The News of August 2011 - ISSUE #37
...an official publication of the Community Association
Check out the CA website: suncitycenter.org
August 19 Ice Cream Social Community Hall See July events on page 6.
August Dates to Put on Your Calendar
CA Board Meeting
10th
9 a.m. Rollins Theater Watch videos of the Board meetings on your computer. Go to suncitycenter.org, click on Association, then on Meeting Videos.
By Phyllis Hodges SCC Community Association and Kings Point Ass o ciat ion members, mark your calendar for Friday, August 19, to come to the SCC Community Hall on S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Any time between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m., you can enjoy a FREE ice cream with toppings and the toe-tapping entertainment of the Front Porch Pickers. Bring your association identification cards. It should be a pleasant afternoon of camaraderie, thanks to the generosity of everyone who has contributed to the 50th Anniversary fund or supported the fundraising activities.
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Front Porch Pickers will play at the August 19 ice cream social to be held at Community Hall on South Pebble Beach Blvd. Theresa Phillips, who is sharing the duties of chairman with Janet Ditmore, said the location is a change from that shown on page 27 of the 50th Anniversary book. Originally planned for the bandstand lawn, it was changed to Community Hall to
Genealogy Research Reunites Irish Family
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On the Inside CA Schedule................. 3 CARE......................... 18 Club Happenings...... 10+ Consumer Affairs.......... 5 Crossword.................. 13 CryptoQuote............... 15 Entertainment Corner... 3 Expand Horizons.......... 8 Golf............................. 20 Military Affairs............. 16 Movies........................ 23 Newcomers.................. 2 Plants Happen.............. 7 President’s Report........ 3 Sports.................... 19-21 Sudoku......................... 9 We Want to Know......... 5
PHOTO PROVIDED BY THE FRONT PORCH PICKERS
Enjoy a Cool Treat at Ice Cream Social
Fourth cousins Cathy Lauro (r) and Joan Partington greet each other at Lauro’s home after connecting this spring through genealogical research. The two family branches had split in the mid-1800s when their Irish ancestors left Ireland for the U.S. and England. By Phyllis Hodges June 29, 2011, was a special day for fourth cousins Cathy Lauro, a Sun City Center resident since 2005, and Joan Partington who was visiting Florida from England. They are descendants of Irish siblings Stephen and Frances Memory, who had gone their separate ways in the mid-1800s. To their knowledge, the two branches of the Memory family had had no contact after their great-greatgrandparents left County Mayo, Ireland. Stephen, Lauro’s great-greatgrandfather, moved to America (New Orleans where Lauro was born and raised). Partington’s great-greatgrandmother, Frances, moved to Manchester, England.
Lauro described the face-toface meeting after months of emails as “an emotional day for sure.” They met at Lauro’s home where they shared more stories and photos over praline scones that Lauro baked to represent both the United Kingdom and New Orleans, Genealogical research brought the two together. “I visited Ireland several years ago to see where the Memory family had started out,” said Lauro. At that time, she was a novice at genealogy but did make some progress by talking to people and visiting cemeteries. She and her husband Mike have also visited England but, unfortunately, that trip was before she learned of long-lost relatives there. Partington’s experience with genealogy research is extensive. She and her husband Bill have visited the U.S. every year since 1981. When in Utah, she searched the Mormon’s records. “You have to be a detective and have lots of patience,” she said. She was thrilled to visit her cousin in Sun City Center and was happy that she and Lauro found each other this spring before this year’s trip. The families plan to get together again soon. They also want to introduce other members of their families to each other. Oddly, Partington has never been to Ireland but now plans to go to do more searching. The two families plan to visit again soon. They want to locate and reunite other descendants of the Memory family.
avoid the summer heat and to accommodate guests comfortably at tables indoors. Phillips said that the summer heat, as well as the overwhelming support of the July 4 breakfast, prompted the move to the Hall. “Since this is the first event of this kind, we have no idea what to expect,” she said, “but we’re planning for up to 600.”
Planning Ahead for 50th Anniversary Events September 11
Patriots Club Third Annual 9/11 Observance 10 a.m. at Community Hall Oldies but Goodies dance with 50-cent root beer floats 7 to 10 p.m. at Community Hall
September 16, 17, 19, 20
Daughters of the American Revolution Events—see page 32 of your 50th Anniversary Book
October 7
SCC Woman’s Club Ceremony and Ice Cream to Celebrate the club’s 50th anniversary and founding of SCC Library 1 to 3 p.m.in the Florida Room
October 11
Vintage Car Show 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Bandstand Lawn
October 15
Trash or Treasure 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Community Hall
October 18
Oktoberfest 4:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Community Hall
October 21
Wedding Vow Renewals Bandstand (time not set)
October 30
Golf Tournament Caloosa Golf Course
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The News of Sun City Center
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August 2011
(Lto R) Sun City Center athletes Wayne Flora, Pat Curtis, Nancy Williams and Shan Hise at the National Senior Games in Houston with the News of Sun City Center. The National Senior Games began in St. Louis with 2,500 athletes and in 2011 at Houston, there were 10,100 athletes from across the nation competing in over 50 different sports events from track & field, cycling, swimming, triathlon to bowling. Among the 478 athletes from the State of Florida, four came from Sun City Center. Shan Hise and Wayne Flora played on a 70+ men’s volleyball team from Maryland. Their team took the gold medal winning 9-0 in matches and 18-1 in games. Pat Curtis played on a 65-69 women’s volleyball team from Louisiana and took the Silver Medal. Nancy Williams competed for Florida in 65-69 women’s singles tennis and won the 6th place ribbon in a pool of 28 women. Houston, the nation’s fourth largest city, was a terrific host for these games that are the largest multi-sport event in the world for people over the age of 50. Former President George H.W. Bush and former First Lady Barbara Bush were Honorary Co-Chairs and appeared at the Celebration of Athletes in the Toyota Center. To qualify for the National Senior Games, played every two years, athletes must qualify locally and then in their State games. In the past, Sun City Center has sent athletes in sports venues such as swimming, pickleball, table tennis and golf.
PHOTO PROVIDED BY JOHN BOWKER
PHOTO PROVIDED BY NANCY WILLIAMS
Houston
Linda and John Bowker recently visited Waikiki Beach in Honolulu, Hawaii wearing their 50th Anniversary Sun City Center tee shirts. Notice that Diamond Head can be seen over John’s shoulder!
Instructors Wanted
The Community Church College (CCC) is looking for new instructors for the Fall 2011 and Spring 2012 semesters. Instructors receive compensation and have office staff support for copying small-volume handouts. If you are interested, please call Sally Erath, Academic Dean, at home at 634-8460 and propose your idea. No prior teaching experience is required!
June 2011
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August 2011
The News of Sun City Center
President’s Report
ENTERTAINMENT CORNER
By Ed Barnes
Long Range Facilities Plan Your Board of Directors is diligently working on a long range facilities plan for the Community Association. We have a preliminary plan that has more questions than answers but will serve as the baseline as the Board completes this plan through the summer. The plan is very preliminary at the present but when completed will set the future of Sun City Center for the next 8 – 10 years. Our intent is to hold Town Hall meetings in September and October to explain in detail this plan, as well as some options on how we can go about executing this plan. It is my intention that the membership will vote on this plan in the December elections. You will hear more about this subject through the summer and fall. 50th Anniversary The 50th Anniversary celebration is off to a great start thanks to Ann Marie Leblanc and her committee. Two of the major events - the May parade and July 4 fireworks – were grand affairs. Ann Marie and her committee are doing a great job with all of these events. A very special thanks to the Security Patrol, CERT and Hillsborough Sheriff ’s Office for their assistance with crowd control and parking during the July 4th Fireworks. I have heard many people indicate that they would like to have a July 4th fireworks display again next year. I support this but everyone needs to understand we would need to pay for that event from donations. So the questions are: would you like to have another fireworks display and are you willing to donate to such an effort? 2012 Budget & Membership Dues We are starting the budget process for next year and will be presenting the budget and associated dues to the membership in the fall. Despite all of the bad economic news you hear concerning low interest rates, high unemployment and low real estate values, prices of things are going up. I am sure you have noticed that the price of a gallon of gas is substantially higher than it was last year and the price of utilities is
DO YOU ENJOY THE MONDAY MOVIES? The Community Association is looking for Volunteers to be in charge of the Monday afternoon movies. Duties include selecting the movies, publicity, collecting donations, etc. If interested, please contact Carol Donner at 633-3500.
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We have some new and exciting entertainment venues for you. Please note that some of these shows will be performed at the Rollins Theater, where seating is limited to 200. All shows have reserved seats and are open to the public. Please call me at 813-642-2001 if you need more info. Judy Schings not going down. We are doing very well at ensuring that members are getting a good deal, but we seem to be facing a losing battle with regard to prices. I am not going to make any predictions with regard to the dues next year, but I would not expect that we can hold the dues constant like we have for the past two years. County Redistricting On June 15, the Community Association Board of Directors passed a resolution which was sent to the Hillsborough County Commissioners supporting Sun City Center remaining in District 4. On June 20, the BOCC adopted a redistricting plan which left us in District 4. This leaves us where we were. A map of the new District 4 is in the CA office if you would like to see it. Redistricting is done once every 10 years in conjunction with the national Census so it looks like we will be in District 4 for the immediate future. Liens We have completed the lien process for those who have not paid their 2011 membership dues. Liens have been filed against 101 homes. Those liens cloud the title to these houses and the house cannot be sold until the lien is satisfied. Every lien filed is backed by a signed membership agreement that is recorded with the county. The membership agreement essentially says that you agree to be a member of the CA and pay the dues. We have started the process of pursuing foreclosures based on delinquent membership dues and are working down the list starting with those that owe the most. We offer members many options like payment plans and hardship assistance before pursuing this aggressive action. It is my obligation to do whatever we need to do to collect past due membership dues and I plan to do that.
THE SINGING TREE: If you enjoy hearing music played on a hammered dulcimer and a double bass, then come to the Rollins Theater Sunday, October 9, 2011, 2-4 p.m. Tickets ($10/person) will go on sale Tuesday, September 6, 9 a.m.-noon, Community Association Office. TRIBUTE TO THE CARPENTERS: This show honors the legendary music of Karen and Richard Carpenter and will be held Sunday, October 30, 2-4 p.m. at Community Hall. $12/ticket. Theater-style seating. Tickets will go on sale Monday, October 3, at the Kiosk (9noon). SARASOTA CONCERT BAND presents Holiday Extravaganza at Community Hall, Sunday, December 11, 2011, 2-4 p.m. Tickets will go on sale Monday, October 10, at the Kiosk (9-noon), $15/person. ST. PETERSBURG OPERA CO. returns. Three operas have been booked at the Rollins Theater. The Sunday dates are December 18 (Seasonal Sparkle: Highlights from LaBoheme), February 26 (Preview to Samson et Dalila) and May 20 (Preview to Marriage of Figaro). You can buy the series of three for $25/person or individual shows at $10/ person. Tickets will go on sale Monday, October 10, at the Kiosk (9 a.m.-noon). VARIETY SHOW FOR 50TH ANNIVERSARY: Scheduled Sunday, November 13, at Community Hall. SCC residents only can sign up to perform. Tickets (for 50 cents) can be purchased at the door the day of the show. Event will be open to all. Watch next month’s The News for more details. 2011-2012 ENTERTAINMENT SERIES: The renewal letters and brochures will be sent out by the end of August. If you have not received your renewal by Labor Day, please call me.
Flu Shots Schedule for the 2011-12 Flu Season All shots are scheduled to be given in the Sandpiper Room in the Atrium. The first one is scheduled for Friday, September 9, from 9 - 11 a.m.
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION SCHEDULE
The following dates will provide shots between 10 a.m. and noon:
Friday, September 16 Tuesday, September 20 Tuesday, September 27 Tuesday, October 4 Wednesday, October 19 Tuesday October 25 Tuesday, November 1
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS CLUB/ORGANIZATION
CA Contact Information Phone: 633-3500 Email: sccboard@suncitycenter.org Website: suncitycenter.org
AMOUNT
APPLIED TO
Shuffleboard Club $100 FunFest expenses Low Impact Aerobics $50 FunFest expenses Monday Movies $600 Licensing Fees The Sun City Center Fun Squad dissolved as a club and donated the balance of their club’s assets totaling $1,669.24 to the Capital Fund.
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Board Workshop Board Room – 9 a.m. Board Meeting Rollins Theater – 9 a.m.
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Board Workshop Board Room – 9 a.m. Board Meeting Rollins Theater – 9 a.m. Community Leaders Mtg. Florida Room - 2 p.m. CO-AP Meeting Caper Room - 2 p.m. Membership Budget Review Florida Room - 9 a.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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WINDSOR Nicely furnished 2/2 home including pots, pans, linens, large screen TV. Move in condition!! Bring your suitcase and enjoy the wonderful Kingspoint lifestyle. Glass enclosed lanai offers a nice view of the golf course and adds 160 sq ft of C/H/A not included in tax rolls for a total of 1120 square feet. Addl 8x10 lanai could be converted to golf cart room.
2047 Berry Roberts Drive $265,000
1611 Bentwood Drive $125,000
2020 Hawkhurst Circle $68,500
1903 Canterbury Lane B-16 $39,900
2047 Berry Roberts
3/3 $265,000
Worthington-Pool Home on Conservation
1506 Cherry Hills
2/2 $ 84,900
DW37 Newly Renovated, shows nicely
2326 W. Del Webb
3/3 $189,900
St Croix 2 Story Waterfront, Garden Tub
2018 Hawkhurst
2/2 $79,900
Brentwood I-Pond & Conserv-Open Plan
1913 E. View Dr.
2/2 $187,000
Custom Built, 4th Fairway Caloosa Club
1513 Chevy Chase
2/2 $72,900
T-2 Full Furn-Nice Neighborhood
1910 New Bedford
2/2 $185,000
Islander-Golf Course, Entertainers Dream
2212 Hartlebury Way
2/2 $69,900
Sunrise-Large open back yard
2102 W, View Drive
2/2 $178,900
Custom Blt Water, Split Bedroom Plan
211 Glenellen Pl.
2/2 $49,900
Exp Hampton-Just Reduced Make Offer
832 Regal Manor
2/2 $175,000
Cezanne- Shown By Appt Only $123.Mo
411 Flanborough Trl.#B
2/2 $49,900
Stuart-Beautifully Furnished “Must See”
803 El Rancho
2/2 $175,000
Long Branch-Pool, Water, Tile Roof
306B Fowling Ct
2/2 $44,900
Windsor-Lite Bright Close to amenities
415 Shellpoint E
3/2 $155,000
Income Property with 2 Bed Apt
1903 Canterbury B-16
2/2 $39,900
Windsor move in cond-Nicely Furn As-Is
607 Oakmont Ave.
3/2 $149,900
DW-57 Golf and Water View
1904 Canterbury M22
2/2 $35,000
Stuart-Furn, CPVC Plumb, Encl Lanai
1257 Corinth Greens
2/2 $139,900
Amherst Golf Course , Heat pump
301 Kings Blvd F-143
1/1.5 $29,900
Mansard Nicely Furn Newer Kitchen
1705 Orchid Court
2/2 $127,900
Windjammer-Courtyrd Entry,Cul de sac
301 Kings Blvd F-130
1/1.5 $29,900
Mansard Furnished +Newer Appliances
1611 Bentwood
2/2 $125,000
Twintree Exp- New Paint in and out.
2202 Clubhouse Dr. #174 1/1.5 $24,900
Gable I-Move-in ready – “cream puff”
1321 Bluewater Dr.
2/2 $ 99,900
New Kitchen 2009, Sharp, + Hot Tub
202 Bedford Trl. E111
Mansard I-Furnished & Ready for you
1512 N Pebble Beach
2/2 $ 89,900
Dedham-Freshly painted, New garg door
1/1.5 $24,000
RENTALS • SEE CURRENT RENTALS ONLINE AT WWW.SCCRENTALS.NET ANNUAL RENTALS • AVAILABLE NOW! 1811 Bedford G166
1/1
Man 1
$ 680
Near Clubhouse
308 Caloosa Woods
2/2
Nassau
$1,100 First Rate
2202 Clubhouse H174
1/1.5
Gable 1
$ 750
Walk 2 pool/club
1001 Yellowbird
2/2
Twintree
$1,150 Waterfront
408B Flanborough
1/1.5
York
$ 750
Light & Bright
1008 Bluewater Dr
2/2
Twintree
$1,200 Waterfront
1306 Burbank
1/1
A-24
$ 750
Guest Bedroom
1809 Burlington Circle
2/2
DW52
$1,200 Waterfront
1801 Bedford B46
1/1.5
Man 1
$ 775
Sharp as a tack
1601 Brookton Greens
2/2
Martinique
$1,200 All Tile New, New
617 LaJolla Ave
2/1
DW46
$ 775
Cozy & Comfy
1752 S Pebble Beach
2/2
Malibu
$1,300 + Den, WATER
1811 Bedford G164
2/2
Man 2
$ 795
Model perfect
206 Andover N 93
2/2
Mansard
$ 800
Nw kitchen/tile flr
307 Knottwood
2/2
Knolls
$ 850
Walk to Pool
702 Augusta Drive
1/1
A-24
$ 750
Conv Location
1903 Canterbury B-3
2/2
Windsor
$ 850
Golf + Pond
120 Gloucester
1/1.5
York
$ 775
Level encl Lanai
1912 Grand Cypress
2/2
Azalea
$ 850
Popular Hood
714 Thunderbird
2/2
T-2
$ 825
Garage CLEAN
1715 Atrium
2/2
Capri
$ 875
Affordable
509B Foxglove Cir
2/2
Hampton
$ 850
New carpet
1004 Beach Blvd
2/2
T-2
$ 875
Walk to ALL
2232 Grenadier Dr
2/2
Stuart
$ 890
Unfurn Spotless
2316 Gainsborough Lp
2/2
Hampton
$ 875
Large LR clean
211 Glenellen
2/2
X Hampton
$ 900
2 Screen Porches
1201 Wildfeather
2/2
Twintree
$ 950
Sharp corner 2G
1611 Bentwood Dr
2/2
Twintree
$ 975
Lanai +BBQ Area
324 Green Manor
2/2
Dedham
$ 950
South side
705 Churchill Pl
2/2
DW52
$ 925
New KITCHEN
2012 Heathfield
2/2
Brentwood
$ 995
Fabulous Water
1622 Faxton
2/2
Beaumont
$ 995
Split Bdrm Vault
1921 N Pebble Beach
2/2
Palm
$1,000 Pristine comfort
314 LaJolla
2/2
Sunrise
$1,000 Large Bedroo
309 Stroll Lane
2/2
Sahara
$1,000 1800 sq ft / split plan
1730 Council Drive
2/2
Exp T-2
$1,200 WATERFRONT
502 LaJolla
2/2
Sahara
$1,100 Pet Friendly
911 Staffordshire
2/2
Yale
$1,200 Unfurn 2G Newer
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August 2011
The News of Sun City Center
4th OF JULY! WOW! Ann Marie Leblanc THE BREAKFAST! My head is still spinning from the wonderful, wonderful trip back to a good old fashioned celebration we had in Sun City Center on the 4th of July. Where would we all be if it weren’t for the wonderful volunteers who worked the breakfast??!! We were sure we would only have 500 and we served 1,006! From the moments of panic to the great wave of satisfaction the kitchen staff, line cooks, table staffs, coffee makers and distributors, toast folks, ticket takers, 50/50 and memorabilia sellers all just kept plugging away - from 6 a.m. till noon.
From 11 a.m. till 2 p.m. a wonderful new committee came to work called the kitchen clean up squad. They took on all forms of dirt from oven trays to pitchers to griddles–even took home and washed the soiled towels. To each and every one of you, I send my sincerest thank you! I promise we will be better prepared for the Holiday Walk. Hope you will be returning. I am hopeful that we will have twice the staff so that no one has to work a full shift. Anyone willing to work at the breakfast on December 3, please call me at 6331979 and leave your name and phone number so that I can begin to form a workforce. Let me know if you
A Little Advice from Consumer Affairs ... Paint Your House!
By Susan Muise Painting is the most economical way of giving your home a real facelift. For a little bit of money you can really freshen up the exterior of your home or any or all of the rooms inside. If you are planning to have the inside or outside of your house painted, here are a few tips: –Make sure the contractor has a Hillsborough County Competency Certificate for Painting. This is new within the past few years. This includes the category of handy people. These certificates or licenses are available through the Hillsborough County Contractors Licensing Department. –You do not need to make a large down payment to a painting contractor. They should have a credit line to purchase paint at a reputable paint store. A request for a lot of upfront money may indicate poor credit on the contractor’s part. –Estimates from reputable companies should be free and pricing should be competitive. If a low estimate seems too good to be true, it probably is. –Make sure to get all promises in writing. Make sure they have listed the manufacturer’s paint brand and quality. You can check with the manufacturer to verify the quality of the materials they plan to use. –Make sure they list specifically the number of coats of paint that will be required especially if you are
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want kitchen work, cooking jobs, bussing tables, making toast, serving coffee, taking or selling tickets, 50/50 sales, WHATEVER! I need all the volunteers I can muster. THE FIREWORKS! People just grin, even today, when you mention them. They brought a great feeling to the residents. We’ve been smiling more and sharing great memories. They were a great shot in the arm for all of us. I would like you to know that they were not taken out of your CA dues or any business sponsorship. They were provided by the many activities of the 50th Anniversary Committee that raised funds. I want to thank all of you for the many, many emails I received telling
me how great the fireworks were and that you would like to see them repeated next year. We are listening and you will see the results in another story in this issue. AUGUST The 50th Anniversary just keeps moving along. In August we will have the free Ice Cream Social. It will be held in Community Hall and the Front Porch Pickers will be entertaining. Bring your CA membership card, fix your sundae, sit back and relax for a couple of hours. August 19, 2-4 p.m. in the Community Hall. Chairmen are Theresa Phillips and Janet Ditmore. This community never disappoints me and always energizes me. See you around campus.
We Want to Know!!!
(Answers to frequently asked questions at the CA) By Susan Muise
changing the color of paint you used before. Watch out for estimates that say “number of coats as needed.” You may end up paying much more and not getting what you paid for. –Make sure they list the prep work they will do and the type of caulking that may be necessary. Just as good prep work will result in a longer lasting paint job, your prep work for hiring a painting contractor or any other type of contractor will result in your being much more satisfied with the end results. Take your time, think things through, do your homework. Again, it’s your money, and you worked hard for it. We need some help, please… The Consumer Affairs C ommittee needs a fe w ne w members. We meet on the second Wednesday of each month at 8 am. Meetings usually take less than an hour. New contractor applications and complaints are reviewed. Occasionally a member will visit a homeowner to get more information about a complaint. If you are interested in helping, please send a letter with your qualifications to the Consumer Affairs Office, 1009 N. Pebble Beach Blvd., SCC.
The Consumer Affairs Register is available online at suncitycenter.org -click on Consumer Affairs on the left side of the page; -click on Directory Listing of Registered Contractors and Vendors on the left side of the page. Do not hire a locksmith whose phone number begins with 938... Please contact the CA Office if you have any questions.
“Who do I call when I have questions about hurricanes?” Remember, we are NOT in an evacuation area. Hillsborough County does not want us to use the shelters. They are for those who need to evacuate from other areas. If you plan to leave town, please do so early and let others know where you are going. Here is a list of phone numbers to keep on hand during the hurricane season:
Hurricane Information Phone #s DO NOT CALL 9-1-1 FOR HURRICANE INFORMATION National Weather Service........................................... 645-2323 Sheriff’s Department.................................................... 247-0455 SCC Deputy Sheriff....................................................... 642-2023 SCC Security Patrol....................................................... 642-2020 SCC Emergency Squad................................................ 634-3800 Non-emergency #................................................. 633-1411 Fire Station # 28 (non emergency).......................... 672-1109 SCC Community Association.................................... 633-3500 CERT................................................................................... 642-2076 SCC Amateur Radio Club Room............................... 642-2071 TECO Repairs.......................................................... 888-223-0800 Power Outages............................................. 877-588-1010 Bright House Repairs................................................... 684-6400 Water/Sewer................................................................... 272-5977 Traffic/Travel Information (Hills Co)........................ 272-5900 Florida State Hurricane Help Line.................. 800-227-8676 Neighborhood Relations (Hills Co)......................... 307-3564 Tree Removal-Roadways (Hills Co).......................... 635-7300 Poison Control Hotline....................................... 800-222-1222 Emergency Animal Services...................................... 744-5660 American Red Cross..................................................... 348-4820 FEMA......................................................................... 800-525-0321 State Hurricane Help Line................................. 800-227-8676 County Emergency Management........................... 236-3800 South Bay Hospital....................................................... 634-3301 Samaritan Services....................................................... 634-9283
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News and Notes...
The 2011 fireworks were appreciated by residents and visitors alike. Joella and Jim Benken’s daughter and family were visiting from Auburn, Alabama.
PHOTO BY PHYLLIS HODGES
so well received and proved worth the $17,000 expense. The money was raised through the anniversary fund’s Proud Sponsor donations and fundraisers such as breakfasts and home tours. Leblanc praised ClubLink as a great community partner for allowing the display to be held on its property. The CA board members have been bombarded with suggestions that fireworks be held again next year. “We do not want to ignore those voices, but we can’t pay for it with member dues. It would have to be funded with community donations,” said Leblanc. “I’ve agreed to head a committee to raise $20,000 to cover any cost increase in 2012 and add music to the display.” She said that the first donation was received as soon as she mentioned the decision to a resident. The Community Association has established an account to receive donations. Checks should be made Red, white and blue burst was one of the many fireworks on July 4 in SCC. payable to the SCC Community Association—and marked “For fireworks display.” Mail or deliver them to the association office at 1009 N. Pebble Beach Blvd., Sun City Center FL 33573. All contributors will be recognized in some fashion to be determined later.
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By Phyllis Hodges From the clamor emanating through the community about the July 4 fireworks, it’s clear that SCC folks were delighted with the holiday display that was included in the 50th anniversary year’s agenda. Ann Marie Leblanc, chair of the 50th Anniversary Committee, said she was gratified the fireworks were
PHOTO BY JUDY STIMSON
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PLANTS HAPPEN
Senior Friendly Fest Will Be a Blast!
By Ron Pelton
THE CRAPE MYRTLE, THE LILAC OF THE SOUTH
Hey Seniors!
The crape myrtle is valued in Florida as a landscape plant for sunny CRAPE MYRTLE APHIDS locations with its prolific summer flowers. Well-established plants are Crape myrtle aphids are pale extremely drought tolerant and have low fertiliization requirements, although yellow in color. They primarily are they respond to fertilizer and water with lush growth. Crape myrtle is tolerant found on undersides of leaves and are of a wide range of soil types but grows poorly in wet soils. particularly attracted to new growth. PRUNING Crape myrtle does not require heavy pruning to promote bloom. (Figure 1) Flowers are produced on new growth. It will produce flowers without any pruning, although it will produce larger flowers and bloom more profusely if at least lightly pruned. Avoid pruning in November or December which may stimulate vigorous new growth keeping the plant from staying dormant. A severe freeze can then kill a nondormant plant. The type and amount of pruning depends on the desired shape and size of the plant.
If you want a tree, then cut out all except one to five branches at ground level. Remove all side branches up to the level where you want the limbs to start. If an intermediate size of shrub is desired, prune moderately by removing the twiggy growth smaller than pencil size. This annual pruning will stimulate more vigorous growth in the spring. Some gardeners prefer growing crape myrtle as a compact shrub instead of a tree. To get these results, prune the stems back to approximately six inches above ground level each year in the spring. Severe pruning will not kill or injure a healthy plant. The result will be an abundance of new flowering shoots. Avoid cutting back large limbs and leaving stubs, because an abundance of new growth will emerge near the cut, looking like pom-poms on stalks. Not only is this unnatural in appearance, but this thick, dense growth will be more susceptible to aphids, this type of pruning is jokingly referred to as “crape murder.” POWDERY MILDEW Powdery mildew (Figure 2 santarosa.ifas.ufl.edu ) first appears on new shoots as a whitish powder that later spreads to the surface of leaves, stems, and flowers in the spring and fall. In severe cases, leaves may drop prematurely and flower buds may fail to open properly. Shady, humid locations and cool nights encourage powdery mildew as does frequent wetting of the foliage by irrigation or rainfall. The best way to avoid powdery mildew is to contact your nursery for one of the cultivars bred and selected for resistance to powdery mildew. Plant crape myrtle in sunny locations allowing free air movement so that wet foliage dries quickly.
Join us for the 3rd annual Senior Friendly Fest on Thursday, August 4, 2011 at SCC Community Hall, South Campus. This event will bring all the great things that The Senior Connection Fests are known for, and more! Free! Free! Free!
Free Admission! Free Parking! A Senior Friendly lunch only $3.50, or bring your own lunch. Free coffee (Figure 3 ameliaislandliving.com) and goodies provided by our friends During feeding, aphids secrete at Costco all day long. Exhibits droplets of a sugary solution called “honeydew.” Drops of honeydew O ver 70 S enior Fr iendly fall from the aphids onto leaves and exhibitors will provide information stems below. This sugary solution on services and programs in the promotes the growth of sooty mold area. Plus many important Free fungi, appearing as a black staining or powdery coating on leaves and Health Screenings will be available throughout the day. stems. Entertainment Although unsightly, sooty mold itself does not directly harm crape Entertainment will include myrtle. However, the black fungus the popular Denise Looney, the shades the leaves and interferes with “DJ with a Twist,” Richie Merritt of photosynthesis, potentially reducing the Marcels, and introducing SCC the long-term vigor. Existing sooty resident Troy Coman, Bright House mold on leaves will wear off the Networks Bright Star Finalist. Enjoy leaves through the actions of sun, Luis of A-1 Magic with his magic rain, and wind. Sprays of insecticidal and balloons. Of course, there will soaps and horticultural oils for control of crape myrtle aphid also be free Bingo, putting green, beanbag help to loosen and remove sooty toss and basketball throw for prizes. mold. Aphid numbers can also Chances to win $1,000 in prizes and be reduced by allowing beneficial giveaways throughout the day. insects such as lady beetles to inhabit Come on out ... bring a friend the plant. Aphids can sometimes be and enjoy the day inside the airwashed from the plant with a strong conditioned Community Hall, stream of water. located at 1910 S. Pebble Beach, This information can be found Blvd. Sun City Center. Doors open in the University of Florida article at 9 a.m. and close at 2 p.m. Gary W. Knox edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ C a l l ( 8 1 3 ) 6 5 3 - 1 9 8 8 for pdffiles/mg/mg26600.pdf, Improper Pruning Damages Crape Myrtles information. See you there! (pdf) by Daniel E. Mullin (2/2002), and aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu. Sponsored by Senior Connection www.srmagazine.com
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North ... South ... East ... West ...
August 2011
Expanding Our Horizons
Circle B Bar Reserve After parking at the Nature Discovery Center and obtaining a trail map, set out on the Shady Oak trail to get to the shoreline. Follow this trail through Alligator Alley, turn right on Heron Hideout, and rejoin Shady Oak to complete the 2-mile loop. Shady Oak and Alligator Alley are mostly shaded. The trails are flat and primarily packed dirt. Keep a sharp eye out for birds on both sides of the trails. There are a number of additional trails you can take afterward. Be sure to take water with you. Reserve hours are daily from 5 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Admission is free. For more information go to www. swfwmd.state.fl.us and search “Circle B Bar Ranch” or call (863) 534-7377. It is 50 mostly scenic miles to get there. Go east on SR-674 and drive for 19 miles until the road ends, turn left (north) on SR-37 and drive for 21 miles, turn right to get on SR-570 Toll East and drive for 0.4 miles, take Exit 10 to US-98, turn right to get on US-98 South and immediately get in the left-hand turn lane. At the light, turn left on Winter Lake Road and drive for 1.7 miles. The Reserve is located on the right at 4399 Winter Lake Road (SR-540) in Lakeland.
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Some of the wildlife seen at the Circle B Bar Reserve. Above: Osprey in flight. Below left: Softshell turtle. Right: Great Egret.
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By Judy Stimson One of the best birding places in Florida is only an hour away at the Circle B Bar Reserve south of Lakeland. The Reserve has 1,267 acres and includes picnicking, hiking, fishing, bicycling and equestrian opportunities. One of the designated trails is along the Lake Hancock shoreline, where some of the best birding takes place. The Reserve also includes the Polk County Nature Discovery Center with exhibits focused on environmental and hydrologic functions of Florida’s natural resources. The Nature Discovery Center was completed in 2008 and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. It is closed Mondays. The Reserve was named after the cattle ranch that once existed on this property. In 2005 and 2006 a number of restoration projects were undertaken to restore the marsh system. This attracted a large bird population including wading birds, waterfowl, ospreys and bald eagles. In addition, alligators, turtles, 30 butterfly species, oak hammock, freshwater marsh and hardwood swamp may be found on the property.
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AQUEDUCT REPAIR What this is all about? The Hillsborough County Public Works Department is about to start a construction project to repair their flood control drainage system on the golf course behind the homes on the north side of Ojai Avenue. History The North Lakes Golf Course’s original drainage was most likely an open ditch system, which, over time, was most likely converted to a lined flume and later capped with a slab to form a sub-standard, home-made box culvert. This was possibly to allow for easy crossing, safety or saving golf balls. The culvert is old and failing at various locations around the golf course creating hazardous conditions and will eventually cause upstream flooding problems. A few years ago, the county attempted to rehabilitate the existing system by using gunnite on the interior of the pipe, which proved to be inadequate. A lot of the mortar between the blocks has turned to powder. The blocks and the top & bottom slabs are extremely brittle and are continuously in need of repair. Within the next 5-10 years this would be irreparable and would need complete replacement, even if we would continue to patch it up. As a result, the county plans to replace the collapsing box culvert with an
equivalent drainage pipe along the same alignments. Construction activities The disturbed area should be limited to approximately a 20-ft. wide corridor. The limits of present construction will be all on the golf course from near the side and rear yards of 609 Ojai Ave. and near the rear yards of all odd numbered homes to about 807 Ojai Ave. All incoming drainage will be tied back in. Construction activities will be limited to daylight hours, and lake levels should not be affected for construction. No utility or roadway closures are expected. Residents on Ojai Ave. whose backyards face the golf course will notice construction activities in the form of noise and perhaps some minor dust. Noise should be limited to regular working hours with the exception of dewatering pumps that will need to stay on for the entire duration. The pipes and structures are being placed (probably not more than a week +/-). Other activities include possible minor utility relocation. As far as practical, areas disturbed by construction will be restored to original condition or better. The bulk of the construction should be constructed within one month; some final cleanup and special restorations might last another month. –Jim Cosgrove Solution on page 22.
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Club Happenings 1 Photo Club to Meet Aug. 9
The Computer Club
August 2011
“COMPUTER CLUB ANNOUNCES COURSES”
The Computer Club will repeat its “Virus Removal Workshop” on August 15. This three-hour session will be held in the Computer Club classroom 9 a.m. Tuition is $10. If you wish to learn how to protect yourself from viruses, and/or how to remove them, this is for you. The very popular “Introduction to Computers” course will be repeated, beginning on August 16 at 10 a.m. This a four-session course, will continue on successive Tuesdays. Tuition $20. For these courses, enroll at the Club’s Atrium Building Classroom, daily except on Sunday, from 12:30 – 5 p.m. All Sun City Center and Kings Point residents are invited to enroll. For further information, contact Bob Wehrle at 633-4516.
PHOTO BY GAYLE FISCHER
Frances Frazier Completes Duncan Course for Ceramics Club
Concerned about the speed of your computer? Not able to find one of those photos you took last summer? If so, you will want to attend the Sun City Center Photo Club’s meeting on Tuesday, August 9 at 6:30 p.m. in the Caper Room. Club member Matt Batt will share tips on making your computer a great tool for photography. M r. B a t t w o r k e d a s a professional in the field of computers and still operates a PC hardware and software maintenance firm. As a club volunteer, he also provides technical assistance to keep the club’s computers operating at peak efficiency. In his demonstration, Mr. Batt will demonstrate free utilities for PC’s that will help photographers in such areas as resizing photos, finding duplicate photos, restoring
accidently deleted photos, syncing file directories, organizing your desktop and keeping your computer running smoothly. Community members and guests are welcome to attend this meeting. At 6:30 p.m., we will begin with tutorial program. The program will begin after a short business meeting at 7 p.m. 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 2011 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.
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PHOTO BY JUDY STIMSON
Elephant Half-Face won a gold medal in the club’s June competition.
Fran Frazier proudly shows her Duncan work (on right), plus her latest work “Puff ” for her granddaughter. Frances Frazier, a five-year member of the SCC Ceramic Club, has completed a 28-hour/fourmonth certification through Duncan University for Duncan products. In that time she was required to complete 14 ceramic pieces using many different techniques and medium. Duncan Ceramic Art provides consistent, reliable products for greenware and bisque, paints, brushes and specialized tools. The class is taught by Certified
Ambassadors with written testing after each session. Frances is very dedicated to learning and teaching Ceramic Art because she feels there are so many new products in the market that club members can improve their techniques and learn methods to replace many paints that have been taken off the market for environmental reasons. We hope to use her expertise in the coming months for special classes for members.
Billiards Club Holds Classes Twice a Month
The SCC Chapter of American Association of University Women installed the following new officers at the May meeting: Treasurer–Lois Toeppe; Corresponding Secretary–Sandy Zeligman; and President–Sandra Dillmuth. Not pictured: Recording Secretary–Carolyn Wight and Vice President Programs–Marcia Silverman will continue their term of office for the 20112012 year.
For those who have never held a cue stick, the SCC Billiard Club has classes twice every month (excluding holidays)–the second Tuesday at 10 a.m. and the second Thursday at 1 p.m. This is an orientation class with some hands-on training. Billiards is an excellent low-impact activity—get out of the house. Email the club at sccbilliardclub@yahoo.com or call Art Erickson at 813-699-5428 for more information. They look forward to seeing you around the tables.
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PHOTO BY GARY BOWMAN
Club Happenings 2 Lou Tovey Honored by Lifeline
Gary Kaukonen, Men’s Club president; Bill Hendry, Phillips Account Manager; Lou Tovey, award recipient; Mark Howard, Phillips regional executive; Donna Cotten, Phillips senior territory representative; Don Koester, Men’s Club vice president for Lifeline.
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Lou Tovey, long time SCC resident and past Men’s Club V.P. Lifeline, received an Achievement Award from Phillips Lifeline. Lou’s hard work and dedication helped grow the Men’s Club Lifeline Project to over 900 subscribers. Presently there are subscribers in SCC, Kings Point, Sun Towers and Freedom Plaza. Lifeline provides an element of independence to senior citizens. We all want to maintain our independent lifestyles for as long as possible. L ou was g racious in his acceptance of the award and reminded everyone of the teamwork and people required to provide the service to Lifeline subscribers. Don Koester is now the Men’s Club V.P. Lifeline and continues to provide the guidance necessary to ensure Lifeline growth in the Greater Sun City Center Area. If you need information about Lifeline please call 1-813-633-7091 Monday thru Friday, 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.
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(L to R) Gary Kaukonen–Men’s Club president, Kathleen Nymark– associate, Dennis V. Nymark–P.A., Don Murphy–Men’s Club vice president for programs.
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August 2011
SCC Dance Club
Bridge Seminar Attracts A Variety of Players
SCC Dance Club welcomes you to its dance on Wednesday, Come Dance With Us
Oldies But Goodies Dance Club Community Hall 7 – 10 p.m.
In the non-Life Master game, North-South winners: Jan Geoghegen and Bob V. Mills. winners: Bob V. Mills In response to an and Jan Geoghegen; expressed interest by the E ast-West winners: bridge community, The Flavia Robertson and Sun City Center Duplicate Janet Selavka. In the Bridge Association novice game, Northconducted a day-long South winners: Abby seminar on June 30 for Habberfield and Eloise area bridge players. The Warming; East-West advertising done in the News of Sun City Center and winners: Ruth Craft and Bonnie theNews of Kings Point allowed Hampton. organizers to attract even more new Each novice who played in the players than expected. The event, afternoon game was given a free chaired by Ronda O’Farrell, was held ticket to the regularly scheduled in memory of the late Ed Weiss, local Thursday morning novice game resident and player of wide repute. where John Foster provides a free The seminar attracted 135 lesson at 8:30 a.m. and partners for beginner and intermediate players the 9 a.m. game are not required. who attended morning workshops Many participants inquired offered by the SCCBA teaching staff: about lessons and were informed Virgil Eveleigh, John Foster, Marian that the SCCDB C sponsors a Howarth and Pat Rippel. comprehensive series of bridge T h e a f t e r n o o n p r o g r a m courses (October and January) for include d a sp e ci a l game for players from outright beginner novices and a non-Life Master through intermediate courses game. Although many players were and advanced levels. For further unfamiliar with the duplicate bridge information, please call Ronda format, a staff of helpers provided O’Farrell at 634-7393. assistance with scoring and protocol A poll of participants indicted during the novice game. Partnership virtually universal enthusiasm for chairman Mary Rutledge matched the seminar and a desire for more up many players for the afternoon events of this kind. Ronda O’Farrell games. Trophies were awarded to expressed great thanks to the many the following players: in the non- volunteers who helped with the Life Master game, North-South event.
August 17, at Community Hall, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Music by “DJ” Darlene with a variety of music.
Music from the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s
Attire: Dressy Casual.
Sunday – August 14
Guests $6 per person.
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Sundown BYOB For more info call: 633-5649
Members Free. Singles always welcome. BYOB and Snacks For more info, call 633-7173.
“Summer Picnic” Square Dance As kids, (if you can remember that far back), one of the things we all looked forward to in the summer were those fantastic family picnics where we had such great fun. To help relive those wonderful memories, the Sun City Center Swingers Square Dance Club will hold a “Summer Picnic” Mainstream/Plus square dance on Friday, August 21, 2011. Members will provide delicious picnic style snacks and the club will supply ice cold beverages. So Square Dancers, get your mosquito spray out (just kidding) and join us for this great summertime treat - Special Event Dance. These Special Dances, along with the club’s regular Friday
Mainstream/Plus dances are held in Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Pre-Rounds 7 - 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 – Yes, Pat is back and is as great as ever. T h e Tu e s d a y S q u a r e Dance Beginners Class and Plus Workshop Class, held in Community Hall , will be temporarily discontinued for the summer. The classes will begin again in the fall. Keep tuned in. Square Dancers: come join us for this Special Dance and every Friday night for great dancing, fellowship and refreshments. For further information call Mary at 633-8718 or Beverley at 633-3651.
MOONGLOW DANCE CLUB “Mercy” will play for Moonglow Dance Club from 7:30–9:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 25, at Community Hall. Join them for an Ice Cream Social and an evening of listening and dancing pleasure. BYOB and snacks. Members are free; guests $5 at the door. Singles are always welcome. Dressy casual attire recommended. For more information, call Al at 633-8170. East-West winners: Ruth Craft and Bonnie Hampton.
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Academy of Ballroom Dance Club Saturday, August 6, 2011 at Community Hall, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Dressy attire, BYOB. Members free; guests $6. DJ: Darlene Meadows Singles table available. Everyone welcome! Info: Call Jean Kostka at 813-634-1235.
No Classes in August 2011
Classes in September 2011
SOCIAL DANCE CLASSES Sponsored by the Academy Dance Club. Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building. Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point residents. Couples and singles welcome. $5/per class. For information, call Bernice May at 634-3205. TUESDAY EVENING CLASSES (Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27) Beginning - Fox Trot 5:30 p.m. Intermediate - Waltz 6:45 p.m. Intermediate/Advanced - Swing 8 p.m. WEDNESDAY DAY CLASSES (Sept. 7, 14, 21, 28) Beginning - Swing 12:45 p.m. Intermediate - Cha Cha 2 p.m. Beginning/Intermediate - Merengue 3:15 p.m.
BETH ISRAEL The Jewish Congregation of Sun City Center, 1115 Del Webb Blvd. E. Sun City Center (813)634-2590 SHABBAT SERVICES FRIDAY EVENING AT 7:30 PM TORAH STUDY SATURDAY AT 12 NOON MORNING SERVICES 2ND AND 4TH SATURDAY 10AM RABBI: PHILIP ARONSON - CANTOR: DR. SAM ISAAK ALL ARE WELCOME
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Back in RhythM after Heart Valve Surgery at Manatee Memorial Three years ago, my physician recommended hospice care. My wife took me home instead. Now, with the help of heart valve surgery at Manatee Memorial Hospital, I am doing great. The warmth of the hospital staff is unmatched anywhere else I’ve ever been, and Dr. Golino’s care was excellent. He called my wife the night before my surgery just to check on how she was doing.
Sun City Center residents Roger L. Hackbarth (center) and wife Trude Hackbarth with Alessandro Golino, MD, Chief of Surgery at Manatee Memorial. Dr. Golino had a 100 percent success rate for mitral valve surgery from January 2009 through December 2009.* Nationally, the overall success rate for mitral valve repair is less than 60 percent. *According to data from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons
I only had one complaint … they gave me too much good food while I was there. – Roger L. Hackbarth, valve surgery patient
When the heart’s valve doesn’t close all the way, it can leak a small amount of blood. Surgeons at Manatee Memorial can access the valve through the breastbone and repair it to create a tighter seal. For more information about heart valve surgery at Manatee Memorial, please call 941.745.7572.
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Physicians are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of Manatee Memorial Hospital. The hospital shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided by physicians.
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Meals on Wheels
After first originating this kind of program in Ohio in 1956, in 1973 Carlene Bennett, chairman of the SCC Woman’s Club Community Ser vice Program initiated the establishment of Meals on Wheels service to Sun City Center residents. The first service provided was called the Wheels TO Meals. This involved home-bound seniors being driven to the Kings Inn where they were served a nutritious meal for $1.50 and given opportunities to socialize with others, which they would not have had in a home-bound situation. However, this proved to be too costly, and the program focus was changed to Meals on Wheels at which time the meals were delivered directly to persons’ homes. The first Meals on Wheels dinners were delivered on April 11, 1973 to Mr. and Mrs. Rockaby who were both ill at the time and very appreciative of the service. (see attached photo) Volunteer drivers for this valuable service are recruited from the following list of Sun City Center organizations, which include clubs/churches and a synagogue: 1. Beth Israel 2. A.A.U.W. (American Association of University Women)
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Also involved in the process is the Samaritan Services office. This is where applications for Meals on Wheels are approved and meal orders are tracked. The service is not free to the recipients, so another staff member in that office is responsible for billing.
PHOTO PROVIDED BY THE SCC HISTORY CENTER
By Uta Kuhn
The first meal was delivered to Mr. & Mrs. Rockaby by Carlene Bennett. 3. Lions Club 4. United Methodist Church 5. Redeemer Lutheran Church 6. Trinity Baptist Church 7. Men’s Club 8. United Community Church 9. St. Andrews Presbyterian Church 10. Knight of Columbus 11. St. John The Devine Episcopal Church 12. GFWC Woman’s Club of Sun City Center
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E a c h g roup / c lu b / c hu rc h receives paperwork that is generated by the chairman and co-chairman of the Meals on Wheels Program Committee of the GFWC SCC Woman’s Club. There is one chairman for Kings Point and one for Sun City Center. Each group/club, etc. is responsible for one month of the year to provide the volunteer drivers. Many of these groups have provided volunteer drivers for many, many years. Meals are delivered 365 days a year.
The meals that are to be delivered are prepared and provided by South Bay Hospital dietitians and distributed to the drivers for delivery. Many times over the course of a year, finding drivers and back-up drivers for this valuable service can become a real challenge. The groups listed above and the chairpersons who line up the drivers deserve a very heartfelt THANK YOU for their dedication. And, of course, the drivers who volunteer to deliver the meals are the most important part of the equation and are to be thanked for their time and dedication to MEALS ON WHEELS. Last but not least, volunteer drivers are always needed. If you would like to get involved in this worthwhile program, please call 813642-9555 or 813-633-1743.
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Published Authors Residing in SCC
(A continuing column by News staff writer Marie Wood.)
Bill Hodges Writing his best selling book Within Your Reach is only one of Bill Hodges’ activities and talents. Bill also is president of Hodges Seminars International; a business and consulting firm that develops sales meetings and management training programs. Bill attended the University of Dayton and Grand Rapids Covenant College. He says he started writing as a challenge. He was complaining to a newspaper editor that the daily newspaper contained nothing but negative stories and he thought there should be some more upbeat material to brighten the days of readers. The editor suggested that Bill write a column and he liked it so well that he made it a regular thing. That’s how his column “Positive Talk” was born.
His book is basically a collection of many of the columns he has written. The columns are all based on suggestions of how people can lead happier, more positive lives and become more productive with the time they have. Basically, Bill would like readers to look into themselves to discover the strengths they have and then to build a better life working from the positive aspects of their personalities. Bill still writes a weekly syndicated column and also hosts an interview format television program “Spotlight on Government” on the Tampa Bay Community Network on Mondays at 8 p.m. and Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. (Bright House Channel 950 and Verizon Channel 30). The shows can also be seen at www. hodgesvideos.com.
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Military Affairs
August 2011
DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS DAV CHAPTER 110
PHOTO PROVIDED BY JO PRATER
Van Drivers Needed for DAV Van
Sun City Center has a DAV van that was donated to Tampa’s James A. Haley Veterans Hospital by the local DAV Chapter 110. Veterans are transported Monday through Friday, departing SCC at 6:30 a.m. and returning at 1 p.m. This van is for all veterans to use but is NOT wheelchair accessible. To schedule a ride, call 642-0302. A seven-day advance notice is needed. T h e DAV i s i n n e e d of volunteers to drive this van. This is
a seven-passenger van and does not require a commercial driver’s license to drive. If you can spare at least one day a month, it will surely help out the veterans of our community. If interested, please contact the chapter commander, Tom Williams, at (813) 777-0914 or email Helmut Haberl at oxlic1@verizon.net. The DAV meetings are held every fourth Thursday of the month in the Caper Room. Lunch is served at noon; meeting starts at 1 p.m.
PHOTO PROVIDED BY JO PRATER
Bunny Blackstone, Wilma Elmer and Jan Bassett plan for DAR event. Col. George Mercer Brooke Chapter, DAR is planning a Fun Patriotic evening to celebrate the 224th birthday of our Constitution on Saturday, September 17, 2011 at 5 p.m. in Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Attendance is open to all. Plan ahead and make your reservations now as tables are selling fast. The evening will feature a social hour with appetizers, buffet dinner by Banquet Masters, patriotic entertainment, audience signing of the Constitution, and a “birthday cake.” Dress is dressy casual and it is BYOB. Price $20 per person. Tickets are available by contacting Jan Bassett at 642-0691 or Bunny Blackstone at 634-6387.
Col. George Mercer Brooke Chapter, DAR attended the Naturalization Ceremonies at the Federal Court House in Tampa on June 16. They presented American flags and Pledge of Allegiance cards to the 45 new citizens who were sworn in by Judge Anthony Porcelli. Above (L to R): Beverly Engles, Regent Ellen Cyr, Historian and Judge Porcelli.
Commander Sean Reilly, USCG to Address MOAA CDR Sean Reilly, United States Coast Guard, will be the featured speaker for the Sun City Chapter of the Military Officer’s Association of America monthly luncheon to be held on August 3, 2011, at 11 a.m. in the Florida Room in the Atrium Building. CDR Reilly is currently serving as the chief of the Prevention Department in St. Petersburg, Florida. He enlisted in the C oast Guard in 1986 and attended Officer Candidate School in 1993. Prior to his current assignment in St. Petersburg, he served on the staff at the Eighth Coast Guard District in New Orleans, La. Previous assignments
include Marine Safety Offices in New Orleans, Louisiana; Mobile, Alabama; Paducah, Kentucky and the Coast Guard Cutter SWEETGUM. CDR Reilly has had numerous assignments during his career including Marine inspections, casualty investigations, contingency planning, aids to navigation and port operations. He will be speaking on the activities of the Coast Guard in the Tampa Bay area. Reservations can be made by calling 877-332-3016 ($14) no later than the Sunday before the Wednesday meeting. –Capt B. Frank Kepley, USN (Ret)
We’re Saving the Next Dance for you!
Join us on the third Thursday of each month for an evening of good fun and entertainment at the all-new Freedom Plaza Dance club. Each dance will feature “live music” by a different, popular local artist. The Dance Club promises to be a great way to jump start the weekend and introduce you to the relaxed, active lifestyle at Freedom Plaza.
3rd Thursday of each monTh 7 To 9:30 p.m. in The freedom plaza audiTorium Complimentary admission Affordable cash bar offering beer, wine and sodas ReseRvations: Call (813) 634-1824 thursday, august 18: Popular Music by “Mario” thursday, september15: Speak Easy with “Thor Stevens” A Life Care Community Exceptional Experiences Every DaySM 1010 American Eagle Boulevard, Apt. 114 Sun City Center, Florida 33573 www.brookdaleliving.com Sponsored by the Retired Officers’ Corp. Open to folks from all walks of life. Exceptional Experiences Every Day is a Service Mark of Brookdale Senior Living Inc., Nashville, TN, USA. 51111EF-ROP02-0811 LB
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20 at North Lake and Counting...
A continuing feature about water conservation
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Florida - The Sunshine State
By Uta Kuhn with Art Erickson Natives of Florida once mocked the state nickname by saying, “yeah right, liquid sunshine.” The rainy season was longer than the dry season and any tropical weather system could give you a month’s worth of rain in a week. Things have changed. It has been said, Del Webb checked the rainfall statistics for the driest place he could find when selecting the location for Sun City Center. That was a good idea at the time, now we could use more rain - a lot more. When people move here they expect to have the lush vegetation Flor id a is k now n for. Water consumption wasn’t an issue back home, why would it be any different here? The expectation of an expansive, lush lawn is almost innate. Therefore a huge change in culture is needed for the ever-increasing population of Florida. Both natives and newcomers have to adjust to a climate that can be less than friendly. State and county governments have done their part to facilitate this change in culture. There are now laws affecting the use and storage, of water. These laws have teeth: a fine for those who do not abide by them. The fines can range from $100 to $500. An example is the lawn watering schedule that can fluctuate between one and two days per week. Other water uses are also controlled. What was once a temporary watering schedule appears to have become permanent. Not only are the days of the week dictated (by street address) but so is the time of day. The rules for other uses are also listed on the county website. Please note that people who use a well or lake water are not exempt from these restrictions. Since the requirements change, the county website is the most reliable source of information. Florida Friendly Law The situation has become important enough that in 2009, the state government passed a law concerning water conservation. This is known by the moniker “The Florida Friendly Law,” but it is legally known as SB2080 (3). While this law addresses many areas, the most important part is the legal protection of a homeowner from Home Owner Association (HOA) rules pertaining to water conservation - primarily landscaping and rain barrels. The point is, everyone needs to be aware of the situation - it is not going to go away by itself. While rainfall is variable, population growth is not. It takes time for a culture to change; it also takes education/ communication. There are m a ny w ay s t o re du c e w at e r consumption. Another area of improvement is to “slow the flow” of rain water. The use of retention ponds, rain barrels, and “rain gardens” all help the water soak into the ground instead of flowing into the street. As part of this education, we will run a series of related articles. In
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the next issue we will present the available sources of water and the challenges to them. In future issues we will also cover water retention, home conservation, vegetation selection, and associations/education resources. It is hoped that this information is useful, and that it is taken to heart. While water availability is not a major issue in most places, central Florida (especially) is different. Sunshine isn’t much good without water. Additional sources: 1. www.hillsboroughcounty. org/water/restrictions.wrx.cfm 2. www.hillsboroughcounty. org/water/restrictions 3. www.swfwmd.state.fl.us/ news/article/1288
Some of the 2nd and 3rd generation SCC North Lake residents gathered for a photo recently. (L to R) Joe Zaricor, Nan Baytos, Ed Dowdy, Dee Kelly, Joy Sparkman, Marcie Hansen. By Phyllis Hodges You are moving where? Dee Kelly, daughter of Phil and Irene Lange, says, “I remember my parents telling me about SCC and what a great place to retire. I was floored when they moved from our NJ home after 30 years. However, they did remind me I was welcome to visit any time. “Over the years of visiting, Bob and I fell in love with the various activities available and the location being a short distance from the St. Pete, Tampa and Sarasota areas. So when it came time for us to think about retirement and opening the door to a new style of living, it was no surprise to anyone that it would be SCC. Of course, visiting my parents five times a year for 28 years made the transition effortless.” Dee Kelly is interested in meeting people with a similar story and is now leading a project to find others who are in SCC as a 2nd or 3rd generation resident. “I am hearing that many are actually living in their
PHOTO BY PHYLLIS HODGES
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parents’ original home. We have several of those on North Lake where I live. Some of them were shown in the News of Sun City Center last month,” she says. Would you like to share how you followed your parents/grandparents to Sun City Center? Forms will be available in September at various SCC locations (to be announced next month) so you can make yourself known. In the meantime, tell your friends about the project. The information will be used for human interest articles in various local papers, and acknowledged January 22, 2012, when John Bowker presents a Sun City Center slide presentation as part of the SCC 50th Anniversary celebration. What a wonderful project for this special year in which we’re celebrating the 50th anniversary of SCC. It truly is a great place to live! For more information about the project, Dee Kelly can be reached by email at kellydee837@verizon.net.
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By Walter Fishback with Mike Albanese, Chief of Patrol
PHOTO BY MARLENE GREENBERG
PHOTO BY JUDY STIMSON
August 2011
WHAT IS THE SECURITY PATROL
C. A. R. E.
Cloud Cloud is a gray-silver female domestic short hair. She tends to be on the shy side but can be pried out of her shell for a pleasurable petting experience. Cloud was found as a stray but is making great strides to fit in and she just wants to go to her forever home soon. She has been spayed and is up-to-date on her shots and microchipped. Visit Cloud and make her part of your family. DOB: Approx. January 2, 2010.
Gumbo Gumbo is a spunky Shih Tzu who was found wandering alone and in rough condition. He is now receiving the TLC and medical care that he needs. We expect him to bounce back in no time. Gumbo is easy going and has a very endearing personality. His quirky smile is sure to make you laugh. Gumbo is anxious to find a place to call home. Could that be with you? As part of his adoption, Gumbo will be neutered, microchipped and brought current on his shots. DOB: July 2, 2006.
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What is the Security Patrol … a bunch of old fogies running around, wasting gas, looking silly? To the very few who have perceived us as such, we say, “Be our guests” … spend a few hours in our administration office and our operations room.” What does the patrol do? We are a fo cal p oint for information and help that doesn’t seem to be available elsewhere. Residents’ calls and visits are graciously received and problems get solved. We are very proud of the many “above & beyond “ responses made by our members to assist our residents in a small or large crisis. We are grateful for the many letters of appreciation we have received. What else does the patrol do? Most importantly, it maintains high “security visibility” as we patrol our community streets day and night, 365 days a year, including our shopping plazas where “bad guys” can assemble. Our cars are in constant communication with the dispatchers who have instant contact with the sheriff ’s office. We have helped find lost dogs and lost people. We have helped lost people find their way home. We have checked homes when worried relatives call to say they cannot reach their loved ones. We have even given ambulatory people a lift home from the hospital when they were released.
The patrol protects your residents with a “House Watch Program.” This program allows us to reach you when you leave your home for an extended period of time in case there is suspicious activity or to locate you in other emergencies. Completing a simple form is the only requirement. What the patrol is not? We a r e n o t a v i g i l a n t e committee. We do not issue speeding tickets or make any arrests. We leave that up to the sheriff ’s office. We are not criminal investigators … we just pass on pertinent information to the sheriff. Our members are never sent into dangerous situations. The sense of security provided by the patrol would not be possible without the generosity and dedication of our members and financial support of our community. We are most grateful to all. If you’re a member of the PATROL - BE PROUD. If not, why not come in, have a cup of coffee with Chief Mike and consider joining. Thanks to the Security Patrol, Sun City Center is the safest community in all of Hillsborough County. For more information check out our website at www.sccsecuritypatrol. org.
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Everyone has a Bucket List: A “wish list” of things to do before “moving on” to bigger and better places. But when it comes to fulfilling those wishes, getting started can be the hardest part. So your friends at Freedom Plaza Sun City Center are here to help. All you have to do is think about your “wish list” and share it with us, in writing, by August 12. Then join us on August 29 at 3 p.m. and we’ll draw one person’s name and make their wish come true. It’s a great way to contemplate the meaning of one’s life … the legacy you wish to leave behind … and to have a whole lot of fun, too! Make plans now to be here. In fact, put it on your list!
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The Fitness Center has added a balance cushion that can be used to improve a very important sixth sense: balance, which most of us ignore until it is lost. Below are some e xe rc is e s t hat c an be done to improve balance. (Using the c u s h i on w h e n e ve r p o s s i b l e i mprov e s exercise effectiveness.) Ta k e n f r o m t h e Berg Balance Score Sheet, these exercises specifically target your sense of balance. If your balance is at all compromised, have a second person with you to prevent a fall. 1. Close your eyes and stand still for 10 seconds. 2. Pl ace your fe et together and stand Karen Johnson demonstrates a balance exercise on the newly acquired balance cushion at the for one minute. SCC Fitness Center. 3. Raise your arms straight out in front Lifting weights is also a good of you, then lean forward, still way to improve your proprioception, keeping your balance. You should be able to extend your arms the sense that allows us to touch 10 inches from the standing our finger to our nose with our eyes closed, especially if you use position. 4. Pick up an object from the floor free weights or the weight of your in front of you without losing own body as those exercises require balance as well as strength. balance. 5. Stand 5 feet in front of an object The Fitness Center has a wide with your back to it and look at variety of weights that can be used. it over both your right and left In humans, our sense of balance shoulder. comes from three different organs: 6. Turn in a 360-degree circle to the eyes, the semi-circular canals both the left and the right in four in the inner ear and from special seconds each way. receptors in the joints that tell us 7. Place one foot directly in front where our body is in space. It is this of the other and stand for 30 sense, called “proprioception” As seconds. we get older, we rely more heavily 8. Place the instep of one foot on sight for our balance with the against the ankle of the other and consequence that falls become more balance on one foot for at least 10 frequent and cause more serious seconds. injury. But everyone can improve his Other exercises that improve or her sense of balance; it just takes balance include: practice. Improve your balance with • Laying a string on the floor and the above exercises—and by visiting walking on it like a tightrope. the Sun City Center Fitness Center • Walking heel to toe in a straight regularly! line. Karen Johnson • Walking barefoot on an uneven SCC Fitness Committee surface like the bricks around the swimming pool. • Sitting on a balance ball and lifting weights
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Golf
August 2011
Hogans League of Sun City Center and Kings Point
League Results, Pictures and More
6/17/2011: Diamond Hill, individual competition: 1 st : Art Swallow, net 74; 2nd : Jim Stanton, 80.
Net Score & (2) “Beat the Pro”
6/23/2011: Cypress Creek, RESULTS OF LOW NET SCORE: Match: 1st : tied at net 69’s – Jim FLIGHT A: 1st Joan Huebner, 68*; Stanton & Rich Lucidi. 2nd Suzanne White, 68*. FLIGHT 6/29/2011: Summerf ield, B: 1st Linda Suh, 73*, 2nd Kris Match: 1st : tied at net 75’s – Paul Wells, 73* Maki & Art Swallow. * Card Match
Friday, June 17, Lisa Lipnicky Golf Pro at Scepter Golf Club in SCC challenged the SCC Women Golf Association members to beat her score at Sandpiper’s Oaks/Lakes courses. It was a scorching hot, no breeze, tough day on the course, yet fifteen WGA members shot some hot scores (aided by their handicap) to BEAT THE PRO.
7/1/2011: Buffalo Creek, h-skins: 1st : Denny Wintersteen, 2 skins; 2nd : tied at 1 skin each – Tom Convery, John Apostolou & Paul Maki. Low-net: Denny Wintersteen, 68; Low-gross: John Apostolou, 91.
PHOTO BY ART SWALLOW
6/21/2011: Imperial Lakewoods, Match: 1st : Paul SCC WGA 18-Hole Maki, net 69; 2nd: Rich Lucidi, 6/ 17/2011: two challenges: (1) Low 78. Hogans member Melanie Higgins on the tee box at River Run.
MOAA Annual Fund Golf Tournament
The annual MOAA golf tournament will be held on October 22, 2011 at the Freedom Fairways Golf Course in Sun City Center. There will be a continental breakfast, scramble, lunch and prizes galore. If you haven’t played there, this is the time to try it. The course is a well-maintained, challenging par-63 executive course that winds around an abundance of lakes and through stands of pines and oaks. It features a mix of nine par 3s and nine par 4s ranging from 89 to 238 yards. There are tight, tree-lined fairways and the small greens place a premium on accuracy. Playing Freedom Fairways will definitely improve your short game. It is open to the public and memberships are available.
Guest Fees at Sun City Center Enjoy reduced guest fees all summer long at Sun City Center courses. Guest fee is $25 per person plus tax.
7/9/2011: The Links of Greenfield Plantation: 1st : John nd Lisa shot a “78” from the white tees. Kirkland,99; 2 : Art Swallow, 108.
Net 68 Net 69 Net 70 Net 71 Net 72 Net 73 Net 75 Net 76 Net 77
Joan Huebner Suzanne White Joanne Brennan Beverly Heil Judie Schafers Lois Scoppettuolo Susan Wyckoff Deloris Durm Ruth Kramer Linda Suh Kris Wells Linda Belanger Bobbie Ulbrich Denise Rosen Carolyn Clark
7/16/2011: River Run (Bradenton), Match: White T’s: Charles Ward (95); Senior T’s: Art Swallow (96), Rich Lucidi (97); Red T’s: Melanie Higgins (102).
Includes green fee and golf cart. Book your tee time today by calling LinkLine at 1-800-273-5113. Click here for more information on Sun City Center courses. Members have seven-day advance booking privileges and are able to reserve up to three golfing guests. Guests must be accompanied by a ClubLink Member at all times. Offer expires Aug. 31,2011.
Hogans League August Schedule
A “Special Thanks” to Lisa, for participating and giving us a great challenge and a game to remember.
Date 8/2 8/4 8/5 8/6 8/8 8/10 8/12 8/16 8/18 8/19 8/20 8/22 8/24 8/26 8/30
Day Tue Thur Fri Sat Mon Wed Fri Tue Thur Fri Sat Mon Wed Fri Tue
Course Imperial Lakewoods Cypress Creek Riverside Apollo Beach Bloomingdale Summerfield Diamond Hill Imperial Lakewoods Cypress Creek Riverside Freedom Fairways Bloomingdale Summerfield Buffalo Creek Imperial Lakewoods
Reservations are required to play with the Hogans. Contact ArtSwallow@aol.com or visit hogans-golf.com.
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Florida Blood Services
August 11, 2011 from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Superior Bank in the Kings Crossings Shopping Center Refreshments served in the bank.
The bank will also be accepting donations of school supplies for the local schools -“TOOLS FOR SCHOOLS”
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For more information or to set an appointment to donate blood, call Superior Bank at 633-6700.
Hogans members Rich Lucidi and Melanie Higgins at River Run.
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If you are a fitness swimmer or someone who wants to get back in shape to compete again, give the Masters Swimmers a call at 633-9268 and ask for Jean.
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VOLLEYBALL CLUB Plans Cruise The Sun City Center Volleyball Club is planning a cruise from the Tampa Port for five days departing December 5, 2011 on Royal Caribbean’s “Jewel of the Sea” ship to Mexico. The ship has a volleyball court and the club has use of it each morning for up to three hours. According to club member Howie Hawkins, “We went on a similar cruise with the club about five years ago and not only did everyone have a great time, but all the couples signed up again!” Membership in the club is only $5/year. New members and the Kings Point Volleyball Club members are not only welcome any time but welcome to join the cruise as well. Arrangements are being handled by Joy Dunn at 633-4880 of the SCC Auto Club. Prices range from $429 to $650/person currently, depending on room chosen. A $200/room deposit is required to reserve the room at current prices. Call Nan McNamara at 633-4285 for additional information.
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KEEPING THE PRISON
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John Bowker
(L to R) Sharon Whiddon, Wendi Harris, Monique Baker, Nancy Williams, Janet Smith and Dee Rennert. Janet and Nancy are volunteers who testified and Wendi and Monique are former inmates who testified.
Earlier this year, news reports indicated that the Florida Department of Corrections had plans to close the nearby Hillsborough Correctional Institution in Balm. This was the first faith-based facility for women in Florida and, until recently, was the only one. It has attracted volunteers from several clubs and organizations in Sun City Center who serve as instructors and provide mentoring, sports activities and Bible studies that have a real impact on the inmates and enable them to become productive citizens once they are released. Many inmates sent letters to Governor Scott telling him of the difference HCI had made in their lives. In one of the classes staffed by volunteers, Crafts with Conviction, the inmates make goods ranging from aprons, book bags, and chair covers to puppets, greeting cards and bookmarks. These items are then donated to the Hillsborough County School System in conjunction with the Tools for Teaching program, and they have donated over $20,000 worth of items this year. In an effort to keep the facility open, volunteers from SCC traveled to Tallahassee. Janet Smith and Nancy Williams and two former inmates, Wendi Harris and Monique Baker, testified before the Senate Appropriations Committee at the invitation of Senator Ronda Storms. As a result of the efforts of Senator Storms and the Committee, the DOC agreed that, if a change could be made in a zoning condition to permit
more inmates to be secured there, the facility would become financially feasible to operate. The volunteers then met with the Hillsborough County Commissioners, and on June 7 the Commissioners voted to approve the requested zoning change with a vote of 7-0. Now the volunteers are faced with the fact that many repairs are needed to put the facility in proper running condition and the state does not have the funds for the repairs. One of the dorms, the gym and a multi-purpose building all need new roofs. A former inmate is donating a heating and air conditioning unit for the dorm in question, but before it can be installed the roof has to be replaced at an estimated cost of $20,000. The volunteers are asking individuals and organizations to contribute to this project. The First Christian Church Prison Ministry is working with them to accumulate the needed funds. For more information, call Dr. David Campbell at 938-4955.
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August 2011
NCWS Makes a Patriotic Contribution
Phyllis Butner, pianist (L) and Ev Villa, liturgist (R) are shown presenting checks from Nondenominational Christian Worship Services (NCWS) to Uta Kuhn, president of Patriots Club of SCC. The donation of $1,477 was given from love offerings for the month of June. Uta Kuhn said, “The donation from NCWS will help to fund the installation/removal of and replacement of faded/ tattered flags. It will also help the Patriots Club to expand its projects in order to promote patriotism in our community. We are very thankful and grateful to NCWS for their continued support to this worthy project.”
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MOVIES at the Rollins Theater
27th ANNUAL GOOD SAMARITAN BALL THEME for 2012 IS ANNNOUNCED
A new and exciting experience awaits us as Darlene and Larry Meadows have again so graciously accepted the honor to co-chair the upcoming year’s spectacular event. ”Colors of our Hearts” is the theme for the 2012 Good Samaritan Ball scheduled for March 30, 2012, at the Kings Point Borini Theater. It will begin with a champagne reception, a gourmet dinner and music throughout the evening ending with several hours of dance music provided by the famous DeLeon Entertainment group. Upon your entrance to the theater, you will again be amazed and impressed with the elaborate décor currently in its planning stages. This annual black tie event will truly be another “Ball to Remember” for an estimated 400 residents and their guests. The Good Samaritan Ball is a fundraiser for Samaritan Services, Inc., a 501(c)3 charitable organization, who provide free services including transportation with SCC-RIDE to doctor appointments both locally and as far away as Tampa, Brandon and Bradenton, as well as local transportation for trips to the grocery, pharmacy, doctors, and other locations for people who are no longer able to drive themselves. They coordinate meal services with South Bay Hospital and the Woman’s Club, provide financial assistance, respite
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One showing only @ 1 p.m. During the summer months the Monday Movie will have two movies each month – Movies will be shown in the Rollins Theater on the second and fourth Monday of each month. Please note the dates and times for movies as scheduling may vary because of scheduling conflicts in the Rollins Theater. Please come early as seating is LIMITED.
August 8
Darlene and Larry Meadows
“december boys”
105 min.
Unrated
They share the same birth month so the orphanage calls them December Boys. But these teens “Maps, Spit, Spark and Misty” have much more in common. With no hopes of ever joining a family, they form their own familial bonds. Then the unexpected news comes that a young couple may adopt one of them, and the long-time pals suddenly share something else: a rivalry to be the chosen one. Actors: Daniel Radcliffe, Teresa Palmer, Lee Cormie, Christian Byers, James Fraser.
care and answer medical questions. Samaritans Alzheimer’s Auxiliary has extensive services available for those diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Businesses, organizations and groups may reserve a table for eight for $1,000 per table with a $100 deposit. Reward your employees or show your appreciation to your most valuable clients in this special, unique manner. They’ll enjoy and remember the “Ball of the Year.” Previous year’s table captains are currently reserving and filling their tables. So, hurry! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to save your August 22 “Something Borrowed” 112 min. Rating: PG-13 dedicated space. Individual tickets Rachel (Ginnifer Goodwin) is a are available. Please contact Darlene generous and loyal pal to her engaged and Larry Meadows at 813-633-7173 best friend Darcy (Kate Hudson). But or djmeadows@tampabay.rr.com to after celebrating her 30th birthday, reserve your table. perpetual good girl Rachel unexpectedly ends up in the arms of Dex (Colin Egglesfield), the guy she’s had a crush on since law school…and who happens to be Darcy’s fiancé. In the frantic weeks leading up to Darcy’s wedding, Rachel finds herself caught between her longtime friendship with Darcy and the prospect of losing the love of her life. Based on Emily Giffin’s bestseller, this funny and touching romantic comedy also stars John Krasinski as Rachel’s constant confidante and conscience, who busily evades the affection of one of Darcy’s lovestruck friends while harboring a secret crush of his own Actors: Kate Hudson, John Krasinski .
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August 2011
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