‘The Monuments Men’ author to speak at Saint Leo By B.C. Manion bcmanion@lakerlutznews.com
The author of the book that formed the basis of the movie “The Monuments Men” will speak at Saint Leo University on Oct. 21. The 7 p.m. talk by Robert Edsel kicks off the 2014-15 University Speaker Series for the school. The presentation will take place at the Greenfelder-Denlinger boardrooms of the student community center. It is free, and the public is welcome. Edsel’s nonfiction account of a World War II military unit that saved European art treasures from Nazi looting became the basis of the film directed by George Clooney. Robert Edsel The motion picture, released last December, stars Clooney, Matt Damon, Cate Blanchett, Bill Murray, John Goodman, Jean Dujardin, Hugh Bonneville and Bob Balaban. In addition to “The Monuments Men: Allied Heroes, Nazi Thieves, and the Greatest Treasure Hunt in History,” Edsel also authored “Rescuing Da Vinci and Saving Italy: The Race to Rescue a Nation’s Treasures from the Nazis.” He also co-produced the documentary film,“The Rape of Europa.” Edsel is the founder and president of the Monuments Men Foundation for the Preservation of Art. Besides his literary and film work, Edsel also was a nationally ranked tennis player and an entrepreneur in the gasoline and oil exploration industry. After his successful career, Edsel and his
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Hollywood released the film ‘The Monuments Men’ based on the book by Robert Edsel. The film starred John Goodman, left, Matt Damon, George Clooney, Bob Balaban and Bill Murray.
family moved to Europe during the 1990s, first living in Paris, and later in Florence. While in Florence, he developed a passion for art and architecture, according to the “Monuments Men” film website. He was curious about how so many monuments and great works of art survived the thefts and devastation of World War II. Edsel spent 12 years researching the story of the Monuments Men, which resulted in the publication of “Rescuing Da Vinci.” His second book, which actually used the
term “Monuments Men,” was published in 2009. In January 2012, Clooney announced he would write, direct and star in the film adaptation of the book. Saint Leo University is at 33701 State Road 52, in east Pasco County, about four miles east of Interstate 75. Free parking is available in surface lots and the campus garage. For more information about the historical Monuments Men, visit MonumentsMen.com.
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If you go Robert Edsel, author of the book ‘The Monuments Men’ movie is based on, will kick off the 2014-15 speaker series for Saint Leo University. Edsel’s talk will be Oct. 21 at 7 p.m., in the student center at Saint Leo University, 33701 State Road 52, in St. Leo.
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PRE-DIABETES LECTURE
Access Health Care LLC, 5350 Spring Hill Drive in Spring Hill, will have a lecture on “Pre-Diabetes: Learn What This Means, If You Have the Problem, and What You Can Do to Prevent Diabetes” Oct. 23 at 5:15 p.m. For information or to register, call (352) 688-8116.
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Commissioners proclaim Mental Illness Awareness Week The Pasco County Commissioners presented the National Alliance on Mental Illness Pasco County Affiliate with a resolution proclaiming Oct. 6-12 Mental Illness Awareness Week. NAMI Pasco bestowed awards to members of the community who have been instrumental with its mission during a banquet Oct. 9. Those attending the commission meeting where the proclamation was made were, from left, Commissioners Jack Mariano, Ted Schrader, Pat Mulieri and Kathryn Starkey, NAMI Pasco president Gloria Strother, Nancy Whitener, Commissioner Henry Wilson, Maryann Senderling and Nikki Drake.
ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVER DAY
The Alzheimer’s Family Organization will host a Caregiver Day: What You Need to Know Oct. 27 from 10 am. to 2 p.m., at Venetian Gardens, 201 E. Dixie Ave., in Leesburg. Guests speakers will be Dr. Kimberly Besuden, Betty Cunningham and Bill Maguire. Cost is $10 for AFO members and $25 for non-members. Refreshments, lunch and a certificate of attendance are included. Seating is limited.To register by Oct. 20, call (727) 848-8888.
HOSPICE REMEMBRANCE SERVICE
HPH Hospice will have a non-denominational, interfaith service Nov. 6 at 6 p.m., at HPH’s East Pasco campus, 37445 Clinton Ave., in Dade City. The 45-minute service
will be under a canopy and will feature readings, music, and tributes to individual loved ones. Veterans will also be honored. For information, call (800) 486-8784.
YMCA or Florida Hospital Wellness Center, by calling (813) 453-9042, by emailing ninevincents@gmail.com, or online at PCCZephyrhills.org or Active.com.
PREGNANCY CARE CENTER’S ‘RUN FOR LIFE’
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“Run For Life” to benefit the Zephyrhills Pregnancy Care Center is scheduled for Nov. 22. The event includes a 5-kilometer run, a 1mile fun run, face painting, live music and a farmer’s market. Registration forms can be picked up at the Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce,
Many health care plans must now cover a set of preventive services like shots and screening tests under the Affordable Care Act. To better understand insurance coverage, Bayfront Health Dade City’s free physician referral service is offering information on how to get the most out of insurance. Those who need assistance can call (877) 362-5321, or visit BayfrontDadeCity.com.
The volunteer program Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders needs volunteers in Pasco and Pinellas counties to offer free counseling and assistance to seniors and those with disabilities on topics related to Medicare, Medicaid, prescription drug assistance, supplemental insurance and more. A three-day training is provided. Transportation costs are reimbursed, and meals are provided. For information, call Sue Samson at (727) 570-9696, ext. 234. A volunteer application can be found online at FloridaSHINE.org.
VOLUNTEER AT BAYFRONT HEALTH
Bayfront Health Dade City, 13100 Fort King Road in Dade City, is looking for energetic men and women to join its volunteer team, including junior volunteers between the ages of 14 and 18. Opportunities are available in both clinical and nonclinical areas of the hospital. To learn more about the program, call Amy Fort at (352) 521-1195.
HOSPITAL NEEDS VOLUNTEERS
Florida Hospital Zephyrhills needs volunteers to help with such tasks as transporting patients to and from tests, driving the shuttle, distributing mail and helping with cafeteria, clerical, administrative and other chores. Volunteers must be at least 14 years old. There is a minimum requirement of four volunteer hours per week. Volunteers receive a free meal in the café on their workdays and are recognized at the annual volunteer banquet. Orientation sessions are twice a month. Applications are available online at FloridaHospital.com/Zephyrhills, or by calling (813) 779-6256.
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