The News of December 2014 - ISSUE #77
...an official publication of the Sun City Center Community Association
Happy Holidays
“Holiday Fun in the Sun” Parade and WinterFest Don’t Miss it!
December Calendar December 6 – Golf Cart Parade and Minto Winter Festival December 13 – Breakfast and Holiday Walk
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION SCHEDULE December 2 Membership Vote Sandpiper Room – 8 a.m.- 3 p.m. 3 Membership Vote Community Hall – 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. 10 Board Meeting Rollins Theater – 9 a.m. 16 Community Leaders Meeting Florida Room – 9 a.m. January 7 Annual Membership Meeting Community Hall – 7 p.m. 14 Board Meeting Rollins Theater – 9 a.m. 20 Community Leaders Meeting Florida Room – 9 a.m. Agendas for monthly Board Meetings will be posted on Official Bulletin Boards the Friday before and on CA website (suncitycenter.org – under “Association”). They will also be sent via “What’s New in the CA” email.
Creativity and fun are always on display at the Holiday Cart Parade.
By Phyllis Hodges, Reporter Ready for some “Holiday Fun in the Sun”? That’s the theme for the December 13 SCC Golf Cart Parade and WinterFest. Parade entrants must return registrations to the CA Office by December 10. You can get them at the CA Office, the Atrium ticket kiosk and both Kings Point clubhouses. In addition to three raffles for $200, $300
and $500 for cart entries, prizes will be awarded for 18 decorated carts— thanks to Minto Communities, which is donating $6,000 for parade expenses. To add to the fun day, Minto is holding its 4th Annual WinterFest which starts at 11 a.m. and ends at 2:30 p.m. That event promises to be better than ever. It will include almost 40 vendors--seven for food.
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On the Inside Bulletin Board....................................... 23 & 24 Bridge News.................................................... 33 CARE.................................................................. 34 Club News............................................... 18 -22 Crossword........................................................ 32 CryptoQuote.................................................. 21 Dance...................................................... 10 & 11 Entertainment Corner................................. 12 Golf....................................................26, 27 & 29 Library Update..................................................8 Lifestyles.............................................................7 Looking Back.....................................................9 Meet your Neighbor(s)...................................2 Military......................................................15 - 17 Movies.............................................................. 12 Newcomers........................................................2 President’s Report...........................................3 Sudoku............................................................. 28 Where Will You Take The SCC Story?.........6
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Mark and Audrey Vietzke don headgear for their free photos.
There will also be free massages, a photo booth, caricatures and a pet contest (at noon). LADYHAWKE, a local band, will be providing entertainment. Dave Birkett, parade chairman, said that, in addition to spreading the prize money among more participants this year, the committee See Parade on page 5.
Holiday Breakfast Benefits Fireworks By Phyllis Hodges, Reporter It’s e arly to b e t hin king about July 4 fireworks, but it is time to think about the breakfast on December 6 that will help make them possible. The day’s schedule begins in the CA Central Campus Florida Room. A $5 breakfast of pancakes, sausage, eggs, toast, juice and coffee will start at 7 a.m. and continue until noon. The breakfast is part of the annual CA HOLIDAY WALK. Club rooms will open around 9 a.m. so you can browse and admire their displays. It is a great time to shop for unique handmade gifts. Sam and Joanne Sudman, breakfast organizers, said they are continually amazed at the spirit with which volunteers step forward. A crew of 125 will be on hand helping with the breakfast, and members of the Organ and Keyboard Club are generously donating time to enhance the festive mood. L ast year, 825 breakfasts were sold to help finance 2014 fireworks (cancelled due to construction). Proceeds from this year’s breakfast will be added to the funds raised last year. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the holiday season with friends and family—and contribute to the fireworks fund too!
Members of the NEWS of Sun City Center staff were on hand to say: “Hi, Neighbor!”.
Another Successful “Hi, Neighbor!”
By Phyllis Hodges, Reporter “We already love it and never want to leave,” said George Hawn, who visited this year’s “Hi, Neighbor!” after being here only six weeks. We heard similar comments from other newcomers who found the event to be extremely helpful as they begin familiarizing themselves with SCC. Janet Ditmore, Hospit ality Chairman, who organizes the yearly event, said, “We had a capable and tireless group of volunteers. The changes we made this year to open more space and to organize the table placements by grouping similar activities seemed to help the flow of traffic. Even with more participants and more attendees, there was better access for interaction between the exhibitors and the attendees. Thanks to the 95 groups who participated.” Janet sends special kudos to Claudia
Hinson of the CA staff and to Michael Chute and his maintenance team at Community Hall who put in many hours of work and to Aston Gardens for providing cookies for the visitors—estimated at over 800. For LOTS more event pictures check out our Facebook page: www. facebook.com/NewsofSCC. See Hi, Neighbor on page 5.
DID YOU KNOW
If you have items to sell or that you wish to buy, you can place an ad on the Buy, Sell and Trade bulletin board in the Information Hallway of the Atrium Building. It must be on a 3”x5” index card. After 30 days, the ad will be removed. Note: If you have a suggestion for this feature, send it to hodgespress@gmail.com
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Meet Your Neighbors
By Agnes Baker Meet Ilona Merritt Married to Russell since 2001, Ilona was born in Hamburg, Germany and came to America in April, 1954. She settled with family members in Toledo, Ohio. She received her Associate Degree and was the Recreational Director for the City of Toledo, working in the Senior Citizen Program. She also served as the first Activity Director in a nursing home run by the Little Sister of the Poor. With the economic turndown, Ilona found herself without a job, widowed, and two sons to raise, and so this resourceful lady formed a group tour company. She planned, organized and escorted most of the tours, which also gave her the opportunity of seeing many sections of the United States as well as foreign countries. Running the company led Ilona to the world of computers, when she organized mailing lists as well as designed her sales brochures. In 1996, after selling her business and moving to Sun City Center, she joined the Computer Club and took over the editing of their newsletter. Now, some 18 years later, she still has the job, serving during that time as president of the Club as well. Her volunteer work spans many years, starting with her move to Toledo. She worked at the Lutheran Old Folks Home, doing surprise events for the residents. Until it closed, she worked with the female residents at the Balm Prison teaching them computer skills. Additionally, Ilona served for fifteen years on the Security Patrol. For three years she was a member of the Synchronized Swimmers team. However, she informs me that, even though she enjoyed the challenge of the organized swims, she took more pleasure in designing the islands that floated in the pool at the beginning of each show. She is a charter member and past president of the German American Club and is a director with the Guardianship
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Foundation of SCC, working with special client Martha V. Olson. She also serves as ombuds person for The News of Sun City Center. Russell enthusiastically endorsed her desires to expand her world to include learning to play the accordion, which went from a very small one to the larger model, and then she chose to learn the Steirische Harmonika, known as the Button Box. An Alpine Instrument, it is a real challenge to play. Her other hobby? Again, with Russell’s encouragement, she builds miniature houses—not just doll but chalets, stores, etc, and finishes each room down to the smallest detail. We were amazed at the other miniatures on display in her home, including a miniature painting and a miniature easel about four inches high. She is currently working on organizing a miniature club so she can work with others. We are very fortunate to have talented folks in our community, doubly fortunate when they are willing to share those talents and their good heart with us. Say hello to such a person … Meet Ilona!
NEWCOMERS December 2014
List prepared by Linda Bowker from CA staff data. Report corrections, additions to CA at 633-3500.
Last Relihan Verhagen Gargiulo Lee Pugliese Dudley Jones Seewald Riga Bowley Weeks Moser Kaufman Jones Stumpf Perez Snow Cerulli Murphy Reilly Hunt Craft Boroff Darden Simms Kelley Hugill Insinga Reid Ryan Barry Barbarow Weaver Skaine Bolduc Tibbetts Bungay Kerr Leichtweis Nycz Oranzi Dunn
First William & Margaret Louis & Laurie Stephen & Marilyn Kathleen John Gail James & Shirley Bill & Edith Mary Gordon & Michelle Susan Norma James & Patricia Barbara William & Kristine Gustavo & Lucia Douglas & Patricia Michael & Alicyn David & Mary James & Diane James & Sandra Clay & Kathleen Paul & Janell Paul & Jackie Anthony & Patricia Richard & Phyllis Jack & Carol Vincent & Martha Francis & Sarah Jeanne Barbara Thomas John & Dora Raymond & Sandra Gregory & Kathleen Hollis & Christine Eric & Paula Thomas Sherry Michael Bob & Judy John & Tamara
Num Local Street Hometown St 1705 Amhurst Cir Los Angeles CA 1757 Atrium Dr Sheboygan WI 1607 Bentwood Dr Topsham ME 1616 Bentwood Dr Okinawa JP 1616 Bentwood Dr Providence RI 2019 Berry Roberts Dr Flemington NJ 1345 Bluewater Dr Rochester NY 301 Brockfield Dr North Webster IN 1304 Cherry Hills Dr Woburn MA 1750 Council Dr Portsmouth NH 1511 Dedham Dr Dover NH 2018 Del Webb Blvd E Syracuse IN 2018 Del Webb Blvd E Syracuse IN 1113 El Rancho Dr Elmhurst IL 1010 Emerald Dunes Dr Ludington MI 1049 Emerald Dunes Dr El Paso TX 1109 Emerald Dunes Dr Topsham ME 1508 Emerald Dunes Dr Winchester MA 1518 Emerald Dunes Dr Providence RI 1520 Emerald Dunes Dr Berlin MD 1522 Emerald Dunes Dr Milford IA 1524 Emerald Dunes Dr Quincy IL 1618 Emerald Dunes Dr Van Wert OH 1640 Emerald Dunes Dr Newport News VA 2411 Emerald Lake Dr Apt 205 Riverview FL 1208 Fordham Dr 802 King Leon Wy Grand Island NY 2108 Meadowlark Ln Landenberg PA 1411 Nashua Cir Pittsburgh PA 1331 New Bedford Dr Carmel NY 2109 New Bedford Dr Indian Land SC 2109 New Bedford Dr Indian Land SC 640 Oakmont Ave Polk OH 1502 Pebble Beach Blvd N Clarence NY 1203 Peridot Ln Plymouth MA 527 Rimini Vista Wy Buffalo NY 315 Siena Vista Pl Can 713 Tam O’Shanter Ave Shreveport LA 1323 Via Toscana Wy 1323 Via Toscana Wy 1711 Wedge Ct Kennett Square PA 725 Winterbrooke Wy Hampton VA
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SUBMIT your NEWS and EVENTS via email to newsofscc.ca@gmail.com. Attach jpeg or pdf images to the email. Either paste the content in the email or attach it in a Word document. No scanned docs, please. The NEWS of Sun City Center A publication of the SCC Community Association 1009 N. Pebble Beach Blvd. Sun City Center, FL 33573 813-633-3500 News Office 813-938-8721 (located in Old Town Hall) Editor-in-Chief Adam Porter newsofscc.ca@gmail.com 813-938-8721 Ext. 2 Reporter Phyllis Hodges hodgespress@gmail.com
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Reporter Uta Kuhn imadolfinlady@gmail.com Contributors: CA Board of Directors and Staff, Agnes Baker, Linda Bowker, Ilona Merritt, Kai Rambow, Judy Schings, LeRoy Skinner Photographers: Phyllis Hodges, John Bowker CA Board Liaison: Howie Griffin, Mike Killian Ombudsperson: Ilona Merritt IlonaMerritt7201@yahoo.com Advertising: John Wolf - 813-938-8721 newsofsccads@gmail.com Publisher: SCC Community Association Monthly deadline:
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Don’t Forget to Vote!
the 2014 sticker in order to receive By Uta Kuhn, Reporter While many folks have already a ballot. Tellers will also accept a turned in their absentee ballots, those driver’s license with proof of residence that have not can still vote in person, in Sun City Center. After they have December 2 and 3. But how does proved their eligibility to vote, they the process work, and what happens will receive a ballot, which then gets before and after you cast your ballot? deposited into a locked box as they Here are a few facts you need to know leave the polling place. The Election Committee Chairs about how to vote. Shelba Fields and Barbara Rein were select nine Tellers from the approved again appointed by the CA Board to Elections Committee list to work the serve as Chair, and Vice Chair of the polls. They also select 18 additional Judges and “ballot counters.” The Election Committee. On November 12, 2014, judges, judges and ballot counters will begin DUES tellers and ballot counters were the process of counting the ballots at Please note that all payment of approved by the CA Board to work a time designated by the Elections dues will be handled through BB&T the upcoming elections for the three Chairman. Bank—no payments will be accepted vacancies on the board of Directors When the counting of ballots starts, in the Community Association and the Theatre referendum. The they are stacked in sets of 25 and office. Also, it is very easy to pay Election Committee members who this includes a tally sheet, on which electronically, saving a stamp and will be working the upcoming election the votes are marked according to a trip to the Bank. However, an will strictly adhere to the Association’s the choice the voter made. This tally envelope will be included for your Bylaws and the Elections Manual. sheet is then initialed by the “counter” convenience should you choose the The first thing in the process is that and then handed over to the second option of mailing your payment. those working the election are first “counter” who will verify the accuracy CONSTRUCTION given the list of all eligible voters, of the count and also initial the tally Our master building projects have by name, address and CAnumber. sheet. Should there be a discrepancy continued steadily and progress is Absentee ballots received are posted a third “counter” will recount them made daily, much of which can be against the list that will be used again. seen as one drives North Pebble on election day, so that no one The last person then takes the Beach. Our website, suncitycenter. accidentally votes twice. Those ballots final tally results to the judge who org, has the full array of photos from are not opened at this time, but are will enter the information into the the time the first shovel of dirt was locked up in a secure place until computer. When all ballots have been turned in April through November. December 3, which is the first day to counted and duly recorded in the All signs point to the end of the year vote in person. computer, the Election Committee time frame for completion. When voting in person members are Board Liaison is then given the final CHERRY HILLS DRIVE asked to show their CA ID card with result of the vote. PARKING Please be aware that at the end of the year when the construction is completed that the county will return Cherry Hills Drive to “No Parking” on the street. Keep this in mind as Hardship financial relief for 2015 dues is available to tickets can be issued once the street is returned to “No Parking.” Sun City Center members. The resident owner of the
By Jane Keegan
HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES The season is upon us of holiday activities. The first Saturday in December, the Holiday Breakfast in the Florida Room will be available from 7 a.m. to noon; the breakfast includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, toast, coffee, and juice for only $5. The CA Clubs on Campus will be opening their shops for special Christmas sales of hand crafted items from 9 a.m. till noon. The second Saturday of December is the Holiday Golf Cart Parade which will begin at 10 a.m. This will be followed by WinterFest, sponsored by Minto. Minto will be offering $6,000 in prize money in twenty one categories. This year’s theme is “Holiday Fun in the Sun.” Winners will be determined in three categories: Individual, Business, and Group, which includes clubs, organizations, and homeowners and condominium associations. ATRIUM REAR PARKING LOT Weeks ahead of schedule, on November 4, 2014, the rear parking lot was opened and made available to all who attended the National Lawn Bowling Tournament. The new lights, landscaping, and traffic flow are welcome to all CA members who have waited patiently all summer for the parking lot to reopen. Please remember to take advantage of the opening of the lot and the lights that keep it well lit at night.
PHOTO BY JUDY STIMSON
President’s Report
HARDSHIP REQUESTS DUE BY FEBRUARY 27
CA membership card or photo ID required to vote.
property applying for financial hardship assistance must have been a member of the community in good standing for a period of three years prior to applying for assistance. They must also complete a full financial disclosure. Applications for hardship must be submitted by February 27, 2015 to be considered for the current year. Please see Judy Hill at the CA office to pick up an application.
Absentee Ballots are available at the CA Office until 3 p.m., December 3, 2014. Please bring your CA membership card with you.
DONATION NOTICE
ELECTION OF DIRECTORS VOTE ON 2015 DUES REFERENDUM ON NEW THEATER/FINANCING Tuesday, December 2, 2014, 8:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sandpiper Room in the Atrium Wednesday, December 3, 2014, 9:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Room 3, Community Hall
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING Wednesday, January 7, 2015 • 7 p.m. Community Hall (refreshments at 6:30 p.m.)
200 Members Required For a Quorum -Agenda-
I. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance II. Approval of Minutes: October 22, 2014 Membership Meeting III. Treasurer’s Report IV. Community Manager’s Report V. Awards & Recognition VI. Installation of newly elected Directors VII. President’s Report VIII. General Discussion by Members IX. Adjournment
DONATIONS TO THE SCCCA Did you know that as a 501(c)(3) corporation, donations made to the Community Association are tax deductible? These donations are used in many ways for the betterment of our community.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
CLUB/ORGANIZATION AMOUNT
Billiards Club Irish Connection Monday Movies Scottish Rite Club SCC Line Dancers Club
$665 $200 $221 $200 $100
APPLIED TO
Billiards Table Renovation Operations Offset License Fees Capital Fund Hardship Fund
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Parade from page 1. is making another change for easier identification of winning carts. Prior to the parade, a big red award ribbon will be affixed to the 18 winning carts. However, until awards are presented at the end of the parade, neither the participants nor onlookers will know how those winners placed. All the winning carts will be parked in one area under the trees by the bandstand. The parade will start promptly at 10 a.m. from the CA parking lot parallel to N. Pebble Beach Boulevard. It will turn right out of the lot on LaJolla, right on El Rancho, right on Ojai and left on Cherry Hills to the bandstand area. For parade information via email: Dave Birkett, davesccsic@gmail.com Creativity and fun are always on display at the Holiday Cart Parade.
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Terrianne Wallace was on hand with free massages last year at WinterFest.
PHOTO BY ADAM PORTER
Hi Neighbor from page 1.
PHOTO BY PHYLLIS HODGES
Hundreds packed Community Hall for Hi, Neighbor!
PHOTO BY PHYLLIS HODGES
Janet Ditmore (center) was gratified to see how well traffic was flowing in Community Hall with the changes made this year.
Diane and Kevin McPherson, who moved here from Michigan in September, got some useful information about the Fitness Center from Jim Blackstone. He was a contractor in Michigan, and they hope to start a home improvement and home watch business here.
PHOTO BY PHYLLIS HODGES
PHOTO BY PHYLLIS HODGES
George and Michelle Hawn decided to join the Archery Club as something new for their SCC lifestyle. Kathleen Kistler (with bow) is helping orient them to the club’s activities The Hawns operated a dance studio in the Youngstown, Ohio, area and were delighted to find so many dance clubs here.
Bob and Joyce Wellman moved here this summer from Knoxville. They say they are sorting through all the things to do. L standing: Janet Ditmore. L to R seated at the Information Center display: Linda Clapp and Margaret Vaske.
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Where Will YOU Take the SCC Story?
We will publish your picture taken elsewhere in your SCC T-shirts or holding a copy of The News of Sun City Center. Email your photo with a caption to newsofscc.ca@gmail.com.
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Mike and Brenda Perkins helped celebrate Pentti Salin’s birthday in Budapest, Hungary. Here they are with the NEWS outside the Parliament Building.
The News of Sun City Center has accumulated so many frequent flyer miles, it is now making trips by itself. Here it is, with new friend Saeko, on the Imperial Palace grounds in Tokyo, Japan.
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Paula and David Lickfeldt celebrated their upcoming 25th wedding anniversary by cruising the Hawaiian Islands.
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Karen Jones traveled over 4,400 miles with her sister Robin Scott and friend Sylvia Wooley. They drove through Quebec, Labrador, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick before returning to Syracuse, their starting point.
Bev and Ron Silva recently took a cruise in the North Atlantic with ports in Copenhagen, Denmark; Bergin, Norway; Lerwick, Shetland Islands; Reykjavik, Iceland; Glasgow, Scotland; Belfast, No. Ireland, and Dublin, Ireland.
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Ham Radio Operators Combine a Hobby with Service By Phyllis Hodges, Reporter Do you know what the Amateur Radio Club (ARC) really does in that space in the Maintenance Building? It was eye-opening to say the least to talk with Rick Sochon, president, Bill Adkins, the club’s newest member, and other members—their enthusiasm is contagious. The club is much more than just a place for members to gather and chat with folks all over the world, just because they can. “The County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) says they could not operate without us,” Rick says with pride. ARC is the area’s only group that can be a communications bridge between the many local, county, state and federal organizations that would play roles during a natural or manmade disaster. Visiting the ARC web site (SCCARC.info) would be useful for all of us. It tells how to get help or contact out-of-area family and friends during disasters. The site is actually located in Michigan to avoid any possibility of it being shut down during a local emergency. ARC members combine a hobby they are passionate about with a desire to serve. And serve they do! Few of us have any idea how many
that could be used during extended power outages. Members pay for their own equipment, but the CA and various grants fund club expenses. Bill Adkins who came to SCC a year ago from Pennsylvania via Ruskin is the club’s newest member. He has an extensive aerospace engineering background and is impressed with the seriousness that ARC members Look for this 8 1/2 x 11” signal at the home approach training, practicing and of 70 ARC members during an area-wide, maintaining equipment. Bill is days-long emergency. They can transmit emergency calls outside this area.
an avid radio controlled airplane enthusiast. He says over the years he has accumulated about a dozen helicopters and 40 or so airplanes, including jets. “I just love technology,” he says. ARC is open to visitors 9 to 11 a.m. Monday through Friday, although members gather there at other times as well. The building is easy to locate—it’s the one with four big antennas.
hours they spend serving their fellow SCC residents. For example, at the last fireworks, they had 20 members stationed every 200 feet around the perimeter communicating messages that everyone needed to hear something at the same time. At the upcoming golf cart parade, they will be monitoring the route. They also help at community events such as the Methodist Church’s recent Trunk and Treat. The building housing ARC is rated for Hurricane 5. Rick says power for the equipment is no problem since they have 12-volt battery backup power there. He smiles when he points out the number of 12-volt golf cart batteries in this community Talking to ham operators around the country, Denny Eilers conducts an ARC Monday morning high frequency test.
Bill Adkins built this drone as an experiment and is the only ARC member with experience to operate it. It can take photos now, but he plans to add a video camera that could be used in situations requiring an aerial view, such as search and rescue.
L to R: Richard Wiczalkowski, Bill and Kay Adkins, and Rick Sochon were happy to talk at the SCC Amateur Radio Club at Hi Neighbor! Bill is holding one of his 12 helicopters.
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SCC Holiday Food Drive
The SCC Security Patrol and the SCC Chamber of Commerce will again be sponsoring a Food Drive to benefit Our Lady of Guadalupe food pantry in Wimauma. The Pantry will need can goods, box goods or any non perishable grocery item. The food pantry serves meals and provides grocery bags to our area’s needy. The Cat Lovers Club is also requesting cat food donations to provide food to local low-income residents and colony caretakers. Any cat food donations will be appreciated by the Cat Lovers Club. Bring your food donations to the Security Patrol Office, SCC Chamber office or the Kings Point Clubhouses. Cat food donations are to be brought to the Security Patrol office. The drive will run from November 20 until December 22, 2014.Any questions, please contact the SCC Security Patrol Front Row Left to Right: Butch Bowley, Patricia Rapach, Ron Smaller, Eric Nodland, at 813-642-2020. Joyce Nodland and Russ Clewley. Back Row Left to Right: Peggy Bierce, Rick Axtell, Let’s help our area’s residents have hot and hearty meals. Feel the satisfaction Sharon Axtell, Pat Slutskin, Bob Tatem, Elaine Tatem, Barry Slutskin and Scott Sullivan. of giving! Thanks for your support.
Water Leaks – The infrastructure of our community involves underground water pipes, electric lines and phone lines. When there is a water leak, power outage or disruption to our phones, our dispatch center becomes the command center for notifications. A driver is usually dispatched to sites to tr y to determine whether it is a county problem or a resident’s problem. We contact the appropriate utility and will follow up with the caller on the action taken. Missing Persons – Recently a wife came into the office reporting her husband missing – he has Alzheimer’s. Captain of day came back to office to talk to resident and advised Patrol cars to search for husband. Captain and wife searched for her husband and located him – a good ending for all. The Security Patrol office is open every day of the year, 7 a.m. until 11 p.m. One Saturday, a couple stopped in the office inquiring about SCC. They were driving down I-75 and were researching retirement communities. Our dispatcher gave them information and advised them to come back and visit the Information Center. Many times, visitors and new residents stop in for directions and information about SCC. These are just some of the call activities that the Security Patrol addresses daily. Be a part of this valuable service organization by calling 813-642-2020. Be a volunteer, make a donation and support your Security Patrol of Sun City C enter. We are funded 100% by your generous donations.
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October brought an increase in Sun City Center traffic as well as an increase in calls to the Security Patrol. Many of our residents call us with concerns, questions and what action to take about many situations. Pets – Many calls come in reporting beloved pets are lost, get out when the door opens or just run away on their daily outings. Patrol vehicles are dispatched to the vicinity to look for the missing pet. Also, many calls are received from residents who spot a lost animal or the resident has a stray pet and is looking for the owner. Fortunately, many pets are returned to their owners due to our residents and the services the Patrol offers. Concerns/Questions – Most of our dispatch shifts record concerns or questions that our residents need to have answered. Some examples of calls received are the resident who was annoyed with his neighbor’s barking dog; the wife who was upset that her husband had fallen on the lanai; the resident concerned about a trailer parked on the sidewalk; the call asking what to dial for long-distance operator assistance; or the caller suspecting he/she was scammed. The Security Patrol is not only a resource for Sun City Center residents but also for those out of state. The Patrol offers support on many concerns. There was a call from a lady wanting verification that her aunt still lived in SCC because she needs to notify her of a death. Another call from a homeowner on vacation, but had a funny feeling about their house and would like a security driver to go by to see if all is well.
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Submitted by Elaine Birkinshaw It has been an interesting month with construction inside the library and all around us, but we are soldiering on and we appreciate your patience while we have been getting through this challenging time. As we approach completion of the restrooms, changing of our main electrical service and connecting to the new addition, there will be intermittent closings. We will try to give you as much notice as possible but we need to be flexible to meet the needs of the contractor’s schedule. The good news is when construction is complete we will have a new entrance, new restrooms and a beautiful addition with a reading area and computer room. Because we cannot anticipate when we will be open or closed, we are not currently listed as a pickup location for Hillsborough County materials. It takes about one week on each end of a closure to reroute reserves and we rarely have that much lead time. We apologize for this inconvenience, knowing that many of you depend on Hillsborough reserves, but we anticipate being able to get back into the regular routing some time in December. Our SCC Library catalog was updated while we were closed and we have received some nice compliments about the new look.
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SCC’s First Communal Facility
By Sylvia Willis, History Society Our first residents were greeted with top-class recreational facilities in the center of our original development. These included: a 9-hole golf course (North Lakes); outdoor swimming pool and picnic area; shuffleboard courts; croquet on the lawn in front of Town Hall; horseshoes; lawn bowling, and arts and crafts buildings. Swan Lake, the former farm’s cattle watering hole, had been developed into a lake with a beach and a fishing pier. No former pioneers taming the wilderness ever had it so good!
Looking southwest over SCC in 1963.
New clubs quickly formed, a library opened in the Town Hall, Mealson-Wheels began deliveries in 1963, and our Emergency Squad began providing emergency services in 1964. In 1964 a Civic Association (CA) was incorporated to represent all owners in contracts with the developer, and to maintain the ownership of recreational and communal property. Town Hall 1967 before our totem pole succumbed to termites.
As an unincorporated community – then and now – Sun City Center’s volunteer corps has always been the backbone of our town. We are known today as a premier retirement community in the United States. This would not be possible without the amazing amount of time and talents so generously donated to provide many required services and support our high quality of life. Next time we will look at the many ways our volunteers began and continue to enrich this fabulous place. Anyone know how to carve a totem pole?
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ARTS & entertainment CONCERT BAND• DANCE • SHOWS • JAZZ• FLEXERCISE & MORE!
DANCING Need a Place to Practice Your Dance Steps?
Every Sunday afternoon from 2 – 3:30 p.m. the Dance Studio in the Atrium complex in SCC is open for those who want to hone their dance skills. This is not a lesson, just time to practice with some good music. The session is sponsored by the SCC Dance Club, is open to all members of the Community Association and residents of Kings Point.
Oldies But Goodies Club
OLDIES BUT GOODIES DANCE CLUB is up and running. Come join us December 21 from 7 to 10 p.m. and dance to the music provided by
“The Dukes” in the Community Hall 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. B.Y.O.B. water, ice and cups are provided. New Years Eve tickets will be for sale at the Kiosk in the Atrium starting December 1 Monday - Wednesday Friday from 9 a.m. to noon. $15 per person 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. B.Y.O.B., snacks or Champagne. Cups, water and ice are provided. Entertainment by “The Travelers” CHECKS ONLY Payable to “Oldies But Goodies Dance Club.” Any questions contact: Joanne Baskinger OBG President 813-728-1147 or jjlatenite@aol.com.
Happy Holidays Square Dance
It’s December, Christmas Time, and to help celebrate this glorious period of the year, the Sun City Center Swingers Square Dance Club will hold a “Happy Ho l i d ay s” Mainstream/Plus
Entertainment Corner NOTICE! Now that the parking lot on the north side is usable, all ticket sales will be moved back to the Atrium kiosk starting Monday, December 1. Mon.-Wed.-Fri. 9-noon. I hope you enjoyed the first Friday (Apartment 9) and Sunday (Tribute to John Denver) performances. I sure did! Thanks for your support! Judy Schings 813-642-2001. The remaining Sunday entertainment series shows are Heralds of Harmony Holiday Show (plus The Liberty Voices) (December 7), Eagles Tribute (with The Long Run not Hotel California) (January 18), A Valentine’s Date with Klassica (February 15) & Motown Magic (March 8). Friday series dance/shows are The HubCaps (January 23) NOTE: Main floor is sold out; tickets being sold in Room 4), Rocky & the Rollers (February 27), and Orlando Transit Authority (A Chicago Tribute) with Rock this Town Band (March 13). NOTE: please change date on your Friday night ticket from March 21 to March 13, 2015. And, of course, the Showcase on Wednesday, January 28, free to ALL series customers. Individual tickets are on sale now thru November 26 at Community Hall, effective December 1 at Atrium-Kiosk. Reserved seating and the Sunday shows include a wine and cheese reception as part of the price. The St. Petersburg Opera Co. has two more operas scheduled in the Rollins Theater. Figaro, Figaro, Figaro: Preview to the Barber of Seville (January 25), and Opera Therapy: Exploring Characters that Really Need Help (March 15). Tickets are on sale now $13 per person per opera. Coming Soon Simon & Son (Concert Pianists) - Wednesday, January 21, 7-9 p.m. Nightclub setting, 8 per table, BYOB). Tickets: $10 per person go on sale December 8. The South Shore Concert Band presents “Fanfare for February” Thursday, February 12, 7-8:30 p.m. Tickets: $5 per person go on sale January 12. Tony Pace, the Vegas entertainer from this year’s Showcase, will be here March 6, 7-9 p.m. Nightclub setting, 8 per table, BYOB. Tickets: $15/person go on sale Feb. 9. Sarasota Jazz Project presents March “Jazz-Ness” on Sunday, March 22, 2:30-4:30. Reserved theater seating. Tickets: $12 per person go on sale Feb. 23. The Fabulons (dance), Friday, April 10, 2015, 7-10 p.m. Tables of 10 with dance floor, BYOB. Tickets: $15 per person go on sale March 9.
Square Dance on Friday Night Dec. 19, 2014. Club members will provide delicious hors d’ oeuvres for the dancers to enjoy. Christmas punch will also be served. Dancers get your Jingle Bell Square Dance clothes on and join us for a great Dance and refreshments. The Caller for this special dance is Ron Reardon. This dance, along with the club’s regular Friday Night Dances, are held in the SCC Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Mainstream/Plus Dance 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. The Callers for December are as follows: Dec. 5 Ron Reardon; Dec. 12 Art Springer; Dec. 19 Ron Reardon; Dec. 26 Bob Ellis. Once again club members will donate Christmas presents to the guests of the Mary and Martha House in Ruskin. The club has been doing this for close to 20 years. The Mary and Martha House provides shelter for abused women and their children of the local area. The Club will hold its Annual Officer Elections and Pot Luck Dinner for members on Dec. 12, 2014. The club wishes our Jewish friends a Happy Hanukkah.
Square Dancers come join us for this Special Event Dance and every Friday Night for great dancing, fellowship, and Refreshments. Square Dance clothes or Dressy Casuals are acceptable. For further information call Veanna at 941-776-0477 or Geri at 813-633-9742 or see our website at http:/floridasquaredance.com/s.
Academy Of Ballroom, Dance
Saturday, December 6, Christmas Dance
There will be no dance lesson at 6:30 p.m. We will be having a social party instead to celebrate the holidays. If you would like to bring an appetizer to share and your own drinks, that would be appreciated. It will be fun to visit with your friends and meet some new people. There will be a dance exhibition by Bernice DuBro and Joe Tarara, and some other nice surprises. Mark your calendar so you don’t miss this evening of fun and lots of dancing. For more information, call Jean Kostka at 813-634-1235 or Charlie Brown at 813-712-0869.
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Moonglow Dance Club Moonglow Ballroom Dance Club proudly presents a very special evening of live music by “The Good Times Ballroom Fantasy Band” at their monthly dance on Thursday December 18th from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Sun City Center. This six-piece professional band from the Orlando area has played for Arthur Murray Studio Special Dances, and for numerous ballroom dance events in Central Florida from the Atlantic coast to the Gulf coast. We scheduled this Special Dance during the holiday season to benefit the great number of ballroom dancers in the area. The attire at Moonglow Dances is dressy casual. Members are FREE, and visitors/guests pay only $5 per person at the door. Singles Table(s) are always available. Please BYOB and Snacks, and the Club will provide ice, water, cups and napkins. We have had a great 2014 schedule of year-round monthly dances featuring talented entertainers booked for your dancing and/or listening to live music. Our 2015 membership details and Schedule are now available. We are also accepting reservations for our Annual Dinner Dance on Thursday January 22, 2015 catered by Banquet Masters with Mario DeLeon providing the music for your dancing and listening pleasure. Both current and new members pay only $15 and
visitors/guests are welcome for $25 per person. Visitors are always welcome, so why not get your friends & neighbors to join you at a Moonglow Dance? If you think that you can’t ballroom dance, remember that we are not “Dancing with the Stars.” We each do what our bodies allow us to do in time to the music. For more Information call813-633-1297 or 813-633-6453, or if you would like to receive Moonglow information by email gail3357@gmail.com.
Foxy Senior Dance
There has been a change: on December 20, 2014 there will be a Christmas party. It will be potluck in the Florida room from 7-9:30, and we have a new Karaoke entertainment to make our dancing and singing a lot of fun. So come and join us BYOB. Members are $3 and non-members $5. Dues are $10 per person. New Years Eve tickets are $32 per person. Call for more info: Angelina 813454-9572.
THEATRE
The Performing Arts Club presents The Poor Old Soles Club
Get ready to “CATCH THE EXCITEMENT” as The Performing Arts Club opens its 2015 season on February 26 at 7:30 p.m. at the Rollins Theater in Sun City Center (970 Cherry Hills Drive) with a “prize” winning original musical comedy, “The Poor Old Soles Club.” Taking place at the De Klomp Wooden Shoe Factory in Holland Michigan and filled with popular Broadway show tunes, audiences will embark on a delightful musical
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Stretching and bending in the Dance Studio. Come Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30 to 10 a.m. Contact Jane Stakey (813-9383268) or Darleen Pasono (813-6334910.
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journey with The Poor Old Soles as they form a lottery club and try, unsuccessfully, to strike it rich in the Michigan Lottery. But, after a few years, their bad luck is about to change. Play along with the wooden shoemakers, the secretaries, factory owner, Lars Vanderklomp and his ditzy personal assistant, Mitzie, as they go from rags to riches in a musical merry-go-round of ups and downs and highs and lows…AND winning and losing…and winning again. Show dates for “The Poor Old Soles Club” are: Feb. 26 at 7 p.m., Feb. 27, 28, March 4, 5, 6, and 7 at 7:30 p.m. with a matinee on Feb. 28 at 2 p.m. Join the cast after the show on Feb. 26 for a Cast Party. Ticket sales will begin on December 15 and are $12 for general seating and $15 for reserved seats. Tickets for the cast party are $20. Tickets for all shows may be purchased at the SCC Atrium kiosk with cash or check or with credit card by calling the box office at 813-4007803. For further information go to www.performingartsco-scc.org.
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MOVIES at the Rollins Theater One showing only @ 1 p.m.
The Monday Movies will normally show two movies each month in the Rollins Theater at 1p.m. on the second (2nd) and fourth (4th) Monday. Dates and times may change as required. Seating is limited to 200 per showing and is reserved for current Sun City Center Community Association members and their guests who present an up to date member/guest card or yellow ID badge.
Dec. 8 • “Chef ” • 115 min. • Rated R
A chef who loses his restaurant job starts up a food truck in an effort to reclaim his creative promise, while piecing back together his estranged family. Rated R for language, including some suggestive references. Genres: Comedy Actors: Jon Favreau, Sofia Vergara, Robert Downey JR, Dustin Hoffiman, Bobby Cannavale Language: English Subtitles: English Rated: R Run Time: 1:55
Dinner Dance• Saturday January 17, 2015 KPN Borini Theater Talented Volunteers Transform The Theater into a "Winter Wonderland" setting the atmosphere for a Most Elegant Evening Social Hour 5 p.m. BYOB Dinner is served at 6 p.m. by Orange Blossom Catering Beef or Fish Violinist Entertains Dance at 7 p.m. to the Music of "Flashback" Members $30 Guests $35 Ticket Sales - KPN Lobby Tuesdays 9 - Noon Tables for 8, 10, or 12 Singles table also available Questions? Call 419-4080
Dec. 22 • “The Fault In Our Stars”• 126 min. • Rated PG-13
Hazel and Augustus are two teenagers who share an acerbic wit, a disdain for the conventional, and a love that sweeps them on a journey. Their relationship is all the more miraculous, given that Hazel’s other constant companion is an oxygen tank, Gus jokes about his prosthetic leg, and they meet and fall in love at a cancer support group. Rated PG-13 for thematic elements, some sexuality and brief strong language. Genres: Drama, Romance Starring: Shailene Woodley, AnselElgort, Nat Wolff, Laura Dern, Willem Dafoe Language: English Subtitles: English Rated PG-13 Runtime: 2:06
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Flexercise Aerobics Club Installs Officers
The Flexercise Aerobic Club held its Annual Meeting on November 3 in the Community Hall. New officers were installed for 2015. Flexercise meets from 8 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. and Aerobics at 8:50 to 9:30 a.m. in the Community Hall on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays. Dues are $16 yearly from November 1, 2014 to October 31, 2015 which covers both classes. Our club is open to all Sun City Center residents. For info, call Nancy Mercer 813-634-8767.
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The Performing Arts Company of S.C.C. Presents P.A.C. Lite Variety Series The Rollins Theater in SCC is on fire this season with variety. You asked for it…you got it! Another “Cool Season of Red Hot Entertainment” continues as The Performing Arts Club of SCC presents seven shows as part of their “P.A.C. Lite Variety Series.” The public is invited to attend all shows at the Rollins Theater. The season opens on Saturday, January 10, at 2 and 7:30 p.m. with the magic of The Nathan Coe Marsh Show. What happens when you combine genuine warmth, hilarious audience interaction, creativity, an infectious passion for life, a blowtorch, samurai sword, eggs, duct-tape, and an iPad? You get a live entertainment experience from Nathan C oe Marsh—an experience that injects massive energy, fosters a sense of community and is a living example of innovation and passion for excellence. Seen on FOX, CBS, and chosen by Event Solutions Magazine as one of five finalists for Entertainment of the Year and heralded by MAGIC Magazine as “A breath of fresh air,” groups including GE, Jockey, Nestle, Raymond James Financial among many others have worked with Nathan to captivate, engage and fascinate their audiences. Now it is your turn. Coming to Sun City Center for a special limited engagement run beginning on Jan 21 and closing on Jan 24, direct from Bermuda and Europe and returning to the Rollins
Direct from Bermuda and fresh off a European Tour, Gavin Wilson, in a one man tribute to Mark Twain, returns for a limited engagement to the Rollins Theater as part of the Performing Arts Club’s PAC Lite Variety series on Jan 21 -23 at 7:30 p.m. and on Jan 24 at 2 p.m. in “Reminiscences and Other Lies by Mark Twain.”
Nathan Coe Marsh brings The Nathan Marsh show, featuring live impossibilities presented with warmth, humor and passion, along with his special style of magic to the Rollins Theater as the opening act of PAC Lite Variety Series on Jan 10 at 2 and 7:30 p.m. at the Rollins Theater.
Theater is Mark Twain, aka Gavin Wilson, in “Reminiscences and Other Lies by Mark Twain.” Gavin Wilson brings America’s beloved humorist, author, and philosopher to life on the Rollins stage in this funny, yet serious and topical show that captures the essence of what has made Twain such an enduring icon. Trained as an actor at the BBC in London in the ‘60s, Wilson has portrayed Twain for more than 10 years in venues around the world. In this engaging one-man show, he interacts with the audience and gives some surprising and amusing insights into the life and times of the comic genius who brought us such colorful characters as Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn. Tickets for each show are $12 and will go on sale December 15, at the SCC Atrium Kiosk on Mon., Wed, and Fri. from 9 a.m. ~ noon, or via credit card by calling 813-400-7803. Season tickets are available for $75 for 7 shows, which include reserved seating. For further information and details on all shows call 400-7803 or visit the PAC website at www. PerformingArtsCompany-SCC.org.
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Grand O pening Celebration Brunch with Gourmet Food Stations Dessert Table & Chocolate Fountain Live Entertainment Spectacular Door Prizes
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Emergency Squad
L to R: Eileen Peco, Chairman of the Board for the Emergency Squad; Greg Waltz; Chief Dennis Floto; Marty Mallak, Director and Tom Murphy, Asst. Chief.
Volunteer of The Month is Marty Gifford
Squad Receives Donation From Coastal Insurance Underwriters
Marty and her husband moved to Sun City Center in 1998. After her The Emergency Squad recently received a $500 donation from Coastal husband passed away, she received several calls from Emergency Squad Insurance Underwriters. Mr. Greg Waltz, the Squad’s insurance agent, members trying to recruit her into our family. Fortunately, they were presented the check to Chief Dennis Floto. successful because Marty has been with the Squad for ten years. Marty has held many positions on the Squad. She has been Assistant Chief, Personnel, Secretary on the Board of Directors, Dispatcher on Team One, Assistant Treasurer and is currently our Chief Financial Officer. Prior to moving to Sun City Center, Marty spent most of her time raising four children and is extraordinarily proud to tell you about her eight grandsons and one granddaughter. When time allows, Marty enjoys playing golf, bunka, knitting, crossstitching and is very active in the German American club. She lives with her best friend, Reinhold Baal, who is from Germany. We are so fortunate to have such an outstanding, talented and dedicated woman serving on the Squad.
Make sure you can get help at
a moment like this! Every year one out of three seniors will have a fall. How do you get HELP when you can’t get to a phone?
The Men’s Club of Sun City Center and Philips Lifeline (the #1 medical alert provider) offer various solutions for summoning help – whether medical, fire or sheriff response is needed. All help buttons are waterproof and can be worn in the shower – where most falls occur.
NEW • GoSafe – designed for Seniors on the go with 6 different locating technologies to find you – even when GPS isn’t available • HomeSafe – no need for a home phone line • Lifeline with AutoAlert – automatic fall detection • Standard Lifeline – peace of mind at a low price
Men’s Club of Sun City Center trained volunteers provides local service and support – at no charge. Philips Lifeline provides a nationwide response center. Call now to discuss which system would work best for you or your family.
Call the Men’s Club at 813-633-7091 or stop by our office at 1002-A Cherry Hills Drive
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B. Frank Kepley, CAPT, USN (Ret), Military Correspondent The Military Family Support Trust (MFST) recently held a luncheon to honor the leaders of the Sun City Center (SCC) and Kings Point (KP) military and civic organizations that have supported the many MFST endeavors. The luncheon was held at the Sun City Center Freedom Plaza Club on October 24, 2014. Colin Howgill, MFST chairman, thanked all of the honored guests for their generous support of the MFST goals. He then introduced each guest and provided background material on the organization. Prior to the luncheon a group photograph was taken which included the community leaders and MFST Board of Trustees. MFST is a 501(c)(3) charitable trust established in 1992 and headquartered in SCC Freedom Plaza. Using contributions the MFST provides significant benefits to both national and local individuals and programs related to military and federal employees. Some of the beneficiaries are JROTC cadets, scholarships to children and grandchildren, assistance to Homeless Women Veterans, Guide Dog training, the VA’s Operation Helping Hand and other similar charitable endeavors. The MFST Board of Trustees has voted to contribute $5,000 to the new Astro-Turf dog runs that Southeastern Guide Dogs Inc., plan to install. The total cost of the runs will be $40,000.
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Military MFST Thanks Community Leaders at Luncheon
Sun City Center and Kings Point community leaders and MFST Board of Trustees.
Get to Know Your Local Leathernecks Our membership consists of SCC and Kings Point veterans of the U.S. Marine Corps, and of the U.S. Navy who served with Marine Corps units. We have veterans of World War II, Korea, and Vietnam, as well as other lesser-known actions. The club was formed primarily to encourage a continuation of the camaraderie and fellowship that distinguishes our Corps. We also work to support active-duty service men and women, as well as other worthwhile causes. Some of our past and current activities include: Donations to
local organizations including The Emergency Squad, Southeastern Guide Dogs, the Patriots Club, the Deputies’ Darlings holiday gift program, the Shriners Club and others. Contributions to Marine Corps programs including the Commanders’ Unit Library Program that offers Kindle readers loaded with important material to deploying troops, and to the U.S. Marine Corps Museum. Collecting and sending purchase coupons to Marines and other service members overseas to help them save on groceries and other necessities.
Last year, we sent 750 pounds, or 1,097,250 coupons worth, a potential half a million dollars in savings. Establishment of the Toys for Tots U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Christmas toy collection program in this area. The local program has since been adopted by the Riverview Marine Corps League detachment. Providing a Marine Corps presence and appropriate farewell ceremonies at funerals for our fallen comrades. The club meets at 18:30 the third Tuesday of each month in the Sandpiper Room of the Atrium Building.
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Military SCC Veterans Day Ceremony Features Eunice Butts
Operation Warm Heart Welcomes Donations B. Frank Kepley, CAPT, USN (Ret) Around Christmastime, the Military Family Support Trust (MFST) collects funds to be donated to the 1st Sergeants Group at MacDill Air Force Base. The funds are used to purchase vouchers at the base commissary and PX and are distributed to needy base personnel for their use around the holidays. Anyone w ish i ng to ma ke a contribution this year may drop it off at the MFST Office in Freedom Plaza, 1010 American Eagle Blvd., 4th floor or call 813-334-4675 by Thursday, Dec. 5.
Eunice Butts addressing attendees.
DAR Member Receives Medal From SAR
Troy Coman and The Trinity Choir.
B. Frank Kepley, CAPT, USN (Ret), Military Correspondent The Annual Sun City Center Veteran’s Day Ceremony, sponsored by the combined military veterans organizations, was held at the Community Center on Tuesday, 11 November 2014. Legionnaire Janet Taylor, 1st Vice Commander, American Legion Post 246 and Vice Commander, American Legion District 15, US Navy (Vet), introduced the Grand Marshal, Harold Heil, U.S. Army, World War II (Vet) who led the program participants onto the stage. The Drummers, from left, were Mr. Edmund James, U. S. Navy (Vet) and Mr. Robert Lohr, SCC Shriner Club, USMC (Vet). Presentation of the Colors was by the East Bay High School JROTC Color Guard. Pastor Mark Salmon carried out the Invocation and closing Benediction and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Lt. Col. Gordon Bassett, USAF (Ret). The National Anthem followed by a musical interlude was led by the Trinity Singers directed by the Rev. James Feist, who also led a veteran’s service tribute. The guest speaker was Eunice Butts, Central Area Commander, American Legion Dept. of Florida. She is a retired Air Force veteran with over 25 years total service with the USAF during the Vietnam Era, the USAF Reserves and the Alabama National Guard. She is also Director VIP of Echelon 5, Twenty and Four “Honor Society for Women Legionnaires.” She is currently the Director VIP for the state of Florida 20/4. Eunice has been recognized and honored with many awards from organizations throughout the Hillsb orough community and nationally for her outstanding contributions and
Submitted by Jo Prater Jan Bassett, Recording Secretary for the Col. George Mercer Brooke Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution, was honored by the South Shore Chapter of Sons of the American Revolution during their meeting on November 1. Jan Veterans Day Drummers. was presented the SAR Medal of volunteerism enriching the lives then performed singing four wellAppreciation for her great support of of veterans and their families. Her remembered songs of the past and their Chapter during their formation presentation was enthusiastically the Trinity Singers ended the event and their first year. Jan’s Husband received as evidenced by a standing by singing God Bless America. Taps Gordon Bassett was the Chapter’s was then played and the ceremony ovation. first President. Mr. Troy Coman, USN (Vet) closed by Janet Taylor.
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Military MOWW Sponsors 4th SCC Military Ball
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D. Kay Benson Speaks on Islam Religion at MOAA Luncheon B. Frank Kepley, CAPT, USN (Ret), Military Correspondent D. Kay Benson, MOAA treasurer, addressed the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), at their monthly luncheon at the South Side Community Hall on November 5, 2014. D. Kay started studying the religion intensely, reading books, surfing the web, talking to those who had lived in countries where Islam was the main religion. She has read portions of the Qur’an in English and has downloaded it on her Kindle. She compared Islam to her religion, Christianity, and compiled a chart to help her better understand it. She has shared what she learned and has given presentations several times D.Kay Benson, SCC MOAA Treasurer. in St Petersburg, FL. The research that she did convinced her that there is reason for great concern and it is something every American needs to become more familiar with. Her presentation was very informative and thorough and elicited many questions from the members.
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Marine Corps birthday ceremony.
L to R: Mary Culliton, Bunny Blackstone, Jan Bassett and Becky O’Dell.
Honoring POW-MIA.
B. Frank Kepley, CAPT, USN (Ret), Military Correspondent The SCC Military Ball sponsored by the Military Order of the World Wars (MOWW) was held at the SCC Community Hall, on November 8, 2014. All military and non-military residents were invited to the sold-out event. The event began with retired USAF Lt. Col. Gordon Basset, who emceed the affair, presenting the Colors followed by toasts made to the Colors, the President of the United States, all of the military services and the POW/MIAs. All Purple Heart recipients were recognized and an award was given to retired Army Col. Roy Conklin by James Warchol, Commander of the local chapter of MOWW for his years of dedicated service organizing and managing the MOWW Youth Leadership Council program. The Marine Corps Leathernecks, a Sun City Center Community Association club of former Marines, also celebrated the 239th birthday of the Marine Corps with a cake cutting ceremony. According to tradition, this year the theme was
DAR at Military Ball
Submitted by Jo Prater, Publicity Chair Col. George Mercer Brooke Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, Sun City Center had a display at the Annual Military BallNovember 8 at the Community Hall. Room 3 had displays set up by service organizations including MOWW, MOAA, SAR, DAR, Leathernecks, ROC, MFST, American Legion and Patriots Club.
Members of the Col. George Mercer Chapter of DAR Ret. Col. Roy Conklin.
the 50th commemoration of the Vietnam War. Thus, two retired Vietnam War veteran guests of honor were selected and the oldest Marine, GySgt Dan Hubbard, USMC retired, who served 2 tours and is a Purple Heart recipient, received the first piece of cake from the Club Commander and passed it to the younger Marine, SGT Bud Brubaker, USMC veteran. Lt. Col. Don James, USMC, retired, cut the cake. A delicious meal along with music and dancing followed. Lt Col James R to L: Bunny Blackstone, Jan Bassett, Mary McIntyre, Carol Acosta and Mary Culliton. Warchol, USAF, (Ret) organized the Members of the Col. George Mercer Chapter of DAR served coffee and event. It is anticipated that the ball cookies to the attendees of the Veteran’s Day Remembrance held at the will continue as an annual event. Community Hall on November 11.
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Club News Miniature Club Being Formed In Sun City Center
By Ilona Merritt If miniatures intrigue you, consider joining a new club being formed here in Sun City Center on Dec. 16, 2014 at 9 a.m. The initial meeting will be held at 913 El Rancho Drive, with Ilona Merritt and Janet Ditmore as hostesses. We will discuss formation of the Club, interest of potential members and make a small project. The purpose of the club will be to share techniques and ideas for making miniatures in all four scales. (1:12 — 1:24 — 1:48, and if you like really small 1:144) Front L to R: Kathy Gray, Peggy Person, Anne Rankin, Chloe Odom, Louise Holland If you ever dreamed of having a dollhouse for yourself or to make one for Back L to R: Beth Tegu, Rosie Clifton, Pat Huisinga, Virginia Kimball, Nan Dorsey, a grandchild, this is the way to get started. For additional information, call Marilyn Renwick, Sophie Goldsmith and Sophie’s friend Nancy. Ilona @ 633-3151 or Janet @ 634-1038.
The British Connection
The Sun City Center British Connection will be hosting a different form of event for December this year. An afternoon tea and movie is to be held in the Florida Room on Friday, December 12 at 1:30-4 p.m. They will be serving traditional British fare, including sausage rolls, mince pies, finger sandwiches, cakes, Scottish shortbread, egg nog and, of course, tea. The movie showing will be “The Man who would be King”, a four-star movie, with Sean Connery and Michael Caine starring as two British sergeants. The Empire was built by men like these two. Now they’re out to build their own empire, venturing into remote Kafirstan to become rich as kings. Place: Florida Room - Atrium, Main Campus, North Pebble Beach Blvd. Date: Friday: December 12, 2014 Time: 1:30-4 p.m Cost: $15 for members - $17 for non-members. (Open to all) For reservations, checks should be received by December 8, payable to: The British Connection, 305 Caloosa Palms Court, Sun City Center, FL. 33574. Or for more information telephone: 813-634-5353. Seating is limited. Reservations are a must so don’t delay. Tickets will sell out fast!
GFWC Sun City Center Woman’s Club News
The GFWC Sun City Center Woman’s Club is a group of women who are part of an international organization with the objective to help women and families with issues that are of concern to them. The Club donates to such causes as help for military families, and many local charities, including Mary Martha House,The Hope Fund, etc. Funding for these donations is accomplished through fund raisers, and donations by its members. Now that may sound like a lot of work, and yes sometimes it is. But they also have a lot of fun. There are three functions that meet that need. Once a month everyone is invited to play Bunco, also once a month member birthdays are celebrated. A “Lunch Bunch” is also planned every so often where members are invited to take a trip to an interesting place, or a mall for shopping, with of course lunch being included. So it’s “not all work and no play.” Those celebrating a birthday during that month attend this special luncheon and are celebrated. All members who want to enjoy some fun and to get to know one another are more than welcome to join in. It’s always a fun event. If you would like more information in order to join this club, please contact Pat Huisinga, Membership Chairman, at 815-275-0001.
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Club News Birding Workshop Open to Public
Irish Connection Movie Night
All residents are invited to a birding workshop on Thursday, December 4, 2014, at 10 a.m. at Community Hall on South Pebble Beach Drive. Ray Webb, Master Birder of the Sun City Center Audubon Club, will present a workshop titled “Wintering Birds of West Central Florida.” He will show pictures of birds that winter in our area, but do not nest here, with an Ray Webb field trip to Alderman's Ford. emphasis on birds that we see in Sun City Center. There is no charge for the workshop, which is open to the public. After the presentation, those who are interested will drive to the Window in the Woods on West Del Webb Drive to see some of the birds that have been discussed. Parking is near the Tillers and Toilers. The walk to the viewing building is a little less than one-mile round-trip, and there should be ample opportunity to view some of our winter-feathered visitors.
Holidays with The German-American Club
On Sunday, December 7, the community again is invited to a service presented in the German language. Pastor Peter Stiller will return to Sun City Center, from his home in Spring Hill, to lead this service, which will include participation by the club’s choral group. Following the service, all are invited to gather once again for holiday cookies. The Christmas Dinner Dance, also open to the public, will be held on Thursday, December 11th in the Community Hall on S. Pebble Beach. Doors open at 4:30 and dinner will be ready at 6 p.m. The holiday buffet includes carved top round of beef and filet of fish Provençale. As always, at this club’s parties there is wonderful continental music. The Europa Band, a very versatile trio, will provide the dance music on the accordion, bass, trumpet, guitar, violin and drums. Tickets are $25 for members and $29 for non-members, and are available by simply sending your check made out to the SCC German-American Club to Mike Albanese, 1808 Granville Lane, Sun City Center, FL 33573. Please list the names of the people in your party.
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Monday, Dec. 8 6:30 p.m. in the Rollins Theater. Feature: Green journey The love she sought. Starring Angela Lansbury and Denholm Elliott. A veteran lay spinster teacher at a parochial grammar school in Minnesota decides to retire. She is given a retirement gift of a trip to Ireland. She plans to use the opportunity to visit a long time male pen pal whom she has never met in person. Could this be a September romance? No subtitles. All are welcome. If you have a friend, bring them along.
Sun City Center Audubon Club News
The Sun City Center Audubon Club will hold its December Holiday Celebration on Saturday, December 6, 2014, at the Community Hall on South Pebble Beach Drive. The St. Anne’s Children’s Choir will entertain members and guests as they socialize and enjoy special refreshments beginning at 9:30 a.m. Cheryl Petersen from Bok Tower will educate us on their Rare Plant Conservation Program. The field trip for the month of December will take us to Bok Tower in Lake Wales on Tuesday, December 9, 2014. Enjoy a walking tour and a behind the scenes look at their conservation project. The cost is $10 per person admission and $36 per person for the bus. The deadline to sign up for this trip is November 17. For more details about the field trip, call Juanita Kent 813-633-0830. Guests are welcome to attend the meeting. Please call Lynn, 813-938-1065, for more information about the meeting and future programs. We hope you will join us for this celebration at Community Hall. A reminder—the January and future meetings will be in the Florida Room. Paid Advertisement
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Club News Sun City Center Patriots Club
The Sun City Center Patriots Club would like to thank the many attendees at the Veteran’s Day Observance held at Community Hall on Veteran’s Day for their generous donations to the special fund at the James A. Haley Veteran’s Hospital. $466 was donated toward the fund that supports activities for our wounded veterans. Just a reminder – if you have a flag which is soiled or torn, it should not be flown. You may turn it in at the Community Association office at 1009 N. Pebble Beach Blvd. for proper disposal.
Best of the Best Competition
The Sun City Center Photo Club Meets Tuesday, December 9 at 6:30 p.m. If you want to see the best of Sun City Center’s photography all in one place, join the SCC Photo Club for its annual Best of the Best competition. Entries include photographs that have won awards during the last year and they will be judged according to category. You will be able to see a wide variety of landscapes, architecture and portraits with over thirty photographers represented. Awards will be given to the Best of the Best in each category, as well as a Best in Show and a Judge’s Award. Bernie Hynes, professional photographer and past president of the Florida Camera Club Council, will serve as judge. Community members and guests are welcome to attend. The meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. in the Caper Room with media shows produced by our club members. After a short business meeting and election of officers at 7 p.m., the judging 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 www.photoclubscc.com or visit the learning lab at 960D Cherry Hills Drive. Dues for the 2015 year remain at $20 per person or $30 per household couple and provide access to club activities, competitions and classes as well as the photo lab with computers, scanners and large format printers.
SCC Ceramic Club Offers FREE Classes
Seated L to R: Anne Rankin, Rosemary Maling, and Darlene Bartel. Standing L to R: Sandy Zeoli, Jane Laing, Carol Cook, (Club President), Debbie Chernoch, Cherri Turner, Jan Swartz, Kelly Carter, Rita Mealey (First Vice President).
The fall session of free classes provided by the Sun City Center Ceramic Club ended the last week of October. Pictured above are the participants who worked on a decorative wine glass holder. The next FREE Class Session will be held on January 12, 19, 26, 2015 from 1 to 3 p.m. These are consecutive weeks in which you will be given a ceramic piece, tools and paints. You will learn the various processes involved in creating your own personal creation. Seats are limited so call 642-2040 to register or come to the Ceramic Club to sign up.
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SS/SCC AAUW Celebrates 30 Years
The South Shore/Sun City Center Branch of AAUW celebrates 30 years as the local branch of the American Association of University Women. It was founded and chartered in 1984. An anniversary cake will be served to mark and celebrate this special occasion at the upcoming Dec. meeting. The meeting will also continue its season of informative and entertaining speakers with a talk by Shay Gomez, Sun City Center resident and memory expert. She will share her tips on how to remember names, dates and times using fun, yet practical, methods honed in over 30 years of working with adults. Join us for this luncheon meeting on Saturday, December 13 at the Sandpiper Grille, 1702 South Pebble Beach Blvd. The cost of the luncheon is $15. Social hour begins at 10:30; business meeting at 11:15; lunch at 12 noon followed by the program. Please contact Margie Castiglia, 633-8253, for reservations.
What’s a Rampside? Cruiser of the Month!
A 1961 Chevrolet Corvair pickup owned by Bert Schleissing of Riverview is the Roamin Oldies Car Club’s November Cruiser of the Month. It is also one very unusual little truck. And that’s why he bought it. “I liked its rarity,” he said. It’s called the Corvair Rampside, because it has a door in the passenger side panel that folds down to the ground to make a ramp, so anything with wheels can be rolled up into the cargo bed, rather than heaved up over a tailgate. Bert’s Rampside is a meticulously restored example that would be right at home on a showroom floor. Like all Corvairs, it is powered by an air-cooled flat engine with six horizontally opposed cylinders. With a four-speed manual transmission and 80 horsepower, he said it drives well—up to about 55 mph. The Roamin’ Oldies host a cruise-in from 6 to 9 p.m. the first Thursday of every month in the Apollo Beach Winn-Dixie Plaza on US41, with a rain date the following Thursday. There is no charge for spectators or participants, who vote to select the cruiser of the month. About 100 of the area’s finest antique and collectible cars often take part, accompanied by classic oldies music played by DJ Joey Ferrante. Thompson’s Auto Parts and Sun City Center Funeral Home sponsor the event. For information, call Chet at 813-842-1511. BETH ISRAEL The Jewish Congregation of Sun City Center, 1115 Del Webb Blvd. E. Sun City Center (813)634-2590
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Club News Italian Club Presentation
The Italian Club presented, “Dining and Dancing at Hernando’s Hideaway,” on Monday, November 10, 2014 at the Kings Point Borini Theater. The men were asked to wear their fedora and the ladies their best boa. The picture shows Frank and Joan Gatto dressed for club dancing. Frank is the President of the Empire New York Club and Joan the Secretary. Many others were also dressed for the occasion. All had a fun time.
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Swim Dancers Have Room For You
If you can swim two lengths of the lap pool, don’t mind getting your face and hair wet, would enjoy swimming to music along with a tiny challenge of remembering a swim choreography or two (or three) while improving muscle tone and breath control – there is a spot for you! The Sun City Center Swim Dancers, a team of synchronized swimmers, encourages women from our Kings Point and Sun City Center community to meet at the lap pool in the Atrium building on N. Pebble Beach. This team meets on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7:30 to 9 p.m. and Friday mornings from 7:30 to 9 a.m. You can swim either one, two or three times a week – whatever fits your schedule! In the pool area, the team uses their own amplification and speakers to play the music to swim by. The team also meets for an hour before getting into the pool to learn simple choreography (exception is Friday morning). Prior experience is not needed, and you will be learning about “sculling, tubbing, planking, ballet legs and even floating” along with other of the many synchro figures you may have seen done at the Olympics. Obviously, our team is a few years more mature than the twentyyear-olds seen there, and the routines are adjusted accordingly. Actually the ages of our team spans from 55 to 79. Just grab a bag, toss in a suit, towel, shampoo, soap and whatever else you would take to the pool and come on and try it. There is no commitment unless you want to! For further information call Judy Quitsch, 642-0157.
Bill Naylor grew up in South Chicago Illinois. He attended DePauw University in Greencastle Indiana. Like many of us he worked during college. In Bill’s case he worked two jobs, one which was far more challenging. His primary job was waiting tables at the Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority House, however, more challenging than waiting tables was convincing Mary Dahlen also a student at DePauw and a member of the Sorority to become his wife. They were married in May 1958 and have 5 children scattered across the lower 48. S.C.C. Yoga Club Announces New Following graduation, Bill attended Officer Candidate School in Rhode Membership Plan, Officers The S.C.C. Yoga Club has instituted a new membership plan that allows Island. When you chat with Bill, members to attend all 6 classes per week for $10 per month. The membership you realize how much he enjoyed fee is $5 per year. The new membership (with card) is available to all members in good standing with the CA, KP and FP. This year new members will receive a membership packet that includes information on yoga etiquette, 34 ways that yoga. Lynne Sells, Kripalu certified Yoga Teacher registered with Yoga Alliance, also leads a regular Study Session on Yoga’s history and spiritual side, which is also included in the $5 membership fee. The newest benefit of club membership and paying the $10 monthly class fee, is free attendance at the Yoga Nidra sessions. Yoga Nidra has been shown to be more restful than the same amount of time spent in real sleep. 2014-15 S.C.C. Yoga Club Officers: President: Coralease Ruff Vice President: Sandra Kerezsi Secretary: Madlyn Blom Treasurer: Sandra Kerezsi Senior Instructor: Lynne Sells Currently the Yoga classes are held in the Armstrong and Heritage Rooms on Monday (8 a.m. and 9:30 a.m.), Wednesday (8 a.m. only) and Friday (8 a.m. and 9:30 a.m.). Thursday night Yoga is held at 6 p.m. in the Dance Studio with a half hour of Guided Meditation following (optional). When the new buildings open, the Yoga Club’s meeting location will change, so please watch announcements on the bulletin board and the SCC website. If you are interested in joining, please bring your current CA, KP, FP membership card a few minutes before the beginning of class. Potential new members are welcome to join us one time at no cost. Questions can be emailed to Madlyn Blom: OldBagLady@verizon.net or Sandra Kerezsi:chess9king@toast.net.
his service time serving on the USS Arnold Isbell DD 869 before attending submarine school. His final Navy assignment was Officer in Charge Hydrographic Office Baltimore Maryland. Bill began his Industrial Career with Sun Oil as a technical representative in the Lubricants area. Several advancements later, Bill was the Corporate Hydrocarbon Manager. Bill also spent time with Belcher Oil Company winding up his career as a Corporate Vice President with Worth Chemical Corporation in North Carolina. After 40 years in the Industrial world, Bill and Mary felt the attraction of the Florida sun. Actually they had a long-term association with Sun City Center since Mary’s parents were among the early residents here and were active lawn bowlers. They recall many visits to her father’s favorite haunt - the original sawdust engineers shop. They arrived in Sun City Center in May 2011 and quickly found the tennis courts and the golf links. Bill has retired from golf and tennis to concentrate on his hobbies of woodcarving, amateur cartooning, writing poetry and new lyrics for old songs. Bill has developed a particular talent for pyrographic art, which can be seen in the photo.
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Club News Computer Club Meeting
The next meeting of The Computer Club is scheduled for January 7, 2015 at 7:30 p.m. in the Florida Room. This will be our Annual Meeting and Election of Officers. In addition, we have a great “Welcome Back” program planned.
Woman’s Club Luncheon & Show
Computer Club Education
During December the teaching staff is taking a much deserved break. However, the planning staff is working on future classes. If you are interested in a specific class of subject, please contact: BOB WEHRLE — bcwehrle@ tampabay.rr.com Watch for the next issue of the News of Sun City Center, or the bulletin board in the Computer Lab for new classes to be held in January.
Men’s Chorus Annual Christmas Concert
December 14, 2014 at 3 p.m. at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, Del Webb Blvd. W. The Christmas season is fast approaching and the SCC Men’s Chorus has been hard at work since early September preparing for the five performances they have scheduled for December. For the first time, this coming December, the chorus will be singing in Ellenton, FL. At the Terra Siesta Community in addition to the four other concerts scheduled for SCC. Their annual Christmas concert, which will be open to the public, will be presented on December 14th. The thirty-plus member chorus has been in existence for over 50 years and is currently under the direction of Mr. Lynn Hirschfeld. The accompanist is Mrs. Clair Hadley. Several new singers were welcomed into the chorus this fall, however the directed stated, “We always have room for a few more men who can read music and enjoy singing in a quality men’s chorus.” The chorus is happily booked up for this Christmas season, but have a few open dates for the upcoming 2015 spring season. They will be performing an entirely new musical program next spring, which will include patriotic songs, Broadway hits, spiritual numbers, comedy songs, soloists and a quartet. For more information about the chorus, either to book them for a performance or to become a member, just call Bob Garrod, President, at 813-634-4110.
Leigh Ann Brown in front of several of the gowns on display. Sitting at the table L to R: Victoria Messina, Helen Zeiders. Photo Credit: Anne Rankin.
By Uta Kuhn On Saturday October 15, upwards of 170 ladies attended a fundraiser, which was sponsored by the GFWC Woman’s Club of Sun City Center. A catered lunch was served and the ladies had a chance to view the gowns and socialize. The presentation by Leigh-Ann Brown, of the evolving history of wedding gowns through the years, was absolutely spellbinding. All attendees listened very attentively to the descriptions and interesting facts she had about the gowns. Lee-Ann was definitely an accomplished presenter. To top off the event, 14 gift baskets donated by Club members and local businesses were raffled off, and according to the Treasurer the raffle was a huge success.
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Recently some quilters from the Sun City Center Sew’nSews enjoyed a potluck luncheon at the home of member Barb Babair. The ladies were treated to a viewing of Barb’s quilt collection, which is quite vast. They saw quilts done by Barb as well as those she purchased over the years. Many dated back to the early to mid 1900s. Each member brought a homemade dish to share as well as sharing the recipes for some of them. The Sew’nSews is a club for beginner and experienced sewers and quilters. Not only do they share fellowship as they did with this luncheon, they also serve the community and the less fortunate. They sew many items for sale and the money then earned is used to further their projects. They will be selling their handcrafted items at the Dec. 6 Community Holiday Walk at their club location at 915F Cherry Hills Dr. There will also be a free drawing for a Christmas wall hanging. Come join them and see what they are all about. They will be glad to answer questions and provide information about the club. You may also contact Linda at 390-2377 or email at scc.sew.n.sew@ gmail.com
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Bulletin Board Help Stop Human Trafficking Enter to Win!
Two lucky girls will find a dollhouse made especially for this occasion. Ilona Merritt designed, built and furnished two dollhouses this year.
Join the eradication of Human Trafficking of young children. Tickets are being sold under the direction of L/R: Helen Claghorn and Dale Marie Nolta. Lucky prizewinner will receive a 2015 EZGO golf cart. The drawing will be held January 9, 2015 in the Florida Room at Community Hall. This is a new, high-speed golf cart with turn signals and lights. Raffle tickets are $20 each or six tickets for $100, and can be purchased at the Sun City Center Chamber of Commerce, the Southshore Chamber of Commerce, the North and South Clubs in Kings Point, Falcon Crest Golf Club and Betty’s Tip to Toe Salon in Ruskin. You can also call 813-746-1256 after noon for tickets or further information.
Through the Years, a Holiday Concert
Starring extraordinary vocalist Barbara Van Eycken and her master of keys, Billy E. Take a musical journey through the decades of the 40s, 50s, 60s and 70s. December 11 at 7:30 p.m. in the Borini Theatre in Kings Point. Tickets are $12 plus tax and can be purchased in the Kings Point Box Office. All Sun City Center and Kings Point residents welcome. BYOB and snacks.
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By Ilona Merritt For many years, the Sheriff ’s Deputies have collected items to be distributed to families with children from newborns to teenagers, who are unable to get State assistance. Donna Budd, former member of the Sheriff ’s Department who worked in the Sun City Center Office, now retired, has continued handling this program to help these very needy families—all of whom are screened to assure eligibility—give their children a holiday to remember. Some examples of items needed to honor wishes: For the children - dolls, furry animals, toys for newborns up, coloring books, etc. For the older boys and girls - Skateboards, back packs, footballs, basketballs, etc. For the girls - books, hair barrettes, headbands, cosmetic sets, scarves, etc. Your items can be picked up by contacting Donna at 813-966-6809 or the Sheriff ’s office at 813-247-0455. If you prefer doing so, monetary contributions are accepted and the shopping will be handled for you.
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Sun City Center Shrine Club
Submitted by Don Churchill, VP SCC Shrine Club Mann’s Auto Service dedicated race and proceeds to Shriners Hospital! Mann’s Auto service on College Road, Ruskin has a race track build in the front of their business that serves as a place for radio controlled small race cars of various designs and power to race on Saturday mornings. On this day in October the Mann’s dedicated the day to Shrine Hospital for Children and gave the proceeds from the event and the sale of refreshments to Sun City Shrine Club, which will put all the money into the Shrine Hospital Transportation Fund. The fees the participants pay to race their cars were included in the donations. There were 3 people in attendance that day that have had medical help from the Shriner’s Hospitals and the good news is they had to tell you for you to realize it. Most Saturdays these races are open free to public to watch, walk through Pitt row and see the drivers working on their cars in preparation to race. The Sun City Center Shrine Club was pleased to be recognized once again from Mann’s Auto Service and happy to receive the over $700 for the Shrine Hospitals.The Shrine Hospital in Tampa services orthopedic needs and is one of 22 hospitals in North America serving children under 18 for a variety of needs.
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Bulletin Board Lions Have Fruit Cakes Available
The Sun City Center Lions have Claxton Fruit Cakes available for $5.00 per one lb. cake. These cakes are so popular and sell out quickly. You can pick up a Claxton Fruit Cake at Boggs Jewelry Store or Cadence Bank. If you are not able to get out to make a purchase, call one of your favorite Lions Club members or Ellen & Terry McGovern at 633-4202, Gloria & Gene Deiss at 634-1978 or Steve Schrago at 938-5825. Thank you for your past support. The Lions meet the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at the Sandpiper Grille, 1702 South Pebble Beach Boulevard, at 11 a.m. for lunch. The meeting begins at noon. Contact any of the above for more information.
Kings Point Mixed Chorus Holiday Concert
Submitted by Stephanie Casey, Kings Point Mixed Chorus Publicity Chairman December 17 The Kings Point Mixed Chorus is pleased to present their holiday concert on Wednesday, December 17 in the Borini Theater at the Kings Point North Clubhouse. The 4 p.m. concert “Sparkle and Glow” will be round table Cabaret style seating, so gather your friends and neighbors, BYOB and your snacks, and immerse yourselves in the Holiday spirit. Tickets are on sale at the Kings Point Box Office and can be purchased for $6. They will also be available at the door. For the past several months, the Chorus has been hard at work preparing a quality program for all to enjoy. We NAMI Support Group A meeting for family and friends of someone who struggles with mental welcomed several new voices this fall and the chorus is stronger and better illness. We meet to support one another and to learn about community than ever. We invite you to join us for a very pleasant afternoon of seasonal resources. Join us the second Wednesday of the month at Sun City Center entertainment. The program will include a variety of choral and solo Holiday of Commerce (use side entrance) from 1:30-3 p.m. Location: 1651 Sun City musical selections, special guest entertainers, and a few unexpected surprises Center Plaza, Sun City Center, FL. For Questions Please Contact NAMI to delight the audience. If you are coming from outside the Kings Point community, just inform the gate that you are going to the Chorus concert. Hillsborough at 813-273-8104. We look forward to seeing you on December 17. Don’t miss out on the fun. For more information, please call Rose at @ 813-633-1753.
Beginner Weaving Class Offered
A beginner weaving class will start January 19. The classes are from 9 Italian Club Christmas Party a.m. to noon each Monday and Wednesday for two months in the weaving The Italian Club will have its annual Christmas Party on Friday, December studio on Cherry Hill next to the Rollins Theatre. Come in to the weaving 12, 2014 at the Kings Point Borini Theater. The doors will open at 4:30 p.m. studio to sign up. Class size is limited. Cost is $75, which includes lessons, There will be a buffet by Banquet Masters featuring its appetizer table, salad yarns, sampler, one project and membership. bar, baked ziti, chicken Marsala, crab stuffed flounder and carved roast beef station. There will be a dessert table and coffee, tea & soda. “BYOB.” P.A.C. Lite Variety Series Highway 41 Gari will be the DJ. Members $22 and Guests $25. Dress code: Jacket and tie. Tickets will be sold in the KP North Club Lobby on December 4th and South Bluegrass Band 5th from 9:30 a.m. till noon. If unable to get there, please call Tom Barba Sat, February 21 at 2:00 & 7:30 p.m. Rollins Theater 970 Cherry Hills Dr. Sun City Center Fl. The Performing Arts Company continues its popular at 813-633-0264 and mail checks made payable to The Italian Club to Tom variety series with a bluegrass band that has played just about every bluegrass at 2306 Grantham Ct., SCC 33573. Tables of 8, please keep checks together. festival in Florida, “Highway 41 South Bluegrass Band.” Tickets for this show The cut-off date is December 8th. Our next parties will be January 13th, and all other shows in the series are available for $12.00 at the SCC Atrium February 13th, March 10th, April 14th and May 12th. $10 per person dues Kiosk M, W & F from 9 a.m. ~ noon or with credit card by calling 813.400- will be due January 1st. 7803. For more information, please call the credit card number or visit the PAC website at PerformingArtsCompany-SCC.org.
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LAWN BOWLING • TENNIS • GOLF • SOFTBALL• PICKLEBALL & MORE!
US National Lawn Bowling Championships
Men’s Pairs Winners
Ladies’ Singles Winner
LAWN BOWLING
Over four and a half days in early November, 48 competitors from across the United States played in 4 disciplines to try to obtain a place in the US National lawn bowling team. Six players from each of the 7 Divisions in the US (with an extra team from the Southwest) Southwest Stars, Southwest Stripes, Pacific Intermountain, Central, South Central, Northwest, Northeast and Southeast - represented these Divisions and the members for the Southeast included four Sun City Center residents. They were Chris Heller (Skip) & Cassie Krowl (Lead) in Ladies’ Pairs and Glen Baumann (Skip) and Bob Ferguson (Lead) in Men’s Pairs. The two other events were Ladies’ and Men’s Singles. Two games were played each day from Wednesday to Friday, with the last planned game on Saturday morning. On Saturday afternoon, there were playoffs for the winners of Men’s and Ladies’ Singles. Many spectators stayed on and were treated to some excellent lawn bowling, as they had been throughout the week. The hospitality of Sun City Center lawn bowlers did not just extend to the greens, however, with an informal Italian dinner held on Thursday night, a Golden Bias members’ dinner at the home of SCCLBC members Brenda & Mike Perkins on Friday night and the Awards Banquet held at Renaissance on Saturday night. Many other SCCLBC members
Jeff Covell & Todd Wagers (Northwest).
Ladies’ Pairs Winners Dee McSparran (Southwest Stars).
Men’s Singles Winner
Jackie Tucker & Regina Banares (South Central).
provided essential assistance in the kitchen (refreshments and lunches) and on the greens (greenskeepers, markers and umpires) throughout the tournament. Lawn bowling is not a difficult game to learn and is one that can
be played socially and/or on a more competitive level. Visit our website to learn more about the game: http:// www.suncitylawnbowlingclub.com. Free monthly lessons are given by instructor Diann Thomas and she can be reached at 813.446.5788. Andy Klubberud, (Northwest).
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Hogans Golf Club of Sun City Center & Kings Point
Wednesday, October 22, 2014
Course: Sandpiper Lakes-Palms Play: A-Skins 1st: Rich Lucidi - 3 Skins 2nd Dan Stephens - 2 Skins
Saturday November 8, 2014
Monday, October 27, 2014
Course: Imperial Lakewoods Play: A-Skins 1st: Rex Gibbons - 4 Skins 2nd: Don Mowry and Tom Rosata Tied at 2 Skin
Course: Freedom Fairways Play: H-Skins 1st: Ray Bui, Karen Jones, Bob Hull, and Jon Blanchard Tied at 1 Skin
B: L to R: Greg Brash, Syl Amos, Doug Banning, Travis Lansberry, & Dale Nicholson. F: L to R: Wilf Pennell, Frank Obrien, & Tom Rosata. Wednesday, November 5, 2014
B: L to R: Syl Amos, Rich Lucidi, Paul Swakow, & Rex Gibbons. F: L to R: Dan Stephens & Bill Smythe.
Friday, October 24, 2014 Course: Summerfield Crossings Play: A-Skins 1st: Rex Gibbons - 7 Skins 2nd: Ruben Jones - 3 Skins
B: L to R: Ruben Jones & Don Mowry. F: L to R: Bill Smythe, Tom Rosata, & Rex Gibbons. Wednesday, October 29, 2014
Course: Sandpiper Oaks-Palms Play: A Skins 1st: Jerry Stemas, Rich Lucidi, and Tom Rosata - Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: Jim Sari, Rex Gibbons, Frank Obrien, and Bill Konopasek Tied at 1 Skin
Course: Sandpiper Oaks-Lakes Play: A-Skins Flight #1 1st: Rich Lucidi - 6 Skins 2nd: Tom Rosata and Sue Fitts Tied at 2 Skins
Flight #2 1st: Rex Gibbons - 3 Skins 2nd: Frank Rovnanik - 2 Skins
Monday, November 10, 2014
Course: Imperial Lakewoods Play: A-Skins 1st: Jerry Stemas, Bill Konopasek, and Rex Gibbons - Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: Don Mowry and Frannie Hendrickson - Tied at 1 Skin
B: L to R: Bill Konopasek, Frank Obrien, Jerry Stemas, Rex Gibbons, Jim Sari, & Tom Gotschal.l F: L to R: Rich Lucidi & Tom Rosata.
Flight 2 1st: Don Mowry, Rich Lucidi, & Rex Gibbons - Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: Jenice Taylor, Tom Kirchen, & Tom Gotschall - Tied at 1 Skin
Friday, October 31, 2014
Course: Summerfield Crossings Play: A-Skins 1st: Ray Webb, Dan Stephens, and Frank Rovnanik - Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: Doug McFaul, Rex Gibbons, and Greg Brash - Tied at 1 Skin
B: L to R: Rex Gibbons, Dan Stephens & Doug McFaul. F: L to R: Frank Rovnanik, Greg Brash, & Ray Webb. Saturday, November 1, 2014
Course: Freedom Fairways Play: H-Skins 1st: Ray Bui - 4 Skins 2nd: Steve Belknap - 2 Skins
Course: Riverside Golf Club 1st: Norm Taylor - 2 Skins 2nd: Frank O'Brien, Steve Parks, Ruben Jones, and Fran Hendrickson
L to R: Rex Gibbons, Frank Rovnanik, Jerry Egger, & Moe Joyal
L to R: Bill Giblin, Steve Belknap, Ray Bui, &^ Bob Hull. Saturday, November 15, 2014
L to R: Jerry Stemas, Jim Sari, Norm Taylor, & Ray Webb.
Course: Sandpiper Lakes-Palms Play: A-Skins 1st: Paul Swakow and Doug McFaul Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: Frank Rovnanik & Rex Gibbons Tied at 1 Skin
Course: Freedom Fairways Play: H-Skins 1st: Mike Brock and Don Koester Tied at 3 Skins 2nd: Ray Bui - 2 Skins
Course: Freedom Fairways 1st: Ray Bui - 3 Skins 2nd: Bill Giblin and Steve Belknap Tied at 1 Skin
Friday, November 7, 2014
Saturday, November 8, 2014
Saturday, October 25, 2014
Saturday, November 15, 2014
Course: Summerfield Crossings Play: A- Skins 1st: Ray Webb - 2 Skins 2nd: Jerry Stemas, Bill Konopasek, and Norm Taylor - Tied at 1 SkinBirds: Norm Taylor - #12 Par 3
Saturday, November 1, 2014
Course: Sandpiper Palms to Oaks Play: A-Skins 1st: Jon Blanchard - 3 Skins 2nd: Dan McGee - 2 Skins
B: L to R: Don Mowry, Frannie Hendrickson,Bob Wright, & Bill Konopasek F: L to R: Rex Gibbons & Jerry Stemas Friday, November 14, 2014
B: L to R: Don Mowry, Jenice Taylor, & Tom Gotschall. F: L to R: Rex Gibbons, Rich Lucidi, & Tom Kirchen.
B: L to R: Paul Swakow, Tom Rosata, & Doug Banning. F: L to R: Rich Lucidi & Sue Fitts.
B: L to R: Bob Hull, Jon Blanchard. F: L to R: Charlie Brown, Karen Jones, Steve Belknap, & Ray Bui.
B: L to R: Bill Konopasek, Syl Amos, Bill Healey & Norm Taylor. F: L to R: Jackie Amos & Hilde Karl.
B: L to R: Rex Gibbons, Ruben Jones, & Dan Stephens. F: L to R: Tom Rosata & Steve Belknap. Saturday, October 25, 2014
Course: Sandpiper Oaks - Lakes Play: A Skins Flight 1 1st: Bill Healey and Bill Konopasek Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: Syl Amos, Jackie Amos, Hilde Karl, and Norm Taylor - Tied at 1 Skin
Course: Sandpiper Oaks-Lakes 1st: Don Mowry and Syl Amos - Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: Paul Swakow and Sue Fitts Tied at 1 Skin 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
Don’t Miss An Opportunity B: L to R: Dan McGee & Rex Gibbons. F: L to R: Jon Blanchard & Doug Banning. Monday, November 3, 2014
L to R: Ray Bui, Don Koester, Karen Jones, & Mike Brock.
Course: Apollo Beach Play: A Skins 1st: Doug Banning - 3 Skins 2nd: Frank Obrien - 2 Skins
L to R: Doug McFaul, Frank Rovnanik, Paul Swakow, & Rex Gibbons.
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BG's Results
Caloosa Golf and Country
October 28, 2014
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Winners L to R Back: Jim Sherburne, Ralph Fuente and Jim Tromblee. Front: "Team Captain" Jan Sherburne.
Caloosa Golf and Country Club Hosts Opening Day Tournament Caloosa Golf and Country Club, held it's annual Opening Day Tournament on Saturday, October 25. It was a beautiful Sun City Center day of golf followed by a picnic cookout. The "Snowbirds" were welcomed back and 25 of the 50 new members who have joined since last year, were celebrated. The event was co-chaired by Bob and Patti Skovronsky, and Rick and Vorin Johnston.
1 Best Ball at Least Players: 31 1st Tied John Mc Dougall, Ron Jewell and Bob Brown 1st Tied Bob Jacobs, Bruce Conley 1st Tied Dick Lanese, Don Tarantino & Noel Kohn -22 4th Jack Last, Al Duncanson & David Lickfeldt -21 5th Bill Winklemann, Jim Sherburne & Gene Johnson -20 6th John Pelkowski, George Lang & Russ Rowe Scores: Bob Jacobs 80 John Mc Dougall 82 Russ Stutz 83 Bill Winklmann 84 Jack Last 85 Dick Lanese 87 John Pelkowski 88 Roland Laprade 89
BG's Results
November 4, 2014
1 Best Ball at Least Players: 30 1st Tied Max Jessup, Jim Sherburne and Gene Johnson 1st Tied Angelo Valdes, Max Ellingson and Paul Flora -30 3rd Dick Lanese, Jim Harkins and Jack Morton -29 4th John Pelkowski,Larry Chambers and Russ Rowe -27 5th John Mc Dougall, Roland Laprade & Don Johnson -23 Scores: John Mc Dougall 79 Larry Chambers 81
Bob Jacobs 82 Angelo Valdes 86 Roland Laprade 86 Max Ellingson 87 Bill Winklmann 87 Russ Stutz 87 John Pelkowski 87 Dick Lanese 87 Max Cook 88 George Lang 88 Jack Last 89 Harkins 89
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2nd Bob Jacobs, Don Johnson and Bruce Conley -27 3rd Dick Lanese,Jim Sherburne and Paul Flora -25 4th Max Jessup, Maynard Stebler and Noel Kohn -22 5th John Mc Dougall,David Lickfeldt and Don Tarantino -20 Scores: Bob Jacobs 81 Jack Last 82 Maynard Stabler 84 Roland Laprade 86 Dick Lanese 87
Devine Results
November 6, 2014
1 Best Ball at Least Players: 30 1st Tied Russ Stutz, Don Johnson and Bruce Conley 1st Tied Jim Rottman, Bob Dufresne and Paul Flora -30 3rd Tied Roland Laprade, George Lang and Roy Long 3rd Tied John Pelkowski, Cliff Korn and Russ Rowe -22 5th Jack Stevens,John Franks and Gene Johnson -22 Scores: Jim Rottman 82 Jack Last 84 George Lang 84 Russ Stutz 84 John Mc Dougall 86 Jose Rodriguez 86 Bruce Conley 88 John Pelkowski 89
Devine Results
November 13, 2014
1 Best Ball at Least Players: 27 1st Jack Last, Luther Price and Chuck Schindler -31
9-Hole Women’s Club Championship Winners
Caloosa Golf & Country Club 9-Hole Women’s held their Golf Club Championship tournament on November 7 and 14. The Club Champion is Carol Quam (Left) and Jean Neuenswander came in second. A celebration was held in their honor following the tournament with refreshments and gifts presented by Kay Dudek, President of the 9-Hole league.
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John Donnelly Table Tennis Club Celebration
Back L to R: Martin Fosse, Carol White, Mike Marenovic and Dan Cannistra. Front: Jo Fosse, HyeyongTemlin, Linda Cannistra, Elaine Marenovic.
SCC Running Club “Runs For Life”
On September 24, 2014, 22 members of the John Donnelly Table Tennis Club plus their guests, held their annual celebration in honor of John Donnelly. John founded our club in 1980. John passed away last summer. He was 106 years young. He competed in tournaments winning gold even when he was well in his 90’s. John married when he was 95 to Marian, 25 years younger. She is standing in the front row to the left of his picture. At the age of 99, John was a guest on the Jay Leno’s nighttime live TV show. Jay Leno had a table tennis table set up and the two of them hit the ball back and forth. It ended when John smashed the ball over the net. Table tennis is a sport of a lift time and John’s memory will forever be in our hearts.
Several members of the SCC Running Club participated in the 13th annual Richards Run for Life 5K road race that was held in Ybor City on Nov.7. 100% of the proceeds from the race, which is sponsored by the Columbia Restaurant, goes to sarcoma and prostrate cancer research.
Juniors at SCC Lawn Bowling Club?
What’s this you say - “A Juniors Tournament in lawn bowling? In Sun City Center?” You heard right. Every year, the club holds a Junior/Senior Tournament and this year was no exception. Let’s get the definition of each category sorted out, shall we? A “Junior” in this case is a lawn bowler who is over 75; a Senior is one who is over 80. Yes, you read right - those are the Juniors and Seniors who participated in the recent annual Junior/Senior Singles Tournaments. The Juniors section had 4 entries and the Seniors had 5. It isn’t the age of the competitors that Howard Baker restricted the number of entries; it’s simply that Junior Winner the Singles discipline of the game is not one that everyone enjoys playing and is not played often. However, the feeling you get when bowling as a Singles player is one of great satisfaction since there is no pressure from other players on a team - you simply do your best and hope for the most points. At the end of the week, four finalists battled it out for the championships. They were (Juniors) Howard Baker and Tony Hawken and (Seniors) Richie Bozza and Ben Caudill. When “the dust had cleared” and 21 points were reached by one player in each game, the winners were (Juniors) Howard Baker and (Seniors) Ben Caudill, both pictured Ben Caudill below. Congratulations to all the competitors who Senior Winner took part and especially to the overall winners. For more information about the sport, visit our website at http:// suncitycenterlawnbowlingclub.com. Free lessons are given every month; a sign up sheet is in the Eberhardt Building located behind the lawn bowling greens.
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1st Place Winners
Caloosa Women Win at The 60th Annual FL Senior Women’s Golf Association Tournament
A group of women golfers from Caloosa Golf and Country Club represented Sun City Center at the 60th Annual Florida Senior Women’s Golf Association Tournament at Orange Lake Resort in Orlando, October 20-23. Many were winners. There were multiple tournaments over the 3 days, with 78 golfers from all over Florida.
Standing L to R: John McDougall, Larry Gaither and Dale Phelps. Seated L to R: Linda McDougall, Sandra Gaither and Dolores Phelps. Back L to R: Judy Walters, Karen Buono, Jodie Allison, Aileen Engel, Anita Ciota, Lynn Noyes, Mary Anne Starrett, Kathi Nicolay, Terry Cox, Kim Roush. Front L to R: Bev Valentine, Pearl Ashe, Carmen Fields (President), Maxine Thompson, Sally Heffernan.
1st place winners in the Caloosa Golf and Country Club nine hole twilight mixer golf tournament with a score of 35 on October 24, 2014. Thank you, Elizabeth T. RodrigAuez, news liaison CGCC.A
Caloosa Golf and Country Club CWGA-18 2014 Club Championship
Submitted by Aileen Engel The Caloosa Golf and Country Club held their Women’s CWGA-18 Club championship October 27, 29 and November 5th. The tournament was three days of stroke play with the winner having the lowest gross score. Beverly Valentine and Carmen Fields were co-chairs of the event. Beverly Valentine is our new Club Champion with a score of 269. Congratulations Bev! Other Wnners Were: Championship Flight
Bev Valentine Barb Struble Jeanne Kolls First Flight Joyce Stafford Jan Harding Anita Ciota
Second Flight
1st 2nd 3rd
269 276 281
Sarah Jones Chambers 1st 300 Jodi Allison 2nd 301 Lolita Johnson 3rd 310
1st 2nd tie 2nd tie
282 286 286
Ruth Ann Phelan 1st Joan Lamar 2nd Sue Daveler 3rd
Third Flight
317 324 328
L to R: Barb Struble 2nd, Beverly Valentine CWGA-18 Club Champion 2014, Jeanne Kolls 3rd.
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Inaugural Tournament for SCC Lawn Bowling Club
LAWN BOWLING
The first tournament of their Winter Season was held by SCC L awn B owling Club recently, attracting 14 teams from other cities - Sarasota, Clearwater and Port Charlotte - as well as 14 of their own teams. Under traditionally sunny skies, three 12-end games were played over the course of the day and some fine bowling was enjoyed by all. At the end of play, the Sarasota team of Sandra and George Whitelaw had won 3 games with the most points and got the top prize. Teams from Sun City Center who were also in the prize money with 3 wins were Jim Byrne & Kathy Gonnella in 2nd place, Barb & Joe Mignogna in 3rd place, Brenda & Mike Perkins in 5th. Winning 2 games with high points were the teams of Nancy Spencer & Phil Lascola 6th; Ava and Jim Casper were the high one-game winners. Special thanks must be given to the numerous volunteer club members who prepared the greens prior to play, provided snacks throughout the day and to Tournament Director Tony Hawken who ran the event
Second Place
Jim Byrne & Kathy Gonnella
Third Place
Fifth Place
Barb & Joe Mignogna
Brenda & Mike Perkins
smoothly as usual. If you’ve never tried lawn bowling, come and give it a go. “I wish I had started this game in my 30s” is often heard among new lawn bowlers. But it’s never too late and free lessons are given by Diann Thomas every month; she can be reached at 813446-5788 or drop by the Eberhardt Building (behind the lawn bowling greens) and leave your name on the sign-up sheet there. For more information about the sport and the club, visit our website at http://www. suncitycenterlawnbowlingclub.com. Pictured are the three Sun City Center 3-game winning teams.
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Hospice Illuminated with Lights of Love
Special Holiday Decorations Will Adorn SCC Hospice House By Agnes Baker Celebrate those you cherish and come enjoy a FREE holiday event at the Sun City Center Hospice House on December 4, 2014, from 6 to 7 p.m. Lights of Love is a commemorative tree-lighting ceremony that benefits LifePath Hospice. This annual gathering is an opportunity for LifePath Hospice families and community members to gather to celebrate and remember
their loved ones in a special, unique way. Candles are lit by all attendees, musical entertainment is provided by community members, holiday songs are shared and words of comfort are delivered by LifePath Hospice staff and area spiritual leaders. The event will be held at 3723 Upper Creek Drive in Ruskin, FL 33573. For more information contact Nikki Powers, Annual Giving Director at 813.871.8141.
Agnes Baker, center, with decorators extraordinaire, Ilona Merritt and Darlene Lentis.
Hospice House adorned with Christmas Decorations
The doors of the Hospice House are adorned with wreaths inviting all who enter to see the beautiful decorations and experience the warmth of the holiday spirit. Greeting them is a seven foot tree, donated by Ilona Merritt of Sun City Center who also donated the trimmings, which included hand crafted houses, built and designed by Ilona, intermingled with poinsettias, bows and balls. Other wreaths are hung throughout but a special treat is a Christmas House on display, also built and decorated by Mrs. Merritt. In the chapel, adjacent to the lobby, an area designated for and in honor of our veterans, is a Merritt-designed house, following the patriotic theme. And, in a designated “quiet room” another decorated tree welcomes visitors seeking solitude. All of these beautiful decorations are in place so that anyone attending the “Lights of Love,” ceremony on Thursday, December 4 at the Sun City Hospice House - beginning at 6 p.m. - can tour the house and see the wonderful work Mrs. Merritt and volunteers Sally Ann Dickey and Darlene Lentis created for everyone’s enjoyment.
Volunteers also fill holiday-themed mugs with toiletries, note pads, pencils, and other items, to be given to new patients as each arrives during this season. Music from various groups, a visiting dog, events geared to the patient—all part of what the Hospice House folks and volunteers do to spread cheer and love!! About Hospice Ilona Merritt surveys her festive decorations. Hospice is a concept that predates medieval days. Between AD 300 and 500, a place was designated in the community for the weary, homeless, sick, wounded or dying to receive care, rest and comfort. That Latin term “hospes,” used to describe these havens, was interpreted to “host and guest,” implying a mutual interaction and caring. Today, Hospice represents not a specific place of care but a concept of care emphasizing palliative rather c urative, quality rat her t han quantity. The term “hospic” has nearly disappeared from use in any language. However, today, Hospice affirms life and regards dying as a normal process of our life journey. When there is a beginning, there is also an ending. Sally Dickey assists with the decorating project.
One of the charming houses on display.
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The News Of Freedom Plaza Submitted by Peggy Burgess, Photos by Marichris Bowles November at Freedom Plaza started on a high note—several of them, in fact, all sung beautifully by Apprentice Artists from Sarasota Opera. Eight of these talented young singers, now on the brink of operatic careers, enthralled their audience with music from opera, operetta and Broadway in theNovember 2nd concert. Proceeds from the event went to support the Sarasota Opera Apprentice Program. The entertainment momentum had little chance to wane, for November 9th saw the beginning of Military Appreciation Week 2014 with happenings nearly nonstop. Military AppreciationWeek is an annual occurrence sponsored by the Retired Officers Corporation, which is headquartered at Freedom Plaza. It brings military retirees from across the country to enjoy a week of Freedom Plaza hospitality and, not surprisingly, some of them decide to return as residents. Among other interesting events visitors are treated to a bus excursion introducing them to not only Sun City Center and environs, but to the scenic attractions of Tampa Bay Area, as well. The pleasure and excitement of Military Appreciation Week isa two-way affair, for Freedom Plaza residents enjoy making the acquaintance of these guests. Often they discover mutual military experiences, or even that they share a common hometown. Residents also take pride in showing off their luxurious residence, especially with its year-long refurbishing project nearing completion. The auditorium got its finishing touches just in time for the week’s several special events. The first was a November 11th Veteran’s Day program highlighted this year with an address by one of Freedom Plaza’s own military heroes, Dale Shatzer, Col. USMC (Ret.) As a visual focus for this program a small table set for a lone diner, and still waiting, was a poignant reminder of the military members who are missing but not forgotten.
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Wi t h t h e e n d o f M i l i t a r y Appreciation week and Thanksgiving over, Freedom Plaza prepares to deck its hall—and sends wishes to all—for a very Merry Christmas!
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11 Years in the Making: Dali / Picasso Exhibit is a Must See! By Kai Rambow First Time Two Great Artists Displayed Together The Dali Museum by itself is rated as one of the best attractions in the Tampa Bay area. Not content to stand still, the museum continues to grow, this time with a specialized exhibit depicting two great artists from the last century, Picasso and Dali. Even though there was a 23-year age difference, the artists interacted with each other over many decades. Both were great artists and eccentrics. They were inspired by the same artists, works and ideas, however, were never quite friends, never quite rivals. Dali, the younger of the two, would send postcards to Picasso. Picasso never responded, but he kept every note. We have a wonderful opportunity to learn about their complex relationship and see similarly inspired works displayed side by side. 11 Years in the Making Putting together an exhibit like this takes a lot of work and many years. Dr. Hank Hine, Executive Director, explained: “There were several challenges in making this exhibition, including researching the relationship between these two artists to find the historical meetings they had, as well as elements like common references in their works.” “Another challenge was actually f inding the works that most dramatically display their similarities or differences in making a painting. Lastly, one of the largest challenges
was convincing the owners of these paintings – private parties and other museums – that the knowledge and enjoyment to be gained from this exhibition is worth their parting with their precious works for six months (St. Petersburg and then Barcelona).” Bonuses This exhibit will only be here and in Spain. (We don’t have to travel far.) Most exhibits of this caliber charge for the museum and a separate charge for the exhibit. In addition, audio guides usually require a small charge as well. The Dali Museum has been smart in creating interesting exhibits and making it worth the trip. The Picasso/Dali exhibit is included with admission. Audio guides are free. Tip: Audio guides are issued on a first-come, first-serve basis, so you might want to plan on arriving when the museum opens. Best Time to Visit Ta ke advant age of we ekd ay mornings when the museum opens for two reasons. First, to get a free audio guide. Second, to avoid crowds. The exhibit is drawing approximately 50 percent higher attendance. If you’ve visited before, you’ll know it can be busy during normal operations. Timed-tickets are being sold for weekends to avoid overcrowding. Set aside at least two hours for this and plan a visit with friends, family and guests. Check their web site (thedali.org) to get the most up-todate information.
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Duplicate Bridge Association of Sun City Center is collecting TOYS and Donations for the Holidays for the GAL Toy Drive. Bridge players have been very generous each year and anyone can join us in this effort to make the holiday season happier for these very special children. Guardian ad Litem volunteers work diligently and spend a great deal of time advocating for the best interest of the abused, neglected and abandoned children in our community. Any donations can be brought to the Horizon Room during a bridge game before December 4. This toy drive collects NEW toys and donations for these very special children who range in age from birth to 21. Call Yvonne Marrone 813-3073325 for additional information or ask Ronda in the bridge room.
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The parking lot is open and the snowbirds are back from the cold and now it is time to resume our many bridge events and activities. Monday evenings at 6:30 p.m. two section game in the Horizon room. Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons at 1pm regular open games, Horizon Room. Wednesday mornings at 8:30 a.m. EasyBridge! Horizon Room Wednesday and Thursday afternoons at 1 p.m. 0-499 point games in the Horizon Room. Friday mornings at 9 a.m. 0-99 point game Horizon Room Saturday afternoons at 12:30 pm, Open game in the Horizon Room and 0-499 game in the Caper Room. For information on these and all Duplicate bridge events please check our website at www.sunccbridge.com
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Concetta was found in a container in the shelter’s parking lot in September of 2013. She is quiet, but playful when the other cats and kittens get rambunctious. She loves to nap on the bed on the lanai, watching the squirrels and birds that frequent the back yard. She’s a little standoffish at first, but will be happy to have a home to call her own. Please give her that forever home. As part of her adoption Concetta will be microchipped. She is current on her vaccinations and has been spayed. EST. DOB: September 2, 2012.
Winnie is an adult female Catahoula Leopard dog that has a lovely white coat with brindle patches. She is a little timid when meeting someone new, but warms quickly to gentle affection and treats. Occasionally she runs around like a spunky puppy playing ball, but likes it best when kissed and petted. She needs a home that can nurture her quiet disposition with love and attention. Winnie is current on vaccinations and has been spayed. As part of her adoption she will be microchipped. DOB: May 2, 2009
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By: Uta Kuhn The idea of saying “THANK YOU” to our CA Office Staff and the Maintenance staff by giving them a monetary gift for the holidays was originally started by Ron Pelton way back in 1998. Henceforth this lead to a committee being formed whose members are responsible for soliciting, collecting and distributing those funds to the above-mentioned members of the staff. At this time the committee consists of three members— Chairman Margaret Vaske, Ron Pelton, and Janet McRee. In the past many formulas were used to distribute the funds collected. Chairman Margaret Vaske came on board in 2006, and prior to coming on board the following formula was used to distribute the collected funds. Supervisors get an extra $100 and the remainder of the monies collected are distributed evenly among the rest of the staff. This formula is still in effect at this time.
The Fitness Center and Library staff are not included in this gift. It appears that the HOA’s and Clubs wanted to make sure that those employees that are directly involved with these organizations were the ones who deserved this special “THANK YOU” for all the work they do to make special Club functions like FunFest, Hi Neighbor!, luncheons, etc. etc. a great success. Over the years, Margaret is happy to report that the donations to this fund have increased from about $5,800 donations to the most recent of $13,015. Having said that, Margaret and her committee are very appreciative of how the Clubs and HOA’s have responded to this effort. So, if any Clubs/HOA’s have not made your contribution to this fund yet, here is a reminder that the deadline of Dec. 17th to make your donation is quickly approaching. Please for information, or questions please contact Margaret Vaske at 633-6756.
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