Shell Point Life June 2019 by Shell Point Retirement Community

June 2019

Vol. 14 Issue 6

LIVING HER BEST LIFE Artist Embraces New Hobbies

PHOTO CONTEST IMPRESSES

SNAP

JUDGMENT

God saw everything that He had made, and, behold, it was very good.

Summer Loves

When warm summer breezes arrive, some residents head to their northern homes. Others travel the nation, cruise international waters or discover new favorite haunts. And, many stay right here on Shell Point’s campus to experience the concerts, trips, educational classes, fitness programs and more, which are detailed in this June edition of Shell Point Life. Broadening Horizons It’s a common phrase: Jack of all trades, master of none. But have you ever known someone who fit the description to a t? On page 30, you’ll meet Yvonne Schneff (Sundial), a resident whose artistic bent and heart for others led her to explore new hobbies and give back to her community.

Dive Into Summer School

Don’t miss your chance! Friday, June 28 is the last opportunity to sign your grandchild up to participate in Shell Point Splash Vacation Bible School, which takes place from July 22-26. Turn to page 39 for details about this fun, free summer camp.

the C over Larry Talbot (Eagles Preserve) keeps a camera handy while taking nature walks. It paid off big time when his photo, Black Swallowtail on Button Bush Flower, took home a second place ribbon in the Shell Point Photo Contest! Turn to page 6 to read all about the resident-run showcase and see the list of winners.

–Genesis 1:31

Shell Point Life is published monthly for the residents of Shell Point Retirement Community. Director of Marketing & Communications Lynn Schneider Editor Sarah Nadal Creative Director Rich Cerrina Senior Designer Wendy Iverson Contributors Pat Bubb, Robyn Church, Beth Crenshaw, Julie Delabrue, Sue Earnhardt, Claude Emler, Ann Erickson, Maria Festa, Marilynn Fowler, Janine Hammond, Craig Handel, Andy Hawkins, Gabriella Kelly, Teri Kollath, Ginny Miller-Plaza, Steve Morton, Wendy Perera, Don Pullen, Ashley Robbin, Emily Rose, Laura Slack, Adam Thompson, Monica Tison, Michelle Tompkins, Dottie Tronnes, Susan Uhleman, George Waters, Randy Woods Do you have story ideas or photos to share? Contact Editor Sarah Nadal by calling (239) 454-2055 or emailing sarahnadal@shellpoint.org Shell Point Life Available Online You can find the current issue as well as back issues of Shell Point Life magazine at www.shellpoint.org/shellpointlife.

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Featuring

Summer

SHell Point is pleased to Announce

local artists

Series CONCERT 2019

Gulfshore Tenors Wednesday, June 12 at 7 p.m. Grand Cypress Room at The Woodlands • $20

Shell Point is pleased to present the Gulfshore Tenors, featuring Teddy Collins, Matt Bischoff and Fernando Gonzalez. The collaboration of these three very talented and highly acclaimed young tenors creates a singing sensation unique to Southwest Florida. Accompanied by pianist Tony Viviano, the tenors will draw from a repertoire of some of the most beautiful love songs of the last 50 years. Their performances consistently are met with

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an overwhelmingly enthusiastic audience response. Their diverse repertoire includes standard love songs of the 20th century like Unchained Melody, Nella Fantasia and Sway – all songs made famous by singers such as Il Divo, Andy Williams and Elvis Presley. Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy a beautiful musical evening.

Residents may purchase tickets at any concierge desk, or online at www.shellpoint.net. The public may purchase tickets online at www.shellpoint.org/summer or by calling the box office at (239) 454-2067. General admission – no reserved seating. No refunds or exchanges. All artists subject to change, substitution, cancellation or rescheduling based on unforeseen circumstances. Shell Point Life | June 2019

FATHER’S DAY DINING AT THE

CRYSTAL ON SUNDAY, JUNE 16

CELEBRATE FATHER’S DAY WITH A SPECIAL LUNCH BUFFET AT THE CRYSTAL Choose from assorted brunch items, such as steak and eggs Benedict, omelets and Belgian waffles. Traditional luncheon choices include snapper Oscar, smoked Applewood barbecue ribs, chicken Marsala, and a chef carving station with slow-roasted prime rib and golden-roasted turkey. A variety of delicious sides will include Brussels sprouts, honeyglazed carrots, mashed potatoes and pan gravy, and candied bacon – as well as assorted pastries and desserts. Father’s Day brunch will be served from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 16. The meal costs $17 for residents, plus gratuity, while non-residents pay $20, plus gratuity. Reservations are not accepted. Please note: The Palm Grill will not be open for Father’s Day. However, Blend will be open to serve its regular menu from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Fourth of July Celebration 2 p.m. Doors Open 2:30 p.m. Performance Begins The Village Church/IS Join your fellow Shell Point friends and neighbors at The Village Church to celebrate the independence of the United States of America during this annual Shell Point community gathering.

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Jennifer Gilmore will perform a patriotic tribute, featuring songs you know and love. This concert includes a special trilogy, as well as toe-tapping tunes from the Andrew Sisters and songs from the World War II era.

Come celebrate America and the men and women who have served, and continue to serve, this great nation. Shell Point staff members and their families will serve apple pie and whipped cream for you to enjoy!

A Night To Remember

Reflections on the 2019 Shell Point Photo Contest Gala BY D OT T Y M O R R I S O N (C E L L A N A )

appreciative murmurs, laughI remember winning my ter and, finally, applause as the first ribbons ever in a photo envelopes were opened and each contest – the year I moved to winner was announced by hosts Shell Point. Having taken phoWendy Perera (Resort Services) tographs most of my life, mainly and Emily Rose (Marketing). for the purpose of preserving memories, I was stunned to hear See the Photo Contest my name called during the 2009 Gala in Your Own Home Photo Contest Gala, because, like many things I’ve experiThis month, the winning phoenced at Shell Point, it was a tos from the 2019 Photo Contest first, and a night to remember. Gala will be rebroadcast on Shell As the names of ribbon Point Television Channel 12. A reception was held in the Woodlands Commons winners were read during this June 10, June 12, and June 14 following the presentation of winners during the gala. year’s Gala, I shared in feelings at 10 a.m. 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. To find of anticipation, then enjoyed the video, go to www.youtube. the look of delight on the face of each win- on the piano with Broadway hits and light com, and then do a search for the 2019 ner. Of the 50 photographers competing, classical music. As the lights dimmed, sur- Shell Point Photo Contest. prise guest Carol Channing (also known as 20 took home ribbons. Gala Event Photos on As the evening began, excited photog- Kate Sullivan) gave the audience a laugh. Shell Point Social Scene raphers and their family and friends walked Then, the Gala began. The 50 resident photographers had on the red carpet at the entrance to the Want to see more red carpet pictures Grand Cypress Room in the Woodlands submitted 202 photographs in nine catego- from the event? Visit www.shellpointsoCommons. New resident Dan Olson ries. As each category came on the screen, cialscene.com to view, download and share (Eagles Preserve) created a festive mood the audience often reacted with oohs, your favorite snapshots from the night! Shell Point Life | June 2019

Pete Martin Ribbed Vault 2nd Place, Architecture

John Ippense n Independen ce Day 2nd Place, P eople

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BOTANICAL

BLOOMS BY D OT T Y M O R R I S O N (CELLANA)

Larry Talbot Tellidora Water Lilies 2nd Place, Botanical

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Holly English Sweet Treat 3rd Place, Botanical

2019 SHELL POINT PHOTO CONTEST EXPANDS CATEGORIES AND HIGHLIGHTS NEW RESIDENT PHOTOGRAPHERS

Two new photo subject categories were added to the 2019 Shell Point Photo Contest this year, Landscape and Botanical. Previously, flower photographs were judged in competition with scenes of mountains, fields or deserts. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Botanical category encouraged photographers to get up close with plants.

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Judy Jaastad Aeonium 1st Place, Botanical

BOTANICAL BLOOMS

Marcia O’Hara Pink Reflection 1st Place, Reflections

Continued from page 7 Two of Holly’s winning photos were Judy Jaastad (Junonia) had her camera focused on an aeonium, which is a taken at the Coastal Maine Botanical succulent plant she found in the Phipps Gardens, but she loves taking pictures of Conservatory in Pittsburgh. “I was inter- flowers anywhere. Larry Talbot (Eagles Preserve), always ested in the shape and the symmetry of the leaves and was happy when I was able carries a camera when he and his wife walk to get the details around the edges in through their favorite nature preserves, focus,” she said about her first place win such as Ding Darling, Merritt Island, and Harns Marsh. Larry is known at Shell Point in the Botanical category. Holly English (Cellana) shot a daisy for his beautiful bird photography, but in with two bees for a third place win in this contest, he took away three second Botanical, called Sweet Treat. She was place ribbons in Botanical, Travel and taken aback when she realized her pho- Other Wildlife. tographs had won her four ribbons this year, including two third place ribbons and two Honorable Mentions. “Every time I look through the lens of my camera, I’m excited to see if I can find the best way to capture a little glimpse of the awesomeness of life around me. When I press the shutter, my camera records a moment in time when I’m Larry Talbot connected to something Traveling Bison greater than myself,” Holly 2nd Place, Travel shared. 8

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Larry’s Black Swallowtail on Button Bush Flower received a collective “oooh” from the audience for its sharp focus on a beautiful swallowtail and a delicately shaped flower. He was walking through Six Mile Cypress Slough when the butterfly and the shape of the flower caught his eye. His second place ribbon in Botanical, Tellidora Water Lilies, captured the beauty of the deep pink blossoms in Tellidora’s water feature. He said after he saw the water lilies for the first time, he went back several times until they had opened to the perfect shape. Pink water lilies also prompted Marcia O’Hara (Lucina) to take a winning Reflections photograph, Pink Reflection. She was drawn to the pure beauty, great lighting and incredible color of the water lilies in the Naples Botanical Garden. “I have always been attracted to water-blooming flowers,” she said. Marcia shared that she has many goals for improving her photographic skills.

Larry Talbot Black Swallowtail on Button Bush Flower 2nd Place, Other Wildlife

Holly English Daddy, Look! Honorable Mention, People Karen Hall Suspended in Tine 2nd Place, Still Life

Kirk Gulledge Hoop-De-Do 1st Place, People

Alvin Williams Yellow-Crowned Night-Heron 2nd Place, Birds

“I want to expand my knowledge and understanding of my camera and how to use it in all situations. I want to be able to repeat taking a photograph worthy of winning a first place ribbon.” Kirk Gulledge (Junonia) won first in the People category with Hoop-De-Do. He took the photograph at a competition for thirty or more Native dancers from the U.S. and Canada, the International Hoop Dancing Festival, in Phoenix, Arizona.

“The picture I submitted was of a 17-yearold Navajo girl named Nanabah, who has won the teen division of the competition three times, including this year. Her performance was dazzling!” Of his photography in general, Kirk said, “I particularly like Western landscapes and architecture, but I’m drawn to anything that gives the flavor of the Southwest, like this hoop-dancing competition among Native tribes.”

Autumn Artist was taken by Les Lincke (Rosemont). “I was on my usual walk around Bass Lake in North Carolina when I came upon this artist. I stood behind him and viewed this beautiful scene. I quickly returned home, got my camera and took the picture.” The extra time and effort to capture the image earned Les a first place in the Landscape category. Continued on next page Shell Point Life | June 2019

Les Lincke Autumn Artist 1st Place, Landscape

BOTANICAL BLOOMS Continued from page 9

New Residents Shine Several new Shell Point residents submitted photographs and both Shirley Jewell (Royal Bonnet) and Nancy Briechle (Rosemont) took home ribbons. “I have been interested in photography for the past 25 years,” Nancy said. “I took a couple of photography courses, as well as courses in the basics of post processing. I enjoy using the tools at my disposal through various digital photography programs to maximize the visual potential of my images.” Her photograph, Lerici, Italy, Harbor, took third place in the Travel category. Nancy has won a third place before, at the Visual Arts Center in Punta Gorda. She plans on continuing to work, learn and improve her photography in the future. “Who knows, maybe someday I can win a first prize. However, the joy,” she said, “comes from the creative process.” In the Architecture category, Christl 10

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Smith (Estuary) won third place with Oculus, which has an almost abstract quality, unless the viewer has visited the new World Trade Center Transportation Hub in New York City. Christl explained that the photograph focuses on the central skylight through which the New York sky could be seen. The entire structure has been likened to a dove with clipped wings. The skylight, which Christl intentionally shot at an angle, connects the two wings.

Picking Up A Camera Again “Back in the 1980s, I tried my hand at photography with my first good film SLR and multiple lenses,” recounted Steve Canton (Harbor Court), “but work got in the way and I kind of sat out serious photography for a while. I also wasn’t sure about changing over to digital.” Steve has now replaced his old camera with a Nikon digital camera. “Whether I have a camera with me or not,” Steve continued, “I always tend to look around me as if I were taking a photo. I’ve loved seeing

the pied-billed grebes on the Woodlands Lake. I saw this pair as Renee and I were walking across the bridge one Sunday morning. With the calm water, it just made the perfect chance to capture them together.” Steve entered the Shell Point Photo Contest for the first time and won second place in the Reflections category with Grebe Reflections. He says it was a great honor to win a ribbon, but seeing all the interesting photos in the many categories has him already thinking of new things to try to capture for his next photographs.

Two Couples, Four First-Place Ribbons The Photo Contest Gala had a first in firsts this year as two resident couples, Terry and Karen Hall (Nautilus) and John and Fran Ippensen (Royal Bonnet), entered photographs and all four took home first place ribbons! In the Still Life category, Terry Hall Continued on page 12

Christl Smith â&#x20AC;&#x153;Oculusâ&#x20AC;? 3rd place, Architecture

Holly English Tranquility 3rd Place, Reflections

Jan Drake Mennonite Woman 3rd Place, People

John Abitz Lunch 3rd Place, Other Wildlife

Shirley Jewell Delicious 3rd Place, Still Life

Stokes Fishburne Guarding the Chicks 3rd Place, Birds

Nancy Briechle Lerici, Italy, Harbor 3rd Place, Travel

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Karen Hall Sanctuary 1st Place, Architecture

BOTANICAL BLOOMS Continued from page 11 found the subject of Worm Gear at the George H. W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum in College Station, Texas. A traveling exhibit at the library was called Leonardo DaVinci, Machines in Motion. Craftsmen in Florence, Italy, recreated 30 working models of DaVinci’s inventive devices, and Terry tried to capture the mechanical principles illustrated in each. Karen Hall won first place in Architecture with Sanctuary, a view of the inside architectural structure of St. Michael’s Episcopal Church on Sanibel. “I don’t recall ever seeing a more beautiful ‘little wooden’ church building than this one,” she remembered. “That par12

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They then compare their captures. They worked together to choose photographs to submit to the photo contest and were surprised and excited to each win a first place ribbon. John and Fran Ippensen (Royal Bonnet) also share photography as a hobby. Fran won a first with Little House on the Prairie in the Travel category. Fran has been participating in Fran Ippensen Shell Point Photo Contests Little House on the Prairie since 2011 and has won mul1st Place, Landscape tiple ribbons, including a Best of Show. Little House on the Prairie was taken on a trip to Montana and Glacier National Park. “The title came to me immediately,” Fran said, “and we turned around and came back in order for me to take the photograph out of the open car window.” John won a first place in Other Wildlife with This Is My Territory. The photo-

ticular day, Terry and I were photographing Sanibel churches on the inside and also the surrounding grounds.” The Halls enjoy sharing photography together. They use both an iPhone and a camera, sometimes with both of them taking photographs of the same object or scene with differing angles or framing.

John Ippensen A View From the Edge 2nd Place, Landscape

Steve Canton Grebe Reflections 2nd Place, Reflections

Patricia Fishburne Eagle Eye Duo 1st Place, Birds

Terry Hall Worm Gear 1st Place, Still Life

Holly English Fall at the Lake Honorable Mention, Landscape

Les Lincke Utah State House Honorable Mention, Architecture

graph, which is of a feral cat, was taken at the Tizer Botanical Gardens, which is in a rural, isolated setting. One cat with a sort of defiant pose was sitting on a ledge of the ruins of a house. “I was trying to capture what I sensed was the mood of the cat, which had a proud, challenging look.” This Is My Territory also earned John the 2019 Ted Boynton Best of Show Award. Although they share a love of photography, Fran and John each use a different type of camera. Fran’s is a point-and-shoot Nikon Cool-Pix, while John has a Sony

DSC-RX10 III, which is a bridge camera. One way they work together is that when John is driving, Fran is always on the lookout for a good scene for a shot. She says John takes a lot more photographs than she does. “Something has to speak to me before I will bother to photograph it,” Fran commented. When it comes to photo editing, John is the master, so he willingly helps Fran turn her photographs into the artistic image she wants. John depends on Fran when he is choosing which photographs to enter in a

contest. “I think she has a good eye when it comes to photography,” John said. Fran helps critique the image as well as the editing or saturation levels before she’ll approve of a photo. In March 2019, Fran and John were selected as “Artists of the Month” for the Sanibel Congregational United Church of Christ. Twenty of their beautiful flower photographs were displayed in a recurrent member-artist program at the church. Continued on page 15 Shell Point Life | June 2019

John Ippensen shoots most of his photos with a Sony RX10 III.

2019 Photo Contest Winners Category 1 – People

Category 3 – Still Life 1st..........Terry Hall................................................................ Worm Gear 2nd ......Karen Hall.................................................Suspended In Tine 3rd .......Shirley Jewell..............................................................Delicious

1st .........Kirk Gulledge......................................................Hoop-De-Do 2nd ......John Ippensen....................................... Independence Day 3rd .......Jan Drake................................................Mennonite Woman HM .......Holly English....................................................“Daddy, look!”

Category 4 – Birds

Category 2 – Travel

Category 5 – Other Wildlife

1st .........Fran Ippensen........................ Little House on the Prairie 2nd ......Larry Talbot................................................... Traveling Bison 3rd .......Nancy Briechle...................................... Lerici, Italy, Harbor 14

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1st .........Patricia Fishburne.........................................Eagle Eye Duo 2nd ......Alvin Williams..................Yellow-Crowned Night-Heron 3rd .......Stokes Fishburne.............................. Guarding the Chicks

1st..........John Ippensen.......................................This is My Territory 2nd........Larry Talbot...... Black Swallowtail on Button Bush Flower 3rd........John Abitz.........................................................................Lunch

BEST OF SHOW

BOTANICAL BLOOMS Continued from page 13

John Ippensen, Winner of 2019 Ted Boynton Best of Show John Ippensen (Royal Bonnet) began to really concentrate on his photography skills when the Ippensens moved to Shell Point in 2010 and John joined the Photo Club. A combination of the discussions in the Photo Club, looking at professional photography, online courses and training videos have developed John’s appreciation for the art of photography and helped grow his own skills. In 2012, John joined the Photo Club board. For six years, John organized the annual Shell Point Photo Contest, supervising the processing of entries, matting and hanging of hundreds of print photographs. He also researched and presented educational videos for monthly club meetings, from sources such as National Geographic. While John was in charge of the annual Shell Point photo contests, he exhibited photographs but did not compete for ribbons. This year, he was back as a participant and was rewarded with three ribbons. Independence Day won a second place in the People category. A View from the Edge won second in Landscape. His first place winner, This

John Ippensen This is My Territory 1st Place, Other Wildlife

Is My Territory, in the Other Wildlife category, was chosen as the 2019 Ted Boynton Best of Show – a high point for any Shell Point photographer. Outside Shell Point, John’s photograph, Spilled Hibiscus on Mirror, was one of only 60 photographs featured by the Alliance for the Arts’ All-Florida Show this March. John has become interested in photo editing and is currently learning

about fine art photography, which uses multiple levels of photo manipulation to create beautiful art. John continues to challenge himself to learn various aspects of photographic art and willingly shares his skills with others. With the Ippensens’ view of the Caloosahatchee from their first-floor apartment, John can often find inspiration by simply walking outside his lanai.

Congratulations to all Photo Show Participants!

Category 6 – Architecture

Category 9 – Botanical

1st..........Karen Hall.................................................................. Sanctuary 2nd........Pete Martin......................................................... Ribbed Vault 3rd........Christl Smith...................................................................Oculus HM.........Les Lincke..................................................Utah State House

1st..........Judy Jaastad..............................................................Aeonium 2nd........Larry Talbot........................................Tellidora Water Lilies 3rd........Holly English........................................................ Sweet Treat

Category 7 – Reflections 1st..........Marcia O’Hara................................................Pink Reflection 2nd........Steve Canton...........................................Grebe Reflections 3rd........Holly English........................................................... Tranquility

Category 8 – Landscape 1st..........Les Lincke.........................................................Autumn Artist 2nd........John Ippensen...............................A View From the Edge 3rd........Jan Drake...................................................... Magic at Sunset HM.........Holly English.................................................Fall at The Lake

2019 Ted Boynton Best of Show

John Ippensen (Royal Bonnet).....................This Is My Territory

SEE THE SHOW ONLINE To find the video of the photo awards show, go to www.youtube.com, and enter a key word search for: 2019 Shell Point Photo Contest.

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Turn Back Time

History, Science and Music of Eras Past B Y T E R I K O L L AT H , M A N A G E R O F T H E A C A D E M Y O F L I F E L O N G L E A R N I N G

The Academy of Lifelong Learning offers many enriching, educational classes, which are often taught by Shell Point’s own resident experts! Pick a favorite, familiar topic or dive into a completely new field of study – the choice is yours.

Coffee With A Neighbor On Friday, June 14, you will Get To Know a Shell Point Senior Director: Jason Smith (CWN02) as he shares information about himself and his vision for hospitality amenities at Shell Point going into the future.

For the Love of Learning

On Monday, June 3, Professor Adrian Kerr will illuminate the series of events surrounding the introduction of competing electric power transmission systems in the U.S. in the late 1880s and 1890s during his presentation Edison, Westinghouse and Tesla: War of the Currents (FLL10). He will introduce the main protagonists, George Westinghouse and the young immigrant “mad genius” Nikola Tesla, alternating currents (AC), and Thomas Edison, inventor of the lightbulb championing direct current (DC) and take the audience through the commercial competition and debates. Dorothy Zablotsky (Oakmont) and her Samba player team offer a second opportunity this semester to have fun while exercising your brain with new friends. Join them for Samba Card Games: Calling All Beginners (FLL11), which will be held on four Wednesdays: June 5, 12, 19 and 26. Shell Point resident and astronomer Doug Heatherly (Royal Bonnet) will provide a most timely class on what has recently become one of the most fascinating astronomical entities that the world has seen in a long time! Black Holes, Monsters of the Universe (FLL12) 16

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Doug Heatherly (Royal Bonnet) will provide a most timely class entitled Black Holes, Monsters of the Universe (FLL12) which will take place on Thursday, June 6.

will take place on Thursday, June 6. Now that the world has seen the first true visual of a black hole, this class will explain its marvels in greater depth. You may think of her in the way that Elizabeth Taylor portrayed her in the movie, but there is much more to learn about Legendary Cleopatra – Fact Versus Fiction (FLL13). On Monday, June 10, Professor Kerr will separate the facts from the legend; was Cleopatra really smuggled in a rolled up carpet? Did she dissolve a giant pearl in wine to demonstrate her wealth? Did she have her sister brutally murdered in Ephesus, and did she really commit suicide by clutching an asp? You will hear the romantic story, as well as the fact from the historical period when the tale occurred. Dr. Thomas Cimarusti, associate professor of musicology at FGCU’s Bower School of Music, will continue the music appreciation classes that Academy audiences have enjoyed so much. This month’s class, Masters of the String Quartet (FLL14), will take place on Tuesday, June 11. Outside of the symphony, the string quartet became one of the most esteemed musical genres of 18th and 19th century Europe – so much so that Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven eagerly sought to per-

fect the genre, completing more than 100 string quartets collectively over the course of their careers. This course will introduce the genre followed by an examination of their representative masterworks. If you are looking for a creative experience that results in a lovely seasonal decoration for your door, then Create Your Own: Summer Door Décor (FLL15) may be for you. On Tuesday, June 11, Pat Bubb (Parkwood) will provide all you need to create one, and the knowledge and inspiration to use what you have learned to shop for, plan and create many more of your own seasonal decorations! With Memorial Day, Flag Day and the Fourth of July observances, it is impossible to not think about those who paved the way for this great nation. Professor Adrian Kerr will give Academy students much food for thought in his class Prelude to the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution (FLL16) on Monday, June 17. Experience the thrills of your school days as you learn about the history of the people and events which shaped the beginning of this country. From the arrival of the first English colonists in America, through to the French and Indian

Academy On The Go

Explore The Dali Museum and Morean Arts Center (OTG04) .

War that triggered the desire for representation in London and led to the first steps toward independence in 1770, Professor Kerr will recall the challenges that followed the successful War of Independence. Essential oils are having a major moment, yet they aren’t new. Oils distilled from plants have been used for thousands of years. On Wednesday, June 19, Debby Topliff (Turban) will cover their history, including biblical references in her Introduction to Essential Oils (FLL17). She will discuss their chemistry and emotional connections. Samples will be included! Professor Adrian Kerr begins a five-session survey of The History of the United States to 1815 with Session One: Early Days and Colonialization (FLL18) on Monday, June 24. Beginning with the original dwellers in North America, this session will take students through pre-Columbian Indian civilization; Columbus and Spanish conquerors; English arrivals such as Jamestown, Plymouth Rock and Massachusetts Bay, and France and Holland in the Americas. Other sessions will follow in July.

Calusa Nature Center (OTG03) is your destination on Wednesday, June 12. Who would imagine that there’s an out-ofthis-world learning experience that would allow you to explore an amazing nature center and the universe – available right in Fort Myers? Included will be a live animal discussion, a planetarium show, eagle talk and many other fascinating things to do and see. On Thursday, June 27, go farther afield to St. Petersburg, Florida, to explore The Dali Museum and Morean Arts Center (OTG04). Not only will you discover the life and legend of one of the most celebrated artists of all times – Salvador Dali – through his highly unusual paintings, sculptures and visionary explorations in film and life-size interactive art, but you will also explore the stunning permanent unique collection of world renowned artist Dale Chihuly, a pioneer of the studio glass movement, in the Morean Arts Center.

Technology Clinics

Resident volunteers will continue to offer free walk-in clinics throughout the semester to give you individual time for your own personal needs. Computer Clinics: Free Walk-In Clinics (TC01) will run weekday mornings from 10 a.m. to noon in the Woodlands Resident Computer Center at the Woodlands Commons. Google/Android: Free Walk-In Clinics (TC03) will run on Monday afternoons in the Resident Computer Center at the

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Woodlands Commons from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The Apple iPad, iPhone & MAC: Free Walk-In Clinics (TC02) will run every Saturday afternoon from 1:15 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. in the Community Room at King’s Crown assisted living on The Island.

Walk-in Computer Clinics are available throughout the month to help you get up to speed with your devices.

Stay Tuned

More information about each presentation, including any fees, will be found in your Academy brochure. Registration takes place at any concierge desk. Please review the Weekly Reminder, www.shellpoint.net and the daily SPTV show to learn about any changes to scheduled classes. For questions or suggestions, call Academy of Lifelong Learning Manager Teri Kollath at (239) 454-2254, or email terikollath@shellpoint.org. See you in class!

Summer Hours For Library and Gift Shop

Shell Point

Library

Gift Shop

Monday Through Saturday: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

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Shell Point Fitness Instructors Get Creative and Encourage Fun BY M I C H E L L E TO M P K I N S , W E L L N E SS M A N AG E R

You can find them teaching group fitness classes, training one-on-one to support residents in achieving their fitness goals or even in the office behind a computer, researching training techniques or preparing for a wellness program. The Shell Point fitness team has a passion for promoting a healthy, active lifestyle that emphasizes both exercise and fun. In fact, they’ve had a great time leading two creative and unique specialty classes last month. Early in April, Fitness Supervisor Anna Valle and Fitness Coordinator Melanie Brod led Beach Bootcamp, a class that took place on the beach at The Island. The class was designed to get residents to step outside of the fitness center and onto the sand. It was the perfect morning with a slight breeze coming on shore, just enough to keep participants cool as they took part in a series of bootcamp-style exercises, which included relays around cones, agility work and timed circuits – filling up sand buckets with water in order to get the heart rate up and challenge the cardiovascular system. “Everyone enjoyed being near the water, laughing as they did the relay and cheer-

ing one another on,” said Anna. The goal was to give residents the opportunity to exercise outside of the normal fitness atmosphere and to have a fun time while moving. “It was challenging to do the activities on the sand, we had to work hard,” commented Dawn Heintzelman (Sundial). “For those who may have missed out, the response was so positive that we will definitely be offering this again for the fall,” shared Melanie. If a bootcamp on the beach wasn’t enough fun, at the end of the month, the

LifeQuest Saturday Discussion Group Environmental & Educational Dimension

fitness team threw a Disco Fitness party which consisted of an action packed full hour of non-stop dancing to a variety of 70s tunes. Everyone was encouraged to dress in disco-inspired attire and each instructor led their own 20-minute, choreographed cardio routine to the music of their choice. The lights were dimmed and the disco ball spun as music thumped through the speakers. Residents and the class instructors “celebrated good times” and “boogied on down” during the entire fitness party. “So many of our residents love to dance and enjoy music from this decade that we thought, ‘Why not blend it all together, do a dance-workout and celebrate the end of season with a dance party?’” said Fitness Supervisor Anna Valle. The idea was to keep everyone moving to the music so they forgot about exercise and just had a good time. So the next time you think of exercise, think of how much fun you could be having with your neighbors and the Shell Point fitness team! Who knows what they will have in store next?

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve: An Educational Experience Saturday, June 15 at 10 a.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDL

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Residents are invited to attend this LifeQuest program to learn about the Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve, a local environmental attraction. The Preserve’s own Senior Program Specialist Kelsey Lang will discuss what a slough is, the types of habitats and creatures found within the preserve, the story of how the preserve came to be and how you can visit.

It’s Raining Golf Balls!

Look out below! A helicopter dropped the sponsored golf balls onto the turf at Shell Point Golf Course.

In April, golfers hit the links at Shell Point Golf Course for the sixth annual Bob Janes Memorial Golf Outing, which is hosted each year by the Lee Coast Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA). Proceeds from the annual MOAA fundraiser are used to support veteran scholarships throughout Lee County. “The proceeds benefit organizations that serve local veterans. We support Mission United, United Way, FGCU and FSW scholarships, and Junior ROTC,” said Brigitte Belanger, a longtime member and retired major. A fun moment during the day came from the skies above as a helicopter descended on the golf course.

“We sold golf balls to players, and then the helicopter carried them above a painted bullseye and dropped them onto the course. The golfer whose ball landed closest to the pin was awarded $500,” explained Brigitte. Golfers enjoyed their experience on the community course. “The weather could not have been more beautiful for our guests; it was an absolutely perfect day,” said Gary Keating, Shell Point’s director of golf. “Shell Point has been extremely supportive of everything we’ve done for Lee and Collier County veterans. We greatly appreciate the golf staff – they do everything for us, and we couldn’t ask for a better partnership,” said Brigitte.

A Grass Roots Effort BY ST E VE MO RTO N, D IRECTOR OF LANDSCA P E OP E RAT I ON S

Shell Point has started the process of replacing all turf grass on the fairways, roughs and tees of the front nine holes at Shell Point Golf Course. Beginning last month, the front nine closed for this landscaping project; the back nine will continue to remain available for play throughout the summer. The landscaping project will replace the course’s existing Bermuda turf with a special, cultivated variety of seashore paspalum grass. This type of turf grass has been tested in neighboring courses and should offer many exciting advantages to Shell Point’s course once the project is finished. For example, seashore paspalum is more salt-resistant than Bermuda grass. Considering that the golf course’s wells have salt intrusion, this type of turf is a better choice. Also, it’s more cold-tolerant and can repair itself during the cooler temperatures of high season play – resulting in a better experience for golfers overall. Finally, paspalum has an outstanding, vibrant green color that many players prefer over the blue-grey appearance of Bermuda grass. Depending on summer weather conditions, it is expected that this process will be completed in mid-October.

The Landscape team painstakingly prepares the course. Seashore paspalum is known for its vibrant color.

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June LifeQuest Happenings Six Dimensions: Physical • Emotional • Spiritual • Educational • Community & Social • Natural Environment For questions about upcoming events or activities, please contact the Coastal Commons concierge desk at (239) 225-2900. If you are unable to attend a program that includes a fee, one week’s notice is required to receive a refund.

PRESIDENTS AND THEIR FIRST LADIES, DRAMATICALLY SPEAKING

rant just strides away from Bonita Beach. Watch the dolphins play and enjoy the incredible wildlife and natural setting that Coconut Jack’s Waterfront Grille has to offer. The menu’s emphasis is on fresh, local seafood including specialties with a tropical Florida flair. Coconut Jack’s Waterfront Grille also offers gluten-free and vegetarian items, with prices starting at $12.

TUESDAY, JUNE 4 1 P.M. GRAND CYPRESS ROOM/WDL Shell Point will welcome back Bill and Sue Wills with their program Presidents and Their First Ladies, Dramatically Speaking. This year, the couple will come back in character as President and Mrs. Herbert Hoover. Bill and Sue have spent the last 22 years researching 34 presidential couples, traveling all over the U.S. offering educational and entertaining presentations in communities, schools, libraries and National Parks. Step back in time to learn more about the 31st president of the United States.

COCONUT JACK’S LUNCHEON WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5 9:45 A.M. THE ISLAND 10 A.M. THE WOODLANDS 10:10 A.M. COASTAL LINKS 2:30 P.M. APPROXIMATE RETURN COST: $3 PER PERSON (LUNCH ON YOUR OWN) LOCATION: BONITA SPRINGS Coconut Jack’s Waterfront Grille, voted Bonita’s best waterfront restaurant, is an award-winning restau-

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WALK WITH A DOC FRIDAYS JUNE 7, 14, 21 & 28 7 A.M. MEDICAL CENTER BUS STOP/IS Lace up your walking shoes and join Shell Point’s physicians in an exhilarating morning walk around the beautiful Island neighborhood. You will have the opportunity to learn more about the medical staff while getting physically fit together. Water will be provided during this outing.

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Call concierge desk to sign up. Island: 454-2282, Woodlands: 454-2054, Coastal Links: 225-2900

SATURDAY AT THE MOVIES: GREEN BOOK (2018) (PG-13)

SATURDAY, JUNE 8 2 P.M. & 7 P.M. GRAND CYPRESS ROOM/WDL

This peaceful morning outing will begin with a relaxing Tai Chi class on the Iona Art Gallery patio. Next, dig into the world of gems and unearth precious stones in a mining flume. Learn about the stones you uncover and take the gems home with you. There will be plenty of time to explore the art gallery and shop! The last stop will be lunch at Pho Fresh for authentic Vietnamese cuisine. Entrées begin at just $8.

SUNDAY MATINEE: THE AFRICAN QUEEN (1951) (PG) SUNDAY, JUNE 9 2 P.M. GRAND CYPRESS ROOM/WDL After a religious spinster’s (Katharine Hepburn) missionary brother is killed in Africa during World War I, a degenerate steamer captain (Humphrey Bogart) offers her safe passage. The spinster is not satisfied so she persuades the captain to destroy a German gunboat. The two spend most of their time fighting with each other instead of the Germans! Time alone on the river ultimately leads to love in this movie classic.

IONA ART GALLERY GEM MINING & LUNCH AT PHO FRESH MONDAY, JUNE 10 9:10 A.M. THE ISLAND 9:25 A.M. THE WOODLANDS 9:35 A.M. COASTAL LINKS 1:30 P.M. APPROXIMATE RETURN COST: $17 PER PERSON (LUNCH ON YOUR OWN) LOCATION: FORT MYERS

A working-class, Italian-American bouncer becomes the driver of an African-American classical pianist on a tour of venues through the 1960s American South. This movie, like the world it portrays, is complex. Sometimes the language is pretty rough, but it has something worthwhile to say. Green Book won three Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Supporting Actor.

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CLEARCAPTIONS: WHERE WORDS MATTER TUESDAY, JUNE 11 10:30 A.M. SOCIAL CENTER/IS Join local ClearCaptions Title IV ADA Specialist Kim Catania for an informative conversation. ClearCaptions is an FCC-certified telephone captioning provider that provides captioning services through mobile devices and home phones. Kim will share how you can receive a no-cost caption phone and captioning services if your hearing loss makes it difficult to use your home phone.

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LIVING WELL WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12 1:15 P.M. OSPREY ROOM/IS

DONUTS FOR DADS BREAKFAST BUFFET AT BANYAN GRILLE THURSDAY, JUNE 13 8:30 A.M. BANYAN GRILLE BANQUET ROOM/CL COST: $10 PER PERSON Rise and shine for “Donut Time!” Celebrate Father’s Day with an assortment of fresh donuts made by The Banyan Grille’s own pastry chef, Amber Ross. In addition to the delicious donuts, Banyan Grille will be serving a breakfast buffet with bacon, sausage, eggs, fresh fruit, juice and coffee. You “donut” want to miss this morning event that is dedicated to dads! All guests will go home with a special gift.

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MEDICAL LEARNING SESSION: LATEST ADVANCES IN HIP SURGERY THURSDAY, JUNE 13 11:30 A.M. SOCIAL CENTER/IS

Whether you’re a health and fitness enthusiast or just beginning your LifeQuest to wellness, you are welcome to attend this class. Led by Wellness Manager Michelle Tompkins, Living Well encourages a discussion on topics such as exercise, healthy eating, unique recipes and general wellness. Residents share their own input and ideas to create an active discussion. Every month is different and you are sure to leave with a better understanding of how wellness plays a role in daily life.

Join Dr. Peter Ameglio, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, as he discusses hip replacement surgery using the SuperPATH approach. Dr. Ameglio is one of only six trained surgeons in the State of Florida (and the only surgeon in Southwest Florida) performing SuperPATH. Its key lies in not dislocating the hip joint during surgery. Therefore, there are no restrictions on post-op movement. This approach also eliminates any cutting of critical tendons or traumatizing muscles, offering a faster recovery.

COMMUNITY THRIFT STORE RED, WHITE & BLUE SALE FRIDAY, JUNE 14 AND SATURDAY, JUNE 15 9 A.M. TO 4 P.M. 15501 OLD MCGREGOR BLVD., SUITE 2 Community Thrift Store will hold a patriotic sale in honor of Flag Day and Father’s Day. Save 50 percent off all items that are red, white or blue! Community Thrift Store offers a wide selection of high-quality merchandise, from furniture and appliances to home decor and boutique clothing. The store is located in Miner’s Plaza in Fort Myers. For more information call (239) 225-6529.

DARUMA JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE AND SUSHI LOUNGE DINNER MONDAY, JUNE 17 4:25 P.M. THE ISLAND 4:40 P.M. THE WOODLANDS 4:50 P.M. COASTAL LINKS 8:45 P.M. APPROXIMATE RETURN COST: $4 PER PERSON (DINNER ON YOUR OWN) LOCATION: FORT MYERS Enjoy superb Japanese cuisine that is both fun and delicious, awarded as one of the “Best of the Best” dining experiences in the Southwest Florida area by Gulfshore Life magazine. Select from the Teppan menu and be entertained with the Hibachi-style cooking at your table by wonderfully dexterous and expertly trained chefs. A traditional Japanese and Sushi menu will also be available. Dinner entrees begin at $13.

FAMILY FEUD GAME SHOW TUESDAY, JUNE 18 2 P.M. SOCIAL CENTER/IS Survey says: It’s time to play Family Feud! Participate in one of America’s top television game shows, right here at Shell Point! Watch as your friends and neighbors guess the most popular answers to survey questions just like you see on TV. You can cheer from the audience or sign up to be a contestant on a team of five. To participate as a contestant, call the Coastal Commons Concierge at (239) 225-2900. No registration is needed to watch.

SENIOR FITNESS TESTING WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19 10 A.M. TO 12 P.M. FITNESS STUDIO/CL Would you like to know how your physical fitness compares to others your age? Join Shell Point’s physical therapists when they conduct the Senior Fitness Test this month for residents of Eagles Preserve, The Estuary and Palm Acres. Those interested will be tested in strength, flexibility, cardiovascular endurance and agility. Sign-up is required by calling (239) 454-2256.

JAZZ AND ITALIAN NIGHT WITH RANDY STEPHENS WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19 5 P.M. TO 7 P.M. BANYAN BANQUET ROOM/CL COST: $25 PER PERSON Join the Resort Services team for a night of dinner and music. The Banyan Grille will serve a buffet featuring delicious Italian salads, freshly baked breads, lobster ravioli, chicken parmesan, pork saltimbocca, Italian pastry desserts and more. Randy Stephens, an accomplished jazz and blues guitarist, will be performing live music during the evening. Sign up by contacting any concierge desk no later than Friday, June 14, for this great night.

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FUSE BBQ LUNCHEON THURSDAY, JUNE 20 10:15 A.M. THE ISLANDS 10:30 A.M. THE WOODLANDS 10:40 A.M. COASTAL LINKS 2 P.M. APPROXIMATE RETURN COST: $3 PER PERSON (LUNCH ON YOUR OWN) LOCATION: NAPLES

THURSDAY, JUNE 20 2:15 P.M. TO 3:15 P.M. MANATEE ROOM/IS

Enjoy authentic southern barbecue from Chef Greg Scarlatos at the recently opened Fuse BBQ in North Naples. The menu at Fuse ranges from exotic wild boar chops to the innovative mac and pork sandwich; a marriage of pulled pork, pepperoni mac and cheese, and fried onions. Entreés start at $12. This is a delicious trip you and your tastebuds will not want to miss!

Computer Medics has hired an Apple-certified technician named Kris Rogeness, who repairs iPhone, iPad, iMac, MacBook Pro and MacBook devices. During this presentation, you’ll hear Kris talk about all things Apple. He is an experienced teacher and communicator. Come prepared with questions for Kris.

BEST CARE COLLABORATIVE INFORMATIONAL SESSION

Residents interested in learning more about Best Care Collaborative are encouraged to attend this informational session. Best Care Collaborative is an Accountable Care Organization (ACO) that partners with Shell Point. An ACO is a group of doctors, hospitals and other healthcare providers who agree to work together to keep patients healthy, proactively. Patients do not join an ACO; they simply become attributed because their primary care physician (PCP) has joined. However, if patients have other PCPs that they utilize more frequently or have changed their Medicare plan, then it’s possible they will not attribute from year to year. Attribution is determined by Medicare (CMS) through “claim utilization” and only for straight Medicare plans (not HMOs or Advantage plans).

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AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE AND THE EYE FRIDAY, JUNE 21 2 P.M. SOCIAL CENTER/IS Dr. Eccles-Brown of Elmquist Eye Group will lead an educational presentation about how common autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, Sjogren’s syndrome and Graves’ disease can affect the eyes. If you are interested in learning more about this topic, be sure to mark your calendar and sign up today!

THURSDAY, JUNE 20 2 P.M. SOCIAL CENTER/IS

COMPUTER CLUB: EVERYTHING APPLE, PART 1

MUSIC WALK FRIDAY, JUNE 21 4:50 P.M. THE ISLAND 5:05 P.M. THE WOODLANDS 5:15 P.M. COASTAL LINKS 8:45 P.M. APPROXIMATE RETURN COST: $4 PER PERSON (DINNER ON YOUR OWN) LOCATION: DOWNTOWN FORT MYERS The River District comes alive with music during Music Walk in downtown Fort Myers. More than a dozen participating venues feature live music by local and regional talent. From jazz and blues to rock and drums, you are sure to

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find a beat you will like. Restaurants, art galleries and shops will be open late. Enjoy dinner at one of the many restaurants in the River District while listening to the talented live musicians.

MONDAY, JUNE 24 1 P.M. GRAND CYPRESS ROOM/WDL Florida’s Everglades National Park is home to several unique and endangered species. However, this park has become a popular dumping ground and haven for non-native Burmese pythons. This film follows scientists and snake hunters as they study the problem and try to find solutions for the present and future.

TUESDAY, JUNE 25 2:15 P.M. SOCIAL CENTER/IS Nancy Bell (Junonia) will review The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World, by the Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu. The authors offer the reader a reflection on real lives filled with pain and turmoil in the midst of which they have been able to discover a level of peace, courage and joy. Discussion will follow the presentation and refreshments will be served.

DING DARLING FILM SERIES: INVASION OF THE GIANT PYTHONS

MONDAY CLASSIC MOVIE: STARS AND STRIPES (1990)

LIBRARY BOOK TALK

SAVE THE DATE

A SPECIAL SHELL POINT FOURTH OF JULY PATRIOTIC TRIBUTE

MONDAY, JUNE 24 6:45 P.M. SOCIAL CENTER/IS

THURSDAY, JULY 4 2 P.M. DOORS OPEN 2:30 P.M. PERFORMANCE BEGINS THE VILLAGE CHURCH/IS

This American Movie Classics original is a salute to those who worked to improve the morale of the soldiers fighting in World War II. The one-hour tribute is hosted by Tony Randall and is full of interviews and clips of Hollywood stars and others, taken during World War II.

Join Resort Services for this annual Shell Point tradition! Jennifer Gilmore will perform a “Patriotic Tribute” featuring the songs you know and love. Celebrate the United States and the courageous men and women who have served and continue to serve this great nation. Shell Point staff members and their families will provide apple pie and whipped cream.

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DIABETES SUPPORT

Support Groups ALCOHOLIC ANONYMOUS THURSDAYS, JUNE 6, 13, 20 & 27 • 4:30 P.M. SABAL ROOM/WDL This is a fellowship of those who share their experience, strength and hope with each other to solve their common problem and help others recover from alcoholism. This “open” meeting of AA welcomes those who struggle with alcohol issues. For more information, call the intergroup phone number at (239) 275-5111.

CAREFREE SUPPORT WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12 • 10 A.M. SUZY Q BOAT DOCK/IS This Connected Living group offers caregivers and care partners with dementia an opportunity to build authentic friendships while promoting a culture of wellness, community involvement and a positive life experience for couples. To foster easy participation, meetings will be facilitated by Shell Point staff with suggestions from residents for social outings of interest. Please join staff on the Suzy Q for a scenic, three-hour tour to Deep Lagoon Seafood and Oyster House for lunch together! Meet at the Suzy Q boat dock at 10 a.m. to be ready for a 10:30 a.m. departure, and a return to Shell Point at 1:30 p.m. Residents are responsible for the $5-per-person boat ride fee and for the cost of their lunch. For additional information, contact Healthy Living Coordinator Alice DiFalco at (239) 433-7939.

CAREGIVER SUPPORT TUESDAYS, JUNE 4 & 18 • 9:15 A.M. MEDICAL CENTER CONFERENCE ROOM/IS These therapeutic groups are aimed at helping residents deal with issues of being a caregiver for someone with a memory disorder, regardless of whether that resident is cared for in independent living, assisted living or skilled nursing. Sign-up is required. Dr. Nancy Spencer facilitates the groups and can be reached at (239) 454-2043.

COPD SUPPORT

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FRIDAY, JUNE 7 • 1 P.M. SOCIAL CENTER/IS Both insulin- and noninsulin-dependent diabetics are encouraged to attend this meeting. Each monthly meeting covers a different topic and includes open discussion. For more information, contact Stephanie Devlin, healthy living coordinator, at (239) 454-8246.

GRIEFSHARE

This is a special weekly seminar and support group offered in 13-week sessions twice each year. The next session begins in September. For more information, contact group leaders Jim and Judy Mayer (Junonia) at (239) 454-3139.

HEARING ENRICHMENT WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26 • 1:15 P.M. SOCIAL CENTER/IS Poor hearing can affect many aspects of one’s life. This group seeks to help residents cope with hearing loss, share information, learn about services and products that may help, and offer support to each other. This is a great opportunity to try out the assisted listening devices available in the Social Center. Friends and family are also encouraged to attend. For more information, call Janine Hammond, manager of healthy living coordination, at (239) 454-2186.

MEMORY CARE TUESDAYS, JUNE 4 & 18 • 9:15 A.M. BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CONFERENCE ROOM/IS These groups are designed to provide education and support to residents who have some type of memory disorder. The objectives of the groups are to identify practical strategies to help residents better manage their memory loss, address longrange planning and offer an environment that fosters a sense of purpose and heightened self-esteem. Please note that individual assessment is required before joining a group; individual appointments are also available. Kathy Fratrick, LCSW, facilitates the group and can be reached at (239) 454-2073.

PARKINSON’S ENRICHMENT TUESDAY, JUNE 4 • 10:15 A.M. KING’S CROWN COMMUNITY ROOM/IS This group aims to provide support and educational opportunities to those affected by Parkinson’s disease, such as a patient, caregiver, family member or friend. Meetings include speakers, group discussions and emotional support. For more information, call Janine Hammond, manager of healthy living coordination, at (239) 454-2186.

VISION ENRICHMENT TUESDAY, JUNE 11 • 2:15 P.M. SOCIAL CENTER/IS This group provides educational opportunities and support for those individuals dealing with low vision. For additional information, contact Katy Quinones, healthy living coordinator, at (239) 454-2101.

Thank You, Medical Providers BY M C K E N Z I E M I L L I S , K I N G ’ S C R OW N ASS I ST E D L I V I N G D I R E C TO R

This spring, King’s Crown assisted living residents and staff welcomed a group of Shell Point providers for an appreciation luncheon that celebrated the success of a new Healthy Living program initiative and recognized their dedicated service. Until recently, assisted living residents who wanted to pursue a preventative care visit with their provider would be required to travel to the J. Howard Wood Medical Center on The Island for a checkup appointment. But thanks to a newly launched assisted living rounds program, these medical visits can now take place with nurse practitioners on a quarterly basis – in the comfort of a resident’s home. The APRN Assisted Living Rounds Program Each assisted living residence is assigned to a different provider. Rocio Campbell, APRN, visits The Springs; Lewis Caldrone, APRN, visits The Arbor; and Carol Clark, APRN, visits King’s Crown. “The APRN Assisted Living Rounds program was launched in 2018 with the goal of helping to build a stronger relationship between assisted living residents and the Healthy Living medical services offered at Shell Point,” said Shell Point Medical Director Dr. Gary Goforth. The non-billable, preventative care visits allow residents the opportunity to ask questions and discuss their health holistically. These rounds are completed in the resident’s home in collaboration with the nursing staff from each assisted living building to build strong coordination and relationships between the providers and the nurses that care for residents on a daily basis. The appreciation luncheon hosted at King’s Crown allowed residents to share their gratitude for the medical team who serves them. “This is a great program! I greatly appreciate these visits and find them to be very helpful in providing me with an additional opportunity to collaborate with the Medical Center team regarding my

Dr. David Nesselroade with Ella Wolf

Christy Skinner, senior director of Healthcare Services with Linda Graham and Eunice Hoisington.

Lewis Caldrone, APRN, with Carol Nielsen Carol Clark, APRN, with Gordon Cathey.

King’s Crown chef Dana Brower prepared a special a fresh spring salad with shaved Brussel sprouts, carrots, walnuts, salmon for the appreciation luncheon.

overall health and wellness,” said King’s Crown resident Claudia Upper. “Having these visits occur in the comfort and privacy of my own apartment makes it easy, especially when I am feeling ill.” Shell Point providers strive to meet the needs of each resident on an individ-

ual basis, so that no two home visits are the same. Consider it just another example of how Shell Point’s healthcare continuum leads the way by offering innovative programs focused on prevention and the highest quality of life for all!

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Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Play Ball! Baseball Season is in Full Swing at The Springs B Y A M A N D A P E N D E R G R A S T, S P R I N G S A C T I V I T I E S L E A D E R

All three assisted living buildings joined together for a funfilled kick-off event to celebrate the opening day of the Major League Baseball season. Residents headed to The Springs to meet Sway, the mascot from the local Fort Myers Miracle baseball team. But Sway wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the only cute, furry creature representing baseball at the party! Nala also showed up in style. This pet therapy dog, who visits assisted living residents each month, sported a full baseball uniform. She playfully spent time with event attendees, many of whom also arrived wearing their favorite baseball team gear. The dunk tank was another popular attraction during the Amanda Pendergrast event, staffed by HCA and with Nala, the all-around good sport Donna golden retriever Kilpatrick, an HCA at The therapy dog. Springs. There was no shortage of residents lined up to throw pitches at the dunk tank! Meanwhile, the smell of good, old-fashioned grilled food wafted through the Springs Courtyard as the assisted living dining team prepared hamburgers and hot dogs for guests as well as tasty baseball snacks: popcorn, peanuts, Crackerjacks and cotton candy. Live music provided the perfect soundtrack to complement the event, along with beautiful outdoor weather.

The event was a home run.

Residents who stopped by The Springs Courtyard for Opening Day of Major League Baseball were able to meet Sway, the mascot for the Fort Myers Miracle baseball team.

Between the peals of laughter, friendly competition and great food, you might say the event was a slam dunk!

A beautiful day for an outdoor gathering!

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The

Art of

Living, Making and Giving BY CRAIG HANDEL

hen Yvonne Schneff (Sundial) and her husband Don arrived at Shell Point 14 years ago, Yvonne embraced the idea of pursuing an active lifestyle within a resort-like retirement community. She started with pottery. She read and wrote poetry. She became president of the art club where she painted a variety of art pieces. She created floral designs for the community. She continues to sing. She did woodworking. And she donates uniforms and toys to families in Immokalee. Some of the hobbies that Yvonne picked up along the way were activities she never thought she’d do. “I tell everyone I’m a jack of all trades and master of none,” Yvonne said modestly. Before retiring at Shell Point, Don and Yvonne pastored a church in Orlando for 37 years. Don was the pastor and Yvonne did a little bit of everything else. While there, she had the privilege of designing floral arrangements for the private jets of the president of Nigeria and prime minister of Turkey! Around the time they left the church, Yvonne started having exacerbations of Meniere’s disease. Meniere’s disease is an inner ear disease that typically affects one ear. This disease can cause pressure or pain in the ear, severe cases of dizziness or vertigo, hearing loss and a ringing or roaring noise, also known as tinnitus. “I had vicious vertigo,” Yvonne recalled. “One day I had hearing in my left 30

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ear, and the next day it was gone.” One time, Yvonne needed to be rushed to the hospital when she became violently ill with this disease. A nurse told her that they had to administer oxygen because she had stopped breathing. Then, about six years ago, her doctor referred her to a neurosurgeon who performed a procedure where he clipped the balance nerve on the left side of her brain. “I got my life back,” said Yvonne. And boy, has she been living her best retirement life.

Pursuing Her Passions One of the first things Yvonne did upon arrival at Shell Point in 2005 was to tour the Pottery Studio. “I never saw a piece of clay in my life. But I started fiddling around, got involved and really liked that. It was very therapeutic,” she said. Yvonne created a variety of pieces in pottery, but one accomplishment was a bust of her husband which she placed on a stand behind his recliner. “One day, workmen came to the door and rang the bell while no one was home. They peeked through the glass in the door and wondered why Don wasn’t getting out of the chair to answer the door,” laughed Yvonne. As a teen, Yvonne sang at weddings. At the couple’s church in Orlando, she was a choir director. At Shell Point, she joined her

husband’s band, Nostalgia, four years ago. The couple even participated in a community variety show. “Throughout my life, one song has led to another,” said Yvonne. “Don’s music is a ministry. It makes people laugh.”

Pushing Past Adversity After the difficult loss of her daughter, Yvonne channeled her feelings into poetry. “Sidra lived with Down’s Syndrome for 27 years before passing away,” explained Yvonne. “She was my sidekick, with me all the time. When she died, it left a hole in my life. To honor her, I turned to poetry – it helped me handle my grief and process my emotions.” Another thing Yvonne had never done before arriving at Shell Point was woodworking. But she picked it up quickly, making little box doll houses, fire and police stations, airports and farms. Yvonne wallpapered the homes and made intricate chairs, beds, furniture and vehicles. After her daughter passed away, Yvonne had the idea to buy presents for a needy family in Immokalee, the way she had bought gifts for her daughter. “I wanted to continue blessing others,” she said. Yvonne called Highlands Elementary, and school counselor Kate Hahn matched her with a student, who received the gifts Continued on page 32

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THE ART OF LIVING, MAKING AND GIVING Continued from page 30

as well as school uniforms. Since then, other students have also been able to enjoy Yvonne’s boxes as gifts. “I keep one in my room. The kids are very drawn to them. They pull everything out and play with the dolls. It’s a way for them to relax and it enables them to play, which some kids don’t get a chance to do much,” said Kate. “The boxes are unique. You open the box and find that everything in there, she’s built and painted by hand. It’s not something from a store. And Yvonne is so generous. She comes out and delivers the toys and doesn’t expect anything in return,” added Kate. Not long ago, Yvonne’s dollmaking efforts were featured on Shell Point Television (SPTV), highlighting how Yvonne buys wooden crates and takes them to the Wood Shop. There, she places a dowel across to make them into a wardrobe. She also makes little wooden hangers for the clothing. After the segment aired, people started bringing her lots of fabric to use. “I had so much that I realized what I needed was help sewing!” said Yvonne. “I asked God to please send me someone who could help.” Two weeks later, she was in JoAnn Fabrics when a lady passed her and complimented the fabric in her cart. “‘Do you know what I would do if I had that fabric? I would make a doll dress,’ the lady said to me. And I told her that was exactly what I planned to do,” Yvonne remembered. “The other lady said she loved making doll dresses. ‘Boy do I have a job for you!’ I replied. That was the start of my friendship with Sandy Simpson, who makes the most beautiful doll clothes,” said Yvonne.

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Despite experiencing personal tragedies and challenges, Yvonne has continued to soar as a person – even though the death of her daughter and her inner-ear disease could have grounded her. Just look at the evidence. Pottery and floral arrangements. Woodworking and 32

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Yvonne enjoys singing in the musical group Nostalgia and has performed at many Shell Point Variety Shows.

“It’s been inspiring for me to do things I never thought I could.” singing. Writing and reading poetry. “She’s a pretty talented lady,” said friends Bill and Lela Johns (Lakewood). “She’s a master of writing and getting words to rhyme,” said David Hauenstein (Cameo), who is the host of the popular show Listening to the Words on SPTV. “Yvonne can write humorous poems and serious ones. She’s a very talented woman at writing and singing and creating artistic

arrangements. Very gifted.” No, there isn’t any doubt that Yvonne has excelled in her quest to tackle retired life with enthusiasm. And, like the lovely person she is, Yvonne then shares her talents and gifts with others. “It’s been inspiring for me to do things I never thought I could,” Yvonne said. “In a loving way, through God, I want to keep doing things that bless other people.”

Spring Cleaning

For Your Estate Plan

BY ANNA SMITH, MANAGING EXECUTIVE OF FINEMARK NATIONAL BANK & TRUST

The close of first quarter means spring is upon us, and while many will be undertaking spring cleaning projects at home, now is also an ideal opportunity to dust off your estate plan documents. After years administering the documents I once drafted as an estate planning attorney, I’ve found most documents are plagued by the same handful of issues that can easily be cured with thoughtful drafting. Accordingly, we would all be well-served to review existing estate plan documents for any of the following provisions to ensure they will ultimately accomplish the intended objectives.

Provisions”). While intended as an avenue to simplify the survivor’s ability to access irrevocable trust assets, in most instances, these provisions unwittingly result in the survivor paying income tax on trust distributions they never actually receive, a phenomenon known as “phantom income.” Having this withdrawal right results in a taxable event to the survivor, regardless

Incapacity Determination An important function of powers of attorney and trusts is to name someone to handle your affairs upon your incapacity. What often is overlooked, however, are the provisions dictating when and how such incapacity determination is made, which ultimately impacts when a named fiduciary can begin acting on one’s behalf. Nearly every such provision I’ve reviewed requires the written certification of two physicians who’ve examined the person as to their inability to manage their financial affairs. Due to HIPAA and the litigious nature of our society, physicians have become reluctant to provide any written statement regarding their patients’ diagnoses to outside parties. The practical result is that family members are unable to obtain the documentation necessary to trigger the fiduciary’s authority to take over, and the incapacitated person’s finances end up being monitored haphazardly by family or in limbo without anyone to act upon or protect them.

5 by 5 Withdrawal Rights Many older irrevocable trusts provide the surviving spouse with the annual right to withdraw trust principal in an amount equal to the greater of $5,000 or 5 percent of the value of trust principal (“5 by 5

of whether the survivor ever receives or requests their annual distribution of trust principal. My experience in administering 5 by 5 Provisions has been that most survivors choose not to withdraw trust principal because they want to preserve trust assets for the next generation and don’t require the funds for living expenses. If this provision is part of your plan, it’s time to revisit your intentions and determine whether this should be removed.

Charitable Devises Documents often include charitable devises, whether to a client’s alma mater or charitable organizations, supporting causes

dear to clients. However, most documents fail to accurately identify the institution’s legal name and restrict the use of funds to the specific purpose or cause that the clients wish to support. Unfortunately, the slightest misreference can result in dollars not furthering the client’s intent. Here is a real-life example. Let’s say a client’s will includes a gift to a university establishing a scholarship fund for students in continuation of the family’s long-standing fundraising efforts for the university. However, the named university’s fundraising and scholarships are not administered by the university, but rather its foundation – a separate legal entity. As a result, funds directed to the university only support university operations. Because the devise did not identify the proper entity, the funds were distributed to the university and the scholarship was never established as the client desired. This was a unique circumstance and each institution has different rules, so it’s always prudent to call the recipient entity and ask for the proper entity name and contact information to ensure your wishes are carried out. While FineMark’s trust officers are not practicing attorneys, we are always happy to talk through these issues with you so you can have an efficient conversation with your estate planning attorney and update your documents, if necessary. If you have questions about this article, stop by the FineMark office on The Island or call us at 461-5999. We’re always happy to help.

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TASTE OF THE ISLAND BY JEANE HENDRIX, CLINICAL NURSE LIAISON

Shell Point recently hosted an islandthemed appreciation event for local healthcare professionals, to say “mahalo” for all they do. Not only was this an important opportunity to create and foster connections with the professional community, but also a chance to show off the five-star Larsen Pavilion skilled nursing facility and Rehabilitation Center. Guests were treated to a personalized tour of the Pavilion and Rehabilitation Center amenities, including the aqua therapy pool, private treatment rooms and freshly updated occupational therapy suite. Steel drums set the mood as attendees were pampered with delicious island-inspired food, relaxing chair massages and luxurious prizes. Guests enjoyed beautiful waterfront views as they networked with Shell Point physicians, therapists and other members of the healthcare team. The luau event provided a night of fun and connection as Shell Point gave guests a “taste” of its tropical locale, hospitality and outstanding services.

Healthcare professionals learned about Shell Point’s Rehabilitation Center.

Doug Potts, assisted living director, Arbor with local industry peers.

Even a pet therapy pup stopped by for the tour!

Guests headed indoors after registration, taking in beautiful lagoon views from the Pavilion’s tropical back patio.

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Julie DeWitt, director of nursing, greets guests

Clinical Nurse Liaison Jeane Hendrix toured local physicians through the Pavilion.

Sandi Brower, Pavilion nutrition services manager

Attendees of the appreciation event enjoyed games and appetizers before taking a tour of the facility.

McKenzie Millis, Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Crown assisted living director

The Healthy Living Team Grows B Y TA M M I E F R A S E R , M E D I C A L C E N T E R A D M I N I S T R AT O R

Shell Point is pleased to announce the addition of two full-time nurse practitioners at the J. Howard Wood Medical Center. To schedule an appointment with either nurse practitioner, please call (239) 454-2146.

Lewis Caldrone RN, BSN, MSN, APRN

A graduate of the Franciscan University of Steubenville, Ohio, Lewis Caldrone specializes as a family nurse practitioner. Lewis brings nearly five years of experience at Lee Health, predominantly in family medicine. This ongoing education and clinic experience has greatly enhanced his skills as a nurse practitioner.

Susan Moran APRN

Originally from New Jersey, Susan Moran has worked as a registered nurse in various fields for more than 40 years. Susan has previously worked at Shell Point, providing on-call clinical nursing coverage for assisted living, skilled and long term care. Now a full-time nurse practitioner, her outstanding diagnostic skills will continue to serve her Lewis Caldrone, RN, BSN, patients well. MSN, APRN

Susan Moran, APRN

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Those Little White Flakes BY ROBYN CHURCH, S A LO N & S PA M A N AG E R

Dandruff is one of the most common problems people experience with their skin and hair, but many people still feel more than a little uncomfortable talking about it. Good news! Those little white flakes don’t have to plague your black shirts forever. It is important to understand what dandruff is and what causes it. Dandruff can refer to any condition that causes a dry, flaky scalp, but most often dandruff is caused by a condition known as seborrheic dermatitis. There is no definitive cause for seborrheic dermatitis, but it can be triggered by stress, the weather, malassezia yeast or even your genes. Sensitivity to shampoo, not shampooing enough, and skin conditions like psoriasis are other potential culprits of flakes. Look to your pantry for a possible solution with apple cider vinegar. The vinegar has a certain level of acid content that decreases itching and flaking, while also

calming down the reaction to malassezia yeast. Mix equal parts of apple cider vinegar with water, apply it to your scalp, wait a few minutes, rinse and shampoo. In a scrub, baking soda has the ability to control an excessively oily scalp. Create a baking soda and water mixture, apply and massage it into the scalp skin for a few minutes, rinse and shampoo. If your scalp is more dry than oily, why not try incorporating oils into your routine? Tea tree oil can be very helpful in moisturizing dry skin. Additionally, tea tree oil has anti-inflammatory effects that

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can further soothe scalp discomfort. Tea tree shampoo or anti-dandruff shampoo are probably the best options for cleansing the scalp. Biolage offers two types of dandruff shampoo: one for dry scalp and one for oily scalp. We also offer a scalp microdermabrasion if scalp build-up is excessive or you’re looking for a deep cleanse. Stylists have seen dramatic improvements with actual clients here at Shell Point. If you are not sure what options are best for you, please feel free to discuss it with your stylist. They are happy to assist you!

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Remember to Roll Over Your Tax Free Gift for 2019 BY JEFF CORY, LEGACY FOUNDATION

Over the past several years, gifts to Shell Point through a direct IRA charitable rollover have become one of the most popular ways to give. Residents and friends have found that giving from their IRA to Shell Point can offer significant tax savings, and be an excellent way to invest in a meaningful project or program in our community. Giving to charity through your IRA has never been easier, but you want to be sure to be aware of these important items. Ten Things to Know About the IRA Charitable Rollover

1. The distribution from your IRA must be made directly to a charitable organization. 2. You must be 70-and-one-half or older at the time that the distribution is made. Please note that this differs from the required minimum distribution where you only need to turn 70-and-one-half during the year. 3. The IRA charitable rollover is permanent; you can do it this year and every year. 4. The maximum amount that can qualify is $100,000. 5. The IRA charitable rollover will satisfy the required minimum distribution. 6. You can roll over more than your required minimum distribution, and in addition to your required minimum distribution (up to $100,000 to charity). 7. The amount of the IRA charitable rollover does not need to be reported as income on your federal tax return. 8. Only distributions from traditional and Roth IRAs qualify. 9. To qualify, the distribution can only be for charitable purposes and cannot be designated for a donor-advised fund, supporting organization, private foundation or life-income gift (charitable trust or gift annuity). 10. No goods or services can be received in exchange for the distribution (i.e. tickets or dinner). In most cases, you will need to contact your IRA plan administrator or financial institution. Consult your professional advisor concerning your tax plans before making any gifts. If you have any questions or for assistance in making a gift from your IRA, please contact Jeff Cory, CFP, CTFA, or Maria Festa at the Legacy Foundation at (239) 466-8484.

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During this Academy of Lifelong Learning class, topics covered include why everyone needs an estate plan, estate planning essentials, estate planning check-up, follow-up after your estate planning check-up and planning for incapacity. Presented by Grace Gutierrez, Cummings & Lockwood, LLC Shell Point Life | June 2019

What Kind of Testimony? B Y R E V. A N D R E W H A W K I N S , P H . D . , S E N I O R P A S T O R , T H E V I L L A G E C H U R C H

It has been said that one of the most fear-provoking experiences for many people is public speaking. Glossophobia is the technical name. It ranks up there with fear of failure, fear of dying and, yes, fear of spiders! For many Christians, that fear translates into fear of witnessing. Even witnessing to just one other person. For many who believe in Jesus, the idea of sharing about the Savior with another person would provoke an increased heart rate and elevated blood pressure I was once an angry teenager with a basketball, and now I am forgiven and prefer right on the spot. to bless others. Some simply don’t feel qualified to could do nothing for him. He was comtalk about Jesus to others. They feel they need to have a theological education behind pletely dependent on the pity of others. Jesus came by and noticed him. That was them. What if someone asks a question they can’t answer? That’s terrifying. What useful in itself – after all, the man couldn’t if someone ignores them? What if it costs have noticed Jesus. And Jesus healed him. them a friendship? What if the conversation Made mud from his saliva and dust, put it on provokes an angry response? These questions his eyes, and told him to wash in the Pool of Siloam. He did, and he came back seeing. can be paralyzing to the believer. In Chapter 9 of the Gospel of John, First time in his life! Amazing. But, the interrogation began immedithere is the story of Jesus’ healing of the man born blind. He had been blind from ately. What happened? Who did it? Is this birth. He was a beggar. He used to sit near really the blind man who used to sit and beg? He was pressed into witnessing. It the temple and hope for alms. His parents

wasn’t comfortable. He had no theological education. The authorities didn’t believe in Jesus, so they were skeptical of his story. His parents were afraid of being put out of the synagogue, so they refused to corroborate their son’s account. But it turns out that witnessing is not as complicated as we might make it. The authorities discounted the healing because they viewed Jesus as a sinner. But the man answered, “Whether he is a sinner I do not know. One thing I know. That though I was blind, now I see.” That was it. No sophisticated theology. No profound rational arguments. No marshaling mountains of evidence. Simply, “Once I was blind, now I see.” What would your simple testimony be? “Once I was _______________, now I _______________. Once I was an angry, selfish teenager, whose god was basketball, and who had to always get his way; now I am forgiven of my sin, and take the greatest pleasure in blessing others. It doesn’t have to be complicated. We all love to share our stories. What is your Jesus story? Your simple Jesus story?

Shell Point Singers Spring Concert

Delighted Audiences B Y D O T T I E T R O N N E S , V O L U N T E E R C O O R D I N AT O R

As the decades pass, each one gives rise to hit songs and favorite tunes that stand the test of time. The Shell Point Singers celebrated many of these favorites during their annual spring concert in April, Songs Through the Decades. Director Peter Enns, along with

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his wife and accompanist, Mary Anne, once again led this resident chorus through another successful season culminating in a wonderful performance. The Shell Point Singers are a self-funded resident group whose sole purpose is to gather residents who love to sing and wish to entertain Shell Point friends and neigh-

bors. Each year, the Singers perform two free concerts, one at Christmas and another to celebrate spring. If you have interest in joining this un-auditioned chorus, which starts rehearsals in September, contact group leader Lynn Tutton (Eagles Preserve) by calling (239) 432-0845 or emailing lynn.shellpoint@gmail.com.

Shell Point Splash Vacation Bible School

Volunteers Needed Monday, July 22 through Friday, July 26 Once again this summer, Shell Point and The Village Church are joining together to offer Shell Point Splash, a free, weeklong summer program for children aged 5 to 11. While primarily designed for children and grandchildren of Shell Point’s employees, grandchildren and great-grandchildren of Shell Point residents are invited as well. The goal of the week is to build a foundation of faith in Jesus Christ during this amazing summer experience. Each morning, children will enjoy a number of fun recreational activities led by Shell Point staff and resident volunteers. Whether it’s outdoor adventures such as swimming at the LifeQuest Aquatic Center, cruising aboard the Suzy Q and a scavenger hunt, or indoor opportunities like board games, arts and crafts classes and story time. Lunch and snacks will be provided each day for the

kids by the Shell Point dining team. In the afternoons, Village Church volunteers and staff will lead singing, Bible Time, an Imagination Station and other hands-on, interactive activities that highlight life lessons from key Bible stories. Register no later than Friday, June 28 for Shell Point Splash by picking up a registration form in the lobby of The Village Church, or in the Human Resources office. Register early to reserve your grandchild’s spot, and don’t miss out on a week of funfilled activities! Shell Point anticipates hosting more children than last year, and those involved look forward to putting last year’s experiences to good use in making this sum-

mer’s events even more meaningful for campers as well as those volunteering. A.M. VOLUNTEERS If you are interested in assisting with any of the morning activities listed above, please contact Volunteer Coordinator Dottie Tronnes at (239) 454-2290 or email dottietronnes@shellpoint.org. P.M. VOLUNTEERS If you would like to help with the afternoon Bible lessons, please speak with Associate Pastor Don Pullen at (239) 454-2147 or email donpullen@villagechurchshellpoint.org.

Renewed

BY D O N P U L L E N , A S S O C I AT E PA S TO R , T H E V I L L AG E C H U R C H

Every spring for the last three years, a group from The Village Church has joined many other churches, parents and students to help two local public schools in the community of North Miami. Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center and Thomas Jefferson Middle School have been impacted as God used His people to preach the gospel, serve sacrificially and love unconditionally. Envision Miami, a C&MA ministry, has developed Renew the City as a one-day project that gives you the opportunity to serve others, work hard and have fun as volunteers paint, rake, clean up and do whatever it takes to help improve these educational settings. The school principals have expressed their deep gratitude for all that Renew the City has accomplished! Shell Point Life | June 2019

Natu re’s Notebook BY ST E V E M O RTO N , D I R E C TO R O F L A N D S C A P E O P E R AT I O N S

No More Looking Back In the shadows of the reception hall she held my hand, looked into my eyes and said, “Kiss me, quick.” Urgency was required because across the room we could see Carol’s mother, desperately searching the room for two hormonally intoxicated teenagers. Of course there would be kissing; it was a June wedding in South St. Louis, and Carol’s cousin had married his childhood sweetheart in the joyous occasion. The old cliché that you never forget your first love is only a cliché because it is true. I often think of Carol and wonder what has happened to her after all these years. Is she happy, is she in love and are there children or perhaps even grandchildren in her life? Recently while sorting through my old LP albums, I came across a record that Carol enjoyed and I played a song off the vintage vinyl while considering the poetry of Ray Davies. Walking along a crowded street I see thousands of faces before me. Then I see a face that I used to know Long ago in my life story. It starts me thinking about the things you said For your image is still inside me. The past is gone but in my head

You’re still walking along beside me. As my mind wandered from yesterday’s loves to today’s contentment, and even into tomorrow’s possibilities, the lyrics of this old song reminded me of a horticultural specimen at Shell Point: A plant that seems to have a past, present and future. I listened to more of the song. But lately I’ve been going to All the places that we once knew, And just when I think that I am free of you I keep seeing the things that remind me of you, And just when I think you’re out of my head I hear a song that you sang or see a book that you read. Then you’re in every bar, you’re in every café You’re driving every car, I see you every day, But you’re not really there ’cause you belong to yesterday. I cannot tell if brunfelsia grandiflora has memories or not, but its appearance would certainly make you think so. This Brazilian

native shrub starts as a teenage flower, resplendent in the deep, rich purple hues of youth. The following day the bloom changes color to a vibrant, middle age lavender, and on the next day the same blossom has finally matured into a regal white beauty. One of the common names for brunfelsia is “kiss me quick,” with all the obvious implications of the tenuous nature of relationships. However, the more commonly used name for this botanical is the “yesterday, today and tomorrow” plant. It’s fun to anthropomorphize this species because it seems so human-like. Like people, brunfelsia has an almost pictorial life span and its relative age can be determined at a glance. Perhaps the changing flower color reminds us of our precious loves’ changing moods. It is a plant that visually provokes us to live as prescribed by Dickens in the past, present and future. To discover the singular planting of “yesterday, today and tomorrow” at Shell Point, look forward toward the Arbor Gazebo behind the assisted living center located in The Woodlands. On the gazebo’s northeast corner is a small planting of brunfelsia grandiflora waiting to share its beauty and poetry with you. Like a first love, brunfelsia will be stuck in your head.