Tara Woods Columns - October 2022

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ENTERTAINMENT NEWS page

FMO NEWS page

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DANCE PARTY page

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TENNIS NEWS page

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS page

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ENTERTAINMENT page

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CALENDARS page

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LABOR DAY Thank you to the New York/New Jersey Club for hosting our Annual Labor Day party. The food was delicious, especially the

wonderful cupcakes. Following a filling meal, things got serious as the women and men faced off in a game of bean bag baseball.

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WELCOME NEW RESIDENTS

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We would like to extend a warm welcome to all our new residents. We hope you are getting settled and can soon start enjoying the magic of Tara Woods. If you missed our last Orientation, you are encouraged to come to our next one which will be on Saturday, October 8th, at 10:00 AM in the Clubhouse Meeting Room. We have a wealth of information to share with you. All are welcome.

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Jill Caldwell and Mike Beale Jill and Mike reside at Lot #116, 19632 Woodfield Circle. They are part-time residents * All * All from fromthe the comfort comfort ofofyour your home home * * from Kentucky. They have seven children and twelve grandchildren. Jill is retired from a non24 24hours/day hours/day ––Every Every day day profit, The Point Arc. Mike is a retired produce Latest Latest news news onon what’s what’shappening happening ininthe the Tara Tara Woods Woods Community.

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COLUMNS STAFF EDITOR: Linda Elliott 239-560-0768 (lindabluetw@gmail.com)

ASSISTANT: Linda Engel PHOTOGRAPHY: Lou Dunning, Donna Erhardt CALENDAR: Janet Daly and Sue Clark CIRCULATION: Linda Janis and Donna Tribeck, Co-Managers COMMUNITY DIRECTORY: Haywood Gandy, Manager CLUBHOUSE SCHEDULER: Janet Daly COORDINATORS: Agatha Breen, Carolyn Kelsey, Diane Nunn, Diane West, Ed Simko, Julie Wehrung, Maury Miller, Nancy Schoeppner, Pat Dunning, Shari Libby, Stu Berman, and Sheila Harris.

STUFFERS: Barb Simonson, Carol Schnepp, Carol West, Claire Schwinn, Diane West, Gene Dickie, Hilda Dienes, Lou Sapp, Maury Miller, Pam Harrington, Pat Dunning, and Sharon Boehlke.

ALTERNATES: Barb Simonson, Carol Heidemous, Celia Blotkamp, Gerri Linder, and Linda Weibel.

REPORTERS: Reporters will be noted by their bylines at the end of each article.

Chris Olson, Tara Woods Homeowners Association Liaison To advertise in print, contact: Brion Palmer at 941-312-0665 or email him at BrionPalmer@yahoo.com.

Contributing writers are acknowledged with bylines accompanying their submissions. Attribution for photos are not included unless supplied. We sincerely thank everyone for their contributions. Your articles help showcase the strong and diverse community that makes up Tara Woods.

The Columns is published monthly from October through May. Summer issues are condensed: June/July and August/September.

All ads are subject to the approval of the publisher. It is the responsibility of the party placing any ad for publication in The Columns to meet all applicable legal requirements in connection with the ad such as compliance with town, county and state codes in first obtaining an occupational license for business, permitted home occupation, or residential rental property.

DISCLAIMER: Please be aware that when you hire an unlicensed/uninsured person to do work at your home, you accept the liability. Island Visitor Publishing is not responsible for claims made by advertisers.

Donna Frieman Donna resides at Lot #499, 2853 Tara Lakes Circle as a full-time resident from Wisconsin. Donna has two children and three grandchildren. Donna is a retired American Wire Gauge (AWG) office worker. In her spare time, she likes to sew and crochet. She enjoys gambling, exercise, and swimming and wants to learn how to play pickleball.

Marie and Lenny Harned Marie and Lenny reside at Lot #346, 2809 Orlenes Street. They are full-time residents from New York. They have three children.

Marie is a retired hospital administrator. Lenny is retired from Verizon in New York. In her spare time, Marie enjoys going to the beach and the pool. In his spare time, Lenny enjoys the pool and golfing.

Elaine and Duane Mansell Elaine and Duane reside on Lot #412, 2861 Steamboat Loop as full-time residents from Florida. They have three children, six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

Elaine is a retired banker and Duane is retired from the construction and development business. In her spare time, Elaine enjoys playing bingo. In his spare time, Duane enjoys shooting pool.

Gwen Martone and George Martin Gwen and George reside at Lot #655, 2955 Tara Lakes Circle. They are part-time residents from Massachusetts. Gwen is a retired city employee of Methuen. George is retired from customer service in sales. In her spare time, Gwen wants to learn pickleball and bocci.

She enjoys doing arts and crafts. In his spare time, George also wants to learn pickleball. He enjoys the gym and the pool.

Laura and Chuck McCaw Laura and Chuck reside at Lot #408, 2845 Steamboat Loop. They are full-time residents from Connecticut. They have two children and two grandchildren. Laura is currently working as an assistant office manager for a heating company. Chuck is working in construction for Lee County. In their spare time, they both enjoy going to the beach and biking.

WELCOME TO TARA WOODS, Barbara Krilivsky and Linda Kasdorf, co-chairs of the Welcome Committee

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FROM THE BOARD ROOM by Lou As many of you know, your Tara Woods Homeowners Association Board of Directors meet 12 months a year with all Directors attending. It is important that the work of the Association continues throughout the year without interruption. You can view the minutes of the Board meetings on the website (www.twhoa.net) under the tab Board & Membership meeting minutes. Your Homeowners Association also meets officially once each month with the Community Manager at an agenda-driven meeting to discuss residents’ concerns and community improvement opportunities. This forum provides open discussions and follow-up. The minutes of these meetings can be viewed on your TWHOA website under the tab Community Improvement.

Communicating with and getting information from your Homeowners Association has never been easier.

Your TWHOA website, as we have already discussed, not only provides an array of information but also has methods to contact the Community Manager and the HOA President – the Resident Concern Form can be found under TWHOA online forms and the Contact Us Form.

Another recent innovation is the periodic ‘A Minute with the Manager’ section introduced through the HOA and with the cooperation of Community Manager Angi to provide timely, accurate, and direct information from the Manager. Members have full access to the website.

No computer – no problem. Check out our outstanding issues of The Columns newspaper delivered to your door

monthly by a dedicated group of volunteers. Try Saturday Morning Coffee which includes a short (about 15 minutes) sharing of what is happening. See and talk with one or more of the Directors who are always at Saturday Morning Coffee.

Pick up a printed copy of the Resident Concern Form right at the HOA office in the Clubhouse. Check the bulletin boards for valuable information. Attend the monthly evening meetings of your Homeowners Association.

HEADS UP – We have an ongoing extensive list of ideas from residents to share with the Community Manager of things we would like to see added to the CAPX list for the future. While we cannot guarantee that all our suggestions will happen, we do have the opportunity to present them to the management. If there is something that you feel would be a great asset to the whole community, let me know; I will check, and if it is not already there, we will then add them to our future and ongoing conversation list.

DID YOU KNOW – There are over 55 clubs, groups and activities that go on here in Tara Woods. Your Homeowners Association is sponsoring an Opportunity Fair for all residents on Saturday, January 28th, 2023, from 1:00 – 4:00 PM in the Clubhouse. This is your opportunity to visit with representatives from all the Best of Tara Woods. Check it out!

Lou Dunning, President, 239-240-5847, loudunning2@gmail.com

This is Old Glory. Is yours faded and torn? Retire her to a proper disposal.

Drop her off at 19553 Charleston Circle (lot #12) or at the Guard House.

Replacements are available for $8.00. Bob Glandorf

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YOU SERVED – NOW YOU CAN SAVE! Sam Topping, U.S. Army

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So, Ladies and Gentlemen… October does not only bring the fall colors out, but it also brings the actors out of hiding from where they have been studying their lines which leads to this…

Notice to all Entertainers members… October is the start of rehearsals, remember, at 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Please arrive before our start time of 9:00 AM. Our first one is on Monday, October 3rd, and it is a read-through. Everyone please come; this includes stand-ins. The rest of the dates either have been sent to you by Janet, or she will give you a copy at that time. All interested in the Entertainers are welcome to attend.

I am sure that Janet, our director, will be contacting all of you as a reminder. NOTICE: be prepared for a read-through for the first rehearsal, October 3rd, by bringing your script, a pencil and extra writing paper for additional notes.

I will not be at the first rehearsal so I will give my reminders now: • Be on time. The 9:00 AM start does not mean show up at 9:00 AM; it means ready to go on stage at 9:00 AM. • Be sure to always be courteous and respectful of others.

• Be prepared with your blocking (where to move and when.)

• Take notes with a pencil when changes are made; don’t rely on your memory.

• Inform Pat (me) if you will be missing any rehearsals so we can get a stand-in.

• If you have any issues or problems, let me or Janet know, and we will address the issue.

Janet will have the schedule for the year so you may plan your appointments accordingly in the months ahead. She will have the contact list

of the cast and crew. If you need either of these let her know.

On another note, the Entertainers Business Meeting is scheduled for Saturday, October 15th, in the little Meeting Room in the Clubhouse following Saturday Morning Coffee, about 9ish. (The meeting is changed since I cannot make the regularly scheduled date of the second Saturday. Sorry, I will be in Vienna, Austria on that date.) All are welcome to attend, whether or not currently in the Entertainers. I look forward to seeing you of all.

As you can all see, we have selected our plays for the 2023 Season. Those who are new, we put on a play the second weekend in March each year for the community’s benefit and enjoyment.

I know you will not want to miss the opportunity to see your fellow Tara-ites on stage.

Our play this year is two plays, each one act, and still as entertaining as usual. One will be Help Desk. A comical look at when you call in for help with a problem and what really happens on the other end of the phone. I believe that we all might have been there at one point or another.

The next one is The Great Nursing Home Escape.

We are familiar with this age group, and it is a very funny play about a group of bored seniors and the trouble they get into when left ‘alone to one’s own devices’ for too long.

Please keep one of the days on the second weekend in March free, because we would love to see you in our audience and hear you laughing along with the community.

“Movies make you famous. Television makes you rich. But theatre will make you good.”

Pat Dunning, Entertainers Communication and President 239-240-5848 padunning46@gmail.com

NEW IMAGE CHORUS Last opportunity. The New Image Chorus is seeking a Chorus Director for the 2022-2023 season. Rehearsals start the beginning of October, and the show will be performed in April. If you know anyone who might be interested, please contact Stuart Berman at 239-220-2369, Polly Brown at 239246-2391, Lou Cashin at 239-397-6111, or Carol Shields at 239-731-0481.

This is a paid position. ~ Thank you, Stuart Berman

RED HAT LADIES Come join us on Tuesday, October 4th, at 1:00 PM, at the Three Fishermen Seafood Restaurant at 13021 N. Cleveland Ave, North Fort Myers.

The sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board

in the Clubhouse. We have lunch, cocktails, fun and a social. Hope to see some new faces.

Any questions, call me, Patty Sparany, at 239-652-3869.

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We have life insurance, automobile insurance, and homeowner’s insurance, to name a few.

Indirectly, being a member of the FMO is like an insurance policy. Only this policy protects you and your lifestyle a little differently. Let me explain.

When you join the FMO, $25.00 per year or three years for $65.00, you get a voice in Tallahassee. The FMO has a full-time lobbyist in Tallahassee who looks out and works to protect the lifestyle of those of us who live in Tara Woods.

Several years ago, the Legislature was looking for additional funding and proposed a 7% monthly sales tax on your lot rent. Think about that. You do the math. Our representative caught wind of this and, with your support and the rest of the FMO membership, defeated the proposal.

Bingo parlors in the surrounding area periodically try to curtail bingo in our communities. Thanks again, the FMO has been

there to stop it. FMO is the primary Florida membership organization representing Florida Manufactured Home Owners. FMO helped pass legislation to require Citizens Insurance Company to cover mobile home attachments (sheds and carports).

FMO has recently placed a board member on a Housing and Urban Development (HUD) committee in Washington, DC, with focus on manufactured homes and so much more.

This is not a “let my neighbor do it”. It is important that every family living in Tara Woods becomes a member of the FMO. How many times have elections been determined by just a handful of votes. YOUR MEMBERSHIP IS JUST AS IMPORTANT AS THAT OF YOUR NEIGHBORS. Every member counts. Every vote counts.

Applications and envelopes are on the back bulletin board. Thank you for your support of the FMO. ~ Stuart Berman

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TARA WOODS SALES CORNER I just celebrated my one-year anniversary working in the Tara Woods Sales Office. We have had countless successes and I couldn’t have done it without you! Now I am ready to set records and would love your continued support! We are currently looking for any pre-owned home in any condition.

In my first four months with Tara Woods (September – December 2021), I acquired and sold sixteen brokered homes. So far this year, I’ve acquired and sold twenty-nine. I have sold every home I’ve been honored to list for residents, in record time at the best price possible! I’ve got a proven track record at Tara Woods that I’m proud of, and great customers who have entrusted the sale of their home to me.

Do you have a fixer upper? Great! Do you have an older home in good condition? Perfect! Do you have a newer home in the newer neighborhood? Yes please! We have a huge waiting list for homes in all price ranges and you’d be surprised to see how much you can get for yours! If for some reason you feel that you need to use an outside realtor, please make sure that you are getting top dollar for your home and that it will sell quickly, like it would if you went through our on-site Sales Office. We will happily give you a second quote at no cost with absolutely no obligation.

Please don’t forget that every new client who is shopping for a home in Tara Woods will be given an informative tour of our wonderful community and shown into your home every time, every day, until it is sold. That is all we do. Plain and simple.

And…how does an outside realtor know our Tara Woods market?

They are all one of kind so there is no typical comparison chart. Is a good guess truly good enough for you?

I thank you in advance for choosing your Tara Woods Sales Office if or when you need to sell your little piece of paradise. It is our pleasure always! Your purchasers will thank you too! ~ Janet Marck

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FROM THE SCHEDULER If you are the leader of a group, have you reserved the Clubhouse/facilities for the coming season, September 1st – August 31st, 2023? Most of you have, but space is filling up fast.

For anyone who wants to use the main Clubhouse, adjoining rooms, Veranda, etc. for an event or meeting, please fill out the Clubhouse Reservation Request Form available under the HOA bulletin board in the Clubhouse. There are two versions: one for a single event and one with a calendar on the back for reserving multiple dates. Attached to these forms is a Hometown America Clubhouse Rules and Reservation Request form that must be filled out also (just the top right corner). All the paperwork is returned to me at 2590 Tara Blvd. I now have a box on my front steps, guarded by my goose, which can be used to drop things off, instead

CERAMICS Visit Tara Woods Ceramics on Facebook to see our local talent. The Ceramics Room is located next to the Tennis Courts. Beginners and experienced crafters are welcome. Mondays at noon there are members busy at work. Stop by for a look.

Individual lessons are available upon request.

of walking all the way to my side door in the screen porch. These forms are also available on the HOA website, twhoa.net, and can be sent electronically directly to me.

If you have any questions about reserving facilities in the community, please give me a call or email. It has been very helpful to know where and when events are being planned, not only for the Event Calendar, but to avoid several events being held at the same time.

I also ask that you have patience as the busy season approaches and meetings/events occur back-to-back. You are asked to leave the area as clean as you found it, so working together for a smooth transition of events is important.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Janet Daly, Scheduler 239-567-2285, janetdaly@yahoo.com

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SAVE THE DATE Do you remember the Age of Aquarius?

Heard it Through The Grapevine that the New England Club is hosting a 60’s, 70’s and 80’s dance/party on Saturday, November 12th! It would be really groovy, far out, and way cool for you to be there.

What was your favorite? The sixties with the tie-dye craze, tunics, culottes, western shirts, straight leg pants or miniskirts? And the beehive hairdos with plenty of bows. And don’t forget the fishnet stockings we use to wear, ladies.

Maybe you remember going to the drive-in movies and hooking the speaker on your car window to see Psycho, Breakfast at Tiffany’s, or Spartacus.

Or maybe you were more into the seventies.

Debby Boone had a #1 hit with You Light Up My Life, while Don McLean had us trying to figure out the meaning of American Pie. Disco took the country by storm as did John Travolta in the unforgettable Saturday Night Fever.

Women tried to walk in platform shoes, while both men and women were right in style in some pretty wide bell bottoms. Short shorts and crop tops were among the favs with the girls, while our dates may have donned a long-collared shirt, a vest and don’t forget the Leisure Suits!

Date night might have found us at the movies

watching The Godfather, Rocky or American Graffiti.

If you rocked the eighties, then you probably wore some stirrup or parachute (M.C. Hammer) pants. Track suits were hugely popular by then in polyester, terry cloth and of course velour.

Denim jeans with bleach spots were cool while we danced to Olivia Newton-John’s Physical, or Michael Jackson’s Thriller. We Are The World was a number one hit for four solid weeks! Bon Jovi burst onto the scene in 1983 and Motley Crue in 1981. If movies were more to your liking, maybe you saw E.T., Police Academy, or, for the brave-hearted, Nightmare on Elm Street.

Tickets for this fun-filled night will go on sale Tuesday, October 11th, before Bingo and remain on sale through November 5th at Saturday Morning Coffee. Tickets are $8.00 per person.

A delicious dessert will be served. Prizes will be awarded for those who choose to dress from the decades we are celebrating.

Table reservation sheets will be available under the poster at the Clubhouse. Tickets must be purchased to reserve a table. Music will be provided by John’s Mobile Music from 7:00 to 10:00 PM. Doors will open at 6:30 PM. Please BYOB and snacks. Be there or be square, man. ~ Judy Machnicz

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TARA WOODS LIBRARY The Library in the Clubhouse will be open normal days and hours: Monday through Sunday 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM WHAT’S ALL IN THE TARA WOODS LIBRARY:

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BOOKS Well, of course, we have books, books, and more books. We have most of the popular authors with a few surprises. We have sections on Biographies, Military History, Reader’s Digest condensed versions, and Large Print book. All have been donated by Tara Woods residents over the years. Your Library has been said to be the best of all local communities.

PERTINENT INFORMATION Libraries have always been a source of information. We have much to offer you. We have an entire section on many different safety concerns. We have bulletin boards offering information on the different sports offered here at Tara Woods, including Bowling, Golf, Tennis, Shuffleboard, Bocce Ball, Softball, etc. We have

a bulletin board for local services advertised inside and outside the park. We also have a bulletin board for wanted items and for sale items, including people wanting to rent.

THE COLUMNS We have the current issue of The Columns in case you didn’t receive one or have lost yours.

We also have, The Florida Weekly.

LOST AND FOUND We have a box labeled Lost and Found next to the book drop-off area. It is emptied regularly.

COPY MACHINE Available to all for only 10 cents per copy DONATION AREA There is a box from the local Lions Club for your used eyeglasses. There is also box for your aluminum canned tabs which go to the Shriners.

This is YOUR Library with much to offer. Angie Roncek is your Librarian and does a wonderful job. ~ Chris Olson

Should you stick with index-based investments?

You may have heard that you can simplify your investment strategy just by owning index-based or passive investments.

But is this a good idea? You’ll want to consider the different aspects of this type of investment style.

To begin with, an index-based investment is a vehicle such as a mutual fund or an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that mimics the performance of a market benchmark, or index — the Dow Jones Industrial Average, the S&P 500, and so on. (An ETF is similar to a mutual fund in that it holds a variety of investments but differs in that it is traded like a common stock.) You can also invest in index funds that track the bond market.

Index investing does offer some benefits. Most notably, it’s a buy-and-hold strategy, which is typically more effective than a market-timing approach, in which individuals try to buy investments when their prices are down and sell them when the prices rise. Attempts to time the market this way are usually futile because nobody can really predict when high and low points will be reached. Plus, the very act of constantly buying and selling investments can generate commissions and fees, which can lower your overall rate of return.

Thus, index investing generally involves lower fees and is considered more tax efficient than a more active investing style.

Also, when the financial markets are soaring, which happened for several years until this year’s downturn, index-based investments can certainly look pretty good — after all, when the major indexes go up, index funds will do the same.

Conversely, during a correction, when the market drops at least 10% from recent highs, or during a bear market, when prices fall 20% or more, index-based investments will likely follow the same downward path.

And there are also other issues to consider with index-based investments.

For one thing, if you’re investing with the objective of matching an index, you may be overlooking the key factors that should be driving your investment decisions — your goals and your risk tolerance. An index is a completely impersonal benchmark measuring the performance of a specific set of investments — but it can’t be a measuring stick of your own progress.

Furthermore, a single index, by definition, can’t be as diversified as the type of portfolio you might need to achieve your objectives.

For example, the S&P 500 may track a lot of companies, but they’re predominantly large ones. And to achieve your objectives, you may need a portfolio consisting of large- and small-company stocks, bonds, government securities and other investments.

(Keep in mind, though, that while diversification can give you more opportunities for success and can reduce the effects of volatility on your portfolio, it can’t guarantee profits or prevent all losses.)

Ultimately, diversifying across different types of investments that align with your risk tolerance and goals — regardless of whether they track an index — is the most important consideration for your investment portfolio.

Use this idea as your guiding principle as you journey through the investment world.

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CHRISTMAS CARD PAINT PARTY Coming Saturday, October 8th, from 1:00 – 3:30 PM in the Craft Room. No experience necessary.

Only six spots open, so make your reservations ASAP. All tools provided for the cost of $25.00.

You’ll go home with 2-4 beautiful original 5x7 acrylic Christmas cards with envelopes, ready for sending.

Bring your wine and a munchie. We’ll party while we sip and paint.

Contact Diane Laviada at 563-260-0888 to RSVP.

COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITY FAIR ~ SAVE THE DATE! Saturday, January 28th, 2023 1:00 – 4:00 PM Your TWHOA Board of Directors is hosting the Third Opportunity Fair. This is a great chance for your group, club, or activity to show the residents of Tara Woods what it is that you do and why they should join you.

Tables will be provided, as available, where you can talk to residents who are interested in joining. You have the chance to lure them to your table with prizes, raffles, and fabulous decorating of your area. Whatever you decide will work.

Who could say “No” to the Little Skippers

demonstrating their boats in the water or coming to the Entertainers table and getting a free raffle ticket for a great prize. (Do not have to be present to win.)

Your group, club, or activity leader has been notified about this. They have the form to reserve a spot. If you have not been contacted, call Celia Blotkamp at 707-8632973 and she will make sure that your group has the information and reservation form.

DEADLINE FOR THE RESERVATION FORM IS NO LATER THAN Saturday, January 14th, 2023.

But don’t delay, there is only so much

space and so many tables available. Don’t be left out.

For those interested in attending the Opportunity Fair, the date is Saturday, January 28, 2023, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM in the Clubhouse. Mark your calendar now so you won’t miss this fun event. Who knows what each group will do to lure you to their table.

Watch for more details in later issues of The Columns, on the website, and in the Clubhouse.

For more information, contact Sue Cook at 239-634-8485 or Pat Dunning at 239-240-5848. ~ Janet Daly

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TARA WOODS TRICk OR TREAT GATE PASS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2022

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TABLE RESERVATIONS ARE GOING FAST

WHEN: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10TH TIME: DOORS OPEN AT 4:00 PM. AUCTION STARTS AT 5:30 PM MONEY: QUARTERS ONLY – NO CHANGE MAKING A QUARTER. RECOMMEND BRINGING $20 IN QUARTERS. WE WILL HAVE QUARTERS FOR SALE IN $10 INCREMENTS FOOD: BILL BLACK DESSERTS: MID-ATLANTIC CLUB – DESSERT SALE RESERVATIONS: CONTACT JUDY GIRTY 513-702-6874 OR CHRIS OLSEN 715-851-4681 FOR QUESTIONS TABLES WILL BE SET UP TO SEAT EIGHT. WHEN YOU MAKE YOUR RESERVATION, PLEASE LET US KNOW HOW MANY WILL BE AT YOUR TABLE. WE WILL ADD PEOPLE IF YOU HAVE LESS THAN EIGHT. CRAFTERS – SUE COOK IS ACCEPTING DONATIONS FOR THE BASKET RAFFLES IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO DONATE SOME OF YOUR TALENTED WORK. WE ARE CHALLENGING ALL CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES TO MAKE A DONATION.

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OCTOBER IMPORTANT: NEW 2022-2023 TARA WOODS RESIDENT DIRECTORY STATUS The New 2022-2023 Directory has been submitted to the publisher.

Any additional additions, corrections, and deletions will be accepted up until Sunday, October 9th 2022.

Always communicate any updates to your information by the 9th of the month.

They will be included in the publication of The Columns.

If you are a TWHOA Member and you have updated your information on the TWHOA website, please send me an email with any new additions, corrections, and/ or changes to: haywood.gandy@gmail.com Please include your Lot #, Name, Address, Telephone Number(s), and Home State(s).

At this time there is no easy way for me to know if a member makes changes to their information on the website.

Our goal is also to provide residents with the latest updates to the 2022-2023 Resident Directory.

Updated information is published in each edition of The Columns which is available on the twhoa.net website.

Our goal is to have the new directories available for distribution in mid to late November 2022.

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Submitted by Linda Engel

TENNIS ASSOCIATION I can’t believe the summer has gone by and we are going to have a new tennis season in a few short weeks.

I hope everyone will be able to join us for open tennis at 9:00 AM on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.

Everyone is welcome regardless of skill level and you can join us on any of the days.

Also, look for the Round Robins which will be held monthly starting in November. ~ Ed Sandre OPEN TENNIS The “open mixed doubles tennis” continued during the summer months – sometimes with just enough players to make a foursome on one court. But, now that the snowbirds will be returning to Tara Woods in the coming months, I’m sure there will be a lot more tennis players showing up to play.

Feel free to join us on the tennis courts every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday from 9:00 – 10:30 AM. All skill levels are welcome. If you have an interest in tennis, stop by the courts and check us out.

TENNIS LEAGUES: Men’s League White Team – Stallions On Tuesday, November 8th, the White League will start their new season. This year brings a few exciting changes, with a second White Team from Tara Woods joining the league. I know everyone appreciated the support that the residents showed for our home games and I hope that we can field as competitive a team as last

season. Hope to see everyone there soon. ~ Ed Sandre White Team – Mustangs The Mustangs have moved to the North Ft. Myers White League this year after a successful year in the Blue League in 2021-22. Our first league match will be at home on Tuesday, November 8th, against the Pine Lakes Racqueteers. All home matches are slated to start at 1:30 PM and usually last 2 to 2½ hours. We are looking forward to competing again against teams from the surrounding communities. We invite everyone to come to the courts and support our team. We are proud to represent the Tara Woods community. ~ Roger Rafferty Blue Team – Tigers I hope that we will have enough players to complete the team so that Tara Woods will be represented in the Blue League. I will be the Captain and Gene Dickie will be the Co-Captain. If you are interested in playing tennis on the Blue League Tigers team, you can get in touch with me by email at francoisneveu50@icloud.com or you can call Gene Dickie at 651-238-8368. We would encourage any of you who are even a little interested in playing on the team to contact one of us. Thank you. ~ Frank Neveu Women’s League: Women’s Team – Angels After we missed the past two years playing in the SWIFT tennis league for women, I am pleased that Tara Woods will be able to field a team for the 202223 season. We currently have the minimum number of

full-time players and a few subs. If anyone is interested in participating, it is not too late. There is a signup sheet on the tennis bulletin board. If you require more information, feel free to contact me at msandre@mnsi. net. Thanks. ~ Mary Sandre TWIT (Tara Woods Inter-Community Tennis) As we get ready to return to Tara Woods, we are planning tennis leagues and TWIT for next year. Having TWIT available will depend on the number of players we can recruit – since the men’s league and the possibility of the women participating in a league might deplete the number of participants in TWIT. When we all return to Tara Woods, we can poll the players about continuing TWIT. ~ Mike Renzulli ROUND ROBINS We look forward to welcoming back all our Tara Woods tennis players and any new residents who play tennis or would like to start to play!

Our Round Robin events will be held on the fourth Saturday of the month. There will be snacks and refreshment served, and some fun tennis with all levels of play!

The dates for this season’s Round Robins, which start at 9:00 AM, are: November 26th, (no Round Robin in December), January 28th, February 25th, and March 25th.

If anyone has any questions or suggestions, reach out to me. ~ Greg Girard 239-888-9135.

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THE GARDEN CLUB The flowers of summer are all in bloom and nature is at its fullest. We hope everyone is enjoying this beautiful season.

Soon fall will be here and we all know its fall in Tara Woods because the license plates start to change colors! Carol Shields, the Club’s President, and its members have many wonderful events planned for this season, which we are sure you will enjoy. The full schedule will be posted at a later date. Also, please check out our beautiful Butterfly Garden, near the Gazebo. We are extremely grateful and sincerely thank Diane West and her committee for all their weed pulling and hard work.

If you need the schedule of when to plant your garden, Google University of Florida Horticulture for Southwest Florida. This site is extremely helpful.

The first event on the schedule of the Garden and Nature Club is the Craft Fair, on Saturday, November 5th, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Refreshments will be served by different clubs. This year the Craft Fair will be open to the public and outside vendors will be invited to come. If you are

a crafter, work hard now so you have numerous crafts to display and sell. As you know, the talent in Tara Woods is amazing!

We are happy to announce that there are no more tables available, as they are all sold out. The Mid-Atlantic Club is in charge of the bake sale and the New York/New Jersey Club is in charge of lunch. Remember all Tara Woods residents are invited to join this club, where we grow flowers and friendships. Our first meeting is Saturday, October 8th. We look forward to seeing you. ~ Mary Nothnagel

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MEET THE TARA WOODS HOMEOWNERS BOARD OF DIRECTORS – TWHOA – 2022

• Lou Dunning – President Resident fifteen years, full-time.

Former U.S. Postal Service executive.

Enjoys biking, Saturday Morning Coffee at the Clubhouse, learning Tai Chi and meeting new residents, member of the Midwest Club.

• Sue Cook – Vice President Resident seven years, full-time.

Former nurse Administrative Director.

Enjoys playing bingo, HOA Spring Fling Party, creating raffle baskets, performer in our stage plays, Blood Mobile coordinator.

• Chris Olson – Recording Secretary Resident four years, full-time.

Former owner of grooming, boarding, and training dog kennel for thirty years.

Enjoys water aerobics, doing ceramics, playing in a golf league, playing bocce and cards, enjoys walking and biking around the lakes.

• Dennis Purks – Treasurer Resident five years, full-time.

Currently business owner with over forty years expertise in taxes and accounting.

Enjoys playing horseshoes, bowling, acting on stage in our plays, member of Silver Alert team and Mid-Atlantic Club.

• Barbara Werner-Lubich – Membership Secretary Resident four years, full-time.

Former health care risk safety officer and RN. Enjoys pickleball, tai chi, Mah Jongg, raising monarch butterflies and orchids, serving as a CERT officer and meeting residents old and new as they join/renew their TWHOA membership.

• Lynn Lessmiller – Director/Webmaster Resident four years, full-time.

Former property manager and legal collections. Currently works part-time.

Enjoys photographing the Tara Woods wildlife, loves adding plants to her yard and collecting shells, first time performer in our play.

• Peter Krivilsky – Director Resident seven years, part-time.

Former business owner.

Enjoys travel, food, partying with neighbors and working with volunteers to make Tara Woods even better.

• Carol Schnepp – Director Resident four years, full-time.

Former employee of Ford Motor Credit and of Lee County Sherriff’s Office as a civilian.

Enjoys relaxing at the pool, being a stuffer for The Columns newspaper, and member of the CERT team.

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MIDWEST CLUB I hope all of our Midwesterners had a fantastic summer season and are ready to get back in the swing to all of Tara Woods activities. Our first regular Midwest meeting will be held on Friday, October 21, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. The theme will be an ice cream bar, and the cost will be $3.00. Tickets for the Midwest Club meeting will go on sale starting Tuesday, October 4th, until Saturday, October 15th. As usual, you will need to bring your beverage of choice. The bowls, paper products, and silverware will be provided.

The Midwest Club is sponsoring the annual Halloween Party and Dance. It will be held on Saturday, October 29th, from 7:00 – 10:00 PM. The cost for the party will be $10.00 and is limited to 216 persons. Tickets will go on sale Tuesday, October 4th, through Tuesday, October 18th, or until sold out. DJ John Nichols will be playing music for your enjoyment. There will be a contest for Best Decorated Table, Best Male, Best Female, and Best Couple Costumes. Hope to see everyone there and be ready to have a Monster Bash. ~ Respectfully, Vicki Hoard

NEW ENGLAND CLUB The New England Club will welcome back our snowbirds and summer survivors on Saturday, October 22nd, at 5:00 PM. All residents/renters from our six beautiful states are welcome. We hope to see all of our members back, as well as some new faces.

There is no charge for this party, however sign-ups are mandatory and club dues of $5.00 per person must be paid on arrival. Sign-ups will begin Thursday, September 22nd, and the deadline for signing up is Saturday, October 15th. Please plan accordingly.

There will be no “extra dinners” due to the rising cost of food, therefore, only people who have signed up will be allowed to attend. The menu for this party is BJ’s roast half chicken, plus sides, dessert, and coffee. More menu details will be available on the sign-up sheet. We will have some fun games planned, raffle tickets for sale, and BYOB, as always.

Looking forward to a fun-filled evening and seeing everyone there! ~ Judy Machnicz New York/New Jersey Club Meetings/Events 2022-2023 Save the Dates!

Saturday, November 5th: 5:00 PM – Dar & John, Pat & Harry Downs Saturday, November 26th: 9:00 AM – Decorate Christmas Tree in the Clubhouse Sunday, December 4th: 5:00 PM – Christmas Meeting Hosted by Teri & Gay Saturday, January 7th, 2023: 9:00 AM – Christmas un-decorating in the Clubhouse Saturday, January 7th: 5:00 PM – Hosted by Cookie & Eileen Friday, February 3rd: 4:00 PM – Nite at the Races – Hosted by Janet Daly & Club Saturday, March 4th: 5:00 PM – Hosted by Ken & Carol, Mary & Bill, Fred & Jan Saturday, April 22nd: 12:00 noon – Out to Lunch – Coordinated by Stu & Belle

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TARA WOODS ANNUAL HALLOWEEN PARTY AND DANCE SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29TH 7:00 – 10:00 PM COST $10.00 per person - LIMIT to 216 persons Tickets go on sale Tuesday, October 4th, through Tuesday, October 18th, or until sold out. Limit of 12 per table.

Dance with music provided by John Nichols Please bring appetizers for your table as well as your beverage of choice.

Desserts/coffee will be offered.

Prize for the best decorated table.

Let’s see who can come up with the best spooky/creepy idea.

Prizes will also be awarded for best male, female, and couple costumes.

Sponsored by the Midwest Club

MID-ATLANTIC SOCIAL CLUB NEWS We welcome Tara Woods residents from Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, and friends from all over the country. Check out our postings on the bulletin board in the Clubhouse for contact information and upcoming events. If you have any questions about our Club, please contact one of the officers (names posted in each newsletter).

Our meetings resumed on September 18th with an information meeting highlighting some of our events for the coming year and pizza provided by the Club. Our Sunday, October 16th, meeting will be a hoedown with chicken cooked on a Pit Boss smoker. Cowboy attire is encouraged, but not required. Be sure to sign up on the Clubhouse bulletin board.

We are a small club, but we have new members and this year we hope to get to know each other a little better. If you are new to Tara Woods, consider joining us.

This coming Christmas season the Mid-Atlantic Club will join with Vicki Hoard and Friends, and Neighbors Helping Neighbors, to help make the season bright for residents in our community who are homebound or have no family with whom to share the holiday.

Watch for information in future issues of The Columns to see how you can help in this effort. ~ Sue Clark

NEW YORK/NEW JERSEY CLUB Our Welcome Back Wine and Cheese Party will be held on Saturday, October 1st, at 5:00 PM, in the Clubhouse. All residents from NY/ NJ are invited to attend, especially our new residents. Come and get to know us! Sign-up sheets are on the bulletin board at the back of the Clubhouse. Also, please sign up to help if you can. ~ Marcia Poveromo

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CLUBHOUSE MINISTRIES For new residents of Tara Woods and existing residents too, the Clubhouse Ministries invite you to join one of their Bible study classes, which are held in the Clubhouse Meeting Room every Tuesday morning at 10:00 AM. These meetings give you an opportunity to make new friends as you study the Scriptures in relaxed and enjoyable surroundings. We are a non-denominational group. No need to make reservations, folks! Just stop by any Tuesday morning at 10:00 AM. Come join us! ~ Ann Scott

THOUGHT FOR THE MONTH by Sam Topping “You learn something every day if you pay attention.”

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SPORTS, EXERCISE, and ACTIVITIES TAI CHI AT TARA WOODS Classes meet year-round Tuesdays and Thursdays 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM in the Clubhouse

Beginners welcome!

11:00 – 11:00 beginners and skill building practice 11:30 –11:50 warm up exercises (everyone) 11:50 –12:00 water break 12:00 –12:30 set practice

Taught by Tony Fettig, an experienced Tai Chi practitioner and instructor. Open to women and men, beginner and experienced students. Come to class with a water bottle and appropriate footwear.

To sign up or for more info, including necessary footwear.

INTRODUCTORY CLASS

ACTIVITIES, ACTIVITIES THE MAGIC OF TARA WOODS It is October, and the beginning of our Tara Woods season of MAGIC. Did you know there are 16 clubs, 10 types of games, 3 service organizations, and 16 sports activities? All information for these activities is on the Clubhouse bulletin board, in The Columns, and on the Website.

We start with the Oktoberfest event on Sunday, October 2nd. This year, we will host grandchildren for trick or treat on Saturday, October 22nd.

On Saturday, October 29th, the Midwest Club will sponsor the Halloween Party.

And, as Lou Dunning, our HOA President, reminds us – attending Saturday Morning Coffee keeps us informed of the community news.

November and December are filled with great entertainment and parties. Put your Tara Woods calendar on your refrigerator and join us for the Magic of our community.

As always, I welcome your suggestions for keeping the magic alive in Tara Woods.

Celia Blotkamp, Activities Coordinator, baileynme99@gmail.com 703-863-2973

To stay informed of events in Tara Woods:

For Beginners

November 3RD 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM TW Clubhouse WANT TO IMPROVE YOUR BALANCE AND CONCENTRATION? FIND OUT IF TAI CHI IS RIGHT FOR YOU! FREE Classes taught by Tony Fettig, experienced Tai Chi practitioner and instructor. Bring a water bottle and sport socks For more information, contact: Barbara Werner-Lubich 410-409-5874 or Deb Nespolo 401-309-1136

- Read the posters on the bulletin board in the Clubhouse.

- Check the Clubhouse bulletin boards for meeting and event information and sign-up sheets.

- Come to Saturday Morning Coffee!

- Read The Columns and check the Calendar.

- Sign on to the Tara Woods website, www.twhoa.net, to be kept informed of all current events and more!

- Check out page 5 of the Tara Woods Community Resident Directory to see all the opportunities to keep you busy in Tara Woods, with the contact people for each one listed if you have questions.

- Page 4 of the Directory lists the contact people for specific responsibilities under the Board of Directors that you can contact with any questions.

SHUFFLEBOARD If anyone is interested in playing Horse Collar on Mondays at 10:00 AM, the cost is $1.00 per player (to be given away as prizes). Anyone can play. The Tuesday and Friday leagues began in January 2021. Call Ken Atkinson at 815-970-0467 if you have any questions.

BOOK CLUB Book Club will meet on Thursday, October 6th, at 1:30 PM at 2760 Steamboat Loop. If you enjoy reading and are willing to share your latest good book, join us for conversation and a cup of tea! For more information, call Marilyn Workman at 239-543-1168.

MOVIE NITE Friday, October 14th @ 7:00 PM Featuring: The Mothman Prophecies Starring: Richard Gere Rated: PG-13, Spooky Based on a True Story Free Popcorn - BYOB Lloyd & Carolyn Kelsey

EXERCISE FOR SENIORS CURTIS IS BACK & HE IS LOOKING FOR YOU!!

Now is the time to get up and get going again.

This is a total body workout that can be done standing or sitting down. It includes stretching, balance, cardio and light weights.

Give it a try - nothing to lose and may even gain some muscle.

Classes are held Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Clubhouse at 8:00 AM. Any questions, please contact Barb Simonson at 541-840-4430.

Additional classes are held Wednesdays and Saturdays at 10:00 AM. Any questions, please contact Celia Blotkamp at 703-863-2973.

WATER VOLLEYBALL!

WATER AEROBICS

Thursdays & Sundays 1:00 – 3:00 PM

8:00 AM Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays.

Come join us in this fun, non-competitive sport.

Meet new/old friends, get a few laughs while exercising.

No experience necessary.

Hope to see you there. If questions, contact Barb Simonson at 541-840-4430.

Air temperature must be 62 degrees by 8:00 AM. Use ABC News to check temperature.

This is a great exercise for men and women with less stress on your joints and muscles. The class consists of stretching, cardio and water weights. If you have them, bring a noodle, stretch bands and water weights.

If questions, contact Judy Brda at 239-731-1797.

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ENTERTAINMENT AROUND TARA WOODS BINGO AT TARA WOODS

Be one of the winners at our Tuesday night BINGO. And you can win more than once during the night!

If your eyesight isn’t as good as it once was, now you

can play too. We have really BIG game packs and “Specials” that are 8 ½” x 11” with 2” numbers.

No additional charge for the ticket that can make you the “King” or the “Queen” for the night and earn you even more money on all game sheets.

Game packets are sold with either 6 game squares per sheet or 9 game squares. The “Special” game papers have 3 game squares. Buy as many as you’d like!

Our Tuesday night BINGO session consists of 14 regular games and 6 “Special” games We also have “Hot Ball” prizes of $50.00 or more and a “Social” raffle. Sales STOP at 6:45 PM. Come join the fun.

PICKLEBALL To all new and existing residents. Looking to get some exercise and have some fun at the same time? Come join us for Pickleball!

It’s one of the fastest growing sports in the U.S. Current open play times are at 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM every day. Come down to the courts and say hello. We would be happy to teach you how to play the game. There are paddles available in the storage container in front of the courts and the balls are located on the door of each court. Proper footwear is required. Join in on the fun!

For further information contact Deb (401) 309-1136 / debra.nespolo@gmail.com Bruce (410) 409-5873 / bruce@brucelubichcpa.com Alice (313) 220-0622 / gowings2429@sbcglobal.net Louise (508) 672-2141 / lcpatter46@gmail.com

BOCCE

Mondays at 3:00 PM Tuesdays at 9:00 AM No need to sign up. Don’t need a partner.

New teams chosen every week ~ Easy to learn.

Questions: call Rudy Diaz 239-347-7934 Additional time: Tuesdays at 3:30.

TENNIS ANYONE? Join other tennis players every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday from 9:00-10:30 AM for friendly Tennis.

BUNCO

Ladies and Gentlemen, come join us every Sunday at 7:00 PM in the Card Room.

Cost is $3.00.

Will you have the first Bunco or the last, or the most? Will you have the most wins, or the most losses? If you do, the prize money will be yours! Come join the fun. Questions: call Polly Brown 239-246-2391.

PING PONG

Looking for Players!

MEN’S POKER Wednesday in Meeting Room at Clubhouse. 2:00 - 5:00 PM. Contact George D’Alessandro , 239-543-8492.

BRIDGE

The Bridge group is looking for bridge players.

We meet on Tuesdays at 12:30 PM in the Card Room.

Call Beth Ferris at 239-543-6295, Mary Green 239-800-3837 or Pauline Young at 239-997-5984 first if you are interested in playing with this friendly group. We’d like to have you join us. Beth Ferris

Remember those days playing ping pong as a kid?

You can still play today! Please join us on Thursdays from 1:00 to 3:00 PM in the Clubhouse.

For further information contact Norm Libby at 239-246-3510.

HAND AND FOOT CARD CLUB

AGGRAVATION Meets in the Clubhouse Card Room

at 7:00 PM on Monday and Thursday nights.

The game consists of 11 hands and is easy to learn. Eight quarters gets you in. Come join the fun and play a great card game.

MAH JONGG

Come join the group for a fun-filled afternoon of cards!

We meet on Fridays at 1:30 PM in the Card Room.

Don’t know how to play the game? EASY! We will teach you! It is easy to learn.

Questions: contact Polly Brown at 239-246-2391

GAME NIGHT Every Friday night at 7:00 p.m.

Different games can be played (All are easy to Learn) LEFT – CENTER – RIGHT (dice- 3-coin buy-in)

Come join the Mah Jongg group. Do not know how to play? We teach the first three Mondays of the month. We have a great time.

Come & join us on Mondays 12:003:00 PM. The Happy Ladies of Mah Jongg.

(winner-take-all each game)

CONTRACT RUMMY (similar to Aggravation) (6 quarter buy-in) 31 (card game) (3 dime buy-in each game) (winner-take-all each game)

For more information call Polly Brown at 239-246-2391.

CERAMICS Mondays – 12:00 Noon

CRIBBAGE

There’s a “new” game at Tara Woods. If you hear someone say, “fifteen two fifteen four” and you don’t think they’ve lost a screw or two, come and join us in the Card Room every Wednesday at 2:00 PM for a few games of Cribbage. The arrangement is fairly flexible since Cribbage can be played by 2 or 3 or 4 players. Just be there by 2 PM. Cards, cribbage boards and fun will be provided.

Contact Ann Millette 239-543-2954

POKER, ANYONE? LADIES! DO YOU PLAY POKER? How long has it been since you’ve played with friends? Did you know there’s a game every Monday night at the Clubhouse just for the ladies? Well, we really don’t have a “No Boys Allowed!!!” Rule, but men usually don’t like to play with wild cards and we do. But they’re welcome to play as long as they are willing to “play like girls”. It is most likely the least stressful and least expensive poker you can play around here! It’s a good night to socialize with the ladies and make new friends with the girls who like to play poker. The stakes are very low.

Call Polly Brown, 239-246-2391, if you’d like to join us – she’ll fill you in on the details or answer any questions you may have.

Ceramics is held in the Ceramics Room by the Tennis Courts.

We are there every Monday at 12:00 Noon.

For more information and for firing of the kiln please contact Maury Miller, 239-365-9859.

We hope you will come and participate in making ceramics with us. Come join the fun.

SHUFFLEBOARD

If anyone is interested in playing Horse Collar on Mondays at 10:00 AM, the cost is $1.00 per player (to be given away as prizes). Anyone can play. The Tuesday and Friday leagues began in January 2021.

Call Ken Atkinson at 815-970-0467 if you have any questions.

HORSESHOES Every Friday at 1:00 PM At the Horseshoe Pits.

Come join us for fun and laughs.

YOGA

Mondays and Fridays at 10:00 AM in the Clubhouse Living Room. For any questions, call Marilyn Workman at 239-543-1168.

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TARA WOODS COMPUTER CLUB The Tara Woods Computer Club has ended its offseason lessons for the year. We will meet again on the first three Thursdays in November (11/3, 11/10, and 11/17) in the Card Room of the Clubhouse at 10:30 AM. The purpose of these preliminary meetings will be to discuss the topics we will cover during the upcoming winter season, and to answer any general computer questions you may have.

We will not be meeting between Thanksgiving and Christmas (everyone is too busy at that time of year),

and our first regular Computer Club lesson will be on Thursday, January 5th. As in previous seasons, the first and third Thursday will cover Computer Basics, the second and fourth Thursday will be more Advanced Topics selected by the members, and the fifth Thursday (if any) will be for General Questions and Answers.

We spend as much time as we need to on each topic, and the next topic to be covered is always posted on the bulletin board in the Clubhouse. Feel free to attend only those classes that appeal to you.

Bring something to take notes with, and your laptop computer if you want to follow along on it. I will answer any question you care to ask me. I also give private lessons and set up or repair computers in your home. I’ve been designing, programming, repairing, teaching, and working with computers since 1968, and can help you with all of your computer needs. Please call me with any questions or comments at 239-652-0488. I’m looking forward to hearing from you. ~ Dave St. Laurent, The Computer Tutor

Kay Galeana Center of Catholic Charities in Fort Myers. It goes to their food kitchen which helps feed over seven thousand men, women, and children each month.

Wake Up America that provides daily distribution of excess food from several markets to local food pantries. The food is distributed by residents of Lake Fairways and Pine Lakes each day.

I have been to each of these charities. I like to know my money is going to a good cause and only to that cause, not a big chunk in a CEO’s pocket. These three charities are excellent; you can be assured your money is being used wisely.

You will find in this issue of The Columns, a letter from A Day of Caring with an envelope attached. This

is for donations that can be mailed to Chris Olson, 19567 Cotton Bay (address is on envelope), or put in the donation box in the Clubhouse, or handed to any Board member. All checks should be made out to The Day of Caring, Inc. Cash is also appreciated.

AND the best news; we are having our third Quarter Auction on Thursday, November 10th, at the Clubhouse. Those of you who went to our other Quarter Auctions know how much fun it was. 99% of the money raised went to A Day of Caring.

There is another article in The Columns about the Quarter Auction. For more information on either the Day of Caring or The Quarter Auction, you can contact me. Chris Olson 715-851-4681 either call or text. Thanks much.

DAY OF CARING Tara Woods is a very giving community. For those of you who have been here a few years, you know that. We have many ways for us to give to those less fortunate than us. For the new residents, The Day of Caring is one of the ways you can be a part of the “Magic of Tara Woods.” It was started over twentyfive years ago with three parks getting together for a common cause. Pine Lakes, Lake Fairways, and Tara Woods picked three charities they helped locally. The last few years, the charities have been: The Fort Myers Rescue Mission that presently provides housing and services to ninety residents, many were homeless, who are required to seek outside employment and to do work on the premises.

Catholic Charities Our donation goes to Elizabeth

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THE MAGIC OF TARA WOODS ABOUNDS BUT IT NEEDS A LITTLE HELP A coalition made up of Vicki Hoard and Company, the MidAtlantic Club, and the Neighbors Helping Neighbors group, is planning to provide a holiday meal and fellowship for the special needs residents, the elderly, those who are alone with no local family, or homebound residents during the Christmas season. This would take place on Sunday, December 18th, at 1:00 PM in the Clubhouse, and will be funded by Hometown America.

However, this partnership needs your help to identify those residents who would like to take advantage of this outreach. It is a challenge to identify them, so if you personally qualify or know of someone who may qualify for the meal, please contact one of the following persons, in order that a comprehensive list can be compiled, and invitations sent.

• Vicky Hoard 330-697-4630 • Judy Brda 239-731-1797 • Claire Schwinn 847-602-3390 You can also nominate a qualifying resident using the sign-up sheet under the Neighbors Helping Neighbors Poster found in the Clubhouse.

It is understood that not all the residents who qualify for the event are capable of making it to the Clubhouse. Meals will be delivered to the homebound and a shuttle service will be made available to residents who need transportation to the Clubhouse.

The Magic of Tara Woods has nothing to do with the physical property of the community and all its amenities. It is the people and groups that reach out and provide fellowship and help to all the residents. Please take the time to contact one of the above persons to take advantage of this opportunity, or to let them know of someone who would benefit greatly from this outreach. Help make the holiday season special for those who may not have the chance to experience the Magic of Tara Woods.

Thank You, Peter Krilivsky Director, Tara Woods Homeowners Association

OCTOBER 2022 Island Visitor Publishing

BIRTHDAYS IN OCTOBER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

Samuel Barr, Gary Carnevale, Priscilla Renahan, Mary Whitten Mary Halupa, 96 Yrs. Rich Courtney, Hilda Dienes, Mike Santoro Denny Knebel, Carol Murphy Lizabeth Torrents Frank Risbara, Don Tribeck John Sabol Ken Ferris, Larry Nadeau, Chris Quintal, Bill Reece Cookie Brunner, Bob DeSalvo, Jeff Fisher, Dorothy Krasovec, Randy Simonson, Marty Thompson Marcia Poveromo Becky Lundmark, Fred Pansegrau, Fred Puhlfuerst, Gail Salamino, Lynn Taylor, Janell Wissler Suzi Brandt, Chris Fonner Ghislain Marcil Elaine Baer, Mike Curtis, Jan Goers Beth Gross Bill Glandorf, Nancy Lamson, Sue Sobkowicz, Bob Tirollo

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17 Ellen Burgoyne, Pat Hamilton, Bob Phelan 18 Ron Perkins 19 Arlene Greene, Mike Kelly, Jean Lavoie 20 Alice Montelaro, Mary Nothnagel 21 Ron Andrews, Jeanne Hoopman, Deb Skelton 22 Kim Johns, Angie Kern, Barb Robinson, Julie Wehrung 23 Frank Neveu, Susan Reece 24 Ron Adriance, Lee Blusiewicz, Vicki Hoard, Annette McClintock 25 John Bianco, Ron Davidson, Sandy Schuelke 26 Denise Clark, Carolyn Esposito 27 Don Boehlke, Mike Hoard, Jack Morley, Jean Yurkovich 28 Mary Blau, Clayton Cooledge, Renee Horton, Trudy Victor 29 Lou Aubry, Gwen Martone 30 Peggy Conley 31 Susi Fogle, Kim Girard, Bart Leneker, 93 Yrs., Ray Sheneman, David Whidden

ANNIVERSARIES IN OCTOBER 2 3 7 9 12 15 16 17 21

JC & Tiff Crimmins 22 Beverly & Wayne Ray, Ann Marie & John Dixon, Jo Ann & John Van Sleet Marcia & Chuck Poveromo 23 Vladimir & Luba Fulmas, Elaine & Lee Zacek, 55 Yrs. Nancy Mullet & Bob Marigliano Sandra & Mark Wasie 24 Connie & Denny Knebel Janice & George Johnston 25 Gay & Patrick O’Keefe Linda & Martin D’Cruze 27 Norma & Louis Cruz, 60 Yrs. Claire & Mike Schwinn 31 Carol DeVico & Sam Fiorino Jan & Frank Risbara, Contact Sue Clark 412-780-3584 or randsclark@verizon.net Shelli & Don Vannatta before October 10th for Special Recognition of Birthdays Janet & Fred Kossen, 55 Yrs. 90+ and Anniversaries 50, 55 or 60+ in November 2022

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