News of Sun City Center August 2019

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OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE SUN CITY CENTER COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION

Sun City Center

August 2019

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

COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION SCHEDULE

AUGUST 10 Pool Party 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

12 Board Workshop to discuss Agenda Board Room – CA Office - 9 a.m.

14 Board Meeting Rollins Theater - 9 a.m.

22 Bandstand Concert 5:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

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

11 Board Meeting Rollins Theater - 9 a.m.

17 Club Leaders Meeting Florida Room – 9 a.m.

23 CO-AP Meeting Caper Room – 2 p.m.

26 Membership Budget Review Florida Room – 9 a.m.

The Weather Was Hot, But The Party Was “Cool”

By Diane M. Loeffler Sun City C enter’s C ommunity Association hosted some really cool activities on July 4. CA members and their guests could pull up a chair or a golf cart and listen to live entertainment at the gazebo. Food and refreshments were available for purchase and “free”

ice cream was served using some of the proceeds from the two holiday breakfasts hosted by the Community Association.

Perhaps the “coolest” place to be was the pool. Residents and their guests, including grandchildren and great grandchildren, relaxed and played in the water. Many residents participated in karaoke. Patriotic songs were the biggest hit. Sometimes swimmers joined in with the singing.

3Dom prepares to entertain Sun City Residents. This band also performed at FunFest and can be seen at Circles Restaurant in Apollo Beach.

NOTE: Community Leaders Meetings are not held in August. 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

Carol Beauchane was one of many karaoke singers.

After singing karaoke, resident Bessie Conner Switzer’s granddaughter and namesake, Bessie Thrasher, created beautiful pencil portraits.

Everyone joined in with Lee Greenwood’s “God Bless the U.S.A.”

Independence Day Breakfast

L to R: Ann Fenimore and Andrea Peterson.

Book Nook, What’s That?

By Paula Lickfeldt You may have noticed little “book boxes” taking up residence around Sun City Center. What are they? Where did they come from? Let’s find out!

Todd Bol decided he wanted to honor his mother, who had been a librarian and an avid reader, by making as many books as possible, available to the public, free of charge. He started the “Little Free Libraries.” At the time he passed away, at age 62, there were 70,000 worldwide.

About five years ago, Andrea Peterson saw one and thought that might be a nice thing for SCC. Sometime later, her neighbor Ann Fenimore saw one and told Andrea that they should put one up.

The two women decided it was time for SCC to have some “Little Free Libraries.”

By Diane M. Loeffler SCC Community Hall was a sea of red, white and blue on July 4. The decorations, volunteers, and attendees were all decked out in our nation’s colors.

Co-chairs Floyd and Brenda Curvin say, “We had 150 awesome volunteers who served 1,248 people.”

If you were there, you had the opportunity to enjoy a great breakfast, see displays from the History Society, meet new people, and enjoy patriotic music. Dozens of people commented on the patriotic songs played loud enough to hear yet quiet enough not to interfere with conversations. Organ and Keyboard Club President, Barbara Sue Carline says, “It was our pleasure playing patriotic music for the CA Breakfast. We loved every note.”

Mark your 2020 calendars for next year’s Fourth of July Breakfast. You will be glad you did.

Sun City Center resident Janice Huss (seated at far right wearing a stars and stripes shirt), also known as Grandma, brought her extended family to the breakfast including “Great Grandma” Mary Masters (seated at the far left).

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Tracey Fraser joined her parents, Cricket and Bruce Fraser, at the breakfast. Ashton didn’t try any of the food, but his big brother Caleb enjoyed his toast!

Former CA Director and Officer Jim Schwartz served coffee to many special people including this birthday girl, K.C. Chilton and her husband, Steve.

Community Association President Sam Sudman and Bruce Fraser were among those serving breakfast. Grandson Caleb Fraser served up smiles.

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APPLICATIONS FOR DIRECTOR

Trail Blazing

By John Lampkin

Pigeons get a bad rap. In common parlance, pigeon means “easy scam target” and a stool pigeon is a “singing rat” in the mob. They became forever vilified in 1966 when NYC Parks Commissioner Thomas P.F. Hoving called them “rats with wings.” The catchy term caught on and persists today as part of our lexicon.

In Sun City Center, we don’t have statues for them to “whitewash” and no public park with benches full of popcorn tossers, so for the most part, our pigeons, aka rock doves aka rock pigeons, are remarkably well-behaved on our Nature Trails; and they can easily be admired perched on power lines throughout our community. Yes, admired, for they are not only beautiful but highly intelligent and have been the subject of many experiments in animal cognition.

Many messenger pigeons have received Medals of Honor for their heroic service in wartime, saving many American lives. Originally, they crossed the Atlantic with early settlers, but unlike some other introduced species such as House Sparrows, they don’t have much of an impact on our native species, according to Audubon’s website.

The Rock Pigeon is the world’s oldest domesticated bird, and because of more than 5000 years of selective breeding, a wide variety of plumages fly among us.

If one takes the time to look without prejudice, the plumage in sunlight can be stunning and together with the eye and red feet, it’s a handsome package indeed.

Rats with wings? Nope.

The Nature Trails is an ongoing project of the SCC Audubon Club in cooperation with the SCC CA. The trailhead is located opposite North Lake on Del Webb West between Vincennes and Seton Hall. Join us for interpretive walks on the first Tuesday of the month at 9 am.

WILL BE AVAILABLE IN THE CA OFFICE ON WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2019 There are three positions open for three-year terms January 2, 2020 – January 4, 2023 Completed applications must be returned to the CA office by 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 2, 2019

OFFICIAL NOTICE

BUDGET WORKSHOP FOR CA MEMBERS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2019 FLORIDA ROOM 9:00 AM YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO REVIEW AND DISCUSS THE

2020 COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION BUDGET

Cool in the Pool; Hot on the Airwaves

By Kai Rambow Several SCC residents came out for the first pool party of the season. The water volleyball club said they would be there and they not only showed up but had their usual full complement of players.

While many played in the water, another group of residents was hard at work just around the corner. The amateur radio club participated in a two-day field day.

Twenty-six members took turns contacting 450 other radio stations across the US and Canada. The Maui Amateur Radio club, 4,625 miles away in Hawaii, was the farthest station contacted.

Members tested Morse code, digital modes and voice messages. Across the network. You may recall several members helped transmit messages after Hurricane Maria knocked out most communication in Puerto Rico.

Several residents just cooled in the pool, but the water volleyball club played a full game.

Ashton Fraser had such a good time at Funfest he came back for Cool in the Pool.

Members of the amateur (ham) radio club set up in several locations to carry out two days of field tests.

Newcomers

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

Fitness Corner

A common complaint of seniors is tight, aching calves and tender, painful feet. These symptoms are often the result of poor circulation to the lower extremities. The SCC Fitness Center features a revolving drum style device for massaging calves and feet. This piece of equipment utilizes contoured wooden rollers to relax and stimulate circulation to these sensitive areas. Pressing the legs or feet down on the revolving rollers will increase the intensity of the massage. Best results are achieved by massaging warm muscles after a workout. Massaging these areas can be very relaxing, so be aware of others who may be waiting to use this device. Five minutes of massage time is adequate. The SCC Fitness Center is located on North Course Lane next to the Atrium building and is open daily from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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).

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July Board Meeting: Resignations, Repairs, Rentals, and Upcoming Events President’s Report

By Sam Sudman, CA President The BOD is one shy as a result of the resignation of Marilyn Coté-Miller. From day one she jumped in and took on the job head on. She made many friends along the way. Sadly, though, for personal reasons she could not continue. We wish Marilyn well and thank her for stepping up. Sun City Center Connects thanks you.

The BOD will not fill this position but will wait until December when the membership can vote on the candidates. Applications for Director will be available on August 21 and must be returned by 3 p.m. on October 2.

I have been informed by Brigitt Lewis that she is resigning her position as Chairperson of the Elections Committee effective immediately. Barbara Gingrich, a former co-chair of the Election Committee has agreed to step up to help the CA. Over the past few months, I have been writing and talking about the increase in rental properties within the CA geographic boundaries and the disregard shown by the owners of those properties for the age overlay. Under-age adults are not permitted to reside in a home without an adult 55 or over. Also, children under 18 may only visit for 30 days per year. The CA is responsible for enforcing the age overlay. We recently filed a lawsuit to have the occupants of one rental property evicted. The costs of this action will be borne by the property owners and/or rental agents.

A lien is filed against the property so that it will not sell unless the full amount is paid. In this case, that figure approaches $10,000. We will continue to pursue abuses aggressively. Any association that does not have restrictions in its documents that can control rentals should consider having the wording added to their documents to enable the CA to enforce the age overlay. Contact me and I will put you in touch with the Covenants and Restrictions Committee.

SCCCA Offers Free Entertainment to Members in August

The SCCCA has been busy planning a few free events for August, for its Community Association members.

On August 10, there will be a pool party featuring local musician Marc Chamberlin. The café will offer food and drink specials, and the water volleyball club will be there to lead the games. There will be cornhole games under the oak tree near the bandstand. This event will run from 1-4 p.m.

There will be another Bandstand concert on Thursday August 22 featuring the “Nunes at Night” Band. In addition, the SCC Barbershop Quartet, “Vocappella” will entertain from 5:45 to 6 p.m. Nunes at Night will start at 6 and run until 7:30 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or come in your golf cart for an evening of great entertainment. Once again, the popular Chiefs Chill Out Ice Cream Truck will be there offering custard treats for sale.

Sun City Center Community Association members are invited to attend these events, and should be sure to bring their membership card. Guest passes are available at the Office for $2 for non-SCCCA members.

New Pool Attendant

Welcome, Paul Kersey, our newest pool attendant.

He and his supervisor, Katie Rathke, were both on duty during our Fourth of July party.

By Diane M. Loeffler July’s Community Association meeting began with the resignation of Marilyn Cote-Miller. President Sam Sudman says, “We wish her well. We are not filling her position since it is so close to the end of the term.” After approving Miller’s resignation, the board certified that Treasurer, Dave Birkett, will be taking on Miller’s duties as corporate secretary.

There are some opportunities for volunteers. Brigitt Lewis resigned from FunFest and the Election Committee. Floyd and Brenda Curvin will be resigning from chairing the two holiday breakfasts (July and December) after the December breakfast. Anyone who volunteers for one of these positions will have experienced people willing to help them.

The board has been working through the county and their code procedures to remedy a situation where children have lived in Sun City Center for longer than the 30-day limit. So far, our Community A ssociation’s legal fees are around $10,000. If the property owner does not reimburse the Community Association, there will be a lien put on their property. Sudman says, “We have no problems with renters as long as they are of age.”

The construction on SR-674 is starting far later than scheduled due to problems with storm water and other pipes on the north side of the highway making it necessary that new pipes be ordered. Another project, the handicap accessible crossing on North Pebble Beach, is running late due to the rain.

Treasurer Dave Birkett reported a monthly total of 40 home sales. The previous month there were 58. The yearly average is 43, more than the number needed to keep our budget healthy.

In new business, a contract was approved for concrete edging on Lawn Bowling Courts 2 and 3 using money from the replacement fund budget. The board also approved re-paving the Cherry Hills entrance to Central Campus and the replacement of the Atrium roof. The current roof is the original roof for the structure. When it is replaced, the air conditioning units will need to be removed. Re-installing them will

be a separate expense.

In addition to the roofing project, there will be asphalt and landscaping projects underway during the summer on both our central and south campuses. Community manager, Lyn Reitz says, “If an area is roped or coned off, please stay out of that area for your safety.”

Bring Your ID

Please remember to have your Community Association identification with you whenever you are attending events, going to clubs, and using the pool or fitness equipment. If you have a problem remembering your ID, you may wish to either purchase an additional ID or take a photo of it with your phone. Just make sure that your photo shows the current year’s sticker.

Also, remember to buy guest passes when you bring along someone who does not belong to the CA. You can purchase guest passes at the CA office or at the Fitness Center.

Meet your Neighbor - Don ‘Nibbles’ Churchill

By Ilona Merritt All the world loves a clown, and Sun City Center is fortunate to have Nibbles. Don moved with his wife, Janice, to SCC in 1999. Don’s career was in industrial sales. He and Janice in 1976 moved from Massachusetts to Jackson, Mississippi. Their children were 7, 9, and 11 years old; and this was quite a change for them and a huge learning experience. In 1984, his work took him to New Orleans “to that Sinful place,” as his Jackson Friends called it. Actually, Don said the folks there were quite friendly, and another new experience for Don and his family. They were flooded out twice when, in 24 hours, 18 inches of rain came down. Don and Janice were always involved with their children’s activities and did volunteer work. The children played soccer, and when Don became aware that there was a shortage of referees, he attended a newly set-up school to become a referee.

At 55 he was diagnosed with melanoma. Janice was a nurse, and found him an excellent Doctor. At 56 he was grandfathered into his company’s retirement program.

They moved to SCC with focus on enjoying golf and joined the North Course and he was active with the Men’s Golf Club. He is now a member of Caloosa Golf Club. His father had a strong interest in genealogy and wrote everything by hand. Upon moving to SCC, Don joined the Genealogy Club and learned a lot from Dottie Smiley. He attended her class and soon converted his father’s notes into the computer. He then took up teaching genealogy, became President twice and still works at finding his roots. When the GermanAmerican Club was formed, he not only became a member he also took on the job as Biermeister, and for many years he organized a group of friends and in true German fashion they emptied many kegs of beer at the German-American Clubs annual Oktoberfest.

He also participated in many of the fun skits which were performed at the various club functions.

Don decided to join the Shriners and choose to become a clown. So, off to Plymouth, Mass. to clown school. This is an ongoing program to teach not only the basics of being a clown, but they also have ongoing training programs. As Nibbles, he has an invisible dog on a leash who goes everywhere with him. You can see him visiting people in hospitals, nursing homes, elder

care, and parades. Children love him when he comes to their parties. He clowns around at the Kiwanis Christmas Party for Children in July and you can always see him at the Shriners Children’s Christmas Party, held every year for children from Wimauma schools first graders at the Community Hall. Don considers himself fortunate to have survived cancer, and with Janice, they love life in Sun City Center and give gladly to the community of their time and talents.

Thank you to Don and Janice.

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They spoke with their neighbor Richard Kelley, he was able to get plans, and he built one for each of the gals. The Book Nooks are standing proudly in front of Andrea’s house and Ann’s house on Fordham Street.

Several others have “popped” up around SCC. Books are inside the Nook. You may borrow a book and return it or keep it. You may drop off books for others to read. Just put the donated books in the box.

The number of books and their titles change quickly.

Andrea says it is “unbelievable” how much activity there is around the book nooks.

If you would be interested in having a book nook in front of your house, you can talk to someone at the Sawdust Engineers. I have been told that they have plans and, for a donation to the club, someone will make one for you.

What a wonderful way for people to pass books around for others to read. Good job Andrea and Ann!

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Tidbits from the Vault: Fun in the Sun in Early SCC

By Cathy Meyerhoff, Sun City Center History Society The list of outdoor activities available in Sun City Center today is a long one. Golf, lawn bowling, softball, tennis, swimming, horseshoes, and croquet are among the many sports in which residents may participate.

Perusing the history center files revealed that many of these same pastimes attracted the people who moved here in the early 1960s. Del Webb’s 1963 promotional brochure advertised a golf course “which is complete even to a full-time ‘pro’”. It also boasted of a Rivierasized pool with its own sunning terrace and bathhouse.

Shuffleboard and lawn bowling, a softball park and putting green are also mentioned.

Several recreational opportunities were also marketed that had disappeared from Webb’s advertising by 1967.

In the 1963 promotion, prospective residents learned that “Sun City also has its own exclusive beach just 6.8 miles west between a blue lagoon and the waters

of Tampa Bay.” This would be at today’s Bahia Beach.

Fishing was also a big selling point. A new resident might become a member of Sun City’s ‘river club’ and utilize Sun City’s exclusive Boating and Fishing Marina.

The marina was located on Webb property on the Little Manatee River. Fishing was also available on Sun City’s private fishing lake, now Swan Lake. A fishing pier was located on a small beach near what is now the Arts and Crafts Building. The lake was stocked with bass.

For those with a green thumb or an agricultural interest the Sun City Agricultural Center existed for the exclusive use of Sun City residents. A predecessor of today’s Tillers and Toilers, the center also had a pasture next door. The ’63 brochure mentioned a man grooming a calf that he planned to enter in the State Fair.

MOVIES

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

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.

August 12 • Instant Family •1 hour, 57 min.

Idealistic couple, Ellie and Pete, are overwhelmed when they open up their home to foster teen Lizzy and her two younger siblings, Jan and Lita. With the help of fellow foster parents and agency workers, they learn to navigate the joys and pitfalls of parenting to become a modern family.

Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Isabela Moner, Rose Byrne,

Eve Harlow, Octavia Spencer Director: Sean Anders Genre: Comedy Rating: PG-13 for drug use/content, language,

sexual situations, thematic elements

August 26 • Stan & Ollie •1 hour, 37 minutes

In 1955, two world famous performers attempt to revive their careers in the comedy circuit with increasingly desperate appearances to drum up interest in their shows. Soon to be yesterday’s news, the duo try to ramp up their approach to business, causing them to reassess their partnership, their producer, and their careers.

Starring: Steve Coogan, John C. Reilly, Nina Arianda,

Shirley Henderson, Danny Huston Director: Jon Baird, Jon S. Baird Genre: Drama Rating: PG for language

CLUBS

1963 Photo of Sun City Agricultural Center from 1963 sales brochure.

1963 Fishing on the Swan Lake fishing pier from 1963 sales brochure.

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.

August 7 • “Shamanism – Learn to Awaken the Shaman Healer within” August 10 • “Metaphysical Society Fair” 10 to 4 at the SCC Chamber of Commerce, 1651 Sun City Center Plaza Blvd.

August 14 • “Transformational Experience with Jesus and Mary Magdalene” August 21 • “Reincarnation and Past Life regression” August 28 • “Metaphysical Tools for Living.”

Bring your Pendulum with you or some loaners will be available.

SCC Masters Swim Club to Offer Monthly Lessons

Galaxy Bridge Club of Sun City Center

New officers were recently elected for the Galaxy Bridge Club of Sun City Center.

The club meets the third Thursday of each month and includes lunch and several rounds of bridge. Officers include Diane Lea, secretary; Cindy Slaughter, assistant treasurer; Lois Toeppe, president; Gina Tucker, assistant hospitality chair; Kathy Bastion, hospitality chair; Jane Keegan, treasurer; Phyllis Mcgrath, publicity chair.

All ladies of Sun City Center who like to play bridge and have lunch are welcome to join Galaxy Bridge. Please contact one of the officers to make your reservation for next month.

Sun City Center Photo Club

August Program Drone Photography by Stan Lipski The Sun City Center Photo Club is pleased to announce that our very own member, Stan Lipski, will be the special program speaker at our August club meeting to be held, August 13, in the Caper Room at 6:30p.m.

Stan will discuss the photography capabilities of today’s drones, including the various video modes that are available. Drones are really cameras that fly and provide unique perspectives and opportunities for today’s photographers.

To demonstrate what drones have to offer, Stan will show some of his drone photos and videos. For more information about our club, please visit our website at www. photoclubscc.com

Summer in the Stained Glass Club

The Stained Glass Club of SCC stays busy during the summer, as this gorgeous panel by member Ted Riley shows. Ted incorporated antique glass plates into this sunflower design to create a truly unique piece of art. New member orientation starts again in September, so if you love this piece and are members of the CA, sign up, and your photo and creation could be in the paper by next year!

The Sun City Center Masters Swim Club offers monthly swimming lessons in the Community Association indoor pool. Each month, swimmers and non-swimmers at any level of ability can receive one hour of personalized instruction in water safety, learn-toswim basics like underwater breathing and floating, and stroke improvement (freestyle, breaststroke, backstroke, butterfly). Instructors will work oneon-one or in small groups to provide guidance and demonstrations.

The fee for each hourly lesson is $10, and pre-registration is requested so the instructors know what type of assistance is needed for each student.

A sign-up sheet will be posted on the bulletin board at the indoor pool, or you can contact Susan Shuttleworth, 813-922-4965 (susanshutt@reef4.com) for dates and times. Participants must wear proper attire (swimsuit, swim cap, and goggles) during the lessons.

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A Quiet Getaway at Wakulla Springs State Park

By Diane M. Loeffler If you would like to get away for a few days, but don’t want to have to travel far, Wakulla Springs State Park may be the place for you. The park is located south of Tallahassee, about a five-hour drive from Sun City Center.

The main feature of the park is a spring that is the source of the Wakulla River. If you are warm-blooded enough to enjoy swimming in 69-degree water, you can wade into the water or jump from the first or second level of the diving platform. For the rest of us, the most pleasant way to enjoy the springs is to take an hour-long boat tour on the river.

The dockside ranger station opens at 9:30 a.m. for anyone who wishes to purchase a ticket.

The hour-long boat tours run from 9:40 to 5 p.m. The 9:40 tour is the best if you want to see birds, turtles, alligators and other creatures at their most active time. On cooler days, manatees can be easily seen through the surprisingly clear water. Happily,

Wakulla Springs feeds this entire river. The boat tour will take you down one mile of the river. The rest of the park’s river is not traveled by tour boats in order to leave the wildlife undisturbed. Photo by John Loeffler.

the boats are usually not very full at 9:40 a.m., so you can move around for the best views.

Thanks to the Friends of Wakulla Springs, two of the tour boats are powered by electric motors.

Those two boats have rooftop solar panels to charge the batteries. The ride is very quiet

Mike Rowe Gives Back to Local Gold Star Mother

Jason Allred of Sunray Marine gave me this photo. Along the front edge of the Corregidor, you can see Mike Rowe’s mother and father and Kelly Kowall. Behind Kowall is Mike Rowe with his hand raised.

By Diane M. Loeffler Mike Rowe brought his cameramen and sound crew to My Warrior’s Place in Ruskin.

Kelly Kowall, the founder and president of My Warrior’s Place (MWP), knew cameramen were coming, but she had no idea that she would be on a reality show with Mike Rowe.

Earlier, Kowall was contacted by a woman who said she represented producers who were going to be in Florida and who were thinking about making a documentary film about My Warrior’s Place “while they were

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down there anyway,” would she be interested? Kowall thought it was a “rinky dink thing” but any publicity for the cause would be worth her time. So, when they Skyped her, she answered the questions and set aside some time to take the group on a tour.

The woman actually represented Returning the Favor. Mike Rowe is the star of this reality web television series.

Mike Rowe visits people across the country who are giving back to their communities. At the end of each show, he surprises them

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allowing you to hear the songs of the birds.

If you like to walk, there are walkways all around the lodge.

At the lodge front desk you can pick up a map of the six mile (one way) Sally Ward Trail and the nine-tenths of a mile Hammock Spur Trail. Some sections of

the trail are raised wooden walkways. However, most of the path is on uneven ground with lots of exposed roots.

If you wish to do more walking, you may wish to drive to the Wakulla Forest Trail or the trails in St. Mark’s State Wildlife Reserve.

While there, you can visit St. Mark’s Lighthouse and Visitor’s Center.

Want to stay at the Lodge at Wakulla Springs? This charming building was constructed in 1937 and is on the register of Historic Hotels. Once you step inside, you will see a lovely fireplace and various seating areas around the huge lobby. If you are there between 4 and 7 p.m. on most Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, you will also be treated to a pianist performing.

When admiring all of the artistic touches, be sure to look down at the marble floors and up at the 16-foot-tall ceiling. The cypress ceiling is adorned with paintings

by Mr. Piplack, a man who was also the last court painter for Kaiser Wilhelm.

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Jupiter, Loggerhead Turtle, Gets Local Help

By Kai Rambow Most patients get medical checkups with privacy. Not so for Jupiter, a loggerhead turtle getting rehabilitation treatment from the Florida Aquarium. The media watched as Jupiter was looked over by a veterinarian and two biologists.

Jupiter was “cold-stunned,” meaning the turtle was exposed too long to cold water temperatures. The staff at the Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Center helped the turtle recover and

put on weight. They are now preparing Jupiter for a release back into the Atlantic Ocean in Volusia County, where the turtle was found.

The Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Center is located in Apollo Beach.

While part of the Florida Aquarium, it is not open to the public. This new facility, opened earlier this year, has already helped fourteen turtles.

The limited facilities in Tampa can only handle eight turtles a year.

One of six green turtles being helped at the center. The new center has already helped 14 turtles this year, far exceeding the maximum capacity of eight turtles a year in Tampa.

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Rainy Day Imagination

By E. Adam Porter, Editor “The night was sultry.” That line, played for laughs in the silly and suspenseful 1987 Hitchcock sendup, Throw Momma From the Train, is the solution to a dilemma Billy Crystal’s character struggles with the entire movie: how to find the perfect words to begin his book.

In the film, directed by Danny DeVito, Crystal is a junior college creative writing professor trying to make it as a commercial fiction author. He would have already hit the big time, but his scheming ex-wife stole his magnum opus and published it herself, earning millions and being invited on talk shows to taunt her ex and tout her counterfeit “genius.” When that thieving ex-wife, played with brilliant malevolence by Kate Mulgrew, goes missing and is presumed murdered, Crystal is, of course, the prime suspect.

Unfortunately, the poor sap was passed out on the beach at the time, so goodbye alibi.

The first time I saw this movie, as an aspiring professional writer, it latched onto me and became a favorite, not just for the meta plot about how, if you’re not careful, writer’s block can take over your life, but also for the spot-on performances, and the obvious nods to Sir Alfred’s masterpieces Strangers on a Train, Rear Window, and Dial M for Murder.

It’s a fun movie I may just watch again today, because, speaking of ‘sultry,’ it’s been pretty doggone sultry around here lately. Hot and wet and rainy, day after day after blessed day. As the ol’ rhyme goes, “April showers bring May flowers…” But, here in the Sometimes Sunshine State, it’s those July and August showers you have to worry about. Those angry storms, flung across the peninsula by warm gulf waters nearly every afternoon, bring lighting, wind, and flooding that

can turn streets into streams and tree limbs into gravity-powered javelins.

Baseball games are rained out, roads become waterlogged demolition derbies, and only the most addled souls brave the beaches. In our house, being stuck inside in the summer time means the kids and the dogs are stuck inside too. I’ve heard from a few of you who have visiting grandkids and say the same.

You can’t visit the theme parks and zoos, or go puddle hopping when the thunder’s booming from horizon to horizon and the sky looks like nuclear winter.

When it gets that dark, at the first sign of thunder, my boys — who in their short lives have already lived through two hurricanes and multiple tornados — go into Scout mode, gathering up everything we might need in case of a power outage. LED lanterns are collected from cabinets, under couches, and from bedroom sheet forts and deposited on the dining table.

Batteries are checked, and spares are counted. Board games and decks of cards join the lanterns, followed by snacks and Bluetooth speakers for music and news if the storm gets really bad.

Then, whether or not the power goes out, the TV goes off. Time for some fun detached from what we grew up calling the “idiot box,” and folks today are calling “screen time.”

My crafty bride teaches the boys how to make Play-Doh, mix paint colors, and tie-dye shirts. I show them how to design forts and make fleets of paper airplanes. We have competitions for distance and flight time until the dogs join in the game, and too many planes fail to reach their destinations. The kids build great Lego contraptions and invite us into their world, where little yellow guys explore space or trudge through the jungle, or giant robots save the earth from equally mammoth monsters.

Then out comes the “dress up box,” and we are transformed into pirates, following a map of buried treasure I sketched on one of the crumpled paper airplanes.

Once the treasure is secured, we read books, tell stories, and play what the boys think of as “bored games.” Eventually, we break out the box of inch-tall hero miniatures and have grand

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adventures defeating monsters, saving townsfolk, and rescuing princesses. Outside, the thunder crashes like it’s right above us, adding atmosphere to the imagination that’s been turned loose inside.

Hours pass, as does the storm. Bedtime nears, for mom and dad as well as the little adventurers, who never seem to need as much sleep as their old man. Their heads hit their pillows with minds full of brain-teasing puzzles, heroic exploits, daring

escapes, laughter, and the kind of moments spent together that, all at once, when you’re not looking, seem to disappear for good.

Mom and I tidy up and collapse on the couch. Outside, the crickets and frogs lead a midnight symphony. Somewhere on the river, an alligator croaks out percussion. In the center of the dining table, a single candle still burns, a spark left from a day when it was dark outside… but inside, life was full of light.

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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.

Yoga Club Presents Check

Phyllis Lauffer, President of the Sun City Yoga Club presented a $300 check to Courtney Vermette for Thompson Elementary School to feed hungry children and presented a $500 check to Carla Miles for the Hope Fund for Children of Sun City Center. For information web site is yogaclubscc. org or contact: Sandra Kerezsi 813-634-7075. Location of classes is Studio 2, 1203 N. Pebble Beach Dr. Sun City Center.

Bridge Club’s Alzheimer’s Fundraiser Success

The Sun City Center Duplicate Bridge Association (SCCDBA) just completed its seventh year of fundraising for Alzheimer’s organizations. This year’s Longest Day event was supported by Sun City Center area residents and bridge players who purchased President Mary Rutledge, raffle tickets for 11 donated gift SCCDBA Samaritan’s Alzheimer’s Auxiliary baskets and money boards. The President Dolores Bevens, Longest bridge club added a generous Day Chair Ronda O’Farrell, and donation to the fundraising.

Samaritan Services President Lee The Club’s Longest Day event, Leverett. which takes place every year in June, raised $14,000 to support the local efforts of Samaritan’s Alzheimer’s Auxiliary and the Alzheimer’s Association.

SCCDBA’s Longest Day Committee Chair Ronda O’Farrell and its President Mary Rutledge visited the Samaritan Service’s office to present a $7,000 check to Dolores Berens, the President of Samaritan’s Alzheimer’s Auxiliary.

Interested in Duplicate Bridge? The club offers lessons, classes and a variety of different levels of bridge in Kings Point and Sun City Center. Consider joining an active and fun club. For information check the website “www.bridgewebs.com/suncitycenter”.

Sew’n Sews Makes Baby Items

Members of the SCC Sew’n Sews again were busy making items for Choices Women’s Center in Ruskin. Out of the 63 items made, the most popular were the blankets and portable changing pads. Pregnant and new moms attend Choices to learn about managing their pregnancies and how to take care of a baby.

Attendance at classes pays “Mommy Dollars” which may be used to purchase maternity and baby supplies. As a result, items made

by Sew’n Sews can be purchased with their “Mommy Dollars.”

Sew’n Sews is comprised of sewers and quilters who either sew for their own families, for charity or for club sales. Items for charities are made from fabric donations or supplies purchased with monies made from club sales.

Sew’n Sews also provides lessons in quilting, sewing and use of various machines in the club. The next class will be a Beginning Quilting Class starting at the beginning of August. A sign-up sheet is posted in the club in the Arts & Crafts Building on Cherry Hills Dr. The class will be limited to 10. Students will learn fabric selection, use of quilting tools, quilt creation and, of course, quilting. The club is open to all members of the Sun City Center Community Association. For information call 813-505-9503 or email “scc.sews.n.sews@gmail.com”.

SCC Poker Club #1 Accepting New Members

New members welcome. Come any Monday or Friday between 6 and 9:30 p.m. at the royal room in the Atrium, central SCCCA campus. Our August monthly meeting and high hand night will be Friday, August 30. Refreshments will be served.

SCC Men’s Club Learns About Boxing & Parkinson’s Disease

By Jay Sparkman Eric Allen, founder of EA Fitness, LLC, and leader of the local Rock Steady Boxing organization was the guest speaker at the July luncheon meeting of the Sun City Center Men’s Club.

Mr. Allen, a certified geriatric exercise expert, told of the need for senior citizens to exercise and how specific exercises help the L to R: Eric Allen, EA Fitness and body to balance, safely fall, and Rock Steady Boxing, David Floyd, enjoy better general health. Mr. President, SCC Men’s Club, Allen related how the program, George Bodmer, VP Programs, SCC Rock Steady Boxing, helps those Men’s Club. afflicted with Parkinson’s Disease attain a better life through the boxing skills and other exercises developed by Rock Steady Boxing.

The boxing exercises are available to residents in the South Shore area and sessions are held at Sun Towers. More info can be obtained by calling Eric Allen, 813-321-8755 or Debbie Caneen, Sun Towers, 813-634-3347.

The SCC Men’s Club is open to residents of Sun City Center and Kings Point. For info about becoming a member call Jon Lehr at 813-260-3058.

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A large dining area with windows overlooking the park and the springs is located to the left of the lobby. On the opposite end of the building is a combination souvenir shop and soda parlor. There you will see the world’s longest known marble countertop. It measures seventy feet and three inches.

The marble continues in the twenty-seven guest rooms on the second floor. Rooms sleep two to six people. There is also a library and game room on the second floor. However, be warned. There are no televisions.

The second floor can be accessed by taking the oldest operating elevator in the state, an 80-year-old elevator with walnut walls. If you wish, you can take the 30 marble stairs instead.

The stairs are not as steep as

This is the Lodge entrance area.

most steps, have railings on both sides and include three landings.

The front desk greeters will give you a pamphlet detailing the history of the park and the lodge. Financier Edward Ball first saw the land in 1920. He said, “I knew then that the area had to be preserved but I didn’t know exactly how at the time.” He bought the area with the springs and surrounding land from several dozen landowners.

The busiest times are weekends, spring and summer. You will want to make reservations in advance. You can make them by going to the website “thelodgeatwakullasprings. com” or by calling 855.632.4559.

Wakulla Springs State Park is located at 550 Wakulla Park Drive, Crawfordville, Florida 32358.

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with something that allows them to do even more good. The show is available through Facebook.

Kowall had no idea about all that was going on behind the scenes. The people at Returning the Favor (RTF) sent a veteran to stay at My Warrior’s Place for a few days and then report back on what he thought of the place and how he was treated.

Meanwhile, the staff at RTF did a 20-year background check on Kowall and a thorough check on the finances and policies of MWP. Everything the staff of RTF learned was positive. My Warrior’s Place provides a get-away for military members, veterans, Gold Star families, fire fighters, law enforcement personnel and others for a very minimal cost. Their services include fishing trips, boat rides, cabins, support groups, grief education, breakfast get-togethers and more. Everyone associated with MWP is a volunteer.

The crew for RTF was on site February 10, 11 and 12. They took drone footage of the area as well as filming the cabins, gardens and other areas. On the day when the tour was scheduled, Sarah Yourgrau surprised Kowall by introducing Mike Rowe.

Kowall took Rowe and Yourgrau for a tour. Near the end of the tour, Rowe surprised her with a check for $15,000 from RTF plus a large, handicapped accessible fishing boat and a $10,000 check from Sun Ray Marine, a Floridabased company that sells and services boats.

On July 2, My Warrior’s Place held

5 a Watch Party at Salty Dog that included a buffet dinner, cake and raffle tickets. The restaurant was packed with people. Most of them were active supporters of My Warrior’s Place, some volunteer on a regular basis such as Captain John Baty. He takes vets out on the new boat. Baty says, “I like doing this because I’m a vet. Being out on the water soothes vets with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. They don’t have to think about anything else for one day.”

Many of the others in attendance were also involved with other charities for veterans such as Veterans Helping Veterans and Movers for Military.

Over and over again, people commented on what a great person Kelly Kowall is and how she runs My Warrior’s Place so wonderfully “on a shoestring.”

Cheryl Maty says, “When you go through something terrible like losing your child in a war, you can get better or you can get bitter. Kelly definitely got better.”

If you want to watch this episode of Returning the Favor, it is titled “Gold Star Mother.”

You can learn more about My Warrior’s Place by going to their website, www.mywarriorsplace. org, reading Kelly Kowall’s book, My Life After the Death of My Son (A Story of Miracles), or visiting their facility off Shell Point Road in Ruskin. If your club or organization would like to book a speaker, Kelly Kowall, President and Founder of My Warrior’s Place and Louise SutherlandHoyt, Program Director of the Project Corregidor Program are available.

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News from the SCC Security Patrol

By Ilona Merritt The Patrol’s Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of John Weaver who will serve as a Director on the Board. Also, it’s time for our annual Golf Cart Raffle. The prize is a beautiful 2019 ICON Golf Cart. The body is bright red with black interior, four-wheel disc brakes, and it is a four-seater. Tickets are one for $5, five for $20 and 30 for $100. Tickets are available Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. until noon at the Security Patrol Office at 1225 N. Pebble Beach Blvd. The drawing will be held on December 14, 2019.

The new sign and lamp post at the entrance on La Jolla is finished.

Many thanks to Dean Meiner, Gary Kimball, and Paul Ruckert for their hard work.

Dance For Hope: A Night To Remember

Dance For Hope music provided

by Viki Ryan and the Sunset Social Club Band.

Great music and festive surroundings created a night to remember on July 13. Dance For Hope was enjoyed by all, whether Angie Maze, Chairperson for the dancing or just listening to Viki Dance For Hope.

Ryan and the Sunset Social Club Band.

Angie Maze, Chairperson of the recent gala Dance For Hope, The Hope Fund’s annual fundraiser, extends her thanks to all those who supported her efforts, the loyal workers and The Hope Fund’s sponsors, Publix and Thrivent Financial.

The Hope Fund, a nonprofit, 501c3 tax-exempt organization is run entirely by volunteers dedicated to helping Wimauma school children learn and grow in a safe and nurturing environment. Anyone interested in joining or obtaining more information about The Hope Fund can call Carla Miles at 813-634-4268 or Debbie Chernock at 413-335-6345 or visit their website “www.thehopefundscc.org”.

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Saint Anne Bingo Returns

Bingo returns to Saint Anne Catholic Church on August 8 after a six­-week summer break and will be celebrated by offering two jackpots that night.

Saint Anne’s Pastor, Father John McEvoy, welcomes residents from neighboring communities to come check out the parish bingo, meet new people, have some fun, and possibly even win some money. Saint Anne Bingo will celebrate its ninth year on October 10, and Father John wishes to thank all those who support this parish event.

In addition to August 8, Saint Anne Bingo will have two jackpots on other dates throughout the year: October 10, October 31, November 21, December 19, January 2, 2020, February 13, March 12, and April 16. Bingo is every Thursday (except Thanksgiving and Holy Thursday) with Early Bird games starting at 6:30 p.m. and regular games starting at 7 p.m. Early Bird games are $4 for a strip of three cards for five games. Regular games are $15 for a pack which includes 18 regular games and two special games. Several other special games and extras are also available.

The committee offers a reasonably-priced food concession with hot dogs, sandwiches, snacks, desserts, and beverages. Saint Anne Catholic Church is located at U.S. Hwy. 41 and 11th Avenue N.E. in Ruskin. For more information about the Parish, visit its website at SaintAnneRuskin.org.

Christmas in July Community Event a Success

The annual Christmas in July event for Southshore area children, held on Saturday, July 13, involved multiple area nonprofits and high school students to coordinate this huge, successful event. Over 100 kids of all ages and their parents came to celebrate an early Christmas enjoying games, crafts, and reading activities, as well as receiving gifts of food, clothing, shoes, and school backpacks filled with supplies. Campaign Against Human Trafficking (CAHT) participated by reading a classic story and passing out chapter books. Students from Lennard and East Bay High Schools’ Key Clubs were guides, moving children from one activity to another. The Kiwanis Club and United Methodist Church were the key organizers, and the Sun City Center Interfaith Council provided funding for this special Christmas giving experience.

CAHT Board Member, Debbie Petrocelli, reading to children.

Lennard and East Bay High School Key Club Members were group guides.

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SCC Emergency Squad Offers Free “Loaner Closet”

Did you know that the Sun City Center Emergency Squad maintains a loaner closet with canes, crutches, walkers, and wheelchairs?

There is no charge for this service, and you can select whatever piece of equipment you need. The squad has two wheelchair vans with well-trained crews to assist those in need who cannot drive.

These vans provide transportation to doctor’s appointments, dialysis treatment, radiation, etc. For more information, call 813-633-1411 or visit www.scc-ems.us.

SCC Emergency Squad Fourth of July Team

The Sun City Center Emergency Squad is here for you every day, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; and yes, that includes holidays.

This Fourth of July, members of Emergency Squad Team 3 stood ready to serve and provide services to SCC residents. The Captain of Team 3, Chuck Russ, stated that he is “extremely proud of Team 3 and their service.” He also mentioned that he is “very pleased with the willingness of members to support each other and step-up to work any shift when needed.” Thank you, Team 3!

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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.

SUN. AUG 4 - SINGLES SOCIAL DANCE CLUB 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. in the Atrium Bldg., Florida Room.

Live music presented by Thor Stevens and his saxophone.

Members $4, guests $6. BYOB and snacks. Ice, water, cups, and napkins provided. Proper attire requested. Info: Janet 813.633.3558 or 813.334.1439.

WED. AUG 7, 14, 21, 28 THERAPEUTIC TAI CHI FOR HEALTH 9:30 - 10 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Drive, Sun City Center. Our therapists have advanced training in therapeutic Tai Chi for Seniors and will provide guidance in this healthy exercise.

Tai Chi has been proven to increase strength and balance.

FRI. AUG 9 - GRIEF/LOSS SUPPORT 3 - 4 p.m. on Fridays August 9 through August 30. At Redeemer Lutheran Church (701 Valley Forge Blvd., SCC).

The program is not linked to any religion or philosophy. No late entry after 3 p.m. For more information, call (813) 955-1819.

SUN. AUG 11 - PIANO DUO CONCERT – “Romantic Piano Treasures!” 3 p.m. in the Sanctuary of the United Methodist Church, 1210 Del Webb BLVD West, Sun City Center. Iryna Arbatska and David Alaverdian, a New York City based musical couple, will perform a concert of solo and duet works by celebrated Romantic composers including Chopin, Debussy, Ravel, Liszt, and Rachmaninov. Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door and may be purchased in the Methodist Church office.

Information: call Anne Doerfler at 419.262.1767.

August 2019

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Light refreshments offered. We have a place for you no matter how much time you have to offer. Showcase your skills and your smile! Contact Paula Hange at 813.634.0187.

TUE. AUG 13 - SOUTH BAY HOSPITAL’S STROKE SUPPORT GROUP 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. AUG 14 - 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. Tours provided by Senior Helpers. Free event but RSVP is required to 813634-3347.

WED. AUG 14 - DIABETES EDUCATION SUPPORT GROUP 10:00 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Sun City Center.

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!

Questions? Call 813.892.2990.

WED. AUG 14 - ATTENTION ALL VETERANS Learn about available VA Health Care Programs that help you stay in your own home 1:00 p.m. in the Florida Room of the Atrium Building. Please RSVP to 813-331-3871. Sponsored by DAV Chapter 110. Presented by Representatives from James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital.

THU. AUG 15 - 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. With annual memory screenings, you will be able to identify a decline in memory in order to address it and hopefully reverse it altogether which is the goal of the Coalition! By appointment only.

To schedule, call the Coalition at 813-419-4902 Interested in learning more about Clinical?

Receive information during the screening to learn more.

MON. AUG 19 - 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 Shari Leiterman Owner of Rawsome Living, LLC, returns due to popular demand! Reach out to Shari prior to the meeting for suggestions at 801-824-2525 or rawsome.h20@gmail.com.

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 813-8922990.

TUE. AUG 20 - FREE MEMORY SCREENINGS 9:30 a.m. in Creason Hall at the United Methodist Church, 1210 Del Webb Blvd West, Sun City Center.

With annual memory screenings,

you will be able to identify a decline in memory in order to address it and hopefully reverse it altogether which is the goal of the Coalition! By appointment only.

To schedule, call the Coalition at 813-419-4902 Interested in learning more about Clinical?

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WED. AUG 21 - LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes 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.

FRI. AUG 23 - VETERANS HISTORY PROJECT 10 a.m. 4 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.

MON. AUG 26 - CHRONIC PAIN, ARTHRITIS AND NEUROPATHY GROUP 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. SCC. We have a special guest for this meeting.

Glenna Tanner from “Glenna on the Go” will present travel tips when dealing with pain.

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. Supported by Sun Towers Retirement Community Outpatient Therapy. Learn what you can do to reduce your pain today. Session located in the theater. Questions? Call 813-8922990.

THU. AUG 29 - ARE YOU AT RISK OF A FALL? 12 noon - 4 p.m. in the Kings Point Ripple Room, Main Clubhouse by appointment.

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! This simple screening takes less than ten minutes. See the results before your eyes through biofeedback.

Interested in knowing more now? Call to schedule today, 813.892.2990.

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LAWN BOWLING • TENNIS • GOLF • SOFTBALL• PICKLEBALL & MORE! Athlete of the Month

Paul Zimmerman,

SCC Softball Player and Amyloidosis Patient

By Bob Monahan, Senior Sports Writer Paul Zimmerman has been an outstanding softball pitcher for 55 years, but most recently was given the news that his rare condition, amyloidosis AL, is not responding to treatment.

Paul says: “I don’t know how much time I have on this earth and have not given up.

You never Paul Zimmerman know when a new treatment will come along.”

Paul Zimmerman was born in Wooster, Ohio and raised in Orrville, Ohio a small town of 7,000 twenty miles south of Akron. This town is best known as the hometown of Smucker’s Jelly. As he grew up he always participated in little league baseball and basketball. In high school he lettered in football, basketball, and baseball. He played freshman baseball at Kent State.

His career choice was a production planner for Westinghouse and Rosemount Analytical.

During these working years, he played for company teams in softball and was a member of the ASA state champion team in the age 30 bracket. He continued playing softball up until last year when the illness endangered his heart.

Kathy, Paul’s wife of 51 years, first visited Sun City Center to see a friend who lived here and she mentioned that they had a wonderful softball field for seniors. After renting for two years they bought a house and have been living here full time

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2019 Ladies’ Club Champion is Lori Adderley; 2019 Men’s Club Champion is Gene Newby; 2019 Mixed-Member Club Champions are Jean Jackson & Dick Jackson.

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for the last four years. They like the friendly people of Sun City Center, the activities and the golf cart life and churches. Paul states another reason to love SCC is, “people care about one another”.

Paul immediately became an outstanding pitcher and ballplayer here, and Kathy is an excellent pickleball player. They have two children, Julie, who lives in Vermont and Doug who lives in Ohio. Kathy and Paul are grandparents of six children.

I was impressed with his kindness. Paul was a man of faith, and is handling his situation with all the dignity and courage that he has displayed all his life.

Paul stated that the “best thing he ever did” was to marry Kathy.

We here in SCC feel blessed to know Paul.

The Sun City Center Ladies USTA Tri-Level Tennis Team were happy to celebrate an overall win against The Cheval Team on Wednesday, July 10. TriLevel League is a USTA format designed to provide a unique team league opportunity to members by combining players of different levels (3.0, 3.5 and 4.0) to compete. Pictured seated from left: Daphne Mahagan, Lee Greenlee, and Debbie Zieg.

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Fun Day at the Archery Range

The SCC Archery Club recently held a “Fun Day” at the range for their members. Instead of the usual shooting at paper targets, on Fun Day we throw javelins, shoot at balloons, and try to place an arrow closest to the nose of George Washington on a dollar bill. The winner gets the dollar. In the photo, Joe and Rita Mealey compete to be the first to shoot their plastic bottle filled with water. The first one to drain their bottle wins.

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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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Singles Social Dance Club

The Singles Social Dance Club will meet on Sunday, August 4, and Sunday, August 25, in the Atrium Building, Florida Room, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Live music for your dancing and listening pleasure provided by Thor Stevens and his saxophone. Members $4, guests $6. BYOB and snacks. Ice, water, cups and napkins provided on each table. Proper attire requested. Information: 813.633.3558 or 813.334.1439.813.633.6682.

The Multi-Cultural Heritage Club of Sun City Center is sponsoring its first Latin American Benefit Dance on Saturday, August 10, 2019, at the Florida Room, north Atrium Building at 945-D Course Lane in Sun City Center. The dance will start at 5 until 9 p.m. The music will be played by Chris Bouille. This is a BOYB entertainment, there will be a food truck available to purchase lite finger food for those, who may be interested in acquiring. Table and single tickets are available by calling Miguel Cabellero at 813.503.7142 or Vicente Lopez at 727.623.1724. All tickets available at the lowest price of $7 per person.

Sun City Line Dancers Club

Line Dance classes for CA members continue to be taught (and learned) at Community Hall on South Pebble Beach. If you are new to line dancing the “Absolute Beginners” class starts at 6:30 p.m., followed by a 7:30 p.m. class for “Beyond Beginners”. Classes are held on Tuesdays. Classes also run from 2 until 4 p.m. on Wednesdays at the Atrium Building Dance Studio (next to the “Walking Pool”).

While your first class is free, each hour-long, group lesson costs $2.

SCC Dance Club Saturday, August 10, 7 to 9:30 p.m., celebrate a hot summer Or with club membership (annual dues of $22) you can attend any with a refreshing turn on the dance floor! Don’t miss out on the and all of the classes you want. second of our summer dance series in the South Community Hall, New Dance Studio in SCC 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd., SCC, 33573. Dance to a new playlist Suncoast Dance Center will developed by Alan Silverman and Sue Hicks. There will be a dessert be hosting a free Open House table. Dressy casual attire. NO shorts! BYOB. Bring your friends, or on Tuesday, August 27, from 3 come and make new friends. There is open seating and a singles 5:30 p.m. at the SCC Chamber table. Members Free, Guests $6 at the door. Sun City Center and of Commerce Building at 1651 Kings Point members only are invited to attend. For additional Sun City Center Plaza in Sun City information: contact Alan Silverman or Sue Hicks at 813.633.6682.

Center. There will be refreshments, a couple of mini introductory Moonglow Dance Club Moonglow Ballroom Dance Club invites everyone who enjoys lessons, a mixer, and some dancing and/or listening to a variety of live music to join them at general dancing. It will give you an opportunity to see where the Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd., Sun City Center from dance classes will be held and allow the teachers to answer any 7:30-9:30 p.m. on Thursday August 22. Dance music will be provided questions that you may have. You do not need to be a member of the Sun City Center Community Association to attend. by “Chuck & Rita”.

Dance classes will be taught on Monday afternoons and Tuesdays The summer attire at Moonglow Dances is smart casual. No shorts or tank tops, please. Members are free, and visitors are welcome evenings. Classes will be held on Tuesday, September 3, 10, 17, 24: 5:45 p.m. Beginning Swing for $5 per person, paid at the door. Singles tables are available.

6:45 p.m. Intermediate I Tango BYOB and Snacks. The club provides ice, water, cups and napkins.

7:45 p.m. Intermediate II Rumba For more information please call 813.633.1297 or 813.642.8120, or 8:45 p.m. Advanced I Silver Foxtrot email “gail3357@gmail.com”.

Also on Mondays, September 9, 16, 23, 30: Rockin’ Thru the Years Dance Club 12:45 p.m. Beginning Waltz “Join us for a Rockin’ Good Time!"

1:45 p.m. Intermediate I Rumba Our August dance will be held Sunday, August 18 from 6:30 to 2:45 p.m. Intermediate II Cha-cha 9:30 p.m. in Veterans Theater in the Kings Point North Clubhouse 3:45 p.m. Beginning Nightclub Two Step located at 1900 Clubhouse Drive, Sun City Center. The Veterans The cost of the lessons is $30 per person for a month, which is Theater door will be opened at 6. Admission is $6 per person for four lessons per dance. Couples and singles are welcome. Just non-members. You may bring snacks and BYOB. The Club provides a note to the Kings Point residents, you do not have to pay the cups, napkins, water and ice on each table.

SCC Community Association facility fee of $125 to take the dance Music will be provided & Taylor. Listeners FONTS USED by Taylor PROMINENT COLORS will hear top classes. The classes are taught by Bernice DuBro and George Hawn, 40, rock, originals and a bit of country thrown in with a blazing who are both Certified Professional Ballroom Dance Instructors.

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Please include C=65.68 M=28.59 Y=53 K=5.57 email “georgehawnscc@yahoo.com”.

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Award Winning Pianists Coming to SCC

The United Methodist Church of Sun City Center, 1210 Del Webb Blvd. West, welcomes accomplished concert pianists Iryna Arbatska and David Alaverdian for a 3 p.m. concert Sunday, August 11, 2019. A full-sized grand piano is being brought into the sanctuary for this extraordinary two and four hand piano concert.

Arbatska and Alaverdian will be performing a concert of solo and duet works by celebrated Romantic composers including Chopin, Debussy, Ravel, Liszt Iryna Arbatska and David Alaverdian and Rachmaninov.

Tickets are $10 in advance, available at the United Methodist Church office at 1210 Del Webb Blvd W (813-634-2539) or $15 at the door the day of the concert.

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Oldies But Goodies Dance Club

The Oldies But Goodies Dance Club will be enjoying the music of Good Stuff on Sunday, August 11, 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 p.m. for members and 6:30 p.m. for guests. Good Stuff is making a very welcome return to the Oldies but Goodies dance, offering a variety of music is sure to please the most diverse audiences. They will be playing 7 - 10 p.m. BYOB and snacks, the club will provide water, ice, cups, and napkins.

Residents of Kings Point as well as Sun City Center are welcome.

Questions, call Joanne at 813.728.1147 or email “jjlatenite@aol. com”. Check us out at sccoldiesbutgoodiesdanceclub.com.

You may also check out our website: or join us on Facebook

The Women’s Chorus of Sun City Center begins a new season with registration and the first rehearsal for former members on Thursday, September 5, at 8:15 a.m., St. Andrew Presbyterian Church on Del Webb West. Prospective members are invited to attend the first rehearsal following registration and audition for membership with the director on September 5 or 12.

The chorus will meet each Thursday morning from 9 to 11 a.m. for 13 rehearsals in preparation for the Sunday, December 1, 2019 holiday concert. Dues are $20 for the fall season and no other additional fees are required at this time for Kings Point and out of area residents.

We welcome new members! If you love to sing, have had previous choral experience singing four-part harmony, bring with you an ability to read music, and enjoy the challenge of learning and improving vocal skills for performance this is the chorus for you! Call Janet Warren at 813.634.6692 and visit the website at “facebook. com/sccwomenschorus".

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Gros Morne - A Captivating Surprise

By Kai Rambow An inland fjord?

Yes, and you’ll find it on the west coast of Newfoundland. Even though it takes several hours to reach by car, this is a worthwhile destination. It’s so popular, this was the most difficult place to book accommodation.

Western Brook Pond In addition to being a Canadian National Park, Gros Morne is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

The highlight is Western Brook Pond, an inland fjord with unique features because it does not connect to the ocean. The best way to experience this natural beauty is to take a boat ride.

Tips: Be sure to arrive well in advance of your boat tour departure time. You will need 45 mins to walk from the parking lot to the boat dock. This is not handicap accessible.

While this is the number one activity to do, if it’s overcast you won’t see anything.

Check the weather forecast: If it looks good, book your tickets right away.

Local Theater Newfoundland has many small communities hugging the coastline.

Access to entertainment such as movie theaters has historically been very difficult. As a result, Newfoundlanders have become very good at entertaining themselves.

Local bands and community theater are vibrant. We took advantage of a local theater production celebrating Newfoundland’s musical and theatrical roots. It was a delightful production, well performed, with plenty of laughter.

Tip: Acts are performed in small venues with limited seating.

When you secure your hotel reservations, inquire about local theater productions. If you decide something appeals to you, book it well in advance.

Gander Gander is a good place to break up your drive. Gander, a town of 10,000, looked after 7,000 stranded passengers during 9/11. This and Gander’s crucial role of handling air traffic across the Atlantic are well presented in the North American Aviation Museum.

If you have a more relaxed pace, stay two nights and take a leisurely trip to Twillingate.

After poking around this small town, stop at Sansome’s for a fresh, incredible and inexpensive lobster dinner. The lobster shell was so expertly cut that we simply pulled pieces apart. Sansome’s is so popular residents from Gander drive here for dinner.

Tips for a Great Trip Drive Times and Stays: Gander to Gros Morne takes just under four hours. If you’re staying in Gros Morne, stop in Deer Lake for a grocery store, pharmacy, and other needs.

The drive through Gros Morne is scenic and you’ll want to stop for pictures.

Plan on longer times than posted to reach destinations.

Accommodations: Gros Morne is incredibly popular, so book accommodations at least six months in advance. Try to stay in communities located within park boundaries: Rocky Harbour and Cow Head. When looking at a possible place to stay, check the location relative to the park on a map.

Nearby Deer Lake has several recognizable hotel chains and a range of restaurants, but is a 30-minute drive to the entrance of the park.

Lobster north of Gander: It is an easy 90-minute drive to Twillingate. Sansome’s is located about 10 minutes south. Tip: Be sure to look on a map before, use GPS, and slow down as you approach the road. You can easily drive past the turn.

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Western Brook Pond is a spectacular inland fjord. It is best viewed by taking a boat ride.

Fresh, expertly prepared and inexpensive lobster can be found at Sansome’s. Its reputation is so good, residents from Gander gladly make the 90-minute drive.

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MOAA Receives Communication Awards From National MOAA

Local MOAA president Benny Blackshire, LTC USA (Ret), center in photo, received two FiveStar Communication Awards for the SCC Chapter from MOAA National President and CEO Lt. Gen Dana Atkins, USAF (Ret).

The presentation took place during the National Annual MOAA Convention during the President’s Reception. It is the From left Col Len Friedlander, (Ret), President of FCOC; third straight year the local USAF LTC Bennie Blackshire, USA (Ret), chapter has received a Five- President local MOAA chapter; Star Communications rating. Lt Gen Dana Atkins, USAF (Ret), The awards are for the chapter President and CEO, National website, created and managed MOAA.

by Jim Haney, MAJ USMC (Ret) and the monthly newsletter, published and edited by Frank Kepley, CAPT, USN (Ret).

MOAA Members Visit Normandy

RADM Ron Silva, USCG (Ret.) and Beverly Silva represented the Sun City Center Chapter of the Military Officer’s Association of America (MOAA) on the MOAA National Chartered D-Day River Cruise to Normandy to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the D-Day Invasion. The group visited both Utah and Omaha Beaches, sites Ron and wife Beverly at the Signal of the two landings by US Armed Monument.

Forces on D-Day. LTGEN Dana Atkins USAF (Ret.), MOAA National President and CEO, laid a wreath at the Signal Monument on Omaha Beach. The group also visited the Normandy American Cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer on the bluff overlooking Omaha Beach and several other monuments and museums commemorating the D Day Invasion.

Wreath at the Signal Monument.

Normandy Cemetery overlooking Omaha Beach.

New local MOWW officers: from left, Bob Russell LTC USA (Ret); Vern Elarth, Capt USAF (Fmr); John Glynn LCDR USN (Ret) and Charles Conover, LTC USA (Ret). Not pictured: Sr. Vice Commander COL Robert Hart, USA (Ret).

Michael Cochran, HSI Agent Speaks to MOWW

Michael B. Cochran, Assistant Special Agent in Charge, Homeland Security Investigation (HIS) in Tampa, was the featured speaker at the Military Order of the World Wars (MOWW) luncheon on Thursday, June 20, 2019. The luncheon/meeting took place at the Freedom Plaza Club.

Mr. Cochran has direct oversight of the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF), Panama Express, the HSI Tampa Border Enforcement Charles Conover presented with Security Task Force (BEST) and Gold Patrick Henry Award from HSI Sarasota. He discussed National MOWW VCINC. cybercrime; opioid abuse; human trafficking; drug smuggling; intellectual property and trade fraud; illegal immigration; counter terrorism as well as other crimes.

Prior to Mr. Cochran’s presentation, the National Vice Commander in Chief (VCINC) Paula Mitchell, installed the local MOWW officers for the coming 2019 – 2020 year.

In addition, LTC Charles Conover was presented with a Gold Patrick Henry Award from the VCINC for his many contributions to MOWW both on a Regional and Local level. That is the highest award given by MOWW. He also received a MOWW National Citation for distinguishing himself by providing extraordinary service to MOWW in a variety of positions over many years. The leadership he has demonstrated is considered to be unmatched in the history of the chapter.

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The Dog Days of Summer

By Ilona Merritt The ‘dog days’ of summer are the hot, sultry days of summer.

They were historically the period following the heliacal rising of the star system Sirius, which Greek and Roman astrology connected with heat, drought, sudden thunderstorms, lethargy, fever, mad dogs, and bad luck.

They are now taken to be the hottest, most uncomfortable part of summer in the Northern Hemisphere.

With air-conditioned homes, cars, and stores, it really is not so bad. That is, if you are not a dog who can’t choose his habitat at will. Our pets are dependent on us to take care of them, so, with that in mind, here are 8 Things You Can Do to Protect Your Pet in the ‘dog days’, courtesy of the American Veterinary Medical Association: 1. Never, ever leave your dog in the car 2.

Make sure your dog has unlimited access to fresh water 3.

Make sure your dog has access to shade when outside 4. Take walks during the cooler hours of the day 5. When walking, try to stay off of hot surfaces (like asphalt and concrete) because it can burn your dog’s paws 6. If you think it’s hot outside, it’s even hotter for your pet – make sure your pet has a means of cooling off 7. Keep your dog free of

Baily is NEWS Reporter Paula Lickfeldt’s furry companion at home and around town. (Photo by Paula Lickfeldt)

external parasites (fleas, ticks) and heartworms – consult your veterinarian about the best product for your pet 8. Consider clipping or shaving dogs with long coats and apply sunscreen to your dog’s skin if they have a thin coat.

And one additional note: If you live on a lake take extra caution that your dog does not decide to take a swim. Alligators are always on the prowl looking for a bite to eat.

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Coffee with a Cop

By Kai Rambow Coffee with a cop? That’s what it’s really called – and the coffee was really good. Once again deputies from District 4 met with residents at Dunkin Donuts. It is an informal event allowing us to meet members of the Sheriff’s office.

“We do these events throughout the county,” explained Chief Deputy Donna Lusczynski, “so members of the community can see us on a personal basis, when it’s not a bad time or they’re in some sort of crisis. Different businesses, such as Dunkin Donuts, have hosted us.” There

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Major Bob Ura and Chief Deputy Donna Lusczynski talk with a local resident during Coffee with a Cop, hosted by Dunkin Donuts.

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Area residents who drive their golf carts along the path to and from Walmart will be relieved to see a new, flexible center upright in place of the longbroken wood stanchion near the US-301 crossing. Hillsborough County crews originally installed sturdy 6-by-8-inch posts at each end of the path to deter vehicle traffic.

About two years ago, the post nearest the highway was broken off by some kind of large vehicle. The Sun City Center Leathernecks Club, which has “adopted” the path, reset the broken, now much shorter post, and SCC Community Association government liaison Sam Sudman requested that the county install a replacement.

After many months of waiting, the Leathernecks fashioned a new post from 4-by-6 timbers.

That replacement was struck repeatedly by wayward golf

A new flexible “delineator” has replaced the oft-thumped wood post dividing the lanes of the golf cart path linking East Del Webb Blvd. and US 301.

carts over the ensuing months, and ultimately destroyed.

Though several golf carts were damaged, no injuries have been reported. A traffic cone has served as a temporary lane divider for the past few months, and the new golf-cart-friendly “flexible tubular delineator” was installed in early July. A wood post remains at the other end of the path.

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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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Butterflies and Ladybugs is the theme for a social dance with the KP Line Dancers, Wednesday, August 21, 7 p.m., Veterans Theater.

Dress is casual, costumes welcome. Appropriate dance shoes please. Free for KP and SCC residents, other guests must purchase pass from Security $2.50. BYOB. Tips for the DJ are appreciated. Call Jan 634-6226 for more info.

Kings Point Mixed Chorus to Begin New Season

By Stephanie Casey The Kings Point Mixed Chorus is excited to announce that rehearsals for the 2019 Holiday Concert, accompanied by Ines Hertz, will meet in the East-West Social Room of the KP North Clubhouse, beginning at 12:15 p.m. for registration and payment of $20 dues. Membership is capped at 80 voices, due to limited stage space in the Veterans Theater. There are no tryouts, and previous experience is not required.

Singers will be accepted on a first-come/first-served basis, and there is no pre-registration. The cutoff date for joining is September 30, unless the maximum number is reached before that time.

Practices are held every Monday afternoon in the North Clubhouse, 12:15 to 2:30 p.m.

This year’s season concert, “Holiday Magic,” will be presented on Tuesday, December 10, at 4:30 p.m. in the KP Veterans Theater. For information, call Mary Anne at 813.634.8747, email “triplelady@aol. com,” or learn more online at “kpchorus.org”.

Ohio Clubs’ 2nd Annual Indoor Summer Picnic

“Hands Across Route 674” Come and celebrate Summer with the Kings Point and Sun City Center Ohio Clubs as they come together for their 2nd Annual Indoor Summer Picnic on Saturday, August 17, in the KP Veteran’s Theatre (North Clubhouse).

Entertainment will feature David Morris, a creative and upcoming artist on the music scene.

Come enjoy his performance for dancing and/or listening while enjoying the American / Mexican Picnic Buffet featuring Taco pie, rice and beans, avocado shrimp dip, BBQ chicken breast, baked beans, macaroni and cheese, and coleslaw with a dessert table.

Guests are asked to bring a dessert to share with four people for our dessert table. This is a BYOB event with ice tea and coffee available.

The cost is $17 per Ohio Club members and $18 for guests (checks made out to Ohio Club). Kings Point members may mail their reservations and checks to Linda Dulik, 1209 Huntington Greens Dr., SCC, and SCC members may mail their checks to Valerie Graves at 2218 North Creek Court, SCC. In addition, Ohio collection boxes are located at both addresses for drop off. Tables of eight may be reserved with full payment and the names of all attendees.

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Creative Person: Sonja Kostas Sculptor Extraordinaire

By Paula Lickfeldt Sonja Kostas moved from New Haven, Connecticut in 2017. Her husband had passed away and her daughter, son-in-law, and granddaughter lived in Tampa.

Sonja was an art teacher in New Haven and she belonged to a pottery studio there, because her husband had encouraged her to join it. She liked sculpting but had had no formal training. Sonja comes from a long line of “creative people.”

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July at Freedom Plaza began on a happy note; a succession of happy notes, in fact. These were rendered on July 1 by residents who packed the Atrium and its balconies to participate in another “Sing Along with the Freedom Singers”. Celebrating our nation’s musical heritage, and in anticipation of its July 4th birthday, the program was titled “Two Titans of American Music”, honoring composers Irving Berlin and Jerome Kern. A highlight of the evening was the performance of Berlin’s song for the Ziegfeld Follies of 1919, A Pretty Girl Is Like a Melody, written especially for the parade of “Ziegfeld Showgirls.” Featuring men of the Freedom Singers, our parade of “Freedom Plaza Showgirls,” all flaunting hot-pink feather boas, elicited gales of laughter along with hearty applause.

More enjoyable music was on tap for July with several regular monthly programs contributing. The Monthly Music session brought jazz pianist Diane Krall, Meredith Willson’s The Music Man performed by the Opera Club, and Freedom Plaza’s first Karaoke Night.

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Trinity Baptist Women’s Ministry invited CiCi Goodyear from Mary Martha House to be their guest speaker at their monthly luncheon. Donations of linens and other needed items for moms and children were made.

Cici also received a check from President Laura Robertson, left, and Treasurer Marge Weber, right. For more information about Trinity Women’s Fellowship, visit www.trinitybaptistscc.com or call the church office at 813.634.4228.

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Beth Israel Jewish Congregation of Sun City Center is hosting a Prospective Member Brunch on Sunday, August 18, 2019, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Our address is 1115 E. Del Webb Blvd., Sun City Center, FL 33573. Beth Israel has so much to offer, including Shabbat and holiday services, Rabbi’s classes, Sisterhood, Men’s Club, social programs, social action opportunities and so much more. Please RSVP to “mspiegal@hotmail.com” or Dan & Sharon Ehrenfeld “dsehrenfeld@gmail.com”.

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Mac’s parents. They moved and have been happy in their new home for five years.

Mac “picks” guitar and banjo three days a week. His first love is the Front Porch Pickers on Wednesdays, but he also participates in groups on Thursday and Friday. Vicki spends a lot of time working in their yard. She belongs to a Yoga group, the Computer Club, and plays Mah Jongg. They are snow birds and “fly” back to Washington State for a few months each year to keep track of the five children and ten grandchildren still living there.

Vicki’s sister Barbara and brother-in-law Mike Geist, who were still working, would come for a visit when they had vacations.

Because they were still working, they just wanted to sit in the sun, reading and relaxing. Mike did play golf when they were here.

They liked the warmer weather

L to R: Mac and Vicki McDonnell, right Barbara and Mike Geist.

By Paula Lickfeldt Mark McDonnell flew P51s and P40s in the China-Burma Theater during WWII. He started his enlistment in the Army Air Corps. When the Air Force was established, he flew for the Air Force as a reservist until he retired. After finishing school in Madison, Wisconsin, Mark and his wife, Mary, moved to Spokane, Washington. While in Washington State he was stationed at Fairchild and was an economics professor at Gonzaga University.

In 1999, when he retired from Gonzaga, he and Mary followed some friends to Sun City Center.

They sold their home in Spokane and bought a home in Sun City Center because they wanted to get away from rain, cold days, and dull skies.

While living in SCC, Mark was an avid golfer and played on a regular basis. Mary played bridge. They attended Prince of Peace and Our Lady of Guadalupe. Mary was the

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Mark and Mary McDonnell on their 70th anniversary.

“bread lady” for the Guadalupe food bank for many years. She would go to the grocery stores in SCC to get “yesterday bread” for the food bank.

In 1971, on his 18th birthday, their son Mac enlisted in the US Navy. He served for nine years.

Mac had been visiting his parents in SCC for many years and he really liked the community. He and his wife Vicki bought their first home in SCC on Mac’s 55th birthday. Very soon after, they had the opportunity to buy the home that was next door to

so, when they retired, they bought a home in SCC. They had no intention of living in SCC full time. They had intended to spend their summers with their four children who were still in Washington State. When they became residents and became aware of all of the activities available to them, they decided to become full-time residents.

Barbra belongs to the Stained Glass Club, practices yoga, plays Mah Jongg, and is an Aquasizer. She also participates in the quilting ministry at the Methodist Church. Mike belongs to the basketball club, billiards club, the computer club, plays golf at Freedom Fairways and Sandpiper and rides his bike.

Life is full for this family. They love Sun City Center and all of the friends that they have made here. Do you have a “Family Connection” to SCC? Call Paula 813.633.6739.

Southwest Florida Rheumatology

Introduces PA Victoria Capezza

Victoria joined Southwest Florida Rheumatology in November 2017.

She graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and later graduated with Honors from Nova Southeastern University’s Physician Assistant program with a Master’s degree in Medical Sciences. She is licensed as a Certified Physician Assistant by the state of Florida. She is an active member of Florida Academy of Physician Assistants, American Academy of Physician Assistants, and PA Victoria Capezza Florida Society of Rheumatology.

Victoria worked for 1 year in the field of Neurology in Tallahassee, FL and then moved back to central Florida. Victoria grew up in Plant City, Florida, the Winter Strawberry Capital of the world, and she likes to spend time with her parents whenever she gets the chance. In her spare time, she enjoys hanging out with friends, reading, writing, and exercising. Victoria has quickly fallen in love with rheumatology and is excited to be practicing medicine here and giving back to the community.

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