Shell Point Life April 2012 by Shell Point Retirement Community

April 2012 Vol. 7 Issue 4

COWBOY AMONG US

FORMER CATTLEMAN & CITRUS GROWER TELLS IT LIKE IT WAS

FASHION & FARMING

For God so loved the world that he gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.

By Rochelle Cherniawski, Editor (JOHN 3:16 NIV)

I'm still in disbelief that the annual Shell Point Fashion Show has come and gone. We spend so much time planning and preparing for events that it’s almost bittersweet when they’re over. Fortunately, we can still revisit our favorite moments here in Shell Point Life. The recap of the Brighten the Day and Light Up the Night fashion show is on page 26. As we prepared for the fashion show, and admired all of the new trends and styles found throughout the Bell Tower Shops, we began to wonder about fashion for the face. Yes, eyeglasses. If the eyes are the window to the soul, would that make eyeglasses the window to the window to the soul? That’s a heavy load for eyeglasses to bear! For many people, their eyewear serves more than the obvious purpose of improving their vision – they act as an accessory to their wardrobe. With that, we wanted to see how a simple change of frames could transform someone's appearance. So, we enlisted the help of resident volunteers and headed to the Elmquist Eye Group office to take a look. The results are

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on pages 16 and 17. Almost all of the resident feature stories you see in Shell Point Life originated as story ideas passed along by family members, friends, neighbors, and staff. And it seems that once we start investigating a story lead, more related stories pop up. Recently, someone told us about a woman named Jane Hanks (Junonia) who loved living the life of a farmer’s wife. We fell in love with the 93-year-old’s energy and charm and I think you will too. Her story begins on page 10. Shortly after getting to know Jane, we learned about Gene Felton (King’s Crown), who had a successful 40-year career as a cattleman and citrus grower. Turn to page 4 to read about how this true cowboy went from testing custom cow feed to herding cattle with a helicopter. If you have an interesting neighbor, spouse, family member, or friend that you think should be featured in a future issue of Shell Point Life, please don’t hesitate to let me know. My contact information is listed to the right of this column. I look forward to hearing from you!

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Shell Point Life is published monthly for the residents of Shell Point Retirement Community. AVP of Communications Lynn Schneider Editor Rochelle Cherniawski Art Director Rich Cerrina Senior Graphic Designer Wendy Iverson Graphic Designer Kathy Grove Contributors Mary Franklin, Teri Kollath, Robyn Church, Bev Chandley, Melody Desilets, Randy Woods, Tim Stephenson, Inga Bredahl, Jessica Clark, Glenda Stephenson, Dawn Boren, Sarah Nadal, Peggy Holton, Sharon Bermel, and Susan Uhleman Do you have story ideas or photos to share? Contact Rochelle Cherniawski, editor, by calling 239-454-2055 or e-mail: rochellecherniawski@shellpoint.org. Back Issues Available Online Is there an issue of one of the magazines that you just have to have? Was your friend or family member seen in a recent issue but you lost it? You can find the current issue as well as the back issues of the magazine at www.shellpoint.net/spl/splife.htm

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Gene Felton of King’s Crown is an eternal cowboy. Stories from his 40-year career in the agricultural industry begin on page 4.

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Easter Dining at Shell Point

Sunday, April 8

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The Hospitality Services Department has a variety of dining choices available on Easter Sunday, including the option of ordering a “family feast” to carry out and serve in the comfort of your own home.

Island Café The Island Café staff looks forward to seeing you bright and early on Easter morning. Choose from fresh baked pastries and a cup of coffee or a complete breakfast cooked to order from the grill. The Café is also the perfect place to stop for a light lunch or snack if you plan to have your Easter dinner later in the day. The Island Café is open from 7 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Easter, and you can dine in or carry out.

Crystal Room An extensive Easter brunch buffet will be offered in the Crystal Room from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Start out your brunch with an omelet made to order, eggs Benedict, stuffed French toast, and fresh baked pastries, or go directly to the handcarved meat station for lamb or prime rib. Other menu options will include baked ham with pineapple sauce, salmon with lemon caper sauce, vegetable medley, peas

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with pearl onions, whipped potatoes, and candied sweet potatoes. The extensive Crystal salad bar, fresh baked breads and rolls, and a wide array of desserts are all included in the price of $22.95 per person. Seating in the Crystal Room is based on the availability of tables.

Palm Grill The Palm Grill will be featuring a special Easter dinner served from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. Start off your meal with an ice-cold Gulf shrimp cocktail or mushroom and brie cheese bisque. For the main course, choose from the popular filet mignon, Chilean sea bass, baked ham, lamb chops, or Atlantic salmon. Entrée prices range from $21.95 to $25.95. Be sure to save room for one of Chef Todd’s homemade desserts. For a relaxing sit down Easter dinner, plan on visiting the Palm Grill. The Palm Grill does not accept reservations but call-ahead seating is available by calling 454-2059 on Easter Sunday.

Family Feast An Easter “Family Feast” is offered from the Crystal Room. If you would like to have a traditional Easter meal prepared

for you and ready to serve in your own home, this is the perfect option for you. The feast includes a choice of baked ham with pineapple sauce, candied sweet potatoes, vegetable medley, and dinner rolls; or a whole roasted turkey with dressing, whipped potatoes, vegetable medley, gravy, cranberry sauce, and dinner rolls for $54.95. Each complete feast will serve six people. You may also purchase a lemon meringue pie or coconut cake in addition to all of the other menu items. Orders must be placed by noon on Wednesday, April 4, and will be ready for pickup at the Social Center between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Easter Sunday. Call 454-2199 or stop in to the Crystal Room to place your order.

Easter Sunday Dining Hours: Island Café: 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. Crystal Room: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Palm Grill: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

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After a 40-year career in the farming industry, Gene Felton (King’s Crown) has collected countless memories of herding cattle and managing citrus groves. The eternal cowboy fondly shares stories of his days on the fields with a sense of humble enthusiasm. Gene Felton (King’s Crown) was born in Bartow, Florida, and grew to be an athletic child. The sports in which he participated were the usual: baseball, football, tennis, golf, and hunting, to name a few. After high school, Gene’s father told him that he wasn’t going to dictate what he needed to become in life – that 4

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was for him to decide – but he had to go to college. So he chose to attend the University of Florida, mainly because his friends attended and his father was an alumnus. Gene began by taking general education courses, but decided during his sophomore year to pursue an agricultural degree and specialize in animal science and horticulture.

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THE CALL OF DESTINY After graduation, Gene’s first job was teaching animal science at the University of Florida. He went on to work for two years at the State of Florida Agricultural Experiment Station, where he implemented rotational grazing programs. During this time, he worked on his master’s degree, concentrating on testing citrus byproducts for use as cattle feed. One day while Gene was working at the Range Cattle Experiment Station in Ona, Florida, a man from Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Company came by to ask him if he would be interested in replacing one of their employees who had recently gone into the armed services. Gene recalled, “I think he had been asking for references at the University of Florida and someone mentioned me. When he came to see me and offered me the job, I was immediately interested in the position – especially because of the dollars and cents! The salary was equal to or above that of the PhDs working at the Experiment Station. At the time, I didn’t have any interest in pursuing a higher degree, so I jumped at the opportunity to work at the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Company.” Gene accepted the position of animal husbandman and began attending all the cattle shows and bull sales. He also assisted in accepting bids during auctions and selling primarily pure-bred breeding cattle.

Shortly after graduating from the University of Florida, Gene Felton went to work at the Range Cattle Experiment Station, where he implemented rotational grazing programs.

ALONG CAME ALICO After a few years on the job, a merger occurred between the two main railroads, Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Company and Seaboard Company. “It was a lengthy negotiation process,” Gene recalled. “Mainly

because Seaboard didn’t have any land to bring to the table.” In response to the problem of Seaboard not having land to offer, a subsidiary holding company known as Atlantic Land and Improvement Company (ALICO) was spun off to stock holders of the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Company. “Everyone that owned Atlantic Coast Line stock received a share of the ALICO stock,” said Gene. The merger of the two companies did not include the land of ALICO, which held strong assets of acreage in Florida, Georgia, and Alabama. The new railroad of the two combined companies became the Seaboard Coast Line Railroad. Mr. Ben Hill Griffin, Jr., director of the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Company, called

a meeting in New York for ALICO stock holders that provided an opportunity for him to buy sufficient stock and become the major stock holder. Mr. Griffin was successful in obtaining sufficient stock to gain control of ALICO. “He was a personal friend,” Gene shared. “We hunted, golfed, and fished together. He was a nice guy, a good fella.”

ROOM FOR GROWTH Thomas Rice, president of Atlantic Coast Line Railroad, promoted Gene to vice president of cattle and citrus. Gene relocated to LaBelle, where he built up 20,000 head of cattle and 12,000 acres of citrus. He instituted a feeding trial to determine if byproducts of citrus pulp could be used as cattle feed. “Citrus pulp combined with cottonseed meal added protein, Shell Point Life | April 2012

“I spent most of my time holding the steering wheel going back and forth between Florida and Georgia,” Gene recalled. “It was important to have a good team, because they were in charge of the programs I had outlined for them on a weekly basis. I handpicked my ranch foreman and my foreman of the grove, so we got along just fine. I also had a foreman of the grove in Polk County and an assistant to the feedlot operation in Georgia. They followed my outlines each week and would contact me if they had any problems.”

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and proved to be a good supplemental feed in winter to maintain the cattle,” related Gene. ALICO owned and operated a helicopter company for the primary use of spraying citrus groves. One of these helicopters was also used to drive cattle from the large native pastures to an open area adjacent to the cattle pens. While he could ride a horse to herd cattle, Gene preferred the use of a helicopter to round up the livestock. “I didn’t fly the helicopter, but I got to fly in it many times. It was unbelievable how the cattle would look up, see the copter, and quietly move around until we got them into the gate. Then we could just get out and close the gate and the cowboys on horseback would pen the cattle and prepare them for whatever came next.” In addition to overseeing the cattle, Gene was in charge of clearing land, planting, and caring for the citrus groves. “My time was spent about half and half between working with the cattle and working with the citrus. 8

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After being with ALICO for 40 years, Gene felt that he had done all he could do for the successful citrus and cattle operation, so he decided to retire. Gene and his beloved wife, Marjorie, were high school sweethearts and they were married for 60 wonderful years. “She was a fine woman to put up with me all those years,” Gene reflected. After Marjorie’s passing in 2008, Gene decided to move to Shell Point. He lived in Cellana for four years and recently transferred to King’s Crown. In his free time, Gene enjoys many activities. He recently participated in computer courses. “I learned just enough to get confused,” he said. “Next I’m considering taking a golf fitness workshop.” Gene also enjoys spending time with his two daughters and three grandchildren. They visit him at Shell Point and many residents know them by name. “You know,” he said, “Shell Point is the best of the best!”

ONCE A COWBOY, ALWAYS A COWBOY

ALICO purchased two plantations, spanning approximately 5,000 acres, in Quitman, Georgia. It had a clay-type soil that was ideally suited for the production of corn for grain and milo for silage, providing an opportunity for ALICO to own their cattle from conception to slaughter. This feedlot was owned and operated by ALICO for ten years.

Gene still enjoys reminiscing about his days as a cowboy. He found his work to be very challenging and rewarding. “At the end of many days, I felt like I had been rode hard and put up wet.” An award for “Cattleman of the Year 1987” from Florida Banker’s Association is displayed on his wall. “Oh, there are many more of those,” he commented. There are many more cowboy stories, too, which Gene shares eagerly with family and friends. And he certainly doesn’t mind being called a cowboy. He declared, “I am a cowboy!”

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Jane grew up in Greenwich, New York. After high school, she went to New York State College for Teachers in Albany, New York, majoring in library science. Jane’s future husband, Don, was in his junior year at Dartmouth when a mutual friend introduced them in 1939. In his senior year, as a student of the Amos Tuck School of Business and Finance at Dartmouth, Don began planning for his future and was offered a job with a Wall Street firm. At around the same time, health issues led his father to retire from his work on the family farm. But in order to do so, he either had to sell the farm or deed it to one of his three sons. After two of the sons refused, Don was faced with the choice of taking a job in New York City or keeping the family farm in Jane as a high Salem, New York. He discussed school senior his dilemma with Harry Wellman, a career counselor at Tuck. Harry said, “Don, you’re going to go to New York City and work just long enough to buy a farm, so why don’t you just go ahead and take over 10

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your father’s farm and plant raspberries and let Jane make lots of jam.” Don agreed. It was 1941 when he took over Big Green Farms – named after Dartmouth’s nickname “The Big Green.” At that time there were 14 head of cattle on the farm. Don and Jane were Proud parents Don and Jane pose with their three sons, Dean, married in 1943 and Peter, and Paul. The boys took over running the farm in 1980. went on to have three sons, Dean, Peter, and Paul. The farm was about to become a very Route 22 and Route 29. It was a wonderful busy place. place to display and sell. We would just set up a tent and people would come from miles around. It was very popular!” The farm also had a considerable poultry The primary focus of Big Green Farms enterprise. Generally, hay is stored up over the was dairy production. The family also enjoyed cows in the barn so the bales could be easily planting sweet corn, melons, and tomatoes dropped down by opening a trap door. When that they would sell from their farm each Continued next page August. “Our farm was at the junction of

Got Milk?

When When Jane Jane Hanks Hanks fell fell in in love love with with aa Business Business and and Finance Finance student student from from Dartmouth, Dartmouth, she she didn’t didn’t see see aa future future filled filled with with herds herds of of cattle cattle and and fields fields of of trillium. trillium. Yet, Yet, when when the the farmer’s farmer’s son son was was asked asked to to take take over over his his family’s family’s farm, farm, Jane Jane readily readily dedicated dedicated her her life life to to living living on on the the land land and and discovered discovered that that her her experience experience was was more more fulfilling fulfilling than than she she could could have have dreamed. dreamed.

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When Don took over the farm in 1941, there were 14 head of cattle. When he turned over the farm to his sons in 1980, there were more than 600 head of cattle.

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Don and Jane built a new barn, Don decided to house chickens on the second floor. “Eggs were worth a nickel a piece,” said Jane. “The chickens helped to pay for the barn. We started with 3,000 chickens and ended up with 7,000 laying hens!” By the late 50s, the Big Green Farms had the top dairy producing herd in Washington County; then, the highest production average in the state. In 1962, Ford Motor Company designated Don “the most efficient dairy farmer in the U.S.” Don chose to give the monetary portion of the award to the Salem Central School, stipulating that at graduation each June, a farm family student who made the most of their abilities would be given the award. The Donald Hanks Ford Award has now become a coveted prize at Salem Central School.

Big Green Farms was named after the nickname of Don’s alma mater – Dartmouth is known as Big Green.

Above: The Hanks family enjoyed setting up a road-side tent at the farm and selling fresh sweet corn, melons, and tomatoes.

filled with trillium. One day, while she and her friends were on a picnic, they counted 42 varieties of wildflowers growing in the woods. “At the height of the wildflower blossom, you couldn’t see the end of them. It was such a beautiful sight! Those woods were and are very important in my life.”

“Dum Vivimus Vivamus” “Don’s motto was ‘Dum Vivimus Vivamus,’” Jane said. “It translates to “While we live, let us enjoy life.” And enjoy life is exactly what they did! Jane’s time was spent wrapped up in a whirlwind of activities. In addition to raising three sons and serving on library boards, she was involved in decorative stenciling and served as a member of the Historical Society of Early American Decorators. She also enjoyed knitting, quilting, and making baskets from black ash trees that grew on their property. She had a vegetable garden and was particularly fond of her wildflower woods

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Jane’s fondest memories of the farm include the beautiful wildflower woods filled with trillium.

An avid tennis player from her youth, Jane still enjoyed tennis and had a tennis court built on the farm. Jane also enjoyed cooking. In fact, some of her meals came completely from the farm, including meat, potatoes, vegetables, milk, and even homemade ice cream!

Handing Over the Reins Jane and Don were very fortunate to be able to buy the adjoining farms on both sides of their farm. In doing so, they had three farm houses which the children made their family homes. In 1968, the farm was incorporated with Don, Jane, their three children – Dean, Peter, and Paul – and grandson as stockholders. In that same year, the farm was designated as a Century Farm, an honor designated to farms in New York State that have been family run for at least 100 years. The farm continued to grow. The barns were enlarged and upgraded with state-of-the-art equipment to accommodate the milking of 20 cows at once in the milking parlor. Jane recalled, “In 1980, Don told me that he thought the boys wanted to take over the farm.” Even though it was a total surprise to her, she agreed and they decided to retire. When they turned Big Green Farms, Inc. over to the boys, there were 450 milkers and more than 600 head of cattle.

Choosing Shell Point “When Don and I could leave the farm, we would spend a week in November and a week in March on Sanibel,” Jane said. “A friend who volunteered at Shell Point introduced us to the community.” One day, while considering a time when one of them would be living alone, Don asked Jane where a jazz band. Jane she would like to live. even made three After considerable drums for her grandthought, she replied, “I children in the Shell would like to live at Point pottery studio. Shell Point.” That was She attends a weekly Don’s choice too, and Bible study, an exerthe pair began calling cise class, swims every Shell Point “home” in day, plays bridge and 1995. Mahjong, and takes Don passed away in computer classes. 2000, and Jane has conEach Tuesday and tinued to lead a busy life Jane stays active with a variety of Wednesday night, at Shell Point. She said, activities at Shell Point. The 93-year-old she dines with friends “I am where I belong. I can often be found Nordic walking throughout the community. at the Crystal Room. have a feeling of being In November of 2011 she led a book blessed. I am a happy camper here.” In her free time, 93-year-old Jane review of The Dirty Life: On Farming, Food enjoys making pottery and playing drums in and Love. She also taught a class on how to

make a straw star – a craft that was featured in Life magazine in 1959. For the past few years, she has rung the bell during the holiday season for the Salvation Army. Jane is currently in the process of writing her memoirs. She explained, “I’m sharing the grit, and realizing that everything doesn’t happen in youth.” Reflecting on her days on the farm, Jane said, “Don didn’t plant raspberries, but I surely made a lot of jam. I was happy doing it for that guy! We lived each day close to nature and our daily blessing became: ‘Earth that gave us all this food, Sun that made it ripe and good. Dearest Earth, Dearest Sun, We don't forget what you have done!’”

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Annual Art Show & Sale Residents and Guests Enjoyed Impressive Array of Artistic Talents B

Goz Gosselin displayed delicate and intricate shell art creations.

Lessie Slater sold her beautiful, custom jewelry.

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Shell Point residents worked diligently all year to bring a new and exciting Art Show to the community, and it certainly was appreciated! With more than 1,300 attendees, including guests from nineteen different states and three provinces of Canada, the show proved to be a success with something for everyone. In addition to jewelry, pottery, woodwork and paintings, this year’s show also included photographs from talented residents. Patricia Eberhard (Eagles Preserve) and her husband, John, thoroughly enjoyed the show and were impressed with the new addition of the photographs. Patricia said, “We enjoyed talking with the various artists

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about their work. The photos were great!” The aptitude the residents express, as well as the eclectic mix of media they provide, is truly astounding. Artwork is meant to be enjoyed and inspiring, and that is exactly what residents and guests experienced at the Shell Point Art Show and Sale.

Bob Huelsebusch showed off wood carvings Pottery by Augusta Crane Above: Lynne Castellano, Margie Marcuson, and Art Show Chair Suzanne Bennett. Left: Lucy Skinner tries on a necklace and admires it in a shell-framed mirror.

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Sallie Rich and other Shell Point photographers displayed their photography.

Get Energized!

Getting Connected to Better Health is Easy with Health Connection The month of April brings a full range of energizing, educational, and motivational programs to The Health Connection. If you see something that piques your interest, don’t hesitate to get involved!

Specialty Classes The Lee County Community Tennis Association is bringing Quickstart Tennis to Shell Point. Quickstart Tennis is a less strenuous version of tennis played on a smaller court with lighter racquets and special, low compression balls. The Get in the game with program is designed for free lessons from those who want to Quick Start Tennis learn the game or want to get back into the game and would appreciate the smaller court and slower bounce of the ball. The three-session program is free and sign-up is required. The classes will take place April 11, 18, and 25 from 3:00 p.m. 4:30 p.m. each Wednesday at the Woodlands tennis courts. Tennis shoes are required. Pilates is always a popular class for those looking to work on their core strength and flexibility. This mat-based class focuses on the six Pilates principles: centering, control, flow, breath, precision, and concentration. Michelle Smith, fitness supervisor, teaches this class every Monday and Wednesday at 3:00 p.m. in The Island Health Club. There is no need to sign Gain core strength and flexibility through up for this 45-minute class. You may choose Pilates to pay as you go at $5 per class or pay for all six months and go all you want for $215.

Your Medical Community Dr. Tsai, M.D. Urologist, will present Think Outside the Pillbox – Minimal Invasive Treatments for BPH on Tuesday, April 10, at 10:00 a.m. in the Grand Cypress Room. He will address the condition of enlarged prostate, also known as Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). BPH is a noncancerous condition in which the prostate cells begin to increase in number. Although it is not known exactly what causes an enlarged prostate, it is a common condition generally affecting men over the age of 60. Breast Cancer – Risk Reduction, Early Detection, and New Diagnostic Imaging will take place on Thursday, April 26, at 3:30 p.m. in the Grand Cypress Room. Dr. David Rock, M.D. with Regional Breast Care, will be giving the presentation on the risks, detection, and diagnostic imaging of Breast Cancer.

Shell Point as Your Resource Shell Point has wonderful salon services. This month, esthetician Kendal Colosimo will give tips on taking care of your skin at home in a program called Skin: What Type are You? This hands-on class will leave you with fresh, clean skin. The class Learn about your takes place on April 2 at skin type with 9:00 a.m. in the Sabal esthetician Room at The Woodlands. Kendall Colosimo. Sign-up is required and the cost is $5. Attendees will receive a $5 coupon for a future facial and a $5 coupon good toward skin products sold at the Shell Point Salon & Spa. Stella Farwell (Tellidora) has a mission! She is spreading awareness about ovarian cancer through art. Attend this class to learn about Stella’s personal journey and how she is coping with this disease by using her artwork

Explore the benefits of reflexology from licensed massage therapist Marianne Dabinett.

as a release. Stella Farwell, Ovarian Cancer and Art will take place on Thursday, April 5, in the Grand Cypress Room at 2:00 p.m. What is Reflexology? Marianne Dabinett, licensed massage therapist and certified reflexologist, will instruct how to perform a reflexology massage on the hand. She will also talk about the history of reflexology. Not only will you have reference materials to take home with you, but you will also get a $5 coupon toward a Shell Point Salon massage. This class takes place on Tuesday, April 17, at 1:00 p.m. in the Oak Room.

Group Fitness Schedule Have you tried one of the 36 Group Exercise Classes offered throughout all three neighborhoods? Instructors Michelle Smith, Melanie Brod, and Cheryl Cooper invite you to try one of their classes. You can pick up the fitness schedule at either service desk or look in your The Heath Connection booklet. They look forward to seeing you at Creative Cardio, Aqua Motions, Early Morning Blend, or any of the beneficial classes that are offered right at Shell Point. Visit either service desk to sign up for The Health Connection programs. While you’re at the service desk you may also want to request a copy of the Shell Point Walking Trails brochure or the self-guided Botanical Walking Tour information. Stay connected to your health!

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Above: Lynda Williams (Lucina) tries on a new pair of Marc Jacobs frames with the help of licensed optician Julie Gruber. Left: Alvin Williams (Lucina) selects a pair of frames from the large selection of eyeglasses at the Elmquist Eye Group office in Fort Myers.

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Glasses are one of the most important things people put on each day. Aside from the obvious fact that glasses are used to improve vision, glasses could also be the first thing that people see when they look at you. Yet, many people who wear glasses find comfort in their eyewear and tend to stick with what they have had for years instead of considering a switch to a

more updated style. As we focused on fashion in March, we thought we would take an opportunity to explore how different frames can create very different looks. So, we enlisted the help of some resident volunteers and headed to the Elmquist Eye Group office in Fort Myers to try on some of the latest trends in eyewear. Then and Now

Licensed optician Jennifer Schroeder adjusts the fit on a pair of glasses on Russel Peters (Cameo).

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Russel Peters (Cameo) has been wearing glasses since he was a junior in high school. “I should have gotten them sooner,” he related. “I couldn’t see the board in school. I thought it was normal to not be able to see people on the other side of the street. Getting glasses changed my world!” He recalled that his first pair of glasses was a set of “owl frames” in all black. “I

looked very studious.” He has had his current pair of glasses, a set of thin, wire frames, for around 10 years. “I actually had corrective surgery and only need glasses for reading now, but I wear them all the time anyway.” Russel’s wife, Margaret, got her first pair of glasses shortly after they were married. “They were very large, plastic, light gray frames,” she recalled. She has had her current pair, of thin wire frames, for more than 10 years. “This is only my third pair of frames. I just get the lenses changed as my eyes adjust.” Alvin and Lynda Williams of Lucina were looking forward to trying on some new glasses. Alvin said, “I got my first pair in 1966. They were issued by the Army and they were ugly! I never knew I needed glasses and I had a hard time getting used to them and finding my balance because they were bifocals and the ground seemed wavy when I walked.” Today, Alvin wears a light pair with no

Below: Alvin and Lynda Williams agree that comfort is the top priority when choosing eyeglasses.

frame around the bottom of the lens. “I don’t like to see the frame of my glasses.” Lynda didn’t start wearing glasses until she was in her late 40s. “I was dealing with presbyopia. My eyes just wouldn’t adjust anymore. It’s a typical age issue,” she smiled. When Lynda shops for glasses, she admits that she tends to stick to the same styles. She searches for lightweight frames that don’t squeeze the bridge of her nose. “They have to be comfortable.” Quite a Sight

At the office of The Elmquist Eye Group, licensed opticians Jennifer Schroeder and Julie Gruber assisted with suggesting new eyewear styles. Jennifer shared, “You have to consider the shape of your face. If you have a round face, stay away from round glasses. If you have a square face, go for rectangular frames. And if you have an oval face, you are lucky – you can wear anything!” Julie added, “You have to consider your activities and hobbies. Do you want your glasses to be a fashion statement, or would you prefer them to disappear?” Russel, Margaret, Alvin, and Lynda all tried on multiple pairs of glasses, making sure to step out of their comfort zone to see what impact different styles had on their appearance. It seemed as though each person was pleasantly surprised to discover that something they would have normally overlooked was actually an attractive look that suited their personal style.

Above: Margaret Peters opted for comfort with style when she selected this pair of Daniel Swarovski glasses. The oval lenses set in wireless frames have decorative sides featuring 44 hand-set crystals for added interest. Right: Russel and Margaret have each worn their current glasses for around 10 years.

Above: Lynda Williams looks stunning in this pair of glasses by Prodesign Denmark. The dark frame around the top of the lenses angles slightly up at the outer corners, creating a lifting effect. Right: Even though Alvin prefers to wear glasses that are not framed around the bottom of the lens, he tried this pair of Waza Collection glasses with fully framed lenses. The contemporary look gives Alvin a refreshed appearance.

Lynda said, “It’s easy to stick to the same old frames, so it was fun to see what was picked out for me!” See for Yourself

If you would like to try on some new eyeglass frames, you won’t have to travel far. Ophthalmologist Dr. Trevor Elmquist also has an Dr. Trevor Elmquist office in The Arbor Medical Center at Shell Point. Optician Ric Provist is at the Shell Point office from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. every Wednesday and Friday. To consult with Ric regarding your style, contact the Elmquist Eye Group at 936-2020.

Above: The dark wire frames by Prodesign Denmark with rectangular lenses flatter the shape of Russel Peter’s face and accentuate his best features. The absence of the frame along the bottom of the lens provides a clean, modern look.

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Learning about The Legacy Foundation and the Alliance Development Fund The Legacy Foundation is an established institution at Shell Point. Many residents are unaware of the full scope of services available to them through the Legacy Foundation. This seminar is your opportunity to meet the team and learn more about what the Legacy Foundation can do for you. As a special treat we have invited Rob Pease of the Alliance Development Fund to join us and to talk about the current interest rate environment, how interest rates are set, and how the Alliance Development Fund has become a popular Rob Pease favorite among Shell Point residents. This 45-minute presentation will be followed by a time for Q&A. Light Refreshments will be served. The seminar is free; however seating is limited and reservation are required. To reserve your seat, please contact either service desk.

Exploring the Many Services of the Legacy Foundation and A Lesson in How Interest Rates Are Set Wednesday, April 25 10:00 a.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL Speakers: Timothy A. Stephenson, ChFC, Executive Director of The Legacy Foundation and Rob Pease, MBA, Vice President of Alliance Development Fund

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UTILIZING THE SHELL POINT GIFT ANNUITY PROGRAM

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If you struggle to understand the current volatile investment markets or are frustrated by low to near-zero interest rates, you might also be second guessing a host of other financial matters. There is one timely decision that more of our friends are taking to heart, and that’s Shell Point’s gift annuity program. There are eight great reasons why people like them. Fixed Payments From the moment you create your gift annuity, the payments will be made each month and the amount will never change. Your deposits come to you by direct deposit right into your bank account. Lifetime Payments These payments continue for as long as you live. If you want a two-life gift annuity, as most married couples do, payments continue through-out the life of the survivor. Solid Rates* You may be surprised at the rates that are available. For example, someone 75 years old qualifies for 5.8 per-

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cent, and at age 80, the rate is 6.8 percent. Put another way, for a $100,000 gift annuity, an 80-year-old can receive $6,800 each year. Dependable Payments Each gift annuity is backed by The Orchard Foundation, so you will feel secure that your payments will always be there. A specific reserve fund is set aside for these obligations as an extra measure of safety. Uncomplicated Creating a gift annuity is simple and easier than you may think. We provide information you can review with your advisers and family before making a decision, so you’ll know exactly how it will work. The agreement is simple and straightforward. Tax-advantage An important part of the payments during your life expectancy (often half) will not be subject to state or federal income tax. Further, if you itemize deductions, your gift qualifies for a charitable deduction that typically today is 25 percent or more of the amount given. Also, the

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amount given qualifies for a charitable deduction from your estate so it will not be subject to tax later on. Satisfaction Every time a payment arrives, you’ll be comforted first by the amounts received, and then a second time from knowing that your gift will eventually benefit Shell Point. Confidential Illustration A personalized and free illustration is available from the Legacy Foundation at Shell Point. It costs nothing for you to ask about a gift annuity, you’ll feel no pressure from us, and there is never any obligation. If you would like to learn more about gift annuities, contact the Legacy Foundation at 466-8484. Today might be the perfect day to consider your gift to the community. *Note: Rates are slightly lower when the annuity is paid to two persons. Like most charities, we follow the rates recommended by the American Council on Gift Annuities.

Q&A

FineMark National Bank & Trust Answers Your Personal Banking Questions BY TIFFANY WILLIAMS,

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Answer: At FineMark, we are confident in Shell Point’s security team and the safety of all residents when using the onsite ATM. However, there are some good practices for using any ATM, on campus or off:

SHRED IT!

1. Count your cash later – Put your money away immediately after completing your transaction. If you later find the ATM did not dispense the correct amount, contact the bank. 2. Take your receipt with you – Discarded ATM receipts can be used for identity theft and account hijacking. 3. Be aware of your surroundings – Use extra caution when using an ATM at night. If the lights aren’t working or if shrubbery blocks the view, don’t use it. 4. Protect your card and PIN – Don’t write your Personal Identification Number (PIN) on your card or give the number out to anyone. If your card is lost or stolen, report it immediately. 5. Be prepared – Have your ATM card ready in your hand when you approach the machine. 6. Conduct transactions privately – Give people ahead of you space to conduct their transactions, and when you use the

ATM, shield the keypad with your body and hand so no one can see your pin. 7. Watch out for “skimmers” – Do not use an ATM that looks as if a device or an additional camera has been attached to it. If you are unsure, report your suspicions to the bank. 8. Lock your car – If you leave your car and walk to the ATM, turn off the ignition and lock the doors. If you use a drive-up ATM, roll up all windows except yours. If you have questions you would like to ask FineMark, please stop into the FineMark office on The Island and leave your questions with Tiffany Williams. You can also call 461-5999 to speak with any member of the FineMark Team.

This is the perfect time to shred personal financial information, old credit cards, and confidential paperwork.

FineMark National Bank & Trust to Host FREE Shredding Event on April 11 FineMark National Bank & Trust will be hosting a free shredding event on Wednesday, April 11, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at The Village Church. “The best way to protect your identity is by shredding and disposing of printed materials which contain your personal information,” said Tiffany Williams, managing executive of the FineMark office located at Shell Point. “Yet shredding personal information, old credit cards, paperwork, and expired credit cards can be a daunting and time consuming task. That is why we wanted

to provide this convenient shredding event as a free service to all Shell Point residents.” FineMark has contracted with Secure Shredding Inc., a mobile document destruction service, to bring a shredding truck to Shell Point. Residents may drive up to The Village Church and drop off their personal documents, old mail, expired credit cards, and other personal materials to be shredded on-site in the mobile vehicle. FineMark staff members will be at the event to ensure your security. You can bring items to shred in any bag, box, or container of your choice.

Shred It! Wednesday, April 11 The Village Church 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

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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

The 2012 Shell Point Photo Show

Monday, April 2 – Friday, April 13 Resident Activity Center/IS Come peruse and enjoy the stunning photographs that talented Shell Point residents have worked hard to obtain for this annual show. New this year, in addition to the juried Photo by Sallie photo show, there will Rich (Tellidora) also be a non-juried selection of photographs on display.

2012 Photo Show Opening Gala

Tuesday, April 3 7:15 p.m. Resident Activity Center/IS Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and the company of resident photographers as you admire the vast compilation of photographs. Watch as the winners of this year’s show are announced and prizes are awarded.

Shell Point Gardening Society

Wednesday, April 4 11:00 a.m. Oak Room/WDL Deborah Gallagher, owner of Blue Tango Tropicals, will be presenting “Container Gardening with Pizazz.” She will demonstrate how to create an effective potted display for inside an apartment, or outside in a garden, using orchids and other tropical plants.

Mac User Club

Thursday, April 5 1:15 p.m. Manatee Room/IS Do you remember the dial-up telephones of your youth and the excitement of the touchtone era that followed years later? It’s remarkable to think how far we’ve come! Wally Mercer (Lakewood) will discuss “Smart Phones” that provide immediate access to our daily information needs and allow us to “tell them” what to do. Apple is a leader in voice control and speech recognition with it’s current iPhone that has introduced “Siri.”

Trader Joe’s Fabulous Food and More

Wednesday, April 11 12:30 p.m. Island pickup 12:40 p.m. Woodlands pickup 12:50 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 5:00 p.m. approximate return Cost: $8 (no meals for this trip) Trader Joe’s started out as a small chain of convenience stores known as Pronto Markets in 1958. In 1967, their founder, the original Trader Joe, changed their name as well as the way they do business. The store is committed to fair trade, good prices, and healthy eating. Shell Point residents will enjoy a short orientation talk about Trader Joe’s by a staff member before exploring the aisles on their own. Purchases are limited to what you can carry all at once.

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Butterfly Garden Event

Thursday, April 12 10:00 a.m. King’s Crown Garage/IS Come and marvel at the beauty of the newly renovated butterfly garden. Several Shell Point volunteers have worked hard to restore its beauty and make it a place of tranquility. The full-cycle butterfly garden is very interesting and the volunteers will share how the flora and fauna are important to the growth and development of the butterflies.

Photo Club

Thursday, April 12 2:15 p.m. Manatee Room/IS Art director Rich Cerrina and senior graphic designer Wendy Iverson of the Shell Point marketing department will discuss “Art Directing a Photo Shoot.” You’ve seen the photos they take for Shell Point Life magazine, now learn how they prepare for a photo shoot, and what types of situations and common challenges they work through to get to the “final shot.” They’ll cover topics such as poses, props, and lighting.

Beach Day

Friday, April 13 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: $16 (ice cream on your own) As the weather warms up, so do the beautiful Gulf waters. Enjoy a trip to Delnor Wiggins State Park beach for swimming, sunning, reading, walking, shelling, and a wonderful picnic lunch. Bring personal beach supplies – a lightweight chair is a popular option. A stop at the Royal Scoop ice creamery is included this month, so bring a few dollars if you would like a frosty treat.

Shell Point Market Place

Athletics, a franchise that's about to lose it’s three best players to free agency. Due to limited finances, Beane realizes he needs to radically change how he evaluates what players can bring to the team. After he meets Peter Brand (Jonah Hill), an Ivy League economics major working as an executive assistant for scouting on another team, Beane realizes he’s found the man who understands how to subvert the system of assessing players that has been in place for nearly a century. Movie contains some strong locker room language.

Sunday DVD: A Man for All Seasons (1966)

Friday, April 13, 20, 27 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 20, 27 Administration Courtyard/IS Grab your shopping bag and a friend and head over to the weekly Market Place, located conveniently outside of the Resident Activity Center. There you will find the freshest produce, breads, sweet treats, and beautiful flowers. Come check out our newest vendor - Le Bain Naturel, specializing in natural soap and bath products using the best ingredients available.

Veterans’ Club

Friday, April 13 10:00 a.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL Amy Bennett Williams, editor of Tropicalia and author of Along the Caloosahatchee will discuss the history of civilians and forts along the Caloosahatchee.

Organ Concert with Karl Cole

Friday, April 13 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Woodlands Commons/WDL This first-rate performer entertains with wonderful organ music, while also revealing a hidden talent of puppeteer. Karl Cole will delight the audience with semi-classical and popular tunes. There are two opportunities to enjoy the beautiful and intricate tunes that this performer can produce with the organ.

Information Forum: Yes We Can Say “No” To Century Link

Saturday, April 14 10:00 a.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL The group will examine in detail the alternatives that residents have to a land line with Century Link and the possible savings.

Saturday DVD: Moneyball (2011)

Saturday, April 14 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL Brad Pitt stars as Billy Beane, a one-time baseball phenom who flamed out in the big leagues and now works for the Oakland

Sunday, April 15 2:30 p.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL Paul Scofield plays Sir Thomas More, a statesman whose steadfast refusal to recognize King Henry VIII’s marriage to Anne Boleyn cost him his head. The film and its all-star cast, including Orson Wells, Robert Shaw, and director Fred Zimmerman, won six academy awards including best picture and best actor.

Boat to Lunch at Nervous Nellie’s Waterfront Restaurant

Monday, April 16 10:30 a.m. Meet at Macoma Dock 2:00 p.m. approx. return Cost: $32.00 (lunch on your own) Location: Fort Myers Beach Travel by boat to one of Estero Island’s favorite waterfront dining establishments! Nervous Nellie’s is a casual, family-fun restaurant that boasts a large selection of appetizers, fresh seafood, over-stuffed sandwiches (on homemade bread), and entrées. Banana Bay Tour Company is proud to be an approved Dolphin SMART operator through NOAA and a good standing member of the “Society for Ethical Eco-tourism.” Enjoy the opportunity to learn more about the diverse eco system and wildlife encountered here in Southwest Florida en route to lunch.

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HAPPENINGS PLACES Bubblelicious Cuisine with Dede D’Arcy

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Monday, April 16 Limited 11:15 a.m. Seating Social Center/IS Cost: $10.00 (per person) With recipes adapted from Katie Gardenia's cookbook, A Bubble Moment, you will be able to sample some exciting Captiva Bubble Room recipes. Watch, discover and taste, as Dede preps and serves a delicious luncheon of She Crab Soup, Katie’s House Salad and dessert. Sign-up required.

Lakes Park Botanic Garden Tour

Wednesday, April 18 12:30 p.m. Island pickup 12:40 p.m. Woodlands pickup 12:50 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 4:30 p.m. approximate return Cost: $12 (Refreshments provided) Enjoy a guided stroll led by Susan Moore (Lakewood) through the Lakes Park gardens. Walking required, appropriate footwear suggested; benches located along garden path.

Computer Club

Thursday, April 19 2:15 p.m. Manatee Room/IS Mike Peterson of Computer Medics will present part three of his four part series called Computer Basics. This month, discover Internet browsing and emailing.

Dance Alliance Season Performance

Friday, April 20 6:45 p.m. Island pickup 6:55 p.m. Woodlands pickup 7:05 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 10:30 p.m. approximate return Cost: $17 Enjoy this captivating collaboration of music and dance at the Alliance for the Arts in Fort Myers. The Foulds Theater has just had the seats replaced, so look forward to a comfortable and most enjoyable evening.

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Library Book Talk

Tuesday, April 24 2:15 p.m. Social Center/IS Phil Gannon of Rosemont will discuss the nonfiction bestseller, Reckless Endangerment – How Outsized Ambition, Greed and Corruption Led to Economic Armageddon by Gretchen Morgenson and Joshua Rosner. The authors detail how the use of power, politics, and ideology by Wall Street, Freddie Mac, congress, major banks, ratings agencies, mortgage brokers, and many others helped bring about the financial meltdown and crash of 2008. The authors further ask the question: "Why are some of these people not held accountable?" Refreshments will be served.

“An Evening of Stars” Resident & Employee Variety Show

Tuesday, April 24 7:15 p.m. Variety Church Auditorium/IS Show The red carpet will be rolled out and the “stars” will provide an evening of pure entertainment! From musical acts to celebrated movie magic, this night is sure to delight! Put on “The Ritz” and your most glamorous outfits as we celebrate that talent and fun that only Shell Point can offer!

Dinner at the Timbers

Thursday, April 26 4:00 p.m. Island pickup 4:15 p.m. Woodlands pickup 4:25 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 8:00 p.m. approximate return Cost: $7 (dinner on your own) The Timbers Restaurant & Fish Market opened in 1978 and has established itself as Sanibel Island's seafood specialist.The Timbers is the award-winning restaurant that keeps both the islanders and vacationers coming back for more. The group will arrive early enough to participate in the early-bird special, which boasts 13 entrees for $13 each.

Tone Chimes Spring Concert

Thursday, April 26 7:15 p.m. Social Center/IS Celebrate an evening of spring with the gentle and soothing music of the Tone Chimes. Under the leadership of Rani Ward (Turban), this group consists of twenty talented individuals who perform a variety of songs. Come support your friends and neighbors as they share this wonderful gift of music with the community.

Crafters Shopping Trip to A/C Moore Arts and Crafts Store Saturday, April 28 9:15 a.m. Island pickup 9:25 a.m. Woodlands pickup 9:35 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 1:30 p.m. approximate return Cost: $7 (lunch on your own) Crafters and artists who have run low on supplies will want to take part in this trip to A/C Moore. After stocking up, enjoy lunch at Chili’s before heading home to embark on that next project! Visit their website at: www.a/cmoore.com for a discount coupon and bring it along for extra savings on your purchase.

Lunch on the Beach at the Turtle Club

Monday, April 30 9:45 a.m. Island court pickup 9:55 a.m. Woodlands pickup 10:05 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 2:00 p.m. approximate return Cost: $8 (lunch on your own) This restaurant is perhaps Naples’ most charming beachfront restaurant, where guests experience gracious hospitality and in an upscale, casual atmosphere. The setting is spectacular – the restaurant is located on the grounds of the Vanderbilt Beach Resort. The food is equally fantastic – serving the freshest seafood and steaks with a core menu that includes something for everyone. Specials combine the best of old and new

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

world culinary styles with touches of Mediterranean, Caribbean, Asian, and Southern American cuisine.

Movie Night: Titanic (1953) Monday, April 30 6:45 p.m. Social Center/IS Determined to remove her family from the superficial, high-society world in which her

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husband Richard (Clifton Webb) is engrossed, Julia Sturges (Barbara Stanwyck) takes her two children and boards the R.M.S. Titanic in England on its maiden voyage to America. Learning of her plans, however,

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Richard purchases a steerage ticket aboard the ship in hopes of reconciling with his family. But when fate, ice, and an overzealous ship captain all come together, the Sturges family faces an unimaginable situation – the possibility of separation from one another forever.

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 Wednesday, April 4, at 1:30 p.m. Osprey Room/ IS Ladies and gentleman are all 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 Don Wilson (Turban) at 466-3953.

Neuropathy Support Group

Healing Journey Grief Support Healing Journey is a series of sessions which examine the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual effects of grief. The sessions are led by Dotty Morrison (Cellana) and Judy Mayer (Junonia). Although Healing Journey is on hiatus until the fall, Dotty and Judy are available to meet with anyone who wishes to talk about grief issues. Please call Dotty at 337-4015, to make an appointment.

Tuesdays, April 3 & 17 Session 1 - 9:15 a.m. Session 2 - 10:30 a.m. 2nd Floor Educational Room Pavilion Rehabilitation Building/IS This therapeutic group is aimed at helping residents deal with issues of being a caregiver for someone with a memory disorder. Contact Mardee Lader at 415-5435.

Diabetes Group Appointment Friday, April 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.

Parkinson’s Support Group Monday, April 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.

The Vision Enrichment Group Masked Marvels Sleep Apnea Group

Caregiver Support Group Therapy

Wednesday, April 18, at 11:00 a.m. Oak Room/WDL The group provides support and education opportunities for those dealing with Neuropathy. Contact Lenny Wodarczyk (Parkwood) at 443-4769 and Melvin Bleiberg (Eagles Preserve) at 693-3016.

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.

Tuesday, April 10, at 10:15 a.m. Social Center/IS The purpose of this group is networking and sharing stories and information. Contact Angie Prichard at 454-2134 or Sandee Weber at 225-2929.

Memory Therapy Group Tuesdays, April 3 and 17 Session 1 - 9:15 a.m. Session 2 - 10:30 a.m. 2nd Floor Educational Room Pavilion Rehabilitation Building/IS The objectives are to provide information on memory loss and changes, to identify strategies and external memory aids that would help one manage better, to address longrange planning, and an opportunity for support and socialization. Kathy Fratrick, L.C.S.W. facilitates the group and can be reached at 454-2073.

Walk With Me Caregiver Support Group Thursday, April 26 Coffee and dessert 1:30 p.m. Meeting at 1:45 p.m. Village Church Hospitality Room/IS Attend the Walk With Me Support Group to share your caregiver experiences with friends. Each meeting offers the opportunity to embrace spiritual support and renew inner strength. Contact Joyce Seckinger (Lucina) at 466-1354 for more information.

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KINGâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CROWN Mon .. 2 ....Shopping Trip to Wal-Mart (L)..........................9:00 a.m. Tue .... 3 ....Bargain Shopping at the Shell Point Thrift Store (L)........................10:00 a.m. Wed .. 4 ....Root Beer Float Day (DR) ..................................11/1 p.m.

Mon ....2......National Peanut Butter & Jelly Day (CK2) ......2:00 p.m. Wed ....4......Greeting Card Sales (1FL) ..............................11:30 a.m. Thu ....5......April Birthdays w/ Vicki Lei (CMR) ................3:00 p.m. Fri ......6......Easter Basket Making (4CR) ..........................10:00 p.m. Fri........6......Speaker Series: Life of Bees (CMR).................. 3:00 p.m. Sat ......7......Arbor Easter Egg Hunt (1FL) ..........................10:00 a.m. Sun......8......Easter Buffet (DR)....................................11:00-1:00 p.m. Sun......8......Easter Parade (1SR)............................................6:30 p.m. Mon ....9......Shopping Trip to Wal-Mart (1FL) ....................9:00 a.m. Wed ..11 ....Leslie Gregory (DR) ..........................................4:30 p.m. Thu ....12 ....Butterfly Garden Party (KC)............................10:00 a.m. Fri ......13 ....Lunch Trip to Outback (1FL) ..........................10:15 a.m. Mon....16 ....Baseball: 1940s & Hot Dogs (1SCR) ....................2:00 p.m. Tue......17 ....Discussion: Adult Fitness Playgrounds (3DR) ......3:30 p.m. Wed....18 ....Spring Make-Over w/ Robyn Church (CMR) ....2:00 p.m. Thu ....19 ....Side by Side Performance (CMR) ......................3:00 p.m. Sat ....21 ....Make your own ice cream sundae (DR) ..11:00-1:00 p.m. Tue ....24 ....Coffee and Muffins Social (Gazebo)................9:00 a.m. Tue ....24 ....Laughter & Fun w/ Richard Nelson (CMR) ....10:00 a.m. Wed....25 ....Ladies Pizza Night (1CK) ..................................4:00 p.m. Fri ......27 ....Arbor Day Celebration (TBA) ........................10:30 a.m. Fri ......27 ....Sounds of Florida (CMR) ....................................3:00 p.m. Mon....30 ....Bahama Breeze & Miracle Baseball Game (1FL) 4:30 p.m.

Thu .. 5 ....The Life of a Monarch w/ the Wilsons (GS) ....2:00 p.m. Fri...... 6 ....Good Friday Church Service (VC) ..................10:15 a.m. Fri...... 6 ....Greeting Card Sales (GS) ..................................11:30 a.m. Sat .... 7 ....Leslie Gregory (DR) ..........................................12:00 p.m. Sat .... 7 ....Movie: Easter Parade (COM) ..............................2:00 p.m. Sun.... 8 ....Easter Dinner Buffet (DR) ..................................11/1 p.m. Tue....10 ....Speaker Series: Adam Thompson The Benefits of Eating Super Foods (COM) ........................................................10:15 a.m. Thu ..12 ....Butterfly Garden Party (Garage) ......................10:15 a.m. Fri ....13 ....Lunch Trip to Outback Steakhouse (L) ............10:30 a.m. Mon..16 ....Bunko w/ Inga & Friends (DR) ..........................6:30 p.m. Fri ....20 ....Evangelical 4th graders perform (COM) ........10:00 a.m. Sat ....21 ....Tom Cannon Music Entertainment (COM)......1:00 p.m. Tue....24 ....Apple Blossom Time w/ Side by Side (COM) ................................2:00 p.m. Wed..25 ....New Resident Dinner (DR) ................................5:00 p.m. Thu ..26 ....Sounds of Florida (COM) ....................................1:30 p.m. Fri ....27 ....Speaker Series: Brenda Mango, RN Falls and ways to prevent them (COM)....10:15 a.m. Sun ..29 ....Take Me Out To The Ball Game (DR) ..............4/6 p.m. Mon..30 ....Bahama Breeze / Miracle Baseball Game (L) ....3:45 p.m.

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LARSEN PAVILION Mon ....2......Music Sing-A-Long (3 DR) ........................ 10:00 a.m. Wed......4......Sing-a-Long with Art (3 DR) ......................10:00 a.m. Fri ........6......Good Friday Service (3 DR) ..........................1:00 p.m. Fri ........6......Easter Parade ..................................................2:30 p.m. Sat........7......Hymn Sing (3 DR) ..........................................3:00 p.m. Sun ......8......Easter Luncheon ............................................11:00 a.m. Mon ....9......Graham Milligan (3 DR) ..............................10:00 a.m. Tue ......10 ....Bible Story and Song w/Bud (3 DR) ..............3:00 p.m. Wed ....11 ....Pet Therapy with Eli (2/3 DR) ....................2:30/3 p.m. Thu ....12 ....Johnny Johnson (2 DR) ................................10:00 a.m. Sat ......14 ....Hymn Sing (3 DR) ..........................................3:00 p.m. Mon ....16 ....Music with Dot (2 DR) ................................10:00 a.m. Tues ....17 ....Ruth Rodgers (3 DR) ....................................10:00 a.m. Wed ....18 ....Sing-a-Long with Art (3 DR) ......................10:00 a.m. Thu ....19 ....Pavilion Auxillary Volunteer Tea (VC) ........1:30 p.m. Fri........20 ....Pet Therapy with Sammie (2/3 DR) ........10/10:30 a.m Sat ......21 ....Tom Cannon (3 DR) ......................................1:30 p.m. Mon ....23 ....Music Sing-A-Long (3DR) ..........................10:00 a.m. Wed ....25 ....Pet Therapy with Eli (2/3 DR) ....................2:30/3 p.m. Thu ....26 ....Wally Maxima (2 DR)......................................2:30p.m. Sat ......28 ....Hymn Sing (3 DR) ..........................................3:00 p.m. Mon ....30 ....Music Sing-A-Long (3DR) ..........................10:00 a.m.

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Shell Point residents once again responded with great generosity to the United Way Campaign at Shell Point, sponsored by the Shell Point Residents’ Council. This year’s campaign began on January 15 and concluded on February 29. At the Residents’ Council meeting in March, Chairman Bill Lanpher reported that a total sum of $89,749 was contributed toward the set goal of $75,000! The benevolence of Shell Point residents plays a critical role in the overall success of the United Way in its services to Lee County, allowing the United Way to continue reaching out to the greater Fort Myers community to help those who are less fortunate. Jodi Phillips of United Way From time to with Resident Council Chairman Bill Lanpher (Oakmont). time, some Shell

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Left: Carol Palermo, Bobbi Brown, Ruth Davis, and other Shell Point volunteers sign in to help with the Kids Against Hunger Drive at the United Way. Below: Carol and Ruth Davis get ready to pack the food.

Point residents also volunteer on the United Way Allocations Committee. This committee is separated into groups of volunteers who visit the United Way agencies requesting assistance and then determine how much money is to be allocated to these agencies providing service. Seeing the hard work and dedication from workers at these agencies brings to reality the importance of this charitable assistance. Residents who missed participating in

the campaign but would still like to contribute to the United Way can send donations directly to the United Way at: United Way of Lee County, 7273 Concourse Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33908.

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Local Birding

Recently, King’s Crown and Arbor residents were treated to a special trip to the J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel Island to see the amazViolet Ames (King’s Crown) Carol Redeker ing wildlife that frequents this area (King’s Crown) during the winter months. Shell Point residents Dr. Iver Brooks along with Bill and Carol Redeker shared interesting facts about the birds and their beautiful, preserved, local habitat. During the trip the group saw 27 different types of birds, an alligator, and a snapping turtle. Afterwards, everyone enjoyed a delicious lunch at Doc Ford’s Restaurant on Sanibel.

During this week when our nation celebrates volunteerism, Shell Point wishes to thank our 840 resident volunteers who contributed more than

91,124 hours of service throughout 2011. Your commitment to serving the community is truly appreciated!

Thank You Shell Point Volunteers!

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Shell Point’s Annual Fashion Show and Luncheon Provided an Elegant Afternoon of Style

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Clockwise from top: Ann Erickson in Draper’s & Damon’s. Marion Davey in Talbots. Karen Anderson in Patchington.

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Ladies from Shell Point and the surrounding community were decked out in their freshest spring attire for the Brighten the Day and Light Up the Night Fashion Show and Luncheon that was held in the Church Auditorium at Shell Point in March. More than 375 women were in attendance as the latest spring and summer fashions from the Bell Tower Shops were modeled by a group of 36 Shell Point residents, staff members, and friends of the community. In all, more than 90 outfits were modeled during the show. Show Stoppers!

The event was narrated by Lynn Schneider, assistant vice president of marketing and communications, and

Linda Wilhelm in Talbots

Jessica Stilwell, director of marketing from FineMark National Bank & Trust. These ladies provided an informative commentary on each of the outfits as the models made their way across the stage and into the audience so guests could get a closer look. Throughout the show, live video cameras manned by Jared Pike and Dan Philgreen of SPTV caught all the action and projected it onto two large screens on stage. “Once again, the fashions from Bell Tower Shops were stunning,” said Lynn. “As in past years, some models purchased their outfits following the show.” Jessica Stilwell and Jessica shared, “It was Lynn Schneider a great show that catered to varying interests and unique personal styles. Many ladies said this was Shell Point’s best Fashion Show yet!”

Special Thanks to Our Models Karen Anderson • DJ Arnold • Dot Beard Carolyn Benjamin • Bobbi Brown • Jennifer Carter • Carla Channel Jessica Clark • Augusta Crane • Sam Cutter • Dede D’Arcy • Marian Davey • Willie Demarest • Joby Dodd • Jillian Dohack • Ann Erickson Betty Grant • Phyllis Ingalls • Judith Krug • Lilly McDaniel • Crystal Miller Dotty Morrison • Linda Nickerson • Bonnie Palmquist • Adrienne Prokop Joyce Seckinger • June Smith • Lori Sparks • Pat Specht • Sharon Terestenyi Vivienne Verklin • Linda Wilhelm • Tiffany Williams

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The latest styles for spring and summer were provided by Talbots, Patchington, Trader Rick’s, Draper’s & Damon’s, Caché, Gap, Swim ‘N Sport, and ChiChi Collections. “We could not have done such a professional show without the support of Bell Tower Shops and each of the stores that participated. We’re so grateful for their continued support of this event,” said Lynn. “The same goes for the staff and volunteers that dedicated their time and talents to ensure the success of the event.”

Clockwise from top: Carla Channel in Swim N’ Sport. Dotty Morrison in Patchington. Jessica Clark in Trader Rick’s. Joby Dodd in Patchington. Bobbi Brown in Draper’s and Damon’s.

Some Girls Have all the Fun!

At various points throughout the event, door prizes were raffled off by table number, with more than 100 ladies walking away with exciting gifts. And there was even a Fashion Show Boutique where vendors ChiChi Collections, Just Jewelry, and Miche Bags offered ladies the opportunity to treat themselves to something special. Overall, the Brighten the Day and Light Up the Night Fashion Show and Luncheon was a successful event enjoyed by everyone in attendance.

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Joyce Seckinger (Lucina) receives a makeup touchup from Kendall Colosimo. Finishing Touches

Behind the scenes of the Fashion Show, salon manager Robyn Church and skincare specialist Kendall Colosimo of the Shell Point Salon & Spa helped the models look their best by providing complimentary hair and makeup services. “We always enjoy the opportunity to provide the finishing touches that help make each model feel her Joyce Seckinger in best,” said Robyn. Patchington Kendall added, “The ladies looked radiant in their spring fashions. And having freshly-styled hair and professionally-applied makeup really helped to complete each look.”

Robyn Church (right) joins Lynn Schneider, AVP of marketing and Communications, on stage at the fashion show to raffle off a grand prize gift bag from the Salon.

It’s in The Bag

Robyn had the honor of announcing the first door prize at the event – a beautiful black and white handbag filled with a gift certificate for an hour massage and a gift certificate for the Salon’s new Biolight Facial. Robyn explained “The Biolight Facial is clinically proven to reduce the appearance of uneven skin tone and battle hyperpigmentation due to sun damage and scaring. We love the Florida sun but it’s not good to our skin. Biolight is packed with anti-oxidants, peptides, natural botanicals, and unique seaweed plants that are proven to improve skin tone. Biolight is also paraben free.”

Above: Judie Moore (Eagles Preserve) jumps in excitement as her name is called to win the Salon gift bag. Left: The stylish black and white purse contained a gift certificate for a one-hour massage and a gift certificate for a Biolight facial – a total value of more than $225.

The prize, valued at more than $225, went to Judie Moore (Eagles Preserve). And while Judy was the only person in the audience to win the grand prize from the salon, each Fashion Show attendee also received a special coupon in their gift bag for 10% off a Biolight facial at the Shell Point Salon & Spa. To schedule an appointment for a Biolight Facial, please call 489-8400.

$10 free! Salon Savings Easter Special! Are you looking for a fabulous style for Easter or a new spring permanent wave? Mention this advertisement and receive special savings.

$2 OFF a shampoo – cut – style $3 OFF a permanent wave or color Offer good through April 30

gift certificate OFFER Throughout the month of April, Salon is offering an added value on gift certificates. For every $100 worth of gift certificates purchased at the Salon, you will receive an additional $10. This special offer to earn added value on gift certificates expires April 30. For Appointments Call

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April in Paris is the theme of Women’s Ministries, the member care division of Ministries Global Outreach event this D&D Missionary Homes in St. Petersburg. Compass Care provides pastoral counselmonth. A Parisian boutique will add interest to a dynamic presentation by Cindy Duff ing to missionaries and their children. Research suggests that quality memof St. Petersburg, Florida. Cindy, ber care increases the potential for a Christian and Missionary long-term effective cross-cultural Alliance preacher’s daughter, ministry. Missionary children who developed an interest in missions leave another country and return to during her formative years. With the U.S. for college face reverse culseveral short-term mission expeture adjustment along with the riences, including a trip to Mali, Cindy Duff of many practical issues involved in West Africa; an Athletes in Compass Ministries becoming independent. Compass Action trip to Micronesia; and a will speak on Ministries provides homes in one-year stint in France; she Wednesday, April developed an awareness of the 18, at 10:15 a.m. in which assistance with this the Social Center. transition takes place. challenges and blessings of crossMen and women will cultural ministry. With an M.A. in pastoral counseling, not want to miss this inspiring presenCindy spent several years as a mental health tation and “April in Paris” experience professional in Akron, Ohio. When her on Wednesday, April 18, at 10:15 family moved to Florida, she began a 14- a.m. in the Social Center on The year teaching career at a Christian high Island. Come early to browse and school and served as chair of the Bible shop at the Parisian Boutique. department. Recently, Cindy left this posi- Complimentary tickets are required tion to become director of Compass and an offering will be taken.

Above: Compass House is a Christian group home for college-aged missionary kids and is located on the grounds of D&D Missionary Homes in Pinellas Park. Left: Various “play therapy” materials are used to care for the children of missionaries in a program called Compass Care.

School Supplies Fund Drive You Can Help Send Kids Back to School with their Required Supplies

From April 16 to April 30 a group of residents, led by Janet Bendall (Coquina), will be accepting donations for the annual School Supplies Fund Drive, which helps provide the supplies that Shell Point employees’ children need when heading back to school in the fall. “Each year Lee County provides parents with a list of school supplies that children are required to bring to their classrooms,”

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explained Janet. “Unfortunately, that list can seem daunting for many parents as they struggle to make ends meet.” That situation is precisely the reason why Janet, a former kindergarten teacher, heads up the School Supplies Fund Drive at Shell Point each year. The drive directly benefits the children and grandchildren of Shell Point employees. “Last year we were able to fill 500 bags with pencils, crayons, markers, scissors, and many other items. This year, it is our goal to fill another 500 bags, and we hope you will help make that goal a reality.” Those who are interested in contributing to the School Supplies Fund Drive can provide donations in the form of cash or check (made out to Shell Point and noting School

Supplies in the memo section). Donations can be left at either service desk between April 15 and April 30. This gift from residents is always appreciated. In August the school supplies will be distributed to employees’ children and grandchildren entering kindergarten through fifth grade.

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Baritone soloist and organist Verne Smith has an undergraduate degree in organ and a master’s degree in voice. He has studied with Robert Shaw at Ohio State University. He was a member of the Fort Wayne Philharmonic Chorus for several seasons. He has been a minister of music for many years, bringing church music programs to a high level of development. Verne is also on faculty at St. Andrews Conservatory of Music in Sanford, Florida. Jerry and Kathy Rodgers Pianist Jeannie Smith has a B.A. degree Clarinetist Jerry Rodgers was a soloist in Piano from Tennessee Temple University. with the U.S. Marine Band for 21 years in She is a concert artist and arranger, has Washington, D.C., playing during state made original arrangements of many hymns, dinners and other White House functions. and has produced two piano recordings. He has played for five U.S. presidents. Her piano CD is Piano Reflections…With Cellist Kathy Rodgers graduated with a Jeannie Smith and her books, Reflections, Master's degree in performance from Ohio Sacred Piano Solos, Volume I, II & III, feaUniversity and has been an instructor in oF ture her own hymn arrangements as well as strings at several schools, both college and single copy arrangements. secondary levels. The music of Classic Praise will be a The Rodgers have served as professors great way to conclude the Easter Sunday of music at Cedarville College in Ohio, Easter Celebration with Classic Praise Celebration. Tickets for this concert are Rollins College in Orlando, and Sunday, April 8, at 6:15 p.m. $10 and are available at the church Clearwater Christian College in The Village Church • Tickets $10 office during regular business hours. Clearwater. Jerry is the current orches-

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An Easter Celebration Palm Sunday Sunday, April 1 Holy Week services will begin with a festive processional on Palm Sunday, April 1. During this special morning worship service, Pastor Nesselroade will be speaking and we will share communion together. Good Friday Friday, April 6, at 10:15 a.m. On Good Friday at 10:15 a.m., we will gather around the cross as we remember our Lord’s death. As we focus our attention on

Christ’s sacrificial love, Neal Clarke will be speaking and we will again share communion together. Easter Sunrise Service Sunday, April 8, at 6:45 a.m. The Resurrection Celebration begins on Easter Sunday with a 6:45 a.m. Sunrise Service at the amphitheatre located on The Island at Shell Point. Sue Stranahan, minister of spiritual care, will be speaking.

Easter Worship Services Sunday, April 8, at 10:15 a.m. The Easter celebration will continue during the 10:15 a.m. worship service as Pastor Nesselroade will share a message about Christ’s victory over death. Sunday, April 8, at 6:15 p.m. A special concert of classic sacred music will be presented at 6:15 p.m. by the ensemble Classic Praise. Tickets for this concert are $10 and are available at the church office during business hours.

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Some employees were joined by their family members at the event.

Shell Point Cares is a new program designed for Shell Point employees who have a personal desire to give back to their community by participating as a team in service opportunities throughout Southwest Florida. Shell Point Cares encourages personal involvement, fosters employee camaraderie, advances Shell Point’s culture and core values, and serves the common good. On Saturday, March 10, a group of 21 employees from nine different departments donned their custom Shell Point Cares T-shirts and participated in the first Shell Point Cares event – the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. The annual event raises money for breast cancer research, education, screening, and treatment programs..

Funding from Shell Point’s Community Thrift Store allows employees to participate in events to show that Shell Point truly does care about our local community and the residents of Lee County. Dawn Boren, director of resident life, explained, “The Susan G. Komen event was our way of testing the waters for this new program. We started with employees first, but our goal is to offer more events and open participation up to both employees and residents in the future. Nothing would be greater than Shell Point residents and employees joining forces in support of a worthy cause.”

Community Pride

The race, held at Coconut Point Mall in Estero, offered the option of a 5k or 1-mile course. Christine Perdue, Pavilion activities leader, completed the 5k course. “There were four of us that walked together. Lindsey Bryant and I jogged at the end. I thought it was a really awesome experience. We had our Shell Point shirts on and I was proud to represent Shell Point and support the community in this way. It was also a good opportunity to get to know employees from other areas of the Shell Point community.”

One of the goals of the Shell Point Cares program is to foster employee camaraderie.

Thousands of people from Southwest Florida participated in the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure.

The blue Shell Point Cares T-shirts stood out in the crowd. Employees were proud to represent Shell Point at the event.

Future Plans

A staff committee has been formed to identify which walks and causes will be supported. Since the Thrift Store supports seniors in Southwest Florida, Shell Point Cares will be focused on supporting causes that affect seniors. Annual walks will rotate to allow for a broader support of the many worthy causes that impact our local community, including the Alzheimer’s Association, American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, and more. Furthermore, since the walks would be financially supported by a team contribution and registration fee supported by the Community Thrift Store, Shell Point Cares requires no fund raising or individual sponsorships. Participants just sign up, get their blue Shell Point Cares T-shirt, and walk for the cause. It’s that simple. More information on future walks will be in the Shell Point Life this coming fall. Stay tuned to learn about more ways that you can show Shell Point Cares.