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CONTENTS MAY 2011 • VOL. 12 ISSUE 05

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Tapas Senior Center Calendar of Events

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ON THE COVER – Jack and Linda Seltzer, newly retired Alachua County teachers, facilitate the Gainesville International Folk Dancers. This group invites people of all ages and skills to learn dances from around the world.

They are quick to point out that single dancers are welcome since not all of the dances require a partner.

Theatre Listings Crossword Puzzle Reading Corner

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PHOTO BY TJ MORRISSEY for LOTUS STUDIOS

Run Amuck with the Duck

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Enjoying Act Three

by Ellis Amburn

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Hop, Skip or Jump for a Lung Cancer Cure

Healthy Edge

by Kendra Siler-Marsiglio

BY MARY KYPREOS

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Heroes... Then and Now

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by Donna Bonnell

The Marine Corps League’s Gator Detachment 990

BY JANICE C. KAPLAN

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A Dance “For The People!”

Embracing Life

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Perspectives on Aging

by Carlos Muniz

Local Dancers a Natural Fit for the Social Traditions of Folk Dance

BY JANICE C. KAPLAN

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A Goal for Life Practice Proven Health and Fitness Principles

BY MARY KYPREOS

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Memorial Day In Memory and Celebration of Veterans Now Gone

BY PALMA LEE STEPHENS

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WINNER! Congratulations to the winner from our APRIL 2011 issue…

Lorna Johnston from Newberry, Florida

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Rafael Cott, M.D. invites you to participate in the 5th annual

RIDE TO REMEMBER

SATURDAY, MAY 14, 2011

BOULWARE SPRINGS PARK 3400 SE 15TH STREET GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA

FLEMINGTON COMMUNITY PARK 18200 NORTH HWY 329 OCALA, FLORIDA

Proceeds benefit ElderCare of Alachua County and support Al’z Place, an adult day care facility for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease.

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Registration begins at 7 a.m; bike ride begins at 8 a.m.

You can begin your bike ride in Gainesville or Ocala. The bike trails range from one mile to 100 miles. Rest stops will be provided with drinks and snacks.

Pre-registration is $35 online or by mail; $40 on the day of the event.

Includes meals and a T-shirt.

Please call (352) 265-9040 or visit www.gccfla.org/rtr to register.

Please also consider joining us as a SPONSOR for this fun event.

ElderCare’s Mission: To be an advocate for the elderly and their caregivers and to provide the services that will build capacity, maximize independence and enrich the quality of life for the elderly in north central Florida.

ElderCare of Alachua County, Inc. is a 501C3 organiza on. Your sponsorship is tax deduc ble.

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services registra on number is CH1801. A copy of the official registra on and financial informa on may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services by calling toll-free (800-435-7352) within the state of Florida. Registra on does not imply endorsement, approval or recommenda on by the state of Florida.

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FROM THE EDITOR œ ALBERT ISAAC

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Chances are, you or someone you know has been touched by cancer.

As I type these words, my sister is battling the disease. Additionally, my mother has successfully fought off this monster -- twice. One of my roommates from college has just finished an extensive battery of treatments, while another old roommate was not so fortunate and died from melanoma several years ago.

Personally, I have had two skin cancers removed from the back of my neck. A visit to my dermatologist prevented a potentially lethal situation.

This month, the Bonnie J. Addario Lung Cancer Foundation (BJALCF) will sponsor the Run Amuck with the Duck -- Fight Lung Cancer event, which takes place at North Florida Regional Medical Center in Gainesville. The foundation was inspired by the need to create awareness of lung cancer and to dispel the notion that it is a disease caused primarily by smoking.

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Senior Day is on the horizon -- and we’re not talking high school senior skip day or a special day set-aside for college seniors. May 25 marks National Senior Health and Fitness Day, a day to get physical. In this edition of Senior Times we learn a little about Senior Day. I’ve read that any amount of physical activity can bring great benefits. My wife, having listened to me complain enough about my lack of exercise, signed me up for a gym membership. (Think she’s trying to tell me something?)

I’ve just started going, but I’m already feeling better, experiencing aches in muscles I didn’t even know I had.

Exercise is probably the closest thing we’ve got to a Fountain of Youth, so we’d best jump in.

These stories and much more can be found in this edition, so sit back (maybe on a stationary bicycle?) and enjoy!

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BY PALMA LEE STEPHENS After a life-long love of writing and graduating with a B.A. in English with a year of journalism credits, Palma Lee Stephens worked on the periphery of the medical field in medical transcription and recently turned more seriously to writing again. Palm1Tree@aol.com

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TAPAS œ MAY

“A Patient Waiter is No Loser” America’s first telegram was sent by inventor Samuel Morse on January 6th, 1838 — it read “A patient waiter is no loser.” The message traveled across approximately two miles of wire at Speedwell Ironworks near Morristown, New Jersey. On May 24th, 1844, Morse and his assistant Alfred Vail sent the first official message “WHAT HATH GOD WROUGHT” from the Old Supreme Court Chamber in Washington to the old Mt. Clare Depot in Baltimore. The message was all capital letters because the original Morse code alphabet had no question mark or lower case.

HOW DOES A

Firefly MAKE LIGHT?

AS OF SEPTEMBER 2010, THE UNITED STATES HELD THE RECORD FOR THE GREATEST NUMBER OF CENTENARIANS (PERSON’S 100 YEARS OLD OR GREATER) IN THE WORLD — AN ESTIMATED 70,490.

ON THE LAST MONDAY IN MAY Memorial Day (originally known as Decoration Day) began in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. During the first celebration of Decoration Day, General James Garfield made a speech at Arlington National Cemetery, after which 5,000 participants helped to decorate the graves of the more than 20,000 Union and Confederate soldiers buried in the cemetery.

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Tequila CON GUSANO *with the worm

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It is a common misconception that certain tequilas are sold “con gusano,” or “with the worm.” Only certain Mezcals — another agave based alcohol — contain a worm in the bottle. The inclusion of a worm was started by the Nacional Vinicola company as a marketing gimmick for their Gusano Rojo mezcal in the 1940s.

There are several theories on how fireflies control the “on” and “off ” of their photic organs.

However, the exact mechanism(s) has yet to be worked out. The “Oxygen Control Theory” is based on the firefly turning on and off its light by controlling the oxygen supply to the photic organ for use in the chemical reaction.

The “Neural Activation Theory” hypothesizes that fireflies have neural control of structures called “tracheal end cells” which, upon stimulation, may release a messenger molecule in the photic organ, which initiates the activation of the chemical reaction. Regardless of how fireflies control the “on” and “off ” of their bioluminescence, this method for producing light is very efficient, with very little heat given off as wasted energy.

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Henry Kissinger

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May 27th, 1923 German-born American political scientist, diplomat, and recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize. He served as National Security Advisor and later concurrently as Secretary of State in the administrations of Presidents Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford. After his term, his opinion was still sought by many following presidents and many world leaders.

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May 11, 1933

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egining on January 1st, the 79-million-strong baby boom generation will be turning 65 at the rate 10,000 people per day. That’s one every 8 seconds for the next 19 years. — www.nytimes.com

MAY 13TH, 1955 — JACKSONVILLE, FL

Rock & Roll Riot

The Beatles “Let It Be”

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eleased on May 8th, 1970, “Let It Be” is the 12th and final studio album released by the English rock band the Beatles. There is some dispute among critics about whether the album should be considered the band’s final album because it was recorded in 1969 before the recording and release of the album “Abbey Road.” Originally set for release in mid-1969 with the title “Get Back,” the band was unhappy with the result and the recordings where temporarily shelved. In March, 1970 the recordings were given to famed produced Phil Spector and released as “Let It Be” shortly after the band announced its break up. Despite giving the album a negative review at the time of its release, Rolling Stone ranked it number 86 in its 2003 list of the 500 greatest albums of all time.

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By Mexican law, Tequila can only be produced from the Blue Agave — a plant that relies on bats for pollination. No Bats, No Agave. No Agave, well, you get the point. While In recent years the agave seedlings used for tequila production are increasingly being grown in labs, bats still account for the majority of the pollination that makes commercial tequila production possible.

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THE ALACHUA COUNTY SENIOR RECREATION CENTER

Project Update The roof is up, the windows are in, the exterior surface is on and streetlights have been installed, bringing the Senior Recreation Center another step closer to completion.

“The building is dried-in,” said Ty Bliss, project manager with Mills Gilbane. “A decorative stone veneer is going up and all interior finishes are about to start.”

Bliss also said the building is LEED (Leadership Engineering and Environmental Design) certified.

“LEED is the U.S. Green Building Council ranking system about how sustainable your business is designed,” Bliss said. “This building has a Silver certification.”

This ranking means it has more efficient heating and cooling, electrical and plumbing systems, he said.

“And it has a lot of natural light,” Bliss said. “We are also using regional and recycled materials, and it is overall environmentally friendly.”

Located at 5710 N.W. 34th Street by the

Northside Park, this $5.5 million facility promises to offer a myriad of services and opportunities for Seniors in Alachua County. The center will also serve as a hurricane shelter.

Seniors can expect to find the latest in fitness training, health education, nutrition services, preventative screenings, service delivery, arts and cultural activities, a computer lab and social and volunteer opportunities.

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AWARENESS

Run Amuck with the Duck Hop, Skip or Jump for a Lung Cancer Cure

By Mary Kypreos

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n the fight against lung cancer, one three-word question continually undermines the disease: “Did you smoke?”

To lung cancer survivors, fighters and advocates, this seemingly simplistic question ignores the fact that lung cancer is no longer a smoker’s disease.

“We really want to raise the awareness that this is an equal-opportunity disease,” said lung-cancer survivor Caren Gorenberg. “The face of lung cancer has changed dramatically over the last few years, but the stigma has not.”

Reversing this stigma has, in fact, become almost as important as fighting lung cancer itself since the question often implies that lung-cancer patients “deserve” it. This in turn leads to a greater lack in funding and fewer breakthroughs in research compared to other cancers.

Run Amuck with the Duck: Fight Lung Cancer, a 5K walk or run series in its second year nationally and in Gainesville, seeks to do just that: Raise awareness and funds for lung cancer while changing misconceptions.

“We just have to change it and educate people and let people know that they have to support it,” Gorenberg said.

The Bonnie J. Addario Lung Cancer Foundation (BJALCF) sponsors the event, which takes place this year on May 14 at the North Florida Regional Medical Center.

“We are really looking forward to the event and thrilled to be back in Gainesville,” said Amelia Lewis, event director at the BJALCF. In Gainesville, more than 330 people pre-registered last year, with 50 people registering that day, she said. The event raised more than $35,000 in

PHOTO COURTESY OF BJALCF In this photo, local lung-cancer survivor Caren Gorenberg’s daughter, Jamie Gorenberg, and granddaughter, Aidan Gorenberg Screwvala, show support for Run Amuck with the Duck.

Gorenberg said that family, friends and her doctor help her constantly. Every three weeks for years, four of her friends went to chemotherapy with Gorenberg.

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Gainesville and greater than $700,000 nationwide in 2010.

“We had tremendous support in Gainesville,” Lewis said. “Caren Gorenberg and Dianne Caridi did a fantastic job. We are hoping for the same beautiful weather we had last year and the same turnout.”

Pre-registration and day-of-the-event registration are available this year. Furthermore, they always appreciate and love to have volunteers who can help with refreshments, registration, etc.

BJALCF started the walk/run series as a way to reach out to communities and spread awareness of lung cancer, Lewis said.

“What we found is that there is really a lack of lung cancer events across America,” she said. “It has been a tremendous success in increasing awareness.”

Bonnie Addario began BJALCF, which shares her name, after fighting her own battle with lung cancer.

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Although the foundation is relatively young at only five years old, it nonetheless strives to have a positive impact on the lung cancer fight.

“Our immediate goal is to make sure that every single patient has the same opportunity to survive.”

BJALCF wants to help raise the 5-year survival rate of lung cancer from 15.5 percent, where it has remained stagnant for decades, said BJALCF Executive Director Shelia Vondriska.

“Our immediate goal is to make sure that every single patient has the same opportunity to survive,” she said.

Furthermore, they want to develop a blood test to detect lung cancer earlier.

When caught early, the survival rate in-

creases from 15.5 percent to 92 percent -- a huge difference between life and death. At the moment, lung cancer is often discovered through CT scans.

“Lung cancer doesn’t have any symptoms, so most patients don’t catch it until they are at stage 4,” Vondriska said.

Lung cancer is measured in four stages, the last of which indicates an advanced stage of cancer that has usually moved to other areas in the body, according to Lungcancer.org.

BJALCF focuses on lung cancer not only because of Bonnie, but also because few people care about the disease due to the smoking stigma, she said.

“I believe we can change it, and it is just a matter of time,” Vondriska said.

“But not all lung-cancer patients have this time. If we can get $20 from a million people, imagine what that could do for lung cancer,” she said.

For Gorenberg and Dianne Caridi, both local lung-cancer survivors, this funding

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By the Numbers...

You can get lung cancer if you have never smoked; in fact, 60 percent of lung cancer is in people who have never smoked or are former smokers

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Lung cancer accounts for 30 percent of all cancer deaths and is the number one cancer killer. It affects more people than breast, prostate, colon, liver, melanoma and kidney cancers combined

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Information courtesy of the Bonnie J. Addario Lung Cancer Foundation.

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PHOTO COURTESY OF BJALCF TOP: Former Gainesville Mayor Pegeen Hanrahan poses with local lung-cancer survivor Caren Gorenberg at Run with the Duck 2010. To fellow lung cancer patients, Gorenberg said: “There is hope coming, research is actively going on right this minute to help.�

ABOVE: Run Amuck with the Duck, the Bonnie J. Addario Lung Cancer Foundation 5K walk/run event, returns to the North Florida Regional Medical Center for its second time on May 14.

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PHOTO COURTESY OF BJALCF Lung-cancer survivor Dianne Caridi with her husband, Joe, and their two children, Joey and Anthony.

means the difference between a death sentence and living with the lung cancer.

Doctors diagnosed Gorenberg with stage 4 lung cancer after a routine chest X-ray in 2006.

“I had not a sign; not a symptom,” she said. “I felt fabulous, so it was particularly shocking.”

Over the years, she has had multiple rounds of chemotherapy, part of her lung removed, and she now takes the drug Tarceva daily.

Gorenberg explained that she calls it her “golden pill” because of its expense and the fact that it keeps her alive.

She received her first clear scan in January of 2008 and continues to receive scans every three months. Thus far she has remained cancer free.

Caridi, who was a competitive swimmer, went to the doctors with what

she thought was acid reflux but turned out to be lung cancer.

“When I found out the diagnoses, it was literally a shock in my life,” she said.

For Caridi, it was -- and is -- her family, friends and community who help her, and from whom she draws her strength.

“My family and kids are the number one motivating factor to keep moving every day,” Caridi said, admitting that it is difficult to ignore a call for “mommy!”

Most importantly, Caridi hopes cancer patients will keep fighting: “No matter what the statistics say, don’t give up hope. You never know what is around the corner.” § For more information about volunteering or any questions about the event, contact Caren Gorenberg at carengorenberg@gmail.com, Subject: Run Amuck

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COMMUNITY œ SPOTLIGHT

Volunteer of the Year Winners Announced The Florida Museum of Natural History names Jane Blanchard and Jerry Hessels recipients of Volunteer of the Year Award. Blanchard has completed more than 1,175 hours of service since she began volunteering in 2007, and works in the Lepidoptera, paleobotany and palynology collections.

“She has completed dedicated and important work in two very different areas and that’s not the norm,” said Julie Crosby, Florida Museum volunteer coordinator.

Blanchard identifies and labels butterflies and moths, catalogs plant fossils and has photographed and documented hundreds of specimens. She also was a co-author on a peer-reviewed journal article because of her extensive work on plant fossils.

Hessels began volunteering at the museum as an exhibit docent in 1989. Now 93, he continues to serve as an exhibit and school program docent and Butterfly Rainforest guide.

“He is a wonderful docent and shares his enthusiasm for lifelong learning with all visitors,” Crosby said. “Fellow docents really admire Jerry and consider him a role model.”

The James Pope Cheney Volunteer of the Year Award is presented annually to recognize Florida Museum volunteers who show exceptional interest in the collections of the museum; effort toward the educational advancement of children; and enthusiastic support for the museum and volunteer communities. It honors Cheney, who was a Florida Museum docent for 14 years before his death in 2004.

Blanchard and Hessels also have been nominated for the 39th Annual Work of Heart Volunteer Awards.

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Can you remember doing your recommended exercises, like walking, worrying the whole time about what you would do should there be an emergency, like a heart attack. How would you contact someone for help?

Most of us had hoped that someday someone would figure out a way to make us safe and secure with a portable telephone.

Today’s mobile telephones are the answer. This is why many seniors have one. One of the greatest benefits to owning a cell phone is the security of knowing that they can call for assistance anytime or anywhere you need to.

In past decades, millions of people were stranded on the side of the road in the middle of nowhere because their car broke down. Not being able to get help and having to rely on the kindness of strangers who passed by. It was not only frustrating, it was also very dangerous.

There are still many seniors who do not want to own a mobile phone, mostly because of cost

and concern about using a confusing new device.

Many do not want to pay for a wireless phone plan, especially if they aren’t going to be making calls. For those people, a prepaid cell phone is the perfect gift.

Cellular phones have come a long way, and constant improvements have made them convenient to carry and easy to use. Mobile phones are basically the same as your home phone.

We are a cell phone company, InTouch America, that offers you a free phone, and you only pay $3.99 per month, and only 18¢ per minute when you have to call someone.

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If you are seeking a way to protect yourself or your loved ones, a cell phone could be the answer. Take the worry out of everyday activities. Knowing that help is just a telephone call away is important.

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COLUMN œ ELLIS AMBURN

Enjoying Act Three The day Elizabeth Taylor died I woke up late, turned on the TV, and heard the sad news.

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ince my biography of her was being rushed out, I knew the media would be knocking at my door. Checking my cell phone voicemail, I heard the following message, delivered in mellifluous, supremely confident tones, Gotham to the core: “Mr. Amburn, my name is Lynn Jordan Martin, just Lynn for short. I am the opinion editor of FoxNews.com in New York. I have just been talking about your updated biography of Elizabeth Taylor, “The Most Beautiful Woman in the World,” with your editor Kate Nintzel at Harper, because, as you know, today is March 23rd, and Elizabeth Taylor died this morning. I am calling to invite you to write an op-ed piece that we would give a lot of prominent play to for FoxNews. com., the website of the Fox News Channel. We are a very highly trafficked website and I would be happy to tease the new edition of your book at the bottom of your op-ed piece and put in any links and any other items that need to go in there. Please call me at your earliest convenience. Take care. Bye.” She’d left a second message, adding, “Our opinion section, for which we’d like you to write a 2,000-word ‘appreciation’ of Ms. Taylor, draws more than 2 million page views per week.”

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With 80,000 copies of my Taylor bio making their way to the stores, I needed all the publicity I could get, and the article for Fox News poured out of me in a single breath. Lynn messaged back immediately: “Dear Ellis, My heartfelt thanks, again. I really appreciate it.

Looking forward to next week’s op-ed already! Hed: Elizabeth Taylor-The Most Beautiful Woman in the World to

“Elizabeth Taylor, Her Life, Her Legacy,” which I’d filmed the previous year, was shown on the TV Guide channel. The crew had invaded my cottage in High Springs, set up lights and camera, and my humble digs look glamorous and me about 10 years younger.

The first copy of the book went to Elizabeth’s friend Jack Larson, my principal interviewee for both the original 2000 edition and the 2011 update. Jack is beloved by millions who know him as Superman’s buddy Jimmy Olsen on the original 1950’s TV series. It was Jack and his partner James Bridges, the late, great director of “Urban Cowboy” and “The Paper Chase,” who introduced me around the film colony and made my three Hollywood biographies possible.

An author’s sources are not always pleased when they see their words in print, so you can imagine my relief when Jack called from his Frank Lloyd Wright house in Brentwood and said, “I’ve been rereading your Elizabeth Taylor book, and I’m am amazed at how much new work you’ve done. I like and admire and

An author’s sources are not always pleased when they see their words in print… the End of Her Life.”

Last time I looked, it’s still on FoxNews.com. Check it out.

“USA Today” called, eager for an interview on Elizabeth’s ideas about love and romance for a commemorative edition. Hank Conner wanted me for his WUFT-FM radio call-in show, “Conner Calling.” We talked about how Elizabeth remained a party animal to the end, hanging out with Colin Farrell, a young Turk named Bulent Tugrul, and the boys at the Abbey, a West Hollywood gay bar, where she sipped tequila shots and held court from her wheelchair as recently as last Halloween.

The weekend after her death,

am pleased with the book so much. I’m glad I was helpful to you. Thank you for the lovely, friendliest words in the preface and all the words throughout.

Looks like your book is meant to be on every shelf, in every airport, every place they sell paperbacks in the nation. Congratulations on your hard work, all the research, and the know-how of writing a successful book. A big hug to you. I hope you make a fortune on it.”

From Jack Larson’s lips to God’s ears. § Ellis Amburn guest-lectures at the University of Florida on journalism and book publishing. He can be reached at ellis.amburn@gmail.com.

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SEMPER FI

Heroes…

Then and Now The Marine Corps League’s Gator Detachment 990

By Janice C. Kaplan

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hey were heroes once, fighting for our country from Iwo Jima to Iraq and countless places in between. Today they are heroes for our community, providing toys over the holidays for children in need and helping area youth realize a life of achievement and caring.

They are the Gator Detachment 990, the local chapter of the National Marine Corps League (MCL). Founded in 1998, the Gator Detachment includes roughly 100 men and women who are former Marines and Fleet Marine Force members. The group’s mission is to provide friendship and camaraderie in order to preserve corps traditions and serve area residents.

“The Marine Corps League is about having a place Marines can come to and be around other Marines,” said Scott DuPree, outgoing Commandant of the Gator Detachment. “Whether you’re from World War II or you just got back from Afghanistan, we all share a bond. Somebody younger like me can go up to a WWII Marine vet and start talking Marine Corps stuff, and instantly

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we’re friends.”

The group also supports its members and other Marines outside of the Detachment, especially in times of need. Whether it is a financial crisis or the loss of a loved one, members rely on each other for help. They provide meals, monetary assistance or simply a shoulder to lean on and an ear to listen.

While the camaraderie of the MCL is a highlight of membership, the group’s purpose runs deeper. The Gator Detach-

While the program serves Alachua County, Kidwell and his volunteers try to extend their help beyond the area’s borders.

“After we have filled every request we possibly can in Alachua County that meets our criteria, we try to reach out and help the neighboring counties that don’t have a Toys For Tots program,” Kidwell said. “Those individuals would otherwise have to travel or try to go to an actual Marine Corps base in Orlando

“The Marine Corps League is about having a place Marines can come to and be around other Marines.

Whether you’re from World War II or you just got back from Afghanistan, we all share a bond. ment performs a variety of community service functions, most notably the county’s Toys for Tots drive. Detachment member Eric Kidwell has been in charge of the drive for six years, and during that time he has seen the number of children served grow from about 500 to more than 4,000 this past holiday season.

or Jacksonville and get on their list.”

The drive includes special efforts to raise money for the toys, including the annual Build A Better Holiday event run with UF’s Alpha Tau Omega fraternity and the Build-A-Bear store at the Oaks Mall. Kidwell explained that corporate sponsors, such as Glaeser Realty and seniortimesmagazine.com

ABOVE PHOTOS BY JANICE KAPLAN A candle is lit before the playing of Taps, a famous musical piece, sounded by the U.S. military nightly to indicate that it is “lights out”. The tune is also sometimes known as “Butterfield’s Lullaby”, or by the lyrics of its second verse, “Day is Done”. It is also played during flag ceremonies and funerals, generally on bugle or trumpet.

The somber tune is played by a bugler at the start of each meeting to remember fellow Marines who have died.

the Haile Plantation Country Club, are crucial to the program’s success, as are the many individual volunteers (from the Gator Detachment as well as organizations such as Gainesville Moms and the UF Marines ROTC program) who collect and sort the toys for distribution.

Indeed, much of the MCL’s community work involves area youth in some form. The group has a scholarship program and provides awards for outstanding Navy ROTC students at the junior and college level and also presents the awards for area Eagle scouts.

The Gator Detachment also runs the

Milton Lewis Young Marines, a chapter of the national program that provides an education and service program for kids from eight years of age through high school graduation.

“We try to teach Marine Corps values of honor, courage, commitment, good grades and a drug-free environment, to strengthen the youth of America,” said program coordinator Cary Hill.

The roughly 50 members of the local Young Marines group meet two Saturdays per month from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. to participate in drills, physicalfitness activities, field exercises and

classes such as drug reduction and camp outs. Members can also participate in summer excursions to a variety of places, such as camp in Huntsville, Alabama; a history tour that starts in Boston and continues down the east coast; and the ACES program that takes Young Marines to countries such as Great Britain, South Korea and Australia.

Private Devin Hazel, 13, and Lance Corporal Sara McCormick, 16, are two members of the local Young Marines. “I get a lot out of this program, like friends, people I can trust, a more physically fit life and a lot more confidence,” Hazel May 2011

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said. “The importance of the men and women in this group is to keep kids healthy and off drugs and alcohol and to focus on more school and your future education. Semper Fi!” McCormick echoes the spirit of camaraderie that many in the MCL emphasize. “The men and women in the group are all treated equally,” she said. “We are all one big family, and we help and teach each other every time we’re together.”

Kidwell explained that the call to service is ingrained in every Marine and carries over into volunteer work.

“The Marine Corps motto is to be the most ready when the nation is the least ready,” he said. “For Marines in this Detachment who are retired or off contract, that still holds true. They are the most ready when the community is the least ready, and they are here for everyone.”

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Gator Detachment continues to search for new members and raise money for its projects. Creating awareness of the group is a key component of this plan.

“We want to better establish our identity,” said public affairs officer Nicholas Rucarean. “The Marine Corps is a smaller group of people, and I think that we’re a little closer knit. Everybody has heard of the American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars [both of which admit members from all five branches of the military]. But nobody really recognizes the Marine Corps League. So we’re looking to expand our membership locally.”

The membership criteria are simple; candidates must be former Marine or Fleet Marine Force personnel. While there is no age requirement, many of the members are Seniors -- some of whom, like the 86-year-old Rucarean, served as far back as World War II. It is that shared history that Gator

Detachment members celebrate not just with each other but with the public as well. The group holds an annual Birthday Ball to mark the anniversary of the founding of the Marine Corps in 1775.

“We invite all members of the community every year, and we hope that the Marines from the community who aren’t members of the league come celebrate with us,” DuPree said.

Whether reminiscing about past service or helping those in need, the members of Gator Detachment 990 carry a sense of pride with everything they do.

“It’s that old Semper Fi feeling, the few and the proud,” Rucarean said. “I’m just proud to be a Marine.” § For more information about the Marine Corps League Gator Detachment 990, call Commandant Richard Lester at 386-4621192 or Public Information Officer Nicholas Rucarean at 352-333-7508, or visit the group’s website at www.gatordet.com.

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LIVE LONGER: RELAX œ KENDRA SILER-MARSIGLIO

Healthy Edge If you’re like me, you’ll probably find that “relaxation” is napping at the bottom your priority list.

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’m guilty of interpreting “relaxation” as the opposite of work or effort, when in fact it’s the antithesis of stress. Dr. Ed Creagan, Mayo Clinic Oncologist, suggests that stress reduces your life span. So, if you need to live longer, lose the stress by relaxing.

Some of us think that relaxation is for lazy people, or we may feel guilty if we relax -- as is the case of many caregivers. Others have a hard time finding the time to relax or being able to wind down. Does any of this sound familiar to you?

If so, your mindset is working against your health and longevity -- as is mine. It’s time for all of us to examine why we think that relaxation is bad or unnecessary and then, release those thoughts that don’t serve us well.

So, how does a Senior relax? Mayo Clinic suggests that you find ways to focus on the present and the “inner” you. It’s also about controlling your breathing, keeping it slow and steady.

The goal is to take a break from worrying about the future and take the time to enjoy the moment.

After you get your medical provider’s approval, Mayo Clinic recommends that you explore two relaxation techniques:

1. Progressive muscle relaxation.

Ever had tense muscles, but you wouldn’t have known it until someone touched the tense area? Progressive muscle relaxation helps you identify when your muscles are tense. It improves your awareness of physical sensations. You can try this technique by tensing and relaxing the muscles in your toes. Work your way up to your neck and head. Tense your muscles for at least five seconds and then relax for 30 seconds.

Repeat.

2. Visualization.

Just as it appears, visualization is about creating mental images of a calming place or situation. It’s important to capture as many senses as you can, including smell, sight, sound and touch. If you imagine relaxing at the beach, envision the smell of saltwater, see the sailboats on the horizon, hear the crashing waves, and feel the sand between your toes and the warmth of the sun on your body. Of course, this works best if you close your eyes, sit in a quiet spot, and loosen any tight-fitting clothing.

Another technique to try is simply walking in nature and letting your eyes move from side to side. Francine

Shapiro, Ph.D., discovered a powerful way to de-stress while walking in the park one day. She was thinking about something that was troubling her. She noticed that her eyes moved back and forth spontaneously as she walked, and her eye movement seemed to take the “disturbing quality” away from her troubling issue.

She started to research this discovery by bilaterally stimulating her patients’ eyes. Her patients were veterans with Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) who had been in therapy for years without success. The eye movement technique allowed them to release the emotional charge of their war memories. And, with only a few sessions, they were able to adopt more positive ways of seeing themselves.

The technique, later named Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), was also used successfully to treat survivors of the Oklahoma City bombing and the September 11 disaster survivors and their families, firemen, police officers and emergency personnel.

The American Psychiatric Association and the Department of Veterans Affairs strongly recommend EMDR to treat stress from trauma.

OTHER COMMON RELAXATION TECHNIQUES INCLUDE: • Yoga • Tai chi • Listening to music • Acupuncture • Meditation • Massage Regardless of the techniques you chose, your ability to relax improves with practice, routine and creativity. § Kendra Siler-Marsiglio, Ph.D. is the Director of the Rural Health Partnership at WellFlorida Council.

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LET’S DANCE

A Dance “For The People!”

Local Dancers a Natural Fit for the Social Traditions of Folk Dance

By Janice C. Kaplan

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olk dancing is defined as “a form of dance developed by a group of people that reflects the traditional life of the people of a certain country or region,” according to About.com. Folk dances often draw their beginnings from social celebrations such as weddings, and steps are either passed down through generations or learned through observation rather than from a choreographer.

Such history reveals the true spirit of folk dancing -- fellowship. And once a week the Gainesville International Folk Dancers convene to pass on centuries-old steps to newcomers and veterans alike.

The Gainesville International Folk Dancers was founded in the 1960s at the University of Florida. Participants of all ages learn line, couples and individual dances from countries around the world including Bulgaria, Israel, Ireland, Greece and Egypt. American dances such as the 12th Street Rag, Cotton Eye

Joe and Salty Dog Rag are also in the group’s repertoire.

The group meets every Friday evening, starting with instruction at 8:00 where members learn several short routines. At around 9:30 they take a break, make introductions and listen to

you do between dance camps” and “To dance or not to dance -- what a stupid question!” The lively music is punctuated by whoops and hollers as the spirited dancers learn and perfect their steps.

The group is currently facilitated by Jack and Linda Seltzer, both of whom

“I’ve always been a person who wanted to dance, but I didn’t have the opportunity growing up to take dance lessons.” announcements about upcoming events.

The rest of the evening is by request, with participants choosing the dances to perform without instruction.

The atmosphere is welcoming and whimsical. Visitors are greeted heartily at the door whether they have been a member for years or are trying folk dancing for the first time. A nearby table includes literature and buttons with irreverent sayings such as “Work is what

are newly retired Alachua County teachers. They share an inherent love of dancing despite their different backgrounds.

Jack’s parents were both folk dancers, so his childhood in Brighton Beach, New York was spent watching them twirl and skip across the room.

Linda, however, discovered folk dancing as an adult.

“I’ve always been a person who wanted to dance, but I didn’t have the

PHOTOS BY TJ MORRISEY for LOTUS STUDIOS Jack and Linda Seltzer are seen here dressed in Hungarian styling, Linda with an authentic Hungarian scarf and Jack wearing an Austrian hat and Hungarian boots. The red scarf is used in all dance environments.

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PHOTOS BY JANICE KAPLAN ABOVE: Linda and Jack Seltzer, facilitators for the Gainesville International Folk Dancers, recently attended a folkdance festival in Bulgaria for 11 days. (Photo courtesy of Jack Seltzer) LEFT: Dancer June Littler shows her spirit.

RIGHT: Whimsical buttons and other paraphernalia are available so dancers can share their enthusiasm for folk dancing.

opportunity growing up to take dance lessons,” she said of her New Orleans upbringing. “As an adult I searched for dancing, and by that time ballet was too difficult. So I found this folk dance

been dancing for decades, but they emphasize that experience is not necessary to join. One only needs a little persistence, along with a willingness to learn and have fun.

“I like the beat. Anybody who taps their toe hearing any kind of music, this is for you!” group and after the first dance I thought, ‘wow this is fun!’”

The Seltzers met at a folk dance camp in Chicago where Jack was teaching and Linda attended. The duo ultimately married and moved to Gainesville, where they joined the Gainesville International Folk Dancers in the 1980s.

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“We teach a dance and then review it the next week and usually the week after,” Jack said. “So if you are serious about learning a dance, you can come three times in a row and it will be easier.”

With hundreds of dances under their collective belt, the group has a sizable repertoire to teach so participants always have something new to learn. And

while Jack and Linda are the primary organizers, many members have enough knowledge to teach the dances as well -- and they often do.

The physical requirements to participate in the dances are minimal, especially considering the benefits.

“You do need to be mobile,” Linda said.

“But with a lot of dances you can get by with walking, even if others are jumping. Dancing is great exercise because it engages your brain too. You have to remember steps and synthesize routines.”

The characteristics of folk dance make it an ideal activity for Seniors, as demonstrated by June Littler. A retired librarian from Santa Fe College, this 78 year old (“and proud of it!”) started dancing with the group eight years ago. seniortimesmagazine.com

“It gets me standing up and moving,” she said. “On top of that, I like the beat.

Anybody who taps their toe hearing any kind of music, this is for you!”

Many members have found that the benefits of folk dance go beyond the physical. The Seltzers, for example, sometimes travel internationally.

“We just got back from Bulgaria,” Linda said. “We did a festival there. If you’ve done the dances, you appreciate cultures more, even if you don’t get up and dance.

It’s like speaking the language.”

John Ward, 73, is a retired UF art history professor who has been with the group since the 1970s.

“I started dancing up at Yale in 1961,” Ward said.

Ward, as it turns out, is a crucial rea-

son for the Gainesville group’s longevity.

“When I came down here,” Ward said, “I looked for a group and saw a sign in Broward Hall for folk dancing. I said, ‘Is this real international folk dancing?’ And they said, ‘Yes, but this is our last meeting because the girl running it is graduating.’ So I said, ‘No, no, you can’t do that!’ I had a few records so we just kept going.”

In addition to expanding their knowledge of dances, the Gainesville International Folk Dancers regularly perform in the North Central Florida area. Last year they performed at the Harn Museum of Art to commemorate an exhibition of European art, and they have strutted their stuff dancing and teaching at Santa Fe College.

The group has about 10-20 regular

participants and is always looking for new members of all age groups. (Men in particular are encouraged to join so more couples dances can be performed.)

At $3.00 per meeting -- and $1.00 for students -- it is an inexpensive way to get moving, meet people and learn about world cultures.

“This is folk dancing -- it’s for the people!” Jack said. “It’s not too difficult to start at any age and it brings out a spark of excitement. Listen to this music! It’s in the music. If you have that little spark in you, folk dancing is fantastic.” § For more information about the Gainesville International Folk Dancers, call 352-3592903 or visit www.gifd.org.

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BE CAREFUL WHAT YOU WISH FOR œ DONNA BONNELL

Embracing Life Poets, storytellers and writers are obsessed with a relentless need to share simple everyday events.

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ost messages are timeless, with only the era and venue being different.

On a recent rainy afternoon, I had a rare opportunity to leisurely shop alone at the mall. As I passed the fountain in the food court, I witnessed its mysterious power. Individuals of all ages ceremoniously tossed coins into the flowing water. Time seemed to stand still. I felt an eerie connection to Aesop, the Greek raconteur born in the sixth century BC. Like Aesop, I am not content with quietly enjoying free time; I desperately wanted to warn haphazard wishmakers. However, I restrained myself and decided to remind readers (via this column) of Aesop’s famous fable, “Be careful what you wish for.”

For many years, I never gave the subject of my wishes a second thought.

Rarely asking for anything personal, I considered myself a non-selfish individual, almost a martyr. As I blew out birthday candles, I closed my eyes and secretly asked people to stop fighting.

When I was not wishing, I was worrying. Anxiety consumed my life!

Was my house clean enough; do people like me; am I a good mother? The list

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was endless in spite of my desire to improve my diminished self-esteem.

Attending self-confidence seminars and reading self-help books only made me feel inferior to the authors and leaders who presented their topics. Eventually, I prayed merely for peace, love and happiness.

In addition, I vowed to keep my mind open to new ideas.

On a routine workday in 2006, a presenter from one of the workshops I attended unexpectedly appeared at my office door. She oozed enthusiasm and her mischievous grin caught me by complete surprise. Shaking from shear excitement, she explained her compulsion to share a possible life-changing book. She gave me “The Secret Revealed -- The Law of Attraction,” written by Rhonda Byrne.

God knew the time was right and provided the resource.

Byrne’s book opened new avenues of exploration for me into the physics of the mind. It offered solutions to life’s most perplexing questions. One such dilemma had an astonishing answer.

Why do some people seem to easily achieve every goal and receive anything they desire?

Byrne believes those individuals

are masters of the Universal Law of Attraction (even if they are unaware of their expertise). The basic principle: we attract what we pay attention to. If your life is not what you hoped it would be, it is the result of negative thoughts.

Receiving wishes has nothing to do with our personality, religion or being a “good” or a “bad” person. Achieving desires, however, has everything to do with affirming that we deserve anything we truly want. Simply stated -- ASK, BELIEVE and RECEIVE. Changing my thought process has been much more difficult than understanding Bryne’s philosophy. I used to pray (wish) for something not to happen and then worry about the situation. All that practice did was to attract more of the same pessimistic outcome and shield myself from receiving the positive experiences I so desperately craved.

Learning to ask for what I want has been difficult, as I had to first convince myself that I am worthy of happiness.

Decades of feeling inferior does not easily disappear. It has been five years since I discovered the secret. While I am still working on perfecting the art of wish making, it is becoming easier.

Ironically, (perhaps) I recently visited the legendary Trevi Fountain.

The night-lights of Rome magically sparkled in the spray of the spectacular landmark. Blinking my blurry misty eyes, I gazed at the stars and heaven above. I felt pure happiness and realized that dreams really do come true.

As I waited for my turn to toss coins over my shoulder, a stranger whispered the familiar fable, “Be careful what you wish for.”

Thank you, Aesop. § Donna Bonnell is a freelance writer who moved to Newberry in 1983. She enjoys living and working in the town she now calls home. donna@towerpublications.com

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A Goal for Life Practice Proven Health and Fitness Principles

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or the past 18 years, more than 100,000 people at 1,000 events in all 50 states have joined together on one day for a single, common goal: encouraging older Americans to become or remain fit and healthy.

“Older adults at all levels of physical fitness are encouraged to participate in National Senior Health and Fitness Day (NSHFD),” said Patricia Henze, NSHFD program manager, in a press release. “Our goals for Senior Day are to make exercise fun, to increase awareness of the benefits of a regular exercise program for older adults, and to encourage all older adults to take advantage of the many health and fitness programs offered in their communities.”

Senior Day occurs on the last

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Wednesday of May, falling this year on May 25, and provides an opportunity “to showcase what local organizations are doing to promote senior health in their communities,” said NSHFD Program Manager Gary Ford.

Any organization can hold an event, but only those events that officially register with NSHFD are listed and publicly available through their website.

“National event activities in the past have included fitness walks, low-impact exercises, health screenings, health information workshops and more,” states the website.

The concept of a health and fitness day for Seniors was originally borrowed from National Employee Health and Fitness Day. From there, Senior Day took

off right away.

Now, “there are events in every major city and state around the country,” Ford said.

Seniors wishing to observe the day should check with local organizations to see who is sponsoring events, he said.

As the date approaches, they can also e-mail info@fitnessday.com for a list of officially registered, local organizations holding activities.

Ford stressed the importance Senior Day: “As they get older, staying healthy and fit becomes even more important than when they were younger,” he said.

For Seniors interested in improving their overall health and fitness levels, Ford suggests looking at activities available at senior centers, health clubs, agseniortimesmagazine.com

ing organizations, hospitals, retirement communities, etc.

Furthermore, he suggests going to the Internet, specifically healthfinder. gov, which is a gateway website for vetted information on what is available, and nihseniorhealth.gov, which presents information specifically for older adults, for more information on the subject.

One reason Ford said keeping track of one’s health while aging is important is because staying fit helps with the prevention and reduction of diseases and illnesses.

“The value of physical activity is high,” he said, adding it has a significant impact on health.

Mike Wasik, clinical coordinator for Shands Fitness and Wellness Center, stressed the importance as well.

“Regular physical activity is going to help decrease heart disease and diabetes and helps decrease blood pressure and obesity,” Wasik said.

Furthermore, it can reduce dependence on certain medications, such as insulin for diabetes patients.

Senior exercise routines, Wasik said, May 2011

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should contain four main components: strength, cardio, balance and flexibility.

“Strength training helps with preventing loss of bone mass,” he said.

This component should not be frightening; however, strength training does change as one ages, so Seniors should consider doing more repetition with lighter weights.

Cardio exercise helps build stamina

and increases endurance, while balance skills should be maintained to help prevent falls and unnecessary injuries.

“Balance is a very important component as an exercise program as you age,” Wasik said.

Finally, flexibility also plays a role since it helps avoid sprains as muscles lose some elasticity when aging.

Before beginning any activity, Wasik

said it is necessary to always speak with a physician and not only for a health check. In some cases, restrictions will be applied to some or all activities. Such restrictions could include monitoring heart rate during exercise or not going above a certain blood pressure number.

After getting the all clear, it is important “to do the exercise with proper technique and progression and form,” he said.

This includes not trying to make up for lost time by pushing too far too fast.

“Take it slow,” he said. “See how you feel afterwards.”

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something is not right,” Wasik said.

A little soreness can be natural, but if one can barely move the next day, the workout is too intense. Furthermore, joint pain should never occur. If this happens, continue following the exercise but only work through a limited part of the motion.

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After all, what is the point in making a commitment to become healthier only to let an injury or underlying problem get in the way and eventually force a person back into a sedentary lifestyle?

There can be many reasons this happens, whether it is pushing too fast or simply not knowing what to do, Wasik said.

In the latter case, whether it has led to past injuries or not, Wasik recommended coming to see him or any exercise professional. They can help set up unique programs created to encourage exercising the proper way. Then, most of the time, a person can transition to exercising on their own.

Finally, as with any person in any age group, only choose exercises and an exercise time that you can commit to.

“There are things to do that you can get fit and enjoy, and if you enjoy it, you will be more apt to stick to the program,” Wasik said. §

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emorial Day falls on May 30 this year and once again will be celebrated at Forest Meadows Cemetery East on Hawthorne Road with much fanfare and entertainment. The Jon C. Thomas family of Forest Meadows Funeral Home and Cemeteries will again host the event.

Following the ceremony, the host will provide a free barbecue for all.

The ceremony will be conducted near the Military Garden of Honor, and wreaths dedicated to each branch of the military will be placed in front of the veterans’ memorial dedicated by Forest Meadows. The Buchholz High School Band will play a special taps during the dedication known as “echo taps.”

Bagpipes, Fire Rescue honor guard, patriotic music played by the Buchholz High School Band, and a one-man theatrical performance by Ray Davis to honor the flag -- complete with Revolutionary War costume -- are all on the itinerary. Congressman Cliff Stearns or his representative John Konkus are slated to attend.

Bob Gasche, 86, a World War II veteran who fought at Iwo Jima, said, “I have had the privilege of coordinating this event for the past six years or

so, bringing people together that have a common bond of love of country. And I want to make it a meaningful day.”

Gasche is one of the dwindling ranks of World War II veterans, a member of “The Greatest Generation,” as newsman and author Tom Brokaw dubbed them in the book of that title.

Gasche handpicked Jim Lynch, retired Alachua County Veterans Service Officer of 27 years, this year and years past, to assist him with the planning and organization. Among other things, Lynch is working on getting a fly-over during the ceremony, and Gasche and he are working with the City of Gainesville and the Alachua County Commission to issue proclamations dedicating the day to Alachua County veterans.

“There will be a little talk about the Fisher House,” Lynch said, “which will operate similar to the Ronald McDonald House, but for the families of veterans hospitalized at the VA.” Each year, Gasche chooses a veterans’ group to honor. One group honored in the past featured women in the military during World War II known as the WASP (Women Airforce Service Pilots).

They were the first women in history to fly American military aircraft.

“They loved to fly,” Gasche said. He met several of the survivors, now in their 80s and 90s, flown to Gainesville from all over the United States for the Memorial Day ceremony. Gasche said that of the several hundred WASP, thirty-eight of them lost their lives here in the United States flying crippled planes to the factory for repair that had been shipped back from overseas. “They relieved men for combat duty by flying planes here in this country,” Gasche said.

This year’s honorees are the Gainesville and Alachua County Fire Rescue.

Two veterans from the city and two from the county will represent the group, and they or Gasche will speak for the group during the ceremony. Fire Rescue will bring their equipment -- and their bagpipes!

Ray Davis, descended from a family of American Revolutionary times, will wear a general’s uniform from that period and perform a dramatic address in tribute to the flag.

“It’s one of the highlights,” Lynch said. “He’s eloquent and articulate. The audience is always spellbound. I take Mr. Davis with me to area schools; he’s in much demand.”

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and songs. The Commander of the American Legion post, Ed Van Buren, will sing. When he sang last year, he “had everyone in tears,” Lynch said.

Another presence at the ceremony will be the Young Marines, a service group for ages 8 through high school that focuses on character building, leadership and promotion of a drug-free lifestyle.

“This group does not promote joining the military,” Gasche said, “but are more interested in civic improvement, community outreach, discipline and respect.”

The Young Marines will perform a flag-folding ceremony while telling the story of what each fold means.

The Young Marines unit in Gainesville was recognized in recent years as the best outfit in the United States. The Commander of the Young Marines unit, Cary Duane Hill, is proud of his granddaughter, Kayle Hill, who was selected as the Young Marine of the Year in all of the United States in the recent past. Of that honor, Gasche said, “It took a lot of work; their names are not plucked out of a hat.”

There will be a tribute to Clair C. Chapin, a now deceased member of the Iwo Trio, a group of three close friends who fought at Iwo Jima, the other two members being Gasche and Cliff Cormier. Chapin was murdered several years ago in South Carolina. His daughter will speak a few words in tribute to her father, who received the Silver Star.

“He saved a great many lives as a corpsman,” Gasche said.

Since the loss of his friend, Gasche recently also lost his son in a traffic accident. “Sometimes I break down,” he said, but he keeps going, with a passion for honoring the fallen heroes -- his friends from long ago among them.

At the end of the formal ceremony, there will be the barbecue for everyone.

Gasche said there will be “Veterans Row,” which consists of a series of tents set up to display memorabilia from different veterans groups. There will be easels down the middle of a walkway with pictures of warfare and different battles and patriotic occasions.

“There will be a lot to browse,” Gasche said.

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National Letter Carriers Food Drive On Saturday, May 14, letter carriers throughout Marion County will participate in the 19th annual National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) National Food Drive to “Stamp Out Hunger.”

This annual effort has become the largest one-day food drive in the nation’s history, resulting in more than a half billion pounds of food to local food banks, pantries and shelters in all 50 states. Last year in Marion County, a record 382,000 pounds (a 50 percent increase over last year) of nonperishable food was collected and donated to Interfaith Emergency Services for distribution to the Salvation Army, Brothers Keeper, St. Theresa’s Catholic Church and the Help Agency of the Forest food banks. The Ocala Post Office was ranked first in the nation in their union member category for the fourth year for the community’s outstanding effort in supporting this program.

In Marion County alone, more than one million pounds of food has been collected.

Postal customers are asked to hang a food donation on their mailbox before their letter carrier delivers the mail on Saturday, May 14, and the carrier will do the rest. Collection barrels will also be set up at all Post Office branches to accommodate those with Post Office Boxes.

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He has the ability to relate well to others, even to those who differ from him in his point of view or are different in their culture, language or skin color.

In success he remains humble without feeling superior or grandiose. He accepts defeat with dignity, while learning from the experience and becoming a better person as a result. After all, the strong tends to show his strength at difficult times while the weak crumbles in defeat without being able to recover.

The mature personality avoids the temptation of immediate gratification of wishes and desires, while persevering in the pursuit of long-term goals of value.

He is able to come to the rescue of a friend in need without expecting reciprocity. Vanity and egotism are unknown to him. He has a healthy positive selfesteem that serves him well as protection from depression, but doesn’t fall prey to a destructive narcissistic self-love that will

not allow him to love others. He doesn’t use or abuse people, and is able to work together with a group in the pursuit of a common goal. He allows love and trust to be at the center of his life while staying away from the violence and the excessive materialism of today’s world.

During an argument, he doesn’t attempt to impose his point of view but listens to the other side, being able to compromise if needed, but always living up to his basic principles that are never for sale.

He knows himself well and knows what he wants out of life. His dreams are of a high order but realistic. He goes through life with his eyes on the stars but his feet on the ground. He devises a realistic plan of action to get what he wants without hurting or using others.

Love, compassion and decency are at the center of his existence. He doesn’t waste energy in situations beyond his control.

This high level of maturity is an ongoing process that never stops while we are alive. It demands patience and much work, but is within our reach, and if pursued by all, the world will become a better place. § Dr. Carlos Muniz is a retired psychiatrist from Gainesville. He may be contacted through the editor, Albert Isaac.

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5:30pm - 8:30pm GAINESVILLE. Tower Road Public Library. Calling all scrabble lovers, expert and novice players alike. Held the 1st, 3rd & 5th Tuesday of every month from 5:30pm until 8:30pm in the meeting room of the Tower Road Library. Bring your Scrabble board, bring your Scrabble dictionary, and bring your A-game! 352-395-4477

May 1 - May 8 1:00pm - 5:00pm GAINESVILLE. Florida Museum of Natural History.

Move over Texans -- Floridians are the original cowboys. From 16th-century Spanish explorers to Seminoles, Crackers and modern ranchers, discover the story of one of Florida’s oldest and most important cultural activities. Saddle up for an exhibit of authentic artifacts, photography and artwork, and learn how cattle ranching continues to contribute to the culture and economy of 21st-century Florida. 352-846-2000

FRENCH AND SPANISH CLASSES Monday, May 2 1:00pm GAINESVILLE. Fun Languages. French and Spanish classes offered by native speakers using a fun interactive method.

Location varies depending on the class.

Kaydie Vistelle: 352-372-6885

7:00pm GAINESVILLE. Shands Cancer Hospital. Dance for Seasoned Citizens: Joyful dance workouts for those 60 and over. 352-265-0151

SCRABBLE LOVERS Tuesday, May 3

FOREST STEWARDSHIP WORKSHOP Wednesday, May 4 9:00am GAINESVILLE. Morningside Nature Center. This program will give landowners an opportunity to learn to identify some of the tree, shrub and herbaceous species on their forest properties, focusing mostly on sandhill and flatwoods species, identifying live specimens in the field. Learn how some of these plants are used by wildlife and/or the role they play within the larger plant community and habitat. This will be a walking event so please wear appropriate clothing and footwear.

Contact Chris Demers at 352-846-2375

YOGA OF AWARENESS

GAINESVILLE RACEWAY NIGHTTIME TEST AND TUNE

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Wednesday, May 4

5:15pm - 7:15pm GAINESVILLE. Shands Cancer Hospital. Yoga of Awareness is an evidence-based mindbody program developed at Duke University Medical Center. As reported on CNN, Business Week and USA Today, participants in the program experienced a decrease in pain, improved sleep, vigor and relaxation. The program includes: Mindfulness Practices, Gentle Yoga, Guided Relaxation, and Skillful Living Lessons. It is appropriate for all members of the Cancer Community- survivors, caregivers and medical staff. 352-219-8012

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6:30pm - 11:30pm GAINESVILLE. Gainesville Raceway allows anyone with a racecar, streetcar, motorcycle and valid license to race in a safer, controlled environment on the track. 352-377-0046

AFRICA INTERWEAVE: TEXTILE DIASPORAS Wednesday - Sunday, May 4 - May 8 11:00am - 5:00pm GAINESVILLE. Harn Museum of Art. Africa Interweave features more than 50 objects from around Africa, including high-fashion garments, and textiles worn as masquerade costumes. The

exhibition includes five newly commissioned works from African artists and showcases African textiles, garments and other works of art from regions throughout the continent. 352-392-9826

HOW TO HAVE A FIREWISE HOME Thursday, May 5 5:30pm - 8:00pm GAINESVILLE. Paynes Prairie FL Parks Service Training Building. This workshop is free, includes dinner, and is open to all homeowners and residents in the community. The goal is to help homeowners learn simple actions they can take to prevent wildfire from destroying their homes, and community. 352-359-0072

LEUKEMIA AND LYMPHOMA SUPPORT GROUP Thursday, May 5 5:45pm - 7:30pm GAINESVILLE. Florida Cancer Specialists, 1147 NW 64th Terrace. Guest facilitator, Dr. Michelle Bishop, is a licensed psychologist with over 15 years of experience working with cancer patients, survivors, and families.

During the meeting, a light dinner will be provided. 352-332-3900 ext 541

NIA CLASSES Fridays, May 6, May 13, May 20, May 27 9:30am - 10:30am GAINESVILLE. Unified Training Center, 809 West University Avenue. Nia is a movement practice that leads to health, wellness and fitness. It empowers people of all shapes and sizes by connecting the body, mind, emotions and spirit through a combination of martial arts, dance arts and healing arts. Experience can be adapted to individual needs and abilities, whether you’re looking for hard core strength and cardio or a gentle way to get your body moving. Step into your own joyful journey with Nia, and positively shape the way you feel, look, think and live! 650-796-9956

MCINTOSH HARVEST VILLAGE GHOST TOUR Fridays and Saturdays 8:00pm MICANOPY. Another Ghost Tour offered by Ocala Ghost Walks & Historical Tours. Get your cameras, audio recorders and other equipment ready for McIntosh Harvest Village which includes the old Reddick train station, and old gas station. Must reserve by 6:00pm and pre-pay for tickets. www.ocalaghostwalks. com/McIntosh_Ghost_Tour, 352-690-7933

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GCO: AMERICAN VISTAS Friday, May 6 7:30pm GAINESVILLE. Curtis M. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. The Gainesville Chamber Orchestra invites you to be a part of their spectacular featured concert of the season! The highlight will be a new audio-visual experience integrated into the GCO’s performance of Grofe’s Grand Canyon Suite along with other treasured American pieces and the ever-popular annual “Walk Through the Orchestra.” 352-371-0761

Gainesville Uptown Art Hop 5/6/11 6:00 - 9:00pm GAINESVILLE - NW 16th Blvd and NW 43rd St. Explore the arts and artistic artifacts, from contemporary to antique, at 12 locally owned boutiques all within easy “hopping” distance. Enjoy live music, refreshments, demonstrations, and more.

4TH ANNUAL FITNESS EXTRAVAGANZA Saturday, May 7 10:00am - 2:00pm GAINESVILLE. Kinetix Physical Therapy, Haile Plantation, 2783 SW 87th Dr., Suite 102.

Presented by Kinetix Physical Therapy, the event will include free food, live music from Starlight Trio, and a variety of free health and fitness services, including physical therapy screenings, footwear and orthotic recommendations, massages, acupuncture consultations, nutrition and supplementation information, and more. Families welcome. 352-505-6665

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Ballroom Dance Party 5/11/11 7:00 - 9:00pm OCALA - Dancin’ Around Studio, 3960 S. Pine Ave. Practice social dancing in a safe environment. Parties are open to the public so bring your friends.

In addition, you never need a dance partner – singles and couples are always welcome.

MOTHER’S DAY LUNCHEON Sunday, May 8 11:30am OCALA. Bonefish Grill, 4701 SW College Rd. Honor someone special in your life at the 7th Annual Mother’s Day Luncheon to benefit Hospice of Marion County on Mother’s Day. This is a great opportunity to enjoy a leisurely, elegant lunch with your mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, cousin, or friend; gentlemen are welcome, as they may want to escort their favorite lady.

Entertainment provided by The Good Vibrations Quartet and the Ocali Storytelling Guild. Each guest will receive a small gift to take with them.

A silent auction and 50/50 drawing will take place and door prizes will be awarded. Proceeds benefit Hospice of Marion County Children’s Programs. The cost is $30/person. 352-854-5218.

FRIENDS OF THE OCALA LIBRARY BOOK SALE Saturday, May 7 10:00am - 4:00pm OCALA. Main library on Silver Springs Boulevard, rooms B and C. Thousands of tenderly treated books will be on sale, hardbacks at 50 cents, and paperbacks at 25 cents. All proceeds of these sales go to the library for unbudgeted projects, including contributions to the popular children’s programs. Come and browse, and help the Friends help your library. 352-671-8551

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GAINESVILLE YOUTH CHORUS MOTHERS’ DAY CONCERT Saturday, May 7 2:00pm GAINESVILLE. First Presbyterian Church. Honor mother’s and other special women with the gift of music. This performance promises to bring tears of joy to every eye in the audience.

There will be a reception immediately following the concert. For more information, call Vicki Sabatella, 352-256-3057 after 7pm.

GAINESVILLE RACEWAY SUMMIT ET SERIES Saturday, May 7 4:00pm - 11:30pm GAINESVILLE RACEWAY. The NHRA Summit Racing Series features a bracket racing format, allowing drivers in many types of cars including dragsters, roadsters, sedans,

and coupes, to compete on an equal basis against each other. In addition to the three categories of competition for cars, a motorcycle category is featured. 352-377-0046

GOLDCOAST GREYHOUND GAINESVILLE MEET AND GREET Saturday, May 7 10:00am - 3:00pm GAINESVILLE. Petco, 6869 West Newberry Road.

Gold Coast Greyhound Adoptions is a nonprofit organization dedicated to finding loving, permanent homes for retired racing greyhounds.

Come out to meet rescued racing greyhounds.

These wonderful hounds are available to pet, hug and adopt. Literature is provided as well as oneon-one discussions about the care and feeding of these funny, loyal, tender and highly intelligent hounds. www.goldcoastgreyhoundsgainesville. com/Intro/Home.html

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Relay for Life — OCALA 5/13/11 6:00pm (overnight) OCALA - Trinity Catholic High School. Celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against the disease. Because cancer never sleeps, Relays are overnight events up to from 18 - 24 hours long.

Jennifer.Brannon@cancer.org

Relay for Life — GAINESVILLE 5/20/11 6:00pm (overnight) GAINESVILLE - SW YMCA Sports Complex. Teams of people camp out and take turns walking or running around a track or path. Each team is asked to have a representative on the track at all times during the event.

This year’s theme is board games (i.e. Monopoly).

Merrissa.Snyder@cancer.org

NAMI Monday, May 9 7:00pm GAINESVILLE. The National Alliance on Mental Illness offers support/educational meetings for family member caregivers of a loved one with a serious mental illness. www.namigainesville.org, 352-374-5600

THE SECOND ANNUAL CADE PRIZE FOR INNOVATION Thursday, May 12 7:00pm - 10:00pm GAINESVILLE. Santa Fe College. The 2011 Cade Prize ceremony will the first public event at Santa Fe College’s new Fine Arts Hall and an opportunity to connect with the area’s most innovative and creative entrepreneurs, inventors, business owners, venture capital firms and angel funders. The award consists of a $50,000 cash

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prize, provided by the Gainesville Community Foundation, plus one year of free access to the Gainesville Technology Enterprise Center and its programs. This year the other three finalists each will receive $5,000. Wendy Person: 352-371-8001

LOVE AND REMEMBRANCE MEMORIAL Thursday, May 12 6:00pm GAINESVILLE. Haven Hospice E.T. York Care Center, 4200 N.W. 90th Blvd. The Haven Hospice Love and Remembrance Memorial is open to anyone in the community who has lost a loved one. Attendees are encouraged to bring pictures and mementos of loved ones that can be placed on our Table of Memories.

Refreshments will be served and registration is not required to attend. 352-378-2121

SCAR MANAGEMENT PHASE ONE: NERVES AND LYMPH Friday - Sunday, May 13, May 14, May 15 9:00am GAINESVILLE. All Points Therapy Clinic, 4131 NW 28th Lane. This is a series of classes in Phases of Scar Management Certification. These specialized workshops integrate hands-on techniques to access and determine protocol for traumatic scarring. The nervous system coordinates all movements, thoughts and sensations that you have. You will learn what happens when that system is impeded by mature, traumatic scarring. 352-375-0235

THE RIDE TO REMEMBER Saturday, May 14 7:00am OCALA AND GAINESVILLE. Bike ride benefit for ElderCare of Alachua County supporting Al’z Place. You can begin your bike ride in Gainesville or Ocala. In Gainesville: Boulware Springs Park, 3400 SE 15 St. In Ocala: Flemington Community Park, 18200 N Hwy 329. This charity bike ride is benefiting Al’z Place, a model daycare center for people with Alzheimer’s disease and severe memory disorders. Registration is $35 online or by mail and $40 on the day of the event beginning at 7am. The bike trails range from one mile to 100 miles. Rest stops will be provided with drinks and snacks, and a pre-ride breakfast and post-ride meal are included. To register, please call 352-265-9040 or visit www.gccfla.org/rtr

HOME BUYER EDUCATION SEMINAR Saturday, May 14 8:00am - 4:30pm GAINESVILLE. GACAR Office, 1750 NW 80th Blvd. Neighborhood Housing and Development Corporation (NHDC) is offering a Home Buyer Education Seminar that teaches you all the steps to making a home purchase. This class also serves the education requirement to receive down payment assistance from county and state programs. Please call the office to sign up ahead of time. Fee is 100 percent refundable if you purchase a home within a year of taking the class.

RUN AMUCK WITH THE DUCK -- FIGHT LUNG CANCER Saturday, May 14 9:00am GAINESVILLE. North Florida Regional Medical Center Duck Pond. Bonnie J. Addario Lung Cancer Foundation 5K walk/run to raise funds and awareness for lung cancer. Registration 8:00 a.m. Shotgun start 9:00 am. 352-333-4970

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PAINTED TABLE OUTDOOR MARKET

MEDICARE AND BEYOND

Saturday, May 14

6:30pm -7:30pm GAINESVILLE. Bagen Building, 6241 NW 23rd St., first floor. Meet with fellow retirees to discuss Medicare entitlements and how to protect when Medicare stops paying. Learn what Medicare does and does not pay. Our guest speaker, Nancy Heiser with Harbor Chase communities, will discuss community living and how it relates to Medicare. Pre retirement age welcome.

Limited seating. RSVP 352-373-2365 x405

10:00am - 4:00pm GAINESVILLE. The Painted Table. Outdoor market featuring “slow” food, antiques, jewelry and plants. 352-371-1555

ALACHUA COUNTY SCHOOLS’ SPRING CONCERTS Tuesday, May 17 and Wednesday, May 18 6:30pm GAINESVILLE. Buchholz High School Auditorium.

Tuesday will feature High School Bands Concert and Jazz Bands. For more information contact Alex Kaminsky: 352-955-6995 or kaminsky@ buchholzband.com On Wednesday, Kanapaha Middle School is performing. For more information, contact Rahsaan O. McNeill: mcneillro@gm.sbac.edu

SPEED-DATING Wednesday, May 18 9:00pm GAINESVILLE. Applebees. Tired of meeting the same people in the same places, spending lots of money dating. Well, try something new.

Speed-dating is a new way to meet more people and have more fun. 386-697-6075

Thursday May 19

MASTERS OF DISASTERS GOLF INVITATIONAL Friday, May 20 11:30am - 5:00pm GAINESVILLE. Haile Plantation Golf & Country Club. Join the American Red Cross of North Central Florida for the Inaugural Masters of Disasters Golf Invitational. This event will be one of the chapter’s major annual fundraisers.

Your sponsorship will support vital programs and services such as disaster preparedness and relief, emergency services to military members and their families, and live-saving health and safety education to residents in our community. For more information contact Amanda Harrison: 352-376-4669 x14

FEAST ON THE FARM PREAKNESS PARTY Saturday, May 21 4:00pm ALACHUA. Rembert Farm, NW 172 Ave. HOPE -- Horses Helping People’s annual fundraising event, Feast on the Farm benefits HOPE, and this year they are adding an exciting theme to celebrate the second stop of the Triple Crown Series, The Preakness Horse Race. Take part in the excitement of horseracing, live music, dinner, unlimited cocktails, games and unique silent auction items. 352-376-6866 x118

MASTER GARDENER PLANT SALE Saturday, May 21 8:00am - 12:00pm GAINESVILLE. Alachua County Extension Office. The Master Gardener plant sale is a fundraiser for the volunteer program that provides free homeowner horticultural advice and free Florida Friendly landscape design education. 352-955-2402

MEMORIAL BICYCLE RIDE Saturday, May 21 8:00am OCALA. Take a trip through the Heart of Horse Country and enjoy a fully SAG’d metric century

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ride of 80 mile, a 62 mile or a 30 mile ride benefiting Hospice of Marion County. Ride in remembrance of a loved one or just to enjoy the beautiful countryside. More than 300 cyclists are expected to participate. All participants receive a ticket to the post-ride feast. Riders registered

by May 12 are guaranteed a ride t-shirt, goodies from Trek, a light breakfast and a post-ride lunch, provided by Sammy’s Italian Restaurant and Pizza. Register online at www.hospiceofmarion. com or request a faxed registration form by calling 352-854-5218. The fee is $40 ($45 after May 12). This ride is being conducted in honor of Frank M. Polack, M.D., a pioneer in the field of ophthalmology and a passionate artist who passed away in the summer of 2007.

TANGO 101 Saturday, May 21 3:00pm - 5:00pm GAINESVILLE. Tango Pavadita. Be ready to dance in 10 weeks! A 10-session Tango course for those new to Tango and all others wishing to solidify and deepen their understanding of tango. Objective: Introduce you to the art of dancing tango socially and enable you to enjoy dancing at a milonga (gathering where tango is danced socially). Course is taught in 10 2-hour sessions with extra times for practice.

There will be four instructors to provide extra attention to students. 352-371-6944

FRIENDS OF THE OCALA LIBRARY Sunday, May 22 10am - 4:00pm OCALA. Main library on Silver Springs Boulevard, room C. Friends will hold a short annual business meeting before introducing the program speaker, photo-journalist Carlton Ward, an 8th generation Floridian, who will share some of the stunning photographs that illustrate his book, “Florida Cowboys: Keepers of the Last Frontier,” and speak about preserving Florida’s wilderness. Ward takes his audience on a visit to a Florida “Where sunburn is the result of honest hard work,” a phrase aptly illustrated by his pictures of the Florida cowboys that most of us rarely see, or even knew anything about. Ward will sell and autograph his books at the end of the program. Light refreshments served by Friends volunteers. 352-671-8551

GOLFING FOR OUR HEROES Sunday, May 22 8:00am - 1:00pm GAINESVILLE. Gainesville Country Club, 7300 SW 35th Way. Second Annual Charity Golf Classic benefiting the Gainesville Fisher House Foundation. Spend the day playing golf while raising funds to support a worthwhile and local cause. Participants will also be admitted to

the exciting Night in New Orleans event the preceding evening, May 21 at 5:30pm, featuring Bill Wharton, more commonly known as the “Sauce Boss.” Dinner, beer, wine cash bar and dancing. Silent auction. Additional Night in New Orleans tickets are $50 per adult and $15 per child under 12 years old. The Gainesville Fisher House Foundation is dedicated to serving veterans, military members and their families in North Florida and South Georgia. Steve deMontmollin: 352-317-0040 or 514-9761

PERSONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM Tuesday, May 24 1:00pm - 5:00pm GAINESVILLE. Alachua County Extension Office.

This program has been approved to issue certificates evidencing completion of a personal financial management instructional course in compliance with the Bankruptcy Code. Learn skills that will help you better manage your financial resources. Learn to develop your budget, use credit responsibly, consumer rights and money management skills. 352-955-2402

ALACHUA COUNTY SCHOOLS: “PIRATES! THE MUSICAL” Thursday, May 26 8:30am GAINESVILLE. J. J. Finley Elementary School Auditorium. Fourth Grade. For more information, contact Jenny Eckenrode at eckenrodeja@gm.sbac.edu

BIOFLORIDA’S 8TH ANNUAL CELEBRATION Thursday, May 26 11:00am - 2:00pm.

ALACHUA. Progress Corporate Park, 11621 Progress Blvd. The celebration will showcase more than 70 vendors. Stroll down the lanes of vendor tables, grab a bite to eat and take a bus tour of Progress Corporate Park. New this year, attendees can head inside for the Gallery of Biotech to meet some of our area’s biotech company representatives and learn about their products, activities and recent accomplishments.

Students are welcome. 386-462-0880

VETERAN BENEFIT TALK Thursday, May 26 12:00pm - 1:30pm GAINESVILLE. The Atrium. The Atrium, celebrates Veterans and strives to help them enjoy the lifestyle they deserve. Living at the Atrium can help Veterans and spouses qualify for VA benefits. Eligible veterans and surviving spouses can receive up to $1949 in monthly benefits.

How much do you qualify for? Find out on the last Thursday of the month at 12 noon located at the Atrium of Gainesville. For questions, call Prem Paul Murrhee 352-378-0773

Discovery Room 5/28 - 8/14 times vary GAINESVILLE - Florida Museum of Natural History. Swim through the shallows of a coral reef, puzzle together a prairie and create creatures from Florida’s diverse ecosystems in self-guided discovery stations. Visit the hands-on Discovery Room filled with activities and take part in stories, puppets, museum exploration with Dr. Discovery and more. Come in anytime or contact us for scheduled program times. 352-846-2000. www.flmnh.ufl.edu

A TRIBUTE TO FALLEN HEROES Saturday, May 28 7:00pm GAINESVILLE. First Presbyterian Church. The Gainesville Civic Chorus, conducted by Dr. Will Kesling, proudly presents their fifth annual Spirit of America concert, the Spirit of America V - A Tribute to Fallen Heroes. 352-377-6577

WILD MUSIC: SOUNDS & SONGS OF LIFE Saturday, May 28 10:00am - 5:00pm GAINESVILLE. Florida Museum of Natural History.

Whales compose, bullfrogs chorus, songbirds greet the dawn and people everywhere sing and dance. What do we have in common?

Musical instincts run deep. Visit the exhibition Wild Music to explore the biological origins of music. Using highly interactive components and exceptional sound experiences, the exhibit expands our understanding of what makes music. 352-846-2000

TREE MUSKETEERS PUPPET SHOW Saturday, May 28 3:00pm GAINESVILLE. Florida Museum of Natural History.

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Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser 5/21/11 8:00 - 10:00am GAINESVILLE - Gator’s Dockside, 3842 Newberry Rd. Enjoy pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, and OJ, milk or coffee.

Proceeds go to the RSVP Advisory Council in support of Seniors who volunteer in our Community. For tickets or information, call 352316-1310 or cindyflowers@ comfortkeepers.com

LET’S GO DOWNTOWN PLAZA SERIES Fridays, May - September GAINESVILLE. Downtown Community Plaza, corner of SE 1st St. and E. University Ave. The plaza comes alive every Friday night as local talent and other cultural events are showcased under the stars. Hundreds come out to enjoy free live bands, theater groups, dance performances, Movies on the Plaza, and much more. 352-334-5064

WEDNESDAY NIGHT JAZZ Wednesdays 6:30p to 10:00p GAINESVILLE. Emiliano’s Cafe, 7 SE First Ave. Karl Weismantel on guitar and vocals with Ricky Ravelo on acoustic bass play jazz, standards, pop and original tunes. 352-375-7381

FRUIT TREE & PLANT SALE forget your sense of adventure and come explore at the Museum! Swim through the shallows of a coral reef, puzzle together a prairie and create creatures from Florida’s diverse ecosystems in self-guided discovery stations. Visit the handson Discovery Room filled with activities and take part in the following scheduled program times for stories, puppets, Museum exploration with Dr. Discovery and more! 352-846-2000

1ST KLASS KLOGGERS

First Wednesday each Month

Sundays

4:00pm & 7:00pm GAINESVILLE. Bo Diddley Community Plaza. The Edible Plant Project’s spring sale, at the Union Street Farmers Market. An eclectic selection of edible plants, fruit trees, & seeds will be available. This a great time to plant: warm season vegetables & greens, sugarcane.

RECURRING EVENTS

2:00pm - 5:00pm GAINESVILLE. Carpenter’s Union Local 75, 1910 NW 53rd Ave. Weekly percussive dance classes for beginners through advanced. Contemporary clogging to country, bluegrass and Top 40 music.

Please visit website for class times and holiday schedule. Classes taught by Kelli McChesney, internationally-known clogging instructor with more than 23 years of clogging and 18 years of teaching experience. firstklasskloggers.t35.com/

CANCER SUPPORT FORUM

JAZZ AT LEONARDO’S 706

Tuesdays, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Thursdays

GAINESVILLE. Community Cancer Center of North Florida. Hosted every third Tuesday of the month. This gathering is open to the public and invites cancer patients, caregivers, friends and family to engage in a social and educational support group. This forum is designed not only to give support, but also provide a community of resources for those touched by cancer. 352-672-7371

7:30pm - 10:30pm GAINESVILLE. Leonardo’s 706. The Marty Liquori Jazztet with Marty on guitar, Vic Donnell on keyboards and Mr. P on drums hosts saxophonist Ben Champion, or Trumpet players Dave Edmund or Gary Langford or Vocalists and other musicians. 352-378-2001

RANGER WALK Saturdays 10:00am GAINESVILLE. Devil’s Millhopper Geological State Park. Guided walks with a Park Ranger are available every Saturday.

Special guided walks for groups are available by reservations. 386-462-7905

CORVETTE CLUB First Tuesday of each month 7:00pm GAINESVILLE. Bear Archery. Monthly meetings, breakfasts, dinners, car trips and fun. flvetteset.freeyellow.com/index.html

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DUGOUT CANOES: PADDLING THROUGH THE AMERICAS Sundays 1:00pm - 5:00pm GAINESVILLE. Florida Museum of Natural History.

Don’t miss the boat! This 3,000-square-foot object-rich and interactive exhibition features American dugouts from ancient times to present.

Find out how dugout canoes have affected life and travel throughout the Americas, from Florida to the Amazon and the Pacific. Discover the world’s largest archaeological find - 101 ancient dugouts at Newnans Lake and how scientists study dugouts from the past. Learn how the dugout tradition is alive and well in Native communities today. 352-846-2000

BEGINNERS MINDFULNESS MEDITATION Thursdays 7:00pm GAINESVILLE. Shands Cancer Hospital at UF, 1515 SW Archer Rd. Criser Cancer Resource Center, 1st Floor. Just sitting and relaxing in our beautiful meditation room can make a difference to your day. We offer gentle guidance suitable for everyone. 352-273-8010

YOGA FOR ALL Thursdays 4:00pm GAINESVILLE. Shands Cancer Hospita, 1515 SW Archer Rd. Criser Cancer Resource Center, 1st Floor. Join us for an hour of gentle stretching, accessible postures and breathing exercises designed to tone your body and lift your spirits. This class is suitable for patients, family, staff and members of the community.

UNION STREET FARMERS’ MARKET Wednesdays 4:00pm - 7:00pm GAINESVILLE. Bo Diddley Community Plaza, 111 E. University Ave. Each week local farmers, bakers, artisans, musicians and dancers join with customers in a timeless celebration of this community’s seasonal bounty. www. unionstreetfarmersmkt.com/union/

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COMEDY SHOWCASE Every Friday and Saturday 7:00pm GAINESVILLE. Clarion Inn and Conference Center, 7417 W. Newberry Road. A live stand-up comedy show featuring the best of local amateur and professional comedians. 352-332-2224

GAINESVILLE INTERNATIONAL FOLK DANCE Fridays 8:00pm GAINESVILLE. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34th St. Come join this experienced and expanding International Folk dance group. Suitable for all ages and abilities. No partners needed. Beginners welcome. 352-359-2903. www.gifd.org

RAINBOW BINGO Every first Tuesday 6:30pm GAINESVILLE. Pride Community Center. Fun, Cash, Prizes! Doors open at 6pm. Early bird bingo at 6:30pm. Regular bingo at 7pm. $15 at the door includes all early bird & regular games.

Food and beverages available for purchase.

DANCE FOR LIFE May 3, May 10, May 17, May 24, May 31 7:00pm GAINESVILLE. Shands Cancer Hospital.

People with Parkinson’s disease are invited to bring a partner to this free weekly dance class designed to enhance health and vitality.

No prior dance experience is necessary.

Comfortable clothing and shoes are recommended. For more information, contact Shands Arts in Medicine at 352-733-0880.

Discover Plantation Oaks Senior Living Community All-inclusive carefree assisted living in the heart of High Springs!

• Beautiful studio apartments • Furnished apartments avail.

• Gracious lounges • Library • Chef-prepared restaurant-style meals • Patio and gardens • Beauty/Barber salon • Art, music and pet therapy • Medication supervision

GAINESVILLE BIRD FANCIERS Sunday, May 8 1:00pm GAINESVILLE. United Way of North Central Florida. Enjoy Parrots? Join your local bird club!

Meets monthly with educational and social programs for both the pet lover and parrot breeder. Meetings are often the 2nd Sunday of the month, but can change. 352-331-2800

ADVENTURE CLUB

• Nurse on staff • Emergency Call System • On-site Home Health Care • Housekeeping and laundry services • Social events and cultural outings • And much more!

Thursday, May 19 6:00pm GAINESVILLE. Mother’s Pub & Grill. Meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month for the purpose of introducing the club to the community. Group of more than 100, average age 40ish, whom like to stay active and involved in everything from windsurfing lessons, to bowling, to theatre, to skydiving, to biking, to community service, and of course, socializing. 352-378-8135

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THEATRE Acrosstown Repertory Theatre.....................619 S. Main Street, Gainesville Curtis M. Phillips Center ........................................... 315 Hull Road, Gainesville Gainesville Community Playhouse ....... 4039 N.W. 16th Blvd., Gainesville Hippodrome State Theatre................................. 25 SE 2nd Place, Gainesville Nadine McGuire Blackbox Theatre ................... Museum Road, Gainesville Insomniac Theatre Company ............................E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala Ocala Civic Theatre ..................................4337 East Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala High Springs Community Theater .......... 130 NE 1st Avenue, High Springs

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A Moon for the Misbegotten May 6 - May 22 Following the events of O’Neill’s classic Long Day’s Journey into Night, Moon... brings James “Jamie” Tyrone, Jr., to the home of his tenant farmer, Mike Hogan, a salty Irish geezer and encounters after years, his voluptuous, Amazon-like daughter, Josie. During one moonlit night, as the lovestruck Josie seems to claim him as her own, the truculent, drunken Jamie drowns in a wash of self-pity and remorse. When dawn comes, the moon is gone and so is the man, leaving Josie with a new challenge to her dauntless spirit.

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The 39 Steps April 15 - May 8 The Tony award-winning Broadway hit! Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have “The 39 Steps,” a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theatre. This 2-time Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning treat is packed with nonstop laughs, over 150 zany characters (played by a ridiculously talented cast of 4), an on-stage plane crash, handcuffs, missing fingers and some good old-fashioned romance!

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Geraldine Page won an Oscar for Best Actress in a Leading Role for her performance in The Trip to Bountiful (1985).

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a wildly fun time taking personal experiences we can all relate to, both light and dark, and turning them into a hilariously entertaining time for everyone. Constantly trying new things, the Insomniacs are turning the theater into the bar where the audience will be just another part of the crowd as characters twist and turn through the aisles so that no place is untouched.

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The King and I May 19 - June 12 Music by Richard Rodgers Book and Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II Based on “Anna and the King of Siam” by Margaret Landon Original Choreography by Jerome Robbins “The King & I” is a richly textured and ultimately uplifting tale of enormous fascination that starts in 1862 in the Royal Palace in Bangkok. The King of Siam, in an attempt to bring Western culture to his country, hires Anna Leonowens to tutor his royal princes and princesses. The King is considered to be a barbarian by those in the West, and he seeks Anna’s assistance in changing his image, as well as his ways.

The Trip to Bountiful May 13 - May 19, 8:00pm Trapped in a tiny apartment under the care of her cowardly son and his shrewish wife, Carrie is determined to escape and return to her girlhood home. Seizing her chance -- and her meager Social Security check -- Carrie sets out on an unforgettable quest to make peace with her past and the secrets of her heart that draw her ever homeward.

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Barfly on the Wall April 22 - May 8 Semi-autobiographical, the first full-length play by Insomniac artistic director Chad Taylor will lead you (in real time) through a night out and

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Moments of Weakness

by C.F. “Bud” O’Donnell April 15 - May 8 A laugh-filled comedy written by local playwright “Bud” O’Donnell.

Years ago this play received rave reviews from several productions in South Florida. O’Donnell has slightly updated the show for our stage. The story centers on a young couple whose marriage is in jeopardy because of the husband’s extramarital affairs. Brian, a lawyer, is put on trial by his wife Sheila in an attempt to get to the heart of the matter. But, like many lawyers, even though guilty, he argues he should be acquitted because of “reasonable doubt.” As hilarious events unfold, each lie told

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BOOK REVIEW BY

TERRI SCHLICHENMEYER

The Longevity Project

BY HOWARD S. FRIEDMAN, PH.D. AND LESLIE R. MARTIN, PH.D. c.2011, Hudson Street Press $25.95 / $32.50 Canada 248 pages, includes index

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ife is good.

When you reďŹ&#x201A;ect on the years youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve lived, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re content. Sure, there have been times when everything seemed lower than a wormâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s belly but overall, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been blessed by friends, family and happiness.

Life is good. So good, in fact, that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d

kinda like to stick around for more of it.

But is it too late to live long and prosper?

In the new book â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Longevity Projectâ&#x20AC;?

by Howard S. Friedman, Ph.D. and Leslie R. Martin, Ph.D., youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll see how your past inďŹ&#x201A;uences the future youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got left.

In the fall of 1921, Stanford University psychologist Dr. Lewis Terman embarked on a research project that was destined to outlive him. With the help of his colleagues and that of his subjectsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; parents, teachers and -- later -- their spouses, Terman hoped to study 1,500 gifted schoolchildren, long-term, in an effort to understand why some people live longer than others.

In 1990, when Friedman and Martin were professor and grad student, respectively, they stumbled upon Termanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s research and realized it was exactly what they needed for their own study on longevity.

Terman began his project when the children were young and by the time Friedman and Martin reconstructed his ďŹ ndings to ďŹ t modern statistics, most of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;childrenâ&#x20AC;? were dead. But the thousands of bits of information they left were astonishing.

To live a long life, must you go early to bed, early to rise, eat your veggies and exercise? In a way, say the authors. The single best indication of longevity was conscientiousness. Conscientious people tend to take better care of themselves.

Hanging out with friends might be fun, but it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t guarantee a long life; in fact, social children tended to party more, which lead to poor health. Worrying is sometimes good, but catastrophizers, generally speaking, had a high rate of suicide. Parental divorce had more of an effect on longevity than did oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own divorce. Hard work doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just seem to make life longer. Being feminine (for either sex) was indicative of longevity and marriage is good -- if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a man, and as long as you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t become a widower.

And that silly grin youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got? Just stop it. Happiness has nothing to do with long life.

Think youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve already blown your chance for near-immortality? Not so: grab this fascinating book before you get discouraged. As it turns out, you may be able to overcome your past by changing your future.

Authors Howard S. Friedman and Leslie R. Martin wipe aside those old wivesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; tales weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve all heard, replacing them with useful, intriguing results from an almosthundred-year-old study. Not only is that a fun look back at the social mores of times past (check out the boy-girl stereotypes), it also helps make sense of the health adviceblast we seem to receive nearly daily.

Tweak your regimen here, stop doing things there, adjust your thinking, read this book, and learn how to live to a ripe old age. For any future Senior Citizen wanna-be, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Longevity Projectâ&#x20AC;? is pretty good. § 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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When When“Speechless” “Speechless” isisSomething Something More More “WITHOUT MEMORY WE VANISH; WE CEASE TO EXIST; OUR PAST IS WIPED OUT – AND YET WE PAY LITTLE ATTENTION TO IT, EXCEPT WHEN IT FAILS US. WE DO PRECIOUS LITTLE TO EXERCISE IT, TO NURTURE IT, TO BUILD IT, TO PROTECT IT.” — MARK TWAIN

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s with the rest of the body, the brain needs exercise to work to its full potential. But many choose to ignore inconvenient lapses of memory, instead referring to words on the “tip of my tongue,” withdrawing from social situations to hide it, or even getting frustrated and blaming others for it.

Mederi Caretenders of Gainesville approaches dementia and memory loss with an emphasis on the speechcognition connection. “Part of working your communication skills is keeping your brain alive,” said speech-language pathologist Elisa Neale, MA, CCC, SLP. “Oftentimes with people with mild dementia, the first thing they have difficulty with is word finding. I set up a memory fitness program to slow the process of cognitive decline.”

According to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), speech-language pathologists play a primary role in the diagnosis and treatment of cognitivecommunication disorders, including those associated with dementia.

Caretenders is the only area home care agency with a full-time SLP on staff, providing a vital tool in the company’s mission of senior independence.

There are many things seniors can

do themselves to keep their minds limber, including the perennial favorite – crossword puzzles. “We store words in our brain by categories,” said Neale. “For example, first you think of ice cream, then you think of the flavor, and then that thought might bring you to how, where or when you like to eat ice cream.” The progression of thoughts involved in solving crossword puzzles makes the brain process more to find words. Sudoku, card games such as bridge and even watching “Wheel of Fortune” or “Jeopardy!” also engage the mind in cognitive exercise.

When in-home care is being utilized, SLPS play a key role. Neale encourages word-finding tasks by asking the client questions like, “Let’s think of things you ate yesterday,” followed by, “How would you make that food?” Through such tasks she simulates logical thought progression with the client to engage the brain.

Not every speechless moment is a sign of cognitive decline; in fact, conditions such as hearing loss and depression can mimic dementia. But when memory loss interferes with the tasks and enjoyment of everyday life, seeking help is the best way to preserve a full and independent life.

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