Shell Point Life October 2012

Inside: Season of Praise•Get Ready, Get Set! The Olympics are Coming October 2012 Vol. 7 Issue 10

WHITTLING

WILD THINGS

THE

CAPTURING THE ARTISTRY IN NATURE

PRAISE THE LORD WITH THE HARP; MAKE MUSIC TO HIM ON THE TEN-STRINGED LYRE.

SING TO HIM A NEW SONG; PLAY SKILLFULLY, AND SHOUT FOR JOY.

FEELS LIKE FALL

By Rochelle Cherniawski, editor

Psalm 33:2-3

Before I start talking about the

of creativity. Yet, it was something

changing weather, let me first

that brought us closer together.

remind you that I am a Michigan

I love hearing stories about

girl. Yes, I’m about to get nostalgic.

how residents stay connected with

I remember (here we go) watching

their families by passing along

the leaves on the trees turn from

things that they have personally

vibrant green to beautiful oranges and reds

made.

before they would begin dropping to the

(Nautilus) and Bob Huelsebusch (Tellidora)

ground with a cool passing breeze. Before

share a common talent for wood carving.

long, our backyard would be covered with

They spend hours, every day, whittling wood

the colors of autumn. Eventually, we would

to create intricate pieces – many of which

have to rake up the leaves before the

they give to their family members. It’s a

inevitable first snow of the season – which

remarkable talent that their families no

sometimes came as early as October!

doubt treasure for the artistry and cherish for

While

attending

Michigan

State

University, I would pick up a few colorful fall

For

example,

Lou

Sahlmann

the personal connection. The full stories about Lou and Bob begin on page 4.

leaves and mail them to my grandmother

And speaking of alma maters, there are

back in my home town. Sure, she had leaves

a number of residents here at Shell Point that

in her own yard, but these were “scholarly”

share a special collegiate connection. Don’t

leaves! To my surprise, I recently found those

miss our section on Nyack College and

leaves and my notes in a scrapbook on her

Alliance Theological Seminary on page 30.

coffee table. Now, I know that my small

There’s much more in this issue of Shell

offering of mailing leaves to my grandmother

Point Life. I hope you enjoy it while feeling a

certainly shouldn’t be considered a great act

cool fall breeze!

Shell Point Life is published monthly for the residents of Shell Point Retirement Community.

AVP of Communications Lynn Schneider Editor Rochelle Cherniawski Art Director Rich Cerrina Senior Graphic Designer Wendy Iverson Graphic Designer Kathy Grove Contributors Mary Franklin, Teri Kollath, Robyn Church, Bev Chandley, Suzanne Zavada, Randy Woods, Tim and Glenda Stephenson, Inga Bredahl, McKenzie Millis, Dawn Boren, Sarah Nadal, Jessica Clark, Dotty Morrison, Peggy Holton, Susan Uhleman, and Susan Schmitt Do you have story ideas or photos to share?

Contact Rochelle Cherniawski, editor, by calling 239-454-2055 or e-mail: rochellecherniawski@shellpoint.org.

Back Issues Available Online Is there an issue of one of the magazines that you just have to have?

Was your friend or family member seen in a recent issue but you lost it?

You can find the current issue as well as the back issues of the magazine at www.shellpoint.net/spl/splife.htm

15101 Shell Point Boulevard • Fort Myers, FL 33908 (239) 466-1131 • www.shellpoint.org

ON

THE

COVER

Shell Point is a non-profit ministry of The Christian and Missionary Alliance Foundation, Inc.

Bob Huelsebusch (Tellidora) has a remarkable talent for carving intricate creations from wood, a hobby he discovered more than 25 years ago.

Follow us on:

Tim Zimmerman

2012-2013 Women Who Dare to Believe INSPIRATA

oF

Diane Bish

The Purdue Glee Club

Presented by the Village Church at Shell Point Retirement Community

Indiana Wesleyan Choir

Paul: A Prisoner of Passion

INSPIRATA

Indiana Wesleyan Choir

Season of Praise will begin with INSPIRATA, four spectacular voices united in one glorious sound. This quartet of internationally-acclaimed vocal artists presents extraordinary sacred music concerts mixing traditional, spiritual, and contemporary sacred music from composers of hymns, anthems, oratorios, and more.

March will be filled with the energy and zeal of youth as two college choirs present their ministry in song. First, enjoy the Indiana Wesleyan Concert Choir directed by Dr. Todd Guy. The chorale’s concerts consist of a diverse repertoire of music, including sacred classics, hymns, spirituals, and contemporary compositions.

The Village Church is pleased to announce the guest artists who will share their faith and musical artistry for the upcoming Season of Praise Concert Series.

The Many Moods of Christmas

The Purdue Glee Club

INSPIRATA

The holiday spirit will fill the air as The Village Church Choir, accompanied by a Festival Orchestra comprised of area symphony musicians, presents The Many Moods of Christmas. This masterwork alternates between the reflective and joyous, thus providing full expression for meditation and celebration certain to instill the Christmas spirit in everyone.

Continuing in the spirit of youthful musical performances, The Purdue Glee Club will present a one-of-a-kind gospel concert. With integrity, passion, showmanship, and attention to detail, this concert is sure to be inspiring and entertaining.

Tim Zimmerman and The King’s Brass Take part in the grand tradition of kicking off the new year with Tim Zimmerman & The King’s Brass as they present hymn classics with a contemporary flair. Don’t miss the excitement as three trumpets, three trombones, a tuba, percussion, and keyboards blend to create a time of innovative worship for the enjoyment of all generations.

Paul: A Prisoner of Passion Back by popular demand, we will welcome British actor David Payne for his dramatic presentation, Paul: A Prisoner of Passion. Using dialog taken almost entirely from the New Testament, the Bible takes on a new and thrilling dynamic in this dramatic portrayal of the Apostle Paul.

Easter with Diane Bish It will be a very special privilege on Easter Sunday to host organist Diane Bish in the 30th anniversary celebration of her television program, The Joy of Music. Diane Bish is considered to be the most visible and influential classical organist performing today.

Sunday, November 4

The Many Moods of Christmas Sunday, December 16

The King’s Brass Sunday, January 13

Paul: A Prisoner of Passion Sunday, February 10

Indiana Wesleyan Choir Sunday, March 3

Women Who Dare to Believe

The Purdue Glee Club

The Season of Praise Concert Series comes to a dramatic conclusion as two veteran actresses bring to life 21 women from the Scriptures with a faith-based musical drama, entitled Women Who Dare to Believe. Bonnie Keen and Nan Gurley portray the women God used to fulfill the covenant and bring in the Messiah.

Monday, March 11

Diane Bish Sunday, March 31

Women Who Dare to Believe Sunday, April 21

Tickets are now available for $10 at the Church Office (454-2147) or can be purchased online at www.shellpoint.org/seasonofpraise.

It’s always fascinating to learn about a Shell Point resident with a unique talent. And oftentimes, when one resident’s talent is unveiled, another is found right around the corner.

That certainly proved to be the case with Bob Huelsebusch (Tellidora) and Lou Sahlmann (Nautilus). The two men share a common aptitude for creating intricate wood carvings. And each of them discovered their artistic gifts almost by accident.

WHITTLING

THE

WILD THINGS

WOOD CARVERS BOB HUELSEBUSCH & LOU SAHLMANN FIND ARTISTRY IN NATURE

By Rochelle Cherniawski

A

s a young boy growing up in Erie, Pennsylvania, Lou Sahlmann of Nautilus enjoyed building model airplanes. “I was probably 10 or 12 when I got into model airplane building,” he recalled. After serving in the U.S. Navy during World War II, Lou was ready for college and headed off to Purdue to study electrical engineering. In his junior year, a friend introduced him to a girl. “It didn’t work out with her, but I did hit it off with her sister!” he laughed.

“Marion and I were married for 57 years and had five children, 12 grandchildren, and 8 great grandchildren!”

After college, Lou worked for General Electric for about five years before taking a job at the Zurn Industries headquarters in Erie. In his spare time, he dabbled in furniture making. “I made things like chairs, and antique reproductions of cupboards and cabinets. It was nothing big. It was strictly a hobby to fill our little household at the time.”

A New Hobby He ended up staying with Zurn for 30 years, and was involved in a little bit of every-

LOU SAHLMANN

Carved Creations The Art of Sculpting Intricate Birds from Wood

At the beginning of each new project, Lou uses a band saw to cut a rough outline of a bird from a block of wood. Here, Lou holds pieces from an original block of wood along with the carved bird.

thing, including engineering, manufacturing, sales, marketing, and corporate management.

When he retired in 1984, Marion suggested he take up a new hobby. “My dear wife said, ‘You know, there is a guy in the neighborhood teaching wood and decoy carvings.

Why don’t you take a class?’ I smiled at her and joked, ‘Honey, don’t you tell me what to do with my retirement!’ Since then, all I have been doing is carving birds!”

The classes were held for three hours every Wednesday evening for six weeks. Lou took to it right away as he successfully completed his first carving, a bufflehead duck.

And he has always remembered the instructor’s wise words of advice. “He told us to sign everything, serialize it, and date it. If I hadn’t done that, I would have no idea of the number of birds I’ve carved over the years.”

As Lou got more involved in carving birds, he quickly realized that his new hobby afforded him much more of a creative license than furniture making. “When you do furniture, you are dealing with straight lines and angles. In carving birds, there are no right angles or parallel lines. If you make a little mistake, you realize that no two things in nature are alike, so it doesn’t matter. I am the only one who will notice.”

Many of Lou’s carvings are used as decorations throughout his home.

The Art of Carving The first step in the process involves selecting a block of wood. He uses mostly bass wood from the linden tree. “It’s a northern wood and I have a pretty good supply of it back in Erie. I’m still a snowbird, so I just get more every time I’m up there. It’s a nice carving wood. It’s not very pretty though, so I paint it. When I use cherry or sycamore or black walnut, I don’t paint them because the grain is so beautiful. They are harder woods to carve, but they are beautiful.”

Once he has selected the block of wood, he draws an outline of the profile of the bird and cuts it out using a band saw. He then secures the cut pieces of wood together using clear packing tape, draws the top view of the bird, and heads back to the band saw. Once he has a rough shape of the bird he intends to carve, he gets to work. “I suppose that’s cheating,” he joked. “I remove a lot of the material

using modern equipment. A purist would not use machines; they would just start hacking away at the full block of wood.”

As he works on the bird, he determines the level of detail. “A smoothie doesn’t take as much time as a textured bird,” he related.

“The more texture and detail that are involved, the more time it takes.”

Yet, in the end, he doesn’t focus on the time it took to create each bird. “Lots of people ask me how long I’ve been working on a project. I answer, ‘If I knew, I would not do it!’” continued next page

While Lou gives most of his carvings to family members, he has a few for sale in the Resident Gift Shop and also displays his works during the annual Resident Art Show and Sale.

WHITTLING THE WILD THINGS Continued from page 7

Finding Shell Point Lou and Marion started spending their winters at Kelly Greens in Fort Myers in 1989.

One of their neighbors, Dr. Arthur Svedberg, was the former medical director of Shell Point. “He was retired and living at Kelly Greens, but had decided to move to Shell Point and started selling us on the idea.”

As Marion began to encounter health issues, the couple took a closer look. “She had trouble getting long-term health insurance,” said Lou. “But Shell Point welcomed us. And when I was dragging my feet about moving, all Marion had to do was show me the Wood Shop. That was it!”

Lou still remembers the day a younger neighbor from Kelly Greens asked, “How are you going to handle all of the old people over there?” He simply looked her in the eye and responded in his signature light-hearted tone, “We have met the old people, and

they are us!”

The couple moved to Shell Point in 1999. “We never regretted it for a moment. Marion was very well taken care of.”

In fact, one of Lou’s children is seriously interested in moving to Shell Point in the future and visits the community regularly.

The Carving Continues Lou spends five or six days out of each week in the Wood Shop. In his remaining free time, he can most likely be found reading. “I love to read – mostly biographies, autobiographies, historical novels.”

While Lou gives most of his wooden bird carvings to his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and friends, there are a few for sale in the resident Gift Shop on The Island. He also displays his carvings at the annual Resident Art Show

and Sale. One Shell Point resident even commissioned Lou to create a custom carving. “It was a half-size bald eagle that probably took around 300 hours to finish. It turned out great.”

Regardless of how many carvings Lou has sold, he is not in it for the money. “It’s not an income generator, it’s a hobby!”

The hobby that his wife suggested trying 28 years ago has certainly stuck with him. Lou has carved almost 1,100 birds, and he is still going strong!

Artistry in Wood Bob calls this pair “Grouse and Spouse.”

He carved driftwood into the piece to show the grouse in their natural habitat.

A Rewarding Avocation and Satisfying Hobby

B

ob Huelsebusch (Tellidora) was into playing baseball when he was growing up in Cincinnati, Ohio. In high school, he ran track and played football. It was also in high school that he met the woman he would one day marry – Nadeen Argo.

“I was actually dating another girl and Nadeen was dating one of my friends,” Bob recalled. “Nadeen ended up riding in my car when we went on double dates. At that time, I knew I would be going into the Air Force straight after graduation. For some reason that I still can’t explain, whenever I saw Nadeen in the halls between classes, I would say, “Wait for me, Argo!’”

Bob was officially in the Air Force two days after graduation and he was sent over-

8

Shell Point Life | October 2012

seas to France and Italy for a year and a half.

Nadeen wrote to him the whole time he was away. “I kept those letters,” he said. “We weren’t even dating when I left, but for some reason I told her to wait for me, and for some reason she did! She was the first person I called when I got back. We were together for 60 years and had three children.”

Bob attended the College of Pharmacy at the University of Cincinnati. His career began in medical detail at Merck. He then joined Dawes Laboratory in Chicago and spent 15 years with that company, eventually serving as the director of marketing for animal nutrition. The remainder of his career was spent at BASF, where he served as sales manager, marketing manager, and director of business for the animal nutrition department. “My pharmaceutical background put me in a good place there,” he said.

I Can Do That Bob and Nadeen purchased a condo in Fort Myers in 1986, while Bob was still working for BASF. During a trip from New Jersey to Florida more than 25 years ago, the couple stopped at a duck decoy factory in Virginia to take a rest. “I used to hunt rabbits and ducks, so I just wanted to take a look,” recalled Bob. As he looked at the various decoys, Nadeen asked if he was going to buy one.

He told her, “I bet I could make it.”

So, instead of purchasing a decoy, Bob bought a stack of reject wood from the factory and planned to test his carving skills.

“That pile of wood sat around for a little bit too long,” laughed Bob. “Every time Nadeen stumbled over it, she asked when I was going to get around to making my decoy.”

After a couple years of sitting on it, Bob purchased a knife and a couple gouges and got to work. And his very first decoy was a success. “I still have that duck!”

BOB HUELSEBUSCH That first duck was all it took for Bob to get addicted to carving. He carved a number of other decoys and then got into carving songbirds and other animals. He even started going to carving seminars. “I had a great mentor, Ernie Muehlmatt, who was a world class bird carver. I took many lessons from him and learned the intricacies of carving.”

From Wood to Wings Once he has selected a block of wood, Bob starts with a pattern. “You can use a commercial pattern or create one of your own. I do a lot of modifications on commercial patterns.”

He then sketches side and top views of the pattern directly onto the wood and uses a band

saw to get a rough figure. He generally starts with a knife and graduates to using a tool that is similar to a dentist’s drill. He also uses a woodburning pen and sometimes finishes by adding acrylic paint. Bob found that the skill involved in painting the carvings is just as important as the carving itself, “No matter how good of a carver you are, if you don’t paint it well, you can just forget about it.”

While he perfected his carving skills, Nadeen encouraged his talents. The only problem was that he was missing a proper work space. “My wife, bless her heart, was all for it. I had to start carving on top of the washer and dryer in our utility room and I had to move everything when she needed to get in there. She was very wonderful. She continued next page Shell Point Life | October 2012

9

A woodburning pen is used to create texture.

WHITTLING THE WILD THINGS Continued from page 9

was very supportive and put up with my woodchips for all those years.”

After Bob retired from BASF in 1991 and the couple moved to Fort Myers, Bob finally got his own carving space. “We built a house in Gateway, and I made a carving studio in the bedroom. It was great – far better than working on top of the washer and dryer!”

The life-sized, brown pelican took Bob around two months to create, working eight-hour days. Every piece is carved out of wood, including thousands of feathers, the rock, the driftwood, and the shells.

He also got very involved in the local carving community. “It’s a very fine fraternity,” said Bob. “We have a number of shows throughout the year and put a number of our creations on display. Some are for sale and others are not.”

One of the biggest carving shows in the country, the Florida Winter National Wood Art Expo and Competition, takes place at the Harborside Event Center in Fort Myers each year. Bob, who was on the board of directors for the event for 18 years, served as president one year and actually organized the entire event.

A Carving Community Over the years, Bob has met a lot of fellow carvers during the wood art expos.

One such carver was Shell Point resident Lou Sahlmann. “He would always come by the show and tell me, ‘Hey, I have a bench for you in the Shell Point Wood Shop!’ Year after year, he kept telling me about the bench.”

Bob and Nadeen eventually became familiar with Shell Point after going to a performance in the church auditorium and attending an open house. “As we got older, we knew we would have to protect our children as best as we could from having to take care of us, and Shell Point was the answer.

We moved into Tellidora in January of 2011 and I started using that bench in the Wood Shop.”

Moving to Shell Point certainly didn’t inhibit Bob’s hobby. He turned one of the bedrooms into a studio to do his finishing work and painting, and he spends almost every morning at the wood shop. Each Wednesday morning, he can be found teaching carving to the carving club that meets at the Salvation Army Center on McGregor.

His carvings are on display at the Hirdie Girdie studio on Sanibel, during the annual Shell Point Art Show and Sale, at the Florida Winter National Wood Art Expo and Competition, during the Caloosa Carvers Club Show at the Alliance for the Arts, and occasionally at other club events.

Bob’s carvings are also always on display in his home studio. “Anyone is welcome to see the carvings in my studio, as long as they call first to give me notice.”

Happy to be Home When Nadeen passed away a year ago, Bob found himself feeling grateful to be at Shell Point. “I’m happy here. It’s a fine community and I have a lot of friends. The wood shop is a great thing for me. At 10 a.m. every day, except Sunday, they ring a bell and we all go up to the Island Café and tell stories. It’s a great thing.”

Amid his daily carvings and weekly classes, Bob also finds time to play golf in a mixed league on Sundays, and he volunteers to run the Hirdie Girdie gallery for two Saturdays each month. “I try to stay busy,” he related.

While he has been carving almost every day for the past 26 years, he has no idea how many carvings he’s completed. “It’s not important to me to know how many I have carved. It’s just the satisfaction of doing it.”

And although Bob’s carvings are in high demand, and he has even done a few on commission, selling is not his focus. “My big thrust is not to sell them. Every time I part with one I feel like I’m selling my arm!

Most of my valuable carvings are not for sale because either I can’t part with them or my children want them.”

He has given many of his carvings away to his children, relatives, and close friends.

In fact, just recently, he carved a rabbit for his sister. And he is already on to his next project, a green-winged teal preening its wing. “There’s never a time when I’m not working on a carving. It keeps me sane. It’s a blessing for me!”

LifeQuest at Shell Point Identification of Six Dimensions of Wellness Sparks Quest for Balance B

Y

D

Many opportunities for wellness exist here Shell Point. But if you were to ask ten different residents, “What does wellness mean to you?” you would probably get ten different answers. Although some visions of wellness may be similar, each person’s definition of wellness is personal to them.

One fact that most people can agree on is that wellness is important and that striving for a personal balance in the areas of mind, body, and spirit, can lead to true wellness and personal satisfaction.

Shell Point has always promoted a culture of wellness. It truly has been a holistic philosophy of wellness that expands across the community and throughout all levels of care.

What is Wellness at Shell Point?

Over the last year, a Shell Point Wellness Steering Committee met to really define and answer the question, “What is wellness at Shell Point?” The committee included key staff from administration, healthcare, resident support services, hospitality, resident

AW N

B

O R E N

,

D I R E C T O R

O F

R E S I D E N T

L I F E

life, and representatives from each level of care at Shell Point.

Through numerous meetings and a series of exercises, we identified and named six dimensions of wellness that are important to Shell Point and its residents. Going further, we collectively listed the resources, programs, and services under each dimension and those offered directly to residents throughout all three levels of care. The list was extensive and we were pleased with Shell Point’s over-

ness that supports personal growth, healthy living and a positive life experience.”

The six dimensions of LifeQuest include: Physical, Emotional, Spiritual, Educational, Community & Social, and Natural Environment. LifeQuest promotes a positive and balanced approach to personal wellness, active aging, and community involvement throughout all levels of care. LifeQuest gives residents the resources, support systems, programs, and services they need to be as actively involved as they choose to be without barriers.

One fact that most people can We often hear about the importance of seeking balance in agree on is that weLLneSS iS our lives. Finding a balance imPOrtant and that striving between the six dimensions of LifeQuest ensures a holistic for a personal balance in the approach to your overall wellbeing areas of mind, body, and spirit, and sustained happiness.

Over the next few months you can lead to true wellness and will be hearing more about PerSOnaL SatiSfactiOn. LifeQuest. Our goal is to help each person gain an understanding of the six dimensions of wellness as well as the programs and services all wellness offerings and feel as though Shell associated with each, communicate Shell Point truly stands as a leader in the area of Point’s commitment to LifeQuest through wellness among other communities in the an integrated team of staff who will make Life Care Retirement Industry. up the “Our Quest” team, and challenge The committee has named Shell Point’s each resident will set their own personal wellness program LifeQuest. The mission “My Quest” goals for 2013. statement of LifeQuest is, “Shell Point is committed to providing integrated programs So, I ask you… and resources to promote a culture of wellwhat’s Your Quest?

The Suzy Q will be delivered soon!

Coming Soon!

More details will be revealed in the November issue of Shell Point Life and the Weekly Reminder.

Shell Point Life | October 2012

11

Citius Altius Fortius (Olympic motto: Faster, Higher, Stronger)

2012 SHELL POINT OLYMPICS

NOV. 12-16 Four years have passed, and it is time once again to light the torch for another Shell Point Olympics! The week will be filled with fun competitions among 24 courts across three neighborhoods all in one great community.

Everyone is encouraged to participate, cheer others on, and celebrate victories. This event will celebrate the true spirit of Shell Point.

Opening Ceremony & Presentation of Court Flags

Closing Ceremony & Medal Presentation

The official presentation of the Shell Point court flags will take place on Monday, November 12, at 1:00 p.m. in the Church Auditorium. Each court will have a representative carrying and presenting their court’s decorated flag.

After the presentation, be prepared to be amazed by a high-energy performance.

Court Representative Chairman Dr. Bill Lanpher (Oakmont) will then start the games with the lighting of the torch.

Medal presentations will wrap up the week of Olympic competition on Friday, November 16, at 1:00 p.m. in the Church Auditorium.

All medal recipients will be honored, everyone will get to view a week’s worth of pictures to celebrate the efforts of all athletes, and court flag awards will be presented.

12

Shell Point Life | October 2012

Events Sign Up Sign up for the events will begin on Monday, October 1, at either service desk.

All athletes will receive a Shell Point 2012 Olympics t-shirt. Please provide your t-shirt size at the time of event registration.

If you are not participating in an event, but would like a t-shirt for a discounted price of $7, you may pre-order at either service desk. After October 15, t-shirts will be $10. All athlete and pre-ordered t-shirts will be distributed on Monday, November 5, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Resident Activity Center.

12

2012 Shell Point Olympics •November 12-16

Let the Games Begin!

TUESDAY, NOV. 13 8:00 Men’s Tennis Doubles Woodlands Tennis Court Draw for partner 9:00 Short or Distance Walk Start and Finish at Island Park 9:30 Fishing Competition Lagoon Seawall/IS Must have own equipment 10:15 Billiards - 9-Ball Resident Activity Center/IS 1:15 Friendly Duplicate Bridge Social Center/IS Start at 1:30 Sign up with partner

9:30 Chipping Competition Shell Point Golf Club Bring own clubs and balls, or they will be provided 10:00 Model Yacht Sailboat Races Woodlands Commons Lake 1:00 Chess Resident Activity Center/IS 1:00 Mahjongg Sabal Room/WDL

2:30 Bocce Bocce Court/WDL

7:15 Inspirational DVD Carly Fiorinia Tells Her Story The Village Church/IS

WEDNESDAY All Day Indoor Olympic Competitions The Arbor/The Springs/King’s Crown

2:00 Wii Finals The Arbor

PAVILION OLYMPIC EVENTS

2:30 Ring Toss Larsen Pavilion/2nd Floor

THURSDAY, NOV. 15 8:00 Ladies Doubles Tennis Woodlands Tennis Courts Draw for partner

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 14

8:30 Putting Competition Shell Point Golf Club Bring own clubs and balls, or they will be provided

10:00 – 12:00 Olympic Field Events The Springs

TUESDAY

9:00 Bike Race Village Church Porte-cochère/IS

8:00 Mixed Doubles Tennis Woodlands Tennis Court Draw for partner

TUESDAY

THURSDAY 3:15 Pinochle Social Center/IS

1:15 Doubles Table Tennis Manatee Room/IS Draw for partner 1:15 Shuffleboard Island Shuffle Board Court

THE ARBOR, KING’S CROWN & THE SPRINGS EVENTS

9:00 Kayak Endurance Race Kayak Storage Must have own kayak

Ramp Bowling Larsen Pavilion/3rd Floor WEDNESDAY 2:30 Ramp Bowling Larsen Pavilion/2nd Floor Distance Throwing Larsen Pavilion/3rd Floor THURSDAY

9:15 Singles Table Tennis Manatee Room/IS

2:30 Distance Throwing Larsen Pavilion/2nd Floor

10:15 Wii Bowling Social Center/IS

Ring Toss Larsen Pavilion/3rd Floor

9:00 “Toss It!” Shot Put Bocce Court/WDL

2:00 Canasta Sable Room/WDL

9:15 Pickleball Pickleball Court/IS

2:45 Academy Trivia Social Center/IS

Sign up for all Arbor, King’s Crown, Springs, and Pavilion Olympic events with the Activities department at each building.

Join in the spirit of the Olympic Games!

Shell Point Life | October 2012 Shell Point Life | October 2012 Shell Point Life | October 2012 Come out as a spectator and cheer others on!

13 13

Fall Into the academy

A Heady Schedule of Classes Awaits B

Y

T

E R I

K

O L L AT H

,

T H E

A C A D E M Y

O F

L I F E L O N G

L E A R N I N G

A N D

A U X I L I A R Y

M A N A G E R

October is rich with opportunities to expand your mind, challenge your creativity, and embrace the experience of learning something new.

Coffee With A Neighbor:

philosophy. Some of the earliest poems date October 4. This evening program is open to back to the 15th century. After the “main- the public, so feel free to invite your friends stream” era, the development of poetry and and family. the arts exploded. Long before Europe saw its The discovery of the Higgs boson (or the great renaissance, the Chinese had already “Higgs-like particle”) is without a doubt one experienced theirs. Join Dr. Harriet Reece of the signal scientific achievements of our (Junonia) on Tuesday, October 2, for time. Join Don Steenhoek, employee chapChinese Poetry: Classics of the Mainstream lain, on Friday, October 5, for a review of this Period and the “Great Renaissance.” discovery and what it means to our underMary Jane Atkinson (Parkwood), Karen standing of why the universe is the way it is.

Liberles (Eagles Preserve), and Mac Nickels You will learn why some particles, such as (Eagles Preserve) are back with the class that electrons and quarks, have mass. Beautiful helps one get started in the popular pastime Science VI is next up in this amazing series For The Love Of Learning of Mah-Jongg (Basics and Beyond) on that has been presented for the past five In The Art of Collage held on Tuesday, Thursdays, October 4 through November 15. semesters.

October 2, Herb There is plenty of help during Professor Adrian Kerr continues our hisSklar (Eagles the class, and plenty of oppor- torical tour of Southeast Asia this semester Preserve) provides a tunity to join a group after with Cambodia: Its History and Culture, on comprehensive look completion of the classes! two Tuesdays, October 9 and 16. Though at the visual art techCreating Memoirs will Cambodia is a true ancient wonder, and is nique developed in once again be offered on the world’s largest and best preserved temple China with the Thursdays, October 4 through complex, it has gone through a period as a invention of paper November 29, with around 200 B.C. Phyllis Bailey-Starmer.

Made by taking difParticipants very much ferent forms, texenjoy this intimate settures, and colors and ting where each storyassembling them teller discovers a genre of together, thereby writing in his or her own developing a new On Tuesday October 2, Herb Sklar unique voice. whole, this technique will present The Art of Collage.

The slogan of The Das Image by Kurt Schwitters, made a dramatic reapLeague of Women Voters pearance in the early Undbild, 1919 of Lee County is Making 20th century as an art form by artists such as Democracy Work For Over 60 Years.

Matisse and Picasso. We will see the dramatic We are so fortunate that the league has way artists continued to exercise their cre- agreed to hold a Candidate Forum at ativity as vision and physical dexterity dimin- Shell Point, where we prize democracy! On Tuesday, October 9, experience how scents can affect your disposition as Laurel Offermann ished with aging.

Come with your questions, and stay after and Susie Bagwell present Mood Management Chinese Poetry is filled with imagery and to meet the candidates on Thursday, with Essential Oils.

Join us on Monday, October 29, as Lester Davidson (Eagles Preserve) takes us on a Safari, Safari, Safari trip across Africa from Kenya to Southwest Africa and on to Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and South Africa. You will not need to leave the comfort of the Grand Cypress Room to encounter all major species of wildlife - as Les saw from Land Rovers, horseback, canoe, and hot air balloons – for a comprehensive Safari experience.

14

Shell Point Life | October 2012

French colony the rise of the despot Pol Pot, and the killing fields era. Following the detailed history, Professor Kerr will offer a look at the current country.

One of the more pleasant ways to deal with the stress of modern living is with the wonderful scent of an essential oil. On Tuesday, October 9, Laurel Offermann and Susie Bagwell will discuss the benefits and share the scents with our willing noses in Mood Management with Essential Oils.

For seven Wednesdays, beginning on October 10, Herb Sklar (Eagles Preserve) will share yet another way to stretch our creativity by trying a new art form in the Academy. The 3-D Contour Collage class addresses all of the elements and principles of design. The finished sculptures are light and whimsical.

Dr. Frederick Shaerf of the Neuropsychiatric Research Center of Southwest Florida returns to The Academy to share his learned perspective on The Problems with Florida’s Mental Health System and How to Fix It. On Wednesday, October 10, you will have the opportunity to hear his wealth of education and experience on this topic, much of it gathered in Florida since he arrived in 1989.

On Thursday, October 11, Chauncey Goss will present The Federal Budget 101.

This is a timely opportunity to hear from the former senior staffer for the Office of Management and Budget. Come to hear his unique and valuable understanding of the federal government’s budgetary process and fiscal policy. This evening program is open to the public so feel free to invite your friends and family.

Thanks to the commitment of Patricia Myers (Junonia), Paul Hoden (Oakmont), and Bill Lanpher (Oakmont), we have two opportunities each semester to update our driving skills with the AARP Driver Safety Course. This semester’s course will be held on Monday, October 22, with Bill Lanpher (Oakmont).

The Southeast Asia tour continues with Thailand: Its History and Culture on Tuesdays, October 23 and 30. Professor Adrian Kerr will take us from prehistory right up through to the thriving Thai capital of glorious Bangkok. Along the way we will review how its rich heritage has produced a

Travel through the wilds of Africa with Lester Davidson (Eagles Preserve) during his Coffee with a Neighbor presentation – Safari, Safari, Safari – on Monday, October 29.

vibrant and colorful culture with friendly people.

On Tuesday, October 23, we welcome the Library Book Talk to the Academy as Dick Jacker (Palm Acres) presents The Forgotten Founding Father: Noah Webster’s Obsession and the Creation of an American Culture by Joshua Kendall. After this presentation, you may agree that Webster deserves to be included in the pantheon of Founding Fathers, after you meet “the full-bodied human being” behind the name posted onto a reference book.

Discussion will follow, with refreshments courtesy of the Shell Point Library.

On Friday, October 26, we welcome back Joanna Coke for another art-filled lunch and learn. This one is focused on Russian art.

Based on her experience and expertise gathered in 2009 when she took part in an artist experience in Russia, Joanna will focus on Russia from an Artist’s Eye in the morning.

Following lunch with the artist, she will continue with An Overview of Russian Art in the afternoon.

Jim Nathan, President and CEO of Lee Memorial Health System, will share his perspective in Healthcare: Implications and Challenges for Southwest Florida on Monday, October 29. Quality healthcare is important to each of us and to our loved ones. It is also highly politicized, fragmented, expensive, and, at times, elusive. In this presentation Jim will share with us his perspective on the complexities and how they impact us directly in our area. He will also

share current national political activities and their healthcare implications. This evening program is open to the public, so feel free to invite your friends and family.

On Wednesday, October 31, Jonathan Scalone, Veteran Outreach Coordinator of Hope Healthcare Services, will share not only what your loved one could be doing at the Adult Day Care, but also the many benefits for the caregiver, at Hope Healthcare: Adult Day Care.

Legacy Timothy Stephenson, executive director of The Legacy Foundation, begins a two-part program on The Essential Elements of a Trustworthy Financial Plan. In the first session on Wednesday, October 24, we will begin with the four P’s of planning that will give you some quick handles to recall the important aspects of your plan.

Academy On The Go The first educational field trip in October, Bobcat Tales, takes us to the Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation on Monday, October 15, to learn all about bobcats. This adaptable feline’s ability to survive close to humans may be one of the reasons for the bobcat’s success at flourishing while other wild feline species are in trouble.

This is your chance to learn more about what’s so special about the bobcat.

Our overnight trips are always popular.

This one takes us across the state for an Continued next page

Shell Point Life | October 2012

15

Computer College The Academy will be On the Go on Wednesday, October 31, and Thursday, November 1, as an adventurous group heads for an overnight trip in Fort Lauderdale.

The excursion will include beautiful garden tours, a yacht dinner cruise, and a trip to the Everglades.

FALL INTO THE ACADEMY Continued from page 13 Overnight in Fort Lauderdale: Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens plus Fairchild Botanical Gardens with Yacht Dinner Cruise and a trip to the Everglades.

We leave on Wednesday, October 31, and return the next day. There is a little bit of everything in this package. Bev Chandley, program coordinator, will contact those who register to provide all of the details.

Technology Today And Tomorrow (T-3) T-3 gives us three opportunities to focus on telephone technology in October, beginning on Monday, October 1, as Bruce Findley (Sundial) provides Understanding Your Century Link Phone Bill. Bruce follows up with Three Residents Who Said “No” To Century Link, on Tuesday, October 2. Then Bill Davis (Junonia) completes the topic with a Workshop: Alternative Telephones for Home Use on Thursday, October 18.

Our look at music technology is a Roundtable: Digital Music and More on Thursday, October 4, presented by Bruce Findley (Sundial).

Navigation Systems on two Fridays, October 5 and 12, by Bruce Findley (Sundial) explains useful technology that helps us find our way.

Digital Picture Frame and Media Conversion on two Mondays, October 8 and 15, by Bruce Findley (Sundial) shows us yet another way digital technology makes its way into photography. How to Use Your First Digital Camera will be offered on two Tuesdays, October 16 and 23, presented by

16

Shell Point Life | October 2012

Ted Boynton (Macoma) and Paul Myatt (Junonia). Smart Phones as Cameras will be presented on two Mondays, October 22 and 29, presented by Bruce Findley (Sundial).

Two options for e-reading featured in October include a Workshop: eReader iPad (and Audiobooks) on two Tuesdays, October 9 and 16, presented by Bruce Findley (Sundial), and a Workshop: eReader–Nook Color on two Fridays, October 19 and 26, presented by Patty Waters (Palm Acres) and Penny Modrich (Nautilus).

HDTV is presented by Bruce Findley (Sundial) in three classes beginning with Purchasing Your First HDTV on Wednesday, October 10. HDTV: Content follows on Wednesday, October 17. HDTV: Possibilities With iPad is the third option offered on Wednesday, October 24.

Tablet technology is explained by Bruce Findley (Sundial) and Penny Modrich (Nautilus) in three sessions beginning with Workshop: iPad Tablet - Why Do I Need One? on Thursday, October 11, followed by What is WiFi and How Do I Get It? on Monday, October 15. The third session is Workshop: iPad Tablet Got One, Now What? on two Thursdays, October 18 and 25.

Next comes the classes on useful applications. iPad: Note Taking and Drawing Apps takes place on Thursday, October 11, with Bruce Findley (Sundial). Another option is Tablet Shopping: Amazon, eBay, Shop.com on two Tuesdays, October 16 and 23, with Penny Modrich (Nautilus). Bruce returns on two Wednesdays, October 17 and 24, for Prep School: Brain Fitness on the iPad. Bruce rounds out the options on two Wednesdays, October 31 and November 7, with Prep School: More Brain Fitness exercises on the iPad.

Two instructors welcome the computer novice this month. Megs Singer (Tellidora) presents Keyboard Typing on two Wednesdays, October 3 and 10. Richard Nelson (Lakewood) offers Computer College Prep School-on Windows 7 Laptops on two Fridays, October 5 through 26, followed by Flash Drive Prep School on three Wednesdays, October 31 through November 14.

Level One courses this month include Gmail on two Tuesdays, October 16 through 30, with Megs Singer (Tellidora); Macintosh Course-iCal on two Mondays, October 22 and 29, with Lucille Peterson (Lakewood); and After Prep School Basics on two Mondays, October 29 through December 3, with Joe Cramer (Lakewood).

There are three courses for Level Two. Developing Skills on Windows 7 with Jim Plummer (Parkwood) begins on Tuesday, October 2, running through November 6.

Wayne Wolfert (Lucina) presents Exploring Microsoft Publisher 2010 on two Mondays, October 15 and 22. Writing Your Memoirs On a Computer is taught on Tuesdays, October 23 through November 27, by Lucille Peterson (Lakewood) and Marty Gibson (Lakewood).

The most advanced level of instruction offered this month includes Data Protection, Backups and Password Management on two Thursdays, October 4 and 11, with Lowell Schulz (Sundial). He will offer a second set of this course again on two Thursdays, October 18 and 25. Adobe Photoshop Elements (Digital darkroom editing and enhancing photos) will be held on Fridays, October 12 through November 16, with Harold Seer (Parkwood).

Stay Connected For more information, including any course fees, please refer to The Academy of Lifelong Learning Brochure at either service desk. The brochure is also available online at www.shellpoint.net. Confirm class selections and check for last-minute changes in the Weekly Reminder or on SPTV – channel 11.

You can also see an interview with most instructors on Shell Point TV. We continue to welcome ideas for future courses and offers to present. To share an idea, please contact me, Teri Kollath, at 454-2254. I look forward to seeing you in an Academy class soon!

The Essential Elements of a Trustworthy Financial Plan

BY TIMOTHY A. STEPHENSON,

As I was walking a Shell Point resident through the process of creating a comprehensive financial plan earlier this year, he asked, “Why haven’t you given a seminar about what you’re doing for me right now?”

We had walked through a number of discussions and fact-finding exercises that had provided much greater clarity and purpose to his future planning, and his philanthropic choices. You can guess that he found the process very enlightening and helpful.

I decided he was right. So in the months of October and November, we will explore together some of what I have learned in my 25 years of financial planning. We’re calling it The Essential Elements of a Trustworthy Financial Plan. It will not be a lot of numbers -

Ninth Annual

Shell Point

Charity

Golf Tournament

Benefitting

Waterside Medical Complex at ShellPoint

the

Session 1

E X E C U T I V E D I R E C T O R O F T H E L E G A C Y F O U N D AT I O N

crunching and theory. We will share the practical nuts and bolts of getting our financial houses in order.

In this first session together, we will consider your financial plan as a building. We will determine what will give you the best foundation, how the walls should fit together, and how a protective roof can keep you secure in the storms and trials of life. We will explore the four “Ps” of planning that will give you some quick handles to recall the important aspects of your plan. I think you’ll enjoy it. Please join us.

This 45-minute presentation will be followed by Q&A. Light refreshments will be served. The seminar is free; however, seating is limited and reservations are required. To reserve your seat, please contact either service desk.

The Essential Elements of A Trustworthy Financial Plan – Session I

Building A Stable Plan That Will Keep You Secure Wednesday, October 24 10 - 11 a.m.

Grand Cypress Room/WDL Presenter: Timothy A. Stephenson,ChFC, exec. director of the Legacy Foundation LS02

Sign Up Now for the 9th Annual Shell Point Open Golf Tournament The Legacy Foundation will host the 9th Annual Shell Point Open Golf Tournament on Friday, November 9, at Shell Point Golf Club. The event will officially begin at 7:30 a.m. with a light breakfast. The golfers will then tee off for the 18-hole “step-aside” scramble, where the player with the chosen ball after each shot sits out the next stroke. Lunch will be provided at the conclusion of the tournament while the winners are announced and prizes are awarded.

The $125 entry fee includes 18 holes of golf with cart, player gift bag, prizes, breakfast, and lunch. A portion of the entry fee is a charitable contribution and will be receipted appropriately. All proceeds from the tournament will benefit the Waterside Medical Complex at Shell Point, which offers services to residents of Shell Point and the surrounding community. The & complex includes the Larsen Pavilion, a 219-

Calling all Golfers!

bed skilled nursing facility; a rehab center; and a variety of comprehensive healthcare services.

“This tournament is just one way that we can help support a great cause while also having a lot of fun,” said Timothy Stephenson, executive director of the Legacy Foundation. “For our ninth year, we are offering a new twist on the game by playing the step-aside scramble. I think everyone will really enjoy it!”

The 2012 Shell Point Open is generously sponsored by The Scoggins/Moreland Group of UBS Financial Services.

To sign up a four-person team, or to sign up as an individual, contact the Legacy Foundation at 239-466-8484. brought to you by

The Scoggins/Moreland Group UBS Financial Services Inc.

Shell Point Life | October 2012

17

Learn how to make educated food choices that are best for your body on Wednesday, October 10, at 2:15 p.m. when Mary McCormack, RD, Pavilion consultant dietician; and Sandi Brower, nutrition services manager at the Pavilion present Functional Foods – Aren’t They All?

The Health Connection: New Session Begins Learn about Rhythmic Movement, Pilates, Medicare D, Lower Back Pain Treatment and more B

Y

M

A R Y

F

R A N K L I N

,

R E S O R T

S E R V I C E S

Last month, the October 2012 through March 2013 brochure for The Health Connection hit mailboxes all around campus.

Registration for any of the classes can be completed at either of the services desks or by sending in the registration form found in the back of the brochure.

The October lineup offers the return of the popular Wellness Specialty Classes as well as information from Shell Point professionals and medical professionals from the surrounding Fort Myers community.

Wellness Specialty Classes Melanie Brod, fitness coordinator, is pleased to bring a new class to The Health Connection: Bend, Breathe, and Balance.

The course incorporates rhythmic movements, flexible postures, and a relaxation period. The class benefits include increased muscle tone, improved balance, and calming relaxation. Beginning October 2, Bend, Breathe, and Balance will meet in The Island Health Club every Tuesday and Thursday at 7:15 a.m. The cost is $5 per class or $215 for the entire six months. No sign up is required and you can pay as you go.

Maintaining a high level of balance and mobility is essential to having a healthy and active lifestyle. Balance and Mobility 18

Shell Point Life | October 2012

A N D

W

E L L N E S S

M A N A G E R

Training, Level 2 – Session A will accomplish these goals. The class is taught by Michelle Smith, fitness supervisor.

Participants should be able to balance on one foot for 20 seconds. Beginning October 2, the class will run for 12 weeks, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2:45 p.m. in The Island Health Club. The cost is $120 for 24 sessions.

If your morning is already scheduled with the many activities Shell Point has to offer, you can get your workout in the afternoon on Mondays and Wednesdays with Pilates Stretch. Pilates is a form of exercise which emphasizes the balanced development of the body through core strength, flexibility, and awareness in order to support efficient, graceful movement. The class starts October 3, and will be held every Monday and Wednesday at 3 p.m. for six months. The class will meet in The Island Health Club with Fitness Supervisor Michelle Smith.

Balance and Mobility Training, Level 1 – Session A, will run from October 3 through December 24. This course is for those looking to begin a structured balance program and would like to gain strength, increased flexibility, and confidence. The group will meet each Monday and Wednesday at 1:45 p.m. in The Island Health Club with Fitness Supervisor Michelle Smith. The cost is $120 for the 12 week session.

Lindy Smith, Nordic walking expert and

AFAA certified group exercise instructor, will continue to teach Nordic Pole Walking.

Commit to be Fit with Nordic Pole Walking! – Session 1 will be offered Tuesdays and Thursdays, October 2 through 11. The class will start at 3:30 p.m. in the Oak Room at The Woodlands before heading outside for walking. The class fee is $20 for four sessions.

Shell Point as Your Resource Functional Foods – Aren’t They All? will be presented Wednesday, October 10, at 2:15 p.m. in the Social Center by Mary McCormack, RD, Pavilion consultant dietician; and Sandi Brower, nutrition services manager at the Pavilion. The class will review the added benefits of functional foods so you make an educated decision if you need to add them to your diet. The class costs $5 per person.

Falls are the leading cause of injury-related visits to emergency departmentss. Jeff Pennock and Christine Gulotta from Shell Point’s Rehabilitation Center will speak on ways to prevent falls and create a trip-free environment in Fall Prevention. This October 11 class will be held in The Arbor Community Room at 2:00 p.m. and sign up is required.

Joy Darnell, director of Pharmacy services, will hold a very informative and impor-

Get Healthy with Health Connection Classes tant program on the Medicare D Update.

She will cover plans, changes, costs, the donut hole elimination, and the changes that specifically affect residents of Shell Point. Bring your questions to the presentation on Wednesday, October 17, at 10:30 a.m. in The Grand Cypress Room at The Woodlands.

Skin; What Type Are You? is back by popular demand. On Wednesday, October 31, at 3:15 p.m. in the Osprey Room, esthetician Kendal Colosimo will cover the do’s and don’ts of skin care at home. The cost is $5, participant receive a $5 coupon for Shell Point Salon skin care products or a facial.

Your Medical Community In honor of breast cancer awareness month, Dr. Laura Isley from Radiology

Regional Center will discuss Why Annual 2.5 mile Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Prevention is the Best Protection. If Centennial Park in downtown Fort Myers. detected at the earliest stage, The registration and donation to breast cancer has a five-year surthe Alzheimer’s Association has vival rate of over 95 percent. Dr. been graciously donated through Isley will be in the Manatee the proceeds of the Community Room on Thursday, October 16, Thrift Store. Bus transportation is at 1:15 p.m. available with court pick-ups Advanced Treatment of beginning at 7:00 a.m. The event Facet-Mediated Low Back Pain will begin at 8:00 a.m. will be presented on Tuesday, Shell Point is proud to host October 23. Dr. Christopher President/CEO of Lee Memorial On October 16, Dr. Laura Isley will Dawson, board certified in Health System, Jim Nathan. Mr. present Why Annual physical medicine and rehabilNathan will present Healthcare: itation medicine, will present Prevention is the Best Implications and Challenges for Protection against the evaluation and treatment of Southwest Florida on October breast cancer. this very common and treatable 29 at 7:00 p.m. in the Church condition. The session will be held in the Auditorium. He will share his perspective of Oak Room of The Woodlands at 2:00 p.m. the complexities and how they specifically On Saturday, October 27 join us for the impact Southwest Florida.

Shell Point Cares About Ending Alzheimer’s

Employees and Residents Will Gather to Walk for a Good Cause on October 27 Shell Point Cares is a volunteer program designed for Shell Point residents and employees who have a personal desire to give back to their community by participating as a team in service opportunities throughout Southwest Florida. Shell Point Cares encourages personal involvement, fosters camaraderie, advances Shell Point’s culture and core values, and serves the common good. Funding from Shell Point’s Community Thrift Store allows residents and employees to participate in events to show that Shell Point truly does care about our local community and Lee County residents.

Mark Your Calendar The next Shell Point Cares Walks will be:

The next Shell Point Cares walk will take place on Saturday, October 27, as employees and residents gather for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s held in Centennial Park in downtown Fort Myers.

Organized by the Alzheimer’s Association, the walk raises funds to support essential Alzheimer programs, research, and services within our local community.

There is no cost to sign up, and each participant will receive a free Shell Point Cares T-shirt to wear during the walk. To sign up for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, contact 454-2152. The registration deadline is October 22.

Getting There

Bus transportation is available with court pickups beginning at 7:00 a.m. If you choose you can meet the group at Centennial Park.

The event begins at 8:00 a.m.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s

American Heart Association Heart Walk

Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure

October 27, 2012

December 8, 2012

March 9, 2013

Shell Point Life | October 2012

19

To include a listing for an upcoming event or activity, please contact Mary Franklin, resort services manager, at 454-2152 or email: maryfranklin@shellpoint.org

5 12,19,26

Shell Point Market Place

Friday, October 5, 12, 19, 26 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Admin Courtyard/IS Join local vendors as they bring energy to our Friday mornings and transform the Administration Courtyard into our very own Market Place. You are sure to find an abundance of fruits, vegetables, jewelry, orchids, baked goods, and much more as you explore the Market Place each week.

friends to Bonita Springs to try out this new lunch destination.

Try the all-you-can-eat Friday seafood lunch specials - Basa is $16.95 or Grouper is $19.95.

Or select any of the other fine island-style offerings, priced from $7.95 to $16.95.

Shell Point Singers Fall Concert with North Star Percussion

9

Coconut Jack’s Waterfront Restaurant

6

Friday, October 5 10:15 a.m. Island pickup 10:25 a.m. Woodlands pickup 10:35 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 1:45 p.m. approximate return Cost: $7 (lunch on your own) Location: Bonita Springs It is all about island atmosphere, great food, waterfront, and good company at Coconut Jack’s. Step away from the ordinary lunch experience and travel with your Shell Point

Tuesday, October 9 7:15 p.m.

The Village Church/IS The Shell Point Singers are back to perform their annual Fall Concert, bringing to life favorite songs from the Great American Song Book, such as: ‘S Wonderful, Nice Work If You Can Get It, Down by the Riverside, and a heartwarming medley of sing-a-long favorites. For this concert, the Shell Point Singers are pleased to share the stage and spotlight with special guests North Star

EVENTS

•

PROGRAMS • PARTIES • MOVIES • OUTINGS • EXCURSIONS

Percussion, a trio of young professionals who will tap their sticks and mallets to add a lively rhythm to the show, performing songs like Summertime, I've Got Rhythm, and Can't Take That Away. Come tap your toes and clap your hands to support your friends and neighbors to kick off what is sure to be a great Shell Point Singers concert season!

Photo Club Meeting Thursday, October 11 2:15 p.m.

Manatee Room/IS

11

Do you wish you could take better photos?

Come to the October meeting of the Photo Club. You will have a chance to have a photo critiqued, meet the new executive board, and receive one-on-one help with your camera and photo questions! Bring a photo, at least 8x10, on the topic What I Did Last Summer.

The meeting will also include a preview of this year's exciting upcoming events!

Beach Day

12

Friday, October 12 8:30 a.m. Island pickup 8:40 a.m. Woodlands pickup 8:50 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 3:00 p.m. approximate return Cost: $16 (ice cream on your own) It is time again to break out your beach supplies and head for Delnor Wiggins State Park Beach! The bus will take you within 60 yards of the beach, picnic area, and bathhouse. The Shell Point staff will provide a picnic lunch. On the way home, enjoy ice cream at the Royal Scoop ice cream shoppe. Treat yourself to a fun Florida-style outing!

Veterans’ Club

12

Friday, October 12 10:00 a.m.

Grand Cypress Room/WDL Guest presenter Norma Hand Brill, an Elder Lawyer, will discuss the importance of preparing wills and getting all of the proper paperwork in place for your loved ones. All veterans and their spouses are invited to attend.

Mac Users Club

12

Friday, October 12 1:30 p.m.

Oak Room/WDL Wally Mercer (Lakewood) welcomes back and invites all Mac Users to attend the October session. He will cover the topic of iPad Photography.

“Yappy” Hour

Explore the New Museum of Medical History at Edison State College Information Forum

13

Saturday, October 13 10:00 a.m.

Grand Cypress Room/WDL Dr. Carol Clark EdD, ARNP Nurse Practioneer and facilitator of the Shell Point Medical Center, will discuss the electronic medical records system used at Shell Point. Dr. Clark will leave time for questions and answers.

Saturday DVD: The Iron Lady (2011)

16

Tuesday, October 16 10:00 a.m.

Dog Park/WDL It is time for social hour - for your dog!

Join fellow dog owners at the Dog Park in The Woodlands for Yappy Hour. While the dogs have the chance to play around in Shell Point’s beautiful Dog Park, residents will get to visit booths with various vendors to address all of your pet-related needs!

18

Thursday, October 18 9:30 a.m. Island pickup 9:40 a.m. Woodlands pickup 9:50 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 1:30 p.m. approximate return Cost: $13 (lunch on your own) The Museum of Medical History at Edison State College opened to the public in January of 2011. It is the result of the collective efforts of Dr. Roger Scott, MD, Southwest Florida’s first board certified surgeon; and Dr. Jacob H. Goldberger, MD, a general surgeon in Fort Myers. Dr. Scott

13

Saturday, October 13 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Grand Cypress Room/WDL Award-winning actress Meryl Streep portrays Margaret Thatcher, the highly-controversial figure who became the first and only Prime Minister of England. Watch as this story follows the path of a common grocer’s daughter whose social ambition leads her into unprecedented power in a world dominated by men.

will guide the Shell Point group through the Museum and tell stories of the surgeries he performed at Shell Point in its early days.

Following the tour, the group will enjoy lunch at the new location of Starz Italian Restaurant/Pizzeria. Entrees typically run under $12.

Shell Point Life | October 2012

21

HAPPENINGS PLACES Computer Club

TO GO,

18

Thursday, October 18 1:15 p.m.

Manatee Room/IS Everyone is welcomed back for the season as Mike Peterson from Computer Medics introduces smart phones and Mike Peterson tablets. He will cover how they are both similar and different from traditional desktop and laptop computers. Are they a fad, or are they here to stay?

Oktoberfest

19

Friday, October 19 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Grand Cypress Room/WDL The Trinkets and Treasures Bazaar brings new and exciting things each year as residents stock their tables with unique items for your shopping pleasure.

Whether you are looking for something in particular or just perusing the selection, grab a friend and come explore the interesting variety offered this year.

22

TO

The Best of Everything Shopping in Bonita Springs

MEET, & THINGS

20

Saturday, October 20 9:00 a.m. Island pickup 9:10 a.m. Woodlands pickup 9:20 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 2:00 p.m. approximate return Cost: $8 (lunch on your own) The Best of Everything stores are among the most unique retail accessory stores in

18

Thursday, October 18 Dinner: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Entertainment: 4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Crystal Dining Room/IS Cost: $14.95 Pull out your lederhosen and prepare to celebrate the world’s largest festival, Oktoberfest, right here at Shell Point! Oktoberfest pays tribute to Bavarian culture and is one of Germany’s oldest and most famous traditions, dating back more than 200 years ago. Join us in the Crystal Dining Room for some delicious, authentic German fare while the Sounds of Yesteryear perform traditional German songs throughout the evening!

Trinkets and Treasures Bazaar

PEOPLE

Shell Point Life | October 2012

the world. The enthusiastic employees keep the tables brimming with a broad selection of sterling silver and fashion jewelry. The “lower than the competition” prices never fail to amaze their customers, which is one reason why Shell Point residents want to return every year. After a busy shopping morning, residents will enjoy lunch at Mel’s Diner, where a tasty and reasonably-priced meal can always be found.

Sunday Matinee: Arabesque (1966)

21

Sunday, October 21 2:30 p.m.

Grand Cypress Room/ WDL Professor Gregory Peck and Sophia Loren star in this romantic thriller about an Arab oil magnate who gets them caught in the middle of an assassination plot which ends in a classic chase scene. With music

TO

DO

background furnished by Henry Mancini, Arabesque is an unforgettable adventure.

Conner’s Steak & Seafood for your Dining Pleasure

22

Monday, October 22 4:30 p.m. Island pickup 4:40 p.m. Woodlands pickup 4:50 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 8:00 p.m. approximate return Cost: $8 (dinner on your own) Dinner at Conner’s is bound to be a treat.

Connor’s Steak & Seafood has some of the best steaks and freshest seafood in Fort Myers! Enjoy delicious appetizers, along with the finest prime steaks, chops, and fresh seafood. Their steaks and seafood are wood grilled to bring out the full flavor of the cuts.

Entrées are priced

between $11 and $30. Conner’s just might be the finest eatery in the area.

Yarn Wreath Making with Michael’s Craft Store

24

Wednesday, October 24 1:15 p.m.

Social Center/IS It is time to bring out your creative side as crafting associates from Michael’s lead a 2-hour session on making decorative yarn wreaths to adorn your home this holiday season.

With a variety of supplies to choose from, everyone will leave with their own unique and homemade wreath. Sign up is required and seats are limited.

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

2nd Annual Nifty Thrifty Fashion Show

29

Monday, October 29 10:00 a.m.

Grand Cypress Room /WDL From boutique to casual with accessories galore, residents and employees will model their Thrift Store fashion finds! Bring a donation for the Thrift Store and receive an extra chance to win fabulous door prizes.

Enjoy an early morning snack and punch while taking in the trends. This is a free event, but sign up is required. Don’t miss this fun, fashionable event and try to guess the “mystery model.”

Trinkets

Movie Night: The Spiral Staircase (1945)

Special event bus will be running

29

Monday, October 29 6:45 p.m.

Social Center/IS Follow the story of Helen, a mute servant in a Gothic mansion, as she tries to escape the fate of others like her in a sleepy New England town where a murderer is targeting disabled young women. The mistress of the house, Mrs. Warren, warns Helen to leave for her own safety, but the murderer may be closer than expected and Helen may be too late.

Walking required

Come Fly with Me Dance

Walking up and down stairs

30

Tuesday, October 30 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Grand Cypress Room/WDL Cost: $15 The popular duo, Kelly and Shelly, will be back again this year for the Come Fly with Me Dance. Enjoy a whimsical night of dancing as the music of Frank Sinatra and other favorites fill the air. Light refreshments will be provided.

& Treasures

Table Sign Up is October 1

Spring cleaning has come and gone, and many trips to the thrift store have been made. Yet, after all of this, you might still have some odds and ends lying Sign up on Monday, October 1, around that you are looking to get rid of. If this is the case, then at 8:15 a.m. There is a small fee signing up for a table at the of $5 for a table and they are Trinkets and Treasures Bazaar is limited. Sign up is required. exactly what you need!

Any Shell Point resident that would like a table to sell items at the Trinkets and Treasures Bazaar can sign up at either service desk beginning Monday, October 1, at 8:15 a.m. There is a small fee of $5 for a table. Tables are limited and sign up is required. Table locations will be determined by a lottery on Friday, October 5, at 9:15 a.m. in the Resident Activity Center on The Island. It is important to note that individuals who sign up for a table are responsible for staffing their table.

The Trinkets and Treasures Bazaar will be held on Friday, October 19, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Grand Cypress Room at The Woodlands. If you have any questions, please contact Suzanne Zavada at 239-454-2057 or suzannezavada@shellpoint.org.

Shell Point Life | October 2012

23

LARSEN PAVILION

October

Highlights KING’S CROWN Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Fri Thu Tue

1 2 3 4 5 5 8 9

Tue

9

Mon 15 Tue 16 Wed 17 Thu 18 Sat 20 Mon 22 Tue 23 Tue 25 Sun 28 Mon 29

Wed 31

24

....Shopping Trip to Wal-Mart (L)............................9:00 a.m. ....Oktoberfest Celebration (DR) ............................4-6:00 pm ....Lunch Trip to Red Lobster (L) ..........................10:30 a.m. ....October Birthdays w/ Vicki Lei (COM) ............2:30 p.m. ....World Smile Day (KC)............................................All Day ....Shell Point Card Sales (GS) ..............................11:30 a.m. ....Sing Along w/ Charlie (COM)............................2:30 p.m. ....Health Speaker Series: Jean Wilson, RN: Home Safety (COM)..........................10:15 a.m. ....Shell Point Singers Fall Concert & special guest North Star Percussion (VC) ..............7:15 p.m. ....Resident Council (COM) ....................................2:00 p.m. ....Cider & Donuts (DR) ........................................11-1:00pm ....Learn About the New Aquatic Center (COM)..............................10:15 a.m. ....New Resident Dinner (DR)..................................5:00 p.m. ....Tom Cannon, music entertainment (COM) ..........2:30 p.m. ....Best of Everything & British Open Pub Trip (L) ............................9:30 a.m. ....Fall Harvest w/ Patrick Nolen (COM)................2:00 p.m. ....Apple Harvest Dessert Buffet (DR) ......11a.m. & 6:00 p.m. ....Baked Potato Day (DR)......................................4-6:00 p.m ....Jean Packard Trio, Oldies but Goodies (COM)......2:00 p.m.

Tue ........................................................30 Evangelical School Children 5th Grade Visit (COM)..............................10:00 a.m. ....Visit by Bright Horizon (Giving Children Treats) (DR)..................11:00 a.m.

Shell Point Life | October 2012

Thu 4 ......Resident Council (3 DR)....................................10:00 a.m.

Thu 4 ......Birthday Bash (2/3 DR) ........................................2:30 p.m.

Mon 8 ......Graham Millligan, singer (3 DR) ......................10:00 a.m.

Thu 11 ....Entertainment w/ “Gerry Bee” (2 DR) ................2:30 p.m.

Fri 12 ....Horticulture Club (3 DR) ..................................10:00 a.m.

Mon 15 ....Vicki Lei Keyboard Singer (2DR) ......................10:00 a.m.

Thu 18 ....Harvest Dinner w/ Wally Maxima (1DR) ..........4:15 p.m.

Sat 20 ....Tom Cannon Piano Trivia (3 DR) ......................1:00 p.m.

Wed 24 ....Ice Cream Social (3 DR) ......................................2:30 p.m.

Thu 25 ....Crafting w/ Kathy (3 DR) ....................................2:00 p.m.

Every Mon Sing-a-long w/ Dot (2DR)............................10:00 a.m.

Every Tue Piano w/ Ruth Rodgers (3DR) ....................10:00 a.m.

Every Wed Music Social w/ Art (3DR) ........................ 10:00 a.m.

Every Wed Pet Therapy w/ Eli (3/2 DR)..................2:30/3:00 p.m.

Every Sat Pet Therapy w/ Sammie (3/2 DR)..........10/10:30 a.m.

Recurring Activities: • Catholic Communion will be held each Sunday in residents’ rooms at 10:00 a.m.

• Vespers meet on 3rd floor on Sundays at 2:45 p.m., and Mondays and Wednesdays at 3:45 p.m. on 2nd floor.

• Bible Study with Eleanor will be held on Mondays at 9:30 a.m. on 3rd floor.

• Bible Stories & Songs with Bud will meet Tuesdays at 3:00 p.m. on 3rd floor.

• Hymn Sing will take place on Saturdays at 3 p.m. on 3rd floor.

THE ARBOR Mon 1......Visit the Arbor Library w/ Joan & Margie (Library) ................................9:00 am Tue 2......Making Cards for the Troops (4CR)..................10:00 a.m.

Wed 3 ..Lunch Trip to Red Lobster (1FL) ......................10:45 a.m.

Wed 3......October Birthdays w/ Side by Side (CMR) ........3:00 p.m.

Thu 4......Oktoberfest Celebration (DR) ..........................4-6:00 p.m.

Mon 8 ......Sing Praise w/ Graham Milligan (CMR) ............1:00 p.m.

Tue 9 ......Art w/ Evelyne: Pastels (4CK)............................10:00 a.m.

Tue 2......Resident Council (CMR) ....................................2:00 p.m.

Tue 9 ......Shell Point Singers Fall Concert & special guest North Star Percussion (VC) ..............7:15 p.m.

Wed 10 ....Harpist Leslie Gregory (DR) ................................4:30 p.m.

Thu 11 ....Cider and Donuts (FPL)..................................11-1:00 p.m.

Sun 14 ....Apple Harvest Dessert Buffet (DR) ......11a.m. & 6:00 p.m.

Wed 17 ....“Experiencing” Opera (Pavarotti & Bocelli) (1SR) ......................10:00 a.m.

Thu 18 ....Brain Teasers (1FL)................................................9:00 a.m.

Mon 22 ....Trip: Best of Everything & British Open Pub (1FL) .............................. 9:45 a.m.

Tue 23 ....Songs to Remember w/ Patrick Nolan (CMR) ..................................3:00 p.m.

Tue 30 ....Food Advisory (CMR)..........................................2:15 p.m.

Wed 31 ....Visit by Bright Horizon (Giving Children Treats) (DR)..................11:30 a.m.

SUPPORT GROUPS Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting Thursdays, October 4, 11, 18, and 25 4:30 p.m.

Sabal Room/WDL Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and woman who share their experience, strength, and hope that they may solve their common problem and help others recover from alcoholism. This “open” meeting of AA welcomes anyone who thinks they may have a problem with alcohol. The loved ones who support them are also welcome. For more information, call 275-5111.

Cancer Support Program 1-on-1 mentoring The goal of this resident-led program is to establish group mentoring connections between newly diagnosed cancer patients and cancer survivors. Contact Barbara Maruchi (Lakewood) at 433–9488

Cancer Support Group Wednesday, October 3 1:30 p.m.

Osprey Room/ IS Ladies and gentlemen are all encouraged to attend the resident-led Cancer Support Group. The intent is for a meaningful and uplifting session. Contact Barbara Maruchi (Lakewood) at 433-9488, or Don Wilson (Turban) at 466-3953.

Diabetes Group Appointment

Neuropathy Support Group

Friday, October 5 1:00 p.m.

Social Center/IS Both insulin and non-insulin diabetics are encouraged to attend this meeting. Each monthly meeting covers a different topic and includes open discussion.

Wednesday, October 24 11:00 a.m.

Oak Room/WDL The group provides support and education.

Contact Lenny Wodarczyk (Parkwood) at 443-4769 and Mel Bleiberg (Eagles Preserve) at 693-3016.

Healing Journey Grief Support Wednesdays, October 17, 24, and 31 2:15 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Village Church/Chapel Healing Journey is a series of sessions which examine the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual effects of grief. Dotty Morrison (Cellana) and Judy Mayer (Junonia) will lead the series that runs October 17 through December 5. October 24 is the last date to sign up for the series. Please call Dotty at 337-4015 to make an appointment.

Memory Therapy Group Caregiver Support Group Therapy Tuesdays, October 2 and 16 9:15 a.m. or 10:30 a.m.

2nd Floor Educational Room #2 Pavilion Rehabilitation Building/IS This therapeutic group is aimed at helping residents deal with issues of being a caregiver for someone with a memory disorder.

The resident with a memory disorder may be cared for in independent living, assisted living, or skilled nursing. Dr. Nancy Spencer facilitates the group and can be reached at 454-2043. Sign up is required.

Tuesdays, October 2 and 16 9:15 a.m. or 10:30 a.m.

2nd Floor Education Room #1 Pavilion Rehabilitation Building/IS The objectives of the Memory Therapy Group are to provide information on memory loss and changes, identify strategies and external memory aids that would help one manage better, address long-range planning, and offer an opportunity for support and socialization. Kathy Fratrick, L.C.S.W. facilitates the group and can be reached at 4542073. Sign up is required.

Parkinson’s Support Group Monday, October 1 10:15 a.m.

Village Church Hospitality Room/IS This group provides support to Parkinson’s patients, as well as their family and friends.

The Vision Enrichment Group Tuesday, October 9 10:15 a.m.

Social Center/IS This group is a place to network and to share stories and information. Florence Putnam (Eagles Preserve) is the chairperson. For more information, contact Angie Prichard at 454-2134 or Sandee Weber at 225-2929

Walk With Me Caregiver Support Group Thursday, October 25 Coffee and dessert 1:30 p.m.

Meeting at 1:45 p.m.

Village Church Hospitality Room/IS Share your caregiver experiences with friends. Each meeting offers the opportunity to embrace spiritual support and renew inner strength. Contact Joyce Seckinger (Lucina) at 466-1354 for more information.

Shell Point Life | October 2012

25

Show Your Appreciation

BY JAMES WHITTON (OAKMONT)

Two, Four, Six, Eight, Who Do We Appreciate?

The nearly 1,000 employees of Shell Point Retirement Community! Because of Shell Point’s “no tipping” policy, we must show our appreciation throughout the year with smiles, handshakes, and kind messages of “thanks.”

Karen Anderson, assistant vice president of Human Resources, explained, “The no tipping policy is in place to ensure that all residents receive the same level of great service. So, we simply all abide by those rules. The exception of course, are servers because tipping is a common practice in the dining industry.”

In addition to those employees who work “front and center,” employees who work behind the scenes are equally as deserving as those with whom we interface frequently. We are delighted when a maintenance person shows up to fix something, but that person would not be there without an operator at “One Call Does It All” getting the ball rolling. How about the engineers at the Chiller Plant? I’ve never met or even seen one, yet I hate to think what my home would feel like without the air conditioning they send my way.

The only way we are able to express our appreciation to employees in a tangible way is by contributing to the Employee Christmas Fund, which offers residents an opportunity to provide a monetary gift to employees. All donations are collected by Shell Point’s finance office throughout the year and then distributed among staff members based upon number of hours worked during the year.

Some residents have already contributed to the Employee Christmas Fund. In fact, some contribute a small amount on a monthly basis. If you are ready to show your appreciation to Shell Point employees by making your contribution, either in a lump sum or as a monthly offering, simply contact the finance office at 454-2170. There’s no time like the present!

If you have any questions about the Employee Christmas Fund, please contact any of the Employee Christmas Fund committee members: Paul Peterson (Rosemont), James Whitton (Oakmont), Renee Maxwell (Harbor Court), Eleanor Perkins (Parkwood), or Gerayne Tomkinson (Eagles Preserve).

More than 900 employees work at Shell Point in numerous departments throughout the community. While some employees are visible on a daily basis, and others work behind the scenes, they all share one common mission – to care for, serve, and satisfy the residents of Shell Point.

The ReTuRn of CanaSTa The Canasta group will resume Friday play with their first game of the season on Friday, October 5, at 10 a.m. in the Game Room at The Woodlands. Canasta is traditionally played with two 52-card decks plus four jokers. The game has 26

Shell Point Life | October 2012

some new rules which can be adapted easily. So whether you have played before or are completely new to the game, all are welcome to join in the fun! For more information, contact Dorothy Zablotsky (Oakmont) at 482-1156.

The Holiday Season is Almost Here MARK YOUR

CALENDARS NOW

Shop For The Holiday Season at the Holiday Craft Bazaar The Shell Point Crafters Group will hold their annual Shell Point Holiday Craft Bazaar on Friday and Saturday, November 2 and 3, from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. in the Woodlands Commons. Barbara Hilton (Lakewood), chairperson of the craft show, is pleased to welcome residents to view and purchase a variety of crafts, art, and jewelry created by the many talented artists of Shell Point.

More than 50 craft booths will be set up on the first and second floors of The Woodlands Commons, and will feature a large assortment of quality items for sale. All of the items are handmade, including handbags, wood sculptures, pottery, toys, books, paintings, jewelry, cards, and more. Holiday items, home decorations, children’s clothes, and candy will also be sold during the event.

“The annual Holiday Craft Bazaar has become a very popular event and keeps getting bigger every year,” said Barbara. “We are excited to offer great items for purchase that you won’t find in a department store, and the prices can’t be beat. The resident artists at Shell Point put so much effort, work, and care into the creation of each item, and that makes it even more unique.”

Nov 2-3

Christmas Cantata What happens after the gifts have been opened on Christmas morning?

What do you do once phone calls have been made and received and the special meals have been consumed? If you’re at Shell Point on Christmas Day, you enjoy the tradition of attending the annual Shell Point Christmas Cantata!

For the past sixteen years, a new Christmas Cantata has been presented in the Resident Activity Center on Christmas Day. This year, number seventeen will be given by residents, along with families and friends, who enthusiastically participate. They are our singers and instrumentalists who endeavor to make Christmas special.

The family members join in to complete our Christmas gathering as they are here to enjoy the day with their own.

Gift Shop Dthone’tFMunis! s Extravaganza The holiday season at Shell Point gets off to a festive start with the Gift Shop Extravaganza!

The event will be held on Thursday, November 29, when Christmas shopping is at its peak. The festivities will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., with many beautiful, new items on display in the Shell Point Gift Shop on The Island.

Next door in the Social Center, creative residents will demonstrate how they do their work, and Shell Point authors will be on hand to sign books purchased that day. Do not miss this chance to talk directly with resident friends who write the books and make the Gift Shop’s wood specialties, ceramic pieces, monogrammed towels, quilts, and so much more.

Free Gift Wrapping — In addition, lemonade and cookies will be served and the Gift Shop elves will be in the Social Center to gift wrap purchased items.

New this Year — Drawings for donated prizes will take place every hour during the Gift Shop Extravaganza at 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m., and 2 p.m.

Nov 29

Singers, Instrumentalists Wanted

The 2012 Christmas Cantata, A Time for Joy, has been composed by Ruth Rodgers under the direction of Ted Rodgers, both of Palm Acres. While the Cantata may not exceed an hour in length, it is in the making all year long.

Throughout the year, both Ted and Ruth are asked the question, “How is the Cantata coming along?”

They say that the enthusiasm that accompanies this question makes it all worthwhile.

It is estimated that between 50 and 60 participants will join in this year’s Christmas

Cantata. Come join in the fun if you like to sing or play an instrument. There is always room for one more!

Dec 25

Oct 11

2012 Cantata

This wonderful Shell Point friends and family event will be held on Sunday, December 25 at 4 p.m. at the Resident Activity Center. Refreshments will be supplied by Shell Point to add to the time of fellowship after the Cantata.

If you would like to participate in this year’s program, call Ruth or Ted Rodgers at 466-5353. Rehearsals will begin on Thursday, October 11, at 2:30 p.m. in the Choir Rehearsal Room of The Village Church.

Rehearsals will continue each Thursday, except Thanksgiving Day.

Shell Point Life | October 2012

27

Hop on the Bus Let Shell Point Do the Driving to the Southwest Florida Symphony & Community Concert Series

BY DIANNE MORTON,

T R A N S P O R TAT I O N A ND R E S O U R C E S E R V I C E S M A N A G E R

Any residents attending the Southwest Florida Symphony and Community Concert Series at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall are welcome to sign up for transportation provided by Shell Point. Please note, this is sign up for transportation only. You must purchase concert tickets on your own by calling either 4181500 for the Symphony Pops Series and Classical Series, or 939-3236 for the

Community Concert Series. To sign up for Shell Point’s transportation service, call either service desk at 454-2282 or 454-2054.

Bus passes will be issued in the fall.

Please consider the following prior to signing up for transportation: • Walking is involved from the bus to the building.

• There are stairs or an elevator for access to seats located on the upper levels.

Symphony

Symphony

Pops Series

Classical Series

Community Concert Series

Transportation Cost: $21

Transportation Cost: $35

Transportation Cost: $35

Saturday, January 12, 2013 Saturday, February 2, 2013 Saturday, March 23, 2013

Saturday, November 17, 2012 Saturday, January 26, 2013 Saturday, February 9, 2013 Saturday, March 9, 2013 Saturday, April 6, 2013

Thursday, January 24, 2013 Monday, January 28, 2013 Sunday, February 17, 2013 Monday, February 25, 2013 Sunday, March 3, 2013

Start time: 8:00 p.m.

Start time: 7:30 p.m.

Start time: 8:00 p.m.

Enjoy the Fun and Excitement of an African Safari without Leaving Florida!

Babcock Ranch in Punta Gorda offers an opportunity to come face to face with wildlife in an old Florida setting. The Shell Point Photo Club will be taking a trip to Babcock Ranch in December to experience a specialty tour that the ranch offers only for photographers. The group will be accompanied by a naturalist and expert photographer who will help identify wildlife.

The buggy will stop to allow participants to get out and take a closer look at the flora and fauna for unique photo opportunities. The tour will be two and a half hours long, and will start early in the morning. Friends and family are welcome.

To sign up for this photo safari, please contact Les Davidson (Eagles Preserve) at 437-1715. Register today, as there are only 40 seats available for this exciting excursion. The sign-up deadline is October 31.

28

• The Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall does not provide wheelchairs.

Shell Point Life | October 2012

Photo Club

Safari Where: Babcock Wilderness Adventures in Punta Gorda

When: Saturday, December 1 Time: Depart Shell Point at 6:30 a.m. via car pool. Return before noon.

Sign up: Contact Les Davidson at 4371715. Seating is limited.

Cost: $5 deposit to Shell Point Photo Club c/o Les Davidson and $35 paid to Babcock on the morning of the safari.

TOTAL $40 plus $2.45 tax per person

It is Amazing What We Can Accomplish When We Join Forces B

Y

J

E R R Y

N

(E

A N F E L T

For millions of Americans, October means its World Series time! Even those of us who are only minimally interested in our “national pastime” will probably watch a few innings of the 2012 version of America’s annual extravaganza.

In 1885, the people of Chicago were excited about another “world series” event – the World Series of Mule Competition. In this event the winning mule team managed to pull a total of 9,000 pounds. As things were winding down, someone suggested that the two most powerful mule teams be harnessed together to test their combined pulling capacity. Pulling as individual teams the two had pulled a total of 17,000 pounds. But, when working together as one team, the spectators were astounded to find that the mules were able to pull a total of 30,000 pounds!

Let’s Join Forces

It is amazing what we can accomplish when we join forces. In your mailbox you are going to find a special invitation to become a participant in an amazing, yearly

A G L E S

P

R E S E R V E

), L

A R S E N

PAV

I L I O N

LARSEN PAVILION

AUXILIARY

A U X I L I A R Y

P R E S I D E N T

Your gifts allow so much to be achieved. I invite you to refer to your special invitation to see all that was accomplished in 2011!

Bakeless

Bake

Sale The Pavilion Auxiliary’s annual fundraiser, the Bakeless Bake Sale, will be held from October 1 to 15. The campaign offers Shell Point residents a chance to show their support and help improve the lives of residents and staff at the Pavilion.

Help Us Meet Our Goal

The Pavilion Auxiliary wants to see much more accomplished in 2012, so we ask each resident to accept our invitation to participate in this year’s Bakeless Bake Sale event. Our goal is $30,000! Few of us have the capacity to contribute such a large sum.

But, if we pull together as a team, there is no question that we can reach our goal.

Where to Send Contributions

event right here at Shell Point. Sponsored by the Larsen Pavilion Auxiliary, the Bakeless Bake Sale is held from October 1 to October 15! Your gifts to the Bakeless Bake Sale will support the work of the Auxiliary.

The Auxiliary exists to serve, with the administration and staff, our friends and neighbors who are currently residing in the Pavilion. I know you don’t want to miss being a part of this special and rewarding event!

You may make your Bakeless Bakesale contribution at any time during the campaign. Simply put your gift in the return envelope and drop it in internal mail, or place it in the special Bakeless Bake Sale boxes located at either Service Desk, or at the Pavilion Reception Desk. The members of the Auxiliary, and the residents they serve, will be grateful for your help. If you have any questions, contact Jerry Nanfelt at 433-3858 or nanfeltcj@aol.com.

A Sweet Opportunity Support the Auxiliary by Contributing to the Bakeless Bake Sale B

Y

S

H E R R Y

B

R O W N

,

D I R E C T O R

Shell Point and the Larsen Pavilion are blessed with an enthusiastic group of Auxiliary volunteers who don’t know the word “can’t!” They are always there to offer countless hours of dedicated efforts, warm smiles, and caring hearts.

The goal of the Pavilion Auxiliary is to enhance the lives of Pavilion residents and staff – and they do so in amazing ways! The Auxiliary provides the largest block of resident volunteer services throughout the Shell Point community. This year, more than 250 volunteers have provided help and support each day for our residents and staff to enhance the quality of life for Larsen Pavilion residents!

Throughout 2012, the members of the

O F

L O N G

-

T E R M

C A R E

Pavilion Auxiliary have worked diligently to provide thousands of hours of service.

Furthermore, the Auxiliary has continued to restructure programs to enhance the lives of all who live and work in the Pavilion. Several staff members have received funding for specialized healthcare or nursing education from the Auxiliary as a result of the Tuition Reimbursement Program.

The Auxiliary also funds equipment and furniture as requested to support programs inside the Larsen Pavilion. One example this year will be the addition of new artwork in the Rehab Center. They also are funding a plan to provide music in various resident areas that will support the “universal language” so enjoyed and appreciated by the res-

idents.

All of these examples, and more, have been made possible by the funds generated through the annual Bakeless Bake Sale.

Please embrace your opportunity to help the Auxiliary achieve their goals by contributing to the Bakeless Bake Sale from October 1 through 15.

It is a true privilege to work with the Pavilion Auxiliary and to receive their support. As we continue to face economic challenges, the funds received through the Bakeless Bake Sale have helped us carry out our mission of caring for, serving, and satisfying. The residents and staff of the Larsen Pavilion will most assuredly benefit from each and every gift.

Shell Point Life | October 2012

29

LEADERS CONTINUE LEARNING Local Healthcare Professionals Convene at Shell Point for Annual Conference B

Y

R

O C H E L L E

C

H E R N I AW S K I

On Friday, August 24, more than 125 healthcare professionals from Lee Memorial Health System attended a Palliative Care Conference in the Grand Cypress Room of The Woodlands at Shell Point.

Event organizer Karen Washburn, director of Q-Life Palliative Care for Lee Memorial Health System, said, “This is the second year we’ve offered this event to educate healthcare providers from the Lee County community about palliative care.”

Jim Nathan, president and CEO of Lee Memorial Health System, provided his perspective on the current and future trends in healthcare and the role of palliative care. He said, “The need to understand how to care for someone and make them

patient and loved ones sense a presence of love as they are cared for when they are no longer able to enjoy independence.”

In the morning and afternoon, attendees had the opportunity to take tours of Shell Point’s Island and Woodlands neighborhoods. Following the conference, all were invited to tour the Larsen Pavilion skilled nursing facility.

Left: Dr. Roger Hirchak, VP of medical services, and Jim Nathan, president and CEO of LMHS. Below: Donna Cook, The Springs RN manager, and Adrianne Gerard, Shell Point healthcare marketing specialist, Christine McCulloch, RN, and Catherine Reid, RN.

“

The need to understand how to care for someone and make them as comfortable as possible while supporting families is vital to Jim Nathan, president and CEO of Lee our community.

”

as comfortable as possible while supporting families is vital to our community. This conference provides an opportunity for some of the best and brightest to share their learnings with others.”

The conference covered topics such as: the arts in healthcare, the values of spiritual intervention, veterans and post traumatic stress disorder, a day in the life of a palliative care team, and more.

Dr. Roger Hirchak, vice president of medical services at Shell Point, shared his passion for Hospice and palliative care. He mentioned the importance of treating the body, mind, and spirit with all patients, and especially with Hospice patients, receiving palliative medical services. “Our team approach at Shell Point is to help the

30

Shell Point Life | October 2012

Memorial Health System.

Dr. Kenneth Brummel-Smith, professor at Florida State University College of Medicine, and Karen Washburn, director of Q-Life Palliative Care for Lee Memorial Health System.

Teri Jorgensen, ARNP, Jackie Wendorf, social worker, and Trilla Barr, MSW.

a Ripple of news about Shell Point’s new aquatic Center B

Y

T

I M O T H Y

S

T E P H E N S O N

At the Resident Quarterly Meeting on September 7, President Peter Dys shared the vision for a new Aquatic Center at Shell Point. The Aquatic Center will replace The Island Health Club pool and the main island pool that have served the community for many years. During his discussion of the topic, Mr. Dys shared some beautiful illustrations of what we believe the new Aquatic Center will look like. He also discussed the importance resident input has had in the development of the vision for the Aquatic Center.

This announcement came on the heels of a Residents’ Council meeting, during which members considered the need for a fundraising effort to raise the project from a simple replacement of the existing pools at a cost of $1,000,000 to a transformation of the pools to a new Shell Point Aquatic Center at a cost of $1,833,000. A fund drive to raise the $833,000 needed to fulfill residents’ vision for this wonderful addition to the Shell Point community was approved by the Residents’ Council.

In order to allow the Bakeless Bake Sale to take priority in the minds of Shell Point residents, informational Splash! meetings to discuss the details for the Aquatic Center

Dive In! aquatic Center small group meetings Watch your mailbox for your court’s invitation to a special Splash! party.

,

E X E C U T I V E

D I R E C T O R

O F

T H E

L

E G A C Y

F

O U N D AT I O N

a rendering of Shell Point’s new aquatic Center shows plans for the expanded space and offers a visual representation of the design that is both functional and beautiful.

will be shared following the closure of the Bakeless Bake Sale on October 15.

We will have a great deal of information to share during each court’s Splash! meeting. Please join us, as it is important that everyone understands

how this opportunity will enhance the Shell Point experience. If you can’t make the recommended date, please come at another time that is convenient for you.

All gifts to the Splash! initiative will be receipted as tax deductible contributions to Shell Point.

Date

Court

Location

Time

October 17

Kings Crown Coquina, Periwinkle, & Royal Bonnet Nautilus, Macoma, Tellidora, & Palm Acres

Community Room/KC Social Center Social Center

10:15 a.m.

1:15 p.m.

3:15 p.m.

October 19

Arbor & Springs

Community Room/Arbor

10:00 a.m.

October 22

Lucina & Turban Junonia, Cellana, & Sand Dollar Harbor Court, Sundial, & Cameo

Social Center Social Center Social Center

10:00 a.m.

1:15 p.m.

3:15 p.m.

November 5

Oakmont & Lakewood Rosemont & Parkwood

Grand Cypress Room Grand Cypress Room

9:00 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

November 7

Eagles Preserve Make-up Session (If you missed yours)

Grand Cypress Room Grand Cypress Room

9:00 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

Shell Point Life | October 2012

31

Our Neighbors from Nyack Many Shell Point Residents Share a History with this C&MA Alma Mater B Y

B

O B

D

I C K S O N

By Lynn Schneider and Bob Dickson

T

here are well over 2,000 residents today at Shell Point and these individuals come from all walks of life with diverse backgrounds, interests, and personal life experiences. Yet, in spite of this diversity, residents will often discover a common connection they share that ties their lives together in a unique and meaningful way.

32

Shell Point Life | October 2012

Such is the case with nearly 60 residents currently living at Shell Point who attended Nyack College and Alliance Theological Seminary, educational institutions established by The Christian and Missionary Alliance (C&MA). Many of these individuals, who have lived and served around the globe, later discovered Shell Point, which was

founded by the C&MA in 1968.

Because of this relationship with the C&MA, many Nyack-trained ministers, missionaries, and Christian workers decided to move to the community following retirement. In fact, throughout the past 44 years of Shell Point’s history, there have been hundreds with a connection to Nyack College. continued next page

Nyack Grads at Shell Point

The Early Days Nyack College’s founder is widely recognized as one of the foremost figures in the American missionary movement. Dr. A.B. Simpson, the founder of The Christian and Missionary Alliance, established the Missionary Training College for Home and Foreign Missionaries and Evangelists in 1882 in New York City. October 1 of that same year, the school began its academic year with more than forty students.

When Simpson founded the school, he wanted to train Christian men and women to reach the world with the gospel. It was the beginning of something big. In 1884, five graduates out of the first graduating class sailed as pioneer missionaries to Africa and began a ministry in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Similarly, in 1888, a ministry in China was started.

By 1890, the school had settled at 690 Eighth Avenue in the Gospel Tabernacle, a building specifically constructed for its work.

In 1892, Ellis Island opened in New York to receive immigrants. Simpson’s passion for reaching the masses was contagious, and scores of like-minded churches began to unify behind his commitment to the Great

1894-1895 Nyack class photo

Bob and Eunice Brewer (Turban)

Dr. Albert Benjamin Simpson, the founder of The Christian and Missionary Alliance, established the Missionary Training College for Home and Foreign Missionaries and Evangelists in 1882 in New York City.

Commission. In 1897, an affiliation of churches and missionary societies merged and officially named itself The Christian and Missionary Alliance, with A.B. Simpson as its first president. continued next page

For years, Bob and Eunice Brewer (Turban) were known as Mr. and Mrs. “B” by the students at Nyack College. Bob graduated in 1942, and gained experience as a pastor before joining the staff to teach Christian Education from 1957 through 1987. He also served as the officer of admissions and thoroughly enjoyed working as a mentor to the young students.

Eunice still enjoys keeping up with Nyack news, and the couple still receive packages every couple of weeks from Nyack College containing stamps for the Shell Point Stamp Ministry.

Neal and Carol Clarke (Coquina) There is something unique about Nyack graduates Neal and Carol Clarke – the couple are actually newlyweds! Neal and Carol got married less than a year ago, but they knew each other when they attended Nyack College back in the mid-1950s.

When Carol was growing up, her father was a pastor in a C&MA church. Periodically Nyack students visited the church to talk about the school. This made an impression on Carol.

When it was time to go to college, Carol chose Nyack and pursued a degree in Education.

Meanwhile, Neal lived near the Nyack campus and although he originally set his sights on going to school a bit further from home, Nyack offered a sensible alternative. Neal studied Theology at Nyack and following graduation in 1957, he attended seminary, and then served in pastorates throughout the New England area. In 1989, Neal was asked to serve as the District Superintendent of The C&MA for New England, which he did for nine years.

Neal moved to Shell Point in 2005. He and Carol became reacquainted following the deaths of their spouses and decided to get married last year. The couple enjoys their home on The Island at Shell Point and compare memories from their days at Nyack.

Janet Howard (Eagles Preserve) At 13, Janet Howard’s family moved to Nyack, where she attended Nyack High School. Janet’s father was a pastor, and missionaries often visited their church.

“During my senior year, I told my guidance counselor that God would show me what He planned for my life. One night during my Scripture reading, the words of John 15:16 seemed to jump off the page. ‘I have chosen you and called you to go…’ I knew that God wanted me to be a missionary.”

When Janet shared her conviction with her parents they hugged her and told her that before she was conceived, they had pledged her to God to be a missionary. They never told her because they wanted her to discover God’s plan on her own.

This led her to Nyack College where she met her first husband Bill Kuhns. Following graduation, the couple married and God soon placed them in the jungles of Borneo Island in Indonesia where they served for 40 years.

“There were no facilities there, but fortunately Bill was able to build everything we needed, said Janet. “One of our homes was a bark house!”

Maurine Berkner (Sand Dollar) Maurine Berkner’s late husband, Andy, attended Nyack in 1942. “My husband was raised Catholic but accepted Christ at a revival in Pittsburgh. Then the Lord called him into ministry and he enrolled at Nyack,” said Maurine.

Andy only knew about Catholicism, so he assumed Nyack would be like a monastery. “He was so surprised!” Maurine exclaimed.

“How could those guys be roughhousing on a Christian college campus? One night there were guys wrestling in the hall, and Andy started praying for them in his room - until the guys crashed through his door and knocked him over! Of course they were just letting off steam. He eventually learned there were better things to pray for,” Maurine laughed.

She said, “While he was at Nyack, one of his best friends wanted to match him up, but he never felt comfortable because he felt he would offend the girls if he didn’t want to call them back. So, he served as a bachelor pastor for nine years, until he met me! The days of miracles have not passed!”

Missionary Training Institute, Nyack-on-the-Hudson, N.Y. 1908

NYACK COLLEGE Continued from page 33

The Move to Nyack That same year, after purchasing 28 acres on a picturesque hillside, Simpson moved the school, then known as The Missionary Training Institute (MTI), from New York City to the nearby village of South Nyack, New York. Today the more than 80-acre Nyack, New York, residential campus, which overlooks the Hudson River and the Tappan Zee Bridge, is just 25 miles north of Times Square.

During the early 1900s, nine million people immigrated to the United States.

Not only was the U.S. expanding, but so was the Missionary Training Institute, as hundreds of students followed God’s calling.

In 1933, during the celebration of its 50th anniversary, it was conservatively estimated that more than 2,500 students had attended the school.

America experienced a surge of evangelism in the 1930s and enrollment increased rapidly throughout the next several decades.

However, in 1942, China, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Vietnam closed their borders to missions work and 35 C&MA men, 42 women, and 44 children were placed in internment camps. But the C&MA missionary effort held steady during the war – of 476 missionaries, 252 remained overseas.

In 1946, the C&MA General Council reported that 10 missionaries and one child died in captivity during World War II. These challenges only served to inspire and invigorate those who were determined to serve, and enrollment at Nyack continued.

In the 1950s, as Americans returned to peacetime activities, numerous C&MA churches in Vietnam were destroyed and Christians executed; however, the C&MA remained undaunted in its mission and began ministry in other areas of the world.

In 1972, The Missionary Training Institute was renamed Nyack College. Two years later, the National Offices of the C&MA relocated from New York City to Nyack, New York, and the C&MA was officially declared a denomination.

The 1980s were a significant decade for the C&MA, as it celebrated its centennial with the publication of the history, All for Jesus, and in 1989, the C&MA national office moved to Colorado Springs.

Left: 1950s students Below: Missionary College sign

Nyack Today The notion of past as prelude seems to fit the rich history of Nyack College. Under the leadership of President Dr. Michael G. Scales, and firmly planted on the shoulders of its founder, Nyack is charging into the future with a new momentum and God is at work in a mighty way.

Today Nyack College and Alliance Theological Seminary serves more than 3,300 students on campuses in Nyack, New York; New York City; and at the seminary

Dr. Washington and science class

extension site in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

More than 28,000 alumni are serving in over 80 nations around the globe.

Fully accredited degree programs, including full online degree programs, are offered in more than 50 majors. Programs added in the past few years include undergraduate degrees in nursing, criminal justice, and biology. The first of three doctoral degrees required for university status, the Doctor of Ministry, was launched last year. continued next page

Jim & Ruth Riccitelli (Cellana) Jim and Ruth Riccitelli enjoy fond memories of their years attending Nyack, particularly the sights and sounds of life on campus.

“I was at Nyack from 1941 to 1944,” said Ruth. “In those days, men and women ate in separate dining rooms. In fact, during exercise times, men walked in one direction, and women walked in another!”

“Nyack College is built on a series of hills,” shared Jim. “When I was there, Wilson Hall (the dorm for men) was on the lowest level. So every morning we had to hike up steps after steps, just to get up to Simpson Hall for breakfast.

“All the buildings were old, and made out of wood,” continued Jim. “The only stone building was Berachah Hall, which A.B. Simpson originally built as a health retreat. When I was there, it was the music building. It was the most stable building on campus, because it was the only one built out of stone.”

Ruth and Jim enjoyed taking the ferry across the Hudson River for trips into New York City.

Today, Ruth and Jim enjoy living at Shell Point, and visiting with their fellow alums.

Mildred Dotter (Turban) Mildred Dotter knew at the age of 14 that she wanted to be a missionary, so following high school she enrolled at Nyack College. Mildred graduated from Nyack in 1947 with a major in Christian Education and a minor in Missions.

In 1952, she went as a missionary to the Philippines where she served as a secretary and bookkeeper for 11 years. While in the Philippines she started a radio show, which was a one-hour live broadcast every Sunday afternoon. She has fond memories of working with 100 teenagers every Friday night – they played Bible games, she taught Bible lessons, and youth group activities included walking down to the nearby wharf and singing hymns.

Mildred visits Nyack College a couple of times per year and made a donation for a gazebo on the Nyack campus, which was dedicated in 2011.

Shell Point Life | October 2012

35

Dick & Beulah Johnston (Turban) Both Dick and Beulah grew up with missionary parents, which greatly impacted their lives. Dick served in Ecuador and Beulah ministered in what are now Israel and Jordan. With “missionary DNA,” it was natural that the two would desire to pursue missionary work when they became adults.

Dick and Beulah met in college at Nyack. After linguistic training at The Summer Institute of Linguistics, they sailed for Thailand in 1953. After two years learning Thai, the national language, they moved to the “boondocks” to work with the Kui Tribe, to learn their language and reduce it to writing. Dick trekked the rice paddy embankments evangelizing and planting churches, while Beulah spent the next 38 years reducing the language to writing, and doing the translation of the New Testament and a shortened compilation of the Old Testament.” The couple completed their service in Thailand in 1993.

Randy Woods (The Village Church) Randy Woods, minister of music and worship at The Village Church, is a 1983 graduate of Nyack College; however, Randy almost didn’t get the opportunity to attend Nyack. “I wanted to enroll in a music program specifically dealing with church music,” said Randy. “I never wanted to be a performer; I wanted to serve in a music ministry.”

“After high school, I applied to Nyack and they invited me to come to the school for an audition. My mother and I traveled by train from Pennsylvania and I played the piano as part of my audition. However, I had never actually had piano lessons and had learned to play by ear.

The professor in charge of the program, Paul Liljestrand, was very kind and graciously took me aside to tell me that my playing was not up to the level expected of Nyack music students, but that I would be accepted on probation for one semester with the understanding that in that time, it was expected that my performance would need to improve dramatically.”

“I took my first formal piano lessons that semester and practiced night and day so I could stay in the program,” he said. “I am so thankful he gave me the opportunity to join the program and interestingly, out of my graduating class, I am the only one who is still serving in a church music ministry.”

NYACK COLLEGE Continued from page 35

The Return to New York Perhaps the most visible sign of Nyack’s divine favor is what’s going on in New York City.

It began in 1997, when the college returned to its roots by opening a downtown campus, the Nyack College Manhattan Center, on several rented floors in a building on Broadway in lower Manhattan. The idea was to make a Nyack education available to New York City’s diverse population – men and women who lived and worked in the city, for whom a commute to the village of Nyack wasn’t possible.

“Dr. Simpson founded the school to reach the world,” said Scales. “Today, Nyack’s 12th president, Dr. Michael Scales the world comes to New York City. It days on Nyack’s campuses and in its boardwas time for Nyack to come home.”

New York City welcomed back Nyack’s rooms. There is a sense that God is doing New York City campus enthusiastically in something special through the school … a the late 90s, and the population of some sense that people are witnessing the next 100 commuter students ballooned to more great chapter in a story that began 130 years ago. than 1,300 by 2010.

And so began what Nyack leaders “Sometimes God moves so rapidly that all you can do is try to keep up,” Scales said. called The Miracle in Manhattan – an all“The campus is meeting a genuine need for out search for a suitable building the school a Christian school in the city, and the stu- could afford in a place it could call home.

“This was a massive endeavor,” Scales dents just keep coming. We are where God said. “You wouldn’t believe how many peowants us.”

That’s a sentiment often heard these ple were praying for this. Nyack College has friends and graduates all over the world, so Dr. Scales and a group of Nyack students the prayers literally never ceased.”

Alexander & Ruth McNally (Periwinkle)

In truth, God was at work long before the searching and the praying began. New York City began building the Freedom Tower (One World Trade Center) in 2006, and in an effort to raise capital for the project, Mayor Michael Bloomberg committed to move several municipal offices to the new building. This created vacancies in buildings in Battery Park. One of these buildings will soon serve as Nyack’s new Manhattan home.

The Battery Park building, located in the heart of the city’s financial district, will provide 167,000 square feet of custom classroom space, more than twice the space available in the midtown building – all at a steeply discounted price that will allow Nyack College to pay the same price per square foot in 30 years as it is paying for the building on Broadway today.

“I spent 40 years in real estate and I’ve never seen an opportunity like this,” said Dr. Ron Eastman, chairman of Nyack College’s Board of Trustees. “God is going to bless this. I just wish I were younger so I could see it all. I wish I were 35, not 75!”

Scales, who serves alongside Eastman as a member of Shell Point’s Board of Directors, shares his enthusiasm about Nyack’s new home. “We never imagined such a provision,” he said. “God opened this door, and we are praising Him as we walk through it.”

At last year’s homecoming festivities, Scales shared a testimony of God’s provision. While speaking to a group of alumni, he explained how earlier that week, as he

was leaving a campus chapel service, a friend of the college approached him with an amazing offer.

“He stopped me in the lobby and said, ‘I understand you’re raising funds to make the move to the new campus. Well, I want to give the college a million dollars to help.’

I went to my knees right there in the lobby.”

Scales said. “I am overwhelmed by what God is doing in our midst. This is truly a miracle in Manhattan.”

The Dream for a University God is also steering the college into new territory in the realm of academia. It began with Scales’ 2006 inaugural address, when he made the following proclamation.

“It is time for Nyack to fulfill all of A.B. Simpson’s vision. By 2015, we must provide the breadth and depth of a university.”

The biggest challenge to attaining university status is obtaining state approval for three doctoral programs in Psychology, Ancient Judaism, and Christian Origins – no small feat in New York. But academic excellence has always been a hallmark of Nyack College – its healthy list of regional and national accreditations attests to that.

But it was going to take effort.

Last year, Nyack received New York State Board of Regents approval of its doctor of ministry program. The remaining two doctoral programs – in psychology and New Testament studies – respectively, are already taking shape. continued next page

This Canadian couple has fond memories of Nyack College. They got married during college and lived on campus in the married couples’ quarters, making friends with other couples. Ruth worked as a secretary while Alexander studied for a degree in Theology. When he graduated in 1959, they returned to Canada and served in church ministry.

“We loved Nyack,” said Alexander, “it was a great area to live in.

The campus offered a dramatic view of the Hudson River and, if you could afford it, New York City was just a short ride away.”

“Nyack was a very intimate campus at that time so you had an opportunity to really get to know your professors. They were very qualified and many were experienced in the mission field or ministry.”

Alexander and Ruth have been back to the college several times through the years just to stroll the campus, catch up with old friends, and enjoy reliving the memories of their time there.

Gordon Cathey (Lucina) Gordon Cathey graduated with a BA in History & Bible from Bob Jones University in 1948, but felt God’s call to the mission field. “I knew Nyack offered a missions training program that was top notch.”

He transferred to Nyack and finished the three-year program in one year, since many of his credits applied.

His professor, Herbert McKeel, made a significant impact on his life as a mentor and helped him flesh out his calling. Gordon wanted to be a missionary to China, but had to serve two years in a home church before being qualified to go. It was during this two-year period that he felt convicted that God was calling him to be a pastor and not a missionary. He did pastoral work in China as well as Vietnam, and then returned home to work on his master’s degree and eventually a doctorate.

Prior to becoming a resident, at Shell PointGordon served as Chairman of the Board at Shell Point for many years. He continues to be involved in a Chinese church in Naples, periodically preaching there (in English). He also enjoys a leadership role at The Village Church.

Shell Point Life | October 2012

37

Dr. Peter Dys, president Dr. Peter Dys, president and CEO of Shell Point Retirement Community, joined the family of Nyack College alumni in 2007, when he received the Doctor of Letters from Nyack's College of Arts and Sciences.

In addition, he was inducted into the President's Hall of Distinction, whose honorees include such luminaries as Steve Forbes, CEO and editor-in-chief of Forbes Media; Gloria Gaither, Grammy and Dove Award-winning Christian songwriter; and Elaine Chao, the 24th U.S. Secretary of Labor.

Nyack College is honored to have one of The Christian and Missionary Alliance's most exceptionally dedicated servant-leaders included among the ranks of the nation's celebrated leaders.

Today Nyack College and Alliance Theological Seminary serves more than 3,300 students at various campus locations.

More than 28,000 alumni are serving in over 80 nations around the globe.

Charles & Colleen Shepson (Sundial) Colleen Shepson attended Nyack from 1947 to 1950. She credits Nyack as being instrumental in her spiritually formative years. “All my professors and teachers were such Godly examples and built relationships with our small student body of about 300 students,” she shared. “With such a small student body, it was really easy to know everyone after a while and I still value those friendships today.”

Both she and her husband Charles were widowers from their first marriages, but discovered the Nyack connection between them when they reconnected some 48 years later.

Charles Shepson grew up in a strong Christian home and felt the call to be a preacher around age seven. “At age nine,” he said, “I used to sneak into an abandoned church in my hometown and get behind the pulpit to practice preaching to the empty congregation.”

At Nyack, Charles really learned to trust God and “ask in faith.” He has many stories of God’s faithfulness during this time, especially in the area of finances. “There were several points when I thought I might not be able to continue my classes due to a lack of funds. But God always provided.”

Left to center — Back row: Randy Woods, Janet and Dr. David Howard, Gordon Cathey, Mildred Dotter, and Alexander McNally. Middle row: Beulah and Rick Johnston, and Maurine Berkner. Seated: Marion Kerr

Nyack alumni not pictured: Dwight and Elizabeth Anderson, Doloris Bandy-Biddulph, Elsie Barney, Bill and Nancy Barsuhn, Pam Blough, Al and Ann Chatfield, Jim Davey, Donald and Anna Mae Draggoo, Esther Gallagher, Doris Jacobson, Winifred Jacobson, Dave Kerr, Howard and Eva Kinsinger, Lillian Knowles, continued 38

Shell Point Life | October 2012

NYACK COLLEGE Continued from page 37 Left: Nyack’s Broadway campus Below: Bailey Library

Scales’ goal of making Nyack College New York’s Christian university by 2015, ambitious as it was, now seems within reach.

In 130 years, Nyack College has seen thousands of young Christian men and women graduate into a wide array of academic fields. The goal of the school can be tied to the vision of its founder; it is to equip the church’s next generation to lead and to serve – to be, as Nyack President Dr. Michael G. Scales likes to say, “the hands and feet of Jesus, wherever He calls them to serve.”

Marion Kerr (Coquina) For Marion Kerr, life at Nyack is a family affair. Like some other Shell Point alumni, Marion Kerr had already graduated with a BS from Wheaton prior to enrolling at Nyack Institute.

Marion attended part time, at the same time working both as a librarian and substitute teacher, while her husband Bill was enrolled full-time at Nyack. Marion and Bill later ministered in China and Thailand.

They had three sons and a daughter, one of whom also graduated from Nyack, and two of her children subsequently went to the mission field. Her daughter, Bonnie Palmquist, was born while her parents were at Nyack, and currently serves in the Arbor as a chaplain.

Dean & Joan King (Coquina)

Right to center — Back row: Neil Clarke, Dean and Joan King, Jim Ritticelli, Ruth McNally. Middle row: Carol Clarke, Ruth Ritticelli, and Colleen and Charles Shepson. Seated: Eunice and Bob Brewer.

Fritz and Jean Knox, Karl and Eloise Kose, Pat Kucharsky, Bill and Janice Lanpher, Peter and Jerry Nanfelt, Jerry Palmquist, William Payne, Dick and Eleanor Pease, David Rambo, Emerson and Lena Ross, Joyce Seckinger, Woody and Charlotte Stemple, Robert Turner, and Betty Young.

Dean and Joan King are alumni in more ways than one! Dean spent many years serving in leadership in Nyack with Joan providing support at this side.

“After I attended Nyack, I was an assistant to David Rambo, then president of the Alliance. One day he called me and said the director of development didn’t show up to work, and offered me the job. It was a real turning point in my life,” Dean shared.

Dean served many roles at Nyack – first as a chaplain, and then dean of men, and then dean of students. “They called me dean Dean,” he laughed.

Dean and Joan raised their children on the Nyack campus. “We had no idea how long we were going to be there,” Joan said. “When we started, our kids were ages 2, 6, and 10. They had their whole childhood right on north campus. Our kids thank the Lord for the influence of Nyack in their lives. They’re all Christians and they are all serving in churches in their hometowns. Our daughter actually has taught at Nyack High School for 15 years.”

Shell Point Life | October 2012

39

Q& A

FineMark National Bank & Trust Answers Your Personal Banking Questions B Y T I F FA N Y W I L L I A M S , M A N A G I N G E X E C U T I V E , F I N E M A R K N AT I O N A L B A N K & T R U S T

Q:

I’m thinking about downloading the new FineMark mobile banking app to my smartphone. What does it do and how is my information kept safe?

A: The FineMark Mobile Banking App gives you 24-hour access to check your balances, transfer funds between accounts, and pay bills right from the palm of your hand. It is a fast, free, and secure way to access your accounts.

The app is available for iPhone, Android, and Blackberry. To use, you must be a FineMark client with an online banking username and password.

Regarding security, mobile banking is a very secure way to access your accounts. We use a multifactor authentication process at login that asks for a username, answers to your security question, a password, and a personalized photo and phrase. In addition to FineMark’s security measures, be sure to follow these basic security rules to ensure the security of your accounts:

1. Set your phone to require a password to power on the handset or awake it from sleep mode.

2. Avoid sharing your password, account number, PIN, answers to secret questions, or other such information.

3. Don’t save your password information anywhere on your handset.

4. Immediately tell your bank or mobile operator if you lose your phone.

5. Review account statements. If you do notice any unusual transactions, call your bank immediately and dispute the transactions.

If you would like to know more, please visit the FineMark National Bank & Trust office on The Island, or give us a call 461-5999. You can also download the app from our website home page at: www.finemarkbank.com.

Auditions for Two Comedies Shell Point’s Own Theater (SPOT) will be ready to entertain audiences again in November – but auditions come first!

The past success of SPOT has been achieved by the willingness of men and women to come out and audition for a variety of roles. Ruth Deuber (Periwinkle), group leader exclaims, “This is a great opportunity to enjoy ‘being someone else’ for a time. There is no memorization,

Shell Point Has You Covered CenturyLink is currently contacting Shell Point residents to encourage the purchase of insurance, known as Line 40

Shell Point Life | October 2012

just a lot of fun!”

This year, the SPOT play reader’s activity group will be presenting two hilarious comedies: The Widow’s Mite, directed by Ruth Deuber, and A Bench in the Sun, directed by Kate Sullivan (Eagles Preserve). Auditions will take place on October 15 at 2:30 p.m. in the Social Center. If you have any questions, call Ruth at 433-9520.

Guard, to protect internal wiring.

However, this monthly surcharge is unnecessary for residents, because Shell Point is responsible for handling all inside wiring.

Peter Burt, technical support services manager, explained, “The Line Guard service only covers a certain amount of things that could go wrong with wiring. Regardless, it’s not necessary for residents to pay the extra monthly fee because Shell Point covers

The w’s Wido Mite

A Bench in the Sun October 15 2:30 p.m.

Social Center

everything 100%.”

If you are contacted by CenturyLink regarding the option of adding Line Guard to your service plan, please remember that it is unnecessary. You may also want to check your monthly statement to see if you are paying for this insurance and could be saving money. If you have any questions, please contact the Shell Point Call Center at 454-2190.

A Fresh Approach Salon Makeover Results in Flattering Style B

Y

R

O B Y N

C

H U R C H

,

Many Shell Point residents know Harriet Reese (Junonia) for her volunteer service in The Island Library. A truly interesting woman, Harriet has a wealth of knowledge about China that she enjoys sharing with others. Recently, Harriet visited the Salon so that we could share our knowledge about hair analysis and styling.

It is always rewarding to assist our customers, especially when we are able to help refresh someone’s look and make them feel pampered and rejuvenated.

Harriet’s Style Makeover

Harriet was unhappy with the shape of her style and the lack of manageability of her hair. Her month-old perm had become very dry, dull, and the ends were a bit “fuzzy.” While she was concerned about losing too much fullness with a reshaping haircut, she knew it was time to update her style.

Harriet's makeover began with a shampoo and deep conditioning hair mask. The formula for her deep conditioning included ingredients to add moisture and replace the protein lost in the permanent waving process. Harriet relaxed as the deep conditioning treatment processed under the dryer. The

S A L O N

&

S PA

M A N A G E R

process allowed for deeper penetration beyond the outer cuticle of the hair, resulting in longer lasting results and maximum benefit.

After processing the conditioner, Harriet's hair was gently shampooed with So Silver by Matrix to increase the brightness of her white and grey hair. Harriet still has a lot of natural color in her hair, none the less, and So Silver shampoo made a noticeable difference bringing out the contrasts in her color.

Next, Harriet’s hair was cut and shaped.

The crown area was trimmed, but the bulk in the nape and at the ear was removed.

This technique added more shape and style.

The major transforAFTER mation then took place with the finishing of Harriet’s style.

Hair can now be styled a number of different ways by

The Salon and Spa updated Harriet’s look with a deep conditioning treatment, a color-management shampoo, and a fresh cut with a sweeping bang.

BEFORE

simply changing the direction of the hair and increasing or decreasing volume within different areas of the style.

Harriet was styling her previous look by using a curling iron and gently fluffing the curl in the crown for the appearance of volume. She pulled a very slight bang onto her forehead and brushed the sides back off her face. Her new cut and style still maintained volume in the crown but added more hair in a sweeping bang across her forehead enhancing her face shape. The hair on the sides was curled down and slightly foreword, softly accenting her face.

Is it Time for a New Style?

I encourage anyone who is experiencing frustration with their style or overall look to consult with their stylist about their options.

Everyone is invited at the Shell Point Salon & Spa to speak with any member of our styling team. Often times, it is helpful to get another perspective. Stylists are creative and unique in how they “see” hair design. Just as you seek a second medical opinion, it is helpful to seek a second hair style opinion to explore your options.

Consultations are always complimentary at the Salons of Shell Point. We look forward to sharing how you can transform your style!

OCTOBER SALON SPECIAL: Complimentary paraffin wax to soften hands with every service! (Island Salon Only)

OCTOBER SAVINGS Deep Conditioning Treatment only $5 with any shampoo, cut, and style.

This service must be scheduled as additional time is required.

489-8400 The Island Salon Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Men’s Mondays! 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.

The Arbor Salon Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Pavilion Salon Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Offer expires 10/31/12

41

The Rhythm of

BY RANDY WOODS,

MINISTER

O F W O R S H I P A N D M U S I C AT THE

VILLAGE CHURCH

Inspiration & Entertainment Inspiration and entertainment will light up the stage as The Village Church and the activities department of Shell Point Retirement Community welcome North Star Percussion on October 7 and 9.

In their performances, North Star Percussion engages listeners with musical excellence and high quality percussion literature to provide a unique and enriching musical experience.

“It is our goal,” said percussionist Brandon Wood, “to promote the relevance of percussion music to a constantly evolving society through performance of music that creates a deep and inspiring connection with the audience.”

This ensemble is comprised of three very talented and well-educated young men.

Joel Boss is a freelance performer who teaches percussion at Emory University and Lassiter High School. McKinley “MJ” Stinson Jr. is the percussion coordinator at Alpharetta High School in Alpharetta, Georgia, and percussionist with Symphony Orchestra Augusta and Greenville

Symphony Orchestra. Brandon Wood serves as instructor of percussion at Lee University in Cleveland, Tennessee, and is a doctoral candidate and teaching assistant at the University of Kentucky.

North Star Percussion was founded in 2008 while these three men were students at Florida State University. Since then, they have sought repertoire and performance opportunities that reflect their vision of faith, inspiration, education, and advocacy.

Two Performances North Star Percussion will perform two concerts at The Village Church in October.

First, at Evening Praise Service on Sunday, October 7, at 6:15 p.m. and, second, with the Shell Point Singers Fall Concert on Tuesday, October 9, at 7:15 p.m.

The Village Church, activities department, and Shell Point Singers invite everyone to come and enjoy the inspiration and entertainment of North Star Percussion.

Both concerts are free and open to the public; no ticket is required.

“The spirit of percussion opens everything, even what was, so to speak, completely closed.” ~ John Cage, composer

North Star Percussion Evening Praise Service Sunday, October 7 • 6:15 p.m.

Performing with The Shell Point Singers Tuesday, October 9 • 7:15 p.m.

W O M EN ’S B IBLE STUDY

Explore James: Mercy Triumphs with Beth Moore B

Y

B

O B B I E

P

H I L L I P S

(L

A K E W O O D

)

The Women’s Bible Study is focusing on the book of James led by Beth Moore. James, Jesus’ own brother, started out as a skeptic. See how one glimpse of the resurrected Savior turned an unbeliever into a disciple with Beth Moore’s eightsession study, James: Mercy Triumphs.

Come along with Beth Moore on a journey to get to know both the man and the book of James.

You will never be the same again, and you 42

Shell Point Life | October 2012

will learn how you can put your faith into action. Topics in the study include: joy, hardship, faith, reversal of fortunes with rich and poor, gifts from above, single mindedness, dangers of the tongue, humility, and prayer.

In this Bible study, Beth introduces a new five-level study approach that she has not done before. It is up to you to choose your own level of participation – 1) watch videos, 2) complete

homework, 3) hand write the book of James, 4) read articles, and 5) memorization.

Women’s Bible Study meets each Tuesday in The Village Church Hospitality Room from October 2 through October 30.

The study takes place from 9:45 a.m. to 11:10 a.m. The last four sessions of the Bible study will begin in February 2013.

Sign up for the Women’s Bible Study in the foyer of The Village Church. If you want a workbook, you may order one for $15. The Women’s Bible Study is a great opportunity for study and fellowship.

OperatiOn Christmas Child

The Power of a

Collections at The Village Church Nov 4 -11

Simple Gift Since 1993, more than 94 million boys and girls in over 130 countries have been the joyful recipients of shoebox gifts. Every year, people pack shoeboxes with school supplies, clothing, toys, and personal hygiene items, then wrap and label the boxes with love so they can be distributed to children in need around the world. This year, Operation Christmas Child hopes to reach its one-millionth child with the Good News of God’s love.

Participating in this project has become one of the annual Christmas traditions at The Village Church and the goal this year is to pack and send 350 boxes. If you would like to participate, stop by The Village Church for more information anytime after October 14. Collection dates will be November 4 through 11 at The Village Church.

Imagine the smile on a child’s face when he or she opens one of these gift-filled boxes!

Revealing the New National Project:

Let It Shine B

For many people in the far reaches of the world, when the sun sets over the horizon, the darkness of night grows until the moon and stars provide the only illumination.

This little light of mine, I want to let it shine.

A fireplace, a lantern, or a candle, are the only sources of light to push back the dangers and unknowns lurking all around.

This little light of mine, I want to let it shine.

Y

D

O T T Y

M

O R R I S O N

(C

E L L A N A

For many of these same people, the darkness of traditional world-views, lack of education, and lack of resources for survival, are coupled with a lack of knowledge of the Light which God sent into the world.

This little light of mine, I want to let it shine.

And in every case, it is the children who are most vulnerable to the dark.

For the people of the 10/40 Window – those people in the eastern hemisphere between 10 and 40 degrees north of the equator – we have an opportunity to bring much-needed light.

)

Learn More

The October Global Outreach meeting, on Sunday, October 21, at 6:15 p.m. is sponsored by Women’s Ministries and will inform and challenge you as the new 20122013 National Project is revealed. Two young people from the Fort Myers Chinese Alliance Church will also inspire us with their music.

The goal of each year’s National Project is to provide funds to equip national workers in many countries who desire to meet the needs around them, but lack resources for education, equipment, or facilities. Ephesians 5:8 says, “For you were once in darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light.” Join us to hear how you can become light to others this year through your donations and prayers.

The Return of Alpha The popular course that encourages participants to explore many of life’s big questions is returning to Shell Point!

The introductory presentation will take place on November 27 at 7 p.m. For more information, or to reserve your seat, contact The Village Church at 454-2147. Further details will be announced in the November issue of Shell Point Life.

Shell Point Life | October 2012

43

How Does Your

Garden Grow?

Shell Point Garden Society Welcomes All to Its 2012-2013 Programs B

Y

S

U S A N

S

C H M I T T

(L

A K E W O O D

)

any residents have selected Shell Point as their home because of the marvelous landscaping and closeness to nature. Even though we have fascinating gardens surrounding us, we can choose not to lift a spade. On the other hand, if we have an interest in gardening, we can grab the necessary tools and get our hands really dirty. In The Woodlands, 44 garden plots are tended by residents of Eagle’s Preserve and The Woodlands. On The Island, 64 gardens can flourish.

The gardeners of The Woodlands plots became our first members of the Shell Point Gardening Society when we began in December of 2009. Soon the club added Island gardeners and reached out to include everyone at Shell Point.

Garden Society programs are presented on the first Wednesday of each month in the Oak Room at The Woodlands at 11:00 a.m. This year, on October 3, we will begin with a program called, Preparing Your Small Florida Garden for Vegetable Growing: Soil, Plants, Fertilizer and Mulch. Our speaker, Todd Roy, is a horticulturist and Master Gardener at the Edison-

M

Ford Winter Estates. Using slides, he will explain his approach to the lovely, productive vegetable garden he has created there.

upcoming Garden Programs Other programs throughout the year will include: Native Plants Suitable for the Small Florida Garden with John Sibley, Preparing for Christmas with Plants by the Driftwood Garden Center, and What Can ECHO Tell Us About Small Gardens? by Russ Luther from ECHO (Educational Concerns for Hunger Organization).

Two of this year’s programs will be offered

by Shell Point residents: Planting for Butterflies at Shell Point by The Shell Point Butterfly Gardeners, and My Flower Garden at Shell Point by Goz Gosselin, with pictures and commentary on his own Island flower garden.

If you are an appreciator of plants and gardening, you are invited to participate in the Shell Point Garden Society. For more information or to receive the newsletter, call Susan Schmitt at 433-5365 or email at sudischmitt@gmail.com.

Preparing Your Small Southwest Florida Garden for Vegetable Growing:

Soil, PlantS, Fertilizer, anD MulcH Wednesday, October 3 11:00 a.m.

Oak Room/WDL

Harold Gibson (Lakewood) specializes in okra and tomato plants, which he starts from seed on his lanai.

Presented by Todd Roy, Horticulturist and Master Gardener at the Edison-Ford Winter Estates

Hermine Hartley (Sundial) enjoys her Island flower garden.

Larry Roschella (King’s Crown) grows organic fruits and vegetables, including bananas, pineapples, and tomatoes.

Steve Mondora (Parkwood) tends his huge tomato plants in The Woodlands Gardens.