The News of February 2013 - ISSUE #55
...an official publication of the Community Association — Named Best Newsletter in Hillsborough County 2011
February 6 Board Workshop Board Room – 9 a.m. 13 Board Meeting Rollins Theater – 9 a.m. 15 Volunteer Picnic Florida Room - Noon-2 p.m. 19 Community Leaders Florida Room 9 a.m. 25 CO-AP Meeting Caper Room - 2 p.m. March 5 Coffee & Conversation “Long Range Plan” Caper Room - 9 a.m. 6 Board Workshop Board Room – 9 a.m. 13 Board Meeting Rollins Theater – 9 a.m. 19 Community Leaders Florida Room 9 a.m. 20 Membership Meeting Community Hall - 7 p.m. 22 Shredding Day Behind SP/CA offices 25 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 at 1 p.m.
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On the Inside CARE..................................... 23 Club Happenings.................. 12+ Crossword.............................. 23 CryptoQuote............................. 9 Entertainment Corner............... 5 Expanding Horizons................. 9 Golf.................................... 30-31 Military Affairs.................... 20-21 Movies.................................... 35 Newcomers.............................. 2 President’s Report.................... 3 Sports..................................... 29 Sudoku................................... 27
Long Range Planning Committee Announced at Annual Meeting News Staff At the January Membership Meeting, President Ed Barnes announced the appointment of an implementation committee to be chaired by Dave Floyd with Chuck Collett and Howie Griffin as members—all current CA Board
President Barnes Recognizes Volunteers at the January Annual Meeting
its work solely on the results of the membership survey and the LRPIC will base its work on those results. The results of the LRPIC will be presented to the CA Board in three ways. A table of the sequence of events Seven SCC residents were with the associated costs, a schematic given Certificates of Appreciation with the current site layout with an by President Ed Barnes on behalf of the Board o f Directors at the January 2 Annual Membership Meeting. All photos were taken by Phyllis Hodges.
PHOTO BY JOHN BOWKER
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION SCHEDULE
Ed Barnes thanks Joanne Sudman for her work on the Holiday breakfasts.
Chuck Collett, Committee Chair Dave Floyd and Howie Griffin members. This committee has been given the name “Long Range Plan Implementation Committee,” or the LRPIC. T he C A B o ard has l ong recognized the need for improvement and expansion of some CA amenities. The LRPIC is the latest phase in the effort to develop a detailed plan for the next 10 years. This committee will deliver a prioritized list of projects and costs associated with each based on the results of the Blue Ribbon Committee (BRC) but with more analysis. The BRC based
outline of the proposed changes and some proposed financing methods to shorten the time where it seems appropriate, should that option be desirable. Any money borrowing plans will have to be approved by the CA membership but it will be in much smaller amounts than the previously presented financing plan, and there will be completed projects for the community to evaluate before any money is borrowed. “The LRPIC plans to finish
See Plan on page 7.
Giving Back to the Community
CA Employees held their annual holiday toy collection for Destiny Church.
Ed Barnes recognized Dave Birkett for chairing the successful Holiday Golf Cart Parade that had 160 particpating carts.
See Honorees on page 7.
Correction: The parade photos in the January edition were taken by Andy Ledoux.
DID YOU KNOW?
Members showed an interest in the January 3 Membership Meeting and we had a quorum (294)! The last time we had a quorum (200) was October 2011. Why is a quorum important? Without it, the assembly is not official and it is simply an informational gathering. No votes can be taken or decisions made such as approving past meeting minutes or voting on Bylaw changes. Business matters must be carried forward until a meeting when 200 members attend so that business can be validly conducted. Editor’s note: If you have a suggestion about something that would be useful to others, send it to hodgespress@gmail.com.
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Where Will YOU Take the SCC Story?
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Triathlon Held at The Courtyards
Aruba
Sandra and Martin Hurwitz visited Aruba on their Dutch Carribean cruise. Below is the “Divi Divi” tree in the background.
The inaugural Courtyards Thanksgiving Triathlon took place Friday, Nov. 23. The average age of the residents is 85, and there were several who participated who are near or over 90 years old Aston Gardens is an Independent Living community. A resident, Joyce Wilson, designed the logo for the t-shirt and they had a great turnout! The three events were walking, Bananagrams and corn hole tossing. The theme was Mind, Body and Heart. The registration fee went toward children’s Christmas programs at Good Samaritan Mission in Balm. The residents raised $370 for the Mission. Reverend Cruz visited us December 5 to accept the donation directly from residents. —Theresa Sterling Director, Recreation and Events
February 2013
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NEWCOMERS December 2012
List prepared by Linda Bowker from CA staff data. Report corrections, additions to CA at 633-3500.
Last First Num Local street Hometown St Phone Waring William & Marilyn 1809 Adrean Pl Toronto ON Wiggins George & Diane 1008 Bluewater Dr W. Palm Beach FL 561-762-6845 Gale Richard & Joyce 1328 Bluewater Dr Rochester NY 321-594-0549 Dee Jan 1008 Burbank Ct Niagara Falls ON 938-5118 Shaneman Stephen & Marjorie 1604 Cherry Hills Dr Philadelphia PA 661-1859 Krieg Robert 1636 Costa St 727-410-6533 Nichols Janet 233 Courtyard Blvd #101 938-4386 Hernandez Lino & Lillian 1502 Dedham Dr 786-234-1483 Combs Dewey & Darlene 922 Del Webb Blvd E Montour Falls NY 938-5292 Eversole Charles 2135 Del Webb Blvd W Yoder IN 260-255-7182 Davis Victor & Cynthia 1926 East View Dr Fort Wayne IN 695-3316 Pater Richard 1624 Emerald Dunes Dr Dover DE 419-4828 Tottrup Diane 1627 Emerald Dunes Dr New York NY 917-843-6448 Smith Mary 2417 Emerald Lake Dr #208 Ocala FL 633-8684 Hershberger Marjorie 2425 Emerald Lake Dr #206 Buffalo NY 633-1598 Larson Donald & Donna 714 Indian Wells Ave Indianapolis IN 317-507-0284 Parmenter Ernest & Patricia 1351 New Bedford Dr Alexandria NH 603-744-3898 Anderson Mary 1705 New Bedford Dr Providence RI 401-965-6347 Alexander John & Catherine 330 Siena Vista Pl Boston MA 908-303-1664 Geraghty Joseph & Janet 1917 Sterling Glen Ct Astoria NY 922-4917 Mumford Lloyd & Karen 2105 Sterling Glen Ct Palmyra VA 434-589-5483 Burnett Kenneth 307 Stroll Ln Indianapolis IN 922-4590 McAlvey Patrick & Judy 309 Stroll Ln Dallas TX Young Michael 723 Tam O’Shanter Ave Lithopolis OH Doolittle Kenneth 718 Thunderbird Ave Endicott NY 938-3556 Davis Margaret 1605 Weatherford Dr Rochester Hills MI 633-8475 Baker Phillip & Susan 1719 Wolf Laurel Dr Moultonboro NH 603-253-4075 McCaffrey John 1908 Wolf Laurel Dr Pittsburgh PA Kent Michael & Lila 1910 Wolf Laurel Dr Blackfoot ID 208-785-4574 Shapiro Walter & Andrea 1628 Woodmar Dr Brooklyn NY 922-4939
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President’s Report By Ed Barnes
Sometimes it is good to review where we have been and take a look into the future and try to visualize where we are going. Where Have We Been - 2012 Here are some of the more significant accomplishments in 2012: • Conducted a survey of the community to determine what the members thought about Sun City Center and where we should go in the future. • Obtained five acres on the North Lakes Golf Course for expansion of our facilities. • Obtained access to the 37 acres we own off of West Del Webb. • Held one of the biggest Holiday Golf Cart parade in SCC History with 160 decorated golf carts. • Elected two new CA Board Directors and re-elected one. • Re-competed our Management Contract with Continental Group for another five years which actually reduced our costs. • Held the second annual SCC July 4 Fireworks display—an even more successful event than the first one—on tap to do it again this year. • Renovated Sandpiper, Royal and Caper Rooms. • Refurbished the outdoor pool, deck area and bathrooms. Also added new umbrellas and upgraded the outdoor furniture. • Refurbished the CA Conference Room and CA Front Office. By most measures 2012 was a good year for Sun City Center. Where Are We Going – 2013 One of the most important tasks your Board will take on in 2013 is the development of a Master Plan which is based on the Community Survey. We conducted the Community Survey to determine the members’ desires as far as what we should do in the future. With a 43% response rate we feel that
we have an accurate reflection of the members’ desires. The Blue Ribbon Committee reviewed the Community Survey and proposed a path forward. The committee’s final report identified 29 short-term projects at a rough cost of $2.2M that could be implemented over the next three years. Some of these projects will require membership approval due to the magnitude of the dollars involved. The final report also identified eight long-term projects that should be considered for implementation in the next four to 10 years. The next step in this process will be for the Board to take the Blue Ribbon Committee report plus other input we have received and put this into the form of an overall Master Plan. Building this plan is a BOD responsibility and will involve a Long Range Plan Implementation Committee composed of David Floyd, Chuck Collett and Howie Griffin. This committee will consider four things (1) Blue Ribbon Committee (BRC) report; (2) elements of the previous planning efforts; (3) additional factors which have evolved since the Community Survey, such as use of the 37 acres off of West Del Webb and (4) input from the membership in developing an overall Master Plan. The output of this effort will be a time-phased plan of projects to improve and/or upgrade the overall facilities of the SCCCA. There is no set timeframe for completing the Master Plan, but I hope to have it completed at least in draft form before spring and before the snowbirds go home with final completion of the plan by early fall. Another challenge facing the Community Association is what to
do about the maintenance on North and South Pebble Beach Blvd. In the not too distant future, Minto will leave Sun City Center—and when that happens we will need to have a plan in place for the maintenance of Pebble Beach Blvd. We have a commitment to come up with a plan on how to proceed with this issue. There are a number of options for conducting maintenance on Pebble Beach Blvd in the future. We have a task force headed by Paul Wheat who is developing options for doing that. There are a number of possible options, but this issue will be decided by a members vote. At the March 20 Membership meeting, I plan to have Paul Wheat provide a report to the Membership on the status of the task force. In addition, I plan to hold several Coffee and Conversations and/or Town Hall Meetings over the course of the summer and fall. Stay tuned; there will be more on this subject as we go thru the spring and summer. Speed Limit - CAUTION The speed limits in Sun City Center are 30 MPH on all of the streets. I have it on good authority that the Hillsborough County Sheriff will be setting up speed traps on North and South Pebble Beach Blvds. and East and West Del Webb at random times over the next couple of months. So please drive cautiously and safely, we have a lot of golf carts on the streets of Sun City Center. Master Plan A Coffee and Conversation has been scheduled for Tuesday, March 5, in the Caper Room at 9 a.m. The Long Range Plan Implementation Committee will report its findings. Hope to see you there.
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Hinson Named Event/ Room Reservations Director By Phyllis Hodges
PHOTO BY PHYLLIS HODGES
February 2013
Claudia Hinson was recently named Event/Room Reservations Director in the SCC Community Association office on N. Pebble Beach Blvd. For room reservations, contact her at 813-642-2013 or clubs@ suncitycenter.org.
The CA’s new Event/Room Reservations Director is Claudia Hinson. She joined the office staff in September as Office Assistant/ Data Specialist. Since that time, she has cross-trained in several areas that included receptionist, member services and document scanning, as well as event/room reservations. Due to the sheer magnitude of room requests and myriad details involved, Claudia says that getting the rooms booked with the right setup and equipment takes coordination, organization and focus on details. Since a detail-orientation is one of her strong traits, she is tackling the new job with a “can do” attitude. Her sunny disposition and bright smile are sure to help as she works with members to fill their requests correctly. Claudia lives in Valencia Lakes with her husband, Leon. They moved to Florida from Atlanta in 2007. Previously she worked in Bradenton at the Florida Dept. of Juvenile Justice. She became more familiar with Sun City Center a year or so ago she was hired for a variety of (CO-AP = Council of Owner when duties in the Renaissance clubhouse. Association Presidents) “This is a wonderful place to Are you a homeowners/property work,” she says. “The office staff is DONATIONS owners association president? The super nice and all the residents and 11/13/12 thru 12/20/12 CA sponsors monthly informational visitors I’ve met are a delight.” CLUB/ORGANIZATION AMOUNT APPLIED TO meetings that should be attended More Donations RV Club $1,500 Hardship Fund by ALL of SCC’s 100+ presidents. In addition to the donations Dog Owners Group $2,000 Toward annual maintenance of If the president cannot attend, a received by members, as published dog park representative should attend in in the January issue, the following his/her place. The next meeting is donated to the CA in 2012: HARDSHIP REQUESTS Monday, February 25, at 2 p.m. Lance, John Bill O’Dell chairs the CO-AP DUE BY FEBRUARY 28 Lander, Jan Hardship financial relief for 2013 CA dues is available to Sun City meetings and Howie Griffin, CA Watson, Lyle & Carol Center members. The resident owner of the property applying for financial director, is the CA liaison. If you as a Wescott, Dorothea hardship assistance must have been a member of the Community Association president have a concern about your in good standing for a period of three years prior to applying for assistance. association or about the state codes CA Contact Information affecting your group, please let one They must also complete a full financial disclosure. Phone: 633-3500 Applications for hardship must be submitted prior to February 28, of them know so it can be addressed at one of the future meetings. Email: 2013 to be considered for the current year. See you on the 25th in the Caper Please see Judy Hill at the CA office to pick up an application. sccboard@suncitycenter.org Room! Jane Keegan, Website: suncitycenter.org Vice President/Director
CO-AP Needs You!
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The News of Sun City Center
February 2013
CONNECTION REALTY MARGARET “MARGE” CONNOLLY, Lic R.E. Broker
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DESOTO
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Centrally located 2/2 with oversized one car garage. Stand alone home with a great view of pond and golf course. Roof-2010, A/C 2011. CPVC plumbing and a whole lot more. Both lanai and screen room.
DUKE
Lovely 3/2 with lots of upgrades. New Wood cabinets in Kitchen with corian counters, Master bedroom features reading nook as well as access to newly enclosed Lanai. Den is used as a third bedroom making this a very functional home.
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2313 Glenmore Circle $39,000
708 Reading Place $82,900
970 Villeroy Greens Drive $119,000
Sun City Center YORKSHIRE Three bedroom
2 bath home with a double side load garage. January 2013 brought new carpeting and paint to the house. White cabinets and Granite counters with laminate floors make for endless possibilities in this delightful home in an upscale neighborhood.
2229 New Bedford $175,000
Modified Monticello - Great curb
CAPE COD So many upgrades! Triflex windows, Hurricane shutters, Laminate floors, great room incorporates lanai. Tankless water heater, utility sink, solar tubes make this a bright comfortable home with split bedrooms.
appeal is yours in this 2/1 home located on the Golf Course with a pond view. Home flows gracefully combining efficiency and good taste. Guest bedroom has sink unit for convenience. Furniture negotiable with seller.
908 Desert Hills $79,900
2467 NANTUCKET HARBOR LOOP $83,000
For Sale in Sun City Center & Kings Point 102 22nd NW St
VAC
$375,000
4.17 Acres..178 Ft on Little Manatee Rvr
1414 N Pebble Beach
2/2
$89,900
DW51X Great Bones and Potential
1015 River Dr Sw
2/1
$250,000
1.29 Ac 1950 home Near Manatee Rvr
1743 Council Dr
2/2
$89,000
DW54 Garage, Tile & Wood floor
1141 Emerald Dunes Dr
2/2
$199,000
Saone- Den/Office, Golf & Water
2467 Nantucket Harbor
2/2
$83,000
Cape Cod-Light & Modern, Laminate
1846 Wolf Laurel Dr
3/2
$184,900
Tradewinds-PENDING
708 Reading Place
2/2
$82,900
Desoto, Cul-de-sac, Lanai + Screen Room
1834 Wolf Laurel
2/2
$175,000
Exp Islander Updated Kitchen, Golf
2404 New Haven
2/2
$79,900
Concord Split Bed, Vaulted Ceiling
2229 New Bedford Dr
3/2
$175,000
Yorkshire-Granite, New carpet, Paint
908 Desert Hills
2/1
$79,900
Mod Monticello—Golf Course & more
832 Regal Manor
2/2
$175,000
Cezanne- Shown By Appt Only $123.Mo
651 Tremont Greeens
2/2
$77,500
Albany-Golf Course location Water too.
1605 El Rancho
2/2
$149,900
LaSalle Caged Pool on oversized lot
2244 Greenwich Dr
2/2
$49,000
Stuart-Very Clean Snowbird retreat
3623 CR 579
4/2
$129,900
Manuf Home on 5.17 acres Rm to Roam
2240 Greenwich
2/2
$49,000
Stuart-Nicely furn , large utility room.
1239 Fordham
2/2
$129,900
DW37 Lake View, Sparkling Home
306B Fowling Ct
2/2
$44,900
Windsor-Lite Bright Close to amenities
302 Cranston Place
2/2
$129,000
Desoto, St Andrew’s Estates Corner Lot
2313 Glenmore Circle
2/2
$39,000
Windsor-Nature Lovers Paradise
970 Villeroy Greens
2/2
$119,900
Duke-Upgrades Galore set up as 3 bed
202 Bedford Trl. E111
1/1.5
$24,000
Mansard I-Furnished & Ready for you
1517 Ingram Drive
2/2
$95,000
Sahara TV room, Screen Porch Plus
For Rent in Sun City Center & Kings Point UNFURNISHED ANNUAL RENTALS
FURNISHED RENTALS
509-B Foxglove
2/2/1C
Attached carport
$ 875
1552 Council
1/1/1C
Cute and close
$750
1402 Ingram Drive
2/2/2G
minimal carpet
$1000
1614 Council Drive
1/1/1C
Compact / comfort
$750
104 Cactus Flower
2/2/2G
Twintree – WATER
$1200
301 Andover Pl 187
1/1.5/
Above average
$775
731 Masterpiece
3/2/2G
Golf LOFT
$1300
2243 Grenadier
1/1.5/1C
Sharp & comfortable
$775
534 Princeton
2/2/2G
Water w conservation
$1300
1357 New Bedford
2/1.5/1G
NEW - central location
$850
1903 Canterbury B3
2/2/1C
Golf - Lovely
$850
307 Knottwood
2/2/1C
Knolls-private pool
$875
2308 Glenmore
2/2/1C
Happy home
$875
1912 Grand Cypress
2/1/1G
Compact / scrn porch
$875
1715 Atrium
2/2/1C
Lite n Brite
$895
401 Gladstone
2/2/1C
Happy corner
$925
1303 Beach Blvd
2/2/1C
Swan Lake
$975
2211 Brookfield
2/2/2G
Cornell
$1100
RENTALS • SEE CURRENT RENTALS ONLINE AT WWW.SCCRENTALS.NET • RENTALS
February 2013
The News of Sun City Center
BYLAW CHANGES The following proposed bylaw changes will be voted on by the Directors at the February 13 Board Meeting. If approved, they will be presented at the March 20 Membership Meeting for a vote by the members. Additions are bolded – Deletions are struck through
VOLUNTEER PICNIC
In appreciation of your hard work, dedication and support given to the CA throughout the year, the Board of Directors cordially invites you to attend a picnic lunch in your honor:
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2013 FLORIDA ROOM Noon to 2 p.m.
BYLAW III - OFFICERS Section 3. The President as Chief Executive Officer shall: (e) Appoint Committee Chairpersons annually with the approval of the Board. Section 6. The Treasurer shall have the responsibility to: (i) Ensure that the Capital Fund Fees collected from resale homes in the Community Association are deposited into the Capital Fund. The Capital Fund is established to provide funds for construction projects and major campus renovations. The Capital Fund accounts are restricted from use for any other purpose.
BYLAW IV – COMMITTEES Section 3. Committee Chairpersons will may be appointed annually by the President with Board approval or may will be appointed by the Board.
BYLAW XII - USE OF ASSOCIATION FACILITIES Section 1. Current membership or guest cards must be displayed shown upon request for participation in any activity on Association property, except as provided by Sections 2 and 3 of this Bylaw. Membership or guest cards are not required for public events.
Proposed Policy 5.01 Changes Additions are in bold- deletions are struck throug 5.01 C. CRITERIA FOR MEMBERSHIP 3. a. Waivers will be considered upon request to the CLD, by a Club president for a non-member who can provide “value added” such as a special skill, service, benefit, or needed experience to the Club. Waivers are granted for the calendar year in for which they are applied for and may be renewed upon request of the Club president. Waivers are given on a space available basis. e. Persons granted a waiver will be charged an annual users fee payable to the Community Association of $25.00 for each waiver granted.
What’s New at the Library?
Section 2. House guests and guests of members in good standing may use Association facilities for a thirty (30) day period if accompanied by their host; to use Association facilities if not accompanied by their host, house guests, but will be required to have a guest card, which can be purchased at the Association office at fees established by the Board.
SPOTLIGHT ON ENTERTAINMENT The Entertainment Season is coming to an end but we still have some great shows scheduled. All tickets are on sale at the Atrium-Kiosk Mondays-WednesdaysFridays, 9 a.m.-noon through March 22, then at the Community Association M-W-F 9 a.m.-noon starting March 25. Brochures/flyers are available at Atrium-Kiosk, Community Association Office, Community Hall, and the Kings Point North and South Clubhouses. Info: 813-642-2001. Remaining Sunday Entertainment Shows (2:30-4:30 p.m.): February 17 - Earl Turner and Band-$12 March 24 - Tribute to Roy Orbison and More-$15 (Note: All Sunday show tickets include a wine-and-cheese reception sponsored by Brandon Honda.) AND on Fridays (7-10 p.m.): February 22 - Top 10 Rock ‘n Roll-$18 March 8 - Yesterdayze-$17 Other shows scheduled that are not part of the Entertainment Series are: February 24 (Sunday) (3-4 p.m.): Bach to Rock performed by the South Shore Concert Band at the Community Hall. Tickets ($5) go on sale at Atrium-Kiosk Monday, January 21, M-W-F, 9-noon, and at door day of show. Open seating. Open to public. April 7 (Sunday) (2:30-4:30 p.m.) - Salute to the Big Bands by the Sarasota Jazz Project at the Community Hall. Tickets will be $12. Reserved seats. Tickets will be sold at Atrium-Kiosk M-W-F starting March 4. May 19 (Sunday) (2-3:30 p.m.) The St. Petersburg Opera Co. will present Highlights of Ariadne auf Naxos in the Rollins Theater. Tickets are $12/ person.
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The above photo shows Yvonne Casavant, Library Assistant sorting out donations for the Library’s annual book sale that will be held Saturday and Sunday, February 2 & 3, in the Atrium Building Caper Room. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m Saturday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday. We will have a great selection of hardcover books, paperbacks, audio cassettes and puzzles at bargain prices. Thanks to generous patrons, we receive many books in nearly new condition. Come early to get the best selection! The year 2012 was a busy one for the Sun City Center Library with the redecorating of the building and the installation of a new circulation system. We checked out more than 80,000 items from our own collection and received an additional 14,000 items from the Hillsborough County Public Library. When new people move into the community, one of the first things they want to do is join a book group. If you are a local book club and would like to recruit some new members, please let us know who you
are. Who is your contact person? When do you meet? We would love to have your information so that we can send prospective members in your direction. Speaking of book clubs, one of our new a c q u i s it i on s i s t h e best seller The End of Your Life Book Club by Will Schwalbe. This remarkable true story tells of the relationship between the author and his mother, Mary Anne, in her journey as a cancer patient. When Mary Anne discovers she is ill, she and her son Will pass their time together reading and discussing a wide assortment of books. Their discussions lead them to a special closeness that is sometimes touching, sometimes humorous but ultimately memorable. Our latest DVD acquisitions include Men in Black III, Expendables 2, Hope Springs and The Dark Knight Rises. We have also replaced some of your favorite musicals on VHS with DVD versions: Mary Poppins, The Sound of Music, Cats, Gigi and My Fair Lady. I will be teaching another literature class at the Community Church College beginning February 11 for six weeks. We will meet on Thursdays this semester and will be discussing biography, books set in Florida, books that have become movies, legal thrillers and banned books. Happy Reading! Elaine Birkinshaw
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The News of Sun City Center
February 2013
Ditmore New Head of Hospitality Committee
FunFest 2013 Chair Susan Muise welcomes Mike Killian, a newly elected CA Director, as a member of this year’s committee. Killian is serving as FunFest Liaison to the Board of Directors. By Phyllis Hodges Planning for FunFest 2013 is in full swing. This year’s theme, FUNFEST GOES GLAM, means bling and sophistication (SCC/ Florida style, of course) will be the order of the day on March 16. FunFest will begin at 9 a.m. and conclude at 3 p.m. on the SCC Community Association Central Campus, N. Pebble Beach Boulevard. At a committee meeting January 9, members handling different functions reported on actions to date and all appears to be progressing smoothly. Clubs, businesses, Health Fair participants and entertainers are all being contacted now to determine their involvement. Potential sponsors are being sought as well. Jane Keegan announced that she is stepping down as FunFest co-chair because of her new duties
as vice president of the CA Board of Directors. No co-chair to Susan Muise, chair, was named. Joining the committee is Mike Killian, who will be involved primarily in the FunFest Health Fair. Killian was recently elected to the CA Board of Directors and is serving as the Board’s FunFest liaison. As such, he will be assisting Muise in her leadership role. Keegan also assured the group she would be available in a consulting role. Claudia Hinson also joined the group this month and will be handling registration. She is filling the vacancy created when Sandi Cassel left the CA Office staff. For information regarding FunFest sponsorship or other participation, contact Muise at 6332479 or susan.430@juno.com.
PHOTOS BY PHYLLIS HODGES
PHOTOS BY PHYLLIS HODGES
FunFest Planning Full Steam Ahead
Janet Ditmore was just named to chair the SCC Hospitality Committee, which includes running the Information Center.
By Phyllis Hodges January 2013 ushered in a leadership change for the SCC Hospitality Committee. Just what does that committee do, you ask? The Hospitality Committee’s two major responsibilities are organizing the annual Hi, Neighbor! event and managing the SCC Information Center. An equally important function is to stay abreast of community happenings by attending gatherings with the SCC Board, realtors, club and homeowner/property owner association presidents, etc. The newly appointed Committee Chair, Janet Ditmore, says that accepting the position was a big decision for her since she just assumed the presidency of the Weavers. But she knows how important communicating about Your Membership Directory: Sun City Center is to its growth. Volunteers at the Information Not just a phone book. Center, for example, create that very A Great Resource of Information important first impression for many By Uta Kuhn newcomers or potential residents. They also serve as an interface for How many of you are aware of the foreign visitors who want to learn wealth of information which is available to more about our active adult lifestyle. you on the first 29 pages of your SUN CITY Equally important, the Center serves CENTER MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY? It as an information resource for is more than just a phone book. Below are residents—both for new people still a few examples of what you can look up for finding their way around and those yourself on those pages, and save yourself a who have been here for years. phone call to the C.A. Office. The annual Hi,Neighbor! Event 1. Emergency/Priority numbers - see in the fall provides an additional page 1 and 2 opportunity to acquire information. 2. Need information about government It attracts hundreds of newcomers offices/agencies - see page 13 and residents who wish to learn 3. Community numbers including club room numbers, hotels/motels/ more about the various activities and meet members of the groups newspapers - see page 5 in which they have an interest. 4. Community Support Services such as Lifeline Medical Alert Office, Planning for that event starts early Lifepath Hospice, Bloodmobile Schedule, Community Foundation in the year and takes a great deal of coordination. of Greater Sun City Center - see pages 6 and 7 5. Find a map of layouts of rooms on the Central Campus - see page 28 6. Where you can dispose of Hazardous Waste - see page 11 (general information all about recycling) 7. Information about the Library, Fitness Center, Pools, South Campus Sports Complex, etc. - see page 27 The above list is just a small sample of what you can find on those pages. It is definitely worth your while to use these pages to your advantage. All of this information is updated yearly.
A big thank you goes out to Joe Elam who stepped down from the Hospitality Committee Chair position at the end of 2012. He had served in the spot for two years and did a yeoman’s job filling the shoes of John Bowker. Bowker managed the Information Center for seven years and chaired the Hospitality Committee for five years. About Ditmore’s appointment, Elam said, “I believe Janet’s years of marketing experience make her ideal for the position. In addition, she has shown an ability to work well with others and think on her feet.” Ditmore, a 12-year resident, recognizes that her new responsibilities represent a volunteer commitment of many hours every week of the year. She has been a volunteer at the Information Center for several years, so she knows firsthand what is going to be required from her. She is accepting the challenge because she believes strongly in its value to the community. In her view, higher visibility is the Center’s greatest need, as well as an ongoing effort to recruit volunteers. She encourages anyone interested in finding out more about what that entails to call her at 634-1038. “We are very pleased that Janet has agreed to accept the position of Chairperson of the Hospitality Committee,” said Ed Barnes, Board President. “She is well qualified and has some great ideas on how we might do things in the future. We’re always looking for ways to improve communications with CA members and potential members. Volunteers who step up to fill roles such as these are valuable to the SCC lifestyle.”
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Plan from page 1. most (90%) of its efforts by the end of February,” said David Floyd.” It plans to present its results at a Coffee & Conversation on Tuesday, March 5 at 9 a.m. in the Caper Room. This would allow for construction to begin in July during the summer lull. Since a cafe has been high on the list of wants by the community, this could be the first project, but that would be a decision for the Board after The Project Office (TPO) has its turn.” He pointed out that other high priority items would be amenities concerning clubs, but multi-function rooms are more desirable than single-purpose rooms—sharing room space (often at the same time) benefits everyone. Dave added, “Parking is a ‘critical issue’ with the LRPIC. There has to be a balance between more club space and parking spaces that are convenient. Judicious use of the five acres acquired from ClubLink may make that possible. There are no plans to relocate any clubs—in the sense of investment-heavy clubs (lawn bowlers, shuffleboard, tennis, etc.), but clubs that can use multiuse rooms may move if/when future spaces are created.” Some outdoor activities may be low cost allowing them to be included in initial efforts, but this has to be determined on a case by case basis—the recently gained access to the 37 acres of wetlands may facilitate those efforts. As with indoor activities, there are costs associated with outdoor activities
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In conjunction with the LRPIC effort, there are other volunteers. Dave is also chairing a committee devoted to communicating the plan to the membership. Besides the usual outlets like The NEWS of Sun City Center and Town Hall meetings, there will be Coffee and Conversation and with organizations like the Woman’s/ Men’s clubs. A recent addition is the CA Board’s email “blast” about current events; send an email to sccboard@suncitycenter.org if you want to receive those notifications. C A Vi c e P re s i d e nt Ja n e Keegan will be a factor in the everevolving plan for the future of the SCCCA. Her role in this effort is the campus improvement subcommittee. Her committee looks for areas where existing structures need improvements such as lighting, safety and energy efficiency. It may be cost effective to incorporate those changes during this long range plan. The financing sub-committee is chaired by Chuck Collett. While the plan is to “pay as you go,” it is worth investigating multiple financing options to see if they make sense. Even though the time frame for the LRPIC is 10 years, that doesn’t mean all the changes have to take that long. When small amounts of financing provide economic benefits during construction, they should be considered. All that said, the CA Board must submit any money borrowing plans to the membership for a vote of approval. B efore any action can be taken, construction requests must
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Will you be one of the million 65 & older seniors who will need emergency assistance this year? The Men’s Club of Sun City Center & Philips Lifeline provide access to help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through Lifeline Medical Alert Who will help if you fall or need assistance – whether medical, fire or sheriff? One push of a small button is all you need to do. What happens if I fall in the shower? Philips personal help button is waterproof – DO wear in the shower. Monthly monitoring fee as low as $25.00. No equipment to purchase and no contract. Provided by your Men’s Club of Sun City Center, a non-profit organization who sponsors Philip Lifeline as a service to your community.
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be submitted to The Project Office Honorees from page 1. (TPO). This body is a standing function of the CA Board and performs all the work required for designing, bidding, maintenance and many other aspects of construction projects. The current TPO chair is Director Al Alderman and Director Mike Killian is a member. The journey of Sun City Center is far from over, but it takes a lot of work to keep it going. For every CA Ed Barnes thanked Joe Elam for his Board member (Director) who chairs work at the SCC Information Center. a committee there are other CA members who staff those committees. There are lots of people giving their time and effort to make certain we stay relevant as a community, not some interesting experiment that died along the way. We owe a debt of gratitude to those who are willing to endure the ‘slings and arrows’ they encounter along the way. Ed Barnes recognized Karen Jones for her work as The NEWS editor-in-chief.
Paul Wheat was thanked for his continuing work on the median issue. Ed Barnes recognized Bill Hodges for running the TV info programs.
Being a Good Neighbor By HC”Howie”Griffin CA Director Look around: is your neighborhood really the way you would like your retirement community to look? It’s probably true that one of the greenest things you can do is talk first to neighbors, and then to other community members about acting in an environmentally friendly manner. Good ways of doing this is organizing a neighborhood awareness campaign first, then get residents together and talk about ways to accomplish cleanup and ways for beautification. Once you’re comfortable with the idea, the logical next step is to turn that talk into action. Folks, it’s really not as difficult as you might imagine—most people are entirely open to helping green their community. One easy way to organize an eco-active event is designate one day a month (at least at first) to get together with neighbors and orchestrate a community cleanup with homeowners’ cooperation. Here are some simple tips to get you going, that is, if you’re really interested in living in a delightful retirement community. 1. Talk to your neighbors about the idea first, and mention the obvious pros—nicer looking streets, healthier plants and wildlife (and grass) and safety. 2. Propose forming a casual, non-committal group. Neighborhood Watch is doing it; this is Neighborhood Delightfully Green! 3. Designate one or two persons
to call each homeowner currently living in the houses that are in need of such clean up or who are physically unable to maintain their property any longer or absentee owners that may use the house as rental property and have for some reason neglected its appearance. Sadly, we have areas in SCC that are not governed by a homeowners or property owners association and really need this kind of community effort. 4. Start by having an informal get together and discuss your ideas and goals (one day a month trash & brush pickup is a suggestion) and mark a Saturday each month when everyone in the neighborhood would get together to help a neighbor or neighbors keep their homes looking clean and green. Ideas: • Procure gloves for each person and two bags for each group of volunteers to remove old dead tree branches, weeds and bushes around houses and popcorn trimmed areas. • Meet on the given day and spend a half hour to an hour combing the streets for debris. • Have fun? This could be a great way to meet neighbors who share some common interests, Help a neighbor and, of course, an opportunity to spend some time out of the house with friends doing some good! YOU, your neighbors, your visitors and your community will appreciate a clean handsome place to live. So what are you waiting for?
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SouthShore Regional Library Programs for February and March WED. FEB 6 MAH JONGG CLUB 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in the Community Room at the SouthShore Regional Library, located at 15816 Beth Shields Way Ruskin, FL 33573. Enjoy an evening of the popular table game, Mah Jongg. Participants are asked to bring their own Mah Jongg set or card. Registration required. Call (813) 273-3652 to register. W E D. F E B 9 M E E T T H E CARTOONIST: LEIGH RUBIN 2:30 - 4 p.m. in the Community Room at the SouthShore Regional Library, located at 15816 Beth Shields Way Ruskin, FL 33573. FREE Event! Leigh Rubin, creator of the syndicated cartoon Rubes, will entertain and inspire with a humorous presentation on cartooning and staying motivated creatively. His focus will be on maintaining creativity while meeting deadlines and emphasize the rewards of persistence and the fun of problem solving while celebrating the joy of the imagination. FREE raffle to win a colored poster by Leigh Rubin for five lucky winners! WED. FEB 13 MASTER GARDENER: HERBS 7 - 8:30 p.m. in the Community Room at the SouthShore Regional Library, located at 15816 Beth Shields Way Ruskin, FL 33573. This presentation will cover recommendations for herbs that grow well in Central Florida. Discussions will include herbs that can enhance gardens for culinary or other reasons. Presented in partnership with Hillsborough County Extension Service. MON. FEB 18 MOVIE MATINEE 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, located at 15816 Beth Shields Way Ruskin, FL 33573. FREE Event! Celebrate Black History month by enjoying the movie “The Help”on the library’s big screen. Mississippi during the 1960s: Skeeter, a southern society girl, returns from college determined to become a writer, but turns her friends’ lives, and a small Mississippi town, upside down when she decides to interview the black women who have spent their lives taking care of prominent southern families. Aibileen, Skeeter’s
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WED. MAR 13 MASTER GARDENER: WATER GARDENS 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. in the Community Room at the SouthShore Regional Library, located at 15816 Beth Shields Way Ruskin, FL 33573. TUE. FEB 19 STAR PARTY 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at the SouthShore Learn how to create a paradise Regional Library, located at 15816 in your garden with the use of Beth Shields Way Ruskin, FL 33573. water. Presented in partnership with FREE Event! Enjoy a closer look at Hillsborough County Extension the moon and planets! Astronomy Service. enthusiast, Craig MacDougal, will lead a brief discussion on stars, FRI. MAR 15 MOVIE MATINEE planets, and moons. Immediately following will be an outside viewing 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. at the SouthShore of the night sky through a telescope. Regional Library, located at 15816 Funded by the Friends of the Beth Shields Way Ruskin, FL 33573. FREE Event! Enjoy a St. Patrick’s Day SouthShore Regional Library. movie on the library’s big screen. Darby O’Gill is a wily old storyteller WED. FEB 20 MAH JONGG CLUB (Albert Sharpe) who matches wits 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in the Community with the king of the leprechauns Room at the SouthShore Regional and helps play matchmaker for his Library, located at 15816 Beth Shields daughter (Janet Munro) and the Way Ruskin, FL 33573. Enjoy an strapping lad (Sean Connery) who evening of the popular table game, has replaced him as caretaker. Mah Jongg. Participants are asked to bring their own Mah Jongg set TUE. MAR 19 STAR PARTY or card. Registration required. Call 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at the SouthShore (813) 273-3652 to register. Regional Library, located at 15816 Beth Shields Way Ruskin, FL 33573. WED. MAR 6 MAH JONGG CLUB FREE Event! Enjoy a closer look at 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in the Community the moon and planets! Astronomy Room at the SouthShore Regional enthusiast, Craig MacDougal, will Library, located at 15816 Beth Shields lead a brief discussion on stars, Way Ruskin, FL 33573. Enjoy an planets, and moons. Immediately evening of the popular table game, following will be an outside viewing Mah Jongg. Participants are asked to bring their own Mah Jongg set or card. Registration required. Call (813) 273-3652 to register.
of the night sky through a telescope. Funded by the Friends of the SouthShore Regional Library. WED. MAR 20 MAH JONGG CLUB 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in the Community Room at the SouthShore Regional Library, located at 15816 Beth Shields Way Ruskin, FL 33573. Enjoy an evening of the popular table game, Mah Jongg. Participants are asked to bring their own Mah Jongg set or card. Registration required. Call (813) 273-3652 to register. SAT. MAR 23 IT WAS THE BEST OF TIMES, IT WAS THE WORST OF TIMES 3 - 4 p.m. in the Community Room at the SouthShore Regional Library, located at 15816 Beth Shields Way Ruskin, FL 33573. FREE Event! In celebration of Florida’s 500 year anniversary, retired park ranger Darrel Smith will discuss the history and legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps created by Franklin Delano Roosevelt as part of the New Deal for America, and highlight the CCC’s impact on Florida’s landscape. This discussion will educate listeners on the daily life as a “CCC Boy”. Mr. Smith will be dressed in a period 1930-40 era CCC uniform. Funded by the Friends of the SouthShore Regional Library. —Allie Turrill
SAT. MAR 9 SONNY & PERLEY PRESENT: A TRIBUTE TO COLE PORTER 3 - 4:15 p.m. in the Community Room at the SouthShore Regional Library, located at 15816 Beth Shields Way Ruskin, FL 33573. FREE Event! Enjoy the musical stylings of talented duo Sonny and Perley as they present a unique selection of music from Cole Porter’s vast library of popular songs. Cole Porter was a celebrated Broadway composer of the 1920s and 1930s. Known for his sophisticated wit and playful style, Cole Porter was unique among the Great American composers. Funded by the Friends of the SouthShore Regional Library.
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Oldies But Goodies Dance Club Music from the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s Sunday - February 3 Community Hall Dancing 7 – 10 p.m. Entertainment: “Tony & Tricia” BYOB OBG Members free, Non-members $5 For more info, call Barbara: 633-5649
Foxy Seniors The Foxy Seniors Dance Club is having a pizza party and dance on February 16 from 7 to 10 p.m. in the Florida Room. Enjoy an evening of fun where you can dance and/or sing, hosted by ReAct Entertainment (Suzanne & Bruce). Open to Sun City Center, Kings Point and their guests. Couples & singles welcome. Members pay $3. Non-members pay $6. Reservations should be to Angelina by Feb. 9. BYOB. Casual Attire. For information or to reserve a table for eight, phone Angelina at 813-6341865.
“SWEETHEART” Square Dance T h e holidays are ove r, a N e w Ye a r has begun and the Sun City Center Swingers Square Dance Club – not to be caught in the doldrums after a hectic December 2012 - will hold a “Sweetheart” Mainstream/Plus Square Dance on Friday Night, February 8, 2013. This dance will not only honor our individual sweethearts but also appease each dancer’s “sweet tooth” with member-provided favorite sweets to enjoy. Beverages will also be available. Dancers: “Spear” your Sweetheart with “Cupids Arrow” and join us for this wonderful Dance and delicious refreshments. SPE C IA L NOT IC E ON CHANGE IN CALLERS AND DANCE LOCATION: These Special Dances, along with the club’s regular Friday Night
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MOONGLOW DANCE CLUB The Moonglow Ballroom Dance Club will feature the Live Music of “Daniel Fugazzotto” at its monthly dance on Thursday, February 28. Please join us at Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. for dancing and/or listening from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Dressy Casual. BYOB with cups, ice, water & napkins provided. Singles table(s) available. Club members are FREE and visitors/guests pay $5 per person at the door. Our 2013 dance schedule lists the great lineup of “Live Musicians” we have booked for your dancing and listening pleasure. Current members are requested to pay their dues, if not yet done. We always welcome new members, soencourage your friends and neighbors to join, too! Those who have fond memories of our “SCC Big Band Dances” will discover that the musicians at Moonglow Dances will be playing some of the same melodies. We still offer the same amazing bargain of 12 monthly dances to live music for $25 per person payable by check to Moonglow Dance Club. If you think that you can’t Ballroom Dance, remember we are not “Dancing with the Stars”. We each enjoy doing whatever our bodies allow us to do, in time to the varied music we have from different live musicians every month. No one will be judging your performance, so just come and have fun dancing your own style to live music. For more information please call 813-633-1297 OR 813-6428845. If you would like to receive our complete 2013 schedule online you may send email to gail3357@gmail. com. —Gail Bouverat
Mainstream/Plus Dances are held in Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. ((except Feb. 22, Mar. 8 and Nov. 15—these dances will be held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building). Pre-Rounds 7 7:30 p.m. Mainstream/Plus Dance 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Ron Reardon calls on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Friday of the month; Art Springer calls on the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month. Bob Ellis or Marty Van Wart will fill in as caller as needed. Pat Hagen cues. A Beginners Square Dance Class is held every Tuesday night, 6:30–8 p.m., in Room 3 of Community Hall. A Plus workshop follows 8–9:30 p.m. Van Coble is the instructor. Square Dancers: come join us for this Special Dance and every Friday Night for great dancing, fellowship and refreshments. For further information call Geri at 633-9742 or Leah at 6333986 and/or visit our website at floridasquaredance.com/suncity/ index. —Dick Shultz
Saturday, February 2, at Community Hall Dance is from 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Members free; guests $6. Music by Bernice Dubro Attire: Dressy Casual. Everyone welcome, Singles tables available. BYOB For further information, call Lennie Crooks at 642-9975.
Dance Classes in February 2013
SOCIAL DANCE CLASSES Sponsored by the Academy Dance Club. Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium. Open to all Sun City Center CA and Kings Point residents. Couples and singles welcome. $5 per class. For information, call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205. TUESDAY EVENING CLASSES (February 5,12,19,26) Beginning - Waltz 5:30 p.m. Intermediate -Tango 6:45 p.m. Beginning -West Coast Swing 8 p.m. WEDNESDAY DAY CLASSES (February 6,13,20,27) Beginning - Cha Cha 12:45 p.m. Intermediate - Swing 2 p.m. Silver - Bolero 3:15 p.m.
SINGLE DANCE CLASSES
This is a special dance session for FOR SINGLES ONLY. We will be teaching a few steps in the Rumba & Merengue. Open to all SCC and Kings Point residents: DATES: Mondays (February 4,11,18,25) TIME: 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. COST: $20 PER PERSON FOR ALL 4 CLASSES TAUGHT BY BERNICE DUBRO AND TOM GIANNINA CALL TO REGISTER: 634-3205 E-MAIL: DANCEWITHBERNICE@GMAIL.COM
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WED, FEB 20 – SCC DANCE PARTY, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., presented by the SCC Dance Club in Community Hall, 1910 So. Pebble Beach Blvd., Sun City Center. Featuring our Exclusive SCC Dance Club Playlist spun by Gerardo. Selections include: East & West Coast Swing, Slow and Line Dance, Fox Trot, Latin variations, Waltz, Country and Polka. Complimentary coffee and cookies all evening. BYOB and bring your friends. Open to SCC and KP residents and their guests. Members free. Guests $6 per person at the door. Singles welcome. For more info, call 813-634-9074. Frank M. Carl
Free Sunday Dance Practice
Need a place to practice your dance skills to various types of music? The perfect opportunity is every Sunday afternoon (2 – 3:30 p.m.) in the Dance Studio in the Atrium (CA Central Campus, N. Pebble Beach Blvd.). This is not a lesson, just a time to practice with some good music. The session, sponsored by the SCC Dance Club, is open to all members of the SCC Community Association or residents of Kings Point.
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AAUW Women of Distinction Brunch
The Sun City Center/Southshore Branch of the American Association of University Women will host a Champagne Brunch on Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at the Sun City Center Community Hall. It will begin at 10:30 AM and tickets are $20 per person. Tickets are available in the Atrium February 4 -8, 11-13, 9 a.m.-noon, or by calling Roxann 746-1350. All proceeds benefit Mature Women’s Scholarship. AAUW will be honoring this year’s Women of Distinction. Ellen Klieinschmidt, Teacher of the Year in 2006 and president of SCC Performing Arts. She received her BFA from the University of Wisconsin. Ellen continues to teach elementary music and spends time devoted to professional singing, acting and her play writing career.
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Ann Marie Leblanc, chair of the SCC 50th Anniversary Events and a past director on the SCC Community Association Board. She has worked with the Performing Arts, FunFest, Holiday Walk and Pancake Breakfast. She has had a special interest in all of these activities and more. Sandra W. Freedman, the first female mayor of Tampa 1986 – 1995. She is a graduate of the University of Miami, with a B.A. degree in Government. She was a speaker at the 1992 Democratic National Convention. Her interests are family, politics, travel, and exercise.
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The Computer Club
“LEARN AND CELEBRATE”
The February 6 meeting of the Computer Club will celebrate the Club’s 30th year of service to the Greater Sun City Center PC Community, and will include its popular “Q&A” feature, where PC users bring a problem or question to our panel of “gurus”, for resolution. The meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Florida Room. All Sun City Center and Kings Point residents are invited. For membership and meeting information, contact Gary Smith at 480-2753. Workshops:
Classes:
“USING A DIGITAL CAMERA VIRUS REMOVAL WORKSHOP: WITH YOUR COMPUTER” 9 a.m. on February 18. A three-hour 9 a.m. in the Computer Club workshop. Tuition is $10 payable Classroom A three-hour workshop upon registration. on Feb. 4, repeated on Feb. 11. Tuition $10 payable upon registration. Register daily, except Sunday, at the Computer Club Classroom in the Atrium 12:30 – 5p.m. All Classes are held in the Computer Club classroom.
Quack-tacular Lucky Duck Day SCC Atrium Outdoor Pool Saturday, March 2, 2013 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
For more information, call Are you aware that Human Bunny at 634-6387. Trafficking is the fastest growing criminal activity in the world? The average age of children being forced into prostitution is age 12 - 14. The SCC Community Campaign Against Human Trafficking is working to increase awareness of this Human Trafficking tragedy and to create social change in South Hillsborough County. The Campaign will be celebrating its first annual “Quacktacular Lucky Duck Day” fundraising event on Saturday, March 2, 2013 at the Sun City Center Atrium Outdoor Pool, starting at 11:30. The Diamondettes and the Softball C e l e b r at i n g 1 0 y e a r s o f League will be selling boxed lunches musical theater entertainment, The and drinks. Tap your foot or dance to Performing Arts Company of Sun the terrific music of the Front Porch City Center presents “THE GREAT Pickers and watch a water show by BROADWAY SONGBOOK” at the Swim Dancers. the Rollins Theater in Sun City The proceeds from the Center (970 Cherry Hills Drive). fundraiser will go to Bridging Performers include PAC favorites Freedom, Inc. a 501©3 non-profit Chuck Collett, Ellen Kleinschmidt, national organization formed to Michael Peacock, Lew Resseguie help children and young adults and Eileen Valentino. This talented who have been trapped in Child troupe will share their personal show Sex Slavery. The effort is to raise business stories and their favorite funds for a long-term secure shelter show tunes. Featured musicals in with rehabilitative programming for victims of domestic child sex the “Great Broadway Songbook” are trafficking. The SCC Core Group is songs from “South Pacific” and “Guys working with the Clearwater/Tampa and Dolls.” Bay Area Task Force on Human THE GREAT BROADWAY Trafficking. The Tampa area ranks SONGBOOK opens on Feb. 14 and third in the nation for this criminal runs February 14, 15, 16, 20, 21, activity. Our neighboring towns of 22, and 23 at 7:30 p.m. with a 2:30 Wimauma and Ruskin are at risk. matinee on Saturday, February 16. Tickets are $10 and are available at the Sun City Center Atrium Kiosk Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to noon. For credit card ticket orders or further information, please call 813-220-7913.
THE GREAT BROADWAY SONGBOOK
Got Duck??? “Quack-tacular Lucky Duck” tickets will be sold weekly Mon.-Wed.- Fri. at the Sun City Center Atrium Kiosk from 9 – noon. One lucky duck is a $5 donation; a “6-quack” for a $25 donation and you get 1 free duck; and a “Whole Flock” of 13 for a donation of $50. We have 4,000 numbered ducks all waiting to be floated in the Sun City Center Atrium Pool. Your “Lucky Duck” ticket number will correspond to a number on a duck in the pool from which prize winners will be selected at random by a blindfolded swimmer. Prizes will be given. You do not have to be present to win! What a deal! Treat yourself to a wonderful day of fun! Support the Community C amp ai g n Ag ai n s t Hu m an Trafficking sponsored by The Hope Fund! For more information contact Sarah Hardy 813-938-1351 or email her at sarahtoot@aol.com.
China Painters
On Jan. 8, the SCC China Painters Club participated in the second of their two-part educational class with china painting teacher Joyce Baiss. The subject was “Grapes in a Basket.” Joyce is pictured here, (center), with students, left, Diane Vorst & right, Carmen O’Kane. These classes are made possible by a grant received from the Sun City Center Community Impact Fund. Light refreshments were served. The China Painting club room in the Arts & Craft Building is open Mon., Wed., & Fri., from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visitors are welcome.
2013 New Year’s Resolution - MUSIC
That keyboard or organ that is stored in your closet or that you dust every week, come learn how to play it! The Organ/KeyBoard Club meets every Thursday in the Florida Room at 9 a.m. for a group lesson for $3. You will get music that is yours to keep and practice at home on your instrument. Pictured is Ruth from Music Avenue teaching us how to play. For additional information call Barb Carlini at 813-633-2022.
International Forum
The International Forum announces a panel discussion on Contemporary India on Friday, February 8. All Forum programs are from 9:3011:30 a.m. in the Florida Room of the Atrium off North Pebble Beach Blvd. and are open to residents and friends of SCC and Kings Point (second Friday of February, March and April). Four panelists will include Gopal Dandekar whose initial talk will focus on India’s relations with its neighboring countries and the United States; Lata Karlekar will discuss women’s issues in contemporary India; Balwant Karlekar’s focus will include industrial development in contemporary; and Russ Kevala will share images of his recent trip to India with a concentration on environmental issues. An open question/answer discussion will follow. Pat Diehl
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GFWC SCC Woman’s Club Supports the Community Campaign Against Human Trafficking
The International Outreach Committee of the GFWC SCC Woman’s Club hosted the Human Trafficking Awareness Day event in the Florida Room. Shown from left are Jean Smith, GFWC SCC Woman’s Club president; June Wallace, International Outreach Committee Chair and Facilitator for the Tampa Bay Community Campaign Against Human Trafficking; Sarah Hardy, who chaired the free movie and popcorn event; and Joan Kramer, Treasurer of the SCC Community Campaign against Human Trafficking.
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SEW ’N SEWS BLOCK CLUB
PHOTO BY KATHERINE BENOIT
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Sew ‘n Sews members join “Block of the Month Club.” Left to Right: Pat Kinney, Gloria Blickenderfer. The Sew ‘n Sews quilting group recently began a “Block of the Month” special interest group that meets monthly to work on a distinct quilting block. Instructors vary each month, and patterns vary as well. Participants can learn new designs, get advice and have fun working together. For more information, email scc.sew.n.sews@ gmail.com.
The SCC Community Campaign Against Human Trafficking will sponsor a spectacular “QUACK-TACULAR” LUCKY DUCK DAY on March 2 to benefit Bridging Freedom. There will be lunch and entertainment at the Atrium Pool from 12 noon until 2 p.m. The Duck Pluck will be at 2. Ducks are on sale at the Atrium Ticket GFWC Woman’s Club Donates Kiosk. One Lucky Duck is $5; a 6-quack is $25 with Dollars and Supplies to the one free duck and a whole flock is $50. Monetary prizes will be awarded based on the finish of the Mary Martha House numbered ducks. The GFWC SCC Woman’s Club has adopted the SCC Community Campaign against Human Trafficking as the primary focus of its International Outreach Committee. June Wallace chairs the Woman’s Club International Outreach Committee and is the facilitator for the Tampa Bay Community Campaign Against Human Trafficking. The SCC Community Campaign Against Human Trafficking hosted a free movie and popcorn afternoon in the Florida Room in January in recognition of National Human Trafficking Awareness Day. Laura Hamilton, Clearwater/ Tampa Bay Task Force on Human Trafficking coordinator and founder and president of Karenina Mullins (left) of the Mary Martha “Bridging Freedom, Inc.,” was the speaker. House administrative staff receives a check from She said that Florida is #3 in the United Gloria Brooker, Home Life Chair of the GFWC States for all forms of Human Trafficking and Sun City Center Woman’s Club. In addition to the Tampa area is #5 on the FBI’s list of cities in money, the members of the club donated many the US with the highest concentration of child household items, a few of which are shown, to this sex trafficking. Bridging Freedom is a 501(c)3 charity that aids women recovering from domestic non-profit created for the purpose of providing violence situations. Each month the club donates a long-term, therapeutic, safe home for children merchandise to a different charity. who have been victims of Human Sex Trafficking. Roselyn Cruthis This horrific crime is in every community in the United States and the Sun City Center group Polish Heritage Club is being used as a model to start other community campaigns. Most recently, they have launched a Tickets will be on sale for the Punski Ball Brandon Community Campaign Against Human to be held Saturday, February 9. For more Trafficking. information, call John at 813-633-3797. Roselyn Cruthis
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The Irish Connection held its first general meeting of the year on Friday, January 4, in the Florida Room. President Fred Lofland gave special recognition to Larry Vaughn and Ian Donnelly for their wonderful efforts in the creation of the Irish Tinker Wagon which won 1st place in the Club category in the 2012 ‘Tis the Sea-Sun’ Golf Cart Parade held December 8. Following was a presentation by Ruskin Guest Speaker Kelly Kowall, (Proud Gold Star Mother of Specialist Corey Kowall, Sept. 20, 2009, K.I.A.), who is founder and president of FAVE Boating Expeditions, Inc., which provides boating trips to veterans, soldiers, and Gold Star families who have endured a loss, and Eyes on the Sky’sProject Corregidor, a non-profit Armed Forces Peer Mentoring and Grief Program to provide healing and hope for soldiers and veterans who have endured the loss of a comrade in arms. Brigid Gaurino spoke of an Irish dance class she is planning and passed around a sign-up sheet for those wishing to participate. The social committee provided a generous amount of snack foods suitable for the evening with a “get to know your neighbor” theme. The February general meeting will be held Feb 1, 6:30 p.m., in the Florida Room. All are welcome. Contact Bonnie Matthys for information, 813-642-8663.
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Annual Christmas Luncheon for the SCC Men’s Club and their Ladies
Barbara Van Eycken provided the outstanding entertainment for this annual luncheon. She took her audience on a musical journey through past Christmases with her tribute to such early divas as Judy Garland, Rosemary Clooney and Barbara Striesand by singing many of the Christmas songs they recorded. For more information on the SCC Men’s Club, contact John Armstrong, VP Membership at (813) 634-6434.
Steve Jerve, WFLA, to Address SCC Men’s Club
The chief meteorologist of WFLA TV will speak to the SCC Men’s Club at their February 20, 2013 meeting and luncheon. Steve was the Grand Marshall of the Sun City Center 50th Anniversary Celebration and Parade last year. The cost is $12 per member and includes a buffet lunch. The doors open at 11 a.m. at Community Hall on South Pebble Beach Blvd. For more information on the Men’s Club, contact John Armstrong, VP Membership at (813) 634-6434. —Don Murphy
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THE SCC MEN’S CHORUS GETTING READY FOR THE 2013 SPRING CONCERT SEASON
After a successful fall season, the Sun City Center Men’s Chorus is now busy rehearsing for its spring season. The chorus will be singing five performances in the next three months beginning with its annual spring concert scheduled for 7 p.m. on March15, at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church located on West Del Webb Blvd. A free will offering will be taken to help cover expenses. The chorus is under the direction of Mr. Paul Barrientos. He brings a wealth of musical knowledge to the chorus having taught voice and conducted chorus and band at New Mexico Technical Institute of Mining & Engineering. Paul has also performed with the Boston Symphony, the Santa Fe Symphony and New Mexico Symphony. His gift to the chorus is one that members are really beginning to appreciate, free vocal training at every rehearsal. This year’s spring concert will have something for every one. Songs including “Sentimental Journey” then moving to a Western theme with “Cool Water,” and ending with “The Battle Hymn of the Republic,” plus others. For an evening of wonderful music come check them out on March 15. The chorus will also be performing with the Sun City Center Women’s Chorus in March. For more information, call Bob Garrod, president at 634-4110.
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“MALE CALL” FOR PROSTATE HEALTH
(L-R): Fred Lofland introducing Guest Speaker Kelly Kowall
Sponsored by the Men’s Club of Sun City Center, “Male Call” will host its next meeting Monday, February 11, 2 p.m. at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb Blvd. West. The speaker will be Rabbi Dr. Ed Weinsberg, (Ed.D., D.D.) of Sarasota. His topic is REIGNITING INTIMACY AFTER PROSTATE CANCER AND ITS TREATMENT EFFECTS. Rabbi Ed is a prostate cancer survivor, gerontologist, healthcare educator and intimacy coach. It is suggested that patients, partners and physicians attend. Refreshments will be served. —Harry Benter
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Rosie Clifton is shown receiving a portrait of her and Bob Mills from renowned local artist Charles Bithom. Rosie is the winner of a raffle sponsored by the Sun City Center Men’s Chorus. The proceeds of the raffle help defray expenses of the chorus. Bithom is a member of the chorus and his generous contribution of a yearly portrait is greatly appreciated. His specialty is creating fine oil paintings from a photo. Many residents of Sun City Center have commissioned portraits by Bithom. —Bob Garrod
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Club Happenings 4 FEBRUARY ART CLUB DEMO Following a brief Art Club business meeting at 1 p.m. on Monday, February 18, there will be a watercolor demonstration by Jean H. Grastorf, pictured above. She will demo the use of poured
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Patt Sulzberger Featured Photographer at the SCC Chamber of Commerce
Patt Sulzberger is the featured photographer for the SCC Photo Club’s monthly display at the SCC Chamber of Commerce. Patt has been an active member of the SCC Photo Club for several years and has served as its secretary and competitions coordinator. Patt has won many awards in state and local competitions. She has traveled extensively and her photos reflect the landscapes and people of those travels. Her exhibit is entitled “Moments in Time” and will feature many of her award-winning photos. Please come to the opening of her display at the SCC Chamber of Commerce between 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. on February 14 to meet her and enjoy some wine and cheese. Her photographs will be on display through March 13. 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. —Vicki Breaugh
watercolor washes to create the illusion of light falling on, through and around objects. This demo is the introduction to a unique painting technique. A graduate of the Rochester Institute of Technology and further study at the School of Ceramics at Alfred NY, Jean’s works now appear in watercolor books, magazines, and in her authored book Pouring Light, Layering Transparent Washes. She has taught for watercolor societies throughout the country, including Alaska and Hawaii, as well as overseas in Greece and the Carribean. Jean’s demonstration will be held in Rollins Theater and all are invited. T h e I r i s h C o n n e c t i o n’s Membership in the Art Club Valentine’s Day Party is on Thursday, is not a requirement for attendance. February 14, in the Florida Room at 6 —Ed Laudano p.m., with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. BYOB. Enjoy a fantastic sit-down catered meal followed by a variety of live music, showcasing the talents of Chuck and Rita Weirich, for your listening pleasure. Contact Phyllis Colleran 813634-3308 or Fred Lofland 813600-7415 with questions and for information on tickets. —Robbin Stratton-Upson
Displayed above are some of the finished products by the China Painters Club. Now that the holiday season is over, the Sun City Center China Painters Club is ready to begin the new year with a full schedule of painting classes that they have lined up. January 15 will have them completing the second class with teacher Joyce Baiss on “Grapes in a Basket.” Additional classes with various teachers are scheduled for each month. These classes with outside teachers are made possible by the grant the club received from Sun City Center Community Impact Fund. The China Painters Club is open each Mon., Wed., & Fri., from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. They are located in the Sun City Center Arts & Craft building. Visitors are welcome.
2013 Stained Glass Club Show
The Sun City Center Stained Glass Club’s 3rd Annual Show is scheduled for February 22 and 23 in the Atrium’s Florida Room. The show is open to the public at no cost on Friday, February 22 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and on Saturday, February 23 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. The show will be judged by professional glass artists Alan Toy and Pip Steele and will display pieces in a number of categories including soldered panels, lamps, sun catchers, mosaics, fused work, jewelry and sandblasting. The judges will select the winners in each category and the Best of Show award. A People’s Choice award will be determined by votes of the show’s visitors. Last year the show had over 100 entries and over 500 viewers voted for the People’s Choice award. For more information stop by the Stained Glass Club in the Arts and Crafts Building between 9 and noon Monday through Friday, or call the club President, Sue Wilson at 813-633-3053.
German Musical Show
The SCC German-American Club is hosting a musical dinner party on Thursday, March 14 at 4:30 p.m. in Community Hall at 1910 S. Pebble Beach. The musicians—all from Europe, include singers, Romy and Alex Becker—and providing the accordion and guitar music will be the Zillertaler Edelweiss Duo. If you enjoy the alpine sound, this is the event for you. The show will be presented at 5 p.m. and dinner will be at 6 p.m. The buffet dinner includes ham steak, chicken Marsala, scalloped potatoes, string beans, bread and dessert. Dinner, entertainment and dancing, all for $20! The group of entertainers is doing a Florida tour which includes Brooksville, Casselberry, Hollywood and Naples. The Sun City Center club feels fortunate to be able to be included. To get tickets for this entertaining musical party, send or drop off your check to Mike Albanese at 1808 Granville Lane, Sun City Center, FL 33573. —Judy Quitsch
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Tax Club Salutes the United Community Church for 25 Years of Support for Free Tax Return Filing in Sun City Center
The Sun City Center Tax-Aide program will celebrate its 25th year doing free tax returns for the residents of the Greater Sun City Center area at the United Community Church at LaJolla Avenue and North Pebble Beach Boulevard. This AARP Foundation affiliate, with an all-volunteer staff of local residents, assisted more than 4,000 people during last year’s tax season! This remarkable total was accomplished by 37 Sun City Center volunteers who worked more than 3,000 hours at the United Community Church and the Ruskin Neighborhood Center preparing over 2,000 federal 1040 returns and assisting many shut-ins with their taxes. In addition, 24 Kings Point residents were trained in tax preparation law, filing procedure, and in efiling tax returns by computer, and they efiled an additional 862 returns. Seven more volunteers arranged the appointments, greeted clients, and helped them identify records that would be needed to complete their tax returns. In setting up its schedule, the Tax Club used an all-day phone-in appointment plan at the United
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Community Church site so they could accommodate working people and those who have difficulty waiting for assistance. The volunteers filed over 1,900 returns, 98% of those 1040 returns by computer, a process that saves tax money, simplifies recordkeeping, and speeds refunds. Tax-aide volunteers assisted older persons and working poor from Riverview, Gibsonton, Ruskin, Lithia, Wimauma, Apollo Beach, and Balm as well as Sun City Center. Eighty percent of their clients were over 60 years old. The returns they filed resulted in $4 million in tax revenue with more than $2.4 million in tax refunds, $237,000 in child tax credits, and $315,000 in earned income credits for local residents. The IRS estimates that they save local residents more than $324,000 in tax preparation fees. For the seventh year, they also operated a site at the Ruskin County Neighborhood Service Center on Saturdays to assist local citizens there with their 1040 returns. Marilyn Wilson, the program local coordinator, advises everyone to bring photo ID and Social Security cards or Social Security statements
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for all persons, including dependents. Bring a copy of death certificate for any spouse deceased in 2012 or 2013. Bring a copy of any Power of Attorney if you plan to sign the return for that person. We need last year’s tax return, current W-2 forms from employers, 1099 forms for interest, dividends, stock sales, pensions, and IRA distributions. Please gather information about the purchase date and purchase price of any stock, etc. sold in 2012. Be sure to bring an accurate list of any estimated tax payments you sent to the IRS. Bring your check book if you want any refund directly deposited to your bank account. We reserve the right to see the Social Security cards for all persons listed on the return before we provide service. United Community Church (use west entrance) - North Pebble Beach at LaJolla - Sun City Center Monday through Friday - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. - Walk-in service. For an appointment - For February 1 - April 15 - call 634-3502.
Ruskin Neighborhood Service Center - 201 14 Ave SE - Ruskin Saturday - 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Walk-in service only. Se habla Espanol. Call (813) 671-7647. Kings Point Clubhouse - 1900 Clubhouse Dr. - Kings Point Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.. Call (813) 938-8959 between 9 and 3 on MWF to make an appointment. Sun City Center Shut-ins and Lake Towers Residents: Call 634-4200 for appointments. For more information about the AARP tax aide program in Sun City Center, call Marilyn Wilson at 633-5679. In Kings Point, you can call Pete O’Brien at 634-8108 for information. The Tax Club website is mysite.verizon.net/resr3sdp/ scctaxaide/. Perhaps you would like to join in as a volunteer next year? Give Marilyn a call.
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Metaphysical Society February Meetings
We d n e s d a y, F e b r u a r y 6 – Metaphysical Society Meeting and Presentation 10 a.m. in the Sandpiper Room at 945-C North Course Lane, Sun City Center. Topic: How to be Really Happy. Speaker Ed Foote has been a student of the book A Course in Miracles for over 25 years, and has been a member of Edgar Cayce’s Association for Research & Enlightenment (the A.R.E.) for the same length of time. Ed’s metaphysical audio library of over 500 lectures was the subject of an article in the Venture Inward magazine published by the A.R.E. Ed believes that people are always looking for ways to achieve happiness, but their definition of happiness often leads them to be less than satisfied with their search. A spiritual truth is that we all are meant to be happy. His presentation will give a brief introduction and history of A Course in Miracles and examine how we can achieve true happiness by removing the roadblocks we inadvertently use to block our path.
We d n e s d a y, F e b r u a r y 1 3 Metaphysical Society Meeting and Presentation 10 a.m. in the Heritage Room at 947 North Course Lane, Sun City Center. Topic: World Peace Initiative. Visionary guide, artist and shaman, presenter Jack Alexander not only moves us with his incredible art, he reaches out to inspire us. We invite those who know and understand— and those who desire to know and understand—to attend this informative Question and Answer discourse. J a c k b e l i e v e s t h a t , “A s individuals, we are the pathway to true world peace.” He says that “As we continue into the new year, let us be ever present in our heart-mind frequencies, staying awake and aware to the reality that our thoughts set the intentions for our future.” He believes that thoughts are truly the manifestation of how we view ourselves. Hence, we are the key for manifesting the fulfillment of our individual and collective ‘Divine Purpose’ as humanity. He challenges us to co-create from within “... on Earth as it is in Heaven”—World Peace.
We d n e s d ay, Fe b r u a r y 2 0 – Metaphysical Society Meeting and Presentation 10 a.m. in the Florida Room at 945-D North Course Lane, Sun City Center. Topic: Spiritual Dance. Presenter Ed Foote has been a student of the book A Course in Miracles for over 25 years, and has been a member of Edgar Cayce’s Association for Research & Enlightenment (the A.R.E.) for the same length of time. Spiritual Dance is a joyful celebration of movement which unites people in community—a community where people are moving toward a spiritual center and a community where all persons are included as equals. It is a physical expression of harmony and prayer which results in a feeling of peace. The dances are non-denominational and thus appeal to people of a variety of spiritual paths. All dances are gentle and easy to learn, involving very little walking, and are enjoyed by adults of all ages. You will leave refreshed and at peace.
Topic: Remembering Who We Are—Connecting with Higher Aspects of Ourself. Speaker Ortrun Franklin, is a Coptic Minister, an Intuitive Counselor, Lecturer, Seminar and Workshop Leader, and Author, who has been a student of spiritual metaphysics for over 30 years with emphasis on Spiritual growth. Her journey has taken her into the deepest realms of meditative experience. Speaker Carl Franklin, has been an ordained Minister for 40 years, the first 13 years as a Lutheran Minister and then as a Coptic Minister. Holding degrees in business, theology and counseling, he is also an international speaker and workshop leader. Not only is he a sensitive and skilled counselor, he is a metaphysical researcher and the author of the highly-acclaimed “Alpha Breakthrough Series” of selfhelp tapes. He says that self-hypnosis has allowed him to go beyond the five senses into such areas as: channeling, dowsing, communicating with the Ascended Masters and Angels. In his Life Script readings, he is able to tap into the Akashic record, which holds one’s life plan. Open to the public. Admission: We d n e s d ay, Fe b r u a r y 2 7 – Metaphysical Society Meeting and Love Offering. For information contact: 813-419-4704 or 813- 938Presentation 10 a.m. in the Heritage Room 5686. E-mail at: metaphysicalsociety@ at 947 North Course Lane, Sun City gmail.com. —Holli Cantrell Center.
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Club Happenings 6 A Sun City Center Sectional Duplicate Bridge Tourney is scheduled for February 8, 9, l0 of 2013 to be held in Community Hall, 1910 Pebble Beach Blvd. S., Sun City Center, Fl. 33573. Friday and Saturday Schedule: Stratified open pairs and 299er pairs 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Sunday Schedule: Swiss Teams 10 a.m. play through. A NLM Swiss Team game will be available if there are sufficient tables (5 minimum). Mini Lectures: Friday, 9:l5 a.m. “Defensive Communication” by Pat Rippel and Saturday: 9:l5 a.m. “Opening Leads” by Virgil Eveleigh. Continental breakfast daily and homemade cookies. Game Fees: Open and 299ers: $10/person; Swiss $25/ person, lunch included. $1additional for non- and unpaid ACBL members. Strats: 299ers: 0-99, 100-199, 200-299. Open: 0-750, 750-2000, 2000+. Comfort Inn has rooms for $89. Call 813-633-3318; ask for Jessie. Comfort Inn is located at 718 Cypress Village Blvd. Turn left at the first light after exiting I-75.Tournament Chair: Sue Batt, 813-600-5549; Partnership: Dorothy Eveleigh, 813-642-9005. Director in Charge -- Patty Johnson.
GFWC SCC Woman’s Club Plans Program for the Community Campaign Against Human Trafficking
GFWC SCC Woman’s Club president, Jean Smith announced the meeting on February 21 will be hosted by the club’s International Outreach Committee. June Wallace, who chairs the committee is also the Facilitator for the Tampa Bay Community Campaign Against Human Trafficking. The program, “The Sad State of Human Trafficking in Florida” will feature community awareness information and various Human Trafficking prevention projects. There will be several displays explaining how people may get involved if they wish. Projects such as “Safe Schools, Safe Libraries” help assure school and library computers are kept free from pornography; another project, “Artreach” is focused on educating middle school children about Human Trafficking, how to identify it and not get caught in the web. Anyone who would like to know more about the Tampa Bay Community Campaign Against Human Trafficking is welcome. A complete lunch will be provided by Banquet Masters. It includes a choice of entrees, dessert and beverage for $14. Reservations are required by February 15. For a reservation, please contact Connie Williams, 633-6395 or sccconnie@yahoo.com. —Roz Cruthis
Audubon Club to Meet on February 2
The Sun City Center Audubon Club will meeting on Saturday, February 2, 2013, in the Florida Room of the Atrium. Refreshments will be served at 9:30 a.m., and attendees will view the entries in the photo contest and vote for their favorites. The winners will be announced later during the meeting. Following a brief business meeting at 10 a.m., Dr. Shirley Denton, botanist, will discuss how to attract birds and wildlife to your backyard. Members will have an opportunity to sign up for a field trip on Wednesday, February 6, to see some SCC homes with naturalized landscaping and to visit Sweet Bay Nursery in Parrish. Guests are welcome at all meetings. For information, call Lynn 938-1065. —Lynn Knapp
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Gadgets: the dictionary defines them as small tools with a practical use that are often thought of as a novelty. For photographers, camera gadgets can range from being extremely useful to being a little useful, but very fun. Michael Arbor will be demonstrating the camera gadgets we would all love to have at the February 12 meeting of the SCC Photo Club at 6:30 p.m. in the Caper Room. Mr. Arbor is a professional photographer who is also the vicepresident and general manager of Johns on PhotoImaging in Bradenton. He has access to many new gadgets, as well as those tried and true gadgets that we could all benefit from owning. Community members and guests are welcome to attend. The meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. in the Caper Room with a tutorial. After a short business meeting at 7 p.m., the program will begin. For more information on the club and its activities, see our website at www.photoclubscc.com or visit the learning lab at 960D Cherry Hills Drive. Dues for the 2013 year remain at $20 per person or $30 per household couple and provide access to club activities, competitions and classes as well as the photo lab with computers, scanners and large format printers.
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Military Affairs
Association of Naval Aviation, Silver Osprey Chapter to have Colonel Luke Lloyd, USA (ret) Speak February 8.
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Lut h e r ( Lu k e ) L l o y d (R) retired from t he U S A r my as a Colonel following 30 years of service. He served in Airborne Infantr y and Armor combat units as well as Intelligence ( D e f e n s e Intelligence Agency, DIA). His military schooling included Arabic language. His civilian schooling included a Master’s degree in Arab Studies from the American University in Beirut, Lebanon. As an intelligence officer, he specialized in the “Middle East.” He is the author of a book entitled Out of Darkness. Colonel Lloyd’s talk, “The Islam You Do Not Understand,” will give the audience a general view of the political and religious goals of Islam. He will discuss Muslim activities both nationally and in Brigadier Gen. Andrew “Boomer” Smith the state of Florida. You do not have to be a veteran to attend Brigadier General Andrew “Boomer” Smith this luncheon meeting. For reservations, please of the Australian Army was the January 2, 2013 contact Tom Harding by phone, 813-634-1236, Military Officers of America Association (MOAA) or e-mail at tharcons@aol.com. Reservations and checks ($17) must be received no later than Feb 6. speaker. —Roger T. Kennicutt Smith is one of approximately 50 foreign officers detailed to US Central Command (CENTCOM) in Tampa and is currently serving MFST holds Community as the director of the Combined Planning Leaders Luncheon Group for CENTCOM. Smith spoke on the The Military Family Support Trust (MFST) role of CENTCOM and the global importance of the CENTCOM area of operation (AOR), recently held a luncheon to honor the leaders of which includes the Middle East, southwest the Sun City Center (SCC) and Kings Point (KP) Asia, and central Asia. His talk highlighted the military and civic organizations. The luncheon interconnections between economic factors, was held on January 10, and the guest speakers geography and human elements that can and were Ed Barnes, president of the SCC Community do contribute to higher risk of conflict between Association (CA), Eileen Peco, president of the countries, Kings Point Federation, and Colin Howgill, The general also fielded questions from chairman of the MFST Board of Trustees. the members and discussed the long standing, Ed Barnes discussed the results of a recently mutually beneficial association our two countries publicized survey that was taken by the SCC have experienced. residents, as well as both long and short term CA —B. Frank Kepley, CAPT, USN, (Ret) plans, Eileen Peco discussed the KP five-seven year development plan as well as the Heritage Park renovation and Colin Howgill thanked all of the honored guests for their generous support of the MFST goals. Don Shings, current president of MFST, introduced the guests and provided background material on the organization. PHOTO BY FRANK KEPLEY
(L-R) Col. Luke Lloyd, SAR-Mary Culliton, Vice Regent DAR, Tom Culliton Col. George Mercer Brooke Chapter, DAR, had the past president of the Tampa Chapter of Sons of the American Revolution (SAR), Col. Luke Lloyd, as speaker at their December meeting. The SAR is trying to establish a Chapter of SAR in Sun City Center and quite a few interested men attended the meeting. If you are interested in joining or would like further information, contact Gordon Bassett at 813-642-0691. —Jo Prater
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SUN CITY CENTER VETERANS’ HOEDOWN
The annual Sun City Center Veterans’ Dinner/Dance will take place Saturday, March 2, 2013 in the Community Association’s Florida Room. It is sponsored by the combined Sun City Center veterans organizations. All veterans and friends are welcome. A social hour with appetizers will start at 5 p.m. A three-entrée buffet (steamship round, fried chicken, pulled pork) by Banquet Masters with their famous dessert bar will follow at 6 p.m. The program will be a mix of patriotism and entertainment. Music and dancing will be provided by The KEGG featuring Kelly Emerson and Gary Garbelman. There will also be additional special entertainment. Dress is casual – country & western, patriotic, or military. No shorts or flip flops please. BYOB and setups; glasses and ice will be provided. There will be both 50/50 and “Happy Hour Basket” raffles. Cost is $26 per person. Reserved tables for eight are available. Tickets can be purchased through the American Legion (633-4059), DAV (634-1761), Leathernecks (260-3136), MOAA (633-8581), MOWW (634-6193), Silver Osprey Squadron (260-3221) or for general ticket sales (260-3221 or e-mail at sccveteransdance@aol.com). Checks should be made payable to “American Legion Post 246ww.” —Paul Wheat
MFST is a 501(c)3 charitable trust established in 1992 and headquartered in SCC Freedom Plaza. Using contributions the MFST provides significant benefits to both national and local individuals and programs related to military and federal employees. Some of the beneficiaries are JROTC cadets; scholarships to children and grandchildren; assistance to Homeless Women Veterans; Guide Dog training; the VA’s Helping Hand program; and other similar charitable endeavors.
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—B. Frank Kepley, CAPT, USN, (Ret) Ed Barnes, president of the SCC Community Association (far left) and Eileen Peco, president of the Kings Point Federation (left) were honored by the MFST.
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Registration Day The first day of registration w a s a re a l i n d i c at i on t h e re many individuals who “Yearn to Learn.” Don’t miss this great opportunity to join your friends and neighbors, get in on the fun and learn something new. Remember, there is still plenty time to register. Many opportunities remain for you to enroll in the Un i t e d C o m mu n i t y C hu r c h College, 1501 La Jolla Ave, Sun City Center Spring session. There are 42 diversified classes, many new this year, and five one-day outings. The classes are 90 minutes in length and tuition is $25 for six classes beginning February 11 through March 21. T h e Ta m p a G e n e r a l Hospital Health S eries is p r e s e nt e d at 1 0 : 3 0 a . m . o n Wednesdays. There is a $5 walk-in fee each week and no registration is required. Late registration is available through the first week of class es in the C ollege of f ice Mond ay t hr u Thurs d ay 8:30 a.m. to noon. The office is closed on Friday. Catalogs listing the classes, schedules and instructors are available in the College office and throughout the community. For your convenience, you may also register online for unlimited classes at www.4lifelearning.org. The College phone number is 813-634-8607. The entire community and surrounding area are invited to “C ome, Learn and Enjoy,” because it is never too late to educate. —Larry Piechoski
MINI RELAY FOR LIFE SCC YARD SALE
The 2nd annual yard sale will be held February 23 from 8 a.m.-1 p.m.in the Payant Financial parking lot on the corner of SR674 and Sun City Center Plaza. The Relay is one of the major fundraisers for the American Cancer Society that will take place on April 6 from 2-9 p.m. in the Trinity Baptist Church parking lot. Our goal for 2013 is $41,000. The Relay teams will be collecting items for this sale. Also this year, we are offering spaces to those who wish to sell their items at this event. Spaces (a 6 or 8 foot table) are $10 each. Notify Vivian Hodgkin, Event Chair, at 813-6343992 by Februay 8 if you wish to participate. Help find a cure! —Robin Kitzmiller
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A Great Day Away – The Community Church College Way Truly a great season of trips and tours are being offered by the Community Church College this season. More exciting days of adventures: February, 10 - An afternoon at the Asolo Theater in Sarasota to enjoy the production “You Can’t Take It With You.” February 15 – “Jewels on the Bay.” Share this experience seeing a total of 34 rooms, decorated by different designers, in two different homes. February 22 – Treat yourself to some fine Blueberry wine at “Keel & Curley Winery.” March 8 – Put on your walking shoes to tour the “Raymond James Art Gallery in St. Pete.” March 15 – Ride one of the world’s largest airboats at the “Myakka Safari’s Tour.” March 22 – Partake in a beautiful luncheon on the water at the “StarLite Sapphire Dining Yacht” in St. Petersburg. For fur ther information, contact the College at 813 634-8607.
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Angel Angel is a delightful Terrier mix who came to us as a stray. She is just as easy going as she is cute. Angel is fun when it is time to play, and cuddles when you feel like just being quiet. Angel likes other dogs, big and small. She is an allaround wonderful dog! She would make a great companion for just about any home. As part of her adoption, Angel will be spayed. She is microchipped and current on her vaccinations. DOB: Dec. 2, 2010.
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Cleo Cleo is a beautiful and friendly adult cat who was found as a stray. She has gorgeous white fur and a loving personality. Cleo has been under the weather for quite a while but this dear would do great in a loving home with a caring owner. Since she has all the TLC she needs, she is ready for that forever home. Could you be that person? As part of the adoption, Cleo has been spayed, brought up-to-date on shots and will be microchipped. DOB: November 2, 2005.
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The Consumer Affairs Committee presents:
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Thursday, February 14, 2013 10:00 am - Caper Room Guest Speakers:
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Learn how to make your A/C unit and other appliances run more efficiently Learn tips to keep your expenses down
Learn how not to be ripped off by unscrupulous contractors The Consumer Affairs Register is available at suncitycenter.org. - Click on the SCC logo, Slide across the top to “Resources” and down to “Consumer Affairs.” The link to the Register is at the bottom of the page under the Disclaimer and Information sections.
Are you stressed with the caregiving experience? Do you need to talk to someone managing similar caregiving responsibilities? Join us at Homewood Residence® Freedom Plaza Sun City Center on the first and third Thursday of each month for our Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group. We’ll provide you with the education, information and resources you need in a caring, confidential environment. Anna Lively, MS, Registered Mental Health Counselor, will be available to guide the group and to answer your questions and concerns. Don’t miss this supportive event.
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2013 Good Samaritan Ball Friday, March 22nd, 2013 (5 p.m.) Kings Point Borini Theater
Seated l-r: Martha Stubing, Claire Jacobs, Brenda Perkins & Tarja Salin. Standing l-r: Bob Stubing, Darlene & Larry Meadows*, Barbara & Harold VanEyken* & Mike Perkins [*Past Chairpersons] An elegant, outrageously exciting evening awaits the guests of the 2013 Good Samaritan Ball, and this year’s theme, “Celebrate the Decades”, will certainly stir up many memories. Samaritan Services of Greater Sun City Center is the charitable organization that benefits from the proceeds of the ball. It is only with the financial support and volunteers of our community that services such as Alzheimer’s Respite Care, Support Groups, Companion Care and transportation to medical appointments and local hospitals remains free to those in need. The 2013 Committee recently had a wonderful meeting with four
past chairpersons to exchange ideas in order to continuously improve the success of this charitable fundraiser. This year, as you arrive, a valet will park your vehicle and you can walk through antique cars as you reminisce about the vehicle you might have called “the car of my dreams”. Upon entering the main reception area, you will have champagne, hors d’ oeuvres, formal portraits and possibly meet a movie star. After the reception, you will enter the theater decorated to inspire all our guests as their tables reflect our youth. Enjoy the open bar and gourmet meal catered by Orange Blossom that includes shrimp cocktail, an entrée of prime rib and chicken with orange glaze, followed by strawberry shortcake for dessert. Shortly thereafter, the fabulous DeLeon Orchestra will entertain us with songs that we all love to remember for our listening and dancing pleasure. There are a few tables of eight still available at a cost of $125.00 per person. Formal attire is preferred. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to “Celebrate our Decades”. For more information or tickets, contact Brenda Perkins, Co-Chair, at (813)746-1101 or email her at mgperkins2@juno.com Solution on page 34.
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FOR RECREATIONAL VEHICLES AND BOATS. NO recreational vehicle or boat may be parked or stored on public right-of-ways. NO vehicle or boat may be lived in while parked or stored on a residential lot. NO vehicle or boat may be parked in a vacant lot adjacent to a residence, even with the owner’s permission. EXCEPTION: it is OK if vehicle is owned by the property owner of both residence and adjacent lot, meets set-back requirements. If the vehicle is 20 feet or less in length, it may be parked in driveway but must not extend beyond the front property line, or on the sidewalk, and be at least five feet from side property lines. If the vehicle is more than 20 feet in length, (most RV’s), it may be 29 of the 68 Scholarship recipients attended the luncheon sponsored by the parked in driveway but must be at least twenty (20) feet from the front Interfaith Council of Sun City Center. property line or front sidewalk and five feet from side property lines. The Interfaith Council of Sun stories on how the scholarships have (Note: In SCC, it is almost impossible to be 20 feet from sidewalk, City Center recently held its Annual made a difference in their lives. All unless in garage or carport). All vehic1es greater than ten feet in height shall be set back 7 1/2 feet from the side or rear property lines. A vehicle not conforming to the above set-back requirements may be parked for up to 24 hours for the purposes of loading or unloading the vehicle. The Hillsborough County Code Enforcement Officer can issue a citation to the owner of the vehicle or property if in violation. To report violations or obtain additional information call: Code Enforcement Department at 641-6946 between 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Note: This summary is also available at the CA office.
Holiday Luncheon at the Redeemer Lutheran Church in SCC. Attending the luncheon were council members of the IFC and volunteers who work at the Nearly New Shop. Special guests were 29 out of 68 recipients of the college scholarships awarded to them for their continuing education. Now attending colleges such as Florida State, University of South Florida, University of Central Florida, University of Tampa, Hillsborough Community College, and other colleges, all are graduates of Lennard High School or East Bay High School. They shared their
were grateful for the generosity of the community for supporting the Nearly New Shop that generates the funding for the scholarships through the sale of donated items. The Interfaith Council has awarded 68 new and continuing scholarships this past year, for a total of $136,000. These scholarships are given to graduating seniors and to successful college students on a continuing basis. In addition, many charities and organizations received grants from the council this past year from proceeds generated by the Nearly New Shop.
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Swim Dancers Prepare for March 9 Show
SPORTS
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Australia Pairs Lawn Bowling Tournament An Australian Pairs Lawn Bowling tournament was played at Sun City Center on Thursday, January 3 (two matches) and Saturday January 5 (one match). Sixteen teams, all members of Sun City Lawn Bowling Club had entered. The final match was played between two teams who each won all three games. They were Phil Lascola and Nancy Spencer against Ron and Gail O’Sullivan. The winners of the deciding match were Ron and Gail O’Sullivan. —David Burbery
Ron and Gail O’Sullivan
Swim Dancers perform the herringbone float pattern.
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Suncoasters Lawn Bowling Pairs Champions
Linda McDougall and Marge Lange.
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The Suncoasters Lawn Bowling Club of Sun City Center held its annual pairs final on Monday, January 14, between Linda McDougall (skip) and Gina Saxton, against Linda McDougall (skip) and Marge Lange. The tournament commenced on Tuesday, January 8, and games were played on an elimination basis Partners were chosen by a blind draw. The standard of play was very high, with some of the most talented lady bowlers in Sun City Center competing for the title. The winners of a closely fought match were Linda McDougall and Marge Lange. —David Burbery
Once again the Sun City Swim Dancers are working hard to present their annual swim show on March 9, 2013 at 2 p.m. in the Atrium Lap Pool located at 961 North Course Lane (off North Pebble Beach Blvd). This year the Aquatic Dancers from The Villages will be joining the swimmers as guest performers. In the past, the audience has enjoyed the style of the Aquatic Dancers. Choreography for each song was done by individual Swim Dancers interpreting the music combining swimming, rhythm and dancing. Each presentation and interpretation of music can be performed by a few or many swimmers and the Swim Dancers work as a team to produce this annual show. Donations will remain at $2. Tickets will be available
at the Atrium Kiosk Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until noon the week of March 4, 2013 or from any Swim Dancer. The show “Sync or Swim” will feature some familiar songs pertaining to water such as “Swan Lake,” “Yellow Submarine,” and “Raindrops Keep Falling on my Head.” This year the Swim Dancers welcome new swimmers Pat Rippel, Ann Hoffman, Joanna Greer, and Dana Ellerbrock. If you might be interested in joining, come watch a rehearsal on either Monday or Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. or on Friday morning at 7:30 a.m. This year’s director is Deanna Pachler who can be reached at 633-9293. Barbara D’Etremont 634-1537
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The final of the Sun City Center Pebble Beach Triples Lawn Bowling tournament was played on Monday, January 14. The two teams who had battled over a period of four days to reach the final entertained the many spectators with a close and absorbing match. The eventual winners (pictured above left to right) were Mike Perkins, Ben Caudill (skip) and Neal Nightingale. The runners up were Glen Baumann (skip) Tony Hawken and Herb Lange. —David Burbery
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Golf League Results, Pictures and More
Caloosa Greens Ladies’ Golf January 3: 3 clubs & a putter: A & B FLIGHT Sandy Letendre, Jane Fischer 51 Match of cards. C FLIGHT Pat Johnson 49; Elfie Nolden 52. D FLIGHT Yvonne Rocheleau 54; Noreen Sohramm 55.
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Hogans League of Sun City Center and Kings Point
Left to Right: Robert Jacobs, Steve Parks, Doug Banning, Ruben Jones, Rich Lucidi, and Doc Lamiano Flight #2 1stPlace: Bill Healey - 3 Skins; 2nd Place: Jenice Taylor - 2 Skins. Low-net: Jenice Taylor – 73; Low-gross: Frank OBrien -89.
GOLD MEDALISTS!
Three members from the John Donnelly Table Tennis Club in Sun City Center won medals in the Florida State Senior tournament held December 4 in Lakeland, FL. Each played in their age division and each played singles, doubles and mixed doubles. Bob Johnson won two gold and one silver medal, Audrey Columbia won two gold and one bronze medal and Jan Cline won one gold and two silver medals.
Audrey Columbia, Bob Johnson and Jan Cline
—Jan Cline
Left to Right: Bill Healey, Burt Easter, and Jenice Taylor Hogans League of Sun City Center and Kings Point January 4: Summerfield Crossings, A-Skins: 1st Place: Syl Amos, John Dan Stephens - 86. Birds: Jenice Apostolou, and Chuck Feldshau Taylor - #10 Par 5. - Tied at 2 Skins. Low-net: John Apostolou and Syl Amos - Tied at 68; Low-gross: John Apostolou – 88. Birds: John Apostolou - #4 Par 4 and #13 Par 4, Steve Parks - #16 Par 4.
December 21: Summerfield Crossings, A-Skins: 1st Place: John Apostolou and Bob Jacobs - Tied at 3 Skins. Low-net: Travis Lansberry – 71; Low-gross: Travis Lansberry and Bob Jacobs - Tied at 96. Birds: Bob Jacobs - #11 Par4 and John Apostolou - #14 Par 4. December 22: Freedom Fairways, H-Skins: 1st Place: Mike McClintic 4 Skins; 2nd Place: Andy Betz - 1 Skin. Low-net: Charlie Brown – 52; Lowgross: Doug Banning – 68. Eagles: Mike Miller - #12 Par 4. Birds: Mike Miller - #1 Par 4, #3 Par 4, #5 Par 4, and #14 Par 4; Mike McClintic - #1 Par 4, #12 Par 4, #14 Par 4, and #17 Par 4; Doug Banning - #1 Par 4, #3 Par 4, and #9 Par 4; Charlie Brown - Left to Right: John Apostolou, Hank #9 Par 4, Bob Hull - #3 Par 4, Andy Smythe, Steve Parks, Syl Amos, Doc Lamiano, and Chuck Feldshau. Betz - #12 Par 4. January 7: Imperial Lakewoods, A-Skins: 1st Place: Rich Lucidi, Doug Banning, Travis Lansberry, John Colgren, and Jenice Taylor - Tied at 1 Skin. Low-net: Jenice Taylor and Doc Lamiano - Tied at 69; Low-gross:
Left to Right: Doug Banning, Charlie Brown, Andy Betz, Bob Hull, and Mike McClintic December 28: Summerfield Crossing, A-Skins: 1 st Place: Art Swallow - 3 Skins; 2nd Place: Burt Easter, Jim Sari, and Doug Banning Tied at 1 Skin. Low-net: Art Swallow – 69; Low-gross: Doug Banning – 90. January 2: Cypress Creek, A-Skins: Flight #1 1st Place: Robert Jacobs - 3 Skins; 2nd Place: Rich Lucidi - 2 Skins. Low-net: Rich Lucidi – 64; Lowgross: Doug Banning – 90. Birds: Robert Jacobs - #1 Par 4, #13 Par 3, and #16 Par 4; Steve Parks - #8 Par 3; and Doc Lamiano - #13 Par 3.
February 2013
THREE WIN AT STATE REPRESENTING THE JOHN DONNELLY TABLE TENNIS CLUB
January 10: T’s and F’s: A FLIGHT Mary Klopp 25.5; Gloria Nunn 27. B FLIGHT Vivian King 26; Mary Houston 26.5. C FLIGHT Elfie Nolden 25; Pat Johnson 28 Match of cards. D FLIGHT Noreen Schramm 22.5; Georgia Axtell 33.5.
Hogans League of Sun City Center and Kings Point
Back Row L-R: Doug Banning, John Colgren, Travis Lansberry, Rich Lucidi. Front Row: Doc Lamiano and Jenice Taylor January 9: Cypress Creek, A-Skins: 1st Place: Bill Healey - 3 Skins; 2nd Place: Jenice Taylor, Ruben Jones, Dick Irke, and Rich Lucidi - Tied at 1 Skin. Low-net: Ruben Jones – 68; Low-gross: Ruben Jones – 91. Birds: Jenice Taylor - #6 Par 3, Dan Stephens - #13 Par 3, and Bill Healey - #13 Par 3.
Hogans League February Schedule Date Day Course 2/1 Fri Summerfield 2/2 Sat Freedom Fairways Sat Sandpiper 2/4 Mon Imperial Lakewoods 2/6 Wed Cypress Creek 2/8 Fri Summerfield 2/9 Sat Freedom Fairways Sat Sandpiper 2/11 Mon Imperial Lakewoods 2/13 Wed Cypress Creek 2/15 Fri Summerfield 2/16 Sat Freedom Fairways Sat Sandpiper 2/18 Mon Imperial Lakewoods 2/20 Wed Cypress Creek 2/22 Fri Summerfield 2/23 Sat Freedom Fairways Sat Sandpiper 2/25 Mon Imperial Lakewoods 2/27 Wed Cypress Creek
Back Row L-R: Bill Healey, Dan Stephens, and Dick Irke. Front Row L-R: Ruben Jones and Jenice Taylor. January 11: Summerfield Crossing, A-Skins: Flight #1 1st Place: Ruben Jones and Burt Easter - Tied at 2 Skins. Low-net: Dan Stephens – 70; Low-gross: Dan Stephens – 84. Birds: Jerry Stemas - #8 Par 3 and Ruben Jones - #18 Par 5.
Hogans League of Sun City Center and Kings Point
Back Row L-R: Hank Smythe, Ruben Jones, Reggie Ryan, and Jerry Stemas. Front Row L-R: Burt Easter, Dan Stephens, and Jim Cox. Flight #2 1st Place: Jim Bush – 3 skins; 2nd place: Tom Rosata and Robert Jacobs - Tied at 1 Skin. Low-net: Tom Rosata – 75; Low-gross: Robert Jacobs – 90.
Back Row L-R: Colleen Caplette, Ron Bush, Robert Jacobs. Front Row L-R: Jim Bush, Tom Rosata, and Chuck Feldshau. January 14: Imperial Lakewoods, A-Skins: 1st Place: Tom Rosata - 2 Skins; 2nd Place: Reggie Ryan, Dan Stephens, and John Colgren - Tied at 1 Skin. Low-net: Tom Rosata – 63; Low-gross: Dan Stephens – 90. Birds: Tom Kirchen - #9 Par 5, Dan Stephens - #6 Par 5, John Colgren #13 Par 4, and Reggie Ryan - #6 Par 5.
Left to Right: Tom Kirchen, John Colgren, Tom Rosata, Dan Stephens, and Reggie Ryan.
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GOLF CONT’D. ClubLink Golf Results Falcon Watch Men 12/17: 1-2-3: Flight 1 Bill Fitzhugh, Joe Spaziano, Fred Mayes, Duke Martin. Flight 2 Buddy Surloff, Chuck Thelen, Jerry Sandusky, Dave Hoffman. 12/31: Home & Home Scramble with Scepter: Flight 1 Jerry Cluthe, Bill Fitzhugh, Bob Beck, Bob Murman. Flight 2 Larry Lutz, Joe Spaziano, Rich Langlois, Mike Sekol. Flight 3 Lewis Lange, Frank Lewis, Marvin Barnes, Ron Greiner. 1/7:1 Best Ball on Even Holes, 2 Best Balls on Odd: Flight 1 Garth Latham, Marvin Barnes, Butch Gadd. Flight 2 Bob Trombetta, Ron Usher, Ron Greiner. 1/14: Low Gross/Low Net: Flight 1 Vid Valiusaitis. Flight 2 Mel Bushart, Marvin Barnes. Flight 3 Paul Hunt. Flight 4 Lee Johnson. 18 Hole Ladies 12/14: Odd Holes: 1st Place- Linda Suh. 12/21: Best 9: 1st Place- Linda Suh. 1/4: Best 9. 1st Place- Jan Thumberg. 1/11: Even Holes: 1 st Place Ruth Gaughf.
9 Hole Ladies 12/14: 2 Best Balls: 1st Place- Emma Gadd, Sue Freed, Donna Berger. 12/21: Low Putts: Flight 1 Kathy Payne. Flight 2 Meg Towner. Flight 3 Mary McClafferty. 12/28: Low Net: Flight 1 Jane Boccieri. Flight 2 June Krueger. Flight 3 Kathy Boccieri. 1/4: 1 Best Ball on 5’s, 2 on 4’s and 3 on 3’s: 1st Place Meg Towner, Emma Gadd, Tee Bomba, Mary McClafferty. 1/11: Low Gross/ Low Net: Flight 1 Wally McIntosh. Flight 2 Janine Johnson, Margie Ditch. Flight 3 Mary Arpaia, Sue Freed. Scepter Men 12/17: 2 BB Par 4’s and 5’s, 3 BB Par 3’s: 1st Place Roark Williams/Don Freed/Bob Walker/Vince Sortino. 12/24: Low Gross/Low Net: 1st Place Gross Flight 1 Gary Hookstra; 1st Place Net Flight 1 John Scoff. 1st Place Gross Flight 2 Bill Humes; 1st Place Net Flight 2 Frank Lewis. 1st Place Gross Flight 3 Mike Crabtree; 1st Place Net Flight 3 Dave Norquist. 1st Place Gross Flight 4 Ian Gordon; 1st Place Net Flight 4 John Sargent. 1/7: 2 Best Balls of 4: 1st Place Bob
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Caceci/Paul Gorney/Paul Kuzman/ Harry Devoti. 1/14: 3 BB Par 3’s, 2 BB Par 4’s, 1 BB Par 5’s: 1st Place Jim Green/Cliff Buck/Bob Walker/Bob Kenny. Ladies 12/18: Pick Your Best Nine (18 Hole Ladies): Flight 1 Judie Schafers. Flight 2 Debbie Lester. Flight 3 Isabelle Salisbury. Flight 4 Jane Magalski. Flight 5 Carol Salowitz. Flight 6 Jan Thumberg. 12/18: 2 Best Balls of 4 (9 Hole Ladies): Mary Jance Dickson/Colleen Savas/Nancy Wason/Darlene Gra.y 1/8: 2 Best Balls of 4 (18 Hole Ladies): Fern Duval/Carolyn Clark/Bobbie Ulbrich/Linda Bessignano. 1/8: 1-2-3 Best Ball (9 Hole Ladies): Judi Gannon/Carol Murtinger/Judy Huss/Nancy Wason. Sandpiper Men 12/27: Net Score – Minus 2 Holes: Flight 1 Ron Pelow. Flight 2 Rocky Pucci. Flight 3 Walter Wight. 1/3: Individual Low Net: Alex Trevino. 1/10: 2 Best Ball: Ron Pelow/ Floyd Harris/ Harold Geldbach/ Peter Brock. Ladies 12/18: Santa Scramble: Marr y Ann Cosgrove/ Lois Gluntz/ Joan Huebner/ Carolyn Schwehr. 1/8: Individual Low Net: Flight 1 Annetta Pucci. Flight 2 Nancy Saunders.
Renaissance Golf Results 12/17: Prize Fund Tournament (Team Quota Points): Flight 1 Phil Butler/ Jim Connolly/Steve Lawrence/Tom Buckley +16. Flight 2 Bob Majewski/ Tommy Wardlow/Chuck Collett/ Frank Zahrobsky +29. Flight 3 Jack Rielly/Bob Rose/Jim Warchol/ Ken McLoone +13. Flight 4 Greg McKeown/Faye McKeown/ Chuck Kim/In-Sook Kim +19. Flight 5 Dave Steakley/Maynard Cross/Dave Smolinski/Jerry Brynn +22. Flight 6 Jan Lawrence/Marcia Buckley/Kathy Leesman/Kathy Norton +25. Flight 7 John Torchia/Herb Stack/ Dennis Sanders/Chuck Smith +24. Flight 8 Diane Doto/Stacia Connors/Adele Quinlan/Karen Goldwater +19. Ladies League Results 12/18: Alternate Red & Green Tees: Flight 1 Tie Kitty Matzkin, Anne Skinner 71. Flight 2 Betty Rollins 70. Flight 3 Suzy White 64. 1/8: AB CD – 1 Gross+1 Net: Linda Kitz/Suzanne White/Kathy O’Connell/Mary Naylor 136. Men’s League Results 1/7: Texas Scramble 2 Net Best Balls of 4: King Slater/Ross Kauffman/Jim Johnson/Vlad Michna 111. 1/14: Pick Your Partner Scramble: Gross Dave Liehr/Jim Connolly 66; Net Don Faron/Lenny Plaskiewicz 62. Friday Couples 1/9: 2 Person Scramble: Net Faye & Greg McKeown 30.2; Gross Anne & John Skinner 35.
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Metaphysical Society Adds Book Group Meetings
February 2013
Metaphysical Society Adds Drumming Circles
MON FEB 4 – METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY BOOK GROUP MEETING
TUE FEB 5 – METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY DRUMMING CIRCLE
1 p.m. in the Armstrong Room at 950 North Course Lane, Sun City Center. The Book Group is held every Monday to discuss metaphysical books. The current book is “Birth 2012 & Beyond,” by Barbara Marx Hubbard. There is no homework. The group will read aloud and discuss as they go. Open to the Public and admission is free. For information, call Alice Williams at 813-634-9065.
6:30 p.m. in the Eberhardt Room at 909 North Course Lane, Sun City Center. The new Drumming Circle begins on Tuesday, February 5th, and will meet every Tuesday thereafter. Bring your drums, rattles, flutes, rain sticks, pots and/or pans and enjoy each other’s company in joyous revelry. Open to the Public. Admission is free. For information, call Holli Cantrell at 813-419-4704.
MON FEB 11 – METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY BOOK GROUP MEETING TUE FEB 12 – METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY DRUMMING CIRCLE 1 p.m. in the Armstrong Room at 950 North Course Lane, Sun City Center. The Book Group is held every Monday to discuss metaphysical books. The current book is “Birth 2012 & Beyond,” by Barbara Marx Hubbard. There is no homework. The group will read aloud and discuss as they go. Open to the Public and admission is free. For information, call Alice Williams at 813-634-9065.
6:30 p.m. in the Eberhardt Room at 909 North Course Lane, Sun City Center. Bring your drums, rattles, flutes, rain sticks, pots and/or pans and enjoy each other’s company in joyous revelry. Open to the Public. Admission is free. For information, call Holli Cantrell at 813-419-4704. TUE FEB 19 – METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY DRUMMING CIRCLE
MON FEB 18 – METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY BOOK GROUP MEETING 6:30 p.m. in the Eberhardt Room at 909 North Course Lane, Sun City Center. Bring your drums, rattles, flutes, rain sticks, pots and/or pans and enjoy each 1 p.m. in the Sandpiper Room at 945-C North Course Lane, Sun City Center. other’s company in joyous revelry. Open to the Public. Admission is free. The Book Group is held every Monday to discuss metaphysical books. The For information, call Holli Cantrell at 813-419-4704. current book is “Birth 2012 & Beyond,” by Barbara Marx Hubbard. There is no homework. The group will read aloud and discuss as they go. Open TUE FEB 26 – METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY DRUMMING CIRCLE to the Public and admission is free. For information, call Alice Williams at 6:30 p.m. in the Eberhardt Room at 909 North Course Lane, Sun City Center. 813-634-9065. Bring your drums, rattles, flutes, rain sticks, pots and/or pans and enjoy each MON FEB 25 – METAPHYSICAL SOCIETY BOOK GROUP MEETING other’s company in joyous revelry. Open to the Public. Admission is free. For information, call Holli Cantrell at 813-419-4704. 1 p.m. in the Armstrong Room at 950 North Course Lane, Sun City Center. —Holli Cantrell The Book Group is held every Monday to discuss metaphysical books. The current book is “Birth 2012 & Beyond,” by Barbara Marx Hubbard. There is no homework. The group will read aloud and discuss as they go. Open to the Public and admission is free. For information, call Alice Williams at 813-634-9065.
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SCC EMERGENCY SQUAD GETS NEW RESPONDERS
(L-R) Nora Merriam, Dir. of Education, Jerry Mitchell, Kathy Zurek, Roger Remec, Jane Ciolkosz, Joyce Rorgers, Barbara Carlini, Larry Lewis, Lannie Cardwell.
Eight students recently completed the intense 52 hour “Emergency Medical Responder” course given at the Sun City Center Emergency Squad training center. Students were trained and certified in CPR and studied medical and environmental emergencies, airway management, the human body, bleeding, shock and poisoning. Students also learned the proper techniques for splinting, bandaging, backboarding and scooping a patient. Each student has now been assigned to one of eight teams and will begin a period of mentoring with an experienced ambulance crew. The SCC Emergency Squad has 440 members and is growing. If you are interested in finding our more about this exciting and dynamic all volunteer organization, please visit the website at www.scc-ems.us or call 813-633-1411. —Jan Huber
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FUTURE RECRUITS FOR THE SCC EMERGENCY SQUAD
(L-R) Robert Leonard, Scoutmaster as well as an EMT on the Squad, Julian and Christian Stibich, Bodi Kittel, William Crevello, Brayden Goodloe, Xavier and Steven Jones, Tom Canady, Emergency Medical Responder on the Squad.
The Squad recently hosted the Tiger Cubs from the Ruskin Chapter to an evening at the Emergency Squad. The boys had a tour of the building as well as the ambulance and learned exactly what the Squad does for the community. —Jan Huber
Emergency Squad Sends SixVolunteers to EMT School
Six Emergency Responders have been selected to attend Hillsborough Community College to study for an EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) license. This intense course takes five months and a total of 250 hours. Upon successful completion, students will sit for the State examination as well as for the National Registry test. Each student has been on the Squad for at least 10 months and has committed to volunteer for at least two more years once the EMT license is obtained. The Squad pays for all uniforms, books and tuition. —Jan Huber
(L-R) Noreen Schramm, chief, SCC Emergency Squad; Susan Lewaine; Russ Girgenti; Terri Lance, asst. chief, medical; Elaine Shaefer; Veronica Bonelli; Chris Simko and Peter Gallagher.
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February 2013
Disposing of Old Batteries For the past 18 years, there has been a collection place for residents to throw their used flashlight, hearing aid and other small batteries. We used to call them “dry cells”. Since that collection bin is no longer there, what should you do with your used batteries? There is an organization called Environmental Health & Safety Online in Atlanta, GA that recognizes battery disposal as a national problem. The Community Association is now using their guidance for battery disposal, as shown below, so maybe we all should, too.
PART I
Batteries you can throw away with your regular household trash ALKALINE: Better known as “coppertop” or just “alkaline” commonly used in flashlights, calculators, toys, clocks, smoke a l a r m s a n d re m ot e c ont ro l s (sizes AAA, AA, C, D, 6V or 9V). CARBON ZINC: These are the batteries most of us grew up with, “Heavy Duty”, general purpose AAA, AA, C, D, 6v, 9v. Same uses as above plus maybe transistor radios, garage do or op eners.
R E C HA R G E A B L E N I C K E L METAL HYDRIDE: If labeled, you will see “Ni-Li” or “Ni-Hydride”. They are sold for all the same purposes as above plus for power tools, cellular phones, or computer packs. LITHIUM: These come in 3v, 6v, and 9v sizes for use typically in cameras, calculators, computer memory backup ... even in the new tennis shoes. They are not deemed as hazardous waste, but they can be recycled, so you can take them to the disposal places shown below in Part II.
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PART II The Radio Shack store next to Bealls in the Cypress Creek Shopping Center will accept the types shown below. There are also bins at the Home Depot for larger batteries used in the kinds of power tools they sell. The county has a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Site on Powell Road just north of Big Bend Road off US 41 a few miles north of Apollo Beach. It is open mornings on the second Saturday of each month. There is no charge for dumping batteries (and they also accept paint and other chemicals plus electronic products during those hours). BUTTON: These are used in hearing aids, watches, greeting cards, some toys and remote controls. They are classified as hazardous waste. Do not, please, throw these away with your regular household trash. R E C HA RG E A B L E N IC K E L CADMIUM: Known as “Ni-Cad” or labeled “Ni-Cd” in sizes AAA, AA, C, D, 6v and 9v. They are classified as hazardous waste. Do not, please, throw these away with your regular household trash. —From John Bowker’s mysuncitycenter.org website.
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The Americans of Italian Heritage Club will have its annual Carnavale Party on February 14 at the Kings Point Borini Theater. The doors will open at 4:30 p.m. The dress code is costume or casual. We hope everyone will make an effort to come in some kind of costume so we can all have a lot of fun admiring each other’s costume. Prizes will be given out for the best costumes. Banquet Masters will be the caterer. They will have their usual appetizer table, their fabulous salad bar, and feature almond crusted salmon, chicken marsala and baked ziti. There will be dessert plus coffee, tea and soda. We will have a wine table with choices of wine. Gari will be the entertainer for the evening. It is a BYOB. Members $25 and guests $27. Everyone will have a seat. Tables of 8, kindly mail your checks in together. Please mail your check made payable to A.I.H. to: Annette Macdonald (633-9697), 2450 Kensington Greens Drive, SCC 33573. Cut-off date is Feb. 8. —Annette Macdonald
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MOVIES at the Rollins Theater
The New York Empire State Club will hold its St. Patrick’s Day One showing only @ 1 p.m. party on March 5, 2013 at 5 p.m. in the Kings Point Borini Room. The The Monday Movies will normally show two movies each month in the Rollins menu will consist of hand carved Theater at 1 p.m. on the second and fourth Mondays. Dates and times may corned beef brisket, pork cutlet with change as required. Seating is limited to 200 per showing and is reserved for marsala sauce, creamed cabbage, current Sun City Center Community Association members and guests who present an up-to-date member/guest card. parsley potatoes, salad, dessert NOTE coffee and soda. Music by Nick at Starting in January 2013, the Monday Movies will, in addition to the 2nd Nite. Price for members $15, guests and 4th Mondays, show movies on the following dates: 2/4, 3/4 and 4/29. Mark your calendar and join the fun. $18.50. Please contact Frank Gatto at 813-633-8942 for more information. February 4 “Trouble with the Curve” 111 min. Rating: PG-13 RSVP no later than February 25, Gus Lobel (Clint Eastwood) has 2013. been one of the best scouts in baseball for decades, but despite his efforts to hide it, age is starting to catch up with him. Nevertheless, Gus—who can tell a pitch Kings Point Hula Dancers just by the crack of the bat— refuses to This active group meets each be benched for what could be the final innings of his career. He may not have a Wednesday at 11 a.m. in The Studio choice. The one person who might be able in the Kings Point North Club to help is also the one person Gus would House. It brings together ladies never ask—his daughter, Mickey (Amy who love the songs of the Hawaiian Adams), an associate at a high-powered Islands and who enjoy learning to Atlanta law firm. Mickey has never been dance the hula. Various types of the close to her father, who was ill-equipped hula are taught by the group’s leader, to be a single parent after the death of Darlene Walters, from old Hawaiian his wife. Even now, in the rare moments chants to more modern “hapa haole” they share, he is too easily distracted by hulas, some using native musical what Mickey assumes is his first love: the implements. game. Against her better judgment, and over Gus’s objections, Mickey joins him on his latest scouting trip to North The group has performed at Carolina, jeopardizing her own career to save his. The Queen’s Luncheon and will do so again in March 2013 and is available “The Words” 97 min. Rating: PG-13 as entertainment for functions. Call February 11 The Words follows young writer Darlene for more information at 633-6839. Rory Jansen who finally achieves long sought after literary success after publishing the next great American novel. There’s only one catch - he didn’t write it. As the past comes back to haunt him and his literary star continues to rise, Jansen is forced to confront the steep price that must be paid for stealing another man’s work, and for placing ambition and success above life’s most fundamental three words.
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