Southfork News “FOR THE RESIDENTS, BY THE RESIDENTS” Happy Labor Day
September 2015 It feels like Fall ……….Somewhere Fall will be here soon, although here in Florida it’s hard to tell. You’re going to have to wait until about the third week of October before the daily high temperatures drop to the low 80s. The folks at the Florida climate center say Fall happens when the daily low temperatures drop below 60 degrees and stay there. In the Tampa Bay area that doesn’t usually Happen until you’re eyeing turkey for Thanksgiving. You know its fall in Florida when------
Labor Day
Labor Day officially ends summer, as those who work enjoy one final fling. Blessed are those who bear the daily burden, of whom few savants speak or minstrels sing, Returning to the shallows of September, days of ease give way to hours certain, A long routine that wends its way towards winter,
You put away your light green bathing suit in favor of your brown one. You can roll down the windows in your car and not run the risk of melting You can plant things without them withering immediately The stores put out the winter holiday decorations. Everywhere you turn there is some sort of festival celebrating art, food, wine, crafts, history, cars, gourds etc. Although we don’t get the rainbow of falling Leaves that other states do, we do see a lot of acorns and random other seedlings.
Yearning for the promises of spring.
Hey, that’s less raking for us.
Newsletter 1
Newsletter Information Note, any information to be placed in the newsletter, must be submitted between the 1st and 15th of every month. Please contact the editor (Phyllis Grossi) at 567-6105, pkaygrossi@aim.com or drop off the information at 11150 Mesquite Dr. All newsletters can be viewed in color on the web site @ www.floridacommunities.com (click on Southfork at bottom of page.) Suggestion Box Suggestion Box is to be used to deposit, Annual Dues, Letters to the Board etc. All letters must be signed or they will not be honored. Office of Southfork 10808 U.S. 98, Dade City, Fl 33525 Phone: (352) 523-0022,
Fax: (352)523-0611
After Hours: (352)206-4080
_________________________________________________________________________ ASSOCIATION OFFICERS: President
Tom Geyer
2014-2016
Vice President
Jim McAdams
2014-2016
Secretary
Peggy Elkins
2014-2016
Treasurer
Mike Gallagher
2014-2016
Directors: Priscilla Medeiros
2014-2016
Hollis Adams
2014-2016
Harvey Barber
2015-2017
Roger Layne
2015-2017
Mary Freund
2015-2017
Emergency CONTACT NUMBERS IN PASCO COUNTY (911) Pasco Cty Sheriff 352-521-5131
Dade City Police 352-521-1493
Hurricane Updates 800-427-8340
Dade City Hospital
352-521-1100
Sick/Prayer List. Mary Bolin
Nancy Steding Get Well Wishes To All! In Memoriam
Oakley Osborn
Former resident passed away
Jeanne Bittman
Mother passed away
Our condolences to the family and friends! New Residents Billie Bradley
11040 Mustang Dr
Keith & Nan Moody
11045 Ewing Dr
Johnny Virgin
10936 Tumbleweed Dr
Welcome to our Community of Southfork! Wedding
Anniversary
Al & Lois Albrecht
Sept 14
Marvin & Pat Rush
Sept 16
Tom & Shirlynn Thompson
Sept 18
Ron & Mary White
Sept 19
______________________________________________________________________________ I am looking for wedding anniversaries celebrated for each month of the year. We have so many in this community who have shown wedded bliss for so many years and we would like to acknowledge all. Please submit to me (Phyllis) by the 15th of each month so it can be shared by all.
from Tom’s desk.
Hello Southfork. My this year is moving fast. I guess that is in part that we are a little bit older and time seems to move faster. By popular demand we will continue movie night into Sept. The date is Sept 1st at 6:30pm. Popcorn and Ice Cream will be served. Come out and join us….we have a lot of fun. Labor Day, Sept 7th, we want to recognize all the hard working people that made this country so great. We are going to have a Potluck at 4pm. The Association will furnish “Fried Chicken”……Please sign up and write down what you would like to bring. Bring enough for about 8 servings. Our first board meeting of the Fall will be on Sept 21st at 9am in the card room at the clubhouse. It is open to anyone who would like to address the board. Sept 28th is “Good Neighbor Day”……So say Hi to your neighbors, ok ! I hope everyone is doing well. Tom
WELCOME BACK WOW!!!!! It is hard to believe that Labor Day weekend is nearing and summer is quickly coming to an end. It seems like just last week that the season was just beginning and the snowbirds were leaving. I hope it has been a good and healthy summer season for all of you. It has been a good summer here at Southfork and now, in just a few short weeks, most of the snowbirds will be back and many of the activities and meetings will be starting again.
FIRST DAY OF AUTUMN!!!!!! September 23rd is the first day of autumn but here in Florida it is like any other day of the year. Up North you are already thinking of cold weather, snow and ice and we here in Florida can only go by the news media on what is happening and not missing the cold but we sure do miss the fall colors. So to all of us here in Florida, relax and enjoy with no worries about shovels or freezing cold!!!! _____________________________________________________________________________________
Women’s Club
On August 5th, 11 members enjoyed a get together at "Sunrise" there was plenty of food and a lot of laughs. We are all very sad about the situation of Mary Bolin. A special meeting is being called to discuss how we will help her in this difficult moment. We will look into distributing school supplies to 2 schools. Thanks again to everyone who helped with this project. We decided to go to Golden Corral for our next meeting on Sep. 2nd at 11:00 am. See you around Marielle ___________________________________________________________________________
DO YOU KNOW WHO THIS IS???????? I got an idea to start an article on “Can you guess who this is” and I was wondering if you would like to be part of this. There is only one problem, my scanner does not work on my computer so a picture would have to be emailed to me with a little info for the article ( ex: this person grew up in Belair, Md or anything you would like to have in so everyone can try and guess so they can try and figure it out ). You can ask someone who has a computer to email for you if you do not have one so you can submit. I need pictures of anyone when they were a child or teen so everyone would have to try and guess who this is. I will place the article in the newsletter and the following month I will give you the correct answer. If interested, send to me @ pkaygrossi@aim.com I will not disclose any info until the following newsletter. This could be a lot of fun!!!!!!
Profile of the Month Marielle Quain is a member of our Southfork Community. If you enjoy our Woman's Club or enjoy our weekly bingo sessions, I am certain you realize that Marielle is responsible for always being at the helm for these very important activities. Every Wednesday guests enjoy playing Bingo at our Clubhouse, other parks are also welcome to join us. It is work, not only on Wednesday evening, but continually through the year, purchasing equipment, bingo cards, etc. thank you Marielle for making Bingo such a pleasure. Also, the Woman's Club has had Marielle as its president for several years. Each year a new and exciting activity is planned monthly, birthday wishes to each member on their birthday month, many, many charities are donated to. I am not saying Marielle does not have some help, but she is the cornerstone of our Woman's Club. In future issues I intend to mention several people who work at her side. Whether it be a delicious Chili Dinner, Soup and Salad fund raiser, Marielle is doing the shopping, setting up shop, and making certain the wheels run smoothly. Variety shows are also a wonderful fund
raiser and we all have certainly enjoyed our most recent, Miss Southfork. We must not forget our yearly bazaar. Thank you Marielle for all you do, for all you have done. And what you will continue to do in the future. I know it takes a Village, but I also know it takes one hard working individual, with unselfish thoughts to make our community thrive, as it well does. Marielle not only contributes to the above activities, but she willingly joins all aspects of Southfork activities, dancing, entertainment evenings, etc. She wants success always. I for one appreciate her efforts. Submitted by Kathy Gallick
SOUTHFORK CINEMA, Tuesday September 1st!!
Our next Tuesday Night Movie will be September 1st @ 6:30pm. Join us in the clubhouse for this exciting movie.. The “CineBistro will continue serving all you can eat popcorn for 25 cents and ice cream for $1.00 a bowl.. There’s plenty of seating but feel free to bring your own comfy chair! Don’t forget, we take requests!!! Something you want to see? Just let us know.
NOW SHOWING: LAST VEGAS _ September 1st 6:30pm
“LAST VEGAS” – Starring Michael Douglas, Morgan Freeman, Robert DeNiro and Kevin Kline. Four legends like you’ve never seen them before. LAST VEGAS tells the story of Billy, Paddy, Archie and Sam. Best friends since childhood. When Billy, the group’s sworn bachelor, finally proposes to his thirty-something girlfriend, the four head to Las Vegas with a plan to stop acting their age and relive their glory days. However, upon arriving the four quickly realize that the decades have transformed Sin City and tested their friendship in ways they never imagined.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7TH TIME: 4:00PM
All Southfork residents are invited to attend a “Potluck” on Labor Day, September 7 th at the Clubhouse. Chicken will be provided by the HOA. Price of admission is a dish to pass enough for 8-10 people. Coffee and Iced Tea will be available. Bring your own table service. If you plan to attend, please sign-up by September 5th so we know the amount of chicken to purchase.
Hope to see all of you there!!!!!
9/7 – Labor Day Celebration - Labor Day is annually held on the first Monday of September. It was originally organized to celebrate various labor associations' strengths of and contributions to the United States economy. It is largely a day of rest in modern times. Many people mark Labor Day as the end of the summer season and a last chance to make trips or hold outdoor events.
9/11 – Everyone Remembers 9-11-2001! Let us take time to remember that tragic day – one we will never forget as we look back in horror of the events. We always remember where we were and what we were doing – just like when President Kennedy was assassinated. I personally remember it with nightmares as was working for American Airlines (Headquarters) in Fort Worth, TX. It was indeed a horrible experience and chaos. If you get the chance, listen to Alan Jackson's song, “Where Were You (When The World Stopped Turning). It says so much and humbles us all.
9/13 – Grandparents' Day – Happy Grandparents Day to all you Grandpas/Grandmas and Nanas and Papas and other names our grandchildren have given us all!
9/22 & 9/23 – Yom Kipper – to all our Jewish friends and families. 9/23 – First Day of autumn. We will be ready for this! 9/28 – Tentatively planned – Good Neighbor Day in Southfork – Random Acts of Kindness (Sandi has a sign-up sheet at the office, for volunteers!) And finally,
Happy Birthday to all you September guys and gals!
We wanted to find out what some of our favorite dining out places are within the area (and some favorites are a few miles away). When I talked to many folks here in Southfork, I was surprised to hear that many do not go out to eat because they aren't sure where to go. Well, we hope this will help in some way if and when the kitchen is “closed” at home. Also, these are personal preferences of folks, but you may not agree, so it’s not “gospel.” In no particular order………. Island Breeze (was Mainly New England) 7643 Gall Blvd., ZH – Fay & Mike like the Cuban food at very reasonable prices - $8 - $10. Beef O’Bradys, 7833 Gall Blvd., ZH – A favorite sports bar atmosphere and to many newcomers. Jean and Marsha experienced Beefers with a full menu! They have great Cuban sandwiches too. (continued)……..
Poncho’s Villa, 32804 Pennsylvania Ave. (downtown), San Antonio. Very good home-made Mexican food $8 - $10; however, a small place seats maybe 30-40 people and being so popular, very busy. The service is great and turnover is fast, but get there early, but if you gotta wait – it is worth it. One of Kathy’s favs and Larry and Jean also! Rojas Mexican, Gall Blvd., ZH – One of Pete and Dixie’s favs – great food, decent prices. Chilis, 7643 Gall Blvd., ZH – a favorite of several people. Wide variety menu and they have coupons for specials on line. Busy place but pretty fast seating and service. Great food. Piccola Italia, 37502 State Road 54, ZH – Italian, pizza and even good fish. Bob and Carol like the food and service. Reasonable prices. DiMaggio’s That’s Amore, 5347 Gall Blvd., ZH – It’s Italian as you can tell. You get enormous servings so petite eaters may want to share an entrée. Atmosphere is great – visit Italia right here in ZH, FL. Food very good – service good. Impress your friends here. Blackstone Reef and Grill, 38361 County Rd. 54, ZH – Salad bar available with full menu and specials. Mike and Linda likes this place along with the entertainment in the bar area. During the busy season, if you want to dine in the entertainment section, reservations are suggested. I like this place too! Ruby Tuesdays, 7909 Gall Blvd., ZH – An all American restaurant with very good food and great salad bar. Tom and Judy like this place too as well as many others. Prices reasonable. Doc’s Pub and Grille, 14946 US 301, Dade City – All you can eat crab legs on Friday nights ($24/person – you got to be hungry! Casual pub atmosphere. Service pretty good. Smittys Smokehouse & Grill, 12803 US 301, Dade City – Very good barbeque at reasonable prices. Many other menu options, including breakfast. And lastly…….Tiki Bar, Homosassa, FL – a good drive but well worth it. Several say, the “best shrimp around.” Sometimes long waiting periods and Carolyn and Jim really didn’t want me to broadcast one of their fav dining-out places (because of the long lines). Sorry, Carolyn, but I just had to spill the “shrimp.” This only touches the surface of great places to dine out in our area. We’ve tried to focus on interesting places other than our favorite fast food joints. However, if you go to Taco Bell and order from the $1.00 menu (and get a senior drink – free of charge, with refills) you will not damage your bank account!!! Also, it is a great idea to follow newspaper articles/internet on postings of dirty dining establishments. Most of these reports come from the larger city areas. So, enjoy your dining out experience and have a great September! Submitted by: Jean Deiss (863-602-1535) – call me with your NEWS!!!!! (Oh by the way, dig through your picture files and find a childhood photo or baby picture of yourself and/or spouse. Your Southfork News Folks may be asking you to share it in future newsletters…… introducing “Who In The World Is This?” (continued)…………
"Where Were You When The World Stopped Turning"(Written and Recorded by Alan Jackson) Where were you when the world stopped turning on that September day? Were you in the yard with your wife and children Or working on some stage in L.A.? Did you stand there in shock at the sight of that black smoke Risin' against that blue sky? Did you shout out in anger, in fear for your neighbor Or did you just sit down and cry? Did you weep for the children who lost their dear loved ones And pray for the ones who don't know? Did you rejoice for the people who walked from the rubble And sob for the ones left below? Did you burst out with pride for the red, white and blue And the heroes who died just doin' what they do? Did you look up to heaven for some kind of answer And look at yourself and what really matters? I'm just a singer of simple songs I'm not a real political man I watch CNN but I'm not sure I can tell You the difference in Iraq and Iran But I know Jesus and I talk to God And I remember this from when I was young Faith, hope and love are some good things He gave us And the greatest is love Where were you when the world stopped turning on that September day? Were you teaching a class full of innocent children Or driving down some cold interstate? Did you feel guilty 'cause you're a survivor In a crowded room did you feel alone? Did you call up your mother and tell her you loved her? Did you dust off that Bible at home? Did you open your eyes, hope it never happened Close your eyes and not go to sleep? Did you notice the sunset the first time in ages Or speak to some stranger on the street? Did you lay down at night and think of tomorrow Or go out and buy you a gun? Did you turn off that violent old movie you're watchin' And turn on "I Love Lucy" reruns? Did you go to a church and hold hands with some strangers Did you stand in line and give your own blood? Did you just stay home and cling tight to your family Thank God you had somebody to love? Where were you when the world stopped turning on that September day?
SNOWBIRDS
Here they come, ready or not! The snowbirds should be arriving in a steady stream starting in September, October and November. License plates tell of their origins, but they’re all coming to the land of palm tree-lined driveways and warm weather. Bring them on, I say! Those of us who endure the hot, sticky summer months are finally starting to get out more. We’re eating on the lanai, taking walks without being dripping wet and, well, here come the traffic jams, the crowded doctor’s offices and stores, but wait---it also energizes our lifestyle and our economy. Yes, come on down, all you snowbirds! Clubs of all sorts exist in the winter but we still exist here with activities while you are away.. Friendships are big for snowbirds……..Put on a parade, a fun day or a fundraiser and you’ll find snowbirds right in the middle of it all. Snowbirds who flock to Florida for the months of September thru May, we love you and can’t wait for you to get back and get the community rolling again with fun and laughter. Hurry, hurry so we can get the parties started!!!! _____________________________________________________________________________
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Favor to Ask!!!
Fall is fast approaching and I have a big favor to ask all of you who submit any articles or are in charge of any type of card games or activities. We have a lot of newer residents in the park over the last 12 months and I want to make sure the dates and times are current on all events held each week and correctly placed in the newsletter. Please do not assume I know the changes or deletions of any game activity and if there have been any changes please let me know by the 15th of each month. Thanks, Phyllis
WELCOME BACK FRIENDS FROM THE NORTH!!!
SOUTHFORK ENTERTAINMENT SERIES Our Fall Entertainment Season Begins
We have finished our first summer season and we are still afloat. September returns us to our normal ticket pricing of $7.50. Sadly we’ve had a cancellation for Sept and October. So in place see below: The Retros Band, will entertain us on Sept 15th and they are from New Port Richey. Renown Irish Comic, George Casey will hot our stage on Oct 6th. Bobby Palermo’s music will be here on Nov 10th Lastly, we will be entertained by John Timpanelli on Dec 6th.
*** Our New Years dinner dance will be hosted by Sam Kistner. (Price to be announced.)
Crane Family Submitted by, Kathy Gallick We have a family of cranes, I believe they are looking for a home on Mesquite. Saw them browsing, with their three children just the other day. Apparently the children are with the "bird sitter" today. They seem to like their half of the road in the middle as a rule, so be cautious, would never want to harm the new possible neighbors. I would not feed, could become a pecking problem. Life is good!
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Repairs by George All types of handyman, carpentry, plumbing, electrical repairs, gutter cleaning, roof repairs, tile work and exterior maintenance at a very reasonable rate. Custom cabinet making and Power washing the whole house or just north side. Feel free to call me anytime. (H) 352-322-2700 Š 410-852-6663 _________________________ Nautical Memories Consignment Do you have items you no longer need? Since we can only have 2 carport sales a year, why not let me sell your items globally. I will do all the work and you will receive the benefits. Give me a call at: 215-534-7256. Patty _______________________ Avon: Catalogs are available. Call Tanya or Bobby 567-7125 tbhahnfl@yahoo.com _______________________ Will rake your lawn for $5 a bag. Bobby Hahn 567-7125
Services Offered Homecare I am a master electrician offering the following services: Electrical, Pressure Washing, Gutter Cleaning, Minor Plumbing. Also, transportation to or from Orlando/Tampa airports as well as the Tampa Train/Bus stations. Jerry McClellan 11040 Maverick Drive Home: (352) 437-5219 Cell: (352) 999-2908 ________________________
Do you need help with daily living? Did an illness or procedure limit your ability to care for yourself? I have over 30 years experience helping people in their homes. I am a qualified HHA/CNA and homemaker that will assist you with daily living for very reasonable rates. References available upon request. For more information call (352) 5677702 Ask for Maureen ________________________
Odd Jobs I now work 8:30-1:30PM. I am available after 1:30PM for odd jobs. No job too big or too small. Please leave a message at 813-508-2805 and I will return your call ASAP. Andy Davidson ________________________
Need Help House cleaning and Lawn Service, by Bea 813-562-0633
Weekly Calendar of Events Sunday Church of Your Choice…”May I” card game @6pm ________________________________________________________________ Monday
Coffee Hour @8am…Line Dance @10am…Poker @12 noon (Fall/Winter) Men’s Shuffleboard @1pm… Hand & Foot @6pm Euchre @6pm
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Trash Pickup AM…(Fall/Winter) Mixed Shuffleboard @9am… Exercise @10:30am…Sequence @1pm…(Fall/Winter) Men’s Shuffleboard @1pm…(Fall/Winter) Ladies Shuffleboard @3pm Bowling (Zephyrhills) @noon…Poker @5:00pm…DBL Pinochle 6pm
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Blue bag Trash pickup 1st & 3rd Wednesday…… Quilting @9am… Bridge @1pm…(Fall/Winter) Men’s Shuffleboard @1pm…Bingo@6:30pm, doors open @5:15pm
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Hand & Foot @9am…Dominoes @1pm…(Fall/Winter) Men’s Shuffleboard @1pm…(Fall/Winter) Ladies Shuffleboard @3pm Poker @5:00pm…”Alley” Board game @6pm…
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Trash pickup… (Fall/Winter) Mixed Shuffleboard @9am…Exercise @10:30am…(Fall/Winter) Men’s Shuffleboard @1pm…Poker @12noon WII FIT @9am
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“TOPS” Weight Loss @9am…Bocce @10am…”65” game @6pm…Poker @5pm…
Sept 1st
(Tues)
Movie night 6:30pm (Last Vegas)
Sept 2nd
(Wed)
Womens Club (11am Golden Corral)
Sept 4th
(Fri)
Men’s Breakfast 9am
Sept 7th
(Mon)
Potluck 4pm (bring a dish to pass)
Sept 13th
(Sun)
Card Bingo 6pm (bring $2.00 in dimes)
Sept 15th
(Tue)
“The Retros Band” 7pm
Sept 21
(Mon)
Sept 27th
(Sun)
Sept 28th
(Mon)
Assn Officers/Directors 9am Card Bingo 6pm (bring $2.00 in dimes) Good Neighbor Day
REMEMBER, CHECK OUT THE ACTIVITY PAGE IF YOU WANT TO ATTEND ANY MONDAY MORNING COFFEE, CARD GAMES, BINGO AND ANY OTHER SOCIAL ACTIVITY HELD ON A DAILY BASIS HERE IN THE PARK.