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Their Pickin’ Leaves Us All Grinnin’ By NOKP Staff David Lickfeldt steps to the microphone. He leans in, rosy cheeked and smiling. “Hey everyone, it’s the Front Porch Pickers!” Suddenly the room comes alive, hands start clapping and toes start tapping in anticipation of the music. It is an appreciative audience who has obviously been here before. A split second later the music starts, hillbilly tunes that might, at first, seem anachronistic coming from the Atrium Building in Sun City Center. But step inside and the energy will sweep you away. The Front Porch Pickers are a community treasure, a family of 35 or so pickers and grinners plucking and strumming guitars – acoustic, electric and steel – as well as banjos, mandolins and even a standup double bass. So popular are the Pickers that even a rehearsal, such as the one we visited today, draws a significant crowd. That was not always the case.
When he moved to Florida from the hills of Pennsylvania, Ike McClosky immediately looked for other folks who enjoyed making music, specifically down-home hillbilly music. He came across a harmonica club and joined right up. One complication: Ike’s guitar made a funny-looking harmonica. Ike played on. Then, one day, Ike met Ray Kelly, Virginian with the same love for mountain music. A few months later they were joined by mandolin player, Ken Ward. Word spread and the trio became a quartet and continued to grow. Soon, appreciative music lovers were showing up for the practice. The Front Porch Pickers was born. Pickers and grinners were coming out of the woodwork to hear what Randy Owen of the country superstars, Alabama, calls: “the music Grandma and Grandpa used to play.” While none of the Front Porch Pickers voluntarily claim Randy,
David Lickfeldt, Les Pollard, Jim Spencer and Ed Watson get ready to jam
many are grandparents and they are all keen to pass their love of music on to anyone. Their practices are upbeat, lively and open to the public. And their motivation is pure love for the music. “There is nothing
better than music,” says Les Pollard, “Especially when you are playing it with such a loving and accepting group as this one.” Picker, jokester and de facto Pickin’ to Page 2
Finding Purpose by Building a Stronger Community By NOKP Staff “He did not leave him as he found him.” It is a simple statement drawn from a familiar story, but it is a life calling and rallying cry for Rev. William Cruz, a second generation minister and community builder. “That’s from Luke 10. The story of the Good Samaritan, but it’s really the story of the Good Neighbor.” Bill pauses almost as if watching the scene unfold before him, “He saw a person in need, beat up and half dead, and did not pass him by. He picked him up from where he was, bandaged his wounds and took him to a better place.” Bill and his staff at the Good Samaritan Mission see this scene play out in stark reality each and every day. Simple acts of service and a vision of staggering magnitude carried out with the casual air of neighbors helping to build a community. People accomplishing miracles every day by simply being “neighborly.” The Mission is also a legacy.
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Bill and Kathy appreciate Kings Point’s generosity
Bill’s parents, William and Dora passed their passion and purpose on to their son and his wife, Theresa, in 2008. At that time, GSM had been providing food, clothing and care for those in need for over 24 years. Countless lives had been impacted. Many would look at the ministry and think: “mission
accomplished.” But Cruz and his staff challenged themselves further: “How can we have a deeper impact? How can we be even more neighborly?” The Good Samaritans decided to do what they could to meet people where they were and committed to move them to a Finding’ to Page 5
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Master of Ceremonies, David Lickfeldt, agrees. “It’s really great. The highlight of my week!” Jim Spencer is one of the more accomplished musicians of the group. He’s been playing banjo for six decades. “I’ve almost got it. I’m almost there.” He jokes. Some of the Pickers, like Bob Quiles, have been at it for far less time. “I’ve been with the group about two months. I truly love it. Music is my life!” Another relatively new Picker is Bill Whitwer, whose wife bought him an electric guitar for Christmas a couple of years ago. In that short time, he says, “Music has become very important to me.” Of others newbies considering joining the Pickers, he says: “Come and listen. We’re a friendly group. We all make mistakes, but we have a lot of fun.” Some, like Don Bingham, busy with a homeless ministry he and his wife run, have come and gone and are back again.
Bob Quiles, Don Bingham and Jim Coleman
Others, like Kings Point resident Carolyn Hunter, not only play but also write music for the group. “I’ve been playing guitar for about 8 years, but it’s no fun just to play by yourself. I write a song every week about things I’m thinking about, things I see and hear around town.”
The Editor’s Corner Summertime Blues
By Adam Porter, EIC, News of Kings Point August is upon us. It’s time for us to break out the wide-brimmed hats, dark sunglasses and personal fans. Time for summer saturated kiddos to start contemplating the return to readin’, ‘ritin’ and ‘rithmetic … some with dread and others with excitement. Over a half-century of summers have come and gone since the celebrated Eddie Cochran penned and performed a song lamenting the B-side of summer, a tune that peaked at number 8 in the U.S. during September 1958. Summertime Blues. Because of the catchy guitar hook and universal themes, that song has been covered by … well, just about everybody. Most of us can remember a lyric or two: poor Eddie missing a date, cause he’s ‘gotta work late’. Missing out on the car cause he ‘didn’t work a lick’. And, when he appeals to a higher authority, the ultimate indignity, Congress won’t help cause he’s ‘too young to vote’. Tough luck, Eddie. Now, while some of us appreciate the influence that song had on the eventual passing of the 26th Amendment, lowering the voting age to 18, most of us listen to the teenage frustration in that little ditty and think: “If only! That kid’s got nothing to worry about!” The blues we face as we grow up (and older) make the flights of
adolescent angst seem just as silly as that song. But lately I’ve experienced quite a few summertime blues that never fail to add a little summer sunshine into my life: The refreshingly blue swimming pool water enticing me to jump in and cool off. Passing a front yard full of kids skipping and laughing in the blue cascade from a lawn sprinkler. The crystal clear blue of the summertime sky as I take my morning walk. My blue snorkeling mask which allows me to explore what lies beneath the emerald green Gulf Coast water. My elevenmonth-old’s baby blues, which he inherited from his mother. I could lose myself in either set. All of these summertime blues faithfully bring a smile to my face. These and a rainbow of colorful joys like them are timely reminders that, when life happens – when the bills stack up or when sickness, tragedy or bad luck come calling – I have my own Crayola box of colorful summertime scenes that will chase those particular blues away. What about you? And… If you have that song stuck in your head for the rest of the day, just smile and take a moment to count your blessings. After all, in a few short months it will be time to listen to Elvis (or Porky Pig) sing about a B-b-b-blue Christmas.
Others were motivated to join the group because they just had it to do. “It was on my bucket list.” Says Jan Ring, of playing the standup double bass nearly tall as she is. She grins as she jokes, “If I had known how much the guys like it, I would have started playing years ago.” She refers to
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the other Pickers as her extended family. “A group of us went up for a string class at Maryville, had a wonderful time.” The group’s self-proclaimed “variety pack” goes by the name of Johnny. “I play guitar, tambourine whatever they need. I just love entertaining people.” The shared love of entertaining and the family atmosphere are evident both when the Pickers and playing and in-between songs. The in-jokes and banter give even the rehearsal a fun, comfortable, concert feel. David approaches the mike again. “Let me tell you about a woman…” He trails off as the audience groans in sympathy. Instead of continuing the story he turns to the band. “Freight Train, folks. Key of C.” The music ignites. The easy transition from song to song continues, with different band members taking the lead Pickin’ to Page 3
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on each one. From the Big Game experience of the Ohio State Fight Song to “Ashes of Love” a haunting duet by Carolyn Hunter and Jim Kinnear. The energy of the music is infectious. During a break, audience member Jean Krause leans over, “We love to listen and look forward to every Wednesday afternoon.” The reasons for this are legion, but perhaps they are best summed up by Picker, Tom Rawlings, “Having an opportunity to have this much fun and not have to pay for it is amazing.”
Those of us watching from the sidelines could not help but agree. Keep playin’ that mountain music, guys and gals, and we’ll keep clapping, tapping and singing along. If you love toe-tapping music, come see the Front Porch Pickers every Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Armstrong Room of the Atrium Building at the Sun City Center Community Association. And, if you would like to invite the Front Porch Pickers to your next event call David at 813.633.6739 or Sally at 813.633.1379.
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better place. In the motivational fires of that challenge the Seeds of Change Program was born. Education. Life skills. Counseling. Occupational skills. Business acumen. Through Good Samaritan Mission, Welcome to the Good Samaritan Mission those who possess little are given what they truly need own. It falls to GSM to “teach to pursue happiness, fulfillment… them a sense of community, not and to learn how to be better only as members of the Body of Christ but as members of this neighbors. “When people leave here, American community.” As part they should be in a better place of this value, those who receive than where we found them.” Bill are taught that they, too, should smiles. “In a sense, we are trying contribute, support each other. This value dovetails into the final to work ourselves out of a job.” one, Gratitude. The staff of GSM Good Samaritan Mission has believes that “once they find distilled this goal down into their purpose and their place in three distinct points: Purpose, the community, they will begin Community and Gratitude. to live a life of Gratitude.” A As to the first, GSM teaches their thankful life lived giving back to staff, volunteers and neighbors God and their neighbors. that they have been created The bottom line, says Cruz, is to “glorify God with their lives” this: “We are not here to make and that, “when they get this life more bearable, we are here straight, individuals can reach to see people transformed by their fullest potential and be the power of Jesus Christ, by who God called them to be.” God’s love and mercy.” The second core value, In this, the Mission is seeing Community, addresses the great success. Many who have societal detachment they see in come to GSM to “fill their bellies” many they serve. Their neighbors have, additionally, found a – Caucasian, African or Hispanic new attitude of purpose and – often see themselves as the promise of a better lifestyle strangers in this land. They through a life of gratitude. work, but it is merely to subsist One of the ways visitors to the or send their earnings back Mission show their gratitude is by home. The money is not their
These lovely volunteers are crafting Christmas cards
returning to volunteer. They fill food baskets for other families, plant vegetables and tend the grounds. To illustrate their own gratitude for these acts of service, the Mission provides, in addition to food, health and beauty items the volunteers might not otherwise afford. This, of course, is in addition to the tons of food given freely each day with no expectation of return. Cruz offers an example of the transforming impact of this attitude: “About a month ago,
a group of workers showed up at a job site and found there was no work. They could have gone home and done nothing, but instead they came here and asked what they could do to help. We had just received a delivery of mulch, so they jumped right in to spread it out. While they worked our volunteers filled food baskets for them.” Mulch was laid. Food was prepared. Community was strengthened. Simple dynamics that reflect the bedrock value Finding to Page 6
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of the Mission: “freely you have been given, so freely give.” The cycle of this exchange works to reinforce the vision of the Mission. Workers without work found purpose in showing gratitude for their community. In return, the Mission reflected its own purpose by expressing gratitude in a way that meets the needs of its community. This give and take is repeated daily in the ministry of Good Samaritan Mission. While there is certainly no shortage of need, Cruz and his staff work tirelessly to see that there are also plenty of reasons for gratitude. Kathy McGartland has been part of that staff for a decade. “I came here as part of a volunteer project with my church and just fell in love with the place. It seems like every day you are here you see a miracle.” Kathy now works as community liaison for the Mission, a job that includes many special projects, including the Back to School Program being held this year on August 16th. Last year 800 children took part. GSM is expecting that many or more this year. In addition to a fun day of food, music and drama, the outreach provides backpacks and school supplies, haircuts, dental checkups and personal hygiene products. “We want them to feel excited about the first day of school.”
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As you can imagine, a project of this scope begins well before the date of the event and many volunteers are needed. Kathy is asking any who have a heart to serve to help fill backpacks, do manicures, haircuts, face painting or help offer encouragement and crowd control. If you would like to donate gift cards or school supplies or volunteer at GSM’s Back to School Outreach, call Kathy at 813.601.3783. In addition to the Back to School event, the daily food baskets and gratitude offerings, the outreach of the Good Samaritan Mission includes feeding thousands at Thanksgiving and donating college scholarships to kids who have volunteered at the Mission. GSM realizes they cannot do this on their own. “We don’t receive any help from the government. We work with other likeminded organizations. The need is great and none of us can be Lone Rangers.” When he says likeminded, Cruz is speaking of people who “are willing to give but are looking to make a really significant, profound difference.” Sometimes, says Kathy, that difference may seem simple on the surface. “Recently Aston Gardens asked us what we needed. Courtyards has ‘adopted’ us. We needed washcloths to put in the kids’ hygiene bags, and they donated hundreds. A local
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dentist gave us floss. These simple things make a huge difference. If you are ready, willing and able to turn a simple gesture or small act into a profound and life-changing gift to your community, the Good Samaritan Mission can help you make that happen. For more information or to get involved, call 813.634.7136 or visit The seeds of change program teaches many things, including sewing www.gsmission.org.
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Dear Katherine, My neighbor told me he is getting help in paying for his prescription drug insurance. My premiums have gotten more expensive over the past few years, and I sure could use some help in this area. How can I find out more about these programs and if I would qualify? Jessie in Sun City Center Dear Jessie, Your neighbor is probably talking about two Medicare sponsored programs designed to help pay the premiums on prescription drug plans. These programs help seniors who fall into a certain income bracket, so you would need to qualify in order to get the help, but if you do, the savings can be significant. Here are some basics to help you determine if you might qualify: If you are on a Medicare Part D plan, that is a prescription drug plan, you may be eligible for Extra Help to pay those premiums. How do you know if you might qualify? Is your income less than $16,245 per year? Is the value of your bank accounts and other assets less than $12,510 (not including your home or your
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car)? If the answer to both of these questions is yes, then you should apply for Extra Help. The income and asset limits are even higher for a married couple. If you qualify for Extra Help, you will have lower premiums and lower copayments. The second program is a Medicare Savings Program, which helps eligible individuals pay for their Part B premiums. If your income is less than $13,236 per year and your assets are less than $6,600, then you may qualify for this program as well. These limits are also higher for a married couple. The West Central Florida Area Agency on Aging has designated staff members who can explain the plans and their eligibility requirements. They can even fill out the application for you! The Agency is also looking for sites in the Sun City Center area to host enrollment events so more people can learn about these savings opportunities. If your church or other gathering place is willing to host such an event, call Patricia Henderson at 813.676.5609. You can find out more on their web site www.AgingFlorida.com
Submitted by Dora Murray When I was a child growing up in my small coalmining town of Windber Pa. the month of August was viewed by the kids with mixed emotions. We realized that Labor Day was just around the corner and that put some of the summer fun at an end. Tuskeraka, the swimming pool built by the CCC guys in 1936 would be closed. It was located 3 miles out of town and one year the boys would swim on the even days and the girls swam on the odd days. The next year the schedule was reversed to keep it fair. The water was cold mountain water constantly running. There was only one bath house to change so that was the reason for no coed swimming, but, of course, some of the boys would show up on the girl’s days trying to peak in that bath house. The pool was murky green and no way you could see the bottom. When Pop Wagner blew his whistle you had to find your partner and stand with raised arms. My kid sister was my partner, and, in the early days, I would carry her piggyback part of the way home. Today, swimming pools are heated and the water clear and blue. I think most of the swimmers are driven to the
pool. Here at Kings Point we have 5 pools. It’s a swimmers or water lover’s Paradise. Other summer fun for us included jumping rope. I’ll bet many of you remember red hot pepper. When not skipping rope, girls played hopscotch and jacks. Boys shot marbles. All of us had roller skates with keys to keep them tight. Today’s skates are works of art, and I sometimes envy those I see gliding along on the inline models. One summer my best friend, Roy Sulin agreed to teach me how to use his slingshot. What fun! Of course, those lessons ended abruptly when Mrs. McDonald’s window was, somehow…accidentally… smashed. Not the only activity known to shatter a window or two. We all played baseball and even the little ones were given a chance to bat. Sometimes we kept score, but the games always went on until someone’s parents flipped on a porch light and called: “Everybody come in free.” Soon, we would hear daddy’s whistle, and it was time to return to the warmth and safety of home and family. But that was then and this is now…and now we are the old ones. It’s up to us to share our memories with the young.
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Feline Folks will conduct its Low Cost Spay/Neuter Clinic (OFF) Operation Feline Fix for free-roaming cats on Saturday August 21st at C.A.R.E in Ruskin. $10 per Cat or Kitten (must weigh 3 pounds). Call (813) 944-7651 for an appointment.
Victoria Victoria is a young black female cat who claims Kettle as her mom. Her sister is Remy. She has settled in at C.A.R.E. but would really love to be part of a loving forever home. She is playful and a real lover. Lounging on the lanai is one of her favorite afternoon pasttimes. As part of her adoption Victoria will be brought current on her shots, spayed and micro chipped. C.A.R.E. is open 10 am to 3 pm on Tues. - Sat.• For directions visit www.CareShelter.org or call 813-645-2273.
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Each type of butterfly has its own “Host”.Here is a brief list. Host Plants: Monarch; Milkweed Black Swallowtails; Dill, Fennel, Parsley Gulf Fritillary; Maypop, Passion vine, Pipe vine Yellow Sulfer; Cassia
Anneswer I call these bougainvillea caterpillars. They roll the new leaves and chew from the inside. They are voracious. You must apply the spay Thoricide as soon as the new growth rolls or the damage will be extensive. Trim off damaged growth and inspect regularly. Dear Anne I have been trying to learn about these butterfly plants that my grand children love so much. So far I hear that there are two types of them: one type is for when the butterflies are still caterpillars so they can eat the leaves and the other type is for when they hatch from cocoons as real butterflies so they can fly around and eat the nectar in the flower. Which plants are which types? Are any plants both types? Anneswer Yes there are two groups of plants for butterflies: “Host” plants feed the caterpillars and “Nectar” planted feed the adults.
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Kings Point Ladies 18 Hole League Winners June 28 Kings Point Ladies 18 Hole League - June 28 Game: Team Points
Falcon Watch Wins Interclub July 12th
1st Place Terry Jacoby, Rose Ricciardi, Nancy Sanders Plus 5 2nd Place Rosa Gerry, Shirley Junk, Marge Miller Plus 3
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Accomplished by: ❖❖❖ Bill Salowitz ❖❖❖ July 8, 2010 Hole#5 Cypress 120 Yards 5 Iron Course: Falcon Watch Witnessed By: Denzil Leste Steve Taylor
Submitted by: Marilyn McCormick
Kings Point Ladies 18 Hole League July 12 Game: Points
A Flt. 1st Rosa Gerry ........... Minus 1 2nd Marilyn McCormick .Minus 2 Tie Lorraine Napie .....Minus 2 Tie Esther Plusser .......Minus 2 B Flt. 1st Rose Riciardi ........... Plus 7 2nd Terry Jacobi ..........Minus 2 C Flt. 1st Bonnie Holmes ...... Plus 2 2nd Judy Marr.................... Plus Tie Marie Schick .............. Plus Submitted by: Marilyn McCormick
Kings Point Ladies 18-Hole League July 19 Game: Points
A Flt. 1st Marian Crowe .. Plus 1 1st Mary Ann Vinci .Plus 1 B Flt. 1st Gladys Lowrie ...Plus 1
Falcon Watch Ladies 9-Hole League weekly winners 7/16/10 Game : Throw out worse hole
Flt A 1st 2nd 2nd Flt B 1st 2nd 2nd Flt C 1st 2nd 2nd Flt D 1st 2nd 3rd 3rd
Judi Gannon ...... Yuko Vetsch........ Judy Boyer .......... Terry Wynne ....... Tee Bomba ........ Lorraine Fritzel .... Katherine Marcario . Audrey Ercegovich . Gladys Lowrie .... Joyce D’Agostino Ann Parisen ........ Mary McClafferty Nancy Scott.......
31 34 34 35 36 36 35 36 36 31 32 34 34
Tournment committee Russ Stutz – Calloosa, Manny DeBono – Falcon Watch, Joe Pliska, Don Churchill (Not in Picture) Sandipiper.
Falcon Watch Golf Association came out the winner of the fourth Inter club match between Sandpiper, Caloosa and Falcon Watch. The game was ( two man best ball net). Each club competed with 14 two man teams for the trophy. Falcon Watch 10 1/2 points Sandpiper 7 and Caloosa with 3 ½. Winners of the low net of each club is as follows. Falcon Watch Bill Salowits & Steve Taylor ........................................... 59 Jack Riley & Joe Spaziano ........................................... 61 Harry Porter & Al Spatola .............................................. 61 Sandpiper Bob Majewski & Kyle Rolling ........................................ 62 Bob Black & Martin Hurwitz .......................................... 62 Jim Green & Harold Gelbrach ..................................... 63 Caloosa Vince Coniglio & Ray Youngv ...................................... 62 Wayne Shaw & Don Coty ............................................ 62 Tom Butler & Howard,Godfrey .................................... 62
The Tournament was followed by Lunch at Falcon Watch Clubhouse.
Falcon Watch Men’s League Results July 182 BB on 3&4 3 BB on 5
GROUP 1 1ST -25 N. WISE, D. GREEN & B.STOCES GROUP 1 2ND -21 R. PARISEN, S. TAYLOR, A. LOZOSKY & J. SPAZIANO GROUP 1 3RD TIE -20 F. PARIS, B. BELANGER, E. McCLAFFERTY GROUP 1 3RD TIE -20 J. RILEY, B. YOST, R. STOREY,& M. STRAHL GROUP 2 1ST -26 B. CONDON, J. VINCE & T. WINCH GROUP 2 2ND -24 B. BARKER, B. KENNY, A. SPATOLA & B. NEY GROUP 2 3RD -23 B. FARRELL, V. PIRONE, G. ELLERBROCK & J. SCOTT GROUP 3 1ST -35 B. GRAY, J. MARCARIO & J. SANDUSKY GROUP 3 2ND -30 B. CONLEY, B. ROBINSON, M. JOYAL & B. MAYFIELD Submitted by Manny DeBono
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Accomplished by: ❖❖❖ Manny DeBonz ❖❖❖ June 26, 2010 Hole#5 Sands Course 145 Yards par 3 7 Wood Course: Falcon Watch Witnessed By: Gary Ellerbrock Buddy Farrell Norm Davis.
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when you hold something with a handle diameter the size of a baseball bat, as opposed to something with a diameter the size of a golf grip. Instantly you should be aware of the difference in where you naturally hold the object. If it’s a thick diameter, it will feel more comfortable in the palms of both hands. An amateur golfer using a fingers of the hand style will considerably increase their rotational speed, both in terms of club head acceleration in the down swing and also club face rotation pre and post impact. This is the correct golf grip method for any golfer who wants to hit the ball further and straighter with far less effort. A so called ‘neutral grip’ for an amateur golfer is a typical golf lie. Beware of this advice because it won’t fix slice problems, and in fact, it will probably make your slice worse for you. Place your golf club right down into the fingers of both hands until you feel that it’s being held predominantly there, and you’ll notice the difference when you swing the golf club and hit some shots. I guarantee that you will play better, more often, and with a great deal more golf confidence by using the fingers of the hand style of golf grip. This is the correct golf grip for most amateur golfers, so try it today, you won’t regret it.
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The Correct Golf Grip For Amateur Golfers By Lawrence Montague Much has been written about the correct golf grip in golf instruction books over the past one hundred years or so. Virtually every golf instruction book has a chapter on how to learn the correct golf grip, and yet there are so many golfers who have grips that are a long way from being correct. In this article I’m going to shed light on what to do to develop a correct golf grip that will drastically improve your golf shotmaking consistency, leading to more golf confidence when you play and practice. Before I begin though, I want to tell you about golf lies that are being spread about the golf grip. You see, there are two distinct styles of golf grip; one is for the PGA tour golfer or the elite amateur golfer, and the other is for the average amateur or social golfer. It is a lie to think that a high handicap amateur golfer should use the grip that a tour golfer uses. The reason for this is that tour golf swings are highly developed to hit golf shots over long distances very accurately. The whole purpose of a pro golf swing is to shoot low golf scores consistently, so their grip is finely tuned to their individual swing style. It is uncommon to see a tour golfer with a poorly formed grip because they know how important the hands are in
controlling both the club face and club head during the golf swing. Amateur golfers don’t compete for tournament prize money, so their goals are different to that of tour pro’s. Most of the amateur golfers that attend my golf school simply want to hit longer and straighter shots so they can play closer to their golf handicap. An amateur golfer has a handicap so they can compete against other golfers with handicaps ranging from low to high. Pros and amateurs play the same game, but have very different goals and ways of going about it when all is said and done. The main difference between the professional grip and the amateur grip is the way the hands are placed on the golf club in relation to the club face. Golf grips in golf instruction books are often described as ‘strong,’ ‘neutral’ and ‘weak,’ which mostly refers to the placement of the left hand on the grip, and how many knuckles of the hand can be seen. More knuckles showing means a stronger grip and less knuckles showing means a weaker grip. Personally I believe this way of describing the golf grip is incorrect. I prefer to think of the golf gripping styles as either, palm of the hand style, or, fingers of the hand style. In my experience, too many amateurs have a more palm of the hand style of grip,
Lawrence Montague is an expert Australian PGA golf instructor and owner of one of Australia’s top golf schools, Gold Coast Golf School. Lawrence has worked with thousands of golfers from novice to tour level over the past twenty years, teaching them how to reduce their golf scores faster, and develop more accuracy and distance. Lawrence can teach you exactly how to spend less time practicing and more time improving through his unique online golf coaching program at http://www.golfconfidence. org. This program will show you exactly how to take your current game and with his unique coaching knowledge, resources and support, dramatically improve your results on and off the golf course.
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which quite often leads to a slice ball. You cannot fix a slice shot or increase you driver distance with a palm of the hand style of golf grip. This style however, does suit tour players because it helps them to reduce excessive hand and club motion, giving them more control over their ball flight, which is actually more important to them than hitting the golf ball further. Amateur golfers actually need more hand motion to straighten golf shots and hit the ball further. The correct golf grip for amateurs golfers who want to fix a slice, reduce sideways spin on their golf shots, and increase the distance of their irons and woods is to adopt the fingers of the hand style. This grip style does two things that nearly every amateur golfer needs to do to play better. 1. It increases the wrist cock angle in the back swing so you can increase the potential energy in your golf swing, leading to a faster moving club head in the down swing. 2. It increases the rotation of the club face making it easier to rotate the golf club closed through the impact zone which leads to correcting slice shot patterns and excessive side spin on all of your shots The easiest way to learn the fingers of the hand style of golf grip is to notice the difference Golf Grip continued bottom right Pg 10
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South Bay Hospital Celebrates Volunteers and Honors Doctor Submitted by Melissa Morgan, Director Marketing South Bay Hospital celebrated their Volunteers July 7th, 2010, by hosting the Annual Volunteer Awards Banquet held at the King’s Point Clubhouse Theater. The evening was filled with great food, entertainment, dancing and awards. South Bay Hospital’s 2009 Female Outstanding Volunteer Award was presented to Bunny Cocco, Outpatient Surgery Registration Volunteer. Bunny is described as having a huge smile and positive attitude. She consistently goes the extra mile for those who stop at her desk. Bunny is a ray of sunshine. Since coming to South Bay Hospital in 2002 she has captured the hearts of many with her smile, positive attitude and willingness to go above and beyond. South Bay Hospital’s 2009 Male Outstanding Volunteer Award was presented to Al Burke, Volunteer Transporter. Al is described as always cheerful and full of spirit. His sense of humor and his warm demeanor are appreciated by staff members and patients alike. Since becoming a volunteer in 2005 he has touched the hearts of departments and patients in the hospital. South Bay Hospital also honored its Frist Volunteer Humanitarian Award Winner, Juanita Moon.
The Frist Humanitarian Award was created in 1971 to honor outstanding individuals for their humanitarian and volunteer activities. Juanita is always willing to offer her assistance and has an excellent rapport with the many groups served by our hospital including patients, physicians, employees, families and vendors. When not volunteering at South Bay Hospital she can be found in the community assisting her neighbors. If she hears of anyone doing without cloths or food she is the first to provide it for them. Juanita is the “Grandmother” of the neighborhood. She truly exemplifies the humanitarian spirit. For more information on volunteering at South Bay Hospital, please call Paula Hange at 813.634.0187. In addition, South Bay Hospital is proud to announce that Benjamin Marquez, MD, has been selected as the 2010 Doctor of the Year. Dr. Marquez, who is a Family/General Practice physician, was chosen through submissions from his peers, hospital employees and volunteers, and members of the community. He is an excellent representative of South Bay Hospital’s medical staff, with nominations citing his medical expertise, compassion, caring and patient advocacy
Doctor of the Year Benjamin P. Marquez M.D.
attributes. He is highly respected among his peers, nurses and other hospital staff. “Dr. Marquez embodies the role of Doctor of the Year through his continuous leadership,
professionalism and effective communication among his health care team,” said Sharon Roush, Chief Executive Officer for South Bay Hospital. “He listens to the patient’s needs, taking the time to address medical concerns that the patients and their family members may have, and has a wonderful bed side manner.” South Bay Hospital congratulates Dr. Marquez on achieving this honor and for his commitment to South Bay Hospital, the staff and the communities served by the hospital. South Bay Hospital is a 112bed, acute care hospital serving Sun City Center, Ruskin, Wimauma, Riverview, Apollo Beach, Gibsonton and the surrounding areas. South Bay offers a wide range of services including general and vascular surgery, urology, cardiology and colorectal surgery.
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33573 is provided by Jim and Nell Taze from items submitted to them for publication. To submit events for future publication, send them by the 15th of the previous month. In addition to information about the event, it should contain cost, or state that it’s Free, and a contact name and/or email address. Limit of 6 lines maximum. Jim and Nell Taze also publish Ads and Events, a weekly e-mail containing information about what’s happening in 33573. Your event will also appear in the weekly Ads and Events e-mail. Send all events by e-mail to scfreeads@ tampabay.rr.com. You only need to submit your Event one time each month for it to appear in both News of Kings Point and SCC Ads and Events. SUN. AUG 1 – SINGLES SOCIAL DANCE CLUB 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. Florida Room, Atrium Bldg. Central CA Campus. Members $3; Nonmembers $5.00. Info: Janet 633.3558 or Bobbie 215.7127. Music by Thor Stevens. BYOB, snacks, water and ice provided. Proper dress required. MON. AUG 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 – WEIGHT WATCHERS MEET 1:30 p.m. Weigh In. 2:00 Meeting Starts. St Andrew Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb E. Meeting discount offered for those 65 and older. Check out a meeting for free at any time. Go to www.Weightwatchers.com or call 1.800.651.6000 for additional information. Weight Watchers meets every Monday… same time…same place. MON. AUG 2 – TICKETS GO ON SALE FOR HERALDS OF HARMONY 9:00 –Noon, Community Association Office. $15/person in advance or $18 at the door. Reserved seats. Open to public. Info: Judy 642.2001. The Tampa Bay Heralds of Harmony Championship 50-man Show Chorus (plus Ladybug, a women’s quartet and recent Florida medalist) will perform at the Community Hall, Sun. Sep 19 at 2:30- 4:30. MON. AUG 2 – TICKETS GO ON SALE FOR ADVENTURES IN AMERICAN JAZZ 9:00 – Noon, Community Assn. Office. $8/ person in advance or $10 at the door. Reserved seats, Open to public. Info: Judy 642.2001. New and exciting 17-piece professional jazz ensemble (Sarasota Jazz Project) will perform contemporary and classic music from American Songbook: Take the “A” Train, Tapestry in Blue, Just in Time, Polka Dots and Moonbeams. Special vocal tribute to Frank Sinatra..more. Community Hall, Sun. Oct 3, 2:30 – 4:30. MON. AUG 2 – SAT AUG 7 – HOGAN’S GOLF SCHEDULE 9:30 T-time: Mon 2: Diamond Hill $22.00; Wed 4: Summerfield $34.00 + lunch; Fri 6: Buffalo Creek $20.99; Sat 7: SanPiper $25.00 + free sleeve. Contact PWoodii@aol.com for reservation(s). Hogan’s Golf Schedule is listed on a weekly basis. The Hogans is open to SCC and KP residents only. Additional info (membership application, By Laws, detailed schedule) may be had by contacting ArtSwallow@aol.com or visit http://hogans-golf.com. MON. AUG 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 – LIFE CONCERNS SUPPORT GROUP 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. Homewood Residence, 3810 Galen Court, Library across from the elevator on the 2nd Floor. Free. Info: Frank Koebrich 642.0773. Our purpose is to help you resolve your worries, fears, problems and frustrations be they personal, with children, family
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or friends by sharing with others and receiving support. All are welcome, in full confidence. Come join us and experience the enrichment and healing that so many have enjoyed. Meets EVERY Monday. MON. – FRI. AUG 2 – 6 –HIGH SEAS EXPEDITION VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. St. John the Divine Episcopal Church, 1015 E. Del Webb Blvd. SCC.. There is no charge to attend. Info: or to register 813.645.1521. For youth entering 6th grade and higher. Program begins with dinner and features Bible-learning, crafts, music, games and a mission project. There is a separate Vacation Bible School for different ages at each St. John the Divine Episcopal Church. TUE. AUG 3 – SERENITY MEADOWS SEMINAR 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Aston Gardens, 1311 Aston Gardens Ct. FREE. RSVP to 813.642.8950. Come and learn at this great workshop. “Why EVEREYONE should prepare and make early decisions to make it easy for loved ones to deal with end of life events.” TUE. AUG 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 – LAUGHTER YOGA 10:00 a.m. the Chakra Center, 137 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Suggest $5 donation. Info: 813.633.9400 or 904.687.6972. Laugh your way to better health. LY improves circulation, reduces pain, promotes healing, improves your brain function, and helps you sleep better. No experience or physical ability necessary. The best, most complete workout you can get while sitting in chair. You must experience it to believe it. Laughter is the best medicine. TUE. AUG 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 – CHAIR YOGA 10:30 a.m. the Chakra Center, 137 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Suggest $5 donation. Info: 813.633.9400 or Velora at 904.687.6972. Immediately following Laughter Yoga will be a 30 minute chair yoga class of gentle stretching and breathing. Everyone and all abilities are encouraged to attend. TUE. AUG 3 – DISCOVERY UNIVERSITY 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. Aston Gardens, 231 Courtyards Blvd. FREE. RSVP 813.642.8950. Speaker, Professor Phil Leto III, will give an educational seminar on History and Politics in the USA. This month’s topic is “Thomas Jefferson and the Louisiana Purchase, How the 3rd President changed the course of America’s history and growth.” Refreshments will be served. WED. AUG 4 – MOAA AUGUST LUNCHEON TO FEATURE YVONNE MARRONE 11:00 a.m. Florida Room in SCC Atrium Bldg, Central CA Campus. Reservations ($14.00) should be made by calling 1.877.332.3016 no later than the Sun. prior to the Wed. meeting. The Military Officers of America meeting will feature Yvonne Marrone, a Volunteer Recruiter and Community Outreach Coordinator for the Hillsborough County Guardian Ad Litem Program, Which represents children who are abused, neglected or abandoned. WED. AUG 4 – SCC STROKE SUPPORT GROUP MEETS 1:00 p.m. East/West room of KP Clubhouse. FREE. Info: Kim McKell, RN, MSN 634.0249. This month’s presentation features guest speakers Heather Smith, physical therapist and Terry Korhorn, OT/R, occupational therapist at South Bay Hospital. This social, informative group is open to all stroke survivors, caregivers, guests, and anyone interested in learning about stroke, now called “brain attack.” Refreshments served, Reservations not required. Meets 1st Wed. WED. AUG 4 – BALANCE AND FALL PREVENTION PROGRAM, SCREENING 2:00 p.m. Kings Point Clubhouse in Banquet Room. FREE. No reservations needed. Public invited. DIZZY? UNSTEADY? AFRAID OF FALLING? The Balance program is returning to Kings Point! VRT Healthcare (The Balance Program) is teaming up with Sun City to help keep you on your feet. If you are starting to have some problems with your balance, you really need to be at this informative and fun program. You don’t want to miss it. Refreshments served. WED. AUG 4, 11, 18, 25 - FRONT PORCH PICKEERS MEET 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Heritage and Armstrong Rooms, Atrium Bldg. Central CA Campus. We meet year round. If you play the guitar, ukulele, mandolin, bass, dobro, fiddle or banjo come visit us. We also love an audience. Info: David 633-6739 or Sally 633-1379. WED. AUG 4, 18 LIFE AFTER LOSS BEREAVEMENT GROUP2:30 – 3:30 p.m. United Community Church, Church Chapel. Info: Cora 813.634.1654 or Mitzi 813.938.4955. A new group has been formed to help those who have recently lost a loved one or are having difficulty coping or adjusting to life on their own. The group will be led by Cora Ruff, PhD, RN and Mitzi Campbell. Meets every 1st and 3rd Wed.
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THU. AUG 5, 12, 19, 26 – WEIGHT WATCHERS MEET 8:00 and 9:30 a.m. United Community Church, 1501 La Jolla. For info email Sandy at samt1995 @yahoo.com. Join for $1. Check out our great summer sales and drawings! Weight Watchers meets every Thu. THU. AUG 5, 12, 19, 26 SCC ORGAN & KEYBOARD CLUB GROUP LESSON 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Every Thu. Armstrong Room, Atrium Bldg. Central CA Campus. Each class cost $3.00 payable at the door and you learn 2 songs each lesson. It is a group lesson with teacher and music provided that is yours to keep, learn, and practice. Info: Bob Mulcahy 813.633.4628. SCC and KP residents only. Learning music is a good stimulant for your mind and is a good way to relax with new friends that have music in common. THU. AUG 5 – ESTATE PLANNING SEMINAR Number 2 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Trinity Baptist Church. There is no charge. Please call 634.4228 to register. This will be a three remaining session seminar: Among the topics covered are: Aug 5-Titling Property/ Avoiding Probate, Aug 12-Understanding Trusts, and Aug 19-Avoiding Taxes/Estate Taxes. A Financial Seminar being conducted by Spencer Faircloth, a church member who is a retired Sun Trust Bank Trust Officer. Guest speaker, Attorney Joseph F. Pippen, Jr. THU. AUG 5, 12, 19, 26 – THURSDAY NIGHT PARTNERS BRIDGE Arrive by 6:30 p.m. Play begins promptly at 7:00 p.m. Horizon Bridge Room, Atrium Bldg. Central CA Campus. 50c per person and all winners receive a cash prize. Please call Pat Nolle at 642.9280 if you have questions. Open to all bridge players in SCC and KP every Thu night throughout the year (unless CA Board closes Horizon Room for a holiday). All players must bring a partner (of either sex). FRI. AUG 5 – RECEPTION FOR TALENTED MEMBERS of SOUTHSHORE ARTS COUNCIL 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. SouthShore Regional Library, 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin. Joining is easy: print out the application on the website www. southshoreartscouncil.com and drop it in the mail with a $25.00 check (annual dues). Info: Pete Smith 813.215.6535 He will receive paintings on Aug 1 from noon to 3 p.m. Talented members will display their paintings during Aug. The works can be in any media but must be a current member of the group. SAT. AUG 7 – JEWELRY MAKING CLASSES WITH GERI 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. The Courtyards, 231 Courtyards Blvd. Free. LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE! Must RSVP to 813.642.8950. Always wanted to know how that favorite piece of jewelry was made? Well now you can learn how to make your own. Refreshments provided. FRI. AUG 6 – SCC ASTRONOMY CLUB MEETS 11:00 a.m. Armstrong Room of the Atrium Bldg. across from the new Maintenance Bldg. N CA Campus. For more info, call 634.5075. Astronomy Club meets the 1st Friday of each month. SAT. AUG 7 – BACK TO SCHOOL – BACK TO NATURE 9:0 a.m. – Noon. Camp Bayou outdoor Learning Center (3 mi. S of SR 674 at end of 24th St. SE, Ruskin) FREE. Info: Dolly at 813.363.5438 or campbayou@yahoo.com Registration is required. Free Hands-on nature activities: water insects, ant lion Safari, Enviro-jeopardy, fossil fun, litter game, fire IQ, etc. Also Free School supplies at each activity station: pencils, pens, spiral notebook, loose-leaf paper, ruler, eraser, PLUS Raffle for backpacks, gifts, etc. MON. AUG 9 to SAT AUG 14 – HOGAN’S GOLF SCHEDULE 9:30 T-time: Tue 10: Apollo Beach $25.00; Thu 12th: Renaissance $30.00 + free sleeve; Sat 14th SandPiper $25.00 + free sleeve. Contact PWoodii@aol.com for reservation(s). Hogan’s Golf Schedule is listed on a weekly basis. The Hogans is open to SCC and KP residents only. Members hold impromptu pizza parties and the like, on occasion. MON. AUG 9 – TAMPA BAY AFFILIATE OF VOICE OF THE FAITHFUL MEETS 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Our Lady of Guadalupe Mission, 16550 S. Hwy 301, Wimauma (Across Hwy 301 from Copper Penny Restaurant). FREE. Info: 633.8780 or suzannelynch3@verizon.net. Our 8th year. Meeting will continue discussion re: Sexual Abuse, Financial Mishandling. All interested people are welcome, bring a friend. TUE. AUG 10, 24 – SOUTH SHORE TOASTMASTERS CLUB MEETS 9:30 – 11:15 a.m. Trinity Baptist Church, Social Room (west side of church) corner of SCC Blvd. and Del Webb blvd. W. No charge. Info: Russ Kevala 813.484.8333 or Bill Hodges 813.633.1523 or come to the meeting, meet our friendly members and see for yourself how a meeting is conducted. Toastmasters meetings provide the 33573 Continued on Page 14
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33573 From Page 13 tools and experience for effective communications in community service, business, professional and family activities. TUE. AUG 10 – DISCOVERY UNIVERSITY 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. . Aston Gardens SCC, 1311 Aston Gardens Ct. FREE. RSVP 813.642.8950. Speaker, Professor Phil Leto III, will give an educational seminar on History and Politics in the USA. This month’s topic is “Thomas Jefferson and the Louisiana Purchase, How the 3rd President changed the course of America’s history and growth.” Refreshments will be served. TUE. AUG 10 – COOKING WITH “OUR” CHEF 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Aston Gardens, 231 Courtyards Blvd. FREE. RSVP to 813.642.8950. Each month our Chef will demonstrate new cooking techniques and make new recipes to try and taste. TUE. AUG 10 – FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP – MANAGING YOUR STRESS 3:00 p.m. Homewood Residence, 3910 Galen Ct. 2nd Floor. FREE. Info: Bev 813.633.4340. Care giving doesn’t take the summer off! Can’t remember when you last sat down to read the paper or went to lunch with friends? Come to our Family Caregiver Support Group and let’s talk. Caregivers stress is a serious condition. Kay Coburn Dyer, a professional Geriatric Care Manager with both professional and personal experience will facilitate. Light Refreshments. TUE. AUG 10 – SUN CITY CENTER PHOTO CLUB MEETS 6:30 p.m. Tutorial presenting tips and techniques of the new Photoshop CS5. 7:00 p.m. short business meeting. Caper Room, Atrium Bldg. SCC CA Campus. Dues for the 2010 year $20 per person or $30 per household couple. Info: http:// www.photoclubscc.com. A panel of experts, Matt Batt, Rolf Sulzberger, and Doug Moore will help all levels of photographers. There will be ample time for questions and the experts will be available after the meeting with individuals. WED. AUG 11 – KINGS POINT ROD and REEL CLUB MEETS 7:00 p.m. Kings Point Clubhouse Craft Room. Info: email kpfishingclub@gmail. com. Rod and Reel members meet the second Wed. of the month. THU. AUG 12 – ELDER LAW ATTORNEY LAURIE O’HALL 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Sun Towers, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. FREE. Please RSVP to Sun Towers 813.634.3347 prior to 8.10.10. Elder Law attorney, Laurie O’Hall will discuss the importance of having basic estate planning documents in place, such as a durable power of attorney and health care surrogate directive, and how these documents can help your family save time and money if you become incapacitated. Refreshments will be served. THU. AUG 12 – FROSTED BREW and SIZZLING BRATS – FOR NEWCOMERS ONLY 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Aston Gardens, 1311 Aston Gardens Ct. FREE – NEWCOMERS ONLY. LIMITED AVAILABILITY MUST RSVP to 813.642.8950. What a way to have a first time look at Aston Gardens at Sun City Center! Come and enjoy the fun and excitement without ambassadors and staff. Learn why Aston Gardens is a LIFESTYLE, not a need. THU. AUG 12 – ESTATE PLANNING SEMINAR Number 3 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Trinity Baptist Church. There is no charge. Please call 634.4228 to register. This will be a two remaining session seminar: Among the topics covered are: Aug 12-Understanding Trusts, and Aug 19-Avoiding Taxes/Estate Taxes. A Financial Seminar being conducted by Spencer Faircloth, a church member who is a retired Sun Trust Bank Trust Officer. Guest speaker, Attorney Joseph F. Pippen, Jr.
THU. AUG 12 – SOUTH BAY HOSPITAL EDUCATION SEMINAR 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. Aston Gardens, 1311 Aston Gardens Ct. FREE. RSVP 813.642.8950. Aston Gardens at Sun City Center presents a monthly education Seminar with South Bay Hospital. The 2nd Thu. Of each month for 2010 will bring you a new topic and new experts to meet from South Bay Hospital. This month’s topic is “Cancer Prevention.” Our speaker this month is a “Specialist in this field.” FRI. AUG 13 – WOMEN WITH CANCER CONCERNS MEET 1:00 p.m. United Community Church, 1301 La Jolla Ave. Info: contact Meeting Facilitator, Hazel Martin 813.642.9020. We have an excellent speaker from Moffitt Cancer Center. FRI. AUG 13 – LAFF*A*LOT CONNECTION 1:30 p.m. Heritage Room, Atrium Bldg. Central CA Campus. Info Helen 813.401.9901 (voicemail). Meets every 2nd Fri all 12 months. Never any dues and all SCC and KP welcome. If you can’t tell jokes, just come and have light refreshments and meet some new friends. If you have gotten something funny on the Internet, come and READ it to us. Laughter is like free medicine. It gets those jolly-juices going in our brain and helps you feel better about yourself and life in general. Prizes. FRI. AUG 13 – PIANO CONCERT PEFORMANCE 3:00 p.m. Aston Gardens, 1311 Aston Gardens Ct. FREE. RSVP 813.642.8950. Come and enjoy a relaxing Friday afternoon by listening to the smooth melodies of Manuel and then afterwards you can enjoy a cocktail in our Bar. FRI. AUG 13 – SOUTH SHORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA to PERFORM FREE CONCERTS 7:00 p.m. United Methodist Church, 1210 Del Webb Blvd. FREE, but reservations on a first come basis: 813.667.7776 or info@thessso. org. (Include name, number of tickets…max 4…phone number of email address.) Concert will include: Joseph Haydn’s powerful London Symphony #104, Morton Gould’s jazzy Symphonette no. 2, orchestra version of Rhosymedre, Blue Danube Waltz and Rodgers and Hammerstein medley. Vocalist Kathy Straub. SAT. AUG 14 – ACADEMY OF BALLROOM DANCE 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. Community Hall, Central CA Campus. Members free, guests $5.00. Info: Charlie Brown 813.642.9817. Coffee, cookies and door prizes at Intermission. Dressy casual, BYOB. EVERYONE is welcome. This dance was originally scheduled for August 7. There will be no lesson prior to the dance this month. SAT. AUG 14 – SINGLES MINGLE DANCE CLUB 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. Studio Hall, Kings Point North Clubhouse. $3.00 Members; $5.00 Non-members. Info: Jeannette 534.5560. Music by Al Forman. BYOB. Proper dress. SUN. AUG 15 – SCC MONTHLY GOLF SCRAMBLE 8:00 a.m. and will be a shotgun start. Sandpiper. $2.00 per person entry fee. Call Chuck Roth 642.0679 or Tim Broad 476-3707 a week prior to the event. All monies paid in cash. All singles and couples welcome. SUN. AUG 15 – OLDIES BUT GOODIES MEMBERS BEACH PARTY 6:30 p.m. Community Hall, S. CA Campus. Club members are free and others pay $5.00 at the door. Please call Barb at 633.5649 for more info, or if you haven’t already made your reservations. Hot dogs, chips and cookies will be served. The dress is “beach casual.” BYOB. Everyone welcome. SUN. AUG 15 – SINGLES SOCIAL DANCE CLUB 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. Florida Room, Atrium Bldg. Central
CA Campus. Members $3; Nonmembers $5.00. Info: Janet 633.3558 or Bobbie 215.7127. Music by Thor Stevens. BYOB, snacks, water and ice provided. Proper dress required. MON. AUG 16 to SAT. Aug 21 – HOGAN’S GOLF SCHEDULE 9:30 T-time: Wed 18th Buffalo Creek $20.99; Fri 20th Imperial Lakewoods $26.63; Sat 21st SandPiper $25.00 + free sleeve. Contact PWoodii@aol. com for reservation(s). Hogan’s Golf Schedule is listed on a weekly basis. The Hogans is open to SCC and KP residents only. The schedules are published for Nov – Apr and for May – Oct. Greens fees have been negotiated with the course to provide for the best price available and to provide reliable tee-times. MON. AUG 16 – NEW TECHNOLOGY RESOLVING CHRONIC PAIN 10:00 a.m. Kings Point Clubhouse South Social Room. Admission is Free. Info: Ed Leary 813.383.7594. Paul and Lillie Weisbart inventors will share their wisdom on The Scalar Wave Laser Technology. Quantum mystics and inventors conduct seminars and workshops all over the planet, guiding people to clear their stress, tension, disease, cellular memory and polarity in order to help activate the new quantum state of wellness, rejuvenation, etc. TUE. AUG 17 – PROFESSIONAL NETWORKING BREAKFAST 7:30 – 9:00 a.m. The Courtyards, 231 Courtyards Blvd. FREE. RSVP 813.642.8950. Please attend our monthly Professional Networking meeting. Held the 3rd Tue. Of every month. This month we are going to experience FUN Networking and build relationships. FOR PROFESSIONALS ONLY!
TUE. AUG 17 – BALANCE TRAINING AND REHAB LECTURE 10:00 a.m. St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb Blvd. W will be having a lecture on Balance Training and Rehab by Toni Matice from Innovative Senior Care. A physical therapist will be present to do balance evaluations and some balance training. Free cholesterol screening and sugar checks will be offered and blood pressure monitoring will also be available. TUE. AUG 17 – HANDICAPPED CLUB 1:00 p.m. Cypress Creek Golf Course and “just talk.” Info: Don 642.9116. Open to all handicapped individuals and/or their caregivers. We are a social club who meet once a month for lunch. A small, intimate group. Come join us. TUE. AUG 17 – DISCOVERY UNIVERSITY 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. Aston Gardens, 231 Courtyards Blvd. FREE. RSVP 813.642.8950. Speaker, Professor Phil Leto III, will give an educational seminar on History and Politics in the USA. This month’s topic is “Andrew Jackson’s Democracy for the Common Man, from Orphaned childhood to heroic general, meet the 1st “common” man to become President. Refreshments served. TUE. AUG 17 – BAYSHORE GERIATRIC SOLUTIONS RE: ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. Sun Towers, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. FREE. Please RSVP to Sun Towers 813.634.3347 prior to 8.15.10. Join Katie Colwell Williams, MA, CMC from Bayshore Geriatric Solutions, Inc. for our first Alzheimer’s support group. If you or a loved one is suffering from Alzheimer’s or Dementia and you’re not quite sure where to turn for help, Katie will be here to provide those resources. Refreshments will be served. 33573 Continued on Page 15
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33573 From Page 14 WED. AUG 18 – JEWELRY MAKING CLASSES WITH GERI 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. The Courtyards, 231 Courtyards Blvd. Free. LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE! Must RSVP to 813.642.8950. Always wanted to know how that favorite piece of jewelry was made? Well now you can learn how to make your own. Refreshments provided. THU. AUG 19 – ESTATE PLANNING SEMINAR Number 4 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Trinity Baptist Church. There is no charge. Please call 634.4228 to register. This is the last seminar in their series. The topic covered is: Avoiding Taxes/ Estate Taxes. A Financial Seminar being conducted by Spencer Faircloth, a church member who is a retired Sun Trust Bank Trust Officer. Guest speaker, Attorney Joseph F. Pippen, Jr. MON. AUG 23 to SAT AUG 28 – HOGAN’S GOLF SCHEDULE 9:30 T-time: Tue 24th Apollo Beach $25.00; Thu 26th Riverside $18.00; Sat 28th SandPiper $25.00 + free sleeve. Contact PWoodii@aol. com for reservation(s). Hogan’s Golf Schedule is listed on a weekly basis. The Hogans is open to SCC and KP residents only. The USGA handicap indexing system levels the playing field among the golfers. In 2010 the Club will be playing various weekdays and Saturdays at various public and WCI courses. TUE. AUG 24 – DISCOVERY UNIVERSITY 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Aston Gardens, 1311 Aston Gardens Ct. FREE. RSVP 813.642.8950. Speaker, Professor Phil Leto III, will give an educational seminar on History and Politics in the USA. This month’s topic is “Andrew Jackson’s Democracy for the Common Man, from Orphaned childhood to heroic general, meet the 1st “common” man to become President. Refreshments will be served. WED. AUG 25 – ALZHEIMER’S/ CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. The Inn at the Courtyards, 255 Courtyards Blvd. FREE. RSVP 813. 634.4497. If you have a loved one with Alzheimer’s/ Dementia you will want to attend this very educational meeting. Learn how to deal and cope with Alzheimer’s from others who are in the same position as you. WED. AUG 25 – WINE AND CHEESE SOCIAL 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Sun Towers, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. FREE. Be sure to RSVP to Sun Towers 813.634.3347 prior to 8.23.10. You are cordially invited to a complimentary Wine and Cheese Social in our lovely main dining room. WED. AUG 25 – HOMESELLERS ASSISTANCE SEMINAR 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Aston Gardens, 1311 Aston Gardens Ct. FREE. RSVP 813.642.8950. Aston Gardens is presenting this great seminar on troubleshooting the economy while selling or buying a house. The seminar consists of 5-6 professionals who will discuss topics such as: Housing market and where it stands, Relocation process and why it’s time to move, Property Appraisals and much more. THU. AUG 26 – DISCUSSION ON “THE SPINE” 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Sun Towers, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. FREE. Please RSVP to Sun Towers 813.634.3347 prior to 8.24.10. Join Donna Saatman, MD, Neurosurgeon, for an informative discussion on “The Spine.” Brought to you by South Bay Hospital. Refreshments served. THU. AUG 26 – SUPPORT GROUP FOR THOSE SUFFERING FROM DEPRESSION 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. Sun Towers, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. FREE. Please RSVP to Sun Towers 813.634.3347 prior to 8.24.10. Edmond Dubreuil MSW, RCSWI mental health professional
will join us as we begin our first support group for those suffering from depression, loss or grief or are the caregiver for someone facing those issues. Pull up a chair in our comfortable lounge and share with others in your situation. Refreshments will be served. THU. AUG 26 – MOONGLOW DANCE CLUB DANCE 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. Community Hall, S. CA Campus. Members Free. $5.00 guests. Info: Claire 642.0171, President. BYOB. Attire: Dressy, Singles Welcome. Music by Mario DeLeon. Everyone in KP and SCC is invited. FRI. AUG 27 – NATIONAL “DOG” DAY PARADE 1:30 p.m. Aston Gardens, 1311 Aston Gardens Blvd. FREE. To Register you and your DOG please call 813.642.8950. Aston Gardens is a pet friendly community and we love to Celebrate it! Bring your furry friend of the family who loves to bark and howl! Dress them up and march them around to WIN a prize! This is the amateur Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show! SAT. AUG 28 – WAR VETERANSMOWW INTERVIEWS for LIBRARY of CONGRESS 10:00 a.m. Florida Room at Atrium, Central CA Campus. FREE. Info: contact Gordon Bassett 642.0691, Richard Wallace 642.0212 or Ken Barringer 633.8490. Interviews will continue every 4th Saturday. The Military Order of the World Wars (MOWW) conducts interviews for Library of Congress Veterans History Project to preserve the military veteran’s record for perpetuity at its American Folklife Center. Bob Swing is the videographer, editor and DVD publisher. SAT. AUG 28 – ADVANTAGE CRUISES & TOURS, MEETS 10:00 a.m. Card Room of the Main Club House at Kings Point. $15.00 per person to join includes nametag, monthly meeting and mailing (also to your Summer residence). Info: 1.866.824.1613. Club will meet every 4th Sat and be offering day trips, multi-day bus tours, and cruises. All club trips are fully escorted. Also, non-escorted, but great value, cruise deals available. SUN. AUG 29 – SUMMER CHOIR REHEARSALS 9:15 a.m. Rehearsal Room United Community Church, 1501 La Jolla Ave. Info: Tara Swartzbaugh, Director of Music 813.835.8206. An opportunity for anyone who always wanted to sing in a group or Church Choir. There are no tryouts, auditions, just a desire to sing. Just show up. There will be a short rehearsal and then you will be a part of the Choir for a day, or longer if you really like it. The Community is invited. MON. AUG 30 – SAT SEP 4 – HOGAN’S GOLF SCHEDULE 9:30 T-time: Wed 1st Summerfield $34.00 + lunch; Fri 3rd buffalo Creek $20.99; Sat 4th SandPiper $25.00 + free sleeve. Contact PWoodii@aol. com for reservation(s). Hogan’s Golf Schedule is listed on a weekly basis. The Hogans is open to SCC and KP residents only. Additional info (membership application, By Laws, detailed schedule) may be had by contacting ArtSwallow@ aol.com or visit http://hogans-golf. com. TUE. AUG 31 – LATEST INNOVATIONS in JOINT REPLACEMENT SURGERY 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Sun Towers, 101 Trinity Lakes Dr. FREE. Please RSVP to Sun Towers 813.634.3347 prior to 8.29.10. Edward Stolarski, MD. An International Surgeon Educator for the Anterior Approach “The Latest Innovation in Joint Replacement Surgery.” Edward Stolarski, MD a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon, is an industry leader and developer of new approaches, specializing in hi and knee replacements with a focus on rapid recovery. Refreshments will be served.
WED. SEP 1 – HEARING LOSS ASSN OF SCC MEETS 9:30 a.m. St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb Blvd. W. Contact Richard Herrig at rhmann@ tampabay.rr.com or Barbara Riley at 634.1706. My Experience with Hearing Loss from Hearing Aids to Cochlear Implants will be shared by Scott Rinehart, Southeast Network Manager, Cochlear Americas, Inc. CART (captioning) provided by Tess Crowder, Communication Access, Inc. WED. Sep 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 – ST. JOHN THE DIVINE MORNING PRAYER & HEALING SVC. 10:00 a.m. St. John the Divine Episcopal Church, Ruskin West Campus, corner of 9th St. and Hwy 674. The Community is Welcome. Info: church office 645.1521. There will be prayers of healing for those in need of prayer. The service will be led by a Prayer Team consisting of members of St. John the Divine and occasional guest from other ministries. Please come and support this very important ministry and invite others whom you know night be in need of prayer. WED. SEP 1 – SCC STROKE SUPPORT GROUP MEETS 1:00 p.m. East/West room of KP Clubhouse. FREE. Info: Kim McKell, RN, MSN 634.0249.
Open to all residents of KP and SCC and their guests. Refreshments served, Reservations not required. Meets every 1st Wed. Speaker to be announced. WED. SEP 1, 8. 15, 22, 29 - FRONT PORCH PICKEERS MEET 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Heritage and Armstrong Rooms, Atrium Bldg. Central CA Campus. We meet year round. If you play the guitar, ukulele, mandolin, bass, dobro, fiddle or banjo come visit us. We also love an audience. Info: David 633-6739 or Sally 633-1379. WED. SEP 1, 15 - LIFE AFTER LOSS BEREAVEMENT GROUP 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. United Community Church, Church Chapel. Info: Cora 813.634.1654 or Mitzi 813.938.4955. A new group has been formed to help those who have recently lost a loved one or are having difficulty coping or adjusting to life on their own. The group will be led by Cora Ruff, PhD, RN and Mitzi Campbell. Meets every 1st and 3rd Wed. THU. SEP 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 – WEIGHT WATCHERS MEET 8:00 and 9:30 a.m. United Community Church, 1501 La Jolla. For info email Sandy at samt1995@ yahoo.com. Join for $1. Check 33573 Continued on Page 16
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33573 From Page 15 all winners receive a cash prize. Please call Pat Nolle at 642.9280 if you have questions. Open to all bridge players in SCC and KP every Thu night throughout the year (unless CA Board closes Horizon Room for a holiday). All players must bring a partner (of either sex). FRI. SEP 3 –SCC ASTRONOMY CLUB MEETS 11:00 a.m. Armstrong Room of the Atrium Bldg. across from the new Maintenance Bldg. N CA Campus. For more info, call 634.5075. Astronomy Club meets the 1st Friday of each month. SAT. SEP 4 and SUN. SEP 5 – PLACE YOUR SHARE ORDERS Sat 4: 5:00 p.m. & Sun 5: 9:30 – 10:30 and 12:00 Noon. United Methodist Church, 1210 Del Webb Blvd. W. Info: NOW ONLINE: http:// shareflorida.org. Or call Doni Pruitt 642.0977. Half price groceries with interdenominational volunteers
out our great summer sales and drawings! Weight Watchers meets every Thu. THU. SEP 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - SCC ORGAN & KEYBOARD CLUB GROUP LESSON 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Every Thu. Armstrong Room, Atrium Bldg. Central CA Campus. Each class cost $3.00 payable at the door and you learn 2 songs each lesson. It is a group lesson with teacher and music provided that is yours to keep, learn, and practice. Info: Bob Mulcahy 813.633.4628. SCC and KP residents only. Learning music is a good stimulant for your mind and is a good way to relax with new friends that have music in common. THU. SEP 2, 9,16, 23, 30 – THURSDAY NIGHT PARTNERS BRIDGE Arrive by 6:30 p.m. Play begins promptly at 7:00 p.m. Horizon Bridge Room, Atrium Bldg. Central CA Campus. 50c per person and
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South Florida Museum is Three in One Fun Submitted by Eddie Dixon, photos courtesy of South Florida Museum There is a place not too far away where being a little snooty might earn you some raised eyebrows but being a big Snooty makes you the star of the show. The South Florida Museum is one of the most unique attractions in a state known for stellar entertainment. Of course, any time you get three for the price of one it’s exciting, but when the exhibits are this diverse and compelling, it’s a truly exceptional entertainment value. What’s this about three for one? Well, see, the South Florida Museum is not just a museum; it’s also an aquarium and a planetarium. You get to be history, under the sea and out of this world – all in once place! The South Florida Museum claims to be the “largest natural and cultural history museum on Florida’s Gulf Coast.” Now, the missus and I didn’t bring our measuring tape, but there sure is a lot to see. The museum’s exhibits showcase the history of our beloved Central Florida from the Pleistocene to today. You can see fossil evidence of Florida’s earliest mammals and marine animals and Montague Tallant’s collection of prehistoric archeological artifacts. In addition, the newly opened environmental wing celebrates Florida’s unique ecology and bio-diversity with an interesting exploration of the Pine Uplands and Riverine Galleries. Some of my favorite exhibits cover Central Florida seafaring culture and the Spanish explorations of the New World, including replicas of a 16th century manor house and conquistador Hernando DeSoto’s birthplace. The missus cringed at the descriptions of early 20th century medical practices. Having seen that I’m willing to pay whatever it takes for an MRI or CAT scan! The Parker Manatee Aquarium holds nearly 60,000 gallons of water and three friendly and playful manatees. The biggest draw, and granddaddy (in age) of all captive manatees,
is Snooty, a 62-year-old living legend. Snooty and his tank mates cherish the attention of the spotlight and, in fact, if you have a solid Internet connection, you can view Snooty’s antics online through the Aquarium’s “Snooty Cam.” But Snooty is no mere mascot. He has also participated in vital research that has helped scientists understand a great deal about these gentle giants. In addition to being a fun place to visit, the Aquarium folks work closely with US Fish and Wildlife as a second-stage rehab facility for manatees that have recently received acute care.
The Bishop Planetarium offers several interesting shows and programs that give you a glimpse into the cosmos. “Two Small Pieces of Glass” is a look at the invention and history of the telescope and how it has influenced our world. In “Live Star Talk”, you will learn how to find the stars, planets and constellations visible in our skies. That one ended a little tiff between me and Someone Who Shall Remain Nameless about just exactly “which was which” when we look up at the nighttime stars. Who one? Well, a gentleman never tells. Anyway…the Live Star Talk shows are limited engagements offered on Saturday and Sunday at 2:15 p.m. and on the first
Saturday of each month at 7:00 p.m. “Ultimate Universe” takes visitors on a journey through the cosmos giving you a closeup look at faraway galaxies and our solar system. You whisk through 80 quadrillion miles in the space of a few minutes – much faster than the speed of light. Of course, these are not the only
shows at the Planetarium. They offer stuff for the kids and the young at heart as well as stunning holiday programs. The South Florida Museum and its duo of under the sea and out of this world partners is open January through April and the month of July seven days a week: Mon-Sat from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5:00 p.m. The museum is closed on Mondays in May, June and August-December. The South Florida Museum is located at 201 10th St. W Bradenton, FL 34205. For individual and group rates and more information you can call 941.746.4131 or visit www. southfloridamuseum.org. This is Eddie reminding you to fill your days with happy travels.
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B U L L E T I N UCC Recognizes Good Samaritan Mission
The United Community Church, Sun City Center, selected The Good Samaritan Mission as one of their missions of the month. The Good Samaritan Mission has been ministering to the poor for almost a quarter of a century. They provide food, clothing, and access to health-care providers, emergency and educational assistance and much, much, more. Their goal is to walk along side the needy, teaching, building, and encouraging them to lead healthy, purposeful lives. For ways to volunteer or help you can contact them at 813.634.7136 or visit their website at www.gsmission.org.
PHOTO CREDIT: Hazel Martin Standing Left to right: Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Kathy Champion, Mission Board Secretary Alice Tolley, Southeastern Guide Dogs CEO Titus Herman, and Angel The Guide Dog.
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PHOTO CREDIT: Hazel Martin Standing Left to right: Mission Board Member Beverly Bassette and Good Samaritan Mission Executive Director Reverend William Cruz
Join us for “Novice Bridge” Submitted by John Foster
Want to brush up on your bridge game? The Sun City Center Duplicate Bridge Association has created “Novice Bridge”, a Thursday morning duplicate game for beginning players (0 – 20 master points) that features a half-hour mini-lecture before each game. The lecture and game are open to beginning players from Kings Point and Sun City Center. Single players welcome. Fee: $1.50. There is no charge for those attending the lecture only. Horizon Room Thursdays. Lecture 8:30 a.m. Game begins promptly at 9:00 a.m. and concludes shortly after 11:00 a.m. For more information call John Foster at 813.634.3240.
Meals on Wheels
On July 8th, Meals on Wheels Chairman, Uta Kuhn and CoChair Karen Messina worked on streamlining meal deliveries and other procedures involved with the program. Also in attendance was Marian Smoker from South Bay Hospital. Meals on Wheels is just one of the many community projects for which the GFWC Woman’s Club is responsible. If you’re already a member of the Club, we’re pleased - if not, consider joining - you’ll be glad you did. For information call Nora Nelson at 813.318.1255.? ?
It was a great day when the Mission Board of The United Community Church, 1501 La Jolla Avenue, Sun City Center, presented a gift check to the Southeastern Guide Dogs. Accepting the gift was Lt. Colonel (Ret.) Kathy Champion. Kathy graduated from the “Paws For Patriots” program that serves Veterans with visual impairments. This service is provided free of charge for qualified Veterans. The program receives no funding from the government and relies solely on the contributions from donors like the United Community Church. For further information contact 941.729.5665 or email www.guidedogs.org.
Summer Dance Celebration
The Kings Point Line Dancers are having a summer celebration dance on Wednesday, August 18th from 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. in the Borini Theater at Kings Point. Tickets are $5.51, available at the box office. Open to Kings Point, Sun City Center residents and their guests. BYOB and setups. Wear summer clothing. Call Jan at 813.634.6226 for more information.
Minto Builders Helping to Develop and Beautify Kings Point
In the process of building their newest model homes in the Kings Point community, Minto Builders will be doing some additional work to see that your community looks its best. Regular mowing of Minto-owned vacant lots has already begun. A buffer maintenance program along the south side of SR674 is being developed. In addition an enhancement plan for landscaping at key focal points along SR674, including the entrances to Kings Point and South Pebble Beach, is under development. The main entry sign at SR674 is currently being repainted. New landscape is being added. Model home construction in Kings Point is scheduled to begin in late August to early September, and the first models are set to open for showing late November.
Palmetto Historical Sponsors Free Model Train Social
Palmetto Historical Park and Manatee County Agricultural Museum’s second social of the summer will be a “Model Train Social.” Held over two days on Saturday, August 7th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday, August 8th, from noon to 4:00 pm, this family event is sure to please any train lover. The Florida Garden Railroad Society will be visiting and bringing their model trains. There will be trains to look at and trains to play with; trains inside and trains outside; train crafts, train activities, and train movies! Included will be a Thomas the Tank Engine set-up as well as a Tropicana set-up. There will even be a raffle for a model train offered by the Railroad Society. The members of the Railroad Society love to talk with model train enthusiasts, both young and old. Come visit the park and have a great time! Word of Mouth BBQ will be selling lunches on both days and Alex’s Lemonade Stand will be raising funds for childhood cancer research.
PHOTO CREDIT: Marian Smoker Karen Messina and Uta Kuhn look over some proposed changes to procedures regarding Meals on Wheels.
This family event is FREE! The park is located at 515 10th Ave. West, Palmetto. For more information, call 721.2034 or 723.4991. This event is sponsored by R.B. Chips Shore, Manatee County Clerk of the Circuit Court, Palmetto Historical Commission, Manatee County Agricultural Museum, Inc., & the City of Palmetto.
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B U L L E T I N Introducing HART Flex Shuttle Service
HART Flex is a shuttle/van-based service open to all passengers, not just current paratransit passengers. HART Flex will have all the advantages of a traditional fixed bus route, along with the convenience of curbside pickup. The HART Flex pilot program will take place in South Hillsborough County (Wimauma/ Sun City Center). Service in South Hillsborough is structured as a route with time points, to provide targeted service to major destinations such as La Estancia Apartments, Kings Point, and the Southshore Regional Service Center. The approach will be evaluated for ridership and customer satisfaction, as well as their appropriateness for expansion into new areas (Seffner & Ruskin possible FY 2011.) Service begins April 12, 2010. Hours of operation will be Monday – Friday 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. No weekend service. Fares are 85¢ one way or $1.85 for a 1-Day pass. Customers can request a trip from one week to up to 3 hours before the desired trip time. Customers that book the same trip in the same zone at least three times a week can request subscription service. All valid HART fare media—annual passes or 31-day passes will be accepted. Bilingual reservation services are available during the service’s operating hours. Call 813.449.4555 for reservations and more information.
PHOTO CREDIT: Peggy Kotila L to R are the following: Mary Culliton, Parlimentarian, Janet Cardulla, President, Peggy Person, Recording Secretary, Nell Elliott, President Elect Historia
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August Ballroom Dance Submitted by Charlie and Patti Brown
Saturday, August 14, 2010 (originally scheduled for August 7) at the Community Hall, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Members free, guests $5.00. Coffee, cookies and door prizes at intermission. Dressy casual, BYOB. Everyone welcome! There will be no lesson prior to the dance this month. For more information, call Charlie Brown at 813.642.9817.
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S u b m missions e o P t s u g u A A Golfers Thank You Note To God” By Tod McGinley
The Cavalier: A Lover’s Search By Jeanne Marie Sanczel
Thank you very, very much for this truly wonderful game, Where every hole is a thrilling journey And they are never quite the same. Also thanks for the green, green grass, And all the beautiful trees, that can be seen on every fairway, As we gaze out from the tees. Also thanks for the blue, blue skies, And even the wandering streams, That catch our slicing drives, Interrupting our most ardent dreams. And thanks for the truly great friends, We have played with over the years, Who have shared our greatest games, And understood our occasional tears. Now, one final remark, dear God, About this sport that’s so much fun, Do you think that you could possibly arrange For me to make a hole in one??
Whils’t I wander far and near Through forest glen and hillside dear A dream pervades the endless days, that through this murk, I may once more gaze On thy sweet face my Dear, my Love Guided by the moon above, O, where, beloved, in this starfilled night Hast thou chosen to advance thy flight Could I but hasten to thy side Through hellfire or Eternal strife For a dream fulfilled must I be denied… To kneel at your grave, My Love, my Wife…
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This deal occurred in the quarterfinals of the 1988 Spingold team championship. It features excellent play by Jim Mahaffey, captain of the team that eventually captured the title. Mahaffey held the South cards and reached four hearts on the bidding shown. West led the ace of spades, cashed the ace of clubs and exited with a second club. It appears that declarer must lose two more tricks to West’s
red kings and so go down one. But Mahaffey proceeded to demonstrate that this was not the case. He won the club with dummy’s king, discarding a diamond, and discarded two more diamonds on the K-Q of spades. This brought him to the crossroads. One obvious line of play is to take a finesse in hearts and, if it loses, later try a diamond finesse. As can be seen, this fails as the cards lie. However, Mahaffey had paid close attention to the bidding and therefore adopted an approach designed to protect against West’s holding both missing kings -- a possibility made more likely by West’s vulnerable overcall. At trick six, he ruffed dummy’s last club, then cashed the ace of hearts. When the king did not appear, he continued with a second heart, saddling West with the lead. This left West with two losing choices: He could either return a diamond into South’s A-Q or lead a spade, allowing declarer to ruff in dummy while discarding the queen of diamonds. Either way, the game was home, giving Mahaffey’s team a sizable pickup on the deal. © 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.
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By Samantha Weaver • It was British mathematician, historian and philosopher Bertrand Russell who made the following sage observation: “If there were in the world today any large number of people who desired their own happiness more than they desired the unhappiness of others, we could have paradise in a few years.” • Do you know why camels are artiodactyls, while humans aren’t? It’s because dromedaries have an even number of toes (two) on each foot, while we have an odd number. • According to a poll conducted in the United Kingdom, 80 percent of male college freshmen and sophomores in that country have never done a load of laundry in their lives. • At weddings here in the United States, it is common for the bride to toss her bouquet to determine who will be the next to be married. At weddings in Finland the custom is a bit different, though the outcome is the same: There, the bride traditionally wears a golden crown, and at the reception she is blindfolded and spun around. Then all the single girls in attendance dance around her while the bride, still blindfolded, tries to place the crown on one of them. It’s believed that the lucky girl who ends up wearing
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By Angela Shelf Medearis I’ve found during my years of teaching adults how to cook that the thing they fear most (and ruin most often) is fish. My favorite fish recipe for novice cooks is Italian-Style Salmon cooked in the microwave. The microwave is the perfect way to cook seafood because it works by cooking food from the inside out and also creates steam, which keeps the fish moist. Salmon can be prepared in the microwave in just five minutes! If you’ve been afraid to venture out into the deep, start your voyage with salmon. It’s flavorful, versatile, easy to cook and a healthy source of protein. Salmon is low in mercury and high in omega-3 fatty acids. Eating two to three servings per week of foods rich in omega-3 is a healthy choice. While 80 percent of all of the salmon sold is farm-raised, wild salmon is the best option. A 4-ounce serving of wild salmon provides a full day’s requirement of vitamin D, and more than half of the necessary B-12, niacin and selenium. It’s an excellent source of B-6 and magnesium, too. Omega-3 fats also have been found to help slow cognitive problems such as Alzheimer’s disease and agerelated cognitive decline, and reduce incidences of depression and aggression. Canned salmon has almost the
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same health benefits as fresh, and it’s inexpensive. Canned salmon is typically wild Alaskan salmon that is processed and packaged immediately onsite. Canned salmon also contains large amounts of calcium (due to the bones of the fish, which are soft and easily digestible). Canned salmon is ready to eat and can be used in a variety of dishes from soups to stir-fry. Fresh salmon can be baked, broiled, grilled and pan-fried in 10 minutes or less. This recipe for Italian-Style Microwave Salmon is the perfect dish to conquer your “fear of fish.” Eat more salmon and ride the “wave” this summer by using your microwave to
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get in and out of the kitchen in record time! ITALIAN-STYLE MICROWAVE SALMON You can vary the flavor of this recipe by changing the type of olive oil-based salad dressing you use. Try substituting an Asian, citrus-flavored or honey-mustardbased oil dressing for the Italian dressing to create a flavorful new fish dish! 3 pounds salmon fillets with skin, thawed, washed and patted dry 1 tablespoon poultry seasoning 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 cup Italian salad dressing 1/4 cup diced green or red bell
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peppers (or a combination of both) 1 tablespoon orange juice or lemon juice 1. Season both sides of the fillets with the poultry seasoning, salt and pepper. Place the fillets in a shallow microwave-safe baking dish. Fold and tuck the narrow ends of the filets under to make the pieces uniform in shape. This will help the fish to cook evenly. Place the thickest pieces near the edge of the dish. 2. Using a small bowl, mix together the Italian dressing, bell peppers and orange or lemon juice. Pour dressing mixture over the fillets. Cover with microwavesafe plastic wrap. Fold back a small (1-inch) section of the plastic wrap in the corner of the dish to allow steam to vent. 3. Place a small, microwavesafe saucer, upside down, on the turntable in the microwave. Place the dish containing the fillets on top of the saucer to elevate the dish and ensure that the fish cooks evenly. Microwave for 4 to 5 minutes on High. Fish should be moist and flake easily. Serve immediately. Serves 6. Angela Shelf Medearis is an award-winning children’s author, culinary historian and the author of six cookbooks. Her latest cookbook is “The New AfricanAmerican Kitchen.” She is known as The Kitchen Diva and is the executive producer and host of “The Kitchen Diva!” cooking show on Hulu.com. Visit her Web site at www.divapro.com. © 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.
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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Don’t gnash those pearly whites because you might have to delay your plans. This could give the Lucky Lamb a better perspective of what’s been done, and what still needs doing. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Scoring financial bull’s-eyes is easy for the focused Bovine who knows the ins and outs of the marketplace. But even with your success record, caution is still the watchword. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Watch that tendency to overromanticize a situation that should be given closer scrutiny. Better to be suspicious now and ask for an explanation, or face a sad surprise later. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Bruised self-confidence can make things difficult unless you accept the fact that you have what it takes. Ignore the critics and concentrate on believing in yourself. Good luck. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Congratulations on what you’ve accomplished. But this is no time to curl up for some serious catnapping. Your rivals are probably already working on plans to overtake your lead. VIRGO (August 23 to Sept. 22) Your adventurous side wants to play a more dominant role this week, and you might want to oblige. Try to arrange for some getaway time with that special person. LIBRA (Sept. 23 to October 22) Taking logical approaches to pesky workplace issues can help resolve even long-standing problems. A shift in policy might catch you by surprise. Be alert to signs of change. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov.21) Your kindness and compassion are exactly what are needed in dealing with an awkward situation in the early part of the week. Share the weekend fun with family and friends. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Keeping your focus straight and true is a good way of getting your points across. Save any variations for a later time. The musical arts are important this weekend. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan.19) Reject advice to cut corners in reaching your goal. Better to take a little more time to do the job as you promised. You’ll gain new respect for your honesty and integrity. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb.18) Don’t allow a troublesome situation to grow so big that it will be increasingly difficult to deal with. The sooner you speak up, the sooner everyone will be able to benefit. PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Confronting someone who is making a lot of mistakes could be the kindest thing you can do both for that person and for anyone who could be adversely affected by the errors. (©) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.
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COME ENJOY Refreshments.&.hear about new DAY TRIPS, TOURS plus the latest CRUISE deals you can’t get anywhere else. Guests are always welcome. A $5.00 guest fee will be charged at the door. RATES BETTER THAN WHAT YOU CAN GET FROM THE CRUISE LINE DIRECTLY!
Special Guest:Debbie Meyers, Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines Travel club membership has its Privileges !! See Travel club membership only trips below !!
America’s Got Talent Tour November 7th .........$199.00
Travel to Orlando/Hotel • Visit Downtown Disney • Reserved Premium Seats for America’s Got Talent • Historic Mt. Dora Sightseeing & Shopping • Yahala Bakery & Lakeside Winery Visits
Allure of the Seas Ship Tour ..$129
History In The Making - Will you be there ? This is the largest ship afloat at 223,000 tons! Be the first to see this Magnificent Ship !! Ship tour, hotel overnight, shopping included.
Broadway National Tour ............ $99
Choice of : 9 to 5 - The Musical - Oct 30 • Dreamgirls - Nov 20 • Irvin Berlin’s White Christmas - Dec 4 • Disney’s Beauty & The Beast - Jan 22 • Billy Elliot the Musical - Feb 19 • West Side Story - Mar 5 • Jersey Boys - Apr 16 • Shrek The Musical - May 7 • Hair - May 28
Bermuda Cruise .............$ 499 9 Days/ Free Bus Visit Historic Savannah & Charleston. Cruise 7 days to St George & Hamilton.
Canada/Bermuda to Fl . $999
15 Days/Free Air & Hotels, Montreal, Quebec City, Bar Harbor, Bermuda, Scenic Fall Foliage Train Tour Between Montreal to Quebec City
CANADA
LAND TOURS
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St Augustine ................ $ 249 3 days Historic sightseeing, 6 hr cruise from Jacksonville to St Augustine & More
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St Johns River .............. $ 349
Canada Rail/Sail.............$899
Radio City Christmas .........$ 349
12 Days/FREE Air. CRUISE Boston, Maine, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward. Rail Tour from Quebec to Montreal & Rail tour from Montreal to NYC!
Canada Fall Cruise ...........$899 13 Days/Free Air, Fall Foliage Cruise Montreal, Quebec, Saguenay Fjord, PEI, Nova Scotia, Maine, Boston, Newport, N.Y.
EUROPE
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Norway Fjords & Transatlantic............... $1399
20 Days/Free Air Cruise London to Fla. Bergen & Norwegian Fjords, Shetland & Faroe Islands, Iceland, Nova Scotia Fantastic !!
3 days Historic sightseeing, day cruise from Sanford to Jacksonville, Palatka at St Johns River 3 days Sanibel & Captiva Sightseeing, Ft Myers, Dinner Cruise through Franklin Locks, Edison & Ford Winter Estates Holiday tour.
SMOKIES
FALL..........$599
10 Days/FREE Bus. TIRED OF THE HEAT? This escorted 2010 hub & spoke tour stays 8 days in North Carolina mountains & 1 hotel for FALL FOLIAGE. Fireplace suite, day trips all over the Smokies and most meals. LEISURELY!
HUB
&
SPOKE...........$1799
15 Days/FREE Air. Stay 1 hotel with Breakfast & Dinner daily, sightseeing, escorted. Choices Alpine Oktoberfest, England, Ireland, Tuscany, Switzerland, Italy.
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