Shell Point Life March 2010

March 2010 Vol. 5 Issue 3

Strength and honor are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.

Play Clothes

Proverbs 31:25 King James Version

By Lynn Schneider, Editor Remember when we were

belong to our volunteers and

kids and we had clothes that

include blue smocks for the

our mothers referred to as “play

Larsen Pavilion Auxiliary, orange

clothes”? You would come home

vests for Adopt-a-Road, life jack-

from church or school and before

ets for the the Suzy Q, and gar-

you could go outside where all the

dening gloves for the Orchid

dirt and fun was you were told,

House, to name just a few.

“Go put on your play clothes.”

And, of course, individual enthusiasts

Well, we may be older, but here at

who enjoy golfing, boating, fishing, fitness,

Shell Point, we still have play clothes! What,

biking, and more have their own particular

you don’t believe me? Let’s take a closer look.

play clothes as well.

For instance, the photo on the cover

The list goes on and on, but there is

of this month’s edition of Shell Point Life is of

one group of play clothes that doesn’t fit in

Junonia resident Ron Munson. Ron dons his

with the rest of these categories and we

play clothes almost every week to play in a

will be enjoying them this month as Shell

local men’s senior softball league. You’ll find

Point brings back one of its most popular

his story on page 6.

women’s events.

Then there are the folks in the various

I am pleased and excited to announce

creativity centers at Shell Point who wear a

that due to popular demand, the Shell Point

variety of favorite – often paint-stained –

annual fashion show is returning! The

play clothes as they explore and express

women of Shell Point will once again get

themselves through painting, wood work-

the opportunity to enjoy their own special

ing, crafting, quilting, beading, pottery, or

version of play clothes as the latest fashions

any of the other numerous forms of artistic

from various shops in the Bell Tower are

endeavors going on throughout the commu-

modeled by our own residents! The event is

nity. You’ll find these artists “hard at play”

just around the corner and you’ll find all of

as they prepare for the upcoming art, photo,

the details on the next page.

and quilt shows that will display their talents and creativity this month.

Another category of play clothes

So, no matter what aspect of the Shell

Shell Point Life is published monthly for the residents of Shell Point Retirement Community.

Editor Lynn Schneider Assistant Editor Rochelle Cherniawski Art Director Rich Cerrina Design and Layout Wendy Iverson Contributors Gene McGonigle, Teri Kollath, Robyn Church, Mary Franklin, Bev Chandley, Sandra Ashley, Rachael Dula, Inga Bredahl, Linda Hicks, Tom Frackenpohl, Randy Woods, Bev Patten, Tim Stephenson, Lee Johns, Susan Uhleman, Peggy Holton, Sarah Patten Do you have story ideas or photos to share?

Contact Rochelle Cherniawski, assistant editor, by calling 239-454-2055 or e-mail: rochellecherniawski@shellpoint.org.

Or submit suggestions in writing to Rochelle at the Shell Point Welcome Center.

Back Issues Available Online Is there an issue of one of the magazines that you just have to have? Was your friend or family member seen in a recent issue but you lost it? You can find the current issue as well as the back issues of the magazine at www.shellpoint.net/spl/splife.htm

Point lifestyle you favor the most, put on your play clothes and join the fun!

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ON THE COVER Ron Munson plays outfield for the Lee County Senior Softball League.

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Shell Point is a non-profit ministry of The Christian and Missionary Alliance Foundation, Inc.

COLORS OF SPRING

Annual Shell Point Fashion Show & Tea Thursday, March 18, 2010 Two o’clock in the afternoon Shell Point Auditorium Enjoy sweet refreshments and door prizes while previewing fashions from several of your favorite Bell Tower Shops modeled by Shell Point residents. Tickets $35.

Confetti Fashion Show to

Benefit Pavilion Auxiliary When Shell Point President Peter Dys announced the fundraising campaign to helpcomplete the new entrance feature as the final phase of the Larsen Pavilion, the Pavilion Auxiliary graciously stepped forward with a pledge of $100,000 toward the project.

To help the Auxiliary reach their goal, a number of events have been planned by the Resort Services department for the remainder of this year.

One such event is the popular Shell Point Fashion Show, which will be held on Thursday, March 18 at 2 p.m.

According to Sherry Brown, director of long-term care, “We are excited about the level of determination the Pavilion Auxiliary has shown and the enthusiasm they have about raising these funds. Plus, it is also very gratifying to see so many people coming forward to help.”

“The fashion show is a fun way for residents and their friends to support this worthwhile effort,” said Dawn Boren, the planner of the event.

“This event will be a wonderful afternoon of delightful spring fashions in an environment of festive decor that brings out the colors of spring!”

Tickets are currently on sale and may be purchased by the reply card in the invitation or by calling Mary Franklin at 454-2152.

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A NEW LEE COUNTY PROGRAM Is Looking to Tap into your Business Network

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eing retired doesn’t mean you’ve lost your influence in the business community. On the contrary, many residents at Shell Point still maintain close ties to individuals within their former professions. As such, the local economic development office has reached out to Shell Point residents as part of a campaign designed to attract new business to Lee County. Here’s how you can help.

One of the factors that exacerbated the recent economic crisis in Lee County was that many of the jobs in our local economy are extremely dependent upon two major industries: tourism and building construction. When these industries faltered, jobs were lost and the local economy suffered.

The Fort Myers Regional Partnership (Lee County’s Economic Development Office) has determined that to rebuild a stronger economy, attention needs to be focused on bringing new, higher-paying jobs in diversified industries into the area. In the past this occurred when successful small and medium companies either relocated to the area from up north or expanded into this market.

If you could do something to improve Lee County’s economy and increase the number of high-wage jobs, would you? Something as simple as sharing your current or previous business contacts up north could help Lee County’s economy recover more rapidly and become more resilient to future downturns.

How Can You Help?

Something as simple as sharing your business contacts “up north” could help spur growth and recovery in Lee County.

region than those people who already enjoy living and working here?”

The Partnership now has a website for its campaign, www.Together4Business.com, to allow individuals to quickly and easily submit their leads or ideas. Information will be treated confidentially and followed-up on by the Partnership’s professional staff.

Networking Works

“Economic development is not just about businesses and bottom lines. It’s about our community as a whole. It ultimately enables us to create higher-paying jobs, The Fort Myers Regional Partnership enhance our educational offerings, and (Partnership) has recently launched a new improve our quality of life,” said grass-roots campaign to identify potential Moore. “Bringing new business to Lee prospects who own businesses up north that County benefits all of us, and everybody might make good candidates for expansion knows somebody who would enjoy the benor relocation to Lee County. The Partnership efits of doing business here. Either way, we’re is encouraging local residents, employers, encouraging everyone to share their knowland individuals to play an active role in edge to benefit our community.”

The Partnership works to attract new boosting our economy and ensuring the future of Lee County by sharing any busi- and diversified businesses resulting in highness leads or ideas that could prove benefi- wage, high-skilled jobs, retains and encourages the expansion of existing businesses and cial to the region. improves the overall business enviResidents who have already disThe Perfect Destination ronment. Lee County has a thriving covered the benefits of living in Lee As you know, Lee County has many fea- County are the best source of leads business community with a highly tures that make it the perfect destination for for potential new business here, regarded airport, significant corporetirement living; likewise, these same features according to Jim Moore, executive rate development, and ample real make it the perfect place to do business. Often director of the Partnership. “We’re estate opportunities. The area is businesses relocate to this area, when the busi- taking a unique approach to buildattracting, retaining, and growing Jim Moore ness owner wishes to reside in this area or ing and promoting our area’s ecohigh-value businesses with a unique already had friends or family here — that’s nomic diversity by raising awareness from the blend of an outstanding business climate and where the residents of Shell Point come in. inside out. Who better to champion our superior quality of life.

For more information and to share your Several local community figures are involved in the Partnership. Above L-R: Dr. Ken Walker, District ideas visit: www.Together4Business.com or President for Edison State College; Tony Lapi, CEO, Tween Waters Inn; Dr. Wilson G. Bradshaw, FGCU call Jim Moore at the Fort Myers Regional President; and Kitty Green, Horizon Council Community Outreach Task Force Chair.

Partnership at (239) 338-3161.

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King’s Crown Renovation Receives

BIA Summit Award

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ing’s Crown was Shell Point’s first assisted living facility, built in 1987. After 20 years of operation it was time to give the building a fresh look and make a number of changes to meet the exciting new programming that the King’s Crown team was eager to implement. Shell Point hired interior designer Lori Wegman, and Christopher J. Lee Architects to handle the $4.1 million project.

Scott Moore, director of facility operations, said, “I couldn’t have been happier with the team. Lori and Chris provided us with an elegant as well as functional design. Stevens Construction made it possible to perform the work safely while remaining fully occupied.”

The renovation was successful and transformed into a beautiful, state-of-the-art space.

Christopher J. Lee Architects decided to see how the project compared to similar projects in the area and entered their work in the Lee County BIA 2009 Summit Awards, which are given to acknowledge excellence in the commercial and remodeling industry.

Lee County BIA recognized the success of the renovation by awarding Christopher J. Lee Architects with the Summit Award for Best Architectural Renovation- Project.

The remodel has brought many changes to the look and feel of the King’s Crown.

Beautiful new sitting rooms, social activity

L-R: Interior Designer Lori Wegman; Director of Operations Scott Moore; Architect Christopher Lee holding the BIA award; and Director of Assisted Living Rita Southern.

rooms, and a billiards room provide warm and enjoyable spaces for the residents to relax and enjoy each other’s company. By removing corridors and adding 1,880 square feet, the architects created a larger and more open feeling.

Scott feels that renovation exemplifies Shell Point’s lifestyle with lifecare. “We now have two fantastic choices in assisted living facilities. The Arbor offers more of a resort feel, while the King’s Crown provides a more intimate bed and breakfast appeal.”

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Mr. Softball Ron Munson Takes to the Field with Local Senior Softball League B

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of the bat brings cheers from the crowd as Ron Munson of Junonia rounds first base at the ball field at Shady Oaks Park in Fort Myers. He reaches second base and keeps a watchful eye as the pitcher gets ready for his next pitch.

With a solid hit from his teammate, Ron rounds the bases and scores a run. An hour later the game ends with a final score of 15 to 11. Ron and his teammates are jubilant as they pack up their gear and head off the field. But whether they win or lose, Ron’s passion for softball is a home run.

SENIOR SOFTBALL Above: Ron Munson takes the bench with his teammates in the dugout while the other team is up. Left: As he rounds third base Ron and is waved home by the third baseman. Top right: Ron’s wife, Judy, attends most of her husband’s games and enjoys watching the action from the stands and chatting with friends.

Below: As an outfielder, Ron loves the physical challenge of the game.

Ron has been a dedicated player in the Fort Myers 50+ Morning Senior Softball League since he moved to Shell Point in February of 2004. In fact, Ron has been a lover of the ball game since his youth.

“I’ve been playing ball ever since I can remember,” said Ron. “When I was a kid, I played baseball. I started playing softball in my 20s. And when I turned 50, I started playing senior softball.”

Ron played on senior softball leagues in both Michigan and Texas before he and his wife, Judy, moved to Shell Point.

“I played on a traveling team in El Paso, Texas, for nine years. We went all over the state and to New Mexico, Arizona, Nevada, and beyond. We even competed in three world championship games in Phoenix, Las Vegas, and Portland.”

Regardless of their travels across the country, Ron and Judy chose Fort Myers as the best place to settle, but Ron’s love for the game didn’t fade when they relocated to Fort Myers.

The very week Ron and Judy moved to Shell Point, he contacted Lee County Parks and Recreation to find his new team. And just like that, within the same week he settled in at Shell Point, he was back on the ball field.

The Fort Myers 50+ Morning Senior

Softball League is comprised of 12 teams of around 12 players each. The only stipulation is that all players must be a minimum of 50 years of age. There is not a set maximum age. “Some of the guys are in their 80s,” said Ron. “And they’re doing just fine.”

Ron has noticed one significant difference in playing with a more seasoned crowd. “When we were kids, the conversation on the bench used to be about girls and cars. Now the guys talk about hip replacements and heart attacks,” he laughed. “But, we all still love to play!”

Although the conversations on the bench have changed, Ron’s number one fan in the stands has remained the same. “Judy still comes to almost all of my games. She’s probably seen thousands of them. And everyone in the league knows her. If she doesn’t make it to a game, people really miss her. She’s our best cheerleader. The players really love talking with Judy. She offers a great listening ear, and she certainly shows us a lot of support.”

While Judy is known as the big fan of the league, she invites more people to join her in

the stands anytime. “Anyone can come cheer on our players,” said Judy. “You don’t need a ticket — just bring a chair, some snacks, and a cheerful spirit.”

Plus, anyone over 50 is welcome to join Ron on the field. “I know there are a lot of eligible players at Shell Point. We welcome anyone who wants to join the league, regardless of experience. In fact, we have first-time players sharing the bench with a former major leaguer! One of the teams has a player that used to pitch for the New York Mets. You can definitely tell that some of these guys were just outstanding players in their prime. But we are all just out there now to have a good time.”

The 50+ Morning Senior Softball League plays year round at Shady Oaks Park, behind Terry Park in Fort Myers every Monday and Wednesday morning beginning at 9 a.m.

Anyone interested in cheering on the team or joining them on the field, can get more information by contacting Ron at 267-0343.

Editor’s Note: Ron Munson’s poignant, memoir, A Senior Softball Player’s Prayer, is on www.shellpoint.net under Poetry and Prose.

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ON THE SURFACE, THE JANUARY 12TH EARTHQUAKE IN HAITI COULD BE PERCEIVED AS A HOPELESS, TRAGIC, DESTRUCTIVE ACT. BUT FOR THOSE WHO ARE LIVING THROUGH IT — FROM PEOPLE WHO SURVIVED THE QUAKE TO FAMILY MEMBERS HUNDREDS OF MILES AWAY, UNABLE TO HELP — THE STORY GOES A BIT DEEPER. IT SHINES A SPOTLIGHT ON THE NATION OF HAITI: ITS PAST, ITS FUTURE, AND ITS DEFINING ROLE HERE AT SHELL POINT. aiti’s past can be gleaned from any history book: independence in 1804, not too long after the United States’ own independence. Several wars and occupations. Brutal dictatorships. An official language, Creole, which was only officially documented mere decades ago. A seemingly endless string of hurricanes, floods, and famines.

“Haiti had many problems, even before the earthquake,” says Harold Hanson (Oakmont), a retired pastor and missionary who has traveled to Haiti several times in the last two years, to assist in building a school in the town of St. Marc.

“We saw people in the next town making dirt cookies — literally mixing dirt and mud into cookies — and selling them for five cents a-piece. They had so little, this was the only thing they knew to do.”

But out of this despair, things were “working together for good.” Generations of hard-working and family-minded Haitians emigrated to the United States, eager to enrich the lives of people in both countries. Many have discovered an ideal working environment at Shell Point Retirement Community.

“Caring for, serving, and satisfying are our core values here at Shell Point,” says Karen Anderson, director of human resources. “Because our Haitian employees are so caring and service-minded, they fit in perfectly with our organization.”

Through the lives of three Shell Point employees — Joseph Julmeus, Amecia Desroche, and Pierre Charles — the experiences of January 12 can be put into a new perspective, demonstrating how a turbulent past can blossom into a hopeful future.

ALWAYS HELPFUL

Photo courtesy of Operation Blessing

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At least once a year, Joseph Julmeus travels to Haiti as part of a mission trip.

Several times he has assisted by interpreting for Harold Hanson and his team in St. Marc, Joseph’s own hometown.

Joseph knows firsthand about the long suffering of Haiti. After his father passed away in 1978, he saw the chance to give his family a better life. “I thought about going with my cousin to Canada,” says Joseph, “but he said it’s better that I go to the United States. I ended up in Boston.”

Josephs’s first job was as a dishwasher in a seafood restaurant. He quickly advanced to become a prep cook, which came in handy when he applied at Shell Point 20 years ago. “When I came to Florida, at first I applied here for a housekeeping job. But they saw I had a food service background, so I first worked for food service.”

“When I started, very few Haitians worked at Shell Point. I think there was me and one other lady who was a CNA,” says Joseph.”

Joseph’s good work ethic and genial nature made him perfect for a supervisory role. “When Al Slickers took charge of housekeeping, he offered me a supervisor job.” Joseph also oversees the Laundry facilities, located in the Island tunnel. “Shell Point is a good place to work,” says Joseph.

“It’s friendly, respectful, enthusiastic. I never regret coming to Shell Point.”

Since Joseph began work at Shell Point, continued on next page Top: Relief supplies are beginning to reach earthquake victims. Bottom: Joseph Julmeus (left) returns to his home town of St. Marc, Haiti at least once a year for a mission trip. Joseph has also assisted as translator for Harold Hanson (Oakmont) several times during his own mission trips to assist in building schools.

Clockwise from top left: Some Haitians have so little that they resort to making dirt cookies to sell on the street.

Joseph Julmeus (on horse) in his home town of St. Marc, Haiti. Joseph has worked at Shell Point in hospitality services for more than 20 years, first in dining services, working his way up to his current role as housekeeping and laundry supervisor. A two-story school house in St. Marc built by Hatians and mission teams. For some, like the students shown here, hope for the future comes in the form of an education.

the Haitian workforce has ballooned from 2 or 3 to more than 300. His desire to help his co-workers and countrymen led him to take a leadership role as a liaison between Shell Point’s administration and its Haitian employees. Joseph joked, “Out of the 300 employees, I probably know about 250 of them personally! I help translate for them, if their English is not very good. Even outside of Shell Point — if they go to the bank and don’t know what to do to get a loan — they call me, and I am happy to help.”

“Joseph is a pretty amazing man,” says Karen Anderson, Shell Point’s director of human resources. “He’s always here, always helpful. He’s a great person to work with.”

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WORKING AT SHELL POINT: OUT OF THE 300 (HAITIAN) EMPLOYEES, I PROBABLY KNOW ABOUT 250 PERSONALLY! I HELP TRANSLATE FOR THEM. EVEN OUTSIDE OF SHELL POINT — IF THEY GO TO THE BANK AND DON’T KNOW WHAT TO DO — THEY CALL ME, AND I AM HAPPY TO HELP. ...THIS IS A GOOD PLACE TO WORK. IT’S FRIENDLY, RESPECTFUL, ENTHUSIASTIC. I NEVER REGRET COMING TO SHELL POINT. — Joseph Julmeus a supreme sense of integrity and honesty.”

Karen added, “He’s dedicated to Shell Point, but also to helping the people of Haiti — through his church, and by going there on mission trips. He certainly hasn’t

forgotten where he’s come from — he has a deep love for his country.”

Almost all Haitian employees have similar stories. Amecia Desroche grew up on Ile de la Gonave, an island about 30

GETTING BACK HOME: I TRAVELED WITH AN AMERICAN MISSIONARY ON MY ISLAND. I HAD TO GET A RIDE ON THE BACK OF A MOTORCYCLE, WHICH WAS TERRIFYING! ON MY WAY TO PORTAU-PRINCE, THE MISSIONARY TOLD ME: ‘AMECIA, GOD IS GOING TO DO SOMETHING SPECIAL FOR YOU.’ THEN HE FOUND OUT THERE WAS ROOM FOR ME ON THEIR FLIGHT TO THE US. THEY TOOK TO ME FORT PIERCE, FLORIDA, WHERE MY HUSBAND AND TWO CHILDREN WERE WAITING FOR ME. THEY WERE VERY HAPPY TO SEE ME, AND I WAS VERY HAPPY TO SEE THEM! — AmeciA Desroche residents and the management, they talk to us and treat us like human beings. They know how to treat a person. It’s something I am very proud about.”

“EVERYTHING WAS SHAKING” miles off the coast of Port-au-Prince. “I came for a better living,” says Amecia about coming to the United States. “There are more opportunities here.” And upon arriving in Fort Myers, she found more than just a job. “I met my husband in church, and that’s what brought me to Fort Myers!”

For 15 years Amecia has worked as a CNA in the Larsen Pavilion, on the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th floors. “I love the residents, and I love the people I work with,” she says.

“My favorite thing is to come in and see the smiles on the residents’ faces. They know me very well; they know my touch. They call for me. When I’m not there, they say, ‘Where’s Amecia?’”

Pierre Charles — most people call him “Charlie” — had different motivations for leaving the country. “I like politics, and my uncle was a mayor in Haiti,” he says. “When we tried to talk about something or say something is bad, that’s a problem.” Fearing that his political boldness would lead to retribution, Charlie’s uncle fled to the United States, with Charlie following him shortly thereafter. He went to school in Miami, and eventually made his way to Fort Myers.

Three years ago, he was able to earn enough to bring his wife and three daughters from Haiti to the U.S. “God did it,” says Charlie, “because He knows my situation.”

Charlie has worked in Housekeeping at Shell Point for 10 years. “I am very proud to work for Shell Point,” says Charlie. “The

For Charlie, Amecia, Joseph, and Haitians everywhere, the January 12 earthquake was a “where-were-you?” moment.

Where was Joseph?

“I was in Haiti,” Joseph answers.

He had travelled to St. Marc on a mission trip. About 45 miles away from Portau-Prince, the people of St. Marc felt the tremors four seconds after they hit the capital. “Everything was shaking — the trees, the house, the car,” recalls Joseph. “I said, ‘God help me’ in my heart — I couldn’t say the words, because at that time, you don’t have any words that can come out.

“I said, ‘God, if I die, don’t let my body get lost. I want my family to see my body.”

Fortunately, Joseph was outside at the time and wasn’t injured by falling debris.

After the initial quake, Joseph went into town to the hospital in St. Marc, which would eventually fill up with desperate injured people who were escaping Port-auPrince. “There was too much death in Port-au-Prince, and people started to come to the small towns. Dead bodies would come in cars, or people would have half a hand or half a leg. People were crying; they have no food. All we could do is move them to the floor to make room for more.

Some died in my hands. It was a tragedy.”

A week earlier, Amecia Desroche had

already experienced a tragedy — her father had passed away, and she’d returned to her home island for the funeral. In an eerie precursor, she was almost stranded in Port-auPrince because the waters were too rough for the island ferry. She eventually found her way onto a private plane to La Gonave and attended the funeral on Monday. On Tuesday evening, the ground started to shake.

Immediately following the news of the earthquake, employee chaplain Don Steenhoek began ministering to employees and organized several services of remembrance at Shell Point.

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GOD HAS A PLAN FOR HAITI. IF YOU HELP ME TO PRAY, AND BE STRONG, GOD WILL SHOW US THE WAY, AND WE WILL REBUILD IT. — pierre chArles

“I was in the car going to my mother’s house,” recalls Amecia. “I see people waving their arms, screaming at the top of their lungs. In just one second, I saw a school building flip over and collapse.” Amecia made it to her mother’s house safely, but the terror of constant aftershocks continued.

“We sat down in front of her house, and everything started moving and shaking again. I didn’t run, because if you run, then you fall down and hurt yourself. Even when you sleep — if you’re in the bed, you’re shaking. It could be 1 in the morning, could be 6. You never know.”

Amecia also witnessed the human toll of the disaster. “I met a woman with four children. She had left them with a neighbor while she worked in the farm. They were making a soup for the baby when the quake happened, and the baby fell in the soup. Her entire face was burned — gone. But they had no money to go to a doctor or any kind of medicine; all they could do was put a bandage on it. I still don’t know if she survived.”

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NOT KNOWING For Haitians living in the US, the quake brought a different kind of fear: not knowing.

Pierre Charles: “I was working, and my partner, Mr. Richard, was looking down. I thought, ‘What is happening? He always talks to me!’ Eventually he told me: ‘Charlie, something happened in Haiti. Many people have been killed.’ I just put my head down and cried, and thought about it. And I said, ‘God, you did this for a reason. I don’t know the reason yet.’ Then I called my family.”

For four days, Charlie attempted to call relatives in Haiti but could reach no one.

He had brothers, sisters, and more than 30 nieces and nephews — not to mention his wife’s family members. None of them had been accounted for.

Employee Chaplain Don Steenhoek had begun ministering to night-shift employees in the Larsen Pavilion shortly after the quake struck. “Everybody was transfixed to the TV,” he says. “They were all trying to call relatives in Haiti, but with no success. For 24 hours, all they could do was watch the pictures on TV, and express their frustration about not knowing.”

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EVERYBODY WAS TRANSFIXED TO THE TV. THEY WERE ALL TRYING TO CALL RELATIVES IN HAITI, BUT WITH NO SUCCESS. FOR 24 HOURS, ALL THEY COULD DO WAS WATCH THE PICTURES ON TV, AND EXPRESS THEIR FRUSTRATION ABOUT NOT KNOWING. — Don steenhoek, employee chAplAin

FLY THE FRIENDLY SKIES DON SHEPSON PILOTS RELIEF GOODS INTO HAITI verybody has contributed something to the Haiti relief effort. Retired United Airlines pilot Don Shepson (Coquina) took to the skies.

Don had flown 757s, 767s, and 777s, amassing more than 27,000 hours of flight time — more than 3 years in the sky. At the time, United mandated retirement at age 60 — but Don was far from hanging it up. “I really enjoyed what I was doing,” he says.

“Before I retired, a friend of mine asked me to consider doing service with MAF (Mission Aviation Fellowship). I didn’t think they could use older guys like me, but with the twin turbine engine planes they flew, they had an interest in folks with experience.”

Don’s experience came in handy in faroff places like Mali and Afghanistan, where he and his wife would spend up to 5 months at a time, flying all over the country. “It was one of the best things that ever happened to me,” he says.

After the Haiti earthquake, a similar support organization — Missionary Flights International (MFI) — asked Don to pilot shuttle flights between Haiti and the US. He eagerly volunteered and before long was piloting a King Air 200 twin turboprop on daily flights between Fort Pierce, Florida, and Barahona, Dominican Republic, about 30 miles from the Haiti border. “The first flights were all medical supplies,” says Don. “Vaccinations, serums, lots of medical equipment. We packed the plane so full that we had to crawl in through the window to get into the cockpit.”

On later journeys into Port-au-Prince, Don’s flights ferried relief workers and Haitian refugees back to the US. Several of the Haitian passengers stuck in Don’s mind.

“We had a lady whose knee was swelled up to twice its normal size, and she was crying because of the pain. One of the saddest things for me was seeing a woman who had

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lost her husband. She and her daughters looked like deer in the headlights — exhausted, and not really knowing what had just happened.”

While back-to-back 12-hour days can be exhausting, Don is quick to downplay his role in the relief effort and instead shift the focus on those who are working in the adverse conditions of Haiti. “I really marvel at the commitment of those who work for 3 or 4 weeks at a time, and then come home with a smile on their face. At the end of the day, I can be home and get a shower and a hot meal — but those folks are working under tarps, with no electricity or running water. It’s amazing.”

“But it really made me appreciate those who have been there for a lifetime. They are the real heroes.”

Don also added a word of encouragement for the Haitian employees of Shell Point. “We'll continue this effort as long as it takes. Your families and your country have not been forgotten.”

1. Missionary Flights International’s twin turbine plane on the flight ramp in Port-au-Prince.

2. Occasionally, the cargo includes pizzas, a welcomed break from military MREs (Meal, Ready to Eat). 3. Stateside, crews prepare relief supplies for air shipment. 5. Unloading relief supplies at the airport. 4. U.S. Customs agents verify passenger documentation. 6. With so many aircraft coming and going, there just aren’t enough fuel tankers, so crews came up with an alternate fueling method to help relieve bottlenecks. 7. A view of the Bahamas islands from the cockpit.

Traveling in and out of Port-au-Prince is still very difficult.There are large crowds and no commercial flights currently running.

If someone is fortunate enough to get on a flight with a relief organization or a transport carrier, the conditions are not at all what we are normally accustomed to.

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about bodies being buried in mass graves, and you haven’t heard anything from your family. Many of our employees are still waiting for news.”

Meanwhile in Haiti, both Joseph Julmeus and Amecia Desroche faced the same problem: communicating to their families in the US that they were OK. “There was no communication, no phones, no Internet,” says Joseph. “There was no electricity. We were in the dark, sleeping on the floor or on the street. The best thing I could do was to get back to the United States.” Joseph escaped on a US military transport flight.

Amecia faced a bigger challenge: first finding transportation off her small home island. “American citizens were being encouraged to leave Haiti, and I’m a US citizen,” said Amecia. “I traveled with an American missionary on my island. We tried to drive to our little airport, but people didn’t have any gas. Some were trying to push their cars to their airport! I had to get a ride on the back of a motorcycle, which was terrifying!”

“On my way to Port-au-Prince, the missionary told me: ‘Amecia, God is going to do something special for you.’ Then he found out there was room for me on their flight to the US. They took me to Fort Pierce, Florida, where my husband and two children were waiting for me. They were very happy to see me, and I was very happy to see them!”

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Eventually both Amecia and Joseph returned to Shell Point. “The first time I saw Joseph back at work, I gave him a big hug,” says Karen Anderson. “I said, ‘How are you Joseph?’ And he had his standard response: ‘So far, so good.’ “

MY HOMELAND Charlie echoes the sentiments of most Haitians when he talks about mourning the tragedy: “It’s not just for my family I am sad, but it is for my homeland. I love the United States — they have given me opportunities and education — but nothing is better than your homeland. I’ve lived here so long, now I have two homelands — the U.S. and Haiti.”

is controlled by US military, so even if you want to go, you can’t,” says Joseph. “But if you just stay at home, it’s tough. That‘s why you come to work, which is better.”

For many Shell Point employees, working provided an important release. Karen Anderson says she was impressed by how dedicated the employees remained to their

IT’S A DIFFICULT TIME FOR ALL HAITIANS EVERYWHERE. THAT’S OUR BLOOD — OUR SISTERS AND BROTHERS — OUR COUNTRY. BUT WHEN PEOPLE SAY, ‘PRAY FOR HAITI,’ THEN YOU SHOULD ALSO PRAY FOR AMERICA TOO. YOU LIVE AND WORK HERE EVERY DAY, AND AMERICA IS YOUR COUNTRY ALSO. — Joseph Julmeus Joseph Julmeus agrees. “It’s a difficult time for all Haitians everywhere. That’s our blood, our sisters and brothers, our country.

But when people say, ‘pray for Haiti,’ then you should also pray for America too. You live and work here every day, and America is your country also.”

As such, many Haitian employees have expressed the desire to return to Haiti — which is currently impossible. “The airport

jobs during the quake’s aftermath. “The staff has handled it tremendously well.

They’ve wanted to come to work because they feel cared for here. It has helped them get through this process.”

Employee Chaplain Don Steenhoek made sure that Haitian employees knew Shell Point was in their corner. “Grief comes in waves,” he says. “We told employees that if they needed to take a moment,

HOPE FOR HAITI “One of the most dangerous verses in the Bible is Romans 8:28,” says Chaplain Don Steenhoek. “It says, ‘All things work together for good to those who love God.’ You can’t say the earthquake itself was a good thing, but out of it comes the potential for great good. The Haitians at Shell Point are people of great faith, and are quick to say: ‘God knows what He is doing.’”

Joseph says that through this tragedy, Haiti has a perfect opportunity for growth.

“My hope for Haiti is to change — completely clean out the cupboard. You can build a house, you can build a school; but the people need to respect each other and do

SEASON FOR CHANGE: IT’S NOT HOPELESS. WE CAN HELP TO CHANGE THINGS IN HAITI. WE’VE BEEN WORKING TO SEND FOOD, WATER, AND MEDICINE, BUT THIS IS GOING TO GO ON FOR MONTHS AND YEARS. KEEP THEM IN YOUR PRAYERS. PLEASE — DON’T FORGET HAITI. — hArolD hAnson (oAkmont) what’s best for the country.

We know God is in control.”

“I remember when I was a child, my country was beautiful,” says Charlie. “It’s not anymore. But God did this for a reason. We need to rebuild the country.” For Charlie, this involves both prayer and politics. “Politics is something we need to care about. Who will lead us?

Help us to pray, so God can choose somebody for us, somebody who cares about the country — who loves the country.”

“I’m also very concerned about the children of Haiti who lost a mother or father,” says Charlie. “Without schools and without education, there is no way these children will make it.”

Harold Hanson shares the same concern.

The school he helped to build in St. Marc sustained just minor damage — offering hope for Harold and everyone else working to help the people of Haiti. “It’s not hopeless,” he says, “We can help to change things in Haiti. We’ve been working to

send food, water, and medicine, but this is going to go on for months and years. Keep them in your prayers. Please don’t forget Haiti.”

Amecia Desroche saw this in action during her evacuation from Port-auPrince. “What made me feel good when I got to the airport was all the countries coming to help,” she says. “I saw nurses and doctors from America, Israel, and all those countries — all with a smile on their face, ready to work. We are a poor country, and to see so many people care about us makes us feel good. If they continue helping us, I believe there is hope for Haiti.”

“God has a plan for Haiti,” says Charlie. “If you help me to pray, and be strong, God will show us the way, and we will rebuild it.”

Tune in to SPTV Channel 11 for a week-long documentary series, Hope for Haiti, chronicling the full story of Haitian employees at Shell Point. The series will first run March 1-5 on channel 11, and then rebroadcast March 8-12 on channel 13.

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they could do so at anytime. I can’t tell you how many impromptu prayer sessions we had in the hallways with 2 or 3 or 4 people.

Even in their grief, it’s been incredible how the Haitians have responded. They came to work, and they did the work needed to make this community function.”

Don Steenhoek also organized services of remembrance, officiated by the pastor of Joseph Julmeus’ church. “The highlight of this service for me was seeing all the people in the Manatee Room — employees, visitors, Shell Point management — singing together in English, Spanish, French, and Haitian Creole, ‘How Great Thou Art.’” “Thanks to the Shell Point management and residents, who have helped us through this,” says Charlie. “Residents have bent down over me and prayed for me, and that has been very important to me.”

“So many people have come in to see me,” says Amecia. “The residents, and their family members all call me. I was so pleased to find out people here appreciate me.”

Residents also demonstrated their eagerness to help tangibly; donations to the Employee Emergency Assistance Fund jumped substantially in the days after the tragedy. “In the coming months, employees will face extra expenses in either traveling to Haiti, or bringing family members here to the US,” says Karen Anderson.

“We’ve had a very generous response to the Fund, and this extra money will make a big difference to help them work through this difficult time.”

But even the simplest gestures can help. “Employees — whether they are from Haiti, the US, or other countries — all go through daily issues,” says Karen. “A smile, a hand on the shoulder, a positive word — those things can make a huge difference.”

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Lifelong Learning Continues This Month The Academy Takes Nature Trips, Examines Islam, Studies Ireland and Tones the Brain and Body!

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A second field trip in March takes us to the Big Cypress National Preserve, including a stop at the Clyde Butcher Gallery. A ranger-led tour and interpretive talk will take visitors to one of the areas that inspired the photographer, before touring his gallery. There will be an opportunity to visit the National Park Service Visitor Center and walk along a selfguided interpretive trail.

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(Oakmont). This is a great time to “tune up” your driving skills and update your knowledge of Florida’s driving laws while almost assuring a discount on your auto insurance. On Friday, March 19, Shell Point’s Landscape Manager ,Steve Morton, again shares names and interesting facts about the plants we all enjoy, this time with a Woodland’s Walkabout. What a perfect way to enjoy the first day of spring! Doug MacGregor, Editorial Cartoonist with the News-Press, will explore the imaginative process when he brings his new class Get Creative… Turn on The Bright Side of Your Brain on Tuesday, March 23.

A focus to spotlight local organiCoffee With A Neighbor zations doing “good work” in Fort Academy On The Go heads to Everglades National park on Monday March 15 for a ranger-led tour and interpretive talk.

A Our second Passport proMyers brings us Kathryn Kelly, highlihgt will include visiting the Clyde Butcher Gallery. gram in March is Growing Executive Director for The Heights Up Irish on March 4, featurFoundation, which serves the community of Harlem Heights. She will discuss the and three will follow Tuesday, March 9, and ing Eileen and Lex Roulston (Parkwood) as mission of the foundation and the many include the Different World Views and they share their mementos from Ireland, opportunities for life-changing Volunteer Making Sense of 9/11. This 3-part series fol- and their story.

Work available. lows An Introduction To Islam and The Mind, Body and Spirit Muslim World presentations that have been For The Love of Learning Shell Point Personal Trainer Lynne presented by Mohamed Al-Darsani, Imam Another session of Creative Writing of the Islamic Center For Peace in Fort Frasier brings us another session of Pilates takes place each Wednesday afternoon and Myers. We very much look forward to wel- Stretch, beginning on March 1, and is taught by Hallie Cirino, Ed. M. coming our distinguished guest, another session of Zumba and Pilates Harvard Graduate School of Dr. Jabbour who will help us look Chair, both beginning on March 2.

Education. This is a great opportuOn March 2, Jeff Pennock, Program at the traditions of our Christian nity to exercise the brain by develfaith and the clash of cultures Director of Shell Point Therapy, will discuss oping new synapses, while taking place throughout the current Rehabilitation services and how they contemplating, writing, and diswill be expanded with the construction of world. cussing your work.

We celebrate St. Patrick’s the Shell Point Rehabilitation complex.

Lynn Wallen will The Church Lecture Series Cognitive Fitness Facilitator, Dr. Lynn Day in the Academy with a teach four Brain begins on Monday, March 8, in the Passport program, A Brief Wallen, will repeat all four classes in Brain Fitness classes.

Church Auditorium as we welcome History of Ireland, presented by Fitness that she offered in January for those Dr. Nabeel Jabbour, author, lecturer and Professor Adrian Kerr on Wednesday, who missed this opportunity. The presenexpert on Muslim culture. His first lecture March 17. Our third session of AARP tations include: 10 Steps to Brain Fitness is entitled Comparisons and Contrasts Driver Safety Classes will be offered on on March 2; Remembering Names and between Christianity and Islam. Lectures two Thursday, March 18, by Paul Hoden Faces on March 16; Memory Techniques

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on March 23 and Mental Exercises on March 30.

March is National Nutrition Month® and Shell Point Registered Dietitian, Mary McCormack, will give us the latest information on Optimizing Your Nutritional Health on March 8, and then Vitamins and Supplements For Health on March 11.

On March 9 the Administration team for Hope Hospice at Shell Point will present Hospice Care — What It Can Mean for You and Yours. This is an annual opportunity to hear from Dr. Roger Hirchak, V.P. of Medical Services; Sherry Brown, Larsen Pavilion Administrator and Director of Long-term Care; and Debbie Gowing, Care Manager at Hope Hospice as they share the history of our collaboration with Hope Hospice and the benefits this brings to all.

Joanne Myers, Shell Point Home Care Clinical Manager, will explain Home Care to us and discuss frequently asked questions and certain nuances involving Medicare and Medicaid hospice care on March 24.

In his anticipated March 25 presentation Psalmody, Dr. Calvin Johansson of Cameo will share his scholarship and passion for the singing of the psalms.

The Computer College and School of Technology

As our resident instructors continue

some classes which began in February, they also launch eight new computer classes for March. The Internet: A to Z taught by Richard Nelson of Lakewood begins on March 1. Downloading Open Office on Your Computer will be presented by Jeff Hennick (Tellidora) on March 2 and 9.

Lucille Peterson (Lakewood) and Marty Gibson (Lakewood) will team up to present Writing Your Memoirs on a Computer beginning March 2. On March 6 Richard Nelson and a team of assistants will begin teaching Basic Computer Management.

Lucille Peterson (Lakewood) and Richard Nelson will present Building a Basic Website beginning March 7. Russ Kraay (Oakmont) and Penny Modrich (Nautilus) will teach e-Newsletters beginning March 9. Emily Kletzien of Periwinkle will begin teaching Brain Fitness Using Nintendo and Brain Age 2 software on March 9.

Academy Highlights

The Legacy Foundation hosts Ray Odom, Senior V.P. at Northern Trust for Wealth Planning Transfer on March 10.

Shell Point’s Landscape Manager, Steve Morton leads a Walkabout Tour on March 19

Legacy Seminars

The Legacy seminar for March, Wealth Transfer Planning: To Fund What Matters Most is presented by Raymond C. Odom of Northern Trust on March 10.

Please see your Academy brochure for course descriptions, and details about sign up, ticket requirements, times and places.

Brochures are available at either Service Desk and online at www.shellpoint.net.

Joanne Meyers, Shell Point Home Care Clinical Manager explains what Home Care is on March 24

Cartoonist Doug MacGregor with the News-Press presents Turn on the Bright Side of Creativy on March 23

Shell Point Academy Partners with Village Church for Spring Lecture Series March 8 – 9 The Shell Point Academy and The Village Church are honored to feature Dr. Nabeel Jabbour as the speaker for the jointly-sponsored spring lecture series. Dr. Jabbour’s lectures provide the capstone to an introductory series on Islam and the Muslim world offered previously in the Academy.

The purpose of this two-part sequence is to provide an opportunity to increase understanding of Islam followed by the Christian response directed by our esteemed expert, Dr. Jabbour.

Dr. Nabeel Jabbour was born in Syria, grew up in Lebanon and lived several years in Egypt before moving to Colorado Springs where he works with the Dr. Nabeel Jabour is a lecturer, author Navigators. He is a professor, author, lecand expert on turer, and expert on Muslim culture and Muslim culture.

religion. Dr. Jabbour’s background as an Arab Christian makes him a credible representative of both the Arab/Muslim world view and of the Western/Christian perspective. He is a gifted interpreter of Islamic Fundamentalism and other Middle Eastern issues to Westerners and especially to Christians. Currently, Dr. Jabbour teaches courses on Islam and Current Events, and Radical Islam and a Christian Response at various U.S. and Canadian universities and seminaries.

His lecture at 7:00 p.m. Monday evening, March 8 is titled Comparisons and Contrasts between Christianity and Islam.

Tuesday, March 9 at 8:45 a.m., he will speak on Different Worldviews followed at 10:45 a.m. by Making Sense of 9/11.

All lectures will take place in the Church Auditorium. The public is invited to attend.

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A New Decade of Wealth Structuring The Legacy’s Academy seminar Ray Odom is Senior V.P. at for March tackles topics that are Northern Trust in Chicago and serves as always of interest at Shell Point. If you Director of Wealth Transfer Services in have interest in effective estate planthe personal financial services division. ning, you know 2010 is a challenging Ray serves as a regional subject matter year for many reasons. Ray will offer specialist in wealth transfer strategies insights that may be helpful to you in and fiduciary product solutions. He your estate planning. You may also be Ray Odom, Senior works with regional wealth advisory interested to hear of some new oppor- VP, Northern Trust teams and wealth strategists to provide tunities with Roth IRA conversions. valuable planning ideas to clients, Please join us as we host special guest speaker, prospects and their advisers. He is a noted speaker Ray Odom from Northern Trust. on wealth planning and asset protection topics.

Annual Library Fund Drive

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LIBRARY FUND DRIVE VOLUNTEER CHAIR

Shell Point was barely four years old when a group of volunteers got together to establish a library for the community. Now, 38 years later, the library has exceeded its founders’ fondest dreams. More than 70 volunteers work at the four Shell Point library sites. In addition to the main library at the Resident Activity Center, there are also libraries at Arbor and King’s Crown, as well as a Genealogy library in The Woodlands Commons.

Residents borrow hardcover and paperback books, as well as DVDs, CDs, audio books, newspapers, and financial publications. Funds to purchase these materials come

from just one source – resident donations! Each year Shell Point resident donatations keep the shelves stocked with current fiction, non-fiction, mystery, biography, and reference materials, as well as a large selection of new DVDs. This year the library fund drive, which has been endorsed by the 2010 Residents’ Council, will be held for two weeks this month from March 3 through March 17.

Residents are encouraged to consider giving generously so that the library can con-

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Perform stag, grab the cool cats in your court or gather your entertaining gang to sign Variet up. But do so quickly! The sign-up deadline for all acts is March 31. Sign-up by calling Mary Franklin, resort services manager, at 454-2152. The show takes place Tuesday, April 27, at 7:15 p.m. in the Church Auditorium.

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ESTATE PLANNING/ WEALTH STRUCTURING Roth IRA Conversions and Estate Plan Corrections Wednesday, March 10 10:00 a.m.

Grand Cypress Room Speaker: Raymond C. Odom, JD, CFP, Senior Vice President and Director of Wealth Transfer Services, for Northern Trust – Chicago

Library volunteers, Terry Halatek of Lucina Court (above), and Pat Broman of Junonia (top right) work at the busy circulation desk in the main library.

tinue circulating more than 28,000 items annually. Your taax deductible donations may be sent in via internal mail, dropped off at the main library, or turned in at either service desk.

Casting Call “An Evening of Comedy” WANTED — A villain, a heroine, a noble hero and others needed for SPOT’s April 20th show. Auditions will be in the Grand Cypress Room in The Woodlands on Monday, March 15 from 3 - 5 pm.

An Evening of Comedy will consist of three skits: one is an old-fashioned “Meller-Drammer in One-Act”, another is “What’s on TV” and then there is “Three for Dinner.” Gentlemen, we always have opportunities for a few more male roles! This could be your debut — see you there!

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Volunteer Recognition Event

Dessert Reception • March 11 • 7-8:30 pm This year’s annual volunteer appreciation event will celebrate the stellar contribution of our many resident volunteers with an outdoor evening event on the Woodlands Patio.

As the stars begin appearing in the night sky, resident volunteers will arrive to the sounds of strings and flute to enjoy a dessert reception as they receive the warmest expression of the heartfelt appreciation of the Shell Point community extended to volun-

teers by the management staff.

Resident volunteers who have turned in their record of hours served but have not yet received their invitation should contact Rose Cridlin, Administrative Assistant Resident Life, at 454-2272.

We hope each of our resident volunteers will join us Thursday, March 11 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on the Woodlands Patio ~

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Calling all photographers!

Annual Photo Show & Contest Make sure to mark your calendars for the upcoming Annual Shell Point Photo Contest. If you have seen this show in the past, you would agree that this dynamic presentation is not one to miss.

Resident photographers can enter their photos in eleven categories: 1) The Shell Point Community, 2) Scenery at Shell Point, 3) Wildlife at Shell Point, 4) Friends, Families and Children and Pets, 5) Fun and /or Festive Events, 6) Still Life, Portrait and Abstract Photos, 7) Nature Elsewhere, 8) Wildlife Elsewhere, 9) Travel USA, 10) Travel Elsewhere, and 11) All Time Favorites.

Deadline to enter: Friday, March 12 The show welcomes photographers of all talents and abilities.

Photos can be in black and white or color and should be unmounted and unframed in one of three sizes: 4x6, 5x7 or 8x10. Each resident can enter up to eight photos and finally the ruling of the anonymous, nonShell Point resident judges, is final!

Has this piqued your interest?

There is still time to enter your

Annual Quilt Show Coming in April

“Connection” by Sallie Rich 2009 Photo Show winner in Category 5.

photograph by picking up an entry form at either Service Desk and turning it back in by March 12.

Opening Gala and Award Presentation: Tuesday, March 30 The photos will be on display March 29 through April 10 in the Resident Activity Center. The winners of all categories will be announced at the Opening Gala on Tuesday, March 30, at 7:15 p.m.

Mark your calendars for the upcoming Annual Shell Point Quilt Show! *Quilts from the Past *Quilter’s Challenge *Christmas Corner *Demonstrations

SHOW DATES AND TIMES Saturday, April 17 • 10-4 Sunday, April 18 • Noon-4 Monday, April 19 • 10-4

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The River City Brass Band Monday, March 1, at 7:30 p.m.

Founded in 1981 by the late Robert Bernat, the River City Brass band was the first professional concert band to be established in the United States in over 25 years.Under the baton of Bernat, the River City Brass Band took to the Carnegie Music Hall stage for its inaugural concert. It was an evening of musical excellence and determination — determination to bring about the revival of the grass-roots tradition of the American brass band.

All across the country, the River City Brass Band has delighted audiences with its signature style. Every performance features the witty and insightful commentary of Conductor Denis Colwell, the sounds of superb soloists, and some lighthearted fun! Often called the“Boston Pops” of brass,“the band’s extensive repertoire includes American tunes, big band swing and jazz, music from Broadway and Hollywood, classical and contemporary masterworks, and traditional marches.“It’s not a reach to say that this may be the most fun with music you’re going to have all year,”touts the St.Louis Post-Dispatch.“River City Brass Band puts the fun back into music,”reported The Tribune Review of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Single tickets are $35 and are available at either service desk or by calling 454-2067.

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Monday, March 12, at 7:30 p.m.

There are few moments in this world when time stands still and we are allowed to experience life fully. These explorers lived for that experience and wrote eloquently about it. Join us for First Person: Stories from the Edge of the World as we celebrate the courage and humanity of their journeys.

First Person: Stories from the Edge of the World is a remarkable collaboration between the National Geographic Society, NPR’s Neal Conan and Ensemble Galilei. Spectacular photographs projected on a large on-stage screen, Neal Conan’s compelling narration and evocative music created specifically for 20

this extraordinary expeditions.

The photographs from National Geographic’s Image Collection are unparalleled.The artwork, maps, and photographs are amazing, all chosen from one of the most comprehensive and unique collections of photographs and original artwork in the world.

Travel to 14th century Iraq, climb with Mallory as he attempts the summit of Mount Everest and attend the last days of the Empire of the Incas in Peru. Listen in to Darwin’s doubts abroad the Beagle or brave a howling gale aboard a Cape Horn windjammer. Probe the ocean’s depths with Cousteau, Beebe and Ballard, and listen to the exploration of the human spirit of discovery in the poetry of Mary Oliver, Constantine Cavafy, and Jim Harrison,as glorious music surrounds the senses.

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elation and hilarity of their journeys.

Ensemble Galilei is an instrumental ensemble that mixes the colors and styles of early and modern instruments with Celtic traditions. Equally the group shares Irish Reels, Medieval Cantigas and English Country dance tunes. The group’s unique sounds are produced by Celtic harp, viola da gamba, hand-held percussion, fiddle, whistles, recorders and other wind instruments.

Host, narrator and reader Neal Conan is an award winning journalist and host of Talk of the Nation, the national news-talk call-in show from NPR News which reaches nearly 3 million listeners a week on more than 280 NPR member stations.

You don’t want to miss First Person: Stories from the Edge of the World.This program premiered in 2007 and has since been performed from Coast to Coast. This multimedia spectacular show is only $35 so get your ticket today!

Tickets available at either service desk or by calling 454-2067.

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PERFORMANCES NOT TO MISS!

Ernesto Tamayo Tuesday, March 23, at 7:00 p.m.

Born in Havana,Cuba,Ernesto began studying the guitar with his father when he was five and made his television debut at the young age of nine.ErnestoTamayo has toured extensively throughout North and South America, Asia, and Europe. He is one of the most accomplished and sought-after guitarists of his generation. Ernesto is often praised for his brilliant technique,artistry,and his exceptionally warm tone and expressive interpretations on the guitar. The Washington Post says he is “One of the world’s excellent classical guitarists...with fluent technique and expressive versatility.”This is a performance that you will be talking about for a long time. Tickets are $5 and available at either Service Desk.SIGN UP REQUIRED

Frederick Moyer, Piano Monday, March 29, at 2:15 p.m.

Frederick Moyer is a tremendous performer who distinguishes himself from his peers by possessing both a remarkable musical ability and an exceptional rapport with his audience. He brings power, poetry and commitment to his music,making each piece uniquely his own.Recitals are complemented by his delightful commentary, drawing the listener into the heart of the music. This will truly be a musical experience you do not want to miss. This concert is free, however, SIGN UP REQUIRED by calling either service desk 454-2282 or 454-2054.

Contiguglia Brothers, Piano Duo Thursday, April 8 at 7:30 p.m.

These identical twins, Richard and John Contiguglia, are among the most acclaimed and versatile piano-duos in the world today. Since their London debut in 1962, following which the London Daily Telegraph described their playing as “setting a new standard for an intimate form of music making.”

Throughout their career critics have responded in superlatives to their unique musical partnership. Following the release of their historical recording for Connoisseur Society, of Beethoven’s 9th Symphony, critics called the Contiguglias the most profoundly musical pair of pianists taking the medium to a whole new dimension. The Contiguglias stand apart in a lofty world of their own, unrivaled and supreme.”

Richard and John were born to Italian immigrants in Auburn, New York, the last children, and second set of twins in a family of seven kids. The most extraordinary musical event of the twins youth was a performance in their hometown, when they were 12 years old.They played a group of two-piano pieces in the middle of a Solo-piano recital by the legendary pianist-composer Percy Grainger. They graduated at the top of their class at Yale, with identical averages of 91%. Two years later, they received their Masters of Music degrees from the Yale Graduate School of Music, again at the top of their class. They studied for four years in London with the great British pianist, Dame Myra Hess.

Throughout their musical careers Richard and John have performed with major orchestras throughout the world, including the Cleveland Orchestra, the Pittsburg Symphony, the Atlanta Symphony, the National Symphony, the Toronto Symphony, the Boston Pops, the Netherlands Chamber and Philharmonic Orchestras. They have played in prestigious venues, including Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center in New York, the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., Orchestra Hall in Chicago, Queen Elizabeth Hall in London, and the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam.

Come see this talented duo April 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the Church Auditorium.Tickets are available for $35 by calling 454-2067.

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Jim says his father remembers seeing the Titanic pull out of the Lough on its maiden voyage.

Although Jim grew up hearing stories of Ireland, it Jim Davey wasn’t until his mid-fifties that he was able to make the journey across the Atlantic to see it for himself. From the moment he arrived, it felt somehow familiar.

“I had the strangest sense that I was home… it was a sense of homecoming I didn’t even know I needed.” Jim visited his cousins who still live in the area and has taken two vacations there with his wife.

The second trip they took their children.

On one excursion they saw the place where the old family home used to stand. “It was a very small area where the ruins lay,” Jim recounts. As mementos, he kept a couple of stones from the grounds, and he and Marian also own a simple painting of the home as it once was. “I have one more Irish connection,” Jim said. “I was born on St. Patrick’s Day!”

Pat Barker St. Patrick’s Day perhaps has a little extra special meaning to a King’s Crown resident who grew up in Ireland.

Pat Barker lived in Belfast near the water with her two sisters and parents. She remembers a majestic botanical garden nearby where she and her family enjoyed strolls.

Pat Barker She used to bicycle in the Irish countryside whenever she got the chance. Pat remembers that it rained frequently, but it was a small price for the lush green landscape that followed.

Pat recalls the warmth and kindness of the people, and the happy music that was played. Food was another of Pat’s favorites, as her mother was a fantastic cook. Her specialties included corned beef and cabbage, champ (a potato mixture) and scones. Pat claims the “gift of gab” came readily to her after she kissed the Blarney Stone!

Dorothy Brady Another King’s Crown resident from Belfast is Dorothy Brady, who always has a smile and a great sense of humor. This may be attributed to her father’s sage advice to “not take life so seriously, have a good sense of humor, and always have a joke and a smile.”

Dorothy grew up near the Mourn Mountains and she enjoyed many walks with her sister and two brothers. Long summer evenings were special to her, and she loved to golf and play Dorothy Brady cricket on the beach.

Her mother was also a great cook, and she loved the Irish fry she made with bacon, eggs, and sausage all mixed together. Other favorites included potato griddle bread and homemade apple pie.

It’s nice to remember days past, tell our family and friends stories and share our knowledge of our heritage with others. The upcoming Coffee with a Neighbor gives you a chance to do just that.

Academy Class: Coffee with a Neighbor —

Growing Up In Ireland Wednesday, March 4, 10 a.m.

Grand Cypress Room What a wonderful way to celebrate the this month’s Passport theme of Ireland. Join us and hear the tale of how Lex and Eileen Roulston of Parkwood got their start in Ireland.

Eileen and Lex Roulston The Roulston’s were born and raised Irish – you can hear the rich brogue in their voices. “Tis seeing it you will be,” in mementos, a PowerPoint presentation, and their story. A ticket is required for this Academy presentation.

Irish Dinner Outing to:

Fitzgerald’s Irish Restuarant Monday, March 8, Court pick-ups begin at 4:15 pm At Fitzgerald’s you can savor the taste of traditional Irish dishes, such as Mulligan’s Irish Stew, Farmhouse Pie, Corned Beef and Cabbage, Bangers and Champ or Baked Potato Reuben. Be sure to save room for Granny McCarthy’s famous cheesecake! Entrees are priced $9.99 to $24.99. Don’t forget your Shell Point passports for this trip! See page 25 for details and sign-up information.

Sunday Matinee Concert:

Andre Rieu Live in Dublin on St. Patrick’s Day Sunday, March 14, 3 pm Grand Cypress Room Live in Dublin (2003 DVD) features Andre Rieu and the orchestra performing old favorites and exciting new selections. It was filmed in a famous downtown train terminal which has been converted into a delightful concert hall.

Selections include Irish Washerwoman and The Last Rose.

Academy Class:

A Brief History of the Country of Ireland Wednesday, March 17, 10 am Grand Cypress Room The Academy offers a sprint through Irish history to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. The presentation, by Professor Adrian Kerr, will span from 8,000 BC when the original settlers arrived in Ireland to the current day economic growth and prosperity of the North and South. Sign up at either service desk, $10 per person.

St. Patrick’s Day Buffet Dinner Crystal Dining Room Wednesday, March 17 4 pm - 7 pm You don’t have to be Irish to enjoy this wonderful buffet at the Crystal. Choose from Carved Corn Beef, Irish Lamb Stew, Pot Roasted Chicken or Dublin Cod served with a side of Cabbage, Mashed Potatoes, Carrots Gratin or Baked Onions. Irish Soda Bread and Chocolate Irish Cream Cake are available for desert. Don’t forget to bring your passport!

Passport DVD: Patrick Monday, March 22, 2 pm Grand Cypress Room Few historical figures inspire more celebration than Ireland’s St. Patrick. Many believe him to have been an Irishman who drove the snakes from Ireland but neither is true.

“Patrick” offers a dramatic new look at one of the best-loved and least-understood icons of world religion. The story of the real St. Patrick is part adventure and part spiritual awakening with the future saint rising from slave to liberator; learning to forgive and ultimately love his enemies; taking up a cause no one believed in; and finally lighting a fire that kept western civilization alive. Patrick was filmed entirely on location in Ireland, is narrated by Liam Neeson and features commentary from Pulitzer Prize-winning author Frank McCourt who wrote Angela’s Ashes. Don’t forget to bring your passport!

“May the roof above us never fall in, and may the friends gathered below it never fall out.”

— IRISH BLESSING

Ireland Castle Tour Trekking Through Ireland 31-Day Walking Program March is a wonderful time for a walking tour of Ireland and its picturesque castles. This month the health club challenge walk around the world begins at the Blarney Castle. We will visit the Dunhill, Kilkenny and Dublin castles on our journey. Each week there will be a handout in the fitness centers by the sign-in sheet giving you information about the castle we are walking to for that week. We hope you enjoy your castle trekking tour of Ireland. To signup and keep track of your miles, forms will be available at each of the Health Clubs.

Passport to the World

EXPLOREtheWORLD …without leaving home!

Be Sure to Bring Your Passport to the World Travel Log to each event that you attend to receive your stamp credit. By receiving one stamp per month, you can enter a Grand Prize drawing at the end of the year!

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Mac Users Club

Thursday, March 4 1:15 p.m.

Manatee Room/IS Have you ever wondered about the machine called a computer? Lou Gerig from Lakewood will explain the inner workings that make things happen. Come and enjoy this interesting program, everyone welcome.

Shell Point Art Show and Sale

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Friday, Saturday and Sunday March 5, 6, & 7 Friday - Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Sunday: 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Social Center/IS The talented artists of Shell Point invite you to their annual Art Show & Sale. This is a wonderful time to either browse or purchase art such as paintings, pottery, stained glass, jewelry, wood sculpture, pencil/charcoal/ink drawings, polished stone, sculpture and even small furniture.

Shell Point Market Place

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Friday, March 5, 12 and 19 and 26 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Park/IS Some people love to cook; others would prefer to have somebody else do the cooking! At the Shell Point Market Place, both groups can find what they are looking for. Cooks can choose from the freshest fruits and vegetables, artisan bread, local seafood and preserves to create a memorable meal. Non-cooks can pick up crab cakes, seafood bisque, quiche, or the weekly “dinner for two” special; all of

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these are ready to eat and just require warming. While you are there, pick up some fresh flowers for the table and a dessert to complete your meal. The Shell Point Market is your neighborhood place for shopping and sharing time with friends and the community. See what’s fresh.

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Friday, March 5 11:30 a.m. Island court pickup 11:40 a.m. Woodlands pickup 11:50 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 5:00 p.m. Approx. return Cost: $30 (food on your own) It is spring training time agan! This is the season opener at Hammond stadium for the Minnesota Twins. Our two local teams will offer a fast action game to remember, no matter which team you cheer for! See the other Red Sox outing on March 29 - if you hurry you can sign up to see both games this season!

Signature Style Event: Fine Art Finishes w/ Frank Rao

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Monday, March 8 10:00 a.m.

Grand Cypress Room/WDL Join Master Artist Frank Rao as he shows you how to transform a room with popular wall finishes — rag roll, stippled, patina. brick/cobblestone, arches/columns, recessed niches, sky/cloud ceilings, greenery. Use these unique finishes create a new look and feel in any room.

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Signature Style Event: Window Artistry w/ Joan Willis

Shell Point Photo Club

Monday, March 8 1:30 p.m.

Island Social Center/IS Custom window treatments can make a dramatic statement or be a subtle background for your home décor. Robb & Stucky Drapery Workroom Manager Joan Willis, will present various types of treatments including the latest styles. Joan’s seminars are informative and feature many actual samples. Come join Joan and discover how window treatments can frame a stunning view or enhance the mood of a room.

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Thursday, March 11 4:15 p.m.

Social Center/IS Come see a presentation by Angie Chestnut, landscape and nature photographer who specializes in South Florida, The Everglades and the Keys. See her work at www. glagespix.com. She is an amazing photographer that nature lovers will enjoy. Everyone is welcome.

Beach Day

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Friday, March 12 8:30 a.m. Island court pickup 8:40 a.m. Woodlands pickup 8:50 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 3:00 p.m. Approximate return Cost: $15 (ice cream on your own)

Fitzgerald’s: Irish Dinner Outing Monday, March 8 4:15 p.m. Island court pickup 4:25 p.m. Woodlands pickup 4:35 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 8:00 p.m. Approximate return Cost: $7 (dinner on your own) In keeping with our Passport theme, we venture off to this always popular restaurant in Bonita Springs. Savor the taste of traditional Irish dishes, such as Mulligan’s Stew, Corned Beef and Cabbage, Farmhouse Pie, Bangers and Champ, or Baked Potato Reuben. Save room for the famous cheesecake! Entrees priced $9.99 to $24.99. Don’t forget your Shell Point passports for this trip!

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Veterans’ Club Litle House on the Prarie at the Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts Tuesday, March, 9 5:45 p.m. Island Pickup 5:55 p.m. Woodlands Pickup 6:05 p.m. Eagles Preserve Tickets: $78.

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Little House on the Prarie has remained one of the most beloved celebrations of early Americana since the appearance of the classic book series. Now the inspirational stories take ona brand new frontier in this uplifting, critically acclaimed musical starring Melissa Gilbert as Ma. Don’t miss this touching celebration of America;s pioneering spirit!

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Friday, March 12 10:00 a.m.

Grand Cypress Room/WDL General Jim Hesson – master aviator – will discuss some observations of southwest Asia, including Pakistan and Afghanistan.

Recipient of many military medals, in 2009 he was inducted in the US Army Aviation Hall of Fame. All are welcome.

Memory Care unit to access in a protected and secure garden environment.

Saturday DVD: The Proposal

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Saturday, March 13 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Grand Cypress Room/WDL Sandra Bullock plays Margaret Tate, a strictboss who terrorizes her coworkers with an abrasive management style, especially her assistant Andrew Paxton, (Ryan Reynolds).

But when threatened with deportation to her native Canada, the quick-thinking exec announces she and Andrew are engaged to be married.

Everything is going according to the plan, until someone tries to prove the couple’s engagement is bogus. To demonstrate her “commitment” to her new fiancé, Margaret agrees to go to Alaska for the 90th birthday of his grandmother (Betty White). Margaret’s personality puts her at hilarious odds with her future in-laws.

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Sunday Matinee Concert: Andre Rieu Live in Dublin on St. Patrick Day

Sunday, March 14 3:00 p.m.

Grand Cypress Room/WDL Live in Dublin (2003) features Andre and the orchestra performing old favorites and exciting new selections.

It was filmed in a famous downtown train terminal which has been converted into a delightful concert hall. Selections include Irish Washerwoman and The Last Rose.

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Info Forum: Pardon More Dust!

St. Patrick’s Day Dinner Buffet

Saturday, March 13 10:00 a.m.

Grand Cypress Room/WDL Bob Southern will bring us up to date on the progress of the site work for the Pavilion Rehab Center and Admin building. He’ll discuss the areas dedicated to providing advanced and restorative therapy and review the private rooftop patio for residents of the

Wednesday, March 17 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Crystal Dining Room/IS You don’t have to be Irish to enjoy this wonderful buffet at the Crystal Room, and that’s no blarney!

Traditional Irish food will be sure to get you in a festive Irish mood.

Don’t forget to bring your passport!

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Confetti! Fashion Show

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Thursday, March 18 2:00 p.m.

Village Church/IS Cost: $35 Experience the Colors of Spring at the 2010 Fashion Show and Tea fundraiser for the Larsen Pavilion.

Details on page 3.

Sanibel Music Festival: St. Lawrence String Quartet

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Saturday, March 20 6:45 p.m. Island court pickup 6:55 p.m. Woodlands pickup 7:05 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 10:00 p.m. Approx return • Cost: $47 The Sanibel Music Festival will host the best quartet to come along since the renowned Emerson. Bosnian-born pianist, Pedja Muzijevic, – winner of Juilliard’s prestigious Petschek award – joins the quartet for this performance.

Lunch: South Beach Grille

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Monday, March 22 10:15 a.m. Island court pickup 10:25 a.m. Woodlands pickup 10:35 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 1:30 p.m. Approximate return Cost: $7 (lunch on your own) Known for great quality and friendly service, this lovely locale provides an artful decor and features seafood, beef and poultry. The Caribbean bouillabaisse and the Alaskan king crab legs are said to be among the best in town. Step out for lunch at this stylish restaurant. Entrees moderately priced.

Passport DVD – Patrick

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Monday, March 22 2:00 p.m.

Grand Cypress Room/WDL Patrick offers a dramatic new look at one of the best-loved and least-understood icons of world religion. This documentary was filmed entirely in Ireland and features commentary by author Frank McCourt (Angela’s Ashes). Bring your passport!

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Library Book Talk

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Tuesday, March 23 at 2:15 p.m.

Social Center/IS Prepare for a lively discussion at the March Library Book Talk when Albert Myers of Junonia presents Capture the Flag: A Political History of American Patriotism by Wooden Teachout. Refreshments will be served and everyone is welcome.

Ernesto Tamayo, Classical Spanish Guitar

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Tuesday, March 23 7:00 p.m.

The Village Church/IS Born in Havana, Cuba, guitarist Ernesto Tamayo, is often praised for his brilliant technique. Tickets are just $5 and available at either Service Desk. See page 21 for more information.

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Monday, March 29 at 2:15 p.m.

Grand Cypress Room/WDL Frederick Moyer is a tremendous performer who brings power, poetry and commitment to his music. Critics agree he has great stage presence. See page 21 for more information.

Red Sox vs. Tampa Bay Rays

Movie Night: Tootsie (1982) Tone Chimes Concert

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Thursday, March 25 7:15 p.m.

Resident Activity Center/IS After playing at the Holiday Sounds concert, many residents wanted to hear more from this group. This special encore performance will be a treat as they perform traditional tone chime favorites. Light refreshments afterward.

Guided Kayak Tour on the Peaceful Estero River

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Friday, March 26 7:30 a.m. Island court pickup 7:40 a.m. Woodlands pickup 7:50 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 2:00 p.m. Approximate return Cost: $52 (kayak, gear, & lunch) Guides will pair up paddlers whose skills complement each other and will take us out in double kayaks on the gentle river (no waves or tides). Enjoy a picnic lunch after a morning paddle.

Bring essentials – hat, sunscreen, small towel, clothes, and shoes that can get wet.

The group will spend two hours on the river in the kayaks; participants should be in appropriate physical shape.

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Monday, March 29 5:15 p.m. Island court pickup 5:25 p.m. Woodlands pickup 5:35 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 10:00 p.m. Approximate return Cost: $30 (snacks on your own) Join us for a great evening enjoying the best of the best as we head downtown for spring training. Navigation of crowds and stadium is necessar. It is recommended you bring a jacket for this outdoor evening outing.

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Monday, March 29 at 6:45 p.m.

Social Center/IS Dustin Hoffman stars as an out-of-work actor who disguises himself as a dowdy, middle-aged woman to get a part on a hit soap opera.

The scheme works, but while he/she keeps up the charade, Hoffman’s character comes to see life through new eyes. A great supporting cast includes Teri Garr, Dabney Coleman, Charles Durning, Bill Murray, and Geena Davis..

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2010 Shell Point Photo Show Opening Gala

Tuesday, March 30 at 7:15 p.m.

Resident Activity Center/IS Please join us for this festive reception and awards presentation as we celebrate the works of many talented Shell Point photographers. You will have an opportunity to mingle with the photographers, ask questions, and perhaps glean a tip or two.

Delightful background music will be provided by Barbara Kraichy on the harp and light refreshments will be served.

Sign-up required for this activity. Call Island (454-2282) or Woodlands (454-2054)

Sign Up Now!

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Smuckers Stars on Ice Thursday, April 1 5:15 p.m. Island court pickup 5:25 p.m. Woodlands pickup 5:35 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup Cost: $45 (snacks on your own) Navigation of arena seating is required.

Special event bus will be running

Walking up and down stairs

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Boating attire

See Athletes Fresh From Vancouver’s Olympic Games!

The Smucker’s Stars on Ice Tour, founded and produced by Olympic Gold Medalist Scott Hamilton, is one of the premier family entertainment events. The grace and talent on display during this fabulous skating show is nothing short of astounding. Many top athletes from the 2010 Winter Games in Vancouver will join the Stars on Ice Tour. You will see 2009 Men’s World Champ Evan Lysacek; 2006 Olympic Silver Medalists Tanith Belbin and Benjamin Agosto; and 2006 Olympic Silver Medalist Sasha Cohen. They will be joined by Champ skaters Todd Eldredge and Michael Weiss.

Mark Your Calendar The following activities are planned by a variety of groups. All Shell Point residents are welcome to attend.

Check your current Weekly Reminder, or watch SPTV for locations and/or changes.

Sunday 9:00 Christian Life Studies (WDL) 9:15 Christian Life Studies (IS) 10:15 Morning Worship 1:15 Mixed Golf League 3:00 Sunday Matinee Movie (Mar 14) 6:15 Evening Worship

10:30 Suzy Q 12:00 Mixed Progressive Pairs’ Bridge 12:45 Progressive Pairs’ Bridge 1:15 The Rollicking Recorderists 1:15 Knitters’ Group 1:30 Stamp Project (Sabal Room/WDL) 3:15 Virtual Tennis 6:45 Hymn Sing (Mar 2)

Tuesday 8:00 Round Robin Men’s Doubles Tennis 8:00 Women’s Golf League 8:15 Stamp Project (Stamp Room/IS) 9:00 Bocce 9:15 Open Painting Group 10:15 Through The Bible 10:15 Trim & Healthy (Mar 9, 23)

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7:30 Round Robin Mixed Doubles Tennis 7:45 Men’s Bible Study 8:30 Island Shell Point Striders 8:30 Woodlands Shell Point Striders 9:00 Geraci Travel 9:00 Watercolor Group 9:45 Women’s Bible Study 10:15 Model Yacht Club (Commons Lake) 10:30 Suzy Q 11:00 Computer Q & A (Mar 17/WDL) 11:15 Computer Q & A (Mar 3, 31/IS) 1:00 Chess 1:30 Model Train Room 2:15 Knitters’ Anonymous (Mar 17) 2:30 Jazz ‘N Stuff 3:00 Bible Study (King’s Crown/IS) 5:45 Village Church Choir Rehearsal 7:15 Prayer & Praise

7:30 Round Robin Mixed Doubles Tennis 8:00 Intrepid Bike Riders (Mar 12, 26) 8:15 Stamp Project (Stamp Room/IS) 8:30 Island Shell Point Striders 8:30 Shell Point Market Place 8:30 Woodlands Shell Point Striders 10:15 Genealogy (Mar 12) 10:15 Inquiring Minds 10:30 Suzy Q (Mar 12) 12:50 Mixed Progressive Bridge 1:15 Quilters 1:15 Table Tennis 1:30 Model Train Room 1:30 Vespers (Arbor/WDL) 2:00 Euchre 2:15 Art Club (Mar 19) 2:45 Great Decisions (Mar 12, 26) 2:45 Vespers (King’s Crown/IS) 6:45 Game Night

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8:00 Men’s Golf League 8:00 Round Robin Men’s Doubles Tennis 9:30 Current Events 10:00 Paddlers Club/IS 10:30 Suzy Q 1:15 MAC Users Club (Mar 4) 1:15 Mah-Jongg (Library Lounge/IS) 1:15 SPOT Play Readers (Mar 4, 18) 2:15 Computer Club (Mar 18)

8:00 Adopt-a-Road (Mar 20) 8:00 Round Robin Men’s Doubles Tennis 9:00 Saturday Coffee 9:45 Duplicate Bridge – Supervised Play 10:00 Information Forum (Mar 13) 10:15 Model Yacht Club (Garden Apt Pond) 1:00 Chess 7:00 Duplicate Bridge

Monday 7:30 Round Robin Mixed Doubles Tennis 8:30 Island Shell Point Striders 8:30 Woodlands Shell Point Striders 8:45 Lap Robes (Mar 1, 15) 9:15 Billiards 9:15 Pottery 10:15 Virtual Bowling 10:30 Disciple Men’s Bible Study 10:30 Suzy Q 10:45 Beginner’s Table Tennis 12:00 Mah-Jongg (Sabal Room/WDL) 1:15 Scrabble 1:15 Table Tennis 1:15 Tone Chimes 1:30 Model Train Room 1:30 Shuffleboard 2:00 Bead Club 3:15 Virtual Golf 4:30 Bourne Jewelers 6:45 Duplicate Bridge 7:00 Pinochle (Sabal Rm/WDL)

2:15 Photo Club (Mar 11) 4:00 Seamstress 6:45 Pinochle (Manatee Room/IS) 7:00 Trailblazers Bible Study

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The Legacy Foundation Update Larsen Pavilion Campaign Report for

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OVERWHELMED! As a person who likes to use precise words, I often search my heart and a thesaurus for a word or two that adequately expresses what I am Timothy feeling inside. Reflecting on Stephenson the first month of the Complete This Project Now campaign for the construction of the Larsen Pavilion Rehabilitation Therapy Center and the Larsen Pavilion Medical Administration Building, there is one word that captures my impressions – Overwhelmed!

The generosity of the residents of Shell

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Many have made generous contributions.

Some have stepped up with matching gifts.

Some courts are campaigning towards 100% participation – at whatever level an individual or couple feels they can give.

In this first month nearly two-thirds of the $1.5 million dollar goal has been committed in cash and pledges. Thank you to everyone who has generously contributed to the future of Shell Point and to the care of residents and their families. If you have not had the opportunity, please join us in this

Construction Progress

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Rendering of the Larsen Pavilion showing the new state-of-the-art Rehabilitation Therapy Center and Administration building.

effort to once again elevate the quality of care and service at Shell Point.

It is encouraging every day to pass by the construction site and to view the progress that is being made. And when I consider, that this is all done through the generosity of many grateful hearts, I am once again Overwhelmed with gratitude!

Our Goal is $1,500,000 and we’re more than halfway there!

WATER DRAINAGE I’m sure that many residents are wondering why we are working in the street south of Macoma Building if we’re supposed to be building new Administration and Rehabilitation Buildings?

The answer is because we first have to correct Bob Southern a long-standing issue regarding storm water drainage. When the Island was constructed it was acceptable to pipe rainwater from the roofs and parking lots of buildings straight into the nearest body of water. That practice is no longer permissible — in fact, all rain water must now be trapped and held on site so that it can perk down through the soil.

All the work done so far has been directed at this rain water containment effort. We have constructed a large retention pond next to the Welcome Center that is meant to trap rain water from the new buildings and the pavement and landscaped areas around them. We are also installing new underground piping and drainage structures that will divert rain water into the new retention area. We will be continuing the installation of this new rain water collection system around the new buildings over the coming weeks. Roads and parking lots affected by this work will be removed and replaced as a part of the process.

Left: Demolition of the old Administration Building was successfully completed and is now ready for new construction. Above: The walkway behind the Welcome Center has been restored and new plantings and trees now grace the attractive water retention areas.

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March 2010 Report Two Court Challenges Double Giving The power of a dollar has never gone further than when donated to the Larsen Pavilion’s Complete This Project Now campaign. And now, two resident couples will help double the power of each dollar given through matching grants.

Residents of Nautilus Court Issue a S25,000 Challenge Preston and Patricia Haglin are not new to challenging people to reach higher.

Throughout their careers in industrial construction the challenge was to help their employees succeed.

In the past forty years they have Preston and Patricia Haglin also enjoyed contributing to many philanthropic efforts. In the Heart of It All campaign, the Haglins challenged the residents of Nautilus Court to full participation in the fundraising effort for the Larsen Pavilion and together the residents of Nautilus contributed over $200,000.

Their efforts to help people reach higher continued recently as Preston and Patricia once again issued a challenge to their fellow residents: “Announcing a challenge grant to the Nautilus residents: for the final phase of completing the rehabilitation therapy and medical administration wings of the Larsen Pavilion, and to encourage all the residents of Nautilus Court to join us in the tax deductible fund drive for this very important wrap-up construction, we will match dollar-for-dollar your contributions to the campaign up to a maximum of $25,000. Contributions matched will be those made between February 6 and June 1.”

The Legacy will inform the Haglins of only the total amounts contributed by Nautilus residents – no personal giving information will be shared. The Haglins will then contribute the matching gift amount.

Attention residents of Nautilus Court.

Do you want a sure way to double your giving? Thanks to Preston and Patricia Haglin, you can easily double your giving to Complete This Project Now!

$100,000 Challenge Inspires Parkwood Court Allan and JoAnn Corcoran wrote the following letter to their neighbors at Parkwood Court.

“In the past five years, the Larsen Pavilion has become the outstanding facility we all envisioned that reflects the quality and excellence of our community.

“As you are aware, construction of the new Rehabilitation Center complex has begun, and as funds are made available, construction will begin on the Allan and JoAnn Corcoran replacement of the Larsen Pavilion Administration building and new main entrance.

“We are members of the Fundraising Advisory Group and are enthusiastically supporting this project. We would like you to become a part of the excitement to complete this project. Therefore, we propose to match up to $100,000 of your gifts to this project. In this way you can double your gifts to the project.

“Please be assured that your donations will be private as we will have no knowledge of your gifting. The Legacy Foundation will only let us know how much has been donated, in total, by the residents of Parkwood Court. We will then match those gifts to $100,000.”

As you can see, Allan and JoAnn are deeply committed to Shell Point and to “Completing This Project Now.” Thank you to these generous friends and to the residents of Parkwood who will surely step forward to meet the challenge and “Complete This Project Now.”

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Resident Care Plan Conferences routinely take place for all residents who are served in the Larsen Pavilion. Due to the volume of residents who come into the Pavilion for rehabilitation services while recovering from surgeries and other medical needs, the first floor Rehab Unit, conducts care plan conferences 3 days of every week.

The purpose of the Care Plan Conference is to allow each resident and their chosen representatives to meet with members of the full team, to review each team member’s assessment of the resident’s current status, to discuss how the resident is progressing, to listen to the resident /family/responsible party plans, hopes and expectations, and to develop goals together that will assist the resident in preparation for the best possible discharge.

These conferences need to take place in an identified, easily accessible, private and uninterrupted area that will comfortably accommodate all in attendance.

The beautifully appointed, new conference room, located in the Administration Building of the Larsen Pavilion, will provide that special, comfortable space for each resident and their chosen family members or friends to meet with the interdisciplinary team of professional staff members representing: nursing, therapy, social service, dietary and activities and to participate in the development of the individualized plan of care.

Communication is an important part of the care of each resident and extends into every care plan conference. The interaction that takes place in these meetings helps the Pavilion Team to fulfill the mission of “caring for, serving and satisfying” our residents. Planning together is the very basis of Resident Centered Care.

No, this is not an ordinary conference room, rather it is a special place for residents, families and staff to come together in planning for the best possible outcomes for each resident served and continuing their work together!

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Exercise or Diet?

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Wouldn’t it be nice if we could just take a pill and be the weight and body composition we desire. Just as there is no easy, quick fix the answer is also complex for effective weight management, especially as we get older. Many factors can contribute to unhealthy body size. However, health is not just about your weight. Your blood pressure, cholesterol, circulatory system, and so much more need to be considered.

Some weight issues are be related to the natural aging process. Changes in hormones, muscle fibers, adipose tissue, lung capacity, and cardiac health can contribute to challenges of maintaining a healthy body weight. Note that when referring to healthy body weight this encompasses not just the number on the scale but the ratio of lean muscle mass to adipose tissue (fat). We can’t do much to change some of these natural occurrences, but we can minimize the negative effects with a proper wellness program.

Generally as we age, we become less active. The saying, “if you don’t use it, you will lose it” is accurate. If we are moving less, eating the same or more, and have factors like hormonal changes and medications working against us, we may gain weight.

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Often as we gain weight we become even more inactive and sometimes begin to experience health issues related to the extra weight. This cycle can become overwhelming if not addressed in a timely and constructive manner.

Calories — Burn vs. Consume

Healthy weight management is a basic mathematical concept tied with psychosocial issues. If you consume more calories then you expend you will gain weight. If you burn more calories then you consume you generally will lose weight. To lose one pound of true weight you need a negative balance of 3,500 calories. When people lose weight quickly it is usually water weight. True fat weight loss takes more then just sweating and body wrap gimmicks.

Studies show that if you just exercise/physical activity and eat anything you want, you may ingest more calories then you expend. This tends to lead to weight gains.

If you cut calories and don’t exercise, you may also gain due to the loss of muscle tissue. The healthiest way to manage your weight is to combine caloric reduction with adequate physical activity.

The American College of Sports Medicine recommends most healthy adults should engage in physical activity (walking, dancing, weight lifting, swimming, chores, etc.) 3-6 days per week for 10 - 45 minutes at an intensity that elevates the heart rate to your optimal personal training zone to burn calories.

Find Your Optiomal Zone

To determine your best personal training zone you can use the Karvonian Formula.…

First start with the number 220, and subtract your age. Next, subtract your resting heart rate. Then, multiply that by the recommended % intensity. Finally, add your resting heart rate. Or — (220 minus age minus resting heart rate x recommended percentage intensity + resting heart.)

The quality of calories you consume is just as important as the quantity. Consult a trained nutritionist to determine what is best for you. If you would like help determining your safe heart training range please call the health club at 466-1111 x2537.

New Activity Group: Shell Point Striders The Shell Point Striders is a new activity group that welcomes everyone!

The newly formed Shell Point Striders had their organizational meeting during the Walking for Wellness presentation. Lynne Fraiser, personal trainer, shared with the group that walking is a great way to reduce the risk of stroke and also cardiovascular diseases. However, that is not the only advantage of walking. It improves breathing, you can lose weight, live longer and make new friends.

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out and get moving.

Resident leader, Lex Roulston of Parkwood, is very excited about the group, “I wanted to start it because walking is a great way to get exercise and it encourages people to get up out of the arm chair, and away from the computer or TV. I hope that those who do not currently walk regularly will come out and bring a neighbor.”

Gus Ormorod, Resident Leader of Sand Dollar, says “My hope while being the leader

of the the Shell Point Island Walkers is to try and get the members to be as enthusiastic about walking as I have become. There is a place in a walking club for everyone – beginners, once-in-a-while walkers, and devoted walkers. “Get a good pair of shoes and enjoy the fun!”

GIVE ONE OF THE GROUPS A TRY!

The Shell Point Striders meet Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8:30 a.m. at two locations, the Island Health Club or the Commons Patio. The group decided to make it convenient for everyone to join, anyone can participate at either location.

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Island Café Open from 7 AM to 2 PM

Family Feast A complete traditional ham dinner for 8 people is available at the Crystal Room by advance order.

Call 454-2199 before March 29 $49.50 for Family Feast

It has been almost a year since announcing our new Shell Point location. When we first talked with residents to learn how we could best serve the community, we developed the following principles: build deep personal relationships with clients and their families; establish a culture dedicated to providing the finest service available; always do what is right for our clients; and embrace opportunities to make a positive difference in the Shell Point Community.

Special Rates on CDs We also promised to offer attractive CD rates exclusively for Shell Point. Residents •Term: 25-month CD have enjoyed a premium rate of return since we opened our doors in June of Rate: 2.47% • APY: 2.50% 2009, but now for a limited time, we are • Member FDIC offering an incredible opportunity on 25• Minimum: $50,000 new month CDs. deposits only New Bank Hours Along with sharing news of this limited time special offer, we’d also like to share our new hours at Fine Mark Bank. We will now be open Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. – noon and 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 pm. Our new business space is finally complete, and we could not be happier to be a part of the Shell Point community. We hope you come in and see us soon.

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Association and reminds us to be carefully a healthy lifestyle.

Learn More about Nutrition consider our nutritional balance.

Here are the some of the in the Academy Shell Point’s Hospitality Services Depart- highlights of this year’s message: Want to learn more about the ment is dedicated to the nutrition needs of Let’s start with the basic building blocks of nutrition? Mary those they serve and has a “nutrition care building blocks. Eating right is Mary McCormack, RD, will present two team” whose job it is to be concerned not complicated, you McCormack Academy classes this month — about your health. On the team are should include fruits and two Registered Dietitians — Linda vegetables – they can be fresh, frozen Optimizing Your Nutrition Health on Rakos and Mary McCormack. or canned. But do choose more dark Monday, March 8, and Vitamins and SupOthers on the nutrition care team green and orange vegetables. Eat plementation for Your Health on Thursday, include Sandi Brower, Registered whole grains, at least 3 ounces daily. March 11. She will review the nutritional Dietetic Technician and Nutrition Have 3 servings of or fat-free dairy needs for the active senior, and will discuss Services Manager at the Larsen products fortified with Vitamin D. understanding your daily caloric needs, Sandi Brower Pavilion; Dina Joseph, Pavilion Get your protein by varying choices hydration and the benefits of each macro Kitchen Supervisor; and Beth Haely, Arbor with lean meats, poultry, fish, beans and nuts. nutrient, protein, carbohydrate and fat. She Hospitality Services Manager. Dina and Beth The next step is to limit foods high in fat, cho- will also help you through the maze of inforare both Certified Dietary Managers. mation regarding vitamins and minerals. lesterol, salt and added sugar. ® This year’s National Nutrition Month Make your daily menu interesting by eat- Both presentations take place at 10:15 a.m. message is “Nutrition From the Ground Up” ing a variety of foods and above all, enjoy your in the Social Center.

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Our featured style is modhas volume and balance in all the eled by Betty Keleman of right places. Betty’s cheekbone area Sand Dollar. Betty is not only a is the widest part of her face; thereShell Point Ambassador, she fore, her hair is swept back away loves line dancing and volunfrom her face, diminishing width. teers in several areas including Betty’s forehead area is the narrowthe Shell Point Gift Shop and est part of her face. To balance this Singers. Betty is involved in area, full bangs were all this activity and fun after added to provide balcalling Shell Point home for ance to Betty’s classic just one year! pear-shaped face.

Betty Keleman loves In order to devote her her flattering style.

The nape line of time to fun and not fuss, Betty Betty’s style is clean needed a stylish look that would keep up with with a slightly longer her. During Betty’s first visit to the Salon, her taper for added volume and fullness. Betty’s stylist made a few recommendations for a hair is curled and teased into place giving her more flattering style. Betty is proud to say, extra hold and longevity in her style with gen“My hair has NEVER looked as good as it erous hair spray which is extremely helpful to does today.” style staying-power.

Betty visits The Salon weekly for a shamBetty’s hair color is extremely complipoo and style. Her hair looks almost as good mentary and natural in appearance to her skin when she returns for her next appointment as tone and her eye color. Betty’s hair color is when she initially has it styled. Betty’s style formulated with a light shade of golden cop-

per for warmth and softness. The Matrix color shades allow for natural highlights to show through the color giving variation in shades.

This adds energy to Betty’s natural, vibrant look and style complementing her busy lifestyle at her home at Shell Point.

Valentine’s Day in the Pavilion Salon

The Pavilion Salon celebrated St. Valentine’s Day with treats, heart stickers, pink teddy bears and a pink princess crown.

A happy resident from each floor took home with them one of the soft, pink teddy bears for extra cuddling. Hearts hung from the ceiling and adorned the mirrors for added ambiance. There were warm feelings everywhere as we celebrated Charlotte Powell holds this holiday of “love and a teddy bear she kindness.” Thank you for received from the celebrating with us!

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women’s ministries

Restoring Sight In 1987 ophthalmologist Dr. William Christie Conrad visited rural China’s Gansu province and was impressed by the many needy people there who lacked medical care and eye care, his specialty, in particular.

After careful consideration, Gansu, Inc (Gaining A New Sight for Unseeing In China) was created. A contract with the Gansu Health Bureau was established and volunteer eye care began in 1993. Several times a year Gansu, Inc. sends teams of ophthalmologists and support workers to this remote area of west China. With the completion of the 2009 mission, over 5,700 cataract surgeries have been performed, giving restored sight to the poor people of northwest China.

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times since retiring 16 years ago. They became involved as a result of their friendship with Dr. Conrad.

According to Dan, “The operations are performed in a Coleman tent trailer that has been modified as a mobile surgical unit. My responsibilities have been to operate the support systems involving generators, propane tanks and batteries to keep the trailer system functioning.

Cynthia works inside the trailer, cleaning instruments between surgeries, usually 5-12 surgeries per day, five days a week.”

Wednesday, March 17, will provide an

Cynthia and Dan Linstedt of Eagles Preserve have assisted Dr. Conrad in his efforts to perform corrective eye surgeries in China. Attend their interesting presentation and learn more on Wednesday, March 17 in the Village Church Hospitality Room.

opportunity to hear and see this exciting work being done in a country that has long held our fascination. Dan and Cynthia will be the featured speakers at the Village Church Women’s Ministries Global Outreach March program. Refreshments will be served and the program will begin at 10:15 a.m. in the Hospitality Room of the Village Church.

Season of Praise Two Great Concerts in March The Season of Praise Concert Series at The Village Church is pleased to host two inspirational concerts in March.

Embodying the zeal of youth, The Purdue Varsity Glee Club will perform on Sunday, March 14, at 6:15 p.m. Also, world-renowned violinist, David Kim, accompanied by celebrated pianist, Ron Matthews, will be in concert on Sunday, March 21, at 6:15 p.m.

Purdue Varsity Glee Club

Imagine a cello – deep, rich, full – one glorious instrument; that’s the sound of the Purdue Varsity Glee Club. These 60 young men, directed by Bill Griffel, will perform a gospel concert with the charisma and fine performance artistry that defines their reputation. With integrity, passion, unparalleled showmanship and attention to every detail, the men of the Purdue Varsity Glee Club have proudly served as ambassadors of the university with honor and dignity for more than 115 years. Embodying the spirit of service above self, the men of the Purdue Varsity Glee Club represent different backgrounds and hometowns across the country, consistently maintaining a high level of academic excellence with majors ranging from engineering to education to management to biological sciences.

David Kim and Ron Matthews

Violinist David Kim was named Concertmaster of the Philadelphia Orchestra in 1999. Born in Carbondale, Illinois, in 1963, he started playing the violin at the age of three, began studies with the famed pedagogue Dorothy DeLay at the age of eight, and later received his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from The Juilliard School. In 1986 he received a prize at the International Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow. Mr. Kim is the 2008 C. Hartman Kuhn Award recipient for enhancing the standards and the reputation of The Philadelphia Orchestra.

Kim will be accompanied by acclaimed pianist, Ron Matthews (son of Cellana resident, Elva Matthews.) Dr. Matthews is the Professor of Music & Director of Music Programs at Eastern University.

Dr. Matthews also conducts the Jubilate Deo Chorale and Orchestra of New Jersey, a 75-voice auditioned chorale and a 65-piece professional orchestra, performing sacred and classical choral and orchestral music. He is a commissioned and published composer and is active in coaching and accompanying chamber music.

This concert will include Massenet’s Meditation from THAIS, Brahms’ Sonatensatz, and selections from David’s latest recording,

Purdue Varsity Glee Club Sunday, March 14, at 6:15 p.m.

The Lord Is My Shepherd.

Because of the overwhelming support for these concerts and the limited seats available, be sure to get your tickets in advance. Tickets are $10 and are available at The Village Church office during regular business hours.

David Kim w/ Ron Matthews Sunday, March 21, at 6:15 p.m.

2010 Village Church Easter Celebration to Feature Talented Organist Chelsea Chen

Chelsea Chen Sunday, April 4, at 6:15 p.m.

With her “stunning playing” and “lovely lyrical grandeur” (Los Angeles Times), Chelsea Chen has electrified audiences throughout the U.S. and Asia. As a composer she is broadening the classical organ repertoire with her own works, based on Asian folksongs.

Chen recorded her debut CD and DVD, “Live at Heinz Chapel,” on the Heinz Chapel organ at the 2005 Convention of the American Institute of Organbuilders. Her playing has been aired on CNN.com, Pipedreams from American Public Media, Hawaii Public Radio, and Taiwan’s Good News Radio.

Originally from San Diego, Chen studied piano from a young age with Jane Bastien and

Lori Bastien Vickers. She studied with John Weaver and Paul Jacobs and received her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the Juilliard. The next year she composed and performed in Taiwan as a U.S. Fulbright Scholar.

In 2009 she graduated with the Artist Diploma from Yale University under the tutelage of Thomas Murray. She was named Artistin-Residence in September 2009 at Emmanuel Presbyterian Church in Manhattan.

Chelsa Chen will “pull out the stops” for a musical Easter Celebration at this Season of Praise concert on Sunday, April 4, at 6:15 p.m.

Tickets are $10 and are available at the church office during regular business hours.

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Nature in full bloom

Amazing Marie Selby Gardens

Pictured here is an Heliconin with its interesting red and yellow pendulous flower. The spiked trunk tree is a Silk Floss Tree (Chorisia speciosa) and has pink flowers that appear each spring before the deciduous foliage grows back. The Bamboo garden is one of many lush walkways for visitors enjoy.

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Selby Gardens in Sarasota, is a non-profit institution fostering understanding and appreciation of tropical plants through ongoing research programs, conservation, and education. The 9.5-acre property on Sarasota Bay is an open-air and under-glass museum of more than 20,000 colorful plants – many have been collected in rain forests by Selby’s own staff. They are internationally recognized for their seven research greenhouses. Our favorire greenhouse was the Tropical Display exhibit which housed thousands of orchid specimens and other botanical delights. It was truly a wonderful day spent in a most fanciful place!

Residents made their way through many tropical exhibits at Selby Gardens including this one that is set along the river where towering Banyan trees grow showing their distinctive exaggerated roots.

Botanical specimens came in all shapes, textures, shapes, and sizes.

Every turn of the path brought a new adventure as the gardens revealed vegetation many residents had not viewed anywhere before.