March 2015 News of Sun City Center by The News of Sun City Center & South County

The News of March 2015 - ISSUE #80

...an official publication of the Sun City Center Community Association

Don’t Miss Sun City Center FunFest 2015

Health Fair

Vendors at the Health Fair will be offering information on health services and performing various tests in the Caper and Horizon room in the Atrium. Mobile units participating will be parked just outside the door on the Atrium’s east side. The Veterans Administration van will be in the parking lot on the south side of Cherry Hills.

Community Groups

O ver 100 clubs, community organizations and businesses will be on hand, offering food, information and unique handmade craft creations. Most of the club rooms on campus will be open welcoming visitors.

COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION SCHEDULE

March 5 Lawn Concert Band Stand – 3 – 5 p.m. 11 Board Meeting Rollins Theater – 9 a.m. 11 Membership Meeting Community Hall – 7 p.m. 17 Community Leaders Meeting Florida Room – 9 a.m. April 8 Board Meeting Rollins Theater – 9 a.m. 21 Community Leaders Meeting Florida Room – 9 a.m. Agendas for monthly Board Meetings will be posted on Official Bulletin Boards the Friday before and on CA website (suncitycenter.org – under “Association”). They will also be sent via “What’s New in the CA” email. Every Wednesday: Orientation for new members in the Board Room at 1 p.m.

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The Sun City Center annual FunFest is the C ommunity Association’s largest event, with thousands attending. Held on the Central Campus, 1009 N. Pebble Beach Blvd., it is free and open to the public. The event this year is March 21, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Entertainment

Solid Gold, Elvis (aka Bill Lindsey) and The Dukes will be performing their always popular shows in the Main Tent and Wonders of Nature will be in the Florida Room. Displays by Elmira’s Wildlife Refuge, C.A.R.E. and the Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center will be stationed outside the Arts and Crafts Building; and numerous SCC clubs will be in the Florida Room, Dance Studio and Lap Pool. The Front Porch Pickers will be entertaining poolside. Inside the Rollins Theater, the Pelican Players and Performing Arts Club, SCC Women’s Chorus, SCC Men’s Chorus and Par for the Chorus will be performing. All locations and times will be listed in a handout distributed by greeters at the event. (Look for the red balloons!)

Shuttles/Parking

All drivers, including vendors, should be aware that Cherry Hills will be closed to traffic after 8:30 a.m. Golf carts are encouraged and there will be designated parking for them on and around the campus. For easier parking, visitors are encouraged to park at the SCC Community Hall on S. Pebble Beach and ride the shuttle buses. The free transportation starts at 8:30 a.m.

from Community Hall, with the last bus departing FunFest at 2:30 p.m.

Sponsors

This event would not be possible without sponsors. FunFest Chair Susan Muise encourages visitors to pick up product and service information at vendor exhibits and to thank them for participating in this event. Contact for event information: susanmuise430@ gmail.com or 633-2479

New Equipment Installed at CA Fitness Center By Phyllis Hodges The C ommun it y Ass o ci at i on’s yearlong $80,000 Fitness Center project of installing a new circuit of 14 machines, four new treadmills and five specialty benches is completed—and these machines are beauties! It was a major effort for the Fitness Center Committee that consists of Chairman Ernie Kociban, Jim Blackstone, Kevin Burke, Doug Seipelt, Kathy Tanzner and Paula Terrenzi. Sam Sudman, CA director, serves as the committee’s board liaison. “The CA with the guidance of the Fitness Center Committee is committed to providing high quality physical fitness equipment to meet the expectations and needs of our members. Equipment is replaced according to its projected life,” Sam said. Although the committee uses a systematic approach for updating the Center, there has been nothing of this magnitude in recent years. Included in the 23 new pieces are replacements for 18 old ones, some of which were 20 years old. Ernie sends kudos Kevin Burke’s way for spearheading the selection process. “Many advancements have been made to

PHOTO BY PHYLLIS HODGES

By Phyllis Hodges FunFest 2015 is approaching fast. On March 21, the Sun City Center Community Association Central Campus, 1009 N. Pebble Beach Blvd., will be filled with thousands of people seeking several hours of merriment with entertainment, exhibits and food. The fun starts promptly at 9 a.m. with an opening ceremony at the bandstand and concludes at 2 p.m. This is the day Sun City Center invites the public to a showcase of its “active senior lifestyle.” Admission is free.

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Committee Chairman Ernie Kociban tries out the new Seated Calf Extension that is new to the Fitness Center as part of the $80,000 program just completed. He said that the project management experience of Kevin Burke, committee member (standing), was invaluable during the year that it took to complete the project.

make equipment better, safer and more ergonomically user-friendly,” said Kevin. “We talked to repairmen as well as

On the Inside Arts & Entertainment.................. 19 - 22 Bulletin Board.........................................18 CARE..........................................................37 Club News.......................................... 7 -16 Crossword................................................19 CryptoQuote...........................................23 Entertainment Corner.........................19 Faith & Services ...........................38 & 39 Golf Scores.....................................26 & 28 Library Update......................................... 5 Lifestyles..................................................... 5

Looking Back ........................................... 2 Meet your Neighbor(s).......................... 5 Military............................................32 & 33 Movies.......................................................22 Newcomers............................................... 2 Poem .........................................................20 President’s Report................................... 3 Sports............................................... 25 - 30 Sudoku......................................................33 Travel ........................................................36 Where Will You Take The SCC Story?.6

suppliers and managers of other fitness facilities before settling on Precor. It is a

See Equipment on page 2.

Did You Know?

During the work on the Central Campus parking lots, Hillsborough County allowed parking on Cherry Hills Drive. Now that our construction is completed, the “No Parking” signs are again in place. Parking on Cherry Hills is no longer legal and could result in a $153 fine. Note: Heard something recently that might be of interest for this feature? Send suggestions to hodgespress@ gmail.com.

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Looking Back

Volunteers of the Past

Sylvia Willis, History Society How did Sun City Center’s long heritage of volunteering begin? It began in 1962 with Stan Clark, who was assigned by the Webb organization to serve as “Activities Director.” Mr. Clark noticed one of the newcomers calling out “Hi, neighbor!” to another newcomer and was inspired to form the Hi Neighbor club in April 1962. All 295 new residents that year were given the title of “Pioneer Members” of the Hi Neighbor club so that they were already “one of us,” as Clark put it. We preserve the spirit of the club today with our annual “Hi, Neighbor!” event that introduces new residents to all that SCC has to offer. Clark conducted the earliest Town Hall meetings in 1962. He later used those meetings to recruit talent who would “manage” the Town Hall activities, which included the woodworking shop that soon became known as the Sawdust Engineers. He worked with the Woman’s Club to establish a volunteer library, dances, shuffleboard and croquet organizations, card groups and some early gardens. SCC now supports more than 150 clubs and organizations, most of which August 21, 1962, Del E. Webb Activities Director, Stan Clark are managed and run by volunteers. Clark astutely observed that putting volunteers in charge of the presents gravel to Mrs. David activities saved him all sorts of time and money, so that all he had to Affleck, first President of The Sun do was pay for whatever facilities were needed. This also meant more City Center Woman’s Club. and more residents had a new purpose in life, something of value to do, inspiring them to bring their time, talents and interests to their volunteering for the benefit of the whole community.

Equipment from page 1. top-rated supplier and highly regarded in the industry. We are getting positive feedback from our users.” Want Certified Personal Trainer Dennis O’Brien to show you how to use the new Precor machines? Current CA members can enroll in a 90-minute training program weekly on Tuesday and Thursdays at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Class sessions are limited to four people and you must register in advance with the FC attendant. A $10 fee is required to schedule a class but it will be refunded after completing the training.

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NEWCOMERS March 2015

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OFFICIAL NOTICE SCCCA MEMBERSHIP MEETING WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11, 2015 7 P.M. COMMUNITY HALL

President’s Report By CA President David Floyd

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT

It seems as though we have been mentioning this item for years, but we are only going into our ninth month of the project. When we first started, we mentioned that it could take up to ten months to complete. We were hoping it would only take eight to nine months, but we had some unanticipated events. These delays are common in all construction projects. We expect the multi-purpose building, the Information Center, and the Samaritans building to open shortly. The library expansion has been delayed due to the problem discovered under the original section of the library. A void was discovered that had to be addressed and fixed before we could begin the renovation of the restroom facilities. We are finalizing the library plumbing. We are working as quickly as possible to make-up some of the lost time. We know that this delay is not only an inconvenience for our members but also for our library staff and the library volunteers. The Roadway lip at Pebble Beach Blvd. North and North Course Lane has been ground down and filled to smooth out the transition to parking lot and North Course Lane. The blank wall at the new Information Center will have a Sun City Center graphic that will say – Sun City Center Community Association – Information Center. The signage should be completed in the next 3-4 weeks. Final landscaping will be completed after we receive the certificates of occupancy from Hillsborough County. Sod has been placed on the vacant land north of North Course Lane. The unsodded central section has been seeded. I would like to thank all the members of our community for their support, cooperation and patience over the past months.

OUR CAMPUS

Over the past year we repainted the buildings and roofs to improve the appearance and update our central campus. As part of this, we stuccoed some of the brickwork to modernize their appearance. We are reviewing trim colors for our buildings to further enhance their curb appeal. We appreciate the input on colors and decorating advice that we received from our membership and welcome further suggestions.

SOFTBALL FIELD

In January your Board of Directors approved an expenditure of $33,500 from the Replacement Fund to upgrade the softball field. The Softball Club contributed $8,500 towards the total cost of the improvements. The project was to improve the playing area, most specifically, the infield. The area was laser-leveled and resurfaced to improve the bounce angles for hit balls and improved the fields’ drainage. Working together, the Club and the Community Association were able to complete this improvement in a very short period of time. I wish to thank the club members for both their help and guidance on this project, which has reduced the potential for dangerous ball rebounds which could cause player injuries. The recent rains have shown that the work definitely improved the field’s drainage.

FITNESS CENTER

In January the Board approved an upgrade to the Fitness Center. On

February 10 outdated and worn red circuit equipment was removed and replaced on February 12. The old red circuit machines were moved from the original Fitness Center and had passed their useful life. The cost of this replacement is $58,000 and was from the Replacement Fund. We were able to sell the old machines to offset some of the costs of the new machines.

WI-FI

Wi-Fi has been installed in the Arts and Crafts building on Cherry Hills Drive. We are just waiting on Verizon to activate it. Our new buildings have been set up for Wi-Fi. We will be further expanding the Wi-Fi on our campus areas in 2015. We thank the Computer Club for their support in helping the Community Association expand the Wi-Fi on our campus.

ROADS AND SIDEWALKS

We receive a lot of complaints regarding the roads and sidewalks. Hillsborough County is responsible for the vast majority of the roads and sidewalks in Sun City Center. There are a few private roads which are the responsibility of the neighborhood HOA or POA, or the abutting property owners. The Community Association receives complaints about the roads (potholes) and sidewalks (broken or cracked); when we do, we forward the complaints to the county. We often get complaints about stained sidewalks. The county will not clean sidewalks. They will only repair them. However, the sidewalks are easy to clean. The homeowner can mix eight ounces of oxalic acid powder in a gallon of water and spray it on the stained sidewalk, let it sit for several minutes and rinse with clean water. The stains will be removed. Use gloves as the acid/water mixture is corrosive. The Community Association will clean the sidewalks along North Pebble Beach Blvd. in front of the office.

(Refreshments at 6:30 p.m.) 200 Members Required for a Quorum -AGENDAI. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance II. Approval of Minutes of the January 7, 2015 Membership Meeting III. Treasurer’s Report IV. Community Manager’s Report V. President’s Report VI. General Discussion by Members VII. Adjournment

LAWN CONCERT

Join us Thursday, March 5, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Bandstand and listen to the music of the 60’s and 70’s by Gari. This is a free event sponsored by the Community Association. Bring your own chair or sit in your golf cart and enjoy! Info 642-2001. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

CLUB/ORGANIZATION AMOUNT APPLIED TO Lawn Bowling Club ............$3,790 Turf Equipment for Lawn Bowling Courts Monday Movies....................$846 To offset license fees Ohio Club.............................$1,000 Hardship Fund Oldies but Goodies Dance Club...........................$500 Fireworks Fund Softball Club.........................$2,500 Their share of maintaining the Softball Field Softball Club.........................$8,500 Softball infield replacement

Directors Say “Thank You” to Volunteers

WHAT’S NEW IN THE CA

This is the heading we use for our email blasts. A great way to learn of what is going on in your Community Association is to sign up for the Community Association’s Email Blasts. Just provide your email address to the CA office and you’ll receive timely updates on what is going on in your association. You may also send an email to the association at sccboard@ suncitycenter.org and put “subscribe” in the subject line. The Community Association uses this email blast format to provide timely updates of events and items of interest in our community.

CLUBS

We are updating our website and still need many of the clubs to update their information for the website. We would also like new photos of the clubs activities to highlight our community.

By Phyllis Hodges CA Community Manager Lyn Reitz serves Linda Lewis at the Volunteer Lunch on February 12. Linda has served as Bingo assistant treasurer for the past seven years. The annual lunch is an appreciation gesture by the Board of Directors to the hundreds of CA members who work on CA programs throughout the year. About 150 enjoyed the delicious hamburger lunch served by the CA office employees.

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Meet Your Neighbors

Lifestyles RN Club Members Take Pride in Service

She has a diploma from the Florida Regional Policing Institute at St. Petersburg Community College and has arranged for reps from that program to speak and give training sessions. One experience of note occurred in 2011 when students from Rollins College signed up for a three-day course to study Human Trafficking. The concerns voiced by these students showed that the message was getting through —in June’s words, “I was never involved in social work; this cause is my passion.” But when she witnessed young people willing to take up the cause, she felt her efforts were worthwhile. June is a member of the Kiwanis Club of Sun City Center, Soroptimist International of the Americas (30 years!), the GFWC Woman’s Club and Public Issues Chair and the SCC United Methodist Church. She has been recognized numerous times, including 2010 Pinellas County Victim Services Award, 2010 Largo Mid-Pinellas Chamber of Commerce “Citizen of the Year” award. Since moving to Sun City Center, she was recognized with the 2012 Clearwater/Tampa Bay Area Task Force on Human Trafficking Distinguished Service Award and, in 2013 the GFWC SCC Woman’s Club “Volunteer of the Year” award. A person to be reckoned with, June Wallace, truly a “woman on a mission.”

By Phyllis Hodges When Minto Communities new Verona neighborhood is completed, the SCC Community Association will have added 200+ new homeowners. In addition to their SCC Community Association membership, which enables them to use CA amenities, the new homeowners will hold Renaissance social memberships. Verona’s grand opening in January featured four new luxury paired villa models. The models—the Palm, Banyan, Buttonwood and Magnolia—range in size from 1,503 sq.ft. under air to 1,862 sq.ft. under air. They are priced from the $180s. Two and three bedroom floor plans are available. All have open, great room designs, two-car garages and covered, screened lanais. Verona, a part of Renaissance, features a private gated entrance, resort-style pool and a selection of six paired villa floor plans and nine single-family home floor plans. The entrance is located on

PHOTO BY PHYLLIS HODGES

Minto Announces Opening of Verona

Chipper Drive (off South Pebble Beach Blvd.). Minto Sr. Vice President William Bullock said that Verona is the final neighborhood the company will develop within Sun City Center. Minto, founded in 1955, is one of North America’s leading builders, with more than 70,000 homes built—20,000 of them in Florida. The sales center is located at 105 Commercial Center Drive in Sun City Center.

By Phyllis Hodges Fellowship and a desire to assist with health-related community programs— that’s what has drawn retired nurses and other medical professionals to the SCC Registered Nurses Club since it was founded in 1972. The club roster is now 70+ strong. President Lynne Murphy says that their members seek out volunteer opportunities relevant to the health of area residents. After all, their By-Laws state as part of the club’s Purpose: “To promote and assist with health-related programs that are beneficial to the community as a whole.” For example, she serves on the board of the La Esperanza Clinic in Wimauma, which provides free medical services; several members volunteer at the SCC Emergency Squad and South Bay Hospital. A major program until recently was collaboration with the Kiwanis Club to take blood pressures at the CA Atrium. They have a search underway now for another community project. Through the club’s activities, members nurture friendships with those who share common medical knowledge and experiences. “Some of our members come from other countries and have a different knowledge base, so we value their contributions,” Lynne says. “Although we are continually trying to learn and be of service, not everything is serious; we like to have fun too.” The club has social gatherings as well as monthly meetings and field trips and all are well attended. Lynne says they visit medical facilities and select speakers who can keep them abreast of health-related trends and

PHOTO BY PHYLLIS HODGES

By Agnes Baker June Wallace is a “Woman on a Mission.” June is from upstate New York; a widow with two grown children and four grandchildren. She has a diverse background, some as a result of circumstances that necessitated facing situations such as her son’s critical illness which required a move to a warmer climate. Sarasota was chosen but the move also triggered a divorce and she was left to raise her children, Jeffrey and Donna, with no financial assistance. Facing that situation, June brushed up on her secretarial skills, going to work in an attorney’s office. That move also engineered a meeting with members of the “White Shrine” - a division of the Shriners - who worked with June in obtaining a prosthesis for Jeff, while the “March of Dimes” provided therapy and named him their Easter Seal poster child. She also met and married her second husband, Ron Wallace. With his encouragement, she continued her education and acquired designation as an Enrolled Agent, Certified Financial Planner and Expert Witness in Orange and Seminole counties. A life-changing event came when June attended a Soroptimist International meeting in April, 2009 and, as she related the experience, she had no idea her life was about to change forever, for the speaker was Linda Smith, a former U.S. Representative from the state of Washington. Her topic? Child Sex Trafficking. Listening to this talk June found her “Mission” and immediately went to work, ultimately founding the Tampa Bay Community Campaign against Human Trafficking in Largo, where she lived at the time. When her husband died, June moved to our community and, in 2011, founded the Sun City Center “Community Campaign” while continuing on as a member of the Clearwater/Tampa Bay Area Task Force on Human Trafficking.

Lynne Murphy (L) and Susan Muise discuss the role the RN Club will play at the March 21 FunFest. Susan is chairing the FunFest Committee and Lynn is coordinating the Health Fair that day.

developments. (As you might expect, relatives and friends often ask for health advice.) “Nursing is considered one of the most trusted professions in this country today. Each year, it comes out on top or near it,” she says. “Our members are proud of that.”

The SCC Registered Nurses Club will again be taking blood pressures at FunFest March 21.

What’s New at the Library?

By Elaine Birkinshaw Thank you to all who supported the annual library book sale the first weekend of February. We brought in more than $2,000 to help support library services for Sun City Center. We especially thank our maintenance department for transporting the three truckloads of books from the library over to the Atrium Building and our dedicated volunteers who sorted and organized the thousands of items. Although it is a lot of work, we always enjoy seeing the smiles on the happy shoppers walking out the door with their treasures. We are seeing a lot of progress with the library construction project. The new wing now has power and the restrooms are nearing completion. Our request system with Hillsborough County is fully functional again. When we were reactivated in early February, we received over 400 reserve items the first week. Mason Cross’s new hero Carter Blake is an agent who specializes in finding the unfindable. In The Killing Season, the first book in the series, Caleb Wardell, the infamous “Chicago Sniper” has staged a daring escape from Death Row and instead of going to ground is continuing his killing spree across the United States. With a national election hanging in the balance, the FBI brings in Carter Blake to find and stop Wardell by any means possible. Hailed as the most exciting character since Jack Reacher, Carter Blake is a man with unusual skills and talent. The Killing Season is a great debut for a new series of thrillers. For those of you who find real stories more thrilling, few are as fascinating as Deep Down Dark: The Untold Stories of 33 Men Buried in a Chilean Mine, and the Miracle That Set Them Free by Héctor Tobar. In August of 2010, a chunk of mountain 550 feet tall and twice the weight of the Empire State Building collapsed into a mine in San José, Chile. Thirty-three men were trapped for an incredible sixty-nine days. Pulitzer Prize winner Tobar has spent four years interviewing the miners, their families and their rescuers. Due to his exclusive agreement covering the first seventeen days of their entrapment, Tobar reveals details previously unknown about their miraculous survival. Happy Reading!

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Club News Sew ’N Sews Make Dresses For Children in Africa

Members of the Sun City Center Sew n’ Sews spent several weeks making sundresses for little children in Africa. Rick and Judy Maynard of the Sun City Center Methodist Church traveled to Uganda to deliver the dresses. They are part of a mission team working to provide medical care to women and orphaned children in northern Uganda. The Sew ‘n Sews is a non-profit club that has a long history of service to the community. Besides working on projects, the Club is a place to learn new techniques, whether one is an experienced sewer or a novice. They offer classes in beginning quilting/sewing, provide all the equipment and they always have a room full of members who are willing to help each other. The club is located in the Arts and Crafts Building on Cherry Hills Drive. It is open to all residents of the Sun City Center Community Association. Membership is $10 a year. For more information on becoming a member, call Linda at 813-390-2377 or email scc.sew.n.sews@gmail.com.

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SCC Photo Club Announces January Competition Winners

Winners have been announced in the January competition of the Sun City Center Photo Club. Perfect scores were awarded by club judge Rolf Sultzberger. Bobbie Ray received a perfect score for Pitcher of Magical Lights and Jackie Hanson received her perfect score for The Cat from Hell. In the Color Print category, at the Master level, Jackie Hanson won a gold for Soft Landing. Stan Lipski won a silver for Biking To Sullivan & Sons. At the Advanced level, Pat Jones received a gold for Broken Window. At Level 2, Rose Stack received a gold for Beached Buoy. In the Unassigned level, Ted Giencke won a gold for A Guiding Light and God’s Creation and Celia Staples won a gold for Moon Glow. In the Creative Arts Print category, at the Master level, Jackie Hanson won a gold with a Perfect score for The Cat from Hell and Stan Lipski won a silver for Eat Fish-Live Longer. In the Monochrome Print category at the Unassigned level, Madlyn Blom won a gold for Poly Tech Dreams. Ted Giencke Rose Stack received a gold for Beached won a silver for Caution-Caution in Flight Buoy. Collision. In the Color Digital category, at the Master level, Gayle Fisher won a gold for Balancing Water Drop and Norfolk Virginia At Christmas. At the Advanced level, Bobbie Ray won a gold for Aqua Luces Tampa Bay. At Level 2, Cheryl Levin won a gold for Scrap Electronics Components, Blue. Silver awards were given to Ron Shackelford for Pine Island Lizard, Gina Hebert for Red Hot Lily, Roger Kele for Watch Your Step and Alan Maser for Studying The Quran. At Level 1, Erica Collins won a gold for Springtime Splendor and Fred Durr won a silver for Butterfly On Flower. In the Unassigned level, Bruno Graziano received a gold for Forestport Reflection and also won a silver for Yellow Corvette. In the Monochrome Digital category, at the Master level, Gayle Fisher won a gold for The Execution and Robert Winch won a silver for Above The Library. At the Advanced level, Bobbie Ray won a gold for Remnant of A Past Life. At Level 2, Gina Hebert won a gold for Symmetry. At Level 1, Fred Durr won a gold for MossLaden Trees and Erica Collins won a silver Gayle Fisher won a gold for Balancing for Brick Road Home. In the Unassigned Water Drop. Level, Carol Deldhauser won a gold for Reflection and Bruno Graziano won a silver for Ginko Fall.

Art Club in SCC March Exhibitor

By Mel Solochek The Art Club in Sun City Center is privileged to name Claire Jacobs as its featured artist in the Gallery Exhibit for March. Claire shares her times between Sun City Center and her Canadian home on an island on Lake Ontario. Her earliest art memories are of tracing images at her aunt’s kitchen table when she was seven years old. Claire is primarily self-taught, complimented by selected community and college classes and art workshops in Ottawa, Brookville, Belleville (Ontario, Canada) and Florida. Her medium of choice today is oil. Pen and ink also hold a distant attraction, Having used ink washes as underpaintings. Claire is drawn to the human face: “The challenge provides a constant energy and feel good fuel. Feeling that I have captured a true likeness makes me very happy; catching a glimpse of the inner person in my paintings, makes me even happier.” Claire is the previous President of the Sun City Art Club. Open house for Claire’s, first time exhibit is on March 4, at the Art Gallery, from 1 to 3 p.m. You must see Claire’s artistic work and creative ideas. Come join us for art, drink and snacks.

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Club News SCC Art Club Art of the Month

SCC Photo Club Winner

By Mel Solochek The Art Club in Sun City Center presents Mel Solochek as Artist of The Month for March 2015. Mel presently serves as gallery director for the Art Club. He also has been interim publicity director, and has chaired several committees such as FunFest, Holiday Walk, “Hi, Neighbor!” and has served on several other committees. Mel is a self taught artist and Sun City Center educated in art. He has been taking lessons in acrylics from Anne Walker since he came to SCC three years ago. Mel has a unique painting style and loves bright bold colors. He is originally from Milwaukee, WI where he was a pharmacist and had his own business. He was also very active in a pharmacy buying, which he helped found and politically active on pharmacy issues. Mel moved to Florida after he met and married his wife, Roberta. Mel’s art work will be featured at: SCC library, Wells Fargo Advisors, 1701 Rickenbacker Dr., the Sun City Center Information Center, La Beautique Style Salon, 1649 Sun City Center Plaza Suite 102, American Momemtum Bank, 131 S. Pebble Beach Blvd, and the Art Club Window, 954 Cherry Hills Rd. The public is cordially invited to view the artwork during business hours.

Purple Butterflies News

On Wednesday, March 11, 2015, the Purple Butterflies will be going to Trader Joe’s in Tampa and then onto Mazzaro’s Italian Market in St. Petersburg for additional shopping and to enjoy a leisure and yummy lunch OYO. While at the St. Pete location, you may also want to visit the “new” Casa del Mazzaro’s. Both female and male guests are invited to join the Purple Butterflies for this trip. Meet at Community Hall on South Pebble Beach Blvd by 10:15 a.m. to sign in and get boarding pass number -- home by 4:30 p.m. Feel free to bring a visibly self-labeled, cooler/chest, to store any acquired perishables. They will be transported in the compartment under the bus. $14 covers bus and gratuity. Checks should be made payable to “Purple Butterflies.” Details about Mazzaro’s and the sign up sheet are on the front table at 610 La Jolla Avenue or phone Elaine at 634-3479 for more information.

Purple Butterflies 2015 Membership Drive

The Purple Butterflies of SCC, a chapter of the International Red Hat Society, has open membership for all KP and SCC residents. Dues for the 2015 calendar year are $10 made out to “Purple Butterflies.” Our goal is for ladies, of all ages, to join a fun and friendly group. Our club colors are red hat with purple outfit. We have year round, monthly, functions either in town or bus/carpooling trips. There are registration forms on the front porch at 610 La Jolla Avenue (self serve and open 24/7) or phone Elaine at 634-3479 for more information.

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Jazz Lovers Group

The Jazz Lovers will be enjoying the progression of jazz as cool jazz gives rise to many new styles and rhythms with Latin and Cuban leading the way. All are invited on Friday, March 20 in the Ripple Room of the Kings Point North Clubhouse from 2 to 4 p.m. For more information contact: Bill Ferron at 938-3571.

It’s Grand Prix Time with the British Connection

Following the success of last year’s “Royal Ascot-A Day At The Races,” the British Connection invites members and guests to the nostalgic “British Grand Prix at Brands Hatch-UK’s Best Loved Race Circuit,” an evening of fun and food to be held on Tuesday, March 24, 6 to 9 p.m., in the Florida Room of the SCC Atrium Building. Fancy fascinators and stylish hats are encouraged for this social season event! Traditional British cuisine of shepherd’s pie and chicken curry with salad and dessert will be served along with tea, coffee and soda; bring your adult beverage of choice. Tickets are $12 for members and $15 for guests. Send checks payable to British Connection to 2303 Oxford Center Place, Sun City Center, FL 33573 no later than March 14, 2015. Become a member of the British Connection by including an additional check for $5 per person for the annual fee. If you have any questions about the event, please call Jackie Amos at 989-430-7004.

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Club News Celebrate St Patrick’s Day with The Irish Connection

By Robbin Stratton-Upson Celebrate St Patrick’s Day with The Irish Connection at their annual Emerald Isle dinner party on Thursday, March 12, at 6 p.m. in the Florida Room of the Atrium Building, 945 N. Course Lane, Sun City Center, FL, 33573. Enjoy a full buffet dinner of Chicken Cordon Bleu and Cod Fillet with Lemon Butter Sauce followed by dessert. One of the top competitive Irish Dancing schools in the USA will perform a traditional Celtic program and for you leprechauns who like to dance, a second musical entertainer will be sure to get your feet moving! Cost is $25 Member/$30 Non-member (accompanied by IC Member) and to reserve your table, make checks payable to ‘Irish Connection’ and mail to Bonnie Matthys -1805 Butterfly PL, SCC, FL 33573. For event info, call Kathy Lyons 813.633.2951 or Bonnie Matthys 813.642.8663. Bring your adult beverage of choice and your CA/KP membership badge, per the CA/KP rules, for entry. For membership information, please contact Joan Weening 813.633.5274 or go to www.sccirishconnection.com.

2015 British Connection Board Announced

The British Connection finalized its new board for 2015 on Monday, January 26, 2015, in the Kings Point Le Perk Bistro with positions unanimously voted for as follows: President Margaret Davis, Vice President Linda Peterson and Heather Holmes, Treasurer Terry Harris, Secretary Jennifer Johnson, Membership Nora Baker, Publicity/Printing Chair Robbin Stratton-Upson, Board Membersat-Large for Events Jackie Amos, Dianne Zwicker, Veronica Harris, and Pam Treadwell and Events Decorating Chair Donna McLennan. Special recognition is noted for Linda Peterson for her Front L to R: Vice President Linda past devoted service as President. For Peterson, President Margaret Davis, membership information, please call Treasurer Terry Harris, Secretary Jennifer Johnson. Nora Baker at 813.634.2332.

Woman’s Club Meets

By Uta Kuhn The Meeting of the GFWC Woman’s Club, which was held in January at Community Hall was a huge success. In cooperation with help from volunteers of the Nearly New Shop, Club members and about 50 visitors from the Nearly New Shop enjoyed a great Fashion Show. Models were volunteers from the Shop,who modeled clothing available at Nearly New. They deserve a great big “THANK YOU” The meeting also included lunch as always, served by Banquet Masters. Everyone who attended had a wonderful time, and walked away feeling happy about their experience. Since January is “WEAR A HAT MONTH” many Club Members wore hats to the event. All in all, it was a memorable meeting, which will not soon be forgotten. The members of the Woman’s Club would like to take this opportunity to say “THANK YOU” to everyone for their hard work in making this event such a wonderful enjoyable event. Last but not least, if you have never been to the Nearly New Shop, you don’t know what you are missing. If you would like to become a member of the Club, please contact Pat Huisinga, 815-275-0001.

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SCC Men’s Club Lifeline Volunteers of the Month

By Jay Sparkman Glenn Loucks, left, and Sam Sudman have been named Volunteers of the month of February for the Sun City Center Men’s Club Lifeline Program. Glenn and Sam are cited for their 100 hours of volunteer time with the program. Lifeline is a medical alert program from Phillips Lifeline and is the primary project of the Men’s Club. Club members are the volunteer installers, trainers, and problem solvers of the program. Through December 2014 there were 690 subscribers in Sun City Center and Kings Point. For more information about Lifeline please call the Lifeline office at 813-633-7091 or stop by the office located behind the SCCCA info center.

SCC Organ & Keyboard Club

The Organ and Keyboard Club is alive and well and growing in numbers. Our regular meeting held on Thursdays 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Thursday starts off with a “star of the week” playing for our listening pleasure with a the lesson beginning a 9:30 a.m. The club is most fortunate to have Professional Teachers that spend time with the students. One-on-one meeting is Friday 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. for help sessions For information call Bob Mulcahy 813-633-4628.

Italian Club Election Night

The Italian Club will have an free ice cream social for its Election Night. This is for 2015 paid up members ONLY. The event will take place at the Kings Point Borini Theater on Tuesday, March 10. The doors will open at 6 p.m. The elections will be held at 6:30 p.m. Ice cream will be served after the election. Salvina will DJ until 9 p.m. Reservations are needed. To reserve your place, please call Tom Barba at 813-633-0264.

Irish Connection Travelogue Party Huge Success

By Robbin Stratton-Upson The first Irish Connection party for 2015, on the 18 of January, found 64 packing the Caper Room of the Atrium Building. Everyone dined on finger foods/hors d’oeuvres, organized by Kathy Lyons’ social committee, after a warm welcome by President Paddy Cooney. A short of the SCC 2014 Golf Car Parade, featuring the IC’s winning carousel entry, was shown with special recognition of Larry Vaughan and Ian Donnelly and a request by Larry for any new volunteers or ideas for our future participation. An excellent musical tour of Ireland travelogue was thoroughly enjoyed by all which covered the entire island with Dr. Roy Johnston, who was born in County Tyrone in Northern Ireland, discussing how interesting travel to Belfast is today with its rich historic culture. Anyone who is Irish, of Irish extraction, or anyone who has an interest in Ireland, are welcome to join the Irish Connection Club which was formed with the object to promote all things Irish, including Culture, History and Music. For membership information, please call Joan Weening 813.633.5274 and for the latest online news, see the Irish Connection website, recently created by member Jack Lyons, at www.sccirishconnection.com.

IC President Paddy Cooney welcoming all to the IC Travelogue Party.

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Club News Sun City Center Audubon Club March Workshop

Photo of Common Yellowthroat by Ray Webb A workshop titled “Spring Bird Migration” will be sponsored by the Sun City Center Audubon Club on Tuesday, March 17, 2015, at 9 a.m. in Community Hall. The program is open to the public and free of charge. Ray Webb, Master Birder of the Audubon Club, will present the workshop, which will last about 45 minutes to one hour. He will include pictures of migratory birds with their breeding plumage, such as Tanagers, Orioles, Grosbeaks, and Warblers. At the end of the presentation, those who are interested will carpool to Ft. Desoto to view any birds that are migrating or may be permanent residents.

Sun City Center Photo Club

Meets Tuesday, March 10 at 6:30 p.m. in the Caper Room. Come and meet professional photographer and photo journalist, John Livernois. Originally from East Hartford, Connecticut, John resides in North Port, Florida. He has been involved in photography for over 40 years. He owned his own business, Livernois Photography, specializing in weddings and portraits. He has worked as a photojournalist for the East Hartford Gazette and as photographer for the Pratt and Whitney Aircraft Company. He also served as past president of the East Hartford Art League and has held various positions in several camera clubs in the Connecticut and Massachusetts area. John has been a guest speaker and lecturer for many clubs and events throughout New England and Florida, including the NECCC annual photo conference. He has served as a judge and exhibitor winning over 800 awards and medals from the PSA, NECCC and various camera clubs, including slide and print of the year in both color and black and white. He is also distinguished with the title of “Master Photographer.” He currently is a member of Photo Adventures Camera Club and past president of the Florida Camera Club Council. At 6:30 p.m., we will have a tutorial program, followed by the regular program at 7 p.m. This is an open meeting and you do not have to be a member to attend. Dues for the 2015 year remain at $20 per person or $30 per household couple and provide access to club activities, competitions and classes as well as the photo lab with computers, scanners and large format printers. For more information on the club and its activities, please see our website at www.photoclubscc.com or visit the learning lab at 960D Cherry Hills Drive.

Heartland Club Potluck Party

By Stephanie Casey The Heartland Club social group is hosting a potluck dinner on Saturday, March 28th, in the Kings Point North Banquet Room. This will be the final gathering of the club until Fall. Former or current residents (Snow Birds) of Minnesota, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, Missouri and Kansas are all invited to join in the fun. Anyone in the greater Sun City Area with ties to the Heartland is welcome. The get together is free for paid members or costs $2 for nonmembers. The Club will provide the meat, coffee and tea. Guests are asked to BYOB and provide a salad, side dish or dessert to serve 8 to 10 people. The party is “pay at the door” but to facilitate the ordering of the main dish, reservations must be made no later than Wednesday, March 25th. E-Mail Sylvia Eddens at franknsyl@tampabay.rr.com to reserve your place at this evening of camaraderie and fun. Hope to see you at 5 p.m. on March 28.

The Irish Connection Movie Night

Monday Mar. 9th 6:30 p.m. at the Rollins Theater. Feature: RUDY Starring Ned Beatty and Sean Astin as Rudy. Real life story of a midwest steel town lad that grows up dreaming of, someday, attending Notre Dame and playing football for the Fighting Irish despite significant obstacles. A tale of persistence and the triumph of the human spirit. With sub titles. All in SCC welcome. Bring every friend you have.

Come Celebrate Love Around the World

The SCC Women’s Chorus cordially invites you to celebrate musically the many aspects of love in our lives. They will be presenting their spring concert on Sunday, March 22, 2015 at 3 o’clock in the main sanctuary of St. Andrew Presbyterian Church. The church is located at 1239 Del Webb West Blvd in Sun City Center, Florida. No tickets are necessary, but a free will offering will be collected. Their concerts are always highly anticipated and delightful for those attending. So don’t miss out and come join them for this celebration of love from around the world in song. We invite you to visit our Facebook page; just type “Facebook SCC Women’s Chorus” in your Google or other search engine box. You don’t need a Facebook account to view our page.

Italian Club East Coast Sandwich Night

The Italian Club will hold its East Coast Sandwich Night on Tuesday, April 14th at the KP Borini Theater. The doors will open at 5:30PM. There will be a choice of Eggplant Parmigiana, Sausage, Peppers & Onions or Meatball Parmigiana. Salad, coffee and soda will be provided. BYOB. Entertainment will be by “The Dukes”. Members $12 and guests $14. Tickets will be sold in the KP North Club on Thursday, March 23rd and Friday, March 24th from 9 to noon. Please indicate your choice of sandwich on your check. Tables of 8, please keep your checks together. For information, please call Tom Barba at 633-0264. Cut-off date: April 8th. See

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Club News St. Patrick’s Dinner Dance

Another great party sponsored by the Michigan Club! St Patrick’s Day Dinner Dance - Tuesday March 17 - Borini Theater - 5 p.m. Corned Beef and Cabbage or Ham if you wish, Green Beer - BYOB. Dance to the music of Bobby Remp. Members $18 Guests $20 - tables for eight are available. Ticket sales every Tuesday 9 a.m. to noon - KPN Lobby. Questions? call 813.419.4080.

‘66 Chevelle Super Sport Is Cruiser of the Month

A pristine and powerful 1966 Chevelle Super Sport owned by Jerry Dixon of Sun City Center is the Roamin’ Oldies February cruiser of the month. The Super Sport was a serious muscle car right from the factory, with a 396-cubic inch V8 and an available 4-speed transmission. Jerry’s car, with the engine upgraded to 496 cubic inches and matched to a five-speed Tremec transmission, is a great deal stronger. A long-time racer and enthusiast, Jerry said he’s been looking for 15 years for the just-right ’66 Chevelle. The one he found only three months ago already is a show winner, and looks to be a formidable competitor should he decide to go back to racing. The Roamin’ Oldies host a cruise-in from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. the first Thursday of every month in the Apollo Beach Winn-Dixie Plaza on US41, with a rain date the following Thursday. There is no charge for spectators or participants, who vote to select the cruiser of the month. About 100 of the area’s finest antique and collectible cars often take part, accompanied by classic oldies music played by DJ Joey Ferrante. The event is sponsored by Thompson’s Auto Parts and Sun City Center Funeral Home. For information, call Chet at 813-842-1511.

Rays Coach Speaks to Men’s Club

Tom Foley, bench coach for the Tampa Bay Rays, was guest speaker at the January meeting of the Sun City Center Men’s Club. Foley entertained the 240 members and guests with thoughts about the current makeup of the Rays roster and the recent changes of players, managers, and administrative staff. Foley, who played for 13 years in the major leagues, also related some of his experiences as a player and spoke of how technology has made a big change in baseball. Pictured from left, Ron Pelton, Men’s Club President, Tom Foley, and Art Smith, Men’s Club President Elect. The Men’s Club is open to residents of Sun City Center and Kings Point. For more information call Jon Lehr at 813-260-3058.

Ode to Cheese with the Wisconsin Club

This 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle Super Sport owned by Jerry Dixon of Sun City Center is the Roamin’ Oldies Car Club February Cruiser of the Month.

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The cheeseheads of The Wisconsin Club of SCC/KP are at it again! They will be concluding their successful social season with ODE TO CHEESE NIGHT, on Thursday, March 12, 2015 at Community Hall in SCC from 5 to 7 p.m. Doors will close promptly at 5:15, to accommodate the full program of activities. So, you don’t want to be late and miss any of the fun, doncha know. Community Hall is located on S. Pebble Beach Blvd in SCC. Bring yourself, your friends and your favorite beverage for a night of cheese sampling complete with some other delicacies. We’re not talking your mom’s American cheese slices either! There will be a presentation on the various cheeses to be sampled, fun facts about cheese, cheese making, games and prizes. Everything else you need on the table and for the night will be provided. The cost will be $5 per person and you must have your reservations to Hede Horne no later than Friday, March 6, 2015. Please mail your reservation and payment to 1226 Caloosa Creek Court, SCC 33573. Make your check payable to: The Wisconsin Club. For question, please contact Hede Horne, Treasurer, at 813-634-0712; Art Droege, President at 813-633-6165; or Bev Hetzel, Membership at 309-236-2900.

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March 2015

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Club News New York Empire State Club

“A ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION” Dinner Dance Meeting on March 3, 2015 at Kings Point Borini Room at 5 p.m. Entertainment by GARI, food by Banquet Masters. Appetizer table at 5 p.m. Buffet menu: corned beef and cabbage with horseradish and mustard, shepherds pie, carved sugar glazed ham, oven roasted potatoes, fresh garden veggies, tossed salad and rolls with butter. Desserts, iced tea and soda also available. BYOB. Members $18.50 per person, guests $22.50 per person. Make checks payable to NEW YORK CLUB and send to “Frank Gatto, 1925 New Bedford Drive, SCC” or Phyllis Scali, 2030 Heathfield Court in Kings Point.” Phone 813.633.8942. If you need reserved seating of eight or more please mail checks together.

Canadian Club Farewell Dinner and Dance

The Canadian Club of Kings Point will host a dinner and dance in the Borini Theatre on Tuesday March 24th. All Canadians residing in Kings Point and Sun City Center, are invited to attend. Live entertainment will be provided by “Elvis” (Billy Lindsey). This year, a Western theme will be featured and Western dress is encouraged. A catered meal will be provided by Banquet Masters. Doors open at 5 p.m. for hor d’oeuvres. Dinner at 6 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person and will and will be available at Kings Point North Clubhouse Lobby Friday, March 6, Monday, March 9 and Thursday, March 12 between 10 a.m. and noon. Book your table soon. The deadline to book your tickets is Tuesday March 17. For more information, phone Barb, 813-938-3832.

Computer Club Meeting: Let’s Make a Movie

At the March 4 meeting, Phil Sorrentino will show how to create your own movies, and create a DVD for use on any home DVD player, using Movie Maker. It offers the ability to create and edit videos, as well as to publish them on OneDrive, Facebook, YouTube, and Flickr. Come and learn how to use this fun product. This meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Florida Room. All SCC members and KP residents are invited. For details, contact Mary Boyes at 813-205-8025.

German-American Club Elects New Officers

These new officers will jump right in and lead the club in its busy winter and spring activities. March 20 – Fasching/Mardi Gras Party in Community Hall, March 21 & 22 German Heritage Festival to be held in Casselberry, FL.

Computer Club Classes

Basic Picture Management March 3 or March 17, 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon $10 Members / $15 Non-members A basic workshop of approximately three (3) hours describing methods of transferring pictures from camera to computer; organizing and storing pictures; some basic editing functions and printing and other publications of your pictures. Windows 8.1 Workshops March 9 or 25, 9 a.m. - 12 noon $10 Members / $15 Non-members This workshop is designed to familiarize you with Windows 8.1. In class we will show you how to navigate around and between the desktop and start screen. We will customize the start screen and play with some of the cool apps that are included. Among other subjects will cover antivirus, Microsoft accounts, search, and hot corners. Basic iPad/iPhone for Seniors March 10 or 27, 9 a.m. - 12 noon $10 Members / $15 Non-members The iPad is almost a computer, but not quite. You can check email, carry your books and music around with you, and have fun playing games. Adjust the size of the readable text on the screen, too. We will go through the iPad setup to make your life easier and fun. This class could be used in conjunction with another class on how to get your music onto your computer and devices. Prerequisites: You need your own iPad that you bring to the workshop, along with the charger and USB cord. You will also need a Hillsborough County Library card in order to download a book from the library. You can get a library card at the library on 19th Ave or, with a bit more lead time, here at the SCC Library. Tuning Your PC Workshop March 19 or March 24, 9 a.m. - 12 noon $30. For Computer Club Members Only Is your PC or laptop running slow, long boot times, do you wait forever for web pages to come up? This workshop will teach you how to remove spyware, viruses, browser add-ons, bad registry entries, junk files, and other problems that slow down your system. You will work on your own computer and be able to see the results immediately. You will also receive a disk with the programs you will be using in the workshop. The workshop will begin at 9 a.m., so come a few minutes early to set up your computer. Only six slots will be available, so register early. Payment must be included with your registration. How to Backup your Data with Synctoy March 23, 9 - 11 a.m. $10 Members / $15 Non-members Synctoy is a free backup tool that can make backing up your data so easy that you might actually do it. Synctoy can synchronize your important data files with backup copies, making the backup process quick and easy. Synctoy is a free application, from Microsoft, that can be downloaded and used with Windows 7 or 8. Synctoy provides much of the basic data backup and synchronizing features found in commercially available applications. This class will show you how to setup and use Synctoy in order to create an easy to use process to back up your data. Introduction to Evernote March 12, 9 - 12 noon $10 Members / $15 Non-Members Evernote is a life-changing application. It lets you get rid of all that paper and organize your life. It is a program designed for storing “enotes.” An “enote” can be a piece of paper with text, a full webpage or webpage excerpt, a photograph, an email, a voice memo, or a handwritten “eink” note. Notes can be sorted into folders, then tagged, annotated, edited, given comments, searched, and exported. The class will help you create a personal Evernote account and show you how to create enotes from many different sources. Sign up for your choice of class in the Computer Lab, Monday through Saturday 12:30 - 5 p.m. Tuition is payable upon registration. How to sign up: Computer Club Class Registration Guidelines Select the Class Enrollment sheet of your choice and PRINT your name and phone number on a Class Registration Envelope. Complete the requested information. Enclose your payment (cash or check) and seal the envelope. Deposit in the Safe slot. (small black box on the counter) You are now registered for your class. Each class has a maximum number of students. If you have to cancel this registration, please contact Diane Hall at 813633-2141 as soon as possible. This will enable someone else to take the class. Some classes fill up very fast! Sign up as soon as possible. With each signup page there is a sheet to put your name on a wait list. If we have enough names on the wait list we try to schedule another class.

L to R: Secretary, Ursula Clark, President, Charlotte Kappel, Vice President, Bill Adkins, Treasurer, Duane Dannels.

Pure & Simple Photography Workshop

Take control of your digital, SLR camera. Each class begins with a brief lecture followed by a supportive visual presentation. Then you’ll be shown how to set your camera’s buttons & wheels to achieve the results! Learn shutter speed control to achieve sports action & panning speeds, creative blur, lightning & fireworks. Control the mood using F-stop effects including documentary, landscape, flower and portrait isolation techniques. We’ll also explore digital media, in camera & add on filters, HDR, basic flash / alternative lighting options and accessory items. Equipment demonstrations and a weekly assignment rounds out this complete photographic experience. It’s easy when you know how to control the flow of information

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Club News British Connection Beetle Drive Event a Hit

By Robbin Stratton-Upson The BRITISH CONNECTION CLUB OF SCC hosted their First Annual ‘Beetle Drive’ and Gourmet Pizza Event on February 3 in the Florida Room of the Atrium Building. Following a delicious meal of hot, fresh-out-of-the-oven, gourmet pizza, seventy-nine attendees played Beetle Drive, a classic British dice party game which is a great ice breaker as the participants moved from table to table whilst meeting fellow club members along the way. Prizes were awarded for lowest and highest scores. A beetle themed cake L to R: Elizabeth Wood, Paddy Cooney, was served with tea and coffee. Donna and Mary Duncan getting ready to roll at McLennan created the beautiful table Lucky Table 17. decorations. The British Connection is open to all residents and guests of Sun City Center and Kings Point. For membership information, please contact Nora Baker 634-2332.

SET Meeting Monday, March 9: Dr. Peter Rubec on Soil-less Agriculture

MON. Mar 9 - Science, Engineering and Technology Club meeting. 7:30 p.m. in the Caper Room, Atrium Building, 954 North Course Lane. There is no cost for guests; anyone interested in science and technology is invited. With more farm land being used for houses, factories, and roads, how will we be able to grow food for an expanding world population? Dr. Peter Rubec, a research scientist at the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, will present “Is Soil-less Agriculture the Solution to Looming Food Crisis?” Hydroponics, aeroponics, and aquaponics will be the focus of the possible solutions to meet the potential of a food crisis due to severe drought and over-development of farmland.

Low-Impact Aerobics Club

Low-Impact Aerobics Club recently elected 2015 officers. (L to R) Gerry Harding, President; Joan Juczak, Vice President; Phyllis Hodges, Secretary; Sandy Bolger, Treasurer. The club meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8:20 a.m. in the Atrium Dance Studio for a healthy workout with professional instructors via DVDs. Visitors are welcome. Contact: 634-9517 or gerry11101@verizon.net.

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By Kathy Pruschen, KPAL Publicity The Art Club in Sun City Center and Kings Point Art League proudly present “Painting Out Loud With Leoma Lovegrove” on Tuesday, March 3rd from 1-4 p.m. in the Sun City Center Community Hall at 1910 Pebble Beach Blvd. Get your tickets now for this extraordinary and amazing Demo by Florida’s own Leoma Lovegrove. Tickets are $5, and you can contact Mary Ann Meeker 813 6347006 or Marsha Lucidi 813 938-5100 for ticket information. Leoma Lovegrove is an impressionistexpressionist painter known worldwide for her vivid colorful paintings. Leoma is a graduate of Florida’s prestigious School of Art and makes her home and international headquarters on Matlacha Island. Every year she greets thousands of visitors where Leoma is inspired to paint with endless creativity. She loves the Matlacha Island and is currently the President of the Matlacha Island Chamber of Commerce and promotes tourism to the Sunshine state. In the United States her works are represented in numerous galleries. More recently, Bealls Florida Department Stores is featuring her as their Florida artist under the designer label Leoma Lovegrove complete with her trademark eye glasses. In Atlanta, Georgia, her portrait of Jimmy Carter hangs in his Presidential Library. Her art is in the private collection of the White House in Washington, DC and in President George W. Bush’s Presidential Library in Dallas, Texas. Lovegrove was honored at an artist’s reception in the White House given by First Lady, Laura Bush. Her artwork has also graced the windows at Rockefeller Center in New York City. Internationally, Lovegrove was commissioned to paint a portrait of Richard Branson for the Virgin Airlines Headquarters in London. Her Beatles Series drew the attention of the city of Liverpool. Leoma was the first American to paint on the replica of Claude Monet’s floating studio in Giverny, France, and she was honored to be the first American artist to have an exhibition in the famous Pierre Bonnard home.

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Men’s Club celebrates Valentine’s Day

By Jay Sparkman The group pictured here is just a few of the 286 members and guests of the Sun City Center Men’s Club who celebrated Valentine’s Day with a dinner dance at the SCC Community Hall. Pictured, seated from left. Elfi Nolden, Kurt Nolden, Adolf Lex, and Frances Lex. Standing from left, Joy Sparkman, Dieter Schwalbe, Dorothy Schwalbe, Gerda Haeger and John Haeger. The Men’s Club is open to residents of Sun City Center and Kings Point. For membership information call Jon Lehr at 813-260-3058.

2020 Centre Nearly Complete

Come tour Kings Point’s new wellness facility at “Ring in the Spring” on March 20 Kings Point’s new 2020 Centre will open in March. The entire Sun City Center community is invited to celebrate the grand opening of this fitness and wellness facility on March 20, 2015 during the “Ring in the Spring” Kings Point Community Festival. The “Ring in the Spring” festival will be held on March 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Kings Point North Clubhouse “front lawn,” and festivities will include a farmer’s market, live musical entertainment, food trucks, opportunities to connect with some of Kings Point’s many clubs and groups and much more! The official Dedication and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the 2020 Centre will be held at 11 a.m. followed by small group tours that will continue until 2 p.m. Kings Point residents and guests as well as Sun City Center Community Association members are welcome to attend.

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March 2015

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Club News ‘Irish Hooley’ Dinner Dance a Hit!

The Irish Connection Club hosted an ‘Irish Hooley’ for 116 partiers on the 6 of February in the Florida Room of the Atrium Building. Everyone enjoyed an ‘Italian Food for Amore’ dinner followed by musical entertainment of the ‘50s and ‘60s and of course, Irish music. Many thanks to Kathy Lyons and her committee for an outstanding job on the fabulous dinner. Anyone who is Irish, of Irish extraction, or anyone who has an interest in Ireland, are welcome to join the Irish Connection Club which was formed with the object to promote all things Irish, including culture, history, and music. To join, please make a $5 per person check payable to ‘SCC Irish Connection’. For membership information, please contact Joan Weening 813-633-5274 or www.sccirishconnection.com.

Athena House Benefit Fashion Show

L to R: Patricia Lemanski, Fran Eilert, Mary Culliton, Becky O’Dell, Jan Bassett, Jo Prater and Mary McIntyre.

By Jo Prater, Publicity Colonel George Mercer Brooke Chapter of DAR held a fashion show on January 31 at Club Renaissance. The show was to benefit Athena House, a home for Florida homeless female veterans. Janet Carr presented unique fashions and accessories. Chapter members modeled the fashions and jewelry.

Sun City Center Writers Club

Recently published - Synopsis JOYCE LEE McINTOSH: Dancing on the Border Forensic psychologist and New York City cop Leigh Durham is tenaciously in pursuit of Raptor, a fiendish criminal preying on young women. He creates his own unique flock by marking them with a grotesque V symbolizing a bird in flight. The scar will forever remind them of him and what they did together. Leigh’s relentless search for Raptor draws his attention and, fascinated by her, he resolves to make her one of his own. When he forces her to his remote aerie, Leigh must rely on her intellect and training to outwit his cleverness and end Raptor’s reign of terror. Author and clinical psychologist, Joyce Lee McIntosh, draws on personal experiences to create fast moving psychological suspense novels. Her often disreputable characters delight in causing mischief and mayhem, disrupting the romantic entanglements of the heroine. Dancing on the Border is the second in a series featuring the adventures of Leigh Durham. The first novel, Inside Out, received enthusiastic reviews and left the readers asking for more. Dr. McIntosh is an active participant in Florida’s Sun City Center Writers Club and Mid-Michigan Writers. The critiques and encouragement she receives from fellow writers in these groups is invaluable. You may contact the author at docjjmac@myway.com.

Weaver is Making a Difference

Male Call for Prostate Health

Sponsored by the Men’s Club of Sun City Center Monday, March 9, 2 p.m. at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 1239 Del Webb Blvd., West. Our speaker will be Dr. Samuel G. Smith (Ret). Dr. Smith will speak on “Sexuality and Prostate Cancer: It’s not just the treatment that can cause problems.” As Prostate Cancer is frequently a couple’s disease, it’s suggested that Spouses Partners and Physicians attend. Refreshments will be served. For questions and schedule contact Sam Smith 813-746-1989 or Harry Benter 813-625-5328.

Sun City Audubon Club March Meeting

The Sun City Audubon Club will meet on Saturday, March 7, 2015, in the Florida Room. Please arrive at 9:30 a.m. for refreshments and socializing. The business meeting at 10 will be followed by an interesting and educational program, “The Lifestyles of Birds and Fish.” Captain Gian DeBella, author and charter captain, will discuss the history and facts about Gulf species and the role they play in nature. Guests are welcome to attend. Call Lynn at 813-938-1065 for information about the Club and meetings. You will hear details about the field trip, a Mote Marine Boat Tour, scheduled for Tuesday, March 10. View nesting habitats of pelicans, herons, ibis, and more. Experience sea creatures such as puffer fish, sea horses, and cow fish. The cost for the boat tour is $25. Please call Juanita at 813-633-0830 for more information and to sign up.

SCC German American Club Party

On Friday, March 20, the SCC German-American Club will host a Mardi Gras (or Fasching) party, beginning at 4:30 in the Community Hall on S. Pebble Beach. The high point of this dinner-dance will be the costumes our neighbors and friends appear in! There are prizes for costumes for singles, couples and groups. And, as if there is not enough fun, the club has been able to hire the super talented entertaining musicians, The Alpine Express Band, for dancing and partying! There will be a catered buffet meal ready at 5:45 and the dancing will continue on until 9 p.m. The price for this fun party is $21 for club members and $25 for nonmembers. Tickets are available by sending your check made out to the SCC GermanAmerican Club to Mike Albanese, 1808 Granville Lane, Sun City Center, FL 33573. For even more fun, put a table of ten friends together and dress yourselves up as a group of cowboys, clowns, hobos, or wherever your imagination takes you.

Some people watch things happen; others make things happen and Esther Hagen, Sun City Center weaver, does just that! She weaves sleeping mats for the homeless. Esther arrived in SCC from New Jersey eight years ago, and for six of those years was a “snowbird.” Not one to sit around, she joined the Weavers Club, took lessons, and has been weaving ever since. And it is that skill that enables Esther to “Make a Difference.” In the community where she lives she noted a number of people knitting/sewing for others; e.g., hats for veterans who were on chemo; blankets and other items for abused children; caps/jackets for newborns. It was during a trip to Miami on her way to board a ship that she noted homeless people under bridges. That scene made a lasting impression. An avid recycler, she remembered that there were large spools of left-over carpet warp in the weaving room that was not being used. Back home in New Jersey she had used plastic bags (yes, the ones that find their way into landfills and waterways) to make mats to use for wiping feet. Quick and easy to keep clean; great for shedding water. So off she went, collected bags, cut them into strips to use for the weft, dressed two looms with the leftover yarn and started her project. The result: sturdy, lightweight, nice looking mats that are long enough for adults to stretch out on, and easy to roll and carry. A blessing if you are sleeping under a bridge. But how to get them to the ones who needed them? Looking for an answer, she stopped at Beth-El Missions one day. Pleasant onsite workers greeted her and offered to do that job for her! They knew people who could use her mats. They also told her that they could use “sit upons” (small versions of the sleeping mats) for nursery and kindergarten children. Esther is now making mats for children and the homeless. Our “Hats are Off ” to Esther for using her hobby to Make a Difference!!

March 2015

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Club News SCC International Forum Meeting

The March 6 meeting of the International Forum of Sun City Center will focus on the subject of international cooperation in space. There will be a presentation on the Hubble Space Telescope which is operated in collaboration with the European Space Agency. The Hubble Space Telescope is one of history’s greatest explorers. It has helped us rewrite our knowledge of the universe. Enjoy stunning cosmic images of stars, galaxies, nebulae and our own solar system as we journey through the universe. The program will be presented by Fulvia Fiorani. Fulvia Fiorani is a retired naval officer and taught physics at the United States Naval Academy as her last active duty assignment. Since retiring, she enjoys developing and presenting physics and astronomy lectures to various local groups. Lieutenant Commander Fiorani holds a Master of Science in Physics from the Naval Postgraduate School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. The meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. in the Florida Room of the Atrium Building off North Pebble Beach Boulevard and is open to all residents of Sun City Center and Kings Point.

Sawdust Engineers Club

The club is now open on Wednesday evenings from 6 to 9 p.m. You may come in to purchase items or club members may work on their own projects. Did you know that the club has educational wooden toys that teach the ABC’s, puzzles or small cars that have traffic signs that can be placed on make believe roads? There is a two-story doll house that has 27 pieces of furniture that our members have made. There are many other items that you can buy for those precious grandchildren that have the wooden character that is not found in the plastic toys. The members are all busy making items for the Fun Fest. You’ll find turned bowls, back scratchers, exploding outhouses, toaster tongs, bread boards and many other hostess gift items. You’ll also see our collectors dollhouse made by the members and decorated by Bette Gunkmeyer. This house has slip covered chairs & couch, tile on the bathroom floor and a red bird in the flower box. There are many other decorations that will cause you to ooh & ahh. The club will supply teaching aids and other items to nonprofit organizations. To inquire how to obtain these items call the club office at 813-642-2038. We are located at 1000 N. Pebble Beach Blvd.

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Metaphysical Society Events & Activities

Time: 10 a.m. Where: CA Central Campus: March 4 in the Heritage Room, “Music and Spirituality” presentation with Janalea Hoffman. Music has a powerful effect on our immune system and emotions. Learn why music affects you physically, emotionally and spiritually and how to listen to music more actively to help alleviate pain. March 11 in the Heritage Room, “What is Coming,” presentation with Rev. Carl Franklin. Based on channeled information, the next three years are projected to be a time of RAPID change. Carl will share with us some of the expected changes, how we can help create what is coming and what we can do to assist ourselves and our loved ones in integrating more fully with these changes. Revs. Ortrun and Carl Franklin are available for afternoon sessions. March 18 in the Sandpiper Room, Open Meeting - Spring Celebration – think green! Members and guests gather to celebrate the passing of winter. Refreshments provided: bagels, cream cheese, cookies, tea and coffee. March 25 in the Heritage Room, “Faith and Healing,” presentation with Bill Allard. Bill shares his amazing story of his walk with cancer when diagnosed in March 2013 with Stage IV throat cancer. He brings a message of hope. Activities: Sunday, March 8 at 2:30 p.m., in the Heritage Room, Central Campus Metaphysical Movie Sunday features the 2004 movie “What’s the Bleep Do We Know!” staring Marlee Matlin and Elaine Hendrix. Science and spirituality come together in this mind-bending trip down the rabbit hole of quantum physics and consciousness. Open to the Public. Free admission. For info call Jeannie at 813 938-5931 or Holli at 813 419-4704. Mondays, March 2, 9, 16, and 30 at 1 p.m., in the Heritage Room, Central Campus - Book Group features “Life Reflections on Your Journey,” by Louise Hay. No homework as the group reads aloud and discusses as they go. Facilitator: Alice at 813-634-9065. Presentations, Open Meeting, and Book Group are open to SCC residents and their guests, and reciprocal communities. Metaphysical Movie Sunday is open to the public. Love offering requested to benefit the Society for Presentations. Free admission for Open Meeting, Book Group, and the Sunday Movie. For General Info call Vicky at 813 398-7033; for Program Info call Jeannie at 813-938-5931 or Holli at 813-419-4704; and for Membership Info call Ludi at 813-938-5686.

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March 2015

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Club News Scandinavian Club of SCC

Members of the Scandinavian Club of SCC will go on a trip to Port Manatee on Wednesday, March 25 followed by a lunch. Members who have not paid their dues for 2015 should call Sandra on 813-690-1359 for availability and cost. Locals interested in a membership should call Fritz on 813-260-3422 for information.

SCC Photo Club Photography Class

John Hynal is an active photographer whose career has spanned 40 years. Currently he is on staff as an instructor at Art Center Manatee, Manatee Technical Inst. and Colleen Cassidy Art School in Sarasota. With 25 years experience in retail and management with Norton Camera and Johnson Photo Imaging, he shares information with his students, beyond the “How to” of camera operation. His “Pure & Simple” workshops have been the starting point for many of the area’s finest photographers and have been voted the “best photography classes” on Florida’s sun coast.

Audubon Adventure Film

The Eagle Audubon Society of Kings Point invites the public to attend the final adventure travel film of the 32nd season entitled “Etched in Stone: Scotland to Provence” to be presented on Saturday, March 21 at 7:30 p.m. in the Borini Theater of the KP Clubhouse. The film will be presented by the talented filmmaker, Monty Brown, and he promises to share his unique insight into the stories and legends of the past embedded in the monuments, castles, churches and other stone remnants found in Scotland, England and across the channel in France. Tickets are $8 per person and are available at the Kings Point Box Office M-F and just prior to the presentation. For information call (813) 387-3447.

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By Anise Tuma, Secretary SCC RN Club Thursday, March 5, 2015, the Sun City Registered Nurses Club will meet in he Atrium’s Caper Room. Social time starts at 9:15am. The business meeting starts at 9:45 a.m., followed by Phyllis Black, BSHEC, ASP, who will speak about “Staging homes before selling” and “Getting Rid of Clutter.” Visitors are welcome. Club membership is open to all Sun City Center residents. Dues are $10 and $15 for new members which includes magnetic badge. A reminder to bring items from Sister Sarah’s List for the medical van. Campbell Coupons for Shriner’s Educational Program. Contact information: Lynn Murphy 813-634-6707 or Anise Tuma 813-633-0499.

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Bulletin Board SCC North Lake Association 2015 Officers

Maine Day

State of Maine Day will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2015, at Fort Desoto Park, Tierra Verde, Florida, shelter #5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come and see who else from Maine has found this area a great place to live. Bring your own lunch and chairs. No reservations are required. If any questions, call Sue Bemis 813-634-1010 or John Bernard 813-634-4766.

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The SCC North Lake Association has elected its new 2015 Officers. L to R : Ed Dowdy Treasurer, Dee Kelly President, Jay Sparkman First V.P., Mae Ellen Dowdy Secretary, and (not shown) Eric Nodland Second V.P.

Temporary Assistance

If you are a legal resident of Kings Point or Sun City Center you may be eligible for temporary financial assistance from the Mary Petro Fund, which is operated by volunteers in the Mary Petro office located in the United Community Church at 1501 La Jolla Ave. The fund was endowed by Mary Petro, a former resident of Sun City Center, for seniors in need within our community and funds may be used for the purchase of food or medicine. Recipients must meet a maximum income limitation and exceptions may be made for unusual circumstances. You may call the Mary Petro office at (813) 6348306 any Tuesday or Thursday between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. for more information. Applicants will be asked to complete an application form, show a current ID card from the SCC Community Association or the Kings Point Federation and have documentation supporting their income. Referral information is also available at the office for other area services.

Danny Justice Show

The Men and Ladies of the Ancient Order of Hibernians present Danny Justice, the noted Irish comedian on March 2 at 7 p.m. in the SCC Florida room. Tickets are $15 per person. Tables of eight are available. BYOB. Call Tom Bennis 813-6335188 for tickets and information.

SCC Swim Dancers Welcome Everyone to their “WHODUNIT “ Aquatic Show

By Dana Ellerbrock When Erma Bombeck was asked what she would change if she had her life to live over, she offered some musings and ended with “given another shot at life, I would seize every minute of it...look at it and really see it...try it on..live it...exhaust it and never give that minute back until there was nothing left of it!” Well, that pretty much sums up the Sun City Center Swim Dancers and their preparation for the 2015 annual synchronized swim show that will be performed in the Atrium indoor lap pool, 961 North Course Lane, on Saturday, March 14, at 2 p.m. Sue Muise, known as Susan to everyone else in Sun City except the swim dancers, developed the concept for the show on the nights she could not sleep. She created a “WHODUNIT” murder mystery plot at the pool. The investigation would be influenced by famous crime scene detectives, familiar policemen and lawyers, with a murder mystery writer thrown in for good measure. The swim dancers loved the story when presented last spring. First, they made Sue the Show Director, then everyone took some aspect of the show and ran with it. The swim dancers reviewed hundreds of movie and television theme songs that applied to the plot. The gals who volunteered to choreograph a swim number, selected a song and designed a swim routine constructed from familiar synchronized swim figures. Most of the theme songs in this category are instrumentals, no words, like the theme from Pink Panther, and the tune from Law and Order. Lovely music to listen to, twice as hard to swim to, with no words as clues, the whole number requires the swimmers to count. More than half the songs are instrumental, and the count has to be perfect if the swimming is to be synchronized! When the swimmers are not perfecting swim routines, they are designing and creating costumes that will take the abuse of water and not restrict movement. Sewing hands are reconstructing thrift store finds and new fabrics into criminal system costumes, knitting hands are clinking together creative hats, craft hands are fabricating props, shopping hands are searching for accessories and measuring hands are fitting all of the above to coral swimsuit covered bodies. Non-swimmers too are pulled into the current of activity. The audio engineers at the Atrium installed new speakers at the pool, enhancing the music played plus the sound delivery of John Bowker, a professional announcer, who offered to return for this year’s show as the Master of Ceremonies. Joe Elam, the lost tourist from last year’s show, is offering his theatrical talent this year as Inspector Steve McGarrett (Hawaii Five-0) who just happens to be on vacation in Sun City Center from Hawaii. Former swimmer and creative genius, Ilona Merritt, is generating all the graphic designs for the show, from posters, to tickets to programs. Husbands and friends are playing music during practice, taking photographs and videos, making props, and running errands. If that isn’t enough activity, the Swim Dancers have invited another senior synchronized swim team from Palm Harbor, the Synchro-Belles to join in the swim fun. They are bringing their Synchro-Stars, ages 7-9, who will swim to the music of Peter Gunn. Hot off the press tickets will be available at the ticket kiosk for a donation of $3 on March 9-13 (M-F) from 9 a.m. to noon. Swim dancers will also have tickets and any remaining tickets will be available at the door. The hour-long show will be filled with style and grace and fun and mischief!

The South Shore Symphony Orchestra will present its next concert, “Destinations,” on Sunday, March 8, 2015, at United Community Church, in Sun City Center. The church is at 1501 La Jolla Avenue. The concert will be in the sanctuary of the church and will begin at 4 p.m. Tickets are available at the church office and can also be purchased at the door. Tickets are $15 (free for children under the age of 10). The concert will highlight various travel destinations, such as Vaughan Williams’ English Folk Song Suite and Smetana’s The Moldau (Czechoslovakia). Also featured on the concert are the first movement of Dvorak’s Cello Concerto in B Minor (Czechoslovakia), the Gershwin/Whitney An American in Paris Suite (France), Ford’s Blunderbuss Battles (high seas), and John Williams’ Star Wars (outer space). The South Shore Symphony made its Sun City Center debut on May 21, 2010. Since then it has grown significantly in size and quality. It features professional musicians from all over the Tampa Bay area who are committed to offering the South Shore community excellent light classical and pops music. The orchestra is very happy at its new home, The United Community Church. The Conductor and Artistic Director of the SSSO is June C. Hammond who holds a Doctor of Music degree from The Florida State University has done post-doctoral study in orchestral conducting at the University of South Florida. Music selections will include the first movement of the Dvorak cello concerto, The Moldau, An American in Paris Suite, English Folk Song Suite, Blunderbuss Battles, and Star Wars.

Alzheimer’s Do’s and Dont’s

By Debbie Caneen Nationally renowned Dementia Care Expert Teepa Snow appeared at St. John the Divine Episcopal Church in Sun City Center on Monday, February 2, 2015. Over 250 caregivers and professionals caring for those with Alzheimer’s or dementia attended the daylong event. Teepa provided riveting, hands-on Do’s and Don’ts to teach attendees how to better care for their loved ones suffering with dementia and Alzheimer’s. Her ultimate goal at this presentation was to improve the quality of life for not only those with dementia but also families and caregivers struggling to cope with these diseases. Attendees were brought to tears while Teepa utilized her extraordinary gift for acting out the real-life horrors and hopes of caring for a failing loved one. Families and caregivers were provided with communication tools that they could immediately use in their everyday lives. The Alzheimer’s Association among others was in attendance as additional resources for caregivers. Pictured with Teepa Snow is Scott Fox, owner of Senior Helpers who enlisted Teepa for the event. Also pictured is Debbie Caneen, Director of Admission’s at Sun Towers Retirement Community who provided complimentary breakfast and hot lunch for all in attendance. St. John the Divine Episcopal Church provided the use of their sanctuary and kitchen facilities to make the day a memorable occasion for all. For more information about Teepa Snow, contact Senior Helpers at 813-677-1400.

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ARTS & entertainment CONCERT BAND• DANCE • SHOWS • JAZZ• FLEXERCISE & MORE!

The Pelican Players: A Legacy Of Giving

By Ilona Merritt The Pelican Players is a robust community theatre group whose philanthropy is alive and well. The group recently gifted $12,000 to the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay, bringing their total endowment, The Pelican Players Scholarship Fund, to over $30,000. “We are very proud to be in a position to provide financial assistance to students majoring in the performing arts,” states Linda Halperin, President of The Pelican Players. The Board of Directors works diligently to ensure that their productions are as financially successful as they are entertaining. In 2014 this was particularly true. Their productions included “Sylvia,” “The Queen of Bingo,” and “The Cemetery Club.” On average, more than 1,000 people attended each production. As a 50l(c)(3) organization, The Pelican Players donates twenty percent of its proceeds to The Pelican Players Scholarship Fund. The Pelican Players established the Fund with a gift of $18,000 to the Community Foundation in 2013. As a life-long endowment, the interest on the fund supports local college students majoring in the arts who meet the scholastic and financial criteria defined by The Players. And as the endowment grows, there is more money available for financial aid. “This is a win-win for Pelican and for the Community Foundation, which supports so many worthwhile causes in the Tampa Bay area,” states Pelican’s Treasurer, Wendy Smith. The Pelican Players has a long history of providing scholarships to local high school students with an interest in the arts. In fact, along with endowing The Pelican Players Scholarship Fund, they continue to support the scholarship students chosen before 2013. Until those students complete their college degrees, they receive $1,000 per semester from the Pelican Players. The Pelican Players next production, “All The King’s Women,” a charming and funny play that recounts stories about the King of Rock ‘n Roll and his impact on the people and culture of the times, can be seen on March 12, 13, and 14 in the Borini Theatre. Tickets are available for $15 at the Kings Point Box Office. The Pelican Players invites the participation of all Sun City Center residents. “Anyone interested in performing onstage, working back stage, or just being in the audience is welcome to become a member. A love of theatre is all that is required,” states Linda Halperin.

Entertainment Corner

By Judy Schings (642-2001) Motown Magic - Sunday, March 8 (part of the Sunday series). Tickets are $15, reserved seats, and include a wine-and-cheese reception as part of the price. The St. Petersburg Opera Co. with Maestro Mark Sforzini presents its last performance of the season with a preview of Opera Therapy: Exploring Characters that Really Need Help - Sunday, March 15, in the Rollins Theater. Tickets are $13. A Chicago Tribute by The Orlando Transit Authority with opening band Rock this Town on Friday, March 13 (part of Friday series). Tickets are $19, reserved tables, and a BYOB/snack event. Tony Pace Show. This Las Vegas entertainer was rated Number One at the 2014 Showcase and now he’s returning to Sun City Center. Tony’s been compared to Sammy Davis and so many others. He’s hailed as the “Man with the Voice” and believes that the gift he was given must be shared. You will love Tony with his impersonations of Michael Jackson, Cher and so much more. Tony will be here, with a six-piece band, March 6 (7-9 p.m.) (nightclub setting - 8/table - BYOB). Tickets ($15) on sale. The Sarasota Jazz Project presents March “Jazz-Ness” on Sunday, March 22 (2:30-4:30). You liked them so well, they are coming back with a brandnew concert. Reserved theater seating. Sarasota Jazz Project Ticket are $12 and on sale now. The Fabulons return Friday, April 10, 7:00-10:00 p.m. Tables of 10, $15/ person, BYOB/snacks. Tickets go on sale March 9. Bring your dancing shoes! All performances are at the Community Hall, except the Opera. Sales at Atrium-Kiosk Fabulons Monday-Wednesday-Friday, 9-noon.

Social Dance Schedule

DANCING St. Patrick’s Party Square Dance

It’s March and March brings St. Patrick’s Day – and St. Patrick’s Day brings the traditional “Wearin’ of the Green.” The Sun City Center Swingers Square Dance Club is gong to honor St. Patrick’s Day with a “greenish” Mainstream/ Plus Square Dance on Friday Night March 13, 2015. Don’t let that Friday the 13 scare you, St. Pat promised to take care of us. So Dancers get your “greenish” Square Clothes on and come celebrate St. Paddy’s Day with us. Delicious Finger food and beverages will be provided for all to enjoy. Marty Van Wart Calls - Jimmy Griffin Cues in place of Alice Bubel. This Dance along with the Clubs regular Friday Night Dances will be held in the SCC Atrium Dance Studio, 945 North Course Lane (North Complex, off N. Pebble Beach Blvd.). Dance Workshop 7 – 7:30 p.m., Mainstream/ Plus Dance with Rounds 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. The Callers for March are Ron Reardon, March 6; Marty Van Wart, March 13, 27. Alice Bubel Cues all Fridays except March 13 – Jimmy Griffin will Cue on March 13 in place of Alice. There will not be a Dance on Friday March 20, 2015 because of FunFest. Alice Bubel, assisted by her husband Gary, holds basic Round Dance lessons in the Atrium Dance Studio on Mondays 12:30 – 2 p.m. Advanced round dance lessons will be held 2 – 3 p.m. if so desired. Square Dancers come join us for this Special Event Dance and every Friday night for great Dancing, Fellowship and Refreshments. Square dance clothes or dressy casual is acceptable. For further information call Veanna at 941-776-0477 or Geri at 813-6339742 and/or see our Web Site at floridasquaredance.com/s.

Oldies but Goodies Social Dance Club

By John Armstrong The Oldies but Goodies Social Dance Club always has great dance music and you are invited. The date is March 15, 2015, 7 till 10 p.m. and the doors open at 6:30 p.m. The dance is in the Community Hall, 1910 South Pebble Beach Blvd. Dale and Gary will play ‘50s through ‘80s music for your dancing pleasure. BYOB and your own snacks, ice, water, and cups are provided at each table. There is no charge for members and $5 for each non-member. Be sure to save the date for April 19, 2015 when Flashback will play the music for your dancing and listening pleasure. Need more information contact Joanne Baskinger at 813.728.1147 or by email jjlatenite@aol.com.

Monday. March (2, 9, 16, 23, 30) West Coast Swing Intermediate Level - 7:30 p.m. Quick Step Beginning Level - 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, March (3, 10, 17, 24, 31) SOCIAL DANCE CLASS Tango - Beginning Level 5:30 p.m. Cha Cha - Intermediate Level 6:45 p.m. Merengue -Beginning/Intermediate Level - 8 p.m. Wednesday, March (4, 11, 18, 25) SOCIAL DANCE CLASS Waltz - Beginning Level - 12:45 p.m. Waltz - Intermediate Level 1 - 2 p.m. Waltz - Intermediate Level 2 - 3:15 p.m. Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building off North Pebble Beach Blvd. (SCC). Open to all Sun City Center and Kings Point Residents. Couples and Singles welcome. $20 per person for four-week month and $25 per person for five-week month. For information call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205.

Moonglow Dance Club

Moonglow Ballroom Dance Club proudly presents a very special evening of live music by “The Good Times Ballroom Fantasy Band” at their monthly dance on Thursday, March 26th from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Sun City Center. This six-piece professional band from the Orlando area has played for Arthur Murray Studio Special Dances, and for numerous Ballroom Dance Events in Central Florida from the Atlantic Coast to the Gulf Coast. We scheduled this Special Dance during the Snowbird Season to benefit the great number of ballroom dancers in the area. The attire at Moonglow Dances is dressy casual. Members are FREE, and Visitors/Guests pay only $5 per person at the door. Singles Table(s) are always available. Please BYOB and snacks, and the club will provide ice, water, cups and napkins. We have a great 2015 schedule of year-round monthly dances featuring talented entertainers booked for your dancing and/or listening to live music. Visitors are always welcome, so why not get your friends & neighbors to join you at a Moonglow Dance? If you think that you can’t Ballroom Dance, remember that we are not “Dancing With the Stars.” We each do what our bodies allow us to do in time to the music. For more Information call 813-633-1297 or 813-633-6453, or if you would like to receive Moonglow Information by email, contact gail3357@gmail.com.

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Kings Point Follies are Coming

By Stephanie Casey The 2015 Kings Point Follies will be presented on March 6th and March 7th in Borini Theatre, located in the Kings Point North Clubhouse. Many new faces are being introduced this year, and you will also see some of the more familiar ones, as well. They are all working very hard to prepare an exciting and entertaining production for you. Don’t miss out on one of the biggest and best shows in town. Cabaret round table reserved seating tickets may be purchased at the Kings Point Box Office for $14 per person. There will be two evening performances at 7 p.m., one Friday and one Saturday, and a matinee performance at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday. Come watch your very talented Sun City Center Area friends and neighbors perform some of your favorite music and acts from your past. A Journey Through The ’50s and ’60s will be a nostalgic trip down memory lane. Solo and ensemble musical numbers, dance groups and soloists, lively chorus musical renditions featuring clever choreography, and comedic interludes will all be performed for your enjoyment. In addition, the East Bay High School Sounds of Time musical ensemble, a perennial favorite, will again be delighting the audience. Another very special bonus this year will be the area youth dance group, The Buckshot Cloggers, who are newcomers to this show and are sure to please everyone. This is a new and innovative Follies, the likes of which you have never seen before. You won’t want to miss this one! Get your tickets at the Kings Point Box Office now for the 2015 Kings Point Follies. For further information, you may call Director Rose Ostrander at 813633-1753. We hope to see you all there.

Kings Point Dance Club

By Judy Fenwick Officers for 2015 - 2016 Kings Point Dance Club were inducted at the February 10, 2015 Dinner/Dance. Judy Fenwick (Secretary-Treasurer), George Fenwick (President), Betty Peyton (Vice-President Social), and Theresa and Roman Rodriguez (Vice-President Membership). The remaining dances of the season are Monday, March 2, with the Mellotones and Tuesday April 21, with Thor Stevens. Doors open at 7:00 p.m., with dancing from 7:30 - 9:30. Members get in free and non-members are welcome as guests, with the cost at the door $10 per couple. BYOB and snacks. Ice, water, cups and napkins will be provided. Non-members should call Theresa at 633-0812. Proper dress for men is men’s business dress (slacks & dress shirt), coat and tie optional. Dress or dressy pants for women. Kings Point residents and Sun City Center CA members interested in joining should contact Judy at 6345364. Membership dues are $50, which includes seven dances October thru April.

Singles Social Dance

“Where New Friends Become Old Friends” … Open to all residents of SCC and Kings Point. Entertainment provided by Thor Stevens. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. BYOB and snacks Proper dress required no shorts or jeans. Come Dance and have some Fun! For information call Janet Doherty 813334-1439: March 1: Florida Room March 29: Community Hall April 5: Florida Room April 26: Florida Room

Rockin’ Thru the Years Dance Club

By Sandi Zoldi Our March dance will be held Sunday, March 8, 2015, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. in the Kings Point Borini Theater, Kings Point North Club House located at 1900 Club House Drive, Sun City Center, FL. Join us for a Rockin’ Good Time! Music will be provided by The New Travelers Band. Tickets are $5 per person. You may purchase your tickets Tuesday, March 3 in the Kings Point South Clubhouse Palm Court Cafe 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. or Thursday, March 5 in the Kings Point North Clubhouse lobby 12 to 2 p.m. You may bring your own snacks and the dance is BYOB. Cups, napkins, water and ice are provided. Please email Sandi at rockinthrutheyears@gmail.com for more information.

Celebrate St Patrick’s Day

Celebrate St Patrick’s Day at a free social dance with the Kings Point Line Dancers on Wed, March 18, 7 p.m. in the Borini Theatre. Open to KP and SCC residents and their guests. Mark your calendar, no ticket to purchase. Couples always welcome, plenty of room to dance. BYOB. Wear your green and white. Call Jan for more info 634-6226.

POEM Q & A With the Cranes The cranes’ quirky chorus inquires “How d’ya’ do?” “Today is my birthday. I’m five dozen and two.” “Social Security, soon on its way to you?” “You bet your sweet bippie, I’m gonna get my due.” “Gettin’ all your discounts, early bird specials, too?” “Yep! Got all my coupons, only missing a few.” “Now that you’re retired, what’s your new point of view?” “To grow old gracefully, living each day anew. To die with dignity; Affirming I’ve passed through.” © February 2015 Suzanne S. Austin-Hill

Fallender Art Show

Bruce Fallender, an award-winning artist from Sun City Center, has a One-Man Show of his small works of art with a nature theme currently on display through March 31, 2015 at the “Nature Nook Art Gallery” located in the Visitor’s Center at Camp Bayou, a nature preserve located in Ruskin. The exhibit includes art works in various media such as watercolor, acrylic, pen & ink, encaustic (wax) as well as mixed media works incorporating various combinations of watercolor, acrylic, alcohol inks, dyes, pencil, tissue, collage and pastel. The public is cordially invited to view the works of art on display through March 31, 2015 during normal business hours Thursday, Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Camp Bayou is located three miles south of state Route 674 at the end of 24th street SE in Ruskin. For further information about Camp Bayou call 813-641-8545.

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March at the Rollins Theater

The excitement continues at the Rollins Theater as The Performing Arts Company heads into its final week of “The Poor Old Soles Club” a “prize winning” original musical comedy. Taking place at the De Klomp Wooden Shoe Factory in Holland Michigan and filled with popular, Broadway show tunes, audiences will embark on a delightful musical journey with The Poor Old Soles as they form a lottery club and try to strike it rich in the Michigan Powerball Lottery. Play along with the wooden shoemakers, the secretaries, factory owner, Lars Vanderklomp and his ditzy personal assistant, Mitzie, as they go from rags to riches in a musical merry-go-round of ups and downs and highs and lows…AND winning and losing…and winning again. Show dates for “The Poor Old Soles Club” are March 4, 5, 6 and 7 at 7:30 p.m.

On March 28 the multi-talented, classically trained Bel Canto Opera Singers bring their “POPERA” concert to the Rollins for two shows only. Popera features some of classical crossover’s most beautiful and popular music. The singers have been performing Opera for many years. Recent productions include: Aida, I Pagliacci, La Boheme, Romeo and Juliette, Un Ballo in Maschera and Carmen. They have performed together in concerts, choral ensembles, and workshops in Tampa Bay and St. Petersburg as well as performing with Andrea Bocelli at the Amalie Arena. Tickets for all Performing Arts Club shows at the Rollins are $12 for general seating and $15 for reserved seats and may be purchased at the SCC Atrium kiosk with cash or check or with credit card by calling the box office at 813400-7803. For further information go to www.performingartsco-scc.org.

Front: Linda Cannistra, Diane Le Francois (Instructor), Janet Warren (President). Second row: Margot Gunther, Connie Ray, Ann McKenzie, Kathy Thomas. Third row: Susie Potraz, Cheryl Didday, Kris Collett (V.P), Carol Slagle, Cathy Mertens, Jo Fossee. Not pictured: Kathy Hatfield (Sec’y/Treasurer).

Jazzmatazz Dance Group

By Janet Warren Let us entertain you! The Jazzmatazz Dancers will be singing in the chorus and dancing in five acts for the March 6 and 7 Follies held in the Kings Point Borini Theatre, and are ready for their showtime performance of five more dances for FunFest. They love to dance and have a great time learning jazz dance routines choreographed to popular and Broadway music by their instructor, Diane LeFrancois.

Hall's Home Watch L to R: Ellen Kleinschmidt, Cindy Plotts and Fran Eckert convince the wooden shoemakers that “A Secretary is NOT a Toy” in the Performing Arts Company’s production of “The Poor Old Soles Club” playing at the Rollins Theater through March 7.

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The Monday Movies will normally show two movies each month in the Rollins Theater at 1 p.m. on the second (2nd) and fourth (4th) Monday. Dates and times may change as required. Seating is limited to 200 per showing and is reserved for current Sun City Center Community Association members and their guests who present an up to date member/guest card or yellow ID badge. NOTE - ON MONDAY 3/23 THE ROLLINS THEATER WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE DUE TO FUNFEST. THEREFORE, WE HAVE REVISED OUR SCHEDULE TO THE 2nd, 9th AND 30th AS NOTED BELOW.

March 2nd •“This is When I Leave You”•103 min • Rated R

When their father passes away, four grown siblings, bruised and banged up by their respective adult lives, are forced to return to their childhood home and live under the same roof together for a week, along with their oversharing mother and an assortment of spouses, exes and might-have-beens. Confronting their history and the frayed states of their relationships among the people who know and love them best, they ultimately reconnect in hysterical and emotionally affecting ways amid the chaos, humor, heartache and redemption that only families can providedriving us insane even as they remind us of our truest, and often best, selves. Rated R by the Motion Picture Association of America for language, sexual content and some drug use. Genres: Comedy, Drama Actors: Jason Bateman, Tina Fey, Kathryn Hahn, Jane Fonda, Corey Stoll Language: English Subtitles: English Rated: R Run Time: 1:43

March 9th • “The Good Lie” • 110 Min. • Rated PG-13

Mamere and Theo are sons of the Chief in their village in Southern Sudan. When an attack by a militia destroys their home and kills their parents, eldest son Theo is forced to assume the role of Chief and lead a group of young survivors, including his sister Abital, away from harm. As the tattered group makes the difficult trek to a refugee camp in Kenya, they meet other fleeing children, bonding with Jeremiah, already a man of faith at 13, and Paul, whose skills become essential to their survival. Thirteen years later, the young adults are given the opportunity to leave the camp and resettle in America. Arriving in Kansas, they are met by Carrie Davis, an employment agency counselor who has been enlisted to help find them jobs. Carrie has successfully kept herself from any emotional entanglements, but these refugees, requiring help navigating the 20th century, need just that. So with the help of her boss, she embarks on her own unchartered territory, and the Lost Boys find humor in the clash of cultures, and heartbreak as well as hope in the challenges of life in America. Rated PG-13 for thematic elements, some violence, brief strong language and drug use. Genres: Drama Starring: Reese Witherspoon, Corey Stoll, Arnold Oceng, Ger Duany, Emmanuel Jal Language: English Subtitles: English Rated PG-13 Runtime: 1:50

March 30th • “The Judge” • 141 min. • Rated R

Hank Palmer is a successful defense attorney in Chicago, who is getting a divorce. When His brother calls with the news that their mother has died, Hank returns to his childhood home to attend the funeral. Despite the brittle bond between Hank and the Judge, Hank must come to his father’s aid and defend him in court. Here, Hank discovers the truth behind the case, which binds together the dysfunctional family and reveals the struggles and secrecy of the family. Rated R for language including some sexual references. Genres: Drama Starring: Robert Downey, Robert Duvall, Vincent D’Onofrio, Vera Farmiga, Dax Shepard Language: English Subtitles: English Rated R Runtime: 2:21

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Meet Our New District Commander By Kai Rambow While working undercover, Rob Bullara, identified himself as a law enforcement officer to a drug dealer. The dealer didn’t register that he was under arrest and asked, “How many of those badges can you get me?” A memorable and funny moment for our new District 4 Commander, Major Rob Bullara. “Every day is something a little different,” reflects Bullara, “and it’s been that way regardless of the position I’ve held.” Rob Bullara’s wide range of experience started in the jail, then on patrol, narcotics, recruitment, screening, administration, operations, homicide, shift commander and child protective investigations. A few courses at college led him to select criminal justice as his major and law enforcement as his career. Bullara rotated through South Hillsborough County several times during his 33 years with the Sheriff ’s department. “When I was first assigned in 1981, we had three patrol cars operating out of Ybor City to cover the south. I’ve lived in Tampa all my life, but had never been to Wimauma until I started working here. I’ve seen the population grow and districts created to better serve the community.” Change is also reflected in Bullara’s love of sports, particularly baseball. “My favorite moments have been anytime the Yankees won the World Series. People often question my love for the Yankees. When I grew up,

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there wasn’t a baseball team here, and the Yankees were not a good team.” Today he follows the Yankees and the Rays. While many baseball fans want to watch a game in every major ballpark, Bullara prefers to collect pins and to coach. He has coached little league teams with several of those teams competing successfully over the years. And it seems as if each pin in his collection tells a story. Major Bullara is serious about his profession, yet relaxed in his interaction with others. He completed a Master’s in Education to aid in courses he’s taught at HCC and course design for the department. He also has a wonderful sense of humor. When he learned the staff of The News wanted to know the secret to getting out of speeding tickets, he laughed heartily. (By the way, do not use the excuse, “I’m in a hurry to get to a bathroom.”) Bullara looks forward to working with the community here once again in his new role.

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Quack-tacular Lucky Duck Day By Sarah Hardy The celebrated Quack-tacular Lucky Duck Day is BACK! This important 501(c)(3) fundraiser supports a shelter for child victims of sex trafficking.

Got Duck? Yes!

There are 4,000 yellow numbered rubber ducks ready to leave their airconditioned storage and head for the Sun City Center Atrium Pool. The big Quack-tacular “Lucky Duck Day” is almost here! The third Annual “Quacktacular Lucky Duck Day” will take place on Monday, April 13, 2015, at the Sun City Center Atrium Outdoor Pool. The day of “Quack-tacular Lucky Duck Day” tickets will be sold at the SCC Atrium Pool from noon to 4 p.m. at the pool entrance. At 4 p.m. a blindfolded “Swimmer” will pluck five ducks from the pool for prizes. $500 is the grand prize, four other prizes are $250, $100, $75, and $50. You do NOT have to be present to win! Remember, you are helping the cause – supporting a shelter for victims of child sex trafficking.

The Houses of Worship who are supporting our fundraiser are United Community Church, St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, Beth Israel Sisterhood and Our Lady of Guadalupe. “Quack-tacular Lucky Duck” tickets will be sold on Sun., March 15 and Sun. April 12 following the morning church services. For more information regarding this fundraiser, contact Sarah Hardy at 9381351, Sarahtoot@aol.com or Di Gill at 661-0248, LadyDi1423@aol.com.

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Where Are Tickets Sold?

Tickets are being sold weekly starting March 2 til April 13 at the Sun City Center Atrium Kiosk Mon., Wed., & Fri. from 9 a.m. to noon til April 13. At Kings Point, ticket sales are being held from March 2 to April 13 at North and South Club Houses.

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One “Lucky Duck” is a $5 donation; a “6-quack” for a $25 donation you will get 1 free duck (6 ducks); and a “Flock” for a $50 donation you will get 3 free ducks (13 ducks) total. Your “Lucky Duck” ticket number will correspond to a number on a duck in the pool from which prizewinners will be selected at random by a blindfolded swimmer.

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New Softball Field Open

Submitted by the Softball Club Build it they will come ! Sun City Center Softball field received a much needed facelift, and the first game on the new field was played January 30th. Ten teams and 120 players played on the new field. Sun City Center softball began thirty-five years ago, in 1980, where the current Freedom Plaza now sits. Don Senk took the time to clear that first field so teams could “Play ball!” Eleven years later, in 1986, the Community Association began talking about building a sports complex where it currently stands on South Pebble Beach. In 1991, the softball field was moved to Ruskin while waiting on their new field to be completed. In 1993 the field was dedicated to Bill Van Dine and Don Senk. Over the years, changes were made. A bleacher section was added along with a pavilion where hot dogs and hamburgers are made every Friday afternoon by the Diamondnettes. Fences were added and permanent covers were put over the dugouts. Many names are on plaques where players MVP and other achievements are listed. Today the field looks very different. We took out the grass and the red dirt is gone. A company out of Pennsylvania called Dura Edge leveled the field and laid out several truckloads of dirt. No longer is first base higher than the third base side. The new surface is tremendous! Over the years hundreds of players have played on the field. Don Senk passed away in 2014. We know he was looking down when that first pitch was thrown out! The club would like to thank Lynn Reitz and Michael Chute for helping us achieve our goal. CA officials and members of the Board of Directors helped softball players and fans dedicate the new field on February 17. The dedication and re-opening celebration was a fun and elegant event!

The new field looks spectacular and ready for action!

L to R: CA Director Sam Sudman, CA President David Floyd, Softball Club leader Lou Klusty, CA Community Manager Lyn Reitz, Michael Robinson of Dura Edge (the contracting company that did the extensive work), Softball Club President Doug Seipelt, CA Director Joe Elam, and CA Maintenance Manager, Michael Chute.

Aquasizers Swim Club

The Deep Water Aquasizers and the Shallow Water Aquasizers enjoy exercising in the pool every morning, each class is for one hour, not only is it good for our health it is a place to meet new friends. Both men and women are welcome. Deep water class starts at 9 a.m. followed by Shallow Water Class at 10 a.m. Dues are only $15 for the year. For more information, call 813-419-4013.

SCC Swim Dancers

Swim Dancers (L-R) Mary Bergquist, Deanna Pachler, Sue Muise/Show Director, Rosemary Collins-Riley, and Joanna Greer are the investigating team swimming to the song from “Murder She Wrote” in the “WHODUNIT?” Murder mystery synchronized swim show. The aquatic show will be held at 2 p.m. in the Atrium indoor lap pool on Saturday, March 14. Tickets available March 9-13, from 9 - noon at the Atrium Kiosk for a donation of $3.

SCC Archery Club Makes Targets

The SCC Archery Club members got together on Saturday, February 7, 2015 to glue targets to cardboard backing. The photo was taken at the archery range on the south campus.

Suncoasters Singles Champ for 2015

LAWN BOWLING

Eleven lady lawn bowlers began the competition for the coveted title of Suncoasters Singles Champion in a single knockout elimination tournament, originally to be played over four afternoons. With two rain days canceling play at the beginning and towards the end of the tournament, it stretched to six days when the two finalists were Chris Heller and Diann Thomas.

Some excellent lawn bowling was watched by spectators on all four play days and in various types of weather conditions. Strong winds were the most prominent of these on the final day when 24 onlookers watched as the two ladies battled for the title. Chris took an early lead but Diann then put on a spurt to bring the scores closer but after 24 ends Chris (pictured) prevailed and achieved the 21 points needed to win the game and title of Suncoasters Singles Champion for 2015. The Suncoasters Club is part of the Sun City Center Lawn Bowling Club that will be holding an Open House day on February 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. All SCC community residents are invited to attend and learn more about the

game - one that can be enjoyed by men and women of all ages - and the club. Demonstration games will be played and basic lessons given, so come out and give it a try. Free lessons are also given every month from November to April. For more information about the club and lawn bowling, visit our website at www.suncitycenterlbc.com.

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GOLF

SCORES

Hogans Golf Club of Sun City Center & Kings Point Saturday, January 24, 2015 Course: Sandpiper Palms-Oaks 1st: Rex Gibbons - 3 Skins 2nd: Dan Stephens - 2 Skins 3rd: Sue Fitts - 1 Skin Birds: Rex And Dan Stephens - 1 Bird

Eagle - Bill Barron - #14 Par 4 Birds: Doug Banning - 2 Birds, Dan Stephens, Russ Turell, John Colgren and Bill Barron - 1 Bird

Standing L to R: Doug Banning, John Colgren, & Bill Barron. Seated L to R: Syl Amos, Russ Turrell, & Dan Stephens.

Flight B 1st: Travis Lansberry - 4 Skins 2nd: Jack Phillips, Jim Reilly, and Joe Pickett - Tied at 1 Skin Birds: Travis Lansberry, Frank O'Brien, and Joe Pickett - 1 Bird Friday, February 6, 2015 Course: Summerfield Crossings 1st: Doc Lamiano - 2 Skins 2nd: Ray Curry, Jack Hugill, and Francis Hendrickson

L to R: Dan Stephens, Guest - Laura Parziale, Sue Fitts, & Rex Gibbons.

Monday, January 26, 2015 Course: Imperial Lakewoods 1st: Rich Lucidi - 3 Skins 2nd: Tom Rosata, John Schachte, Bill Smythe, and Jack Hugill Birds: Rich Lucidi, Bill Smythe, and Wilf Pennell - 1 Bird

L to R: Jack Hugill, John Schachte, Bill Smythe, Tom Rosata, Wilf Pennell, & Rich Lucidi.

Wednesday, January 28, 2015 Course: Sandpiper Oaks-Lakes Flight A 1st: Alan Wright and Wilf Pennell - Tied at 2 Skins 2nd: Walt Weldon, Hannes Broscheck, Emmy Broschek, and Vic Scodese - Tied at 1 Skin Birds: Alan Wright and Wilf Pennell - 2 Birds. Walt Weldon, Dan Stephens, and Doug Banning - 1 Bird

Standing L to R: Alan Wright, Doug Banning, Wilf Pennell, Hannes Broschek, & Walt Weldon. Seated L to R: Emmy Broschek, Vic Scodese, & Dan Stephens.

Flight B 1st: Allan Clark - 4 Skins 2nd: Joe Pickett, Mike Luce, and Rex Gibbons - Tied at 1 Skin Birds: Joe Pickett - 1 Bird Friday, January 30, 2015 Course: Summerfield Crossings 1st: Hannes Broschek - 3 Skins 2nd: Vic Scodese, Ray Curry, Dave Britton, and Jenice Taylor - Tied at 1 Skin Birds: Vic Scodese, Hannes Broschek, Jenice Taylor, & Dave Britton - 1 Bird

L to R: Ray Curry, Jenice Taylor, Vic Scodese, Walt Weldon, and Dave Britton.

Saturday, January 31, 2015 Course: Sandpiper Lakes-Palms Flight A 1st: John Colgren - 3 Skins 2nd: Bill Barron, Syl Amos, and Doug Banning - Tied at 1 Skin

L to R: Ray Curry, Hannes Broschek, Fran Hendrickson, Doc Lamiano, And Jack Hugill.

Caloosa Golf and Country Club CWGA-18 Weekly Winners Tuesday, January 21 Event: Low Gross/ Low NetFlight I Low Gross: Bobbie Cesarek 81 Low Net: Carmen Fields 63 2nd Low Net: Jeanne Kolls 65 3rd Low Net: Beverly Valentine 68 Tie-4th Low Net: Jan Harding 69 Tie-4th Low Net: Mary Jane Stutz 69 Flight II Low Gross: Phyllis Taylor 91 Low Net: Jana Roberts 68 Tie-2nd Low Net: Lolita Johnson 70 Tie-2nd Low Net: Dottie Morgan 70 Tie-4th Low Net: Sandy Baldwin 71 Tie-4th Low Net: Aileen Engel 71 Flight III Low Gross: Judy Chordas 102 Low Net: Ruth Ann Phelan 69 2nd Low Net: Sue Daveler 73 3rd Low Net: Joan LaMar 74 Flight IV Low Gross: Marion McCoy 102 Low Net: Jackie Wrigley 73 2nd Low Net: Dee Hanes 76

CWGA-18 Weekly Winners

Tuesday, February 4 Event: LowGross/Low Net Flight I Low Gross: Bev Valentine 90 1st Low Net: Joyce Stafford 70 Tie-2nd Low Net: Carmen Fields 71 Tie-2nd Low Net: Janet Hobbs 71 Tie-3rd Low Net: Ann Bowers 73 Tie-3rd Low Net: Jan Harding 73 Flight II Low Gross: Dottie Morgan 92 1st Low Net: Hazel Winklmann 67 Tie-2nd Low: Net: Jodie Allison 71 Tie-2nd Low: Net: Sandy Baldwin 71 Tie 3rd Low Net: Sarah Jones Chambers 72 Tie 3rd Low Net: Sandy Nodruff 72 Flight III Low Gross: Phyllis Fratzke 100 1st Low Net: Jan Churchill 65 2nd Low Net: Linn Hanson 70 Tie-3rd Low Net: Judy Chordas 71 Tie-3rd Low Net: Lucille Lanese 71 Flight IV Tie-Low Gross: Alice Friedlein 110 Tie-Low Gross: Vera Thompson 110 Tie-Low Gross: Jackie Wrigley 110 Low Net: Delores Phelps 72

CWGA Winners

Event: Rally for the Cure Scramble Tuesday, February 11 1st: Bev Valentine, Joan Lamar, Sue Habblett and Bobbie Cesarek 72 2nd: Vicki Franks, Sandy Baldwin, Nancy Cleary and Mary Jane Stutz 74 3rd: Kathi Nicolay, Elizabeth Rodriguez, Shelley Welper and Judy Chordas 75 Tie-4th: Kim Roush, Betty Pomponio, Sue Daveler and Helen Conaway 76 Tie-4th: Joyce Stafford, Patty Hersey, Lorraine Hofer and Vorin Johnston 76

Club Link One Membership More Golf Scepter Men

Wednesday, January 21 Team Quota Points 1st Flight 1: Bill Yucuis, Jerry Cluthe, Gary Hookstra & Larry Lutz 1st Flight 2: Gunther Ulbrich, Bob Longabardi, Tom Grillo & Bob McAllister Wednesday, January 28 Low Gross 1st Flight 1: Jim Raymond, Jim DesLondes 1st Flight 2: Al Bulis 1st Flight 3: Claude Whitlock 1st Flight 4: Greg Franczyk 1st Flight 5: Jim Parkinson 1st Flight 6: Bill Humes 1st Flight 7: Joel Marquis Wednesday, February 4 Two Best Ball 1 Gross, 1 Net T-1st Flight 1: Bill Humes, Gary Hookstra, Larry Lutz & Monroe Hatch Jim Deslondes, Roger Potratz, Tim Ellis & Bob Walker 1st Flight 2: Mark Watson, Vince Robbio, Jim Morris & Vern MacDonald Wednesday, February 11 Two Man Scramble 1st Flight 1: Don Freed, Tim Ellis 1st Flight 2: Jeff Stevens, Bob Murman 1st Flight 3: Larry Kehlenbeck, Joel Marquis

Ladies 18 Holes

Tuesday, January 20 thru 27 Two Week Ringer 1st Flight 1: Judie Schafers 1st Flight 2: Chris Sparks 1st Flight 3: Sue Sell 1st Flight 4: Kris Wells (Overall Champion) Tuesday, February 3 Scramble 1st Flight 1: Judie Schafers, Carol Salowitz, Sue Sussman, Dottie Girardi

Ladies 9 Holes

Tuesday, January 27 One Best Ball 1st: Colleen Savas, Donna Lesyshen, Deborah Watson Tuesday, February 3 One Best Ball on Four’s & Five’s Two Best Balls on Par Three’s 1st: Deborah Watson, Barb Meyer, Colleen Savas, Lindy Langlois Valentine’s Day Couples Six/Six/Six Friday, February 13

Picture is Carol Salowitz, Denzel Lester, Debbie Lester (Bill Salowitz missing).

1st Overall: Bill & Carol Salowitz, Denzel & Debbie Lester

Renaissance Men

Monday, January 19 Modified Alternate Shot 1st Flight 1: Jim Johnson/Terry Collom 1st Flight 2: Vern Elarth /Bob Beauchane Monday, January 26 One-Two-Three 1st: Chuck Kim/Paul Baskwell/Rich Ricca/Jim Gengelbach Monday, February 2 Texas Scramble 1st: Chuck Kim/John Durm/Sid Goldstein/Jim Gengelbach Monday, February 9 Three on Odd, Two on Even 1st: Steve Williams/Rick Beattie/John Durm/Robert Beauchane

Ladies

Tuesday, January 20 Three on Odd, Two on Even 1st: Quy Nguyen/Marcia Karp/Sue Auger/Linda Torchia Tuesday, January 27 Two Best Balls of Four 1st: Jan Huber/Marcia Karp/Kathy Brantner/Betty McLoone Tuesday, February 3 One Best Ball of Two 1st Flight 1: Deloris Durn/Linda Majewski 1st Flight 2: Marcia Karp/Betty McLoone Tuesday, February 10 Team Quota Points 1st: Cecilia Park/Betty Rollins/Karen Gibson/Stacia Connors

Couples

Friday, January 16 Scramble 1st Flight 1: Pat Hannell/Kathy Hannell 1st Flight 2: Kyle Rollins/Betty Rollins Friday, January 30 One Best Ball of Two 1st Flight 1: Bob Majewski/Linda Majewski 1st Flight 2: David Rice/Gloria Rice Friday, February 6 Team Quota Points 1st Flight 1: Bob Majewski/Linda Majewski 1st Flight 2: David Rice/Gloria Rice

Falcon Watch Men

Wednesday, January 21 & 28 Captain’s Cup - Low Net Flight 1 1st: George Krauss 126 2nd: Bill Fitzhugh 127 3rd: Gary Kerckaert 133 Flight 2 1st: Bill Markle 126 2nd: Bob Ewing 131 3rd: Bill Meier 133 Over all Winners Tie George Krauss & Bill Markle 127 Wednesday, February 11 Low Gross – Low Net Low Gross 1st: Gary Kerckaert 83 T-2nd: Marvin Barnes, John Carroll 86 Low Net 1st: Ron Doncouse 65 2nd: Hank Smythe 66 T-3rd: Marvin Barnes, Bill Markle 67

Falcon Watch 18 Hole Ladies

Friday, January 16 Best Nine 1st: Joy Dunn 32 2nd: Lorretta Thelen 33 Friday, January 23 Holes that start with a T or F 1st: Kathy Payne 45 2nd: Carolyn Schultes 48 3rd: Peggy Green 49

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Caloosa Golf & Country Club

New Members Welcomed

All 200 members in attendance, at Caloosa golf and Country Club’s annual Wine and Cheese party, welcomed 25 of the 68 new members to the only debt free equity golf club in Sun City Center. John Tormoehlen, Club President, introduced Vicki Franks, Membership Director, who then asked each of the new members to introduce themselves and share a little about themselves and their impressions of Caloosa. Everyone was pleased to hear how much they were enjoying a fine golf course, golf mixers every Friday and various social activities. New members in attendance, seated from left, Charles and Carol Schindler, Jack Stevens, Jim and Karen Thomas, Dave and Deb Schulenburg, Lou and Bobbie Cesarek, Dave and Mary Murphy, Ann Mohin, Patricia Paterson, Wade and Elaine Hoffman, Paul and Phyllis McGrath, Darrel and Linda Price, Andrea Long, Tom and Suz Perusse, Paul Stammen, Jim and Kathleen Kistler.

CGWA Nine-Hole Elects New Officers

Rally for the Cure Golf Scramble On Wednesday, February 11, 2015, The Caloosa Golf club house was filled with

women wearing pink. Nearly 70 women braved the chilly temperatures to play in the Rally for the Cure Golf Scramble for the benefit of the Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Several more women joined us for lunch and prizes at the club house after golf. The event was open to all female golf members at Caloosa and we are glad so many were able to join us to spread awareness about breast cancer. Thanks to all the participants in the Rally for the Cure. In addition to the $20 payment to the Cancer Fund paid by each player--all the members of Caloosa participated in purchasing raffle tickets for the baskets. Final figures are not yet in but you contributed more than $1,300 in raffle tickets. Thank you one and all. Winner of the raffled hand made Bunka Art Work. Left Akemi Schindler won the Art Piece. Right, Lynn Noyes hand made and donated the art piece which was done in shades of pink and fuchsia. Joan Macholl chaired the event attended by over 100 members.

The newly elected 2015 Board of Directors and Committee Chairladies for the CGCC Women’s 9-hole Golf Association. First Row: Kay Dudek, president; Wendy Marcotte, vice president and treasurer; Second Row: Shelley Welper, rules; Doris DeArment, publicity; Nancy Ventrone, membership; Lois Burnell, hospitality; Third Row:Vorin Johnston, publicity cochair; Margo Stonefield, secretary and e-mail group administrator. Absent for the picture were Helen Lewis, Lorna Ruggiero, hospitality co-chairs and Lynn Bodner, sunshine/telephone.

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L to R: Vera Thompson, Phyllis Fratzke, Anita Ciota, Pearl Ashe, Ann Bowers, Betty Burke ,Ellie Duncanson, Akemi Schindler, Pat Sasz and Dottie Morgan.

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Caloosa Golf & Country Club CWGA 18 Board of Directors for 2015

Front L to R: Kim Roush, President; Maryanne Starrett, Vice President; Karen Tromblee, Secretary; Linda McDougall, Treasurer; Back L to R:Ruth Ann Phelan, Membership/Sunshine; Barb Struble, Yearbook; Aileen Engel, Publicity; Sue Daveler, Handicaps; Mary Jane Stutz, Bylaws/Constitution/Rules; Jan Churchill, Hospitality.

Annual Meeting

On February 9th, at Caloosa Golf and Country Club’s annual meeting, President John Tormoehlen (center) congratulated Barb Struble (left) treasurer on her report that for the 36th year the club had a financial surplus and looks favorably to an equally successful 2015. The 125 members in attendance were also happy with Vicki Frank's (right) membership report that with their help, Caloosa, the only member owned golf club in Sun City Center and debt free, had to date welcomed 68 new members.

Hole In One

Holes in One

Not on ly is Caloosa Golf and C ount r y C lub a g re at golf course but it also has great golfers, as evidenced by the five “Holes in One” made last month by John McDougal (left) who, playing from the Bronze tees, used his 8 iron, on the 96 yard 17th hole to score his 7th ace; Tom Crews (center) who made his second “ace” using an 8 iron also, on the 17th hole playing at 110 yards from the Sliver tees; and Don Coty (right) who hit a smooth 5 wood to score his 5th on the 110 yard 7th hole. Not pictured, as they were probably out trying to make another hole in one; Joe Pomponio who scored his first hole in one on the 17th hole using a 6 iron; and Nick Lanese, who made his “1” on hole number 13 with a 6 iron from the back Black tees. WOW! Congratulations to all of you “sharp shooters”. Grips & Installation

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Friday, January 30 Low Gross 1st: Judy Roberts 93 2nd: Peggy Green 99 3rd: Kathy Payne 104 Friday, February 6 Low Putts 1st: Peggy Green 31 2nd: Carolyn Schultes 33 3rd: Judy Roberts 36

Falcon Watch 9 Hole Ladies

Friday, January 16 Throw Out Mystery Hole 1st: Donna Berger 26 Tie-2nd: Alice Chura, June Krueger 27 3rd: Claudia Woolley 29 Friday, January 23 Points 1st: Wally McIntosh 16 2nd Emma Gadd 12 3rd: Claudia Woolley 10 Tie-4th: Rosa Riccardi, Pat Conklin Donna Berger 8 Friday, January 30 Two BB on Four’s, One BB on Five’s & Four on Three’s 1st: Wally McIntosh, Emma Gadd 89 June Krueger, Alice Chura Friday, February 6 Low Putts Tie-1st: Claudia Woolley, Terry Wynne 15 Tie-2nd: Wally McIntosh, June Krueger 16

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Caloosa Country Club member Jodie Allison and her first Hole-in-One February 6, 2015 on the 13 hole using a 7 iron from 92 yards. Her Twilight Mixer partners were: Roger Hebert, Tom/Thelma Bohlmann, Evelyn/Roger Dillmuth. Congratulations Jodie!

Jay Remec 17 Judy Stevens 17 Flight C Winners Lorraine Rings 19 Paula Rezoagli 20 Susie Potratz 20 Dorothy Mulford 20 Joyce Bissonette 20 Thursday, February 12 Crier’s Game Flight A Winners Cathy Marquis 22 Joan Forman 23 Karen Munford 23 Flight B Winners Judy Stevens 17 Laura Schwandner 23

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TENNIS SCC Tennis Association New Members Prison Tennis

SCC Tennis Association welcomed new members at its annual January Wine & Cheese Mixer. (L to R) Dave Mohl (TA President), Lynn Seevers, Ron Matelski, David Burns, Fritz Brinck, Bob Love, Diane Jeffery, Larry Borg, Anita Hill, Gary Taylor, Mary Taylor.

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Sun City Center Competitive Tennis Club (CTC) members played their game inside a women’s prison facility recently. L to R Petra Stimmel, Pat Iacurci & Nancy Williams facilitated a Tennis Fun Day at Hernando Correctional Institution for women in Brooksville. Approximately 25 lady inmates received certificates after learning tennis techniques, scoring and finally playing doubles games. Recycled rackets, balls & net were donations from the CTC and other SCC Tennis Association members.

L to R: Joe Reilly, Fanny Haine, Diane Reilly, Howard Baker, Diann Thomas and Thomas Kerr.

Sun City Center Lawn Bowling Club instructors Diann Thomas and Howard Baker spent last week coaching four new lawn bowlers. Free lessons are conducted the second week of every month and are open to anyone who would like to give the game a try. It’s fun, it’s outdoors, it’s exercise and a great place to make new friends. For more information about the sport and the Club, visit suncitycenterlbc. com. Or, stop by the greens (main campus) and any member will be more than happy to help you. For more information about the free lessons, contact Diann Thomas, 813-634-2981.

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By Marge Lange The 26th of January, on a very windy Florida day, we had 32 people watching the final match of our club’s mixed pairs tournament. The wind can have a direct impact on the bowl so needless to say the bowlers were bowling in adverse weather conditions. When that happens, we never know just what to expect. However, both Linda Hawken, Skip, and Dave Clarke, Lead, nailed the draw and brought the bowls in to score points for their team. We congratulate them for their first place win. They became the top winners in the club’s mixed pairs game. Coming in second were their opponents Jim Bryne, Skip, and Kathy Gonnella, Lead.

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Lawn Bowling Pairs Champions

Bridge News American Contract Bridge League (ACBL) Sectional Tournament

The Pebble Beach (men’s) section of the Sun City Center Lawn Bowling Club completed their men’s pairs play-downs on Thursday, February 12, 2015. The A very successful American Contract Bridge League Sectional Tournament was final match saw Jim Byrne and Jim Blaine held in the Community Hall and hosted by the Sun City Center Duplicate Bridge against Gary Heller and Rick Czachor. At Association from February 6 through 8. There were several stratified games played the finish of 16 ends, the two Jims - Byrne both Friday and Saturday culminating with a large attendance at the Sunday Swiss & Blaine - came out the winners and Team game. were presented the Pebble Beach Pairs Friday’s attendance was 81 tables, Saturday, 90 tables and the Sunday Swiss team Champions title for 2015 by Ray Turman, game attendance was 45 tables. A total of 874 bridge players all competing for Tournament Director. silver points. Continental breakfast was served each day along with the many homemade cookies baked and donated by members. A luncheon was served on Sunday. Congratulations and many thanks to Mike Molinari, tournament chairman, and By Linda Hawken his volunteer staff who made this event such a huge success. Congratulations also On one of the windiest days of the to the many winners, some of whom won their first silver points. winter so far, intrepid lawn bowlers For results and news of this event and the many classes and future upcoming from Sun City Center, Sarasota, Sun ‘n events please check the website at www.sunccbridge.com. Fun (Sarasota), Lakeland, Mount Dora,

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Maple Leaf Golf & Country Club (Port Charlotte) and Clearwater took part in the annual MacWilliams Mixed Pairs Tournament, played in honor of Bert & “Eve” MacWilliams. With rain predicted all day, they were fortunate that the windy conditions blew all rain clouds away until late in the day when play was finished. Thirty-two teams were entered and played Second place went to Phil Griffin & Chris Heller of Sun City Center LBC. three games of ten ends each. At the end of that time, four teams had won three games and went into a sudden death playoff to determine the top four places. In the top four were the Sun City Center team of Phil Griffin (Skip) and Chris Heller (Lead) who played off against Maureen O’Brien and Andre Bessette of Sarsota LBC, winning their four-end game to advance into the finals. The other two teams, both from Sarasota LBC, were Stan Bacon (Skip) and Judy Bacon (Lead) against Peter Bunce (Skip) and Janet Bunce (Lead). Having won their semi-final games, Phil & Chris took on Peter & Janet for the top two places while Maureen & Stan’s teams played off for third and fourth places. In the end, Peter & Janet got the better of Phil & Chris to win the tournament with Maureen & Andre in third place and Stan & Judy in fourth. Other winners were: 5th: Cal (Skip) and Val (Lead) Bechard of Sarsota; 6th: Jim Byrne (Skip) & Kathy Gonnella (Lead) of Sun City Center and with a one-game high score Terry Taylor (Skip) and Judy Anderson (Lead) of Sarasota. Congratulations to all who placed in this competition and to those who didn’t as well, for soldiering on in some of the most adverse weather conditions, with the wind affecting the draw of many of the bowls delivered. The MacWilliams Tournament is held in honour of two of Sun City Center’s and America’s - best and admired lawn bowlers from the past who both played to international levels over many years. Originally from Cleveland, they made their retirement home in Clearwater where this tournament is held every other year, alternating with Sarasota and Sun City Center. Jack & Bev Phillips organize this event each year and plaudits must go to them for their sterling efforts in that undertaking. Also worthy of mention this year are the ladies in the kitchen, under the supervision of Sandy Czachor, who provided such tempting goodies from before the first game through to sweets and spiced apple cider after the second one.

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Emergency Squad Vial of Life and DNR’s

When you have a health emergency in your home, there are several documents that will assist paramedics and EMT’s in determining how best to assist you. The Vial of Life may not be an actual vial, but contains important medical documents that can assist medics when they are assessing your health. These documents include your list of current medications, allergies, and previous health history. If you are computer literate, you can make this list, save it and update it on your computer. Once that is done, fold it up, put it in an empty medication bottle and place it inside the refrigerator door. This is where medics will look for that information. Too much information to put in a bottle? Attach it to the refrigerator with a refrigerator magnet. If you do not use a computer, stop by the Emergency Squad and pick up a Vial of Life at our front desk. This bottle contains pink and blue forms – one for the lady of the house and one for the man. Fill them out as completely as possible, but your medications, history and allergies are the most critical pieces of information. Make sure this information gets updated as your health changes. When the Emergency Squad responds to a call for someone who is “unresponsive,” we will ask the spouse or caregiver if the patient has a DNR. What is a DNR form? A Do Not Resuscitate Order is an important document to aid EMT’s, paramedics, doctors and nurses in identifying those people who do not wish to be resuscitated in the event of cardiac or respiratory arrest. When a patient has suffered a cardiac or respiratory arrest and is essentially dead, a DNR means that CPR will not be initiated. It does not mean that care will not be provided if a patient is having an active heart attack and is still breathing. To be a legal document, the DNR must be on yellow paper, properly signed by a competent patient or their representative and a licensed Florida physician. It should be easy to find and available at a moments notice. Ask your doctor if their office has DNR forms, stop by the Squad to pick up a form or you can go to the State website at: http://www.floridahealth.gov/about-the-department-of-health/about-us/patientrights-and-safety/do-not-resuscitate/index.html

Security Patrol Security Patrol Volunteer of the Month

By Lynn Knapp Tom O’Meara is a long-time resident of Sun City Center. He moved here from Michigan with his wife in 1989 and has enjoyed it ever since. He was an avid golfer in Michigan and continued to play here. One day as he backed his golf cart out to play on one of our golf courses, he thought to himself, “Lord, give me five years of this great life and I won’t complain.” Twenty-six years later, he is still enthusiastic about Sun City Center. He is also enthusiastic about Security Patrol which he has served for nearly all those twenty-six years as a driver and now dispatcher. One of Tom’s neighbors was Captain of Team 30 and a fellow golfer. He said he knew Tom needed a couple of months to settle in before joining the Patrol. His neighbor didn’t say anything about quitting the Patrol. Tom feels that Security Patrol is a worthwhile endeavor where he can serve and help others in the community. He has seen numerous instances where Patrol drivers have found lost people and lost dogs. It is always a happy occasion when the Patrol reunites a pet with its owner. Dog lovers themselves, Tom and his wife were active in supporting the Southeastern Guide Dog facility in Parrish where they walked the dogs and helped in other ways. One day when he was driving for the Patrol, Tom noticed that the front door of a home was wide open. He got the address and notified the dispatcher who called the sheriff. A deputy sheriff arrived soon and secured the home. These are just a few of the many ways that Tom has given assistance as a valued member of the Security Patrol.

Patrol Appreciates Volunteers with 20 or More Years of Service PHOTO CREDIT: JAMES DETRICK

The Emergency Squad Announce New Emergency Medical Responders

Patrol Board President/Acting Chief Karen Ryan (r) congratulates the Patrol Volunteers who have served 20 or more years.

Robin Watt The Emergency Squad is pleased to announce its newest Emergency Medical Responders from its January class. Emergency Medical Responders go through 40 hours of training in addition to 8 hours of CPR class. They must pass CPR in order to become an EMR. After finishing the class, all the volunteers go through mentoring. Pictured below, back row. Elaine Shaefer Asst. Chief of Education, Dana Wallace, Jason Gomes, Michael Bardell, Shirley Bardell, EMT, Kathie Withers. Pictured front row: Marcia McKee, Susan Dietman, Linda Oddo. Not pictured. Alan King.

Emergency Squad Featured Volunteers for January Tom and Marty Mallak

By Robin Watt Marty Mallak moved to Sun City Center in September of 1994 and joined the Squad the very next month. She met Tom in 1997 while she was in EMT school and they married within a year. Soon after, Marty convinced Tom to join the Squad where he became an ambulance driver. Unfortunately, after two hip replacements, duty as an ambulance driver became too difficult and he became a wheelchair van driver. Marty worked as an EMT until 2008 when two knee replacements kept her off of the ambulance. It was then that Chief Christine Patrick asked her to become Captain of Team 5. She served there for two years and then she also became a Wheelchair van driver. She has since switched to dispatching. Like many of our volunteers, Marty and Tom found that as their health changed, there were still other volunteer jobs they could do to serve the community. Marty has held an abundance of positions including Captain, Assistant Chief and Chief. Tom, she says, has consistently supported her 110%. Tom decided to retire from the Squad at the end of January after 17-plus years of faithful and devoted service as a driver. Marty still serves as dispatcher and Asst. Captain on Team 5. Together they have served their community for over 38 years. It is an honor and privilege to have such a dedicated and committed couple on the Squad. Thank you for your service and Tom, you will be missed.

On January 22, 2015 the Sun City Center Security Patrol held its Annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon at Community Hall. Luncheon Chair Barbara Lewis reported over 500 members attended the event, the largest Appreciation Luncheon in the Patrol’s history. A catered lunch by Sun Coast Caterers included beverages, salad, three entrees, rolls, and dessert. Entertainment followed with an outstanding performance by The Sun City Center Men’s Chorus. Patrol Captain Tom Hinkebein astounded his fellow patrol members with an ‘a capella’ performance. The “Metamucil Mama’s” a three-woman comedy group, sang a hilarious parody of “My Favorite Things.” Leading the comedy trio was Patrol Captain Uta Kuhn. Adding to the enjoyment were door prizes and a 50/50 raffle. Nine restaurants, thirteen Sun City Center clubs, eighteen local businesses, and one patrol member, donated a number of door prizes. The items donated by clubs included artwork, a shell canvas picture, jewelry, woodwork and other assorted crafts. Restaurants donated gift certificates for free or discounted meals, while businesses included several beauty salons, barber shops, jewelry, golf cart discounts, and clothing. The 50/50 raffle netted the winner over $500. The Patrol is very grateful to the clubs, restaurants and local businesses for their generosity. The following Patrol members have volunteered their time to the SCC Security Patrol for 20 or more years: Dan & Mary Patch ..................... 27 David Meixner ............................ 25 Thomas O’Meara ........................ 25 Genevieve & Ed Johnson .......... 25 James Cosgrove .......................... 23 Deborah & Richard Ris ............. 23 Walter Clevenger ........................ 22 Bea Wassel ................................... 22 Janet Carpenter .......................... 22 Jay Sparkman .............................. 21 Suzanne Boothe .......................... 21 Joan & John Macholl ................. 21 Phyllis Liles ................................. 21 Harrison Homans ...................... 20 Carrie & Don Van Gelder ......... 20 Dawn & James Lucket ............... 20 Heather Holmes ......................... 20 Aleksandra Zurko ..................... 20 Mike Zurko ................................. 20 Katherine Peterson .................... 20 Lisa Rudloff ................................. 20 Kathleen Panzner ....................... 20

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Military Silver Osprey Squadron to Host Coast Guard Aviator

By CDR Roger Kennicutt, USN(ret) At their Friday, March 13, 2015 monthly luncheon, The Silver Osprey Chapter of the Association of Naval Aviation are scheduled to host LT Megan Dillon, USCG, as their guest speaker. LT Dillon is a helicopter pilot who received her Navy Wings in February, 2013 after completion of the Primary and Advanced Flight Training Program at Pensacola, FL. LT Dillon began her career in the USCG in June of 2005 when she was accepted to and entered the US Coast Guard Academy. After her graduation and commissioning in June of 2009, she was assigned to the USCGC FORWARD, a Coast Guard Cutter whose home port was Portsmouth, VA. While assigned to the FORWARD she served as Deck Watch Officer, Engineering Watch Officer, Boarding Officer and Land Signals Officer (LSO). LT Dillon participated in many operational evolutions which included, multiple drug seizures, migrant interdictions and several “Critical Events”; the earthquake in Haiti and an international, war time, exercise in Panama. LT Dillon served aboard the USCGC FORWARD until March of 2011 when she was accepted to Naval Flight Training. LT Dillon is currently assigned to the USCG Air Station, Clearwater, FL where she is a MH-60T Pilot flying operation missions involving Search and Rescue, Law Enforcement and Migrant Interdiction flight operations. She also is currently the Assistant Command Security Officer whose duties include OPSEC Coordination and the coordination and management of the Communications Division. LT Dillon will be speaking on three subjects which will be of great interest to our members. As a recent graduate of the Naval Flight Training program she will bring the membership up to date on the many changes that have taken place in the Naval Flight Training Program during the years since most of our Navy, Marine and Coast Guard Aviators received their Wings. In addition, we are looking forward to our first presentation on the US Coast Guard Academy and are looking forward to hearing about some and her experiences while a cadet. LT Dillon has also promised to make a presentation on a recent mission in which she has been involved. CDR Roger Kennicutt, USN(ret), Commanding Officer of the Silver Osprey Squadron also announced that the scheduled speaker for the group’s April 10th meeting is expected to be Mr. Howard Altman, Sr. Writer for Military Affairs at the Tampa Tribune. Meet and Greet begins at 11:30 a.m. The luncheon will be held at the Plaza Club located in Freedom Plaza. Participation in our luncheons is open to our members and to the public. Reservation may be made by sending your check to Mr. Tom Harding, 309 Noble Fare Drive, Sun City Center, FL 33573. Non-members, $17 and members $14. For additional information about the Silver Osprey Squadron #64 please email us at Silverosprey@yahoo.com. The only requirement to be a member of the Silver Osprey Squadron #64 is to have an interest in military aviation. You may join or just have your name added to our email list so that you will receive advance notice of activities that are open to the public

Marines Elect 2015 Officers

Sun City Center Leathernecks Club members installed their officers for the coming year at their recent January meeting. Left to right, are chaplain George Maling, executive officer Don Renwick, quartermaster Harry “Bud” Brubaker, commander Don James, sergeant at arms Jim Glass and adjutant Barry Myers. Club members are veterans of the U.S. Marine Corps or U.S. Navy corpsmen who served with Marine units. They meet at 6:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month in the Sandpiper room of the Sun City Center Atrium Building. For information, call commander Don James at 813-634-8707.

Lt. Col. Sam Rorer, USAF (Ret) addresses MOAA

By B. F. Kepley, CAPT USN (Ret), Military Correspondent Lt. Col. Sam Rorer, a retired Air Force Chaplain was the featured speaker at the Military Officers of America Association (MOAA) February 4 luncheon. The luncheon was held in the Florida Room at the SCC Atrium. Pastor Rorer grew up along the seashore in Southern New Jersey. He enlisted in the USAF after graduation from high school and served as an aircraft maintenance L to R: Lt. Col. Sam Rorer, Thom crew chief. After completing his enlistment, he Brown, president of local MOAA. graduated from college and worked in retail management for several years. Answering a ‘call to ministry,’ he attended seminary and was ordained in the United Methodist Church. While serving as a local pastor, he joined the Ohio Air National Guard as a chaplain. In 1993, he began his career as an active duty chaplain. His assignments included numerous stateside bases, Howard AFB, Panama; Kadena AB, Okinawa, Japan and five deployments in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Sam discussed the recent policy changes that have adversely affected the service chaplains. In particular he discussed the constitutionality of the services inhibiting what chaplains have always done, i.e., openly advocating specific religions and beliefs. Freedom of religion has not been barred, but it has become harder and harder to openly profess. His comments were very well received by the members.

L to R: Nancy Alguire, MFST president; new trustees D. Kay Benson, Thom Brown; Colin Howgill, MFST board chairman.

MFST Appoints Trustees

By B. F. Kepley, CAPT USN (Ret), Military Correspondent The Military Family Support Trust (MFST) recently appointed two new individuals to its Board of Trustees. The appointees, D. Kay Benson and Thom Brown were introduced to the board at their regularly scheduled meeting on Jan. 24 at Freedom Plaza. The new trustees were selected based on their background experience and significant contributions to Sun City Center. Subsequent to her retirement as an interior decorator and Sales Manager, responsible for 21 Custom Decorating Studios in Florida, D. Kay was a Corporate Trainer for J.C. Penney’s Custom Decorating Department, training all the decorators and studio coordinators for the Southeast region. She has served as Secretary of the Board of Directors for Pinellas Point Civil Association, Secretary of the Military Officers Association (MOAA), St Pete Chapter and is currently Secretary of the SCC MOAA chapter. After his Navy service, Thom ultimately moved into higher education administration where he spent the majority of his career. He spent 25 years at the University of Illinois (UI) first as Director of Student Financial Aid at the UI in Chicago, and then as Assistant Vice President in the Office of Administrative Information Technology in the UI central administration in Champaign, IL. Thom is currently serving his second term as president of the SCC chapter of MOAA. The MFST is a tax exempt, 501(c)(3), charitable organization of military families past and present working together to help high school seniors obtain college scholarships and to meet the critical unexpected financial needs of our eligibility group. MFST beneficiaries include, but are not limited to: Operation Warm Heart; four year scholarships for high school seniors; JROTC Honors Program; Homeless Women Veterans; Veteran Guide Dog; Southeastern Guide Dogs Paws for Patriots program; LifePath Hospice; Operation Helping Hand and guardians for Honor Flights.

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Military

L to R: Novelett Johnson, Nancy Allguire, Margaret Andrade; Colin Howgill.

MFST Receives Donations

By B. F. Kepley, CAPT USN (Ret), Military Correspondent The Military Family Support Trust (MFST) received a donation of $1,000 at the Hunter’s Green Country Club on February 5, 2014. The money was received from two organizations---five hundred dollars each from the New Tampa Juniors Women’s Club and the Rotary Club New Tampa Evening. Presenting the check for the Rotary Club was their treasurer, Novelett Johnson, left in the photo, and on the right, for the New Tampa Juniors Women’s Club, president Margaret Andrade. Receiving the checks, second from left is Nancy Alguire, president of MFST and second from right, Colin Howgill, chairman of the MFST board of trustees. The president of the Rotary Club is Leon Donovan. In addition to the donations, both groups have pledged future assistance and involvement with MFST.

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L to R: MSgt’s Anthony Cruz, Aaron Bonham and Todd Schuler. Thom Brown, president of the local chapter of MOAA is on right presenting the check.

MOAA Presents Operation Warmheart Donation

By B. F. Kepley, CAPT USN (Ret), Military Correspondent The Military Officers of America (MOAA) presented a check for $2,100 to the MacDill First Sergeant Council to assist in supporting Operation Warmheart (OWH). The donation was presented to First Sergeants representatives from MacDill AFB at the SCC Atrium on February 2, at the monthly MOAA luncheon. Representing the First Sergeants Council from left in photo above were MSgt’s Anthony Cruz, Aaron Bonham and Todd Schuler. Thom Brown, on right, president of the local chapter of MOAA, presented the check. MSgt’s Schuler and Cruz provided the group with an overview of the First Sergeants Council functions. Operation Warmheart, is an organization that assists families in all branches of the military in time of need. One of its primary missions is to provide emergency grants to MacDill AFB members. They also provide various types of gift cards and gasoline and in general provide morale, health and welfare assistance to as many needy military families as funds will allow. They are able to act quickly when other charitable organizations are unable to render aid in a timely manner.

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Hospice Comes to SCC

By Agnes Baker The first hospice legislation, introduced in 1974, was not acted upon. However, Connecticut Hospice, Inc. opened in spite of this setback and, with assistance from the National Cancer Institute, a program was established to study home care for the terminally ill. Pleased with the results, the NCA continued the study with this project ending in 1980. Congress acted a number of times to enhance and expand hospice care. In 1986, the Medicare Hospice Benefits were made permanent and included entry in military hospitals or under CAMPUS. Additionally, hospice care was included in the veterans’ package. In 1993, the President included hospice in the basic health package as a nationally guaranteed benefit and it is now an accepted part of the health care program. We must give credit to Florida’s Congressman Sam Gibbons for his tireless efforts working with the Medicare systems and with the veterans’

groups to assure the best benefits allowable were introduced and, in most cases, passed. The number of hospices participating in the Medicare program grew from 31 in 1984 to 1,288 in 1993. Where do these facts lead us? Right here, folks! Right here to our community where, in 1994, a group of dedicated individuals organized as “Friends of Hospice Auxiliary of Sun City Center.” Several speakers explained the need for a concerted effort in obtaining the funds needed to support the facility and Sun City Center resident, Betty Pettersson, spoke of her visit to an established hospice house in Venice, Florida. This began a year of educating their neighbors about hospice and the need to raise funds to support this special program. With speakers outlining the benefits of having a hospice facility in Sun City Center, this enthused group, under the guidance of first president Joyce Mather began working towards a required 1.1 million dollars,

which seemed to be an impossible task, but the funds started coming in, albeit slowly. Then, a tremendous boost in funding and to lift up sagging spirits was a large bequest from the estate of Kathryn LeBeau! Special thanks to Ray and Ann Purcell, who became known as the “Dynamic Duo” as they worked tirelessly to assure the construction of the South County Hospice House, and to Sam Kupper, Clare Falkner, Susanne Proch, Ruth Anderson, Sarah Buckwalter, Eleanor Gladiszewski, Rebecca Kull, Betty Pettersson, Dick May, and Lee Albrecht, first secretary. If we missed any, our apologies. The artist’s rendering was completed

on January 26, 1999, and construction began in January 2001 at the site on American Eagle Drive. Construction was completed and the new facility was dedicated on August 9, 2001. Hundreds came out to tour the facility and listen to Ms. Kathy Fernandez, President/CEO of LifePath Hospice who, in her speech, called this “A Dream Come True,” giving recognition to the many volunteers who had worked so tirelessly for over six years. Oh, Yes—a true labor of love come to fruition thanks to a dedicated group of Sun City Center Residents. Next Month: The opening of the South County Hospice House.

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News of Freedom Plaza By Peggy Burgess March at Freedom Plaza will be a month of magnolias and mint juleps with preparations for Gone With the Breeze in full swing. We will put things on hold to celebrate St. Patty’s Day, of course, for the O’Hara’s of Tara, setting for Gone with the Wind, were, after all, Irish. Gone with the Breeze, our comedic spoof of Margaret Mitchell’s famous novel and film classic, will mark the 23rd production of Freedom Frolics, an annual stage show benefitting the Freedom Plaza Scholarship Fund. It is slated for April 10 and 11, curtain time 7:30 p.m. in the Freedom Plaza Auditorium. Tickets are $10. Initiated in 1992, the Frolics began as a resident talent show embellished with an original comedy skit. The next year brought a more prominent story line; next, music was added. By Freedom Frolics IV, the show was fully scripted, with scenery, costumes and musical parodies highlighting the action. As Frolics grew, so did its cast, for it

was--and remains--open to any resident who wishes to participate. There are no auditions. Everyone who wants to be onstage gets onstage, if only as a “walkon” or in a group. The 2014 Freedom Frolics cast numbered forty-eight and this year’s company will probably equal or exceed it. Residents enjoy being in Freedom Frolics for several reasons, not the least of which is because it is simply lots of fun; “having fun for the Fund” is the way they put it. Memorization is minimal with off-stage narration and lip-sync freely utilized …though there are some speaking parts, as well, for those who prefer a greater theatrical challenge. Fun though it may be, the primary

reason residents keep signing up, year after year, to spend their time and energy in Frolics is that they can witness their investment first hand and on a daily basis. Freedom Plaza Scholarship recipients are the hourly employees who keep residents’ lives comfortable: the dining service wait staff; the housekeepers; the office personnel; the nurses and aids at Plaza West Health Care Center. To date, the Freedom Plaza Scholarship Fund, a resident-directed corporation, has awarded grants for both traditional and non-traditional education totaling over $600,000, all of it generated at Freedom Plaza. Freedom Frolics is the organization’s major fundraiser. As steeped in the Old South as the

2015 Frolics may be, good old Yankee ingenuity will likely play a vital part in its production. The Woodworkers building the stage set, the Art League members painting scenery, the resident seamstresses sewing costumes, plus the numerous people involved in other auxiliary roles are all of varying backgrounds. Many of them are bound to be Yankees. But unlike the harsh reality of the Civil War, or even in the classic movie model, in Gone With the Breeze the Yankees and the Rebels meet happily and humorously, and for a good cause. To enjoy a heapin’ helpin’ of this hilarious example of Southern hospitality call 642-1215 during business hours for ticket purchase information. Nominees for Freedom Plaza’s 2015 From the Heart Award are, Luke Amato, Judi Allen, Ray Adams, Sandy Bryson, Laura Borak, Helen Bredehoft, Sarah Chambers, Marjorie Chandler, Frank Daniels, Ann Graff, David Houck, David Nicholson, Terry O’Niell, Kathleen Riviello, Ann Marie Vercelli and Dorothy Wagasky.

Tax Club Salutes the United Community Church for 26 Years of Support for Free Tax Return Filing in Sun City Center

Submitted by Bob Larson The Sun City Center Tax-Aide program will celebrate their 26th year doing free tax returns for the residents of the Greater Sun City Center area at the United Community Church at La Jolla Avenue and North Pebble Beach Boulevard. This AARP Foundation affiliate, with an all-volunteer staff of local residents, assisted more than 6,000 people during last year’s tax season! This remarkable total was accomplished by 58 Sun City Center volunteers who worked more than 4,000 hours at the United Community Church and the Ruskin Neighborhood Center preparing over 3,200 federal 1040 returns and assisting many shut-ins with their taxes. In addition, 19 Kings Point residents were trained in tax preparation law, filing procedure, and in e-filing tax returns by

computer and they e-filed an additional 900 returns. Nine more volunteers arranged the appointments, greeted clients, and helped them identify the records needed. Tax-aide volunteers assisted older persons and working poor from Riverview, Gibsonton, Ruskin, Lithia, Wimauma, Apollo Beach, and Balm as well as Sun City Center. Eighty five percent of their clients were over 60 years old. The returns they filed resulted in $5.4 million in tax revenue with more than $1.9 million in tax refunds, $93,000 in child tax credits, and $217,000 in earned income credits for local residents. The IRS estimates that they save local residents more than $400,000 in tax preparation fees. Marilyn Wilson, the program local coordinator, advises everyone to bring photo ID and Social Security cards

or Social Security statements for all persons mentioned in the return, including dependents. Bring a copy of death certificate for any spouse deceased in 2013 or 2014. Bring a copy of any Power of Attorney if you plan to sign the return for that person. We need last year’s tax return, current W-2 forms from employers, 1099 forms for interest, dividends, stock sales, pensions, and IRA distributions. Please gather information about the purchase date and purchase price of any stock, etc. sold

in 2014. Be sure to bring an accurate list of any estimated tax payments you sent to the IRS. Bring information about any potentially deductible health insurance plan premiums you or your employer paid and any forms 1095 or other Marketplace forms you received. Bring your check book if you want any refund directly deposited to your bank account. We reserve the right to see the Social Security cards for all persons listed on the return before we provide service.

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United Community Church (use west entrance) - North Pebble Beach at LaJolla - Sun City Center. Monday through Friday - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. - Walk-in service. For an appointment for February 1 - April 15 - call 634-3502. Bring photo ID and Social Security cards or Social Security statements for all persons, including dependents. Bring a copy of death certificate for any spouse deceased in 2013 or 2014. Bring a copy of any Power of Attorney if you plan to sign the return for that person. We need last year’s tax return, current W-2 forms from employers, 1099 forms for interest, dividends, stock sales, pensions, and IRA distributions. Please gather information about the purchase date and purchase price of any stock, etc. sold in 2014. Be sure to bring an accurate list of any estimated tax payments you sent to the IRS. Bring your checkbook if you want any refund directly deposited to your bank account. Bring information about your potentially deductible health insurance premiums paid and any forms 1095 or other documents received from the Marketplace.

AARP Free Tax Service in Kings Point

Kings Point Clubhouse - 1900 Clubhouse Dr. - Kings Point. Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call (813) 938-8959 between 9 and 3 on MWF to make an appointment. Bring photo ID and Social Security cards or Social Security statements for all persons, including dependents. Bring a copy of death certificate for any spouse deceased in 2013 or 2014. Bring a copy of any Power of Attorney if you plan to sign the return for that person. We need last year’s tax return, current W-2 forms from employers, 1099 forms for interest, dividends, stock sales, pensions, and IRA distributions. Please gather information about the purchase date and purchase price of any stock, etc. sold in 2014. Be sure to bring an accurate list of any estimated tax payments you sent to the IRS. Bring your check book if you want any refund directly deposited to your bank account. Bring information about your potentially deductible health insurance premiums paid and any forms 1095 or other documents received from the Marketplace. Sun City Center Shut-ins and Lake Towers Residents call 634-4200 for appointments.For more information about the AARP tax aide program in Sun City Center, call Marilyn Wilson at 633-5679. In Kings Point, you can call Ed Sheridan at 634-7965 for information. Perhaps you would like to join in as a volunteer next year? Anyone can be a help. Give Marilyn a call.

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Travel

The number one attraction: historic Ft. Clinch.

Watching the sunrise on Amelia.

Visit One of the Best – Amelia Island

Costumed interpreter bringing history to life.

Story and Photos By Kai Rambow If you haven’t been, consider going and/or save the information for visiting relatives and friends. Consistently Rated as One of the Best If you’re bored with your weekend getaways to Wimauma, consider making a trip to Amelia Island. North of Jacksonville, Amelia Island is right at the Florida Georgia state line on the Atlantic coast. It is also consistently rated as one of the ten best islands in the country and one of the best islands in the world.

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The Beach is Not Number One

Even though Amelia has one of the widest beaches, the number one attraction is Fort Clinch State Park. The fort served as a military outpost during the Civil War, Spanish-American War and World War II. Visitors are most interested in what the fort was like during the Civil War. Period-costumed interpreters bring history to life. Our interpreter had a great sense of humor, making the visit fun.

A Variety of Activities

Walking the wonderful, wide beaches is a top choice. Additional active pursuits span a range. There are plenty of trails to hike or if you prefer there are trails to bike. If you’d rather not bike, you can rent a scooter to explore. On the inland coastal waterway, you can kayak and quietly view the wildlife. If you’d rather not break into a sweat there are pontoon boat tours to view the island, wildlife (including tourists), and even Fort Clinch. Or if you’re looking for speed, there are motorized, no-sail catamarans – something I’d never seen before. More traditional activities include several golf courses nestled in the beauty of the island. Strolling the picturesque town of Fernandina Beach, window shopping and eating in one of the many restaurants fits a leisurely pace. Quite a few of the buildings in town are historic. The wide variety means you can be active, relax or mix it up. It adds up to a memorable and fun visit.

Good Choices for Places to Stay and Eat

Amelia Island has everything ranging from inexpensive hotels to B&Bs to

a Ritz-Carlton. You will also need to decide whether you want to be close to the beach or in town. Locations are close to each other and parking is available, so you can stay in one place and get to the other easily. Prices will, of course, be higher during the summer season. Prices for restaurants were slightly higher as there are fewer chain restaurants and more locally owned and operated ones on the island and in town. However, no real difference when compared to some restaurants closer to home.

Tips for a Great Trip

When to Go: Many people think of October and May as two of the best months here in Florida with great temperatures and relatively low humidity. These would be two great times to make this trip. You’ll have the added benefit of fewer tourists and lower prices. Note: Watch out for event weekends. If you want quiet, avoid such weekends. If you want to attend the book, blues, jazz, wine or antique cars festivals, it may add something extra. Driving: It may be suggested to drive north to Ocala and then cut across the state to reach Jacksonville. Don’t bother. The drive is no more scenic than on I-95 and the constant changes in speed ranging from 35 to 70 miles per hour will be frustrating. The drive will take approximately four hours. Finding Everything: Amelia Island is well prepared. Be sure to visit their web site and get a booklet upon arrival. The booklet is well organized and can help you find everything you need to have a great stay. Web site: www.ameliaisland. com

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C. A. R. E.

Zeus is a fawn colored Chihuahua that came to CARE due to his owners no longer being able to take care of him. He is shy at first and a bit timid but when he gets to know you he enjoys a nap in your arms. This little man deserves a new start and would do best in a home without children. He also has a preference for the ladies; but, that’s according to his past owner. Zeus is waiting at CARE to meet you and his new family, and to take him to his forever home. Mr. Z has been neutered and is current on vaccinations. As part of his adoption he will be microchipped. DOB: February 2, 2010.

Cici is a sleek black little girl kitty with a mischievous grin on her little face, waiting for her own human to come take her home. CiCi has beautiful green eyes, and is playful and happy and full of energy. She will give many happy years to the family who takes her to a forever home. As part of her adoption CiCi will be microchipped. She has been spayed and is current on vaccinations. DOB: August 2, 2014.

C.A.R.E. is an all-volunteer, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization (593678003) registered with the FL Department of Agriculture and C onsumer S er vices, No. CH14526. The shelter is funded solely through donations, adoptions, spay/neuter fees, fundraisers, and small grants. For more information, volunteer opportunities or donations, please visit our website (careshelter. org) or give us a call 813-645-2273. We are very grateful for your support. C.A.R.E. is open 10 AM to 3 PM on Tues. - Sat. For directions visit www. CareShelter.org or call 813-645-2273.

Feline Folks

Have you ever wondered about the sizable outdoor cat population here in Sun City Center? Most of these “Free Roaming Community Cats” are feral; cats that are born in the wild and not socialized to humans. Included in this mix are domesticated social cats, who are lost or abandoned by owners who are unable or unwilling to care for them. Feral cats are beneficial to our environment. Born hunters, they control the local rodent/snake population. Feral cats or “Community Cats” are a universal fact of life, and are managed and maintained by various organizations throughout the United States. Catalina Island, California, and Key West, Florida, support feral cat colonies. Locally, Feline Folks was created to reduce the large number of homeless, unwanted cats, by initiating a TNVR (Trap/ Neuter/ Vaccinate/Return) program. This effort entails humanely trapping, transporting for spay/neuter by a veterinarian, aftercare, and subsequent return to their outdoor colonies. Also, while in surgery the left tip of each cat’s ear is removed. This is called “Ear Tipping” & is a universal sign that is used to determine if a cat is sterilized. As a result of TNVR the feral cat population stabilizes. Zero population growth, no more kittens! The behaviors and stresses associated with mating, such as roaming, yowling, and fighting subside. Killing of these cats as a means of control is considered inhumane and ineffective. Studies demonstrate that TNVR is the single most compassionate and effective program to reduce the free roaming cat numbers over time. In addition to TNVR, the cat colonies are fed once daily by dedicated Feline Folks volunteers or other community members. Feral cats do best when not overfed. Keeping them slim is not only beneficial to their health but it keeps the cats hunting; fewer snakes and rodents. To learn more about our resident free roaming cat population and the mission of Feline Folks log onto the Feline Folks website: www.felinefolks.us. If you would like to speak to a member of Feline Folks or wish to make a donation of food or money, visit Feline Folks in the Kings Point North Club House lobby any Thursday morning from 10 a.m. to noon. The Sun City Center Chamber of Commerce also has a food barrel for donations of canned and unopened dry cat food. Cadence Bank, located in the Publix shopping court, is sponsoring a food drop and information table March 30 through April 3. Monetary donations may be made through PayPal on the Feline Folks website: www.felinefolks.us or mailed to: Feline Folks PO Box 6294 Sun City Center, Fl. 33571-6294 Watch for future articles about Feline Folks, including some of their success stories and ways you can help our “Community Cats.” Kindness counts!

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Our Lady’s Pantry Needs Your Help

By Paula Lickfeldt w/ Tom Bullaro Our Lady’s Pantry, in Wimauma, is hopeful of expanding so the people of the area will be better served. In 1999, when the food pantry first opened, 20 families weekly were given food. The number of families given food in 2005 broke 100 a week and, in 2014, 195 families a week were fed. Each family is given 60-80 pounds of food a week. A new building with more space to keep the food, both perishable and nonperishable, and to better serve the community, is desperately needed. The majority of the money used to buy the food comes from The Knights of Columbus, the Nearly New Shop and the Community Foundation. Using the donated dollars, Our Lady’s Pantry is able to purchase food from “Feed America Tampa Bay” for 18 cents a pound. Food is also donated by many The Building Committee of Our Lady’s Pantry includes -- from left to right: Tom and Anita Bullaro, Brian McNamara, Ray Lennon, Frederick Lamitte, and Bob Buchowski. area groups and organizations. Tom Bullaro, co-director of the Pantry community, we distributed just under large numbers of children and adults.” along with his wife Anita, says that 9,000 big boxes of groceries to the 1,100 “Regrettably, we are greatly limited by Our Lady’s Pantry has been serving families registered in Our Lady’s Pantry space. The classroom where we work is the community since 1999, with more over the past 12 months. Multiplied only 1,152 square feet, in which we stack households coming for food all the week after week, we are providing some and organize literally tons of food for time. “Thanks to the generosity of this dependable relief against hunger for our families (143 tons in 2014). Included

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in this space are seven stand-alone freezers and two refrigerators. “The new building will have a bigger parking lot, allowing a better flow of traffic for cars coming and going, and people walking here and there. It will, therefore, be safer for everyone.” According to Bullaro, the new Pantry, which will be 50 feet by 80 feet, for a total of 4,000 square feet, also will be located on the grounds of Our Lady of Guadalupe Mission. If your Sun City Center or King’s Point club or organization is searching for an important 501 (c)(3) nonprofit to help support, a representation of Our Lady’s Pantry would love to talk with you. Contact Tom Bullaro, director, or his wife Anita at 813-741-2000. The building plans have been completed and have been approved by the diocese. All of the necessary permit applications are at the county engineer’s office for review. The expanded pantry is moving forward. Construction is estimated to cost $150,000. Construction can begin when half of the funding $75,000 is in hand. A total of $22,355 had been donated thus far.

Faith & Service Redeemer Lutheran Women to Meet

The women’s organization of Redeemer Lutheran Church (Women of the ELCA) will meet on Wednesday, March 18 beginning with refreshments at 9:30 a.m. The 10 a.m. program will be a presentation by Sigi Espino on Kuna Handcrafts. The Kuna are an Indian tribe living in the San Blas archipel of Panama. Today there are about 40 to 45,000 of them. The traditional dress of a Kuna woman consists of a patterned blue cotton wrappen skirt, red and yellow headscarf, arm and leg beads, gold nose ring, earrings, and the many layered and finely sewn mola panel blouse, the Mola. The artistry of a mola reflects a synthesis of traditional Kuna culture with influences of the modern world. Mola art developed when Kuna women began access to store bought yard material, mainly colored cotton. Mola designs were first inspired by geometric body paintings, by Kuna mythology, legends, and by nature. In modern times they are influenced by posters, political adds, commercial labels, books and TV cartoons as well as daily living. Samples of Molas and what can be made out of them will be shown in the presentation. Everyone is invited to attend. For more information, call 813-634-1292.

Irish Dinner at St. Andrew

Cameroon Missionaries Speak at Trinity

Trinity Baptist Church, in Sun City Center, recently hosted a visit by Missionaries Tim and Amy Moline, who serve in Cameroon, West Africa. Cameroon is one-third Muslim and two-thirds Christian. English and French are the official languages, complimented by some 270 tribal group languages. The Molines serve in an English speaking area. Cameroon is one of the most corrupt countries in the world and that is a constant challenge for them and the residents of the country. They presented an overview of their work at the evening service and explained that their mission is to multiply Christian leaders and strengthen churches. They serve at the Cameroon Baptist Theological Seminary (CBTS), which provides education from primary school through the Master’s degree level and has 250 students per year. CBTS trains Cameroonian missionaries, who serve in remote villages and reach thousands of people. A lot of new churches are being started and there is a real need to strengthen and grow them. A reception was held after the service, which provided more time for the Moline’s to discuss their work and to answer questions from the attendees. For more information about the church, please call 634.4228 or visit the website at www.trinitybaptistscc.com.

Begorra, there’s an Irish feast coming up, and you all are invited to St. Andrew Presbyterian Church in Sun City Center! There will be corned beef, red potatoes, cabbage, salad, rolls, and cheesecake on March 22 at 5 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. The food will be catered by Econo Catering. The price is $9 a ticket. Tickets will be sold weekdays at the church office (entry at church rear) starting February 23, Monday, through noon on March 16, Monday. The entertainment is Patrick “Paddy” Cooney and a wonderful Irish dance group. St. Andrew is located at 1239 Del Webb Blvd. West and can be contacted at 813-634-1252.

Should I Eat This?

Are you confused about gluten-free diets and should you be on one? Is yogurt good for you? Should I eat it daily? How many fruits and vegetables should I eat daily? Can I juice them? Can I overdo it with certain foods? Have your questions answered at our information meeting March 12 at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church in Sun City Center. This free presentation will be given by a registered dietitian, Carole Miller. Carole has practiced dietetics at Palm Garden Nursing Home, Plaza West, and for the past 13 years, at South Bay Hospital as Clinical Nutrition Manager. Carole is registered with the Academy of Nutrition and Education and is licensed in Florida. She’s currently a personal consultant. Over 40 years of practice and continuing education have given Carole insights that may help YOU. St. Andrew is located at 1239 Del Webb Blvd. West and can be reached by telephone at 634-1252.

Saint Anne Dedicates New Facility

The weekend of February 14 and 15 marked a new milestone for the Saint Anne Food Pantry, located on the church campus at 106 11th Ave. N.E. in Ruskin. Parishioners and community representatives joined in the celebration as South Hillsborough’s newest facility was blessed by Very Rev. John F. McEvoy, Pastor of St. Anne Catholic Church, on Saturday evening and again on Sunday morning. In honor of the celebration, Food Pantry volunteers from the Saint Anne outreach ministry prepared a light reception following both observances. The 4,000 square foot facility was filled to capacity on both days. The Food Pantry Committee and volunteer staff members have worked very diligently over the past four years to make this vision a reality. This accomplishment is truly a community event. The donations of both long-time and new parishioners, and the very generous contributions and grants of the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay, The Simmons Foundation, the Community Foundation of Greater Sun City Center, and The Interfaith Council have resulted in a debt-free building. The greater South Shore Community is ultimately the recipient of this cooperative effort. More information about Saint Anne Catholic Church is available on its website: www.SaintAnneRuskin.org.

Nearly New Shop Presents Fashion Show

Volunteers from the Nearly New Shop in Sun City Center Plaza presented a fashion show for the Sun City Center Woman’s Club at the club’s January meeting. Wearing donated goods from the Nearly New Shop the models pictured are, from left, Peg Nagy, Linda Atkins, Cheryl Okke, Linda Berry, Miriam Zane, Joyce Falandysz, Rosie Elam and Kelsey. Dee Kelly and Joyce Falandysz, lead volunteers at the Nearly New Shop, coordinated the event. The Sun City Center Interfaith Council uses funds raised from the sale of donated items at the Nearly New Shop to fund scholarships and grants in the South Hillsborough County area. For more information please call 813-642-9099.

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Faith & Service Estranged Adult Children

Share Your Story With The United Methodist Church On Saturday, March 21 at the United Methodist Church of Sun City Center, Heather Newman-Trivus, MSW, LCSW, ACSW, BCD will address the topic of adult children who have walked away from their parents. Often, the parents never know why. If you or someone you know has experienced estrangement and would be willing to share his/her story, please contact Barbara Kanoza, Ministry Executive Team Coach of UMC at (813) 298-7209.

Mission Smiles Dental Truck Visits The United Methodist Church

Sixty adults and children received dental hygiene care as well as x-rays and necessary extractions as Mission Smiles brought their dental truck to the campus of The United Methodist Church of Sun City Center. Pat Hill, Director of Ministries stated, “Our church is dedicated to provide free dental services to those in our community who otherwise could not receive care.” Mission Tampa is a 501(c)(3) Christian Ministry which was incorporated in 2004 to meet the spiritual, emotional and physical needs of Tampa’s poor and homeless. The heart of this ministry is to see lives transformed by the power of God. In all endeavors, the primary purpose of Mission Smiles is to share the life-changing love of Christ. Local dentists, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, Sun City Center, and Dr. Katie Barlow, Sun Coast Dental, donated their services throughout the day. Dr. Michelle Holcomb’s office staff offered support. Kathy McGartland, Program Manager from Mission Smiles shared this purpose: “People in South County have crucial needs for dental care, and we are here to meet these needs.” In support of Mission Smiles, the church made a donation available through a grant received from the Community Foundation of Greater Tampa Bay: Project Tooth. A day of church and community working together to change lives.

St. John Youth Fight Hunger

On Sunday, February 1, St. John the Divine Episcopal Church Youth Group collected money, after each service, to donate to The Mary and Martha House who give shelter and support to abused women and children. All $580 collected is going to the Mary and Martha House. We also do our “Souper Bowl of Caring” on Super Bowl Sunday to fight hunger and poverty. This annual event is the L to R: Kennett Luxana, Katie Arp, perfect reminder to reach out to those Anthony Primiano, Rebecca Carlisle, John Patterson, Kylie Miller, Zachary Shavnore. who struggle.

Hope Fund’s Breakfast & Bingo at Community Hall on March 28

It’s time again for The Hope Fund’s semi-annual Breakfast & Bingo (B&B)! On Sat., March 28 from 8:30 to 11 a.m., come to Community Hall on South Pebble Beach Boulevard in SCC to enjoy another B&B. The admission price is only $7 for a large omelet with your choice of fillings, a bagel with cream cheese or a doughnut, orange juice, coffee or tea. You will go through the line with ease! Bingo begins at 9:30. Bingo cards cost $1 each. Play for cash prizes! Tickets are available at the door. Everyone is welcome. The Hope Fund is a 501(c)(3) organization made up entirely of volunteers who are dedicated to improving the lives of at-risk children who live in Wimauma and attend the after-school and summer programs at Bethune Park. The Hope Fund partners with RCMA to maintain the programs so that the children will have a safe place to go after school and during the summer while their parents work. Along with a volunteer Board, The Hope Fund consists of volunteers from SCC, including King’s Point, who generously give of their time to help the kids. They volunteer for one hour a week as tutors, mentors, readers and reading instructors. There is a running program to promote good exercise habits, and there are art classes which encourage the children’s creative side. There is a computer lab. The Fund also runs a Kids’ Cafe which provides healthy snacks after school. Holiday parties, and field trips are part of the activities. There is a sex and drug education program for older children. Programs include chess, woodworking, a health class and counseling on nutrition, family life, self esteem, and first aid. New this year is a music class where the children are getting a chance to play a trumpet. Tuition is charged to help finance the programs. The Hope Fund provides 99% of the families with financial assistance. For further information about The Hope Fund and/or Breakfast & Bingo, to volunteer to work with the kids for one hour a week, or to give a tax-deductible donation, call Carla Miles at 634-4268. All money raised goes to benefit the children. More information may be found at the Fund’s website at www.the-hope-fund.org. We hope to see you on March 28!

Brotherhood A Capella Quintet to Appear at United Community Church

March 20 at 6 p.m. Fantastic Friday dinner theatre at United Community Church, United Church of Christ, 1501 La Jolla Ave. will feature the “Brotherhood.” This is an all male A Capella Qunitet that has been singing together since 1987. The dinner will be catered by Laura Schular of Sun Coast Catering and consist of carved ham, baked whitefish with seafood dressing, red potatoes, zucchini with tomatoes and onions and banana pudding. Tickets for the dinner and the show, are $18 per person and can be purchased on Sunday morning after worship or on Tuesday and Thursday morning from 10 until noon in the narthex of the church. The last day to get a dinner/theatre ticket will be March 17. Tickets for the show only are $5 per person and can be purchased up until show time. For more information or to buy a ticket, call Paula 633-6739

Council of Catholic Women Fashion Show

The CCW of Prince of Peace will be holding their annual Spring Fashion Show, “Celebrate Spring” on Thursday, April 9 at the Community Hall, 1910 South Pebble Beach Boulevard. The event begins at noon, doors will open at 11 a.m. to give everyone the opportunity to try on fashions and view the accessories and jewelry. Fashions are by Patchington’s. Banquet Masters will provide a buffet lunch including chicken florentine and crab stuffed filet of sole. There will be door prizes. A portion of the proceeds will benefit “Eckerd’s Raising Hope.” The cost of a ticket is $25. For tickets, please contact Lynn at (941) 723-8431.

Beth Israel Musical Event

By Marion Sharkey Beth Israel Congregation will sponsor a musical event on Sunday, March 1. It will be a concert featuring Kathy and Paul Storfer. The Storfers have been involved in Jewish music for nearly 25 years and are deeply involved in interfaith work. They annually take part in sharing the leadership of a large inter-denominational choir during Martin Luther King Jr. weekend celebrations at the Antioch Baptist Church in Bedford Hills, NY. They are also founding members of northern Westchester’s “Unity Made Visible” a cooperation circle of the United Religions Initiative. The concert will begin at 3 p.m. in the sanctuary and will be followed by a wine and cheese reception in the social hall. This event is open to the public and will cost $10 with a reservation. The price is $12 at the door. Please call Judy Branch at 813746-1222 by February 26.

Ellis Island Documentary

The first part of a documentary about “Ellis Island” from the History Channel was shown to Beth Israel Congregation on February 2 and will be continued on February 9 in the Henry Gibson social Hall at the Temple on Del Webb Blvd. in Sun City Center at 3 p.m. Approximately 40 members attended and learned about what their parents and grandparents experienced as they ventured to this country from Russia, Poland, Germany and many other countries. The film was preceded by a presentation given by Ms.Tollie Banker, faculty librarian and adjunct history professor at Hillsborough Community College Southshore. Ms. Banker gave an informative overview of “Geneology 101,” which included the how, what and who is needed when beginning a search into your ancestry. A lively question and answer period followed and of course refreshments were enjoyed by all.

Popular Charity Lunch Returns at St. Andrew Presbyterian

The Mission Committee of St. Andrew Presbyterian Church in Sun City Center is inviting our community to join friends at St. Andrew to help reach out to our greater community needs. The public is invited to participate in a Metropolitan Ministries Circle of Compassion Box Luncheon on Sunday, March 15, in Fellowship Hall at St. Andrew. Box lunches cost $13 each, with all proceeds going to Metropolitan Ministries to help feed people in need. The lunches must be ordered in advance. Tickets may be purchased at the church office (entry in back) weekdays through March 8. Each Executive Box Lunch will contain a choice of a turkey club or Black Forest ham sandwich, Italian antipasto salad, seasonal fresh fruit, homemade chips and a gourmet cookie. The pre-ordered box lunch can be picked up on Sunday, March 15, between 10:30 a.m. and noon. Visitors may join St. Andrew members in Fellowship Hall to partake, or carry out the meals. St. Andrew is located at 1239 Del Webb Blvd. W. and can be contacted at 813-634-1252.

Nearly New Shop Department of the Month

The department of the month at the Nearly New Shop in the Sun City Center plaza is the outside department. Volunteers received certificates of appreciation. Pictured from left are Leo Pelzch, Tom Mackar, Jim Davis, Bob Earnshaw, Solon DeWitt, and, presenting the certificates, Dee Kelly, Nearly New volunteer and secretary of the Sun City Center Interfaith Council. The Interfaith Council uses monies from the sale of donated items at the Nearly New Shop to fund grants and scholarships in South Hillsborough County. For more information call 813-642-9099.

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