Shell Point Life September 2016

Septmeber 2016 September Vol. 11 Issue 9

OUT & ABOUT

A new interactive map helps visitors & residents navigate the Shell Point campus

HEALTHY SPACE

Island Fitness Center gets a makeover

Mind Matters EXAMINING THOSE WHO MAKE LEARNING A WAY OF LIFE

Thinking Out Loud

“Apply your HEART to instruction and your EARS to words of knowledge.” =

By Mary Kay Grimaldi Words, words, words…my

mencement speech to this year’s

husband claims that I’m full

graduates of Lansing Community

of them. But as any writer knows,

College, which he founded in

words aren’t much good unless you

Michigan’s state capital 60 years ago

use them properly, and maybe with a

(pages 3-7).

little flair. What I found when writ-

This month’s Nature’s Notebook

ing this month’s “Brain Games” story (pages

story by Landscaping Manager Steve Morton

8-9), is that I could learn much by broaden-

cooks up appreciation for the maturing

ing my approach to word knowledge.

cypress strand near the golf course hole #10

When resident Terry Hall (Nautilus)

(page 20), and Joy Ellyn Ryan (Junonia)

offered to contribute a crossword puzzle

touts the benefits of essential oils therapy

for the magazine, I knew it was the cor-

to eradicate her pains (page 33).

rect answer to satisfy fans who suggested

As a way to give back or even pay it

we include even more mental stimulation.

forward, generous assisted living residents

Read the story on pages 10-14, then test

delivered fresh flowers to their friends liv-

your wits as I did by completing the puzzle

ing at the Larsen Pavilion (back cover).

on page 15. Without giving away any solu-

Learn how to take an online tour of the

tions, I learned a few new esoteric words

Shell Point campus (page 36), and sign up

to share at home.

now for the fall semester of the Academy

Meet Joyce Crone (Sundial), on pages 16-18, to see how she enticed tweens to tackle their tomes. Phil Gannon

of Lifelong Learning, which starts in September (pages 22-23).

ECLAT! What’s your word of the day?

(Rosemont) shared messages from his com-

On

the

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Exercise can be fun, as well as beneficial to your health. Nautilus resident Terry Hall constructed a crossword puzzle – Shell Point version – as an entertaining workout for your brain. See pages 10-14, with the puzzle on page 15.

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Phil Gannon (Rosemont) was the president of Lansing Community College from 1964 to 1989. He was invited to deliver the commencement speech to the graduating class of 2016.

Commencement Address Affirms Community College Coming of Age

By Mary Kay Grimaldi

J

oining the ranks near Medicare-qualified maturity, hundreds of community colleges across the country now are celebrating more than a half century of higher education, primarily twoyear public institutions that provide job training for the technically minded.

Community colleges became a national network in the 1960s, as 457 opened that decade – doubling the total in existence previously. Baby boomers fueled enrollment growth, representing more than half the nation’s undergraduates by the year 2000.

In 2016, Lansing Community College (LCC) in Michigan noted both its 60th anniversary and the return of its founder and first president. Rosemont resident Dr. Philip J. Gannon was invited to give the commencement address on May 15 for a throng of 5,000 graduates, faculty, board members, family, and guests, sharing his ideals about the educational institution he created.

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Municipal Purpose In the mid-1950s, the Lansing area was home to the former Oldsmobile automotive brand, however Michigan’s state capital metro area was facing a serious problem – there was a growing need for skilled trades workers, but locally there was a significant lack of training available.

As a Michigan State University graduate student and staff member of the Kellogg Center’s urban support unit, Phil was hired to conduct a study, which proved the need for a technical college.

Hence the rise of this pioneering concept focused on educational buzzwords critical for even today’s learners: science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM), taught in close proximity to industry, businesses, and the people they serve.

A quarter century after forming LCC, as a member of the International/Intercultural Consortium of the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, Phil wrote in the April 1983 issue of the Community and Junior College Journal: “The gap between work and education is expected to narrow as more and more of the work force continues to participate in learning experiences throughout its lifetime… There is a need across our society to become functionally literate in the areas of the new sciences and technology. This need may very well be a major responsibility of the community colleges.”

Recently revisiting this bedrock of learning, Phil shared with the LCC Lookout student newspaper his gratification that LCC was the first college in the nation to offer telephone-based online registration; and its libraries had computerized catalogues, which replaced the old card catalog system with a computer link able to access more than 2,000 libraries in the country, including the U.S. Library of Congress.

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In May, Phil Gannon (Rosemont) was presented the key to the city of Lansing, Michigan, for having founded and served as long-term president of the local community college.

tions like Historically Black Colleges and Universities and sister colleges in Asia, Germany, and Mexico. “I treasure the creativity, intellectual drive, commitment, and dedication of the faculty and administrators who set up these programs,” he said.

The World Turns Today, community colleges serve a different market, Phil explained, with the growth in service businesses, especially healthcare. “You’ll find this similar situation in most urban areas,” he said. “Campus renovations are connecting classrooms with high-tech sectors, such as LCC’s new stateof-the-art Aviation Center and computer science labs, even training for city police and fire fighters.”

Since LCC opened in 1957 with 425 students, it has grown to become the third largest among Michigan’s 28 community colleges, with four satellite campuses serving more than 20,000 students.

Because of a multifaceted effort, “LCC became a symbol of hope, a career pathway for students, and a catalyst that shaped our lives in a most positive way,” Phil noted in a letter to friends, family, and colleagues.

Acknowledgement from U.S. Senator

Gary Peters on LCC’s 60th anniversary marked Phil’s involvement in the formation of the college and his years serving as its first president: “Lansing Community College has stood as a pillar of education and as a foundation in the community since your work began in 1957.

“From its role of offering a wide range of collegiate courses and early college programs, to its involvement in providing the community with arts, culture, and athletics, to specializing in career and workforce development, and additionally spreading its educational wealth across continents, LCC has played not only a huge role in the midMichigan area, but also the world.

“LCC offers an option of lifelong education and the opportunity for anyone from various walks of life to begin their college education and career path. Your work in founding this educational resource has enhanced this community and enriched its culture by setting a precedent for excellence and equal opportunity.”

Lansing Community College became a critical part of the downtown landscape, supporting a range of industries from General Motors to the Michigan State Highway Department. The college’s physical struc-

In 1966, the LCC campus was changed forever by construction of the Arts and Sciences Building. Phil is pictured at the far right in this groundbreaking photo.

tures are a tangible representation that further reinforce LCC’s commitment to the community as a higher education and workforce training leader.

In 1966, the campus was forever changed by construction of the Arts and Sciences Building, which expanded the college’s initial curriculum. Then, in 2007, the board of trustees honored Phil, as president of the college from 1964 through 1989, by naming a building in his honor.

The Gannon Building, built in 1976, stretches for three blocks along Grand

Avenue, and houses the parking ramp, classrooms, physical education facilities, and admission and registration offices. The board’s resolution reads in part: “[Philip J. Gannon] dedicated his every effort to creating one of the most innovative and diversified community colleges in the nation; provided strong and responsive leadership in guiding the college to the highly respected position it holds today, at state, national, and international levels; and, with foresight and perception, guided the college toward the highest standards in career and technological programs, as well as its outstanding transfer programs.”

Global

Integration In 1981, the governor of Michigan invited Phil to lead a goodwill mission to a sister-state, Shiga Prefecture in Japan.

The local Biwako Keihan Company was developing a modern Mississippi Riverstyle steamboat to cruise Lake Biwa, and proposed a one-year work/study program for LCC students.

After several meetings, the college president and the company president shook hands, giving their word to proceed with this cross-cultural experience. The program continued over 25 years, affecting several hundred students and faculty, who benefit-

ted from credit transfers and stipends for tuition, transportation, and living expenses.

In a related effort, Phil authored a book in 1985 on the educational system of the Republic of Korea as a service of the International Education Activities Group of the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers, guiding the academic placement of students in U.S. institutions.

“While working and visiting with the people of the Republic of Korea, I have studied their educational system and society,” Phil wrote in the book’s preface. “I have come to admire their perseverance and their ability to develop a unique culture.

“As an educator, I was intrigued by the fact that United States citizens of Korean birth were able, in a very short period of time, to adapt to the culture of the United States and make major contributions as professionals and business people. Their children, on the average, have performed scholastically above the norm in our educational system.”

After retiring from LCC in 1989, Phil created Global Horizons, Inc., an international consulting firm, providing scholastic advice to the Ministers of Education in China, Hungary, Japan, Korea, the United Arab Emirates, and Vietnam, among others.

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Right: A new campus store called “Phil’s” opened in the Gannon Building at Lansing Community College in 2014 in honor of its founder and first president, offering branded apparel, accessories, and gifts that share a pride in the Michigan state capital: “One Lansing.”

Below: The Gannon Building, built and named for him in 1976, houses classrooms, admisinistration offices, and other services.

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Humble Roots Phil was born in Detroit in 1922. “I never met my father,” he said. “In desperation, my mother returned to her family for temporary shelter. Her parents introduced her to Dr. Turner, a medical doctor who was also a minister of the Four Square Gospel Church. He became her spiritual advisor and made it possible for her to survive; she became a strong and committed Christian, living her life as God directed her.”

After dropping in and out of high school, Phil graduated from Detroit Northern High School. “Pop Blanchard was my counselor and home room teacher.

Also a minister and Albion College alum, he took me under his wing and guided me as my surrogate dad,” Phil said.

“Pop reformed my character, applying Christian principles that changed my life.”

Phil later earned a B.A. degree from Albion College, and M.A. and Ph.D. degrees from Michigan State University. He received the

Phil served as Commanding Officer of an Anti-Submarine Helicopter Squadron, before retiring in 1978 as a captain in the U.S. Naval Reserve.

Distinguished Alumnus Award from Albion College in 1971, as well as from Michigan State University in 1990.

“It seems I always wanted to learn how to fly,” Phil said, “and my first opportunity came right after Pearl Harbor. The U.S. Navy advertised that, if you were a high school graduate and could pass the academic test and a flight physical, you would be accepted into flight training. I passed and started at age 19; it was a 25-year career, both as an active-duty pilot and officer, and as a pilot in the Ready Reserve on 72-hour recall, flying fleet aircraft on weekends and cruising with the Navy once a year.

“When I retired after being a squadron commander with four stripes, I fully realized that I had not been a Top Gun warrior, or even a particularly gifted pilot. But I was pleased that the Navy had allowed me to be a part of the varsity team. My country gave me this wonderful education, and further instilled in me the understanding of what honor and duty meant.”

(Read about the ultralight experimental airplane that Phil and Lois Gannon built, featured in the June 2008 issue of Shell Point Life magazine, available online at www.shellpoint.net/shellpointlife.)

Building a L ife Together Phil and Lois Gannon (Rosemont) recently celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary, spending time with their three children (who are all honor graduates of LCC), and three generations of immediate family. After traveling down “Memory Lane,” touring landmarks in Lansing and places where they had lived, they headed further north in Michigan to enjoy their cabin on Long Lake near Traverse City.

Son Mike, who lives in Hong Kong, arranged a $100,000 “Second Chance” Scholarship fund at Lansing Community

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College in his parents’ honor, since both were lifetime educators. This funding will provide support to mature LCC students with academic potential deserving a second opportunity at academic and career success.

Complementing Phil’s long career,

Lois specialized in teaching reading and basic literacy. The endowment agreement described her as “the epitome of a First Lady on the campus of LCC – refined, well educated … superbly organized, and gracious in all public and private occasions.”

Moving to Shell Point in 2001 was an opportunity for the Gannons to spend meaningful time in a Christian environment.

Phil and Lois are members of The Village Church, and involved in line dancing, photography, and acrylic painting, library talks, and Academy of Lifelong Learning classes, including teaching “A Tale of Two Cities – Detroit and Singapore: Success, Tragedy, and Failure.”

May Day Message “On that Saturday afternoon in May when the chairman of the board of trustees introduced me to the LCC graduates, faculty, former colleagues, and my family, along with 5,000 other guests, I wondered how a boy off the streets of Detroit could have accomplished this. How had God taken this reluctant Christian and guided him through his life, allowing him to make this contribution that touched others in a way that was helpful and positive?” Phil pondered.

“At the end, the standing ovation seemed to go on forever. In all my life, something like this had never happened. It was a moment like no other. How do I say thanks, and tell the audience how deeply I felt? I turned to my written speech and gave my commencement address, with a memory that will be with me the rest of my years.”

Phil shared several educational principles among his words of wisdom honoring the class of 2016, sharing stories of how and why he became involved with Lansing Community College. “It was interesting preparing a talk for graduates who may have a hard time recalling details of WWII, which was a major event for my generation,” he said. “So I shared humorous stories that were significant in setting principles of educational theory and ethical values.”

He emphasized the early commitment

for these programs to meet the needs of both students and industry. He recalled an exceptional and gifted mathematics teacher, Miss Witcher, whose love for students and understanding of math theory was part of her DNA. “Each of those [first, fulltime] 77 students became an individual project for Miss Witcher to analyze, to encourage, and to build within them a mathematical background that would be helpful in successfully completing a year of calculus,” he recounted.

“Learning is the constant, and time is the variable. Miss Witcher’s classroom and tutorials were a joy to behold, filled with creativity, risk-taking, humility, and resilience.”

Looking Back “Be aware that there may be unintended consequences regarding your opinions and decisions.” Phil learned this lesson that played out during his long tenure at LCC, and shared it during his commencement address. The story starts on a fall day in the ‘60s, as a group of students assembled to protest how college administrators failed to heed their demands for lower tuition and book costs.

President Gannon surreptitiously joined the rally, shouting “Right on!” in agreement with the crowd. He was ultimately discovered, and then he invited them all to the cafeteria for a free cup of coffee and a

chat. After that, the student leader became actively involved with the president in school activities, eventually moving on to the University of Michigan and graduating with a degree in political science.

“About 20 years later I received a surprising call from the White House,” said Phil. It was from this former student leader who was a staff member for President Ronald Reagan. Apparently, officials had reviewed Phil’s article on “Future Outlook: World Class Colleges Coming,” which forecast the increasing interdependence of nations and a global curriculum.

“He asked if I would be interested in serving on the National Advisory Board of International Education,” Phil said. “You never know how your past actions with people might influence what will happen in your future.”

“These last several months have been some of the most emotional and insightful of my life,” he reflected, “from the trip up north for commencement, then a family reunion, and our return home to Shell Point to celebrate our 66th anniversary and my 94th birthday.

“I had time to analyze more deeply about the purpose and direction of my life, and the influence of my spiritual beliefs … but that’s another story for another time,” he promised. n

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ince they took the country by storm in 1913, cruciverbalists have been touting the benefits of crossword puzzles for mental acuity and good old-fashioned entertainment.

“Working your brain, and staying intellectually active, helps keep your mind engaged and sharp,” said Dr. Chris Votolato, director of the Shell Point Behavioral Health program.

In a report by the Stanford Center on Longevity, published in October 2014 and titled “A Consensus on the Brain Training Industry from the Scientific Community,” the authors found that “cognitive training produces statistically significant improvement in practiced skills that sometimes extends to improvement on other cognitive tasks…

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“Those who live cognitively active, socially connected lives and maintain healthy lifestyles are less likely to suffer debilitating illness and early cognitive decline in their golden years…”

One way to boost memory and mental agility at Shell Point is to attend the Health Connection Brain Boot Camp program, next scheduled for Monday, September 12, at 10:15 a.m. in the Social Center on the Island.

Additional classes will be held in November, January, and March.

“This is a combination of lecture-based discussion with interactive tasks (individually or as a group) that test your body and mind,” said Michelle Tompkins,

manager of Resort Services and Wellness, whose fitness team coordinates these sessions, which attract 30-40 participants.

“Each program might include trivia games and brain teasers, like riddles and word scrambles, or other cognitive drills, such as physically stacking red cups as fast as possible to improve hand/ eye coordination.”

“As we age, it’s important to think out of the box,” she said.

“Change your routine by taking a different route or switching hands. Brain Boot Camp will help you adapt to new or unfamiliar situations, and exercise your most important organ.”

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mong the many health benefits of crossword puzzles and any kind of brain games, from Sudoku and bridge, to juggling and learning sign language or French:

Solving problems It’s said that musicians, mathematicians, computer programmers, and scientists are best at crossword puzzles because those fields share a common practice of looking at encoded information and translating it into something meaningful.

Improving Verbal Skills Research has shown that doing a daily crossword puzzle benefits your verbal skills.

Even if you can’t finish it, you’ll figure out what different words mean as you solve each clue.

Seeing patterns Patterns give our lives structure

Learning facts

and explain how different

Crossword puzzles are like

objects are interconnected.

trivia solitaire, and are often a handy conversation starter.

Having fun These games are no-frills,

Finding your flow

portable, inexpensive fun.

Puzzles allow us to lose ourselves for a little while, spending a few minutes each day doing an activity that takes us completely out of our daily stresses and routines.

Feeling accomplished There’s nothing quite like that feeling you get when suddenly the answer you’ve been seeking becomes crystal clear. That’s the ‘aha’ moment that makes puzzles so addictive.

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Rewards for Sorting

Alphabet Soup

BY MARY KAY GRIMALDI

“Xword riddler” (14 letters) Answer: CRUCIVERBALIST (a designer or aficionado of crossword puzzles)

C

rossword puzzles are the granddaddy of word games, and wordplay is integral to solving the clues to beat this intellectual challenge. As many know, the goal is to insert the appropriate letters in horizontal and vertical boxes within a grid … unscrambling an alphabet soup.

But tricky clues in an ideal puzzle provide a well-balanced test of vocabulary and knowledge, ranging from classical subjects like literature, art, music, mythology, history, and geography, to modern subjects like movies, TV, sports, brand names, and celebrities in the news.

Nautilus resident Terry Hall has constructed more than 400 crossword puzzles for books, magazines, and newspapers, publishing several volumes filled with brain

teasers, along with help from an occasional co-author, his wife Karen.

He strives to make the puzzle conform to the rigorous New York Times standards for symmetry and cluing. Many of Terry’s creations feature religious or Bible-related themes.

“I constructed my first puzzles on graph paper in the early ‘80s,” Terry said, explaining it was a special request by a local Wheaton, Illinois, publisher, Scripture Press. “So I took a crash course, studying The Complete Cruciverbalist; Or How to Solve and Compose Crossword Puzzles for Fun and Profit by Stanley A. Kurzban (1981).”

After that, Terry became hooked, and later joined a group called Cruciverb-L. “In this constructors group, we discuss as much about solving puzzles as sharing ideas

for building better clues. It’s easy to make a difficult puzzle to solve, but the easier the puzzle is to solve, the harder it is to design,” said Terry, who has ventured into simpler vocabulary puzzles, word searches, and maze puzzles, like “The Great Turkey Hunt” for the Moody Bible Institute’s Kids! magazine (see page 14).

“Sudoku is not for me; I’d rather work with words than numbers,” he said. “Many crossword regulars keep a list of recurring words they find in puzzles. It’s called ‘crossword-ese,’ as words appear that are not commonly used in everyday life, such as Greek gods, foreign rivers, or ancient coins. I work hard not to use those in my puzzles.”

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Solving Clues

Terry was born in Meadville, Pennsylvania, then moved to Illinois for undergraduate training at Wheaton College and North Central College in Naperville, before earning a master of Theology degree, with a major in Christian Education, from Dallas Theological Seminary.

Through college, Terry worked as a professional photographer, then served as an ordained minister at the West Suburban Bible Church in Maywood, Illinois, and

Terry has constructed more than 400 puzzles and brain teasers for books, magazines, and newspapers. Playing a daily crossword puzzle can help grow voabulary, and matching words corresponding to the numbered clues enhances problem solving skills. See the “Brainiac” story on pages 8-9.

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became a Bible faculty member at the Moody Bible Institute in Chicago.

“I learned I was more of a teacher than a preacher,” Terry said. On the road for more than 20 years working for the nonprofit Media Ministries, he found time to publish 20 books along the way.

You might find his text How the Bible Became a Book in The Village Church Library; it’s a story investigating Christianity, answering some big objections and countering claims that the Bible’s text is corrupted.

As vice president for Media Ministries, an organization dedicated to promoting creative use of media in Bible teaching, Terry taught seminars nationally and internationally. A specialist in Bible study methods and

instructional media, he originated the Bible Panorama seminar, incorporating audience involvement, colorful visuals, and innovative learning methods.

“I was blessed by a lot of people who opened doors for me,” Terry said. As a contributing editor of Moody Magazine, Terry was responsible for the regular “Family Bible Time” feature. In addition to more than 400 published articles and 24 study guides, Terry’s published works include The Complete Book of Bible Trivia Crosswords (Tyndale House) and the Logos Bible Crosswords for Windows computer program (Logos Research Systems), which uses 200 of Terry’s puzzles.

Black-Square Mystery Terry explained that the grid in a standard crossword puzzle must be quadsymmetrical – the pattern of each quadrant matches the others when rotated/ folded/flipped 180 degrees. Therefore, the words and phrases in the answers need to be symmetrical in length so they can offset each other in the grid. The only exception is an entry across the middle of the grid, which provides its own symmetry.

Newspaper crosswords are known to get tougher as the week progresses; Mondays and Tuesdays are easiest, and Saturdays are toughest. Sunday puzzles in the New York Times reflect a 21x21 format, rather than the usual 15x15 across and down squares.

Black square placement is guided by some long-established rules – word entries must be at least three letters long, and black squares must be kept to a minimum.

The maximum word count permitted in a 15x15 grid is 78. Often now, this construction process is semi-computerized – balancing human judgment with the breadth of all database knowledge.

During legendary New York Times crossword puzzle editor Will Shortz’ 23-year reign (since 1993), only 29 published puzzles have had 60 or fewer words.

This creates a wide-open grid with few black spaces – long words weaving through long words, which is harder to construct and solve. Every letter must appear in both an across word and a down word.

Crossword construction is unavoidably

A “Play” Full Life Wheaton, Illinois, was home for Terry and Karen Hall (Nautilus) before moving to Shell Point in December 2014.

“Karen’s uncle, John Garland, MD, was the first physician to work at Shell Point in 1969,” Terry said. “We visited often and knew we wanted to live here someday. This is a very enjoyable time of life for us.”

Terry recently retired as a flight attendant, recruiter, emergency procedures instructor, and purser for United Airlines. “It was a fun job with long layovers,” he said, describing trips on military charters to the Azores, Turkey, and Cairo.

Terry currently serves as a volunteer with the Lee County Sheriff’s V.O.I.C.E. unit (Volunteer Observers Impacting Community Effort).

“Similar to the role I had in DuPage County, I help direct traffic at crashes, check on houses while people are away, and find missing persons,” he said. “It involves the same hiring process as a deputy, with three months of training. I volunteer as many as 40 hours a week for VOICE.”

Karen and Terry have co-authored many books and puzzles together.

linguistic, using themes, gimmicks, wordplay, and buzzwords. Certain constructors develop consistent tendencies in their puzzle design, which might be a plus or negative for various solvers. For example, Terry’s Biblical-themed puzzles are easier for those with Bible knowledge to solve.

If a crossword puzzle is themed with any unifying motif, it generally appears among the longest answers in the grid. Hidden words are a common theme gimmick (e.g., COMBAT MANEUVER).

Developing tricky clues are another way the constructor adds complexity to the puzzle, blending some classics (“WY’s neighbor”? COLO) with a few clever, misdirected ones (“felt something on your head”? FEDORA).

Frequent Times constructor Cathy Millhauser is famous for puns. In a puzzle called “M-M-M,” she changed “Ns” to “Ms” in familiar phrases, such as SAVINGS AND LOAM and CRAZY AS A LOOM. Knowing these constructors’ tendencies gives solvers a big advantage.

Words with three, four, and five letters come up frequently in crossword puzzles to fill in the gaps between long themed answers and black spaces. Lively, imaginative words, fresh phrases, puns, and humor are appreciated, but clever constructors never let two obscure words cross.

Crossword Legends Arthur Wynne is usually credited with inventing what was called the ‘word-cross,’ published in December 1913 in New York World daily newspaper (which closed in 1931). Any crossword constructionist-in-training today should know that the New York Times now pays $300 for a new daily 15x15 puzzle and $1,000 for a Sunday puzzle (21x21 squares).

At the annual American Crossword Puzzle Tournament, Puzzle 5 of seven is always the hardest. One year, the constructor was aspiring novelist Jeff Chen who applied a complicated computer script to include answers with relevant words from his master database. He titled his tournament puzzle “Attention, Newbies!” Correct responses added the letter “B” to familiar words and Continued on next page Shell Point Life | September 2016

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phrases, for example, “alloy” became BALLBOY and “carom” (a shot in billiards) became CARBOMB. At the master tournament in 2015, Tyler Hinman, a game designer for Lumosity brain training company, competed against “Dr. Fill,” a software program whose creator, Matt Ginsberg, is a brilliant computer scientist who earned a PhD degree in relativistic astrophysics from Oxford University at the age of 24. Dr. Fill is fast, but not always accurate.

“While most of us mere mortals Terry designed this brain game published in the Moody Bible Institute’s Kids! magazine to teach might measure our solving time in children how to solve Bible-related clues; they follow the turkey trail through the maze and out of the woods to reach home. cups of coffee or brunch courses, if we even complete the puzzles we start, the top solvers at the tournament measure it in split seconds,” wrote author Oliver wrote my first name over and over again in example, the five-letter answer to the clue Roeder in an article, “A Million Little the same grid, as fast as I could while main- “butcher’s offering,” could include cortaining legibility. It took me 1:40. rect answers TBONE, CHUCK, STEAK, or Boxes,” published in April 2015.

“There’s no guidebook to becoming SHANK. Six-time defending national champion, “Mental flexibility is a great asset in 38-year-old Dan Feyer, is a professional a master crossworder, like there is for, say, musician. Since late 2011, Feyer has fin- Scrabble. The doing is the training. The solving crosswords,” Shortz wrote. “Let ished more than 95% of the New York Times only way to get good at crosswords is to do your mind wander.” The clue “present time” might suggest the eight-letter answer puzzles in less than six minutes; he polishes lots of them.”

NOWADAYS, but in a different context, off 88% of the Saturday puzzles – the hardest the correct answer might be YULETIDE. of the week – in less than five minutes.

Shortz’ all-time favorite clue: “it turns into During competition, Feyer has finished a different story;” the 15-letter, two-word the first of seven puzzles in 1:55. “I’d be lucky to find a pen in my desk drawer before When solving, the Times’ Shortz answer: SPIRAL STAIRCASE. When a question mark appears at the he’s done,” Roeder wrote. “To make sense of advises, in an article published April 8, his time, I conducted a little experiment. I 2001, to start with the answers you’re sur- end of a clue, especially for the longest est of and build from there. The fill-in- answers in a puzzle, it usually signals related the-blank clues are the easiest to spot and puns, Shortz explains. In all instances, the solve, but watch for multi-word answers (for clue and answer must be interchangeable example, RANDR is the answer to the clue in a sentence, with the same meaning. A Wordplay is a 2006 documentary film slangy answer will have a slangy clue; an “when one goes on leave”). featuring Will Shortz, editor of the New Focus in the early stages on solving the abbreviated answer will indicate such in the York Times crossword puzzle, noted three-, four-, and five-letter words because clue (i.e., “exec’s deg.” is MBA). crossword constructor Merl Reagle Is it cheating to use reference sources, or the English language has relatively few of (who sold his first puzzle to the Times in these, and many tend to be repeated as fill- to call the Times’ fee-based phone line (9001966 when he was age 16), and many ers in crossword puzzles. Once you have a 884-CLUE) to get answers? The answer: other crossword solvers and construcfew crossing letters in the longer answers, it’s your puzzle, solve it any way you wish. tors. The second half of the movie is set A time-honored technique if you get stuck it’s easier to solve them. at the 2005 American Crossword Puzzle Shortz believes it is OK to guess, but finishing a puzzle is to put it aside and return Tournament, where the top solvers use a pencil and anticipate erasing some later. Perhaps the brain works subconcompete for a prize of $4,000. Among answers. Matching a few crossing letters sciously on these problems in the interim. the celebrities who swear by the Times In any case, Terry believes that only doesn’t mean your answers are necessarpuzzle are President Bill Clinton, who in ily correct, and be wary if nothing seems a truly proficient solver would approach a 2007, created his own Sunday Times to cross the answers you have filled in. For crossword puzzle with a pen! n crossword, themed Twistin’ the Oldies.

Science of Solving

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Mental Exercise

Test your brain by solving these clues. The answers teach us why it’s valuable to find ways to exercise our most important organ.

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1. Word after head or heart 2. Confederate uniform color 3. Glowing review 4. Lambs’ mothers 5. Santa’s little helper 6. Tippy boat 7. Sing-songy cadence 8. “____ to a Nightingale�

9. Split ____ soup 10. Swedes’ neighbors 11. Battery fluid 12. Diner’s guide 13. Slight advantage 18. The “U� in I.C.U. 19. Smell horrible 23. Piece of coal 24. Intolerant person 25. Biblical birthright seller 26. Liability’s opposite 27. Any old jerk 28. “Sauer� Reuben ingredient 29. Relatives of paddles 30. Silky synthetic fabric 31. Broken arm holder 32. Smallest parts of British pounds 33. Tallied 35. Falls in flakes in winter 36. Self-satisfied 38. Enthusiastic flair 39. Yellow brick, e.g.

44. Ponderosa or scotch 45. Four years, for a U.S. president 46. Number of Disney dwarfs 47. Not stale 48. ____ out (withdraws) 49. Tight hold 50. Supermarket slicing section 51. Proof copy for publication 52. “I’m ____ your tricks!� (2 words) 53. Nuclear energy source 54. Goodyear product 55. Simon ____ 57. Game with matchsticks 58. Give it a shot 59. Ft. Myers time zone

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Across 1. What subjects and verbs should do 6. Filly’s footfall 10. Fortune’s partner 14. Move on all fours 15. Teacher’s or nurse’s helper 16. Decorated, as a cake 17. Mental exercise goal (3 words) 20. Spud’s buds 21. Forget-me-____ 22. Provide, as with some quality 23. Tell a whopper 24. Spelling contests 26. Invite on a date (2 words) 30. Insurer’s calculation 31. Place to get a facial 34. “Get lost!�

35. Drawn-out drama 36. Iditarod vehicle

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37. Mental exercise goal (3 words) 40. Down Under flightless flock 41. Heist haul 42. Gold measure 43. Preschooler 44. Lowly chess piece 45. Labeled, as luggage 46. Pride and envy, e.g.

47. Gave dinner to Fido 48. Rhyming poet Nash 51. “To ___ is human...�

52. Horse food 56. Mental exercise goal (2 words) 60. Scrabble piece 61. Purple summer bloomer 62. “Hansel and Gretel,� for one 63. “Wheel of Fortune� turn 64. Legendary tale 65. Big books

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The ‘Joyce’ of Teaching Remedial Reading Forms Foundation of Career

By Sarah Nadal

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ho doesn’t remember answering the question, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” Often, children respond differently during varying stages of growth and maturity as they receive clarity about their wishes, skills, and outlook for the future.

An astronaut, a fireman, a princess, a nurse.

But when anyone asked resident Joyce Crone (Sundial) about her aspirations, there was only ever one answer. “For as long as I can recall, I always wanted to be a teacher. There was never a time when I did not want to teach, and that is why I spent my career working with children – especially slower learners who had problems with reading,” shared Joyce.

Joyce started her educational career matriculating at Miami University of Ohio, but left after her junior year to marry her husband Bob, who was stationed in Lubbock, Texas, with the U.S. Air Force.

Joyce then completed a bachelor’s degree in elementary education at Texas Tech University. “I had a baby three days after I graduated,” Joyce recalled. “Timing is everything! It all worked out.”

Three births and 11 years later, Joyce began her 17-year career as a homebound teacher in the 1970s. Under her encouraging tutelage, each of her pupils successfully returned to classes after a semester away from high school.

Fortuitously, Joyce bumped into the principal as she was picking up books for a student. “The school had received a grant for a new remedial reading instructor, and he asked me to be that teacher! I was honored,” said Joyce.

ABCs of Remedial Reading

After accepting the position, the real work began. Joyce initially welcomed six to eight junior high school students into her classroom, aged from 13 to 16; each read at a third-grade level or below.

“Children at that age are challenging to teach as it is, because of their maturity level,” shared Joyce. “I treated them like my own children, and I didn’t put up with foolishness. The students responded favor-

“Students were taking the papers home, and I loved it! It meant they were reading, and that’s a success in my book.” ably to that approach by working hard, but we also had fun.”

Students sat at a U-shaped table and focused on building vocabulary and phonetic skills. Keeping the interest of junior high students engaged in 1970s course material proved difficult. “Back then, it was hard to find what we refer to as ‘high interest, low grade-level’ material. In laymen’s terms, that means that the text is easy to master, but it also captures the interest of a junior high student who thinks at an advanced level,” explained Joyce.

Joyce employed resourcefulness to develop her own course materials and reading program. “I had a friend with a newspaper route who procured extra papers for us. After a description about local college antics ran in the newspaper, I noticed the students were concentrating better and sounding out words – motivated to work on phonetics like you wouldn’t believe! That was when I realized I’d hit on something.”

Soon, Joyce noticed that the newspapers were disappearing from the classroom. “Students were taking the papers home, and I loved it! It meant they were reading, and that’s a success in my book,” laughed Joyce.

As Joyce followed her husband Bob through various job transfers, in his managerial role for Monsanto Company, she spread out her experience among South Carolina, Alabama, and Pensacola, Florida.

Particularly in Pensacola, Joyce worked closely with inner-city children who didn’t find academic support at home, and it left an impression on her. “It gave me a respect for the plight of these children, and the vital role that reading and education can play in providing a way out of those circumstances.

I hope that in some small way, I was able to help my students.”

Traveling Toward Retirement

When the time came to consider retirement, Joyce has a particular outlook on the way events transpired. “Bob retired, but I quit!” chuckled Joyce. “Almost immediately, we jumped in a motor coach and headed to Walt Disney World with family – and we’ve been traveling ever since. Bob loves to fish, and that hobby ‘lured’ us across the country to Alaska nine times. Today, our home is filled with curios that display memorable souvenirs from world cruises and domestic road trips.”

Eventually, travel led them to Shell Point’s doorstep. “On the way to a fishing trip in the Florida Keys, we stopped by Shell Point for a tour. I knew right away that I loved the configuration of the Sundial apartment where I live today.”

Following a medical issue in 2015, Bob moved to The Springs assisted living while Joyce remained in the couple’s independent living residence – a luxury that lifecare at Shell Point affords. “Bob and I are thankful for the level of care and hospitality at Continued on next page

Joyce and Bob Crone traveled the world during their retirement, including nine trips to Alaska – a favorite destination.

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Joyce reflected fondly on years of world travel, visiting places like Hong Kong (above) and Belize (below).

Lifecare: A Family Decision

The ‘Joyce’ of Teaching Continued from page 17

The Springs. I visit him daily, and we also appreciate the wheelchair-accessible transportation system that allows us to attend lunches and dinners together at the Palm Grill in The Woodlands.”

Joyce’s love of teaching and caring for others has followed her to Shell Point

through volunteerism. “I deeply value my time spent volunteering on the second floor with the Pavilion Auxiliary, up to five times per week. I also teach knitting, which started with an Academy of Lifelong Learning class nearly seven years ago. The Knitters Group meets weekly to work on projects that benefit the local community. Recently, we donated knitted bird’s nests to C.R.O.W. [Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife] on Sanibel, which gives ill birds a comfortable place to recover.”

How long does Joyce plan to keep up her volunteerism? “Well, my family has a history of longevity, with one grandmother living to 98, and the other until 100. I fully expect to beat that myself!” laughed Joyce.

One thing is certain: No matter what subject this lifelong teacher sets her mind to, Joyce will bring inspiration to those she meets.

Bob’s love of fishing and this motor coach “drove” the Crones across the continental United States in search of the perfect catch.

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Bob and Joyce Crone chose to retire at Shell Point because they appreciated the financial value of lifecare, as well as the peace of mind that it can provide to family members. “We chose Shell Point because it is a continuing care retirement community, and we understand what a deal lifecare is for seniors,” said Joyce.

Joyce and Bob took their cues from watching family members’ experiences during their retirement years. “One set of my grandparents retired at a ‘mini Shell Point’ in Indiana, and we saw how valuable it was to their quality of life. We watched my other grandmother stay in her home as she aged, requiring extensive in-home support from caregivers. It was a strain, and I didn’t want to do that to my kids,” explained Joyce.

Today, the Crones are happy with their decision to move to Shell Point. “We know that we are taken care of for life,” said Joyce. “Now, we can focus on the daily activities that matter most to us.”

Final Performance 2016 Summer

Gulfshore Trio

Concert Series

Thursday, September 15 7:30 p.m.

The Village Church Auditorium Tickets: $20

The Gulfshore Trio unites three outstanding musicians with ties to the Southwest Florida Symphony Reiko Niiya has been the symphony’s Concertmaster for more than 30 years.

Reiko’s multi-faceted career also includes performances at both of President Bill Clinton’s inauguration galas, and with the National Symphony and the Washington Opera Orchestra at Kennedy Center. On the Pops side, she has also performed with such well-known entertainers as Whitney Houston, Natalie Cole, Michael Jackson, and Sarah Brightman.

Pianist and composer William Dawson is an alumnus of the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia, where he studied piano under famed concert pianist Rudolf Serkin.

Dawson has also appeared as soloist with the Boston Pops as well as various other orchestras throughout the U.S., Europe, Asia, and Latin America. William has been commissioned by the Southwest Florida Symphony to compose choral works, and was also named Florida State Music Teachers’ 2007 Composer of the Year.

Cellist Shea Kole is a native of Boise, Idaho. He attended the Interlochen Center for the Arts as an Emerson Scholar in 1998, and earned a bachelor’s degree at the prestigious Eastman School of Music. Shea has shared the stage with Andrés Cárdenes and Carter Brey, and has performed throughout the United States and Mexico. From 2008 to 2015, he was associate principal cellist of Mexico’s Orquesta Sinfónica Sinaloa de Las Artes.

He currently performs with Opera Naples and Sinfonia Gulf Coast.

Residents can purchase tickets at either service desk or via the resident website.

The general public may purchase tickets online at www.shellpoint.org/concerts or by calling the box office at (239) 454-2067.

LifeQuest Discussion Group: Educational Dimension

Sanibel before the Causeway: Remember the Past, Revel in the Future Presented by: Melody Desilets, Legacy Foundation Officer, and David E. Carter, Emmy Winner and Director of Sanibel Before the Causeway

*Sign-up required at either service desk.

Saturday, September 24, 10:00 a.m. • Grand Cypress Room/WDL Located on prime waterfront property, Shell Point and surrounding areas offer top-notch amenities, entertainment, restaurants, and services, but it has not always been this way.

Sanibel Before the Causeway, a film directed by Emmy winner David E. Carter, takes us back to the days when the only way to get on the island was by boat or airplane. The foundation of the documentary is vintage movie film from the 1940s, ‘50s, and early ‘60s that was recently discovered. The film clips are a glance into what was, brought to life by six people who lived on pre-causeway Sanibel.

Join us as we take a peek into the past of this stunning island, and revel at the beauty and amenities that surround us today.

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Nature’s Notebook

By Steve Morton,

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The Recipe 2:

The Sauce Thickens I enjoy the art of cooking. It appeals to me because of the creative aspect and the nearly instant gratification.

When dinner guests offer praise for a wellpresented and flavorful meal, I realize satisfaction like few others in life.

However, cooking in the kitchen of horticulture is a completely different kettle of fish. When preparing a forest from scratch, you must practice patience.

In the summer of 2013, the Landscape Management team planted 30 bald cypress trees in a long and narrow retention swale, adjacent to the Shell Point golf course, hole #10. In the three years since, we have been adding additional ingredients to this soufflé, in the form of native cypress forest species.

First, we folded Florida crinum lilies into the understory, as if they were whipped egg whites. Next, we liberally drizzled a full measure of

Spanish moss sauce onto the branches. Like delicate threads of saffron, we gently sprinkled cardinal air plants onto selected tree specimens. Most recently, we planted an additional 24 bald cypress trees to simulate the various sizes of trees in a natural forest.

We humans are not terribly good at recognizing incremental transformation.

When asked to describe the change in slowly evolving landscapes, most people believe that the setting has always appeared exactly as its current form.

However, wildlife is dependent on functioning ecosystems to survive; it must be able to quickly recognize where to find a meal. The roseate spoonbill is not a picky eater but does require an environment that supplies small fish, mollusks, and insects.

Perhaps the best indication of our success was last summer when a pair of spoonbills foraged for two days in the cypress strand. Last month, I witnessed a killdeer hen laying eggs, then successfully hatching four chicks to live in that area. Several duck species savor the cypress strand during the rainy season.

Our recipe is just starting to take shape

A killdeer hen laid eggs, then successfully hatched four chicks to live in this area.

as a meal. From a sterile, barren retention swale, the forest is rising. Animals find the environment a nurturing place to live, but the recipe is not yet finished. As the trees mature, they will create shade and allow us to plant shade-tolerant species.

More creatures will find the cypress strand a good place to live, and their presence, too, will alter the forest. The recipe will only be completed as the forest becomes self-sustaining. We welcome you to visit this haven to see what we have cooked up.

Bon appétit!

Ed. Note: Read about the cypress strand in “The Recipe” part 1, describing landscaping’s synergy of ingredients, published in Shell Point Life, September 2013, available at www.shellpoint.net/shellpointlife.

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Laura Slack, director of Resident Life, welcomed everyone to the tropical-themed event, and Michelle Tompkins and the fitness team cut the ribbon. Residents cheered with excitement, as everyone gathered around the “create your own” yogurt parfait buffet, featuring fresh fruit.

The much-anticipated renovation began in March, as residents and the fitness team patiently awaited the final reveal. This is the second time the facility has been renovated since it opened in 1971.

These latest upgrades include an expanded group fitness room to create a wider, more open area for the popular, overflowing classes. Along with shock-resistant flooring, the room is mirrored on three sides, with ballet barres and additional storage in the back. Windows were expanded to bring in more natural light.

Fitness Supervisor Hannah Hosterman demonstrated a new Yoga Fit class, which will be added to the upcoming fitness schedule. “Our Yoga Fit class will focus on stretching and balance, while incorporating yoga-inspired exercises and poses,” Hannah said. Fitness Coordinators Melanie Brod and Cheryl Cooper were excited to start teaching classes the next day in this renovated space.

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“It’s beautiful, and having more space between the cardio and weight machines allows for safer use,” said Fitness Trainer Ingrid Oliver. “The new space is perfectly functional when working with residents who use canes or walkers.”

New seating in the lobby area provides an inviting and comfortable place to relax before or after a fitness class, and a new area away from the machines next to the assessment room was designed to

give residents a private area for stretching and abdominal work.

“The private room for stretching is a great addition and much needed,” said Al Chatfield (Sundial). “It gives us an alternative when it’s busy in the main workout area.”

Everyone’s enthusiasm made the event a great success. As the fitness team mingled with residents, they welcomed the positive feedback. Those who have yet to view this wonderful renovation are invited to stop by anytime, or come check out one of the many classes offered.

See more photos at www.facebook.com/shellpoint.

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13, at Coffee with a listening throughout this Neighbor (CWN01). time together in French only. Special presentations will be enjoyed Award-winning columnist Dan Warner over lunch.

Phil Hilton (Lakewood) offers Fraktur (Turban) offers a six-week course for writers who want to take a step into real literature, (Black Text) Calligraphy (FLL04) on with Writer’s Workshop (FLL01) on six six Tuesdays beginning September 13. He provides hands-on instruction and demonMondays beginning September 12.

Anatomy of Words (FLL02) is a strations that, with practice, will have you weekly opportunity every Monday this adding a personal touch to your written semester, led by Floyd Jamison (Parkwood), messages and inscriptions.

Intermediate Bridge (FLL05) will Dan Warner (Turban), and Frank Sevier (Harbor Court). Join like-minded residents be offered during three four-week sessions who come together in fellowship to discuss this semester by Susan Willoughby. The

For the Love of Learning

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Intermediate Bridge (FLL05) will be offered during three four-week sessions this semester by Susan Willoughby. The first session of four Wednesdays begins on September 14.

first session of four Wednesdays begins on September 14.

Dee Serage-Century of the SanibelCaptiva Conservation Foundation will present an opportunity to get up close and personal with butterflies on Monday, September 19, in The Butterflies of Shell Point (FLL06). This long-time gardener shares photos of butterflies and fascinating information that will enrich our understanding of our own Shell Point Butterfly Habitat and the surrounding area.

We all learned in Civics class that the U.S. president is actually chosen indirectly by an Electoral College, not by popular vote. This talk reveals the secrets of the Electoral College, including who its members are, how they are chosen, and what they do. We will also explore other complicated features of the U.S. and Florida electoral systems, including primaries, conventions, and single- and multimember districts in Boost Your Electoral Knowledge (FLL07) on Tuesday, September 20, with Melissa Butler (Royal Bonnet), PhD in Political Science.

Critically acclaimed author Charles

Sobczak will provide another thoroughly entertaining, beautifully illustrated discussion on the wildlife in our area. This time the focus is how we adapt to each other, held on Wednesday, September 21, in The Changing Face of Nature (FLL08).

Professor Adrian Kerr will present two sessions on the young Macedonian King who conquered the known world, held on Thursday, September 22, and Tuesday, September 27, in Ancient Persia and Alexander (FLL09 & FLL11). He will take us in part one from the IndoEuropeans through the decline of Greece, and the rise of Philip of Macedon. Part two begins with Alexander’s early childhood and brings us to the post-Alexander Hellenic world.

After having spent 32 years teaching American politics at the college level, Wayne Swanson (Turban) will be our guide as we look at the turmoil in the Republican Party, and examine why Donald Trump was able to secure the nomination. A similar examination will focus on the resistance of many Democrats to Hillary Clinton, and the impact of Bernie Sanders and his voters on the party. Join us for this non-partisan presentation, The

Implications of the Angry Voter and the 2016 Presidential Election (FLL10) on Tuesday, September 27.

Rev. Andrew Hawkins, PhD, senior pastor at The Village Church, will present A Biblical View of Church and State (FLL12) on Wednesday, September 28.

The Bible has important things to say about the nature of the church and the state, and what has often been a historically difficult and controversial relationship between the two. Join us for this non-partisan presentation focused on an exposition of relevant Biblical passages.

Legacy Foundation Seminar Come learn about The British Are Leaving! Why Brexit Matters to Investors (LS01) on Wednesday, September 14.

Presenters include Sherman Goodrich, CIMA, Vice President at Franklin Templeton Funds; and Paul Weinstein, CFP, Managing Partner of The Weinstein Wilkes Financial Group of Raymond James Financial Services, Inc.

Academy on the Go

Our first trip takes us to Sandbar Breeze in Estero, Florida, for Sundae School (OTG01) on Monday, September 12, for a delicious educational experience. We will observe the process of creating commercial-quality ice cream, and create our own designer batch to concoct a personalized sundae treat.

Join Wayne Swanson (Turban) for a non-partisan presentation on The Implications of the Angry Voter and the 2016 Presidential Election (FLL10) on Tuesday, September 27.

Our next educational field trip takes place at the Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation on Thursday, September 29, and includes airboat and swamp buggy ecotours, animal sightings of creatures from the swamp, land, and air, and animal exhibits.

This all takes place in one action-packed day of Florida Style Adventures at Billie Swamp Safari (OTG02).

Technology If you are thinking of buying an iPad, this class conducted by instructor Penny Modrich (Nautilus) is for you! On Monday, September 12, in Apple iPad: Things to Know Before Buying an iPad (T3-01), Penny explains what an iPad can do, what models are available, the costs, and where to purchase one.

Bob Jakubiec (Lucina) gives a detailed examination and explanation of your iPad’s controls along with interesting operations and manipulations in Basic iPad 1 (T3-02) on two Mondays, September 12 and 19.

Apple iPad: Contacts (T3-03) focuses on how the easy-to-use contacts app is used in conjunction with other apps. Join Penny Modrich on two Tuesdays, September 13 and 20.

Penny and several knowledgeable assistants will once again offer Apple iPad, iPhone & Mac: Free Walk-In Clinic (T3-04) every Friday this semester beginning September 16. Just bring your questions and your own device.

On two Mondays, September 19 and 26, Penny presents an opportunity to get started using and enjoying your new Apple iPad tablet during two complete sessions, in Apple iPad: What Are the Basics?

(T3-05).

Once you are using and enjoying your iPad, you can appreciate tips and tricks to make your device even easier and more fun to use in Apple iPad: Shortcuts & Timesaving Tips (T3-06), hosted by Penny on Tuesday, September 27.

Wayne Wolfert (Lucina) presents an excellent solution to send greetings for those last-minute situations that often occur, but are sometimes remembered too late for traditional “snail mail,” in Apple iPad: e-Cards (T3-07) held on Friday, September 30.

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www.shellpoint.net/events

September LifeQuest Happenings

Six Dimensions: Physical • Emotional • Spiritual • Educational • Community & Social • Natural Environment For questions about these and upcoming events or activities, please contact Michelle Tompkins, Resort Services and Wellness Manager, at 454-2152, or email: michelletompkins@shellpoint.org

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FRIDAY MARKET PLACE SEPTEMBER 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 8:30-11:30 A.M. • ADMINISTRATION COURTYARD/IS Stroll through the brick-paved courtyard to find friendly vendors, quality produce, handmade items, and an energetic atmosphere. There are plenty of colorful fruits and vegetables to choose from, and many local products to purchase. Don’t miss this weekly event, which now features bimonthly entertainment.

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FAITH & FITNESS TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 • 1:00 P.M. GRAND CYPRESS ROOM/WDL Senior Pastor Andy Hawkins of The Village Church will discuss the biblical foundations for seeking to develop and maintain our physical capacities. He will describe how our faith can grow as we experience God’s provision for health and fitness.

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LUNCH: LAISHLEY CRAB HOUSE, PUNTA GORDA WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 10:00 A.M. ISLAND 10:10 A.M. WOODLANDS 10:20 A.M. EAGLES PRESERVE/ESTUARY 2:00 P.M. APPROXIMATE RETURN COST: $8 (LUNCH ON YOUR OWN) Laishley Crab House offers waterfront dining and the freshest seafood available. Feast on blue crab direct from Charlotte Harbor and the Peace River Seafood Market, fresh Alaskan king crab and snow crab flown in daily from Dutch Harbor, Alaska, or enjoy your favorite seafood, steaks, and sushi. Lunch selections typically average $9-$13.

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Island: (454-2282), Woodlands: (454-2054)

LIVE MOLLUSK PRESENTATION THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 • 2:15 P.M. SOCIAL CENTER/IS Join us for a special presentation by the Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum. Rebecca Mensch, marine biologist, will present a one-hour program about mollusks – those delicate shells that wash up on the beaches. Live mollusks will be on display along with other fascinating shells that are common in Southwest Florida. You will learn how a shell forms, where these creatures live, what they eat, and other interesting facts. There will also be time to take a close look and ask questions.

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 2:00 P.M. & 7:00 P.M. GRAND CYPRESS ROOM/WDL College dropout Steve Jobs (Ashton Kutcher), together with his friend, technical whiz-kid Steve Wozniak (Josh Gad), sparks a revolution in home computers with the invention of the Apple 1 in 1976. Built in the garage of Jobs’ parents, the device – and the subsequent formation of Apple Inc. – changed the world. Though he is viewed as a visionary, Jobs’ tenure as Apple’s leader is a rocky one.

Don’t miss the story of Steve Jobs’ ascension from college dropout into one of the most revered creative entrepreneurs of the 20th century. (Rated PG-13 for some drug content and brief strong language.)

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WHY WATER? TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 • 10:15 A.M. LIFEQUEST AQUATIC CENTER/IS

TEA & CHOCOLATES TASTING WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 • 2:15 P.M. SOCIAL CENTER/IS Love dark chocolate? Join Laurie Nienhaus as she takes you on a journey around the world … the world of tea and chocolates, that is. Learn more about chocolate while indulging in “hi-octane” samples containing between 60% and 80% cocoa solids. Each chocolate will be paired with a tea that can hold its own. Sign-up required.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 4:00-5:30 P.M. • GRAND CYPRESS ROOM/WDL

SATURDAY DVD: JOBS (2013)

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It’s time to make a big splash – for your health! Exercising in the water is easy on your joints, and increases muscle strength and endurance due to the water’s built-in resistance. Join Fitness Coordinator Cheryl Cooper as she highlights the importance of water fitness for every level.

AFTERNOON TEA DANCE

Come enjoy music for your listening and dancing pleasure, provided by Jerry Dycke, along with cake, coffee, tea, and lemonade. Cost is $5 per person. For tickets call: Bob and Mil Anderson, 489-3254 or 940-5237; John Bendall, 454-5953; Nita DeWeese, 985-0455; or Phil and Lois Gannon, 482-5965.

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AVIATION CLUB MEETING THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 • 1:15 P.M. OSPREY ROOM/IS Have you ever wondered how airplanes fly, or how a new model is designed? Why do planes have different kinds of wings, tails, landing gear, and engines? These and many other questions will be answered by this month’s speaker, Dan Hunt, cofounder and member of the Angel Aircraft Corporation design team. Their design of the “Angel” (pictured above) was designed to provide safety and high performance while using short, rough airstrips. Even if you are not an aviation buff, you will find Dan’s presentation fascinating, and it will make you more observant of how other items around you are made and work. All are welcome!

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DINNER OUT: “TIME TO EAT” IN CAPE CORAL TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 4:15 P.M. ISLAND 4:25 P.M. WOODLANDS 4:35 P.M. EAGLES PRESERVE/ESTUARY 8:00 P.M. APPROXIMATE RETURN COST: $7 (DINNER ON YOUR OWN) Terrific seafood salads, tapas, soups, delectable steak entrees, and homemade desserts are what “Time to Eat” is all about. It must be because of the quality of the ingredients, which are hand-selected to be the best and freshest, which yields a truly amazing taste.

Yum! Entrees typically cost between $18$28, and on Tuesdays your dessert is FREE with the purchase of an entrée.

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 • 7:00 P.M. GRAND CYPRESS ROOM/WDL

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 9:15 A.M. ISLAND 9:25 A.M. WOODLANDS 9:35 A.M. EAGLES PRESERVE 3:30 P.M. APPROXIMATE RETURN

Come enjoy an evening of elegance with Dean Miller. This will be a memorable, Italian café-style event to share with Shell Point friends and neighbors. Come listen to the guitar artistry of Dean as he displays his classical music. He will be performing favorites from Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Tony Bennett, and more! To sweeten the evening, enjoy coffee, tea, and Italian desserts. Sign-up required.

COST: $8 (LUNCH ON YOUR OWN) Shop to your heart’s content at any of the more than 140 outlet stores at the fantastic Miromar Mall in Estero. You will be free to browse your favorite shopping destinations and even discover some new ones. The restaurant options include the popular Naples Flatbread and Ford’s Garage to quell your shopper’s hunger! This is a large mall, so wear comfortable walking shoes; coupons, VIP discounts, and mall maps will be provided.

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SUNDAY MATINEE: BUTCH CASSIDY & THE SUNDANCE KID (1969) SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 • 2:00 P.M. GRAND CYPRESS ROOM/WDL This is the true story of fast-draws and wild rides, battles with posses, train and bank robberies, and a new lease on outlaw life in far-away Bolivia. It is also the story of a remarkable friendship between Butch (possibly the most likeable outlaw in frontier history, played by Paul Newman) and his closest associate – the legendary, everdangerous Sundance Kid (Robert Redford).

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READY, STEADY, BALANCE: PREVENT FALLS IN 2016 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 • 1:00-4:00 P.M. LARSEN PAVILION/IS In honor of National Falls Prevention Awareness Day, commemorated each year on the first day of fall, residents are invited to a free event to raise awareness about how to prevent fall-related injuries. Activities will include a fast and accurate fall risk screening using the Biodex Balance System, “Ask a Nurse Practitioner” session, demonstrations of the latest in assistive devices designed to keep you safe at home, free vision screenings, door prizes, and more. While at the Larsen Pavilion, also enjoy complimentary refreshments and a tour of The Rehabilitation Center at Shell Point. To register, call Rhanda Lee at 415-5432.

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 • 2:15 P.M. SOCIAL CENTER/IS Our Shell Point chefs, Todd and Brett, will be at it again, demonstrating how to savor the flavor. They will be preparing healthy vegetable-inspired dishes, featuring pan-seared fish with a fresh vegetable sauce, and a roasted vegetable and baba ghanoush, which is a classic eggplant dip served with flatbread. Our talented chefs will also provide nutrition information, so don’t miss this opportunity to taste samples and add some delicious recipes to your collection!

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LIBRARY BOOK TALK TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 • 2:15 P.M. SOCIAL CENTER/IS For this month’s event, Shell Point resident Bill Saunders (King’s Crown) will present a “nontraditional book talk.”

Bill has reviewed more than 15 books for this series over the years, so come see what he has chosen for this special “surprise” presentation. Ask questions afterward as you enjoy refreshments.

COST: $16 (ICE CREAM ON YOUR OWN)

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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 • 6:45 P.M. SOCIAL CENTER/IS Don’t miss this bold, sweeping tale of a ship’s captain who travels west and finds himself in the middle of jealousy, hatred, and dangerous rivalries. As the reluctant hero is thrust in the maelstrom, he must find all of his courage to save his own life and that of the woman he loves. Fourtime Academy Award-winning director William Wyler creates a magnificently entertaining film that will take you on an epic, suspenseful, and exhilarating journey!

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 8:30 A.M. ISLAND 8:40 A.M. WOODLANDS 8:50 A.M. EAGLES PRESERVE/ESTUARY 3:00 P.M. APPROXIMATE RETURN Celebrate life in Florida by joining fellow Shell Point residents for a wonderful day at the beach! What could be better than a picnic, a hint of sunshine, and the magical sounds of the Gulf waters? Be sure to bring your favorite beach supplies, sunscreen, and shell-collecting tools.

Beach day regulars love to stop at “The Royal Scoop” ice cream parlor, so we will include that destination on our return trip.

MOVIE NIGHT: THE BIG COUNTRY (1958)

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NEW BREAKTHROUGH HEARING AID TECHNOLOGY WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 • 2:15 P.M. SOCIAL CENTER/IS Join Audiologist Jack Adams for this interesting presentation as he discusses how new hearing aid technology finally compensates for the “problem situations” that have kept hearing aid users from hearing well in certain listening environments.

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TRINKETS & TREASURES SALE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 • 9:00 A.M.-3:00 P.M. GRAND CYPRESS ROOM/WDL Come explore an array of items sold by Shell Point residents at this unique shopping experience. You can browse through gently used items, gifts, and more, and will be sure to find great deals at this annual affair. If you are interested in hosting a sale table (cost: $5 per person; limited quantity), please call 454-2057.

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CIRQUE DU SOLEIL OVO FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 6:00 P.M. ISLAND 6:10 P.M. WOODLANDS 6:20 P.M. EAGLES PRESERVE/ESTUARY 10:30 P.M. APPROXIMATE RETURN COST: $75 (SNACKS ON YOUR OWN) Be mesmerized by the magnificent athleticism, costumes, and acrobatics of this Cirque show! OVO is a headlong rush into a colorful ecosystem teeming with life, where insects work, eat, crawl, flutter, play, fight, and look for love in a non-stop riot of energy and movement. The insects’ home is a world of biodiversity and beauty filled with noisy action and moments of quiet emotion. When a mysterious egg appears in their midst, the insects are awestruck and intensely curious about this iconic object that represents the enigma and cycles of their lives. The hidden, secret world at our feet is revealed as tender and torrid, noisy and quiet, peaceful and chaotic. And as the sun rises on a bright new day, the vibrant cycle of insect life begins anew.

’Tis the Season to be Crafting!

Sign up to sell at the 2016 Holiday Bazaar If you are an avid crafter who is interested in selling your work in this year’s Shell Point Holiday Bazaar, now is the time to make the commitment! The highly anticipated and popular annual event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Friday, November 4, and Saturday, November 5.

Covering two floors of the Woodlands Commons, this sale attracts many Shell Point residents, as well as public guests through a robust promotion plan. It is a “sell-a-bration” in anticipation of the upcoming holiday season, and a demonstration of the exclusive talents of our resident crafters.

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Eligible participants include residents of Shell Point who have created handcrafted or enhanced quality items.

Participants are requested to join the Crafters Group prior to selling in the Holiday Bazaar; the membership fee is $10.

Anyone interested should contact this year’s chair, Karen Hubbard (Lakewood) at (239) 433-1210.

FINDING JOY (FOR CAREGIVERS)

Support Groups ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS THURSDAYS, SEPTEMBER 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 4:30 P.M. • SABAL ROOM/WDL This is a fellowship of those who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other to solve their common problem and help others recover from alcoholism. This “open” meeting of AA welcomes those who struggle with alcohol issues. For information, call the intergroup phone number, 275-5111.

CAREGIVER SUPPORT TUESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 6 & 20 GROUP 1: 9:15 A.M. • GROUP 2: 10:30 A.M. (SEPT. 20 ONLY) MEDICAL CENTER CONFERENCE ROOM/IS These therapeutic groups are aimed at helping residents deal with issues of being a caregiver for someone with a memory disorder, whether the resident is cared for in independent living, assisted living, or skilled nursing. Dr. Nancy Spencer facilitates the groups and can be reached at 454-2043. Sign-up is required.

COPD SUPPORT THIS GROUP MEETS QUARTERLY; THE NEXT MEETING WILL BE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25 • 1:30 P.M. • OAK ROOM/WDL The objective of the group is to provide information and discussions that will be relevant to individuals with a range of breathing problems, as well as those dependent on supplemental oxygen. For additional information, call Ken Peterson (Oakmont) at 482-3779.

CPAP SUPPORT

THIS GROUP IS ON BREAK FOR THE SUMMER; THE NEXT MEETING WILL BE THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13.

The focus of this program is you, the caregiver or former caregiver.

We will explore ways to identify and reduce stress, improve communication skills, and understand and handle difficult feelings.

Contact Jane Johnston (Turban) at 464-5903 or jjejjohnston@gmail.com.

HEARING ENRICHMENT THIS GROUP IS ON BREAK FOR THE SUMMER; THE NEXT MEETING WILL BE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 26.

Poor hearing can affect many aspects of one’s life. This group seeks to help residents cope with hearing loss, share information, learn about services and products that may help, and offer support to each other. Friends and family are encouraged to attend. For more information, call Katalin Carrow, case manager, at 225-2929.

GRIEFSHARE THURSDAYS • 2:15 P.M. • 11 WEEKS STARTING SEPTEMBER 1 THE VILLAGE CHURCH CHAPEL This is an 11-week program providing help and encouragement after the death of a loved one. This special weekly seminar and support group is designed to help you rebuild your life. We know it hurts, and we want to help. Led by Jim and Judy Mayer (Junonia), call them at 454-3139 if you have questions or are planning to attend.

MEMORY CARE TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 GROUP 1: 9:15 A.M. • GROUP 2: 10:30 A.M. BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CONFERENCE ROOM/IS These groups are designed to provide education and support to residents who have some type of memory disorder. The objectives are to identify practical strategies to help residents better manage memory loss, address long-range planning, and offer an environment that fosters a sense of purpose and heightened self-esteem. Note: Individual assessment is required before joining a group. Call Kathy Fratrick, LCSW, at 454-2073. Individual appointments are also available.

THIS GROUP MEETS QUARTERLY; THE NEXT MEETING DATE IS TO BE DETERMINED. If you’ve been diagnosed with sleep apnea and use a CPAP device, consistent use can make a tremendous difference in helping you feel more energetic and healthy during the day. Education and support for CPAP users has shown to increase compliance with use of the device. For more information, contact Larry Chrouch (Eagles Preserve) at 481-7188.

PARKINSON’S ENRICHMENT

DIABETES SUPPORT

VISION ENRICHMENT

THIS GROUP IS ON BREAK FOR THE SUMMER; THE NEXT MEETING WILL BE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7 • 1:00 P.M. • SOCIAL CENTER/IS All diabetics are encouraged to attend this meeting, which covers various topics and includes open discussion. For more information, contact Stephanie Devlin, case manager, at 454-8246.

THIS GROUP IS ON BREAK FOR THE SUMMER; THE NEXT MEETING WILL BE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11.

This group provides educational opportunities and support for those dealing with low vision. Florence Putman (Turban) is the chairperson. For additional information, contact Angie Prichard, case manager, at 454-2134.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 • 10:15 A.M. KING’S CROWN COMMUNITY ROOM/IS This group aims to provide support and educational opportunities to those affected by Parkinson’s disease as a patient, caregiver, family member, or friend. Meetings include speakers, group discussions, and emotional support. For more information, call Janine Hammond, case manager, at 454-2186.

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The Concerts and Conversations series begins with flutists William and Beth Larsen, followed by the Southwest Florida Symphony Holiday Pops to finish 2016. In 2017, we offer three Concerts and Conversations programs, starting with pianist You Ju Lee in January.

To complete the Fine and Performing Arts series, we will feature Dallas Brass, River City Brass, and Jive Aces. There is even a bonus concert, featuring Barbary Coast Dixieland Band for their last Florida concert.

The Southwest Florida Symphony will delight us in 2017 with “Gloria” performed by the FGCU Chamber Choir, and Concierto de Aranjuez.

There is enough musical variety with this line-up to please everyone at Shell Point. See you at the concerts!

Find the details of the 2016-2017 Shell Point Concert Series in the promotional brochure, coming soon in your mailbox.

Reminder: Summer Dining Schedule THE PALM GRILL

in the Woodlands Commons will close Tuesday, September 13, and reopen on Wednesday, October 5.

THE CRYSTAL ROOM

on The Island will reopen on Sunday, September 4.

THE PROMENADE CAFÉ

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KEEP GREAT PROGRAMS COMING TO SHELL POINT FGCU Chamber Choir

The Four Freshman

Why Become a Friends of the Arts Donor Our goal at Shell Point is to offer world-class performers at an affordable price, so all our residents and guests have an opportunity to enjoy talented musicians.

In addition to the expense of paying these performers and their booking agents, there are other costs associated with hosting such concerts, including hotel, meals, and travel, special audio/visual and technical requirements, box office operations, and marketing promotions.

If you become a “Friends of the Arts” donor, you can help us meet all of these costs for the upcoming concert

series. Are you moved to underwrite a concert of special interest? Your tax-deductible gift will contribute to the success of this year’s line-up, and help assure the series will continue in years to come.

We look forward to inviting this year’s contributors to a special “Meet the Artists” reception. Plan to come and enjoy dinner and fellowship with Jive Aces shortly before the concert on Monday, March 20, 2017.

Please clip the donor form below (also in this year’s concert series promotional brochure), and send your gift today!

Thank you in advance for your generous support.

“Music is an agreeable harmony for the honor of God and the permissible delights of the soul.”

— Johann Sebastian Bach

KEEP GREAT PROGRAMS COMING TO SHELL POINT

Become a Friends of the Arts Donor o Yes, I wish to become a Friends of the Arts donor!

I/We wish to contribute a gift (tax deductible), to Friends of the Arts, in the amount of $_______________.

(Please make checks payable to Shell Point.)

Maestros $2,500 or more • Composers $1,000-2,499 • Conductors $500-999 • Soloists $300-499 • Chorus $100-299 Optional: (check one)

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To make a contribution, please fill out this form and send via campus or U.S. mail, along with your payment, to: Laura Slack, c/o Friends of the Arts, 14441 Woodsong Lane, Fort Myers, FL 33908 Shell Point Life | September 2016

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Some individualized discussions included an investment review, estate planning, income tax planning, and practical financial strategies for the widowed.

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Sandy Elbaum (Lucina) specifically appreciated the Money Week estate planning day. “Moving from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Shell Point was an important decision, and I am thrilled with my choice,” she said.

“Since I have made Florida my domicile, I wanted to be sure that my documents would be honored here and are up to date. Being

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“Because of all of the help, the store ran like a well-oiled machine,” said Dianne Morton, Transportation manager,

able to ask an attorney these important questions was truly a gift.”

Although Money Week has concluded, The Legacy Foundation remains a guiding resource for daily money management, estate and fiduciary services, philanthropic planning, and more. If you would like to learn about the programs and services offered by The Legacy Foundation, please contact the office at 466-8484 or stop by to schedule an appointment with Jeff Cory, CFP. The Legacy Foundation office is located next to the Manatee Room on The Island.

Celebrating 5 Years! who oversees store operations. “We also arranged a cash-only register, which helped ease the check-out time tremendously.”

This sale was a celebration, with colorful balloons decorating the store. On the first day of the sale, customers were lined up outside the store, eagerly awaiting the doors to open; it was by far the busiest day.

Publicity to get the word out played a huge role, both at Shell Point and in the area newspapers.

Door prizes were given away daily for free Five Guys Burgers and Fries gift cards.

There was a drawing for Shell Point Summer Concert Series tickets, and two lucky winners received two free tickets each to Shell Point concerts this summer. In addition, customers were treated to free packets of gum.

“This is like Black Friday at Macy’s,” said one customer. Others claimed, “I love everything here,” and “It’s the best I’ve ever seen.”

Some customers especially liked the prices, or the beautiful displays and friendly staff.

Thanks to all who participated – we appreciate you!

Focus on Essential Oils

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Therapy is one of the best choices you can make to address chronic pain or an injury. It makes you stronger and helps you move and feel better.

Earlier this year, The Rehabilitation Center at Shell Point began introducing the use of essential oils as a tool to help combat pain. Essential oils, when used as part of a therapy program, have shown great results in fighting inflammation, relaxing muscles, and reducing pain, allowing the patient to achieve greater range of motion and increase the number of repetitions with therapeutic exercises.

Essential oils are natural aromatic compounds found in the flowers, stems, seeds, roots, bark, and other parts of plants.

From these plants, the essential oils are extracted by a steam distillation process.

Aromatherapy is the clinical use of essential oils from plants for healing.

Although the word “aroma” may sound as if the oils are inhaled, they can also be massaged into the skin. As part of a therapy treatment, the essential oils are most often mixed with a carrier oil, such as coconut oil or lotion, and applied topically during a massage or soft-tissue mobilization to treat both muscle and neuralgia pain.

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The therapy team works closely with each patient and his/her provider to determine if using essential oils is the best treatment. “We have had no adverse reactions, and most patients report fastacting results, allowing them to progress through their treatment plan with the least amount of pain, leading to a speedier recovery,” said Christine Gulotta, director of Therapy.

On the mend

In the early spring, Joy Ellyn Ryan (Junonia) noticed she was living with increasing pain. At first she ignored the pain, thinking it would just go away, but she quickly found herself decreasing many of her daily activities. “Because my gait and balance were affected, I stopped dancing and participating in my weekly exercise program,” Joy Ellyn said.

Outpatient physical therapy was recommended, so she began seeing a physical therapist several times a week. Through these services, As part of occupational therapy, she gained strength and mobilJoy Ellyn Ryan has benefited ity, and relearned how to use from the use of essential oils. her muscles to fully support her spine for improved posture.

In addition, she increased her mobility and flexibility.

As the pain in her back decreased, Joy Ellyn became more acutely aware of the restricted use of her right hand.

An x-ray was ordered, as well as occupational therapy. She had learned how to do many activities of daily living, such as brushing her teeth, with her left hand as a way of compen-

Ways to combat pain through therapy include: • Strengthening exercises • Low-impact aerobic training • Stretching • Pain relief exercises • Heat and ice packs • Soft tissue mobilization • Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) and ultrasound • Aquatic exercises • Essential oils

sating for pain and lack of strength in her right hand.

“In the pre-test, I was shocked that I could not lift or even grip a one-pound weight. It was no wonder that I had been unable to hold a book or shuffle cards,” she said.

“But the quickest and greatest improvements were realized after the introduction of essential oils,” said Joy Ellyn. “I now feel like a fully functioning individual, enjoying everyday activities without assistance and without disabling pain.”

Since finishing physical and occupational therapy, Joy Ellyn has taken up a new pastime and is enjoying playing pickleball three days a week!

“For those suffering from the burdens of chronic or acute pain related to a recent surgery or injury, essential oils provide another effective tool for relieving pain and improving the patient’s overall quality of life,” said Dr. David Nesselroade of the J. Howard Wood Medical Center. When ordered by your medical provider, these services are covered by Medicare.

To learn more about this program, contact The Rehabilitation Center at Shell Point at (239) 454-2256.

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Just as you don’t have to be connected to a phone line to use a cell phone, you don’t have to be connected to a network cable to use a wireless mobile device.

The term Wi-Fi is often used to describe wireless networks; or you might hear a wireless network referred to as a wireless local

area network (WLAN), and some people prefer to switch the acronym around to call it a local area wireless network (LAWN).

WLANs/LAWNs share bandwidth among multiple devices, and each of the mobile devices that belong to a single wireless network must have the same service set identifier (SSID).

In the wireless world, an access point (AP) performs two functions: • It acts as a central connection point for all your mobile devices that have wireless network adapters. In effect, the wireless AP performs essentially the same function as a hub or switch performs for a wired network.

• It links your wireless network to your existing wired network so your wired devices, such as desktops, Ooma, printers, and your wireless mobile devices, talk to each other and get along like one big happy family.

Enjoy your wireless life online, and contact the Shell Point Technical Support Services team at (239) 454-2190 anytime you need our assistance.

SeniorTV is a bulk television distribution system, with more than 20 years serving retirement and long term care communities.

Through SeniorTV, Shell Point residents receive customized channel line-ups, an on-screen channel guide, and more.

This vendor has scheduled installation and roll-out of a new TV system new stations will be added, on September 7. “We are going through a ‘forklift’ upgrade, so almost all of the including Spike TV, NBA TV, 120 channels available to Shell Point SEC Network, Velocity, Starz plus residents will be transmitted in high Starz Edge/Comedy/Cinema, and definition, compared to the 40 that are HD now,” said Peter Burt, manager of MUSIC — At no additional cost.

Technical Support Services.

In addition, many new stations will be added, including Spike TV, NBA TV, SEC Network, Velocity, Starz plus Starz Edge/Comedy/Cinema, Reelz, Sundance, Starz Family and Kids, and several music channels. There is no additional cost to the residents or to Shell Point for this upgrade.

“The new system will include remote management capability of the control equipment,” Peter said. “For instance, if a channel freezes, we will be able to reset it remotely, rather than having to make a trip to the Chiller Plant. This is especially beneficial when something goes wrong after hours.”

To accommodate these changes, every TV, TIVO, and set-top box will need to be reprogrammed. Be sure to watch SPTV the week of August 26-28 and on September 4 for instructions about how to program your TV. If you have questions or cannot follow the procedure, please call (239) 454-2190 to place an order for assistance from Technical Support Services.

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The appearance of each of these hairlines will vary if your hair is coarse or fine, thick or thin.

For example, if your goal is fullness and your hair is fine or thin, it is best to retain some length and not go too short with the layers. If you prefer “wash and go,” short is just the ticket.

Today’s short styles are often accented with hair color variation for added pizzazz. Hair color is naturally darker in the nape than in the crown.

The difference in color can be subtle or dramatic, depending on how daring you are.

Would you like to consider changing your neckline? Consult with your stylist to determine what will work best for you. Consultations are always complimentary at the Shell Point salons!

2. Graduated This is a superb look for a bob. Today’s bob tends to be longer or less layered in the front than in the back. Graduation provides for lots of movement and texture in the style. But if hair is too fine or thin, this would not be the best choice.

3. Tapered A classic pixie will always have a tapered neckline. A taper can be super short or on the longer side, as illustrated in this photo. This neckline can be combined with varied lengths at the crown and through the front of the style for an abundance of “looks.”

1. Stacked with Fringe This hairstyle shape follows the curve of the head, with the length increasing at the occipital bone, which is about halfway between the nape of the neck and the top of the head. The added length provides additional fullness and a flattering profile. This neckline shows a modest fringe, but it easily can be a little longer for added softness. This is a wonderful shape if you have a low hairline; however, if your hairline is challenged with strong cowlicks, fringe is not usually the way to go.

FREE travel-size Biolage SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER with a woman’s haircut.

Your gift!

(while supplies last)

Skincare Introductory Special Resurfacing Technology Without the Down Time

Marianne Dabinett

Massage therapist Marianne Dabinett has been helping bodies feel better and heal faster at Shell Point the past six years. Also, as a licensed skin care professional (aesthetician), she is certified to provide PowerDerm Kinetic Dermabrasion, a patented resurfacing technology without the down time.

Skin health and tone are improved by a dramatic increase in epidermal circulation, which flushes the skin’s toxins, while increasing the flow of blood nutrients to maintain healthy rebuilding of the underlying skin structure.

This is ideal for someone with excess dry skin or skin that feels a little rough to the touch. Following the treatment, your skin will feel soft and smooth.

For appointments, call (239) 489-8400

PowerDerm Kinetic Dermabrasion

September Special $65 ($10 off the regular $75 price)

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Finding Your Way Shell Point’s expansive campus at your fingertips

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As residents and friends know, Shell Point is unique in many ways. One of its greatest features is its expansive 600acre campus and the dozens of facilities and amenities offered within. As our community continues to grow, navigating the property can sometimes seem daunting. This is especially true for newer residents and visitors.

To aid in both navigation and discovery, Shell Point has created an online interactive mapping system that is now

available to all through the internet.

Residents can access the tool through our website at http://www.shellpoint.net/map.

There you will find a three-dimensional representation of our campus rendered in great detail and containing all the features that make our community one of a kind.

Once you visit the website, you will find two main sections: a map view is displayed on the right side of the page, and a legend tool is located on the left. The map view can be zoomed in The new online interactive campus map can help and out with your mouse, you locate restaurants, meeting rooms, and more. or by using the plus (+) and minus (-) buttons in the upper right-hand corner of the map window.

To search features on the map, explore the legend on the left-hand side of the window. Campus features and amenities have been grouped by categories. If you click the arrow preceding the category name, you can explore the available fea36

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tures contained therein. For example, the “Amenities” category contains features such as “Boating,” “Computer Centers,” “Creativity Center,” “Dining,” etc.

By checking the small white box to the right of a feature or category, marker icons will appear on the map representing their locations. By clicking on the marker icon, detailed information about that feature will be displayed.

Another exciting feature of the interactive mapping system is the multiple floor display tool. Located in the upper-left corner of the map window, a small white box contains an up and down arrow. Clicking here will reveal the internal layout of our residential structures along with address information.

Perhaps the easiest way to navigate the map is the search tool located just above the legend. Simply enter a location or address, select from the matching features, and a marker icon will appear on the map.

This is an ongoing project, and we plan to add features in the future. Feel free to explore the map and provide feedback via email to webmaster@shellpoint.net.

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His activity, however, is not random; it’s quite purposeful. It’s usually playful, but it’s always exploratory and experimental.

He is trying to find out how things work and what happens when he tries certain things.

When he discovers a connection between his action and a consequence in his surroundings, he’s likely to repeat it – again, and again, and again!

All of his activity is about learning. He’s a pint-sized explorer, a miniature Magellan.

He reminds me of most Shell Point residents. The level of activity is remarkable.

It’s one of the things that has surprised me the most since coming here about three and a half years ago. Residents are always on the go. And much of it – even at the other end of life’s spectrum from little Andrew – is all about learning, exploration, and discovery.

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One of the things we have learned (yes, it’s all about learning) as we have begun to unpack that mission statement is that the community we aspire to be is a learning community. One of the chief passages that we turn to in helping us to understand what a genuine Christian community looks like is Acts 2:42-47. The first element mentioned is about education, about learning: And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching... (Acts 2:42, ESV) The apostles, of course, were teaching the things of God, the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Their textbook was the Bible. They used the Old Testament (the only Bible they had at the time) and showed how everything the Law and the Prophets said pointed to Christ. And they themselves wrote what would become the New Testament.

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The Greek word for “disciple” means “student” or “learner.” It’s not surprising that, through the centuries, the church has been at the forefront of education, of learning.

We were created to be learners (as is evident from observing little Andrew). And as Christians, even more, we are redeemed to be learners.

The Village Church is a teaching/ learning partner with the Shell Point community. Whether it’s from the pulpit on Sundays, in our Christian Life studies, in our small-group Bible studies, in Alpha, in our involvement in the Shell Point Academy for Lifelong Learning, and in many other ways – we seek to fulfill our calling to be a learning community.

What an incredible opportunity – to be in a community where learning about the things of God is so readily accessible. May God bless your pursuit of knowledge in all of its dimensions!

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Did you know…

• Word square puzzles were found in the ruins of Pompeii.

• Crosswords were banned in Paris during World War II so they could not be used to pass secret messages to the enemy.

• The Guinness Book of World Records lists the largest ever crossword as 7 square feet in size, with 91,000 squares and 28,000 clues.

• In a New York Times puzzle by Jeremiah Farrell, published on election day in 1996, one of the clues read “Mister President” (7 letters); both CLINTON and BOBDOLE fit.

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WOMEN’S MINISTRIES

T he Lucy Show Bible Study NO BOOKS, NO HOMEWORK, JUST FUN & LEARNING!

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Do you remember the “I Love Lucy” show, staring Lucille Ball? Come to understand why we’re bringing Lucy back on four Thursday mornings, starting October 6; it’s the same good reason the “Lucy Show Special” was broadcast last May. All women are invited to learn from Lucy as she schemes and gets caught in her own worries and deceptions. We will watch the original videos, then discuss God’s plan for our lives as we get caught up in worry,

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Join us in the Hospitality Room of The Village Church at 9:30 a.m. on any of the following Thursday mornings that you’re available. There’s no homework; just plan to arrive early for coffee and fellowship: • October 6: Lucy schemes to get rich quick – if she doesn’t get caught first.

• October 13: Lucy uses a few disguises to launch a wacky plan when she fears losing her job.

• October 27: Lucy sees dollar signs

as she fakes illness to leave work for a big store sale, but she tells her boss that she’s seeing spots.

• November 3: Gomer Pyle joins the show as Lucy receives a military draft notice.

Call Peggy Zimmerman, coordinator of the Spiritual Growth Committee of the Women’s Ministry, at (239) 785-0009 if you are interested in attending or have any questions. You also may sign up in the church narthex on Sunday, September 18 and 25.

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The employees of Shell Point work, often behind the scenes, 24/7/365 days a year. Without them, the life we enjoy as residents in this place we call home would not exist. So how do we support them in real, practical ways?

One way The Village Church helps is by providing an employee chaplain as a service to Shell Point staff. Scott Eding came into that position at the end of November 2015, and Women’s Ministries is happy to give him a chance to share his work, his involvement, and his heart with you.

On Wednesday, September 14, all are invited to a special Global Outreach meeting, as we hear Scott talk about the many ways he reaches into the lives of our special workers.

He will also give you ideas about ways you can touch lives, directly and indirectly.

Show you care – invite a friend and join us in the Hospitality Room of The Village Church at 10:00 a.m. for refreshments, and then at 10:15 a.m. for an opportunity to meet Chaplain Scott Eding.

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Announcing 2016-2017

An Inspirational Concert Series presented by The Village Church Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers Chamber Chorus Sunday, November 13, at 6:15 p.m.

Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers Chamber Chorus and the debut of the Mastersingers City of Palms Youth Choir present a festive celebration of sacred songs under the baton of Jeff Faux and Matt Koller.

A Christmas Celebration Sunday, December 11, at 6:15 p.m.

Under the direction of Minister of Worship and Music Randy Woods, the joy of the season will resonate throughout the church sanctuary as the 100 voices of the Village Church Choir, the Celebration Ringers, and the Southwest Florida Festival Orchestra present A Christmas Celebration, featuring Hal Hopson’s classic arrangements.

Tim Zimmerman & The King’s Brass Sunday, January 8, at 6:15 p.m.

Tim Zimmerman & The King’s Brass will begin the New Year with an inspirational concert of classic hymn arrangements with a contemporary flair – a program of innovative worship to be enjoyed by all generations.

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ith festive chorus, orchestra, brass, and drama offerings, the 2016-2017 Season of Praise Concert Series is about to begin, celebrating God’s continuing work of renewing and refreshing His people.

As in the past, inspirational concerts and worship celebrations are part of the ongoing ministry of The Village Church.

As residents and friends join together each week for worship services, opportunities to grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord abound and provide spiritual renewal and refreshment.

The Village Church will host a mixture of inspirational worship experiences highlighted by the 2016-2017 Season of Praise Concert Series. “It is a joy for us to present and partner with guest artists who encourage and inspire us with the artistic expressions of their faith,” said Randy Woods, Minister of Worship and Music.

The financial resources needed to support this ministry have increased significantly in recent years. This year, the Alliance Development Fund (ADF, a supporting organization

Ballet Magnificat: Deliver Us Thursday, February 2, at 7:15 p.m.

The art of dance and drama will take the stage as Ballet Magnificat presents Deliver Us, their most popular and longest touring ballet – a vivid prophetic picture pointing to the Easter story and God’s love for all people.

Of Wardrobes and Rings, an Evening with C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien Sunday, March 12, at 6:15 p.m.

Enjoy this dramatic presentation of two men engaging in a robust philosophical discourse, tempered by thawing humor, confession, and reconciliation.

Easter Celebration with Stuart Neill Sunday, April 16, 6:15 p.m.

Internationally acclaimed tenor soloist Stuart A. Neill sings classic hymns, sacred arias, and art songs in a spectacular evening concert celebration of the joy of Easter expressed in song. All are also invited to hear Neill at the Easter Morning Worship Celebration at 10:15 a.m., hailed as stunning, virtuoso, fiery, and astonishing – all for the glory of God.

of The Christian and Missionary Alliance) has offered to partner with The Village Church to subsidize the concert series so the cost of tickets will not increase. The ADF ministry provides Alliance churches access to affordable financing to construct, expand, and remodel facilities that support church growth and changing ministry needs. This partnership with The Village Church at Shell Point has provided funding for the concert series to continue as in the past, encouraging and inspiring many through the ministry of sacred song.

“This partnership is greatly appreciated,” Randy said. “It is a privilege and delight for our congregation to associate ADF with our church family, friends, and community.”

Attendance at all concerts requires the purchase of nonrefundable $10 tickets, which will be available at the church office beginning Monday, October 3, or go online at www.shellpoint.org/ seasonofpraise. Watch your mailbox for complete details coming soon; for more information, please call (239) 454-2147.

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Flower Power

Giving Back: Blooms for Larsen Pavilion Residents B y M o r g a n C l a y m a n , A ss i st e d L i v i n g A c t i v i t i e s S u p e r v i s o r

In celebration of July’s “National Make Someone Smile Week,” all three assisted living buildings at Shell Point participated in a special activity to bring joy to the residents of the Larsen Pavilion.

Over the course of three days, assisted living residents gathered to craft 170 fresh floral bouquets to distribute to every one of our neighbors residing in our skilled nursing facility. The bouquets were delivered with well wishes, bringing joy and smiles to all.

Sherry Edmondson, Activities leader at The Arbor, commented on the positive effects that enriched the sense of community across campus for all involved. “Giving the residents a chance to make and deliver the bouquets themselves, and encouraging interactions and an exchange of love and care, made this experience so special,” she said.

This was the first in a new series of events that will inspire residents to take part in a variety of assistance projects. In

the coming months, the “Give Back series” will consist of projects in association with The Humane Society, The Linus Project, and Capes for Kids, among other exciting programming.

Many of our assisted living residents have devoted much of their lives to volunteerism and charity work, and this “Give Back series” will grant them the chance to continue making an impact in the community.