The News of April 2012 - ISSUE #45
...an official publication of the Community Association —Named Best Newsletter in Hillsborough County 2011
Gala Concludes 50th Anniversary Year
April 20 Gala Celebration Community Hall
April Dates to Put on Your Calendar
Easter 8th
CA Board Meeting
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On the Inside CA Schedule................. 3 CARE......................... 13 Club Happenings...... 15+ Consumer Affairs........ 24 Crossword.................. 21 CryptoQuote................. 9 Deputy Chris............... 30 Entertainment Corner... 5 Expanding Horizons..... 7 50th Anniversary........... 1 Golf........................ 25-27 Military Affairs.........10-11 Movies........................ 31 Newcomers.................. 2 Plants Happen.............. 8 President’s Report........ 3 Sports....................... 25+ Sudoku....................... 23
By Phyllis Hodges Tickets are selling at a brisk pace according to Judy Schings who is chairing a committee to coordinate the Sun City Center 50 th Anniversar y Celebration Gala on April 20, 7 to 10 p.m. at Community Hall. Ann Marie Leblanc, chair of the 50th Anniversary Celebration, says that it has been a busy year for her and all those who worked on the special events through the past 12 months. FLASHBACK, a popular group, will be providing music for dancing, and FOOD FOR FUN will be catering fantastic hors d’oeuvres. The evening’s program will include photos from 50th events over the past year. Dress is either casual or 50s/60s styles. Tickets ($20) for reserved seats at tables of 10 are available at the Community Association office 9 a.m. – noon. Information contact: 642-2001.
351 Accept “Fit for 50” Challenge
By Phyllis Hodges The “Fit for 50” challenge—a 50th anniversary event sponsored by the Sun City Center Fitness Center—was a resounding success, according to Karen Johnson who chaired the challenge. She reported that 33,280 miles were logged on five designated machines in the Center during January and February. Of the 351 people who participated, 269 reached their goal of 50+ miles to earn a “Fit for 50” tee shirt and ribbon. At the closing ceremony March 21, Sam Sudman, chairman of the Fitness Committee and Board Liaison to the Center, said that, although Fit for 50 was a personal challenge to achieve 50 miles in two months, the committee decided five people deserved special awards. They presented Publix $25 gift certificates to the following five individuals:
Minto to contribute monetary prizes...
The Parade is Coming!
The Kings Point entry in 2011 won Best Original Design. By Phyllis Hodges A golf cart parade planned for December 8 has a goal—setting a record for the most decorated golf carts for a community our size! Dave Birkett, parade chair, said the theme of “Tis the Sea Sun” was chosen to let your creativity and imagination soar. The cash prizes are spectacular—thanks to the generosity of Minto Communities. There will be $5,000 in cash prizes for the best decorated carts—three for individuals, three for clubs and one for nonprofit organizations such as Lions, Kiwanis, etc. (First prize in each category is $1,000!) Commercial and other groups such as homeowner associations are welcome to join in the parade but they will not be eligible for prizes. Birkett says more details will be forthcoming later this summer. He can be contacted by email at dmbirkett@yahoo. com for early inquiries. Free training for proper machine use is available on Tuesday and Saturday at 2 p.m. A sign-up sheet is at the attendant’s desk. The Center is open seven days a week from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. (closed for cleaning Thursday 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.).Phone number: 813-642-2048
Gene DiNisio and Laurie Klimeczko Most Senior Hitting Goal—Female/Male: Libby Hawbaker, 90 and Howard Morrell, 90 Mo s t Tot a l M i l e s — Fem a l e / Ma l e : L au r i e Klimeczko—435 (bicycle, treadmill, rowing), and Gene DiNisio 1,050 (bicycle, treadmill, elliptical) Most Miles Using Most Machines—Bob Gevry, 958 miles (treadmill, bicycle, elliptical, rowing, rotary arm) Two drawings netted $25 Publix gift certificates for Roma Gerbus and Judy Kucera. Sudman thanked Karen Johnson and her committee for the work they did on the challenge and for their contributions to the Fitness Center throughout the year. The Center on the CA Central Campus is heavily used by residents to build muscle, burn calories, improve balance, ease arthritis pain and delay the aging process.
Sam Sudman (left) officiated at the Fit for 50 closing ceremony. Special recognition went to Bob Gevry for using the most machines to log 958 miles. Photos by Phyllis Hodges.
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The News of Sun City Center
Birkinshaw Fills Top Library Position By Phyllis Hodges E l a i n e B i r k i n s h aw joined the team at the SCC Library team in January as Library Administrator, filling the vacancy created by Irene Glow who retired late last year. Elaine says that she likes the hands-on interface with customers at SCC. Since the basic purpose of a library is working with people to find what they need, Elaine’s sunny disposition seems perfectly suited for the post. Because the librar y has 40 volunteers, only five employees are required for a smooth operation. In addition to the administrator, Elaine Birkenshaw, SCC Library Administrator since January, says they it has one full-time and continually update the DVD and book (print and CD) collection with three part-time employees. best sellers. Victims by Jonathan Kellerman is one of the latest. Elaine reports to Lyn Reitz, Community Manager; the others report to her. most recent post being Manager, Main Library The experience of the employees and volunteers & Branches. She and her husband Stan moved to covers a wide spectrum. Many are retired Sun City Center from Largo in 2004. She said the librarians or media specialists; others just love SCC opportunity came at a perfect time. The long books and helping people. commute had become exhausting and she was SCC Library is a “partnership library” with considering retirement at the time. the Hillsborough County library system. That Regarding changes to the library under expands SCC’s range of service since residents her watch, she said that new interior paint and can pick up and drop off reserved HC materials. rearranging material is slated for this summer. A Elaine, a Columbus, Ohio, native, graduated big change not too far away is removal of outdated from Ohio State University. Her move to Florida formats (VHS and audio cassettes) to clear space came in 1981 where she earned a Masters for new material. “We will be doing whatever we Degree in Library Science from the University can with what we have available. That means better of South Florida. For 20 years she was with the use of our limited space and making it look more St. Petersburg Public Library System, with her modern and fresh,” she said.
NEWCOMERS February 2012
List prepared by Linda Bowker from CA staff data. Report corrections, additions to CA at 633-3500.
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First Num Local street Hometown St Phone Richard 1611 Council Dr Zanesville OH Charles & Marjorie 103 Whitetail Ct Troy ME 207-416-3322 Pamela 2333 Platinum Dr Brookfield WI 633-8584 Dennis & Cheryl 1360 Emerald Dunes Dr Chillicothe IL 309-696-9909 Pat 1347 Emerald Dunes Dr Gahanna OH 614-581-5596 Ronnie 1903 New Bedford Dr 304-9748 Sheryl 1903 New Bedford Dr 666-7770 Robert & Carol 1723 Pebble Beach Blvd S Waldo OH 938-4138 James & Aurora 1215 Caloosa Creek Ct Marlboro MA 651-1926 Judith 902 LaJolla Ave Apollo Beach FL 724-255-0709 David & Patricia 716 Thunderbird Ave Houston TX 685-7575 Larry & Judi 342 Northway Dr West Palm Beach FL 938-1035 Andre 1811 Butterfly Pl Fort Murray AB 780-742-4249 John & Nathalina 627 Fort Duquesna Dr Pittsburgh PA 419-4226 Patricia 1519 Fort Duquesna Dr 317-440-9445 Ingeborg 2415 Emerald Lake Dr Apt 211 Dransfeld Ger 641-2169 John & Catherine 2018 Pebble Beach Blvd N Wellsboro PA 633-3543 Stuart 314 Fairside Ct Corydon IN 421-5111 Richard & Susan 1104 Beach Blvd Coal Run OH 828-333-5122 Nenita 2011 Del Webb Blvd W Philippines 633-1203 David & Peggy 2009 East View Dr Onawa IA 641-8227 Carol 1811 Butterfly Pl Fort Murray AB 780-742-4249 Patricia 1712 Atrium Dr Cincinnati OH Peggy 314 Fairside Ct Bowling Green MO 421-5111 Lee & Barbara 1203 Wildfeather Ln Columbus OH 614-861-8671 Bradley & Kathryn 2054 Prestancia Ln
April 2012
FunFest Snapshots Can Be Found Throughout this Edition of The NEWS!
Wonders of Nature’s owl rested before flying over the crowd’s heads in the Florida Room. All of the FunFest photos were taken by our staff photographer, Judy Stimson.
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 sccnews@verizon.net or deliver it to the CA office. 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: 813-642-2070 (located in Old Town Hall) Editor-in-Chief: Karen Jones sccnews@verizon.net Reporters: John Bowker, Phyllis Hodges, Uta Kuhn, Judy Stimson Contributors: CA Board of Directors and Staff, Linda Bowker, Susan Muise, Ron Pelton, Judy Schings, LeRoy Skinner Photographers: Katherine Benoit, Judy Stimson CA Board Liaison: Ann Marie Leblanc Advertising: John Wolf newsofsccads@gmail.com 813-938-8721 Publisher: Sun City Center Community Association Monthly deadline:
15th of each month Advertising: The NEWS is not liable for errors in advertising; it does not endorse and cannot verify the accuracy of representations made by advertisers who are solely responsible for advertisement contents. The NEWS welcomes announcements, articles, photos and stories about our community.
April 2012
The News of Sun City Center
President’s Report By Ed Barnes
Congratulations At the Hillsborough County Neighborhood Relations Conference on March 24, Sun City Center received two awards – for the Most Successful Special Event and Best Newsletter. These awards are based on county-wide competition and are significant achievements for Sun City Center. The Most Successful Special Event is for the 50 th Anniversary Celebration – my congratulations to Ann Marie Leblanc and all of the clubs and people who made this such a successful event. I am sure Del Webb would be very proud of how we have honored what he started. Also, my congratulations to Karen Jones and her staff for being recognized as the Best Newsletter in Hillsborough County. Karen was recently recognized for her work as Editor of the News of Sun City Center by the MOWW organization. Karen and her staff do a tremendous job in publishing our newsletter. FunFest th Our 13 Annual FunFest was a smashing success by all accounts. We had perfect weather and a huge turnout. I don’t know how many people attended but we had a steady stream of people all day. My thanks to Director Jane Keegan who was chairman of FunFest this year and to her committee of 16 members for the excellent job they did in attracting vendors and getting the whole operation organized. Also, my thanks to Lyn Reitz and the CA Maintenance Staff and the Yes Boys for all of the work they put in assembling the tents, shelters, tables and chairs and, as you know, all that is assembled must be disassembled. Our thanks to all of the clubs and vendors that made this a very successful day. Going Forward It seems very clear to me that many people are in favor of some form of modernization of our facilities. We need to put the past behind us and move forward to develop a plan that takes into consideration modernization projects which can be completed one at a time on a pay as we go basis. In addition, the membership needs to be more deeply involved in developing the details of what these individual projects should look like and setting the priorities for
those projects. Basic to this approach is soliciting and incorporating the membership involvement. We have a list of over 20 volunteers that want to help in this process. We have some very talented members in this community and I am hoping we can take advantage of those talents. If you would like to volunteer to help us, please contact us via email or letter to let us know. We are exploring different options for gathering input from the membership. The resultant approach will be forthcoming shortly. Our goal is to use an objective approach to ensure that we obtain the broadest unbiased information possible. Another aspect of this effort is to develop what the specific elements of the plan are to be – what is included in the short-term, mid-term and long-term and develop a critical time line to get things done as soon as possible with the funds we have available. The goal is a plan which projects a vision of what our facilities should look like in the future. North Lakes Golf Course Acquisition As you are probably aware, the Board of Directors is in the process of acquiring some land on the North golf course. Securing additional land on the North course provides significant benefit to the community as a whole. Despite the unfounded rumors that are currently circulating, no decision has been reached on what the land might be used for. The Board is simply moving forward with this acquisition because the membership has made us acutely aware of the fact that any effort to satisfy the needs of our residents through expansion and modification of our existing facilities will require more land so that we in no way impact existing club activities. Part of this acquisition is making some changes to the 1984 Agreement. Making these changes to the 84 Agreement in no way jeopardizes our rights under the 84 Agreement nor does it in any way impact or threaten the covenants which require
age restrictions, CA membership, CA dues or the right to use liens to collect membership dues. There seems to be concern about development on North course. Development in Sun City Center is controlled by the General Site Development Plan, and all houses allowed north of SR 674 have already been built. The only way the North golf course could be developed is by changing the General Site Development Plan which requires extensive review and staffing with public hearings by the county staff and Board of County Commissioners. If development were ever proposed on the North course, the residents of Sun City Center would have ample notice and time to object if we don’t like what is being proposed. There are many scare tactics being used by a group circulating a petition concerning potential development on the North course and the fact is that there are no development plans for the North course.
Paul J Czapar Trust Monday Movies Merry Makers
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The CA asks that you check your listing in the new Membership Directory for accuracy. If a correction is needed, please contact Judy Hill at the CA office, 633-3500. Corrections will be provided in future issues of The NEWS.
New Outdoor Spa Open
The outdoor pool, spa and locker rooms were recently renovated. They opened for business on March 9, just in time for Spring Break. (CO-AP = Council of Owner The pool furniture arrived in two shipments over the following two Association Presidents) weeks. Thousands of people got to Are you a homeowners/property see the renovations during FunFest. owners association president? The Photo by Judy Stimson. CA sponsors monthly informational meetings that should be attended by all of SCC’s 100+ presidents. If the president cannot attend, a representative should attend in his/her place. The next meeting is Monday, April 23. Bill O’Dell chairs the CO-AP meetings and Howie Griffin, CA COMMUNITY director, is the CA liaison. If you as a ASSOCIATION president have a concern about your association or about the state codes SCHEDULE affecting your group, please let one April of them know so it can be addressed at one of the future meetings. 4 Board Workshop See you on the 23rd in the Board Room – 9 a.m. 11 Board Meeting Caper Room! 17 23
Rollins Theater – 9 a.m. Community Leaders Mtg. Florida Room - 9 a.m. CO-AP Meeting Caper Room - 2 p.m.
May 2 9 15 21
APPLIED TO
$5,000 Capital Fund $ 973 To offset License Fees $ 38 Hardship Fund
Directory Corrections
CO-AP Needs You!
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS CLUB/ORGANIZATION
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CA President Ed Barnes thanks Directors Ann Marie Leblanc and Jane Keegan for their prep work to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day during the 2012 FunFest at the Central Campus.
Board Workshop Board Room – 9 a.m. Board Meeting Rollins Theater – 9 a.m. Community Leaders Mtg. Florida Room - 9 a.m. CO-AP Meeting Caper Room - 2 p.m.
Proposed agendas for monthly Board Meetings are discussed at the Board Workshops and posted on Official Bulletin Boards the Friday before. They will also be posted on our website (suncitycenter.org – under “Association.”) Every Wednesday: Orientation for new members in the Board Room starting at 1 p.m.
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The News of Sun City Center
April 2012
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April 2012
The News of Sun City Center
The following donors to the Community Association in 2011 were inadvertently left off the list printed in the January issue of The NEWS. The CA staff regrets the omission from that list. Aipel, Stephen & Elizabeth Armstrong, John & Elaine Bassette, Beverly Benford, Robert & Lee Boyd, Vivian Brock, Peter & Rose Cantrell, Edward Conway, David & Portia Council, Theo Dallas, Norma Delaney, John Dooling, Elaine Dravis, Rose Marie Dubin, Nancy Fedyschyn, Marianne Friedenreich, Harry & Carole Friesz, Kenneth/Connie Murray Genevie, Syble Hall, George & Harriet Hamly, Marie Hill, Robert & Mable Hintz, Harold Hokanson, Richard & Judith Hoover, Glen & Charlene Hotzfeld, William & Jaqueline Hurley, John Jahns, Donald & Tomiye
James, William Johnston, Tom & Margie Katz, Philip & Catherine Kester, Robert & Irene Klein, Norma Klinger, Teresa Lander, Jeananna LaToore, Alan & Sandra Lemieux, Doris Leone, Louis & Barbara Macholl, John & Joan Novosel, Donald & Elaine Olsen, Christian Payne, Charles & Gail Pelton, Ronald & Patricia Pendleton, John & Barbara Rohrer, Clare & Elvira Salmoiraghi, Louie Schone, Henry & Dorothy Strieper, Gerard & Sarah Terjung, Dale & Gayle VanGelder, Donald & Carrie Webster, Terry & Rose Marie Weisner, Robert & Alice Wilder, Wilburetta Wilson, Harold & Jane Young, Harriett
ENTERTAINMENT CORNER Even though the Series is over until the Fall, there are still some excellent events coming up that I think you will enjoy. All shows have reserved seats, are open to the public and are scheduled at Community Hall (except for the Opera to be held in the Rollins Theater). Tickets are on sale at the Community Association Office Monday-Wednesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon. Info: Judy Schings, 813-642-2001. April 20: 50th Anniversary Gala: The closing event for the year-long 50th Anniversary celebration will be held at Community Hall from 7-10 p.m., featuring Flashback Band AND high-end hors d’ouevres. This will be a dance (tables of 10 although you do NOT need to buy an entire table) and the theme is the 60s; you are welcome to dress accordingly. Tickets ($20/person) are on sale now. May 20: St. Petersburg Opera Co., Preview to Marriage of Figaro, 2-4 p.m. in the Rollins Theater. Tickets: $10. Sarasota Concert Band: This 40-piece band will perform three concerts, 2-4 p.m.: • April 22: Russian Romance .. Enjoy the World Premier of “Maximum Ride” by Munro Sherrill. • May 27: Latin Rhythms with music from Mexico, Spain and Latin America and youth instrumentalist soloist winner. • July 1: Victory Celebration featuring Dave Downer, a tenor soloist. Ticket prices are $18/person/performance or buy all three as a mini-series for $45/person). HOLD THE DATE: September 30, 2:30-4:30 p.m. America, the Beautiful by the Tampa Bay Heralds of Harmony (Date of ticket sales/ price of tickets to be decided later). Entertainment Series of Shows: First, I want to say a huge THANK YOU to all of you who participated in the 2011-12 Entertainment Series. It was a great year! A listing of next season’s Sunday and Friday series is available at the Community Association office, Community Hall and Atrium Kiosk. Brochures/renewal letters will be mailed out by Labor Day. Prices will remain $70/series/person. Sales will remain within the same time frame as last year. Hope to see you in the fall!
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What’s New at the Library?
Library volunteers enjoying the annual volunteer social on Sunday, March 11. Pictured from left to right are: Mary Robinson, Shirley Rigsby, Rosalie Kelleher, Ann Miller and Bill Pappmeier. The Sun City Center Library is fortunate to have a dedicated cadre of volunteers to help us keep running smoothly. On Sunday, March 11, the library staff treated 30 volunteers to a lovely afternoon tea to thank them for their time and dedication. Volunteers assist by checking materials in and out, reshelving items and assisting patrons in placing requests for popular items. Their help is greatly appreciated. Thank you volunteers! Libraries across the nation will celebrate National Library Week during April 8-14. To quote Andrew Carnegie, “A library outranks any other one thing a community can do to benefit its people. It is a never failing spring in the desert.” Mr. Carnegie backed up his statement by providing funds to establish more than 2,509 libraries, mostly in
the United States. Today, libraries still provide that important local connection between the community and the world of information. New items at the library this month include Academy Award winners Hugo and The Descendants. Tickle your funny bone with Eddie Murphy and Ben Stiller’s antics in Tower Heist or the smooth voice of Antonio Banderas as he brings Puss in Boots to life. If you are planning a trip, stop in and check out the newest edition of Fodor’s England, Las Vegas, Germany or The Carolinas & Georgia. We also have two books in a new series, Frommer’s Day by Day to help you plan trips to San Francisco or Great Britain. Just remember—when the new item you would like is not on the shelf, we are always happy to put in a hold request for you. Happy reading!
NOTICE GUEST PASS CHARGES AS OF JANUARY 1, 2012 Effective January 1, 2012, there will be a charge for Guest Passes of $1 per day per guest. All guests 18 or over utilizing any part of the CA facilities will be required to have a pass whether they are with a CA member or not. Guests must accompany the CA Member to the CA Office to obtain the pass. The Member must show their CA Member Card and the Guest must present an identification card in order for the Guest Pass to be issued. Guest Passes can be purchased at the CA Office Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
American Legion provided the FunFest flag-raising ceremony.
CA Contact Information Phone: 633-3500 Email: sccboard@suncitycenter.org Website: suncitycenter.org
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Stained Glass Club Announces Winners of Recent Show
Brad Showalter won the “People’s Choice” Award.
Julie Moran won “Best in Show.”
Security Patrol Hosts Fundraising Cruise
Twenty-eight Sun City Center Security Patrol members recently completed a five-day fundraising cruise from the Port of Tampa to the West Caribbean. Twenty-two cruise participants were from the Simmons Lake area of Sun City Center. The cruise went to Cozumel and Casa Maya Mexico. All enjoyed fine weather, great food and a super time.
The News of Sun City Center
April 2012
Gayle Fischer Featured Photographer at the Sun City Center Chamber of Commerce Gayle Fischer is the Sun City Center Photo Club’s featured photographer for the April photo display at the SCC Chamber of Commerce. This is the second of the club’s monthly displays at the SCC Chamber of Commerce at 1651 Sun City Center Plaza. Gayle’s exhibit is entitled Ex-ZOOberance: A Passion for Animals. Her interest in photography was sparked in 2001 as digital cameras rapidly matured and began producing high quality images. Coupled with her passion for animals, she became interested in zoo photography and over the past eleven years has visited over 40 zoos across the eastern third of the United States. Her photography accolades include multiple local and state awards and exhibitions in Virginia as well as Gold, Silver and Bronze awards in the competitions of the Sun City Center Photo Club and the Florida Camera Club Council. Come by the opening of her display at the SCC Chamber of Commerce between 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. on April 12 to meet her and enjoy some wine and cheese. Her work will be on display through May 10. For more information on the SCC Photo Club and its activities, please see our website at www.photoclubscc.com or visit the photo learning lab at 960D Cherry Hills Drive.
“Clouded Leopard” by Gayle Fischer
April 2012
The News of Sun City Center
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Emergency Squad Grows with Six New Responders Trained
Expanding Our Horizons
PHOTO BY JUDY STIMSON
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(L to R): Jim Nimmo, June Anderson, Tony O’Reilly, Kathy Shaefer, Merrill Pritham, Veronica Bonelli, Diane Simon, Director of Education and Linda East, Assistant Chief, Personnel Six new “Emergency Medical Responders” have graduated from the SCC Emergency Squad training program. The month-long course included certification in CPR as well as medical and trauma emergencies, airway management, the human body, bleeding, shock and poisoning. Now, students are assigned to one of eight teams and will begin a period of mentoring with an experienced ambulance crew. The Squad consists of 430 volunteers and is growing. If anyone is interested in joining this wonderful organization, please contact lindae@ scc-ems.us or call 813-633-1411 ext. 429.
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Coincidentally, in Latin it means “I put together” or “I assemble.” While LEGOs started as wood blocks in 1932, in 1949 the plastic brick prototype was developed, and today’s LEGO bricks still fit bricks from 1958. The bricks are produced in Denmark, the Czech Republic and Mexico, and there are 2,400 different brick shapes. The LEGO Group’s sales make it the 5th largest toy manufacturer in the world. The park is normally open five days a week – closing on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. However, during holiday and other peak periods, it is open those days as well. It is best to check-out the schedule online at florida.legoland.com or call them at 1-877-350-LEGO (5346) to confirm before you go. Also, it is most economical to buy your tickets from AAA before you go to get the AAA and Senior discounts. In addition, this enables you to avoid standing in the ticket line when you get to the park. To get there take I-75 North and I-4 East to Exit 27 (Polk County Parkway). Exit Winter Haven (2nd Toll Booth) at SR-540 and follow it eight miles to Hwy-17 North. Take Hwy-17 North two miles over the bridge to the 1st light and turn right. Follow the signs to LEGOLAND. It will take around 75 minutes to get there.
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By Judy Stimson For over 50 years, children have enjoyed playing with LEGOs. That fun for children and adults of all ages is featured in LEGOLAND Florida, which opened in fall of 2011. The park, located on the old Cypress Gardens grounds in Winter Haven, has something for everybody. As an adult, the most interesting features are the gardens, LEGO Factory where the manufacturing process is simulated, and Miniland that features small-scale sculptures of NASA and many other Florida and national attractions – all out of LEGOs! For your grandchildren, the entire park is fair game with activities, rides and shows. The famous Cypress Gardens waterskiing show has been adapted to a LEGO and pirate story, including a pirate ship. Throughout the park there are mostly life-size characters made from LEGOs that go with the theme for that particular area. The park is safe and clean, and a nice alternative to the close-by Orlando attractions. This summer LEGO Water Park is scheduled to open, and will include a wave pool, lazy river, tube slides, body slides and an interactive waterplay structure. The word “LEGO” came from the Danish words “Leg” and “Godt” that mean “play well.”
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PLANTS HAPPEN
April 2012
By Ron Pelton
THE DEMISE OF OUR IMPATIENS Starting in late fall each year, we normally enter a colorful plant phase as millions of impatiens are planted to jazz up the entrances of gated communities and add punch at shopping centers, banks and resorts. But early this year it was first discovered in Palm Beach County that there has been trouble with the flowers that are known for their hues of coral, orange, pink, red, lavender, purple and white. After early January’s damp cold snap, landscapers and their clients began noticing that their impatiens were dying. Now countless plants have been ripped out, costing homeowners associations extra thousands and even bigger money for a multimillion-dollar flower business that blooms when snowbirds visit. The culprit? The impatiens were the victims of a disease called “downy milde w” that caus ed problems elsewhere in the United States last year and has been wiping out impatiens in Europe and South Africa. And guess what? The disease has moved to Central Florida. In fact, my very own treasured beds of impatiens that I babied over the cold spells have died. So what is this disease? The technical term is Plasmopara obducens, a type of downy mildew that attacks only the Impatiens walleriana, which, of course, is most prevalent here. Two less common varieties that are more expensive and aren’t available in as many colors, the SunPatiens and New Guinea, are not susceptible. More about these later. The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences has issued a bulletin stating that young impatiens plants with new growth are likely to show the first symptoms. Initially, leaves may look a little yellowish or speckled, as if they had experienced a nutritional deficiency. But as the disease progresses, whitish, downy-looking growth will be visible on undersides of leaves. Finally, leaves and flowers will drop, leaving mostly stems.
mamgmusings.blogspot.com Since impatiens are frequently planted en masse for an attractive visual effect, the plants tend to be overcrowded which reduces the air movement among them so that the leaves stay wet longer, promoting the growth of the disease. If you still have impatiens space them farther apart. Eliminating overhead and nighttime watering while avoiding excessive fertilization will help you prevent or reduce the occurrence of
downy mildew. So before you buy, if you can still find impatiens, be sure to carefully inspect leaves and stems to help ensure you don’t bring the problem home with you. High humidity paired with cool nights created the perfect conditions for the disease. These are exactly the conditions that affected my impatiens. Chemical treatments can be expensive and do not provide much of a cure, the experts warn. These treatments are much more effective when applied preventively. So your best strategy is to quickly remove and dispose of plants or branches and immediately treat the plants with recommended fungicides such as Concern Copper Soap Fungicide or Ferti-lome Broad Spectrum Landscape and Garden Fungicide. So, what do we do now? Our local big-box stores are still stocking impatiens but probably for not long. I expect growers will cease providing this variety in the fall. With the impatiens’ failure rate estimated at 70 percent, what other types of plants are being used? Here are a few:
Coleus is a beautiful landscape plant prized for its colorful foliage that comes in shades of green, yellow, pink, red, and maroon. Coleus varieties can range from one to several feet in height. They can be used in hanging baskets, containers on patios, or in landscape beds. These heat-tolerant, durable annuals have very few disease and insect problems. Most will grow best in part shade, but there are many new varieties, some of them developed by the University of Florida, that thrive in full, hot sun. Coleus plants do best in welldrained soils amended with lots of organic matter. Pinch the growing stems of young plants frequently to encourage dense foliage. Remove flowers as doing so appears to keep the plants from going to seed and declining. SunPatiens
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Gazania american-farms.com Gazania is a perennial grown as an annual that grows well in rock gardens or in other hot, dry areas. It forms a very low, ground-hugging ground cover, producing bright yellow orange or red, daisy-like flowers. Plants grow six to 12-inches tall with bluish foliage. Full day sun is required for healthy plants. It is a good plant for erosion control in dry areas. It should be planted 12 to 18 inches apart to form a solid ground cover several months after planting. Gazania requires less water than most annuals or perennials. Extended wet weather or poorly drained soil can promote disease that can kill portions of the plant. Removing the old blossoms may increase the number of blooms produced. Coleus s14.zetaboards.com
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SunPatiens® is a revolutionary new hybrid impatiens bred by Sakata. These remarkable plants represent a breakthrough in flower breeding: robust, sun-loving, heat-loving impatiens that thrive in full sun or part shade and deliver continuous color from spring through frost. Whether used in baskets, window boxes, patio pots or in the landscape, these beautiful plants combine massive flower power with tough, low-maintenance plants that flourish almost anywhere. Three season performance is the hallmark trait for all the series, so your SunPatiens will be covered with beautiful flowers from spring, through the torturous heat of summer, right up to the first hard frost. New Guinea Impatiens
ag.auburn.edu This easily grown annual distinguishes itself from the common garden impatiens by its brilliantly marked foliage and ability to tolerate greater amounts of sun once it is well established for several weeks in
the landscape. Available in upright, rounded or flatter, spreading forms, from eight inches to two feet in height, New Guinea impatiens have very large leaves, often variegated with red or yellow, and large, single flowers available in shades of lavender, purple, pink, red, orange, or white. Performing best in light shade but tolerant of nearly full sun during the winter, plants should receive regular watering and fertilization. Plants in Florida usually stop flowering in the summer, even when located in the shade. So there you have it, the good and the bad news. Like it or not, we will survive the absence of our wonderful impatiens but will learn to live with and love the replacements. If you have any gardening questions direct them to me at ronpelton@ tampabay.rr.com. REFERENCES: Susan Salisbury, The Palm Beach Post February 14, 2012 Disease killing impatiens Kaki Holt, PALM BEACH NEWS, Thursday, Feb. 23, 2012; edis.ifas.ufl.edu/mg319 Gardening with Annuals in Florida by SP Brown – 2011; edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fp281 New Guinea impatiens; edis. ifas.ufl.edu/fp227 Gazanias; www.sunpatiens. com; gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl. edu/giam/plants_coleus
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SCAMS By John Bowker
If you have had a call or an email that came to you “out of the blue” that promises you either wonderful or terrible things, please send them to us by email at sccnews@verizon.net or in a letter to the News of Sun City Center, 1009 N. Pebble Beach Blvd., Sun City Center, FL 33573. We only want to hear about these scams firsthand, so please don’t tell us about things you have heard that have happened to others. Here are some emails received by one of our residents. Peter Williams seems to be insisting she is the correct person, but notice that his email address changed in the second letter! He also does not give the name of his late client in his effort to locate the “next of kin.” Emails such as this should go to your Spam folder and be deleted. From: Peter Williams, peterwilliams112@gmail.com Date: Thu, Feb 23, 2012 at 3:27 PM Subject: Re: INFORMATION NEEDED Your email have been received with thanks in regards to this transaction, I want you to be rest assure that i will present you to the bank as the Next of kin to my late client, what i need from you is your 100% trust and honesty to enable the bank transfer the funds to you, Please know that the sharing ration we be splited this way, 50% will come to me why 45% will go for you and the remaining 5% will be set aside for any expensses that will come up. I want you to forward to me this information below so that i can file in an application to the bank on your behalf, so that the bank can start up with the processing of the release of the fund into your nominated account which you will provide to them. I want you to assure me and promise me that once you receive the $10.5 million nothing will happen to my own share of the money. Please get back to me with this information below so that i can file in an application to the bank today and the bank will contact you. FULL NAME:...... CONTACT ADDRESS:........ TELEPHONE NO:........... OCCUPATION:............ DATE OF BIRTH:............ A SCAN COPY OF YOUR IDENTIFICATION:.......... As soon as i receive this information i will apply to the bank on your behalf immediately. I need your trust and honesty so that we can complete this transaction in time, I want you to assure me that nothing will happen to the fund once you receive it. Hope to hear from you. Peter Williams.
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Note: Always check your junk/spam email for more email from me after you have replied this email. Mr. Alex Gregorowicz Here’s another example of Scams that was reported last month: I JUST HAD A CALL FROM Publishers Clearing House ABOUT ME BEING A WINNER, IN THEIR SWEEPSTAKES. THEY TOLD ME I HAD WON FOUR MAGAZINE SUBSCRIPTIONS AND IF I WANTED MORE, AND SHE LISTED THEM, THAT I COULD PURCHASE THEM, AT REDUCED PRICES. I HAD READ YOUR ALERT SO OF COURSE I SAID NO. SHE SAID SHE WAS FROM OHIO, MY HOME STATE, SHE HAD MY CORRECT ADDRESS, AND OF COURSE MY HOME PHONE NUMBER. I RETRACED THE NUMBER SHE HAD CALLED ME FROM, I DID NOT CALL IT, JUST RE-TRACED IT. IT IS 216-404-5761. SHE ASKED ME IF I USED MASTER CARD, VISA, AMERICAN EXPRESS. SHE THEN TOLD ME I HAD ALREADY WON MAGAZINE SUBSCRIPTIONS TO A FEW MAGAZINES, WITHOUT CHARGE. SHE ALSO TOLD ME ABOUT THE MAJOR PRISES THAT I COULD BE IN LINE TO WIN. $25,000, A NEW CAR, A BOAT, A VACATION, ETC. SHE SAID I HAD ALSO WON A WATCH, FREE TO ME. SHE DID NOT ASK FOR MY CREDIT CARD NUMBER, OR MY SOCIAL SECURITY #, ONLY HOW OLD I WAS AND IF I WAS RETIRED, SINGLE. I FIND IT INCREDIBLE THAT YOUR ARTICLE WAS JUST IN OUR NEWS OF SUN CITY CENTER AND THANK YOU FOR THE On Fri, Feb 24, 2012 at 3:41 AM, xxx wrote: HEADS UP ON SCAMS. I OF COURSE WILL “NOT” FALL PREY TO Sorry I don’t know what this is about???? Maybe wrong e-mail THESE PEOPLE. address??????????????? What is name of client??????????? THANK YOU FOR THE INSIGHT. 2012/2/23 Peter Williams, info@mail.com I have emailed you earlier without a response. In my first email I mentioned about my late client whose relatives I was not able to get in touch with. I was compelled to do this because I would not want the bank to push my clients funds into the bank treasury as unclaimed funds. This mail was written and intended to solicit your assistance to be By Uta Kuhn presented as the HEIR to my Late Client so that the proceeds can be released Do you have outdated, unused prescriptions or over the counter to you since you are a foreigner and only a foreigner can lay claims on this medicines and don’t know how to properly dispose of them? Here is inheritance. The Governing Body of the Bank has contacted me on this your chance to dispose of them without harming the environment. matter and I am yet to provide the HEIR to lay claims to the Funds. Hence Hillsborough County Sheriff ’s Department has again planned I seek your consent Under a clear and legitimate arrangement so the funds OPERATION MEDICINE CABINET as follows: will not be reverted into government coffers as unclaimed funds DAY/DATE: Thursday - April 5 For the sake of Transparency on this matter, you are free to make immediate contact for further clarification on this matter. Thank you TIME: 9 a.m. to noon very much for your anticipated cooperation while we expect your prompt PLACE: Community Hall, 1910 Pebble Beach Blvd. South response to this matter as the urgency demands. Deputy Chris Girard and his officers will be at the above location Yours faithfully, to collect those unwanted drugs (NO LIQUIDS) and will make sure that Peter Williams they are properly disposed of by being incinerated. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THESE DRUGS ARE NOT FLUSHED DOWN THE TOILET And then our same resident received this email recently: OR DOWN THE DRAIN. (Local Fish and Wildlife will thank you for Good Day, not poisoning local waters.) I am Mr. Alex Gregorowicz Principal Assurance Manager for the Once you get to Community Hall, you won’t even need to get out National Bank Of Dubai. I contact you independently and no one is informed of your car. All you need do is to drive up to the front entrance and the officers will be happy to take your drugs and deposit them in their special of this communication.I have a business proposal of (US$18,600,000.00) container for transport to the incinerator. MARK YOUR CALENDAR for you from my bank. and bring all of your unwanted/unused/outdated meds to the collection Please send your response to my private email address for more site on the above date. information if interested at a.greg7883@hotmail.com
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Military Affairs
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Dr. Susan MacManus, Political Analyst, to Address MOAA
(L to R) Linda Dolph, Becky Leichtman, Pat Friedriechsen and State Regent, Donna Cullen Col. George Mercer Brooke Chapter of DAR welcomed three new members at their Annual Invitational Luncheon in February. Florida State Regent Donna Cullen spoke about Florida’s Historic Preservation Project at DAR’s Constitution Hall in Washington, DC. The new members are sisters and were welcomed by the Florida State Regent.
Robert J. Silah, CAPT USN Ret to Speak at the Silver Osprey Squadron April Meeting On Friday, April 6, Captain Silah will tell how he came to found Operation Helping Hand over seven years ago in Tampa while a member of the Tampa Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America. Operation Helping Hand is a humanitarian effort dedicated to providing support for United States military active duty personnel who have been injured in Iraq or Afghanistan, and who are currently being cared for in Tampa at the James A. Haley VA hospital. Since it began, Operation Helping Hand has helped over 700 wounded soldiers and more than 1,000 of their family members. Welcome Kits are handed out to the wounded and their families when they arrive at the hospital. Regular events are monthly dinners and gift baskets for these families. Lightning and Rays games are often on the schedule. At a recent Lightning game, Silah was awarded the top prize for the Lightning Foundation Community Heroes program of $50,000. He contributed it to the charity of his choice, Operation Helping Hand. The meeting will be held at the Plaza Club, Freedom Plaza, 3932 Upper Creek Drive, SCC. Meet and Greet at 11:30, lunch at noon. Captain Silah graduated from Marquette University and was commissioned as a United States Navy Ensign in 1963. He served on various ships for the next 13 years in both the Atlantic and Pacific fleets, and later had shore duty tours with the Chief of Naval Personnel, Chief of Naval Operations, and in Tampa at U.S. Central Command. While at U.S. Central Command, he spent time in Pakistan, Somalia,
and Yemen. As a result of injuries sustained on active duty aboard ships, he retired after 27 years of service as a 70% Disabled Veteran. His empathy for returning wounded veterans motivated him to start Operation Helping Hand. This meeting is op en to members and non-members. Our only requirement is your interest in military related topics. Normally our meal prices are $14 for members and their spouses, $17 for non-members. Because we want to show strong support for CAPT Silah’s efforts, and encourage non-members to attend, we will price non-member meals at $14 as well. At that price we believe the meal is an excellent value. Here is what you get: Roast Turkey w/ cornbread stuffing, Mashed Potatoes w/gravy, Green Beans, German Chocolate Cake, and Coffee/iced Tea. Ple as e s end your che cks (payable to Silver Osprey Squadron) to Bill Shanks, 1010 American Eagle Blvd., #750, Sun City Center, FL 33573. Informal attire. Deadline for Reservations is April 3, 2012. All Checks must be received NO LATER THAN Wed., April 4, 2012. You may also contact Bill Shanks by phone, or e-mail. Phone is 813-634-3194, e-mail is wshanks@tampabay.rr.com.
The April Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) me et ing fe atur ing Dr. Sus an MacManus will be held in the Sun City Center Atrium building in the Florida Room at 11 a.m.on Wednesday, April 4, 2012. Reservations can be made by calling 642-0497 ($14) no later than the Sunday before the Wednesday meeting. Dr. MacManus is a Distinguished University Professor of Public Administration and Political Science in the Department of Government and International Affairs at the University of South Florida. She is nationally renowned for her expert and incisive commentary on public opinion and intergenerational politics and has appeared on ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX, CNN, Fox News Channel, MSNBC, PBS, BBC, NHK (Tokyo), Australian Television, C-SPAN, National Public Radio, and
in various print media. During the 2000 and 2004 election season, she served as the political analyst for WFLA News Channel 8, the Florida News Channel, and WFLA News Radio. Dr. MacManus is a Fulbright research scholar and has written numerous books; her latest, entitled Florida Politics: Ten Media Markets, One Powerful State, was published in 2004.
National Weather Service Forecaster Addressed MOAA
Mr. Ernie Jillson was the featured speaker at the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) March luncheon on March 7, 2012. Mr. Jillson’s first NWS assignment was in Barrigada, Guam from July 2000 to June 2003. His second was here in Tampa (Ruskin) from June 2003 to present. Before he joined the National Weather Service, Mr. Jillson attended college at Lyndon State College in Vermont where he earned a BS in Meteorology in 1985. He then joined the Air Force and spent four years at Homestead Air Force Base in Homestead, FL. He discussed the various weather conditions Tampa has encountered in the past and is likely to encounter in the future and showed several films and photos of past devastation incurred as a result of the various categories of hurricanes that have historically ravaged the State of Florida.
Leathernecks support annual Veterans Dinner Dance The annual Veterans Dinner Dance was held earlier this month. The theme for this year’s dance was a “sock hop”. Several Sun City Center military organizations participated in this event. Shown above are some of the members of the Leatherneck’s club attending and their guests. Proceeds will be donated to James A. Haley, VA Hospital for use by the Recreation Therapy Department. Photo by Paul Wheat, chairman of the ball and President of MOAA.
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Military Order of the World Wars
COL. Luther Lloyd, USA, (Ret) to Address MOWW
Col. Luther Lloyd, USA, will be the featured speaker at the Military Order of the World Wars (MOWW) monthly luncheon at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, April 19, 2012 at the Freedom Plaza Club in Sun City Center. The luncheon fee is $13 and reservations should be made by April 9 by calling 633-6513. Col. Lloyd is a current member of the Sun City Chapter of MOWW and a former Intelligence officer specializing in the “Middle East.” He is the author of a book entitled Out of Darkness. He has served in several countries, including Egypt and is the former president of the Military Family Support Trust (MFST). Col. Luther will provide the group with a general overall view of the political, as opposed to the religious, goals of Islam.
General Monroe W. Hatch Jr., Vice Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force, Washington, D.C. Addressed MOWW
Gen. Hatch was the featured speaker at the Military Order of the World Wars (MOWW) luncheon on Thursday, March 15, 2012 . He entered the U.S. Naval Academy in 1951 and graduated in 1955 with a Bachelor of Science degree. He earned a Master’s degree in aerospace engineering from the University of Oklahoma in 1969 and completed the National War College in 1974. He w a s a s s i g n e d t o S AC headquarters in February 1982 and served as deputy chief of staff for plans until February 1983, when he became the command’s chief of staff. General Hatch was appointed inspector general of the Air Force in September 1984. In August 1985 he was assigned as vice commander in chief, Strategic Air Command, Offutt Air Force Base. General Hatch is a command pilot with more than 6,000 flying hours. He assumed his present duties in February 1987. Gen. Hatch related some of his experiences relative to the many challenges and changes that have occurred in the Russian hierarchy over the past forty years or so. His account of the numerous Russian leaders and the world situations they each faced was both informative and entertaining.
Captain Charles Marsicano Honored by MOWW C a p t a i n Charles Marsicano, Hillsborough C ounty Fire and Rescue Department, was awarded the Militar y Order o f t h e Wo r l d Wa r s ( M O W W ) Distinguished Service Award on Thursday, March 15. Capt. Marsicano has been providing exemplary, dedicated (From R) Lt Col Frank Zahrobsky, USAF; Capt. Charles Marsciano, Mrs. Marsicano and daughter. fire and rescue service for Hillsborough County residents and businesses for 28 years. He supervised the orderly opening of Sun City Center’s Station 28 in 1992. It now responds to an average of 18 calls per day to the Greater Sun City Center Community and its surrounding area. Capt. Marsicano is a highly respected senior captain of three shifts at Station 28.
Leatherneck Club’s Military Family Coupon Program
Past Commander and founder of the Leathernecks Club Jim Glass is shown delivering coupons to the SCC post office for overseas shipment to three military bases. Jim and his wife Jan established the coupon program in February of 2010. With the efforts of countless community clubs, churches, synagogues, schools and individuals within the community, and in and out of state, the Leathernecks have shipped over ½ ton of coupons annually. The coupons are manufacturer’s coupons, with a bar graph and expiration date. Manufacturers have agreed to extend the expiration date by six months for military families living overseas and shopping at commissaries and PX’s. Families from all military branches of service are eligible to receive the coupons. The Military Family Support Trust has also partnered with the Leathernecks both in collecting coupons and in assisting with the postal expenses.
The Military Family Support Trust (MFST) recognized their major donors at a luncheon on March 14 at the Sun City Plaza Club. The photograph shows some of the contributors who reached new levels of support. Among other things, MFST makes significant contributions to scholarships for students from all over the United States. (Photo by Frank Kepley)
James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital was a very popular FunFest stop.
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Elegant Gardeners had many beautiful plants for sale. German American Club sang musical numbers in the Florida Room.
Woodcarvers raffled a dolphin carving.
Cabaret Dance Club and Foxy Seniors Dance Club are starting up and looked for members.
Front Porch Pickers provided afternoon entertainment poolside. All photos on this page taken by Judy Stimson.
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Lacey Lacey is a pretty Lab/Terrier/ Boxer mix. She was found wandering in a rural area, alone. Lacey has a sweet disposition and gives out lots of kisses to her caretakers. She knows how to sit and walks fine on a leash. She is a puppy that is eager to please. For fun, she loves to play with squeaky stuffed toys out in the play yard. Lacey seems to be picky about her playmates but otherwise is fine around other dogs. As part of her adoption, Lacey is spayed, microchipped and current on her shots. Estimated DOB: February, 2, 2011 C.A.R.E. is open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday
Penny Penny is an adorable torti female kitten. She is very playful and has shown every volunteer her love of playing with every cat toy in the shelter. Penny is never dull and takes a shine to most visitors, volunteers or passersby. She likes her afternoon nap on the cat tower and that is where she can be found most afternoons unless she is sunning on the lanai. Come in and see Penny and give her that loving forever home. Penny, as part of her adoption, will be microchipped. She has been spayed and is up-to-date on her shots. DOB: 10/1/2011.
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The Hope Fund’s Breakfast and Sun City Center Emergency Squad Board Approves Chief ’s Appointments Bingo Fundraiser Coming April 7 Saturday, April 7, is the date for the next Breakfast and Bingo fundraiser sponsored by the Hope Fund twice a year to benefit the children who attend the afterschool and summer programs at Bethune Park in Wimauma. The breakfast, which still costs only $6, takes place from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Community Hall at 1910 So. Pebble Beach Blvd. in Sun City Center and consists of a large omelet of your choice, a bagel and cream cheese or a Danish, orange juice, and coffee or tea. For the April 7 Breakfast and Bingo, the number of chefs flipping those omelets will be doubled to get you through the line quickly! Starting at 9:30, if you wish, play bingo for cash prizes. Bingo cards cost $1. Tickets for the event are available at the door. Bring your friends and neighbors. All are welcome.
responsible, caring adults while their parents are at work. Many of the children would otherwise be home alone after school, without supervision. Volunteers work with the kids as tutors, mentors, and readers. Funds raised from the Breakfast and Bingo event will help fund the computer lab, the after-school snack program, the Kids Marathon running program, the new art class, field trips, drug education classes for the older children and, most importantly, full or partial scholarships for those who cannot afford the cost to attend. By attending Breakfast and Bingo on April 7, you will not only benefit at-risk children, but you will also enjoy a Saturday morning out with friends. Because The Hope Fund has no administrative costs, all funds raised go directly
(L to R) Terri Lance, assistant chief, medical; Bob Rusnak, deputy chief; Linda East, assistant chief, personnel; Jan Huber, assistant chief, public relations. Chief Noreen Schramm has selected the administrative staff who will serve with her for the next two years. The Emergency Squad has been serving our community for the past 47 years. They are comprised of 440 volunteers and are always growing and looking for additional help. If you are interested in finding out more about this organization, please log on to www.scc-ems.com or you can call 813-633-1411.
T h e H o p e Fu n d , a n a l l volunteer, 501(c)3 organization, is made up of people who care about kids and is pleased to announce that it is now partnering with RCMA (a mission that works with children) to lease the Bethune Park buildings in Wimauma from Hillsborough County so that the after-school and summer programs can continue! Most of the children who attend Bethune Park are from low income homes and do not have the advantages of children who come from more affluent families. Attending the after-school and summer programs gives the children the self esteem they need to get a good start in life and become caring, productive citizens. At Bethune Park, the children are in a safe, nurturing environment with
to helping the children. Donations are gratefully accepted and are tax deductible. Please call Robi Jackson at 634-3980 or Carla Miles at 634-4268 if you like working with wonderful children (please note that all of the children speak English) and would like to volunteer an hour a week or more, or for more information about the Hope Fund and/or Breakfast and Bingo, or to make a contribution. Also, check out the Fund’s website at www. The-Hope-Fund.org. Remember: “One hundred years from now it will not matter what my bank account was, the sort of house I lived in, or the kind of car I drove, but the world may be different because I was important in the life of a child.” Hope to see you on April 7.
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Dance Clubs
Academy of Ballroom Dance Club Saturday, April 7, at Community Hall 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Members free; guests $6. Free lesson: Tango 6:30 -7:15 p.m. Dressy casual. Celebrate Easter week-end—wear your fancy or funniest Easter Hat for the Easter Parade Prize - but not required. Everyone welcome, Singles tables available. BYOB For further information, call Jean Kostka at 634-1235 or Lennie Crooks at 642-9975.
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MOONGLOW DANCE CLUB “The Ashleys” will provide live music for your dancing and listening pleasure on Thursday, April 26, from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Moonglow Dance Club members are free, and visitors pay $5 per person at the door. Dressy casual; Singles always welcome. BYOB and Snacks. Ice, water, cups and napkins will be provided. For more information, call 813633-1297 or 813-642-8845.
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Entertainment: “Shout” BYOB Members free, Non-members $5 For more info call: 633-5649
SOCIAL DANCE CLASSES Sponsored by the Academy Dance Club. Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium. Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point residents. Couples and singles welcome. $5 per class. For information, call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205. TUESDAY EVENING CLASSES (April 3, 10, 17, 24) Beginning - Fox Trot 5:30 p.m. Intermediate - Cha Cha 6:45 p.m. Beginning Silver - Fox Trot 8 p.m. WEDNESDAY DAY CLASSES (April 4, 11, 18, 25) Beginning - Swing 12:45 p.m. Intermediate - Fox Trot 2 p.m. Intermediate Silver - Bolero 3:15 p.m.
“Friday the 13th” Square Dance April is a wonderful month—hopefully br i ng i ng mu c h ne e d e d Apr i l Showers to our parched gardens— and this year it also harbors a dreaded “Friday the 13th.” This omen, however, doesn’t bother the Sun City Center Swingers Square Dance Club at all, for they’ll be holding an exciting Special Event Mainstream/ Plus Square Dance on “Friday the 13th” April 2012. Members, to help alleviate the Dancers fears, will provide delicious finger food for the occasion. Beverages will also be served. Dancers, show that “Friday the 13th” doesn’t bother you—come join us for this great night of dancing and fellowship. These Special Dances, along with the club’s regular Friday Night Mainstream/Plus Dances, are held in Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble
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Cabaret Dance Club
Beach Blvd. Pre-Rounds 7 to 7:30 p.m. Mainstream/Plus Dance 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Bob Ellis calls on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Friday of the month; Art Springer calls on the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month. Pat Hagen cues. A Beginners Square Dance C l ass is hel d e ve r y Tu e s d ay Night, 6:30 to 8 p.m., in Room 3 of Community Hall. A Plus Workshop follows, 8 to 9 p.m. Van Coble is the caller/instructor. Come join us, have great fun and learn the art of Square Dancing. The club participated in the Sun City Center FunFest on March 17, 2012 with a demonstration of the art of Square Dancing. The performance was well received. AT TENTION DANCERS: There will not be a dance on Friday Night, April 20. Sorry, we’ve been pre-empted. For f u r t h e r i n for m at i on call Geri at 633-9742 or Leah 6333986.
The Cabaret Dance Club is having a dance on April 13 in the Florida Room in the Atrium Building from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Enjoy a social evening of fun where you can dance the night away. Open to Sun City Center, Kings Point and their guests. Couples & singles welcome. Members pay $4 per person. Nonmembers pay $5 per person. BYOB & Snacks. Casual Attire. For information or to reserve a table for eight, phone Angelina at (813) 634-1865.
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The Foxy Seniors Dance Club is having a Karaoke & dance on Saturday, April 21, in the Florida Room in the Atrium Building from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Enjoy an evening of fun where you can dance and/or sing, hosted by ReAct Entertainment (Suzanne & Bruce). Free line dance lessons from 6:30 to 7 p.m. Open to Sun City Center, Kings Point and their guests. Couples & singles welcome. Members pay $3. Non-members pay $4. B YO B. C a s u a l At t i r e . Fo r information or to reserve a table for eight, phone Angelina at (813) 6341865.
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April 2012
Ceramics Club Class
Michael J. Deeb to Speak at AAUW April Meeting
The Sun City Center branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW)will host a luncheon meeting beginning at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 14, in the Florida Room on the Central Campus. Michael J. Deeb, Civil War Era novelist, will be the guest speaker. A graduate of Aquinas College, Deeb earned his Master’s degree from Michigan State Univeristy where the concentration was on American history. Dr. Deeb spent 20 years teaching at the high school, college and university levels. During this time he earned his doctorate from Wayne State University. Subsequently he owned an accounting and advisory practice for 25 years. He retired from his business activities and returned to American history, his first love. He commenced writing of people who lived during the Civil War. He published Duty and Honor in 2007, an historical novel. His second novel, Duty Accomplished, was published in 2008. Honor Restored, published in 2009, was the third Civil War novel in this trilogy.
At the meeting, Dr. Deeb will talk about his fourth Civil War novel, The Lincoln Assassination, which delves into the conspiracy theories that surround the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. Deeb recently completed his fifth novel. He has sold over 1,400 of his novels during personal presentations. After the meeting, lunch will be served followed by the presentation. Contact Mary Marro to reserve, 707 Ward Circle SCC, phone (813) 6345483. Reservations must be received by April 8.
(L to R): sitting: Cathleen Gordon, Joan Juczak, Susan Snell, Dilip Chitre, Shobha Chitre. Standing: Monica McPhillips, Nan Burgett, Carol Cook, Elsie Diel. Also taking the class but not pictured were Maria and Tom Alesandro As part of its program to offer complimentary classes to the community, the Sun City Center Ceramic Club held three classes in January. It was the second of a three-week class to be offered. Pictured above are some of the participants finishing the pieces they chose to work on. This has proven to be a successful program which was started in October of last year. Another class will be offered in the Fall of this year. If any questions, please call Carol Cook at 633-0293.
Ceramic Club Enjoys Field Trip to Orlando
Bridge Association Sponsors Workshop The Sun City Center Bridge Association invites all area players to attend a workshop with national champion, author and teacher Val Covalcuic. The event will take place Monday, April 9, in the Florida Room of the Atrium Building. The program includes a morning session at 9 a.m., “Balancing—When And How To Do It!” followed by lunch at noon. The afternoon session at 1 p.m. will be devoted to “Communicating More Effectively—Building Your Defensive Arsenal.” Fees are $20 per session or $40 all day with lunch. A single session with lunch will be $25. To reserve a place, call Hugh Howarth at 642-0719 or Ronda O’Farrell at 634-7393.
Four China Club Members Win Ribbons at the 2012 Florida State Fair
The Sun City Center Ceramic Club recently enjoyed a field trip to the National Ceramic Show in Orlando at the County Fairgrounds. It was an opportunity to meet vendors and see the vast array of ceramic pieces, paints, tools and accessories required in the art of ceramics.
HEARING LOSS ASSOCIATION OF SCC 9:30 a.m., Wed., Apr. 4, 2012, the Hearing Loss Association of Sun City Center (HLA-SCC) will meet at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb Blvd. West. Coffee and donuts at 9:15. Lisa Tanner, Au.D. (Advanced Diagnostics and Solutions, Brandon) will discuss: Programming and Mapping: the Keys to Getting the Most Out of Your Hearing Aid or Cochlear Implant. Come and learn how to work with your hearing professional to obtain the best results from your hearing instrument. CART service (captioning) is provided by Tess Crowder, Communication Access, Inc. The meeting room is equipped with an induction loop which enhances speech clarity for those with a telecoil in their hearing aid or L to R: Martha Klos who won many ribbons including Best of Show, Peg Kenny, cochlear implant. HLA-SCC is free and is sponsored by the Men’s Club of Marion Stephens and Diana Young. Displayed in the picture are all the hand SCC. painted china pieces that won ribbons. Sun City Center was well represented Everyday sign language class will be taught by Tess Crowder, 10:45in the porcelain painting category at the State Fair this year. You can see the 11:30 a.m. winning pieces in the display window of the China Club on Cherry Hills Dr. Contact Shirley Nauman at snauman@tampabay.rr.com or Barbara Riley at 634-1706.
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The Computer Club
British Connections Hosts East Bay’s “Sounds of Time”
All residents of Sun City Center and Kings Point are invited to join The British Connection for an evening of entertainment on Wednesday, April 18, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. in the Florida Room of the Atrium. The East Bay High School chorus, “Sounds of Time,” under the direction of Brian NeSmith, will present a musical program of traditional and contemporary music. “Catering Specialties by Steve” will prepare gourmet pizzas to your order prior to the concert. Tickets are $8 for members and $10 for guests. Non-alcoholic beverages including soda, tea, coffee and setups for mixed drinks will be provided (BYOB). Dessert will also be included. For reservations, contact Kathy Howell at 567-3358 by April 13. Send a check payable to The British Connection to Ms. Howell at 316 Green Manor Drive, Sun City Center, FL 33573.
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DO YOU NEED A TABLET? Despite all the excitement in the press about Tablets, PCs outsold them by a six–to-one ratio in 2011. At the April 4 meeting of The Computer Club, a representative from Staples will explain the features, capabilities and shortcomings of Tablets, comparing them to PCs. This is your chance to get authoritative information, to help guide your decision. This meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Florida Room. All Sun City Center and Kings Point residents are invited to attend. For membership and meeting information, contact Bob Wehrle at 633-4516.
COMPUTER CLUB ANNOUNCES COURSES “EXCEL”
FOUR CONSECUTIVE TUESDAYS, BEGINNING APRIL 3 “INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS” FOUR CONSECUTIVE FRIDAYS, BEGINNING April 6 All classes will begin at 10 a.m. in the Computer Club Classroom Tuition $20 payable upon registration “USING A DIGITAL CAMERA WITH YOUR COMPUTER” A THREE-HOUR WORKSHOP ON APRIL 9 9 a.m. in the Computer Classroom Tuition $10 payable upon registration “VIRUS REMOVAL WORKSHOP” A THREE-HOUR WORKSHOP ON APRIL 16 9 a.m. in the Computer Classroom Tuition $10 payable upon registration REGISTER IN CLASSROOM/LAB 12:30 – 5 P.M., MON. THRU SAT.
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Questers Spring Council Elects New Officers
It’s official! Florida Questers held their “Spring Council” meeting at the East Lake Woodlands Country Club in Oldsmar on March 8. Sworn in were Francine Webb of Sun City Center as president, Eleanor Vassel of Dunedin as 1 st vice president and Diane Anton of Oldsmar as corresponding secretary. Guest speaker, Terry Fortner, author of “Yesteryear, I Lived In Paradise,” shared memories of her grandmother, Myrtle Betz, and her childhood on Caladesi Island. Do you get excited at the thought of exploring an antique shop, flea market or rummage sale for that hidden treasure? If so, Questers is for you! Founded in 1944, it is an antiques study club with nearly 20,000 members and over 900 chapters in the U.S. and Canada. Its main goal is to further its members’ knowledge and education about antiques and to encourage the preservation, restoration and conservation of historic buildings, sites and antiquities. Two annual scholarships are provided to students earning a Master of Science degree in preservation and restoration and a three-year fellowship to a graduate student earning a Master of Science degree in art conservation.
Francine Webb (R) holds the pitcher given traditionally as she is sworn in as the new Questers president. They enjoy learning about antiques and take great pleasure in sharing their knowledge with others. Questers are the original “recyclers!” They are socially well-adjusted, intelligent people with curiosity, enthusiasm, imagination and a good memory. For further information on The Questers, check out their website at www.questers1944.org.
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GFWC SCC Woman’s Club Names Uta Kuhn Volunteer of the Year GFWC SCC Woman’s Club Volunteer of the Year is Uta Kuhn. In addition to volunteering for numerous Woman’s Club projects, she is also a very active volunteer in the community. Uta was born in Berlin, Germany and immigrated to the USA when she was 11. As a naturalized citizen, she is passionately patriotic. She founded the SCC Patriots Club and was responsible Uta Kuhn with GFWC SCC for getting 105 flags President Janet Cardulla. installed along Sun City Center Boulevard. The president (publicity). She was coPatriots Club also ensures the flags chair of the Conservation Committee are in good repair and flying during and instituted a recycling program at every patriotic holiday. Uta has been the CA offices. the president of the Patriots Club for Currently, Uta chairs the the past nine years. club’s Public Issues Committee. She served a three-year term This committee is supporting the as a director on the Sun City Center Wounded Warrior Rehabilitation Community Association board. Uta Program at the James A. Haley was a dispatcher, ambulance driver Veteran’s Hospital in cooperation and first responder for the SCC with the Patriots Club. Through Emergency Squad and a member of her tireless fundraising efforts, the CERT, the Community Emergency Patriots Club presented a check to Response Team. She has served the Wounded Warriors Program as a driver, dispatcher and team for $1,450. She also co-chairs the captain on the SCC Security Patrol. Sun City Center Meals on Wheels She is one of the original volunteer program for the club. She is also a hostesses at the SCC Community member of The NEWS staff. Information Center. Uta is an accomplished leader In addition, she has served and her enthusiasm and dedication the SCC Woman’s Club as 3rd vice are an inspiration for all.
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Photo Club to Meet on Tuesday, April 10
If you want to learn to create unique photos, you will want to attend the April 10 SCC Photo Club meeting. John Hynal, Education Director at Johnson PhotoImaging in Bradenton, will present “Using Shutter Speed to Create Effective and Unique Photos,” a closer look at the benefits of changing your shutter speed for different conditions and effects. Controlling shutter speeds can create many different results, from the classic “freeze effect” stop action to contemporary blurred images using pan shot speeds. But then there’s more. Discover the excitement of controlling long exposures for fireworks, lightning and abstract imaging. You will also learn creative techniques such as how to ghost and trace your subjects. Members and guests are welcome to attend. The meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. in the Caper Room with a tutorial. After a short business meeting at 7 p.m., the program will begin. Club meetings are open to all in the area. For more information on the club and its activities, please see our website at www.photoclubscc.com or visit the learning lab at 960D Cherry Hills Drive. Dues for the 2012 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.
LAPIDARY CLUB
The Sun City Center Lapidary Club provides opportunities for Sun City Center residents to work with minerals, metals, crystals and beads to create jewelry and other art objects. Classes in silversmithing, enameling, beading, chain mail, polymer clay, precious metal clay and wire wrap are just some of the free offerings to club members. The annual club membership fee is $10. There is a charge for materials used in class. Jewelry and other items made by club members are sold in the club’s Gift Shop, located in the Arts & Crafts Building on Cherry Hills Drive. The shop is open to the public. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and from noon to 3 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday. Summer hours, which begin May 1,
SIGNS OF SPRING
The SCC German-American Club will celebrate Spring with a party. Flowers and Fun are the main theme for the evening on Wednesday, April 25, in Community Hall on S. Pebble Beach. The popular duo, Jess and Joan, traveling from Titusville, will provide the music for dancing and entertainment. Of course, a delicious buffet dinner (Swedish meatballs, gravy and Spaetzle with all the trimmings ) will be provided as well. Tickets are $18 for members and $22 for non-members, and the community is encouraged to attend the club’s final dance of the season. Send or drop off your check to: Mike Albanese at 1808 Granville Lane in Sun City Center.
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are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. until noon. The Gift Shop is closed in August. Like many Sun City Center clubs, the Lapidary Club helps to support the efforts of service organizations in the community. This year the club made donations to Life Path Hospice, Samaritan Services Sun City Center, Inc., the Security Patrol, and the Emergency Squad. Each organization received $1,000. In January, the club elected i t s 2 0 1 2 o f f i c e r s : P r e s i d e nt Aleksandra Zurko, Vice-President Kathy Bittman, Secretary Dorothy Paulhus, Treasurer Marie Norton, and Assistant Secretary-Treasurer Jean Chicoine. For additional information about the Lapidary Club, visit the Gift Shop during the hours listed above.
Organ and Keyboard Club Plays at Other Club Events
The Organ/KeyBoard Club of Sun City Center has played music for the Art Club & Stained Glass Shows. Both were two-day shows in the Florida Room displaying their arts in beautiful fashion. The stained glass show was Feb. 24 & 25; Art Club Show was Jan. 27 & 28. The Organ/KeyBoard Club enjoys helping other clubs in Sun City with music for their events. Call Barb Carlini 813-633-2022 music co-ordinator to make arrangements. The club meets every Thursday for a group lesson in the Florida Room. $3 per lesson that starts at 9 a.m. Music is yours to keep, and no instrument is needed.
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SCC Woman’s Club Celebrates Member Birthdays
April 2012
Model Railroad Club Open House on April 6 The Model Railroad Club of Sun City Center will be hosting a Holiday Open House from 1 to 4 p.m. on Friday, April 6. All visiting “Junior Engineers” will be offered an opportunity to run a train and earn a certificate! The club is located at 915 N. Course Lane on the SCC Community Association’s Central Campus. Please visit our website: www. sccmrrc.org for directions or call 634-1414.
Patriots Club Annouces FunFest Basket Raffle Winners
A new club activity has been designed by Nan Dorsey, so that members can become better acquainted. Once a month members celebrate birthdays at the new Sandpiper Restaurant. The current month’s “birthday girls” and any other interested members gather on the fourth Tuesday for lunch. In attendance at a recent celebration were (top row, left to right) Nan Dorsey, Ann Bohachek, Sue Fitts (guest), Linda Smith and Pat Bennis. Seated (left to right) are Chris Avella, Jeanne Naish, Bev Engles and Sylvia Goldsmith. Photo by Rosie Clifton.
Pictured receiving their baskets from Uta Kuhn club president are (left to right) Dodi Winterstein, Mary Ann Vinci, and Lynda Adams. The Sun City Center Patriots Club would like to thank Minto Communities, LLC, Sun Towers, Homewood Residence, and Freedom Plaza for their donations of gift baskets for the Patriots Club raffles at the recent community FunFest. The winners of the gift baskets were Ed Moran, Dodi Winterstein, Lynda Adams and Mary Ann Vinci. The Patriots Club will be sponsoring the performing group of young people from Utah “Fame & Celebrate” at Community Hall on Sunday, June 24 at 2 p.m. Tickets will be available starting the first Monday in June. For more information, call Uta Kuhn – 642-9555.
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Irish Connection Movie night for April 9, 6:30 p.m. at the Rollins Theater Feature film: “In America” Directed by acclaimed Jim Sheridan (“My Left Foot,” “In The Name of The Father”) comes this delightful tale of a young Irish immigrant family that makes its way to New York City and struggles to make a life in the USA. Great acting and story. Nominated for three academy awards. All are welcome.
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Caloosa Greens Ladies’ Golf 2/23: Low Gross Low Net: A Flight: Low Gross Sandy Letendre 66; Low Net Mary Klopp 51. B Flight: Low Gross Joan Camelio 73; Low Net Gloria Nunn 52 Match of cards. C Flight: Low Gross Elfi Nolden 75; Low Net Joann Edwards 46. D Flight: Low Gross Grace Houston 83; Low Net Yvonne Rocheleau 53 3/1 and 8: President’s Cup two week tournament: 1ST PLACE WINNER JANE FISCHER 85; 2ND PLACE WINNER GRACE HOUSTON 99. A FLIGHT: 1st place Joan Houbner 100; 2nd place Mary Miller 103. B FLIGHT: 1st place Nancy Mast 97; 2nd place Janet Chick 102: C FLIGHT: 1st place Joanne Edwards 98; 2nd place Sue Irwin 101. D FLIGHT: 1st place Jo Smalley 104; 2nd place Yvonne Rocheleau 118. 3/15: Low Gross Low Net: A FLIGHT: Low Gross Joan Camelio 100; Low Net Gloria Nunn 53 Match of cards. B FLIGHT: Low Gross Jane Fischer 65; Low Net Janice James 48. C FLIGHT: Low Gross Pat Johnson 76; Low Net Joanne Edwards 52. D FLIGHT: Low Gross Betty Williams 84; Low Net Mary Merrill 53.
Hogans League of Sun City Center and Kings Point 2/17/2012: Riverside (par 70), h-Skins: 1st : Tom Gotschall, 4 skins; 2nd : Art Pollard, 3 skins. Low-net: Tom Gotschall, 60; Low-gross: Tom Gotschall, 82. 2/18/2012: SandPiper (Oaks-toLakes courses), h-Skins: Flight #1:1st : 2 skins Rex Gibbons & Paul Maki. Low-net: Paul Maki, 59; Low-gross: Paul Maki, 90. Flight #21 st : Bill Healy, 5 skins; 2nd : Charlie Brown, 3 skins. Low-net: Frank O’Brien, 69; Low-gross: Frank O’Brien, 84. 2/20/2012: Summerfield, a-Skins (awards for birds)1st : Joe DeFelice, 4 skins; 2nd : Ed Ristan, 2 skins. Lownet: Austin Lacy, 66; Low-gross: Ed Ristan, 87. Birds: Ed Ristan (#4, par 4). 2/21/2012: Imperial Lakewoods, a-Skins: 1st : Rich Lucidi, 4 skins; 2nd : tied at 2 skins each – Rex Gibbons & Tom Rosata. Low-net: Rich Lucidi, 66; Low-gross: Dan Stephens, 83. Birds: Dan Stephens (#9, par 5) 2/22/2012: SandPiper (Lakes to Palms courses), h-Skins: Flight #1: 1st : Mike Arghittu, 2 skins; 2nd : tied at 1 skin each – Charlie Brown, John Dykstra, Rex Gibbons, Charlie Strimpell & Jenice Taylor. Low-net: Mike Arghittu, 61; Low-gross: Ed
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Ristan, 83. Birds: Mike Arghittu (#2, par 4). Flight #2 1st : tied at 1 skin each – Steve Parks, Tom Kirchen, Bill Healey & Karl Erwin. Low-net: Bill Cundy, 66; Low-gross: tied at 85’s – Tom Kirchen & Bill Cundy. Birds: Steve Parks (#18, par 4) & Bill Cundy (#7, par 4). 2/23/2012: Buffalo Creek, a-Skins (awards for birdies): 1st : Syl Amos, 6 skins; 2nd :Tied at 2 skins each – Joe Danielson & Doc Lamiano. Low-net: John Schachte, 69; Low-gross: Syl Amos, 92. Birds: Syl Amos, 3 birds (#11, 14 & 18) 2/24/2012: Riverside, a-Skins: 1st : tied at 4 skins each – Mike McClintic & Trav Lansberry. Low-net: Rich Lucidi, 72; Low-gross: Rich Lucidi, 104. 2/25/2012: Freedom Fair ways (par63), h-Skins:1 st :Bill Cundy, 2 skins; 2nd : tied at 1 skin each – Charlie Brown, Joe Danielson, Don Koester & Bob Hull. Low-net: Bill Cundy, 51; Low-gross: Bill Cundy, 63 (par) – CONGRATULATIONS. Eagles: Bill Cundy (#12, par 4); Birds: Charlie Brown, Dan Stephens, Joe Danielson (2), Bill Cundy, Gary Marchman, Bob Hull, Rex Gibbons and guest Andy Gibbons. 2/27/2012: Apollo Beach, h-Skins: Flight #1: 1st : tied at 2 skins each – Rex Gibbons & Rich Lucidi. Low-net: Rich Lucidi; 65; Low-gross: tied at 86’s - Dan Stephens & Bill Anderson. Flight #2: 1st : Steve Parks, 2 skins; 2nd : tied at 1 skin each – Charlie Brown, Joe DeFelice & Butch Gadd. Lownet: Steve Parks, 62; Low-gross: Doc Lamiano, 85. 2/28/2012: Bloomingdale (par 72), individual match (net): 1st : Jenice Taylor, 72; 2nd : tied at 76’s – Jim Cox & Joe DeFelice. 2/29/2012: Diamond Hill, h-skins: 1st : Erwin Karl, 4 skins; 2nd : Trav Lansberry, 3 skins. Low-net & Lowgross: Hilde Karl (3 skins). 3/1/2012: Buffalo Creek, a-Skins (awards for skins & birds): 1st : Steve Parks, 3 skins; 2nd : Rube Jones, 2 skins. Low-net: Steve Parks, 67; Lowgross: Dan Stephens, 86. Birds: Dan Stephens (#16, par 3) & Rube Jones (#9, par 5). 3/3/2012: Freedom Fairways (par 63), h-Skins: 1st : Joe DeFelice, 2 skins; 2nd : tied at one skin each – Charlie Strimpell & Jon Blanchard. Low-net: Charlie Strimpell, 56; Lowgross: Gary Marchman, 74. Birds: Gary Marchman (#6, #9 & #14 – par 4’s), Charlie Strimpell (#12, par 4), Bob Hull (#11 par 3) & Jon Blanchard (#5, par 4). 3/5/2012: Summerfield, a-Skins: 1st : Kathy Pollard, 3 skins; 2nd : tied at 1 skin each – John Westinghouse, Don Mowry & Tom Kirchen. Lownet: Art Pollard, 65; Low-gross: Art Pollard, 86.
3/6/2012: Imperial Lakewoods, h-Skins: Flight #1: 1st : Rex Gibbons, 4 skins; 2nd : tied at 3 skins each – Joe DeFelice & Jenice Taylor. Low-net: Joe DeFelice, 65; Low-gross: Jenice Taylor, 91.Birds: Rex Gibbons, Steve Parks & Jenice Taylor. Flight #2: 1st : Dennis Neuhaus, 5 skins; 2nd : Rich Lucidi, 3 skins. Low-net: Dennis Neuhaus, 72; Low-gross: Dan Stephens, 89. Birds: Dennis Neuhaus (#4, par 4). 3/7/2012: Diamond Hill, individual match: 1st : Doug Banning, 86; 2nd : Dick Ihrke, net 72. 3/8/2012: Buffalo Creek, h-Skins: 1st : Joe DeFelice, 3 skins; 2nd : Jim Cox, 2 skins. Low-net: Jim Cox, 68; Lowgross: Jim Cox, 89. 3/9/2012: Riverside, h-Skins: 1st : Tom Rosata, 2 skins; 2nd : tied at 1 skin each – Joe DeFelice, Ron Doncouse, Trav Lansberry, Dick Hatch & Dave Britton. Low-net: Tom Rosata, 65; Low-gross: Dave Britton, 83. 3/10/2012: Freedom Fairways, par 63, h-Skins: 1st tied at 3 skins each – Charlie Strimpell & Don Koester. Low-net: Bob Hull, 54; Low-gross: Bob Hull, 70. Birds: Ray Dahlquist, Bob Hull, Charlie Strimpell (2) & guest Mike Rock. 3/12/2012: Apollo Beach, h-Skins: Flight #1: 1st : tied at 2 skins each – Paul Maki & Bill Cundy. Lownet: Bill Cundy, 68; Low-gross: Bill Cundy, 86. Birds: Claude Howell (guest) #11, par 4. Flight #2: 1st : Dick Ihrke, 3 skins; 2nd : Doc Lamiano, 2 skins. Low-net: Doc Lamiano, 70; Low-gross: Doc Lamiano, 89. Birds: Doc Lamiano (#17, par 3) & Mary Ihrke (#4, par 3). 3/13/2012: Bloomingdale, h-Skins: 1st : Travis Lansberry, 7 skins; 2nd : Jerry Stemas, 3 skins. Low-net: tied at 70’s – Travis Lansberry & Jerry Stemas; Low-gross: Jerry Stemas, 86. Birds: Rex Gibbons and 3 birds for Jerry Stemas. 3/14/2012: SandPiper (Palms & Oaks), h-Skins: Flight #1: 1st : tied at 2 skins each – Paul Maki & Steve Parks. Low-net: Steve Parks, 56. Lowgross: Steve Parks, 83: Flight #2: 1st : Charlie Brown, 4 skins; 2nd : John Dykstra, 3 skins. Low-net: Charlie Brown, 66; Low-gross: Ed Ristan, 82. Birds: Charlie Brown (#15, par 4). Flight #3: 1st : Ray Dahlquist, 6 skins; 2nd : tied at 3 skins each – Doc Lamiano & MaryPat Kirchen. Lownet: Doc Lamiano, 65; Low-gross: Dave Britton, 83. Birds: Jim Cox (#3, par 4) & Dave Britton (#4, par 5).
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Hogans League April Schedule Date 4/2 4/3 4/4 4/5 4/6 4/9 4/10 4/11 4/12 4/13 4/14 4/16 4/17 4/18 4/19 4/20 4/21 4/23 4/24 4/25 4/26 4/27 4/28 4/30
Day Course Mon Summerfield Tue Imperial Lakewoods Wed Diamond Hill Thu Buffalo Creek Fri Riverside Mon Apollo Beach Tue Bloomingdale Wed Sandpiper Thu Buffalo Creek Fri Riverside Sat Freedom Fairways Mon Summerfield Tue Imperial Lakewoods Wed Diamond Hill Thu Buffalo Creek Fri Riverside Sat Sandpiper Mon Apollo Beach Tue Bloomingdale Wed Sandpiper Thu Buffalo Creek Fri Riverside Sat Freedom Fairways Mon Summerfield
SCC WGA 18-Hole 1/5/2012 - GROSS/NET: FLIGHT 1: 1st Low Gross Kathy Lawrence, 80: 1st Low Net Judie Schafers, 69; 2nd Low Net Marcia Morris, 70. FLIGHT 2: 1ST Low Gross Connie Toussaint, 89; 1st Low Net Shirley Vilinsky, 65; 2nd Low Net Beverly Heil, 70. 1/12/2012 - Revert to PAR one hole each side: FLIGHT 1: 1ST Connie Toussaint, 64; 2nd Jeannie Shively, 64. FLIGHT 2: 1ST Jeanne Doherty, 61; 2nd Rosie Kintz, 66. 1/19/2012 –Pick Your Partner – Alternate Shots: FLIGHT 1: 1 st Jan Huber – Joanne Brennan, 64; 2nd Judie Schafers- Jeannie Shively, 68. FLIGHT 2: 1ST Nancy Birkett – Linda Majewski, 65; 2nd Ruth Kramer – Linda DesLondes, 69. 2/2/2012 - Better Half: FLIGHT A: 1st Kiyoko Ashendorf, 29; 2nd tie Joanne Brennan, Judie Schafers, Jeanie Shively, 30. FLIGHT B: 1st Barbara Gaines, 27; 2nd Insook Kim, 28. FLIGHT C: 1st Shirley Vilinsky, 25; 2nd Tie Holly Bartholomew, Jean Doherty, Rosie Kintz, Linda Suh, 29. 2/9/2012 –Step Aside Scramble Teams: 1ST Jeanne Doherty – Judie Schafers , 81; 2nd Kiyoko Ashendorf – Linda Suh- Shirley Vilinsky, 81. 2/23/2012–WGAMedal Championship: Overall Champion: Judie Schafers, 86. Flight B: Jeannie Shively, 87; Scoppettuolo, 89. Flight C: Beverly Heil, 94; Barbara Gaines, 98. FLIGHT D: Linda Suh, 96; Stacia Connors, 101. 3/1/2012–6 Clubs plus Putter Net Score: FLIGHT A Linda Scarbrough, 73; Judie Schafers & Connie Toussaint, 74. FLIGHT B: Cecilia Park, 73; Susan Wyckoff, 74. FLIGHT C: In-sook Kim, 73; Helen Joseph, 75. FLIGHT D: Jeanne Doherty, 72; Linda Suh, 73.
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Men 2/20: 3-2-1: 1st Place Flight 1 Gary Kerckaert, Bob Condon, Jim Lahti, Mac McClafferty. 1st Place Flight 2 Tom Kuhn, Hank Smythe, Chuck Thelen, Ron Windsor. 2/27-3/5: Men’s Club Championship: W h i t e Te e C h a m p i o n - Vi d Valiusaitis; Green Tee ChampionJim McClafferty. Flight 1 ChampionBo Dahlgren; 2nd Flight ChampionHarry Porter;3rd Flight ChampionHank Smythe; 4th Flight ChampionMike Sekol. 3/12: 1-2-3: 1st Place Flight 1 Vid Valiusaitis, Tom Laresca, Ron Windsor, Manny DeBono; 1st Place Flight 2 Paul Hunt, Bob Trombetta, Neal Spontak, Hank Smythe. 9 Hole Men 2/24 2 Best Balls: 1st Place- Vince Pirone, Jerry Skolnick, Bob Bryan, Bob Repetti. 3/2/12: Individual Points: Tie 1st Place- Hank Smythe, Ron Poublon, Ron Windsor. 3/9/12: 1 Best Ball on 4’s & 5’s 2 Best balls on 3’s: 1st Place- Ron Poublon, Dan Waldman, Walt Yielding. 18 Hole Ladies 2/10: Best 9, ½ Handicap: 1st Place Dorothy Turner. 2/17: Even Holes ½ Handicap: 1st Place Dorothy Turner. 2/24: Low Gross/Low Net: Low Gross Ruth Gaughf; Low Net- Alice Chura. 3/2: Individual Points: 1st Place Sue Watkins. 3/9: Best 9 ½ handicap: 1st Place Sue Watkins. 9 Hole Ladies 2/17: Points + Handicap: 1st Place Flight 1 Wally Mcintosh; 1st Place Flight 2 June Krueger; 1st Place Flight 3 Rita Fedock. 2/24: 2 Best balls: 1st Place- Jane Boccieri, Lorraine Fritzel, Terry Wynne. 3/2/12: Throw out worst hole Net: 1st Place 1st flight- Emma Gadd; 1st place 2bd flight- Rosalie Killian; 1st Place 3rd flight- Nancy Stevens, Mary McClafferty. 3/9/12: Dr. Doolittle: 1st Place 1st flight- Emma Gadd; 1st place 2nd flight- Rosalie Killian; 1 st Place 3 rd flight- Kathy Boccieri, Joyce Dagostino.
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2/20/12: Four-Player Scramble Gross/Net: Flight Winners: Gross Division: Pete Easter, Homer Hayley, Jay O’Connell, Bob Reith; Mike Krodel, Pat Ladzinski, Tom Brennan, Ken Myers; Phil Insinga, Ron Rosen, Elmer Daub, Woody Crowell; Jerry Gibson, Karen Gibson, Gene & Ilene Hemingway; Jim Johnson, Rick Johnson, Ed Kensy, Robert Doto; Herman Weston, Bill Folley, Bill Kilmain, Chuck Roth; Jin Yoo, Sue Yoo, Sam Harmon, MaryAnn Harmon; Clint Williams, Dave Bartku, Jan Bartku, Connie Murray. Net Division: Mike Bauer, Orin Bache, Bill LeBeau, Vern Elarth; Greg Herr, Norb Miller, Robert Lowell, Ken Friesz; Gene & Jeanie Shively, Gene & Lois Scoppettuolo; Kyle Rollins, Jerry Harter, Bob Stephens, Lyle Watson; Erv Baker, Julie Baker, Bob Crotty, Bev Crotty; Bob Noelte, John Richards, Ron Iannazzi, Manny Darani; Patty Ducharme, Emily Rohner, Faye McKeown, Priscilla Haney; Betty Rollins, Nadi Bennett, Kathy O’Connell, Mary Sacchetti. 2-26 and 2-27, 2012 36-Hole Ind iv i du a l St roke Pl ay C lub Championship: Ladies Division: Gross – Kitty Matzkin; Men’s Division: Gross – Dave Liehr. Ladies Divison Net Flight winners: Kiyoko Ashendorf, Kathy Norton, Nancy Birkett, Stacia Connors, Betty Anne Bauman. Men’s Division Net Flight winners: Joe Vancura, Sam Thompson, Don Faron, Lenny Plaszkiewicz, Gene Scoppettuolo, Bob Anderson, Chuck Kovacik, John Richards.
Ladies’ Flight Winners (L to R): Betty Ann Bauman, Nancy Birkett, Kiyoko Ashendorf, Kitty Matzkin, Kathy Norton, Stacia Connors
Men’s Flight Winners (L to R): Chuck Kovacik, Don Faron, Lenny Plaszkiewicz, Gene Scoppettuolo, Bob Anderson, John Richards, Sam Thompson, Joe Vancura Men’s League 3/5/12: 3 Clubs and a Putter: Larry Kintz. 3/12/12: Red White and Blue: Flight 1 1st Place Clint Williams. Flight 2 1st Place Tony Olivera.
Ladies League 2-21-12 Individual Gross/Net: Flight 1 1st Place Gross Louise Caulfield; 1st Place Net Diane Doto. Flight 2 1st Place Gross Bev Heil; 1st Place Net Nadi Bennett. Flight 3 1st Place Gross Priscilla Haney; T1st Place Net Betty Mcloone, Elaine Davis. Flight 4 1st Place Gross Nancy Herriges; 1st Place Net Erma Faron. 3-6-12 2 Player Net Scramble: Flight 1 1st Place Suzie White, Betty Rollins. Flight 2 1st Place Betty Anne Bauman, Priscilla Haney. Friday Couples 2-24-12: 2 Net Best Balls of 4: 1st Place Chuck and Sue Kovacik, Doug and Carol Moss. 3-2-12 : 2 Player Net Scramble: Flight 1 Ken Friesz, Connie Murray. Flight 2 Jerry and Betty Brynn. Flight 3 Larry and Rosie Kintz. Flight 4 Chuck and Sue Kovacik.
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Men 2/13/15/17: Member-Member 1 Net of 2, Modified Alternate Shot, Scramble: 1st Place Flight 1 Wayne Andreucci/Roy Caudill. 1 st Place Flight 2 Ray Parsons/Jerry Bolt. 1st Place Flight 3 Bill Yost/Frank Paris. 1 st Place Flight 4 Don Freed/Jeff Clark. 1st Place Flight 5 Bill Barker/ Jerry Roberge. 1 st Place Flight 6 Roger Potratz/Bob Belanger/ 1 st Place Flight 7 Harry Devoti/Jim Blanchard. 1st Place Flight 8 Clark McDow/John Sargent. 1st Place Flight 9 Joel Marquis/Jerry Buteau. 2/20: 3-2-1: 1st Place Flight 1 Bob McKown/Fletcher Wason/Mike Porta/Frank Neuwirth. 1 st Place Flight 2 Bob Vellante/Harry Devoti/ Paul Kuzman/Bob Longabardi. 2/27: Low Gross/Low Net:1st Place Gross Flight 1 Dick Jackson. 1st Place Net Flight 1 Ray Parisen. 1st Place Gross Flight 2 Bill Horobec, 1st Place Net Flight 2 Hal Schuchman. 1st Place Gross Flight 3 Nick Spagnuolo. 1st Place Net Flight 3 68Bob Sanicola. 1st Place Gross Flight 4 Frank Neuwirth. 1st Place Net Flight 4 John Lyons. 1st Place Gross Flight 5 Ron Frazier. 1st Place Net Flight 5 Jim Morris. 1st Place Gross Flight 6 Bob Murman. 1st Place Net Flight 6 Ian Gordon. 3/5: A-B-C-D Scramble:1 st Place Gary Hookstra/Monroe Hatch/ Frank Neuwirth/Doug Tanzer. 3/12: Team Quota Points: 1st Place Gary Hookstra/Jim Blanchard/Greg Franczyk/Ron Kingston. Ladies 2/21: Caloosa at Scepter Interclub (18 Hole Ladies), 2 Best Balls of 4: 1st Place Kathie Nicolay/Linda Bailey/ Karen Tomle/Dee Hanes. 2/28: Shamble (18 Hole Ladies): 1 st Place Dolores Stieper/Betty Thurston/Carol Salowitz/Alice DeSchryver 2/28: Low Net (9 Hole Ladies): 1st Place Flight 1 Sue Buck. 1st Place Flight 2 Nancy Wason. 3/6: Individual Quota (18 Hole Ladies): 1st Place Flight 1 Dolores Stieper, 1 st Place Flight 2 Dottie Girardi. 1st Place Flight 3 Linda Suh. 1st Place Flight 4 Shirley Vilinsky. 1st Place Flight 5 Jan Thumberg. 3/6: Low Net (9 Hole Ladies): 1 st
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Place Flight 1 Fran Oliver. 1st Place Flight 2 Darlene Gray. Match Play Finals (18 Hole Ladies): Flight 1 Judie Schafers def. Carolyn Avrett. Flight 2 Linda Belanger def. Betty Lou Rosborough. Flight 3 Kathy McNamara def. Isabelle Salisbury. Flight 4 Linda Suh def. Ann Williams. Flight 5 Alice DeSchryver def. Jan Thumberg. Consolation Flight Match Play Finals (18 Hole Ladies): Flight 1 Judy Fenwick def. Lata Raby. Flight 2 Linda Bailey def. Pam LeCren. Flight 3 Jane Magalski def. Helen Adams. Flight 4 Barbara Beck def. Jackie McDow. Flight 5 Donna Johns def. Barbara Monheit. 3/8/9:Scepter Renaissance, 2 Person 2 Day Event:1 Net of 2 at Renaissance and Shamble at Scepter. 1 st Place Flight1 Dick Jackson/Bill Salowitze. 1 st Place Flight 2 Gary Morris/ John Fraas. 1st Place Flight 3 John Mengelson/Lata Raby. 1st Place Flight 4 Lew Matzkin/Kitty Matzkin. 1st Place Flight 5 Ray Sparks/Chris Sparks. 1st Place Flight 6 Jim Blanchard/John Brannock. 1 st Place Flight 7 Jan Huber/Joanne Brennan. 1 st Place Flight 8 John Durm/Deloris Durm. 1st Place Flight 9 Joe Zeligman/Bob Majewski. 1st Place Flight 10 Kathy Norton/Kathy Leesman. 1st Place Flight 11 Bob Lentz/Linda Lentz. 1st Place Flight 12 Jan Thumberg/Anne Shannon.
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Men 2/16: Four Man 2,3,4: 1st Place Zack Taylor, Charles Schindler, Walter Wight, Bud Tolley. 2/23: Three Man Shamble: 1st Place Tom Edge, Ed Dowdy, John Haeger, Harold Geldbach. 3/1: Four Man Mixed Two Best Balls Net: 1st Place John Mader, Charles Schindler, Ken Defreeuw, Rocky Pucci. 3/8: Four Man Best Three Balls Net: 1st Place David Ransbury, John Mader, Pat Deo, Tony Torre Ladies 2/21: Throw out one hole front and back: 1st Place Flight #1 Mimi Marks. 1st Place Flight #2 Jean Mooney. 2/28: Team Shamble: 1st Place Cecile Young, Nancy Saunders, Lillian Ruark, Jeanne Doherty. 3/6& 3/13: Club Championship: Low Gross Annetta Pucci; Low Net Flight #1 Mary Ann Cosgrove. Low Net Flight #2 Phyllis Wright. Low Net Flight #3 Phyllis Lee.
Hole-in-One
Walt Pomorski scored a hole-in-one on March 15 at Sandpiper at hole #5 on the Lakes course. He used a 5-wood on the 120-yard hole. The feat was witnessed by his playing partners Jack Dorsey and Dave Johnson.
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Caloosa CC Women’s Golf
2/29/2012: Low net: Flt 1: 1st: Joan Macholl, 67; 2nd: Jan Harding, 69. Flt 2: 1st: Sally Heffernan, 65; 2nd: Joan Caloosa CC Women’s 9-hole Golf Giunta, 68. Flt 3: 1st: Jodie Allison, 65; 2nd tie: Janice Davis and Alice Friedlein, 70; Flt 4: 1st: Dale Marie Nolta, 66; 2nd tie: Helen Claghorn, Nancy Cleary, Helen Offenbach and Timi Pratt, 68. Flt 5: 1st Lorraine Hofer, 61; 2nd: Sue Daveler, 64. 3/7/2012: Low Gross/ L ow Net golf tournament: Flight 1: Pearl Ashe tie 1st low gross score 88, Ann Bowers 88, Joan Macholl 88; Jan Harding tie 1st low net 72 Sally Heffernan 72. Flight 2: Karen Buono tie 1st low gross 94, Vicki Franks 94, Sandy Nodruff 94; Shirley Coniglio 1st low net 70; Sandy Baldwin 2nd low net 71. Flight 3: Alice Friedlein tie 1st low gross 103 Karla Pia 103,Phyllis Taylor 103; 2012 Board of Directors for the 9-Hole Women’s Golf Association of Caloosa Bobbie Carroll 1st low net 74. Flight Golf and Country Club. (L to R): Catherine Verchot (Hospitality Co-Chair); 4: Judy Taylor 1st low gross 105; Timi Carol Quam (Treasurer); Margo Stonefield (President); DobyTaney (Sunshine Pratt tie 1st low net 70, Alberta Sousa & Telephone); Doris DeArment (Publicity); Shirley Brubaker (Membership); 70. Flight 5: Laura Horwath 1st low Shelley Welper (Secretary); Jean Fortier (Vice-President); Vorin Johnston (Hospitality).
Caloosa CC Men’s Golf Bill Devine men’s group 2/16/2012: 10n5 2on4 3on3: White Division: First Place: -13 John McDougall, John Degenais, Woody Nelson; Second Place: Tie -12 Jim Dunchuck, Dale Pitts, Jim Duffy; Jim Bodner, Don Davis, Tom Montgomery, Walt Taney. Gold Division: First Place: -32 Mike Zwissler, Al Duncanson, Ed Daveler, Richard Ventrone; Second Place: -29 George Lang, Gene Johnson, Jim Brubaker, Carl Greeno. 2/21/12: Game 1 on 3, 2 on 4, 3 on 5: 1st tie -30 Ron Kemmeling, John Burns, Bill Neuenswander, Carl Greeno; Russ Stutz, Tom Montgomery, Russ Rowe, Tom Smith. 2/ 23/2012: Gold Division: First Place: +29 Noel Kohn, Al Duncanson, Tom Smith, Bob Cleary; Second Place/ Third Place: +20 Bob Dufresne, Jack Last, Paul Flora, Bob Brown; Bill Stonefield, Don Tarantino, Bill Neuenswander, Jack Morton. White Division: First Place: +10 Earnest Phelps, Dick McGoldrick, Woody Nelson, Chuck Reeve; Second Place: +4 Jim Bodner, Noel Evans, Russell Rowe, John Burns. 2/28/2012: 1st John Franks, Norman Weinlein, Jim Brubaker, Jack Morton; 2nd Jim Bodner, Russ Rowe, Don Tarantino, Chuck Reeve. 3/1/2012: 2BB par=144: White Division: First Place: 118/-26 John McDougall, Clayton Webb, Dick McGoldrick, Russell Rowe; Second Place: 120/-24 Earnest Phelps, Noel Evans, Jose M. Rodriguez, Walt Taney. Gold Division: First Place: 113/-31 Bill Stonefield, Jack Last, Roy Long, Bill Neuenswander; Second Place: 115/-29 Bob Dufresne, Max Jessup, Chet Kendall, Jack Morton. 3/6/2012: 1st 68 L. Chambers, D. Mc Goldrick, R. Rowe; 2nd 69 D. Davis, J. Duffy, J. Morton. 3/13/2012: Game 2 Best Balls: 1st -28 John Burns, Jack Last, Joe Milardo, Noel Kohn; 2nd -26 Don Davis, George Lang, Wally De Arment, Carl Greeno.
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gross 106; Betty Parsley 1st low net 68; Jackie Wrigley 2nd low net 69. 3/14/2012: Team Low Gross/Low Net: Flight 1: 1st Low Gross: Cheryl Karpinski & Michelle Marquis – 76; 1st Low Net: Beverly Valentine & Kathy Ward – 61; Tie - 2nd Low Net 62: Carmen Fields & Carolyn Callahan, Sally Heffernan & Yvonne Hale. Flight 2: 1st Low Gross: Aileen Engel & Jan Huber – 78; Tie 1st Low Net t5ie 61: Jan Hobbs & Karen Banister; Jan Harding & Ilene Hemingway; Rose Huggard & Ann Lesser. Flight 3: 1st Low Gross: Shirley Coniglio & Betty Callaghan – 85; 1st Low Net: Sue Daveler & Jane Daveler – 55; Tie - 2nd Low Net: 60 Dee Hanes & Betty Lou Rosborough; Sandy Nodruff & Darlene Keys; Ruth Ann Phelan & Sue Wyckoff. Flight 4: 1st Low Gross: Phyllis Morgan & Judy Gilman – 90; 1st Low Net: Helen Claghorn & Phyllis Lee – 61; 2nd Low Net: Sue Habblett & Shelley Welper – 62.
Caloosa CC Mixed Golf “Flat Frog” 18-hole scramble golf tournament. Stephen St.Pierre and his committee chaired the very successful fundraising event . 2/29/2012: “Flat Frog”18 hole scramble: Flt 1: 1st Place Bob Skrovonsky, Tom Butler, Mike Solito, Mike Almaguer; 2nd Place Dick, Nick, Rick Lanese, Fred Kunkle. Flt 2: 1st place Dottie/ Jack Morgan, Peter Morgan, Joe McLean; 2nd place Les Beth Clarke,Wayne / Latria Shaw. Flt 3: 1st place Larry / Sandy Gaither,Zane / Jana Roberts; 2nd place John / Sandy Dagenais, Bob / Germaine Dufresne.
Caloosa CC Women’s Golf 3/14/2012: Low Gross-Low Net women’s 18-hole league MemberGuest golf tournament. 46 teams competed in the annual event. Awards were presented after the luncheon. 1 st Flight-Low-Gross 1st place 76 Cheryl Karpinski/ Michelle Marquis. Low-Net 1st place 61 Beverly Valentine/Kathy Ward. Barbara Struble, president of Caloosa Golf and Country Club Board of Directors, chaired the event.
Caloosa Golf and Country Club women’s 18-hole League Member-Guest team golf tournament March 15, 2012. Flight 2: seated 1st low-gross 78 Aileen Engel/Jan Huber. Standing: 1st low-net tie 61: Jan Hobbs/Karen Banister, Rose Huggard/Ann Lesser and Jan Harding/Ilene Hemingway.
Jazzmatazz Dancers Win Outstanding Performance Award
Is your Membership Directory accurate for your listing? Do you notice names of former residents still being listed? If so, please contact Judy Hill at the CA office (633-3500) so that corrections can be printed in the next edition of The NEWS.
The Jazzmatazz Dancers are celebrating their selection for the annual Jane Cheever’s Outstanding Performance Award given for their spirited dance to “Celebration” at the 50th Birthday Bash Follies at Community Hall and Borini Theatre. Pictured left to right are: Kris Collett, Kathy Thomas, Lee Benford, Kathy Hatfield, Janet Cardulla, Ann McKenzie, Julie Moran and Margo Gunther. Diane LeFrancois is their instructor and choreographer.
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Lawn Bowling Results Ladies Singles Championship
Men’s Singles Championship
Overall Championship
The final of the Sun City Center Lawn Bowling Singles Championship was played on Friday, March16, between Phil Lascola and Joe Mignogna. The many spectators were treated to some skillful Lawn Bowling and the outcome was a win for Joe Mignogna.
Joe and Annette Annette Dispenziere The new Sun City Center Ladies Singles Champion is Annette Dispenziere. Her opponent was Cassie Krowl, who had won the Suncoasters Ladies Championship the previous month. It was a very close and exciting match played before engrossed spectators on Friday, February 16. The ascendance fluctuated from end to end and the final result was in doubt until the very end. Congratulations to Annette, the new Sun City Center Ladies Singles Champion.
With the winter lawn Bowling season drawing to a close, and many snowbird members planning to return to their summer homes soon, the final tournament to decide who would be the 2012 Sun City Center Club Champion was staged on Saturday, March 17. This match was between Ladies Champion Annette Dispenziere and Men’s Champion Joe Mignogna. The game was played in front of partisan spectators, the ladies encouraging the ladies champ, and the men supporting the men’s champ.(All very light hearted and great humor.) It was an exciting skillful match and the eventual winner and Club Champion was Joe Mignogna.
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Driver Safety Classes Offered by AARP
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By Uta Kuhn How would you like to sharpen your driving skills and in the process get a discount on your automobile insurance for the next three years? Sounds like a great idea, right? Well, here is the way you can do this: AARP offers “Driver Safety Classes” in Sun City Center twice every month, year round. These classes will help you to learn to adapt to all of the changes which take place as you age. The course will teach you the most important steps you can take to be a safer driver and make you aware of the newest Florida driver’s laws. Classes run from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. which includes time to stretch and a lunch break. The course is a combination of reading, discussion, movies and lectures. At the end of the course there are self assessments, but Standing : (L to R) Treasurer Marilyn Hall, Social Director Donna Ward, no tests to pass or fail! Secretary Sue Davilier, Social Director Kathy Jones, Sunshine Director Ann If you are a member of AARP the cost for the course is $12, nonMcGervy. Front Row Seated: President Kathy Sagar, Vice President Judy Vallely. Photo By Pat Jones
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members pay $14. In order to participate you need to bring a valid driver’s license, your AARP membership card, and a check payable to “AARP.” Encore Bank is the local sponsor for these courses. In order to make a reservation for a particular class, you need to call 634-8001. Classes are held either in the Sandpiper Room of the Central Campus of Sun City Center, or in the South Social Room at the Clubhouse in Kings Point. Depending on your schedule, you can attend either location, but you must have a reservation. For more information, please call Lou or Mary Jane Tovey at 634-7399. Two upcoming classes are listed below: 1.) Saturday, April 14 in Kings Point 2.) Monday, April 23 in Sun City Center.
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The Brandon Poets and Artists Guild invites all poets to join us the second Friday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at Barnes & Noble, Rte 60 (Brandon Blvd.), one block east of I-75 at 122 Brandon Town Center on the right. Poets read their verses to a non-critical and receptive group, in a cozy, safe environment. Poets range from “tweens to nonagenarians” and everyone is welcome, including those who just come to listen or aspiring poets who want to learn. Poets come from Sun City Center, Riverview and Apollo Beach, as well as locations in Tampa and Brandon. Call Sue Morris at 813-689-1085 for more information or just come.
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Golf Cart Safety
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Before we begin this month, I want to state, for the record, that what I’m about to share is intended for general knowledge. While there has not been what you might call “an outbreak” of the following issue, there have been enough incidents for me to want to call attention to both the problem and a simple way to help keep it from happening to you. The issue I am discussing is golf cart theft and the related crime of golf cart batteries and chargers being stolen from unattended carts. Again, while there is no battery-
related crime wave happening, there were at least 3 incidents in a recent month. Remember, as times get harder, crimes of opportunity will be on the rise. A crime of opportunity is one that is not necessarily planned, but one in which the bad guy sees a potential opportunity and takes it. For example, car keys left in an unlocked, running vehicle or a back door left open with no one at home. This specific crime of opportunity is happening because some residents are leaving their golf carts unattended. Even if you are “just running in for a minute” be sure to take your keys with you. Also, if you are at home, even if you only plan to be inside for a few minutes, put your cart in a garage, if possible. You may be delayed for a few moments and it only takes seconds for an opportunistic bad guy to take your cart and ruin your day. Also, concerning the batteries and chargers. Always be certain to lock up all of your battery chargers
when you are not using them. As for your batteries, be sure to install battery brackets so that it makes it more difficult for anyone to quickly remove the battery. This might be a slight inconvenience for you, but it will likely send a potential thief down the road empty handed. Above all else, be aware. This includes being sure to keep your valuables, keys and accessories on your person or safely stowed away when you are not in your cart as well as not leaving any potential valuables visible while you are out and about. Let me close this month by saying, again, we all know what safe and wonderful communities Kings Point and Sun City Center are. It only takes a simple bit of preventative effort and careful vigilance to help keep it that way. So, lock up your carts and your chargers and be sure to protect your batteries. And, most of all, enjoy all of your days in this great community. Happy April. Be safe out there.
Theft in Sandpiper Room in the Atrium VFW Post 1288 had an American flag and a commemorative plaque stolen from its storage closet in the Sandpiper room. The flag was flown over Iraq and was given to Post 1288 by Chief Petty Officer Karen Leonard after her return from duty in Qatar. The Post hopes that it will be replaced...no questions asked.
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MOVIES at the Rollins Theater One showing only @ 1 p.m. The Monday Movie will normally show two movies each month in the Rollins Theater at 1 p.m. Dates and times may change as required. Seating is limited to 200 per showing and is reserved for current SCCCA members who present an up-to-date membership card/badge. Please come early as seating is LIMITED. NOTE The Monday Movies will, in addition to the 2nd and 4th Mondays, show a movie on April 30.
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“The Rum Diary”
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Rated: R
When Paul Kemp (Johnny Depp) goes to Puerto Rico to write for a local newspaper, he soaks in rum and becomes obsessed with the fiancée of a shady businessman. Asked to write favorably about the man’s latest scheme, Paul can comply for money or take him down. Actors: Johnny Depp, Aaron Eckhart, Michael Rispoli .
(L to R): Joanne Sudman ,Team Hope member of 2012 Relay for Life; Pat Pelton, vice president of the Interfaith Council and Jay Sparkman, IFC president. Joanne Sudman spoke at a recent IFC meeting held at Congregation Beth Israel, informing members present about the 2012 Relay for Life event in Sun City Center scheduled for April 10 at Trinity Baptist Church, 702 West Del Webb Blvd. She explained the how this event not only honors cancer survivors but also remembers people we have lost. She also explained how it raises funds for awareness to help save lives. A $500 donation was presented to Sudman for the Relay for Life event. (Information about this event can be found at www.relayforlife.org) Thanks to the hardworking volunteers of the Nearly New Shop
in Sun City Center, proceeds from the sale of donated items are given back to the Southern Hillsborough community in the form of grants April 23 and scholarships. Located at 1515 Sun City Center Plaza, the retail store is open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. – noon. Donations are accepted anytime the shop is open or they can be left in the drop box. Arrangements can be made to pick up larger items by calling (813) 642-9099. For additional information about the Interfaith Council, please visit its website at www. interfaithcouncilofsuncitycenter. com.
“J. Edgar”
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As the face of law enforcement in America for almost fifty years, J. Edgar Hoover was feared and admired, reviled and revered. But behind closed doors, he held secrets that would have destroyed his image, his career and his life. Directed by Clint Eastwood. Actors: Leonardo DiCaprio, Naomi Watts, Armie Hammer.
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“Wyatt Earp’s Revenge”
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Based on the true story of the legendary lawman, Wyatt Earp recounts how he brought together the Best of the West to avenge the vicious murder of his beloved Dora. Joined by the famed Bat Masterson, Charlie Bassett, Bill Tilghman and Doc Holliday, Earp rides after the Kenedy brothers, who are on a murder spree that spans from Dodge City to Mexico. Protected by their powerful father, the ruthless brothers know that the law won’t touch them—but they gravely underestimated Earp and his posse. Actors: Val Kilmer, Trace Adkins, Shawn Roberts, Matt Dallas.
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ALASKA 16 DAYS ..................... from $2299 FREE AIR! Seattle; cruise Inside Passage to Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway, Anchorage; visit Denali National Park, Fairbanks and more!and London.
AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 18 DAYS ..................... from $4398
FREE AIR! ESCORTED Sydney, Melbourne, Cairns & and more! All domestic flights. MOST MEALS!
HUB & SPOKE TOURS 15 DAYS .......................... from $1949 FREE AIR! MOST MEALS INCLUDED! Choice of Ireland, Springtime in the Alps, Alpine Oktoberfest, Switzerland, Italy!
10 FLORIDA OFFICES: Ft Myers • Lakeland • Largo • Naples Ocala • Port Charlotte • Sarasota Sun City Center • Venice • The Villages
ALBUQUERQUE BALLOON FEST 8 DAYS ................... from $999
FREE AIR! Includes Balloon Fiesta, Grand Canyon and Las Vegas! A breathtaking scene!
PANAMA CANAL AND SOUTHERN CARIBBEAN 11 DAYS ........... from $549 FREE BUS! Bonaire, Aruba, Cartagena, Cristobal, Falmouth, San Juan, Antigua & more!
from$1759
tour featuring MOST MEALS! Cruise Italy, Spain, St. Johns, Tortola, Dominican Republic, Grand Turks & Miami.
GREAT GETAWAYS
TRY ONE OF OUR SIGNATURE CLASSIC GETAWAYS TO SOME OF OUR NATIONS BEST LANDMARKS AND ATTRACTIONS. MEET FRIENDS ALONG THE WAY OR COME IN A GROUP. THESE VACATIONS ARE GUARANTEED TO LEAVE YOU WITH LASTING MEMORIES OF YOUR LEGENDARY JOURNEY!
NATL. PARKS & CASINOS 10 DAYS from $899 ......................
ITALY TUSCAN TRANSATLANTIC 19 DAYS ............ from $1599
FREE AIR! Includes Las Vegas, Death Valley & Yosemite National Parks, Reno, Lake Tahoe
FREE AIR! Deluxe celebrity ship. Rome PRE-TOUR. SAIL Rome to Florida, Florence, Genoa, Provence, Tenerife.
WEST COAST CRUISE 10 DAYS ............ from $1099
BEST OF SWITZERLAND 15 DAYS ............ from $2399
FREE AIR & FREE BUS! California Coast Tour! Cruise San Francisco, Portland, Vancouver & Seattle.
FREE AIR! ESCORTED TWO weeks ONE hotel with Breakfast & Dinner DAILY plus Sightseeing.
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