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February 2016
Faith Community Of Sun City Center Presents “A Day Of Cabaret”
By Paula Lickfeldt Thanksgiving Eve 2014 was when the partnership began. Rev. Tim Shirley of United Church of Christ, United Community Church, Rabbi Carla Freedman of Beth Israel Jewish Congregation, and Rev. Mark Salmon of St. Andrew Presbyterian conducted an interfaith Thanksgiving Eve service. The three decided that they wanted to have a discussion about the place of the Ten Commandments in modern day society. May of 2015 the panel discussion took place at St. Andrew. Each of these three religious leaders called together two or three from their congregation to begin brainstorming about the next step. The decision was made to try to gather the whole faith community together to have an event for the benefit of local food pantries. Beth Israel Jewish Congregation, Prince of Peace Catholic Church, Redeemer Lutheran, St. Andrew Presbyterian, St. John the Divine Episcopal, Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, United Church of Christ, United Community Church, and The United Methodist Church all came together and decided to sponsor “A Day of Cabaret.” On February 21, 1 p.m. the doors of The Community Hall with open. This will give the patrons time to buy snacks and raffle tickets before the show
begins. Clubs and organizations from Sun City Center have been asked to donate something that can be raffled. At the time that this article went to press, fourteen clubs have committed a donation for the raffle. Some of the items donated: a painting by Carrie Walker donated by the Art Club of SCC, a soup tureen given by the Ceramics Club, a cutting board donated by Sawdust Engineers, a picture done by Kathleen Riviello donated by the Bunka Art Club, a vase with Toucans on it was donated by china painter Bev Majewski,
a picture made of shells donated by the Shell Crafters, a piece of yard art was donated by The Potters Wheel, a basket full of products made in Michigan was given by the Michigan Club and a play date was donated by The Front Porch Pickers. Jackie Hanson donated five photos to be raffled, and one of them is “Painting With Light Lido Beach”, which won best of the best for 2015. We featured it in The News last month. The photograph will be exhibited at the SCC Chamber of Commerce for all of February.
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By Ilona Merritt The AARP Foundation and the Tax Club in Sun City Center will sponsor free tax sites this year in Sun City Center. The Tax Club in Sun City Center has operated free tax return preparation sites in Sun City Center for 27 years and they are getting ready to do your 2015 taxes. The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program expects to file 148 million returns nationwide this year. Marilyn Wilson, local program district coordinator, has been doing taxes since 1970 and has been teaching for nine years. I visited one of the classes she was teaching and was impressed with her knowledge and teaching skills. She teaches the tax preparers in the morning and the facilitators on the afternoon. To prepare for filing you taxes, Ms. Wilson advises everyone to bring photo ID and Social Security cards or Social Security statements for all persons mentioned in the return, including dependents. Bring a copy of death certificate for any spouse deceased in 2014 or 2015. Bring a copy of any Power of Attorney if you plan to sign the return for that person. We need last year’s tax return, current W-2 forms from employers, 1099 forms for interest, dividends, stock sales, pensions, and IRA distributions. Please
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gather information about the purchase date and purchase price of any stock, etc. sold in 2015. Be sure to bring an accurate list of any estimated tax payments you sent to the IRS, with individual dates and amounts. Bring information about any potentially deductible health insurance plan premiums you or your employer paid and any forms 1095 or other ACA Marketplace forms you received. Bring your checkbook if you want any refund directly deposited to your bank account. The service reserves the right to see the Social Security cards for all persons listed on the return before they provide service.
AARP Free Tax Service in 2016 Sun City Center United Community Church (use west entrance) - North Pebble Beach at LaJolla - Sun City Center Monday through Friday - 9 AM to 4 PM - Walk-in service. For an appointment for February 1 - April 18 call (813) 634-3502. AARP Free Tax Service in Kings Point Kings Point Clubhouse - 1900 Clubhouse Dr. - Kings Point Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays 9 AM to 3 PM. Call (813) 938-8959
Tickets for the raffles can be purchased on the day of the event: $1 for one ticket, $2 for three tickets and $5 for eight tickets. The cabaret will begin at 2:30 p.m. The lineup of entertainment is fantastic! Performing will be, The Front Porch Pickers, Troy Coleman, Barbara Van Eyken, The Jazz Dancers, comedian Page Fulhan, Robert and Jo-Anne Winslow, B ob Praire, Magic By Jerome, Karn Johnson, Sunny Side Up Barbershop Quartet, Time Steppers, Gary Garbleman and Ed Brown and Jeanne Naish as George Burns and Grace Allen. Tickets for the event will cost $10 per person in advance and $12 per person the day of the show. Each ticket holder is asked to bring one non-perishable food item, to be donated, with them the day of the show. Tickets may be purchased at any of the previously mentioned houses of worship and at the Atrium on Monday, Wednesday or Friday from 9 until noon. The food pantries that will benefit from this extravaganza are; Angel’s Attic, Beth-El Food pantry, Guadalupe Food Pantry and The Lord’s Lighthouse. This event is not to be missed. Once again the Sun City Center spirit of volunteerism and generosity will be exhibited.
“Thank You” By Lezlie Pitzer I cannot tell you how much the combined delivery of the News of Sun City Center and News of Kings Point has meant to us, our self-image, our visitors and the size of our smiles. I cannot tell you how wonderful SCC is together; we can reach every friend and make friends with anyone no matter where they live, or if they have to move to a different house or neighborhood. Through the News we can go to them and they can come to us. We all thrive! “Come on, we can fit you in,” had always been our character, from the first generation and carried on by those who came after. Kindness doesn’t cost a thing. Thank you! between 9 and 3 on MWF to make an appointment. Sun City Center Shut-ins and Lake Towers Residents: Call (813) 634-4200 for appointments. For more information about the AARP tax aide program in Sun City Center, call Marilyn Wilson at (813) 633-5679. In Kings Point, you can call Ed Sheridan at (813) 634-7965 for information. Perhaps you would like to join in as a volunteer next year? Give Marilyn a call.
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By E. Adam Porter Editor in Chief As I’m writing this, a storm is raging outside, harbinger of the second cold snap of the “winter” season here in Florida. Guess I’ll get my sweatshirt back out and toss the umbrella in the truck. For the next few days, shirtsleeves and hot cocoa will be the order of the day … after I get all the fallen limbs and palm fronds picked up. But VERY soon, we know the clouds will break and spring will be back in earnest. With the warmer days come so many exciting things in this community. Parties, games, performing arts and sports. FunFest! So many opportunities to have some fun in Sun City Center. And you can be sure The News will be here to bring you all the events and important information to plan your calendar each month. How do we get all that great content? A lot of it comes directly from clubs, groups and organizations in the community. They tell us what they’re doing and we help them invite you to all the fun. But that’s just the beginning! We also have a talented and hardworking volunteer team who help bring you The News each and every month. From our reporters and photographers to our regular correspondents, we have the best news team around, covering all the people and happenings that are the most important to you. Since I came aboard as editor of the News of Sun City Center, and in my six years with the News of Kings Point, these publications have grown each and every month. More great stories, and even more opportunities to connect our readers with this wonderful community.
With more stories comes more opportunity to tell those stories. So, as I’m sitting here listening to the rhythm of the falling rain, I’m wondering, would you like to join us? Do you love this community? Do you have a couple of days each month to make some phone calls, attend fun events and snap a picture or two? Not a huge commitment, but a matchless opportunity to make a difference in your community. The News is the first thing new residents read when they want to learn more about the community. It’s the go-to publication for folks sitting down to plan their calendar. And it’s the ONLY news publication in Hillsborough County that goes to every single home in 33573. So, what about it? Do you love the Sun City Center lifestyle? Are you proud of your community, your neighborhood, your club or organization? Whether your interests lie in community news, creative arts, performing arts, sports or other hobbies – we are looking for folks to help us tell those stories. Why not you? If you are interested in learning more about how you can be a part of the best news team around, email me at “newsofscc.ca@gmail.com”. Hope to hear from you soon. Ed’s Note: I wanted to take a minute to thank Dana Dittmar, Chamber Director and weekly radio host of “About the Town” on Sun Radio 96.3FM, for inviting me to come in for a chat right before the holidays. I had a great time talking with Dana about The News and how I got my start in this business. You can listen to the interview on our website at www.NewsOfSunCityCenter.com.
February 2016
Amazing Technology Advances Help Residents By Kai Rambow “When you become blind,” recounts Ben Green, “you have three choices. (1) Jump off a cliff. (2) Be a pain in the [backside] to everyone, including close family. (3) Get back in the ballgame.” Green is one of several SCC residents using technology in amazing ways. Trudy Madrulli uses a software program JAWS (Java Systems with Speech) and future technology, Amazon’s Echo. JAWS, which was developed across the bay in St. Petersburg, is a screen reader. Feeling her way on the computer keyboard, Madrulli logs on to the Internet and accesses email. The software enables Madrulli to have her email read to her. She can then compose and have JAWS read it to her before sending a reply. The ability to store and list people, phone numbers and email addresses enables her to easily stay connected. The JAWS program allows users to choose from several different reading voices and to determine the rate of speech. Since Madrulli and Green are experienced users, both speed-listen. It’s too fast for most people. Green, a huge sports fan, challenged himself like any athlete to embrace the latest technology – an iPhone. By knowing where to place his finger on the screen, Green breezes through various features of the iPhone. “I resisted for the longest time,” says Green, “but I was urged by a good friend of mine to get one.” Today Green uses his iPhone to access the radio for all of his favorite professional and college sports teams in Ohio. “I plug my iPhone into speakers set up for the lanai and catch every game.”
Ben Green, who lost his vision over 20 years ago, uses his iPhone entirely by touch and voice commands.
If you’re beside Green when he uses his phone, it’s a bit freaky. Using a screen curtain, the screen is black because Green only needs to hear the voice prompts, so the phone looks turned off but isn’t. If he didn’t have to pause to listen, Green would use the phone as quickly and smoothly as anyone with vision. While Madrulli does not use an iPhone, she does have Amazon’s Echo. This new, voice activated unit has limits at this time, but is the beginning of voice activated systems. Madrulli uses it to access current information (weather), favorite music pieces and radio stations – all by voice command. Being able to access email this way can’t be too far into the future. For most people right now, Echo is more of a fun curiosity item. Ask it a series of questions and you’ll get some very funny answers. “Will you marry me?” “I like our relationship the way it is.” For Madrulli, the hands free access is wonderful. To learn more about resources available for the blind: National Federation for the Blind at www.nfb. org. Special thanks to Matt Batt for his invaluable assistance.
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An occasional thought with Agnes Baker Gifting - it’s a good thing all year round … wait … isn’t “gifting” what December is all about? Isn’t that when the bulk of our mail arrives from solicitors with those beautifully worded messages extolling the benefits of their particular group? You get through those “required” end of year ‘requests’ and messages–– memberships and assessments now due, on and on ….We all get the request from our local volunteer groups - the Emergency Squad, SCC Security Patrol, Inc., Samaritan Services of Greater SCC, Inc., The Men’s Club of SCC, Lifepath/ Hospice all needing our financial support so they can be available when called on - as they are, when we need them. Then, you get to those other groups, in every case in need of operating funds to keep their good deeds on track, whether it be families in need of a Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner, extra help for our Veterans and/or their families, children looking for a secure home away from those predators walking
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our streets looking for that one needed moment to lure a innocent person into a dangerous situation. We each have our own personal charity - whether it be in financial aid, giving extra hours to help out feeding folks looking for a warm meal or a friendly smile, that all important tithing to our individual House of Worship. Such things are always important, but with extra dimension during the days when we go the extra mile to show that we are compassionate, loving and with a charitable heart. So, now we are into a new and wondrous year with a renewed spirit. Our community is vibrant and thrives on volunteerism, a part of anyone’s lifestyle when they wish to enhance their own personal “gifting.” There is a special calling for each of us. Just go out there and find your niche. Become a volunteer. You are needed in so many areas and those folks already serving will be so glad to welcome you! Volunteerism – the way to continue “gifting” all through the year! DEADLINE: 15th of the month prior to publication. Advertising: The NEWS is not liable for errors in advertising; it does not endorse and cannot verify the accuracy of representations made by advertisers who are solely responsible for advertisement contents. SUBMISSIONS The News of Sun City Center is proud to be the premier news and events publication in Greater Sun City Center. We are proud to be the only print media publication distributed to every home and business in Sun City Center community, and we are dedicated to providing you with a local paper with a “hometown” feel. Submissions we accept include: community events or businesses, club or group announcements, stories and poems, your favorite joke, song, photo, artwork or travel story. NOKP Media (Publisher) reserves the right to edit or otherwise refuse all submissions. Neither the publisher nor the editor assumes any responsibility for the return of submitted items. Mailed submissions will ONLY be returned if a correctly sized SASE is included with the submission. DO NOT FORMAT SUBMISSIONS. Basic paragraphs without ALL CAPS, multiple colors and other “flyer” formatting are required. Email submissions are preferred. Submit stories and photos to “newsofscc.ca@gmail.com”. Place the content in the body of the email and attach pictures in .jpeg or .png format. Alternatively, submissions may be submitted via the SUBMISSIONS link at www.NewsOfSunCityCenter.com. Mailed submissions should be sent to: The News of Sun City Center C/O NOKP Media PO Box 6212 Sun City Center, FL 33573-6212 Letters or Comments The News of Sun City Center will not publish any political, religious or complaint letters. We will consider “thank yous” for good service. Declaration No part of this new publication may be reproduced without the express written consent of NOKP Media. All editorial copy is strictly the opinion of the author and does not necessarily reflect the opinion of this publication, its officers or employees.
February 2016
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FunFest—Planning in Full Swing
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Faith in Fitness By Rosie Korfant
JSA Medical Group Activities Coordinator
Why Do Waterfalls Make Us Feel Good?
The 19-member FunFest Committee is busily making arrangements for Saturday, March 19. Their goal is to make it a day of FUN for SCC residents and guests. Seated L to R: Fred Fiedler, Howie Griffin, Lyn Reitz, Bill Hodges Standing L to R: Phyllis Hodges, Michael Chute, Roxann Seeley, Dave Birkett, Lynn Manzi, Claudia Hinson, Helen Lewis, Joanne Baskinger, Philip Bennett Not pictured: Lynn Murphy, Elaine Armstrong, Hud Richard, Jim Schwartz, Richard Sochon, Norma Collins.
Mark your calendars for FunFest on Saturday, MARCH 19—9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Be prepared to have FUN when you join the thousands who will gather on the Community Association’s Central Campus. The event offers several hours of continuous entertainment and good food, along with the opportunity to browse club displays and vendor exhibits. How ie Gr if f in is chair ing t he 20+-member committee. “It is an honor to be asked to chair the event and to follow in the footsteps of great chairs of the past,” he said. “No doubt, with this group of capable managers, March 19 this is going to be another marvelous event for Sun City Center.” The committee, with many returning members, has been meeting regularly to discuss the myriad of details that this undertaking involves each year. Howie says he knows how important
it is to bring all the community groups-clubs, vendors, entertainers, volunteers and guests—together for one enjoyable day each year. He supported the event from a CA board member’s perspective during his two terms as a director (2007—2010 and 2012—2015). Susan Muise, who led the organizing group in the previous three years, moved on to free time for other i nt e re s t s . “It w a s a w o n d e r f u l experience, thanks entirely to the other committee members,” she said. “I’m happy that Howie stepped up; I’m sure he will enjoy it as much as I did. I met many people along the way and hope others in the community will consider getting involved next year.” The e ver-p opular Health Fair, organized by Lynne Murphy, will again be part of the event. Health care providers will have displays in the Atrium Caper and Horizon rooms. The
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Maybe there’s some truth to the rumor that waterfalls uplift your mood. Why? Negative ions, that’s why! In part, water molecules bumping into each other, like a waterfall or an ocean, cause the water to become positively charged, and the surrounding area to be negatively charged. The ions attach themselves to pollutants in the air, returning them to the ground so we can breathe cleaner air. OK, so much for my science lesson but it does make sense that waterfalls make us feel good because negative ions hitting our bloodstream can bring about biochemical reactions linked to lessening depression, reducing stress and heightening energy. There are “WOW” factors in every waterfall, but the personal experience I had while visiting Brazil was at Iguazu Falls, which borders Brazil and Argentina. Imagine with me our Niagara Falls. Now imagine it THREE TIMES as large—that’s what Iguazu Falls is like! So, the magnificent negative ions that rush at you, along with the panoramic scenery, can carry your breath away! If you can’t take a faraway trip-take a hike! Now I didn’t mean that derogatorily—I meant take a hike to your local park, seek out a calming
wooded walkway that might lead to a natural cascading waterfall and soak up all the negative ions you can get. The release of these ions increases the flow of oxygen to the brain, giving us higher alertness and more mental energy. Indoor waterfalls have lots of uses too—they add an elegant touch while doubling as a humidifier; important for maintaining good skin, hair and nails, and, of course, help with functional breathing. Waterfalls actually clean the air you breathe; the fewer particles, the better the air. Camping and outdoor activities, accompanied by a nearby gurgling river flowing over stones, is a recipe for an ion party. This is the ol’ fashioned, natural way to get exposure to the negative ions. If you’re not the adventurous type, try just opening up your windows at home for a cross breeze or even just lower your car windows! C’mon you can do that, can’t you? Sources: Rudy Scheer, EarthTalk.org Polly Goodwin, Kinetic Fountains Environmental Science and Technology Journal Marksdailyapple.com Tropics North Studios Dan Goodwin, Examiner.com
mobile units offering services such as eye checks will be located in the parking lots. Registration letters have been sent to health providers, business vendors and the 150+ Community Association
clubs asking for commitments no later than February 12. This is the 17th year for the SCC FunFest; the first one was held in 2000 with Walt Cawein as chairman.
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February may be the shortest month on the calendar, but at Freedom Plaza it is one of the longest on special events. We celebrate, of course, February’s centuries-old St.Valentine’s Day, which brings another deliciously decadent –and eagerly anticipated--Freedom Plaza Chocolate Buffet, as rich in creativity as in calories. Another tasteful February treat, this one completely calorie-free but just as creative, will be the Plaza Players’ February 23rd presentation of “Music, Music, Music”, a narrated revue featuring some of Broadway’s sweetest tunes as performed by the Plaza Players Chorus and soloists. This pleasure is open for all to enjoy. Call (813) 642-1215 during business hours for information. February will be crowded with celebrations of diverse kinds, all with significant meaning, perhaps Freedom Plaza’s most unique avenue of celebration is the way in which it acknowledges National Wear Red Day, this year falling on the February 5. A relatively new observance, Wear Red Day (the first Friday in February) was instituted, in 2006, by the American Heart Association and sponsored by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute. Its purpose is to focus awareness on heart disease in women; emphasizing that it is the number-one killer of women in our country. That heart disease has simple, as well as technically advanced, prevention measures is the message of the day and the reason for its observance. Freedom Plaza calls attention to it each year by hosting a Wear Red Day event featuring guest speakers from the medical field, musical entertainment and refreshments. And Freedom Plaza has taken Wear Red Day even a step further by creating, three years ago, a “From the Heart” award. Its declaration reads in part: “Good deeds start in the heart with an impulse for kindness. Thus, in February, as we promote heart health awareness, it seems fitting that we are made aware, as well, of kind deeds done from the heart.” Each year, by secret ballot, residents nominate other residents who have demonstrated unusual acts of kindness “from the heart”, without thought of recognition or reward. The person who garners the most nominations is feted at the Wear Red Day event and presented a specially designed and inscribed desk ornament. All nominees are introduced and duly applauded.
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February 2016
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Up a ladder you go the kind that telescopes with ease. Bulbs, alarms, and filters, too changed without any pleas. Your love of the road and travel near and far Allow me to sing and dance and write while you drive the car. When storm shutters cry out for repair behind thorny hedges you are willing to tread. And those very same fingers are just nimble enough delicate charms on a silver bracelet thread. And what you do in the kitchen is pure delight. Cooking and cleaning, this room, your domain outright.
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My list grows longer with each passing day while a peak at my future has surfaced of late. One things’s for certain that when you’re not here, I shall eat fast food on fine paper plates! For all that you do in and outside the house, Something’s for sure, there is no doubt, it was more than luck that made me your spouse. ©January 2016 Suzanne S. Austin-Hill
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On days with windows open to the summer air, my mother would, with faintest trace of smile, step out onto our porch, and then with practiced hand unclasp the gentle chimes. A tantalizing tinkle heard as she stepped back inside the house. “To hear is to appreciate”, she’d always say while pausing at the S - hook above our window bay, curtains wafting in the sun. And then as if in homage to a masterpiece, she’d step away with finger to her lips, inviting us to listen………and admire. Cascading prisms, an iridescent dance along the walls, in tune and time with playful grace notes of the chime. Often to this day, when I am disenchanted with the world, I resurrect the memory of our ritual of the chimes. And like a rainbow in the rain, it showers me with hope. By John F. Foster
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EVENTS February 2016
The News of Sun City Center
Elvis! Starring at St. Andrew
Elvis look-alike entertainer Bill Lindsey will perform at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church in Sun City Center, on Sunday, February 28. At 5 p.m. a lasagna dinner, with tossed salad, garlic bread, dessert, and coffee or iced tea, will precede his performance at 6 p.m. Memories of Elvis will be everywhere, including the familiar tunes we loved from the ‘50s and ‘60s. Tickets at $10 are on sale now through February 22nd (Mon.-Fri. 9-4). St. Andrew is located at 1239 Del Webb West and can be reached at 634-1252.
Male Call For Prostate Health
By Joe Elam “Male Call for Prostate Health” sponsored by the Men’s Club of Sun City Center will host its next meeting Monday, February 8, 2 p.m. at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb Blvd., West. Our speaker will be Dr. Jack Steel, M.D. of Tampa Bay Radiation Oncology. Dr. Steel will discuss treatment of Prostate Cancer with Cyber Knife and other radiation treatment options. It is suggested that patients, partners and physicians attend. Refreshments will be served.
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Ancient Order of Hibernians
Melissa Debrine, Professional Relations Rep. and John Wilbur, Major Gift Officer made a presentation outlining the mission of LIfePath to a joint session of the men’s and ladies Hillsborough County, Div. 1, Ancient Order of Hibernians at their December 2015 meeting during their social hour. LifePath is located at 3725 Upper Creek Drive, Sun City Center. Melissa explained in detail the availability John Wilbur, Melissa Debrine, Tom of hospice services to area residence. Harding, President of Ancient Order of Subsequent to her presentation the Hibernians, Colleen Walker, President of AOH/LAOH Board Members voted Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians. unanimously to designate LifePath Hospice as their principle charity for future fundraising activities.
The Better Angels of our Nature: Why Violence Has Declined
This 1940 Ford pickup owned by Bob Icenogle of Ruskin is the Roamin’ Oldies January Cruiser of the Month.
A ‘40 Ford With a Light Show Under the Hood
Bob Icenogle’s 1940 Ford pickup is a splendid street rod, with the good looks and appeal of a classic design, coupled with the comfort and appearance of a modern automobile. That combination made it the Roamin’ Oldies Car Club January cruiser of the month. Beneath the 76-year-old sheet metal, there’s a 350-cubic inch V8 engine, automatic transmission, power steering and brakes, air conditioning, tilt steering wheel, and even a back-up camera. But its most remarkable feature shows up only when Bob opens the hood and fires up the engine—each spark plug wire is fitted with a neon tube that lights up every time that cylinder fires. A Ruskin inventor with more than 20 patents, he had a sign company fabricate neon tubes to his design, and installed them on the plug wires. The result: A light show that attracts and delights spectators by the dozen. The Roamin’ Oldies host a cruise-in from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. the first Thursday of every month in the Apollo Beach Winn-Dixie Plaza on US41, with a rain date the following Thursday. About 100 of the area’s finest antique and collectible cars often take part, accompanied by classic oldies music played by DJ Joey Ferrante. Event sponsors include Thompson’s Auto Parts and Gateway Classic Cars. For information, call Chet at 813-842-1511.
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The International Forum of Sun City Center invites you to a presentation and lively open discussion of Harvard Sociology Professor Steven Pinker’s book, “The Better Angels of our Nature”, which builds an argument for his belief that we are currently living in the least violent period of history. Three of our very own local resident scholars will lead, respond and moderate this lively discussion on Friday, February 19 at 9:30 a.m. in the Florida Room in the Atrium Building on the main Campus of Sun City Center off of North Pebble Beach Blvd. All are welcome. Dr. Morris Firebaugh is a resident of Kings Point and a Professor Emeritus of Physics and Computer Science at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside, where he taught and did research for more than 30 years. He received a PhD in Physics from the University of Illinois (Urbana) and has subsequently written five books and thirty-seven articles on physics, artificial intelligence, and computer graphics. In addition to winning numerous awards for teaching and innovation, he was the Associate Editor for the Journal of Physics in the area of Computer Applications and Electronics and was a consultant to the National Academy of Science/National Research Council from 1997-2006. Dr. Firebaugh is currently the president of the Science, Engineering, and Technology Club (SET) in Sun City Center. Morris also has a lifelong passion for hunting, fishing, hiking, and mountain climbing. Dr. Wiley Mangum is a resident of Kings Point and a Professor Emeritus of Aging Studies at the University of South Florida, where he taught Gerontology/ Aging Studies for 31 years before retiring in 2003. He holds BA and MA degrees in Psychology from the University of Texas at Austin and a PhD in Sociology/ Gerontology from the University of Southern California (Los Angeles). Currently, a member of the Executive Board of the Sun City Center International Forum, Wiley served on the original Executive Committee of the Forum when it was founded by Dean Mahin in 2004. He has taught a number of courses at the SCC Community Church College and currently is teaching a class on genocide. He is also a facilitator of the Emmaus Road Study Group at the United Community Church of Sun City Center. Dr. Walter Prouty has been a resident of Sun City Center since 2005 after retiring from a 40-year career as a medical/pharmaceutical research scientist and consultant in Recombinant DNA Technology at the University of Wisconsin (Madison), Harvard Medical School (Boston), University of Pittsburgh Medical School, Eli Lilly Pharmaceutical Co. (Indianapolis) and Cook Pharmaceutical Co./Indiana University (Bloomington). He is currently also on the board of the Sun City Center Science, Engineering and Technology Club (SET) and serves on the advisory board of the Sun City Center International Forum. Walt has been a driver and EMR for the Sun City Center Emergency Squad for the past 10 years and looks forward to winning more Pickle Ball tournaments in both Sun City Center and Indianapolis.
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Old Time Radio Shows
Here is Sun Radio’s February lineup of old time radio broadcasts: February 5 - “Skid Row,” an episode of Gunsmoke originally broadcast September 4, 1954. February 12 - “The Shadow of Death,” an episode of The Inner Sanctum originally broadcast October 2, 1945. February 19 - “The Case of the Demon Barber,” an episode of Sherlock Holmes originally broadcast January 28, 1946. February 26 “The Mandolin String,” an episode of The Black Museum starring Orson Welles, originally broadcast sometime during 1952. Old Time Radio Classics are broadcast every Friday evening at 7 on Sun City Center’s community radio station, WSCQ 96.3 FM or on the web at wsqqfm.com. Programming suggestions may be emailed to otr@wscqfm.com
Reaching Out to Long-Term Care Residents
Florida’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program has advocate positions available in the Hillsborough and Manatee areas. Volunteers visit with residents of nursing homes, assisted living facilities and adult-family care homes to ensure they are treated with dignity and respect. Training and certification are provided and volunteers participate in council meetings, administrative assessments and complaint resolution in facilities. If you would like to become an ombudsman and make a difference in your community, visit ombudsman.myflorida.com, search for us on Facebook or call 1-888-831-0404.
Assistive Devices For Better Hearing
The path to better listening may start with modern hearing aids—but it needn’t end there. Today’s technology offers a wide array of assistive devices to further improve one’s hearing. These include special doorbells, smoke alarms, alarm clocks, captioned telephones and other instruments designed to help people cope with hearing loss. These and other options will be discussed by Advocates for Better Hearing president Florence “Flo” Innes, at the next meeting of the Sun City Center Chapter of the Hearing Loss Association of America, at 9:30 a.m. February 3 at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 1239 West Del Webb Blvd. Ms. Innes, of Sarasota, is a longstanding advocate for the hard-of-hearing community. She has served in leadership positions for the Hearing Loss Association of Florida, and as a provider of assistive devices. The meeting will be at 9:30 a.m. January 6 at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 1239 West Del Webb Blvd. Big-screen captioning will be provided by Tess Crowder of Communication Access, Inc., and the meeting room is equipped with an induction loop for those with a telecoil in their hearing device. All area residents are welcome to attend, especially those with any degree of hearing loss. There will be an opportunity to ask questions, and the meeting is free of charge. Come early for coffee, conversation and donuts.
You May Qualify for a Free Amplified Phones Available at the SCC Chamber
Residents of the State of Florida with a landline telephone and a speech or hearing loss can qualify for a FREE AMPLIFIED phone. This equipment is now available at Sun City Center (SCC) Chamber of Commerce once a month. Everyone’s typical reaction is “Free? How can this be free?” Most everyone is familiar with the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) which was passed in 1990. What folks don’t know is that Title IV of that legislation addressed Telecommunications access for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Deaf/Blind, Speech disabled. In 1991, the State of Florida enacted the Telecommunication Access Systems Act (TASA). Chapter 47 of TASA provides “All persons nave the right to basic telecommunication services at reasonable affordable costs”. As a result of this law, all telephone landlines in Florida have a monthly surcharge on the respective bill. Businesses pay that same surcharge on the first 25 phones. This is what funds this program. The new monthly distribution at the SCC Chamber is an outreach effort to get this equipment in the hands of individuals who need it at no charge. It is first come, first serve. If you plan to come, be sure to bring proof of your residency (Florida Driver’s License, State ID card, a vehicle registration for the State of Florida, a gold Florida Medicaid card or a letter from Social Security with a Florida Address). If you have hearing aids, bring those with you. If not, we can qualify you onsite. If you are an individual with speech loss and need equipment or you would like to pick up equipment on someone’s behalf or if you have any questions, call Jackie Bowman at 863-686 3189. You may also call the Sun City Center Chamber at 813634-511 to verify the time and date of the distribution.
Residents Renovate “Paradise”
Osprey Place Pond Wins Best Pond in Hillsborough
By Paula Lickfeldt Osprey Place Pond is on the south side of Sun City Center. It is a pond that is owned by the HOA. The streets that surround the pond form a triangle with Platinum, Lenox Greens and Chrystal Greens each on one side of the pond. Three years ago the residents of the HOA decided that they wanted a healthier pond and they wanted it to look better. They found out about the AdoptA-Pond program which partners with communities to improve the water quality, wildlife habitat, and appearance of stormwater ponds. The program guides residents through the initial steps to help them learn how to properly care for their pond for the long-term. Osprey Place Pond in Sun City Center was judged the best maintained Adopt-a-Pond in Hillsborough County in 2015. The five environmental professionals on the judging panel observed that Osprey Place had a great variety of plants in and around the water. “They loved the mixture of grasses and ground cover plants between the pond and the neighboring wetland,” said Osprey Place resident and project organizer John Jackson. “These plants are great for encouraging birds and other wildlife to use the pond and for preventing the shoreline from washing away.” In addition to the first-place judging award, Osprey Place Pond also received third place in the fan favorite pond competition. For winning the best-maintained pond competition, the group will receive its choice of an additional order of plants in the coming year or a park bench. The award was announced on December 22, 2015 by Jennifer Aragon, Adopt-A-Pond environmental scientist for the Hillsborough County Public Works Department. On several occasions, neighbors gathered to set several varieties of plantings around the pond, with the advise and encouragement of Ms. Aragon. After each planting, John Jackson hosted a backyard barbecue. When the Osprey Place group joined the Adopt-A-Pond program only three years ago, the pond had very few plants and had major shoreline issues. Some of the sides of the pond were steep in several areas and they were starting to cave in. Now that the pond has a healthy variety of plants and the shoreline issues have improved, Jackson notes. In addition to improving the pond’s health and appearance, he said, “The pond has become a bird paradise for all to enjoy.”
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33573 33573 is provided by Debbie Caneen, Director of Admissions, Sun Towers from items submitted for publication. To submit events for future publications, send them by the 15th of the prior month. Debbie also publishes Ads and Events, a weekly e-mail containing information about what’s happening in 33573. Your event will also appear in the weekly Ads and Events e-mail and on the website w w w. S C C AdsAndEvent s.com . S end a l l e vents by e-mai l to sccfreeads@tampabay.rr.com. You only need to submit your Event one time each month for it to appear in both The News of Kings Point and SCC Ads and Events. SPECIAL EVENTS Please include all basic information, especially Price (or list it’s Free) and Contact Information (phone, e-Mail, or website). Six lines maximum. Send to: sccfreeads@tampabay.rr.com. As soon as space permits, we will put it in the weekly e-Mail and it will run until event date passes. You do not need to submit it again. PLEASE NOTE: This area is for SPECIAL EVENTS only. WEEKLY, MONTHLY, or ONGOING EVENTS are listed on our website under WEEKLY & MONTHLY MEETINGS at www.SCCAdsAndEvents.com which is updated every weekend. THIRD ANNUAL HAVE A HEART CARING CASTLE MON.- FRI. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. at JSA Medical Group 787 Cortaro Dr. Month-long, community-wide food drive with collection points at JSA or Winn-Dixie Grocery stores at 4445 Sun City Center Blvd. or 1023 U.S. Hwy. 41. Please bring canned goods or boxed food, NOT outdated please! A “Caring Castle” will be built on a progressive basis at JSA Medical Group office. The campaign will help re-stock the shelves of 8 local food banks. For more information, contact Rosie Korfant at 813-419-5020. MON. FEB 1 - WIDOWER’S WELLNESS GROUP 8:30 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community,
The News of Sun City Center 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. SCC. Widower’s Wellness Group: “A group of men who have lost their spouse committed to listening and unsolicited sharing”. Our experience has shown that grief is an ongoing journey and it varies; for some it’s constant, others it’s intermittent and some are ambushed by unexpected bursts of anger, grief or fear. We invite YOU to attend a meeting and witness the camaraderie and healing that comes from “listening and unsolicited sharing” of the experiences of men like yourself who’ve lost their spouse. The only requirement is being there and being willing to listen. For more information contact Jim Clarke 813-625-5665 or jclarke321@verizon.net. M O N. F E B 1 , 8 , 1 5 , 2 2 “FOR TODAY” MEETING OF OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS 10:00 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 eating. OA is an international 12-step organization/ program, which addresses the emotional, spiritual and physical needs of those desiring to stop compulsively eating and stop compulsive food behaviors. No scales, dues or fees. This meeting is open only to those who have a problem with their weight or eating patterns. Please join us any Monday morning. MON. FEB 1 - MAH JONGG CLUB OFFERING FREE LESSONS 11:00 a.m. to Sun City Center CA members. Club membership fee of $5 required. Seating is limited-call Alice Bunn to sign up. 938-5668 TUE. FEB 2, 9, 16, 23 - LINE DANCING WITH A BALANCE 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Sun City Center. Do you like to dance but are worried about falling? Join our new FREE line dancing class lead by trained therapists. This weekly class will improve your balance and reduce your risk of falling. We can boot, scoot and boogie safely together and make exercise fun! For more information, call Debbie Caneen at 813-892-2990 TUE. FEB 2, 9, 16, 23 - UKULELE JAM SESSION 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. FEB 2, 9, 16, 23 SOCIAL DANCE CLASS Beginning - Cha Cha - 5:30 PM Intermediate - Cha Cha - 6:45 PM Intermediate/Advanced - Cha Cha 8:00 PM. Classes are held in the Dance Studio
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in the Atrium building. Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point Residents. Couples and Singles welcome. $20/ month. For information call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205. TUE . FEB 2 - BETH ISRAEL SISTERHOOD PROGRAM 1:00 p.m. at Temple Beth Israel, 1115 Del Webb Blvd. E, Sun City Center as Beth Israel Sisterhood features guest speaker Dr. Michael Caruso at our monthly meeting. Dr. Caruso, a board certified Dermatologist, is a physician at The Skin Cancer Centers Dermatology Associates which is the longest practicing Dermatology office in the Sun City Center area. Dr. Caruso will be speaking on skin cancer prevention, detection and treatment. This is something that affects all of us living in the Florida area and should be a most informative program. The program is open to the public. Refreshments will be served. For additional information please contact sisterhood@jcscc.org. TUE. FEB 2 - LIFE CHALLENGES SUPPORT GROUP 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Sun City Center. Live your life fully with zest and joy! Rid yourself of depression, anxiety, frustrations with family, children, friends, life changes, health problems, finances and more. Relief comes by sharing and receiving support and making a positive plan of action. All are welcome in complete confidence and free of charge. Cheryl Lewis facilitates this group and is an effective psychotherapist. We meet every Tuesday in the first floor lounge of Sun Towers. No appointment is necessary. Sponsored by the Coalition for Mental Health and Aging. TUE. FEB 2 - BRAIN DANCING FITNESS 2:30 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Attend our Brain Dancing sessions and bring the joy of movement, imagination and playfulness back into your life! Learn to exercise your brain and receive the benefit of joint flexibility, memory recall, creativity, imagination, laughter, breathing, balance and more! Every session is different and done seated so all are welcome to join in! FREE and open to the public. Complimentary valet parking available at entrance. WED. FEB 3 - HEARING LOSS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA SUN CITY CENTER CHAPTER 9:30 a.m. at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 1239 West Del Webb Blvd. Assistive Devices For Better Hearing. The path to better listening may start with modern hearing aids—but it needn’t end there. Today’s technology offers a wide array of assistive devices to further improve one’s hearing. These include special doorbells, smoke alarms,
9 alarm clocks, captioned telephones and other instruments designed to help people cope with hearing loss. These and other options will be discussed by Advocates for Better Hearing president Florence “Flo” Innes Ms. Innes, of Sarasota, is a long-standing advocate for the hard-of-hearing community. She has served in leadership positions for the Hearing Loss Association of Florida, and as a provider of assistive devices. Big-screen captioning will be provided by Tess Crowder of Communication Access, Inc., and the meeting room is equipped with an induction loop for those with a telecoil in their hearing device. All area residents are welcome to attend, especially those with any degree of hearing loss. There will be an opportunity to ask questions, and the meeting is free of charge. Come early for coffee, conversation and donuts. WED. FEB 3, 10, 17, 24 SOCIAL DANCE CLASS Beginning - Fox Trot 12:45 PM Intermediate - Fox Trot - 2:00 PM Intermediate/Advanced - Fox Trot 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. $20/ month. For information call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205. W E D. F E B 3 , 1 0 , 1 7 , 2 4 THERAPEUTIC TAI CHI OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 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. FEB 3 – FREE LUNCH AT ST. ANDREW PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH EVERY WEDNESDAY 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the church at 1239 Del Webb Blvd. West. Volunteers will serve Metropolitan Ministries’ freshly prepared hot meal at no charge to those in need of a meal and for those wanting to spend time with others. You do not need to be a member of the church. All are welcome. For more information call the church at 634-1252. WED. FEB 3 - SCC NEW ENGLAND CLUB HOSTS HAM N’ BEAN SUPPER 5:15 p.m. doors open at Community Hall as the SCC New England Club hosts its family-style New England Ham n’ Bean Supper. The cost is $12.00 per person. The evening includes entertainment by keyboard artist Tommy Johnson and a 50/50 raffle. The event is open to all See 33578 on page 10.
10 33578 from page 9. SCC New England Club members. If you need a reservation form, just email your request to sccnec.events@gmail. com. Not a club member yet? Any Sun City Center Community Association member in good standing with roots in or an interest in one or more of the six New England States is invited to join the club. Joining the SCC New England Club is a snap; just email your name, address, telephone number, current SCC Community Association ID# to scc.nec@gmail.com. You can find club information at HTTPS://sites.google. com/site/thenewenglandclub. WED. FEB 3 - C.O.A. MONTHLY MEETING 7:00 p.m. in the Banquet Room. The speaker will be about a State and Federal Program to give Free amplified telephones to the hearing impaired. All residents are welcome to attend. There will be refreshments and a $25 attendance drawing. You also have the opportunity to purchase tickets for the COA annual Wine and Cheese Festival at $6 each. Buy 8 and we reserve a table for you and your friends. These tickets may also be purchased at the C.O.A. Office. THU. FEB 4 - BETTER BREATHERS SUPPORT GROUP 10:00 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Drive. Speaker to be announced. Annettia Simpson, RRT, Director of Sun Towers’ Outpatient Pulmonary Rehabilitation will answer any questions you may have regarding pulmonar y disease management. Jennipher Lenoir, COTA will have therapeutic Tia Chi for this meeting. For additional info, call Debbie Caneen 813-892-2990 THU. FEB 4 - TIME IS BRAIN: A STROKE OVERVIEW SEMINAR SPONSORED BY SOUTH BAY HOSPITAL 12:00 noon at United Methodist Church of Sun City Center, 1210 West Del Webb Boulevard, Sun City Center, FL 33573. Presented by Jodi Thurman, MBA, BSN, RN, CEN. Director of Emergency Services. Call 1-888-685-1595 to register. Lunch is Provided and RSVP’s are required. THU. FEB 4 - TRISTAN RHODES C O N C E R T 7:00 p.m. at United Community Church, 1501 La Jolla Ave, Sun City Center where renowned organist Tristan Rhodes will perform a concert of classical and contemporary organ music. Mr. Rhodes attended Peabody Conservatory of Music and Westminster Choir College and received an artist diploma in conducting from the Internationale Akademie des Mozarteums, Salzburg, Austria. In his long career he created and built Offertories Musicum Choir of Washington, DC and National Boychoir of America. He had a distinguished career as an instrumental and choral conductor, chamber musician, coach, composer, and solo pianist and organist. He recently relocated to the Tampa Bay area and is currently the organist and master of choristers at the 3,000-member Sacred Heart Parish in Bradenton. The concert is free and open to the public. A freewill offering will be taken with all proceeds benefiting UCC’s music program SAT. FEB 6 - POLISH HERITAGE CLUB PACZKI BALL 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. in the Florida Room of the Sun City Center Atrium Building. The popular Polish band, The Northern Sounds will be playing for your enjoyment. Come to Polka or just listen. The club provides a traditional Paczki donut and coffee. Guests and members are invited to bring their own beverages and snacks. Everyone is welcome. Tickets are $9 per person and can be purchased by calling Ted Puzio 813-642-9374 for information.
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The News of Sun City Center MON. FEB 8 - WIDOWER’S WELLNESS GROUP 8:30 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. SCC. Widower’s Wellness Group: “A group of men who have lost their spouse committed to listening and unsolicited sharing”. Our experience has shown that grief is an ongoing journey and it varies; for some it’s constant, others it’s intermittent and some are ambushed by unexpected bursts of anger, grief or fear. We invite YOU to attend a meeting and witness the camaraderie and healing that comes from “listening and unsolicited sharing” of the experiences of men like yourself who’ve lost their spouse. The only requirement is being there and being willing to listen. For more information contact Jim Clarke 813-625-5665 or jclarke321@verizon.net. MON. FEB 8 - THE ITALIAN CLUB PRESENTS CARNEVALE 5:00 p.m. at the Kings Point Veterans Theater. Costumes, masks and beads are encouraged. Banquet Masters will cater a buffet of salad bar, oven roasted pork loin with gravy and mashed potatoes, onion crusted salmon, string beans, dessert, coffee, tea and soda. BYOB. Full Circle will DJ for your entertainment pleasure. Members $18 and Guests $20. Tickets will be sold in the North Club Lobby on Monday and Wednesday, January 25 and 27 from 9:00 a.m. till noon. Sun City residents please have your badges with you. Tables of 8 please keep your checks together. For more information, please contact President Tom Barba at 813-633-0264. Cut-off date is February 4, 2016. MON. FEB 8 - SCIENCE , ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY CLUB MEETING 7:30 p.m. in the Caper Room, Atrium Building, 954 North Course Lane. There is no cost for guests; anyone interested in science and technology is invited. Charles Darwin and Evolution - Celebrating (only 3 days late) Charles Darwin’s 217th birthday, Phillip Leto, well-known speaker in SCC, will describe how this English naturalist and geologist revolutionized the understanding of how plants and animals evolved by a process of natural selection. After he abandoned his medical studies to travel the world on the ship HMS Beagle for five years, he published his compelling book, The Origin of Species, in 1859, which ultimately made him one of the most well-known and influential scientists in history. TUE . FEB 9 - COMMUNITY CHURCH COLLEGE SPRING SEMESTER (6 WEEKS) 10:30 a.m. 12:00 noon at the Community Church. Exploring Psychic/Intuitive Skills (217) Week 1. Who is Psychic? You are Psychic! Week 2. Auras, Halos, Bio-plasmic fields, Energy Bodies. Week 3. Psychometry: Psychically “reading” people and objects. Week 4. Psychic Photo Reading. Week 5. Out-of-the-Body (OOBEs) experiences, Remote Viewing, Mind Traveling, Astral Projection. Week 6. Safe & Dangerous Doorways to the Unconscious. C arol A n n L i aro s h a s b e e n a professional psychic, lecturer, workshop presenter and author for over 45 years. Her work has been presented in over 25 books. She is the co-author of “Edgar Coyce” on Auras & Colors and author of “7 Keys for unlocking your intuition”. She has worked with Fortune 10 Corporations, Churches, Medical facilities and Edgar Coyce’s A.R.E. - 1501 LA JOLLA AVE, SUN CITY CENTER, FLORIDA, 33573. PHONE (813)-634-8607 - Email tri-c@ verizon.net
TUE. FEB 9 - LIFE CHALLENGES SUPPORT GROUP 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Sun City Center. Live your life fully with zest and joy! Rid yourself of depression, anxiety, frustrations with family, children, friends, life changes, health problems, finances and more. Relief comes by sharing and receiving support and making a positive plan of action. All are welcome in complete confidence and free of charge. Cheryl Lewis facilitates this group and is an effective psychotherapist. We meet every Tuesday in the first floor lounge of Sun Towers. No appointment is necessary. Sponsored by the Coalition for Mental Health and Aging. TUE. FEB 9 - BRAIN DANCING FITNESS 2:30 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Attend our Brain Dancing sessions and bring the joy of movement, imagination and playfulness back into your life! Learn to exercise your brain and receive the benefit of joint flexibility, memory recall, creativity, imagination, laughter, breathing, balance and more! Every session is different and done seated so all are welcome to join in! FREE and open to the public. Complimentary valet parking available at entrance. TUE. FEB 9 - PAPERCRAFTING FOR ADULTS WITH SPARKLE N’ SPRINKLE 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in Community Room 1. Create a beautiful card or scrapbook page with Sparkle N Sprinkle. All materials will be provided. Limited to 25 participants. Registration required at either the SouthShore Regional Library Information Desk or by calling 813-273-3652. Funded by the Friends of the SouthShore Regional Library.
WED. FEB 10 – SCC & SOUTHSHORE AUTHOR MEETUP 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. in the Community Room at JSA Medical Group, 733 Cortaro Drive (plaza behind Taco Bell). Meet and network with other local authors. Learn about writing, publishing and book promotions. Whatever your experience level, if you are interested in writing and publishing, this is the place to be. WED. FEB 10 - VIRTUTAL DEMENTIA TOUR “YOUR WINDOW INTO THEIR WORLD”10:00 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Sun City Center. Walk a Mile in the Shoes of a Person Living with Dementia. Created by P.K. Beville, a specialist in geriatrics, this experience is designed to instill hope in professional and family caregivers, providing them with a tool to move from sympathy to empathy and to better understand the behaviors and needs of their loved ones and patients. Tours provided by Senior Helpers. FREE event but RSVP is required to 813-634-3347 W E D. F E B 1 0 - D I A B E T E S EDUCATION SUPPORT GROUP SPONSORED BY THE MEN’S CLUB OF SUN CITY CENTER 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Have you been given the diagnosis of Diabetes? Are you unsure of your dietary future? Discover options that will assist you! Join Lisa Endick, RN from Nurse on Call Home Health Care as she facilitates this support group. For additional info, call Debbie Caneen 813-892-2990 THU. FEB 11 - SENIOR DAY AT THE FLORIDA STATE FAIRGROUNDS WITH SUN TOWERS RETIREMENT COMMUNITY 10:00 a.m. gates open See 33578 on page 11
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February 2016 33578 from page 10 at 4800 US-301, Tampa, FL 33610. Visit the Expo Hall and join the team from Sun Towers Retirement Community along with the Florida Gulf Coast Alzheimer’s Association for FREE memory screenings, Virtual Dementia Tours with Senior Helpers and more! Questions? Contact Debbie Caneen 813-892-2990 THU. FEB 11 - CANCER CARE SUPPORT GROUP 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. at United Community Church, 1501 La Jolla. This group is open (at no cost) to anyone experiencing or who has experienced the stress of having cancer and is also open to family members and caregivers. The group will address issues, questions, and concerns of the group members. This is not a lecture group but a group where participants can share their own stories and can learn from each other different ways of coping. How important to know: YOU ARE NOT ALONE! The group will be led by Bill Smith, LCSW and Wendy Burkhard, LCSW, both experienced and caring therapists. Questions? Contact Bill at whjgsmith@aol.com or at 440-382-1895. THU. FEB 11 - PERIPHERAL N E U R O PAT H Y R E S O U R C E MEETING 1:00 p.m. Caper Room, 945 A North Course Ln., Sun City Center. Are you suffering from pain and numbness in your extremities? Be sure to attend this meeting sponsored by the Men’s Club of Sun City Center. Dr. William Wood, a current resident of Sun City Center, has worked for many years in the disability rights field and in counseling those with disabilities. After being hurt in the Army at the age of 18, Dr. Wood was left with a pain unidentified for many years, which seemed to arise from aphasia and a concussion. Although the pain sometimes felt like sciatica, it was later diagnosed by a neurologist as neuropathy. Years passed before Dr. Wood understood this disability. Dr. Wood’s avocation for many years has been counseling people with disabilities in learning how to cope with the stress of their disabilities such as neuropathy. His counseling experience includes working with people who have experienced neuropathy, a condition that can arise from traumatic incidences, diabetes, stroke, concussions and sometimes the stress of wars such as Vietnam. For more information, contact Kurt Nolden of the Men’s Club at 813-633-8929. SAT. FEB 13 - VALENTINE’S DAY GALA 6:00 p.m. at Sun City Center Chamber of Commerce will be on sale in the Atrium Kiosk from 9 – noon on each Mon., Wed. and Fri. from Dec. 2. – Dec. 18. There will be a deluxe catered buffet, DJ music, and dancing. B.Y.O.B. (set-ups available). Tickets limited to 125. Singles tables available. Celebrate close to home! Proceeds to benefit Unity SouthShore. Contact Bette at 813-6344701 or bette635@gmail.com for more information. SUN. FEB 14 - PIANIST LINNEA NORSWORTHY PERFORMS IN SAINT ANDREW PRESBYTERIAN CONCERT SERIES 3:00 p.m. at Saint Andrew Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb Blvd. West, Sun City Center, FL. Tickets are $10.00. For more information contact Judy Voorhees at 642-8125 or John Scott at 642-9554. SUN. FEB 14 - VOW RENEWAL CELEBRATION “CALLING ALL SWEETHEARTS” 4:00 p.m. at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church in Sun City Center. You’re invited to a Vow Renewal Celebration Valentine’s Day with a ceremony and reception. After a short renewal service in the sanctuary, there will follow snacks and dancing in Fellowship Hall. To reserve your spot,
The News of Sun City Center please call the church office at 634-1252. St. Andrew is located at 1239 Del Webb Blvd. West. MON. FEB 15 - WIDOWER’S WELLNESS GROUP 8:30 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. SCC. Widower’s Wellness Group: “A group of men who have lost their spouse committed to listening and unsolicited sharing”. Our experience has shown that grief is an ongoing journey and it varies; for some it’s constant, others it’s intermittent and some are ambushed by unexpected bursts of anger, grief or fear. We invite YOU to attend a meeting and witness the camaraderie and healing that comes from “listening and unsolicited sharing” of the experiences of men like yourself who’ve lost their spouse. The only requirement is being there and being willing to listen. For more information contact Jim Clarke 813-625-5665 or jclarke321@verizon.net. MON. FEB 15 - PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP OF SUN CITY CENTER 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Drive. USF Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorders Center facilitates this meeting. This month, Senior Helpers® in partnership with The Michael J. Fox Foundation will present the second of a two part series. The Michael J. Fox Foundation is the largest nonprofit funder of Parkinson’s disease research in the world and is dedicated to providing educational resources, including those that help families and organizations learn how to care for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease. You will watch a DVD with presenter Becky Dunlap, a Registered Nurse who will discuss medications for Parkinson’s and the timeliness of the dosage along with techniques for families and caregivers to make life easier to manage. Did you miss the first session? If so, material will be provided for you so be sure to attend this meeting. TUE. FEB 16 - BETH ISRAEL ANNOUNCES ANNUAL RUMMAGE SALE 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Beth Israel at 1115 Del Webb Blvd. E in Sun City Center. If you have items to donate we will be happy to accept those on Sunday, Feb. 14 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. or on Monday, Feb. 15 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. For additional information contact sisterhood@jcscc.org TUE. FEB 16 - LIFE CHALLENGES SUPPORT GROUP 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Sun City Center. Live your life fully with zest and joy! Rid yourself of depression, anxiety, frustrations with family, children, friends, life changes, health problems, finances and more. Relief comes by sharing and receiving support and making a positive plan of action. All are welcome in complete confidence and free of charge. Cheryl Lewis facilitates this group and is an effective psychotherapist. We meet every Tuesday in the first floor lounge of Sun Towers. No appointment is necessary. Sponsored by the Coalition for Mental Health and Aging. WED. FEB. 17 - WOMEN OF THE ELCA MEETING AND P R E S E N TAT I O N 9:30 a.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 701 Valley Forge Blvd. Presentation at 10 a.m. on the Panama Canal by Tony Espino. Everyone is invited to attend. For more information, call 813-634-1292. WED. FEB 17 - NUTRITION FOR OUR CHANGING BODIES 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the United Methodist Church of Sun City Center, located at 1210 Del Webb Blvd. SCC. Jamie Stolarz, an experienced Dietitian Nutritionist with Publix, will present
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action steps to help keep our changing bodies healthy. Her presentation touches on micro- nutrients, bones, weight, muscle, hydration, and food safety. Bring your questions and tips you find helpful for a lively question time. The Health Ministry Team hopes that attendees will gain useful information to keep our everchanging bodies healthy. The presentation is free for the entire community. Light refreshments will be served. Please make reservations by calling the SCCUMC office at 813.634.2539 WED. FEB 17 - LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP - SPONSORED BY THE SUN CITY CENTER MEN’S CLUB 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. FREE VALET PARKING for Cars and Golf Carts at Terrace Entrance by Blue Awning. Speaker to be announced. If you have low vision, then this meeting is for you! For more info call Debbie Caneen 813-892-2990 WED. FEB 17 - CLASSICAL MUSIC APPRECIATION 3:30 p.m. Kings Point main clubhouse, RIPPLE ROOM (across hall from South Social Room.) Free. All lovers of classical music are invited. Information: Arthur C. Joy, 813-633-9783, acjjr@tampabay.rr.com WED. FEB 17 - KP LINE DANCERS FREE SOCIAL DANCE 7:00 p.m. in the Veterans Theater. Flower Power is the theme for the KP Line Dancers. Open to KP and SCC residents and their guests. SCC residents: please see Jan when you arrive to add your name to my guest list if not already done. BYOB - Couples always welcome, plenty of room to dance. Call Jan at 634-6226 if you require more info. T H U. F E B 1 8 - W I D O W ’ S WELLNESS GROUP 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Sun City Center.
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12 33578 from page 11 Veterans, and are very excited to capture his personal account and add it to the Library of Congress Collection for all to see. As Teresa Fazio, an Operation Iraqi Freedom Veteran stated, “It is important to get every veterans’ story so future generations can learn about military life from first-hand accounts. Our individual experiences may have been different, but when compiled they form a powerful snapshot of history.” If you are a Veteran or know Veterans that would like to share their stories, please call Sun Towers to schedule your interview time at 813-634-3347. This recording of history will take place on the 3rd Friday of each month. SUN. FEB 21 - FEEDING THE HUNGRY “A DAY OF CABARET” VARIETY SHOW 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. South Community Hall, Sun City Center. This event will feature 13 acts (the best in town) of singing, dancing, and comedy, plus raffles. Purchase your tickets for $10 each (plus a contribution of one non-perishable food item) at the Atrium kiosk from 9:00 am to noon on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, beginning Monday, February 1. On the day of the event, at the door, the ticket price will be $12 plus one non-perishable food item. Doors will open at 1:30 pm at Community Hall. Eight SCC churches (called the “Faith Community”) are sponsoring this event to benefit four local food banks – Angel’s Attic, Lord’s Lighthouse, Beth-El Food Pantry, and Guadalupe Food Pantry. SUN. FEB 21 - SINGLES SOCIAL DANCE CLUB 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Atrium Bldg., Florida Room - Dance to the music of Thor Stevens. Members $3; Guests $5. BYOB and snacks. Ice, water, cups and napkins provided. Proper dress requested. Membership forms available for 2016 for $15 and the presentation of your valid CA or KP badge. Info: Janet 633-3558; 334-1439; email: janjdoherty@aol.com
The News of Sun City Center MON. FEB 22 - WIDOWER’S WELLNESS GROUP 8:30 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. SCC. Widower’s Wellness Group: “A group of men who have lost their spouse committed to listening and unsolicited sharing”. Our experience has shown that grief is an ongoing journey and it varies; for some it’s constant, others it’s intermittent and some are ambushed by unexpected bursts of anger, grief or fear. We invite YOU to attend a meeting and witness the camaraderie and healing that comes from “listening and unsolicited sharing” of the experiences of men like yourself who’ve lost their spouse. The only requirement is being there and being willing to listen. For more information contact Jim Clarke 813-625-5665 or jclarke321@verizon.net. MON. FEB 22 - ADULT WRITING GROUP 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in the John Crawford Art Education Studio. Connect with fellow writers to inspire, encourage, and exchange ideas about the writing process. Opportunities to share your writings and receive feedback will be available. If you’ve ever wanted to be a writer, this is the group for you! All levels of writers are welcome. Questions? Call: (813) 273-3652. TUE. FEB 23 - LIFE CHALLENGES SUPPORT GROUP 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Sun City Center. Live your life fully with zest and joy! Rid yourself of depression, anxiety, frustrations with family, children, friends, life changes, health problems, finances and more. Relief comes by sharing and receiving support and making a positive plan of action. All are welcome in complete confidence and free of charge. Cheryl Lewis facilitates this group and is an effective psychotherapist. We meet every Tuesday in the first floor lounge of Sun Towers.
No appointment is necessary. Sponsored by the Coalition for Mental Health and Aging. TUE. FEB 23 - THE MICHIGAN CLUB HOSTS ANNUAL PIZZA PARTY 5:00 p.m. doors open at the Veterans Theater, KP North Clubhouse. The club will furnish pizza, beer and pop, as well as special entertainment for your enjoyment. Reserved tables are on sale in the lobby of the Kings Point North clubhouse every Tuesday morning, from 9:00 to 12:00. Tickets for club members are $10.00 per person and $12.00 for non-members. Look for the Michigan Club table in the corner of the KP lobby. Don’t delay. This party sells out fast. For more information, you may call Paul (813) 634-8506. WED. FEB 24 - “BROADWAY GOES POP” 7:30 p.m. at Community Hall on South Pebble Beach, SCC. Players will be presenting an all new and original musical revue titled “Broadway Goes Pop” featuring songs and stories from the roaring 20’s to the raging 70’s. The Performing Arts Club of S.C.C. inc, now doing business as The SouthShore Players, is recognized as a tax-exempt non-profit corporation in the State of Florida. The mission of the SouthShore Players is creating theater that entertains, educates and enriches. Our vision is be a catalyst in the building of a much-needed cultural arts center in SouthShore that will benefit and be used all children, teens and adults. To that end all monies raised through our shows will be used in the following manner: 50% will be put in the building fund and 50% will be donated to SouthShore schools for their performing arts programs. We hope that you will join us in our mission and our vision. Mark your calendars for our return to Sun City Center. THU. FEB 25 - CANCER CARE SUPPORT GROUP 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. at United Community Church, 1501 La Jolla. This group is open (at no cost)
February 2016 to anyone experiencing or who has experienced the stress of having cancer and is also open to family members and caregivers. The group will address issues, questions, and concerns of the group members. This is not a lecture group but a group where participants can share their own stories and can learn from each other different ways of coping. How important to know: YOU ARE NOT ALONE! The group will be led by Bill Smith, LCSW and Wendy Burkhard, LCSW, both experienced and caring therapists. Questions? Contact Bill at whjgsmith@aol.com or at 440382-1895. SUN. FEB 28 - ELVIS! STARRING AT ST. ANDREW 5:00 p.m. at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb West, SCC. Elvis look-alike entertainer Bill Lindsey will perform following a lasagna dinner, with tossed salad, garlic bread, dessert, and coffee or iced tea. Memories of Elvis will be everywhere, including the familiar tunes we loved from the ‘50s and ‘60s. Tickets at $10 are on sale now through February 22nd (Mon.- Fri. 9-4) at the church office. MON. FEB 29 - WIDOWER’S WELLNESS GROUP 8:30 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. SCC. Widower’s Wellness Group: “A group of men who have lost their spouse committed to listening and unsolicited sharing”. Our experience has shown that grief is an ongoing journey and it varies; for some it’s constant, others it’s intermittent and some are ambushed by unexpected bursts of anger, grief or fear. We invite YOU to attend a meeting and witness the camaraderie and healing that comes from “listening and unsolicited sharing” of the experiences of men like yourself who’ve lost their spouse. The only requirement is being there and being willing to listen. For more information contact Jim Clarke 813-625-5665 or jclarke321@verizon.net.
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ARTS & entertainment CONCERT BAND• DANCE • SHOWS • FAZZ• FLEXERCISE & MORE!
NOTICE: Each community and club in Sun City Center and Kings Point has specific rules about membership and attendance. Unless specifically stated or posted, most venues, meetings and events hosted on the Community Association campus and in Kings Point require attendees to bring their SCC CA or KP ID or come with a resident member. When in doubt, contact the club in question - not the venue or association - prior to arrival. Thanks.
Rockin’ Thru The Years Dance Club
DANCING Academy of Ballroom Dance February 6
The Academy of Ballroom Dinner Dance will be on Saturday February 6 at Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach, from 5:00 to 9:30 p.m. Attire is formal or dressy. BYOB. Everyone welcome. Singles table available. You can reserve a table if you have eight people at the time of payment. There will be no lesson at this event. Complimentary pictures upon arrival. Mark your calendars so you don’t miss this evening of fun and lots of dancing. More information call George Hawn at 330-770-2733.
Academy Dance Club Classes
Dance Classes In February, 2016 Social dance classes sponsored by the Academy Dance Club. Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium. Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point residents. Couples and singles welcome. For information call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205. Tuesday. February (2, 9, 16, 23) Social Dance Class Beginning – Cha-Cha - 5:30 p.m. Intermediate – Cha-Cha - 6:45 p.m. Intermediate/Adv. – Cha-Cha - 8 p.m. Wednesday. February (3, 10, 17, 24) Social Dance Class Beginning - Fox-Trot - 12:45 p.m. Intermediate - Fox Trot - 2:00 p.m. Intermediate/Adv. - Fox-Trot- 3:15 p.m. COST: $20 per person for all four weeks. Taught by Bernice Dubro and George Hawn. Call 813-634-3205 or e-mail dancewithbernice@gmail.com.
Oldies But Goodies Dance Club
Have you made plans for Valentine’s Day? Why not have an early dinner and then come dance the night away with Papa Jack Express, a 10-piece band? Their genre includes: Motown, smooth jazz, oldies, classic R&B, reggae, 70s dance music and soft dinner music with five star qualities. The band is composed of some of the most talented musicians in the business, each one having performed for audiences throughout the world during their career. The Oldies but Goodies Dance Club will be having Papa Jack Express perform on Sunday, February 14, 2016 at their dance at Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. The cost is free for members and $6 per person for guests. No advance ticket needed; pay at door. There will be tables for singles. The doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and the band will be playing 7-10 p.m. BYOB and snacks the club will provide ice, water, cups and napkins. Put on your dancing shoes and join us for an evening of heartfelt music. Let’s celebrate Valentine’s Day together.
Johnny Charro and his Band will provide our dance music at the Rockin’ Thru the Years Valentines Dance on Saturday, February 13 from 7 to 10 p.m. in Veterans Theater in the Kings Point North Clubhouse. The doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Johnny Charro is known as the “Dean of Tampa Bay Entertainment”. Johnny Charro and his Band do amazing work with a wide variety of music including rock & roll, oldies, latin music, country, soul, contemporary, easy listening, and current popular hits! During intermissions they will play our favorite line dance music. Tickets are $5 per person and may be purchased on Tuesday, February 2 and Tuesday, February 9, 12 to 2 p.m. at the ticket table in the Kings Point North Clubhouse Lobby. You may reserve a table when you purchase your tickets. You may bring snacks and BYOB. The Club provides cups, napkins, ice and water on each table. Please contact Sandi at the following email address “rockinthrutheyears@gmail.com” for more information.
Jazzmatazz Dance Club
Front L to R: Cheryl Didday Treas., Diane LeFrancois Instructor, Kris Collett. Back L to R: Carol Slagle VP, Mary Ann Mosley, Susie Potratz, Janet Warren, Pres., Linda Cannistra, Kathy Hatfield, Jo Fosse, Kathy Thomas. Not pictured: Cathy Mertens, Connie Ray, Pat Wolfert, Jeanne Naish.
Oh those jazz girls and all that jazz! The Jazzmatazz Dance Club of Sun City Center has been preparing for six performances in February and March. They will be performing a variety of dances for the GFWC SCC Woman’s Club, the Interfaith Food Bank Benefit, The Rotary Club Benefit, and the three nights of Follies in late February. In addition to a group performance in the Follies, nine members are singing and dancing in five chorus/dance numbers, as well. The Jazzmatazz Dance Club meets twice a week for four to five hours of practice to learn jazz dance routines choreographed to Broadway and popular music. Warm up and floor exercises which emphasize technique in ballet and jazz dance moves develop body and mind fitness, flexibility, balance, grace, poise, and strength. The group membership changes from year to year, but generally there are 14-18 members. This is a very supportive and fun-loving group of women, ages 55-80’s, who love to dance and intend to remain physically active for as long as possible. What better way to live and enjoy life in Sun City Center! For more information, call Janet Warren, President at 813-634-6692.
Moonglow Dance Club
Moonglow Ballroom Dance Club will feature the live music of “Daniel Fugazzotto” at their monthly dance on Thursday February 18 from 7:309:30 p.m. at Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Sun City Center. As a special treat, Daniel and his national championship amateur ballroom dance partner, Janis Merluzzo, will perform a dance exhibition at intermission. The attire at Moonglow dances is dressy casual. Members are FREE, and visitors/guests pay $5 per person at the door. Singles table(s) are always available. Please BYOB and snacks, and the club provides ice, water, cups and napkins. The Moonglow 2016 year-round monthly dances feature a great lineup of talented entertainers booked for your to enjoy dancing and/or listening to live music. Membership details and our exciting 2016 schedule will be available at the dance or you may request information by phone or email. Visitors are always welcome, so why not get your friends & neighbors to join you at a Moonglow dance? If you think that you can’t ballroom dance, remember that we are not “Dancing With the Stars”. We each do what our bodies allow us to do in time to the music. For more Information call 813633-1297 or 813-633-2755, or email “gail3357@gmail.com”.
Develop Your Dance Skills
By Bob Martin Every Sunday afternoon from 2 – 3:30 p.m. the Dance Studio, in the Atrium complex in SCC, welcomes those who want to develop their dance skills. This free dance session, sponsored by the Sun City Center Dance Club, is open to all members of the Community Association and residents of Kings Point.
Dance the Night Away Sat. Feb. 13
By Bob Martin Those who love to dance will want to make it to the dance party sponsored by the Sun City Center Dance Club on Saturday, Feb. 13, at Community Hall. Dance to the club’s exclusive playlist, spun by Gerardo from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Musical selections include east and west coast swing, fox trot, slow and line dances, latin variations, waltz, country 2-step, quick step, and polka. Enjoy a complimentary dessert table and coffee throughout the evening. Attire is dressycasual. No shorts! BYOB. You don’t need to be an accomplished dancer to enjoy this social evening out. Take your friends along, or come and make new friends. The dance is free to members. Visitors/guests pay $6 per person at the door. Singles tables will be available. Our next dance parties: Mar. 12 (optional sitdown-dinner at 5:15 p.m. at additional cost), Apr. 9, Oct. 29, Nov. 19 and Dec. 17. For more information call (813) 634-9074.
Kings Point Line Dancers
Flower Power is the theme for the Kings Point Line Dancers on Wednesday, February 17 for a free social dance, 7 p.m. in the Veterans Theater. Open to KP and SCC residents and their guests. SCC residents: please see Jan when you arrive to add your name to my guest list if not already done. BYOB. Couples always welcome, plenty of room to dance. Call Jan at 634-6226 if you require more info.
The Jazz Lovers Group
The Jazz Lovers kicked off the new year with a live performance by Art Dunn and his Swing Thing Trio. Everyone had a great listening experience. Now as we move on into the new year we will be back in our own Ripple Room in the KPNC on February 19 from 2 to 4 p.m. and will be listening to our favorites from the Bluesy side of jazz. All are welcome.
ENTERTAINMENT BLAST By Lynn Manzi, Entertainment Director
2016 got off to a wonderful start with Ryan Ahearn, The Saint Petersburg Opera, The Shindigs, and the Showcase. We also had the Adopt a Pet event at the end of the month. The following events are scheduled for the month of February: •February 7 Ambrosia – an exciting group whose music is rooted with soul as well as the blues, but it has quickly proved to be all that and more as their music covers a gamut of musical styles such as Leonard Bernstein and Kurt Vonnegut, Jr and others. •February 11 The South Shore Concert Band will once again entrance us with their tribute to the music of Paul Simon, Marvin Hamlisch, John Williams, Chicago, the Beatles and more. •February 19 British Invasion - a thoroughly entertaining evening where you will be amazed by the look, sound and magic of the Beatles. •February 25 Free Lawn Concert – featuring Fred Campbell. Fred is a professional singer whose music encompasses many genres and will share an entertaining afternoon with you. •February 26 Adopt a Pet event – Come find your new friend who will provide you with companionship and fun.
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February 2016
The News of Sun City Center
WWII Songs and Stories To Be Staged in SCC
By Edward Brown Music played a key role in stoking the WWII war effort and boosting morale on the Home Front and on the front lines. Radio alternated almost seamlessly between the harsh and the hilarious, between reports of bloody battles and “Your Hit Parade,” between liberation of the death camps, and the comic spin of “Rosie The Riveter.” “When The Lights Go On Again,” a stage presentation of some of these WWII songs and stories featuring live music and originally created video clips will be offered in four performances, February 12, 13, 18 and 19 at Sun City Center’s St. John the Divine Episcopal Church, 1015 E. Del Webb Blvd. Tickets are $14, available at the church box office, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., online at “www. stjohndivine.com” and, if available, at the door before the 7 p.m. performances. “Lights,” focusing on events of 1944 and ’45, is a follow-up to last February’s “Praise The Lord and Pass The Ammunition,” that covered the earlier years of the war. This year’s show features the Jack Edison Jazz Band, the St. John the Divine Choir, led in these performances by Mary K. Merrill, and solo performers well known to South Shore audiences: Troy Coman, Barbara Van Eycken, Bill Barker, The Lazy Boys Quartet, Vince Robbio, Jean Brown, Yoniece Miller, and Lisa Hachen. “Lights“ is produced by Wendy Smith and directed by Ed Brown, who wrote the script.
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February 2016 Art Club Gallery Exhibit
Featuring Dee Sleziak and Janice James as Special Exhibitors By Mel Solochek February 2016 will feature the artwork of two special art club members, Dee Sleziak and Janice James. Not only are Janice and Dee special artists, but they are both over the age of 90 years old. This is the first time that two 90 year old ladies are featured by the art club in Sun City Center. What a thrill to have them teaming up to have an outstanding show. Delores “Dee” Sleziak is a long time member of the Art Club in Sun City Center. She creates paintings in watercolor and acrylics. Her favorite subjects are buildings and architecture. Dee has studied with teachers from the University of Michigan and in workshops in Florida and abroad. Her paintings have won several awards in art club competition. Dee moved to Sun City Center with her husband Raymond in 1995 from Michigan and has been an active member throughout the years. Janice James had her first art lesson at the age of 9. Two years later, her family moved to Miami. She met her husband, Bill, at the University of Miami where she studied art. Janice and Bill moved to Sun City Center from St. Petersburg in 2004. She has taken refresher courses in watercolor and acrylics from Anne Walker. Janice’s preferred medium in transparent watercolor and specialty Florida architecture, from small beach houses to historic landmarks, landscapes, seascapes and private homes. Janice is still doing murals. Come join the fun at their Art Gallery Open House on Wednesday, February 3, from 1 to 3 p.m. The Gallery show will run through February 25. Snacks and beverages will be served, and is open to the public.
songs and stories from the roaring 20’s thru the radical 70’s
ONE SHOW ONLY!
Wednesday, February 24th 7:30 pm SCC Community Hall 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd doors open at 7pm
Sun City Center Faith Community Sponsors a
Day of Singers • Dancers • Musicians • Comedians Raffles • Snacks/Water for Sale
Teri Council
Ellen Kleinschmidt Michael Peacock
Sunday, February 21 2:30-4:00 p.m. Community Hall, South Pebble Beach. Doors will Open at 1:00 p.m.
Ticket price; $10 plus one non-perishable food item in advance or $12 plus one non-perishable food item at the door (non-perishable food items to be brought the day of the cabaret) Tickets will be available at each house of worship after Jan.11, 2016 and at the Atrium Kiosk 9:00 a.m. until noon on Monday, Wednesday and Friday beginning February 1, 2016
Faith Community Involved: •Beth Israel Congregation •Prince of Peace Catholic Church •Redeemer Lutheran •St Andrew Presbyterian •St John the Divine Episcopal •Unitarian Universalist Fellowship •United Community, United Church of Christ •United Methodist
Food Pantries To Benefit: Angel’s Attic Lord’s Lighthouse Beth-El Food Pantry Guadalupe Food Pantry
Lew Resseguie
Kathy Straub
Dan Tackitt
TICKETS ON SALE JANUARY 11th $12 in advance - $15 at the door
American Momentum Bank Apollo Beach
American Momentum Bank Sun City Center
5998 U.S. Hwy 41 N Wed 10am-noon
131 S. Pebble Beach Blvd Mon & Fri 10am-noon
Sun City Center Chamber of Commerce Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 9am-4pm Wed 9am-noon
online orders www.southshoreplayers.org
credit card orders 813.789.8271 Net proceeds will be donated to SouthShore schools performing arts programs and to the SouthShore Players performing arts center building fund.
EVERYONE WELCOME!
Apollo Beach, Brandon, Riverview, Ruskin, Sun City Center and Wimauma.
Performing Arts Club of S.C.C., Inc, doing business as the SouthShore Players, is a national non-profit charitable arts organization. All donations are tax deductible to the full extent of the law.
February 2016
The News of Sun City Center
Spring German Musical Show
A group of entertainers from Germany have been invited by the SCC GermanAmerican Club to present their program entitled “Music for Spring”, at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 6 in the Sun City Center Community Hall on S. Pebble Beach Blvd. This group has not been here before, includes Romy from Bavaria, the Duo Leuchtfeuer from Friesland, along with singer Lanny and two accordion players, Simon Raedker and Harmonika-Peter. At the intermission of this show, coffee and cake will be available. Tickets are $15 and are available from Charlotte Kappel, “cmk13@tampabay.rr.com”, 813/634-6662 or Mike Albanese, “albanesemj@aol.com”, 813/634-5512.
SCC Stained Glass Club Annual Member Show
The Sun City Center Stained Glass Club’s 6th Annual Show is scheduled for Thursday, February 11 from 9 to 4 and Friday, February 12 from 9 to 3 p.m. in the Atrium’s Florida Room. Members, from beginners to experienced artisans will display pieces of work in three categories, including: soldered, fused and specialty pieces. Pieces will range from panels, lamps, mosaics, sun catchers, fused work jewelry to sandblasting. Professional glass artist Julia Larson of St. Petersburg will judge this year’s show. The judge will select the ribbon winners in each category and the prestigious “Best of Show” award. There is no admission fee and all visitors are invited to vote for the “People’s Choice” award. For more information stop by the Stained Glass Club in the Arts and Crafts Building between 9 and noon Monday through Friday, or call Debbie Zieg 813634-6795.
Kings Point Follies
By Stephanie Casey It’s FOLLIES time! After months of hard work, the cast of the 2016 FOLLIES is almost ready to proudly unveil this year’s variety extravaganza for you enjoyment. 2016 FOLLIES will be presented in the Kings Point Veterans Theater on Friday evening, February 26 and on Saturday afternoon and evening on February 27. Director Rose Ostrander and Choreographer Diane LeFrancois have put together an exciting and uniquely clever production, featuring both solo and chorus singers, specialty and chorus dancers, comedians, musicians, and, of course, the long-standing favorite high school student group, THE SOUNDS OF TIME, with more surprises tucked in for a wonderfully entertaining experience. Many of these performers are your friends and neighbors. You will be amazed at their level of performance and professionalism. Ticket sales have already been brisk so don’t delay buying yours or you will be left empty-handed. The show is cabaret-style reserved tables and tickets can be purchased at the Kings Point North Clubhouse Box Office until 4 p.m. weekdays. The cost of the tickets is $14 per person for a show you don’t want to miss. If you live outside of Kings Point, tell the guard at the Visitor’s Gate you are going to buy Follies tickets. See you on February 26 or 27.
Blues & Jazz Concert
“Rebirth of the Blues VII and Big Band Era Jazz” performed by the Jack Edison Band shakes the rafters with classic Dixie and Jazz, Saturday, February 6, 7 p.m. at St. John the Divine Episcopal Church, 1015 Del Webb Blvd. E. The band plays authentic Dixie and jazz style as arraigned by the late, one-time big band leader, Jim Edison. Admission is $10. Charts to be played include: ”Jada,” “Dinah,” “Muskrat Ramble,” “Jersey B ounce,” “Opus One,” “You Do Something To Me,” “Unforgettable,” and a dozen other great tunes. The musicians: Drums: Jerry Cheesbro, Piano: Gary Tatlock, Bass: Dave Brown, Tenor sax: Neil Theriault, Baritone Sax: Dave Evans, Trumpet: Ken Easton, Trombone: Jack Edison, who leads the group, and led his own big band for more than twenty years. The narrator for “Rebirth of the Blues VII and Big Band Era Jazz” is Harry Stanton. Tickets are available at the St. John the Divine Box Office, open Wednesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and Sundays, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Also, on line at www.stjohndivine.com and at the door before the concert, if available.
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KPAL 2016 Art Show
By Kathy Pruschen “Reach for the Arts”, the 2016 Kings Point Art League’s Annual Art Show, promises to be another memorable exhibit of the exceptional talent in our community. The show will take place on Thursday and Friday, February 18 and 19 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. each day in the Banquet Room, Kings Point North Clubhouse. Greta May Barnes is the chairman of this year’s event with co-chairs Mary Ann Meeker and Sandy McDermott. You won’t want to miss the chance to buy a raffle ticket to win one of three outstanding prints of last years “Best of Show”, “People’s Choice”, and “Peer Award” paintings being donated for the event, proceeds of which go to charities. Also, back this year are original 5x7 paintings which will be for sale for $5 each to benefit KPAL. And, don’t forget to cast your vote for this years “People’s Choice” award. Join us, enjoy a cookie or two, as we celebrate this year’s artists and award-winners.
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Emergency Squad Squad to Host Informational Program
The Sun City Center Emergency Squad is hosting an Informational Program at 6 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month to answer questions and provide details to prospective volunteers. The meeting will take place at the Training Building at 124 S. Pebble Beach. We invite interested residents to find out more about the Squad and the volunteer opportunities we have available. Our primary need right now is for folks who are interested in working on the ambulance. The Squad is always looking for Emergency Medical Responders, Ambulance Drivers and Emergency Medical Technicians. We have had a wonderful response this past year and have trained many dispatchers and front desk volunteers. Other volunteer positions the Squad has available include IT specialists, vehicle maintenance volunteers, and cooks. Each year the Squad provides Basic Life Support (BLS) emergency services to the community. In 2015, the Squad made over 5,000 ambulance runs and approximately 1,100 medical wheelchair van runs. All of the Squad’s services are free, including blood pressures that are offered daily at the office from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Volunteers are the lifeblood of our community. Please consider visiting with us and learning more about how we are “Neighbors Helping Neighbors.” Coffee and cookies will be served.
Christmas Day Emergency Squad Crew
Christmas morning December 25, members of Team 4 reported for duty. Like any normal duty day, the Squad is here for the community 24/7, 365 days a year, including holidays.
Front seated L to R: Marci McKee, Linda Hughes and Barry McKee. L to R Standing: Ken Reid, Andrew Hatcher, Jan Carruthers, Mary Ann Meeker, Pete Blair, Margie Blair, Nancy Willet, Mary Wilkinson, Georgia Axtell, Ruby Hebell, Penny Baker, Bridgettte Austen, Mick Hebel, Julie Holtem, Dan Holtem, Carole Austin, Mary Bramel, Tim Baker, Linda Kalpin, Jim Ryan and John Colburn. Crew members not in photo, but working Christmas Day include: M.J.Ricketts, Pam Zion, tim Zion, Bob Rusnak, Debbie Jasmer, Kathy Shaefer, Kent Marchuk, Barry Bogart, Randy Anderson, Connie Abbott, Kathy Zdrodowski, John Bowker, Linda Bowker and Vallery McKeehan.
February 2016
Security Patrol
SCC Security Patrol Nominated as SCC Chamber Nonprofit of the Year
The Sun City Center Security Patrol was nominated by the SCC Chamber of Commerce membership as one of eight nonprofits of the year for 2015. This was the first year the SCC Chamber of Commerce introduced the nonprofit c ategor y. D ebbi e C ane e n, Director of Admissions for Sun Towers Retirement Community, nominated the Security Patrol based on the Patrol’s diligence to get as many golf carts registered with the Security Patrol in order to safeguard against golf carts thefts. “The actions by Security Patrol volunteers to encourage all residents of Sun City Center to have their golf carts registered demonstrated the Patrol’s commitment to our community. The event was held over a three-day period as Patrol volunteers stood in 90-degree weather showing the enthusiasm of what a non-profit should be. To be able to withstand the hot weather and register a record number of golf carts in Patrol history deserves the Chamber’s non-profit nomination,” said Caneen. The Security Patrol recently held a three-day golf cart registration in January and will hold two additional registrations Security Patrol Chief Karen Ryan and Chamber of Commerce Dana Dittmar greet this year. The SCC Security Patrol each during the SCC Chamber of Commerce invites all residents within the Annual Awards Banquet. boundaries of Sun City Center to join the Patrol. A minimum of three volunteer hours per month is requested. If you wish to join the Security Patrol, visit the Security Patrol office located at 1005 N. Pebble Beach Blvd. to fill out an application.
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Southshore Regional Library February 2016 Events
Wednesday, February 3 Southshore Needle People Every Wednesday
6 – 8 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in Community Room 2. Join other needle people to share techniques, tips, and experiences about knitting and other fiber and fabric arts. Bring a project and ask questions. Beginners welcome! Questions? Call: (813) 273-3652.
Wednesday, February 3 Mah Jongg Club Every Wednesday
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Friday, February 19 Master Gardener Series: Caladiums
2:00 -3:30 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in Community Rooms 1 & 2. Join Master Gardener, Cynthia Glover, and learn about caladiums for the home garden. Tips on growing, maintaining, and choosing the best varieties will be shared. These foliage plants add colorful value to any Florida Garden. Questions? Call: (813) 273-3652.
Thursday, February 21 Southshore Readers Book Club
6 – 8 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in Community Room 1. Enjoy an evening of the popular table game, Mah Jongg. Beginners are welcome. Free instruction will be provided. Participants are asked to bring their own Mah Jongg card. Questions? Call: (813) 273-3652.
2:00 p.m. -3:00 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in Community Room 2. Book Discussion - Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel. Questions? Call: (813) 273-3652.
1 – 3 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in the John Crawford Art Education Studio. Connect with fellow writers to inspire, encourage, and exchange ideas about the writing process. Opportunities to share your writings and receive feedback will be available. If you’ve ever wanted to be a writer, this is the group for you! All levels of writers are welcome. Questions? Call: (813) 273-3652.
1:00 – 3:00 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in the John Crawford Art Education Studio. Connect with fellow writers to inspire, encourage, and exchange ideas about the writing process. Opportunities to share your writings and receive feedback will be available. If you’ve ever wanted to be a writer, this is the group for you! All levels of writers are welcome. Questions? Call: (813) 273-3652.
6:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in Community Room 1. Create a beautiful card or scrapbook page with Sparkle N Sprinkle. All materials will be provided. Limited to 25 participants. Registration required at either the SouthShore Regional Library Information Desk or by calling 813-273-3652. Funded by the Friends of the SouthShore Regional Library.
Tuesday, February 16 Movie Matinee: The Intern
2:30 – 3:30 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in the Computer Lab. Explore the music of the Beatles in this 60-minute multimedia presentation (part history and part musical analysis) spanning the full 1960’s: beginning with the band’s seminal visits to Hamburg, continuing through Beatlemania, and concluding with Abbey Road. The program will be supplemented with audio clips of music and excerpts from interviews with the band members. Presented by Aaron Krerowicz. Funded by the Friends of the SouthShore Regional Library. Questions? Call: (813) 273-3652.
Wednesday, February 17 Elder Law
1:00 -3:00 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in the John Crawford Art Education Studio. Florida Telecommunications Relay, Inc. (FTRI) 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. Questions? Call: (813)273-3652.
Monday, February 8 Adult Writing Group
Tuesday, February 9 Papercrafting for Adults with Sparkle n’ Sprinkle
2 – 4 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in Community Rooms 1 & 2. Enjoy a movie on the big screen at SouthShore Regional Library. The Intern rated PG-13, 121 minutes. 70-year-old widower Ben Whittaker has discovered that retirement isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. Seizing an opportunity to get back in the game, he becomes a senior intern at an online fashion site, founded and run by Jules Ostin. Questions? Call: (813) 273-3652.
Monday, February 22 Adult Writing Group
Monday, February 22 The Beatles: Band of the Sixties
Wednesday, February 24 Family Center on Deafness Telephone Distribution
2 – 4 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in Community Room 1. This program will provide information and education regarding legal issues for seniors including planning for incapacities and long-term care with emphasis on public benefits. Questions? Call: (813) 273-3652.
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February 2016
Enchanting Venice – Still Captivating After 1,500 Years
By Kai Rambow First, there was a sublime live performance of The Four Seasons suite by Vivaldi, who was born in Venice. Then there was a quiet walk – without crowds – through St. Mark’s Square back to the hotel. This enchanting experience is only possible if you stay for a few days. Far too many people see Venice for a day at the beginning or end of a cruise. The experience is almost the same as daytrippers, tourists who visit for one day. Venice rewards those who stay longer with rich memories, not just photos. Venice Still Inspires Originally built in the lagoon to escape marauding barbarians after the fall of the Roman Empire, the Venetians didn’t just figure out how to survive, but how to succeed. Within 300 hundred years, Venice became a major, incredibly wealthy city-state and controlled maritime trade for the next 500 years. Not content to be merely successful merchants, Venice became the center for the arts. Venice still has an active reputation today for glass and mask making. T he e ng i ne e r i ng i n Ve n i c e is fascinating. How have the wood pilings used as the foundation survived all this time? From where did Venetians get drinkable water? And how do they get the garbage out of Venice? The Venetians figured out how to live splendidly without the tools and technology of modern life. There are endlessly engrossing things to discover. Walk and Wander Many of the major sites, all worth a visit, are located in St. Mark’s Square, the heart of Venice. The Doges Palace, St. Mark’s Basilica, Correr Museum and Bell Tower are all located here. To avoid crowds, your best bet is to either visit them when they first open or about 90 minutes before closing. From here you can walk to the Rialto Bridge. The signs are posted high up and not at every c o r n e r . Don’t worry, if you g e t l o s t you’ll hit water soon – y ou’re on an island. Part of the fun is wandering and checking out the different shops and restaurants. One of the best things you can do is cruise along the
You need to look up to find directions.
Quiet view before the crowds arrive.
Iconic view of the Grand Canal.
Grand Canal. (See more under Getting Around.) At Venice’s peak there were over 1,000 fabulously wealthy families. They built their homes here. Most homes have three levels. The bottom level served as a dock and warehouse for large sailing vessels. The middle level served as offices, and the upper levels served as living quarters. Activities to Skip and Those to Consider Since we have so many talented people here, I checked out a few activities for special memories. Gondola builders: These
have to be the rudest and greediest artists/ craftsmen I have ever encountered. “For 100 Euros you can take the tour, all the pictures you want and ask questions. Now go away,” was the response to my inquiries. Your best bet: Watch a video on YouTube. No rudeness and no cost. Mask makers: Incredibly friendly and helpful. Enthused about their work and not arrogant. They make masks by hand, the traditional way for over 800 years. This would be a great activity for friends or several generations of a family. The more you have in your party the lower the cost will be.
Tips for a Great Trip When to Go: Avoid the tourist crush in July and August, as well as the heat and humidity. May, June, September and October are better weather months and popular with visitors. It will still be very busy, but bearable. Where to Stay: There are plenty of hotel choices in Venice, many which allow you to walk everywhere. We needed more comfort and stayed at the Hilton Molino Stuckey. This former flour mill has been converted into a modern hotel and convention center. Some of the best views of Venice are from the pool (one of only two in Venice) on the eighth floor. This is away from the hustle in the heart of Venice and we appreciated the quiet breaks. There is a free hotel shuttle, which we used when it fit our schedule. Getting Around: Private water taxis are really expensive. The public water buses, called vaporettos, make regular stops, just like a bus. This is one of the best ways to see the Grand Canal. Avoid rush hour because this is how most Venetians get around as well. A one-way trip is seven Euros. I spent 40 Euros for a three-day unlimited pass, and used 120 Euros worth. Once you pay for it, you’ll concentrate on the easiest and fastest way to go not on how much. It also meant we did not plan our days based on the hotel shuttle schedule. This is part of making Venice as enjoyable as possible. Mask Makers: Ca’Macana. Write info@camacana.com Take vaporetto to Ca’Rezzonico. Walk away from canal on sidewalk. After a short distance walk widens into a square. Turn right, cut across the front of the church and cross small bridge. Shop on right shortly after.
SPORTS February 2016
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LAWN BOWLING • TENNIS • GOLF • SOFTBALL• PICKLEBALL & MORE!
Aquasizers Board Member Elected
By Pat Jones Election of the Aquasizer Board for 2016-2017 are as follows: Anne McGervey, Sunshine Committee; Sue Baker, Secretary; Clair Vilasi, Social Director; Brigitte Lewis, Sunshine Committee; Pam Zion, Vice President; Cricket Fraser, President, and Michele Rittberg, Treasurer. Deep water class are from 9 to 10 a.m., Mon - Fri and shallow water classes are from 10 to 11 a.m. Mon - Sat. Come to the pool and give it a try! Only $15 for the year!
Swim Dancers Annual Show, March 12
“Dancing With The Stars, Sun And Moon” is the title of the SCC Swim Dancers’ annual show set for Saturday, March 12 at 2 p.m. The program will be performed in the CA’s indoor lap pool at the North Campus. The Swim Dancers consist of senior women within a 22 year age range. They will perform swim routines to beautiful music from the 30’s to the 60’s, that feature this year’s theme. When is the last time you heard the lovely melodies of such songs as “Moonlight in Vermont” or “Stardust”? For a donation of only $3, you can enjoy an hour-long trip down musical memory lane while celebrating the athletic abilities of Sun City’s own senior swimmers. Tickets will be available in March at the Atrium ticket booth on select days (days yet to be assigned) and from the Swim Dancers. Contact: Dana Ellerbrock 813-633-5927.
Competitive Tennis Club Enjoys Win
By Debbie Zieg The Sun City Sunsetter’s Tennis Team braved cold temperatures in the mid 40’s to pull out a team win against Brandon’s BSAC team. Pictured L to R are: Edna Carlin, Sheryl Doom, Helene Peterson, Petra Stimmel, Debbie Zieg, Rolande Poulin and Nancy Williams.
New Lawn Bowlers Take Advantage of Free Lessons
L to R front to back: Bob Astone, Dennis McPhail, Vincent Myers. Back - Mike Moore, Dave Botting, Jim Mitchell, John Brady, Chuck Klute, Wayne Carol, Brian Bell, Terry LeGrand.
SCC Softball
The Sun City Center Lawn Bowling Club welcomed nine newcomers to the sport in January. The free monthly training sessions for new bowlers consists of four mornings of instruction as well as participation in the regularly scheduled Friday game. In the back row, left to right, Georganne Leshko, Gary Houdek, Terry Mattia, Joe Mattia, Doug Niehouse, Ed George, Ron Cress and Gary Sellers. In the front row, from left, Ava Casper (instructor) Dick Leshko and Bob Fladung (instructor). F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n a b o u t t h e s p o r t a n d t h e C l u b, v i s i t “suncitycenterlawnbowlingclub.com”. Or stop by the green (main campus, behind the library) there is a free-lesson signup sheet in the Eberhardt Building clubhouse and any member there will be more than happy to assist you.
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The SCC Softball League’s fall session ended on December 11 with the playoffs on December 15. There was an exciting finish with three teams tied for first place with a 9-4 record. The winner of the session came down to the amount of runs that were scored by each team. Congratulations goes out to Gary Gentzler’s Barnstomers. Second place was Lou Klusty’s Reds. Third place was Walt Drugan’s Rays and forth place was Dennis McPhail’s Indians. In the playoff ’s, the first game was the number one team the Barnstomers losing to the forth place team the Indians. The next game was between the Second place Reds against the third place Rays. The Reds were unable to win against the hot Rays. In the final
game against the Indians and the Rays, it came down to the home team in the last of the seventh inning. They were tied 7 to 7 and the Indians pulled it off to win the playoffs. If you would like to play softball, come down on a Monday morning when it is open practice that starts at 9. They have already started the winter session, but you can put your name on the sub list. The following spring session will start February 19 and the draft is February 10 so sign up down at the field. Ever y Friday the Diamondettes serve hamburgers and hot dogs for a donation. Come check out the softball club and watch a game! Our web site is “suncitycentersoftball.org”.
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GOLF SCORES Hogans Golf Club of Sun City Center & Kings Point Saturday, December 20, 2015 Course: Freedom Fairways 1st: Rick Selby - 4 Skins 2nd: Ray Bui - 3 Skins Low-Net: Steve Belknap - 59 Low-Gross: Steve Belknap - 73 Birds: Ray Bui - 2 Chieu Nguyen & Mike Greenwood - 1
The News of Sun City Center Monday, January 4, 2016 Course: Imperial Lakewoods 1st: Francis Hendrickson - 3 Skins 2nd: Tom Rosata, John Schachte and Hilde Karl - Tied at 1 Skin Low-Net: Jenice Taylor and Erwin Karl - Tied at 74 Low-Gross: Jenice Taylor - 93 Birds: John Schachte - 1
Sandpiper Members Mary Ann and Jim Cosgrove smile for a pre-round photo. L to R: John Schachte, Jenice Taylor, Tom Rosata, Hilde Karl, Francis Hendrickson and Erwin Karl.
Club Link One Membership More Golf L to R: Rick Selby, Mike Greenwood, Steve Belknap, Ray Bui and Chieu Nguyen.
Saturday, December 26, 2015 Course: Falcon Watch Sands-Cypress 1st: Ray Curry - 2 Skins 2nd: Ron Doncouse, Joe Pickett, John Jackson & John Colgren Tied at 1 Skin Low-Net: Bill Barron - 60 Low-Gross: John Jackson - 81 Birds: John Jackson - 2 Ron Doncouse, Joe Pickett, Francis Hendrickson and Ray Curry - 1
L to R: Bill Barron, Francis Hendrickson, John Colgren, Ray Curry, John Jackson, Joe Pickett and Ron Doncouse.
Wednesday, December 30, 2015 Course: Sandpiper Palms-Oaks 1st: Cau Huynh - 2 Skins 2nd: Paul Swakow, Frank Harvey, John Colgren and Bob Mizack Tied at 1 Skin Low-Net: Cau Huynh and Norm Taylor - Tied at 62 Low-Gross: John Jackson - 78 Birds: John Jackson - 3 Paul Swakow and Cau Huynh - 2 Bob Harris and Bob Mizack - 1
Renaissance Men
Monday, December 21, 2015 Three on Odd, Two on Even 1st: Steve Lockom, Rick Goodus, Mike Starrett, Rich Ricca Monday, December 28, 2015 Pick Your Partner Scramble 1st Flight 1: Rick Goodus, Jerry Osborne 1st Flight 2: Paul Baskwell, Rich Ricca Monday, January 4, 2016 Team Quota Points 1st: Chul Kim, Mike Starrett, Bob Noelte Monday, January 11, 2016 Two Best Balls of Four 1st: Dave Liehr, Jim Johnson, Terry Collum, John Richards
Ladies
Tuesday, December 22, 2015 Pick Your Partner Scramble 1st: Kathy Lawrence, Jan Huber Tuesday, December 29, 2015 Individual Low Net 1st Flight 1: Jan Huber 1st Flight 2: Ilene Davidoff 1st Flight 3: Stacia Connors Tuesday, January 5, 2016 Pick Your Partner (Modified Alternate Shot) 1st Flight 1: Jan Huber, Diane McPherson 1st Flight 2: Nancy Birkett, Kathy Sprowl Tuesday, January 12, 2016 Team Quota Points 1st: Ruth Kramer, Maggie Jaccoi, Deloris Durm, Mary Ann Harmon
Couples
Back L to R: Norm Taylor, Paul Swakow, John Jackson, Frank Harvey, Bob Harris and Bob Mizack. Front L to R: Cau Huynh and John Colgren.
Saturday, January 2, 2016 Course: Falcon Watch Challenge-Sands 1st: Walt Weldon, Francis Hendrickson and Doug McFaul Tied at 3 Skins 2nd: Wilf Pennell - 1 Skin Low-Net: Walt Weldon - 67 Low-Gross: Walt Weldon - 75 Birds: Dan Stephens - 2 Wilf Pennell, Walt Weldon and Doug McFaul - 1
Friday, January 8, 2016 Best Ball of 2 (Net) 1st Flight 1: Don Faron, Erma Faron 1st Flight 2: John Durm, Deloris Durm
Scepter Men
Wednesday, December 23, 2015 Two Best Balls of Four 1st: Jim Betts, Bill Kuhn, Chuck Weir, Paul Kuzman Wednesday, December 30, 2015 Low Gross/Low Net 1st Flight 1 Gross Tie: Wayne Stebbins, Bill Yucuis Net Phil Lemasters 1st Flight 2 Gross: Fletcher Wason, Net Nick Spagnuolo 1st Flight 3 Gross: Monroe Hatch Net Bill Humes Wednesday, January 6, 2016 Tow Best Balls of Four 1st: Jim Betts, Jerry DeCarbo, Joel Marquis, Bob Murman
Eighteen Hole Ladies
L to R: Walt Weldon, Wilf Pennell, Dan Stephens, Francis Hendrickson and Doug McFaul.
February 2016
Tuesday, December 22, 2015 Best Nine 1st Flight 1: Judy Fenwick
Eighteen Hole Ladies
Friday, January 8, 2016 Low Net Tied 1st: Joy Dunn/Kathy Payne Sandpiper Member Bill Sherrick drains a 30 footer.
1st Flight 2: Debbie Lester 1st Flight 3: Joan Richardson 1st Flight 4: Kris Wells 1st Flight 5: Linda Suh Tuesday, December 29, 2015 2 Best Balls(1 Gross + 1 Net) 1st: Fern Duval, Linda Sheldon, Carolyn Clark, Linda Suh Tuesday, January 5, 2016 Two Best Balls Quota Points 1st: Linda Murray, Linda Belanger, Linda Sheldon, Pat Head
Nine Hole Ladies
Tuesday, December 29, 2015 Individual Low Net 1st: Barb Meyer Tuesday, January 5, 2016 Individual Low Net 1st: Barb Meyer
Sandpiper Men
Thursday, December 17, 2015 Three Best Balls of Four (1 Gross, 2 Net) 1st: Vince Pater, Dieter Quitsch, Dick Mooney, Floyd Harris Thursday, December 24, 2015 Individual Low Net 1st Flight A: Gerry Montminy 1st Flight B: Ron Pelow 1st Flight C: Jim Fischer Thursday, December 31, 2015 Scramble 1st: Alex Trevino, Les Easton, Gerry Montminy, John Price Thursday, January 7, 2016 Two Best Balls of Four 1st Tie: Dave Ransbury, Jerry Monnot, Floyd Harris, Jim Cosgrove 1st Tie: Harold Geldbach, Dick Mooney, Wayne Zellers, David Abounader
Play it Forward
Tuesday, December 29, 2015 Low Putts 1st: Wayne Zellers Tuesday, January 12, 2016 Individual Low Net 1st: Jim Fischer
Falcon Watch Men
Wednesday, December 23, 2015 One BB on Odd – Two BB on Even 1st: Bob Condon/Bill Meier/Vince Pirone/Chris Stricker Wednesday, December 30, 2015 Scramble 1st: Marvin Barnes/Bob Ewing/Hank Smythe/Chris Stricker Wednesday, January 6, 2016 Low Gross/Three Low Net Flight 1 Low Gross 1st: Vid Valiusaitis Low Net 1st: Joe Spaziano Flight 2 Low Gross 1st: Norm Noggle Low Net 1st: Bob Bryan Wednesday, January 13, 2016 Two BB on 3 & 4 – One BB on 5 1st: Bob Ewing/Sammy Samuelson/ Bob Bryan
Nine Hole Ladies
Friday, Decemver 18, 2015 Low Gross/Low Net Low Gross: Emma Gadd Low Net: Terry Wynne Friday, January 1, 2016 Low Gross/Low Net Low Gross 1st: Emma Gadd Low Net 1st: Terry Wynne Friday, January 8, 2016 Low Gross/Low Net Low Gross 1st: Jane Fischer Low Net 1st: Lorraine Rings
Play It Forward - Falcon Watch
Tuesday, December 22, 2015 Low Gross/ Low Net Low Gross 1st: Wayne Zellers Low Net 1st: Vince Pater Tuesday, January 5, 2016 Low Gross/ Low Net Low Gross 1st: Armand DeLuca Low Net 1st: Jim Fischer
Caloosa Golf & Country Club Thursday, December 17, 2015 Devine Results Scramble Players: 21 1st: John Mc Dougall, Max Cook & Jack Morton 68 Tie: Chuck Schindler, John Franks & Russ Rowe Tie: Dick Lanese & Ron Jewell 4th: John Kirkland, Don Johnson & Jon Lehr 70 5th: John Pelkowski, Roland Laprade & Bob Oler 71 Tuesday, December 22, 2015 BG's Results One Best Ball Players: 21 1st: Jock Morgan , Max Cook & Roy Long 18 Tie: Russ Stutz & Bob Brown Tie: Dick Lanese & Gene Johnson 4th: David Lickfeltd & Ron Jewell 16 5th: Bob Jacobs, Bob Oler & Don Johnson 15 Tie: John Pelkowski, Jim Sherburne & Noel Kohn Scores: Russ Stutz 88 John Pelkowski 83 Bob Jacobs 84 Jim Sherburne 87 Jock Morgan 89 Birds: Pat Bauer #12 3 for 2 Gene Johnson #13 2 for 1 Jack Morton #17 2 for 1 Max Cook #18 4 for 3 Thursday, December 24, 2015 Devine Results One Best Ball @ Least Players: 17 1st: Jim Sherburne & Bob Oler 29 2nd: Maynard Stebler, Dick Lanese & Don Johnson 27 3rd: John Franks, Max Cook & Roy Long 22
See Caloosa on page 21.
February 2016 Caloosa from page 20. 4th: Bob Jacobs , David Lickfeltd & John Kirkland 20 5th: Chuck Schindler, Pat Bauer & Jack Morton 18 Scores: Bob Jacobs 84 Maynard Stebler 84 Jim Sherburne 85 John Kirkland 87 Chuck Schindler 87 David Lickfeldt 88 Birds: John Kirkland #6 4 for 3 Noel Kohn #13 2 for 1 Bob Oler #15 3 for 1 Tuesday, December 29, 2015 BG's Results One Best Ball Players: 20 1st: Russ Stutz 18 2nd: Dick Lanese & Roy Long 17 Tie: Bob Jacobs, Don Johnson & Gene Johnson 4th: John Pelkowski, David Lickfeldt & Noel Kohn 15 5th: John Franks, Max Cook & Ron Jewell 13 Tie: Jock Morgan, Jack Morton & Tom Jones Score: Bob Jacobs 78 John Mc Dougall 83 Russ Stutz 85 Tom Jones 89 John Franks 89 Max Cook 89 Birds: Tom Jones #6 4 for 3 John Pelkowski #13 2 for 1 John Franks #14 3 for 2 Thursday, December 31, 2015 Devine Results One Best Ball @ Least Players: 25 1st: Roland Laprade, Dick Lanese & Gene Johnson 30 Tie: Bob Jacobs, David Lickfeldt & Don Johnson 3rd: John Mc Dougall, Bill Noyes, Jim Sherburne & Bob Oler 29
The News of Sun City Center 4th: John Pelkowski, Cliff Korn & Ron Jewell 26 5th: Russ Stutz, Tom Jones & Noel Kohn 24 Scores: Russ Stutz 84 Bob Jacobs 84 John Mc Dougall 85 John Pelkowski 86 Roland Laprade 87 Max Cook 87 Bill Noyes 88 Maynard Stebler 89 Birds: Russ Stutz #16 3 for 2 Tom Jones #16 3 for 2
Nifty Niners Ladies Thursday, January 7, 2016 Falcon Watch Challenge Best Ball Scramble Two Teams Tied for 1st with 34 Mary Winter, Nancy Manning, Judy Botts & Bev Buteau Barbara Laino, Sue Watkins, Laura Schwandner & Karen Crippen Two Teams Tied for 2nd Mary (F) McClafferty, Kathy Morrison, Jan Petrides & Ronni Anderson Lorraine Rings, Anna Simandl, Cindy Vellante & Janet Brown Thursday, December 17, 2015 Falcon Watch Challenge Game: Low Putts Winner #1 with 13 putts Lynn Byrne Three Tied for 2nd with 14 Sally Repetti, Jane Maasen & Lorraine Rings Winner #3 with 15 Mary McClafferty (F) Two Tied for 4th with16 Maureen O'Brien Mary Winter
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HOLE IN ONE Ron Doncouse
1-9-16 Course: Falcon Watch - Cypress Hole: #8 Yardage: 126 Club used: 7 Iron Witnessed by: Doug Banning, Francis Hendrickson and Ryan Townsend
Bill Stoces
12-16-15 Course: Falcon Watch - Sands Hole: #7 Yardage: 125 Club used: 9 Iron Witnessed by: Jim Kubiak and Ray Parisen
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Men’s Triples Champions (left to right) Bob Fladung, Bob Ferguson and Ray Turman. This year’s Memorial Triples Tournament winners (left to right) Fred Kahlhammer, Ava Casper and Ben Caudill.
SCC Lawn Bowling, Memorial Tournament Results Recently, the Sun City Center Lawn Bowling Club’s 2015 Memorial Triples Tournament was run over four days in a single knockout format. Thirteen teams began the tournament and on the fourth day, the two remaining teams played in a final match. The team of Joe Mignogna (skip), Dick
Lane (vice) and Corry McClellan (lead) played Ben Caudill (skip), Fred Kahlhammer (vice) and Ava Casper (lead). After the last bowl was rolled, it was Ben Caudill’s team with the win. See all the tournament results and learn more about lawn bowling at “www. suncitycenterlbc.com”.
Men’s Triples Tournament Winners The Pebble Beach Lawn Bowling Club’s triples tournament saw ten teams competing for the title in this annual event. On the final day of single knockout play, it was the team of Bob Mendrala (skip), Howard Baker (vice) and Jim Ferguson (lead) up against Bob Ferguson (skip), Bob Fladung (vice) and Ray Turman (lead). Team Mendrala had trouble holding off the opposition and after 16 ends, the Bob Ferguson team
came out on top. The members of the Pebble Beach division of the SCC Lawn Bowling Club are affiliated with Bowls USA, which governs the sport of bowls, nationally. As such, “Pebble Beachers” can compete in out-of-club tournaments in Florida as well as divisional and national events. For more information about the sport of lawn bowls, visit www.suncitycenterlbc. com andwww.bowlsusa.us
SCC Volleyball Club Starts ‘15·’16 Season with Elections of Officers and a Party
New officers: Karen Sutton, Sue Baker, Nan Mc Namara, Nancy DeWilde and Kim Rouch.
After three years as President, Joe Polomski stepped down as President of the SCC Volleyball Club. Nancy DeWilde, long-time Treasurer, presented Joe with a parting gift and stepped into his role at the November party. Other new officers include: Sue Baker, VP Activities Director; Karen Sutton, Treasurer, and Kim Rouch, Secretary. Nan McNamara returned to her role as Public Relations Director and selfappointed Director of Public Safety.
James West, is offering lessons for new players who may like to join the club or current members who wish to improve their skills. Dues are only $10 per year and the group meets Mon./Wed./Sat. from 9 to 11 a.m., at the two volleyball courts located the South Campus behind Community Hall, Try us two or three times free, then join up for exercise, fun and friendship. Call Nancy De Wilde at 813-633-5795 for more information.
Pictured: Edna Carlin, Jackie Goding, Debbie Zieg. Standing L to R: Helene Peterson, Jean Bartell, Rolande Poulin, Nancy Williams, Elaine Davis, Mary Huntington, Petra Stimmel, Sue Smith, Linda Smith, Cleta Clark, Pat Iacurci, Kathy Shaefer, Dee Kelly and YongSun Hodge.
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The Sun City Center CTC held their semi annual membership meeting and luncheon on January 5, 2016 at the Lawn Bowling (Eberhardt) Meeting Room. After the meeting and lunch, members enjoyed cupcakes consisting of the team colors made by local baker Nanette Leggett of Pleasin’ Delites.
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Higgins and Casper Take Ladies Pairs Title
The Suncoasters (ladies) L awn Bowling Club held its annual Pairs tournament recently. By the end of the third day of single knockout play, four teams had been eliminated leaving Chris Heller (skip) and Cassie Krowl up against Cindy Higgins (skip) and Ava Casper. It was a very exciting, close match that was decided by the last bowl in the final 16th end. The Higgins/Casper team prevailed and are the 2016 Suncoasters Pairs Champions.
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NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS
L to R: Cindy Higgins and Ava Casper, the 2016 Ladies Pairs Champions.
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$ The Duplicate Bridge Association of Sun City Center enjoyed a successful 2015 with many additional new games, classes, events and welcomed many new members. January 2 marked the beginning of the club’s New Year with a new 0-99 point game held in the Caper Room. Congratulations to Heather Trivus and Sue Epple for their 72.32% score in that new game, a first for both of them. January 2 also marked the monthly birthday party celebrating January birthdays. Celebrating birthdays were
Priscilla Senecal, Carole Maddaloni, Heather Trivus and Martha Lower. The February birthday celebration will be held on February 6 in the Horizon Room prior to the game. There will be a Sunday Silver point, StaC Swiss team game held in the Horizon room on February 14. Appetizers at noon, game begins at 1 p.m. The new classes for 2016 have begun. Come join us and learn what fun duplicate bridge can be. For more details please check the website at “www. sunccbridge.com”.
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Military News Local MOWW Member Visits Judge Scionti’s Tampa Courtroom
By B. F. Kepley, CAPT USN (Ret), Military Correspondent Vern Elarth, a Sun City Center Military Order of the World Wars (MOWW) companion and his wife Jane were invited by The Honorable Michael J. Scionti, Circuit Court Judge and also a MOWW companion, to visit his courtroom. They drove to the courthouse in Tampa, FL and met Judge Scionti in his office for coffee prior to the morning courtroom session. Judge Scionti is assigned to the Family Law Division, so the morning session dealt with some 25 cases involving divorces, paternity claims and name changes. The Elarths said the visit was very interesting as well as enlightening. Judge Scionti is also a Lt. Col. in the U.S. Army reserves and currently serves with the JAG Corps in a civil affairs assignment. In his previous Army assignments, he has L to R: Vern Elarth, Jane Elarth and Judge served in both Iraq and Afghanistan. Scionti.
SCC Annual Veterans Dance
By B. F. Kepley, CAPT USN (Ret), Military Correspondent The Annual Veterans Dance, sponsored by the combined Sun City Center Veterans Organizations, will be held on Saturday, March 5 at the Florida Room in the North Side Atrium. All Veterans and friends are welcome to attend. A social hour with appetizers will start at 5 p.m. and a three-entrée buffet (chicken, pork & fish) by Banquet Masters with their famous dessert bar will follow at 6 p.m. The program will be a mix of patriotism and casual (South of the border theme). No shorts or flipflops please. BYOB and setups; glasses and ice will be provided. There will be both a 50/50 and “Happy Hour Basket” raffle. The cost is $26 per person. Contact persons: American Legion (634-7777), Leathernecks (634-6707), MOAA (260-3257), DAV (634-1761), Silver Osprey Squadron (260-3221), and MOWW (633-1063). For general ticket sales (260-3221) email “sccveteransdance@aol.com”. Checks should be made payable to “American Legion Post 246.”
Silvery Osprey News
By Roger Kennicutt, Cdr, USN(ret) Lockheed Martin AC-130J Ghostrider gunship subject of Silver Osprey luncheon speaker, Friday, February 12, 2016. Silver Osprey’s hosts SOCOM’s LtCol Jeffery R LaFleur who will brief the group on the newly up graded AC130 J Ghostrider gunship. According to FlightGlobal.com, the “AC-130 Ghostrider gunship is derived from the MC-130J Commando II tanker-transport type, designed to replace the 37 legacy AC-130 Spectre, Spooky and Stinger II gunships with a commensurate number of aircraft in a single configuration.” One of the major additions is the large, 105 mm cannon. LtCol LaFleur, is the Materiel Leader, Integrated Strike Programs, Special Operations Forces, Acquisition, Technology and Logistics, Head Quarters, United States Special Operations Command, MacDill AFB, FL. Prior to his current assignment, Lt Col LaFleur was the Development Program Manager, Strategic Combat Systems, Air Force Rapid Capabilities Office, Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, D.C. Lt Col LaFleur is an Experimental Flight Test Engineer with over 350 hours in more than 35 types of aircraft. The Silver Osprey Squadron #64 is a chapter of the Association of Naval Aviation. Our luncheons are open to all members of the community who support the military and are interested in military aviation. The luncheon will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, February 12, 2016. We meet in the Plaza Club located at Freedom Plaza. Reservation must be received by Wednesday, February 10. $17 per person for non-members and $14 for members. Make check out to Silver Osprey Squadron and mail to Mr. Tom Harding, 309 Noble Faire, Sun City Center, 33573. If you wish information on membership, please email tkennicutt@aol.com, Roger Kennicutt, Cdr, USN(ret), Commanding Officer. Membership is open to all who are interested in military aviation.
Command Sgt Major Tom Smith USA (Ret) Addresses MOAA
By B. F. Kepley, CAPT USN (Ret), Military Correspondent Command Sgt. Major Tom Smith was the featured speaker at the local chapter of the Military Officers Association of America luncheon on Wednesday, January 6, 2016, at the North Side Atrium Bldg. Sgt Major Tom Smith joined the Army in Oct 1976 and came onto active duty on 1 March, 1977. He graduated from the Special Forces Qualification Course in Jan 1978 as a Weapons SGT and was assigned to ODA 525, 5th Special Forces Group, at Ft. Bragg NC. He L to R: Charles Conover, President, SCC cross-trained to become a Special Forces MOAA Chapter; Command Sgt Major Communications SGT and continued Tom Smith, USAF (Ret). serving in Special Forces and Intelligence areas at numerous commands. Tom was selected as the Senior Enlisted Leader for Special Operations Command, Pacific and was subsequently selected to serve as the Senior Enlisted Leader for the United States Special Operations Command, at MacDill AFB, FL where he retired after serving in that position for 5.5 years and after 35 years of service. The Sgt. Major’s presentation topic was an overview of the United States Special Operations Command and the Special Operations Forces under its command. He also discussed the Enlisted Education program that he initiated, helped develop, and ran a part of for a few years. The presentation was very informative and well received by the MOAA members.
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L to R: Nancy Alguire, President, MFST; Evelyn Lunsford; Colin Howgill, Chairman, Board of Trustees.
MFST Appoints Evelyn Lunsford as Trustee
By B. F. Kepley, CAPT USN (Ret), Military Correspondent The Military Family Support Trust (MFST) recently appointed Evelyn Lunsford as a new Trustee. Evelyn was born in Washington D.C. and spent most of her life in the nearby Maryland suburbs where she attended the University of Maryland/ University College and raised her family. In 1996 she retired from the Prince George’s County Department of Environmental Resources, where she had served as an Associate Director. Moving to Sun City Center in 2000, Evelyn quickly caught on to the volunteer spirit that is so prevalent here and has been involved with numerous groups. She has served as Chairman of the Board of Trustees for South Bay Hospital, as a Trustee for the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay, and as Chairman of its local Council in South Hillsborough County. She is currently Director of the Sun City Center Woman’s Club. Evelyn replaces Thom Brown, who resigned due to health considerations. As a Trustee Thom was involved in the MFST scholarship program and did a superb job. MFST will miss his significant contributions.
By B. F. Kepley, CAPT USN (Ret), Military Correspondent Lieutenant Commander John Glynn USN (Ret) was the featured speaker at the Military Order of the World Wars (MOWW) luncheon Thursday, December 17, 2015. The luncheon took take place at the Freedom Plaza Club in Sun City Center. LCDR Glynn is a retired Naval Officer with 24 years service and 23 years federal civilian service, retiring in May 2009 as a District Director for the United States Department of Homeland Security, a Federal Protective Service. John is the author of ‘His Sacred Honor, Judge Richard Stockton, A Signer of the Declaration of Independence’ and ‘Commodore Robert F. Stockton, An American Naval Hero’ (war of 1812 ancestor); with published articles in the US and Scotland; Historian; and Lecturer on the American Declaration of Independence and The Declaration of Arbroath, the Scottish Declaration of Independence, in the United States and Scotland. LCDR Glynn gave a presentation on a topic that is important to all Americans—Homeland Security.
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FAITH & service Interfaith Council Supports SCC Median Improvements
By Jay Sparkman. Linda Atkins, a volunteer at the Nearly New Shop, presents a Sun City Center grant check in the amount of $5,000 to Ed Barnes, chairman of the Median Improvement Committee, as Joe Elam, left, and Sam Sudman, SCCCA Directors, look on. The grant will be used in landscaping the Pebble Beach Blvd. medians once Minto, Inc. no longer maintains the medians. The Interfaith Council uses monies from the sale of donated goods to fund grants and scholarships in South Hillsborough County. For more information, visit “SunCityCenterInterfaithCouncil.com” or call 813-642-9099.
Tristan Rhodes, Renowned Organist To Perform at UCC
On Thursday, February 4, 2016, at 7 p.m., renowned organist Tristan Rhodes will perform a concert of classical and contemporary organ music at United Community Church, 1501 La Jolla Ave, Sun City Center. Mr. Rhodes attended Peabody Conservatory of Music and Westminster Choir College and received an artist diploma in conducting from the Internationale Akademie des Mozarteums, Salzburg, Austria. In his long career he created and built Offertories Musicum Choir of Washington, DC and National Boychoir of America. He had a distinguished career as an instrumental and choral conductor, chamber musician, coach, composer, and solo pianist and organist. He recently relocated to the Tampa Bay area and is currently the organist and master of choristers at the 3,000-member Sacred Heart Parish in Bradenton. The concert is free and open to the public. A freewill offering will be taken with all proceeds benefiting UCC’s music program.
Breakfast & Bingo at Community Hall on Saturday, March 5
It’s time again for The Hope Fund’s semi-annual Breakfast & Bingo (B&B)! On Sat., March 5 from 8:30 to 11 a.m., come to Community Hall on South Pebble Beach Boulevard in SCC to enjoy another B&B. The admission price is only $7 for a large omelet with your choice of fillings, a bagel with cream cheese or a doughnut, orange juice, coffee or tea. You will go through the line with ease! Bingo begins at 9:30. Bingo cards cost $1 each. Play for cash prizes! Tickets are available at the door. Everyone is welcome. The Hope Fund is a 501(c)(3) organization made up entirely of volunteers who are dedicated to improving the lives of at-risk children who live in Wimauma and attend the after-school programs at Bethune Park. The children have a safe place to go after school. Along with a volunteer Board, The Hope Fund consists of volunteers from SCC, including King’s Point, who generously give of their time to help the kids. They volunteer for one hour a week as tutors, mentors, readers and reading instructors. There is a running program called The Mighty Milers (formerly Marathon Kids) to promote good exercise habits, and there are art classes which encourage the children’s creative side. There is a computer lab. The Fund also runs a Kids’ Café, which provides healthy snacks after school. Holiday parties, and field trips are part of the activities. There is a sex and drug education program and mentoring and tutoring for older children. Programs include chess, a health class and counseling on nutrition, family life, self esteem, and first aid. Tuition is charged to help finance the programs. The Hope Fund provides 99% of the families with financial assistance. For further information about The Hope Fund and/or Breakfast & Bingo, to volunteer to work with the kids for one hour a week, or to give a tax-deductible donation, call Robi Jackson at 634-3980 or Carla Miles at 634-4268. More information about The Hope Fund may be found at the Fund’s website at www. the-hope-fund.org. We hope to see you on March 5!
Trinity Women’s Fellowship
The Trinity Women’s Fellowship (TWF) meets the third Tuesday of each month at 12 noon in the church Fellowship Hall unless otherwise announced. There are light lunches with interesting programs of special interest to women. The February 16 program will be “Celebrating Crafts and Clubs” with desserts prepared by our men. The March 15 program will be at the Cypress Creek Golf Club Restaurant with Janet Smith speaking on the “House of Hope” residence for former female inmates. Trinity Baptist Church is located at 702 West Del Webb Blvd, Sun City Center. For information about TWF check the website at www.trinitybaptistscc.com or call 813-634-4228.
A Santa “Listening Tour”
By Sam Sudman Four-year-old Alexis gave Santa’s customary question very careful consideration when the gent from the North Pole (aka Walt Cawein, president of the SCC Charitable Foundation) made a visit to a Sun City Center home as part of his 2015 “listening tour”. The Foundation, which focuses its efforts in and around the retirement community, for and about area residents, conducted Operation Santa Claus in December, its aim to raise $10,000 in order to provide a “magical Christmas” for a number of deserving migrant families in the Wimauma vicinity. Meanwhile, Alexis, whose great grandparents are SCC residents, confided some valuable hints about contemporary sugar plum dreams...both for Santa and for her family. To support this and other Foundation efforts, donations can be made by credit card or by mail through the foundation website, www.charitablefoundationscc.org.
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Photo by Paula Connors 2016 Board Members of the Trinity Women’s Fellowship of Trinity Baptist Church, Sun City Center - 1st row L to R - Officers: Ellen Thomas, President; Aileen Engel, Vice President; Linda Church, Secretary; Marge Weber, Treasurer; and Darlene Millican. Back row L to R - Edith Blaszczak, Polly Schafer, Irene Banning, Nina Stewart, Patti Hillman, Karen Springer, Gail Long, Gerry Harding, Sandy Hooks. Not pictured are: Betty Harker, Audrey Harper, Linda Maslyk, Bobbie Sagraves and Nancy Williams.
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Redeemer Lutheran Women to Meet
The women’s organization of Redeemer Lutheran Church (Women of the ELCA) will meet on Wednesday, February 17 beginning at 9:30 a.m. with refreshments. The program, starting at 10 a.m., will be a presentation by Mr. Tony Espino on the Panama Canal and the changes taking place that will impact shipping worldwide. Mr. Espino, a native of Panama, worked over 20 years for the Canal organization where he held several top management positions in the financial field. The last eight years prior to his retirement he was appointed by the UN as Finance Director for the International Atomic Energy Agency in Vienna. He now resides in Sun City Center and is on the Board of the International Forum. Everyone is cordially invited to attend. For more information, call 813-634-1292
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Beth Israel Sisterhood Announces Program Meeting
Please join us on Tuesday, February 2, 2016 at Temple Beth Israel, 1115 Del Webb Blvd. E, Sun City Center at 1 p.m. as Beth Israel Sisterhood features guest speaker Dr. Michael Caruso at our monthly meeting. Dr. Caruso, a board certified Dermatologist, is a physician at The Skin Cancer Centers Dermatology Associates which is the longest practicing Dermatology office in the Sun City Center area. Dr. Caruso will be speaking on skin cancer prevention, detection and treatment. This is something that affects all of us living in the Florida area and should be a most informative program. The program is open to the public. Refreshments will be served. For additional information please contact sisterhood@jcscc.org.
Beth Israel Announces Annual Rummage Sale
The annual Beth Israel Rummage Sale will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2016 from 8 am to 2 pm. As always there will be a large selection of high quality clothing, bedding, home goods and specialty items. As an added bonus, we will have excellent quality fashion jewelry at unbelievable prices for sale outside the temple. Beth Israel is located at 1115 Del Webb Blvd. E in Sun City Center. If you have items to donate we will be happy to accept those on Sunday, Feb. 14 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. or on Monday, Feb. 15 from 9 am to 3 p.m. For additional information contact “sisterhood@jcscc.org”.
Christian Women’s Connection Goes Wild
We have a special treat in store for you at our luncheon on Thursday, February 11 at Club Renaissance, 2121 South Pebble Beach Blvd., Sun City Center. Bonnie Wild of “Accessories Gone Wild” will have all of her latest scarves, jewelry, handbags, etc. to show us and inspirational speaker Kelly Stigliano will talk about “Messy Places.” Delicious chicken picatta will be served or you may select the alternate chicken caesar salad when you make your reservation. Price is $17 inclusive. Seating begins at 11 a.m. with meal and program from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Please make your reservations or cancellations before noon on Monday, February 8 by contacting Gail Green at 813-634-2159 or “rgreen01@tampabay.rr.com” or Pat Butler at 813-938-4320.
Calling All Sweethearts
By Rosie Clifton Everyone is invited to a Vow Renewal Celebration at 4 p.m. on February 14, Valentine’s Day. The ceremony and reception will take place at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church in Sun City Center. After a short renewal service in the sanctuary, there will follow snacks and dancing in Fellowship Hall. To reserve your spot, please call the church office at 634-1252. St. Andrew is located at 1239 Del Webb Blvd. West.
SCC Lions Club Donations
The Lions meet the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at the Sandpiper Grille, 1702 South Pebble Beach Boulevard, 11 a.m. All are welcome to come visit, and see what the Lions are all about. If you have any questions, please call Lions Gloria Rodzielowicz at 419-4187 or Ellen & Terry McGovern at 633-4202. Scout Troop 204 receiving check from Pres. Gloria Rodzielowicz, SCC Lions Club, which will enable scouts to purchase tents for their camping trips. Recently, the Sun City Center Lions Club made a donation of $500 to My Warriors Place. The money will go towards the building of a ramp into one of the buildings on the grounds at My Warriors Place. The Lions, in recent months, have also donated to Good Samaritan Mission, Reddicks Elementary School, Wimauma Elementary School, and Boy Scouts Troop 204, which meets at the United Methodist Church in Sun City Center.
Haven of Hope Faith Based Transition Home
In D e c e mb e r, f r i e nd s and volunteers gathered at the new Haven of Hope transition home for women in Ruskin to dedicate the facility to God’s service. Volunteer C h apl i n , Mi ke Gre e nwo o d , delivered a devotional, Senator Ronda Storms offered remarks on the importance of such a facility, and Pastor Bill Smith lead the Dedication service. Haven of Hope is a non-profit, faith based support program for inmates recently released from incarceration. The mission is to minister to women whose lives have been devastated by crime, drugs, and alcohol in order to help them get on their feet during the critical time following their release from prison. Board of Directors include Janet Smith, President, Michael Jalazo, Vice President and John Persinger, Treasurer.
Interfaith Council – We Thank You Again
The Interfaith Council has once again provided Our Lady’s Pantry with a gift of $10,000 to purchase food for those in need. As many of you know, the monies donated by The Interfaith Council come directly from The Nearly New Shop in Sun City Center. Every time you take your treasures to The Nearly New Shop – or purchase something from this thrift shop – you are making a contribution to one of the nonprofit organizations in our community. Our Lady’s Pantry is one of many recipients. “The Interfaith Council has been supporting the Pantry for years,” says Tom Bullaro, co-director of the Pantry along with his wife, Anita. “One year they provided us with funds for our truck, which we use to haul food from Feeding America Tampa Bay. This year we are using this entire gift of $10,000 for food. We appreciate this gift so much!” Our Lady’s Pantry is located behind the classroom building on the far right-hand corner of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Migrant Mission at: 16650 U.S. Highway 301, South; Wimauma, Fl. 33598. To learn more about the Pantry, please visit us at: www.OurLadysPantry.com
Interfaith Council Supports Mission Smiles Clinic
By Jay Sparkman Kathy McGartland, right, Director of Volunteers with Mission Smiles Clinic, accepts a $10,000 grant check from Nancy Majorki, a member of the Sun City Center Interfaith Council grants committee and Nearly New Shop volunteer. The Interfaith Council grant will help the mobile dental clinic provide free dental care to needy children and adults in the South Hillsborough area. The next period for submitting grant applications begins January 1 and ends January 31, 2016. Information is available at “InterfaithCouncilofSunCityCenter.com” or by calling 813-642-9099.
Large Rummage Sale – Sun City Center
Redeemer Lutheran Church located at 701 Valley Forge Blvd., Sun City Center will hold their 9th annual Rummage Sale on Friday, February 5 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Saturday, February 6th from 8 to 11:30 a.m. Lots of household items, clothing, jewelry, and baked goods have been donated for the sale. Crafts and collectibles will also be available. In the picture Angela Grill, Jane Trefren, Tina Schwartz, JoAnne Owens, and Dorothy Paulson are shown standing in front of a rack of clothing recently organized. For more information, call (813) 634-1292.
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It’s All About Cattitude: A Feline Behavior Presentation Join Cat Lovers Club on Wednesday, Feb 10, 2016 from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. in the Armstrong Room for a presentation by Conni Borwick who will be addressing feline behavior. Conni is the owner of Pawsitively Obedient Behavior. She is currently studying for her Master’s Degree in Behavior Analysis and works with 30 area veterinarians to address animal issues. Conni will address common cat problems including: litter box issues, cat-to-cat aggression, cat/human aggression. Bring your questions to the presentation or email Conni at “cbdogs@verizon.net” prior to her presentation and she will address it during the presentation! We are requesting that everyone bring a donation of cat food for the “Feed the Tuna Chest” that will be distributed to low-income pet owners.
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C.A.R.E. is an all-volunteer, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization (59-3678003) registered with the FL Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, No. CH14526. The shelter is funded solely through donations, adoptions, spay/neuter fees, fundraisers, and small grants. For more information, volunteer opportunities or donations, please visit our website (careshelter.org) or give us a call 813-645-2273. We are very grateful for your support. C.A.R.E. is open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday through Saturday. For directions visit www.CareShelter.org or call 813-645-2273.
Wyatt is an extremely handsome 12-year-old Cattle Dog mix, with a soft huggable coat of red with splashes of white and black. Wyatt loves to play with squeaky toys, wade in the doggie pool, chase squirrels and play fetch. He also enjoys interactive games, such as clowning for the camera, if only to prove to everyone what how very photogenic he is! Wyatt loves people, but is not fond of other dogs, particularly male dogs. His ideal forever home would be with an active, dog-experienced family in which he would be the only dog. Wyatt would also be a great companion to a young adult who enjoys a lot of outdoor activity! Wyatt knows all of his basic commands and is extremely interactive and loving with all of the volunteers. He has been neutered, microchipped, is current on his shots. DOB: April 1, 2011.
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