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CONTENTS MAY 2014 • VOL. 14 ISSUE 05

ON THE COVER – We recently caught up with educator and Gainesville Community Band Director, Gerald Poe. Dr. Poe’s many accomplishments include being listed in Who’s Who in American Music, Who’s Who in American Universities and in the 2004 edition of Marquis’s Who’s Who in America. PHOTO BY TJ MORRISSEY for LOTUS STUDIOS

departments 8 12 40

Tapas Charity of the Month Calendar of Events

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Crossword Puzzle Theatre Listings Reading Corner

columns 18

by Nick Thomas

Bicycles and Aging

More than Merely a Mode of Transportation

BY SHAYNA POSSES

Enjoying Act Three by Ellis Amburn

Healthy Edge by Kendra Siler-Marsiglio

BY DARLA KINNEY SCOLES

Music Man Band Director Gerald Poe Reflects on a Fruitful Career

Every Issue is an Elderly Issue Volunteering with the Community Coalition for Older Adults

BY MISTER ED

Embracing Life by Donna Bonnell

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Tinseltown Talks

Language Immersion Jumping in with Both Feet BY MARY W. BRIDGMAN

WINNER! Congratulations to the winner from our APRIL 2014 issue…

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FROM THE EDITOR œ ALBERT ISAAC

Traveling, Biking and Volunteering In this month’s issue, we continue our volunteer-for-a-day series in which Senior Times correspondent, Darla Kinney Scoles, spends her time doing just that — volunteering. In this installment, Dara worked with the Community Coalition for Older Adults, a group dedicated to serving elders in our community. Learn more about the CCOA and all that they do — you might even want to volunteer. We also have a travel piece for your enjoyment, with a focus on an additional component: education. Writer Mary Bridgman traveled to Mexico and enjoyed an immersive study program learning Spanish in Oaxaca. She would study Spanish in the mornings and spend the afternoons and evenings exploring the area. You can read all about her experiences both in the classroom and out in the real world. The one and only time I have ever left the country was when I traveled to Mexico with my high school band.

It would have served me well to know Spanish, especially while bartering with the locals selling their wares. I’d look at the price, offer what I thought was reasonable, and invariably be told, “Put it back on the shelf.” My classmate, who was well versed in Spanish — and happened to be an attractive blonde — did much better, so I had her bargain on my behalf. Needless to say, I left Mexico speaking Spanish no better than when I had arrived. Read Mary’s story and see how she fared. Also within these pages you will find a pair of topics near and dear to my heart: music and biking. Band Director Gerald Poe has been a part of the musical landscape for many years. In fact, in the interest of transparency, I should mention he was director of Gator Bands when I marched in the alumni band some years back. Read all about the maestro and his upcoming (and final?) Mother’s Day concert before he retires. We also bring you a feature submitted by biking enthusiast, Mister Ed, who offers some tips on buying a bike and tells us how getting back in the saddle has improved his health. I do some biking, but not to the extent of Ed. In fact, since getting the motorcycle I’ve hardly set foot on pedal in the last six months. Shameful, I know. If I were smart, I’d ride that bike every week, for my heart and my head. Finally, some of you may have noticed a problem with our crossword puzzle in the previous issue in which a couple of clues were missing. Fear not, no one was disqualified for leaving boxes 52 and 53 blank. Thank you for participating and keep on reading! s

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The Gainesville Award Program has awarded The Atrium it’s annual Best of Gainesville Award. clockwise from top left DARLA KINNEY SCOLES remembers taking a high school journalism class and falling in love with the process. Oodles of years, one husband, three daughters and multitudinous stories later, she’s still in love with it all. That, and dark chocolate. darlakinneyscoles@gmail.com SHAYNA POSSES is a UF journalism senior. She chose journalism for the commas and stayed for the stories. Her life is made possible by coffee, cardigans and the thought of the cats she’ll adopt upon graduation. saposses@gmail.com MISTER ED Though born under the sign of Aquarius, was more heavily inﬂuenced by living in the Age of Mister Ed. Not wanting a transportation mode capable of talking back, he has chosen to use his personal horsepower to live a bicycle lifestyle. someoneyourage@gmail.com MARY W. BRIDGMAN is a retired lawyer who grew up in Alachua County. Her work has appeared in national, regional, and local publications. Mary, an active member of the Writers’ Alliance of Gainesville, is an alumna of the University of Florida. marybridgman@msn.com

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TAPAS œ MAY

THE TRUTH ABOUT CATS & DOGS DOGS ARE COLOR BLIND The truth: Dogs do see in color. However, they are less able to distinguish between colors. Veterinary ophthalmologists have determined that dogs see like people who have red/green color blindness. Dogs’ eyes have receptors for blue and green shades, but not for red shades. As a result, it appears that dogs cannot easily distinguish between yellow, green and red, but they can identify different shades of blue, purple and gray.

CATS CAN SEE IN THE DARK The truth: Although cats do see better in semi-darkness than people, they cannot see in total darkness. The pupils of their eyes open much wider in dim light than those of people, letting in more light during the normal hunting hours of dawn and dusk. But again, cats cannot see in complete darkness.

ONE YEAR OF A DOG’S LIFE IS EQUAL TO 7 YEARS OF A HUMAN’S LIFE The truth: There is no exact formula to gauge how much a dog develops or ages in comparison to so-called “people years.” Aging is as individual for dogs as it is for people. Taking a dog’s age and multiplying it by 7 is an overly simplistic formula and does not reﬂect a dog’s actual developmental status. A more accurate rough guide is as follows:

CATS PURR BECAUSE THEY ARE HAPPY The truth: Most cats do purr when they are happy. However, that is not the only time they purr. Cats will sometimes purr when they are sick, stressed, injured, frightened or in pain. They also can purr when they are giving birth, and even as they are dying. Purring seems to be more an expression of some strong emotion — whether positive or negative — than it is an expression of any particular emotion, including happiness. Purring by a cat might be similar to humming or whistling by a human: it commonly is done out of happiness, but it may also be done as a result of stress, fright or discomfort. — FLUFFSOFLUV.COM

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Canine Age 1 2 4 7 10 15 20

Human Age = = = = = = =

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I FIND YOUR LACK OF ACCURACY DISTURBING Contrary to popular belief, when Darth Vader reveals his true identity to Luke in The Empire Strikes Back, he does not say, “Luke, I am your father.” He says, “No, I am your father.”

This Month in History May 2, 2011 U.S. Special Operations Forces killed Osama bin Laden during a raid on his secret compound in Abbottabad, Pakistan. May 5, 1961 Alan Shepard became the ﬁrst American in space. He piloted the spacecraft Freedom 7 during a 15-minute 28-second suborbital ﬂight that reached an altitude of 116 miles (186 kilometers) above the earth.

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Don’t put words in my mouth A FEW MORE FAMOUS MOVIE MISQUOTES Here are some widely misquoted movie lines that might surprise you. For instance, most of us have heard (or said), “Play it again, Sam,” from the classic ﬁlm “Casablanca.” But it’s not quite right; Ingrid Bergman says, “Play it, Sam. Play ‘As Time Goes By.’”

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“I don’t think we’re in Kansas anymore, Toto.” Close, but no cigar. Dorothy actually says, “Toto, I’ve a feeling we’re not in Kansas anymore.” FIELD OF DREAMS

The quietly whispering voice, “If you build it, they will come.” Wrong. The correct quote is, “If you build it, he will come.” THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS

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Billy Joel

BORN MAY 9, 1949

Singer-songwriter Billy Joel was born in New York City, t son of a well-known classical pianist. He started the piano lessons at the age of 4 and dropped out of high school to pursue a career in music. Joel released his ﬁrst album, “Cold Spring Harbor,” in 1970, but it was not a commercial success. However, after spending some time as a lounge Years Old pianist at The Executive Room in Los Angeles, Joel was sought out by Columbia Records, leading to the release of his ﬁrst hit song, “Piano Man.” He continued producing Top 40 hits like “Uptown Girl” and “We Didn’t Start the Fire” into the ‘80s and ‘90s. His efforts have earned him six Grammy Awards, induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Kennedy Center Honors. Despite his career success, Joel has struggled personally in recent years and spent the early 2000s in and out of rehab in a battle against alcoholism. While he is semi-retired from recording new music, Joel continues to tour.

A FEW OTHER NOTABLE

Birthdays this Month Christopher Cross

Steve Winwood

May 3, 1951 (63)

May 12, 1948 (66)

George F. Will

Gareth Evans

May 4, 1941 (73)

May 12, 1946 (68)

Ann B. Davis

Pierce Brosnan

May 5, 1926 (88)

May 16, 1953 (61)

“I have never savored life with such gusto as I do now.” — CANDICE BERGEN

Born May 9, 1946 – The daughter of model Frances Bergen and ventriloquist Edgar Bergen, as a child Candice Bergen was irritated at being described as “Charlie Years Old McCarthy’s little sister” (referring to her father’s star dummy). As an actor she received critical acclaim for work in ﬁlms such as “Gandhi” and “Starting Over.” “Bergen, however, is perhaps best known for her starring role in the TV series “Murphy Brown.” Her turn as the sassy, liberal journalist led to ﬁve Emmy awards. Bergen is also a photojournalist who has been featured in Life and Playboy. She started hosting a talk show in 2000, and upon cancelation, returned to acting with a role as an attorney in “Boston Legal.”

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COMMUNITY œ VETERANS

Fill the Fisher House! Veterans being treated in Gainesville can now have loved ones staying just a doorstep away, as the Gainesville Fisher House is scheduled to open by May 16. “People get better faster if there’s a loved one around them to help them get better,” said Rick Fabiani, veteran and president of the Gainesville Fisher House Foundation in a 2013 interview. Located next to the Malcom Randall VA Medical Center on Archer Road, the 20-suite house will provide free temporary lodging for families and loved ones of veterans living in 50 counties in the North Florida and South Georgia area. It will also serve those from around the country who may come for specialty services. The facility will feature: • a “home away from home” with 20 allaccessible suites, communal kitchen, laundry facilities, living area, study area, outdoor garden and playground areas • the potential to provide 10,000 guest nights each year • a location on the VA property, adjacent to the medical center

Five years in the making, the building is now finished and needs to be stocked with the essential items that will transform it into to a true home for these individuals. The plan is to focus on providing the guests with resources not covered by the Department of Veterans Affairs. “We are asking for donations of Publix, Walmart and Target gift cards, in whatever amount they can give, so that our guests can buy food, toiletries and other daily necessities,” states a recent news brief. “We are so thankful to all your support throughout this incredible, five-year process. Soon, our first 20 military families will be living in the beautiful house that your generous donations built. “Although the list is long, if we all join forces and buy a few items each, we will be able to have the house fully stocked by May!” s

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CHARITY OF THE MONTH

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Carson Springs Wildlife Conservation Foundation rescues exotic animals in need, housing and supporting conservation of endangered species. The Foundation also has a rehabilitation license for native wildlife. Its mission is to provide homes for abandoned and abused exotic animals, house endangered species and support continuing genetic diversity. It also provides education about nature and the role of large predators. Alachua County, Florida, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife, and the United States Department of Agriculture license the Foundation. Over 20 species and 53 exotic animals can be found at the Conservation. Species such as the African Lion, Cheetah, Tiger, Puma, Serval, and Emu all reside on the grounds. Tours are available to sponsors, donors and children’s groups. Christine and Barry Janks founded Carson Springs Wildlife Conservation and provide their time and land to the animals with 100 percent of all donations going directly to animal care, food and housing. The Foundation provides educational opportunities and activities for a wide variety of people, including school groups, college and vet students, 4H groups and continuing education for veterinarians. The Foundation has very strict protocols for safety, optimal care, and their enclosures far exceed the minimum standard set by the U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The enclosures for the animals are all on natural grass, with trees and bushes. No animal is housed on concrete. The animals get a varied diet and vitamins for optimum health accompanied with clean fresh water at all times. Every cage is cleaned daily and several veterinarians are available to treat the animals as needed.

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A rescue animal such as Samer, the African Lion, has a second chance at life after the Conservation took him in and nursed him back to life. Samer is about seven and was brought to a vet to be euthanized. Known as a “wobbler” lion, he suffers from a neurological condition and has trouble with balance. His condition has greatly improved through nutritional therapy and a good diet. He is also beneﬁtting from a large enclosure where his muscle tone has greatly improved. Another rescue animal is Sunﬂower, a three-year-old Bengal Tiger. She was also brought to the vet to be euthanized. It was reported that she was having seizures and her original origins were obscured but clearly she was being discarded. Her happiness and joy of life is an inspiration to all who meet her. She appears to have had some training so it’s likely she came from a traveling circus. She is a bit cross eyed, most likely the result of inbreeding. Fortunately, through good diet and proper habitat, she is thriving and has become very healthy — another success story for Carson Springs Wildlife Conservation Foundation. To schedule a tour: 352-468-2827 or contact@cswildlife.org. s

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JUST RIDE

Bicycles and Aging More than Merely a Mode of Transportation by Mister Ed

y most applicable standards I am old — closer to 70 than 60. I have to deal with most of the typical physical issues associated with aging, and I don’t like how they have the potential to limit what I can do. It’s fortunate that I remained relatively active for much of my life because some of the skills and activities in which I once engaged have proven to be useful as I slip into my years. In the early ‘80s, I was an active runner, not very fast, but persistent enough to complete the Peachtree Road Race course within the required time limits to receive commemorative T-shirts — a big badge in Atlanta back then. I also rode a ten-speed Puch bicycle to and from work when my Honda Civic 1200 broke. The Puch met its demise and I replaced it with a Schwinn mountain bike because it was a new thing to do and the streets of Atlanta no longer felt quite as inviting. Trails along the Chattahoochee River north of the city were still fully accessible to bikes, and every ride became an adventure without the same physical demands of running, namely knee and foot pain.

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Slow forward (because my lifestyle changed dramatically and I was indolent and static for most of the next 20 years) to early 2000s, and I was at and sometimes over 400 pounds (but you’re tall so you can handle the extra weight) and nearing 60 years old. I was well on my way to becoming a fat, old man. Much changed as the middle of that decade approached: diet, relocation to North Central Florida and the need to replace a car that would cost too much to repair. I still had the Schwinn and had experienced enough of Gainesville to know that neither the weather nor the topography was sufficiently challenging to make riding a bike as part-time transportation a wholly foolish thing to do. So, I began riding to and from work whenever the primary car was not available. As I became more physically fit, and confident that I could handle both traffic and weather, I eschewed the car completely. Having been responsible for killing people in the former French Indochina, I am able to receive medical care from the Veterans Administration, and their

twice-yearly physicals demonstrated the value of physical activity. All the borderline bad stuff began falling well within desirable and very good ranges. I was becoming a sexagenarian with “good blood work.” Nice! What’s the point? Riding a bike is a good thing to do and G’ville is a good seniortimesmagazine.com

Bad knees can be made stronger without the stress associated with any weight-bearing activities.

place to do it. Bad knees can be made stronger without the stress associated with any weight-bearing activities. Heart and lungs can be stressed healthfully. Recreation slowly becomes more of a lifestyle and nearby errands can be accomplished on two wheels. Is it safe to ride? That depends mostly upon oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basic ability. If the last time riding a bike was in childhood, then a period of reacquainting is necessary. I was fortunate to May 2014

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have ridden many miles as an adult on the same bike, so the time required to feel competent on it was less. I could focus more quickly on the nuances and skills required to navigate Gainesville’s streets during rush hours. If I had not ridden since childhood the process would have been much different. For someone who had never ridden at all, it may be difficult to get to the point of feeling comfortable in traffic, but it isn’t necessary to confront busy streets. Trails ods abound and and quiet neighborhoods nd improved skills can be refined and n, even in relative safety. Soon, iles at a moderate pace, miles se can be ridden with ease and positive physical change becomes noticeable. Soon, the feeling of success and accomplishment rides with you at every turn of the pedals. In choosing a bike, the best bike is the one that feels right. In the ‘50s and early ‘60s there were few bicycle options. I had a red bike, probably a had a Schwinn. A neighbor had English three-speed “Raleigh English known by racing bike,” or so it was known lot covetous kids. We rodee a lot. Because I honed some riding skills in my middle years I did not have to contend with some of the questions put to me about riding a bike in later life; fear of falling, basic safety, and being viewed as an old fool who knows nothing about modern-day riding and bikes. There’s no way to dismiss the reality of potential physical danger of riding a bike. Basic principles of physics, which allow bicycles to work, can be overcome by poor technique and carelessness.

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Equipment can fail. A piece of blue ice dropped form a commercial airliner can strike. Some things we can control and some things we cannot, but the very last thing anyone should worry about is whether trying to improve one’s quality of life should be hindered by feelings of inadequacy and foolishness. The only way to decide whether riding a bike makes sense is to try riding. I was able to climb on my long-

ignored Schwinn and begin riding with little difﬁculty. Some minor repairing and tuning made it serviceable as a recreational tool and, with some tuning of heart, lungs and muscles, it eventually worked as my daily commuter. What would I have done if I’d had no bike? I might never have taken the steps necessary, but anyone reading this has already had thoughts about doing something other than watching daytime TV and

may need a few suggestions for taking the next step. Bikes can be found online through craigslist, newspaper ads and even friends and neighbors. “Johnny hasn’t ridden it since we got him a car, so you’re welcome to it.” That is the least expensive ﬁrst step, but it isn’t the best one if you are inexperienced or haven’t thought about bikes in a half-century. A bit of guidance is a good thing, and the best place to get guidance is from an easily accessible, experienced rider who t is willing to take your interest seriYo need someone who ously. You ta both your language can talk an bike-speak because and b bikes don’t come in one style (or color) anymore. But what if you don’t know such a person? Then it’s time to go looking for a professional. I use the term “professional” a bit loosely and for minor dramatic impact. The professionals I mean aare people working at b bi k shops, but not just bike an ny b any bike shop. What you want wa nt is a place where you feel comfortable comfortable. When you start visiting local bike sho shops, you’ll recognize it as the right starting point soon after you begin talking. Express your concerns about safety since you don’t know how well you’ll be able to ride. Express your concerns about any physical limitations, like arthritic knees or back problems. Express concern about wasting money on something you might discover you don’t want after a few rides. The bike shop you want — what I call a Friendly Neighborhood Bike Shop, or FNBS — will let you ride some of their seniortimesmagazine.com

bikes. They’ll show you the advantages and disadvantages to various styles of bikes. If you assert that your budget limit is about $250, they’ll try to ﬁnd a satisfactory used bike for you. Yes, you can go to a Big Box store in a strip mall and spend that much on a shiny new bike, but it will be a lesser machine than

“The bike shop you want — what I call a Friendly Neighborhood Bike Shop, or FNBS — will let you ride some of their bikes.” a higher-quality used bike that you locate with the help of your newfound FNBS. Recently, I looked for just such a used bike and found several, fully functional and of high quality. You’ll need annual tune-ups, adjustments, brakes and cables, all of which will be done best by your FNBS (at least until you learn to do some of them yourself ). The bonus is that basic, regular maintenance costs much less than that of a car, whether it’s a Big Box bike, one you got from a neighbor or craigslist or one costing many hundreds of dollars. Your soon-to-be FNBS will walk you through the ﬁrst experimental ride in their parking lot. They’ll ﬁguratively (and literally, if necessary) hold your hand. They’ll explain the use and relative value of multiple gears. They’ll educate you on road bikes, mountain bikes, hybrids, frame materials, tires, accessories and everything else. When you leave — with or without a bike — you can be assured they’ll not be laughing about the old man or woman who just left; the people at your FNBS care too much about bikes to be disrespectful of someone who wants to ride. s May 2014

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Tinseltown Talks Jane Powell Reﬂects by Nick Thomas

ultitalented actress Jane Powell celebrated her 85th birthday in April. She and husband Dick Moore purchased a home in Wilton, Conn., about 30 years ago, dividing their time between Connecticut and New York. “We found this perfect house which was built in 1875 and didn’t have to do much remodeling,” said Jane from Wilton. “I love to cook, so we added a new kitchen, built an office in the back and put a gazebo in the garden.” And at 85, she could be considered a role model for Seniors’ health. “I love to eat, but have never eaten junk food.” Standing just five feet tall and a slender 100 lbs. most of her adult life, Jane said keeping fit is important. “I exercise several times a week, do Pilates and low impact aerobics,” she said. “I’ve had arthritis, but it progresses more slowly if you look after yourself.” Best remembered for two giant MGM musicals in the 1950s, Powell starred in just 18 other feature films between 1944-1958, although in later years she played more dramatic roles on TV and in theater to great acclaim. On the big screen, she was a reliable actress who could also sing and dance with the best. In “A Date with Judy” (1948) she held her own against the brilliant Elizabeth Taylor; she matched Fred Astaire step for step in “Royal Wedding” (1951); and she crooned alongside Debbie Reynolds in “Hit the Deck” (1955). Born Suzanne Burce, in Portland, Oreg., she first performed on radio and in local theater. “I started professional singing training when I was 10, and dancing when I was 2,” she said. Young Suzanne expressed little interest in an entertainment

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career, but her mother had other ideas. While vacationing with the family in Hollywood in 1943, she won a talent contest and signed a contract with Universal Studios the next day. She was just 14. “I didn’t particularly want to do it,” she said, but her parents “had this planned.” seniortimesmagazine.com

Within months, she was preparing for her first film “Song of the Open Road” in which she played, quite prophetically, a child film star named “Jane Powell.” The character’s name appealed to the studio heads, and young Suzanne was re-christened Jane. Today, her most known films are the musical hits: “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers” with Howard Keel, and “Royal Wedding,” which features two famous solos by Fred Astaire dancing on a ceiling and with a coat rack. And in a charming 6-minute vaudevillian-type skit, Powell and Astaire go head to head, matching witty banter, singing and dancing to a song with the longest title in any MGM musical: “How Could

You Believe Me When I Said I Love You When You Know I’ve Been A Liar All My Life?” That routine perfectly showcased Powell’s on-screen energy, enthusiasm and comic talent. Of Astaire, Powell said he was the consummate performer. “After you worked with Fred, you just didn’t want to work with anyone else,” she said. However, life for young stars in the ‘40s and ‘50s could be tough. The major studios dominated the ﬁlm industry and actors had little say about role selection and were readily typecast. They could be “rented out” to other companies at the studio’s whim. “The studios groomed young actors to be stars,” Powell said. “It was hard to make friends socially. I never had any ‘girls’ nights’ or sleepovers.” Despite being pushed into a Hol-

lywood career and the pressures of work, the stress never showed in her performances, which were always upbeat and energetic. But as the ‘50s drew to a close, so did the era of lavish Hollywood musicals. “They were expensive to make and the studio system dissolved,” Powell said. “Audiences became more sophisticated and wanted more of a story plot.” Nevertheless, the MGM classics remain popular today with older audiences who look back on that ﬁlm period with fondness, as well as younger viewers who are fascinated by the early Hollywood era. “People still love to watch the old musicals,” Powell said. s Nick Thomas teaches at Auburn University at Montgomery, Ala., and has written features, columns, and interviews for over 400 magazines and newspapers. His web site is www.getnickt.com.

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COLUMN œ DONNA BONNELL

Embracing Life Remember May Day

recently participated in a spectacular May Day celebration known as Maypole Dancing. Colorful streamers, flowers and festive music created a carnival-like atmosphere for children and adults. While it was my first experience, the tradition of rejoicing at the arrival of summer (where joy, hope and love fills the air) is a worldwide event. After nearly six decades, why was I unaware of this beautiful custom? Regular readers know I had to investigate. Imagine my surprise when I found the 1894 poem, “The Workers’ Maypole.” Let the winds lift your banners from far lands With a message of strife and of hope: Raise the Maypole aloft with its garlands That gathers your cause in its scope. Stand fast, then, Oh Workers, your ground, Together pull, strong and united: Link your hands like a chain the world round, If you will that your hopes be requited. When the World’s Workers, sisters and brothers, Shall build, in the new coming years, A lair house of life not for others, For the earth and its fullness is theirs. What did Walter Crane’s woeful words mean? Around the world, May Day is a happy event. Why not in our country? The answers were easily found. Crane’s quote reflects a dark time in our nation’s history. Working conditions were severe in the 19th century. Sixteen hour work days in unsafe conditions were common, death and injury routine. In some industries, the average life expectancy was 20 years, with little hope of rising out of destitution. Workers knew employers were trading their lives for profit and began to rally for relief. At an 1884 convention of the Federation of Organized Trades and Labor Unions (FOTLU), it was declared that “Eight hours shall constitute a legal day’s labor from and after May 1, 1886.”

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The following year, the FOTLU (backed by Knights of Labor) stated they would be supported by strikes and demonstrations. Approximately a quarter of a million people in the Chicago area became directly involved in the crusade to implement the eight-hour work day. An excerpt from a proclamation printed just before May 1, 1886, included this plea: “Workingmen to Arms! One pound of DYNAMITE is better than a bushel of BALLOTS! MAKE YOUR DEMAND FOR EIGHT HOURS with weapons in your hands…” seniortimesmagazine.com

The city was prepared for bloodshed. On the first May Day celebration, 300,000+ workers (across the U.S.) walked off their jobs. In Chicago, 40,000 went on strike. More and more workers joined as the numbers increased to nearly 100,000. Yet, peace prevailed. Violence erupted two days later. During a speech near the McCormick plant, demonstrators joined steelworkers on the picket line. Police beatings and rock throwing by the strikers resulted in law enforcement responding with gunfire. At least two strikers were killed and an unknown number were wounded. Public rage ensued and a meeting to discuss police brutality was arranged for the following day in Haymarket Square. Because of bad weather and short notice, only about 3,000 people attended, including the mayor. Reports indicate the crowd remained calm and orderly. As the meeting wound down, a bomb was thrown into the police ranks. No one knows who threw the bomb. The police fired into the crowd. The exact number of civilians killed or wounded was never determined. Engraved on a Haymarket Monument are these words: “The day will come when our silence will be more powerful than the voices you are throttling today.” May Day was later established as an International Workers’ Day. Ironically, it is an official holiday in 66 countries and unofficially celebrated in many more. In the early part of the 20th century, the U.S. government curbed the celebration. Thus, May Day is rarely recognized in the USA where its roots originated. Regardless of our political beliefs — prounion or anti-union — by remembering May Day, we embrace those who fought for the rights and dignities we enjoy today. s

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AND THE BAND PLAYED ON

Music Man Band Director Gerald Poe Reﬂects on a Fruitful Career

by Shayna Posses photography by TJ Morrissey

hen Gerald Poe was growing up, there was only one radio station. Everyone, young and old, listened to the same music: Frank Sinatra and the like. It wasn’t until he went to Colorado’s Western State College that he was introduced to Wagner and Mozart. He’s never gone back. After conducting the Gainesville Community Band for 10 years, the 72-year-old is stepping down following the band’s annual Mother’s Day concert. But Terry Moo, his friend of 25 years, said he doubts Poe will be able to stay away from music for long. “When music’s been in your life for as long as it’s been in Gerry’s, you can’t stay away from it,” he said. “It’ll be there in some shape or form.” Poe started taking piano lessons at age 6. He picked up the clarinet and trumpet soon after. By fourth grade, he was playing in the junior high band. His family didn’t have much, but there was always enough for lessons. “My parents went through the Depression and didn’t have opportunities to do

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things like this,” Poe said. “They wanted us to get involved and have experiences.” He went to college to pursue a degree in trumpet performance and, somewhere along the way, fell in love with teaching. For the better part of 40 years, he taught music all across the country: University of Colorado, University of Oregon, University of Portland, and California and Colorado public schools. In some ways, moving all the time was a practical decision. “That was how you moved up the ladder,” Poe said. But travel was something he’d loved since childhood. Every summer, his parents would take off work for two weeks and drive the children around in a camper. They saw all the state parks in the west. He has since seen all 50 states and 27 countries. “Traveling is the same bug music was for me,” he said. Poe came to Gainesville in 1982, and he’s been a Gator ever since — though he’s disappointed the basketball team didn’t win the championship. “I’m let down that the Gators got

beat,” he said. “But Billy Donovan is one of the best coaches Florida has had or ever will have.” Poe knows a little something about coaches. He moved to Gainesville to serve as the University of Florida’s director of bands. It was a huge undertaking, requiring about 50 hours a week just to draw out the plans for the performers’ movements. “You don’t do it unless you want to,” he said. “The band has to look as good or better than the football team. You don’t win, but if Louisiana State University is here and looks better than you, everyone knows it.” One of the highlights of his band director days was when he took his band to Suseniortimesmagazine.com

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Gerald Poe conducts members of the Gainesville Community Band. Poe has played professionally for most of his life but says conducting is a lot of work. However, he said at this point in his career, “I feel secure when I get up on the podium.”

per Bowl XVIII, which was held in Tampa. At the time, Poe was working with a lot of alumni Gator Clubs, and a group of alumni talked the event organizers into letting him handle pre-game entertainment.

hundred students take up a lot of space,” he said. “But I insisted.” He doesn’t think another band has ever gotten a chance to play for the Super Bowl. Burnt out, Poe took a year off from

“That’s the thing I’ll miss the most: Every person in the band is a good person. They’re quite efﬁcient people in their ﬁeld, but the thing that brings them together is music.” “Florida State University heard and got bent out of shape about it,” he said. “‘It’s Florida’s Super Bowl,’ they said.” Both schools should have a chance to play, so he brought FSU on board. They put the show together in two or three days during winter break — the Super Bowl was in early January back then — and headed to Tampa. It took 27 buses to get them there. All 500 students got tickets to the game. “They didn’t want to give it to us. Five

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music in his mid 40s and became a stockbroker. The money was great, he said, but it wasn’t his kind of people. “His heart was in music and teaching,” Moo said. Poe took a job teaching in Alachua County public schools in 1986. For 10 years, he was at Hawthorne Middle/ High School, where he built the band up from nothing, Moo said. At the time, the band program was small and not very good. He taught them the fun-

damentals, and they got so good they were invited to perform in Washington, D.C. One day, Moo stopped by Poe’s eighthgrade classroom. Poe told him they could play all 12 major scales. Moo picked a hard one: B major, which has five sharps. “We’ll probably have to play this one slowly,” Poe said. “Most seniors in high school around here can’t play the scale as well as they did,” Moo recalled. “They just had a new world open up to them. Kids from the time still talk about it.” After retiring from public schools in 2004, Poe took on the position of musical director of the Gainesville Community Band. His first concert was the Mother’s Day show, and now, it will be his last. While each concert on the band’s schedule is different, the Mother’s Day performance has always been special to him because of the words of one young girl. His first year with the band, a TV 20 reporter interviewed the daughter of one of his performers. They asked the seniortimesmagazine.com

high schooler why she was there. “Well, my mother plays clarinet in the band, and it’s one of the highlights of her week,” she said. “If it means that much to her, we ought to support her.” It stuck with him, and though most bands don’t have a Mother’s or Father’s Day concert because the performers are off doing things with their families, it’s a tradition Poe is happy to have on the band’s calendar. The group will be performing music that has meant a lot to Poe since he moved to Florida, such as “Tree City Fanfare.” Former UF director of bands Richard W. Bowles composed the piece for the band in 2004, and it’s now their signature song. Leading the group has been an adventure for Poe. An adult band is different than any other, he said. All of his performers are also professionals. “Kids have to show up for class,” he said. “These adults are doing their job during the day and raising kids and

whatnot — they have obligations.” But he looks forward to their Thursday night practice every week. A big reason is his performers. “That’s the thing I’ll miss the most: Every person in the band is a good person,” he said. “They’re quite efficient people in their field, but the thing that brings them together is music.” Poe said he is leaving because it feels like the right time, but he wouldn’t be surprised if he came back — though not as a conductor. It’s a lot of work, he said. “I might keep playing in the band,” Poe said. “It’s easy — you show up and play.” For now, his only definitive plans are to spend some time outside. He’s always been a nature guy, and he’s looking forward to getting more time to keep up the seven-acre property he owns between Trenton and Newberry. “I always have a list of things to do,” he said. He will probably carve a bit — he made

most of the furniture in his home — and garden some. Maybe he’ll hitch up his popup trailer and escape to the mountains. After all, his two sons are long since grown. His youngest played the violin and piano. The oldest is a cellist and pianist. They’re too busy to play much anymore, but it was important to Poe that they learned. “The arts are fundamental to quality of life,” he said. “Art gives us insight to life and enjoyment of things that nothing else does.” For that, he’s eternally grateful. “Music’s my passion for life. I used to tell every student from the youngsters to the Ph.Ds., ‘You have to do what you enjoy,’” Poe said. “Every day, I get up and enjoy it.” s The Mother’s Day Concert will be held Sunday, May 11 at 2:00pm at the Trinity United Methodist Church in Gainesville. 4000 NW 53rd Avenue.

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10 Million Nickels …and counting!

or the past five years, SunState Federal Credit Union has been giving away Nickels… lots of them! Maybe you’ve heard the jingle on the radio, seen en the commercials on TV or even seen n Walt and Charlie in the pages of Our Town n or Senior Times Magazines giving away free nickels for every signature debit card transaction. Chances are you have, but if you haven’t, you’ve missed out on your share of $500,000 in free money. That’s over 10 million nickels! Aaron Johns of Lake City knows y. a thing or two about free money. al As a member of SunState Federal Credit union for over 12 years, Aaron was recently awarded SunState’s 10-millionth nickel. “I rarely win anything,” said Aaron recently. “It was a great surprise to get the call saying I had won.” As a local entrepreneur and Medical Based Supervisor for AirLife 7, Aaron has both business

and personal accounts with SunState Federal Credit Union. A resident of Lake City, Aaron has come to count on his local branch and considers them family. “I’ve I ve kno known Mia forever, so when she called to te tell me I had won, I think she was just as excited as I was.” Ove Over the years, Aaron has come to trust his relationship with SunState. “They’ve always taken great care in working with me and my business. SunState’s always been there when I’ve needed them, something I ssincerely appreciate.” How would you like to get paid making everyday purchases, for ma Aaron? How about earning just ju st llike ike ik e Aa Aar r money for purchases such as coffee, lunch or even movie tickets? With SunState Federal Credit Union’s “Nickel-Back” promotion, everyday debit card transactions will do just that. Simply stated, SunState will deposit, in bulk, a nickel for every signature transaction you make.

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COLUMN œ ELLIS AMBURN

Enjoying Act Three A Woman in Her 80s is the Smartest Person I Know.

hen I ﬁrst started publishing her words of wisdom, I asked if I should give her credit. “Ellis, I don’t need the credit,” she said. “The credit goes to God.” We used to be inseparable until she moved away to be near her family, but she gave me so much that I still feel her presence daily.

Having done exactly as I was told for a year or so, I experienced a miracle: The alcohol craving had been removed. Now the real work began, and I was ready to address the issues that had made me drink in the ﬁrst place. “I’ve noticed that most alcoholics don’t like the way they feel,” she said, “so they drink to change the way they feel.”

“Everything about you was a free gift from God. You had nothing to do with your creation. It was all God’s grace. Just be grateful.” When we met I was an unhappy person — couldn’t stop drinking and drugging. I told her I’d tried to kick my addictions in recovery programs, but slipped. What should I do? “Just follow directions,” she said. 1) Ask God to save me from my insane ideas about how to live, ideas that had totally trashed my life. 2) Think only what God would think; do only what God would do, turning over all anger and resentment. 3) Examine my life, discover what harmed and warped me, what my faults are, and ask God to eradicate them. 4) Apologize to persons I had hurt and promise never to do it again. 5) Enhance God consciousness through prayer and meditation, live a life of kindness, and help others.

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“I certainly did,” I said. “Wonder why that is?” “Was it because you believed all the lies that were told about you?” “I was told I wasn’t good enough, that I was different, didn’t fit in, was a weirdo, a bookworm, an intellectual, couldn’t play baseball, was worthless.” “All lies,” she said. “Let’s find out what you really are. Who are you, Ellis?” “I don’t know. I’ve never known. Oh, I have some hints, sure. I’m an author, a son, a brother, but none of those jobs or roles define the totality of me.” “Maybe I can help a little. Who created you?” “I’m a self-made man. I came from the backwoods of Texas, put myself through college, ended up a vice president on Madison Avenue.” “Wonderful accomplishments, but could

you show me how to create a human being, and actually do it, right here and now?” “Of course not.” “Even a hangnail?” “Nope. It must have been a power greater than myself.” “And what do you call that power?” “God.” She smiled and said, “I can just see it — God in his workshop creating Ellis. He takes a big mixing bowl, reaches up to a shelf, and says, ‘Lets see. I’ll mix in some hazel dye from this bottle to make Ellis’s eyes. He’ll need a good strong brain to be a writer.’ When God ﬁnishes, he takes this beautiful baby, who He loves passionately, and hands it to the world, where people say, ‘Ugh. What’s this? This is not what we wanted. There’s something wrong with him. Take him back.’ Those are the lies you believed about you, when in fact you are — what?” “A son of the ruler of the universe.” “What a concept! You’re a magniﬁcent child of a perfect Higher Power. Is that good enough?” To make sure it didn’t go to my head, she added, “Everything about you was a free gift from God. You had nothing to do with your creation. It was all God’s grace. Just be grateful.” It was 6 pm., time to leave, but when I stood up, I could scarcely walk. Helping me to the door, she asked, “Are you all right, Ellis?” “I think I’ve just had a spiritual experience. I’m reeling.” The lies I’d believed about myself were dropping from me like chains, dead weight that had hobbled me all my life up until now. I walked out of her house a free man, ready at last to become the person I was originally intended to be. s Ellis Amburn’s recently updated biography of Elizabeth Taylor, “The Most Beautiful Woman in the World” (Harper; amazon. com), was praised by the Dallas Morning News as “an entertaining page-turner.”

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HANDS ON

Every Issue is an Elderly Issue Volunteering with the Community Coalition for Older Adults story and photography by Darla Kinney Scoles

hen the Community Coalition for Older Adults (CCOA) meets each month at Gainesville’s Senior Recreation Center, information is shared, knowledge is gained, progress is made and action is taken. This dynamic group of Seniors and non-Seniors alike is constantly exploring every issue, program, organization and idea that might in any way relate to, or affect, the area’s senior citizens — then moving forward in the direction agreed upon as most effective in the subject at hand. “Our title doesn’t quite describe us,” said CCOA Chair Jon Reiskind. “We have an open membership for anyone involved in Senior issues, whether they themselves are a Senior or not.” The framework of the group, in fact, does include representatives from a variety of area agencies, neighborhoods, organizations and governmental entities, while also encompassing individuals who simply want to be informed and involved in what is happening locally with regards to the aging population. Each and every member is a volunteer as well.

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With the endless list of issues to address (“Every issue is a Senior issue,” said CCOA member JoAnna Emerson), the group needs as many dedicated hands and hearts as possible in order to have the greatest impact in the lives of an ever-increasing Alachua County Senior citizenry. >> THE NEED: “We need volunteers to be informed and to be advocates and then to inform, alert and to lobby for the concerns of the older citizens in the area,” Reiskind said. “Many of us wear different hats.” Those concerns include a variety of arenas, such as insurance, health and medicine, poverty and homelessness, caretaking, transportation, community service and governmental involvement. One idea discussed at the group’s most recent meeting was the need for

a member volunteer to attend city and county governmental meetings and report back to CCOA on items of concern or interest. This same individual could represent CCOA in taking items to governmental meetings as well. “The CCOA is not a political group, but a group of people concerned about making our community the best it can be,” Emerson said. “And to promote all the good things available to Seniors.” In order to accomplish this, CCOA needs volunteers with simply a desire to be more involved as an advocate for the elderly, as well as those with some speciﬁc skills — grant writing, social media communication, event fundraising, government involvement and computer knowledge. >> THE WORK: With monthly meetings the mainstay and much behind-the-scenes activity

(Clockwise from top) JoAnna Emerson, Sharon Faris, Shirley Bloodworth, Lois Gorman and Vidya Hogan. “I like being involved in the community and this is an excellent way to do that,” said CCOA member Lois Gorman. “I love the group’s intergenerational approach. It helps both young and old.” “Our election meet-and-greet helped city council candidates get information to elderly voters,” said CCOA member, Sharon Faris. “We can do that again at the county level if we have enough volunteers.”

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At a February gathering of the Community Coalition for Older Adults (CCOA), more than 100 attendees heard from Gainesville City Commission candidates before Election Day. March’s meeting included information on Medicaid changes and the practice of Time Banking. Meeting the second Friday of each month at the Senior Recreation Center, CCOA is committed to providing Gainesville and Alachua County elders with respect and dignity. Volunteers are needed to carry out the group’s many initiatives.

“I get a lot of satisfaction in doing for others. I like being involved in the community and this is an excellent way to do that.” in between, the work a CCOA member volunteer engages in could be better termed simply “involvement.” “There is a window of opportunity when one has enormous energies to put into the community,” Reiskind said. “When you stop working, you have to ask, ‘What is

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productive in using my time?’ Volunteering ﬁlls the hours, brings purpose, gives identity and is a meaningful use of time.” With so many topics to address and action items related to them, CCOA could beneﬁt most from member volunteers who could work to actively imple-

ment ideas discussed at meetings. Active members of CCOA are, as a result, often members of complementary organizations working as liaisons. My volunteer experience with this organization involved using my writing skills to help draft a letter the group needed to seniortimesmagazine.com

send. Such would be the case with all volunteers here, with the service matching the talents and interests of the member. >> THE REWARDS: As a group gaining momentum, CCOA offers members the satisfaction of watching their efforts grow and make a difference community-wide. There is so much that could be done with more members in the formula. Joining now would afford a firsthand part in making things happen. “There is, for me, a kind of selfish aspect to it,” said member Lois Gorman. “I get a lot of satisfaction in doing for others. I like being involved in the community and this is an excellent way to do that. I also learn a lot from everyone in this group. I love the intergenerational approach. It helps both young and old.” “This is a great group to work with,” said CCOA Chair Shirley Bloodworth, an individual described as both empowering and as having expectations. “That is one of the greatest advantages in membership.” >> THE FIT: “The energy level of this group is dynamic,” said CCOA member Sharon Faris. “It’s incredible. Most belong to other groups as well. The person who would be a good fit here would have a sense of humor, compassion, tolerance, openmindedness — and wouldn’t take themselves too seriously. They need to be someone who cares about their community and likes to give back.” Adding that life is all about relationships, Bloodworth noted that the members here are not only learning to relate to one another, but to other organizations as well — and that the dialogue with both is meaningful. “Anyone who is interested in the concerns and issues of elderly adults is a good fit,” Emerson said. How to get involved: CCOA meetings are held the second Friday of each month at the Gainesville Senior Recreation Center (5701 N.W. 34th Blvd.) and begin at 9:00 a.m. To join the group’s email list, contact Shirley Bloodworth (sgblood@bellsouth.net), Jack Donovan ( jfdonovan@bellsouth.net), or Jon Reiskind ( jon.reiskind@gmail.com). “Like” them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/pages/ Community Coalition for Older Adults/. s Thanks to you! -Darla

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STUDY ABROAD

Language Immersion Jumping in with Both Feet

story and photography by Mary W. Bridgman

ife after 50 can be an age of exploration, offering both time and opportunity to explore tantalizing “roads not taken” during one’s youth. Learning a foreign language is a road that beckoned during my high school and college days. I took three years of Spanish in high school, followed by another two in college, all purely elective, simply because I enjoyed the language. The ingredient missing from those early experiences was extemporaneous conversation. I found it difﬁcult to formulate a Spanish sentence that made any sense on those few occasions when it might have been useful.

Fast forward to retirement, a welcome phase of life that has allowed me to reacquaint myself with activities I haven’t enjoyed for years, writing being chief among them. I began to play organ and piano again, volunteered in a variety of capacities, and became a master gardener and a certiﬁed group ﬁtness instructor. My husband and I moved to a smaller community and launched a few home improvement projects. Studying Spanish wasn’t on my radar screen. One day, out of the blue, my friend Susan invited me to accompany her to Mexico for a Spanish immersion study program arranged by Amerispan, a company that offers language programs all over the world. Amerispan suggested

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that Susan and I study in Oaxaca, a city of 500,000 people. Oaxaca is the capital and largest city of the Mexican state of the same name. It is located in the foothills of the Sierra Madre in southwestern Mexico. The area features a large number of colonial-era structures as well as native Zapotec and Mixtec cultures and archeological sites that attract many tourists. The weather in Oaxaca is mild yearround, varying from 50 degrees in the evening to the mid 80s in the afternoons during the month of February, when our trip was scheduled. The rainy season lasts from April through October. Due to its altitude of over 5000 feet, Oaxaca is much cooler than lowland areas. The mild climate, more than historic and archaeologi-

ABOVE: Teacher Miguel, on the right, models a mask made of polished stone and shell by the craftsman on the left. Susan purchased it as a souvenir. RIGHT: Another teacher, Javier, made conversation class fun. And, after our study time had concluded, we ﬁlled our evenings with music and festivals.

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cal sites, is doubtless responsible for Oaxaca’s booming tourist trade — 77 percent of its jobs are related to tourism. Many Americans and Canadians winter there, escaping the harsh conditions of their homelands. Susan planned to stay for three weeks, but I decided to go for one. Her intention was to arrange “home stays” for the weeks prior and following the week I would be there, and move to the school’s “residence” during our time together. However, her home stay experience wasn’t satisfactory. The home was isolated and her hosts limited their interactions with her — the language barrier contributed to the problem. Susan checked out the school’s residence prior to my arrival and was disappointed with it as well. It offered very little in the way of aesthetics and amenities. So, with the help of the school, Susan located a bed and breakfast where we could share a room. The cost of the week’s study was reasonable — $700 covered both instruction and lodging. However, I experienced sticker shock when I started searching for flights — over $1,100 for a roundtrip ticket. I flew United from Gainesville to Tampa, from there to Houston, and then caught a direct flight to Oaxaca, thus avoiding a long layover in Mexico City, about 300 miles to the north. Oaxaca’s airport has nine gates, but is comfortable and modern. I never asked what exactly is meant by the term “immersion” when applied to language studies. I assumed it meant students would be required to speak only Spanish, but that is not strictly true. Classes are taught in Spanish, but students are permitted to ask questions in English. In Oaxaca, Amerispan contracts with a school called Solexico. Classes are small, no more than three or four students per class, with private instruction also available. My week at Solexico began with a four-page exam, which I didn’t find terribly difficult. I was placed in a class with one other student, a woman my age named Tami, also retired, from California. Her vocabulary was more comprehensive than mine, but she, like me, needed more practice with conjugation of verbs and, of course, conversation. Our teacher, Adrian, was gentle and patient with our fumbling attempts to become better speakers. We received four hours of instruction daily, three of grammar and one devoted to conversation. The school uses a four-level grammar series, written completely in Spanish, which I found easy to use. We worked through exercises during the first 80 minutes of class, took a 10-minute break, and then continued for another

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ABOVE: Santo Domingo Cultural Center includes a church, museum, library and conference facilities. TOP LEFT: Monte Alban was the ancient Zapotecan Capital founded toward the end of the Middle Formative period around 500 B.C. The city had lost its political pre-eminence by the end of the Late Classic (ca. A.D. 500-750) and soon thereafter was largely abandoned.

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70 minutes, followed by a 30-minute lunch. After lunch, we met with another teacher, Javier, for conversation. We were joined in conversation class by a third student, a young man named Grant, who hoped to be hired by the United States Border Patrol. He believed ďŹ&#x201A;uency in Spanish would make him a

more attractive candidate. I enjoyed all aspects of the coursework, especially the low student/teacher ratio, which permitted more impromptu learning. Most interesting were the conversations, which often provided insight into the culture of Mexico â&#x20AC;&#x201D; its religion (predominantly Roman Catholic), family

life, health care system, and government. Although the focus of our stay was studying Spanish, afternoons and evenings were free for exploring. One of the teachers at our school, Miguel, was available to drive us to local destinations and also provided transportation to and from the airport. Ever the diligent May 2014

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Taking a break with my teacher Adrian and fellow student, Tami.

pedagogue, he turned each expedition into a lesson. He never seemed to tire of our endless questions and grammar snafus. Miguel took us to Monte Alban, an ancient Zapotecan capital and one of the most important Mesoamerica cities. It was founded around 500 BC and flourished for more than 200 years. The site, uninhabited since colonial times, featured a great plaza, ball court, tombs and fabulous views of the surrounding mountains. Another interesting afternoon was spent at Santo Domingo Cultural Center, which is housed in a former convent that was constructed in the late 16th century. Opened in 1998, the center is comprised of the magnificent Church of Santo Domingo, the Museum of Oaxacan Cultures, the Ethnobotanical Garden of Oaxaca, two libraries and conference facilities. Susan was particularly impressed by the celebratory feel of the Zocalo, a traffic-free square in the center of town. There were government-sponsored fiestas, dancing and music on the square nearly every evening, despite the fact that Oaxaca is the poorest state in Mexico. Dining out in Oaxaca offered unexpected pleasures. We learned that the area is famous for its culinary offerings, particularly mole, a sauce that includes chocolate flavoring. I sampled the concoction — finding it smooth, creamy, and not too sweet — over turkey at Casa Oaxaca, a lovely dining establishment featuring rooftop views of the towers of the church of Santo Domingo. Although our lodgings in Oaxaca were inexpensive — $150 per person per week for a shared double room — premium lodgings are available. Tami stayed at a nice hotel for $150 per

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night. Another student, who was sent for Spanish studies by his employer, stayed at an even more impressive luxury hotel, Quinta Real. The Quinta had the look of a former convent or monastery, and reminded me of paradors that I’d stayed at in Europe. During our stay in Oaxaca, Susan and I felt completely safe. Before we left, we had checked for U.S. Department of State travel advisories and found none related to Oaxaca. We often saw police patrolling the city on foot, accompanied by leashed police dogs. One evening when we couldn’t find a restaurant we wanted to try, we asked one of the policemen to help us. He promptly radioed someone to get the information, and together with several of his colleagues, escorted us to the place. On my last evening in Oaxaca, Susan and I joined four other students from the school for a buffet dinner and a colorful folk dance exhibition at Quinta Real. During one of the numbers, a male performer grabbed my hand and led me to the stage to dance. Several others in the audience accepted similar invitations, not quite understanding exactly what we were doing but getting the hang of it in a spirit of international goodwill. I can’t say that I had a “breakthrough” learning experience with Spanish during my week in Oaxaca. By far, the most frustrating moments came during conversation, when the vast expanse of my ignorance hit full force. I’d sit in silence, white noise filling my brain as I struggled to formulate the words needed to express my thoughts. However, I can say that my Spanish, limited though it may be, proved more than adequate for shopping, ordering meals, taking taxis and asking directions. I had an enjoyable time in Oaxaca, an intense and lively learning experience. After a week of study, I understood that fluency in Spanish would take me years to attain. With pocket translators readily accessible on my smartphone, I’ll probably never have sufficient motivation to learn. But there’s more to learning another language than wrestling with grammatical rules. I’ll always treasure memories of simple human interactions with persons of another culture, from a different country, who spoke — and taught — a mellifluous language not my own. s seniortimesmagazine.com

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Healthy Edge Plantar Fasciitis: A Pain in the Heel

ver do the morning shuffle? Usually accompanied by the words “ow, ow, ow, ow,” the morning shuffle is that move that those of us with plantar fasciitis do when we take our first steps after getting out of bed. The plantar fascia is a strong, skinny band of tissue that connects the heal bone to the bottom of your toes. When this connective tissue is healthy, it supports the arch of your foot. When it’s irritated or damaged, it causes pain and tenderness in the heel and foot when standing or walking. A study by Virginia Commonwealth University Department of Physical Therapy shows that approximately 10 percent of Americans have suffered from plantar fasciitis, one of the most common heel pain culprits. What causes plantar fasciitis? Although the suffix of fasciitis (“itis”) means “inflammation,” plantar fasciitis specialists Dr. Terrence M. Philbin, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at the Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Center in Westerville, Ohio, and Dr. Karim Khan, a professor of family practice medicine at the University of British Columbia and editor of The British Journal of Sports Medicine, both believe that most cases of plantar fasciitis don’t involve inflammation. Instead of inflammation, it’s now hypothesized that plantar fasciitis is caused by ongoing trauma/tears, weakening, and degeneration of the tissue.

When the body can’t repair the damage fast enough, the tears accumulate. What are the symptoms? The most common symptoms are heel and foot pain and tenderness that causes immediate difficultly walking and standing from a resting position. Pain upon exercising is another common complaint. It can occur in one or both feet. Plantar fasciitis hurts most when the fascia tightens. That’s why plantar fasciitis is usually pretty painful upon waking and standing. Fascia tightens when you sleep. Who’s at risk? According to Medscape, your risk for developing plantar fasciitis increases if: • Your feet roll inward when you walk • You have high or flat arches • You walk, stand, or run for long periods of time • You’re overweight • You wear shoes that don’t fit well • You have tight Achilles tendons or calf muscles (stretching may help with prevention) How is plantar fasciitis treated? Plantar fasciitis can takes months to a year to go away. There’s no magic treatment, but these tips may get you some relieve and help you get better, faster. • Give your tootsies rest (but not too much). Reduce the “painful” activities. • Try ice or a cold therapy pool. For reducing pain, this may work as well as

pain reliever like ibuprofen, naproxen, or aspirin. • Stretch, stretch, stretch. Ease into trying to touch your toes to stretch hamstrings (pull on a towel under both feet to get a better stretch) and extend your Achilles tendon and calves. You want to do this several times a day, especially when you ﬁrst get up. • Try shoe therapy. Get a new pair of shoes with good arch support and a cushioned sole. Also consider heel cups or orthotics. These tips — particularly the stretching — minimizes the burden of your fascia, giving it a chance to repair itself. If you still have plantar fasciitis, your doctor may give you splints for when you sleep, steroid shots in your heel, or other treatments. What else causes heel pain? Before you diagnose yourself, check with your healthcare professional. There are a few different causes of help and foot pain. According to Medscape, they include: • Achilles tendinitis • Achilles tendon rupture • Bone tumor • Bursitis • Fibromyalgia • Fracture • Gout • Heel pad wear and tear • Heel spur • Osteomyelitis • Peripheral neuropathy • Pinched nerve • Rheumatoid arthritis • Stress fractures • Tarsal tunnel syndrome • Tendinitis To give fascia all over your body that healthy edge, stretch your body daily! s Kendra Siler-Marsiglio, Ph.D. is the Director of Rural Health Partnership at WellFlorida Council.

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CALENDAR UPCOMING EVENTS IN ALACHUA & MARION TAX REFORM FORUM Thursday, May 1 5:00pm - 6:30pm OCALA - College of Central Florida Klein Center. The Ocala/Marion Chamber and Economic Partnership invite you to join for a Tax Reform Forum. On hand will be Steven Chamberlain, Tax Attorney and Randy Fischer with Florida FairTax Education Association. This lively discussion will be moderated by Rosey Moreno-Jones. 352-629-8051 or visit www.OcalaCEP.com.

FREE FRIDAYS Friday, May 2 8:00pm GAINESVILLE - Bo Diddley Plaza, 111 E. University Ave. An Eric Clapton Tribute is the first “Free Fridays” concert of the season. From now through October, Friday nights come alive as local and regional bands are showcased under the stars in downtown Gainesville. Hundreds come out to enjoy the free live music and shows in a family-friendly environment. www.gvluculturalaffairs.org.

entertainment and an elegant Parisian inspired, four-course wine dinner prepared by Chef, Cary Wolfson. Tickets are $150 each. Call 352-5483511. www.VillageFoundationGala.com.

FANTASTIC FRIDAYS Friday, May 2 6:00pm - 9:00pm HIGH SPRINGS - Downtown. An evening of theme-related activities sponsored by the High Springs Community Development Corporation (CDC). Enjoy live music, sidewalk vendors, children’s activities, auctions, games, prize drawings and more. Fun for the whole family! Dot: 386-454-7610; Wanda: 386-454-1224.

LADY GAMERS Friday, May 2 1:00pm HIGH SPRINGS - Woman’s Club, 40 NW 1st Ave. Meet for fun, friendship and food — and don’t forget the cards, board games and any other activities you would like to bring to the group.

SOFTBALL FUNDRAISER ALACHUA FARM TOURS

Saturday, May 3

Thursday, May 1

Time TBA HIGH SPRINGS - Sports Complex, 100 NW 11th Ave. Entry Fee $100; All proceeds benefit Relay for Life; 8/2 or 9/3 format; 1 pitch (with a courtesy foul); 30-minute games. For more information call Lance King at 352-2151953 or Ellen Everette at 352-213-8020.

8:00am – 3:30pm GAINESVILLE - Alachua County Extension Office, 2800 NE 39th Ave. On this bus tour, visit a mixture of small farms, large farms and horticultural venues. See an organic fruit orchard and a cattle ranch. Tour area farms to learn about what’s growing in Alachua County’s backyard. $20 (in advance) to reserve a seat. Limited to first 40 paid registrants. 352-955-2402.

ART CO-OP RECEPTION Friday, May 2 7:00pm – 9:00pm HIGH SPRINGS - High Springs Art CoOp, 115 North Main St. Meet the artists at the Co-op’s monthly art reception, featuring snacks, refreshments and art. Suzanna Mars, Photography. 386-4541808. highspringartcoop.blogspot.com.

A NIGHT IN PARIS Friday, May 2 6:00pm - 10:00pm GAINESVILLE - The Village, 8000 NW 27th Blvd. The second annual The Village Foundation Gala: A Night in Paris. Enjoy an evening of cocktails,

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QUILT SHOW Saturday, May 3 9:00am – 2:00pm WALDO - Waldo Community Center, 13550 NE 148th Ave. Come see some of the best of the best. Interested in entering your quilted masterpiece? Do you have other sewing items or crafts to show or sell? Entry forms and information are available from Vera Mauldin at 352-468-1554.

BOOK SALE Saturday, May 3 10:00am – 4:00pm OCALA - Ocala Public Library Headquarters, 2720 E. Silver Springs Blvd. Friends of the Ocala Public Library book sales are held on a continuous basis in the lobbies of most libraries, with larger book sale events on a periodic basis. Call your library for more information. 352-671-8551.

NATIONAL HERB DAY LUNCH AND LECTURE Saturday, May 3 1:00pm – 4:00pm GAINESVILLE - Academy for Five Element Acupuncture, 305 SE Second Ave. Are you a Western herbalist curious about how the Chinese diagnostic systems could benefit you? Are you a Chinese herbalist who would like to know more about Western herbs and the medicinal plants that grow around you? Come see where the two worlds meet. Experience an afternoon of networking and learning for students and practicing herbalists from all traditions. 352-335-2332.

JULEPS AND JOCKEYS Saturday, May 3 4:00pm GAINESVILLE - Sweetwater Branch Inn, 625 E. University Ave. The most exciting two minutes in sports comes to Sweetwater Branch Inn - The Kentucky Derby! Refreshing mint juleps, live music, southern-style cuisine and unique auction items. Let the dirt fly and may your horse win. Hats and bow ties recommended. 352-225-3307.

MOTHER-SON DANCE Saturday, May 3 7:00pm OCALA - Blessed Trinity Church, 5 SE 17th St. Mothers or mother-figures and sons (ages 3-12) are invited for an evening filled with jammin’ fun to include DJ, dancing, refreshments and cherished memories. All donations and proceeds from this event go toward OMS research at Boston Children’s Hospital, one of a few facilities in the U.S. to be actively studying opsoclonus-myoclonus syndrome. OMS affects one in 10 million people, primarily children ages 1-3 years old. 352-629-8092.

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Monday, May 5 & 19

Saturday, May 3

10:00am - 12:30pm GAINESVILLE - Tower Road Library, 3020 SW 75th St. Set your own goals and make a stepby-step plan to improve your health — and your life. Join a free 2-hour workshop, held each week for six weeks. Learn from trained volunteer leaders with diabetes themselves

10:00am – 1:00pm OCALA - Martin Luther King Recreation Complex, 1510 NW Fourth St. Cops, Kids, Firefighters & Family Fun Festival, where friends, family and local rescue/law enforcement staff connect with the community. 352-629-8389.

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or who have family members with diabetes. Workshop is limited to 16 people. Pre-register today! Contact Betty Flagg: 352-692-5219.

PRIMETIME INSTITUTE CLASS Tuesday, May 6 2:30pm - 4:00pm GAINESVILLE - Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34th Blvd. “The Erie Canal: The Joys of Canal Boating.” Learn about the history of the Erie Canal and its modern use as a recreational site for canal boating; enjoy slides of the canal, locks, English-style canal boats, and small towns on the canal taken during a weeklong canal boat trip. Presented by Cynthia Karle, a UF retiree who loves travel, and her husband, Sam Trickey, an emeritus UF Professor of Physics. 352-332-6917.

KIWANIS FISH FRY Wednesday, May 7 12:00pm – 1:00pm GAINESVILLE - Forest Meadows Funeral Home, 725 NW 23rd Ave. Your donation for the meal will benefit the Eliminate Project, a worldwide effort to eliminate maternal and neonatal tetanus. The menu includes fried fish, slaw, hush puppies, cheese grits, cold drinks and dessert. Take-outs are available, and the servings are generous. 352-335-3985.

STROKE FAIR Thursday, May 8 10:00am – 12:00pm GAINESVILLE - Shands Rehab Hospital, 4101 NW 89th Blvd. UF Health Shands Rehab Hospital hosts its Third-Annual Stroke Fair in support of its Arts in Medicine program. Attend and support its mission to reduce the impact of stroke. This event will serve as an opportunity to continue to increase stoke awareness, throughout the Gainesville community. 352-265-5491.

PRIMETIME INSTITUTE CLASS Thursday, May 8 2:30pm - 4:00pm GAINESVILLE - Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34th Blvd. “Coughing, Swallowing, Respiration: How Speech Language Pathologists Can Help.” Presented by Beth Heitman, MA, CCC-SLP, who has worked for UF Health Shands Rehab Hospital for four years as Primary Speech Language Pathologist for the Ortho and Spinal Teams. 352-332-6917.

HEARKEN NIGHT Friday, May 9 8:00pm – 10:00pm HIGH SPRINGS - Community Theatre, 130 NE 1st Ave. Live music! First show features John and Raven Smith’s Quartermoon, with Tom Nelly and Tuck Tucker, and special guest Billy Gilmore (of Uproot Hootenannies). Tickets $10.

A Retrospective in Black and White May 1 - 16

10:00am – 4:00pm

GAINESVILLE - President’s Gallery, Santa Fe College. Larry Santucci’s photographs use only ambient light to create well-composed black and white images that compel ompel the viewer to linger and absorb the subject matter. 352-395-5464. 5 5464.

Greyhound Adoptions Saturday May 3 11:00am – 3:00pm CITRA - Grey Haven, 1470 NE 140 St. Greyhound Adoptions of Florida is celebrating the re-opening of its kennel facility. Open house with snacks, beer and wine. Tour the refurbished adoption kennel, stroll Memorial Garden and meet lots of greyhounds. Marilyn Varnberg: 352-812-0200.

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CCOA MEETING Friday, May 9 9:00am GAINESVILLE - Senior Recreation Center,5701 NW 34th Blvd. Meetings of the Community Coalition for Older Adults are held the second Friday of each month. at the Gainesville and begin at 9:00 a.m.

RELAY FOR LIFE Friday, May 9

Uptown A U Art H Hop Friday, May 9

6:00pm – 9:00pm pm

GAINESVILLE - Thornebrook Village, 2441 NW 43rd St. Begin your night at participating local businesses like Arabesque and Bead All About It and follow the balloons to enjoy gallery hopping and outdoor shopping throughout the village. 352-378-4947.

6:00pm HIGH SPRINGS - Civic Center, 330 Santa Fe Blvd. Relay for Life: Hooked on a Cure features a relay of laps from 6:00pm to 6:00am in honor of those with cancer. A Survivor’s Lap is the first lap of the evening at 6:15pm followed by a Survivor’s Dinner at 6:30pm. A Caregivers’ Lap will be held at 6:30pm, followed by each team taking the track for the duration of the event. www.relayforlife.org.

5K DINNER BANQUET AND BREAKFAST May 9 – 10 Times Vary OCALA - Ocala Hilton (Banquet) and Baseline Greenway Trailhead (5k Run). Helping Hands is hosting a charity 5K Dinner Banquet (May 9, 6:30pm) and a 5K Run and breakfast (May 10, 8:00am), featuring Jim Ryun, a three time Olympian rated by ESPN as the #1 high school athlete of all time. $30 registration fee for run through May 10, which includes computer chip timing and a free Running Clinic by Jim Ryun. Advance breakfast tickets are $3 for runners and $5 for the public. Dinner Banquet tickets are $50 each or a “Table for 10” for $350. The purpose is to raise funds to help rebuild the lives of abused and homeless people, mostly women and children. 352732-4464 or www.helpinghandsocala.org.

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Gainesville Community Band Sunday, May 11

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GAINESVILLE - Trinity United Methodist Church, 4000 NW 53rd Ave. Gerald Poe will be conducting several of his favorite compositions, which include works by Richard Bowles and Chris Sharp. Local trumpeters, Gary Langford and Terry Moo will also be featured guest artists.

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Times Vary OCALA - Friday at 7:00pm: St. George Anglican Cathedral, 5646 SE 28th St. Saturday at 3:00pm: First United Methodist Church, 1126 E. Silver Springs Blvd. Sunday 3:00pm: Countryside Presbyterian Church, 7768 SW Highway 200. The dedicated musicians of the Marion Civic Chorale will perform Mozart’s “Coronation Mass” and Copland’s “Old American Songs.” Admission is free, but donations support a student scholarship program. 352-537-8833.

MOTHER’S DAY LUNCHEON Saturday, May 10 11:30am OCALA - Bonefish Grill, 4701 SW College Rd. Bonefish Grill Hosts Mother’s Day

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Luncheon for Hospice of Marion County. Entertainment provided by Madison Street Elementary ENCORE and Strings, and the Ocali Storytelling Guild. Proceeds benefit Hospice of Marion County Children’s Programs. Reservations: 352-854-5218.

will see at this annual 55-plus talent show, but you know it will be impressive. In its fifth year, “The World Has Talent” showcases the best of the best local talent. 352-854-3670.

blanket and picnic lunch to enjoy the historic part of the UF campus while you listen to the sonorous bells. Free. 352-273-3181.

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LIMINAL BELL PROJECT GRAND OPENING Saturday. May 10 7:00pm – 10:00pm GAINESVILLE – UF Health Davis Cancer Pavilion, 2000 SW Archer Rd. The Liminal Bell, an artistic installation of hand-crafted oak benches and a bell created from an oxygen tank by local artist Alexis Dold, will be unveiled to staff and the public. At the completion of cancer therapy each patient stands at the threshold of treatment and healing. To celebrate this experience, patients will be invited to ring the liminal bell in the presence of their family and friends and their treatment team. 352-214-8872.

MOONLIGHT WALK

Monday, May 12

Saturday, May 10

6:00pm – 7:00pm GAINESVILLE - Headquarters Library, 401 E. University Ave. Speakers will address the following: Medicaid qualification, the importance of an estate plan and probate, overview of the Affordable Care Act and fraud against the elderly. The Eighth Judicial Circuit Bar Association partners with the Alachua County Library District to present Law in the Library. 352-334-3939.

7:00pm GAINESVILLE - Kanapaha Botanical Gardens, 4700 SW 58th Dr. Twinkle lights, lanterns and approximately 1,500 luminaries along a 1.25 mile walkway. Live entertainment, food and refreshments. Adults $10, children ages 2 to 13 $5, with a $2 discount for members. No pets allowed. 352-372-4981.

M.O.M.S. DAY DASH Sunday, May 11 7:30am – 10:30am OCALA - Jervey Gantt Park, 2200 SE 36th Ave. This 5K run/walk is hosted by Memories of Missing Smiles Inc. Register at the large pavilion. 352-454-4993.

THE WORLD HAS TALENT Saturday, May 10

CARILLON RECITAL

7:00pm OCALA - On Top of the World Circle Square Cultural Center, 8395 SW 80th St. Singers, dancers, storytellers, acrobats, musicians and so much more. You never know what you

Sunday, May 11 3:00pm GAINESVILLE - Century Tower, UF campus. Members of the UF Carillon Studio will perform on the 61-bell carillon. Bring a

SHANA ROBBINS May 1 - 14 GAINESVILLE - Gallery Protocol, 2029 NW 6th St. “Waking Down” exhibition by artist Shana Robbins. 352-3393905. www.galleryprotocol.com.

DAR Wednesday, May 14 11:00am – 1:00pm GAINESVILLE - Wesley United Methodist Church, NW 23rd Ave. Daughters of the American Revolution, Gainesville Chapter, monthly meeting. Reservations required. gainesvilleDAR@gmail.com.

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2:30pm - 4:00pm GAINESVILLE - Millhopper Branch Library, 3145 NW 43rd St. The Writers Alliance of Gainesville presents “The Inner Critic: Where Writing and Spirit Collide.” Dr. Lezlie Laws, professor of English and director of writing programs at Rollins College, will speak on disarming the inner critic. She is founder of LifeArt Studio that provides workshops, retreats and coaching in creativity and the creative process, creative living, yoga asana and the yogic tradition. Free. www.writersalliance.org.

Tuesday, y, May 13 8:00pm GAINESVILLE - O’Connell ell Center. “Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour” is a production that combines Michael Jackson music and choreography with Cirque du Soleil creativity to give fans worldwide a unique view into the spirit, passion and heart of the artistic genius who forever transformed global pop culture. 352-392-1653.

ASK A SCIENTIST Saturday, May 18 1:00pm – 4:00pm GAINESVILLE - Florida Museum of Natural History, UF campus. Take advantage of this opportunity to talk one-on-one with museum researchers. Bring questions and find answers during an afternoon of discovery and learning celebrating museums. 352-273-2062.

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2:30pm - 4:00pm GAINESVILLE - Senior Recreation Center. UF’s Health Street – Research Helping People.” Health research has helped us all live healthier lives. But these advances are not possible without people like you participating in health research. Darryl Pastor, director of HealthStreet, will discuss major medical advances that have impacted older adults and the key role participants have had in making those advances possible. 352-332-6917.

7:00am – 3:00pm OCALA - Hospice of Marion County Education Center, 3231 SW 34th Ave. Charity bike ride has three distances: 30, 65 and 80 miles. Rides start with Ocala Police Department and Marion County Sheriff’s Office escorts through the suburban areas of Ocala. If you get too tired to continue, vehicles will bring you back to the Elliott Center. At the finish, enjoy a lunch prepared by one of the Hospice chefs. Registration fees are $40 for preregistration and $45 after May 7, which include a light breakfast, a T-shirt and lunch. Ocala Eye sponsors the event. 352-854-5218.

2:00pm – 4:00pm HIGH SPRINGS - James Paul Park & Community Garden, 200 N. Main St. Enjoy the beautiful downtown area with your family and friends – and local musicians and talent. Bring blankets, lawn chairs and refreshments. 352-275-4190.

NEWBERRY WATERMELON FESTIVAL Saturday, May 17

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Times TBA NEWBERRY - Destiny Church, future site, SR 26 just past SW 202nd St. The 68th Annual Newberry Watermelon Festival is back for another year of seed-spitting, pie-baking, hog-calling and, of course, watermelon-eating. The watermelons are provided by local growers and are free to visitors. www.newberrywatermelonfestival.com.

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Saturday, May 17 7:30am – 2:30pm OCALA - Royal Oaks Golf Club, 11220 SW 69th Circle. Breaking Out, an anti-human trafficking organization is hosting its secondannual charity golf tournament, “Putting for the Victims.” Come celebrate Armed Forces Day by playing golf. Wear red and receive $5 off the already low price of $40. Price includes golf, lunch and two free Warrior golf club certificates for every player. 866-224-2888.

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9:00am - 4:00pm GAINESVILLE - Santa Fe College, 3000 NW 83rd St. American Heroes Air Show. Free. Explore helicopters from law enforcement, fire service, military, ENG/EMS with static displays from local, regional, state and Federal/ DOD agencies. www.heroes-airshow.com.

Saturday, May 17 9:00am – 4:00pm ISLAND GROVE - Intersection of SR301 & CR325. The Cross Creek-Island GroveLockloosa Volunteer Fire Department’s Annual Blueberry Festival. Vendors selling craft and collectibles, jewelry, local fruits and vegetables, breakfast & lunch, turkey shoot, bake sale, yard sale, kids activities and live music. Admission is free and 100% of the proceeds benefit the Volunteer Fire Department. 352-466-3353. crosscreekfestival.com.

HEALTHY AGING SERIES Tuesday, May 20 3:30pm - 4:30pm GAINESVILLE - The Village – Tower Club Ballroom, 8000 NW 27th Blvd. NFRMC Healthy Aging Series: Joint Pain. Dr. Timothy Lane, orthopaedic surgeon with The Orthopaedic Institute, discusses joint pain and the latest surgical techniques for hips and knees. Light refreshments will be served. For questions or to register for this free event, please call 352-5483540 or visit www.TheVillageOnline.com/Events.

PRIMETIME INSTITUTE CLASS Thursday, May 20 2:30pm - 4:00pm GAINESVILLE - Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34th Blvd. “The Role of Brain Alerting Mechanisms in Conscious Behavior.” (Rescheduled). Adam Woods, PhD, Cognitive Aging & Memory Clinical Translational Research Program, describes research being conducted at the UF Institute on Aging. 352-332-6917.

GAINESVILLE NETWORKING CHALLENGE Wednesday, May 21 5:30pm – 7:00pm JONESVILLE - Sabore Restraurant, 13005 SW 1st Rd. Come network with business professionals in a casual setting. Invite your friends! Enjoy complimentary delicious hors d’oeuvres!

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FREE PROGRAM Saturday, May 24 1:00pm DUNNELLON - Library Meeting Room, 20351 Robinson Rd. Low budget travel across the United States. Jane Weber, a local columnist for the Chronicle and global traveler, will give a slide show presentation about low budget travel across the United States. 352-438-2520.

PRIMETIME INSTITUTE PICNIC Thursday, May 29 2:30pm - 4:00pm GAINESVILLE - San Felasco City Park. For more information about this gathering, including directions to the park, what will be provided, and what else is needed, pick up a flyer at a PTI meeting or call Jean Outler at 352-367-8169. Sign up to bring a side dish, dessert, or other supplies.

GAINESVILLE GARDEN CLUB LUNCHEON Thursday, May 29 11:00am – 1:00pm GAINESVILLE - 1350 NW 75th St. The Club presents “Through The Garden Gate, Our Legacy and Our Future.” Learn more about the garden club and becoming a member. 352 331-0426.

SUMMER FASHION SHOW Saturday, May 31 1:30pm GAINESVILLE - Kanapaha Presbyterian Church, 6221 SW 75th Terrace. Fashion show by Belk with light refreshments, music, silent auction, gift baskets, baked goods and door prizes. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door. Children 12 and under are $5. 352-378-9080.

SENIOR SAFETY SEMINAR Thursday, June 5, 2014 2:00pm - 4:00pm GAINESVILLE - The Village – Tower Club Ballroom, 8000 NW 27th Blvd. A series of educational lectures targeting three major safety issues for seniors: fall prevention, medication safety and fraud. s

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THEATRE Acrosstown Repertory Theatre.....................619 S. Main Street, Gainesville Curtis M. Phillips Center ........................................... 315 Hull Road, Gainesville Fine Arts Hall Theatre - SFC ........................... 3000 NW 83rd St., Gainesville Gainesville Community Playhouse ....... 4039 N.W. 16th Blvd., Gainesville Hippodrome State Theatre................................. 25 SE 2nd Place, Gainesville UF Constans Theatre ................................................. Museum Road, Gainesville Nadine McGuire Blackbox Theatre ................... Museum Road, Gainesville Actors’ Warehouse .............................................. 608 N. Main Street, Gainesville Ocala Civic Theatre ..................................4337 East Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala High Springs Community Theater .......... 130 NE 1st Avenue, High Springs

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The Gin Game May 9 – May 25 In Donald L. Coburn’s Pulitzer Prizewinning play, we meet Fonsia Dorsey, a newcomer to a “home for the aged” who is, for a while, saved from melancholy by the crusty charm of Weller Martin. The elderly pair play repeated games of gin, coming to grips with what is left of their lives in their old age, until Weller’s pent-up rage and Fonsia’s subtle needling build to a terrible confrontation. 352-234-6278.

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Into the Woods May 23 – June 15 Everyone’s favorite storybook characters come together for a timeless yet relevant piece. The story follows a baker and his wife who wish to have a child, Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s Festival and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the baker and his wife learn they cannot have a child because of a witch’s curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone’s wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results. 352-376-4949.

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The Tempest April 9 – May 4 William Shakespeare’s magical, fantastical adventure features a raging storm, shipwrecked royalty, a banished magician and an island of unique spirits. Duke Prospero and his daughter Miranda were banished to an island many years ago. After taming the wild inhabitants of this new home, Prospero continues to seek his revenge on the brother who betrayed him. When his latest magic trick, a large tempest, washes up some royal visitors, Prospero soon ﬁnds himself at the center of an incredible odyssey about family, love and mercy. An adventure for all ages. www.thehipp.org.

The Great American Trailer Park Christmas Musical May 28 – June 22 It’s Christmastime in Armadillo Acres and the residents are filled with holiday warmth and beer. Everyone’s invited over to Betty, Lin and Pickles’ to catch up with Starke, Florida’s rowdiest residents, for a cat-fightin’, sun-worshippin’, chair-throwin’, goodole festive Hipp summer musical good time. Come find out what happened next in this hilarious, knee-slapping’, toe-tappin’ sequel to “The Great American Trailer Park Musical.” www. thehipp.org.

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Proof April 11 – May 4 “Proof” is a wonderfully warm and gentle Pulitzer Prize-winning drama by David Auburn about a young woman, Catherine, who, on the death of her father, must sort out and deal with her long-denied feelings and fears. The longest running Broadway play in the last two decades, “Proof” addresses the fragility of life and love through Auburn’s combined elements of mystery, surprise and good old-fashioned storytelling. 386-454-3525. May 2014

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Mister Owitaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Guide to Gardening BY CAROL WALL c.2014, Amy Einhorn Books $25.95 / $28.95 Canada 295 pages

very day, all spring and summer long, you try to go to bed. First is the ďŹ&#x201A;owerbed, with waves of yellows, pinks, and reds. Then thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a garden bed ďŹ lled with the promise of lunch. Sheets of plants make the beds you love. Carol Wall hadnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t known the appeal

of such a bed; in fact, she hated plants until she met someone who taught her not to. In â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mister Owitaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Guide to Gardening,â&#x20AC;? she spills the dirt on a friendship that changed everything. No doubt about it: the Wallâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s yard needed TLC. Dick Wall hated mowing, so the grass was wild and overgrown. Trees needed pruning, holly scraped the windowpanes, and azalea bushes â&#x20AC;&#x201D; which Carol Wall hated â&#x20AC;&#x201D; stood in deďŹ ance on one side of the house. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s how it was on that March afternoon when Wall noticed her neighborâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new gardener. She knew that the man worked with Sarah at the local garden shop, and he made Sarahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s yard ďŹ&#x201A;ourish. If he could do magic there, Wall imagined that he might at least be able to dig up those detested azaleas. She asked if he could work for her and, within days, Wall met Giles Owita. He was slender and gentlemanly, with a brilliant smile and calming demeanor that contrasted with Wallâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tendency to worry. He had a deep understanding of horticulture â&#x20AC;&#x201D; she was later embarrassed to learn how deep â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and despite her overwrought ideas for what he called her â&#x20AC;&#x153;compound,â&#x20AC;? he knew what she wanted more than she did. And thus, a 50-something West Virginia white woman became friends with a middle-aged emigrant who hailed from Kenya.

As the seasons passed and Owita delighted Wall with garden surprises and lessons, their friendship grew like the plants they tended. Owita supported Wall through breast cancer and the death of both her parents. Wall came to the rescue of Owita and his family during his health crisis. It was an easy friendship, but Wall sensed reluctance from the Owitas to relax. They were quiet and reserved. They never burdened anyone with their problems and were embarrassed when they had to accept help. Wall could never understand why â&#x20AC;&#x201D; until she learned the truthâ&#x20AC;Ś Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one important thing I know about â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mister Owitaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Guide to Gardeningâ&#x20AC;?: bring a box of tissues. Maybe two. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m ruining anything by telling you that; this is, after all, a book about two people who couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t possibly be more different, but who became extremely important to one another. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bound to be emotion in that kind of story, but author Carol Wall infuses joy in it, too, as well as a sense of mystery and delightful humor. I loved that and, though you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t normally ďŹ nd a memoir described as a page-turner, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exactly what I thought this memoir was. This is a book for gardeners and nongardeners alike, for book groups, and for anyone who cherishes an unexpected friendship. If thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s you, then â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mister Owitaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Guide to Gardeningâ&#x20AC;? is a book you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be able to leaf. s Terri Schlichenmeyer has been reading since she was 3 years old and she never goes anywhere without a book. She lives with her two dogs and 11,000 books.

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