Shell Point Life August 2010 by Shell Point Retirement Community

August 2010 Vol. 5 Issue 8

High-Flying Fun By Rochelle Cherniawski, Assistant Editor I just have to tell you – I have the best job! As a communications coordinator, and the assistant editor of this very publication, it is a true honor to share your stories. Each month, while compiling articles for upcoming issues of Shell Point Life, I find myself humbled by your amazing experiences and thrilling adventures. You inspire me to live my life to the fullest and explore new opportunities. This month, the magazine really took flight (pun intended) with stories about three residents who are among a limited number of licensed female pilots. Turn to page10 to soar through the open air with Frankie Rad (Tellidora), Sue Moore (Lakewood), and Adrienne Prokop (Sand Dollar). You’ll also gain control of the air on page 5 with Walt McCollum (Oakmont) who takes you into control towers across the nation, recounting his days as an air traffic controller. Those stories are only the tip of the wing in this edition of Shell Point Life. Now, back to my amazing job! While I obviously think that my role here at Shell

Point is the best, I’m sure that my claim would be met with some opposition from the resort services staff. Mary Franklin, resort services manager, and her team are always planning exciting activities and leading the way to fun festivities that provide lasting memories. The Passport the World program continues this month with a journey to Greece. Bask in the sunny Greek Isles while enjoying a walk through Greece, a Greek night buffet, shopping at a Greek market, and more. And don’t forget your passport book! Remember, at the end of the year, all residents with at least one passport stamp from each month will be eligible to win prizes during the final passport event in December. Well, I’ll get back to “work” now. If you have an interesting story to share about your life, or perhaps you know of a neighbor with a remarkable story, I’d love to hear about it. You can always contact me at (239) 454-2055 or via e-mail at rochellecherniawski@shellpoint.org. I’m looking forward to hearing from you!

On The Cover Adrienne Prokop (Sand Dollar) made a career of her passion for flying. She and her husband, Brad, owned a successful commercial flight operation with three planes and five pilots.

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But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.

Isaiah 40:31

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Fly Girls Celebrating 100 Years of Licensed Women Pilots

In 1910 young women took to the skies and have been flying ever since. This year a team of female pilots representing Fort Myers won first place in the 2010 Air Race Classic, a transcontinental speed competition. By Rochelle Cherniawski

n 1910 Baroness Raymonde de Laroche became the first licensed female pilot in the world by the Aero Club of France. By the year 1929 there were 117 licensed female pilots in the United States, one of them being the famed Amelia Earhart. All of them were invited to join an organization to promote the advancement of aviation. Ninety-nine women responded – hence the name the 99s. Amelia became the first president of the International Organization of Women Pilots that is still going strong to this very day. In August of that year, twenty pilots raced from Santa Monica, California to Cleveland, Ohio in the first Women’s Air Derby. Amelia took third place in the race. Racing continued through the 30s and eventually evolved into the All Women’s Transcontinental Air Race (AWTAR), better known as the Powder Puff Derby. In 1937 the world looked on expectantly as Amelia embarked on her journey to

become the first female pilot to travel around the globe on a solo flight. She was last seen on June 29, 1937. Air Race Classic

While the unexpected disappearance of Amelia was a shock to those watching her journey across the world, the determination of female pilots lives on. The AWTAR has since become the Air Race Classic (ARC), continuing the tradition of transcontinental speed competition for female pilots. This year the ARC celebrated 100 years of licensed women pilots. And with an added air of local pride, the race took off from the Page Field Airport in Fort Myers on June 22. A total of 113 women were registered to race in the event, ranging in age from 18 to 92 and representing many different walks of life. The 51 competing teams included all ranges of experience from student pilots to commercial pilots.

The 92-year-old pilot, Ruby Sheldon, was flying her 25th ARC. Terry Carbonell, the secretary of the Air Race Classic, Inc., was competing in her fourth ARC. She also happens to be the head pilot of the home team from Fort Myers — Team Wild Mama. Continued on next page

The team channeled their nervous energy into completing pre-flight inspections.

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The team from Fort Myers gathered around their plane with their two biggest fans. Moments before beginning the race, pilot Terry Carbonell completed final checks from the cockpit.

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Terry got into flying for her late husband. “My husband was dying and it was his wish that I got my pilot’s license, so I flew him all around the United States before he passed away a year and a half ago. So I’m carrying on something that was a passion of his that has since become a passion of mine.” Ready to Race

On the morning of the race, Terry and her teammates, Ellen Herr and Laura Ying Gao, were going through their normal preflight checks and working out nervous energy. Terry explained, “We’re just double checking everything. Once we’re gone, it’s too late.” She politely declined the request to discuss their plans for the first stop in Waycross, Georgia. “Race strategies are highly guarded secrets. Once we are racing, it’s our decision to stay or go at each checkpoint. We can keep flying as long as we do it within the designated race hours from sunup to sundown.” One thing was certain; they were thrilled to be taking off from Fort Myers. “We are very happy to be starting from Page Field. It’s nice to have a sendoff from the hometown crowd. We are ready to roll!” Cheers from the ground erupted as Team Wild Mama lifted off and Becky in the control tower announced, “Make us proud ladies.” From Fort Myers the teams raced 2,483 miles through Waycross, Georgia; Tuscaloosa, Alabama; Hot Springs, Arkansas; Cameron, Montana; Murphysboro, Illinois; Elkhart, Indiana; Parkersburg, West Virginia; and finally to the finish line in Frederick, Maryland. Terry recalled, “It was a challenge. You tend to want to hurry up and go go go, but you have to be patient and wait things out. Sitting and waiting when you want to fly is very difficult. It’s very important to keep your head.” In the air the tension of the race remained evident as the teammates constantly checked weather, assessed the wind,

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and watched for traffic. “Laura did a great job,” said Terry. “She was dead on the money with every single score. And Ellen did an outstanding job with the navigation. We worked very well as a team. You can’t do this by yourself.” The team faced a challenging decision in Elkhart, Indiana. “Leaving Elkhart, the visibility was not good. It was a tough decision to go. It was not the most ideal flying conditions. If the visibility dropped, we would have needed to land and it would have messed up the whole race for us. We decided to get a full tank of gas so we could bypass the last stop. Getting out early was the key that day, and

they placed until the ARC Awards Banquet on Sunday evening. “We had our score of 16.0 in mind as they started calling out the top ten winners. We were still in the running when they called out 3rd place with 11.6. And when they said second place had a score of 13.9, we knew we had it! We won first place!” The win came on Terry’s 49th birthday, and she was able to share the medal with her 92-year-old mother who lives near Frederick. “It was the first time I got a medal,” Terry shared. “It was a thrill. And I am really happy for Laura. She is only the sixth licensed general aviation pilot in China and she’s blogging to women in China to let them know about it.” When asked if she would participate in future ARCs, Terry’s answer was simple and instant, “Heck yes! You can’t stop me now!”

The crowd below cheered in excitement as the 182 RC Cessna took off from Page Field.

we caught the right wind. We risked the whole race on that leg, and it paid off!” First to the Finish Line

When they touched down in Frederick on Thursday, June 24, Team Wild Mama knew they had given it their best. “We knew we had flown a good race, but you never know how you ranked against the other teams. We were a bundle of nerves when we were one of the top 12 teams called for reinspection. And we ended up with a score of 16.0 – which means we were 16 knots over our handicap speed.” Even with the knowledge of their score and the understanding that they were in the top 12, Team Wild Mama was still unaware of their final standing. They didn’t know how

Terry, Ellen, and Laura won the 2010 Air Race Classic. They received their first-place medals at the ARC awards banquet.

To learn more about Team Wild Mama, and read their race journals from the 2010 Air Race Classic, visit their website at www.teamwildmama.com

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akmont Resident Walt McCollum’s successful career as an air traffic controller didn’t takeoff right from the start. In 1955 Walt was an eager freshman at Northern Missouri State. However, after his first year of studying to become a chemical engineer, Walt began to have second thoughts. “After one year of college-level chemistry and math, I realized I didn’t have the talent or desire. I didn’t know what I wanted to do. So, I joined the Air Force with hopes that I would figure it out in four years. I had no idea they would end up giving me my profession.”

During boot camp in 1956, Walt was scheduled to go to linguistics school. But before boot camp was complete, he was unexpectedly cut. “They didn’t offer any explanations; they just told me to go to the administration office and apply for another assignment.” Since Walt’s test scores were high, the counselor asked what he was interested in doing. At that time Walt’s priorities were fairly straightforward. “I wanted to work in a place that was air conditioned,” he laughed. “The counselor and I eliminated jobs until we got all the way down to one that said control tower operator. I didn’t know anything about it except that it would be warm in the winter and cool in the summer.” With that, Walt was assigned and sent Continued on next page

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1964, Walt (center) working the non-radar side of the control position at Olathe RAPCON at the Olathe Naval Air Station in Kansas. He was working under the direction of John Tigh, one of the original air traffic controllers hired in the late 1930s. 1960, working the midnight shift as controller and team supervisor at Yakota RAPCON Air Force Base in Japan.

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to the Air Traffic Control (ATC) School at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi. His first step was to complete a rigorous set of physical exams. “It took about two days to get through my physicals,” he recalled. “They spent an entire morning on my eyes and hearing alone.”

First Assignment After graduating from the ATC School and receiving high scores on his academic tests, he was granted the right to begin on-

Walt was sent to Japan in May of 1959. His schedule as a controller and team supervisor at the Yakota RAPCON Air Force Base fluctuated significantly throughout the time he spent there. “There was a period of time when I would work for two days and be off for four days,” he said. “Our sergeant major said he didn’t care how far we went when we were off duty as long as we were back for our duty assignment. So I took full

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the-job training. His first assignment was at the Oklahoma City Center RAPCON (radar approach control), a Civil Aeronautics Administration facility. He spent one year becoming immersed in non-radar and radar procedures and vectoring. “I got tremendous schooling. I was very fortunate,” he claimed. 6

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advantage when I had long days off. If I wanted to go to the other side of Japan, and the train schedules allowed, I would do it. I did a lot of traveling around the country and I’m glad I did.” However, during his last five months in Japan, he worked eight-hour shifts six days a week. “It was feast or famine in the military. Then I got discharged in

August of 1960 and didn’t have to work at all,” he laughed.

Landing in Kansas City In February of 1961, Walt began his first job under the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) at the Kansas City tower. And just like any other job, he spent the first few days filling out paperwork and familiarizing himself with his new surroundings. He was then sent to the FAA Academy in Oklahoma City. “Even though I graduated from the Air Force ATC School with high marks, the FAA required me to spend 90 days retaking all of the same tests that I had already completed in the Air Force. At least I was prepared. It was a good refresher course.” Walt explained, “Every tower training program in the nation operates the same way. Whenever you arrive at a new facility, you start from the beginning. While the process is always the same, the time it takes will always differ depending on the facility and your experience.” Anytime an air traffic controller moves to a new facility, they start out in the flight data position, managing the administrative aspects of air traffic control such as weather, clearances, and communication with other facilities. They gradually work their way through each position until they are completely certified on all operational positions. The process of starting over didn’t deter Walt from moving to new facilities. “I liked the challenge. Plus, pay was based on levels of complexity. If you wanted to get into a management position, you had to keep moving.”

Taking Off for Chicago Walt continued moving to new facilities to help further his career. After working from various towers in the Kansas City area, he moved to Indianapolis and then on to O’Hare in Chicago. “O’Hare was the hardest training program,” he stated. “It took a year and a half to get fully certified. But it was my favorite place to work.” The city of Chicago introduced Walt to much more than a great job. In July of 1966, Walt met a young flight attendant named Betty. They were married in March of 1968.

Touching Down in Detroit As much as Walt loved his life in Chicago and his job at O’Hare, he ended up pursing a job opportunity in Detroit. He said, “I only left because in the early 70s when you got a job offer for a promotion, you had to take it because it may never come around again!” The move proved to be beneficial. Not only was Walt in the team supervisor position at Detroit Metro Airport, he was also able to utilize his GI Bill to complete his education at Eastern Michigan University. He studied labor economics and management and received his Bachelor of Science degree. The degree certainly paid off. He graduated on a Saturday in 1976 and reported to a new staff position on the following Monday. Walt had become a staff specialist at Great Lakes Regional Headquarters Air Traffic Division in Chicago. “The job would have normally gone to someone in a higher position, but my degree got it for me.”

the vice president of operations for Robinson Operations Inc. approached Walt. “He knew I was retired and he asked me to be a site manager at Pompano. I signed a one-year contract to work as a controller and tower manager. I enjoyed it so much that I ended up being there much longer,” he remembered with a smile. One year the Women’s Air Race came through Pompano Beach. “It was wonderful to have the 99s fly through

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Shortly after retirement, he and Betty found themselves checking out Shell Point. “Our pastor, who now lives in Lucina, gave us a video about the community. We figured it would be worth the drive to check it out. We ended up moving into Oakmont in December of 2004.” Regarding retirement, Walt said, “We don’t have any time constraints now. If we go on vacation, we might be back in two weeks, or it could be three, or even longer. We just take it day by day.”

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em ent We don’t ha ve any time constraints n on vacation, ow. If we go we might be b a c k in be three, or e two weeks, o ven longer. W r it could e just take it day by day. our airport,” Walt said. “At first, we were a little worried that we’d be hit with 30 of them at the same time with different skill levels. Of course, we had all of the regular traffic coming through at the same time. But it turned out to be a great experience.”

Destination Shell Point Walt officially retired from the profession in 2004. “In my career, as I look back, there is nothing that I have regretted. The Lord has blessed me many times.”

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He certainly makes the most of his time at Shell Point. He is a volunteer in the Larsen Pavilion, he is one of the Shell Point ambassadors, and he attends many of the concerts presented throughout the community. “Time goes by so fast. I’m just enjoying every minute!” With his wife Betty by his side, this delightful couple has enjoyed a soft landing at Shell Point and makes the most of every day as they continue their adventures in retirement.

Next Stop, Miami After three and a half years, he was eager to get back into the field. So he transferred to Miami International Airport where he served as the area manager, procedures and operations manager, and the assistant air traffic manager. Furthermore, he put his degree to work during the controller strike of 1981. “My education provided me with great preparation. I knew what was typical of union growth and it made my job a lot easier.” From Miami Walt went on to serve as the air traffic manager at Savannah International Airport where he had interface with various military organizations in the area. After a long and successful career with the FAA, Walt retired in 1993. “After I retired, I played tennis and golf, traveled, and enjoyed not having a lot of responsibility.” His retirement was relatively short-lived. In 1997, when he was living on Pompano Beach,

Walt McCollum makes the most of every day in his high-flying adventures in retirement.

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Amelia Earhart:

Lost Legend

Book by Shell Point Resident Don Wilson Explored Intriguing Theory of Aviatrix’s Mysterious Disappearance On July 2, 1937, Americans were stunned by the news that Amelia Earhart’s plane went missing during her attempt to be the first woman to fly around the world. Although neither her body nor airplane were ever recovered, could it be that she survived the crash and was actually taken prisoner by the Japanese? One man thinks so.

Earhart and “Old Bessie” Vega 5b, c. 1935

By Rochelle Cherniawski

Don Wilson was just 17 years old Sasebo, Japan. “It was a relief to be spared when he joined the Marines and was the invasion of Japan,” he said. It wasn’t until the 1970s and 1980s, while shipped off to Saipan in the Pacific Rim in 1945. During the early 1940s, Saipan, along Don was working as a clergyman of the United with its nearby neighbor Guam, was a strong- Church of Christ and as a life insurance agent, hold of the Japanese and several strategic bat- that he began to notice numerous theories emerging about Amelia’s disappearance. Don tles occurred there following Pearl Harbor. “I was there as part of the Second was intrigued by the stories. Marine Division and our job was to participate in the battle of Okinawa and prepare Back to Saipan for the invasion of Japan,” explained Don. “After years of hearing and seeing difAlthough Amelia Earhart had been ferent accounts of the rumors about Amelia missing since 1937, according to Don, “there Earhart, I decided to go back to Saipan to see were a lot of rumors circulating around the what I could find out for myself,” said Don. island that she had been In 1991 Don and his taken captive by the wife, Vernajean, spent 12 Japanese and was being held days in Saipan investigating prisoner. At the time, we the rumors. “I was really just were too busy just trying to there out of curiosity,” he do our military duties for me explained. Since it had been to pay much attention.” more than 50 years since the Don was stationed in date of her disappearance, Don and Vernajean Wilson, Saipan for eight months, finding first-hand accounts spent 12 days in Saipan with a brief time away for was almost impossible. “At investigating the rumors. the Okinawa campaign, the suggestion of one of the and returned home in August of 1946 fol- authors of a book on Amelia Earhart, I lowing occupation duty in Nagasaki and contacted an islander who willingly shared

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a wealth of compelling information.” It was that one person that really sparked Don’s interest to continue his investigation. “When I returned home, I made a lot of contacts and started doing research to get more answers.” As his knowledge grew, he began to share the information by teaching an adult education course at the Rochester Institute of Technology in Rochester, New York. “It was a volunteer position. I had learned so much about Amelia Earhart that I was able to teach a pretty interesting course. The students often questioned when I would write a book about Amelia.” Pen to Paper

Subsequently, Don wrote Amelia Earhart: Lost Legend. The book, which covers various accounts by witnesses of the crash, rescue, and imprisonment of Amelia Earhart, was printed in 1993. “I was very honored. The head of the current Amelia Earhart Society, Alex Mandel, found my book to be the most authentic collection of research on the disappearance of Amelia Earhart.”

Compelling Accounts

So just what does Don believe happened to the most famous female pilot in history? “Everything I’ve learned leads me to the conclusion that Amelia Earhart was picked up by the Japanese after she crash landed in the Marshall Islands and was taken to Saipan in a failed attempt to go around the world.” “I talked to a serviceman who found a briefcase in a safe on Saipan belonging to Amelia containing weather charts, flight plans, and other things belonging to her. The items were turned over to higher officials and he never saw them again.” “I also talked with another serviceman who actually climbed aboard Amelia’s plane on Saipan and looked into the cockpit. He witnessed the American military destroy the plane which he believed was to keep the American people from finding out that she had been captured by the Japanese.” “I even talked with one man who interviewed a woman who claimed that she witnessed Amelia Earhart’s execution and identified what she believed was the place where she was buried.” Don reflects on his experience of collecting the various witness accounts with the following disclaimer: “The witness accounts are all stories. I believe those that fit into a consistent pattern, but I can’t prove them. However, when you take all of these accounts and put them together, like I did in my book, it makes a pretty convincing story.”

Paul Mantz, Amelia Earhart, Harry Manning and Fred Noonan, Oakland, California, March 1937

Amelia Earhart being greeted by Mrs. Foster Welch, mayor of Southampton, June 1928

Earhart in the Electra cockpit, c. 1936

Studio portrait of Amelia Earhart, c. 1932

Academy Presentation

Don still receives e-mails about Amelia on a regular basis. And recently, Don gave a presentation about his book in The Academy at Shell Point. An audience of 100 residents gathered in the Social Center in May to hear Don’s knowledge regarding the legendary aviatrix. “It was very well received. People asked quite a few questions. I enjoyed it.” While people may never know the true story behind the mysterious disappearance of Amelia Earhart, they can certainly enjoy reading the stories compiled in Don’s book, Amelia Earhart: Lost Legend. Although new copies are no longer available, good used copies can be purchased on amazon.com or barnesandnoble.com.

“The most effective way to do it, is to do it.” Amelia and Lockheed Electra, c. 1937

— AMELIA EARHART

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Sky… What Limit? --

Three Vivacious Residents Recount Their Unforgettable Experiences as Aviatrixes By Rochelle Cherniawski

The thought of a female pilot soaring through the open sky conjures images of Amelia Earhart saddled into the cockpit of her twin-engine Lockheed Electra. Earhart’s pioneering spirit and adventurous attitude inspired women throughout the generations to attempt the unthinkable and reach new heights… literally. According to the FAA, only six percent of all pilots are women. Remarkably, three of those ladies live right here at Shell Point.

AIRBORNE ADRIENNE When Adrienne Prokop (Sand Dollar) was an undergraduate student at Northwestern University, she was drawn to an intriguing and charming graduate student and pilot, Brad Prokop. Little did she know that she would one day become a pilot in her own right. After Brad and Adrienne tied the knot, they focused on raising a family and running their commercial real estate business. And for

years Adrienne simflew our Cessna ply enjoyed being a 182 for 13 hours passenger as Brad and I just felt so flew her and their helpless the entire four children all time. It was right around the country. then and there, However, during a that I vowed to never require him trip from Florida to to fly solo again. I Kansas City, Missouri, Adrienne flashes a grin in 1985, Adrienne before heading to the cockpit. had decided to get quickly realized she my license so I wanted to be more than just a pas- could help communicate and navsenger. “There was such a strong igate and just be a part of it.” headwind. It was a very challengWhen they returned to Kansas ing flight, and I didn’t have a City, she began taking lessons right license. I sat next to Brad while he Continued on page 12

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away. “The lessons were relatively uneventful,” she recalled. “I never had a fear of flying. I knew what to expect.” Within a year Adrienne received her pilot’s license. She loved the challenge, the freedom, and the experience of flying. Perhaps most of all, she enjoyed sharing the interest and experience with Brad. With a smile she remembered Brad’s reaction to her decision to fly. “He was thrilled! There is nothing like having the two of us fly together in a plane.” Her children were also thrilled that she got her pilot’s license. Adrienne was undoubtedly the coolest mom on campus as she flew her kids to school in Chicago, Nashville, and Tulsa. She quickly became involved in her local chapter of the 99s, the International Organization of Women Pilots. “She was in Amelia Earhart’s chapter,” said Brad. “Being a member of the alpha chapter of the 99s was a huge honor.” In fact, Adrienne flew into Atchison, Kansas, the birthplace of Amelia Earhart, for yearly meetings of the 99s. She recalled, “One year, Amelia’s sister attended a meeting as the featured speaker. The city preserved historical sites relating to the aviatrix, including the house where she was born. I truly enjoyed that.” In addition to their real estate endeavors, the couple ended up making a career of their passion for flying. They started their own charter operation, Pro Air, Inc., with three planes and five pilots. “The biggest planes we had were 400 series Cessnas that fit two pilots and seven passengers,” said Brad. Adrienne continued, “We started the charter operation because it went along very well with commercial real estate. We had holdings all over and it was easy to get from one place to another. It’s much easier if you

when we were out at a restaurant we flew into, our battery died and we were stranded. Luckily, one of our pilot friends was also a mechanic and he was nice enough to fly us a new battery and get us on our way again! We made a lot of great friends and have a lot of wonderful memories.” When Brad and Adrienne made the decision to retire, they Adrienne always also decided to hang up their enjoyed sharing wings. They moved to Florida in the experience of flying with her 1995 and sold their last plane husband Brad. from Page Field airport in 2000. And while they occasionally miss the experience of flying, the pair can quickly fly rather than drive. Plus, we now enjoys driving. “In our younger days, we flew everywhere,” said Brad. “Now we just enjoyed it.” Their location was also beneficial. are really enjoying driving! You get to stop “When you live in an area like we did, at places you wouldn’t, or couldn’t, normally there were no convenient commercial stop if you were flying.” As for the pilot subculture, they’ve flights. You had to drive one and a half hours into Kansas City. We had a number since found a new group to mingle with – golfers. “Now we have taken up golf and we of business clients.” Yet there was always much more to fly- are forming a whole new group of friends,”

“When once you have tasted flight, you will forever walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward, for there you have been, and there you —Leonardo da Vinci will always long to return.” ing than a successful business venture. “Flying is very social,” Adrienne explained. “Pilots really have their own subculture. It’s like the air version of country clubbing. We’ve taken trips to special lodges and restaurants that are in the middle of nowhere and are accessible only by plane.” Part of the charm of the aviation subculture was the tight-knit friendships they made along the way. “You find that you have very responsible and supportive friends. Once

Flying was a regular way of life for the Prokop family. Adrienne commonly flew her children to school in Chicago, Nashville, and Tulsa.

Adrienne said. Adrienne and Brad have been residents of Shell Point for almost six years. And while they are not yet living in the community full time, they still participate in a number of activities offered throughout the community. Adrienne expressed, “We take part in many of our court activities at Sand Dollar. Everyone is wonderful and gracious; they invite us to everything. I was on the board for the Friends of the Arts for the past two years. We participate in the Academy. And we play golf at the Shell Point Golf Club. We don’t feel like we could be having a better experience.” Adrienne and Brad will be moving to the Woodlands after the first of the year. They are looking forward to settling in to their Oakmont home and continuing to enjoy the community.

Frankie is currently taking lessons at Page Field Airport with her instructor Shawn.

FEARLESS FRANKIE Frances Rad (Tellidora), more commonly known as Frankie, took her first flight in Princeton, New Jersey, in 1960. “I just thought flying looked like something wonderful and I wanted to do it,” she said. “My brother and two cousins had flown and I heard a lot about it through them.” While living in Princeton, Frankie became friends with the editor of Air Facts magazine, Leighton Collins. Frankie recalled, “Leighton just loved flying and thought it was more fun to have company while he flew. One Saturday morning, Leighton called at 7:00 a.m. and said in his charming Southern accent, ‘Frankie, wanna go flyin’?’ I said, ‘Leighton, I’d love to!’” She quickly got herself together, ran out the door of her house, and spent the day flying around the skies of Princeton as Leighton’s passenger. “The moment I went up, I loved it. The view from way up there was just gorgeous.” Shortly after their first flight, Leighton began to teach Frankie how to fly. “He knew I loved to fly so he gave me 25 free hours. And I was never afraid. I just smiled and said, ‘Weeeeee!’” Leighton’s son, Michael, who was the editor of Flying magazine, was the one who helped Frankie get her solo license. “I was just a happy girl having fun,” she recalled. “I flew a Cessna 150 for the pure joy of it.” Eventually, Frankie’s love of flight caught the attention of her grandson, Nicholas Biggar. “I got him into it. He ended up becoming a very good pilot. But he didn’t want to pursue a career as a commercial pilot

because he wanted to be able to be home for his family. So he became an air traffic controller at an airport in Vancouver, Canada. He works in the center, monitoring as many as 20 planes at once!” Shortly after Frankie learned to fly, one of her daughters had a medical emergency and she decided to retire her wings. “I stopped flying after my daughter had a stroke at the age of 19. It was simply more important to take care of her.” Now at the age of 91, Frankie has decided to renew her love of flying. In fact, on April 22, 2010, which marked the 50th anniversary of Frankie’s first solo flight, she headed out to the local airport to go airborne. “I decided I wanted to go up again. I went out to Page Field and found a nice young pilot to bring me up. He lets me do the takeoffs and fly wherever I want. I don’t do the landings yet. Maybe someday. For now, I’m just happy being a student pilot.

I want to keep doing it. I want to go up every month. It’s just wonderful to be up there and feel free of gravity.” Of all the places to fly in Southwest Florida, one of her favorite areas to fly is over Shell Point. She explained, “The size of Shell Point awes me. We have such a large spread here! I also love flying over Captiva and seeing all of the many wild islands. It’s an awesome sight. And Useppa from the air is ridiculous! It’s amazing to see that one little island bursting with all of those houses.” When she’s back on the ground at Shell Point, she doesn’t slow down. Frankie stays busy playing bridge, riding her bicycle, and swimming laps. She’s even a member of the Monday Night Miracle club and keeps score when attending Miracle baseball games. “I just love having fun!” she exclaimed. “The world is exciting.” Continued on page 14

Frankie surveys the terrain below from her bird’s eye view. One of Frankie’s favorite areas to fly is over Shell Point. At 91 she still enjoys flying.

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Sky– What Limit? Continued from page 13

SOARING SUE As Sue Moore (Lakewood) recalled memories of flying, tears gathered at the corners of her eyes. “I was a licensed instrument pilot. I had achieved the right to fly and experienced the freedom of flying. And it was all taken away from me very suddenly.” Sue’s interest in flying began after she sat next to the president of Binghamton University, Lois Defleur, at an event. Sue asked Lois about her experience with flying. Lois responded, “Are you interested in flying?” At the moment Sue didn’t know. Yet by the end of the evening, Sue had promised Lois that she would take an introductory lesson. “It was the perfect time to do it,” Sue recalled. “I had an empty nest and, for the first time, some discretionary income.” She took her first flying lesson in June of 1992 at the Tri-Cities Airport in Endicott, New York. “I was actually unimpressed during my first flight. I expected it to change my life, and it didn’t. Flying didn’t actually change my life until I got my license.” It took her 18 months to get her license. “It was very challenging to get used to the effects of moving in three dimensions. I did a lot of squealing; my instructor was very patient. I Below: Sue stands before the flight office at the Exuma International Airport on the island of Great Exuma in the Bahamas. Center: Sue’s husband Frank, got his right seat certificate so he could operate the plan in case of an emergency.

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logged more than 100 hours of flying time, about 60 hours of instruction and 40 hours of solo flights, before I took my final test in September of 1993.” According to Sue, the test is very difficult. “There is a lot of studying involved. You have to pass a written test to prove you understand theory, weather patterns, and decision making. And then there is the practical test.” She vividly recalls her practical test. “I was coming in for a landing, and it didn’t look right, I called the go-around to the tower and the other pilots. I wanted to come in for a second try. The man who was Flying made Sue feel empowered. She loved the experience of taking off from one city and landing testing me said, ‘Good call. Good in a different city and knowing she did it herself. judgment.’ We went around again and I made a very nice landing coming in the second time. I was nervous. But I passed!” where there are a lot of clouds and fog and a Instead of purchasing her own plane, lot of reasons why you can’t fly if you don’t have your instrument rating. When you are surrounded by gray, it only takes about 40 seconds to get completely disoriented. You can’t even tell which way is up. In those conditions it’s vital to rely on your instruments.” Sue spent an entire week with an instructor and they flew every day. She recalled facing terrible winds on the very first day. “The plane was Sue joined a flying club. “That’s the way to jumping on the ground before I had even go! You pick them up clean, and turn them started the engine. I would have never flown in dirty. It’s much easier to let someone else on that day, but the instructor said it was the take responsibility for the upkeep. It’s the perfect time to learn. He said, ‘Someday you most economical way to fly.” are going to come in for a landing, coming She got another 100 hours of flying out of clouds, and you are going to be dead under her wings before deciding to get her tired, and you are going to be so happy that instrument rating. “I lived in New England you practiced crosswinds landings.’” “I was very proud of myself for achieving my instrument license. It was very difficult. Instrument flying is a whole different ball of wax because you cannot see anything out the windshield, and you have to depend entirely on your instruments. But when you break through the clouds and find the runway right where it’s supposed to be, there’s nothing better than that,” Sue said with an enthusiastic thumbs up. As Sue and her husband, Frank, began taking more flights, Frank got his right seat certificate. He learned the basics of communication and altitude and received landing instruction. “If something happened,” explained Sue, “he could communicate with

“I was very proud of myself for achieving my instrument license… when you break through the clouds a nd find the runway right where it’s supposed to be, there’s nothing better than that!”

air traffic control, declare an emergency, and guide the plane down safely.” The pair often took trips to their summer home in Rhode Island. They also flew to places like Block Island, Martha’s Vineyard, and the Bahamas. “Those trips made me feel so empowered,” she said. “To get on the plane in one place, and get off in another place, knowing

that I did that myself was just mind blowing.” Then in 2006, something went wrong. Sue had logged over 1,000 flight hours when she began questioning herself. She could feel herself getting slow and was having difficulty making decisions. One morning she woke up with a terrible headache. Her blood pressure was skyrocketing. A neighbor rushed her to the hospital where they discovered she had suffered a brain hemorrhage. “I spent four days in the intensive care unit, during which time I spoke with a neurosurgeon about some other symptoms I was experiencing.” It was at that moment that Sue received the most damaging news of all – she had Parkinson’s disease. “Right there,” she said. “That was the end of my flying. I left the hospital thinking my life was over. Flying made me different and distinctive. It was something really unique to talk about and I seemed to need

that in my life. And all of the sudden, that was gone.” Sue immediately began attending the Parkinson’s support group. She spent a year healing and getting back to her normal routine. Gradually, she came to the realization that there was much more to her life. While she misses flying, Sue has found other adventures to occupy her time. “Now, my work at Lakes Park has taken its place. I’m a member of the Lakes Park Enrichment Foundation, which is putting in a botanical garden at the park. It’s a huge job; a 10 to 15 year project. I’m behind the inspiration for the garden and I’m helping to get it started. I’m very proud of my work at Lakes Park.” Sue also serves as a narrator on the Suzy Q, she remains active in the Parkinson’s support group, and she is the captain of her floor at Lakewood. Her life has certainly continued, and it is a joyous ride indeed!

“It is the greatest shot of adrenaline to be doing what you have wanted to do so badly. You almost feel like you could fly without the plane.” – Charles Lindbergh Shell Point Life | August 2010

JIM DAVID :

High Flying Couple:

Lifetime of Flight

BOB & GINGER DORNBURG

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At age 11, Jim David (Periwinkle) took his first airplane flight. He was hooked for life! “Charles Lindbergh’s flight inspired me to think about airplanes,” Jim remembered. Shortly thereafter, his brother built a model plane out of scrap metal in the backyard. Although it didn’t have an engine, Jim traveled the Earth in his cockpit. “I used my knowledge of geography to fly all over the world,” Jim laughed.

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When Bob and Ginger Dornburg (Oakmont) met in New York City they both had their feet on the ground. But ever since that fateful evening at a party, this couple has been flying high together. Ginger was a stewardess for American Airlines Bob and Ginger Dornburg in the late 1950s and was living in New York City when she threw a small party for her roommates and their boyfriends. One of the couples asked if she would like to meet a young man who was currently attending ground training in New York for Lockheed Electra. “Sure,” said Ginger. “Bring him over.” The rest, as they say, is history.

Army Air Corps

After completing his schooling, Jim signed up for Civilian Patrol Training. “The point of that was to get enough laymen used to flying that they would be ready for war. We knew it was inevitable,” Jim shared. He volunteered with the Army Air Corps in July of 1941, six months before Pearl Harbor. Stationed out of three different bases in Texas, he grew accustomed to seeing the ground fall away. It came as no surprise that 11 months later, he flew in the first B-17 bomber group to go to England. The Army then took him to North Africa for a total of 51 missions during the war. “I lived a charmed life,” Jim related, “because my crew and I escaped numerous close calls and none of us were ever injured.” Perfect Record

After his military days, Jim transitioned to civilian flying for United Airlines. He flew everything from DC-3s to 747s for a career total of 25,000 pilot hours, all without injury or incident! His perfect safety record is a testament to his skill and professionalism. And now he has landed safely at Shell Point – a charmed life indeed!

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Up and Away

Bob was hired as a flight engineer with American Airlines and based in Chicago. Later he transfered to Boston. Ginger was based out of New York City and the couple maintained a brief long-distance romance before they married on June 25, 1960. “Back then, you had to retire when you got married or turned 32,” explained Ginger. So after almost five years with American, she took off her wings and settled down to run the couple’s home and raise their two children. Bob continued to fly with American Airlines for 35 years and retired in 1987. “It was a great life,” said Bob. “We loved every minute of it!” Coming in for a Landing

Bob and Ginger touched down at Shell Point in 2000. “We love it here,” said Ginger. “Originally we chose Shell Point because it was run by a religious organization and we felt we could trust it. Plus the people are so nice. This has been the best place for us to be because when Bob had a serious health issue he was able to go into the Pavilion and avoid the hospital until he got better and that was a real relief.” Today when planes heading for Southwest Florida International Airport occasionally fly over Shell Point, both Bob and Ginger can look up with a smile as they remember their days cruising through the clouds.

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Shell Point is fortunate to have Bill Mount on staff.” Upon receiving the news, Peter Dys stated, “I extend my deepest appreciation to Bill for his honesty, integrity, and commitment to the principles on which Shell Point is built.” Resident Hugh Barbour (Eagles Preserve) thanks Housekeeping Technician Bill Mount.

hell Point employees have been known to go above and beyond the call of duty to meet the needs of residents across the community. And residents who experience excellent service are not shy about sharing their positive feedback.

Honesty

Recently, Hugh Barbour of Eagles Preserve shared glowing remarks about Bill Mount of housekeeping. “I carry my paper money in my left pocket, folded in half and held together with an ordinary paper clip,” explained Hugh. “One morning our doorbell rang and there was Bill Mount, holding a wad of cash held together with a paper clip. He said he found the money on the pavement below the driver's door of our car and assumed it was ours. It was mine alright – all $173 of it. I had not even noticed that the money was missing!” Hugh was so impressed with Bill’s honest gesture, that he sent a letter to President Peter Dys. “Bill Mount not only does a great job keeping our Eagles Preserve neighborhood in clean and perfect condiPresident tion, but he is one of Peter Dys those rare, honest, and honorable persons who just always seems to do the right thing.

Friendliness

Mildred Howarter of Cameo shared an interesting story about her connection with Debbie Dalrymple, Debbie Dalrymple, dining supervisor of the Crystal Room, dining supervisor of the Crystal and Mildred Howarter (Cameo) enjoy their visits together Room. Mildred said, “When I first at The Crystal Room. Debbie recently celebrated her 25year anniversary with Shell Point. moved to Shell Point, I learned that Debbie attended a school in Kentucky that personal touch. She said, “We are so thankwas supported by my church. I was so ful for our doctors and nurses at the Medical moved by her story that I invited Debbie Center. But I would like to pay special tribto speak to my women’s group at the Fort ute to the hard working people at the front Myers Beach United Methodist Church. desk. I especially want to commend Dennis Debbie and I have become friends. I always Bross who is there to greet patients with unenjoy hearing about her trips back to visit derstanding, patience, and a smile. I am the school and about her cherished nieces sure all the phone calls he makes and reand nephews. I wish everyone knew Deb- ceives are beyond count, but he handles bie as I know Debbie. She is a wonderful each one with a caring voice.” person and a precious hostess.” Positive Feedback Patience

At the Medical Center, medical assistant Dennis Bross stays busy greeting patients, answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and facilitating resident requests. Alice Lowman of Parkwood couldn’t help but recognize his professionalism and

“It is a true testament to our dedicated staff when residents so openly share positive feedback,” expressed Karen Anderson, director of Human Resources. “We have such great staff here and so many just love the residents. Feedback HR Director from residents Karen Anderson about the special experiences and relationships they have with staff is always welcomed. Shell Point is a special place because of the staff who care for, serve, and satisfy every day.”

Medical assistant Dennis Bross greets resident Alice Lohman (Parkwood) at the Medical Center front desk.

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Queen of the Night BY DOTTY MORRISON, CELLANA

Would you love a plant that only The ones in the courts around The Island are issues are safety, trip hazards, and debris. These bloomed on ONE night after dark and the larger, heavy-bodied, Hylocereus Undatus, cacti can grow large enough to overwhelm then wilted in the morning? Would you sit also called Dragonfruit, due to their bright and kill the supporting red seed pods. The palm tree, as happened on a bench, swatting bugs smaller vine near the in Royal Bonnet about and wiping away sweat Orchid House is three years ago. There from the summer heat, Selenicereus Grandiflorus, was a danger the whole holding a flashlight to also called the Queen of plant would fall and hurt watch the petals unfold? someone. The larger the Night. If you are a fan of the On June 9, nine plants are now trimmed Night-blooming Cereus, blossoms proved the title to keep them under conthe answer is yes. to be apropos. As several trol and to limit debris While a visitor to people watched and on walkways. Shell Point 10 years P HOTO BY M A RY M C C O Y P HO TO BY D O TTY M O RRISO N Another concern is waited in the dark, the ago, I was introduced to this beautiful flower The Night-blooming Cereus comes alive cream-white “queen” that these plants are invasive. Currently, the whose large blossoms for one night only during the summer. opened to greet her ador- species at Shell Point are not included on open after dark and wilt in the morning sun. ing subjects. According to Dick Tomlin of Florida’s high-priority species threat list, so The larger plants may have buds in various Turban, this same plant bloomed last year on there’s not a need to remove the plants, but they do need monitoring. stages and can be viewed over a period of a exactly the same date! So why have some few days. Once the buds appear, however, a See for Yourself daily watch is crucial as the show will be of the largest of these If you’ve never seen a gone for another year. Many Shell Point res- plants been trimmed Night-blooming Cereus in all idents use a highly-developed calling system back or even cut down its glory, summer is the time to of friends, or a regimen of walks through entirely by the Shell be on the alert. Next year on Cameo, Sand Dollar, and Royal Bonnet, to Point grounds crew? June 9, meet me at 9 p.m. by P HO TO B Y D O TTY M O RRISO N According to Steve ensure they don’t miss the nighttime gala. the Orchid House on The There are several species of cacti which Morton, landscape Residents with flashlights marvel Island for another appearance are commonly called Night-blooming Cereus. manager, the main by the Queen of the Night. at the distinctive blooms

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Know Before You Vote Iona-McGregor Fire Chief to Speak on Proposed Referendum on August 11 The Iona-McGregor Fire Protection and The proposed method is intended to proRescue Service District serves more vide a more equitable and sustainable source of funding. than 38,000 homes and businesses The referendum is set to partially within a 42-square-mile area. fund the construction, operation, and Declining property values, 33 permaintenance of the facilities and servcent over recent years, have ices of the Iona-McGregor Fire resulted in decreased funding for Protection and Rescue Service the district, to the point of Fire Chief District for the continual readiness to impacting service levels. William Elliot provide fire protection. The Fire Readiness Assessment To learn more about the Fire Readiness referendum that is listed on the August 24 primary-election ballot would change dis- Assessment referendum, attend an informatrict funding from ad valorem taxes to a tional presentation on Wednesday, August combination of ad valorem taxes and a flat 11, at 2:00 p.m. in the Grand Cypress Room fee of no more than $185 per parcel per year. of The Woodlands. Chief William Elliot of

the Iona-McGregor Fire District will share information about the referendum as well as interesting information about the district’s services and performance. Meet the chief and get your questions answered so you can know before you vote! The event is free; however, seating is limited and a reservation is required. Please contact 454-2054 to RSVP or for further information. Fire Chief Speaks Wednesday, August 11 2:00 p.m. Grand Cypress Rm/WDL

New Spanish Course Begins in September Would you like to pep up your day, learn something new, or refresh a former skill? How about learning some Spanish? This fall the Spanish Club will offer sessions at Beginning and Intermediate levels. A more advanced level will be offered starting in January of 2011. Each Wednesday, from September 15 through November 17, classes will gather in the Buttonwood Room of The Woodlands Commons. Beginners will meet from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. and intermediate speakers will meet from 3:15 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. We will use Spanish is Fun Book I and

Book II. The course fee will be $80 per person for the 10-week course. The instructor, Elizabeth Nolan, a native speaker of Spanish, will be back at Shell Point by popular demand. She teaches at local colleges and at other retirement communities. She also does individual tutoring when time permits. Her training and teaching credentials are excellent. To learn more, or determine which level is appropriate for you, attend the meeting on Wednesday, September 8, at 2:00 p.m. in the Sabal Room of The Woodlands. We constantly hear doctors reminding us

to stay physically and mentally active, take up a variety of activities, and try new things to challenge our brains. This is the perfect opportunity to flex your mental muscles. If you have not studied Spanish, add spice to your life by learning something new. If you have taken Spanish before, even long ago, you can always brush up on your skills. Regardless of your level, communicating in another language can be a very pleasant experience. For more information, please contact Connie Curtin by calling 481-1035 or you can email her at dycurtin@earthlink.net.

MAKE IT A HABIT. RECYCLE. We all love our magazines, but when it’s time to let go it just takes a little extra effort to recycle. When you’re done reading and enjoying this issue of Shell Point Life, consider giving it an extended life! Here are some ideas to get the most out of this magazine: • Share it with a friend or relative who might enjoy living at Shell Point • Ask your local physician or dentist if you can leave it in the lobby • Bring it to your local church • Pass it along to your financial planner or stock broker • Return it to the Welcome Center for re-use

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2010-2011

CONCERT SPEAKER SERIES The Fine & Performing Arts Concert Series

or its Ninth Season the 2010-2011 Fine & Performing Arts Concert Series has assembled a lineup of artists with equal parts of artistic excellence, international acclaim, superb entertainment, and a sense of surprise. Join us for an iconic concert series, where music of the fine and performing arts is defined. The concert series will begin on Tuesday, November 9, with a performance by an extraordinary ensemble of 12 young string players from all over the world. The International Chamber Soloists is a unique group of talented musicians from Russia, Bulgaria, Belarus, Latvia, Korea, Taiwan, New Zealand, Australia, Brazil, and the United States. Love and dedication to music brings them together, under the direction of prominent Russian violinist Dmitri Berlinsky. The International Chamber Soloists will perform Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons and Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto in D Minor. This Christmas Season will feature a rare opportunity to hear a live holiday concert performance by The King’s Singers on Tuesday, December 14. “Still unmatched for their musicality and sheer ability to entertain (The London Times),” 2009 Grammy Award-winners The King’s Singers have put

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forth the highest caliber of a cappella performance since the group’s inception at King’s College, Cambridge, in 1968. The world’s premiere men’s ensemble, The King’s Singers delight audiences around the globe with their incomparable musicianship, charm, and wit. This concert of traditional carols and holiday music is sure to make the Christmas season bright. Since its founding in 1983 by Michael Levine, the Dallas Brass has become one of America’s foremost musical ensembles. The group has established a unique blend of traditional brass instruments with a full complement of drums and percussion, which creates a performing entity of extraordinary range and musical challenges. The Dallas Brass repertoire includes classical masterpieces, Dixieland, swing, Broadway, Hollywood, and patriotic music. Their concert at Shell Point on Monday, February 14, is sure to be a wonderful Valentine’s Day musical affair. In addition to their solo performance, the Dallas Brass will welcome the Concert Band from Cypress Lake School for the Arts to perform with them in this concert extravaganza. The concert on Thursday, March 24, will transport us back to the good old school days with The Four Freshmen. The group will bring a four-part harmony, twist of elegance, splash of swing, and a whole lot of fun! The exciting presentation of these consummate entertainers offers a lively blend of arrangements, audience-pleasing charisma, and

humor that are sure to entertain. The Wall Street Journal exclaimed, “Long live The Four Freshmen. May they never graduate!” On Thursday, April 7, the final concert of the series will feature soprano Angela Brown. Miss Brown is a trail blazer on a mission to bring operatic and classical vocal performance to a diverse audience. Her witty and inspired recital program, titled Opera from a Sistah’s Point of View dispels the myths of opera through lively commentary on opera plots and characters, show-stopping arias, poignant art songs, and moving spirituals. Her highly successful Metropolitan Opera debut sparked a media excitement with reviews from The New York Times: “At last an Aida,” the Associated Press: “She combines a potent, dusky lower register with a striking ability to spin out soft high notes of shimmering beauty.

There’s no doubt her voice is powerful enough for Verdi,” and CBS Evening News: “The future of opera has arrived.” Angela has inspired features on the front page of The New York Times and in Oprah Magazine, Essence Magazine, Ebony Magazine, Classical Singer, Reader’s Digest, and Psychology Today. This year concert-goers have the option of buying the entire series ($100), single tickets ($35), or a new option called Pick any three ($90).

Concerts & Conversation Series

This classical series is held in the more intimate setting of the Grand Cypress Room and over the past three seasons has grown in popularity. This outstanding lineup starts out on November 18 with emerging innovative pianist Thomas Pandolfi. Next is award-winning bassoonist Alexander Popov on January 17. On their American tour will be the Dutch chamber ensemble, Storioni Trio, on February 25. The Concerts and Conversation series will wind down on Monday, March 21, with the popular and very elegant flutist Eugenia Zukerman. Advance tickets for the series are $80 or single tickets can be purchased for $25.

Speaker Series: Travel & Exploration This year’s Shell Point Speaker Series brings prominent and nationallyknown travel experts and explorers to Shell Point. The first speaker is a wellknown world traveler who is often heard on public radio and seen on National Geographic travel programs. Rudy Maxa will share some of his interesting and humorous adventures on Monday, January 10. On Tuesday, March 8, join one of the famous Cousteau family members, Fabien Cousteau. He will share memories of growing up on his grandfather’s ships and how he and his family continue to explore and protect our oceans. Last in the Speaker Series is Josh Bernstein, a modern-day Indiana Jones. Josh is an explorer, photographer, author, and television host who has traveled the world in search of discovery and mystery. Come hear his amazing real-life stories of adventure on Thursday, April 14. Advance series tickets for all three speakers are $75 or single tickets can be purchased for $35.

Southwest Florida Symphony Series Once again Shell Point partners with the local Southwest Florida Symphony as they host Concerts Around the Town. Shell Point is proud to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Southwest Florida Symphony with two evening concerts. Classically Simple will be held on Tuesday, February 1, and Genesis will be performed on Tuesday, March 1. Tickets for the series of two concerts are $25 and single tickets are $15.

Barbary Coast Dixieland Show Band Larsen Pavilion Benefit Concert. Back by popular demand, the Barbary Coast Dixieland Band will make a triumphant return on Thursday, February 17. This is one of the best Dixieland bands in the country. They were elected into the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame and have a following of fans throughout the country and abroad. Don’t miss this entertaining show and support for a good cause! Tickets are $15 each.

Learn more about all of the 2010-2011 Shell Point Concert and Speaker offerings by referring to the concert series brochure. Tickets can be purchased at either The Island or Woodlands service desks. Guests can call the box office at 454-2067.

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For appointments call: 489-8400 Island and Arbor Salon Hours: Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Saturday: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Pavilion Salon Hours: Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

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Jane embraces a busy Due to Florida humidity lifestyle, traveling to the and Jane’s love of golf, this Shell Point Golf Course youthful style is reinforced at every opportunity. Jane with a permanent wave. needs a low maintenance Jane’s hair is blown dry and hairstyle that will hold up curled with a medium iron. under the Florida humidity, The hair is picked gently, but with a nice style. maintaining some of the Her hairstyle is accomcurl and giving her a more plished by cutting many youthful appearance. layers at a similar length, The narrowest part of this creates a round shape Jane’s face is her forehead; that follows the curve of the widest part is her cheek Jane’s head. These short layers area. As you can see, the volume are also ideal in creating volume in Jane’s style begins at the eye throughout the shape of the level and lifts up to volume in head. The layers in the nape are the crown. This draws the eye slightly elongated creating addiaway from the width at the tional length to soften the haircheeks; lifting the eye and creatline near her neck. Without ing a “hairstyle-face lift.” A light these longer layers, Jane’s finbang also balances and softens Jane Small caption the forehead. ished shape would be round. However, the longer, fuller layJane’s natural hair texture is ers contribute to the final oval shape of baby fine and extremely straight. Even with Jane’s flattering style. a permanent wave, styling aides are a must!

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Jane’s hair texture is a perfect candidate for Paul Mitchell’s new “Thicken Up” styling aide. “Thicken Up” was introduced by Paul Mitchell just three months ago and is new to The Salon at Shell Point. “Thicken Up” is very effective in fattening the hair shaft, creating thicker hair with more volume and holding power without being stiff or sticky. “Thicken Up” is great for women and men. Ask your stylist if “Thicken Up” is right for you.

We Need Your Help to Help Others

donate or receive a wig. The salon As many of takes the time to clean and style the you know, The wigs, making them ready for donaSalon accepts donations tion. We also cut the wig so it is of wigs and hair pieces. We most flattering and suitable to the wash and set the pieces and person who will be receiving it. make them available free of charge to residents in need. This has been a very successful How to Donate program bringing smiles and a Wig or Hair Piece sometimes a tear or two to a All wig donations can be The Salon donates number of your neighbors. dropped off at The Island or Arbor their time to clean At this time our inventory Salon. Please leave your name and and style wigs making them ready is very low. We are looking to address so we can send you a tax for donation. replenish our inventory so we deductible receipt for your records. may be of assistance when there is a need. We ask that all wig or hair piece donations You do not need to be a salon customer to be new or gently used. A wig that is too old

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becomes dull and fuzzy looking in texture. When this occurs, the piece is much less natural looking. A synthetic wig needs special shampoo, conditioner, and hairspray to prolong the life of the hair. These items are available in The Island Salon for purchase. Or if you prefer, The Island and Arbor Salons are equipped to wash and style wigs and hair pieces. A shampoo and style for a wig is $28; a hair piece is $18. These charges are waived for all wig donations and donation recipients as our way of giving back to the Shell Point community. Thank you for partnering with us in bringing smiles to the faces of your neighbors.

Passport to the World Shell Point is Bringing the World to You in 2010 next stop:

Greece Greek Night Dinner Buffet

Walk through Beautiful Greece 31-Day Walking program The Health Club staff has put together 5 walking trails totaling 553 miles: Athens to Tripoli = 81 miles Tripoli to Zakinthos = 84 miles Zakinthos to Corfu = 143 miles Corfu to Mt. Olympia = 245 miles Total actual miles = 553 The overall goal is to actually walk 100 miles by the end of the month. For every one mile you walk, we are giving you 5.53 actual miles within Greece! The challenge is to walk 3.22 miles each day for 31 days. Can you do it? Of course you can! Track your miles in any of the three health clubs. Happy trails!

Thursday, August 5 Dinner: 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Crystal Dining Room/IS With its robust flavors and unique dishes, Greek cuisine stands alone. Enjoy delicious Aegean lentil soup, stuffed grape leaves, moussaka, grilled lamb tips, and much more as you are swept into a country far away. You can almost taste the salty Mediterranean Sea and hear the gentle sounds of violin strings honoring this historically rich country.

Nomiki’s Plakka & Greek Market

Tuesday, August 17 Bus Pick ups Begin at 4:30 p.m. Reviews say that the authentic Greek food at Nomiki’s rivals anything served at the sponge docks in Tarpon Springs. That sounds worth investigating since Nomiki’s is right here in Fort Myers. Diners can create their own “Greek Platter” choosing from Greek favorites for $13.95

Be sure to bring your Passport to the World book to each event you attend to receive your stamp. Don’t forget, by receiving one stamp per month, you will be eligible to enter a drawing to win prizes at the end of the year.

or select any of the wonderful entrees priced from $6.95 to $16. Bring your Shell Point passport book to get the Greek month stamp and continue along your journey through the Passport to the World program.

DVD: The Real Olympics Monday, August 23 2:00 p.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL No event in the ancient world compared to the Olympic Games. With Greek culture and influence at their height, the Games drew an audience of tens of thousands. At the heart of this documentary is an ambitious reconstruction of major events, from chariot racing to combat sports involving stunt men, horse wranglers, 40 young athletes, and hundreds of extras. 110 minutes.

EXPLOREtheWORLD …without leaving home! Shell Point Life | August 2010

To include a listing for an upcoming event or activity, please contact Mary Franklin, resort services manager, at 454-2152 or email: maryfranklin@shellpoint.org

Violinist Reiko & Friends

Monday, August 2 7:00 p.m. Church Auditorium/IS Cost: $15 per ticket Reiko & Friends will present a concert of both classical and popular favorites as the final performance of the Summer Concert Series. Reiko has served as concert master for six orchestras, including the Southwest Florida Symphony, and became one of the most prominent freelance violinists. Proceeds will benefit the Auxiliary’s commitment to raise $100,000 for The Larsen Pavilion fundraising campaign.

Presidents and their First Ladies, Dramatically Speaking

Wednesday, August 4 2:00 p.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL Andrew Johnson met sixteen-yearold Eliza McCardle soon after arriving in Greeneville, Tennessee. They quickly married on May 17, 1827. Early in their marriage, Eliza taught Andrew to read and do arithmetic. In less than a decade, Andrew became a man of property and investments, with a second career in politics. Later in their marriage, Eliza developed “slow consumption.”

She became a semi-invalid and a recluse. Eliza joined her husband in Washington, D.C., but her health prevented her from playing a public role in his administration. Welcome back the always popular William and Sue Wills as they portray President Johnson and First Lady Eliza Johnson in a dramatically told one-hour show.

Greek Night Buffet

Shell Point Market Place

Friday, August 6, 13, 20, 27 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 13, 20, 27 RAC/IS There is always something new and exciting at the market place. Each Friday the Resident Activity Center is bustling with gourmet cheeses, organic peanut butter, fresh vegetables, dried fruits, kalamata olives, sticky buns, and much more. Stop by to enjoy the sights and smells, as well as the company of other satisfied shoppers.

EVENTS

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PROGRAMS • PARTIES • MOVIES • OUTINGS • EXCURSIONS

Waterside Shops at Pelican Bay Saturday, August 7 9:00 a.m. Island pickup 9:10 a.m. Woodlands pickup 9:20 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 3:30 p.m. Approximate return Cost: $8.00 (lunch on your own)

Fire Readiness Assessment Referendum

The Waterside Shops is the Gulf Coast’s most intriguing shopping and dining destination where the finest names in luxury retail and fashionable lifestyle stores are set amid a lush landscape of 30,000 tropical plants and flowering shrubs. Its more than 60 shops and restaurants let you indulge in the extraordinary while you delight in the everyday. A complete list of shops is available at the Resident Activity Center. This day is destined to be a wonderful shopping experience.

Organic Sprouts Class

their unique sounds and aptitude. Don’t miss this talented performance.

Monday, August 9 10:15 a.m. Social Center/IS Learn the importance of incorporating organic sprouts not only into your daily regimen, but into your pets’ dietary needs as well! Sprouting expert Christine Lindsey will offer insight into the ease of growing your own sprouts and the many nutritional and health benefits these little greens offer. This informational class will also include samples!

Southwest Florida Handbell Ensemble

Tuesday, August 10 7:00 p.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL Harmony and recognizable melodies will come to life by the Faith Presbyterian Church of Cape Coral’s Handbell Choir. This group, directed by Michael Helman, has captivated many audiences with

Wednesday, August 11 2:00 p.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL During the August 24 primary election, voters in the Iona-McGregor Fire District, which includes Shell Point, will have the chance to vote regarding the funding for fire services. Fire Chief William Elliott will explain how a 33 percent drop in district property values has impacted the fire district, which is funded with property taxes. He will discuss how the district protects more than 93 million square feet of homes, businesses and other structures within its 42square-mile service area.

Traders Café and Emporium: Lunch Outing on Sanibel

Thursday, August 12 10:30 a.m. Island pickup 10:40 a.m. Woodlands pickup 10:50 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 1:30 p.m. Approximate return Cost: $6.00 (lunch on your own) Traders restaurant epitomizes the island lifestyle with its relaxed atmosphere, wonderful food, and excellent service. It is worth going over the bridge just to have their fresh homemade bread with delicious herbed dipping oil! There will be time to browse in their huge gallery-style gift shop too. So grab a friend or two and sign up for a lunch outing you will all enjoy.

Love Boat Ice Creamery

Friday, August 13 2:30 p.m. Island pickup 2:40 p.m. Woodlands pickup 2:50 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 4:30 p.m. Approximate return Cost: $2.00 (ice cream on your own) Yum! Hop on the bus for an afternoon jaunt to the Love Boat Ice Cream shop. This short but sweet trip will be just what you need to cool

down on a hot summer day.

Saturday DVD: Did You Hear About the Morgans? (2009)

Saturday, August 14 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL Hugh Grant and Sarah Jessica Parker star in this delightful comedy about finding love in the most unexpected places. Two successful New Yorkers, Paul and Meryl, are at their wits’ ends with repairing their strained marriage. But when they become the only witnesses to a brutal murder, the police hide them away in Wyoming… together. Now these die-hard city dwellers will have to survive the weather, bears, fresh air, and forced time with one another if they want to make it out alive.

Nomiki’s Plakka and Greek Market

Tuesday, August 17 4:30 p.m. Island pickup 4:40 p.m. Woodlands pickup 4:50 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 8:00 p.m. Approximate return Cost: $7.00 (dinner on your own) Reviews say that Nomiki’s Plakka authentic Greek food rivals anything served at the sponge docks in Tarpon Springs. That sounds worth investigating since Nomiki’s is right here in Fort Myers. Diners can create their own “Greek Platter” choosing from old favorites for $13.95 or select any of the wonderful entrees priced from $6.95 to $16.00. Bring your Shell Point passport book to get the Greek stamp and continue along your journey through the Passport to the World program.

Creative Theater Workshop Showcase

Thursday, August 19 2:15 p.m. Social Center/IS Young, talented artists are back to perform familiar Broadway tunes. This well-known group continues to grow into one of the most successful theater companies in Southwest Florida. You won’t want to miss this afternoon of entertainment.

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HAPPENINGS PLACES

TO GO,

Broadway Classics: A Musical Review at Cultural Park Theatre

MEET, & THINGS

Monday, August 23 2:00 p.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL No event in the ancient world compared to the Olympic Games. With Greek culture and influence at their height, the Games drew an audience of tens of thousands. At the heart of this 110 minute documentary is an ambitious reconstruction of major events, from chariot racing to combat sports involving stunt men, horse wranglers, 40 young athletes, and hundreds of extras.

Library Book Talk

Tuesday, August 24 2:15 p.m. Social Center/IS Mandy Johnson (Rosemont) will be discussing Michael Grunwald’s The Swamp at the August Book Talk. Subtitled The Everglades, Florida and the Politics of Paradise, the book is a fascinating account of the past, present, and future of this natural wonderland so near to Shell Point.

Muscle Cars or Shopping Carts: One Bus-Two Fun Punta Gorda Excursions

— Wilbur Wright

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Thursday, August 26 8:30 a.m. Island pickup 8:40 a.m. Woodlands pickup 8:50 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 3:30 p.m. Approximate return Cost: $25.00 or $13.00 (two choices) Choice #1 Muscle Car Museum-Cost: $25.00 (includes admission, food on your own). Treworgy’s Muscle Car City features nearly 200 automobiles of every era dating back to the 1920s. As per its name, the museum’s major focus is on the “muscle cars” of the mid 60s to early 70s that revved up the imaginations of teens and young adults all over America. The museum includes a 60s diner-style café, as well as a memorabilia gift shop. Choice #2 Fisherman’s Village Shopping Outing- Cost: $13.00 (food on your own). Fisherman’s Village is located as part of a wharf on Charlotte Harbor and it is chock full of boutique shopping and quaint art gallery browsing. You can enjoy lunch overlooking the harbor at the Captain’s Table, go more casual at Hurricane Harry’s, or grab a quick snack as you shop. The Choice is Yours. The fees are different for the two choices so please be sure to make your choice clear during registration. The stay at Muscle Car City will be 3 hours but the bus will run a shuttle to Fisherman’s Village at the half-way point for those wanting to experience both Punta Gorda excursions (no extra fee for taking the shuttle).

It is possible to fly without motors, but not without knowledge and skill.

Historic Burroughs Home Tour with Lunch

Friday, August 20 6:30 p.m. Island pickup 6:40 p.m. Woodlands pickup 6:50 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 10:45 p.m. Approximate return Cost: $18.00 Enjoy an evening listening to many of your favorite Broadway tunes performed by the cast of the Cultural Park community theater troop. This trip will surely bring a smile to your face and warmth to your heart.

DVD: The Real Olympics

PEOPLE

Friday, August 27 9:30 a.m. Island pickup 9:40 a.m. Woodlands pickup 9:50 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 2:30 p.m. Approximate return Cost: $27.00 (includes lunch) This trip takes you downtown for a tour of the historic Burroughs Home including knowledge about the history of early Fort Myers. Lunch will be served at the Burroughs Home. Residents registering for this trip will be sent a menu from which to make lunch selections prior to the departure date. Sign up requested by August 20.

Beach Day

Monday, August 30 8:30 a.m. Island pickup 8:40 a.m. Woodlands pickup 8:50 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 3:00 p.m. Approximate return Cost: $15.00 (ice cream on your own) A favorite outing for many residents, beach day gets us all out in the sun, shade, and surf! The group will head to Delnor Wiggins Pass State Park for fun, food, and frolic. A picnic lunch will be served and a traditional stop for ice cream will be included on the trip back to Shell Point.

Movie Night: The Heiress (1949) Monday, August 30 6:45 p.m. Social Center/IS Academy Award-winner Olivia De Havilland and Montgomery Clift light up the screen in this spellbinding drama. De Havilland is Catherine Sloper, an aristocratic young woman living under the scrutiny of her malevolent father. When a handsome but penniless suitor proposes, her father believes he could only be after her vast estate and threatens disinheritance. Can she be rich in both love and money? The Heiress is truly a masterpiece of love, deception, and betrayal!

Special event bus will be running

Sign-up required for this activity. Call Island (454-2282) or Woodlands (454-2054)

Save the DateS Mark you calendars! Shell Point is preparing for an exciting season full of special events and annual gatherings. To help you plan activity group events, court parties, and family gatherings, we have produced a Save the Date Calendar. The list below is what is happening around Shell Point for the rest of the year. In January, Shell Point Life will reveal what is planned for 2011. However, stop by either service desk or log onto www.shellpoint.net for a complete list of events from the 2010 Shell Point Singers Fall Concert to the 2011 Variety Show. October 10/12 Shell Point Singers’ Fall Concert 10/19 Pavilion Auxiliary Benefit Event: Naples Opera November 11/5 – 11/6 Resident Craft Bazaar

Walking up and down stairs

Walking required

Boating attire

11/5 – 11/7 World Focus Weekend/Village Church 11/8 – 11/13 Resident Life Signature Event 11/9 Concert: International Chamber Soloists 11/12 Legacy Foundation Golf Tournament Fundraiser 11/14 Season of Praise: Ballet Magnificat 11/16 Auxiliary Benefit Academy Guest: Gail Sheehy 11/18 Concerts & Conversations: Thomas Pandolf December 12/2 Holiday Tree Lighting and Shell Point Singers 12/8 Shell Point Gift Shop Christmas Party 12/9 SPOT Christmas Show 12/11 – 12/12 Season of Praise: Christmas Concert 12/14 Concert: The King’s Singers A complete list 12/20 Holiday Sounds of 2010-2011 calendar 12/25 Christmas Cantata dates is available at either service desk. 12/31 New Year’s Eve Dance

Mark Your Calendar The following activities are planned by a variety of groups. All Shell Point residents are welcome to attend. Check your current Weekly Reminder, or watch SPTV for locations and/or changes.

Sunday 9:00 Christian Life Studies (WDL) 9:15 Christian Life Studies (IS) 10:15 Morning Worship 1:15 Mixed Golf League 6:15 Evening Worship

Monday 7:30 Round Robin Mixed Doubles Tennis 9:15 Billiards 9:15 Pottery 9:15 Shuffleboard 10:15 Virtual Bowling 10:30 Disciple Men’s Bible Study 10:45 Beginner’s Table Tennis 12:00 Mah-Jongg (Sabal Room/WDL) 1:15 Scrabble 1:15 Table Tennis 1:15 Tone Chimes 2:00 Bead Club 3:15 Virtual Golf 4:30 Bourne Jewelers 6:45 Duplicate Bridge

Tuesday 8:00 Round Robin Men’s Doubles Tennis 8:00 Women’s Golf League

8:15 Stamp Project (Stamp Room/IS) 9:15 Open Painting Group 10:15 Through The Bible 12:50 Mixed Progressive Pairs’ Bridge 1:15 The Rollicking Recorderists 1:15 Knitters Group 3:15 Virtual Tennis 6:45 Hymn Sing (Aug 3)

Wednesday 7:30 Round Robin Mixed Doubles Tennis 9:00 Geraci Travel 9:00 Watercolor Group 9:45 Women’s Bible Study 10:15 Model Yacht Club (Commons Lake) 1:00 Chess 2:30 Jazz ‘N Stuff (August 18, 25) 3:00 Bible Study (King’s Crown/IS) 5:45 Village Church Choir Rehearsal 7:15 Prayer & Praise

Thursday 8:00 Men’s Golf League 8:00 Round Robin Men’s Doubles Tennis 9:00 Paddlers’ Club/IS 9:30 Current Events

1:15 Mah-Jongg (Library Lounge/IS) 4:00 Seamstress 7:00 Trailblazers Bible Study

Friday 7:30 Round Robin Mixed Doubles Tennis 8:00 Intrepid Bike Riders (Aug 13, 27) 8:15 Stamp Project (Stamp Room/IS) 8:30 Shell Point Market Place 10:00 Genealogy (Aug 13) 10:15 Inquiring Minds 12:50 Mixed Progressive Bridge 1:15 Quilters 1:15 Table Tennis 1:30 Vespers (Arbor/WDL) 2:00 Euchre 2:45 Vespers (King’s Crown/IS) 6:45 Game Night

Saturday 8:00 Adopt-a-Road (Aug 21) 8:00 Round Robin Men’s Doubles Tennis 9:45 Duplicate Bridge – Supervised Play 10:15 Model Yacht Club (Commons Lake) 1:00 Chess 6:45 Duplicate Bridge

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resident updates To correct a listing in the resident roster, contact Gene McGonigle, Resort Services Coordinator, at 454-2282 or email: genemcgonigle@shellpoint.org

Welcome New Residents Betty J. Fint of Fort Myers, FL, to 1006 Cellana 482-8804 John L. & Mary E. Hirsch of Estero, FL, to 16016 On Par Blvd. 466-0116 C. Richard & Arly J. Paulson of Sanibel, FL, to 10109 Rosemont George H. & Patricia A. Waters of Sanibel, FL, to 15571 Shell Point Blvd. 332-2165

Transfer of Apartment Bruce A. Findley of 14671 Fair Havens Rd. to 1401 Sundial 432-9185 Emily W. Houston of 1612 King’s Crown to Larsen Pavilion Emily A. Kletzien of 545 Periwinkle to 1401 Sundial 432-9185 George Kratsios of 10403 Rosemont to Larsen Pavilion

Chaplain Thomas N. Pettus of 2624 King’s Crown to Larsen Pavilion Pauline A. Schiller of 2622 King’s Crown to Larsen Pavilion Rev. Dahl B. Seckinger of 1908 Lucina to Larsen Pavilion Robert & Jean Silva of 148 Macoma to 8430 Arbor Dorothy T. Smith of 8112 Arbor to 8207 Arbor Rosalys M. Tyler of 445 Royal Bonnet to Larsen Pavilion Dorothy B. Ulman of 8312 Arbor to Larsen Pavilion John C. Watson of 949 Sand Dollar to Larsen Pavilion Elwood R. Wilson of 12110 Lakewood to 2607/2608 Kings Crown

Roster Updates Rev. James & Ruth Riccitelli of 1007 Cellana - new phone # 322-7661

Fun-loving residents Yvonne Schneff (Royal Bonnet) and Bud Smith (Parkwood) put the “stuff” in Jazz ’N Stuff with an entertaining performance of “Hey Good Lookin.’”

support groups Cancer Support Program 1-on-1 mentoring The goal of this resident-led program is to establish group mentoring connections between newly diagnosed cancer patients and cancer survivors. Contact Barbara Maruchi (Lakewood) at 433–9488.

Cancer Support Group

residents deal with issues of being a caregiver for someone with a memory disorder. The resident with a memory disorder may be cared for in Independent Living, Assisted Living, or Skilled Nursing. Contact Mardee Lader at 415-5435.

Friday, August 6, at 1:00 p.m. Social Center/IS Both insulin and non-insulin diabetics are encouraged to attend this meeting. Each monthly meeting covers a different topic and includes open discussion.

Caregiver Support Group Therapy

Healing Journey will be on summer break until September. However, please feel free to contact Dotty Morrison (Cellana) at 337-4015 if you or someone you know needs support in the area of grief.

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The purpose of this group is to bring awareness and support to those dealing with the challenges of Sleep Apnea. Contact Larry Chrouch (Eagles Preserve) at 481-7188.

Parkinson’s Support Group Diabetes Group Appointment

Wednesday, August 4, at 1:15 p.m. Social Center/ IS Ladies and gentleman are encouraged to attend the resident-led Cancer Support Group. The intent is for a meaningful and uplifting session. Contact Barbara Maruchi (Lakewood) at 433-9488 or Reta Ariss (Turban) at 433-4139.

Tuesdays, August 10 & 31, at 10:30 a.m. 2nd Floor Med Ctr Conference Rm/IS This therapeutic group is aimed at helping

Masked Marvels Sleep Apnea

Healing Journey Grief Support

Monday, August 2, at 10:15 a.m. Village Church Hospitality Room/IS This group provides support to Parkinson’s patients, as well as their family and friends. Contact Janine Hammond, case manager, at 454-2186.

The Shield Caregivers’ Support Group Thursday, August 26, at 1:45 p.m. Village Church Hospitality Room/IS This resident-led group is an informal gathering that offers fellowship, encouragement, and spiritual reliance for all caregivers. If you have questions, please call 482-8633 for more information.

August Events LARSEN PAVILION Mon ....2 ......Sing Along with Dot (2AR) ............................10:00 a.m. Mon ....2 ......Music Trio (3AR)................................................10:15a.m. Tue ......3 ......Ruth Rodgers, Piano ..........................................10:00 a.m. Thu......5 ......RC Meeting (3AR)............................................10:00 a.m. Thu......5 ......Residents Birthday Party (2/3AR) ......................2:30 p.m. Mon ....9 ......Sing Along with Dot (2AR) ............................10:00 a.m. Tue......10 ....Ruth Rodgers, Piano (3AR) ..............................10:00 a.m. Thu ....12 ....Music by Don Smedile (2AR) ..........................10:00 a.m. Sat ......14 ....Tom Cannon, Piano (3AR) ................................1:30 p.m. Mon....16 ....Music Trio (3AR) ..........................................10:15 a.m. Mon....16 ....Sing Along with Dot (2AR) ............................10:00 a.m. Tue......17 ....Ruth Rodgers, Piano (3AR) ..............................10:00 a.m. Thu ....19 ....Greek Dinner (Main Dining Room) ..................4:00 p.m. Mon....23 ....Sing Along with Dot (2AR) ............................10:00 a.m. Tue......24 ....Ruth Rodgers, Piano (3AR) ..............................10:00 a.m. Wed....25 ....J&B Duo, Music Variety (3AR)..........................2:30 p.m. Mon....30 ....Sing Along with Dot (2AR) ............................10:00 a.m. Tue......31 ....Ruth Rodgers, Piano (3AR) ..............................10:00 a.m.

In Loving Memory Katherine Lee (June 4) Joanna S. Bach (June 8) Doris B. Mohrbacher (June 13) David P. Brannin (June 14) James E. Naylor (June 14) Thomas Victor Thomas (June 15) Kathryn M. Negley (June 16) Doris Sanders (June 18) Dr. Richard A. Smith (June 24) Violet Salatin (June 25) Virginia M. Mork (June 26) Dr. Oscar R. Kruesi (June 27) Warren F. Goodell (June 28) Jean M. Thomas (June 28)

THE ARBOR Mon....2 ....Documentary: The Forgotten Woman (CMR) Reservations required call 225-2922 .......... 1:30 p.m. Tue ....3 ....Movie: The Lost Fleet of Guadalcanal (1SR) ..........10:00 a.m. Tue ....3 ....Birthday party w/Vicki Lei-keyboard (CMR)..........3:00 p.m. Wed ..4 ....Gift Shop Card Sales (1FL) ....................................11:45 a.m. Thu ....5 ....DVD Lecture: History of Impressionism (1SR) ........1:00 p.m. Thu ....5 ....Men’s Pizza & Movie (1CK)(1SR)..........................4:00 p.m. Fri ......6 ....Arbor/KC Passport lunch: Plaka II (1FL) ..............11:00 a.m. Mon ..9 ....Let’s Sing Praise w/Graham Milligan (CMR) ........3:00 p.m. Tue....10 ....Arbor Word Antics (1CK) ....................................10:00 a.m. Thu ..12 ....DVD Lecture: History of Impressionism (1SR) ........1:00 p.m. Thu ..12 ....Carol Ann Ormes presents: The Delightful World of Hermit Crabs! (CMR)..................................3:00 p.m. Fri......13 ....Passport Movie: My Big Fat Greek Wedding (1SR)..7:00 p.m. Sat ....14 ....Passport Movie: My Big Fat Greek Wedding (1SR)..7:00 p.m. Tue....17 ....Mid-Morning Movie: The Bermuda Triangle (1SR)10:00 a.m. Tue....17 ....Tune Toppers-trio (CMR) ........................................2:00 p.m. Thu ..19 ....DVD Lecture: History of Impressionism (1SR) ........1:00 p.m. Thu ..19 ....Ladies’ Pizza & Movie (1CK)(1SR) ........................4:00 p.m. Mon ..23 ....Arbor/KC Passport lunch: Red Lobster (1FL) ......10:45 a.m. Tue....24 ....Arbor Word Antics (1CK) ....................................10:00 a.m. Tue....24 ....Sing Along With Randy (CMR) ............................1:00 p.m. Wed ..25 ....Fiddlin’ Bill (CMR) ..................................................3:00 p.m. Thu ..26 ....DVD Lecture: History of Impressionism (1SR) ......1:00 p.m. Thu ..26 ....Couples’ Date Night (1CK)(1SR) ..........................4:00 p.m. Fri......27 ....Janet Medina presents a demonstration of Skype (CMR)..............................................10:30 a.m. Tue....31 ....Mid-Day Movie: Wonders of Nature (1SR)..............1:00 p.m. Tue....31 ....Mid-Day Movie: Wonders of Nature (1SR)..............3:00 p.m.

KING’S CROWN Mon....2 ....Shopping Trip to Wal-Mart (L) ............................ 9:00 a.m. Mon....2 ....Movie: Zorba The Greek Movie (SCR) ................ 1:30 p.m. Wed ....4 ....Celebrate August Birthdays w/ Vicki Lei (COM) 1:00 p.m. Thu ....5 ....Greek Dinner Buffet at the Parthenon (DR) ......4-6:00 p.m. Fri ......6 ....Shell Point Card Sale (GS) .................................. 11:00 a.m. Fri ......6 ....Lunch Trip w/ The Arbor- Plaka II (L) ................ 10:45 a.m. Fri ...... 6 ....Shell Point Card Sale (GS) .................................. 11:30 a.m. Sat ......7 ....Leslie Gregory, harpist (DR) ................................ 12:00 p.m. Sat ......7 ....Guest Speaker Ginny Shrivastava: Women’s Rights in India. Reservations required call 454-2219 1:30 p.m. Mon....9 ....Let’s Sing Praise (COM) ........................................ 1:00 p.m. Fri ......13....Ol’Time Favorites Jazz Duo (COM) ...................... 1:15 p.m. Sat ....14....Tom Cannon, entertainer (COM) ........................ 3:00 p.m. Mon ..16....Movie: My Big Fat Greek Wedding (SCR) ............ 2:00 p.m. Tue ....17....Food Advisory (DR) .............................................. 2:30 p.m. Fri ......20....Oldies but Goodies w/ The Tune Toppers (COM) 1:00 p.m. Mon ..23....Lunch Trip w/ The Arbor- Red Lobster (L) ..........10:30 a.m. Wed ..25....Greek Gyro Dinner Special (DR)* ......................4-6:00 p.m. Thu....26....Skype Demonstration-King’s Crown Library ...... 10:00 a.m. Thu....26....Laugh at the Movies w/ Doris Day & Root Beer Floats (COM) ...................................... 2:00 p.m. Mon ..30....Documentary Movie:Travel To Greece (SCR) ...... 2:00 p.m. Shell Point Life | August 2010

WOMEN’S MINISTRIES

There and Back Again: A Testimony from South America One spring day forty years ago, a young couple arrived in Guadalajara, Mexico, and began studying the Spanish language. Through the heat and frustrations of learning a new language, they persevered, keeping their eyes on the goal ahead of them – working as missionaries in the country of Ecuador. Mike and Carol Welty began their life together when they met and married at Nyack College. They worked together in the Rescue Home Children’s Chapel in Lima, Ohio, as well as the Lima Alliance Church. After prayerful consideration they headed to Mexico to prepare for the next season in their lives. After completing their training in Guadalajara, Mike and Carol moved to the highlands in Ecuador and witnessed God working among the Quechua Indians who had long been resistant to the message of a loving God. During their thirty-nine years in Ecuador, the Welty’s

The C&MA has had missionaries in Ecuador for 112 years. At the end of June 2009 during a wonderful celebration, the torch passed from the Welty’s and other C&MA missionaries and into the hands of the Ecuadorian National Church. The Ecuadorian National Church is Carol Welty will speak now tasked with carrying out about her interesting missions work among their own missions experience in people. The vision for reaching Ecuador on August 18 at 10:15 a.m. in the the nations has traveled full cirHospitality Room. cle as Ecuadorians have commissioned missionaries of their own and have laid out plans for future outreach growth. Carol Welty will share about her experiences during her “lifetime of service” when she speaks at the Village Church Women’s Ministries Global Outreach program on Wednesday, August 18, at 10:15 a.m., in the Hospitality Room at The Village Church. Refreshments will be served and all are Ecaudor is located to the north of Peru, invited to attend. and its populated capital city is Quito.

work varied from planting churches in the mountain areas, teaching at the Alliance Bible Seminary in Guayaquil, and starting another seminary in Quito. Mike also served as field director for twenty years, giving leadership to the team of Alliance missionaries. Carol moved into a leadership role in Christian Education and mentored women, particularly pastor’s wives, for many years. The Weltys raised four children while in Ecuador.

Inspirational Role Model to Speak about Women’s Rights in India Special events to be held at The Arbor and King’s Crown India is not a country for old women. There are 45 million widows whose lives have been shunned from society for the mere reason of losing their husbands. Only recently have moves been taken by the Indian government and by private advocates for the welfare King’s Crown is proud to of women shunned by their host this inspirational role communities. One of these model who has become a shepactivists is Dr. Ginny herd for women cast off by their Shrivastava, a Nobel Peace families and communities. Prize nominee. Her work has These special events are open helped more than 20,000 Dr. Ginny Shrivastava, a Nobel Peace to all Shell Point resiwomen find economic independence, Prize nominee and women’s advocate in dents; however, seating India will visit Shell Point and give a is limited. See the box jobs, educational presentation on August 7 at 1:30 p.m. to the right for details training, and the moral support needed to attain dignity, self- on how to reserve your space for the docusufficiency, and basic human rights. mentary or Ginny’s personal presentation.

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View the Documentary: The Forgotten Woman Monday, August 2 • 2:30 p.m. Arbor Community Room Due to limited seating, reservations are required. Call Rachael Dula at 225-2922.

Meet Dr. Ginny Shrivastava and Hear Her Remarkable Story Saturday, August 7 • 1:30 p.m. King’s Crown Dining Room Due to limited seating, reservations are required. Call Inga Bredahl at 454-2219.

For the Joy of Singing There are more benefits to singing than just a song “Singing is a noble art and a good exercise,” wrote theologian Martin Luther in the December 1538 issue of Table Talk. “It has nothing to do with worldly affairs, with the strife of the marketplace and the rivalries of the court. The singer fears no evil; he forgets all worry and is happy.” What other activity can you do that is more enjoyable than singing your favorite songs, whether they be sacred or secular, contemporary or nostalgic? It makes no difference what genre you sing, just as long as you sing. The contemporary issues of life certainly require careful Randy Woods thought and resolution. Perhaps singing may be the means to nurture ideas, energize convictions, and provide inspiration to march on through the journey of life. There are two unique singing opportunities in our community for everyone to consider: the Shell Point Singers and The Village Church Choir. Both are directed by Randy Woods, Minister of Worship and Music at The Village Church. Shell Point Singers

The Shell Point Singers is the community choir, which provides a healthy singing

The Shell Point Singers perform an annual Christmas concert including traditional carols.

experience that gives residents the opportunity to share their time and talents. This season, the Shell Point Singers will present a fall concert featuring folk songs from around the world. The musicological journey will continue with a Christmas Concert featuring traditional carols from various countries. Finally, a spring concert will showcase the great choral music of the Master Composers. The Shell Point Singers resume weekly rehearsals beginning on Monday, August 16, at 3:15 p.m. All residents who are interested in singing are welcome to join. Register by attending the rehearsals on stage in the auditorium at The Village Church. There is a $10 registration fee which simply covers the cost of music. The Village Church Choir

Weekly rehearsals will resume for The Village Church Choir on Wednesday, August 11, at 5:45 p.m. This choir sings the best of traditional and contemporary sacred music as it regularly shares in the Worship Services, Holiday Services, and participates in special concerts with guest artists. This season, The Village Church Choir will be singing with a 25+ piece orchestra, consisting of

members of the Southwest Florida Symphony and some of our own resident instrumentalists. The choir will also join with others, such as The National Christian Choir under the direction of Dr. Harry

Village Church choir sings during the morning service each Sunday.

Causey, guest musicians Ron and Gary Matthews, and many more. It’s always good to welcome new singers to share in the joy of music. Do not hesitate to join the Shell Point Singers and/or The Village Church Choir this season; there are more benefits to singing than just a song. Don’t worry, be happy! Come sing through the joys of life.

Shell Point Life | August 2010

Shell Point Celebrates America Live! Fourth of July Festivities Bring Out 800 Residents The Village Church was a sea of red, white, and blue as more than 800 residents proudly wore our nation’s colors at the Fourth of July celebration. Apple pie and ice cream were served by Shell Point employees from several departments. Everyone welcomed the traditional treat and enjoyed themselves while catching up with friends and watching American scenery on the big screens. Throughout the event, director of resident life, Dawn Boren and resort services manager Mary Franklin gave out door prizes.

Dawn reflected on the event with a smile, “It is always nice to see so many residents gathering in celebration. To feel the American pride in the auditorium was just inspiring. Shell Point is a great place!” After the apple pie and ice cream, everyone enjoyed an energetic and emotional performance by the Randy Estelle Band. The group of performers, including 14 soloists and a complete band, is from Bradenton, Florida. A few of the traditional melodies performed included Yankee Doodle Dandy, God Bless the

USA, and America the Beautiful. There was even a unique rendition of He Is Exalted played with a Flamenco twist! The band wrapped up the event with the very patriotic and moving Battle Hymn of the Republic. Resident Colleen Curry (Cameo) had a lot of excitement to share. “Everything was well organized and everyone was smiling! It was very nice and patriotic and we were able to share our American pride.”

Teri Kollath, Pat Sullivan (Tellidora), Bette Dunnett (Tellidora) Mary and Ted Boynton (Macoma)

Dave Onan and Joan Perry (Harbor Court) Peggy Richmond (Sand Dollar) Ann Hamilton (Parkwood) Pastor Ken and Elaine Nesselroade Pianist Randy Estelle and a group of singers impressed the audience with renditions of popular patriotic songs.

Martha Grant (Cellana)

Natalie Gudeman (Cameo)

Residents proudly wore our nation’s colors at the Fourth of July celebration

Willie Demarest (Coquina) Henry and Eleanor Larsen (Oakmont)