The News of June 2013 - ISSUE #59
...an official publication of the Community Association — Named Best Newsletter in Hillsborough County 2011
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COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION SCHEDULE Board Workshop Board Room – 9 a.m. Coffee & Conversation Pebble Beach Medians Florida Room - 9 a.m. Board Meeting Rollins Theater – 9 a.m.
Board Workshop Board Room – 9 a.m. Holiday Breakfast Community Hall - 7 a.m. to noon Fireworks Central Campus - Dusk 10 Board Meeting Rollins Theater – 9 a.m. The Community Leaders and COAP meetings will not be held in June, July or August. Proposed agendas for monthly Board Meetings are discussed at the Board Workshops and posted on Official Bulletin Boards the Friday before. They will also be posted on our website (suncitycenter.org – under “Association”).
MASTER PLAN UNDERWAY!
John Bowker The referendum voting that concluded on May 22 provided a positive vote of 2302 against 579 negatives. With this substantial plurality, the Long Range Plan of the Community Association Board has been energized and steps are already underway to advance the appearance and condition of properties under its control. Ed Barnes, president of the CA, issued a statement immediately after learning of the approval of funding for the enlarged parking area. He applauded “the giant step taken by the CA membership in approving this keystone project that will lead to enhanced amenities of the Community Association as laid out in the Master Plan. I am very pleased in how the CA Directors and the CA members worked together in many conversations to provide this result. We can see that the majority of the membership is interested in improving and upgrading the facilities, and this is a major step forward.” CA Director David Floyd, chairman of the Long Range Planning Implementation Committee, echoed the president’s comments while noting that the vote represented over 28% of the eligible voters. “That, too, represents an increase in interest in community affairs,” he said. The vote regarding the café was not a surprise to the Board members interviewed by this publication. Based on comments that have come to their attention, and reflecting on remarks expressed at the several Coffee and Conversation meetings, members of the Board intend to re-visit the whole question about a social meeting area in the space now devoted to the atrium. No activity in that space is planned at this time.
Every Wednesday: Orientation for new members in the Board Room at 1 p.m. PHOTO BY JOHN BOWKER
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On the Inside CARE....................................... 9 Club Happenings.................. 14+ Consumer Affairs.................... 24 Crossword................................ 9 CryptoQuote............................. 7 Deputy Jason......................... 30 Entertainment Corner............... 5 Expanding Horizons................. 7 Golf....................................... 26+ Lifestyles................................ 12 Meet your Neighbors.............. 10 Military Affairs......................... 22 Movies.................................... 31 Newcomers.............................. 2 Plants Happen........................ 21 President’s Report.................... 3 Sports................................... 26+ Sudoku................................... 11
Outdoor Stage at bottom left above will soon be removed. The small building to the right with a brown roof is the main office of the Community Emergency Response Team (“CERT”). That organization is moving to space at the Chamber of Commerce.
WHAT’S NEXT?
The first signs of change as a direct result of the referendum will probably be the removal of the Outdoor Stage and CERT Building shown above. When grading and landscaping is finished, this will provide space for at least another 50 golf carts in the middle of the Central Campus. The other changes will require additional professional design, permitting by the county and contracting before any construction is begun. When will that be? Maybe as soon as next spring. More on the Master Plan upgrades is presented on pages 5 and 6.
COFFEE AND CONVERSATION Concerning the maintenance of Pebble Beach Blvd. Medians Monday June 10, 2013 Florida Room 9 a.m.
DID YOU KNOW?
You can recycle your old cell phone and accessories at the United Community Church. They will be 100% refurbished, reused or recycled, thus kept out of our landfills and waterways. Drop them off at the church office (1501 La Jolla Ave.) 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday – Friday. Editor’s Note: If you have a suggestion about something that would be useful to others for this column, send it to hodgespress@ gmail.com.
Will street lighting continue on Pebble Beach Blvd? By Paul Wheat Good question? Subsequent to publication of my article in May’s issue of The NEWS of SCC, several people have requested further details concerning the street lighting presently located in the medians of both North and South Pebble Beach Boulevards. The following details are the best I can provide from information obtained from available records and conversations with people familiar with the situation. First of all, Hillsborough County officials have stated several times that Hillsborough County does not pay for street lighting in residential areas. Residential street lighting in Hillsborough County is accomplished by the establishment of a “Lighting District.” Presently there are more than 775 Lighting Districts with over 32,500 lights serviced by Hillsborough County. Street lighting is billed in advance as a uniform nonad valorem assessment as part of the annual (ad valorem) property tax bill paid by the individual property owners who form that district. However, as we all have learned, every rule has its exception. There are presently four light poles located in the medians of North Pebble Beach, each pole with two lights, and six poles with two lights each, located on South Pebble Beach medians, all near the intersection with S.R. 674. Since there are no written agreements available, one can only surmise that, at the time these ten light poles and street lights were installed (many years ago) by the County and TECO respectively, the County agreed with the developer to forego the normal process of annual non-ad valorem assessments if the developer, in the place of a Lighting District, paid the cost of operating the lights directly to TECO. Apparently the County still performs certain other “servicing” requirements. The annual electrical costs for these lights presently totals $3,475 (including tax), and are presently billed by TECO directly to Minto Communities as the account owner. If the CA assumes the responsibilities for the Pebble Beach Medians, the annual costs have already been included in the estimated cost provided by the Pebble Beach Task Force in its Interim Report to the CA BOD. (Note: This report is posted on the CA web site and on file in the CA library.) The point being made is that if the CA does not assume the responsibilities for the Pebble Beach
See Medians on page 3.
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Thank You, July 4 Breakfast Volunteers!
When Sam and Joanne Sudman put out the call for volunteers to man the July 4 breakfast, the community was quick to respond. They now have 110—about 90 percent of the number they need— to serve the hundreds of people expected at the breakfast on July 4, 7 a.m. to noon, at Community Hall on S. Pebble Beach Blvd. What a great way to start your July 4 celebration—a pancake breakfast with friends. They still have room for a few more volunteers, so give them a call at 633-3106 or email jsudman@ tampabay.rr.com
Where Will YOU Take the SCC Story? We will publish your picture taken elsewhere in your SCC T-shirts or holding a copy of The News of Sun City Center. Email your photo with a caption to sccnews@verizon.net or deliver it to the CA office.
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Make us your favorite! Sun City Center Library Catalog is now online at: webopac.infovisionsoftware.com/ suncity/ Now you can look up and reserve items from home, check the status of borrowed items, check your reserve list and renew items that do not have a hold on them. If the reserve link does not work in your browser, simply click on the compatibility view in your browser search window.
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HELPFUL HINTS for submitting articles/pictures to The NEWS of Sun City Center 1. When typing an article, please do not put returns in the middle of a sentence. Use only one space between sentences. 2. When submitting a photo, it should not be “reduced” from its original size. 3. To name a file, leave out characters such as punctuation marks (e.g. “ , . # ? / ( ) & ‘). 4. Submit via email whenever possible. If not possible, deliver your article/pictures to the CA office where The NEWS has a mailbox; or you can put it through the slot at the newsroom (next to the Palm Room in Old Town Hall). 5. When listing a time, please use the following format: 2 p.m. or 1-3 p.m. or 7:30 p.m. 6. Be sure to submit it by the 15th of the month prior to the delivery month (e.g. Nov 15 for the December issue). Thanks, and keep those articles coming! The NEWS of Sun City Center A publication of the SCC Community Association 1009 N. Pebble Beach Blvd. Sun City Center, FL 33573 813-633-3500
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NEWCOMERS April 2013
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Reporter Phyllis Hodges
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Contributors: CA Board of Directors and Staff, Agnes Baker, John & Linda Bowker, Art Erickson, Susan Muise, Ron Pelton, Judy Schings, LeRoy Skinner, Judy Stimson Photographer: Judy Stimson CA Board Liaison: Howie Griffin Ombudsperson: Ilona Merritt IlonaMerritt7201@yahoo.com Advertising: John Wolf newsofsccads@gmail.com 813-938-8721 Publisher: Sun City Center Community Association Monthly deadline:
15th of each month Advertising: The NEWS is not liable for errors in advertising; it does not endorse and cannot verify the accuracy of representations made by advertisers who are solely responsible for advertisement contents. The NEWS welcomes announcements, articles, photos and stories about our community.
June 2013
The News of Sun City Center
President’s Report By Ed Barnes
Congratulations – 50 Years The Sun City Center Duplicate Bridge Club celebrated its 50 th anniversar y this past month. Congratulations to the Duplicate Bridge Club – there are only a few of our clubs that can claim 50 years of existence. Congratulations on your success in being able to sustain a club for this long a period of time. Pebble Beach Blvd. Median Maintenance T h e Pe b b l e B e a c h B l vd . Median Maintenance Task Force is continuing to move forward in presenting its initial findings and recommendations. This is very important to the future of Sun City Center and everyone needs to be fully aware of the consequences of either of these actions. There will be another Coffee & Conversation before the summer (June 10 at 9 a.m. in the Florida Room) to discuss in detail the methodology and options regarding this effort. I encourage everyone to attend this Coffee & Conversation and find out the facts – don’t rely on rumor and hearsay, this is too important. We as a community must decide what we want to do regarding these medians on a goforward basis. The basic decision is whether we want the County to take over maintenance or do we want to control our own destiny and have the CA take over this responsibility. Liens We currently have liens on 133 houses for non-payment of dues. That is about 2% of the houses in Sun City Center which is below average for Florida. These liens are valued at $141,500 dollars. Of the 133 houses with liens, 11 are owned by banks and six are Chinese Dry Wall houses. This is about the normal number of liens we have outstanding at this time of the year. I have started the foreclosure process on three of these houses that owe us substantial amounts of money. The foreclosure process will take six months or so to conclude. Foreclosure is a drastic action but the amount of money owed to the Association has been accumulating for a number of years and each of these homeowners have
signed a membership agreement and have an obligation to pay their dues. Trash Collection The new Hillsborough County trash collection system will start in January 2014 for Sun City Center. Each house will get a 35-gallon receptacle for trash and a 35-gallon receptacle for recyclables sometime in the first couple of weeks of January 2014. If you determine that either of the 35-gallon receptacles does not fit your needs, you can exchange them for a different receptacle without charge until March 15. As we move on thru the summer and fall, there will be many more issues that come up in regard to this program which will require resolution by the county. Unacceptable Behavior Recently we have had two incidents in which exceptionally bad behavior has been displayed on CA property. The first involves a locker in the outdoor restroom near the pool area. Someone took it upon themselves to desecrate a locker of one individual with excrement. This incident resulted in the CA Maintenance personnel spending several hours disinfecting the restroom and the locker to restore the facility to a safe and sanitary condition. This was no accident; it was a deliberate retaliation against a member. This type of behavior will not be tolerated. The second incident could have become a much worse incident – it involved a scuffle with a gun that broke out over a bike entering the CA property against the traffic signs and ended with the Hillsborough County Sheriff removing two residents. Sun City Center is a great place to live and if you have a disagreement with someone, there are a number of methods to resolve these disagreements without resorting to unacceptable behavior. We live in a great community and politeness, respect for each other and good behavior help make Sun City Center a nice place to live.
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Fireworks Offers Residents July 4 Fun By Phylllis Hodges If your July 4 celebration last year included the Sun City Center fireworks, you know they are a fantastic example of community residents coming together for an evening of community fun. If you weren’t there, no doubt you heard how great the evening was. Al Alderman, who is coordinating the fireworks this year, says the display will be even bigger than last year. ClubLink is again generously allowing the use of the closed golf course on N. Pebble Beach Blvd. Sandpiper Grille will be on the grounds offering food and music. Major source of funding is again coming from Minto Communities and Brandon Honda, supplemented by donations from members of the SCC Community Association and Kings Point Association. This is the third year for fireworks in the community; they were started in 2011 as part of the 50th Anniversary Celebration.
Medians from page 1 medians, and some other individual or organization does not step up and assume the “ownership” of the Minto account with TECO, when Minto sells its last new house and leaves town and stops paying the billings from TECO, these street lights on Pebble Beach Blvd. will go out. Again, I caution the CA members who favor turning the median landscape responsibilities over to Hillsborough County, to think very long and hard about the adverse effect that action will have on the future street lighting on both North and South Pebble Beach Boulevards. The “curbside” appeal of our community to outsiders, particularly to potential buyers of SCC homes, and the adverse effect on our property values and our overall life style, particularly night time safety, is something we all should think about.
Watch videos of the Board meetings on your computer. Go to suncitycenter.org, click on Association, then on Meeting Videos. CA Contact Information Phone: 633-3500 Email: sccboard@suncitycenter.org Website: suncitycenter.org
DONATIONS CLUB/ORGANIZATION AMOUNT APPLIED TO Aquasizers Club $1,100 Heating the pool Ladies of Ancient Order of Hibernians $50 Hardship Fund Monday Movie Donations $678 To offset License Fees The following clubs donated to FunFest expenses: Aquasizers Club $200 Art Club $144 Audubon Society $50 China Painting Club $182 Lapidary Club $300 Potters Wheel Club $100 Scottish Rite Club $30 Stained Glass Club $144 Woman’s Club $150 The Community Foundation of Greater Sun City Center gave the CA a grant of $1,500 for the Cygnet Yacht Club from the “Give a Little Back Fund” for improved safety features.
Badges to be Worn
The CA Policy says “Members using the CA club facilities must display their CA identification when accessing the facilities.” Proof of that policy was in effect when the CA Presidents of Clubs met recently at the Leaders Meeting in the Florida Room.
As presidents wearing their CA badges, they will be asking their club members to wear their badges when visiting the clubs on the CA campus. Lanyards are available at the CA Office for $2 for those who want to wear their badges around the neck. All varieties and styles of lanyards are available in several stores throughout the Sun City Center area. —Jane Keegan, CA Club Liaison Director
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June 2013
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The News of Sun City Center
Trails Being Planned for the 37 Acres
PHOTO BY PHYLLIS HODGES
a winner, so drop off your idea at By Phyllis Hodges After agreeing to chair the the SCC Community Association 2013 Golf Cart Parade, Dave office on N. Pebble Beach Blvd. or Birkett gathered an enthusiastic group in May to start planning to make this year’s parade as much fun as it was in 2012. (Last year’s p ara d e , w hi ch D av e c h a i r e d , attracted 160 carts competing for $5,000 prize money provided Thousands lined the golf cart parade route last year. by Minto in the suggestion boxes at the Kings Communities.) Point north and south clubhouses. First decision—the date: Suggestions must be received by June December 7, 10 a.m. Add that to 28 to be considered. your calendar right now. Questions? Contact Dave Next decision—the theme--??? Birkett at davesccsic@gmail.com After kicking the subject around, the or Chris Robinson at crobin1940@ group decided to tap this community’s yahoo.com. creative minds. They are asking We’ll keep you posted on the residents for ideas that expand committee’s planning progress possibilities beyond the holiday. throughout the year, i.e., prizes, Seasonal decorations are a given and always welcome, considering the categories, route, sponsors, grand parade is in December; but they want marshal, etc. The group now includes entrants to have the opportunity to Chairman Dave Birkett, Ed Barnes, think “outside the box” as well. (Last Bill Barron, Nancy Birkett, Kelly year’s theme was ‘Tis the Sea-Sun, Emerson, Erma Faron, Bill Hodges, which encouraged decorations that Phyllis Hodges, Don Nathan, Eileen depicted the holiday as well as fun in Peco, Bob Powers, Lyn Reitz, Hud Richard, Chris Robinson, Vicki the sun.) Robinson and Lyle Watson. A $100 gift card will go to the theme selected. You could be
SPOTLIGHT ON ENTERTAINMENT The next couple of months will be quiet but once September arrives... WATCH OUT! Enjoy your summer! The 2013-14 schedule of shows has been announced: Sunday Shows: Tribute to Elton JohnNovember 10; Streisand/Mathis Holiday Show-December 8; Top 10 Rock-n-Roll Revue (REPLACES 3 Redneck Tenors)-January 12; Showcase-Wednesday, January 29; Jay White as Neil DiamondFebruary 9; and Finis-March 30. Friday Shows: Sounds of Soul-November 15; Flashback-January 24; Phil Dirt & the Dozers-February 14; and Fabulons-March 21 (DATE CHANGED). (Includes Showcase as shown in Sunday series above.) The brochures will be out by Labor Day so stay tuned. Prices for each series will be $70/person/series. And then .... Other Performances to look forward to (more details later): ...September 28 (Saturday) and 29 (Sunday) - A Night at the Popera presented by Klassika. Saturday (7:00-9:00) will be a nightclub setting, tables of 8, BYOB; Sunday (2:30-4:30) will be reserved theater seating. ...November 17 (Sunday) Opera “Idol” - St. Petersburg Opera Co. ...December 19 (Thursday) - A Christmas Concert - South Shore Concert Band. ...January 26 (Sunday) - Highlights of Norma - St. Petersburg Opera Co. ... February 27 (Thursday) - A Pop Concert - South Shore Concert Band. ...March 23 (Sunday) - Seven Most Unwise Moments in Opera - St. Petersburg Opera Co. ...March 28 (Friday) - Patrick & Matilda - A fabulous ventriloquist act performed in a nightclub setting; BYOB. Reserved tables of 8. ...April 6 (Sunday) - Big Band Jamboree - the Sarasota Jazz Project. Info: 813-642-2001
On May 24, a blistery hot Friday, two experienced trail hikers, Richard Angerosa (left), chairman of the Community Association’s Nature Trail Taskforce appointed by President Ed Barnes along with Michael Raff (right), president of the Hiking Club of Sun City Center, also, a member of the Taskforce and I ventured into the CA’s 37 wilderness acres to investigate the feasibility of nature trails on the property. Hopefully in the future, CA members will be able to enjoy nature hikes in rugged terrain where one can truly see Florida wilderness. You may see Florida gar fish lazing around in a creek, birds, even osprey nesting or just resting in the tree tops. There is an abundance of interesting plant life. Angerosa and Raff know their stuff that comes from years of hiking nature trails throughout the United States. With their experience, CA members can look forward to their own nature trails to enjoy. —Howie Griffin, CA Director
PHOTO BY JOHN BOWKER
You Can Decide Theme for 2013 Golf Cart Parade
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PHOTOS PROVIDED BY JHOWIE GRIFFIN
June 2013
This bandstand may be the first to be painted with an Antique Bronze colored roof. The paint is a new special Polymer mix with an epoxy formulation that should last for many years while expanding and contracting to match the sun’s heating rays.
What’s New at the Library? We are happy to see so many residents using our new online catalog. For those of you who missed the announcement, you can go to webopac.infovisionsoftware.com/ suncity to look up items, request items or renew items. We have seen an increase in requests since the catalog went live so we know some of you have found it! Our thanks to the GFWC Sun City Center Woman’s Club for contributing $250 toward the continued purchase of the Wall Street Journal subscription. The WSJ is the only newspaper subscription the library receives and it is very popular with our library users. We are also very grateful to The Stained Glass Club of Sun City Center for their generous donation of $500 which will be used to supplement the library’s book budget. Our books are always in high demand, even in the summer when our winter residents are gone. New DVDs added in May are: The Guilt Trip, Broken City, Silver Linings Playbook, Pitch Perfect, The Impossible, Django Unchained and Promised Land. The Impossible is based on the true story of the Belon family vacation that turned into a nightmare of epic proportions. Separated by the tsunami that struck Thailand in 2004, the movie shows
their harrowing experiences as the family members attempt to find each other in the ensuing chaos. Thanks to our grant from the Interfaith Council and the Nearly New shop, we added some great new titles in large print. Unsinkable is the memoir of Debbie Reynolds. In Killer Librarian, by Mary Lou Kirwin, librarian Karen Nash’s vacation starts off on the wrong foot when her lover goes off on their planned vacation to England with another woman. Things get even more complicated when Karen decides to go alone. Other new large print titles include: Taking Eve by Iris Johansen, Robert B. Parker’s Wonderland by Ace Atkins, Unintended Consequences by Stuart Woods, The Blossom Sisters by Fern Michaels and Six Years by Harlan Coben. With the Affordable Care Act scheduled to begin in 2014, you may want to take a look at the ObamaCare Survival Guide to see what the act contains and what effect it will have on the future of American health care. For some lighter reading, take a walk through the foggy streets of London where a mass murderer is on the loose in David Morrell’s Murder as a Fine Art or try Stephen Coonts’ latest thriller Pirate Alley. Happy Reading! —Elaine Birkinshaw
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The News of Sun City Center
NEW LOOK TO CENTRAL CAMPUS
June 2013
SUN CITY CENTER DISASTER COUNCIL By John Bowker A review of trained emergency volunteer and uniformed personnel shows we have some remarkable groups of locally trained people to provide ser vice to the Sun City Center area in the event of a hurricane or other disaster. The energy exhibited at the annual Disaster Council meeting on May 9, organized by Bill Barron, President of the Sun City Center Community E m e r g e n c y R e s p o n s e Te a m (“CERT”) organization, highlighted the cooperative spirit and mutual communication abilities of each represented group.
below, personnel in each emergency organization should respond to their assigned duties, with two (or more) provisos. First, they must determine that it is safe and reasonable to leave their home and neighborhood with, perhaps, a spouse or neighbor who may not be prepared to take care of things in and around the house with no electricity, heavy rain or flooding, etc. and, second, that the streets are clear enough to drive to the assigned place for their duties. In an emergency, our principal point of contact with the county is Deputy Jason Castillo at his local office, 672-7817. In the absence
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By John Bowker The Community Association is planning to make the color scheme of its buildings on the Central Campus more uniform. The walls of the Arts & Crafts Building on Cherry Hills Drive are now in the new light brown color along with the structure of the bandstand just across the street. The walls of the CA Office Building and library are now in that matching color. But what about the roof color? The plan is to use an antique (dark) bronze color for all the roofs as they come to need attention. Among the first to sport this new appearance will be the bandstand next to the flagpole in front of Old Town Hall. It will be painted with a new polymer compound formulated into an epoxy paint to stand up in the severe sun impact we have here. It will be able to expand and contract better than other paints used here in the past. The appearance of the Atrium
Building from Cherry Hills Drive will greatly change. There will also be a modest appearance change when viewed from the parking lot on the “north side” of the Atrium Building. Today the Atrium Building roof is white with implanted solar panels on the south side that, some 20 years ago, were put in to save electric costs for heating the water in the lap pool. In fact, the savings were small and the attention the panels required from time to time have caused the CA management to affect much of the same savings in the future by putting on a new metal roof directly over the existing roof. It will provide more insulation from the sun thus saving on air conditioning in the areas under that roof. Note that the Atrium roof has four exposure surfaces so more than the lap pool will be under this new “roof hugger” system. Best of all, it comes in the Antique Bronze color the CA wants to establish as the Sun City Center norm.
The familiar Atrium Building paneled roof will soon be replaced with a dark metal roof, and building walls will be in the new Sun City Center colors.
A RELIC FROM OUR PAST
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By John Bowker participants would always get up and Well, it’s only from our past lecture on the same subject, and we if you have lived here at least 20 had no legitimate way to tell him to years and remember the wonderful sit down ... or not come at all! moments of getting up and extolling So the program faded out one on just about any subject you wanted. summer (1993 or 4 perhaps?). And We had a short t i me l i m it for our remarks (was it 5 minutes?) and frequent interruptions were tolerated prov i d e d t h e y w e re g i v e n i n good taste and not in any way a t t a c k i n g t h e What a peaceful setting that just hasn’t been getting speaker. We often enough attention. had a dozen or more folks coming just to heckle I still miss it. But do you remember whoever was the next speaker! the setting with the cute little dolphin We would just sit there and near the stone wall? You may want shake our heads in (mock?) disbelief to take a look at it shortly because that our neighbors in Sun City that whole area out in front of the Center could come up with urgent Needlecraft Club Room is going issues that were so trivial / stupid / to be renovated shortly with new costly / religious / political -- views tables and chairs with a Pergola roof totally different from mine and, structure. I’m sure it will be nice— apparently, from those of everyone but I don’t plan to go and break out with my views on things ... like the else there. absurd battery life in my new cell Most were done in good humor phone and what I plan to do about and one would build on another it ... and other crucial issues like that. from time to time. I guess there were enough instances where one of the
CERT President Bill Barron (left) coordinates with Deputy Sheriff Jason Castillo prior to the Disaster Council meeting held in early May. I n a d d i t i o n t o C E R T, presentations were made by the of uniformed (county or state) County Sheriff ’s Office, Emergency personnel, CERT is in command Squad, Samaritan Services, the of the incident during the initial security functions and amateur radio recovery period and coordinates organizations of Kings Point and Sun each of the Sun City Center volunteer City Center, and the management of field teams. both communities. The attendees in Mixed in with all the worrisome the Council meeting represented well aspects, are some good things. For over 1,000 volunteers in the two example, you should tell your friends communities. and family ‘up north’ to access the The CERT volunteers, for Amateur Radio website, www.sccarc. example, are organized in teams info, to learn about conditions in Sun with Amateur Shortwave and City Center if there is an emergency Automatic Packet Radio Reporting here. The website is located in Texas System equipment, four generators, and can be accessed by our local chainsaws, fire extinguishers, heavy radio folks using battery operated tools, medical supplies, backboards, radios with antennas that could cots, blankets, two light stands, and amount to little more that throwing tents. In an emergency, their central a wire over the trunk of a tree that rallying point will be in the Chamber has come down. In fact, two-way of Commerce building in the SCC message traffic can be handled on that website so inquiries from people Plaza. out of town can be relayed by the The public should be aware radio operators to any local resident that there are three phases of by telephone. emergency responses to a hurricane. Not only that, but many of the The announcement of a Hurricane amateur radio club members will be Warning by the National Weather Service (“NWS”) starts a sequence displaying of assembling the teams to assure a b r i g h t the expected personnel and support o r a n g e supplies will actually be available sign next to when the storm hits. The second their house phase begins when the NWS showing a determines that wind speeds have telephone. reached 35 miles per hour. At that That means their neighbors are point, all volunteers and most county welcome to come in and initiate a emergency personnel are sent home telephone call using that resident’s to ride out the storm. In fact, as was short wave radio equipment even if pointed out in the meeting, most the local telephone service has been of the homes in this area are safer interrupted. for inhabitants than some of the More details are shown on organization buildings. page 9 of your Sun City Center and But following the storm, when Kings Point Membership Directory the NWS announces the wind (“phone book”), and in greater detail velocity has calmed to 35 mph and on the Internet at www.w1wab.com.
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The kiting club Kiting Tampa Bay started in October 2011 and has a motto “Just Friends Flying Kites.” They have a number of festivals, beach and park events, and occasional kite-making demonstrations and workshops. More information about these activities may be found at www.KitingTampaBay.com that also includes links to over 100 other kiterelated websites. To get outfitted with a kite, visit Windworks, a retail store that offers a wide variety of kites for all ages. This store has been owned by Joe and Kathy Fala for 14 years. According to Joe, “an Easy Flyer Delta kite would be a great kite to start with. It will fly in light wind and also has tails to settle down in strong winds.” In addition to Sand Key, Joe recommends Treasure Island Beach behind the Thunderbird Beach Resort as a great beach to fly a kite. It is located at 10700 Gulf Blvd., Treasure Island, and is on the route from Windworks back to Sun City Center. Windworks is located in John’s Pass Village & Boardwalk at 13009 Village Blvd., Madeira Beach. Madeira Beach is a small beach town on the Gulf of Mexico. It takes about 55 minutes to travel the 42 miles to get to Windworks. Take I-75 South, I-275 North (Exit 228), FL-682 West (Exit 17 on left), FL-699 North, turn right on 130th Ave. and turn left on Village Blvd. Windworks may be reached at www.FloridaWindworks. com or 727-320-9463.
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By Judy Stimson Harnessing the wind with kites is a popular spring and summer activity. USA TODAY recently recapped 10 great places to go kiting in the United States, and the Tampa Bay area made the list. In addition to the winds and great beaches, the area has a kiting club (Kiting Tampa Bay) and a kite shop (Windworks). According to John Barresi, president of the American Kitefliers Association, kiting “is not only fun, but it also provides a healthy opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. The activity alone brings a great deal of peace.” Within the Tampa Bay area, Sand Key Park made the top of the list as the best place to go kiting because it is “removed from the beach bustle” and “it is a really gorgeous location,” according to John. Sand Key Park is located at 1060 Gulf Blvd. in Clearwater. A daily parking permit is $5, but free with a valid Disabled Parking Permit. The park has two distinct areas—a beach and a park. There are also two picnic shelters with grills, restrooms and a dog park. The salt marsh within the park is equipped with viewing benches and enhanced by the birds and sea turtles that nest and feed there. Other amenities include a concession, boardwalk, nature trail, two beach wheelchairs, kayak and bicycle rentals and a lifeguard from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Hurricane Season is Here!
June 2013
But what are all those Latitudes and Longitudes?
By John Bowker Florida has not had a direct hit from a hurricane in about eight years. Remember Charlie? That storm came up the Gulf of Mexico back in 2004 and headed straight for Tampa ... until it reached 26-30 North and 82-40 West. At that point, it turned right and came out of the Gulf onto land at Punta Gorda. The memorable part for those of us not in the Fort Myers area were the photos of blue tarps covering just about every building between there and most of the way to Orlando the next day.
Many of us also remember how the position of the “Eye” of the storms is always described by broadcasters by its Latitude and Longitude as they come across the Atlantic and proceed up into the Florida latitudes. The figure 26-30 means the northerly position of Charlie was 26 degrees, 30 minutes north of the earth’s equator when it changed its course. The degrees are split up into 60 minutes like a clock, so 26-30 means half way from 26 degrees North on the map to the 27 degrees line. The same is true for the Longitude figures that are measured west of a metal
plate in Greenwich Park in London, England. So 82-40 means 82 degrees west of London (see the 82 degrees W line on the map) and the “40” means 40 minutes to the west (left on the map) out of a possible 60 between the 82 and 83 degree lines on the map. You can plot the position of any storms that may approach us as they reach the Bahama Islands or come up from Cuba toward the Florida Keys. If they start to get close, please read the material on page 9 of your Membership Directory (“phone book”) to minimize your costs and confusion.
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PHOTOS BY MARLENE GREENBERG
C. A. R. E.
Roscoe Rosco needs a hero! Rosco came to C.A.R.E. along with a terrifying story. His rescuers told us that a cruel person pushed his head into an empty cheese ball bucket! He was seen running around the woods with his head lodged in the bucket for four days. He was panting, emaciated, and scared. Finally, some persistent bystanders trapped him and removed the bucket. Since arriving at the shelter, he has physically healed and gained weight. With time and kindness, Rosco’s true personality surfaces. He is very sweet and goofy. He loves the doggy pool and to sit like a circus bear for treats. Rosco knows many commands and is eager to learn. He enjoys the company of the other dogs (except small breeds). Rosco will need a patient, dog savvy owner who can give him time to trust and fully recover from his past. In the right hands, Rosco will thrive. Can you be Rosco’s hero? No apartments please. Rosco is neutered, microchipped, and current on his shots. DOB: January 2, 2011.
Tippy Tippy is a gray and white kitten who was recently born to his mom, Sally at C.A.R.E. His three siblings, Juliet, Romeo and Grayson are also at C.A.R.E. Tippy is a curious little guy and is very playful and friendly. He loves to play with the other kittens at the shelter. But Tippy would like most of all to come to live at a forever home of his own. Please come and see this handsome kitten and give him that home. Tippy will be spayed, microchipped. He is current on his shots. DOB: January 2, 2013. C.A.R.E. is open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. For directions, visit www.CareShelter.org or call 813-645-2273
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On April 13, the Security Patrol was proud to present another 25-year Service Plaque to one of its members. Pictured above right is Myron Albert, who is 88 years young, receiving his plaque from Chief Robert Powers. Myron served as a night time driver for most of his 25 years of service to the patrol. When he wasn’t volunteering, his hobby included jogging. Congratulations Myron! What a testament he is to the mission of The Patrol to be the eyes and ears of the community and to keep Sun City Center “the safest place” in all of Hillsborough County.
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Will you be one of the million 65 & older seniors who will need emergency assistance this year? The Men’s Club of Sun City Center & Philips Lifeline provide access to help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through Lifeline Medical Alert Who will help if you fall or need assistance – whether medical, fire or sheriff? One push of a small button is all you need to do. What happens if I fall in the shower? Philips personal help button is waterproof – DO wear in the shower. Monthly monitoring fee as low as $25.00. No equipment to purchase and no contract. Provided by your Men’s Club of Sun City Center, a non-profit organization who sponsors Philip Lifeline as a service to your community.
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Meet Your Neighbor... I am so enjoying my assignments ... meeting the most fascinating folks and getting a glimpse into the world of Sun City Center events and activities and the volunteers who make it all worthwhile. One particularly busy individual wears more hats and heads more groups than I knew existed ... what an honor to say, Let’s ........ .
Meet Your Neighbor - William “Bill” Barron business associates in an efficient By Agnes Baker and effective manner while not being As I learned during our placed in unnecessary danger. They conversation, this is one very provide immediate assistance to diverse individual - a husband, victims, and organize spontaneous father, grandfather, erstwhile golfer, volunteers at a disaster site. instructor, amateur radio operator Since 2003, Bill has chaired the - who loves to serve his retirement community. Bill is president of SCC Disaster Response Council, the Sun City Center Community a group of volunteer local first Response Team (CERT, a program responder organizations including designed to c o mp l e m e nt prof e s s i on a l Fire and Police groups in disaster situations when such s e r v i c e s a re overwhelmed). Such instances occurred after hurricane Kat r i n a an d i n Ta m p a during the RNC, when his amateur radio expertise was also utilized. In a d d it i on , assistance is provided at many of the community events such as Bill Barron, pictured on the cover of a the annual golf South Bay Hospital brochure. cart parade, the Fourth of July the SCC Emergency Squad, Security festivities and FunFest. Patrol, and amateur radio clubs. The Mary Beth, his wife of 44 years, Council meets annually to review traveled with Bill as he pursued a emergency plans and to coordinate financial career with General Electric activities with all necessary personnel. off shore affiliates. He ended his Bill also serves as a Hillsborough “before retirement” career as Chief County Deputy RACES radio officer, Operating Officer for Diagnostek, NWS Skywarn controller and area Inc. and they moved to Sun City radiogram manager. A very busy Center in 1997. man, for sure - giving much of his In 2001, he joined Mary Beth, energies and abilities to make Sun a volunteer with the EMS, and City Center a truly wonderful and attended a state meeting of CERT safe place to be. and thus began a commitment that A tip of one of his many hats to included all his skills - his expertise as our neighbor— an organizer; a motivational speaker; William “Bill” Barron a teacher; a ham radio operator; etc. CERT training gives one the For more information about decision-making and physical skills area disaster plans or CERT, contact to offer immediate assistance to Bill at scccert@yahoo.com or visit his family members, neighbors and website - www.wlwab.com,
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Samaritan Services – From Humble Beginnings to Now.
By Uta Kuhn Sometime in the 1980s a group of men called the Coordinating Council was formed to research what our residents needed. One of their original goals was to try to give financial assistance. What they found out, though, is that there was more of a need to provide transportation for those residents who do not drive. So they set up a very small office in the Whitcomb Building across from the Post Office. This office served as a recruiting station and it turns out that eight people actually signed up to help. These eight volunteers not only gave their time, they also used their own cars and paid for their own gasoline. Just to give you an idea as to how this organization has grown, today it is proud to report that 170 volunteers now offer their services, many of whom are drivers, volunteer as receptionists, dispatchers and provide companion care. It is currently located at the east end of Sun City Center Plaza along with SCC Ride, facing N. Pebble Beach. While interviewing Doris Ragland who has been and still is the driving force of this organization, she mentioned that she is quite amused at the fact that many of our residents have no idea about the great services that Samaritan Services provides. She also wanted the following mentioned in this article: There is a monthly meeting at Redeemer Lutheran Church at 2 p.m. to share ideas and give support to others who are caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease. Samaritan Services is one of the most vital organizations of this community. Their slogan is … lending a helping hand Below is a list of services available, all at NO COST to any resident, thanks to generous donors and the many volunteers who give their time and support this vital organization. Alzheimer’s Respite Care and Support Group Meals on Wheels Financial Assistance Medical Insurance Questions Companion Care Transportation Here’s a short explanation of the above listed services. Respite Care provides a few days of help for your loved one while you as the caretaker take time for yourself. Meals on Wheels arranges for evening meal service with South Bay Hospital and the Woman’s Club to those who are unable to prepare regular, nutritious meals for themselves. This service is provided 365 days a year, including holidays. Financial Assistance can make a loan available for qualified SCC residents experiencing temporary financial hardship. Medical Insurance Questions is a service that provides help in solving medical insurance questions a resident may have. You can set up an appointment by calling the office. Companion Care provides a volunteer to relieve a caregiver for an hour or two to attend to personal matters such as grocery shopping, etc. Transportation there are six vehicles available to provide transportation to doctor appointments and hospitals outside of Sun City Center to Brandon, Tampa and Bradenton. A minimum of two-week advance notice is requested. SCC Ride is another transportation service operating M-F from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and is designed to fulfill transportation needs for daily living activities. This service operates on a “first come first served” basis and is strictly for transportation within Sun City Center. For more detailed information regarding all of these services please call 813-634-9283.
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Shriners Receive Quilts
Lifestyles
Seniors Like to dance! an investment in their skills for an activity they enjoy. Others like to “do their own thing” in a party/dining atmosphere. Then, of course, we have our dance troupes (Sunsations, Cloggers, Timesteppers and Jazzamatazz) who practice, practice, practice to perfect their routines to be ready for their next performance. To whatever degree dancers choose to participate in the dozen or so dance clubs here, the one thing they share is enthusiasm, and they are fortunate to have so many opportunities to share that enthusiasm right here in Sun City Center.
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Inmates who were formerly housed at Hillsborough C orrectional Institution in Riverview continue to produce beautiful custom-made quilts in their new facility in Ocala. The female inmates at Lowell Reception Center, who are part of the Crafts With Conviction Class, continue to donate quilts for the children who are patients at the Shriners Hospital in Tampa. This donation program, coordinated by Sun City Center resident and Shriner Walt Friedlein, began in January 2012. Over 40 children have received these colorful quilts to help them during their stay at the hospital & to take home later. Pictured above right is Tara Deering, Tampa Shriners Hospital Child Life Director with Sun City Center resident Nancy Williams who volunteers at the prison.
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ACTIVITY CENTER EVENTS CALENDAR
JSA Medical Group - Sun City Center Activity Center is open to the community & offers a variety of FREE community & patient events! (Classes are subject to change)
June upcoMinG eVentS *Register Now! (813) 419-5020 Mon 03:
RuMBA DANCE SlOW flOW yOGA GENTlE CHAIR yOGA
11 am to Noon 1:30 to 2:30 pm 3 to 4:15 pm
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lINE DANCING*: Beginners or Advanced (Classes Limited to 30 ppl)
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Thu 06:
SilverSneakers (MSROM)* TAI CHI
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fri 07:
SAlSA DANCING SlOW flOW yOGA GENTlE CHAIR yOGA
10 to 11 am 1:30 to 2:30 pm 3 to 4:15 pm
Mon 10:
RuMBA DANCE SlOW flOW yOGA GENTlE CHAIR yOGA
11 am to Noon 1:30 to 2:30 pm 3 to 4:15 pm
Tue 11:
SilverSneakers® (MSROM)*
11 am to Noon
Wed 12:
lINE DANCING*: Beginners or Advanced (Classes Limited to 30 ppl)
11 am to Noon; 12:15 to 1:15 pm
Thu 13:
SilverSneakers® (MSROM)* TAI CHI
9:30 to 10:30 am 2:30 to 3:30 pm
fri 14:
SAlSA DANCING SlOW flOW yOGA GENTlE CHAIR yOGA
10 to 11 am 1:30 to 2:30 pm 3 to 4:15 pm
Mon 17:
RuMBA DANCE SlOW flOW yOGA GENTlE CHAIR yOGA
11 am to Noon 1:30 to 2:30 pm 3 to 4:15 pm
Tue 18:
SilverSneakers® (MSROM)* MEET & GREET Field Rep Erin Welch
11 am to Noon 2 to 3 pm pm
Wed 19:
lINE DANCING*: Beginners or Advanced (Classes Limited to 30 ppl)
11 am to Noon; 12:15 to 1:15 pm
Thu 20:
SilverSneakers® (MSROM)* TAI CHI
9:30 to 10:30 am 2:30 to 3:30 pm
fri 21:
SAlSA DANCING SlOW flOW yOGA GENTlE CHAIR yOGA
10 to 11 am 1:30 to 2:30 pm 3 to 4:15 pm
Mon 24:
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Dance Clubs
June 2013
Academy of Ballroom Dance Club
MOONGLOW DANCE CLUB Moonglow Ballroom Dance Come Dance With Us Club will feature the live music of “Rudy Rosa” for the first time at their Oldies But Goodies monthly dance on Thursday June 27 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Community Dance Club Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. Sun Music from the 50s, 60s, City Center. The attire at Moonglow dances is dressy casual. Members are 70s and 80s FREE, and visitors/guests pay $5 per Sunday - June 9 person at the door. Singles table(s) Community Hall are always available. Please BYOB and snacks, and the club will provide Dancing 7 – 10 p.m. the ice, water, cups & napkins. Entertainment: The Moonglow 2013 schedule of year-round monthly dances has a “WHITE HOT GRILL” great lineup of talented entertainers BYOB booked for your dancing and/or listening to live music. Visitors are OBG Members free, always welcome, so why not get your Non-members $5 friends & neighbors to join you at a Moonglow dance? If you think that For more info, call Barbara: you can’t ballroom dance, remember that we are not “Dancing With the 633-5649 Stars.” We each do what our bodies allow us to do in time to the music. For more information call 813-633-1297 OR 813-642-8845, or if you would like to receive Moonglow information by email, contact gail3357@gmail.com. Need a place to practice your —Gail Bouverat dance skills to various types of music? The perfect opportunity is every Sunday afternoon (2 – 3:30 Foxy Seniors p.m.) in the Dance Studio in the The Foxy Seniors Dance Club is Atrium (CA Central Campus, N. having a dance on June 15 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. in the Florida Room. Pebble Beach Blvd.). This is not a Enjoy an evening of fun where you lesson, just a time to practice with some good music. can dance the night away. Open to Sun City Center, Kings The session, sponsored by the Point and their guests. Couples & SCC Dance Club, is open to all singles welcome. Members pay $3. members of the SCC Community Non-members pay $5. Association and to residents of Kings BYOB & snacks. Casual Attire. Point. For information or to reserve a table —Frank Carl for eight, phone Angelina at 813634-1865.
Free Sunday Dance Practice
PHOTO PROVIDED BY JANE STALEY
Trimnastics Group Luncheon
Trimnastics held a luncheon at Sandpiper Grille. Eight members attended including the four shown above: Jean Noble, Winney Wright, Jane Staley and Phyllis Ward. Other attendees not pictured were Claire Dowd, Teresa Buck, Lois Werner and Jeanette Robertson.
Saturday, June 1, at Community Hall Dance is from 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Merengue lesson 6:30-7:15 p.m. Members free; guests $6 (includes lesson) Music by Bernice Dubro Attire: Dressy Casual. Everyone welcome, Singles tables available. BYOB For further information, call Lennie Crooks at 642-9975.
Dance Classes in June 2013
SOCIAL DANCE CLASSES Sponsored by the Academy Dance Club. Classes are held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium. Open to all Sun City Center CA and Kings Point residents. Couples and singles welcome. $5 per class. For information, call Bernice DuBro at 634-3205. TUESDAY EVENING CLASSES (June 4,11,18,25) Beginning - Cha Cha 5:30 p.m. Intermediate -Tango 6:45 p.m. Beginning/Intermediate -Country Two-Step 8 p.m. WEDNESDAY DAY CLASSES (June 5,12,19,26) Beginning - Swing 12:45 p.m. Beginning/Intermediate -Night Club Two-Step 2 p.m. Intermediate/Advanced - Rumba 3:15 p.m.
SINGLE DANCE CLASSES
This is a special dance session for FOR SINGLES ONLY. We will be teaching a few steps in the RUMBA. Open to all SCC and Kings Point residents: DATES: Mondays (June 3,10,17,24) TIME: 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. COST: $20 PER PERSON FOR ALL 4 CLASSES TAUGHT BY BERNICE DUBRO AND TOM GIANNINA CALL TO REGISTER: 634-3205 E-MAIL: DANCEWITHBERNICE@GMAIL.COM
“Father’s Day” Square Dance
It’s now the wonderful month of June—the month we honor our fathers— living or deceased. We t h a n k them for all they have done for us— they are such important part of a well-adjusted, happy family. The Sun City Center Swingers Square Dance Club will help celebrate this important occasion with a Special Event “Dad’s Day” Mainstream/Plus Square Dance on Friday Night, June 14. The club’s lovely ladies will provide cakes, pies, and cupcakes for the dancers to enjoy. Dancers: come join us for a great night of dancing, refreshments and celebrating Father’s (Dad’s) Day. These Special Dances, along with the club’s regular Friday Night Mainstream/Plus Dances are held in Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble
Beach Blvd. (except Nov. 15 when the dance will be held in the Dance Studio in the Atrium building). PreRounds 7-7:30 p.m. Mainstream/ Plus Dance 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Ron Reardon calls on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Friday of the month; Art Springer calls on the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month. Bob Ellis or Marty Van Wart will fill in as caller as needed. Pat Hagen cues. The Beginners Square Dance Class and Plus workshop class are terminated for the summer. Square Dancers: come join us every Friday Night for great dancing, fellowship and refreshments. AT T E N T I ON : T h e S C C Swingers Square Dance Club dances ALL SUMMER. Casual dress. For further information call Geri at 633-9742 or Leah at 6333986 and/or visit our website at floridasquaredance.com/suncity/ index. —Dick Schultz
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Metaphysical Society Events
There is Nothing Like a Dame!!!
PHOTO BY JO PRATER
Sun City Center Photo Club Competition Tuesday, June 11 at 6:30 p.m.
Ellen Kleinschmidt, Performing Arts Company president, and Linda Halperin, Pelican Players president, met recently to discuss ways to open the curtain on a new era of theater growth for both theater companies located in SCC.
Sun City Center is fortunate to have two theater companies, The Performing Arts Company and the Pelican Players, to entertain audiences from the greater Tampa Bay area. Both companies have recently appointed women to lead the way. These women have great energy, are passionate about theater and are excellent performers who are both dedicated to ensuring the future of theater in the South Shore. PAC President Ellen Kleinschmidt and Pelican Players President Linda Halperin come from strong yet different theater backgrounds. Linda was a theater major in college where she learned all aspects of theater production. But her career for 25 years has been as an oncology social worker. Her retirement goal was to become involved with a local theater company. Imagine her joy when she found the Pelican Players in her own backyard. Ellen’s career has been in music education with 25 years spent as an elementary music specialist. She has spent the last 13 years learning everything she could about the world of musical theater, both onstage and off. Her playground has been The Riverview Little Theater and The Rollins Theater, home of the Performing Arts Company. The primary goal of the Pelican Players has been to provide college scholarships to high school seniors interested in pursuing a degree in the performing arts. Halperin says that “My first priority as president was to ensure
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that we safeguard our commitment to our scholarship program. The Board of Directors is now in the process of creating a lifelong endowment to support higher education students majoring in the performing arts.” The Performing Arts Company of Sun City Center is committed to staging full seasons of theatrical productions, conducting educational activities in acting, voice, dance and other theater skills, transforming The Rollins Theater into a first-class venue and, eventually, building a state-of-the art theater. The vision of the Performing Arts Company is to one day become an Actors’ Equity Association theater company that will allow them to bring in NY touring companies, hire professional actors and produce the highest possible quality of theater productions, especially musicals. Part of the future will most probably cause the two companies to unite in some fashion. With the dedication, talent and commitment to excellence these two “dames” possess, audience members and actors alike are in for a fabulous season of theatrical excellence. “Both companies working together toward a common goal is a win-win situation”, says Kleinschmidt eagerly. With a future that looks exciting and bright let’s hear it for the girls and as they say in the theater, “BREAK A LEG, LADIES!”
AIRPLANE AND CAR MODEL EXHIBIT
An exhibit of airplane, car, boat and train models, as well as paintings of these subjects, will be on display during the month of June at The Art Gallery in SCC. This show offers a complete departure from the usual exhibition material and will deliver an entirely new viewing experience to Gallery visitors. The models and paintings will represent the works of a wide range of residents in the SCC community whose talents are demonstrated in both a two- and threedimensional format. The opening reception for this new exhibit will be held on Wednesday, June 5, in the Art Room, from 2 to 4 p.m. Admission is free and refreshments will be available. All are invited to attend. For those that cannot attend the reception, The Art Gallery is open to visitors each Tuesday and Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. —Ed Laudano
The Sun City Center Photo Club is holding its second full photo competition on Tuesday, June 11, at 6:30 p.m. in the Caper Room. This is a great opportunity for community members to view digital and print photographs taken by our talented photographers. Media show “shorts”, created by our photographers, will also be shown. At 6:30 p.m., we will begin with our media shows on a widerange of topics. The judging of print and digital photographs begins immediately following. Community members and guests are welcome to attend. For more information on the club and its activities, please see our website a www.photoclubscc.com or visit the learning lab at 960D Cherry Hills Drive. Dues for the 2013 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.
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Meetings and Presentations June 5: Sandpiper Room, Central Campus. In Service. Susan Pagano, of Chapters Health System, Tampa, will speak to what Chapters offers our community through its many and varied services from post-acute care for those facing lifethreatening or life-limiting illnesses and challenges, to in-home and community-based services for frail but independent seniors, to hospice and palliative care. June 12: Heritage Room, Central Campus. Other Worlds. Speaker Jack Alexander has been intuitively envisioning other worlds of our Galaxy since childhood, and will guide us today as we recall our commitment to manifest life “on Earth as it is in Heaven.” June 19: Heritage Room, Central Campus. Managing Life’s Stress. Speaker James Lynch shares HearthMath’s techniques to manage stressful emotions and to improve our health, well-being and relationships. June 26: Heritage Room, Central Campus. Have you Lived Before With ??? Speaker Rev. Joe Kelly asks if we sometimes feel that some of those people in our life have been with us before. Day: Wednesdays. Time: 10 a.m. to noon. Open to SCC/ KP Members and guests. Admission: Love Offering. For info call Holli at 813-419-4704. Book Group June 3 at 1 p.m., in t he Armstrong Room, Central Campus. The current metaphysical book is Ask and It Is Given by Esther and Jerry Hicks. No homework and the group reads aloud and discusses as they go. This is the last meeting until the Book Group resumes in the fall. Open to SCC/KP members and guests. Admission: Free. For info call Alice at 813-634-9065. Drum Circle June 3 at 6:30 p.m., in the Eberhardt Bldg., Central Campus, next to the Fitness Center. Bring your drums, rattles, rain sticks, pots and/or pans and enjoy each other’s company. This is the last meeting until the Drum Circle resumes in the fall. Open to SCC/KP Members and Guests. Admission: Free. For Info call Holli at 813-419-4704. Discussion Group With Michael McGoldrick in Kings Point June 6, 13, 20 and 27, Thursdays at 11 a.m., in the Kings Point North Clubhouse, South Social Room (Tell gatekeeper you are going to the Clubhouse). Death and Dying. This Discussion Group focuses on any facet—from the thought of one’s own path of dying or preparing one’s self and their family for their death. Open to the public. Admission: Free. For Info call Mike McGoldrick at 813-938-1252. For information call Mike McGoldrick, president, at 813-9381252. For membership information call: Ludi at 813 / 938-5686 or send e-mail to metaphysicalsociety@ gmail.com.
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Scandinavian Club
The Scandinavian Club of Sun City Center held its annual Show & Tell last month in the Florida Room. A dozen presenters showed a variety of memorabilia, Scandinavian books and recipes, cooking utensil and pictures from generations of families to make it the most comprehensive show we have had. The beautiful women’s national costumes attracted keen interest among the attendees. Many thanks to all the presenters for their efforts and to Sew ‘n Sews for letting us use their mannequins.
June 2013
The Performing Arts Company of SCC presents
P.A.C. Lite Summer Variety Series
The stage is set for a “Cool Summer of Red Hot Entertainment” at the Rollins Theater in Sun City Center. The Performing Arts Company of SCC presents a series of seven shows as part of their “P.A.C. Lite Summer Variety Series”. The public is invited to attend all shows at the Rollins Theater. The summer series kicks off on Saturday, June 1, at 7 p.m. with an original musical called “The Toybox,” presented by drama students from Progress Village Middle Magnet School of the Arts located in Riverview. The evening will also include solos and ensembles by the talented 6th, 7th and 8th grade musical theater students from the school. “The Toybox” is a benefit show, with all proceeds going to The Progress Village drama department. Tickets for the benefit show are $5. Donations will be accepted with a chance to meet and greet the students following the show. Other shows in the series include: Southern Express Bluegrass Band which will take the stage on June 15 with foot stompin’ bluegrass favorites; Barbara VanEycken will star in her popular Patsy Cline Tribute Show on June 29; Singer and Songwriter Lisa Palas will present “Life, Love and the Music Business” on July 13; Kathy Straub is “Broadway Baby” in a salute to Rodgers and Hammerstein on July 27; The Kegg, starring Kelly Emerson and Gary Garbelman in “Just the Way You Like Them,” will bring down the house with their classic rock show on Aug. 10; and wrapping up the summer series is “Brotherhood,” a quartet show full of doo wop and pure acapella fun on Aug. 24. All of these shows will be presented at 2:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Rollins Theater which is located at 970 Cherry Hills Dr in SCC. Tickets for each show are $10 each (except the benefit shows which are $5) and are available at the SCC Atrium Kiosk, which will be open Mon., Wed., and Fri. from 9 a.m. - noon, or via credit card by calling 813-220-7913. Season tickets are available for $60 for seven shows. Season ticket patrons will also receive preferred seating for every show. For further information and details on all shows, call the ticket line or visit the PAC website at www. PerformingArtsCompany-SCC.org.
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Club Happenings 3 Cat Show Held at Community Hall
The first “The International Cat Association” (TICA) cat show in our area was held on May 18 and 19, sponsored by the Cat Fanciers Club of Sun City Center. Hundreds of cats and people enjoyed the twoday event that benefited cat-related charities, including South Shore Felines, Inc. (www. SouthShoreFelines.org). Professional and household pet cats competed in a number of classifications for points and awards including Best of Color, Best of Division and Best of Breed. The pros go on to compete in additional TICA shows at State, Regional and National levels. Human attendees enjoyed the judging, vendors, rescues, cat photography, raffles and Cat Fanciers Café. The Cat Fanciers Club would like to thank the following volunteers for making this such a successful event: Gail & Ron Bouverat, Sue Bowman, Nellie Brock, Rita & Michael Bundas, Janet Carroll, Sandra McCaw, Susan Michaels, Mary Perkins, Darlene Quinn, Roxann & George Seeley, Jean Seifert, Judy Stimson and Jan West. The Girl Scouts of West Central Florida and Lennard High School students also volunteered and earned Community Service hours. For more information about the Cat Fanciers Club of Sun City Center visit their website: www.CatFanciersClub.org or email them at: CatFanciersClub@aol.com.
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Men’s Club Annual Ladies Day Luncheon
Lily Marlane entertained members and their wives at the Men’s Club Annual Ladies Day Luncheon on May 15, in the Community Hall. She performed songs from the musicals Funny Girl, Phantom of the Opera and others. Her final song “My Way,” a Lily favorite, made famous by Frank Sinatra received a standing ovation from the 200 plus guests. Prior to each song, Lily provided history about the song that was informative and entertaining. Gary Bowman, Special Project V.P., reminded members that the club delivers Meals on Wheels during July and members can call Gary at 6338102 to volunteer.
PHOTOS BY GARY BOWMAN
June 2013
Lily Marlane sings for the Men’s Club members and wives at the Ladies Luncheon.
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FREE KEYBOARD LESSONS
Barbara Carlini at her Keyboard The Organ/Keyboard Club of SCC is offering free instructions on your own Keyboard in the Armstrong Room on Friday afternoons from 2 - 4 p.m. Members of the club will teach you on your instrument how to navigate the buttons and keys. Bring your manual. You must register for these classes by calling Kathy Katz at 813-634-1663 or Bob Mulcahy at 813-633-4628. —Barb Carlini
SCC Photo Club Instructional classes for June
“Introduction To The Nik Collection” June 4: 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Palm Room Tuition: $10 for members payable upon The luncheon was catered by Banquet Masters. Everyone had a great time and is looking registration. Non-members may sign up four days forward to the next Ladies Luncheon in December. prior to date of class if there is room available, $15 for non-members. Description: The Photo Club recently purchased a collection of powerful tools for editing and creative manipulation of your photos. This software has been installed on at least two computers in the Photo Lab and is available to Photo Club Members to use any time the lab is open. This class will introduce you to that software and help you understand what it does and how to use it to dramatically improve and transform your photos. Prepare to be amazed! Jim Rottman, Men’s Club president, Lily Marlane, “Introduction To Camera Settings” and Bill Kilmain, Men’s Club steward. June 25: 9:30 -11:30 a.m. Palm Room Tuition: $10 for members payable upon Tony Hill Moving & Storage registration. Non-members may sign up four days In Business 40 Years prior to date of class if there is room available, $15 Move one piece to whole household for non-members. plus haul away anything in your way! Description: This is a beginner-level class Best Rates designed to help you understand the most basic Call settings on your camera and learn how to set them (provided your camera has the capability). 813-629-0108 Settings such as image size, image compression Fully Insured (if shooting JPEG), focus modes, metering ... U.S. DOT #434469 and more if time permits ... will be thoroughly explained. Bring your camera and manual if you wish. I help safe drivers Mentoring program offered free to members save 45% or more. Robert Winch an instructor with our photo lab mentors the first and third Wednesday of each month, Members only, no cost. Sign up at the DEBBIE BATES, CIC, LUTCF, CLTC (813) 633-0006 photo lab Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – noon. 837 Cypress Village Blvd Sun City Center All classes pre-register in photo lab MondayDebbieBates@allstate.com Friday 9 a.m. – noon. Insurance and coverages subject to terms, qualifications and availability. Actual savings will vary. Allstate Fire and Casualty Insurance Company: Northbrook, Illinois © 2010 Allstate Insurance Company.
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Celebrating 25 Years of Service and Still Setting Records
PHOTO PROVIDED BY JPAT JONES
Aquasizers Reports New Board Members
New Board members elected for 2013 are from Left: Anne McGervey, sunshine director; Marilyn Hall, treasurer; Judy Vallely, vice president; Pat Jones & Rita Lisko, social directors; Kathy Sager, president; and Kathy Jones, secretary. Aquasizers classes are held six days a week. Deep Water classes are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 9 a.m. Shallow Water classes are Monday through Saturday at 10 a.m. All members of the CA are welcome. Membership is $10 per year.
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Aquasizers Instructors
Aquasizer Instructors: Front row: Kathy Sager, Marilyn Hall. Back row: Barbara Larsen, Sue Baker, Kris Collett (missing, LaDonna Keifer).
The Tax Club of the Sun City Center Community Association, in association with the AARP Foundation and the IRS, has operated the AARP’s Tax Counseling for the Elderly service in south Hillsborough County for 25 years, providing free preparation of uncomplicated 1040 returns focusing on the most common tax problems of the elderly and local low income families. This year we set several new records, serving more than 4,800 clients and dependents f rom February 1, 2013 to April 15, 2013, at three local tax sites; the United Community Church, the Kings Point Clubhouse and the Ruskin Neighborhood Service Center. For the fifth year in a row, we are the largest noncommercial e-file tax return preparer in Hillsborough County. Together, our three sites filed more than 34% of the 1040 tax returns in the county that were prepared by nonprofit free tax return filers. We have been providing this service at the United Community Church in Sun City Center for 25 years. This year we trained and tested 31 local volunteers as they prepared to complete 2,087 returns at the United Community Church. They volunteered more than 3,000 hours of their time this year. At Kings Point, 22 volunteers prepared 930 returns and at our Ruskin Saturday morning site, seven volunteers prepared 201 returns. At all three sites, 28 other volunteers greeted clients and helped them identify the records required to accurately prepare their tax returns in one sitting. At both the United Community Church and Kings Point sites, clients were able to schedule appointments in advance if time was a problem or they had difficulty waiting for service.
Cathy Teates volunteers with the Tax Club of SCC. More than 80% of our clients were over 60 years old and their average adjusted gross income was about $29,000. The IRS has estimated that we saved local residents more than $400,000 in tax preparation fees at our United Community Church site alone and, as a group, our three sites resulted in over $2.8 million in refunds to local clients at no cost to them. This year we send special salutes to Don Frederick and Joanne Richard, leaders whose work shifts had the best IRS-measured quality record and to Don Frederick whose years of unselfish service to shut-ins has made him a local hero. We look forward to continuing our volunteer free tax service to the community for many more years and hope everyone will continue to support us in this worthwhile effort. For more information about participating in or supporting the AARP Tax-Aide program, call Marilyn Wilson at 633-5679 or visit our website at mysite.verizon.net/ resr3sdp/scctaxaide/. Call Patti Delaney at (570) 8810415 for more information about the program in Kings Point. We are always looking for volunteers to train with us to prepare free tax returns in 2014.
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PLANTS HAPPEN By Ron Pelton
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Growth Regulation A specialized growth regulating chemical can be applied to the mistletoe when the host tree is dormant. If applied while the tree is actively growing, this chemical— Ethephon—will damage the tree. Ethephon sprays remove some mistletoe shoots and reduce seed production for one to three years. This treatment does not kill the whole mistletoe plant, just the shoot. Retreatment is necessary until infected trees are removed or mistletoe infections have been pruned out and new trees planted. Ethephon must be applied by a licensed pest control operator. Making Decorations Once you have cut mistletoe out of the trees in your yard, consider making holiday decorations from the pruning. Refrigerate the fresh cut sprigs to help keep them fresh until you are ready to prepare them for decorative use. Use thin florist wire to wrap the ends of short mistletoe cuttings. Add ribbons for color, and your mistletoe is ready to hang over a doorway. Mist the sprig daily to keep it looking fresh. After handling mistletoe plants, wash your hands thoroughly hot, soapy water. As a caution one should be aware that the entire plant is poisonous and the white berries might be particularly tempting to toddlers.
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Diseased trees decline and die from the top down as lower infected branches take more food and water. Death occurs slowly in most cases and depends on the severity of infection and on the vigor and size of the tree. Removal & Control Because of its parasitic nature, mistletoe can weaken or destroy the trees it infests, especially if the tree has been compromised by pests, storms, or old age. Removing mistletoe may help revive the tree by cutting it out of the tree. Prune the infested branch at least six inches below the spot where the mistletoe is attached. Unfortunately, pruning Many customs and beliefs can also damage the tree’s structure, encouraged use at Christmas time— making the cure worse than the most notably to encourage passion by problem. way of kissing. Hanging up a branch
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First, what is mistletoe? It is a semi-parasitic green shrub with thick green leaves and waxy white berries. The American or oak mistletoe only grows in deciduous trees, which shed their leaves annually. In Florida, mistletoe is most commonly found in laurel oaks. “Mistletoe” are ancient Anglo-Saxon words for dung and twig, after the observation that plants sprouted from bird droppings. As a small seedling, it roots into the bark and wood of a tree and makes a connection with the growing ring of the host. Although mistletoe makes its own food, it steals water and nutrients from its host tree by producing root-like structures called “sinkers” that form each year. Sinkers become embedded deep in the wood as twigs grow. These sinkers provide the parasite with water and nutrients obtained from the host.
You can avoid climbing into trees by using a pruning pole. Be sure to take safety precautions when cutting branches out of trees, including wearing head and eye protection. In rural areas some have resorted to carefully shooting off the topmost mistletoe branches. (This obviously is strictly illegal in SCC.)
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Christmas decorations, e.g., mistletoe, abound in our landscapes, usually up high in oak trees. Now that is both good news and bad news. The good being that mistletoe is available for decoration. The bad is it can suck the life out of your tree.
Mistletoe clumps taking over a tree. with white berries was a subtle curious pets or grandchildren, that a challenge to kiss the unsuspecting plastic or fabric replica may be a safer (or suspecting) individual who stood way to enjoy mistletoe at Christmas. beneath it. References: Medicinal Miseltoe. Retrieved from: Although mistletoe is associated s f y l . i f a s . u f l . e d u / h o t _ t o p i c s / with many ancient beliefs and lawn_and_garden/mistletoe.html; medicinal virtues, current research gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/ has not shown if the plant has giam/potpourri/holiday/mistletoe. dependable therapeutic value. It html; news.ufl.edu/1997/12/12/ is best to have a healthy regard for mistleto/; hanging miseltoe www. the plant’s known toxic potential. tag2u.com. That may mean that in homes with
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Military Affairs Military Order of the World Wars
Col. George Mercer Brooke Chapter of DAR in Sun City Center had a program on “Mary Desha, One of Our Founding Daughters” at the April meeting. She was one of the founders of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution. The very informative PowerPoint presentation was given by Vice Regent Mary Culliton. DAR was founded in 1890, with a mission to promote historic preservation, education and patriotism. There are currently 170,000 members nation-wide. —Jo Prater
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USAA representatives Steve Seay and COL Shawn Rasmussen, USA Reserve, gave a thorough presentation of United Services Automobile Association’s (USAA) mission, membership eligibility, products offered and national ratings. USAA membership is a privilege earned by those in uniform; and it’s a privilege that can be handed down to their children. Because Florida is considered a high risk wind damage state, the rules for obtaining and maintaining insurance with USAA has been shifting significantly during the past several years. Those changes and their negative impact on the homeowner were discussed in detail. —B. Frank Kepley, CAPT, USN, (Ret)
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Operation Helping Hand Representative Addresses MOWW
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Bob Sawallesh, LTC USA, (Ret)
Vice Regent Mary Culliton
On Sunday, May 5, the Sun City Center Leathernecks Club and Patriots Club held a Benefit event at the SCC Community Hall, including a Variety Show provided by local entertainers, a BBQ of dogs/brats/pork chops and a raffle. The proceeds from this event provided nearly $12,000 for the construction of a SMART HOME for SGT Michael Nicholson, USMC.
SGT Nicholson (seated) is shown with (L to R) Jim Glass, Jim Haney, and Bill Stinchcomb (Taylor Mae BBQ). SGT Nicholson was on foot patrol when he was seriously injured by an explosive device in Afghanistan during 2011, causing him to lose both legs and his left arm and suffer a brain injury. These proceeds were submitted to the Stephen Siller (FDNY) Tunnel to Tower Foundation for SGT Nicholson’s SMART HOUSE under their Building for America’s Bravest Program. The success of this event is attributed to the donations of SCC residents as well as others in south Hillsborough County communities. Special thanks for their contributions to the event go out to participating local entertainers, Taylor Mae BBQ, Apollo Beach GC, Cypress Creek Golf Club, Club Renaissance GC, Freedom Fairways GC, Sandpiper GC, Summerfield Crossings GC and Sun City Golf Carts. —Jim Haney
From left: Shawn Rasmussen, Steve Seay and Lt. Col. Gene Morris, USAF (Ret)
SUN CITY CENTER VETERANS ENJOY HOEDOWN
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SGT Nicholson Benefit Nets Nearly $12K Toward Smart Home
The annual Sun City Center Veterans’ Dinner/Dance took place Saturday, March 2, 2013 in the Florida Room. The “Hoedown” was sponsored by the combined Sun City Center veterans organizations. All veterans and friends were welcome and the event was sold out. A social hour followed by a delicious meal with appetizers was featured. The program was a mix of patriotism and entertainment. Music and dancing were provided by The KEGG featuring Kelly Emerson and Gary Garbelman. Dress was country & western, patriotic and/or military. All who attended appeared to have had a grand time. The proceeds from the event will be used to support the annual Memorial Day and Veterans Day ceremonies with any excess funds going to Cathy Williams’ Rehabilitative program at the James A. Haley Veterans hospital.
Bob Sawallesh, LTC, USA, (Ret), representing Operation Helping Hand (OHH), was the guest speaker at the Military Order of the World Wars luncheon on May 16, 2013. Bob is a former Marine and a retired Army Lieutenant Colonel with 26 years active duty service. He participated in the Lebanon Operation in 1958 and served in Vietnam in 1967 with the 9th Infantry Division. In 1973-1974 he was assigned to the 2nd Infantry Division in Korea. He has been an Operation Helping Hand Volunteer for nine years and has been a volunteer at the James A. Veterans’ Hospital for 15 years with over 4,300 volunteer hours. Operation Helping Hand (OHH) was formed in the spring of 2004 to provide assistance and support for the families of the active duty wounded and injured. The active duty wounded and injured from Iraq and Afghanistan are being treated at the James A. Haley VA Hospital in Tampa. Many of the patients are at the hospital from a few weeks or months to over a year. OHH also helps active duty patients at the Tampa VA hospital who were injured in accidents worldwide. —B. Frank Kepley, CAPT, USN, (Ret)
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It’s That Time Again!!!! By Susan Muise Consumer Affairs Committee
Here it is again … hurricane season. The Consumer Affairs Committee hopes you are ready for whatever Mother Nature has in store for us this year. We hope you have taken the time to check your hurricane shutters to make sure they are in working order. If you are still planning on having shutters installed please know that these contractors must have state and county builder’s licenses to do this job. Hurricane or solar film installation requires no license. If you do not have shutters or film on your windows and are planning to use plywood, we hope you have your wood already. You may not be able to get it when a hurricane is fast approaching. If necessary, have contact with a handy person already in place. They will be very popular and may be unavailable as a hurricane nears. If you plan to evacuate your home when a hurricane is approaching, please make sure you protect your investment and leave things safe for your neighbors. Pick up and put away anything that can become a projectile in heavy winds. Turn off your water, unplug lights, TVs, computers, water
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heater, etc., before we lose electricity so that you will not have a power surge when the electricity is finally turned back on. Make sure to tell your family and friends where you are going and how you will get there. Here is something we should all do once a year: Tell your relatives or friends out of town that if we lose power and telephone service here they can check what’s happening by going to a special website: www. sccarc.info. This site is checked often by amateur radio folks around the country. Information will be radioed back here to our Amateur Radio Club members. Make sure your friends or relatives have this information before you leave town or the hurricane finds us. It won’t do any good if they don’t have the site information before the storm hits. We certainly hope we will have a nice quiet season this year without any hurricanes to threaten us. But it is best to be prepared for the worst. Then it will be okay to hope for the best!
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Golf League Results, Pictures and More
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Hogans League of Sun City Center and Kings Point Barron - 2 Skins. Low-net: John Williams – 67; Low-gross: Bob Jacobs – 88. Birds: Bill Barron - #18 Par 5.
Low-gross: Mike Brock – 82. Birds: Rex Gibbons - #5 Par 3 and #12 Par 4.
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Hogans League of Sun City Center and Kings Point April 17, 2013: Sandpiper Lakes to Palms, A-Skins: 1st Place: Rex Gibbons - 4 Skins; 2nd Place: Paul Maki - 2 Skins. Low-net: Rex Gibbons – 60; Low-gross: Rex Gibbons – 84. Birds: Bob Jacobs - #6 Par 4; Jerry Matela - #3 Par 4; Brandon Michaels - #15 Par 5.
Left to Right: John Williams, Burt Easter, Bill Barron, and Bob Jacobs.
Left to Right: Don Mowry, Rich Lucidi, Rex Gibbons, Mike Brock, and Ruben Jones.
May 8, 2013: Sandpiper PalmsOaks, A-Skins: 1st Place: Rich Lucidi April 27, 2013: Freedom Fairways, - 3 Skins; 2 nd Place: Burt Easter, Play : H-Skins: 1 st Place: Ron Sharlene Peter, Paul Maki, and Leombruno - 4 Skins; 2 nd Place: Denny Wintersteen - Tied at 1 Mike McClintic - 3 Skins. Low-net: Skin. Low-net: Rich Lucidi – 59; Mike McClintic – 53; Low-gross: Low-gross: Mike Brock – 84. Birds: Mike McClintic – 68. Birds: Mike Sharlene Peter - #3 Par 4;Mike Brock McClintic - #9 Par 4, #10 Par 3, and - #5 Par 4; and Denny Wintersteen #12 Par 4; Karl Wessinger - #3 Par - #6 Par 5. 4; and Ron Leombruno - #15 Par 3.
Left to Right: Bob Jacobs, Burt Easter, Paul Maki, Jerry Matela, and Rex Gibbons. April 20, 2013: Sandpiper PalmsOaks, A-Skins: 1st Place: Tom Rosata, Rich Lucidi, Dennis Horne, and Hank Smythe - Tied at 1 Skin. Lownet: Jenice Taylor – 61; Low-gross: Jenice Taylor – 83. Birds: Rich Lucidi - #12 Par 4; Dennis Horne - #6 Left to Right: Ron Leombruno, Mike Par 5; Mike Miller - #12 Par 4; Ron McClintic, Karl Wessinger, and Jim Doncouse - #12 Par 4. Goss. April 27, 2013: Sandpiper Oaks – Palms, A-Skins: 1st Place: Hank Smythe - 1 Skin; 2nd Place: Syl Amos, Mike Brock, Rex Gibbons, and Reggie Ryan - Tied at 1 Skin. Lownet: Rex Gibbons – 59; Low-gross: Rex Gibbons and Mike Brock - Tied at 82. Birds: Mike Brock - #1 Par 5, #9 Par 5, and #13 Par 5; Hank Smythe Left to Right: Ron Doncouse, Rich - #17 Par 3; Joe Danielson - #17 Par 3; Lucidi, Hank Smythe, Dennis Horne, Rex Gibbons - # 8 Par 3; and Reggie Jenice Taylor, and Tom Rosata. Ryan - #7 Par 4. April 24, 2013: Sandpiper OakesMay 1, 2013: Sandpiper Oaks-Lakes, Lakes, A-Skins: 1st Place: Reggie A-Skins: 1st Place: Rich Lucidi - 4 Ryan, Burt Easter, Joe DeFelice, Skins; 2nd Place: Mike Brock, Rex Erwin Karl, and Paul Maki - Tied at Gibbons, Paul Maki, and Andy Betz 1 Skin. Low-net: Rich Lucidi – 63; Tied at 1 Skin. Low-net: Rich Lucidi Low-gross: Brandon Michaels – 85. – 58; Low-gross: Mike Brock – 78. Birds: Brandon Michaels - #10 Par 5. Birds: Mike Brock - #3 Par 4.
Left to Right: Mike Brock, Rex Gibbons, Rich Lucidi, Paul Maki, and Back Row Left to Right: Erwin Karl, Andy Betz. Brandon Michaels, Rich Lucidi, and Joe DeFelice. Front Row Left to Right: May 4, 2013: Sandpiper Lakes-Palms, Burt Easter and Reggie Ryan. A-Skins 1st Place: Rex Gibbons - 3
Skins; 2nd Place: Ruben Jones - 2 April 26, 2013: Summerfield Skins. Low-net: Rex Gibbons – 62; Crossings, A-Skins: 1st Place: John Williams - 5 Skins; 2nd Place: Bill
Noreen Schramm, chief of the SCC Emergency Squad and also a member of Caloosa Greens Golf Club, scored her second hole-in-one within three months. She used the same club, a three wood, on the same hole to score Back Row Left to Right: Denny both aces. Wintersteen, Burt Easter, and Paul Maki. Front Row Left to Right: Rich Lucidi, Sharlene Peter, and Mike Caloosa CC Women’s 9-hole Brock. May 15, 2013: Sandpiper PalmsOaks, A-Skins: 1st Place: Jim Sari and Andy Betz - Tied at 3 Skins. Low-net: Jim Sari – 64; Low-gross: Jim Sari – 83. Birds: Jim Sari - #6 Par 5.
President’s cup winners (left to right): Carol Quam, Chris Harkins
Left to Right: Jim Sari, Ruben Jones, Hank Smythe, Andy Betz, and Rich Lucidi.
Hogans League June Schedule Date 6/1 6/5 6/8 6/12 6/15 6/19 6/22 6/26 6/29
Day Course Sat Freedom Fairways Sat Sandpiper Wed Sandpiper Sat Freedom Fairways Sat Sandpiper Wed Sandpiper Sat Freedom Fairways Sat Sandpiper Wed Sandpiper Sat Freedom Fairways Sat Sandpiper Wed Sandpiper Sat Freedom Fairways Sat Sandpiper
April 12 & 19, 2013: 2-week President’s Cup Tournament: The winner was Chris Harkins and the runner-up was Carol Quam. A celebration was held in their honor in the Caloosa clubhouse immediately after the last game, when President Margo Stonefield presented them with awards.
Caloosa CC Women (18) May 1, 2013: Low Gross/Low Net: Flt 1Joan Macholl low gross score 83; Jan Harding 1st low net 67; Kathi Nicolay 2nd tie low net 69 and Joyce Stafford 69. Flt 2 Ellen Offenbach low gross 95; Jana Roberts low net 69; Lynn Noyes 2nd tie low net 71 with Sandy Gaither 71 and Alice Friedlein 71. Flt 3 Dee Hanes low gross 101; Judy Delaney Low net 71; Rose Huggard 2nd low net 72. Flt 4 Sue Daveler low gross 97; Vera Thompson Low net 67. Flt 5 Betty Burke Low gross 120; Jerry Ramsey Low net 80.
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4/17: Scramble 1st place winners: Jana Roberts, Maryanne Starrett, Dolores Phelps, and Sandy Nodruff, president CWGA 18. Luncheon and the President’s Cup Award to Janet Crews followed the 18-hole tournament.
May 2: Low Gross/Low Net: A & B Flight Low Gross Gerr y Towers 66; Joan Camelio 71. Low Net Claudia Wooley 49; Jane Fischer 51 match of cards. C & D Flight Low Gross Noreen Schramm 79;Yvonne Rocheleau 89. Low Net Betty Williams 51; Mary Ann Bibus 55. May 9: Scotch Twosome: 1st Place Gloria Nunn & Jo Smalley 69; 2nd Place Elenore Schriber & Jane Fischer 69 (match of cards).
Caloosa CC Men April 10: Individual best 9 with ½ Handicap: 1st Al Kohnley, 2nd Wayne Zellers. April 16&18: President’s Cup winners for 2013 LR Front Row Loren Hofer, Bill Noyes Sr, Les Clarke 111, president of Caloosa Board, Jose M. Rodriguez and Bruce Conely. Back Row LR John Tormoehlen, Rick West, Bob Hamme, Tournament Director and Don Johnson. 4/23/13: 1 best ball at least: 1st John Burns/Bob Brown/Bruce Conley -26 ; 2nd tie John McDougall/Bill Stonefield/Bill Neuenswander -23 and Bill Noyes/Ron Jewell/Russ Rowe and Jack Last/Al Duncanson/ Bob Duncanson and Jim Dunchuck/ Jack Morton. Birds:Bob Dufresne #2; Jim Dunchuck #3; Ron Jewell #7; Jack Last #9 and #18; John Burns #12 and #17; Bill Stonefield #17. Top Scores: 83’s Jack Last, Bill Noyes, Allen Bell.
4/25/13: Devine Group Winners & Payouts: 1st Allen Bell/Richard Ventrone/Don Tarantino -27; 2nd John McDougall/Max Ellingson/ David Lickfeldt -26. Eagle:Allen Bell #16. Birds: Jim Dunchuck #11; Bruce Conley #16 and #17. Top Scores: Allen Bell 80; John McDougall 85.
4/24: Caloosa Golf and Country Club (CWGA18) Club Champion 2013 Carol Tubbs for many years has been a USGTF teaching professional having graduated from the US Golf Academy. She was applauded recently at the Caloosa Golf and Country Club Monthly Awards Luncheon having completed her second book titled Golf Fundamentals. Carol firmly explained “I guarantee they will learn from my book and may the good shots multiply.”
April 17: Individual Low Net: Flight A: 1st Mike Prach: Flight B: 1st Jim Fischer and Jim Hoyt: Flight C: 1st Don Marlborough. April 24: Skins within group: #1 Jim Hoyt/Ed Troy, #2 Jim Konschak, #3 Jim Fischer, #4 Jim Sherburne, #5 Bud Swift, #6 Dave Wilkie, #7 Bill Schofield. May 1: 2 Person Team Shamble Flighted: Flight A 1st -Jack Libby/ Jim Hoyt: Flight B 1st Floyd Harris/ John Mooney May 8: Individual Low Net Flighted: Flight A 1st Stan Smalenski, 2nd Floyd 13 May 8: Bill Pachler scored a Hole-inOne on Hole #5 a 137 yard, Par 3 .
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Sandpiper Men 4/18: Scramble: 1st Place Kenneth Wagner, Gene Shivley, Al Hamm, Chuck Roth. 4/25: 4 Man Chicago: 1 st Place William Prachler, Floyd Harris, Dick Timm, Tom Bennis. 5/2: 1-2-3: 1st Place Robert Arnedt , Dieter Quitsch, Michael Prach, Larry Brunkle. 5/9: Individual Low Net: 1st Place Flight 1 John Mader. 1st Place Flight 2 Gerald Wick. 1st Place Flight 3 Les Easton. 1st Place Flight 4 Larry Brunkel. Ladies 4/16: Team MultiColor Ball: 1 st Place Nancy Saunders, Cecil Young, Marty Mallak. 4/23: Hit the Green No Putts: 1st Place Sue Wyckoff. 4/30: Shamble: 1st Place Mary Ann Cosgrove, Sue Wyckoff, Marty Mallak, Cecil Young. 5/7: Individual: 1st Place Sue Wyckoff. Renaissance Prize Fund Flight Winners 4/23: Flight 1 Louise Caulfield/Syl Olivera/Kathy Lawrence/Marcia Morris. Flight 2 Tommy Wardlow/ Chuck Collett/Doug Carroll/Frank Zahrobsky. Flight 3 Barry Bernicke/ Wayne Shaw/Dick Ducharme/ Patti Ducharme. Flight 4 Bob Winters/ Joe Zeligman/John Kartheiser/Ed Guertin. Flight 5 Mary Ann Harmon/ Kathy Sprowl/Betty Rollins/Nancy Birkett. Flight 6 Dave Herriges/ Nancy Herriges/Chuck Kim/InSook Kim. Flight 7 Tony Olivera/ Gordon Cummings/Jim Murphy/ Larry Kintz. Flight 8 Kathy Leesman/ Kathy Butler/Marcia Buckley/Carol Moss. Laurel Oak Road Trip Flight Winners 4/13: Flight 1 Chuck Kim/Terry McCarty/Gary Morris/Terry Mosier. Flight 2 Terry Boyd/Mike Krodel/John Durm/Dick Zack and Joe Biely/Dick Prosman/Jack Lawhead/Jim Stevens. Flight 3 John Brannock/Dick Green/ Bob Sanicola/Bob Walker. Flight 4 Doug Carroll/Tommy Wardlow/ Bob Stephens/Frank Zahrobsky and Dave Birkett/Nancy Birkett/Linda Majewski/Bob Majewski and Jerry Hart/Tom Murphy/Jim Rottman/ Den Defreeuw. Flight 5 George DenHerder/Rich Ricca/Ken Lightle/ Art Smith. Flight 6 Betty Rollins/ Karen Goldwater/Mary Weller/ Marcia Karp.
Falcon Watch 2013 Club Champions Dan Waldman, David Gerow, Rod Benning, Marty Leahy, Jim Hamilton, Marvin Barnes, Fred Held & Neal Spontak. Men
Gross Flight 3 George Galen; 1st Place Net Flight 3 Nick Spagnuolo. 1st Place Gross Flight 4 John Lyons; 1st Place Net Flight 4 Ron Frazier. 1st Place Gross Flight 5 Bob Beck; 1st Place Net Flight 5 Jim McDermott.
4/15: Low Gross/Low Net: 1st Place Gross Flight 1 Dave Liehr; 1st Place Net Flight 1 King Slater. 1st Place Gross Flight 2 Pat Jaccoi; 1st Place Net Flight 2 Tony Olivera. 1st Place Gross Flight 3 Vlad Michna; 1st Place Net 5/6: Team Quota Points: 1st Place Flight 3 Rich Miller. Fletcher Wason, Bill Graham, George Wallace, Bill Barker. 4/22: Individual Stableford: 1st Place Flight 1 Bob Majewski. 1 st Place Ladies 18 holes Flight 2 Terry Collom. 1st Place Flight 4/16: Shamble: 1st Place Lata Raby/ 3 Art Smith. Isabelle Salisbury/Sandy Bolt/Ann 5/6: 2 Best Balls of 4: 1st Place Stan Clark. Leesman/Dave Bartku/Jim Murphy. 4/23: Quota Points Flight winners: Ladies Flight 1 Liz Lewis; Flight 2 Chris Sparks; Flight 3 Linda Suh; Flight 4 4/16: Low Gross/Low Net: 1st Place Jan Thumberg. Gross Flight 1 Anne Skinner; 1 st Place Net Flight 1 Bette Mannon, 4/30: Revert To Par one hole each Diane Doto. 1st Place Gross Flight 9 (18 Hole Ladies) flight winners: 2 Dorothy Anderson; 1st Place Net Flight 1 Skippy Peacock; Flight Flight 2 Beverly Heil. 1st Place Gross 2 Linda Belanger; Flight 3 Joan Flight 3 Kathy Leesman; 1st Place Net Richardson; Flight 4 Kris Wells; Flight 3 Rosie Kintz. 1st Place Gross Flight 5 Jan Thumberg. Flight 4 Sue Auger, Adele Quinlan; 1st Place Net Flight 4 Erma Faron, 5/7: Better 9 flight winners: Flight 1 Carolyn Avrett; Flight 2 Linda Ilene Davidoff. Belanger; Flight 3 Sandy Bolt; Flight 4/30: Low Gross/Low Net: 1st Place 4 Hiroko Vetsch; Flight 5 Barbara Gross Flight 1 Louise Caulfield; 1st Beck. Place Net Flight 1 Barbara Gaines. 1st st Place Gross Flight 2 Betty McLoone; 5/14: 2 Best Balls: 1 Place Liz Lewis, 1st Place Net Flight 2 Adele Quinlan. Carolyn Clark, Kris Wells, Mary Smith. 5/6: 3-2-1 Best Ball: 1st Place Louise Caulfield/Maggie Jaccoi/Kim Brown. Ladies 9 holes 5/14: 2 Best Balls of 4: 1 st Place Kiyoko Ashendorf/Kathy O’Connell/ Mary Naylor. Friday Couples 5/3: Scramble: 1st Place Flight 1 Anne Skinner/John Skinner. 1st Place Flight 2 Jim Warchol/Margie Warchol. 5/10: 1-2-3 Best Ball: 1st Place Vicki Breaugh/John Breaugh/Margie Warchol/Jim Warchol. Scepter Men
4/22: Low Gross flight winners: Flight 1- Buzz Wetzel ; Flight 2George Krauss; Flight 3- Dave Brady; Flight 4- John Scott. 4/29: Scramble: 1st Place Flight 1- Vid Valiusaitis, Bob Trombetta, Manny Debono. 1 st Place Flight 2- Paul Hunt, Chuck Thelen, Cliff Ryan, Ed Flippen. 5/6: 1 Best Ball: 1st Place Flight 1George Krauss, Wayne Hughes, Will Kuxhousen. 1st Place Flight 2- Vince Pirone, Jay Wildasin, David Brady, Dan Waldman. 5/13: 2 Best Balls: 1st Place Flight 1- Manny DeBono, Joe Spaziano. 1st Place Flight 2- Vince Pirone. Ron Greiner, Jerry Sandusky. 18 Hole Ladies 4/19: Better 9: 1st Place- Sue Watkins. 4/26: Odd Holes: 1st Place- Linda Suh. 5/3: Low Net: 1st Place- Sue Watkins, Linda Suh. 5/10: Throw Out worst hole: 1st PlaceOllie Keller, Sue Watkins. .9 Hole Ladies
4/19: 3 Clubs & a Putter: 1st Place st 4/16: Low Net: 1st Place Flight 1 Judy Flight 1- Emma Gadd.1 Place Flightst Huss; 1st Place Flight 2 Mitzi Walsh. 2 Margie Ditch, Lorraine Fritzel. 1 Place Flight 3 Donna Berger. st 4/23: 2 Best Balls: 1 Place Judy Huss, st Patty George, Patti Hannon, Lindy 4/26: 1-2-3: 1 Place - Wally McIntosh, Tery Wynne, Nancy Baron. Langlois. st 4/30: 1-2-3: 1 st Place Judy Huss, 5/3: Odd Holes: 1 st Place Flight Hiroko Vetsch, Donna Walz, Barbara 1- Rosalie Killian.1 st Place Flight 2- Lorraine Fritzel. 1 Place Flight Laino. 3- Kathy Boccieri. st 5/7: 3-2-1: 1 Place Mary Jane st Dickson, Nancy Wason, Diane 5/10: Low Gross: 1 stPlace Flight 1- Wally McIntosh. 1 Place Flight Grossheim. 2 Margie Ditch. 1st Place Flight 3 5/14: 2 Best Balls: 1 st Place Judi Nancy Stevens. Gannon, Barbara Laino, Lindy Langlois.
4/22: 3-2-1: 1st Place Fletcher Wason, Bill Yost, Doug Tanzer, Ken Kirwin. Falcon Watch 4/29: Low Gross/Low Net: 1st Place Gross Flight 1 Jerry Barrett; 1st Place Net Flight 1 Phil Lemasters. 1st Place Gross Flight 2 Jeff Stevens; 1st Place Net Flight 2 Nick Jimaki. 1st Place
1st Place Flight 2- Paul Hunt, Ron Doncouse, Mike Sekol.
Men 4/15: 1 BB on even holes, 2 BB on Odd: 1 st Place Flight 1- Vid Valiusaitis, Bill Meier, Dick Manion.
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SPORTS Sun City Seniors Win on the Road
Left to Right: Jody Cox, chairperson for the golf tournament with Mike Almaguer, Roy Caudill, Gene Newby and David Brown.
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CHARLES ‘”CHIP” CHURCHILL AMONG EIGHT RUTGERS ALUMNI ASSOCIATION 2013 LOYAL SONS AND LOYAL DAUGHTERS
Charles “Chip” Churchill of Freedom Plaza in Sun City Center is among eight Rutgers University alumni designated Loyal Sons and Loyal Daughters by the Rutgers Alumni Association (RAA). The honorees were inducted during a black-tie affair held on the Cook/Douglass Campus of Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ on Saturday, April 13, 2013. The keynote speaker was the president of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Robert L. Barchi. A 55-year tradition, the Loyal Sons and Loyal Daughters of Rutgers are comprised of individuals who have made a meaningful and longstanding commitment to the betterment of Rutgers, The State University by exemplifying extraordinary alumni service or by making a significant impact on University life and culture. Nominations are made by existing Loyal Sons & Daughters, and the finalists named by a special selection committee and approved by the RAA Board of Directors. Founded in 1831, the RAA is the nation’s fourth oldest alumni association serving over 200,000 alumni on the New Brunswick/Piscataway campus of Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey.
On May 6, a scramble golf tournament was held at the Belleview Biltmore Golf and Country Club in Belleview, Florida, to support the Clearwater Free Clinic. The tournament raises funds to help those that cannot afford medical care on their own. The Clearwater Classic has been held for many years at Feather Sound CC but moved this year to the Belleview Biltmore GC. This year’s tournament had a full field of 144 golfers, and our Sun City Center golfers were the winning team at 17 under par scoring an amazing 17 birdies and 1 par, which set a new scoring total for the Clearwater Free Clinic Tournament! The second place team was at 15 under par, so there was not much room for error. The team from Scepter Golf Club is made up of Gene Newby(hdcp 5), Roy Caudill (hdcp 3), David Brown (hdcp 6) and Mike Almaguer (hdcp 2). They were awarded trophies custom-made by Dennis DeBon. These Sun City Center seniors will be trying to make it two in a row by playing in the SCC Chamber Cup and have extended a monetary challenge against last year’s winners. Paid Advertisement
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Replace Old Drafty Windows & Cut Energy Bills With Special “No Cost Now Program" Sun City Center, FL – Michael Hollander, owner of WeatherTite Windows, announced a great savings plan for Sun City Center residents. His deferred payments, along with reduced pricing, are great for homeowners who are in need of affordable, replacement windows and doors. All homeowners who respond within two weeks from the date of this notice and purchase energy efficient money saving WeatherTite windows or doors are eligible to make this purchase with no money down and have a payment plan with no interest until 2016. Mr. Hollander emphasized the program is effective immediately – and he will be able to arrange monthly payments to suit the budgetary needs of every homeowner. This very special program features the finest tilt-in w i n d o w s m a n u f a c t u r e d t o d a y. WeatherTite Windows come with 6 great warranties, meet stringent codes
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(L to R): Rutgers Alumni President Tom Carpenter, recipient Charles “Chip” Churchill, and Rutgers University President Robert L. Barchi. Charles “Chip” Churchill, Rutgers College Class of 1959 has been actively involved with his alma mater for many years. He participated and assisted with his class of 1959’s 50th reunion in 2009. As president of the Rutgers Club of Sarasota/Manatee in Florida, he led the club as it earned the “most improved club” award from the Rutgers University Alumni Federation. Now one of the most active regional clubs, it hosts numerous events for area alumni and goes beyond social events to support local students with visits to college fairs, scholarships and book awards. Churchill created the club’s website and has written a number of newsletters for the club over the years.
Summer Retail Hours for Nearly New Shop
Starting in June, the Nearly New Shop, located at 1515 SR 674 (Sun City Plaza) behind the Bon Worth Store, will be open only on Saturdays from 8 a.m.-noon. Normal retail hours will resume in September (open Wednesdays and Saturdays). Donations can still be dropped off between the hours of 7 a.m. and 2 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Arrangements for large items to be dropped can be made by calling 8913-642-9099. —Janet M. Odell
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June 2013
Lock it Up
With Deputy Jason Castillo Recently, the Hillsborough County Sheriff arrested a suspect in what officers believe to be a connected vehicle theft and separate vehicle burglary. We caught those we believe to be responsible and the property has been recovered. The purpose in reporting this crime is not to scare folks. We want to explain that these crimes were what could be called “crimes of opportunity.” In both cases, the vehicles were left unsecured and unattended. In the case of the stolen car, the vehicle was left unlocked. The thief simply opened the door and was able to smash the lock on the console and get the vehicle to crank. Fortunately
in these cases the stolen property was recovered. In an unrelated case, HCSO responded to a stolen golf cart in the community. Again, we believe this to be a case of criminal opportunity. The vehicle was left unattended and easily accessible. The lesson here is simple, lock it up. Even if you are “just going to be a minute,” lock it up. Even if you are “just running back inside,” lock it up. It is much easier to lock your doors or to secure your golf cart than to come out and find your vehicle gone. You may think you will be too quick for anyone to notice, but those are exactly the sorts of situations opportunistic criminals look for. Beat the Heat We all know how hot it can be here in the summer time, but for some reason it always seems to surprise us. Each year HCSO responds to two very common heatrelated calls. T h e f i r s t i s h e at s t r o k e . Heatstroke can really sneak up on you. It’s a gorgeous morning so you decide to go out and weed the garden or mow the lawn. You may not even think about how quickly the heat can catch up with you. Every year many, many people learn this
lesson the hard way. The time to get hydrated, even if you just plan to be outside a short time, is before you start working. Drink a glass or two of water before heading out into the heat. Then be sure to stay hydrated as you continue to work. The second common heatrelated call is pets left in cars. We all know that our dogs love to ride along with us in the car. What many people do not seem to realize is just how quickly your vehicle can turn into a danger zone for a pet left inside. Even if you “crack” the windows, this does not allow enough heat to escape. In the Florida summer sun, your car can become an oven in minutes. Your best bet is to never leave your pet unattended in any vehicle, ever. CRIME AWARENESS MEETINGS Do not miss the community Crime Awareness meetings coming up in June. The Kings Point meeting is on the second Tuesday of the month, June 11, at 1 p.m. This meeting will be held in the Kings Point Fiber Arts room at 1900 Clubhouse Drive. The SCC meeting will be held on the third Wednesday of the month, June 19, at 2 p.m. This meeting will be held in the conference room at the Sun Trust Bank in SCC.
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COMMUNITY WANTED – COMMUNITY CHURCH COLLEGE CHURCH COLLEGE WILL OFFER GIFT CERTIFICATES FOR LOOKING FOR NEW INSTRUCTORS PURCHASE
The Community Church College, located at 1501 La Jolla Ave., is pleased to announce that gift certificates will be available for purchase at t he C ol l e ge O f f i c e beginning in September 2013. A gift certificate is a perfect gift to give to a friend, a relative, your spouse, or as a “welcome to the neighborhood” gift for new neighbors! A gift certificate is also a great way to say “thank you” too! Give the gift of fun and learning — one size fits all!! The price for one course is $25, and the recipient can select the course they wish to take. There is no limit to the number of gift certificates one may purchase. The gift certificate will be valid for one year from date of purchase. For further information please contact the College either by phone at 813-634-8607, or by email at College1501@verizon.net. —Larry Pie
The Community Church College, located at 1501 La Jolla Ave., is looking for instructors in the following fields: 1. Culinar y/cooking techniques, demonstrations 2. C o m p u t e r technology; IPHONE’s, IPAD’s, etc 3. Science 4. Painting – landscape or portrait The courses are non-credit. The semester lasts for five weeks and each class will meet for one day each week. The Fall Semester will begin on Monday, October 21, 2013 and run through Thursday, November 21, 2013. The instructors will receive $75 per class per semester. If you are interested in sharing your expertise with your local friends and neighbors, please call Sally Erath, Academic Dean, at (813) 6343197 by July 1, 2013.
MOVIES at the Rollins Theater One showing only @ 1 p.m.
The Monday Movies will normally show two movies each month in the Rollins Theater at 1 p.m. on the second and fourth Mondays. 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 guests who present an up-to-date member/guest card or yellow ID badge.
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“Left to Die”
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Having never left the United States, Sandra Chase bravely agrees to accompany a friend to Ecuador for a much-needed vacation; but paradise quickly turns to misery when she is accosted at the airport in Quito and is unjustly imprisoned for drug trafficking. With no trial or any recourse, Sandra is sent to a women’s prison with sub par living conditions and is terrorized by the other inmates. Meanwhile, Sandra’s daughter Tammi is vigilantly working on getting her mother released from prison with limited knowledge of the laws and legal processes of Ecuador. Unwavering in her belief of her mother’s innocence, Tammi is forced to drain her life savings while fighting with embassies and governments as she races against time to save her mother. In Tammi’s determined fight for justice, she recruits a U.S. Congresswoman, Rep. Corinne Brown, and together they prevail in securing Sandra Chase’s release. Genres: Drama Actors: Barbara Hershey, Rachael Leigh Cook, Nicholas Gonzalez, Emily Foxler, Michael Hyatt Language: English Subtitles: English Rating: NR Runtime: 1:29
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“Hyde Park on Hudson”
95 min.
Rating: R
In June 1939, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt and his wife, Eleanor, host the King and Queen of England for a weekend at the Roosevelt home at Hyde Park on Hudson in upstate New York in the first-ever visit of a reigning English monarch to America. With Britain facing imminent war with Germany, the Royals are desperately looking to FDR for support. But international affairs must be juggled with the complexities of FDR’s domestic establishment, as wife, mother and mistresses all conspire to make the royal weekend an unforgettable one. Seen through the eyes of Daisy, Franklin’s neighbor and intimate, the weekend will produce not only a special relationship between two great nations, but, for Daisy, a deeper understanding of the mysteries of love and friendship. Rated R by the Motion Picture Association of America for brief sexuality. Genres: Drama Actors: Bill Murray, Laura Linney, Samuel West, Olivia Colman, Elizabeth Marvel Language: English Subtitles: English Rating: R Runtime: 1:35
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