News of Sun City Center April 2019

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OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE SUN CITY CENTER COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION

Sun City Center

April 2019

...an official publication of the Sun City Center Community Association

COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION SCHEDULE APRIL 8 Board Workshop to discuss Agenda Board Room – CA Office - 9 a.m.

10 Board Meeting Rollins Theater - 9 a.m.

16 Community Leaders Meeting Florida Room – 9 a.m.

22 Coffee & Conversation Caper Room – 4 to 6 p.m.

24 Town Hall Meeting Community Hall – 4 to 6 p.m.

MAY 6 Board Workshop to discuss Agenda Board Room - CA Office - 9 a.m.

8 Board Meeting Rollins Theater - 9 a.m.

21 Community Leaders Meeting Florida Room – 9 a.m.

Agendas for the monthly Board Meetings will be posted on Official Bulletin Board in the Atrium the Monday before and on the CA website (www.suncitycenter.org – under “Residents” – Upcoming Meeting Agendas).

They will also be sent via “What’s New in the CA” email.

Every Wednesday: Orientation for new members in the Board Room in the CA office starting at 1 p.m. sharp.

CA Contact Information Phone: 633-3500 sccboard@suncitycenter.org Website: suncitycenter.org Information Center 813-633-4670

Sam Sudman and other members of the Community Association answered questions from CA members.

Coffee and Conversation Gives Residents a New Forum

By Diane M. Loeffler T h e S u n C i t y C e nt e r Community Association (CA) continues to try new and different ways to reach out to its members, to find out what they like, what they dislike and to hear concerns and suggestions.

On February 25, the CA tried a new format, Coffee and Conversation. The table in the back of the Caper Room held coffee, ice water and donuts. The CA directors and officers sat in the front and the members sat at

tables. The only agenda item was listening to members.

Every person who wanted to be heard was able to ask questions and voice concerns.

The possible purchase of the church property on the northwest corner of La Jolla Avenue and North Pebble Beach was discussed. Other community-wide concerns addressed were smoking on campus, dumpsters, golf courses, hours for pools, hot tubs, and golf cart use.

Some questions involved

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The audience filled the seats on all four sides of the pool to watch the annual show. A brief portion of the show was also presented during FunFest. (Photo by Russ Merritt)

It was “All About Time”

By Ilona Merritt The Lap pool was filled by spectators eagerly waiting for SCC’s “Swim Dancers” to perform their annual synchronized swim show, which the Swim Dancers have presented to our community for more than 30 years. “It’s About Time” was the theme of this year’s show, and the swimmers started on time swimming to an old t ime favor ite song “Rock Around the Clock.” They performed ten numbers, all based on time.

The big hit was “It’s Howdy Doody Time,” with the entire cast of the show including Howdy. They ended the show with a patriotic finale.

To stay with the theme of the show they found a march by John Philip Sousa called “Triumph of Time” followed by “G o d Bless America.” Quite a sight to see over 20 synchronized swimmers in the pool. The Swim Dancers thank the community and the CA staff for their help and support year after year.

FunFest 2019: SCC Celebrates Spring

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By Diane M. Loeffler We were all nervously watching the sky on March 16. Thankfully, the early morning shower ceased well before the 9 a.m. opening ceremony, and the rest of the day was rain free. FunFest Chairman, Dave Birkett, welcomed us, followed by Jim Haney raising the flag, Salvina Tannenholz singing the National Album, and Uta Kuhn leading the Pledge of Allegiance.

Tai Chi was already underway at 9 a.m.

Soon after, the Dukes began performing in the main tent, and German American Club Singers sang in Rollins Theater. By 10, the entertainment was in full swing with The Women’s Chorus, Gals & Guys Productions, and Non-Impact Aerobics followed by 3Dom, Jazzmatazz, The Men’s Chorus, Par for the Chorus, Latin Fitness Dance, Solo Line Dance, Front Porch Pickers, Kevin Brooks, Swim Dancers, the Wonders of Nature and Bill “Elvis” Lindsay. The performances were amazing. Who knew that there are so many talented people in Sun City Center and the surrounding area?

Clubs offered a wide assortment of “made in Sun City Center” treasures for sale: greeting cards, ceramics, woodworking, pottery, shell creations, fused glass, stained glass, plants, and needlecraft items. The Weavers Club were weaving baby blankets for the Scan the code with your smartphone to find us online. www.newsofsuncitycenter.com

was obvious that people were enjoying their food.

This year the golf carts were parked on the field north of the Atrium parking lot and east of the Security Patrol building.

Rich Matuzak says, “As long as people remembered to look at the numbers at the end of the row, they had an easy time finding their carts.”

Aston Garden provided continuous and comfortable bus transportation to everyone who chose to park by Community Hall.

Judy Pember recently moved here from Portland, Oregon. She says, “This is our first FunFest and it’s fun, very fun.”

Community Association Director Larry Smith says, “What a wonderful day. My fourth in a row. Excellent turnout. I want Despite cloudy skies, there was a terrific turnout for FunFest.

Shriners Children’s Hospital throughout his day to serving coffee and cookies at to say thank you to the 36 people who the day. Joe Kanoza painted a gorgeous the Shuffleboard booth before sitting volunteered to hand out programs and seaside scene with oil paint as he sat near down to eat. Crist says, “FunFest keeps information.”

Thank you, sponsors, clubs, performers, the pool. Potters worked clay into bowls growing a bit more each year. More good artists, hobbyists, and attendees. You on their wheels. Stained glass artisans food to eat.” Ken Mertens especially made this a wonderful day. welded glass together. Everywhere enjoyed the breakfast sausage and cheese you looked, someone was creating on a croissant. Carol Zeller says, “The More FunFest photos on something amazing. apple pie was delicious.” Looking around pages 10 & 11!

If you love taking a chance on raffle the tables crowded with happy diners, it items, this was heaven for you. The baskets and package deals were better than ever and included gift cards, lottery tickets, spa packages, artwork, special event tickets and everything in between.

Artwork was on display in several areas.

The photography club has professionals judge their work quarterly, but on March 16, it was a “People’s Choice” day.

Anyone who came to view the pictures could vote on the three they liked the best.

The smell of cookies baking and meat on the grill permeated the air. These were just a few of the many tasty options.

James Crist volunteered two hours of

TOWN HALL MEETING Wednesday, April 24, 2019 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

TO DISCUSS CHURCH PROPERTY For SCCCA Members Only (CA membership card required)

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A New Forum for New SCCCA Members

Beginning on April 8, and continuing monthly thereafter, new SCC residents have an additional opportunity to learn more about their new community.

Initiated by John Bowker, SCC activist and local historian, the meetings will take the form of a discussion or roundtable. Bowker will present a short history of SCC and then the meeting will be led by Janet Ditmore, Hospitality Chair and head of the Community Information Center. Ditmore will open the meeting to questions and discussion after a brief overview of the SCC lifestyle.

These conferences will not take the place of the existing Newcomer Orientation Sessions that are provided by the CA every Wednesday afternoon at the CA office. This new offering will be aimed at residents who have been here for a month or more and have accumulated questions that never occurred when they first arrived.

The meetings will take place every second Monday of the month in the Armstrong Room from 1 to 3 p.m., starting on April 8. You can contact Ditmore by email at “info@suncitycenter.org” or by phone at 813.634.1038 for more information.

COFFEE AND CONVERSATION with

SCCCA BOARD MEMBERS & COMMUNITY MANAGER

Monday, April 22, 2019 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

CAPER ROOM An informal exchange of information “Verify the rumors or find the truth” Managing the Rental Expansion

By Sam Sudman, CA President Sun City Center, Florida was the third of Del Webb’s retirement experiments. He envisioned “an agerestricted retirement community with 5,000 retirees all living closely around their own all-purpose recreational and shopping centers, taking care of themselves.”

For many years that was the model. When property values fell in 2008, there was a movement to buy houses cheap and convert them into rentals. That would not have been a bad idea, however some did not adhere to resident age restriction. Now, we have a situation, largely in areas where there are no homeowners’ associations, where young families with children are living among us and under-age residents come and go.

Property owners claim that they are the 55-yearold living in the house, thus fulfilling the age overlay requirement. Some individuals own multiple homes, and the age restriction does not apply to ownership.

It applies to resident status.

So, how do retirees who long for the quiet, uncluttered look and feel of Del Webb’s vision stop the explosion of rental expansion? One way is for non-association areas to revert to association status. Restrictions in the developers’ original documents may enable a curb on rentals. Another way is for current associations to amend their documents that control rental periods and frequency. Residents may also report questionable activity so that County Code Enforcement can step in.

Email the Community Association at “sccboard@ suncitycenter.org” with your observations and questions, or call or calling 813.633.3500. The CA has enforcement responsibility of the age-overlay.

Statement of Purpose

The Sun City Center Community Association serves the residents of Sun City Center by providing assistance for the elderly, assistance and essential services to tax exempt entities, and operates in lieu of a municipal government, thereby lessening the burdens of government (Hillsborough County, Florida).

Trail Blazing

By John Lampkin

Raccoons sure are cute! Though rarely seen on the Sun City Center Nature Trails, this one was spotted by an alert trail walker last month. After scarfing down Cherry Laurel fruits, the masked marauder climbed high into a palm for its load of goodies, then peeked at us through a curtain of Spanish Moss.

Raccoons are among the most intelligent of mammals and are ingenious scavengers, using their hands to pry open garbage cans and dumpsters. Thus, they have adapted well to urban areas and one study has shown that urban populations are 20 times the size of those in rural areas. One of their favorite foods is turtle eggs, and on the canal banks one often sees nests, dug up and ravaged. So, although we humans find raccoons cute, turtles probably don’t.

The Nature Trails trailhead is located opposite North Lake on Del Webb West between Vincennes and Seton Hall.

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Tidbits from the Vault

By Cathy Meyerhoff, Sun City Center History Society Del Webb’s Master Plan of 1963 The headline of the November 13, 1963 edition of the Ruskin Sun City News read: “Webb’s Sun City Master Plan Unfolded.” That proposal outlined Webb’s vision for the community of Sun City Center through the year 1980. How did the plan match up with what actually happened here? There is very little resemblance between the ideas outlined and the Sun City Center of 2019.

The Del E. Webb Corporation envisioned that by 1980 Sun City Center would have a population of 72,996 people. It would be the second city in Hillsborough County and one of the largest cities on the west coast of Florida. The town would encompass much of the 12,025 acres that Del Webb had purchased in 1961.

At the time the plan was revealed the retirement phase of the development already had a population of 730 people on about 515 acres of land. However, Webb’s vision included not only a community of retirees but an area for working families and an industrial district for light industry. That industrial area would provide employment for many of those in the working community.

Provisions were made for a centrally located hospital.

Land for apartments and a mobile home park was also set aside. Additional areas were designated for future commercial development. The working community was to include two senior highs, two junior highs and nine grade schools. Many lakes and a dozen parks and recreational areas were planned. In addition, an agricultural and recreational reserve was envisioned for the southern portion of the property.

Del Webb’s vision was never fulfilled. A downturn in the economy and the fire which destroyed the iconic Kings Inn in May of 1971 resulted in the sale of Del Webb’s development rights and Universal Marion Corporation’s undeveloped land to the Walter-Gould Corporation. And so, Webb’s original vision ended and a new one under W-G Corp. began.

If you are interested in learning more about the history of Sun City Center consider joining the Friends of the Sun City Center History Society. Dues are $5 per year. The next quarterly meeting of the club will be on Tuesday, April 16 at 2 p.m. in the Caper Room of the Atrium Building.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

CLUB/ORGANIZATION AMOUNT

APPLIED TO

Monday Movies $229 To offset license fees Irish Connection $125 Operations Fund Dog Owners Group $500 Fence replacement at dog park The Oldies but Goodies Club purchased 48 black ice buckets and 48 clear pitchers at a cost of $261 For use at the Community Hall.

Newcomers

List prepared by Linda Bowker from CA staff data. Report corrections, additions to CA at 633-3500.

Last Strey Oguynn Reynolds Staton Mieldon Coudriet Schlueter Schorr Edwards Feehan Flaifel Hoffman Sledd Figueroa Woodyard Cargill Zacharko Gonzalez Ramsden Martinez Potteiger Stotzer Johnson Rybcznski Giunta Magill Schaiper Gomez

First Jeffrey & Deborah William Roy & Kelsey Thomas & Debra Jeffery & Lela Joyce Robert John & Marilyn Connie John William Janet Thomas Norma Diane Bruce Frank & Mary Esperanza Yvette Jose & Angeles Ronald & Susan Dane & Linda Karn Steve Vincent & Diana Terrence Harry & Rosemary Kenneth & Angela

Num Local Street Hometown 1819 Adrean Pl Chicago 907 Augusta Dr Daphne 332 Caloosa Palms Ct Wichita 1506 Chevy Chase Dr 611 Chipper Dr Orlando 229 Courtyard Blvd # 201 Pittsburgh 241 Courtyard Blvd # 209 New Lenox 309 Crystal Downs Ct Newaygo 904 Del Webb Blvd E Rockford 1608 Del Webb Blvd W Worthington 2015 Del Webb Blvd W Falls Church 1506 Dickman Cir Queens 1932 East View Dr Benton 1932 East View Dr Jayuya 914 El Rancho Dr New Castle 1350 Emerald Dunes Dr Falmouth 1611 Emerald Dunes Dr Arlington Heights 1514 Fort Duquesna Dr Murrells Inlet 814 Fox Hills Dr Saigon V.N. 632 Oakmont Ave 1401 Pebble Beach Blvd N Mechanicsburg 1607 Pebble Beach Blvd N Medina 1830 Pebble Beach Blvd N Sumter 1830 Pebble Beach Blvd N Sumter 712 Plumbrook Rd Germantown 2205 Preservation Green Ct St Paul 726 Torrey Pines Ave Cincinnati 1301 Via Toscana Wy Brooklyn

St Phone IL 612-709-8324 Al 770-238-6394 KS 620-218-2558 FL 517-945-1216 FL 813-253-9823 PA 813-313-8019 IL 813-642-8432 MI 616-901-7425 IL OH 614-352-8083 VA 571-205-0744 NY 813-938-3684 AR 813-955-4958 PR 813-955-4958 PA 941-932-5643 ME 207-232-6411 IL 847-736-3039 SC 843-713-0083 Vietnam 309-231-0463 FL 201-755-2082 PA 813-334-0248 OH 330-212-0464 SC 262-901-5276 SC 262-901-5276 MD 813-440-9950 MN 612-418-3866 OH 813-938-3956 NY 813-296-7765

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Veterans Photo Project

President’s Report

By Sam Sudman, CA President Our recent Town Hall meeting on January 30 set a record was set for attendance. Approximately 1,400 of your neighbors listened to consultants and Hillsborough County staff present the information collected from the initial survey and an overview of golf cart transportation. Additional information appeared in the March News of Sun City Center. A follow up survey was posted on several social media sites. Another town hall meeting is scheduled in the coming months for the consultants to present their final proposal.

Construction on 674 is continuing to ramp up. There is a site where you can sign up to receive updates directly from FDOT. Go to “http://www.fdottampabay. com/projects/road/sr-674/all” and sign up. It may not seem that much progress is being made but the activity alongside 674 is necessary for storm water control and to enable the bike path to be painted. No, golf carts will not be permitted. Most, if not all, of the trees being removed are too old to survive being dug up and stored for replanting. We are working with GSCCBC, FDOT and HC to obtain a tree replacement grant. The process is slow, and we are not sure about the certainty of an award. Stay tuned.

Some of you may have noticed newly erected signs at five of the major lakes. These signs were requested by residents living around these bodies of water to reduce access by outsiders who fish without permission.

The water control weirs in these lakes are owned and maintained by HC and are part of flood control.

Fishing from these structures can be dangerous, and if damaged, can result in flooding during a heavy rainfall.

The March issue of the News of Sun City Center had an article entitled Community Pride. It describes some challenges that confront us and offers some solutions for consideration. In the end, it is up to residential associations and individual property owners to take necessary steps. I have it from a reliable source that additional articles will be forthcoming.

If you travel W. Del Webb be aware that the roadway will be closed to through traffic until April 30 for major storm water repairs. The pipes, referred to as infrastructure, are 60 years old and deteriorating.

Leakage during heavy rains contributes to dips in the roadway. These are expensive and extensive projects so scheduling requires budgetary priority. It may take months for a request to be funded and scheduled. We have been very fortunate in having our needs addressed timely.

South Bay Hospital has started a Sunday brunch for about $6. Check it out. Go to the SBH website or call the hospital for details.

This month I am highlighting two organizations whose services are critical for many in our community.

This in no way reflects a priority among the many organizations whose services benefit our members.

These two major organizations, whose services are lifesaving, depend on volunteers for 100% of their service providers. I am referring to the Meals on Wheels and the Emergency Squad. Check it out for a way to give back and pay it forward. Remember, if you personally have a life-saving need and when you call you are told that there is no ambulance available, it is because the only one that is operating is out on another call. You would have to call 911 for a response team.

The EMS has four ambulances but it takes a team of three volunteers to operate it. Remember, there is never any charge for the service.

Finally, car and truck traffic from 301 may not enter the new medical complex being constructed and exit on E. Del Webb. Only golf cart traffic may move between the buildings.

SCCCA GUEST PASSES

Effective April 1, 2019, the cost of a guest pass to use SCCCA facilities will be $2 per person per day for those guests 18 and over. The discount for a period of 30 days has been discontinued.

All Community Association members who served honorably in any branch of the U.S. Military are eligible to have their photos taken for the Veterans Wall of Honor Project as shown in the Atrium. There will be a photo shoot on Saturday, April 20 from 10 to 12 noon. This will take place in the Photo Club Lab in the multipurpose building (at the corner of North Course Lane and N. Pebble Beach Blvd. behind the bus stop). Please call Carol Donner in the CA office (813.642.2002) to register, along with your CA membership number, by 12 Noon on Friday, April 19 and you will be assigned a specific time.

New continued from page 1. matters that are in the county’s jurisdiction. The CA Board continues to be in touch with the county on a number of matters including roads and golf paths.

Our concerns are being voiced to the county on an ongoing basis.

If you were not able to attend this meeting, more will take place in the future. See this issue of The News for information about the April Coffee and Conversation.

If you cannot attend meetings, be aware that you can email the directors any time. Their email addresses are on page 15 in the 2019 Membership Directory. They want to hear from you.

March Board Meeting: FDOT Updates and Club News

By Diane M. Loeffler The consulting firm of Kimley-Horn (KH) is continuing to survey golf cart owners and plans to conduct another town hall meeting in the coming months. Community Association (CA) President Sam Sudman says that as soon as KH sets a date, the CA will let everyone know.

Much of the buffer of trees and bushes between Rickenbacker and SR-674 has been cut down in order for drainage pipe and other utility work to be completed. The Sun City Center Beautification Committee and the Community Association have been meeting with FDOT and Hillsborough County about new plantings in this area. This property is owned by the county. The SCC Beautification Committee is already applying for grants to cover the costs of new trees. However, it is likely that they will not be able to do much planting until construction work is completed.

West Del Webb’s road infrastructure is showing its age, and repairs are underway. The road is

scheduled to be closed to through traffic until the end of April while repairs are made. However, the road will be open for residents to get to their homes.

After several years of working with the county, there is a handicapped accessible crosswalk on North Pebble Beach near the CA building.

Bicycle trails will be constructed on both sides of 674. These trails are not to be used by golf carts.

Treasurer Dave Birkitt reported on the CA’s accounts and says there were forty housing transfers in January.

The CA Board approved the dissolution of the Bible Study Group and the Academy of Ballroom Dance Club.

The next board meeting will be on Wednesday, April 10 at 9 a.m. in the Rollins Theater. The workshop session will be at 9 a.m. on April 8 in the CA Office. All board meetings are taped. Videos of board meetings may be viewed on line about three days after each meeting.

MOVIES

at the Rollins Theater One Showing Only at 1 p.m.

Fitness Corner

The NuStep T5xr Recumbent Cross Trainer is the newest piece of exercise equipment at the SCC Fitness Center. This recumbent cross trainer offers a seated total body cardio and strength workout. It is a fully adjustable machine with 15 resistance levels for both manual and program operations.

Features include heart rate sensors, arm rests, a reclining seat back, and a wide seat that swivels 360º for easy transfer on and off. Large footpads include easy to use straps to prevent the feet from slipping out of the pads.

NuStep equipment is very popular in therapy and rehab facilities, being suitable for physical therapy and cardio and pulmonary rehabilitation. The versatility of the T5xr Recumbent Cross Trainer also makes it a good choice for sports medicine and general fitness.

Come and try out our newest machine at the Fitness Center, 929 North Course Lane, in the Atrium Center.

Movies are normally shown the second and fourth Monday each month in the Rollins Theater at 1 p.m.

The dates and times may change as necessary. Per the Fire Code of Hillsborough County, seating capacity is limited to 145 attendees. Seating is reserved for Sun City Center Community Association members/guests who present current cards or a Kings Point ID badge.

April 8 • Disney’s Christopher Robin • 2 Hours The young boy, who loved embarking on adventures in the Hundred Acre Wood with a band of spirited and loveable stuffed animals, has grown up and lost his way. Now it is up to his childhood friends to venture into our world and help Christopher Robin remember the loving and playful boy who is still inside.

Starring: Ewan McGregor, Hayley Atwell,

Bronte Carmichael, Mark Gatiss,

Brad Garrett Director: Marc Forster Genre: Family Rating: PG for mild action/peril April 22•Won’t You Be My Neighbor•1 Hour, 34 Min. An intimate look at America’s favorite neighbor Mister Fred Rogers. A portrait of a man whom we all think we know, this emotional and moving film takes us beyond the zip-up cardigans and the land of make-believe, and into the heart of a creative genius who inspired generations of children with compassion and limitless imagination.

Director: Morgan Neville Genre: Documentary Rating: PG-13 for language and

mature thematic issues

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CLUBS

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NOTICE: Each community and club in Sun City Center and Kings Point has specific rules about membership and attendance. Unless specifically stated or posted, most venues, meetings and events hosted on the Community Association campus and in Kings Point require attendees to bring their SCC CA or KP ID or come with a resident member. When in doubt, contact the club in question - not the venue or association - prior to arrival. Thanks.

Metaphysical Society Fundraiser

10 a.m. Wednesdays in the Heritage Room. Entry fee $1 with love offering requested to benefit our Society. Show your Community ID card.

April 3 • “Creating Miracles and the Power of Forgiveness” April 10 • “Symbolic meaning of Egypt, The Nile and The Temples” April 17 • “Color as a Key to Reveal Your Soul Ray and Life’s Purpose” April 24 • “Re-remembering Ancient Lemuria”

SCC Tropical Fish Club

Newly Formed Club for those interested in the Tropical Fish Hobby. Fresh and Saltwater. You do not need to have a tank, only an interest or curiosity in the hobby. Meetings will be open to all Sun City Center, Kings Point, or Freedom Plaza Residents. This a very informal group looking to share ideas and promote the hobby. Meeting: Tuesday, April 23 at 11 a.m. in the Armstrong Room (Atrium).

For information, contact Mike Fracher at “mef4338@gmail.com” or 813.667.6706.

Computer Club Monthly Meeting

Friends of the SCC History Society to Meet

“Spring into Research” will be the theme of the April 16 meeting of the Friends of the Sun City Center History Society. The meeting will open with a discussion of “Interesting Happenings in SCC History.” A slide show will be presented by Rusty Seiden on how to conduct research of scanned historical files and of materials stored in the vault.

Stevi Schermond will present other ways to research history. Meeting: 2 p.m. in the Caper Room. Light refreshments.

Membership is open to all SCCCA and Kings Point residents. Annual dues are $5.

Weavers New Members

The Weaver’s Club welcomes six new members at their March 12 meeting.

These new members completed a sixweek lesson in January 2019. Pictured, l to r: Donna Schuette, Myra Vance, Meredith Verrecchia, Heidi Federer, and Cynthia Ritter.

Wednesday, April 3 at 7 p.m. in the Florida Room, in the Atrium. Kathy Vitale, a club member and instructor, will present “Googling Better.” Search more effectively and learn shortcuts.

Computer Club Classes

Sign up for classes can be done online or in the Computer Lab, (Atrium Building) Monday through Saturday, 12:30 - 5 p.m. Student must be a member in good standing at Sun City Center or Kings Point. Tuition is payable upon registration. For additional information email: Beverly Hiller, Education Director at “hillerbev@aol.com”. For details, go to the Computer Club website www.scccomputerclub.org.

Detailed information is also available in the computer lab.

Buying a Computer • Monday, April 1, from 9 – 11 a.m.

Buying and Using a Chromebook • Tuesday, April 2, from 9 – 11:30 a.m.

Cut the Cord? • Friday, April 5, from 9 – 10:30 a.m.

Pain Free Backup for Your Computer • Tuesday, April 9, from 8:30 – Noon Move Pictures from Android Device to Computer Friday, April 12, from 9 – 10:30 a.m.

Introduction to Excel • Wednesday, April 17, from 9 – 10:30 a.m.

Excel: Formula, Function, Formatting Wednesday, April 17, from 10:45 – 12:15 a.m.

Introduction to File Explorer • Friday, April 19, from 9 – Noon Why Type It When You Can Say It • Thursday, April 26, from 9 – 11 a.m.

Ceramics Trip

L to R: Lynn Sherburne, Joyce Flandysz, Marion Stephens, Barbara McElheny, Diana Young, Joan Fawcett. Not pictured: Dorothy Fladung, Dominic Ingo, Martha Kloss.

SCC FL State Fair Porcelain Painting Awards

SCC China Painters Club members really were “The Champions” at this year’s Florida State Fair. The categories of competition and the number of SSC winners in each of the Adult Porcelain Divisions are as follows: Naturalistic - 1; Dresden - 1; Pen Work - 4; Portrait - 1; Animals - 3; Birds - 2; Jewelry - 2; Landscapes - 3; Miniatures - 1; Luster Paint - 3; Christmas, Holiday & Seasonal - 1; Speciality Technique - 3; Reproduction Porcelain Dolls - 2. A total number of ribbons awarded this year were 40 with SCC members receiving the majority with a total of 28 ribbons.

Winning this year’s Best of Show in the Specialty Technique category, giving her an eighth time of winning, was Martha Kloss. Congratulations to everyone who entered the competition and to all who placed.

Spring Shredding Day

Members of SCC Ceramics made their semi-annual trip to Seagulls, a place to buy greenware. If you’d like to join, dues are $20 per year, and there is someone available to guide you if you’re a novice! Hours are 9-4 M-F. Stop in and check out this fun group

Community Manager Lyn Reitz was able to arrange for two shredding trucks. Having two lines helped decrease wait time.

Sew’n Sews Complete Beginning Quilting Class

Instructors Carol Selby and Dabney Hill just finished teaching a new class of beginning quilters. The members spent seven weeks learning quilt construction starting with fabric selection, the use of a rotary cutter, sewing 1/4 inch seams to piecing the newly sewn squares into a quilt top.

Sew’n Sews offers beginning quilting classes at least once a year and sometimes again in the summer. The club located in the Arts & Crafts Building is open to all members of the Sun City Center Community Association. Membership is $10 a year. For information, call 813.505.9503 or email www.scc.sew.n.sews@gmail.com.

By Diane M. Loeffler On March 5, many SCCCommunity Association members packed up their confidential documents and drove over to the far north parking lot on North Pebble Beach. Even with two trucks and additional people unloading cars, there was a backup during the early hours of shredding day. As the day went on, and the rains came, there were no more lines.

Community Manager Lyn Reitz says, “I am so glad that people took advantage

of the service, even though it was bad weather. I am glad that they listen to Deputy Merry and the other experts who talk to us about fraud and follow their advice and have their documents shredded.”

Reitz says, “Over 8,700 pounds of paper were shredded. Our next shredding day will probably be in October. If you weren’t able to come on March 5, hang on to the paperwork and bring it to be shredded then.”

Easter April 21 of Sun City Center & South County News Line: 813.938.7441 • Ad Line: 813.938.8721 • www.soco.news • April 2019

Growth and Development in South County

An east and a west extension of the main terminal have created new space the size of a football field. Included in these new spaces are outdoor seating areas and even a garden.

The first lagoon community is well under way. Southshore Bay will have a similar lagoon completed in 2020. Photo courtesy of Metro Development Group.

By Kai Rambow Construction here, construction there, construction everywhere.

Working counter-clockwise on a map, here’s what’s happening around us: Vista Palms: South of Wawa on 301. Over 700 family homes almost completed.

Houses range in size from 1,461 to 3,326 sq. ft.

Southshore Bay: Heading north on 301 from Vista Palms, right on SR-674 and east of Wawa, this huge development is in the early stages of development.

Metro Development Group invited three different builders with houses ranging in size from 1,396 to 2,650 sq.ft.

The big feature here will be a

Growth continued on page 15.

Tampa Airport’s Phase 1 Completed

By Kai Rambow After more than two years, major improvements at the Tampa airport are open.

SkyConnect is a monorail type train running from the main terminal to economy parking and then to the new car rental center.

A car rental center might just appear to be an addition, but involves much more. The new,

much larger space now allows for double the number of car rental companies on site for a total of sixteen.

More importantly, the new center reduces traffic at the main terminal. A visitor would fly in, rent a car and drive away from the main terminal. When returning the visitor would return

Airport continued on page 2.

Sun’n Fun - Fabulous Air Show and Behind the Scenes

By Kai Rambow Want to have fun and help young aviation students at the same time? Then attending the world’s second largest aviation event is the ticket.

First, your fun; some highlights.

The Blue Angels are back. Flying in formation only 18 inches apart, they have some spectacular maneuvers that are always impressive and thrilling.

You’ve seen them at the Olympics and the Super Bowl, and now you can also see a drone show. There will be drone exhibits and demonstrations before air show times.

Second, your help. Sun’n Fun is a nonprofit organization. Funds help young aviation students. They are enthusiastic and committed.

Many drive 30 minutes or more to reach the facilities here. In addition, they proudly shared and showed how they maintain the facilities, keeping it clean and cutting a grass runway.

These students learn about flying and avionics, but also get to work on airplanes. Aircraft are refurbished and rebuilt

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Leah Nichols and Sean Stoltz working on a propeller at the Sun’n Fun campus. Funds raised from the world’s second largest airshow help young students learn about aviation and earn their private pilot’s licenses.

by the students. If a student is having difficulty understanding weight and balance, they can walk into the hangar to see the theoretical applied in real life.

Most days 30 to 40 students can be found on campus.

So far, Sun’n Fun has helped 91

students earn their private pilot’s license; eight students earn their airframe and powerplant certifications; and 50 students with college scholarships. If you see a young volunteer, she or he might be one of these impressive students.

Tips: Sunscreen, sunglasses, and sunhat are essential as the airshow takes several hours in the afternoon. Recommend you take your own lawn chairs or blanket.

Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes since everything is spread over several acres.

Consider taking a portable cooler for drinks and snacks.

Regulars have theirs on wheels and simply tow it behind them. There are plenty of food vendors and prices are pretty reasonable if you prefer to eat at the event.

While it will be crowded, Saturday offers a great combination of two air shows.

Afternoon show with the Blue Angels and an evening show with the drone show and fireworks.

Note: If you are retired military, show your ID for a discount.

Allow one hour drive time.

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A Hope for Spring

By E. Adam Porter, Editor Ahh… Springtime in Florida.

Does it get any better?

Bright blue skies, chamber of commerce weather, Lush green landscapes in every direction, many spattered with pastel wildflowers. Thanks to the lingering chill in the Great White North, our morning songbirds are still with us, the days are still cool enough to cruise with the windows down or fish barefoot off the dock, and my leaf blower is packed away for a while.

At least, that’s what I’m hoping. Late February through March was flu season in the Porter household. My lovely wife, my kids, and I passed the bug back and forth like a plague-ridden volleyball.

Days were spent trying to work through the coughs and fevers or bivouacked on the couch with our three best friends — hot

soup, warm tea, and cold packs — and the Three Musketeers of first-level modern medical health: Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen, and Zithromax.

From what I understand, this particular bug — while not as prevalent as last year’s version — got around plenty. To those who suffered as we did, you have my sincere empathy. To those who missed out on this round but ended up nursing a contagious friend or loved one: You folks, with your superior immune systems and caring hearts, are true heroes. Thank you.

When you’re down with The Bug, you tend to have a lot of time to read and to scroll through the news. As it happened my convalescence coincided with reports of multiple outbreaks of diseases thought all but eradicated in the United States, especially measles. We don’t get political here at The News, but where I come from, communicable disease doesn’t check your voter registration card.

When I learned that, in just the first two months of this year, the CDC reported nearly half as many measles cases as in the worst year in recent memory —

2014 had 667 reported cases — I had to wonder what in the name of Internet misinformation was happening here. I was further invested when we learned that one of my boys might have an immune system deficiency.

Further testing cast some doubt on that, so we’re momentarily relieved, but more tests are coming.

I also worry for other people whose immune systems are compromised, either genetically or through some medical issue.

One of my close relatives is currently undergoing cancer treatment, as is a good friend.

Another friend is, thankfully, in remission. All of these folks, as well as many others dealing with illness and the growing number of unvaccinated kids, are susceptible to a variety of nefarious viruses or bacteria looking for a vulnerable host. But, I have a feeling I’m preaching to the choir here. Moving on…

My goal for this April is to get through the sick time and get back outside into a world where

the bugs I worry about most are mosquitos and fire ants. Back to dinners on the patio and picnics at the park and on the beach.

Morning walks with my bride, our furry friends at our side, and my kids running ahead to see who can spot the hawk that calls our neighborhood home.

That may seem like a simple goal in this big-money, all-goall-the-time, dog-eat-dog world of ours, but, right now, it’s what I’ve missed the most. My hope for you reading this, is that you find joy and happiness in something simple and beautiful this spring. Sharing coffee on the porch with someone you love… a smile, a sunset, a blossoming flower… the voice of an old friend, the infectious giggle of a child, an ice-cold beer, or a double cheeseburger with extra bacon.

And, if we run into each other out there enjoying another beautiful Florida spring day, I promise to wash my hands before I shake yours, and I’ll trust you to do the same.

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View from the economy parking heading towards the main terminal.

Note: Even though the train tracks are right beside the economy parking, once you park your car you need to take an elevator down to the first floor, walk across the parking garage and then take an elevator to the train platform.

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to the terminal. Then a car jockey would drive the car to be cleaned for the next rental. And finally, the jockey would return the clean car for the next renter.

A total of four traffic interactions for each car, now take place away from the main terminal.

SkyConnect Once you know the new system, it’s fairly easy to navigate and pretty efficient. Here are some tips to help you: (1) If you’re using your favorite off-site parking, this won’t impact you at all.

(2) If you use economy parking, you’re best to park in either gold (yellow) or orange. Take the elevator to the first floor, then walk to the elevators for the trains. Those elevators will take you to the top floor. Note: trains stop in the center section, so check above the doors to see you’re standing in the right spot to board.

Be sure to either sit or hold on: the train moves very quickly.

Once at the main terminal, take the escalators or elevators down. You’re now on the departures level, which means

you can head straight to your gate if you have your boarding pass and no luggage to check.

If you need to check in/check luggage, you’ll still need to head one level down.

(3) If you have visitors coming and they are renting a car, they will need to board the train and ride it for two stops to reach the new car rental center. As soon as they exit the train, rental counters are right there. When they return, they can check flight times, get their boarding passes and check luggage at the car rental center.

Restaurants More restaurants have been moved to the airside terminals, so passengers have more choices close to their departure gates.

What you might notice is that 40 percent of the restaurants are local. If you fly Southwest, there is an actual beer distillery in that terminal.

As a regular traveler through Tampa, the airport has skillfully kept the things that make it so easy to travel in and out of, and successfully made changes to cope with growth.

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NOTICE: Each community and club in Sun City Center and Kings Point has specific rules about membership and attendance. Unless specifically stated or posted, most venues, meetings and events hosted on the Community Association campus and in Kings Point require attendees to bring their SCC CA or KP ID or come with a resident member. When in doubt, contact the club in question - not the venue or association - prior to arrival. Thanks.

Ohio Club Kentucky Derby Party, May 4, 2019

The Ohio Club is having their annual Kentucky Derby party on Saturday, May 4, 2019, at the Community Hall with the doors opening at 4:45 p.m. This Derby party will include Mint Juleps (BYOB…you bring the bourbon and we provide the Julep Mix), a delicious buffet dinner after the race with fried chicken, meatloaf and gravy, and all the sides including the salad bar, dessert bar, and coffee and iced tea.

Guests are invited to wear their favorite Derby Hat or costume and join in our pre-race parade.

The cost to attend is $18 per member or $21 per guest. Reservations should be sent to Valerie Graves at 2218 North Creek Court, or placed in the Ohio Club drop box on the porch with your check made payable to the Ohio Club. Tables of 8 or 10 may be reserved with full payment, and the names of those at that reserved table.

Information: call Jim Rottman at 813.205.6949.

L to R: Kathy Jones, Karen Sochon, Cici Goodyear, Sharon Nathan, and Cindy Khalifa.

Woman’s Club Holds Fashion Show

The GFWC Sun City Center Woman’s Club, Inc. held a fashion show at their February general meeting. The models wore clothes and accessories from The Rose Boutique in Ruskin. The revenue from the show and sales of clothing will go to Mary Martha House to help women in the community and surrounding area. They presented a check for $160 to director Cici Goodyear for this cause.

They continue raising money for Operation Smile to help children in underdeveloped countries who were born with cleft palates and cleft lips. One surgery costs just $240.

If you are looking for a fun club that helps others in our community contact our membership chair Linda Raymond at “sumrluv21@ aol.com”, or call 813.331.3108. All Sun City Center and Kings Point residence welcome. We meet on the third Thursday of each month from September through May at the Sun City Center Community Hall on South Pebble Beach Blvd. SCC.

Florida’s Crested Caracara is Topic of April Audubon Meeting

The Crested Caracara is a tropical falcon that is often mistaken for a vulture, as it has a bare face, walks on the ground and may join vultures feeding on carrion. This threatened species, which is found in open country in south-central Florida, is the subject of SCC Audubon’s April 6 meeting.

The meeting will be held in the Florida Room. Social hour begins at 9:30 a.m., followed by the business meeting at 10 and the program. Please remember to bring your own mug or cup.

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Men’s Club Fraud Forum

Imposter fraud is costing area residents millions of dollars. That was the message from speakers at the Second Annual Consumer Protection and Fraud Symposium held on March 5. According to both Andrew Sekala, FBI Supervisory Agent, and Jeff Merry, Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office Resource Deputy, the “romance scam” is the number one scheme defrauding area residents.

In the “romance scam”, computer users on social media sites prey upon lonely but HSCO Col. Jim Bradford stresses unsuspecting men and woman, the importance of consumer gain their confidence and awareness during opening remarks at the Men’s Club Consumer affection by pretending to be Protection and Fraud Symposium. someone appealing to the victim, and then ultimately persuade their “marks” to part with thousands of dollars.

Other common imposter schemes pointed out by the speakers involve callers pretending to be from the IRS collecting back taxes, from a law enforcement agency with a summons regarding missed jury duty, or from Microsoft claiming there is a problem with your computer. These calls can easily falsify caller ID information.

The Men’s Club is Sun City Center’s second oldest service club, having more than 400 active members. Membership is open to all men on the SCC community. The club meets on the third Wednesday of each month in the Sun City Center Community Hall, 1901 South Pebble Beach Blvd; the luncheon meetings start at 11:30 a.m. and conclude by approximately 1 p.m. For information about membership in the club, contact Jon Lehr, Vice President for Membership, at 813.260.3058.

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Multicultural Heritage Club Deep Sea Fishing Trip

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Private charter deep sea fishing cruise on Saturday, April 6, 2019 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost: $70 with a max of 60 people. Cost includes rod, reels, tackle, and unlimited cut squid. We’ll be fishing for snapper, black sea bass, porgies, etc. Tickets available Mondays and Wednesday in the Atrium Building from 10 to noon. For more information, contact Vicente Lopez at 727.623.1724.

Cat Chat Presentation: Pet Sitter & Healing Touch for Animals

SCC Polish Heritage Club

The newly-elected 2019 SCC Polish Heritage Club Board Members: President Lorraine Pinette, Vice President Holli Cantrell, Treasurer Robert (Bob) Smolenski, Fundraising Director Jeanette Sweitlicki, and Secretary Wanda Seborowski, invite one and all Polish, or those who wish they were Polish, to join in with the Clubs’ upcoming events and activities.

For information, or for tickets, call Lorraine at 813.6770026 or Wanda at 813.633.0016

The DBASCC boasts two Diamond Life Masters: Ronda O’Farrell (left) and Mary Rutledge.

O’Farrell Reaches Diamond Life Master

The Duplicate Bridge Association of Sun City Center is proud to announce that Ronda O’Farrell has achieved the rank of “Diamond Life Master.” An exceedingly small number of players ever attain this rank. It is an astonishing accomplishment requiring many years of study and play!

Duplicate Bridge Association Annual Sectional Tournament

The Duplicate Bridge Association of Sun City Center’s annual sectional tournament saw over a thousand seats at bridge table sold to instate and out-ofstate American Contract Bridge League players. Mike Molinari and his loyal sidekick, Butch James, worked tirelessly again this year to assure the tournament’s success.

Mike would want it mentioned that many folks stepped up to volunteer time and energy and hundreds of cookies!

Join Cat Lovers Club for a presentation by Debbie Wiley, Pet Sitter and Healing Touch for Animals practitioner. Debbie will have time to answer your questions at the end of her presentation. All are welcomed to join us at this presentation on Tuesday, Apr 2 at 10 a.m. in the Armstrong Room #26, Central Campus, Sun City Center.

Cat Food Donations are greatly appreciated so we can continue to provide cat food to our seniors and other low-income citizens on fixed or low income. If you have any questions please contact us at 813.442.3014 or email at “info@CatLoversClub.org”.

Artist of the Month

Watercolor and acrylic artist Harv Berman has been selected by the Art Club in Sun City Center as the Artist of the Month for April 2019. As an artist, Harv feels passionately about education. His weekly instruction in watercolor and acrylic painting for Art Club members inspires students to tap their creative potential.

He also conducts watercolor and acrylic workshops for private art groups. His outreach to the community includes work with the Life Enrichment Center in Tampa, Center Place in Brandon and recently for the University of South Florida OSHER Lifelong Learning Institute.

Harv Berman’s artwork will be displayed during April at the SCC Library, the SCC Visitor Center, La Beautique Salon, SCC Samaritan Services, Cadence Bank, Fiore’s Sunshine Café, and the SCC Art Room Window. Visit www.artclubofscc.org

International Forum April 12 Program: “Immigration and Dreamers”

From Anna Maria, are bridge partners Tom Bode and Judy Kirkendall. Tom says SCC is the one sectional tournament he and Judy endeavor to never miss because, “People are so friendly and the organization is top notch.”

Fine Arts Gallery Reception

On Wednesday, April 3, from 1 to 3 p.m., the exhibiting artists will greet the community at the opening reception for the Art Club in Sun City Center’s Fine Arts Gallery on the Central Campus at 954 Cherry Hills Dr. The exhibit, Spring Brings Art into Bloom, will feature Linda Scola’s art and a wide variety of creative art ranging from beginning to advanced work by the artists who are members of Linda Scola’s oil painting class.

Receptions are free and open to members of the community and their guests. Complimentary refreshments will be served. This exhibit will remain in the gallery throughout the month of April.

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All residents of SCC, Kings Point, Freedom Plaza and their guests are welcome to attend the April 12 International Forum in the Florida Room of the Atrium on the main campus of the Community Association off of North Pebble Beach Blvd., 945-D North Course Lane from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Attorney Ahmad Jakzan of the American Dream Law Offices in St. Petersburg will speak on Immigration Law and the Dream Act. He is an extremely good example of a dream coming true. He arrived in this country at age 18 from Beirut, Lebanon in 1998 and subsequently earned a Bachelor’s Degree in 2003, an MBA in 2005, and a Law degree in 2008, all from Stetson University. His primary goal is to help his clients to also achieve the American Dream in a fair and lawful way.

SCC Polish Heritage Club Dinner

On Palm Sunday, April 14, 2019 from 6 to 9 p.m., the SCC Polish Heritage Club is holding their annual Swieconka Dinner, in the Florida Room, Atrium Building. Symbolic menu includes: hard boiled eggs (life and Christ’s resurrection); babka bread (Jesus); salt (purification); horseradish (the bitter sacrifice of Christ); and ham (great joy and abundance); dessert, coffee/tea included; and BYO Beverage of choice and table snacks.

All SCCCA, Kings Point, and Freedom Plaza Poles, or those who wish they were Polish, are welcome to attend. Admission is $10 for non-members and Club members not bringing a dish. Club members are admitted free when bringing a vegetable, salad or dessert for eight. Business casual to semi-formal attire suggested.

For info or tickets, please call Lorraine at 813.6770026 or Wanda at 813.633.0016.

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NIA (Non Impact Aerobics) Special Event

Join us for “Joy of Movement” on Thursday, April 4 from 2 – 4 p.m. in Dance Room 2, 1203 N. Pebble Beach Blvd, SCC. The intent for this event is to learn and grow.

We will utilize our center to help us integrate strength and stability that will assist with balance. We do not jump or jar joints. We move in safe and healthy ways. This event is open to all members in good standing of SCC, Kings Point and Freedom Plaza. The cost is $10 or $7 for members of the SCC Nia Club. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a mat. Contact Gail at “energygail3@gmail.com” or call 480.220.1430.

Alzheimer’s Seminar

The Samaritans Alzheimer’s Auxiliary and the USF Health Byrd Alzheimer’s Institute are pleased to announce a free seminar presented by Eileen Poiley, “Alzheimer’s Disease: What Caregivers Need to Know”. The seminar will be held Friday, April 5 from 1 - 4 p.m. at the Atrium Building in the Florida Room, located at 945-D North Course Lane, off of North Pebble Beach Blvd. No cost to attend the seminar, but registration is required. Please call the Samaritans Alzheimer’s Auxiliary office in Sun City Center 813.634-9283 or Dolores Berens 813.634.1418 for more information or to register.

Nancy Dubin’s painting “Edge of Woods” won “Best of Show.

L to R: David Floyd, President SCC Men’s Club; Dennis M. Martin, Port Tampa Bay; George Bodmer, VP Programs Men’s Club.

SCC Men’s Club Learns About Port Tampa Bay

By Jay Sparkman Dennis M. Martin, General Manager Operations, Safety & Training, Port Tampa Bay was guest speaker at the February luncheon meeting of the Sun City Center Men’s Club. Mr. Martin talked about the history of the port, the current activities at the port, and what the future holds for Port Tampa Bay and, in particular, Hillsborough County. The SCC Men’s Club is open to residents of Sun City Center and Kings Point. For information call Jon Lehr, Membership VP, 813.260.3058 or visit www.sccmensclub.org.

The “People’s Choice award went to Tom Hopfensperger

52nd Art Show Competition Winner

Pig Roast at South Lake Association

South Lake Association (SLA) held a one-of-a-kind Luau recently in the Florida Room in Sun City Center. Executive Chef Gene Goad, left and Chef Jeff Isch of SLA roasted the pig at home and creatively displayed it at the end of the buffet line. Following dinner, the residents enjoyed entertainment by several accordion players.

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Nancy Dubin’s painting “Edge of Woods” won “Best of Show” at the 52nd Art Show Opening Reception. Nancy’s painting was selected from among 263 entries. The “People’s Choice award went to Tom Hopfensperger for his painting: “1947 Ford Out to Pasture.”

Congratulations to the first place award winners: in acrylics: Kathy Ray, Hollie Lynch, Susan Hawkins and Gloria Hosek; in Graphic Arts: Kent McBride, Peggy Hart, Jean Beardsley, Eunice Agnello; in Mixed Media: Nadine Cooley, Marilyn Rinehart, Diane Garro; in Oils: Mary Ann Rowe, Janice Grillo, Beverly Paulsen, Linda Duhn; in Pastels: Kent McBride, Pam Cardwell, Molly Fleck, Yoshi Koseki; in Water Media MaryAnn Rowe, Vicki Franks, Robin St. Onge, Robert Krowl.

Over a thousand visitors viewed the Art Exhibition on Friday and Saturday. Thanks go to co-chairs Lee Anne Eckert and Anne Walker for orchestrating a spectacular community event. For information on the Art Club visit: www.artclubofscc.org.

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The Latin Fitness Club of SCC got into the festive spirit by wearing green and dancing to a few Irish songs to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at FunFest.

Here, Club members display the beautiful banner created by Yong Sun Hodge.

L to R: Paul Verrecchia, Secretary; Salvina Tannenholz, Director; Larry Smith, Treasurer; Jim Sears, President; Jim Gilbert, Vice President.

SCC Stained Glass Show

The Stained Glass Club of Sun City Center held their annual glass show on February 28 - March 1, 2019. We had 115 entries and over 600 people viewed the show. We are excited to announce this year’s winners (left to right) are: Kay Bogart won Best of Fusing category, Sheryl Doom won Best of Soldered category and Jean Walker won Best of Specialty category.

And the most prestigious award of “Best of Show” went to Jean Walker, for her fused and soldered piece of Flowers in a Planter.

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Finding Meaning & Purpose in Life

While Dealing with Loneliness or Coping with a Traumatic Event 2 - 4 p.m. Sun City Center Chamber of Commerce. Featured speaker: Dr. Zachary Isoma, a licensed psychologist working in the Tampa Bay and SouthShore areas. He developed and led a variety of therapy groups for patients within a large inpatient facility, and he continues to focus on providing short-term treatment for patients with a history of trauma, and those with immediate and pressing mental health concerns. For more info visit: www. harborpsychology.com. For Coalition, please call 813.419.4902 or visit www.mentalhealthandaging.org.

News From the SCC Security Patrol

By Ilona Merritt At February 19, 2019, Annual Members Meeting, the Board of Directors selected Fred Fiedler to serve as an Interim Chief of Patrol.

Fred has been a Captain for the past six years and has served as a Vice President, Treasurer, Assistant Chief, and Deputy Chief, as well as assisting with many more special duties. Fred is dedicated to getting as many volunteers as possible and keeping costs to a minimum.

The Board of Directors met following the Annual Members Meeting and elected the following officers for this year: President Norma Hardesty, Vice President Narda Enander, Secretary Adrienne Ledenbach, Treasurer Irene Rogers, Director Martha Finley, Director/ Interim Chief of Patrol Fred Fiedler.

Alzheimer’s Seminar

The Samaritans Alzheimer’s Auxiliary and the USF Health Byrd Alzheimer’s Institute are pleased to announce a free seminar presented by Eileen Poiley, “Alzheimer’s Disease: What Caregivers Need to Know”. Topics will include: Communicating with a person with Alzheimer’s; Understanding short term memory loss; Warning signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s and other dementia; Preventing and responding to challenging behaviors, Safety concerns for a person with Alzheimer’s and memory loss, and more, The seminar will be held Friday, April 5 from 1 - 4 p.m. at the Atrium Building in the Florida Room, located at 945-D North Course Lane, off of North Pebble Beach Blvd. in Sun City Center.

There is no cost to attend the seminar, but registration is required.

Please call the Samaritans Alzheimer’s Auxiliary office in Sun City Center 813.634.9283 or Dolores Berens 813.634.1418 for more information or to register

South Bay Genealogical Society Meeting

On Tuesday, April 16, the South Bay Genealogical Society will meet at the United Methodist Church in the Life Enrichment Center (LEC), 1210 W Del Webb Blvd, Sun City Center. We begin at 10:30 a.m. with a Round Table Discussion. That will be followed by a sit-down luncheon at noon, and then the main presentation by our guest speaker at 1 p.m. This month’s speaker will be Drew Smith. He will be presenting the third part of his DNA lecture, “An Introduction to using GEDmatch.” GEDmatch is a website where you can upload your raw DNA data from places you have tested. You can then compare your DNA to results for people who tested with a different company. The cost is $15 per person for lunch. For reservations and information, call Dotty Love at 813-634-2749. Mail check to SBGS P.O. Box 5202, Sun City Center, Fl. 33571. Your check must be received by April 4, 2019.

What is Occupational Therapy (OT) and How Can It Improve Your Life?

Prince of Peace Catholic Church’s Health Ministry is hosting a free educational event with Gannon University Occupational Therapy Students. The students will be staffing multiple “stations”, demonstrating various ways OT can improve your life. The station topics include: Sleep Hygiene, Medication Management, Low Vision Challenges, Healthy Living, Fall Prevention, and Ergonomics/ Equipment Management.

Date: Friday, April 26 Time: 10 – 11:30 a.m.

Location: Conesa Center, 702 Valley Forge Blvd, SCC Registration: www.popcc.org/ot or by calling 813.634.2328, ext. 206. Please register by April 22.

SCC Emergency Squad “Helping Neighbor” Informational Program

The Sun City Center Emergency Squad is hosting an Informational Program at 6 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month, with April’s meeting being held on April 10. The meeting will take place at the Training Building at 124 S. Pebble Beach. Find out more about the Squad and the “Helping Neighbor” opportunities they have available. The Squad is always looking for people who may be interested in helping on their ambulances and wheelchair vans. Other positions include Emergency Medical Responders, Ambulance Drivers, and Emergency Medical Technicians. Other positions the Squad has available include IT specialists, vehicle maintenance, dispatchers, front desk receptionists as well as cooks.

You don’t need to have prior medical experience (they will train you), nor do you need to be a resident of Sun City Center.

Apollo Beach Woman’s Club Membership Luncheon

The Apollo Beach Woman’s Club (ABWC) is having its next monthly luncheon on Wednesday, April 10, at Apollo’s Bistro, located at 6520 Richies Way, Apollo Beach, FL 33572. The luncheon cost is $18. For menu details and reservations, contact Sharon Vasquez at 813.641.7856 to R: ABWC President Katherine or by email at “sharonlvasquez@ LCintron; Beverly Brooks, ABWC verizon.net”.

1st VP of Programs; and Kimberly Reservations must be made and Yates. Photo taken at Apollo Beach paid for by Friday, April 5. The Woman’s Club (ABWC) March meeting, led by ABWC president, luncheon on March 13. Research Katherine Cintron, will begin at Oceanographer, Dr. Kimberly 11:30 a.m. for socializing and Yates presented information a collaborative research lunch will be served at noon. from study involving Tampa Bay about Michelle Michaud, Supervisory the impacts on coral reefs and Librarian for Hillsborough County, estuaries from coastal and ocean will present on the free resources acidification and the unexpected benefit from seagrass recovery in. available from the local library.

For more information about the club or this event, visit www. apollobeachwomansclub.com or contact Claudia Gassett at 352.258.4580 or “claudiagassett@me.com”.

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American Association of University Women Brunch

The next meeting for AAUW will be held Saturday, April 13 in the Florida Room of the Atrium at Sun City Center off of North Pebble Beach Blvd. and North Concourse. This will be a Brunch meeting beginning at 9:30 a.m.

It is being catered by the Café of the Atrium. To pay $10 for the brunch, please mail your checks to Mrs. Margie Castiglia at 2411 Emerald Lake Drive, Ashton Gardens, Apt. 209, Sun City Center, Florida 33573. Questions, call Margie at 813.633.8253 or email Nancy Ducharme at nancy7553@aol.com.

Help save Hillsborough waterways. Bring your expired or unused medications to South Bay Hospital, 4016 Sun City Center Blvd., on Friday, April 5 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Expired or unwanted prescription and over-the-counter medications from households should never be disposed of by flushing them down the toilet or a drain.

Although this method of disposal prevents accidental ingestion, it can cause contamination of Florida’s aquatic environment because wastewater treatment systems are not designed to remove many of these medications.

Emergency Squad Volunteer of the Month

The SCC Emergency Squad Volunteer of the Month is Chris McCann, Assistant Chief, Human Resources. Chris began as an Emergency Medical Responder, but soon began assisting in our Human Resources office. When our last HR Asst. Chief left for family issues, Chris was ready to jump right in. Chris spends many hours each week, interviewing prospective volunteers, giving them tours, ensuring the proper paperwork is completed and making sure they get to training in quick order. Her efforts for the last five years, have led to better informed volunteers and an improved personnel department organization. Chris still works as an EMR on her team’s duty day and her enthusiasm for her work has never waned.

TOPS Members Receive Recognition

During the March 14 meeting, several members of Chapter 845’s Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) Club were recognized and given pins by Area Captain, Sarah Hernandez (far right) for losing weight between Thanksgiving and New Year’s. Come join us at 9 a.m. at Kings Point South Club at 1224 Newpoint Loop. You need not live in Kings Point to be a member. Call President Pam Grice at 989 3305176 for more information.

This time-capsule 1957 Ford Thunderbird recently acquired by Maurice Wells is the Roamin’ Oldies cruiser of the month for March.

Pristine ’57 T-Bird is Cruiser of the Month

Seated: Carla Miles, President of the Hope Fund (left) and Janet Carr of Accessories and More. Standing L to R: the Club Renaissance Models: Kathleen Records, Cindy Wood, Nancy Higdon, Linda Duhn, Peggy Burpee, Nancy Upham, Nancy McPhail, and Kathryn Halford.

Club Renaissance Luncheon and Fashion Show

Club Renaissance members hosted their fourth annual Ladies Charity Fashion Show and Luncheon on March 12, which featured ensembles from Janet Carr Accessories and More.

This year’s charity recipient was The Hope Fund which is a 501c3 organization located in Sun City Center. The Hope Fund is dedicated to helping children in Wimauma learn, grow, and have fun in a safe, nurturing environment while their parents are at work. The fashion show raised $1,302 to benefit The Hope Fund.

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FunFe s t 2 0 1 9

Despite cloudy skies, FunFest once again proved to be a bright shining good time for all.

Check out these photos from the event:

There were many people creating artwork during FunFest.

Gannon University doctoral students Tyler Volvovesk, Andrew Vevoda, Jason Goulding and Luke Keller were happy to participate in the FunFest Health Fair. (Photo by Diane M. Loeffler)

Aston Gardens’ shuttle buses transported people from Community Hall to FunFest all day.

(Photo by Diane M. Loeffler)

A variety of health screenings, tests and information were available during the Health Fair portion of FunFest. (Photo by Diane M. Loeffler)

Volunteers kept the grills going all day. (Photo by Diane M. Loeffler)

The Women’s Chorus performed in the Florida room. (Photo by Diane M. Loeffler) (Photos by Diane M. Loeffler)

There was something for everyone to eat. (Photo by Diane M. Loeffler)

The German Club recently began performing again. (Photo by Diane M. Loeffler)

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FunFe s t 2 0 1 9

Despite cloudy skies, FunFest once again proved to be a bright shining good time for all.

Check out these photos from the event:

Youngest attendee, Asher Fraser, participating in FunFest. (Photo by Kai Rambow)

Repeat visitor from Jacksonville, Caleb Fraser, taking time to explore FunFest after helping his grandfather’s club prepare for the event. (Photo

by Kai Rambow)

FunFest Chairman, Dave Birkett (far right) welcomes everyone. Next, Jim Haney (far left) raised the flag and Salvina Tannenholz (center) sang the National Anthem. (Photo by Diane M. Loeffler)

3Dom was one of the new acts performing in the Main Tent. The audience loved them. One lady commented, “I sure hope they come back next year.” (Photo by Diane M. Loeffler)

Sun Radio broadcast live from the gazebo all day. (Photo by Diane M. Loeffler)

The Men’s Chorus and Par for the Chorus sang serious and humorous songs. (Photo by Diane M. Loeffler)

The Multicultural Club was one of many community clubs and groups well represented at FunFest. (Photo by Diane M. Loeffler)

Gannon University doctoral students Leikita Wertz, Tahreem Rizvi and Lynn Handle are studying to be physical therapists. (Photo by Diane M. Loeffler)

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By Debbie Caneen South County Events is provided

by Debbie Caneen, Director of Admissions, Sun Towers from items submitted for publication.

To submit events for future publications, send them by the 15th of the prior month. Debbie also publishes Ads and Events, a weekly e-mail containing information about what’s happening in 33573. Your event will also appear in the weekly Ads and Events e-mail and on the website www.SCCAdsAndEvents.com.

Send all events by e-mail to sccfreeads@tampabay.rr.com.

You only need to submit your Event one time each month for it to appear in both The News of Kings Point and SCC Ads and Events.

SPECIAL EVENTS Please include all basic information, especially Price (or list it’s Free) and Contact Information (phone, e-Mail, or website). Six lines maximum. Send to: sccfreeads@ tampabay.rr.com. As soon as space permits, we will put it in the weekly e-Mail and it will run until event date passes. You do not need to submit it again.

PLEASE NOTE: This area is for SPECIAL EVENTS only. WEEKLY, MONTHLY, or ONGOING EVENTS are listed on our website under WEEKLY & MONTHLY MEETINGS at www.SCCAdsAndEvents.com which is updated every weekend.

MON. APR 1 - WIDOWER’S GROUP 9:00 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. SCC. Meeting for widowers only. History has consistently proven regardless of what we think, you can benefit greatly from the experience of others. We invite you to attend a meeting, coffee and donuts on us. You’ll sit and listen as others share their experiences in dealing with the different stages of the tragic loss of losing your spouse. For more information call Tom Harding 813-634-1236.

TUE. APR 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - LINE DANCING WITH A BALANCE 9:30 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Drive. Sun City Center. Do you like to dance but are worried about falling?

Join our free line dancing class lead by trained therapists. This weekly class will improve your balance and reduce your risk of falling. We can boot scoot and boogie safely together and make exercise fun!

TUE. APR 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - LIFE CHALLENGES SUPPORT GROUP 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Drive. Sun City Center. your life fully with zest and joy! Rid yourself of depression, anxiety, frustrations with family, children, friends, life changes, health problems, finances and more. All are welcome in complete confidence and free of charge. Your facilitator will be Cheryl Lewis, an effective psychotherapist. No appointment is necessary.

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MON. APR 8 - HEART DISEASES: KNOW YOUR NUMBERS 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. at Community Hall, Room 5, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Sun City Center. Presenter: Renee Noriega, BSN. Nursing Director of Cardiovascular Service Line, South Bay Hospital.

For more information, please call Vicente Lopez: 727-623-1724.

TUE. APR 9 - SOUTH BAY HOSPITAL STROKE SUPPORT GROUP NOW AT SUN TOWERS 1:30 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Sun City Center.

Amy Yepez, doctor of physical therapy (DPT) for Sun Terrace Health Care Center will facilitate this monthly group meeting. If you are at risk of a stroke or have had a stroke, this group is for you!

FREE Valet service available at Sun Terrace entrance. Info: 813892-2990.

WED. APR 10 - VIRTUAL DEMENTIA TOUR “YOUR WINDOW INTO THEIR WORLD” 10:00 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Sun City Center.

Walk a Mile in the Shoes of a Person Living with Dementia.

Created by P.K. Beville, a specialist in geriatrics, this experience is designed to instill hope in professional and family caregivers, providing them with a tool to move from sympathy to empathy and to better understand the behaviors and needs of their loved ones and patients. Tours provided by Senior Helpers. Free event but RSVP is required to 813-634-3347.

WED. APR 10 - DIABETES EDUCATION SUPPORT GROUP 10:00 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Sun City Center.

Sponsored by the Men’s Club of SCC. Have you been given the diagnosis of Diabetes? Are you unsure of your dietary and physical future? Discover options and learn information that will prepare you for a healthy future with Diabetes! Our facilitator: Shirley Sullivan, Nutritionist and Founder of Southshore Wellness, LLC. integrates her love of education and health through personalized nutritional workshops and programs.

THU. APR 11 - SCC NEW ENGLAND CLUB ANNUAL YANKEE POT ROAST DINNER Doors open at 5:00 p.m. at the SCC Community Hall. Entertainment

by Big Rich Music. Existing club members will receive a reservation form by email.

Advance reservations are due April 4.

Members $16; guests attending with a club member $18. Further details and reservation form are available at www.sccnec. org or call Greg McKeown, telephone 813-633-9922, or Linda Anderson, telephone 813-6339643. Members must belong to SCC CA.

SAT. APR 13 - 2ND ANNUAL COWBOY STEAK OUT DINNER AT LITTLE MANATEE RIVER STATE PARK 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. at Little Manatee River State Park.

This event is provided by the Friends of Little Manatee (501c3) group that help support the park.

All profit stays in park for future events and projects. We are pleased to have Les McDowell as our poet and storyteller. Les is an actor who is known for the Dry Creek series on Blue Highway and has been on numerous TV shows and Ads. The wine & beer is included with your delicious steak dinner, price of $59 for the entire evening of country enjoyment you will remember for years to come. Buy your tickets at FriendsOfTheLittleManatee.

Org. For information, call 813841-4218 or 813-677-9291.

MON. APR 15 - PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP OF SUN CITY CENTER 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Drive. This month our speaker will be Tiffany A. Bryant, Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Kentucky. With the influx of many newly diagnosed group members, the request for seasoned members to assist is needed and appreciated!

If you have had success with any treatment you have tried, please come to share! If you have Parkinson’s, or are caring for someone with this disease, be sure to attend this support group! Complimentary valet parking available at entrance.

For additional info, call Debbie Caneen 813-892-2990.

TUE. APR 16 - FREE MEMORY SCREENINGS 9:30 a.m. in Creason Hall at the United Methodist Church, 1210 Del Webb Blvd West, Sun City Center. Did you know a vitamin deficiency can exhibit the same symptom as dementia? With annual memory screenings, you will be able to identify a decline in memory in order to address it and hopefully reverse it altogether. Make your appointment today to have your memory screened along with your hearing. By appointment only. To schedule, call the Coalition at 813-4194902 Interested in learning more about Clinical? Receive information during the screening to learn more.

TUE. APR 16 - ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP 2:00 - 3:30 pm at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Drive, Sun City Center for this Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group.

Bring your loved one for a welldeserved break. Facilitated by Aging Care Advocates. You will receive information while your loved one is cared for in our Secured Memory Care. Please RSVP no less than three days prior to 813-677-1400.

WED. APR 17 - LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes

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Drive. Do you wonder how others with Low Vision advance through their day? Do they receive care from outside sources? What adaptive vision devices successfully assist them?

Each need is different but if we gather to share our resources, we all benefit! Learn what assistance there may be for you if you have low vision in order to maintain your independence.

Free valet parking for cars and golf carts. If you have low vision, then this meeting is for you! For more info call Debbie Caneen 813-892-2990.

THU. APR 18 - FREE MEMORY SCREENINGS Beginning at 10:00 a.m. in the Coalition office at Sun Towers, 101 Trinity Lakes Drive, Sun City Center, Suite 254. Did you know a vitamin deficiency can exhibit the same symptom as dementia? With annual memory screenings, you will be able to identify a decline in memory in order to address it and hopefully reverse it altogether.

Make your appointment today to have your memory screened along with your hearing. By appointment only. To schedule, call the Coalition at 813-4194902 Interested in learning more about Clinical? Receive information during the screening to learn more.

SAT. APR 20 - MODEL RAILROAD OPEN HOUSE 9:00 a.m. 12:00 noon for Junior Engineer Certificates, and it’s all free!

See a special demonstration of our modular portable N scale

railroad that can be assembled and operational in less than an hour. It’s called T- The SCC Model R. R. Club’s Easter Open House is Saturday morning, April 20, from 9 to 12. Don’t miss our last show of the season! It’s aimed for visiting grandkids, but is open to children of all ages who appreciate the sights and sounds of multiple trains running on over 15 scale miles of track. Kids run trains and get conductor hats.

MON. APR 22 - CHRONIC PAIN, ARTHRITIS AND NEUROPATHY GROUP 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. SCC. This month, our presenter will be Bill Smith, a clinical supervisor, workshop presenter, and adjunct professor in the graduate program at Cleveland State University. Licensed clinical therapist in Florida and Ohio.

Members are asked to share treatments, exercises, nutrition, etc. that may have worked for them for all members to benefit.

If you have had success with any treatment, please come to share and learn. Learn what you can do to reduce your pain today.

Free valet parking at Towers entrance. Session located in the theater. Questions? Call 813892-2990.

WED. APR 24 - FREE BALANCE SCREENINGS - KINGS POINT RESIDENTS ONLY 9:00 a.m. 12:00 noon in the Ripple Room, Main Clubhouse. One in three adults age 65 and older falls

each year. Are you at risk?

Our therapists at Sun Towers Retirement Community are on a quest to reduce the risk of falls before they happen. Have your fall risk screened at no cost to you! Screenings are available by appointment and takes less than 10 minutes. See the results before your eyes through biofeedback.

Interested in knowing more now? Call Debbie at 813-892-2990 today!

FRI. APR 26 - VETERANS HISTORY PROJECT, A PROGRAM OF THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. by appointment only. The Tampa Bay Chapter of the American Red Cross in partnership with

the Veterans History Project, a program of the Library of Congress, is seeking Veterans to participate in this project.

The program captures through a video interview, firsthand account of Veterans who served in any branch of the US military in any capacity, from World War I through the present, and are no longer serving are eligible to participate. Civilians who served in support of a US war effort in a professional capacity are also welcome to participate. If you are a Veteran or know Veterans that would like to share their stories, please call Sun Towers to schedule your interview time at 813-634-3347.

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NOTICE: Each community and club in Sun City Center and Kings Point has specific rules about membership and attendance. Unless specifically stated or posted, most venues, meetings and events hosted on the Community Association campus and in Kings Point require attendees to bring their SCC CA or KP ID or come with a resident member. When in doubt, contact the club in question - not the venue or association - prior to arrival. Thanks.

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KP Line Dancers

Join the KP Line Dancers on Wed April 17, at 7 p.m., for a free social dance. Wear your favorite sports team gear! But do not forget to bring appropriate dance shoes too. Open to KP and SCC residents; guests must purchase $2.50 pass from KP Security Guard. BYOB. Don’t forget to tip the DJ. Call Jan 634-6226 for more info.

Singles Social Dance Club

The Singles Social Dance Club will meet on Sunday, April 7, and Saturday, April 27. Thor Stevens and his saxophone will provide live music. Members $4, guests $6. BYOB and snacks. Ice, water, cups and napkins provided on each table. Attire requested is dressy casual. The next dance is Sunday, May 5. For further information, call Janet at 813.633.3558.

SCC Dance Club

Saturday, April 13, the Sun City Center Dance Club will hold a dance from 7 to 9:30 p.m. in the South Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd., SCC, 33573. They invite Sun City Center and Kings Point residents to “put a Spring in their step” with a turn on the dance floor. Dance to an exclusive playlist spun by Gerardo. There will be a complimentary dessert table and decaf coffee. Dressy casual attire. No shorts! BYOB. Bring your friends, or come and make new friends. Open seating. Singles tables available! Members free, visitors or guests $6 at the door. For additional information call: 813.634.9074.

Gals & Guys Productions tickets are on sale for the April 27 “Favorite Musicals” Directed by Salvina. This musical review will be featuring several of our talented Gals performing to the music of “Mamma Mia” by Abba and “On Your Feet” by Gloria Estefan. Tickets are $5 each and may be purchased at the Atrium Ticket Kiosk on any Monday, Wednesday, or Friday from 9 noon. The show will be held at the Community Hall on Saturday, April 27 at 6:30 p.m., with doors opening at 6 p.m. Tickets may also be purchased at the door the night of the show. The club is open to all Sun City Center, Kings Point and Freedom Plaza residents and is offering free membership sign up. Contact President and Director Salvina Tannenholz 813.633.5924 or “sccgngprods@aol.com”.

SCC Men’s Chorus and Par for the Chorus Spring Concert

The United Methodist Church of Sun City Center, 1210 Del Webb Blvd. West, welcomes Par for the Chorus, together with the Sun City Center Men’s Chorus for a 7 p.m. Friday, April 5 concert. One year ago, these two premier Sun City Center men’s singing groups united for a spring concert for the first time. The response was so successful, they are doing it again.

This year’s program is titled, Car Tunes Journey. If you have fond memories of listening to your favorite songs on the radio, you won’t want to miss this concert. It features old favorites from John Denver, Elton John, Paul Simon, and the Beatles.

Tickets are $10, and can be purchased from any member of the Sun City Center Men’s Chorus or Par For The Chorus singing groups, or at the United Methodist Church office, 8:30 – 4 Monday through Thursday or 8:30 – 12 Fridays, and at the door, if still available on the night of the concert.

For additional information about this and other concerts and recitals at the United Methodist Church of Sun City Center, please contact Kevin Goodenow, Concert Series Coordinator, at 813.362.0956. To learn more about the United Methodist Church of Sun City Center, please visit our website at www.sccumc.com.

Moonglow Dance Club

Moonglow Ballroom Dance Club will feature the live music of “The Mellotones” at their monthly dance on Thursday April 25 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Sun City Center.

Summer attire at Moonglow Dances will be smart casual; no shorts, please. Members are free, and visitors or guests pay $5 per person at the door. Singles tables are always available. BYOB and snacks, and the Club will provide ice, water, cups and napkins. For more information, call 813.633.1297 or 813.633.2755, or if you would like to receive Moonglow Information by email, contact “gail3357@ gmail.com”.

Oldies But Goodies Dance Club

The Oldies but Goodies Dance Club will be enjoying the music of Good Stuff on Sunday, April 14, 2019 at Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. The cost is free for members and $6 per person for guests. No advance ticket needed pay at the door.

The doors will open at 6:15 p.m. for members and 6:30 p.m. for guests. They will be playing 7 - 10 p.m. BYOB and snacks, the club will provide water, ice, cups and napkins.

As always residents of Kings Point as well as Sun City Center are welcome, but please do not come into the entrance ahead of opening time in order to allow time and space for setting up.

Any questions contact Club President Joanne at 813.728.1147 or email “jjlatenite@aol.com” or online at “sccoldiesbutgoodiesdanceclub. com”.

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Entertainment Corner

By Renee Bray, SCCCA Entertainment Director

Our very successful 2018-2019 series has completed. From “The Diamonds” to Rod Stewart, comedian Steve Solomon to Elton John, and the Hubcaps to Rocky and Rollers, this town sure had fun. We implemented a new online ticketing system to ensure accuracy of ticket sales, and built a new kiosk. It’s been a big year. The SCCCA kiosk is now closed and will reopen in the fall.

The shows for the 2019-2020 season are Renee Bray booked and we have an exciting lineup coming. I don’t want to spoil the surprise, but just for starters we have a great comedian (from “America’s Got Talent”), a holiday musical, a brass Tribute band, and from the “William Clare Entertainment” Showcase, a variety show and two great bands. I am planning to have more small shows like Ken Block (which was sold out) in the Rollins Theatre, offering a variety of different types of performances. I have also booked a Thursday night BYOB Comedy Cabaret with two comedians, one from the “Tin Pan Alley” Showcase.

Season ticket holders should watch their US mail in August for renewal letters. If you are a snowbird, please ensure I have the address where you will be in August. The renewals are mailed bulk mail and there is no guarantee on forward delivery. Simply email me at “entertainment@suncitycenter.org” with your correct US Mailing address and I’ll make the corrections. If you are not a season ticket holder, you can get on our new Email distribution, which will keep you informed of key dates as well as new shows that are scheduled. Just send me your email address and I’ll add you.

I would like to thank the many Friday and Sunday volunteers for the past series, that make this all possible. They are a great bunch of people, too many to call out here individually, but they deserve a lot of credit for being so reliable and working hard to ensure all guests enjoy the show to the fullest. If you are interested in being a Friday night volunteer for next year, please contact me. You will get a free season ticket for your work

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Community Church College: A New Beginning and A New Name “Center 4LifeLearning”

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The college will be relocating in April 2019. The new home will be at the United Methodist Church of Sun City Center, 1210 W Del Webb Blvd, Sun City Center, FL. We will be operating as we have in the past, with the Fall Semester starting October 2019. There will be further announcements as we build upon the success of the past. We ask all the “Friends of the College” to join us on this exciting endeavor.

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The Ruth Eckerd Hall Chorus Capitol Theatre Tuesday, April 16 at 7:30 p.m.

Reserved tickets priced at $10 and $5 with a valid student or military ID Collective Soul Capitol Theatre Friday, April 19 at 8 p.m.

Reserved tickets priced at $79, $69 and $55 Legendary Yes Frontman Jon Anderson Capitol Theatre Wednesday, May 8 At 7:30 p.m.

Reserved tickets priced at $95, $79 and $59 Larry The Cable Guy Ruth Eckerd Hall Saturday, May 18 at 5 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Tickets priced at $69.50 and $59.50 David Crosby & The Skytrails Band Capitol Theatre Thursday, May 23 at 8 p.m.

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man made, five-acre, crystal clear, blue lagoon. Residents will be able to swim, paddleboard, sail, and kayak. Greg Singleton, President of Metro Development Group, described the concept: “Anyone can develop just another master planned community, but we thought, why not be bold and push the envelope?” The lagoon is expected to be completed in 2020, and 2,142 homes will be completed over a five-year period. There is a separate, gated, active adult section currently under construction within this community.

Sereno: Heading west on 674, just before Walmart. Sereno, also

by Metro, has already involved four different builders. Family and retiree houses range in size from 1,267 to 3,192 sq.ft. A total of 728 homes will be completed in three more years.

Valencia Lakes: Heading north on 301, this is the community

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Jean-François Millet, a young painter of genius, is in love with Marie Leroux but in debt to a villainous picture-dealer, Bastien Andre. Andre forecloses on Millet, threatening debtor's prison unless Marie marries him. Millet realizes that the only way he can pay his debts and keep Marie from marrying Andre is to die, as it is only dead painters who achieve fame and fortune. Millet fakes his death and prospers, all while passing himself off as his own sister, the Widow Tillou. Now a rich "widow," he must find a way to get out of a dress, return to life, and marry Marie.

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we perhaps know best. This 55+ community has recently finished the last of 1,200 homes. Their lakes are large with plenty of paths for walking and cycling.

They also have their own community center pool and recreational facilities. It looks beautiful now.

Valencia Del Sol: Heading farther north on 301, you’ll encounter several developments at 19th Avenue NE. Turn right at this intersection and you’ll reach the entrance to Valencia Del Sol, another 55+ community by the same builder of Valencia Lakes. Total will be under 600 homes ranging in size from 1,492 to 3,273 sq.ft.

Orchids at Cypress Creek: Exiting Valencia Del Sol, keep traveling on 19th Ave NE through the intersection at 301. You’ll encounter three drives leading to new home developments.

These are all part of Cypress Creek, which is being built in several phases. Right now, some of those drives have homes, others don’t have one house built yet. Sizes range from 1,504 to 2,497 sq.ft. with their own community facilities, including a large pool. In another two years, 338 families will call this home.

Cypress Mill: Continue traveling west on 19th, past Southshore Library, and you’ll reach this family community. House sizes range from 1,300 to 3,777 sq.ft., and they too will have community facilities with a large pool. There are three phases planned, eventually adding almost 900 homes.

Shadetree Apartments: Exit Cypress Mills and head south on Cypress Creek and you’ll immediately see these luxury apartments. There will be 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units available with a pool and recreational facilities in the center of the complex. A total of 260 apartments are expected to be ready in July.

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LAWN BOWLING • TENNIS • GOLF • SOFTBALL• PICKLEBALL & MORE! SCC Shuffleboard Club News

The members of the SCC SBC would like to welcome our friends and neighbors from Sun City Center, Kings Point, and Freedom Plaza to our shuffleboard club. Our social shuffles are enjoyable for everyone. Partners are determined by a random drawing, so everyone has a chance to play. This is a great time to meet and make new friends.

Congratulations to club members, Ursula and Moe Joyal, for achieving State Amateur Status. They join Cau Huynh and Wayne Green, other club members who have achieved the designation as a State Amateur, which requires considerable participation and achievement in the Florida Shuffleboard Associations tournament schedule.

Free Beginner and Intermediate Shuffleboard Classes will be conducted in April. The three class sessions will be two hours each and will be at the SCC Shuffleboard Courts on Thursdays, April 11, 18, and 25. Class will start at 9:30 a.m. Attendees must sign up for the class as the number of students will be limited. To sign up for lessons, please email Roger Kennicutt, tkennicutt@aol.com or call 816-520-6200.

Regular membership to the Shuffleboard Club runs from January to December and cost $20 per year. Membership is open to any Community Association member in good standing. Summer hours start April 1, 2019 and regular social shuffle is conducted on Monday, Wednesday and Friday starting at 9 a.m. The courts are also available to CA members and club members and equipment are available seven days a week except on certain league days during the winter months.

Lawn Bowling Men’s “Singles” Champion

By Garry Higgins In the fifth and final match of the Men’s Singles Championship, it was Bob Fladung over Larry Johnson. Lots of spectators were on hand to watch this exciting game that was played to twentyone shots. Last year’s winner, Rich Maxedon, was on hand as the official marker.

For more information about the sport of lawn bowling and the club, visit www.suncitycenterlbc. com. Residents of Kings Point and Bob Fladung, 2019 “Pebble Beach” Sun City Center are welcomed. Men’s Singles Champion.

Sea Dogs Win Tournament

Joel Deitch, John Moore, and Paul Melvin.

2019 Lawn Bowling FunFest 50/50 Winner

The Sun City Center Lawn Bowling Club conducted their annual 50/50 raffle at FunFest. This year’s lucky winner was John Moore, who was just passing by and decided to “take a chance”. At the end of the event, John was called back to the booth by Joel Deitch to claim the $196 purse from Club Treasurer, Paul Melvin.

Proceeds from the Club’s various activities at FunFest are used to help maintain the greens and purchase lawn bowling and croquet equipment. For more information, visit “suncitycenterlbc.com”. Members of the Sun City Center and Kings Point Community Associations are welcome to join.

By Jim Collins Lloyd Opgenorth’s “Sea Dogs” sailed into the end of season tournament to dominate the competition on February 15. The Dogs handily beat Jim Collins’ “Rockets” 15 to 3 in the first game of the four team playoffs while “Sweet” Lou Klusty’s Reds eliminated Al Goodyear’s “Red Sox” in the second game of the day.

The Sea Dogs left little doubt who was the better team that day when they shellacked the Reds 18 to 5 in the final game to win the tournament championship.

The tournament had perfect weather and drew the largest spectator crowd of the season. The fabulous Diamondettes, club volunteers, served hot dogs, hamburgers, snacks and drinks for a modest donation.

Sun City Center Softball club is open to all Sun City Center, Kings Point, and Freedom Plaza members in good standing. Games are played year-round with membership open to men and women and all skill levels. Residents interested in joining the club can go to the website “suncitycentersoftball.com” or email us at “suncitycentersoftball@gmail.com”.

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Caloosa Women Host Scepter Women for Home to Home Golf Tournament

By Aileen Engel On Wednesday, February 20, the Caloosa Women’s Golf Association hosted Scepter Women golfers for our annual Home to Home tournament.

Ninety-seven golfers participated in 25 teams for the two best ball tournament. We began with a lovely selection of breakfast items before golf and a delightful luncheon following golf. The winning team with a net score of 104 was Kim Roush & Pearl Karen Crippen, Kim Roush, Carol Ashe (from Caloosa) and Karen Salowitz, and Pearl Ashe.

Crippen & Carol Salowitz (from Scepter). Kim Roush also broke 80 for the first time with a personal best score of 79.

Polk County Plaque in Memory of Archer Roger Niederhoff

On Saturday March 9, 2019 Polk County dedicated Saturday’s Senior Games in the memory of SCC & KP archery club member Roger Niederhoff. Roger was an avid archer who participated in archery competition shoots around the country. Roger passed away Feb 3, 2019. On Sunday March 10, SCC & KP archery club member Bill Humes presented a plaque from Polk County to Roger’s girlfriend Sandi Schlichting, dedicating Saturday’s Senior Games to Roger at a memorial gathering on Sunday March 10 in Kings Point North Clubhouse Waterside Bill Humes and Sandi Schlichting room.

John Benoit World Record Holder Parachutist

By Bob Monahan, Sports Writer On August 12, 2018 John Benoit was part of a group called SOS (Skydivers Over Sixty), who together jumped from the heavens to make a formation linking all 75 jumpers at one time.

This shattered the world record.

Four turbo prop planes each carrying twenty passengers ascended to 16,000 feet where the parachutists took their last breath of air from their oxygen hoses before disbursing in a formation that had been repeatedly rehearsed on the ground below. On the sixth attempt that day all 75 linked together in one formation in sixty seconds. All 75 deployed their parachutes and landed safely.

John, who has logged 2,300 since his first back in 1971, can be found nearly every Saturday parachuting at Skydive City at Zephyrhills Airport, one of the largest jump centers in the world.

John is married to Jeannine, an angel he credits for her patience in all his endeavors and travel. They are the parents of three daughters and one son. His son followed in his footsteps and is a frequent parachutist. He still owns a farm house in upstate New York. John’s parents owned a home in Sun City Center and it was only natural that John bought a house here to join his sister Rene Bray. John says he is enjoying the wide variety of activities available to his family here in Sun City Center.

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L to R, Jim Rogers and Lee Saucier.

Basketball Club Members Deliver Medal-Worthy Performance

SCC Basketball Club members won four medals at the Polk County Shooting Contest Feb. 27. Jim Rogers won bronze in the five-point contest, and Lee Saucier won gold in timed shooting, as well as two silvers, foul shooting and five-point shooting.

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By Bradd Robinson According to the Corporation for National Community Service, 25 percent of Americans volunteer each year. The average volunteer dedicates 32 volunteer hours each year.

From my experience in our community, I am confident that we exceed those numbers.

This month we would like to turn the volunteer spotlight on Terry and Ellen McGovern. Terry and Ellen have dedicated 14 years of their lives in Sun City Center giving back to our local community.

They have volunteered for Lions, Women’s Club, 100 Women Who Care and Meals on Wheels via Samaritan Services.

Terry and Ellen volunteer to help others in need, and in return they receive the satisfaction of knowing that they have helped others feel better and receive the support they need. They also feel that without volunteering they would feel a sense of boredom. Volunteering has also been a great way for them to meet some really neat people in our community.

Through volunteering Terry and Ellen have had an impact on many lives. I was given several examples of how they have had a positive impact on people’s lives, but one truly stood out to me. While delivering meals for Meals on Wheels, they came across someone in our community whose home was uninhabitable. They were able to report the condition of the

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Sunday, March 31 8:30 am - 1:00 pm Community Hall on S. Pebble Beach home to the proper authorities, and in return that resident received the help they needed to make their home a clean, safe and enjoyable place to live.

Terry and Ellen hit the nail right on the head when they told me that, “Someday, you might be in a situation where you need the help of someone else.” If we don’t get people to volunteer, others will be without help that I needed.” Volunteering is what Sun City Center is all about, and it is a great way meet new people, while helping others in need.

Sun City Center was founded on the philosophy of volunteerism.

If you’d like to explore the many opportunities available to you, please contact Marilyn CotéMiller at 813-642-2006 or visit www.volunteermatch.org.

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Sweetheart Luncheon and Heart Health

Before February’s Sweetheart Luncheon began, attendees were treated to a free lunch courtesy of South Bay Hospital.

By Diane M. Loeffler Did you know that Such Bay Hospital has ongoing educational programs? These programs take place in various locations in our town. Each one has its own theme. Food is usually provided. Speakers are doctors and nurses who work at the hospital. The presentations are followed by question and answer sessions. Often you can talk to the presenters one-onone afterwards.

South Bay Hospital’s February 28 seminar was a Sweetheart Luncheon at Trinity Baptist Church. A full lunch was served including dessert.

One of February’s speakers was Jenna Kazil, MD RPVI. She performs a variety of types of surgery at South Bay Hospital including vascular surgery. She spoke about Peripheral Arterial Disease, vein stenosis, varicose veins, heart health and related matters. While she was talking about pacemakers, she passed around actual pacemakers

for us to look at and hold. At the close of the program, she answered everyone’s questions.

The other speaker was Renee Noriega, a nurse at the hospital.

She says, “If you think you are having a heart attack or stroke, don’t drive and don’t have your neighbor or spouse take you to the hospital. Call 911.”

Noriega says, “If you have a stroke, you need to get to the hospital right away. Some signs are arm weakness, facial drooping and speech difficulty.”

Heart disease symptoms can be constant and ongoing fatigue, heart beat changes, difficulty breathing, or chest pains. Do you have difficulty sleeping unless you stack your pillows or sleep in your recliner?

Let your doctor know right away.

Noriega says, “If you aren’t sure if you are having a heart attack go to the hospital just in case.

Women should remember that heart attacks are the number one killer of women. One in three women die from a heart attack.”

Renee Noriega, a nurse at South Bay Hospital, spoke about heart health.

Jenna Kazil MD RPVI spoke at the luncheon and answered questions.

Afterwards, she met with anyone who wished to speak with her individually.

By Paula Lickfeldt In 2001, four men sat around Ray Kelley’s kitchen table and sang for a beer. The four were, Ike McCloskey playing guitar, Ray Kelley playing dobro, Jim Kinnear playing guitar and Kenny Ward playing mandolin.

The first gal to join the group was Mary Lou, who played the spoons and the washboard but very shortly after joining the group she had to return to West Virginia. Janette Harrington, the group’s “Minnie Pearl” was next to join, and she also played the spoons and the washboard and told wonderful stories about folks sitting on a bench in front of the hardware store. Janette always had a question, and the person who had the correct answer got a Goo-Goo candy cluster from the ACME Candy Co. in Tennessee.

Janette’s philosophy of life was “Just keep breathing.”

The first time the group played publicly was at the memorial service for Eddie Lahowski.

Eddie’s final request was that someone would play his fiddle one more time after his death.

The fiddle was played at his memorial service.

In 2003, Ike, with the help of Kelly Emmerson, wrote the bylaws for the club and applied for membership as a club in the Community Association.

Membership was granted, and Ike became the president, a position which he held for many years.

The club now has a membership of over sixty. The oldest member, at age 96, is Ed Watson who

plays the harmonica. He told me that he has been playing the harmonica since he was twelve years old. His brother found a harmonica. One reed was missing but they both used it and learned to play. Another member is Joe Bateman, who plays the Autoharp. Joe started playing the Autoharp in 1976.

When he retired from the US Air Force, where he was stationed at MacDill, he and his wife Clara moved to SCC and Joe joined the Pickers. Carolyn Hunter joined the club about fourteen years ago. She plays the guitar and writes songs about things that happen in SCC. The Front Porch Pickers play every Wednesday at the Rollins Theater from 2 until 4 p.m.

During the winter season, they have an audience of nearly 140. Each week they pass a basket for donations and they get a donation when the have a playdate. At the end of each year the board decides which local charities they will support financially, with the donations they collected during the year.

This year the Pickers gave $900 to the Good Samaritans, $900 to Meals on Wheels and they paid for six Hardship Awards to be given by the CA. If you are looking for something fun and uplifting to do on a Wednesday afternoon, you should make your way to the Rollins Theater and listen to the Front Porch Pickers. They are a group of people who really have a good time “pickin’ and grinnin’.”

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Fascinating Havana

By Kai Rambow Licking a delicious mojito sorbet was just one of many contrasts that make Havana fascinating.

We were snacking at a private ice cream shop, thanks to our tour guide. To really discover Cuba, learn the story behind the story – it’s fascinating.

Havana is much more than old cars.

Despite major challenges in getting parts and supplies, many classic cars are in beautiful condition. If all the historic buildings were restored, people all over the world would be flocking to visit Havana.

The contrast between restored buildings and dilapidated buildings next door is stark. After the revolution, people were allowed to keep two properties: one in the city and one in the country.

The rest were confiscated by the state.

One property in the city did not mean an entire building.

For example, one home, a three-story building would be divided into three apartments.

Just divided: no additions (think communal bathrooms), no upgrades – nothing, just divided spaces.

Some families would have money for maintenance, others would not, resulting in no maintenance being done at all. It’s ironic that in a socialist system, no HOA and no collective maintenance exists.

The result: run-down buildings, many of which require major restoration work.

Socialism vs Capitalism There is an absolutely fascinating system in place for small businesses. There are restaurants throughout Havana.

Getting reliable supplies is a challenge. A restaurant may have a menu, but if short on supplies they will simply inform you an item is not available that day.

When the Cuban government allowed some private enterprise, they set things up to the state’s advantage. The state actually

owns and operates restaurants at a competitive advantage.

State run restaurants are able to buy wholesale and set up in prime locations. Private restaurants must buy supplies at retail prices from state run grocery stores. They cannot even get a discount based on volume. The last challenge: the state-run restaurants pay no taxes; private restaurants pay hefty taxes. Here’s the great news: despite these obstacles, private restaurants are flourishing.

How can you spot the difference? A restaurant in a great corner location, offering comfort food, such as pizza is government owned and operated. A restaurant on a side street with mostly locals will probably be private.

My mojito sorbet was a first-rate product in a little private ice cream shop. Want to really help Cubans? Let your guide know that you know the difference, and ask for a really good private restaurant.

Cuba Again?

This first trip to Cuba was enlightening. The obvious is hundreds of years of history, deep cultural roots and tasty food. Add in being more beautiful than imagined, more fascinating than thought possible with wonderful people and I would not only recommend a cruise here, but will take the opportunity to revisit in the future.

Tips for a Great Trip Invest in Private Tour: In Havana you have three options: Take a cruise ship excursion; use the hop-on-hop-off bus tour; or hire a private guide. Havana is a 500-year-old city with narrow streets; a bus tour will drive past major sites. If you really want to learn about Havana and Cuban life, a private guide is worth the investment. Develop rapport, ask great questions and gain insights you simply can’t with the other options.

Mention Havana and most people think classic cars. Touring around Havana in one of these beauties is a popular excursion for many visitors.

Our private tour involved walking large sections of Old Havana and included two hours touring in a classic convertible.

Tip: Maybe you need a stop for a quick bite, but leave any shopping until after your tour.

Booked with Cubaoutings Tours. Payment was in CUCs upon conclusion of tour. Note: Even with tips, this was less expensive than the cruise ship shore excursions.

Water and Snacks: Be sure to take water, you’ll need it. Cuban authorities will let you take water, if they are in unopened bottles.

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Silver Osprey Squadron #64 Luncheon to Feature Captain Edward W. Sandlin, USCG

Captain Edward W. Sandlin, USCG, the Commanding Officer of the Clearwater, Coast Guard air station will be the guest speaker at the Association of Naval Aviation’s local chapter luncheon on April 12, 2019. Captain Sandlin will be sharing the ways that recent improvements in technology in their aircraft are changing the ways in which aircrews are being trained and its effect on operations and capabilities.

The luncheon will be held at the Plaza Club, at Freedom Plaza. Meet and greet at 11, Lunch at noon. You can mail your reservations to Mr. Tom Harding, at 309 Noble Faire, Sun City Center, 33573. Deadline will be Tuesday, April 9. Cost: $16 for members and $19 for nonmembers. Email is “thacons@aol.com”.

Veterans Sponsor ‘Sock Hop’ Spring Dance

By B. Frank Kepley, CAPT USN (Ret.) Military Correspondent The annual Sun City Center Veterans’ Spring Dinner/Dance took place Saturday, March 9, 2019 in the Community Association’s Florida Room. The event was sponsored by the combined Sun City Center veterans’ organizations. A social hour with appetizers followed by a delicious meal was enjoyed by all.

The program featured a “Sock Hop” attire with Lily Marlane leading the participants in singing the various service songs. All of the services and other appropriate individuals were then formally toasted. Music for dancing was provided by the “Just the Two of Us” duo.

A cake cutting ceremony took place to commemorate the chapter’s 26year history.

MOWW presents awards at annual banquet

By B. Frank Kepley, CAPT USN (Ret.) Military Correspondent The Military Order of the World Wars (MOWW) held their Annual Dining Out event at the Freedom Plaza Club in Sun City Center. The National MOWW Commander in Chief (CINC), LTC John Hollywood, USA (Ret) was the guest of honor.

LTC Walt Cawein, USA (Ret) was presented the Silver Patrick Henry Medallion for organizing and chairing the Sun City Center Veterans Memorial Committee, and for his commitment to the Memorial that continued through to its successful completion and dedication on 10 January 2019. He has provided the community with a remembrance of the service provided by many residents of this community, past and present.

Jan Bassett, Regent of the Colonel George Mercer DAR chapter, presented a $7,000 donation to MOWW for their YLC program. The donation was provided by the South Shore Council Community Foundation of Tampa Bay RADM Ron Silva, USCG (Ret), Mrs. Danielle Hansen and Machielle Wood LTC USA (Ret) were inducted as Perpetual MOWW members and LTC Tom McHugh USA (Ret) and Maj. Bob Smith USAF (Ret) were inducted as a regular new Companions.

Also recognized was Ms. Kenya Smith, who was presented the Phoenician Award for National Second Runner-up, in the annual National essay contest at the 2018 Youth Leadership Conference (YLC) in Tallassee, FL. Ms. Smith was the Outstanding Student and JROTC Battalion Commander at Newsome High School. She received her cash award, congratulatory letter and Phoenician Award Certificate from the CINC, LTC Hollywood.

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MFST Recognizes Community Donors at Luncheon

By B. Frank Kepley, CAPT USN (Ret.) Military Correspondent The Military Family Support Trust (MFST) held a luncheon to honor the donors of the Sun City Center (SCC) and Kings Point (KP) military and civic organizations that have supported the many MFST charitable endeavors. The luncheon was held at the Sun City Center Freedom Plaza Club on March 15, 2019.

Colin Howgill, MFST chairman, introduced the MFST Trustees and thanked all of the honored guests for their generous support of the MFST goals. He then presented Harry Benter, Pat O’Connor, Chris Bowles, Corena Fristad, and Colin Howgill with the corporation’s Certificate of Membership in the Retired Officers Corporation Benefactor’s Circle for the outstanding cumulative financial support.

Chairman Howgill then commented on the various endeavors of MFST, which include, but are not limited to: four year scholarships for high school seniors, JROTC Honors Program, Homeless Women Veterans, Operation Warm Heart, Veteran Guide Dog, Southeastern Guide Dogs Paws for Patriots program, My Warriors Place, Operation Helping Hand and sponsoring ‘Guardians’ for the Honor Flight Support Program.

MFST is a 501(c)3 organization that supports through their grant programs, military families past and present. If you would like more information on making donation to MFST, contact Nancy Alguire or Lori Germain at 813.634.4675.

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Come to the Veterans and Spouse Information Fair April 2

“Rules concerning veteran care change. That’s why we have invited all the federal, state and county agencies who provide veteran services to participate in a Veterans and Spouse Information Fair on April 2 in Sun City Center,” said Bill Hodges, member of Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Chapter 10, which is sponsoring the event.

The three-hour event (1 to 4 p.m.) in the SCC Community

Association Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach will be formatted to facilitate one-on-one conversations.

Personnel from the agencies and organizations will be assigned to tables for the entire afternoon; there will be no formal presentation. Veterans are encouraged to bring their DD214 along with them. If they don’t have it, they will be shown how to get one.

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Major General Clayton Hutmacher Addresses MOAA

By B. Frank Kepley, CAPT USN (Ret.) Military Correspondent Major General Clayton Hutmacher USA (Ret.) was the featured speaker at the April 6 Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) luncheon in the Florida Room at the North Side Atrium.

General Hutmacher became the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Special Operations Warrior Foundation in September 2018. He was a career United States Army Officer and retired in 2018 having served over 40 years From left: MG Clayton Hutmacher in uniform.

General Hutmacher was USA (Ret); LTC Benny Blackshire, USA (Ret), chapter president. presented a check for $200 by Benny Blackshire, chapter president, for the Special Operations Warrior Foundation. One of the foundations major goals is to provide a free education, from first grade through college, for the children of individuals killed while on active duty.

MOAA membership is open to all military officers, both past and present. The chapter meets monthly (except July/August) at the Atrium building in the Florida room at 11 a.m. and includes a $15 lunch and a guest speaker. Additional information can be obtained by calling 813.642.0801 or emailing “dkepley@tampabay.rr.com”.

opening of the Riverview clinic of the James A. Haley Veterans Hospital, there is heightened interest in medical care right now and an army of representatives from Haley will be on hand to provide information and discuss individual issues.

Veterans receiving care at the VA in Tampa or another facility and wish to transfer can do so at this gathering.

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The Florida Department of Veterans Affairs, Hillsborough County Veterans Affairs Department, Crisis Center of Tampa Bay and Sarasota National Cemetery also plan to attend.

The DAV will have service officers available and other militaryrelated organizations who will have tables are American Legion, Military Order of World Wars (MOWW), Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), Leathernecks, Daughters of American Revolution and My

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Warriors Place. Sun Radio which airs Veterans Corner will also be on site.

While visiting the fair, be sure to check out the new SCC Veterans Memorial in front of the Hall.

Walt Cawein will be manning a table with order blanks on hand for bricks to be added to the memorial foundation.

Disabled American Veterans Chapter #110 representative Bill Hodges meets with Sam Soria, of the SCC CA and Alicia Burden Public Information Officer at the James A. Haley VA hospital to plan the table layout for the upcoming information fair. Don’t miss it April 2 from 1 to 4 p.m.

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NOTICE: Each community and club in Sun City Center and Kings Point has specific rules about membership and attendance. Unless specifically stated or posted, most venues, meetings and events hosted on the Community Association campus and in Kings Point require attendees to bring their SCC CA or KP ID or come with a resident member. When in doubt, contact the club in question - not the venue or association - prior to arrival. Thanks.

Feline Folks Fundraiser

Kings Point Dance Club Easter Holiday Dance

If you like jewelry or just like seeing pretty things that are reasonably priced consider attending Feline Folks very special jewelry fundraising event. Join them on Monday, April 15 from 12:30 to 4 p.m. in the Kings Point North Club House Banquet Room.

Entrance donation $5 or donate a piece of pre-loved jewelry at the door. Then shop hundreds of pieces of previously donated items. Jewelry Prices start at $3. If you would like to help with this event, visit the group at their next Meow Mixer on April 4 at 4:30 p.m. in the Kings Point 2020 Building Culinary Room, or send an email to “info@felinefolks.us”

Wednesday, April 10 at the Kings Point Veteran’s Theater. Doors open 7 p.m. Dancing from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Music by: Thor Stevens.

All KP, SCC, singles and guests welcome. Dressy Casual, no shorts.

BYOB. Members free, guests $5.

Birds of Ft. De Soto Park at Eagle Audubon’s April Meeting

Dinner Dance Meeting on Tuesday April 2 in the Kings Point Veterans Theater at 5 p.m. Music by SoulRcoaster. Food by Banquet Masters. Buffet menu: carved prime rib, chicken Florentine, stuffed shells, veggies, sweet potatoes, salad bar dessert, coffee, tea, and soda. BYOB. Cost: members $25, guests $28.50. Make checks payable to “New York Club” and send to or drop off at Frank Gatto, 1925 New Bedford Drive in SCC. Info: call 813.633.8942. Bring small bills (no $100’s, $50’s, or $20’s) for Let’s Make a Deal.

Eagle Audubon Society will offer the last meeting of the 20182019 season on April 18. Local photographer, Sig Leif Olsen, will showcase “The Birds of Ft. De Soto Park and More” in the Banquet Room of the Kings Point Main Clubhouse, 1900 Clubhouse Dr., Sun City Center. The brief meeting will start at 2 p.m. with speaker to follow. The presentation is free and open to the public. Refreshments provided. For more information about Eagle Audubon visit www. eagleaudubonflorida.org.

Mixed Chorus Tribute to Rodgers & Hammerstein

By Stephanie Casey The Kings Point Mixed Chorus is excited to announce that the 2019 Spring Concert will entertain you with some of the greatest songs of two Musical Theater legends, Richard Rodgers & Oscar Hammerstein. Please join us for an afternoon of nostalgia and pure listening pleasure. The Concert will be performed in the Kings Point Veterans Theater at 4 p.m., Tuesday, April 9. Tickets are on sale at the Kings Point North Box Office for $8. Both round table Cabaretstyle and bleacher seats are available, BYOB, if you wish. For more information, call Mary Anne at 813.634.8747 or email “triplelady@ aol.com”.

Italian Club of Kings Point SCC Dinner Dance

Y’all come and join the fun at our Tuscany Picnic Hoedown. Stomp to the music of Together, Pat and Janice who are performers at our KPNC. Our chuck wagon will provide the food prepared by Banquet Masters. Menu is: Italian sausage and peppers, hamburgers with mozzarella and roll, with marinara sauce on the side. Chicken tenders with teriyaki and BBQ dipping sauce. We are serving Tuscany style potato salad, pasta primavera salad, cold tomato and cucumber salad. Salad bar, apple pies and lemon meringue pie. Coffee, iced tea and soda will be served by the club. BYOB. Members $15, guests $18. Tickets will be sold in the KPCH North in the lobby on May 1 and 2 from 9 to 12 noon. Any questions call May Fleming 813.419.4790 or Terry Devoti 813.260.3220.

Wearing your Stetsons and Cowgirl/Cowboy gear is encouraged but not required. Looking forward to your being with us at the hoedown.

It’s a Royal Baby Shower

Tuesday, April 16 from 2 to 5 p.m. in the Florida Room, Atrium Building. To honor Prince Harry and Meghan’s expected baby The British Connection invites you to attend a baby shower. All baby gifts are being donated to Our lady of Guadalupe mission. Admission: Please help by bringing a $10 unwrapped baby gift. Need diapers, onesies etc. Refreshments will be served, along with tea, coffee, and soft drinks. BYOB. For info: call Shari Bill at 480.734.7210 to reserve, before April 10.

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Opportunity Quilt Winner

Kay Drymon, was the lucky winner of this beautiful Opportunity Quilt from the Kings Point Quilters at our annual Quilt Show. Funds raised from this year’s Opportunity quilt is going to selected veterans charities.

Pictured is Kay Drymon (left) and Deb Burgeson, President of the Kings Point Quilters (right).

KP Krafters Contribute to the SCC Emergency Squad

The KP Krafters recently donated $1,500 from the sale of the “Krafts” to the SCC Emergency Squad.

The funds are most appreciated and will be used for ongoing projects of the Squad. Pictured here are Cass Murphy, Kat Gaussi, Catherine Yevoli, Marty Gifford and Dorothy Beck.

Kings Point Follies 2019

By Stephanie Casey After months of effort, hard work and dedication, the cast of Follies 2019 is almost ready to unveil this year’s Variety Extravaganza, “Anything Can Happen.”

About 100 volunteers, including entertainers and support staff, from Sun City Center and the surrounding South Shore area have joined forces to help make this another outstanding and uniquely clever production.

The Kings Point Veterans Theater will “come alive” with three shows, the first at 7 p.m. on Friday, April 5 and again at 1:30 and 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 6. Tickets are available at the Kings Point North Clubhouse Box Office for $14. “Anything Can Happen” features both familiar and new talented Community entertainers who will delight you with wonderful solo and chorus selections, clever group and chorus dance numbers, comedy, specialty acts, and a few twists and surprises tucked in to add to the fun.

We are proud to say that proceeds from the Follies benefit a number of worthy causes throughout the Sun City Center area community.

For more information, you may call Diane at 813.642.0606 or email “dilef62@yahoo.com”. You can also contact Linda at 319.481.7897 or “wapsigal@hotmail.com”.

Kings Point Quilters Mystery Quilt Winner

Kings Point Quilters Mystery Quilt Challenge reveal was held today with a total of eight submissions. The quilters were challenged to create the quilt by way of a monthly “clue”. First place winner is Barbara Solios.

Lapidary Club Donates to Samaritan Services

Judi Caveglia (center) of the Kings Point Lapidary club presents a check for $250 to Samaritan Services Julie Floyd (left) and Dolores Berens (right).

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Alienated Grandparents

By Kai Rambow Have you been cut off from your grandchildren? You are not alone. Now there is a support group that meets right here. Most grandparents in this situation are alienated in several ways. They are suddenly cut off from their adult child and their grandchildren and, in many cases, don’t know why.

One day communication is blocked with demands not to call or write anymore.

Another form of alienation is thinking they are the only grandparents in this situation.

Many are ashamed or embarrassed that this has happened to them. Perhaps the most deflating alienation comes from seeking help from professional therapists, who are unable to help. Only about 25 percent of therapists are familiar with grandparent alienation.

Alienated Grandparents Anonymous, founded just a few years ago here in Florida, now has support groups in all 50 states and 22 countries. The support groups give people an opportunity to tell their story with people who are going through similar experiences.

This can be particularly tough on single grandparents. Many do not have a good friend, or if they do have a good friend, he or she cannot relate. And, just as it states in the name, it’s anonymous.

More importantly learning what to say, what to do and what to expect are extremely helpful tips.

People share what has worked for them. In

addition, conferences with experts, such as therapists and lawyers, help grandparents get the right information.

There is little research in this area. One expert is Carol Golly, a child therapist. Golly is close to completing her doctorate in this area: “There isn’t much research in this area. Research is important to support anything being brought before lawmakers.”

Golly noted there is plenty of research on parental alienation and its impact on children. “High-conflict divorce situations often lead to children being cut off from one parent.

Children denied access to one parent are at high risk for problematic relationships, depression, substance abuse and a lack of individuation, meaning ‘people can be dispensed’ and ‘you can’t trust people.’”

Hopefully in the future, thanks to experts like Golly, there will be an increased awareness of this problem and more knowledge about the impacts of alienation on both grandchildren and grandparents.

It you are an alienated grandparent, there is much more to learn and understand what is going on, than can be shared here. You can safely reach out to Alienated Grandparents Anonymous by email at: “hc_aga@hotmail. com”. The group meets every fourth Thursday in Sun City Center. To learn more about Alienated Grandparents Anonymous check out their website at: “www.AGA-FL.org”.

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Protect Yourself Against Fraud

By Diane M. Loeffler The Second Annual Consumer Protection and Fraud Symposium was held at Community Hall on March 5. Men’s Club President David Floyd says, “Living here in Sun City Center we have a little target on our back.” He and other speakers say that retirees have, or are perceived to have, money and are often the first ones that criminals try to scam and take advantage of.

Colonel James Bradford from the Hillsborough County Department of Investigative Services spoke next. He is a 28year law enforcement veteran with experience in all areas of law enforcement. He says, “It is especially tragic when seniors lose their money because there is no second chance for them to rebuild their finances.”

Bradford says, “There is no reason to feel ashamed if you have been scammed. It could happen to anyone. I was sitting at my desk in the sheriff’s office when I received a call that was supposedly from the IRS. The person said there was a warrant for my arrest. Please remember

the IRS and police don’t call you on the phone. The IRS will contact you by mail and the police will show up at your door. Question everything and everyone.”

Eric Olsen, MPA is the Division Director for Consumer Protection for Consumer and Veterans Services, Consumer Protection Division. He says, “Consumers can always call us if they have questions about a business or other issue and we are happy to help. Always remember to do your homework before hiring any contractors.”

Other speakers at the seminar were Art Smith representing Seniors vs Crime, Joseph Smith from the U.S. Middle District of Florida Courts, Ryan Albrittan and Michael Owen who are Special Agents with the Global Trade Investigations Group of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Andrew Seleka who is a Special Agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and Brian Oglesby who is the Director of Public Relations and Outreach for the Better Business Bureau.

Hillsborough County Commissioner, Stacy White (right), presented Men’s Club President David Floyd (left) with a commendation for the Men’s Club’s work in helping keep Sun City Center residents safe.

Colonel James Bradford from the Hillsborough County Department of Investigative Services says, “There is no reason to feel ashamed if you have been scammed.”

Shannon Mitchell listens to a question posed by an area resident.

Mitchell is the Director of Public Relations and communications of South Bay Hospital.

Sun City Center Security Patrol helps keep residents safe. Pictured are Norma Hardesty, President and Fred Fiedler, Chief of Patrol.

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Gail Gause and Patrick J. Hough answered questions about how Seniors vs. Crime can help us. Gause warns us never to sign an Assignment of Benefits form for any contractor.

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For Greater SCC residents who think they need a medical alert button and don't believe they can afford it, the Men's Club of Sun City Center would like for you to contact our office.

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The Men's Club was formed in the early 1960's. In 1991, the Men's Club decided to offer Philips Lifeline Personal Emergency Response System (PERS) to residents of Sun City Center and Kings Point with no annual contract.

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Recycling Presentation at Redeemer Lutheran

Do you know how to properly recycle your items? Do you know why some items cannot be recycled? Join us for information on how to properly recycle and learn more about the process on Wednesday, April 10 at 10 a.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 701 Valley Forge Blvd. in Sun City Center. A representative from the County Public Utilities Department will provide a presentation on recycling. Everyone is invited.

CCW General Meeting

The Council of Catholic Women will be celebrating the conclusion of another successful year on Thursday, April 4 with a brunch following the 8 a.m. mass in the Conesa Center. Ham and drinks will be provided. Members are asked to bring something to share: salads, deviled eggs, breakfast casseroles, fruit, etc. We will be wishing our snowbirds Godspeed as they return to their summer homes. Guests welcome!

Trinity Baptist Musical and Dramatic Multimedia Presentation

“The Resurrection” includes both drama and music revolving around the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ and His victorious resurrection. The multimedia presentation is filled with singing and drama set in contemporary times supported with video and opportunities for audience participation. We invite you to sing along with stirring Christian songs as the words are projected for you.

Light refreshment will be served after each Trinity performance.

Admission is free. Seating is open and limited, so arrive early.

Show times: April 4, 7:30 p.m., Freedom Plaza Auditorium April 13, 3 p.m., Trinity Sanctuary and Fellowship Hall April 14, 6 p.m., Trinity Sanctuary and Fellowship Hall Trinity Baptist Church, 702 Del Webb Blvd., West; Sun City Center, Fl., 813.634.4228 or www.trinitybaptistscc.com.

History and Future of the SouthShore United Church of Christ

In April of 1962, residents moved into the first 30 new homes in the new Sun City Center retirement community. With no church available, residents began holding a Bible-Study Group that soon outgrew home meetings. They then held meetings at the Town Hall and with rapid growth by mid-July this multidenominational group was ready to consider organizing a church with the assistance of the Florida Conference of the United Church of Christ. The first service conducted by an ordained minister in Sun City Center was on August 5, 1962.

Guided by a Steering Committee with the assistance of the Board of Homeland Ministries of the United Church of Christ, the citizens extended a call to Dr. William C. Burton. By July 29, 1963 the Articles of Incorporation and a seal were issued to the United Community Church of Sun City Center by the State of Florida.

The Board of Homeland Ministries of the United Church of Christ purchased land from Del Webb Corporation and provided a mortgage loan to get the building project started. Construction began on June 15, 1964 with the first service in the new sanctuary on December 13, 1964. Major expansion was completed in March of 1971 and additional improvements in 1977, and 1987.

The congregation, after 56 years in this building, has elected to sell the current property. In examining this process, it became very clear that the present structure does not suit the needs of the congregation, in size or location. The plan is to reinvest in a new facility in a higher visibility area that will allow SSUCC to continue to serve Sun City Center while also attracting a younger demographic.

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Janet Smith, President of Board of Directors of Haven of Hope, and Tonyalee Atamanuk, resident, (far left front row) recently spoke to a group of students at Gannon University. Every spring break, Gannon organizes 100+ trips around the world for community activity and awareness. These students came to the Florida campus from Erie, PA. For the last four years Sally Dittman and Deputy Jeff Merry have organized an awareness program on human trafficking, domestic abuse, women in recovery and other women’s issues.

Janet and Tonyalee spoke about the faith-based program at Haven of Hope where women are given a second chance after being released from prison. Haven of Hope provides food, clothing, personal hygiene items along with emotional and spiritual support for the women when they arrive. They are also provided mentors and help finding jobs in the area.

Interfaith Council Awards $5K to CAHT for New Pilot Program

The Interfaith Council of Sun City Center awarded Campaign Against Human TraffickingSouthshore (CAHT) $5,000 to fund a new pilot program, South Shore Safe Emergency Shelter for Human Trafficking and Domestic Violence Victims.

CAHT will provide funding for a safe, short stay at a hotel, food and perhaps gas if needed, for traumatized teens, women, families, seniors and other Interfaith Council Volunteer threatened individuals who must MaryAnn Aylesworth from the be immediately removed from a Newly Near Shop, CAHT Board dangerous situation. This funding Members Bonnie Doll, John is not given to the individuals Mitchell, and Deborah Petrocelli. or families identified, but will be available to our area’s law enforcement, schools, food pantries, churches, and other front-line social service agencies and nonprofits that are trying to manage a crisis situation and need to quickly remove an individual or family who may be a target for potential human trafficking or who is caught in a domestic violence environment.

The United Methodist Church is partnering with CAHT in the implementation of this new program. The pilot program hopes to be in place by end of May. For further information contact CAHT President, Annie Garrison at 813.938.5660 or Pat Hill, Director of Ministries, United Methodist Church, at 813.634.2539.

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SCC Interfaith Council Supports Apollo Beach Elementary

L to R: Cathy Vodak, Jan Heuman, Anita Abbe, Guest Speaker Carla Miles, Doris Palmer, Nancy Dubin, and Oscar Kramer.

Unitarian Universalists Host Interfaith Meeting

By Jay Sparkman Apollo Beach Elementary School was recently presented with a $5,500 grant by the Sun City Center Interfaith Social Action Council. The grant is to be used to add 50 to 100 books to each classroom library. Books will be carefully selected and will address student interests and help support instructional goals. L-R, Kelly McMillan, Principal,

Apollo Beach Elementary, Cristie J. Mosblech, K-5 Reading Coach, Trisha Saalbach, Secretary, SCC Interfaith Council

By Jay Sparkman The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship was host to the February meeting of the Sun City Center Interfaith Social Action Council. The meeting was held in the social room of Trinity Baptist Church. Guest speaker for the evening was Carla Miles, president of The Hope Fund, a non-profit organization that offers mentoring, tutoring, homework assistance, and life skills to school age children in an after-school center in Wimauma.

Trisha Saalbach, SCC Interfaith Council; Kristi Ricketts, Principal, Corr Elementary; Angela Seiferd, Reading Teacher; Jeanie Hallbeck, Teacher; and Malissa Cooke, Teacher.

SCC Interfaith Council Supports Corr Elementary

SouthShore UCC Celebrates Anniversary Sunday

SouthShore UCC Celebrated Anniversary Sunday during Worship on February 17. Couples celebrating 25, 50, 60 and 60-plus years are celebrated. Picture L to R: Lee & Earla Melatti, 62 years; Curtiss & Ester Chappuis, 25 years; Richard & Dorothy Sparks, 61; and Jo & Larry Prater, 60 years.

By Jay Sparkman The Sun City Center Interfaith Social Action Council recently presented Corr Elementary School with a grant of $2,156 for the purpose of purchasing Earthboxes for each classroom providing students a hands-on experience that will be remembered more than when solely reading about the growth of plants. For more information go to www.InterfaithCouncilofSunCityCenter.com or call 813-642-9099

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Residents Contribute to Forida State Fair

By Kai Rambow “Hey Kai,” read the email, “Came across some of our residents who’ve been participating in the Florida State Fair for quite some time. Thought you might want to check it out.”

The adventurous quest revealed things one wouldn’t normally think of. Roland Ripley has worked the ‘Mooternity Ward’ for the past 20 years at the fair. When Ripley volunteers at the state fair it is a 24/7

commitment: he actually lives on property, because no one knows when a cow is going to give birth.

Someone needs to be nearby in case the cow needs help.

Eighty percent of births are normal and problem free. Other births require intervention such as a calf being in the wrong position and needing to be moved into the correct position.

L.D. Hesselink does a great

demonstration of cow milking four times a day. Fun fact: When milk comes out of a cow it is 102 degrees, and needs to be cooled to 38 degrees quickly.

He, like Ripley, has been a lifelong farmer. They met doing woodwork while spending their winter months down here.

Ripley recruited Hesselink to get involved with the Florida

State Fair. Both have been contributing for many years.

Diabetes and Diet: A Hospital Clinical Nutrition Specialist Explains

L.D. Hesselink has a farm in Michigan. During one of his winters down here he met Ripley, who recruited him to volunteer at the state fair.

Hesselink has done the cow milking demonstration for the past 18 years.

Roland Ripley has a farm in New York, but has made a big commitment and volunteered for the past 20 years at the Mooternity ward at the Florida State Fair.

By Diane M. Loeffler Nutrition Specialist Carol Quartana RD, LDN, spoke at Kings Point on the topic of diabetes and diet. Quartana works at Tampa General Hospital in Transplant Nutrition Services and Outpatient Nutrition Services.

Quartana says that age, weight, family history, high blood pressure, and activity levels are among the risk factors for diabetes. Symptoms to look for are frequent urination, increased thirst or excessive hunger. However, there may not always be obvious symptoms, so visit your doctor on a regular basis.

Quartana says, “When you have diabetes, there’s nothing you can’t have. You can work the foods into your diet. We don’t have to avoid any food altogether. We just have to watch the size.”

Fifteen grams of carbohydrates is a serving. Looking at total carbohydrates for prepared foods will let us know how many carbohydrates are in what the package says is a serving size.

Some forms of carbs you may not think about are milk, alcohol, and starchy beans.

“Be consistent. Have the same amount of carbs every meal and don’t skip meals. For example, if you are on an 1800 calorie diet, you should have 45-60 grams for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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Creative Person: April Clement

By Paula Lickfeldt April, her husband Bruce, and their whole family lived in Wichita, Kansas. After April’s mother moved to Sun City Center, she and Bruce visited her. Bruce had never been to Florida. When they arrived, it was 70 degrees in SCC. Back home in Wichita, it was snowing and very cold. They asked each other, “Why are we living where it is so cold?”

Bruce and April went back to Wichita and put their house up for sale. Four days later, in a snowstorm, they sold their house.

Two weeks later, they had a garage sale to sell everything that did not fit in the eighteenfoot truck that they had rented.

The sale was very successful.

There was no doubt in their minds that the move was meant to be. In March of 2015, they were on their way to SCC. April says that she has been drawing all of her life. She cannot remember a time when she did not draw. Her mom loved to draw, her grandma, who was 104 when she passed away, was an artist and a painter and her grandpa carved wood.

April came by her artistic talents naturally.

All through school April would take art classes because she loved to draw. She would end up working on her own because her abilities were already beyond the rest of the class.

She just kept listening, studying, working, and learning.

April sitting in her kitchen in front of a Tuscan mural that she painted.

When April and Bruce arrived in SCC, they lived with April’s mother until they were able to find the house they wanted to buy. The first club that April joined in SCC was the Woodcarvers

Club. She has been in the club for three years and she has a lot of ribbons that she has won with her wood carvings. She has a part time job at Baskin Robbins where she decorates the ice-

31 cream cakes. Bruce plays guitar and belongs to the Front Porch Pickers. April began taking care of the sound board for the Pickers when she would go to the practices. She did such a good job that she was asked to take care of the sound board all of the time.

Drawing, however, is April’s first love. She prefers to draw with pencils. She has tried other media, but she likes pencils best.

She has a real talent for drawing portraits and has photos, that she has taken, of many of the portraits that she has been asked to do. April has also been asked to do portraits of pets.

Wow they are really good!

Sun City Center has a lot of creative and talented people.

April Clement is certainly one of them. Do you know of a local “Creative Person?” Nominate them for a feature story by emailing “editor@newsofscc. com” with the subject line “Creative Person.”

Camp Bayou Needs Volunteer Help

By Paula Lickfeldt Are you looking for a truly rewarding place to volunteer? Do you like to work with youngsters? Do you like to learn about and teach about Florida plants and animals and their relationship to each other? Camp Bayou may be the answer.

Camp Bayou, located in Ruskin, hosts year-round youth programs. Their biggest need is helping with the students. Groups of around 60 students will arrive. They are put into four different groups.

Four teachers are ready with four different lessons. The students will spend 20 to 30 minutes with a teacher and then the students will rotate to another teacher and get a different lesson. Each youngster will get four different lessons in the time period of 10 a.m. until noon. Each teacher will teach their lesson four times to four different groups. Teachers are asked to arrive at Camp Bayou one half hour before the first session begins to set up and get everything ready for the morning. For more information or to volunteer, go to their website “www.campbayou.org”, or call 813.363.5438 and ask for Dolly.

There is also a need for backup workers in the visitor center which is open on Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m.

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Family Connections to SCC

By Paula Lickfeldt Noel and Ginger Kohn came to Sun City Center in 2001 from New Jersey. Noel had four sisters and two brothers, Ginger had one sister and one brother.

When Noel and Ginger retired, they wanted to get away from the cold and they wanted to live below the frost line, so they moved to SCC. In SCC, both Noel and Ginger played golf at Caloosa Golf and Country Club and volunteered on the Security Patrol. Noel installed Lifeline apparatus with the Men’s Club and did taxes for the AARP Free Taxes. Noel was also a member of the Bridge Club and achieved a master ranking. Both Noel and Ginger are now deceased.

Noel and Ginger talked with friends and family about the activities and opportunities that SCC had to offer. Their obvious happiness with the community and the weather inspired several family members and friends to move to SCC. First to come was Noel’s sister Carol Hillberry. She and her husband Ben, who was a professor at Purdue University, came to SCC when Ben retired. They rented a home for three years and then bought a home in 2007. Carol is active in her church, is on the Emergency Squad, the Aquasizers, and plays bridge.

Next came Noel’s sister, Susie, and brother-in-law, Rich Linsley, after selling their business in Lansing, Michigan.

Carol is currently a volunteer dispatcher for the Emergency Squad, Eucharistic minister at Prince of Peace and an Aquasizer.

Carol Hillberry & Mary Schroeder

Then, it was sister, Mary, and her husband, Jack Schroeder’s, turn to move to SCC. They came from Wisconsin where Jack owned a business and Mary worked part time. They had visited their family members in SCC many times, so when retirement came, a move to SCC was logical. They came in 2015 and rented so they could look around and find the house that they wanted to buy. They bought their home in 2016. They are snowbirds. Jack plays pickleball and golfs.

Mary also plays pickleball, is a member and secretary of the Potters Wheel and belongs to Aquasizers. She is taking bridge lessons and is trying to learn about gardening in the south.

Ginger’s sister, Carol, and husband, Gerry Johnson, came to SCC in 2005, and her brother Maury Coffee and his wife Ann also came to SCC in 2005. Not a family member, but very good friends, Tom and Jean Mitchell also came to SCC when they retired, because they had heard so much about it and had liked the community when they visited.

Do you have a family connection to SCC? We would love to hear your story.

Call Paula 633-6739.

April 2019

Who Volunteers at the Same Place for 30 Years

By Diane M. Loeffler Joan McGee Ambrose was a volunteer for The Emergency Squad for thirty years. What kind of person volunteers for the same place for 30 years? What kind of place makes a person want to volunteer there for such a long time? When I was asked to interview Joan for The News, I hoped to get the answer to those questions. I called her for an appointment to interview her, but by then she was in the hospital. On December 25, she passed away.

Joan Ambrose’s 30th Anniversary with the Squad was in November. The Squad wanted to give Joan her recognition a little early because she was having health issues, but she insisted that she would wait until it was really her anniversary.

When the last day of November finally rolled around, she proudly posed for a photo for the Squad’s newsletter, The Siren, and allowed Marilyn Navarro, assistant chief, communications, to give her the pin and plaque commemorating her anniversary.

When Joan and her husband, William, began volunteering at the Squad, he was a driver and her title was First Responder.

At that time, drivers took the ambulance home with them at night and manned their radios around the clock. When there was a call, they would drive to specific places to pick up others on their team. Joan’s title eventually became Emergency Medical Responder (EMR).

Joan Ambrose’s last job at the Squad was coordinator of incoming and outgoing calls.

She continued to keep track of calls and to do paperwork for

the Squad until a very short time before her death.

All Squad volunteers are assigned to a squad and continue to work with the same group of people. The entire time that Joan Ambrose was on the Squad, she worked on Team Three. Volunteers from all teams say that they consider their team to be family.

Joan’s fellow team members love to talk about her. Team member, Captain Charles Russ remembers her showing him books that she thought he would like. Russ says, “After she turned 90, I asked her if it was time to look into a facility. She said she would in six months. Then in six months, she said she would in six more months.” Another team member, Bud Wiehe, EMT and assistant captain says, “I am not the greatest with paperwork, and she was very patient with me.”

So why did Joan McGee Ambrose continue volunteering for the Emergency Squad well into her nineties? Was it because helping as a First Responder, EMR and Coordinator of Calls made her feel good? Was it the closeness of the Squad and its teams? Was it because she loved Sun City Center and wanted to give back to her community?

Or was it all of these things? Is it possible that we all can be a little like Joan Ambrose?

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What Is the Bureau of Insurance Fraud and How Can It Help Me?

By Diane M. Loeffler Just in case insurance wasn’t confusing enough, there are some scammers in this industry. The Florida Department of Financial Services exists to catch them and to educate us.

Carl J. Reshke and Rock Roque joined forces to tell Sun City Center area residents how the Bureau can help us. Roque says, “Call us in advance. Our service is free.

We are able to dissect information and tell you what you need to know.” Their help line number is 877.693.5236. Their website is www.

MyFloridaCFO.com.

Each month their one hundred detectives are faced with about 17,000 fraud cases, so it is better to seek help from them before you sign anything rather than after you have a problem. They can explain tricky concepts like “assignment of benefits” and point out what sections of the documents you need to double check for accuracy or for “fine print.” For example, if you have had cancer in the past, but the agent writes down that you haven’t, your future expenses may not be covered.

Reshke points out that they are

a free agency and want to help consumers. He encourages us all to research businesses and agencies in advance. He once caught someone who had ten aliases and asked him why he had so many. The man replied, “Did you ever Google my name?” The information was out there but sadly few people made any effort to find out about him.

Reshke and Roque described some of the scenarios they addressed in their jobs. One example was a kitchen damaged by a leaky pipe. A contractor said the insurance

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carrier would cover it and tore apart the kitchen, then left the mess. The insurance company never saw the original damage.

The consumer had a battle on his hands.

Some scenarios they described involved agents people had worked with for a while. The agents started asking about other monies their clients have that they can help with, propose a better deal or ask for a loan.

Don’t let your guard down. Read the fine print. Research carefully.

Consult experts like The Florida Bureau of Insurance Fraud.

Healthy Eating to Avoid Diabetes and Other Health Problems

By Diane M. Loeffler Did you know that one in four people with diabetes don’t even know that they have the condition? There are two types of diabetes. Type One Diabetes is when the body cannot make insulin. Type Two Diabetes is when the body does not react properly. The risk of developing diabetes increases over the age of 45. Other risk factors include not being physically active, being a member of certain ethnic groups, giving birth to a baby who weighed over nine pounds, and having had gestational diabetes.

Healthy eating is one way to decrease your chances of developing diabetes and other illnesses. Karen Foster of More Health, Inc. spoke to CA and KP residents. She says, “We need

to look at the four P’s. Portion, Preparation, Put-Ons, Pick the Best, and Pound the Pavement.”

Most Americans eat portions that are far too large. At home, we should use smaller plates and not overfill those plates. At restaurants, we should consider sharing meals or taking half of the food home for a meal on another day.

Foster says, “We eat too fast, then we overeat. It takes our brains about 20 minutes to realize that we ate. We often think we are hungry when we are really thirsty.”

Foster suggests that we refer to the guidelines USDA guidelines.

These guidelines can be found at “choosemyplate.gov”. She says, “One slice of cheese is a serving. A serving of salad is the size of two fists. One slice of

bread is a serving. We should have two or three handfuls of fruit a day. Fruit is much better than fruit juice. If you drink fruit juice check the label to make sure it is one hundred percent juice” “Only one in ten Americans get enough vegetables. We should eat four vegetables a day. Colorful vegetables are the best,” Foster said.

Foster says, “We usually eat too many carbohydrates. When we consume grains, we should try to eat whole grains. The fiber in whole grains and in vegetables prevents certain diseases.”

“Women only need five and a half ounces of protein a day.

Men need six ounces a day. An egg is one ounce of protein.

Nuts are wonderful, but watch serving sizes.”

When preparing food, we should use only healthy oils like olive and canola oils. Steaming and baking foods are better choices than frying or sautéing them.

Foster says, “Put-ons are the items we add to our food: dressings, butter, mayonnaise, sour cream and sauces.” Use them sparingly.

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