News of Sun City Center March 2022 by The News of Sun City Center & South County

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March 2022

CA SCHEDULE

FEBRUARY 28 Board Workshop Rollins Theater - 9 a.m. Zoom ID: 832 8385 3109 Passcode: 731773 MARCH 9 Board Meeting Rollins Theater – 9 a.m. Zoom ID: 833 8819 8602 Passcode: 828665 15 Club Leaders Meeting Florida Room – 10 a.m. Zoom ID: 852 8346 6778 Passcode: 144759 17 Co-AP Meeting Caper Room – 2 p.m. w/Attorney Steve Mezer 23 Membership Meeting Community Hall – 3 p.m. Zoom ID: 895 0208 8262 Passcode: 801064

Security Patrol Awards and Luncheon

By Diane M. Loeffler On January 25, the SCC Security Patrol held a Member Appreciation Luncheon to celebrate its 40th anniversary of service to our community. Approximately 260 members and guests attended the event which included a buffet lunch and desserts. Dana Schroeder compiled articles and photos from the beginning of the Patrol’s history through the present day. This slide show was visible on the Community Hall screens throughout the afternoon.

Agendas for the monthly Board Meetings will be posted on Official Bulletin Board in the Atrium the Friday before and on the CA website (www.suncitycenter.org – under “Residents” – Upcoming Meeting Agendas). They will also be sent via “What’s New in the CA” email.

John Weaver was presented with the Captain of the Year Award by Chief of Patrol Tim Broad.

CA Contact Information Administration Office 1009 N. Pebble Beach Blvd, SCC Phone: 813.633.3500 Hours – 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., M-F sccboard@suncitycenter.org Website: suncitycenter.org Information Center: 813.633.4670

Brian Martin was awarded Dispatcher of the Year for the second year in a row.

Chief of Patrol Tim Broad was the emcee for the event. He introduced guests and handed out awards. The Meixner family was recognized for their outstanding service throughout the years. Dave and Gretchen Meixner were members of the patrol in its early years. They are currently in their nineties and no longer volunteer. Debbie Riley was chosen as Driver of the Year. Brian Martin was Dispatcher

of the Year for the second year in a row. Both Riley and Martin were thanked for all the time they contributed to the Patrol. John Weaver was awarded Captain of the Year. Chief of Patrol Tim Broad says, “We are blessed to have so many great captains.” Tim Broad says “All three awards were made on the basis that they would do that bit more to help the board. They

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A Hoot of a Story Mama brooding high in the claimed nest keeping the owlets safe.

Owlets in the original nest.

By Marcia K. Wilson Tuesday morning, February 1, 2022, the Great Horned Owl nest in my Live Oak tree, which was home to two adult owls and two young owlets, collapsed! The ground was strewn with old branches. Wise owls? Hmmm, not so much when they claim (as they always do) an old nest! They neglected to check its structural integrity. The nest was very high in the V of two slender tree limbs that face our pond. While it gave them a great deal of privacy, it was vulnerable to the high winds coming across the pond from the southwest. The nest may have been an old, abandoned squirrel nest.

were not injured and were very healthy, they could be returned to their natural habitat. A raptor team arrived mid-day on Wednesday to install a platform nest in my oak tree. The raptor expert repelled the tree and inspected it for a suitable location. Next, he hoisted the platform, secured it in place, arranged the nesting materials, hoisted our owlets into the nest, and fed them a tasty meal of mice! This was close to a 3-hour mission. However, just a few hours after the raptor expert left the owlets with instructions to “stay lying down,” the male owlet was out of the nest. We don’t think the escape was exactly planned, as my neighbors witnessed him flapping his wings furiously. He found himself in a tricky situation. However, he got himself stabilized on the tree trunk four feet below the nest. He remained perched there overnight. The female owlet’s Thursday morning screeches attracted the parents. Both adult owls came and had no issue claiming their new platform nest. The female owlet was being fed. However, we were not sure that our little tree climber

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After the collapse, the first owlet trotted across the neighbor’s walkway in front of their lanai. Her clicking noises indicated her stress. Who wouldn’t be stressed after a fall out of a tree? She scrunched herself into a fluffy ball under a bush to calm herself and feel safer. My neighbor, Maribeth, watched over our owlet, as she would have been vulnerable to prey. I ran inside to call Florida Fish and Wildlife who immediately connected me with The Raptor Center of Tampa Bay, a nonprofit team of volunteers devoted to rescue and rehabilitation. As we waited for the rescue, Maribeth, spotted another pair of eyes. We found the second owlet huddled in a wide bend in her oak tree trunk. Climbing like a parrot with his beak and claws, he had climbed the old, slanted trunk to find a resting place offering safety. My neighbors and I became protective surrogate parents. The owlets were rescued by a raptor handler, placed in a ventilated box, and then carried to the Raptor Center for a wellness check. Because the owlets

Lonely male owlet below the platform nest; Mama and sister were resting above.

stranded below was being given the same attention. After 2 days alone going back and forth on two limbs under the nest, the third rescue on Friday afternoon was coordinated to get this little owlet back in the platform nest with his sister. Thanks to the quick capture and boost up into the nest from another raptor team member, the pair were reunited. Both parents are actively feeding their young, loving the large platform built especially for them, and the owlets are staying in the nest. The Raptor Center of Tampa Bay has been instrumental in their safe recovery. These dedicated volunteers have given the owlets the chance to thrive in the wild and grow to maturity. For more information about the Raptor Center, visit www.RaptorCenterofTampa. org. Education, awareness, and survival of our wildlife is their mission. Without this team of experts, our owlets surely would have had a different outcome.

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Veterans Photo Shoot For SCCCA Members

The next photo shoot for the Veterans Wall of Honor Project as shown in the Atrium will be held on Saturday, March 19, from 10 to noon in the Photo Lab located in the multi-purpose building at the corner of North Course Lane and N. Pebble Beach Blvd. This is available for all Community Association members who served honorably in any branch of the U.S. Military. Please call Carol Donner in the CA office (813-6333500) to register, along with your CA membership number, by noon on Friday, March 18 and you will be assigned a specific time.

SCCCA Membership Meeting

MARCH 23, 2022 COMMUNITY HALL – 3:00 PM 200 SCCCA members required for a Quorum CA Membership Cards are required for admittance Also via Zoom: ID: 895 0208 8262 Passcode: 801064 I. II. III. IV.

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Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance Approval of Minutes: January 5, 2022 President’s Report Treasurer’s Report • Carr, Riggs, & Ingram, Certified Public Accountants Audit Report as of December 31, 2021 • Financials as of February 28, 2022 V. Representative from Club Link to discuss future plans VI. Community Manager’s Report VII. Long Range Planning Committee Report VIII. Communications Committee Report VIII. General Discussion by Members IX. Adjournment

Art Club in SCC March Events

March 2 • Gallery Opening 1 to 3 p.m. See the art of Grethe Lindman Art Room, 915 Cherry Hills Drive March 21 1 to 3 p.m. Demo by Linda Scola on Oils Rollins Theater March 26 • Mini Art Show 9 to 2 p.m. Art Room Artist of the Month is Dolores Phelps. Her work will be displayed in local businesses in the community.

Potters Wheel Awards Show

March 12, from 10 to 4 p.m. Potters Wheel Studio, 592 Cherry Hills Potters Wheel members, from beginners to experienced potters, will display pottery in categories including hand-building, wheel-thrown, Raku, and sculpture. The public is invited to come and vote for the People’s Choice Award. For more information, stop by the studio at 592 Cherry Hills Drive, directly south of the outdoor swimming pool.

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).

March 2022

The News of Sun City Center

February Board Meeting and Updates

By Diane M. Loeffler Community Association President Bob Sullivan says, “Check on our neighbors and relatives.” One of the ways we care for each other is through the Hardship Fund. This fund is totally funded by donations. No CA monies are used. This year $4,326 was used by the fund. During the February meeting, 14 members (identified by case number, not names) were approved to receive help with CA dues. Cases continue to be funded through February 28. As of January 31, the balance in the Capital Improvements fund was $3,778,815. This account is funded by the monies collected when homes are sold. In January, 53 homes were sold. An additional 25 were sold February 1 to February 7. Director Kim Roush says the Community Association’s attorney told the board electronic voting is not an option at this time. During the CA Board meeting, it was announced that Deputy Jeff Merry is working on an updated Golf Cart Handbook. (During the February 15 Club Leaders Meeting Deputy Merry said he hopes to begin handing them out during Operation Medicine Cabinet on March 25 from 8 a.m. until noon at South Bay Hospital.) Eric Porr says about 50 residents attended the Long Range Planning Committee’s (LRPC) February 15 meeting. Another meeting was scheduled for February 22. The LRPC plans to send out a survey in March. At the end of April, the LRPC will submit a list of residents’ priorities to the CA Board. The CA Board approved forming an ad hoc Committee for the purpose of recompeting our facilities management contract. In other words, this committee will review facilities management companies including the one we currently have. Committee members should have contracting or procurement experience. Committee members must be able to meet every week for the next five months. If you are interested in being on this committee, send your resume to “bsullivan@ suncitycenter.org”.

Roads and sidewalks continue to be a concern for CA members. Director Gary Bratt continues to work with Hillsborough County. CA residents may wish to contact them or County Commissioners Stacy White and Mariella Smith with concerns. The more people who contact the county, the more likely we are to have repairs done. The next regular Community Association Board meeting will be Wednesday, March 9. On March 23, the Membership meeting will be held at 3 p.m. in Community Hall. These meetings are your opportunity to hear first-hand what is happening and to have your questions answered.

2022 SCCCA Board Objectives

1) Increased Transparency on decision making. 2) Improve Communication. 3) Encourage more member volunteer involvement. 4) Complete Facilities Usage and Needs assessment. 5) Develop master plan for buildings and future use of undeveloped space. 6) Improve website. 7) Complete review for the renewal or replacement of the existing Management Company. 8) Review Kings Point Fee. What are two-year results? Club feedback? 9) Review rules for facility usage. National vs. local, fundraiser vs club activity, guest policy, etc. 10) Review policy for holiday use of facilities. 11) Review potential technology upgrades (swipe cards, security cameras, online room reservations, etc.) 12) Improve the beauty of common areas. 13) Secure county improvement of road conditions.

Newcomers

List prepared from CA staff data. Report corrections, additions to CA at 633-3500. 1/17 thru 2/15, 2022

Local Adress 1520 Belle Glade Avenue 1630 Bentwood Drive 1008 Bluewater Drive 1405 Brattleboro Circle 205 Brockfield Drive N. 206 Cactusflower Lane 1317 Caloosa Lake Court 345 Caloosa Palms Court 301 Caloosa Woods Lane 410 Castle Pines Lane 1601 Cloister Drive 1705 Cloister Drive 382 Club Manor Drive 1602 Comfy Court 1734 Council Drive 235 Courtyards Blvd., Apt. 102 241 Courtyards Blvd., Apt. 102 2329 Del Webb Blvd., E. 2336 Del Webb Blvd., W. 1912 East View Drive 725 Elkhorn Road 1518 Emerald Dunes Drive 2342 Emerald Lake Drive 2427 Emerald Lake Drive, Apt. 106 733 Fairway Ridge Court 1224 Fordham Drive 611 Fort Duquesna Drive 2012 Gardenia Landings Lane 1916 Grand Cypress Lane 1937 Grand Cypress Lane 1505 Kelliwood Court 623 LaJolla Avenue 1212 Lakehouse Court 2135 New Bedford Drive 610 Oakmont Avenue 742 Ojai Avenue 810 Ojai Avenue 1871 Pacific Dunes Drive 1222 Pebble Beach Blvd., N. 1013 Rickenbacker Drive 2109 Sterling Glen Court 305 Stroll Lane 705 Thunderbird Avenue

Name Hometown State/Country Phone Mary Muratore Rochester NY 702-449-6630 Brent Miller Grand Junction CO 970-201-1786 Stephen & Judith Spears VA 540-760-2049 Daniel & Carol Matz Springfield VA 737-221-9105 Kenneth & Lisa Bussenger Rochester MA 508-728-8261 Randall & Beth Middleton Charleston WV 727-709-6460 Jay Boslaugh/Tanja Wasielewski Henderson NV 702-622-7996 Michael & Rebecca Aimone Plainfield IN 708-341-3797 Lynwood & Kay Scott Riverview FL 813-892-3336 Thomas & Judith Ferolie Byron IL 815-978-2781 David Hall/Roxanna Crowe Warren OH 330-397-4099 Sidney & Kimberlee Semones Lexington KY 407-739-8114 James & Sally Schneider 941-220-9708 Thomas & Christy Wood Lakeland FL 863-255-4635 Bonnie Ormand Jackson MI 281-386-6818 Doris Dolan New York City NY 813-922-6770 Myrna Curve Clearwater FL 727-772-3610 Erin Mulvihill Laurel MD 240-606-8449 Dorothy Hill Gasport NY 716-244-7065 Downers Grove IL 630-673-4450 John & Deborah Fiorelli Charles & Jerri Zito Montville CT 813-812-6169 Roy & Anne Garrad Melissa TX 214-707-8618 Deborah Sarmiento 813-944-0444 Oliver & Kathleen Hackett Rocky River OH 813-642-0971 John Shelalis/Sharon Hudson Millsboro DE 302-264-0069 Steven & Debra Messina Howard Beach NY 813-260-0023 Terrance & Susan Horton Lakewood CO 303-515-0808 David & Carol Scudder West Boylston MA 317-509-2530 Erica Orgeron New Orleans LA 941-284-1794 Patrick Hoelscher Plymouth MI 813-455-8123 Gene Hayle/Barbara Sims N. Babylon NY 631-236-2857 Robert & Beverly Feindt Romulus NY 607-592-4564 Duane & Kerry Austin Rochester NY 585-474-5024 David Lemley Atlanta GA 404-606-0543 James & Rosalinda Edge Ontario, Canada 813-819-1714 David & Carmen Wilson Brandon FL 813-719-0980 John & Linda Macgeorge Memphis TN 901-277-3938 Daniel & Martine Cadrin Quebec, Canada 418-564-9821 Frank Anderson FL 339-223-9793 Lisa Deale Pensacola FL 850-384-4269 Victor Behrendt Libertyville IL 847-867-1044 James & Patricia Lee Newark DE 302-228-9240 Dawn Ducharme Detroit MI 407-754-7819

March 2022

President’s Report

By Bob Sullivan, CA President We encourage you to attend the Membership Meeting scheduled for March 23 at 3 p.m. at Community Hall located at 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. We would like to see more participation from the community so that when we share information we would have a larger percentage of our community involved and up-to-date on board actions. Agenda items for this meeting will include Carr, Riggs and Ingram, Certified Public Accountants, who will present the Sun City Center Community Association’s Audit Report for 2021. The Long-Range Planning Committee will give updates on developments from their committee and the focus groups. Over the years we have had many people ask about North Course and Club Link properties. They will be at this meeting to talk about possible future developments and availability of those properties.

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What is the LRPC and How Can You Get Involved

By Diane M. Loeffler The mission of the Long Range Planning Committee (LRPC) is to gather input from residents on future improvements for the Sun City Center Community, to evaluate feedback for capital improvement projects, and to make recommendations to the CA Board of Directors. The LRPC is looking at projects including beautification, safety, recreational facilities, and social or meeting areas. The LRPC is making every effort to make sure CA Members have input into what projects should be addressed. They are looking at past surveys and will be sending out new surveys. LRPC Committee members meet every Wednesday at 2 p.m. and have an agenda of items to tackle. Eric Porr (eporr@suncitycenter.org) is the Chairman of the Committee. Kim Roush (kroush@suncitycenter.org) is the Vice-Chairman. There are 12 other members. These members were selected from 68 applicants. They were chosen on the basis of location (residing north of 674 and south of 674), both women and men, and the ability to come to weekly two-hour meetings until the end of April. All of them have a diversity of past experience. LRPC has created focus groups that provide an opportunity for CA members to visit with LRPC members and share

The Long Range Planning Committee is composed of residents who are from different areas of the community.

insight of what they would like: — The Communications group focuses on communication with CA members via email, newsletters, and the website. — The Rollins Building focus group reviews past reports and reports to LRPC with suggestions for the building. — Landscaping & Signage tours all CA properties and prepares priority listing of improvements. — The Survey subcommittee is developing a survey for all CA members to help the LRPC with goal setting. We want to hear from every CA member. Learn more at "suncitycenter.org".

Click on the Long Range Planning Committee.

utilities and insurance. The remaining $210 was distributed as follows: first place $105, second $63 and third $42. Two attendees won vests covered with lottery tickets. Consider volunteering as a Security

Patrol driver or dispatcher. You will help keep our community safe, get to know a great group of other volunteers, and learn more about the neighborhoods of Sun City Center.

Long Range Planning Committee Corner

Watch for the LRPC’s first survey in March that will ask for your opinion. If you do not want to use SurveyMonkey, you can also go to the library and fill out a paper survey. Watch for the “What’s New With the CA” email blast with directions and dates on how to complete the survey.

Security continued from page 1. put in more volunteer hours than their peers.” James Graham and Reggie Lawrence received certificates commemorating their 15 years of service to the Patrol. Janice Spitz, Oscar Kramer, Judy Kramer,

Wray Whiting and Martha Whiting Haddon were recognized as 20 year Patrol Volunteers. A total of $420 was collected for the 50 /50 drawing. The Patrol kept $210 to use toward ongoing expenses such as gas,

MONDAY MOVIES at the Rollins Theater Second and Fourth Monday each Month, 1 p.m

Wray Whiting and Martha Whiting Haddon have volunteered for the Security Patrol for 20 years.

All Sun City Center Community Association members and their guests who present current ID cards are welcome. Since capacity is limited to 145 attendees per the Hillsborough County Fire Code, people showing a Kings Point gold badge may attend on a space available basis.

March 14: Finding You • 1 hour, 59 minutes

While studying abroad in Ireland, accomplished young musician Finley meets heartthrob movie star Beckett shooting his latest medieval fantasy blockbuster. Sparks fly between the unlikely couple who inspire each other to find the strength to be true to oneself. But when forces surrounding Beckett’s stardom threaten to crush their dreams, Finley must decide what she is willing to risk for love. Starring: Rose Reid, Jedidiah Goodacre, Katherine McNamara, Patrick Bergin Genre: Romance, Comedy

March 28: American Underdog •1 hour, 52 minutes

The inspirational true story of Kurt Warner, who longs to become an NFL player, but years of setbacks constantly prevent him from reaching his goal. As Kurt stocks shelves in a supermarket with his dreams all but out of reach, his wife, coaches, and teammates encourage him to show the world the champion they know him to be. Starring: Zachary Levi, Anna Paquin, Dennis Quaid, Hayden Zaller, Ser’Darius Blain Genre: Biography, Drama Rating: PG for thematic elements, some language

Debbie Riley (shown with Chief of Patrol Tim Broad) was recognized as the Driver of the Year.

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CLUBS

March 2022

The News of Sun City Center

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.

Sew’n Sews New Classes and Special Sale

Club Day Sale — Don’t miss it! Saturday, March 26 New classes for club members are scheduled to begin in March and April. Interested participants may sign up for these classes in the Sew’n Sews Club room. Sewing Enhancement Tuesdays, from 1 to 2, starting March 22 Intermediate Sewing Four weekly classes, beginning on April 1, from 9 to noon Quilting Enhancement Thursdays from 1 to 2, beginning April 7 Membership in the Sew’n Sews is open to SCCCA members as well as Kings Point gold card holders. Info: call 813-642-2085 or email “scc.sew.n.sews@gmail.com”.

Polish-American Heritage Club SCC Farewell

The Polish-American Heritage Club of SCC was officially dissolved at the January 12th SCCCA Board meeting. The Club, having started in 2000, had grown overtime to over 135 members. They were a popular food station at the annual SCCCA FunFests having served countless kielbasa sandwiches. Their annual fundraiser celebrations, Christmas Wigilia, and Lenten Paczki Balls, will be missed. Keeping to its charitable commitment to the Community, the Club gifted $1,133.24 each to: The Sun City Center Emergency Squad, the Sun City Center Security Patrol, and the Good Samaritan & SCC-Ride Services.

SCC Audubon Club’s March Meeting

Saturday, March 5, at 9:15 a.m. Florida Room The Florida Scrub Jay, a unique species for our state, is under threat. The SCC Audubon Club will present a program on these iconic birds. You will hear about ongoing efforts to protect and expand the population of Scrub Jays from the Oscar Scherer State Park Manager, Matthew Kruse. The meeting will begin with socializing and refreshments. Attendees are asked to bring their own coffee mug. The business meeting will start at 10 a.m., followed by Matt’s presentation. Info: “www.sccaudubonclub.com”.

SCC Men’s Club is Recruiting

Members in the photo are Elaine Wardlow, Kathie Bastion, Linda Marx, Kathie Zuehlke, Alice Bunn, Diane Lea, Margo Stonefield, Gina Tucker, and Helen Lewis.

Galaxy Bridge Club New Board Members

The Club meets on the first Thursday of the month (March 3) for lunch and bridge, and we are always looking for new members. Info or reservations: call Kathie 410-879-1112 or Gina 813-633-5324. Meeting starts at 11 a.m. Lunch cost is $15.

Metaphysical Society Presentations

Wednesdays from 10 to noon Heritage Room, Atrium Building Open to Society members and SCCCA residents joining the Club. SCCCA ID is required. Free admission, with a love offering requested. Info: Patty at 813-2634232. Those wishing to view via Zoom may send email to: “metaphysicalsociety@ gmail.com” for instructions, before 5 p.m. on Tuesday evening prior. March 2 • “Medical Benefits of Herbs and Spices” Presented by Carolyn Blesson, professional nurse & owner Of Our Butterfly Home. March 9 • “What Role Does the Mind Play in Merging With Our SOUL?” Presented by Carl Franklin, Coptic minister with a Master’s degree in Theology and Psychology. March 16 • “How Guided Imagery Can Lead to Empowerment” Presented by Vicki Atlas Israel, author of “Inner Power Now.” March 23 • “A Course in Miracles and Its Application, the Practical Life” Presented by Ed Howe, who has been studying the course in miracles for 25 years. March 30 • “How Psychic Are You?” Presented by Carol Ann Liaros, a professional psychic, author of “Unlocking Your Intuition.”

Jan Ring and Carol Aberizk of the Sew’n Sews present 24 blankets and 37 burp cloths made by club members to Newborns in Need Valrico Director, Sue Mowery.

SCC Sew’n Sews Club Hosts Baby Shower

Members of the Sew ‘N Sews Club (SNS) are already busy sewing baby blankets, bibs, burp pads, preemie sleepers etc. They are also collecting diapers, baby shampoo/powder, and other items for this charity project. The Central West Florida Chapter of “Newborns In Need” will be the recipient of these items. For info about Newborns in Need, visit “www.newbornsinneed.org”,

The Men’s Club of Sun City Center is looking for new members. Membership in The Men’s Club is open to all men residing in the greater Sun City Center area, which includes not only the SCC Community Association and Kings Point but also Sun Towers, Aston Gardens North, The Courtyards, and Freedom Plaza. The Club meets on the third Wednesday of each month in the Sun City Center Community Hall with a great lunch, informative speakers and fellowship with new friends and neighbors. Members can also participate in other club-sponsored activities: outings to professional sports venues and other events of interest, annual fund-raising cruises, special events to honor their spouses and significant others, service programs to honor our community, Lifeline, health care support groups, and special events to bring issues before our community’s residents. Club dues are $35 for the first year, and $20 for subsequent years. For more information, contact Jon Lehr at 813-260-3058 or “jonlehrscc@aol.com” or visit “www.sccmensclub.org”.

Computer Club Monthly Meeting

Wednesday, March 9, at 7 p.m. Topic: Open conversation with Supervisor of Elections Craig Latimer Computer Club Classes The Computer Club Lab is open from 12:30 to 4:30, every day except Sunday. Sign up for classes can be done online. Students must be a member in good standing at Sun City Center or Kings Point. Tuition is payable upon registration. Info: Pauline Baker at “paulinebaker864@gmail.com”. Introduction to Excel Saturday, March 5, from 9 to noon iPad/iPhone for Seniors Thursday, March 10, from 9 to noon Intro to Computers (4 sessions) Wednesday, March 9, 16, and Saturday, March 12, 19 from 10 to noon Buying a Computer Tuesday, March 29, from 9 to 11 a.m.

Bunka Art board members: President Sandee Brundige, Vice President Linda Gagne, Secretary Barb Carlini, and Treasurer Eileen Spector.

Bunka Art Stitchers Club of Sun City Center

This Club is all about the Japanese art of silk embroidery. We stitch with needles about the size of a pen, with 4, 3, 2, and 1-ply threads. The stitching is done on cloth canvas of various sizes with a printed image to follow with different types of stitches and It is all done with no knots. We meet in the Arts and Craft Building on Cherry Hills next to the stained glass club, Monday thru Thursday at 9 to noon. Drop in anytime to see what we are making.

Happy St Patrick's Day Thursday March 17, 2022

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Great Scot! 27th Annual Sarasota Highland Games

By Bob Sanchez An estimated 2,000 Scots and Scots-at-heart attended the 27th Annual Sarasota Highland Games and Celtic Festival on February 5 at the Sarasota County Fairgrounds.

An array of tartan colors brightened the otherwise gray day. Blue Skye Pipe & Drums, Kiltie Pipers, Highland Dancers, and even Soccer Collies entertained the crowd. The Clans Buchanan, Donald, Lindsay, MacGregor, and Macrae were among those who proudly wore their heritage in their kilts. Among the games was the caber toss. A caber is a 19foot, six-inch-long tapered larch pole weighing (gulp!) 175 pounds. Competitors lifted it and attempted to toss it endover-end and have it land in the 12 o’clock position. Women

Jack’s Shack Raises Funds

also competed, and I couldn’t confirm an observer’s comment that their poles are slightly lighter. They all looked like hernia-makers to me. When not watching feats of strength or soccer-playing collies, visitors strolled to the food vendors, where among the varied offerings were Scotch eggs – hard boiled eggs wrapped in sausage, coated in breadcrumbs, and baked or deep fried. Then many walked over to see the British Car Show. Bonnie Perkins, president of the Scottish Heritage Society of Sarasota, said that the games

are held on the first Saturday of every February. So, mark your calendars for February 3, 2023. More information: “sarasotahighlandgames.com” or email “infoshssrq@gmail. com”.

Fun the Renaissance Festival Way

Squad volunteers

By Andrea L.T. Peterson A fundraiser held by Jack’s Shack for the benefit of the SCC Emergency Squad just fell short of its goal. Last year the fundraiser raised $1,200 in two hours. They were hoping to double that this year, but didn’t quite make it. Even so, a very generous donation in the amount of $2,000 is going to the Emergency Squad as result of the Blue Water band playing to entertain, a number of individuals putting together some pretty exciting gift baskets to be raffled off, and the generosity of Jack’s Shack. Among the many businesses helping Jack’s Shack pull-off the fundraiser is Mandola’s Italian

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The jousting matches are very popular. Be sure to note the show times and arrive early for good seating. Deborah and Troy welcoming guests.

Restaurant in Riverview and our own AAA here in Sun City Center. Owners Deborah and Troy, AKA Jack, who are also Sun City Center residents, also want to thank many volunteers, friends, and neighbors who helped make this year’s event a success. Troy says he and Deborah “just want to give back to our community.” The Shack, which has been successful in SCC for about a year, is located in Kings Crossing Shopping Center. Stop by for a delicious, unique ice cream, shake, or smoothie treat in just about any flavor you could want.

By Kai Rambow “How much time did you spend getting your costume together?” I inquired. “It took all night. I never went to bed,” replied an enthusiastic attendee. Talking with people attending the Bay Area Renaissance Festival can be fun and enlightening. The Festival is an annual event run over multiple weekends in February, March, and April. There is always something fun to see, do, and taste. There are different themes each weekend and regular attendees prepare earnestly. Talking with devoted attendees can add to the experience. If you have your grandchildren with you, this can be a memorable element. Check everything out. Artists

and their artwork can reveal some wonderful creations. Educational fare can be great. The raptor group provided a fantastic opportunity to see some birds of prey up close. The shows are varied – from acrobatics to live music to comedy – and entertaining. The favorite event has to be the jousting. “Knights,” after demonstrating their skills on horseback charge at each other. Collisions can be noisy with the occasional knight being completely knocked off his/her horse. Go with the family or friends. Explore and enjoy. Tips for a Great Visit Clothing: While some attendees will dress up, you

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March 2022

The News

The Editor’s Corner

When You Do

By E. Adam Porter Editor, News of SCC & South County My middle kid has been learning chess, and he’s getting pretty good. He beat Dad for the first time about a year ago, and his drive to experience that feeling again has been relentless. He plays daily, against the computer, the chess app on my phone, and anyone who will sit across from him: his brother, his classmates, the neighbors… and I never say “no” when he asks. This past week, he beat me for the second time. The game started tight with neither side surrendering a piece. Then came the trades. We talked as we played, and I asked him if he understood the moves as I made them. What was I doing? What was I planning? I saw him working that out, integrating those ideas into his own strategy. He started setting traps, thinking three moves ahead. I loved watching him figure it out. As the match wore on, he tried again and again to set up a kill zone. He missed an opportunity I left open, then slipped out of a

trap I was setting. He set a trap of his own, and I did something he didn’t expect. For a split second, I saw the frustration… Then came the smile. He was enjoying the game, finding joy in the chase, rather than frustration in the failed attempts. This, to me, is one of the most important life lessons any game can teach: Don’t be so focused on the final move you forget to enjoy the journey. That turned out to be the pivotal moment in the game. If he had allowed his frustration to grab him, he would have missed his next opportunity. He didn’t. I slid my king over, knowing that, if he missed this chance, there would not be another. But, did he know that? He stopped, leaned back, studied the board. One move would decide who knocked over who’s king. At first, he didn’t see it. His brow furrowed, the ghost of that smile still lingering, then turning to a slight frown. His hand came up, reaching, then stopped, retracted. More study, another reach, and another pause. I watched his eyes, saw them light up when he recognized his opportunity. He did not see what would happen if he missed it, but that will come later. For now, the important step is that he saw that chance. I watched his hand slowly reach for the rook, knowing what he planned, watched him check, double-check, and triple-check the board, looking for any possible outs. A nervous smile

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I don’t think he will make that mistake again. He tipped his king over, curiosity mingled with disappointment on his face. I love seeing that expression on my sons’ faces. That expression is fertilizer for intellectual and emotional growth. I have a box full of that expression in the scrap bin of my carpentry shop. Not that long ago, Chess Kid was in my shop with me, studying one such lesson, an incomplete octagonal gaming table frame that didn’t quite measure up. “Why are you keeping that, Dad?” he asked. I told him I might upcycle the wood, once I figured out what I did wrong and what I could do better. He nodded thoughtfully. “When will you figure it out?” “I don’t know,” I admitted. “But I’ll keep working on it until I do.” He grinned, his face hopeful, “When you do, what game do you want to play on the table first?” And now it was my turn to smile, because that was the best question. The “thinking three steps ahead” question. My son was not asking “will you figure it out” but “when you do, what happens next?” That question will carry him a long way. In chess… and everything else.

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started to build on his face as he slid the piece over, matching the light in his eyes. He stopped, looked up, saw me watching. I tried to keep my face neutral, but it was hard to hide the smile. I reached over, tipped my king on his side, grinning. He watched me, perplexed. “You’re not mad?” he asked. “I’m proud of you,” I said, “That was an awesome game.” “You almost had me a couple times,” he said, and I nodded. “But I saw it,” he added. Doubt flickered across his face, “Did you let me win?” “No way, man. You beat me fair and square.” He sat quiet for a long time, his eyes moving from the board to my face and back again. And then he saw it, the move he didn’t make that would have given me the win. His brow furrowed and his hands moved, resetting the board, “Let’s play again.” “You see something?” I asked. He looked up, serious, “Maybe. Let’s play again.” So, we did. He lost that one; made a mistake early that caught up to him when the trading started. It was an easy slip; a gambit every player has learned from the hard way. We talked about it later, and

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Saturday, March 19, at 5 p.m. SCCCA Florida Room Celebrate St. Patrick’s with the Ohio Club. Catering by Banquet Masters. Music by Cyndi Burger. Come for some fun! Cost: $18 members; $21 guests. Send RSVP and check to Beverly Mathews at 1406 Emerald Dunes Drive.

Center 4Life has a variety of non-accredited courses and day trips that will enhance your life. Checkout our website and register at www.sccumc.com/4lifelearning. For information about our events, visit the website, call 813-634-8607, or email “enter4life@sccumc. com”.

CAHT Mental Health Series

Saturday, April 2, from 10 to 3 p.m. St. Andrew, 1239 Del Webb Blvd. W. Enjoy featured antique and unique show cars. Browse dozens of tables with great seasonal gift ideas. View the model train display and other exhibits. Grab a hot dog lunch plate with a drink for $5 in the café, and sample a sweet treat from the bake sale. Info: 813634-1252

Understanding Trauma and Resiliency, Shifting Paradigms Wednesday, March 30, from 9 to noon UMC, Life Enrichment Center, 1210 Del Webb Blvd. W. In this session, you’ll get the chance to learn about the different forms of trauma and the impacts these different kinds of trauma have on our brains, behavior, and health. Our speaker will discuss how we can be happier, more resilient, positive, and successful. Cost: $10. Reservations: Annie Garrison, “anngarrison66@gmail.com”.

Eagle Audubon March Meeting

Monday, March 21; Doors open at 1:20 p.m. St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 1239 W Del Web Blvd. Florida Birds will be presented by Rocky Milburn of the Sierra Club. Learn about the local and migratory birds that enrich the Florida sky. Social time plus field trip registration begins at 1:20 PM. A brief meeting begins at 2:00 PM, with the speaker to follow. Eagle Audubon Society meetings are free and open to the public. Community projects, news and field trips can be found at eagleaudubonflorida.org

Alzheimer’s Dementia Seminar

Monday, March 7 at 1 p.m. King’s Point SCC, North Clubhouse, Veterans Theater Learn about caregiving, behaviors by Alzheimer’s patients and dealing with caregivers’ depression and stress. Speakers include Jennifer O’Brien, PhD, Dept of Psychology, USF; Debbie Caneen, Director at Sun Towers; and Marianne Wexler, who speaks on a caregiver’s perspective on life with an Alzheimer’s patient. Tickets are $15, which include a pottery bowl handmade by King’s Point Pottery Club and light refreshments. All proceeds go to Breakaway Respite and Samaritan Services. Tickets may be purchased at Kings Point Box office or the United Methodist Church, 1210 Del Webb Blvd West. Also available at the door the day of the event. Info: Joan Frantz (248) 990-2105 or Shelly Brooks (248) 5058237.

Heartland Club Meeting

Tuesday, March 29, at 5 p.m. Kings Point Veterans Theater We are pleased to invite all former and current residents of Minnesota, Indiana, Iowa, Illinois, Nebraska, Missouri and Kansas to our pizza party! The club will provide a variety of tasty pizzas, baked fresh onsite and served hot out of the oven, as well as salad and dessert. Water and ice available. BYOB. Attendees are asked to furnish their own glasses or cups. We will be entertained by comedian Juanita Lolita. Tickets: $20 members; $24 guests. Checks are to be made payable to “Heartland Club’’ and can be mailed to Cathy Maguire, 2238 Vista Greens Drive, SCC, FL 33573. They can also be dropped off in Kings Point at 2127 Siefield Greens Way. Please call ahead to make sure someone is home, 813-9385433, or email Bev or John at “jbwohlrab@gmail.com”. Reservation deadline is March 19.

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Wisconsin Club St. Patrick’s Day Dinner & Dance

Wednesday, March 16, from 5 to 8 p.m. SCC Community Hall The Wisconsin Club of SCC cordially invites you to our St. Patrick’s Day dinner and dance. This is a BYOB event, so bust out your best green attire and let us provide the rest. Catering by Banquet Masters. Entertainment by The Hi-Tops, featuring Johnny Diaz. Tickets: $24. Checks should be made out to “The Wisconsin Club of SCC” and must be mailed to Hede Horne, 1226 Caloosa Creek Ct. Sun City Center FL 33573. Reservation deadline is March 7. No tickets will be sold at the door.

Kings Point Italian Club Tailgate Party

Tuesday, March 15, at 4:30 p.m. KP Veterans Theater Food provided by Banquet Masters. Buffet with salad bar. BYOB. Music by Johnny T. Sports attire encouraged but not required. Members: $25; guests: $28. Tickets on sale March 8 and 9 in the North Clubhouse lobby from 9 to noon. Info: May Fleming 813-4194790. www.kpitalianclub.com.

South Bay Genealogy Society Meeting

Tuesday, March 15, at 10:30 a.m. UMC Life Enrichment Center, 1210 W Del Webb Blvd. Meeting begins with an optional roundtable discussion, followed by a luncheon. Guest speaker starts at 1 p.m. Our speaker will be Drew Smith on the topic of “Organizing Your Genealogical Files.” Cost: $15. Reservations and info: Dianna Loudermilk at 864-6071330. Reservation deadline is March 3.

6th Annual St. Anne’s “Golf Tournament”

Saint Anne Catholic Church is building its 2022 Community Outreach Funds with its 6th Annual Saint Anne’s Golf Tournament. A “Best Ball Scramble Golf Tournament” will be held Saturday, May 7, at Summerfield Crossing Golf Club, 13050 Summerfield Blvd. Riverview, FL 33579. Register before March 31 for a discount: $80 per player, or $320 for a foursome. Tournament registration forms are available at Saint Anne Parish Office Monday through Friday 8:30 to 4 and Sunday 9 to noon. Forms are also available at Summerfield Golf Course Pro Shop. Completed forms can be dropped off at the Parish Office or sent to Bob Gounaud, 346 Laurel Falls Dr. Apollo Beach, FL 33572. For more information, contact Bob Gounaud at bgounaud@verizon. net or John Barr at pioneertire@yahoo.com.

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Kings Point Presentation to Mary Martha House

Kings Point’s leadership teams (on behalf of Kings Point Residents, Clubs, Sponsors, and Volunteers) were pleased to present a check to the Mary & Martha House for $17,525; the money that was raised during events held throughout the 2021 holiday season. Representatives from Mary & Martha House (Bill Chini, Executive Director; Stacy Richey, Shelter Manager; and Leticia (Letty) Feregrino, Administrative Assistant) were in attendance. Mary Martha House would not have been able to receive such a fabulous gift without the efforts of not only leadership, but to all the sponsors, volunteers, Kings Point Clubs, and Kings Point residents who made it a success. Thank you.

DAR Meeting

March 16, at 12:30 p.m. The Col. George Mercer Brooke Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) will meet in the Florida Room of the Atrium at 945 D North Course Lane in Sun City Center. March’s program will be from our very own member, Jan Bassett, who will tell us about her husband, Gordon’s, ancestor William Bassett. His ancestor William Bassett arrived in Plymouth, MA in 1621. You won’t want to miss this one! All members, Sun City Center and Kings Point residents, and anyone interested in joining DAR are invited. All CDC guidelines for indoor activities will be followed. Info: Carol Acosta, “carol.r.acosta@gmail.com”.

SouthShore Christian Women’s Connection Luncheon

Wednesday, March 9, from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Doors open at 11. UMC Life Enrichment Center, 1210 Del Webb Blvd. W. Special Feature: Robert Quinones, Financial Coach “Sharing tips on a healthier financial future.” Guest Speaker: Ethel Lee. The title of her talk is “Once there was an ugly duckling afraid of her footing, but changes were ahead in this story book tale”. The theme of our luncheon is “Are Your Ducks in a Row”. Cost: $19. Reservations by email “SSCWCFlorida@gmail.com” or by calling Rocky Heniken at 602-620-1785. Please make your check to Stonecroft Ministries and mail it to: Nancy Decker, 5203 Admiral Pointe Drive, Apollo Beach, FL 33573. Reservations close on Friday, March 4 at 6 p.m.

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Ed Barnes, SCC Men’s Club VP for Programs; Clete Belson, Tampa Bay History Center; Vicente Lopez, Jr., Men's Club President.

SCC Men’s Club Learns MacDill AFB History

By Vicente Lopez, Jr., President, SCC Men’s Club At the January monthly luncheon meeting of the SCC Men’s Club members learned about the acquisition of property for the building of MacDill Air Force Base, the role of MacDill AFB in World War II, the role played in the Cuban Missile Crisis, and the current importance of the base to the nation as well as the Tampa Bay area. Clete Belson from the Tampa Bay History Center was the presenter. SCC Men’s Club membership is open to residents of Sun City Center and Kings Point. For information call Jon Lehr, Membership VP, at 813-260-3058.

Thursday, March 17, at 11 a.m. SCC Community Hall Tom Cummings will give a fascinating talk “Through the Eyes of a Dog.” He will speak as Morris Frank, the co-founder of the first guide dog school, and tell tales about his experiences promoting the use of dogs. The charity we are supporting in March is Southwestern Guide Dogs. We will be collecting items from their wish list including gift cards and monetary donations, dish soap, Ziploc bags, towels, peanut butter, Nylabones, puppy leashes and collars. RSVP by 11 a.m. Monday, March 14, to “suncitywomansclub@ gmail.com”. Include if you plan to eat. Cost of the buffet is $16, paid at check-in. Info: Rosita Rodriguez-Barton at “rrbwomansclub@ gmail.com” or 703.973.0563.

Hurricane Preparedness Seminar

Sponsored by the SCC Emergency Squad By Diane M. Loeffler In 1921, a major hurricane hit this area. For 101 years we have been lucky. As Emergency Squad Chief Mike Bardell says, “It is not a matter of if a major hurricane will hit, but when it will.” The time to prepare is well before the forecasters begin drawing spaghetti lines suggesting a hurricane might make landfall in the Tampa area. Anyone in the greater Sun City Center area may attend either one of the Friday, March 7 Sun City Center Disaster Planning Symposiums. One will take place at 9:30 a.m. in Kings Point’s North Club House Veterans Hall. The other will be presented at The United Methodist Church’s Sanctuary (1240 Del Webb Boulevard West) starting at 2 p.m. These meetings will give you the information you need to make decisions to prepare. The format this year will be different than ever before. Presenters will talk for three minutes each. Then they will go to separate tables and areas. You are encouraged to talk to the speakers one-on-one. Presenters include representatives from the following organizations: Hillsborough County Fire Rescue, Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, South Bay Hospital, Hillsborough County Shelters, the Health Department, CERT (Community Emergency Response Team), TECO, Security Patrol, SUN Radio, The Emergency Squad, FSR, insurance, amateur radio club, restoration services, and others. Don’t be complacent. Be prepared.

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Are you ready for a 600-HP PT Cruiser? When you first spy Dan Baker’s little white sedan, you wonder why it was named the Roamin’ Oldies February Cruiser of the month. It looks like just another ordinary grocery-getter. But that’s where the ordinary stops. This petite PT Cruiser is now powered by a 600-horsepower Hemi V-8 engine, part of a complete rebuild that left only the body and interior intact. Once a “rebuildable salvage” from a wrecking yard, it sits atop a newly fabricated tube frame, with a Corvette suspension and a high-stall torque converter transmission coupled to a Dana differential driving the rear wheels. The Roamin’ Oldies host a cruise-in from 1 to 4 p.m. the first Sunday of every month, with a rain date the following Sunday, at the Mira Bay Village Shopping Center on US41 in Apollo Beach. About 100 of the area’s finest antique and collectible cars often take part, accompanied by classic oldies music played by DJ Joey Ferrante.

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KPAL Artist of the Month is Linda Garrison

Linda is a native of Cincinnati, Ohio. She has always loved arts and crafts and did a bit of painting as a hobby when she was younger. She took an art class while in college at St. Louis University, but had not actually pursued painting until she came to Florida. She took lessons from Diane Simon for more than seven years. She gives Diane the credit for encouraging her and developing in her an enthusiastic love of painting. Her favorite medium is watercolor, but she does a bit of acrylics as well.

6th Annual Charity Fashion Show and Luncheon

Tuesday, March 1, at Club Renaissance 2121 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Featuring Janet Carr’s clothing line and accessories. Janet’s line is a perennial favorite and has an avid local following because of its unique, contemporary and travel-friendly fashions. This year’s charity recipient is The Hope Fund, a local organization that supports Wimauma school children, grades K – 5, through a variety of after-school activities. Tickets: $32.50; buy at the door or at Club Renaissance, M-F, 11 to 3 at the front desk. Personal check only.

AAUW Honors Kelly Kowall as 2022 Woman of Distinction

Kelly Kowall is Founder and President of My Warrior’s Place in Ruskin. Her son Corey died on a mission in Afghanistan trying to clear IEDs in 2009. She wanted a way to honor her son and to give solace to other Gold Star families as well as veterans and law enforcement in similar grief. It has turned into a waterside retreat on the Little Manatee River. Kelly has completed training as a Grief Support Provider from the American Grief Academy. She is a published author and an active member of the American Gold Star Mothers Association as well as VFW and American Legion Auxiliaries. Kelly will be the speaker at the AAUW March meeting on March 12. The meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. in the SCCCA Atrium Florida Room. This meeting is open to anyone who would like to hear Kelly speak as well as active or potential members of AAUW. Register by calling Magie Castiglia at 813-633-8253. Cost is $5 at the door.

News of Freedom Plaza

By Peggy Burgess Freedom Plaza is sometimes thought of as “Party-time Plaza”, and with good reason: many of the activities offered to residents are festive or entertaining in nature. However, Freedom Plaza also has its serious side and nowhere is that more evident than in the number and variety of religious programs available to residents. Even more notable is the fact that the residents, themselves, are the prime facilitators of these programs. The most prominent of these religious programs is the Sunday afternoon non-denominational Vespers Service. Over the years it has been conducted by a series of guest ministers, but has recently passed into the willing and able hands of interested residents, each contributing their special ability. Rev. Dave Looney administers communion; Jim and Ruth Brandt lead the singing; Pam Roberts plays piano; Tomi Renau creates printed materials; Barbara Kirshner runs the sound and Benny and Janet Blackshire share responsibility for delivering the sermon. The Blackshires also conduct services at Plaza West and at The Inn Assisted Living. Vespers is not the only event where residents gather for religious purposes; another is at weekly Bible Study. This program is led by Len and Barbara Winter, who have faithfully provided their services for the past five years. Along these same lines,

Freedom Plaza Vesper Services leaders (left-right) Ruth and Jim Brandt, Rev. Dave Looney, Janet and Benny Blackshire, Barbara Kirshner, and Tomi Renau.

a group of Catholic residents meets monthly—rotating leaders and open to all—for the purpose of studying scriptures associated with forthcoming services at the Prince of Peace Catholic Church. One member of that group, Joyce Wentzell, routinely delivers communion to residents secluded in their apartments. As well, our residents of the Jewish faith are duly recognized: the Menorah, in its proper setting, is displayed prominently each December, plus a private Seder meal for Passover is prepared by Dining Services. Freedom Plaza’s most unique mode of religious programming is found in the PowerPoint presentations offered by resident Peggy Dionne. These original dramas highlighting Biblical events and personalities are enjoyed by all. The selfless service of all these devoted individuals helps to nourish the spiritual needs of their fellow Freedom Plaza residents and is deeply appreciated.

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Farmhands Bluegrass Gospel is Back

Friday, March 4, at 7 p.m. UMC of SCC, 1210 Del Webb Blvd. W. The Farmhands has received over 70 award nominations, winning an unprecedented 32 major awards including 2019 and 2020 Bluegrass Gospel Band of the Year honors at the Bluegrass Music Awards. $10 per person donation at the door. No advance tickets.

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Kings Point Mixed Chorus Presents Disney Delight

Thursday, March 31, doors open at 4:30 p.m. Hum along to Disney musical favorites as you’re transported to Fantasyland. Tickets: $10, available at the Kings Point box office. BYOB.

Kings Point Popup Concert Series

Friday, April 8 “The Alter Eagles,” Eagles Tribute Band Monday, April 11 “Mark Anthony Band,” Tribute to Billy Joel Two show package only $45. Individual show tickets $27. All shows start at 7:30 p.m.

Friday, March 11, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, March 12, at 1:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Kings Point Veterans Theater

Don’t miss this musical extravaganza! Tickets are $14, available in the Kings Point box office, weekdays from 8:30 to 4 p.m. Reserved cabaret style or bleacher seating is available. BYOB and snacks. Director Diane LeFrancois and Assistant Director Linda Stone are putting the performers through their paces several days a week. They are practicing hard to perfect their routines so they can gift you with another spectacular show.

Musical Legends – 2 Shows

Monday, March 14 at 7 p.m. Redeemer Lutheran, 701 Valley Forge Blvd. Monday, March 28, at 7 p.m. St. Andrews, 1239 W Del Webb Blvd. Hear the best of Frank Sinatra, the Beatles, Whitney Houston, Marvin Hamlisch, Louis Armstrong, Ray Charles, Michael Jackson, and Carole King. The 30-piece South Shore Concert Band will play some of the most famous works of these musical legends. The concerts are open to the public and a free will offering will be taken. Please bring a canned good or other nonperishable food item for donation to the local food pantry.

SCC Women’s Chorus “Springtime With Love and Fun!”

Sunday, March 27, at 3 p.m. UMC of SCC, 1210 Del Webb Blvd. W. The Women’s Chorus of Sun City Center, with Director Jeff Jordan and Accompanist Valerie Southwell, will present their spring concert, “Springtime Love and Fun: The Best of the Women’s Chorus!” The stage will be set with “Tonight” from West Side Story. Following that you will hear several jazzier songs by composers like Cole Porter and the Gershwin brothers. Please arrive early in order to get a good seat as we expect a “standing room only” audience. Admission is free, but the Chorus will gratefully accept a love offering during the concert.

Bluegrass Band, “Sideline” Coming to SCC

Friday, March 18, at 7 p.m. UMC of SCC, 1210 Del Webb Blvd. W. Sideline has had many chart-topping hits, such as “Just a Guy in a Bar,” “I’ll Always Be a Gypsy” and “Jesse’s Barn.” Their musical style has set the pace in Bluegrass for over two decades. Tickets: $15. Buy in the church office Monday – Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. or online, www.sccumc.com

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Free Couples Dance Lessons

SCCCA members or KP Gold Card holders are welcome to join the West Coast Swing and Country Dance Club for a four-week dance lesson: Fridays at 6 p.m. for West Coast Swing, and Sundays at 6 p.m. for Country Two-Step. Lessons are free in the Dance Studio 1 by the walking pool.

Senior Social Dance

55 and up, reservations only March 1, 15, and 22, doors open at 5:30 p.m. St. John, 1015 Del Webb Blvd East. Dances open to Sun City Center and Kings Point residents and their guests. Entertainment: Thor Stevens and his saxophone. Dressy casual. Cost is $6. If you make a reservation and you do not cancel by noon the day before you are responsible for paying the $6. No walk-ins. BYOB. Ice and setup, as well as snacks available. Info: Judy Furman, 425-214-3996 or email “judyannfurman@gmail.com”.

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By Renee Bray, SCCCA Entertainment Director “If you liked Million Dollar Quartet, you’ll love Shake Baby Shake,” says creator and star Lance Lipinsky of America’s hottest retro concert attraction. Lance will sing the hits of Buddy Holly, Elvis Presley, Bill Haley, Little Richard, Jerry Lee Lewis and more. Tickets are available at the Atrium SCCCA Kiosk on N. Course Drive for $20. The event is March 13, at Renee Bray 2:30 p.m. Returning March 25 is the members’ favorite dance band from our 2020 season, Private Stock. They are energetic, multitalented and extremely versatile entertainers! Private Stock is the most sought-after entertainment in the industry. The band performs all styles of music from the oldies, to todays’ hits. Tickets are $19, and the BYOB event starts at 7 p.m. As a reminder to those who purchased tickets to the November 5 performance of Savannah Jack, this dance has been rescheduled for Friday, March 11, at 7 p.m. If you do not have your tickets, please come to the Atrium Kiosk and new tickets will be issued (to the person that bought the tickets only). All shows are held at the Community Hall at 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. SCCCA residents can purchase as many tickets as they like for themselves and their guests. Kings Point residents may purchase tickets for an additional $2. The Atrium Kiosk located on N. Course Drive, is open on M-W-F from 10 to 1 p.m. All ticket purchasers must bring with them either their CA or KP badge for proof of residency. Tickets are also available at the door for most performances. A complete line-up of all shows for the season is available at the Kiosk, in the CA office on N. Pebble Beach Blvd or on our website at www.suncitycenter.org under Activities.

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Come Dance With Us

March 8, doors open at 6 p.m. KP North Clubhouse Banquet Room Dance to live music by LB and Chloe. Waltz, foxtrot, rumba, salsa, swing, rock ‘n roll, and more. All are welcome. Cost: $5 at the door. BYOB, ice and water provided. Guests who are not SCCCA or KP members may be asked to pay an additional $2.50. Info: Ken, 513582-8449.

Let’s Dance Ballroom Dance Club

Saturday, March 12, from 7 to 9 p.m. SCC Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Join Let’s Dance for “When Irish Eyes Are Smiling.” Dance to your favorites including country two-step, line dance, bachata, west coast swing, nightclub two-step, swing, cha-cha, and waltz. Casual attire. BYOB and snacks. Open seating. Members free; guests $6. Attendees must have a 2022 SCCCA membership card or a KP Gold Card. Info: Tom Hart at 810-923-8446.

Moonglow Dance

Thursday, March 24, from 7 to 9 p.m. SCC Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Moonglow Dance Club invites everyone to this social ballroom dance. Come enjoy the live music of Bobby Remp. Sing along as Bobby delivers classics from Sinatra, Darin, Jones, Diamond, Elvis, as well as Motown tunes. Invite your friends! Cost is $6 at the door. BYOB and snacks. Reservations are not required, unless you want a table for six or more. Info: 813-633-1297 or email “gail3357@gmail. com”.

Dance Lessons

Weekly, March 7, 14, 21, 28 4 p.m. - Intermediate Silver Bolero 5 p.m. - Intermediate Tango 6 p.m. - Beginning Nightclub Two Step 7 p.m. - Beginning Swing Location: St. John the Divine Episcopal Church, Parish Hall, 1015 East Del Webb Blvd. Info: Bernice DuBro “dancewithbernice@gmail. com” or call 813-634-3205 or 813-482-6784. Cost is $30 per person for a four-week month or $8 per lesson. All are invited to attend.

Greater SCC Registered Nurses Club Important community service to be reorganized

By Ilona Merritt The RN Club of SCC was a vital service organization organized in 1969 to promote and assist with health-related programs beneficial to the residents of our community. Members come from different backgrounds as professionals, from the “old” diploma programs to those with PhDs. Active or inactive registered nurses joined together for 48 years and donated their time and talents to the SCC community. They also volunteered in local hospitals, at the Emergency Squad, schools, and many organized programs. Wherever they were needed, they were there. The club had been eager to reach out to more people, and they were in the process of restructuring their service area to include South Hillsborough County. In March 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic invaded our world. Many events were canceled or postponed. February 1, 2022, the RN Club was finally able to reorganize and pursue its plan to restructure its service area

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March 27, doors open at 4:30 p.m. SCC Community Hall, 1910 South Pebble Beach Blvd. Meal catered by Banquet Masters. Live music from Good Stuff. This dance will be a fundraiser for Samaritan Services, SCC Emergency Squad, Security Patrol, and Meals on Wheels. This event is open to all SCC members, Freedom Plaza, and Kings Point members, and all SCC surrounding communities. Friends and family are welcome to come. Tickets: $28 for members; $38 for nonmembers. Tickets available MWF from 10 to noon at the Atrium ticket kiosk. No tickets at the door. BYOB casual attire. Info: Ann Savage at “icdocean@ bellsouth.net” or 813-938-4094.

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Military News MOAA Briefed on Free Courses for Seniors

Gabriel Guzman, HCC’s Enrollment Development Coordinator, spoke at MOAA February Luncheon.

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L to R: Jan Bassett, Past Regent of SCC DAR, Commander, Douglas Roderick, Col USAF (Ret.).

HCSO Peer & Wellness Specialist, Rhonda Holder, Addresses MOWW

The Military Order of the World Wars (MOWW) held their monthly meeting/luncheon at the Freedom Plaza Club, Sun City Center, on January 20. The featured speaker was HCSO Peer & Wellness Specialist, Rhonda Holder. Rhonda is a native Floridian and a proud graduate of the University of Florida. She currently works as the Peer & Wellness Specialist in the Health & Wellness Section of the HCSO Human Resources Division. The main functions of her role are to provide support to Peer Support & CISM (Critical Incident Stress Management) teams, in addition to researching best practices for law enforcement mental health and implementing innovative solutions at HCSO. HCSO provides their staff with a variety of resources to deal with work, home, and stressors in general. Their Peer Support teams consist of 43 trained sworn officers and civilian personnel. Prior to her presentation, Commander Douglas Roderick, Col USAF (Ret), presented a $1,000 check to Jan Bassett, Past Regent of the Colonel George Mercer Brooke DAR SCC chapter, to help keep the “Keep the Flags Flying” project going in SCC. MOWW SCC Chapter 226 meets monthly at 11 a.m. on the third Thursday of the month, except July and August, at the Freedom Fairways GC Plaza Club on Upper Creek Drive. For information regarding membership contact Col. Douglas Roderick USAF (Ret.), 813-283-2941.

Mr. Guzman receives a Certificate of Appreciation from MOAA 1st VP, Gary Bridges, COL USA (Ret.).

Attention Veterans

The next meeting of the American Legion Post 246 will be held on Friday, March 25, at 9:30 a.m. in Room 3, CA Community Hall, 1910 South Pebble Beach Blvd. Coffee and donuts will be available at 9 a.m. All veterans and spouses are welcome. For information call Paul Wheat at 813-391-7309 or email at “pawheatjr@aol.com”. Guest speaker will be Daniel Paton who is both a U.S. Navy and U.S. Army veteran. Dan, originally from St. Louis, MO, enlisted in the Navy and served eight years stationed in Oceania with VA-36 (an A-6 squadron) and deployed on board the USS Roosevelt (CVN 71) during Operation Desert Storm and beyond. He left the service and went back to St. Louis and earned his B.S. degree in International Business and worked for a telecom doing Operations. After 9/11, he reenlisted in the Navy and went to OCS to become a Naval Flight Officer. After spending some time as a RIO he transferred to the Army to become a Military Intelligence Officer. After serving some time at the National Training Center as an OPFOR commander, he subsequently served with the 82nd Airborne, 1ID, 2ID, 3ID, I-Corp, 5th Corp, NSA, 513th MIB, and U.S. Central Command over the course of the next 15 years. He served in both Iraq and Afghanistan and retired with the rank of Major. He is now a disabled veteran and works at JPMorgan Chase & Co. in Tampa. He is a member of or involved in several military veterans’ organizations and is passionate about helping veterans in need.

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SCC Resident Celebrates 105 Years

By Paula Lickfeldt Nadine N. Draper turned 105 years old on February 1. She was born in Mississippi in 1917. Her family moved to Brazil, where she lived during WWI, and then they moved to the Bahamas. Her father worked in the Bahamas cutting Mahogany for PT boats. He could not take care of Nadine so he sent her to a convent in St. Augustine, FL, when she was 14 years old. In 1939, she met and married her husband, who was a legislator in south Georgia. She was a farmer and the wife of a legislator. Later, she and her husband moved to Homestead, FL, where they grew tomatoes. They moved to Sun City Center 25 years ago. Nadine says she hates to

be cold, adding that she thinks hell is a very cold place. Five members of Nadine’s family gathered to celebrate her birthday. Nadine will be moving to NC to live with her son Ross. She says that she has had a very good life.

St. John’s New Music Director

By Paula Lickfeldt Aline Giampietro was born and raised in Brazil. In 2004, she came to the USA to study music at Eastern Washington University in the state of Washington. Eight years ago she moved to the state of Florida. She says she likes Florida because the weather is like Northern Brazil where she is from. Before coming to St. John the Divine, Aline was the music director at St. James United Methodist Church, Tampa, Lutz Community Church, and Trinity United Methodist Church in Plant City. Aline loves to minister to others through music. She hopes to grow the church through her music ministry. She says that music speaks to different people in different ways. She is hoping to grow the choir and is looking for people

who play musical instruments to join the ministry. She is also versed in the visual arts and would like to get a group of Liturgical Dancers organized. She is an avid promoter of music education. She is an active member of the Music Teachers National Association, in addition to Florida and Tampa Music Teachers Association.

Don’t Be Scammed Attend the Elderly Exploitation and Fraud Prevention Seminar for Senior Citizens

By Diane M. Loeffler Avoid being a victim of a scam. On Thursday, March 10, a large fraud seminar will be held in Community Hall on 1910 South Pebble Beach Boulevard. All seniors in the greater Sun City Center area will have the opportunity to listen to experts in the field from 9 a.m. until about noon. The doors will open at 8 and close at 1 p.m. This will allow you an hour before and after the seminar to talk one-onone with the exhibitors. They will be located at tables along the perimeter of the room. You will

also have ample time to enjoy the treats being provided. Art Smith of Seniors Versus Crime will talk about internet scams and how to avoid them. Jackie Callaway of ABC Action News will talk about avoiding construction fraud. T. K. Kitts, Chief Investigator of Redbeard Intelligence and Investigation will address romance fraud. Brian Oglesby will inform us of the resources offered by the Better Business Bureau including the BBB Scam Tracker. Andrew Van Sickle, Assistant

State Attorney for Sarasota County, will discuss elder exploitation including power of attorney and how it is commonly manipulated by unscrupulous people. Everyone will receive a free ticket for a chance to win one of seven gift baskets. These door prizes will be awarded between speakers. Food will be provided. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Department will have an ice cream truck at Community Hall. The Men’s Club will provide donuts from Elite Donuts and coffee. Debbie Caneen of

Sun Towers will be giving away brownies. The event is co-sponsored by the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, the Men’s Club, and the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay. This is the sixth Consumer Protection Seminar offered by these sponsors as a free service to the community. The purpose of the seminar is education to prevent seniors from becoming victims and to offer an opportunity for seniors to get answers to their questions. Be informed to stay safe and to keep your hard earned money.

Family Connections to SCC: Meet Peggy and Marti

By Paula Lickfeldt Both Peggy Sigmund and Marti Turocy came to SCC to help their mother who had lived here since 1990. Peggy lived in Pitman, New Jersey. She was a Special Education teacher for several years and then taught third grade for 15 years. When she retired from teaching, she knew she needed to downsize. She decided that if she was going to move she should consider moving to Florida. She came to Florida to look at houses and her mother suggested that Peggy could buy her home on Simmons

Peggy Sigmund and Marti Turocy

Lake. Peggy liked the idea so she bought the home, and she and her mother, Margaret, live there together. Peggy likes to line dance, so she belongs to the

Solo Line Dance Club. She takes her mother to the walking pool every day, weather permitting, where Margaret walks a quarter mile. Marti owned a software business in Pennsylvania. When she sold the business, she retired and decided to look for a house in SCC so she could help her sister with taking care of mom. Marti had been coming to SCC for 30 years to visit her mom. She knew about all of the clubs and activities and liked the idea of living here. Marti’s husband still works in Pennsylvania, so they

were not looking to buy a home right away, but when the house just two doors down from her sister and mom came on the market, she and her husband bought it. Marti says she will be a snowbird until her husband retires. Marti likes to play tennis and she is on two tennis teams in SCC. She says the tennis courts here are wonderful and she loves playing on them. Both women enjoy being in SCC, and they are thankful for the opportunity to be together to help their mother.

FAITH &service Stress Management and Relaxation Program

Beth Israel Sisterhood Cooking Demo

Six sessions, Wednesday, March 2, through April 6, 2022, at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church. Classes taught by Daline Dudley, M.Ed.M.S.W. a Psychotherapist, health and wellness educator with 40 years of professional experience. $10 per class donation suggested. Info: 860-605-7868.

Tuesday, March 1 Jake Cohen, author of “Jew-ish” Cookbook, “reinvented recipes from a Modern Mensch.” For Zoom link and other info, email “barbaragrossman@sisterhood@jcssc.org”. Free event.

Pizza & Movie

Weekly: March 4 to April 8, from 3:30 to 6 p.m. Prince of Peace Conesa Center, 702 Valley Forge Blvd. Dinner: Fried cod, hushpuppies, coleslaw, and an ice cream dessert. Cost: $13 or two for $25. We fry in peanut oil. Carry outs are available. The majority of the proceeds will go for Catholic education. Stop by and enjoy fellowship and a good meal.

Thursday, March 17, at 5 p.m. St. Andrew Presbyterian Church All you can eat pizza, homemade cakes, and a soft drink for $7. Get your tickets at the church office, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday, from 10 to 1 p.m. Info: 813-634-1252.

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A night heron. They rarely pause long enough to capture an image.

A great egret bringing building materials back to the nest.

Venice Rookery

By Kai Rambow In real estate terms it is the size of a postage stamp, but it has an international reputation. People from all over the world come to see numerous species build nests and raise young. How this all started I couldn’t find out. No bird was willing to be interviewed. We can, however, enjoy the annual natural event. Every winter, birds arrive and select a spot to build their nests. Then the eggs are laid, followed by parents patiently incubating day after day. Once the chicks hatch, the noise level goes up significantly and one parent is constantly away fishing for food. You can see all of this from a short distance. Normally, seeing wildlife and their babies is a tough task. Animals are naturally very wary. At the Venice Rookery, there is an island in the center of the pond where the birds nest. Alligators occasionally patrol the waters protecting the nests from other potential predators. The result is close viewing for us. You can see everything with just your eyes. With a pair of binoculars, you’ll get a much closer view. You could also take some pictures with your phone, but to get some closer photos a point and shoot camera would be better. If you don’t recognize a type of bird, ask someone nearby. They probably know. Tips for a Great Trip Driving There: This is one place I really don’t like the GPS directions. GPS will have you exit about 10 miles before and you’ll need to drive through quite a bit of traffic and multiple sets of lights. Instead, I recommend driving south on I-75 and taking exit 193, Jacaranda Blvd. Turn right. Jacaranda runs into Tamiami Trail, turn right again. At the next set of lights, turn left. Just a short distance away, turn left again by the fire station. Drive straight back and you’ll be in the rookery. Note: Due to construction, you’re better served to enter from the north side by the fire station. The address is: 4531 Englewood Road, Venice. Plan on one-hour drive time from SCC. When to Go: This month should be a really good time to visit with lots of activity. The best times are right after sunrise and before sunset. Note: The rookery is open every day except Sundays. Cost is free. Snacks / Recharge: There are two Wawas close by. One is right as you exit off the I-75. The other is right at the corner as you make your turn onto Englewood. Consider this a civilized excursion.

Food fight: A great blue heron with two teenagers. Watching the feeding activities can provide a lot of action.

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8 Year Old’s Amazing Hole In One Accomplished By: Harrison Douce

There was an amazing hole-in-one accomplished Wednesday, January 19, at Caloosa Golf & Country Club. Harrison Douce, the 8-yearold grandson of members Duke & Fran Douce, used a 7-iron from the green tee to accomplish this victory. The shot was witnessed by Steve Douce, Thompson Douce, and Fran Douce. (Photo by Steve Doucet)

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Ray Roy shot a hole in one at Scepter #2 Ibis (102 yards) with an 8-iron. Witnessed by Ed Burris, Frank Lewis.

SCC Pickleball Club

The Sun City Pickleball Club offers free Introduction to Pickleball lessons. New club members will learn the basics of recreational pickleball in our six-week program. Paddles and balls will be available for use during the lessons. Classes are every Tuesday and Friday from 1 to 2:30 p.m., September through May, and are held at the pickleball courts behind Community Hall. If interested in learning the fastest growing sport in America, email the club at “SCCPickleball002@gmail”.

Miami Open Tennis Excursion

The SCC Tennis Association has purchased 50 Miami Open tickets for Thursday, March 24, and chartered a bus to drive us to and from the event. This trip is open to anyone, so if you would like to spend a fun-filled day watching professional tennis, we hope you will join us! Each ticket includes a reserved seat in the main stadium for the afternoon session starting at noon and ending around 5-5:30 PM. This is during the first week of the tournament, so there will still be a large number of players to watch. The cost is $100, which includes the Open ticket, bus, driver tip, and incidentals (like donuts!). The bus will leave at 7 a.m. from the parking lot next to the Security Patrol Building at 1225 North Pebble Beach Blvd on the corner of North Course Lane. Expect to be back in Sun City Center around 10 p.m. Food is available to purchase at the Open. Of course bringing a lunch bag (or dinner) is always an option if you choose. To sign up, write down your name, email, and phone number, put that info and your check for $100 made out to SCC Tennis Association (no cash) in an envelope and drop off or send to Nancy Clark 721 Winterbrooke Way, SCC, FL 33573. Info: Michael at “michael@michaelirvinginc.com” or Nancy at “nclark@rmclark. com”.

Archery Club Birthday Party

On February 6, the Archery Club gathered in the Florida Room to honor the club’s 14 members who are 80 plus years old. After each honoree introduced themselves, there was cake and ice-cream served to all who attended. Honorees, left to right: Jerry Anderson, Bert Luke Jr, Paul Archibald, Liane Dufek, Bob Goodman, Dottie Mugavero, Joe Mugavero, Rose Hess, Don Mchose, Joe Mealey, Barbara Dube, Bill Hodges, Max Mollgaard, and Mark Vietzke.

Pictured is the 2022 CWGA-18 Board of Directors. Seated L to R: President Barb Struble, Vice President Judy Peterson, Treasurer Denise Berry, Secretary Karen Tromblee. Standing L to R: Bylaws & Rules Judy Walters, Publicity Aileen Engel, Hospitality Rose Bryan, Handicaps Sue Daveler, Membership Mary Ellen Laprade.

CWGA-18 Board of Directors for 2022

The Caloosa Women’s Golf Association 18-hole league met for our first general meeting of 2022 on Wednesday, January 26 with a brown bag luncheon scheduled after golf. The current members of the Board of Directors elected in December were introduced.

Badminton Fun

Teammates Front L to R: Rolande Poulin, Betty Zeller, Deb Zieg and Edna Carlin. Center L to R Janet Hoffman, Lee Greenlee, Helene Peterson, and Nancy Clark. Back L to R: Melody O’Sullivan and Marti Turocy.

Sun City Center Competitive Tennis

The Sun City Center ALOT traveling tennis team is off to a great season. Last two team wins were against Van Dyke and Riverhills.

For those arriving before 8:30 a.m. or staying after the volleyball games are concluded, there are four badminton rackets and a number of birdies stored in the club’s storage bench. The same net is used. So far, it has proven to be a challenging game to transition to, and has provided a number of laughs for players and onlookers alike. Stop by Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays to check it out.

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Lawn Bowling Mixed Pairs Championship

After an exciting match against Marilyn Finn and Russ Clewley, the Sun City Center Lawn Bowling Club’s 2022 Mixed Pairs Championship was won by Diann Thomas and Ron Ridley. This year’s tournament had 22 teams vying for the title. 2022 Mixed Pairs Champions, Diann Thomas and Ron Ridley.

Lawn Bowling “Singles” Champion

By Garry Higgins The “Suncoasters” Singles Champion is determined in a single-knockout, elimination tournament, played over four afternoons. The two finalists this year were Susan Finn and Jenny Myers. In this match-up, the first player to get 21 shots is the winner. This year, Susan won out over Jenny and is the 2022 Suncoasters Singles Champion. 2022 Suncoasters Singles Champion, Susan Finn.

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Junior and Senior Champions

By Garry Higgins At the Sun City Center Lawn Bowling Club, you are considered a “Junior” if you are a member aged 70 through 79. Only after you reach the age of eighty do you join the “Senior” ranks. Two separate Singles format championships were run, and after a week of single-knock-out play, it was Junior Jenny Myers winning against Bob Fladung. On the Senior side, it was Joe Junior Champion Jenny Myers and Senior Champion Joe Mignogna. Mignogna over Al Pelliccio.

Lawn Bowling Men’s Pairs Champions

By Garry Higgins The Pebble Beach (men’s) division of the Sun City Center Lawn Bowling Club completed a week-long series of single-knockout matches to determine the 2022 “Pairs” Champions. After the final sixteen end game, the new champions are Ron Ridley and Joe Mattia. In second place, the team of Bob Fladung and Tony Galfo. The club welcomes members of the Sun City Center Ron Ridley and Joe Mattia. Community Association. Club info: www.suncitycenterlbc.com or drop by the club, located behind the library.

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A Great Time at the State Fair

March 2022

By Bob Sanchez Thousands attended the State Fair in February, enjoying rides and slides and petting zoos and agricultural displays and a dizzying array of wonderful State Fair fare. Were the deep-fried Oreos low calorie? The funnel cakes fat free? We doubt it. Were they delicious? We know it. Our community was well represented in the arts and crafts displays, as the photos attest. I went with some photo club friends during the day and took pics of all the SCC craft entries I could find. Photo club president Joe Sclafani went later in the day and took wonderful night-time Ferris Wheel photos. Sun City center has an abundance of talented people, as evidenced by the many award-winning artistic entries!

Jonathan Harnden’s wood carving took third place.

Diana Young’s porcelain painting impressed the judges.

Joan Fawcett’s elegant porcelain painting showed well.

Glenn Smith’s wood carving was a real head turner.

Festival continued from page 1. Martha Kloss took first place in porcelain painting with this pastoral scene.

Janet Singer’s Porcelain Painting scored well with judges and art fans.

Ellen Lanouette’s quilt.

Maureen Swaney and Martha Kloss earned top marks.

might want to dress down. With the exception of one year, it is almost always super dusty. Clothes you don’t mind getting dusty and shoes you can wash off easily are recommended. Food: Expect standard faire fare including turkey legs, burgers, pizza, chicken, and gyros. They do offer bread bowl soups, and an assortment of snack and dessert options. If you have special dietary restrictions, pack a cooler and leave it in your car. Note: Before you leave the grounds get your hand/arm stamped so you can re-enter after eating by your car. Cameras: By all means bring your camera. The Festival cast, and many attendees, love posing for photos, and you will find plenty to capture your lens. If you spot some people who’ve dressed up, ask to take their picture. Most will gladly say yes, but be respectful, always ask first. Early, Sort Of: Arrive before they open, which is usually around 10 a.m. If you are by the gates about 15 minutes before they open, there is usually a short show to start the day. Schedule: As soon as you enter, get a schedule. Take a moment to read and decide on what you really want to see. Jousting and the Chess Match are very popular events, but only performed a handful of times a day. You’ll want to get your seats at least 20 minutes before show time. You might also want to literally

Jan Ring’s quilt earned top marks.

map out how you’re going to see everything to minimize your walking and maximize what you see. Be sure to leave yourself time to visit the shops and exhibits. You will find a wide assortment of handcrafted items you are not likely to see anywhere else. Bay Area Renaissance Festival The 2022 Festival runs on weekends from February 19 through April 3. Each weekend has a specific theme including Shamrocks & Shenanigans, High Seas Adventure, Barbarian Brew Fest, Pirates & Pups, and Wonders of the World. Location: 12449 Withlacoochee Blvd. Dade City, FL 33525 Parking is free. For tickets and more information, visit www.bayarearenfest.com.

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BOOK REVIEW The Woman They Could Not Silence Nevertheless, she persisted: an interview with Kate Moore.

By Andrea L.T. Peterson It was just before the outbreak of the Civil War. In President Lincoln’s home state, another war was not yet raging. Wife of a Presbyterian minister and mother of six, Elizabeth Packard, was just beginning to question the doctrines of her church, the infallibility of her preacher husband, and her status as property of her husband. As the “Me, Too” movement began to gain momentum in 2017, author Kate Moore was inspired. It was amazing, she told me, “not that women were speaking up, but that they were being heard!” She asked herself, “Why did it take so long?” Assertive, ambitious women — women who spoke out and challenged the status quo — had always been silenced, labeled crazy, dismissed. Considering how “mental health has been wielded as a weapon” against such women, Moore began her year-long search for “a woman who was sane but had been unfairly labeled insane by a patriarchal society.” Elizabeth Packard’s story was a gold mine. Here was a woman who had documented her own experiences, her story was full of the most dramatic twists and turns, and what an ending: “she didn’t live out her days in an asylum, she hadn’t had so many electro-shock therapies that she couldn’t string a sentence together. On the contrary,” Moore told me, “she becomes a writer and a political campaigner!” Packard discovered the hard way that “reforms succeed just in proportion as the need

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The two hardest questions for a reading junkie to answer are: “What’s your favorite book?” and “Who’s your favorite author?” Those might be tough questions, but The News is asking. We would love it if you would send us your answers to those questions. Let us know who and what you love to read, and we will share those answers over the summer, so we can all add some great books to our summer reading list. Email your answers to “editor@ soco.news” with the subject line “I love to read!” of them is apprehended by the public mind!” And one by one, she sought to help people “apprehend the need!” She was incredibly successful in getting laws changed so that married women had the right to be independent, to keep their own money, to raise their children independent of their husbands, and so much more. Two years of intense research brought Moore from her home in England to the United States where she “followed in Packard’s footsteps.” In Massachusetts, she visited the place of Packard’s birth and the place where a young and naïve Elizabeth and her husband lived contentedly for 20 years. In Illinois, Moore worshipped in the First Presbyterian Church of Manteno, IL, where Packard’s husband, Theophilis, had been preacher. In an ironic twist, it is now pastored by a woman. She visited the state asylum in Jacksonville, IL, which has since been demolished, but “it was incredible,” she said, to see the stone gate posts and look in the windows of the auxiliary building which are still standing. And to see the infant orchard planted in the 1860s had now grown to full maturity.” Packard’s husband had turned

the church, the community, even her own children against her. Completely sane, but committed to an asylum, Packard was the model patient. Her intelligence was acknowledged, and she and the asylum’s superintendent developed a congenial relationship. She was permitted to organize and lead prayer meetings and assisted other patients as though she were on the asylum staff. All was well, until she saw how the other wards that housed the less intelligent, the less “sane,” and the less wealthy patients were kept and how those patients were abused, ignored, and kept in deplorable conditions. Her first mistake was thinking that her relationship with the superintendent would protect her, that she could challenge how he ran his institution and that she could expose him if he didn’t change things for the better. In no time, she was in the worst ward, with the worst patients, the worst attendants, and the worst conditions. One Saturday morning I picked up Moore’s book, “The Woman They Could Not Silence: One Woman, Her Incredible Fight for Freedom, and the Men Who Tried to Make Her Disappear,”

to determine when I might have time to read. Such a smooth, easy read, it was unable to put it down, devouring its nearly 500 pages in a day! It is rich with Packard’s own writings, details of her daily struggle to not just survive, but to thrive in the most deplorable conditions against patriarchal society bent on keeping her hidden away and silent to protect the power and the positions of its leaders. Packard found that, according to antiquated laws, a married woman “was nothing, nobody.” Nevertheless, she persisted! What struck Moore after the book came out earlier last year was “the number of emails she has been receiving from people who say ‘the same thing happened to me [albeit, usually to a lesser degree].’ It’s still happening,” she says. “It’s amazing how resonant it still is!” She adds that “both of her books, the first is the non-fiction ‘Radium Girls,’ about the disregard for the deadly effects of radium on the women who worked with it, are stories of people who seem powerless yet make a huge difference.” We are reminded, once again, that “well-behaved women rarely make history!” And we should all heed the advice that Packard gave to herself: “We must be palsied by no fear to offend, no desire to please, no dependence upon the judgment of others.” The message is clear: Even if you feel small and powerless, you still have a voice and you can use it to make the world a better place!

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SCC Photo Club Kicks Off 2022 With Competition

The new year kicked off for the SCC Photo Club on January 11, 2022, with the first competition of the year. The Judge was Susan Piper of Lakewood Ranch. Winners included: Digital Color Advanced level, Tom Alcumbrack with “Make Room for Me,” Tom Bredesen with “Reflected Love,” and Dale Dombrowski with “Reflective Chili”. They all tied for second place. In the Intermediate level, Sherry Kalczynski won a second place for “Too Close”. On the Master level, Harold Sisken won three first place prizes for “I Have An Itch,” “In Deep Thought,” and “Water Lily.” In the Unassigned level, Nick Fader won second place with “Unexpected Beauty.” Digital Documentary Advanced Level there was a tie for second place: Madlyn Blom with “Daffodils in Bloom” and Dale Dombrowski with “Intently Watching.” In the Unassigned Category, Connie Morgan won second place for “Dominican Republic Charmer.” Digital Creative Advanced Level, there was another tie for

Tom Alcumbrack: Make Room for Me

second place: Dale Dombrowski with “Breezy Pose” and Barbara Klimczak with “Welcome to Picnic, Florida.” At the Intermediate level, Susie Crump won second place with “Sunday School.” Digital Mono category: Ton Alcumbrack won first place at the Advanced Level with “Descending Into the Fog.” Sherry Kalczynski won first place with her entry, “Look Into My Soul.” At the Intermediate level, Wayne Adams won second place with “What’s Old Is New.” Color Print Category Master Level: Christina Brittain took two second place scores with “So Broken, So Young” and “Welcome Aboard.” Mono Print category Advanced Level: Dale Dombrowski scored first and second with “Adobe Crosses” and “Leaving the Station.” At the Master Level, Christina Brittain placed both first and second with “Eye on the Dream” and “Farwell, Alexa Rae.” “Eye on the Dream” got the only perfect score of the night. Congrats to all the winners. The club welcomes new members with all levels of skill.

Dale Dombrowski: Leaving the Station

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By Debbie Caneen South County Events is provided by Debbie Caneen, Director of Admissions, Sun Towers from items submitted for publication. To submit events for future publications, send them by the 15th of the prior month. Debbie also publishes Ads and Events, a weekly e-mail containing information about what’s happening in 33573. Your event will also appear in the weekly Ads and Events e-mail and on the website www.SCCAdsAndEvents.com. Send all events by e-mail to sccfreeads@tampabay.rr.com. You only need to submit your Event one time each month for it to appear in both The News of Kings Point and SCC Ads and Events. SPECIAL EVENTS Please include all basic information, especially Price (or list it’s Free) and Contact Information (phone, e-mail, or website). Six lines maximum. Send to: sccfreeads@ tampabay.rr.com. As soon as space permits, we will put it in the weekly e-mail and it will run until event date passes. You do not need to submit it again. PLEASE NOTE: This area is for SPECIAL EVENTS only. WEEKLY, MONTHLY, or ONGOING EVENTS are listed on our website under WEEKLY & MONTHLY MEETINGS at www.SCCAdsAndEvents.com which is updated every weekend.

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The News March 2022 SAT. MAR 5 – KINGS POINT FRI. MAR 18 - “NATIONAL Pelican Players are sure to GARAGE SALE OPEN TO SCC 9 STORYTELLER CHAMPIONSHIP entertain you. The entree will be a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Kings Point PLAY” Doors open at 6:00 p.m. a delicious lasagna with all the North Clubhouse. Housewares, Show starts 6:30 p.m. at St. trimmings. The audience will be clothes, décor, and so much John Divine Episcopal Church, very engaged as they eat each more! 1015 East Del Webb Blvd., Sun course of the meal. The evening MON.MAR 7 - ALZHEIMER’S City Center, FL Contact: Mary will prove to be a fun time. The $20 DEMENTIA SEMINAR 1:00 p.m. Banaszak for tickets, (630) 310- tickets can be purchased at the Kings Point, North Clubhouse, 6727. Rotary of Sun City Center church office Monday-Thursday Veterans Theater. Learn about and Pelican Players present eight 10 to 1. For more information call caregiving, behaviors by humorous and poignant stories. the church office 813-634-1252. 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A Grateful Community Remembers David Floyd

Memories collected by Bob Sanchez Bruce Fraser says Dave was a “great friend, neighbor, and mentor… He was always smiling and had very good wit and humor. Whenever I needed advice about HOA questions or CA or Men’s Club protocols, Dave would always be available to answer questions or concerns. He handled problems at the CA very well over his terms as President. He also served two terms as President of the Men’s Club during the height of the pandemic. It was also a pleasure to work with Dave at Samaritan Services for many years. Dave was a pleasure to have as a friend and neighbor and he will be truly missed.” Diane Loeffler says Dave was “always such a gentleman… I thoroughly enjoyed working with him for the paper. When I first started writing for The News Of Sun City Center, he was the Community Association President. At first, he was a little nervous about working with a new reporter. During our initial meeting, he asked if I would share my article with him before I sent it to the paper. Then he reminded me to show him what I wrote before submitting it. The second time, I immediately volunteered to send my article to him first. After that, he said he didn’t need to look at my articles

Dave Floyd had a “kind spirit and sharp wit.” He was a “gentleman, a great friend,” and a “tireless example of community service.”

ahead of time. Of course, I also liked him as a person. He was always kind, courteous and well spoken. A gentleman in every way.” Neil Rothfeld says he “knew David for approximately 10 years… We served together as officers and directors of the CA. He was a believer in volunteerism. He was humble. He was even-tempered. I never saw him lose his temper. He was respected by his peers. He was fair and his decisions were well thought out. He was a good leader.” Claudia Hinson says she “knew David for close to 10 years… He was on the CA Board when I first started working here. David was

Dave, while serving as CA President, helped kick off FunFest back in 2015. Here he is with Uta Kuhn saluting Old Glory during opening ceremonies. (News File Photo)

a dedicated Board member and was true to the community of Sun City Center. He was a delight to work with, always speaking to everyone when he came in and sitting down in my office occasionally just to check to see how I was personally and how things were going in my job. A specific memory that comes to mind is when his first grandson was born in Wyoming. He came in to show me a picture and was beaming with ultimate joy. He was a great family man as evidenced by the beautiful tributes his sons gave at the celebration of life this week held for him.”

Dave exuded both “Community” and “Christmas” spirit. Here, he’s playing a jolly ol’ elf with CA Community Manager Lyn Reitz during the 2016 Holiday Cart Parade. (News File Photo)

SCC Library: Special Sale and Ongoing Services

By Diane M. Loeffler, Photo by Joanne Gilray On January 21 and 22, the Sun City Center Library held its annual sale in the Caper Room. Library Administrator Joanne Gilray says, “This year’s sale of books and CDs generated over $1,000 for the library to be used for general purposes. People look forward to this annual fundraiser, plus it is a way to keep moving donated items.” Some of the unsold books are donated to the Veterans Administration. Unsold children’s books are given to schools in Wimauma for their reading program. Prolific author Virginia Woolf (1882-1941) was a fan of secondhand books. She said, “Secondhand books are wild books, homeless books; they have come together in vast flocks of variegated feather, and have a charm which the domesticated volumes of the library lack.” If you share her viewpoint, you can find some really nice items in the sale room. You can also donate books any time of the year. You can purchase donated books all year during the library’s regular hours, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. The sale room is just past the checkout desk on the right. There you will find books for sale from ten cents to one dollar. Do you plan to read in a place where a book might be lost or damaged? These inexpensive books are perfect for vacations, trips to the beach, or reading

Every January, the Sun City Center Community Library has a large book sale in the Caper Room.

poolside. This reporter often buys books to take along on travels. Sometimes I pass them on to family and friends. Often, I donate them back to the library. The library is funded by Community Association (CA) dues supplemented by donations. If you are a Community Association member, your SCCA card is also your library card. Kings Points residents continue to be able to use the library by paying a $24 annual membership fee. According to the latest brochure, the SCC Library owns approximately 22,000 books, 950 audiobooks on compact discs, and 4,500 DVDs. The books include a large number of large print items. The library also has magazines, puzzles and board games. The puzzles and board games are all donated items in good condition with all of the parts. The board games are a new offering by the library and are located behind one of the checkout desks. If you cannot

find what you need here, ask the librarian or volunteers how to access Hillsborough County Public Library Cooperative materials.

The library has a small computer room and a meeting room that comfortably seats six people. Both of these spaces are located on the far end of the reference room. Any CA member can use the computers or reserve the meeting room. If you are a CA member, ask the library volunteers to show you where you can find CA Board meeting minutes and related documents. The SCC Library is located at 1011 North Pebble Beach Boulevard between the Administration Building and the lawn bowling fields. It is open from 9 until 4 Monday through Friday.

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