Del Tura - January 2015

Volume 31 NO 1 | JANUARY 2015

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The Tower is produced and distributed to our readers ten months each year.

It is a large endeavor and would not be possible without the help of all the volunteers listed below. Thanks to one and all! Doris Meyer, Editor and Ginnie Benjamins, Co-Editor

The Tower Who’s Who List Yvonne Beicht Evett O’Connor Bob Hoppe Dianne Roderick Marion Mulcahey Alice harris Barbara Rouillard Michelle Reese Georgia Ulrich Nancy Denny Ellen Slusarski Sandy Rolando Bill Southwick Jack Blevons Bill Nezamis Helen Townsend Peggy Thevenet Mary Lou Pudlo Russ Hillbish Ted Thevenet Catherine Banzhof Norrine Mc Laughlin

Jayleen Ruffalo Karen Rivet Teddy Reid Richard Symes Trudy Wilson Bill Henches Sue Symes Jay Flanagan Karen Conte Jack Dunigan Liz Flanagan Carole Trautman Ruth Anten Stewart Carter Betty Scheetz Anna Incorvaia Kevin Wilcox Lillian Murdoch Peg Mc Ternan LuAnn Brownell Lou Rotolo Jerry Norve

Bob Meyer Lynn Sabal Marlys Norve Jean Cochran Eleanor Bergman Tony Ragone Louis Rivet Barbara Wodell Gail Shannon Joyce Fischer Fran Knoodle Donald Oberson Rita Immoor Donna Moore Bob Moore Joan Stevenson Monique Reilly Sue Dunigan Pat Wagner Dave Lane Rheta Kanen Evelyn Laflin

Please enjoy this complimentary copy of The Tower. If you have not yet done so, please be sure to join the HOA and enjoy the perks of membership. See 2015 HOA Membership Dues article on page four of this issue as to how to pay dues and join the HOA.

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From the President’s Desk Greetings.

By now, most of the holidays are behind us and 2015 looms just ahead. Let me take this opportunity on behalf of all of us on the HOA Board to wish each of you the very happiest and healthiest of new years as well as twelve months of opportunities to grow in wisdom as well as age.

Unlike our northern friends, we don’t have to hibernate as soon as the last of the wrappings and ornaments are put away: Del Tura’s activity and entertainment schedule is as full as ever: that calendar you got for Christmas will be full before you know it. And allow me to encourage you to make

it even fuller by volunteering to help out with one of these events.

Retirement doesn’t mean rocking chairs anymore—except as a place to stow your golf shoes and your swim goggles (all of which you can throw on the floor if you want to rock while reading your Tower).

A very gentle reminder: 2015 HOA membership dues should be paid before the first of the year.

Your participation in the HOA is very important to its continuing and helps support much of the programming and much of the entertainment that residents take for granted; moreover, it gives you first dibs for most ticketed events

as well as a subscription to The Tower. Membership also confers voting privileges for Board elections and decisions to mediate.

We think you can’t find anywhere that $12 will buy you more.

One final note: Barry, if you’re somewhere looking over us, I want you to know that the turn lane going north is now actually long enough to enter and roll to— rather than screech to—a stop.

For this we owe you a belated but heartfelt debt of thanks. Wish you were here to see it.

Happy New Year, Everyone.

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International Food Festival Jan. 24, 2015 It is back! You loved it and we listened. Keep your eyes and ears posted for more details in the coming weeks. If you are interested in helping, please contact Michelle Prianciani at 567-2110 or by email at dmp3663@centurylink.net

Timely Reminder PHONE NUMBER FOR OUR HOA OFFICE IS 239-731-3461

EDITORIAL STAFF Editor: DORIS MEYER Co-Editor: GINNIE BENJAMINS Staff: DIANNE RODERICK SUE DUNIGAN RHETA KANEN EVELYN LAFLIN JOAN STEVENSON BARBARA ROULLIARD

Circulation: JOYCE FISCHER BOB MEYER LU ANN BROWNELL JAY FLANAGAN PEG MCTERNAN LIZ FLANAGAN ALICE HARRIS GEORGIA ULRICH SANDY ROLANDO

HOA Liaison: DONNA BURNS PHILLIPS Tower Photographers: BILL NEZAMIS AND KAREN RIVET Many thanks to all the volunteer residents who have donated their time to “The Tower”.

We are looking for more volunteers. Please Help!

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HOA BOARD ADDRESSES Donna Burns Phillips, President (2015) 788 Via Del Sol North Fort Myers, FL 33903 (239) 731-2760 (239) 218-3394 (cell) dburnsphillips@gmail.com

James Stenzel, Vice President (2016) 6053 Tierra Entrada North Fort Myers, FL 33903 (239)826-0524 (cell) stenji49@gmail.com

Florence Kay Nezamis, Secretary (2017) 5531 San Luis Drive North Fort Myers, FL 33903 (239)349-4608 flonez1948@gmail.com

Ruth Ann Blevins, Treasurer (2015) 814 Via Del Sol North Fort Myers, FL 33903 (239) 543-8134 (239) 220-9381 (cell) rblevinshoa11@yahoo.com

Douglas R. Prianciani, Director (2016) 555 Catalina Drive North Fort Myers, FL 33903 (239) 567-2110 dmp3663@centurylink.net

Charles B. Smith, Director (2015) 924 Via La Paz North Fort Myers, FL 33903 (239) 313-1822 charlesbs@comcast.net

Alan Wells, Director (2017) 4327 Via Los Angeles North Fort Myers, FL 33903 (309) 360-1145 (cell) cadoua@gmail.com

Mary White, Director (2016) 5524 San Luis Drive North Fort Myers, FL 33903 (307) 631-5945 (cell) havasu.lakemary@gmail.com

Kevin Wilcox, Director (2017) 5530 San Luis Drive North Fort Myers, FL 33903 (239) 731-8474 (773) 230-0484 (cell) louisew@ameritech.net

Bart DeGraaf (ex officio, Legal Committee Chair) 4046 Avenida Del Tura North Fort Myers, FL 33903 (239) 599-4404 bjdghoa@comcast.net

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near my front door if I am away when you stop by. Again, NO CASH accepted, only a check payable to Del Tura HOA in the amount of $12.00. You must provide your Del Tura address and phone number and a selfaddressed stamped envelope so your membership card/cards can be mailed to you if you choose to drop off your check.

If you call me in advance to be sure I will be home when you come to pay your dues you will not need the stamped envelope to obtain your HOA membership card. (731-1937) What if I am away from Del Tura or unable to stop at your home?

1. If you opt to pay by mail,

once again, only a check payable to Del Tura HOA in the amount of $12.00 will be accepted. You must provide your Del Tura address and a self-addressed stamped envelope in order that your membership card/cards can be mailed to you. You should mail your dues to: Doris Meyer 246 Las Palmas Blvd.

North Fort Myers, FL 33903-1505 Any questions regarding delivery of “The Tower” call Joyce Fischer at 7313305.

Thank you for your cooperation… Doris Meyer (Membership)

SAVE THE DATE

LET ME SHOW YOU HOW!

PH: 239-731-1732 Cell: 239-896-0291

Dues collections for 2015 continue each week at Coffee Hour, starting at 8:00 a.m., both before the meeting, and immediately following the meeting.

Following are a list of alternate ways you may use to pay your dues: How do I pay my dues?

1. A check made payable to Del Tura HOA in the amount of $12.00. NO CASH will be accepted.

2. You must provide your Del Tura address and telephone number.

What if I can’t come to Coffee Hour?

1. You may pay your dues at my home at 246 Las Palmas Blvd.

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Since 1970, the month of January has been declared National Volunteer Blood Donor Month and what better way to support this is to donate your blood at Del Tura’s upcoming Blood Drive.

The drive is in conjunction with the Health and Wellness Expo on

Wednesday, January 21, 2015 in our Clubhouse from 9:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m.

A representative from Lee Memorial Blood Center will join us at coffee on Tuesday, January 20, 2015.

Also, It is important to know all donated blood remains in Lee County.

Sign-up sheets and posters will be available soon in both the Clubhouse and the HOA office.

Call me at 217-0592 with any questions or email dcottini@comcast.net

Bonus - receive a free T-shirt for donating

Mark Your Calendar Jan. 1

New Years Day

Jan. 5

First day ticket sales for the International Food Festival

Jan. 6

Good Timers Meeting

Jan. 9

FMO Meeting

Jan. 11

Tennis Annual Meeting and Election of Board

Spray Crete • Stucco • Landscape Curbing • Keystone

Jan. 13

Investment Club Meeting

TOM’S CONCRETE, INC.

Jan. 14

HOA Board Meeting 3:30 p.m.

Jan. 17

Professional Show - Chris Poje and Dan St. Paul

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Backhoe • Grading • Filll • Top Soil • Rock • Bush Bus Hogg

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Health Fair and Wellness Expo

Jan. 24

International Food Festival

Jan. 26

First day ticket sales for the Valentine Dance with Brylcream

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Reflections

from our life experiences that we have “no control” over what obstacles we will encounter in 2015.

That my friends, is a good thing!

We cannot allow ourselves to think about what might or might not happen tomorrow. We have to focus on each new day and surround ourselves with people that fill those days with lots of love and laughter.

Let the positive, warm, loving, pleasant memories of the past and the pleasurable moments of the present be the fuel that energizes your outlook as we enter into this New Year. Hug a little tighter, visit a little longer, take time to play a little more. Listen to your heart and let it lead you. Love, through each new day.

Wishing each of you a very Blessed and Happy New Year!

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As we think back and reflect on the beginning of each New Year one cannot help to feel a bit melancholy. The holiday rush and the excitement of preparing for the holiday celebrations with our families and friends has come and gone in a blink of an eye, or so it seems. The tree and its decorations are put away and the house feels extremely bare. Once again we are consumed by the quiet that surrounds us and we think to ourselves, how can this be January 2015, wasn’t it just…??? That’s when we begin to wander back to the Januarys of the past remembering when the New Year brought us so many unexpected pleasures. Those pleasures became the treasures that we hold dear in our hearts today. Some of us will wander back and relive the times of our youth, while others

will reminisce our later years.

As I am writing this I’m thinking back to how the Januarys of my youth would bring those blizzards that would gleefully greet us each New Year. Here I am feeling all excited once again as I visualize the scene. Snowdrifts as high as the roof tops! Remember how the excitement would grow with each snowflake! Running from window to window and constantly checking the radio for school cancellations? Why was it that our school district seemed to be the very last one to be called off? (And did Foster Glouster ever have school in the winter?)

So much fun!

A New Year holds promise, the unknown, the unexpected…we enter into it with a feeling of hope that our lives will be blessed with all good things! Although each New Year will bring along with it some unpleasantness, we know

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FISH NEWS December was certainly a very busy month. We started with the Christmas Tree Lighting and Jacquie Keen’s entertaining Christmas show. Who knew that we have so many talented people here in Del Tura? Then we finished the month, and the year, with New Year’s Eve. No matter where you celebrated the New Year coming in I hope it was amazing.

In January all the 90 yearsof-age and older will receive an invitation to the February 3 lun-

cheon to be held at Heron Glen’s restaurant. The invitation will be for each over-90 resident and their companion. There is no cost to anyone. If, when you receive the invitation, you have no one to escort you, please call me. There are many people in FISH who would be happy to drive you and escort you into the restaurant and sit with you and then see that you will get home safely.

When you receive your invitation please give me a quick call

so we can let the restaurant know how many people will be coming.

Isn’t it nice that we can go out on February 3 and not have to worry about boots, coats, gloves and scarves. Three cheers for Florida!

Have a happy and joyful 2015!

Don’t forget that FISH is here to assist you throughout the years.

Ginnie Benjamins, President 239-322-9863

FIsH of del Tura service Hours YOUR NAME ___________________________________________________________ SERVICE PROVIDED ____________________________________________________ PERSON SERVED _____________ __________________________________________ DATE OF SERVICE _____________ _________________________________________

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HOURS _____________ ___________________________________________________ Please return to: Betty Scheetz, 1308 San Miguel Lane (609) 477-9147

FISH Fruit Tree Picking Project

By Rick Rudzik And Sherry Plisch – Co-Chairs Just a timely note of gratitude to the generous residents of Del Tura.

The committee would like to keep the community appraised of our progress and to give the proper, well deserved Kudos and special thanks to our resident fruit

donors. Without these donors the needy of our community would not receive the fruit they need to supplement whatever diet they do have available to them.

So, to date (our picking season runs from 10/1 – to 9/30 each year) the team has picked 769 pounds of fruit, namely; grapefruit, tangerines and oranges. So far this season the residents who

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opened up the opportunity to pick their fruit were: Helene Stell, Bill Hurley, Paul Schaefer, Lora Welch, Berti Dugo, Bill Smith and Charles Smith.

God bless you and thank you very much!

Have a great and successful New Year 2015!

FIsH

to reach us please call 997-FIsH (997-3474)

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International Food Festival

By Michelle Prianciani On January 24, in the Starlight Ballroom you will be able to taste ethic foods from ten countries around the world from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Come sample foods from Italy, Thailand, Greece, Israel, Mexico, U.K., Poland, Germany, Holland, and the United States.

Tickets will go on sale on Monday, January 5, 2015, in the Royal Palm Room at 9:00 am for

HOA members only. Ticket sales, open to all residents, will continue on Tuesday, January 13 and January 20 before coffee. Ticket price

of $14.00 includes wine, beer and soft drinks. There will also be ice cream from around the world.

On the day of the festival, please write on the back of your ticket your name and phone number. Wine from each country will be raffled. You do not need to be present to win.

Remember this is one of our most popular events and tickets sell out quickly.

HOA Sponsored – No Refunds – Checks Preferred

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Laishley’s Crab House 100 E. Rhetta Esplanade Punta Gorda, Fl. 33950 (941) 205.5566

By Jack Ulr Recently my wife and I with friends, while driving to Punta Gorda, decided to find a nice restaurant to sit and relax and have a leisurely lunch.

We stopped at Laishley’s Crab House Restaurant located at 1200 W. Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda, Fl. 33950.

We were pleasantly surprised with their ultra-prominent location on the Peace River. The view

of the river and Marina is as good as it gets. This place could serve really bad food and still put people in seats.

That not being the case with the food, the lunch menu was large and varied. We were all pleased and full by the time we finished our meals. The staff was knowledgeable and attentive.

I would recommend an evening dinner, because the sunsets must be spectacular and romantic.

I would certainly recommend this restaurant to anyone. You can view their menu online at www. smugglers.com.

Restaurant Review Editor Note

The Tower is featuring a restaurant review as an addition to our issues. If you want to participate in reviewing a restaurant you enjoyed, Doris Meyer will accept a review sent as an email to her with an attachment. Her email is moredor1034@aol.com. If you do not have a computer you may type or print your review and bring it to the HOA office.

If you submit a review you must provide your full name.

Your name will not be published unless you choose to see your name in print.

Only FAVORABLE reviews will be published.

“MOVEMBER” DONATIONS EXCEED GOALS

By Bart DeGraaf

Once again the residents of Del Tura have proven their spirit of giving. “MOVEMBER”, the month long November funds drive to support men’s health awareness, was a grand success, raising more than $2,100. The event’s planners had set an ambitious goal of $1,500 only to see it exceeded by some 30%. The MOVEMBER national charity returns more than 83% of the funds collected to research into the prevention and cures of Prostate and

Testicular Cancers along with support for men’s mental health programs.

This year’s campaign included distribution of more than 200 moustaches for donations, “MOVEMBER at the Pub” with everyone sporting “MO’s”, a garage style sale in the parking lot (aptly named Junk in the Trunk) with 30 stalls “rented”, and The Moustache Ball, a 50’s - 60’s themed dance attended by more than 150 nostalgic party goers. Special thanks to Nick and the Pub staff for creating a fun night and to

Jerry Leafer, our very own Jerry the DJ, for providing the musical mood.

Thank you to all who donated to this very special charity. And thank you to all who volunteered to help with ticket sales, decorations, publicity, moustache wearing, party planning, pictures, moustache growing and all the small things that make this a success but aren’t seen. Oh, yeah, did we mention moustache growing and showing. As we say down in the south, “Y’all are special!”.

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Thanksgiving and Christmas Basket Project

First and foremost I wish to thank Charlene and Ron Ruotolo for doing a wonderful job organizing this project. They made my job much easier. They work on this all year long.

We provided 70 families with a full Thanksgiving dinner and a full Christmas ham dinner plus all the extra food donations that help them a little with everyday life.

Plus every single person in every family receives a gift for Christ-

mas. The little ones get toys, the teens get an article of clothing and every Mom, Dad and Grandparent and lives in that household gets a gift. We leave out no one.

This happens because of Charlene always looking for the 30% coupons that she uses on the clearance racks, thanks to your cash donations.

Now my thanks to all the volunteers who helped me pull this

News From The Ceramic Club

By Janet Ragone There will be a workshop the last week of January.Please sign up by January 12, 2015.

A gentle reminder to all club members that your dues are due in January.

all together. A special thanks to Ruth Anten for getting together our flyer volunteers. We had several new homeowners step up to help. Thank you all so very much!

It just goes to show that working together we can do amazing things.

Happy New Year and God Bless you all.

Betty Scheetz

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Good Timers Singles News

Alice Harris

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At Alice Harris’ eightieth birthday party, I realized how many people consider Alice their forever friend. Yes, she is understanding, caring, helpful, amusing, clever, etc., etc., etc. She has been involved in so many activities in Del Tura throughout the past several years including serving as president of the Good Timers, HMO representative, wall committee and welcoming committee member, HOA office and FISH volunteer. She has been a member of several holiday pageants, and a Tower staff member as well. When I first came to Del Tura, Alice was one of the very first people I met, and I said to myself, if the other people are anything like Alice, I certainly made the right choice to move here. I, as well as so many others, are fortunate to have Alice as a treasured friend. Happy Birthday, Alice!

At our December meeting, we greeted guests Vicky Lankamer and Charlie Zito whom we hope will decide to become members of the Good Timers. This was Peg McTernan’s last meeting as president. Job well done!

BRAVO, Peg! Members were gifted with good food, and the opportunity to celebrate with friends at the annual Christmas dinner hosted by Peg and other officers at our own Fountain Grille. We celebrated the December birthdays of Linda Leeper, Alice Harris, Nancy Skorlinski, Brenda Blasie, Serafina Goncalves, and Fred Mendenhall. As always, the Yankee Swap provided much laughter.

The whereabouts and date of the January birthday dinner will be announced and discussed at the Tuesday, January 6, meeting at 5:00 p.m. at the Clubhouse. We will serenade our January birthday celebrants, Marge Applebaum, Lee Arthur, Millie Hanrahan and Lillian Klopp at that time.

The dinner will be hosted by our new president, Mary Lou Pudlo,

Join and share good times with other Del Turians during 2015.

As we start a new year, I, as others, can look back at last year and reflect on the many good times we shared, and that is wonderful. Having my Dad pass last month, I treasure even more the willingness of friends to share the not so good times with one another. That is what makes living in Del Tura something to cherish.

On behalf of the Good Timers, we wish you happiness, good health, and peace in 2015.

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“Forever friends are a treasure of understanding and compassion. Cherish them.”

Ann Leigh Mercee

and there will be no charge for those who were members during 2014. Lorna Callan is arranging for Del Turian, Jim Smith, to share his “abracadabra” magic abilities with us. Sign up at the meeting or on the sign-up sheet posted on the bulletin board on the lower level of the clubhouse across from the pub.

You can smell the sea air when Linda Goldsmith talks about the booth the Good Timers will host at this year’s International Food Fair on January 24. You will have to stop by to see what she and her buddies are serving. Last words on this subject -- “hot diggity” -- See you at the Food Fair!

In order to receive full benefit of your $25 membership dues, January is the best time to join the Good Timers. If you are single, widowed, or divorced, you are eligible. Attend a meeting on the first Tuesday of each month as a guest, or call Pat Clemens at 567-0716 or Lyn Bailey at 543-9020 with questions or to express your interest.

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Entertainment News

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The Christmas and New Year’s holidays are over and I hope all of you have had time to catch your breath. The Entertainment Committee has a really entertaining show planned for you on Saturday, January 17, and I want to tell you more about these two very talented entertainers. Following is a brief biography for each.

DAN ST. PAUL After a seven-year stint of headlining San Francisco clubs in the comedy duo Murphy-St. Paul, Dan launched out on his own with a solo act that was to land him in the finals of the nation’s toughest comedy competition, The San Francisco International Stand-Up Comedy Competition.

Soon after, Dan moved to Los Angeles and appeared on several episodes of “An Evening at the Improv”, plus numerous shows on VH-1, MTV, and Comedy Central. Since then, he has opened for such superstars as Jerry Seinfeld, Natalie Cole, Dwight Yoakum, Smokey Robinson, and Vince Gill. In a testament to the class of his act, Dan even opened for the San Francisco Symphony (“These guys are great! I knew them back when they were just a

garage band.”).

He appeared in the movie “Flubber” with Robin Williams, and signed a recording deal with MCA records. His CD, “Natural and Good for You” contains one of the most requested comedy pieces on radio, “The First Baseball Game”. He also is the star of his own one-man play, “Outer Mission, Middle Class - The Comic Diary of an Immigrant’s Son.” The Los Angeles Theater and Entertainment Review said about Dan, “Combining a sharp, clean wit with an outstanding talent for creating characters, Dan’s show appeals to audiences of all ages...what sets Dan apart is that he doesn’t just tell jokes, but rather creates a series of comedic events.”

Armed with a Bachelor’s Degree in Italian from UC Berkeley, a teaching credential from San Francisco State, and a Master’s Degree in special education, the majority of Dan’s material comes from being a suburban husband and father and dealing with the frustrations of everyday life.

Dan lives in Foster City, CA with his wife Cara and his son Roy. CHRIS POJE Chris Poje is originally from Queens, NY where he owned

and performed in live bands from 1975 – 1994. In 2001, Chris retired from the NYPD as a Detective Sergeant, after completing 20 years of service and moved to Lititz, PA in Lancaster County.

Chris now owns Chris Poje Productions and performs at over 100 events each year. We are very lucky to have him with us as he is only here in Florida during February 2015.

In 2010, Chris won the title of “PA State Senior Idol” in a statewide singing contest, performing his moving renditions of “Unchained Melody” and “My Way”.

Chris’ charm and entertaining personality bring fun and excitement to his interactive show.

Chris looks forward to enjoying the good life of a “Snow Bird” and performing for Florida audiences in the winter months. His show encompasses the hits of the Rat Pack through ‘50s – ‘60s rock ‘n roll to contemporary artists; something for everyone!

There is a flyer for this show elsewhere in The Tower with all the information regarding the ticket sale dates and prices, etc. I look forward to seeing each and every one of you at the show!

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Before purchasing a citrus tree, homeowners should research citrus greening disease and then decide if they want to invest the time and money to cultivate a healthy citrus tree.

Citrus greening disease (HLB) is a disease, which has devastated citrus groves across the country.

It is spread by the saliva of the Asian citrus psyllid insect, which feeds on the leaves of citrus.

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The disease attacks the root system, ultimately causing the decline and death of the tree.

The early symptoms of HLB appear on leaves as vein yellowing and asymmetrical discoloration. Other symptoms can include notches on the leaf edge, irregular, discolored and/or bitter fruit and fruit drop and branch dieback.

All citrus varieties are susceptible and root damage occurs before the symptoms appear.

Although there is no cure, scientist and the citrus industry have developed effective methods for combating the effects of greening.

Homeowners who wish to grow

backyard citrus can duplicate these methods. The methods are: • Controlling the Asian psyllid by using a systemic root drench containing imidacloprid every two months.

• Applications of a high quality, controlled-release fertilizer.

• Regular applications of a foliar fertilizer developed for citrus.

• Consistent irrigation, proper pruning, sunny location, good drainage and maintaining the root area free of weeds, grass and mulch.

• Elimination of any lakeview or orange jasmine plants on the property because this plant is a host plant for the Asian citrus psyllid.

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What Can You Learn from the “Oracle of Omaha”?

Warren Buffet, the “Oracle from Omaha,” is considered one of the most successful investors in history. Yet while the investment world may seem complex, Mr. Buffet’s advice is actually pretty simple. Here are a few Buffet quotes, along with some suggestions on putting them to use:

“Whether we’re talking about socks or stocks, I like buying quality merchandise when it is marked down.”

Essentially, this means you should look for good investment vehicles whose price may have dropped. A “bear” market tends to drag down many stocks — even those with strong fundamentals and favorable prospects. These stocks might then be considered “bargains.” One way to determine whether a stock is “expensive” or “cheap” is by looking at its price-to-earnings ratio (P/E). For example, if Company “A” has a share price of $20 and earnings per share of $4, then it has a P/E of 5. On the other hand, if Company “B” has the same share price of $20, but has earnings per share of $2, its P/E would be 10. So it would be considered more expensive than Company “A.” Be aware, though, that the P/E ratio works better as a measure of cost when you are comparing two companies in the same industry.

“Time is the friend of the wonderful business, the enemy of the mediocre.”

Be prepared to own quality stocks for the long term; over time, your confidence may be rewarded. On the other hand, if an investment is not of high quality quality, its flaws will be revealed over the years.

“If investors insist on trying to time their participation in equities, they should try to be fearful when others are greedy and greedy only when others are fearful.”

Trying to “time” the market — that is, attempting to buy when prices are low and sell when prices are high — is a difficult task. Too many people do just the opposite: They try to “cut their losses” by selling when the market is down and then go after the “hot” investment whose price may already be as high as it’s going to go. Mr. Buffet clearly is not in favor of a market timing approach, and those who try to do it, he says, are probably better off by going against the crowd. Keep in mind, though, that even when holding investments rather than trying to time the market, investing in equities does involve risk, including potential loss of principal.

“When we own portions of outstanding businesses with outstanding managements, our favorite holding period is forever.”

When should you sell good investments? Never, according to Mr. Buffet. And while this endless holding period may not be possible for all of us, you get the idea: the longer you keep a good investment, the better off you may be when you do sell.

“The line separating investment and speculation, which is never bright and clear, becomes blurred still further when most market participants have recently enjoyed triumphs. Nothing sedates rationality like large doses of effortless money.”

The lesson here? Be an investor, not a speculator. A long run-up in the market can increase your wealth, but it may also make you prone to risky behavior if you think that all your investments will rise indefinitely.

As an investor, you may well want to consider Mr. Buffet’s ideas— after all, they’ve sure worked well for him.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

Edward Jones, its employees and investment representatives do not offer estate-planning, tax or legal advice.

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the deck with all sails unfurled as you attempt to catch a Confederate blockade runner. The nautical references are easy to understand and the writing style is easy to read; the characters are believable and compelling.

Robert Macomber, who resides in the nearby area is currently working on his twelfth volume of the Peter Wake series. In subsequent novels, young Peter Wake gains bigger ships to command, a family, and a constant conflict between his duty as husband and father and the call of his nation for his service.

At the Edge of Honor won the 2003 Patrick D. Smith Literary Award for Best Historical Novel of Florida, the first of several awards honoring Robert Macomber’s books.

Please see www.robertmacomber.com for a complete list of his books.

Nite at the Races - Thank You We want to thank everyone who played a role in making the 2014 Nite at the Races a success.

That includes the HOA which sponsored the event, the Committee members: Don Dowell, Ron Raming, Barbara Boyd, Jayleen Ruffalo, Barb Jones, Dennis Cottini, Helene Glasson, Paul and Linda Locke, Mary Kay and Joe

Romagano, Karen Stevenson, Phyllis Torney, Barbara Wills, Karen Hoppe and Bob Hoppe, Glenda and Tony Oliver, Ron Winsor, Linda Goldsmith, Peg Terrasi, Connie Ashcroft, Nancy Collins, Judy and Dave Jacobs.

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provides lots of sailing, some combat, some troubled romance with the daughter of a prominent Southern sympathizer, and lots of vivid descriptions of southwest Florida when only a few settlers and native peoples populated its coast and islands. Wake’s adventures include an intelligence gathering mission in Havana and a brush with the Royal Navy in the Bahamas. But central to the story is a young commander of an armored sloop who is thrown into a war of brother against brother, the great and bloody American Civil War. Sometimes compared to the English naval historian and novelist Patrick O’Brian whose monumental series of books centered on the character of “Lucky” Jack Aubrey, Robert Macomber’s series is more character-centered and less ship-centered. That doesn’t mean that you won’t be rolling on

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By Helen Townsend and Lorna Callan Lorna Callan and I (Helen Townsend) have volunteered to take any donations you care to make to the working needy families of Suncoast.

Any items you care to donate such as clothing, shoes, pocket books, non-perishable foods,

small appliances and other household items, (all in good working condition please), just give us a call or leave items by our garage door and we will be happy to deliver them. We deliver all year.

Since we will not be holding a regular Trash and Treasures sale here in Del Tura this year as we have in the past, this is a very good way to get rid of items you

would usually donate. For larger items please call one of us so we can arrange for Suncoast to make a pickup at your home.

Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Helen Townsend at 530 Catalina Dr. 731-0477 Lorna Callan at 4413 San Lucian Ln. 731-8348

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Add the shrimp to the orzo and then add the scallions, dill, parsley, cucumber, onion, 2 tsp. salt, and 1 tsp. pepper. Toss well. Add the feta and stir carefully. Set aside at room temperature for 1 hour to allow the flavors to blend. Or refrigerate overnight. If refrigerated, taste again for seasonings and bring back to room temperature before serving.

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By Dennis Cottini

A bit of thanks and praise is going out to our very own Dot Brown on Catalina. Dot has been the manager of All Souls Episcopal Church Thrift Store in North Fort Myers since the first of the year and has worked there for a couple years before.

The News-Press’ Artful Shopper column recently featured Dot and the work she does for the store.

The store sells clothing for men, women and children including antiques, toys, books and lots of furniture and accessories. They also have their own “loan closet” as we

do with walkers and wheel chairs.

She is very pleased with the store’s organization and cleanliness and the store offers more reasonable prices than other thrift stores. On Thursdays, they do free pickups for furniture and larger donations and deliveries for $25.

There are customer appreciation days with pastries and coffee.

Most importantly, the store is associated with the church’s outreach program for the residents of North Fort Myers, who apply for food and other services. Those that qualify are able to shop in the “bargain room” with a fixed amount per month that can be

spent there. Recently the store gave out $1200 worth of clothes to those in need. Proceeds from the store go back into the church’s ministry including (ESL) English as a Second Language and the Outreach Program.

The store is located at 14640 N. Cleveland Ave. in North Fort Myers and their hours are 9:00 am4:00 p.m. Tuesday thru Saturday, closed Mondays. The telephone number is 656-6229 and their website is www.all-souls.dioswfl. org/thrift/store.

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Know Your Volunteer(s) Ginnie And Gerry Benjamins

By Barbara Rouillard

Ginnie and Gerry Benjamins will be married 40 years in March 2015. As I took their picture Ginnie said, “And we still really like each other!” After you get to know Ginnie and Gerry, you will really like them, too! I felt so uplifted after meeting this lovely couple.

Gerry was born in Indonesia, and moved to Holland when he was ten years old. He and his family were sponsored by two doctors and came to America when he was 12 years old and settled in Alfred, NY. He was naturalized when he was 16. Ginnie grew up in Philadelphia in a pre-Civil War home on a cobblestone street.

Gerry graduated as a ceramic engineer and moved to Philadelphia. A former girlfriend of his set him up on his first date with Ginnie! She had two children from a previous marriage and told him she would go out with him if he paid for the babysitter. He said,

“Sure” and the rest is history! The couple moved to Cleveland, Ohio where Gerry joined the C.A. Litzler Company. In the thirty seven years with this company he taught himself electrical engineering and eventually became head of the electric design group. Gerry traveled the world extensively, and Ginnie would join him when she could. Together, they traveled to China, Japan, Korea, Indonesia, Luxembourg, France, Switzerland, and Canada and all over the United States. Ginnie was a kindergarten teacher, a school bus driver, and worked as Head of Transportation at the Lake Ridge Private School. The last fifteen years that she worked was in the office of a chemical company.

Eight years ago, they were traveling in Southwest Florida searching for a residence and community.

They were having lunch at Sabal Springs and a person came over to chat and told them about Del Tura.

They visited Del Tura and fell in love with it! In 2006, they moved

into 1131 La Paloma Blvd.

Ginnie and Gerry both volunteer their time in many ways.

Ginnie is a past president of HOA, and Gerry a past treasurer of HOA. They both have worked on the Entertainment Committee bringing in a variety of acts and musicians for the dances. Gerry is an avid tennis player and does the coordination of the tennis league. He is also very good at the card game Hand and Foot!

Ginnie currently acts as president of FISH (Friends in Service Here). Gerry is the treasurer.

Ginnie prepares the agenda for FISH meetings and chairs the meeting the first Tuesday of every month. She oversees eighty six active volunteers who are already planning events for 2015! FISH is self-sustaining and relies on the generous donations of our community. Ginnie also works on The Tower doing proofreading and has been the Co-Editor for the last three years.

Ginnie and Gerry have big,

Ginnie And Gerry Benjamins warm smiles and hearts of gold.

I came away from them feeling their genuine love of giving back to the community of Del Tura and

their love for each other! Thank you, Gerry and Ginnie, for making our lives richer by your contributions.

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Our Del Tura Flag Monument

By Jay Flanagan

Those of us who were fortunate enough to attend the very impressive Veteran’s Day ceremonies must be very proud of our Memorial dedicated to the

9/11 tragedy and all of our servicemen. The committee who put Del Tura’s tribute together should be praised for their work on the festivities. We Del Turians must also be thankful for the group who spearheaded the con-

struction of what, I am sure, is a remembrance second to none in any community like ours.

However, I have heard that the committee in charge of the memorial is nearly out of funds to ensure the continued upkeep and

other construction additions that may be planned and financially feasible. We must always have a budget large enough to keep our prize in tiptop shape. Please consider a donation the Memorial Fund so they can continue their

fine and dedicated work on our tribute.

Monies can be directed to the fund and left in the Hometown Management office or by contacting members of the committee.

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HOA Save Our Strays Committee Del Tura Golf and Country Club

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This year the Craft Fair celebrated its 28th year. The object of the Fair is to raise money for charity. The amount raised and donated was $1,600.00.

As usual the residents of Del Tura Golf and Country Club came to my aid, allowing me to produce another success. We had over forty vendors and they went home very happy with their profits. This year the amount of residents renting tables has increased. I have not seen as many resident vendors in the six years I have been coordinating the Fair. Of course, there are many non-resident vendors who come back year after year to sell their wares, so, we must be doing something right!

My thanks to everyone who

helped me out this year - and in years past. It takes a lot of manpower to put on the Fair. There are many aspects of the Fair: Not only signing up the vendors and finding them tables, there is; setting up the tables and breaking them down again, keeping our roadside sign up to date; setting up the sound system, purchasing and setting up the wine for Friday evening and giving out the wine to the residents. There is managing the parking and the traffic, for both, the vendors and the patrons, organizing the raffle, selling the tickets, drawing the many winners, calling winning tickets and delivering the prizes.

There is also organizing and cooking the hot dog lunch, then selling the meal tickets. Last but by no means least, “Walkers”!

These folks make sure that the patrons are aware that there is another whole Craft Fair in the three ballrooms down the hall. They must walk about twenty miles between Friday and Saturday and they never complain. The walkers also help folks fill out patrons raffle tickets with their name and phone number and make sure they get their ticket in the correct bag.

Well now you know what it takes to make the Craft Fair work.

We have many balls in the air at any given time. I want to thank all the residents who volunteer year after year to do these chores in order to make it a fun day for all our residents.

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Mailbag I want to say a big THANK YOU to everyone who made my surprise 60th birthday party a wonderful night.

I am blessed to have each and every one of you in my life.

Jayleen Ruffalo  I would like to thank everyone who donated monies to me for Making Strides against breast cancer.

Jayleen Ruffalo  My mother Alice Barrett and I want to thank everyone who attended my sister Dian’s Celebration of Life/Memorial service on November 8. We were honored by your presence and support.

Judie Welch, thanks for securing the Royal Palm ballroom. You and your helpers did a wonderful job of decorating and setting up the food as well as all the “behind the scene work”. We appreciate

everything you did.

Jacquie Keen and Geri Robbins, thanks for coming through with easels so we were able to display six posters of photos of Dian and family for everyone to view.

Thanks Kevin and Louise Wilcox for your help, and a great big hug for Duffy Wilcox for shopping with me for the food, for working with my nephew on the video, for helping to transport everything, but mainly for the love you showed my sister over the last several months of her life.

The family of Robert Savitt thanks all who expressed condolences to us through phone calls, mass and sympathy cards, notes, gifts of food, flowers, prayers, and contributions to Hospice. He loved his years living in Del Tura and the kind, caring people who reside here, and so do we.

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Men’s Golf Association News

By Jay Flanagan With the new year upon us, the Men’s Golf Association’s schedule gets into full swing. As in the past, each Wednesday at 8:00 a.m. a new game is scheduled.

Members of the association can be included by signing up on the entry sheet posted in the dungeon.

Entries must be completed by Sunday night before the following Wednesday.

Beside the Wednesday contests, MGA will sponsor tourna-

ments that will take place through the end of March. Featured in this list will be the Bloody Mary Open on January 1 and Jack and Jill (a couples contest) Tournament on January 7 and 8. On January 14, 21, 28 and February 4 a Partner Match Play Tournament will take place. On February 18, 19, and 25 will have two time champion Jerry Beiermann seeing if he can defend the Club Championship title. The season will finish with the Member/Member championship on March 18 and March 25.

The first championship of the season was completed on November 12, 2014, with the following results: In Flight 1 Wayne Volz defeated Jerry Beiermann 4 and 3.

Flight 2 chamionship was won by Jack Berling over Ron Cole. Mike Palazzolo defeated Jay Flanagan on the 4th extra hole to take Flight 3 and Dick Welch was the victor in Flight 4. Marcel Bedard defeated Tony Oliver for the Flight 5 championship.

Shuffleboard for One and All

By Bob Meyer Once again there will be a shuffleboard group playing on Thursday afternoons from 1:00 p.m.

- 3:00 p.m. beginning January 13, 2015, and continuing through the

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month of March.

All residents are welcome, both homeowners and renters.

Experienced? Join us! Never played but want to learn how to play? Join us! Single? Join us!

Married? Join us!

You just have to show up, and no weekly obligation, come whenever you can.

We play three games and have a lot of fun and laughs.

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By Jack Blevons Happy 2015! Another year has passed, ever so quickly. It is probably a good thing for some who are hoping for a better 2015 and maybe sadly for others because as we age, the time and days are passing by too quickly. It seems when we are young, we can’t get old fast enough and now the older we get there is no way to slow down “Father Time.” So, we need to live each and every day to the fullest, be thankful for what we have from one day to the next as we all know there are millions upon millions who don’t have it as good as we do living here in beautiful Del Tura. The year 2015 marks twenty wonderful years for me here in Del Tura and I wouldn’t trade it for anything! Back to living in paradise again!

Back to shuffleboard!

As I write this today, December 5, we have just finished our fourth week. The standings after the fourth week are as follows.

The “A” flight leaders are Bob/ Donna Crawford in 1st place with a 12/0 win/loss record. In 2nd place are Dave/Nancy Denny at 11/1 and they are followed by Ben Hargraves/Joe Vigillante in 3rd place at 10/2. In the “B” flight in 1st place are Gail Hargraves/ Judy Lessard at 6/6 and they are followed by 4-teams with records of 5/7. They are: Glenn/Diana Camp, Leon/Mary Lou Buss, Lynne Sable/Barb Jones, and Audrey Person/Deb Taylor.

By the next time I write for the February Tower, the list could change a lot. It’s a long season until we end in March.

I also want to mention that January brings a lot of renters

and visitors into our paradise here and just a friendly reminder, the courts are there for everyone’s use. Hometown has been very good to us maintaining our courts and also providing equipment for our enjoyment to play.

They replaced all our old benches last year with new ones and this year have been installing new lights above our score-boards.

Whether you play in groups, or by yourselves or with guests, please respect the rules which state to not walk on the courts themselves, treat all the equipment as if it is yours and please supervise children that you bring there to play.

The equipment costs money. Janet and myself will try to make the repairs on the push sticks with parts again provided by Hometown. So, have fun, enjoy the game and respect the rules that are posted on the side of the shack down there. Thanks for your time in reading this.

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Traveling Shuffleboard League Janet Blevons, Bob and Donna Crawford, Glenn and MaryKay Tointon, Glenn and Diana Camp, Pete Slusarski, Judy Lessard, Dave Denny, Leon and Mary Lou Buss, Al Oostema and Marlene Eck.

Tuesday Morning Bowling League

By Glenn Tointon This year our league has increased from six teams to eight making for a much more competitive league. As of December 5, “Bottoms Up” was leading with a 26-16 record. They also have the highest handicap series with a whopping 2442! The team

consists of Marlene Haag, Janet Ragone, Lou Rotolo, and Dave Csuy.

In second with a record of 2517 is the team called “3 Guys and a Gal” consisting of Tom Janer, Evelyn Laflin, Leon Buss, and Ray Connolly.

High averages are: Men: Jerry Sadowski with a

180, Dave Denny at 160 Women: MaryKay Tointon with a 154, Janet Ragone at 143 Our league is always in need of subs so if you like to bowl but don’t want to commit to a league please call Dave Csuy at 239-5439746. We’d love to have you join us at 10:15 on Tuesdays at All Star Lanes.

Del Tura Thursday Bowling

By Tony Ragone The latest info available covering the first six weeks of league play in the 2014-2015 season finds three teams sharing first place with 26 points won. The three teams and their members are “Just Do It” consisting of Jane Snyder, Joan Whaley, Gerry Dyer and Joan Stevenson; “Barry’s Bombers” with Dave Lane, Faye Hall, Barry Plisch and a “Vacancy”; and “Hits and Misses” with

Peg MacMillan, Audrey Person, John Norton and Ray Connelly.

Top scorers in the various categories for the same period are: MEN Scratch Game Barry Plisch (210); Scratch Series Ray Connelly (567); Handicap Series Don Mummert (718); and Handicap Game Lou Rotolo (259) WOMEN Scratch Game Joan Stevenson (186); Scratch Series Joan Whaley (484); Handicap Series Dee Wipperfurth (682); and Handicap Game Janet Ragone

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MaryKay Tointon. Next up was Laurel Estates on December 10.

The league consists of: Del Tura, Laurel Estates, Heritage, Windmill Village, Tara Woods, Lake Fairways, Lake Arrowhead and Six Lakes.

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(247).

We still have four of the eight teams playing with a “Vacancy” on their team and memberships are open for those vacancies.

Subs are always needed so come on out on Thursday afternoons for some exercise and fun. To sub or join call Joan Stevenson (239) 731-2881, Ray Connelly (239) 543-7705 or Tony Ragone (239) 543-7818.

To All Mah Jongg Players Once again, I will be taking orders for the 2015 Mah Jongg cards. It really pays to order them in bulk because we get a donation to give to the Friends in Service Here (FISH) for the benefit of our Del Tura residents.

This past year, thanks to all of you, FISH received a check for $139.00. The cards this year are the same price. The standard cards are $8.00 and the large cards are $9.00.

To order a card, please call me

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Del Tura Amigos

By Jay Flanagan

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The Del Tura Amigos, sporting new players, open their season on Monday January 5, 2015, against Pine Lakes and conclude the week on Wednesday, January 7, playing last years champion Lake Fairways.

Both games have a starting time of 5:30 p.m. with Monday’s contest following the Mark and Mary Ford League’s opening ceremonies featuring Del Tura’s Mary Ford throwing out the first pitch.

All the league games are played at the Carmalita Sports Complex at the corner of Florida St. and Carmalita Blvd. in Punta Gorda.

The complex can be reached from Del Tura by traveling north on 41 past Tuckers Grade to a

right onto Taylor Rd. (look for the SWFC sign.) Follow Taylor past Walmart to Airport Rd. (2nd stop light), take a right and a left on Florida (do not cross the Inter-

state.) The complex is approximately one mile up Florida on the

left.

The Amigos who have a 49 win 8 loss and 2 tie win and lost record over the past three seasons, are again looking forward to an outstanding season. The team is returning nineteen of twenty players from last year’s roster and have added additional strength with infielders Dan Duffy, Vaughn Wedge, Bob Neilson, Jeff Baker and returning Rick Robbins. Also added are outfielders Don Castle, Bart DeGraaf and Jack Theriault. Team depth should be a great help to the teams success this season.

The Amigos are always looking for community support and hope fans will take the drive to the park and follow them each Monday and Wednesday from January 5 through March 27, 2015.

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Daily Activity Schedule Activity/Contact Information

Monday

The Daily Activity Schedule is updated on a monthly basis. Please submit any corrections or additions to Barb Rouillard at 978-590-5773 or email baballison5@gmail.com prior to the 9th of each month. Thank you

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Exercise Tai Chi , Marjorie Lord, 543-9072 Tura Zumba, Teddy Reid, 731-7251 Jane Fonda Aerobics, Teddy Reid Water Aerobics, North Pool, Marilyn Miller, 731-9934 Yoga Relaxation Jan - Mar 2015 Starlight Ballroom, Dea Wells 283-5603

8:00-9:30 9:30-10:00 10:00-10:45 11:00-12:00

Billiards, Men’s, Harry Christopher, 997-7345 Billiards, Women’s, Ann DeGrande, 989-2206 Nov-Apr Bocce, Nov-April - Peggy Terrasi 603-236-2209 Bocce, Oct-May Bowling For Fun, All Star Lanes, Cheryl DeCara, 543-8751 Bowling, Mixed, All Star Lanes, Dave Csuy, 543-9746-Oct-Mar Bowling, Mixed, All Star Lanes, Ray Connolly, 543-7705 Golf, Men’s 18 Hole League, Jay Flanagan, 543-1640 Golf, Men’s 9 Hole League, Jack Riordan, Pres., 543-3753 Golf, Women’s 18 Hole League, Lynne Miller,731-3628 Golf, Women’s 9 Hole League-Marianne Denman, 543-5968 Shuffleboard, Jack Blevons, 731-0892 Shuffleboard, open Shuffleboard, Open, Robyn Geren, 839-6674 Shuffleboard, Traveling Team, Dec-Mar, Glenn Tointon 920-309-1294 Softball, Punta Gorda, Jay Flanagan - 543-1640 Tennis, Mixed, Open - Dave Harting, 599-8575

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5:00-6:15

8:00-9:30 9:30-10:00 10:00-10:45 11:00-12:00 11:00-12:15

8:00-9:30 9:30-10:00 10:00-10:45 11:00-12:00

Sports 1:00-3:00 6:30-9:30 4:15 3:00-6:00 2:00 10:15 2:30 8:00 9:00 8:30 8:30 1:00 9:00 2:30 12:30 5:30 8:00-10:00

5:30 8:00-10:00

8:00-10:00

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Games Bingo - Oct-Mar, Linda Schoonmaker 543-9432, doors open at 6:15-Sales end 6:45 Starlight Ballroom Bingo - Starlight Ballroom - all year Bridge, Duplicate - Deloris Nelson - 731-9503 Bridge, Duplicate-Carol Marra 731-0845 Bridge, Open - Marjorie Davis - 543-4225 Bridge, Open - Sylvia White - 731-5168 Canasta - Norrine McLaughlin , 543-1276 Dominoes - June Malonson 652-4151 Euchre- Marcella Carothers - 731-3315 Hand & Foot - Card Game, Betty Scheetz - 609-477-9147 Mahjong - Marianne Denman - Card Room II, 543-5968 Mahjong- Dianne Bevilacqua- Card Room I, 567-2234 Mahjong- Glenda Oliver - Card Room II, 834-8699 Mahjong- Rheta Kanen, 731-0809 May I - Card Game- Norrine McLaughlin -543-1276 Pinochle - Marcella Carothers, 731-3315

7:00-9:30 11:00-12:00 6:00-10:00 6:00-10:00 1:30-4:30 1:00-4:00 1:00-4:00 5:30 7:00-9:00 1:00-4:00 7:00 1:00-5:00 6:30

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7:00 1:00-4:00 7:00-10:00

Other Activities & Clubs Wood Carving- Bernie Forsey, 217-6024 - Nov-May Blood Pressure Readings - before coffee in the Starlight Ballroom Ceramics, Janet Ragone, 543-7818 Choralaires-Edna Smith, 543-2467 - Nov-Mar Coffee & Social Hour - Starlight Ballroom Computer Club-Marlene Eck 543-9249, 1st & 3rd Wed. Good Timers-1st wk of Month, Peg Mc Ternan 543-3144 Investment Club, 2nd Tues. of mo. Bob Miller, 731-5609 Library - open every day-Barb Jones 543-6922/Kathleen Quigley 543-1067 Oil Painting - Gerri Robbins, 731-6390 Oct-May Card Making-Mary Kay Tointon 920-309-2121/Gay Dye-731-2633 Video Corner- check hours in the Library

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740-819-0196 Glenn/Mary Kay Tointon ....................... 920-309-1294 Gerry Benjamins ...........................................322-9866 Ron/Gail Howell ............................................599-4169 Meg Gohl ............................................... 320-247-7473 Alice Harmon ........................................ 954-478-4033 Sheffield, Mary...................................... 617-922-9891 McMillan, Peggy ...........................................652-3942 Boykin, Sandy ....................................... 410-491-8824 Tom McGilloway.................................... 609-970-1133 Helen McGilloway ................................. 609-970-3536 John Norton .......................................... cell-671-6133 Robert/Carol Dubel ............................... 585-937-4636 Alberta Dugo ......................................... 617-974-8502

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Irene Lynch ...................................................567-5748 Kathleen Quigley ...........................................543-1067 Alice Harmon ........................................ 954-478-4033 Michael/Mary Ann Tracy ...............................543-1316 Robert/Patricia Yaiser ........................... 518-328-8139 Joe/Diane Caterina .......................................599-2726 Caterina..........................................cell-617-378-5369 Louise Bowers ..............................................822-7955 Stuart Rosenthal ................................... 774-930-1836 Diane Skinner ....................................... 248-431-2360 James Vassallo ..................................... 248-775-1177 Sandra Vassallo .................................... 248-775-1176 Ron Harder ....................................................288-8501 Helen Wythe ..................................................258-4582 Ian/Sue Ellen Slack.......................................652-3216 Stan/Janet Lazarczyk ...................................599-2028 Liliane Lefebvre ............................................247-0384

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FMO Membership Donna Burns Phillips Front Guard Gate HOA Membership Doris Meyer HOA Office - 18571 Avenida Escorial Mon.-Fri. 9:00 a.m. - noon Homeowners’ Issues/Grievances Clubhouse Office Memorials Judie Welch Name Tags HOA Board-Tuesday Coffee Seminars (HOA Board President) Donna Burns Phillips Tower - Advertising - bobemy4ivp@verizon.net Bob & Emy Stein Tower - Editor Doris Meyer Tower - Delivery coordinator Joyce Fischer Video Library Elaine Schnur Welcome Committee Marlene De Graaf Sound Systems David & Judy Jacobs Jim Stenzel Rick Morgan Lighting Charles & Peg Note Doris Meyer NON-EMERGENCY CALLS - SHERIFF’S DEPT. (239) 477-1000

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18-Hole Women’s Golf Association

By Carol Marra November seemed to fly by and we headed into December with many golf and holiday events to keep everyone busy.

November 13, 19 and 20, we participated in the Club Championship. There was some debate over 5 wood versus a hybrid, 8 iron or a wedge for chipping, but most of the conversation the second and third day of the tournament centered around scarf or turtle neck, long underwear or wool sweater, ear muffs or knit hat (or both)! We managed to pick two very cold days but we all survived, played some inspired golf, even had playoffs to settle the final winners. Our 2014 Club Champion is Paula Lafreniere.

This is the fifth time Paula has won. A big congratulations to Paula.

Congratulations to all our win-

Flight A Flight B Flight C Flight D

1st Yvonne Torsok Marty Riley Nancy Collins Joan Whaley

ners, Paula, Yvonne, one of our newest members, and Joan, one of our more senior members. Great golf, not always ideal conditions, but I think I can safely say we all enjoyed the challenge.

At the Golf Banquet held December 5, in addition to the Club Champions, we honored the winners of the President’s Cup, which took place last March.

Ryder Cup Team wins! Our ladies played against Burnt Store on Monday, December 8 and won.

Del Tura had not won in a few years so it was very exciting to be victorious.

In December we also had our Member-Member Tournament on the 10th and 11th. At our December Christmas luncheon on the 18th the winners were announced and birdie pins (most birdies in each flight) were given out. New this year, we honored all winners of Holes-in-One in the past year

2nd Debbi Overholser Jan Pedersen Moa Shearer Micki Sullivan

3rd Ann DeGrande Louise Bowers Linda Beiermann Bertie Dugo

rEd HaT sIZZLErs

with a special pin. (Sorry, only one per player, Debbi and Micki!) We also had the installation of Officers for 2015: They will be: PresidentLynne Miller, Vice-President-Jan Pedersen, Secretary-Carol Marra, Treasurer-Michele Reese.

Contact Liz Flannigan at 5431640 if you are interested in joining our Association. It is possible to be a year-round member or an Associate Member if you are only here for a few months. Liz can explain your options.

On December 3, four of us went to Cross Creek for an Invitational. The Invitational includes breakfast, golf, lots of prizes and lunch. It turned out to be a beautiful day with prizes for everyone as well as a 50/50 raffle.

The next Invitational is February 10, at Maple Leaf. Sign up in the Dungeon. See Jan Pedersen with any questions.

The next LEGA event is at Pine Lakes on January 14. Sign up in the Dungeon. If you have any questions ask Ruth Ann Blevins. LEGA is for everyone, the tournament is flighted and cash prizes are sent to our Pro Shop. And lunch is included!!

The Red Hat Sizzlers Are looking for NEW Members.

If you are interested in joining us for lunch, please call Lynne Mack at 543-6084 (after 10:00 a.m. please).

Other events in December included an ABCD tournament on December 20 and Glow Ball the 26th. January 1 will start with the traditional Bloody Mary Open.

Two corrections from last month. The policy, as you probably have already discovered, of

needing to spend your Pro Shop money, has changed and you can spend it at your leisure. Also, although she is a great golfer, Maria Soper, in fact, had her Holein-One on 7 North, not 5!

Happy New Year to everyone.

Stay healthy and active.

Del Tura Nine-Hole Women’s Golf Association

By Rita Immoor

By Lynne Mack

Ryder Cup Team Winners

Two weeks of tough competition crowned the winners of our President’s Cup tournament. Our Club Championship will be January 14 and 15 and preparations continue for our Invitational on March 12. December 5 was the Annual Awards Banquet and our ladies were presented with their trophies. Bianca’s catered and the total evening was a great end to a successful year.

November 6: President cup winners: Flight 1 Maryanne Wuerdeman Flight 2 Marlene DeGraff Flight 3 Lynne Saba November 13: Drop your worst score

Flight 1 Tie between Molly Brown and MaryKay Tointon Flight 2 Marie Buco Flight 3 Patricia Beccarea November 20: Couples Challenge West Course: Flight 1 Joan and Bob Massey tied with Maureen and Rod Monroy Flight 2 Marcia Peterson and Bill Johnson South Course: Flight 1 Mary Ann and Dick Wuerdeman Flight 2 Grace and Ty Clapper After the couples challenge Pat Alley was once again a gracious hostess as she opened her home so we could gather to enjoy friends, spirits and fine hors ‘d’oeuvres.

November 27: No Golf on Thanksgiving December 4: Scramble Winning team Maureen Monroy, Justine Fitzgibbons, Priscilla Peterson, Susan Maginn In addition to regular announcements at the weekly tournament play, members are reminded to regularly review published announcements on our Bulletin Board to obtain specifics for all planned events. New members are always welcome to join the Nine-Hole Women’s Golf Association at any time during the year. Don’t hesitate to contact Marlene DeGraaf at 599-4404 for more information.

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Dues: $12.00 U.S. annually for homeowners and renters. Make check payable to: HOA Del Tura.

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Anyone needing to borrow equipment from the Medical Equipment Loan Trailer please contact: Rich Symes at 731-1308, Neil Miller at 731-3628, or Rick Rudzik at 543-3662.

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HANDYMAN – ELECTRICAL – PLUMBING – WOOD ROT - carpentry, screen repair, ceiling fans, etc. Del Tura resident, Chuck. 731-0188(jan15) TLC “IN HOME” CARE - 3 hours to 24/7. Bathing; Light Housekeeping; Meals; Shopping; Business Affairs; Doctor Appt; Daily Reports to Family & much more. Your DEL TURA neighbor. Call Sue 239- 5994221 (may15) NEED RIDE - to airport, groceries, etc.? Call Russ at 239731-2052 (feb15) CERTIFIED NURSE - I am honest & dependable. 5 years of experience. Will work with you in your home and take you to Dr. appts., bathing, shopping, cooking, laundry. Call Patty Sue: 239-321-3166 (jan15) HANDYMAN - General repairs and screening. Call Roy at 239-560-1337 (mar15) HOMEWATCH - need someone to watch your home while up

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References available. Call Joe at 239-599-2267 (feb14) RENTAL DEL TURA - 1314 San Miguel Ln. Fully Furnished w/ golf cart. Special Seasonal Rate. Call Bill 810-990-5878 (mar15) IT’S ALL ABOUT M.E. PET SITTING - in your home. Full time resident. Call 239-220-4479 (feb15) NEED A NOTARY? - Call Brenda Blasie, a Del Tura Resident, at 239-543-6104 (apr15)

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11/l1/14 Stan Loson Audrey Person Clarence Blenkinsop (tie) Pat Wagner 11/18/14 Stan Loson Judi Sharpe Doris Thurber 11/25/14 Stan Loson Judi Blenkensop Donna Simmons (tie) Ron Boshaw 12/2/14 Dick Boesel Peter Slusarski Louisa Vaillancourt Audrey Person 12/9/14 Karen Stevenson Peter Israel (tie) Wayne Holmes Judy Kenney (tie) Bob McCrank Eric Janes

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WINDOW & MIRRORS CLEANING at Del Tura call Dave 239-5437370 (mar15) AVON - products sold by Del Tura resident. Call Pat 239567-1567(Home) or 631-8384323(Cell) (jan15) HOME & SECURITY WATCH AND GOLF CART CHECK - Call John Belpulsi (239) 313-8029. Notary Service also available. (aug/ sept15) CLEAN 4 U - Del Tura resident that is prompt and reliable.

Call Cookie 239-770-1455 (oct15) JIM’S HANDYMAN’S SERVICE Wood rot replacement, kitchen & bath remodeling, laminate flooring, tiles, and any of your other needs. Call 208-3131321/ 599-8760 (dec.15) IVETT & J’S HOUSECLEANING & HANDYMAN SERV. - reliable, caring & professional. Free estimates & reasonable rates.

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Call Carolyn after 6:30pm. Del Tura resident, 239-292-6691 (aug/sept15) LAMINATES - wood rot, power wash, int./ ext. painting, plumbing, gutters, roofs cleaned. Res. Ref. Call Stan 731-9756 (jan15)

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February Birthdays & Anniversaries Happy Birthday To...

2/1 2/ 2

Harry F. Smith Isobel Albert Paula Linde Marge Lord Richard Lowrey Bud Yauch Tom Condos Agnes Rand Robert Chandler Victor DiGrazia Bill Gronek Carol Marra Richard Drennan Bill Gimbel

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2/5 2/6

2/7

2/8 2/10 2/11 2/12 2/13 2/15 2/17 2/18 2/19 2/20

Ken Stormer John Discioscia Rich Brennan Dee Rotolo Rosemary Stormer Chickie Notaro Al Oostema Bob Franz Robert McCrank Donald Oberson Bob Stahl Teresa Gagnon Miller Ekas Kristine Sauvageau Charles Carothers Diana Heath

Happy Anniversary to...

2/4 2/11 2/14

54 years 65 years 22 years 23 years 46 years

2/16 2/19 2/21 2/22 2/23

2/22 2/23 2/25

2/26

2/27 2/28

Diane Lutz Jack Blevons Thomas Elliot Betty Soelter David Lugten Jeannette O’Hearn Thomas Longo James McLaughlin Kandice Chadwell Elizabeth Haughton Ed White Ginnie Benjamins Charles Gray Bill Laird Richard Clements Bob Reid

Gary & Diane Lutz Fred & Virginia Fleming Glenn & Diana Camp Bill & Faye Dean Wally & Nalita Stos Bob & Isobel Albert

41 years 48 years 45 years 53 years 25 years 58 years

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Bill & Virginia Born George & Gerry Kurvers Neil & Lynne Miller Lance & Linda Berlovich William & Rita Immoor

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Woodcarving Classes

By Bernie Forsey

The best way to keep your cart in top running condition is to take care of the little problems before they become BIG ones.

Call us to pick up your cart, give it a check-up and deliver it back to you!

239-731-9500

BATTERIES • TIRES & WHEELS • PARTS & ACCESSORIES We Rent 2-Passenger, 4-Passenger and 6-Passenger Carts

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HOURS: Monday - Friday 8 AM-5 PM Saturday 9 AM-2 PM; Closed Sunday

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If You Take Good Care Of Your Golf Cart It Will Take Good Care Of You!

A new season of bird carving is underway. New members are always welcome. Come check out our display window of finished projects, and drop in for a visit during class times.

You do not need to have any carving experience. All tools are supplied to do your project. If you do have any of your own tools

you are more than welcome to bring them along.

So come and join us. We would be happy to have you take part. We also DO allow the ladies to join us (many have.)

Our classes are held every Monday morning from 9:00 am. till 12:00 noon. Classes are held in the craft room on the lower level of the clubhouse. (Also known as the ceramics room.)

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Whether you need some help with a program or have a problem with your computer, I can help —or there’s no charge.

Pine Lakes Resident Bob Heft — 239.543.2580 Internet, iPad, Tablet, Kindle, Email, Windows 8, Printer & Wireless Network Help Available—$25/hr.

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Choralaires

An Important Notice

To one and all, Choralaires of the past the present, or new faces who would like to sing, we WILL be having a Spring Concert on Friday, March 13, 2015. Spring singing is really fun!

You don’t have to “read” music and do not have to “tryout”, just come and sing with us.

Edna Smith, our director for over eighteen years,

will once again lead us into song and let us have fun doing it.

We look forward to seeing the “old familiar faces” and hopefully some new ones too. So come and join us and enjoy singing the new program she has planned.

We will start rehearsals on Monday, January 5, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. and also on Tuesday January 6, 2015, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Don’t forget to come!

Dinner Party with Live Jazz performed by the SWFL Symphony Youth Orchestra Location: Sabal Springs Golf & Racquet Club 3410 Clubview Drive North Fort Myers __________

We need to know how much music we need to provide for all our Choralaires, so if you plan to come please call Peggy Iacovino (Edna Smith’s assistant) at 239-731-8819 between the hours of 7:00 and 9:00 p.m. or leave a message during the day. Please leave both your name and telephone number.

Thank you, Peggy

TUES, FEB. 17TH – 6 p.m.

MARDI GRAS DINNER PARTY & LIVE JAZZ PERFORMED BY MEMBERS OF THE SWFL SYMPHONY YOUTH ORCHESTRA Event Sponsors: Send your checks or credit card information to the SW Florida Symphony Society attention Irma Divine.

Confetti Salad Chicken Jambalaya Hot sauce on the side Bananas Foster __________ Local artists have artistically painted umbrellas to be raffled during the evening __________ Complimentary feathered Masques

SW FLORIDA SYMPHONY SOCIETY 8290 College Parkway Suite 103 Fort Myers, FL 33919 ATTN: Irma Divine 239-458-3620 Members: $63 Guests: $70

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By Peggy Iacovino

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Tom Patton (239)292-9621 Steve Kittle (239)339-7700 “Call 8 am to 8 pm, 7 days” Bar & Grill 3400 Club View Drive N. Fort Myers, 33917

Tuesday, Jan. 6TH 3:30 PM Tuesday, Jan. 13TH 3:30 PM Tuesday, Jan. 20TH 3:30 PM Tuesday, Jan. 27TH 3:30 PM

Capt’n Fish Bones Seafood The Shell Factory

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