The News of November 2012 - ISSUE #51
...an official publication of the Community Association — Named Best Newsletter in Hillsborough County 2011
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION SCHEDULE
November 7 Board Workshop Board Room – 9 a.m. 14 Board Meeting Rollins Theater – 9 a.m. 14 Meet the Candidates Night Community Hall - 7 p.m. 20 Community Leaders Florida Room 9 a.m. 26 Co-AP Meeting Caper Room - 2 p.m. December 4 Membership Vote Sandpiper Room 8 a.m. -3 p.m. 5 Membership Vote Community Hall 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 5 Board Workshop Board Room – 9 a.m. 12 Board Meeting Rollins Theater – 9 a.m. 20 Community Leaders Florida Room 9 a.m. Proposed agendas for monthly Board Meetings are discussed at the Board Workshops and posted on Official Bulletin Boards the Friday before. They will also be posted on our website (suncitycenter.org – under “Association.”) Every Wednesday: Orientation for new members in the Board Room starting at 1 p.m.
Dec. Issue in your mailbox on
Sun City Center Member Survey
Residents Are Happy Here! By Dr. Erika Matulich, PhD, PCM
Hello everyone! I would like to once again thank the community association members for their participation in the Sun City Center survey. Detailed results of the survey results, individual questions, and the presentation are available online at http://www. suncitycenter.org/home.html. Here I would like to summarize the high points of the survey. Results O v e r a l l S a t i s f a c t i o n . Mo s t respondents were pleased with the continuous improvements being made to CA amenities and the way funds were being spent. Over 80% of respondents would decide to live in SCC if they could do it again, and over 85% would recommend SCC to others. 85.3% reported they were satisfied with living in Sun City Center. O ver 5,000 sur veys were returned, yielding a valid response rate of 42.9%, which is a very high response rate (typical mail surveys return less than 10%). This high response rate resulted in a statistically valid sample, with an
are snowbirds. Most respondents were Caucasian, married, had two adults in the household, and had grandchildren. 50% of respondents volunteer their time to SCC, and most respondents dine out two or more times per week, supporting the notion of increased food services/ offerings. What amenities and services are used? The most popular amenities were the Atrium, Library, Fitness Center, and Community Hall, followed by the Rollins Theater and various pools on campus. The Nearly New Shop was the most popular service used, followed by the CA offices. What items are owned? SCC residents show high ownership rates of computers, with most of those computers connected to the Internet, indicating that improved methods of online and electronic communication would be an option. There was also a high ownership rate of automobiles and golf carts, indicating that parking issues are a priority. Communication about Sun City Center. Most people get their information about Community
SCC Community Association Postal Patron
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On the Inside CA Ballot................................ 21 CARE..................................... 23 Club Happenings.................. 13+ Consumer Affairs.................... 32 Crossword.............................. 23 CryptoQuote............................. 7 Entertainment Corner............... 5 Expanding Horizons................. 7 Golf....................................... 33+ Military Affairs.................... 24-25 Movies.................................... 39 Newcomers.............................. 2 Plants Happen........................ 10 President’s Report.................... 3 Sports................................... 33+ Sudoku................................... 31
PHOTO BY JUDY STIMSON
December 1
Dr. Erika Matulich presented summary slides of the survey results. This slide indicates that residents get the “most information about SCC CA activities/ issues/news” from The News of Sun City Center monthly newsletter. Summary and detail (Appendix) slides may be found on the CA website SunCityCenter. org Home Page under SURVEY RESULTS “Click Here.” error rate of plus or minus 1.08%, which is far better than the industry accepted error rate of plus or minus 5%. In other words, you should be confident in the scientific accuracy of the results! Who responded to the survey? Respondents were evenly mixed across age groups, educational levels, as well as amount of time they had lived in Sun City Center. There were somewhat more female respondents and more respondents living on the North side of SR 674. Almost 70% live in SCC fulltime; the rest
Association activities and news from The News of Sun City Center monthly newsletter, which you are reading now, closely followed by John Bowker’s email newsletter. News from town hall meetings and directly from CA leaders and meetings were not preferred sources of information. Respondents strongly preferred that SCC CA news be disseminated via an email digest with links to further information on the SCC website,
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Volunteers/ Clubs Preparing for Holiday Walk
By Phyllis Hodges We’re only four weeks away from the Holiday Walk/Breakfast on the CA Central Campus on December 1. Is it on your calendar? A $5 breakfast will be served 7 a.m. to noon in the Florida Room.
Club rooms open at 9 a.m. and close at noon. The Campus will be rocking with music as the Organ and Keyboard Club members entertain diners in the Florida Room, and a DJ, Joseph La Piana, at the Bandstand sets a lively mood for strolling visitors. Sam and Joanne Sudman who are organizing the event say clubs who are participating should contact them immediately if they haven’t already to let them know which clubs will be open during the walk. Based on the tremendous turnout for the July 4 breakfast, they are preparing to serve 700 or more breakfasts. That’s a lot of eggs, pancakes, sausage, toast, coffee and orange juice. Serving hundreds of breakfasts takes about 100 volunteers to make things run smoothly. They are pleased with the response, although they had a few anxious weeks since the response to their call for help was slow. S o just what is expected from these 100 volunteers? At the entrance, there are the ticket sellers and greeters. Ticket takers at the food line collect the tickets. In the kitchen, workers crack, mix and scramble eggs, prepare pancake batter and sausage. On the primary food line,
See Holiday on page 6.
DID YOU KNOW?
There are three state-approved intersections in Sun City Center where golf carts may cross 674. They are Pebble Beach Blvd., Kings Blvd/Valley Forge, and Trinity Lakes/SCC Plaza. See page 10 of your 2012 Membership Directory (Golf Cart Usage). Editor’s Note: Have you recently heard or read something about the SCC community that you think a lot of other people might like to know? Email your suggestions to hodgespress@yahoo.com
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We will publish your picture taken elsewhere in your SCC T-shirts or holding a copy of The News of Sun City Center. Email your photo with a caption to sccnews@verizon.net or deliver it to the CA office.
Eagles Nest, Bhutan
Ireland
Marian & Bob Pitcher at 8700 feet with the Eagles Nest Monastery in the background in the Kingdom of Bhutan.
Daylight Savings Ends at 2 a.m. on Sunday, November 4. Set your clocks back one hour. Check the battery in your Smoke Detector.
At Carlough Harbour, Ireland, (l to r) Rocky Stadalninkas(KP), Sally Simonsen (SCC) and Al Alderman(SCC), on September 2.
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The NEWS of Sun City Center A publication of the SCC Community Association 1009 N. Pebble Beach Blvd. Sun City Center, FL 33573 813-633-3500 News Office: 813-642-2070 (located in Old Town Hall)
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November 2012
The News of Sun City Center
By Ed Barnes
related with any expenses incurred to obtain the five acres on the North Lakes Course. The Operating Budget for 2013 does contain some budgeted costs for maintenance of those five acres, but 2012 membership dues were not used to obtain the five acres on the North Lakes Course. Golf Cart Path to WalMart I want to thank the owner of the land that surrounds the Golf Cart Path, Stan Whitcomb, for cleaning up the area along East Del Webb south of the Golf Cart Path and eliminating the brush that had grown up on the curve in East Del Webb. This certainly improves the visibility for both golf carts and cars and reduces a potential hazard. That area looks much better and hopefully it will remain that way. We a r e w o r k i n g w i t h Hillsborough County to resolve the water issues on the Golf Cart Path to WalMart. A permanent fix on this flooding issue is being developed by the county but since the Golf Cart Path cuts through private property as well as an environmentally sensitive area, the solution will require some time to solve. During the rainy season the path was/is still passable but drivers merely need to slow down and proceed cautiously. West Del Webb Property After significant delays and false starts, we have just recently received a Quit Claim Deed for the entrance to the 37 acres we own off of West Del Webb. We don’t have complete access to that property just yet—we now need an easement across the 20’ strip of land owned by the county at the back of the access way. Hopefully, within the next month or so, we will have this easement in hand and will have access to those 37 acres.
Watch videos of the Board meetings on your computer. Go to suncitycenter.org, click on Association, then on Meeting Videos.
Lois Keen, who led the monthly meetings to orient new Sun City Center Community Association members, retired in October. Dolores Whitfield (sitting) will take over the meetings in November. She said she is looking forward to meeting new residents and acquainting them with their new community. these sessions. Whitfield is not a newbie to the CA. She worked in the offices from 2001 to 2006, and then returned in 2010. Fo r i n f o r m at i o n o n t h e meetings, call 633-3500.
The CA Board of Directors will be voting on amendments to Policy I and the Elections Handbook as shown below and on page 6 at the November 14 Board Meeting Deletions are noted by strike-through and additions are noted in bold.
CHANGES TO THE ELECTIONS HANDBOOK 5.01 ELIGIBLE VOTERS Eligible voters are members who are current with all fees, dues, and assessments.
5.02 B. Tallying Results of Absentee & Mail Ballots 5. All opened outside envelopes and ballots, and all rejected unopened outside envelopes and rejected ballots will be retained with other designated election materials in accordance with Policy 6.0 Section 8.01. 8.01 PRESERVING ELECTIONS MATERIALS
DONATIONS 9/12/12 thru 10/9/12 CLUB/ORGANIZATION AMOUNT Monday Movies $137 Community Foundation of $5,859 Sun City Center (from the Durward & Janet Siville Fund)
By Phyllis Hodges For the 16 new CA members at the October Orientation Meeting, it was an exciting hour or so learning about what to expect in this new phase of their life in Sun City Center. L ois Keen f rom Memb er Ser vices led the meeting and the Campus tour that followed. For her, too, it was a special day. Keen’s monthly responsibility for orienting new people to the area was ending, along with her job in the CA offices. She said this was her second retirement and she was looking forward to “catching up with friends and family” on a planned trip north. Keen had been a Membership Services Assistant for six years and explained that the Member Services team does everything they can to help residents with whatever they need. “Once members move past the receptionist, it’s our job to take care of them. I’ll miss talking to the people,” she said, “especially at the orientation meetings. It was fun seeing the enthusiasm of new people about the active lifestyle that will be available to them.” The orientation for new CA members is held every Wednesday at 1 p.m. They meet first in the Conference Room at the CA offices, then those interested are taken on a tour of the Central Campus. Dolores Whitfield, also a Member Services Assistant, will now lead
PHOTO BY JUDY STIMSON
CA Orientation Meetings Get New Leader
President’s Report Membership Dues At a Special Board of Directors Meeting on October 17, the Board passed a dues increase of $6 per member or a 2.3% increase; this is about 12 cents per week per member. Total dues would be $269 for 2013. I would like to thank the Budget Committee – Jerry Mahoney, Bob Cobe and Gene Morris; Treasurer Neil Rothfeld and Community Manager Lyn Reitz for all of the hard work in preparing this budget. This budget is a fair and reasonable budget to meet the operational needs for next year without creating a hardship on the members. Members will vote on the dues on December 4 and 5. Election of Directors to the CA Board We have four candidates for three positions on the Board of Directors: Chuck Collett, Gerald Collings, Mike Killian and Neil Rothfeld. Each of these positions is for three years. The next event for the candidates will be Candidates Night on November 14 at 7 p.m. in Community Hall. As we have had in the past, John Bowker will act as the moderator for Candidates Night. Everyone is encouraged to listen to the candidates and their platforms. Rumors not Facts I would like to clear up a rumor I have heard concerning the 2013 budget. There is a rumor circulating that the expenses (surveys, legal, etc) incurred to obtain the five acres on the North Lakes Course were paid for from membership dues and that is the reason for the dues increase. Expenses for the five acres on the North Lakes Course were paid for from the Capital Fund. In accordance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles – which is the bible all accountants use and is published by the Financial Accounting Standards Board) these types of expenditures are to be capitalized. The increase in membership dues for this year is not
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The Following materials will be preserved after an election: Absentee Ballots, along with the Signature envelopes APPLIED TO License Fee offset SCC Library
CA Contact Information Phone: 633-3500 Email: sccboard@suncitycenter.org Website: suncitycenter.org
Rejected unopened outside envelopes Rejected Ballots
APPENDIX G 2. Hours to be reserved (for early voting) are from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 3:00 p.m. 3. In order to make counting easier, different color papers will may be used for the dues and directors ballots. 5. Absentee Ballots will be published in “The News of Sun City Center” or an Absentee Ballot Request Form will be available on the CA website suncitycenter.org. This request can be mailed to the CA office. The request shall include the printed name, mailing address and CA number. The CA office will then mail the requester an absentee ballot.
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2001 Hartlebury Way KINGSPOINT Popular SUNRISE model is a delight inside and out. This 2 bedroom, 2 bath split plan one owner home has been nicely updated with the times. Silestone countertops, Newer bathroom sink stands with granite countertops, A/C replaced in 2007 with added Ultravation Air Disinfection blue light. Newer screen rear porch is great for relaxing and watching the water.
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For Sale in Sun City Center & Kings Point 102 22nd NW St
VAC
$375,000
4.17 Acres..178 Ft on Little Manatee Rvr
1414 N Pebble Beach
2/2 $89,900
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1141 Emerald Dunes Dr
2/2
$209,000
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1307 Idlewood Dr
2/2 $84,900
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2229 New Bedford Dr
3/2
$187,000
Yorkshire-Granite counters-Great area
2001 Hartlebury Way
2/2 $78,000
Sunrise—Encl Lanai Plus Screen Porch
832 Regal Manor
2/2
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Cezanne- Shown By Appt Only $123.Mo
651 Tremont Greeens
2/2 $77,500
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1605 El Rancho
2/2
$149,900
LaSalle Caged Pool on oversized lot
2244 Greenwich Dr
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Stuart-Very Clean Snowbird retreat
1007 Athens Way
2/2
$144,500
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2240 Greenwich
2/2 $49,000
Stuart-Nicely furn , large utility room.
1222 Wildfeather
2/2
$99,500
Twintree Furnished + Diagonal Tile
1301 Warwick Ct
1/1 $48,000
A-24 Partially Furn, Encl Lanai & Patio
842 McCallister Ave
2/2
$97,500
Malibu-Screened entry anf Garage Door
306B Fowling Ct
2/2 $44,900
Windsor-Lite Bright Close to amenities
1743 Council Dr
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$97,000
DW54 Carpet, Tile & Wood floor
202 Bedford Trl. E111
1/1.5 $24,000
Mansard I-Furnished & Ready for you.
1517 Ingram Drive
2/2
$95,000
Sahara TV room, Screen Porch Plus
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402 Dorchester • B-33
Kingspoint--Gable Roof Unfurnished 1 bedrm 1.5 bath unit with a 5 ft walk in shower (no tub). This end unit is close to parking. Home features Berber carpeting, glass top range, stack washer/dryer, side by side refrigerator with icemaker plus a portable dishwasher.
$775. Monthly Annual Basis
307 Knottwood Ct Kingspoint--Knolls 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath condo Master Bedroom-Queen, Guest Bedrm Full Size Close to Knolls Private Pool and lots more.
Available for season at $1,500. month plus 12% tax, or annual Basis $850. month you decide.
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Simmons Loop
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3/2/2G
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Sharp
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Private Pool
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2/2/1.5C
Pet ok- 4 month min
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Treasurer’s Report The 2013 budget requires an increase in the dues of $6 per person. This is an increase of 2.28% or 50 cents per month. The dues increase for the Operating Fund was $9, but there was a $3 dues reduction for the Replacement Fund. This results in a net dues increase of $6. We applied a surplus of $81,000 to the 2013 budget to help reduce the dues increase. Without applying the surplus, the dues increase would have been $16. The expenses for the 2013 budget are $59,000 more than the 2012 budget, an increase of 2%. The other reason for the increase in dues is that our income was reduced by $36,900. This is due to having fewer residents paying dues this year vs. last year. In order to keep our costs down we have tightened up the budget for 2013 and there might not be a
surplus to apply to the 2014 budget. The amount of any dues increase for 2014 will be determined by the residents approving or rejecting Freedom Plaza and Sun Towers joining the Community Association as dues paying members. This budget will continue the high standards of maintenance, repairs and service that our residents are accustomed to. I urge you to vote Yes for the dues increase that is associated with the budget. I want to thank the Budget C om m itt e e , t h e C om mu n it y Manager and the Community Association’s Accountant for all their time and effort that went into the preparation of the budget. —Neil Rothfeld, CA Treasurer
2013 BUDGET Board Approved - 10/21/12
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MEET THE CANDIDATES NIGHT WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2012 COMMUNITY HALL - 7 p.m. (Refreshments served at 6:30 p.m.) Moderator: John Bowker Candidates for your Board of Directors: Chuck Collett Gerald Collings Mike Killian Neil Rothfeld Learn more about each candidate on page 20. Written questions from the audiencewill be collected prior to and during the meeting by the Elections Committee.
What’s New at the Library?
We are happy to announce that the library once again offers (A detailed copy of the budget is available in the Community Association Library.) Barron’s magazine, thanks to the generous donation of Joye Gasser. OPERATING BUDGET: REPLACEMENT RESERVE FUND: The subscription was restarted in 2013 Projected Income October and is located in the library’s Members Dues $2,536,767 Projected Balance 1/1/13 $1,364,000 reference department. ($231 per person) Funds Needed per Replacement Another addition to our Directory 84,897 Study: Entertainment 97,805 Projected Disbursements (1,006,000) periodical collection is HGTV Interest Income 5,000 Estimated Interest Income 4,000 Magazine with beautiful photos Miscellaneous 152,380 Members Dues ($30 per person) and up-to-date decorating ideas for Surplus 2011 81,000 324,000 freshening up your home. Some of Total Income $2,957,849 Projected Funds Available 12/31/13 your favorite television design stars $686,000 give shopping tips for finding special 2013 Projected Expenses items and every issue has several Wages, Taxes & Benefits $1,346,174 Replacement Reserve for Furniture projects that give beginning-toMaintenance & Supplies 216,000 & Equipment: Maintenance Contracts 164,145 Projected Balance 1/1/13 $226,000 end instructions. As with all of our magazines, once the new issue comes Utilities 403,000 Insurance 229,800 Members Dues ($5 per person) in, back issues can be checked out Administration 153,950 54,000 so that you can enjoy them at home. Professional Services Legal, Audit, Computer 49,800 Management Contract 250,000 Library 15,500 Entertainment 83,225 Miscellaneous 46,255 Total Expenses $2,957,849
CAPITAL BUDGET: Projected Balance 1/1/13 $1,506,700 Projected Transfer Fees 450,000 Projected Balance 12/31/13 $1,956,700
Projected Disbursements (110,000) Projected Balance 12/31/13 $170,000 Reserve for Hurricane Deductible Projected Balance 1/1/13 $132,000 Member Dues ($3 per person) 32,400 Projected Balance 12/31/13 $164,400 NOTE: 1. Goal for the Hurricane Fund is approximately $300,000. Total 2013 Dues per member - $269
MEMBERSHIP VOTE ELECTION OF DIRECTORS VOTE ON 2013 DUES Tuesday, December 4, 2012, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sandpiper Room in the Atrium Wednesday, December 5, 2012, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Room 3, Community Hall CA membership card or photo ID required to vote. Absentee Ballots are available at the CA Office until 3:00 p.m., December 5, 2012. Absentee Ballots are also available in this issue on pages 21 & 22. Please be sure to include your CA number & signature.
Be sure to mark your calendar for our “Under the Oak Tree” book sale on Friday, November 16, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Come and see the great bargains on books, DVDs, and audio books. The oak tree is on the north side of the library, just west of the lawn bowling courts. We have some new treats for our mystery readers with the addition to our collection of two Wine Country Mysteries by Ellen Crosby: The Sauvignon Secret and The Riesling Retribution. In this series, Lucie Montgomery has returned from France to her family’s Virginia vineyard where she has taken over its operation after her father’s death. Each book in the series is centered around a different type of wine and See Library page 6.
SPOTLIGHT ON ENTERTAINMENT All ticket sales will take place at the AtriumKiosk on Mondays-Wednesday-Fridays, 9 a.m.-noon. Brochures/flyers are available at Atrium-Kiosk, Community Association Office, Community Hall, and the Kings Point North and South Clubhouses. Info: 813-642-2001. 2012-13 Entertainment Shows -- Individual show tickets are on sale for the Sunday shows: The Ditchfield Family Christmas Show, Adbacadabra, Earl Turner and Band, and a Tribute to Roy Orbison and More (Note: The Sunday show price includes a wine-and-cheese reception sponsored by Brandon Honda.) AND the Friday dance/ shows: Rocky and the Rollers, the Hub Caps, Top 10 Rock ‘n Roll, and Yesterdayze. This year’s Showcase is on a Wednesday (and is free if you purchase a series ticket). You may want to consider still purchasing the series tickets if you plan to go to all Friday or all Sunday shows for $70/series/person. St. Petersburg Opera Co. will present Highlights of Tosca, January 20, 2013, and Highlights of Ariadne auf Naxos, May 19, 2013, in the Rollins Theater. Tickets are $12/person. Plan Ahead (more details to follow): ... Sunday, February 24, 2013 - 3-4p.m. - Bach to Rock .. South Shore Concert Band ... Sunday, April 7, 2013 - 2:30-4:30 p.m. - Salute to the Big Bands .. Sarasota Jazz Project
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CA POLICY CHANGES POLICY SECTION I - INTRODUCTION ADD NEW SECTION: 1.05 VOTING Voting is the formal method of recording an approval or disapproval of a motion, proposal, referendum, or preference for a candidate. A. Board of Directors - All issues before the Board of Directors requiring a vote shall be voted upon after a motion is made and seconded by an eligible Board member. Unless otherwise provided for in the Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws a simple majority of the Board members constituting a quorum shall suffice for approval or rejection of a motion. B. Referendum - Referendum shall mean a vote by a secret ballot (not necessarily associated with any meeting unless required by Florida Law) taken over at least two days. Absentee voting is allowed. Proxy voting is not allowed. C. Election (Board of Directors) - Election shall mean a vote by a secret ballot taken over two or three days to select Directors for the CA Board. Absentee voting is allowed. Proxy voting is not allowed. D. Dues Increase/Decrease - Dues Increase/Decrease shall mean a vote by a secret ballot taken over two or three days to authorize an increase or decrease in the amount of the dues assessed. Absentee voting is allowed. Proxy voting is not allowed. E. Voting at a Membership Meeting - Voting at a membership meeting may be by a voice vote, hand vote, or by a written ballot vote. Proxy voting is allowed. The Elections Committee will decide on the voting procedure and supervise the voting. F. Bylaw Amendments - Voting on Bylaw Amendments may be held using either a referendum or by a vote at a duly called meeting that meets the quorum requirements, as called for by the Board of Directors (Article XIII – Articles of Incorporation). G. Article of Incorporation Changes – The Articles of Incorporation may be modified by the Board of Directors to comply with U.S. Internal Revenue Service regulations. All other changes will be by a referendum requiring approval by twenty-five percent (25%) of all members in good standing provided that such twenty-five percent (25%) are the majority of those voting. Absentee voting is allowed. Proxy voting is not allowed.
Holiday from page 1. pancakes are cooked and served, along with the eggs and sausage. At a secondary food line, servers are toasting bread and serving orange juice. Coffee makers are busily filling carafes for the servers who carry them to the tables. Then there are those who are constantly clearing and resetting tables, replenishing table supplies and emptying trash cans. Runners “go to the store” if supplies run low. When the breakfast is over, a crew swoops in to clean the kitchen and serving lines. Two shifts over the six-hour period means volunteers must work only three hours—6 to 9 a.m.; and 9 a.m. to noon. The clean-up crew begins sometime after 11:00 a.m. If you want to help, contact the Sudmans at jsudman@tampabay. rr.com to see if they still need volunteers. Library from page 5. each brings a well-written plot with interesting interaction between Lucie, her vintner and the interesting characters that visit the vineyard. Other new additions to the mystery collection are The Chocolate Moose Motive, by Joanna Carl, Hiss and Hers by M. C. Beaton, A Simple Murder by Eleanor Kuhns and A Brew to a Kill by Cleo Coyle. Happy Reading! —Elaine Birkinshaw
November 2012
A Light May Save Your Life
Back in the early 1960’s when Del Webb began planning retirement communities, he was enamored of the concept of a village or small town. He felt that street lights were too much city-like. So, in designing his communities, he placed coach lanterns street side to provide street and sidewalk lighting. He felt that this was a good option for neighborhood security. He felt neighbors should help each other and foster community pride. He felt it would contribute to a warm friendly feeling in the community. Today in Sun City Center, many of our neighbors no longer light their street side lanterns. The Security Patrol and Emergenc y S quad need the lights lit to make finding addresses at night easier. Some neighborhoods have covenants or architectural requirements regarding these lanterns, others do not. The cost of lighting these lanterns is only a $1or $2 per month. The Community Association would like to request that everyone, for safety and security, light their lanterns and help to keep our small town friendly and inviting. —David Floyd, CA Director
New FunFest Chair Announced
H. Proxy Voting - A proxy vote is a vote cast by a designated member that is duly authorized by a qualified voting member. 1. When voting at a Membership Meeting, a proxy may be authorized or allowed provided the proxy directs the agent how to vote. 2. The total vote on any matter in which a proxy is allowed shall be the sum of all valid proxies received plus the results of the vote of those attending the Membership Meeting. The Chairman of the Elections Committee shall establish procedures to avoid duplicate voting.
J. Open Written Ballot – A non-sealable ballot distributed at a Membership Meeting to be marked with the name of the person voting and their CA membership number and cast only by those in attendance at the meeting. K. Ballot/Absentee Ballot – A ballot duly authorized by the CA Board of Directors for the Members to cast a vote for a Dues Increase, Election of Board Members, or Referendum. The Ballot is cast by the member at an authorized polling place. The Absentee Ballot is mailed to or deposited at the Ballot Box at the CA Office. The Absentee Ballot enclosure envelope will contain the CA members name, signature, address, and CA membership number. Absentee ballots will be counted if received in the CA office before the closing of the polls. (Bylaw IX, Section 2(b)) L. Mail Ballot – A mail ballot, sent to all members, may be authorized by the Board of Directors, (Article XI) to change the Articles of Incorporation or vote on a referendum. M. Eligible Voter – An eligible voter is a member whose dues, fees, and assessments are current at the time of casting a vote.
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I. Voice/Standing Vote - A voice vote shall be a vote taken at a duly called Membership Meeting where the vote may be by either; oral acclamation, or by standing to be counted at the meeting by those in attendance
CA Director Jane Keegan (L) welcomed Susan Muise as her co-chair for the 2013 FunFest. As Jane put it, “Susan is the new chair; I am just planning to be around to offer guidance!”
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number of events that take place. On Nov. 15 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. there is a review and discussion of Silver’s Odyssey, a “story of a 1622 Spanish shipwrecked soldier’s survival trek,” by the author. Also on Nov. 15, at 6:30 p.m., Old Hyde Park is discussed by the author. Both are open to the public. To register, contact Visitor Services at 813-228-0097 Ext. 0. The Histor y C enter is a 60,000-square foot facility that opened in 2009. It is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily except Thanksgiving and Christmas. Cost is $12 for adults and $10 for seniors (65 and over). It is located at 801 Old Water St., Tampa. To get there go north on I-75, take Exit 256 to the Selmon (X-Town) Expressway, get off at Exit 8 (Downtown East), turn right on Kennedy Blvd., turn left on Morgan St., turn left on Channelside Dr., turn right on Water St., and on your immediate left is the east parking lot. Parking is $5 when you leave the lot. It takes around 30 minutes to get there and will take you around two hours to view the first and second floors of exhibits. Groups of 10 or more are welcome and get dis counted admission, docent-guided tours, meal options from the on-site Columbia Café, and after-hours receptions. For more information on group tours, email GroupSales@ TampaBayHistory.org or call 813675-8980. For more information on the History Center visit www. TampaBayHistoryCenter.org or call 813-228-0097.
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Local Dentists Now Accepting “Holiday Mail for Heroes” The dental office of Zamikoff, Klement, Jungman, Varga and Halcomb is now collecting holiday cards as part of the “Holiday Mail for Heroes Program” through the American Red Cross and Pitney Bowes. The program provides holiday cards to our American service members, their families and veterans around the world. Cards may be mailed or dropped off at their office located at 703 Del Webb Blvd. West, Suite B, Sun City Center, 33573. The deadline for receiving cards is Dec. 7. All cards must be signed. Please use generic salutations such as “Dear Service Member.” Do not include personal information like e-mail or home addresses. Please do not send letters. Do not include inserts of
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A great new addition to the Community Church College staff, 1501 La Jolla Avenue, is Cori Fochesato. The College open registration began September 18. Cori will be in the College office as Administrative Assistant and available to help you with details and answer your questions. Cori lives in Valencia Lakes and is originally from New Jersey. She enjoys reading, football and cooking—sounds great. A very special animal lover, just ask her cat, Toby. Visit Cori in the College office which is open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to noon, closed on Friday. She will be an excellent resource for you.
any kind including photos, glitter, confetti, gift cards or calling cards. Cards do not need to be in envelopes and do not need postage. All cards will be mailed to Pitney Bowes for collection and screening and reviewed by Red Cross volunteers who then deliver the greetings to service men and women. This will mark the third year that Drs. Z amikoff, Klement, Jungman, Varga, Halcomb and staff have participated in this wonderful program to lift the spirits of those who have served and are serving our country in the Armed Forces. They wish to thank members of the community who have delivered nearly 2,000 cards to their office over the past two years. —Pam Spry
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Leblanc Named Parade Grand Marshal
By Phyllis Hodges Dave Birkett, Chairman of the Golf Cart Parade Committee, recently announced that Ann Marie Leblanc will be Grand Marshal for the December 8 parade. “The committee members were unanimous in their desire to honor Ann Marie this way,” he said. “We wanted to recognize the valuable contributions she has made to this community by initiating or chairing major projects. To try to name them all would be futile, but a few in recent years are the 50th Anniversary Celebration, Holiday Walk, FunFest, Fourth of July Breakfast/Fireworks and fundraising for new chairs and tables at Community Hall.” About the committee’s action, Leblanc said, ““I am astonished. I thought I was doing things in Sun City Center just for the pleasure it was giving me. This is over the top.” Birkett said that this parade is truly going to be a communitywide effort. President Ed Barnes, SCC Community Association, and President Eileen Peco, Federation of Kings Point, will share a cart in a prominent parade position to signify that unified effort. We are attempting to set a new record for decorated golf carts so
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The parade starts at 10 a.m. from the Community Association parking lot on N. Pebble Beach Blvd. It will proceed right on LaJolla, right on El Rancho, right on Ojai, and left on Cherry Hills back to the Campus Bandstand.
Ann Marie Leblanc will be the Grand Marshal in the December 8 Golf Cart Parade. She is shown here at a Holiday Walk Breakfast, which she initiated four years ago. every cart counts! The parade’s theme (‘Tis the Sea-Sun) allows entries “TIS THE SEA-SUN” to represent a wide range of ideas, some of whom will be vying for part SUN CITY CENTER GOLF CART PARADE of the $5,000 prize money Minto Saturday, December 8, 2012 - 10 a.m. Communities is donating. Contact for parade info: dmbirkett@yahoo. com I want to help Sun City Center go for a record! Registration for the Golf Cart NAME: ______________________________________ Parade began in mid-October. The forms are available at the CA office, ADDRESS: ____________________________________ the Atrium ticket kiosk, the Kings Point COA office, and the Freedom PHONE#: _______________ EMAIL: _________________________ Plaza marketing office. PLEASE SELECT A CATEGORY: Individual __ Club __ Service Organizations ___ COA/HOA___
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November 2012
PLANTS HAPPEN By Ron Pelton
PALM YELLOWING I have had a number of my neighbors ask me why their Canary palms or Phoenix canariensis are turning yellow. See Figures 1 and 2. My first response was that this is normal for these palms to have their lower fronds yellow, or age. Upon examination I found that this situation was, indeed, pervasive and troubling. I thought that this may be the result of a disease such as lethal yellowing or some such virus. After contacting my main resource, Nicole Pinson, Hillsborough County Extension Agent in Seffner, I was relieved to find that these palms are actually victims of magnesium deficiency. Palms can develop a magnesium deficiency because of soil pH or not providing essential nutrients through proper fertilization. There can be other reasons why palms exhibit magnesium deficiency, not just because the homeowners are applying too much nitrogen. Fertilizing with incorrect blends and high nitrogen is one of the ways magnesium deficiency can occur.
8-2-12 formulation can also be used on many other landscape trees and shrubs. Locally the above fertilizer may be hard to find but I did find the one below, 8-10-10, which would probably do about the same job. I cannot recommend any brand so this is just an example of what you might find. *Chemical symbols u s e d i n t h i s d o c u m e nt a re : N=nitrogen,P=phosphorus, K=potassium, Mg=magnesium, Ca=calcium, Mn=manganese, Fe=iron, B=boron,Cu=copper, Zn=zinc
8-10-10 Palm Fertilizer Magnesium (Mg)
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Magnesium deficiency is the most common deficiency only on the Canary palms growing in Florida landscapes or field nurseries. Magnesium is readily leached from sandy soils. High levels of N, K or Ca in the fertilizer add to those already in the soil which can induce or exacerbate Mg deficiencies. As seen, symptoms of Mgdeficient palms occur on the oldest leaves as broad chlorotic bands along the margins with the central portion of the leaves remaining distinctly green. In severe cases, only the rachis and adjacent portions of the leaflets remain green on the oldest leaves, but younger leaves show progressively wider bands of green along the centers of leaves.
Epsom Salts I, for one, have been a great fan of Epsom salts to add a quick and inexpensive magnesium boost to the palms. Upon further examination I must caution you to avoid the use of Epsom salts on palm trees as a stand-alone fertilizer or in addition to a complete palm fertilizer. Epsom salts contain quick release water soluble magnesium sulfate. This will wash away with the first shower or heavy irrigation. For palm trees, use only a 100% slow release form of magnesium such as prilled kieserite. How to Apply Correctly Applying fertilizer correctly is just as important as the right fertilizer itself. Success and a healthy palm depend on proper application. Avoid using a concentration of fertilizer in holes or spikes around the palm. Banding is also not recommended. These techniques are not as effective because nutrient movement in soil is mostly downward. Apply fertilizer evenly around the drip line of the palm tree. These are where the feeder roots are. Never apply fertilizer directly next to the trunk of a palm. Use of the 8-2-12 fertilizer is recommended for use on the entire landscape. This not only simplifies fertilization by having to use only a single product, but eliminates a serious problem encountered when high N turf fertilizers are applied to turf areas with palms growing nearby. Roots of large palms typically extend out 50 feet or more from the trunk in all directions and will take up whatever fertilizers have been applied to the turf grass. REFERENCES: edis.ifas.ufl. edu/ep273 nutrient deficiencies http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/pdffiles/EP/ EP26100.pdf Fertilization of fieldgrown and landscape palms in Florida; http://sumter.ifas.ufl.edu/ FFL/documents/Palmbrochureprint. pdf Fertilizing palm trees;
Figure 2 Ron Pelton photo Improper fertilization practices can le ad to s e vere nut r ient* deficiencies in landscape palms which can lead to the palm’s demise. These practices are common in our area. To start with, do not use turf fertilizer on palm roots. Palm roots can actually extend to over 50 ft. from the trunk of the palm. Turf fertilizers induce K and/or Mg deficiencies in the palms. To solve this problem either mulch out to the drip line of the palm or, just use a recommended 8-2-12 (actually 8N-2P2O5-12K2O+4Mg wit h micronutrients) palm fertilizer on your turf grass. Studies have shown that applying a quality blend of 8-2-12 on St. Augustine provided the same quality as a high grade turf fertilizer. Bermuda grass, which is prevalent in our community, should react the same way. The recommended
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How Fixing Cataracts Can Improve Your Health Remember the old song; the foot bone’s connected to the leg bone? Well here’s an interesting connection—better vision could lead to a 16 percent lower risk of hip fractures. Sure, fixing cataracts can restore clear, colorful vision, but according to a recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, having cataract surgery lowers the risk of breaking a hip as well in adults 65 and older. How could cataract surgery affect hip fractures? “Seeing helps you navigate a new environment and helps with balance,” lead investigator Dr. Anne L. Coleman of Brown University told the New York Times. “You really need your eyes and vision to help you stay stable.” Older patients and those who were very ill benefited the most from having cataracts removed with a 23 to 28 percent reduced risk of hip fractures. Cataracts are more treatable than ever. That’s good news, considering half of all Americans will be diagnosed with cataracts by age 80. “In the U.S. alone, cataract affects over 24 million Americans 40 and older,” says Richard J. Mackool, M.D., director, Mackool Eye Institute, and senior attending surgeon, New York Eye and Ear Institute. Cataract surgery has come a very long way over the last 50 years. What was once a complicated surgery with a two-week hospital stay is now a simple outpatient procedure that takes a few minutes. “Cataract removal has a very high success rate. Most people can return to normal routines within 24 hours,” says Dr. Mackool. About three million people have cataracts removed in the U.S. each year, making it one of the most common procedures. The eye’s cloudy lens is removed and replaced with an artificial intraocular lens. Traditional lenses can correct distance vision, but newer advanced technology lenses can also help correct pre-existing eye conditions like astigmatism and age-related presbyopia. These newer intraocular lenses can potentially eliminate the need for glasses. It’s important to know that medications, eye drops, exercises, and eating healthy can’t reverse cataracts. The only effective way to correct a cataract is to remove the clouded lens with minor surgery. It becomes a matter of “when” rather than “if ” you should have the procedure done. This study suggests that acting earlier may help prevent other health problems that accompany poor vision such as falls. Cataract surgery can also mean more independence since better vision allows you to confidently do more everyday things on your own.
Getting annual eye exams is important for those over 50. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, only half the estimated 61 million adults at high risk for serious vision loss visited an eye care professional in the last year. To make sure you are protecting your eye health, follow these few simple steps.
• Everyone 50 or older should get yearly comprehensive eye exams. This allows for detection of eye diseases in early stages, before you experience vision problems, some of which may be permanent.
• Adults over 50 should be mindful of symptoms of common age-related eye diseases, such as cataracts, the leading cause of reversible blindness. Blurry vision and needing more light to read even while wearing glasses can be early signs. With a cataract, the eye’s lens becomes cloudy, allowing less light to pass through, making vision blurry. In early stages, symptoms may not hold you back, but vision may worsen as the cataract grows. It’s important to get examined as soon as you notice changes in vision, even if they seem minor. In later stages, you may experience poor night vision, colors looking dull, difficulty with glares or halos, and double vision. Seniors should talk to their doctors and visit the National Institutes of Health National Eye Institute website, www.nei.nih.gov, to learn about cataracts and treatment options.
Celebrating
30 Years of Caring Join South Bay Hospital for a Community Health Fair and Open House. Please help us celebrate our 30 years as your community hospital of choice! Free health screenings, tours of newly renovated areas and birthday cake! Friday, November 30th 8 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. South Bay Hospital Cafeteria 4016 Sun City Center Blvd Sun City Center, FL
Health Screenings Include:
• Cholesterol Screening (fasting) • Bone Density Screening • Vision Screening • Spirometry Screening • Body Mass Index Reservations required for health screenings. Please call our Consult-A-Nurse Health Information and Referral Line at 1-888-685-1595 to make your reservation.
November 2012
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Dance Clubs
Academy of Ballroom Dance Club
MOONGLOW DANCE CLUB The Moonglow Ballroom Dance Club will feature the live music of “Buddy Canova” at its monthly dance on Thursday, November 29. Please join us at Community Hall, S. Pebble Beach. Blvd., for listening and dancing from 7:309:30 p.m. Dressy Casual. BYOB with cups, ice, water & napkins provided. Singles are always welcome. Club members are FREE and visitors pay $5 per person at the door. If you think that you can’t ballroom dance, remember we are not “Dancing with the Stars.” We each enjoy doing whatever our bodies allow us to do, in time to the varied music we have from a different live band every month. No one will be judging your performance, so just come and have fun dancing your own style to live music. For more information, please call 813-6331297 or 813-642-8845.
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Oldies But Goodies Dance Club Music from the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s Sunday - November 11 Community Hall Dancing 7 – 10 p.m. Entertainment: “Flashback” BYOB OBG Members free, Non-members $5 For more info, call Barbara: 633-5649 —Valerie Liotta/Bill Fiacco
“HALLOWEEN BASH” Square Dance
The demonstration was in support of the Church’s fundraiser for Community Education. It was well received. The club also provided a Square Dance Information Booth for the SCC “Hi Neighbor” Event on November 1. The club will hold its Annual FREE - Square Dance Open House on Tuesday, Nov. 13. The Open Yes, we know Thanksgiving will House will be held in Community have over, but because of scheduling Hall on S. Pebble Beach Blvd., 7 problems, the Sun City Center -9 p.m. Van Coble is the caller/ Swingers Square Dance Club will instructor. Anyone interested in be celebrating the Turkey Day with learning about the wonderful world a “Turkey Trot” Mainstream/Plus of Square Dancing is welcome. Any Square Dance on Friday, November previous Square Dancer who has 30. Dancers, if you missed your been away from dancing for awhile dessert – or didn’t get enough of it and is interested dancing again, on the Big Day - be sure to attend the please join us. Brushing up on the Turkey Trot Celebration. Our ladies calls is real easy. Refreshments will will be providing delicious pies and be served. cobblers for your eating pleasure. The Club will hold a Pot Luck The club will supply the appropriate beverages. Dancers, put that left Dinner and Annual meeting in over turkey back in the Fridge, come Room 5 of Community Hall on Nov. join us for this wonderful Special, 9, 2012. New officers will be elected for the coming year. Members Only. Seasonal Event. Open dance to follow. These Special Dances, along A Beginners Square Dance with the Club’s regular Friday Night Mainstream/Plus Dances are held Class will be held on Tuesday, Nov. in Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble 20, 6:30-8 p.m. in Room 3 of the Beach Blvd. Pre-Rounds 7 - 7:30 p.m. Community Hall. A Plus workshop Mainstream/Plus Dance 7:30 to 9:30 will follow 8 - 9:30 p.m. Square Dancers: Come join p.m. Bob Ellis or Ron Reardon calls us for this Special Dance and every on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Friday of the month; Art Springer calls on the 2nd Friday Night for great dancing, and 4th Friday of the month. Pat fellowship and refreshments. Hagen cues. For fur ther information, call Geri at 633-9742 or Leah at The Club demonstrated the Art of Square Dancing at the SCC 633-3986. Community Church on October 20. —Dick Schultz
Saturday, November 17, at Community Hall 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Members free; guests $6. Free lesson: Samba 6:30 -7:15 p.m. Music by Bernice Dubro Dressy casual attire. Everyone welcome, Singles tables available. BYOB For further information, call Jean Kostka at 634-1235 or Lennie Crooks at 642-9975.
Dance Classes in November 2012
SOCIAL DANCE CLASSES Sponsored by the Academy Dance Club. Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium. Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point residents. Couples and singles welcome. $5 per class. For information, call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205. TUESDAY EVENING CLASSES (November 6,13,27) (No class Nov. 20) Beginning - Fox Trot 5:30 p.m. Intermediate - Cha Cha 6:45 p.m. Beginning Silver -Waltz 8 p.m. WEDNESDAY DAY CLASSES (November 7,14,28) (No class Nov. 21) Beginning - Rumba 12:45 p.m. Intermediate Bronze - Tango 2 p.m. Intermediate/Advanced - Rumba 3:15 p.m.
SINGLES DANCE CLASSES THIS IS A SPECIAL DANCE SESSION FOR SINGLES ONLY. WE WILL BE TEACHING A Few STEPS IN THE RUMBA DATE: Mondays (November 5/12/26) (No class Nov. 19) TIME: 7:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. PLACE: DANCE STUDIO (ATRIUM BUILDING) COST: $15 PER PERSON FOR ALL 3 CLASSES TAUGHT BY BERNICE DUBRO AND TOM GIANNINA FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL: 634-3205 OR E-MAIL: DANCEWITHBERNICE@GMAIL.COM
Foxy Seniors Dance Club
The Foxy Seniors Dance Club is having a Karaoke & dance on Saturday, November 17, in the Florida Room in the Atrium Building from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Enjoy an evening of fun where you can dance and/or sing, hosted by ReAct Entertainment (Suzanne & Bruce). Open to Sun City Center, Kings Point and their guests. Couples & singles welcome. Members pay $3. Non-members pay $4. BYOB. Casual Attire. For information or to reserve a table for eight, phone Angelina at 813-634-1865. The club’s New Year’s Eve dinner dance will be held on December 31 starting at 7 p.m. in the Florida Room. Dinner will be buffet style. Tickets go on sale Nov. 1 through Dec. 15 and cost $25 per person. Open to Sun City Center, Kings Point and their guests. Couples & singles welcome. For more info, phone Angelina at 813-634-1865.
Cabaret Dance Club
The Cabaret Dance Club is having a dance on Saturday, November 3, in the Florida Room from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Enjoy an evening of social fun where you can dance the night away. Open to Sun City Center, Kings Point and their guests. Couples & singles welcome. Members pay $3. Non-members pay $5. BYOB & snacks. Casual Attire. For information or to reserve a table for eight, phone Angelina at 813-634-1865.
Free Sunday Dance Practice
Need a place to practice your dance skills to various types of music? The perfect opportunity is every Sunday afternoon (2 – 3:30 p.m.) in the Dance Studio in the Atrium (CA Central Campus, N. Pebble Beach Blvd.). This is not a lesson, just a time to practice with some good music. The session, sponsored by the SCC Dance Club, is open to all members of the SCC Community Association or Kings Point. Contact for info: Bill and Phyllis Hodges at 641-0816.
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Crafts Sale November 9
The Sew ‘n Sews, Lapidary, Shellcrafters, Stained Glass and possibly the China Painters clubs will be having their Fall Sale on Friday, November 9 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. The Lapidary Club will be giving a 10% discount!! Start your Christmas shopping early!! —Kathy Bittman, Lapidary Club
Low Vision Club to Meet November 19 The SCC Low Vision Club will meet on Monday, November 19, at 1:30 p.m. at the Chamber of Commerce in the SCC Plaza, next to Payant Financial. The guest speaker will be Dr. Jeffrey Davis of Manatee Eye Associates. He will discuss cataracts and various eye issues. For information, contact Ben Green at 385-5590.
SCC Photo Club to Meet on Tuesday, November 13, at 6:30 p.m. If you have ever wanted to know how photographers get those interesting close up photos, you will want to attend the November 13 meeting of the SCC Photo Club at 6:30 p.m. in the Caper Room. Close-up photography, called “macro photography,” can be done with any type of camera. Even many cell phones have this capability. You can take photos of flowers, bugs, food, animals ... just about anything can be a subject of a macro shot. At the November meeting, Bob Salyers will show us how to compose a shot, how to set up for the best light and how to increase or decrease the depth of field. He will also show us some amazing photos that he has taken. Mr. Salyers is a professional photographer who specializes i n n at u r e p h o t o g r ap hy. Hi s work has been displayed in the Sarasota/Bradenton area and he offers photographic workshops on a variety of topics. His work can be seen on his website: www. bobsalyersphotography.com. Community members and guests are welcome to attend. The meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. in the Caper Room with a tutorial. After a short business meeting at 7 p.m., the program will begin. Club meetings are open to all in the area. For more information on the club and its activities, please see our website at www.photoclubscc.com or visit the learning lab at 960D Cherry Hills Drive. Dues for the 2012-13 year remain at $20 per person or $30 per household couple and provide access to club activities, competitions and classes as well as the photo lab with computers, scanners and large format printers. —Vicki Breaugh
Sun City Center German-American Club Upcoming Events
• Dinner Dance on December 13 at 5:45 p.m. at Community Hall on S. Pebble Beach. This year’s party is open to members, family and friends. With a buffet menu catered by Fun with Food, the dinner will include prime rib with creamy horseradish sauce, salmon en croute with wild mushroom filling wrapped in phyllo dough, mashed potatoes, mixed salad, fresh vegetables, bread and Boursin and Espresso chocolate souffle with raspberry and Anglaise sauces. Dance music will follow dinner to the trio called The Europa Band. This talented group is well-known in the Orlando area and often plays at Epcot in Disney World. Tickets for this evening are $25 for members and $29 for non-members and will be available in November from Mike Albanese at 1808 Granville Lane, SCC, FL 33573. • Annual Holiday Concert on December 15 The club’s annual Holiday Concert presented by The German American Club Singers together with the South Shore Concert Band will be presented Saturday, December 15, also in Community Hall on South Pebble Beach. This popular combined program of choral and band music will begin at 3 p.m., and tickets (cost $7) will be available from all performing members as well as on weekday mornings in the Atrium Kiosk starting December 3. —Judy Quitsch
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November 2012
The Computer Club COMPUTER CLUB EDUCATION Virus Removal Workshop Monday, Nov. 19, 9 a.m. - noon Tuition $10 payable upon registration
Using a Digital Camera with your Computer Workshop Monday, Nov. 12, 9 a.m. - noon Tuition $10 payable upon registration Introduction to Computers A four-session course Thursdays - Nov. 8, 15, 29, Dec. 6 10 a.m. - noon Tuition $20 payable upon registration Register in the Computer Club Classroom - Monday through Saturday, 12:30 – 5 p.m. Classes and Workshops are held in the Atrium Computer Lab ALL SUN CITY CENTER AND KINGS POINT RESIDENTS ARE INVITED TO ENROLL
“ALL ABOUT TABLETS” At the Wednesday, November 7, meeting of the Computer Club, Phil Sorentino will discuss the latest models of Tablets, and what they can and cannot do. If you are considering one, this is a “must attend” meeting. This meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Florida Room. All Sun City Center and Kings Point residents are invited to attend. For membership and meeting information, contact Bob Wehrle at 633-4516.
“Love On A Bench” Set for Rollins Theater
SCANDINAVIAN CLUB NOVEMBER MEETING
A tuneful, bitter-sweet story of young love and old traditions opened October 25 at Sun City Center’s Rollins Theater. Written and directed by Lew Resseguie, the Performing Arts Company musical offers Broadway show tunes and Top 40 Hits to tell how the beliefs of two sets of parents are challenged by their sweetheart children for whom the past matters little against their dreams of a future together. $10 tickets are on sale at the Sun City Center Atrium Kiosk, Mon. thru Fri. 9 a.m. to noon, and by phone: 6420606. Remaining performances are Nov. 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 9, at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 10 at 4 p.m. Featured in the cast are Chuck Collett, Peter Farina, Shauntelle Holbrook, Ellen Kleinschmidt, Michael Pe aco ck and Ei le en Valentino. The producer is Barbara Brtva.
At its November 14 meeting, the Scandinavian Club of Sun City Center will show a movie about Finland’s heroic struggle in the Winter War of 1939/40. The meeting will start at 2:30 p.m. in the Sandpiper Room in the Atrium on North Pebble Beach Boulevard. Refreshments will be served and there will be a small charge. If you are interested in a membership and your heritage trails back to any one of the five Nordic countries, please contact us on scandiscc@gmail.com or call Fritz Brinck at 813-260-3422. Information about the club is provided on our website at sites.google.com/site/ scandiscc.
International Forum
Hearing Loss Association
The International Forum will host the first program of 2012-2013 year in the Florida Room in the Atrium on Friday, November 9, at 9:30 a.m. and is open to all residents and friends of Sun City Center and Kings Point. Dr. Scott Ickes of the University of South Florida will be the featured speaker and will focus on the “Emergence of Brazil from Dictatorship to the Present.” Forum members Sandy Miller and Mary Prouty will also briefly share some of their recent experiences visiting five different parts of Brazil over a three-week period with the Sarasota chapter of the International Friendship Force. —Pat Diehl
At 9:30 a.m. on Wed., Nov. 7, the Hearing Loss Association of Sun City Center (HLA-SCC) will meet at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb Blvd. W. Briar Reppenhagen-Hull, Au.D, will share New Research on Relationship Between Hearing Loss and Dementia/ Alzheimer’s. Dr. Reppenhagen-Hull practices at The Hearing Care Center in Sun Point Shopping Center, Ruskin. CART provided by Tess Crowder, Communication Access, Inc. & meeting room is equipped with induction loop. Coffee and donuts at 9:15 a.m. Contact Richard Herring at rhmann@tampabay. rr.com or Barbara Riley at 634-1706. —Shirley Nauman
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15 Ask Pete your questions about
Metaphysical Society November Schedule
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Time: Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. (unless otherwise stated below.) Place: Heritage Room unless otherwise specified below, Sun City Center. Going east on Sun City Center Blvd (Rt. 674), turn left onto North Pebble Beach Blvd, then right onto North Course Lane to the rear of the Atrium Bldg. The Heritage Room has an outside entrance. For information, call Ed Leary 813-383-7594. November 7 – Meet in the Sandpiper Room Topic: Open Meeting Speaker: You. Everyone will have the opportunity to share their personal experiences, book reports, spiritual insights, an interesting article, newsletter or e-mail. Open Meetings are always very exciting, so socialize! Get to know your metaphysical neighbors then, come to lunch with the group. November 14 – Topic: Reach Your Highest Potential in Life Speaker: Jeremy McDonald has assisted many people to reach their highest potential in life. As an expert facilitator, Jeremy uses his intuitive abilities to connect with his students and audiences, to allow him to make the greatest impact. He has dedicated himself to helping others achieve
their own personal enlightenment and guide them in through their own personal ascension process. Jeremy is an ordained reverend, Reiki Master, EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) practitioner, Theta Healing practitioner and Life Coach who has been giving spiritual guidance to his clients for the past eight years. He has been asked and served as a keynote speaker at professional conferences, spiritual retreats and expos. Jeremy uses his abilities to connect himself to a higher source and allow himself to grow and manifest through the Universal Life force that we are all are apart of. Jeremy will talk about his new book Peace Be Still. November 21 – Topic: The Secret of Nikola Tesla (Video)
for the biggest breakthroughs in electricity of the 20th century. I’m talking about Nikola Tesla - the man who discovered Alternating Current and revolutionized modern physics. Few people know it, but Nikola Tesla had a very big dream. He wanted to bring free electricity into every single home. And for a moment ... he succeeded. November 28 – Topic: Good Medicine Speaker : Dr. Carol Roberts, founder of the Brandon Wellness Works, who helps physical bodies heal themselves, will speak on her book “Good Medicine: A Return to Common Sense” and about her new practice, “Holistic House Calls.”
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Sun City Center MINI BUS We travel to many different places. Some of our trips are: 11/1 11/3 11/5 11/5 11/7 11/10 11/11 11/12 11/14 11/24
Music of the Homeland (Season tix holders only) Celtic Thunder “Voyage” in Clearwater Yacht Starship Cruise Sarasota Chalk Festival National Symphony Orchestra of Cuba in St. Pete American Victory Cruise “Pump Boys and Dinettes” “Forever Florida” Eco Safari Hard Rock Casino Parish Railroad and dinner
If you have any questions, call the office at 634-2685 or come in to visit at the South Campus office in Community Hall Monday and Friday from 10 a.m. – noon and Wednesday from 1 - 3 p.m. or you can even send us an email from our new website. The website is very user friendly. Go to www.sccminibus.org; just click on trip schedule and browse all the trips.
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November 2012
Macintosh User Group to Meet November 27 The SCC Macintosh User Group will hold its November meeting on Tu e s d a y, November 27, i n t he C ap e r
Room. As usual they will be hosting a Q&A session starting at 3 p.m. followed by the main program at 4 p.m. The main program will be a two-part session. Part 1 will be a presentation on some of the main features of Apple’s image processing & archiving applications with emphasis on what can be accomplished using these amazing applications. We know that the Holiday Season brings with it a plethora of digital camera images as a result of travel and holiday activities. See how iPhoto and/or Aperture can enhance and assist your travel portfolio experience. Apple’s image processing & archiving applications can do lots more than simply store your collection of travel images.
See what Faces, Places, Events, Photo Stream, Projects, Folders, Albums and Sharing can do to enhance your before and after travel experiences. We think you will take away a greater appreciation for the many image manipulation and management capabilities available utilizing theses products. Part 2 will be highlighting Apple’s new products in terms of the latest developments in the world of “Apple.” New iPads, new iPhones, new iOS 6, and more and probably several pending announcements will be out by then for the Holiday Season and available to discuss. We think we have a great program of wide interest to our membership and should prove very informative. Mark November 27 on your calendar and attend the meeting. All area residents interested in learning more about the Macintosh and Apple products are invited to attend. Any questions can be directed to Dunham Swift at 633-7262 or by email at dswift1@mac.com. —Dunham Swift
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For more information, please call 941.745.7572.
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PAINTING CANVAS FLOOR CLOTHS
An old-fashioned Pot Luck Supper will be held in the Florida Room on Monday, November 19, at 5 p.m. BYOB. This party will kick-off the IRISH CONNECTION social activities for this year. Please call Sally Heffernan 633-2094 or Phyllis Colleran 634-3308 to select one of the following to bring: a casserole, salad, or dessert to serve 8 to 10 people. Also remember serving utensils, your place setting and whatever beverage glasses you will need. There will be a $1 charge at the door. Coffee and tea will be provided. We look forward to welcoming back all our snowbird friends! —Phyllis Colleran
Daylight Savings Ends at 2 a.m. on Sunday, November 4. Set your clocks back one hour. Check the battery in your Smoke Detector.
Joan Shalleck can teach you how to create a delightful, and useful work of art by painting a 2’ x 3’ pre-primed piece of canvas with colorful motifs of your own design. You can use rubber stamps, stencils, or dream up a completely original, 2-dimensional design. Painted with bright acrylics and coated five times with clear acrylic, your unique ‘rug’ will last for years. Joan’s ‘rug’ course will consist of two morning classes: Thursday, November 8 and Friday, November 9, 9:30 a.m. til noon. The fee for the two mornings will be $40, plus the cost of the pre-primed canvas and the rubber mesh backing. Students will paint their canvases on the first day, leave their canvases in the Art Room overnight, then return the next day for final coating and finishing. Those interested in the class can use the sign-up sheet in the Art Room, and membership in the Art Club is required for class attendance. Take advantage of this opportunity to add a one-of-a kind conversation piece to your home or as a special gift to someone. —Ed Laudano
See Spot.
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Lions Club Offering Claxton Fruit Cakes
For those of you who have been asking, and for those of you who have never purchased a delicious Claxton Fruit Cake, the Sun City Center Lions Claxton Fruit Cakes arrived in Sun City Center on Monday, October 22. This is about a week earlier than usual ... we ran out very quickly last year. The cost this year is $4.50 each for a one pound cake. In the past, the fruit cakes were available at the Community Church Craft Fair, but the Sun City Center Lions will not be in attendance this year. Therefore, you may call any Sun City Center Lions Club member, or pick them up at one of many businesses throughout Sun City Center. If you can’t get out to pick up your fruit cakes, a dedicated Lion will be more than happy to deliver the fruit cakes to your door. For more information, please contact Terry and Ellen McGovern at 633-4202, Gloria and Gene Deiss at 634-1978, or Rich Cohen at 5975368. The Sun City Center Lions Club meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at the Sandpiper Grill, 1702 South Pebble Beach Boulevard, Sun City, except for December. Lunch is at 11 a.m.; meeting begins promptly at noon. For more information, call the McGoverns at 633-4202.
See Spot Change.
Neuropathy Resource Group Time Change
The monthly Neuropathy Resource Group sponsored by the Men’s Club of SCC meets monthly on the second Thursday of each month in the Caper Room on the North campus. However, the time will be changed for this month only to 10:30 a.m. on November 8. From then on all meetings, headed by Laura Garcia, OTR/L Rehabilitation Director, Gentiva(r) Health Ser vices of Riverview will be held at 1 p.m. All residents suffering from peripheral neuropathy are encouraged to attend. The topics are very current. Participants attending the October meeting found out a lot about the physical therapy treatments available from the Outside Occupational Rehabilitation Training Director of SCC Sun Towers. These services, with a doctor’s prescription, are covered substantially by Medicare. Many of the machines, apparatuses and techniques were discussed with questions and answers from about 30 people attending. Any questions about the meeting can be directed to Ron Pelton, vice president, District Operations, SCC Men’s Club, 813633-0190 or ronpelton@tampabay. rr.com. —Ron Pelton
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Club Happenings 5 Stained Glass Club Holiday Walk Raffle
The SCC Stained Glass Club is pleased to announce that in celebration of the Holiday Walk, a stained glass panel of exotic birds and foliage will be raffled off on December 1. The panel may be seen at the Stained Glass Club Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to noon. Tickets can be purchased for $1 each or 6 for $5. The winner need not be present at the drawing which will occur at noon. —Susan Stanis
The News of Sun City Center
November 2012
US Attorney Robert E. O’Neill Addresses SCC Men’s Club
Chris Girard, current SCC community resource deputy HSCO; Captain Steve Launikitis, Division IV HCSO; Don Murphy, VP Programs SCC Men’s Club; Robert E. Oneill, US Attorney, Middle District of Florida; Carl McGary, president - SCC Men’s Club; Ronald Hartley, commander, Division IV HCSO; David Martinez, new SCC community resource deputy HSCO; William Daniels, Office of the US Attorney. The US Attorney of the Middle District of Florida was the guest speaker for the Men’s Club meeting in September. He explained his role and that of his department. It was a very timely visit as the US Attorney was lead story on the front page of the Tampa newspapers. They maintain a strong relationship to law enforcement in our area and local members of the Hillsborough County Sheriff ’s Office. It was a perfect time to introduce the newest deputy for SCC. —Don Murphy
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Sandhill Cranes fly over the Celery Fields Welcome back to the Sun City Center Audubon Club for the 2012-2013 season. We have a wonderful program of meetings and field trips planned. The Audubon Club meets in the Florida Room on the first Saturday of each month, November through April. Delicious refreshments are always served at 9:30 a.m., and the meeting begins at 10 a.m. A member of the Sarasota Audubon Club will visit our club on November 3 and tell us about The Celery Fields, a 300+ acre site where 216 species of birds have been recorded so far. You will have an opportunity to see them on a field trip on November 15. Wintertime is prime viewing to see Marsh and Sedge Wrens, Black-necked Stilts, King Rail, and many other interesting birds. In December, a wildlife rehabilitator and educator will bring live birds and discuss Florida birds of prey. You will enjoy his program and will not want to miss it. Please put the first Saturday of the month on your calendar and we look forward to seeing you. —Lynn Knapp
Bob Spitzner and John Foster The Duplicate Bridge Club of Sun City Center had its Annual Fall Picnic on Saturday October 6, 2012 in The Florida Room of the Atrium Building on the north campus. Approximately 65 people joined in the festivities. —Evelyn Evans
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Marcie Hansen will be teaching a pastel class each Friday morning in the Art Room from 9:30 a.m. to noon, starting on November 2. A pastel artist with a background in both fine and decorative arts, and a B.S. degree from Russell College, Marcie has experienced the satisfaction of teaching special needs children in Albany, New York. Having taken art classes since childhood and graduate art classes at the College of Saint Rose, her works have won awards in central New York and are part of public and private collections in the Capital District area. Marcie enjoys working in pastels and looks forward to sharing her enthusiasm with her students. Those interested in taking Marcie’s classes can use the sign-up sheet in the Art Room. The fee for each session is $10 and membership in the Art Club is required for attendance. —Ed Laudano
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Internationally Acclaimed Artist to Speak At GFWC SCC Woman’s Club in November
GFWC SCC Woman’s Club will host one of America’s most prized living artists, P. Buckley Moss, at the November 15 Luncheon Meeting. Her art, which emphasizes family v a l u e s , i s s h ow n in more than 200 galleries worldwide. Pat is a person with a learning disability who has achieved Pat Moss great success and who has devoted much of her career to supporting charities which support children with learning disabilities. Anyone who is interested in art and/ or teaching academically challenged children is welcome to attend. You do not have to be a member; however, advance reservations are required. Pat Moss is dyslexic. As a child, one of her teachers determined that this little girl who was “not proficient in anything” was a gifted artist. As a result, her mother enrolled her in a school that nourished her artistic abilities. After graduating from high school, she received a scholarship to New York’s Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art. She won her first one-person museum exhibition in 1967. It was a sellout. Her unique style and the warmth generated by her subject matter quickly won her wide spread recognition. Like many people with learning challenges, Pat is highly perceptive and sensitive, with an uncanny ability to communicate through her art. In 1989, the P. Buckley Moss Museum opened in Waynesboro, VA. The museum attracts approximately 45,000 visitors a year. As visitors rediscover the traditional meanings of art, the Pat Moss story is told and illustrated over and over in the Museum’s main gallery.
Bridge Club Has Three New Life Masters The Sun City Center Bridge Club is proud to announce three new Life Masters. Kathy Grant, Delores Joyce and Walter Joyce received their rewards at the Jacksonville, Florida Regional Tournament in August of 2012.
Having achieved success, Pat devotes much of her time to helping others. The P. Buckley Moss Foundation for Children’s Education is devoted to promoting the use of art in the classroom, especially as a means of teaching children with learning differences. Donations of her art have raised over four million dollars for worthy charities. Pat says, “As a dyslexic, my art is paradoxically both my refuge and my means of communication. Very early in life, when I failed at everything else in school, my art became my solace. What talent I lacked academically was more than made up through my art; whereas some people succeed in spite of a disability. I believe I thrive because of mine. Now, with recognition and success, I reach out in my charitable endeavors to help others through my art, especially those with learning differences.” The luncheon, Thursday, Nov. 15, will be a traditional Thanksgiving meal with all the trimmings for $14. Reservations are required and the deadline is Nov. 9. If you would like to attend, please contact Connie Williams, 633-6395 or email sccconnie@yahoo.com. —Roselyn Cruthis
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Rose Stack Featured Photographer at the Sun City Center Chamber of Commerce
Rose Stack is the Sun City Center Photo Club’s featured photographer now through November 15. Her photos will be on display at the SCC Chamber of Commerce at 1651 Sun City Center Plaza. Rose’s exhibit is entitled Rose’s Flower Garden. Rose has been a member of the SCC Photo Club for several years and has served as the Education Chair for the last four years. She has won many awards locally and state-wide for her photos. While she is a versatile photographer, doing landscapes, travel scenery, portraits and creative photography, her love of flowers can be seen in this exhibit. For more information on the SCC Photo Club and its activities, please see our website at www.photoclubscc.com or visit the photo learning lab at 960D Cherry Hills Drive. —Vicki Breaugh
AAUW Florida State President Visits SCC/Southshore Branch
Artists making gifts for the luncheon. Shown standing, Marsha Lucidi. Sitting l-r, Barbara Wurth and Bev Majewski.
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Come enjoy authentic homemade tea sandwiches, mince pies, sausage rolls, trifle, Christmas cake, tea and eggnog. Also bring your hearty voices to sing popular Christmas carols. All residents of Sun City Center, Kings Point and Freedom Plaza are invited to join the British Connection at its annual Traditional British Christmas Tea to be served at the Lawn Bowling Club, Eberhardt Room on Wednesday, November 28, from 2 – 4 p.m. Cost: Members - $15. RSVP before November 23. Guests: $20 (not accompanied by a member). RSVP after November 24. Due to limited seating, payment must be received prior to the event. Contact: Katherine Howell – Tel: 567-3658. Checks payable to: British Connection, 316 Green Manor Drive. SCC.
On October 13, the state president of the American Association of University Women attended the meeting of the local branch. Eileen Recchia spoke to our members about the vision and goals for Florida AAUW. She also spoke about what we can do to increase membership and get out the word about our club. She is very enthusiastic and encouraged all of the members in attendance. Our next meeting will be Saturday, November 10, in the Florida Room at 10:30 a.m. in Sun City Center. The speaker this month will be Don Clark, who has been exploring the Tampa Bay area since 1969. He is very familiar with all area events. Attendees will anticipate receiving information about happenings and interesting sites to explore. Currently, he is leading day trips for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute-USF to such places as Channel 13, Crime Lab at Florida Department of Law Enforcement,Tampa and Tampa International Airport. If you would like to attend, call Margie at (813) 633-8253.
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Sun City Center Community Association
Director Candidates for Three-Year Terms
How long have you been a resident of SCC and why did you select SCC as your place of residence? Part time since 2006. Full time since 2008. My wife, Kris, had a home here since 2003 and her Dad, Bob Wicklund, has lived here since 1987. From where did you move? Easton, Maryland What was your profession prior to retirement? Attorney and developer. What clubs/associations do you belong to? Men’s Club, Performing Arts Club (PAC), Renaissance Golf Club Do you participate in any community service/volunteer organizations? If so, please list. I have been a member of the CA Board of Directors for three years. Prior to that I was Chairman of a Golf Course Task force appointed by President Barnes. Why do you want to serve on the Board? I want to continue working on the effort to modernize and refresh the facilities run by the CA. What do you feel you can contribute to the Board? I bring my three years of Board experience and my legal and business background, all of which allows me to understand the issues and to offer suggestions about moving the community forward; especially the issues we will face as we implement a building and modernization plan if approved by our membership. What would you like to accomplish as a Board member? I want to complete the task of facilities modernization and expansion. The member survey has given us valuable information and I look forward to implementing the recommendations we will be receiving from the blue ribbon commission appointed by President Barnes to give us a master plan.
Vote by mail, submit your ballot(s) to the CA Office drop box or vote in person on December 4 and 5.
How long have you been a resident of SCC and why did you select SCC as your place of residence? My wife and I moved to SCC in 2006. I selected SCC in 1985 when I visited the area on business with TECO. I met a lady who told me that she loved living here. She was apparently very active in the community. I went on a scouting mission and saw people doing many things and, “the big one:” driving golf carts for transportation! I decided that day I would move to SCC when I reached 55. From where did you move? North Tampa. I have lived in Tampa since 1964. What was your profession prior to retirement? I was Senior Product Support Representative for Landis+Gyr Inc. of Lafayette, IN. I acted as an application engineer for power plant and transmission line tie point metering for electric utilities worldwide. It was imperative that there were no mistakes or problems made with this class of meter since millions of dollars of electricity are measured daily. I worked with utility engineers and supervisors to develop meter programs and schemes based on customer needs. I also worked with utility personnel troubleshooting metering issues, taught classes in metering and meter software/ hardware at various customer locations and meters schools throughout the US and other countries. What clubs/associations do you belong to? Pottery, Art and soon Sawdust Engineers Do you participate in any community service/volunteer organizations? If so, please list.I retired August 31, 2012, and now have the time available to volunteer. I will volunteer as an SCCCA board member when elected. Why do you want to serve on the Board? I believe I will bring a different perspective to the Board. What do you feel you can contribute to the Board? I will bring ideas based on community input and be open minded to other people’s opinions. I will work diligently as a team player to put in place all possible plans and improvements. What would you like to accomplish as a Board member? 1. Help develop a comprehensive community master plan for future improvements 2. Establish biking/walking/jogging trails 3. Acquire access to or purchase the North Lakes Golf Course 4. Upgrade CA properties to be as energy efficient as possible
How long have you been a resident of SCC and why did you select SCC as your place of residence? My wife and I have lived in SCC for 3 ½ years on the “North Course”. My mother lived here for about 40 years. After numerous visits over the years and an appreciation for all the amenities here and an attachment to many of the residents my wife Cathy and I decided to make SCC our home. From where did you move? My wife Cathy and I moved to Sun City Center from Michigan. What was your profession prior to retirement? I worked for Detroit Diesel Corporation for over 35 years as a Manufacturing Engineer. More than anything else I would say I specialized in space utilization. What clubs/associations do you belong to? I belong to the Stained Glass Club and I am currently running for position of Internal Vice President. Do you participate in any community service/volunteer organizations? If so, please list. I serve on the SCC Security Patrol. Why do you want to serve on the Board? I want to serve on the Board so that I may have an opportunity to help maintain the very high level of satisfaction of the people who live here in Sun City Center. What do you feel you can contribute to the Board? I know that with my project management experience, space utilization skills and my attention to details I will be a valuable asset to the Board in coming up with a viable Long Range Plan. What would you like to accomplish as a Board member? I would like to help SCC step into the future as “the community everybody wishes they lived in.”
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Chuck Collett
How long have you been a resident of SCC and why did you select SCC as your place of residence? I have lived here for 10 years and I selected SCC because when I visited it seemed like a nice town with friendly people. I also chose it because there is a more relaxed way of life here than on the east coast of Florida. From where did you move? Bellmore, NY What was your profession prior to retirement? I am a CPA licensed in New York State. I was a Chief Financial Officer for over 25 years. What clubs/associations do you belong to? I am currently the Treasurer of the CA and have been for the past six years. Prior to that I was on the board of the Gadabouts, The Big Band Club, The Fitness Center Cub and The Performing Arts Club. I was also the President and Treasurer of my HOA. Do you participate in any community service/volunteer organizations? If so, please list. I serve as Treasurer of the CA which takes up a substantial amount of my time. Why do you want to serve on the Board? I believe that the future of SCC is a very important issue and I want a vote on that issue. Since I was appointed by the board to the position of Treasurer I don’t presently have a vote. What do you feel you can contribute to the Board? I am familiar with the issues that have faced the CA and I wouldn’t have a learning curve. I have worked with the various boards over six years and I know what is needed to get the job done. What would you like to accomplish as a Board member? I want to make sure that the CA continues to confirm to the guidelines for being a 501 (C) (3) corporation . I also want to see the long range plan implemented by next year.
Hear each of these candidates in person at Candidates Night on November 14, 7 p.m. at Community Hall. Submit your own questions for possible selection by the moderator to be asked of one or more of the candidates.
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PHOTOS BY MARLENE GREENBERG
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Military Affairs Sun City Center Veterans Day Ceremony
On Saturday, November 10, Sun City Center will observe Veterans Day at the Community Association’s Community Hall located at 1910 South Pebble Beach Boulevard. The ceremony is sponsored by the Sun City Center combined military veterans organizations in recognition of From left: Lew Resseguie; Paul Wheat, LTC, USA our many community veterans. The program will (Ret), President of MOAA; Barbara Van Eycken; start at 10 a.m.; however, it is suggested that all and Walt Cawein. guests be seated by 9:45 a.m. Doors will be opened at 9 a.m. Coffee and cookies will be provided. The Local entertainers Lew Resseguie and public is invited. Barbara Van Eycken presented information The guest speaker will be Dr. Nicholas J. regarding the Community Foundation of Greater Steneck, assistant professor of History and chair Sun City Center at the MOAA meeting/luncheon of the Department of History and Political Science on Wednesday, October 3, at the Sun City Center at Florida Southern College, Lakeland, Florida. Atrium. Dr. Steneck received his Ph.D. and M.A. degrees Lew and Barbara sit on the Community in history from The Ohio State University, where Foundation Council and explained the basics he specialized in modern European and military about the donor process and the grant process. history. While at Ohio State, Dr. Steneck held a The Foundation has approved grants for numerous joint appointment as a “Senior Lecturer” in the clubs and organizations in South County and university’s undergraduate International Studies many of our SCC clubs have been the recipients Program where he taught courses on intelligence of these grants. policy, terror and terrorism in the modern world, They had some amazing statistics to share and civil-military relations. He also holds an and expressed their gratitude for the opportunity M.A. in Security Policy Studies from George to spread the word to those WHO CAN HELP Washington University and a B.A. from the and those WHO NEED HELP. University of Michigan. —B. Frank Kepley, CAPT, USN, (Ret) A musical prelude will be presented by Fletcher Organ Studios. The program includes a musical interlude presented by the Trinity Vern Elarth, CAPT, USAF Singers directed by Rev. James Feist. Mrs. Jo (Former), Receives National Anne Podgurski will present a musical tribute to all attending veterans. The Color Guard will be MOWW Award composed of JROTC Cadets from East Bay High School. This ceremony is complemented by the efforts of the Sun City Center Patriots Club which has, through its fundraising efforts, ensured that the flags will continue to fly along SR 674 during this special period of recognition to our veterans and active military forces. For additional information call 634-7777. —Paul Wheat
Front Row Seated (L to R): Nancy Windsor, chaplain; Mary McIntyre, regent; Mary Culliton, vice regent. Back row (L to R): Ellen Cyr, treasurer; Beth Clarke, librarian; Fran Eilert, corresponding secretary; Carol Acosta, historian; Jan Bassett, recording secretary; Bunny Blackstone, registrar. Col. George Mercer Brooke Chapter DAR, Sun City Center, opened its 2012-2013 season on September 19. An excellent Power Point program entitled “The Consitution - Blueprint for a Nation” was presented by Jan Bassett. The new Officers presided. —Jo Prater
High Tea Fundraiser
Chapter members are shown at a planning meeting. (L to R): Jody Masterson, Mary McIntyre, Fran Eilert, Wilma Elmer, Sondra Harnishfeger, Bunny Blackstone, Jan Bassett. Get your fancy dress ready, find a hat, and reserve Wednesday, March 20, 2013, for a “High Tea.” This year’s Colonel George Mercer Brooke DAR Chapter’s fund raiser promises to be elegant and delicious. The Program “Portrait of a Bride, the Revolving Silhouette” will be presented by Leigh Anne Brown. In early 2013 tickets will be sold for tables of eight.
American Legion Post #246 Officer Installation Ceremony
Association of Naval Aviation Holds Change of Command Ceremony
CAPT. Vern Elarth, USAF (Former), left, accepts award from Sheila Greason, Commander, SCC Chapter, MOWW.
RADM Larry Chambers, Admiral Mark Fitzgerald, CDR Bo Heininger Newly-elected officers of American Legion Post # 246, Sun City Center were recently sworn in by 15th District Commander, Eunice Butts. (L to R): Paul Wheat, historian; Ken Browning, acting sergeantat-arms, taking the oath for sgt.-at-arms Marshal Tharp; Janet Taylor, adjutant; Blaine Brown 1st VC; Thomas Culliton, finance officer; James Clor, 2nd VC; Willard Baker, chaplain; and Ronald Engles, post commander.
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“COMMUNITY FOUNDATION 101” Presented at MOAA Meeting
Commander Howard “Bo” Heininger, USN Ret., founded the Silver Osprey Squadron in 2009 and has been the Commanding Officer until now. He was succeeded by RADM Larry Chambers, USN Ret., who was chosen along with the other officers by a recent member election. RADM Chambers will serve a one year term.
The Sun City Center Chapter of the Military Order of the World Wars (MOWW) presented Companion Vernon A. Elarth with a National Citation for Exceptional Service at the September 9 MOWW luncheon at the Sun City Center Plaza Club. The citation was originally awarded at the MOWW National Convention in San Diego, California, in July 2012. The award describes CAPT Elarth’s numerous years of dedicated, selfless and patriotic support to the many activities that provide support to the military, their families and community. —B. Frank Kepley, CAPT, USN, (Ret)
Military Affairs WORLD WAR II HONOR FLIGHTS
World War II veterans are being recognized by the “National Honor Flight Network.” US Marine Corps, MSgt (E8), Ret, Wayne Flietner of Sun City Center, pictured above and at the Marine Memorial (below), was one of the select few “old marines/soldiers/airmen/service women” flown to Washington for a day of visitation to their service monuments and other memorable sites recognizing our veterans. “Gunny Wayne” devoted 26 years to our country beginning in 1942 with two years island-hopping across the South Pacific from New Caledonia to Guadalcanal and through the Marshall Islands. His following career found him in numerous Marine bases throughout the world and ending a glorious and successful career with retirement at Paris Island, SC. Here, in 1968, he retired to Flipp Island, SC., where he and his wife, Jennie of 58 years, resided until their move to SCC in 2005. He is a proud member of the Tillers and Toilers gardening club and an active member of the SCC Leathernecks. With Honor Flights, each veteran enjoys an all expense paid trip with assigned “Guardian Angels” to aid them throughout the trip. Many were in wheelchairs. Wayne said they were treated as heroes which hadn’t happened during the 1940s. A tear was not uncommon among these old veterans. The receptions in St Petersburg and Washington attended by many senior officers, political personages, friends and grateful citizens wishing to thank these men for their service to the country will be forever memorable. Flight landings were recognized by all manner of vehicles with lights blazing, and horns blowing while lining each side of the runways. For more information on the National Honor Flight Network, go to your computer and type in the name. You may also experience a few tears.
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MOWW Sponsors YLC Awards Ceremony
Youth Leadership Conference (YLC) students from six local area high schools, Durant, Lennard, Riverview, Bloomingdale, Newsome and East Bay gathered at the Sun City Center Club Renaissance on Thursday, March 18, for lunch and participation in the Military Order of the World Wars (MOWW) recognition and special awards program. COL. Roy Conklin, USA (Ret), photo left, and Lt. Col. James Warchol, USAF (Ret), second from left, both MOWW companions, coordinated the affair along with Nancy Alguire, far right, who represented the Military Family Support Trust, also participating in the ceremony. —B. Frank Kepley
ATTENTION: CIA RETIREES
The Association of Naval Aviation meeting on Friday, November 9, is about a famous CIA airplane, the A-12 Blackbird (predecessor of the SR-71). It was flown by CIA pilots who received their training from either the US Navy or US Air Force.
Lt. Col. James R. Warchol, USAF (Ret) Addresses MOWW
Lt. Col. James R. Warchol, USAF Retired, was the featured speaker at the Military Order of the World Wars (MOWW) m o n t h l y luncheon on T hu r s d ay, Sept. 20, at the Freedom Plaza Club in Sun City Center.
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Lt. C ol. Lt. Col. James Warchol We are fortunate to have two speakers on this W a r c h o l USAF, (Ret) program. The main speaker is William J. Fox, an started his Air aeronautical engineer retired from Lockheed, who Force career as an enlisted crytptologic linguist was heavily involved with the A-12. (Polish and Russian). After two tours in Berlin, Bill’s talk can be described as “An inside he was assigned to the National Security Agency. story on the high speed, high altitude spy plane Discharged from the Air Force, he was employed successor to the U-2 and its covert flights over North Vietnam and North Korea in the late 1960’s. by NSA as a Special Research Analyst. Completing his degree work at the University of Maryland, Bill will be introduced he received his graduate degree from Central by Don Vining, MD, Flight Surgeon and Captain, USAF, Michigan University. who became acquainted While assigned to the NSA office in Hawaii, with him while they were he was recruited and commissioned in the both on assignment at Groom Lake, Nevada (also reserves. As a Cryptologic Intelligence Manager, known as the top secret Area he spent numerous tours in Vietnam, South Korea 51). At the time, in 1965and several tours in Germany. 1967, Dr. Vining was an Air Force flight surgeon with After retiring from NSA, Jim spent the next responsibility for making six years assigned as an Individual Mobilization sure the CIA pilots were healthy enough to fly. For Augmenter supporting the counter narcotics part of his training, he had to go through the same 90,000-foot pressure chamber testing, and several efforts of various law enforcement organizations. flights in a two-seat Blackbird. They have kept in He retired from the USAFR in April 2000, touch over the years through various Blackbird and he and his wife Margie moved to Sun City reunions and look forward to working together Center in Feb. 2005. at this presentation. —B. Frank Kepley, CAPT, USN, (Ret) The luncheon meeting will be held at The Plaza Club, Freedom Plaza, 3932 Upper Creek Drive, at 11:30 a.m. Friday, November 9. For information and reservations, please contact Tom Harding, treasurer, by phone (813-634-1236) or email (tharcons@aol.com)
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HOW TO BE PREPARED FOR THE UNEXPECTED If you can envision being thrust into the role of critical decision maker about health or financial affairs—either for yourself or others—this free, open-to-the-public symposium on November 13 is for you. The event is designed to help us prepare for a time in our lives, especially as seniors, to deal with the responsibility of making difficult decisions. It takes place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Sun City Center Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. A lineup of professionals will speak at specific times during the day. You can choose to attend all or only those of particular interest to you. Tuesday, November 13, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Registration begins 8:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m.: “Help I’m running out of health care money - two public benefits that can help you afford Care.” Amanda M. Wolf Board Certified Elder Law Attorney 10 a.m.: Trusts explained - Opening the “Black Box” Attorney Justin Klatsky
This CAREGIVERS SYMPOSIUM is sponsored by Sun City Center Chamber of Commerce, Sun Towers Retirement Community and The United Methodist Church of Sun City Center. A portion of the net proceeds will help support the Coalition for Mental Health and Aging. Expand your knowledge: Attend sessions relating to topics of interest. Visit displays of service providers and pick up literature relating to both speakers and vendors. You can reserve a vendor booth for $50 for the entire day by calling The Sun City Center Chamber of Commerce at 813-634-5111. No reservations are required to attend the speaking events; however, RSVP for a free luncheon by calling Sun City Center Chamber of Commerce 813-634-5111. The November 13 symposium is a “must attend” if you wish to expand your knowledge in order to be an informed decision maker for either yourself or another person. Whether being put in that position is expected or unexpected, decisions will be easier if you are armed with the information presented by the speakers and vendors at this event.
10:30 a.m.: The “No Will - Will” Attorney James Eggert 11 a.m.: “Annuities: Right or Wrong?” Gary W. Cotter, Certified Financial Planner 11:30 a.m.: Protecting a loved one’s Personal Property and Assets Dale Smrekar, ASEL, C.A.G.A. President Downsizing Advisory Service. Certified Personal Property Appraiser and Professional Estate Liquidator: Noon – 1 p.m. LUNCH PROVIDED 1 p.m.: Behavioral Symptoms of Dementia and End-of-Life Care Ladislav Volicer, MD, PhD School of Aging Studies University of South Florida 2 p.m.: Caregiving; Self Fulfillment or Self Destruction Edmond Dubreuil MSW, ACSW, RCSWI 2:30 p.m.: Developing a Caregiver Plan Genevieve Faulk, MSW, LCSW, CMC, C-ASWCM President & Lead Geriatric Care Manager at Aging Care Advocates, Inc. 3 p.m.: Biggest mistakes when hiring an in-home caregiver Gregg Mazza M.B.A., Certified Senior Advisor, PCMA Instructor- from Brightstar Lifecare 3:30 p.m.: Structuring & maintaining follow up to members when they can no longer physically attend. Doug Moore, United Methodist Church, Congregational Care Co-Coach.
Nell Taze, United Methodist Church of Sun City Center; Dana Ditmar, Sun City Center Chamber of Commerce; and Debbie Caneen, Sun Towers Retirement Community meeting to plan the upcoming Caregivers Symposium. —Nell Taze
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Funding Amenities. For funding or a weekly CA Board e-newsletter. special, one-time projects, most Other methods of potential future respondents thought that sponsors communication were less preferred. should be sought, followed by special fundraising efforts by CA members Policies. Respondents are in and help from clubs. To save on agreement that guests of members costs, respondents wanted motionshould be able to buy all-access sensitive lighting, solar options, passes, and that clubs should rotate and better temperature control. To their meeting times to better utilize fund continuous operations, top meeting room space. Respondents choices were for clubs to charge were split on policies dealing with additional dues to non-CA members, grandchildren. establishing an endowment fund Improvements. With regard to from estates/wills, issuing a fixedgeneral improvements, top-requested rate tax-free community bond, and items included a community master adding a nominal fee to facility plan, energy-efficient renovations, reservations. buildings suitable for hurricane In conclusion, the CA members shelters, and an environmentally in Sun City Center should be proud friendly campus. With regard to of their phenomenal response rates outdoor improvements, the most that yielded such high-quality results. popular request was a trail system The CA Board throughout has established t he campus a Blue Ribbon for w a l ke rs Task Force to and bikers dig deeper into (with golf-cart the community paths being a needs and popular writewants and work in), followed out a plan for by acquisition responding to o f f u r t h e r Many CA members were interested in their community hearing about the survey. land for members’ recreational requests. On purposes, and parking lot expansions. behalf of me and my research team, With regard to indoor improvements, we are proud to have supported top choices included a café for meals/ your community in pursuit of its snacks, Rollins Theater expansion, future strategies, and want to thank security cameras, new/expanded everyone for the warm and welcome library, and a coffee/internet café. reception you all provided.
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The SouthShore Regional Library Turns Six Years Old! November is the six-year anniversary of the opening of the SouthShore Regional Library. In celebration, the library is hosting these special programs for adults throughout the month. Enjoy an afternoon of traditional Irish and Scottish music on Tuesday, November 13, from 2-3 p.m. as Matthew Gurnsey performs Celtic Music. Through the marriage of wit and finesse, Gurnsey charms his audiences, sweeping them into tales of wayward voyages, unrequited love and the vibrantly colorful lives of the every-man beloved of many Irish tales. His unique talents with traditional Celtic instruments, such as the concertina, bodhran, bones and mandolin, add an air of authenticity to each piece and his stirringly rich bass voice provides the foundation for the hauntingly beautiful melodies. On Friday, November 16, from 4:30-5:30 p.m. meet a park Ranger from Lettuce Lake Park at the Florida Wild Life Series event. This month the topic will be venomous snakes of Florida. Learn what could be slithering around in your own backyard. This is a family friendly program the kids might enjoy too!
A s No v e m b e r i s Na t i v e American Heritage Month, Captain Rick Rhodes will be at the library Saturday, November 17, from 3-4 p.m. presenting his program, The Trail of Tears. Learn more about the Trail of Tears and the plight of Eastern Native Americans during the period 1800 to 1840 with special focus on the Cherokees. Enjoy an evening of astronomy and stargazing at the library’s Star Party on Tuesday, November 27, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Astronomy enthusiast Craig MacDougal, former planetarium director at MOSI, will lead a brief discussion on stars, planets, and moons. Immediately following will be an outside viewing of the night sky through telescopes. Kids of all ages will enjoy seeing these celestial wonders! All of these programs are funded by the Friends of the SouthShore Regional Library who will be hosting a Book Sale Saturday, November 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Explore this giant book sale and fill a bag with books for just $1. The SouthShore Regional Library is located at 15816 Beth Shields Way Ruskin, FL 33573. All programs are free to attend! For more information call 813-273-3652. —Allison Turrill
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Club Happenings 7 NEW SCC ART GALLERY EXHIBIT
A reception on Wednesday, November 7, will signal the opening of the latest exhibit at The Gallery In SCC. The new show is a onewoman show, featuring the works of Marsha Lucidi. Appreciating art as early as her time in high school, Marsha proceeded to study at Art Institute of Pittsburgh and go on to further study in and after college, then used her knowledge in various careers. With a developed love for the freedom and color aspect of the Impressionistic school, she attempts to show emotion, excitement and color in her land and seascapes. She has studied with Don Brandt, Barbara Bruer and at the Ringling School of Art and Design, and her works are part of private collections in various States. The reception will be held in the Art Room from 2 to 4 p.m. Admission is free and all are invited to attend. Come meet Marsha and enjoy the available refreshments. —Ed Laudano
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The Art Club In SCC is sponsoring a 7-day cruise, Februar y 10 through 17, 2013. The cruise will be on Holland A m e r i c a’s Ry n d am an d will leave from Tamp a , w it h planned stops at Key West, Honduras, Guatemala and Costa Maya. There will be art classes on board, two to four hours a day, including a watercolor workshop conducted by Diane Simon and a Mixed Media Transfer workshop with Marsha Lucidi. Cruise cost depends on cabin type and location, with a price range from $749 to $1549 per person. A deposit of $350 secures your cabin and final payment will be due November 20, 2012. Sue Diogostine at Sun City Travel is handling Cruise reservations and you may call her at 813-634-3318. Other questions? Call Marsha Lucidi at 813-938-5100. Participation in this event is not limited to Art Club members or SCC residents; all are welcome and invited to take part in this exiting social event. —Ed Laudano
Joanna Coke will conduct a two-day workshop in December. On Thursday, December 6, from 9:30 to 3:30. The morning session will center on how the student can create basic landscape/building drawings, using photos that Joanna will display. In the afternoon session, students will draw a simple l-pt drawing on their paper or canvas, then add value and color tp complete the painting. O n Fr i d ay, D e c e mb e r 7 , 9:30 to 3:30, the morning session will concentrate on creating 2-pt. perspective drawings of buildings/ landscapes in their sketch books for reference in working on a painting. In the afternoon session students will draw a simple 2-pt. image, then add value and color to complete their painting. The workshop will be held in the Art Room. Fee for the two-day workshop is $40 per day, payable in advance. Checks should be made out to “Art Club In SCC” and placed in the envelope attached to the workshop sign-up sheet in the Art Room. Membership in the Art Club is required for Workshop attendance. For additional information, contact Anne Walker at 634-9099. —Ed Laudano
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The New York Empire State Club will hold its next dinner dance on Wednesday, November 7, at 5 p.m. in the Kings Point Borini Room. The menu consists of salad, roast turkey, ham steak, stuffing, mashed potatoes, vegetable, cranberry sauce, dessert, soda and coffee. Music by Tony and Tricia. Price for members $12 and $15 for guests. Please contact Frank Gatto at 633-8942.
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Interfaith Council—Helping the Community By Phyllis Hodges Last month, we published an article about the SCC Community Foundation. It was the first in a series about area groups which help make our community a more caring place in which to live. This month we are spotlighting the Interfaith Social Action Council of Sun City Center, which is sponsored by nine area Houses of Worship. Its primary focus is on individual scholarships and donations to nonprofit organizations. Recipients are generally in the area of health, education and community welfare. The Council member roster consists of up to six representatives from each sponsoring organization: St. John The Divine Episcopal Church, Redeemer Lutheran Church, Prince of Peace Catholic Church, Trinity Baptist Church, United Methodist Church, St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, United Community Church, Beth Israel Congregation and Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. Representatives of the nine sponsors serve on the Board of Directors. Four elected officers, who are also Directors, serve one-year terms for a maximum three years. Current officers are Jay Sparkman, President;
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Pat Pelton, Vice President; and Dawn Hennen, Secretary. The Treasurer position is open. “O u r of f i c e rs , d i re c tors , committee memb ers, general members and volunteers at The Nearly New Shop are all ver y dedicated to the Council’s goals,” Sparkman said . Almost all of the Council’s funding for scholarships, grants and operations comes from the sale of donated items at Nearly New, the mini-department store behind the main stores of Sun City Center Plaza. Currently, over 50 graduates from East Bay High School (Apollo Beach) and Leonard High School (Ruskin) are attending college on $2,000/year scholarships. Applications for grants are accepted only in Januar y and September. Grants Committee Chairperson Roz Cruthis reviews the initial application. If all the required information is provided, the Grants Committee then determines the merit of each request and the amount to recommend to the Board of Directors for approval. The next step is to obtain approval of the entire Council. For more information, email jay@jay Sparkman.com.
South Bay Hospital will be holding a Volunteer Job Fair on November 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Prospective volunteers can stop in and learn about volunteer opportunities available and the benefits of being a hospital volunteer. The event will take place behind South Bay Hospital at 1901 Haverford Blvd., Suite 106, Sun City Center. For more information about the Volunteer Job Fair or to learn more about becoming a hospital volunteer, call 813-634-0187.
106th Birthday Celebration
The John Donnelly Table Tennis Club of Sun City Center celebrated their founder’s birthday on Wednesday, September 19. John was 106 on September 23. He founded the club 32 years ago at age 74. About 30 members celebrated at Plaza West with a luncheon. Several members provided entertainment.
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Banned Book Club Discusses Green Eggs and Ham
GFWC SCC Woman’s Club members gathered to discuss banned books they had read over the summer. Shown are:(front row left) Cyrille Cobe, Anne Johnson, and Kathy Gray. Back row: Jan Lander, Peggy Person, Angie Maze and Roselyn Cruthis. The Banned Book Club, an interest group of the GFWC SCC Woman’s Club, traditionally reads a banned book over the summer and kicks off their fall season with a discussion about who banned them and why. Green Eggs and Ham, by Dr. Seuss, was banned in China because of its capitalistic connotation and by a school in California because someone believed it promoted homosexuality. Members were baffled by both of those interpretations of the book. Banned Book Week was Sept. 30 to Oct. 6 this year. Cyrille Cobe, Education Co-Chair and leader of the group said, “Being serious advocates for the freedom to read, it is predictable that we will have plenty to say about controversial books. At our first meeting of the year, we celebrate Banned Books Week and demonstrate our commitment to ensuring free and open access to
information.” About 500 books are banned annually. Usually, it is to protect children and/or society from controversial ideas. Other banned books discussed by the group were: The Hunger Games series, the Harry Potter series, Grapes of Wrath, Howl, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime and the current best seller, Fifty Shades of Grey. The American Library Association has lists of banned books on its website. Throughout the year GFWC SCC Banned Book Club members read whatever books they are interested in. At the meetings, members report on the books they have read and whether or not they would recommend them. The SCC group won an award last year for having the most new members of any GFWC Woman’s Club in the state. —Roselyn Cruthis
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A Little Advice from Consumer Affairs ...
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A Little Consumer Affairs History By Susan Muise
We thought you might like to know a little about how the Consumer Affairs Committee got started here in Sun City Center. Ted Verzino, Dave O’Donnell, Jerry It dates back to 1976 when it was Decker, Bill Hackbarth and Susan created by the then Sun City Center Muise. Christine Grasso is the new Homeowners Association because committee liaison at the CA Office, of all the complaints about the and Jane Keegan is the Community new houses being built. Its sole Association director assigned to the purpose was to help residents choose committee. The Consumer Affairs Register dependable vendors of goods and services and to obtain redress if they is available at the CA Office or on felt they did not receive the type of line at the address below. It contains the names of over 200 vendors of work promised. On May 22, 1989 the new Sun all types from air conditioning City Center Community Association contractors to window installers. Board of Directors voted to officially There’s even a stained glass artist establish the Consumer Affairs and people to help you organize Committee. It consisted of five to your house or take a personal seven members with Fred Russell inventory. The responsibilities of as the chairman. Marion Fogg was the Consumer Affairs Committee hired as the committee liaison. She have varied over the years. Now, in kept that job until 2001. The other order for a vendor to be registered, committee members were retired it is necessary that they prove they professional contractors hoping are properly licensed for their craft that the committee would benefit and have the necessary liability and from their prior work experience. workers compensation insurance or Ms. Fogg was charged with keeping exemptions. Vendors are no longer a list of vendors which residents “recommended” or “rated,” and there could easily use. If a homeowner is no contractor “black list.” They are had a complaint against a registered listed alphabetically in the Register vendor, a committee member would by their craft. Complaints must be go out to the house and personally try made in writing accompanied by to resolve the complaint. If this failed, supporting paperwork. Complaint the homeowner was encouraged to forms are available at the CA Office. take his case to Hillsborough County A copy is then sent to the contractor Consumer Protection Service or to for his side of the story. A committee Small Claims Court. Vendors at that member still visits the home for time could be on a “preferred list” or complaint resolution on occasion, could be moved to a “black list.” At but they encourage contractors to one point, vendors were charged $10 handle the problem in writing or by to be in the Register, and criminal phone. In most cases, this is what background checks were run on happens; however, if the contractor them. Residents could easily find does not respond to the complaint at a “recommended” contractor by all or is uncooperative in his dealings stopping in to see Ms. Fogg at the with the committee, his company’s Consumer Affairs Office in the Old name can be removed from the Register. Resident Comment Forms Town Hall building. have also been added to help people On November 1, 1989 a vote make decisions about whom to hire. was taken by the members of the These are available on the CA website Community Association to amend below or in the CA Office, but the Article IVB, Sec. 2, of the Association files containing any comments are bylaws to make Consumer Affairs only available at the CA Office. a standing committee. This would Once again, the committee mean that it would take a vote of the cannot stress the importance of members, not the Board of Directors, doing your homework when it comes to dissolve the Committee. to hiring contractors to work in your In January of 1990, Dale Potter home. Remember, the bottom line is was appointed the chairman and money. Be sure yours is spent wisely! has remained that to this day. The members who serve with him are The Consumer Affairs Register is now available at suncitycenter.org. - Click on the SCC logo, Slide across the top to “Resources” and down to “Consumer Affairs.” The link to the Register is at the bottom of the page under the Disclaimer and Information sections.
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Carol Oschmann
While everyone dreams, only some dreamers are curious enough to wonder if their dreams have any significance in their lives or should just be ignored. Those who take the time and are persistent in getting their dreams interpreted often believe that dreams are sent to provide some guidance in the way they live their lives and sometimes won’t make even routine decisions unless they receive a message that indicates they are going the right way. Groups of interested dreamers often get together to share dreams and try to find recurring themes that may help e a c h o t h e r i n u n d e r s t a n d i n g s o m e p u z z l i n g s i t u a t i o n s . Carol Oschmann describes how sharing your dream may help others to understand their dreams. One of her books is letters from prison and another is titled God Speaks in Dreams. Carol has been interested in dreams for many years but raising her children and working kept her occupied until the past few years. Carol joins a group of local residents who meet Wednesdays in the Palm Room at 1 p.m. Over the years Carol has become quite adept at dream interpretation and also has acquired the unusual skill of dreaming for others. Sometimes people have dreams they don’t understand and would like answers to but can’t seem to make the connection. She has discovered that when she learns more about the person, she can dream for them and get answers. This is a relief especially to those having nightmares they don’t understand. And when people ask her what she receives for her time and talent she says that the satisfaction of knowing she has helped someone is enough reward. Carol’s book, God Speaks in Dreams, is sub-titled “Connect with Him and Each Other.” She says the dream study group welcomes interested visitors. Her book includes a dream symbols dictionary to help with dream interpretation and you are invited to bring along a dream to the meeting.
Readers of The NEWS of Sun City Center Please be advised that The NEWS is delivered to your mailbox, not to your driveway. The US Post Office determines whether you receive The NEWS based on the information you have given it regarding your mail delivery service. If you are up north, this paper DOES NOT get delivered to your driveway. The CA newsroom and office receive numerous calls in the spring and fall from you to let us know that we should halt delivery. We have nothing to do with any change in delivery to your residence. We hope you enjoy the paper and do appreciate knowing that you are anxious to get the next issue delivered. Note: If you happen to return to SCC in the middle of the month, you can stop by the CA office to pick up a copy of the current issue.
ARE YOU A GEEK? Do you have an overwhelming desire to learn more about computers, TV, the Internet, smart phones, GPS, etc.? Do you try to keep up with the state-of-the-art in technology? If you answered yes to any or all of these questions, then you are a GEEK. Please join your fellow GEEKS at a meeting of the Sun City Center GEEK Club. We meet the second Monday of each month in the Palm Room at 9 a.m. The next meeting will be November 12. Please call club president Jim Key at 634-1792 for more information or questions. Membership is free.
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SUN CITY CENTER TENNIS PLAYERS TRAVEL TO PRISON Tennis players who play with the Sun City Center Competitive Tennis Club traveled recently to Ocala to have a Tennis F u n D a y. T h e Ocala players were not from another tennis club but female inmates at Lowell Reception Center, the newest correctional institution in the State. Many of these inmates in the faith/character section of the prison had previously been at Hillsborough Correctional Facility, where tennis was one Twilight league “Halloween Cat” Mixer golf tournament October 19. Standing (L to R): Vince Coniglio, Ken Coletta, John Smitheman, Clayton Webb, Jim of several sports that the community brought to the compound. Bodner and Don Larsen. Seated: Shirley Coniglio, Lee Coletta, Merlene The inmates and volunteer tennis players enjoyed an afternoon of tennis Smithyman, Ethel Webb, Lynn Bodner and Barbara Larsen. action for all abilities and certificates were presented at the conclusion of ‘Play Ball’ the event. Assistant Warden Djuna Poole coordinated this activity and was Back home in Cincinnati the summer is melting into fall and the over ‘65’ assisted by officers and inmates of the Wellness Department. travel softball league has ended. For one SCC softball player, John Sauber, this
Volunteers that participated are 1st row far left Nancy Williams & 2nd summer has been his “field of dreams.” row far left to right Pat Iracurci, Rolande Poulin and Sharon Lucas. His team, Pohlman Tire, won the travel league championship when they won —Nancy Williams, Prison Volunteer their last game. After that, they spent three weeks playing a two-and-out league
SCC Pickleball Club The SCC Pickleball Club was host for the Tampa Senior Games on September 27 and 28. This was the first time they held a two-day event, and the staff did great job of organizing this event. S everal of our SCC club members finished with ribbons. Kelly Emerson and Larry Cabrerra finished 3rd in men’s doubles. In mixed doubles, Kelly Emerson and Dolores Benningfield, Sam Montana and Nancy DeWilde and Gary Nicolay and DeeDee Montana finished 2nd in their divisions. Congratulations to all SCC Pickleball Club members who competed.
S t a r t i n g i n D e c e m b e r, new players may sign-up for two weeks of free lessons at 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and practice on Thursdays. Instructors will be on hand. The club has open play every day; everyone plays starting at 7:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. Come join the fun and get some great exercise.
tournament. Johnny’s team went undefeated winning the championship game 14-4. In his first season playing ball back home in a travel league, Johnny won the league and the tournament championship, a feat rarely accomplished. He had impressive stats in the tournament, going 12 for 15, a .800 batting average. He ran as a courtesy runner almost every inning and was never thrown out going from 1st to 3rd or 2nd to home. Johnny arrives back in SCC in October and he is ready to “play ball” in the SCC fall league.
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Caloosa Greens Ladies’ Golf September 13: Shamble: A Flight 1st Jane Fischer 68; 2nd Gerry Towers 70. B Flight 1st Eleanor Schreiber 71; 2nd Elfie Nolden 71 match of cards. C & D Flights 1st Vivian King 69; 2nd Bette Breen 75. September 20: Points plus Handicap: A Flight 1st Mary Jo Miller 38. B Flight 1st Pat Johnson 43; 2nd Claudia Whooley 41. C Flight 1st Doris Zellers 45; 2nd Vivian King 42. D Flight 1st Jo Smalley 47. September 27: Low Gross Low Net: A FLIGHT Low Gross Joan Camelio 74; Low Net Jane Fischer 57. B FLIGHT Low Gross Barbara Durant 80; Low Net Claudia Wooley 58. C FLIGHT Low Gross Mary Merrill 80; Low Net Doris Zellers 54. D FLIGHT Low Gross Betty Williams 93. October 4: 3 Woman Scramble: First Gloria Nunn/Bette Breen/Doris Zeller 58; Second Barbara Durant/ JoAnn Edwards/Mary Houston 61. October 11: Low Gross Low Net: A FLIGHT GROSS Gerry Towers 69; NET Joan Camelio 58. B FLIGHT GROSS Jane Fischer 76; NET Claudia Woolley 57. C FLIGHT GROSS Nancy Mast 83; NET Noreen Schramm 59.
Hogans League November Schedule Date Day Course 11/2 Fri Summerfield 11/3 Sat Freedom Fairways 11/5 Mon Imperial Lakewoods 11/7 Wed Sandpiper 11/9 Fri Summerfield 11/10 Sat Freedom Fairways 11/12 Mon Imperial Lakewoods 11/14 Wed Sandpiper 11/16 Fri Summerfield 11/17 Sat Freedom Fairways 11/19 Mon Imperial Lakewoods 11/21 Wed Sandpiper 11/23 Fri Riverside 11/24 Sat Freedom Fairways 11/26 Mon Imperial Lakewoods 11/28 Wed Sandpiper 11/30 Fri Summerfield
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Hogans League of Sun City Center and Kings Point September 17, 2012: Buffalo Creek, H-Skins: 1st Place: Ron Doncouse 7 Skins; 2nd Place: Ruben Jones and John Apostolou - Tied at 5 Skins. Low-net: Ron Doncouse and John Apostolou - Tied at 71; Low-gross: Ruben Jones and John Apostolou Tied at 90. Birds: Ron Doncouse - #6 Par 4 and #16 Par 3.
Hogans League of Sun City Center and Kings Point
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Hogans League of Sun City Center and Kings Point
O c t o b e r 1 , 2 0 1 2 : Imp e r i a l O c t o b e r 1 5 , 2 0 1 2 : Imp e r i a l Lakewoods: Low-net: Rich Lucidi – Lakewoods, H-Skins: 1st Place: Rich 72; Low-gross: Burt Easter 97. Lucidi - 4 Skins; 2nd Place: Butch Gadd - 3 Skins. Low-net: Butch October 5, 2012: Summerfield Gadd and John Apostolou - Tied at Crossing, H-Skins, 1st Place: Rich 66; Low-gross: John Apostolou – 86. Lucidi, John Apostolou, and Ron Birds: Butch Gadd - #3 Par 3, #4, Par Doncouse - Tied at 2 Skins. Low-net: 4, and #8 Par 3; Ruben Jones - #12 Par Rich Lucidi – 71; Low-gross: John 4; John Kirkland - #16 Par 3. Apostolou – 95.
October 6, 2012: Freedom Fairways, H-Skins: 1st Place: Charlie Brown 3 Skins; 2nd Place: Bill Giblin and Andy Betz - Tied at 2 Skins. Lownet: Charlie Brown – 53; Low-gross: Charlie Brown – 75. Birds: Charlie Brown - #3 Par 4 and #12 Par 4 and Bill Giblin - #16 Par 3. Front Row (L to R): Tom Rosata, Rich (L to R) Ron Doncouse, Ruben Jones, October 10, 2012: Sandpiper Palms- Lucidi, and John Apostolou. Back Row and John Apostolou. Oaks, H-Skins: 1st Place: Jim Curtis (L to R): Art Swallow, Ruben Jones, and Butch Gadd. nd September 19, 2012: Sandpiper - 4 Skins; 2 Place: Rich Lucidi - 2 Oaks-Palms, H-Skins: 1st Place: John Skins. Low-net: Jim Curtis – 62; Apostolou - 3 Skins; 2nd Place: Ron Low-gross: John Apostolou – 86. Caloosa CC 9-Hole Ladies Doncouse - 2 Skins. Low-net: Denny Birds: Jim Curtis - #9 Par 4. Wintersteen – 68; Low-gross: Denny October 12, 2012: Riverside, H-Skins: Home & Home Tournament with Falcon Watch Wintersteen – 89. Birds: Charlie 1st Place: Denny Wintersteen, John Brown - #15 Par 4. Apostolou, and Ruben Jones - Tied at October 11, 2012: The 9-Hole 2 Skins. Low-net: Tom Rosata – 69; Women’s Golf Association of the Low-gross: Buzz Wetzel – 84. Birds: Caloosa Golf and Country Club hosted a Home & Home Tournament #9 Par 4. with the 9-hole women golfers of Falcon Watch on October 5. The winning team members were Chris Harkins and Beth Morrison of the Caloosa Club and June Krueger and Tee Bomba of the Falcon Watch Club. The event was followed by a (L to R) Charlie Brown, Burt Easter, catered luncheon at the Caloosa club John Apostolou, Ron Doncouse, Paul house. Entertainment was provided Maki, Denny Wintersteen, and Butch by the Front Porch Pickers. Gadd. (L to R) Front Row: Ruben Jones, Tom September 22, 2012: Freedom Rosata, Sue Fitts, John Apostolou, Fairways, H-Skins: 1st Place: Charlie Denny Wintersteen. Back Row: Buzz Brown, Bill Giblin, and Andy Betz Wetzel/ tied for 1st place with 1 Skin. Lownet: Mike McClintic – 55; Low-gross: Mike McClintic – 70.
Caloosa Women’s Golf
September 24, 2012: Buffalo Creek , H-Skins: 1st Place: Ron Doncouse 2 Skins; 2nd Place: Butch Gadd and Burt Easter - Tied at 1 Skin. Lownet: Ron Doncouse – 68: Low-gross: Buzz Wetzel – 85. September 26, 2012: Sandpiper Lakes – Oaks, H-Skins: 1st Place: Ron Doncouse and Charlie Brown - Tied at 3 Skins. Low-net: Ron Doncouse – 63; Low-gross: Ron Doncouse – 86. Birds: Ron Doncouse - #2 Par 4 and #6 Par 4. September 29, 2012: Freedom Fairways, H-Skins: 1st Place: Tom Rosata and Charlie Brown - Tied at 2 Skins. Low-net: Mike McClintic – 56; Low-gross: Karen Jones – 73. Birds: Don Koester - #6 Par 4, Charlie Brown - #3 Par 4, Karen Jones - #8 Par 3, Mike McClintic - #9 Par 4, and Tom Rosata - #9 Par 4.
Member-Member major 18-hole women’s golf team tournament. Low-Gross/ Low Net. (L to R) Seated front row: Ft1 Sally Heffernan/Pearl Ashe 1st low gross; Ft2 Mary Chabot 1st low Gross; Ft3 Janet Crews/Helen Conaway 1st Low Gross and Ft4 Sue Hablett/Honey Lu Sack Gross 1st low gross. Standing: Ft 1 Joyce Stafford/ Mary Lou Underwood 1st low net; Ft 2 Karen Buono 1st low net; Ft3 Ethel Webb/Ruth Ann Phelan 1st low net; Ft4 Joyce Shade/ Germaine Dufresne 1st low net. Absent from photo Vici Franks and Lolita Johnson.
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GOLF AND MORE ClubLink Golf Results
All golfers/teams listed were first place winners.
Falcon Watch Men 9/17:1 Best Ball: Flight 1 Jim Kinnear, Manny DeBono, Dick Holgate. Flight 2 Will Kuxhousen, Bob Bryan, Jerry Sandusky, Mike Sekol. 9/24: Low Gross/Low Net: Flight 1 Low Gross- George Fenwick; Low Net- Joe Spaziano. Flight 2 Low Gross- Buddy Farrell; Low NetBruce Conley. 10/1: Team Quota Points: Flight 1 Bill Fitzhugh, Joe Spaziano, Dick Holgate. Flight 2 Buddy Farrell, Chuck Thelen, Jerry Sandusky. 10/8:1 Best Ball Odd Holes, 2 Best Balls Even Holes: Flight 1 Gary Kerckaert, Joe Spaziano, Harry Porter. Flight 2 Buddy Farrell, Bob Gray, Jay Wildasin. 18 Hole Ladies 9/14: Best 9 ½ Hdcp: Ruth Gaughf. 9/28: Odd Holes ½ Hdcp:.Ernie Vanicola. 10/12: Throw Out Worst Hole Each 9: Ruth Gaughf. 9 Hole Ladies 9/14: Throw Out Worst Hole minus Handicap: Flight 1 Jane Boccieri, Janine Johnson. Flight 2 Meg Towner. Flight 3 Rosa Ricciardi. 9/21: Scramble: Emma Gadd, Marian Crowe, Tee Bomba, Mary Arpaia. 9/28: 3-2-1: Rosalie Killian, Mary McClafferty, Terry Wynne, Marilyn McCormick. 10/12: Tee to Green: Flight 1 Jane Boccieri. Flight 2 Terry Wynne. Flight 3 Connie Kehl. Sandpiper Men 9/20: Individual Low Net: Flight 1 Ted Bickel. Flight 2 Tom Williamson.
Flight 3 Ron Pelow. Flight 4 Roger Wyckoff. Flight 5 Dick Timm. 9/27: Combined Team Net: Bert Poulin, Zack Taylor, Les Easton, Chuck Roth. 10/4: 4 Person Chicago: Bert Poulin, Charles Schindler, Les Easton, Chuck Roth. 10/11: Three Man Scramble: Ron Pelow, Mike Prach, Jerry Huebner. 18 Hole Ladies 9/18: Low Net: Sue Wyckoff. 9/28: Low Net: Annetta Pucci.
Scepter 9/24: Tampa Palms Trip: Flight 1 Jim Shipley/Ray Parsons/Roy Lanza/ Bill Barker. Flight 2 Paul Stammen/ Shirley Stammen/Doug Tanzer. Flight 3 Mike Krodel/Dick Zak/ Jack Lawhead/Jim Haney. Flight 4 Rich Ricca/Bill Laurent/Tom Jauch/ Art Smith. Flight 5 Judy Fenwick/ Judie Schafers/Carolyn Avrett/Linda Belanger. 9/17: 1-2-3 Best Ball: Don Freed/ John Lyons/Greg Franczyk/Harry Devoti. 10/1: Team Quota Points: Bill Bell/ John Lyons/Nippy Nolan/Dennis Kintzel. 10/8: 3-2-1 Best Ball: Bill Horobec/ Bob Vellante/Mike Crabtree/Bob Murman. Ladies
10/9: One Best Ball Net: Nancy Saunders, Sue Wyckoff, Mary Ann Cosgrove.
9/18: 2 Best Balls of 4 (18 Hole Ladies): Flight 1 Judy Fenwick/ Carolyn Avrett/Jane Magalski/Judie Schafers. Flight 2 Jean Jackson/Chris Sparks/Linda Bessignano/Helen Adams
Prize Fund Results September 18, 2012: A-B-C-D Scramble: 1st Place Gross Kyle Creasy, Dan Widener, Ken McLoone, Carol Moss. 62. 1st Place Net John Durm, Jeanie Shively, Priscilla Haney, John Zegras 54.4. Men’s League Results October 1, 2012: 2 Best Balls of 4 (One gross plus one net): Dave Liehr, Bert Poulin, Don Faron, Bob Noelte. October 8, 2012: Individual RedWhite-Blue: Dave Liehr. Ladies League Results September 26, 2012: Pick Your Partner – Modified Chapman: Flight 1 Beverly Heil, Rosie Kintz. Flight 2 Kathy Leesman, Bette Mannon. October 9, 2012: Individual Eclectic: Flight 1 Bette Mannon, 54. Flight 2 Karen Goldwater, 61. Flight 3 Patti Ducharme, 60. Individual Low Net: Diane Doto, 65.
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Vorin Johnston, member of the Caloosa Country Club Women’s Golf Association, got a hole-in-one on the 7th hole (154 yards, par 3), using a 7 iron. This remarkable feat was witnessed by Margo Stonefield, while playing with the 9-hole league of the Caloosa Golf Club.
Low Net (9 Hole Ladies): Sue Buck 9/25: 3-2-1 Best Ball (18 Hole Ladies): Debbie Lester/Betty Ellis/ Carol Salowitz/Linda Suh. Low Net (9 Hole Ladies): Alice DeSchryver. 10/2: Low Net (18 Hole Ladies): Flight 1 Lata Raby. Flight 2 Celeste DeBono. Low Net (9 Hole Ladies): Judy Huss. 10/9: Best 9 (18 Hole Ladies): Flight 1 Judie Schafers. Flight 2 Carolyn Clark. Flight 3 Pat Eytcheson. Flight 4 Linda Bessignano. Flight 5 Alice DeSchryver. Low Net (9 Hole Ladies): Flight 1 Hiroko Vetsch. Flight 2 Colleen Savas.
John Durm had a hole-in-one on October 23 during the Club Renaissance 2-day member/member golf event. Ed Morse Cadillac was the sponsor of this Hole #4, 140-yd. par 3. John used his 5 hybrid to win the exciting prize of a $250 American Express gift card. Bill Young, Tom Brennan and Gene Miller witnessed the ball rolling into the hole.
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2012 Swim Dancers It’s unusual to have a synchronized swim team in an adult community! We are fortunate to have a facility that enables Sun City Center to offer this unique opportunity right here on campus. The local team is called “The SCC Swim Dancers.” These women teach the skills necessary to perform to music, using skills adapted to the mature ability. Of course, practice is necessary to be able to be successful with any team. This swim group begins in the fall to practice and learn musical numbers to be able to perform these numbers in March. Swim practice is Monday and Wednesday evenings at 7:30 and Friday morning at 7:30 in the lap pool. Prior experience is not necessary. One needs to be comfortable in the water. Anyone is welcome to jump in and see if you like it. Questions may be addressed to Ginny Williams at 634-1710.
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Over 447 teams traveled to play softball at the combined Las Vegas Senior Softball/Senior Softball USA(LVSSA-SSUSA) 2012 World Championship. It was the largest tournament ever held in softball. The Men’s Over “60” major plus World Championship was held September 28-30. Under blue skies and over 100-degree temperatures, the top players from the top teams came to determine who was the Number 1 Over “60” Team in the World. When the dust settled late Sunday afternoon, Hollis Appraisal from Jacksonville, Florida was the last team standing, averaging over 30 runs a game. SCC softball player, Gary Nicolay , was a guest player on this team, scoring over five runs a game. Although Gary has won many state, regional and smaller national tournaments, this was his first World Championship. With the victory, he was awarded a World Championship ring and entry into the Tournament of Champions in February 2013. Gary was honored to have been asked to play for Hollis Appraisal and stand among so many Hall of Fame players. Gary remarked, “Playing against the best players in the world and winning a World Championship is definitely the highlight of my softball career.”
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Once a year, the Lawn Bowling Club holds a tournament for new bowlers (Novices), and it took place the last week of October. Games were played Monday, Tuesday and Thursday with the final game being played on Friday October 26. Players were eliminated if they lost a game. That left Kathy Gonnella and Ron Kingsbury the two finalists. In front of an appreciative audience of fellow lawn bowlers, the two played off on a blustery day. While Ron surged ahead early in the game, Kathy came back for a time to score seven points but Ron was the first player to 18 points, winning this year’s Novice Tournament. Ron (L) is pictured being congratulated by the Novice Tournament Director Dave Barrett.
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New HART Bus Stop to Open in December
Signing was celebrated (L to R) by Carla Williams (HART Community Relations Specialist), Dan Rodriguez (HART Project Manager), Sam Sudman (CA Director), Philip Hale (HART CEO), Ed Barnes (CA President), Anne Madden (HART Board of Director), Don Schings (former CA Director) and Jane Keegan (CA Director). By Judy Stimson After five years of effort started by Don Schings, former CA Director, and finished by Sam Sudman, CA director and Ed Barnes, CA president, an agreement was signed on September 28, 2012 for a new HART bus stop in Sun City Center. It will be located on N. Pebble Beach Blvd. just south of North Course Lane and around 15 feet from the end of lawn bowling. HART’s Bus Stop Improvement Program is an effort to make all bus stops ADA (Americans with Disabilities) compliant. They have 3,200 bus stops that mostly depend on partnership easements so they
don’t have to spend money buying property, and 641 of those are shelters. In 2011, 218 bus stops were improved. The Program is supported by federal funding and local taxes. Philip Hale, HART CEO said: “What HART has done the last 18 to 24 months is ensure allocated funds and resources (are used) to get and maintain as many stops as possible within our resources.” Marcia Meijia, public information officer, added: “These partnerships help with system quality. Bus stops are the first point of access to public transit. It is win/ win for everyone.” The signed documents were to be submitted for permitting on
Monday, October 1. Permitting will take around 30 days and a Task Order for the General Contractor and procurement will take another 30 days. After that, the $10K construction to tear out and replace the pad and pop in the solar-powered shelter can be accomplished in around one week. The new shelter is scheduled to open with a ribboncutting ceremony in December 2012. A HART poster with a picture of the new shelter is available in the Atrium lobby. You can also get more information by visiting www. goHART.org.
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MOVIES at the Rollins Theater
EIGHT NEW EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONDERS TO JOIN SCC SQUAD
One showing only @ 1 p.m.
The Monday Movies will normally show two movies each month in the Rollins Theater at 1 p.m. on the second and fourth Mondays. Dates and times may change as required. Seating is limited to 200 per showing and is reserved for current Sun City Center Community Association members and guests who present an up-to-date member/guest card.
November 12 “Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” 124 min. PG-13
Pictured (L to R) are Jennie Casey, instructor; Nora Merriam, Asst. Dir. of Ed.; Tim Zion, Jim Richards, Vince Vincent, Peter DeRupo, Noreen Schramm; chief. 2nd row (L to R) Terri Lance, Asst. Chief-Medical; Pam Zion, Lois Lynch. Kneeling (L to R) are Frank Gatto, Beverly Carnes. Eight students have successfully completed the intense 52 hour “Emergency Medical Responder” course given at the SCC Emergency Squad training center. Students are first trained and certified in CPR. Following this aspect of the course, the students studied medical and environmental emergencies, airway management, the human body, bleeding, shock, and poisoning. Students also learned the proper techniques for splinting, bandaging, backboarding and scooping a patient. Each student has now been assigned to one of eight teams and will begin a period of mentoring with an experienced ambulance crew. The SCC Emergency Squad has 440 members and is growing. If you are interested in finding out more about about this all-volunteer organization, November 26 please call 813-633-1411 or visit our web site at www.scc-ems.us.
Evening Classes begin at Emergency Squad
For the first time in recent history, the SCC Emergency Squad is offering their Emergency First Responder course during the evening hours. Upon successful completion of this 52-hour course, the students will be State certified as Emergency First Responders. They will then be assigned to one of eight teams and will become part of an ambulance crew. The squad is planning another evening course within three months. If you feel you might be interested in attending, please come by the office for an application, call 633-1411 or go to its website. —Jan Huber, Asst. Chief PR
SCC Emergency Squad Receives Special Award
The Squad was presented with a beautiful plaque from All Children’s Hospital in appreciation for their hospitality during the recent threat of Hurricane Issac. The special mobile unit from All Children’s needed a safe place to stay and the ability to mobilize quickly for any emergency. Pictured below (L to R) are Sherri Killan, respiratory therapist from All Children’s and Noreen Schramm, chief, SCC Emergency Squad.
Emergency Squad Hosts Successful Fall Prevention Program
A group of British retirees decide to “outsource” their retirement to less expensive and seemingly exotic India. Enticed by advertisements for the newly restored Marigold Hotel and bolstered with visions of a life of leisure, they arrive to find the palace a shell of its former self. Though the new environment is less luxurious than imagined, they are forever transformed by their shared experiences, discovering that life and love can begin again when you let go of the past. Rated PG-13 for sexual content and language. Genres: drama Actors: Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, Penelope Wilton, Dev Patel, Celia Imrie Language: English; Subtitles: English Rating: PG-13; Runtime: 2:04
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On September 20, the Emergency Squad invited the community to attend a Fall Prevention Workshop. The Genres: Drama program was held at the training center and over 40 residents participated. Actors: Rachel Hendrix, Jason Burkey, John Schneider, Jasmine Guy, Shari Robin Watt, an EMT on the Squad Rigby has spearheaded this very successful Language: English; Subtitles: English program. “We are trying to make a Rating: PG-13; Runtime: 1:49 difference,” she said. “We are trying to change the statistics which are so alarming.” One in three seniors over 65 will experience a fall in the next year. Also, the Squad responded to 6,100 emergency calls last year and 60% of these calls were for falls. —Jan Huber, Asst. Chief, PR
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FREE AIR! Rose Parade Float Barn FREE BUS! North Georgia, Smokey and FREE BUS! catch a glimpse of a Blue Ridge Mountains during peak Fall celebrity while you are sitting in Grand Tour. NYE Dinner Party. Reserved foliage season. Dollywood Park! Stand seats for the Mardi Gras Parades! seats for parade. Choice of Many Pre and Post Tours.
Try one of our Signature classic getaways to some of our nations best SMOKY landmarks and attractions. Meet MOUNTAINS friends along the way or come in a group. These vacations are guaranteed 13 DAYS ................... from $999 BUS! Escape the heat of to Leave you With Lasting Memories FREE the summer by taking this value of your Legendary Journey! packed tour to the mountains of North Carolina!
FREE BUS! National Cherry Blossom festival. Historic Colonial Williamsburg. Capital Monuments & Sights. Savannah and More!
9 DAYS .......................... from $999 FREE BUS! Leisurely 5 days in Branson - Show Capital of the world, Includes 7 shows!
DREAM DESTINATIONS SPAIN & FRANCE TRANSATLANTIC 21 DAYS ............... from $1951
FREE AIR! Your Palma De Mallorca, Malaga, Funchal, Grand Turk, Half Moon Cay and Tampa!
LAS VEGAS & CABO CRUISE 12 DAYS..................... from $1215
PANAMA CANAL CRUISE 17 DAYS .................... from $1999 FREE AIR! Full Transit Canal PLUS New York City, Costa Rica, Cabo & Los Angeles. ADD CA Coast to San Francisco- $699.
BALTIC CRUISE 16 DAYS ..................... from $2899
FREE AIR! FREE AIR! Los Angeles Pre-Tour, 2 Days Cabo Choice of cruises including San Lucas & Baja, Puerto Vallarta, Russia, Norwegian Fjords, British Vegas! Isles and more!
HUB & SPOKE TOURS 15 DAYS .................. from $2248
FREE AIR! MOST MEALS INCLUDED! Choice of Ireland, Springtime in the Alps, Alpine Oktoberfest, Switzerland, Italy!
CANADA TO FLORIDA 16 DAYS ..................... from $1986 FREE AIR! FREE BUS! Sail the scenic waters of Eastern Canada and New England Choose from Holland America’s Maasdam or Eurodam; or Princess Cruise Line’s Emerald Princess.
SEINE RIVER CRUISE 12 DAYS ................... from $2499
FREE AIR! Singapore Pre Tour, Ho Chi Minh City, 2 Days in Hong Kong Okinawa, Jeju, Shanghai Post Tour 8 Day Optional Shanghai/Beijing Post Tour $799
CARIBBEAN SUPER VALUE 8 DAYS ............ from $644
FREE BUS! Enjoy the best value for an Eastern or Western Caribbean Adventure! Great Vacation!
10 FLORIDA OFFICES: Ft Myers • Lakeland • Largo • Naples Ocala • Port Charlotte • Sarasota Sun City Center • Venice • The Villages
2013 TRANSATLANTICS 17 - 36 DAYS .................... from $1699
FREE AIR! FREE BUS! Choice of Holland America, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, Princess, and Carnival! CRUISE to England, Italy, Spain, Africa! Call for details these are amazing sailings.
SCANDANAVIA & RUSSIA 16 DAYS .............................. from $3099
FREE AIR! You will visit Copenhagen, Berlin, Helsinki, Two Days in St Petersburg, Estonia, and Amsterdam. Here is your opportunity to see Scandinavia all on the Carnival Legend.
2013 RIVER CRUISES 12 - 16 DAYS .................. from $2399
FREE BUS! Our Package INCLUDES FREE AIR, all transfers in Europe, 3 Nights in Amsterdam, 5 Day Cruise aboard CroisiEurope’s MS France, 3 Nights in Paris and ALL TAXES and FEES!
RED SEA & PYRAMIDS 15 DAYS ............................... from $2199
FREE AIR! Giza Plateau Pre Tour featuring the world famous Pyramids. Unique Red Sea Cruise Including the resorts of Safaga, Egypt and much more!
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NEXT MEETING Kings Point Clubhouse NOVEMBER 11th at 2:00 PM SPECIAL SPEAKER:
MEMBERS FREE - GUESTS $5.00
800-511-5411
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