Southfork News “FOR THE RESIDENTS, BY THE RESIDENTS” Have a great month!
February
2017
People come and people go in and out of your life , So when one shines bright among the rest, and is there when needed, you’re truly blessed. That is how I see you, friends of mine,
And why I’m sending this Valentine.
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.) Facebook Southfork community page (you know you are from southfork when) Southfork Deceased residentd (Southfork Fl “gone but not forgotten” Must join on facebook to be able to view or add info.
ASSOCIATION OFFICERS: President
Tom Geyer
2016-2018
Vice President
Hollis Adams
2016-2017
Secretary
Peggy Elkins
2016-2018
Treasurer
Mike Gallagher
2016-2017
Directors: Ron White
2016-2018
Harry Gerrish
2016-2018
Craig Whitbeck
2016-2017
Roger Layne
2016-2017
Mary Freund
2016-2017
Emergency CONTACT NUMBERS IN PASCO COUNTY (911) Pasco Cty Sheriff 352-521-5131
Dade City Police 352-521-1493
Hurricane Updates 800-427-8340
Sheriff non-emerg 727-847-8102
Southfork office 352-523-0022
Fax 352-523-0611
After Hours 352-206-4080
Sick/Prayer List. Mary White Judy Geyer Charlotte lynch Bob Ianson
Bill Coffman Harold Resh Leonard Taylor Betty Taylor
Richard Moore
Get Well Wishes To All! In Memoriam Vera Lovelace
Resident passed away
Sue Kerschner
Mother passed away
Mary White
Sister passed away Our condolences to the family and friends! New Residents Gerald & Edna Cameron
10933 Tumbleweed Dr
Dody White
11124 Mustang Dr Welcome to our Community of Southfork! Wedding
Aniversaries
2/1
Hollis & Linda Adams
2/4
Ed & Jeanne Bittman
2/10
Jim & Barb Christie
2/14
Bill & Rae Walker
2/14
Tom & Jean Robinson
2/23
Jim & Mary Freund
2/24 Doc (Ed) & Maggie Dull ______________________________________________________________________________ Riddle of the Month Answer will be on another page of this newsletter‌. .. You throw away the outside and cook the inside. Then you eat the outside and throw away the inside. What did you eat?
February Birthday’s
Linda Nutter Harold Resh Tom Geyer
Pat Guyette Jean Bittman Jim Knight
Rodney Brown Howard Dickinson Bill Coffman
Mary Jo Dye Deb Shureb M J Cline
New Feature
Starting each month there will be a listing of people celebrating birthdays. I will have a listing for each month of the newsletter so please forward to me at pkaygrossi@aim.com the month/day of any birthday.
As you all know by now our park managers John & Sandi have retired.
To John & Sandi as you embark upon a new path of retirement, let us wish you many moments of happiness, success and enjoyment. Enjoy your new found freedom. We bid you farewell and we want to thank you for your huge contribution and work here at Southfork. The past 6 years have been a hard road but you made Southfork come alive again when you started all the renovations and making Southfork a proud place to live in. You got the Pavilion going so that many events are held there and you both were instrumental in our first “Fun Day” event held and so many more things too numerous to mention. We thank you for all of your efforts even with all the static received along the way. Enjoy retirement and now you will know how all of us retirees feel and what we all do with so much time on our hands…………… At least you will be in the sun and atmosphere here in Florida and near family, so again……………..farewell and thank you.
Submitted by, Phyllis Grossi
from Tom’s desk.
HELLO SOUTHFORK WELL AS MOST OF YOU KNOW WE HAVE NEW PARK MANAGERS. THEIR NAMES ARE KEVIN AND KIM HADDEN. PLEASE STOP BY THE OFFICE AND MAKE THEM FEEL WELCOME. THEY WILL BE HERE FULL TIME THE FIRST 0F FEB. RIGHT NOW THEY ARE HERE PART TIME. WE WISH JOHN AND SANDI A GREAT RETIREMENT. AS PRESIDENT WE GOT ALONG JUST FINE WITH THEM. THEY KEPT THE PARK LOOKING GREAT. THERE ARE A LOT OF YOU THAT HAVE NOT PAID YOUR DUES FOR 2017. WE NEED FOR YOU TOO STEP UP AND PAY THEM. WE NEED VOLUNTEERS FOR THE ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE. CONTACT LONNIE LAYNE OR CAROLYN McADAMS. THEY DO A WONDERFUL JOB PLANNING OUR ACTIVITIES. SOMETIMES A NEW FACE HAS NEW IDEAS. AS ALWAYS PLAN TO ATTEND OUR ACTIVITIES THIS IS WHAT MAKES OUR PARK SO GREAT. PLEASE READ THE NEWS LETTER AND WATCH FOR INFORMATION ON THE BIG SIGN. MY DOOR IS OPEN.
TOM
Welcome to our New Park Managers
We welcome our new managers, Kevin & Kim Hadden and hope you have an easy transition into this great park of Southfork. We are all looking forward to meeting you and best of luck.
Phone Directory Just a reminder, ……………….no home deliveries will be made of the phone directories.
I will bring them to the office after they are delivered to me and if anyone wants a new one, just ask at the office. Don’t quote me on this but I think they will be delivered around the end of February and if sooner or later I will let you know………..So when you go to pay your rent, stop and ask if they have been brought in yet.
Also, if any errors or corrections need to be made, I can make them but they will not show until the next directory in 2018 when the next book comes out. Remember, each year the deadline for additions/corrections must be made by December 1 st. Thanks, Phyllis Grossi
Date: February 25th, 2017 Time: 8a.m. to noon
Women's Club Agenda for Jan 4th 2017
We opened our meeting with the pledge to our flag. We welcomed the members and did the count. 44 members in attendance for this meeting. We had a moment of silence for Vera Lovelace Reading of the minutes done by Peggy and approved by Dixie Logoyda & Linda Adams. Reading of the Treasure's report by Barbara and approved by Nancy Jones & Kathy Myers Carol Whitbeck did the Charity report about the donation to Lacoochee School of 32 pairs of shoes and 10 pks of extra laces. Also there were 27 bags of food donated to Daystar for Christmas dinners. Quilters Report- none, Gardening Report- Jean Bittman says the plants are alive and doing well. Sign up sheets were passed around for the Soup Supper Feb 19th and for volunteers to cut the bread and desserts and place them on tables along with a clean up crew to pick up after dinner is finished. No charge for those donating soup all others will pay $7. per ticket. Membership dues are due before April. Elections!!!!!
50/50 winner was Pat Brown.
3 seats were up for votes and the new Board members are as follows: Dot Cady- President Carol Whitbeck- Vice President Linda Adams - Secretary Shirley Hood -Treasurer
We needed two volunteers to audit the books and Maggie Dull & Carol Albers stepped up and did it. The group agreed to do bags of food at Easter for Daystar along with Easter baskets for the kids. A reminder to keep an eye open for new ideas for baskets for the Bazaar when traveling or going North this spring. We asked for new ideas the group would like for speakers or activities in the coming year and got many good suggestions which the new board will oversee. No Hostesses were available today. Submitted by,
Betty Butler, President
Meeting Closed.
Unsung Hero’s
As our friends in Southfork know, Mary White has undergone yet another hip replacement. It was rough going The last few months. Angels visited, helping Mary do normal activities, necessary activities, into bed, out of bed, moving from here to there, so common, yet became so difficult. You know who you are, (Nancy and Jim.). And yet, that knock at the door, bringing dinner, so very appreciated, I'm not much of a cook. You know who you are, (Linda.). Thanks for all the good wishes. Happy to say Mary is well on the road to recovery. All appreciated by myself, Ron White Submitted by Kathy Gallick. Southfork Women’s Club Dear friends, No one was more surprised than I was to be nominated by Shirley Hood and elected to be President. I made my New Year Resolutions as follows: 1 Reach my TOPS goal…..(Take off Pounds sensibly) 2 Be a better neighbor 3 Volunteer again (I hadn’t thought about being an officer again) And….now with your help, make our 2017 Women’s Club meetings and new activities a happy fun place to be! I am grateful to have Carol Whitbeck, Vice President again, Lynda Adams as Secretary and Shirley Hood as Treasurer. We need you to be a part of the team…..we need volunteers to Hostess, be a Greeter at the door at our meetings and activities, send “Thinking of You” cards, bringing a neighbor to meeting or activities. If you would like a job, we will find the right job for you. Dot Cady 352-567-6456
cadybrahman@yahoo.com
Women's Club Charity Fundraiser Soup Supper Date: SUNDAY FEBRUARY 19, 2017 Time: 4:00 PM Join us for an evening of fun and laughter with A GOOD SOUP SUPPER which includes bread and dessert, coffee and tea. We of the Women's Club take great pride in delicious homemade soups made by our members. You have to come and taste these delicious soups and go away even wanting more. We are giving out 4 door prizes, valued at $25.00 each. MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN!
Tickets ($7.00 each) will be sold starting in JANUARY. First come, first served!!!
Tickets must be purchased prior to this event. No tickets will be sold at the door!
SATURDAY, Feb 4th @ 8AM TO 9AM $3.50 PER PERSON SAUSAGE GRAVY/BISCUITS, SCRAMBLED EGGS & HASH BROWNS, Coffee, Tea and O.J. Take home is available. Can’t get to the clubhouse? We will deliver! Contact, Tom Robinson…..Cell 1-540-529-8247
SOUTHFORK CINEMA, Tuesday February 14th, 6:30pm Our next Tuesday Night Movie will be Feb 14th @ 6:30pm. Join us in the clubhouse for this exciting movie.. “The Kings Speech” The “CineBistro will continue serving all you can eat popcorn for 25 cents and ice cream for $.50 a bowl.. You are welcome to bring your own beverages. 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
R|1 hr 58 min
Plot Summary England's Prince Albert (Colin Firth) must ascend the throne as King George VI, but he has a speech impediment. Knowing that the country needs her husband to be able to communicate effectively, Elizabeth (Helena Bonham Carter) hires Lionel Logue (Geoffrey Rush), an Australian actor and speech therapist, to help him overcome his stammer. An extraordinary friendship develops between the two men, as Logue uses unconventional means to teach the monarch how to speak with confidence. Cast: Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush, Helena Bonham Carter, Guy Pearce, Timothy Spall, Derek Jacobi, Jennifer Ehle, Anthony Andrews Director: Tom Hooper Genres: Historical drama
JANUARY 2017 SOUTHFORK “BABES”
If you guessed this heart-throb as HARRY STILPHEN – you are correct! W Harry was born December 29th in Portland, Maine! He and wife, Cheryl first moved here in 2002 and back in 2005. (They couldn’t stay away!) Harry and Cheryl have been married 17 years (May 20th) and share three children and five grandchildren (4 boys and 1 girl)! Harry was a Manager & retired from a defense plant that built naval ships (Bath Iron Works) in ME. He enjoys reading, playing horseshoes, and having a RVloves camping and traveling. He’s also known as one of the “Palamino Pal’s” singing group - the renowned trio who performed for us on New Years’ Eve! Great job! Great pic Harry!
You had to know this is “JUDY GEYER!” and her mother! Judy was born May 10th in Fort Jennings, Ohio and moved here with husband, Tom, to their Palamino home 14 years ago! Judy and Tom have been married for 35 years and share seven children, 14 grandchildren, and four great grandchildren! Judy retired as a Bookkeeper from Goodyear Tire Company in Ohio. Tom also had a career at Goodyear! Judy loves the children, & grand & great-grand babies too; plus reading, sewing. She and Tom also love to travel! You’ll see both of them out and about and we’re happy they made their home here!
This pic is of three Babes we’ve had (just had to post this great family). Mary Freund (mom’s lap) provided this with her two sisters – Judy Geyer (top) and Janet Lehman (left)! And of course their Mother! Such a great family picture of the “girls!” Thanks Mary for sharing!
Sorry, I had no “Babe” pictures for this issue. We will continue having this article as long as we have pictures to post! Thanks to all the participants! Please continue! Do you have a pet? I’d love to get to know them and feature them too! They are like little “humans” to all of us animal lovers! Have a wonderful February! Jean Deiss (863-602-1535) Email: jdeiss0831@yahoo.com
Yarn Hookers Tuesdays at 2:30pm (come and join us) Anyone interested in either of the above are more than welcome to meet with us on Tuesdays, at 2:30pm in the main hall of the clubhouse.. The purpose of this small group is not only a social hour of knitting, crocheting or anything made with yarn and needles, but this group brings ideas to pass along and this year we will be focused on projects made that we will donate to charity... You must supply your own yarn, needles and patterns. Patterns can be passed, help can be given and anyone who has knitted or crocheted can come and help us who still are not “professionals” and need help from time to time. We are novices and what a treat it is to see our struggles but we are willing and daring to try anything that we are taught. First timers, suggest a dishcloth pattern to start your venture……. This year we will be focusing on making items to donate to Daystar here in Dade City. We donate the items and they sell the items in their store to make money to purchase food for their food pantry. So you can see it is social along with helping others. We are looking for others in the community who crochet or knit and if you do not want to attend the weekly get togethers you can help us out by your donations of items that you make and we can donate. If any questions, please contact Linda Welch or Phyllis Grossi @ 352-567-6105 or email me at pkaygrossi@aim.com
Men’s Breakfast Group
"Come join the most congenial group of men in Pasco county. We meet the first Friday of each month at Smitty's, 9AM. As a matter of fact, the group is so friendly and the food is so good that we unanimously agreed to have the breakfast the third Friday as well as the first. Same time and place. And if you like sausage gravy and biscuits, theirs is probably the best south of the Mason Dixon." Thanks, Jim Barnett
Euchre Tournament
To all the lovers of Euchre we need you for the tournament. Feb 11 th @ 11am Please sign in the Clubhouse Price $5.00
Any questions, contact Marielle Quain
“The Sweethearts of Branson” return to Southfork Tuesday, February 21st @ 7pm Ticket prices at $7.50 per person Denny Yeary and Shelia Renee will be making this as their last tour of Florida. Denny has reunited with “The Blackwood Boys” in Branson, Mo. Your toes will wiggle when Denny’s bass voice hits you, then, your heart will melt when Shelia sings in her classy southern style. Together, they are the Sweethearts of Branson.
Denny and Shelia Renee have been performing together for many years as one of Branson's favorite family variety shows. With classics, comedy, dance, harmonies and Denny's legendary bass voice you can't go wrong with this powerful award winning show. The Yeary's also perform several other shows while touring the country like their "Jim Reeves & Patsy Cline Tribute Show", "Bing Crosby & Rosemary Clooney Show" and their "Ozark Mountain Christmas Show". This “Award Winning” Powerful Show will bring the audience to their feet, with love, laughter, harmonies, production, dance and incredible vocals. They continue to have sale out audiences everywhere they go from Florida to Louisiana, to Minnesota. Everywhere this show appears, people cannot stop talking about wanting to bring them back. This trip down memory lane will not only entertain you but will forever be in your heart as one of the best shows you have ever seen. You can’t miss this one!!!!!
Dinner and Dance Party Feb 7th , Dinner @5:30pm,
Dance to follow
Ticket prices @$7.50 per person PLEASE NOTE, This is a “resident only”, ticketed event, “There will be NO DOOR SALES or Outside Park Sales.”
Entertainer will be “Jim Webber’s Greatest Hits show. He will entertain during and after dinner. A real blast from the past musical experience…doo wop, awesome 60’s to Woodstock & beyond. Maybe a touch of country and disco………
Menu: Lasagna, Salad, Garlic Sticks, Dessert. Coffee
and Iced Tea available or bring a beverage of your choice. Last day for ticket sales is 2/4/2017. Tickets available from Tom Geyer, Bob Elder or Jim McAdams.
Bring your own snacks and beverages for the dance following the dinner.
Memory Lane, or In Today's cyber world, TBT. That would be Throw Back Southfork, 2009. Thought you might enjoy some photos from 2009. Since our Shuffleboard Tournament is just around the corner you can appreciate our past players. All are champions. Although 6 players carried home the trophies. Do you recognize anyone? These folks carried home the winning trophies. What a great day for all involved. Thanks for the great togetherness we share at Southfork.
Keep your eye on upcoming Newsletters, never know who might pop up! Submitted by, Kathy Gallick
Memory Lane. Throw Back Southfork, 2009. Submitted by Kathy Gallick
Look who was caught on camera, again volunteering her time at many Southfork functions. Could that be our own Willie Stoever? By golly, it is. Baking cookies, selling cookies, giving out tickets and many other duties Willie enjoyed. Thanks for all the hard work Willie. The very, very best to you and Smokey as your new adventure begins. God speed.
Opal, Phyllis F and Ally
Burt & Sandy, Bill & Diane
Enjoying New Years Eve at Southfork Clubhouse, December 31, 2016 Thank you Phyllis Fisher and your committee for putting together a most pleasant evening. A wonderful D.J, from Betmar, played music everyone enjoyed. Fast, slow, country, he had it all. We had Karaoke talent, In Fact we were introduced to the "Palamino Boys." Quite interesting, and so very entertaining. We had Willie and Dolly, that would be the Fishers, entertain us, and as mentioned The Palamino Boys, with their rendition of Elvira and Its Hard to Kiss Those Lips at Night. Jerry entertained us with his guitar and songs that were enjoyed by all. Many dancers flooded the floor, Electric Slide, Chicken Dance, Cupid Shuffle, we did them all.
Pat & Phyllis Fisher
Champagne was served at midnight, we are blessed with family, good neighbors and friends. Prizes were also distributed, so much fun. Let's do it again next year. Happy New Year Southfork residents.
Article and photos submitted by,
Kathy Gallick
Tried to get a photo of the Palamino boys but the picture was to dark. Maybe we will get a photo of them at another event. Seems like they were a very big hit and who knows there may be some talent scout looking for this talent here in Southfork. Photos submitted by Jerry McClellan , December 31, 2016
Another Christmas golf cart parade has come and gone. We were blessed with a beautiful evening to see all the brightly lit homes and carts.
Thanks to the judges (not an easy job), thanks to Jerry McClelland for the music, and thanks to everyone that participated. 35 carts were in the parade. Congratulations to the runners up from Southfork Mike and Faye Gallagher, Adele Bucholtz and Carmella McMillan from Blue Jay and the Grand Prize winners Jim and Mary Freund. A special thank you to Bob Dumas from Blue Jay for providing the $50 grand prize. It was a great evening. Article submitted by Lonnie Layne and pictures from Pete Logoyda.
Who loves auctions? New address for the Dade City Auction will be held at the VFW in Dade City at 12735 VFW Rd, Dade City 33525. It is off of 52 and just down from the High School. Preview for the auction is 5pm and starts promptly at 6pm. Food and Beverages available through the VFW. Contact: Patty Grossi Crowe for further info at 215-534-7256
___________________ Avon: Catalogs are available. Call Tanya or Bobby 567-7125 tbhahnfl@yahoo.com ______________________
Jerry’s Handyman Services
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) 240-3395 Cell: (352) 999-2908 ___________________ Gary’s Handyman Service Painting – Plumbing Drywall – Flooring Power wash & More Gary Sanborn 352-206-3773 Help Available Keep the sunshine in your life. Let me help. In home care by retired nurse, reasonable rates, flexible hours. Personalized, Healing Touch massages available. Call Jeanne for your individual assessment. 352-437-5139.
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) 567-7702 Ask for Maureen ____________________
Southfork Maint. I am available for many different jobs. No job too big or too small. Pressure Washing $65.00 North Side of House $25.00 Gutters - $25 to $40.00 Plumbing - $35.00 and up Paint-Ceiling fansOutlets and so much more. Please leave a message at 813-5082805 and I will return your call ASAP. Andy Davidson _________________
Weekly Calendar of Events Sunday Church of Your Choice…”May I” card game @6pm ________________________________________________________________ Monday
Coffee Hour @8am… (Fall/Winter) Men’s Shuffleboard @1pm… Hand & Foot @6pm Euchre @6pm…TOPS (take off pounds sensibly)@10am
________________________________________________________________ Tuesday
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…Yarn Hookers @2:30pm… Poker 2pm
___________________________________________________________________ Wednesday
Recycling pickup 1st & 3rd Wednesday…… Quilting @9am… Bridge @1pm… Men’s Shuffleboard @1pm Bingo@6:30pm, doors open @3:30pm, sales @5pm, early bird 5:30pm
Poker @3:30pm _________________________________________________________________ Thursday
Hand & Foot @9am…Dominoes @1pm…(Fall/Winter) Men’s Shuffleboard @1pm…(Fall/Winter) Ladies Shuffleboard @3pm Poker @5:00pm…”Alley” Board game @6pm…
_________________________________________________________________ Friday
Trash pickup… (Fall/Winter) Mixed Shuffleboard @9am…Exercise @10:30am…(Fall/Winter) Men’s Shuffleboard @1pm…
WII FIT @9am _____________________________________________________________________ Saturday
”65” game @6pm…Poker @5pm…Community Weigh to Go @Falcon Hall @Blue Jay 9am Poker @1pm
Feb 1st (Wed)
Women’s Club 9:30am (2 cans of food for needy)
Feb 2nd (Thur)
Health Seminar 10am (Cardiopulmonary Rehab )
Feb 3rd (Fri)
Men’s Breakfast 9am (Smitty’s)
Feb 4th (Sat)
Pancake Breakfast 8am to 9am
Feb 7th (Tue)
Dinner/Dance 5:30pm (dinner followed by dance)
Feb 11th (Sat)
Euchre Tournament 11am
Feb 12th (Sun)
Card Bingo 6pm (bring $2.00 in dimes)
Feb 14th (Tue)
Movie night 6:30pm
Feb 17th (Fri)
Men’s Breakfast 9am (Smitty’s)
Feb 19th (Sun)
Womens club soup supper 4pm
Feb 20th (Mon)
Board Members 9am
Feb 21st (Tue)
Sweethearts of Branson 7pm
Feb 25th (Sat)
Carport Sale 8am to 12 noon
Feb 26th (Sun)
Card Bingo 6pm (bring $2.00 in dimes)
Feb 27th (Mon)
Association Meeting 9am
Answer to riddle on page 3 is (Ear of Corn) Hotdogs/Hamburgs by the pool every Wednesday from 4pm to 5:30pm