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Get Ready for FunFest Submitted by Phyllis Hodges On March 16, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Community Association Central Campus, N. Pebble Beach Blvd., will be rocking with FunFest 2013. Admission is free and it’s open to the public. This is the day we showcase the Sun City Center lifestyle! Five to six thousand people flood the campus each year to enjoy the entertainment, exhibits and food. “We chose the theme FunFest Goes Glam and are planning some fun things that reflect a spirit of glamour. For example, we plan to have a photo op station where you can have your picture taken with famous stars. Wear your bling and you will fit right in,” said Susan Muise, FunFest chair. Shuttle Service/Parking To avoid a parking hassle at the FunFest site, park at Community Hall on S. Pebble Beach and ride buses that will be making continuous loops throughout the day. The free transportation starts
Following is the schedule at press time
Main Tent: THE DUKES (9:15 and 12:15 p.m.); ELVIS aka Bill Lindsey (10:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m.); SOLID GOLD (11:15 a.m. and 2:15 p.m.) “Let’s Dance” Tent: Music by Gari Jangraw (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.) Rollins Theatre: GermanAmerican Club Singers (10:30 a.m.), Performing Arts Club (11 a.m.), The Women’s Chorus (11:30 a.m.), SCC Men’s Chorus (12:15 p.m.), Swingers Square (1 p.m.), Comedy and Song with John Foster (1:45 p.m.) Florida Room: SCC Line Dance Club (9:15 a.m.); Country Cloggers (10 a.m.); Solo Line Dance Club (10:30 a.m.); Academy Ballroom Dance Club (11:15 a.m.); Wonders of Nature (12:15 and 1 p.m.) Pool Side: Front Porch Pickers (11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.) Lap Pool: Swim Dancers (11:30 a.m.) Arts and Crafts Center: Displays from C.A.R.E, Elmira’s Wildlife Refuge and C.A.R.E., (both all day)
Five to six thousand people flood the CA Central Campus each year to enjoy great food, entertainment, and displays by CA clubs and area businesses.
at 8:30 a.m. with the last bus departing FunFest at 3:30 p.m. If you’re driving, golf carts are the optimum way to go. Golf cart parking spaces will again be available at N. Pebble Beach and Cherry Hills, as well as on a blocked-off area of the North Course. The entrance to that N. Course parking area is directly in front of the Fitness Center. Sponsors Without our sponsors, this event would not be possible. Take the
opportunity to pick up valuable product and service information at their displays and tell them you appreciate their support. Health Fair Don’t miss the Health Fair! About 30 health care professionals will be offering information on health services and performing various tests in the Caper and Horizon rooms in the Atrium. Mobile units participating will be parked on the east side of the Atrium. Continued on Page 2
“Where in the World” Cruise Contest winners dish about their trip By Eddie Dixon In 2012 the News of Kings Point kicked off its inaugural “Where in the World is the News of Kings Point” contest. Residents were encouraged to snap photos of themselves in their travels holding an issue of the paper. The winner would receive a Caribbean cruise courtesy of our travel partners, Legendary Journeys. In the first few months we received two to three entries per month. Later, that number doubled. At the end of the year the News of Kings Point held a drawing to pick a winner. Joe and Shonnee Conery won the prize. Recently, we caught up with Joe Conery to chat with them about their trip and relive some of the best memories of their time on the sea. ED: So who are ya, and who were ya before? Joe Conery: “We moved from Wesley Chapel to Kings Point in December of 2008.” ED: Are you involved in any local clubs or groups, and what do you do in your free time? Joe Conery: “Shonnee takes advantage of many of the
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AUTHOR’S NOTE: I bet some of you reading this would love to cruise the Caribbean just like Joe and Shonnee. If so, then send us your own “Where in the World” photo. All you need to do is be someplace “not here” and snap a picture of yourself holding your favorite community newspaper, the News of Kings Point. See the official rules and regulations on our “Where in the World” photo collage page 6.”
Shonnee Conery
exercise and line dancing classes offered, and I enjoy the pools!” ED: So, tell us about your trip. Any favorite memories from the cruise? Joe Conery: “We went on our cruise this past December. It’s always nice being on board a cruise ship decorated for Joe Conery
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the Christmas holidays. They performed a special Christmas show in the theater with songs, Santa and a presentation by all the children that were sailing that week.” ED: You cruised the Western Caribbean. What were your ports of call, and did you have any favorite spots that stood out above the rest? Joe Conery: “We stopped in Key West, Grand Cayman and Ocho Rios Jamaica. Our favorite spots were both in Jamaica, Mystic Mountain and Dunns River Falls.” Continued on Page 3
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Food/Clubs/Community Group Participation Numerous clubs and community organizations will have representatives on hand to tell you all you want to know about their activities. Food offerings to suit all tastes are sponsored by CA clubs, and club displays and open rooms will be welcoming visitors with their wares and information.
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Entertainment Galore Judy Schings, who has arranged an extensive entertainment schedule, says that some favorites (THE DUKES and ELVIS) will be returning in the Main Tent. They will be joined by SOLID GOLD who will also be featured performers this year. MUSIC BY GARI will be in the Let’s Dance Tent by the Arts and Crafts Center. There will be space for dancing, so drop in. WONDERS
The Editor’s Corner
SCC Tax-Aide Celebrates 25 years of helping you with the Tax Man
Special to NOKP EDITOR’S NOTE: Hi friends. Given that April 15th is right around the corner I wanted to dedicate my column this month to telling you about a program that has been helping SCC residents keep on the right side of the IRS for a quarter century; and, if you need it, they are here to help this year as well. Here is who they are and what they do, courtesy of program coordinator, Marilyn Wilson. The Sun City Center Tax-Aide program will celebrate their 25th year doing free tax returns for the residents of the Greater Sun City Center area at the United Community Church at LaJolla Avenue and North Pebble Beach Boulevard. This AARP Foundation affiliate, with an all-volunteer staff of local residents, assisted more than 4,000 people during last year’s tax season! This remarkable total was accomplished by 37 Sun City Center volunteers who worked more than 3,000 hours at the United Community Church and the Ruskin Neighborhood Center preparing over 2,000 federal 1040 returns and assisting many shut-ins with their taxes. In addition, 24 Kings Point residents were trained in tax preparation law, filing procedure, and in efiling tax returns by computer and they efiled an additional 862 returns. Seven more volunteers arranged the appointments, greeted clients, and helped them identify records that would be needed to complete their tax returns. In setting up their schedule, the Tax Club used an all-day phone-in appointment plan at the United Community Church site so they could accommodate working people and those who have difficulty waiting for assistance. The volunteers filed over 1,900 returns, 98% of those 1040 returns by computer, a process that saves tax money, simplifies record-keeping, and speeds refunds.
Marilyn Wilson, the program local coordinator, advises everyone to bring photo ID and Social Security cards or Social Security statements for all persons, including dependents. Bring a copy of death certificate for any spouse deceased in 2012 or 2013. 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 gather information about the purchase date and purchase price of any stock, etc. sold in 2012. Be sure to bring an accurate list of any estimated tax payments you sent to the IRS. Bring your checkbook if you want any refund directly deposited to your bank account. We reserve the right to see the Social Security cards for all persons listed on the return before we provide service. 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 from February 1 - April 15 call 6343502. AARP free tax services are also provided at: Kings Point Clubhouse - 1900 Clubhouse Dr. - Kings Point Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays - 9 AM to 3 PM. Call (813) 938-8959 between 9 AM and 3 PM on MWF to make an appointment. Sun City Center Shut-ins and Lake Towers Residents Call 634-4200 for appointments. For more information about the AARP tax aide program in Sun City Center, call Marilyn Wilson at 633-5679. In Kings Point, you can call Pete O’Brien at 634-8108 for information. The Tax Club website is http:// mysite.verizon.net/resr3sdp/ scctaxaide/. Perhaps you would like to join in as a volunteer next year? Give Marilyn a call.
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SOLID GOLD will join THE DUKES and ELVIS in the Main Tent this year.
OF NATURE, always popular, will be in the Florida Room. Don’t miss exhibitions throughout the campus by other performers.
Performance locations and times will be listed in the schedule distributed by greeters on campus. Make sure FunFest 2013 is on your calendar and tell your friends. Come early so you don’t miss the 9:00 a.m. opening remarks by CA President Ed Barnes and FunFest Chair Susan Muise and the flag raising by the American Legion at the bandstand. For more information, call 813-633-3500.
Pebble Beach Pairs Champions
At the culmination of the Pebble Beach Club’s Pairs (the men’s club of the Sun City Center Lawn Bowling Club) event, two teams were left standing after a knock-out competition that ran over 4 days. They consisted of (Skip) Garry Higgins and (Vice) Jim Bittman who played against (Skip) Joe Dube and (Vice) Phil Griffin. The winners on the day were Joe and Phil,
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MarchPoem Submissions What the eye used to see...?? Written by Suzanne S. Austin-Hill
A thin line of miniature trees ? marks the end of the wide open ? space with a subtle finality;?? Home to invisible choirs of ? feathered creatures loudly ? announcing their plans for the? day in coded disharmony.?? Unencumbered, dawn’s glorious colors introduce themselves ? one-by-one to the sweet nothingness before me.?? Now only the sounds remain?? as the Monster? with the cement heart and body of cinder block and pressed wood ? stretches upward.??
Hiking up the waterfall. Continued from Page 1
ED: It’s been a rough few weeks for Carnival Cruise Line here recently. How was your experience and would you recommend Carnival to others? Joe Conery: “Yes. This was our second cruise on a Carnival ship. There is always lots of activities and entertainment.” ED: What ship were you on and, in addition to the Christmas theme, what were some other
memorable moments on the ship? Joe Conery: “We cruised on the Carnival Freedom. We enjoyed an indoor ‘snowfall’ of flakes made of soap that fell four decks from the top of the atrium while we were singing Christmas carols.” ED: Good deal. Thanks Joe, and thanks as well to you and Shonnee for sending in these great pictures for all of us to enjoy.
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SCC welcomes new deputy Jason Castillo recently transferred to 33573 By E. Adam Porter An imposing presence with close-cropped hair and an appraising gaze, Jason Castillo looks every bit a lawman, but that was not the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Deputy’s first career. “Previously I worked for IBM and JP Morgan, a technology job on the server end.” Castillo’s law enforcement career began a little less than a decade ago when his job was outsourced and he found himself with a decision to make. “I wanted to do something that didn’t leave me stuck in an office. Something outside that allowed me to interact with people and offered the satisfaction of having an impact in my community.” And, for Castillo, the community he has the opportunity to serve is a sort of homecoming. “I was born and raised in Ruskin and now I live in the Balm Wimauma area, so I am very familiar with this entire area. Plus, I have family in Sun City Center, so I have a personal connection with that community.” Castillo’s first years in the HCSO were spent patrolling in District 4, which includes everything south of Causeway Boulevard to the county line. “That was mostly in Clair Mel, but I also spent some time in eastern Hillsborough and in the Homeland Security Division at the port of Tampa.”
Jason Castillo is the new HCSO Resource Deputy for Sun City Center and Kings Point
Now that he is back serving residents practically in his own back yard, Castillo said he wants to be a resource for the community in more than just title. “I want to help the residents and business owners here in town. I want to do a good job for them.” To prepare for his transition, Castillo has been riding with former SCC resource deputy, Chris Girard, meeting folks in the community, learning about the law enforcement challenges in this community and getting the lay of the land. When asked what major issues Sun City Center and Kings Point faced, Castillo echoed a familiar
refrain. “The main issues here are fraud and theft. Sometimes people simply forget to lock
their doors or their garages when they leave. Then thieves just come in and take stuff. These crimes of opportunity can often be avoided if residents simply remember to lock their doors. And, when it comes to fraud prevention, reading the information we provide in the papers like yours and coming to the monthly meetings can really make a difference. People need to pay attention, but they also need to know what to look for.” Beginning this month, if you’re out and about in our community, look for Deputy Jason Castillo. If you see him and you have the chance, say hello, shake his hand and welcome him to Sun City Center. After all, who better than a “local boy” out there to watch your back.
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The inaugural 2011-2012 "Where in theWorld is the News of Kings Point" contest was an unmitigated success. Scores of our enthusiastic readers submitted photos of themselves holding the News of Kings Point all over the world. Building on that success, we are announcing the Second Annual "Where in the World is the News of Kings Point" contest. We know that many of you folks love to travel as much as our resident wanderer, Eddie Dixon. So,when you go on the road or on that cruise in the coming months, be sure to take along your NOKP. Snap a photo of you or a loved one holding up the paper with the News of Kings Point masthead clearly visible. Send your digital image to news@thenewsofkingspoint.com so we can put your smiling face in the paper.
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Did we mention…THERE'S A PRIZE!!! The esteemed travel experts at Legendary Journeys have generously agreed to continue sponsoring this annual contest event by donating a ONE WEEKCARIBBEAN CRUISE. That's right! Each year we will be drawing a name from our submitted photos and some lucky traveler will cruise the Caribbean courtesy of Legendary Journeys and News of Kings Point. The 2012-2013 contest will run from June 1, 2012 - May 31, 2013. So get those photos in ASAP! Details are available, by request, from news@thenewsofkingspoint.com.
Bill & Dotty Love taken at Uluru (Ayers Rock), Australia.
Bob and Mary Reter riding a camel in Ocho Rios, Jamaica.
“Where in the World” Wants to Know Hey this is Eddie Dixon, travel correspondent with News of Kings Point. We are excited to be in our second year of the “Where in the World is the News of Kings Point” contest, and each month, we have begun to receive twice as many submissions as we did in year one. We think it is terrific that so many of you are excited about taking your News of Kings Point along with you to so many exotic destinations, and we would love to hear more about your trips. So, beginning this month, we will be publishing stories based on interviews I have done with our Where in the World contestants. In these interviews, our travelers share favorite moments and places, travel tips and recommendations. So, if you are planning to submit your own “Where in the World” photo, when you send it in, please include the following information: • Who all went (full names) • Where did you go? • What time of year did you go? • How long did you stay? • Favorite moments? • Not so favorite moments? • Recommended attractions, food, shopping? And, as always, if you are interested in booking a trip to any of the destinations featured here, contact our friends over at Legendary Journeys to explore your travel options and book your trip. Call them in SCC at 813.633.4521 or find them online at www.LJ.travel.
Terry Upson & Robbin Stratton-Upson Robbin Stratton-Upson accompanied her husband, Terry Upson to Mobile, Alabama for a three-month work trip. Terry was supervising a dry dock repair for Florida Tug and Barge. The couple arrived on February 3rd and enjoyed both a local celebration and an international incident. Some of y’all may not know this, but Mobile is the original American home of Mardi Gras, and they through down a pretty good celebration every year… albeit a more family friendly version. Here’s what Robbin had to say: “The locals throw more than beads; I caught stuffed animals including a large Christmas Teddy Bear, moon pies, coins, bags of peanuts, toys, bags of beads, footballs, souvenir cups, and my most prized catch, a voodoo doll!” But the excitement was far from over. While Terry and Robbin were in Mobile, something else was making its way there. Carnival Triumph…and the, as Robbin aptly described, “hordes of press” to cover the story of the illfated cruise ship. That’s a lot of excitement in a couple weeks for the typically sleepy, well relatively sleepy, city of Mobile. For more information about Mardi Gras in Mobile, check out Continued on Page 7
Robbin Stratton-Upson enjoying 2013 Fat Tuesday Parades in Mobile, Alabama.
Photo by Terry Upson The disabled Carnival Triumph in dry-dock on the Mobile River.
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hard to explain, but it seemed like modern New York and San fellow traveler, Jimmy Buffett’s Francisco’s Chinatown all thrown book, “A Pirate Looks at Fifty.” together. Neat place.” Bill & Dotty Love And do Bill and Dotty have any Bill and Dotty Love spent about tips for fellow travelers? a month traveling to, in and “Be prepared for extreme around Australia. The couple variations in temperature from left the States on January 9 and 40’s in Southern New Zealand returned on February 2, 2013. to 115 degrees in Uluru. Oh, and During five days in Australia, the air travel is looong and tiring. they explored Sydney, the Great Drink plenty of water and walk Barrier Reef and Uluru. around the plane as much as you From there they boarded a can to avoid cramping of your cruise ship and traveled from legs and feet. We flew Cathay Sydney harbor to Melbourne, Pacific and it was a wonderful then around New Zealand experience.” before landing in Auckland. But Bob and Mary Reter their trip was far from over. Bob and Mary Reter took a The next stop was Hong Kong New Year’s family cruise in the for two nights before heading Caribbean with their daughter back home. Here’s what Bill had on the Holland America Ryndam. to say about the trip: Ports of call included Key West, Although we really enjoyed the Montego Bay, Grand Cayman cruise aboard Celebrity Solstice, and Cozumel. the highlights had to be Uluru and They all particularly enjoyed Hong Kong. There was a spot at Jamaica. Here’s what Bob had Uluru at the end of the Mala Walk to say: around the base of Ayers Rock “We landed in Montego Bay, that was just so peaceful and still, Jamaica. From there we rode a that I had trouble pulling myself bus to Dunn’s River Falls in Ocho away from there to rejoin the Rios, where our daughter (age bus. A truly spiritual experience. 35) climbed the falls. We climbed The Sounds of Silence dinner in the stairs and took photos of her.” the desert was outstanding!” From the falls, Bob and Mary He adds, “Hong Kong was a and their daughter took a bus whole different world, and we to the Prospect Plantation. There thoroughly enjoyed our short time they took the opportunity to do there. If we would have done something fairly unique in the anything different, I would have Caribbean – ride a camel. stayed longer in Hong Kong. The “The guide said the rides harbor was incredible and the started five years ago with city itself was so unique that it is camels imported from the Continued from Page 6
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US. We were put on and let off at a platform. My daughter and the other younger guests were let off by the camel kneeling down. I guess they didn’t trust us older folks getting down
that way. We rode for about two miles, and then had a tour of the plantation. It was a very interesting experience, definitely the highlight of our cruise.”
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Mixed Pairs Title taken by husband-and-wife team
After many teams were eliminated in this weeklong tournament, the two teams left standing were Ron & Gail O’Sullivan and Phil Griffin & Chris Heller. In front of an enthusiastic crowd, on the 28th of January, these two teams played off for the title of Mixed Pairs champions. The battle was a tightly contested one but in the end Ron & Gail prevailed as winners with Phil & Chris the runners up.
2013 Suncoasters Singles Champion
Sixteen members of the Suncoasters Club took part in this knockout competition, played for the first time over just two days. The competitors approved this new format with two games played each day. The final match, between Cindy Higgins & Marge Lange was held on Feb 5th and was enjoyed by many supportive spectators. It was a close game with both participants making shots that drew applause from the onlookers many times but in the end, with the score at 20-13 after 19 ends, Cindy managed to put three lovely shots around the jack to take the title. Congratulations to all who took part and to Cindy for her title.
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The annual Krazy Kards evening arrived Monday, January 21st. About 80 members attended and enjoyed the delicious appetizers and desserts that the members had made themselves. Myrna Crowley, Game Organizer explained the rules and everyone set out to be either High or Low scorers and at the end, the true winners were: High Points: Norman Loescher, Ron Monson, Jim Frank Low Points: Jeanette Smith, Ron Doncouse, Bruce Vanek A fun time was had by all, the only question remaining was… “Who made the Tiramisu?” It was delicious!
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Women’s Chorus Presents Golden Jubilee Concert “A Sentimental Journey” - Celebrating 50 Years In Song
In 1963 Lola Cooperrider, a pioneer resident and member of the Woman’s Club of Sun City Center formed The Women’s Chorus from within the club’s membership. One can only imagine how delighted Lola Photo by Diane Skinner Snider would be in Collage created by Jerri Garretson, 2013. knowing all that her vision has inspired. During this fifty-year period the chorus has welcomed ten directors, each with their own distinct and unique style and ten equally talented accompanists. With an average of thirty-five members per year, well over 1,750 women from Sun City Center and surrounding communities have raised their voices in song and performed more than 1,100 songs. What a legacy! Under the direction of Paul Barrientos and accompanied by Claire Hadley, The Women’s Chorus of Sun City Center will be celebrating its Golden Jubilee Concert Saturday, March 23, 2013, 3:00 p.m. at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 1230 Del Webb Blvd., W. Special guests include The Sun City Men’s Chorus performing “Battle Hymn of the Republic” and joining The Women’s Chorus in “A Sentimental Journey Thru the 40’s” and Rita Hughes, Director of Music at St. Andrew directing “America the Beautiful.” You are cordially invited to attend this historic event and celebration. The concert is free and no tickets are necessary. This is one concert you won’t want to miss! Immediately following the concert, the chorus will be hosting a reception. All are welcome to stay and enjoy refreshments. For additional information, please contact Chris O’Hara at 634-4341
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MON. MAR 4, 11, 18, 25 – METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY BOOK GROUP 1:00 p.m. in the Armstrong Room at 953 North Course Lane, Sun City Center. The current metaphysical book is “Birth 2012 & Beyond,” by Barbara Marx Hubbard. No homework and the group reads aloud and discusses as they go. Open to SCC/KP members and guests. Admission is free. For information, call Alice at: 813 / 6349065. MON. MAR 4 - THE LINK FAMILY VARIETY SHOW 7:30 p.m. Kings Point Borini Theatre 1900 Clubhouse Dr. Sun City Center Fl. From the Ozark Mountains of Missouri, The Link Family delivers a powerful performance with world-class harmonies and hard-driving instrumentals. Tickets available for $25 at the Kings Point Box office. For more information please contact 813-387-3447 MON. MAR 4, 11, 18, 25 - SINGLES DANCE CLASSES 7:30 - 8:45 p.m. in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building off North Pebble Beach Blvd. Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point Residents. THIS IS A SPECIAL DANCE SESSION FOR SINGLES ONLY. We will be teaching a few Steps in the Fox Trot. Cost is $20 per person for all 4 weeks. For information call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205 or e-mail DANCEWITHBERNICE@GMAIL.COM TUE. MAR 5, 12, 19, 26 - SOCIAL DANCE CLASS Beginning - Rumba - 5:30 p.m. Intermediate - Waltz - 6:45 p.m. Intermediate - West Coast Swing 8:00 p.m. Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building. Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point Residents. Couples and Singles welcome. $5/per class. For information call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205. TUE. MAR 5, 12, 19, 26 – METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY DRUM CIRCLE 6:30 p.m. in the Palm Room at 960-B Cherry Hills Drive, Sun City Center. Bring your drums, rattles, flutes, rain sticks, pots and/or pans and enjoy each other’s company in joyous revelry. Open to SCC/KP members and guests. Admission is free. For information, call Holli at: 813 / 419-4704. WED. MAR 6 - HEARING LOSS ASSN. OF SUN CITY CENTER (HLA-SCC) 9:30 a.m. at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb Blvd. W. Lisa Tanner, Au.D., will moderate a panel discussion, Does My Cochlear Implant Meet My Expectations? Dr. Tanner practices at Advanced Diagnostics & Hearing Solutions in Brandon. Coffee & donuts at 9:15 a.m. HLA-SCC is a health program sponsored by the Men’s Club of SCC. CART provided by Tess Crowder, Communication Access, Inc. & meeting room is equipped with induction loop. Contact Richard Herring at rhmann@ tampabay.rr.com or Barbara Riley at 634-1706. WED. MAR 6, 13 - 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 813634-3347 WED MAR. 6 – MOAA MONTHLY MEETING 11:00 a.m. in the Florida Room at the North Side Atrium. Cathy Chiovitte Willians will be the speaker. Reservations ($14) can be made by calling 642-0947 and must be made by 6:00 p.m. Monday, March 3rd. Cathy has been a full-time Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist at the James A. Haley Veterans Hospital for the past 22 years. She has worked on the Spinal Cord Injury for 15 years, prior to taking over as Chief of Recreation Therapy. She has
developed one of the largest Recreation Therapy programs in the country with a staff of 20 people. For additional information call Frank Kepley at 642-0801. WED. MAR 6, 13, 20, 27 - SOCIAL DANCE CLASS Beginning - Fox Trot - 12:45 p.m. Intermediate - Cha Cha - 2:00 p.m. Adv. - East Coast Swing - 3:15 p.m. Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building. Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point Residents. Couples and Singles welcome. $5/ per class. For information call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205. WED. MAR 6 - SAMARITAN ALZHEIMER MONTHLY MEETING 2:00 p.m. at the Redeemer Lutheran Church at 2 p.m. The speaker will be Amanda Wolf, Elder Law Attorney. She will be speaking about durable power of attorney, living wills, surrogate heath, and living trusts. For more information please call Doris at 6343489 or the office at 634-9283. WED. MAR 6 - NEW SCC ART GALLERY EXHIBIT 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. In the Art Gallery in SCC will open with a reception in the Art Room. The exhibit will feature the works of Mary Underwood. All are invited to this opening reception, to meet Mary and view her artworks. Admission is free and refreshments will be available. WED. MAR 6 - LIFE AFTER LOSS BEREAVEMENT GROUP 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. United Community Church chapel. For information call Cora @ 813-634-1654 or Ludi @ 813-938-5686 Free and open to all. WED. MAR 6 - SOCIAL DANCE CLASSES 3:00 - 4:15 p.m. in the Kings Point Studio. Couples welcome to learn the Cha Cha, Rumba, and Tango. Class is limited to twelve (12) couples, so sign up early. Cost is $35.00 per couple for four weeks of instruction and fun. Call Ron at 813385-5569
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WED. MAR 6 MAH JONGG CLUB 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in the Community Room at the SouthShore Regional Library, located at 15816 Beth Shields Way Ruskin, FL 33573. Enjoy an evening of the popular table game, Mah Jongg. Participants are asked to bring their own Mah Jongg set or card. Registration required. Call (813) 273-3652 to register. WED. MAR 6 - COMPUTER CLUB MEETING 7:30 p.m. in the Florida Room. Presentation by “Geeks on Tour” a husband and wife team who tour the country by RV, explaining PC topics. Learn how to develop your own very own BLOG. Information: Gary Smith - 480-2753. THU. MAR 7, 14, 21, 28 - TWELVE GLOBAL ISSUES SERIES III - LIVE SIMULLCAST FROM THE PLAYERS THEATRE IN SARASOTA 10:00 a.m. in the Freedom Plaza Auditorium, 1010 American Eagle Blvd., SCC. This is an exciting series of lectures. From China and energy to the Middle East and cyber threats, some of the most compelling areas of interest to our 2013 audiences will be examined in depth by lecturers extremely well-versed in these areas. The cost is $10 per lecture and Payment will be taken at the doors of the Auditorium prior to each lecture. THU. MAR 7 - ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP 10:00 -11:15 a.m., Homewood Residence – Personalized Assisted Living & Memory Care, 3910 Galen Ct., (Just off Upper Creek Dr.) meets the first and third Thursday of the month. We’ll provide you with education and resources you need in a caring and confidential environment. Anna Lively, MS, Registered Mental Health Counselor facilitates. Light Refreshments. Call Bev Hurley @ 813-633-4340 or bhurley@ brookdaleliving.com. Continued on Page 11
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33573 From Page 10 THU. MAR 7 - AGING GRACEFULLY SUPPORT GROUP 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Drive, Sun City Center, FL. This is a support group for individuals who are learning to live with the effects of aging in a graceful, healthy manner. Facilitated by Kay Coburn Dyer, Geriatric Care Manager. THU. MAR 7 - KIWANIS HOST AN “EVENING IN TUSCANY” 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd., SCC. The $10 ticket price includes a delicious Italian meal, entertainment, wine pull & 50-50 (BYOB). Tickets available at the Community Association Kiosk Mon.-Fri. from 9-noon or by calling Helen at 633-9065 or Seel at 6452313. Sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of SCC/SouthShore to benefit their Youth Leadership Programs. FRI. MAR 8 - THE INTERNATIONAL FORUM DISCUSSION - “RISING DEMOCRACY IN NORTH AFRICA AND THE MIDDLE EAST” 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. in the Florida Room of the Atrium building off North Pebble Beach Blvd. The program will feature three panelists including U.S. Navy Commander Philip Kapusta who will speak about the impact of the “Arab Spring” on U.S. national security. Commander Kapusta is currently assigned as a strategic planner in the Special Operations Command. Also speaking is Joe Menasce who will focus on Egypt’s recent history leading to Mubarack’s reign and the Egyptian uncompleted revolution with its possible outcomes. Born in Egypt, Joe teaches classes in areas related to the Middle East. The third panelist is Colonel Rick White (US Army, Ret),formerly attached to the U.S. Embassy in India and Afghanistan, who will address the implications of the evolving situation in the Middle East on South Asia. A question and answer period will follow the presentation.
FRI. MAR 8 - RING IN THE SPRING AT KINGS POINT 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. in the Front Lawn of the Kings Point Club House. Bring your lawn chair and have a great time at this annual funfilled event! Free to attend! Outside exhibitors including community groups and local businesses. Food available. Entertainment. “Love My Pooch” Dog Show. Kings Point resident and organization booths. Open to SCC Residents. FRI. MAR 8 - CAPTAIN’S MEETING FOR “LONGEST TROUT” TOURNAMENT TO BENEFIT THE ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION! 7:00 p.m. at South Shore Bait & Tackle with event on Sat. March 9 at 3:00 p.m. at The Seafood Drive in Sun City Center. 1st Prize - A Power Pole from JL Marine & TA Mahoney. 2nd Prize A Fish Cleaning Table from Sanchez Bros. Custom Fabrication. 3rd Prize - A Weekend at The Dream Inn in Anna Maria. Lots of raffle items and food & drink specials @ The Seafood Dive. All proceeds will benefit the maintenance program of the Memory Mobile, sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association. Cost only $25. Questions: Please call Connie Lesko@ 813-927-1147 FRI. MAR 8 - KINGS POINT QUILTERS PRESENT: “COLOR OUR WORLD WITH QUILTS” 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. in the Banquet Room and the East/ West Social Room at the North Clubhouse. Enjoy the 3rd Biennial Quilt Show display and vote for your favorite quilt, shop in the Boutique, learn about a new technique, and have refreshments – all for FREE!!! Come one, come all!!! FREE ADMISSION, REFRESHMENTS, BUSES WELCOME, INFO: MARY 813-6334936 FRI. MAR 8 - YESTERDAYZE 7:00 10:00 p.m. - Community Hall. Come dance to the music of Yesterdayze... the greatest hits of the ‘60s. BYOB & snacks. Part of Friday Entertainment
Series. Individual tickets (17.00) on sale at Atrium-Kiosk (M-W-F). Reserved tables. Open to public. Info 642-2001. SAT. MAR 9 and SUN. MAR 10 THE 21st ANNUAL APOLLO BEACH MANATEE FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. both days at Tampa Electric Company South Shore Community Events Center, Dickman & Noonan Branch Roads, Apollo Beach, FL 33572. Improved site and layout. Featuring: Approximately 90 juried fine artists and craftsmen from across the country. Children’s Creativity Center with hands-on arts and crafts. Free Shuttle Service to the Manatee Viewing Center from the Festival and parking sites. Wide variety of food and beverage vendors. Non-profit organizations on hand to educate and show ways to protect wildlife, boating, environment and other causes. Quality Entertainment. Admission: $5 Adults; Children 10 and under free – Includes free parking and free shuttle to Manatee Center & Overflow parking lot. Park at the Elementary School at the corner of Dickman Road and Apollo Beach Blvd. Take the shuttle. Avoid the traffic. To learn more about the Manatee Festival of the Arts phone the SouthShore Chamber of Commerce at (813) 6451366 or email apollobeachoffice@ southshorechamberofcommerce.org SAT. MAR 9 - ROTARY SEEKS VOLUNTEERS FOR “MEALS OF HOPE” (FORMERLY “KIDS AGAINST HUNGER”) 2:00 p.m. At the Borini Theatre, 1900 Clubhouse Drive, Kings Point, in Sun City Center. Members of the Rotary are seeking 300 volunteers to help them package food for the “Meals of Hope” program. The Interfaith Council, The Community Foundation, as well as many local individuals have all donated moneys to so support this event. Before the packaging
event, volunteers will briefly train participants. The activity involves pouring ingredients into plastic bags, sealing the bags and then boxing the bags. No heavy lifting is required and there are jobs for people to do sitting down. Last year more than 300 people volunteered for the event and packaged more than 65,000 meals. These meals were distributed to the Good Samaritan Mission, Beth-El Mission, Calvary Lutheran, St. Anne’s, and the Lord’s Lighthouse. These food pantries are visited by over 1,000 families every week! SAT. MAR 9 SONNY & PERLEY PRESENT: A TRIBUTE TO COLE PORTER 3:00 - 4:15 p.m. in the Community Room at the SouthShore Regional Library, located at 15816 Beth Shields Way Ruskin, FL 33573. FREE Event! Enjoy the musical styling of talented duo Sonny and Perley as they present a unique selection of music from Cole Porter’s vast library of popular songs. Cole Porter was a celebrated Broadway composer of the 1920s and 1930s. Known for his sophisticated wit and playful style, Cole Porter was unique among the Great American composers. Funded by the Friends of the SouthShore Regional Library. SAT. MAR 9 - “LONGEST TROUT” TOURNAMENT FOR THE ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION 3:00 p.m. at The Seafood Drive in Sun City Center. 1st Prize - A Power Pole from JL Marine & TA Mahoney. 2nd Prize - A Fish Cleaning Table from Sanchez Bros. Custom Fabrication. 3rd Prize - A Weekend at The Dream Inn in Ana Maria. Lots of raffle items and food & drink specials @ The Seafood Dive. All proceeds will benefit the maintenance program of the Memory Mobile, sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association. Questions: Please call Connie Lesko@813- 9271147 Continued on Page 12
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33573 From Page 11 SUN. MAR 10 - SCC EMERGENCY SQUAD HOSTS ANNUAL 50’s DANCE 6:00 p.m. doors open at the Borini Theatre/King’s Point North Clubhouse. Music by Del & Gary. Tickets go on sale Feb. 4th at KP Box Office in North Clubhouse. Hours from 8:30 to 4. (M-F) Tickets are 10.00 per person. BYOB. Jeans, tee shirts and poodle skirts optional. SUN. MAR 10 - SINGLES SOCIAL DANCE CLUB 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. in the Florida Room, Atrium Bldg., to dance to the music of Thor Stevens. Members $3; Guests $5. BYOB & snacks. Ice & water provided. Proper dress requested. Info: Janet 633-3558. SUN. MAR 10 - ST. ANDREW & FRIENDS 15TH ANNUAL SACRED MUSIC CONCERT 3:00 p.m. at St. Andrew Presbyterian church, 1239 Del Webb Blvd. W, Sun City Center. Participants represent eighteen congregations and temples from Sun City Center and surrounding communities who join their voices for this beloved yearly celebration. The concert is a free gift and all are welcome. MON. MAR 11 - “MALE CALL FOR PROSTATE HEALTH” Sponsored by the Men’s Club of Sun City Center 2:00 p.m.at St Andrews Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb Blvd., West. Our program is entitled: “LIVING IN THE AFTERMATH OF PROSTATE CANCER TREATMENT.” A panel of survivors will tell their story and discuss how they are coping with the effects of various surgical, hormone and radiation treatments. It is suggested that Patients and Partners attend. Refreshments will be served. MON. MAR 11, 18, 25 - SINGLES DANCE CLASSES 7:30 - 8:45 p.m. in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building off North Pebble Beach Blvd. Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point Residents. THIS IS A SPECIAL
DANCE SESSION FOR SINGLES ONLY. We will be teaching a few Steps in the Fox Trot. Cost is $20 per person for all 4 weeks. For information call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205 or e-mail DANCEWITHBERNICE@GMAIL.COM TUE. MAR 12 - THE AMERICANS OF ITALIAN HERITAGE CLUB ANNUAL ELECTION NIGHT 5:30 p.m. doors open at the KP Borini Theater. We will have pizza from East Coast Pizza including their salad. There will also be dessert, coffee, tea and soda. BYOB. Nick @ Nite will DJ music for your listening and dancing pleasure. This is a member’s only affair and will cost $10. Everyone will have a seat. Tables of 8, kindly mail your checks in together. Please mail your check made payable to A.I.H. to: Annette Macdonald (633-9697), 2450 Kensington Greens Drive, SCC 33573. Cut-off date is March 5th. TUE. MAR 12, 19, 26 - SOCIAL DANCE CLASS Beginning - Rumba - 5:30 p.m. Intermediate - Waltz - 6:45 p.m. Inter.- West Coast Swing - 8:00 p.m. Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building. Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point Residents. Couples and Singles welcome. $5/per class. For information call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205. TUE. MAR 12 - SUN CITY CENTER PHOTO CLUB COMPETITION 6:30 p.m. in the Caper Room. This is a great opportunity for community members to view digital and print photographs taken by our talented photographers. Media show “shorts”, created by our photographers, will also be shown. At 6:30 p.m., we will begin with our media shows on a wide-range of topics. The judging of print and digital photographs begins immediately following. There will be three trained in-houses judges for this event.
WED. MAR 13 - RELAY FOR LIFE BENEFIT AT THE SANDPIPER GRILL 11:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. at the Sandpiper Grill on South Pebble Beach. Nic Egarhos, owner of Sandpiper Grill, will donate 10% of all the sales for the day to the Relay for Life, fundraiser for the American Cancer Society, when servers are presented with a special coupon. For coupons, please call Joanne Sudman, 633-3106 or Ellen McGovern, 633-4202. WED. MAR 13, 20, 27 - SOCIAL DANCE CLASS Beginning - Fox Trot - 12:45 p.m. Intermediate - Cha Cha - 2:00 p.m. Adv. - East Coast Swing - 3:15 p.m. Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building. Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point Residents. Couples and Singles welcome. $5/ per class. For information call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205. WED. MAR 13 - DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Please join Judy Naugle, RN from Nurse on Call Home Health Care as she facilitates our support group “Everyday Basics of Diabetic Care”. WED. MAR 13 - SOCIAL DANCE CLASSES 3:00 - 4:15 p.m. in the Kings Point Studio. Couples welcome to learn the Cha Cha, Rumba, and Tango. Class is limited to twelve (12) couples, so sign up early. Cost is $35.00 per couple for four weeks of instruction and fun. Call Ron at 813385-5569 WED. MAR 13 MASTER GARDENER: WATER GARDENS 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. in the Community Room at the SouthShore Regional Library, located at 15816 Beth Shields Way Ruskin, FL 33573. Learn how to create a paradise in your garden with the use of water. Presented in partnership with Hillsborough County Extension Service.
WED. MAR 13 – ST. PATRICK’S DANCE PARTY 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. presented by the SCC Dance Club, in the Community Hall, 1910 So. Pebble Beach Blvd., SCC, 33573. Featuring the Exclusive SCC Dance Club Playlist spun by Gerardo. Selections include East & West Coast Swing, Fox Trot, Slow and Line Dance, Latin variations, Waltz, Country and Polka. Complimentary Irish coffee and Homemade Irish Soda Bread will be served. BYOB and bring your friends. Attire is dressy casual. Free to members, visitors/guests are $6 per person at the door. Singles are welcome. For more info call 813634-9074. THU MAR.14 - COFFEE KLATCH 9:00 a.m. -10:00 a.m. at Sun Trust Bldg. 1525 Rickenbacker Dr. (conference room). Please join our new support group. We meet the 2nd and 4th Thurs. of each month. This is a group to share life’s challenging experiences you have turned into positive experiences. Come share with others how to make lemons into lemonade...make life a little sweeter, happier...Bring your mug half full...Coffee and snacks provided. Offered by Wendy Burkhard, LCSW 401 7452. THU. MAR 14, 21, 28 - TWELVE GLOBAL ISSUES SERIES III - LIVE SIMULLCAST FROM THE PLAYERS THEATRE IN SARASOTA 10:00 a.m. in the Freedom Plaza Auditorium, 1010 American Eagle Blvd., SCC. This is an exciting series of lectures. From China and energy to the Middle East and cyber threats, some of the most compelling areas of interest to our 2013 audiences will be examined in depth by lecturers extremely well-versed in these areas. The cost is $10 per lecture and Payment will be taken at the doors of the Auditorium prior to each lecture. Continued on Page 13
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33573 From Page 12 THU. MAR 14 - ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Don’t miss our traditional Corned Beef & Cabbage and Green Beer along with entertainment by Rudy Rosa! RSVP a must no later than 3/11/13 to 813-634-3347 THU. MAR 14 - CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S CONNECTION LUNCHEON 11:00 a.m. seating begins, Program and luncheon from 11:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m. at Club Renaissance, 2121 So. Pebble Beach Blvd. Sun City Center, with Inspirational speaker Naima Johnston Bush. Naima will share “Beyond the Broken Road”. Naima is a dynamic singer, speaker, and educator. She shares her struggle with low self-esteem, eating disorders and searching for love in all the wrong places until she finally found peace and wholeness. Menu, Chef Salad with Ham and Turkey plus Beverage and Dessert. Alternate meal of tossed salad with grilled chicken. If you desire this option, be sure to order it when you make your reservation. Cost is $17 inclusive. Reservations are required. Please call Pat Butler 938-4320 or Tara Flood 383-7540 or e-mail aunt.butler@ gmail.com. Make reservations or cancellations before noon Monday March 11, 2013. THU. MAR 14 - MENTAL WELLNESS SUPPORT GROUP 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. This group is facilitated by Edmond Dubreuil MSW, RCSWI mental health professional. Supported by: South Shore Coalition on Mental Health & Aging & United Methodist Church of Sun City Center THU. MAR 14 - WED. APR 10 FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER RON SHACKELFORD 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. for the opening of his display at the
SCC Chamber of Commerce. Stop in to meet him and enjoy some wine and cheese. His photographs will be on display through April 10th. Ron Shackelford is the featured photographer for the SCC Photo Club’s monthly display at the SCC Chamber of Commerce in March. Ron has been an active member of the SCC Photo Club for several years. Ron has won many awards in state and local competitions. He won the club’s Best of the Best competition in December with his photo Watching Over Parliament. Ron has traveled extensively and his photos reflect the landscapes and people of those travels. His exhibit is entitled Worth a Thousand Words and will feature many of his award-winning photos. FRI. MAR 15 MOVIE MATINEE 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, located at 15816 Beth Shields Way Ruskin, FL 33573. FREE Event! Enjoy a St. Patrick’s Day movie on the library’s big screen. Darby O’Gill is a wily old storyteller (Albert Sharpe) who matches wits with the king of the leprechauns and helps play matchmaker for his daughter (Janet Munro) and the strapping lad (Sean Connery) who has replaced him as caretaker. FRI. MAR 15 - MOVIE “OCTOBER BABY” 6:00 p.m. for refreshments and 6:30 p.m. for movie in the new addition “The Life Enrichment Center” of the United Methodist Church 1210 Del Webb Blvd. W. for its monthly Friday Night at the Movies. This month the Good News Class will be showing the must to see movie “October Baby”. October Baby starts when Hannah, played by Rachel Hendrix, is on stage while performing in a play and collapses. To help with the cost of refreshments, although the movie is free, DONATIONS are APPRECIATED.
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SUN. MAR 17 - IRISH CONNECTION ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARTY 5:30 p.m. doors open, 6:00 p.m. dinner served in the Community Hall. There will be a delicious, traditional corned beef dinner catered by Doug Hitching’s group Fun With Food and entertainment to liven the evening singing the old Irish songs. A surprise substantial door prize will be given to two lucky winners. Dinner will be served at 6 pm with doors open at 5:30pm. Snacks will be provided. BYOB. Tickets will be on sale in the Atrium kiosk on Monday, February 25: Wednesday, February 27: and March 1 from 9 to 12 noon. Then again on Monday, March 4: Wednesday, March 6: and Friday, March 8, from 9 to 12 also in the Atrium. The prices of the tickets are $20.00 for members and $25 for guests. For more information call Phyllis Colleran, 813-634-3308 or Fred Lofland, 813-600-7415. SUN. MAR 17 - SINGLES MINGLE DANCE CLUB CELBRATES ST. PATRICK’S DAY 6:30 -9:30 p.m. At the Kings Point Main Clubhouse Studio. Music by Thor Stevens. $5 admission. BYOB. Ice & water provided. Proper dress. Info: Janet 633-3558. MON. MAR 18 - WOMEN’S INTERDENOMINATIONAL BIBLE STUDY 9:30 a.m. SCC United Methodist Church, 1210 Del Webb West. FREE. Questions: Sue 6339083. You are invited to come for warm fellowship, singing, praise and in-depth study of God’s Word. You are so welcome to share our blessings! MON. MAR 18 - PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP OF SUN CITY CENTER - SPONSORED BY THE MEN’S CLUB OF SCC 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Drive. (FREE Valet parking will be available at the entrance.)
Eden Feldman, MSW, Director of Outreach at USF Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorders Center facilitates this meeting. This month’s speaker is Steven M. Dunn, P.A. Is your long term care policy written in a language that you find hard to understand? Do you have questions in general about long term care? If you are afraid that your long term care policy won’t cover your needs, be sure to BRING YOUR POLICY WITH YOU! With Legal Expertise in Recovering Long Term Care Insurance Claims, Reinstating policies that have unintentionally lapsed and applying benefits toward assisted living costs, Mr. Dunn is a wealth of knowledge. If you have Parkinson’s, or are caring for someone with this disease, be sure to attend this support group where needed assistance is readily available! For more info call Debbie Caneen at 813-892-2990 TUE. MAR 19 - WHAT IS THE DIFERENCE BETWEEN A COLLECTOR AND A HOARDER? 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Drive. What are the rights of the hoarder? When does government intervene? How to recover valuables and what are the liquidation options? Our panel of experts to answer these questions: Amanda Wolf, Board Certified Elder Law Attorney, Genevieve Faulk, Geriatric Care Manager and owner of Aging Care Advocates, Laura Spaulding from Spaulding Decon and Dale Smrekar, Downsizing Advisory Service. For more information, contact Debbie Caneen at 813-634-3347 TUE. MAR 19 - ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Drive. Bring Your Continued on Page 14
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The News of Kings Point
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33573 From Page 13 Loved One For a Well Deserved Break. Facilitated by Aging Care Advocates. You will receive information while your loved one is cared for in our Secured Memory Care. Please RSVP no less than 3 days prior to 813-246-4120. For additional information, contact Debbie Caneen at 813-634-3347 TUE. MAR 19, 26 - SOCIAL DANCE CLASS Beginning - Rumba - 5:30 p.m. Intermediate - Waltz - 6:45 p.m. Intermediate - West Coast Swing 8:00 p.m. Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building. Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point Residents. Couples and Singles welcome. $5/per class. For information call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205. TUE. MAR 19 STAR PARTY 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, located at 15816 Beth Shields Way Ruskin, FL 33573. FREE Event! Enjoy a closer look at the moon and planets! Astronomy enthusiast, Craig MacDougal, will lead a brief discussion on stars, planets, and moons. Immediately following will be an outside viewing of the night sky through a telescope. Funded by the Friends of the SouthShore Regional Library. WED. MAR 20 - “A HIGH TEA” FUNDRAISER 12:30 p.m. in the Florida Room in the Atrium and promises to be an elegant and delicious afternoon. Get your fancy dress ready, find a hat, and make your reservation for this “High Tea” presented by the Sun City Center’s Colonel George Mercer Brooke NSDAR Chapter. The Program “Portrait of a Bride, the revolving silhouette” will be presented by Leigh Anne Brown, Chaplain of the NSDAR Alafia Chapter. Donation is $15 per person. Proceeds will benefit the wounded warriors and veterans at James A. Haley Veterans Hospital. If you are interested in attending or have questions, please contact Bunny Blackstone at 634-6387 or Jan Bassett at 642-0691. WED. MAR 20, 27 - SOCIAL DANCE CLASS Beginning - Fox Trot - 12:45 p.m. Intermediate - Cha Cha - 2:00 p.m. Advanced. - East Coast Swing 3:15 p.m. Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building. Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point Residents. Couples and Singles welcome. $5/per class. For information call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205. WED MAR 20 - LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP WITH DR. OLIVA 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. This support group is facilitated by Ana Maria Oliva, M.D. Do you have an interest in cataract surgery or corneal transplants, have dry eye? Why not ask the Doctor! Dr. Oliva specializes in these and many other disorders and is ready to assist you! For more information, contact Debbie Caneen at 813-634-3347 WED. MAR 20 - LIFE AFTER LOSS BEREAVEMENT GROUP 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. United Community Church chapel. For information call Cora @ 813-634-1654 or Ludi @ 813-938-5686 Free and open to all. WED. MAR 20 - SOCIAL DANCE CLASSES 3:00 - 4:15 p.m. in the Kings Point Studio. Couples welcome to learn the Cha Cha, Rumba, and Tango. Class is limited to twelve (12)
couples, so sign up early. Cost is $35.00 per couple for four weeks of instruction and fun. Call Ron at 813385-5569 WED. MAR 20 - CLASSICAL MUSIC APPRECIATION 3:30 PM, Kings Point main clubhouse, SOUTH Social Room. PLEASE NOTE NEW LOCATION. Free. All lovers of classical music are invited. Information: Arthur C. Joy, 813-6339783 - acjjr@tampabay.rr.com WED. MAR 20 MAH JONGG CLUB 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in the Community Room at the SouthShore Regional Library, located at 15816 Beth Shields Way Ruskin, FL 33573. Enjoy an evening of the popular table game, Mah Jongg. Participants are asked to bring their own Mah Jongg set or card. Registration required. Call (813) 273-3652 to register. THU. MAR 21, 28 - TWELVE GLOBAL ISSUES SERIES III - LIVE SIMULLCAST FROM THE PLAYERS THEATRE IN SARASOTA 10:00 a.m. in the Freedom Plaza Auditorium, 1010 American Eagle Blvd., SCC. This is an exciting series of lectures. From China and energy to the Middle East and cyber threats, some of the most compelling areas of interest to our 2013 audiences will be examined in depth by lecturers extremely well-versed in these areas. The cost is $10 per lecture and Payment will be taken at the doors of the Auditorium prior to each lecture. THU. MAR 21 - ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP 10:00 -11:15 a.m. Homewood Residence – Personalized Assisted Living & Memory Care, 3910 Galen Ct., (Just off Upper Creek Dr.) meets the first and third Thursday of the month. We’ll provide you with education and resources you need in a caring and confidential environment. Anna Lively, MS, Registered Mental Health Counselor facilitates. Light Refreshments. Call Bev Hurley @ 813-633-4340 or bhurley@ brookdaleliving.com. THU. MAR 21 - MONTHLY OPEN HOUSE AT APOLLO BEACH FAMILY MEDICAL CENTER 4:00 p.m. at 6150 North US Hwy 41, Apollo Beach, FL 33572 in the Winn Dixie plaza. Open house held every 3rd Thursday of the month. Meet the Doc & Staff and tour the office! Insurance specialist on site to answer your questions! Light refreshments served. Call Today to RSVP! (813)641-0007. THU. MAR 21 - CANADIAN CLUB DINNER AND DANCE 5:00 p.m. Doors open, catered meal at 6:00 p.m. in the Borini Theatre. All Canadians residing in Kings Point and Sun City Center are invited to attend. Live entertainment (“Elvis”-Billy Lindsey). Tickets $15.00 - available at the Feb 24th Golf Tournament, 2:00 p.m. Feb 26th at the General Meeting in the Borini Theatre, or March 4 and March 7 at the Kings Point North Clubhouse Lobby between 10:00 a.m. and noon. Deadline is Tuesday March 7th. For info phone Ken 6429932 or Bob 419-4734 FRI. MAR 22 - GOOD SAMARITAN CHARITY BALL 5:00 PM at the Kings Point Borini Theatre in Sun City Center (Formal Attire Preferred). “Celebrate our Decades” is the theme for the ball (30’s, 40’s, 50’s, 60’s & 70’s). Evening includes: Champagne Reception and Photographs, Hors d’ oeuvres & Open Bar (all evening), Gourmet Dinner & Dancing to the De Leon Orchestra. Tickets are $125.00 per
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person, and the goal is to donate more than $20,000.00 to benefit Samaritan Services of Greater Sun City Center. For more information, tickets and table reservations call Brenda Perkins, Co-Chair, at 813746-1101 or e-mail mgperkins2@ juno.com SAT. MAR 23 IT WAS THE BEST OF TIMES, IT WAS THE WORST OF TIMES 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the Community Room at the SouthShore Regional Library, located at 15816 Beth Shields Way Ruskin, FL 33573. FREE Event! In celebration of Florida’s 500 year anniversary, retired park ranger Darrel Smith will discuss the history and legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps created by Franklin Delano Roosevelt as part of the New Deal for America, and highlight the CCC’s impact on Florida’s landscape. This discussion will educate listeners on the daily life as a “CCC Boy”. Mr. Smith will be dressed in a period 1930-40 era CCC uniform. Funded by the Friends of the SouthShore Regional Library. SAT. MAR 23 - CELEBRATING 50 YEARS! THE WOMEN’S CHORUS OF SUN CITY CENTER 3:00 p.m. at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 1230 Del Webb Blvd., W. The Women’s Chorus of Sun City Center will be celebrating its Golden Jubilee Anniversary Concert. The Sun City Men’s Chorus will perform a solo piece and join The Women’s Chorus in “A Sentimental Journey Thru the 40’s.” As an additional treat, Rita Hughes, former director of The Women’s Chorus, will direct a selection. You are cordially invited to attend this historic event and celebration. The concert is free and open to the public. No tickets are necessary. Please plan to stay and enjoy refreshments after the concert. For more information contact Chris O’Hara at 634-4341.
SUN. MAR. 24 - DAN RILEY AND A TRIBUTE TO ROY ORBISON 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. - Community Hall. Dan Riley performs a hilarious musical comedy plus a tribute to Roy Orbison. Part of Sunday Entertainment Series. Individual tickets (15.00) on sale at AtriumKiosk M-W-F 9-noon. Reserved seats. Wine-and-cheese reception included in price. Open to public. Info 642-2001. SUN. MAR 24 - KP LAWN BOWLING CLUB 5:00 p.m. in the Banquet Room for the Awards Banquet SUN. MAR 24 - SINGLES SOCIAL DANCE CLUB 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. in the Florida Room, Atrium Bldg. Dance to the music of Thor Stevens. Members $3. Guests 5. BYOB & snacks. Ice and water provided. Proper dress. Info: Janet 633-3558. MON. MAR 25 - WOMEN’S INTERDENOMINATIONAL BIBLE STUDY 9:30 a.m. SCC United Methodist Church, 1210 Del Webb West. FREE. Questions: Sue 6339083. You are invited to come for warm fellowship, singing, praise and in-depth study of God’s Word. You are so welcome to share our blessings! TUE. MAR 26 - AMPUTEE SUPPORT GROUP 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Facilitated by Ty Wilson, Patient Care Advocate with Orthotic & Prosthetic Centers. The group is open to amputees, their family member, friends and involved medical personnel. It is our goal to enrich the lives of amputees and help them reach their full potential. The tools we use are peer support, education and activism. For more information, contact Debbie Caneen at 813634-3347 Continued on Page 15
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33573 From Page 14 TUE. MAR 26 - SOCIAL DANCE CLASS (Continued) Beginning - Rumba - 5:30 p.m. Intermediate - Waltz - 6:45 p.m. Intermediate - West Coast Swing 8:00 p.m. Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building. Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point Residents. Couples and Singles welcome. $5/per class. For information call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205. WED. MAR 27 - THE KINGS POINT KRAFTER’S ANNUAL SPRING SALE 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. in the Craft Room in the North Club House. All crafts are handmade and all proceeds go to our local charities. Everybody is welcome to attend the sale. We look forward to seeing you. If you have any questions please feel free to contact June Crittenden at 813-634-3519 WED. MAR 27 - SOCIAL DANCE CLASS Beginning - Fox Trot - 12:45 p.m. Intermediate - Cha Cha - 2:00 p.m. Adv.- East Coast Swing - 3:15 p.m. Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building. Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point Residents. Couples and Singles welcome. $5/per class. For information call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205. WED. MAR 27 - SOCIAL DANCE CLASSES 3:00 - 4:15 p.m. in the Kings Point Studio. Couples welcome to learn the Cha-cha, Rumba, and Tango. Class is limited to twelve (12) couples, so sign up early. Cost is $35.00 per couple for four weeks of instruction and fun. Call Ron at 813-385-5569 WED. MAR 27 - FREE ST. PATRICK’S DAY LINE DANCE PARTY 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. at the Borini Theatre. Let’s all be Irish for a day, at a FREE St
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prostate cancer Is there any kind of diet that is recommended to prevent prostate cancer? A—We do not know enough about the real cause or causes of this cancer to identify any specific foods as the culprits. We do know that the same diet suggested by the American Heart Association makes the most sense for all people, not just those concerned about prostate cancer. That diet is known as the Mediterranean Diet, and concentrates on lots of fresh vegetables and fruit, fish and chicken, use of olive oil, whole grains. Red meat should be totally eliminated, if possible, as well as highly processed foods, and most milk products. A good place to find this diet (and lots of recipes) is in the book: The New Prostate Cancer Nutrition Book, by Rose and Charles Myers, MD. It is available for $25 from Rivanna Press, (434) 220-3774
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Patrick’s Day line dance party sponsored by the KP Line Dancers. You do not need to purchase a ticket, but you must sign in upon arrival at the Borini Theatre. Open to KP and SCC residents and their guests. BYOB and setups. New to line dancing? It’s OK, come and see what line dancing is all about. Couples are always welcome; lots of room to dance. Come one and all to have a good time, dance to all genres of music, plus we’ll do an Irish jig. Call Jan for info 634-6226 THU MAR 28 - COFFEE KLATCH 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. at Sun Trust Bldg.1525 Rickenbacker Dr. (conference room). Please join our new support group. We meet the 2nd and 4th Thurs. of each month. This is a group to share life’s challenging experiences you have turned into positive experiences. Come share with others how to make lemons into lemonade...make life a little our sweeter, happier...Bring your mug half full...Coffee and snacks provided. Offered by Wendy Burkhard, LCSW 401 7452. THU. MAR 28 - TWELVE GLOBAL ISSUES SERIES III - LIVE SIMULLCAST FROM THE PLAYERS THEATRE IN SARASOTA 10:00 a.m. in the Freedom Plaza Auditorium, 1010 American Eagle Blvd., SCC. This is an exciting series of lectures. From China and energy to the Middle East and cyber threats, some of
the most compelling areas of interest to our 2013 audiences will be examined in depth by lecturers extremely well-versed in these areas. The cost is $10 per lecture and Payment will be taken at the doors of the Auditorium prior to each lecture. THU. MAR 28 - LEGENDARY LADIES OF SONG 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Enjoy the entertainment of Barbara Van Eycken while sipping on cocktails. RSVP a must no later than 3/25/13 to 813-634-3347 THU. MAR 28 - MENTAL WELLNESS SUPPORT GROUP 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. This group is facilitated by Edmond Dubreuil MSW, RCSWI mental health professional. Supported by: South Shore Coalition on Mental Health &
Aging & United Methodist Church of Sun City Center THU. MAR 28 - MOONGLOW BALLROOM DANCE CLUB 7:30 9:30 p.m. Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Members FREE; Visitors $5.00 per person at the door. Live Music by “The Mellotones”. Dressy Casual. BYOB & snacks, and we provide the Ice, water, cups & napkins. Singles Table(s) Available. We have our full 2013 Schedule of 12 monthly dances to Live Music! Information: 813-633-1297 OR 813-642-8845. Email gail3357@gmail.com SUN. MAR 31 - THE SINGLES MINGLE DANCE CLUB 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. In the Main Clubhouse Studio with music by Thor Stevens. Admission $5. BYOB & snacks. Ice and water provided. Proper dress requested. Info: Janet 633-3558. NOTE: THERE IS NO DANCE SCHEDULED IN APRIL.
Dine with the Doctor Arthritis Treatment & Hip Replacements
The Importance of Colorectal Cancer Screening
Presented by Dr. Robert Maddalon, Orthopedic Surgeon
Presented by Dr. Ashok Dhaduvai, Gastroenterologist
If you are suffering from hip pain, come learn if hip arthritis is the cause and find out what you can do about it.
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Celebrate by learning about the importance of prevention and early detection.
March 12th, 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. South Bay Hospital Medical Auditorium 1901 Haverford Plaza, Suite 106, Sun City Center. (Behind South Bay Hospital)
March 21st, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. South Bay Hospital Medical Auditorium 1901 Haverford Plaza, Suite 106, Sun City Center. (Behind South Bay Hospital)
A light meal will be served and seats are limited. Registration is required for each event by calling 1-888-685-1595.
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Golf Scores - Hogans Golf Club Of Sun City Center and Kings Point
Monday, January 21, 2013 Imperial Lakewoods
Play: A-Skins 1st: Norm Taylor and Rich Lucidi - Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: Rex Gibbons, Doc Lamiano, and Tom Rosata - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Norm Taylor - 57 Low-gross: Dan Stephens - 85 Birds: Dan Stephens - #6 Par 5, Norm Taylor #15 Par 4, and Robert Jacobs - #6 Par 5
L to R: Doc Lamiano, Norm Taylor, Rich Lucidi, Tom Rosata, Robert Jacobs, Rex Gibbons, and Dan Stephens.
Wednesday, January 23, 2013 Course: Cypress Creek Play: A-Skins Flight #1 1st: John Colgren - 3 Skins 2nd: Dick Irke, Jerry Stemas, Doc Lamiano, Jenice Taylor, and Rex Gibbons - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Jenice Taylor, Dick Irke, and Doug Banning - Tied at 70 Low-gross: Wilf Pennell - 86 Eagles: Jenice Taylor - #10 Par 4 Birds: Jerry Stemas - #13 Par 3 and #18 Par 5; Wilf Pennell - #18 Par 5
Friday, January 25, 2013
Summerfield Crossing Play: A-Skins 1st: Joe DeFelice and Tom Rosata - Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: Burt Easter, Karl Erwin, Bill Konopasek, and Bill Smythe Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Joe DeFelice - 64 Low-gross: Dan Stephens - 89 Birds: Doc Lamiano - #4 Par 4
Back Row L to R: Paul Maki, Chuck Feldschau, and Brian Dinon Front Row L to R: Wilf Pennell, Bill Healey, and Ruben Jones.
Friday, February 1, 2013
Back Row L to R: Joe DeFelice, Burt Easter, and Doc Lamiano. Front Row L to R Bill Smythe, Bill Konopasek, Tom Rosata, and Karl Erwin.
Monday, January 28, 2013
Summerfield Crossings Play: A-Skins 1st: Dan Stephens - 2 Skins 2nd: Dick Ihrke, Hannes Broschek, Emmy Broschek, Bill Smythe, and Reggie Ryan - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Hannes Broschek - 67 Low-gross: Walt Weldon - 80 Birds: Dan Stephens - #4 Par 4 and #9 Par 5; Walt Weldon - #6 Par 4 and #8 Par 3; Bill Smythe - #8 Par 3; and Reggie Ryan - #2 Par 3
Imperial Lakewoods Play: A-Skins 1st: Syl Amos, Doug Banning, John Colgren, and Rex Gibbons - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Norm Taylor - 61 Low-gross: Ruben Jones 86 Birds: Steve Parks - #5 Par 4, Ruben Jones - #5 Par 4, Syl Amos - #14 Par 4, Doug Banning - #12 Par 4, and Brian Dinon - #13 Par 4
Flight #2 1st: Rich Lucidi and Emma Broschek - 2 Skins 2nd: Chuck Feldschau, Paul Maki, Bill Healey, and Tom Rosata - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Paul Maki - 73 Low-gross: Hannes Broschek and Emma Broschek - Tied at 103 Birds: Chuck Feldschau - #8 Par 3
Back Row L to R: Chuck Feldschau, Hannes Broschek, Bill Healey, and Paul Maki. Front Row L to R: Tom Rosata, Emma Broschek, and Rich Lucidi.
Sandpiper Palms to Oaks Play: H-Skins 1st: Joe DeFelice - 4 Skins 2nd: Rex Gibbons - 3 Skins 3rd: Bill Cundy - 2 Skins Low-net: Rex Gibbons and Joe DeFelice - Tied at 68 Low-gross: Rex Gibbons - 94
Wednesday, January 30, 2013 Course: Cypress Creek Play: A-Skins Flight #1 1st: Burt Easter, Joe DeFelice, and Bob Jacobs - Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: Rich Lucidi, Hannes Broschek, Emma Broschek, Erwin Karl, and Dan Stephens - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Erwin Karl - 72 Low-gross: Dan Stephens - 92 Birds: Burt Easter - #17 Par 3, Dan Stephens - #13 Par 3, and Bob Jacobs - #3 Par 4. Flight #2 1st: Bill Cundy - 2 Skins 2nd: Wilf Pennell, Paul Maki, Chuck Feldshau, Brian Dinon, and Bill Healey - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Roy Clark, Ruben Jones, and Chuck Feldshau - Tied at 72 Low-gross: Brian Dinon - 87 Birds: Wilf Pennell - #13 Par 3
Apollo Beach Play: A-Skins Flight 1 1st: Hannes Broschek - 3 Skins 2nd: Steve Parks, Ruben Jones, John Colgren, Doc Lamiano, and Walt Weldon Low-net: Hannes Broschek - 66 Low-gross: Walt Weldon - 80 Birds: Walt Weldon - #2 Par 5 and #5 Par 4; Doug Banning - #8 Par 3 and #12 Par 3; Steve Parks - #2 Par 5; Hannes Broschek - #13 Par 4; and Doc Lamiano - #16 Par 5
Monday, February 11, 2013
Saturday, February 2, 2013
Back Row L to R: Rex Gibbons, Doug Banning, Wilf Pennell, Dick Irke, and John Colgren. Front Row L to R: Doc Lamiano, Jerry Stemas, and Jenice Taylor.
Monday, February 11, 2013
L to R: Doug Banning, Walt Weldon, Hannes Broschek, Steve Parks, Doc Lamiano, Ruben Jones, & John Colgren.
Back Row L to R: Dan Stephens, Reggie Ryan, and Dick Ihrke. Front Row L to R: Emmy Broschek, Bill Smythe, Walt Weldon, and Hannes Broschek.
Back Row L to R: Ruben Jones, Syl Amos, Doug Banning, and Steve Parks. Front Row L to R: Norm Taylor, Rex Gibbons, John Colgren, and Brian Dinon.
L to R: Charlie Brown, Bill Giblin, Mike McClintic, and Jon Blanchard.
Apollo Beach Play: A-Skins Flight 2 1st: Bob Jacobs, Rex Gibbons, Jane Mayer, and Judy Botts - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Tom Rosata - 64 Low-gross: Bob Jacobs - 92 Birds: Bob Jacobs - #2 Par 5
Back Row L to R: Tom Rosata, Bob Jacobs, and Rex Gibbons. Front Row L to R: Jane Mayer and Judy Botts. Continued on Page18
L to R: New members Russ Turell, Bill Cundy, and Joe DeFeliece.
Saturday, February 2, 2013
Freedom Fairways Play: H-Skins 1st: Jon Blanchard - 4 Skins 2nd: Bill Giblin - 3 Skins 3rd: Mike McClintic and Charlie Brown - Tied at 2 Skins Low-net: Jon Blanchard - 55 Low-gross: Mike McClintic and Joe Blanchard - Tied at 76 Birds: Mike McClintic - #9 Par 4 and #17 Par 4; Mike Dantuano #14 Par 4 and #15 Par 3; Jon Blanchard - #8 Par 3 and #15 Par 3; Bob Hull - #17 Par 4; and Bill Giblin - #5 Par 4.
Accomplished by: vvv William Yost vvv
February 13, 2013
130 Yards-Par 3 9 Iron Course: Cypress #5 Hole Witnessed By: Fletcher Watson, Doug Tanzer and Alan Schickedanz Submitted by: Don Berns
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Kings Point Ladies Nifty Niners
Submitted by Lorraine F. Rings
1/31/13
Tee to Green Flight A Winner: Mary Sundeen 24 Flight B Winners: Dorothy Mulford 30 Susie Potratz 30 Flight C Winner: Barb Nault 37
2/7/13
Best Ball Scramble Four teams tied for first place with a score of 34 Team #1 Shirley Brei Liz Lister Cathy Marquis Betty Irwin
Team #2 Nancy Baron Dorothy Mulford Barb Nault Sally Repetti Team #3 Joyce Bissonette Susie Potratz Rosemarie Quinn Sue Watkins Team #4 Mary Winter Evelyn Gates Lillian Black Lorraine Rings Team #5 with 35 (2nd Place) (Only missed by one point) Bea Angelo Mary Sundeen Karole Reiss
Do You want to see your Golf League Scores & Photos Here? Send them to: news@TheNewsofKingsPoint.com
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Falcon Watch 9 Hole Ladies
Low Putts 1/8/13 1st Flight Walley McIntosh 16 Jabe Boccieri 17 2nd Flight Meg Towner 16 Mary Arpaia 17 Carolyn Schultes 17 3rd Flight Marilyn Mc Cormick 14 Kathy Boccieri 16
Flight B Margie Ditch 156 June Krueger 161 Meg Towner 160 Sue Freed 164 Flight C Rosa Ricciardi 167 Kathy Boccieri 165 Marilyn Mc Cormick 171 Jennie Ryan 175Scramble
First Round Club Championship
1/25/13 Gross 1st Flight 1st Jane Boccieri 42 2nd Walley Mc Intoh 46 3rd Emma Gadd 48 2nd Flight June Kruger 49 Alice Chura 52 Meg Towner 53 Sue Freed 53 3rd Flight Nancy Baron 50 Rosa Riccaddi 52 Kathy Boccieri 54
2/8/13
Tie-1st Mary O’neil 39 Mary Keller Tee Bomba Rosa Ricciardi Tie-1st Emma Gadd 39 Marilyn McCormick Caroln Schultes Terry Wynne Tie-1st Jane Boccieri 39 June Krueger MargieDitch Nancy Baron
Club Gross Championship 2/1/13 Flight A Jane Boccieri 130 Wally McInotosh 146 Kathy Payne 147 Emma Gadd 148
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Continued from Page16
Wednesday, February 13, 2013 Cypress Creek Play: A-Skins Flight #1 1st: Bill Konopasek - 3 Skins 2nd: Syl Amos - 2 Skins 3rd: Steve Parks and Dan Stephens - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Steve Parks - 68 Low-gross: Walt Weldon - 81 Birds: Dan Stephens - #5 Par 4 and #6 Par 3; Walt Weldon - #3 Par 4 and #14 Par 5; Russ Turell - #3 Par 4 & #11 Par 4; Steve Parks - #14 Par 5
Saturday, February 16, 2013
Ladies L to R: Hilde Karl, Jenice Taylor, and Emmy Broscheck. Men L to R: John Apostolou, Doc Lamiano, Brian Dinon, Joe DeFelice, and John Colgren.
Sandpiper - Lakes Palms Play: H-Skins 1st: Bill Konopasek - 2 Skins 2nd: Norm Taylor, Rex Gibbons, Bill Cundy, and Mike Arghittu - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Bill Cundy - 65 Low-gross: Bill Cundy - 88 Birds: Bill Cundy - #18 Par 4 and Bill Konopasek #8 Par 3.
Friday, February 15, 2013
Summerfield Crossings Play: A-Skins 1st: Reggie Ryan, Bill Konopasek, Vic Szymanski, Rog Toussaint, and Doc Lamiano - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Doc Lamiano - 67 Low-gross: Walt Weldon - 84 Birds: Norm Caplette - #1 Par 4; Doc Lamiano - #15 Par 3; and Burt Easter - #1 Par 4 L to R: Bill Konopasek, Syl Amos, Walt Weldon, Steve Parks, & Russ Turell.
Flight #2 1st: Jenice Taylor - 2 Skins 2nd: Emma Broschek, Doc Lamiano, Brian Dinon, John Colgren, and Joe DeFelice - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Emma Broschek - 71 Low-gross: Brian Dinon - 87 Birds: John Apostolou - #3 Par 4, Joe DeFelice - #13 Par 3, Hilde Karl - #6 Par 3, and Jenice Taylor - #6 Par 3.
Syl Amos and Joe DeFelice - Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: Bill Barron, Rex Gibbons, Charlie Brown, and Tom Rosata - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Tom Rosata - 64 Low-gross: Walt Weldon - 83 Birds: Walt Weldon - #13 Par 4 and #15 Par 4; Syl Amos - #9 Par 5; Bill Barron - #15 Par 4; Charlie Brown - #15 Par 3; Russ Turell #6 Par 5; Tom Rosata - #6 Par 5; and #10 Par 5.
Back Row L to R: Burt Easter, Bill Konopasek, Reggie Ryan, and Norm Caplette. Front Row L to R: Rog Toussaint, Walt Weldon, Doc Lamiano, and Vic Szymanski
Community
Health Seminars from
Don’t miss these FREE informative events!
Thursday, March 28 Sun City Center Area Chamber of Commerce Banquet Room 1651 Sun City Center Plaza
Seminars include a question-and-answer period. Seating is limited, so reservations are required. Call Direct DoctorsSM Plus at 941.708.8100 to reserve your spot. Light refreshments will be served. Physicians are on the medical staff of Manatee Healthcare System, but, with limited exceptions, are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of Manatee Healthcare System. The hospitals shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided by physicians.
L to R: Bill Konopasek, Rex Gibbons, Bill Cundy, Norm Taylor, and Mike Arghittu.
Saturday, February 16, 2013
Freedom Fairways Play: H-Skins 1st: Andy Betz - 4 Skins 2nd: Ron Windsor and Bob Hull - Tied at 2 Skins Low-net: Ron Windsor and Bob Hull - Tied at 59 Low-gross: Bob Hull - 77 Birds: Charlie Brown - #4 Par 3; Ron Windsor - #4 Par 3; Andy Betz - #9 Par 4.
Monday, February 18, 2013 Imperial Lakewoods Play: A-Skins 1st: John Westinghouse,
Back Row L to R: John Westinghouse, Walt Weldon, Syl Amos, Charlie Brown, Russ Turell, and Bill Barron. Front Row L to R: Rex Gibbons, Tom Rosata, Joe DeFelice, and Bob Jacobs. Membership is required to play with the Hogans. Please contact us if you are interested in membership in the Hogans at: http://hogans-golf.com The Club is open to all Sun City Center, Kings Point and Associated residents and their guests. Submitted by: Pam Jones
Email: mrspkjones@gmail.com Phone: 813-419-4376.
1:00 p.m. Chronic Back Pain and Osteoporosis Presentation by: Andrew Moulton, MD Sarasota Orthopedic Associates Learn what treatment options are available for those who suffer from chronic back pain and osteoporosis. Dr. Moulton will provide information on what you can do to strengthen your back – starting today.
The Orthopaedic Spine and Joint Center at Lakewood Ranch 2:00 p.m. Heart Disease… Signs and Symptoms Presentation by: Paula Jefferson, RN, BSN Business Development, Heart, Vascular and Imaging Center Services, Manatee Memorial Hospital This seminar will include a “show and tell” time, including sharing what devices are used to treat heart disease, such as a pacemaker and stents. You will be able to see and touch the equipment up close.
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Sun City Center Photo Club Announces Winners The Sun City Center Photo Club is proud to announce the winners of its January Digital Competition. The first place overall winner, receiving a perfect score of thirty, was Ringling Disk Thrower by Rose Stack. Six photographs tied for second place overall with scores of twenty-nine. They were: Let’s Share by Kathy Vitale, Good Morning, St. Pete by Glenn Laucks, Up & Away by Rolf Sulzberger, Slot Canyon Waves by Don Burden, Balloon Over Church Ruin by Matt Batt and University of Tampa in the Round by Robert Winch. In the color division, category first place winners were: Let’s Share by Kathy Vitale (Master), Good Morning, St. Pete by Glenn Laucks (Advanced); Ringling Disk Thrower by Rose Stack (Level 2), Showtime by Robert Trivus (Level 1) and Slot Canyon Waves by Don Burden (Unassigned). In the monochrome division, category winners were: Eifel Tower by Ron Shackleford (Master), Drink by Pat Jones (Level 2), and Steel Curves by Robert Winch (Unassigned). In the creative division, category winners were: Electric Cat by Gayle Fischer (Master), Downtown Tampa After Dark by Bill Leasy (Advanced), Balloon Over Church Ruins by Matt Batt (Level 2), and University of
Tampa in the Round by Robert Winch (unassigned). Winning photos are displayed on the SCC Photo Club at http:// www.photoclubscc.com and will be shown in the Photo Club window display in the Atrium. For more information on the club and its activities, please see our website at http://www. photoclubscc.com or visit the learning lab at 960D Cherry Hills Drive. Dues for the 2013 year remain at $20 per person or $30 per household couple and provide access to club activities, competitions and classes as well as the photo lab with computers, scanners and large format printers.
Up & Away by Rolf Sulzberger.
Good Morning, St. Pete by Glenn Laucks.
See Spot.
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Slot Canyon Waves by Don Burden.
Ringling Disk Thrower by Rose Stack.
See your Dermatologist.
Call for your FREE Skin Cancer Screening 813-634-1455 Do you belong to a club or organization who wants to be well fed?? If so, we offer a FREE informative lecture about skin cancer. Buffet and refreshments are provided.
Sun City Center • 4002 Sun City Center Blvd Unit 102 • 813-634-1455
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UCC Guest Speaker
On March 3, 2013, United Community Church at 1501 La Jolla Avenue, Sun City Center will welcome Rev. Linn Possell to be guest speaker at the 10:00 a.m. worship service. She is the author of “Alzheimer’s A Beautiful Spirit Celebrated” and will speak about dementia and how she was able to celebrate her mother’s illness, which changed her life for the better. That day we will serve a light lunch in Great Hall directly after worship. We ask that you call the church office (634-1304) or e-mail to UCC1@verizon.net to let us know you’ll be attending. We need a count for the lunch. No tickets are required, however, donations for the lunch will be accepted. Rev Linn Possell is the Consultant for Older Adult Ministry with the Florida Conference of the United Church of Christ. She helps local churches better serve and engage the 60-and-better population by providing training in congregational care, intergenerational programming, and facilitating workshops in spiritual connectedness and offering resources to local clergy. She has been an ordained minister for ten years, is the founding pastor of Hope Unites United Church of Christ in Orlando FL, is a Reiki Master, and leads workshops on communication, consensus building, and problem-solving for both the UCC and her local school districts. She has been counseling and providing support for families who have been affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia for the past four years and manages a Facebook caregiver support group. Her mother was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia in 2006. Linn is an ultra runner and combines her love of running with raising awareness and funds for difficulties that many people face. She ran 100 miles in Africa for her niece, who has JRA, ran the Lake Tahoe Triple Marathon for a friend in her church with ALS and ran the 2012 Disney Marathon for the Alzheimer’s Association and in memory of her mom.
March, 2013
Redeemer Women to Meet
The women’s organization of Redeemer Lutheran Church (Women of the ELCA) will meet on Wednesday, March 20th beginning with refreshments at 9:30 AM. The program will be a presentation provided by the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranch. Everyone is invited to attend and learn more about their program and the phenomenal improvements they are able to make in the lives of troubled boys. For more information, call 813-634-1292.
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship The March service programs for the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Sun City Center will be: Mar. 7 Rev. Robert Tucker, PhD., Unitarian Minister, ‘In God We Trust?’ Mar. 14 Dr. Hal Ott, Ruskin Veterinarian, ‘Haiti Revisited - Three Years post Earthquake.’ Mar. 21 Mrs. Betty Flora, SCC Resident, ‘Atheism’ Mar. 28 Fellowship Annual Meeting & Election of Officers The Fellowship meets Thursdays at 7:00 PM in the Henry Gibson social hall at the Beth Israel synagogue on Del Webb Blvd., East. All are welcome.
Souper Bowl at St. John Episcopal
Called to Care Ministry Team
MINISTRY TEAM Aileen Srinivasan, Coordinator and Ministry Team Beverly Bassette, Doris Cline, Lee Cline, Maggie Forth, Ron Forth, Jean Fortier, Carolyn Gordon, Shirley Harris, Terry Hood, Mary Houston, Linda Jester, Marlus Johns, Jane Kutsch, Karl Buffington, Ruth Ann Phelan, Carolyn Salsbury, Mary Reter, Robert Reter, Barbara Schuler, Joy Trimble, Bill Webster, Nancy Wyrick, Christine Zewin.
The United Community Church, www.uccsuncity.org, 1501 La Jolla Avenue, Sun City Center commissioned a new ministry team during a recent Sunday service. This very important ministry visits and gives care to the shut-ins, homebound and hospitalized church family.
Join us in a celebration of faith
St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb W., Sun City Center is pleased to sponsor and host the fifteenth annual “St. Andrew & Friends” Sacred Music Concert on Sunday, March 10, 3:00 p.m. Once again the sanctuary will resound with the voices of more than 80 singers, representing sixteen congregations from Sun City Center, Apollo Beach, Brandon, Parrish and Ruskin as they join their voices for this beloved yearly celebration. Rita Hughes, Music Director at St. Andrew will direct. A multi-talented husband and Rita Hughes, Music Director wife team, Dr. Jo-Anne Winslow, organist and Robert Winslow, pianist will accompany. Once again, the Winslows will treat you to an offertory organ/piano duet, which promises to lift your spirit through music. You will also be invited to add your voice to those of the chorus in singing beloved hymns of faith. “St. Andrew & Friends” presents this concert as a free gift and no tickets are necessary. Please plan to arrive early to allow yourself sufficient time to park, find the seat of your choice and visit with other concertgoers. For more information please call the church office at 813-634-1252.
BETH ISRAEL The Jewish Congregation of Sun City Center, 1115 Del Webb Blvd. E. Sun City Center (813)634-2590
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On Sunday, February 3 the youth of St. John the Divine Episcopal Church at both campuses (Ruskin and Sun City Center) attended all 3 services to collect donations for this year’s SOUPER BOWL OF CARING. Our collection will go for a “shopping trip” for the Lord’s Lighthouse Mission for the items they need the most for the needy and homeless of South County!
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Adopt a Friend That C.A.R.E.s
Wyatt is an adorable Lab/ Terrier mix with an awesome personality. This little peanut was found in a dumpster at Wal-Mart. What a crime! Wyatt doesn’t hold any grudges. He loves everyone and is a big cuddle muffin. We have also noticed that he knows how to entertain himself. He brings his toys into his big bed and plays. Wyatt is really a fantastic pup! He is a puppy so please only apply if you are ready to invest the time and energy required. Wyatt deserves a forever home. As part of his adoption, Wyatt will be neutered, microchipped, and brought current on his shots. DOB: December 2, 2012.
C.A.R.E. is open 10 AM to 3 PM on Tues. thru Sat. For directions visit: www.CareShelter.org or call 813-645-2273
Meepers is an adorable little lady who just happens to have feline imunodeficiency Virus. Meepers is a special cat in need of a special home. She was found as a drop off in a feral cat colony that she didn’t belong to. She came to our shelter in March 2010 ready to deliver kittens and she was just a kitten herself. After delivering six beautiful babies she was diagnosed with Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV). Cats with FIV can live for several years without symptoms. Treatment consists of good nourishment, protection from stress and infectious disease, and management of secondary conditions. Meepers should be in a home with no other cats. The main route of transmitting the disease is through biting and breeding. She has been spayed and is current on vaccines. She needs to be kept indoors because immuno-suppressed cats are more susceptible to infection. In the right environment, Meepers quality of life could be good for many years. DOB: November 2, 2009.
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BRH Urologist, Mark Baker, MD First in the Area to Use Robotic Assisted Surgery With FireFly Fluorescence & Zero Ischemia Technique
Brandon Regional Hospital announces that urologist Mark Baker, MD is the first surgeon in the area to use FireFly Fluorescence imaging to remove kidney tumors with the da Vinci® Surgical Robotic System for kidney cancer while leaving the healthy portion of the kidney in place. FireFly technology allows for partial nephrectomies which allows for the surgeon to remove just the diseased portion as opposed to the entire kidney. The FireFly Fluorescence Imaging System allows surgeons to see exactly where the healthy kidney stops and the unhealthy kidney (tumor) begins by illuminating the healthy tissue using a special dye that is injected intravenously during the surgery. Brandon Regional Hospital’s urologists can perform the surgery more safely and with less blood loss, resulting in a shorter hospital stay and quicker recovery. Using the FireFly Fluorescence Imaging along with zero ischemia method, Dr. Baker is able to carefully map and remove the tumor without stopping the blood flow, maximizing renal function without compromising cancer control. “In the past we had to pack ice around kidneys or make a hypothermic where you would basically deep freeze the kidney or where you would operate on the kidney and have no blood flow. Now we use warm ischemia: the kidney is still staying the same temperature with blood flow to it. Using FireFly Fluorescence Imaging we get fluorescent contrast and we know that the artery we are clamping is the same one where the mass is and it allows you to remove that mass while still allowing blood flow to other parts of the kidney,” said Dr. Mark Baker.
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Physicians Discuss Joint Pain & Cancer Prevention
South Bay Hospital will host free Dine with the Doctor seminars featuring information on treatment options for those suffering from joint pain and a discussion on the importance of colorectal cancer screenings. On March 12th, at 5:00 p.m., Dr. Robert Maddalon, Orthopedic Surgeon, will facilitate an information session titled “Arthritis Treatments and Hip Replacements.” Dr. Maddalon will discuss the causes, prevention and treatment of hip arthritis. On March 21st, at noon, Dr. Ashok Dhaduvai, Gastroenterologist, will facilitate an information session in honor of Colorectal Cancer Awareness month titled “The Importance of Colorectal Cancer Screenings.” Dr. Dhaduvai will discuss how colorectal cancer can be prevented through screening and early detection. Both seminars will take place at the South Bay Hospital Medical Auditorium, 1901 Haverford Plaza, Suite 106, Sun City Center. A light meal will be served and reservations are required. For more information, or to make a reservation for the free seminars, call 1-888-685-1595.
Emergency Squad Receives $5000 Grant
The SCC Emergency Squad has just received a grant from the Florida Department of Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Oversight Prevention Program to prepare and implement a fall prevention education program in the SCC community. Last year the Squad was called to over Picture from left to right: Bev LeDoux, EMT and 6,500 emergencies. Robin Watt, EMT. Approximately 40% of these calls were for falls. Fortunately, many people only need assistance getting back on their feet or into a chair. However, all too often, those who have fallen once will experience a second or third fall, usually with injuries. As part of our mission of “Neighbors Helping Neighbors”, we’d like to see this number reduced. The Squad’s Fall Prevention Team is led by Robin Watt, EMT and includes Jenny Casey, retired nurse and EMT, Beverly LeDoux, EMT, Mary Soja, retired nurse and Professor of Nursing, Margo Warner, retired Physical Therapist and Russ Girghenti, EMR. The group will be making fall prevention presentations throughout the community to clubs, church groups, and Home Owners Associations. If you are interested in scheduling a presentation for your organization, please call the Squad at 813-633-1411.
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At the March 6 meeting, The Computer Club will feature a presentation by the “Geeks on tour”, a husband and wife team who tour the country by RV, explaining PC topics. You will learn how to develop your very own BLOG. And, they are prepared to explain many other topics. Come than meet this very interesting couple, and learn a few new facts about your PC. The meeting will begin at 7:30 PM in the Florida Room. All Sun City Center and Kings Point residents are invited. For membership and meeting information, contact Gary Smith at 480-2753.
Kiwanis Club plans “Evening in Tuscany!”
Kiwanis Club of South Shore will hold annual Fund Raiser. This year the theme is “Evening in Tuscany!” The Italian Dinner will be held on Thursday March 7th, 2013 at the Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd., Sun City Center, FL from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Along with the fine meal, there will be a Wine Pull and Entertainment. Funds generated from this Fund Raiser will go to help the Kiwanis Club sponsorship of various Kids programs here in South Shore. Currently the Club supports the Terrific Kids at all 10 Elementary schools, K-Kids at Apollo Beach, Corr and Doby Elementary Schools, Kiwanis Builders Club at Eisenhower Middle School and Kiwanis Key Club at Lennard High School. The Kiwanis Club of South Shore is working to make Children Priority One and helping develop future leaders with knowledge and expertise in Community Service. Tickets are available at the SCCCA Kiosk weekdays from 9:00 am to Noon and they are also available at the SCC Chamber of Commerce. For more information, please contact Kiwanian Jim Elliott, Chair of the Fund Raising Committee 813-634-7589.
International Forum to Discuss Rising Democracies Submitted by Pat Diehl
The International Forum announces a panel discussion on “Rising Democracy in North Africa and the Middle East” on Friday, March 8, 2013 from 9:30-11:30 a.m.in the Florida Room of the Atrium building off North Pebble Beach Blvd. The program will feature three panelists including U.S. Navy Commander Philip Kapusta who will speak about the impact of the “Arab Spring” on U.S. national security. Commander Kapusta is currently assigned as a strategic planner in the Special Operations Command Also speaking is Joe Menasce who will focus on Egypt’s recent history leading to Mubarack’s reign and the Egyptian uncompleted revolution with its possible outcomes. Born in Egypt, Joe teaches classes in areas related to the Middle East. The third panelist is Colonel Rick White (US Army, Ret), formerly attached to the U.S. Embassy in India and Afghanistan, who will address the implications of the evolving situation in the Middle East on South Asia. A question and answer period will follow the presentation.
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B U L L E T I N Kings Point Quilters
Kings Point Quilters presents “Color Our World With Quilts”, the 3rd Biennial Quilt Show. This will be held in the Banquet Room and the East/West Social Room at the North Clubhouse on March 8, 2013, from 9 AM until 3 PM. On March 8, you can -- enjoy the display and vote for your favorite quilt, view our Opportunity Quilt, shop in the Boutique, learn about a new technique, and have refreshments – all for FREE! Come one, come all!
SCC Synchronized Swimmers
L to R Front: Mary Bergquist, Deanna Pachler, Lorraine Lowell, Karen Jones, Kathy Thomas, Ann Hoffman, Verlee Clinefelter, Dottie Blanchard. L to R Back:Judy Quitsch, Pat Rippel, Carolyn Pate, Rosemary CollinsRiley, Ginny Williams, Joanna Greer, Barbara D’Entremont, Sue Muise, Ilona Meritt Missing from photo Lynn Bentz, Dana Ellerbrook.
The Sun City Center Synchronized Swimmers will present their annual swim show at the SCC Atrium indoor lap pool located at 961 North Course Lane (off North Pebble Beach Blvd) on March 9, 2013. Planning and rehearsals for the show began early in the fall, with the swim dancers practicing three times a week. Choreography for each song was done by individual swim dancers interpreting the music combining swimming, rhythm and dancing. Each presentation and interpretation of music can be performed by a few or many swimmers and the Swim Dancers work as a team to produce this annual show. Donations will remain at $2.00 and tickets will be available at the Atrium kiosk Monday through Friday from 9:00 A.M. until noon the week of March 4, 2013 or from any swim dancer. The focus of this year’s show is a water theme and the songs all are related to water. Favorite songs such as, “Raindrops Keep Falling on MY Head,” and “Yellow Submarine” will be featured by the Swim Dancers. The special returning guests this year will be the Aquatic Dancers from the Villages, who have a unique precision style of swimming. This group has been well received by audiences in the past. Several new swimmers will be swimming with the Swim Dancers. The Swim Dancers welcome anyone interested to join them as a member of the club. For further information about the club, please call President Ginny Williams at 634-1710.
Introduction To Computers
A four session class, on four consecutive weeks. Your choice of: March 11, 18, 25, April 1 or March 13, 20, 27, and April 3. Classes will be held in the Computer Club Classroom in the Atrium Building. Register any day, except Sunday, at the Classroom, 12:30 – 5:00 PM. Due to the popularity of these classes, and an enrollment limitation of 10 students per class, early registration is recommended. These classes are open to any Sun City Center or Kings Point resident. For further information regarding the Computer Club’s Educational Programs, call Bob Wehrle, 633-4516 or email bcwehrle@tampabay.rr.com.
SCC Photo Club Competition March 12
The Sun City Center Photo Club is holding its first full photo competition on Tuesday, March 12 at 6:30 p.m. in the Caper Room. This is a great opportunity for community members to view digital and print photographs taken by our talented photographers. Media show “shorts”, created by our photographers, will also be shown. At 6:30 p.m., we will begin with our media shows on a wide-range of topics. The judging of print and digital photographs begins immediately following. There will be three trained in-houses judges for this event. Community members and guests are welcome to attend. For more information on the club and its activities, please see our website at http://www.photoclubscc.com or visit the learning lab at 960D Cherry Hills Drive. Dues for the 2013 year remain at $20 per person or $30 per household couple and provide access to club activities, competitions and classes as well as the photo lab with computers, scanners and large format printers.
Hula Honeys Buzz Off to Parrish
The Hula Honeys group (led by Darlene Walters in Kings Point) were invited to perform at a charity dinner and silent auction at River Wilderness Golf & Country Club in Parrish recently where they entertained a very appreciative crowd with a variety of Hawaiian dances. Their next public appearance will be at the Queens Luncheon in Kings Point on March 13th - if you don’t book them for your own function before then! Pictured left to right are Linda Hawken, Malia Bosch, Joan Leombruno, Linda Schuler, Vicky Bittner and Sylvia Eddens, in traditional pa’u skirts and tops made by Malia. For information about the group or to book a performance, contact Darlene at 813-633-6839.
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B U L L E T I N Meeting Southshore Democratic Club
The South Shore Democratic Club will meet on March 12 at the South Shore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way in Ruskin. The speaker is Patrick Manteiga, a well know commentator, editor and publisher of La Gaceta, and frequent guest on TV. He will discuss issues and options facing Democrats in 2014. For convenience of members who are unable to attend daytime meetings, this event will be held in the evening stating with refreshments at 6 o’clock. The meeting will start at 6:30. All Democrats and Independents are welcome.
All That Jazz
The Kings Point Jazz Lovers group will be enjoying another afternoon of jazz listening on March 15th from 2:00 to 4:00pm in the South Social Room of the Main Clubhouse. Come and join us for a great afternoon. All Jazz Lovers are welcome. For more information contact: Bill Ferron, 938-3571 or email at bferron2@tampabay.rr.com.
Eagle Audubon Society Film
The Eagle Audubon Society of Kings Point announces the third and final film of its 30th season, entitled “It’s Great! Britain” to be presented on Saturday, March 16th at 7:30 PM in the Borini Theater of the KP Clubhouse. The film promises a rather expansive view of Great Britain (England, Scotland & Wales) as narrated by a former long-time resident and frequent visitor to that land, Monty Brown. As a person trained in theater and a musical performer with his wife Marsha, we may expect to experience some musical interludes along with some unusual sights of this oft-visited country. The general public is welcome and tickets are just $7.50 and are available at the KP Box Office M-F or just before the performance.
Irish Connection St. Patrick’s Day Dinner & Entertainment
Fri, March 17 - 6PM-9PM in the Community Hall. Traditional corned beef dinner catered by Doug Hitchings’ Fun With Food Catering. Solid Gold Entertainment show and Linda & Wayne Conklin playing pre and during dinner. BYOB. Door prizes. Ticket cost $20 for Members and $25 for Guests, on sale in Atrium kiosk from 9 AM -12 noon each day on Mon-Feb 25, Wed-Feb 27, Fri-Mar 1, Mon-Mar 4, Wed-Mar 6, and Fri-Mar 8. For more information, call Phyllis Colleran, 813-6343308 or Fred Lofland, 813-600-7415.
AMICI Club
The AMICI Club meeting in the Kings Point Clubhouse featured education about the Sienna Palio. The city of Sienna, Italy, has a Palio (horse race) twice a year. Each neighborhood sponsors a horse, has its own colors, plans parties and arrives at the race to cheer their steed on to victory. The race is conducted in the town piazza and people from the surrounding area as well as tourists enjoy the race and festivities. After introducing the Palio to its members and guests, the club conducted its own Palio with horses named for Kings Point Associations. An entertaining and educational evening ended with wine and Italian cookies. The next event will be AMICI’s annual St. Joseph’s Day dinner. The dinner will take place on March 19th at 6pm in the Kings Point Clubhouse Banquet Room. Tickets will be available to members ($3) and one guest ($5). For information on tickets and an Italian dish to share call Arnie 634-0955
Canadian Club Dinner And Dance
The Canadian Club of Kings Point will host a Dinner and Dance in the Borini Theatre on Thursday March 21. All Canadians residing in Kings Point and Sun City Center, including their friends, are invited to attend. Live entertainment provided by “Elvis” (Billy Lindsey). Catered meal provided by “Banquet Masters“. Doors open at 5pm, dinner at 6pm.Tickets are $15.00 - available at the Feb 24th Golf Tournament, 2 PM Feb 26th at the General Meeting in the Borini Theatre, or March 4 and March 7 at the Kings Point North Clubhouse Lobby between 10am and noon. Book your table soon, ticket are limited and deadline is Tuesday March 7th. For info phone Ken 6429932 or Bob 419-4734.
St Paddy Day Saturday Nite Line Dance
WHEN:................. March 16,2013, $5.00pp TIME:.................... 6:30pm to 9:30pm WHERE:................ Kings Point Studio TICKETS:............... Call 633-7173 or purchase at door DOORS OPEN:.... 6:00 PM. B.Y.O.B. and snacks Line Dance Instructor: Darlene
KP Line Dancers
On Wed March 27, 7 PM to 10 PM, let’s all be Irish for a day, at a FREE St Patrick’s Day line dance party sponsored by the KP Line Dancers. You do not need to purchase a ticket, but you must sign in upon arrival at the Borini Theatre. Open to KP and SCC residents and their guests. BYOB and setups. New to line dancing? It’s OK, come and see what line dancing is all about. Couples are always welcome. Lots of room to dance. Come one and all to have a good time, dance to all genres of music, plus we’ll do an Irish jig. Call Jan for info 634-6226.
Kings Point Krafter’s Spring Sale
The Kings Point Krafter’s will be holding their annual Spring Sale on Wednesday, March 27, 2013. It will be held in the Craft Room in the North Club House from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. All crafts are hand made and all proceeds go to our local charities. Everybody is welcome to attend the sale. We look forward to seeing you. If you have any questions please feel free to contact June Crittenden at 813-634-3519.
Moonglow Dance Club
The Moonglow Ballroom Dance Club will feature the Live Music of “The Mellotones” at their monthly dance on Thursday March 28th. Please join us at Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. for dancing and/or listening from 7:30-9:30 pm. Dressy Casual. BYOB with cups, ice, water & napkins provided. Singles Table(s) available. Club Members are FREE and Visitors/Guests pay $5.00 per person at the door. Our 2013 Dance Schedule lists the great lineup of “Live Musicians” we have booked for your dancing and listening pleasure. Current Members are requested to pay your Dues, if you have not yet done so. We always welcome new members, so encourage your friends and neighbors to join too! Those who have fond memories of our “SCC Big Band Dances” will discover that the Musicians at Moonglow Dances will be playing some of the same melodies. We still offer the same Amazing Bargain of 12 monthly dances to Live Music for $25.00 per person payable by check to Moonglow Dance Club. If you think that you can’t Ballroom Dance, remember we are not “Dancing with the Stars”. We each enjoy doing whatever our bodies allow us to do, in time to the varied music we have from different Live Musicians every month. No one will be judging your performance, so just come and have fun dancing your own style to live music. For more information please call 813-633-1297 OR 813-642-8845. If you would like to receive our complete 2013 schedule online you may send email to gail3357@gmail.com.
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B U L L E T I N Kings Point Dance Club News
Men’s Club Donates to Library
The Kings Point dance club annual dinner dance and election of officers for 2013 - 2014 was held February 12 in the Kings Point Borini Theater. Pictured are the new officers (from left to right): Judy Boyer, membership Vice President; Betti Peyton, social Vice President; Judy Fenwick, secretary-treasurer and George Fenwick serving his third year as President. Dances are held monthly, October thru April, and are open to all Kings Point Residents. Members free, guest couples $l0. The dance club is always looking for new members. If interested, please contact Judy Boyer at 813-938-3187 for information. The next two dances will be held March 19 and April 9. Come join the fun and camaraderie, as you dance to a variety of dance bands.
Jim Rottman, Men’s Club President, present a check for $ 1000 to Connie Guerra and library co-chairs Leona Pettigrew and Ruth Lanouette. Ruth is a 20-year volunteer at the library.
Submitted by Judy Fenwick
Ron Shackelford Featured Photographer at the Sun City Center Chamber of Commerce
Ron Shackelford is the featured photographer for the SCC Photo Club’s monthly display at the SCC Chamber of Commerce in March. Ron has been an active member of the SCC Photo Club for several years. Ron has won many awards in state and local competitions. He won the club’s Best of the Best competition in December with his photo Watching Over Parliament. Ron has traveled extensively and his photos reflect the landscapes and people of those travels. His exhibit is entitled Worth a Thousand Words and will feature many of his awardwinning photos. Please come to the opening of his display at the SCC Chamber of Commerce between 3:30 pm and 4:30 pm on March 14th to meet him and enjoy some wine and cheese. Her photographs will be on display through April 10th. For more information on the SCC Photo Club and its activities, please see our website at www.photoclubscc.com or visit the photo learning lab at 960D Cherry Hills Drive.
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Irish Connection Visit to Elmira’s Wildlife Sanctuary Recap
The Irish Connection Social Club traveled to Elmira’s Wildlife Sanctuary on Friday, Feb 8th, for a tour of the beautiful exotic animals on display in their permanent home. Elmira director, Robin Greenwood, and tour guides, Brenda Roshaven and Bob Bizzano, gave excellent stories of the life of these animals. Some sad and some good but all showing the results of many hours of TLC. From the playful grizzly (yes, the matriarch bear is “Elmira”), to the noisy cockatoos, to the feisty lemurs, it could be love at first sight for many animal lovers. The animals are not taken on tours nor used for breeding. Can you imagine fixing lunch for 49 growling stomachs? The display is the perfect place for the Young bear at Elmira’s Wildlife grandkids to be taken to see large Sanctuary greeting visitors. cats up close. Everyone at the Elmira Sanctuary is a volunteer and they operate on donations of time and money. They have never had a black mark given to them by the State in their years of existence. This is a 5013C charitable program, fully deductible. Elmira’s also has a “Wish List” if anyone is interested in donating items needed. For more information, visit http://www.elmiraswildlife. org The Irish Connection wishes to thank the staff for the special White tiger loves to greets visitors at Friday showing. Normally, the Elmira’s Wildlife Sanctuary. Sanctuary is open for tours to the public on Saturdays and the first Sunday of the month.
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B U L L E T I N The Irish Connection Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance Recap
IBM Grant Funds Substance Abuse Classes For Hope Fund Children
Two Kings Point residents, Rosie Clifton and Bob DeVagno, join forces to educate children enrolled in The Hope Fund program about the dangers of substance abuse. The course is one of several that will be taught using a $1,500 grant that Rosie Clifton received from her former employer, IBM, for her volunteer work. The Hope Fund Bill and Phyllis Colleran, Irish for the Children in Wimauma is Connection Social. a service project focus of the Ninety Seven Members and Education Committee of the Rosie Clifton greets Bob DeVagno before his substance abuse class Guests of the Sun City Center Irish GFWC SCC Woman’s Club. for the children in The Hope Fund Connection enjoyed a lovely Rosie said, “Watching Bob program in Wimauma. Chuck and Rita, Entertainment. Valentine’s Day Dinner prepared DeVagno, teach 10 to 12 year olds by Mary Stewart Catering followed by lively dancing with spectacular about the dangers of alcohol intoxication, it is clear he has many music presented by Chuck and Rita, memorable “World Class” years of teaching experience. He obviously enjoys interacting with entertainers. Many door prizes were won and included donations the children. He uses all sorts of teaching aids, including humor, by the SCC Ceramics Club, China Paints, Sunset Grill, and the Irish impromptu skits, written and oral quizzes, healthy food rewards and Connection. A major announcement was made by President Fred homework to make his points.” Lofland in regards to an Irish Trip that is in the planning stages for Carla Miles, president of The Hope Fund, needed a volunteer September 2013. to teach a sex, drug and alcohol prevention program to children Anyone who is Irish, those of Irish Extraction, or anyone who has an enrolled in the after-school and summer programs in Wimauma. interest in Ireland, are welcome to join the Irish Connection Club. Bob DeVagno was recommended. Carla said that The Hope Fund The club was formed with the object to promote all things Irish, is very fortunate to have someone with Bob’s experience to teach including Culture, History, and Music. For membership information, this program. The class will also cover nutrition, family life, selfcall Bonnie Matthys, Membership Chairman, at 813.642.8663. esteem, first aid and human sexuality. Bob taught elementary and high school students in Catholic and public schools in New York and Connecticut for 35 years and worked for the New York Public Trio of Council Members Spread the Word Health Department before retiring to Sun City Center.
Organ-Keyboard Club Elects Officers
Photo: L. to R. Jim Rottman, New President SCC Men’s Club, Lew Ressequie, Council Member, Barbara VanEycken, Council Member, Walt Cawein, Council Member all of the Community Foundation of Greater SCC and Don Murphy, VP Programs SCC Men’s Club.
At a recent meeting of the SCC Men’s Club a trio of Council Members of the Community Foundation of Greater Sun City Center addressed the SCC Men’s Club about the history and the many projects that are funded by this treasure of an organization though grants and endowments. They also encouraged SCC Men’s Club members to consider how they could become involved and make future contributions. For more information on the SCC Men’s Club contact John Armstrong, VP Membership at (813) 634-6434.
Kings Point Chorus Concert April 6
Kings Point Chorus will present A MUSICAL SPLASH INTO SPRING on April 6, 2013 at 6 pm in Borini Theatre in the North Clubhouse. Seating will be cabaret-style with ice and water furnished at each table. BYOB. Tickets are on sale for six dollars at Kings Point box office or from Chorus members. You can purchase tickets at the door, but cannot be assured table seating. There will be bleacher seats. Tram service for Kings Point residents is available if enough people sign up 10 days in advance. Charles Wirick will direct this delightful array of music, accompanied by Ruth Hewitt. There will be choral arrangements from “South Pacific” to rock ‘n roll. Also, we have planned some funny surprises. Don’t miss this concert. You will enjoy it! For more information, call Brenda at 447-0388.
Scandinavian Club News
The Scandinavian Club of Sun City Center is having its traditional Show & Tell at its March get-together, which due to Easter is moved to Monday April 1. It will be in the CA Florida Room at 12 noon. Members will show mementos, hand me downs, old books and pictures relating to our Scandinavian heritage. Pieces of traditional country costumes (folksdräkt, bunad) are outstanding showpieces. Better still if you can put one on. Refreshments will be a light lunch including wine & cheese. Attendance is open to all for a charge. Reservations are not required. If your heritage is Scandinavian and you are interested in joining the club, you can contact us at scandiscc@gmail.com or call Fritz Brinck at 813.260.3422. The Florida Room is in the CA Atrium on North Course Lane off North Pebble Beach Blvd.
Pictured are from left to right Mira Beck, secretary, Linda Hawken, president, Barb Carlini, vice-president, Myrna Crowley, librarian, and seated is Al Larcher, director. Not pictured Bob Mulcahy. The club meets every Thursday at 9am, group lesson at 9:30 in the Florida Room. $3 covers lesson & music, yours to keep. No instrument needed. Call Barb Carlini for more information 813 633 2022.
KPAL’s “Artist of the Month” is Sandy McDermott Submitted by Kathy Pruschen, KPAL Newsletter/Publicity
Sandy is a snowbird from Massachusetts. She is a retired elementary school teacher, having worked for 33 years in Taunton. Sandy and her husband came to FL in 2005. She began art lessons with Diane Simon in 2008, and fell in love with watercolor painting. Through the last few years she has taken classes with Sue Corbet, Lynne Bremmerman, Ann Abgott, Jerry Chesley, and most recently with Tom Haverfield. Sandy has dabbled in many classes here in Kings Point, including pottery, wire wrapping jewelry, and cabbing. Always an avid crafter, she was a basket maker, wood working enthusiast, and sewing hobbyist back home. Sandy’s colorful watercolor paintings will be displayed in the Art Studio window in the Kings Point North Clubhouse during the month of March. Please take a moment to stop by and admire them.
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B U L L E T I N British Connection News
Sun City Center Bridge Tournament
The British Connection’s Members and Guests were “reeling” with The Sarasota Scottish Country Dancers at their January event held on the 22nd in the Florida Room. A bountiful hearty dinner of United Kingdom specialties was enjoyed by all, followed by the dancers’ performance to wonderful rousing music and a few lively dances with audience participation. The British Connection is open to all residents and guests of Sun City Center, including Kings Point, Freedom Plaza, Sun City Towers, and Aston Gardens. For additional information, contact Kathy Howell 567.3358.
Italian Heritage Sandwich Night
The Americans of Italian Heritage Club will have their Sandwich Night on Thursday, April 18th. It will be held at the KP Borini Theater. The doors will open at 5:00 PM. The sandwiches will be served at 5:30 PM. Music for your dancing and listening. We will have pizza from East Coast Pizza including their salad. The sandwiches will be from East Coast Pizza. The choices are: Chicken Parmigiana, meatball, sausage, pepper & onion and eggplant parmigiana. There will also be house or Caesar salad. There will also be beer, coffee, tea and soda. BYOB. The coast is $13 for members and $15 for nonmembers. Everyone will have a seat. Tables of 8, kindly mail your checks in together. Please mail your check made payable to A.I.H. to: Annette Macdonald (633-9697), 2450 Kensington Greens Drive, SCC 33573. Cut-off date is April 12th.
The Sun City Center Bridge Club Annual Sectional tournament was held in the CA Hall on February 8th, 9th and 10th. A total of 264 tables, each with four players, were filled during the three-day period. Lunch was served on the final day, a Swiss team event with more than 190 players participating. SCC resident and bridge club member, Sue Batt was chairman of the event and, with her large group of volunteers, made this a very successful tournament. Pictured above is National bridge director Patty Johnson who travelled from Sebring to direct. Patty is head director for Florida; Sue Batt, the tournament chairman, and Lynn Berg, assistant tournament director who travelled from Deland.
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B U L L E T I N SCC Ceramic Club News
The Sun City Center Ceramic Club recently elected new officers for the coming year. They are from left to right: Dolores Wiggins, 1st Vice President, Pam McCorkle Treasurer, Carol Cook President, Elsie Diel Purchasing Agent (2nd Vice President), Judy Hamilton, Secretary. The Sun City Center Club is open to any SCC CA member with Dues of $20.00 and to Kings Point members with dues of $30.00. The Club is open Monday through Friday 9.a.m. to 4 p.m. It provides an opportunity to learn the basics and advance to various techniques. For information on becoming a member, please call Carol Cook, 813- 633-0293.
Ceramic Club Raffle
This beautiful Garden Fairy Gazing Ball with pedestal, one of the Club’s most popular pieces will be raffled off at Fun Fest on March 16th. Tickets are on sale now at the Ceramic studio Monday thru Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Stop by and get a chance on what could be a great addition to your lawn or home!
Spotlight On Entertainment
The final shows of this year’s Entertainment Season take place this month. Thanks to everyone for making the season such a HUGE success. We would like to give a special thank you to Brandon Honda for their sponsorship of this year’s wine-and-cheese receptions for the Sunday shows. Next year’s schedule will be available at the March shows. There still are some great events coming up. All shows have reserved seating and are open to the public. Tickets are on sale at the Atrium-Kiosk M-W-F, 9:00 a.m.-noon through March 22, then at the Community Association M-W-F, 9:00 a.m.-noon starting March 25. Brochures/flyers are available at Atrium-Kiosk, Community Association Office, Community Hall, and the Kings Point North and South Clubhouses. Info: 813-642-2001. • March 8 (Friday) - Yesterdayze-$17 (7:00 to 10:00 p.m.) Note: This is the last Friday dance/show. BYOB and snacks. • March 24 (Sunday) - Tribute to Roy Orbison and More-$15 (2:30 to 4:30 p.m.) Note: This is the last Sunday show and includes a wineand-cheese reception sponsored by Brandon Honda.
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GFWC SCC Woman’s Club Launches 51st Year of Service Submitted by Roselyn Cruthis, 633-7217 With the January Meeting, GFWC SCC Woman’s Club kicked off its 51st year of service in Sun City Center. President, Jean Smith, welcomed Community Association President, Ed Barnes, who congratulated the club on its many years of service to the community. He stated that the Woman’s Club is the oldest club in Sun City Center. He also praised the club for founding the Sun City Center Library and said that it is a great asset for our residents. The Woman’s Club was founded in 1962, shortly after the first residents moved in. It became a member of the international General Federation of Woman’s Clubs (GFWC) in 1963. In addition to the Library, the Club also started the Meals on Wheels program in Sun City Center in 1973. The Woman’s Club is organized into six areas of interest and community service. Members select the committee(s) they are most interested in. The Arts and Crafts Committee is co chaired by Rosie Clifton and Nancy Russell. Its purpose is to contribute to arts, education and activities in the club and community. This committee organizes the club’s annual arts and crafts competition and provides décor for most meetings and events.
Community Association President, Ed Barnes congratulates Woman’s Club President, Jean Smith on the Club’s 51 years of service to the Sun City Center Community.
The Conservation Committee is chaired Jeanne Nenarella. This committee provides articles in the newsletter about conservation and managing and preserving the environment. They are also responsible for the club’s recycling efforts. Club members recycle greeting cards for nursing homes, Box tops for Education, magazines for the Veterans Hospital, cancelled stamps for the Duval Home, can tabs for the Shriners, and coupons for military families to use in the PX. The Education Committee is co-chaired by Carla Miles and Cyrille Cobe. The focus of this committee is support for The Hope Fund for the children at
Bethune Park in Wimauma. Members serve on the Hope Fund Board and as mentors, tutors and readers for the children. They help with the weekly Kid’s Marathon. They also assist with the Breakfast and Bingo fundraisers and provide gifts for the children at Christmas time. The ESO Book Club is another component of the Education Committee. Members read, exchange and discuss books and sponsor an annual Author’s Luncheon. They also collect Pennies for Books, which are donated to the Wimauma Elementary School Media Center. The International Outreach Committee is chaired by June Wallace. This committee is dedicated to increasing community awareness and information for Human Trafficking prevention projects. Tampa Bay is #3 in US cities in all forms of Human Trafficking. June is the Facilitator for the Tampa Bay Community Campaign Against Human Trafficking. They are sponsoring Ladies and Men’s Golf Tournaments on March 6 at Sandpiper and Falcon Watch to raise funds for “Bridging Freedom” Child Sex Trafficking Victim Shelter. Public Issues advocates for veterans and develops programs and projects related to citizenship. Uta Kuhn,
President of the Patriots Club guides this committee. The Patriots Club is responsible for the American Flags that fly on 674 and the recognition programs for veterans on military holidays. The Charitable Service committee/Meals on Wheels, is co-chaired by Sharon Nathan and Angela Maze. The committee works in collaboration with Samaritan Services, who handle reservations and billing; South Bay Hospital, where the meals are prepared; and an extensive network of service clubs and churches to organize volunteer drivers to deliver the hot meals to shut-ins in the SCC community. All Sun City Center and Kings Point, women are invited to join the Woman’s Club. Luncheon meetings are held on the third Thursday of the month September through May. Reservations are required. For information, please contact the membership chair, Peggy Person, 633-0255.
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LTC Paul Wheat, USA, (Ret) received a Certificate of Appreciation from the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) meeting held at the North Side Atrium building on February 6th 2003. Paul is the immediate past president of the SCC Chapter of MOAA, and was awarded the certificate for his Photo by Frank Kepley outstanding leadership LTC Paul Wheat (Ret) and SCC MOAA Presiand willingness to dent Tom Kilbourne. provide considerable time and extensive efforts to the organization, despite his significant involvement in many other veterans organizations and causes.
Air Force General Hatch is Speaker at ANA March meeting Submitted by Barry J Dyer, LT USN (Ret.)
Monroe W. Hatch, Jr., General, USAF (Ret.) to speak at The Silver Osprey Squadron (Association of Naval Aviation) luncheon meeting on Friday, March 8, at The Freedom Plaza Club, 3932 Upper Creek Drive, Sun City Center. The title of his presentation is “Looking Back and Looking Ahead”. His remarks will be focused on his own experience over fifty years, and thoughts about what lies ahead for the U.S. Q&A is encouraged. General Hatch, born in New Orleans, LA, actually started his career in the US Navy as a midshipman in 1951 at the U.S. Naval Academy. He graduated in 1955. Until the new Air Force Academy graduated its first class in 1959, West Point and Annapolis each sent 20 percent of their graduatesGeneral Hatch to be commissioned as 2nd Lieutenants in the US Air Force. During his career, his other education included earning a Masters degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Oklahoma in 1969, and study at the National War College in 1974. General Hatch started his Air Force career as a tactical missile guidance officer at Sembach Air Base in Germany. He then went to pilot training and subsequently amassed more than 6,000 flying hours in the B-47 Stratojet, B-52 Stratofortress, and CT-39 Sabreliner. He held numerous SAC staff positions which led to Commander 14th Air Division, Beale AFB; Chief of Staff, Strategic Air Command; Inspector General, U.S. Air Force; and in his final assignment, he served as Vice Chief of Staff, U.S. Air Force from 1987 to 1990. After retiring from the U.S. Air Force, General Hatch became the Executive Director of the 150,000-member Air Force Association serving until late 1995. He and his wife currently reside in Clifton, VA and for two winter months, here in Sun City Center. Hospitality Hour is at 11:30 a.m. followed by lunch at 12:00 p.m. and Presentation at 12:30 p.m. You do not have to be former military to attend. The only requirement is that you have an interest in military aviation. For reservation information, contact Tom Harding at 813-634-1236 or e-mail at tharcons@aol.com. Reservations and checks ($17) must be received no later than Wed. March 6, 2013.
Chief of Recreation Therapy at Haley VA to speak at MOAA luncheon Submitted by B. Frank Kepley, CAPT, USN, (Ret)
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Cathy Chiovitti Williams, Therapeutic Recreational Specialist at the James A. Haley Veterans Hospital, will be the featured speaker at the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) meeting on March 6, 2013. The meeting/luncheon will be held at the Sun City Center North Side Atrium at 11:00 a.m. and reservations must be made by 6 pm on March 3rd by calling 642-0947. Cathy has been a full-time Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist at the James A. Haley Veterans Hospital for the past 22 years. She has worked on the Spinal Cord Injury for 15 years, prior to taking over as Chief of Recreation Therapy. Ms. Williams took over the position as team coordinator in 1994 for the Tampa VA Wheelchair Sport Team. Since that time she has involved 100 newly injured athletes and her teams have won over 400 medals in disabled sports. She completed her education Cathy Chiovitti with a BS Degree in Therapeutic Recreation from Williams the University of Florida in 1989 and has further developed in her field by various training and seminars and hands on experience in Rehabilitation. She has developed one of the largest Recreation Therapy programs in the country with 20 staff.
Association of Naval Aviation Members and Guests Heard Talk by COL Luke Lloyd, USA (Ret.)
Submitted by Barry J Dyer, LT USN (Ret.), The Silver Osprey Squadron
On Friday, February 8, 2013, at the Freedom Plaza Club in Sun City Center, Silver Osprey Squadron members and their guests got a general view of the political and religious goals of Islam. Col Lloyd retired from the US Army following 30 years of service. He served in Airborne Infantry and Armor combat units as well as Intelligence (Defense Intelligence Agency). While in the military, he learned the Arabic language. As a civilian, he earned a Masters Degree in Arab Studies from the American University in Beirut, Lebanon. While an intelligence officer, he specialized in the “Middle East”. He is also the author of a book entitled, “Out of Darkness”. For more detail, you may wish to visit his website at www.lukelloyd.com.
Col Lloyd’s wife, Jeanne, noticed that there were quite a few women in the audience. She spoke for a few minutes about Afghan women and summed up her remarks by recommending two novels by an American of Afghan descent: “The Kite Runner” and “A Thousand Splendid Suns”. On the lighter side, knowing that his audience was mostly aviators, Col Lloyd said that he did have aviation experience. He was either riding in airplanes or jumping out of them! While based in Saudi Arabia, he traveled by air extensively, much of it in an Air Force Douglas C-54 Skymaster (Same as a US Navy R5D and derived from the civilian DC-4 airliner). Col Lloyd did his jumping earlier in his army career while he was an Airborne Infantry Officer. His presentation was very informative and well received by the audience. Luncheon meetings are held on the second Friday of each month at the Plaza Club. The exception would be the occasional visit to an air show or aviation museum. Prior military service is not required in order to attend. All that is required is an interest in military aviation. For further information, Silverosprey@yahoo.com or visit the Sun City Center website at http://www.suncitycenter. org select Activities and use the drop down menu to select Veterans.
Patriots Club Of SCC – Press Release
The Patriots Club of Sun City Center’s officers for 2013. From left to right: Don Renwick Vice President and CFO, Dick Person Vice President-Membership, Uta Kuhn President, and David Floyd Secretary
At the annual meeting of the Patriots Club of Sun City Center held on Saturday January 19th; the following were elected to be the officers for 2013: Uta Kuhn-President, Don Renwick-Vice President/
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Military News CFO, Dick Person-Vice President Membership, and David FloydSecretary. This Club sponsors the periodic display of U.S. Flags along S.R. 674 in Sun City Center. The Club flies the flags each year from Memorial Day through July 4th, September 11th and on Veterans Day. The Patriots Club also sponsors fund raisings for the wounded veteran’s rehabilitation programs at the James B. Hailey Veteran’s Hospital in Tampa. The Club will be participating in Sun City Center’s FunFest on March 16 at the North Campus.
organizations, and educational institutions to improve their physical, financial, mental, emotional, and social well-being. It serves as an advocate for Florida veterans by educating the public and governmental entities to increase awareness of veteran related issues.
SCC American Legion Post #246 Attains over 100% Membership Goal
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The Patriots Club of Sun City Center presented a check from their fund raising efforts to the Rehabilitation Program at the James A. Haley Veterans Hospital to support the wounded veterans. This program is funded only by donations. Shown accepting the check from the Patriots Club president, Uta Kuhn is Scott MacDonald.
Brigadier General Jerry Neff (Ret) Addresses MOAA
Brigadier General Jerry L. Neff was the February Military Officers of America Association (MOAA) luncheon speaker. The event took place at the Sun City Center North Side Atrium on February 6th, 2013. Gen. Neff is currently the Treasurer of the Florida Veterans Foundation (FVF). The foundation serves Florida and their families by providing direct services and Photo by Frank Kepley partnering with state and local BG Jerry Neff and MOAA President governments, veteran service Maj Tom Kilbourne
L to R: Tom Culliton, Finance Officer; Ronald Engles, Post Commander; Dr. Ken Barringer, Guest Speaker; Eunice Butts, 15th District Commander; Blaine Brown, 1st Vice Commander; Jim Clor, 2nd Vice Commander.
Dr. Ken Barringer was the guest speaker at the American Legion Post #246 regular monthly meeting held on January 25, 2013. Dr. Barringer’s presentation titled, “Keys to Healthy Aging” was well received, including a question and answer session following the program. Also in attendance was 15th District Commander, Eunice Butts on hand to congratulate Post #246 for exceeding their goal of over 100% membership renewal.
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Mary Petro Fund Completes One Year By Phyllis Hodges David O’Dell, Program Coordinator of the Mary Petro Fund for Food and Medicine, reports that 92 Sun City Center and Kings Points households received $80,532 during the program’s first year that ended February 6 ($61,206 for food and $19,326 for medicine). The program is funded by the earnings of the $2.3 million fortune of Mary Petro, a Sun City Center resident who died in 2009. We don’t know much about Mary Petro. She had no close living relatives and not even the closest acquaintances and neighbors knew she “had money.” She lived in a modest house and her frugal spending habits included buying clothes at thrift shops and enjoying free coffee and cookies at local businesses. The one thing we’re certain of is her deep compassion for people in need. Ten years before her death, Mary worked with the Community Foundation of Greater Sun City Center to have earnings from her entire estate fund a perpetual program “To
Mary Petro Fund Partners With C.A.R.E.
Ruskin’s C.A.R.E. Animal Shelter recently partnered with the Mary Petro Fund for Food and Medicine to provide free pet food to people who receive food and medicine assistance. The “Keep Pets Healthy” initiative is sponsored by, and is funded through, a generous grant to C.A.R.E. from the Banfield Charitable Foundation and will last until the grant monies are depleted. For information on the pet food program, call Don Hinderliter at 645-2273.
Thank you, Mary Petro. Mary’s estate is funding a program to assist local residents who are in dire need of assistance with food and/or medicine.
provide help to SCC and KP residents who are in dire need of assistance with food and/or medicine.” This has become the program’s Mission Statement. When Mary died, the Foundation set in motion talks with various organizations about administering the program. United Community Church was chosen and a task force
of seven worked ten months to set up the program and select an administrator. UCC provides office space and the Foundation pays all operating costs. David O’Dell exudes compassion and commitment when talking about the program. “I am continually surprised by the number of people who need help and suspect there are many more who would qualify if they just knew about it. Many are embarrassed to ask for help but are encouraged to apply by neighbors and friends. During the qualification process, we also counsel clients about other help available,” he says. When asked about the 20 volunteers from UCC and other local churches, he said that they all see this as a way to do meaningful volunteer
work because they are making a difference in people’s lives. To qualify, taxable income must be less than $16,335 for an individual or $22,065 for a couple. They must be legal, full-time residents of Sun City Center or Kings Point and must have a CA or KP badge. If a person qualifies for assistance with food costs, he or she is given a gift card to a local grocery store. If help with medicine costs is needed, the payment goes directly to the pharmacy. David and his staff urge anyone interested (for themselves or a friend/neighbor) to either stop in the office on the east side of UCC at La Jolla and N. Pebble Beach during operating hours of 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, or call 634-8306 for an appointment or information.
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Contract Bridge Super Crossword
By Steve Becker LOOKS CAN BE DECEIVING
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See if you can make six spades on this deal looking at all 52 cards. Given the opening diamond lead plus the favorable location of the diamonds and the heart king, this might seem easy. But be forewarned -- it’s no simple task. The most obvious line is to win East’s king of diamonds with the ace, cross to the spade king and lead a heart to the ten. Next, cash the ace of hearts, dropping East’s king, then return to the jack of spades and discard your club on the heart queen. Here’s where the trouble begins. If you draw the missing
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trumps, you’ll eventually lose two diamond tricks to East. If instead you lead a diamond and finesse the eight, West will ruff, and you’ll also lose the diamond ten to East’s jack at the end. But the contract can be made. Moreover, the winning line of play can be reasoned out. When East shows out of trumps at trick two and then turns up with just the K-x of hearts, his distribution becomes marked as 0-2-6-5 (his bidding plus West’s deuce-ofdiamonds lead, which must be a singleton, confirm this diagnosis). East must also have one or both top club honors. Proceeding on this assumption, declarer plays the first five tricks as described above. But at trick six, he discards the diamond eight instead of a club on the queen of hearts! He then runs his trumps, coming down to the Q-10 of diamonds and seven of clubs. Dummy keeps the Q-5 of clubs and jack of hearts, while East is reduced to the J-9 of diamonds and ace of clubs. South now leads his club, and East has to win and return a diamond to declarer’s Q-10, handing him the contract. Note that it doesn’t help East to jettison his ace of clubs in order to avoid being endplayed. In that case, South leads a club toward dummy, and West must then concede the slam-going trick to dummy’s queen after he takes his king. © 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Strange But True By Samantha Weaver
• It was British author Oscar Wilde who made the following sage observation: “Some cause happiness wherever they go; others whenever they go.” • Those who study such things say that if you drink 100 cups of coffee in a row, it’s likely to kill you. • You might have heard that George Washington’s dentures were made of wood, but in fact, they were made of hippopotamus ivory. • In 1900, a prairie dog colony was found in Texas. That’s not surprising -- prairie dogs are fairly common out West -- but this colony was unique. Researchers say it was the largest colony ever discovered, providing a home to 400 million prairie dogs and stretching over 25,000 square miles. • If you’ve read “Alice in Wonderland” or seen any of the numerous adaptations of it, you probably know about the Mad Hatter. But did you ever wonder why he was mad? It seems that haberdashers (those who make hats) at one time used mercury to cure the felt they needed for the hats. Long-term exposure to mercury causes madness, hence the phrase “mad as a hatter.” • Martin Van Buren was the first president to be born a citizen of the United States. • To earn a world record, a woman named Sonya Thomas ate 65 hard-boiled eggs in 6 minutes, 40 seconds. • The female long-tailed shrew gives birth to exactly one litter of pups in her lifetime -- and promptly dies. • Our modern word “salary” comes from the Latin “salarium,” or “salt money.” Salarium was the monthly wages given to Roman soldiers in ancient times -- paid in salt. Thought for the Day: “Politicians and diapers have one thing in common. They should both be changed regularly, and for the same reason.” -- Jose Maria de E a de Queiroz © 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.
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ALBUQUERQUE BALLOONS AIRFARE INCLUDED
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BUS INCLUDED! Smoky and Blue Ridge Mountains during peak foliage season.
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packed tour to the mountains of North Carolina!
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DREAM DESTINATIONS AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 18 DAYS ............... from $4298
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EUROPE CRUISE 15 DAYS..................... from $2,099
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HUB & SPOKE TOURS 15 DAYS .................. from $2248
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CANADA TO FLORIDA 16 DAYS ..................... from $1986
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BRANSON SHOWS BY JET OR BUS 9 DAYS ................... from $999
SCANDINAVIA CRUISE 16 DAYS .............................. from $1,599
ALASKA GLACIER CRUISE 9 DAYS ................... from $1,299
HOLLAND TULIPS BUS AND AIRFARE INCLUDED! 22 DAYS....................... from $2,299
AIRFARE INCLUDED! BUS OR AIR INCLUDED! Leisurely 5 days in Branson - Show Buy of the year! Cruise Denmark to Florida. You can add Norway pre tour, capital of the world! - where you Iceland pre cruise, or Panama Canal post will enjoy 7 included shows. cruise.
AIRFARE INCLUDED! Seattle, Juneau, Ketchikan, Skagway. Add a Canadian Rockies tour or do a Gulf cruise and add Denali Park
ICELAND TO USA CRUISE 19 DAYS .................. from $2,399
AIRFARE INCLUDED! Cruise England, Ireland, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Iceland, Greenland, Newfoundland to New York.
9 FLORIDA OFFICES: Ft Myers • Lakeland • Largo Ocala • Port Charlotte • Sarasota Sun City Center • Venice • The Villages
Have you dreamed of seeing the Tulip Fields of Holland in bloom? Or walking along Paris’ famed ChampsÉlysées while enjoying the fragrant scent of the fresh blooms of Spring? Now is your chance with this superb package.
PANAMA CANAL 17 DAYS ............ from $1,599
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