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By E. Adam Porter Thousands gathered on the Kings Point North Clubhouse front lawn on Friday, March 20 for the annual “Ring in the Spring” Kings Point Community Festival. Festivalgoers enjoyed culinary selections from food truck favorites such as Monsta Lobsta, Snooky Bear Snack Shack and more than thirty different food and snack vendors. Dozens of local vendors were also on hand to demonstrate their products and answer questions about their services. Music lovers clapped, danced and sang along to their favorite hits of the 50s, 60s and 70s, courtesy of the “Solid Gold” duo, Carl Seiden and JoAnne Podgurski. One of the most highly anticipated highlights of the event was the ribbon cutting of the palatial new 2020 Centre. The $4.3 million fitness and wellness center certainly did not disappoint! Formerly the headquarters of the developer of Kings Point, the fully renovated
Ribbon cutting of the palatial new 2020 Centre.
25,000 square foot facility is now home to 15 treadmills, 14 other cardio units and 30 strength stations, as well as a fully appointed spa and salon. “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. “We have listened carefully to our neighbors throughout Kings Point and we are delivering what they want: More and better fitness and wellness options,” said Jim Haggerty, president of the Federation of Kings Point Associations.
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Annual Shred Day Event
Thursday April 16, 2015, from 3 to 6 p.m. Payant Tax Services, Inc. will continue the annual tradition by offering all residents a “Free Shredding” opportunity. The local company “Legal Shred” will park one of their trucks right in the Payant Financial Plaza parking lot located at 1653 Sun City Center Plaza, Sun City Center, FL 33573. Residents are invited to watch their papers shredded right in front of them. Everyone is invited to come inside to enjoy a spectacular wine festival event and taste a variety of delectable appetizers. Have any questions? Please call the office 813-633-7333 Payant Tax Services Inc. Though impressive, the Open House was not the official “grand opening,” however. Officials expect the 2020 Centre to be open and ready for business sometime in April.
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King’s Point West Lawn Bowling Club Spring Tournaments
Photo Don Bowers King’s Point West Lawn Bowling Club annual club tournaments started in cool mid-February and continued through wind, heat and rain into the first week in March. Club members and friends enjoyed watching and cheering on the contestants amazing shots, exciting score
changes and well played matches. The Women’s and Men’s Novice tournaments (for players who are new to the sport and started bowling after last year’s tournament) were round robin format. Veronica Harris won the Novice Women’s Tournament with a perfect record of 4 wins
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Pat Ryle and Judi Freiboth
and 0 defeats. David Radford, total of 4 wins and 1 defeat, was the top bowler in the Novice Men’s Tournament. Pat Ryle and Judi Freiboth battled worthy competitors to play the final of the 2015 Women’s Club Championship match under the blazing sun. Pat defeated Judi 10 to 7 in a match with many lead changes to claim the title. Men’s Champion, Don and Women’s Champion, Pat played for the title of Club Champion. Don’s consistent shot making kept Pat on the defensive as he claimed the title with a 13-7 win. In the Men’s Club Championship
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Don Bowers and Frank Crowley rose to the top of a large field that bowled in cold, rain and scorching heat. Don defeated Frank 2 - 4 to win the 2015 crown. On a beautifully sunny and warm Sunday afternoon, Charlie Lyle and Donna Blaine were crowned as the 2015 Pairs Tournament champions. In what was described as one of the best, if not the best, Pairs Championship final, the match featured several ties and lead changes. Donna and Bill consistently placed shots near Continued on Page 3
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Much to See, More to Do
Story and photos by E. Adam Porter, Editor in Chief If you were wondering what there might be to see and do in Greater Sun City Center, the weekend of March 20 and 21 went a long way toward answering that question…and then some! The fun kicked off March 20 at Kings Point’s “Ring in the Spring.” Hundreds of SCC residents joined their Kings Point neighbors for fun, food and a first look at the brand new 2020 Centre health and wellness facility. After Kings Point Federation President Jim Haggerty and Vice President Wayne Musholt cut the ribbon, pickleball players joined Fitness Director Jen Yurcus leading tours inside the facility. On the North Clubhouse lawn, clubs and groups, as well as local businesses and vendors— including the popular Wolfe Farmer’s Market—gave guests plenty of reasons to keep 33573 at the top of their “Best Place to Be” list. March 21, thousands upon thousands of Sun City Center, Kings Point and SouthShore residents descended on the Community Association main campus for the biggest celebration of the year— FunFest. As the clock struck nine, a drum line set the beat for the color guard march. Up went the flag as hundreds saluted Old Glory. SCC Community Association Board President David Floyd greeted the early birds, and SCC resident (and News reporter) Uta Kuhn led the Pledge of Allegiance. Event Chairman Susan Muse officially kicked off FunFest 2015, and thousands scattered across the CA campus in search of exciting entertainment, arts & crafts, eye candy, new friends, fun and delicious food. Scores of clubs opened their doors for tours, demonstrations and gallery exhibits. Nearly one hundred other clubs, groups and local businesses set up shop on the lawn around the flagpole and across the street, inviting festivalgoers to learn more about them and how they might get involved. Under the big tent “Elvis” crooned and shook his hips, while a standing room only crowd sang and clapped along. Over by the pool, the Front Porch Pickers kept their fans grinning. The Health Fair introduced residents and guests to SCC’s many health and wellness options. Outside the Atrium, food vendors kept festivalgoers fueled up for all the fun. Highlights included
strawberry shortcake, sloppy joes and apple pie with ice cream…all courtesy of SCC clubs and groups…Yum! One of the most exciting parts of these complementary festivals for us here at The News was seeing all the folks from each community who came out to both festivals and stopped by our booth to say, “Hi!” and “thanks” for getting the word out about all the fun and interesting things to do and see each month. We also had a chance to meet plenty of new residents and several folks who came to Ring in the Spring and FunFest on a quest to determine if 33573 should be their next address. After meeting countless new friends, learning about hundreds of clubs and activities and getting to know local businesses, the consensus on both days was summed up by one excited visitor: “This place is incredible! There’s so much to do, more to see and everyone we met was so friendly and welcoming!” Couldn’t have said it better myself
Friends sharing a laugh at FunFest.
Hundreds of residents stopped by to say how much they “Love The News.” Well, we love you too!”
April 2015
April Sun City Center Gallery Exhibitor
April 1, 2015 will be the date of the Gallery Exhibit of Bruce and Ken Fallender. No fooling. When it comes to art, Ken and Bruce do not fool around. Ken states that art is fun, creativity is exciting and finding something happening where nothing was before is amazing. Ken Fallender has had the benefit of talented instructors since he has been in Florida. The Art Club in Sun City Center, the Kings Point Art League and the Treasure Island Art Guild have each provided personnel and places to develop art skills. After Ken finishes a piece of artwork, it moves up in quality through the framing skills of his brother, Bruce. After painting for over fifty-five years one would think that one had seen and done it all. Not true, states Bruce Fallender. Bruce moved to Florida and met artistic friends who loved to experiment with new materials and techniques and it opened up a whole new artistic World of Wonder. Working with artists from the Art Club in Sun City Center, Kings Point Art League and Treasurer Island Art guild has inspired him to reach artistic heights which he thought were never possible. After he finishes his work, it moves up in quality through the titling skills of his brother, Ken. The Fallender brothers work will be on display for the month of April. Come help them celebrate their Gallery opening on April 1, from 1 to 3 p.m. Bring a friend and enjoy an experience in art.
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the jack, only to have Charlie and Richie take turns taking away sure points or defending the head. The match wasn’t decided until Richie’s final bowl narrowly missed the target and Charlie and Donna defeated Richie Bozza and Bill Healey 12 to 10. A large crowd of fans gave all four bowlers a standing ovation for their incredible performances. Congratulations to all the winners, participating bowlers, club members, planners,
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groundskeeper, tournament director Bob Freiboth, scorekeepers, our outstanding tournament umpire, Andre Fournier and all that came to cheer the players on. You are what makes King’s Point West Lawn Bowling Club the fine organization that it is. 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 813938-4757
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33573 33573 is provided by Debbie Caneen, Director of Admissions, Sun Towers from items submitted for publication. To submit events for future publications, send them by the 15th of the prior month. Debbie also publishes Ads and Events, a weekly e-mail containing information about what’s happening in 33573. Your event will also appear in the weekly Ads and Events e-mail and on the website www.SCCAdsAndEvents.com. Send all events by e-mail to sccfreeads@tampabay.rr.com. You only need to submit your Event one time each month for it to appear in both The News of Kings Point and SCC Ads and Events. SPECIAL EVENTS Please include all basic information, especially Price (or list it’s Free) and Contact Information (phone, e-Mail, or website). Six lines maximum. Send to: sccfreeads@tampabay. rr.com. As soon as space permits, we will put it in the weekly e-Mail and it will run until event date passes. You do not need to submit it again. PLEASE NOTE: This area is for SPECIAL EVENTS only. WEEKLY, MONTHLY, or ONGOING EVENTS are listed on our website under WEEKLY & MONTHLY MEETINGS at www.SCCAdsAndEvents.com which is updated every weekend. WED. APR 1 - HEARING LOSS ASSOCIATION OF SUN CITY CENTER (HLASCC) 9:30 a.m. at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb Blvd. West. Michelle Landy, MSN, and Jennifer Laks will speak on Enhancing Communication for the Care of Patients with Hearing Loss. Michelle Landy is the Director of Patient Care Services, and Jennifer Laks is an Administrator on Duty and resource person for communication and hearing needs at St. Joseph’s Hospital South. Come early for coffee and donuts. All are welcome to attend. 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 Shirley Nauman at 812-6525 or Clement Hill at cehill44@ gmail.com for more information. WED. APR 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 - THERAPEUTIC TAI CHI OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 10 11 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Our therapists have advanced training in therapeutic Tai Chi for Seniors and will provide guidance in this healthy exercise. Tai Chi has been proven to increase strength and balance! This class will be offered EVERY Wednesday due to increased demand. For more information, contact Debbie Caneen at 813-6343347. WED. APR 1 - MOAA MONTHLY LUNCHEON MEETING 11:30 a.m. at the SCC North Side Atrium Building. Frank Strom, Project Director for the Homeless Veteran Reintegration Program and the Veterans Homeless
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Demonstration Project will be the featured speaker at the Military Officers of America Association (MOAA) April luncheon. In 2004 Frank retired from the United States Marine Corps with 20 years of honorable service. He is a member of the State Advisory Committee for the Department of Children and Families Veteran Jail Diversion Grant, and is an advisor to the Hillsborough County Veterans Council and Museum Committee. Frank will discuss the Department of Veterans Affairs benefit called the Aid and Attendance and Housebound Improved Pension benefit, known as A&A, which can cover the costs of caregivers in the home (including sons and daughters who are paid to be caregivers, though not spouses) or be used for assisted living or a nursing home. Reservations ($14) can be made by calling Doris Glass at 642-0497 and must be made by 6 p.m. Sunday March 29th. For more information call Frank Kepley at 642-0801. WED. APR 1 - THE SAMARITAN’S SERVICES ALZHEIMER’S MONTHLY MEETING 2 p.m. at the Redeemer Lutheran Church. The speaker will be Kim Schaub, the Director of the Hillsborough/Pasco Alzheimer’s Association Florida Gulf Coast Chapter. She will be speaking on “Help for the caregiver from the national office as well as daily help for caregivers.” For more information please call Doris at 634-3489 or the office at 634-9283. WED. APR 1 - FREE SHORT GAME GOLF CLINIC AND LESSON BY PGA TOUR PROFESSIONAL JIM NELFORD 2 - 5 p.m. at Freedom Fairways, 3940 Upper Creek Drive, Sun City Center, FL 33573. Join us for a Tour of Freedom Plaza, Complimentary Appetizers, and the “Secrets to Improving Your Short Game”. Jim Nelford spent years on the PGA Tour and Champion’s Tour. He has been a golf broadcaster for 28 years as the Senior Golf Analyst for television. This is the last golf clinic and lesson of the season and will fill quickly! This event is for ALL LEVELS of Golfers. Don’t Forget to Bring Your Pitching Wedge. Must RSVP to Paula Allen at 813-466-9179 or by email to paulaallen18@gmail.com THU. APR 2 – HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY SHERIFF’S OPERATION MEDICINE CABINET 9 a.m. — 12:00 noon at Sun City Center Community, Association Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Sun City Center, FL. DROP OFF your EXPIRED or UNUSED Medications and HELP SAVE HILLSBOROUGH’S WATER SYSTEM. Operation Medicine Cabinet collects expired or unwanted prescription and over-the-counter medications for proper disposal. Improper disposal such as flushing drugs down the toilet or drain leads to the contamination of Florida’s aquatic environment. Wastewater treatment systems are not designed to remove these medications from our water. Help keep our water system safe. Bring your medications to Community Hall! Over 11,000 pounds collected in Hillsborough County since 2006! For more information, contact Home Instead Senior Care 813-684-1972. THU. APR 2 - BETTER BREATHERS SUPPORT GROUP 10 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Drive. Do you have shortness of breath? Have you been diagnosed with COPD? Join Better Breathers to learn more about Pulmonary Rehabilitation. This month’s speaker: Kirk Goeke from the American Lung Association. Annettia Simpson, RRT, Director of Sun Towers’ Outpatient Pulmonary Rehabilitation will answer any questions you may have regarding pulmonary disease management. An Occupational Therapist will also recommend seated yoga exercises designed to make living with pulmonary disease more manageable. Complimentary Valet Parking available at Terrace entrance. For additional info, call Debbie Caneen 813-892-2990. SAT. APR 4 - SUN CITY CENTER MODEL RAILROAD CLUB HOSTS FREE OPEN HOUSE 9 a.m. -12 noon at the Community Association, N. Pebble Beach Blvd. Grandkids visiting for Easter? See & hear ten trains running
under computer control. Youngsters run trains, learn train safety and earn Junior Engineer Certificates. Visiting kids get conductor hats! For more information and directions go to SCCMRRC.ORG. MON. APR 6 - “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 learn more about OA online at http:// www.oa.org/newcomers/is-oa-foryou MON. APR 6 - MEOW MIXER WITH FELINE FOLKS 4:30 p.m. at the Kings Point Couth Club, Upper Deck. It is a great way to meet the friendly volunteers and learn about their programs. Bring a snack, if you wish, and enjoy great conversation. There will be a cash bar. Everyone is welcome! Did you know? Feline Folks was founded in 2007 as a non-profit organization to provide direction and assistance to the Sun City Center Community (Zip 33573) to establish a program of “Humane Feline Management” for the Free-Roaming & Community Cat Population at large. TUE. APR 7, 14, 21, 28 - 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. APR 7, 14, 21, 28 - 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. WED. APR 8 - 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. APR 8 - DIABETES EDUCATION SUPPORT GROUP 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. WED. APR 8 - SENIOR LIFESTYLE SERIES: DEMENTIA 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, located at 15816 Beth Shields Way Ruskin, FL 33573. FREE EVENT! Join Dr. Portal as he discusses the different types of
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dementia and treatments available. Learn what foods help maintain a healthy brain! No registration required. WED. APR 8 - THE KINGS POINT MIXED CHORUS SPRING CONCERT 4 p.m. in the Kings Point Borini Theater. Tickets can be purchased for $6 at the Kings Point Box Office. Seating is Round Table Cabaret Style, so gather your friends and neighbors, your snacks and BYOB. Be prepared to enjoy an afternoon of MUSIC OF STAGE AND SCREEN, with songs from OKLAHOMA, SOUTH PACIFIC and FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, to name just a few. The 58 voice mixed Chorus is under the direction of Charles Wirick, and is accompanied by Ruth Hewitt. In addition to providing music for your listening pleasure, the Chorus is joining with the Sun City Center Kiwanis Club in a Community Outreach Program. The Chorus has been collecting storybooks, which will be donated to children at Wimauma Elementary School. If you would like to participate in this philanthropic endeavor, when you join us for the Concert, you may bring a book suitable for an Elementary-aged child. Books will be collected and given to the Kiwanis Club for distribution. Your contributions would be greatly appreciated. We extend a warm invitation for everyone to join us in this charitable effort. We look forward to seeing you on April 8th. For more information, please call Rose at 813-633-1753. THU. APR 9 - CAREGIVER SEMINAR AT USF BYRD HEALTH ALZHEIMER’S INSTITUTE 9:30am - at USF Health Byrd Institute Join us for a free program intended for individuals who are caring for a family member with Alzheimer’s disease or related memory disorder. Faculty from the Byrd Institute will present on various aspects of Alzheimer’s disease and caregiver issues. Space is limited, register today by calling (813) 396-0659. THU. APR 9 - NEUROPATHY SUPPORT GROUP SPONSORED BY THE SUN CITY CENTER MEN’S CLUB 1 p.m. in the Caper Room, 945 A North Course Ln., Sun City Center. Our speaker this month will be: Dr. Reyna Bragg, D.O.M. Dr. Bragg is a Nationally Board Certified Doctor of Oriental Medicine & Dipl. Acupuncture Physician. She is a graduate of East West College of Natural Medicine and completed an extensive training in Western Anatomy & Physiology and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Her Internship program included East West College of Natural Medicine and an Off Site Internship at Health South Hospital Rehab. Dr. Bragg specializes in Family medicine for prevention of disease through education, health and awareness through pain and rehabilitation & supportive health care management through Acupuncture and Herbal Medicines. Dr. Bragg earned her Master of Science Degree in Oriental Medicine & Acupuncture Physician with a Bachelor Degree in Professional Health and Sciences from East West College of Natural Medicine. She has earned her undergraduate Bachelor Degree in Alternative Medicine from Everglades University, Florida in 2010 and earned her Associate of Science Degree in Allied Health as Registered Medical Assistant from Keiser University, 2000. She has worked in family medicine for eleven years prior to her becoming a practitioner Doctor of Oriental Medicine. For more information, contact Kurt Nolden of the Men’s Club at 813-633-8929. SAT. APR 11 - P.A.C. LITE VARIETY SERIES PRAISE PICKERS GOSPEL BAND 2 & 7:30 p.m. Rollins Theater 970 Cherry Hills Dr. Sun City Center Fl. The Performing Arts Company continues its popular variety series with The Praise Pickers Gospel Band. The Praise Pickers, who hail from Tennessee and span four decades, will be praying, picking and praising in song. Tickets for this show and all other shows in the series are available for $12 at the SCC Atrium Kiosk M, W & F from 9 a.m. to noon or with credit card by calling 813-400-7803. For more information, please call the credit card number or visit the PAC website at PerformingArtsCompany-SCC.org. Continued on Page 7
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SUN. APR 12 SINGLES MINGLE DANCE CLUB 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. in the Kings Point Main Clubhouse Studio. Live music provided by Thor Stevens and his saxophone. Admission $5 p.p. BYOB. Ice, water, cups and napkins provided. Requested attire is dressy/ casual. Info: Janet 633-3558. MON. APR 13 - “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 12-step organization/ program that addresses the emotional, spiritual and physical needs of those desiring to stop compulsively eating and/or overeating. No scales, dues or fees. 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 learn more about OA online at http://www.oa.org/ newcomers/is-oa-for-you. MON. APR 13 - MALE CALL FOR PROSTATE HEALTH 2 p.m. at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 1239 W. Del Webb Blvd in Sun City Center. The speaker will be Jan Manarite, Senior Educator Facilitator and Advocacy Director at the Prostate Cancer Research Institute. An expert in all aspects of prostate cancer from diagnosis through treatment, her topic will be (“From Confusion to Empowerment; Being Part of Your Treatment Decisions”). She is particularly helpful in Q & A sessions in helping us navigate the confusing paths of prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment. TUE. APR 14 - “CHARITY OF CHOICE” NETWORKING LUNCH 11:30 a.m. at Homewood Residence. Bring business cards to exchange with fellow professionals and drop one in the basket for a special drawing. If your card is selected, ALL luncheon proceeds will be donated to the
charity of your choice! It’s a great way to build your professional network and give back to the community. Suggested lunch donation $10. Reservations: Bev Hurley at 813-6334340 or bhurley@brookdale.com. Homewood Residence at Freedom Plaza 3910 Galen Court, Sun City Center, FL 33573 – this is a repeating event – meets the second Tuesday of every month. WED. APR 15 - LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Our speaker this month: Richard E. Hector, MD, FACS. Dr. Hector, a favorite among patients and staff, has an easygoing manner that puts everyone at ease. His kindness to all has earned him the reputation for providing friendly, personalized care. After seeing Dr. Hector for troublesome dry eyes, many patients have raved about the relief they experience and how it has positively affected their daily lives. Dr. Hector joined The Eye Associates in 1986 after serving his country in the military for over 10 years. Dr. Hector specializes in diseases of the external eye and cornea, including corneal transplants and troublesome dry eye syndrome. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Eye Surgery and the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Hector also is the Principal Investigator of Clinical Studies for The Eye Associates. Rebecca Radford from the Lighthouse for the Blind will facilitate this meeting. If you have low vision, this is the group for you! FREE VALET PARKING for Cars and Golf Carts at Terrace Entrance by Blue Awning. If you have low vision, then this meeting is for you! For more info call Debbie Caneen 813-892-2990. WED. APR 15 - 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, 813-6339783, acjjr@tampabay.rr.com. THU. APR 16 - INTERESTED IN YOUR ANCESTRY? 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Sun City Center. Interested in Your Ancestry? Have you seen the TV show “Who Do You Think You Are”? If you would like to learn how to research your genealogy, don’t miss this opportunity to spend time with Tollie J Banker, M.A. and M.I.S., Faculty Librarian at Hillsborough Community College SouthShore Campus as she takes you through the steps to discover your past using free research tools! SAT. APR 18 - MONTHLY GUIDED CANOE TOUR AT CAMP BAYOU OUTDOOR LEARNING CENTER 9 - 11 a.m. at Camp Bayou, located 3 miles south of SR674 at the end of 24th St SE in Ruskin. Reservations are required for all canoe tours. Threeseater canoe rentals are available for $25 each. Bring your own canoe or kayak and join the tour for a $5 donation. Call the office at 813-6418545 or email campbayou@gmail. com to make reservations or for more information. Save the Date for Camp Bayou’s National Trails Day event on the morning of Saturday, June 6. Guided tours on land and water will be offered from 9 a.m. - noon with a fundraising BBQ lunch of pulled pork, side dish, beverage and dessert. There will be a free teacher workshop on Saturday, June 20 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Activities from FWC’s Schoolyard Wild and Schoolyard Ecosystems will be presented. Participants will receive at least 2 curriculum guides at the end of the workshop. Workshop suitable for public and private school teachers, youth group leaders and homeschool parents. For more information, visit http://myfwc.com/education/ educators/schoolyard-wildlife. SUN. APR 19 - ROTARY CLUB OF SUN CITY CENTER DANCING WITH THE LOCALS 2 - 4 p.m. in the Freedom Plaza
Auditorium, 1010 American Eagle Boulevard. Join the Rotary Club of Sun City Center for an evening of Dancing and Entertainment. Local dancers will be competing to be crowned the winner of Dancing with the Locals. There will be live entertainment, snacks and a cash bar. All proceeds benefit the SCC Rotary Club’s Scholarship Program and Senior Anti-Hunger Campaign. Tickets are $18 per person, $30 per couple and sponsorships are available. Sponsors include Steve Overton with Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, Freedom Plaza, Sun Towers Retirement Community, Hanson Services, South Bay Hospital and Jim Kelly with Edward Jones Financial. For Tickets, call 813-634-0496. For information regarding dancing in the competition, call 813-634-3205. SUN. APR 19 - SOUTH SHORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA CONCERT “SOUNDS OF AMERICA” 4 p.m. in the sanctuary of the United Community Church, United Church of Christ, 1501 La Jolla Avenue, to see the South Shore Symphony Orchestra in concert. 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 Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 2, American Salute, West Side Story, The American River, A Salute to Rodgers and Hammerstein, Gershwin by George!, and Hoe-Down from Copland’s Rodeo. SUN. APR 19 COMMUNITY HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL SERVICE 7 p.m. at St. John the Divine Episcopal Church, 1015 Del Webb Blvd. East for a community wide Yom Hashoa service to remember the victims of the Holocaust. The service will include prayers, memorial candle lighting, and readings. Songs representing the faith at the time of the Holocaust will be sung by a community choir, Continued on Page 8
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led by Chuck Wirick. As a community we will come together to remember what happened to the victims of Hitler, and to remember the heroes who did not live to tell their stories. The community is encouraged to attend. MON. APR 20 - 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 that 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. APR 20 - PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP OF SUN CITY CENTER 1:30 2:30 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Drive. This month, our special guest will be: Kyle J. Belz, Esq. Mr. Belz is an attorney at Allen Law, P.A., and practices Guardianship, Probate, and Estate and Incapacity Planning, in Riverview, Florida. He received his Juris Doctor from Stetson University College of Law, magna cum laude, with a Certificate of Concentration in Elder Law. Mr. Belz will present “Housing Pitfalls to Avoid for Housing Seniors” Many seniors and housing providers are unaware of federal protections given to individuals who need to make reasonable accommodations to allow them to age-in-place. Be aware of your rights to reasonably age in place in your home and responsibilities of housing providers, including homeowner associations, under the Federal Fair Housing Act. (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. If you have Parkinson’s, or are caring for someone with this disease, be sure to attend this support group! For additional info, call Debbie Caneen 813-892-2990.
TUE. APR 21 ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP 2 - 3:30 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Drive. Bring Your Loved One For a Well Deserved Break. Facilitated by Aging Care Advocates. You will receive information while your loved one is cared for in our Secured Memory Care. Please RSVP no less than 3 days prior to 813-677-1400. For additional information, contact Debbie Caneen at 813-634-3347. THU. APR 23 - EXERCISE FOR THE ELDERLY 1:30 p.m. join members of St. Andrew Presbyterian Church in Sun City Center in Fellowship Hall to learn how physical activity improves systems functions, reduces chronic disease, makes us much less susceptible to the dangers of inactivity caused by natural deficits of aging, and improves quality of life. We are meant to move our bodies. Everything works better when we do. A basic outline of mechanics for elderly persons to begin an exercise program will be provided. This presentation will be given by Diane Melancon, a Certified Personal Trainer and Specialist in Fitness Nutrition and Exercise Therapy. Diane’s an engaging personality who truly appreciates life and believes it’s the quality of our lifestyle that gives us vitality. Diane’s insights may help you. FRI. APR 24 - FREE MEMORY SCREENINGS 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Sun City Center. Provided by Dr. Mary Stedman from Stedman Clinical Trials, Wendy Burkhard, LCSW from Wyndbeach Counseling, Dr. Andrew Keehan, Neurologist Associate Director Roskamp Institute Clinic and Darla Freeman-LeVay, M.A., CCC-SLP University of South Florida (USF) Clinical Instructor and SpeechLanguage Pathologist. How much of my memory have I really lost? Are you interested in Clinical Trials
designed to cure Alzheimer’s? Want to learn more about memory loss? Call 813-634-3347 to reserve your space today. SUN. APR 26 SINGLES SOCIAL DANCE CLUB 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. in the Florida Room, Atrium Bldg. Thor Stevens and his saxophone will provide live music for your dancing pleasure. Members $3, guests $5. BYOB and snacks. Cups, napkins, ice and water provided. Attire: dressy/casual. Info: Janet 633-3558.
MON. APR 27 - 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. Light Refreshments. Call Bev Hurley at 813-633-4340 or bhurley@brookdale. com.
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Squad Announces New Responders
The Emergency Squad is pleased to announce its newest Emergency Medical Responders from its February class. Our EMR’s are important members of our ambulance crews, providing documentation to our patient care efforts and assisting the EMT. 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.
L to R Back: Barry McKee, CPR trainer, Ray Skaine, Norm Noggin, Shel Yetman, Elaine Shaefer, Asst. Chief Education. Front: Bill Grussi, Laura Schwandner and Sally Ogle.
Slip! Slop! Slap!
By: Rosie Korfant, JSA Medical Group Activities Coordinator Our friends in Australia know how to make the most out of the sunshine— they SLIP on a shirt, SLOP on the sunscreen and SLAP on a hat! This way they avoid the powerful rays of the sun but still enjoy its warming beams. A quote by Henry Ward Beecher: “The sun does not shine for a few trees and flowers, but for the wide world’s joy,” says it all. One researcher really went far out with the positive effects of sunshine. He said that we don’t ever get the daily amount of Vitamin D necessary just by exposing our hands and face alone. He suggests the “Full Monty.” By that I’m guessing he means to get “nekked.” Though I like the IDEA, I’m also guessing it won’t really fly here in Sun City Center! So, that idea ousted, what CAN we do to really make use of the “real thing” and get our Vitamin D from true sunshine instead of supplements. Well, one thing to do is to get morning (before 10 a.m.) and late afternoon (after 4 p.m.) sun, which your skin will absorb. Eliminate all but about ten minutes of midday sun. Now that’s a bit tricky since our visiting friends and family all want us to trek down to the nearest beach for a “beach day.” So, we lug out the coolers, towels, music, food, drink, sunscreen, books, lounge chairs, and umbrellas and haul it all the way down to the water’s edge to spend an entire day baking in the sun. Remember, the caution is that TEN MINUTES of midday sun is the maximum amount suggested by celebrated researchers for our daily requirement of Vitamin D. Here’s where we get a little scientific: UVA has a long wavelength and is least damaging to skin. UVA is morning and late afternoon rays. UVB and UVC have shorter wavelengths, so we burn and risk wrinkles, blotching and yellowing of the skin. But we NEED sunshine, you complain. Yes, we do—in “moderation.” Doncha hate that word sometimes? Well, truth be told, in this case we DO need sunshine: to produce natural Vitamin D. Sunshine’s numerous benefits include: beneficial effects on skin disorders, such as psoriasis, acne, eczema and fungal infections. Sunshine also helps lower cholesterol, kills bad bacteria, builds the immune system, increases oxygen content in blood, and regulates growth and height of children. One thing I haven’t mentioned is folks who get SAD—no, I don’t mean just an emotional downturn but Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), which affects people with symptoms including: low energy or fatigue, no interest in routine things, moodiness, sleeping too much and low concentration levels. The sun’s rays emit serotonin levels on brighter days that help combat SAD. I’m guessing the northern states really grapple with that situation in the winter. SOURCES: WebMD Health News Baker Research Institute, Melbourne, Australia Vitamin D Council, www.vitamindcouncil.org Marcus Julian Felicetti www.eTravel.org Henry Ward Beecher www.sunshinevitamin.org How to Get Your Vitamin D in the Winter by: Sheryl Walters www.naturalnews.com Michael Holick, PhD, MD Wm. B. Grant, PhD, www.sunarc.org
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Kings Point Donates to the Emergency Squad
This year the annual Lip Sync Show fundraiser provided donations to the Emergency Squad and the Mary Martha House in Ruskin. Each organization received $1,250 from the Kings Point community. The money was raised through ticket sales from two performances of the 2015 Lip Sync Show that took place on February 20, 2015. The Lip Sync Show allows residents to shine on stage as they ‘lip sync’ to their favorite songs. Many of the performers create and design stage sets and pair their songs with unique costumes to enhance their performances. It is one of the most popular shows at Kings Point! Darlene Meadows serves as DJ for the Lip Sync Show and Larry Meadows is the Stage Director. They both spent countless hours recruiting talented performers, managing song selection and conducting rehearsals. Vesta Property Management helped facilitate the event by providing housekeeping services, technical and lighting support, box office services and marketing and promotion of the event.
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SCC Audubon Club April Meeting
The Sun City Center Audubon Club will meet on Saturday, April 4, 2015, in the Florida Room of the Atrium building. Refreshments will be served at 9:30 a.m. and the meeting will begin at 10. Michelle Keirsey, Park Ranger, will present a program titled “Secrets of Myakka River State Park.” She will educate you on everything you ever needed to know about this amazing and exciting Florida birding location. The April field trip to Myakka River State Park will be held on Tuesday, April 7. The park is comprised of shallow lakes, thousands of acres of wetlands and diverse habitats, which are home to nearly 100 common species. Participants will carpool and the cost is $6 per car. Call Denise at 813-634-4017 if you have questions about the field trip. Guests are welcome at all meetings. For more information, call Lynn at 813-938-1065.
April 2015
Sew ‘n Sews Attend Lakeland Expo
AAUW News
SCC/SS branch of the American Association of University Women will hold its monthly meeting on April 11 in the Florida Room at 11:15 a.m. The Lennard High School Robotics Club will showcase its engineering talents. Club sponsor and science teacher James Reve will speak to the group’s creation, while participating students will provide a lively and entertaining overview of several award winning projects. Contact Margie Castiglia, 633-8253, for lunch reservations. Guests and prospective members are welcome. AAUW is a national organization that promotes equity and education for women and girls.
Customized ’46 Ford Cruiser of the Month
Members of the Sew ‘n Sews attended the Sewing and Quilting Expo March 5 in Lakeland. Members were able to choose from more than 140 classes, taught by nationally known teachers. They learned timesaving, how-to sewing tips and got to try new sewing and longarm quilting machines. They met with fabric designers, strolled thru hundreds of quilts on display including some modern works by artists from across the country. The ladies found artistic inspiration in the latest sewing, quilting, serging-embroidery presentations, and of course, they “shopped till they dropped” at the numerous retailers and vendors at the Expo. The Sew ‘n Sews is a non-profit club open to all residents of the Sun City Community. For more information on becoming a member, call Linda at 813-390-2377 or email scc.sew.n.sews@gmail.com.
Kings Point Quilters Baby Quilt Charity Project
This 1946 Ford owned by Tim Dickson of Apollo Beach is the March cruiser of the month for the Roamin’ Oldies car club.
A dramatically customized and updated 1946 Ford owned by Tim Dickson of Apollo Beach is March Cruiser of the Month for the Sun City Center Roamin’ Oldies car club. Tim’s “resto-mod street rod” has been chopped, channeled, shortened and shaved. It sports a Buick grille, headlights and portholes, Cadillac taillights and DeSoto bumperettes. The result is an attractive testament to the Oregon craftsman who sold it to Tim just last month. The car is powered by a Ford 302 cubic-inch V8 engine and automatic transmission, and finished in a lilac hue with subtle ghost flames. The comfortable interior is fitted with seats from a Buick, and a digital keyless remote system operates the doors, windows and trunk lid. 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.
By Jane Scully The Kings Point Quilters recently delivered thirty six baby quilts and twelve dozen caps to Tampa General’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Each quilt measures 36 inches square and is made of one hundred percent cotton fabric and thread throughout. The quilts are sanitized using very high heat and anything other than cotton would not withstand this process. The babies isolette is covered with the quilt which helps protect the baby from intense light. When the baby is discharged the parents can keep their special quilt. Pictured with the quilts are some of the Kings Point Quilters who participated in this ongoing charity. Shirley Bennett chairs this group.
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Computer Club
April Monthly Meeting Wednesday - April 1, 2015 - 7:30 p.m. - Florida Room Another “With Matt Batt” Matt is well known for his extensive Computer knowledge and you won’t want to miss this evenings topics. He will share with us: Neat tips for finding things on your Computer, Cryptowall Virus, How to send group emails, and more. Introduction To Computers 9 - 11 a.m. Four weeks on April 2, 9, 16 & 23 Member $20 / Non-member $25 This class will cover hardware - internal/external devices. Software - creating, saving and transferring files; as well as operating systems. Some basic word processing. Using the internet (web browsers, search engines, and how to do a search. Storage devices—permanent/ temporary. Microsoft Publisher Basic April 6, 8 & 10, 9 a.m. – 12 noon $25 Members / $30 Non-members A basic three morning workshop using Microsoft Publisher to create flyers, business cards, newsletters, greeting cards, etc. Participants must have a firm knowledge of a Word processing program. If you are in doubt about your Word processing send me an email and I will send you a brief test to determine if you should take this class. ilonamerritt7201@gmail.com Introduction to Windows Explorer April 7, 9 – 12:00 noon $10 Members / $15 Non-Members Windows Explorer is the Windows built-in application that displays the contents of hard drives and folders. You use it to navigate all the folders and files on your computer. In this class you will learn to find, to save, to move, to copy, to delete and to rename files and folders on your hard drive or memory sticks. Learn more about storage, retrieval, file types and folders. You will learn how to use the Explorer search features. This class is a must for all Windows users. Basic Picture Management April 14, 9 a.m. – 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. How to Backup Your Data With “Synctoy” April 20, 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. This class will show you how to setup and use Synctoy. Tuning Your PC Workshop April 21 or April 30 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. Only six slots will be available, so register early. Payment must be included with your registration. Windows 8/8.1 Workshops April 22, 9 a.m. – 12 noon or April 28, 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. $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 we’ll cover antivirus, Microsoft accounts, search, and hot corners. Basic iPad/iPhone For Seniors April 24th, 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.
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Model Railroad Club Easter Open House
By Dan Donegan The Sun City Center Model Railroad Club will host its Easter Open House on Saturday Morning, April 4 from 9 until noon. See & hear 10 trains running under computer control. Youngsters can run trains, learn train safety and earn Junior Engineer Certificates. Conductor hats for all visiting kids! It’s free! For more information visit sccmrrc.org.
Kings Point Quilters Present Quilts to Local Veterans
By Jane Scully Recently several of the Kings Point Quilters had the honor of delivering twenty-seven quilts to veterans residing at The Inn Aston Gardens At The Courtyards. The recipients also included two lady veterans. It is always so rewarding to talk to the veterans and hear their stories. When one gentleman was asked if he enjoyed his time in the service his immediate reply was a resounding “ohhhh yes!” Another gentleman was a tail gunner aboard a B-26 Marauder airplane and had pictures in his room of his service buddies, his airplane and a most impressive display of his medals which included The Purple Heart, Air Medal, Distinguished Flying Cross among others. The Distinguished Flying Cross is awarded to those who distinguished themself by heroism or extraordinary achievement while participating in an aerial flight. The Kings Point Quilters will continue to make quilts for our veterans. This is such a worthwhile project and it is our pleasure to personally present them as a thank you for the sacrifice they have made to keep all of us safe. At the present time we are concentrating on visiting local nursing homes and assisted living facilities. We would like to thank The German American Club and the Kings Point Condominium Owners Association (COA) for their financial support so we can continue to purchase the necessary materials for this worthwhile project. Each quilt is unique in design and no two are alike.
L to R: Debbie Hollis, Delores Lines-Job, Mary Roberson Activity Leader at The Inn Aston Gardens and Donna Heath Chairman of the Veteran Quilt Project. Absent from picture is Jane Scully photographer. Thank you to Mary Roberson who took the time to locate all the veterans and make our visit a rewarding one.
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Kings Point Pottery Club
The KPPC is kicking off the New Year with a series of classes in handbuilding, wheel throwing, and sculpting for all experience levels. Instructor Ralph Belcher is currently giving a seven week course in advanced under glazing techniques. Students will learn the use of under glaze pencils, chalks and watercolors. Engobes, sgraffito, silkscreen printed pattern transfer and Cuerda Seca are just some of the interesting techniques that will be demonstrated. Mr. Belcher taught elementary art for 41 years and is extremely talented and experienced working in all mediums. Here are some examples of his unique work. The KPPC will be displaying some of their work on March 20th at the Grand Opening of the 2020 Building in Kings Point. Residents are encouraged to stop by, meet some of our members and sign up for classes. Dues and classes are very affordable and include the use of studio tools.
Sawdust Engineers
Don Wilbert (standing) is the new president of Saw Dust Engineer’s Club. He has been president in past years and has agreed to preside over the club again this year. There are 263 members working with the tools provided by the organization. Don oversees the many club officers that are needed to keep the organization running smoothly. Jerry Beavon (seated on left) is in charge of inventorying the wood room. Members can buy a wide variety of wood in order to build their projects. There is a lot of time spent keeping track of what is needed to keep the wood supply up to date. Jerry has been a member for many years and has served as financial secretary in the past. Kenneth McCloon (seated on right) is the voluntary financial secretary. This keeps him busy keeping track of the many expenditures needed to keep the paint room, wood room and tool room operating. The club now has 34 women in the organization. They do projects ranging from building trivets, and breadboards for the sales room to building footstools and easels for the nonprofit organizations. Many come on Wednesday nights to receive instruction in using different tools. Others come to attend a class in making anew project or spend some time making their own project. The club is now open on Wednesday nights from 6 to 9 p.m. for all members.
April 2015
Italian Club East Coast Pizza Night
The Italian Club will be closing the season with an East Coast Pizza Party featuring several kinds of pizzas, salad, beer and dessert on Tuesday, May 12. The event will take place in the Kings Point Borini Theater and the doors will open at 5:30 p.m. There will also be coffee and soda and BYOB. Gari will be the DJ entertainer. Members $13 and Guests $15. Tickets will be on sale in the KP North Club on Thursday, April 23 and Friday, April 24 from 9 a.m. till noon. Tables of eight please have your checks together. Per the front office, only tables of eight will be allowed. For information please contact President Tom Barba at 813-633-0264. Cut-off date is May 6.
Italian Club East Coast Sandwich Night
The Italian Club will hold its East Coast Sandwich Night on Tuesday, April 14 at the Kings Point Borini Theater. The doors will open at 5:30 p.m. 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. Please indicate your choice of sandwich on your check. Tables of 8, please keep your checks together. For ticket sales and information, please call Tom Barba at 633-0264. Cut-off date: April 8.
Sun City Center Registered Nurses Club
By Anise Tuma Thursday, April 2, 2015 the Sun City Registered Nurses Club will meet in the Atrium’s Caper Room. Social starts at 9:15 a.m. The business meeting starts at 9:45 a.m. Genevieve Griffin Faulk, MSW from Aging Care Advocates, Inc. will speak on “Advocacy for Seniors and Familiarizing Families with Resources.” Visitors are welcome. Club memberships are $10 and $15 for new members, which includes a magnetic badge. A reminder to bring items from Sister Sarah’s list for the Medical Van and Campbell’s coupons for the Shriner’s Educational program. Call Lynn Murphy 813-634-6707 or Anise Tuma 813-633-0499.
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Potter’s Wheel Club Awards
The Potters’ Wheel Club had their 2nd Annual Gallery Show and Sale in February. Judge, Lyn Van Voorst, owner of The Clay Center of St. Petersburg, commented that the quality of the beginners’ work was excellent; the glazes used in the studio were very good and that the studio was one of the cleanest that she had ever seen. Lyn selected Bill Robert’s “Pineapple Dream” as Best of Show. She said that the design, balance, and successful Raku glazing made it her choice. People’s Choice Award was given to Lynn Anderson and Bette Grunkemeyer for their “Floral Vase.” Awards for Beginner Hand Build were given to: 1st Place: Susan Hopfensperger, Platter 2nd Place and 3rd Place: June Fiorelli, Leaf Plate and Palm Plaque 4th Place, Susan Hopfensperger, Gravy Bowl Awards for Beyond Beginner Hand Build were given to: 1st Place: Milly Ballard, Kimono 2nd Place and 3rd Place: Vicky Worsham, Vase and Heron 4th Place: Milly Ballard, Decorated Fish Awards for Professional/Instructor Hand Build were given to: 1st Place: Karen Hanson, Jar with Lid 2nd Place: Helen Kashenider, Peacock Plate 3rd Place: Sue Bederka, Bowl 4th Place: Natalie Lanouette, Enchanted Pot Awards for Beginner Wheel pottery were given to: 1st Place: Jaye Carroll, Bowl 1 2nd Place: Linda Oddo, Bowl: Candy Apple & White 3rd Place: Jaye Carroll, Bowl 2 4th Place: Linda Morris, Large Bowl Awards for Beyond Beginner Wheel pottery were given to: 1st Place and 2nd Place: Charles Kennedy, Vase 1 and Bowl 3rd Place and 4th Place: Lynn Anderson, White Vase and Green/ Blue/Black Vase Awards for Professional/Instructor Wheel pottery were given to: 1st Place: Terrie McNamara, Large Bowl 2nd Place: Sue King, Black/Shino Bowl 3rd Place: Karen Hanson and Milly Ballard, Bowl with Lid 4th Place: Bill Roberts, Words In the Combination of Hand Building and Wheel Pottery, awards were given to: 1st Place: Lynn Anderson and Bette Grunkemeyer, Floral Vase 2nd Place: Georgina Brown, Cannon Ball 3rd Place: Joan Walters, Sea Life Rising 4th Place: Lynn Anderson and Carol Zeller, Wall Sconce Awards for Raku or Saggar Pottery were given to: 1st Place: Bill Roberts, Pineapple Dream 2nd Place: Karen Hanson, Vase 3rd Place: Linda Morris, Bowl 4th Place: Terrie McNamara, Angel
Several members of the Sew n’ Sews spent six weeks learning all the techniques on how to make a quilt. From beginning of choosing their fabrics, coordinating colors, arranging the blocks, sewing rows together, adding borders, sandwiching the batting and finally, binding the quilt. In the photo, members show off their “Almost Finished” quilts at one of the lessons taught by Jan Ring, and her assistants, Mary Lou Bogdan, Carol Selby and Sharon Kennedy. The Sew ‘n Sews is a non-profit club open to all residents of the Sun City Community. Besides teaching quilting, embroidery, serging and sewing, club members often take trips to purchase fabri and to visit other Guild Quilt Shows. The club has a long history of service projects throughout the community. They are located in the Arts and Crafts Building on Cherry Hills Drive. Membership is $10 a year. For more information on becoming a member, call Linda at 813-390-2377 or email scc.sew.n.sews@gmail.com. Licensed • Bonded • Insured • CFC1425759 PROMPT & PROFESSIONAL
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2015 Stained Glass Club Art Show Winners
United States Daughters of 1812 Garage Sale
On February 20 and 21, 2015 the Stained Glass Club of Sun City Members of the Sun City Center Bicentennial Chapter United States Center held their 5th Annual Glass Daughters of 1812 held a garage sale on February 6. Profits from the Art show in the Florida Room. Over sale will provide funds for JROTC awards and medals that will be forty members submitted 135 entries presented this spring at ceremonies at area high schools. in various categories. The show was a big success with more than 500 people attending. Along with individual 1st, 2nd and 3rd place ribbons, three major ribbons were awarded to members along with Photo credit: Charles Kennedy gift certificates to Glass Crafters of Major Prize winners of the Sarasota, FL and Delphi Corporation Stained Glass Art Show are from L to R: Karen Ransbury for Best of Lansing, MI. Best In Show was chosen by show In Show, Louie Salmoiraghi for Choice Award and judge Eloyne Erickson of Grand Member’s Gretchen Meixner for People’s Central Stained Glass and Graphics. Choice Award. The ribbon and gift certificate were awarded to Karen Ransbury for her red, black and white pinwheel. Gretchen Meixner’s large Crane panel garnered the most votes from the 485 cast by the public and was awarded the People’s Choice ribbon.The Member’s Choice Award was voted on by Photo taken by Jan Bassett Stained Glass club members and the winner was Louis Salmoiraghi’s Nancy Windsor, Mary McIntyre, Pat Peltz, Bunny Blackstone and Beth panel with balcony and flowers. Clarke.
DAR Presents Check to Athena House
By Jo Prater Col. George Mercer Brooke Chapter of DAR held their annual Invitational Luncheon at the Plaza Club in February. The speaker was Bobbie Schofield, our State nominee for Treasurer, who gave a very informative presentation on George Washington and the Battles of Trenton and Princeton. Morgan McKeown, from Athena House, a home for homeless female veterans, was presented with a check for $1,800, which were the proceeds of our January Fashion show.
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 is a registration form on the front porch at 610 La Jolla Avenue (self serve and open 24/7) or phone Elaine at 634-3479 for more information.
Mystery Theater: Love Boat—Who Dunit, Who Dunit???
Come to the current Mystery Theater taking place at Freedom Plaza. There are seven potential killers to choose from. The Love Boat production is being presented by the Freedom Plaza Players in the renovated Plaza Club on Thursday, April 30. The performance is taking place on a reunion cruise. Some of the returning passengers are renewing their marital vows, while “Monte” is accompanied by his new much younger wife. Shortly after sailing Monte is murdered! Is it the young wife, the Captain, the Exterminator or his nosey wife or the Psychiatrist or his socialite wife or even the Bartender? Can you recognize the clues secreted in the script? The audience “Detectives” will be generously rewarded for solving the mystery. Doors open for cocktails at 5:00 p.m., performance begins at 5:30 p.m. A three-course dinner will be served mid-show. Reservations and tickets ($25) will be available after April 10 from the Freedom Plaza Residents Program office, 813-642-1215 or 642-1244. The last three mystery theater performance seats, (88), were quickly sold out. This production was written and directed by Judy Michael a long time resident of the Sun City Center area.
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Charlotte J. Knaub: A Memoir
Delivering Health Care in Cambodian Refugee Camps, 1979-80 Charlotte J. Knaub was born, raised and educated in Montana. She worked as a public health nursing consultant in Montana, which led her to a twenty-five year career in fifty-seven countries in international health with the International Refugee Committee, the World Council of Churches and the World Health Organization. The years of United States involvement in Southeast Asia, the Viet Nam years, ended for most Americans in 1975. For the Cambodian people, whose history seems an endless succession of wars, occupations and sufferings, 1975 marked the beginning of an era of terror unknown in previous times. Khmer Rouge soldiers overthrew the corrupt regime of Lon Noi. Literally overnight, whole populations of Cambodian cities were ordered to move to the countryside, under the ruse thatAmerica was going to bomb them. The Khmer Rouge tortured and starved the people. Death from disease, malnutrition and execution were rampant in what became known as the killing fields. When the horrors of Pol Pot and his regime were followed by the Vietnamese invasion, thousands of surviving Khmers, rather than live under the rule of their traditional enemies, fled and crossed Thailand’s borders. In 1979 Charlotte J. Knaub was a public health nursing consultant with the Montana State Department of Health when she was offered a three-month contract to work in Thailand’s refugee camps. As she became aware that the relief operations reflected the unique opportunity for people around the world to join together in relieving the suffering and meeting the desperate needs of the Cambodian refugees, she determined to remain a part of it. Her three-month assignment was extended to thirteen months. This is a memoir of those life-changing events. You may contact the Author at: charlotteknaub8@gmail.com
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April 2015
April 2015 Artist Of The Month: Jean Paul
By Mel Solochek Sun City Center Art Club is delighted to announce that Jean Paul is the artist of the month for April 2015. Ms. Paul will be displaying her paintings at Wells Fargo Advisors, the Sun City Center Library, Sun City Center Information center, LaBeautique Style Salon, the American Momentum Bank and the window of the Sun City Center Art Club. Ms. Paul has been painting in oils since 2008, having studied wildlife painting with Kevin Storms in Middleton, New York, which she continues to enjoy. Upon moving to Kings Point in 2009, she attended classes with the late William Greet. Ms. Paul then took “egg emulsion” classes from Virginia Laudano. That class introduced her to the joy of painting flowers. Now Jean is taking cases from Joe Kanoza at the Sun City Center Art Club. Ms. Paul does her utmost to draw the observer’s eye into her paintings in order to feel what she is expressing. Her animal paintings give you the feeling that you can touch their fur. Careful with the lion! You can view Jean’s painting at all the sight stated above for the entire month of April.
Pictured here - wearing their first “project” (pretty multi-colored scarves), and displaying their “diplomas” are Sandy Danielson, Donna Manship, Deb Shimondle along with their instructor, Charlene Roberts. Missing from the photo are Shannon Piper and Stuart Swayzer.
New Weavers Receive Their Diplomas
L to R: Joan Leombruno, Linda Hawken, Linda Schuler, Darlene Walters, Jan Chard and Vicky Bittner.
Congratulations to new members of the Weavers Club who have completed their introductory class to the Art of Weaving. Beginners learn to weave on small, hand operated looms used for classroom work. Once they’ve “graduated” they will be able to use the larger, more sophisticated looms in the weaving studio. The Weavers Club welcomes visitors. Stop by for a visit to see the many handcrafted items on display.
Men’s Club Grant to Samaritans Alzheimer’s Auxiliary
Piney Point Welcomes Hula Honeys
On Feb 24th, the Ladies’ Club of Piney Point in Palmetto was treated to the Hawaiian dancing talents of the Sun City Center/ Kings Point Hula Honeys. Traditional and contemporary hula dances were performed by five of the troupe, lead by Darlene Walters. Their previous instructor, Jan Chard is a member of the Piney Point community and joined the Hula Honeys for one of their numbers. She also helped the dancers show the twenty or so audience members who joined the troupe on stage how to dance the “Hukilau,” a very simple number that is always popular. For information about the Hula Honeys or to book them as the entertainment for your next event call Darlene at 633.6839.
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Dolores Berens, President of Samaritans Alzheimer’s Auxiliary, accepts a grant check for $2,000 from Ron Pelton, President of the Sun City Center Men’s Club. Looking on is Mike Albanese, Vice President of Operations for the Men’s Club. The Auxiliary provides Alzheimer’s patients a few days of help while the caregiver takes time for themselves. Completely funded by donations the program has provided such care to over 340 Sun City Center Alzheimer’s patients. Membership in the Men’s Club is open to residents of Sun City Center and Kings Point. For more info call Jon Lehr, VP of Membership, at 813-260-3058. At Yo u e e S
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Pictured are Ron Pelton, president of the Men’s Club, Bill Moline, and Don Murphy, Men’s Club VP for programs. L to R standing: Linda Schuler, Sylvia Eddens, Malia Bosch, Darlene Walters, Dottie McKenzie, Martha Walker, Joan Leombruno; kneeling: Vicki Bittner, Karen Meretsky, Linda Hawken.
Hula Honeys at the Queen’s Luncheon
A capacity audience was treated to an hour-long show by the SCC/Kings Point Hula Honeys at the Kings Point March “Queen’s Luncheon.” Their performance this year was a tribute to two of the most popular singers of Hawaiian music - Don Ho and Elvis Presley with one half of the program showcasing each of these artists in turn. Adding his irrepressible humor to the event was Master of Ceremonies John Cortese and Troy Coman entertained with his beautiful vocal contributions. The “Paradise Cafe” was the setting for this year’s show with Ron Leombruno acting as musical technician and Frank Carman playing the part of the waiter - both husbands of Hula Honeys. Solo dances were performed by the Hula Honeys’ leader Darlene Walters, by Linda Hawken and Malia Bosch. With costume changes for each dance, the Queen’s Luncheon audience were also entertained with this colorful array of clothing, leis and headpieces. Making their first public appearance and providing a musical interlude between halves of the show were the Sun City Center Ukulele Group lead jointly by Wayne Conklin and Bonnie Mullen. With ten musicians, two of whom also sang, they contributed three pieces that gained the audience’s appreciation and demonstrated their mastery of this iconic island instrument. The Hula Honeys are available to entertain at events; please call Darlene Walters at 633.6839.
Men’s Club Learns About Gasparilla
At the February meeting of the Sun City Center Men’s Club, Bill Moline, a tour leader at the Tampa Bay History Center, shared with members and guests the lore and legend of Jose Gaspar and the colorful history of the Gasparilla Festival in Tampa. The Men’s Club is open to residents of Sun City Center and Kings Point. For information call Jon Lehr at 813-260-3058.
Ceramics Club
SCC Ceramics Club Installation Of New Board. Front left Sec. Jackie Middlebrook, Pres. Rita Mealy, Back left Vice Pres. Denise Foreman, 2nd Vice Pres. Sharon Gilson, Treasurer Pamela McCorkle.
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KPAL’s Artist of the Month is Marion Giblin Born in Connecticut and having lived in several states in the northeast, Marion was always appreciative of art and beauty in nature, absorbing all she could about drawing and painting, and dabbling in painting and crafts. While raising three children, Marion attended Mansfield University in Pennsylvania where she earned Bachelor and Master degrees in elementary and special education. While teaching in Elmira, New York, Marion continued studies in educational leadership at the State University of New York, Brockport; then worked as a school administrator. After retiring in 2002, Marion and her husband moved to Sun City Center, where Marion returned to education for several years in Hillsborough County. In 2010, Marion was thrilled to concentrate on art education by taking oil painting classes with Linda Scola and Virginia Laudano and watercolor classes with Tom Haverfield. Marion has been awarded ribbons for her paintings at the annual art shows of the Art Club in SCC and Kings Point Art League. She is continuing oil painting with artist Joe Kanoza at the Art Club in SCC, concentrating on landscapes and portraits and watercolor painting with Kings Point artist Diane Simon. Marion’s beautiful paintings will be on display in the Art Room window in the North Clubhouse from April 4th until May 2nd for all to admire!
SCC Photo Club Announces March Competition Winners Winners have been announced in the March competition of the Sun City Center Photo Club. Awards were given by professional judge John Livernois. In the Color Print category, at the Masters level, Robert Winch received a gold for Dancing Shoes and Stan Lipski also received a gold for Closed For Business. At the Advanced level, Andy Ledoux received a gold for Sunset Romance. At the Unassigned level, Ted Giencke received a gold for All Eyes Are On You. In the Monochrome Print category at the Masters level, Jackie Hanson was awarded a gold for, From “Lord of the Rings,” Gandalf The Gray, and Bobbie Ray received a silver for Past Its Time. In the Color Digital category, at the Masters level, Kathy Vitale received a gold for Sally Lightfoot. Rolf Sulzberger received a silver for Blue Morpho Emerging Pupa. Gayle Fischer also received silvers for Russian Roulette and The Last Grape. At the Advanced level, Pat Jones received a gold for Horsing Around and Rose Stack received a silver for Mexican Phone. At Level 2, receiving gold awards were Allen Maser for Florida Polytech Institute and Ron Shackelford for Stained Dome. At Level 1, Erica Collins received a gold for Green Eyes. Madlyn Blom received a silver for Key Largo Serenity. In the Unassigned class, Carol Feldhauser received a perfect score for Long Bill Curlew. Wally Erickson won a silver for Simply European. In the Monochrome Digital category, At Level 2, a gold was awarded to Ron Shackelford for About To Strike and a silver award to Roger Kele for Ice On
St. Patrick’s Sunday Funday
On March 15th The SCC Duplicate Bridge Association held their monthly Sunday FunDay with a St. Patrick’s Day theme game of two sections. 54 bridge players were in attendance to enjoy appetizers, many of them green, during the social hour preceding the game which was organized and run by teachers/ directors Sue Batt and Kathy Smith. Following the two section game more fun was enjoyed with a Happy Hour during which green beer was supplied by the club and enjoyed by all. Pictured are EasyBridge! 2 player, Jeff Clark, and teacher/director Kathy Smith congratulating Jeff who won the prize for most original and fun dress. For information on Easybridge! 1, 2 and 3 and all other duplicate bridge games held in the Horizon and Caper Rooms please check the website. www.sunccbridge.com.
Club Director Faye McKeown receives thanks from Club President Richard Young for her design and implementation of the club’s new website.
Seeking SCC New Englanders
About To Strike by Ron Shackelford.
Sally LightFoot by Kathy Vitale.
Horsing Around by Pat Jones.
The Pond. In the Unassigned category Carol Feldhauser took the gold for Surf Fishing and Marnie Malone a silver for Bird On Roof B&W. In the Creative Print category, Jackie Hanson was awarded a gold for Electric. In the Creative Digital category, Cheryl Levin
Green Eyes by Erica Collins.
won a gold for Scrap Auto Parts and Rose Stack a silver for Mr. Blue Eyes. 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.
Have you ever lived in one of the six New England states, been born, gone to school or worked there? That’s the criteria for being a member of our Club. Those of you who have never received an e-mail regarding our events and are a SCC CA member, we invite a response to this notice so we can add you to our growing membership list. In February, the very popular annual Ham and Bean Dinner served family-style, was hosted. Our Spring Social is currently scheduled for April 9 and features a Yankee Pot Roast Dinner and some entertainment. Events often reflect New England traditions and members enjoy sharing stories and experiences with one another. We mix and mingle and would love to have you as a participant. Advertising for functions is generally through e-mail. Our new website is up and running so check it out at https://sites.google.com/site/ thenewenglandclub. Please contact Dick Young 642-8251 or Mae-Ellen Dowdy 634-2679 for information.
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South Bay Genealogical Society Celebrates 25 Years
Past Presidents (PP) and Honorary Members (HM) of the South Bay Genealogical Society. Left to right: Judy Jouglet (PP), Dick Fricke (HM), Mary McIntyre (PP), Bill Patterson (PP), Russ Kenyon (PP), Maurice Musholt is the current president (shown holding the sign), Don Churchill (PP), Pat Fricke (HM), Jim Cox (PP), Sharon Tate Moody (HM), George G. Morgan (HM); Jack Fischer (HM) missing.
By John Bowker This is the 25th Anniversary of the South Bay Genealogical Society, one of the largest such groups in Florida. The Society celebrated this milestone on March 17 with a luncheon at Little Harbor in Ruskin. The Society President is Maurice Musholt. Over half of our 165 members are residents of Sun City Center and Kings Point; the rest live south of the Alafia River.
News of Freedom Plaza
By Peggy Burgess The advent of April at Freedom Plaza signals yet another production of Freedom Frolics. This annual stage show, now in its 23rd year, is mounted, enjoyed and applauded, then recedes into past. Yet April’s “frolicking” continues: it simply assumes different forms. One of these guises for April frolicking will be a dance event sponsored by the Sun City Center Rotary Club and hosted by Freedom Plaza. Slated for April 19th and called “Dancing With the Locals” it is a down-home version of television’s popular “Dancing With the Stars.” It originated when the Sun City Center Women of Rotary group learned of a similar happening in Plant City and decided to duplicate it as a fundraiser for Rotary Club Foundation’s scholarship program. Dancers will pay $30 per couple to compete in various dance categories before a panel judges, and for the pleasure of spectators. There will be prizes, professional dance demonstrations, general dancing and “spots” of live stage entertainment, as well as refreshments and a cash bar. For more information call (813) 6430496. A perennial source of entertainment for Freedom Plaza residents is the Florida Orchestra Coffee Concert Series. This cycle of monthly performances, eight total, begins each October and ends in May. Ten years ago a resident excursion to one of these concerts proved so pleasurable that others were quickly planned. Whether it was the music or the gratis coffee and Krispy-Kremes was debatable. The conclusion? Both! The following year the complete series was offered and immediately sold out, with an additional bus added to accommodate the overflow. The next year yet another bus had to be added. Now, Freedom
Plaza regularly takes all three of its passenger busses, filled, to the complete series of concerts, the largest group attending. For that reason, representatives of the Florida Orchestra make a special trip to Freedom Plaza, usually in April, to present a preview and conduct signups for the coming season. As residents purchase their series tickets, they are automatically listed for bus seating. A signup event for the 2015-2016 season—complete with coffee and doughnuts, of course—is scheduled this year for April 27th. Supplementing special events, and providing residents additional occasions to “frolic,” are the myriad in-house social affairs and excursions on the April calendar. Among these are: Volunteer Appreciation Day with its Spring Fling social to honor the numerous residentvolunteers of Freedom Plaza; a Director’s Sip & Social cocktail party; a baseball excursion to see the Rays vs. Blue Jays game; dining-around-town opportunities and shopping trips. April “frolicking” at Freedom Plaza ends as it began, with theatrical entertainment supplied by the residents, themselves. On April 30th, the Plaza Players will present their encore performance of the dinner theater mystery, Love Boat written by resident Judy Michael. Though differing in several respects from Freedom Frolics, the presentations of Plaza Players—the same as Frolics— always feature residents as “stars” and are comedic in style. Love Boat fills that bill on both counts and offers, as well, a delicious dinner prepared by our Freedom Plaza Chef. To be staged at the Plaza Club, this event is open to the public. For more information and reservations call (813) 642-1215 during business hours.
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The Care of My Dentition
Like a queue of cars inching towards the same destination, I wait patiently. Like the sudden, short toot of a horn from behind... the sound of my name breaks my concentration, I lurch forward. The pace quickens, maneuvering stilted hallways, immemorable right and left turns, I finally arrive. A chaise with a view awaits, personal effects within arms reach, I settle in. The chair’s slow incline relaxes; crossed ankles and arms comfort, I’m ready. Like the radiance of our brightest star, a penetrating, blinding light forces me to close my eyes, I think. Like the sound of thousands of tiny motor boats zipping along a distant, unseen horizon, a unmistakable high-pitched whir breaks the silence, I listen. Stealth flashes of pain feel like wind-propelled grains of sand on the offensive, I flinch. Mists of water dance about like cool, refreshing sea sprays, I’m refreshed. And then the evidence of the day’s events is gently wiped away like a soft, vibrant beach towel used to eliminate the proof of sand and sea, I’m soothed. Like the sun quietly announces its setting, a single click states the inevitable, I’m done. The pace now slower, immemorable left and right turns, maneuvering stilted hallways, I leave. And when thoughts of everyday joys overwhelm me and refuse to be
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St. John Spaghetti Dinner
St. John the Divine Episcopal Church at 1015 Del Webb E. in Sun City Center is having a Spaghetti Dinner on April 10 at 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. You may get tickets from stjohndivine.com and from the church office (phone number) 813-633-3970. Tickets are $10.00 advance sale or $12.00 at the door. The community is welcome!
Beth Israel Congregation Community Memorial Service
On Sunday, April 19, at 7 p.m. a community wide Yom Hashoa service to remember the victims of the Holocaust will take place at St. John the Divine Episcopal Church, 1015 Del Webb Blvd. East. The service will include prayers, memorial candle lighting, and readings. Songs representing the faith at the time of the Holocaust will be sung by a community choir, led by Chuck Wirick. As a community we will come together to remember what happened to the victims of Hitler, and to remember the heroes who did not live to tell their stories. The community is encouraged to attend.
Food or Medicine? Must You Choose?
One morning, in Sav-a-Lot, a woman stood in line to purchase a single banana. A single ripe banana. Smiling, and with head held high, she paid the cashier 18 cents. As she walked away, she started peeling and then eating her banana, even before she left the store. Hunger happens even here in Sun City Center. If you find yourself short of groceries because you have to purchase medicine—or for any other reason—please remember that Our Lady’s Pantry can provide at least some relief for your hunger. We try to share some cereal, fruits and vegetables (including some beans and tomatoes) soup, pasta and sauce, rice, meat and bread—and more whenever we can. If you are in need, the friendly volunteers at the Pantry urge you to stop by on Saturday morning between 7:30 – 11:30 a.m. for your own box of groceries. That’s why we are here. “Please don’t hesitate to come,” says Anita Bullaro, co-director of the Pantry with her husband Tom. “Everyone is treated with respect, without regard to race or religion. “We look forward to meeting you one day.” Our Lady’s Pantry is located in back of the classroom building on the far right hand corner of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Migrant Mission, 16650 U.S. Highway 301, Wimauma, Fl. 33598.
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Seder at Beth Israel
Come and join us on Friday, April 3, at 5:30 p.m., when Beth Israel Congregation holds its annual Seder in the Henry Gibson Social Hall at 1115 Del Webb Blvd. in Sun City Center. Rabbi Carla Freedman will lead the Seder so it promises to be fun and informative! The cost per person will be $32 for members or $40 for guests. Please include the names of your guests along with your reservation. Checks should be sent to: Sandy Zians, 2109 Sifield Greens Way, Sun City Center, Fl. 33573. A delicious menu (catered by Orange Blossom) will be served, including a Seder plate at each table. You may choose either a Salmon, vegetarian or a chicken dinner. Please include the names of your guests along with your reservation.
The Truth about Medicaid for Long-Term Care
Can I count on Medicaid to pay for my long-term health care one of these days? Can I protect my assets by purchasing an annuity? How can I protect my house from a Medicaid lien when I die? The IRS allows gifting, so can’t I start giving my assets to my kids to help me qualify? For answers to these and other Medicaid questions, you should plan on attending the free seminar on April 9 at 1:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church in Sun City Center. Attorney Amanda Wolf will discuss the topic of “The Truth about Medicaid for Long-Term Care.” Ms. Wolf devotes her practice exclusively to estate planning, elder law and related issues. Her practice includes wills, trusts, probate, and incapacity planning. She is one of less than 100 Board Certified Elder Law Attorneys in the state of Florida. St. Andrew is located at 1239 Del Webb Blvd. West and can be reached at 634-1252.
Beth Israel Announces “Meet and Greet”
In November, a new group called “Meet and Greet” was formed in Sun City Center. Its purpose was to create an arena where the various houses of worship could get together, meet and get to know each other. The first Meet and Greet was held at the United Community Church and was very successful. On March 18th, Congregation Beth Israel will welcome congregants from Sun City Center houses of worship at the Synagogue in the Henry Gibson social hall. The event will take place at 10 a.m. Rabbi Carla Freedman will be the guest speaker so it promises to be an enjoyable and informative gettogether. Please join us.
Presbyterian Women Announce Lifetime Membership Award
At the March 8 traditional service at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, Nancy Metcalf was honored with the 2015 Presbyterian Women’s Lifetime Membership Award. The attributes a woman must possess to earn this award include being a woman of today, as described in Proverbs 31; nurturing those around her, meeting their needs, and increasing their faith. She should support the mission of the church by being a loyal member of committees and by reaching out to the community and beyond to care for others. She should witness the power of God’s Kingdom with a positive attitude, while participating fully in the life of the church. St. Andrew is located at 1239 Del Webb Blvd. W., Sun City Center, and can be contacted at 634-1252.
Nearly New Shop Department of the Month
Don Quast, left, Jim O’Keefe, and Jim Weis make up the volunteer team in the electrical department in the Nearly New Shop. The electrical department was selected as department of the month for March. The team was presented certificates of appreciation by Dee Kelly, lead volunteer at the Nearly New Shop and secretary of the Sun City Center Interfaith Council. The Interfaith Council uses monies raised by the sale of donated goods at the Nearly New Shop to fund grants and scholarships in the South Hillsborough County area. For more info call 813-642-9099.
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Redeemer Women Make Donation
Several women from the Needlers Circle of Redeemer Lutheran Church recently attended an Open House at the Youth Villa of Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranch, a facility for troubled girls located in Bartow. Eight quilts made by the Needlers and $1,000 were donated to the Villa. The picture shows Dorothy Peterson presenting the check to Erika Key, the Program Director of the Villa.
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Concert at Trinity Baptist
Lorne Matthews, accompanied by his wife of 52 years, JimmieRuth, will present a piano and vocal ministry concert of various styles of music including gospel, classical, hymns, southern gospel, easy listening, oldies, etc. on Saturday, April 18th, at 3:00 p.m. at Trinity Baptist church, located at 702 W. Del Webb Blvd, SCC. Lorne, born and raised in Toronto, Canada, studied at the Toronto Conservatory of Music and was privileged to play “The Battle Hymn” in Washington D.C. for President Regan’s First Congressional Prayer Breakfast. He has appeared in many Gaither Homecoming videos seen on television. He has been a pianist with several groups including The Cathedrals, The McDuff Brothers, The Landmark Quartet and The Brothers. Lorne was inducted into the “Piano Honor Hall of Fame” and declared “A Living Legend” for his contribution to gospel music for over 50 years. Lorne and Jimmie-Ruth join their voices as they share anointed, heartwarming music plus a very moving testimony of God’s redeeming love, the power of forgiveness and the joy and happiness they have experienced in the restoration process. For information on the church, please call 813.634.4228 or visit the website at www.trinitybaptistscc.com.
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Beth Israel Sisterhood Announces Women’s Passover Seder
Please join us on Tuesday, April 7th, for the annual Women’s Seder to be held in the Henry Gibson Social Hall at Temple Beth Israel on Del Webb Blvd. Sun City Center. Come and enjoy a wonderful afternoon of music, fun and food. This will be a Passover celebration geared especially for women. We will begin at 12 noon and will be joined by our neighbors from St. John the Divine. Guests are welcome to attend. The cost to attend is $5 for members and guests. Payment must be sent with your reservation to: Rochelle Lafer, 2247 Oakley Green Dr. Sun City Center, FL 33573. 813-938-3824. Make checks payable to Beth Israel Sisterhood.
Exercise For The Elderly
By Rosie Clifton We are meant to move our bodies. Everything works better when we do. Join us at 1:30 p.m. on April 23 at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church in Sun City Center to learn how physical activity improves systems functions, reduces chronic disease, makes us much less susceptible to the dangers of inactivity caused by natural deficits of aging and improves quality of life. A basic outline of mechanics for elderly persons to begin an exercise program will also be provided. This free presentation will be given by Diane Melancon, a Certified Personal Trainer and Specialist in Fitness Nutrition and Exercise Therapy. Diane assists clients to reach their fitness and nutrition goals. She is a conditioning coach for a local sports team and has been a fitness advisor for local high school athletic programs. She also leads group fitness classes for ages 14-94. Diane’s an engaging personality who truly appreciates life and believes it’s the quality of our lifestyle that gives us vitality. Diane’s insights may help you. St. Andrew is located at 1239 Del Webb Blvd. West and can be reached by telephone at 634-1252.
Beth Israel Congregation Shabbat Service and Concert
February 27-March 1, the congregants of Beth Israel in Sun City Center had the pleasure of enjoying musical Shabbat services on Friday evening and Saturday morning and a beautiful and inspiring concert on Sunday afternoon. The group is known as “The Band.” It consists of Kathy Storfer, singer, Paul Storfer, guitar, and David Kane, drums. This group provided level of spirit and spirituality that was uplifting, entertaining and mesmerizing! Thanks to Rabbi Carla Freedman for bringing this group to Beth Israel!
Redeemer Lutheran Women to Meet Pictured are Speaker Lawrence Linder, left, and Trinity Baptist members of the Interfaith Council, Jim Clor, Kathy Clor, Gerry Harding, Rev. Ron Churchhill, Pastor of Trinity Baptist, Nancy Majorki, Vern Elarth, and Katie Boykin.
Trinity Baptist Church in Sun City Center hosted a recent meeting of the Sun City Center Interfaith Council. Lawrence Linder, PhD, EMS Programs Manager for Hillsborough Community College, was guest speaker and related how grant money given by the Interfaith Council provided for the purchase of equipment for the program and enhanced the learning of the EMS students. The Interfaith Council uses funds raised by the sale of donated goods at the Nearly New Shop in the Sun City Center Plaza to provide scholarships and grants in South Hillsborough County. For more information go to www. SunCityCenterInterfaithCouncil.com or call 813-642-9099
The Women of St. John Enjoy Annual Quiet Day
The women’s organization of Redeemer Lutheran Church (Women of the ELCA) will meet on Wednesday, April 15 beginning with refreshments at 9:30 a.m. The 10 a.m. program will be presented by Kimberly Home, a pregnancy resource center that offers assistance to women and families in unplanned or troubling pregnancies. Everyone is invited to attend the presentation. A salad luncheon will follow the meeting. For more information, call 813-634-1292.
Saint Anne Food Pantry Receives Generous Grant
The Community Foundation of Tampa Bay recently awarded a $32,613 grant to the Saint Anne Food Pantry. This amount represents what was needed for the Parish to complete construction of the building debt free. In April 2014, in the earliest stages of construction, the Foundation awarded the Parish $20,000 towards the project. The Saint Anne Food Pantry was totally constructed with funds received from parishioner outreach donations, local community individual gifts, memorial donations, and awards from other area foundations, for a total cost of $175,859. For more information about Saint Anne Catholic Church, visit the Parish website www.saintanneruskin.org.
Interfaith Council Grant Helps Resident
“Women Who Danced By The Sea” (book) was the theme of the Women’s Quiet Day on Sat., Feb. 28, 2015, led by The Reverend Mary Anne Dorner, prior Assistant Priest at St. John the Divine. The day included a morning Holy Eucharist, presentations that gave “a fresh new look” at several women from the Bible from both the Old and New Testaments, lunch and time for personal prayer and reflection.
By Jay Sparkman. Shirley Tracy of Sun City Center, and her guide dog, Jack, pose with Dawn Hennen, left, and Roz Cruthis, both members of the Sun City Center Interfaith Council’s grant committee. An Interfaith Council grant sponsored Shirley’s training with her guide dog. The Interfaith Council uses monies raised by the sale of donated goods at the Nearly New Shop in the SCC Plaza to fund grants and scholarships in the South Hillsborough County area. For more information go to www. suncitycenterinterfaithcouncil. com or call 813-642-9099.
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Kentucky Derby Party
Saturday May 2, Borini Theater from 4:30 to 9 p.m. Prizes for the most outstanding hats. View the race on the movie screen. Enjoy the “fabulous buffet” and BYOB. Members $12, guests $14. Ticket Sales every Tuesday – 9 a.m. to noon – Kings Point North Club lobby. No reserved tables. Call 813.634.8506.
Challenges Facing Wimauma Community
“Challenges Facing The Wimauma Community” will be the topic of discussion at the SS/SCCC Campaign Against Human Trafficking meeting on April 17 at l p.m. Dilapidated housing, high rents, labor trafficking by growers in the field, sex trafficking, keeping children safe going to and from school, healthcare and crime data, are some of the concerns. With the expansion of new stores coming into the area and increasing home development these challenges need to be addressed. The public is invited to attend the meeting at the United Methodist Church on Del Webb Blvd. West.
Irish Connection Movie Night
Monday April 13, 6:30 p.m. at Rollins Theater. Feature: Into The West, an all time Irish Classic starring: Gabriel Byrne, Ellen Barkin and Paul Kelly. The leader of a Tinker family discovers a mystical white horse that he brings to his two precocious grandchildren. The horse is stolen and thus begins an adventurous quest across Ireland and discovery of the legend of the ‘Tir na nOg’ (The Land of Eternal Youth). No subtitles. All in SCC welcome. Bring everyone you know!
Neuropathy Group Hears Dr. Gary Kotila
Kurt Nolden, left, Sun City Center Men’s member and facilitator of the Peripheral Neuropathy Group, welcomes Dr. Gary Kotila, the group’s guest speaker at the March meeting. Dr. Kotila is a practicing chiropractor in Brandon and has been treating peripheral neuropathy patients for some time and getting good results. The group meets on the second Thursday of the month in the Caper Room. The next meeting will be on April 9th at 1 p.m. For more information call Kurt Nolden at 813-633-8929. The neuropathy group is one of several health related groups promoted by the Sun City Center Men’s Club. For more information about membership in the Men’s Club call John Lehr at 813-260-3058.
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Men’s Chorus Prepare For Spring Concerts & Baseball
The Men’s Chorus performed for over 500 Security Patrol members in January, plus completed a four show schedule for the WWII show written by Ed Brown and performed at St. John The Divine Episcopal church in February. The annual concert at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church will be held on Sunday April 12 at 3 p.m. The public is invited; a free will offering will be taken. The Chorus will wrap up the season with a “bang,” when they sing at Tropicana Field for the Rays-Red Sox game. This 2014-15 year will prove to be one that the members of the Sun City Men’s Chorus will remember for a long time. They recently received an invitation from the Tampa Bay Rays baseball organization to sing the National Anthem when the Rays play the Boston Red Sox. The game will be played at Tropicana Field on April 23. It is a night game beginning at 7 p.m. We believe this is the first time for any organization from Sun City Center to be invited to sing the national anthem at a major sporting event. The Chorus is planning to sell tickets for the game as well as provide bus transportation to and from the game. If you are a singer and would like to join the chorus, they rehearse every Wednesday at 2 p.m. at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church located on Del Webb Blvd. West. For future bookings please call Bob Garrod, President, at 813634-411.
Minibus News
Enjoying lunch at Mary Margaret’s Tea & Biscuit on a recent trip to Arcadia! There is still room available on some upcoming Sun City Residents, Inc. Travel Club (Minibus) trips! For you shoppers (you know who you are!!) we will be going to The Shops at Wiregrass on Saturday, April 4 - Along with shopping at major stores, you will be able to shop the famous Fresh Market at Wiregrass for an abundance of local produce, plants, and much more. Easter, Sunday April 5 we have a trip to the Tradewinds at St. Pete Beach to enjoy a scrumptious holiday buffet. Tuesday, April 7 there is a trip to Beardise Ranch in Myakka City where you will be observing bears in a natural habitat facility they call home where they swim, climb trees etc. Join us for these wonderful excursions where you can sit back and enjoy the ride without all those traffic worries! The office is located in Community Hall on South Pebble Beach - Hours are 10 a.m. to noon Monday, Wednesday and Friday and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday. The Club is open to all residents of SCC and Kings Point. Come In, Sign Up and Climb Aboard!
Monday. April 13 - Science, Engineering and Technology Club Meeting 7:30 p.m. in the Caper Room, Atrium Building, 954 North Course Lane. There is no cost for guests; anyone interested in science and technology is invited. Alzheimer’s Disease is an important, but scary, topic in any retirement community. Eric Pfeiffer, M.D., founder of a local Alzheimer center, will address strategies for successful aging as well as care giving for those afflicted with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. This will be an interactive session, with questions throughout the evening encouraged. He will have copies of his 2013 and 2015 books on these topics available at the meeting.
Male Call For Prostate Cancer
MALE CALL FOR PROSTATE HEALTH sponsored by the Men’s Club of SCC will hold its next meeting on Monday, April 13 at 2 p.m. at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 1239 W. Del Webb Blvd in Sun City Center. The speaker will be Jan Manarite, Senior Educator Facilitator and Advocacy Director at the Prostate Cancer Research Institute. An expert in all aspects of prostate cancer from diagnosis through treatment, her topic will be “From Confusion to Empowerment; Being Part of Your Treatment Decisions”. She is particularly helpful in Q & A sessions in helping us navigate the confusing paths of prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Art Club in SCC 2015 House Tour
The Art Club in SCC is busy planning their annual Spring House Tour on Saturday, April 11, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The five unique and beautifully decorated homes feature such diverse attractions as the studio and art of an internationally recognized artist, a gigantic collection of striking photographs taken by a truly devoted animal lover, as well as collections of artifacts from many close and remote parts of the world. Many of the homes have been extensively remodeled and landscaped. Each home contains something unique to capture your interest. Tickets sell for $10 per person and include a map of the five locations. Tickets will be available in the SCC Atrium on Monday, Wednesday or Friday from 9 a.m. to noon from March 18 to April 8. All Sun City Residents and their guests are invited. For additional information on the House Tour, call Lee Anne Eckert 813-938-1962.
Purple Butterflies to see “Monday, Monday” Featuring the Mamas & the Papas
On Monday, April 13, 2015, Come and reminisce with us! We are going to the Venice Theatre to see “Monday, Monday” a show that pays tribute to one of the most harmony-rich pop groups of the ‘60s: The Mamas and the Papas. Hear legendary songs made famous by The Mamas and the Papas as well as sure-fire hits from the recording industry legends of folk, pop and rock of the Woodstock era. After the show we will be going to Sharkey’s on the Pier for dinner, OYO. Both female and male guests are invited to join us for this trip. Meet at Community Hall on South Pebble Beach Boulevard at 1:15 p.m.; home by 8:30 p.m. $36.00 covers the show, bus and gratuity. Checks should be made payable to “Purple Butterflies.” A sign-up sheet is on the front table at 610 La Jolla Avenue (self-serve and open 24/7) or phone Elaine at 634-3479 for more information. Remember to let us know your special needs, if any, and whom you would like to sit with -- just write it in the Comment Column. Sign up ASAP!
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ENJOY THE WA R M FLOR IDA SUNSHINE Y E A RROUND!
Quack-tacular Lucky Duck Day
April 13, 2015, Sun City Center Outdoor Atrium Pool Plan for an afternoon of fun on Monday, April 13, 2015 from 3 to 5 p.m. for “Quacktacular Lucky Duck Day” fundraiser sponsored by the Sun City Center Campaign Against Human Trafficking at the Sun City Center Outdoor Atrium Pool. The “Quack-tacular Lucky Duck Day” is a 501(c)(3) organization helping to support a shelter for child victims of sex trafficking. The Campaign Against Human Trafficking is working to increase awareness of this tragedy and to create social change in the South Hillsborough County area. Where can I buy a ticket? Buy a ticket or tickets from one of the members. Tickets are being sold weekly starting April 13 at the Sun City Center Atrium Kiosk Mon., Wed. & Fri. 9 – 12. At Kings Point ticket sales are being sold at the same time at North and South Clubhouses. How much is a “Lucky Duck ticket? One “Lucky Duck” is a $5.00 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 prize winners will be selected at random by a blindfolded “Swimmer Duck.” The Front Porch Pickers will be entertaining the viewers from 3 to 4 p.m. At 4 p.m. a blindfolded “Swimmer Duck” will pluck 5 ducks from the pool for prizes. $500 is the Grand Prize, 4 other prizes are $250, $100, $75, and $50. Prize winners will be selected at random by “Swimmer Duck.” You do not have to be present to win!
Metaphysical Society Presentations and Activities in April
Presentations: Wednesdays at 10 a.m. in the Heritage Room, Central Campus April 1 “Living the Spirit Led Life” presentation with Brian Lewis, a 4th Generation Psychic Medium. Confronted by circumstances every day, and not knowing what to do, many get pulled by their feelings and emotions and fall prey to “victim mentality.” Brian believes that Universal Source wants to help us, and asks if we are ready to surrender? Brian is available for afternoon reading sessions. April 8 “Amazing Benefits of the Aloe Plant for People and Pets,” presentation with Ted Kassay. Ted shares his inspiring and amazing story of how Aloe changed his life as he discovered that the Aloe plant nourishes our body, and our pet’s body, with many essential minerals, amino acids and enzymes that help achieve optimal health. April 15 “The Mystery of Life After Death” presentation with Frank Valentin. Frank takes us on an incredible spiritual journey, as he shares his own first Near Death Experience in 1979 up to his most recent transcendental experience. April 22 “Reconnecting With Our Inner Physician” presentation with Karen Patrisch, LMT. Karen shares a few simple, yet powerful techniques to help us connect with that part of us that is in charge of healing. Discover how “light touch” can help with this process and how emotions and thought patterns can slow or block us. April 29 “The All-Important Heart Chakra” presentation with Shaman Elka Boren, a spiritual psychic healer, clairvoyant, and sensitive from Panama. Working with Ascended Masters and Angelic Beings, Elka addresses the shields around the heart and helps everyone present to release, repair, and balance their energy field. Elka will be available for afternoon sessions. Activities: Sunday, April 5 at 2:30 p.m., in the Heritage Room, Central Campus Metaphysical Movie Sunday features “You Can Heal Your Life.” Based on the best-selling book of the same name authored by metaphysical teacher, lecturer and publisher Louise L Hay, this film gives penetrating insights into her views on self-esteem, abundance, and the metaphysical causes behind physical ailments. Features appearances by Dr. Wayne W. Dyer, Gregg Braden, Cheryl Richardson, Esther and Jerry Hicks, Doreen Virtue, Ph.D., Candace B. Pert, Ph.D., Mona Lisa Schulz, M.D., Ph.D., Gay Hendricks and Leon Nacson. Open to SCC residents and their guests, and reciprocal communities. Free admission. Info call Jeannie at 813 938-5931 or Holli at 813 419-4704. Mondays, April 6, 13, 20, and 27 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. Open to SCC residents and their guests, and reciprocal communities. Free admission. Facilitator: Alice at 813 634-9065. Presentations, Open Meeting, Metaphysical Movie Sunday and Book Group are open to SCC residents and their guests, and reciprocal communities. Love offering requested to benefit the Society for Presentations. Free admission for Open Meeting, Metaphysical Sunday Movie, and Book Group. 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 813 938-5686.
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The British Are Coming
No, this is not an early reenactment of Paul Revere’s famous ride “On the 18th of April in ’75” (that is 1775!), but an invasion of British Lawn Bowlers who are traveling to our area to play the game of Bowls with their American cousins. On March 25 King’s Point West Lawn Bowling Club (KPWLBC) will host two matches with the visitors, at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Between matches the participants will enjoy time to visit over lunch. King’s Point West Lawn Bowling Club, like most when visitor
are coming, has been busy cleaning, painting and repairing. The clubhouse has a fresh coat of paint, new lockers and new decks on the front and back of the building. The greens are getting an upgrade, too; the edging boards are being replaced. If you happen to be passing by KPWLBC (near the King’s Point front gate) on March 25 stop in and watch the matches. We are easy to find. Look for a LOT of folks in white on your left shortly after you pass through the gate!
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SCC Lawn Bowling Club Hosts the Del Webb Tournament
On Sunday, February 22, the Club hosted the Del Webb Invitational L to R: Nancy Williams, Lynn Dantoni, sub Dang Williamson, Debbie Triples Tournament. Thirty teams from the Bowls USA, Southeast Zieg, Lynn Seevers, Rolande Poulin and Sheryl Doom. Not pictured Division, including Sarasota, Lakeland, Mount Dora , Clearwater were members Natalie Schiller and Lee Greenlee. and Port Charlotte competed. The Sun City Center team of Joe Mignogna, Jim Byrne and Dave Clarke were the overall winners. Second place went to the Sarasota team of Pat Beggs, Debbie By Debbie Zieg Foster and Sharon Farrish. Third place went to a team from Lakeland. The Competitive Tennis Club of Sun City Center celebrated their Our own Carl Zajac, along with team members Natalie Lanouette win against Riverhills at “Chat N’ Chew Hanks” in Lithia. The luncheon was graciously hosted by Dang Williamson. CTC members. and Bob Fladung, took the three-game-high-score prize.
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Tanglewood Tournament Results
On February 21 and 22, 18 players from Kings Point pickleball participated in a Tournament in Sebring Florida. This was an age/ skill level event. Of the 18 participants, 14 medals were brought home. Here are the results: 2.5 Women’s Doubles 60+ Gold: Cat Drinkard & Leslie Neild-Anderson
Silver: Sharon Kehlenbeck & Nancy Gonzalez 3.0 Men’s Doubles 70+ Bronze: John Maddaloni & David Radford 4.0 Mixed Doubles 50+ Silver: Randy and Marlene Elliott 4.0 Men’s Doubles 60+ Gold: Tom Cuthbertson & Lewis Lange
Silver: Troy Drinkard & Randy Elliott 4.0 Women’s Doubles 50+ Bronze: Kelley Dryden 4.5 Women’s Doubles Silver: Jane Michelin-Lange Congratulations and GOOD JOB everyone!
Tom Cuthbertson, Lewis Lange, Jane Michelin-Lange, Nancy Gonzalez, Kelley Dryden and Sharon Kehlenbeck.
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Hogans Golf Club of Sun City Center & Kings Point
Saturday, February 14, 2015 Course: Freedom Fairways 1st: Ray Bui - 6 Skins 2nd: Charlie Brown - 4 Skins Low-net: Ray Bui - 59 Low-gross: Ray Bui - 71 Saturday, February 14, 2015 Course: Sandpiper Oaks-Lakes 1st: Mike Greenwood, John Schachte, Rex Gibbons, Travis Lansberry, Doug Banning & Rich Lucidi Low-net: Travis Lansberry - 65 Low-gross: Doug Banning - 82
Back L to R: John Schachte, Doug Banning & Travis Lansberry. Front L to R: Mike Greenwood, Paul Swakow, Rich Lucidi & Rex Gibbons.
Friday, February 20, 2015 Course: Summerfield Crossings 1st: Dan Stephens - 3 Skins 2nd: Bruce Hawkins - 2 Skins Low-net: Bruce Hawkins - 66 Low-gross: Walt Weldon & Dan Stephens - Tied at 82
Back L to R: Bill Konopasek & Bruce Hawkins. Front L to R: Dan Stephens, Walt Weldon, Doc Lamiano & Cliff Bates
Saturday, February 21, 2015 Course: Sandpiper Lakes-Palms Flight A 1st: Doug Banning, Don Mowry & Jim Reilly - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Doc Lamiano - 66 Low-gross: Paul Swakow - 88 Flight B 1st: Karen Jones - 2 Birds 2nd: Travis Lansberry, Rich Lucidi & Rex Gibbons - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Karen Jones - 66 Low-gross: Laura Parziale - 85
Bui & Denny Sutphen - Tied at 65 Low-gross: Ray Bui - 84
Wednesday, February 25, 2015 Course: Sandpiper Palms-Oaks Flight A 1st: Bruce Hawkins, Paul Swakow & Tom Rosata - Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: Dan Stephens, Walt Weldon & Doug Banning - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Bruce Hawkins - 65 Low-gross: Walt Weldon - 80 Flight B 1st: Denny Sutphen - 2 Skins 2nd: Terry Upson, Bill Barron, John Colgren, Steve Belknap & Ray Bui - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Emmy Broscheck, Ray
Tuesday, February 24 1st: Sue Wyckoff Points to Par Tuesday, March 3 1st: Annetta Pucci, Lois Gluntz
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Back L to R: Ray Bui, Denny Sutphen, John Colgren & Terry Upson. Front L to R: Emmy Broschek & Steve Belknap.
Friday, February 27, 2015 Course: Summerfield Crossings 1st: Jack Hugill - 3 Skins 2nd: Walt Weldon & Hannes Broschek - Tied at 2 Skins Low-net: Walt Weldon - 65 Low-gross: Walt Weldon - 75
L to R: Hannes Broschek, Walt Weldon, Jack Hugill & Greg Brash.
Monday, March 2, 2015 Course: Imperial Lakewoods 1st: Russ Turell, Dan Stephens, Walt Weldon, Dale Nicholson, Don Mowry & John Schachte Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Doc Lamiano - 64 Low-gross: Dan Stephens - 79
Back L to R: Doug Banning, John Schachte, Russ Turell & Dale Nicholson. Front L to R: Don Mowry, Dan Stephens, Doc Lamiano & Walt Weldon.
Monday, March 9, 2015 Course: Imperial Lakewoods 1st: John Schachte - 2 Skins 2nd: Dan Stephens, Norm Taylor, Jan Conley & Dave Conley Low-net: John Schachte - 63 Low-gross: Walt Weldon - 81
Back L to R: Bob Burman, Dan Stephens, Doug Banning & Dave Conley. Front L to R: John Schachte, Norm Taylor, Chris Heim, Jan Conley &Walt Weldon. Back L to R: Rex Gibbons, Rich Lucidi & Travis Lansberry. Front L to R : Karen Jones & Laura Parziale.
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Sandpiper Men
Low Gross, Low Net Thursday, March 5 Flight #1 1st Gross: Michael Sharpe 1st Net: C. Kim Flight #2 1st Gross: Rocky Pucci 1st Net: Jim Cosgrove
Ladies
1-2 Select Tuesday, February 17 1st: Annetta Pucci, Sue Wyckoff & Lois Gluntz
Individual
Scramble Thursday, January 15 1st: Jane Fischer, Monica Schofield, Betty Brynn & Mary Miller Low Gross/ Low Net Thursday, January 22 1st Gross: Jane Fischer 1st Net: Eleanor Schreiber Low Putts Thursday, January 29 1st: Gerry Towers Best 9 Net Only Thursday, February 5 1st Flight 1: Jaine Fischer 1st Flight 2: Pat Johnson Low Gross/ Low Net Thursday, February 26 1st Gross: Gerry Towers 1st Net: Carol Slaughter
Men Individual
Wednesday, February 4 1st: Jim Fischer Team Shamble Wednesday, February 18 1st: Mike Prach, Jim Fischer, Ken Rattray & Don Marlborough Three Clubs and a Putter Tuesday, February 24 1st: John Mooney Presidents Cup Wednesday, March 4 thru 11 1st Flight 1: David Wilkie 1st Flight 2: Jim Fischer 1st Flight 3: John Mooney Falcon Watch Men Wednesday, February 18 One-Two-Three Par 145 1st: Joe Spaziano, Will Kuxhousen & Mel Bushart -23 Tied-2nd: Jim Lathi, Paul Hunt, Dale Holstrom & Hank Smythe -22 Tied-2nd: Bill Markle, Jay Wildasin, Mike Sekol & Ron Kunze -22 Wednesday, February 25 One Best Ball – Par 72 Flight 1 1st: Jim Shaffer, George Fenwick & Bob Ewing -18 2nd: John Carroll, Marving Barnes, Mel Bushart & Vince Pirone -16 Flight 2 1st: Bill Meier, Bill Markle, Paul Hunt & Sammy Samuelson -19 2nd: Al Laforet, Jim Lahti, Ron Kunze & Dale Holstrom -18 Club Championship Overall Winners Low Gross Three Day Total Flight 1 1st: Jim Hamilton 213 2nd: Ken Sturgill 240 Tied-3rd: Dale Roush, Bill Fitzhugh 257
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Falcon Watch 18 Hole Ladies
Friday, February 27 Odd Holes 1st: Judy Roberts 42 2nd: Sue Watkins 43 3rd: Joy Dunn 45 Friday, March 6 Low Net 1st: Judy Roberts 72 Tied-2nd: Peggy Green, Sue Watkins 78
Falcon Watch 9 Hole Ladies
Friday, February 27 Hate – EM Thrown out your least favorite hole Tied-1st: Meg Towner, Pat Conklin 40 Tied-2nd: Claudia Woolley, June Krueger 41 Friday, March 13 Captain’s Cup Final Low Net Tied-1st: Sue Freed, June Krueger 66 Tied-2nd: Emma Gadd, Meg Towner 69 Tied-3rd: Rosa Ricciardi, Claudia Woolley 70
Kings Point Ladies Nifty Niners
Thursday, February 26 Net Score Flight A Winners Tied: Cathy Marquis & Mitzi Walsh 27 Mary McClafferty [1] w/28 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 Flight B Winners Jane Massen 26 Laura Schwandner 26 Sally Repetti 29 Flight C Winners Lorraine Rings 26 Carole Robek 28 Thursday, March 12 Net Score Flight A Winners Jane Maasen 26 Joan Forman 27
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Tuesday, February 24
Men’s Blue Tees
1st Championship Flight: Bill LeBeau Men’s White Tees 1st Flight 1: Bob Lentz 1st Flight 2: Chuck Kim 1st Flight 3: Stan Pearsall 1st Flight 4: Rich Ricca 1st Flight 5: Kevin McPherson 1st Flight 6: Gordon Cummings Men’s Green Tees 1st Flight 1: Bob Stephens Tied 1st Flight 2: Cliff Brainard & Chuck Kovacik
Ladies’ Red Tees
1st Championship Flight: Kitty Matzkin 1st Flight 1: Kiyoko Ashendorf 1st Flight 2: Maggie Jaccoi 1st Flight 3: Betty Rollins 1st Flight 4: Nancy Herriges
Men
Monday, February 16 One Best Ball of Two 1st Flight 1: Jim Johnson/ Chuck Kim 1st Flight 2: Gerry Osborne/ Dave Bartku Monday, March 2 Two Best Balls of Four 1st: Fred Kunkel/Paul Baskwell/ Gerry Osborne/Jin Yoo Monday, March 9 1 BB 1-6, 2 BB 7-12, 3 BB 13-18 1st: Ken Friesz/Rick Goodus/ Myung Park/Chuck Lutz
Ladies
Tuesday, March 3 One-Two-Three 1st: Kitty Matzkin/Suzy White/ Kathy Leesman/Star Glock Tuesday, March 10 One Best Ball of Two 1st Flight 1: Kathy Hannell/ Bette Mannon 1st Flight 2: Deloris Durm/ Gloria Rice 1st Flight 3: Emily Rohner/ Kathy O’Connell
Couples
Friday, March 6 One Best Ball of Two 1st Flight 1: John Durm/ Deloris Durm 1st Flight 2: John Gaines/ Barbara Gaines
Scepter Men
Wednesday, February 18 Low Gross 1st Flight 1: Jim DesLondes 1st Flight 2: Bob Sanicola 1st Flight 3: Bill Yost 1st Flight 4: Monroe Hatch 1st Flight 5: Bill McNamara 1st Flight 6: Joel Marquis Wednesday, March 4 Scramble 1st Flight: Jim DesLondes, Tom Costello, Mark Watson & Jim McDermott Wednesday, March 11 Two Best Balls 1st Flight 1: Ray Parisen, Frank Paris, Bruce Cook 1st Flight 2: Harry DeVoti, Bob McAllister, Gunther Ulbrich, Jim Morris
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Ladies Eighteen Holes
Tuesday, February 17 Ladies Match Play 1st Flight 1: Carolyn Avrett 1st Flight 2: Pam LeCren 1st Flight 3: Kathy McNamara 1st light 4: Jane Magalski 1st Flight 5: Kris Wells Tuesday, February 24 Low Gross 1st Flight 1: Lata Raby 1st Flight 2: Heather McKown 1st Flight 3: Lynn Yucuis 1st Flight 4: Sue Barker 1st Flight 5: Edna McLemore Tuesday, March 3 Even Steven 1st Flight 1: Sharon Wallace, Dolores Stieper, Linda Sheldon Tuesday, March 10 Triangular Qualifying 1st: Jan Thumber & Linda Suh
Ladies Nine Holes
Friday, February 17 One Best Ball 1st: Nancy Wason Donna Lesyshen, Lindy Langlois, Barb Meyer Tuesday, February 24 Low Net 1st: Colleen Savas & Lindy Langlois Tuesday, March 3 Best 5 Holes 1st: Lindy Langlois Tuesday, March 10 Low Net 1st: Lindy Langlois & Ann Clark Couples Club Championship Friday, March 13 1st: Overall Mike Ringham & Judie Schafers
Kings Point Ladies Nifty Niners February 26, 2015 Game: Net Score Flight A Winners Tie Cathy Marquis 27 Mitzi Walsh 27 Mary McClafferty [1] w/28 Mary McClafferty [2} w/28 Flight B Winners Tie Jane Massen 26 Laura Schwandner 26 Sally Repetti 29 Flight C Winners Lorraine Rings 26 Carole Robek 28 March 5, 2015 Game Played: Net Score Flight A Winners Jane Maasen 25 Cathy Marquis 29 Joan Forman 29 Flight B Winners Mary Winter 23 Nancy Manning 24 Flight C Winners Paula Rezoagli 25 Janine Johnson 27 March 12, 2015 Game: Net Score Flight A Winners Jane Maasen 26 Joan Forman 27 Flight B Winners Karen Crippen 26 Diana Roberts 28 Flight C Winners Ellen Doncouse 22 Cindy Vellante 33
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Sun City Center Lawn Bowling Club Open House a Success
SCC Swim Dancers Annual Show
The Sun City Center Swim Dancers get into position prior to the opening act in their March 14th swim show. Mary Bergquist, far right, was the victim in the murder mystery themed show and other team members are the CSI team whose job was to determine “Whodunit?”.
The Sun City Center Swim Dancers’ send out a special thank you to all who helped make this year’s “Whodunit?” swim show on March 14 a fun success. A special thank you goes out to the guest swimmers, The Synchro-Belles from Highland Park , and the young Synchro Stars (ages 7-9) from Clearwater who braved the challenge of swimming in public for the first time. In appreciation, the SCC Swim Dancers made a generous donation to the Synchro Stars to support and encourage their synchronized swimming program. A heartfelt appreciation goes out to the show’s Master of Ceremonies, John Bowker, who masterfully wove the storyline among the swim numbers, and to our local thespian, Joe Elam, who made a “Big Splash” in the show. To all who helped in the production, the Swim Dancers send their thanks. And for promoting the Murder Mystery swim show the teams wants to send a special thank you to The News of Sun City Center and The News of Kings Point. These local publications are the heartbeat on which the activities of Sun City Center thrive. Ladies of Sun City Center and Kings Point who would like to test the waters of Swim Dancing are invited to stop by the Atrium Lap pool Monday or Wednesday evening, 7:30-9 p.m., or Friday morning 7:309 a.m.. Bring your swimsuit and discover how easy it is to begin. Contacts: Judy Quitsch 642-0157 or Dana Ellerbrock 633-5927.
SCC Swim Dancers Welcome Guest Swimmers
Senior swim dancers from Highland Park, the Synchro Belles, and two of the cute Synchro Stars were guest swimmers in the Sun City Center Murder Mystery Annual swim show, March 14. In appreciation, the SCC Swim Dancers made a generous donation in support of the Synchro Stars youth synchronized swimming program based in Clearwater, Florida.
SCC Lawn Bowling Club, Pebble Beach Singles Championship
On Thursday, February 26, the final round of the Pebble Beach Men’s Singles Championship was played. Twenty-three bowlers, some of the best in the club, competed in the single knock-out play-downs. After six days of play, Tony Hawken and Ben Caudill were left to battle it out in the wind and the cold. Tony Hawken won the match and is the 2015, Pebble Beach Singles Champion. The Pebble Beach Lawn Bowling Club is affiliated with Bowls USA, which governs the sport of bowls in the U.S. and is a member of World Bowls, the organization that establishes worldwide Laws of the Sport. For more information about the Sun City Center lawn bowling clubs and the sport of lawn bowling, visit www. suncitycenterlbc.com.
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On Saturday, February 21, 2015, the Sun City Center Lawn Bowling Club hosted an Open House for the residents of the community. Over 60 people dropped in to give lawn bowling a try. Twentyfive club members were on hand to show what lawn bowling is all about and serve a barbecue lunch. Over half of those in attendance, signed up for a week of free lessons with Diann Thomas, the Club’s chief instructor. Besides personally greeting everyone upon their arrival, Club President, Rick Czachor demonstrated a device that can be used by persons who have hip/ knee complaints which restricts their ability to bend down to deliver the bowl in the conventional manner. These devices are known as “The Bowling Arm,” the “Bionic Bowler Arm” and the “DHB arm.” These arms are becoming increasingly more popular and as an aid for those who wish to continue to play the game that they enjoy so much.
Purple and Black Tees:
New “Play It Forward” League to Start At Sandpiper and Falcon Watch A new, easier and faster way to play a round of golf - one strongly supported by Jack Nicklaus, Arnie Palmer and Nancy Lopez, among others - will start on March 24 at Sandpiper Golf Course and alternate weeks with Falcon Watch. The schedule calls for Tuesdays at Sandpiper and Fridays the following week at Falcon Watch. Bob Black, long-time golf columnist for the Observer, the Sun and the NEWS of Sun City Center, is the organizer of the new league and will act as the coordinator with golf pros Gretchen Mulling at Sandpiper and Marty Leahy at Falcon Watch. The new black tees are about 3,390 yards for 18 holes at Sandpiper versus 5,396 from the greens and about 6,000 yards from the white tees. The purple lady’s tees are about 200 yards less. Approximately the same yardage is at Falcon Watch. Black said these distances can put 75 and 85 year olds on the green in regulation and then putting dominates the game. He said the first time he played the Forward tees he shot an 80, which while not good for the distance (“my putting stank,” he said,) made me feel a lot better than what I’ve been coming in with for the past year. Tom Ritenour, ClubLink’s Director of Golf Operations, said that Nicklaus, Palmer and Lopez, all golfers who love the game dearly, designed “Play It Forward” to keep people in the game who were otherwise struggling with age and aches but didn’t want to hang up their spikes. Sign-up sheets are at both Falcon Watch and Sandpiper and Mulling and Leahy will setup the pairings for the groups at their individual courses.
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EasyBridge! Makes People Happy
SCC Lawn Bowling Club hosts Southeast Women’s Open
The Sun City Center Lawn Bowling Club (SCCLBC) recently hosted the Southeast Women’s Open , a six-day, multi-format event that was held from March 7 through to March 12. The tournament attracted a strong field of 72 competitors, most from Florida clubs, however, Pennsylvania, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Quebec, England and Scotland were also represented. The Sun City Center “Suncoasters” fared well against of some of the best bowlers in North America. In the “Singles” event, Cindy Higgins - champion, Linda Hawken - winner of “D” Flight and Cassie Krowl - Runner Up “D” Flight. In the “Pairs” event, Cindy Higgins and Carol Finlayson - Champions, Linda McDougall and Carol Fahnstock - 2nd in “A” Flight, Diann Thomas and Donna Blaine - 2nd in “B” flight, Linda Hawken and Pamela Abell - 1st in “C” Flight, Chris Heller and Cassie Krowl - 2nd in “C” Flight. In the “Fours” event, Linda McDougall, Natalie Lanouette, Corinne Bailiff, Carol Fahnstock - 2nd place, Diann Thomas, Kathy Gonnella, Donna Byrne, Donna Blaine - 2nd in “B” Flight. For all the results, list of competitors and a photo gallery, visit the SCCLBC website at www.suncitycenterlbc.com. The Southeast Division is one seven geographic divisions of Bowls USA which governs the sport of bowls in the U.S. The “Suncoasters Lawn Bowling Club “ is an SCCLBC section that is affiliated with Bowls USA, allowing its members to participate in tournaments such as the Southeast Open.
Or, of course, it could be the other way round, Happy people make Easybridge! fun. Just look at the smiling faces in the above picture. Shown are some of the Sun City Center Duplicate Bridge association members, all happy after a morning playing Easybridge! 2 and 3 followed by a delicious luncheon prepared by them and their teachers and directors Sue Batt and Kathy Smith. These luncheons are held once a month for the Easybridge! 1 players and once a month for the Easybridge! 2 and 3 players in addition to a monthly happy hour at Club Renaissance, occasional dinners at nearby restaurants and of course the Sunday FunDays held once a month. An additional treat this month is a five day cruise that many members are going to enjoy. So, come join the happy people at our bridge tables. For details on these and all other games, classes and events please visit the website at www.sunccbridge.com.
L to R: Dave Bladen, Rick Fortier, Dale Saraniti, Tara Profitt (sitting), Barry Chernock, Judy Lamb, Jan Cline, Joe Cincotta, Bob Johnson, Audrey Columbia.
Good Showing At Gulf Coast Senior Games
On February 19, 2015, ten members of the John Donnelly Table Tennis Club of Sun City Center played singles, doubles and mixed doubles in the Gulf Coast Senior Games held in Sarasota. Many medals were won by all.
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April 2015
St Augustine – Historic, Charming & Fun
Story and Photos by Kai Rambow When St. Augustine was first developed as a winter getaway over 100 years ago, only the super-rich could go. It took two days by train to get there, and you could only book a hotel room for the season. The season was 100 days and cost 100k in today’s dollars. Today, you can drive there in three hours and do a day trip though I recommend staying at least one night. St. Augustine is a wonderful combination of history, charm and fun. It is the oldest, since 1565, continuously inhabited European settlement in the continental United States. In the 1880s, Henry Flagler developed the city as the first winter getaway, albeit an expensive one. And in the 1960s, it was one of the pivotal sites of the Civil Rights movement. Centuries of history have created plenty of wonderful, scenic walking. It is a visual treat, whether looking at the fort or strolling one of several pedestrian only streets. The Fun Way to See It All Old Town Trolleys is a hop-on, hop-off bus system that enables you to easily navigate the main sites. The price of the ticket ($25) is worthwhile. The tickets are good for three consecutive days, so you can see everything at a nice pace. Parking is a challenge in St. Augustine and the company offers free parking sites. The tours are narrated, so you know what you’re looking at. All three guides I had were excellent. There are 23 stops and trolleys come by about every 15 minutes. With over 268 attractions listed, you’ll be stopping at the main sites, so they make navigating
everything considerably easier. I’ll make a few suggestions here, and leave the rest for you to discover. Castillo de San Marcos, the original fort, and Flagler College, the original hotel, provide glimpses into Florida’s past. A tour at the college lets visitors see the original 100k stay transformed into an educational institution. Stops at the distillery, winery and Whetstone Chocolates are very popular, even first thing in the morning. Start early in the morning every time you use the ticket, to avoid crowds on the trolleys and at the stops. Three Options on Where to Stay St. Augustine has a number of places to stay. The most obvious is in the town itself. The ability to walk to the many restaurants nearby can make this option very attractive. Another great option is to stay on St. Augustine beach. You’ll have a short drive into town taking about 15 minutes and need to find a pay parking spot, however, you’ll have the best of the town and time at the beach. The third option is to stay nearby off the I-95. One visitor decided to stay at a golf course approximately 20 minutes away. Tips for a Great Trip When to Go: May and October are great times weather wise and to avoid crushes of tourists. One of the best times this year will be in December, when the pedestrian only streets undergoing major renovations, will be completed. In addition, the Christmas light decorations are considered to be some of the best in the country. Driving: Consider combining a trip to Amelia Island and St.
Augustine. Between these two points taking the A1A is a scenic and relaxing way to travel. Jacksonville Beach is your typical beach town (not really scenic) right in the middle, however, it makes for a good place to stop and have lunch. Note: You do need to take a car ferry to cross the St. Johns River, so check the schedule before leaving. Secret Treat: For chocolate lovers, Claude’s Chocolate, is between Flagler College and Lightner Museum. Claude is from France and no additives or preservatives are used. This is a yummy mini splurge. Claude’s Chocolate 6 Granada Street St. Augustine, FL 32084 (904) 808-8395 www.claudeschocolate.com St. Augustine Tourism www.augustine.com Old Town Trolley Tours www.trolleytours.com/st-aug
Castillo de San Marcos, original fort.
Waterfront view of St. Augustine.
One of several pedestrian-only streets.
The hotel that started Florida tourism, now Flagler College.
Everybody is going to St. Augustine.
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Adopt a Friend That C.A.R.E.s
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Sun City Center Cat Lovers Club
Sun City Center Cat Lovers Club will feature Erinn Skiba of the Hillsborough County Fire Rescue Department as their Speaker at their quarterly meeting on Monday April 13 from 1-3 p.m. in the Armstrong Room of the Atrium Building. Topics to be presented relate to Hurricane Season: Pet Safety, Information on Pet-Friendly Shelters and the necessary pet supplies you must provide, and other hurricane preparedness measures you should take to protect your pet. All Cat Lovers are invited to attend this informative meeting. For more information about Cat Lovers Club, check their website catloversclub.org or call 813-442-3014.
Feline Folks – A Big Thank-You!
Wyatt is an active guy that enjoys fetching and hunting in the play yards. He is a Cattle Dog and indicative of the breed he is very active and tireless. Wyatt has a unique coat of red with splashes of white all over and black on his back. You will not find a more handsome guy at the dog park! Wyatt would do best in an active home with a fenced yard. Wyatt has tested heartworm positive. As part of his adoption Wyatt will be microchipped. He has been neutered and he is current on vaccinations. DOB: April 1, 2011.
Ebony is a gorgeous sleek little black feline who looks just like his mom, Taylor. As a little MiniMe, it is hard sometimes to tell him apart from his mom, who is also very small and who also has the deep black shiny coat. Ebony and Taylor spend a lot of time out on the lanai grooming each other, or sleeping side by side on the Kuranda beds. Please come to C.A.R.E. and give him and his mom a forever home. He is neutered and current on vaccinations. As part of his adoption Ebony will be microchipped. DOB: May 11, 2013.
C.A.R.E. is an all-volunteer, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization (59-3678003) registered with the FL Dept of Agriculture and Consumer Services, No.. CH-14526. The shelter is funded solely through donations, adoptions, spay/neuter fees, fundraisers, and small grants. For more information, volunteer opportunities or donations, please visit our website (careshelter.org) or give us a call 813-645-2273. We are very grateful for your support. C.A.R.E. is open 10 AM to 3 PM on Tues. - Sat. For directions visit.www.CareShelter.org.or call 813-645-2273.
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Wonderful Feline Folks volunteers worked over last year on gathering, storing, tagging, hauling the generous yard sale donations. The sale was an amazing success. Feline Folks also thanks those who attended the sale, helped with the preparations, selling and after sale organization. Many thanks to all who donated their time and efforts before, during and after the sale. The feral cats will benefit from everyone’s generosity. Thank you.
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Love Cats? Looking for a Life Affirming Experience? Consider volunteering with Feline Folks to feed the community cats as infrequently as once per month. We will provide the food, training, and support. We miss our Snow Birds and a few of our regular feeders have illnesses that make them currently unavailable to feed. We are in great need of help. Do you have an interest in designing and implementing fundraising event? Do you want to expand your creative interests by developing special events? If so, contact us. Many thanks for considering this opportunity. Reach us at info@felinefolks.us. Please do NOT feed the Cats around the North Clubhouse. When you feed them, you put them in jeopardy of being euthanized. The cats are well fed every morning by FELINE FOLKS. Our food has ingredients to treat for fleas & worms. We would love to tell you more about this and about an opportunity to help us care for the cats.
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April 2015
Military News
Frank Kepley Addresses VA Crisis at MOAA Luncheon
By B. F. Kepley, CAPT USN (Ret), Military Correspondent Retired Navy Captain Frank Kepley, gave a presentation on the crises that is currently surrounding the Veterans Administration hospitals. The presentation took place on March 4, 2015 in the Florida Room at the Sun City Center, North Side Atrium. In addition to his 26-year naval career (8 hospitals, 2 aircraft carriers and a cruiser), Dr. Kepley spent 11 years in a Chicago VA hospital and four years at the James A. Haley VA hospital. His presentation started with the problems that exploded at the Phoenix VA hospital and continued with a discussion of the fraudulent waiting times that have been capturing headlines the past several months as well as the current VA fixes initiated by VA Secretary Robert McDonald. Most of the criticism was leveled at the administrators and most of
Photo by Bob Winters L to R: Lt.Col. Charles Conover USA (Ret) and Capt. Frank Kepley USN (Ret),
the praise was directed toward the health care providers. He also felt that despite the recent criticism leveled at McDonald by congress, he is the first secretary that is actually going out into the field, personally contacting veterans and administratively attempting to change and repair the broken system.
Sun City Center Veterans’ Roundup
By B. F. Kepley, CAPT USN (Ret), Military Correspondent The annual Sun City Center Veterans’ Dinner/Dance took place Saturday, March 7, 2015 in the Community Association’s Florida Room. The “Roundup” was sponsored by the combined Sun City Center veterans’ organizations. All veterans and friends were welcome and the event was sold out. A social hour followed by a delicious meal with appetizers was featured. The program was a mix of patriotism and entertainment. Lily Marlane led the participants in singing the service songs. Music and dancing was provided by Paul Wheat “Masquerade.” Recommended dress was western, but not required and all who attended appeared to have had a grand time. Prizes included a “Happy Hour Basket” and various raffles. The proceeds from the event will be used to support the annual Memorial Day and Veterans Day ceremonies as well as other veterans’ events/causes.
National MOWW Commander Addresses Local Chapter
By B. F. Kepley, CAPT USN (Ret), Military Correspondent Former Air Force Captain John Hayes, currently serving as the 84 Commander-in-Chief (CINC) of the Military Order or the World Wars (MOWW), was the featured speaker at the formal Dining Out, which took place at the Sun City Center Plaza Club on February 19, 2015. The Dining Out was held to commemorate the 22 birthday of the local MOWW chapter. Capt. Hayes served in the U.S. Air Force from 1967-1972 as a C-141 aircraft commander at Charleston Air Force Base, South Carolina and as an EC-47 chief flight examiner, instructor pilot and supervisor of flying at Da Nang Air Base, Republic of Viet Nam. He flew 166 combat missions over Viet Nam. From 1972-2005, he was an airline pilot with Braniff and U.S. Airways, retiring with 24,000 flying hours. Capt. Hayes discussed the current status of the national organization as well as MOWW’S strategic goals for the coming year. Also honored at the Dining Out was Charlotte Clark, Community Leader of 2014, who was presented with the Bronze Patrick Henry Medallion and certificate for her many community activities and support of veterans organizations and Dana Dittmar, Executive Director of the South Shore Chamber of Commerce, who received a Coin of Excellence for her continued support of MOWW’s activities over the past year.
John Moore’s Flooring Cake cutting ceremony: from left, past chapter commander Harry Lascola; Region IV Commander, Frank Zahrobsky; CINC John Hayes; current MOWW chapter Commander Jim Warchol; and past chapter Commanders Charles Conover and Sheila Turpin.
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SCC Military Ball
By B. F. Kepley, CAPT USN (Ret), Military Correspondent On Saturday, November 7, 2015, the Sun City Center Chapter of the Military Order of the World Wars (MOWW), will be hosting the 5th Annual Formal Military Ball; starting with a Social Hour at 5 p.m., at the Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. The Ball will feature a Patriotic Program, hors d’oeuvres before a served dinner, entertainment and dancing. Dining and dancing configuration and the Community Hall will be limited to 40 tables of eight. Formal dress is encouraged (military, black tie, dark business suit) and wearing military decorations is encouraged. Dinner will be served by Orange Blossom Catering. Music and dancing will be provided by the Jim Burge Orchestral. This is a BYOB event; however, wine for toasting will be provided. Cost is $50 per person. Check should be made payable to MOWW. Attendance is open to all—prior military service is not a requirement. Individual tickets for singles or couples can be reserved now with payment due the first week in September. A self-appointed table captain can reserve a table of eight. Call or see James Warchol 633-1063 for additional information and reservations. The Military Balls are always sold out so be sure and get your tickets early.
MFST Donor Appreciation Luncheon
By B. F. Kepley, CAPT USN (Ret), Military Correspondent The Military Family Support Trust (MFST) board of trustees held a luncheon in the Freedom Plaza Maui Room on March 12, 2015. The luncheon was held to show appreciation to the many supporters, volunteers, and other individual guests who make it possible for MFST to reach out to our military families. In addition to honoring the many MFST supporters, a Donor Recognition Certificate for the Benefactor’s Circle was presented by Colin Howgill, chairman of the board of trustees, to Chris Bowles, who accepted it for Corena Fristad, the President and Chief Operating Officer of the Retired Officers Corporation. The certificate is presented to individuals or groups who have contributed $100,000 or more to the MFST. Their names along with all other donors are added to the Donors Wall Plaque in the auditorium. MFST is a 501(c)(3) charitable trust established in 1992 and headquartered in SCC Freedom Plaza. Using contributions the MFST provides significant benefits to both national and local individuals and programs related to military and federal employees. Some of the beneficiaries are JROTC cadets, scholarships to children and grandchildren, assistance to Homeless Women Veterans, Guide Dog training, the VA’s Operation Helping Hand and other similar charitable endeavors.
Howard Altman to Speak at Silver Osprey
The Silver Osprey Squadron of the Association of Naval Aviation will hold its April Luncheon at the Plaza Club in Freedom Plaza on Friday, April 10 at 11:30 a.m. The Guest Speaker will be Howard Altman of The Tampa Tribune. He will speak on the “Challenges and Dangers of Military Training, Especially Aboard Rotary Wing Aircraft.” We anticipate that Mr. Altman will include how reporters cover this when in a hostile environment. Mr. Altman, is senior writer at The Tampa Tribune, covering U.S. Special Operations Command, U.S. Central Command, Special Operations Command Central, two Air Force refueling wings, the Joint Communications Support Element and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, among other base tenants. Additionally he covers two of the Department of Veterans Affairs busiest medical centers and its busiest claims center located one of the nation’s largest populations of veterans. At their March meeting the Silver Osprey Squadron hosted LT Megan Dillon, USCG, a graduate of the Coast Guard Academy and a Coast Guard Aviator currently assigned to the Clearwater Coast Guard Air Station. LT Dillon gave the group and overview of life at the Coast Guard Academy, an update on Navy Flight Training (the Navy trains all Navy, Marine and Coast Guard Pilots). She also reviewed operation at the Air Station including their mission of Drug Enforcement, Rescue and other security missions. The Silver Osprey Squadron luncheons are open to the public as is our membership. If you have an interest in military aviation you should give us a look. For reservations, call Tom Harding, 634-1236. Members $14 and non-members are $17. If you would like membership information or just to be added to our email list for notification of events, please email CDR Roger Kennicutt, USN (Ret), Commanding Officer at tkennicutt@aol.com.
It was hard facing the fact that my mom couldn’t live independently anymore. Knowing that she is comfortable, happy and actually flourishing helps me sleep at night.
Personalized Memory Care — Join us for these educational seminars — Balance, Safety, and Neurological Conditions Wednesday, April 1 • 10 am
Lynda Parks, doctor of physical therapy with Bayada Home Health Care, will lead a dynamic conversation about the difficulties we may be facing as we age.
Understanding Veteran Benefits for Long-Term Care Wednesday, April 15 • 10 am
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Social Dance Schedule for April
The Fabulons Are Coming
Celebrating their 30th Anniversary in 2015, The Fabulons continue to be Florida’s favorite Party band. This Show / Dance band performs a wide variety of music, including Motown, DooWop, classic rock, disco, R & B, Beach Boys, Beatles, best of the girl groups, “Grease,” standards, and we take requests! The Fabulons present the best music from the rock era in their “Decades” tribute. It is the variety of music that the band performs that has made them one of the top bands in the region. You can see The Fabulons featured in the 2006 movie “The Boynton Beach Club”. The movie features five songs we recorded and performed. The Fabulons have also been the opening act for numerous R & R legends, including The
Temptations, Dion, Frankie Valli & The 4 Seasons, The Flamingos, Grand Funk Railroad, The Grassroots, Lou Christie, The Rascals, Peter Noone (Herman’s Hermit’s), Chubby Checker, The Drifters, The Shirelles, Roy Orbison, Gary Puckett, Tommy James & The Shondells, The Buckinghams, The Lovin’ Spoonful, The Turtles, Blood Sweat & Tears, The Duprees, Martha & The Vandellas, and more! The Fabulons return to Sun City Center Community Hall on Friday, April 10, 7:00-10:00 p.m. Reserved tables of 10. BYOB and snacks. Tickets ($15)are available now at the Atrium-Kiosk Monday-Wednesday-Friday 9 a.m.-noon or, if available, at the door the night of the show at 6:30 p.m. Info 813-642-2001.
Direct from Tennessee, the Praise Pickers bring their special blend of Gospel music to the Rollins Theater on April 11.
April At The Rollins Theater
The excitement continues at the Rollins Theater as The Performing Arts Company wraps up another successful PAC Lite Variety Series with two great shows. Praying, picking and praising in song, direct from Tennessee and spanning 4 decades, the Praise Pickers bring their special blend of Gospel to the Rollins on April 11. Wrapping up the series The Red Rose Parlour Theater presents “The Maids,” a musical mélange of your favorite Broadway hits on April 25. Tickets for each show are $12 for general seating and $15 for reserved seats and may be purchased at the SCC Atrium kiosk Mon, Wed and Fri from 9am – noon with cash or check or with credit card by calling
the box office at 813.400.7803. For further information visit the PAC website at www. performingartscompany-scc. org.
The Red Rose Parlous Theater presents “The Maids,” a musical mélange of Broadway hits, on April 25.
Monday, April (6, 13, 20, 27) West Coast Swing Intermediate Level - 7 p.m. Quick Step Intermediate Level – 8 p.m. Tuesday, April (7, 14, 21, 28) Social Dance Class Foxtrot - Beginning Level 5:30 p.m. Foxtrot - Intermediate Level 1 - 6:45 p.m. Foxtrot - Intermediate Level 2 - 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, April (1, 8, 15, 22, 29) Social Dance Class Rumba - Beginning - 12:45 p.m. Tango - Intermediate - 2 p.m. Cha-cha - Advanced - 3:15 p.m. Classes are held in the dance studio in the atrium building off North Pebble Beach Blvd. (SCC). Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point residents. Couples and singles welcome. $20/ person for 4 week month and $25/person for 5 week month. For information call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205.
Kings Point Mixed Chorus Spring Concert
By Stephanie Casey The Kings Point Mixed Chorus is pleased to announce their annual Spring Concert. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, April 8, so you don’t miss out on some delightful musical entertainment. The 4 p.m. concert will be performed in the Kings Point Borini Theater. Tickets can be purchased for $6 at the Kings Point Box Office. Seating is Round Table Cabaret Style, so gather your friends and neighbors, your snacks and BYOB. Be prepared to enjoy an afternoon of music of stage and screen, with songs from Oklahoma, South Pacific and Fiddler On The Roof, to name just a few. The 58-voice mixed chorus is under the direction of Charles Wirick, and is accompanied by Ruth Hewitt. They all have been hard at work, putting together a program that is sure to please our local audience. Chorus members are not only from Kings Point, but also include singers from Sun City Center and the surrounding South Shore area, such as Apollo Beach and Brandon. This year, something special is being added to the mix. In addition to providing music for your listening pleasure, the Chorus is joining with the Sun City Center Kiwanis Club in a Community Outreach Program. The Chorus has been collecting storybooks, which will be donated to children at Wimauma Elementary School. If you would like to participate in this Philanthropic endeavor, when you join us for the Concert, you may bring a book suitable for an Elementary-aged child. Books will be collected and given to the Kiwanis Club for distribution. Your contributions would be greatly appreciated. We extend a warm invitation for everyone to join us in this charitable effort. We look forward to seeing you on April 8th. For more information, please call Rose at 813-633-1753.
April 2015
Kings Point Dance Club
SCC CA members, Singles, welcome at Kings Point Dance Club events. Thor Stevens will be playing for your listening and dancing enjoyment on April 21, our final dance of the season. Doors open at 7 p.m., dancing from 7:30-9:30 in the Borini Theater located in the Kings Point North Clubhouse. Guests are $l0 per couple or $5 per single. Guests should make reservations with Theresa Rodriguez at 633-0812. Our new “Dress Code” is Business Dressy Smart (dress pants and dress shirt for men). Coat and tie are optional. Dress or dressy pants for women. It is still our desire to maintain a dressed-up atmosphere at all of our dances. See you on the dance floor.
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 next dance is April 15, 2015, 7 p.m. till 10 p.m. and doors open at 6:30 p.m. The dance is in the Community Hall, 1910 South Pebble Beach Blvd. Flashback will play 50’s through 80’s 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 nonmember. May 1, 2015 through August 2015 the Community Hall will close for renovation and the Oldies’ dances will relocate to the Kings Point Borini Theater. So, be sure to save the date for May 10, 2015 when Bill (Elvis) Lindsey, plays the music for your dancing and listening pleasure. Need more information contact Joanne Baskinger at813.728.1147 or by email jjlatenite@aol.com.
Dance the Night Away Sat. April 18
Those who love to dance will want to make it to the Dance Party sponsored by the Sun City Center Dance Club on Saturday, April 18, at Community Hall. Dance to the club’s exclusive playlist, spun by Gerardo from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Please note this event starts earlier, at 7 p.m., instead of the usual 7:30 p.m. Musical selections include east and west coast swing, foxtrot, slow and line dances, Latin variations, waltz, country and polka. Enjoy complimentary coffee and home-baked desserts throughout the evening. Attire is dressy-casual. BYOB. You don’t need to be an accomplished dancer to enjoy this social evening out. Take your friends along, or come and make new friends. The dance is free to members, visitors/guests pay $6 per person at the door. Singles tables will be available. Our next dance parties will be: Oct 31, Nov 21 & Dec 19. For more information, call (813) 634-9074. Continued on Page 35
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KP Line Dancers
Join the KP Line Dancers on Wednesday at 7 p.m., April 15, (federal tax due date), for a free social dance in the Borini Theatre. Although we must have our taxes paid by today, we can still celebrate with music and dancing and fun. Open to KP and SCC residents and their guests. BYOB. Costumes optional, but adding dollars to your clothing might be appropriate (if you still have any). Call Jan 634-6226 for info.
Rockin’ Thru the Years Dance Club
Our April dance will be held Sunday, April 19, 2015, 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 soulRcoaster, a fun, dynamic, popular Southwest Florida cover band. SoulRcoaster covers a diverse array of genres appealing to even the most discriminating taste! SoulRcoaster can turn any party into a memorable event! Their repertoire includes Etta to Gaga, classic rock to Motown, jazz, ballads, disco and even a little country. soulRcoaster will engage you, entertain you and take you on a ride. Listen to a sample of their music online at www.soulrcoaster.com You may purchase your tickets, $5 per person, Tuesday, April 7th and Tuesday, April 14th in the Kings Point North Clubhouse Lobby 12 p.m. 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.
Academy of Ballroom Dance
Saturday, April 4, 2015, at Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach. Attire is dressy casual. BYOB. Everyone welcome, singles table available. At 6:30 p.m. before the dance, Bernice DuBro & George Hawn will be teaching a Samba Lesson. Members free, guests $6 which includes the lesson. Music by Bernice DuBro. More information, call Charlie Brown at 813-712-0869, battman12@ gmail.com.
Bunny Hop Square Dance
It’s for sure April showers bring May flowers. It’s also a sure bet that the Sun City Center Swingers Square Dance Club will be holding a Mainstream/Plus Square Dance on Friday Night April 17, 2015 to help celebrate the Easter Season. The Club’s wonderful ladies are going to provide delicious Easter desserts for all the dancers to indulge in. Beverages will also be available. Dancers, (put your Easter Bonnets on – just kidding) get dressed up in your most fancy square dance clothes and join us in celebrating the beautiful Easter Season. Ron Reardon Calls and Alice Bubel Cues. This Dance, along with the Club’s 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 April are Ron Reardon April 3 & 17; Marty Van Wart April 10 & 24. Alice Bubel Cues all Fridays. 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 lessons are held 2 – 3 p.m. NOTE: Alice’s last night of Cueing for the Club is April 24. Alice and Gary are heading North for the summer. Alice’s Round Dance classes will also be over by the end of April. Happy summer ya’ll. The Cuer for the summer will be announced ASAP. 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 see our website floridasquaredance.com/s.
Moonglow Dance Club
Moonglow Ballroom Dance Club will feature the live music of “The Mellotones” at their monthly dance on Thursday, April 23, from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Sun City Center. The attire at Moonglow Dances is dressy casual. Members are FREE, and visitors/guests pay $5 per person at the door. Singles table(s) are always available. Please BYOB and snacks, the club will provide ice, water, cups and napkins. The Moonglow 2015 schedule of year-round monthly dances has a great lineup of talented entertainers booked for your dancing and/or listening to live music. Visitors are always welcome, so why not get your friends and neighbors to join you? 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 813-633-1297 or 813-633-6453, or if you would like to receive Moonglow Information by email, contact gail3357@gmail.com.
Singles Social Dance Club
Sun City Center Singles Social Dance Club “Where New Friends Become Old Friends” Open to all residents of Sun City Center 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. April 5th........Florida Room April 26th......Florida Room May 3rd........Florida Room
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Kings Point Follies 2015
By Stephanie Casey The Kings Point FOLLIES 2015 closed on March 7, after three highly successful performances. The near sell-out crowds enjoyed a fast-paced, lively, entertaining and innovative production. Increased attendance and generous positive feedback delighted everyone who was involved with the show. Director Rose Ostrander, Choreographer Diane LeFrancois, Musical Director Charles Wirick, Technical Staff, Carlyn and Keith Postle and Assistant Director Linda Stone all did a most capable and commendable job. Soloists, dancers, comedians, chorus and crew combined to make this one of the most outstanding FOLLIES ever presented at Kings Point. Months of hard work reaped multiple benefits. Vesta, who sponsored the show, reported that the proceeds were shared with the local community in several ways. Contributions were presented to the area performing youth groups, The Buckshot Cloggers, newcomers this year, and The Sounds Of Time of East Bay High School, perennial FOLLIES favorites. The Sun City Center Emergency Squad also received a generous donation. In addition, Vesta has announced it is purchasing a new digital Baby Grand Piano for the Kings Point North Clubhouse main lobby. Additional profits will flow back into the community. If you were among the many who joined our audience for FOLLIES 2015, we thank you for your support. If you missed seeing this show, don’t make the same mistake again. All of Sun City Center and surrounding areas are most welcome to attend. Hope to see you next year.
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KPAL Art Show Winners
The Kings Point Art League held their Annual Art Show on February 19 and 20, the theme was “Hommage Aux Artists”, and the show of 150 paintings displayed was judged by Laura Keatts Avery, the Interim Director for Galleries & Exhibitions, Ringling College of Art and Design. The winners were as follows: Best of Show: Robert Krowl “Capri by the Sea” Peer Award: Pat Herzberg “Wall of Fall” Beginner Watercolor: 1st Nanci Goldstein, 2nd Linda Bessignano, 3rd Linda Garrison Intermediate Watercolor: 1st Bonnie Murphy, 2nd MaryJo Allen, 3rd Patricia Midura, Honorable Mentions Carol Pasco, Mary McLaughlin Experienced Watercolor: 1st Sue Goldenetz, 2nd Maggie Case, 3rd Eleanor Tumulty, Honorable Mentions Elsie Landry, Marion Giblin, Steve Cooper Advanced Watercolor: 1st Mary Chabot, 2nd Phyllis Masing, 3rd Nancy Derby, Honorable Mentions Roe-Enid Boudreaux, Dixie Kraft Mixed Media - Beginners: 1st Ellen Waske Mixed Media - Intermediate: 1st Peggy Wiggins Mixed Media - Experienced: 1st Bev Majewski, 2nd Vickie Robertson Mixed Media - Advanced: 1st Phyllis Masing, 2nd Elsie Landry Graphics - Beginners: 1st Roger Kele Graphics - Intermediate: 1st Rick Chancey, 2nd Kandy Byrd Graphics - Experienced: 1st Ken Fallender, 2nd Maggie Case, 3rd Edite McIlvaine Graphics - Advanced: 1st Yoshihiro Koseki, 2nd Pat Curtis, 3rd Bruce Fallender, Honorable Mention Cynthia Wortmann. Oil/Acrylics - Intermediate: 1st Pat Reno Oil/Acrylics - Experienced: 1st Vernie Frigeri, 2nd Caroline Durr, 3rd Marion Giblin, Honorable Mention Janice Grillo Oil/Acrylics - Advanced: 1st Michael Manghise, 2nd Jean Paul, 3rd Dixie Kraft, Honorable Mentions Bob Ewing, Gloria Hosek, Marsha Lucidi, Arlene Egert. We feel very blessed to have so many accomplished artists in our KPAL Community. From our President, Mary Ann Meeker: “Our Art
Best of Show: Robert Krowl “Capri by the Sea”
Show was a huge success. We should be so proud of all the talent we have in the League. It is wonderful to share our gifts with the community. I think some were speechless. I heard one couple say, “Amazing all the talent in this community.” Taking the time to prepare a show and manage all the logistics is always a job. A very special thanks to Diane Simon, she took the reins and guided the committees through the process.”
Peer Award: Pat Herzberg “Wall of Fall”
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Contract Bridge Super Crossword
By Steve Becker THE RIGHT VIEW TO TAKE
PICTURE OF JOY
A declarer should try to avoid relying on a method of play that depends essentially on luck when there is another method of play that either reduces or eliminates the luck factor. Assume you’re in five diamonds and West leads the ace and another spade, which you ruff. Offhand it might seem that you should draw trumps and play
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the ace and another club. If the clubs are divided 2-2, you make the contract; if they’re divided 3-1, you go down one. But this would be the wrong approach. If you study the matter more closely, it becomes clear that you can make the contract in several cases where the clubs are divided 3-1, provided you take the necessary steps to cater to a 3-1 as well as a 2-2 division. The proper line of play is to draw trumps, cash the A-K of hearts and ruff a heart. Then, instead of playing the ace and another club, you lead a low club from your hand. Observe the effect of this play in the actual deal. When East wins the trick with the queen, he is forced to return a spade or a heart, allowing you to ruff in your hand and discard a club from dummy, making the contract. The outcome would be the same if East had the singleton king or jack. Note that in the cases where West held the KQx or KJx, putting up the king on your low club lead would simply force West rather than East to make a losing return. © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Strange But True By Samantha Weaver
• It was a wise man, Will Rogers, who observed, “Half our life is spent trying to find something to do with the time we have rushed through life trying to save.” •Cleopatra’s husband was her brother, Ptolemy. • Melanie Roberts, a 41-yearold Ohio woman, was forced to have her left leg amputated. Shortly thereafter, while still recovering, she was shocked to receive a $600 bill for the funeral of her leg. Evidently, she was supposed to pay for the limb’s burial -- and the bill was even broken down into the separate costs for the plot, the minister, the hearse and the gravediggers. • The name “Alice” means “noble kind”; “Amy” means “beloved”; “Angela” means “messenger of God”; and “Amanda” means “lovable.” • During the Muslim feast of Al-Adha, a sheep was to be sacrificed on top of a four-story building in Cairo, Egypt. In a fit of terror or anger, the doomed sheep rushed the executioner, who then lost his balance and fell to his death. • Ever wonder why so many coin banks are shaped like pigs? Here’s the story: In ancient times, a lump of clay was called a “pygg.” A clay bowl formed from this lump would often be used to hold loose change, and it was called a pygg bowl bank. According to legend, at a later point in history, a potter unfamiliar with the term received an order for several of these pygg bowl banks. Instead of the bowls, he made coin banks shaped like pigs; they became such a hit that they’re still around today. • The Puritans wouldn’t allow the singing of Christmas carols. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Thought for the Day: “’A little knowledge is a dangerous thing.’ That is why so many persons don’t fool with it.” -- Dan Kidney © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Salome’s Stars ARIES (March 21 to April 19) A pesky health problem should clear up soon. Meanwhile, travel -- both for personal as well as for business reasons -- is strong in the Aries aspect this week, and well into the next. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Look for Bovines to be on the move this week, whether it’s traveling for fun or for business. Other “moves” include workplace adjustments and, for some, relationship changes. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Geminis who have just gone through a hectic period involving job and/or family matters might want to take some well-earned time out to relax and restore those drained energy levels. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A romantic situation seems to have stalled, just when the Moon Child was expecting it to go forward. Could that be a bad case of miscommunication going on. Talk it over openly and honestly. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Showing a genuine interest in something that’s important to a friend, family member or colleague could open a communication line that had been pretty much shut down for a while. VIRGO (August 23 to Sept. 22) Making a potentially lifechanging decision takes as much knowledge as you can gather, plus determination and patience. Take your time working it out. Don’t let anyone rush you. LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) You should be back on schedule and heading in the right direction after clearing up a misunderstanding. But there could still be some setbacks. If so, correct them immediately. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) A business matter keeps you pretty busy, but try to squeeze in time to be with family as well as close friends. You need the good vibrations you get from people who care for you. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Investing in an attractive prospect (business or personal) with little or no information can be risky. Avoid future problems by getting all the facts before you act. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Someone close to you might have an unexpected reaction to a decision you feel you’re prepared to make. Listen to his or her point of view. It could prove to be surprisingly helpful. AQUARIUS (Jan.20 to Feb.18) Don’t give up yet. That once warm, personal relationship that seems to be cooling off fast could recover with some tender, loving care, and who better than you to provide it? PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Career matters are strong this week. You might want to enter a training program to enhance your skills. Also, consider getting professional help in preparing a brilliant resume. BORN THIS WEEK: You have a way of respecting the feelings of others, which is one reason people feel comfortable having you in their lives. © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc.
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