki Master/teacher and a certified teacher of Kundalini yoga and Meditation.Jeanne will be talking about the interconnection of mind, body and spirit and will focus on restoring balance and creating greater joy and fulfillment in life.

Ms. Shanin will give us some ideas for delicious recipes and show us how to substitute healthier ingredients into our recipes.Many of her recipes will be prepared in advance by our Board Members. You will be invited to taste and enjoy.Prepare to leave with techniques you can use to cultivate physical health and emotional well being.

The meeting will be held at the Synagogue on Del Webb Blvd. in Sun City Center.It will take place in the Henry Gibson Social Hall at 1 PM. Please mark your calendar and plan to come!

Gospel Music Workshop of America Tampa Chapter to present concert at UCC

On Jan. 12, 2014 the Gospel Workshop of America- Tampa Chapter will present a concert at the United Community Church. The concert will be at 5:00 PM in the sanctuary of the church. A reception will follow the concert in the Great Hall. There are no tickets but a free will offering will be taken and given to the Gospel Singers. All are invited and all are welcome.

Saint Anne Continues Giving Tree Tradition

A beautiful tradition known as the “Giving Tree” was begun by the Saint Anne Parish Council in the year 2001. In the first year, approximately 300 gifts were donated for children who may not otherwise have had the child’s joy of gifts on Christmas morning. That number has grown to 730 recipients in this, its 13th consecutive year.

It takes many volunteers to make this project a reality. The sign-up process begins early in November, primarily through the Saint Anne Food Pantry, although other outreach ministries also submit names for inclusion. The generic information for each recipient is printed on a label, which is pasted into a card and hung on the tree.

This year, all 730 cards were claimed by parishioners on the first weekend that they were displayed. Once the wrapped presents are placed under the tree, other volunteers help to organize the gifts for distribution.

Through the generosity of many parishioners, more than 7,000 needy children have been provided for over the life of the program.

This is just one of many outreach ministries sponsored by Saint Anne Catholic Church in Ruskin. Anyone interested in more information is welcome to visit the parish website at www.SaintAnneRuskin.org.

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Pictured: Salvation ArmyDrivers; Barbara Smith, Project Leader; Tony Petree, Mission Coach; and, Rod Peterson, Church Lay Leader.

UMC Supports The Salvation Army

The United Methodist Church of Sun City Center supports “Doing The Most Good,” the Salvation Army’s promise to the community and to all who are served by this organization. As the December Mission of The Month, members of the Congregation filled 400+ stockings and committed to “ring the bell” at Publix in memory of Sala Halm’s dedicated support of this mission. One of the Salvation Army drivers commented, “I believe this is the most stockings I have ever picked up at a church.”

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Military News Silver Osprey Squadron January 10 program Advances in Aviation Training

L to R: Ed Roloson VCPP team leader and Deputy Lorraine Jordan CPP Director.

MOWW Features HCSO Deputy Lorraine Jordan

By B. Frank Kepley, CAPT, USN, (Ret)

At the SCC Freedom Plaza Club on Upper Creek Road in Sun City Center. Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Deputy Lorraine Jordan, Community Outreach Division, presented an introduction to and an overview of the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) “CITIZEN’s ACADEMY.” The concept of the Citizen Police Academy began in England many years ago. The HCSO has enhanced this concept by introducing their own version, the Volunteer Citizen Patrol Program (VCPP), to further advance their commitment to Community Policing. The ACADEMY is held in the community, so individuals from all walks of life can take advantage of this unique and exciting program.

Some of the functions of the VCPP are to patrol neighborhoods; assist with school crossings; assist disabled motorists; assist with traffic direction; monitor suspicious school activity; and assist with road obstructions.

Deputy Jordan has been with the Sheriff’s Office for 25 years. She has been running the VCPP for 6 years. She was accompanied by Mr. Ed Roloson, a VCPP who is a team leader for the Apollo Beach group.

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Captain Frank W. Naylor, III, USN will be the Friday, January 10 speaker for Silver Osprey Squadron members and guests.

Captain Naylor is Executive Director of the Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division, in Orlando. Captain Naylor is a graduate of George Mason University, and later a graduate of the National War College with a Master’s in National Security Strategies.

His early operational assignments were with Patrol Squadron 23, and the USS John F. Kennedy (CV-67). Later, he led Patrol Squadron 5 as Commanding Officer, when in 2010, it was selected as the Fleet’s top Undersea Warfare aviation Squadron.

Some of the advances in aviation training Captain Naylor will talk about include the major strides made in flight simulators. One such simulator was discussed in the November 8 Osprey meeting. It is so realistic, that pilots passing their check ride in the simulator can fly solo on their first F-35 flight. (No two seat F-35 Joint Strike Fighters are being built).

You do not have to be former military to attend or become a member. All that is required is an interest in military aviation. For further information please e-mail silverosprey@yahoo.com, or go to suncitycenter.org, select “Activities,” then “Veterans.” For information on the luncheon, which will be held at 11:30 a.m. at the Plaza Club, 3932 Upper Creek Drive, Sun City Center, please call Tom Harding by phone 813-634-1236 or e-mail tharcons@aol.com.

SCC Leathernecks Club celebrates Marine Corps Birthday B. Frank Kepley, CAPT, USN, (Ret), NOKP Military Correspondent

At the recently held Sun City Center (SCC) Veterans Day Military Ball, hosted by the Military Order of the World Wars (MOWW), SCC Chapter, the SCC Leathernecks Club members celebrated the Marine Corps 238th birthday. The ball was held on November 9, 2013, at the SCC Community Center. Jack Weller was the Guest of Honor as one of the “Chosen Few.” The Marines attending the Ball celebrated the birthday of the Marine Corps with a traditional Cake Cutting Ceremony focusing on the 60th Annual Commemoration of the Korean War. Paid Advertisement

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Military News MFST holds Holiday Luncheon at Freedom Plaza

B. Frank Kepley, CAPT, USN, (Ret), NOKP Military Correspondent

L to R: retired Air Force Major Tom Kilbourn; retired Army Lt. Col. Paul Wheat; D. Kay Benson; retired Army Col. Bill Wait; reserve Lt Dave Floyd; retired Navy captain Frank Kepley. Doris Glass (left early) Thom Brown, Gene Morris and Jim Shumway were unable to attend.

L to R: retired Air Force Lt. Col. Jim Conner; Doris Glass; retired Air Force Maj. Tom Kilbourn.

President SW Florida MOAA Chapters Inducts Local Chapter Officers B. Frank Kepley, CAPT, USN, (Ret), NOKP Military Correspondent

Retired Air Force Lt. Col. Jim Conner was the featured speaker at the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) monthly meeting/ luncheon, which was held in the Florida Room at the Sun City Center (SCC) North Side Atrium on December 4th, 2013.

In addition to inducting the new officers and directors, LtCol. Conner, who is currently the president of the Florida Council of Chapters, SW region, presented several awards.

Doris Glass received an award for her continuing, tireless work in many capacities over the past several years. She also received her past president pin and a special SW region MOAA Patch.

The patches were created by LtCol. Conner for individuals who consistently contribute their time and effort above and beyond the norm for MOAA causes. LtCol. Conner also presented retired Navy captain Frank Kepley one of the patches for his excellent Legislative Affairs work, monthly newsletter, and publicity efforts.

Paul Barnes, president of the SCC Community Association, presented Dave Floyd, who is a board member for MOAA and the CA, a Certificate of Appreciation for his dedicated service to the various SCC service organizations. Among other things, Dave provides personnel and health care access for those SCC residents who need it.

The Military Family Support Trust (MFST) Board of Trustees held a Holiday Luncheon at the Maui Dining Room in Freedom Plaza on December 5, 2013. The luncheon was held to show appreciation to the many supporters, volunteers, and other individual guests who make it possible for MFST to reach out to our military families.

In addition to thanking the generous efforts of the Trust donors, the luncheon also highlighted the students of the Monroe Middle School Junior Leadership Corps. The Youth Leadership Corps’ current leader is Air Force Sgt Melissa Hoskins. The school is located outside the MacDill Air Force Base and enrolls students from the base as well as the community. It is one of the many educational groups provided monetary assistance by MFST. The students passed out hand-made appreciation cards to the luncheon guests and Trustees and each student provided L to R: Nancy Alguire and Colin commentary regarding their Howgil, Chairman, MFST. background, the school, and what it has done for them as well as their future goals and aspirations.

Nancy Alguire, who was recently promoted to MFST Office Manage was presented with a bonus check for her outstanding contributions to the success of the Trust.

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UMC musical an Inspiration

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“The Promise of Light” A Christmas Musical by Joel Raney, inspired 1,200 in attendance at the United Methodist Church of Sun City Center on Sunday, December 18. Warren Langer, senior pastor welcomed the near capacity congregation.

Under direction of Jeff Jordan, Director of Worship Arts, the Praise Team, fifty voice Chancel Choir, Valerie Southwell, church organist, along with church musicians and technicians joined together to offer a unique blend of Christmas music. J.A.M. the church’s Children’s Performance Choir, carried lighted candles, symbolizing the “the promise of light.”

Jeff Jordan perhaps said it best, “Everyone present felt the true spirit of Christmas in worship this morning.” For information on upcoming Christmas events at the church, please contact Jeff Jordan, Director of Worship Arts at (813) 634-2539.

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Fall Prevention program

Be sure to mark Jan 5, 2014 as a date to remember, because on that Sunday Beth Israel Temple is offering a “fall prevention” program, open to members, friends, and the entire SCC community. Every senior knows that “falling” is one preventable accident, whether it’s at home or taking a walk, or getting into or out of the car. We just have to remember to do certain things. And a fall can be the beginning of the end for any of us.

So, on Jan 5 at 2 PM Robin Watt of the SCC Emergency Squad will present a program on “Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle”. It’s free, and will be held in the Henry Gibson Social Hall at Beth Israel Temple, 2014 E. Del Webb Blvd. Light refreshments will be served following the presentation.

Please come and invite your neighbors and friends; we look forward to seeing you there.

L to R: Kyle Privette (U of Miami), Marian Giblin (IFC), Neva Exum (HCC), Jane Trefren (IFC Scholarship Chair), Erika Calderon, (USF).

Over 30 college students who are recipients of scholarships granted by the Interfaith Council of Sun City Center attended a holiday luncheon with members of the IFC and volunteers from the Nearly New Shop. The students, all graduates of either East Bay High School or Lennard High School. Hosted by United Community Church, this is an annual event where the students take time to tell about their studies and their future plans. Graduating seniors at the two high schools who are interested in the scholarship program should talk to the guidance directors at their respective schools.

Three East Bay High School graduates who are attending college with the help of scholarships from the Interfaith Council of Sun City Center addressed the Council at a meeting held at Redeemer Lutheran Church. IFC awards scholarships to qualified graduating seniors at East Bay HS and Lennard HS. Interested parties should contact the guidance directors at the schools.

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Contract Bridge Super Crossword

by Steve Becker A VERY SOPHISTICATED PLAY

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It is said that there’s no such thing as inventing a new play in bridge. And, taking into account the billions of hands that have been played through the years, this is largely true. Even so, every once in a while someone seems to come up with something that has not been seen before.

Consider this deal where West leads a heart against three notrump. Declarer ducks East’s jack of hearts and wins East’s king continuation with the ace.

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South now leads a diamond, and it does not matter how EastWest elect to defend. The best they can do is to score two heart tricks and the A-K of diamonds to hold declarer to nine tricks.

This scenario seems altogether normal, and it appears that South must make the contract, come what may. However, three notrump can be defeated if East does something very unusual. All he has to do is to play the eight of hearts instead of the jack at trick one! This might look very peculiar, but it has a dramatic effect on the outcome, since South can no longer make the contract.

Declarer is forced to win the eight of hearts with the ten.

Whenever he leads a diamond, West wins with the king and returns a heart. South can take the ace of hearts whenever he pleases, but he cannot score more than eight tricks.

East’s play of the eight of hearts is not, strictly speaking, a brand-new play in bridge, since there are variations of it that arise under many different circumstances. But it is the right thing to do here, because East’s only real chance of stopping the contract is to find his partner with the king of diamonds. © 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Strange But True

By Samantha Weaver • It was beloved American pianist and comedian Jimmy Durante who made the following sage observation: “Be nice to people on your way up because you meet them on your way down.”

• Famed markswoman and exhibition shooter Annie Oakley was born the daughter of Quakers, who gave her the name Phoebe Ann Moses.

• It was in July 1911 when daredevil Bobby Leach became the second person (and the first man) to go over Niagara Falls in a barrel. His daring came at a cost, though; he spent six months in a hospital, recovering from injuries due to his feat. He later went on publicity tours, recounting his experience and posing with the barrel that took him over the falls. He was on one such tour in New Zealand in 1926 when he slipped on an orange peel, injuring his leg slightly. The leg became infected, necessitating an amputation -- which still didn’t save him. He died two months later, the daredevil felled by a citrus rind.

• Those who study such things say that fully 10 percent of the country’s total income is due to organized crime.

• You might be surprised to learn that only two out of every 10 ears of corn grown in the United States actually ends up being eaten by people. The other eight are destined to feed animals and to be made into ethanol gasoline.

• If you’re like more than half of all Americans, you’d be willing to live in a haunted house -- provided you didn’t have to pay rent.

• There are those who say that actor Johnny Depp is afraid of clowns.

•••••••••••••••••• Thought for the Day: “This country has come to feel the same when Congress is in session as when the baby gets hold of a hammer.” -- Will Rogers © 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Salome’s Stars

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You might be busier than you had expected right now. But between the socializing rounds and the workplace tasks, there are opportunities for special moments with that certain someone.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Your creative approach leads to a quicker-than-expected solution to a workplace problem. Now you can devote more time to that proposal you hope to introduce by midmonth.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Technological glitches create problems early on. But by midweek, all runs smoothly once again, and you’re well and truly on your way to meeting all your deadlines.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Your energy levels are high, and you feel you can handle everything that comes along. But try to take a break from your hectic pace for some quiet time with someone close to you.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Before you pounce on that shiny new opportunity, take more time to check it out to see how much substance actually lies beneath all that glitter. A family member has important news.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) A personal situation you thought was resolved resurfaces, thanks to a possibly well-intentioned move that went awry. Deal with it as soon as possible. Accept the help of a trusted friend.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to October 22) That goal you set way back when is finally in sight. Maintain your focus on achieving it, and don’t allow yourself to be distracted by unimportant demands for your attention.

SCORPIO (October 23 to Nov. 21) A temperamental flare-up creates negative feelings that need to be dealt with immediately. But things once again go well after the apologies are made and hurt feelings are soothed.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) An early impulsive act causes confusion. But all is smoothed over once explanations are made.

Expect a friend or family member to ask for your kind and always wise advice.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan.19) You might have to do some juggling of your priorities, as a personal matter appears to require more time and attention.

Put your pride aside and accept help from those who offer it.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Your creative aspect is strong. Not only does it help you accomplish your goals, but it also inspires others.

This could lead to a potentially rewarding collaboration opportunity.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Be careful about making major decisions when you’re not really committed to them. And resist any pressure to do otherwise. Better to delay action until all doubts are resolved.

BORN THIS WEEK: You set goals and are rarely distracted by any attempt to move you off the path you’ve chosen to reach them. © 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.

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