Southfork News “FOR THE RESIDENTS, BY THE RESIDENTS” Happy Thanksgiving
November 2015
Remember to fly your flag on Veterans Day. Honor the many heroes from all the wars who died for our freedom and peace.
What Thanksgiving means T---is for thankfulness for many joys and blessings--H---is for our homes so warm and bright---A---is for autumn time for harvest and abundance___ N---is for nature’s beauty and delight--K---is for the kitchens where good food is cooked with loveS---for spicy fragrances in the air--G---is for the gathering of family and friends--I---for the inheritance we share--V---is for the visions that the Pilgrims held so dear--I---is for high ideals in all they planned--N---is for our native country brave and great and free--G---for God’s great goodness to our land---
____________________________________________ Freedom is not Free There is a price we pay for freedom For it is not truly free But rather paid for by the contributions of veterans To buy our Liberty As their blood drains from their body and runs like a river through the grass I don’t think we all realize the importance veterans play As they voluntarily serve America each and every day We should honor the veterans for they act like a shield Protecting us from danger, keeping America healed. So if you would take a second to commemorate You will instantly see We owe veterans our gratitude For they are the reason we are free.
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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 Don Reno
Ana Badillo Nancy Orr
Nona Gardner Norm Tierney
Willie Stoever Get Well Wishes To All!
____________________________________________________________________________ In Memoriam Phil & Kathy McPheron
Mother (Betty) passed away
Our condolences to the family and friends! New Residents Ron & Pamela Glenna
11213 Ewing Dr
Welcome to our Community of Southfork! Wedding
Anniversary
Ren & Judy Batteen
Nov 1st
Ed & Katie Bellnier
Nov 3 rd
Bobby & Tanya Hahn
Nov 13 th
Monte & Mary Bolin
Nov 19th
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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, We have a lot going on for this winter season so that means we will need some help, remember, we are all volunteers. So if you see something you would like to help with, let one of us know, you might just like it. Check the newsletter, bulletin board and the big sign for all of our activities. We have a very nice Bocce Ball court so let’s use it. Please, someone, step forward and take charge. We are going to have a welcome back party at the Pavillion on Nov 7th at 4pm and all are welcome. It will be a cook out by “Bahr’s Propane”. They will do the cooking and furnish the meat. The HOA will furnish the rest. So, please sign up so we know how many will be attending. Nov 14th will be our carport sale from 8am to 12pm. The HOA will be serving coffee and doughnuts and again we will need help with this. Give me a call. The Women’s Club Bazaar will be Nov 21st from 8am to noon. The Association Fall Membership meeting will be Monday, Nov 23rd. It is a very important meeting, so plan to attend. We will be taking nominations for officers and directors for next year and the time is 9am. Thanksgiving Dinner will be a Pot Luck at 4pm. We will need some help and the turkeys will be furnished by Southfork Management. See you around the Park. Tom
Association Meeting Monday, November 23rd, 2015
Starts at 9 am
First meeting of the Fall season
Come early and enjoy a donut with a cup of coffee (free donuts on Association Meeting dates)
Nomination slate for 4 officers and 2 directors will be presented and opened for year 2016 - 2018
All members and any new residents interested are invited (Dues - $20.00, must be paid in January before elections in order to vote)
Good way to meet your neighbors
Get to hear the Board and their accomplishments over the summer months
Looking for social Idea’s … tell us want you want and expect.
Must show current Member card that you belong to Association in order to vote.
We need your input, questions and suggestions (bring some with you)
For all members, there may be a vote on association issues needed and we need your input
Newer things happening and we want to make this an active year again!
COME ONE…COME ALL…VOLUNTEER… In order to continue our activities successfully, we need volunteers who are willing to donate their time and talent as committee members for our various functions. There is a place for everyone who would like to participate. Please join us, as a helper or a worker, whether you have a little time or a lot, there is an activity which needs you and that could be selling of the 50/50 tickets, set up or whatever. We need participation from all of you in order to have an interesting, active association community which all of us can enjoy. If you can help in any way, please contact Tom G or any of the board members which are listed on page 2 of the newsletter.
Women’s Club On Oct 7th, 31 Members including 3 new members met in the Clubhouse for their monthly Meeting. The clubhouse was nicely decorated by Carol Albers and Katie Bellnier. Thanks for a job well done. Carol Albers presented 21 baby quilts that will be donated to the Battered Women's Shelter and if any excess of quilts are made, they will be donated to Cornerstone For Women. The reports were read and approved. The quilters are working on items to be raffled for the Bazaar. Thanks to Carol Whitbeck for decorating the pots at the Pool with Halloween Colors And now she is working on the Fall and holidays decorations. We celebrated the October birthdays Carol Albers and Phyllis Grossi. Because we did not have a speaker for this meeting we played a few games of Bingo To the pleasure of the Ladies. Tanya Hahn as generous as ever gave 4 bags of Avon Products to be raffled and Verna King gave a nice handmade shawl that was also raffled. Some sheets were passed out for the members to sign and volunteer on what Committee They would like to help on. 1) Charity Committee 2) Bazaar/ Baskets/food,(sloppy Joes) //Help where needed. 3) X-Mas party and the soup Supper (in March) We had a very good response and those sheets will be passed again in November to include the Snowbirds, I want to thank everyone who signed those sheets - Together we can do great things. The main topic was the Bazaar Nov. 21st John the Mgr is helping us with the setting of the tables according to Mary Bolin's Plan. Katie Bellnier is in charge of the Bake Good table. We will have many baskets to be raffled and we will have Sloppy Joes with chips and a drink for $3.00 Come and support us this is how we can raise money for Charity. Carol Albers reminded everyone that we are collecting old reading glasses. There is a box in the Library and they will be given to the Lion's Club. Next month Nov 4th, Betty Butler of Maverick Dr. is co-ordinating this with someone of the Pasco Sheriff Dept who will be here to talk on Self-defense. It should be very interesting. We will also celebrate the summer birthdays. Be sure to be there because it will be a very busy and interesting meeting. Marielle
DATE:
11/21/2015
TIME:
8AM TO 12:30 P.M.
Please let me introduce, just in the event you have not had the pleasure, Dixie and Pete Logoyda. Dixie and Pete are from Western Pennsylvania and have been with the Southfork Community for 14 years. After visiting family on the East Coast, after many visits, checking out comfortable, congenial places to live, to our benefit, they decided on Southfork. Actually Palm Harbor introduced us to them. Yea! They have 4 children, 15 grand children, and 1 great grandchild. Apparently at a dance, a few years back, Pete noticed this long legged gal, in khaki pants, tooling around the dance floor, ogled her, as he is known to do, And became smitten, guess the feeling was mutual, they have been a couple ever since. Dixie enjoyed her duties, bringing up four wonderful children, while Pete provided for his family as an aircraft mechanic. As the children became adults, Dixie found pleasure in playing the Dulcimer, enjoyed taking lessons and attending concerts with Pete. A beautiful instrument I might add. After moving to Southfork, both became very active in our community, both serving as vice-president on our HOA board, board members, and served many a monthly breakfast for several years, yes with help, but they were always steering the ship. Monday morning coffee, you will see the donuts arrive, via Pete, and the making of fresh brewed coffee. 50/50, fun for residents and capital for HOA, again Pete is at the helm. Playing Pool is one of Pete's favorite, and helping to run the shuffleboard tournament is another ships wheel he steers. Forgot to mention he is our photographer at most functions. Thanks for all that. Also, full time residents. Speaking of ships, they have enjoyed many cruises with other Southfork residents. When Armand and I moved in, we were approached by them, asking if we would be interested in running for office. I remember saying to Armamd, "They like us, they really like us,". A bit like Sally Field at the oscars. Huuummmm, still wondering about that. Adjectives: Kind, caring, considerate, pleasant, hard working, loyal, helpful. Just to mention a few. They describe Pete and Dixie. Lauren,(a registered nurse), granddaughter, is currently serving on a Mercy Ship in Madagascar, just showing, the Apple does not fall far from the tree. You will see Dixie quilting and line dancing, and if the instructor plays the right tune, Toes In The Water, yes, you have it, Pete will also be "vining to the right." Need a ride to an out of park social get together, always an extra seat in the van. I have had the privilege of occupying that seat on many occasions. Thanks for all you do and will continue to do, I am proud to be considered your friend. Submitted by, Kathy Gallick
SOUTHFORK TELEPHONE DIRECTORY
This is just a reminder to everyone here in the park about the deadline for changes, deletions, or additions of our Phone Directory. The deadline for all or any changes must be submitted by November 25th. All new resident’s, please submit your name, address, phone number, email address to Phyllis Grossi for an update for the directory. You can submit via email to pkaygrossi@aim.com or drop off at 11150 Mesquite Dr. Please fill in this form below: Name ___________________________________________________________________ Address ________________________________________________________________ Phone number _____________________________________State you are from _______ Email Address ____________________________________________________________ Wedding Anniversary _______________________________________________________
November 1st marks the end of Daylight Savings Time. Before going to bed on Saturday night, remember to set your clocks back one hour. It is a good time to replace the batteries in your fire detectors and the batteries in your flashlights as well! ______________________________________________________________________________ Lions Club Donations of Eye Glasses Just a reminder………………..In the Library at the clubhouse, there is a box for donations of all eye glasses. Carol Albers is in charge and when the box gets full she takes them to the Lions club where they are used for distribution for those in need of glasses. Please, instead of storing or tossing those old eye glasses, bring them up, because you never know who they may help!
SOUTHFORK TELEPHONE DIRECTORY
This is just a reminder to everyone here in the park about the deadline for changes, deletions, or additions of our Phone Directory. The deadline for all or any changes must be submitted by November 25th. All new resident’s, please submit your name, address, phone number, email address to Phyllis Grossi for an update for the directory. You can submit via email to pkaygrossi@aim.com or drop off at 11150 Mesquite Dr. Please fill in this form below: Name ___________________________________________________________________ Address ________________________________________________________________ Phone number _____________________________________State you are from _______ Email Address ____________________________________________________________ Wedding Anniversary _______________________________________________________
November 1st marks the end of Daylight Savings Time. Before going to bed on Saturday night, remember to set your clocks back one hour. It is a good time to replace the batteries in your fire detectors and the batteries in your flashlights as well! ______________________________________________________________________________ Lions Club Donations of Eye Glasses Just a reminder………………..In the Library at the clubhouse, there is a box for donations of all eye glasses. Carol Albers is in charge and when the box gets full she takes them to the Lions club where they are used for distribution for those in need of glasses. Please, instead of storing or tossing those old eye glasses, bring them up, because you never know who they may help!
NOVEMBER 2015 IN SOUTHFORK 11/1 – Daylight Savings Time Ends and darkness comes earlier. We get that hour back we lost in March and remember to set your clocks back. 11/11 – Veterans Day – What a special time to salute and honor all our Veterans. They deserve all the praise and recognition we can give them! Thanks to each and every one of those who have and still are serving our wonderful country! Many gave their lives and many still wear the scars. God Bless all! 11/26 – Thanksgiving Day – A time for family and friends to get together and give “thanks” for all we’ve been blessed with. HAPPY THANKSGIVING to all and those who are traveling to be with families and friends - have a safe and blessed holiday! (Remember, you are what you eat!) And last, but not least, HAPPY BIRTHDAY to all you “cool” November folks!
Well, it is time to reveal the “WHO IN THE “SOUTHFORK” WORLD IS THIS” from our October newsletter. See how many you got correct! Here goes….. #1 – PHYLLIS GROSSI – born Phyllis Barreca in Brownsville, PA on October 31st! We all know Phyllis around Southfork for all she does along with being chief editor and contributor of our Southfork News! AND……. #5 – PAT GROSSI – born in Lockport, NY on August 5th. Pat and Phyllis met at the famous Niagara Falls and returned there August 1, 1959 to be united in marriage! They retired in 2004 in Schwenksville, PA and moved to Southfork in August 2004. #2 – TOM GEYER – born on a farm in Marysville, OH on February 21 st. Tom never ventured a move from Ohio (until here) and had a tire business there for 40 years. He is also a private pilot and has owned several planes during his lifetime. He and his wife, Judy, have been married 34 years and they left Ohio for their new home in Southfork Florida 12 years ago. Of course everyone knows what an important role Tom has as our Association President! #3 – KATHY GALLICK – born Kathleen Strang in Stratford, CT on December 8th and was raised there too. Kathy says, however, that her heart has always been in Vermont. I can see why. Kathy moved to Southfork 10 years ago. She contributes so much to our community; one being the line dance instructor and another as contributing writer for our monthly newsletter, just to mention a couple. #4 – JEAN DEISS (yours truly) – born Jean Snedigar in Newcastle, IN on August 31st; raised in central IL; lived in and around Arlington, TX for the last 25+ years before moving to FL. I thought TX was where my heart would stay until I reunited with Larry Ruffner (we had dated 53 ago in IL). Both losing our spouses, we rekindled old flames and now my heart has been here in Southfork since early 2012! (I never imaged anyone would guess this one, but needed an extra pic!) Okay, so you have the scoop! There’s much more to write about these folks but you know a little about their “roots.” We’ve added five more “cuties” in this issue. Good luck as this is a tough one!!!! Until next time…Make it a great day – every day! Jean Deiss (863)602-1535 (email: jdeiss0831@yahoo.com)
“SOUTHFORK”
#1 This pretty little Princess was born in New York. She has made her home in Florida since the 1960’s and moved to Southfork about seven years ago. Look at those beautiful tresses!
#2 Now here is a wee one from the “Baby Hall of Fame.” This little one - all grown up now, was born in Pennsylvania and has lived in Southfork for a little less than 15 years. Oh that sweet little smile!
#4 Look at this this cute little sailor. He was born in New York and has quite a story to tell about himself and his brother (revealed next time). He made his home in Southfork less than ten years ago! What a happy little guy!
#3 Well, here is the little “WannaBe Ali” and this handsome little dude was born and raised in the Midwest. He’s been a true Floridian since the early 70’s and made his home in Southfork in 2001 – far away from the boxing world!
#5 Wow! Here’s a beauty that should have been on
the Hollywood Silver Screen! This pretty little lady was born in Northeast PA and she and her hubby settled in Southfork almost 15 years ago!
Date: November 14th, 2015 Time:
8 a.m. to Noon
FLU SHOTS FREE CLINIC Thursday, November 12 1:00PM Walgreens Pharmacist at Southfork Summer is almost over and flu season will be upon us before we know it. Southfork is once again hosting Walgreen’s Pharmacy Flu Shot Clinic right here in the clubhouse. No need to make a trip to your doctor’s office, just sign up in the clubhouse for November 12 at 1PM for your flu shot. Be sure to bring your insurance/medicare information so they can bill your insurance. Cost is $25.99 without insurance. Any questions contact the office. Southfork Management
SOUTHFORK ENTERTAINMENT SERIES Bobby Palermo & The Music of Neil Diamond, Ray Charles and Willie Nelson
November 10thm a great entertainment in Southfork Ticket Prices @$7.50
Bobby Palermo has been performing in every major Casino including (Caesar Palace, Hurrah’s and Bally’s), East Coast Cruise Lines, plus just about every Dinner and Supper Theater in Florida. Bobby is known as Florida’s Neil Diamond.
Southfork Ambulance Service Program General Membership Meeting December 11th A 10:00am, Clubhouse
Definition: The “Ambulance Service Program” is a fee paid (annually) membership organization. Purpose, to assist members paying “Pasco County Emergency Rescue Squad” fees. Pasco County EMT/911 Ambulance services now approach $700.00 per trip. Membership: All individuals residing in Southfork are eligible. All residents need not join. All member’s rights and voting powers are equal. Any rule changes, would require membership majority vote at an annual meeting. Dues – Fees: New membership coverage to begin (7) seven days after payment is received. The initial new member fee is set at $15.00. Term: A one year agreement, beginning January 1st, thru December 31st. All dues, either new or renewing are due by January 1st. There are no provisions to prorate short term dues. Beginning in 2016 the term will begin on January 1st and end on December 31st. All benefits expire on December 31st. Late renewals are subject to the (7) day delay, the same as a new member. Benefit: Most hospitalization plans add a $100-$200 co-pay fee for ambulance service. Our Ambulance Service Program would pay to our user member $150.00 per usage, limited to two calls per year. Payment is restricted to an Emergency (911) call from anywhere in Pasco County. Example: Heart Failure, Stroke, Falls, Breathing Problems or any EMT determined emergency. Please contact Jim McAdams with any questions (352-206-2754).
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Who loves auctions? There is an auction every Thurs at 6pm and Sunday at 5pm in Dade City behind the empty car dealers(Pasco Motors) in Dade City. They have food items, pantry items, antiques, household and yard items and so much more. Can even bid on bread & coffee, detergent and cheaper than at the supermarket and as low as $1.00. Contact: Patty Grossi Crowe for further info at 215-534-7256 America's Auction 14401 8th St.Dade City, FL _______________________ Avon: Catalogs are available. Call Tanya or Bobby 567-7125 tbhahnfl@yahoo.com _______________________ Need Help House cleaning and Lawn Service, by Bea 813-562-0633
Services Offered
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
Homecare 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 Let me help you take care of things you need 1:30PM for odd jobs. No cleaned around the job too big or too small. house. General Please leave a message housecleaning, ironing, laundry, cooking. at 813-508-2805 and I lawncare, homecare for will return your call sick, shopping. ASAP. Contact Ruth @ 813-999-6085 References Available
Andy Davidson ________________________
Weekly Calendar of Events Sunday Church of Your Choice…”May I” card game @6pm ________________________________________________________________ Monday
Coffee Hour @8am…Line Dance @10am… (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
___________________________________________________________________ Wednesday
Recycling 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… WII FIT @9am
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Weight to Go @9am….”65” game @6pm…Poker @5pm…
Nov 4th (Wed)
Women’s Club 9:30am (2 cans food for needy)
Nov 5th (Fri)
Men’s Breakfast 9am
Nov 7th (Sat)
Welcome Back Party 4pm (Pavilion)
Nov 8th (Sun)
Card Bingo 6pm (don’t forget your $2.00 in dimes)
Nov 10th (Tues)
Entertainment 7pm (Bobby Palermo)
Nov 12th (Thur)
Flu Clinic 1pm
Nov 14th (Sat)
Carport Sale 8am to noon
Nov 16th (Mon)
Assn Officers/Directors 9am
Nov 21st (Sat)
Women’s Club Annual bazaar 8am to 12:30pm
Nov 23rd (Mon)
1st meeting HOA for all members 9am
Nov 26th (Thur)
Thanksgiving Potluck 4pm
Nov 29th (Sun)
Card Bingo 6pm (don’t forget $2.00 in dimes)