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CONTENTS May 2019 • VOL. 20 ISSUE 05
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IN THIS ISSUE – May we never forget that freedom isn’t free. Join us in saluting all of our fallen heroes this Memorial Day. We wish to honor those who have sacrificed their lives so that we may remain free.
columns Community Calendar 38 Classifieds 41 Crossword Puzzle 32
16 Embracing Life by Donna Bonnell
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T inseltown Talks by Nick Thomas
28 Farm Tales
features 10 A Growing Crisis
from Mother Hen
42 Reading Corner by Terri Schlichenmeyer
Women Veterans Left Behind BY DARLA KINNEY SCOLES
22 A Safe Haven for Heroes Alachua County Veteran Services and Veterans Memorial Park BY SOFIA ARRIAGA
25 History of the Fallen A Historic Look at America’s National Day of Remembrance BY CAMERON COBB
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FIVE FAST FACTS ABOUT THE MONTH OF MAY
1. May is named after the Greek goddess of fertility Maia.
A High-Flying Month
May is full of aviation accomplishments. It all started when the Wright Brothers patented the aircraft in May 1906. Next, Charles Lindbergh made his Transatlantic Flight in May 1927. Amelia Earhart made her solo trip across the Atlantic in May 1932.
2. While JFK and Harry Truman were the only presidents born during this month, there has not been a single US president to die in May. 3. May 5 is World Asthma Day.
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UH-OH, SPAGHETTI-OS! Spaghetti-Os hit the shelves for the first time in May 1965.
This canned pasta dish was crafted by “the Daddy-O of Spaghetti-Os” Donald Goerke. He spent a year testing different shapes to see which would be the least messy to eat. Goerke tried out many shapes, including stars, cowboys, Indians and spacemen, before settling on the classic O.
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4. The Beatles signed their first recording contract on May 9, 1962. 5. The fork debuted in the United States on May 25, 1630.
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The Chunnel The English Channel Tunnel officially opened May 6, 1994. According to history.com, Colonel Beaumont made the first real attempt in 1880, boring a tunnel more than a mile long before abandoning the project. Here are some fun facts about The Chunnel: • The Chunnel consists of three tunnels: two tunnels for trains and a smaller, middle service tunnel.
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Billy Joel BORN MAY 9, 1949
70 Years Old
Singer-songwriter Billy Joel was born in New York City, the son of a well-known classical pianist. He started piano lessons at the age of four 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 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.
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Birthdays this month Stevie Wonder (69) May 13, 1950
George Lucas (75) May 14, 1944
Cher
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BORN MAY 20, 1946, Cher, the “Goddess of Pop,” has sold 100 million records worldwide and is known for being one of the top-selling artists of all time. Cher got her start being half of the married duo Sonny and Cher. Eventually, her solo material became more successful than the folk-rock tunes she made with her husband and the pair divorced. Since then, Cher has achieved solo success as a singer, actress, designer, comedian, dancer, author, director and producer. When she is not working on music or television, she is politically and philanthropically active, as well as a passionate activist for LGBTQ rights.
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George Strait (67) May 18, 1952
Bob Dylan (78) May 24, 1941
Clint Eastwood (89) May 31, 1930
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AT RISK VETS
A Growing Crisis Women Veterans Left Behind
by Darla Kinney Scoles Homeless. The word was one that caught in Melissa’s* throat and over and over in her mind when, during the long nights spent tossing and turning in her aging four-door sedan, she would wake and ponder her story. How had she come to be parked in an airport cell phone lot for sleeping, using the gym for showering and stopping at convenience stores to microwave her scant meals? Having served her country as an Air Force staff sergeant, with tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, the young mother had come home and found she didn’t fit in. Her military training, which served her well during active duty, didn’t prepare her for living in the world she would return to and the combat and sexual assault trauma that would hauntingly follow her there. Hesitant to turn to the same system that served as the backdrop for her trauma, Melissa did not seek help at the Veteran’s Administration, though the VA readily recognizes that women veterans are among the fastest growing population of homeless vets and are certainly committing suicide at alarmingly-rising rates. At home, her family members found it difficult to cope with the 34-year-old’s erratic behavior and were at a loss as to where to turn to so they could find her and her struggling-tounderstand-it-all son appropriate comfort, support and care.
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Finally, unable to hold it together long enough to be employable or to even offer her five-year-old son the love and stability he deserved, Melissa turned away from family, friends and all things familiar in a downward spiral of self-medication, despair and day-to-day subsistence. She wasn’t even sure how many more days she had it in her to hold on.
Tireless. This word best describes Mitchell Coulton’s dedication to helping women veterans like Melissa with programs designed to break the cycle of homelessness and hopelessness and replace it with safety, stability and independent, productive living. When close to a decade ago, Coulton first looked at the grim statistics regarding women veterans and suicide — and subsequently found no programs anywhere in the United
“Though we’ve already received national attention, many local people don’t know about this issue or about our program.” States focused specifically on that demographic — he knew something had to be done. Serving at that time as director of the North Florida Evaluation and Treatment Center (NFETC) in Gainesville, Coulton noticed a significant number of veterans coming through the programs there and wondered why they were not seeking help at the VA. seniortimesmagazine.com
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According to Mitchell Coulton (left top), Executive Director for the Women Veterans in Crisis Whispering Oaks Ranch, the resident programs there will be designed to break the lifestyles of homelessness and self-treatment caused by mental health issues found among the female veteran population. Key to the project’s success are retired Major Michelle Langdon (left center), who will serve as Director of Nursing and Emergency Response, and Veterans Village Director Delores Galloway (left bottom).
“As I looked into it, I was shocked,” said Coulton from his current office in the Marion County Veteran’s Resource Center. “I found out that 600 veterans (many of whom are senior citizens) commit suicide each month in the United States. Each month! I also discovered that 70 percent of these 600 veterans had never gone to the government or VA before choosing this tragic course. And while I then found hundreds of programs across the country designed to help our male veterans in crisis, I could not find a single one for our female vets. I decided something had to be done about that.” Coulton then finished up his contracts at NFETC and began the detailed planning for what would eventually become
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Women Veterans in Crisis (WVIC) Whispering Oaks Ranch pilot program in Marion County. Based in Ocala, but offering help for women veterans nationwide, WVIC is designed to soon provide a community-based safety net of crisis intervention, comprehensive mental health care, and wrap-around social services for not only those women who have served in the military, but their children as well. With all the shovel-ready plans in place for a 350-acre therapeutic campus featuring an equine (rather than institutional) setting, Coulton and his staff are hoping to soon present WVIC Whispering Oaks Ranch to Congress for bi-partisan funding. The transitional program, where up to seniortimesmagazine.com
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250 clients and 35 children progress from a main treatment and residential building to more independent cabin homes while participating in rural livestock and farming activities as well as outbound training, comes with a price tag much too large for local or state budgets to cover. But while the program will require federal funding, it remains an IRS 501(c)(3) Public Charity Organization and needs ongoing public, as much as government, support. “Though we’ve already received national attention,” Coulton said, “many local people don’t know about this issue or about our program. We have made a presentation to the Marion County commission and to have local support and local public-
ity is huge. We are grateful for any support we receive, whether financial, material, emotional or by way of endorsement.”
Priceless. With research, a dollar amount can be placed on what a service will cost. Finding the perfect individual or group of individuals to administer that service, however, is priceless. As the budgets, organizational charts, cultural cornerstones, site plans, statistics and program details were all being crafted and honed, Coulton found that just the right people, with just the right backgrounds, began to not only cross his path, but come alongside, as team members at WVIC. May 2019
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“Over the last five years, policies and procedures were brought in line and all the while I hoped that the right people would come to me somehow — and they have,” Coulton said. Delores Galloway is an example of this very thing happening. One day, she just walked right into my office.” According to Galloway, who now will serve as Program Manager of Whispering Oaks Ranch Veterans Village Transitional Services, a series of coincidental encounters led her to the Marion County Veteran Resource Center and Coulton’s door. “Feeling passionate about not only showcasing women’s contributions to the military but also reaching out to the female veteran population and helping each of them to become their best self in civilian life, I approached Mitch with my thoughts and experience,” said Galloway in a recent sit-down interview at Coulton’s WVIC office. “He shared his vision and invited me to come on board.” Galloway, who kept a detailed diary during her 15 years of military service as one of the final members of the Women’s Army Corps (WAC) and in both Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, has filled military instructor and leadership roles she feels uniquely qualify her to help WVIC in a meaningful way. “What I bring to the table is my experience,” Galloway said. “These women can tell if someone is speaking from the
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textbook or from the heart. I have inside experience similar to all the other women vets and can help them in their lives. This is just a change of venue. None of the rest is new for me.” With 17 years of priceless Air Force nursing experience, Retired Major Michelle Langdon will also be on board as WVIC’s Director of Nursing and Emergency Response. Other key positions are similarly filled with openings only currently existing for a director of privacy and director of donor relations.
Limitless. Imagine Melissa driving that same battered sedan through the rolling hills of Marion County and along an oak-canopied driveway toward a place she knew would offer both her and her son hope and healing and limitless possibilities for a better future together. Picture the two of them not separated in stark institutional housing, but nestled safely in a rustic cabin, participating in reparative equine therapy and stress-reducing organic gardening. Envision mother and son working, playing, riding, bonding, healing — leaving homelessness and suicidal thoughts far behind them. This is what first-of-its-kind WVIC Whispering Oaks Ranch will offer our country’s most at-risk forgotten citizens — women veterans. The VA says that women comprise the fastest growing segseniortimesmagazine.com
ment of the homeless veteran population, according to military.com. There is no foreseeable limit to the services these brave women will need as more and more female recruits enter military service each day. Nor will there be a limit to the opportunities for caring citizens to offer support to these women and through volunteer service, voices of support, and monetary contributions to help bring to fruition projects like WVIC Whispering Oaks Ranch pilot program.
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Selfless. As Coulton and his team prepare to request government funding, they are hopeful that once light is shed on this critical need, letters will be written to senators and representatives and change will take place the way it happens best — through grassroots support of a home-grown effort to make things better than they currently, critically are. Melissa’s story, though a *fictional compilation of real-life experiences gathered from women veterans nationwide, is a reality that will not go away on its own — and will, in fact, be an ongoing problem in need of limitless solutions as more and more selfless women and mothers serve in the United States armed forces. s WVIC’s motto reads: A homeless lifestyle of hunger, desperation and suicide for our veterans is simply not acceptable. Individuals who feel the same way can: Call and write to local representatives and state senators to encourage support of WVIC. Contact WVIC at communityoutreach@wvicrisis.org or 352-433-2320. Support WVIC with a donation at www.WVICrisis.org. And if you or someone you know is at immediate risk for suicide, contact the Veterans Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255 (Press 1); text to 838255; or chat online at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat.
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Embracing Life The Meaning of Memorial Day
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emorial Day takes place this year on May 27. It is a day of parades, picnics and the Indianapolis 500 – all traditions to kick-start the summer season. Do you know why our nation’s most solemn holiday is celebrated? Confused? You are not alone. My personal dilemma began four years ago when my nephew committed suicide. Shane served our country during the tragic 9-11 events. While he was not engaged in warfare, he injured himself and left the military in chronic pain. After his discharge, Shane worked for the Veterans Administration Crisis Intervention Hotline. While his commitment saved countless lives, the work was emotionally draining. His attempts for assistance (for his mental and physical ailments) were in vain. Shane’s depression deepened, leading to suicide. Since that horrific day, May 10, 2015, he has been honored by family and friends on both Memorial Day and Veterans Day. Hence, my dilemma. Veterans Day was established to honor all former United States military – both late and living. My over-analytical mind pondered why two holidays were established for the deceased. My quest for answers began. The first thing I learned is that original purpose of the holiday once dubbed, Decoration Day, is misunderstood. In America, Memorial Day’s roots date back to the Civil War. The Ladies Memorial Association of Columbus, Georgia, resolved to annually honor
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Confederate soldiers who died while at war. Ceremonious gatherings were organized to decorate the graves of the fallen heroes of that war. Thus, the birth of Confederate Memorial Day. The ladies inspired General John Logan, the founder of Memorial Day. Logan, Commander-In-Chief of the Grand Army of the Republic, (a Union Veterans group) proclaimed that Decoration Day will take place on May 30. All fallen soldiers of the Civil War were to be recognized.
rial Day to be the last Monday of May. Finally, during the Vietnam War, in 1971, Memorial Day became a federal holiday. As time passed, the meaning became more muddled. Thought by many to be another way to pay tribute to all Veterans (with emphasis on those who died) and current military. Perhaps, because of the confusion, it evolved into a day off from work to grill and chill. President Ronald Reagan wanted to restore the holiday’s significance. On Memorial Day 1986 he said in a speech at Arlington National Cemetery, “Today is the day we put aside to remember fallen heroes and to pray that no heroes will ever have to die for us again.” While Reagan honored deceased military, he did not specify if they had to die while at war. Later in his speech, Reagan acknowledged space explorers who perished. Roger Chaffee and Gus Grissom – Apollo 1 and Michael Smith and Dick Scobee – Challenger. Their
The first widely observed tribute to the sacrifices made by both the Confederate and Union soldiers took place in May 1868. There are two theories why Logan chose that particular day. According to legend, May 30 did not fall on the anniversary of a Civil War battle. Many historians, however, believe the date was selected in late Spring, to ensure that flowers flourished in every state. Regardless of the reason, Americans quickly embraced Decoration Day. The first widely observed tribute to the sacrifices made by both the Confederate and Union soldiers took place in May 1868. Commemorating fallen soldiers of the Civil War became an American custom and practiced for more than 50 years. When the United States entered into World War I, soldiers killed in all wars received recognition. The Uniform Monday Holiday Act of 1968 set Memo-
deaths occurred to advance America in the space race, but not in battle. Where is the line drawn? Does Shane qualify? He lost his life while helping many Veterans fight depression, PTSD and other disorders? Did he die while serving our country? The broad ceremonial approach might include the fallen astronauts and my beloved nephew. Does it matter? It is more important to show appreciation of our heroes who lost their lives and whose caskets were draped with an American flag. s Donna Bonnell is a freelance writer who moved to Newberry in 1983. She enjoys living and working in the town she now calls home. bonneldj@gmail.com seniortimesmagazine.com
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ABOVE: Don Collier, center, and cast in Bill Tilghman and the Outlaws, BELOW: Don Collier as Marshal Will Foreman in the 60s TV show Outlaws.
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staple on the old TV westerns, Don Collier got his first break as a lead actor in the short-lived series “Outlaws” in the early 1960s. “I interviewed for the role in December 1959 and they called me back for three weeks the following January/February when we shot the pilot,” Collier recalled. “NBC wanted a prime time slot for Ralph Edwards (‘This is Your Life’) and they had to move either us or Bonanza. Bonanza was in color and we were black and white (for the first season) so we lost out. But we had a lot of great old actors doing guest spots and it was a good show.” During the first season, well-known character actor Barton MacLane co-starred with Collier. “I’d seen him in movies from the ‘30s and ‘40s as a leading heavy for Warner Bros,” Collier recalled. “He was a good guy to work with, but apart from breaking out the drinks and card games on a Friday night after filming, we didn’t socialize much.” Slim Pickens was another regular on the series. “A wonderful, natural actor who was also great to work with,” Collier said. “I always remember his lines would come out differently than what was written in the script. But the director didn’t care as long as Slim made his point on screen.” Collier explained that while he and the other actors did most of their own riding, the stunts were left to the professionals. “We were all pretty athletic and could have done the fight scenes and horse falls, but you didn’t want the stunt guys to lose a paycheck so they did most of that,” he said. Collier went on to appear in dozens of
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movies and TV shows, including over 60 episodes of “High Chaparral.” Fans also remember him from a series of Hubba Bubba bubble gum commercials in the ‘70s and ‘80s. “‘Big bubbles, no troubles!’ was the slogan,” Collier said. “I did that for eight years, even going down to Australia twice to record the commercials. At the time, something like 90 percent of a commercial had to be made in Australia so they needed me in person so the ads could run there. I loved the country so much I visited six more times.” Today, Collier lives in Arizona and doesn’t miss the hectic Hollywood life nor the LA traffic. Last October he turned 90 and traveled to Maryland for a role in a rare modern western, “Bill Tilghman and the Outlaws,” due for release this year (see www.one-eyedhorse.com). “Darby Hinton, a good friend, called to say they needed someone to play an old man so I said I would – because I am an old man!” Collier said with a laugh. “It’s a low budget production but turned out pretty good. I’m 90 years old now but still pretty active. So if something comes up that interests me like the occasional role or a personal appearance, I’ll do it if I can.” s Nick Thomas teaches at Auburn University at Montgomery, Ala., and has written features, columns, and interviews for over 700 magazines and newspapers.
Jock Gaynor, Barton MacLane, and Don Collier in the ‘60s television show Outlaws.
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FORGET ME NOT
A Safe Haven for Heroes Alachua County Veteran Services and Veterans Memorial Park story and photography by Sofia Arriaga
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fter being drafted into the Vietnam war, forced to watch comrades die and fight for the U.S.’s freedom, millions of soldiers returned home to the states where they were rejected by family members and even spit upon by fellow Americans. “There’s so many benefits out there that people don’t realize how much they could be eligible for because the benefits are complicated,” said Kim S. Davis, Veteran Services Director. Davis said the staff must determine each veteran’s eligibility of benefits depending on factors such as current income and exposures during service. A veteran herself, Davis served for ten years in the United States Navy and Florida Army National Guard. Since then, she’s worked for 19 years serving veterans at the county and state level. She said she easily connects to the veterans and dependents who visit her, and she never turns down a request to file applications for benefits for any veteran or dependent who contacts her. “If you apply on your own, or have someone who doesn’t exactly know what they’re doing, it’s like going to court without an attorney,” Davis said. Davis and her team helped one veteran prove that his heart disease was connected to his service, entitling him to $100,000 in compensation from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. They’ve also assisted veterans who were essentially homeless, after not receiving full compensation, earn the steady income and benefits they’re entitled to. Davis and her team have also assisted the dependents of veterans. Davis said she previously encountered a senior
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citizen, who was a widow of a veteran and had gone to an attorney to file for non-service connected disability pension, a benefit that is income and need based. The citizen qualified, as she was in a scooter, legally blind and lived in assisted housing. But because the paperwork was not executed correctly, she did not receive anything. “She was living in extreme poverty. It was definitely one of the lowest income areas in the Gainesville area,” Davis said. After analyzing, correcting and resubmitting the applications, Davis and the team filed them.“It’s like fixing a recipe, they started something and you have to make it work,” Davis
“We do all these things to ensure that our veteran community is recognized and that Alachua County is being a good, supporting partner in taking good care of our veteran community.” said. Once the applications came back, the woman received an $82,000 windfall.“She was able to resettle herself and get comfortable for the rest of her life,” Davis said. In addition to fighting for benefits, Davis said the center strives to honor the community with various events, including the Vietnam Veterans Tribute that was held in March. “All of seniortimesmagazine.com
Kim Davis (above), Alachua County Veteran Services Director, stands outside her office on March 27. The Office of Veteran Services is located within the John Henry Thomas, M.D. Center. Robert “Woody” Woodcock (right) and his service dog, Jojo, enjoy a beautiful day at the park on March 27. The Vietnam veteran says his dog enjoys walking, but also spending time in the shade.
The “Walk Through Time” in Veterans Memorial Park offers tribute to fallen soldiers from each great American War. The memorial is overseen by the Office of Veteran Services.
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our Vietnam heroes were never really appreciated, so this is where the Vietnam Veterans Tribute comes in,” she said. Davis explained that they want to give these veterans the recognition and tribute they deserve. “While it’s 50 years late, it’s not really. We’re making a point to say ‘hey, we appreciate you and your service.’ And I’m hoping that’ll heal some people to know that society does appreciate them now,” she said. The tribute included a display of about 1,000 motorcyclists riding west on Archer Road down to Veterans Memorial Park, previously named Kanapaha Park. At the park, the video montages and virtual exhibits were offered for tribute, while food trucks and live music were offered for celebration of the
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veterans. An estimated 2,000 people attended. “We do all these things to ensure that our veteran community is recognized and that Alachua County is being a good, supporting partner in taking good care of our veteran community,” Davis said. The memorials and history of Veterans Memorial Park made it an ideal location to host the event. The park’s memorial titled “Walk Through Time” displays a history of wars in America, starting with the American Revolution and extending to the present day. The linear memorial even extends another 80 years into the future, leaving room for veterans of future wars. On the main concourse edifices, the monument presents the names of two hundred sixty-seven deceased service members who entered their military service from Alachua County. Granite headstones at the flagpole end of the concourse reflect names of five hundred and four University of Florida students who died as a result of our nation’s wars. One Vietnam veteran said the park is the only place he feels he can relax. “It’s a great place for family, and to meet new acquaintances,” Robert “Woody” Woodcock said. Woodcock comes to the park about every other day with his service dog Jojo to read the paper, write and walk the path. While Woodcock enjoys writing, he said he found his ultimate purpose in life is to simply help other people and make them laugh. The veteran said he’s learned that the most valuable thing in life is time. Therefore, he encourages his children and those he meets to use it responsibly. “Life is so short that people take it for granted,” he said. “In life, it can change in a flash. You always have setbacks, interruptions, that set you off of what you’re doing.” Woodcock encourages people to reflect on their life plans and make the most of their time with friends and family.
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History of the Fallen
MEMORIAL DAY
A Historic Look at America’s National Day of Remembrance
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elebrated on the last Monday in May, Memorial Day honors the men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States military. But how did it all begin? Check out several facts and figures about both Memorial Day and Florida’s military history. MEMORIAL DAY HISTORY Prior to any official “Memorial Day,” Americans still participated in the activity of honoring service members, beginning with the establishment of the country’s first national cemeteries, according to history.com. During the late
1860s, following the devastation of the Civil War, Americans all over the country honored fallen soldiers by delivering prayers and flowers to their graves, such as in the village of Waterloo, New York. The Waterloo community paid their respects to deceased military members during an annual event first held on May 5, 1866, where businesses closed and village residents brought flowers and flags to decorate the graves of service members. Following 100 years after the village’s first annual dedication day, Waterloo was declared “the official birthplace of Memorial Day” by the federal government in 1966. May 2019
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Beyond just the community of Waterloo’s celebration, the popularity of honoring service members continued to expand all across the country. In 1868, General John A. Logan (leader of an organization for Northern Civil War veterans) called for a nationwide day of remembrance for the 30th of
May, which like Waterloo, would honor the lives of fallen soldiers and be known as “Decoration Day.” On the first Decoration Day, General Logan gave a speech at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia, where 5,000 participants used flowers to decorate the 20,000 graves of both Union and Confederate soldiers. It wasn’t until 1968 that Congress passed the Uniform Monday Holiday Act, establishing Decoration Day (or the more modernly known Memorial Day) as an annual holiday on the last Monday in May. A few years later the law finally went into effect, making 1971 the first year for the now federally recognized Memorial Day.
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MEMORIAL DAY VS. VETERANS DAY While both holidays focus on the military service of the nation’s many heroes, both do so in different ways. In May, Memorial Day honors those service members who gave their life while in the line of duty, while in November, Veterans Day honors all past and present service members of the U.S. military who have served. The difference between the two holidays is the honoring of specific military members as opposed to the nation’s veterans as a whole. To help differentiate, just think of May’s holiday being “memorial” to honor the “memory” of those who have given the ultimate sacrifice. FLORIDA’S VETERAN FACTS & FIGURES: • Florida’s earned a reputation as the “most veteran-friendly state in the nation,” according to floridavets.org. • Florida is home to more than 1.5 million veterans (with nearly 1.2 million being wartime veterans). • The state has the nation’s third largest veteran population (with California having the highest followed by Texas). • Florida has the nation’s second largest population of women veterans (more than 140,000). • On an annual basis, Florida veterans bring more than $18.4 billion federal dollars into the state’s economy. FLORIDIANS IN WORLD WAR II World War II was the second deadliest conflict in American history (after the Civil War), according to museumoffloridahistory.com. The war claimed the lives of more than 4,600 Floridians alone, including that of Captain Colin P. Kelly. Captain Kelly was not only one of the state’s heroes, but one of the first American heroes for dedicating and sacrificing his life to the safety of the country. Captain Colin P. Kelly, Jr. of Madison, Florida: As a B-17 Flying Fortress bomber pilot, Captain Kelly became an American symbol of resistance during World War II. While flying over the Philippines, Captain Kelly and his team were on a mission when they were attacked by a Japanese fighter. Captain Kelly promptly instructed his crew to bail the aircraft, though he did not make it out of the plane in time himself and lost his life during the incident. For both his dedication to the mission and his crew’s safety, Captain Kelly’s sacrifice awarded him to be honored with the Distinguished Service Cross. FLORIDA’S MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENTS The Medal of Honor is the highest military decoration awarded to members of the U.S. Armed Forces by the U.S. president in the name of Congress. According to floridavets. org, there are 23 Medal of Honor recipients throughout history who have been accredited to Florida. seniortimesmagazine.com
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U.S. ARMY: Captain Charles Albert Varnum Sergeant Clarence M. Condon Second Lieutenant Alexander Ramsey Nininger Jr. Private James Henry Mills Private First Class Emory L. Bennett Staff Sergeant Clifford Chester Sims Specialist Fourth Class Nicholas J. Cutinha Staff Sergeant Hammett L. Bowen Jr. Sergeant Ardie R. Copas Sergeant First Class Paul R. Smith Staff Sergeant Robert J. Miller
U.S. ARMY AIR CORPS: Second Lieutenant Robert Edward Femoyer Major Thomas Buchanan McGuire Jr.
U.S. NAVY: Chief Machinist’s Mate Francis Edward Ormsbee Jr. Lieutenant Commander William Merrill Corry Jr. Commander David McCampbell Hospital Corpsman Third Class Robert R. Ingram Lieutenant Junior Grade Clyde Everett Lassen
U.S. MARINE CORPS: Private Robert Miller McTureous Jr. First Lieutenant Baldomero Lopez Corporal Larry Eugene Smedley Private First Class Robert H. Jenkins Jr. Private First Class Bruce Wayne Carter May we always remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. s SOURCE: FLORIDAVETS.ORG, MUSEUMOFFLORIDAHISTORY.COM, INC.COM, HISTORY.COM
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FARM TALES
From Mother Hen APRON STRINGS
MOTHER HEN IS PROUD TO BE A “BABY BOOMER” RAISED ON A FARM POPULATED BY DOGS, CATS, CHICKENS, DUCKS, GEESE, HORSES AND COWS. THE WISDOM SHE GAINED WHILE GROWING UP IN THE COUNTRY CAN’T BE FOUND IN BOOKS. YOU CAN CONTACT MOTHER HEN AT motherhenfarmtales@gmail.com.
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mother’s love can pass through all time, distance, heartbreak and loss. I would venture to say that a mother’s love for her child is the strongest of all forms of love. And so it is for a grandmother’s love as well. This Farm Tale is dedicated to just such a love—my mother’s love for her grandchildren. When I was growing up, it was a familiar sight to see my mother busy at work behind her sewing machine. It was a Necchi and her pride and joy. She purchased it new in the 1950s and she held onto that thing for more than 30 years, until I convinced her to upgrade to a newer model with zig zag stitches. However, to be honest, nothing sewed like her original. It was a workhorse. So even though I convinced her to upgrade, she never got rid of her first Necchi. But back to my story, suffice to say my mother was always sewing something. Of course, she could sew clothing—but her real talent was in sewing things for our home. She could whip up sofa or chair covers, drapery, bedspreads, pillows and bolsters for the bedroom. You name it—she created it. And these special decorator items looked so professional that many of her friends would ask her to do the same for them. She would happily agree, and volunteered many hours to sewing for friends and family. Her favorite gift to make was a handmade apron, which she created her own pattern for. She favored the half-apron with long apron strings to tie in the back. Underneath the top fabric she sewed a thick liner to absorb drips while cooking or water splashes when washing dishes. She kept all her friends and family in aprons.
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When she became a grandmother one of her greatest joys was to make cookies with my two chicks. They would have a great time in the kitchen mixing up the cookie dough and cutting out the cookies. Making cookies with little ones can be a messy process what with all the flour, eggs and butter, so the chicks would obviously need an apron for the job. Naturally, my mother and her Necchi whipped up a pint size version for her grandchildren, complete with a tiny pocket embellished with hand embroidery. The girls were so proud of their aprons, and every time they baked with their grandma they were sure to put them on. Time passed and eventually we got the exciting news that a third granddaughter was on the way. My mother couldn’t have been more pleased, and we spent many happy phone calls talking about the new arrival. She was happily anticipating baking with this little one, just like she did with the other two. She promised to make the new baby a handmade apron from Grandma when she was old enough to join her sisters in the kitchen. All did not go as planned, however. Two months before my due date we got the shocking news that my mother had passed away suddenly in her home. One of the hardest days of my life was the day that I learned she was gone. I couldn’t believe it. We had just talked on the phone the day before, enjoying a long conversation where she spoke about each of our family members and also said how much she loved all three of her granddaughters. Looking back, I feel that God was allowing my mother this opportunity to give us her reassurance that seniortimesmagazine.com
Pine Grove Apartments Affordable Housing for Senior Citizens she loved us—and always will. It was still so hard to accept that my newborn baby would never know her grandmother… and would never wear an apron made with love just for her. The years passed quickly, and before I knew it my youngest chick was in high school. She showed an interest in sewing, and of course I encouraged her. After she experimented with my sewing machine, I thought it was time she had one of her own. I got her a Necchi, knowing my mother would approve. I remember taking her to the fabric store to pick out a simple pattern for her first project, such as a wrap-around skirt. She had other ideas though, and I should have known she would pick out an apron. It wasn’t just a simple apron, either. It was a full apron with a heart shaped bib top, accented with Ric Rac trim and heart shaped pockets. It was adorable, but a little advanced for a first-time seamstress. I voiced my concerns, but she wouldn’t be deterred. This was the project she wanted to take
on, and she was sure she could do it. Once we were home and the pattern was cut out, my little chick dove right into sewing the apron. I hardly had to give any instructions at all. It seemed she had an uncanny instinct for sewing that I couldn’t explain. She even did the tricky part, accenting the pockets and bib top with the decorative Ric Rac trim. Before I knew it, the project was finished! It was sewn perfectly, down to the very last stitch. Some things in life can’t really be explained—they must be felt in your heart. I feel that somehow Grandma was there, watching over my youngest chick as she was sewing that apron. This project was guided from above, fulfilling a promise for the apron that Grandma wanted her to have so many years before. My youngest chick still has that apron to this day, just as her older sisters still have theirs. Apron strings… a connection to their grandmother’s love throughout all time. s
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CALENDAR UPCOMING EVENTS IN ALACHUA & MARION
Writers Association’s multi-genre book-signing event. Attendees can meet authors, enjoy author panels and play author bingo for a chance to win a Reader Appreciation Basket. For more, visit www.aclib.us/author-series-2019 or email Rachel Cook at rcook@aclib.us.
ICE CREAM IN THE PARK FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY SPRING BOOK SALE
BIOFLORIDA CELEBRATION OF BIOTECHNOLOGY
April 27 - May 1 Friends of the Library Bookhouse, 430 N. Main St.
Thursday, May 9 from 9:30am - 1pm Foundation Park, 14193 NW 119th Ter.
GAINESVILLE - B ook sale to benefit Alachua County Library System and Literacy programs. Browse thousands of books, artwork, comics, manga, software, CDs, DVDs, videos, records and more. Cash or check only. Visit folacld.org or call 352-375-1676.
ALACHUA - N ow in it’s 16th year, the Celebration of Biotechnology is Florida’s largest exhibit show dedicated to the life sciences. This outdoor event is meant to bring together the local companies in a casual setting where they can showcase their achievements, products or technology. Hosted by Foundation Park and Concept Companies, this event features 500+ life sciences attendees, 80+ exhibitors, Educational bus tours showcasing the surrounding research parks, Food trucks, music and outdoor casual atmosphere. For details about attending or exhibiting, please visit www.bioflorida.com.
5TH ANNUAL GARDEN SHOW AND SPRING FESTIVAL May 4 & 5 4990 NE 180th Ave.
WILLISTON - E njoy live music, visit vendors from all over Florida selling plants, arts and crafts, food, and more! Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens is North Central Florida’s newest botanical garden. This unique treasure features over 50 separate garden displays nestled in and around a century old lime rock quary. cedarlakeswoodsandgarden.com
GAINESVILLE FRIENDS OF JAZZ FESTIVAL Saturday, May 4 from 7 - 10pm Tioga Town Center, 133 SW 130th Way
NEWBERRY - T he 17th Gainesville Jazz Festival at Tioga Town Center presented by The Gainesville Friends of Jazz is a free event for all ages with plenty of free parking. Lawn chairs, food, drinks and blankets are welcome. 352-331-4000 www. tiogatowncenter.com
ASK A SCIENTIST: SALAMANDERS Sunday, May 5 from 1 - 4pm Florida Museum, 3215 Hull Rd.
GAINESVILLE - F ind answers during an afternoon of discovery and learning. Participants may talk one-on-one with salamander researchers and ask questions about these fascinating amphibians. 352-273-2062 floridamuseum.ufl.edu
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POPS! Friday, May 10 from 7:30pm Phillips Center, 3201 Hull Rd.
GAINESVILLE - Gainesville Orchestra with conductor Evans Haile presents: POPS!!! The Annual Pops Concert is the grand finale of the Gainesville Orchestra season. This beloved event includes spectacular music, a walk through the orchestra, and a grand time had by all. 352-392-2787 performingarts.ufl.edu
WINDSOR ZUCCHINI FESTIVAL Saturday, May 11 from 9am – 4pm 1401 SE County Rd. 234
GAINESVILLE - Over 100 arts and crafts vendors from all around the state, Old Tyme Auction and a bake sale with zucchini bread and fried zucchini, zucchini cornbread and zucchini ice cream. Just 7 miles east of Gainesville, nestled in forests and farmland bordering the shores of Newnan’s Lake, Windsor is one of Florida’s oldest communities and best kept secrets.Free to the public. windsor-z-news.org
I HEART BOOKS Saturday, May 11 from Noon - 4pm Headquarters Library, 401 E. University Ave.
GAINESVILLE - M ore than 30 authors will sign their works and greet fans at the Florida
Saturday, May 11 from 1 - 3pm Rockwood Park, 2221 NW 22nd St
GAINESVILLE - J oin the Alachua Conservation Trust for an ice cream social at Rockwood Park in central Gainesville. Free and open to the public - only thing you need to bring is your appetite. Vegan options will also be available. alachuaconservationtrust.org
GAINESVILLE COMMUNITY BAND: MOTHER’S DAY CONCERT Sunday, May 12 at 3pm Trinity United Methodist Church, 4000 NW 53rd Ave
GAINESVILLE - The Gainesville Community Band will present a Mother’s Day Concert. Donations requested. www.gnvband.org
A MOTHER’S DAY CONCERT Sunday, May 12 from 4 - 6pm University Auditorium, 333 Newell Dr.
GAINESVILLE - The Next Generation is a group of 32 student dancers who present numerous programs and activities for community service projects in support of Dance Alive National Ballet’s mission and programming. The performance will be dedicated to all those women who believed in the talent of each dancer and cherished their dreams. The dancers will also explore some of the history of DANB and the world of dance. The works were selected to challenge and explore the talents of the dancers — and provide the audience with an entertaining and artistic experience. 352arts.org
SCIART MEETUP: REPTILES AND AMPHIBIANS Tuesday, May 14 from 6 - 9pm Florida Museum, 3215 Hull Rd.
GAINESVILLE - A rtists and designers are invited to explore exhibits and create art inspired by Florida nature and culture! With partners Santa Fe College Art Gallery and Wayfaring Painter, join the museum for a brief art or science presentation on reptiles and amphibians. Artists must bring their own supplies. 352-273-2062 floridamuseum.ufl.edu
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UF PERFORMING ARTS 2019-2020 SEASON PREVIEW Tuesday, May 14 at 7pm Phillips Center, 3201 Hull Rd.
GAINESVILLE - B e the first to hear about the 40+ performances we are bringing to Gainesville for the 2019-2020 UFPA season, as well as a HUGE announcement of a BIG NAME Broadway show! You will get an insider’s look at what the season has to offer, as Director Brian Jose takes you through each exciting performance in his own words. This event is free and open to the public, no ticket required! performingarts.ufl.edu
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UF HEALTH COMMUNITY HEALTH AND WELLNESS EXPO Thursday, May 16 from 8:30 - Noon Hilton UF Conference Center, 1714 SW 34th St.
GAINESVILLE - F ree health screenings and information! Registration is required. 352733-0000 bit.ly/WellnessExpo19
NEWBERRY WATERMELON FESTIVAL Saturday, May 18 from 9am - 4pm Countryway Town Square, 1739 SW 248th Dr.
NEWBERRY - C ome out to experience “A Fresh Slice of Tradition” at the 74th Annual Newberry Watermelon Festival. There will be craft and food vendors as well as family-friendly activities! newberrywatermelonfestival.com
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CROCS: Ancient Predators in a Modern World Saturday, May 18 from 10am - 2pm FLORIDA MUSEUM, 3215 HULL RD. GAINESVILLE - Visit the opening of the newest featured exhibit, “CROCS: Ancient Predators in a Modern World.” Enjoy special activities and see live reptiles, test your strength against a crocodile’s bite, learn how they hunt using soundwaves and learn about Gomek, the largest crocodile exhibited in North America. 352-846-2000 floridamuseum.ufl.edu
Saturday, May 18 from 8am - Noon UF/IFAS Extension, 2800 NE 39th Ave.
GAINESVILLE - A huge variety of herbs, annuals, perennials, natives, trees and more will be available at exceptional prices. Master Gardener volunteers will be on site for advice on selection and care of your plants. Admission and parking are free. 352-552402 alachua.ifas.ufl.edu
LUBEE BAT CONSERVATORY OPEN HOUSE Saturday, May 18 from 11am - 3pm 1309 NW 192 Ave.
GAINESVILLE - In honor of Endangered Species Day, Lubee Bat Conservancy will host the 4th annual Open House! Visit with beautiful bats while they enjoy their enrichment filled day. Join in on educational talks, visit native bat houses, and speak with experts on
installation and exclusion. Want to see some pregnant mommas?! Ten of their wonderful moms-to-be are due anytime. lubee.org
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GAINESVILLE - Grand Hotel, The Tony Awardwinning musical performed by Theatre Santa Fe and directed by SF Theatre Professor Russell Schultz. sfcollege.edu/finearts
Saturday, May 18 at 8pm High Dive, 210 SW 2nd Ave.
GAINESVILLE - J oin this blissful night to help fundraise and help refugees who have escaped the negative consequences of war. They have found refuge and it is up to all of us to provide exactly that! Doctors without Borders is an incredible non-profit that is making this possible. Captive Eddies, Maha & The Lions, and MadWoman will perform. highdivegainesville.com
Santa Fe Fine Arts Hall, 3000 NW 83rd St. May 23 - June 1
FLORIDA FOLK FESTIVAL Friday, May 24 - All Day Event 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive
WHITE SPRINGS - T he Florida Folk Festival is a a three-day celebration of the music, dance, stories, crafts and food that make Florida unique. From Irish fiddle tunes, techno contra dancing and kumquat pie, to the wide varieties of music brought May 2019
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GAINESVILLE MUSIC ASSOCIATION PUBLIC SYMPOSIUM & WORKSHOP First Mondays from 6:30 – 7:30pm Aurora Downtown, 109 SE 4th Ave
GAINESVILLE - J oin your music community for a workshop on a carefully developed aspect of different areas of the music business. These events begin with a presentation and workshop on a thoughtfully researched topic that our organization thinks will genuinely help our music community. gainesvillemusicassociation.com
ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCE Mondays 6:45 – 9pm 1624 NW 5th Avenue
An Intimate Evening with Kristin Chenoweth Sunday, May 19 at 7:30pm PHILLIPS CENTER, 3201 HULL RD. GAINESVILLE - Tony and Emmy Award-winner Kristin Chenoweth continues having a moment in an impressive career. A set list spanning jazz and Great American Songbook standards, Broadway, and gospel reveals the charismatic Oklahoman’s power and versatility. While Chenoweth originated the role of Glinda in the Broadway smash “Wicked,” her staying power as a touring recording artist and actor has made her more popular than ever. Here is a rare chance to be enchanted by one of Broadway’s greatest. performingarts.ufl.edu
by immigrants, the state’s cultural heritage reflects the lives of generations of Florida families and communities. Throughout the Memorial Day weekend more than 300 performances give voice and meaning to Florida’s heritage. www. floridastateparks.org
RECURRING EVENTS CONTRA DANCE First Sundays & Third Saturdays Thelma A. Boltin Center, 516 NE 2nd Ave
GAINESVILLE - C ontra dancing is energetic, social dancing that’s fun for everyone (all ages are welcome) and no partner is
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necessary. The music is live. Dances are taught, walked through, and called. No experience or special dress is required. Wear casual attire and comfortable shoes. godsdance.org
HIGH SPRINGS MUSIC IN THE PARK & CONCERT SERIES Third Sundays from 2pm - 4pm James Paul Park, Downtown High Springs
HIGH SPRINGS - B ringing exceptional artists to the Downtown High Springs! Events are free and open to the public. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, etc. Dogs permitted on a leash. Artist details and more information at highspringsmusicinthepark.com
GAINESVILLE - T his is the kind of dancing which began in the 16th century and is still being written and danced today around the world. All dances are taught, walked through and called. No partner, experience, or special dress required. If you are new please come to the beginner lesson each evening at 6:45. Dance to jigs, reels, and beautiful waltz music by Hoggetowne Fancy. Everyone is welcome. This is easier than ballroom because there are no partner holds and the caller does the leading. Visit our Facebook page to see videos. bit.ly/EnglishCountry
FUN WITH FLOWERS Third Tuesdays at 10am Gainesville Garden Club, 1350 NW 75th St
GAINESVILLE - H ands-on floral design program includes lecture, demonstration and materials. Coffee social at 9:30 am. RSVP requested rsvp.ggcfl@gmail.com or www.ggcfl.org
UNION STREET FARMERS MARKET Wednesdays from 4pm – 7pm Bo Diddley Plaza
GAINESVILLE - B ring a bag and pick up some locally-grown and produced vegetables, meat and dairy to take home for your kitchen. There’s also food trucks and live entertainment — all in a family-friendly atmosphere. Enjoy downtown and support local producers, musicians and artisans while sharing some quality time with your neighbors. unionstreetfarmersmkt.com
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CHAYAVEDA WELLNESS Second Wednesdays Fairfield Inn & Suites, 3877 SW 37th Blvd.
event is sponsored by the City of Alachua Community Redevelopment Agency. cityofalachua.com
GAINESVILLE - Y oga, Refreshments, Raffles and Wellness Workshop. Come for part or all, by donation. Have a great time while up leveling your health, meeting others and building a community to share our intention of connecting to a larger purpose and participating in our vision of bringing wellness and self empowerment to our community and those in need. 352-3585005 info@chayaveda.com
NEWBERRY - B ring your friends and meet some new ones! Come on out and enjoy a live local band and a stroll through the picturesque gardens. Enjoy fun and games, food trucks, music and more! tghnfl.com
TAI CHI AND GENTLE MOTION
DOWNTOWN DRAG
Thursdays at 9:30am 2205 NW 40th Terrace
First & Third Fridays from 11pm - 1am Maude’s Cafe, Downtown
GAINESVILLE - Tai Chi and Gentle Motions classes for seniors on Thursdays at 9:30 am (Tai Chi) and 10:30 am (Gentle Motions) at Crown Pointe Senior Healthcare Center in Gainesville. Contact Paul Gebhart at 352-379-6124 for info.
GAINESVILLE - D rag and burlesque unite to enchant and amaze!!! Downtown Drag is hosted at Maude’s SideCar Bar next to the Hippodrome in downtown Gainesville. Bring your friends, your dollar bills, and your cellphones to come insta our queens and show the world what a great time you had!!! Get there early, grab a cocktail, and get the best seat! All proceeds go to performers! fb.com/DowntownDrag
HIGH SPRINGS FARMERS MARKET Thursdays from 12 noon – 4pm First Saturday each month from 9am – 1pm 115 NE Railroad Avenue
HIGH SPRINGS - F lorida grown fruit, vegetables, dairy & meats as well as honey, handmade treats and more. The Farmers Market is produced by The City of High Springs. farmersmarket.highsprings.com
NIGHT IN THE GARDEN Third Thursdays from 6:30 - 9:30pm Green House Nursery, 15207 W Newberry Rd
HIGH SPRINGS FIRST FRIDAY NIGHT First Fridays from 5pm - 8pm Downtown
PRIMETIME EDUCATION SERIES
HIGH SPRINGS - Join the fun in lovely downtown High Springs. Local merchants will offer special sales, a raffle and more. Family fun for all ages. facebook.com/ HighSpringsDowntownMerchants
Thursdays from 2:30 - 4pm Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34th Blvd.
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GAINESVILLE - P rimeTime Institute (PTI) provides a wide variety of educational programs and social activities for people age 50+ that foster wellness, encourage personal and intellectual growth, and that provide an environment for developing new interests, making new friends, and becoming involved as volunteers. Schedule at www.primetimeinstitute.org
First Fridays from 8 - 10pm First Magnitude Brewing, 1220 SE Veitch St.
GAINESVILLE - I n an effort to serve local playwrights better, Y-Not Theatre is starting a new local playwrights forum. It is chance to share questions, concerns, updates and information. If you consider yourself a playwright then join the first gathering on February 2nd. Free and open to the public. fb.com/ynottheatre
THIRD THURSDAY ON MAIN Third Thursdays from 5 – 9pm Downtown Main Street
ALACHUA - T his is the perfect event to get your “pre-weekend” on! Alachua’s Downtown area comes alive with the sound of music, unique dining, shopping, craft vendors, and so much more! This
ARTWALK GAINESVILLE Last Fridays from 7pm - 10pm Downtown
GAINESVILLE - A rtwalk Gainesville is a free self-guided tour that combines exciting visual art, live performance, and events in downtown Gainesville with many
local galleries, eateries and businesses participating. Artwalk is an exciting, fun way to experience the amazing wealth of creativity the Gainesville community has to offer.Free and open to the public. artwalkgainesville.com
GFAA GALLERY ART EXHIBIT Last Fridays from 7pm - 10pm GFAA Gallery, 1314 S. Main St.
GAINESVILLE - The GFAA Gallery presents members original art work for home, apartment or office. Monthly themes, such as Home (1/22-2/23) and Large Works (2/26-3/23) with opening exhibits at Artwalk and displayed throughout the month. Support your community artists and bring pleasure to your surroundings. Gallery open Tuesday-Saturday from 11am-6pm. gainesvillefinearts.org.
ALACHUA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET Saturdays from 8:30am – 12pm 5920 NW 13th Street
GAINESVILLE - D on’t forget to bring shopping bags, your grocery list, and plenty of small bills. The market prides itself on being a grower’s only market – meaning the vendors selling produce, plants, and other products must have grown the items themselves. The event space is located in an open air pavilion with additional outdoor booths protected by shade cloth. 441market.com
HAILE FARMERS MARKET Saturdays from 8:30am – 12pm Haile Plantation Village
GAINESVILLE - T ake a stroll down the treelined streets of the Haile Village Center to browse for groceries, prepared food, and handmade gifts, then continue on for more shopping or brunching at the Village Center’s locally-owned shops and restaurants. hailefarmersmarket.com If you would like us to publicize an event in Alachua or Marion counties, send information by the 13th day of the month prior. All submissions will be reviewed and every effort will be made to run qualified submissions if page space is available.
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Fourth Annual benefit event for the Humane Society of North Central Florida
November 7, 2019
Save the Date!
Thursday, November 7th, 2019 | 6 PM – 10 PM nd St, Alachua 122 NW 20 292 ch, Ran SantA Fe River For sponsorship information and further details, please call Margot DeConna at 352-415-2460. www.humanesocietyncfl.org | 4205 NW 6th Street | Gainesville, Florida 32609 36 May 2019 seniortimesmagazine.com
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 McGuire Pavilion Black Box Theatre................. Museum Road, Gainesville Actors’ Warehouse............................................... 608 N. Main Street, Gainesville Ocala Civic Theatre...................................4337 East Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala High Springs Playhouse................................. 130 NE 1st Avenue, High Springs
THE HIPPODROME THEATRE
Sex With Strangers Thru May 12 “Sex with Strangers” is a smart and sexy exploration of the conflict between the life you live online and the life you try to live in the real world. The Hollywood Reporter said, “Sexually and intellectually provocative…A hell of a lot of fun!” The New York Times said, “A twisty and timely two-character drama about lust, love and the complex nature of identity in our digitaldominated era.”
Million Dollar Quartet Opens May 31; Previews May 29 and 30 Goodness gracious, great balls of fire! Four legends, one night and a whole lot of rock ‘n’ roll! Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley have one of the greatest jam sessions of all time in the TONY AWARD WINNING musical “Million Dollar Quartet,” opening at the Hippodrome Theatre Friday, May 31 at 8 p.m. Inspired by a true event, these four iconic musicians play their hearts out live on stage as they weave a tale filled with broken promises,
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deception, betrayal and passion. Featuring legendary tunes like ‘Blue Suede Shoes,’ I Walk The Line,’ and ‘Hound Dog.’ The Chicago Tribune said “It gives us a chance to enjoy some bone-shaking, soul-stirring, good-time classics with a surprising amount of grit and soul.”
play focuses on the lives of four mentally challenged men who live in a communal residence under the watchful eye of a sincere, but increasingly despairing, social worker. Filled with humor, the play is also marked by the compassion and understanding with which it peers into the half-lit world of its handicapped protagonists. ACROSSTOWN REPERTORY THEATRE
The Nether Thru May 12 In the near future, the Internet has evolved into the Nether, a vast network of virtual reality realms where users may assume any identity and indulge any desire. A particularly dark corner of this realm leads a detective to interrogate its creator. The ethical issues raised by this encounter resonate beyond The Nether and into the real world.
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In’s and Out’s May 17 – June 2
The Addams Family: A New Musical May 16 – June 9
Join us for yet another world premiere of two one act plays written by our very own Esteban Alvarez III who brought us the highly entertaining show Turning Tables. In the first story you’ll laugh as cafe employees deal with meeting new people. The second story is a sensitive exploration of family dynamics as they all try to figure out how to deal with one another. There’s something for everyone. HIGH SPRINGS PLAYHOUSE
The Boys Next Door May 31 – June 23 An Off-Broadway success, this very funny yet very touching
The iconic TV show comes to life in a marvelously morbid musical. Wednesday Addams is all grown up and in love with an ordinary young man from Ohio. On a dark and stormy night, the future in-laws arrive at the macabre mansion to meet the “creepy and the kooky, mysterious and spooky” Addams Family: Morticia and Gomez, Pugsley, Uncle Fester, Lurch, and Grandma. Meeting the parents has never been so terrifying – especially when the spirits of the Addams ancestors in the graveyard rise to the occasion. This 2010 Broadway hit is delightfully dark, frightfully funny, and a gleefully Gothic good time. May 2019
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Chronicles of a Radical Hag (with Recipes) BY LORNA LANDVIK c.2019, University of Minnesota Press $25.95, 306 pages
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No, despite creaky knees and her status as the oldest employee at the Granite Creek Gazette, she preferred to focus on staying active, curious, and productive by writing a feature column several days a week. Or, well, she used to. On her way home from a show at Minnesota’s Lakeside Playhouse, Haze collapsed in the car and was taken directly to the hospital. Her prognosis was iffy. Susan McGrath would’ve cried, if she let herself. Haze had been at the paper since Susan’s grandfather hired her decades ago, and Susan counted Haze as a dear friend. It was unthinkable that after fifty years of columns, the Gazette wouldn’t print Haze’s wise words – but then Susan remembered that Haze kept a file of all her printed work, along with comments she’d received. While Haze healed, why not reprint her old columns? For fourteen-year-old Sam McGrath, the only thing worse than working for his Dad was working for his Mom. It didn’t help that he was also caught in the middle of their impending divorce. Plus, he was a geek. Plus, he had a crush on a girl who would never look twice at him. Even if he had a driver’s license.
Which he didn’t. But he did have a job, and that was to go through Haze Evan’s old columns, helping to decide which ones to reprint in the Gazette. He hadn’t known Haze well, but he learned a lot about her from her writing. He learned a lot about the people in his small town, too. And he learned a secret that would change everything… Words, as you know, have power. They can influence, impact, inspire and incite, and in “Chronicles of a Radical Hag (with Recipes),” they come from a character that never speaks one word throughout. No, author Lorna Landvik’s Haze is mute and ailing from page five forward, but that only makes her presence stronger and it imbues extra meaning to her columns and her diary, both of which, make up about half the book. The other half consists of a delightful unfolding of gentle drama, Mom humor, current events, politics, twists, and surprises revealed at a pleasant pace. It’s also wrapped in a love story to close neighbors and small towns – where people might gossip but the truth is better. Your book club wants this book. Put it by your easy chair, bedside, lunch box, or tuck it in the car. Find it in the library or the bookstore because “Chronicles of a Radical Hag (with Recipes)” is a book you’ll want to take with you. 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. seniortimesmagazine.com
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