March 2015 News of Kings Point

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“Ring in the Spring” Festival

Friday March 20th 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Kings Point North Clubhouse “Front Lawn” www.newsofkingspoint.com

2020 Centre Nearly Complete Come tour Kings Point’s New “Crown Jewel” at “Ring in the Spring” on March 20

March, 2015

Kings Point FAN (Friends & Neighbors) Club

This new club promotes neighbors helping neighbors and is an afternoon of simple and delightful fun. No membership fees, no charge for monthly activities. BYOL, Bring Your Own Lunch, to the Banquet Room and enjoy entertainment, activities and make new friends. All KP residents welcome. The theme for February’s activities was “Celebrate Your State.” Starting the festivities was New York, New York which reached a zenith of singing and dancing accompanied by kazoos and maracas. On Wednesday, March 11 at 12 noon, the Theme is “Health and Safety.” We’ll add the fun by trying a bit of Tai Chi, so wear comfortable clothing. The theme for April will be travel.

No charge, just BYOL or buy a sandwich at the North Club café.

Watch for our annual fundraiser concert/dance/party at the Borini Theatre coming April 22, tickets $15 at Box Office. Contact Jean 813633-2615 for information.

Construction continues on pace at the palatial new 2020 Centre.

By Michael Crook w/NOKP Staff The moment more than 9,000 Kings Point residents have been waiting for is about to arrive. Kings Point’s palatial new 2020 Centre will open in March. The entire Sun City Center community is invited to celebrate the grand opening of this $4.3 million fitness

and wellness facility on March 20, 2015 during our “Ring in the Spring” Kings Point Community Festival.

“We have listened carefully to our neighbors throughout Kings Point and we are delivering what they want: More and better Continued on Page 2

Quack-tacular Lucky Duck Day

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By Sarah Hardy The celebrated Quack-tacular Lucky Duck Day is BACK! This important 501(c)(3) fundraiser supports a shelter for child victims of sex trafficking.

Got Duck? Yes! There are 4,000 yellow numbered rubber ducks ready to leave their air-conditioned storage and head for the Sun City Center Atrium Pool. The big Quack-tacular “Lucky Duck Day” is almost here! The third Annual “Quack-tacular Lucky Duck Day” will take place on Monday, April 13, 2015, at the Sun City Center Atrium Outdoor Pool. The day of “Quack-tacular Lucky Duck Day” tickets will be sold at the SCC Atrium Pool from noon to 4 p.m. at the pool entrance. At 4 p.m. a blindfolded “Swimmer” will pluck five ducks from the pool for prizes. $500 is the grand prize, four other prizes are $250, $100, $75, and $50. You do NOT have to be present to win! Remember, you are helping the cause – supporting a shelter for victims of child sex trafficking.

Where Are Tickets Sold?

Tickets are being sold weekly starting March 2 til April 13 at the Sun City Center Atrium Kiosk

Mon., Wed., & Fri. from 9 a.m. to noon til April 13. At Kings Point, ticket sales are being held from March 2 to April 13 at North and South Club Houses .

Duck Donation?

One “Lucky Duck” is a $5 donation; a “6-quack” for a $25 donation you will get 1 free duck (6 ducks); and a “Flock” for a $50 donation you will get 3 free ducks (13 ducks) total.

Your “Lucky Duck” ticket number will correspond to a number on a duck in the pool from which prizewinners will be selected at random by a blindfolded swimmer.

The Houses of Worship who are supporting our fundraiser are United Community Church, St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, Beth Israel Sisterhood and Our Lady of Guadalupe. “Quacktacular Lucky Duck” tickets will be sold on Sun., March 15 and Sun. April 12 following the morning church services.

For more information regarding this fundraiser, contact Sarah Hardy at 9381351, Sarahtoot@aol. com or Di Gill at 6610248, LadyDi1423@aol. com.

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Artists renderings show many of the exciting amenities residents can expect when the 2020 Centre opens on March 20.

The Editor’s Corner

fitness and wellness options,” said Jim Haggerty, president of the Federation of Kings Point Associations, who has been closely involved in the project from start to finish.

“The 2020 Centre is now the best-equipped, most inviting facility of its kind between Brandon and Bradenton,” said Ginger Anzalone, Vice President of Vesta Property Services, Inc., who oversaw the project on behalf of Kings Point, where Vesta manages the community’s clubhouses, security, and other amenities. “The active life is proven to be a better life,” said Anzalone, a board member of the International Council on Active Aging.

The “Ring in the Spring” festival will be held on March 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Kings Point North Clubhouse “front

Marching Into Spring

By E. Adam Porter, Editor in Chief, News of Kings Point Much of the country is blanketed in snow and the mercury read 28 at my Little House on the River this morning, but here I am thinking about spring. That’s the magic of a monthly publication, I guess.

Knowing you will read this after the cold front has passed and Florida has once again blessed us with its special brand of late winter Chamber of Commerce Sunshine. Here I am tapping away, musing about spring, while my family and friends out of state—and yours too, I’ll wager—are dressing like that kid in A Christmas Story who can’t put his arms down and dreading another trip outside with the snow shovel.

Regardless of what late season shenanigans Jack Frost is up to here and elsewhere, the Official Start of Spring is right around the corner. For those scoring at home, that’s Friday, March 20. The spring equinox and the first day of the season in which we celebrate rebirth, resurrection, green growing things…and baseball.

Spring! The very essence of the word implies energy and progress, movement and change. We can spring into action with a spring in our step.

We consider the wonderful things about Tiggers and all their bouncy, flouncy fun. We get all twitterpated, for the first time or all over again.

With all this frivolity comes an underlying irony. March is named for the Roman god Mars, who was, paradoxically, the god of both war and agriculture. It was the first month of the Roman year, and the season in which they began simultaneously planting food and killing people including, of course, Julius Caesar (March 15). March is a bit bipolar in the modern day as well. March is both Women’s History Month and Colorectal Cancer Month. I’d

wax philosophical about that, but who wants to go there?

The weather is way too nice not to get outside and play.

Speaking of, March kicks off two major American athletic traditions, Major League Baseball spring training games begin in earnest, and the annual basketball Armageddon known as NCAA March Madness turns college hoops into Must See TV. Spring is also the season for Easter sunrise services, Cadbury eggs and candy hunts. Kids spilling plastic grass onto actual grass while hunting for errant jellybeans.

For Passover, which begins on April 3, and Lent, which began back on February 18 and is probably getting tough for lots of folks right about now.

While religious observances and athletic allegiances may both inspire and divide us, March is also the month to celebrate some unifying historic milestones. On March 3, 1845, Florida became the 27th state of the Union, and, in 1931, The Star Spangled Banner was adopted as our National Anthem. So, no matter what cap you wear to that spring training game, the song we sing before we “Play ball!” was made official in March. On March 10, 1775, Daniel Boone decided to take a long walk across Kentucky. Ten years later, Thomas Jefferson sailed off to France. On March 11, 1942, Douglas MacArthur told the Japanese, “I shall return.”

And did he ever.

So much more to celebrate in March than just the weather. But do we really need more than that? Look out that window!

March is the reason people visiting Florida choose to stay, and enjoying that everyday blessing is good enough to put a spring in my step.

At least, it will be. Right now, it’s still nippy outside. But the sun’s out, and, if you’ll pardon me, I have to go uncover my plants.

lawn,” and festivities will include a farmer’s market, live musical entertainment, food trucks, opportunities to connect with some of Kings Point’s many clubs and groups and much more!

The 25,000-square-foot building once housed headquarters for the developer of Kings Point.

Soon, its fitness floor will have 15 treadmills, 14 other cardio units and 30 strength stations. A fully appointed spa and salon will offer professional services.

Meeting rooms will be used for everything from lectures to cooking classes.

The official Dedication and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the 2020 Centre will be held at 11 a.m. followed by small group tours that will continue until 2 p.m. Kings Point residents and guests as well as Sun City Center Community Association members are welcome to attend.

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Hospice Comes to SCC

By Agnes Baker, Photo by John Bowker The first hospice legislation, introduced in 1974, was not acted upon. However, Connecticut Hospice, Inc. opened in spite of this setback and, with assistance from the National Cancer Institute, a program was established to study home care for the terminally ill. Pleased with the results, the NCA continued the study with this project ending in 1980.

Congress acted a number of times to enhance and expand hospice care.

In 1986, the Medicare Hospice Benefits were made permanent and included entry in military hospitals or under CAMPUS. Additionally, hospice care was included in the veterans’ package. In 1993, the President included hospice in the basic health package as a nationally guaranteed benefit and it is now an accepted part of the health care program.

We must give credit to Florida’s Congressman Sam Gibbons for his tireless efforts working with the Medicare systems and with the veterans’ groups to assure the best benefits allowable were introduced and, in most cases, passed. The number of hospices participating in the Medicare program grew from 31 in 1984 to 1,288 in 1993.

Where do these facts lead us?

Right here, folks! Right here to our community where, in 1994, a group of dedicated individuals organized as “Friends of Hospice Auxiliary of Sun City Center.”

Several speakers explained the need for a concerted effort in obtaining the funds needed to support the facility and Sun City Center resident, Betty Pettersson, spoke of her visit to an established hospice house in Venice, Florida. This began a year of educating their neighbors about hospice and the need to raise funds to support this special program. With speakers outlining the benefits of having a hospice facility in Sun City Center, this enthused group, under the guidance of first president Joyce Mather began working towards a required 1.1 million dollars, which seemed to be an impossible task, but the funds started coming in, albeit slowly.

Then, a tremendous boost in funding and to lift up sagging spirits was a large bequest from the estate of Kathryn LeBeau!

Special thanks to Ray and Ann Purcell, who became known as the “Dynamic Duo” as they worked tirelessly to assure the construction of the South County Hospice House, and to Sam Kupper, Clare Falkner, Susanne Proch, Ruth Anderson, Sarah Buckwalter, Eleanor Gladiszewski, Rebecca Kull, Betty Pettersson, Dick May, and Lee Albrecht, first secretary. If we missed any, our apologies.

The artist’s rendering was completed on January 26, 1999, and construction began in January 2001 at the site on American Eagle Drive.

Construction was completed and the new facility was dedicated on August 9, 2001.

Hundreds came out tour the facility and listen to Ms. Kathy Fernandez, President/CEO of LifePath Hospice who, in her speech, called this “A Dream Come True,” giving recognition to the many volunteers who had worked so tirelessly for over six years. Oh, Yes—a true labor of love come to fruition thanks to a dedicated group of Sun City Center Residents.

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Sun City Center FunFest 2015

By Phyllis Hodges FunFest 2015 is March 21, at the Sun City Center Community Association Central Campus, 1009 N. Pebble Beach Blvd. The fun starts promptly at 9 a.m. with an opening ceremony at the bandstand and concludes at 2 p.m. This is the day Sun City Center invites the public to a showcase of its “active senior lifestyle.” Admission is free.

Shuttles/Parking All drivers, including vendors, should be aware that Cherry Hills will be closed to traffic after 8:30 a.m. Golf carts are encouraged and there will be designating parking for them on and around the campus. For easier parking, visitors are encouraged to park at the SCC Community Hall on S. Pebble Beach and ride the shuttle buses. The free transportation starts at 8:30 a.m. from Community Hall, with the last bus departing FunFest at 2:30 p.m.

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GANTREE 2 model located off Rickenbacker Drive on a private street that backs up to the closed North Golf Course. Roof replaced in 2015 Ceramic Tile through most of house.

Two bedrooms, two baths plus a n or office for your enjoyment. Located in a pet friendly area home also features an oversized one car garage. $ 217 Genet Court Attractively priced at 119,500

Located on the North side of town is this lovely BEAUMONT home which features two bedrooms, two baths split bedroom home with two master suites. Large Dining room for entertaining as well as an eat-in Country kitchen. 2015 brought new roof, new plumbing plus new carpeting and is freshly painted. $ 305 Stroll Lane 147,500

area this delightful GREENBRIAR BEAUMONT model home features new carpeting, Roof has been replaced plus has a beautiful backyard. Ready for your final touches to make this your dream home. $ 709 Plumbrook Road 160,000

Located in Kings Point this delightful DARTMOUTH model home features 2 bedrooms, 2 baths plus a Den for your enjoyment. Solar tubes make this a light and bright unit as well as two separate lanais for peace and solitude. Close to the South clubhouse for lots of activities and fun. $ 1122 McDaniel.

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Kings Point Worthington condo can be yours in this CORNELL model unit located near the South clubhouse with a private yard and a large lanai. A lot of home for the money. $ 2257 Worthington Greens 157,900

Custom built by SCHMIDT located in the Villages of Cypress Creek this delightful home offers 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths. Roof was replaced four years ago and Air Conditioner Two years ago. Delightful floor plan with room to grow and a private backyard.

3604 Cresta Court Priced at: $189,900

For Sale 2012 Captiva Court ............2/2 ......$289,000..........................Captiva Golf Location+++Pool 1936 New Bedford Dr .........2/2 ......$250,000.................... Islander Golf Course, Water View 3604 Cresta Ct ...................3/2 ......$189,900................ Custom Blt Schmidt Ventana Village 1149 Emerald Dunes ..........2/2 ......$179,900................ Tavernelle Renaissance REDUCED 1122 McDaniel....................2/2 ......$169,900..........Dartmouth Den,2 Lanais Eat In Kitchen, 709 Plumbrook ...................2/2 ......$160,000............ Beaumont New Roof, Carpet, Grt Yard 117 Wintersong ..................2/2 ......$159,900.....................Twintree Water, Lanai PENDING 2257 Worthington Greens ..2/2 ......$157,900.....................Cornell Private Yard, Large Lanai 1020 Ardmore Way .............2/2 ......$156,900......... Sunrise NewExt Paint, Plumbed & Roof 2007 Acadia Greens ...........2/2 ......$153,900.............Kingston Kingspoint Lovely PENDING 536 McDaniel......................2/2 ......$149,900.......... Melbourne Laminate, Tile, Updated Kitc 305 Stroll Lane ...................2/2 ......$147,500.............. Beaumont New Roof, Plumbing Paint 1807 El Rancho ..................2/2 ......$142,900................. CUSTOM Hot Tub, Fncd PENDING 1227 Fordham Drive ...........2/2 ......$135,000............... DW37 Clean, South Lake PENDING 2338 Nantucket Dr ..............2/1.5 ...$132,000................... Brockton Lots of Upgrades + Furn 612 Manchester Woods ......2/2 .....$129,900................Seabreeze Large Yard, CPVC, KPW 2022 W Del Webb ...............2/2 ......$129,000........................ Camellia Pond Location SOLD 217 Genet Court .................2/2 ......$119,500................ Gantree 2 Spacious Nicely Updated 715 Thunderbird .................2/2 ......$115,000......................... DW37 UNIQUE Nice Features 912 Sun Key Court .............2/2 ......$108,900............. Somerset Freshly Painted, Encl Lanai 212 Stoneham Dr ...............2/2 ......$100,000.................Cozy Comfy St Andrews PENDING 1028 Apollo Bch Blvd 102 ..2/2 ...... $94,900................Anchor Point Condo Wtr & Boat Slip

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SUN. MAR 1 - BETH ISRAEL CONGREGATION SPONSORS MUSICAL EVENT 3 p.m. in the sanctuary and will be followed by a wine and cheese reception in the social hall. The Storfers have been involved in Jewish music for nearly 25 years and are deeply involved in interfaith work. They annually take part in sharing the leadership of a large inter-denominational choir during Martin Luther King Jr. weekend celebrations at the Antioch Baptist Church in Bedford Hills, NY. They are also founding members of northern Westchester’s “Unity Made Visible” a cooperation circle of the United Religions Initiative. Tickets: $12 at the door.

SUN. MAR 1, 29 - SINGLES SOCIAL DANCE CLUB6:30 - 9:30 p.m. in the Atrium Bldg., Florida Room, to dance to the music of Thor Stevens. Members $3; Guests $5. BYOB and snacks. Ice, water, cups and napkins provided.

Proper dress requested. Info: Janet 633-3558.

MON. MAR 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - “FOR TODAY” MEETING OF OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS 10 a.m. at the Sun City Chamber of Commerce meeting room (private entrance to meeting room is on the left side of the building).

The only requirement for attending is a desire to stop compulsively eating. OA is an international 12step organization/program that addresses the emotional, spiritual and physical needs of those desiring to stop compulsively eating and/ or overeating. No scales, dues or fees. This meeting is open only to those who have a problem with their weight or eating patterns. Please join us any Monday morning. You can

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MON. MAR 2 - KINGS POINT QUILTERS 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Craft Room, KP Clubhouse. Kings Point Quilters Members Only Class. Machine Quilting Workshop taught by Elizabeth Dackson. No regular sew-in today.

Elizabeth Dackson has scheduled a second machine quilting workshop for April 11 MON. MAR 2, FRI. MAR 6, TUE. MAR 10, FRI. MAR 13 - CLASSES FOR SINGLE DECK PINOCHLE 12:45 - 1 p.m. in the Caper Room. Four practice games for single deck Pinochle. There will be a casual playing atmosphere open to questions. You must know how to play the game or have finished one of the classers offered by the Club.

You do not have to register. Several monitors will be present to assist you.

This is your opportunity to play with those on your same skill level. On March 2 only, a special lecture will be included. “What do I bid?” It will feature seven different scenarios common to the bidding process.

An overhead projector will be used for easy viewing. Please bring $1 for prize money. A snack to share will be optional. Any questions, call Verna 813-642-0440.

MON. MAR 2 - DO YOU HAVE A SCARF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LEARN TO TIE? 2 p.m. at the United Community Church, United Church of Christ, 1502 La Jolla Ave. “Accessories Gone Wild” will be offering lessons to us.

Scarves and jewelry will available for purchase. You may also bring your own scarf. There is no charge for this event but you must be registered to attend. Go to the church office to get a ticket or call Paula 633-6739.

MON. MAR 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 DANCE CLASS West Coast Swing Intermediate Level - 7:30 p.m.

Quick Step - Beginning Level - 8:30 p.m. Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building (SCC).

Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point Residents. Couples and Singles welcome. $25/person for all five lessons. For information call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205.

TUE. MAR 3, 17, 24, 31 - LINE DANCING WITH A BALANCE 10 - 11 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Sun City Center. Do you like to dance but are worried about falling? Join our new FREE line dancing class lead by trained therapists. This weekly class will improve your balance and reduce your risk of falling. We can boot, scoot and boogie safely together and make exercise fun! For more information, call Debbie Caneen at 813-892-2990.

TUE. MAR 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 - LIFE CHALLENGES SUPPORT GROUP 1 - 3 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Sun City Center. Live your life fully with zest and joy! Rid yourself of depression, anxiety, frustrations with family, children, friends, life changes, health problems, finances and more. Relief comes by sharing and receiving support and making a positive plan of action. All are welcome in complete confidence and free of charge. Your facilitators are Frank Koebrich, MA and Cheryl Lewis.

Both are experienced and effective psychotherapists. We meet every Tuesday in the first floor lounge of Sun Towers. No appointment is necessary.

Sponsored by the Coalition for Mental Health and Aging.

TUE. MAR 3 - DON’T GET HOOKED BY A SCAM Beth Israel Sisterhood March Program. 1 p.m. at the Synagogue, on Del Webb Blvd, in the Henry Gibson Social Hall. Mrs. Debbie Brown, Investigator for the Hillsborough County Consumer Protection Agency will bring the latest information on recent scams, home solicitations, hiring a contractor, tax return fraud and data breaches.

Education and information is considered the first line of defense in the battle to protect consumers from victimization.

In addition to a power packed program, she will provide numerous take-home materials to help you avoid losing your hard earned money to these schemes. Refreshments will be served and guests are welcome.

TUE. MAR 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 SOCIAL DANCE CLASS Beginning Tango - 5:30 p.m.

Intermediate - Cha-Cha - 6:45 p.m.

Beginning/Intermediate - Merengue - 8 p.m.

Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building (SCC). Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point Residents. Couples and Singles welcome. $25/person for all 5 lessons.

For information call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205.

WED. MAR 4 - HEARING LOSS ASSOCIATION OF SUN CITY CENTER (HLA-SCC) 9:30 a.m. at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb Blvd. W. Scott Sims, Au.D, will speak on Tinnitus: Facts, Causes, & Treatment Approaches. Dr. Sims practices at Physician’s Choice Hearing & Dizziness Center in Sun City Center. Come early for coffee & donuts. CART provided by Tess Crowder, Communication Access, Inc. & meeting room is equipped with an induction loop for those with a telecoil in their hearing device. HLASCC is sponsored by the Men’s Club of SCC. Contact Richard Herring at rhmann@tampabay.rr.com or Shirley Nauman at 813-812-6525.

WED. MAR 4 - THE SAMARITAN SERVICES ALZHEIMER’S MONTHLY MEETING 2 p.m. at the Redeemer Lutheran Church. The speaker will be Amanda M. Wolf, Board Certified Elder Law Attorney. She will be speaking on “Planning today for a secure tomorrow”. For more information please call Doris at 6343489 or the office at 634-9283.

WED. MAR 4 - MARCH MEETING OF THE C.O.A. 7 p.m. in the Banquet room of the Main Clubhouse. The evening will be devoted to “Meet the Candidates.” It will be the Kings Point residents chance to meet and find out about the Candidates running for Directorships on the Kings Point Federation Board. These Directors make many a decision that involves your life at Kings Point, and what funds are spent to live here. You as residents should know as much about these Candidates as possible before you vote for them. We will not have a business meeting portion, but will still have the drawing for the $25 attendance prize. Refreshments will be served.

WED. MAR 4 – SAT. MAR 7 – PERFORMING ARTS “THE POOR OLD SOLES CLUB” 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available for $12 for general seating and $15 for reserved seats at the SCC Atrium Kiosk M, W & F from 9 a.m. – 12 noon or with credit card by calling 813-400-7803. The Performing Arts Company presents this original “prize” winning new musical comedy.

For more information, please call the credit card number or visit the PAC website at PerformingArtsCompanySCC.org.

THU. MAR 5 - COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN 8 a.m. in church for Mass followed by a light breakfast and meeting in the Conesa Center. Our March guest speaker, Mariam Sorby, will present a program regarding her collection of crosses. In our meeting business portion, we will be voting to elect our Officers for next year. At this meeting tickets will be on sale for the CCW’s Annual Fashion Show.

“Celebrate Spring” will be held April 9 at the SCC Community Hall. Fashions are by Patchington’s. Buffet will be by Banquet Masters with food choice of chicken Florentine or crab stuffed filet of sole. Event begins at noon, doors will open at 11 a.m. to give everyone a chance to try on the fashions and view the accessories and jewelry.

Cost is $25 and a portion of the proceeds will go to benefit Eckerd’s Raising Hope. Also, for the Fashion Show, we are in need of beauty items and baskets, which can be brought to this March meeting. For additional information, please contact Lynn at 941-723-8431.

THU. MAR 5 - BETTER BREATHERS SUPPORT GROUP 10 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Drive. This month’s speaker will be: Leslie Miller, M.D. Dr. Miller is a widely known and respected cardiologist with a distinguished record as a professor. Reaching

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beyond academic research and the educating of doctors, Dr. Miller has established himself, both in his capacity as an author and a clinician, to be a true friend to patients suffering from illness. He will talk about his cutting edge research being conducted today along with therapies which are now available, and the promise they hold for patients with COPD and other breathing disorders. For additional info, call Debbie Caneen 813-892-2990.

THU. MAR 5 - LGBT SUPPORT GROUP 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the United Community Church, 1501 La Jolla Ave. SCC, corner of Pebble Beach and La Jolla. The group will continue to meet the second and fourth Thursday of each month. Any questions, please feel free to call Sandra McCaw, Life Coach at 973-902-8401. All members of the LGBT community are welcome.

FRI. MAR 6 and SAT. MAR 7 - UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF SCC 1210 DEL WEBB WEST “TIMELY TREASURE SALE.” 12th Annual Sale 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Fri., 8 a.m. - 12 noon Sat., The United Methodist Church of Sun City Center, 1210 Del Webb West is getting ready for one of their largest SALES ever. The expression “No Room at the Inn?” UMC has been blessed with so many wonderful donations. Appliances, Antiques, Art Work, Electronics, Seasonal Decorations. Ladies/Men’s clothing. Food will be served each day.

FRI. MAR 6 and SAT. MAR 7 - YARD SALE 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. 411 Smithfield Lane, SCC. Many household, garage, clothes items. Lots more. All good stuff! Too much to mention. No early birds please! Come and listen to the Banjo music!

FRI. MAR 6 - INTERNATIONAL FORUM OF SUN CITY CENTER PRESENTS: THE HUBBLE SPACE TELESCOPE 9:30 a.m. in the Florida Room of the Atrium Building off North Pebble Beach Boulevard and is open to all residents of Sun City Center and Kings Point.

The International Forum of Sun City Center will focus on the subject of International Cooperation in Space.

There will be a presentation on the Hubble Space Telescope, which is operated in collaboration with the European Space Agency. The Hubble Space Telescope is one of history’s greatest explorers. It has helped us rewrite our knowledge of the Universe.

Enjoy stunning cosmic images of stars, galaxies, nebulae and our own Solar System as we journey through the Universe. Fulvia Fiorani will present the program. Fulvia Fiorani is a retired Naval Officer and taught Physics at the United States Naval Academy as her last active duty assignment. Since retiring, she enjoys developing and presenting Physics and Astronomy lectures to various local groups.

Lieutenant Commander Fiorani holds a Master of Science in Physics from the Naval Postgraduate School of Engineering and Applied Sciences.

SAT. MAR 7 - KINGS POINT QUILTERS BUS TRIP TO SEWING EXPO Time not given, to Lakeland, FL. Reserved bus seats only.

SUN. MAR 8 - MOTOWN MAGIC 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. at Community Hall.

Motown Magic will perform hits of the Temptations, the Four Tops, and many more. Wine-and-cheese reception included as part of ticket price. Part of Sunday series. Individual tickets ($15/person) on sale at ATRIUM-KIOSK M-W-F 9-noon. Info 813-642-2001.

SUN. MAR 8 - ST. ANDREW & FRIENDS CHORUS SCHOLARSHIP CONCERT 3 p.m. at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb Blvd. West, Sun City Center, members of 12 churches and 1 temple join together as the St. Andrew & Friends Chorus to present a “Scholarship Concert.” The concert is free, but an offering will be taken and the proceeds used for scholarships to young organ students in the greater Tampa Bay area. The Chorus will be under the direction of Raymund Ocampo accompanied

by Linnea Norsworthy at the piano and Jo-Anne Winslow on the organ.

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of Christ, 1501 La Jolla Avenue, to see the South Shore Symphony Orchestra in concert. The concert will be in the sanctuary of the church. Tickets are $15 (free for children under the age of ten) and can be purchased at the church office during the week or at the door on the day of the concert.

Music selections will include the first movement of the Dvorak cello concerto, The Moldau, An American in Paris Suite, English Folk Song Suite, Blunderbuss Battles and Star Wars.

MON. MAR 9 - KINGS POINT QUILTERS OPEN SEWING 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Craft Room, KP Clubhouse and 1 - 3 p.m.

Banquet Room, KP Clubhouse. Dusty Ferrell trunk show with items for sale from his quilt shop.

Mon. MAR 9 - MALE CALL FOR PROSTATE HEALTH 2 p.m. at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb Blvd., West. Sponsored by the Men’s Club of Sun City Center, will host the next meeting Monday, March 9th Our speaker will be Dr. Samuel G. Smith (Ret). Dr. Smith will speak on “Sexuality and Prostate Cancer: It’s not just the treatment that can cause problems”. As Prostate Cancer is frequently a couple’s disease. It is suggested that Spouses Partners and Physicians attend. Refreshments will be served. For questions and schedule contact Sam Smith 813-7461989 or Harry Benter 813-625-5328.

TUE. MAR 10, 17, 24, 31 SOCIAL DANCE CLASS Beginning Tango - 5:30 p.m.

Intermediate – Cha-Cha - 6:45 p.m.

Beginning/Intermediate - Merengue - 8:00 p.m.

Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building (SCC). Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point Residents. Couples and Singles welcome. $25/person for all 5 lessons.

For information call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205.

TUE. MAR 10 - THE ITALIAN CLUB HOSTS FREE ICE CREAM SOCIAL 6 p.m. doors open in the KP Borini Theater with

elections to be held at 6:30 p.m.

Ice cream will be served after the election. Salvina will DJ until 9:00 PM. Reservations are needed. To reserve your place, please call Tom Barba at 633-0264.

WED. MAR 11 - VIRTUA DEMENTIA TOUR 10 - 11:30 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Sun City Center, FL Walk a Mile in the Shoes of a Person Living with Dementia. Created by P.K. Beville, a specialist in geriatrics, this experience is designed to instill hope in professional and family caregivers, providing them with a tool to move from sympathy to empathy and to better understand the behaviors and needs of their loved ones and patients. Tours provided by Senior Helpers. FREE event but RSVP is required to 813-634-3347.

WED. MAR 11, 18, 25 - SOCIAL DANCE CLASS Beginning - Waltz - 12:45 p.m.

Intermediate Level 1 - Waltz - 2 p.m.

Intermediate Level 2 - Waltz - 3:15 p.m. Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building (SCC).

Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point Residents. Couples and Singles welcome. $20 per person for all 4 classes. For information call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205.

WED. MAR 11 - DIABETES EDUATION SUPPORT GROUP SPONSORED BY SCC THE MEN’S CLUB 2 - 3 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Have you been given the diagnosis of Diabetes? Are you unsure of your dietary future?

Discover options that will assist you!

Join Lisa Endick, RN from Nurse on Call Home Health Care as she facilitates this support group. For additional info, call Debbie Caneen 813-892-2990 THU. MAR 12 - NEUROPATHY SUPPORT GROUP SPONSORED BY THE SCC MEN’S CLUB 1 p.m. Caper Room, 945 A North Course Ln., Sun City Center.

Are you suffering from pain and numbness in your extremities? Be sure to attend this meeting sponsored by

the Men’s Club of Sun City Center.

Our speaker this month will be Dr. Gary Kotila, practiced chiropractic for 28 years from Detroit Michigan, now practice in Brandon Florida, have been treating peripheral neuropathy in Florida getting great results. For more information, contact Kurt Nolden of the Men’s Club at 813633-8929. Directions: From Rte 674, turn north on Pebble Beach Blvd at Walgreens. Turn right on North Course Ln. Go through the parking lot to the 2nd portico. Park wherever you can.

Enter under the portico (Number 945); first door on the left is the Caper Room. If by any chance the entrance to North Course Ln is still blocked, access to the parking lot is between 1002 and 1008 Cherry Hills Dr. THU. MAR 12 - IRISH CONNECTION ST PATRICK DINNER/CELTIC PROGRAM 5:30 p.m. FLORIDA Room, Atrium Bldg, $25 Member/$30 Non-member (accompanied by IC Member), check payable to ‘Irish Connection’, mail to Bonnie Matthys-1805 Butterfly Pl, SCC, FL 33573 (to RSVP-limited event seating: Members RSVP by Feb 28th/Non-Members after Feb 28th). For event info, call Kathy Lyons 813.633.2951 or Bonnie Matthys 813.642.8663. Singles table available upon request; bring your adult beverage of choice and your CA/ KP membership badge, per the CA/ KP rules, for entry. NOTE: Please use Atrium entry for check-in, as kitchen door will be for caterer’s use ONLY. For membership information, please contact Joan Weening 813.633.5274 or www.sccirishconnection.com.

FRI. MAR 13 - THE SCC UNITED METHODIST CHURCH WILL BE SHOWING “MOM’S NIGHT OUT” 6 p.m. doors open in the LEC building with movie beginning at 6:30 p.m.

“Mom’s Night Out” starts when several mothers of the church, being stressed out, decide to have a night out while the dads watch the children. They wanted to dress up,

kick up their heels with a quiet dinner that doesn’t come out of bags and no kids interrupting or demanding their every moment. They just wanted an adult evening where they could enjoy grown-up talk for one evening.

What a joyful thought; but will all their dreams be fulfilled?

FRI. MAR 12, 13, 14 - ALL THE KING’S WOMEN PRESENTED BY THE PELICAN PLAYERS 7 p.m. on 12th, 13th and 1:30 p.m. on the 14th in the Borini theater.

Cast: Fran Eckert, Linda Halperin, Dixie Kraft, Mary Anne Moseley, Jeanne Naish, Jack Parry, Candis Smith, Wendy Smith, Kevin Steinke, Shirley Walker and Mary Winter Directed by: Donn Keith. Tickets $15 available at the Borini Theatre Box office in Kings Point, Mon - Fri 9 a.m.

- 4 p.m. Remember the King of Rock and Roll in the words of some women who knew him.

SUN. MAR 15 - POPULAR CHARITY LUNCH RETURNS 10:30 a.m. - 12 noon in Fellowship Hall at St. Andrew, 1239 Del Webb Blvd. W. The public is invited to join members of St. Andrew Presbyterian Church in Sun City Center to help reach out to our greater community needs by participating in a Metropolitan Ministries Circle of Compassion Box Luncheon. Carryout also available. Box lunches cost $13 each, with all proceeds going to Metropolitan Ministries to help feed people in need. The lunches must be ordered in advance by purchasing at the church office (entry in back) weekdays, starting February 23 through March 8. Each box lunch will contain a choice of a turkey club or Black Forest ham sandwich, Italian antipasto salad, seasonal fresh fruit, homemade chips and a gourmet cookie. The pre-ordered box lunch can be picked up. Call to order: 813634-1252.

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Community Church College Friday March 27, 2015, 9 to 11 a.m.

In the Great Hall at the United Community Church 1501 La Jolla Avenue, Sun City Center, FL SPONSORS A DISCUSSION ON

Cuba – An Island of Contradictions

Halos are for Angels.

Not Your Eyes.

If you are seeing halos around street lights and headlights of vehicles while driving at night, you might have cataracts. Dr. Stuart Kaufman has performed over 40,000 cataract surgeries, and Dr. Jonathan Kaufman is a Cornell Fellowship trained cataract surgeon.

Speaker Rudy Fernandez

Stuart Kaufman, M.D.

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Father and Son

Rudy has made two trips to Cuba to bring medical supplies to the Church where his great-grandmother was baptized.

Certified Financial Planner® and a Senior Vice President, Robert E. Baird & Co. in Tampa. He is an instructor at the Community Church College and has taught investment course in the Tampa Bay area for over 32 years.

Call the Kaufman Eye Institute to make an appointment.

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p.m. Spring Recognition Luncheon, Banquet Room, KP Clubhouse.

General Meeting & Show n Tell. All welcome. Come see what the KP Quilters are all about and consider joining this very active, talented group.

MON. MAR 16 - MONTHLY MEETING OF THE SCC SCRAPBOOKING CLUB 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Armstrong Room, Atrium Bldg. If you are interested in preserving your memories or family history, please contact Jeanne Ratliff at 642-9669 to join our fun group, which meets monthly on the third Monday. The dues are $5 made payable by check to ‘SCC Scrapbooking Club’. Reminder: per CA/KP rules, please bring your CA or Kings Point ID badge.

MON. MAR 16 - PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP 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 for car or golf cart available at Terrace entrance by blue awning.

USF Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorders Center facilitates this meeting. This month, our special guest will be: William A. Lambos, Ph.D., who will present the “The Wisdom Paradox”. In the last decade Neuro Science has discovered that while the aging brain shrinks, powers of reasoning and even wisdom can grow in strength, which is called “The Wisdom Paradox.” This discovery about the resilience of the human brain in the later years of life should give every person in their golden years hope and inspiration that they may be the smartest they have ever been. For additional info, call Debbie Caneen 813-892-2990.

TUE. MAR 17 ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP 2:30 - 4 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Drive. Bring Your Loved One For a Well Deserved Break. Facilitated

by Aging Care Advocates. You

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

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

WED. MAR 18 - WOMEN OF THE ELCA MEETING 9:30 a.m. for refreshments at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 701 Valley Forge Blvd. followed by presentation at 10 a.m. by Sigi Espino on Kuna Handcrafts. The Kuna are an Indian tribe living in Panama who used some unique cultural designs. Everyone is invited to attend. For more information, call 813-634-1292.

WED. MAR 18 - LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP - SPONSORED BY THE SUN CITY CENTER MEN’S CLUB 1:30 2:30 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. FREE VALET PARKING for Cars and Golf Carts at Terrace Entrance by Blue Awning. Edwin Detweiler III, OD from The Eye Associates will join us. Board Certified Optometrist Specializing in Eye Examinations, Ocular Diseases & Contact Lenses.

Dr. Detweiler received his Bachelor of Arts at the Connecticut College and then attended the University of South Florida for postgraduate education. He then went on to earn a Bachelor of Science degree and a Doctor of Optometry at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry.

His professional affiliations include memberships with the American Academy of Optometry and the American Optometric Association. If you have low vision, then this meeting is for you! For more info call Debbie Caneen 813-892-2990.

WED. MAR 18 - CLASSICAL MUSIC APPRECIATION 3:30 p.m. - Kings Point main clubhouse, RIPPLE ROOM (across hall from South Social Room.)

Free. All lovers of classical music are invited. Information: Arthur C. Joy, 813-633-9783, acjjr@tampabay. rr.com.

THU. MAR 19 - SOUTH SHORE DIVERSITY GROUP 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Atrium Room Kings Point Main Clubhouse.

For more information contact Ralph Belcher at 922-4520 or at southshorediversitygroup@gmail. com. We meet to share social events and to discuss the experiences of an emerging diverse population in the Sun City Center area. All walks of life are welcome.

THU. MAR 19 - INTERESTED IN YOUR ANCESTRY? 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Drive, Sun City Center, FL. Interested in Your Ancestry? Have you seen the TV show “Who Do You Think You Are”? If you would like to learn how to research your genealogy, don’t miss this opportunity to spend time with Tollie J Banker, M.A. and M.I.S., Faculty Librarian at Hillsborough Community College SouthShore Campus as she takes you through the steps to discover your past using free research tools! For more information, contact Debbie Caneen at 813-8922990.

FRI. MAR 20 - KINGS POINT SPRING FLING VISIT THE KINGS POINT QUILTERS BOOTH—All day in the Banquet Room, KP Clubhouse. Here you can purchase handmade items from their boutique and have an opportunity to win a hand pieced, hand quilted full size antique quilt from the 1940’s.

FRI. MAR 20 - VETERANS HISTORY PROJECT, A PROGRAM OF THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS 10 a.m. 4 p.m. by registration only at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr SCC. The Tampa Bay Chapter of the American Red Cross in partnership with the Veterans History Project, a program of the Library of Congress, is seeking Veterans to participate in this project. The program captures through a video interview, firsthand account of Veterans who served in any branch of the US military in any capacity, from World War I through the present, and are no longer

serving are eligible to participate.

Civilians who served in support of a US war effort in a professional capacity are also welcome to participate.

We recently conducted our first interview with a Vietnam Veterans, and are very excited to capture his personal account and add it to the Library of Congress Collection for all to see. As Teresa Fazio, an Operation Iraqi Freedom Veteran stated, “It is important to get every veterans’ story so future generations can learn about military life from first-hand accounts.

Our individual experiences may have been different, but when compiled they form a powerful snapshot of history.” If you are a Veteran or know Veterans that would like to share their stories, please call Sun Towers to schedule your interview time at 813634-3347. This recording of history will take place on the 3rd Friday of each month.

SUN. MAR 22 - SINGLES MINGLE DANCE CLUB OF KINGS POINT 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. in the Kings Point Main Clubhouse Studio. Live music by Thor Stevens and his saxophone. Admission is $5.

BYOB. Ice, water, cups and napkins provided. Dressy/casual attire. Info: Janet 633-3558.

MON. MAR 23 - KINGS POINT QUILTERS OPEN SEWING 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. Craft Room, KP Clubhouse. Work on your own or help with the charity quilts for veterans and baby quilts for Tampa General’s neonatal unit for premature babies. Who can resist working on these worthwhile projects? Visitors welcome.

MON. MAR 23 - ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP 10:30 a.m. – 12 noon at Homewood Residence – 3910 Galen Ct., (Just off Upper Creek Dr.) meets the fourth Monday of the month. We’ll provide you with education and resources you need in a caring and confidential environment. Michelle Postek from Aging Care Advocates will facilitate.

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Light Refreshments. Call Bev Hurley at 813-633-4340 or bhurley@brookdale. com.

TUE. MAR 24 - BRITISH CONNECTION ‘BRITISH GRAND PRIX AT BRANDS HATCH’ DINNER 6 p.m. in the Florida Room, Atrium Bldg, $12 Member/$15 Non-member, check payable to British Connection, mail no later than March 14th, 2015 to 2303 Oxford Ctr Pl, SCC, FL 33573. Enjoy traditional British cuisine of shepherd’s pie and chicken curry with salad, dessert, tea, coffee and soda (bring your adult beverage of choice). Fancy fascinators and stylish hats are encouraged for this social season event! Become a member of the British Connection by including an additional check for $5 per person for the annual fee. Event questions, call Jackie Amos 989.430.7004.

SAT. MAR 28 - YOUTH LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT BENEFIT GOLF EVENT 7:30 a.m. - Registration & Continental breakfast, 8:30 a.m. - Shotgun start (Scramble format) - Noon - Lunch, awards, contest & door prizes at Freedom Fairways Golf Course.

The Sun City Center Chapter of The Military Order of the World Wars (MOWW501(c)19 charitable) is conducting this Benefit as a fundraiser for our Youth Leadership Program ($15,000 expense annually) that registers, transports, and escorts 40 high school Juniors to the Florida Youth Leadership Conference (YLC 3 days - http://ylfinc.org/conference_ GenInfo.cfm) in Tallahassee every May. Five students each have been identified by interview process from the following local Hillsborough County high schools: Bloomingdale, Durant, East Bay, Lennard, Newsome, Plant City, Riverview, & Spoto. Please consider a sponsorship or donation to this event. Contact Major Jim Haney, USMC Retired, @ jhhaney1@ gmail.com or 813.220.8758 cell for more information. Forms providing organizational objective, event

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SAT. MAR 28 - THE HEARTLAND CLUB SOCIAL GROUP HOSTS POTLUCK DINNER! 5 p.m. in the Kings Point North Banquet Room. This will be the final gathering of the club until fall. Former or current residents (Snow Birds) of Minnesota, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, Missouri and Kansas are all invited to join in the fun. Anyone in the greater Sun City Area with ties to the Heartland is welcome. The gettogether is free for paid members or costs $2.00 for non-members. The Club will provide the meat, coffee and tea. Guests are asked to BYOB and provide a salad, side dish or dessert to serve 8 to 10 people. The party is “pay at the door” but to facilitate the ordering of the main dish, reservations must be made no later than Wednesday, March 25th.

E-Mail Sylvia Eddens at franknsyl@ tampabay.rr.com to reserve your place at this evening of camaraderie and fun. Hope to see you there!

MON. MAR 30 - KINGS POINT QUILTERS 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Craft Room, KP Clubhouse, 10 a.m. Gigi’s Quilt Shop presentation and lesson. There will also be items for sale from Gigi’s Shop.

Open sewing after presentation.

TUE. MAR 31 - MAKING A PERSONAL HEALTH CARE PLAN: WHAT YOU NEED TO INCLUDE 9:30 - 11 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Sun City Center, FL. Learn the importance of creating your own personal health care plan now so that your loved ones know your wishes in the future. Find out how to create advanced directives and living wills, what options are available for you or your loved ones when medical and caregiving needs change, and how to navigate the variety of community services available to you. This event is sponsored by LifePath Hospice and is free to attend and light breakfast will be served. Please RSVP to Melissa DeBrine at 813-394-3231.

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Tea Time

When you have a health emergency in your home, there are several documents that will assist paramedics and EMT’s in determining how best to assist you.

The Vial of Life may not be an actual vial, but contains important medical documents that can assist medics when they are assessing your health. These documents include your list of current medications, allergies, and previous health history. If you are computer literate, you can make this list, save it and update it on your computer. Once that is done, fold it up, put it in an empty medication bottle and place it inside the refrigerator door. This is where medics will look for that information.

Too much information to put in a bottle? Attach it to the refrigerator with a refrigerator magnet.

If you do not use a computer, stop by the Emergency Squad and pick up a Vial of Life at our front desk. This bottle contains pink and blue forms – one for the lady of the house and one for the man. Fill them out as completely as possible, but your medications, history and allergies are the most critical pieces of information. Make sure this information gets updated as your health changes.

When the Emergency Squad responds to a call for someone who is “unresponsive,” we will ask the spouse or caregiver if the patient has a DNR. What is a DNR form? A Do Not Resuscitate Order is an important document to aid EMT’s, paramedics, doctors and nurses in identifying those people who do not wish to be resuscitated in the event of cardiac or respiratory arrest.

When a patient has suffered a cardiac or respiratory arrest and is essentially dead, a DNR means that CPR will not be initiated. It does not mean that care will not be provided if a patient is having an active heart attack and is still breathing.

To be a legal document, the DNR must be on yellow paper, properly signed by a competent patient or their representative and a licensed Florida physician. It should be easy to find and available at a moments notice.

Ask your doctor if their office has DNR forms, stop by the Squad to pick up a form or you can go to the State website at: http://www.floridahealth.gov/about-the-department-of-health/ about-us/patient-rights-and-safety/do-not-resuscitate/index.html

The Emergency Squad Announce New Emergency Medical Responders

Robin Watt The Emergency Squad is pleased to announce its newest Emergency Medical Responders from its January class. Emergency Medical Responders go through 40 hours of training in addition to 8 hours of CPR class. They must pass CPR in order to become an EMR. After finishing the class, all the volunteers go through mentoring.

Pictured below, back row. Elaine Shaefer Asst. Chief of Education, Dana Wallace, Jason Gomes, Michael Bardell, Shirley Bardell, EMT, Kathie Withers. Pictured front row: Marcia McKee, Susan Dietman, Linda Oddo. Not pictured. Alan King.

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By Rosie Korfant, Activities Coordinator JSA Medical Group After good ol’ H2O, tea is the most popular drink on the planet. Some research suggests it’s even healthier than water. Tea is no longer just to serve grannies on their porch or to our English friends. Carrie Ruxton, PhD, a dietician and tea expert in the UK, cites studies that suggest one cup of tea can hold up to five times more antioxidants than any fruit or veggie. The list of benefits is staggering: keeps your heart healthy; burns fat, wards off weight gain, prevents certain cancers, sharpens your mind, and helps your body beat the effects of aging and stress. So, it’s really tea time any time!

Diane L. McKay, PhD with Tufts University School of Nutrition in Boston says: “check out your tea mug.” Could that cuppa steamin’ stuff really do all this? BRAIN: may fight Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s.

BONES: protects against bone loss. HEART: study of 40k adult green tea drinkers showed 31% less heart disease. SKIN: EGCG in green tea has anticancer properties to help prevent skin tumors. An interesting point for me is that green tea serves up the EGCG antioxidant that also helps decrease fat absorption and contributes to weight loss.

Green tea, especially, has been proven to increase endurance during exercise. (Whoo Whee that pumps up my gym workout motivation a lot!)

Color me healthy—in more ways than one! Tea color signifies their particular benefits: white=anticancer properties, green=healthy antioxidants, oolong=boosts metabolism, black=decreases cardiovascular risks, herbal=therapeutic (calming and relaxing.)

Green tea, hot or cold, may be the most beneficial drink a fitnessminded person can swallow besides water. According to worldwide research, green tea: protects against many types of cancer, lowers cholesterol, and reduces blood platelet stickiness, thereby helping to stop hardening of the arteries. The studies rave on and on about the variety of benefits a few cups of green tea a day have on our bodies.

Interesting to note is that tea bags contain the same beneficial properties as loose leaf tea. (Thank goodness, I can swap out that well-used, but ineffective, tea strainer I’ve been using for years!)

A word of caution: while all these benefits of drinking tea are plentiful, caffeine may have adverse effects when combined with medications. Speak to a qualified health care provider for recommendations.

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By Robin Watt Marty Mallak moved to Sun City Center in September of 1994 and joined the Squad the very next month. She met Tom in 1997 while she was in EMT school and they married within a year. Soon after, Marty convinced Tom to join the Squad where he became an ambulance driver.

Unfortunately, after two hip replacements, duty as an ambulance driver became too difficult and he became a wheelchair van driver.

Marty worked as an EMT until 2008 when two knee replacements kept her off of the ambulance. It was then that Chief Christine Patrick asked her to become Captain of Team 5. She served there for two years and then she also became a Wheelchair van driver. She has since switched to dispatching.

Like many of our volunteers, Marty and Tom found that as their health changed, there were still other volunteer jobs they could do to serve the community. Marty has held an abundance of positions including Captain, Assistant Chief and Chief. Tom, she says, has consistently supported her 110%.

Tom decided to retire from the Squad at the end of January after 17-plus years of faithful and devoted service as a driver. Marty still serves as dispatcher and Asst. Captain on Team 5. Together they have served their community for over 38 years.

It is an honor and privilege to have such a dedicated and committed couple on the Squad. Thank you for your service and Tom, you will be missed.

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Our Lady’s Pantry Needs Your Help

By Paula Lickfeldt w/ Tom Bullaro Our Lady’s Pantry, in Wimauma, is hopeful of expanding so the people of the area will be better served. In 1999, when the food pantry first opened, 20 families weekly were given food. The number of families given food in 2005 broke 100 a week and, in 2014, 195 families a week were fed. Each family is given 60-80 pounds of food a week. A new building with more space to keep the food, both perishable and nonperishable, and to better serve the community, is desperately needed.

The majority of the money used to buy the food comes from The Knights of Columbus, the Nearly New Shop and the Community Foundation. Using the donated dollars, Our Lady’s Pantry is able to purchase food from “Feed America Tampa Bay” for 18 cents a pound. Food is also donated by many area groups and organizations.

Tom Bullaro, co-director of the Pantry along with his wife Anita, says that Our Lady’s Pantry has been serving the community since 1999, with more households coming for food all the time. “Thanks to the generosity of this community, we distributed just under 9,000 big boxes of groceries to the 1,100 families registered in Our Lady’s Pantry over the past 12 months.

Multiplied week after week, we are providing some dependable relief against hunger for large

approved by the diocese. All of the necessary permit applications are at the county engineer’s office for review. The expanded pantry is moving forward.

Construction is estimated to cost $150,000. Construction can begin when half of the funding $75,000 is in hand. A total of $22,355 had been donated thus far.

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numbers of children and adults.”

“Regrettably, we are greatly limited by space. The classroom where we work is only 1,152 square feet, in which we stack and organize literally tons of food for our families (143 tons in 2014).

Included in this space are seven stand-alone freezers and two refrigerators.

“The new building will have a bigger parking lot, allowing a better flow of traffic for cars coming and going, and people walking here and there. It will, therefore, be safer for everyone.”

According to Bullaro, the new Pantry, which will be 50 feet by 80 feet, for a total of 4,000 square feet, also will be located on the grounds of Our Lady of Guadalupe Mission.

If your Sun City Center or King’s Point club or organization is searching for an important 501 (c)(3) nonprofit to help support, a representation of Our Lady’s Pantry would love to talk with you.

Contact Tom Bullaro, director, or his wife Anita at 813-741-2000.

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Juanita Yeager Wows Kings Point Quilters

March, 2015

SET Meeting Monday, March 9: Dr. Peter Rubec on Soil-less Agriculture

MON. Mar 9 - Science, Engineering and Technology Club meeting.

7:30 p.m. in the Caper Room, Atrium Building, 954 North Course Lane. There is no cost for guests; anyone interested in science and technology is invited. With more farm land being used for houses, factories, and roads, how will we be able to grow food for an expanding world population? Dr. Peter Rubec, a research scientist at the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, will present “Is Soil-less Agriculture the Solution to Looming Food Crisis?”

Hydroponics, aeroponics, and aquaponics will be the focus of the possible solutions to meet the potential of a food crisis due to severe drought and over-development of farmland.

Sun City Center Registered Nurses Club

by Jane Scully The Kings Point Quilters were treated to a fabulous trunk show presented by Juanita Yeager. Juanita comes from a large family and was accustomed to seeing her mother and grandmother working on various sewing projects, mainly necessities for family members and the household. Like many of us who have tried different crafts, she too tried her hand at many, including pottery, ceramics, basket making, etc. When her children left the nest, Juanita decided to get back into sewing and discovered quilting which soon became her forever craft. She started with the basics like the rest of us, but soon became bored with that and began experimenting with more challenging technics. Listening to Juanita the quilters could envision themselves trying some of the crafts she had tried, heard her family tales. Then Juanita opened her trunk and displayed one masterpiece after another, each one larger and more vivid than the previous one.

Mouths dropped open and there was a chorus of wows throughout the room. It only got better from here. Juanita’s quilts are diverse, large scale compositions using dramatic use of color and range from realistic to abstract. All of her designs are painted on the fabric, complimented by very intricate machine quilting. She dyes her own fabric, completes about ten quilts a year including one or two commissions. Her largest commissioned quilt measures five feet by twelve feet and is displayed in the lobby of Floyd Memorial Hospital, New Albany, Indiana. fill up very fast! Sign up as soon as possible. With each signup page there is a sheet to put your name on a wait list. If we have enough names on the wait list we try to schedule another class.

Purple Butterflies News

On Wednesday, March 11, 2015, the Purple Butterflies will be going to Trader Joe’s in Tampa and then onto Mazzaro’s Italian Market in St. Petersburg for additional shopping and to enjoy a leisure and yummy lunch OYO. While at the St. Pete location, you may also want to visit the “new” Casa del Mazzaro’s. Both female and male guests are invited to join the Purple Butterflies for this trip. Meet at Community Hall on South Pebble Beach Blvd by 10:15 a.m. to sign in and get boarding pass number -- home by 4:30 p.m. Feel free to bring a, visibly self-labeled, cooler/chest, to store any acquired perishables. They will be transported in the compartment under the bus. $14 covers bus and gratuity. Checks should be made payable to “Purple Butterflies.” Details about Mazzaro’s and the sign up sheet are on the front table at 610 La Jolla Avenue or phone Elaine at 6343479 for more information.

Jazz Lovers Group

The Jazz Lovers will be enjoying the progression of jazz as cool jazz gives rise to many new styles and rhythms with Latin and Cuban leading the way. All are invited on Friday, March 20th in the Ripple Room of the KPNC from 2 to 4 p.m. For more information contact: Bill Ferron at 938-3571.

By Anise Tuma, Secretary SCC RN Club Thursday, March 5, 2015 the Sun City Registered Nurses Club will meet in he Atrium’s Caper Room.

Social time starts at 9:15am. The business meeting starts at 9:45am.

Followed by Phyllis Black, BSHEC, ASP, who will speak about “Staging homes before selling” and “Getting Rid of Clutter.” Visitors are welcome. Club membership is open to all sun City Center residents.

Dues are $10 and $15 for new members which includes magnetic badge. A reminder to bring items from Sister Sarah’s List for the medical van. Campbell Coupons for Shriner’s Educational Program.

Contact information: Lynn Murphy 813-634-6707 or Anise Tuma 813633-0499.

SCC Photo Club Announces January Competition Winners

Winners have been announced in the January competition of the Sun City Center Photo Club. Perfect scores were awarded by club judge Rolf Sultzberger. Bobbie Ray received a perfect score for Pitcher of Magical Lights and Jackie Hanson received her perfect score for The Cat from Hell.

In the Color Print category, at the Master level, Jackie Hanson won a gold for Soft Landing. Stan Lipski won a silver for Biking To Sullivan & Sons. At the Advanced level, Pat Jones received a gold for Broken Window. At Level 2, Rose Stack received a gold for Beached Buoy.

In the Unassigned level, Ted Giencke won a gold for A Guiding Light and God’s Creation and Celia Staples won a gold for Moon Glow.

In the Creative Arts Print category, at the Master level, Jackie Hanson won a gold with a Perfect score for The Cat from Hell and Stan Lipski won a silver for Eat Fish-Live Longer.

In the Monochrome Print category at the Unassigned level, Madlyn Blom won a gold for Poly Tech Dreams. Ted Giencke won a silver for Caution-Caution in Flight Collision.

In the Color Digital category, at the Master level, Gayle Fisher won a gold for Balancing Water Drop and Norfolk Virginia At Christmas.

At the Advanced level, Bobbie Ray won a gold for Aqua Luces Tampa Bay. At Level 2, Cheryl Levin won a gold for Scrap Electronics Components, Blue. Silver awards were given to Ron Shackelford for Pine Island Lizard, Gina Hebert for Red Hot Lily, Roger Kele for Watch Your Step and Alan Maser for Studying The Quran. At Level 1, Erica Collins won a gold for Springtime Splendor and Fred Durr won a silver for Butterfly On Flower. In the Unassigned level, Bruno Graziano received a gold for Forestport Reflection and also won a silver for Yellow Corvette.

In the Monochrome Digital category, at the Master level, Gayle Fisher won a gold for The Execution and Robert Winch won a silver for Above The Library. At the Advanced level, Bobbie Ray won a gold for Remnant of A Past Life. At Level 2, Gina Hebert won a gold for Symmetry. At Level 1, Fred Durr won a gold for Moss-Laden Trees and Erica Collins won a silver for Brick Road Home. In the Unassigned Level, Carol Deldhauser won a gold for Reflection and Bruno Graziano won a silver for Ginko Fall.

Art Club in SCC March Exhibitor

By Mel Solochek The Art Club in Sun City Center is privileged to name Claire Jacobs as its featured artist in the Gallery Exhibit for March. Claire shares her times between Sun City Center and her Canadian home on an island on Lake Ontario. Her earliest art memories are of tracing images at her aunt’s kitchen table when she was seven years old.

Claire is primarily self-taught, complimented by selected community and college classes and art workshops in Ottawa, Brookville, Belleville (Ontario, Canada) and Florida. Her medium of choice today is oil.

Pen and ink also hold a distant attraction, Having used ink washes as underpaintings.

Claire is drawn to the human face: “The challenge provides a constant energy and feel good fuel. Feeling that I have captured a true likeness makes me very happy; catching a glimpse of the inner person in my paintings, makes me even happier.” Claire is the previous President of the Sun City Art Club.

Open house for Claire’s, first time exhibit is on March 4, at the Art Gallery, from 1 to 3 p.m. You must see Claire’s artistic work and creative ideas. Come join us for art, drink and snacks.

Rose Stack received a gold for Beached Buoy.

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Purple Butterflies 2015 Membership Drive

The Purple Butterflies of SCC, a chapter of the International Red Hat Society, has open membership for all KP and SCC residents. Dues for the 2015 calendar year are $10 made out to “Purple Butterflies.” Our goal is for ladies, of all ages, to join a fun and friendly group. Our club colors are red hat with purple outfit. We have year round, monthly, functions either in town or bus/carpooling trips. There are registration forms on the front porch at 610 La Jolla Avenue (self serve and open 24/7) or phone Elaine at 634-3479 for more information.

SCC Art Club Art of the Month

By Mel Solochek The Art Club in Sun City Center presents Mel Solochek as Artist of The Month for March 2015. Mel presently serves as gallery director for the Art Club. He also has been interim publicity director, and has chaired several committees such as Fun Fest, Holiday Walk, “Hi, Neighbor!” and has served on several other committees.

Mel is a self taught artist and Sun City Center educated in art.

He has been taking lessons in acrylics from Anne Walker since he came to SCC three years ago.

Mel has a unique painting style and loves bright bold colors.

He is originally from Milwaukee, WI where he was a pharmacist and had his own business. He was also very active in a pharmacy buying, which he helped found and politically active on pharmacy issues. Mel moved to Florida after he met and married his wife, Roberta. Mel’s art work will be featured at: SCC library, Wells Fargo Advisors, 1701 Rickenbacker Dr., the Sun City Center Information Center, La Beautique Style Salon, 1649 Sun City Center Plaza Suite 102, American Momemtum Bank, 131 S. Pebble Beach Blvd, and the Art Club Window, 954 Cherry Hills Rd. The public is cordially invited to view the artwork during business hours.

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Pat Jones won first place with her print Broken Window.

It’s Grand Prix Time with the British Connection

Following the success of last year’s “Royal Ascot-A Day At The Races,” the British Connection invites members and guests to the nostalgic “British Grand Prix at Brands Hatch-UK’s Best Loved Race Circuit,” an evening of fun and food to be held on Tuesday, March 24, 6 to 9 p.m., in the Florida Room of the SCC Atrium Building. Fancy fascinators and stylish hats are encouraged for this social season event! Traditional British cuisine of shepherd’s pie and chicken curry with salad and dessert will be served along with tea, coffee and soda; bring your adult beverage of choice. Tickets are $12 for members and $15 for guests. Send checks payable to British Connection to 2303 Oxford Center Place, Sun City Center, FL 33573 no later than March 14, 2015. Become a member of the British Connection by including an additional check for $5 per person for the annual fee.

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Celebrate St Patrick’s Day with The Irish Connection

By Robbin Stratton-Upson Celebrate St Patrick’s Day with The Irish Connection at their annual Emerald Isle dinner party on Thursday, March 12, at 6 p.m. in the FLORIDA Room of the Atrium Building, 945 N. Course Lane, Sun City Center, FL, 33573. Enjoy a full buffet dinner of Chicken Cordon Bleu and Cod Fillet with Lemon Butter Sauce followed by dessert. One of the top competitive Irish Dancing schools in the USA will perform a traditional Celtic program and for you leprechauns who like to dance, a second musical entertainer will be sure to get your feet moving! Cost is $25 Member/$30 Non-member (accompanied by IC Member) and to reserve your table, make checks payable to ‘Irish Connection’ and mail to Bonnie Matthys -1805 Butterfly PL, SCC, FL 33573. For event info, call Kathy Lyons 813.633.2951 or Bonnie Matthys 813.642.8663. Bring your adult beverage of choice and your CA/KP membership badge, per the CA/KP rules, for entry. For membership information, please contact Joan Weening 813.633.5274 or go to www.sccirishconnection.com.

2015 British Connection Board Announced

The British Connection finalized its new board for 2015 on Monday, January 26, 2015, in the Kings Point Le Perk Bistro with positions unanimously voted for as follows: President Margaret Davis, Vice President Linda Peterson and Heather Holmes, Treasurer Terry Harris, Secretary Jennifer Johnson, Membership Nora Baker, Publicity/ Printing Chair Robbin Stratton-Upson, Board Members-at-Large for Events Jackie Amos, Dianne Zwicker, Veronica Harris, and Pam Treadwell and Events Decorating Chair Donna McLennan. Special recognition is noted for Linda Peterson for her past devoted service as President. For membership information, please call Nora Baker at 813.634.2332.

Woman’s Club Meets

"Winners of the Paper Tiara Award included (L to R) Louise Ferla, Most Outstanding; Linda Smith, Most Glamorous; Linda Raymond, Best Decorated, and Sandy Bodner, Prettiest Traditional Style."

By Uta Kuhn The Meeting of the GFWC Woman’s Club, which was held in January at Community Hall was a huge success. In cooperation with help from volunteers of the Nearly New Shop, Club members and about 50 visitors from the Nearly New Shop enjoyed a great Fashion Show. Models were volunteers from the Shop,who modeled clothing available at Nearly New. They deserve a great big “THANK YOU” The meeting also included lunch as always, served by Banquet Masters.

Everyone who attended had a wonderful time, and walked away feeling happy about their experience. Since January is “WEAR A HAT MONTH” many Club Members wore hats to the event. All in all, it was a memorable meeting, which will not soon be forgotten. The members of the Woman’s Club would like to take this opportunity to say “THANK YOU” to everyone for their hard work in making this event such a wonderful enjoyable event. Last but not least, if you have never been to the Nearly New Shop, you don’t know what you are missing. If you would like to become a member of the Club, please contact Pat Huisinga, 815-275-0001.

March, 2015

SCC Men’s Club Lifeline Volunteers of the Month

By Jay Sparkman Glenn Loucks, left, and Sam Sudman have been named Volunteers of the month of February for the Sun City Center Men’s Club Lifeline Program. Glenn and Sam are cited for their 100 hours of volunteer time with the program. Lifeline is a medical alert program from Phillips Lifeline and is the primary project of the Men’s Club. Club members are the volunteer installers, trainers, and problem solvers of the program. Through December 2014 there were 690 subscribers in Sun City Center and Kings Point. For more information about Lifeline please call the Lifeline office at 813-633-7091 or stop by the office located behind the SCCCA info center.

SCC Organ & Keyboard Club

The Organ and Keyboard Club is alive and well and growing in numbers. Our regular meeting held on Thursdays 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Thursday starts off with a “star of the week” playing for our listening pleasure with a the lesson beginning a 9:30 a.m. The club is most fortunate to have Professional Teachers that spend time with the students. One-on-one meeting is Friday 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. for help sessions For information call Bob Mulcahy 813-633-4628.

Italian Club Election Night

The Italian Club will have an free ice cream social for its Election Night. This is for 2015 paid up members ONLY. The event will take place at the KP Borini Theater on Tuesday, March 10. The doors will open at 6 p.m. The elections will be held at 6:30 p.m. Ice cream will be served after the election. Salvina will DJ until 9 p.m. Reservations are needed.

To reserve your place, please call Tom Barba at 813-633-0264.

Irish Connection Travelogue Party Huge Success

By Robbin Stratton-Upson The first Irish Connection party for 2015, on the 18 of January, found 64 packing the Caper Room of the Atrium Building. Everyone dined on finger foods/hors d’oeuvres, organized by Kathy Lyons’ social committee, after a warm welcome by President Paddy Cooney. A short of the SCC 2014 Golf Car Parade, featuring the IC’s winning carousel entry, was shown with special recognition of Larry Vaughan and Ian Donnelly and a request by Larry for any new volunteers or ideas for our future participation. An excellent musical tour of Ireland travelogue was thoroughly enjoyed by all which covered the entire island with Dr. Roy Johnston, who was born in County Tyrone in Northern Ireland, discussing how interesting travel to Belfast is today with its rich historic culture. Anyone who is Irish, of Irish extraction, or anyone who has an interest in Ireland, are welcome to join the Irish Connection Club which was formed with the object to promote all things Irish, including Culture, History and Music. For membership information, please call Joan Weening 813.633.5274 and for the latest online news, see the Irish Connection website, recently created by member Jack Lyons, at www.sccirishconnection.com.

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Sun City Center Audubon Club March Workshop

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the many aspects of love in our lives. They will be presenting their spring concert on Sunday, March 22, 2015 at 3 o’clock in the main sanctuary of St. Andrew Presbyterian Church. The church is located at 1239 Del Webb West Blvd in Sun City Center, Florida. No tickets are necessary, but a free will offering will be collected.

Their concerts are always highly anticipated and delightful for those attending. So don’t miss out and come join them for this celebration of love from around the world in song. We invite you to visit our Facebook page; just type “Facebook SCC Women’s Chorus” in your Google or other search engine box. You don’t need a Facebook account to view our page.

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By Stephanie Casey The Heartland Club social group is hosting a potluck dinner on Saturday, March 28th., in the Kings Point North Banquet Room. This will be the final gathering of the club until Fall. Former or current residents (Snow Birds) of Minnesota, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, Missouri and Kansas are all invited to join in the fun. Anyone in the greater Sun City Area with ties to the Heartland is welcome. The get together is free for paid members or costs $2 for nonmembers.

The Club will provide the meat, coffee and tea. Guests are asked to BYOB and provide a salad, side dish or dessert to serve 8 to 10 people. The party is “pay at the door” but to facilitate the ordering of the main dish, reservations must be made no later than Wednesday, March 25th. E-Mail Sylvia Eddens at franknsyl@tampabay.rr.com to reserve your place at this evening of camaraderie and fun. Hope to see you at 5 p.m. on March 28.

Photo of Common Yellowthroat by Ray Webb A workshop titled “Spring Bird Migration” will be sponsored by the Sun City Center Audubon Club on Tuesday, March 17, 2015, at 9 a.m. in Community Hall. The program is open to the public and free of charge.

Ray Webb, Master Birder of the Audubon Club, will present the workshop, which will last about 45 minutes to one hour. He will include pictures of migratory birds with their breeding plumage, such as Tanagers, Orioles, Grosbeaks, and The Irish Connection Movie Night Warblers.

At the end of the presentation, those who are interested will Monday Mar. 9th 6:30 p.m. at the Rollins Theater. Feature: RUDY carpool to Ft. Desoto to view any birds that are migrating or may be Starring Ned Beatty and Sean Astin as Rudy. Real life story of a midwest steel town lad that grows up dreaming of, someday, attending Notre permanent residents.

Dame and playing football for the Fighting Irish despite significant obstacles. A tale of persistence and the triumph of the human spirit.

Come Celebrate Love Around the World The SCC Women’s Chorus cordially invites you to celebrate musically With sub titles. All in SCC welcome. Bring every friend you have.

Sun City Center Photo Club

Meets Tuesday, March 10 at 6:30 p.m. in the Caper Room. Come and meet professional photographer and photo journalist, John Livernois. Originally from East Hartford, Connecticut, John resides in North Port, Florida. He has been involved in photography for over 40 years. He owned his own business, Livernois Photography, specializing in weddings and portraits.

He has worked as a photojournalist for the East Hartford Gazette and as photographer for the Pratt and Whitney Aircraft Company.

He also served as past president of the East Hartford Art League and has held various positions in several camera clubs in the Connecticut and Massachusetts area.

John has been a guest speaker and lecturer for many clubs and events throughout New England and Florida, including the NECCC annual photo conference. He has served as a judge and exhibitor winning over 800 awards and medals from the PSA, NECCC and various camera clubs, including slide and print of the year in both color and black and white. He is also distinguished with the title of “Master Photographer.” He currently is a member of Photo Adventures Camera Club and past president of the Florida Camera Club Council.

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

Dues for the 2015 year remain at $20 per person or $30 per household couple and provide access to club activities, competitions and classes as well as the photo lab with computers, scanners and large format printers. For more information on the club and its activities, please see our website at www.photoclubscc.com or visit the learning lab at 960D Cherry Hills Drive.

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Members of the Scandinavian Club of SCC will go on a trip to Port Manatee on Wednesday 25 March followed by a lunch. Members who have not paid their dues for 2015 should call Sandra on 813.690.1359 for availability and cost. Locals interested in a membership should call Fritz on 813.260.3422 for information.

Italian Club East Coast Sandwich Night

The Italian Club will hold its East Coast Sandwich Night on Tuesday, April 14th at the KP Borini Theater. The doors will open at 5:30PM. There will be a choice of Eggplant Parmigiana, Sausage, Peppers & Onions or Meatball Parmigiana. Salad, coffee and soda will be provided. BYOB. Entertainment will be by “The Dukes”. Members $12 and guests $14. Tickets will be sold in the KP North Club on Thursday, March 23rd and Friday, March 24th from 9 to noon. Please indicate your choice of sandwich on your check. Tables of 8, please keep your checks together. For information, please call Tom Barba at 6330264. Cut-off date: April 8th.

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Computer Club Meeting: Let’s Make a Movie Canadian Club Farewell Dinner and Dance At the March 4 meeting, Phil Sorrentino will show how to create your own movies, and create a DVD for use on any home DVD player, using Movie Maker. It offers the ability to create and edit videos, as well as to publish them on OneDrive, Facebook, YouTube, and Flickr. Come and learn how to use this fun product.

This meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Florida Room.

All SCC members and KP residents are invited. For details, contact Mary Boyes at 813-205-8025.

Computer Club Classes

Basic Picture Management March 3 or March 17, 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon $10 Members / $15 Non-members A basic workshop of approximately three (3) hours describing methods of transferring pictures from camera to computer; organizing and storing pictures; some basic editing functions and printing and other publications of your pictures.

Windows 8.1 Workshops March 9 or 25, 9 a.m. - 12 noon $10 Members / $15 Non-members This workshop is designed to familiarize you with Windows 8.1. In class we will show you how to navigate around and between the desktop and start screen. We will customize the start screen and play with some of the cool apps that are included. Among other subjects will cover antivirus, Microsoft accounts, search, and hot corners.

Basic iPad/iPhone for Seniors March 10 or 27, 9 a.m. - 12 noon $10 Members / $15 Non-members The iPad is almost a computer, but not quite. You can check email, carry your books and music around with you, and have fun playing games. Adjust the size of the readable text on the screen, too. We will go through the iPad setup to make your life easier and fun. This class could be used in conjunction with another class on how to get your music onto your computer and devices. Prerequisites: You need your own iPad that you bring to the workshop, along with the charger and USB cord. You will also need a Hillsborough County Library card in order to download a book from the library. You can get a library card at the library on 19th Ave or, with a bit more lead time, here at the SCC Library.

Tuning Your PC Workshop March 19 or March 24, 9 a.m. - 12 noon $30. For Computer Club Members Only Is your PC or laptop running slow, long boot times, do you wait forever for web pages to come up? This workshop will teach you how to remove spyware, viruses, browser add-ons, bad registry entries, junk files, and other problems that slow down your system.

You will work on your own computer and be able to see the results immediately. You will also receive a disk with the programs you will be using in the workshop. The workshop will begin at 9 a.m., so come a few minutes early to set up your computer. Only six slots will be available, so register early. Payment must be included with your registration.

How to Backup your Data with Synctoy March 23, 9 - 11 a.m. $10 Members / $15 Non-members Synctoy is a free backup tool that can make backing up your data so easy that you might actually do it. Synctoy can synchronize your important data files with backup copies, making the backup process quick and easy. Synctoy is a free application, from Microsoft, that can be downloaded and used with Windows 7 or 8. Synctoy provides much of the basic data backup and synchronizing features found in commercially available applications. This class will show you how to setup and use Synctoy in order to create an easy to use process to back up your data.

Introduction to Evernote March 12, 9 - 12 noon $10 Members / $15 Non-Members Evernote is a life-changing application. It lets you get rid of all that paper and organize your life. It is a program designed for storing “enotes.” An “enote” can be a piece of paper with text, a full webpage or webpage excerpt, a photograph, an email, a voice memo, or a handwritten “eink” note. Notes can be sorted into folders, then tagged, annotated, edited, given comments, searched, and exported. The class will help you create a personal Evernote account and show you how to create enotes from many different sources.

Sign up for your choice of class in the Computer Lab, Monday through Saturday 12:30 - 5 p.m. Tuition is payable upon registration.

How to sign up: Computer Club Class Registration Guidelines Select the Class Enrollment sheet of your choice and PRINT your name and phone number on a Class Registration Envelope. Complete the requested information. Enclose your payment (cash or check) and seal the envelope. Deposit in the Safe slot. (small black box on the counter) You are now registered for your class. Each class has a maximum number of students. If you have to cancel this registration, please contact Diane Hall at 813-633-2141 as soon as possible. This will enable someone else to take the class. Some classes fill up very fast!

Sign up as soon as possible. With each signup page there is a sheet to put your name on a wait list. If we have enough names on the wait list we try to schedule another class.

The Canadian Club of Kings Point will host a dinner and dance in the Borini Theatre on Tuesday March 24th. All Canadians residing in Kings Point and Sun City Center, are invited to attend. Live entertainment will be provided by “Elvis” (Billy Lindsey). This year, a Western theme will be featured and Western dress is encouraged. A catered meal will be provided by Banquet Masters. Doors open at 5 p.m. for hor d’oeuvres. Dinner at 6 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person and will be available at Kings Point North Clubhouse Lobby Friday, March 6, Monday, March 9 and Thursday, March 12 between 10 a.m. and noon. Book your table soon. The deadline to book your tickets is Tuesday March 17. For more information, phone Barb, 813-938-3832.

New York Empire State Club

“A ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION” Dinner Dance Meeting on March 3, 2015 at Kings Point Borini Room at 5 p.m. Entertainment by GARI, food by Banquet Masters.

Appetizer table at 5 p.m. Buffet menu: corned beef and cabbage with horseradish and mustard, shepherds pie, carved sugar glazed ham, oven roasted potatoes, fresh garden veggies, tossed salad and rolls with butter. Desserts, iced tea and soda also available. BYOB. Members $18.50 per person, guests $22.50 per person. Make checks payable to NEW YORK CLUB and send to “Frank Gatto, 1925 New Bedford Drive, SCC” or Phyllis Scali, 2030 Heathfield Court in Kings Point.” Phone 813.633.8942. If you need reserved seating of eight or more please mail checks together.

German-American Club Elects New Officers

These new officers will jump right in and lead the club in its busy winter and spring activities. March 20 – Fasching/Mardi Gras Party in Community Hall, March 21 & 22 German Heritage Festival to be held in Casselberry, FL.

L to R: Secretary, Ursula Clark, President, Charlotte Kappel, Vice President, Bill Adkins, Treasurer, Duane Dannels.

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St. Patrick’s Dinner Dance

Another great party sponsored by the Michigan Club! St Patrick’s Day Dinner Dance - Tuesday March 17 - Borini Theater - 5 p.m. Corned Beef and Cabbage or Ham if you wish, Green Beer - BYOB. Dance to the music of Bobby Remp. Members $18 Guests $20 - tables for eight are available. Ticket sales every Tuesday 9 a.m. to noon - KPN Lobby.

Questions? call 813.419.4080.

‘66 Chevelle Super Sport Cruiser of the Month

A pristine and powerful 1966 Chevelle Super Sport owned by Jerry Dixon of Sun City Center is the Roamin’ Oldies February cruiser of the month. The Super Sport was a serious muscle car right from the factory, with a 396-cubic inch V8 and an available 4-speed transmission. Jerry’s car, with the engine upgraded to 496 cubic inches and matched to a five-speed Tremec transmission, is a great deal stronger.

A long-time racer and enthusiast, Jerry said he’s been looking for 15 years for the just-right ’66 Chevelle. The one he found only three months ago already is a show winner, and looks to be a formidable competitor should he decide to go back to racing. The Roamin’ Oldies host a cruise-in from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. the first Thursday of every month in the Apollo Beach Winn-Dixie Plaza on US41, with a rain date the following Thursday. There is no charge for spectators or participants, who vote to select the cruiser of the month.

About 100 of the area’s finest antique and collectible cars often take part, accompanied by classic oldies music played by DJ Joey Ferrante. The event is sponsored by Thompson’s Auto Parts and Sun City Center Funeral Home. For information, call Chet at 813-842-1511.

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Rays Coach Speaks to Men’s Club

Tom Foley, bench coach for the Tampa Bay Rays, was guest speaker at the January meeting of the Sun City Center Men’s Club. Foley entertained the 240 members and guests with thoughts about the current makeup of the Rays roster and the recent changes of players, managers, and administrative staff.

Foley, who played for 13 years in the major leagues, also related some of his experiences as a player and spoke of how technology has made a big change in baseball.

Pictured from left, Ron Pelton, Men’s Club President, Tom Foley, and Art Smith, Men’s Club President Elect. The Men’s Club is open to residents of Sun City Center and Kings Point. For more information call Jon Lehr at 813-260-3058.

Ode to Cheese with the Wisconsin Club

The cheeseheads of The Wisconsin Club of SCC/KP are at it again! They will be concluding their successful social season with ODE TO CHEESE NIGHT, on Thursday, March 12, 2015 at Community Hall in SCC from 5 to 7 p.m. Doors will close promptly at 5:15, to accommodate the full program of activities. So, you don’t want to be late and miss any of the fun, doncha know. Community Hall is located on S. Pebble Beach Blvd in SCC. Bring yourself, your friends and your favorite beverage for a night of cheese sampling complete with some other delicacies. We’re not talking your mom’s American cheese slices either! There will be a presentation on the various cheeses to be sampled, fun facts about cheese, cheese making, games and prizes. Everything else you need on the table and for the night will be provided. The cost will be $5 per person and you must have your reservations to Hede Horne no later than Friday, March 6, 2015. Please mail your reservation and payment to 1226 Caloosa Creek Court, SCC 33573. Make your check payable to: The Wisconsin Club. For question, please contact Hede Horne, Treasurer, at 813-634-0712; Art Droege, President at 813-633-6165; or Bev Hetzel, Membership at 309-236-2900.

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KPAL/Art Club SCC Event

By Kathy Pruschen, KPAL Publicity The Art Club in Sun City Center and Kings Point Art League proudly present “Painting Out Loud With Leoma Lovegrove” on Tuesday, March 3rd from 1-4 p.m. in the Sun City Center Community Hall at 1910 Pebble Beach Blvd. Get your tickets now for this extraordinary and amazing Demo

by Florida’s own Leoma Lovegrove.

Tickets are $5, and you can contact Mary Ann Meeker 813 634-7006 or Marsha Lucidi 813 938-5100 for ticket information.

Leoma Lovegrove is an impressionistexpressionist painter known worldwide for her vivid colorful paintings. Leoma is a graduate of Florida’s prestigious School of Art and makes her home and international headquarters on Matlacha Island. Every year she greets thousands of visitors where Leoma is inspired to paint with endless creativity. She loves the Matlacha Island and is currently the President of the Matlacha Island Chamber of Commerce and promotes tourism to the Sunshine state. In the United States her works are represented in numerous galleries. More recently, Bealls Florida Department Stores is featuring her as their Florida artist under the designer label Leoma Lovegrove complete with her trademark eye glasses. In Atlanta, Georgia, her portrait of Jimmy Carter hangs in his Presidential Library. Her art is in the private collection of the White House in Washington, DC and in President George W. Bush’s Presidential Library in Dallas, Texas. Lovegrove was honored at an artist’s reception in the White House given by First Lady, Laura Bush.

Her artwork has also graced the windows at Rockefeller Center in New York City.

Internationally, Lovegrove was commissioned to paint a portrait of Richard Branson for the Virgin Airlines Headquarters in London.

Her Beatles Series drew the attention of the city of Liverpool. Leoma was the first American to paint on the replica of Claude Monet’s floating studio in Giverny, France, and she was honored to be the first American artist to have an exhibition in the famous Pierre Bonnard home.

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SCC Photo Club Photography Class

John Hynal is an active photographer whose career has spanned 40 years. Currently he is on staff as an instructor at Art Center Manatee, Manatee Technical Inst. and Colleen Cassidy Art School in Sarasota. With 25 years experience in retail and management with Norton Camera and Johnson Photo Imaging, he shares information with his students, beyond the “How to” of camera operation. His “Pure & Simple” workshops have been the starting point for many of the area’s finest photographers and have been voted the “best photography classes” on Florida’s sun coast.

Sun City Audubon Club March Meeting

The Sun City Audubon Club will meet on Saturday, March 7, 2015, in the Florida Room. Please arrive at 9:30 a.m. for refreshments and socializing. The business meeting at 10 will be followed by an interesting and educational program, “The Lifestyles of Birds and Fish.” Captain Gian DeBella, author and charter captain, will discuss the history and facts about Gulf species and the role they play in nature. Guests are welcome to attend. Call Lynn at 813-938-1065 for information about the Club and meetings.

You will hear details about the field trip, a Mote Marine Boat Tour, scheduled for Tuesday, March 10. View nesting habitats of pelicans, herons, ibis, and more. Experience sea creatures such as puffer fish, sea horses, and cow fish. The cost for the boat tour is $25. Please call Juanita at 813-633-0830 for more information and to sign up.

SCC German American Club Party

On Friday, March 20, the SCC German-American Club will host a Mardi Gras (or Fasching) party, beginning at 4:30 in the Community Hall on S. Pebble Beach. The high point of this dinner-dance will be the costumes our neighbors and friends appear in! There are prizes for costumes for singles, couples and groups. And, as if there is not fun enough, the club has been able to hire the super talented entertaining musicians, The Alpine Express Band, for dancing and partying! There will be a catered buffet meal ready at 5:45 and the dancing will continue on until 9 p.m. The price for this fun party is $21 for club members and $25 for non-members. Tickets are available by sending your check made out to the SCC German-American Club to Mike Albanese, 1808 Granville Lane, Sun City Center, FL 33573.

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Male Call for Prostate Health

Sponsored by the Men’s Club of Sun City Center Monday, March 9, 2 p.m. at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb Blvd., West. Our speaker will be Dr. Samuel G. Smith (Ret).

Dr. Smith will speak on “Sexuality and Prostate Cancer: It’s not just the treatment that can cause problems.” As Prostate Cancer is frequently a couple’s disease. It is suggested that Spouses Partners and Physicians attend. Refreshments will be served. For questions and schedule contact Sam Smith 813-746-1989 or Harry Benter 813625-5328.

Audubon Adventure Film

The Eagle Audubon Society of Kings Point invites the public to attend the final adventure travel film of the 32nd season entitled “Etched in Stone: Scotland to Provence” to be presented on Saturday, March 21st at 7:30 p.m. in the Borini Theater of the KP Clubhouse. The film will be presented by the talented filmmaker, Monty Brown, and he promises to share his unique insight into the stories and legends of the past embedded in the monuments, castles, churches and other stone remnants found in Scotland, England and across the channel in France. Tickets are $8 per person and are available at the Kings Point Box Office M-F and just prior to the presentation. For information call (813) 387-3447.

Men’s Club Celebrates Valentine’s Day

By Jay Sparkman The group pictured here is just a few of the 286 members and guests of the Sun City Center Men’s Club who celebrated Valentine’s Day with a dinner dance at the SCC Community Hall.

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Elfi Nolden, Kurt Nolden, Adolf Lex, and Frances Lex. Standing from left, Joy Sparkman, Dieter Schwalbe, Dorothy Schwalbe, Gerda Haeger and John Haeger. The Men’s Club is open to residents of Sun City Center and Kings Point. For membership information call Jon Lehr at 813-260-3058.

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Metaphysical Society Events & Activities

Time: 10 a.m. Where: CA Central Campus: March 4 in the Heritage Room, “Music and Spirituality” presentation with Janalea Hoffman. Music has a powerful effect on our immune system and emotions. Learn why music affects you physically, emotionally and spiritually and how to listen to music more actively to help alleviate pain.

March 11 in the Heritage Room, “What is Coming,” presentation with Rev. Carl Franklin. Based on channeled information, the next three years are projected to be a time of RAPID change. Carl will share with us some of the expected changes, how we can help create what is coming and what we can do to assist ourselves and our loved ones in integrating more fully with these changes. Revs.

Ortrun and Carl Franklin are available for afternoon sessions.

March 18 in the Sandpiper Room, Open Meeting - Spring Celebration – think green! Members and guests gather to celebrate the passing of winter. Refreshments provided: bagels, cream cheese, cookies, tea and coffee.

March 25 in the Heritage Room, “Faith and Healing,” presentation with Bill Allard. Bill shares his amazing story of his walk with cancer when diagnosed in March 2013 with Stage IV throat cancer. He brings a message of hope.

Activities: Sunday, March 8 at 2:30 p.m., in the Heritage Room, Central Campus - Metaphysical Movie Sunday features the 2004 movie “What’s the Bleep Do We Know!” staring Marlee Matlin and Elaine Hendrix. Science and spirituality come together in this mind-bending trip down the rabbit hole of quantum physics and consciousness.

Open to the Public. Free admission. For info call Jeannie at 813 9385931 or Holli at 813 419-4704.

Mondays, March 2, 9, 16, and 30 at 1 p.m., in the Heritage Room, Central Campus - Book Group features “Life Reflections on Your Journey,” by Louise Hay. No homework as the group reads aloud and discusses as they go. Facilitator: Alice at 813-634-9065.

Presentations, Open Meeting, and Book Group are open to SCC residents and their guests, and reciprocal communities. Metaphysical Movie Sunday is open to the public. Love offering requested to benefit the Society for Presentations. Free admission for Open Meeting, Book Group, and the Sunday Movie. For General Info call Vicky at 813 398-7033; for Program Info call Jeannie at 813-938-5931 or Holli at 813-419-4704; and for Membership Info call Ludi at 813-9385686.

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Irish Dinner at St. Andrew

Begorra, there’s an Irish feast coming up, and you all are invited to St. Andrew Presbyterian Church in Sun City Center! There will be corned beef, red potatoes, cabbage, salad, rolls, and cheesecake on March 22 at 5 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. The food will be catered by Econo Catering. The price is $9 a ticket. Tickets will be sold weekdays at the church office (entry at church rear) starting February 23, Monday, through noon on March 16, Monday. The entertainment is Patrick “Paddy” Cooney and a wonderful Irish dance group.

St. Andrew is located at 1239 Del Webb Blvd. West and can be contacted at 813-634-1252.

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Are you confused about gluten-free diets and should you be on one? Is yogurt good for you? Should I eat it daily? How many fruits and vegetables should I eat daily? Can I juice them? Can I overdo it with certain foods?

Have your questions answered at our information meeting March 12 at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church in Sun City Center. This free presentation will be given by a registered dietitian, Carole Miller.

Carole has practiced dietetics at Palm Garden Nursing Home, Plaza West, and for the past 13 years, at South Bay Hospital as Clinical Nutrition Manager. Carole is registered with the Academy of Nutrition and Education and is licensed in Florida. She’s currently a personal consultant. Over 40 years of practice and continuing education have given Carole insights that may help YOU. St. Andrew is located at 1239 Del Webb Blvd. West and can be reached by telephone at 634-1252.

Beth Israel Musical Event

By Marion Sharkey Beth Israel Congregation will sponsor a musical event on Sunday, March 1. It will be a concert featuring Kathy and Paul Storfer. The Storfers have been involved in Jewish music for nearly 25 years and are deeply involved in interfaith work. They annually take part in sharing the leadership of a large inter-denominational choir during Martin Luther King Jr. weekend celebrations at the Antioch Baptist Church in Bedford Hills, NY. They are also founding members of northern Westchester’s “Unity Made Visible” a cooperation circle of the United Religions Initiative. The concert will begin at 3 p.m. in the sanctuary and will be followed by a wine and cheese reception in the social hall. This event is open to the public and will cost $10 with a reservation. The price is $12 at the door. Please call Judy Branch at 813-746-1222 by February 26.

Ellis Island Documentary

The first part of a documentary about “Ellis Island” from the History Channel was shown to Beth Israel Congregation on February 2 and February 9 in the Henry Gibson social Hall at the Temple on Del Webb Blvd. in Sun City Center at 3 p.m. Approximately 40 members attended and learned about what their parents and grandparents experienced as they ventured to this country from Russia, Poland, Germany and many other countries. The film was preceded by a presentation given by Ms.Tollie Banker, faculty librarian and adjunct history professor at Hillsborough Community College Southshore. Ms. Banker gave an informative overview of “Geneology 101,” which included the how, what and who is needed when beginning a search into your ancestry. A lively question and answer period followed and of course refreshments were enjoyed by all.

March, 2015

Estranged Adult Children

Share Your Story With The United Methodist Church On Saturday, March 21 at the United Methodist Church of Sun City Center, Heather Newman-Trivus, MSW, LCSW, ACSW, BCD will address the topic of adult children who have walked away from their parents. Often, the parents never know why. If you or someone you know has experienced estrangement and would be willing to share his/her story, please contact Barbara Kanoza, Ministry Executive Team Coach of UMC at (813) 298-7209.

Cameroon Missionaries Speak at Trinity

Trinity Baptist Church, in Sun City Center, recently hosted a visit by Missionaries Tim and Amy Moline, who serve in Cameroon, West Africa. Cameroon is one-third Muslim and two-thirds Christian. English and French are the official languages, complimented by some 270 tribal group languages. The Molines serve in an English speaking area. Cameroon is one of the most corrupt countries in the world and that is a constant challenge for them and the residents of the country. They presented an overview of their work at the evening service and explained that their mission is to multiply Christian leaders and strengthen churches. They serve at the Cameroon Baptist Theological Seminary (CBTS), which provides education from primary school through the Master’s degree level and has 250 students per year. CBTS trains Cameroonian missionaries, who serve in remote villages and reach thousands of people. A lot of new churches are being started and there is a real need to strengthen and grow them.

A reception was held after the service, which provided more time for the Moline’s to discuss their work and to answer questions from the attendees. For more information about the church, please call 634.4228 or visit the website at www.trinitybaptistscc.com.

Saint Anne Dedicates New Facility

The weekend of February 14 and 15 marked a new milestone for the Saint Anne Food Pantry, located on the church campus at 106 11th Ave. N.E. in Ruskin. Parishioners and community representatives joined in the celebration as South Hillsborough’s newest facility was blessed by Very Rev. John F. McEvoy, Pastor of St. Anne Catholic Church, on Saturday evening and again on Sunday morning. In honor of the celebration, Food Pantry volunteers from the Saint Anne outreach ministry prepared a light reception following both observances. The 4,000 square foot facility was filled to capacity on both days.

The Food Pantry Committee and volunteer staff members have worked very diligently over the past four years to make this vision a reality. This accomplishment is truly a community event. The donations of both long-time and new parishioners, and the very generous contributions and grants of the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay, The Simmons Foundation, the Community Foundation of Greater Sun City Center, and The Interfaith Council have resulted in a debt-free building. The greater South Shore Community is ultimately the recipient of this cooperative effort. More information about Saint Anne Catholic Church is available on its website: www.

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Mission Smiles Dental Truck Visits The United Methodist Church

Sixty adults and children received dental hygiene care as well as x-rays and necessary extractions as Mission Smiles brought their dental truck to the campus of The United Methodist Church of Sun City Center. Pat Hill, Director of Ministries stated, “Our church is dedicated to provide free dental services to those in our community who otherwise could not receive care.”

Mission Tampa is a 501(c)(3) Christian Ministry which was incorporated in 2004 to meet the spiritual, emotional and physical needs of Tampa’s poor and homeless. The heart of this ministry is to see lives transformed by the power of God. In all endeavors, the primary purpose of Mission Smiles is to share the life-changing love of Christ.

Local dentists, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, Sun City Center, and Dr. Katie Barlow, Sun Coast Dental, donated their services throughout the day. Dr. Michelle Holcomb’s office staff offered support. Kathy McGartland, Program Manager from Mission Smiles shared this purpose: “People in South County have crucial needs for dental care, and we are here to meet these needs.”

In support of Mission Smiles, the church made a donation available through a grant received from the Community Foundation of Greater Tampa Bay: Project Tooth. A day of church and community working together to change lives.

Nearly New Shop Presents Fashion Show

Volunteers from the Nearly New Shop in Sun City Center Plaza presented a fashion show for the Sun City Center Woman’s Club at the club’s January meeting. Wearing donated goods from the Nearly New Shop the models pictured are, from left, Peg Nagy, Linda Atkins, Cheryl Okke, Linda Berry, Miriam Zane, Joyce Falandysz, Rosie Elam and Kelsey. Dee Kelly and Joyce Falandysz, lead volunteers at the Nearly New Shop, coordinated the event. The Sun City Center Interfaith Council uses funds raised from the sale of donated items at the Nearly New Shop to fund scholarships and grants in the South Hillsborough County area. For more information please call 813-6429099.

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Redeemer Lutheran Women to Meet

The women’s organization of Redeemer Lutheran Church (Women of the ELCA) will meet on Wednesday, March 18 beginning with refreshments at 9:30 a.m. The 10 a.m. program will be a presentation

by Sigi Espino on Kuna Handcrafts. The Kuna are an Indian tribe living in the San Blas archipel of Panama. Today there are about 40 to 45,000 of them. The traditional dress of a Kuna woman consists of a patterned blue cotton wrappen skirt, red and yellow headscarf, arm and leg beads, gold nose ring, earrings, and the many layered and finely sewn mola panel blouse, the Mola. The artistry of a mola reflects a synthesis of traditional Kuna culture with influences of the modern world. Mola art developed when Kuna women began access to store bought yard material, mainly colored cotton. Mola designs were first inspired by geometric body paintings, by Kuna mythology, legends, and by nature. In modern times they are influenced by posters, political adds, commercial labels, books and TV cartoons as well as daily living. Samples of Molas and what can be made out of them will be shown in the presentation. Everyone is invited to attend.

For more information, call 813-634-1292.

St. John Youth Fight Hunger On Sunday, February 1, St. John the Divine Episcopal Church Youth Group collected money, after each service, to donate to THE Mary and Martha House who give shelter and support to abused women and children. All $580 collected is going to the Mary and Martha House. We also do our “Souper Bowl of Caring” on Super Bowl Sunday to fight hunger and poverty. This annual event is the perfect reminder to reach out to those who struggle.

L to R: Kennett Luxana, Katie Arp, Anthony Primiano, Rebecca Carlisle, John Patterson, Kylie Miller, Zachary Shavnore.

Hope Fund’s Breakfast & Bingo at Community Hall on March 28

It’s time again for The Hope Fund’s semi-annual Breakfast & Bingo (B&B)! On Sat., March 28 from 8:30 to 11 a.m., come to Community Hall on South Pebble Beach Boulevard in SCC to enjoy another B&B. The admission price is only $7 for a large omelet with your choice of fillings, a bagel with cream cheese or a doughnut, orange juice, coffee or tea. You will go through the line with ease!

Bingo begins at 9:30. Bingo cards cost $1 each. Play for cash prizes!

Tickets are available at the door. Everyone is welcome.

The Hope Fund is a 501(c)(3) organization made up entirely of volunteers who are dedicated to improving the lives of at-risk children who live in Wimauma and attend the after-school and summer programs at Bethune Park. The Hope Fund partners with RCMA to maintain the programs so that the children will have a safe place to go after school and during the summer while their parents work.

Along with a volunteer Board, The Hope Fund consists of volunteers from SCC, including King’s Point, who generously give of their time to help the kids. They volunteer for one hour a week as tutors, mentors, readers and reading instructors. There is a running program to promote good exercise habits, and there are art classes which encourage the children’s creative side. There is a computer lab.

The Fund also runs a Kids’ Cafe which provides healthy snacks after school. Holiday parties, and field trips are part of the activities. There is a sex and drug education program for older children. Programs include chess, woodworking, a health class and counseling on nutrition, family life, self esteem, and first aid. New this year is a music class where the children are getting a chance to play a trumpet.

Tuition is charged to help finance the programs. The Hope Fund provides 99% of the families with financial assistance.

For further information about The Hope Fund and/or Breakfast & Bingo, to volunteer to work with the kids for one hour a week, or to give a tax-deductible donation, call Carla Miles at 634-4268. All money raised goes to benefit the children. More information may be found at the Fund’s website at www.the-hope-fund.org. We hope to see you on March 28!

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Popular Charity Lunch Returns at St. Andrew Presbyterian

The Mission Committee of St. Andrew Presbyterian Church in Sun City Center is inviting our community to join friends at St. Andrew to help reach out to our greater community needs. The public is invited to participate in a Metropolitan Ministries Circle of Compassion Box Luncheon on Sunday, March 15, in Fellowship Hall at St. Andrew.

Box lunches cost $13 each, with all proceeds going to Metropolitan Ministries to help feed people in need. The lunches must be ordered in advance. Tickets may be purchased at the church office (entry in back) weekdays through March 8. Each Executive Box Lunch will contain a choice of a turkey club or Black Forest ham sandwich, Italian antipasto salad, seasonal fresh fruit, homemade chips and a gourmet cookie. The pre-ordered box lunch can be picked up on Sunday, March 15, between 10:30 a.m. and noon. Visitors may join St. Andrew members in Fellowship Hall to partake, or carry out the meals. St. Andrew is located at 1239 Del Webb Blvd. W. and can be contacted at 813-634-1252.

Brotherhood A Capella Quintet to Appear at United Community Church

March 20 at 6 p.m. Fantastic Friday dinner theatre at United Community Church, United Church of Christ, 1501 La Jolla Ave. will feature the “Brotherhood.” This is an all male A Capella Qunitet that has been singing together since 1987. The dinner will be catered by Laura Schular of Sun Coast Catering and consist of carved ham, baked whitefish with seafood dressing, red potatoes, zucchini with tomatoes and onions and banana pudding. Tickets for the dinner and the show, are $18 per person and can be purchased on Sunday morning after worship or on Tuesday and Thursday morning from 10 until noon in the narthex of the church. The last day to get a dinner/theatre ticket will be March 17. Tickets for the show only are $5 per person and can be purchased up until show time. For more information or to buy a ticket, call Paula 633-6739

Council of Catholic Women Fashion Show

The CCW of Prince of Peace will be holding their annual Spring Fashion Show, “Celebrate Spring” on Thursday, April 9 at the Community Hall, 1910 South Pebble Beach Boulevard. The event begins at noon, doors will open at 11 a.m. to give everyone the opportunity to try on fashions and view the accessories and jewelry.

Fashions are by Patchington’s. Banquet Masters will provide a buffet lunch including chicken florentine and crab stuffed filet of sole. There will be door prizes. A portion of the proceeds will benefit “Eckerd’s Raising Hope.” The cost of a ticket is $25. For tickets, please contact Lynn at (941) 723-8431.

Nearly New Shop Department of the Month

The department of the month at the Nearly New Shop in the Sun City Center plaza is the outside department. Volunteers received certificates of appreciation. Pictured from left are Leo Pelzch, Tom Mackar, Jim Davis, Bob Earnshaw, Solon DeWitt, and, presenting the certificates, Dee Kelly, Nearly New volunteer and secretary of the Sun City Center Interfaith Council. The Interfaith Council uses monies from the sale of donated items at the Nearly New Shop to fund grants and scholarships in South Hillsborough County. For more information call 813-642-9099.

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Temporary Assistance

If you are a legal resident of Kings Point or Sun City Center you may be eligible for temporary financial assistance from the Mary Petro Fund, which is operated by volunteers in the Mary Petro office located in the United Community Church at 1501 La Jolla Ave. The fund was endowed by Mary Petro, a former resident of Sun City Center, for seniors in need within our community and funds may be used for the purchase of food or medicine.

Recipients must meet a maximum income limitation and exceptions may be made for unusual circumstances. You may call the Mary Petro office at (813) 634-8306 any Tuesday or Thursday between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. for more information. Applicants will be asked to complete an application form, show a current ID card from the SCC Community Association or the Kings Point Federation and have documentation supporting their income. Referral information is also available at the office for other area services.

Danny Justice Show

The Men and Ladies of the Ancient Order of Hibernians present Danny Justice, the noted Irish comedian on March 2nd. at 7pm in the SCC Florida room. Tickets are $15 per person. Tables of eight are available. BYOB. Call Tom Bennis 813-633-5188 for tickets and information.

SCC Swim Dancers Welcome Everyone to their “WHODUNIT “ Aquatic Show

By Dana Ellerbrock When Erma Bombeck was asked what she would change if she had her life to live over, she offered some musings and ended with “given another shot at life, I would seize every minute of it...look at it and really see it...try it on..live it...exhaust it and never give that minute back until there was nothing left of it!”

Well, that pretty much sums up the Sun City Center Swim Dancers and their preparation for the 2015 annual synchronized swim show that will be performed in the Atrium indoor lap pool, 961 North Course Lane, on Saturday, March 14, at 2 p.m. Sue Muise, known as Susan to everyone else in Sun City except the swim dancers, developed the concept for the show on the nights she could not sleep. She created a “WHODUNIT” murder mystery plot at the pool. The investigation would be influenced by famous crime scene detectives, familiar policemen and lawyers, with a murder mystery writer thrown in for good measure. The swim dancers loved the story when presented last spring. First, they made Sue the Show Director, then everyone took some aspect of the show and ran with it. The swim dancers reviewed hundreds of movie and television theme songs that applied to the plot. The gals who volunteered to choreograph a swim number, selected a song and designed a swim routine constructed from familiar synchronized swim figures.

Most of the theme songs in this category are instrumentals, no words, like the theme from Pink Panther, and the tune from Law and Order.

Lovely music to listen to, twice as hard to swim to, with no words as clues, the whole number requires the swimmers to count. More than half the songs are instrumental, and the count has to be perfect if the swimming is to be synchronized! When the swimmers are not perfecting swim routines, they are designing and creating costumes that will take the abuse of water and not restrict movement. Sewing hands are reconstructing thrift store finds and new fabrics into criminal system costumes, knitting hands are clinking together creative hats, craft hands are fabricating props, shopping hands are searching for accessories and measuring hands are fitting all of the above to coral swimsuit covered bodies.

Non-swimmers too are pulled into the current of activity. The audio engineers at the Atrium installed new speakers at the pool, enhancing the music played plus the sound delivery of John Bowker, a professional announcer, who offered to return for this year’s show as the Master of Ceremonies. Joe Elam, the lost tourist from last year’s show, is offering his theatrical talent this year as Inspector Steve McGarrett (Hawaii Five-0) who just happens to be on vacation in Sun City Center from Hawaii. Former swimmer and creative genius, Ilona Merritt, is generating all the graphic designs for the show, from posters, to tickets to programs. Husbands and friends are playing music during practice, taking photographs and videos, making props, and running errands. If that isn’t enough activity, the Swim Dancers have invited another senior synchronized swim team from Palm Harbor, the Synchro-Belles to join in the swim fun. They are bringing their Synchro-Stars, ages 7-9, who will swim to the music of Peter Gunn.

Hot off the press tickets will be available at the ticket kiosk for a donation of $3 on March 9-13 (M-F) from 9 a.m. to noon. Swim dancers will also have tickets and any remaining tickets will be available at the door. The hour-long show will be filled with style and grace and fun and mischief!

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Alzheimer’s Do’s and Dont’s

By Debbie Caneen Nationally renowned Dementia Care Expert Teepa Snow appeared at St. John the Divine Episcopal Church in Sun City Center on Monday, February 2, 2015. Over 250 caregivers and professionals caring for those with Alzheimer’s or dementia attended the daylong event.

Teepa provided riveting, handson Do’s and Don’ts to teach attendees how to better care for their loved ones suffering with dementia and Alzheimer’s. Her ultimate goal at this presentation was to improve the quality of life for not only those with dementia but also families and caregivers struggling to cope with these diseases. Attendees were brought to tears while Teepa utilized her extraordinary gift for acting out the real-life horrors and hopes of caring for a failing loved one. Families and caregivers were provided with communication tools that they could immediately use in their everyday lives. The Alzheimer’s Association among others was in attendance as additional resources for caregivers. Pictured with Teepa Snow is Scott Fox, owner of Senior Helpers who enlisted Teepa for the event. Also pictured is Debbie Caneen, Director of Admissions at Sun Towers Retirement Community who provided complimentary breakfast and hot lunch for all in attendance. St. John the Divine Episcopal Church provided the use of their sanctuary and kitchen facilities to make the day a memorable occasion for all. For more information about Teepa Snow, contact Senior Helpers at 813-677-1400.

The South Shore Symphony Orchestra will present its next concert, “Destinations,” on Sunday, March 8, 2015, at United Community Church, in Sun City Center. The church is at 1501 La Jolla Avenue.

The concert will be in the sanctuary of the church and will begin at 4 p.m. Tickets are available at the church office and can also be purchased at the door. Tickets are $15 (free for children under the age of 10).

The concert will highlight various travel destinations, such as Vaughan Williams’ English Folk Song Suite and Smetana’s The Moldau (Czechoslovakia). Also featured on the concert are the first movement of Dvorak’s Cello Concerto in B Minor (Czechoslovakia), the Gershwin/Whitney An American in Paris Suite (France), Ford’s Blunderbuss Battles (high seas), and John Williams’ Star Wars (outer space).

The South Shore Symphony made its Sun City Center debut on May 21, 2010. Since then it has grown significantly in size and quality. It features professional musicians from all over the Tampa Bay area who are committed to offering the South Shore community excellent light classical and pops music. The orchestra is very happy at its new home, The United Community Church. The Conductor and Artistic Director of the SSSO is June C. Hammond who holds a Doctor of Music degree from The Florida State University has done post-doctoral study in orchestral conducting at the University of South Florida.

Music selections will include the first movement of the Dvorak cello concerto, The Moldau, An American in Paris Suite, English Folk Song Suite, Blunderbuss Battles, and Star Wars.

Accessories Gone Wild

Do you have a scarf that you would like to learn to tie? Come to the Great Hall of the United Community Church, United Church of Christ, 1501 La Jolla Ave, on Monday, March 2nd at 1 p.m. to learn.

“Accessories Gone Wild” will be offering lessons to us. Scarves and jewelry will be available for purchase. You may also bring your own scarf. Tickets are free but you must be registered to attend. Obtain a ticket by going to the office of the church or by calling Paula 6336739.

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The Scotch Mixed Doubles Tournament, A Debut Success

In all the fun there was some very serious pool playing going on.

By James Paddock Laughter and good times rocked the pool room at the Kings Point North Clubhouse. With six pool tables and plenty of seating for players and observers, the Kings Point pool room has continued to develop into a popular hangout for many Kings Point residents, popular enough, in fact, that in addition to twice-a-month regular 8-ball tournaments, a once-a-month Scotch Mixed Doubles Tournament has been added. With the billiard club now exceeding 225 members– over 60 of them women–it just seemed like the next logical step. Under the tireless direction of Alan Hahn and Neil McAllister the first monthly Scotch Mixed

Doubles Tournament was held on Thursday, January 22.

The players, seven male/ female teams showed up, many early to practice in hopes of being named the very first mixed doubles champions. Not only had none of the participants ever played in Scotch Mixed Doubles, for most, it was their first pool tournament of any kind. As a result there was a lot of time spent on 8-Ball rules and Scotch Mixed Doubles rules and procedures and answering questions from the nervous players. Finally, in the spirit of “Drivers, start your engines!” coins were flipped, pool sticks chalked and balls racked. The competition began.

Nancy Baron and Daryl

Scotch Mixed Doubles Participants: (L-R) Mary & Ron Ihrke, Nancy Baron & Daryl Baugher, Mary & Dick Ihrke, Nancy Burke & Kurt Hoffmann, Sharon Baremore & Alan Goodyear, Muriel Legendre & Bob Krok, Ann Reckley & Neil McAllister.

Baugher, in an exciting finish, prevailed over Sharon Baremore and Alan Goodyear to take the honor of first ever, Kings Point Scotch Mixed Doubles Champions.

The next Scotch Mixed Doubles

competition will be held on the third Thursday of each month thereafter. Be sure to put it on your calendars and watch for signup information in the billiard room. Even if you don’t wish to play, it is fun to watch.

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King’s Point West Lawn Bowling Club members enjoyed pot luck and an evening of Krazy Kards, (a card game with rotating players, different rules for each hand and awards for high and low scorers.)

The four highest scores were Frank Crowley –2840, John Williams –2480, Marilyn Loescher-2470, and Donna Blaine- 2330. Low score winners were Bob Romprey -380, Ron Doncouse-470, Joe LeCren -480, and Gary Hart-570. If you are a lawn bowler interested in joining KPWLBC, would like information on lawn bowling or to inquire about lessons, please call Frank at 813-938-4757 or Jim at 813-426-4072.

L to R: Joe Reilly, Fanny Haine, Diane Reilly, Howard Baker, Diann Thomas and Thomas Kerr.

Sun City Center Lawn Bowling Club instructors Diann Thomas and Howard Baker spent last week coaching four new lawn bowlers. Free lessons are conducted the second week of every month and are open to anyone who would like to give the game a try. It’s fun, it’s outdoors, it’s exercise and a great place to make new friends. For more information about the sport and the Club, visit suncitycenterlbc. com. Or, stop by the greens (main campus) and any member will be more than happy to help you. For more information about the free lessons, contact Diann Thomas, 813-634-2981.

“Ring in the Spring” Festival March 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

On The Kings Point North Clubhouse “Front Lawn” Festivities will include a Farmer’s Market, Live Musical Entertainment, Food Trucks and Much More!

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Hogans Golf Club of Sun City Center & Kings Point

Saturday, January 24, 2015 Course: Sandpiper Palms-Oaks 1st: Rex Gibbons - 3 Skins 2nd: Dan Stephens - 2 Skins 3rd: Sue Fitts - 1 Skin

Birds: Doug Banning - 2 Birds, Dan Stephens, Russ Turell, John Colgren and Bill Barron - 1 Bird

Birds: Rex & Dan Stephens - 1

L to R: Dan Stephens, Guest - Laura Parziale, Sue Fitts, & Rex Gibbons.

Monday, January 26, 2015 Course: Imperial Lakewoods 1st: Rich Lucidi - 3 Skins 2nd: Tom Rosata, John Schachte, Bill Smythe, and Jack Hugill Birds: Rich Lucidi, Bill Smythe, and Wilf Pennell - 1 Bird

L to R: Jack Hugill, John Schachte, Bill Smythe, Tom Rosata, Wilf Pennell, & Rich Lucidi.

Wednesday, January 28, 2015 Course: Sandpiper Oaks-Lakes Flight A 1st: Alan Wright and Wilf Pennell - Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: Walt Weldon, Hannes Broscheck, Emmy Broschek, and Vic Scodese - Tied at 1 Skin Birds: Alan Wright and Wilf Pennell - 2 Birds. Walt Weldon, Dan Stephens, and Doug Banning - 1 Bird

Standing L to R: Alan Wright, Doug Banning, Wilf Pennell, Hannes Broschek, & Walt Weldon. Seated L to R: Emmy Broschek, Vic Scodese, & Dan Stephens.

Flight B 1st: Allan Clark - 4 Skins 2nd: Joe Pickett, Mike Luce, and Rex Gibbons - Tied at 1 Skin Birds: Joe Pickett - 1 Bird Friday, January 30, 2015 Course: Summerfield Crossings 1st: Hannes Broschek - 3 Skins 2nd: Vic Scodese, Ray Curry, Dave Britton, and Jenice Taylor - Tied at 1 Skin Birds: Vic Scodese, Hannes Broschek, Jenice Taylor, & Dave Britton - 1 Bird

Standing L to R: Doug Banning, John Colgren, & Bill Barron. Seated L to R: Syl Amos, Russ Turrell, & Dan Stephens.

Flight B 1st: Travis Lansberry - 4 Skins 2nd: Jack Phillips, Jim Reilly, and Joe Pickett - Tied at 1 Skin Birds: Travis Lansberry, Frank O'Brien, and Joe Pickett - 1 Bird Friday, February 6, 2015 Course: Summerfield Crossings 1st: Doc Lamiano - 2 Skins 2nd: Ray Curry, Jack Hugill, and Francis Hendrickson

L to R: Ray Curry, Hannes Broschek, Fran Hendrickson, Doc Lamiano, And Jack Hugill.

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Wednesday, January 21 Team Quota Points 1st Flight 1: Bill Yucuis, Jerry Cluthe, Gary Hookstra & Larry Lutz 1st Flight 2: Gunther Ulbrich, Bob Longabardi, Tom Grillo & Bob McAllister Wednesday, January 28 Low Gross 1st Flight 1: Jim Raymond, Jim DesLondes 1st Flight 2: Al Bulis 1st Flight 3: Claude Whitlock 1st Flight 4: Greg Franczyk 1st Flight 5: Jim Parkinson 1st Flight 6: Bill Humes 1st Flight 7: Joel Marquis Wednesday, February 4 Two Best Ball 1 Gross, 1 Net T-1st Flight 1: Bill Humes, Gary Hookstra, Larry Lutz & Monroe Hatch Jim Deslondes, Roger Potratz, Tim Ellis & Bob Walker 1st Flight 2: Mark Watson, Vince Robbio, Jim Morris & Vern MacDonald Wednesday, February 11 Two Man Scramble 1st Flight 1: Don Freed, Tim Ellis 1st Flight 2: Jeff Stevens, Bob Murman 1st Flight 3: Larry Kehlenbeck, Joel Marquis

Ladies 18 Holes

L to R: Ray Curry, Jenice Taylor, Vic Scodese, Walt Weldon, and Dave Britton.

Saturday, January 31, 2015 Course: Sandpiper Lakes-Palms Flight A 1st: John Colgren - 3 Skins 2nd: Bill Barron, Syl Amos, and Doug Banning - Tied at 1 Skin Eagle: Bill Barron - #14 Par 4

Tuesday, January 20 thru 27 Two Week Ringer 1st Flight 1: Judie Schafers 1st Flight 2: Chris Sparks 1st Flight 3: Sue Sell 1st Flight 4: Kris Wells (Overall Champion) Tuesday, February 3 Scramble 1st Flight 1: Judie Schafers, Carol Salowitz, Sue Sussman, Dottie Girardi

Ladies 9 Holes

Tuesday, January 27 One Best Ball 1st: Colleen Savas, Donna Lesyshen, Deborah Watson Tuesday, February 3 One Best Ball on Four’s & Five’s Two Best Balls on Par Three’s 1st: Deborah Watson, Barb Meyer, Colleen Savas, Lindy Langlois Friday, February 13 Valentine’s Day Couples Six/Six/Six 1st Overall Bill & Carol Salowitz, Denzel & Debbie Lester

Picture is Carol Salowitz, Denzel Lester, Debbie Lester (Bill Salowitz missing).

Renaissance Men

Monday, January 19 Modified Alternate Shot 1st Flight 1: Jim Johnson/Terry Collom 1st Flight 2: Vern Elarth /Bob Beauchane Monday, January 26 One-Two-Three 1st: Chuck Kim/Paul Baskwell/ Rich Ricca/Jim Gengelbach Monday, February 2 Texas Scramble 1st: Chuck Kim/John Durm/Sid Goldstein/Jim Gengelbach Monday, February 9 Three on Odd, Two on Even 1st: Steve Williams/Rick Beattie/ John Durm/Robert Beauchane

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Tuesday, January 20 Three on Odd, Two on Even 1st: Quy Nguyen/Marcia Karp/ Sue Auger/Linda Torchia Tuesday, January 27 Two Best Balls of Four 1st: Jan Huber/Marcia Karp/ Kathy Brantner/Betty McLoone Tuesday, February 3 One Best Ball of Two 1st Flight 1: Deloris Durn/Linda Majewski 1st Flight 2: Marcia Karp/Betty McLoone Tuesday, February 10 Team Quota Points 1st: Cecilia Park/Betty Rollins/ Karen Gibson/Stacia Connors

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1st: Bill Markle 126 2nd: Bob Ewing 131 3rd: Bill Meier 133 Over all Winners Tie George Krauss & Bill Markle 127 Wednesday, February 11 Low Gross – Low Net Low Gross 1st: Gary Kerckaert 83 T-2nd: Marvin Barnes, John Carroll 86 Low Net 1st: Ron Doncouse 65 2nd: Hank Smythe 66 T-3rd: Marvin Barnes, Bill Markle 67

Falcon Watch 18 Hole Ladies

Friday, January 16 Best Nine 1st: Joy Dunn 32 2nd: Lorretta Thelen 33 Friday, January 23 Holes that start with a T or F 1st: Kathy Payne 45 2nd: Carolyn Schultes 48 3rd: Peggy Green 49 Friday, January 30 Low Gross 1st: Judy Roberts 93 2nd: Peggy Green 99 3rd: Kathy Payne 104 Friday, February 6 Low Putts 1st: Peggy Green 31 2nd: Carolyn Schultes 33 3rd: Judy Roberts 36

Falcon Watch 9 Hole Ladies

Friday, January 16 Throw Out Mystery Hole 1st: Donna Berger 26 T-2nd: Alice Chura, June Krueger 27 3rd: Claudia Woolley 29 Friday, January 23 Points 1st: Wally McIntosh 16 2nd: Emma Gadd 12 3rd: Claudia Woolley 10 T-4th: Rosa Riccardi, Pat Conklin Donna Berger 8 Friday, January 30 Two BB on Four’s, One BB on Five’s & Four on Three’s 1st: Wally McIntosh, Emma Gadd, June Krueger, Alice Chura 89 Friday, February 6 Low Putts T-1st: Claudia Woolley, Terry Wynne 15 T-2nd: Wally McIntosh, June Krueger 16

Sandpiper Men

Friday, January 16 Scramble 1st Flight 1: Pat Hannell/Kathy Hannell 1st Flight 2: Kyle Rollins/Betty Rollins Friday, January 30 One Best Ball of Two 1st Flight 1: Bob Majewski/Linda Majewski 1st Flight 2: David Rice/Gloria Rice Friday, February 6 Team Quota Points 1st Flight 1: Bob Majewski/Linda Majewski 1st Flight 2: David Rice/Gloria Rice

Shamble Two Best Balls Thursday, January 15 1st: Harrison Homans, Ken Wagner, Joe Pliska, Tony Torre Thursday, January 22 One Two Three 1st: Mike Sharpe, Bill Pachler, Rocky Pucci, Ken Defreeuw Individual Thursday, January 29 1st Flight 1: Bill Pachler 1st Flight 2: Jim Cosgrove Scramble Thursday, February 5 T-1st: Bill Pachler, Ken Wagner, Ken Defreeuw, Carl Lingertot T-lst: Michael Sharpe, Harold Geldbach, Floyd Harris, Walter Wight

Wednesday, January 21 & 28 Captain’s Cup - Low Net Flight 1 1st: George Krauss 126 2nd: Bill Fitzhugh 127 3rd: Gary Kerckaert 133 Flight 2

Tuesday, January 13 1st: Jean Mooney Team Points Tuesday, January 20 1st: Annetta Pucci, Lois Gluntz, Sue Wyckoff 1st Flight B: Jim Wagner

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Kings Point Ladies Nifty Niners

January 22, 2015 Game: Even Holes Flight A Winners Gail Bush 21 Cathy Marquis 23 Flight B Winners Lorraine Preveza 24 Sally Repetti 26 Judy Stevens 26 Flight C Winners Laura Schwandner 27 Janine Johnson 27 Susie Potratz 30 January 29, 2015 Game: T&F Holes Flight A Winners Gail Bush 14 Karen Munford 17 Flight B Winners Maureen O'Brien 16 Jay Remec 17 Judy Stevens 17 Flight C Winners Lorraine Rings 19 Paula Rezoagli 20 Susie Potratz 20 Dorothy Mulford 20 Joyce Bissonette 20

February 5, 2015 Game: Scramble Winning Team with 29 Jane Maasen Mary McClafferty Joan Forman Lorraine Rings Two Teams came in 2nd with 30 Team One Maureen O'Brien Lillian Black Mitzi Walsh Team Two Mary Winter Judy Boyer Shirley Bush Glenna Boston February 12, 2015 Game: Crier's Game Flight A Winners Cathy Marquis 22 Joan Forman 23 Karen Munford 23 Flight B Winners Judy Stevens 17 Laura Schwandner 23 Flight C Winners Ellen Doncouse 19 Lillian Black 23

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Annual Meeting

On February 9th, at Caloosa Golf and Country Club’s annual meeting, President John Tormoehlen (center) congratulated Barb Struble (left) treasurer on her report that for the 36th year the club had a financial surplus and looks favorably to an equally successful 2015. The 125 members in attendance were also happy with Vicki Frank's (right) membership report that with their help, Caloosa, the only member owned golf club in Sun City Center and debt free, had to date welcomed 68 new members.

New Members Welcomed

All 200 members in attendance, at Caloosa golf and Country Club’s annual Wine and Cheese party, welcomed 25 of the 68 new members to the only debt free equity golf club in Sun City Center. John Tormoehlen, Club President, introduced Vicki Franks, Membership Director, who then asked each of the new members to introduce themselves and share a little about themselves and their impressions of Caloosa. Everyone was pleased to hear how much they were enjoying a fine golf course, golf mixers every Friday and various social activities. New members in attendance, seated from left, Charles and Carol Schindler, Jack Stevens, Jim and Karen Thomas, Dave and Deb Schulenburg, Lou and Bobbie Cesarek, Dave and Mary Murphy, Ann Mohin, Patricia Paterson, Wade and Elaine Hoffman, Paul and Phyllis McGrath, Darrel and Linda Price, Andrea Long, Tom and Suz Perusse, Paul Stammen, Jim and Kathleen Kistler.

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Prison Tennis

Mixed Pairs Tournament

SCC Tennis Association New Members

SCC Tennis Association welcomed new members at its annual January Wine & Cheese Mixer. (L to R) Dave Mohl (TA President), Lynn Seevers, Ron Matelski, David Burns, Fritz Brinck, Bob Love, Diane Jeffery, Larry Borg, Anita Hill, Gary Taylor, Mary Taylor.

Sun City Center Lawn Bowling Club News

By Linda Hawken On one of the windiest days of the winter so far, intrepid lawn bowlers from Sun City Center, Sarasota, Sun ‘n Fun (Sarasota), Lakeland, Mount Dora, Maple Leaf Golf & Country Club (Port Charlotte) and Clearwater took part in the annual MacWilliams Mixed Pairs Tournament, played in honor of Bert & “Eve” MacWilliams. With rain predicted all day, they were fortunate that the windy conditions Second place went to Phil blew all rain clouds away until late Griffin & Chris Heller of Sun City in the day when play was finished. Center LBC. Thirty-two teams were entered and played three games of ten ends each. At the end of that time, four teams had won three games and went into a sudden death playoff to determine the top four places.

In the top four were the Sun City Center team of Phil Griffin (Skip) and Chris Heller (Lead) who played off against Maureen O’Brien and Andre Bessette of Sarsota LBC, winning their four-end game to advance into the finals. The other two teams, both from Sarasota LBC, were Stan Bacon (Skip) and Judy Bacon (Lead) against Peter Bunce (Skip) and Janet Bunce (Lead).

Having won their semi-final games, Phil & Chris took on Peter & Janet for the top two places while Maureen & Stan’s teams played off for third and fourth places. In the end, Peter & Janet got the better of Phil & Chris to win the tournament with Maureen & Andre in third place and Stan & Judy in fourth.

Other winners were: 5th: Cal (Skip) and Val (Lead) Bechard of Sarsota; 6th: Jim Byrne (Skip) & Kathy Gonnella (Lead) of Sun City Center and with a one-game high score Terry Taylor (Skip) and Judy Anderson (Lead) of Sarasota.

Congratulations to all who placed in this competition and to those who didn’t as well, for soldiering on in some of the most adverse weather conditions, with the wind affecting the draw of many of the bowls delivered.

The MacWilliams Tournament is held in honour of two of Sun City Center’s - and America’s - best and admired lawn bowlers from the past who both played to international levels over many years.

Originally from Cleveland, they made their retirement home in Clearwater where this tournament is held every other year, alternating with Sarasota and Sun City Center. Jack & Bev Phillips organize this event each year and plaudits must go to them for their sterling efforts in that undertaking. Also worthy of mention this year are the ladies in the kitchen, under the supervision of Sandy Czachor, who provided such tempting goodies from before the first game through to sweets and spiced apple cider after the second one.

Sun City Center Competitive Tennis Club (CTC) members played their game inside a women’s prison facility recently.

L to R Petra Stimmel, Pat Iacurci & Nancy Williams facilitated a Tennis Fun Day at Hernando Correctional Institution for women in Brooksville.

Approximately 25 lady inmates received certificates after learning tennis techniques, scoring and finally playing doubles games.

Recycled rackets, balls & net were donations from the CTC and other SCC Tennis Association members.

By Marge Lange The 26th of January, on a very windy Florida day, we had 32 people watching the final match of our club’s mixed pairs tournament. The wind can have a direct impact on the bowl so needless to say the bowlers were bowling in adverse weather conditions. When that happens, we never know just what to expect. However, both Linda Hawken, Skip, and Dave Clarke, Lead, nailed the draw and brought the bowls in to score points for their team. We congratulate them for their first place win. They became the top winners in the club’s mixed pairs game. Coming in second were their opponents Jim Bryne, Skip, and Kathy Gonnella, Lead.

Lawn Bowling Pairs Champions

The Pebble Beach (men’s) section of the Sun City Center Lawn Bowling Club completed their men’s pairs playdowns on Thursday, February 12, 2015.

The final match saw Jim Byrne and Jim Blaine against Gary Heller and Rick Czachor. At the finish of 16 ends, the two Jims - Byrne & Blaine - came out the winners and were presented the Pebble Beach Pairs Champions title for 2015 by Ray Turman, Tournament Director.

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Kings Point Bridge Banquet

Front L to R: Nancy Scott, Winnie Wright, Irene Powers. Back L to R:Irv Rothman, George Green, Robert Doan, Hal McKnight, Ruth Goddard, Jim Pyles. Not pictured: Lydia Hohaus, Walter Ruginski, Martha Ferrell.

Kings Point Duplicate Bridge

The Kings Point Duplicate Bridge Association (KPDBA) recognized twelve nonagenarians during the break at their regular Wednesday bridge game on January 21. Hailing from eight different states, Canada and Scotland, these bridge players come together regularly to enjoy the competition of duplicate bridge. Playing for a total of 320 years, they compete rigorously. Members of KPDBA enjoy playing with and against these 90 year olds. Their memories of games past and the “good old days” bring forth many bridge stories. Their generously given guidance, advice and tips are eagerly listened to at break time. KPDBA is fortunate to have these nonagenarians as active members.

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It was a night of murder – Murder on the Kings Point Express- the theme of the Kings Point Duplicate Bridge Association’s (KPDBA) Annual Banquet. KPDBA members and guests feasted on delicious dishes, had a chance to win prizes and played at being detectives.

It was an evening of fun, fellowship and murder.

Festively and thematically decorated, the Borini Theatre was transformed into a murder scene by Faye McKeown and the KPDBA banquet committee. A dead body, scene of crime yellow tape and a backdrop of the Kings Point Express introduced attendees to the theme of the evening. Tables contained ballots for voting for murderer, spy glasses and other detecting equipment, also murder weapons (paper of course).

Written by Rose Ostrander, director of the Kings Point Follies, specifically for this occasion, directed by Carlyn Postle and acted by members of “Shows To Go” –part of the Kings Point Chorus, the mystery’s setting was a train carrying players to a bridge tournament.

The bridge director is murdered and four players are very plausible suspects. Who done it?

The suspects and the investigating detective wandered among the tables telling their stories. Audience members joined in with questions, comments and play acting of their own. At the end of the performance, attendees cast a ballot for their choice of guilty party. All the ballots with correct choices were placed in a basket.

Three were chosen at random to win prizes for their mystery solving skills: Josie Rocco, Cindy Mannion and Leslie Cox. Who dunnit? The director’s girlfriend Busty Fanesse.

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Watching the sunrise on Amelia.

Visit One of the Best – Amelia Island

Story & Photos By Kai Rambow If you haven’t been, consider going and/or save the information for visiting relatives and friends.

Consistently Rated as One of the Best If you’re bored with your weekend getaways to Wimauma, consider making a trip to Amelia Island. North of Jacksonville, Amelia Island is right at the Florida Georgia state line on the Atlantic coast. It is also consistently rated as one of the ten best islands in the country and one of the best islands in the world.

The Beach is Not Number One Even though Amelia has one of the widest beaches, the number

one attraction is Fort Clinch State Park. The fort served as a military outpost during the Civil War, Spanish-American War and World War II. Visitors are most interested in what the fort was like during the Civil War. Period-costumed interpreters bring history to life.

Our interpreter had a great sense of humor, making the visit fun.

A Variety of Activities Walking the wonderful, wide beaches is a top choice.

Additional active pursuits span a range. There are plenty of trails to hike or if you prefer there are trails to bike. If you’d rather not bike, you can rent a scooter to explore.

On the inland coastal waterway,

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The number one attraction: historic Ft. Clinch.

you can kayak and quietly view the wildlife. If you’d rather not break into a sweat there are pontoon boat tours to view the island, wildlife (including tourists), and even Fort Clinch. Or if you’re looking for speed, there are motorized, no-sail catamarans – something I’d never seen before.

More traditional activities include several golf courses nestled in the beauty of the island. Strolling the picturesque town of Fernandina Beach, window shopping and eating in one of the many restaurants fits a leisurely pace. Quite a few of the buildings in town are historic. The wide variety means you can be active, relax or mix it up. It adds up to a memorable and fun visit.

Good Choices for Places to Stay and Eat Amelia Island has everything ranging from inexpensive hotels to B&Bs to a Ritz-Carlton. You will also need to decide whether you want to be close to the beach or in town. Locations are close to each other and parking is available, so you can stay in one place and get to the other easily.

Prices will, of course, be higher during the summer season.

Prices for restaurants were slightly higher as there are fewer chain restaurants and more locally owned and operated ones on the island and in town.

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Tips for a Great Trip When to Go: Many people think of October and May as two of the best months here in Florida with great temperatures and relatively low humidity. These would be two great times to make this trip. You’ll have the

added benefit of fewer tourists and lower prices.

Note: Watch out for event weekends. If you want quiet, avoid such weekends. If you want to attend the book, blues, jazz, wine or antique cars festivals, it may add something extra.

Driving: It may be suggested to drive north to Ocala and then cut across the state to reach Jacksonville. Don’t bother. The drive is no more scenic than on I-95 and the constant changes in speed ranging from 35 to 70 miles per hour will be frustrating.

The drive will take approximately four hours.

Finding Everything: Amelia Island is well prepared. Be sure to visit their web site and get a booklet upon arrival. The booklet is well organized and can help you find everything you need to have a great stay. Web site: www.ameliaisland.com

Feline Folks

Have you ever wondered about the sizable outdoor cat population here in Sun City Center? Most of these “Free Roaming” “Community Cats” are feral; cats that are born in the wild and not socialized to humans.

Included in this mix are domesticated social cats, who are lost or abandoned by owners who are unable or unwilling to care for them.

Feral cats are beneficial to our environment.

Born hunters, they control the local rodent/ snake population. Feral cats or “Community Cats” are a universal fact of life, and are managed and maintained by various organizations throughout the United states. Catalina Island, California, and Key West, Florida, support feral cat colonies. Locally, Feline Folks was created to reduce the large number of homeless, unwanted cats, by initiating a TNVR (Trap/ Neuter/Vaccinate/Return) program. This effort entails humanely trapping, transporting for spay/ neuter by a veterinarian, aftercare, and subsequent return to their outdoor colonies. Also, while in surgery the left tip of each cat’s ear is removed. This is called “Ear Tipping” & is a universal sign that is used to determine if a cat is sterilized.

As a result of TNVR the feral cat population stabilizes. Zero population growth, no more kittens! The behaviors and stresses associated with mating, such as roaming, yowling, and fighting subside. Killing of these cats as a means of control is considered inhumane and ineffective.

Studies demonstrate that TNVR is the single most compassionate and effective program to reduce the free roaming cat numbers over time.

In addition to TNVR, the cat colonies are fed once daily by dedicated Feline Folks volunteers or other community members. Feral cats do best when not overfed. Keeping them slim is not only beneficial to their health but it keeps the cats hunting; fewer snakes and rodents.

To learn more about our resident free roaming cat population and the mission of Feline Folks log onto the Feline Folks website: www. felinefolks.us. If you would like to speak to a member of Feline Folks or wish to make a donation of food or money, visit Feline Folks in the Kings Point North Club House lobby any Thursday morning from 10 a.m. to noon.

The Sun City Center Chamber of Commerce also has a food barrel for donations of canned and unopened dry cat food. Cadence Bank, located in the Publix shopping court, is sponsoring a food drop and information table March 30 through April 3.

Monetary donations may be made through PayPal on the Feline Folks website: www.felinefolks.us or mailed to: Feline Folks PO Box 6294 Sun City Center, Fl. 33571-6294 Watch for future articles about Feline Folks, including some of their success stories and ways you can help our “Community Cats.”

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Military News MFST Appoints Trustees

Marines Elect 2015 Officers

L to R: Nancy Alguire, MFST president; new trustees D. Kay Benson, Thom Brown; Colin Howgill, MFST board chairman.

By B. F. Kepley, CAPT USN (Ret), Military Correspondent The Military Family Support Trust (MFST) recently appointed two new individuals to its Board of Trustees. The appointees, D. Kay Benson and Thom Brown were introduced to the board at their regularly scheduled meeting on Jan. 24 at Freedom Plaza. The new trustees were selected based on their background experience and significant contributions to Sun City Center.

Subsequent to her retirement as an interior decorator and Sales Manager, responsible for 21 Custom Decorating Studios in Florida, D. Kay was a Corporate Trainer for J.C. Penney’s Custom Decorating Department, training all the decorators and studio coordinators for the Southeast region. She has served as Secretary of the Board of Directors for Pinellas Point Civil Association, Secretary of the Military Officers Association (MOAA), St Pete Chapter and is currently Secretary of the SCC MOAA chapter.

After his Navy service, Thom ultimately moved into higher education administration where he spent the majority of his career.

He spent 25 years at the University of Illinois (UI) first as Director of Student Financial Aid at the UI in Chicago, and then as Assistant Vice President in the Office of Administrative Information Technology in the UI central administration in Champaign, IL. Thom is currently serving his second term as president of the SCC chapter of MOAA. The MFST is a tax exempt, 501(c)(3), charitable organization of military families past and present working together to help high school seniors obtain college scholarships and to meet the critical unexpected financial needs of our eligibility group. MFST beneficiaries include, but are not limited to: Operation Warm Heart; four year scholarships for high school seniors; JROTC Honors Program; Homeless Women Veterans; Veteran Guide Dog; Southeastern Guide Dogs Paws for Patriots program; LifePath Hospice; Operation Helping Hand and guardians for Honor Flights.

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Sun City Center Leathernecks Club members installed their officers for the coming year at their recent January meeting. Left to right, are chaplain George Maling, executive officer Don Renwick, quartermaster Harry “Bud” Brubaker, commander Don James, sergeant at arms Jim Glass and adjutant Barry Myers. Club members are veterans of the U.S. Marine Corps or U.S. Navy corpsmen who served with Marine units. They meet at 6:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month in the Sandpiper room of the Sun City Center Atrium Building. For information, call commander Don James at 813-6348707.

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Military News Lt. Col. Sam Rorer, USAF (Ret) addresses MOAA

By B. F. Kepley, CAPT USN (Ret), Military Correspondent Lt. Col. Sam Rorer, a retired Air Force Chaplain was the featured speaker at the Military Officers of America Association (MOAA) February 4 luncheon. The luncheon was held in the Florida Room at the SCC Atrium.

Pastor Rorer grew up along the seashore in Southern New Jersey. He enlisted in the USAF after graduation L to R: Lt. Col. Sam Rorer, Thom from high school and served as an Brown, president of local aircraft maintenance crew chief. MOAA. After completing his enlistment, he graduated from college and worked in retail management for several years. Answering a ‘call to ministry,’ he attended seminary and was ordained in the United Methodist Church. While serving as a local pastor, he joined the Ohio Air National Guard as a chaplain. In 1993, he began his career as an active duty chaplain. His assignments included numerous stateside bases, Howard AFB, Panama; Kadena AB, Okinawa, Japan and five deployments in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

Sam discussed the recent policy changes that have adversely affected the service chaplains. In particular he discussed the constitutionality of the services inhibiting what chaplains have always done, i.e., openly advocating specific religions and beliefs.

Freedom of religion has not been barred, but it has become harder and harder to openly profess. His comments were very well received by the members.

L to R: MSgt’s Anthony Cruz, Aaron Bonham and Todd Schuler. Thom Brown, president of the local chapter of MOAA is on right presenting the check.

MOAA Presents Operation Warmheart Donation

By B. F. Kepley, CAPT USN (Ret), Military Correspondent The Military Officers of America (MOAA) presented a check for $2,100 to the MacDill First Sergeant Council to assist in supporting Operation Warmheart (OWH). The donation was presented to First Sergeants representatives from MacDill AFB at the SCC Atrium on February 2, at the monthly MOAA luncheon. Representing the First Sergeants Council from left in photo above were MSgt’s Anthony Cruz, Aaron Bonham and Todd Schuler. Thom Brown, on right, president of the local chapter of MOAA, presented the check. MSgt’s Schuler and Cruz provided the group with an overview of the First Sergeants Council functions. Operation Warmheart, is an organization that assists families in all branches of the military in time of need. One of its primary missions is to provide emergency grants to MacDill AFB members. They also provide various types of gift cards and gasoline and in general provide morale, health and welfare assistance to as many needy military families as funds will allow. They are able to act quickly when other charitable organizations are unable to render aid in a timely manner.

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At their Friday, March 13, 2015 monthly luncheon, The Silver Osprey Chapter of the Association of Naval Aviation are scheduled to host LT Megan Dillon, USCG, as their guest speaker. LT Dillon is a helicopter pilot who received her Navy Wings in February, 2013 after completion of the Primary and Advanced Flight Training Program at Pensacola, FL. LT Dillon began her career in the USCG in June of 2005 when she was accepted to and entered the US Coast Guard Academy.

After her graduation and commissioning in June of 2009, she was assigned to the USCGC FORWARD, a Coast Guard Cutter whose home port was Portsmouth, VA. While assigned to the FORWARD she served as Deck Watch Officer, Engineering Watch Officer, Boarding Officer and Land Signals Officer (LSO). LT Dillon participated in many operational evolutions which included, multiple drug seizures, migrant interdictions and several “Critical Events”; the earthquake in Haiti and an international, war time, exercise in Panama. LT Dillon served aboard the USCGC FORWARD until March of 2011 when she was accepted to Naval Flight Training.

LT Dillon is currently assigned to the USCG Air Station, Clearwater, FL where she is a MH-60T Pilot flying operation missions involving Search and Rescue, Law Enforcement and Migrant Interdiction flight operations. She also is currently the Assistant Command Security Officer whose duties include OPSEC Coordination and the coordination and management of the Communications Division. LT Dillon will be speaking on three subjects which will be of great interest to our members. As a recent graduate of the Naval Flight Training program she will bring the membership up to date on the many changes that have taken place in the Naval Flight Training Program during the years since most of our Navy, Marine and Coast Guard Aviators received their Wings. In addition, we are looking forward to our first presentation on the US Coast Guard Academy and are looking forward to hearing about some and her experiences while a cadet.

LT Dillon has also promised to make a presentation on a recent mission in which she has been involved. CDR Roger Kennicutt, USN(ret), Commanding Officer of the Silver Osprey Squadron also announced that the scheduled speaker for the group’s April 10th meeting is expected to be Mr. Howard Altman, Sr. Writer for Military Affairs at the Tampa Tribune. Meet and Greet begins at 11:30 a.m.

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The Pelican Players: A Legacy Of Giving

By Ilona Merritt The Pelican Players is a robust community theatre group whose philanthropy is alive and well. The group recently gifted $12,000 to the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay, bringing their total endowment, The Pelican Players Scholarship Fund, to over $30,000. “We are very proud to be in a position to provide financial assistance to students majoring in the performing arts,” states Linda Halperin, President of The Pelican Players. The Board of Directors works diligently to ensure that their productions are as financially successful as they are entertaining. In 2014 this was particularly true. Their productions included “Sylvia,” “The Queen of Bingo,” and “The Cemetery Club.”

On average, more than 1,000 people attended each production.

As a 50l(c)(3) organization, The Pelican Players donates twenty percent of its proceeds to The Pelican Players Scholarship Fund.

The Pelican Players established the Fund with a gift of $18,000 to the Community Foundation in 2013. As a life-long endowment, the interest on the fund supports local college students majoring in the arts who meet the scholastic and financial criteria defined by The Players. And as the endowment grows, there is more money available for financial aid. “This is a win-win for Pelican and for the Community Foundation, which supports so many worthwhile causes in the Tampa Bay area,” states Pelican’s Treasurer, Wendy Smith.

The Pelican Players has a long history of providing scholarships to local high school students with an interest in the arts. In fact, along with endowing The Pelican Players Scholarship Fund, they continue to support the scholarship students chosen before 2013. Until those students complete their college degrees, they receive $1,000 per semester from the Pelican Players.

The Pelican Players next production, “All The King’s Women,” a charming and funny play that recounts stories about the King of Rock ‘n Roll and his impact on the people and culture of the times, can be seen on March 12, 13, and 14 in the Borini Theatre. Tickets are available for $15 at the Kings Point Box Office.

The Pelican Players invites the participation of all Sun City Center residents. “Anyone interested in performing onstage, working back stage, or just being in the audience is welcome to become a member.

A love of theatre is all that is required,” states Linda Halperin.

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March at the Rollins Theater

The excitement continues at the Rollins Theater as The Performing Arts Company heads into its final week of “The Poor Old Soles Club” a “prize” winning original musical comedy. Taking place at the De Klomp Wooden Shoe Factory in Holland Michigan and filled with popular, Broadway show tunes, audiences will embark on a delightful musical journey with The Poor Old Soles as they

form a lottery club and try to strike it rich in the Michigan Powerball Lottery. Play along with the wooden shoemakers, the secretaries, factory owner, Lars Vanderklomp and his ditzy personal assistant, Mitzie, as they go from rags to riches in a musical merry-go-round of ups and downs and highs and lows…AND winning and losing… and winning again. Show dates

Elegance: Members of the Poor Old Soles Club (from Left) Sharon McKnight, Babs Cominoli, Ellen Kleinschmidt, Dan Tackitt, Fran Eckert and Ron Deitsch imagine what it might be like to be like those “ELEGANT” folks. The Performing Arts Company’s production of “The Poor Old Soles Club” is running at the Rollins Theater through March 7.

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By Judy Schings (642-2001) Motown Magic - Sunday, March 8 (part of the Sunday series).

Tickets are $15, reserved seats, and include a wine-and-cheese reception as part of the price.

The St. Petersburg Opera Co. with Maestro Mark Sforzini presents its last performance of the season with a preview of Opera Therapy: Exploring Characters that Really Need Help Sunday, March 15, in the Rollins Theater. Tickets are $13.

A Chicago Tribute by The Orlando Transit Authority with opening band Rock this Town on Friday, March 13 (part of Friday series).

Tickets are $19, reserved tables, and a BYOB/snack event.

Tony Pace Show. This Las Vegas entertainer was rated Number One at the 2014 Showcase and now he’s returning to Sun City Center. Tony’s been compared to Sammy Davis and so many others. He’s hailed as the “Man with the Voice” and believes that the gift he was given must be shared. You will love Tony with his impersonations of Michael Jackson, Cher and so much more. Tony will be here, with a six-piece band, March 6 (7-9 p.m.) (nightclub setting 8/table - BYOB). Tickets ($15) on sale. Sarasota Jazz Project The Sarasota Jazz Project presents March “Jazz-Ness” on Sunday, March 22 (2:30-4:30). You liked them so well, they are coming back with a brand-new concert. Reserved theater seating. Ticket are $12 and on sale now.

The Fabulons return Friday, April 10, 7:00-10:00 p.m.

Tables of 10, $15/ Fabulons person, BYOB/snacks. Tickets go on sale March 9. Bring your dancing shoes! All performances are at the Community Hall, except the Opera.

Sales at Atrium-Kiosk Monday-Wednesday-Friday, 9-noon.

See Rollins on page 35.

By Luigi Jannuzzi

March 12, 13, and 14 • 7:00 PM Saturday, March 14 • 1:30 PM Featuring: Fran Eckert, Linda Halperin, Dixie Kraft, Mary Anne Moseley, Jeanne Naish, Jack Parry, Candis Smith, Wendy Smith, Kevin Steinke and Mary Winter Directed by: Donn Keith

Tickets $15 available at The Borini Theatre Box Office Kings Point • Sun City Center Monday-Friday • 9-4 pm

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Rollins from page 34. for “The Poor Old Soles Club” are March 4, 5, 6 and 7 at 7:30 p.m.

On March 28 the multitalented, classically trained Bel Canto Opera Singers bring their “POPERA” concert to the Rollins for 2 shows only. Popera features some of classical crossover’s most beautiful and popular music. The singers have been performing Opera for many years. Recent productions include: Aida, I Pagliacci, La Boheme, Romeo and Juliette, Un Bel Canto: The Bel Canto Opera Singers bring their eclectic mix of Opera arias and Broadway show tunes to the Rollins Theater on March 28 at 4:30 and 7:30 p.m.

L to R: Ellen Kleinschmidt, Cindy Plotts and Fran Eckert convince the wooden shoemakers that “A Secretary is NOT a Toy” in the Performing Arts Company’s production of “The Poor Old Soles Club” playing at the Rollins Theater through March 7.

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Ballo in Maschera and Carmen.

They have performed together in concerts, choral ensembles, and workshops in Tampa Bay and St. Petersburg as well as performing with Andrea Bocelli at the Amalie Arena.

Tickets for all Performing Arts Club shows at the Rollins are $12 for general seating and $15 for reserved seats and may be purchased at the SCC Atrium kiosk with cash or check or with credit card by calling the box office at 813.400.7803. For further information go to www. performingartsco-scc.org.

KPAL Artist of the Month

The KPAL Artist of the Month for March is Mary Chabot. Mary, originally from New York City, earned her master’s degree in mathematics from the University of Notre Dame and taught college math in California for 40 years.

Mary always had a passion for art, but her busy schedule did not allow her to seriously pursue classes in watercolor, her favorite medium. She retired and moved to Sun City Center in 2010, and immediately started art classes. She still learns from and enjoys Diane Simon’s watercolor class at Kings Point. Mary is a member of the Florida Watercolor Society and a signature member of the Florida Suncoast Watercolor Society. Her award winning paintings have been exhibited in galleries in Sarasota, Bradenton, and Punta Gorda, as well as locally at the gallery in Sun City Center, the Southshore Regional Library, and the Kings Point Gallery; and her work is in numerous private collections.

Don’t miss the opportunity to view Mary’s award-winning artwork, which will be on display in the Art Room Window at the North Clubhouse from March 7th through April 4th, 2015.

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St. Patrick’s Party Square Dance

It’s March and March brings St. Patrick’s Day – and St. Patrick’s Day brings the traditional “Wearin’ of the Green.” The Sun City Center Swingers Square Dance Club is gong to honor St. Patrick’s Day with a “greenish” Mainstream/Plus Square Dance on Friday Night March 13. Don’t let that Friday the 13 scare you, St. Pat promised to take care of us. So Dancers get your “greenish” Square Clothes on and come celebrate St. Paddy’s Day with us. Delicious Finger food and beverages will be provided for all to enjoy. Marty Van Wart Calls - Jimmy Griffin Cues in place of Alice Bubel.

This Dance along with the Clubs regular Friday Night Dances will be held in the SCC Atrium Dance Studio, 945 North Course Lane (North Complex, off N. Pebble Beach Blvd.). Dance Workshop 7 – 7:30 p.m., Mainstream/Plus Dance with Rounds 7:30 – 9:30 p.m.

The Callers for March are Ron Reardon, March 6; Marty Van Wart, March 13, 27. Alice Bubel Cues all Fridays except March 13 – Jimmy Griffin will Cue on March 13 in place of Alice.

There will not be a Dance on Friday March 20, 2015 because of FunFest.

Alice Bubel, assisted by her husband Gary, holds basic Round Dance lessons in the Atrium Dance Studio on Mondays 12:30 – 2 p.m. Advanced round dance lessons will be held 2 – 3 p.m. if so desired. Square Dancers come join us for this Special Event Dance and every Friday night for great Dancing, Fellowship and Refreshments.

Square dance clothes or dressy casual is acceptable.

For further information call Veanna at 941-776-0477 or Geri at 813-633-9742 and/or see our Web Site at floridasquaredance. com/s.

Kings Point Dance Club

By Judy Fenwick Officers for 2015 - 2016 Kings Point Dance Club were inducted at the February 10, 2015 Dinner/ Dance. Judy Fenwick (SecretaryTreasurer), George Fenwick (President), Betty Peyton (VicePresident Social), and Theresa and Roman Rodriguez (VicePresident Membership).

The remaining dances of the season are Monday, March 2, with the Mellotones and Tuesday April 21, with Thor Stevens. Doors open at 7:00 p.m., with dancing from 7:30 - 9:30. Members get in free and non-members are welcome as guests, with the cost at the door $10 per couple. BYOB and snacks. Ice, water, cups and napkins will be provided. Nonmembers should call Theresa at 633-0812.

Proper dress for men is men’s business dress (slacks & dress shirt), coat and tie optional.

Dress or dressy pants for women.

Kings Point residents and Sun City Center CA members interested in joining should contact Judy at 634-5364. Membership dues are $50, which includes seven dances October thru April.

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Moonglow Ballroom Dance Club

Moonglow Ballroom Dance Club proudly presents a very special evening of live music by “The Good Times Ballroom Fantasy Band” at their monthly

dance on Thursday, March 26th from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Sun City Center. This six-piece professional band from the Orlando area has played for Arthur Murray Studio Special Dances, and for numerous Ballroom Dance Events in Central Florida from the Atlantic Coast to the Gulf Coast. We scheduled this Special Dance during the Snowbird Season to benefit the great number of ballroom dancers in the area.

The attire at Moonglow Dances is dressy casual. Members are FREE, and Visitors/Guests pay only $5 per person at the door. Singles Table(s) are always available.

Please BYOB and snacks, and the club will provide ice, water, cups and napkins.

We have a great 2015 schedule of year-round monthly dances featuring talented entertainers booked for your dancing and/or listening to live music. Visitors are always welcome, so why not get your friends & neighbors to join you at a Moonglow Dance? If you think that you can’t Ballroom Dance, remember that we are not “Dancing With the Stars.” We each do what our bodies allow us to do in time to the music. For more Information call 813-6331297 or 813-633-6453, or if you would like to receive Moonglow Information by email, contact gail3357@gmail.com.

Kings Point Follies are Coming

By Stephanie Casey The 2015 Kings Point Follies will be presented on March 6th and March 7th in Borini Theatre, located in the Kings Point North Clubhouse.

Many new faces are being introduced this year, and you will also see some of the more familiar ones, as well. They are all working very hard to prepare an exciting and entertaining production for you. Don’t miss out on one of the biggest and best shows in town.

Cabaret round table reserved seating tickets may be purchased at the Kings Point Box Office for $14 per person. There will be two evening performances at 7 p.m., one Friday and one Saturday, and a matinee performance at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday. Come watch your very talented Sun City Center Area friends and neighbors perform some of your favorite music and acts from your past. A Journey Through The ’50s and ’60s will be a nostalgic trip down memory lane. Solo and ensemble musical numbers, dance groups and soloists, lively chorus musical renditions

featuring clever choreography, and comedic interludes will all be performed for your enjoyment. In addition, the East Bay High School Sounds of Time musical ensemble, a perennial favorite, will again be delighting the audience. Another very special bonus this year will be the area youth dance group, The Buckshot Cloggers, who are newcomers to this show and are sure to please everyone. This is a new and innovative Follies, the likes of which you have never seen before. You won’t want to miss this one! Get your tickets at the Kings Point Box Office now for the 2015 Kings Point Follies. For further information, you may call Director Rose Ostrander at 813-633-1753.

We hope to see you all there.

Singles Social Dance

“Where New Friends Become Old Friends” … Open to all residents of SCC and Kings Point.

Entertainment provided by Thor Stevens. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. BYOB and snacks Proper dress required no shorts or jeans. Come Dance and have some Fun! For information call Janet Doherty 813-334-1439: March 1: Florida Room March 29: Community Hall April 5: Florida Room April 26: Florida Room

Rockin’ Thru the Years Dance Club

By Sandi Zoldi Our March dance will be held Sunday, March 8, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. in the Kings Point Borini Theater, Kings Point North Club House located at 1900 Club House Drive, Sun City Center, FL. Join us for a Rockin’ Good Time!

Music will be provided by The New Travelers Band. Tickets are $5 per person. You may purchase

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your tickets Tuesday, March 3 in the Kings Point South Clubhouse Palm Court Cafe 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. or Thursday, March 5 in the Kings Point North Clubhouse lobby 12 to 2 p.m. You may bring your own snacks and the dance is BYOB. Cups, napkins, water and ice are provided. Please email Sandi at rockinthrutheyears@gmail.com for more information.

Celebrate St Patrick’s Day

Celebrate St Patrick’s Day at a free social dance with the Kings Point Line Dancers on Wed, March 18, 7 p.m. in the Borini Theatre. Open to KP and SCC residents and their guests.

Mark your calendar, no ticket to purchase. Couples always welcome, plenty of room to dance. BYOB. Wear your green and white. Call Jan for more info 634-6226.

Oldies but Goodies Social Dance Club

By John Armstrong The Oldies but Goodies Social Dance Club always has great dance music and you are invited.

The date is March 15, 7 till 10 p.m. and the doors open at 6:30 p.m.

The dance is in the Community Hall, 1910 South Pebble Beach Blvd. Dale and Gary will play ‘50s through ‘80s music for your dancing pleasure. BYOB and your own snacks, ice, water, and cups are provided at each table.

There is no charge for members and $5 for each non-member.

Be sure to save the date for April 19 when Flashback will play the music for your dancing and listening pleasure. Need more information contact Joanne Baskinger at 813.728.1147 or by email jjlatenite@aol.com.

Fallender Art Show

Bruce Fallender, an award-winning artist from Sun City Center, has a One-Man Show of his small works of art with a nature theme currently on display through March 31, 2015 at the “Nature Nook Art Gallery” located in the Visitor’s Center at Camp Bayou, a nature preserve located in Ruskin. The exhibit includes art works in various media such as watercolor, acrylic, pen & ink, encaustic (wax) as well as mixed media works incorporating various combinations of watercolor, acrylic, alcohol inks, dyes, pencil, tissue, collage and pastel. The public is cordially invited to view the works of art on display through March 31, 2015 during normal business hours Thursday, Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Camp Bayou is located three miles south of state Route 674 at the end of 24th street SE in Ruskin.

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Contract Bridge THE RIGHT PLAY AT THE RIGHT TIME

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There is usually very little difference between playing a hand well and playing a hand perfectly, but occasionally this slight difference has a substantial effect on the outcome.

West led a spade against four hearts, and South, seeing four probable losers -- one of which had to be averted for the contract to be made -- decided that his only real chance was to find East with the king of clubs.

Declarer hoped to establish a 10th trick by leading a low club from dummy toward his queen, planning later to discard one

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of his losers on dummy’s ace of clubs.

Accordingly, South took the spade lead with the ace and played the king of hearts to dislodge the ace. He expected that dummy’s Q-10 of trumps would then provide him with the two entries he needed to accomplish his purpose. But East ducked the king of hearts and thereby foiled South’s plan.

Declarer could not recover from this setback and eventually finished down one.

South could and should have made the contract by leading the seven of trumps to dummy’s ten at trick two! East can do no better than win with the ace and return a spade.

Declarer wins, leads the eight of trumps to dummy’s queen and returns a low club, taken by East’s king. The defenders cash their spade trick, but South is home free. Whatever is returned, he wins, cashes the queen of clubs, leads the three of trumps to dummy’s four and discards the jack of diamonds on the ace of clubs.

Observe that East cannot stop the contract by refusing to take dummy’s ten of trumps at trick two. South counters by leading a low club from dummy at trick three and later leads the heart eight to dummy’s queen to produce the same outcome. © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.

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March, 2015

Strange But True

By Samantha Weaver

• It was British Prime Minister Winston Churchill who made the following sage observation: “All the great things are simple, and many can be expressed in a single word: freedom, justice, honor, duty, mercy, hope.”

• Though an electric eel is born with the ability to see, by the time it becomes an adult it is blind. This lack of sight is not a hindrance, though; the fish uses electricity to create an image of its surroundings in much the same way that we use radar. The electricity is also how the electric eel kills its prey, producing a 600-volt shock -- five times more powerful than a shock from a household outlet.

• For reasons unclear today, in 18th-century England, bumblebees were commonly known as “foggy-toddlers.”

• You might be surprised to learn that in 2011, a man by the name of Ignacio Marc Isperas was granted a U.S. patent for “apparatus facilitating the building of a snow man/woman.”

According to the abstract, “the spherically shaped body and adhesion surface form a building component for facilitating the construction of the snow man/ woman.”

• If you’re a pickle-maker in Connecticut, you should know that your product cannot legally be considered a pickle unless it bounces when dropped.

• Philadelphia brand cream cheese was originally made in New York.

• According to a recent survey by the National Association of Convenience Stores, 11 percent of adult Americans have at some point in their lives worked at a convenience store or gas station. For 3 percent of adults, that was their first job. *** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** *** Thought for the Day: “Once you can accept the universe as matter expanding into nothing that is something, wearing stripes with plaid comes easy.” -- Albert Einstein © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Salome’s Stars

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) There could be some negative reaction to your tough stance when making a recent decision.

But overall, your efforts result in well-earned recognition and all that can follow from that.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Your financial situation seems confusing, even for the fiscally savvy Bovine. Maybe it’s the conflicting advice you’re getting.

Check it out before things get too tangled to unknot.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A relaxed attitude goes a long way in helping you deal with any of life’s irritants that might be popping up this week. You’re also a reassuring role model for others in the same situation.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Your aspect favors creativity, which should persuade you to work on your artistic projects. If time is a problem, prioritize your commitments so that your work isn’t compromised.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Scrutinize all the job offers that interest you. Most are honest and worth considering. But a few might not be completely forthcoming about what the job is and what the salary and benefits are.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) An unexpected snafu could delay the completion of a project you’re eager to finish. Find out what’s causing it, fix it, and if you need help, don’t be shy about asking for it. Good luck.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) An idea that could be helpful to you comes from an unlikely source.

Listen to it. Discuss it. If necessary, adjust it. If it looks as if it might work out quite well, go ahead and use it.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Be careful about allowing someone to share a very personal secret with you. This could cause problems down the line with others who are involved in that person’s private life.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec.21) A cooling down of a relationship could be the result of neglect, unintended or not. To save it from icing over, you need to warm it up with a large dose of hot Sagittarius passion.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan.19) This is a good time to get involved with a number of family matters that involve money and other issues that might jeopardize the closeness between and among family members.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb.18) Cheer up. That difficult person who appears to be deliberately stalling your project might just need to be reassured of the value she or he brings to it.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Good news! Expect to feel reenergized now that you’ve gone through that stressful energydepleting period involving a lot of changes. Now, go out there and show them what you can do.

BORN THIS WEEK: You have a warm, giving nature that inspires many to follow your example. © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.

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