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CONTENTS FEBRUARY 2015 • VOL. 15 ISSUE 02

ON THE COVER – Meet lovebirds George and Iris. What’s responsible for bringing these two together in their Senior years? Fate and a German Shepard named Sasha. Learn how their love deﬁed all the odds… including time. PHOTO BY JORDAN ALBRIGHT

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Tapas Recipe Wonders Charity of the Month

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Calendar of Events Crossword Puzzle Theatre Listings

Enjoying Act Three

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Tinseltown Talks

by Nick Thomas

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Jersey Boys The Hit Musical Comes to Gainesville

Embracing Life

by Donna Bonnell

Reading Corner Review by Terri Schlichenmeyer

BY ALEXIA FERNANDEZ

Sailing The Seven Seas Senior Friendly Cruising Options BY MARISA ROSS

Love at Third Sight Soul Mates Find Each Other in Their Sixties BY JORDAN ALBRIGHT

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Happy Valentine’s Day Ah, February, the Month of Love. The month of Valentine’s Day. The month of my birthday, which also just happens to land on Valentine’s Day (please send cards and gifts, Care of Tower Publications, address below). If one is to share a birthday with a holiday, I’m grateful for this one. Being a Valentine’s baby has had its perks. Chocolate. Heart-shaped birthday cakes. Candy. And the typical question: “Is that why you have red hair?” (Although, truth be told, I don’t hear that so much now that my hair has faded). But enough about me and my birthday (which lands on a Saturday this year — money and gift certificates are welcome), since this is February, we have a love story about a couple who found each other in their 60s. They also offer some tips on how they keep their romance alive. Looking for a weekend (or longer?) getaway that doesn’t involve flying or driving for days on end? You might consider going on a cruise. We feature some Senior-friendly cruise options for those who want a getaway on the open ocean. My wife and I have yet to take a cruise, but it’s definitely on our bucket

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list, especially after reading about the available options. Who doesn’t love The Four Seasons? (The band, not the weather.) While working on our story about The Jersey Boys musical coming to Gainesville, I couldn’t help turning on some Four Seasons’ tunes and groovin’ to some Golden Oldies, which is what we used to call music from the ‘50s — at a time when those songs were barely a decade old. Following this line of thinking, Kelly Clarkson’s “Since You’ve Been Gone” — and other tunes from 2005 — would now be considered Golden Oldies, and songs from the ‘50s, well, I don’t know what you’d call them because they’re now over half a century old. Crazy. They’re still Golden Oldies to me. But I digress, as I am wont to do. We trust you will enjoy this issue of Senior Times, and don’t forget to send me lots of presents (I am KIDDING!). And with that I shall leave you with a quote by Charles M. Schulz: “All you need is love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn’t hurt.” s

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Board Silly! The board game Monopoly ﬁrst went on sale in February of 1935. Later, celebrated San Francisco jeweler Sidney Mobell produced the most expensive version of the game. Valued at $2 million, the set features a 23-carat gold board and diamondstudded dice. In 1978, the Neiman Marcus Christmas catalog offered an entirely edible chocolate version of the game priced at $600.

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Mario Andretti FEBRUARY 28, 1940 Mario Andretti, retired Italian American racecar driver, is best known for being the only driver to win the Formula One, Indy 500, and Daytona 500 titles. When he was 15 years old, Andretti’s family fled to America after their hometown Montona, Italy, became part of communist Yugoslavia following World War II. The Andrettis had only $125 to their name and no prior knowledge of the English language. Since coming to America, he has won virtually every level of motorsports, taking the checkered flag 111 times over the course of a career that stretched five decades. Andretti retired from Indy car racing in 1994. Since Years Old then, he has been inducted into multiple halls of fame. The Associated Press also named him “Driver of the Century” in 2000.

A FEW OTHER NOTABLE

February Birthdays

Tom Brokaw

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February 6, 1940

Graham Nash

Steven V. Roberts

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Mamie Van Doren February 6, 1931

Born February 18, 1933, Yoko Ono is a Japanese performer, artist and activist. She is known for her solo work as an avant-garde icon, as well as her collaborations with British musician and Beatles founder John Lennon. Ono is the founder of the Wish Tree participatory art project, which invites viewers to “make a wish. Write it down on a piece of paper. Fold it and tie it around a branch of a Wish Tree. Ask your friends to do the same. Keep wishing until the branches are covered with wishes.”

(72)

February 11, 1943

February 2, 1942 (84)

Michael McDonald

(63)

February 12, 1952

“Tape the sound of friends laughing together. Save it for rainy day.”

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— YOKO ONO

82 Years Old

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COMMUNITY œ ART & CULTURE

50 Anniversary of University Gallery The University Gallery (UG) located on the University of Florida (UF) campus, is celebrating its 50th anniversary. To commemorate this milestone, University Galleries will be hosting a series of exhibitions throughout the year that celebrate the gallery’s history as well as School of Art + Art History alumni. In the spring, four exhibitions will honor the legacy of Roy Craven, the gallery’s founding and longest standing director of 25 years. First up is “UG at 50: The Roy Craven Legacy,” which is currently running through Feb. 27 in University Gallery. The exhibition is free and open to the public. “UG at 50: The Roy Craven Legacy” is guest curated by Roy Hunt, an original member of the Gallery Guild, whose drive gave birth to the Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art and its overall collections direction. This exhibition showcases approximately 50 objects acquired from 1965 to 1988 that were originally in the University Gallery collection and were later transferred to the Harn Museum of Art. The pieces showcase an even representation of mediums, from Indian sculptures to contemporary photographs by some of the leading photographers of our generation. “How exciting it is to see so many old friends back on the walls of the University Gallery where they ﬁrst became part of the Gator Nation,” said Hunt in a recent press release. “We are all indebted to the Harn Museum of Art for the loan of

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these works of art acquired for the University of Florida by the gallery’s founding director, Roy Craven, and transferred to the Harn upon its opening 25 years ago.” University Galleries will host three other complementary exhibitions in its other two galleries, Focus Gallery and Grinter Gallery. “UG at 50: The Making of a Museum,” runs through Feb. 27 in Focus Gallery. It will feature a family tree and timeline designed by Mint Design Studio, a student-run graphic design studio at UF, that further explains the relationship between University Gallery and the Harn Museum of Art. “UG at 50: Roy Craven’s Journey Through South America,” on display now through March 20 in Grinter Gallery, is curated by Roslyn Levy and features a collection of Andean arts and crafts that were part of the original University Gallery collection and are now part of the collection of the Florida Museum of Natural History. “University Gallery at 50: Gallery Beginnings; Window to Latin America,” on display from March 30 through June 12 in Grinter Gallery, is curated by Dr. John F. Scott and features works from the Harn Museum of Art collection. These exhibitions are also free and open to the public. s For more information, please contact the University Gallery at 352273-3000 or visit: arts.uﬂ.edu/university-galleries

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WHO LOVES YOU, BABY?

Jersey Boys The Hit Musical Comes to Gainesville by Alexia Fernandez photography by Joan Marcus

t all started with a sound. The legendary story of four blue-collar kids from New Jersey is coming to Gainesville this month. Jersey Boys is the award-winning musical that tells the story of The Four Seasons, from their struggle to make it to the top to international recognition. The hit musical, which spurned a movie version last year directed by Clint Eastwood, begins its first show at the Phillips Center at the University of Florida on Tuesday, February 24 and runs until March 1. Elizabeth Auer, assistant director of the University of Florida Performing Arts, said she’s seen interest from audience members to see Jersey Boys, but never had the chance to bring it to Gainesville. When the opportunity arose, she snatched it up. “This was the first time that Jersey Boys was coming to our market,” she said. “With a musical this big and this successful, they usually go to bigger communities first.” One of the top attention grabbers of the season for UF Performing Arts, Jersey Boys tells the story of Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi as four boys looking for a way out of a life affiliated with the mafia and blue-collar work. The music of an entire generation, from hits “Sherry,” “Walk Like A Man,” and “Big Girls Don’t

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Cry,” is also used in retelling the origins of the Four Seasons throughout the musical. From Frankie Valli and Tommy DeVito’s fateful meeting in 1954, which led to the creation of the Four Lovers, to the meeting between Valli and Gaudio, the story uses their songs to retell deﬁning moments in the Four Seasons’ career. Barry Anderson portrays Bob Crewe, the man who worked alongside Gaudio in writing hit songs for the group, a role he has played since 2011. “The big demographic audience is the people that grew up with these songs and remember seeing the group,” Anderson said. “Some of these people saw the Four Seasons before they hit it big. They come and get to travel back in time a bit.” A rags-to-riches fairytale set against a 1960s backdrop of harmonization groups and mob bosses, it was Valli’s voice and Gaudio’s songs that made the band exceptional. Gaudio, who wrote most of the Season’s songs with Bob Crewe (“Who Loves You” and “December 1963 (Oh, What a Night)”), met Valli in 1958, while still with his ﬁrst musi-

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cal group, the Royal Teens. Within the ﬁrst act, the audience is introduced to a young Joe Pesci, a friend of Gaudio’s, who introduces him to Valli and the rest of the group. It was a moment that would change their lives forever, with the beginning of a creative partnership between Gaudio and Valli that would last for decades. Gaudio also came up with the idea to create a musical based around the band’s hit singles. Since then, the musical has received four Tony awards. Anderson believes it’s the music that brings people in to the theatre, even for younger generations that are not familiar with Frankie Valli. “It’s a testament to the freshness of it and the appeal of it,” he said. “These songs are 50 years old but it takes place when this group was young and fresh. Of course, young girls are going crazy over that now, it’s timeless as far as that goes.” The story is based on the different perspective of each group member throughout their career, often contradicting each other in versions of events and transitioning between scenes from one perspective to another. seniortimesmagazine.com

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“It’s a reflection of life in general. It reminds you that everyone is coming at their story from their own perspective,” Anderson said. “I think that’s what makes it resonate with people. It’s not glossed over. It is gritty at times, but it’s also hilarious.” The staff at UF Performing Arts also saw that. Since its debut on Broadway in 2005, Auer said they’ve been waiting for the opportunity to bring it to Gainesville. “The profile it had on Broadway was appealing,” Auer said. “It’s great music and it’s a great storyline. Even if you’re not a fan of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, you still enjoy the music.” Tickets went on sale in late June. A total of eight performances will be available at the Phillips Center, with 1,650 seats available per show. Auer, who travels to New York City every year to book shows, hopes the show will appeal to more than one age group. “Our students have a strong diverse interest,” she said. “They love performances and Jersey Boys also gained a profile with the movie last year.” While the lights and costumes are from a different generation, it’s the songs and relationships between friends that live forever. The iconic handshake between Valli and Gaudio takes place within the musical, during a turbulent time for the group. The handshake had a lasting impact, splitting the royalties of the music between its two main members. “I think it’s easy to relate to the four guys and at least see their side of the journey,” Anderson said. “I think that’s what people like, the friendship that is born between Frankie and Bob Gaudio.” The real Frankie Valli still performs and has oversight of Jersey Boys, along with Gaudio, often stopping by rehearsals to see the cast perform. “The fact that this really happened, makes it a truly amazing show,” Anderson said. “It’s hugely fun to be a part of this. It’s great to layer on historical research, then put on a costume. It all comes together in this wonderful way.” s

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Recipe Wonders Valentine’s Day: Red Velvet Cake by Cynthia Wonders Winterrowd

his recipe came to our family well before “Red Velvet Cake” was commonly heard of. Back in the late ‘60s when I moved from home to Northern Illinois University, my mom made friends with the woman who ran the rooming house where I lived. To my mother any type of travel to new areas proved an opportunity for a new recipe, and their conversation soon turned into a recipe swap. That is

Ingredients: 1 box 2 2 Tbsp. Eggs

white cake mix 1 oz. bottles of red food color Nestle Chocolate “Quick” mix (depending on cake mix recipe)

Add: Enough water to make what the cake mix recipe calls for, along with the other ingredients indicated on box.

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how this easy and unique version of Red Velvet Cake came to us, and we have used it every year since. The thing that sets this version apart from others is the frosting recipe. Be sure you try it, because once you do you will never go back to pre-mixed grocery store brands. This frosting is light and luscious — the closest thing to whipped cream without actually being whipped cream. You can make this cake at Christmas as well, however it has traditionally been our Valentine’s cake for more than 40 years — until my son-in-law came along, that is. His birthday is on February 14th, so it has become his birthday cake too.

Method: Follow the regular directions for the cake mix, using only egg whites (separate the yolks and discard or save for another use). Pour the two bottles of red food color into a two-cup measuring cup. Add the Nestle Quick, stir. Add water until you come to the measurement required on the box. Stir to distribute the Quick, then add to the dry cake mix with the other ingredients called for on the box. Bake according to directions. seniortimesmagazine.com

Red Velvet Frosting

Ingredients: 1 stick 1/2 cup 1 cup 3 Tbsp. 2/3 cup 1 Tbsp.

margarine, softened to room temperature white shortening (such as Crisco) white granulated sugar flour milk clear vanilla

Method: Beat and beat and beat with your mixer until sugar granules are almost dissolved. The smooth texture of your frosting will depend upon how patient you are at this step. When you are satisfied with the sugar dissolving, gradually alternate the following, beating after each addition: Three tablespoons regular flour and two-thirds cup of milk with one tablespoon clear vanilla added to the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredient first. Then continue with your mixer until the consistency of smooth whipped cream. Ice your cake and get ready for the compliments once your guests take their first bite of this easy but unforgettable taste experience! The clear vanilla will give a brighter “white” icing, but regular vanilla can be used as well. It will result in an off white or cream-colored icing.

That familiar expression, “Nothing says lovin’ like something from the oven,” is never truer than on Valentine’s Day. This cake, and other recipes, have been making memories and spreading love in our family for generations. Hopefully it will inspire you to do the same. s February 2015

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COLUMN œ ELLIS AMBURN

Enjoying Act Three George DiCaprio

hen I met George DiCaprio, Leonardo’s dad, we quickly progressed to a friendship that is still going strong today, 13 years later. After one of our lunches near his home in Silver Lake, central LA, I wrote in my journal: “George is cool looking with his goatee, like my friend Al Hirschfield [the New York Times’s theatrical cartoonist], and I told him, ‘George, you should be drawn by Hirschfield.’ “He looks up and says, ‘Ellis, you should be drawn by Hirschfield.’” George is always thoughtful, making me feel special. There’s not an ounce of excess ego in him. On that day in 2002 he wore a faded rock ‘n’ roll T-shirt and old sweatpants. I’d decked myself out in Sean John’s $500 velour jogging suit, thinking that fathers of $77-million-ayear superstars dressed that way. “Biking home after lunch,” my journal continues, “I notice he’s not wearing his helmet. He’d left it at the café, and says he’ll go back for it later. “At his sprawling one-story house, we locate [his wife] Peggy in their bedroom, where a big upholstered bed has leopard-print sheets. There’s a display case of spike heels and one extraordinary pair of shoes with high spiral-spring heels. “George takes me into the living room and has me try out his Missionstyle easy chair, where he reads scripts

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submitted to Leo from agents, directors, and studios. They’re stacked a foot high. Since Titanic made Leo No. 1, everyone wants to grab onto the comet’s tail. “From my comfortable chair, I admire some sculptures that look like Remingtons from a distance but are Hungarian. “‘We acquired the original molds and had copper copies made,’ George explains. ‘Leo’s working on his collection, and has some Warhol electric chairs. The Warhol show is opening in LA and Leo wants to go. They let him into a preview with staff. He can’t go to exhibitions with the public without creating a furor.’ “‘Leo was called back for shooting the last scene of “Gangs of New York.” The writing of the last line in the movie was awful. They sent it over to me. “We’ve been uncreative,” [the script has one of the characters say]. Have you ever heard anything so unnatural? People don’t talk that way. I sent it back. Leo changed it to “Now they’re killing all of us.”’ “George relates a funny story about Leo and Adam, Peggy’s son. “‘Adam did a bit of acting but gave it up and now has ﬁnished college. One day Adam came home and told Leo he’d just been to see Dr. [Paul] Fleiss [Heidi Fleiss’s father and the pediatrician who delivered Leo]. Paul told Leo that circumcision deprives one of 15 miles of neural endings. Leo grabbed his forehead and shouted, ‘Oh, no, 15 miles of

neural endings!’ “Peggy joined us, wearing a smart animal-print outfit—tiger stripes. We all clicked, and later George said I could stay with them whenever I liked. I made a mental note to bring Peggy some leopard-print table napkins I’d seen in a Rodeo Drive boutique.” Like me, George had made the counterculture scene in the 1960s. Leo related that Charles Bukowski (“Barfly”), Hubert Selby Jr. (“Last Exit to Brooklyn”), punk-rock pioneer Lou Reed (Warhol’s Velvet Underground), and hippie cartoonist R. Crumb were in and out of the house day and night. George founded Bad-Ass Press and published a comic book he wrote called Baloney Moccasins: A Magazine for the Medieval Mind. His girlfriend Laurie Anderson, the future Ms. Lou Reed, illustrated it, placing her drawing of the U.S. Capitol building on the cover. Reed referred to George’s roommate, slam-bang hard-rock guitarist Sterling Morrison, as “a mythic Irish hero, flames shooting from his nostrils.” Moving to California to work on R. Crumb’s first movie Felix the Cat, George rented an affordable apartment in East LA’s “Syringe Alley,” where his German-American first wife Irmelin gave birth to Leo. A legal secretary, she drove three hours a day to take Leo to good schools far from “Scumsville.” “I was brought up without much money and I was happy,” Leo recalled. “Dad introduced me to artists, and every few months we’d go to some hippie doodah parade.” This was a very easy family to fall in love with. s Ellis Amburn is in the Hall of Excellence at TCU’s Schieffer School of Journalism. Involved daily in volunteer community service, the High Springs resident is the author of biographies of Roy Orbison, Elizabeth Taylor and others. ellis.amburn@gmail.com.

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Sailing The Seven Seas Senior Friendly Cruising Options

By Marisa Ross

ou’ve already seen the Leaning Tower of Pisa ﬁve times, the turquoise waters of Cozumel are crawling with tipsy 20-somethings, and strenuous itineraries aren’t exactly what you’d consider appealing anymore. For those seeking relaxation and recreation through travel, a cruise is a convenient and affordable choice — but those popular among younger guests aren’t always ideal for everyone. If you’re a seasoned cruiser or an older explorer of the Seven Seas, you may have specialized interests and needs that could affect your experience both on- and off-board. You may feel your options are physically limited or you’ve been there and done that, but don’t fret. Perhaps it’s just time to rethink how you cruise and who you cruise with. For versatile routes with impressive services and plenty of enrichment activities, check out these alternative options that veer from the norm and some cruise lines that cater to more mature crowds.

Off the Beaten Path - River Cruises Although it’s nothing new, this is the next travel trend that’s slowly making its way to the forefront of adult-centered cruising. While a visit to the French Riviera is no spectacle to be missed with the big name cruise lines, next time try something on a smaller scale, like riding along the Seine from the beaches of Normandy through Giverny to Paris. Imagine traversing the famous canals of charming Dutch towns or breezing through the jade trees of the Amazon Rainforest farther than those large ships can venture into. According to the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), this once lesserknown voyage has gained recognition in recent years, and for good reasons: The up-and-coming journey offers rare ports of call, substantial beneﬁts and intimate attention to exclusively older guests — some lines even ban children, so no worries about rowdy kids running amok. Besides the ability to reach elusive or otherwise landlocked destinations, such as quaint Vienna, the historic Mississippi or the

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exotic Nile, a smaller vessel means more personal attention and services, more authentically local flavors onboard and nicer staterooms during your stay. Other perks: - Unlike the rough ocean waters, rivers are more predictable, so you don’t have to worry about seasickness. - Although specifically tailored excursions cost extra, river cruises include the initial cost of optional excursions and may cover expenses such as museum tickets and guided tours. - You won’t have to deal with tenders or added transportation arrangements to get to the destination from the port. Most of the time, you’ll dock right where you want to be. - Soft drinks, wine with dinner and cocktail parties are likely included in the total cost. - If Wi-Fi is offered at certain locations onboard, it is available at no additional charge. Drawbacks: - With more access to ports, there are few, if any, sea days, which may not be desirable to some clients. - Dress tends to be more casual, but dining options are often less flexible than on ocean cruises. Try these: - Danube River with Viking River Cruises: vikingrivercruises.com; 1-888-666-7279. - Columbia & Snake River with American Cruise Lines: americancruiselines.com; 1-800-460-4518.

Scenic Cruises Forget the days of struggling to keep up with speedy tour guides you can barely understand. If a leisurely stroll across a city seems like a tiring trek, you might prefer reclining on the lido deck as you watch exquisite landscapes whiz by instead. Some people cruise more for what the vessel’s amenities have to offer rather than the ports of call, but why not have both? In Alaska, for instance, a traditionally adult-concentrated destination, you’re able to catch glimpses of humpback whales as you watch from your balcony, gaze up at the phenomenon of the Northern Lights and observe the majestic, yet endangered glaciers without ever stepping foot off the ship. Other perks: - Photography buffs have a picturesque canvas and/or the promise of abundant wildlife to keep them busy. - Excursions are more varied for all ages, physical abilities and interests.

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Dolphin/Whale Watching: ching: So Sometimes you may get lucky and spot a marine creature without having to leave the comfort of your stateroom, but when you book a tour to actively search for these magniﬁcent mammals, the expert guides know just where and when you have the best chance of ﬁnding them, along with teaching you about their habitats and quirks. Consider Alaska, Southern California, Hawaii and New England.

Helicopter Ride: Whether soaring over the mysterious Nazca Lines of Peru or the towering glaciers in the Juneau Iceﬁeld, the stunning aerial views are a rare treat you won’t soon forget. Consider Alaska, Niagara Falls, Hawaii, Peru and San Francisco Bay. y.

H Air Balloon Ride: If you’d Hot rather see the sights from om the skies in another form of transportation, sportation, ﬂoat over cool rock formations ns and scenic panoramas from a colorful balloon. lloon. Get your camera ready because you’ll u’ll want to show the other passengers life from above. Consider Egypt, Turkey, Sweden n and the Tuscan countryside.

Wine Tasting: Wine may taste good no matter where you drink it, but a wine connoisseur will be in heaven when sipping local samples fresh from the vineyard. Consider California, Italy, Greece and Spain.

Photography Tour: While you’re probably busy snapping away at every available second on your cruise, save some space on your memory card for that postcard-perfect shot. Many cruises offer specialized photography tours to help improve your technique & show you the destination’s secret spots. Consider Alaska, Barbados & Greece.

Stingray Encounter: Once you have a few Caribbean cruises under your belt, there’s no other rite of passage quite like a face-to-face meeting with a stingray. You can dip in the shallow water for a swim at Stingray City, observe from a glass-bottom boat or go deeper on a SCUBA exploration, if you are certiﬁed and able. Consider Grand Cayman, Bahamas and Mexico.

Sunset Catamaran Sail: Sure, you just got off the boat, but ut wouldn’t it be nice to kick back with a few rum punches on your private catamaran for the day? You can relax, chat with captain, snorkel with colorful critters if you wish and just enjoy the sea breeze. Consider Honduras, Hawaii, Mexico and California.

Do a Jeep Tour: For a little more freedom in itinerary and pace, you call your own shots with a Jeep Tour. Your cruise may offer this feature, or rent through a private provider to stop along the beach, ach, grab a bite to eat and shop at your leisure — in style. Consider Mexico,, Aruba ruba and St. Thomas.

Fishing: ng: Try your hand at d deep-sea ﬁshing for diverse game ﬁsh and crustaceans. If you’ve never tossed a line out, this is the perfect opportunity to get a fresh catch. Consider St. Lucia, St. Kitts, Alaska, L Mexico and Grand M Cayman. Ca

Culinaryy Tour: As if the ship’s food d isn’t enough. But food is culture, ure, so what better way to experience erience the local ﬂavors during your short stay than by stufﬁng your belly with authentic, homemade made delicacies? An expert will ill show you around and teach you the history and prominence of traditional dishes. Sometimess the tours let you get hands-on with confectionary sweets and teach you how to cook with brief classes. Consider Italy, Jamaica and Puerto Rico.

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Bucket List Cruises Drawbacks: - Seasonal change of climate may affect when certain cruises will be available throughout the year, so it is best to plan early if you have something speciﬁc in mind. Try these: - Norwegian Fjords with Hurtigruten: hurtigruten.com; 1-844-226-0957. - Alaska with Princess: princess.com; 1-800-774-6237.

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Youngsters can often be caught uttering the phrase, “Some day, I want to travel the world,” but if you’ve been cruising long enough, you may ﬁnd yourself saying, “I’ve traveled the world…now what?” So you’ve crossed the pond a few times, but have you really done it all? What about that month-long transatlantic voyage that begins in Copenhagen and ends in Miami or an extended cruise along the course of the Panama Canal? If you’re in or approaching retirement with some change to spare, it’s time to embark on that journey you’ve put on hold for the past couple of decades. Don’t settle for watching Anthony Bourdain live vicariously for you as he visits the mystical temples in Cambodia. See it for yourself! seniortimesmagazine.com

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If you really want to go all-out and discover the foreign lands unknown to you, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Silversea Cruises and Oceania Cruises offer extended voyages for up to 180 days. But even if you’re not ready to spend the money or time that half a year on the ocean requires, it’s not too late to visit remote locations such the Galápagos, a biodiverse hotspot, or the seventh continent, Antarctica, from its neighbor Argentina. Other perks: - You get to make friends with fellow passengers and staff as your share this extraordinary journey together. Drawbacks: - You may feel tired or bored during sea days if you are dissatisﬁed with the on-board activities and extensive amounts of leisure time. Try these: - Panama Canal with Norwegian Cruise Line: norwegianvoyages.com; 1-800-338-4962. - Thailand and Malaysia with Azamara Club Cruises: azamaraclubcruises.com; 1-800-877-999-9553.

Cruise Lines for Seniors Crystal Cruises offers beneﬁts that may appeal to solo travelers (due to a lower surcharge for single accommodations), low-carb diet needs, free lessons and lectures from leading professionals, and those seeking a themed vacation with subjects such as ballroom dancing, golf or wine and food. This

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There is less nightlife present on these vessels, but guests can still have fun at the movie theaters, with social hosts and choiceoriented schedule options.

line provides an eloquent atmosphere, and the Crystal serenity is noted for its impressive spa. www.crystalcruises.com or 1-888-722-0021. Holland America keeps elder passengers in mind through several aids, such as its Special Needs at Sea partnership, which provides oxygen, wheelchairs and other equipment to special needs travelers, carefully designed staterooms and a unique wheelchair-accessible tender transfer system. There is less nightlife present on these vessels, but guests can still have fun at the movie theaters, with social hosts and choice-oriented schedule options, including the popular â&#x20AC;&#x153;As You Wishâ&#x20AC;? dining policy. The Rotterdam, Amsterdam and Statendam are recommended ďŹ&#x201A;eets to serve all purposes. www.hollandamerica.com or 1-877-932-4259.

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Princess Cruises boasts a Scholarship@Sea program that provides classes in areas such as photography and using computer softwares; there is an average of 20 classes offered per cruise. Like its sister line, Holland America, the sailings have a long-standing reputation with Seniors, partially because it now provides up to 350 wheelchair-accessible rooms and describes activity levels of shore excursions, as well as working with local service providers to maximize accessibility for guests with disabilities. The Grand, Sapphire and Diamond Class are especially recommended. www.princess.com or 1-800-774-6237. Celebrity Cruises has a range of enrichment activities as varied as its ports of call. Foodies will appreciate unique and upscale dining, as well as a partnership with the Bravo seniortimesmagazine.com

TV show “Top Chef,” art buffs can enjoy the lavish galleries onboard and anyone who loves to be pampered will enjoy the extensive spa options. Celebrity also has other partnerships to offer lessons on using Apple products and foreign language learning through Rosetta Stone. The Solstice and Millennium class vessels, speciﬁcally, have features to make cruising a more enjoyable experience for guests with mobility issues. The ships are more accessible to wheelchair users, with ramps, lower desks, spacious staterooms and more inclusive shore excursions at more affordable prices. www.celebritycruises.com or 1-800-647-2251. Royal Caribbean International is the family friendly cruise provider that has it all, which makes it perfect for multigenerational family gatherings and active Seniors who want more choices of on- and off-board activities. Unmatched entertainment, high quality food and fun atmosphere may make it a mainstream choice that attracts large crowds, but quantity does not deter from quality for elder passengers. Although all vessels adhere to standards by the Americans with Disabilities Act, newer ships feature hydraulic chairs that allow guests with mobility issues to enjoy the pool, functional helipads to airlift in case of emergency and have established land-based medical relations for constant assistance. www.royalcaribbean.com or 866-562-7625.

Tips to Remember Before Booking 1. You can do online research and consult reputable forums like CruiseCritic.com, but make sure to call a cruise line in advance before booking. Customer service can help answer questions, give recommendations for excursions and provide information for concerns about special needs. 2. If you require any sort of medication or medical assistance, check if the cruise can accommodate your special needs in the event of an emergency. To be safe, always pack more medication and equipment than necessary for the duration of your trip. 3. Decide which priority you would like to fulﬁll on your vacation. You may want more social interactions if you are traveling alone, personal attention if you want to escape a crowd or to focus on a destination if you yearn to explore the exotic. 4. When booking shore excursions, check private providers that often have outstanding reviews for lower prices and wider range of itinerary options. And the biggest tip of all — remember to relax and have fun, especially when planning. You’re going on a cruise after all. s

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Love at Third Sight Soul Mates Find Each Other in Their Sixties

by Jordan Albright

eorge and Iris Wershiner’s love story began in a Wal-Mart parking lot in Silver Springs. Iris was headed back to her car after shopping when she noticed a German Shepard whining in a truck. She didn’t know why, but she was drawn to the dog. Soon, George walked up and she started talking to him about his dog. George said he couldn’t help but think, “Why is this lady talking to me?” His dog, Sasha, is a medical service dog that helps him with his severe combat-related PTSD from serving as a corpsman in Vietnam. “He was a grumpy old man,” Iris recalled. Poor dog, she thought. George cut the conversation short and drove off in his truck. Neither of them imagined what would happen over the course of the next two years. Several months later, Iris walked into a restaurant and saw George and Sasha at a table. Iris knelt down to say hello to Sasha. She looked up to George and said, “You remember me?” George, looking confused, said he did not. “I was the woman talking to your dog in the Wal-Mart parking lot,” Iris reminded him. After jogging his memory they sat and talked for about an hour. They learned that they both had worked in government and had experience with politics, which sparked conversation. Even though the two connected, they didn’t make any plans for the future. “What an interesting lady,” he thought. But he didn’t expect to see her again.

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Over the next year George felt depressed and alone. He decided to “give it up to God,” he said. “I opened up the phonebook to the church section, I shut my eyes, and I put my ﬁnger down,” he said. It landed on Unity Church of Ocala. The next Sunday he went to church and brought Sasha with him. “After the service, all the single ladies came up to greet me, because I was the new young guy at the church,” he said. Sasha spotted Iris across the room. She wandered from George as the women crowded around him and sat at her feet leaving Iris unable to move. When the women left, Iris introduced herself to George, not recognizing him. He had lost 60 pounds since they had last seen each other at the restaurant.

“I opened up the phonebook to the church section, I shut my eyes, and I put my ﬁnger down.” “What is her name?” Iris asked George. She didn’t realize she already knew the dog until George said it was Sasha. “[George] wasn’t the same,” she said. “He was talkative and happy.” They talked until the church closed its doors. As they parted, Iris realized she couldn’t ﬁnd her keys, neither to her car nor house. Iris said the missing keys, whether stolen or miraculously disappeared, changed their lives forever. seniortimesmagazine.com

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George took Iris home and waited for the locksmith to open her front door. While burdensome, it bought more time for them to talk. After the locksmith finished, George still didn’t want to stop talking to Iris, so he asked her to dinner. While sitting at Cody’s Roadhouse, George began to feed her, and Iris went with it. “You two are really cute,” said their waitress. “How long have you been married?” “We’re not. We’re just friends and we just met,” they said with a chuckle. After dinner, George asked her to come to his house. They turned on some music and danced to Bob Marley’s “Get Up, Stand Up” and then talked until 5 a.m. when he took her back home. But George couldn’t get back to sleep. He needed to be with Iris again. So, he called her at 8 a.m. and they went to Daytona Beach for the day. Once back to Ocala, they went to his place and drank some tequila. After the second drink, he said, “I want to spend the rest of my life with you.” Three days later, they got married. This February, they celebrate their second anniversary. In their first year of marriage, Iris learned that she, too, qualified for a medical service dog. She struggles with panic attacks and anxiety as a result of a cycle of abusive marriages before she met George. After years of being in relationships that were bad for her health — which included being threatened with a gun to her head — Iris left Puerto Rico for the United States. “I learned that I need someone in my life that appreciates me as a person and as a woman,” Iris said. “I truly, truly believe that everyone has a soul mate and I know that it is meant to be — both our relationship and our marriage.” George agrees. “I love having someone in my life who fills my home with songs and laughter,” George said. “I am married to a sweetheart.” While George and Iris love one another and have a lot of fun together, at times their conditions make it hard to communicate. They recognized their relationship needed professional help, so they started seeing a psychologist. Seeking help might scare some people, but not Iris. “If it makes the marriage stronger and more resilient, of course I will go,” she said. The psychologist taught them about their conditions and

PHOTOS BY JORDAN ALBRIGHT George and Iris work in the yard together on their anniversary last February. The couple makes room on the bed for their two German Shepherds, Captain and Nikki, who love to lounge with their owners.

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Date Nights Inspired by George and Iris Wershiner Written by Jordan Albright When asked for date night ideas, George and Iris Wershiner of Ocala said it’s about having fun. “Romance doesn’t have to be serious, it’s fun,” George said. “Have fun and play.” On that note, here are some ideas for your next romantic date night.

1. Go Dancing Dancing is a romantic way to connect with your body and someone else’s. It’s okay if you don’t feel com-fortable or don’t know where to me space and music ﬁlling dance locally. All you need is some ﬁlling yo your home. You can turn down the lights. Start with some upbeat tunes, and as the night progresses, you can change to slower music. Laugh your way into an embrace.

3. Go Shopping Together er Men will often sit at the front of a store ore ry waiting for their partners to shop. Try going together as a date. George and ﬁts Iris swear by it. Go pick out fun outﬁ ts for your partner to try on. It might sh. make you laugh, and other times blush.

4. Go Play Try ﬁnding ways to make each other laugh. Blow bubbles, create a scavenger hunt or break out the cards and have an intense game of Go Fish. Play a late round of miniature golf. “A couple that plays together, stays together,” George said.

5. Get in the car and go George an Iris reminisced on adventures when they decided to pack up and drive. Go somewhere spontaneous. Spend the night at a hotel. “We enjoy our lives,” Iris said. “We know we are going to get older, but we are living our lives strong.” s

2. Go back in time Try reliving different decades together. her. The ‘50s could mean going out to a diner for burgers and fries and maybe an ice cream ﬂoat. After dinner go bowling (make sure to pack n some extra socks). Play some golden oldies in your car. This type of romantic date night might bring up new (or old) conversations.

how to communicate more effectively. George learned two things from his past relationships. First, it’s not what the person looks like because looks fade; second, it’s about ﬁnding someone that you can laugh and get along with. Having a medical service dog taught George unconditional love. No matter what he did, his dog still loved him. This helped him realize why his previous relationships had failed. In November 2013, Sasha started to slow down. She was

tired all the time and she could hardly walk. A veterinarian diagnosed Sasha with severe rheumatoid arthritis, leaving her unable to keep up with their active lifestyle. Sasha has now found a good home with a man with mobility problems. While it was a hard hit for George and Iris to give up Sasha, they believe she is the spirit of an angel that brought them together. “God,” George said, “is the architect of our lives.” s February 2015

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Tinseltown Talks Rich Little Still Impresses by Nick Thomas

t 76, veteran comedian and impressionist Rich Little is still zigzagging the country doing one-man shows. Impressions have been Little’s stock and trade since his school days in Ottawa, Canada. “I would answer teachers’ questions in their own voices,” said Little, from his home in Las Vegas. “Pretty soon, they stopped asking me questions!” That was more than 60 years ago. Today, crowds still ﬂock to see the man who claims a repertoire of over 200 voices. Unlike ordinary comedians, Little said impressionists have double-duty on stage. “You’ve got to do a convincing impression and also tell jokes in that character,” he explained. “It’s really all about concentration when you do impressions and becoming the person. Sometimes when I really get into Johnny Carson, I’ll come off stage and ﬁnd myself writing out an alimony check!” While Little’s performances focus mostly on deceased actors, celebrities, and politicians (John Wayne, Jimmy Stewart, George Burns and Ronald Reagan), he also tackles more contemporary personalities. “You have to keep it topical,” he said. “I don’t know what the future holds for me, but if Hillary becomes president, I may be in big trouble!” Although Little does some female impressions, such as Dr. Ruth, Carol Channing and Jean Stapleton, he said Mrs. Clinton is tough to mimic. “She needs to develop a lisp or a rasp or twitch to make her a little more distinctive,” he said.

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Pine Grove Apartments While he does a convincing Jack Nicholson, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Willie Nelson, George Bush and Bill Clinton, impersonating today’s younger stars is challenging due to their lack of distinguishing voices and body language. “So many of the stars of the silverscreen era had distinctive voices, walks, hand gestures and facial mannerisms,” noted Little. “But how do you do Brad Pitt, Johnny Depp or Leonardo Dicaprio? Their voices just aren’t that distinctive. Even Robert Redford is near impossible to do.” In addition to his vocal talents, Little also draws sketches of celebrities. “I’ve dabbled in art all my life, charcoal portraits mostly,” he said. “I’ve done hundreds of sketches over the years. I guess I have these people in my head and I can put that down on paper as well as voice. I’ve also done people other than the ones I imitate, like Meryl Streep and Tom Cruise. I did a pretty good portrait of Tom, but it wasn’t easy because he kept bouncing up and down on the sofa!” Despite the strain impressionists place on their vocal chords, Little said his voice has held up well over the years.

Relying on natural talent and hard work, he has never taken voice lessons or studied the science of speech. “I just listen over and over again to a new voice and practice until I get it right.” And no, his voice is not insured. “I once contacted Lloyds of London, but they wanted something like $50,000 a year to insure my voice,” Little said. So has Rich ever been tempted to use his talents to mimic a celebrity for personal gain? Well, sort of, he said. “Years ago when I was starting out, I ordered room service as Cary Grant — and found he got much faster service than Rich Little usually did. When the food arrived and they asked for Mr. Grant, I just took the food and said he was in the shower.” Of course, not all his impressions commanded the same respect. “I once ordered a cheeseburger as Richard Nixon,” he recalled. “I’m still waiting for it.” s

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COLUMN œ DONNA BONNELL

Embracing Life Reacting to Adversity

e have all heard the proverbial phrase, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” It is an expression engrained in my brain. For decades I studied the power of positive thinking. Eventually, after years of practice, when unexpected simple challenges occurred, constructive thoughts magically materialized in my mind. This automatically activated process made a signiﬁcant impact in my daily existence. Recently I discovered that my tolerance level towards adversity has matured. This revelation came about when a friend emailed me a thoughtprovoking metaphor. Knowing my passion for pondering philosophies, she sent me a posting from www.beliefnet. com: “Carrots, Eggs or Coffee – What Are You?” The simile spurred yet another self-analysis mission to explore how I responded when faced with harsh hardships. The tale describes how a mother illustrated to her daughter how different objects change when subjected to identical difﬁculties. After boiling carrots, eggs and coffee in water for 20 minutes, mom asked her child to examine the items. First, they explored the egg. Before boiling, the egg was fragile. Its thin shell protected the egg’s liquid interior. After sitting in the boiling water, its yolk hardened. The changes in the egg illustrated my

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childhood. I was painfully introverted. However, as the oldest child of three siblings, whose parents suffered from addictions, I endured years of putting out ﬁres and stewing in silence. Eventually,

hopeless (like the boiled carrot). With hard work, spiritual guidance and help from my friends, I healed from the adversities experienced in my youth. My soul softened. Today, like a sponge, my essence soaks up laughter, life and love. It did not take long for me to realize that being laid-off was a blessing. My dedication (and self-worth) immediately refocused towards being a super mom to my two very young children. Without His gift, I would have missed the most important experiences of my lifetime. Ironically, I initially thought it to be an insurmountable hardship. God knew He had to send a strong message to get my attention. By doing so, He gave the opportunity to provide my children with what I had missed in my own childhood.

It did not take long for me to realize that being laid-off was a blessing. my inner being hardened and I wore protective masks to conceal my heartaches. Next, they examined the carrot. The carrot went in hard and unrelenting. However, after subjected to the boiling water, it softened and became weak. As a novice in the professional arena, I was carrot-like. My early corporate period was during the era celebrating female empowerment. Helen Reddy’s song, “I Am Woman,” fed my relentless career goals. You see, I was all that the song described (or so I thought). My wisdom was born of pain — I had paid the price. Like a carrot, I was strong and invincible. Until the day I was laid-off. During the recession of the early 1990s, my employer downsized. The day I learned my position was no longer required, I felt the world (as I knew it) was over. For many years, most of my waking hours were devoted to that corporation in order to make myself feel successful. Due to no fault of my own, I left my ofﬁce that fateful morning weakened and

Finally, in the story, the mother asked her daughter to sip the coffee. The daughter smiled as she tasted the drink’s richness and savored its aroma. The coffee beans handled their exposure to severe surroundings in the most magniﬁcent manner. After simmering, they changed the water to a delightful delicious drink. This column became a catalyst for personal growth and evolved into my equivalent of coffee beans. By publically telling my stories, by sharing my mistakes and analyzing the aftermath of my dilemmas, my purpose became to help readers brew their own versions of why events took place in their lives. When the rough waters get too hot to bear, it is my prayer for others to release their frustrations with fragrance and ﬂavor and embrace life. s Donna Bonnell is a freelance writer who moved to Newberry in 1983. She enjoys living and working in the town she now calls home. dbnewberry@aol.com

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CHARITY OF THE MONTH

Newberry Elem. Safety Patrols DECEMBER 2015 WINNER – 2,329 VOTES

The halls of Newberry Elementary are being monitored by a very special group called the Newberry Elementary Safety Patrol.

hese students have been charged with keeping the school running in tip-top shape. And with 2,329 votes they are the winners of the December SunState Federal Credit Union Charity of the Month. The Safety Patrol is comprised of fourth grade students whose main goal is to keep their fellow students safe. They ensure rules are followed and help those in need. They also assist with students being dropped off in the car line each morning, raising and lowering the ﬂag each day and even sharpening pencils for teachers in the morning. Each student has his or her job, and it is taken as a very important responsibility. “It’s an honor,” said Safety Patrol coordinator Celeste Green. The position is meant to be a sort of life lesson and is not to be taken lightly. At the end of third grade, students can sign up to be a part of the Safety Patrol the following year. But not just anyone can be a member. A teacher has to nominate or validate the student’s application, and each student must write an essay expressing why they would like to participate. Then the teachers of special subjects such as gifted, art, music and physical education give their input on that particular student as well. Whoever makes the cut is invited to train with a current Safety Patrol member for a week to learn the ropes. Last year the sheriff came to pin the badges at an ofﬁcial ceremony. Green said it’s all part of bestowing a great responsibility on the students.

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Patrol members change duty posts every nine weeks, and at the end of the nine weeks new students or students who might not have made the ﬁrst cut can apply to join the Safety Patrol. In June, Green will take 44 Safety Patrol members to Washington D.C. for an action-packed trip. She said they’ll take a 14-hour bus ride to the capital, and during the ﬁve-day trip students will be busy seeing the sights from 6:30 a.m. until they arrive back at the hotel around 9 p.m. They plan to visit places such as Mt. Vernon, the Holocaust Museum, the Smithsonian and the Capitol building on their educational adventure. Newberry Elementary has the distinction of being the only school in Alachua County to bring fourth grade students. Green said the money they won from the Charity of the Month contest will go toward paying for this exciting trip to the nation’s capital. s Learn more at newberryelementary.sbac.edu.

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CALENDAR UPCOMING EVENTS IN ALACHUA & MARION TIOGA MONDAY MARKET Mondays 4:00pm - 7:00pm JONESVILLE - Tioga Center, 13005 W. Newberry Rd. Market features a selection of vegetables, crafts, organic food, fruits and local specialties.

FREE YOGA FOR VETERANS Wednesdays 12:15PM OCALA - Bliss Yoga Center, 1738 SE 58th Ave. Bliss Yoga & Wellness Center is proud to offer free yoga classes for our active-duty and military veterans. Classes are taught by a resident military veteran. Breath, movement and relaxation are combined in a way that supports overall physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness. Classes are suitable for all fitness and experience levels. 352-694-9642.

GAINESVILLE HARMONY SHOW CHORUS Thursdays 7:00pm - 9:30pm GAINESVILLE - Grace Presbyterian Church, 3146 NW 13th St. Interested in learning and singing Women’s A Cappella Barbershop Harmony Music? Gainesville Harmony Show Chorus, of Sweet Adelines International. For more information, call Beckie: 352-318-1281.

LADY GAMERS Fridays 1:00pm HIGH SPRINGS - New Century Woman’s Club, 40 NW 1st Ave. The Lady Gamers meet for fun, friendship and food. Everyone is invited. Meet old friends and make some new ones.

family and friends over a board game at the Archer Branch Library. Free.

DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION Monday, February 2 10:30am STARKE - I-HOP. The Col. Samuel Elbert Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution in Keystone Heights meets on the 1st Monday of the month October-May. Contact: Copnurse1999@windstream.net.

PRIMETIME INSTITUTE CLASS Tuesday, February 2 2:30pm - 4:00pm GAINESVILLE - Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34th Blvd. Advances in Eye Treatment. Learn about microinvasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), laser assisted cataract surgery, and new treatments for wet macular degeneration. The speaker will be Tim Quinn, MD Ophthalmologist. 352-332-6917.

Thursday, February 5 9:00am MICANOPY - Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park, 100 Savannah Blvd. This gentle walk of approximately one mile will take you onto Paynes Prairie. Challenge yourself to identify birds, trees, and wildflowers, or just enjoy a peaceful stroll. If you are lucky, the sandhill cranes, bison, or wild horses may be seen. The pace is slow and comfortable. Limit 10 people. Registration required. Register at www.prairiefriends.org.

OCALA FARM MARKET Saturdays

Thursday, February 5

9:00am - 2:00pm OCALA - Downtown Square, SE Watula Ave. Visit the market to reap locally grown farm fresh seasonal produce, homemade jellies and jams, delicious kettle corn, boiled peanuts, homemade crafts, and plants. 352-426-8244.

9:30am - 12:00pm GAINESVILLE - Senior Recreation Center, 5701 N.W. 34th Blvd. Celebrate favorite quilts and sewing projects! Bring projects you’ve worked on, bring sewing and quilting-related gifts you received or gave, bring projects you love that you haven’t shown in a while, bring whatever the spirit moves, for a BIG Showand-Tell to inspire and kickoff the new year. Refreshments at 9:30 a.m., meeting begins 10 a.m. Guests are welcome. Beverley Hilton 352-373-7791, or visit www.qacdg.org.

Sundays 1:00pm ARCHER - Archer Branch Library, 13266 SW State Road 45. Connect with your

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Thursday, February 5 2:30pm - 4:00pm GAINESVILLE - Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34th Blvd. The Springs and Aquifer System of Florida. Debra Segal, M.S., Volunteer at the Howard T. Odum Florida Springs Institute, will present an educational program on Florida’s springs and the Floridian Aquifer and how to protect them. Audience participation is encouraged as she shares photos and explains what is needed to ensure a healthy spring, the source of water for springs, and threats affecting the water flow and quality. The audience will be encouraged to adopt a Water Ethic. 352-332-6917.

LISTEN TO YOUR HEART 5K RED TUTU RUN/WALK Saturday, February 7 8:00am GAINESVILLE - Northeast Park, 400 NE 16th Ave. The Gainesville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. hosts the fourth Listen to Your Heart 5K. Proceeds benefit the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women Program. The race will be professionally chip-timed by Start to Finish Race Management. Pre-registration is $25.00. Onsite registration is $30.00. Participants can register on www.active.com.

BEES BY THE BAY Saturday, February 7

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QUILTERS OF ALACHUA COUNTY DAY GUILD MEETING

FAMILY GAME DAY

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10:00am MELROSE - Gallery 26, 301 Highway 26. The Second Annual Bees By The Bay Event features honey made food and products, handcrafted art, with educational presentations and live demonstrations. This event is free and jointly sponsored by the Lake Area Bee Club and Gallery 26. Buzz on over for a fun filled day of art and education.

RED VELVET ONE STOP SHOP Saturday, February 7 10:00am - 3:00pm GAINESVILLE - Cymply Fresh, 5408 NW 8th Ave. Shop with local small business owners for Valentine’s Day gifts. Each vendor will be giving away something red or made of red velvet. Free.

CYRUS CHESTNUT QUARTET DAVE BRUBECK REIMAGINED Saturday, February 7 7:30pm GAINESVILLE - University Auditorium, 333 Newell Dr. In his latest musical endeavor, Chestnut and his quartet pay homage to the legendary Dave Brubeck with a unique interpretation of his endearing music. $10-$40. For tickets call the box office at 352-392-2787 or visit www.tickets.performingarts.ufl.edu.

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LIFE, THE UNIVERSE AND EVERYTHING IN 500 WORDS OR LESS Sunday, February 8 2:30pm GAINESVILLE - Millhopper Branch Library, 3145 NW 43rd St. Ron Cunningham will speak on the virtues of brevity at a meeting sponsored by the Writers Alliance of Gainesville and open to all who are interested in the written word. Cunningham is Executive Director of Bike Florida, a non-profit organization formed to promote bicycle tourism as well as bike safety and education. After retiring from almost thirty years as editorial page editor of the Gainesville Sun, he now writes a Sunday column and is theater critic for the Sun. Free.

FLORIDA’S GOT THE BLUES EXHIBITION February 9 - April 30 9:30 am - 3:30 pm GAINESVILLE - Matheson History Museum, 513 East University Ave. This exhibit showcases musicians who pioneered the blues music during the early twentieth century. Hear Florida’s musical heritage come alive at this interactive exhibition. See the Matheson transformed into a Blues-eum great for kids and kids at heart. Explore the story of the many notable blues artists who had roots in Florida. Stand faceto-face with the sunglasses of the late, great Ray Charles. Other artifacts include a 1960’s stage costume belonging to Bo Diddley.

DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION Wednesday, February 11 11:00am - 1:00pm GAINESVILLE - Wesley United Methodist Church, NW 23rd Ave. Gainesville Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution meet on the second Wednesday of each month, October through May. gainesvilleDAR@gmail.com.

PRIMETIME INSTITUTE CLASS Thursday, February 12 2:30pm - 4:00pm GAINESVILLE - Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34th Blvd. The New and Improved Reverse Mortgage: The Rules Are Changing. As growing numbers of families need to finance the long term independence of aging family members, the term “Reverse Mortgage” has been increasingly been suggested as a solution. Alain Valles, President of Direct Finance Corp. presents an online webinar on the basic concepts of a Reverse Mortgage, how they work and some interesting strategies for using them. Patrick McNamara, from the Gainesville Alliance, will be available to answer questions at the end. 352-332-6917.

A T rex. Named Sue e February - May 10 GAINESVILE - Florida Museum of Natural History, 3215 Hull Rd. In the temporary exhibit A T. rex Named Sue, explore how this remarkable creature interacted with its world and what we can learn from studying its bones. Revel in the sheer magnitude of a fully articulated, life-size skeleton cast while learning about Sue’s movement, vision and sense of smell. Enjoy family-friendly interactive activities, climb into the dig pit to uncover fossils and learn about dinosaurs through touchable bone replicas and other hands-on activities. Follow Sue’s sensational journey from the Cretaceous period and sedimentary rocks of South Dakota to the U.S. courts and finally the world. Tickets: 352-846-2000; www.flmnh.ufl.edu.

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Joffrey Dance Group Concert Saturday, February 7 7:30pm GAINESVILLE - Santa Fe Fine Arts Hall, 3000 NW 83rd St. The Joffrey Dance Group, young dancers from the Joffrey Ballet School in New York City, will be Master Artists in residence at Santa Fe College for several days. Their residency concludes with a mixed repertoire performance including a featured work by Dance Theatre of Santa Fe. Tickets: 352-395-4181; www. sfcollege.edu/finearts.

MUSEUM NIGHTS: LOVE + IMPRESSIONISM

WILDLIFE WALK ON LA CHUA TRAIL

FAMILY FUNDAY

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Saturday, February 14

6:00pm GAINESVILLE - Harn Museum of Art, Hull Rd and SW 34th St. Celebrate your love for the new exhibition Monet and American Impressionism. Create Valentines in preparation for Valentine’s Day and tour the exhibition in French. Enjoy musical performances and art activities. This evening is supported by the UF Center for European Studies. Free.

8:00am MICANOPY - Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park, 100 Savannah Blvd. This leisurely paced excursion onto the Prairie basin provides a wonderful opportunity to observe the plants and animals that inhabit the 22,000-acre preserve. Walk varies from 1-3 miles depending on conditions, wildlife sightings, and participant preferences. There is a 25 person limit. Meet at the La Chua Trail parking lot by the kiosk. Price is $2. Register at www.prairiefriends.org.

1:00pm - 4:00pm GAINESVILLE - Matheson History Museum, 513 East University Ave. Explore the impact of African Americans on Florida’s rich musical heritage at Family FunDay at the Matheson Museum. This interactive exhibition transforms the Matheson into a Blues-eum great for kids and kids-atheart. Visitors will have an opportunity to take a guided tour of the Matheson House, which is the second oldest home in Gainesville and the former residence of Gainesville’s longest serving mayor Christopher Matheson. Enjoy an expert-led tour of the Tison Tool which houses a collection of over 500 tools which tell the story of the industries that invented and reinvented Gainesville. Admission is free.

ALACHUA ACOUSTIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL Friday, February 13 6:00pm - 9:00pm ALACHUA - Downtown Alachua, Alan Hitchcock Park. Live Music and art sponsored by Alachua’s Music Junction and The Garden Gallery. Free.

CCOA MEETING Friday, February 13 9:00am - 11:00am GAINESVILLE - Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34th Blvd. Learn about the problem and the programs available to help patients with Alzheimer’s Disease, and assistance to caregivers. The presentations will be about Alz Place and the funding for the program.

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CARIBBEAN LEGACY DINNER & GALA Saturday, February 14 6:30pm - 11:00pm GAINESVILLE - Albert Massey (Westside) Recreation Center, 1001 NW 34th Street. This event honors deserving members of the Caribbean Diaspora in the United States with the Keepers of the Caribbean Legacy Award and will raise funds to provide scholarships to deserving low-income students in the Caribbean to take the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) and Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE). Both these exams position students in the Caribbean to attend college. The price of dinner is $35. Tickets can be purchased at caribbeanlegacygala.eventbrite.com.

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ALL THAT JAZZ... AND THEN SOME! Sunday, February 15 4:00pm GAINESVILLE - Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 100 NE First St. Lyric baritone Tony Canty presents a program of American music including gospel, jazz, musical theatre, and spirituals. Enjoy food and beverage in the Parish Hall during this event. The event is free. Please call the Parish Office (372-4721) to confirm your attendance.

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GAWN Wednesday, February 18 11:30am - 1:00pm GAINESVILLE - Sweetwater Branch Inn, 625 E University Ave. The Gainesville Area Women’s Network luncheon — third Wednesday each month. Attend for great networking and a hot lunch. Register: GAWN.org.

GAINESVILLE NETWORKING CHALLENGE Wednesday, February 18 5:30pm - 7:00pm JONESVILLE - Sabore Restaurant, 13005 SW 1st Rd. Come network with business professionals in a casual setting on the third Wednesday of each month. Invite your friends! Enjoy complimentary delicious hors d’oeuvres!

PRIMETIME INSTITUTE CLASS Thursday, February 19 2:30pm - 4:00pm GAINESVILLE - Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34th Blvd. Is Physical Activity Enough? Find out what the UF Institute on Aging is discovering about what’s important for good health as we age. Speaker is Thomas Buford, PhD, Assistant Professor and Director of the UF Health Promotion Center. 352-332-6917.

ARTISTS IN THE ROUND Thursday, February 19

password and enter the Gainesville Woman’s Club hideaway for Chasers, an original radio show set in the rip roaring 20s in a North Florida speakeasy. The play features the University of Florida Jazz Band. Doors will open at 6:15 pm on February 21 with dinner at 7:00, the play and a silent auction. On February 22, the doors open at 12:15 pm, lunch at 1:00 pm followed by the Matinee. You can dress in your Roaring 20s outfit. Proceeds will benefit the Alachua County Public Schools. The dinner costs $85 and the matinee costs $35. 352-376-3901.

GAINESVILLE COMMUNITY BAND CONCERT Sunday, February 22 3:00pm GAINESVILLE - Santa Fe College Fine Arts Hall. The Gainesville Community Band recently began its 41st Concert Season under the direction of R. Gary Langford. Suggested donation of $6 will be accepted for concerts held at Santa Fe College Fine Arts Hall. www.gnvband.org.

GUEST CARILLON RECITAL Saturday, February 24 4:00pm GAINESVILLE - Century Tower, Newell Dr and Stadium Rd. Andre-Anne Doane, carillonneur of St. Joseph’s Oratory, Montral, will perform on the 61-bell carillon housed in Century Tower on the University of Florida campus. Bring

a blanket and lawn chair. Programs will be available on the south side of the tower. Free.

PRIMETIME INSTITUTE CLASS Tuesday, February 24 2:30pm - 4:00pm GAINESVILLE - Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34th Blvd. No Bones About It: Keeping Your Skeleton Straight and Strong. Advice from Andrea Koff, CGP, director of outpatient pharmacy, Senior HealthCare Centers at North Florida Regional Medical Center, and a certified geriatric pharmacist specializing in senior health issues. She will talk about how to keep your bones strong and how to avoid or treat osteoporosis in men or women. 352-332-6917.

CHRIS TOMLIN - LOVE RAN RED TOUR Tuesday, February 24 7:00pm GAINEVILLE - Stephen C. O’Connell Center, 250 Gale Lemerand Dr. Grammy and Dove awardwinning Christian worship sensation Chris Tomlin hits the road again this spring for his ‘Love Ran Red’ Tour, featuring Tenth Avenue North and Rend Collective. This night of worship will feature new songs from Tomlin’s new release along with an array of hits from the past. Tickets are $24 - $41. Contact the University Box office at 352-392-1653 or scoc-info@ufl.edu. Tickets can be purchased via ticketmaster.com

6:00pm - 8:00pm GAINESVILLE - Matheson History Museum, 513 East University Ave. Become a part of music history. Learn how to become a better writer and hear musical masterpieces unfold around you with a lesson and presentation by the “Dixie Desperados.” Admission is free. info@ mathesonmuseum.org. 352-378-2280.

PASSPORT TO AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS GALA Friday, February 20 7:00pm - 11:00pm GAINESVILLE - Florida Museum of Natural History Powell Hall, 3215 Hull Rd. Join intrepid adventurer Dr. Doug Jones, stiff Brit Phileas Fogg and the irrepressible Jean Passepart out in a dizzying race around the globe. Float over France, sail the high seas, ride an elephant and hop trains across the Wild West in a thrilling quest to win the wager! $150. Tickets: 352-846-2000; www.flmnh.ufl.edu.

GAINESVILLE WOMAN’S CLUB DINNER AND MATINEE THEATRE February 21 - 22 TIMES VARY GAINESVILLE - 2809 West University Ave. Dust off your Skimmers, shake out your Flapper gowns, knock three times, whisper your

Meet and Greet: City Commission Candidates Thursday, February 19

9:00am - Noon

GAINESVILLE - Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34th Blvd. Gainesville City Commission Candidates Meet, Greet and Information Sharing. Come hear the candidates give their positions on Senior issues. Questions will be presented by a CCOA representative after the candidates’ brief introductions. Only audience questions submitted in writing at registration will be considered, time permitting. Sponsored by CCOA. Refreshments by Elder Care of Alachua County.

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THE GAINESVILLE ORCHESTRA Friday, February 27 7:30pm GAINESVILLE - Santa Fe Fine Arts Hall. The Gainesville Orchestra will perform ‘Metropolis; from the City to the Air” celebrating modern inventions, the urban experience, and Superman. The program includes Leonard Bernstein’s Dances from West Side Story and George Gershwin’s Second Rhapsody. General-$35. Seniors-$25. Students-$15. For more information visit www.GCOmusic.org.

LEO KOTTKE IN CONCERT! Saturday, February 28

Tioga Winter Fine Art Fair March 6 - 8 NEWBERRY - Tioga Town Center, West Newberry Rd. at SW 138 St. The 8th Tioga Winter Fine Art Fair will showcase the works of 105 artists and fine craftsmen in paintings, mixed-media, photography, fiber, ceramics, jewelry, wood, sculpture, glass, metal and books. The Festival kicks off on Friday night with a live concert and the participating artist booths lit, plus thousands of stringed-lights above the streets for a wonderland affect. Saturday and Sunday the festivals begins with a Sand Sculptor creating a masterpiece from 2,000 pounds of sand. Throughout the weekend demonstrations of Art in Motion will be taking place. Friday 5:00pm to 9:00pm; Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 5 pm. This event is free. www.gainesvillefinearts.org

TAMPA RED AND HOKUM BLUES: EARLY ROOTS OF ROCK AND ROLL Thursday, February 26 6:00pm - 8:00pm GAINESVILLE - Matheson History Museum, 513 East University Ave. Hear history come alive. Chair of the Yale Music Department will provide a multimedia presentation that examines how the hokum blues of the late 1920s formed the building blocks for well-known musical sensations of the 1950s as ‘Rock Around the Clock,’ ‘Jailhouse Rock,’ ‘Rockin’ Robin,’ and more. Admission is free. info@mathesonmuseum. org. Contact Stephanie Pastore at 352-378-2280.

PRIMETIME CLASS FIELDTRIP Thursday, February 26 11:00am WILLISTON - Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, Inc. This facility is a nationally recognized non-profit organization specializing in training and pairing service dogs for people suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder and other disabilities, with the goal of bringing them dignity

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and independence. Demonstration begins at 11:00 am and will last one hour. No fee — donations appreciated. Optional lunch following the tour (at your own expense) at The Ivy House. Please sign-up at a PTI program or call Charity Blomeley at 332-6917 by February 17. A map with directions will be provided at PTI meetings.

UG AT 50: THE ROY CRAVEN LEGACY Through February 27 7:00pm - 9:00pm. GAINESVILLE - University Gallery, 1357 Stadium Rd. UG at 50: The Roy Craven Legacy celebrates the 50th anniversary of University Gallery and the legacy of Roy Craven, the gallery’s founding and longest standing director of 25 years. The exhibition showcases approximately 50 objects acquired from 1965 to 1988 that were originally in the University Gallery collection and were later transferred to the Harn Museum of Art. An opening reception will feature baked goods by Vine in Focus Gallery. Both the exhibition and reception are free and open to the public.

7:30pm GAINESVILLE - Santa Fe Fine Arts Hall, 3000 NW 83rd St. Following his sold-out concert in 2014, famed acoustic guitarist Leo Kottke returns in a command performance. This evening of virtuoso acoustic guitar with accompanying vocals will reflect Kottke’s roots in folk music, jazz and blues. You’ll also enjoy his comical commentary and stories about life as a musician. Tickets: 352-395-4181; www.sfcollege.edu/finearts.

A LAND REMEMBERED Sunday, March 1 3:00pm GAINESVILLE - Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Gainesville, 4225 NW 34th St. Doors open at 2:30pm. Writers Alliance of Gainesville is sponsoring Rick Smith’s well-known multimedia presentation, ‘A Land Remembered,’ about his father, Patrick D. Smith, and his life as a writer. It is a visual storytelling with videos, photos, music, etc. and it is a rather informative, lively presentation for students from middle school to senior adults. Rick will begin with his father’s first novel, ‘The River is Home,’ and follow his progressive success. This will be free for WAG members and a small fee of $10 for nonmembers. (Seating capacity 300 people).

ARTS & CRAFTS FOR SENIORS Thursday March 5 10:00am ARCHER - Archer Branch Library, 13266 SW State Road 45. Free arts and crafts fun at the Archer Senior Center.

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Another Antigone January 23 - February 8 A tenured teacher with opinions all his own. A young, Jewish student with challenging beliefs. A battle over communal obligation and private conscience. In this funny and thought-provoking play, Gurney, with his trademark rich dialogue and sly wit, explores University life from both sides and raises many questions about anti-Semitism, academic integrity and the tradeoff between classical education and job placement (to name just a few).

Kimberly Akimbo March 6 – March 22 Meet Kimberly: a normal teenaged girl struggling with normal teenaged problems — a dysfunctional family, feelings of being misunderstood, the possibility of ﬁrst love… and a body that ages four times faster than it should. This Pulitzer-prize winning play treads that delicate area where black comedy, satire and all-toofamiliar realism meet— a rare treat in theatre.

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Dance Alive National Ballet: A Midsummer Night’s Dream February 14 On a dreamy midsummer night’s eve, the worlds of fairies, humans, dukes and donkeys all collide under the magic spell of cupid’s arrow. We see how true love never runs smooth, as the mischievous Puck proclaims, “Lord what fools these mortals be!” A bright and beautiful ballet in the classical style created by Kim Tuttle, set to Shakespeare’s immortal ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ proves that falling in love is the ultimate gift. An enchanting performance about fantasy and magic followed by a “Be My Valentine” dance.

Mummenschanz: Musicians Of Silence February 20 Communicating through a solely visual spectacle, this theatre troupe creates a compelling experience that is completely soundless. The language of Mummenschanz is universal, transcending cultural boundaries through the manipulation of shadow, light and everyday objects. Each scene ignites a different effect in the viewer, tapping into the entire spectrum of emotion, and leaving endless room for interpretation. Mummenschanz reminds us of the power of silence and engages audiences in a way words cannot describe.

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Born Yesterday January 30 - February 15 An uncouth, corrupt rich junk dealer, Harry Brock, brings his showgirl mistress Billie Dawn with him to Washington, D.C. When Billie’s ignorance becomes a liability to Brock’s business dealings, he hires a journalist, Paul Verrall, to educate his girlfriend. In the process of learning, Billie Dawn realizes how corrupt Harry is and begins interfering with his plans to bribe a Congressman into passing legislation that would allow Brock’s business to make more money.

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Something’s Afoot February 5 – March 1, 2015 In this musical-comedy murder mystery, 10 unfortunate souls are invited for “a marvelous weekend in the country air” at a secluded English estate… but find quite a different scenario when they’re stranded during a thunderstorm. Their host is dead, and more bodies are piling up in the library, killed one by one with fiendishly clever traps. It’s a frantic race against the clock for the captive survivors to find out “whodunit” and catch the cunning culprit. All the classic characters are here in this spoof of Agatha Christie detective stories: The butler. The saucy maid. The caretaker. The uninvited guest. The black-sheep nephew. The grande dame. The elderly spinster in tweed. Set in 1935 with a rousing vaudeville-style score, this suspenseful satire is a smashingly good time — and far funnier than foul play should be. Audiences just might die laughing…

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Of All the Gin Joints: Stumbling Through Hollywood History MARK BAILEY, ILLUSTRATED BY EDWARD HEMINGWAY c.2014, Algonquin Books of Chapel Hill $21.95 / $27.95 Canada 336 pages

toast… You’ve been doing that often lately. A toast to friends and family around the table. To a new job, new baby, new marriage. To accomplishments made in the past and possibilities that lie in the future. Like you, your favorite actors enjoy raising a glass, too. And in the new book “Of All the Gin Joints” by Mark Bailey, illustrated by Edward Hemingway, you’ll see how some stars’ tippling almost toppled them. Long before Hollywood even had a

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Boulevard, there were places to go for a drink. Built in the early 1900s, the Hollywood Hotel was the town’s first “proper nightspot.” Owner and chocolate heiress Almira Hershey “policed” her hotel, intending to serve nothing harsher than cocoa but Hollywood denizens found ways to drink there anyhow. Sometimes, they did it right in front of the aging and near-blind Hershey. Bailey says that the Hollywood was where D.W. Griffith stayed before he realized that California filming would be cheaper (and probably more fun!) than in New York. His relocation west started the Hollywood movie-making craze. Surely, stars like Fatty Arbuckle drank at the Hollywood. Arbuckle was a big fan of scotch — so much so that he owned a car with both bar and bathroom aboard. John Barrymore, who was “famously indiscriminate” about where he relieved himself after imbibing, likely did both in the Hollywood. And so, undoubtedly, did W.C. Fields, who was known for his love of the bottle. Alas, the site of Tinsel Town’s first drinking establishment is now “an abominable megamall,” but the famous never let that stop them… Joan Crawford, for instance, traveled with her

own liquor supply; several bottles of it, in fact. Humphrey Bogart was happy to drink any time except New Year’s Eve, because it was more fun to watch everybody else then. Louis B. Mayer once assembled a “Tracy Squad,” whose sole job was to rescue an inebriated Spencer Tracy. John Wayne, says Bailey, was one of the ﬁrst people to drink margaritas. And when Lee Marvin got drunk (which happened regularly), he often couldn’t remember where he lived. As Hollywood scandal books go, “Of All the Gin Joints” is one of the more unique — and one of the more enjoyable. From La-La Land’s ﬁrst watering hole to locales in which you can still belly up to the bar, author Mark Bailey pours readers a double shot of bad behavior from Hollywood’s yesteryear. The stories you’ll read here are wide-reaching (starting with Fatty Arbuckle and ending more recently), funny, and just a little snarky, with the occasional pathetic tale thrown in for balance. Bailey’s also adept at revealing tiny secrets that will surprise even the most ardent fan. Add illustrations from Edward Hemingway, addresses of the clubs still standing, and recipes (!) and you’ll want another round. Hollywood watchers, trivia buffs, and movie fans will down this book in short order. Mixologists will want to try the ideas inside. Or, if you just like a nip now and then, grab “Of All the Gin Joints.” You’ll drink to that too. s Terri Schlichenmeyer has been reading since she was 3 years old and she never goes anywhere without a book. She lives with her two dogs and 11,000 books.

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