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OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE SUN CITY CENTER COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Sun City Center
...an official publication of the Sun City Center Community Association
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION SCHEDULE JANUARY 1 New Year’s Day All facilities closed 2 Office/Library closed No Bingo 4 Annual Membership Meeting Community Hall – 7 p.m. 11 Board Meeting Rollins Theater - 9 a.m. 17 Community Leaders Meeting Florida Room - 9 a.m. FEBRUARY 8 Board Meeting Rollins Theater - 9 a.m. 21 Community Leaders Meeting Florida Room - 9 a.m. 27 CO-AP Meeting Caper Room – 2 p.m.
Agendas for the monthly Board Meetings will be posted on Official Bulletin Boards the Friday before and on the CA web site ( www. suncitycenter.org – under “Association”). They will also be sent via “What’s New in the CA” email. Every Wednesday Orientation for new members in the Board Room starting at 1 p.m.
CA Contact Information Phone: 633-3500 sccboard@suncitycenter.org Website: suncitycenter.org Information Center 813-633-4670
January 2017
Holiday Season Infused with Plenty of Cheer By Kai Rambow “I enjoy being with all the people who come out for breakfast – and the joy of no cooking, no cleaning and no mess in the kitchen,” enthused Helena Warren. Helena and her husband, Kirk, didn’t just come for breakfast, they wore their Santa caps and T-shirts. Many volunteers at the breakfast showe d t hei r holi d ay spi r it by volunteering, and dressing for the event as well. Hats, caps, vests, T-shirts and even socks were joyously displayed. A fun T-shirt worn by Dee Kelly read, “Be naughty and save Santa a trip.” Volunteers brought their good cheer. When I asked one volunteer wearing antlers, “Where are the other reindeer?” another volunteer answered, “Sausages. Reindeer sausages. Delicious.” This huge community event was, once again, expertly organized and managed by Joanne and Sam Sudman. When repeat volunteer griddle operator, Jim Clarke, noticed they were falling behind, he flagged Joanne. She immediately set him up in another area with a griddle to ensure no shortage of pancakes. Another set of volunteers, often overlooked, were club members participating in the holiday walk. New café construction blocked direct access
Imagine: No More Breakfast
Santa’s younger brother? Kirk Warren embracing the holiday spirit.
to the Weavers club. Club member Judy Kucera walked with a colorful billboard to remind breakfast eaters to visit the Weavers club after. As the morning progressed, she impressively walked around with the billboard, a beautiful blanket and a cup of coffee, all without the support of a loom. At the Weavers club, Vivian King effortlessly created. “I love coming in and keeping busy,” she remarked. She’s
By Joanne and Sam Sudman Think for a moment—no more C om mu n it y Ass o c i at i on ( C A ) breakfasts on July 4 and during the fall/winter holiday period? No more seeing your friends over a plate of eggs, sausage, pancakes, strawberries, toast, coffee and juice. That reality may be upon us. But, you have the power to avert that severe decree. How you ask? Well, the CA needs two or three self-starting, detail and perfection-oriented members of the Community Association to get involved and work together with Joanne and Sam to plan and put-on the community breakfasts. The stark reality—if no one steps forward to transition into the leadership role you may have already enjoyed your final CA breakfast. Call us to discuss—633-3106. been a member for 26 years and has participated in every holiday walk. “She sets a positive tone,” remarked a fellow club member. The holiday walk displayed impressive works by members for sale: toys, ceramic
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New Board Announced at CA Meeting
By Diane M. Loeffler December 14 was the last official board meeting for CA President, David Floyd. Due to term limits, he will no longer be on the board. During the meeting, he expressed his gratitude for having the opportunity to serve the community for the last six and a half years. Others on the board thanked him for his service. Shelba Fields, the Chair of the Elections certified the election results. A total of 1,301 votes were cast. The new officers will be John Luper, President; Joe Elam, Vice President; Neil Rothfield, Treasurer, and Sam Sudman, Corporate Secretary. Due to term limits, Sudman will no longer be a director. However, by-laws specify that the secretary does not need to be a board member. New directors are Bob Sullivan, Bob Sanchez, and David Birkett. Everyone agreed that the Holiday Breakfast and Walk on December 3 and the Holiday Golf Cart Parade and Winterfest on December 10 were successful events. Pete Mathieu chair of the parade, was thanked as were the Sudmans who chaired the December 3 event. The Sudmans are looking for someone to take over the Holiday Breakfast and Walk. If you are interested, please contact Sam or Joanne Sudman. New business included some additions
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to the policies governing clubs and organizations and maintenance and construction. There was also a change in verbiage for personnel policies. Per the agreement with Minto, the CA will take over responsibility for the landscaping along the boulevard along North and South Pebble Beach Roads. Sod will be replaced in the large dog park. The dog owners’ group is contributing to this expense. The Bicycle Club of SCC was approved as an affiliated club. The CA hopes to move into the modular buildings in late February after the buildings are placed on the property and all of the utilities are hooked up. The office may be closed a few days during this process. Cost estimates on rehabilitating the existing CA building and also cost estimates on a new building will be available in January. Whichever choice is made, all of the expenses will be covered by existing funds. There will be no money borrowed, no special assessments and no change in dues. The cafe expansion was delayed when the builders determined that the existing building was not supportive enough for the addition. A new beam was fabricated and the addition is expected to open in mid-January. Around the same time, the pickleball courts will be opening as well.
New CA directors (from left to right): Bob Sullivan, Bob Sanchez and David Birkett.
Did You Know?
Sam and Joanne Sudman are looking for help planning the annual community breakfasts in 2017. This is a great way to be part of something big in the community. For more information, call 813.633.3106.
The current and incoming boards all attended the December 14 CA meeting. Front row (left to right) Helen Lewis, Marilyn Miller, Neil Rothfield and David Floyd. Back row (left to right) John Luper, David Birkett, Ernie Addison, Bob Sullivan, Bob Sanchez, Sam Sudman and Jim Schwartz.
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VOLUNTEER PICNIC
In appreciation of your hard work, dedication and support given to the CA throughout the year, the Board of Directors cordially invites you to attend a picnic lunch in your honor on: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2017 FLORIDA ROOM 12 NOON TO 2 PM
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SPECIAL RECOGNITION TO THE FOLLOWING WHO CONTRIBUTED $1,000 & OVER TO THE BENEFIT OF THE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION IN 2016 (thru 12/14/16)
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HARDSHIP REQUESTS DUE BY FEBRUARY 28, 2017
Hardship financial relief for 2017 dues is available to Sun City Center members. The resident owner of the property applying for financial hardship assistance must have been a member of the community in good standing for a period of three years prior to applying for assistance. They must also complete a full financial disclosure. Applications for hardship must be submitted by February 28, 2017 to be considered for the current year. Please see Judy Hill at the CA office to pick up an application.
AMOUNT APPLIED TO Aquasizers Club $1,041 $1,000 for pool maintenanc and $41 for FunFest Computer Club $1,000 Hardship Fund Dog Owners Group $6,500 Their share of maintaining the dog park & $4500 toward sod. Duplicate Bridge Association $3,000 Replacement Fund Men’s Club $8,336 $2,000 for defibrilators in Multi-purpose building & Information Center; $5,936 for hearing loop in the Caper Room Monday Movies $2,252 To offset licensing fees Pickleball Club $16,200 $1,200 for their share of maintaining the pickleball courts; $15,000 toward lighting at pickleball courts Potters Wheel $2,060 $2,000 for Hardship Fund and $60 for FunFest Softball Club $2,500 Their share of maintaining the Softball Field Tennis Association $11,500 $10,500 for their share of maintaining the tennis courts and $1,000 toward a tennis ball machine CORPORATIONS Brandon Honda $1,500 4th of July Expenses Minto Communities $2,000 Pickleball Court Minto also provided cash prizes totaling $3,000 for the golf cart parade winners GRANTS RECEIVED SCC Charitable Foundation $1,300 Two TV’s in Atrium Community Foundation of Tampa Bay (Durward & Janet Seville Fund) $13,074 Sun City Center Library ESTATES The O’Neal Family Trust $35,000 Sun City Center Library The Joan DiGangi Trust $10,000 Sun City Center Library We also thank the Lawn Bowling Club who directly paid $9,000 as their 1/2 share of the maintenance of the lawn bowling courts and $15,103 to replace Lawn Bowling Green #2. We also thank the RV Club and Tillers & Toilers for maintaining their own areas.
Newcomers
List prepared by Linda Bowker from CA staff data. Report corrections, additions to CA at 633-3500.
SCC Family Connections Pettersson and Barnett
By Paula Lickfeldt Clarence O. Pettersson “Pete” and his first wife Mabel moved to SCC from Ohio in the mid 1960s. They had several friends who had already moved to Florida and they decided to join them. Pete was a very active member of the United Community Church, a golfer and a member of the Rotary club. When Mabel became ill, they decided to move back to Cleveland to be near family. Mabel was in a nursing care facility where she and Pete met Elizabeth “Betty” who was the director of nursing at the facility. Several months after Mabel passed away, Pete returned to the nursing care facility to ask Betty if she would like to go for a ride in his new car. They stopped for lunch and the relationship sparked. Betty and Pete were married in Cleveland, Ohio on October 25, 1978. Pete loved Florida and Betty was tired of the cold winters in Ohio so they headed back to SCC. Pete was 102 when he passed away. Betty is still living in SCC at the Courtyards. Susan Barnett, Pete’s youngest granddaughter, moved to SCC from Massachusetts in 2015. Susan had visited her grandpa and Betty several times and she really liked the lifestyle here. She, too, was tired of the cold winter. Susan swims, joined the Pelican Players, rides her bicycle and still finds time to substitute teach.
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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Meet the Remarkable Ruth Ferry
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President’s Report By CA President David Floyd CA Office Building A construction contractor ABI, Inc. has been selected. The BOD has made a decision on wall construction which will allow the CA to obtain the final costing. The final costs will be made known to the membership. The CA will relocate the office to the modular buildings as soon as possible. It will most likely take place in February 2017 as utilities will take 2-3 weeks after the buildings are in place. We will bring the building to a community vote most likely in either February or March of 2017. We will have the building costs available to the membership prior to the vote. We will also have the office rehabilitation costs for comparison. No funds will be borrowed for this project. There will be no impact to our member’s dues. There will be no special assessments. Café A delay occurred, which will prevent the café from opening until about mid-January. Due to a beam with a low loading level in the roof extension a new support beam needed to be designed and fabricated. Elections Committee I would like to thank Shelba Fields and her Election Committee for their services in our recent election. As usual, they did a great job with the ballots and the election. Director’s Election The results of our election are: Helen Lewis - Re-elected Elected to office were: Marilyn Coté-Miller and Bob Sullivan to three year terms Robert Sanchez and Dave Birkett to one year terms. CA Officer’s Election Your new officers for 2017 are: John Luper - President Joe Elam - Vice-president Neil Rothfeld - Treasurer Sam Sudman - Secretary (non-voting position). FunFest FunFest will be held on March 18, 2017 at our Central campus. More details will be coming soon. Our Chair for this event is Bridgett Lewis. If you would like to volunteer to help Bridget, please contact her at 573578-3138 or leave a message at the CA office. Campus Resodding The Association is continuing the re-sodding and campus re-plantings to further improve our community’s appearance. If you see areas needing attention, please bring them to the Association’s attention. CA Office and Library Closings New Year’s – Friday, December 30 the office closes at 1 p.m. And reopens Tuesday, January 3. Inclosing This is my last President’s Report to you as I am term limited and could not run again. It has been my pleasure to serve all of you in the Community Association. We have a great community, and I am sure that your new board and officers will serve you well going forward in 2017. I wish you the most merry and joyous of holidays and good health and happiness for the coming year!
DONATIONS TO THE SCCCA
Did you know that as a 501(c)(3) corporation, donations made to the Community Association are tax deductible? These donations are used in many ways for the betterment of our community.
By Ilona Merritt Ruth is 83 years old and legally blind. Along with her dog, Lena, she keeps a most active life. She lives at the Courtyards and swims in their outdoor pool most every day. She walks with Lena two to three miles every day, exercises (with weights) in her apartment (yes, every day). A few months ago, she discovered Tai Chi classes, which are held at the JSA center, so she joined the class. Here is where this writer met up with her. I watched the class follow the instructor and was amazed how well Ruth could follow the Tai Chi moves. It was truly impressive to watch her keep up with the group. Of course, Lena was laying on the sidelines and never took her eyes of her mistress. Lena goes everywhere with Ruth, even on bus trips. Ruth would like to find a friend with whom she could do these things together, but most everyone she meets doesn’t want to be that physically active. Ruth also belongs to the Freedom Plaza book club and she proudly told me that recently she learned how to download her books on her Mac computer. Ruth moved to Florida from Norfolk, Virginia to be close to one of her two daughters. Norfolk being a Navy town, jobs were hard to find. So, Ruth, who had been in business school, decided to work out of her home doing bookkeeping. She learned home repair and maintenance like laying tile, painting, or any other work, so she wouldn’t have to pay outside help. The first dog Ruth had was raised by her. She contacted schools who train dogs for the blind and was told that they were not interested in training her own dog. However, the Leader Dogs for the Blind, in Rochester, Michigan accepted her dog and put it into their classes. The Leader Dogs for the Blind is well-
known for working with unusual cases. For example, a very special harness was created for a blind soldier with a stump where his hand used to be. Lena is also from the Leader Dog for the Blind school, she is a loving yellow Labrador retriever with a beautiful coat, which Ruth brushes lovingly every day. People like Ruth are truly an inspiration to all of us.
Santa Spotted After Christmas
By Kai Rambow Ever wonder what Santa does right after delivering all those presents? I happened to spot him just after Christmas. He reluctantly admitted his identity and even took a few minutes to talk with me. Apparently, Santa has come to Florida right after Christmas several times. The helmet with sunglasses usually allow h i m t o r i d e a rou n d unrecognized. Who knew?
What’s New at the Library?
By Joanne Gilray, SCC Library Administrator Now that we have said goodbye to 2016 we can look back and review what we have accomplished here at the Sun City Center Library. At the beginning of the year we were able to increase our large print collection exponentially. We have often been complimented on our large print collection and we take great pride in knowing we have one of the most extensive collections in the Hillsborough County area. In March of 2016, Elaine Birkinshaw retired, which paved the way for me. It has been a wonderful (almost) year of getting to know the library and Sun City Center. The library is top notch not only in its large print collection but in providing personal service and community to our patrons. We continue adding to our collection daily through purchasing and donations so I would like to thank you for all your support throughout 2016. The year 2017 is looking to be promising. Already we have been able to add a new circulation desk that will greatly improve the aesthetic as well and the functionality of the check-in/check-out process. Thanks to a generous donation, we now have a second low vision reader. The first low vision reader sits in our reference area and the new one has been placed in the computer lab for your use. The independent book club, The Page Turners, will continue to meet here on the second Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. in the reference room. They had a great turnout throughout 2016 and welcome new members all the time. Lastly, the community puzzle was a huge hit in 2016 and we would like to invite anyone and everyone to participate in this activity as we are continuing it in 2017. Hillsborough County has changed their online catalog. Please bear with us as we learn how to navigate the new system. At their catalog desk in our library I have provided a quick guide on how to best use the site to reserve items. If you are able, SouthShore Library conducts classes on a wide range of technological subjects from navigating the World Wide Web to Overdrive (eBooks) and beyond. Please contact Hillsborough County if you are interested in getting a list of their classes. “A new year is simply the turn of a calendar page — and a beautiful chance for us to turn over a new leaf.” ~Terri Guillemets, “January up,” 1996
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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.
Sawdust Engineers and Woodcarvers Annual Dinner Dance
Sawdust Engineers and Woodcarvers invite you to the 2017 Dinner Dance on Tuesday, February 7 in the Florida Room. $22 per person. Social hour (BYOB) at 5 p.m. Dinner at 6. Come for auction, music and fun!
Metaphysical Society
Fund Raiser Presentations - 10 a.m. – Wednesdays – in the Heritage Room Jan 4 “The Many Faces of Spirit,” with Intuitive Psychic Chantal Jacques sharing the different ways that Spirit shows their presence ... the many ways they use to get our attention and get their messages across to us. Chantal is available for afternoon sessions. Jan 11 “East Meets West - Oriental Medicine,” with local Ruskin Doctor of Oriental Medicine and Licensed Acupuncturist Reyna Bragg, sharing the natural health benefits of Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine as a consideration when we are making our health care choices. Jan 18 “Diet, Remedies and Health – a Holistic Approach,” with A.R.E. speaker Ed Foote sharing many of Edgar Cayce’s, who is considered the father of holistic medicine, recommendations, with specific examples that everyone can practice in their lives. Jan 25 “Validating the Afterlife,” with Roland M. Comtois, spiritual medium, renowned for his Purple Papers, and bestselling author invites us to move from pain to understanding of the enduring quality of love, reassuring us that life does not end on this plane, and explains how we can access our own intuition to communicate with those who have crossed over. Jan 29 Sunday at 2:30 p.m., [Heritage Room] Metaphysical Movie: “The Power of Intention” (2003), a public television special featuring Dr. Wayne Dyer explaining how each person possesses the infinite potential and power to co-create the life he or she desires. Open Fund Raiser Presentations - Admission is $1, with a love offering requested to benefit the Society. Sunday Movie is free with SCC ID. Facilitator: Sue at 813 956-1245. Inspiring and uplifting – Join us! For info call Vicky at 813-398-7033 or Holli at 443-745-5015.
Scandinavian Club News
The Scandinavian Club of Sun City Center will hold its first meeting of 2017 on Wednesday, January 25, 2017 at 2 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Florida Room on the CA Atrium building. The video “Fire & Ice” about the Finnish-Russian winter war of 1939/40 will be shown. Guests are welcome. For questions about the arrangement please call Sandra Andel 813.690.1359.
Potters Wheel Names Lifetime Member
The Sun City Center Potters Wheel Club presented a Lifetime Membership to Terri McNamara on December 8 during their last business meeting of the year. Terrie has been a member of the club since 2005 and is the outgoing president. Under Terrie’s tenure, club membership nearly doubled, class structure was enhanced and many new techniques and methods were introduced to the club. Her favorite saying “Let’s Make Pots!” has become a mantra for many members of the club. Outgoing board members Bill Roberts, Lynn Anderson and Tina Hatch surprised Terri with this prestigious award for her outstanding service and devotion to the club. During the meeting, new board members were elected for 2017-2018: June Fiorelli and Karen Hanson will serve as co-presidents. Jacque Palumbo, Jerry Gottsacker (vice presidents), Linda Oddo (secretary) and Danielle Hanson (treasurer) complete the board. Following the business meeting the club held their holiday party which included a buffet meal, music by Taylor John and sing-alongs. To join the Potters Wheel Club, stop by the studio on Cherry Hills Drive to sign up for introductory classes Potters Wheel Club Lifetime Members Bill Roberts and Terri McNamara. and have a tour.
SCC Stained Glass Club News
Flexercise and Aerobics Club Party
Flexercise/Aerobics had a wonderful Potluck Christmas party, after we did our Flexercise class we enjoyed all the Goodies. We then had our Aerobics class with Christmas music. We have been a class since 1977. Imagine 40 years! Our classes have very social, happy people who like to exercise. Come join us if you would like.
SCC Bike Club
Photo by Nancy Williams
The Bike Club, a new club is forming in Sun City Center, met recently at the home of Phyllis Laufer, front right. The guest speaker was Deputy Merry, front left, from the Hillsborough Sheriff ’s Department. After introductions, the following officers were elected: President Phyllis Laufer, VP Ken Redman, Secretary Lorraine Rennie, Treasurer Nancy Layer. Charles Schindler will head the Maintenance Committee & Nancy Williams PR & Marketing. The club met in December to approve Bylaws to become an official SCC Community Association club. For more information about the Bike Club contact Phyllis Laufer at “suncityphilly@gmail.com”.
A fun time was enjoyed by more than 65 members of the SCC Stained Glass Club on Sunday, December 11 at their Annual Holiday Party. Great food, fun games, fellowship and laughs were some of the evening’s highlights. Outgoing past president, Sue Wilson was honored for the work she has done in the club through her many years as a member. The good news is that Sue will still be an active member of the club and continue offering project ideas, solutions and overall help when requested. “Fusing Tuesdays” have become a well-attended and favorite club activity with Sue as an important participant to share ideas and techniques with the increasing number of active users. Sue will be replaced as Past President by outgoing president Gerry Coleman. Gerry is a longtime club member and has an active part in helping it become the wonderful club it is. Most recently as president she has worked with the CA to help resolve issues that have been encountered as the club has grown to over 200 members in the last year. Gerry has always been and will continue to be available for help or assistance of any kind in the club as well as out. Gerry will be replaced as president by Jan Hulme, another longtime member leaving her position as club Secretary. Jan has big shoes to fill, but we have every confidence that she is up to the task and will keep the club headed in the right direction. An additional part of the evening owes its success to the wonderful members of the maintenance department who had our room set up perfectly and all of our needs ready. A big thanks to all of them for all they do both inside and outside the club room and for always being there when we need them. The Sun City Center Stained Glass Club will hold their 7th Annual Juried Show on Thursday, February 23 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Friday, February 24, 2017 from 9 a.m. -3 p.m. in the Florida Room. Professional glass artist Julia Larson from St. Petersburg will judge the show for the second year. Members will display pieces in a number of categories including soldered panels, lamps, sun catchers, fused work, mosaics, jewelry and sandblasting. The judge will select the ribbon winners in each category and the Best of Show award. A People’s Choice award will be determined by votes of the show’s visitors. Last year the show had over 140 entries and over 500 viewers voted for the People’s Choice award. For more information stop by the Stained Glass Club in the Arts and Crafts Building between 9 and noon Monday through Friday, or call Debbie Zieg at 6346795.
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Sawdust Engineers News
Joe Conde, originally from Arlington, MA, moved to SCC from Ellenton, FL six months ago. While there he belonged to a “Turning Club” for five years. Joe and his wife, Denise, have been residing in FL for eight years and have now settled down in SCC. Joe said that without the availability of Sawdust Engineers he would not have moved to SCC. His move to SCC has been fortuitous for Sawdust Engineer members. Joe has a very broad knowledge of turning bowls, spindles, etc. and has been sharing this with any member who wants to get into turning. Joe makes his own turning tools, a skill he also learned from videos. He plans to start a training class sometime next year and many of our members (including myself) are anxiously awaiting the start of the classes. Stop by Sawdust Engineers at 919 N. Course Lane and you can see some of his bowls in our store.
SCC Billiards Club News
Sun City Center 2017 Billiards Club Trustees elected at their Annual Membership Meeting on December 17, 2016. Pictured from left to right are the trustees: Stan Hodge, Jack Kingston, Jerry Anderson, (Vice President), Grant Strum (Secretary/ Treasurer), Bruce Miller, and Gary Waldron (President). The club has approximately 280 members of which 55 were in attendance at the meeting. The Billiards Club is open to all Community Association members and is available for play 24 hours, seven days a week. Annual dues are $10 and applications are available at the club or by contacting a Trustee. Daily billiards play groups welcome new members, so come out and play.
SCC Registered Nurses Club News
The Sun City Center Registered Nurses Club celebrated Christmas in the Florida Room on Thursday, December 1, 2016 with a luncheon of chicken with apricots, roasted butternut squash salad and egg nog crème brulee for dessert. Mary, a member of the Organ Club, entertained us with Christmas music. Each year Brigid Guarino, our photographer, attempts to get the group together for a holiday picture. Vivian Hodgkin solicited volunteers to take blood pressures for the FunFest health fair scheduled for March 18, 2017. This is the only business discussed at the luncheon. We also had a collection table for Sr. Sara’s Mobile Medical Van for Migrant Workers, one of our target charities. Education labels were also collected for the Shriner’s Children’s Hospital in Tampa. Our next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, January 5, 2017 in the Caper Room of the Atrium Building. We’ll begin at 9:15 a.m. with coffee and conversation, followed by a lecture by Kathy Hoffman on Holistic Medicine. We will also discuss plans for our field trip in February to Hillsborough Community College School of Nursing. We partner with the nursing student during FunFest in March. The students work with the members of our club to take blood pressures, measure oxygen saturations and generally teach attendees of the health fair about controlling blood pressure to prevent stroke and maintain general good heart health. Our trip to the school, including the science building, will take place Thursday morning, February 2, 2017. Transportation and carpooling will be discussed at the January meeting. Meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month, excluding May and December. We meet in the Florida Room at 11:15 for luncheons. Members of the community are invited to attend our lectures. Questions may be addressed to Lynne Murphy, President of the Club at 813-634-6707.
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Smartphone Apps of Interest January 4, 2017 — Wednesday 7 p.m. in the Florida Room The January meeting of the SCC Computer Club will be a presentation and demonstration of some of the most frequently used Smartphone Apps. Apps are the software programs that make your smartphone (or tablet) do all the wonderful things that make these portable devices so useful. Most Apps are free and are available for both Apple and Android devices. Computer Club Classes Sign up for your choice of class in the Computer Lab, (Atrium Building) Monday through Saturday, 12:30 - 5 p.m. Tuition is payable upon registration. For additional information email: Beverly Hiller, Education Director at “hillerbev@aol.com”. Introduction to File Explorer Thursday, January 5, 9 a.m. – 12 noon $10 members, $15 nonmembers Windows File Explorer is the Windows application that displays the contents of hard drives and folders. You use it to navigate all the Folder and Files on your computer. In this class you will learn how to find, save, move, copy, delete and rename Files and Folders on your hard drive or memory device. Tuning Your PC Workshop Tuesday January 10, 8:45 a.m. - noon $25 - Computer Club Members Only Is your PC or laptop running slow, long boot times, do you wait forever for web pages to come up? This workshop will teach you how to remove spyware, viruses, browser add-ons, bad registry entries, junk files, and other problems that slow down your system. You will work on your own computer and be able to see the results immediately. Basic iPad/iPhone for Seniors Wednesday January 11, 9 a.m. – noon $10 members, $15 nonmembers The Apple iPad is almost a computer, but not quite. This course will show how to check your email, carry your books and music around with you, have fun playing games and even adjust the size of the readable text on the screen. Facebook 101 Monday January 16, 9 a.m. – noon $10 members, $15 nonmembers This is a beginner’s class. In this class we will 1) Personalize your profile & timeline, 2) Find and add friends and set up security, 3) Explain secure messaging and chatting, find out what family and friends are up to, 4) Add friends and create groups; 5) Add photos and tag the photos, view and share videos, explore news feeds, and update family and friends, 6) Discuss what to post and what not to post. Windows 10 Workshop Tuesday January 17, or Wednesday January 25, 9 a.m. – noon $10 members, $15 nonmembers This workshop is designed to familiarize you with Windows 10. Among other subjects, we’ll cover antivirus, just type, privacy, Microsoft accounts, Cortana, Edge, Store, keyboard shortcuts, Control Panel vs. Settings, and snap & shake. PowerPoint Basics Friday January 20, 9 a.m. – noon $10 members, $15 nonmembers PowerPoint is a slideshow presentation software and is part of the Microsoft Office suite. (A PowerPoint App is also available for your mobile device.) With PowerPoint you can create a slide based presentation that you can use to instruct or entertain. It helps you get your “point” across and keeps your presentation on track. This class will cover the basic operations, which will allow you to produce a complete, professional PowerPoint presentation. Introduction to Computers Four Sessions Thursday, January 12, 19, 26 and February 2, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. $10 members, $15 nonmembers This four-session beginner’s class will cover hardware, software and operating system basics. Some basic word processing will be introduced. Internet searching using web browsers and search engines will also be covered. Storage devices, both permanent & temporary will be discussed. Windows Live Photo Gallery Tuesday January 24, 9 a.m. – noon $10 members, $15 nonmembers Photo Gallery provides photographers an easy way to edit, organize, and share photos. The class is aimed at the beginning photographer who wants to edit and improve their pictures but doesn’t require the full functionality of Photoshop or Photoshop Elements. The program is free and runs on PCs with Windows 7 or 8 or Vista (not Macs.) The class will be hands-on and will cover many of the features of Photo Gallery. Photobook Workshop Tuesday January 31, 9 a.m. – noon $10 members, $15 nonmembers Photo books are an easy way to cherish and preserve your memories. In this workshop you will learn how to prepare your pictures for inclusion in a Photobook. The instructor will also demonstrate how to scan in old photos and prepare them. Bring a stick drive with some of your favorite pictures, including some old pictures, to the workshop.
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Weaving Review Workshop
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A one morning review workshop will be offered to weavers on Wednesday, January 112 at 9 a.m. in the weaving studio located on Cherry Hill next to the Rollins Theatre. Please come into the weaving studio to sign up or call Charlene Roberts, (813) 634-2651.
Beginner Weaving Classes Offered
Election Notice of Bunka Art Club
The Sun City Center Bunka Art Club recently had an election of officers for the 2017 year. The new officers are Deb Hartman, President; Linda Gagne, Vice President; Eileen Spector, Treasurer, and Kate Palardis, Secretary. The Club meets in the Sun City Center Arts and Craft building on Monday and Wednesday mornings. An instructor is available and beginners are welcome.
SCC Lapidary Club
At the Sun City Center Lapidary Club annual meeting, Aleksandra Zurko was presented with a bouquet of flowers as a thank you for over 20 years of service to the club. In addition to being a past president, Aleksandra taught classes in link bracelets and wire wrapping for pendants. She was also the main buyer for materials used in the workshop and traveled to numerous wholesale shows to purchase interesting items. Although she is retiring, Aleksandra will remain an active member of the club. Membership in the SCC Lapidary Club is open to Sun City Center, Freedom Plaza and Ashton Gardens residents with current Community Association I.D. cards, and to Kings Point residents as space allows. The annual dues are $10. The Lapidary Club is located in the Arts & Crafts Building at 915E Cherry Hills Drive. Jewelry store hours are 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and noon to 3 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday. Call 813-642-2084 for more information.
A beginner weaving class will start at 9 a.m. on Monday, January 16. The classes are from 9 a.m. to noon each Monday and Wednesday for two months in the weaving studio on Cherry Hill next to the Rollins Theatre. Cost is $75, which includes lessons, yarns, sampler, one project and membership. Sign up in the weaving studio or call Charlene Roberts, (813) 634-2651.
SCC Weavers’ Club
At the December meeting of the SCC Weavers Club, Instructor Charlene Roberts presented diplomas to the latest graduating class of students: Patsy Bradley, Paula Simensen, Pam McCorkle, and Dianne Skinner. The club members then celebrated the season with a fun holiday singalong. Lead by Sharon Jordan at the piano and the choir from Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, members and guests had a rousing musical interlude, culminating with a competition among groups singing the “Twelve Days of Christmas”. After all that exercise, the attendees feasted on a catered luncheon of turkey and all the trimmings, arranged by club Vice President, Ester Hagen, and her ‘elf ’ helpers, Carol Conklin, Bonnie and Bill Reeves, Terrie Scheer and Dottie Mugavero. The Weavers’ Club meets monthly in the Sandpiper Room every second Wednesday of the month at 10:30 a.m. Contact President Judy Kucera at (813) 642-8239 for more information about this unique club.
Sew ‘N Sews Christmas Raffle Winner
Bonnie Fortin was the winner at the Holiday Walk, December 3rd of the Free Christmas Raffle quilt donated by Theresa Chalone. The Sew’n Sews have a long history of service to the community. Projects during the year include sewing items of need for The Kids Place, VA Hospital, RCMA, Moffitt Cancer Hospital, Shriners Nursing Homes and other charitable organizations. The club is opened daily to the public with many hand-made articles/gifts for sale. The club is located at 915 Cherry Hills Drive in the Arts & Crafts Building.
Tax Aide Donations 2016 Aleksandra Zurko, center, accepts a bouquet from Christine Kerstyn, club president, and Ted Boydston, treasurer.
Sew ‘N Sews Donate 30 Lap Quilts to Shriners
Members of the Sew ‘n Sews donated 30 lap quilts to the Shriners Children’s Hospital. The ladies also were given an extended tour of the facilities by Shriner Bob Stalker. The hospital is a day patient orthopedic center providing surgery, orthopedic limbs, wheelchairs and counseling.
Sew ‘n Sew President Mary Lou Bogdan, members Linda Starkey, Carol Aberizk and Jane Sanfilippo.
Amazzo, John & Gloria Andersen, Harold & Yolanda Armstrong, John & Elaine Bolger, Francis & Sandra Bolton, Sharon Brinker, George & Donna Buhr, Diane Butner, Jim & Phyllis Carpenter, James & Susan Cassis, Ruth Caudill, Benton & Eileen Chambers, Robert Connine, Robert & Lillian Cook, Geraldine Cosman, Maurice & Sharon Dittiger, Magdalena Doyle, John & Linda Enos-Pace, Lorrain Florez, Jesse Gibson, Jerry & Karen Gibson, John & Shirley Gilbert, Frederick & Sandra Hartnett, Joan Herd, Walter & Phyllis Hillberry, Carol Hufstader, Robert & Diane Hulbert-Hoehler, Anne Jacobsen, Joan Jahns, Donald & Tomiye James, Mary James, Paul & Irma Johnson, Louise Kelley, Paul & Jane Kelly, John & Elizabeth Korb, Lynn Kramer, Lawrence & Judith
Littlefield, Richard & Gail Littrell, Paul Mast, Walter & Nancy Mazzoni, Jane Mc Coy, Robert & Marion McDonald, Lucille McGovern, Richard & Ellen McPherson, Kevin & Diane Merrill, Dean & Mary Merrill, Lew & Mary Moberly, Tom Moyers, James & Coralia Nicosia, Jacqueline Novosel, Elaine Poulin, Bertrand & Rolande Reid, Nancy Robinson, Peter & Carolyn Russell, Thomas & Marsha Ryan, Darlene Schafers, Judith Schermesser, James & Betty Schreiber, Fred Sherburne, John & Melinda Smith, Robert Strainer, Donald & Nancy Tomion, Michael & Christine Toussaint, Roger & Carolyn Urene, Helen Varney, Tommye Vincent, Roberta Wells, Ida Wold, Carol Wolfe, Jean Wooten, Ann Zito, Norma
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Holiday from 1. mini-Christmas trees with working lights, holiday miniatures, all kinds of decorations and even jewelry. The Shellcrafters club had some of the most creative tree ornaments. One could certainly decorate a tree “Florida” style. Once again residents ate, waved at neighbors, connected with friends they hadn’t seen in some time and met new people. These are fun, giant neighborhood events not to be missed.
Judy Kucera promoting the Weavers club with billboard, throw – and coffee to keep going!
Fun centerpieces, one of the thoughtful touches to help kick off the holiday season.
One of the breakfast volunteers decked out right down to socks and shoes.
The kitchen becomes a hive of constant activity with three shifts to deliver a wonderful holiday event.
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Trail Blazing
MOVIES
at the Rollins Theater One Showing Only at 1 p.m.
Movies are normally shown the second (2nd) and fourth (4th) 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 KP ID badge.
January 9 • Me Before You
By John Lampkin Ben Franklin didn’t exactly say, “A Pennyroyal saved is a Pennyroyal earned,” but Florida Pennyroyal is indeed a plant worth saving! As a widespread peninsular native it blooms primarily on the SCC West Campus Nature Trails from November to April, providing nectar and pollen when most other natives here are not flowering. Winter pollinators like the crane fly in the pic above are frequent flyers along the trailside, working their way down a smorgasbord of spotted purple petals. Common names for plants can be misleading and indeed there are at least two northern bloomers called “pennyroyal” that confuse some trail visitors who exclaim, “But that’s not like the pennyroyal back home!” No, it is not. Our Florida Pennyroyal thrives on xeric sandy soil and laughs at prolonged drought like we’ve experienced the past few months while its northern namesakes would quickly shrivel and die. The botanical name, Piloblephis rigida (pie-low-BLEF-is RIDGEi-duh) is from Greek meaning
“hairy eyelid” and refers to the fine pubescent sepals. Rigida apparently refers to the stiff needle-like leaves which can be brewed to tea. After all, this is a mint with a pleasant but pungent aroma and taste that deters munching beetles and four-legged herbivores. Two-legged omnivores like the Seminoles liked it just fine though and used it as tea and a soup spice. How is a pennyroyal saved? The answer is simple, by protecting and conserving its habitat and that is what SSC Audubon works to do. In the absence of fire, open canopy Longleaf Pine habitat often converts to mixed hardwood hammock that blocks the sunlight that pennyroyal needs. In practical terms for SCC, conserving this habitat means mechanical removal or pruning of weedy oaks and overgrown saw palmettos. That’s a lot of work, but as we say, “A pennyroyal saved is worth it!” John Lampkin leads interpretive walks on the first Tuesday of each month. Email C onser vation@ SunCityCenterAudubon.com for details.
Lou Clark lives in a quaint town in the English countryside. With no clear direction in life, the 26-yearold goes from one job to the next to help her family make ends meet. Her normally cheery outlook is tested when facing a new career challenge. Taking a job at the local “castle,” she becomes caregiver/companion to a wealthy young banker, Will Traynor, who is wheelchair bound due to an accident and whose world has changed dramatically. No longer an adventurous soul, the now cynical Will has all but given up. Lou determines to show him life is worth living. Embarking together on a series of adventures, they both get more than they bargained for and find their lives—and hearts—changing in ways neither could have imagined. Starring: Emilia Clarke, Sam Claflin, Janet McTeer, Charles Dance, Brendan Coyle Director: Thea Sharrock Genre: Drama, Romance Rating: PG-13 for thematic elements and some suggestive material
January 23 • The Meddler
Widow Marnie Minervini relocated from New Jersey to L A to be near her daughter Lori, a successful (single) screenwriter and smother her with motherly love. But when dozens of texts, unexpected visits, and conversations giving unsolicited advice force Lori to draw strict personal boundaries, Marnie finds ways to channel her optimism and forceful generosity to change the lives of others (and her own) and find a new purpose in life. Starring: Susan Sarandon, Rose Byrne, J K Simmons, Cecily Strong, Jerrod Carmichael Director: Lorene Scafaria Genre: Comedy, Drama Rating: PG 13 for brief drug content
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Community Association Volunteers in 2016 BOARD OF DIRECTORS David Floyd, President Sam Sudman, Vice President Joe Elam, Secretary Neil Rothfeld, Treasurer Ernie Addison Marilyn Coté-Miller Helen Lewis John Luper Jim Schwartz
BUDGET COMMITTEE Ed Barnes, Chair Bob Deutel Gene Morris
CONSUMER AFFAIRS COMMITTEE Joe Elam, Chair Jim Schwartz
ELECTIONS COMMITTEE Shelba Fields, Chair Rachel Bancroft Jim & Joellen Benken Barbara Biddle Jim & Kathy Bittman Sheila Borchert Collins, Norma Lori Collom Paul & Eileen Courter Mary “Jean” Cox Eleanor Folley Priscilla Gruber Hall, Harriet Stan & Karen Kesler Uta Kuhn Dawn Luckett Mary Moquin Ray & Donna O’Karma Carol Oschman Myrna Persinger Maggie Pliska Judy Pyle Kyle & Betty Rollins Janice Spitz Rita Tibbets Patricia Totten Barbara Walker Jean Wheat Henrietta Zahrobsky
GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
Bob Shangraw, Co-Chair Don Nathan, Co-Chair Sam Sudman
HISTORY SOCIETY John Bowker, Chair Marilyn Bode Diane Buhr Marilyn Coté-Miller Dee Kelly George Lott Cathy Meyerhoff Jack Morton Susan Muise Nancy Sanchez Stevi Schermond Rusty Seiden Maryann Volk
HOSPITALITY COMMITTEE
Janet Ditmore, Chair
COMMUNITY INFORMATION CENTER Janet Ditmore, Chair Jerry & Gert Affayroux Dick and Dee Babbits Corrine Bailiff Dave Bartku Donna Bastianelli Dolores Berens John and Linda Bowker
Norine Brinck Elaine Brulport Diane Buhr Judy Bullock Linda Clapp Nancy Cottrell Carol Croll Roz Cruthis Gene DeLawter Nancy DeWilde Annette Dispenziere Elaine Dow Mae-Ellen Dowdy Tom Fallon Ann Funicello Lori Germain Barbara Gingrich Judy Hackett Elysa Hendricks Lloyd & Doris Hersey Phyllis Hodges Judy Hokanson Doris Howard Rose Huggard Dee Kelly Joyce Kline Mary Klopp Ernie & Dorothy Kociban Kathie Koren Betsy Korn Pat Kuzmik Uta Kuhn Phyllis Laufer Barbara Lewis Brigitt Lewis Valerie Liotta Vinnie LoRusso George Lott Betty Mack Elmer J. Mack Ron Matelski Pete Mathieu Anne McGervey Phyllis McGrath Russ & Ilona Merritt Marcia Mooney Claire and George Mutti Bobbie Nauck Charles Nichols Carmen O’Kane Donna O’Karma Clifford Oldham Eldon Peck Richard Pelchat Jackie Potts Jeffrey Rein Laura Reuterfors Ginny Rottman Marsha Russell Monica Schofield Carole Scoble Carol Selby Bob Sullivan Margaret Vaske Bonnie Vinciguerra Bob Volpe Nancy Von Eper Sandy Wahler Vicki Waller Elaine Wardlow Janet Warren Joyce Wellman Bill Wood Carol Zeller
HI NEIGHBOR
Janet Ditmore, Chair Gert & Jerry Affayroux Elaine Bagley John & Linda Bowker Frank & Peggy Hein Dorothy Kociban Steve Koren Uta Kuhn
Valerie Liotta Ron Matelski Jackie Potts Garry Smith Bob Sullivan Margaret Vaske Bonnie Vinciguerra Carol Zeller
ENTERTAINMENT COMMITTEE
Joanne Baskinger Rose Ciaravalo Larry & Barbara Henbest Sandy Kepley Margaret Kuss Marvin & Ilene Lent Lorraine McDaniel John & Janet McRee Susan Muise Nancy Schueftan Melba Verzino
FITNESS CENTER COMMITTEE
Ernie Kociban, Chair Jim Blackstone Kevin Burke Linda Cannistra Kathy Panzer
PUBLIC RELATIONS & COMMUNICATIONS Ernie Addison, Chair Ed Barnes Renee Bray Marilyn Cote-Miller Joe Elam
CO-AP MEETINGS Howie Griffin, Chair
RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS COMMITTEE
Paul Wheat, Chair Chester Ferguson, Notary Dolores Whitfield, Notary
THE PROJECTS OFFICE (TPO) John Luper, Chair
FLORIDA FRIENDLY MEDIANS Ed Barnes, Chair Teri Brockway Joe Elam Howie Griffin John Luper Ron Pelton Tom Schmitt Sam Sudman
GRANT PARTICIPANTS FOR MEDIANS Antibes POA Azalea Trace POA Caloosa Creek I POA Caloosa Lakes POA Club Manor POA Cypress Landings Laurel Woods POA Magnolia Lakes POA Waterford Ridge POA Unit I POA
LONG RANGE PLANNING COMMITTEE Jim Schwartz, Chair
NORTH LAKES GOLF COURSE COMMITTEE Ed Barnes, Chair Ernie Addison Bob Black Jim Duffy John Luper Tom Schmitt Marilyn Schramm
Sam Sudman
LIBRARY
Rose Ainslie Leslie Anderson Margie Baker Sharon Baker Jean Beardsley Eileen Bishop Sheila Borchert Marge Brown Carol Burns Bobbie Carroll Debra Chernock Rose Ann Denton Sally Dittman Helen Faden Mary Ellen Ginnetti Linda Hansen Barbara Henbest Judy Herreweyers Charlene Hollars Betty Jones Rosalie Kelleher Sharon Kennedy Mary Kroner Pat Kuzmik Inge Laucks Elinor Lennox Elmer Leverett Angela Lewit Barbara Longo Donna Machmer Susan McBride Marcia McKee Evelyn McLean Sally McLeish Ann Miller Mary Mosby Claire Mutti Eileen Myers Bill Pappmeier Solange Rangel Darlene Rapnikas Shirley Rigsby Velma Roberts Mary Robinson Patty Smith Claudia Tritabaugh Norma Tuthill Ann Weber Lanna Wheatley Jennette White James Windle Marjorie Wing Kathy Woelfel
MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY
John & Linda Bowker Brigitt Lewis Tom Schmitt Dee Williams
NEWS OF SCC
Reporters: Uta Kuhn Kai Rambow Paula Lickfeldt Diane Loeffler Ilona Merritt Contributors: Agnes Baker John & Linda Bowker Peggy Burgess Debbie Caneen Gary Higgins Michelle Jolly Frank Kepley Photographer: Calvin Johnson
CAMPUS DECORATING & WEB SITE
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Donations to the Community Association from Members in 2016 (thru 12/14/2006 ) Thank you all from the Board of Directors A, B, C
Ahearn, Maurice & Janice Armstrong, John & Elaine Bassette, Beverly Benford, Robert & Lee Bergstrom, Gerald Boyd, Vivian Brock, Peter & Rose Brogden, Judith Brown, Judith Buchanan, Beatrice Bukowski, John & Barbara Burns, Leonard Callay, Brigitte Cantrell, Ed Chordas, David & Judy Clapp, Mr. & Mrs. Richard Coleman, Gertrude Conway, Portia Cori, Robert & Joan Cronn, Alice
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Daane, Gail Davis, Paul & Elaine Delaney, John Dieden, Robert & Cornelia
Dowdy, Edward & Mae-Ellen Engle, Shirley Fitzpatrick, Mary Foley, William & Eleanor Frercks, Elizabeth Friedenreich, Harry & Carole
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Genevie, Syble Gremlitz, Walter Hall, George & Harriet Hall, Michael & JoAnne Hamm, Alfred & Dolores Hammaker, Ron Hardy, Richard & Sarah Hawkins, Virginia Hill, Robert & Mable Hiller, Margaret
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Johnston, Virginia Karpinski, Cheryl Kester, Robert & Irene Laird, Ann Landers, Larry Levine, Arthur & Bernice Lincicome, Robert & Jane Lombardi, Paul & Margaret
LoRusso, Vincent & Frances Lott, George Lutz, Charles & Jennifer
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Mahoney, Jerry & Kathleen Mason, Roy Mercer, George Miesionczek, Edward & Margrit Miller, Michael & Janet Mohl, David Morrison, Rita Muise, Susan Murry, Warren Narten, Susan Odell, William
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Pabst, Irene Porter, Barbara Ransbury, David & Karen Ris, Richard & Deborah Robinson, Mary
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Schueren, Ethel Seiden, Carl & Clara Shangraw, Robert
Sobel, Robert & Bonnie Sola, Patricia Spencer, James & Nancy Sudman, Sam & Joanne Treadwell, Anthony & Pamela Tuthill, Dallas & Norma Van Gelder, Donald & Carrie Vesche, Nick & Dolores
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Weeks, Jo Ann Weisman, David & Rose Weisner, Robert & Alice Weissner, mr. and mrs Weitzman, Charles & Adele Werle, Gerard & Barbara Wick, Gerald & Mary Worth, Barbara Wyrick, Donald
DONATIONS TO THE LIBRARY IN MEMORY OF: The Joan DiGangi Trust - $10,000 The O’Neil Family Trust - $35,000
Community Association Volunteers in 2016 Continued from 8.
DECORATION OF CHRISTMAS TREE IN FLORIDA ROOM & CLUB TREE IN ATRIUM Susan Muise, Chair Doni Doty
RECORDS RETENTION PROGRAM Tom Schmitt
TV IN THE ATRIUM Bill Hodges Phyllis Hodges Andy Le Doux
FUN FEST - March, 2016 Howie Griffin, Chair Elaine Armstrong Joanne Baskinger Dave Birkett Norma Collins Fred Fiedler Bill & Phyllis Hodges Mike Kent Helen Lewis Lynn Murphy Hud Richard Jim Schwartz Roxann Seeley Richard Sochon
4th OF JULY CELEBRATION
Members of the Holiday Club
GOLF CART PARADE COMMITTEE Pete Mathieu, Chair Lena Bell Dorothy Cesarini Roger & Ursula Clark Gerry Harding Uta Kuhn Chris & Vicki Robinson Karen Ryan Rick Sochon Carol Vogt Marge Weber
Tina Schwartz Garry Smith Bob Sullivan Robin Watt Members of CERT Members of the Emergency Squad Members of the Radio Club Members of the Security Patrol
MONDAY MOVIES Linda Clapp, Chair Barbara Lewis Patti White
HOLIDAY BREAKFASTS Sam & Joanne Sudman, Co-Chairs Ernie & Ginger Addison Barb Adelman Jerry & Gert Affayroux Al & Martha Alderman Bruce & Joan Andersen Linda Anderson Rose Ausburn Marjorie Baker Steve Bartlett Joanne Baskinger Matt & Sue Batt Harvey & Lois Berman Bob Black Jim & Bunny Blackstone Geraldine Bois Kay Bogart Alice Boose John & Linda Bowker Mary Boyes Paul & JoEllen Bromberg Gerry Brown Vivian Brown Lannie Cardwell Sue Childress Jim Clarke Charlie Collins Marilyn Cote-Miller Paul & Eileen Courter Lenny Crooks Roger Daft Pam Davis
Kris Dierks Joan Diettel Janet Ditmore Marcia Doscher Ed & Mae Ellen Dowdy Joe Elam Mark Erickson Mel & Marcia Fader Dave & Phyllis Fitzgerald David & Julie Floyd Bruce & Cricket Fraser Barbara Gaines Dana & Linda Galm Lori Germain Dick & Barbara Gingrich Linda Grabowski Glen & Micki Groper Trudy Haller Gerry Harding Doug & Edie Hazleton Vern & Elysa Hendricks Phyllis Hodges Marlene Hollander Mary Huntington Stan Juczak Dave Keifer Dee Kelly Joanne Kerr Paulette Kinchan Harold & Joyce Kline Ernie & Dorothy Kociban Uta Kuhn Marcia Lederberg Paul Letendre Jerome Levy Brigitt Lewis Helen Lewis John & Linda Luper Don & Sue Lynch Tara Mahabir Majcher, Dick & Gail Jerry & Wendy Marcotte Dick Marshall Marsha Marshall Suzanne McFadyen Carl & Cam McGary Linda McGee Ann McGervey
Bob Miller Dolores Miller Mary Mosby Linda Mostov Jim Moyers Susan Muise George & Claire Mutti Joe & Fran O’Brien Dave & Barb O’Donnell Frank & Linda Oddo Kai Rambow Flavia Robertson Irene Rogers Janice Rousseau Nan Ryan Mitch Sackson David & Deya Schierenbeck Pete Schissel Dick & Peggy Seagrave Bob Shangraw Jesse & Nancy Shrom Don & Connie Smith Jan Spitz Terry & Norma Street Jim & Tina Schwartz John Sherburne Bob Sullivan David & Nola Swaim Michelle Thibault Kathy Thomas Kay Todd David & Pat Totten Bob Trivus Heather Newman-Trivus Evelyn Turner Phil & Margaret Vaske Del Vecchio Gail Walker Paul & Carol Ward Janet Warren Marge Weber Dolores Whiteside John Wilkens Jim & Diann Williard Bill & Cindy Wood Michael Young Bill & Carol Zeller Sam & Sandy Zians
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Holiday Season Infused with Plenty of Cheer
Avid photographer, Andy Ledoux, capturing memorable moments.
Cam McGary, volunteer, serving coffee – and impressively not getting a drop on her holiday vest.
“Pinch hitter,” Jim Clarke, standing by to make extra pancakes if needed.
Just a few of the ceramic Christmas trees, many with working lights.
Longtime Weavers member, Vivian King, has participated in every holiday walk.
The Sawdust Engineers converted working tables into display tables to showcase their wide variety of gifts available. Toys for kids are very popular.
Once again the Organ club provided music.
Creative ornaments at the Shellcrafters club.
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Holiday Golf Cart Parade and WinterFest 2016 By Diane M. Loeffler Sun City Center and Kings Point residents and their guests lined the streets for the 2016 Holiday Golf Cart Parade. The theme, Our Florida Winter Wonderland, was displayed in the nearly sixty decorated golf carts. The parade also included vehicles carrying Grand Marshall Doris Ragland, Deputy Merry, elected officials, Security Squad, Emergency Medical Services and others. The grand finale of the parade was a gorgeous white carriage carrying Father Christmas (Chamber of Commerce member, Todd Smith), Mrs. Christmas (Chamber President, Dana Dittmar),
Amateur radio members Rick Sochon and Kay Adkin and eleven others volunteered their time before and during the parade.
Todd Smith and Dana Ditmar portrayed Father and Mrs. Christmas. Top fund raiser, Connie Huber, was Honorary Mayor of Sun City Center. Sun City Center resident, David Duharmer, drove the carriage.
Officer Steve Favor was one of fourteen officers who ensured that the parade went smoothly.
elves and the honorary Sun City Center Mayor, Connie Huber. Huber earned this honor by raising the most money. Half of what she raised went to the local chamber and the other half to CARE, an organization that rescues pets and finds them adoptive homes. Some carts displayed the decorations typically associated with Christmas: Santa, snowmen, reindeer, ornaments and Christmas trees. Some showcased
large flip-flops, palm trees, sun, sea shells and beachy features. Others were a combination of both or had their own unique twist on the theme. Candy, bouncing balls, and beads were tossed to the crowd of residents and their guests who came from all over. One, Melanie Kernodle, lives in Paris, France and was here visiting Annette and Mikel Rawlinson in Kings Point. Even Mother Nature followed the
holiday theme, giving us a one-day ‘cold spell’ with temperatures in the fifties. This gave attendees the opportunity to dig out those sweatshirts that are usually packed away for trips to see northern family and friends. Holiday Golf Cart Parade chair, Pete Mathieu said the Golf Cart / WinterFest Committee started meeting in April to organize the event. He was there with Committee members and other volunteers to register the parade participants as they arrived. Eighteen CERT volunteers and thirteen Amateur Radio Club members were
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Fantastic Bargains at Nearly New Equals Great Community Deeds
By Kai Rambow “No one would remember the Good Samaritan if he’d only had good intentions;” observed former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, “he had money as well.” In 1971 members from several churches here smartly created a self-sustaining organization to “benefit the lives of individuals and organizations within the South Shore community.” The result: fantastic bargains for us and great deeds for the community. We’ll get to the bargains in a moment. Let’s take a look at a recent grant and its impact. Cypress Creek Elementary recently received a grant to buy tablets. Fifty tablets with stands will soon be used by 240 students out of 800 each day. In lessons led by teachers, students access educational websites to study, research and complete assignments. Education budget constraints make it difficult for schools to have the latest equipment. Since technology is so important, it is critical that students not be left behind in knowing how to use electronic resources and tools. Instead of using a mishmash of handme-down electronics, a sizeable number of students will be able to use the same tools with the latest features.
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Moments after opening eager shoppers head straight for the designer clothing racks.
Sur prisingly, many residents d o n’ t k n o w about the Nearly Our own reporter, New shop and Paula Lickfeldt, participating in the the Interfaith designer labels only, Council. Jane Nearly New fashion Trefren, current show. President Nearly
New shared, “We benefit the community in more ways than people can imagine. Many of our customers buy almost everything here. They donate, buy and appreciate what we do.” For example, in the last few months the following organizations received grants: Emergency Squad, Samaritan Services, Hospice, American Legion, Southeast
Guide Dogs, Our Lady of Guadalupe Food Pantry, and two local schools. In addition, 78 students have received scholarships last year. How Does It Work The Nearly New Shop takes in donations, sorts and readies items for sale. Twice a week for a few hours you can shop there. You can find nearly new clothing, shoes, housewares, linens, crafts, appliances, furniture, medical apparatus, wheelchairs, walkers, and everything you’d find in a garage. You can also be surprised to find golf clubs, quality shoes, brand name clothing, collectibles, high end purses, and almost every imaginable electric gadget and cord. How good are the items offered for sale? A fashion show was recently held at one of the churches. Attended by an enthusiastic crowd, a number of women did a runway walk showing their designer, brand-name outfits purchased at rock bottom prices. About 25 percent had never shopped at Nearly New and received an eye-popping introduction to what’s available at Nearly New. Everything is run by volunteers, so the prices are incredible. “The thrift store gives us the ability to fund grants and scholarships,” notes Trefren.
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The Editor’s Corner
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By E. Adam Porter Editor in Chief, News of Sun City Center New Year’s is supposed to be a time of new beginnings, resolutions, promises and a collection of Reasons Why we’re going to do (or not do) things we know we should (or shouldn’t). It crosses my mind every year, and I find myself picturing one aspect of my life or another in a different – hopefully, better – way. I think about what I should do to turn that picture into reality. Sometimes, I do some of that, Sometimes a little bit more … often, a little bit less. Regardless of my yearto-year Resolution Report Card, I think I’ve outgrown the impulse to make those promises, even to myself. Beyond that, sometimes, when I think about resolutions, my mind wanders to a particular Presidential piece of furniture. The Resolute Desk, carved from the wood of a scuttled British ship and gifted to President Rutherford Hayes way back in 1880, has been a part of the President’s décor and workaday world for more than a century. Sometimes housed in the Oval Office and sometimes in the Treaty
Room or in the President’s private study at the Residence, this desk has come to symbolize the American Presidency and to help define the current Occupant of that office. FDR commissioned a modesty panel to obscure his leg braces. Roosevelt passed before the work was complete, but Truman liked the design, so he had it installed. You may recall the iconic photo of JFK working at the desk while young John-John peeks through that very panel. Speaking of Kennedy, he had an interesting paperweight on that desk, easily one of a kind. As a PT boat commander in World War II, he and his crew were stranded in the Solomon Islands. Kennedy carved an SOS message in a coconut shell and commissioned two natives to deliver it to Rendova. After his rescue, Kennedy had the coconut turned into a paperweight, which served as both a reminder and a unique conversation piece on the Resolute Desk. Truman’s Presidency was also defined, in part, by what he kept on the Resolute Desk. Remember his “the buck stops here” plaque? That idea found its way into many of Truman’s speeches,
Nearly from 1. “The volunteers’ tremendous work and de dic at ion make it all possible.” Vo l u n t e e r s originally came f r o m t h e n i n e Irma Houlihan, houses of worship, a very charming which are a part 101, volunteered at of the Interfaith Nearly New for over Council. A 30 years. testament to the wonderful work is that many volunteers today are members of the community who’ve seen and experienced the dedicated work from Nearly New and The Interfaith Council. Nearly New’s twin, the Interfaith C ouncil, handles the grant and scholarship applications. While students can apply for and be awarded a scholarship four years in a row, other organizations receive grants based on the need(s) outlined in the application. Adventurous Beginnings “At the original location in Wimauma,” recalls Irma Houlihan, “we’d head out early in the morning, which was a challenge because it would still be dark. We didn’t have as many volunteers, so we did it all: taking in donations, sorting them and selling them.” Houlihan volunteered for 31 years from 1984 to 2015. A fall breaking her femur put an end to volunteer days. Her daughter, who lives next door helps her. Soon to be 102, Houlihan is still active. She does 30 minutes of swim exercise every day, plays bridge twice a week and has a very firm handshake. She recounts
Volunteers arrive early to set up. Major appliances need to be moved out for display.
including his farewell address in 1953, when he laid it out there as plain as it could be: “The President, whoever he is, has to decide. He can’t pass the buck to anybody. No one else can do the deciding for him. That’s his job.” Is there any better name then, for the desk at which the President often works, thinks and … decides … than “Resolute”? That’s not why it was named, but it sure is an interesting coincidence. I like the idea of a “Resolute Desk”. It conveys a kind of intention, a way of approaching whatever work you plan to do at that desk. I’d like to think I could borrow a bit of that resolution for my own desk. With current technology, we’re able to be much more mobile in our work than Presidents Truman and Kennedy could ever hope to be, but the idea of having a Place of Decision still applies. Most of us are not making decisions of the Presidential variety, but those we do make still matter as much to our day-today lives. Maybe more. So, borrowing a bit of that “buck stops here” sense of responsibility from Truman and that connection to the past from Kennedy, we can create our own place of decision. Might be the kitchen table, the golf course or, in my case, the porch swing
overlooking the river or back home on the beaches of AMI. But decision is not enough. It’s one thing to be “resolved” to do something. Quite another to have what you need to make the best possible decision. That’s one of the reasons why, in addition to all the club news and events we publish every month, the News of Sun City Center offers information on local events, seminars and educational opportunities covering everything from computer use to medical support to crime prevention and a myriad of tips that help folks enjoy a better quality of life here in Greater SCC. The quality of any decision is always influenced by the quality of the information. So, if you know of something good going on in the community folks should know about, drop us a line and let us know. We’d love to help get the word out. And, if you’re interested in helping get that word out on a more regular basis, and you think you might be interested in writing for this fine local news and events publication, drop me a line at “editor@newsofsuncitycenter.com”. Put “Join the Team” in the subject line. Happy New Year!
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everything with humble charm. “It was quite an experience. The building was surrounded by fields. We had several break-ins; they would cut holes in the building. Every once in while the neighbor’s chickens would walk through. They were right at home.” “When the Treasurer read the report, it blew my mind. I knew we did good, but I didn’t realize how much. I’d like to invest in the place. I think we do better than private enterprise.” When asked what she most enjoyed, Houlihan responded, “You meet the loveliest people. Even though it’s been a few years since I volunteered, I’m recognized all over the place. People remember me from Nearly New.” Important Note: Nearly New and the Interfaith Council support a wide range of community needs, not club activities. Nearly New is located at the back of Sun City Plaza. From the Emergency Squad building, drive straight, through the alley to the back. Donations can be made from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The shop is open for shopping Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon.
Thanks to Nearly New / Interfaith Council 240 students a day, out of 800, will soon be using tablets as part of their learning.
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Holiday from 1. there to assist the 14 police officers in making sure that the parade went smoothly. Individual winners were Theresa Zimmerman, Les Raba, Elaine Mix, Mike and Suzie Keltz and Todd and Bell Wizelman. Group winners were The Irish Connection, the Clogging Group and Club Renaissance. The Business Winner was Sun Radio. A crowd gathered around the gazebo where prizes were awarded to the winners and gifts given to those whose tickets were drawn. As temperatures rose to the low seventies, the holiday celebration continued with a WinterFest in the area between the Atrium and the Rollins Theater. Vendors sold a variety of items, many of them perfect for Christmas presents. Three food trucks and a BBQ stand ensured that no one was hungry. A photo booth with holiday props took instant pictures of anyone who wanted
Eighteen CERT members including Henry Schutz volunteered their assistance during the parade.
that keepsake for the day. Nearby, artists sketched portraits while a live band entertained guests. The next community-wide celebration will be Fun Fest on March 18. Mark your calendars for another fun event.
Many residents brought guests along to the parade. Sun City resident Pat Seggerman (third from left) watches the parade along with grandsons Vaughn and Remy McElroy and their father Rob McElroy. The McElroys live in Missouri.
The committee helped check in carts for the parade. Pictured (left to right) are Bob Sullivan, Patricia Sullivan, Lena Bell, Garry Smith and Pete Mathieu Chair.
Kings Point residents, the Rawlinsons, celebrated the day with relatives. Front row (left to right) Laura Kernodle, Warsaw Indiana; Melanie Kernodle, Paris, France; Lynae Baugh, Sun City Center and C. W. Baugh, Sun City Center. Middle Row: Rob Kernodle, Warsaw, Indiana, Annette Rawlinson, Kings Point. Back Row (golf cart): Betty Brounley, Palm Harbor, Florida and Mikel Rawlinson, Sun City Center. Melanie Kernodle returned to France the next day.
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Deputy Merry Welcomes Consumer Science Specialist for Monthly Meeting
By Deputy Jeffery E. Merry, Hillsborough County Sheriff ’s Office This January I am bringing a Consumer Science Specialist with Hillsborough County to discuss the free services they provide to our residents. Tuesday, January 10, 2017, 10 a.m. The Caper Room, Sun City Center Community Association Atrium 945 N. Course Lane, Sun City Center, FL 33573 Tuesday, January 10, 2017, 1 p.m. Ripple Room, Kings Point Community 1900 Clubhouse Drive, Sun City Center, FL 33573 Tuesday, January 17, 2017, 11 a.m. Freedom Auditorium, Freedom Plaza 1010 American Eagle Blvd, Sun City Center, FL 33573 Wednesday, January 18, 2017, 3 p.m. American Momentum Bank 131 S. Pebble Beach Blvd, Sun City Center, FL 33573
Irish Connection Movie Night
January Meeting Announcement
The first meeting in 2017 of the South Shore Democratic Club is to be held on Thursday, January 12 at the South Shore Regional Library,15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin. Meet ‘n Greet with refreshments 1 p.m.; Meeting begins promptly at 1:30 p.m. An advocate from the Hillsborough County Guardian ad Litem Program will be our speaker. All Democrats and likeminded individuals are invited and encouraged to attend this free event. Please visit and Like our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/SSDEMCLUB for more information.
Cuba – An Island of Contradictions
Community Church College Wednesday January 18, 2017, 10 – 11:30 a.m. at SouthShore United Church of Christ 1501 La Jolla Avenue, Sun City Center. The discussion will include Spanish Epoch: 1492-1898, Economics of Cuba, US Epoch: 1898-1958, Future of US – Cuba relations, Castro Epoch: 1959 to present, as well as a Q&A Speaker Rudy Fernandez. Rudy has made four trips to Cuba to bring medical supplies to the church where his great-grandmother was baptized. Refreshments will be offered (free-will offering) The opinions of the speaker do not necessarily represent the positions of the Community Church College or the SouthShore United Church of Christ.
Monday, Jan. 9 at 6:30 PM Feature: Unfinished Song, starring Terence Stamp and Vanessa Redgrave. Arthur, a curmudgeon old soul, honors his recently deceased wife’s passion for performing by joining an unconventional local choir to which she used to belong. A heartwarming tale of self-discovery. A combination comedy, musical, drama. All SCC invited. Closed captions available.
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Christmas Gala
TOPS Chapter 0407, Sun City Center, held it’s annual Christmas Gala Monday, December 12 in the Kings Point Banquet Room. Entertainment was provided by Taylor and Taylor. Attendees donated toys that were delivered the next day to the Shriners for delivery to children up to age eighteen. Shown in the pictures are the gifts and chapter leader Jo Moses. The chapter meets each Thursday at 9 a.m. in the Kings Point North Clubhouse Social Room. If you are interested in attending call Jo Moses at 813-633-2505.
CAHT Offers Course On Recognizing Human Trafficking
The Campaign Against Human Trafficking (CAHT) – SouthShore, is proud to host two 4-hour courses on Wednesday, January 11, to help the community and police recognize and deal with the Human Trafficking problem in our area. Both courses are sponsored by the Florida Regional Community Policing Institute, part of St. Petersburg College’s Center for Public Safety Innovation and will be held at The United Methodist Church in Sun City Center. “The Many Faces of Human Trafficking”, 8 -12 noon, is geared to the general public to acquaint them with the concepts of human trafficking. The primary focus of the course is to provide an understanding of the origins, methods of operation, and indicators of trafficking along with an understanding of the unique victimization process. An emphasis will be placed on the importance of building alliances and coalitions as part of a coordinated community response to human trafficking using case studies as examples. “Introduction to Human Trafficking”, 1 – 5 p.m., focuses on an overview of best practices for investigating cases, legal remedies for trafficking victims, and interviewing victims. Special attention is focused on human trafficking being a victim-centered crime and the importance of caring for the victim. This course is for law enforcement and victim services only. The United Methodist Church of Sun City Center is located at 1210 W. Del Webb Blvd., Sun City Center, 33573. Registration Information: To register for the “The Many Faces of Human Trafficking” training, go to: https:// web.spcollege.edu/survey/22587 To register for the “Introduction to Human Trafficking” training, go to: https:// web.spcollege.edu/survey/22588 For questions about these trainings, contact Laura Heisler at 727-341-4437.
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SCC Charitable Foundation Donates to CA
Dallas Tuthill, director for the SCC Charitable Foundation, Inc. presents a check to Community Association President David Floyd, to cover the purchase of two new television monitors displaying videos of our veterans and community events in the Atrium Building. Bill Hodges (R) who manages the Veterans Photo Project and Walt Cawein (L) president of the SCC Charitable Foundation look on.
Ohio Club Party, Saturday February 4, 2017
The Ohio Club is having a party on Saturday, February 4 at the Florida Room at 5:30 p.m. with dinner and excellent new entertainment for Sun City Center featuring great music and dancing. Dinner will be provided with a full Buffet dinner by Banquet Masters which will include the entrees: carved steamship round of beef, chicken marsala, and salmon with almonds along with oven roasted red bliss potatoes, and a vegetable du jour. There will be a dessert bar of assorted cakes, and salad bar! Decaf coffee, iced tea and ice water will also be provided. This is a BYOB event. The special entertainment will be Taylor and Taylor. This duo has performed all over the Bradenton, Sarasota and surrounding areas with their blend of pop, rock, contemporary, and country music! Taylor and Taylor has developed a large following who enjoys listening and dancing to their music, and you are sure to enjoy them. The cost is $21 for each member and $24 for guests. Please make your reservations early as space is limited and no later than by Tuesday, January 21. Make your reservation by getting your check made out to the “Ohio Club” to Marianne Turman (634-7770) at 1954 Wolf Laurel. Checks made be dropped into the Ohio Club mailbox on the front porch. Tables of eight may be reserved with full payment and the names of those to be sitting at the table. For more information about the Ohio Club, call Jim Rottman (205-6949), Carol Dyer (614 519-5876, Chuck Dyer (614 581-6295, Valerie Graves (614 582-6845, or Marianne Turman (634-7770).
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Male Call For Prostate Health
Sponsored by the Men’s Club of Sun City Center will host the next meeting Monday, January 9th 2017, 2 PM at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb Blvd., West. Our speaker will be Dr. Samuel G. Smith (ret). Dr. Smith will speak on “The Journey thru Prostate Cancer”. As Prostate Cancer is frequently a couple’s disease, it is suggested that spouses and/or partners attend as well as physicians. Refreshments will be served. For questions contact Sam Smith (813746-1989) or Robert Sullivan (813-215-7050).
AAUW Meeting
The SCC/South Shore Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) will begin the new year with an informative presentation by Janet Smith, president of Haven of Hope, a non-profit ministry serving women in southern Hillsborough County who have been recently released from Florida prisons. The ministry’s first residence opened a year ago, serves up to five women at a time, and provides practical help with life skills as they seek employment, a major step in successfully transitioning back into society. Join AAUW for this inspiring program on January 14 in the Florida Room. The meeting will begin with social time at 10:30; business meeting at 11:15; and lunch at 12 noon, followed by the program. Contact Margie Castiglia, 633-8253, for reservations.
Five Wishes: A Seminar On Advance Directives
The public is invited to a free one-hour educational session on “Five Wishes,” described by Wikipedia as a “U.S. advance directive,” as created by Aging with Dignity, a nonprofit organization. It will be held at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church in Sun City Center at 1 p.m. on Thursday, January 19. Jean Hogan will moderate. The five wishes of the title pertain to an aging person’s life options, as follows: 1) Who should make decisions for me when I cannot? 2) What kind of medical treatment do I want, or not want? 3) How comfortable do I want to be if I know I’m not going to get better? 4) How do I want people to treat me? 5) What do I want my loved ones to know? Many find starting this sort of conversation with family members to be daunting. For this reason Ms. Hogan will provide legal forms whereby attendees can express their five wishes in a non-confrontational manner. This will make it easier for attendees to “have the talk.” Call the church office at 813-634-1252 to make a reservation. St. Andrew is located at 1239 Del Webb Blvd. West.
Custom-Built Pickup Has Heart of a Racer
When Jim Newberry built his 1954 Chevrolet 3100 in his Ruskin fabrication shop, he gave it the heart of a race car. The custom-crafted pickup rides on the chassis of a late-model racer he built to win several championships at East Bay Raceway. Jim integrated several unique features of his own design, including a tempered glass panel in the pickup bed to show the running gear, a custom roll pan and a tiger-eye maple dashboard. Finished in a striking “Get-Em Green,” it was honored as a top pick at the Sun City Center Roamin’ Oldies Car Club’s annual December Christmas benefit show. Jim regularly drives the truck, powered by a modified 350 GM V8 engine coupled to an automatic transmission, to events throughout Florida and the Southeastern U.S. The Roamin’ Oldies host a cruise-in from 6 to 9 p.m. the first Thursday of every month in the Apollo Beach Winn-Dixie Plaza on US-41, with a rain date the following Thursday. About 100 of the area’s finest antique and collectible cars often take part, accompanied by classic oldies music played by DJ Joey Ferrante. Event sponsors include Thompson’s Auto Parts and Hagerty Classic Car Insurance. For information, call Chet at 813-842-1511.
Women’s Club Donates to Migrant Families
Shown are the many Sun City Center Woman’s Club members who donated gifts to the migrant farmworkers’ children in Wimauma at the club’s holiday party. This is one of the many service projects of the club. For information on membership, call Membership Chairs Pat Huisinga at 815-275-0001 or Mary Legrand at 314378-4613.
Michigan Club Sno-Ball Dinner Dance Gala
The Michigan Club is excited to announce that preparations are in full swing for its annual Sno-Ball dinner dance gala. This popular and elegant party will be held on Saturday evening, January 28, in the Veterans Theater at Kings Point, which will be transformed into a sparkling Winter Wonderland. Festivities will begin with Social hour at 5 p.m., followed by a sumptuous catered sit-down dinner. Live music will enhance your dancing pleasure. Tickets for BYOB event are on sale at the Michigan Club table in the corner of the Kings Point North Clubhouse lobby every Tuesday morning from 9 to noon, $30 for members and $35 for nonmembers. They sell out fast, so don’t miss your chance to attend one of the most anticipated events of the New Year. You do not have to have ties to the state to attend. Anyone from Sun City Center and the surrounding is invited to join us for this very special evening of fine dining and dancing. Reserve your seats now, before it is too late. For more information, you may contact Paul at 634-8506.
Free Movie Event
The Campaign Against Human Trafficking (CAHT) – SouthShore works to bring attention to the horrific crime of human trafficking through many avenues. One of those is the annual showing of a movie related to human trafficking. The 2017 movie is 8 DAYS and will be shown on Monday, January 9, at 1 p.m. in the Florida Room of the Sun City Center Atrium. 8 DAYS is inspired by true events. It is the story of a 16-year-old girl who goes missing after sneaking out to a party with her friends and is ultimately forced into the world of sex trafficking. Not only her family, but the entire community fight to get her back. To help increase awareness of human trafficking, special agents from Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) participated in making this film. HSI fully supports its anti-human trafficking message. Americans have unwittingly given into an unspoken lie that sex trafficking is only a problem in other countries. How could something so horrific be happening right under our noses? Could it be our own denial of the problem? 8 DAYS looks to expose audiences to the truth about human trafficking in our own communities. CAHT invites you to take this opportunity to recognize the human trafficking problem. Both the movie and the popcorn are complimentary. Registration is not required. Please join us on Monday, January 9, 1 p.m. in the Florida Room of the Sun City Center Atrium.
SCC International Forum Program on Panama Canal
On Friday, January 6, 2017, the International Forum of Sun City Center will sponsor a program on “The History and Rebirth of the Panama Canal”. The program will be presented by Abraham E. (Tony) Espino, a native of Panama who worked over 20 years for the Panama Canal organization. The presentation will cover: 1. History of the canal to the present 2. Description of the canal operation 3. Description of the recently completed Canal Expansion project 4. How the Canal is financed 5. Impact of the Canal on US Ports & World Shipping The program will be held in the Florida Room in the Atrium of Sun City Center’s main campus on North Pebble Beach Blvd. from 9:30-11:30. Residents of Sun City Center, Kings Points and their guests are welcome. Non-resident guests need have a CA guest card. A guest card can be obtained by a CA member at the Community Association office at 1009 North Pebble Beach Boulevard.
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SouthShore Democrats Welcomed Col. James Fletcher (Ret)
Retired Colonel James Fletcher of the Hillsborough Co Veterans Treatment Court spoke at the South Shore Democratic Club December meeting in Ruskin. Please visit and Like our Facebook page at www. facebook.com/SSDEMCLUB for more information on the club and upcoming Club President, Robert Price with Retired Colonel James Fletcher. meetings and events.
Wisconsin Club Potluck/Annual Meeting
The Wisconsin Club of SCC will hold their annual potluck on Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at Community Hall in SCC. Doors will open at 5 p.m. and close promptly at 5:30, so please be on time. Main course will be fried chicken and cost is $6 per person. BYOB. Coffee, water, table service and dessert provided. Please bring a side dish to share which generously serves 12 people. No rolls/bread/desserts please. Checks only to The Wisconsin Club, mailed to Hede Horne, Treasurer, 1226 Caloosa Creek Ct., SCC, 33573. Deadline for reservations will be Friday, January 6, 2017. No cash/walk-ins will be accepted at the door. Reservations for tables of eight in the same envelope please. This event is always well attended, so you will want to get your reservations in early. You can view past events at the web site at www.2ezwebdesign.com/WisClub. There will be a White Elephant Raffle due to popular demand. No food items! Please bring a new or nearly new, unwrapped item you can live without. For each item brought, you will receive five tickets to use for the raffle. Maximum one item per person/couple. If you don’t bring something, you can still participate by buying six tickets for $5. We will also be offering Care and Share. This will be our annual meeting. You must bring your SCC/KP ID. We will discuss our new club bylaws required/approved by the SCC CA Board. We will vote on a slate of officers who will serve two-year terms. Separate emails on these topics will be sent to club members of record. Questions about this event can be directed to Janice Decaluwe, acting President, motherzz2002@yahoo.com; Bev Hetzel, Membership, jbhetzel@ gmail.com or Hede Horne, Treasurer, hedehorne@wi.rr.com. We hope you will join us and share in the fun, fellowship and good food!
Knights of Columbus Military Ball Ticket Sales Dates
The Veterans Formal Military Ball, sponsored by the 4th Degree Knights of Columbus, Assembly 2533 will be held on Jan 27, 2017 at Prince of Peace Conesa Center, 702 Valley Forge Blvd., Sun City Center. No prior military service required to attend. The guest of honor and speaker is Rear Admiral Lawrence C. Chambers, USN, retired. The evening schedule of events are as follows: • Social Hour 4 to 5 p.m. • Posting of Colors 5 p.m. • Dinner, speaker and dancing 6 to 9 p.m. Music by the St. Denis Variety Band. Formal attire is encouraged: black tie or dark suit. You can reserve a table or individual seats. Price $50 per person which includes beer and wine selection. All proceeds to benefit Warrior Canine Connection & Fisher House Tampa. Tickets will be on sale in the Conesa Lobby from 8:45 to 11:30 a.m. on the following dates: 1/4, 1/6, 1/9, 1/11, 1/13, 1/16 and1/18. Last day to purchase tickets is 1/18/17. For more information call Nick at 314-703-6789 or email Darternick2@aol.com
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MONDAYS:
8:30 a.m. - WIDOWER’S WELLNESS GROUP at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. SCC. Widower’s Wellness Group: “A group of men who have lost their spouse committed to listening and unsolicited sharing”. Our experience has shown that grief is an ongoing journey and it varies; for some it’s constant, others it’s intermittent and some are ambushed by unexpected bursts of anger, grief or fear. We invite YOU to attend a meeting and witness the camaraderie and healing that
The News of Sun City Center comes from “listening and unsolicited sharing” of the experiences of men like yourself who’ve lost their spouse. For more information contact Jim Clarke 813-625-5665 or jfclarke32@gmail.com. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon - LEARN TO WEAVE in the Weaving Studio in the North campus each Monday and Wednesday for eight weeks starting 10/17 The art of weaving is taught. $75 cost includes lessons, yarns for a sampler and one project, membership in the club for a year and equipment fee. This is a great opportunity to try something new and get out of the heat. Sign up in the studio or call 813 642-8239. 10:00 a.m. - MONDAY “FOR TODAY” M E E T I N G O F O V E R E AT E R S ANONYMOUS at the Sun City Chamber of Commerce, 1651 Sun City Center Plaza, Sun City Center, FL. The meeting room (private entrance to meeting is on the left side of the building). The only requirement for attending is a desire to change your eating behaviors and stop compulsively eating. OA is an international 12-step organization/program which addresses the emotional, spiritual (not religious) and physical needs of those desiring to stop compulsive food behaviors and stop compulsively eating. No scales, dues or fees. This meeting is open only to those who have a problem with their weight or eating patterns. Please join us any Monday morning. You can learn more about OA online at http://www.oa.org/ newcomers/is-oa-for-you or call Jan at 813-633-3932.
TUESDAYS:
10:00 - 11:00 a.m. LINE DANCING WITH A BALANCE at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Sun City Center. Do you like to dance but are worried about falling? Join our new 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! For more information, call Debbie Caneen at 813-892-2990. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. MARY PETRO P RO G R A M F O R F O O D A N D MEDICINE at the South Shore United Church of Christ, 1501 La Jolla Ave. The Mary Petro Program is funded by the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay and provides financial assistance to residents for food and medicine. To qualify, residents must be full time residents of Sun City Center or Kings Point, must fill out an application and meet income guidelines, must present income verification documents and either a SCC or KP identification card.
For more information, please visit our office or call 813-634-8306. If you are a new or current client of the Mary Petro Program in Sun City Center or Kings Point and have a pet cat and you are in need of cat food for your pet, please visit our Pet Pantry for assistance. The Cat Lovers Club of Sun City Center donates cat food each month to the Mary Petro Program to assist our clients. 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. UKULELE JAM SESSION at Music Avenue, 3822 Sun City Center Blvd, SCC. Ukulele players are invited to jam weekly with other ukulele players. To reserve your seat at the studio phone Steve or Ruth, 6339688. Space is limited. 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. LIFE CHALLENGES SUPPORT GROUP at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Sun City Center. Live your life fully with zest and joy! Rid yourself of depression, anxiety, frustrations with family, children, friends, life changes, health problems, finances and more. Relief comes by sharing and receiving support and making a positive plan of action. All are welcome in complete confidence and free of charge. Cheryl Lewis facilitates this group and is an effective psychotherapist. We meet every Tuesday in the first floor lounge of Sun Towers. No appointment is necessary. Sponsored by the Coalition for Mental Health and Aging.
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9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon - LEARN TO WEAVE in the Weaving Studio in the North campus each Monday and Wednesday for 8 weeks starting 10/17 The art of weaving is taught. $75.00 cost includes lessons, yarns for a sampler and one project, membership in the club for a year and equipment fee. This is a great opportunity to try something new and get out of the heat. Sign up in the studio or call 813 642-8239. 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. THERAPEUTIC TAI CHI OPEN TO THE PUBLIC at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. 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! This class will be offered EVERY Wednesday due to increased demand. For more information, contact Debbie Caneen at 813-634-3347. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon MAN to MAN LIFE SUPPORT GROUP meets weekly in the conference room behind the SCC Men’s Club building on Cherry Hills Drive. Learn to live your life more positively and with purpose by sharing your life’s journey, successes and struggles
9 with one another. Find relief, comfort and support through the camaraderie of the Group. Learn new coping skills and how to make better choices in life, that allow you to relieve yourself of past burdens and to take action towards a brighter tomorrow. Our purpose is to bring men together by offering you a place to share some of your deepest concerns about yourself, your family and your future, in complete confidence and free of charge. We welcome men of SCC and nearby communities to come and try our group. For information about the Group, contact Ken Barringer at 633-8490 or Bill Spedding at 938-3126. Sponsored by the Coalition for Mental Health and Aging. 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. DREAM CIRCLE at 1606 Chevy Chase Dr. Tell your dream or help us with ours. A dream is told and we each own it. We say what it means if we had that dream. It helps solve life’s decisions, life’s problems, health and others. For more info call Carol Oschmann at 813-909-3233. 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. - FRONT PORCH PICKERS - LIVE MUSIC! Rollins Theatre, 970 Cherry Hills Drive. Country, bluegrass, traditional and gospel music on acoustic guitar, banjo, mandolin, fiddle, ukulele, dobro and bass fiddle. Free program. Call (813) 633-6739.
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9:00 a.m. - “FOR TODAY” MEETING OF OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS at the Sun City Chamber of Commerce, 1651 Sun City Center Plaza, Sun City Center, FL. The meeting room (private entrance to meeting is on the left side of the building). The only requirement for attending is a desire to stop compulsively eating. OA is an international 12step organization/program which addresses the emotional, spiritual and physical needs of those desiring to stop compulsively eating and compulsive food behaviors. No scales, dues or fees. This meeting is open only to those who have a problem with their weight or eating patterns. Please join us any Friday afternoon. Contact Peg S. at 516578-5285 for meeting details. You can learn more about OA online at http:// www.oa.org/newcomers/is-oa-for-you 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. PINO CHLE CLUB meets in the Sandpiper Room North Campus. Come early to form partnerships. We play single deck. Bring $1 for prize money. Annual dues are $5. Need a refresher or learn how to play? Free classes will begin in January. Register now. Email the instructor Scott Wood at ScottNCharWood@Gmail.com See 33578 on page 10.
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WED. JAN 4 - SUN CITY CENTER OUTDOOR MARKET 10:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. at 1851 Rickenbacker Drive, in the front parking lot of the Sun City Center Funeral Home, facing Hwy 674. every 1st and 3rd Wednesday. Jen’s Sun City Center Outdoor Market has added local, organic and hydroponic vegetables starting December 7. Coming from small farms in areas around Plant City, Myakka, Dunedin and Brooksville, seasonal vegetables such as tomatoes, cucumbers, squash, eggplant and kale will be available. The Market also has traditional farm fresh produce, seafood, local honey, cheeses, natural soaps, fresh herbs, spices & rubs, sauces, jams and a great selection of handcrafted items from local artisans. There is fresh food to eat, a shaded lunch area with picnic tables, and plenty of parking for cars and golf carts. THU. JAN 5 - BETTER BREATHERS SUPPORT GROUP 10:00 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Drive. WARNING... BE PREPARED TO HAVE FUN AND LAUGH Come one come all, come join the fun. Wow! It’s free and designed for everyone. Hoot, toot, howl and laugh in the New Year with The Sun Towers Better Breathers Club. It’s never too late to start, it’s never too early to begin! Let’s make some noise and have fun. Enjoy tunes & tips with Christie Dyer, Certified Ageless Grace Educator. You will be moving and laughing with a seated dance party designed for everyone. She uses playful music to activate your body, brain and breathing. Breathe out the old year, and breathe in the new! Annettia Simpson RRT, the Director of Sun Towers Outpatient Pulmonary Rehabilitation will be available to answer any questions you may have regarding pulmonary disease management. For additional info, call Debbie Caneen 813-892-2990. FRI. JAN 6 - THE INTERNATIONAL FORUM OF SUN CITY CENTER S P O N S O R S “ T H E H I S TO R Y AND REBIRTH OF THE PANAMA CANAL” 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. in the Florida Room in the Atrium Bldg. of Sun City Center’s main campus on North Pebble Beach Blvd. The program will be presented by Abraham E. (Tony) Espino, a native of Panama who worked over 20 years for the Panama Canal organization. The presentation will cover: History of the canal to the present, Description of the canal operation, Description of the recently completed Canal Expansion project, How the Canal is financed, Impact of the Canal on US Ports & World Shipping. Residents of Sun City Center, Kings Points and their guests are welcome. Non-resident guests need
have a CA guest card. A guest card can be obtained by a CA member at the Community Association office at 1009 North Pebble Beach Boulevard. MON. JAN 9 - MALE CALL FOR PROSTATE HEALTH, sponsored by the Men’s Club of Sun City Center 2:00 p.m. at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb Blvd., West. Our speaker will be Dr. Samuel G. Smith (ret). Dr. Smith will speak on “Journey thru Prostate Cancer”. As Prostate Cancer is frequently a couple’s disease, it is suggested that spouses and/or partners attend as well as physicians. Refreshments will be served. For questions contact Sam Smith (813746-1989) or Robert Sullivan (813-2157050). MON. JAN 9 - SCIENCE , ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY CLUB MEETING 7:30 p.m. in the Caper Room, Atrium Building, 954 North Course Lane. There is no cost for guests; any resident of CA or Kings Point interested in science and technology is invited. Light Phenomena - Light seems like such a familiar, everyday phenomenon that it’s hard to believe there is so much to be learned by studying it. If we expand the definition of light beyond the visible colors that humans can see, light radiation becomes the primary method by which we learn about the universe, on all scales from the subatomic to the cosmological. But even the visible colors (blue skies, red sunset, and colorful rainbows and auroras) have fascinating origins. Returning to the SET Club by popular demand for the fourth time, Fulvia Fiorani will lecture on Light Phenomena. TUE. JAN 10 - ARE YOU AT RISK OF A FALL? FREE BALANCE SCREENING FOR SUN CITY CENTER RESIDENTS 10:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. in the New Dance Studio at the Community Association at 1203 N. Pebble Beach Blvd. by appointment only. 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 test takes less than five minutes. See the results before your eyes through biofeedback. Interested in knowing more or wish to schedule? call 813-892-2990. W E D. J A N 1 1 - V I R T UA L 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
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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. W E D. J A N 1 1 - D I A B E T E S EDUCATION SUPPORT GROUP SPONSORED BY THE MEN’S CLUB OF SUN CITY CENTER 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Have you been given the diagnosis of Diabetes? Are you unsure of your dietary future? Discover options that will assist you! Join Jessica Chase, RN from Bayada Home Health Care as she facilitates this support group. For additional info, call Debbie Caneen 813-892-2990. THU. JAN 12 - CHRONIC PAIN AND NEUROPATHY GROUP Sponsored by the Men’s Club of Sun City Center 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. (NEW LOCATION) Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. SCC. Ever wonder how others make it through the day while dealing with pain? Attend, share and learn! Facilitator: Tarissa “Tari” Williams, MPT (Masters of Physical Therapy) with Sun Towers Retirement Community Outpatient Therapy. FREE Valet service provided at Terrace Entrance (blue awning). Learn what you can do to reduce your pain today! For more information, call Debbie Caneen 813892-2990 FRI. JAN 13 - RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS SUPPORT GROUP 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. SCC. Facilitator: Tarissa “Tari” Williams, MPT (Masters of Physical Therapy) graduate of Florida A&M University with 13 years of experience in: longterm acute care (LTAC), long term care/ skilled rehabilitation, home care, wound care, acute care, education/clinical mentorship and is LSVT certified (2015). Has presented educational series to Physical Medicine MD’s for Board Cert readiness program - USF/VA on pain management and prescription. Learn what you can do to reduce your pain today! For more info, call Debbie Caneen 813-892-2990. MON. JAN 16 - PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP OF SUN CITY CENTER 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Drive. USF Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorders Center facilitates this monthly meeting. Our speaker this month will be Bob Harmon who is a Parkinson’s patient, diagnosed in 2006. He has facilitated an Outreach/Support group in Polk County since 2009, is closely affiliated with the Michael J. Fox Foundation and represents them as an ambassador in a number of projects and services, including Fox Trial Finder, an online product designed
to match patients with trials in the area. He has spoken locally on a number of Parkinson’s topics. 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 TERRACE ENTRANCE For additional info, call Debbie Caneen 813-892-2990. TUE. JAN 17 - ALZHEIMER’S A S S O C I AT I O N C A R E G I V E R SUPPORT GROUP 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community 101 Trinity Lakes Drive. Bring Your Loved One For a Well Deserved 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 3 days prior to 813-677-1400. For additional information, contact Debbie Caneen at 813-634-3347. WED. JAN 18 - LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP - SPONSORED BY THE SUN CITY CENTER MEN’S CLUB 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! Attend this support group where challenges are met with resources and where members inspire others with their successes. Rebecca Radford, Case Manager for the Tampa Lighthouse for the Blind will also be on hand. The Tampa Lighthouse for the Blind is celebrating 75 years of serving people who are blind or visually impaired. 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 at Terrace Entrance by blue awning. If you have low vision, then this meeting is for you! For more info call Debbie Caneen 813-892-2990. T H U. J A N 1 9 - W I D O W ’ S WELLNESS GROUP 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Sun City Center. Have you lost your husband and have no one to share your feelings of loss with? Are you adjusting with a new plan for your future? Are you managing your grief or overwhelmed with sadness? Attend this monthly meeting with Krista Owen, RN, BSN and Jennifer Morgan, owner of Always Best Care and receive the support you need. This group will concentrate on coping skills and healthy living by sharing among members with the guidance of women in the field of caring for others. For more information, please call Debbie Caneen at 813-8922990. See 33578 on page 11.
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so future generations can learn about military life from first-hand accounts. Our individual experiences may have been different, but when compiled they form a powerful snapshot of history.” 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. This recording of history will take place on the third Friday of each month. TUE. JAN 24 - ARE YOU AT RISK OF A FALL? FREE BALANCE SCREENING FOR KINGS POINT RESIDENTS - BEGINNING AGAIN IN MARCH 9:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. by appointment in the 2020 Building 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 test takes less than two minutes. See the results before your eyes through biofeedback. Interested in knowing more or wish to schedule? call 813892-2990. TUE. JAN 24 - FREE MEMORY SCREENINGS PROVIDED BY SOUTHSHORE COALITION FOR MENTAL HEALTH AND AGING FOR KINGS POINT RESIDENTS Beginning at 12:45 in the Coalition office at 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Suite 254. By appointment only. To schedule, call the Coalition at 813-419-4902. THU. JAN 26 - FREE MEMORY SCREENINGS PROVIDED BY SOUTHSHORE COALITION FOR MENTAL HEALTH AND AGING Beginning at 10:15 in the Clubhouse at Aston Gardens at the Courtyards. By appointment only. To schedule, call the Coalition at 813-419-4902. FRI. JAN 27 - SAMARITAN SERVICES FUNDRAISER DANCE 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at the SCC Community Hall (1910 S Pebble Beach Blvd.). The tickets can be purchased at the Samaritan Services building (1207 N Pebble Beach Blvd.) for $10 apiece. The entertainment will be provided by Taylor n’ Taylor. BYO snacks and drinks. SUN. JAN 29 - SOUTH SHORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA TO PERFORM 2:00 p.m. at the SouthShore United Church of Christ. Cost $15.
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33578 from page 10. THU. JAN 19 - FREE MEMORY SCREENINGS PROVIDED BY SOUTHSHORE COALITION FOR MENTAL HEALTH AND AGING Beginning at 9:45 a.m. in the Coalition office at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. Sun City Center. By appointment only. To schedule, call the Coalition at 813-4194902. THU. JAN 19 - SUN CITY CENTER WOMAN’S CLUB LUNCHEON MEETING 11:00 a.m. for Sign-in and Social with Table Game, 11:30 a.m. Opening/Business Meeting, 12:00 noon Luncheon with Program at 12:45 p.m. in Community Hall. Program - Human Trafficking. Optional Dress Theme: The symbol for the fight against Human Trafficking is a blue heart. Wear blue to show your support, and think of creative ways to wear a blue heart. To make reservations (whether you plan to eat or not) please send an email to suncitywomansclub@gmail.com or call (813) 938-1682 A reservation is needed to ensure enough table space is set whether you plan to buy lunch or not. Cost of lunch is $15. FRI. JAN 20 - VETERANS HISTORY PROJECT, A PROGRAM OF THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. by registration only at Sun Towers Retirement Community, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr SCC. 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. We recently conducted our first interview with a vietnam veterans, and are very excited to capture his personal account and add it to the Library of Congress Collection for all to see. As Teresa Fazio, an Operation Iraqi Freedom Veteran stated, “It is important to get every veterans’ story
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Wednesday, January 4 • Introduction to Genealogy 2:00-3:00 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in the Computer Lab. Want to take up genealogy but don’t know where to start? This beginner’s class gives attendees the tools to get started and strategies to succeed with family research. Registration available 30 minutes prior to program. Call (813) 273-2652. Wednesday, January 4 • Recording Studio - Open orientation Every Wednesday 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in the Hive. Interested in using the Recording Studio or discovering what we have to offer? Call (813) 273-3652. Wednesday, January 4 • Mah Jongg Club Every Wednesday 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in Community Room 1. Beginners are welcome. Participants are asked to bring their own Mah Jongg cards. Call: (813) 273-3652. Monday, January 9 • Adult Writing Group 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in the John Crawford Art Education Studio. Connect with fellow writers to inspire, encourage, and exchange ideas about the writing process. Opportunities to share your writings and receive feedback will be available. Call: (813) 273-3652. Wednesday, January 11 • Cooking With Incredible Spices: Turmeric 2:00-3:00 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in the community rooms. This cooking program with Caroline Blesson will highlight the many health benefits of using Indian spices in preparing food and concludes with a free raffle. Limited to 25 participants. Registration required at either the SouthShore Regional Library Information Desk or by calling (813)2733652. Thursday, January 12 • Adult Coloring Group 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in the John Crawford Art Education Studio. Join us for some relaxation and socialization in our Adult Coloring Group. All supplies provided. Call (813) 273-3652. Sunday, January 15 • Author John Foster: A Gesture of Words: Poetry Forms and Formulas 2:00-3:00 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in Community Room 2. Join local author John Foster as he presents his new book A Gesture of Words: Poetry Forms and Formulas. Call (813) 273-3652. Wednesday, January 18 • Elder Law 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in Community Room 1. This program will provide information and education regarding legal issues for seniors including planning for incapacities and long-term care with emphasis on public benefits. Call: (813) 273-3652. Thursday, January 19 • Southshore Readers 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in the John Crawford Art Studio. Book Discussion. The Nest by Cynthia D’Aprix Sweeney. This is a story about the power of family, the possibilities of friendship, the ways we depend upon one another and the ways we let one another down. Call (813) 273-2652. Friday, January 20 • Master Gardener: Crape Myrtles 2:00-3:00 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in Community Room 2. With Master Gardener and Arborist Virginia Overstreet. Learn about selection and maintenance of Crape Myrtles in addition to pruning tips and insect control. Call (813) 273-2652. Sunday, January 22 • Author Event: My Appalachian Trial 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in Community Room 2. A man, Steve Adams, with no camping experience who embarked on an adventure to hike the Appalachian Trail, which turned into an Appalachian trial with dog bites, camping accidents, and snakes! He has turned these adventures into a series of books which will be available after the lecture. Call (813) 273-2652. Monday, January 23 • Adult Writing Group 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in the John Crawford Art Education Studio. Connect with fellow writers to inspire, encourage, and exchange ideas about the writing process. Opportunities to share your writings and receive feedback will be available. If you’ve ever wanted to be a writer, this is the group for you! All levels of writers are welcome. Call: (813) 273-3652. Thursday, January 26 • Adult Coloring Group 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin in the John Crawford Art Education Studio. Join us for some relaxation and socialization in our Adult Coloring Group. All supplies provided. Funded by the Friends of the SouthShore Regional Library. Questions? Call (813) 273-3652.
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ARTS & entertainment CONCERT BAND• DANCE • SHOWS • JAZZ• FLEXERCISE & MORE!
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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Photo taken on December 5, 2016 with Loretta Lucek instructing and Bryan Ashley entertaining during the Solo Line Dance Club’s Holiday luncheon.
Solo Line Dance Club of SCC
Beginning January 1, 2017 the Solo Line Dance Club of SCC will have a class in line dancing on every Monday of the month in the Community Hall on South Pebble Beach Blvd. starting at 12:15 p.m. From 12:15-1:30 p.m. Loretta Lucek will instruct the novice/ beginners. After a 15-minute break, Donna Barnett will instruct improver dancers from 1:45-2:15 p.m. and the intermediates from 2:15-3 p.m. You are welcome to start dancing at 12:15 p.m. and stay as long as you want. The dues for 2017 is $22. Guests pay $2 each. For more information, call Norine Brinck at 813-260-3422.
Rockin’ Thru The Years Dance Club
Presents YESTERDAYZE, a high energy 60’s show band, on Sunday, January 15, 2017 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. in Veterans Theater, Kings Point North Clubhouse. The doors open at 6. Yesterdayze will entertain us with their show a nonstop “Blast-from-the-Past you’ll never forget, a magic carpet ride through some of the greatest music you’ve ever heard. Grab your tie-dyed shirts and jeans and your peace signs and enjoy a groovy blast from the past. BYOB and Snacks. You will enjoy great vocals, recreating your favorite songs from that magical decade...the era that changed modern music forever! Every tune a Top 40 hit from 1960 to 1969—The Beatles, The Monkees, The Animals, The Temptations, The Supremes, CCR, The Doors, Jefferson Airplane, The Rolling Stones ... from Motown to the British Invasion, from Elvis to Santana, from Aretha to Janis Joplin, from Sonny & Cher to Johnny & June Carter Cash. “Join Us For A Rockin’ Good Time!” Tickets are $5 per person and may be purchased at the Veterans Theater door starting at 6 p.m. the night of the dance. Rockin’ Thru the Years Dance Club Membership for 2017 is $5 per person. You may purchase your membership on Tuesday, January 3, 12 to 2:30 p.m. in the Ripple Room at the Kings Point North Clubhouse or Tuesday. January 10 in the Jubilee 3 Room at the Kings Point South Clubhouse 12 to 2:30 p.m. Please email Sandi at rockinthrutheyears@gmail.com for further information or questions.
Singles Social Dance Club will hold their dances on January 15 and January 22 in the Florida Room, Atrium Bldg., from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Live music will be presented by Thor Stevens and his saxophone. Members $3, nonmembers $6. BYOB and snacks. Ice, water, cups and napkins provided. Membership for 2017 is $15 and forms will be available. New members need to present their CA or KP badge. Renewals do not have to fill out a form unless there has been a change. Attire is dressy/casual. Please, no shorts, jeans, levis, etc. For information call Janet 813-633-3558. Singles Mingles of Kings Point will hold their dance on January 29 in the main clubhouse of Kings Point in the brand new Waterside Hall (the former billiard room; take right at box office to last door on left. Admission has been raised to $6 so that we may replenish our treasury after having a wonderful holiday/year-end party. BYOB and snacks. Please call if you are a nonresident of Kings Point to have your name added to the list for the gate. All inquiries: call Janet 813-633-3558.
Sun City Center Square Dance Club
The Sun City Center Swingers Square Dance Club held its Annual Pot Luck Dinner and Business Meeting on December 9, 2016 in the Armstrong Room of the SCC Atrium. The meeting and dinner went well. At the meeting the following Club Officers were elected to serve for the 2017 term: President Veanna Cape, Vice President Teri Hatch, Treasurer Tom Kilgallon, Secretary Jerry Cape, Trustees Judy and Charlie Pyle, Mary and Dick Schultz. Judy Pyle presented Teri Hatch, our past President, with a Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of her dedication in leading the Club in 2016. The Club will again make a monetary donation to the Mary and Martha House, Ruskin, to help Santa make the children’s Christmas a happy one. The Mary and Martha House provides shelter and substance for battered women and children from the local area. The Sun City Center Swingers Square Dance Club will begin the New Year with a mainstream/plus square dance on Friday night January 6, 2017. The club dances every Friday night, except when pre-empted, in the SCC Atrium Dance Studio, 945 North Course Lane (North Complex, off N. Pebble Beach Blvd.). Dance workshop 7 - 7:30 p.m. mainstream/plus dance, with rounds, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Callers for January are Marty Van Wart/Gary Bubel on alternating Fridays. Alice Bubel Cues. Square Dancers come join us for great dancing, fellowship and delicious refreshments. Square dance clothes or dressy casuals are acceptable. For further information call Veanna at 813 --938-1038 or Teri at 813-633--0551 and/or see our website, floridasquaredance. com/suncity/index.
SCC Ballroom Dance Club
Saturday, January 14, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., Please come and enjoy a dance party presented by the Sun City Center Dance Club, in the South Community Hall, 1910 So. Pebble Beach Blvd., SCC, 33573. Eat, drink and be merry. Dance to our widely acclaimed and exclusive playlist spun by Gerardo. Selections include east and west coast swing, foxtrot, slow and line dance, latin variations, waltz, country and polka. Dressy casual attire. No shorts. BYOB. Bring your friends, or come and make new friends. Open seating. Members Free, Guests $6 per person at the door. Singles tables will be available. Annual memberships are available for $25 per person or $50 per couple; forms will be available at the dance. Our upcoming parties will be on February 11, March 11 (dinner dance) and April 8. For more info call 813-634-9074.
Oldies But Goodies Dance Club
With the Sugarbear Band on January 8, 2017 The Oldies but Goodies Dance Club will be enjoying the music of Sugarbear Band on Sunday, January 8, 2017 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. The band will play past top 40 hits that we are sure you will remember. Put on your dancing shoes or just come to enjoy the music the band 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 and Renaissance as well as Sun City Center are always welcome. Any questions contact Club President Joanne at 813728-1147 or email “jjlatenite@aol.com”. You may also check out our website: sccoldiesbutgoodiesdanceclub.com or join us on Facebook Https://facebook. com/OldiesButGoodiesDanceClub.
Moonglow Dance Club
The Moonglow Ballroom Dance Club will hold their Annual Dinner Dance on Thursday January 26, 2017 from 5-9:30 p.m. in Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd., Sun City Center. Banquet Masters will serve a delicious dinner with hot appetizers and an entree choice of chicken or salmon. BYOB. “Mario DeLeon” will provide our Live Dance Music from 7:30-9:30 p.m. The attire will be “dressy” for the ladies and “jacket & tie” for the men. Paid reservations by check only (no cash) made out to “Moonglow Dance Club” are requested by Jan.19 and should be mailed to Gail Bouverat, 1114 Villeroy Drive, Sun City Center, FL 33573. The cost will be $15 per person for both current and new members, and $30 per person for visitors/guests. Couples and singles are welcome. B oth current and prospective members may send their $25 per person annual dues along with their dinner reservation. We have our complete 2017 schedule of great live music for your dancing and listening pleasure. Monthly dances yearround will feature the talents of: Daniel Fugazzotto, The Good Times Ballroom Fantasy Band, Mario DeLeon, The Treble Clefs, The Mellotones, Bryan Ashley and Chuck & Rita. We will also have a special Sunday afternoon dance on February 5, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Guests/visitors are always welcome at our dances for $5 per person, and singles tables are available. For more information call 813-633-1297 or 813-633-2755, or email “gail3357@ gmail.com”.
Academy of Ballroom Dance
The Academy of Ballroom Dance Club kicks off the new year with a dance on January 7 2017 in the Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd, Sun City Center. There will be a samba dance lesson given by Bernice
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By Lynn Manzi, Entertainment Director Happy New Year! So far, we have had a very enjoyable season and are looking forward to the upcoming New Year productions. There are some wonderful shows already scheduled and more to come. Please check the website as it is updated on a regular basis. The upcoming shows are: Sunday, January 15 • Tommy Mara and the Crests Community Hall, 2:30 p.m. $16. Friday, January 20 • The Fabulous Hubcaps Community Hall, 7 p.m. - $15 (Sold Out). Wednesday, January 25 • Showcase Community Hall, 2 p.m. Free to Series Holders, all others $11. Friday, February 10 • Phil Dirt and the Dozers Community Hall, 7 p.m. - $15 (Sold Out). Friday, February 17 • Castlebay Bards and Blarney, Songs of Irish Poets Rollins Theater, 2 p.m. - $8. Sunday. February 19 • Shades of Buble Community Hall, 2:30 p.m.- $17. Friday, March 3, 2017 • Mpire Community Hall, 7 p.m. - $14. Saturday, March 11 • Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald Rollins Theater, 1 p.m.- $8. Sunday, March 12 • Tony Pace Community Hall, 2:30 p.m. - $18.
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DuBro and George Hawn starting at 6:30 p.m. included with admission. This is followed by regular dancing from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Admission is free for members, or $6 for guests at the door. Come and dance to a fabulous selection of tunes handpicked by Bernice DuBro (our DJ). Bernice is sure to play a wide selection of good dance music. Enjoy the complimentary coffee and cookies. Perhaps you’ll win one of the door prizes or if you are the lucky type, take a chance at winning the 50/50 drawing. Open seating and singles tables are available. Bring your friends. BYOB. Dress is casual but neat (no shorts please). For more information, call George Hawn at 330-770-0442.
Social Ballroom Dance Classes
Sponsored by the Academy Dance Club Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium. Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point residents. Couples and singles welcome. For information call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205. Tuesday, January (3, 10, 17, 24, 31) Social Ballroom Dance Class Beginning Swing - 5:30 p.m. Intermediate Swing - 6:45 p.m. Intermediate/Advanced West Coast Swing - 8 p.m. Cost: $25/per person for all five weeks. Wednesday, January (4, 11, 18, 25) Social Ballroom Dance Class Beginning – Cha-cha - 12:45 p.m. Beginning/Intermediate Night Club Two-Step - 2 p.m. Intermediate/Advanced Night Club Two-Step - 3:15 p.m. Cost: $20/per person for all four weeks. Taught by Bernice Dubro and George Hawn, call 813-634-3205 or email “dancewithbernice@gmail.com”.
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The Art Club in Sun City Center
50th Annual Art Show Co-chairs Kristine Littrell and Dee Sleziak happily announce the club’s 50th Annual Art Show: Celebrating 50 Years of Art in Sun City Center. The Art Show will take place February 10 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Saturday, February 11 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The exhibition will be located in the Florida Room of Sun City Center’s Atrium Building, 945 North Course Lane, Sun City Center. The Art Show will showcase the most recent artistic creations of talented members of the Art Club. Included in this year’s show will be works done in oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastels, drawings, graphic arts and mixed media. Exhibition visitors can expect to view a collection that demonstrates the use of a wide variety of media, art techniques and subject matter. One painting will be awarded Best of Show. Admission to the show is free. All Sun City Center residents and friends are invited to view the show, meet the local artists and vote on the “People’s’ Choice” award. Mark your calendars and plan to attend this wonderful event. For more information visit www.artclubofscc.org.
The call is out again for Follies 2017 production tryouts. Director Rose Ostrander invites all aspiring performers from greater Sun City Center and the surrounding area to meet in the Veterans Theater of Kings Point at 5 p.m. on Saturday, January 7. for final casting of the show, which will be held in the theater on Friday, March 10 and Saturday, March 11. Musical soloists and any comedy or other specialty acts are urged to audition. If you would like to tryout for the show but missed the December 17 auditions for Chorus and soloist dancers, you have one more chance on January 7. The theme of FOLLIES 2017 is “CELEBRATION” and the show promises, once again, exciting and innovative entertainment. Musicians, soloists, duos, trios, etc. are urged to provide their own CDs or accompanists. A computer and iPad will be available, but acapella auditions are also acceptable. Chorus auditions do not require a solo presentation. The Kings Point Follies carries the reputation as being one of the best variety shows in town. It showcases many of the area’s finest amateurs and professionals. Come be a part of it. If you are not a Kings Point resident, just inform the guard at the Visitors Gate that you are going to Follies tryouts. For more information, contact Rose at (813) 633-1753 or email “rostrander1@ tampabay.rr.com”.
The Singing Policeman: Arriving January 15 Last SCC Performance Was Sellout Daniel Rodríguez is a Puerto Rican American operatic tenor from New York City. He became known as “The Singing Policeman” in his former work with the New York City Police Department. In the aftermath of the September 11 terrorist attacks, he received widespread attention with his rendition of “God Bless America”, which he sang at memorial events and on television. He will be performing again in Sun City Center on January 15, 2017 at 3 p.m. at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church. Tickets will be sold at the door for $10 but you might prefer to purchase early at the office, located at the back of the church. Tickets will be available beginning December 12, 2016 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. St. Andrew is located at 1239 Del Webb Blvd. West and can be reached by phone at 634-1252.
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Art Club January Demonstration
Jazzmatazz Beginners’ Class
The Jazzmatazz Dance Club is starting its winter beginner’s session on January 7, 2017. Led by our creative and talented choreographer, Diane Lefrancois, we dance to music from Broadway hits and perform at various local functions, including The Follies and FunFest. Classes are held in the Atrium Dance Studio on Saturdays at 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at only $5 per class. For more information, please come to class or call Cheri, at 813-922-4285.
The Art Club in Sun City Center presents a demonstration January 16, 2017 1 p.m. in the Rollins Theater. Pat Weaver is an accomplished watercolor artist whose work consistently receives high praise whether teaching painting workshops across the country or completing commissions for fine art pet portraits of dogs, cats and other animals. Pat is a Signature Member, Life Member, and Past President of the Florida Watercolor Society. Join Pat as she demonstrates her loose style of painting animals using watercolors. To learn more about Pat Weaver, go to her website: www.PatWeaver.net. The demo will follow the club’s regularly scheduled monthly meeting. Monthly demos are open to the public.
Jazz Lovers Group
By Bill Ferron The holidays are over and now we head into a brand new year. On Friday January 20 the Jazz Lovers group will be enjoying listening to the bluesy side of jazz. We will meet in the Ripple Room of the Kings Point North Clubhouse from 2 to 4 p.m. If you love jazz and if you really love the blues come on over and join us. We promise not to charge for just dropping in to relax and listen.
The SCC Women’s Chorus Begins a New Season
By Janet Ditmore After presenting their Holiday Concert to a standingroom-only audience, the SCC Women’s Chorus is not resting on its laurels. The chorus appreciates the outstanding support from the community both in attendance and donations for operating costs. Preparation has already begun for the Winter-Spring Season with registration on January 5 at 8:30 a.m., to be followed by the first rehearsal at 9 a.m. at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church. Chorus participation is open to all women in the Sun City Center area. If you love to sing and can read music, come and join this elite group. New members are welcomed and no audition is necessary. While striving for excellence, the Women’s Chorus has a lot of fun under the direction of Jeff Jordan. All rehearsals are held each Thursday from 9 to 11 am at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, W. Del Webb Blvd. until the Spring Concert on April 2, 2017. For more information, contact Chorus President, Janet Warren, at (813) 634-6692
The Art Club in Sun City Center
Gallery Opening and Reception January 4, 2017 By Penny Quinn Director. He also enjoys membership In January, the Art Club in Sun City in the Kings Point Art League and the Center will feature artwork by Mel Phoenix Art Group in Sun City Center. Solochek, Beverly Majewski and Fran Mel has won several ribbons for his Hubicki. paintings and in 2012 at the Annual Art Beverly Majewski is a gifted and Show he was awarded a Blue Ribbon. respected multimedia artist. Her His paintings have been displayed curiosity sparks throughout the community. interests in Since joining the Art Club in 2003 working with Fran Hubicki’s, impressionistic style watercolor, acrylic, expresses itself through the mediums of e n c au s t i c / w a x , watercolor, pencil c h i n a p ai nt i ng sketching, acrylics and paper and mixed media. collage. Beverly’s Lately her fun is membership in the in working with Sun City Center acrylic painting on A r t C l u b , t h e Beverly Majewski Masonite board. Kings Point Art League and Manatee Fran participates Art Center opens doors for art lessons in the Annual Art and workshops. Shows where she Fran Hubicki’s Mel Solochek joined the Art Club in has won numerous Sun City Center in awards. As Artist of the month 2012. A self-taught her paintings have been displayed artist, he perfects throughout the community and in his craft by taking private art collections. At age 96 Fran art classes and continues to paint and sketch every day painting daily in Capture Bev, Mel and Fran’s artistic his studio. His energy at the Art Club’s Gallery Opening preferred medium and Reception on Wednesday, January is acr ylics. His 4, 2017 from 1 – 3 p.m. The event is imaginative and free and open to the public. Snacks and creative genius is Mel Solochek beverages will be served. The Art Club reflected in his love for bright and bold is located on Cherry Hills Drive in Sun colors. He currently serves as the Art City Center. Visit www.artclubofscc.org Club’s Vice President and as the Gallery for more information.
The Art Club in Sun City Center
Artist of the Month is Janet Matheson The Art Club in Sun City Center has chosen Janet Matheson as the January Artist of Month. Jan is a self-taught artist who started painting with artist friends in the Garden of the Rocks, Colorado Springs. Captivated by the wonder of the mountains and waterfalls the artists painted the beauty in their surroundings. Strollers often stopped to purchase paintings. Jan’s landscape paintings reflect her affinity with and awe for the majestic mountains which she hiked in Colorado and Arizona. The Flemish artist and master Bierstadt is Jan’s idol. In Colorado Springs Jan studied oil painting with a Flemish artist. Through the use of hues, colors and shadows, the mood of her painting expresses harmony with nature. The mountains awaken her creativity. Her artwork was displayed in privately owned bookstores In Colorado and Arizona. A restaurant in Colorado Springs and her son’s Thomas Kincaid Gallery also hung and sold her paintings. Her artwork resides in private collections. Since retiring to Sun City Center and joining the Art Club in 2011 Jan has taken lessons from several Art Club instructors. You can view Janet Matheson’s artwork at the Sun City Center Library, the Sun City Center Welcome Center, La Beautique Style Salon, Sun City Center Samaritan Services, Momentum Bank, Fiore’s Sunshine Café and in the Sun City Center Art Club Window. For more information about the Art Club in Sun City Center visit www. artclubofscc.org. Paid Advertisement
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Photo Club Announces “Best of the Best”
Best of the Best is a collection of all of the winning photographs of members taken throughout this year. The following list are the winners for 2016 and the photograph that the judge choose as the final winner. Color Division Print Masters: Lands End, Los Cabos, Mexico by Stan Lipski Advanced: Simba Under the Shade Tree by Kathy Griffith Level 1: Ready When You Are by Del Duerr Unassigned: Stroll Among the Birches by Celia Staples Monochrome division Masters: Mother’s Love by Pat Jones Advanced: Surrounded by Bruno Graziano Creative Division Masters Level: Merlin by Jackie Hanson and Through the Looking Glass by Jackie Hanson Color Division Digital Masters Level: Mountain Bluebird by Carol Feldhauser and Foggy Beginning by Bobbie Ray Advanced Level: Cannons at Fort. Adams by Erica Collins Level 2: Blue Doors by Madlyn Blom Level 1: Psychedelic Lizard by Barbara Klimczak Unassigned: Tranquility and Storm, Lake Titicaca Monochrome Division Masters Level: Great White Egret by Carol Feldhauser Advanced Level: Mr. McGee by Bruno Graziano and Ponce de Leon Lighthouse by Ron Schackelford. Level 2: If I Could only Speak by Wally Erickson
Creative Division Masters Level: Wired Dog and Marbled Godwits by Carol Feldhasuer Best of Show: Foggy Beginnings by Bobbie Ray
Mr. McGee by Bruno Graziano. Wired Dog by Carol Feldhasuer.
Tranquility and Storm, Lake Titicaca.
Blue Doors by Madlyn Blom.
Mountain Bluebird by Carol Feldhauser.
Psychedelic Lizard by Barbara Klimczak.
Cannons at Fort. Adams by Erica Collins.
If I Could only Speak by Wally Erickson.
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January 2017
Oh, No! What Do I Do Now? Lessons from the SCC First Response Event
By Diane M. Loeffler Attending the Personal First Response Event was a great investment of time. Be sure to attend it next December. Sun City Center has the lowest crime rate in the county, but we still need to know what to do when there is an emergency. Here are a few of the highlights presented by Hillsborough County (HC) experts and hosted by The Military Order of the World Wars. I’ve been robbed! Detective James Howell says, “Do not enter your home if a door or window is open or broken. Instead, call for help. Two detectives will arrive and make sure that no one is inside. In the meantime, stand in a position where you can monitor as many entrances as possible. If you see someone exit, make a mental note of the person’s appearance and the direction they went. Give the police that information. At all times, the most important rule is to maintain personal safety.” If you realize that there was a burglary after you enter, move away as soon as possible. Never touch anything after a burglary. You could contaminate evidence. It is best if you stay out of the space so that if dogs are brought in to help track the person, your scent doesn’t confuse them. If the perpetrator left something behind, tell the police. Otherwise, they may assume that all items at the scene belong to you. Lock your car at all times, including when it is in your driveway. Eighty-five percent of vehicle burglaries involve unlocked vehicles. Take photos of valuables and write down serial numbers. This will help police catch the criminals and retrieving your belongings. Personal residential alarms turn what could have been a systematic search and robbery of your home into a “smash and grab” robbery where far less is taken. Fire! HCFR Public Relations Officer, Nacole Revette says the best way to fight a fire is prevention. She suggests that you keep a fire extinguisher near but not in your kitchen so that you don’t have to risk walking through a fire in order to reach your extinguisher. Extinguishers labeled “ABC” are best because they can put out fires on wood, furniture, grills, gas powered items such as mowers and electrical fires. Check its expiration date and that the indicator points to the green section of the display indicating that it is still pressurized. In using a fire extinguisher remember:
HCFR Public Relations Officer Nicole Revette demonstrates how you should brace yourself before beginning the Heimlich Maneuver. Sharon Biringer assisted Revette in this demonstration and in the CPR one as well. Revette made presentations on several topics.
The Military Order of the World Wars hosted the event. Jim Warchol, Charlie Conover, Commander Sam Thompson and Frank Zahrobsky were there to answer questions and to help with the event.
Master Deputy Milo Milovich shared advice on what to do if involved in a vehicle crash.
Detective Donald Cagnina involved the audience in his presentation on violent situations such as an active shooting scene.
pull the pin; aim at the base to remove the oxygen that feeds the fire, squeeze the trigger and sweep the extinguisher back and forth to displace oxygen in more than one spot. Back up toward the door keeping your eyes on the fire. Hang on to the extinguisher in case you need it to break through the drywall to get out. Revette also says everyone should have a designated outdoor place to meet if there is a fire so you know that no one is still in the house. Revette also says that even wired-in smoke alarms need batteries in case of power outages. Information on the exact type of battery needed is stamped, but not printed, on the plastic molds. After ten years, the alarms themselves should be replaced. Not all alarms are interchangeable, so take your old one to the hardware store with you when purchasing a replacement. Revette says to be sure to water your live Christmas trees, only use power strips that are also surge protectors, buy lights marked UL, and never hang indoor lights outdoors.
moved out of the roadway right after the accident. If your car needs to be towed, you will receive a business card from the tow truck driver telling you where it will be. If you are okay but you think someone in the other vehicle might be injured, approach that vehicle slowly and ask if the person is okay. If the person seems angry, back away. Remember that you or the other person might be in shock and not be aware of injuries. What can I do now to prepare for a medical emergency? You should have either a small pill container, “vial of life”, with your medical information in the door of your refrigerator or medical information on your refrigerator door. Assistant Chief SCC Emergency Squad Robin Watt, says first responders are trained to look there for this important information. Key locator cards should be completed and turned in to the SCC emergency squad in case you need medical help and cannot open the door. The emergency squad is not allowed to break in and must call the county to force entry. You can pick up these items at the SCC Emergency Squad. There is a medical emergency right now! If you need to call for help, take a deep breath to get your thoughts together so you can speak clearly on the phone. Describe the nature of the emergency and the address, answer their questions and follow directions. You will need to open the door if it is locked, and put away any pets. Falls! Robin Watt says, “Medicare covered over $31 billion dollars of medical costs incurred by falls. This figure does not include the amount covered by supplementals. I strongly recommend seniors wear some sort of alert button. If you do fall, take deep breaths to calm yourself and make an assessment of how you feel. If nothing hurts, gently roll over
Crash! HCSO Master Deputy, Milo Milovich, says you need to have your drivers’ license, proof of insurance and your vehicle registration in your car or truck at all times or face a $103 ticket. Of course, people are less likely to be injured or killed if they are restrained by a seatbelt. If your air bags deploy, you will hear a loud bang that sounds like a gun being fired and talcum powder from the airbags will be everywhere possibly irritating your eyes and lungs. If you are hurt in an accident, do not move around, because you may aggravate injuries. When someone arrives, be sure to tell the individual(s) what hurts so that the EMS knows what they are dealing with. Florida law says that any moveable vehicle, even damaged ones, should be
and get up slowly. If you, or someone else, falls and there is pain, don’t move the person…or let others move you… unless the fall occurred in the middle of a busy road or in a burning structure.” Medical Basics Call for help immediately in these circumstances: 1) Someone cannot open his / her mouth and take a deep breath; 2) Right after putting pressure on an uncontrolled bleed and raising the bleeding limb or area up to lessen the bleeding; 3) Someone shows signs of having suffered a stroke: suddenly acting differently, drooping face, one-sided weakness, inability to speak, and inability to understand what others are saying. Certified Emergency Response Team (CERT) and Disasters South County Communities CERT President, Hud Richard, says that CERT “fills in the blanks.” That is, they supplement the other agencies that respond to emergencies during major disasters such as tornadoes, hurricanes and major thunderstorm that knock out power and cell towers. Their teams are trained in search and rescue, triage and setting up small treatment centers. There is a Shooter! HCSO Detective Donald Cagnina says, “Your first option in the case of an active shooter should be to get out of the area as quickly and safely as you can. If others won’t come with you, just leave without them.” If you cannot run, the second option is to hide. Lock doors, cover windows, get under desks, in closets, bathrooms or cabinets. If you cannot be seen, you may be safe. It is best if you can also put something solid between you and the potential path of a bullet. Silence your cell phone. Stay as quiet as possible. If you cannot flee or hide, fight. Use anything you can get ahold of, a fire extinguisher, pen, pencil, chair, whatever. A pencil or finger pressed against the hollow at the base of a person’s throat can be quite effective. If you hear shooting and it stops, don’t come out. Wait until law enforcement comes. Teams of four to six officers will go into every nook and cranny while shouting, “Sheriff ’s office!” Hands Only CPR, AED and HCFR Nacole Revette, says, “The focus of CPR is on cardio.” She says, “First survey your surroundings. Shake them a bit. If they respond, the problem might be heat stroke, summer diabetes. If the individual is in cardiac arrest… They won’t be able to respond or groan.” Second, call 911. Revette played the
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Detective James Howell told the attendees what to do if items are stolen from their homes or vehicles.
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If you bank online, you can bank in your pajamas. Don’t recommend you try that at a real bank.
Is It Safe to Bank Online?
By Kai Rambow Getting cash, is one of the very few reasons to go to a brick and mortar bank today. Almost everything else, can be done safely online. There are several advantages to banking online: It’s faster than going to the bank. You can bank 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can check your accounts anytime. You don’t have to wait for a statement to balance accounts. Transferring between accounts is easier. You can bank in your pajamas. How to Bank Safely There are a number of things, which have been mentioned in previous articles: Look for “https” and padlock as shown in last month’s article. Don’t use simple or easy to guess passwords. Don’t do banking online in public places or wireless hotspots. Remember if you get asked for your social security number or other personal information online, it’s probably a scam. Check your statements and activity often. If you see anything questionable, call your bank immediately. Always log out when you are done with your online banking. Red Flags Most of the data breaches you hear about in the news involve databases at companies. These are “red flags” of nefarious person trying to gain access to your online banking. (1) You get an email from your bank or recognizable company. Do not click on any links or attachments. These usually lead to phony sites that look real but are not. (2) You receive a legitimate looking email asking to login or verify sensitive information. Banks will never ask for private information by email. (3) You answer a phone call, supposedly from your bank. They should never ask for passwords or PINs. I always for a reference number, then call the phone number listed on my bank card. Other steps you can take to bank safely include installing antivirus and antispyware on your computer. Malwarebytes, which has a free version, is one recommended software. Keep these types of software up to date and run them regularly. Avoid doing online banking and/or shopping from your smartphone. Smartphones do not have the same level of protection that computers do. Be very, very careful when using social networks. Clicking on what looks like fun stuff sent by friends is increasing leading to sites designed to hack your personal information. To paraphrase a semi-famous quote, while it’s almost impossible to avoid being online in today’s world, you can do so safely by following these and previous tips. Special thanks to Matt Batt for his invaluable assistance.
Oh No from 16. BG’s song, “Stayin’ Alive.” The song’s rhythm is a steady 100 beats a minute, exactly the rhythm at which you should push down when administering handsonly CPR. Residential Safety Joshua Brown, an ADT Representative and Relocation Manager from Safe Haven, says, “Be proactive. Lock your doors and windows. If you have an alarm system, be sure to arm it. Don’t do business with or provide information to unauthorized individuals…If such individuals come to your door, lock it and call Deputy Merry. Watch out for neighbors. Let your neighbors and your security system monitors know you will be gone.” He said not to leave valuables where they can be seen and to close your blinds when you are gone. “If you buy gifts, break down the cardboard boxes and hide them in your bin. Bad guys look for empty boxes by the road.” Power Lines are Down! TECO Coordinator of Safety, Clyde
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Richards, stressed prevention and proactive actions. He warned that people sometimes leave the house during an outage and don’t think about what items were on when the power went out. If they were cooking and the power comes back on when they are gone, the food can burn starting a fire. After a storm, there may be downed power lines. Stay inside if possible. If a line falls on your car, stay in it. If you have to get out, leap out. It is important not to touch the car and ground at the same time. If you are walking and feel the power, put your feet together and shuffle out of the area. This is necessary to insure you are covering the smallest amount of area possible. S.T.O.P. Finally, before taking any critical step, do the following: Stop what you are doing; Think about what you are doing; Observe the situation, take a big picture view; Proceed when you know everything is in place.
Sandy Gzachor, Hede Horne, Jamie Decalvwe, Nancy Jefferies and Bev Hetzel are getting food ready for the pot luck dinner.
By Paula Lickfeldt The seeds for a Wisconsin Club were planted in the fall of 1994 and, by the spring of 1995, it had become a reality in SCC. Members of the club would have an annual golf party, bridge parties, sheepshead parties and dinner dances. In 1973, Patrick J. Lucy, governor of WI proclaimed February 14, 1971 to be Wisconsin Day in SCC. The annual party would be held in March. At that time SCC had 3,000 residents and 250 of them were from WI. Over the years, various parties have
become annual events; Octoberfest, Packers or Badgers Games, and always a welcome back party for returning snowbirds. The party attendees love the white elephant sales, door prizes and trivia contests that occur at some of the parties. Wisconsin folks enjoy the company of other people from their beloved Wisconsin. They love to share memories of WI while enjoying their adopted state, Florida. But it must be said that people from Wisconsin never forget where they came from.
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By Peggy Burgess If repeating an annual formality for twenty-five consecutive years makes it a tradition, then Freedom Plaza has one: its Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. At a designated time in early December residents don their colorful holiday attire and pack the Freedom Plaza Atrium. The room is lavishly decorated, with garland on the second-floor balcony framing a tall and fully decorated Christmas tree. Eggnog flows from punch bowls; the room hums with excitement and firstof-the season holiday greetings against a background of yuletide music. At some point attention is called, conversation ceases and the Executive Director of Freedom Plaza takes the microphone. He or she offers their selected remarks, ending with the pronouncement, “Let there be light!” Instantly the Christmas tree blazes with light; four decorated trees gracing the third-floor corner balconies are illuminated and the green garland sparkles with tiny white lights. Simultaneously, “O, Christmas Tree, O, Christmas Tree”, sung by a multitude of enthusiastic voices, rings out. Freedom Plaza’s Holiday Season Has Officially Begun Initiated in 1992, when Freedom Plaza opened its doors, this Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is one of the most highly anticipated happenings of every year. Over the two intervening decades it has been carried out with program variations and degrees of formality, but always includes the proclamation, “Let there be light!” with its resultant blaze of brilliance. The event inevitably ends with a company of carolers gathered around the piano for an impromptu holiday song fest.
The 2016 Tree Lighting Ceremony, held this year on December 5, was performed by Freedom Plaza’s new Executive Director, Mary Brickel. At Freedom Plaza for only a few weeks, her post officially beginning on January 2, she replaces Kevin Knopf who left Freedom Plaza for the position of Regional Director for a large nonprofit health care organization. Freedom Plaza residents are delighted to welcome this personable, experienced and able professional as their leader and look forward to their forthcoming association with her. When the Christmas tree was lit, opening Freedom Plaza’s 2016 Holiday Season, it also opened a month of wondrous holiday activities. These included in-house presentations by several local church choirs and choruses, girl scout carolers, the Manatee Community Band and the Freedom Singers. Residents enjoyed special excursions to Hudson’s Dinner Theater Holiday Show and the Ditchfield Family Singers Christmas Concert in Sarasota, as well as to the monthly Florida Orchestra Coffee Concert. Holiday parties abounded throughout the month and December’s profusion of festivities ended with a sumptuous New Year’s Eve Gala in the Auditorium. The numerous “Happy New Year!” wishes exchanged on that evening are extended to all our friends in the Sun City Center community.
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Fish Dish Has Ancient Roots
Photo Credit: Phil Curry
By Angela Shelf Medearis One of the things I love the most about studying food is the insight that culinary traditions give you into history and culture. Recently, I’ve been reading about Christmas customs and holiday meals in Europe. I discovered a tradition called The Feast of the Seven Fishes, along with several delicious recipes for preparing fish. The fish is often used as a symbol of Christianity. Because of the persecution faced by the early church, when a Christian met a stranger in the road, the Christian sometimes drew one arc of the simple fish outline in the dirt. If the stranger drew the other arc, both believers knew they were in good company. Preparing and eating seafood on Christmas Eve in celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ is an old European tradition. Many families abstain from eating meat and serve only fish or other types of seafood on Christmas Eve. A typical feast features cod, eel, octopus, calamari, mussels, clams, shrimp and lobster. While researching the preparation of fish throughout history, I discovered a delicious recipe for fish poached in an inexpensive olive oil along with sliced cucumber and dill. The olive oil ensures that the fish will be moist, and the cucumber and dill compliment the dish perfectly. If you’re tired of preparing the same thing for your Christmas celebration, explore your families’ culinary heritage and create your own traditions. Poached Fish With Cucumbers 2 1/2 cups inexpensive olive oil 4 (6 ounce) pieces of thick salmon, halibut or other white fish filet, skinned 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 large hothouse cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, plus a few sprigs for garnish 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar Sea salt 1. Pour a thin layer of olive oil in a pan just big enough to hold the pieces of fish side by side. Season the fish on both sides with a little salt, place in pan and pour the rest of the oil over them -- it should just cover the fish. Very slowly heat the oil to 140 F, agitating it with a spatula now and then so it heats evenly. If you don’t have a thermometer, you can test the oil with your little finger -- the oil should just feel unpleasantly hot. 2. Take the pan off of the heat and leave it somewhere warm on top of the stove for 15 minutes, so the fish can poach gently in the oil. The temperature should remain at 130 F to 140 F; if necessary, keep placing the pan on and off the heat to maintain this temperature. 3. Shortly before the fish is ready, heat the extra-virgin olive oil in a large frying pan. Add cucumber slices and toss over medium heat for 1 minute. Add the dill, vinegar and a little salt. 4. To serve, divide the cucumber among 4 serving plates. Carefully lift the fish out of the oil, letting the excess drain off, and set it on top of the cucumber. Pour the oil into a cup, leaving behind the juices from the fish, which will have settled on the bottom of the pan. Spoon these juices around the edge of the plate, sprinkle the fish with a few sea-salt flakes, and garnish with a spring of dill. Serves 4.
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Photo credit Freedom Plaza Freedom Plaza’s new Executive Director, Mary Brickel, officiated at its traditional Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 6th in the Freedom Plaza Atrium.
Angela Shelf Medearis is an award-winning children’s author, culinary historian and the author of seven cookbooks. Her new cookbook is “The Kitchen Diva’s Diabetic Cookbook.” Her website is www.divapro.com. To see how-to videos, recipes and much, much more, Like Angela Shelf Medearis, The Kitchen Diva! on Facebook. Recipes may not be reprinted without permission from Angela Shelf Medearis. © 2016 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Living Alone
By Matilda Charles Some of us are moving into our most senior years alone. Perhaps we no longer have a spouse, or never had one. Not all of us have children. Or if we do, maybe their circumstances (or our relationship) won’t allow them to step in and take care of us if we get into a health crisis. Here are steps to take now, to be ready for whatever the future might bring. • Don’t let yourself become isolated. While it’s often more comfortable to just stay home, get out. Go to classes at the senior center. Volunteer somewhere. Make friends who see you on a regular basis and would know if you’re not somewhere you said you’d be. Cultivate a social network. • Get the paperwork organized. This can be huge and will take time, so start now. If you don’t have a will, see an attorney, one specializing in elder services. If you don’t have a medical power of attorney, sign one. Consider whether to have your monthly bills paid automatically from your bank if you become unable to write checks. • Stay as healthy as you can. If you ever needed a reason to lose some weight, let this be an incentive: What if you fall and can’t get yourself off the floor? Keep your bones and muscles strong with a good diet and exercise. • Keep your mind sharp. Brain games are available online and in books. Ask for some at the library. If nothing else, do the daily puzzles in the newspaper. • Consider whether you want to share living quarters with like-minded others, now or later. • Explore transportation options now, looking toward the day you might not be driving anymore. Perhaps taking a few of the above steps might be your New Year’s resolution. © 2016 King Features Synd., Inc.
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By Keith Roach, M.D. DEAR DR. ROACH: Can you tell me if there is any hope of a cure for tree-nut allergy, particularly for a child? -- X.M. ANSWER: Tree-nut allergies, like all allergies, vary in severity from mild to lifethreatening. Allergies to tree nuts (these include walnuts, cashews, almonds and others) are common, are more likely to be severe, and tend to persist throughout lifetime. People with one tree-nut allergy may have others, and about 30 percent to 40 percent also may be allergic to peanuts (despite their being legumes, they share enough characteristics for co-allergic reactions). Peanut and tree-nut allergies appear to be increasing in prevalence over time. The mainstay of treatment is avoiding the allergen, which requires constant vigilance, careful reading of nutritional labels and a plan for treatment in case of ingestion, such as an epinephrine auto-injector. Only about 15 to 20 percent of younger children will develop tolerance to (“outgrow”) their allergy; an allergy that develops later in life usually is life-long. Your allergist can do skin testing to see if the allergy is resolving. DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a retired ob-gyn and am married to a practicing MD. I’m writing you today about autism and its use as a diagnosis. My view is that each individual is unique, mentally and physically. While autism may be one way to describe a personality, each person must deal with the world on its terms, not because of a diagnosis. I personally believe I am a variant of Asperger’s, but who knows? I don’t qualify as an Asperger’s if given a test prepared by psychologists/psychiatrists. Yet, I have had many life experiences that are best explained by an Asperger’s diagnosis. What are your thoughts on Asperger’s syndrome? -- A.G. ANSWER: Since I recently published a letter by an adult who believed he was autistic despite never having received a diagnosis, I have had several letters like this. Autism, including its variant Asperger syndrome, is a spectrum of illnesses that share deficits in social interaction, communication and stereotyped, repetitive behaviors. In Asperger syndrome, there is no clinically significant delay in language and intellectual development. I certainly agree with you that each person is unique and that the label of a psychiatric condition, such as autism, bipolar or a personality disorder, has only limited usefulness. In the best case, it can give a person a way to start learning how to overcome challenges that similar people have faced. At worst, a label predisposes others to look at the person through a certain lens and to expect certain behaviors. I have had many patients with psychiatric diagnoses ask me not to put that into their medical record, after having built up enough trust to share the diagnosis with me. People have had such negative experiences based on their diagnosis, their label, that I don’t blame them for wanting to avoid being stereotyped. There is so much variation in all of these conditions -- even in those of us considered neurologically typical -- that we need to recognize the good and the bad side of making such a diagnosis. Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Readers may email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@med.cornell.edu. To view and order health pamphlets, visit www.rbmamall.com, or write to Good Health, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803. © 2016 North America Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved
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Military News Annual SCC Veterans’ Dinner/Dance
The annual Sun City Center Veterans’ Dinner/Dance will take place Saturday, March 4, 2017 in the CA’s Florida Room. It is sponsored by the combined SCC military veterans’ organizations. A social hour with appetizers will start at 5 p.m. A three-entrée buffet (carved steamship round, chicken marsala, and bourbon glazed salmon filet) by Banquet Masters with a great dessert bar will follow at 5:45 p.m. The program will be a mix of patriotism and entertainment. Music and dancing will be provided by “Masquerade Duo”. Dress is casual (Roaring 20’s). BYOB and setups. There will be both “50/50” and “Happy Hour Basket” raffles. Cost is $30 per person. All veterans and guests are invited. Tickets are now on sale. American Legion call 600-7616. DAV call 634-7761. Leathernecks call 634-6707. MOAA call 260-3257. MOWW call 633-1063. Silver Osprey Squadron and General Sales call 620-3221.
Deputy Robert Howard Presents Deputy Darlins Charity at MOWW Luncheon
By B. F. Kepley, CAPT USN (Ret) Deputy Robert Howard, District 4 motorcycle Unit, was the featured speaker at the Military Officers of the World Wars (MOWW) luncheon on December 15, which was held at the Freedom Plaza Club in Sun City Center. Deputy Howard, who has 12 years with the Hillsborough County Sheriff ’s Office (HCSO), discussed the Deputy Darlins 501(c)3 organization, which he has been involved with for 15 years. The Deputy Darlins was created in 1980 by CSO Donna Budd, for the purpose of helping families during Christmas time who have experienced some sort of hardship, i.e., loss of employment, medical conditions etc. There are currently eight patrol squads tasked with recommending two families each that are in dire need of their services. Although Budd retired three years Deputy Howard (left) and Lt. Col. Sam ago, the program continues through the Thompson, Commander of the local organizational efforts of her son-in-law MOWW Chapter. Deputy Robert Howard, his wife, Tracy (Budd’s daughter), and several other deputies and their spouses. Thanks to the generosity of the community’s residents, businesses, clubs and civic groups, the organization has helped countless children have a meaningful Christmas morning. MOWW presented Deputy Howard with a donation of $250 and Al Klein, a Leathernecks representative presented him with a $170 check from Dunkin Donuts and a $35 check from anonymous donors. In addition, the 50-50 drawing money ($100) was turned over to the charity by the various winners. Deputy Darlins is seeking toys and gifts for children ages one to 17. There is a special need for gifts for teenage girls. If you’d like to help, drop a new, unwrapped toy in a Deputy Darlins box at any of the numerous boxes located at various businesses or District IV substations.
Silver Osprey Host US Special Ops Command’s DPEO, SOFW
Presenting, “Manned and Unmanned Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) Aircraft” Si lve r Ospre y S qu a d ron # 6 4 , Association of Naval Aviation is pleased to welcome back Mr. Karl Rozelsky, Colonel, USAF(retired), currently serving as the civilian, Deputy Program Executive Officer, Special Operations Forces Warrior, US SOCOM, MacDill, Mr. Karl Rozelsky, AFB, Tampa Florida. This will be Colonel, USAF(retired) an unclassified presentation to be held at the Plaza Club on Friday, January 13, 2017. Meet and greet starts at 11 a.m. with a cash bar. Lunch at 12 noon. In this presentation, Mr. Rozelski will present the audience with a look at the US Military ISR program. He will present information on early, current and next generation platforms including the U-28, MC-12, DHC-8, MQ-1 and a number of other airborne platforms. Mr. Rozelski has spoken to our group in the past and we expect that this presentation, as in the past, will be informative, entertaining and energetic. We are all looking forward to his return. COL Rozelsky began his career as Communication Officer at RAF Croughton, United Kingdom. where he provided support to deployed forces during Operation DESERT STORM. His next assignment was to the C-17 Site Activation Task Force at Charleston, South Carolina. In 2001, he served as Executive Officer to the Director, Global Power Programs at the Pentagon and subsequently assigned as the F-16 Program Element Monitor and Program Manager, Multinational Fighter Program. Following his Pentagon tour, COL Rozelsky attended Intermediate Developmental Education at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA. After completion of PG School he was assigned to United States Special Operations Command at MacDill AFB. He also attended SDE at Air War College, Maxwell AFB, AL. COL Rozelsky also served as the Director, Afghanistan Acquisition Program Office delivering critical fixed wing aircraft to the fledgling Afghanistan Army Air Corps. He was then selected as the System Program Director for the RQ-4 Global Hawk (ACAT1D) $13B Global Hawk Unmanned Aircraft System at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. The Silver Osprey Squadron #64 and the Association of Naval Aviation are open to all individuals who have an interest in military aviation and is proud of its record of presenting up to date presentations from activity duty military personnel and their civilian counterparts who keep the aviation programs of the United States in the vanguard of research, development and utilization of our Air Assets. Luncheons are $14 for members and $17 for nonmembers. Please send your check Mr. Tom Harding, 309 Noble Faire Drive, Sun City Center, FL or call 813 634-1236. For information about membership email silverosprey@yahoo. com attention, CDR Roger Kennicutt, USN (ret), Commanding Officer. MQ-9 Reaper.
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Veterans Showing Continuously in CA Atrium TV
When Bill Hodges and Andy Ledoux, the photographer helping him, started the Veterans Photo Project started a year ago (November), they had no idea how many Community Association veterans would be involved. They still don’t, but to date, more than 400 have been photographed in their monthly photo sessions. The 400th, Ted Puzio, was photographed in November. Until this summer, the pictures were shown intermittently with presentations about CA happenings. Now they are run continuously on a dedicated TV, thanks to a donation by the Sun City Center Charitable Foundation which paid for two new TVs. Bill and Andy encourage any veteran of the U.S. Air Force, Army, Marines, Navy, Coast Guard, National Guard or Reserves--no matter how long they served or what duty they performed—to participate (CA members only). No documents are required for proof of service. The next photo session is set for Saturday, January 14. To be included, call Carol Donner at the CA office 813-633-3500 for more information and to be assigned an appointment time.
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LTC Mark Oliveri USA (Ret) was the featured speaker at the Military Officers of America Association (MOAA) monthly meeting on Wednesday, December 7 in the Florida Room at the North Side Atrium. The leadership experience of Lt. Col. Marc Oliveri, USAR (Ret), is significant. He’s held the positions of newsletter editor, membership chair, second vice president, first vice president, and president of the Palm Beach-Martin Counties (Fla.) Chapter and, before moving to Florida in 2008, vice president of the Military Officers Club of Long Island (N.Y.). But it doesn’t stop there. He also chaired the Florida Council of Chapters’ 2012 convention and served as southeast area vice president, newsletter editor, bylaws chair, membership chair, and vice president. He currently is president of the council, a role Oliveri first stepped up for when the Florida Council of Chapters president fell ill in early 2015. He completed the term and now is serving his own term. LTC Oliveri discussed the national MOAA organization and the importance of increasing membership numbers in order to be more effective in fighting for legislative events that affect veterans. Subsequently, LTC Oliveri inducted the local MOAA chapter Officers and Directors for 2017. In addition, Operation Warm Heart representatives Christopher Sheppard MSgt, USAF; Leona Smith, MSgt, USAF; and Brad Johnson, MSgt, First Sergeant, 6 CPT/WSA, attended to receive donations from the Military Family Support Trust and MOAA. Colin Howgill, and Nancy Alguire, chairman and president respectively of MFST donated $1000 and Charles Conover, president of MOAA donated $3,000. The United Methodist Church AAHME Ensemble, directed by Jeff Jordan sang the National Anthem and another Christmas song before lunch. The singing was excellent much appreciated by the members.
DAR Honors Veterans with Vietnam Lapel Pins
A Lasting Memento of the Nation’s Thanks! The Col. George Mercer Brooke chapter of the DAR took the opportunity at their Vietnam Commemorative program, held November 16, 2016, to honor all attending Veterans with the “Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin”. All veterans home and abroad who served on active duty during the Vietnam War period Nov. 1, 1955 to May 15, 1975 are eligible to receive a pin. Close to ninety veterans, guests and DAR members were in attendance for the meeting and pin ceremony. The lapel pins were presented to the veterans who came forward by Regent Jan Bassett and Vice Regent Marilyn Campbell. As each veteran received their pin, they were asked to state their name, branch of service and rank. Following the pin presentations, a round of applause and a standing ovation for the veterans concluded the ceremony.
By Kai Rambow Do you remember studying poetry in school? “No,” was a frequent response. “Didn’t like it,” replied others. If only we’d been taught that poetry can be fun. John Foster has just finished his latest poetry book, A Gesture of Words, with plenty of wit and humor. It’s a pleasure to read, and readers can learn about how to compose their own poetry with a wide variety of forms from 10 countries including Wales, Italy, France, Myanmar, Malaysia and Japan. Exemplifying learning new skills, Foster started writing poetry at 75. While he had written light stuff over the years for birthdays, weddings and anniversaries, Foster became “serious” during his retirement. Serious is in quotation marks because so much of his work is witty and fun. Curiosity led to Foster entering a library poetry contest entitled, Wit Lit. Foster didn’t place, but got such a kick out it and sharing with others, he decided to learn more about poetry. Foster educated himself online, wrote poetry and posted it online at “worldofpoets.” Here poets from around the country would share their feedback. After six months, some suggested to Foster that he publish his poems. Since then Foster joined several poetry groups, authored four poetry books, won numerous contests and was appointed a national poetry judge. He has also given workshops and served as a designated
Freedom Plaza resident John Foster, who has recently published his fourth book of poetry, A Gesture of Words, will present a program that promises both wit and wisdom, entertainment as well as information. An award-winning poet, he will draw on his own material—frequently comic, always clever-- to illustrate diverse poetry forms, giving their history and development. The event, which is open to the public, is slated for Saturday, January 7 at 7:15 p.m. in the Freedom Plaza Auditorium. The presentation will benefit the Freedom Plaza Scholarship Fund, with donations accepted at the door. Foster has also pledged a portion of book sales profit of the evening to the Freedom Plaza Scholarship Fund. He is a member of the Fund’s Board of Directors and has served that all-resident volunteer organization for several years and in various capacities. Freedom Plaza residents invite all who are interested to join them in “Discovering Poetry” with John Foster on January 7. For more information call (813) 642-1215 during business hours.
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reader for winning poets who are unable to be present. Closer to home, Foster is frequently asked to present his work to groups here. “I discovered so many interesting and exotic forms that I wanted to create a book suggesting to the reader that poetry can be so much more than rhyming stanzas and free verse,” enthuses Foster. His book already has a testimonial from Peter Meinke, the Poet Laureate of Florida. Bet you didn’t know we had one. You don’t read this type of book in one sitting. You read, you laugh, you digest it and return later for another nibble. This is fun for you and makes a great gift for others. A Gesture of Words may be purchased at amazon.com or to obtain a signed copy contact John Foster at “lojofoster@gmail.com”. Foster will be delivering a presentation on his book followed by a book signing on Sunday, January 15 at 2 p.m. in the Community Room at the SouthShore Library.
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South Bay Hospital Open House
By Diane M. Loeffler Approximately 600 area residents toured South Bay Hospital on Friday, December 2. After admiring South Bay Hospital’s beautiful tower, expanded and newly landscaped parking lot, and golf cart parking area under the front entrance portico, visitors entered a beautiful and spacious waiting room with a large welcome area. There they were met by hospital directors and other staff members who were their tour guides. Other staff members served cake and refreshments in the large outdoor eating area that adjoined the new cafeteria. There was even an ice cream truck under the portico.
The expansion includes a conference room, a break room for volunteers, the waiting area, cafeteria, and cancer resource center on the first floor. Upstairs are 12 new Intensive Care Units (ICU) rooms, and 14 Progressive Care Units (PCUs) for patients who no longer need to be in ICU. All of these are private rooms. The new beds in these rooms are inflatable with air rising capability to make the patients as comfortable as possible. The PCU rooms include fold out couches and recliner/sleeper chairs for family. Hidden computer stations in each room allow nurses to record patient information and to scan medications. Nurses’ modules are located in a niche that looks directly into two rooms at a time. Nursing stations are centrally located. The most impressive room is the isolation room. Sliding glass walls seal it off from the rest of the hospital wing. Negative pressure keeps the air in this space from mingling with the air in the rest of the hospital. Its special flooring is designed to prevent cross contamination. On Monday, December 5, patients were moved from existing rooms to these new spaces. The older sections of the hospital will be closed one section at a time so that eventually the entire hospital will be renovated to match the new tower. No one looks forward to going to any hospital, but if you do need to do so, having pleasant surroundings and upgraded equipment makes the situation better.
Chef Dan Unruh, the Director of Food and Nutrition, served cake to visitors.
South Bay Hospital’s Open House on December 5 was an opportunity for community members to visit the newly expanded section of the hospital.
The state-of-the art isolation room includes features that keep its air from mingling with the air from the rest of the hospital as well as special flooring to prevent cross contamination.
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Exploring New and Old at Ringling
By Kai Rambow When you think Ringling, you probably think circus. The Ringling encompasses a diverse collection with something of interest for just about everyone. What started as the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art continues to grow with a new addition this past year and one scheduled for later this year. Ca d’Zan This winter home built by John and Mable Ringling is a rich, fun explosion of architecture outside and inside. Mable Ringling loved Venice and fostered much of what she loved in the design and building of this mansion. This requires a separate ticket. While there are three different types of tours, I’d recommend the Private Places tour. Docents train for six months to guide these tours. Their knowledge combined with a small group makes for an intimate look at life at Ca d’Zan and helps preserve the mansion and its furnishings. Our docent, Manny Joaquin, visited Ringling many times and wanted to know more, so he became a guide. Unlike some overwhelming tours, Manny focused on the highlights of each room, allowing to us to learn what we were seeing and soak it in. Howard Tibbals Learning Center This is a hobby on steroids – and you’ll be glad it is. Opened several years ago, this addition houses a 1/16th scale miniature circus over 3,800 square feet. Tibbals handcrafted nearly one million pieces over 50 years, including 1,500 performers, 7,000 folding chairs for spectators and meals (dishes, tableware) for 900 people. While the numbers are impressive, the attention to detail is astonishing. The ticket booth has a money drawer with little bills. Remember this is 1/16th scale. When asked about this detail, which people can’t see, Tibbals replied, “I know it’s there. That’s all I care about.” This visually rich, 3D experience enables you to experience the grandeur of the circus at its peak. I’ve seen this a few times, and each time I spot something I didn’t see before. Also here is a brief history of the circus. It is beautifully displayed with easy-todigest segments providing a quick trip through time. Museum of Art “Most of our visitors are in the same category I was,” explained docent Leslie, “I thought this was just a circus museum. I was dumbstruck that all this great artwork is in our backyard.” Want to know what you’re looking at? Complimentary tours from the docents can be a great help. While the huge masterpieces by Rubens are impressive, thanks to the tours, visitors can discover other works of art. “Instead of an intense history lecture, we try to make it a conversation. ‘What do you see here?’” explained Leslie. “Docents are volunteers who are keen,” expanded Leslie. “It takes one year to train. There is a tremendous amount of reading you do on your own time, then levels of testing. We learn about all aspects of conservation and of our galleries (20+). It’s really rigorous and
a lot of fun. Once we’re trained, we’re free to determine what we’d like to focus on, so no two tours are the same.” That kind of dedicated volunteerism makes a difference. Tours start on the hour from 11 to 4 and run approximately 30 to 45 minutes. Circus Museum You’d expect one of these at the Ringling. Next door to the Tibbals Center, there are various artifacts from the circus. This does not take much time, so you can squeeze in a quick walk through. Asian Art Wing Attached to the Museum of Art, this newest addition opened in 2016, showcases a wide variety of Asian art. Experience a contrast in art, going from the giant Ruben’s paintings to the netsuke miniature Japanese sculptures. The detail in these small pieces of art is impressive. Tips for a Great Trip Timing: The winter months are a great time to go. Weekdays are better than weekends. Pick a day when the temperatures are pleasant, so you can enjoy the grounds while traveling between buildings. Driving: A 45-minute drive, take I-75 South, exit at 213 (University Pkwy), turn left and follow the road until it ends. Once you pass the Sarasota airport, get in the center lane so you cross the last set of lights straight. Parking is free. Walking: There are tram (golf car) stops throughout the grounds to help people get around. You only have to wait a few minutes for a golf cart and the driver will then take you where you want to go.
Ca d’Zan, the Ringlings’ winter home.
Dining Options: The Muse, near the main entrance, has a nice menu with decent prices for lunch. The Banyan Café, located near the center, has sandwiches, hot dogs and hamburgers with nice outdoor seating available. There is also a designated picnic area should you choose to pack your food. Prices: Seniors, $23; Children 6-17, $5; Ca d’Zan private places tour $30. You may want to consider a membership for two with numerous benefits. Experience Ringling a few times, then take the grandchildren for the highlights. The Tibbals Learning Center alone, is worth the price for children. The Ringling 5401 Bay Shore Rd. Sarasota, FL 34243 (941) 359-5700 www.ringling.org Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (8 p.m. Thursdays) More Pictures on page 24.
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SCC Shuffleboard Club Holds Christmas Party
The SCC Shuffleboard Club held their annual Christmas Party in the Florida Room this year. The event was well attended, with 70-plus partygoers. The event was catered this year so the members could just come and enjoy the evening with friends. Pattie White with the help of club President Norm White organized the event which featured some musical, comedic entertainment by Carolyn Hunter on the guitar and Ed Watson on the harmonica, both from the Front Porch Pickers of Sun City Center. They performed a song about shuffleboard that Carolyn had written and also did some “name that tune” songs and the members guessed for prizes. Edie Hazelton helped decorate and managed the reception table while John Karg sold raffle tickets. There was a drawing for a number of gifts, some of which were donated by Cristine Dias. Shirley Osewalt made the vegetable trays and Dianna Lansberry made the cheese and crackers for the appetizer table. Paul Carrol was selected to draw the winning ticket for the 50/50 raffle. All of the members in attendance also received a $5 gift certificate from Winn Dixie and the Club wishes to thank Winn Dixie for the $20 discount they gave for the gift certificates.
Lawn Bowling Ladies Triples Champions
By Gary Higgins In the final game of the annual Suncoasters (ladies) Triples tournament, it was the team of Linda McDougall (Skip), Cassie Kroll (Vice) and Donna Blaine (Lead), against Kathy Gonnella (Skip), Carol Fahnestock (Vice) and Corrie McLellan (Lead). The winner and the 2016 Champions are Team Gonnella. It was a great game played in great Florida weather. The “Suncoasters” is the ladies Suncoasters Triples Champions Kathy competitive division of the Sun City Gonnella, Corrie McLellan and Carol Center Lawn Bowling Club. Affiliated Fahnestock. with Bowls USA, this group often competes at other clubs throughout Florida. Don’t have a competitive streak? Not a problem. The Sun City Center Lawn Bowling and Croquet Club also has “strictly fun” activities – during the day and under the lights. Visit www.suncitycenterlbc.com for more information.
SCC Swim Dancers Seeking Men
SCC Swim Dancers are seeking a few good men with a sense of humor to participate in their annual swim show on March 11, 2017. Swim skills are not necessary but must be willing to put head underwater. Classroom practices will be held in February with some pool practices in early March. To be included in the fun swim show contact Sue at 813-633-2479.
The NEW Bicycle Club of Sun City Center
By Phyllis Laufer Now that we are official, let’s make Sun City Center a safer place for cyclists. This is your chance to meet other cyclists that bike like you. But, Job #1 is safety, so here are a few tips, which we will explore further in future articles. Wear a properly fitted bicycle helmet; see and be seen, and use a rear view mirror; adjust your bicycle to fit, especially the height of your seat; inflate your tires and check your brakes; control your bike and always be on the look-out for road hazards; avoid riding at night unless you have proper lighting. In the rare, improbable, almost impossible possibility that you will fall, unfortunately, your head does not get to choose where it will land. Whether you are biking 8 mph or 18 mph, if your head hits the concrete, the edge of a curb, a mailbox or rocks, you’re going to hurt or worse. One thing for sure, your head will not land on soft snow. Be kind to your noggin and wear your helmet. For more information about the Bicycle Club, contact Phyllis Laufer.
Goodman Hits the Bullseye
Bob Goodman has made impressive improvements with his archery skills since his first free lesson the previous week. A couple days after receiving his second lesson, Bob purchased his own archery equipment and joined the SCC Archery Club. Any CA member who wants to try archery can receive free lessons from the Archery Clubs Instructor, Jerry Anderson. Just call Jerry at 330-206-7048. All equipment is provided for your use while receiving your lessons.
Competitive Tennis Club News
The Sun City CTC held their semi-annual membership meeting and luncheon on December 15, 2016 at the beautiful home of member Nan Baytos. Pictured, seated L to R: Nan Baytos, Betty Zeller, Debbie Zieg and Jackie Goding. Standing, L to R: YongSun Hodge, Elaine Davis, Edna Carlin, Jean Bartell, Nancy Restum, Alice Friedlein, Dee Kelly, Trudy Saraniti, Sue Smith, Petra Stimmel and Mary Lou Dando
Jingle Bell Rockin’ Round Robin Tennis
Apollo Beach tennis players invited Sun City Center “A” Team traveling tennis players to a fun Jingle Bell Rockin’ Round Robin play followed by lunch at The Apollo Bistro.
SCC Pickleball Club Holds Golf Scramble at the Sandpiper
Sun City Center Pickleball Club organized a golf scramble at the Sandpiper Golf Club on December 4, 2016. Six teams teed off on a bright, windy Sunday morning to play an 18-hole scramble. Each player contributed a couple dollars to go to the winning team. SCC Pickleball Club director Bill Walker who organized the outing, hosted a hot dog lunch immediately afterwards and awarded the prize money. The winners were Renee Bray, John Colgren, and Ron Golic at 7 under par, and closest to the pin winners on par 3’s were Mary Huntington and Winning team: John Colgren, Renee Bray, Ron Golic. Don Hammond. This is just another of the many Club social activities available to the SCC Pickleball Club membership. To learn more about us visit our website at “www.pickleball.suncityctr.org”. The six team members were as follows: Team 1: Bill Walker, Don Hammond, Mike Schmedlin, Al Schmidt; Team 2: Kevin Burk, Jeff Bennet, Lynn Seevers, Judi Brogden; Team 3: Greg Bolduc, Artie Esposito, Mary Huntington; Team 4: Gary Turner, Bobby Hall, Gary Blatt, Mike Moore; Team 5: Dave Gellman, Gary Seller, Jack Shroeder, Roy Childrey; Team 6: Renee Bray, John Colgren, Ron Golic.
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GOLF SCORES Hogans Golf Club of Sun City Center & Kings Point Wednesday, November 23, Course: Sandpiper Oaks-Lakes 1st: Francis Hendr icks on, Ha l Wold, Fran k Rovnanik, Larry St. John, Bill Smythe, and Syl Amos - Tied at 1 Skin: LowNet: Larry St. John - 61: Low-Gross: Ruben Jones - 80: Birds: Ruben Jones - 2 Birds; Ron Dickey - 1 Bird: Saturday, November 26;Course: Freedom Fairways 1st: Victor Holove and Ray Bui - Tied at 3 Skins 2nd: Dick Fiedler - 1 Skin Low-Net: Ray Bui - 58 Low-Gross: Ray Bui - 72 Birds: Dick Fiedler - 1 Bird: Saturday, November 26 Course: Sandpiper Oaks-Lakes; 1st: Larry St. John - 1 Skin Low-Net: Fred Mayes - 60 Low-Gross: Tom Gotschall - 78 Birds: Todd Lee, Ruben Jones, and Wilf Pennell - 1 Bird: Monday, November 28 Course: Summerfield Crossing 1st: Bob Mizack - 2 Skins 2nd: Ruben Jones - 1 Skin Low-Net: Ruben Jones - 64 LowGross: Ruben Jones - 80 Birds: Ruben Jones - 1 Bird: Wednesday, November 30 Course: Sandpiper Palms-Oaks; Flight 1: 1st: Walt Weldon, Ellis Creve, and Francis Hendrickson - Tied at 1 Skin Low-Net: Ruben Jones - 66 LowGross: Paul Swakow - 81 Birds: Francis Hendrickson, Walt Weldon, and Paul Swakow - 1 Bird: Wednesday, November 30 Course: Sandpiper Palms-Oaks; Flight 2: 1st: Fred Mayes - 2 Skins 2nd: John Colgren and Doug McFaul - Tied at 1 Skin Low-Net: Larry St. John - 63 Low-Gross: Charles Wagner - 81 Birds: John Jackson and Charles Wagner - 2 Birds; Doug McFaul and John Colgren 1 Bird: Saturday, December 3; Course: Freedom Fairways1st: Ray Shaw, Ken Kirwin, and Ray Bui - Tied at 2 Skins Low-Net: Ray Shaw - 50 Low-Gross: Ray Shaw - 69 Birds: Ray Shaw - 2 Birds Ken Kirwin and Bob Harris - 1 Bird: Date: Saturday, December 3 Course: Sandpiper Lakes-Palms; Flight 1;1st: Bill Robinette and John Colgren - Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: Tom Boyle and Don Mowry Tied at 1 Skin Low-Net: Tom Boyle and Don Mowry - Tied at 65 Low-Gross: Greg Banks - 80 Birds: Greg Banks - 2 Birds; Ruben Jones - 1 Bird: Saturday, December 3; Course: Sandpiper LakesPalms; Flight 2; 1st: Jay Sparkman - 3 Skins 2nd: John Jackson - 2 Skins 3rd
Place: Francis Hendrickson - 1 Skin Sports continued from 25. Low-Net: Francis Hendrickson - 65 Golf Tourney Raises Thousands for Campaign Low-Gross: Charles Wagner - 77 Birds: Against Human Trafficking Jay Sparkman - 2 Birds; John Jackson - 1 The Campaign Against Human Trafficking (CAHT) – South Shore, held its annual Bird: Saturday, December 10 Course: Freedom Fairways 1st: David Gellman fall Golf Outing Fundraiser at the end of October at Club Renaissance. Over 80 and Ray Bui - Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: Dick golfers enjoyed a beautiful sunny day that included golf, putting contest, an Italian Fiedler and Gary Marchman - Tied buffet dinner, door prizes and a 50/50 raffle worth over $300 to the happy winner! at 1 Skin Low-Net: Dick Fiedler - 52 Century 21 Beggins Enterprises of Sun City Center heavily supported this event, Low-Gross: Ray Bui - 70 Birds: Ray not only with agents on the planning committee, volunteering at the event, and Bui - 3 Birds; Gary Marchman and Dick golfers, but also by being a Platinum $1,000 donor. Plus, Angie Henkel, daughter Fiedler - 1 Bird: Saturday, December 10 of one of the agents, won the putting contest! The PDQ foursome from Riverview, Course: Sandpiper Palms-Oaks; Flight another Platinum donor, walked away with the winning score. Something extra added to the excitement of the golfers this year with the 1, 1st: Walt Weldon, Don Mowry, John Colgren, and George Jenkins - Tied at 1 opportunity to win a golf cart for a hole-in-one. Gordon and Wendy Dimmock, Skin Low-Net: John Colgren - 63 Low- owners of Ray’s Golf Carts of Sun City Center sponsored the hole-in-one and Gross: Greg Banks and Wilf Pennell offered to paint the winner’s cart in their choice of colors. Alas, no one won, but - Tied at 81 Birds: John Jackson and there’s always next year! Proceeds from the golf outing will be used to assist with shelters to house rescued Wilf Pennell - 2 Birds; Walt Weldon - 1 Bird: Saturday, December 10 Course: victims of human trafficking. The Campaign Against Human Trafficking works to Sandpiper Palms-Oaks; Flight 2; 1st: fight human trafficking through Advocacy, Awareness, Prevention, Victim Services Ellis Creve, Don Rudderham, John and Fundraising to bring this heinous problem to light. General Meetings, including Schachte, Jenice Taylor, Ray Curry, a speaker, are held on the third Monday of the month at 1 p.m. and the public is Francis Hendrickson - Tied at 1 Skin invited to attend. The meeting location is The United Methodist Church, Room Low-Net: Don Rudderham - 62 Low- 30, 1210 W. Del Webb Blvd., Sun City Center. For further information, please call Gross: Jenice Taylor - 88: Monday, 813-603-3100 or visit our website at www.SCCBlueHeart.org. December 12 Course: Summerfield Crossings 1st: Francis Hendrickson - 3 Skins 2nd: Hal Wold, Harold Davis, and Bob Mizack - Tied at 1 Skin LowNet: Todd Lee - 71 Low-Gross: Todd Lee - 85 Birds: Francis Hendrickson - 1 Bird: Wednesday, December 14 Course: Sandpiper Palms-Oaks 1st: Doug McFaul - 2 Skins 2nd: Bob Mizack, Tom Boyle, Dan Stephens, Walt Weldon, Syl Amos, and Ellis Creve - Tied at 1 Skin Low-Net: Bob Mizack - 65 LowGross: Walt Weldon - 82 Birds: Walt Weldon - 2 Birds; Dan Stephens - 1 Jaden Kanoza helped with the putting Bird: Wednesday, December 14 Course: Putting Contest Winner – the winner with hole-in-one on the putting contest was contest. Sandpiper Palms-Oaks 1st: Larry St. aAngie Henkel. John, John Jackson, and John Colgren - Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: Todd Lee, Hal Wold, and Travis Lansberry - Tied at 1 Skin Low-Net: John Jackson - 63 LowGross: Todd Lee and John Jackson Tied at 80 Birds: Larry St. John, John Jackson, and Todd Lee - 1 Bird.
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SCC Pickleball Club Members Win Dink for Pink Open Tournament
SCC Pickleball Club Members Sue Smith and Debbie Zieg teamed up to win first place in the Dink for Pink Women’s Open Pickleball Tournament, hosted by Valencia Lakes to raise money for Moffitt Cancer Center. On November 2 and 3, eighty women competed and raised over $10,000. One hundred percent of the registration fees and donor pledges will all go to the charity as local sponsors paid for tournament costs. Several other SCC Pickleball Club members also participated in the twoday event.
The Swim Dancers prepare to swim with Doris the Dog for the Saturday, March 11, 2017 annual swim show.
Swim Dancers Annual Show
Mark your calendars for the SCC Swim Dancers’ annual show on Saturday, March 11, 2017 to be held at 2 p.m. in the lap pool of the Community Association Central Campus off North Pebble Beach Dr. The show’s theme is “ Lovin to Swim” and the gals will perform swim routines to fabulous music representing things that they LOVE! For only a $3 donation, you can enjoy a delightful event that will take you down memory lane. So marks your calendars for the Saturday before FunFest. Tickets will be available sometime in March. For info. Contact Dana 813-633-5927.
Duplicate Bridge Birthdays
December birthdays were celebrated at the recent Duplicate Bridge Association of Sun City Center Saturday game. Pictured back row are, Lesley Cox, Noel Kohn, Becky Rahe and Dennis Tritabaugh. Seated, Phyllis Morgan, Jerri Lerch and Karol McGee all celebrating December birthdays.
Duplicate Bridge Association Holiday Party
The Duplicate Bridge Association of Sun City Center recently held their Holiday Party in the Florida Room. The room was almost filled to capacity for this very popular annual event. The many members present enjoyed an evening with wonderful food, catered by Banquet Masters and entertainer, Mark Ralston, an extremely talented impressionist who wowed everyone present. Club Manager, Ron Golik was again this year’s Master of Ceremonies and conducted his annual trivia contest, all agreed it was much harder this year. Club President, Sue Batt, thanked all present for attending and gave special thanks to the Hospitality Committee, Claudia Tritabaugh, Deb May, Beverly Noren, Valerie Pelkowski, Barb Gray, Tom Goselin and Terrie Chalone for their great efforts in arranging the food, entertainment and table arrangements, all of which were outstanding. For news on duplicate bridge events please check the website at www.sunccbridge.com.
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Table Tennis Shines At State Tournament
Table tennis has become such a popular sport that, for the first time, the Florida State Tournament was held over two days. Monday, December 5, was for ages under 70 years and Tuesday, December 6, was for those over 70 years. It was held at The Long Center in Clearwater. Singles, doubles and mixed doubles were played for medals. The John Donnelly Table Tennis Club of Sun City Center had nine players participating, winning a total of 16 medals: nine gold, five silver and two bronze.
Senior Games Gold Medal Winner
SCC Archery Club Member, Wilma Fetters received a Gold Medal for winning her division at the December 3, Florida Senior Games held in Clearwater. Wilma earned her win by spending many hours practicing at the SCC Archery Club’s range on the South Campus behind the dog park. Wilma and her husband Jim joined the SCC Archery Club in November of 2014, and received free archery instructions from the club instructor Jerry Anderson.
SCC Tennis Players Qualify for Nationals
The Sun City Center Competitive Tennis Club and Tennis Association traveled to Florida State Senior Games recently at Innisbrook Resort in Palm Harbor. All eight players won medals qualifying them to compete in the National Senior Games in Birmingham, AL in June. Qualifying in singles are Edna Carlin, silver 50-54, Nancy Williams silver in 70-74 and Gary Taylor silver in 50-54. The women’s doubles qualifiers are Sheryl Doom with Deb Zieg bronze in 60-64, Edna Carlin with Nancy Williams silver in 50-54, Rolande Poulin with Barbara Jones bronze in 75-79 and Ron Doom with Rex Moore silver in 65-69. Tennis player Mary Taylor 50-54 won gold in Edna Carlin (left) and Nancy Williams (right) won silver in 50-54 age bracket. golf at Innisbrook.
Sun City Center Softball
The softball fall session has ended and the teams for the Winter Draft have been picked. What a great session for the teams that played in the fall session! The teams were pretty even up until the end of the session with six teams going into the last day able to get into the playoffs. The first two teams at the top the Bad S’s and the Tribe ended up with the exact same record with nine wins and four losses and 90 defensive runs scored against them to give them co-champion title for the fall session. The next two teams in third and fourth place had to win that last day to stay in the playoff picture. They were Nothin’ Fancy and The Cardinals both with a seven-win, five-loss season. The teams in fifth and sixth place The Ballbusters with a 6 ½ wins and The New York Giants with 6 wins, still had a chance to get into the playoff games if the Nothin’ Fancy and the Cardinals lost their games. For the playoffs, since there were two teams that were tied for first place, they flipped a coin for the first place seed. The Bad S’s won the toss and got to pick which playoff game they wanted to play. They choose the second game which meant the first game was between the Tribe and Nothin’ Fancy who won their last game of the session to get into the playoffs. Nothin’ Fancy beat the Tribe by the score of 16-4. The Tribe could not get their hitting going that day. The next game was the Bad S’s against the New York Giants who won their last game of the session and were in because the Ballbusters and the Cardinals lost their last game. The Bad S’s won this game over the New York Giants with a score of 13 – 4. The last game came down to the first place team the Bad S’s and the third-place team Nothin’ Fancy. Nothin’ Fancy ran out of steam this game and could not get their hitting going. The Bad S’s won strong with a score of 11 – 4. The Winter Draft has already been decided but, if you would like to sign up for the spring session which starts. February 17, sign up online at www.suncitycentersoftball. org by February 8. Or you can come down and watch on Tuesday and Friday’s from 9:00 – 4:30. We will have pickup games the rest of December which anyone can play in. The Diamondettes serve hamburgers and hot dogs for a donation on Fridays during the session’s. See you at the field!!
Sheryl Doom (left) and Deb Zieg (right) won bronze in 60-64 age bracket.
Rex Moore (left) and Ron Doom (right) won silver in 65-69 bracket.
SCC Lawn Bowling: Men’s & Ladies’ Invitational Pairs
This year, sixteen men’s teams and ten ladies’ teams competed in the fourth annual, Pairs Invitational Tournament hosted by the Sun City Center Lawn Bowling and Croquet Club. Each division (men and ladies) played three twelve-end games under sunny skies with moderate temperatures. Visiting teams came from Sarasota, Clearwater, The Villages and Port Charlotte. The winners for the ladies were the Port Charlotte team of Kathy Smith and Joelle Russell, and for the men, George Menzies (Sarasota) with John Dunn (visiting from Scotland). The Sun City Center team of Diann Thomas and Ava Casper took second place in the Ladies section, and the SCC team of Jim Byrne and Jim Casper came in fourth on the men’s side. You too can discover this great outdoor sport, simply drop by the Green (behind the library) and any member there will be more than happy to assist you. You can also visit suncitycenterlbc.com for lots more information about the sport and the Club.
Diann Thomas and Ava Casper 2nd Place – Ladies’ Division.
Jim Byrne and Jim Casper 4th Place - Men’s Division.
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The Aquasizers Swim Club of Sun City Center donated for the third year at their Christmas Party Toys for kids many bikes were a big part of the toys. Toys were picked up by Hillsborough County Sheriff Dept. to distribute to children.
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SCC Pickleball Players Win Charlotte Harbor Hospice Cup
Lynn Seevers and Kevin Burke
Local residents of Sun City Center, Lynn Seevers and Kevin Burke won Silver Medals in the Mixed 3.5 Doubles Pickleball Tournament. Lynn Seevers also took Silver with Lucia Dias from Apollo Beach in the Women’s 3.5 Doubles Category. This November 19 and 20, 2016 charity event with roughly 160 teams participating was held at Gilchrist Park, Punta Gorda to raise money for families of hospice patients.
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SCC Pickleball Club Merry Christmas Party
The SCC Pickleball Club held their holiday Christmas Party on December 14 in the Florida Room of the Community Center on the north campus. More than 115 members and guests were in attendance as the Club’s president, Renee Bray, was master of ceremony for the evening of fun. The group sang Christmas carols and distributed over 30 donated gifts to the attendees as their numbers were pulled from a hat. A luscious dinner of ham and turkey was provided by the club. Following dinner, we were entertained by DJ “Classic Entertainment”, whose music inspired dancers to jitterbug, twist, line dance, and waltz the evening away. Thanks to the party organizers Helen Tavares, Bernadette Cole, Renee Bray, Jayne Bojar, Eve Blaszur, Anita Hill and Debi Tourangeau, as well as several others on setup and cleanup, the party was a resounding success once again. This evening of fun is just another benefit of membership in the SCC Pickleball Club. Come and join in the excitement both on and off the courts. To learn more, see our website “www. pickleball.suncityctr.org”.
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Driving and Sharing the Road with Golf Carts
By Diane M. Loeffler If you have never attended one of Deputy Merry’s presentations, you are really missing a chance to learn a lot and to have your questions answered. Before the official presentation, the deputy tells everyone about recent events in the area and answers questions on a variety of topics. During the talks, Merry answers questions as they arise. He talks with individuals afterwards as well. During the presentation, Dep. Merry talks about topics that have a direct impact on Sun City Center and Kings Point residents. There are four different places and times, so you can attend whatever time and day is the most convenient for you. On December 13, 35 individuals attended the morning talk on CA’s north campus. The official topic in December was golf carts. Did you know that golf carts are pre-set for a maximum speed of 19.5 mph? If you modify your golf cart in a way that changes its maximum speed to 20-25 mph, your cart is now categorized as a ‘low speed vehicle’ and you must get a tag and registration from the DMV. Golf carts cannot drive on any sidewalk unless it is specifically designated as a golf cart path such as the north side of Upper Creek Drive and the west side of Cortaro Drive where signs indicate that it is a golf cart path. Please note that bicycles are also allowed on those paths too. Carts have been seen driving on the sidewalk near Walgreens. If caught, offenders could be fined $168. There is a $166 fine for driving a golf cart on public roads that are not specifically listed as exempted roads with Hillsborough County. An individual driving on a non-exempted road could
Before beginning his presentations, Deputy Merry fills us in on current events and answers questions.
face other fines and charges as well. Due to the increasing population, the county has announced that there will be no additional exemptions issued for public streets. Florida law specifies that golf carts must obey traffic laws. Do not pass in a no passing zone. Signal whenever turning. If you do not have electric turn signals, indicate your intention to turn by giving the arm signals that are used by bicyclists. Come to a full and complete stop at stop signs and must obey all traffic signals. Do not drive on sidewalks. Do not make illegal U-turns. Merry says, “If you are on public roads, you may only operate your golf cart in daylight hours. This is true even if you have real headlight and real flashing signals… Only individuals ages 14 or over may drive a golf cart on a public road. Golf carts must be equipped with efficient brakes, reliable steering, safe tires, rearview mirrors and red, reflectorized warning device on both the front and rear of the cart.” As a courtesy, golf carts should keep to the right side of the road unless planning to make a left turn. In that case, the cart should be in the regular car lane so that
the driver isn’t making a left turn across multiple lanes. Legally, golf carts are allowed in car lanes on public roads that have golf cart exemptions. Cars must not park in golf cart places unless a sign specifically says that it is permitted. The only area with such a sign is along the gym. Even then, cars are allowed only after sunset. In all other places, a car in a cart space sticks out too far and would not permit for the safe passage of emergency vehicles. Merry says, “Motorcycles and scooters may park in golf cart parking places if the vehicle fits within the lines for the space with no overlap” Golf carts may park in car parking places. When carts park in these spaces, they should park to the far edge of the space so that two carts can fit into one space. Merry says, “Golf carts may park in handicapped parking places. The placard goes with the person, not the vehicle. However, the placard must be displayed and carts should park two to a space.” An audience member voiced her concern that someone might steal her placard. Merry answered, “I would suggest that you tape it on your windshield with heavy packing tape. If
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you need a second placard for your car, go to the DMV and request one.” Golf carts should be registered with the SCC Security Patrol. If you do not have a registration sticker with a number, there are registration dates twice a year or you may call the Security Patrol to request an appointment. The Security Patrol cart registration list is shared with police. If your cart were to be stolen, then it is more easily retrieved if it is registered. At the December 13 seminar, several individuals told about times when someone accidentally took a cart that looked similar to theirs. Thanks to the vehicles being registered, they were returned to their owners. The keys of golf carts are often interchangeable. If you would like your cart to have a unique ignition and key, most golf cart dealers can do that for you. Check this paper for future topics and presentation times. Deputy Merry always has something new to say, information that will keep you in compliance with the law and, most importantly, safe. See Deputy Merry’s January event schedule on page 6.
If a golf cart parking space is not available, golf carts may park in car parking places. If you do so, please park close enough to the edge that two carts can fit in one space.
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FAITH & service Redeemer Lutheran Women to Meet
Doctors Without Borders will be the presentation for Redeemer Lutheran’s Women of the ELCA meeting on Wednesday, January 18. We will begin with refreshments at 9:30 a.m. followed by the program at 10. Everyone is invited to come see the incredible work they do. For more information, call 813-634-1292. The church is located at 701 Valley Forge Blvd.
Christian Women’s Connection Luncheon
Please join us for our first luncheon of the New Year on Thursday, January 12 at Club Renaissance, 2121 South Pebble Beach Blvd., Sun City Center as we welcome inspirational speaker Carole Bardacos who will share her story “Beware of Rose Colored Glasses.” Carole will also give us some great cleaning tips using all natural, environmentally friendly ingredients. Seating begins at 11 a.m. with meal and program from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. A delicious salmon salad will be served or you may select the alternate chicken caesar salad when you make your reservation. Price is $18 inclusive. Please make your reservations or cancellations before 10 a.m. on Monday, January 9 by contacting Gail Green at (813) 634-2159 or rgreen01@ tampabay.rr.com..
Bingo Luncheon
Prince of Peace Catholic Church’s Council of Catholic Women (CCW) is hosting a Bingo Luncheon on January 26, 2017 at the Conesa Center, 702 Valley Forge Blvd, Sun City Center. Doors will open at 11:30 with a lite lunch served at 12 noon. Following lunch, 10 games of bingo will be played for the opportunity to win wonderful prizes. Tickets, which include the lunch and three bingo cards, are $15 and will be sold in the Conesa Center Lobby on the following dates: January 6, 9, 13, 16, 18 and 20 from 9 – 11 a.m. Last Day to Purchase is January 20. Extra bingo cards as well as Share the Wealth tickets will be sold at the event. If you have any further questions, please contact Shirley McCluskey at 813-634-8381.
HOPE Children Sing for TWF Fellowship Lunch
The Children’s Choir from HOPE Children’s Home in Tampa were the guests at the December Trinity Women’s Fellowship. The children, ranging from elementary to high school age, enjoyed a delicious lunch plus yummy desserts that the ladies brought to the Fellowship Hall. The women gave $1,070 in gift cards and monetary donations to HOPE Children’s Home for the children for Christmas. Following lunch, long stem red roses were Photo by Nancy Williams given to those 16 ladies who served on the leadership team for 2016. Stan Pittman, Outreach Director and Choir Director, then led the children in singing both inspirational and secular Christmas songs. The program ended with a sing-a-long of holiday tunes by all in attendance. For more information about Trinity Women’s Fellowship (TWF) check the website at www.trinitybaptistscc.com or call 813-634-4228.
Beth Israel Announces February Sisterhood Program
Featuring guest speaker Sujith Idiculla. All are welcome to attend an informative talk on food and drug interaction. Presented by Beth Israel Sisterhood on February 7, 2017 at 1 p.m. at Beth Israel Congregation, 1115 Del Webb Blvd. E. Light refreshments will be served following the program. For more information, contact Freyda at “freydacohen@earthlink.net”.
Prince of Peace Catholic Church Council of Catholic Women January Meeting
The CCW monthly general membership meeting will take place on January 5 – beginning with 8 a.m. mass, immediately followed by a continental breakfast business meeting and speaker in the Conesa Center. Our guest speaker is Roger Sheets, Treasurer of the Tampa Audubon Society and a member of the Tampa Audubon Photo Club, who will share his knowledge of Florida’s Birds. Through his many photos, we will all expand our knowledge of these beautiful creatures which brighten our everyday world in Florida. Guests are always welcome. Please note that the suggested donation for this is now $3.
RB and The Gang Returning to United Methodist Church
The United Methodist Church of Sun City Center, 1210 Del Webb Blvd. West, welcomes RB and the Gang back in concert by popular demand Friday, January 20, 2017 at 7 p.m. Originally from Memphis, Tennessee and now located in Tampa, RB and the Gang is a 50s, 60s and 70s and Motown rock and roll band. They have packed major clubs throughout the United States and performed in concert with such well known acts as The Drifters, The Platters, The Coasters, Herman’s Hermits, Jerry Lee Lewis and many others. A donation of just $10 is requested at the door on the night of the concert. Concert goers are encouraged to arrive early for a good seat, as a large turn-out is expected. For additional information about this and other concerts and recitals at the United 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.umcscc.org.
GFWC Sun City Center Woman’s Club
The Woman’s Club of Sun City Center has made a generous donation of $1,000 to the Meals on Wheels portion of the program managed by Samaritan Services. These monies will go toward purchasing new hot meal boxes as well as all the peripheral expenses associated with operating this program. The SCC Woman’s Club coordinates Sharon Alvarez, Angie Maze, Linda the volunteers for the Meals on Wheels Corbin and Julie Floyd. program which can be challenging since drivers are needed for both Sun City Center and Kings Point, seven days a week, 365 days a year to deliver the meals prepared by South Bay Hospital. The SCC Woman’s Club has been in in existence for over 50 years and has been supportive in many charitable and civic projects. Volunteers are always welcomed and there will be programs that would peak your interest. If you are interested in joining the SCC Woman’s Club, please contact the Membership Secretary at P.O. Box 5434, Sun City Center, FL 33571 or email them at “wcmembership33573@yahoo.com”. Samaritan Services is also always looking for volunteers for the many programs they conduct. If you are interested in volunteering call 813-634-9283 or stop by their office located at 1207 North Pebble Beach Blvd., Sun City Center, FL.
Redeemer Lutheran Donates Toys
Members of Redeemer Lutheran Church recently collected and donated a large number of toys for Balm Good Samaritan Mission. Additional toys were also purchased and donated through a Thrivent Financial grant. Standing in front of some of the toys from left to right are Theresa Cruz, Caroline Masucci and Mike Trefren who delivered the items for Redeemer.
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Saint Jude Medal Award
Congratulations to Michael and Shirley McCluskey who received the 2016 Diocese of St. Petersburg St. Jude the Apostle Award for Prince of Peace Catholic Church on Sunday, November 20, at the St. Jude the Apostle Cathedral from Bishop Robert N. Lynch. Thank you to Mike and Shirley for the many ways they share their time and talent.
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Samaritan Services Fundraiser Dance
Samaritan Services is having a fundraiser dance on Friday January 27, 2017 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the SCC Community Hall (1910 S Pebble Beach Blvd.). The tickets can be purchased at the Samaritan Services building (1207 N Pebble Beach Blvd.) for $10 apiece. The entertainment will be provided by Taylor n’ Taylor. BYO snacks and drinks.
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Chai Chapter of Hadassah Party
Chai Chapter of Hadassah is going to party and have a blast! Please join us on January 15, 2017, as we celebrate the installation of our board. LOCATION: Sandpiper Grill, 1702 Pebble Beach Blvd. SCC. TIME: 1 p.m. COST: 20 per person includes hot luncheon and entertainment. Entertainment by the one and only “Craig Singleton”. If you have seen Craig before, you’ll want to see him again. Raffles and door prizes. Please RSVP to Carol “monkeyandwife@yahoo.com”. Payment will not be accepted at the door. Email for further information
SouthShore United Church of Christ, 1501 La Jolla Ave., will host the next Women of Faith Meet and Greet on Tuesday, January 24, 2017. The gathering will begin at 10 a.m. in the Hospitality Hall of the church. All women of faith in SCC, KP and the surrounding area are invited to attend. Come share the “goodies” the UCC women prepare and enjoy the entertainment. For more information contact Paula 633-6739.
Card Game and Social
Prince Of Peace Catholic Church, Conesa Center, 702 Valley Forge Blvd. Thursday, January 12, 2016, from 12 to 3 p.m. The Council of Catholic Women of Prince of Peace Catholic Church invites all who enjoy playing cards and games to attend our monthly social. Doors will open at 11:30 a.m. A selection of homemade cakes and refreshments will be served. Cards, pencils and tallies are furnished. A donation of $3 per person is accepted. For additional information, call Catherine at 813633-2460.
Fantastic Friday at Southshore United Church of Christ
On January 20, 2017 Tom Lippert, musical director at SouthShore UCC will present a tribute to Carole King. The program at SouthShore UCC, 1501 La Jolla Ave, will begin at 6 p.m. with a meal catered by Laura Schuler of Suncoast Catering. The catered meal will consist of Italian tossed salad, eggplant parmesan-penne pasta, Italian meatloaf, vegetable blend and almond cake. Tickets for the dinner and the show are $18 per person and can be purchased beginning Sunday Jan 1 after service and on Tuesday and Thursday at the church from 10 a.m. until noon. The last day to get a ticket for the dinner and the show is Tuesday Jan 17. Tickets for the show only are $5 per person and can be purchased on Sunday, Tuesday or Thursday and the evening of the show. For more information call Paula 633-6739
Our Lady’s Pantry Receives $10,000 Grant From The Interfaith Council
“Our Lady of Guadalupe Food Pantry has much to be thankful for this year,” says Tom Bullaro, co-director of Our Lady’s Pantry with his wife Anita. “We just received a huge check for $10,000 from the Interfaith Council to purchase food for our families,” says Bullaro. “Funding from this philanthropic group comes directly from proceeds received from The Nearly New Shop in Sun City Center. This means that if you have ever donated to The Nearly New Shop or purchased anything from that shop you have indirectly funded this gift. According to Bullaro, many supporters are unaware of hidden costs of running the Pantry. Electric bills for example, are huge because of required refrigeration and air conditioning to keep foods safe. Included among other expenses are periodic maintenance on our truck, along with gas and oil. It all adds up. “We are always thrilled to receive a big check like this, because it ensures that we will have sufficient monies in our account to purchase food at Feeding Tampa Bay week after week. The Interfaith Council has been one of the Pantry’s key supporters for many years,” says Bullaro. “We are deeply appreciative of yet another gift for our neighbors in need.”
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By Jay Sparkman. The Sun City Center Interfaith Council recently presented the Sun City Center Emergency Squad with a grant of $10,000 to be used in the purchase of a new wheelchair van. Pictured from left are Linda Maslyk, vice president of the Interfaith Council, and Robert Leonard and Marty Gifford. members of the Emergency Squad. The Interfaith Council uses funds from the sale of donated items at the Nearly New Shop located in rear of the Sun City Center Plaza to provide grants to service organizations and college scholarships to eligible students in the South Shore area. The next grant application period is during the month of January 2017. For more info go to www.suncitycenterinterfaithcouncil.com or call 642-9099.
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S-Selfless; T-Trustworthy; A-Accomplished; R- Reliable Meet Linda Winters, the recipient of the STAR SAMARITAN award for the fourth quarter of 2016. Linda is a volunteer dispatcher for Samaritan Services, which means she coordinates the ride program between the ride recipients and the drivers. She thoroughly enjoys the time she volunteers at Samaritans, and has gotten to know several of the ride recipients by phone over the years. Linda enjoys talking to them while scheduling their ride. She also likes telling new callers about the services Samaritans provide and also making sure that they know that the ride services are not limited to only doctor or medical appointments. Linda, and her husband Bob, moved to Sun City Center in 2001 from Savannah, GA. Both are veterans, and Bob is a retired aero engineer, and Linda a retired nurse. Linda finally retired not long ago since she worked at Tampa General and the Tampa VA hospital after their move to Florida. They also recently moved Linda’s mother in with them from the Northeast, so things are busy for them. They have children in various parts of the country, but the grandchildren are in Savannah, so they do visit their old hometown as frequently as they can. In addition to her work at Samaritans, Linda plays golf at least once a week and plays bridge regularly. Their favorite holiday has become Halloween, and she and Bob host one of the best parties in Sun City Center. Congratulations to Linda on her STAR SAMARITAN award and her continued great work with the Sun City Center Community.
Beth Israel Honors Joanne Sudman as Woman of Distinction
Joanne Sudman was honored on December 1, 2016, when she received the 2016 Bobbe Karpay Woman of Distinction award. Jewish organizations in the community were asked to nominate a woman who exemplifies the mission of their organization through her leadership and commitment. Awarded annually, the “Women of Distinction” program honors exemplary volunteerism and leadership. Joanne Sudman was honored as the Woman of Distinction representing Beth Israel, the Jewish Congregation of Sun City Center. These Women of Distinction give their time and their enthusiasm to help make the community and the world a better place. Joanne has been dedicated to Beth Israel Jewish Congregation of Sun City Center for eleven years and currently serves as president, a position she has held since 2013. Previously, Joanne served as vice president from 2012-2013, recording secretary from 2010-2011 and ritual director from 2006-2010. In May 2015, she had her Bnot Torah with twelve other women. Since 2009, Joanne has created and organized the annual Community Yom Hashoa service in Sun City Center, including an interfaith choir. She also represents Beth Israel in an ongoing faith community project of bringing awareness of hunger to the community. The first event, a cabaret show, raised $11,000 and brought in 1,000 pounds of food for the local food pantries. Joanne and her husband have coordinated bi-annual community breakfasts which involve 130 volunteers cooking and serving breakfast to as many as 1,400 residents and their guests. From 2005-2015, Joanne volunteered for the Straz Theatre in the retail department. Since 2006, Joanne has been an advisor to Simon’s Fund, a nonprofit dedicated to raising awareness about the conditions that lead to sudden cardiac arrest and death in young athletes and children. The fund is named in memory of Joanne’s threemonth-old grandson Simon who died during a nap. To date, the organization has given free heart screenings to over 13,000 individuals and found about 100 children who had undetected heart conditions. Simon’s Fund has also created a national registry that gathers data for qualified researchers. Joanne was a speech-language pathologist for 43 years, primarily working in private practice and public schools. For 30 years she was involved in many organizations in the Cincinnati community. At Temple Beth Shalom, she was the religious school chair for four years, and sat on the board of directors for eight years. Joanne was president of the Council for Soviet Jewry from 1980-1984 and traveled to the Soviet Union in 1983 to meet and bring necessities to the refusniks. She worked on many committees at the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati and served as the chair of the Israel Program committee. In that capacity, she chaired the first community Yom Hazikaron event and traveled to Israel to hire the Shaliach for the community. In 1989, Joanne chaired the 58th General Assembly for the Council of Jewish Federations where over 2,500 people attended. She also served on the Federation board for several years. Joanne was secretary for the OHIO CLUB from 2007-2013. Since 2006, she has served on the volunteer security patrol and is assistant team captain. She has also cooked for the all-volunteer SCC Emergency Squad since 2011. Joanne and her husband Sam have been married for over 50 years. They have two children, four grandchildren, and one grandson of blessed memory.
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The United Methodist Church Welcomes the Kramers
The United Methodist Church of Sun City Center, 1210 Del Webb Blvd. West, welcomes The Kramers Friday night, January 6, 2017 at 7 p.m. for a concert. The Kramers are a national and international gospel music family who present and minister through approximately 200 concerts per year. They are recording artists with Electric Station Records label group and have shared the concert stage with many Gaither Homecoming artists, including Larry Gatlin, Jeff and Sheri Easter, Russ Taff, Tanya Goodman, Oak Ridge Boys founder, Willie Wynn and many others. And Rachel West Kramer has sung solos and duets in the modern oratorio, “Saviour” with Larnelle Harris and Steve Green, as well as having sung at the National Prayer breakfast with President George W Bush and First Lady, Laura Bush in attendance. In addition, Rachel West Kramer has released five solo CD projects, including the critically acclaimed release, “Majestic Glory” (January 2015), which features 10 new arrangements by world-renowned arranger, David T. Clydesdale and music performed by The Nashville String Machine. A donation of just $10 is requested at the door 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.umcscc.org.
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Kings Point Mixed Chorus Spring Season
The Kings Point Mixed Chorus is kicking off the new season on Monday, January 9, at the Kings Point North Clubhouse. The Chorus will meet from 12:15 until 2:15 in the East/West Social Room. Rehearsals will begin for the April 4. Spring Concert, “A Tribute to Andrew Lloyd Webber,” under the direction of Tom Lippert. It would be a pleasure to welcome new voices, soprano, alto, tenor or bass. The Chorus is open to anyone in Greater Sun City Center or surrounding area with a love of singing and a desire to be a part of a choral group. There are no try-outs. Practices are every Monday afternoon in the Kings Point Clubhouse. Dues are $15, which help defray music and concert expenses. We invite you to join us on January 9 and see what we are all about. Our Holiday Concert this past December drew high praise from our audience and made us proud to be members of such a fine group. You can share in this pride by adding your voice to our Chorus. We would love to see you on January 9. If you live outside the Kings Point Community, just tell the guard at the Visitors Gate that you are there for Chorus rehearsal. For more information, contact Mary Anne at (813) 634-8747, e-mail triplelady@aol. com” or visit the Chorus website at www.kpchorus.org.
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KP Line Dancers
Free social dance, country-western theme. January 18 at 7 p.m. in the Veterans Theater. SCC residents not on KP security gate entry list for these monthly dances, contact Jan 634-6226 to be added, or for more info. BYOB. Casual dress or costume, appropriate dance shoes, no flip-flops.
Kings Point Duplicate Banquet
The Kings Point Duplicate Bridge Association (KPDBA) announces its plans for its annual bridge banquet. Every year KPDBA plans an exciting evening for its members and guests. This year the theme is: Run for the Roses. The banquet will take place on January 25, 2017 at 5 p.m. in Veterans Theatre in the North Club, Kings Point. The Kentucky Derby evening will feature: mint juleps, a themed menu and a Derby Race. Women and men attending are asked to wear hats for a best hats contest. Tickets are $22 and are on sale now in the North Club Card Room before regular duplicate games: Mondays at 9 a.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm. Please come early to buy your tickets so the game setup isn’t disrupted. For further information call Gerry at 331-3157.
Heartland Club Party
The Heartland Social Club is hosting their “Snacks & Sweets” get-together on Saturday, January 21. Doors of the Kings Point Veterans Theater open at 5 p.m. We invite any area resident from Minnesota, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Nebraska, Missouri or Kansas to attend, but, even if you don’t have ties to those states, this friendly and congenial Club spreads out the welcome mat. Come join in the fun. The cost of the party is $8 for members or $10 for nonmembers. Memberships are also available at $5 per person. Guests are asked to provide a “heavy” appetizer or finger food to serve 8 to 10. The Club will furnish wine, non-alcoholic punch, coffee and dessert. Reservations can be made before Tuesday, January 17, by sending checks payable to Heartland Club to Doris Ferron at 2462 Kensington Greens, Sun City Center, FL 33573. For more information, contact Sylvia at 813-633-9963 or e-mail “franknsyl@ tampabay.rr.com”.
Beginner Clogging at North Clubhouse
Every Wednesday 1 p.m. Kings Point North Clubhouse in The Studio. Call Linda Hobbs at 813-215-9104 for more information. No prior dance experience needed - good aerobic exercise - lots of fun.
Kings Point Dance Club Features Bobby Remp
Kings Point Dance Club is holding a dance, January 12, at 7:30 p.m. at Kings Point Veterans Theater, 1900 Clubhouse Dr. Music by Bobby Remp. Proper dress for men is men’s business dress (slacks and button-down dress shirt); coat and tie are optional. Dress or dressy pants for women. The dance is open to Kings Point and Sun City Center residents. BYOB and snacks. Ice, water, cups and napkins will be provided. Guests are $10 per couple or $5 single. Guests should make reservations with Theresa by calling 813-633-0812.
Kings Point Quilters
In the Fiber Arts Room in the North Clubhouse every Monday, Thursday and Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Work on charity quilts for both veterans and hospitalized children. Work on items to be sold the profits of which help defray the cost of the charity quilt supplies. Personal projects also done at this time. Guest speakers and workshops planned throughout the year. New members always welcome. Unwanted sewing related items gladly accepted. Contact Sandy Nunn, President (813) 642-8961.
Kings Point 50s Music Club News
Meeting on Friday, January 13 at 6 p.m. in the Waterside Room in the North Clubhouse. This club is open to all KP/SCC residents who enjoy the music of the 50’s & 60’s. There is no charge for this evening of singing, dancing and socializing with our neighbors. For further info, contact Jim, at “jaroo160@aol.com” or (813) 773-7377.
Blaine and Monson Win Early Bird League
King’s Point West Lawn Bowling Club (KPWLBC) recently finished their Early Snow Bird League. The team of Jim Blaine and Connie Monson played off against the team of Don Bowers and Rich Largay. Both teams were undefeated entering the play off and in a well-played match Jim and Connie emerged victorious. KPWLBC is an active club with scheduled bowling six days a week. In addition to regular bowling, members are looking forward to a new league forming soon and club tournaments this spring. If you are a lawn bowler interested in joining KPWLBC, would like information on lawn bowling or to inquire about lessons, please call Frank at 813-938-4757.
KPAL’s Artist of the Month is Mary Sundeen
Mary Sundeen is the KPAL Artist of the Month for January. Mary was born in Worthington, Minnesota and lived in New Hope for 35 years before moving to Kings Point in 1998. Mary was a research biochemist in cardiac/cancer at Minneapolis Medical Research Center Foundation and was an instructor of clinical chemistry. Although she has worked in oils and acrylics, Mary’s primary medium is watercolor and her favorite subjects are flowers and landscapes. After retirement, she took time to have some fun by taking art classes from Rita McClain, her first instructor. She has also taken classes from Tom Haverfield and Diane Simon. She hopes to improve her skills through class instruction, some reading, and practice, practice, practice. Mary’s other hobbies include golf and taking care of her family. Mary’s artwork will be on display for the month of January. Come see Mary’s work in the Kings Point North Clubhouse in the Art Studio through January.
Owls, Owls, Owls, is the Topic for EAS January 19 Meeting
Eagle Audubon Society, a chapter of National Audubon, will focus on owls at the Thursday, January 19, 2017 meeting held in the Kings Point Main Clubhouse banquet room. The meeting is free and open to the public; doors open at 1:20 p.m. A brief meeting will start at 1:45 p.m. with owl program to follow. The speaker, Barbara Walker is actively involved with Clearwater Audubon, Eagle Watch program and is the founder of Tampa Bay Bird Rescue. The latter offers a bird rescue hotline and response teams in Pinellas, Pasco and Hillsborough counties. Barbara plans to bring a “bird ambassador” to the meeting. If you would like to attend and are not already on the member list, contact Nina at “tennisplayer030@yahoo. com” (or call 203-339-5617) for security gate car access. EAS club activities and field trips are on the eagleaudubonflorida. org website. As a National Audubon chapter, Eagle Audubon’s meetings and membership are available to the public.
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Emergency Squad New England Club Donates to Squad
The Sun City Center New England Club donated $250 to the Emergency Squad. The New England Club has more than a 1,000 members, all who have moved here from the northeast US.
Emergency Squad Thanksgiving Crew
Like any day of the week, volunteers with the Emergency Squad are on duty, 24/7, even holidays. From the early morning through the day and overnight, our crews are here to assist you if you need medical help Team 3 served as your Thanksgiving Day emergency crew. Shown below, front row, L to R: Barbara Capron, Shirley Bardell, Barbara Cunningham, Joan Ambrose, Linda Blume, and Robert Bizzano. Back row, L to R: Joe Cox, Eric Ramey, Bud Wiehe, Paul O’Connor, Dick Schneider, Mike McClintic, Sam Sudman, and Barry Bogart. Serving the community today, but not in the photo are: Donna McClister, Marty Altman, Walt Bower, Jim Grimmer, Laura Schwander, Cody Fernandez, Bob Means, Barbara Walker, Ron Shackelford, Barbara Flagg, Carol Howley, Bev Shackleford, Anita Abbe, Janis Wiehe and Janice Rousseau.
Marty Gifford, Squad CFO, Richard Young, President New England Club and Emergency Squad Chief Robert Leonard.
KP Krafters Donate to Emergency Squad
For the second time in 2016, the King’s Point Krafters donated $1,000 to the Emergency Squad. Kings Point Krafters produce knit, crochet, bead and plastic canvas works of art. Everything they make is sold and all proceeds are donated to charity. The Krafters meet and sell one-of-a-kind handmade items every Wednesday in the KP Fiber Arts room. For many years, the Emergency Squad has been the primary recipients of the money of the money raised by the group. Kings Point Krafters are proud to support the work of the emergency Squad, “Neighbors helping Neighbors.”
Cathy Yevoli presents a check to Chief Robert Leonard and Marty Gifford, Squad CFO, on behalf of the Kings Point Krafters.
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C.A.R.E.
Allie is a dark gray short hair young cat who was brought to C.A.R.E. with her three siblings, Magnum PI, Silver and Rascal. All her siblings have been adopted. Her mom is the beautiful gray Mona, a real stunner herself. Allie is a true beauty and has the most luxurious soft fur. She loves to play with the other cats at the shelter and really enjoys sunning on the lanai. Her favorite place to be is on anything high; she loves the cat towers. But she would like to come to live at a forever home of her own. Please come and see this lovely girl and give her that home. Allie has been spayed, microchipped, and she is current on her shots. DOB: July 2, 2012.
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River is a young Great Pyrenees mix with a beautiful white coat. He is happy go lucky and a bit of a silly clown as he romps around the play yard at C.A.R.E. He loves all the attention from the volunteers and welcomes all that come to visit him. He will play a game of fetch with the rope toys and toss it up in the air himself in between throws. River will do best with an active family that can provide daily exercise and play time. Come and get a big hug from River, he will not disappoint. As part of his adoption River will be microchipped, neutered. He is current on his vaccinations. DOB: October 31, 2015.
C.A.R.E. is an all-volunteer, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization (59-3678003) registered with the FL Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, No. CH-14526. The shelter is funded solely through donations, adoptions, spay/neuter fees, fundraisers and small grants. For more information, volunteer opportunities or donations, please visit our website (careshelter. org) or give us a call 813-645-2273. We are very grateful for your support. C.A.R.E. is open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday through Saturday. For directions visit www.CareShelter.org or call 813-645-2273.
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January 2017 Cat Lovers Club of SCC will be collecting donations of cat food – both canned and dry, cat treats and kitty litter at the below locations. Boggs Jewelers 4845 Sun City Center Blvd Sun City Center, FL 33573 Monday-Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. – 12 noon Men’s Club of SCC 1002 Cherry Hills Dr Sun City Center, FL 33573 Monday-Friday 9 a.m. – 5 pm. Sun City Center Security Patrol 1225 N Pebble Beach Blvd Sun City Center, FL 33573 Every Day 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. If you prefer, you can mail a check donation directly to Cat Lovers Club, PO Box 5772, Sun City Center, FL 33571-5772 and mark your donation “Feed the Tuna Chest”. All donated cat food will be provided to in need pet parents, and community cat caretakers in south Hillsborough County. Thank you for your donations.
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