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Submitted by Barry Dyer Members and guests of the Silver Osprey Squadron, Association of Naval Aviation, spent Friday, April 5 at The Fantasy of Flight in Polk City. This visit took the place of our planned bus visit to the MacDill AFB Air Show, which had been cancelled by the Sequester. Since CDR Roger Kennicutt, USN (ret.) had already committed a down payment on the bus, he took the bull by the horns, and changed the destination to Fantasy of Flight. The Fantasy of Flight is always a favorite of the group, since many of the members could revisit planes they had flown in the past. This is a list of restored aircraft at Fantasy of Flight that some of the members had flown before: F4U Corsair, Curtiss P-40 Warhawk, Grumman J2F Duck, Grumman F-4F Wildcat, Grumman TBF Avenger,
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Grumman F9F Panther, North American P-51 Mustang, Boeing N2S Stearman, North American SNJ, Consolidated PBY Catalina, and Lockheed WV-2 Super Constellation. Though we spent most of the time viewing the WW II aircraft some of the best restoration craftsman spent their time making Fantasy of Flight’s World War I collection one of the best in the country. There were two special speakers. Fantasy of Flight’s owner, Kermit Weeks, gave a special flight demonstration of a restored 1938 German Fieseler Storch. This was world’s first true STOL (Short Takeoff and Landing) aircraft. He did a fly by at 30 mph, just 5 mph above stalling speed. After a very short distance landing in less than 200 feet, he taxied up to the spectators, shut the engine down, and gave a talk
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Photo courtesy Tony Hisgett & WikiCommons German Fieseler Storch in flight.
about this plane, and t h e n the others on the flight line. Gerhard Fieseler designed the plane in 1935. Almost 4000 were built between 1937 and 1945. Some interesting events involving the Storch: Marshall Rommel (“The Desert Fox”) flew in one throughout his North African Campaign. It was used to rescue Mussolini from a mountaintop hotel. It was a Storch that carried the bomb used in the attempt on Hitler’s life. During the final days of the war, famous German woman test-pilot Hanna Reich flew a Storch into the heart of Berlin to get last minute instructions from Hitler. The other talk was given by the chief of restoration, Ken Kellett. In 1978, Ken built a fully operational replica of the Wright Flyer, in honor of the 75th anniversary of the Wright brothers’ flight. He
made 23 flights in the plane. However, the Silver Osprey Squadron members were even more interested in what Ken had to say about his current project. Many of our members are from the Tampa Bay area and are aware that the world’s first scheduled airline was the St. Petersburg-Tampa Airboat Line which began flying across Tampa Bay on January 1, 1914. The pilot, Tony Jannus, carried one passenger who sat beside him in the open cockpit. The fare was $5.00 which is about $400.00 in today’s dollars. The 44’ wingspan biplane was built by Robert Benoist of St. Louis, and was powered by a 75 hp 6 cylinder water cooled engine. RELATED STORY ON PAGE 5 Continued on Page 5
United Community Church Selects Woman of the Year The Women’s Fellowship of United Community Church, 1501 La Jolla, Sun City Center is honored and very pleased to have selected Anne Ginevan as their Woman of the year for 2013. Anne was born in Pennsylvania in 1942 and lived in several different states while growing up. Having a father in the Navy instilled her love to travel, which she still does today. Anne’s interest in social work prompted her to attend the University of Pittsburgh where she received a BA in Social Work, MA in Counseling and a PhD in Education. She married David Ginevan in 1964, and worked in higher education for several years at Pitt, Penn State and eventually at St. Michael’s College. Anne was also a School Social Worker for the Pittsburgh Public Schools. In 1973, Anne and David moved to Middlebury, VT, where they spent 32 great years raising their three children. In the late 70’s, Anne started an Adult Day Care Center in Middlebury. It was the second such center in the state. It began as a program of the local mental health agency, but soon became an independent non-profit agency. Now thirty-
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four years later, it is a nationally recognized program having well over 100 daily participants. Anne left this position to become the Director of their county United Way. In fifteen years, fundraising increased from $35,000 to over $500,000, with the same population base. Anne learned a great deal about her community in that position, and she was persuaded to run for the Vermont House of Representatives, where she served two terms representing
the town of Middlebury. At the conclusion of her second term, Anne was appointed by the Governor to the position of Commissioner of Labor for the State, from which she retired in 2004. As well as working full time during most of these years, Anne served her community as a volunteer on various boards and committees. Although they loved Vermont, thirty-two years of ice and snow were enough. In 2003, Anne and David moved to Sun City Center, FL, where she became active in the local mental health committee. She also began playing more golf and bridge, which she still does today in her spare time. David Ginevan passed away in 2010, and Anne visits her children and eight grandchildren whenever possible in Maine, Massachusetts and Virginia. She enjoys travel and last year was fortunate to take a Baltic Cruise, visiting St. Petersburg, Russia and later in the summer, a safari in Tanzania, Africa. In 2006, Anne and David had transferred their church membership from Middlebury to the United Community Church in
Sun City Center. Anne served on the Board of Deacons for three years and is an active member of the Women’s Fellowship and a member of one of its circles. When the position of ViceModerator became available, Anne was elected to fill it. She served for two years, one of these overlapping with duties as a Deacon, and then was elected to the Moderator’s position. This will be her fourth year as Moderator. Anne is part of the task force that developed the Mary Petro Ministry and serves as one of its office volunteers. The Mary Petro Program provides temporary relief to the Sun City Center residents who are in dire need of assistance with food and/or medicine. Where the expression “beacon of light” is expressed, Anne is immediately in our thoughts. Love, thoughtfulness, kind and caring comfort touches and hugs – and always that beautiful smile will touch your heart. Suddenly, this Christian woman has completed your day and you realize she has made life and the world beautiful because she is in it.
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Freedom Plaza News Submitted by MJ Rice Cinco de Mayo became a part of Mexican tradition when the day was set aside to commemorate the May 5 defeat of the French at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. Joining our neighbors to the South and our citizens of Mexican heritage, Cinco de Mayo celebrations have spread across the United States. Cities from Phoenix, to Portland, to Washington, D.C. are planning festive Cinco de Mayo galas. Freedom Plaza will join in the festivities beginning with a chili cook-off on Friday, May 3, 2013. On Monday, May 6 area
residents are invited to join us as the festivities continue with a “Margarita Monday” golf tournament at Freedom Fairways. The Dance Club, also open to the public, is planning a Cinco de Mayo theme when they meet on Thursday, May 16. The Chili Cook-off is an annual, friendly competition between chefs from area Brookdale Senior Living communities. Tampa, Seminole, Bradenton, and Sarasota sites are participating in the 2013 cook off hosted by Freedom Plaza. The judges will consist of several residents
The Editor’s Corner Keep up with Kings Point on the Go! Did you know you can read each edition of the News of Kings Point, cover-to-cover, online? Yep! So, if you are going on a trip or you are headed up north for the season, you can keep up with all the doings in Kings Point anywhere you have an Internet connection. That’s just one of the features and benefits we offer at www.NewsOfKingsPoint.com. Have you visited our website lately? If not, here is what else you are missing: At least one year of archives. That’s right, if you ever miss an issue you can find it online. Our Internet archive goes back at least one year prior to the current issue. So you never have to miss an issue. The easy submissions form. If you have a topic, event or comment you want to see in News of Kings Point, send it to our editorial offices via the convenient online submissions form. You can even attach pictures and other files to your submission. Letters to the editor. You likely have noticed we do not publish letters to the editor in our monthly print issue. Two reasons for this. First, the monthto-month wait for the next issue does not encourage current conversation. Second, the web offers all of us an opportunity to publish comments and discuss issues pertinent to Kings Point residents in real time. Submit a letter via our submission link and we will post it and open the forum for comments. Speaking of comments, many of our readers want to comment on our feature articles. We publish 4 to 6 feature articles in post format each month. This format allows our readers to log in and post comments or ask questions about the articles.
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from each of the Brookdale communities. Residents will have an opportunity to sample the various chefs creations as they sip on margaritas and enjoy in house entertainment. Non alcoholic beverages will also be available. Freedom Fairways will host a Cinco de Mayo plus one “Margarita Monday” tournament on May 6. The format is a two person scramble. Men and women are welcome. A 1:00 PM shotgun, the fee for this tournament is $15.00 including cart. Please take note, if you use your own cart the fee is just $10.00.
Teams will be accepted on a first come basis. Please, call the pro shop 813.633.4653 to sign up. This will be a fun day with, what else, margaritas, salsa and chips served in the Plaza Club after golf. Fun prizes will be awarded to the winners. The Dance Club meeting on Thursday, May 16, 7:00 – 9:30 will continue the celebration with colorful decorations in keeping with the Cinco de Mayo theme. Wear your most colorful clothes, bring your salsa steps and dance the evening away to music provided by Mario. There will be an affordable cash bar.
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Stock Market Up, “Squad” Donations Down Jan Huber, Asst. Chief, PR
Sometimes things are just inexplicable. Your All-Volunteer Emergency Squad went on 6,800 emergency runs last year and that was right here in Sun City Center and Kings Point. Our Wheelchair vans assisted over 2,500 people to Drs. appointments. We do it all, always without a charge. We are truly “Neighbors Helping Neighbors” right here in our community. None of our volunteers are paid and we receive absolutely no Federal, State or County funds. Some people have said that they thought we were a part of the Community Association and thus were financially supported by the CA. That is not true. We are a free-standing organization and not in any way associated with the CA. We are, and have always been, totally dependent upon the community for support. Other people have said that they thought the Emergency Squad and the Security Patrol
was the same. This is another misconception. The “Squad” has been in operation for almost 50 years and we service both Kings Point and Sun City Center and we are not, in any way, affiliated with the Security Patrol. What other community in the entire State of Florida, or for that matter, anywhere, offers Emergency Medical Service to it’s residents, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year? And this service is provided at absolutely no cost. I hope some of the local misconceptions are now cleared up and that when you receive a request for a donation for the EMERGENCY SQUAD that you will respond generously. We want to continue to provide this outstanding service to the community and we need your help. Thank You.
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L to R: Bonnie Murphy, Tom Murphy, Toria Smith, Chief Noreen Schramm, Charlotte Smith, HelenAnn Frobose.
The SCC Emergency Squad was invited to partake in the Chamber of Commerce Business Expo on April 4. Almost 100 Blood Pressures were taken and 200 Files of life were distributed. The Squad is totally dependent upon the community for support since they receive no Federal or State monies. Any contributions are gratefully accepted.
Shellcrafters Support Squad With $2,000 Donation Submitted by Jan Huber
The SCC Emergency Squad was the recipient of a generous $2,000 donation from the Shellcrafters Club. Chief Schramm told the audience that the Squad is fully funded by donations. They receive no Federal, State. or County monies. The Squad is L to R: Jennifer Hamme, Mary Soja, Carolyn Griffey, Noreen Schramm, the largest all-volunteer EMS Chief, Susan Seipelt, Sheila Rooney, Marie Fox. organization in the state of Florida. They responded to 6800 emergency calls last year right in the Sun City Center and Kings Point area. If you think you might be interested in joining this prestigious organization, please call 813-633-1411 or visit the web site at www.scc-ems.us.
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Former Vice Chief of Staff, US Air Force, speaks to the Association of Naval Aviation
General Monroe Hatch, Jr. USAF (Ret.) was recently a guest speaker for Silver Osprey Squadron #64 of the Association of Naval Aviation. General Hatch began his 39-year military career as a midshipman at the United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD. Upon graduation in 1955, he was commissioned as a second Lieutenant in the United States Air Force. This occurred for about 20 percent of both Annapolis and West Point graduates until the new Air Force Academy’s first class graduated. The title of General Hatch’s talk was, “Looking Back and Looking Ahead.” In looking back, work with nuclear weapons started with his first assignment as a Nuclear Missile Control Officer and continued as he logged more than 6000 pilot hours in B-47 and B-52 bombers. Some of his longest B-52 flights occurred during the time of the Cuban missile crisis (October 15-28, 1962). He flew 22-hour missions east of the North Pole far enough to
Guest Speaker, USAF General Monroe Hatch, Jr. with Silver Osprey Commanding Officer, USN, Rear Admiral Larry Chambers.
be seen on Soviet radar, before turning back to Limestone AFB in northern Maine. These flights continued daily until the crisis ended. The cold war didn’t start to thaw until Mikhail Gorbachev arrived on the scene in 1985. During the early stages of this thaw, there were several Soviet-US military exchange trips in the late ‘80s. General Hatch was selected as one of the officers that participated in these joint
activities. He enjoyed both the formal and informal meetings of Soviet officers, some becoming top leaders in the early ’90s. In the “Looking Ahead” part of his talk, General Hatch shared his thoughts about the status of nuclear weapons throughout the world and about where he thought most of the dangers were. A lively question and answer session followed. General Hatch had not planned to talk about his post-retirement
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Ken Kellet is in charge of building the replica and matching it with a reverse engineered engine in time for the commemoration flight on January 1, 2014. A number of Silver Osprey Squadron members plan to be
activities. When encouraged to talk about them, he did admit that he had become the Executive Director of the 150,000-member Air Force Association for three years in the early 90’s. He worked with veterans from the American Legion, VFW and others to make sure that the Smithsonian Enola Gay exhibit was changed from being controversial to being one of the most successful they ever held! Silver Osprey Squadron meetings are normally held the second Friday of each month ending with the May meeting and restarting in September. The luncheon meetings are scheduled from 11:30 to 1:30 at the Freedom Plaza Club, 3932 Upper Creek Drive, Sun City Center. You do not have to be former military to attend. All that is required is an interest in military aviation. Please note that the next meeting open to the public will take place on May 10, 2013. For further information, email silverosprey@yahoo.com. in St. Petersburg to witness that flight. For further information about the Silver Osprey Squadron and our group activities please e-mail silverosprey@yahoo.com, or go to www.suncitycenter.org, select “Activities,” then “Veterans”
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May, 2013
The inaugural 2011-2012 "Where in theWorld is the News of Kings Point" contest was an unmitigated success. Scores of our enthusiastic readers submitted photos of themselves holding the News of Kings Point all over the world. Building on that success, we are announcing the Second Annual "Where in the World is the News of Kings Point" contest. We know that many of you folks love to travel as much as our resident wanderer, Eddie Dixon. So,when you go on the road or on that cruise in the coming months, be sure to take along your NOKP. Snap a photo of you or a loved one holding up the paper with the News of Kings Point masthead clearly visible. Send your digital image to news@thenewsofkingspoint.com so we can put your smiling face in the paper.
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Did we mention…THERE'S A PRIZE!!! The esteemed travel experts at Legendary Journeys have generously agreed to continue sponsoring this annual contest event by donating a ONE WEEKCARIBBEAN CRUISE. That's right! Each year we will be drawing a name from our submitted photos and some lucky traveler will cruise the Caribbean courtesy of Legendary Journeys and News of Kings Point. The 2012-2013 contest will run from June 1, 2012 - May 31, 2013. So get those photos in ASAP! Details are available, by request, from news@thenewsofkingspoint.com.
Dixon’s Destinations
Doris Long in Las Vegas.
Harriet Wollmers and Tom Wolf.
Fred & Shelby Thompson at the Cathedral of Monaco where Grace Kelly was married and where she is buried.
w/ Eddie Dixon Spring is travel season, and may of our friends and neighbors have hit the road and the high seas, taking their News of Kings Point along for the ride. In this month’s Dixons Destinations, we talk to several folks about where they went and why you should put a visit on your “bucket list.” Doris Long connected with her daughter in Las Vegas for some fun at the Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino. But these adventure seekers were not content to try their luck at the gaming tables. They set out to Bolder City for some skydiving too. Doris said she took her News of Kings Point to read on the plane. We think that’s a great idea, Doris! Doris said she and her daughter had a terrific time in Sin City. Though she came back no richer, she also came back “no poorer” for her visit. Hey, any time you can break even in Vegas you’re beating the house. Great job, Doris! Harriet Wollmers and Tom Wolf enjoyed a weeklong Western Caribbean Cruise this past March. Both Harriet and Tom enjoyed the entire trip. “There were not ‘not so favorite moments’ Harriet told me. Harriet says her favorite moment of the cruise was dancing in the Ocean Bar. Harriet and Tom also enjoyed their hop on and off train ride in Key West. “And
our favorite food was served in the Pinnacle Room of Holland American Ryndam.” As for shopping, both Tom and Harriet returned home with favorite mementos of their voyage. Harriet found a pair of pink quartz earrings and a silver necklace and Tom discovered a Mayan Pyramid pendant. Two more Kings Point couples enjoyed a West Caribbean cruise to Cozumel, Mexico. Jo Ann & Paul Miletich and Ellen & Patrick Thomas spent seven days aboard an NCL cruise ship. The couples loved the ship but weren’t that crazy about the open dining format. “Too many long waits to be seated.” While they enjoyed the Mayan Ruins in Costa Maya, these folks were not overly impressed with Roatan or Belize. That’s one of the most compelling aspects of travel. Sometimes a place or attraction really connects with you. Other times not so much. But you never really know until you go! We also received an update from a “Where in the World” entrant from last month, Robbin and Terry Upson. The couple is still in Mobile, Alabama where Terry is supervising the dry dock repair of two Tampa vessels at Signal Ship Repair. Robbin sent us a few fun shots of her holding her News of Kings Point in the shadow of these massive ships.
Robbin in the shadow of a massive ship.
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MayPoem Submissions The Cows Have Come Home
Their parade is without fanfare. No trumpets, drums or flags. Their lows signal its start each evening. Routinely organized...single file... Reversing the day’s journey with a lumbering, deliberate cadence. No cheers, hand claps or hurrahs, Just a calm assurance of tomorrow, big and small, young and old. The child from the city smiles at the picture book patterns of brown, black and white. Her delight must ride atop the gentle breeze like a silent pssst...a little one stops and stares back. For a moment, she is reminded of the carefree, seemingly endless days of her youth. Where have they gone? Then as if coming out of a trance, both look up to see that the parade has moved on. The little one runs as fast as it can to catch up. She can only walk slowly into what remains of that day.
Robbin standing next to a massive ship.
•Who all went (full names) •Where did you go? •What time of year did you go? •How long did you stay? •Favorite moments? •Not so favorite moments? •Recommended attractions, food, shopping?
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We think it is terrific that so many of you are excited about taking your News of Kings Point along with you to so many exotic destinations, and we would love to hear more about your trips. We will continue to publish stories based on interviews I have done with our “Where in the World” contest entrants. In these interviews, our travelers share favorite moments and places, travel tips and recommendations. So, if you are planning to submit your own “Where in the World” photo, when you send it in, please include the following information:
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And, as always, if you are interested in booking a trip to any of the destinations featured here, contact our friends over at Legendary Journeys to explore your travel options and book your trip. Call them in SCC at 813.633.4521 or find them online at www. LJ.travel.
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Pixie is a sweet little female who was brought to the shelter with three buddies. She has bounced back from her early misadventures to be a real little lover who loves to be held by volunteers and gets her motor going right away. She also has a wonderful orange hue to her fur. Please come into C.A.R.E. soon and take Pixie along to her forever home. Pixie has been spayed, microchipped, and brought up-to-date on her shots. DOB: September 2, 2005.
Tilly is an adorable Carolina Dog mix with the cutest ears. She had a home since she was just a few weeks old but, unfortunately, her family can no longer care for her. This is due to no fault of her own. Tilly is a fun gal with a big personality. She zips around the yard playing chase with the other dogs. She is incredibly fast! When it is time to settle down, Tilly is just as happy to snuggle. Tilly has also been around dogs and kids her whole life. Don’t miss out on this fantastic little road runner! Tilly is spayed and current on her shots. DOB: April 2, 2012
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I am Fudge. My owner had to move, and I couldn’t go with him. I am a 4 year old, sweet, loving boy. I’m easy to get along with, and very laid back. Please help me to find my forever home.
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Community Contributors Sunny & Woolley
By Bob Preston If you have ever been to Michigan and strayed anywhere outside of the big cities like Detroit you know it has some of the most beautiful landscape in the entire USA. Northern Michigan, in particular, with its rolling hills and vast areas of almost wilderness, consists of open space, numerous lakes and mini forests, truly an outdoorsman’s or woman’s, for that matter, Eden. It is there on my first trip to that part of our country where I first met Guillaume Bucher and Sunny. Neither knew each other at that time. Our snowbird friends from Novi, Michigan invited my wife and I to visit. Novi’s peculiar name was derived from its origin of being the number six stop of the pony express, so they say. These folks are true outdoors people who hunt and fish and just take rides through the woods to see wildlife in its own habitat. They have a small lovely cottage on Little Headquarters Lake in northern Michigan. Sunny was a yearround resident of the Little Headquarters Lake vicinity. It is easy to admire Sunny from afar or up close. She is agile, cunning, slightly daring and is often observed just enjoying the environment around her. For the most part, you wouldn’t call Sunny large, but she was sort of big for her age, however not in a way that took away from her overall appeal. Her eyes were the darkest ebony you have ever seen. She moved with little effort and showed subtle grace. In spite of her apparent naivety, she had an air of wisdom that comes with living in that neighborhood near nature. Early one day while enjoying my morning coffee was when I came across Guillaume Bucher (Booze–air). We were not too far from Canada, so I guess he was of French decent. He was kind of different looking. His complexion was dark and had very small eyes. His hair gave the impression of being like some kind of fuzzy material like chenille. He had a cowlick that looked like a discarded hackle feather from some sort of rooster. But yet, he was still kind of sharp in his own way. He had been dubbed the Americanized nickname of Woolley Booger, resulting from the translation of his French
name, Guillaume, to William, then to Willy. Woolley came from what his hair looked like. Booger just fit. He didn’t like the nickname at first, but it helped him garner friendship and affiliation with others, so he stuck with it and didn’t mind if I called him by that name. Sitting still was not one of Woolley’s strong points. From a distance, it seemed he would be flitting and flipping all over the place. I liked Woolley and he I felt he fit in with my likes and dislike. Sunny, who was up early as well, was enjoying the morning warmth close by. She must have been attracted to old Woolley because she seemed to be fidgeting and continuously staring at him. Every quick movement by Woolley seemed to increase her interest. The look in Sunny’s black eyes showed desire, the kind of “I could eat you up” kind of desire. Woolley seemed to be oblivious to Sunny’s interest. However, I noticed how Sunny was acting. As odd as her attraction was, I thought I wonder what would happen if those two got together. I don’t know what made me do it. I nudged old Woolley so that he dropped in the Little Headquarters Lake right in front of Sunny. Her reaction was unbelievable. She moved like lightning. Woolley never had a chance; she was all over him and in fact Sunny did “eat him up. You see Sunny was a onepound sunfish and Woolley booger was one of the best flies in my collection. Sunny was a worthy opponent. She tested my angling skills and my equipment, however, I landed her just the same. As I was sure she would make a great morsel for lunch, I released her until next year when I might introduce her to some of my other charming deceivers in my little bag of tricks. EDITOR’S NOTE: Hey Kings Point residents! News of Kings Point is looking for a group of local writers to add to our excellent community content. It could be humorous or interesting observations like you just read, community news or club events. Here’s what we’re looking for: •Stories between 300 and 600 words long •Digital images to accompany the story •Folks who live in Kings Point or greater Sun City Center
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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. FRI. MAY 3 - THE IRISH CONNECTION GENERAL MEETING 6:30 p.m. in the Florida Room. Donna Moughty, Professional Genealogist of Lakewood Ranch, FL, will speak on Irish history and how to learn about your past, having twenty years of conducting research programs on Ireland studies. She attends and has been a speaker at the National Institute for Genealogical Research at the National Archives of Salt Lake Institute and Genealogical Congress in Ireland, has been an instructor of Historical Research at Samford University, and Chair of the Professional Conference for the Association of Professional Genealogists. To RSVP for the free program which is open to the public, call Pat 813.634.7447 or Bonnie 813.642.8663 SAT. MAY 4 - PAWS FUR A CAUSE - BENEFITING ELMIRA’S WILDLIFE SACTUARY 10:00 a.m. for registration at Apollo Beach Rec Center and Dog Park, 664 Golf & Sea Blvd., Entry fees: per pet or per person; $5 each: 1-mile fun run w/pet, furry fashion show entry, field fetch, obstacle course, pet photos. Hosted by Girl Scout Troop 1950. PRIZES and pet related vendors. For more information, call Melinda @ 813-843-3245. SAT. MAY 4 - OHIO CLUB KENTUCKY DERBY PARTY 4:30 p.m. at Borini Theatre at Kings Point. The Michigan Club has graciously invited us to join them in the running of the roses. Please make your reservations with Marianne Turman at 1954 Wolf Laurel Dr. (634-7770). Make your check for
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$12.00 per person payable to Ohio Club by April 29th. Dinner will be a buffet with wings, shrimp, meat balls, several salads, baked beans, desserts and soft drinks. It is a BYOB event. There will be wagering on he race, prizes for best Derby hats/ costume and a 50/50 drawing. SUN. MAY 5 - GRILL FOR A CAUSE BENEFIT 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. in the flag pole area outside the Sun City Center Community Hall 1910 South Pebble Beach Blvd. Serving BBQ pork and beef hot dogs/brats during the Variety Show Benefit 2:30-4:30 p.m. for building a SMART HOUSE Stephen Siller FDNY Tunnel to Tower Foundation for SGT Nicholson in South Tampa. All proceeds ($2 per serving) from the “Grilling” will be submitted to the Stephen Siller (FDNY) Tunnel to Tower Foundation for SGT Nicholson’s SMART HOUSE.” SUN. MAY 5 - FREE SUNDAY DANCE PRACTICE 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Every Sunday in the Dance Studio in the Atrium CA Central Campus, N. Pebble Beach Blvd. Need a place to practice your dance skills to various types of music? This is not a lesson, just a time to practice with some good music. The session sponsored by the SCC Dance Club, is open to all members of the SCC Community Association and to residents of Kings Point. SUN. MAY 5 - FUNDRAISING SHOW TO BENEFIT MARINE CORPS SGT MICHAEL JOHNSON AT COMMUNITY HALL 2:30 p.m. at Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. SCC. Entertainment will be provided by well known local talent, including BILL BARKER (MC and soloist) TROY COMAN, JOHN CORTESE, HOWE PERRIGO, JOANNE PODGURSKI, PAT RAIMONDO, THE SUNSATIONS, THE TIMESTEPPERS, and CHUCK WIRICK ON PIANO. Tickets are available for a $10 donation at the Atrium Ticket Kiosk M-W-F from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. They can also be obtained at the Sun City Chamber of Commerce Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. For those of you who do not wish to get your tickets in advance, THEY WILL ALSO BE AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR. ALL PROCEEDS from this event will go towards funding to build a specially adapted “SMART HOME” for Sgt. Nicholson. Similar homes have been built under the sponsorship of Building for America’s Bravest - a partnership between the Stephan Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation and the Gary Sinise Foundation. For additional information or tickets please contact Jim Glass at 6334298. SUN. MAY 5 - SINGLES SOCIAL DANCE CLUB 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. in the Atrium Bldg., Florida Room to dance to the wonderful music of Thor Stevens. Members $3; Non-members $5. BYOB and snacks. Water and ice provided. Proper dress requested (please, no jeans or shorts). Info: Janet 633-3558. MON. MAY 6 WOMEN’S INTERDENOMINATIONAL BIBLE STUDY 9:30 a.m. in the Life Enrichment Center - SCC United Methodist Church, 1210 Del Webb West. FREE. Questions: Sue 633-9083. You are invited to join us for a study of Ephesians, fellowship, music and prayer. You are so welcome to share our blessings! MON. MAY 6, 13, 20, 27 - OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS 10:00 a.m. at the Sun City Chamber of Commerce meeting room (private entrance to meeting room is on the left side of the building). This is a newly-organized meeting of Overeaters Anonymous. The only requirement for attending is a desire to stop compulsively overeating. OA is an international 12-step organization/program which addresses the emotional, spiritual and physical needs of those desiring to stop compulsively eating and/or overeating. No scales, dues or fees and all are welcome. Please join us any Monday morning. You can learn more about OA online at http://www.oa.org/newcomers/isoa-for-you
MON MAY 6, 13, 20 – METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY BOOK GROUP 1:00 p.m. in the Armstrong Room at 953 North Course Lane, Sun City Center. The current metaphysical book is “Minding the Body, Mending the Mind” by Joan Borysenko. No homework. The group reads aloud and discusses as they go. Open to SCC/KP members and guests. Admission is free. For information call Alice at 813-634-9065. MON MAY 6, 13, 20 – METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY DRUM CIRCLE 6:30 p.m. in the Eberhardt Room at 909 North Course Lane, Sun City Center. Bring your drums, rattles, rain sticks, pots and/or pans and enjoy each other’s company in joyous revelry. Open to SCC/KP members and guests. Admission is free. For information call Holli at 813-419-4704. WED. MAY 8, 15, 22, 29 - THERAPEUTIC TAI CHI OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 10:00 11:00 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Our therapists have advanced training in therapeutic Tai Chi for Seniors and will provide guidance in this healthy exercise. Tai Chi has been proven to increase strength and balance! This class will be offered EVERY Wednesday due to increased demand. For more information, contact Debbie Caneen at 813634-3347. WED MAY 8 – METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY MEETING AND PRESENTATION 10:00 a.m. in the Heritage Room at 951 North Course Lane, Sun City Center. “Soul Mates and Twin Flames.” Local intuitive counselor Rev. Karn Goff will share with us her understanding of Soul Mates and the Twin Flame relationship. Have you ever wondered if you have a Soul Mate or Twin Flame? Come and explore this subject with us. Open to SCC/ KP members and guests. Admission: Love Offering. For information call Holli at 813-419-4704.
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WED. MAY 8 - IMPROVING CARE FOR VETERANS AT THE END OF LIFE 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Drive, Sun City Center. A seminar for anyone interested in Veterans and their care, especially end-of-life care provider organizations and health and human service professionals. CEU’s available for most health professionals. Event co-sponsored by Bridge Builders Center for Grief Education, Sun Towers Retirement Community and BrightStar Care. Fees: $25 (3 CEUs) and $10. Donation (no CEUs) if preregistered by May 6. Pre-register at: http://improvingcareforveterans. eventbrite.com. Late registration & walk-ins, add $10. For information call or email: Cora_ruff@verizon.net or 813-634-1654. WED. MAY 8 - DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Please join Judy Naugle, RN from Nurse on Call Home Health Care as she facilitates our support group “Everyday Basics of Diabetic Care.” THU. MAY 9 - COFFEE KLATCH 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. at Sun Trust Bldg. 1525 Rickenbacker Dr.(conference room). This is a group where you can share life’s challenges with others and put a positive spin on things. Come share with others how to make lemons into lemonade, make life a little sweeter, happier. Coffee and snacks provided. Offered by Wendy Burkhard LCSW 401-7452. THU. MAY 9 - MOTHER’S DAY TEA CELEBRATION 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Entertainment by “Just Us Duo”, Grilled Chicken Salad with Fresh Fruit along with a variety of wonderful teas to choose from. RSVP a must no later than May 6, 2013 to 813-634-3347 Continued on Page 11
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33573 From Page 10 THU. MAY 9 - CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S CONNECTION LUNCHEON 11:00 a.m. seating, program 11:30 to 1:30 p.m. at Club Renaissance, 2121 So. Pebble Beach Blvd. Sun City Center, with Inspirational speaker Marie Goodsell. Marie will share “Concentration Camp to Lady Liberty”. Menu, Pineapple Coconut chicken Salad plus Beverage and Dessert. Alternate meal of tossed salad with grilled chicken. If you desire this option, be sure to order it when you make your reservation. Cost is $17 inclusive. Reservations are required. Please call Pat Butler 938-4320 or Tara Flood 383-7540 or e-mail aunt.butler@gmail.com. Make reservations or cancellations before noon Monday May 6, 2013. THU. MAY 9, 16, 23, 30 – MICHAEL McGOLDRICK DISCUSSION GROUP. 11:00 a.m. in the Kings Point North Clubhouse – South Social Room (Tell gatekeeper you are going to the Clubhouse). This “Death and Dying” Discussion Group focuses on any facet – from the thought of one’s own path of dying or preparing one’s self and their family for their death. Join them as they discuss and work through the various emotional issues of dealing with death and the events surrounding mortality. Open to the public. Admission is free. For Information call Mike McGoldrick at 813-938-1252. THU. MAY 9 - MENTAL WELLNESS SUPPORT GROUP 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. This group is facilitated by Edmond Dubreuil MSW, RCSWI mental health professional. Supported by: South Shore Coalition on Mental Health & Aging & United Methodist Church of Sun City Center. FRI. MAY 10 - MOVIE: CHANGING HEARTS 6:30 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, 1210 Del Webb
Blvd. W. Sun City Center. This movie, ‘CHANGING HEARTS” is heart touching as well as romantic and funny. It is about two women that become friends while undergoing treatment in a medical center. To find out the outcome of this movie, you will have to come to the New “Life Enrichment Center” at the United Methodist Church at 6:00 p.m. Popcorn and other refreshments will be served 30 minutes before the movie starts. To help with the cost of the refreshments, donations are appreciated. SUN. MAY 12 - SCC OLDIES BUT GOODIES DANCE 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. in the SCC Community Hall. The entertainment is “Flashback”. The cost is $5.00 per person for guests. OBG members are free. BYOB. For more info call: Barbara Gingrich at 813-633-5649 MON. MAY 13 - WOMEN’S INTERDENOMINATIONAL BIBLE STUDY 9:30 a.m. in the Life Enrichment Center - SCC United Methodist Church, 1210 Del Webb West. FREE. Questions: Sue 633-9083. You are invited to join us for a study of Ephesians, fellowship, music and prayer. You are so welcome to share our blessings! MON. MAY 13 - IRISH CONNECTION CLUB MOVIE NIGHT 6:30 p.m. at the Rollins Theater. FEATURE: TARA ROAD. Adapted from a Maeve Binchy best seller starring: Andie MacDowell, Olivia Williams & Stephen Rae. Through a chance phone call, a grieving American mother meets an Irish wife recently dumped by her husband. The two agree to swap houses, (one in Connecticut and one in Dublin) in an attempt to find comfort amid new surroundings. Both enter a learning experience. Sub Titles Available. All are welcome. Bring a friend!
MON. MAY 13 – KEN SHEPSKI & TIM WILKINS 7:30 p.m. Kings Point Borini Theatre 1900 Clubhouse Dr. Sun City Center Fl. Ken is a vocalist with an extensive background in theatre on Broadway. He sounds like Josh Groban. Tim Wilkins is a comedian who has opened for the Righteous Brothers, Bob Newhart and Julio Iglesias. He’s very funny and clean. Tickets available for $12.50 at the Kings Point Box Office. For more information, please contact 813387-3447 MON. MAY 13, 20, 27 - SINGLES DANCE CLASSES 7:30 - 8:45 p.m. in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building. Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point Residents. This is a special dance session for singles only. We will be teaching a few Steps in the Rumba. For information call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205 or e-mail DANCEWITHBERNICE@GMAIL.COM. Cost is $15/per person for all three weeks. TUE. MAY 14, 21, 28 - SOCIAL DANCE CLASS Beginning - Tango - 5:30 PM Intermediate - Swing - 6:45 PM Beginning/Intermediate - Samba - 8:00 PM Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building. Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point Residents. Couples and Singles welcome. $5 per class. For information call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205. TUE. MAY 14 - SUN CITY CENTER PHOTO CLUB MEETING 6:30 in the Caper Room. Speakers are Michele and Tom Grimm who are freelance writers and photographers and have traveled throughout the United States and in 130 other countries taking photos and gathering material for books, websites, magazines, and newspapers. You can learn more about this interesting couple at www.tomgrimm.com.
WED. MAY 15, 22, 29 - SOCIAL DANCE CLASS (No Class on May 8) Beginning - Rumba - 12:45 PM Intermediate - Fox Trot - 2:00 PM Intermediate/Advanced - Cha Cha - 3:15 PM Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building. Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point Residents. Couples and Singles welcome. $5 per class. For information call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205. WED. MAY 15 – METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY MEETING PRESENTATION 10:00 a.m. in the Heritage Room at 951 North Course Lane, Sun City Center. “Pre-birth Planning.” Member Speaker Alice P. Williams, Sun City Center resident and longtime metaphysical student and teacher, will share her views, based on the principle of reincarnation, that we plan our earthly incarnations – our culture, the time of incarnation, our sex, our parents, children, career, and our purpose for incarnating. Keep an open mind as we explore this perspective, especially as you take a second look at your life of today. Open to SCC/KP members and guests. Admission: Love Offering. For information call Holli at 813 / 419-4704. WED. MAY 15 - SCC MEN’S CLUB MEETING & LUNCHEON with WIVES 11:30 a.m. Community Hall, 1901 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Member’s and invited guests cost $25.00. It includes a sit-down lunch, salad and desert plus beverages including wine. Entertainment by Lily Marlane singing old favorites and a range of musical genres. To hear more about becoming a member of the SCC Men’s Club contact John Armstrong at 634-6434. WED. MAY 15 - LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP WITH DR. OLIVA 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Continued on Page 12
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33573 From Page 11 Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. This support group is facilitated by Ana Maria Oliva, M.D. Do you have an interest in cataract surgery or corneal transplants, have dry eye? Why not ask the Doctor! Dr. Oliva specializes in these and many other disorders and is ready to assist you! For more information, contact Debbie Caneen at 813-634-3347. WED. MAY 15 - CLASSICAL MUSIC APPRECIATION 3:30 PM, Kings Point main clubhouse, SOUTH Social Room. PLEASE NOTE NEW LOCATION. Free. All lovers of classical music are invited. Information: Arthur C. Joy, 813-6339783 acjjr@tampabay.rr.com WED. MAY 15 - KINGS POINT LINE DANCERS FREE SOCIAL 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. in the Borini Theatre. No ticket to purchase, but please sign in upon arrival. Open to KP and SCC residents and their guests. BYOB and setups Dance to all genres of music, but this month’s theme is Siesta Party Time/Cinco de Mayo, so dress in spicy colors and costumes. If you are not a line dancer, come and see what it’s all about. Couples always welcome lots of room to dance. Call Jan for more info 6346226. THU. MAY 16 - FREE MEMORY SCREENINGS PROVIDED BY DR. MARY STEDMAN 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. FREE Memory Screenings provided by Dr. Mary Stedman from Stedman Clinical Trials. Interested in Clinical Trials designed to cure Alzheimer’s? Want to learn more about memory loss? Don’t miss this opportunity to meet with Dr. Stedman. RSVP for your screening today to 813-634-3347. THU. MAY 16 - ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP 10:00 - 11:15 a.m. at Homewood Residence, 3910 Galen Ct., (Just off Upper Creek Dr.) meets the first and third Thursday of the month. We’ll provide you with education and resources you need in a caring and confidential environment. Heather Comfort, Licensed Clinical Social Worker facilitates the group. Light Refreshments. Call Bev Hurley @ 813-633-4340 or bhurley@ brookdaleliving.com THU. MAY 16 - DIH/GARDEN WORKSHOP AT SUN CITY CENTER HOME DEPOT 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. at The Home Depot #6951 Sun City Center, FL. Greetings! Come join us for the next DIH / Garden workshop at Your Sun City Center Home Depot. Bring a friend, enjoy refreshments and learn in comfort. All about Succulents / Gardens (as inspired by Pinterest). PLUS! How to make an Hypertufa Pot. Keep on Growing, Valrie Massey - Certified Garden Associate. SAT. MAY 18 and SUN. MAY 19 - CAT SHOW PRESENTED BY THE INTERNATIONAL CAT ASSOCIATION 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sat, 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Sun at SCC Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. by the Cat Fanciers Club of Sun City Center. THIS SHOW IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. There is judging, raffles, food, vendors, cat photography and rescues. Cost is $6 per person or $5 with a can of cat food. For more information email CatFanciersClub@aol.com. SUN. MAY 19 - HIGHLIGHTS OF ARIADNE AUF NAXOS 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. - Rollins Theater. St. Petersburg Opera Co. will present Highlights of Ariadne auf Naxos. Individual tickets (12.00) are on sale at Atrium-Kiosk (M-W-F). Reserved seats. Open to public. Info 813-642-2001. SUN. MAY 19 - SINGLES MINGLE DANCE CLUB OF KINGS POINT 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. in the Main Clubhouse Studio to dance to the music of Thor Stevens. Admission $5.00. BYOB, ice and water provided. Dressy/casual attire. Info: Janet 633-3558. MON. MAY 20 - WOMEN’S INTERDENOMINATIONAL BIBLE STUDY 9:30 a.m. in the Life Enrichment Center - SCC United Methodist Church, 1210 Del Webb West. FREE. Questions: Sue 633-9083. You
are invited to join us for a study of Ephesians, fellowship, music and prayer. You are so welcome to share our blessings! MON. MAY 20 - PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP OF SUN CITY CENTER 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Drive. FREE Valet parking will be available at the entrance. Eden Feldman, MSW, Director of Outreach at USF Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorders Center facilitates this meeting. Are you concerned about issues walking once your disease progresses? If so, Bre Medlock, OTR/L CLT and Barry Estadt, retired Professor at Loyola University will enlighten you to the possibilities available in order to dismiss that concern. If you have Parkinson’s, or are caring for someone with this disease, be sure to attend this support group! FREE Valet Parking available at Entrance. MON. MAY 20, 27 - SINGLES DANCE CLASSES 7:30 - 8:45 p.m. in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building. Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point Residents. This is a special dance session for singles only. We will be teaching a few Steps in the Rumba. For information call Bernice DuBro at 6343205 or e-mail dancewithbernice@ gmail.com. Cost is $15 per person for all three weeks. TUE. MAY 21 - ETHICS AND VALUES IN THE BUSINESS WORLD 12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m. at the United Methodist Church of Sun City Center. Rev. Dr. Warren Langer is leading a new program for people working in the business world. There will be a monthly luncheon on the third Tuesday of each month beginning in April, from noon to 1 PM. The cost is $10 for a hot lunch. Besides the lunch, there will be a short message and a discussion period about ethical challenges in the business community. The Cost is $10 for a hot lunch. Reservations can be made through the church office at 813-634-2539. Also, there are brochures available for you in the church office for distribution to the businesses you use. TUE. MAY 21 - ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Drive. Bring Your Loved One For a Well Deserved Break. Facilitated by Aging Care Advocates. You will receive information while your loved one is cared for in our Secured Memory Care. Please RSVP no less than 3 days prior to 813-246-4120. For additional information, contact Debbie Caneen at 813-634-3347. TUE. MAY 21 - HANDICAPPED CLUB 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. at the Sandpiper Grille on South Pebble Beach Blvd. Social meeting and an early dinner (on your own). For information call Don @ 813-642-9116. WED. MAY 22 – METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY MEETING 10:00 a.m. in the Heritage Room at 951 North Course Lane, Sun City Center. “Chiropractic Care, Acupuncture, and Massage and Aroma Therapy.” Speakers, Chiropractic Physician Ron Latronica, Acupuncture Physician Magaly DiCanio, and Massage and Aroma Therapist Robin LeBleu share with us the benefits of their combined healing arts practice. Open to SCC/ KP members and guests. Admission: Love Offering. For information call Holli at 813-419-4704. THU. MAY 23 - COFFEE KLATCH 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. at Sun Trust Bldg. 1525 Rickenbacker Drive (conference room). This is a group where you can share life’s challenges with others and put a positive spin on things. Come share with others how to make lemons into lemonade, make life a little sweeter, happier. Coffee and snacks provided. Offered by Wendy Burkhard LCSW 401 7452. THU. MAY 23 - MENTAL WELLNESS SUPPORT GROUP 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. This group is facilitated by Edmond Dubreuil MSW, RCSWI mental health
professional. Supported by: South Shore Coalition on Mental Health & Aging & United Methodist Church of Sun City Center. THU. MAY 23 - MOONGLOW BALLROOM DANCE CLUB 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Members FREE; Visitors $5.00 per person at the door. Live Music by “Mario DeLeon”. Dressy Casual. BYOB & snacks, and we provide the Ice, water, cups & napkins. Singles Table(s) Available. We have our full 2013 Schedule of 12 monthly dances to Live Music! Information: 813-633-1297 OR 813642-8845. Email gail3357@gmail.com. SAT. MAY 25 - COCHLEAR IMPLANT SUPPORT GROUP (HEARING LOSS ASSISTANCE!) 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Drive Sun City Center. Receive an update on the new products released since our last gathering and the upcoming developments in the pipeline in addition to social time, Q & A, etc. Are you having difficulty with your hearing aid, have a cochlear implant or have severe hearing loss? A Doctor of Audiology from Advanced Bionics will be present to address your questions and concerns. Our CART recorder will provide real-time captioning. Sponsored by the Bionic Ear Association for people with severeto-profound hearing loss. Please RSVP to Sheila at ph# 386-848-5769 or email: sheila_ci777@yahoo.com. SUN. MAY 26 - SINGLES SOCIAL DANCE CLUB 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. in the Florida Room, Atrium Bldg. Live music by Thor Stevens. Members $3; Non-members $5. BYOB and snacks. Ice and water provided. Proper dress, please. Info: Janet 633-3558. MON. MAY 27 - WOMEN’S INTERDENOMINATIONAL BIBLE STUDY 9:30 a.m. in the Life Enrichment Center - SCC United Methodist
Church, 1210 Del Webb West. FREE. Questions: Sue 633-9083. You are invited to join us for a study of Ephesians, fellowship, music and prayer. You are so welcome to share our blessings! MON. MAY 27 - SINGLES DANCE CLASSES 7:30 - 8:45 p.m. in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building. Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point Residents. THIS IS A SPECIAL DANCE SESSION FOR SINGLES ONLY. We will be teaching a few Steps in the Rumba. For information call Bernice DuBro at 6343205 or e-mail DANCEWITHBERNICE@ GMAIL.COM. Cost is $15/per person for all three weeks. TUE. MAY 28 - AMPUTEE SUPPORT GROUP 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Facilitated by Ty Wilson, Patient Care Advocate with Orthotic & Prosthetic Centers. The group is open to amputees, their family member, friends and involved medical personnel. It is our goal to enrich the lives of amputees and help them reach their full potential. The tools we use are peer support, education and activism. For more information, contact Debbie Caneen at 813-634-3347. WED. MAY 29 – METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY MEETING PRESENTATION 10:00 a.m. in the Heritage Room at 951 North Course Lane, Sun City Center. “Wellness Education & Technology for All.” Speaker Julie Phillips will present a non-profit natural health education curriculum and the latest in wellness and weight management tools. She will share a doctor’s view of the technologies that fuel the mitochondria of the cells with ATP energy and helps to keep the cells clean, enabling the body to perform as designed in nature. Open to SCC/KP members and guests. Admission. Love Offering. For information call Holli at 813 / 419-4704.
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Journey of Love to Mt. Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
A Journey of Love, Compassion & Friendship, Blessed by God has brought us to this miraculous moment in time. The journey started in April, 2011 when two dynamic Sisters of our Lady of Kilimanjaro, visited St. Anne’s Catholic Church to appeal to the parishioners for a contribution for their mission. Sister Rosamunda & Castissima asked for help for the orphanage, infirmary, medical centers, hospitals and the schools in Diocese of Moshi, Tanzania. Their story reached our hearts. Daily children & babies are abandoned at their doorsteps, by sick or dying parents who choose to have the good sisters save their lives and raise them. Currently the orphanage has over 2,000 HIV Positive children in their care. So many children and so little food, clothes, shoes, and necessities of life for them. Yet these beautiful children are always smiling because the good sisters provide love, compassion, comfort, the teachings that they are the children of God. These children are the victim of primitive beliefs & practices that result in the spread of Aids throughout their society. These helpless children have grown up without parents, relying on patriarchal relatives and the Sisters of our Lady Kilimanjaro for the essentials of life. There needs are many and resources limited. When we
asked the Sisters how we could help Sr. Rosamunda humbly replied, “ well the children need pencils” and the rest is history. We successfully filled and shipped our first container on Feb 20th, 2012 and now we shipped the 2nd container on March 19th, 2013 to aid the Children & Sisters of Kilimanjaro
Special Thanks to the following Donors:
• Sun City Emergency Squad • Sun City Senior Living-Pacifica • Aston Gardens-Courtyards • Cypress Creek Assisted Living Residence • Brandon Brace • Parishioners’ of St. Anne Catholic Church • Parishioners’ of St. Patrick Catholic Church • Hawaiian Isles-Sewing Club • Sister Sarah • Beverly Wesley • Kirsten Zak • Norm & Sheila Thurston
The Sisters and Children send their prayers of Thanksgiving to residents of Sun City Center.
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South Bay Hospital Introduces Robotic Technology for Total Knee Replacement Surgery
South Bay Hospital’s Center for Joint and Spine Care is making total knee replacements less invasive and more precise with exciting new technology. By utilizing computer navigation with robotic technology, surgeons gain more control and precision in performing bone cuts that adhere to the desired surgical plan. This approach is intended to minimize trauma to the bone and surrounding tissue and help ensure proper implant
and leg alignment. When a knee joint is replaced, even a tiny misalignment between the implant and the bones can have a negative impact on the joint’s performance and longevity. The PRAXIM™ system, offered by OMNIlife science™, is a computer-assisted surgical system that generates a patient-unique computer model using BoneMorphing™ technology. This allows the
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By Paul G. Donohue, M.D.
DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I am 79 and have congestive heart failure with some high blood pressure. Please give the information you have on my illness. -- F.W. ANSWER: Congestive heart failure is a common illness in older people. Up to 10 percent of those older than 65 have it or have had it. The meaning is that the heart has become so weak that it can’t pump enough blood to support all body organs and tissues. You can call it just heart failure. The “congestive” word confuses people. The signs of a weakened heart are breathlessness when trying to do even relatively easy physical tasks, along with a feeling that all energy has left the body. A third sign is swelling, most often of the feet and ankles. The lungs also fill with fluid from backed-up blood, and that adds to the breathing difficulty. The lungs are congested with fluid. Clogged heart arteries, heart-valve problems, a previous heart attack, a former viral heart infection and uncontrolled high blood pressure are some of the causes of heart failure. Aging is a major cause. The heart is beginning to wear out. This sounds hopeless; it isn’t. Plenty can be done. For one, reduce the amount of salt and salty foods that you eat. Salt causes fluid retention in the body. Water pills (diuretics) remove excess body fluid, and they’re a constant part of treatment. Drugs called ACE inhibitors not only regulate blood pressure, but they also ease heart failure. This is only a sample of the drugs that are useful for the treatment of this condition. Once under treatment, you ought to be breathing with ease and feel a return of pep. An exercise program is then possible and an essential for treatment. The program is one that should be devised by your doctor. Walking is an excellent way to strengthen both body and heart muscles. The booklet on congestive heart failure provides detailed information on the condition and its treatment. Readers can order a copy by writing: Dr. Donohue -- No. 103W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the recipient’s printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery. DEAR DR. DONOHUE: My eyes are colored dark brown. I am a 57-year-old female. Around the edges of my brown eyes is a blue border -- something new. The eye doctor said it means my cholesterol is high. My family doctor said it is fine, and it happens with age. Have you heard of this? What causes it? -- D.E. ANSWER: I believe you’re describing an arcus senilis. It’s an off-white (bluish or gray) circle looping around the colored iris. Actually it’s a deposit of fat and cholesterol in the cornea, the clear covering that lies over the iris and pupil. At one time, it was thought to indicate high blood cholesterol; it doesn’t. It’s one of those many adornments of aging that come for no good reason. If you start looking at the eyes of older people, you’ll find that you are far from the only one with arcus senilis. Dr. Donohue regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but he will incorporate them in his column whenever possible. Readers may write him or request an order form of available health newsletters at P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. © 2013 North America Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved
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By Matilda Charles
There is an easier way to get answers from Social Security than sitting on hold on the phone. Social Security’s website (http:// socialsecurity.gov) has a long list of things you can do online after creating a My Social Security account: get your benefits verification letter, get your statement, apply for retirement or disability benefits, appeal a disability decision, estimate your retirement benefits, check your application status and so much more. The biggest concern, however, is that if you’ve done a Google search about the topic, you easily could end up at a fake website that is not Social Security. For example, replacing your card is free, but if you accidentally wander to a scam site, they’ll want to charge you as much as $50. Not only that, but they’ll have your Social Security number when you type it in. If you marry and want a card in your new name, you’ll need to contact Social Security directly. Don’t fall for an online scam. Even if you haven’t hunted online for information yet you receive what looks like Social Security email, beware. Social Security will never send you email asking for information such as your name or number. Any emails asking for that are from scammers. If you receive that kind of email, call the real Social Security administration immediately at 1-800-772-1213 or the fraud hotine at 1-800-2690271. Do the same if you receive a phone call from someone pretending to be from Social Security. They might have excuses, such as their computer system went down or they need to verify your banking directdeposit information. If you sign up online for a genuine My Social Security account, beware. Be sure what webpage you’re on. Remember to look for the “.gov” at the end of the address. Matilda Charles regrets that he cannot personally answer reader questions, but will incorporate them into his column whenever possible. Send email to columnreply2@gmail.com. © 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.
new technology, surgeons are able to minimize trauma to the patient’s surrounding tissues while increasing accuracy and precision of the procedure,” says Janiece MacDonald, Surgical Services Director at South Bay Hospital.
For more information on Computer Assisted Total Knee Replacements at South Bay Hospital, contact Natalia Diaz at (813) 634-0496.
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prostate cancer Just curious—how is prostate cancer diagnosed? A— Like any other type of cancer, prostate cancer must be identified from a biopsy sample, examined under a microscope, by a pathologist, … the same as with lung, breast, brain, skin cancers, etc. With prostate cancer, getting the sample is tricky. Routine biopsies are performed in the doctor’s office, hopefully with a little surface anesthetic. Random core samples are taken—usually 8, 10 or 12. The only tissue examined are the tiny cores taken from these 8, 10 or 12 areas. Too often, they are not representative of the entire gland— and a “false negative” report may result. If you are facing a biopsy, ask your doctor to take 18, 24 or more samples. The more samples, the greater the chance of getting an accurate finding—and that is what you want the first time!
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THE LEO LETTER
What the HCSO needs you to know
With Deputy Jason Castillo April has been a quiet month. We have yet to see the increase in traffic that signals our seasonal residents heading back north. The roads have been relatively clear…but the phones have not. PHONE SCAM Be wary when you get a call from an unfamiliar number, even if that number looks local. Even police are not immune from receiving these calls. Just last week I received a phone call from an individual on my cell phone claiming that I had won a cruise. Knowing I had entered no such contest I did not return the phone call. But, just this morning, I received a call from a local resident who explained that she had received a similar phone call. According to this resident, the caller announced that she had won a contest and then proceeded to request personal information. The resident did the right thing. She hung up and called the HCSO non-emergency line. If you receive one of these phone calls: Hang up. Do not
speak to this person. Call the HCSO non-emergency line to report the call and, if possible the “calling from” number. The HSCO non-emergency line is (813) 2478200. Under no circumstances should you ever offer anyone any personal information over the phone, with only one exception. If you initiated the call and you know for a fact who you are speaking with. Otherwise, assume your information would not be secure. It is better to inconvenience a legitimate caller than to fall victim to a scammer. PARKING Recently there have been some questions in the community with regard to parking in designated handicapped spots. If there is a sign posted, you can be ticketed for improper parking. You can receive a citation even if you are on private property. If there is no sign, we may not be able to enforce the citation, but if it is posted and a HCSO deputy witnesses the offense, you can be ticketed. This second condition is important to repeat. HCSO cannot issue citations due to photographic evidence. One of our duly sworn deputies must witness the offense. We understand that this can be an inconvenience, but we cannot simply accept a picture and take your word for it.
CRIME AWARENESS MEETINGS Do not miss the community Crime Awareness meetings coming up in May. I will be at the Kings Point Fiber Arts room at 1900 Clubhouse Drive on May 14th at 1 PM. I will be at the Sun Trust Bank in SCC on May 15 at 2
PM. Hope to see you there. We will be discussing Level 1 crime in the area and answering resident questions and concerns. One item on the agenda will be an update on the armed robbery that took place at the Sunrise Pharmacy on April 5th.
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May, 2013
Golf Scores - Hogans Golf Club Of Sun City Center and Kings Point
Saturday, March 16, 2013
Course: Sandpiper Palms-Oaks Play: H-Skins 1st: Rex Gibbons - 2 Skins 2nd: Bill Cundy, Steve Parks, and Bill Konopasek Low-net: Jenice Taylor - 66 Low-gross: Jenice Taylor - 89 Birds: Bill Cundy - #3 Par 4 and Steve Parks - #15 Par 4
Back Row L to R: Rex Gibbons, Bill Konopasek, and Steve Parks. Front Row L to R: Jenice Taylor and Bill Cundy.
Monday, March 18, 2013
Course: Imperial Lakewoods Play: A-Skins 1st: Hannes Broschek - 2 Skins 2nd: Bill Konopasek, Doc Lamiano, Tom Rosata, and Joe DeFelice Low-net: Bill Konopasek - 58 Low-gross: Doc Lamiano and Walt Weldon - Tied at 89 Birds: Hannes Broschek - #1 Par 4 and #15 Par 4 and Joe DeFelice - #14 Par 4
Friday, March 22, 2013
Course: Summerfield Crossings Play: A-Skins 1st: Tom Rosata - 2 Skins 2nd: Jenice Taylor, Colleen Caplette, Russ Turell, Vic Szymanski, Ray Curry, and Rex Gibbons - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Colleen Caplette and Jenice Taylor - Tied at 65 Low-gross: Walt Weldon - 84 Birds: Tom Rosata - #2 Par 3; Walt Weldon - #2 Par 3; Colleen Caplette - #7 Par 4; Brandon Michaels - #6 Par 4; Russ Turell - #11 Par 4; and Ray Curry - #4 Par 4
Flight #2 1st: Ron Leombruno - 3 Skins 2nd: Rex Gibbons - 2 Skins 3rd: Reggie Ryan, Mike McClintic, Jenice Taylor, & Doc Lamiano - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Bill Barron - 68 Low-gross: Jerry Stemas - 83 Birds: Doc Lamiano - #3 Par 3; Jerry Stemas - #3 Par 3; and Mike McClintic - #11 Par 3
L to R Back Row: Reggie Ryan, Ron Leombruno, Mike Brock, Bill Barron, and Rex Gibbons. L to R Front Row: Doc Lamiano, Jenice Taylor, Jerry Stemas.
Saturday, March 23, 2013
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
Course: Freedom Fairways Play: H-Skins 1st: Charlie Brown, Bob Hull, and Andy Betz - Tied at 2 Skins Low-net: Bob Hull - 56 Low-gross: Bob Hull - 73 Birds: Charlie Brown - #11 Par 3 & #4 Par 5; Bob Hull - #1 Par 4 & #12 Par 4; Andy Betz - #5 Par 4
L to R: Andy Betz, Bill Konopasek, Bob Hull, and Charlie Brown.
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Course: Sandpiper Oaks-Lakes Play: H-Skins 1st: Bill Konopasek - 3 Skins 2nd: Rex Gibbons - 2 Skins 3rd: Bob Jacobs and Jenice Taylor - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Jenice Taylor - 62 Low-gross: Jenice Taylor - 85
Course: Cypress Creek Play: A-Skins 1st: Steve Parks - 2 Skins 2nd: Russ Turell, Ruben Jones, Wilf Pennell, and Norm Caplette - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Ruben Jones - 66 Low-gross: Wilf Pennell - 86 Birds: Ruben Jones - #13 Par 3 and #14 Par 5; Doug Banning - #6 Par 3 and #14 Par 5; Wilf Pennell - #6 Par 3; and Russ Turell - #10 Par 4
Saturday, March 23, 2013
L to R: Bob Jacobs, Bill Konopasek, Rex Gibbons, and Jenice Taylor.
Monday, March 25, 2013
Back Row L to R: Brian Mitchell, Walt Weldon, Norm Caplette, and John Colgren. Middle Row L to R: Hank Smythe, Tom Rosata, and Brian Dinon. Front Row L to R: Colleen Caplette and Jenice Taylor.
L to R: Brian Dinon, Walt Weldon, Hank Smythe, Ruben Jones, and Burt Easter.
Back Row L to R: Brandon Michaels, Rex Gibbons, Walt Weldon, and Russ Turell. Front Row L to R: Tom Rosata, Vic Szymanski, Colleen Caplette, and Jenice Taylor.
L to R: Doc Lamiano, Tom Rosata, Hannes Broschek, Bill Konopasek, and Joe DeFelice.
Course: Cypress Creek Play: A-Skins 1st: John Colgren - 2 Skins 2nd: Brian Mitchell, Norm Caplette, Colleen Caplette, Hank Smythe, Brian Dinon, and Tom Rosata Low-net: Brian Mitchell - 63 Low-gross: Walt Weldon - 82 Birds: Brian Dinon - #3 Par 4 and #8 Par 3; John Colgren - #11 Par 4; Russ Turell - #18 Par 5; and Colleen Caplette - #2 Par 4
Saturday, March 30, 2013
Course: Imperial Lakewoods Play: A-Skins Flight #1 1st: Hank Smythe - 2 Skins 2nd: Ruben Jones, Brian Dinon, and Burt Easter - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Ruben Jones and Walt Weldon - Tied at 69 Low-gross: Walt Weldon - 80 Birds: Ruben Jones - #10 Par 5; Walt Weldon - #10 Par 5; and Brian Dinon - #9 Par 5
Back Row L to R: Norm Caplette, Doug Banning, and Steve Parks. Front Row L to R: Wilf Pennell, Brandon Michaels, Ruben Jones, and Russ Turell.
Friday, March 29, 2013
Course: Summerfield Crossings Play: A-Skins 1st: Emmy Broschek - 4 Skins 2nd: Norm Caplette, Colleen Caplette, and Ray Curry - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Emmy Broschek - 56 Low-gross: Brandon Michaels - 86 Birds: Colleen Caplette - #15 Par 3; Joe DeFelice - #14 Par 3; Joe Danielson - #1 Par 4; and Jerry Stemas - #13 Par 4
Course: Sandpiper Lakes - Palms Play: H-Skins 1st: Jenice Taylor - 3 Skins 2nd: Bill Konopasek - 2 Skins 3rd: Rich Lucidi and Norm Taylor - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Bill Konopasek - 59 Low-gross: Bill Cundy and Jenice Taylor - Tied at 87 Birds: Jenice Taylor - #14 Par 5; Bill Cundy - #4 Par 5; and Norm Taylor - #5 Par 3
Back Row: Dan King. Middle Row: Bill Konopasek. Front Row L to R: Norm Taylor, Bill Cundy, Jenice Taylor, and Rich Lucidi.
Monday, April 1, 2013
Course: Imperial Lakewoods Play: A-Skins 1st: Tom Rosata - 3 Skins 2nd: Bill Konopasek and Norm Taylor - Tied at 2 Skins 3rd: Rex Gibbons and Jim Sari - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Bill Konopasek - 62 Low-gross: John Apostolou - 87 Birds: Norm Taylor - #10 Par 5
L to R: Norm Taylor, Bill Konopasek, John Apostolou, Tom Rosata, Rex Gibbons, and Jim Sari.
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
Course: Cypress Creek Play: A-Skins 1st: Jenice Taylor - 5 Skins 2nd: Burt Easter - 4 Skins 3rd: Tom Rosata - 3 Skins 4th: Travis Lansberry - 2 Skins 5th: Jim Stanton - 1 Skin Low-net: Jenice Taylor - 65 Low-gross: Jenice Taylor - 87 Birds: Jenice Taylor - #17 Par 3; Tom Rosata - #8 Par 3; Brian Dinon - #6 Par 3
Back Row L to R: Brian Dinon, Travis Lansberry, and Burt Easter. Front Row L to R: Jim Stanton, Jenice Taylor, and Tom Rosata.
Friday, April 5, 2013
Back Row L to R: Jerry Stemas and Joe Danielson. Front Row L to R: Joe DeFelice, Emmy Broschek, Norm Caplette, and Colleen Caplette.
Course: Summerfield Crossings Play: H-Skins 1st: Tom Rosata and Brandon Michaels - Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: Rog Toussaint, Rex Gibbons, and Hannes Broschek - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Brandon Michaels - 64 Low-gross: Brandon Michaels - 82 Continued on Page18
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Scepter Ladies Golf
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Kings Point Ladies Nifty Niners
Ladies February Match Play
March 28, 2013
Game: Low Net Flight A Winners: Emma Gadd 31 Sally Repetti 31 Flight B Winners: Bev Buteau 37 Flight C Winners: Marie Schick 32
April 11, 2013
L to R: Flight 1: Judy Fenwick, Flight 2: Fern Duval, Flight 3: Carolyn Clark, Flight 4: Sue Barker and Flight 5: Ann Clark.
Ladies March Club Championship
On a cold, windy second day, Judie Schafer prevailed to capture the Ladies Club Championship for the second consecutive year.
More Ladies Scepter Golf On Page 19
Judie Schafer
Game: Power Ball Scramble Tie for 1st Place with 29 Team No. 1 Emma Gadd Sally Repetti Betty Irwin Team No. 4 Cathy Marquis Lorraine Rings Mary Winter 2nd Place with 31 Team No. 2 Liz Lister Marie Schick Lillian Black Evelyn Gates
Kings Point Ladies Nifty Niners
Submitted by Lorraine Rings
Spring Tournament (Low Net) Winners: Liz Lister 116 Emma Gadd 117 Sue Watkins 120
April 18, 2013
Game: Low Putts Flight A Winners: (2 tied for 1st with 15 putts) Bev Buteau Emma Gadd (2 tied for 2nd with 16 putts) Mary Sundeen Sue Watkins Flight B Winners: Cathy Marquis 15 putts Dorothy Mulford 17 putts Flight C Winners: Marie Schick 15 putts Lillian Black 17 putts Submitted by Lorraine F. Rings
Falcon Watch Ladies Day Results March 29, 2013 Points Plus Handicap
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Continued from Page 16
Monday, April 8, 2013
Course: Imperial Lakewoods Play: H-Skins 1st: Hank Smythe, Jenice Taylor, and Reggie Ryan - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Bill Konopasek - 64 Low-gross: Jenice Taylor - 92
Back Row L to R: Tom Rosata and Rex Gibbons. Front Row L to R: Roger Toussaint, Brandon Michaels, and Hannes Broschek.
Saturday, April 13, 2013
Course: Sandpiper Lakes-Palms Play: A-Skins 1st: Ron Windsor and Bill Konopasek - Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: Joe Danielson, Hank Smythe, and Jenice Taylor - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Jenice Taylor - 59 Low-gross: Jenice Taylor - 81 Birds: Jenice Taylor - #8 Par 3 and #9 Par 4; Ron Windsor - #5 Par 3 & #6 Par 4; Hank Smythe - #12 Par 4
Saturday, April 6, 2013
Course: Sandpiper Oaks-Lakes Play: A-Skins 1st: Bill Cundy - 2 Skins 2nd: Bob Jacobs, Hank Smythe, Doug Banning, Norm Taylor, and Bill Konopasek - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Ruben Jones - 62 Low-gross: Bob Jacobs - 80 Birds: Ruben Jones - #18 Par 5; Ron Doncouse - #2 Par 3; Doug Banning - #16 Par 4; Joe Danielson - #18 Par 5; Bob Jacobs - #11 Par 4 and #14 Par 4; Bill Cundy - #4 Par 5; and Joe DeFelice - #18 Par 5
L to R: Norm Taylor, Ron Doncouse, Ruben Jones, Bill Konopasek, Doug Banning, and Joe DeFelice.
L to R: Reggie Ryan, Bill Konopasek, Jenice Taylor, Hank Smythe.
Wednesday, April 10, 2013
Course: Sandpiper Palms-Oaks Play: A-Skins 1st: Jenice Taylor - 2 Skins 2nd: Doug Banning, Norm Taylor, and Erwin Karl - Tied at 1 Skin Low-net: Erwin Karl and Jenice Taylor - Tied at 62 Low-gross: Dave Britton - 82 Birds: Ruben Jones - #18 Par 4; Norm Taylor - #18 Par 4; Bob Jacobs - #10 Par 5; Jenice Taylor - #3 Par 4; and Erwin Karl - #6 Par 5 Back Row L to R: Doug Banning and Ruben Jones. Front Row L to R: Erwin Karl, Bob Jacobs, Norm Taylor, Jenice Taylor, and Dave Britton.
L to R: Joe Danielson, Ron Windsor, Jenice Taylor, Bill Konopasek, and Hank Smythe.
Monday, April 15, 2013
Course: Imperial Lakewoods Play: A-Skins 1st: Jenice Taylor and Rex Gibbons - Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: Reggie Ryan - 1 Skin Low-net: Rex Gibbons - 67 Low-gross: Jenice Taylor - 89
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Course: Sandpiper Lakes to Palms Play: A-Skins 1st: Rex Gibbons - 4 Skins 2nd: Paul Maki - 2 Skins 3rd: Bob Jacobs, Jerry Matela, and Burt Easter Low-net: Rex Gibbons - 60 Low-gross: Rex Gibbons - 84 Birds: Bob Jacobs - #6 Par 4; Jerry Matela - #3 Par 4; Brandon Michaels - #15 Par 5; & Burt Easter - #15 Par 5
L to R: Bob Jacobs, Burt Easter, Paul Maki, Jerry Matela, and Rex Gibbons.
On the 9th Hole on Lakes: Jenice Taylor, Tom Rosata, & Sharlene Peter.
Membership is required to play with the Hogans. Please contact us if you are interested in membership in the Hogans at: http://hogans-golf.com/ The Club is open to all Sun City Center, Kings Point and Associated residents and their guests. Submitted by: Pam Jones Email: mrspkjones@gmail.com Phone: 813-419-4376.
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Ladies Scepter Golf Continued from Page 17
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Home & Home Sandpiper at Falconwatch Winners April 8th
Flight 1 First Place: Sterling Ruark, Dick Manion, Joes Spaziano, Fred Held (Not in picture) & Marty Leahy; Falcon Watch Golf professional. Flight 2 First Place: Lee Johnson, Paul Hunt, Jerry Sandusky &Walter Wight (Not in Picture). Falcon Watch Laides Continued from Page 17
April 12• Tee To Green
L to R: Flight 1: Judie Schafers 169, Flight 2: Fern Duval 185, Flight 3: Kathy McNamara 197, Flight 4: Shirley Vilinsky 203, Flight 5: Jan Thumberg 216 (not pictured).
Ladies April Two Day Partner Member-Member Day One Alternate Shots, Day Two Net Best Ball Flight 1 Flight 2 Flight 3 Flight 4 Flight 5
Judy Fenwick & Judy Lutz.........................................127 Pam LeCren & Betty Lou Rosborough.....................123 Pat Eytheson & Joan Richardson.............................129 Kris Wells & Carolyn Clark..........................................119 Cathy Marquis & Beverly Buteau.............................126
The ladies are looking forward to a more casual summer play and warmer weather. Become a club link Scepter member and join the fun every Tuesday on ladies day. Tee time is 8:30. Submitted by Judy Fenwick
See Spot.
Flight 1 1st Emma Gadd 15 2nd Jane Boccieri 17 Wally McIntosh 17 Flight 2 1st Janine Johnson 17 2nd Sue Freed 18 Marilyn McCormick 18 Flight 3 1st Mary Mc Clafferty 13 2nd Kathy Boccieri 14 3rd Donna Berger 16
April 19• 3 Clubs & Putter
Flight 1 1st Emma Gadd 31 2nd June Krueger 33 Wally McIntosh 33 Flight 2 1st Margie Ditch 32 2nd Sue Freed 33 3rd Tee Bomba 35 Flight 3 1st Donna Berger 27 2nd Alice Chura 31 3rd Kathy Boccieri 33 Marilyn Mc Cormick 33
See Spot Change.
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April 13, 2013
125 Yards 6 Iron Course: Falcon Watch Challenge Hole #4 Par 3 Witnessed By: Gerry Roberge, Ralph Fuente, and Rich Langlois
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Grant from Interfaith Council Helps SCC Relay for Life
Relay for Life recently received a $500 grant from the Interfaith Council of Sun City Center. The Relay for Live Event was held on April 6, at East Bay High School as part of a combined event for the South Shore and SCC Teams. In SCC, Relay for Life funds a Moffitt Cancer Resource Center at South Bay Hospital, Look Good Feel Better (a program for teaching patients about wigs, makeup, skin care) Road to Recovery (transportation for patients to chemo and Dr. apts.). It also helps to fund the Hope Lodge (provides free lodging for L to R: Terry McGovern, 2013 SCC patients in treatment at Moffitt) Relay for Life Sponsorship Chair, Roz and research. Cruthis, Grants Committee Chair Grants from the IFC are made of the Interfaith Council, and Jay possible by proceeds from the Sparkman, IFC President. sale of donated items made to the Nearly New Shop in Sun City Center. Staffed with hardworking volunteers from the local community, the Nearly New Shop is the place to find ‘gently used’ items at great bargain prices. The Nearly New Shop is located at 1515 Sun City Center Plaza and is open Wednesday and Saturday from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
May, 2013
Food Pantry Receives Grant
St. Anne Catholic Church’s Food Pantry was recently named a recipient of a grant from the Interfaith Council of Sun City Center. The Interfaith Council awards grants from funds from their Nearly New Shop located in the alleyway behind the main stores of Sun City Plaza. The Nearly New Shop carries a wide variety of items including clothing, shoes, jewelry, household items, electronics and furniture. St. Anne Catholic Church is located at 106 11th Avenue N.E. in Ruskin; its Food Pantry has been in continuous operation since 1992, currently provides food to greater than 300 families weekly and is fully manned by volunteers from St. Anne.
Recycle your Old Cellphone
The United Community Church at 1501 La Jolla Avenue, Sun City Center continues its Cell Phone recycling campaign. All cell phones and accessories will be accepted. Great for our environment! Cell Phones can be refurbished, reused or recycled according to EPA. Keep cell phones and their toxins out of the landfills and entering our waterways. 100% of every phone will be recycled or reused! Drop off old cellphones and accessories at the Church office 9 AM to 5 PM, Monday thru Friday or come to our Sunday morning services, at 10 AM, and drop them off.
Annual Reader Brunch
Fantastic Friday
Do not miss our last Fantastic Friday Dinner/Theater, of the season, it will be an absolutely sensational evening. The event will be held on Friday May 24th at the United Community Church, www.uccsuncity. org, 1501 La Jolla Ave, Sun City Center. The dinner is at 6 PM and show begins at 7:15 PM. Jim Moody – The Crowd Teaser is a comedian who uses audience participation for sleight of hand and a dash of ESP. The catered menu will feature Pork or Oven Baked Chicken, Macaroni and Cheese, Broccoli Florets, topping off dessert with Ice Cream Sundaes. The dinner/show tickets are $17.00 per person and the show is only $5.00. Tickets are available for purchase following the 10 AM service, on Sundays or on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 10 to 12 AM in the Narthex. Last day to purchase dinner tickets will be Tuesday 5-212012. Show only tickets are also available the night of the performance. For further information, contact chairpersons Paula Lickfeldt at 6336739 or Karl Buffington at 634-7062.
Life Line Screening
The United Community Church, 1501 La Jolla Ave, Sun City Center, FL has partnered with Manatee Memorial Hospital to sponsor a Life Line Screening event on Wednesday June 26, 2013. Over 6 million people have benefited from these fast, painless, non-invasive and inexpensive tests. Life Line Screening’s mission is to make people aware of an undetected health problem and encourage individuals to seek follow up care with their physicians. You can get more information at www.lifelinescreening.com Lifeline screening has four screenings that cost $60 each,-Stroke/ Carotid Artery, – Atrial Fibrillation, – Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm, – and – Peripheral Arterial Disease. A fifth screening is $35, - Osteoporosis Risk Assessment. This company has been coming to our church 22 years. They do not accept Medicare. These tests must be paid for individually. Package 1 is 4 tests for $149.00 and Package 2 is $159.00 for 5 tests. We encourage everyone to take advantage of a $10 discount by pre-registration using three methods, Phone 1-800-324-9458, online www.helpinghandsforhealth.com and fax 1-866-628-4857. Please do not contact the church for registration.
College Shred Day
An annual shredding party is just one of the benefits of being a student at the Community Church College, 1501 La Jolla, Sun City Center, FL. This year’s event was held on April 16, and a line started forming as soon as the truck showed up! Rudy Fernandez, one of our Instructors since 1987, sponsors the event that also includes a lunch of shredded beef, shredded chicken and shredded pork. Rudy is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP), works for Baird and teaches an investment class at our College. You may reach Rudy at 813-273-8270 or rfernandez@rwbaird.com.
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L to R: Sally Morse, Rebecca O’Dell, Marlus Johns, Beverly Bassette, Patti Andrews and Carolyn Salsbury.
The Women’s Fellowship of United Community Church, 1501 La Jolla Ave., Sun City Center recently had the Annual READER’S BRUNCH. The event started with a delightful breakfast menu provided by all three of our wonderful circle members and was enjoyed by 60+ attendees Our new library books were presented and are available for each person in our church to read. Our reading library was moved from the narthex to the glass-enclosed atrium located at the west entrance to the parking lot. The new library location should encourage more readers to select, peruse and read the books in a more intimate setting. Please stop by and check it out. Our speaker Phil Coates, an instructor in our Church College, inspired us to expand our knowledge by reading books with more depth. He touched on five books that have been important to him over the years. Our Rev. Jean was on hand to install our incoming officers for the next year: Rebecca O’Dell and Marlus Johns - Cochairs, Beverly Bassette - Secretary, Carolyn Salsbury - Treasurer, Sally Morse – Naomi ,Circle Leader, Patti Andrews - Deborah Circle Leader and Marlus Johns - Rachel Circle Leader. The accompanying photo was taken right after our meeting. We hope that many more of our churchwomen will decide to grow with WF in the fall.
United Church of Christ Fellowship Conference
Five members of the Women’s Fellowship from United Community Church, 1501 La Jolla Ave., Sun City Center attended the 86th Annual Women’s Fellowship Conference of the United Church of Christ in Cocoa Beach recently. The theme of the conference was “A Seaside Escape, basking in God’s Presence”. Dr. Jean Simpson , Pastor of the United Community Church of Sun City Center was the main speaker. Anne Ginevan was honored as the Woman of the year from the Southwest Region of Florida
Seated are Anne Ginevan and Marlus Johns. Back row: Dr. Jean Simpson, Carolyn Salsbury and Rebecca O’Dell.
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Phil Coates, Instructor At Community Church College
As the Community Church College, 1501 La Jolla Ave, Sun City Center, FL ends its 2013 Spring Semester, it would like to introduce one of its instructors, Phillip Coates. Mr. Coates is a graduate of Brown University with a Master’s degree from the University of Michigan. He has been a corporate trainer at Hewlett-Packard, and has taught in the classroom from elementary school all the way up to the college level. He has also been published and has done some editing. Phil came here from Northern California, where he was a teacher in private schools. What does he like about teaching at the Community Church College? ”I like being able to make use of my interests, CCC Instructor Phil Coates knowledge, and career experience to teach a wide range of courses and design my own curriculum without some dean telling me ‘you don’t have a Ph.D. in that’ and without some faculty committee telling me what topics must be covered for a degree program.” The shortness of the courses (about five weeks) also helps: Just long enough for a ”light” course -- to get your feet wet but not the boredom that comes often at the end of a whole long semester. Phil’s courses have included: great poetry that average people (not scholars) love, ”Shakespeare for dummies” for those who need to have his language and wordplay explained, the art of persuasion, and writing workshops. What better way to keep the mind active, whether young or old, than to try some of the many classes offered at the Community Church College. It’s open to all, fits different schedules. And it costs almost nothing! Look for the announcement about the fall semester in future articles.
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Ralph Greenlee as he taught “Computer Applications - Intriguing Home”
Ralph Greenlee is a fortyfive (45) year veteran of the high-tech computer industry, a certified K-12 teacher in the Hillsborough County School District, and a computer instructor for regional libraries in both Hillsborough and Manatee Counties. Ralph has taught his classes recently on-board a well-known cruise ship, as well as at the Community Church College in Sun City Center. Ralph’s classes include creating DVD presentations for friends and family with the use of still photography, camcorder CCC Instructor Ralph Greenlee movies, scanned images and graphic insertions. He provides education in new technology such as voice to text operations of your computer and securing your homes with A/V security cameras. His newest class covers the very important and timely subject of electronic security. Ralph lives with his wife Barbara, two horses, a dog, and a cat in the equestrian community of Sundance. He is currently writing a book on “The Summer Olympics”.
Trinity Baptist Church Trustees
Good Friday Stations of the Cross
Parishioners and Assistant Rector, The Rev. Lee Miller, of St. John The Divine Episcopal Church held their Good Friday Stations of the Cross at the Day Spring Episcopal Conference Center in Ellenton, Florida. The group gathered at 8:00 A.M. and walked the beautiful treed grounds along the water to the 14 Stations of the Cross where devotionals were done. It was a very moving experience and with so much beauty. The occasion was especially wonderful during these times when we must focus on that which is bigger than we are and the opportunity to continue to help our fellow man. We are all grateful to Father Lee for providing this wonderful opportunity.
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Trinity Baptist Church recently elected the Trustees for the coming year. The Trustees are responsible for the physical maintenance of the church, maintenance of the property records and representation of the church in legal matters. From left to right are Chairman Jim Conners, Richard Banning, Ben Caudill, Don Duncan, Pat Thomas, and John Gall. For information on the church, please call 813-634-4228.
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May, 2013
B U L L E T I N Benefit for Injured Marine
SGT Michael Nicholson, USMC, was on foot patrol when he was seriously injured by an explosive device in Afghanistan during 2011, causing him to lose both legs and his left arm, and suffer a brain injury. On Sunday, 5 May 2013, a BBQ smoker/ grill trailer will be provided by the Taylor Mae Stinchcomb Foundation (Taylor Mae BBQ) in the flag pole area outside the Sun City Center Community Hall (1910 South Pebble Beach Blvd) entrance to serve BBQ pork and beef hot dogs/brats from 1:00-5:00 PM during the 5 May Variety Show Benefit (2:30-4:30 PM) for building a SMART HOUSE (Stephen Siller (FDNY) Tunnel to Tower Foundation ) for SGT Nicholson in South Tampa. Stop by the SCC Community Hall (South Pebble Beach Blvd) whether you attend the Show, or not, and support a truly worthy Cause. All proceeds ($2 per serving) from the “Grilling” will be submitted to the Stephen Siller (FDNY) Tunnel to Tower Foundation for SGT Nicholson’s SMART HOUSE.” For Benefit Variety Show call Jim Glass at 813.633.4298. For Grilling for a Cause Program call Jim Haney at 813.220.8758.
CERT adds 13 new members at Sun City Center
CERT Program graduates From L to R: T Seipelt, H Scheetz, F Cenname, R Soucy, F Burns, N DeWilde, D Frappier, C Maybury, T Rishter, emergency management specialist J Patterson, T Sanford, A Chavez, J Wilkins, and trainer D Tattarelli (CERT). Not pictured: P Keller
Thirteen new members were added to the Sun City Center Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) on graduation of its latest class March 30. CERT is designed to complement professional fire and police organizations in disaster situations where uniformed rescue and medical services are overwhelmed. Jeff Patterson, Emergency Management Specialist for Hillsborough County Emergency Management, attended the graduation held at Kings Point. The new graduates live in Kings Point, Sun City Center, Riverview, and Apollo Beach. The two-day training was taught by Bill Barron, president of Sun City Center CERT, with assistance from Dick Tattarelli. With the addition of this latest class, SCC-CERT now boasts 205 active members; making it one of the largest Florida teams. The Community Emergency Response Team program helps train people to be better prepared to respond to emergency situations in their communities. When emergencies happen, CERT members can give critical support to first responders, provide immediate assistance to victims, and organize spontaneous volunteers at a disaster site. CERT members can also help with non-emergency projects that help improve the safety of the community. Sun City Center CERT is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 corporation; designed to support our local Florida community. Members meet for refresher training at 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Wednesday of each month in the Florida Room, Atrium Building. Residents of Sun City Center and surrounding communities interested in joining or making a tax-deductible contribution to SCC CERT should contact Bill Barron at 642-9079 or to scccert@yahoo.com.
Computer Club Classes
WINDOWS 8 WORKSHOP Your choice of May 9 or May 16 (GETTING ACQUAINTED WITH THE NEW OPERATING SYSTEM) 9:00 AM – 12 NOON In the Computer Club Classroom Tuition $10 payable upon registration USING A DIGITAL CAMERA WITH YOUR COMPUTER May 13, 9:00 AM – 12 NOON In the Computer Club Classroom Tuition $10 payable upon registration VIRUS REMOVAL WORKSHOP May 20, 9:00 AM – 12 NOON In the Computer Club Classroom Tuition $10 payable upon registration INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS A Four-session course, beginning May 21 continuing on successive Tuesdays - May 28, June 3, June 11 10:00 – 12 NOON in the Computer Club Classroom Tuition $20 payable upon registration All classes pre-register in classroom 12:30-5pm, Mon-Sat.
AMICI’s Final Spring 2013 Meeting
AMICI’s final meeting until Fall 2013 will be held at 7:00pm May 8th in the Banquet Room of the Kings Point Clubhouse. The evening is free and open to members only. Cucina di Norma will feature the preparation and tiny tastings of two Italian dishes - Tartellette al formaggio (Lemon flavored cheese tarts) and lasagna from the Dolomite region of Italy. Wine will accompany the tastings and attendees will receive a copy of the recipes. Members must RSVP by May 3rd at 633-3407. No walk-ins will be accommodated. This has been an interesting, informative and fun season for AMICI members, guests and friends. See you in the fall.
South Shore Democratic Club Meeting
The South Shore Democratic Club will hold it’s monthly meeting, Thursday, May 9 at 1:30pm (Meet & Greet with refreshments at 1pm) at the South Shore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin. Scheduled speaker is Mary Mulhern, who has announced her candidacy for the Hillsborough County Commission. Ms. Mulhern currently serves on the Tampa City Council, since 2007, and was previously an art and graphic design business owner. Her talk is titled “What it means to be a Democrat in Hillsborough County.” All Democrats and like-minded persons are invited to attend. Visit www.southshoredemocraticclub.org. Facebook at www.facebook. com/SSDEMCLUB for more information.
KP Line Dancers
The Kings Point Line Dancers are having a free social line dance on Wed, May 15, 7-10 pm, in the Borini Theatre. No ticket to purchase, but please sign in upon arrival. Open to KP and SCC residents and their guests. BYOB and setups Dance to all genres of music, but this month’s theme is Siesta Party Time/Cinco de Mayo, so dress in spicy colors and costumes. If you are not a line dancer, come and see what it’s all about. Couples always welcome, lots of room to dance. Call Jan for more info 634-6226
Relax And Listen
On May 17th the Kings Point Jazz Lovers will once again be enjoying 2 hours of great jazz selections. All are welcome. We meet in the South Social Room of the main clubhouse from 2:00-4:00pm. For information contact: Bill Ferron, call 938-3571 or email bferron2@ tampabay.rr.com.
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B U L L E T I N SCC Photo Club Meeting Tuesday, May 14 at 6:30 p.m.
If you want to learn about traveling with your camera from folks who really know how to travel, you will want to attend the SCC Photo Club meeting on Tuesday, May 14. Our speakers are Michele and Tom Grimm who are freelance writers and photographers and have traveled throughout the United States and in 130 other countries taking photos and gathering material for books, websites, magazines, and newspapers. The couple has published several books on photography, including The Good Guide for Bad Photographers, and have written several travel guides, including Away for the Weekend: Southern California. Their photographs also have illustrated six children’s books. For 16 years, this husband-andwife team wrote a weekly travel column for the Los Angeles Times. They also were the photography columnists for Travel-Holiday magazine. In addition, the couple wrote a monthly travel column for the Southern California auto club’s Westways magazine and a weekly travel column for La Opinion, the largest Spanish-language newspaper in Los Angeles. In addition to traveling more than five years in motor homes on several photographic odysseys of North America, the couple lived in Bend, Oregon, the Florida Keys, and Laguna Beach and San Clemente in Southern California. You can learn more about this interesting couple at www.tomgrimm.com Community members and guests are welcome to attend. The meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. in the Caper Room with a tutorial. After a short business meeting at 7 p.m., the program will begin. Club meetings are open to all in the area. For more information on the club and its activities, please see our website at http://www.photoclubscc.com or visit the learning lab at 960D Cherry Hills Drive. Dues for the 2013 year remain at $20 per person or $30 per household couple and provide access to club activities, competitions and classes as well as the photo lab with computers, scanners and large format printers.
SCC Patrol Recognizes 25 Years of Service
Sun City Center’s Security Patrol is very proud of their dedicated volunteers, especially those who have volunteered on the Patrol for an exceptional length of time. Two extraordinary Patrol volunteers are Dan and Mary Patch. Dan and Mary have donated 25 years of volunteer service to the Security Patrol and the SCC community since joining the Security Patrol in November 1987, a year after they moved to Sun SCC Security Patrol Chief Bob City Center. During their 25 years Powers presents 25-year service of volunteering, they have missed award plaques to SCC Patrol only one tour of duty because volunteers Mary and Dan Patch. Pictured L to R: Mary Patch, Chief they had purchased tickets to a Bob Powers, Dan Patch. New Year’s Eve dance. In addition to their monthly Patrol service, Dan and Mary are members of the New England Club where Dan is head chef for social dining events the club presents. Currently, Dan cooks for over 200 club members. In her spare time, Mary is a member of the Bridge Club Association.
Sun City Center Memorial Day Ceremony
Sun City Center will again observe our traditional Memorial Day Ceremony starting at 10:00 a.m. Monday, May 27th in the Borini Theater at the Kings Point Clubhouse, Sun City Center. Doors will open at 9:00 a.m. for open general attendance seating. All invited guests with reserved seating are requested to be seated not later than 9:45 a.m. This ceremony is sponsored by the combined military veterans’ organizations of Sun City Center, and is supported by the joint efforts of many participating community service organizations. The focus of this Memorial Day ceremony is to honor all community veterans with special tribute paid to those veterans who have Scandinavian Club Meeting The Scandinavian Club of Sun City Center will meet on Wednesday, died in the past year with a Last Roll Call which will be conducted May 22, at 2:30 p.m. in the Florida Room. As a direct follow-up to concurrently with our traditional Sun City Center Living Flag Tribute. April’s Scandinavian countries presentation, an interesting quiz will In addition to a featured speaker (to be announced) a musical be held for members and guests. An ice cream social will follow. interlude and tribute to the military services will be provided by the Admission is $3 for members and $4 for guests. Membership interests Trinity Baptist Church Choir & Friends directed by Rev. James Feist. should be directed to Joan Collins at 803-979-9577 or Fritz Brinck at Colors will be presented by the East Bay High School Jr. R.O.T.C. and members of the Ruskin Boy Scout Troop 661 will be placing the 813-260-3422. wreath at the flagpole outside the auditorium. As part of our annual tribute to our deceased veterans, and showing Free Keyboard Lessons the great spirit of Sun City Center patriotism, the Patriots Club makes Submitted by Barb Carlini arrangements for and funds for the display of U.S. flags on State The Organ/Keyboard Club of Route 674. This year the flags will fly for a period of time prior to SCC is offering free instructions Memorial Day to the Fifth of July. on your own Keyboard in Our list of deceased veterans to be recognized is compiled from the Armstrong Room on the daily obituaries posted in Tampa Bay area dailies and input Friday afternoons from 2pm from local Veterans’ organizations. Not all departed veterans 4pm. Members of the Club will are posted for one reason or another and, after our traditional teach you on your instrument Memorial Day ceremony is over, we do receive queries as to why how to navigate the buttons a departed veteran’s name was missing from the Last Roll-Call and and keys. Bring your Manual. not recognized. You must register for these If anyone knows of a Sun City Center veteran who has died in classes by calling Kathy Katz the past year, and who was not listed in a local obituary, please 813-634-1663 or Bob Mulcahy contact Paul Wheat by telephone at 813-634-7777 or by e-mail at 813-633-4628. pawheatjr@aol.com.
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B U L L E T I N Award Winning Physicians
Dr. Vu Xuan Tran is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Geriatrics. He is NCQA Certified in Diabetes and Heart/Stroke care. He completed his medical school at the American University of the Caribbean in British West Indies and his internship, residency and fellowship at St. Vincent’s Catholic Medical Centers in New York. Dr. Tran has been serving the Sun City area with JSA Medical Group for the past eleven years. Working alongside him is Dr. Regy Korah, who has been with JSA for four years. Dr. Korah is Board Certified in Internal Medicine. She is NCQA Certified in Diabetes and Heart/Stroke care. Dr. Korah received her medical training at the University of Debrecen, Medical and Health Science Center, Hungary and also completed her residency at Elmhurst Hospital Center, Elmhurst, New York. Recently, of the 90 JSA physicians in the state of Florida, both Dr. Tran and Dr. Korah took top honors as “Doctor of the Year” at the annual banquet held in Tampa at the Marriott Waterside Hotel. JSA Medical Group—Sun City-- has received NCQA Recognition as a Patient Centered Medical Home, a comprehensive approach to delivering primary care through a team of expert health care professionals.
Samaritan Services Newly Elected Board
New board members elected for 2013 are front row from left to right: Fred Wiswall; Doris Ragland, President; Liz Argott. Rear row from left to right: Julie Floyd, Vice President; Lee Leverett; Carrie Van Gelder, Treasurer; Chris Hubbuch; Cathy McGrath, Secretary; Donna Loverro; Dolores Berens. The Mission of Samaritan Services is to provide services and assistance to residents of Greater Sun City Center, Florida, who are in need due to disability, advanced age or financial distress.
It’s Time to Start Thinking July 4 By Phyllis Hodges
TOPS Banquet
The July 4 breakfasts in 2011 and 2012 proved to be so popular that this year it will be held at Community Hall, S. Pebble Beach.
L to R: Mary Ann Mitchel - Chapter Queen Runner-Up, Betty Whitney Chapter Queen, Glenn Vance - Chapter King, and chapter Leader – Josephine Moses.
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) # FL407 held a banquet on April 4, 2013, to install officers for this year and to honor and support them in their duties as officers. The TOPS members re-elected the current officers due to their past hard work and the success of adding new members and the continued success of the chapter in weight management. The Chapter also installed this years chapters King and Queen due to their leading the chapter in weight loss for the past year. They will reign and be honored this year and will be the example to others that weight management is possible and most healthy for all and a inspiration to others in our chapters as to what can be accomplished. Our TOPS chapter will celebrate 32 years of service to the community this May, and has changed many lives to healthier eating and weight loss. For further information on our TOPS program, please contact Josephine Moses @ 813-633-2505, thank you.
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We know how Independence Day will end for a lot of you—with lots of oohs and aahs at the fireworks. But how’s it going to start? For Sam and Joanne Sudman, coordinators for the July 4 Breakfast, it will be a time of high adrenalin and excitement as they watch their volunteers serving hundreds of folks at Community Hall. That’s right—this year’s breakfast will not be in the Florida Room. The tremendous turnout in the past two years has prompted the move to Community Hall. They also are planning three lines, rather than two, to streamline service to folks anticipating a hearty breakfast of pancakes, eggs, sausage, toast, juice and coffee—all for $5. Serving starts at 7 a.m. and continues until noon. How many volunteers will they need? They say they have 40 now who have committed. That’s about one-third of the 120 they need. Volunteers are needed for two shifts: 6 to 9 a.m., and 9 a.m. to noon for readying food in the kitchen, serving on the line, serving coffee at the tables and bussing tables. They also need people willing to help with the cleanup. Proceeds from the breakfast help fund the fireworks that were started two years ago as part of Sun City Center’s 50th Anniversary Celebration. It was so popular with residents that the Community Association has continued them in 2012 and again this year—thanks to the generous support of Minto Communities and Brandon Honda. If you want to create a feeling of gratification with a couple of hours of community service, contact Sam and Joanne at jsudman@ tampabay.rr.com or 633-3106.
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B U L L E T I N New SAR Chapter in South Shore
The National and Florida Societies of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) announce the formation of a new chapter in the South Shore region of West Central Florida. The new chapter, appropriately named the South Shore Chapter, is currently seeking existing and potential new SAR members to join the chapter which will be holding meetings in Sun City Center. Plans include monthly luncheon meetings to be held on the first Saturday of the month from September to June. Spouses of chapter members are always invited to attend the monthly luncheon meetings. The SAR is an educational, historical and patriotic organization dedicated to the memory of those patriots who, by their sacrifices during the War of the American Revolution, achieved the independence of the American people and, among other purposes, to unite and promote fellowship among their descendants. Any male over the age of 18 years shall be eligible for membership in this Chapter who is a lineal descendant of an ancestor who was at all times unfailing in loyalty to, and rendered active service in the cause of American independence either as an officer, soldier, seaman, marine, militiaman in the armed forces of the Continental Congress or as a member of any one of the several Colonies or States, or as a signer of the Declaration of Independence, or as a member of any Continental, Provincial or Colonial Congress or Legislature; or as a recognized patriot who performed actual service by overt acts of resistance to the authority of Great Britain, provided however, that no person advocating the overthrow of the Government of the United States by use of force or violence shall be eligible for membership in this Chapter. If interested in learning more about the SAR or to become a member of the South Shore Chapter, contact William Love 634-2749.
Singles Dance Classes
This is a special dance session for singles only. We will be teaching a few Steps in the RUMBA. Open to all SCC and Kings Point residents: DATES: Mondays (May 13, 20, 27) (No class on May 6). TIME: 7:30 to 8:45 PM. COST: $15/per person for all three weeks. (No class on May 6). Taught by Bernice Dubro and Tom Giannina. Call to register: 634-3205, E-MAIL: dancewithbernice@gmail.com.
SPOTLIGHT ON ENTERTAINMENT
•I would like to bring to your attention a change of date for the 2013-2014 Friday night series. I had to make two changes in next year’s line up: •The Sunday, January 12, 2014, show has been changed FROM 3 Redneck Tenors TO Top 10 Rock and Roll Revue. The Fabulons will be here on Friday, March 21 instead of March 14. And there was a mistake in last month’s “Spotlight”. Phil Dirt and the Dozers will be here February 14 (not March 14). •There is one show in May: •May 19, 2013 (Sunday) (2:00-3:30) The St. Petersburg Opera Co. will present Highlights of Ariadne auf Naxos in the Rollins Theater. Reserved seats. Tickets are $12/person and on sale at the C.A. office M-W-F and at door day of show.
Dance Classes In May 2013
SOCIAL DANCE CLASSES Sponsored by the Academy Dance Club. Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium. Open to all Sun City Center CA and Kings Point residents. Couples and singles welcome. $5 per class. For information call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205. TUE. May 14, 21, 28 (2013) - SOCIAL DANCE CLASS (No Class on May 7) Beginning - Tango - 5:30 PM Intermediate - Swing - 6:45 PM Beginning/Intermediate - Samba - 8:00 PM WED. May 15, 22, 29 (2013) - SOCIAL DANCE CLASS (No Class on May 8) Beginning - Rumba - 12:45 PM Intermediate - Fox Trot - 2:00 PM Intermediate/Advanced - Cha Cha - 3:15 PM
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Military News MOWW presents award to Editor of News of Kings Point
The Military Order of the World Wars (MOWW) honored Adam Porter, Editor in Chief of the News of Kings Point at their monthly meeting/luncheon, held at the Plaza Club on April 18, 2013. A Certificate of Appreciation was awarded to Adam for his ongoing efforts to recognize all of the community veterans for their past and present commitment to the United States of America Photo by Frank Kepley in general and Sun City Center in Accepting award, Adam Porter, particular. Adam has contributed left, and Sheila Greason, MOWW a generous amount of space to Chapter Commander. the Sun City Center and Kings Point veterans and has greatly assisted MOWW’s goal to keep the community informed of the many endeavors the organization is engaged in to provide assistance and recognition to our veterans and their families. In addition to the News of Kings Point, Adam’s current endeavors include fiction and nonfiction books, travel writing, freelance reporting, editing and mentoring aspiring writers.
MOWW Presents Awards to USF Army ROTC Cadets
From L to R: LTC Charles Conover; Mathew Weidner; Cody Bressette; Cynthia Perez and Lt. Col. James Warchol.
The Military Order of the World Wars (MOWW) presented awards to three University of South Florida (USF) Army ROTC cadets on Thursday, April 11, in the CWY (ROTC) Building on the USF campus. LTC Charles Conover, USA, (Ret), left in photo, and Lt. Col. James Warchol, USAF (Ret) right, presented the medals to Mathew Weidner (Gold medal), Cody Bressette (Silver medal), and Cynthia Perez (Bronze medal). They are Senior ROTC medals and are accompanied by a ribbon bar. The cadet recipients of the awards are selected by the USF ROTC staff for their outstanding achievements during cadet training.
MOAA Presents awards to Newsome High School Student
CAPT Hugh Howarth, USN (Ret), shown here presenting a local chapter Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) JROTC medal, certificate, and honorarium of $50.00 to Cadet Katelyn Brown at Newsome High School Army JROTC on April 2, 2013. The MOAA program also supports nine other area high schools, which includes: Bloomingdale AFJROTC; Brandon AJROTC; Durant AFJROTC; East Bay AJROTC; Lennard AJROTC; Newsome AJROTC; Riverview NJROTC; South County Career Center AJROTC and Spoto NJROTC. Two Navy JROTC programs have also recently been added. CAPT Hugh Howarth, USN (Ret), presenting awards to Cadet Katelyn Brown.
MFST presents JROTC award at Newsome High School
The Military Family Support Trust (MFST) is shown in above photograph presenting awards during an Army JROTC Award Ceremony on April 2, 2013, at Newsome High School (Lithia, Fl.). Cadets receiving medals, certificates, and checks are from left to right: MFST Director Gordon Bassett, LtCol, USAF (Retired); Cadet Zack Portugue (Senior); Cadet Nickolas Velez (Freshman); Cadet Ryan M. Fandetti (Junior); and Tyler B. Kramer (Sophomore). These awards are presented annually by the MFST to a Cadet in each class at Newsome HS, and four other Hillsborough County HS. The Cadets have demonstrated outstanding military and scholastic achievements and leadership (Jr. & Sr.), as well as a specific GPA/ ranking within their class.”
Rovinelli addresses MOAA
Michael M. Rovinelli, Executive Director for USO Tampa Bay, Inc. was the featured speaker at the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) meeting on April 3rd, 2013, at the Sun City Center North Side Atrium. Michael served two tours in Joint Command roles serving with the Military Entrance Processing Station in Manchester New Hampshire and his final assignment of 4 years and 8 months at US Central Command located on MacDill Air Force Photos by Frank Kepley Base in Tampa FL Michael Michael M. Rovinelli discussed the newly opened USO operation at Tampa International Airport, and stated that work is already underway for USO Tampa Bay’s newest program, Warrior and Family Care, for our wounded soldiers at James A. Haley VA Hospital. Since opening in mid-August, USO Tampa Bay has served more than 2,200 active duty military personnel and their families, as well as veterans and others who serve our country. He commented that It takes a lot of work and resources to ensure the USO Tampa Bay Welcome Center and outreach programs are available to serve our military 7 days a week, 365 days a year and stressed the critical need for volunteers. For operations to grow, USO Tampa Bay needs more than $335,000 annually. Michael retired from the Marine Corps on August 31st, 1996 at the rank of Gunnery Sergeant, and obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Resource Management from St. Leo University and an Associate of Science in Business Management from Hesser College.
American Legion News
L to R: Tom Culliton, Finance Officer; Ronald Engles, Post Commander; Vern Bartz, Commander Elect; Daniel Noah; Jim Clor, 2nd Vice Commander; and Janet Taylor, Adjutant.
At their monthly meeting in March, members of American Legion Post #246 of Sun City Center were privileged to have as their guest speaker Daniel Noah who is the Warning Coordination Meteorologist for the Tampa Bay Office in Ruskin. Mr. Noah presented a very timely and informative program titled, “A review of the 2012 Hurricane Season & Hurricane Decision Making”.
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Chorus Groups Make History
So many smiling faces at the Men’s Chorus Banquet held recently at St. John the Divine Episcopal Church.
On March 23, The Women’s Chorus of Sun City Center celebrated its Gold Jubilee Concert. A suggestion by Paul Barrientos, director for both groups, to invite the Men’s Chorus as special guests was warmly welcomed by all. Although not the first time both groups had performed together, it had been many years and long overdue. Enthusiastic applause, many complimentary remarks and, oh yes, that exuberant standing ovation, were indicators that the concert was a rousing success. Both groups have vowed to perform together more frequently. In recognition of this historic season, The Men’s Chorus hosted, prepared and served a gourmet banquet for one hundred guests from both groups at St. John the Divine Episcopal Church. The celebration
continued with entertainment by members from each chorus. Both groups will be taking a short break for the summer months. Rehearsals will resume in early September, each Thursday at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb W, Sun City Center. Residency in Sun City Center is not a requirement to join either group. Membership is open to residents of Sun City Center, Kings Point and all surrounding communities. If you have an interest in singing with The Men’s Chorus, please contact chorus President, Bob Garrod at 813-634-4110. Take a look at The Women’s Chorus Facebook Page - SCC Women’s Chorus for pictures, videos, comments and information. For additional information, please call chorus President, Chris O’Hara at 813-634-4341.
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COLLECTING By Larry Cox
Cartoons & Comics
Q: In a recent column, you responded to a reader who had a hand-written letter by Charles Schulz. In your answer, you wrote that a comic strip by Schulz would, of course, be worth much more than a signed letter. I have several signed comic strips, including ones from “Peanuts,” “Pogo,” “Beatle Bailey,” “Alley Oop” and “Frank and Ernest.” I also have signed original political cartoons by Dan Fitzpatrick, Tom Engelhardt, Scott Long and Pat Oliphant. I certainly do not expect you to appraise my collection, but hope you can suggest where I might obtain such information. -Robert, Godfrey, Ill. A: Frederick P. Dose is a member of the International Society of Appraisers and has verified and valued more than 60,000 original cartoons for the Cartoon Museum of Ohio State University. To say that he is an expert in this field is an understatement. Contact Dose at 778 Pleasant Ave., Highland Park, IL 60035. Another useful contact is Curator, Cartoon Research Library, University of Ohio, 0231 Wexner, 27 West 17th Ave. Mall, Columbus, OH 04310; cartoons@ osu.edu; and www.lib.ohio-state. edu. Incidentally, the Ohio State collection now houses more than 200,000 cartoons.
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Irish Connection Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
Submitted by Suzanne Maguire
2013 has started out with 16 new bowlers making the total membership 113. The folks in white are becoming more and more noticeable as you drive in or out of Kings Point on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings. The afternoon group on Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday are not required to wear white. KPLB is a very diverse club with equal numbers of men and women, young, not so young, and older but never “OLD.” A good time is always had on the green before the actual games begin. Krazy Bowls (rather than play the official way, each end has to do something crazy, like giving a point to every bowl within a yardstick from the jack or awarding points after the closest bowl is removed) was played on St. Patrick’s Day with all the players dressed in green & white. The winners, John Robek, Suzanne Sell and Liz Niemetz each won $15. There was a BBQ after all the games. The formal Tournament Dinner was held Sunday, March 24. About 70 members enjoyed the delicious Dinner and Dancing arranged by Irene Williams, the Board’s Social Chair. Everyone enjoyed the live entertainment and it was great to see the dance floor packed. President Pam Le Cren addressed the membership, thanked Irene and her staff for their efforts, introduced her Board members and awarded the following Winners with very distinctive plaques: Ron Doncouse – Singles Club Champion Brian Goodwin – Runner-Up Kathy Johnson & Frank Crowley – Pairs Champions John Williams, Norm Loescher – Runner-Ups Norm Loescher -Men’s Novice Champion Kathy Johnson – Women’s Novice Champion A Special Plaque was presented to John Robek for all his efforts as Past President.
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Many members of The Irish Connection, residents of Sun City Center and Kings Point, gathered Sunday, March 17th, 2013, from 6pm to 9pm in the Community Hall to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. In keeping with the theme, many of the fun filled crowd were dressed in their green. The Irish Cuisine of traditional corned beef dinner was catered by Doug Hitchings’ Fun With Food, with Linda and Wayne Conklin playing pre-dinner and dinner music. The Solid Gold Entertainment Show with dancing was enjoyed by all. Door prizes were presented, including a bottle of wine donated by Jayne Kirse of Sun City Center Travelworld to Marion Olbina, and two $100 Gift Cards were given to two lucky winners and donated by the Irish Connection Club. The Irish Connection is comprised of people from Sun City Center and Kings Point who are Irish, of Irish heritage, or who have traveled to Ireland and are interested in Ireland’s culture and history. Membership and participation in the club is open to all residents of Sun City Center, Kings Point, and their guests. For further membership information, please contact Bonnie 813.642.8663 or Fred 813-600-7415.
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Patriots Club works to help “Keep Them Flying”
At the 2013 Board Meeting of the Patriots Club, a decision was made to replace the heavy cotton/polyester flags with lightweight nylon flags. This change was made because the heavier flags have a tendency to become detached from the lampposts during wind/rainstorms. Board Members decided that if they used lighter weight flags that this problem could be resolved. To aid in retrieving flags which have come down, special tags From L to R: Rick Person, Don Renwick, and Christine Hoffman are were attached to the poles which putting the new U.S. Flags on the read “if found, please call 642- staffs for the S.R. 674 flag displays. 2020.” The club’s officers hope this will help lessen the loss of flags, which blow down during storms. If you happen to find a flag that has blown down, please pick it up and call the number listed on the tag! The Club offered flags in good condition that had flown on SR 674 for a $5.00 donation at Fun Fest. There are still flags available for a $5.00 donation. You can get a flag by going to the Community Information Center located at 1002 Cherry Hills Drive. The Center is open M-F from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please no checks, or bills larger than $10.00. A reminder, please do not fly a torn/tattered badly faded flag. You can turn those flags into the Community Association Office, M-F from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The office secretary will see to it that your flag is given to a local Scout Troop for proper disposal. Questions? Please call 642-9555.
KPAL “Artist of the Month” is Susan K. Corbett Submitted by Kathy Pruschen, KPAL Publicity
Susan was born in New Haven, Ct., and received formal art training at Paier School of Art in Ct. She moved to Apollo Beach, FL in 1970. Her passion for watercolor began when she studied with Jo Tarabula. Many workshops with famous artists later She is still evolving and still taking workshops. Susan taught drawing to children and “Creative Watercolor,” to adults several years ago. At the present time, she works mostly with watercolor, but also dabbles in acrylic, colored pencil, pastels and mixed media. Favorite subjects include flowers, seascapes, semi-abstract rather than picture perfect. Her work is known for hidden angels. “The angels represent the many friends that get me through each day. I believe that God puts people in our lives to help and to be helped. I just look for the many situations that apply in my day-to-day activities. I do believe in angels, so they just naturally show up in my work. My goal is to put some of my emotional response to a subject on paper. Writers tell stories with words. Artists paint or sculpt work with glass etc. We are all creative beings, we just express ourselves in different ways.” Susan’s many spare time activities involve volunteering, R.U.M.C. Thrift Shop in Ruskin, chancel choir, and the Art Clubs in Kings Point and Sun City Center. Take time to stop by the Art Studio in the North Clubhouse to admire Susan’s beautiful and colorful paintings.
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Spreading the Word
At a recent meeting of the SCC Men’s Club they had a trio of speakers to inform the membership about the function and assistance available through the South Shore Coalition for Mental Health and Aging. Many members were not aware of the size of the problem associated with mental health and were very grateful to learn of the resources available to our community. For more information on the Men’s Club contact John Armstrong, VP Membership at 813.6346434. L to R front row Dr. Robert Trivus, Psychiatrist affiliated with South Bay Hospital, Edmund Dubreuil, Mental Health Consultant and President of South Shore Coalition for Mental Health and Aging, Dr. Ken Barringer, Clinical Psychologist and the second row standing Don Murphy, VP Programs and Jim Rottman, President of SCC Men’s Club.
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L to R: Lon & Joyce Gobell, Sonny & Molly Anderson, George Fenwick (President), Jim & Donna Blaine, Richard & Barbara Norwood. Not pictured are Phillip & Delores Reitz, Peter & Adele Teasdale, William & Jacqueline Watt, Emerson & Bea Timm.
At the March 19th monthly dance of the Kings Point Dance Club, eight new couples were welcomed into the Club. The Kings Point Dance Club holds monthly dances October thru April each year and are always looking for Kings Point residents that like to dance to a variety of Dance Bands and enjoy good company. Interested couples may contact Judy at 813-938-3187. Paid Advertisement
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Moonglow Dance Club
Moonglow Ballroom Dance Club will feature the live music of “Mario DeLeon” at their monthly dance on Thursday May 23rd 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 $5.00 per person at the door. Singles Table(s) are always available. Please BYOB and Snacks, and they will provide the Ice, water, cups & napkins. The Moonglow 2013 Schedule of year-round monthly dances has a great lineup of talented Entertainers they have booked for your dancing and/or listening to Live Music. Visitors are always welcome, so why not get your friends & neighbors to join you at a Moonglow Dance? If you have fond memories of the SCC Big Band, you will find that the Musicians at Moonglow Dances play some of the same great melodies. For more Information call 813-633-1297 OR 813-6428845, or if you would like to receive Moonglow Information by email, contact gail3357@gmail.com.
SCC British Connection shares tea with Brandon Club
L to R: Linda Peterson, Pam Treadwell, Jen Johanson, Diane Gill, Adele Megown, Frankie Nicholas.
After recently learning of and contacting a newly formed British Club in Brandon (BBC), the British Connection of Sun City Center was invited to attend a March 9th Mother’s Day Tea at the Tea Cup Tea Room on Lithia Pinecrest in Brandon, Florida by the BBC. Linda Peterson, British Connection President and Pam Treadwell, Events Chairman, representing the British Connection club, enjoyed the lovely tea and ideas were exchanged on how the two clubs could interact with one another and contacts were made so members from each club could plan future events together. The Brandon British Club (or the ‘other BBC’ as it is otherwise known) is a recently founded social club for British expats living in the Greater Brandon area. The aim of the group is to offer a “home away from home” and to offer friendship and support for our expat community of all ages. POC for the Brandon British Club is Jen Johanson, President, and she can be reached at brandonbritishclub@gmail.com. The Sun City Center British Connection is open to all residents and guests of Sun City Center and Kings Point; for additional information, contact Kathy Howell 813.567.3358.
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Care For The Caregiver Early Signs of Memory Loss Submitted by Debbie Caneen How do you know if you are a “Caregiver”? If you think of the wellbeing of someone other than yourself, then you are indeed a “Caregiver”. You should be rewarded for your generosity and concern, instead you will be penalized. Statistics show that over 65% of caregivers predecease the person they are caring for. If your every thought is about caring for your loved one, then when do you care for yourself? How do you keep your mind sharp in order to care for you both? When do you take a break to recharge your energy? What would happen to the person you are caring for if you did in fact predecease them? Dementia related diseases are on the rise and creating Caregivers out of many of us daily. Early detection and treatment may save us from becoming caregivers so the place to start would be to identify the fastest growing population requiring care: those with some form of memory loss. Please be aware of any of these early signs of memory loss in order to initiate care and reduce the potential for continued decline: Memory loss that disrupts daily life: Did your loved one forget a needed doctor’s appointment? Are they having difficulty completing familiar tasks at home, at work or at leisure such as getting lost on the way to the grocery store? Are they experiencing new problems with words in speaking or writing? Have you noticed
your loved one describing an item rather than naming the item? For example: “Did you see my thing that starts my car?” rather than asking if you have seen their car keys? Have you discovered changes in their mood and personality? Is your loved one easily agitated where he or she was once easy going? Consider the difficulty one would experience completing small tasks if they could not remember how to complete them. Do they no longer want to go out to dinner? The noise in a restaurant can be very disturbing to someone with memory decline as the overstimulation makes it hard to decide what to order. Have you noticed your loved one asking you to “Just place my order for me. I’ll have the same old thing.”? Should you notice any of the above signs, a trip to a local physician may be in order. With early detection, you may receive the maximum benefit from available treatments. An early selfassessment (yes, you too) along with your loved one may slow or even prevent further decline before it is too late and gives your physician an opportunity to create a baseline of your mental status for future treatment. If you are already the caregiver of someone with dementia, be sure to take some time out for yourself, even if you have to step outside and do some deep breathing. You cannot care for them if you don’t care for yourself first. Don’t allow yourself to be in the 65% statistic mentioned above.
Ruskin Elementary School Seeking Volunteer Reading Assistants Ruskin Elementary School (located in Ruskin at the corner of Route 41 and Route 674) is seeking volunteers who are willing to spend a few hours a week helping young children master early reading skills. Misti Rakowitz, Ruskin Elementary School’s Reading Coach, and Shawnette Singleton, Administrative Resource Teacher will host a meeting with those interested in finding out more about this volunteer opportunity at Ruskin Elementary School from 8:459:45 a.m. on Monday, May 13, 2013. Ruskin Elementary School is one of Hillsborough County’s largest elementary schools, with over 900 students. There are almost 400 children just in kindergarten through first grade – and these children are those targeted with this reading assistance program! Children who do not learn to read in the early years are most likely to struggle throughout
their academic lives. While the school has a very talented, very dedicated staff, many of the children need more individual “drill and practice” than teachers can provide during the normal school day and there aren’t enough volunteers to provide the needed individual attention. By comparison, another local elementary school, Wimauma, receives tremendous support from many of Sun City Center’s churches, clubs, and individuals. While both Wimauma and Ruskin Elementary Schools serve similar students, Ruskin Elementary School’s need for volunteers hasn’t been well publicized and Ruskin has historically had very few volunteers. That began to change earlier this spring when a small group of five people from Sun City Center volunteered to work with kindergarten and first grade students at Ruskin Elementary (Barbara Carter, Elaine Fry, Ellen Hamblin, Cindy Jones, and Maureen Long).
Shawnette Singleton coordinated the start-up of this program by asking teachers what type of assistance they needed and Misti Rakowitz provided volunteers with a training session to answer questions and to ensure volunteers understood “how” to coach these young students. During the training session with the initial set of volunteers, Misti emphasized that prior experience as a teacher is not necessary to serve as a volunteer. With eleven kindergarten classes and eleven first grade classes, many more volunteers are needed! With the end of the school year just a few weeks away, the focus now is on identifying volunteers for summer school and the 20132014 school year. If you are interested in participating in this program but can’t attend the meeting on May 13, or if you want more information about this volunteer
opportunity, send an email to one of the following: Misti Rakowitz Misti.Rakowitz@sdhc.k12.fl.us Shawnette Singleton Shawnette.Singleton@sdhc. k12.fl.us
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Meals on Wheels Celebrates 40 years in SCC
Charlene Bennett delivers the first Meals on Wheels in Sun City Center to Mr. and Mrs. Rockaby in 1973. The original photograph hangs in the Sun City Center Library, which the SCC Woman’s Club also founded.
Marian Smoker, (left) Meals on Wheels volunteer, was recruited by Samaritan Services eight years ago and works seven days a week, 365 days a year making sure Meals are packed up and ready for delivery. Lion’s Club members (second left) Donna Ward, Alice and Bob Boose, Ellen and Terry McGovern are picking up their insulated packages of meals at South Bay Hospital.
Submitted By Roselyn Cruthis The second Meals on Wheels program in the United States was founded in Columbus, Ohio in 1956 by Charlene Bennett, a member of the Columbus Woman’s Club. Fortunately, she retired to Sun City Center and volunteered as Community Improvement Chair of the GFWC SCC Woman’s Club. She saw the need for a Meals on Wheels program in our community and developed it as a service project of the SCC Woman’s Club. She
calling them at 634-9283 between 9 AM and 4 PM weekdays. South Bay Hospital prepares the meals. Each meal includes a salad, entrée, bread, and butter, dessert and fruit juice for $6. The Woman’s Club co-chairs, Angie Maze and Sharon Nathan, coordinate the houses of worship and service clubs who provide the volunteers to deliver meals 365 days a year. The organizations are: Beth Israel (January), AAUW and DAR (February), Lion’s Club (March), United Methodist
delivered the first SCC Meals on Wheels to Mr. and Mrs. Rockaby in 1973. She very likely never dreamed that 40 years later they would be delivering over 5,000 meals a year. The Sun City Center Meals on Wheels program now requires a united effort of Samaritan Services, South Bay Hospital, the Woman’s Club and an army of volunteers. Samaritan Services handles reservations and billing for the meals. You may order meals by
Church, (April), Redeemer Lutheran Church (May), Trinity Baptist (June), Men’s Club (July), United Community Church, (August), St. Andrews Presbyterian Church (September), Knights of Columbus, (October), St. John Devine Episcopal Church, (Nov.) and Woman’s Club (Dec.). The GFWC SCC Woman’s Club meets on the 4th Thursday of the month, September through May. If you are interested in membership, please contact Peggy Person at 633-0255.
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THE KITCHEN DIVA By Angela Shelf Medearis
Spring Into Earth Day
The seed for the creation of Earth Day was planted when Rachel Carson’s bestseller “Silent Spring” was published in 1962. It made the need to protect the environment and public health part of the national conversation. Earth Day and the birth of the modern environmental movement were based on an idea from Wisconsin Sen. Gaylord Nelson. The devastating environmental damage of a massive oil spill in Santa Barbara, Calif., in 1969 had a profound impact him. He wanted to start a national political movement to protect the earth from the ravages of air and water pollution. On April 22, 1970, some 20 million Americans took part in a national rally and organized protest against the deterioration of the environment, oil spills, polluting factories and power plants, raw sewage, toxic dumps, pesticides, freeways, the loss of wilderness and the extinction of wildlife. The first Earth Day led to the creation of the Environmental Protection Agency and the passage of the Clean Air, Clean Water and Endangered Species acts. “It was a gamble,” Gaylord recalled, “but it worked.” Today, Earth Day is a worldwide movement reaching hundreds of millions of people. It uses social media to organize and inform people about current environmental issues such as
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recycling, global warming and clean energy. For example, A Billion Acts of Green launched an international initiative last year with “Avatar” director James Cameron to plant 1 million trees, and tripled its online base to more than 900,000 community members. Celebrate Earth Day with my recipe for Spring Stew with Tomato Garlic Pistou. It’s the perfect showcase for local, fresh and environmentally friendly vegetables. SPRING STEW WITH TOMATO GARLIC PISTOU
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Pistou is a French version of pesto without any pine nuts, almonds or walnuts. Adding the Tomato Garlic Pistou to the finished Spring Stew not only enhances the presentation of the soup, it also adds a burst of acid, brightening the flavors. Any extra pistou can be refrigerated or frozen. It’s a healthy accompaniment for grilled or steamed fish and shellfish. Or use it as a base for a salad dressing
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by whisking it with a little more olive oil and balsamic, red wine or sherry vinegar. 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cups yellow onions, finely diced 2 cups carrots, peeled, finely diced 1 red bell pepper, cut in 1-inch chunks 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 3 quarts unsalted vegetable stock 1 cup green beans, fresh or frozen, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 2 cups asparagus, tips and tender parts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 1 cup shelled fresh peas (about 1 1/2 pounds unshelled) or frozen peas 2 cups yellow squash, medium dice 3 ounce ditalini, tubettini or ther small pasta Tomato and Garlic Pistou (recipe below) 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese 1. Heat the oil in a 6-quart Dutch oven set over medium-low heat until oil is hot, but not smoking. Add in the onions and cook for a few minutes, stirring frequently until onions soften. Toss in the carrots, red bell pepper, salt and pepper. Turn up heat to medium and saute for about 5 minutes, stirring to prevent burning. Don’t let the vegetables caramelize. 2. Add vegetable stock and bring to a boil. Turn down the heat and simmer the soup for a few minutes before adding green beans, asparagus, peas,
squash and pasta. Simmer for an additional 15 minutes or so, until the pasta is cooked and the vegetables are tender. Serve soup with a large dollop of pistou (recipe below) and freshly grated Parmesan. Makes 8 to 10 servings. Pistou: 4 large cloves of garlic, smashed and peeled 1/2 cup tomato paste 30 fresh, large basil leaves, washed and patted dry 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus 2 tablespoons for topping Add garlic, tomato paste, basil leaves and Parmesan cheese to the bowl of your food processor. Pulse the mixture until it is a chunky paste. With the motor running, add the extra-virgin olive oil in a steady stream and process until it becomes creamy. Transfer pistou to a small container, and cover it with a thin layer of olive oil and an air-tight lid to keep the colors bright until ready to use. Makes 1 cup. Angela Shelf Medearis is an award-winning children’s author, culinary historian and author of seven cookbooks. Her new cookbook is “The Kitchen Diva’s Diabetic Cookbook.” Her website is www.divapro.com. To see how-to videos, recipes and much, much more, Like Angela Shelf Medearis, The Kitchen Diva!, on Facebook and go to Hulu.com. Recipes may not be reprinted without permission from Angela Shelf Medearis. © 2013 King Features Synd., Inc., and Angela Shelf Medearis
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Contract Bridge Super Crossword
By Steve Becker DESPERATE CIRCUMSTANCES
ONE TO CROW ON
Assume you’re declarer in four spades and West leads the K-A and another diamond. East ruffs and returns a club, on which you hopefully play the queen, but West covers with the king, and you win with dummy’s ace. You lead a trump and finesse the queen, West discarding a club. Learning that East started with five trumps is enlightening,
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but while it solves the problem of avoiding a trump loser, it does not solve the problem of avoiding a club loser. Thus, if you next crossed to the queen of hearts to take a second trump finesse, then led a heart to the ace and took another trump finesse, you’d pick up East’s king, but you’d still have to lose a club and go down one. It can’t be right to settle for such an outcome without trying to do something about it. So you start looking for a line of play that offers you a chance for the contract. The solution is not all that hard to find. At trick six, you lead a low heart and finesse dummy’s ten! When the finesse succeeds, you are well on the way to victory. You take a second trump finesse, lead a heart to the queen and take a third trump finesse. The ace of trumps draws East’s king, after which you lead the king of hearts to the ace and deposit your club loser on dummy’s jack of diamonds. It is true that you must take what appears to be a foolish first-round heart finesse to make the contract, but you can easily justify that play by saying that desperate circumstances require desperate measures. © 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Strange But True By Samantha Weaver
•It was pioneering sciencefiction author H.G. Wells who made the following sage observation: “Moral indignation is jealousy with a halo.” •In a match between a 200-pound mountain lion and a 20-pound porcupine, the lion is likely to be the loser -and will probably die if it tried to take a bite of the desired prey. •In an odd coincidence, President Abraham Lincoln had a secretary named Kennedy, and President John F. Kennedy had a secretary named Lincoln. Kennedy the secretary told Lincoln the president that he shouldn’t go to Ford’s Theatre the night he was shot; Lincoln the secretary tried to convince Kennedy the president not to go on a trip to Dallas, where he was shot. •Those who study such things say that Americans watch more television during the months of January and February than at any other time during the year. •Strawberries have more vitamin C than oranges. •You may not realize it, but you’ve probably seen pictures of the French village of MontSt.-Michel. It’s a picturesque place, a tiny islet in the English Channel with an 8th-century abbey at the top of a high hill, surrounded by stone houses and cobbled streets. It wasn’t always an islet, though; the hill on which the abbey sits was once surrounded by an oak forest, and the shore was miles away. That all changed in the year 725, though, when an earthquake struck the region. A tidal wave washed over the forest, leaving a vast tidal plain in its wake. Ever since, twice a day, 40-foot tides completely surround Mont-St.-Michel. Thought for the Day: “The fundamental cause of trouble in this world is that the stupid are cocksure while the intelligent are full of doubt.” -Bertrand Russell © 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Salome’s Stars
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You easily handle your tasks this week, thanks to those high energy levels that never seem to run down. But pace yourself, Lamb, for the demanding week ahead. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) With the arts dominant this week, you might want to pick up any of those creative projects you’ve neglected. A workplace situation benefits from some fresh insight. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Music helps replenish your energy levels. Play your CDs if you must. But a live concert could prove more rewarding, especially if you go with that very special someone. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Close friends reach out to help perk up your lagging social life. That workplace situation also eases, leaving you time to do more fun things by week’s end. LEO (July 23 to August 22) A revelation clears up that perplexing job-related problem. Some changes will have to be made, which, no doubt, will meet with the Big Cat’s roaring approval. Good luck. VIRGO (August 23 to Sep.22) Reaching out to someone in need is the noble thing to do. But try to restrain the temptation to add a lecture -no matter how well-intended -- to your good deed. LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) There could be another tough challenge to face before the month is over. But all that hard work is winning you lots of important recognition from your peers. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov.21) Keeping to your work schedule could prove difficult with all those personal distractions. Best advice: Stay with it. There’ll be time later for socializing. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Jumping hurdles this week might be vexing for most, but not for the sage Sagittarian, who recognizes that meeting a challenge can open up opportunities. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan.19) More obstacles might be thrown in your path as you try to finalize a new agreement. But the sure-footed Goat ignores the stumbling blocks and stays the course. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb.18) We know the Water Bearer takes pleasure in giving to others. But why not let someone else enjoy the experience too by accepting that offer of help? PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) You might find you need to ease up on your hectic schedule this week. Don’t fret about it. It could be helpful to take a break and replenish your energy supply. BORN THIS WEEK: You have a way of finding practical solutions to complex problems, and you do it with grace. © 2013 King Features Synd., Inc.
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No Air Needed : Includes Everything : Once in a lifetime chance as the world's greatest ship sails to Europe roundtrip from Florida including a complete Europe tour included! FREE BUS from Sun City for a Transatlantic cruise to Barcelona; Mediterranean cruise to Italy including multiple visits to Rome, Naples, Sorrento & Capri; Western Europe Cruise to Costa Del Sol, Northern Spain & Holland. Leave the ship in Holland to enjoy an escorted Trip with most meals to Rhine Valley, Bavaria, Austrian Alps, Tuscany, Switzerland, Paris & London with 3 nights stay in most cities . Re-board the Oasis of the Sea in Southampton for transatlantic cruise to Florida and free bus back to the Sun City. Nothing like it has ever been done and you don't want to miss it because the only company in the world that has it is Legendary Journeys!
57 DAYS from $7,777
GREAT
GETAWAYS Try one of our Signature classic getaways to some of our nations best landmarks and attractions. Meet friends along the way or come in a group. These vacations are guaranteed to leave you with lasting memories of your legendary journey!
DOLLYWOOD FALL ROSE PARADE 2013 PARKS & CASINOS 6 DAYS ...................................... from $1,099 10 DAYS ....................................... from $998 FOLIAGE AIRFARE INCLUDED! Visit three of AIRFARE INCLUDED! New Years Eve Nevada’s Casino Resort Cities & some of 8 DAYS ........................................... from $799 Celebration, Parade seats, sightseeing & more. Add tours of California coast or Vegas. Add cruises to Hawaii, Mexico or Panama Canal.
America’s best National Parks, Yosemite and Death Valley National Park.
AIRFARE INCLUDED! Fall Foliage at its best! Unpack once at the mountain resort of Killington and enjoy the best of New England Fall Colors.
packed tour to the mountains of North Carolina!
BUS INCLUDED! Smoky and Blue Ridge Mountains during peak foliage season.
NATIONAL PARKS & SMOKY MOUNTAINS NEW ENGLAND 13 DAYS .......................................... from $999 ROCKIES HUB & SPOKE INCLUDED! Escape the heat 8 DAYS ........................................... from $899 BUS 15 DAYS .................................. from $2,499 of the summer by taking this value
AIRFARE INCLUDED! Best way to see America’s National Parks and the Canadian Rockies by motorcoach & rail
DREAM DESTINATIONS
ALBUQUERQUE LAS VEGAS & AUSTRALIA & BALLOON FIESTA CABO NEW ZEALAND AIRFARE INCLUDED! AIRFARE INCLUDED! 18 DAYS ......................... from $4298 12 DAYS ................ from $1,215 8 DAYS ................................. from $1,098 AIRFARE INCLUDED! Perhaps one of the best offerings to Australia & New Zealand from only $239 per person per day!
Sail to Cabo San Lucas and Puerto Vallarta and enjoy a Las Vegas post stay from only $102 per person per day! Don’t delay, Call us TODAY!
Visit Las Vegas, 2 national parks and the spectacular Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta on this once in a lifetime tour!
CALIFORNIA COAST BRANSON SHOWS & BIG SUR AIRFARE INCLUDED! BY JET OR BUS 8 DAYS............................... from $1,199 9 DAYS ................... from $999 Visit San Francisco, the California Coast,
FALL TRANSATLANTICS 16 - 31 DAYS ....................from $1499
BEST OF SPAIN TRANSATLANTIC TO TAMPA
CARIBBEAN CRUISE
the Pacific Coast Highway & More!
AIRFARE INCLUDED! FREE BUS
18 DAYS .................... from $1,799
BUS OR AIR INCLUDED! Leisurely 5 days in Branson - Show capital of the world! - where you will enjoy 7 included shows.
5 STAR CLOISTER & SEA ISLAND BUS INCLUDED 5 DAYS .............from $599
Barcelona Pre Tour, Malaga & Costa del Sol, Seville, Lisbon and More! Sail to Tampa! $100 on Board Credit! Can cruise from Athens or Rome. FREE BUS TAMPA TO SUN CITY.
Enjoy one of the top ten resorts in America with this escorted trip to Sea Island, St Simons & more. Space is limited, Call TODAY!
CANADA BY TRAIN 10 DAYS ............... from $1,299
ALASKA & DENALI AIR INCLUDED 16 - 19 DAYS ... from $1,999
AIRFARE INCLUDED! Enjoy the best of Canadian Fall Foliage with cruise and train journey to Montreal. Ask your Legendary Journeys agent for details.
Seattle, Vancouver, Canada’s Inside Passage, Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway, Glacier Bay, Denali Tour, Anchorage...
9 FLORIDA OFFICES: Ft Myers • Lakeland • Largo Ocala • Port Charlotte • Sarasota Sun City Center • Venice • The Villages
AIR INCLUDED
Choice of Ships: Carnival, Holland, Celebrity, Royal Caribbean, NCL, Princess, MSC. Sail from England. Italy. Spain. AND MORE! CALL TODAY!
AIRFARE INCLUDED!
8 DAYS .................................. from $499
Just announced! Free bus to ship & all taxes included to Eastern & Western Caribbean.
HUB & SPOKE TOURS 15 DAYS ................................ from $2248 AIRFARE INCLUDED! MOST MEALS INCLUDED! Choice of Ireland, Springtime in the Alps, Alpine Oktoberfest, Switzerland, Italy!
ALPINE OKTOBERFEST 15 DAYS ......................... from $2,298
Join us for our monthly Travel Club Meetings for Special tips and deals that only our members receive! Call your local Legendary Journeys office to sign-up for our travel club and start your journey today!
NEXT MEETING Kings Point Clubhouse May 12th at 2:00 PM MEMBERS FREE - GUESTS $5.00
AIRFARE INCLUDED! Other Trips with 1 Hotel Stay including Breakfast and Dinner Daily are also Switzerland, Ireland, Italy and more!
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