Shell Point Life June 2011

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Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord and has made the Lord his hope and confidence.

RETRO REVIVAL

By Rochelle Cherniawski, assistant editor Last spring Teri Kollath, manager of the Academy and volunteer services, welcomed local artist Myra Roberts to the Academy to share a sampling of her vintage-style oil paintings.

The class caught our attention.

Shortly after, Lynn Wheaton (Junonia) and his son, Jeff, stopped into my office with about 100 black and white prints from a photo shoot that took place in 1964. The pictures were featured in an issue of Look magazine.

Then, during one of our monthly communications meetings we learned that we have a former Coca-Cola model living in the King's Crown. And right down the hallway from her is another resident who was photographed for the cover of the Saturday Evening Post in 1948.

With those stories playing our minds, a retro revival was born. This month, we share a collection of articles that represent fond memories of days gone by. It all begins on the next page.

However, our retro revival isn't contained to the pages of this magazine. Program coordinator Melody Desilets plans to keep the nostalgic mood alive with a “Name that Bride (and Groom)” event. Stop into the Resident Activity Center on Wednesday,

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For a more hands-on approach to the retro revival, you have the opportunity to give your old items a new life by donating them to the Shell Point Thrift Store, also known as Community Thrift. Those of you who have been eagerly awaiting more news about the thrift store will be thrilled to hear about the many volunteer opportunities that are available. Turn to page 15 to see how you can get involved.

And if you’re simply looking for a way to get out and have some fun this month, don’t forget the Summer Concert Series kicks off on June 14 with the Dan McMillon Jazz Orchestra performing live in The Village Church Auditorium. There is still time to take advantage of the savings available when purchasing the entire series of three concerts. Turn to page 32 to learn more.

I certainly gained a new perspective on all things retro after we pulled together this issue of Shell Point Life.

I hope it will spark a renewed appreciation for the things in your life that hold priceless memories.

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Sanibel Artist Myra Roberts paints retro images of simpler times.

Her painting titled Visit Sanibel and Captiva Islands captures the essence of island life.

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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 Senior Graphic Designer Wendy Iverson Graphic Designer Deanna Schmidli Contributors Teri Kollath, Robyn Church, Mary Franklin, Bev Chandley, Rachael Dula, Inga Bredahl, Darlene Coulombe, Tom Frackenpohl, Randy Woods, Bev Patten, Jessica Clark, Melody Desilets, Peggy Holton, Sarah Nadal,and Ann Erickson 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.

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Local Artist Draws Inspiration from Nostalgia and the Beauty of Sanibel Island

By Rochelle Cherniawski s soon as she could hold a crayon, Myra Roberts embraced the opportunity to draw on everything. Just down the street from her home outside of Chicago, Illinois, Myra recalled her mother introducing her to an interesting neighbor. “She was a painter. I was very little, but I distinctly remember thinking, ‘This is what I want to do.’”

She followed her heart right to the canvas where her distinctive style of painting retro images has been a driving passion for more than 35 years.

Since the beginning, she has drawn inspiration from her mother. “I’ve always been very nostalgic. Maybe because my mother died fairly young and my fondest memories of her are from the 50’s. She was a true Betty Crocker-type woman. She baked, took us on picnics, and was just very traditional.”

Myra also draws inspiration from vintage items. She has a vast collection of old magazines, cookbooks, ceramic pieces, toys, kitchen utensils, and more. “I’m interested in anything from the 20s through the 50s.

That probably stems from that great feeling I had of being with my mother as a little girl.”

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Island Inspiration When Myra moved to Sanibel Island in 1998, the scenes around the island captivated her creative side. “I am drawn to the flora, fauna, and wildlife that surround the island,” she expressed. “I’m especially interested in endangered wildlife and sea turtles.

It’s definitely a part of living on Sanibel.”

Truthfully, the self-professed, obsessivecompulsive artist can find inspiration in just about anything. “I always have something to paint,” she confessed. “It’s the mindset that sets an artist apart from a hobbyist.

Once you think of a great idea you have to get it down as fast as

possible. Your right brain is so in tune with creativity that you just can’t stop yourself.”

She works on several series at the same time. Right now she is working on a vintage sailing series, a series of women from the 30s through 60s relaxing on the beach, and a series of old Florida road maps.

Over the years, she has created hundreds of paintings.

The third-floor room in Myra’s home on Sanibel Island “I paint from morning until is her choice for a studio. With plenty of natural light, night every day. If you ever provided by sliding glass doors and a skylight, she come to my studio you will see finds it to be the perfect place to create her artwork.

20 paintings piled up and with others. In fact, Myra taught an Academy waiting for me to get to work.” class at Shell Point last spring that drew an Sharing Creativity audience of residents and guests from the outAs much as she enjoys painting, she also side public. The audience connected with her revels in the opportunity to share her talents love of history, nostalgia, and fashion.

I paint from morning until night every day.

If you ever come to my studio you will see 20 paintings piled up and waiting for me to get to work.

Directly following the presentation, one of the guests in attendance commissioned Myra to complete a custom portrait of her Yorkshire terrier, Georgie. “I enjoy doing portraits. I really like sitting down with people and getting their stories to figure out the perfect way to paint their portrait – even with pets!”

With endless inspiration across Sanibel Island and throughout her collection of nostalgic items, Myra will always have something to paint. And as long as Myra continues to paint, she will have a captivated audience. To see more of Myra’s work and discover where her art is displayed, visit her website at www.myraroberts.com.

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While her style is definitely retro, Myra Roberts’ subject matter reaches far and wide. She has painted curious children, wildlife, beach beauties, bike riders, mermaids, movie stars, and almost everything in between.

Three Shell Point residents recall their exciting brush with fame It’s always fun to reminisce about the good ol’ days by viewing family photo albums or keepsakes. You might recount a special event like a birthday, anniversary, or a wedding.

Or, perhaps you remember perfect summer vacations spent with loved ones. Regardless of the image they portray, photos have a way of transporting us back to a particular moment in time. For Mary Welsh (King’s Crown), Gerry

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D’Ascanio (King’s Crown), and Lynn Wheaton (Junonia), photos have provided priceless memories they will cherish forever.

Coke Model Resident Fondly Recalls Experience of Being Iconic Model for Coca-Cola

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ary Welsh (King’s Crown) grew up on a working farm in Columbus, Georgia. As the youngest and only girl in a family of five children, she was sheltered by her over-protective father. “He was a lay minster and he was very strict,” Mary recalled. “I didn’t get out much and I always had to dress very conservatively.”

One day when Mary was 15 years old, a neighbor stopped by the house and was blown away by Mary’s appearance. It had been a while since he’d seen Mary and he was enamored by her youthful beauty. He thought right away that she would make a great model.

A few days later the neighbor returned

to the farm and took some photos of Mary to share with some people at the advertising agency where he worked. “They loved the pictures,” said Mary. “They wanted me to become a model for Coke!”

She was flattered. Unfortunately, her father didn’t feel the same and he forbid her from modeling.

“I knew that it would help raise money for me to attend college,” Mary recalled. “But he just didn’t care. He worked so that my brothers could go to college, but not me. It wasn’t fair! I wanted to make a living too.”

Eventually, it was the persuasion of her neighbor and the persistence of her mother that ended up swaying her father’s decision

Mary Welsh has a few pieces of CocaCola memorabilia from her days as a Coke girl.

She holds a serving tray portraying her image, yet the majority of her Coke memorabilia has been given to her children.

to sign the contract. Although, according to Mary, he was never happy about her modeling career. “He didn’t want me to model in halter tops or bathing suits, but that was a part of the job.”

She modeled with Coke from the time she was 15 until she was 18 years old. She traveled across the country as a Coke girl doing photo shoots and promotions for the iconic soda brand. She said with a laugh, continued next page

You will always find an ice-cold Coke in Mary’s refrigerator.

Continued from page 7 “During that time, they owned my body, soul, and everything else!”

The photos were converted into paintings by various artists and then used for everything from billboards and posters to playing cards and serving trays. People that knew Mary would call her to exclaim that

they saw her on billboards and other advertising materials. “It was an absolutely exciting time for a little farm girl,” she recalled.

As a Coke model, Mary had unlimited access to all the Coca-Cola she could drink.

“I went from never having even tasted Coke when I lived on the farm to forming a complete addiction to it!”

She earned great money along the way; in fact, she earned enough to pay for college.

After her time as a Coke girl drew to a close, Mary went to the University of Georgia where she studied advertising. And the entire time she was at the University, she never mentioned her career as a Coke model. “I didn’t want to be known as that girl. I wanted to have my own identity.”

Mary approached academics with vigor and graduated with honors. “I had to after all that,” she laughed.

After college, she got married and had two children, a boy and a girl. Later in life, she and her husband spent time at their vacation home on Sanibel Island. Mary moved to Shell Point in 2005 and has enjoyed spending her spare time gardening. “I used to like growing vegetables, especially okra. But now my garden is all flowers. When someone is not feeling well, I go to my garden and make them a bouquet. That’s much more rewarding

than harvesting okra!”

Today, Mary’s children have most of the memorabilia related to her days as a Coke girl, and they still keep their eyes open for antiques featuring their mother’s smiling face. And while she has certainly focused on new interests, you can still always find an ice-cold Coke in Mary’s refrigerator.

Mary Welsh appeared in Coca-Cola print ads and billboards as a Coke girl. A 1947 color ad promoted, “…there’s nothing like the friendly pause.” She is the one standing at the far left.

Cover Girl Resident Photographed for Cover of The Saturday Evening Post While growing up in Massachusetts, Gerry D’Ascanio (King’s Crown) loved skiing and going to the beach. One day, as 22-year-old Gerry and her girlfriends frolicked in the water at the beach in Ogunquit, Maine, a photographer captured the moment.

Gerry recalled, “The water was very cold and I was hesitant to get in! We didn’t know the photographer was taking our picture until after he was all done. He asked our permission to use the photo, and, of course, we approved.”

The photograph was published on the cover of The Saturday Evening Post on the

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issue stamped August 14, 1948.

“My family and friends were thrilled when they saw the cover.

Everyone loved it.”

Gerry didn’t keep any copies of the magazine for herself. She shared them all with her Cover Girl friends and family.

Gerry D’Ascanio The image simply lives in her mind as a memory of a day spent doing what she loved.

Gerry D’Ascanio’s 1948 Saturday Evening Post beach day cover was a splash with friends and family. She is pictured in the lower right corner.

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Resident and Son Recall Memorable Photo Shoot for Major Publication

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ob Dylan, an artist that some consider to be one of the most influential musicians of the 60s was at one time cast out of inclusion in Look magazine due to his scruffy appearance. In his place the editor selected images of a four-year-old boy, Jeff Wheaton, the son of Lynn and Ruth Wheaton (Junonia).

In the summer of 1964, a young photographer by the name of Douglas Gilbert had the unique opportunity to capture candid images of soon-to-be legendary musician Bob Dylan. Douglas was fresh out of college at the time and was just beginning to work with Look magazine. Unfortunately, the publishers of Look refused to publish the images due to Dylan’s scruffy appearance. They didn’t feel as though he fit in with their family-style publication.

Photographer Takes a New Direction Douglas changed direction and decided to go for something a little more family-friendly. He contacted

Lynn Wheaton (Junonia) and asked to spend the day taking photographs of Lynn and his four-year-old son, Jeff, enjoying a day at the Children’s Zoo in Central Park in New York City.

Lynn recalled, “We knew Douglas through church.

He was just getting started and wanted to spend a day taking pictures of Jeff enjoying a day at the zoo. He instructed me to let Jeff do whatever he wanted for the day. Douglas just hung back and captured candid shots. It was a lot of fun.”

Jeff recalled the day while reviewing a collection of more than 100 black and white prints from the photo shoot. “I don’t remember being there, but I’m sure I had a blast. I mean, they really did let me do whatever and eat whatever I wanted. What’s better than that?”

At the end of the day, Douglas walked away with 300 to 500 pictures and Jeff was exhausted. Five of the photos were published as a spread in the July 27, 1965, issue of Look magazine. continued next page

Five of Douglas Gilbert’s photos of Jeff and Lynn Wheaton were published as a spread in the July 27, 1965, issue of Look magazine.

Continued from page 9 Forever Famous In 1980 when Jeff was a junior at Wheaton College, he took a photography class led by none other than Douglas Gilbert himself. “He showed the photos to the class,” Jeff said. “It was fun. And I think I ended up doing fairly well in his class.”

Following graduation, Jeff moved to Alaska where he followed in his father’s footsteps and pursued a career in broadcasting. “I worked in radio and TV before I decided that I wanted to

teach children. So, I moved to Michigan to attend Grand Valley State University while working at WJQ in Holland.”

In 1990, Jeff moved back to Alaska and has been living in Anchorage ever since. He now works as an elementary teacher for a correspondence program that supports home schooled children. He was also appointed by Governor Palin to serve on two state commissions. He works on the Governor’s Council on the Homeless and oversees homelessness for the state. He also works with Serve Alaska to set up and oversee the AmeriCorps programs.

“I love adventure,” said Jeff. “Alaska is home.”

A Sense of Pride While Jeff is certainly proud of his accomplishments and loves being involved in state commissions and children’s education, he still feels a great sense of pride when looking through the photographs of his special day at the zoo.

Although he was just four years old when the pictures were captured, he holds onto the memories as if they were made just yesterday.

“The pictures are fun to show off,” he said. “It’s sort of unique. Plus, it’s nice to be able to say ‘I made Look magazine and Bob Dylan didn’t!’”

One of the original photos from that day at the zoo hangs prominently in the entryway of Ruth and Lynn’s home.

Jeff and Lynn Wheaton

Look was a large-format, bi-weekly, general-interest magazine published from 1937 to 1971, with a main emphasis on photographs. Of the leading magazines, Look had a circulation second only to Life and ahead of The Saturday Evening Post.

The Dylan Photos Douglas Gilbert had always just assumed that the photos he took of Bob Dylan ended up in the Library of Congress. However, a few years ago, he discovered that the pictures were copywrited to him. In 2005, Douglas published Forever Young: Photographs of Bob Dylan. His 1964 photos of Dylan can be viewed on his website: douglasrgilbert.com

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Shell Point HomeCare Offers Respite for Caregivers Shell Point excels at providing peace “We started the Peace of Mind program of mind. Now, a program designed to fill in the gap,” explained Joanne. for caregivers provides extra peace of mind, “Caregivers complete the HomeCare paperthanks to Shell Point HomeCare. work ahead of time. Then if they are called “People are their most comfortable at away suddenly, our certified nursing assistants home,” said Joanne Meyers, a can step in – whether it's for two nurse and nurse educator hours, two days, or longer.” who manages Shell Point Shell Point HomeCare cusHomeCare. “Home is where tomizes its care for every individpeople are their happiest – ual – from simple cooking and they eat the best, rest the companionship, to more involved best, and live the best. We tasks like bathing and dressing.

Shell Point HomeCare want to help support that.”

Caregivers work with Shell Point provides caregivers with For residents who serve HomeCare to list these preferpeace of mind. as caregivers for a spouse or ences so that if emergencies haploved one, many obstacles can threaten that pen, HomeCare personnel will know exactly happiness. A caregiver might need to go out how to care for their loved one. of town, or be away from home due to an “Personal preferences really matter,” emergency. A significant challenge arises if expressed Joanne. “We develop a custom care their loved one cannot be left alone at home plan focusing on each individual. They may and there is not a backup plan. need a few hours at the beginning of the day

for breakfast, showering, and getting dressed, and then they're good to go for the rest of the day. As much as 24 hour-a-day care may be more appropriate. Whatever the personal situation, planning ahead affords peace of mind.”

Shell Point HomeCare consists of more than 55 home health aides and certified nursing assistants, all of whom are Shell Point employees and are closely monitored by Joanne and Sandy Aurs, the RN Case Manager. “Our aides are here to provide Peace of Mind for both the loved one and the caregiver,” said Joanne.

Anyone can request Shell Point HomeCare as doctor’s orders are not required.

All fees are billed through monthly Shell Point statements. For more information call 454-2242.

WOMEN’S HEALTH UPDATE On-site Solution for Women Experiencing Urinary Incontinence Millions of women suffer from stress urinary incontinence (SUI), the leakage of urine when laughing, coughing, sneezing, exercising, or performing other daily activities. What many don’t realize is that SUI isn’t just an annoyance; it’s a medical condition that, left untreated, can have serious consequences.

Isolation, anxiety, and depression are some of the many health risks that can be associated with SUI. The condition can also limit or stop a person’s participation in enjoyable activities, thus negatively impacting social situations.

“Statistics show that one in four women experiences symptoms of SUI,” said Dr. Harold Tsai. “Those are very significant numbers. And what’s perhaps even more Dr. Tsai interesting is that urinary incontinence is not a natural part of aging.

Many people have that misconception.”

In addition to social impacts, leaky bladders make exercising difficult and can be a contributing factor to weight gain.

Additionally, wet skin due to constant leakage may be associated with skin rashes and skin infections. SUI can also increase the risk

of repeated urinary tract infections. gently heat small areas of tissue at the base of The health impact of SUI is often great the bladder. This heating causes natural colenough that effective treatment can make lagen in the tissue to become firmer, which a real difference. In some cases, special can help increase control and decrease leaks. strengthening exercises or lifestyle changes Dr. Tsai can perform this treatment in his are suggested. office in about an hour, and women can safely Dr. Tsai related, “I commonly talk to resume activities the next day. Treatment patients who say they know where every bath- effect is typically seen within 60 to 90 days. room is when they are out in public. SUI Overall, about 70% to 75% of patients are causes a lot of problems. Those people try to improved. learn to live with pads or other products. In “My patients have been very happy with fact, they can spend as much on the products the treatment,” said Dr. Tsai. “Their sympto mask their leakage problem as they do on toms are improved and they are able to regular medications.” return to their busy lives quickly and withBut often, special exercises, lifestyle out surgery.” changes, and support products may not be For more information about Renessa, enough to help women regain their confi- consult with Dr. Tsai by calling 689-6677. Dr. dence. Fortunately, for women who want Tsai sees patients at The Arbor Medical lasting results but do not want to deal with Center at Shell Point every Monday from 1 the long recovery time associated with sur- p.m. to 5 p.m. gery, there is a new non-surgical treatment called Renessa.

“Renessa is not intended to replace surgery. It simply serves as an alternative to surgery for those who are seeking Dr. Tsai will share more about the non-surgical treatanother option,” said Dr. Tsai. ments for stress urinary incontinence and overactive Renessa is a quick treatbladder when he presents Urology for Women on ment where a small device is Tuesday, July 12, in the Grand Cypress Room of The inserted into the urethra to Woodlands. Sign-up is required for this course.

SEE DR. TSAI IN THE ACADEMY • JULY 12

Salute the U.S.A. at the 4th of July Celebration!

Celebrate all that is red, white, and blue with patriotic music and a delicious all-American treat.

Shell Point’s 4th of July event will kicks off at 2:00 p.m. when cherry crisp Sponsored by with whip cream will be served up for all to enjoy. The musical band, Essence, will take to the stage at 3:00 p.m.

Essence, comprised of Billy Dean and Dawn Birch along with A delectable cherry crisp Don and Lesly Hale, will perform a dessert will be served in celebration of Independence Day! patriotic repertoire. The one hourlong program will include such favorites as the Andrew Sisters medley, The Salute to the Branches of Armed Forces and God Bless America! The group has performed together for 11 years. They frequently perform in exclusive country clubs in Lee and Collier counties.

TICKETS REQUIRED — Tickets for the 4th of July celebration will become available on June 1. Tickets are complementary to Shell Point residents and $5 for guests. They can be picked up at either service desk.

Shell Point Gift Shop New Summer Hours The resident Gift Shop, located on The Island, has extended its hours for the summer. Stop in Monday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to shop the resident-made items such as jewelry, wood crafts, children’s items, books, cards and more.

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It is also important to consider the following venue-specific information prior to signing up for transportation: Walking is involved from the bus to the building. There are stairs and an elevator for access to seats located on the upper levels.

The Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall

does not provide wheelchairs.

To sign up for transportation to the 2011-2012 concert series, please call The Island service desk at 454-2282 on or The Woodlands service desk at 454-2054.

Bus passes will be issued in the fall.

Symphony Pops Series Transportation Cost: $35

Symphony Classical Series Transportation Cost: $35

Community Concert Series Transportation Cost: $35

Saturday, November 12, 2011 Saturday, December 17, 2011 (Holiday Concert) Saturday, January 21, 2012 Saturday, March 17, 2012

Saturday, November 5, 2011 Saturday, January 7, 2012 Friday, January 27, 2012 Saturday, March 3, 2012 Saturday, March 24, 2012

Monday, January 23, 2012 Friday, February 24, 2012 Monday, February 27, 2012 Wednesday, March 7, 2012 Monday, March 19, 2012

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These photos are from trips to Alaska, England, Peru and Switzerland.

For The Love Of Learning

Weekly sessions of Intermediate Bridge taught by Susan Willoughby begin on Wednesday, June 1.

Fran Allison (Junonia) will introduce the Basics of Genealogy on two Mondays, beginning June 6. Fran leads the Shell Point Genealogy Library and will give participants the tools they need to begin exploring their roots.

The Seven Wonders of The Ancient World will be presented by Professor Adrian Kerr on three Tuesdays, beginning June 7.

Learn why the seven wonders still have such a hold on our imaginations.

On Thursday, June 9, take part in a six-hour refresher AARP Driver Safety course.

Learn about age-related physical changes and how to adjust. You will tune up your driving skills and update your knowledge of Florida driving laws.

Robert Macomber, award-winning internationally-acclaimed novelist, lecturer, and naval historian, will give six presentations this summer semester.

Three presentations will be held in June.

Inside the Story – The Journey of Making “Honor Bound,” takes place on Thursday, June 16; Guerre De Course – The Global Strategy of the Confederate State’s Navy, will be presented on Thursday, June 23; and Blood Money – The Caribbean’s Critical Influence on the Naval Civil War will be presented on Thursday, June 30.

Legacy Seminar

The New Tax Law – What Do You Need To Know? will be presented on Wednesday, June 22. Attorney Mary Beth Crawford of the law firm Cummings & Lockwood will join FineMark Bank’s Managing Executive, Susan S. Chicone, in this free 45-minute presentation followed by Q&A. Light refreshments will be served.

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Coffee With A Neighbor

Walking The World with Ginny & Jim Plummer Wednesday, June 29, 10 a.m. • Grand Cypress Room/WDL Share the travel highlights of a five year period of time when Jim and Ginny led tours involving lengthy daily walks to help others experience the history, culture, and scenery of the world’s greatest destinations. They have visited 28 international locations including Switzerland, Norway, Germany, Panama, Ecuador, the Galapagos Islands, Chile, and Peru.

Coffee With A Neighbor

In Walking The World with Ginny and Jim Plummer (Parkwood), they will share the highlights of a recent five-year period of their lives when they led tours involving lengthy daily walks to help Americans immerse themselves in the history, culture, and scenery of many differing regions that included 28 nations and 34 states. Learn how they did this, and share the joys and challenges of this unique and fulfilling way to travel.

Mind, Body and Spirit

Beautiful Science Continues is a continuation of a presentation offered in the spring semester by Don Steenhoek, scien-

tist and employee chaplain at Shell Point.

Through this beautiful animation, we see how DNA is used to create the proteins needed for human life.

Pat Specht (Lakewood) launches four sessions of Summer Sing-Along With Pat beginning on Tuesday, June 7.

Helen Remington of Lakewood offers the June session of Orchid Potting on Thursday, June 16, at the Orchid House.

Dr. Trevor Elmquist of Elmquist Eye Group offers The Aging Eye on Friday, June 24, to touch on the dis-

eases and conditions that may be experienced by the aging eye.

Journaling with a Purpose will be presented by Jackie Ferguson, international speaker, stress and wellness coach, author, and News-Press columnist.

She offers successful strategies for surviving the stress that seems to be unavoidable in our lives by introducing us to intuitive and creative problem-solving techniques. This class includes lunch.

Spirituality 101 gives us an opportunity to understand the common elements of spirituality, and discusses options for choosing what informs our spiritual nature. Join our director of spiritual services, Sue Stranahan, for a fresh look.

Academy On The Go

From Waste To Energy is the educational field trip for Thursday, June 2. This is a great opportunity to see first hand what happens to your recyclables and waste as we tour the Lee County facilities.

On Thursday, June 30, we travel to Everglades: The City for a City Hall tour by author and Everglades City historian Marya Repko followed by a visit to the Everglades Historical Museum.

Computer College

Review and Practice Basic Computer Skills on Monday mornings in June beginning on June 6. Jim Plummer (Parkwood) will be the instructor.

Using The Shell Point Facebook Site will be presented on Fridays, June 7 and 24,

by Richard Nelson (Lakewood).

Richard Nelson will also present Skype Basics for three Wednesday afternoons ,beginning on June 15.

Russ Kraay (Oakmont) will present Tips and Shortcuts For The Serious Computer User on Tuesdays, June 7 and 14.

Printing Photos From Email will be presented by Penny Modrich (Nautilus) on Thursdays, June 9 and 16.

Wayne Wolfert (Lucina) presents Computer Graphics Using Print Shop 22 every Tuesday from June 7 through July 12.

Ever wonder where your recycling goes?

Find out with Academy On The Go on Thursday, June 2, as we tour the Lee County recycling facilities.

Harold Seer (Parkwood) presents Adobe Photoshop Elements every Wednesday from June 22 through July 27.

More Info

For further details, refer to your Academy brochure. Additional brochures are available at either service desk as well as online at www.shellpoint.net. Updates can also be found in the Weekly Reminder and on SPTV, channel 11.

Volunteer Opportunities Abound at Community Thrift Store

Tasks to y suit man interests

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Repairs & Maintenance

Calling all handymen! If you enjoy testing, tinkering, fixing, and general maintenance, we need you. This position will also oversee store supply inventory.

Sorting / Pricing Committee

Receiving Committee

If you like to keep moving, then the Receiving Committee is the place for you. Be right on the front line to meet and greet donors, receive donations, and

Organized people are a true asset to a thrift store operation.

Sorting and pricing volunteers will sort, prepare, size, package, and price items for display on the sales floor.

Sales Committee

Those who enjoy working with the public and value great customer service will be well-suited for the sales committee. These volunteers will place merchandise on the sales floor, oversee the general tidiness of the store, directly greet and assist customers, and work as the front counter cashiers.

Display and Design Committee

Residents who have a love for artistic design and a flare for creativity will enjoy being the inspiration for the layout of the store. Help determine the arrangement of racks and shelving, offer ideas

for displays, and even decorate around special themes.

Marketing Committee

Those who have a background or interest in marketing will enjoy working with the variety of media outlets available at Shell Point. Marketing volunteers will be tasked with organizing and promoting the store’s special events.

If any of these committees sound exciting to you, call Teri Kollath at 454-2254 for more information.

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The New Tax Law What Do You Need To Know?

A Special Focus on Estate and Asset Protection Every successful journey begins with a destination and a plan in mind. The plan may require adjustments along the way, but the destination remains the same. When it comes to estate planning, experts can help safely guide you on your journey and ensure you arrive successfully, right where you planned to be.

Today’s estate planning has become a much more complex process with multiple financial and taxation implications. Careful estate planning with experts in the field can assist in the management and transfer of property in the event of incapacity or death, as well as provide the most tax efficient vehicles for the transfer.

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This seminar is free; however, seating is limited and reservations are required. Please contact either service desk to reserve your seat.

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Grand Cypress Room/WDL Speakers: Mary Beth Crawford, Attorney Cummings & Lockwood and Susan S. Chicone, Managing Executive FineMark National Bank & Trust

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We have a strict monitoring process that alerts us of any suspicious activity. It’s important to ask your banking institution what they’re doing to make sure your accounts are safe. But always remember, you may actually be the biggest line of defense against hackers and scammers.

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Following are some important safety tips to keep in mind when it comes to online banking: 1. Always log onto your account from a secure computer. It’s a good idea to log on from home and never log on from a public computer like in a hotel or café.

2. Make sure you enter the official bank site and double check that the URL matches the bank’s name. Also look for a lock icon on the bottom of your web browser window and the https:// header in the address bar.

3. NEVER respond to any e-mail that

requests your personal information. This is a common scam used by criminals looking to obtain your personal information.

4. Keep your anti-virus software up to date.

5. Use a different name and password on each account.

6. Monitor your accounts for any suspicious activity.

Do you have a banking question? We are currently accepting questions from residents to be answered in this Q&A column which will be seen monthly in Shell Point Life. Stop into the FineMark office on The Island and leave your question with Susan Chicone or call 461-5999 to speak with any member of the FineMark team.

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While manicures and pedicures serving these locations. feel like pampering; they are also Erin takes pride in keeping her an important element of hand and foot customer’s fingers and toes in top care. As we age, we become more sus- shape. She is familiar with the varceptible to developing a disorious conditions and disorders der in the nail. If a disorder is of nails. She is also trained in left untreated it can cause probproper care and prevention. lems or nail loss that could Erin is a Fort Myers have been avoided with early native. However, she travels attention. Proper care is imporat every opportunity. She Erin Tansey, tant when diabetes is a factor. enjoys flying and scuba divIf a pedicure is too much nail technician ing in her spare time. pampering for you, we offer a simple fin- Regarding her job at Shell Point, ger and toe nail clip and file. This serv- she said, “I enjoy the people at Shell ice removes length and any rough edges. Point as they are so friendly and In response to popular demand, nail kind. I hope to continue working care specialist Erin Tansey is now serv- with my customers here for a very ing customers Monday and Thursday in long time.” the Island Salon. Erin has provided nail You can schedule an appointcare at the Arbor and Pavilion Salons ment with Erin at any of the Shell for almost two years and will continue Point Salons by calling 489-8400.

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$3 off a pedicure $1 off a manicure $1 off a clip & file with Erin Tansey expires 6/30/11

Skin Care JUNE SALON SAVINGS

$5 off any 1-hour facial for Men & Women with Kendal Colosimo Includes European, Four Layer, and Vita Cura Facials

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Men’s Monda ys!

There is no need to leave the convenience of your community for a barber cut or style. Our stylists are trained in both barbering and hair styling.

There is no need to line up and wait at a barber shop. You can make an appointment at the Shell Point Salon.

Monday mornings in the Island Salon are primarily dedicated to serving men.

However, men are welcome in any of the salons at all times.

New customers receive 20% off their first visit. Refer a friend to the salon and you BOTH receive 20% off – ask for details.

Men’s Hair Care JUNE SALON SAVINGS

THE SALON HONORS MEN FOR FATHER’S DAY!

$12 Men’s Haircut Call 489-8400

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Even though Dotty Morrison (Cellana) has been taking photos since she was just a young girl with a Brownie camera, she feels as though her skills have significantly improved in her three years of living at Shell Point. “I feel like I have a gift for photography, but people here, both residents and staff, have helped me hone my skills and improve my technique. I’ve learned to see things in a very different way.

That has been the most exciting thing about being here at Shell Point.”

Dotty carries a camera with her wherever she goes, whether it’s her Panasonic point-and-shoot or her Nikon D2100 SLR with a 300 lens. In fact, Dotty won two first-place prizes in the 2011 Shell Point Photo Show using her simple point-andshoot Panasonic.

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“Look at this one,” “Just Beautiful,” and “I am certainly glad I was not a judge,” were just a few of the comments heard at the 10th Annual Shell Point Photo Show as residents and guests perused the collection of photographs on display. In all, the show included 247 photographs from 20 courts across 12 categories.

The Photo Show Gala opened with Photo Show Chairman Frank Moore (Lakewood) commenting on the rich history of the show. He took a few moments to Dotty Morrison Dottie Morrisson

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thank the pioneers of the show, Ted Boynton (Macoma) and George Bail (Lucina).

Regarding the 2011 show, Frank said, “The entries into the show this year were brilliant.

From the winning photographers who caught a great picture with a point-andshoot to the photographer who makes it their craft, there was a variety of winners and you never know who the judge will choose!”

The photographs were on display throughout the last two weeks of April.

Hundreds of viewers admired the display.

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David Pavey (Coquina) was born and raised in England, but came to the United States as a Bible student when he was just 19 years old. He bought himself a second-hand 35 millimeter camera to document his journey. “I wrote to my family once a week and would often include photos to illustrate some of the experiences I was having.”

Today, he is still recording his experiences. He has lived at Shell Point for two and a half years, and has been photographing everything. “I almost never leave home without my camera. When you are new, you notice things much more than when you have lived there for a while. But the beauty of this place has not worn off yet.”

David earned two first-place awards in Photo Show using his trusty Canon Elph point-and-shoot digital camera.

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When David Singer (Tellidora) was a junior in college, he was captivated by a camera. “A classmate had a Polaroid camera and worked for the student newspaper, but he didn’t have time for it. So, I took over the camera and the job.”

Throughout the rest of his life, photography was a common theme that carried him through various careers like art direction, photojournalism, and magazine editing. David has found that being a successful photographer is a result of developing a second way of seeing. “You have to capture a moment in a way that you want the camera to interpret it. You begin seeing in terms of composition.”

David received a first place award in the 2011 Shell Point Photo Show.

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Goz Gosselin

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David Pavey David Pavey Dotty Morrison

A Game of Patience Blue Belles at Daybreak Clay - Motion

Category 2 Scenery at Shell Point 1st 2nd 3rd

David Pavey Les Davidson Judith Krug

Still Waters Mega Moon My Tranquility

Category 3 Wildlife at Shell Point 1st 2nd 3rd

David Singer Lyle LaBour Goz Gosselin

Dolphin Jumping Go Ahead Make My Day Are They Dry Yet?

Category 4 People 1st 2nd 3rd

Dorothy Erickson Herb Sklar Herb Sklar

Tribal Thai Grandmother Eye of the Photographer Me

Category 5 Fun and/or Festive Events 1st 2nd 3rd

Dotty Morrison Herb Sklar Dee Whited

Honor Upheld Happy Camel Fun with Granny’s Roll of Quarters

Category 6 Still Life

Ted Boynton

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Dotty Morrison Robert Mikes Gordon Tropf

A Green Perspective Onions/Still Life Studio Still Life

Category 7 Nature Elsewhere 1st 2nd 3rd

Les Davidson John Ippensen Les Davidson

Grand Tetons and Snake River Mountain Mist Banff, Canada

Category 8 Wildlife Elsewhere 1st 2nd 3rd

Sallie Rich Les Davidson Sallie Rich

Great Blue Heron Mating Dance Show Off-Corkscrew Swamp Mohawk

Category 9 Travel Frank Moore

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Jeanne Fuchs John Bailey John Bailey

English Bay, Antigua Oporto Street, Portugal Castle Combe

Category 10 All-Time Favorites 1st 2nd 3rd

Les Davidson Robert Mikes David Pavey

Snow Grazing Maine Doorway How Green Was My Valley

Category 11 Abstract Photo 1st 2nd 3rd

Les Davidson George Bail Sallie Rich

Glacial Confluence, Alaska Reflections Reflected Sunset RAC Pond

Category 12 Pets 1st 2nd 3rd

Jane Hoden Herb Sklar Gail Hamlett

Cozy Strudel Rusty Boy What’s for Dinner

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To include a listing for an upcoming event or activity, please contact Mary Franklin, resort services manager, at 454-2152 or email: maryfranklin@shellpoint.org

Annual Hurricane Seminar

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Church Auditorium/IS Learn about and understand the important updates to policies and procedures in case of a severe weather emergency. By attending the seminar, you will gain knowledge of the evacuation plan and be able to better prepare for potential harsh weather conditions.

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Thursday, June 2 11:30 a.m.

Crystal Room Private Dining Room/IS Mac Users will be gathering for an informal meeting and lunch. Bring any topics you would like to discuss.

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10, 17, 24 RAC/IS The beginning of summer is the perfect time to enjoy ripe and juicy watermelon, oranges, and strawberries and that’s just the beginning! Come to the Shell Point Market Place for the freshest produce, artisan breads, warm muffins, and much more.

“1825 - The Erie Canal” This painting shows the Seneca Chief, the flagship of a flotilla making the maiden voyage down the Erie Canal

Modern Marvels: The Erie Canal

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Friday, June 3 2:00 p.m.

Grand Cypress Room/WDL The Erie Canal was as important an engineering project as has ever been undertaken, linking the western frontier to the Atlantic seaboard. In 1825, newspapers declared the recently completed Erie Canal as "The Eighth Wonder of the World." It immediately proved its worth, generating millions of dollars in tolls, opening up the interior of the state to development, and spurring the creation of new towns. Today, it is a treasure house of history and an invaluable reminder of a vanished era. From the first shovel of dirt to its survival into the 21st century, discover the extraordinary story of The Erie Canal.

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Thursday, June 9 9:30 a.m. Island pickup 9:40 a.m. Woodlands pickup 9:50 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 12:00 p.m. approximate return Cost: $15.00 Castle Golf, right here in Fort Myers, offers an enchanting miniature golf experience for all ages and skill levels. Where else can you combine miniature golf with baroque music and alligators? Bring your friends and enjoy the experience.

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Monday, June 6 6:45 p.m.

The Village Church/IS Join Ted and Mary Boynton (Macoma) for an extraordinary journey through lakes, estuaries, rivers, and oceans. Hop aboard the Mary Constance as the Boyntons share vivid pictures and commentary from a series of waterways, including the St. Lawrence River and the tumultuous waves of the Atlantic Ocean.

You won’t want to miss this varied and intriguing presentation.

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Wednesday, June 8 10:30 a.m. Island pickup 10:40 a.m. Woodlands pickup 10:50 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 1:30 p.m. approximate return Cost: $7.00 (lunch on your own) Crave opened its doors in Fort Myers only a few short years ago and quickly gained rave reviews from customers and critics alike. Their service is touted to be wonderful and all food is fresh, creative, and made when ordered – not in advance.

Once you taste it, you will “crave the difference.” The menu is available online at www.cravemenu.com.

Information Forum

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Saturday, June 11 10:00 a.m.

Grand Cypress Room/ WDL Janet Medina (Rosemont) will discuss the Gas Station in the Sky over Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom with Major Matthew Medina, her son, pilot of the KC-10 tanker. This is a repeat of the original 2003 presentation.

Saturday DVD: Secondhand Lions (2004)

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Saturday, June 11 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Grand Cypress Room/WDL Secondhand Lions follows the adventures of a shy young boy (Haley Joel Osment) who is sent to spend the summer with his eccentric uncles (Michael Caine and Robert Duvall). At first shocked by his uncles' unconventional behavior that includes ordering African lions through the mail, the boy soon becomes enthralled with unraveling the mystery that has followed his uncles for years. Hearing tales of their exotic adventures involving kidnapped princesses, Arabian sheiks, and lost treasure, not only brings him closer to his uncles but also teaches him what it means to believe in something – whether it's true or not.

Sunday DVD Matinee: Adam’s Rib (1949)

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Sunday, June 12 2:30 p.m.

Grand Cypress Room/WDL Katherine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy were never better than in this comedy. They play husband and wife lawyers on opposing sides of the same case, a domestic dispute between a suffering wife (Judy Holliday) and a straying husband (Tom Ewell). All actors give outstanding performances.

How on Earth Did Tea Make it This Far?

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Monday, June 13 1:30 p.m.

Grand Cypress Room/WDL While tea has been hailed as the elixir of immortality, it’s also been served as a vegetable, "encouraged" with raw eggs, and considered the villainous ruin of the British race. Learn of tea’s perilous – and amusing – journey through time with Laurie Nienhaus.

Tea will be served after the presentation. Please bring your own teacup.

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Wednesday, June 15 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Administration Courtyard/IS Cost: $3.00 There is nothing quite like enjoying an afternoon with a creamy root beer float while listening to the sounds of Brylcream. In honor of Father’s Day, bring that special man in your life or have a float in your dad’s honor, and delight in this sweet nostalgic treat under the natural canopy of trees.

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HAPPENINGS PLACES

Up the River and Through the Locks

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Thursday, June 16 9:00 a.m. Island pickup 9:10 a.m. Woodlands pickup 9:20 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 4:30 p.m. approximate return Cost: $42.00 (buffet lunch included) Board the Captain JP Paddlewheeler from the historic downtown yacht basin for a four and a half hour relaxing cruise. We will head east on the calm waters of the Intracoastal Waterway and through the W.P. Franklin Locks which control the waters of Lake Okeechobee. Observe the operation of the locks, as well as the banks of the Caloosahatchee River that flourish with tropical growth, providing shade to beautiful homes. During your passage you will sightsee, enjoy a well-reputed buffet lunch aboard the ship, and even have the opportunity to join in the singing and dancing up on the third deck.

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Monday, June 20 8:30 a.m. Island pickup 8:40 a.m. Woodlands pickup 8:50 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 3:00 p.m. approximate return Cost: $16.00 (ice cream on your own) This trip is a favorite monthly outing for many residents. And the water is perfect

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this time of year! The group will head to Delnor Wiggins Pass State Park for fun in the sun. A picnic lunch will be served and a traditional stop for ice cream will be included on the trip back to Shell Point.

Pet Owner Hurricane Seminar

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Thursday, June 23 10:00 a.m.

Social Center/IS Do you have an evacuation plan for your f o u r- l e g g e d friend? Be sure to attend the pet owner seminar so both you and your furry friend remain safe in the event of severe weather.

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Thursday, June 23 4:30 p.m. Island pickup 4:40 p.m. Woodlands pickup 4:50 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 8:00 p.m. approximate return Cost: $8.00 (dinner on your own) Ruth’s Chris steakhouse is celebrating 45 years of serving nothing but the finest meals to their loyal and appreciated customers.

Choose from one of their four three-course meal options for $34.95. Or order an a la carte dish, such as petit filet mignon, which start at $34. Ruth’s Chris is internationally known for their highest quality meats and lovely dining ambiance. For this Bonita Springs dining experience you will want to leave your shorts and t-shirts at home.

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Saturday, June 25 1:00 p.m. Island pickup 1:10 p.m. Woodlands pickup 1:20 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 5:15 p.m. approximate return Cost: $37.00 (all inclusive) “There are few hours in life more agreeable 24

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that the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea.” – Henry James.

Lovely tea breads, scones with preserves, fanciful tea sandwiches, fruit tarts, and pastries will accompany your choice of freshly brewed tea as you immerse yourself in camaraderie and conversation during afternoon tea at the Ritz.

Movie Night: Please Don’t Eat the Daisies (1960)

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Monday, June 27 6:45 p.m Social Center/IS When theater lecturer Larry Mackay (David Niven) becomes a critic for a very important New York newspaper, he soon begins to alienate all those around him, not least of which his ever-patient wife Kate (Doris Day) and their four small children - affectionately referred to as "The Monsters." A move to the country becomes the answer to their problems. But when Larry's New York schedule – and ego – starts running riot, Kate decides to take action.

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Tuesday, June 28 8:15 a.m. Island pickup 8:25 a.m. Woodlands pickup 8:35 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup 2:00 p.m. approximate return Cost: $14.00 (lunch on your own) There is always something new at the Naples Museum of Art. This summer two of the new exhibits are Tuscany: Wandering the Back Roads and Florida Contemporary.

Sign-up required for this activity. Call Island (454-2282) or Woodlands (454-2054) Selected pieces from the Museum’s permanent collection will also be on display, and of course they have a special gift shop too.

During lunch at the award-winning Naples Tomato, you will be impressed with the interesting Italian menu that features lunches ranging from $8 to $15. This is a cool field trip for a warm summer day.

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Tuesday, June 28 10:15 a.m.

Social Center/IS Bill Saunders (Turban), an avid bird enthusiast for nearly a quarter century, is back to share a presentation filled with colorful birds and plumes. Based on his expedition to Panama, Bill will narrate the beautiful pictures of parrots, motmots, toucans, and more!

Special event bus will be running

Library Book Talk

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Tuesday, June 28 2:15 p.m.

Social Center/IS If you enjoy reading about interesting individuals, you are going to love the June Library Book Talk. Harriet Reece (Junonia) has been scouring the Shell Point Library in recent weeks and has discovered some wonderful biographies. She will be presenting her findings in an afternoon presentation entitled: Lives That Linger: Biographies at Their Best. Refreshments will be served. All Shell Point residents and their friends are invited to attend.

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Name that Bride (and Groom) Wednesday, June 29 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Resident Activity Center/IS Join in the celebration of nuptials by viewing a collection of photographs featuring your Shell Point friends and neighbors on their wedding days. Looking only at a picture, it is up for you to decide who the bride and groom actually are! You will see firsthand how some people have changed dramatically, while others appear exactly the way they looked when they first said, “I do!” This display will be available all day.

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support groups Cancer Support 1-on-1 mentoring The goal of this resident-led program is to establish group mentoring connections between newly diagnosed cancer patients and cancer survivors. Contact Barbara Maruchi (Lakewood) at 433–9488.

Cancer Support Group Wednesday, June 1, at 1:30 p.m.

Osprey Room/ IS All are encouraged to attend the residentled Cancer Support Group. The intent is for a meaningful and uplifting session. Contact Barbara Maruchi (Lakewood) at 433-9488, Reta Ariss (Turban) at 433-4139, or Don Wilson (Turban) at 466-3953.

someone with a memory disorder in independent living, assisted living, or skilled nursing. The June 14 meeting will discuss how to deal with adult children, siblings and others who want to help. June 28 will cover mood disturbances in both dementia patients and their caregivers. Pre-registration is required, please contact Mardee Lader at 415-5435.

Diabetes Group Appointment Friday, June 1, at 1:00 p.m.

Social Center/IS Both insulin and non-insulin diabetics are encouraged to attend this meeting. Each monthly meeting covers a different topic and includes open discussion.

Caregiver Support Group Therapy Tuesday, June 14 at 10:30 a.m.

2nd Fl. Medical Center Conf. Room/IS Tuesday, June 28, at 10:30 a.m.

Education Rm. Rehabilitation Center/IS This therapeutic group is aimed at helping residents deal with issues of being a caregiver for

Healing Journey Grief Support Healing Journey is on break throughout the summer. Please contact Dotty Morrison (Cellana) at 337-4015 if you or a friend is in need of grief support.

Masked Marvels Sleep Apnea Support Group The purpose of this group is to bring awareness and support to those dealing with the challenges of sleep apnea. Contact Larry Chrouch (Eagles Preserve) at 481-7188.

Parkinson’s Support Group Monday, June 6, at 10:15 a.m.

Village Church Hospitality Room/IS This group provides support to Parkinson’s patients, as well as their family and friends.

Contact Janine Hammond, case manager, at 454-2186.

Walk With Me Support Group Thursday, June 23, coffee and dessert at 1:30 p.m., meeting at 1:45 p.m.

Hospitality Room/IS Share your caregiver experiences with friends. Embrace spiritual support and renew inner strength. Contact Joyce Seckinger (Lucina) for more information at 466-1354.

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embers of the Shell Point staff are always seeking opportunities to improve the quality of services and products offered throughout the community. Recently, it was brought to our attention that there was an opportunity to streamline the communication of Resident Updates and In Loving Memory notices by removing them from Shell Point Life magazine and inserting them in the Weekly Reminder. Thus, the Weekly Reminder was redesigned to provide more up-to-date announcements in a more convenient format.

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This issue of Shell Point Life does not include the listing of Resident Updates or In Loving Memory notices. Those updates will now be available in the newly designed Weekly Reminder that will be inserted in resident mailboxes on June 3.

“By including the Resident Updates and In Loving Memory notices in the Weekly Reminder, the updates will be available on a more regular basis,” explained Lynn Schneider, assistant vice president of marketing and communications. “Furthermore, those updates are intended for our Shell Point resident audience, not the general public. With Shell Point Life magazine gaining more wide-spread distribution, this change will ensure that resident updates remain in the hands of the intended audience – Shell Point residents.”

Time for Change

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glance at all of the day’s happenings.

Over the years, however, the amount of activities and volunteer groups has grown. In addition, the program offerings from Resort Services, The Academy, and the Fine and Performing Arts Series have also increased. At the height of season Shell Point offers on average 33 events a day!

When Weekly Reminder editor Tom Frackenpohl one day stated, “The font is getting awfully small and the pages are starting to read like a novel,” it was apparent that a need for change was arising.

The new Weekly Reminder format will include a more vibrant front page that will highlight upcoming programs, changes to regularly scheduled programs, and volunteer opportunities. The daily line-up will be in the middle section of the publication.

The line-up of program information will now include the basic time, program name, and place. If you are in need of the name and phone number of a specific group leader or more information on a group, please call either service desk and the answers will be provided.

The closing page will include new information each week, including the Resident Updates and In Loving Memory

notices. Also, phone numbers and times of operation formally listed in the Weekly Reminder will now be published in the Resident Roster. A new roster will be distributed in July 2011.

Monthly Inserts

The Weekly Reminder will have monthly inserts that will include the Birthday and Anniversary list, Library New Acquisitions, and the Shopper. “Turning these monthly flyers into inserts for the Weekly Reminder will increase mailroom productivity while reducing cost,” explained Justin Schiff, warehouse purchasing manager.

Shell Point staff members are always looking for ways to provide superior service and deliver wonderful care while satisfying the needs of the residents. The new Weekly Reminder is a perfect example of the exemplary standards at Shell Point.

LARSEN PAVILION Thu......2 ......RC Meeting (3AR)............................................10:00 a.m.

Thu......2 ......Residents Birthday Parties (2/3AR) .................. 2:30 p.m.

Mon....6 ......Sing-A-Long with Dot (2AR) ..........................10:00 a.m.

Mon ....6 ......Music Trio (3AR) ..............................................10:15 a.m.

Tue ......7 ......Ruth Rodgers, Piano (3AR) ..............................10:00 a.m.

Tue ......7 ......Johnny Johnson, Key board (2AR) ..................10:00 a.m.

Thu......9 ......Michael Anthony, Guitar (3AR)........................2:30 a.m.

Mon....13 ....Sing-A-Long with Dot (2AR) ..........................10:00 a.m.

Tue......14 ....Ruth Rodgers, Piano (3AR) ..............................10:00 a.m.

King’s Crown residents at the Ford Edison Estate

Wed....15 ....Bill Harris, Keyboard (3AR)................................2:30 p.m.

Thu ....16 ....Under The Sea Dinner (Main Dining Room) ..4:00 p.m.

June Events KING’S CROWN Thu ....2 ....On the Waterways (SCR) ...................................... 7:00 p.m.

Fri ......3 ....Lunch Trip to Elephant Bar Restaurant (L) ........ 10:15 a.m.

Fri ......3 ....Shell Point Card Sale (GS)....................................11:30 a.m.

Sat ......4 ....Leslie Gregory, harpist (DR) ..................................12:00 p.m.

Mon....6 ....Shopping Trip to Wal-Mart (L) ..............................9:00 a.m.

Mon....6 ....June Birthdays & Songs To Remember (COM) ....2:00 p.m.

Tue......7 ....Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (SCR) ................2:00 p.m.

Thu ....9 ....Cruise the S.S. King’s Crown (DR) ....................4-6:30 p.m.

Mon .. 13 ..On Golden Pond (SCR) ........................................ 2:00 p.m.

Tue .... 14 ..Red, White & Blue Dessert Buffet (DR) ..........11-1:00 p.m.

Tue .... 14 ..Songs of Summer w/ Vicki Lei (COM) ................ 2:00 p.m.

Thu....16....Father’s Day Cookout (COM) .............................. 4:30 p.m.

Fri ......17....Sunset at the Causeway Trip (L)............................ 7:15 p.m.

Sat ....18....Music by Tom Cannon (COM) ............................ 1:00 p.m.

Sun ....19....Father’s Day Buffet (DR) ....................................11-1:00 p.m.

Sun ....19....Movie: Father of the Bride (SCR)............................ 2:00 p.m.

Mon ..20....Resident Council (COM) ...................................... 2:00 p.m.

Mon ..20....Golden Road Quartet (COM) .............................. 6:30 p.m.

Tue ....21....Food Advisory (DR) .............................................. 2:30 p.m.

Tue ....21....Celebrate Summer (COM) .................................... 6:30 p.m.

Thu....23....Tune Toppers Music (COM).................................. 2:00 p.m.

Mon ..27....Bunko w/ Inga & Friends (COM) ........................ 6:30 p.m.

Tue ....28....Erie Canal (SCR).................................................... 2:00 p.m.

Sat ......18 ....Tom Cannon, Piano (2AR) ................................2:30 p.m.

Mon....20 ....Music Trio (3AR) ..............................................10:15 a.m.

Mon....20 ....Music with Dot (2AR) ......................................10:00 a.m.

Tue......21 ....Ruth Rodgers, Piano (3AR) ............................ 10:00 a.m.

Mon....27 ....Music with Dot (2AR)...................................... 10:00 a.m.

Tue......28 ....Ruth Rodgers, Piano (3AR) ..............................10:00 a.m.

THE ARBOR Wed ....1 ......Birthday party w/Vicki Lei-keyboard (CMR) ....3:00 p.m.

Thu......2 ......Wii Games (2TD)................................................1:00 p.m.

Thu......2 ......Shirley Temple Movie: Heidi (1SR)....................1:00 p.m.

Fri ........3 ......Lunch Trip to Elephant Bar Restaurant (1FL) 10:00 a.m.

Mon ....6 ......The Membranous Croup(CMR) ........................2:30 p.m.

Tue ......7 ......Card Sales (1FL) ................................................11:45 a.m.

Thu......9 ......Wii Games (2TD)................................................1:00 p.m.

Thu......9 ......Shirley Temple: Just Around the Corner (1SR) ..1:00 p.m.

Mon....13 ....Graham Milligan Chorus (CMR) ......................3:00 p.m.

Tue......14 ....Last Resident Council until Sept. (CMR) ........2:00 p.m.

Wed....15 ....Ladies’ Pizza & Movie (1CK)(1SR)....................4:00 p.m.

Thu ....16 ....Wii Games (2TD)................................................1:00 p.m.

Thu ....16 ....Shirley Temple: The Little Colonel (1SR)............1:00 p.m.

Fri ......17 ....Sunset on the Beach (1FL)..................................7:00 p.m.

Wed....22 ....Leslie Gregory, harpist (1DR)..............................4:00 p.m.

Thu ....23 ....Wii Games (2TD)................................................1:00 p.m.

Thu ....23 ....Shirley Temple: Little Miss Broadway (1SR) ......1:00 p.m.

Mon....27 ....Lunch Trip to Pinchers Crab Shack (1FL) ......10:15 a.m.

Tue......28 ....Resident Food Advisory (CMR) ........................2:15 p.m.

Tue......28 ....Men’s Pizza & Movie (1CK)(1SR) ....................4:00 p.m.

Wed....29 ....Tune Toppers, trio (CMR) ..................................3:00 p.m.

Thu ....30 ....Wii Games (2TD)................................................1:00 p.m.

Thu ....30 ....Shirley Temple: The Little Princess (1SR) ..........1:00 p.m.

Thu ....30 ....Couples’ Date Night (1CK)(1SR)......................4:00 p.m.

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Hurricane Preparation

The Shell Point hurricane shelter provides residents with safe shelter from the high winds and driving rains associated with Florida’s tropical storms and hurricanes.

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Whether we like it or not, it’s once again time to begin preparing for hurricane season.

Hurricanes and the hurricane season are interesting and unpredictable things. Those who lived at Shell Point in 2004 remember all too well the event called Hurricane Charley and our time in the shelter during that event. The impact of that Category 4, 150-mph storm to the community was substantial and caused a great deal of difficulty for a number of people. We also remember 2005 when it seemed as if we were worrying about a new storm every week for the entire summer. While less impacting to us, we also remember Hurricane Wilma in 2005 that was a very strong storm which came ashore south of us and caused significant damage.

On the other hand, those of us who have been around for a while remember a stretch of a few decades when we had little or no hurricane activity in our area whatsoever. In fact, Prior to Hurricane Charley in 2004, Hurricane Donna was the last storm of any significance to impact Southwest Florida, and that occurred in 1960.

The point of these remembrances is that hurricanes and hurricane seasons are unpredictable situations. No matter how hard we try to predict how many there will be and where they will go, the truth is that we really don't know. That being the case, we must prepare each year so that we won’t be caught off guard should a hurricane come our way.

Fortunately, if a hurricane threatens the community, Shell Point residents have the benefit of on-site safety in the hurricane shelter, located on The Island. And while the hope is that the shelter will not be needed, it is still vital to be prepared.

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Resident Responsibilities

While the staff of Shell Point is committed to maintaining its duties of caring for, serving, and satisfying the needs of each and every resident in the event of an evacuation, each resident must also take part in ensuring their safety by preparing well in advance.

or valuables. Kits should be assembled in a small, zippered tote bag labeled with your contact information. With the knowledge that water will not be available for bathing, consider packing the following items:

A Sample Hurricane Kit

Comfortable Seating

If you don’t already have one, you should purchase either a folding chair or a cot to use in the hurricane shelter. As long as the chair is no more than 27 inches wide, and is lightweight and portable, you can choose any chair that feels comfortable to you. In the event of an evacuation, chairs and cots will likely be brought to the shelter in advance. Proper identification attached to the chair will help the crew with set-up and also help you locate the chair quickly when you reach the shelter.

Hurricane Shelter Kit

The Shell Point hurricane plan indicates that resident hurricane kits are to be transported to the shelter in advance of an actual evacuation, if time and circumstances allow. Therefore, the kits must not include any perishable food, beverages, medications,

Suggested Items for Your Shell Point Hurricane Kit: • Sanitary wipes • Disposable toothbrush / tooth wipes • Hand towel or wash cloth • Three-day supply of dietary needs • Full one-liter water bottle • Change of clothes • Flashlight and batteries • Small pillow • Entertainment materials Your Shell Point Hurricane Kit should be packed with the essential items you may need for 2 - 3 days.

Personal Medical Needs

Plan to bring medications and oxygen supplies with you during evacuation.

Portable oxygen tanks should be utilized during transportation to and from the shelter, and for time spent settling in to the shelter.

Following set up, emergency generators will be able to accommodate oxygen concentrators. The generator should also be able to accommodate residents who use CPAP machines. Emergency supplies of oxygen will be available in the event of a power or equipment failure.

Your Automobile

During evacuation, all residents are asked to leave their vehicles in their designated parking spaces. Transportation will be provided to and from the shelter. It is, however, a good practice to fill your gas tank in the days leading up to a possible evacuation.

For Your Pet

Shell Point pet owners have several options when it comes to caring for their pet during an evacuation. The first option is to organize off-site kenneling with a reputable kennel that is equipped to offer boarding services throughout the duration of a hurricane. The second option is to consider whether you have local friends or family members that may be willing to care for your pet. This would entail developing a plan to transport your pet well in advance of declining weather conditions.

The final option is to shelter your pet in the Shell Point designated pet shelter. This space is separate from the space that is designated for residents and would be made available only to those pets that are registered as Shell Point pets. Pet owners will not be able to spend time with their pets during an evacuation. While some assistance may be available, you may be required to transport your pet to the shelter, so please plan accordingly.

Detailed instructions will be provided in advance of a potential evacuation.

All pets in the Shell Point shelter must be housed in a sturdy pet carrier sufficiently sized to allow the pet enough room to stand and turn around comfortably. The carrier must be labeled with your contact information and should have a photograph of the pet taped to the outside, including details of any particular characteristics of the pet, such as temperament, required medications, dietary needs, etc. Your pet should also be wearing a name tag and, if possible, have an

identification chip installed under its skin.

Also provide the following:

Pet Shelter Items: • Plastic or unbreakable food dish • Water bowl or water “licker” dispenser • Pet food labeled with your name and your pet’s name • Leash and collar for walking dogs when weather and time allow • Litter for cats properly filled and sized for the carrier • Up-to-date rabies inoculation certificate for review by shelter management • Necessary medications

For additional information on pet sheltering, please contact Pat Cunningham of Resident Support Services at 454-2299.

Stock Up

It is important to stock up your home prior to hurricane season. Be sure to have drinking

water, non-perishable food, and a two-week supply of prescription medications. Considering the possibility of extended power outages, it is also recommended to have a battery-powered radio, a flashlight (not candles), and spare batteries. Residents requiring oxygen are encouraged to maintain a minimum three-day supply of oxygen in their apartments throughout the hurricane season to help compensate for any weather related shortages that may occur.

Plan for Success

Remember, proper planning is essential for a safe and successful evacuation. As a general rule, all items intended for use in the shelter must be labeled with your name and court.

Proper identification of all items will allow for an expedient and organized set up of the shelter. It will also ensure that all items are returned to their proper owners. After the storm passes, and once everyone is cleared to leave the shelter, you should take all medications, oxygen supplies, keys, flashlights, and your purse or wallet with you when you leave the shelter. Please contact your court representative with any questions.

“It pays to plan ahead. It wasn't raining when Noah built the ark.” ~ Anonymous

Are You Prepared?

Hurricane Seminars Offer Vital Information Each year, it’s important to attend Shell Point’s Annual Hurricane Seminar to understand the updates to policies and procedures, know the plan for a possible evacuation, and prepare for potential harsh weather conditions.

In addition to planning for personal safety in the event of a hurricane, pet owners need to be prepared to ensure the safety of their furry friends. Learn about the details of the process of evacuation to the shelter, where pets will be housed, items needed for the pet shelter and more. There will also be displays and a time for questions.

Annual Hurricane Seminar

Pet Owner Hurricane Seminar

Wednesday June 1 • 10:30 a.m.

Church Auditorium

Thursday June 23 • 10:00 a.m.

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This river’s source is the lachrymal glands over each eye and behind the eyelid.

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This waterway is as old as we are. At birth an infant leaves the womb with healthy crying, heralding the first expulsion of air by little lungs, and soon after…tears.

Years later, when a son or daughter graduates, there are joyful tears. When they

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leave home there are more tears. Then there are tears at the weddings and births of grandchildren. Tears, tears, tears!

Life wears thin after fleeting days and furrowed brows, and the river runs again in the face of loss. But as believers in Jesus Christ we have the promise that one day the tears will be gone with the last of earth’s sorrows and the beginning of heaven’s joys. At that time the Savior will wipe away every tear from our eyes.

Blessing of the Hands Meaningful Ceremony Thanks Pavilion Caregivers In a casual encounter, hands don’t normally attract as much attention as facial expressions, clothing, and dialogue.

And yet each day, it is the hands of the staff members that provide healing services to residents in the Larsen Pavilion.

Last month, the department of spiritual services launched the Larson Pavilion’s celebration of National Nursing Home Week with a Blessing of the Hands ceremony in the Steinbach Chapel. “The ceremony recognizes the value and sacredness of the work contributed by every person charged with providing for the welfare of those committed to their care,” explained chaplain Sue Stranahan.

Employees from a variety of disciplines including nursing, dietary, administration, physical and occupational therapy, housekeeping, and the pharmacy gathered to receive the blessing.

“What a unique opportunity to recognize that God accomplishes his work in his world through the use of our hands, be it through patient care, meal preparation, cleaning rooms, or taking care of administrative tasks,” shared employee chaplain Don Steenhoek.

Thank you to the staff of the Larsen Pavilion who pledged their hands in the ministry of service to others.

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Left: Employee chaplain Don Steenhoek. Above: Assistant chaplains Bonny Palmquist, Elaine Nesselroade, and Gail Krauss with Sue Stranahan (third from left), director of spiritual services.

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The gentle yet poignant notes of music that are sung or played instrumentally are an art form which truly refreshes the soul. Music in its raw form can stir emotions and lend itself to feelings exposed. At their spring concert, The Shell Point Singers, under the direction of Randy Woods, minister of worship and music for The Village Church, demonstrated this fine art form to its fullest with a program, entitled, Music of the Masters.

The Shell Point Singers rose to the occasion in this tribute to musical geniuses, including, Bach, Faure, Mozart, Schubert, Rossini, Copeland, Rutter, Beethoven, and Williams.

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With pianist Nonnie Lett (Parkwood), and organist Calvin Johansson (Cameo) accompanying the 80+ singers, voices punctuated the auditorium like colorful paintings. Leopold Stokowski, an orchestral conductor said it best, “A painter paints pictures on canvas, but musicians paint their pictures on silence.”

Laughter and awe also expressed the audiences’ response to this concert of fine art. This was proven when Dot Beard (Cellana) and Nonnie Lett (Parkwood) sang Duetto Buffo Di Due Gratti, where they simply “meowed” at one another in melodramatic competition. New resident, Jacquie Boyce (Rosemont) made her debut

during the show. The emotion of true love was felt as she so beautifully sang Puccini’s aria, O Mio Babbino.

All singers are to be commended for a fine performance and recognized for their gift of fine art to the Shell Point community.

Music is certainly an art form that contributes to a healthy body, soul, and spirit.

FOSTERING POSITIVE FUTURES

Local Center Provides Support for Young Women in Crisis Pregnancy Situations For 15 years Lifeline Family Center in Cape Coral has been providing young women in crisis pregnancy a safe home and learning environment, enabling them to bring a new life into the world with a sense of hope and potential. The two-year Christian residential program prepares teen moms with educational and job training, professional counseling, parenting classes, and spiritual direction - enabling them and their babies to become God-dependent, selfsupporting, contributing members of society.

When a girl first arrives at Lifeline Family Center, she is asked to share her dreams of the

future and then a team of dedicated staff seek to guide her in a direction to make some of those dreams come true. A residential program offers teens an opportunity to live in a family atmosphere with dedicated house-parents during this lifechanging time.

Sara and Anthony Rodriguez joined Lifeline in 2005, serving as house-parents for five years before Sara became the Outreach Ministry Coordinator and Assistant Program Director. Her responsibilities include counseling clients, facilitating a Healing Hearts Post – Abortion Ministry, interviewing potential residents, and securing volunteers.

WOMEN’S MINISTRIES

Sara will be sharing her passion for the ministry of the Lifeline Family Center at the Women’s Ministries’ June Global Outreach event. A teen mom who has found new hope from the ministry, along with her precious baby, will accompany Sara as she gives an overview of the residential program. She will then elaborate on the outreach and Healing Hearts ministries.

Join Sara, and others for this program, on Wednesday, June 15, at 10:15 a.m. in the Hospitality Room at the Village Church.

Enjoy an encouraging look at a local ministry that is making a difference.

Refreshments will be served. An offering will be given to Lifeline Family Center to enable them to purchase new towels for the home.

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Summer Rates In Effect At

Shell Point Guest House

Summer is a splendid time to welcome guests for a visit to Southwest Florida. And now, in addition to beautiful weather, there is another incentive to encourage your visitors to plan a trip to Shell Point – throughout the summer, the Shell Point Guest House will be extending the resident rate to all family and friends of residents.

Extended Discount

Right now, family and friends of Shell Point residents receive a 10% discount off the daily rate.

A discount is also provided to members of AAA, AARP, and guests who wish to stay longer than 30 days.

The Guest House at Shell Point offers 29 rooms that include two double beds, in-room coffee service, hairdryers, and cable TV, as well as easy access to onsite dining in the Crystal Room and Island Café. The beautiful swimming pool on The Island is a favorite

Visitors enjoy comfortable rooms, tropical ambiance, and access to a variety of dining venues and other amenities.

Service with a smile — Guest House supervisor Susan Harclerode is available to help guests make a reservation. Call Susan at (239) 454-2123.

gathering place to catch some Florida sunshine! Numerous other amenities are just a step away from the Guest House.

Positive Experience

Ann Wharton (Cameo) explained, “I absolutely adore the Guest House and my family raves about it. The cleanliness is unmatched; they really keep it pristine.”

Ann lives in a one-bedroom deluxe and uses the Guest House as “an extension of Grandma’s house” when her family visits.

She continued, “When it comes to convenience, you can’t beat the Guest House.

You don’t have to have a car to access all of

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to the Great Jazz Orchestras by the Dan McMillion Jazz Orchestra.

Come enjoy the Crossroads Quartet as they present a highly anticipated new vocal quartet performance, steeped in the tradition of the Barbershop genre.

The comfortable guest rooms, tropical ambiance, and amenities of The Island – along with the close proximity to Sanibel Island and Fort Myers Beach – are sure to provide a restful and recreational time for all who stay at the Guest House. To make a reservation please call (239) 454-2123 or e-mail guesthouse@shellpoint.org.

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Reiko, and Friends - A Night of Favorite Classical & Pops Reiko has served as con-

July 22 Crossroads Quartet

Make a Reservation

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Dan McMillion Jazz Orchestra Join us for a tribute

the amenities that are available right on The Island. It truly makes it easy to play hostess, because I don’t have to worry about meals and entertainment – it’s all right here!”

cert master for six orchestras and is one of the most prominent freelance violinists in the country.

Purchase the series of three concerts for $35 or individual concerts for $15.

Call (239) 454-2067 to order tickets today!

Concert Series