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Submitted by Paul WheatSun City Center will again

observe our traditional Memorial Day Ceremony starting at 10:00 a.m. Monday, May 30th in the Borini Theater at the Kings Point Clubhouse, Sun City Center. Doors will open at 9:00 a.m. for open general attendance seating. We request that all invited guests with reserved seating be seated no later than 9:45 a.m. This ceremony is sponsored by

the combined military veterans’ organizations of Sun City Center and is supported by the joint efforts of many participating community service organizations.The focus of this Memorial

Day ceremony is to honor all community veterans with special tribute paid to those veterans who have died since May, 2010. To date there are over 130 such veterans to be recognized by a Last Roll Call which will be conducted concurrently with our traditional Sun City Center Living Flag Tribute. Our featured speaker will be

Captain Harry T. Powers, US Navy

Retired, with some thirty years of submarine service. Captain Powers is a World War II veteran with a very impressive biography. On D-Day minus one he landed on Omaha Beach at Pointe Du Hoc, Normandy, France. He led a United States intelligence force frog team of 25 men of which only eight survived. For this combat operation he was awarded the Navy Silver Star. He graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy,

attended the Nuclear Power School and Naval War College, earned a degree in nuclear physics from Harvard University, and now lives in Sun City Center.A musical interlude and tribute

to the military services will be provided by the Trinity Baptist Church Choir directed by Rev. James Feist. Colors will be presented by the East Bay High School Jr. R.O.T.C. and members of the Ruskin Boy Scout Troop 661

will be placing the wreath at the flagpole outside the auditorium.Our list of deceased veterans

to be recognized is compiled from the daily obituaries posted in Tampa Bay area dailies and input from local Veterans’ organizations. Not all departed veterans are posted for one reason or another and, after our traditional Memorial Day ceremony is over, we do receive queries as to why a departed veteran’s name was missing from the Last Roll-Call and not recognized. As part of our annual tribute

to our deceased veterans, and showing the great spirit of Sun City Center patriotism, the Patriots Club makes arrangements for and funds for the display of U.S. flags on State Route 674. This year the flags will fly for a period of time prior to Memorial Day to after the Fourth of July.If anyone knows of a Sun City

Center veteran who has died in the past year, and who was not listed in a local obituary, please contact Paul Wheat at 813.634.7777.

Memorial Day Ceremony in Borini Theater

The 26th annual Good Samaritan Ball on March 25, 2011 was truly A Ball to Remember for Sun City Center and Kings Point residents and their guests who anticipated something special as they enjoyed the Champagne welcome in the lobby of the Kings Point Borini Theater before the hall doors were opened. Three hundred seventy-six guests entered the ballroom through an elaborate canopy of delicate fabric laced with sparkling lights - an entrance fitting royalty. Upon entering, they were swept back in time to a Cinderella romance. The sides of the hall and the stage were aglow with the same “starry night” theme. Tropical foliage added to the romantic feeling in the air. Above it all, the “Share the Love” theme was illuminated on the front curtains in white lights. Not a single detail was overlooked with the unequivocally stellar and immaculate decorations. Guests were seated at tables

covered with powder white linen and matching seats adorned

with colored coordinated sashes and napkins. Each table center piece held massive life-like lighted martini glasses filled with silver streamers to resemble an evening of celebration. The beautiful tables included wines with custom labels especially recognizing the event.The tables overflowed with

camaraderie and festive laughter and great cuisine. The floor spilled with activity from the wonderful music provided by DeLeon Entertainment. Everyone celebrated and danced as if they had found their first love.At the intermission, the table

captains surprised those at their table with illuminated glow sticks and a copy of the words to “Turn On Your Heartlights.” As everyone sang, the color coordinated glow sticks were twirled in the air creating a spectacular light show and a heartfelt memory. The 26th Annual Good

Samaritan Ball raised $26,266 for Samaritan Services, Inc. a 501(c)3 charitable organization

that provides free services including transportation with SCC-RIDE to doctor appointments both locally and as far away as Tampa, Brandon and Bradenton, as well as local transportation for trips to the grocery, pharmacy, doctors, and other locations for people who are no longer able to drive themselves. They coordinate meal services with South Bay Hospital and the Woman’s Club, provide financial assistance, respite care and answer medical questions.

Samaritans Alzheimer’s Auxiliary has extensive services available for those diagnosed with Alzheimer’s.Next year’s Good Samaritan

Ball is scheduled for March 30, 2012. Co-chairs are needed for this event. If you are interested in either chairing or being on the committee, please contact Samaritan Services at 634-9283. Darlene and Larry Meadows who co-chaired this spectacular event will be pleased to provide information and details to next year’s volunteers 633-7173.

A Ball to Remember

Photo by James Corwin JohnsonGuests twirl illuminated glow sticks as they sing “Turn On Your Heartlights”

Memorial Day May 30th

Happy M ther’s Day

2 Page The News of Kings Point May, 2011

Beginning in June 2011, the News of Kings Point will debut a new feature called: “Where in the World is the News of Kings Point.”

We know many of you folks love to travel almost as much as our resident wanderer, Eddie Dixon. So, when you go on the road or on that cruise in the coming months,

be sure to take along your NOKP. Snap a photo of you or a loved one holding up the paper with the News of Kings Point header visible and send a digital image

Submissions The News of Kings Point is not just the news of your community – it is your community newspaper, exclusively serving Kings Point, Sun City Center. We are dedicated to providing a local paper that has a “home

town” feeling with family and community oriented stories. We aim to provide a balance of content for our readers. It is our desire to represent each and every person, business and organization with respect, dignity and fairness.Send us information about your special events. Tell us about

your hobbies and take us to places you love to go. Community news, Club events and feature stories are always welcome! Please include photos. Mailed photos will only be returned if a SASE is included.We will also review creative submissions including stories – fact

or fiction – and poems. Inspire us. Make us smile. Share your favorite story, joke or song.The publisher reserves the right to refuse and/or edit all materials

submitted for placement in the News of Kings Point. The publisher assumes no responsibility for the return of advertising, manuscripts, art or photographs. The News of Kings Point is not affiliated with Kings Point, Kings Point Mgmt LLC, Sterling Management or the Federation of Kings Point Associations, Inc. No part of this publication may be reproduced without the written consent of The News of Kings Point, Inc. All editorial copy is strictly the opinion of the author and does not necessarily reflect the attitude or opinions of this publication or that of the supporting organizations. Pieces will be considered, subject to editing and depending upon space limitationsThanks for reading and for helping us make this truly YOUR

community newspaper. We look forward to serving you and can’t wait to hear from you!Electronic submissions are preferred, which you may send by

email to: [email protected] or mail to The News of Kings Point, Inc. PO Box 6212 Sun City Center, Florida 33573-6212

Phone: 813-938-8721 Thank you for your support.Staff and ContributorsAdam Porter Editor in [email protected] Wolf Advertising Sales [email protected] JeanDesign and Layout [email protected]

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TheEditor’s Corner

By Adam Porter, EIC NOKPRemember that playground

game where you had to wait for the volunteer “mother” to direct you, then ask: “Mother may I” before you moved? For some reason, as Mother’s Day approaches this year, that game popped into my mind.I haven’t played it in years.

And, if the folks eliminating recess at school have their way, my kids and grandkids may never learn the game. So, why is it suddenly front and center in my thoughts? Perhaps, because as I look around lately, I see so many folks taking on the responsibility of parenting their parents. It happens to most of us sooner or later. One day we’re asking mom and dad to borrow the car keys and then – POOF – the years go by and we’re asking them to turn their keys over for the last time.Of course, I thought, “Not

me, I’ve got YEARS before I’m having that conversation.” God willing, that’s true. But I haven’t gone a week lately where I haven’t spoken to someone who is in that situation. Folks who found themselves, repeatedly, asking: “Mom, did you remember to take your pills today?” “Dad, where are you going with that?”Maybe you or someone you

know is one of those folks. Maybe you are on the other end of the conversation and suddenly the children you raised are on your case about everything. When did they decide they knew what’s best for you, anyway? Take these. Don’t eat that. You better not try that. Where are you going? Are you sure you’re up to it?Guess what friends. No one is

comfortable – but that certainly doesn’t change the reality. In the playground game, if you forget to ask Mother’s favor,

you’re out – and likely off to find another game. In life, the consequences are much more serious. Like the game, no one is happy when they have to obey someone who is only acting like their mother…especially if that person has always called them “mom.” But, regardless, sooner or later most of us have to deal with this role reversal.If that happens to be you

this Mother’s Day, stop for a moment – no matter what side of the equation you are on – and give whichever loved one who is aggravating you today a hug and a sincere thank you. If you’re hugging your mom, then you know she deserves it. Nuff said. If you’re hugging your kids or your caregiver, you know they deserve it too – even if they can be a little bossy now and then.The hugs may not make

the role reversal any more comfortable for anyone involved, but at least it will remind everyone that we are all deserving of love, grace and arms outstretched in affection. And, if that doesn’t work, take a moment to think of those folks in our community who hug parents and children who can’t hug back, who offer love, affection and conversation to family members who no longer have it in them to reciprocate. That’s the sort of perspective that can help you appreciate even the most “stubborn mom” or “nosy kids”.And remember what mom

always said when she was doling out the tough love...“I’m doing this for your own good.” Of course, she was right…and

Mother may still be…but then again, mom, your kids grew up pretty smart too, so you might want to listen to them. After all…somebody did a good job raising us.

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Did we mention…THERE’S A PRIZE!!!!

The esteemed travel experts at Legendary Journeys have generously agreed to sponsor this new feature by donating a ONE-WEEK CARIBBEAN CRUISE. That’s right! Each year we will be drawing a name from our submitted photos and some lucky traveler will cruise the Caribbean courtesy of Legendary Journeys and NOKP.

Contest runs from May 1, 2011 to April 31, 2012,

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The Patriots Club is placing new flags along S.R. 674 to help kick-off the Sun City Center 50th Anniversary Celebration Parade. The Flags will remain up to Commemorate Memorial Day, Flag Day, and the 4th of July.

STORMS THIS TIME OF THE YEAROFTEN BLOW A FLAG OFF

THE LIGHT POLE. IF YOU FIND ONE OF

THESE FLAGS ALONG S.R. 674PLEASE TURN IT INTO

THE SECURITY PATROL OFFICE (and please give the location).

Thank you. Dave Floyd Patriots Club Publicity Chairman

Shown installing the new Flags on the poles are Patriots Club members Dick Person, Don Renwick and David Floyd

Flags along S.R. 674

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Lifestyle for the Young at Heart—that’s the theme of Sun City Center’s year-long 50th Anniversary celebration. Del Webb broke ground here May 1961. Special events are planned for each month from May 2011 through April 2011. Each month’s events will be publicized the prior month. A commemorative book with the full year calendar of events is also being mailed to all SCC Community Association members. Whatever your plans are for May 1, May 15, and May 17, they should include the following three May eventsSunday, May 1, 1 p.m. – Parade

and PicnicThe celebration kickoff will be

marked by church bells and a fantastic parade that begins at the SCC Community Association’s Central Campus, 1010 N. Pebble Beach. Well over 50 participating groups—bands, dignitaries, floats, vintage cars, horses, dancers, clowns, decorated vehicles—will make a two-mile loop starting south on N. Pebble Beach to Rickenbacker, Valley Forge, La Jolla, Cherry Hills and north on Pebble Beach. Expected to join the parade are the four bicycle riders now participating in the Sammy Rides trek from Sun City, Arizona. The riders flew west, then started pedaling from Sun City, Arizona March 2. They are scheduled to arrive here in time to join the celebration kickoff festivities..

In the parade’s first car will be Grand Marshal Steve Jerve from WFLA Channel 8. He will ride the parade route in the first car, disembark at the bandstand on Cherry Hills and announce participants in the parade as they pass there and return to the starting point. Jerve has been Chief Meteorologist for The Storm Team since 1998. He brings us the weekday weather forecasts at 5, 5:30, 6 and 11 p.m.

Following the parade, everyone is invited to the Central Campus courtyard to continue the fun with a community picnic (2:30

– 4:30 p.m.) sponsored by Minto Communities. For only 50 cents, you will be treated to a hot dog, chips and a drink. Free Italian Ice mini-cones will also be available. The Dukes, a popular music duo will be performing during the picnic with their “rocking” style of entertainment.The United Community Church

(LaJolla and N. Pebble Beach Blvd.) is graciously making its parking lot available to viewers starting anytime after noon on May 1. The accompanying map will help you plan parking and viewing locations. Parade coordinator: Roxann Seeley 813-746-1350 or email [email protected]. Picnic coordinator: Judy Schings 813-642-2001 or email [email protected], May 15, 2:30 p.m. – “The

Joy of Jazz” ConcertThe Sarasota Jazz Project, a

professional orchestra featuring some of Florida’s top jazz soloists, will present a two-hour concert at the Sun City Center Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd.

Hear swing, ballads, be-bop, vocals, classics and familiar tunes set to new and exciting jazz band arrangements. $10 tickets are on sale at the Community Association office, 1010 N. Pebble Beach Blvd. Concert coordinator: Judy Schings 813-642-2001 or email [email protected]

Tuesday, May 17, 4 – 6 p.m. – Del Webb’s Birthday PartyJoin the fun at a birthday party

for Sun City Center’s founder, Del Webb, , who was born May 27, 1899. There will be a dedication of the Old Town Hall building and free birthday cake for everyone at the Community Assoc iation’s Central Campus, 1010 N. Pebble Beach Blvd. Party coordinators: Linda and John Bowker, 813-633-1427 or email [email protected]

Sun City Center 50th Anniversary Fun Begins in May

Steve Jerve, Chief Meteorologist for Channel 8, will be Grand Marshal for the parade onMay 1

May 1 Parade Route

The Sarasota Jazz Project will perform on May 15.

A community birthday partywill honor SCC founder Del Webb on May 17.

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Submitted by Deputy Chris Girard (with NOKP staff)Hello to all the residents of Sun

City Center and Kings Point and all the new friends I’ve made during nearly a year serving you here in SCC. Sun City Center and Kings Point

are both extraordinary, distinct communities. I have been very impressed with the organization, structure and intense level of community involvement here. It is unique privilege to serve you, and I look forward to getting to know all of you better and to meeting the new folks who will be moving into our community in the coming months.With the end of the school

year approaching and the sunny days of summer nearly upon us, I thought it would be a good idea to review one concern that all of us share: the safe operation of golf carts.Unfortunately, I have had

to issue several citations and warnings, most for failure to stop at posted signs but also for unsafe driving and riding practices. These include operating carts with small children in the driver’s lap, allowing children to stand on seats or hang off the back and reckless driving by teenage operators. The consequences of these actions can be tragic. Please keep this in mind as many

of you will have grandchildren visiting this coming summer.Here are a few tips that will

help to ensure cart safety this summer:• Treat the cart as you would

any other motor vehicle. The same rules of the road apply.• Watch for other motor

vehicle operators, they may not hear or see you.• Be certain all passengers are

seated and that the cart has no more riders than it does seats.* Children who would ride in a

car seat in your car should also be in one when riding in your golf cart.• Before allowing teenage

children or grandchildren to operate your cart, consider the maturity level of the child and his or her friends. Even good kids are subject to peer pressure and showing off.Thanks again for all you do to

help make our community a fun and safe place to live.

Deputy Chris

Summer Cart SafetyLook Who

Is Coming To T o w n ? ? ? ? Yes, Steve Otto from the Tampa Tribune will be the moderator for the Community Church College Spelling Bee on Friday, May 13, 2011 @ 7:00PM at the United Community Church College, 1501 La Jolla Avenue, Sun City Center.Steve is a child of the islands.That’s right, he was born at

Tampa General Hospital on Davis Islands. Born into a military family, they eventually moved to Japan and kept on going. “Every two or three years we were loading up everything in boxes’’ he says of a life that moved them from Japan to South Dakota, on to Germany and back to Nebraska.He did come back to Florida

long enough to graduate from high school and started college before going off into the Air Force and spending three more years overseas.Back in Florida, he returned to

USF and took a part-time job with the Tampa Times, the afternoon newspaper.It was the beginning of a career

that would go from sports writing

to feature writing to politics. At one point he was the movie reviewer, the restaurant reviewer, the TV reviewer and was wrote an “on the town” column. “If it moved I reviewed it,’’ he said. Now in his 42nd year in the

business, his column has taken him across the country more than a dozen times writing about the American scene.He has covered more than 10

national political conventions, taken chili teams to the world championships in a Texas ghost town, followed the Oregon Trail, whipped Moses (Charlton Heston) in tennis, been on an expedition to the Everglades to find the Skunk Ape, and interviewed everyone from the world’s oldest man to the Human Blockhead.He is the author of two books

about Florida and Tampa Bay. He is married to the Frau, and they have three boys.We urge you to register as a

speller at no cost to you. On the other hand, be a sponsor for a speller at $100. We urge you to join us for a great evening of entertainment; ticket cost is $10 and are available for purchase at the door. To register as a sponsor or speller, please contact Dean Sally Erath at the college 813.634.8607 or home at 813.634.8460. All proceeds to benefit the College.

Spectacular Spelling Bee

Steve Otto,Photo Courtesy of the Tampa Tribune

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The Sun City Center Softball Club completed their Spring 2011 season on April 2, 2011. Upon completion of the regular season schedule, the top four teams (Roadrunners, Bunkers, Bambinos and Bearcats) competed in the season playoff tournament. In the first game of the playoffs, the Spring season’s number 1 team, the Roadrunners managed by Clyde Hancock, played the number 4 team, the Bambinos managed by Sam Thompson. The Bambino’s played a very close game, but the Roadrunner’s managed to pull out a victory in extra innings. In the second game of the playoffs, the number 2 team, the Bunkers managed by Dan Donahue, played and defeated the number 3 team, the Bearcats managed by Doug Seipelt. In the championship game, the Roadrunners played and defeated the Bunkers by a score of 10 to 8 and were declared Club Champions for the Spring 2011 season. It was a great game and a great way to end a terrific season. Congratulations to Clyde Hancock and all the Roadrunners players (Diane Barnes, Steve

Carre, Chuck Ervin, Dom Finelli, Bob Griffith, Ron Leombruno, John Nelson, Don Neste, Dave Poland, Richard Schwindt, and Rod Tannenholz).Beginning April 5, 2011 and

continuing throughout the Summer months, pickup games are played every Tuesday and Friday, beginning at 9:00 a.m. If you are a resident of either Sun City Center or Kings Point and are interested in playing softball, come and join us for batting and fielding practice on any Monday, beginning at 9:00 a.m. at the softball field. The softball field is located behind Community Hall in the South Campus Sports & Activities Complex. The parking lot is off Weatherford Drive and adjacent to the tennis courts and horseshoe pits. Softball Club membership is open to men (55 and older) and women (50 and older) who are residents of either Sun City Center or Kings Point. If you have questions about the Club, contact Walt Drugan at 813.642.9135 or visit the Sun City Center Softball Club website at www.suncitycentersoftball.org for further details.

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Cat food donations neededThe local C.A.R.E. no-Kill animal shelter is sponsoring a special food collection drive of unopened bags and/or cans of cat food during the spring and summer months. The food collection drive is part of a partnership between C.A.R.E. and the local cat welfare organization Feline Folks. The food will be used to help feed the many homeless cats in the local South Shore area, many of whom are awaiting spay-neuter surgery with the the Feline Folks OFF clinic held monthly at C.A.R.E. Donations of cat food may be dropped off at the shelter, 1528 27th Street S.E. in Ruskin any Tues-Sat between the hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Food collection boxes are located just inside the shelter’s main gate in a well marked metal shed next to the driveway and donors do not need to make an appointment to drop off donations. Questions or directions to the shelter may be directed to C.A.R.E. at 645-2273 or to Feline Folks at 813.944.7651.

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Course: RiversidePlay: a-Skins

(plus awards for natural birdies)FLIGHT #1

1st: Charlie Strimpell, 3 skins2nd: Dick Ihrke, 2 skins

3rd: 1 skin eachJim Sari, Cheryl Sari & Tom Kirchen

Low-net: Cheryl Sari, 67 Low-gross: Tom Kirchen, 87

Birds: Tom Kirchen, 2FLIGHT #2

1st: 3 skins each – Bill Cundy & Rex Gibbons

2nd: 2 skins each Dave Britton & Rich Lucidi

3rd: 1 skin – Gene TerryLow-net: Rex Gibbons, 66

Low-gross: Dave Britton, 84

Monday, 4/4/2011Course: Summerfield

Play: a-Skins1st: Charlie Strimpell, 3 skins

2nd: tied @ 2 skins eachTom Convery & Dave Britton

3rd: tied at 1 skin each Trav Lansberry & Woody Nelson

Low-net: Tom Convery, 71Low-gross: tied @ 93’s

Tom Convery & Dave Briton

Saturday, 4/9/2011Course: Apollo Beach

Play: bingo, bango, bongo1st: Paul Maki

Friday, 4/8/2011Course: Buffalo Creek

Play: h-Skins1st: 2 skins each – Syl Amos,

John Lackey & Denny Wintersteen2nd: 1 skin – Ann McTavish

Low-net: Denny Wintersteen, 61Low-gross: Denny Wintersteen, 81

Tuesday, 4/12/2011Course: Riverside

Play: low net1st: Rich Lucidi, 69 (5 points)

2nd: Rex Gibbons, 71 (5 points)Low-gross: Ron Domcourse, 93

Thursday, 4/14/2011Course: Diamond Hill

Play: Skins1st: tied at 2 skins each – Paul Maki, John Apostolou & Tom Winterstein

2nd: tied at 1 skin each Dick Hatch & Dave BrittonLow-net: Dave Britton, 70

Low-gross: Dave Britton, 84

Saturday, 4/16/2011Course: Imperial Lakewoods

Play: h-skinsFLIGHT #1

1st: Woody Nelson, 4 skins2nd: Paul Maki, 2 skins3rd: tied @ 1 skin each

Tom Kirchen, Ron Doncourse, Dick Hatch & Barry Kolin

Low-net: Woody Nelson, 65 (2 skins)Low-gross: Dave Britton, 87 (2 skins)

FLIGHT #21st: Doug Seipelt – 2 skins2nd: tied @ 1 skin each

Rich Lucidi, Don Peasley & Fred MayesLow-net: Jenice Taylor &

Rex Gibbons, 67’sLow-gross: Terry Seipelt, 85

Monday, 4/18/2011Course: Summerfield

Play: h-Skins1st: tied at 3 skins each – Jenice

Taylor & Rex Gibbons2nd:tied at 2 skins each – Paul Maki

& Denny WintersteenReservations are required to play with the Hogans.

Contact: [email protected] or visit

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Sun City Center & Kings Point residents and their guests.Submitted by: Art Swallow

(Hogans President)

By Julie PomeroyMy daddy has been gone for a

very long time now, but I think if my daddy were still around, he would still be telling war stories from World War II. Bombastic and loud, he was full of energy, and the epitome of everything my momma detested. She was such a lady. A refined Southern Belle. I was the daughter he always wanted, and he was the delight of my life.The very first memory of Daddy

is vivid in my mind. We are twins, my brother Robbie and me, and we were living near a US Military base in Alabama where Daddy was a Captain in the Army. We were two or three. He was taking momma out to the Officer’s Club dressed in his full dress uniform and Momma in her fancy evening dress and heels. Robbie and I were to go to the childcare center on post, and I protested loudly. I wanted to go with Daddy. I never wanted him out of my sight, and this night was no different. I was running. Running across the lawn, I sped toward the dock that stretched out onto the lake at the Club. I remember sprinting out on to the dock with Daddy in close pursuit. “No! No!” I screamed at the top of my lungs.I reached the end of the dock.

He was closing in. In a split second, I made my decision. With all the reasoning that a three-year-old mind could muster, I jumped in! And Daddy jumped in right behind me and literally saved my life! Funny, I can’t remember him

being angry. Maybe he laughed. I do remember that the teeter-totter at the child-care center went ‘round and ‘round, and that it was very late when they came to get us. And, Daddy was wearing a different uniform then.Nearly fifty years later, I was

traveling with my then-husband Steve to an Army class he was taking for a promotion in the Army Reserve. Our 16-year marriage was in grave trouble, and this trip was an attempt to mend

some of the damage created during his deployment during the first Gulf War Conflict. We were near the town of Gadsden, Alabama where Robbie and I were born, and had gone in search of the house listed on my birth certificate, to see if it was still there.We found the house, and he

asked if I wanted to see the post where his classes were. “Sure”, I said, “I’d love to see it.” The town of Anniston is beautiful, and in the fall the colors are amazing. As soon as we approached

the gate, my heart began to pound! “I’ve been here before!” I blurted. “You have?” he asked. “Yes! Let’s find the Officer’s Club. It’s a white wooden building on a lake. There will be a long narrow dock over the water at the bottom of a hill.” As we drove through the winding roads and up and down the hills inside the post, I was holding my breath. For ten minutes we drove, as I craned my neck searching for anything I recognized.As we made our way around

a curve, I saw the building before I ever even saw the sign. “Officer’s Club”, it said. There was the building, just as I had pictured it. The lake and the long narrow dock were there too. And my Daddy was there with me, too. As the memory came flooding back, I could barely breathe. I had been right. And I was sure of another thing. Love is the strongest bond there is. God’s love is the glue that holds us all together. And even subconscious memories are there when we need them. God is storing them there for times when our hearts need reminding - reminding that God has always known me. As a disobedient child, he protected me from sure drowning, even before I knew Him. And when I needed to feel loved by my earthly father, God could do that, too, offering security for me, His Child, at a time in my life when I needed it most.

Submitted by Dean Scott, DVMUnlike people, dogs and

cats don’t cool themselves by sweating. Instead, they pant. When they become too hot internally that panting can’t compensate, then heat stroke can occur—a life-threatening situation.Leaving a pet in the car is one

of the common causes of heat stroke. Even with the windows partially open the temperature in a vehicle can skyrocket in a very short period of time. Having a water bottle in the car will not protect animals from heat stroke.Animals left in un-shaded

areas during the summer also frequently suffer from heat stroke. If the animal must be outside in the sun, shade should be provided, as well as fresh water. A doghouse should not be the sole source of shade since it can act as an oven, retaining heat. Exercising animals on a hot day,

whether running alongside a bike or just chasing a ball around the yard can pre-dispose them to heat stroke. What is normal activity during cooler weather could be hazardous during the summertime.The normal body temperature

of a dog or cat is about 102.5 degrees. With heat stroke it go higher than 110 degrees. When the body temperature reaches 107 degrees, serious injury occurs. Young and elderly animals,

as well as those with heart and lung disease have an increased difficulty with excess heat. Early signs consist of excessive panting, dehydration and depression. As the problem progresses, vomiting and diarrhea can occur and the tongue and gums will become bright red. If the condition continues the pet will become unsteady, stagger and collapse. Seizures, coma and death may follow. The best thing to do is to avoid

those conditions and situations mentioned previously that could lead to heat stroke. If it does happen, it requires immediate therapy. First, remain calm. Getting the pet to veterinarian is imperative, but there are some first aid treatments you can do in the meantime. Move the animal to a cooler

place and wet them down with cold water, either in a bathtub or with a hose. Soaking them with rubbing alcohol is another option. These treatments act like sweating does in humans; they evaporate and cool the body down. A blowing fan will speed the process. Ice packs on the neck, stomach, armpits and groin area are also helpful. The goal is to reduce the animal’s core temperature as quickly as possible. With therapy, when the

temperature gets below 104 degrees, the pet can be towel dried. The temperature regulation center of the brain may not function properly following the heat stroke; therefore a pet should still be taken directly to a veterinarian even if the initial first aid is successful. If is hot enough to make people

sweat, it is hot enough to cause heat stroke in a pet. Restrict exercise during the heat of the day, provide shade and water and do not keep them in confined spaces such as

cars. Heat stroke can be very serious. Prevention is the key.

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Dr. Scott is hard at work on his other “job”. When not at his practice, Dr. Scott is busy creating art for one of his books or for his domain away from home, www.funnyvet.com. We dare you to check it out!

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Kings Point LadiesNifty NinersMarch 31, 2011

Game: Gross ScoreFlight A WinnersLee Leverett 39

(Tie with 44)Nancy Baron 44Sue Watkins 44

Flight B Winners

Lorraine Rings 45Barb Kuxhousen 48

Flight C WinnersAdele Moran 57Karole Reiss 59

Submitted by Lorraine Rings

Falcon Watch 9 hole ladies league named there champion for the year of 2011.

Emma Gaddwas the overall champion with a

gross score of 136,runners up were

June Krueger with 143 and Mary McClafferty with 144.

Emma also won the Kingspoint 9 hole championship net tournament.

Judy-Scheel Fenwick won the first ladies 18 hole Scepter Golf Club Championship shooting a79 - 79 in a two day tournament.Judy has also won the six privious Club Championships at Falcon

Watch Golf Course. Submitted by George Fenwick

Judy-Scheel Fenwick winsScepter Golf Club Championship

Kings Point LadiesNifty NinersApril 14, 2011

Game: Tee to GreenFlight A Winners

(Tie with 23)Lee LeverettEmma Gadd(Tie with 26)

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Barb Kuxhousen 29Flight C WinnersMary Winter 28

Adele Moran 33Submitted by Lorraine Rings

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Investment For more information, please call Ryan R. Hughes at 813.961.6600, Ext. 202, Brownstone Wealth Management Group, 207 E. Robertson St., Ste. A, Brandon, FL 33511.INVEST Financial Corporation is not affiliated with Brownstone Wealth Management Group. INVEST Financial Corporation does not provide tax or legal advice. Please consult your tax and/or legal adviser for guidance on your particular situation. Securities, advisory services and insurance products offered through INVEST Financial Corporation, member FINRA, SIPC, and affiliated insurance agencies.

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In order to make sure your family is adequately protected, it’s important that you purchase the proper amount of life insurance coverage. A common rule of thumb is that you should purchase 5 to 7 times your annual income. Unfortunately, like most rules of thumb, this does not take into account individual circumstances and may leave you with an inadequate amount of insurance.The amount of insurance you

need depends on your current

net worth, the lifestyle you want to provide for your family, and ultimately, your personal desires. First, you should consider how much your family will need every year, being sure to take into account the effects of inflation.Next, total your assets and

other sources of family income. Be sure to include any benefits your family may be entitled to under any pension plans. If your spouse doesn’t work now, you need to consider if he/she would work if you died and how much he/she could earn. Don’t overlook social security survivors’ benefits available to your children under age 18 and to your spouse if he/she does not earn significant wages.Finally, determine how much

life insurance you require. This will depend on how long your family will need this income, what rate of return can be earned on the insurance proceeds, and other factors.Unfortunately, this is not a

calculation that can be made only once. Since your needs will change over time, you should assess your insurance coverage periodically, especially if a major event occurs in your life. Feel free to call me if you need help determining how much life insurance you require.For more information,please call Ryan R. Hughes at 813-961-6600, Ext. 202.Brownstone WealthManagement Group, 207 E. Robertson St., Ste. A,Brandon, FL 33511

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33573 is provided by Jim Taze and his wife, Nell, from items submitted to them for publication. To submit events for future publications, send them by the 15th of the previous month. In addition to information about the event, it should contain cost, or state that it’s Free, and a contact name and/or e-mail address. Limit of six lines maximum. Jim and Nell Taze also publish Ads and Events, a weekly e-mail containing information about what’s happening in 33573. Your event will also appear in the weekly Ads and Events e-mail and on the website www.SCCAdsAndEvents.com. Send all events by e-mail to [email protected]. You only need to submit your Event one time each month for it to appear in both The News of Kings Point and SCC Ads and Events.

PLEASE NOTE: 33573 Contains ONLY information about SPECIAL EVENTS for May, 2011. For WEEKLY, MONTHLY and ON-GOING EVENTS, please go to www.SCCAdsAndEvents.com and click on Weekly and Monthly Meetings.

SUN. MAY 1 - FLAGS WILL BE INSTALLED ON SR 674 TO KICKOFF 50TH ANNIVERSARYPatriots Club will install all new flags on SR 674 to mark Memorial Day, Flag Day and the 4th of July. They are being installed earlier this year to celebrate the start of the 50th Anniversary of SCC. New members are always welcomed at the Patriots Club. Contact Dick Person, Membership Chairman, 633.0255 for information. MON. MAY 2 - GUIDE DOGS: FUNSQUAD 9:15 AM Sharp. Car pooling from the Community Hall parking lot. We will be visiting Southeastern Guide Dogs, near Palmetto, FL. Lunch at the Crab Trap if you choose. Verbal reservations necessary to Maggie at 633.7884. Questions, please call Maggie 633.7884 or Nan 642.9897.

MON. MAY 2 SINGLES SOCIAL DANCE CLUB7:00 - 10:00 PM, Florida Room, Atrium Bldg. Central CA Campus. Members $3.00, $5.00 Non-Members. Info: Janet 633.3558. Dance to the music of Thor Stevens. Proper dress required. BYOB. Ice, water and snacks provided. TUE. MAY 3 - CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE “CHF” SUPPORT GROUP2:30 - 4:00 PM. Sun Towers, 101 Trinity Lakes Drive. 813.634.3347 [email protected] Facilitator Shayne Kull, MSR, from Hometown Homecare will introduce you to a cutting edge resource group exclusively for those living with heart failure.WED. MAY 4 - TAI CHI OPEN TO THE PUBLIC - NOW EVERY WEDNESDAY10:00 - 11:00 AM Sun Towers, 101 Trinity Lakes Drive. [email protected] 813.634.3347. RSVP as soon as possible. Our therapists have advanced training in therapeutic Tai Chi for Seniors and will provide guidance in this healthy exercise. This class will be offered EVERY Wed. due to increased demand. Number of guests limited. As this is an ONGOING event, in the future it will be in Weekly, Monthly Meetings on the website: www.SCCAdsAndEvents.com. WED. MAY 4 - MOAA MEETING 11:00 AM Florida Room, Central CA Campus. North Side Atrium Bldg. $14.00. Reservations can be made by calling 877.332.3016 no later than the Sun. before the Wed. meeting. CDR Howard G. “Bo” Heiniger, USN (Ret), will be the featured speaker for the Sun City Chapter of the Military Officer’s Assn. of America monthly luncheon. CDR Heiniger will speak about our chapter’s predecessor, The Retired Military Officers TROA) group, and how he, as chairman, was instrumental in changing it to the Military Officer Association Chapter.THU. MAY 5 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Trinity Baptist Church, 702 Del Webb Blvd. W. Info: 634.4228. As a participant in the National Day of Prayer, Trinity Baptist Church will be open to the public for those who would like to spend time in prayer.THU. MAY 5 - GERMAN CLUB MAY DANCE4:30 PM Country Hall. Tickets can be ordered from Mike Albanese at 634.5612. Info: Helmut Haberl 645.5306 The German Club of SCC is holding its annual May Dance in German tradition. The German folk dancers will perform several dances including the Maypole dance. Jessi and Joan from Orlando will play for some good dancing. THU. MAY 5 - CRAWFORD GALLERY OPENING ART RECEPTION 6:30 - 8:00 PM. SouthShore Regional Library. Questions: Laurie Burhop, Art Coordinator, 813.672.1155. Arthur Dillard is a nationally renowned watercolor artist having his work displayed in galleries and museums throughout the US. He will be displaying his watercolors with artist Marion Scheller who has exhibited in Wisconsin and Florida areas and is well known for her watercolor paintings as well. Light refreshments and music. FRI. MAY 6 - SLOW SPEED NETWORKING7:30 - 9:00 AM. Sun Towers, 101 Trinity Lakes [email protected]. 813.634.3347. If you are a professional who would like to expand your business, then this free event is for you. Be sure to bring business cards! Coffee, Danish and fruit served. As this is an ongoing event, it will appear on the website www.SCCAdsAndEvents.com under the link: Weekly, Monthly Meetings.

FRI. MAY 6 - ELEGANT GARDENERS CLUB SELLING MAY BASKETS 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Atrium Bldg. Central CA Campus. The Elegant Gardeners Club of SCC will be selling May Baskets. Remember May 8th is Mother’s Day! They will make perfect gifts for that special someone. Proceeds will go to the scholarship fund. FRI. MAY 6 - ASSOCIATION OF NAVAL AVIATION SQUADRON MEETING11:30 AM Hospitality Hour, 12:00 PM Lunch, 12:30 PM Presentation. Plaza Club, Freedom Plaza, 3932 Upper Creek Dr. Cost $15.00 payable to Silver Osprey Squadron. Send to Bill Shanks 1010 American Eagle Blvd. #750. 813.634.3194, [email protected]. Deadline for reservations Wed. may 4. Cost at door $17.00. Wives and Guests invited. Presentation by LCDR Jess Wheeler USNR Ret. A4D Skyhawk pilot on CVA-61 during 1957-1958. Subject: A Day on the USS Ranger’s Flight Deck.FRI. MAY 6 - FOOD, DANCING and LISTENING MUSIC 5:30 PM. Creason Hall, United Methodist Church, 1210 Del Webb Blvd. W. Donation is $10.00 per person. Limited Seating. Reserve your table by calling Shirley Walker 634.7026. Let it Sun! Let it Sun! Let it Sun! Invite your friends and neighbors to join in the fun. We will celebrate the beautiful SUNSHINE in our great state with Good Food, Great Dancing and Listening Music by “Tony & Tricia” Remember...Be there or be Square. SAT. MAY 7 - SOUTH SHORE CAT AREA TNRSterilization, rabies vaccination and ear-tip for free-roaming cats. First 5 cars FREE every month to CA members in 2011 and $10 each for others. Call 813.393.0844 or email [email protected] For more info, traps, and a reservation. www.SouthShoreFelines.org, a 501 © Non-Profit Organization. SUN. MAY 8 - OLDIES BUT GOODIES DANCE 7:00 – 10:00 PM. Community Hall, S. CA Campus. Club members are free and others pay $5.00 at the door. Info: 633.5649. Entertainment will be provided by Shout. Put on your dancing shoes, get ready to be entertained by spending your entire evening dancing with us. The dress is casual. EVERYONE (Singles and Couples; SCC and KP) is welcome. BYOB. There will be another Oldies But Goodies Dance on May 22.MON. MAY 9 - CAT FANCIERS CLUB1:00 - 3:00 PM, Armstrong Room, Atrium Bldg. North CA Campus. FREE. For more information email [email protected]. Education topic is cat emergencies with guest speaker from Animal Emergency Clinic in Brandon. Open to all CA members. MON. MAY 9 - JOINT REPLACEMENT CLASS2:00 PM. South Bay Hospital. FREE. Reservations are required by calling Consult-A-Nurse(r) at 1.888.685.1595. Learn more about your hip and knee replacement procedure and openly discuss pre/post operative concerns. Meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month. Next month, these meetings will only appear in Weekly and Monthly Meetings which is a link on the website: www.SCCAdsAndEvents.com. TUE. MAY 10 - COPD SUPPORT GROUP2:30 - 4:00 PM. Sun Towers, 101 Trinity Lakes [email protected]. 813.634.3347 Facilitated by nurse practitioner Joy Barlaan, ARNP and Jan Whitaker, LPN from Ace Homecare. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with COPD, then this support group is for you. With over 50 combined years

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of experience between the two facilitators, your available resources are endless!TUE. MAY 10 - SCC PHOTO CLUB HOSTS DR. LOU NEWMAN6:30 PM Tutorial program. 7:00 PM Meeting. Caper Room, Atrium Bldg. Central CA Campus. info: http://www.photoclubscc.com or visit the learning lab at 960D Cherry Hills Dr. Dues for 2011 $20 per person or $30 per household couple. Subject: Wildlife Photography of the Florida Coast. Speaker: Dr. Lou Newman, who has always had an interest in photography. Dr. Newman pursued his passion for photographing wildlife and has spent many years focusing on the wildlife and birds of the Florida Coast.WED. MAY 11 - PRINCE OF PEACE COUNCIL OF CATHOLC WOMEN: BOARD GAMES12:00 Noon - 3:30 PM. Prince of Peace Catholic Church. $2.00 Donation. Info: 633.2460. The Prince of Peace Council of Catholic Women invite everyone who likes to play cards or any board games to make up a table in advance and come to the dessert card party. We furnish cards, pencils and tallies. There is an assortment of desserts, table and door prizes. THU. MAY 12 - SOUTH SHORE CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S CONNECTION LUNCHEON 11:00 AM Doors Open. 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM Luncheon and Meeting. Club Renaissance, 2121 South Pebble Beach Blvd. $17.00 inclusive. Reservations or cancellations before Mon. May 9. Please call 813.938.4320 or 813.383.7540 or email [email protected]. Sheriff’s Deputy Chris Girard will address current fraud and identity theft schemes. Inspirational speaker Barbara Perkins “Once an unstable childhood...did not change God’s purpose for her life. All Ladies Welcome, no membership required.THU. MAY 12 - MENTAL HEALTH and AGING SUPPORT GROUP 2:30 - 4:00 PM. Sun Towers, 101 Trinity Lakes Drive.dcaneen@s u n t o w e r s r e t i r e m e n t . c o m . 813.634.3347Edmond Dubreuil MSW, RCSWI mental health professional facilitates this support group for those suffering from depression, loss or grief or are the caregiver of someone facing these issues. Supported by: South Shore Coalition on Mental Health & Aging and The United Methodist Church of Sun City Center. FRI. MAY 13 - LADIES TEA AND LUNCHEON, FASHION SHOW and HAT CONTEST 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Sun Towers, 101 Trinity Lakes [email protected]. 813.634.3347. Attend our Ladies Tea and Luncheon, Fashion

Show and Hat Contest while enjoying the entertaining sounds of the “Just Us Duo.” RSVP a must.FRI. MAY 13 - SPECTACULAR SPELLING BEE 7:00 PM. Great Hall of the United Community Church, 1501 La Jolla. Tickets $10.00 at the door. Sponsors $100. Spellers No charge. Info: College Academic Dean, Sally Erath, office 813.634.8607, home 813.634.8460. The Community Church College is sponsoring a new event - a Spelling Bee. All proceeds to benefit the College. Steve Otto from Tampa Tribune will be the moderator. If you have talent or just like spelling, if you would like to be a sponsor, or if you want an unusual evening come join us. FRI. MAY 13 - FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE MOVIES - “THE WAY HOME”6:00 PM Popcorn, Cookies and Coffee and friends. 6:30 PM Movie begins. United Methodist Church, 1210 Del Webb Blvd. W. Info: 634.2539. Starring Dean Cain. The movie is about the Adventures of Superman, who is going through a strained marriage caused by the demands of his job. The ultimate test of their faith and God’s love is tested when their two-year-old son disappears. You will have to come to the movie to see what happens next. SUN. MAY 15 - SOUND THE SHOFAR2:00 PM. South Shore Library. 15816 Beth Shields Way, Ruskin. Info: Pastor David Jones 477.1517. Pastor David Jones of Rauch Ministries in Brandon will be speaking on “Penecost/Shavout. Revealing The Festivals in our Lives and How They Equip us for Our Walk.: Everyone is invited to attend. SUN. MAY 15 - “THE JOY OF JAZZ” PRESENTED by SARASOTA JAZZ PROJECT 2:30 - 4:30 PM, Community Hall, 1910 S. Pebble Beach Blvd. $10 per person. Reserved seats. Tickets on sale at Community Association, 1009 N. Pebble Beach Blvd. (or at door day of show if available). SUN. MAY 15 - SINGLES SOCIAL DANCE CLUB 7:00 - 10:00 PM, Florida Room, Atrium Bldg. Central CA Campus. Members $3.00, $5.00 Non-Members. Info: Janet 633.3558. Dance to the music of Thor Stevens. Proper dress required. BYOB. Ice, water and snacks provided. MON. MAY 16 - LIFE BIO IS BACK!11:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Sun Towers, 101 Trinity Lakes Drive.dcaneen@s u n t o w e r s r e t i r e m e n t . c o m . 813.634.3347. Our accredited Life Bio instructor will take you through the steps of creating your personal life history in a lovely presentation to pass down to future generations. This four-week class will end with a graduation ceremony on 6/20/11. Don’t miss this opportunity to record your past for the future! RSVP is a must as space is limited.

TUE. MAY 17 - ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP 2:30 - 3:30 PM. Sun Towers, 101 Trinity Lakes Drive.dcaneen@s u n t o w e r s r e t i r e m e n t . c o m . 813.634.3347 Join Katie Colwell Williams, MA, CMC from Aging Care Advocates for our Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group. The needed resources are endless!WED. MAY 18 - PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP 2:30 - 4:00 PM. Sun Towers, 101 Trinity Lakes [email protected]. 813.634.3347 Marcia A. McCall, M.T.S retired Coordinator of Research Department of Neurology College of Medicine USF and “co-author of 100 Questions and Answers about Parkinson’s” will be here for our Parkinson’s support group. WED. MAY 18 - CLASSICAL MUSIC APPRECIATION 3:30 PM. Kings Point main clubhouse, East-West Social Room. Free. Info: Arthur C. Joy 813.633.9783. [email protected]. All lovers of classical music are invited. This is a monthly event. In the future, please go to the Weekly and Monthly Meetings for information about this ongoing event. WED. MAY 18 - MIDWEEK MEDITATIONS IN APOLLO BEACH6:30 - 7:30 PM. 100 Frandorson Circle, Suite #201, Apollo Beach. No charge but a love offering is appreciated. Info: 813.505.0558. An informal gathering open to all, led by Dr. Betty Martin-Lewis, Spiritual Leader of Unity Community of Joy in SCC, a spiritual but not religious fellowship. Various types of meditation, healing music, and spiritual practices will be offered to give you a midweek pick up!WED. MAY 18 - KINGS POINT LINE DANCERS FLOWER POWER DANCE7:00 - 10:00 PM, Borini Theatre at Kings Point. Tickets available at the box office $5.51. Info: Jan 634.6226. Open to KP and SCC residents and their guests. BYOB and setups. WED. MAY 18 - SCC DANCE CLUB7:30 - 9:30 PM. Community Hall, South CA Campus. Members Free. Guest $6 per person at the door. Info: 633.7173. Music by “dj” Darlene with a variety of music. Attire: Dressy Casual. Singles always welcome. BYOB and Snacks.THU. MAY 19 - THE AGING EYE10:00 - 11:00 AM Sun Towers, 101 Trinity Lakes Drive.dcaneen@s u n t o w e r s r e t i r e m e n t . c o m . 813.634.3347. Dr. Walt Flora III O.D., FAOO will be here to present information on “The Aging Eye.” If you have questions about eye health, glaucoma, dry eyes, macular degeneration and cataracts then be sure to attend!THU. MAY 19 - LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP 2:30 - 3:30 PM. Sun Towers, 101 Trinity Lakes Drive.dcaneen@s u n t o w e r s r e t i r e m e n t . c o m .

813.634.3347 Alina Moser RN BSN will facilitate this group. If you are facing the challenges of low vision or caring for a loved one facing this issue, this support group is a must! A FREE quick vision health questionnaire assessment will be provided. THU. MAY 19 - MOVIES and ICE CREAM. MOVIES ABOUT SCANDINAVIA 3:00 PM. Aston Gardens, Sun City (North). Members free, Guests $3.00 each. Please call Harry Jackle at 642.0989 for reservations. Scandinavian Club will close out our season with two short features. First will show the beauty of five capitols of Scandinavia. Second tells the story of a Minnesota school guidance counselor who realized his dream of sailing his home-built Viking ship to Norway, the land of his ancestors. It is a true story of an epic journey, which required courage and sheer determination.FRI. MAY 19 - AMERICANS OF ITALIAN HERITAGE EAST COAST SANDWICH NIGHT 5:00 PM Doors Open. KP Borini Theater. $11.00 Members, $13.00 Non-Members made payable to A.I.H. and bring or mail to President Gerry Barba, 201 Glenellen Place, 33573. Info: 813.633.5589. DJ Joseph La Piana will be doing the music. Choice of Eggplant Parmigiana, Meatball or Sausage and Peppers with Salad, Dessert, Coffee, Soda and Water. Indicate your choice of sandwich on check. BYOB. Everyone is welcome. SUN. MAY 22 - OLDIES BUT GOODIES DANCE 7:00 – 10:00 PM. Community Hall, S. CA Campus. Club members are free and others pay $5.00 at the door. Info: 633.5649. Entertainment will be provided by Raphael & Co. Put on your dancing shoes, get ready to be entertained by spending your entire evening dancing with us. The dress is casual. EVERYONE (Singles and Couples; SCC and KP) is welcome. BYOB. MON. MAY 23 - JOINT REPLACEMENT CLASS 2:00 PM. South Bay Hospital. FREE. Reservations are required by calling Consult-A-Nurse(r) at 1.888.685.1595. Learn more about your hip and knee replacement procedure and openly discuss pre/post operative concerns. Meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month. Next month, these meetings will only appear in Weekly and Monthly Meetings which is a link on the website: www.SCCAdsAndEvents.com. TUE. MAY 24 - TREASURE IN YOUR HOME! 10:00 - 11:00 AM. Sun Towers, 101 Trinity Lakes [email protected]. 813.634.3347. Yes, we are fortunate to have Dale Smrekar from Downsizing Advisory Service back for another round of

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FRI. MAY 27 - CHILDREN OF AGING PARENTS (C.O.A.P) SUPPORT GROUP2:30 0- 4:00 PM. Sun Towers, 101 Trinity Lakes Drive.dcaneen@s u n t o w e r s r e t i r e m e n t . c o m . 813.634.3347. C.O.A.P. is an ongoing support group for individuals who are assisting and/or caring for older, adult parents. Facilitated by Mimi Buderas, owner of Right At Home in-home care and assistance. Mimi was the primary caregiver for her parents for 24 years and will provide numerous resources! For more information about the group, please visit: www.caps4caregivers.org. SUN. MAY 29 - SINGLES MINGLE DANCE CLUB 6:30 - 9:30 PM. The Studio at the Main Club House. Admission $5.00. Info; Jeannette 634.5560. Dance Club wants everyone to enjoy dancing to the music of Thor Stevens. Ice and water provided. BYOB. Proper dress required. PLEASE NOTE: The Above Section Contains ONLY information about SPECIAL EVENTS. For WEEKLY, MONTHLY and ONGOING MEETINGS, go to the website: www.SCCAdsAndEvents.com and click on the Weekly & Monthly Meetings link..

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By Eddie DixonOkay, so first of all, this destination

ain’t a day trip…but it is definitely worth doing…Cades Cove is truly a rare gem

in the treasure chest that is Eastern Tennessee. Lush rolling hills, abundant wildlife, shady hiking trails and pioneer settlements are yours to explore.We set out for the Cove in the

early morning, well supplied with bottled water, snacks, sunscreen and, of course, our camera. Cades Loop Road leads you out into the cove. The one-lane paved road offers ample opportunity to pull over to catch just the right stop.A few minutes into the drive we

came to a parking lot near several of the twelve distinct hiking trails. Just inside the treeline we were treated to a small bridge over a bubbling mountain stream, a quintessential hiking moment. Just across the bridge the trails split, leading deeper into the woods and the wonders they offer. We walk in silence the only sounds the breeze in the trees, the calls of returning birds and the occasional camera shutter clicking.The trail opens suddenly into a

well-maintained clearing. Near the back of the clearing stands an amazing wooden structure, the Elijah Oliver House.The Oliver’s were one of the

founding families of the community that would become Cades Cove. The house is elegant in its simplicity and workmanship. Split-wood logs are joined at the corners by hand-carved pegs. The two story home, built in the 1850’s was the second home of John and Luraney Oliver. Their first cabin can be seen from the sight of the larger second home.When the Oliver’s settled in the

Cove in the early 1800’s they had to literally carve a home out of their natural surroundings. Starvation and attack from the local Cherokee were concerns. As it turned out the locals were more than willing to share both the beauty and bounty of their home. Because of the Cherokee welcome and tremendous perseverance, the Olivers thrived in their incredible new home.Nearly two centuries later the

beauty is still breathtaking. Spring flowers bloom, young deer can be seen scampering through the woods just off the trails. Some even stop long enough to pose for pictures.A little further down the loop

road we find the Cades Cove Baptist Church. This place is truly a treasure. The one-room, white-washed wood frame church felt sacred as only an old country church can. A few other folks have stopped here with us. We step into the church and stride up the single aisle in companionable silence, unwilling to break the mood. A worn and aged Bible sits atop the pulpit on the stage. Appreciative notes and letters stick out of its cover. One is from a honeymooning couple who have beaten us to the Cove by less than a week. We read a few more and then drift out the side door into the church graveyard. This place

of rest is truly historic. Most of the founding families are buried here, including not a few Oliver’s. A quick, contemplative circuit of the yard and we are back to the car.The drive back around the Loop

Road is just as scenic as the ride in. You are literally surrounded by life. Sunlight filters through endless varieties of trees, casting bright shadows on simple, unspoiled nature.Just as we to think all the car

engines have scared off the wildlife a herd of deer leap from the underbrush and sprint across the road. We are far from the only folks to leap out of the car, camera in hand. Too slow, miss our chance getting only an ignominous shot of the hind’s hinds.No sooner are we back on the

road than another family of deer approach. We stop again, rolling down the windows instead of leaping out en masse. A young faun pauses to munch some grass, literally feet from our car. He waits for us to take his close-up and is quickly off again into the woods.Those few moments sum up a

day in Cades Cove well. It is as basic as a walk in the woods, as special as letting the peace of the natural world in spring wash over you. It may not qualify as a life-changing vacation; but it is, without as doubt, full of life. Your heart may not depart forever altered but it will be full to bursting, brimming with hope, peace, joy and life.

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Cade’s Cove Fun FactsCades Cove was originally

called Kate’s Cove, named for a local Cherokee Chief’s wife. John and Luraney Oliver settled Cades Cove in 1818, bringing with them a covered wagon, one child and a baby on the way!The cabin pictured in the

album above belonged to Elijah Oliver, a son born to John and Luraney in 1824. By 1850 the population had grown to 700. The Cades Cove Primitive Baptist was founded in 1827. Thousands of tourists come each year to sample a sweet slice of Cades Cove’s unique beauty and peace, but the park manages to never feel crowded.Pork and corn were the staple

foods of the early settlers, as evidenced by still standing smoking houses and corn bins.Late June is the best time

come to see the spectacular wildflowers. As of this writing fishing is permitted in all open waters in the park, but you will need a valid TN or NC fishing license. These can be obtained for about $10 in town.Cades Cove offers bike rental

at the visitor’s center at the beginning of Loop Road. The hiking trails are easy to find, well maintained and offer the beauty of woodland and mountain wildlife at every step.For vacation information

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German-American Club NewsSubmitted by Helmut Haberl

Our Community Center was full of song and laughter and applause, as the two German television and recording artists performed for an almost full house. “Anton aus Tirol and Heidi Eckhardt “ thrilled the audience with evergreen in German and English. Mr. Kurt Nolten, our President also found time to lend his well-tuned voice in a duo with Anton. The German musical as we call it, is an annual event for the past 3 years. The event also included, cheese cake and coffee. If you missed it, we have the May dance coming up on may 6th at the community hall with the German Folk Dancers of Sun City performing among other dances, the Bandl Tanz. For tickets and reservation, call Mike Albanese at 634-5512

A final bow . . .Kings Point resident

and our director, Rita Hughes, has retired from The Women’s Chorus of Sun City Center. Delighted by a well-deserved standing ovation, Rita Hughes and Judy Schafer took a final bow as director and accompanist for ‘The Women’s Chorus of Sun City Center’ at the close of their Spring concert. Both women served the chorus for six years and have promised to join them in a new role as audience members. The chorus looks forward to seeing them and you there!

Veterans Benefit DinnerSubmitted by Mike McCluskey, Knights of Columbus

The Knights of Columbus of the 4th Degree Assembly 2533 will be sponsoring a Pasta Dinner at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, Conesa Hall, Sun City Center.This fine cuisine will include, Pasta, Meatballs, Salad, Bread, Desert,

Beverages and if you desire BYOB.Proceeds from this event will go to benefit Local Veterans Programs.Ticket sales start on May2, 2011 through May 13,2011 Monday

through Friday at the Conesa Hall. 9:00 AM till 11:00 AM. Tickets may also be purchased at the door. Support your Veterans and enjoy this very worthy event.

Sun City Center Fresh MarketThe Fresh Market will be held on Sunday, May 22nd from 10 AM

– 2 PM in front of the Kings Point Clubhouse (1900 Clubhouse Dr.) in the helicopter pad/grass field area. The event will include 50+ vendors offering fresh fruits and vegetables, Take-Home Foods, Ready to Eat foods, Florida grown plants, herbs & flowers, artisans, hand crafts, and more! We will have entertainment and raffle prizes. Pets are allowed and the event will be held rain or shine. In the event of rain the Fresh Market will be held inside the Borini Theatre of the Kings Point Clubhouse.

Kings Point Artist of the MonthTom Wuenstel moved to

Manchester 1 in Kings Point with his wife Alice in August 2009 from Clearwater. After encouragement from club members, Tom joined the beginner’s Stained Glass class in November, 2009 - taught by Wayne Hall. After completing the three projects taught in the class, he joined the KP Stained Glass Club. He started reading books from the extensive library the club maintains and started to learn about “warm glass”. While he enjoys doing stained glass projects like his latest kaleidoscope, he prefers fusing and slumping glass. Tom has taken the fusing class taught by Lynn White, which was fun and very helpful.Tom enjoys working with bright colors, which is evident in his wide collection of bowls, plates, and wall hangings just to name a few. Come in and enjoy Tom’s glass display and also a wide variety of other fused and slumped projects, stained glass projects and beautiful jewelry made by other members. The club is open Mon - Fri 9 AM to 12 noon.

Patriots Club NewsOn Sunday, April 10, 2011

two members of the Patriots Club President Uta Kuhn and Kristine Hofmann gave flags to the people attending the “God Bless America” performance by the Kings Point Chorus at the Borini Theatre.The Patriots Club will install all

new flags on SR 674 to mark Memorial Day, Flag Day, and the 4th of July. The Flags will be placed along SR 674 on April 29th. They are being installed earlier this year to celebrate the start of the 50th Anniversary of Sun City Center. The Flags will be installed by May 1st in time to complement the kick-off parade, which will start the yearlong 50th Anniversary Celebration. New members are always welcomed at the Patriots Club. Contact

Dick Person, Membership Chairman, at 813.633.0255 for more information.

Michigan Club Kentucky DerbySaturday May 7, 2011. The Party will be held in the Borini Theatre

KPCH 4PM. B.Y.O.B. We will have our usual Fun & Games including a Hat Contest: Funniest, Cutest, Prettiest, etc. (men, too), etc. We will have our Fabulous Buffet, served while we wait for The Derby, “Run for the Roses”, which will be shown on the Large Movie Screen. Tickets are available on Tues. 9-12 noon during April and May 3, at the KP North Clubhouse Lobby. Price of tickets: $10 for members and $12 for guests. Information, call 813.634.5174 or 813.634.8506.

SCC Ceramic Club May Classes Tuesday, May 10th at 10 AM - “Dry Brushing” given by Dolores

Wiggins, our in-house expert in this technique. Sign up sheet in the club room.Monday, May 16th at 10a.m. - a “One Stroke” class given to

members using a card kit received at our Holiday Party. Class given by Christina Snell, a certified Donna Dewberry Instructor. Christina also shares her talents to all at “for a fee” Wednesday

classes in the club room. Come and see what’s on the agenda and sign up or call 813.642.2040. You will be amazed at your finished product. And for all current Ceramic Club members, starting now, sign

up a new member or returning member for the current year and receive a $5.00 gift certificate to be used to purchase paints, greenware, bisque or from the gift shop. Come join the fun and remember new products come in frequently, check the cabinets or order from our many catalogs.

The Scandinavian Club of Sun City Center On Thursday May 19th, at 3 p.m., at Aston Gardens, Sun City

(North), we will close out our season with two short feature movies and ice cream. The first film will show the beauty of the five capitols of Scandinavia. The second tells the story of a Minnesota school guidance counselor who realized his dream of sailing his home-built Viking ship to Norway, the land of his ancestors. It is a true story of an epic journey, which required courage and sheer determination. There is no admission for members, and $3 for each guest. Please call Harry Jackle at 813.642.0989 for reservations.

Photo by Peter W. Garretson

Shown above is Vicky Worsham, happy winner of the garden birdbath raffled off at Fun Fest by the Sun City Center Ceramic Club.


B U L L E T I NClutter Cutters at Work

As seen in the photo at left, too many traffic signs in one spot make for information overload, driver confusion, and visual clutter. As part of its mission to make the community more visually appealing, Sun City Center PRIDES asked Hillsborough County officials to address the bewildering profusion of signs confronting drivers at the intersection of State Road 674 and Pebble Beach Blvd. The result is seen in the picture. Anne Cross of PRIDES (Proud Residents Independently Donating Essential Services) said, “Once we pointed out the situation, the County quickly remedied the situation. It may seem like a small thing, but this is an example of what concerned citizens can do to improve their surroundings.”

Women with Cancer Concerns Join us on Friday, April 8, 2011 at 1:00 PM in the United Community

Church, http://www.uccinscc.org/, 1501 La Jolla Avenue, Sun City Center. We are very honored to have a speaker from Moffitt Radiation Oncology. Dr. Ravi Shridhar will be speaking about the latest treatments for liver cancer. Please bring your family, friends, and neighbors----everyone is welcome. For further information, please contact facilitator Hazel Martin at 813-642-9020.

The Canadian Club recently donated $350 to the Emergency Squad.

Where Will You BEE???? If it is Friday, May 13, 2011 at 7:00 PM, you will be enjoying a great

evening at the Community Church College Spectacular Spelling Bee. If you are the famousSteve Otto from the Tampa Tribune, you will be the moderator.

Take note, the judges are Dr. Michael Evans, Yvonne Ponsor, and Ed Barnes---what a classygroup. Of course, we need sponsors and spellers. To be a sponsor, you

donate $100 per speller, and to be a speller, you have an excellent opportunity to win greatPrizes. The place to BEE is the United Community Church at 1501 La

Jolla Avenue, Sun City Center for entertainment and a fun evening. The admission for the evening is $10.00 and everyone receives a gift and refreshments. For details and more information, contact Academic Dean Sally

Erath at 813.634.8460 or the College at 813.654.8607.

Flower Power Dance Submitted by Jan Ulics

The Kings Point Line Dancers are having a Flower Power Dance on Wed May 18, 7 - 10 PM in the Borini Theatre at Kings Point. Tickets are $5.51, available at the box office. Open to KP and SCC residents and their guests. BYOB and setups. Call Jan at 813.634.6226 for info.

SCC DANCE CLUBSCC Dance Club welcomes you to our Dance on Wednesday,

May 18th Community Hall, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Music by “dj” Darlene with a variety of music.Attire: Dressy Casual. Members Free. Guests $6 per person at

the door. Singles always welcome. BYOB and Snacks. For more information call 813.633.7173.

SCC/KP Bicycle Rides

The Sarasota Manatee Bicycle Club has scheduled bicycle rides on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month, from Sun City Center to Simmons Park (northwest of Ruskin), and all who are capable of keeping the pace are welcome to ride with us. You don’t have to be club members to ride, but you must sign a liability release and wear a helmet. Make sure that your bicycle and its tires are in good shape.The rides will leave from the NW corner of the Winn-Dixie parking

lot on 674 at 8:30 AM sharp, and the pace will AVERAGE between 12 and 13 mph.The route takes us through Kings Point and out the back gate, then

along country roads and the Little Manatee River, to and through Ruskin to Simmons Park (no fee is charged for bicycle riders). On the way back, we will stop at Popis Restaurant in Ruskin for brunch, returning to the Winn-Dixie parking lot (about 28 miles total) around noon.For more information, contact Jim Wheeler at 813.774.9940, or

Email him at [email protected].

Americans of Italian Heritage East Coast Sandwich Night

Submitted by Annette MacdonaldReservations are now being taken for the Americans of Italian

Heritage East Coast Sandwich Night on May 19th, at KP Borini Theater. Doors open at 5PM. DJ Joseph La Piana will be doing the music. Choice of Eggplant Parmigiana, Meatball or Sausage & Peppers, with Salad, Dessert, Coffee, Soda & Water. BYOB! Everyone is welcome. Members $11 and Non-Members $13. Indicate your choice of sandwich on check. Make payable to A.I.H. and bring or mail to (President) Gerry Barba, 201 Glenellen Place, SCC 33573. For information, call him at 813.633.5589.

Pictured from l. to r. are: Ken Reid, Cdn. Club Vice Pres. and Squad member; Mike Jackson, Squad Chief; Wayne Montgomery, Cdn. Club Pres.; and Bill Murphy, Cdn. Club Treasurer and Squad member.


Florida Women’s ConferenceSubmitted by Hazel Martin

The United Church of Christ recently celebrated the Florida UCC Women’s 84thAnnual Conference in Sebring, Florida. The theme of the

three-day meeting was “Growing In God’s Garden”. Three women from our local United CommunityChurch, http://www.uccinscc.org/, 1501 La Jolla Avenue,

Sun City Centerattended the conference.

Beth Israel LuncheonThe Sisterhood of Beth Israel is having their closing luncheon

on May 3rd, 2011, at the Kings Point Banquet Room, Sun City Center, FL 33573. The luscious lunch will be catered by Banquet Masters, featuring a buffet lunch of stuffed chicken breast or tilapia piccata. There will be sides, and a wonderful desert bar. “Midlife Crisis” an interactive entertainment with song and dance is sure to provide a great afternoon. The price is $16.00 per person, Harriet Seckel is taking reservations, you can send your checks to her at 1041 Emerald Dunes Drive, Sun City Center, or by phone, 813.634.8902.

Fantastic Friday Do not miss the last Fantastic Friday of the season and it will

be absolutely sensational evening. Celebrity impressionist, Rick Chapman will be leaving a lasting impression of his talent--- over 100 celebrity voices. The event to be held at the United Community Church, http://www.uccinscc.org, 1501 La Jolla Ave. Sun City Center. The event is on 4-29-2011 at 6 PM for dinner and show beginning at 7:15 PM. The catered menu will feature Pineapple Glazed Ham and

Teriyaki Chicken and all the trimmings. The dinner/show tickets are $17.00 per person and the show

only is $5.00. Tickets are available for purchase following the 10 AM service, on Sundays or on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 10 to 12 AM in the Narthex. Show only tickets are also available the night of the performance. For further information, contact chairpersons Paula Lickfeldt

at 813.633.6739 or Karl Buffington at 813.634.7062

Women‘s Fellowship Tea

The Women’s Fellowship of the United Community Church, http://www.uccinscc.org, 1501 La Jolla Avenue, Sun City Center recently celebrated a very special day. It was the annual Reader’s Tea when 41 women were recognized and awarded for reading 236 books in the past year. Associate Pastor, Reverend Ruth Richardson also installed

the Women’s Fellowship newly elected officers. For further information about the group, please contact President Rebecca O’Dell at 813.633.7979.

Fun BrigadeA new fun filled fellowship has been created at the United

Community Church, http://www.uccinscc.org,1501 La Jolla Ave., Sun City Center. Every month an activity will be featured from Bingo, movies, style shows to potluck and picnics. This month “Spring Cleaning Moves the Spirit” began with selecting from the “job jar”. It really was fun to dust the library books, polish a few windows and displays, and then enjoy a pizza lunch.

Photo provided by Hazel MartinStanding left to rightCircle leader Hazel Martin, Women’ Fellowship, newly elected presidentRebecca O’Dell and outgoing president Marlus Johns

Betty Lou Pratt and Jane Kutsch

Standing left to rightPreston Moyer,Sandra Glenner,Debby Earley, Mary Heuston, Maintenance DirectorPat Czeck,Karl Buffington,Paula Lickfeldt

Photo by Hazel MartinLeft to Right-Vice-president Beverly Majewski, President Rebecca O’Dell, Past President Marlus Johns, Treasurer Ginny Acker and Rev. Ruth Richardson. Not pictured, Secretary Lelynna Langdoc.

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By NOKP staffRobert Lockwood Mills’

new book, Conscience of a Conspiracy Theorist, seeks to reveal how governmental deceit and corporate controlled m e d i a s i l e n c e h a v e combined to keep the public misinformed a b o u t s h o c k i n g events in A m e r i c a n h i s t o r y . In the process, skeptics who question the official accounts are labeled conspiracy theorists, a pejorative term that carries with it suggestions of foolishness and a lack of patriotism.Mr. Mills presents evidence

to support his belief that the term “conspiracy theorist” has come to be used to discredit even honest skeptics who question the official accounts of controversial events such as the Kennedy assassination, the 2000 and 2004 presidential elections and the 9/11 terrorist attacks. His book claims to detail how official lies give rise to skepticism and how “obsessive government secrecy” creates an information void that “blurs the distinction between the truth and falsehoods.”The book argues that the

mainstream media began to abandon its role as public watchdog back in 1733 and has now almost totally relinquished it. Mills blames media mergers, failed antitrust enforcement and the ‘wag the dog’ media management of successive presidential administrations. According to Mills: “because big city newspapers and TV networks avoid controversy in the interest of pleasing stockholders, the Internet has become the medium of choice for skeptics.”“Concience…” also purports

to demonstrate how this has allowed the pendulum to swing too far in the opposite direction. Mills discusses how the Internet allows ad hominem attacks to substitute for intelligent debate, but also points out how the “unique argot used on the Internet informs the arguments

themselves.”However, Mr. Mills does

not gather all his evidence from research or reports. He volunteered as a poll watcher in the 2004 Presidential Election where he claims to have witnessed election fraud first hand. In the book he describes the aftermath of the election, makes the case that it was stolen and shows how the mainstream media avoided the issue, even while covering, in great detail, the stolen Ukraine election two weeks later. This is one firsthand account included along with several other well-researched events

chronicled in the book. To learn more about the book and the author or to purchase Conscience of a Conspiracy Theorist, log on to www.robertlockwoodmills.org.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Robert Lockwood Mills is author

of It Didn’t Happen the Way You Think, The Lindbergh Syndrome: Heroes and Celebrities in a New Gilded Age, and four other nonfiction books. Mr. Mills was also co-author of the Illustrated History of Stamford CT. He has been Project Editor for five books on historical topics published by Reader’s Digest. His docudrama The Trial of John Wilkes Booth was broadcast on Connecticut Public Radio.??For this book, he has researched major historical events and the selective way in which such complex stories are presented in mainstream information outlets. He looks at several outstanding dramas in US history and discusses whose interests are served by skewed reportage and by discrediting those readers who can see that the equations do not add up.

Local Author Robert Mills Published: “Conscience of a Conspiracy Theorist”

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An Oktoberfest on October 18 is on the schedule of Sun City Center’s 50th Anniversary year happenings. It is open to the public and organizers John Smithyman and Carl McGary are excitedly touting the event as “something not seen here before.” Plans for the evening include the SCC Community Hall decorated as a Munich beer tent. There will be German food, German beer, German band, dancing and entertainment. The $25 tickets are now on sale and expected to go quickly.McGary and Smithyman are

giving the public the opportunity to participate in choosing a “Burgermeister” for the honored role of tapping the first keg of beer to kick off the festive evening. Three candidates are vying for the role in an election now in progress. Three ballot boxes are located in the Library, Atrium and Fitness Center on SCC’s Central Campus, N. Pebble Beach Blvd. Individuals can vote as many times as desired with each nickel representing one vote. “Votes” collected will be donated to the fund defraying expenses of the 50th Anniversary celebration.

The candidates Mike Albanese is an active

SCC community volunteer. Most recently, he assumed the demanding role of SCC Security Patrol Chief. He is a member of the German-American Club Board of Directors and now serves on the October 18 Oktoberfest planning committee. He and his

wife Claire are world travelers; this year, they visited Turkey, Greece and England.Blaine Brown serves in both social

and honorary positions of various SCC clubs. He is a past President of his homeowners association and past Commander of the SCC American Legion. Currently, he drives for the Security Patrol, is a member of the German-American Club and is financial officer of the Military Ball being held in November as part of the 50th Anniversary celebration,Helmut Haberi, A Bavaria native,

came to the U.S. as a 16-year-old with his mother looking for a better life and his contributions here show that he found it. He currently serves as treasurer of DAV, Chapter 110 and is chairman of the DAV group that sponsors the veterans’ transportation van. He is active in the SCC German-American Club and supporter of other Florida German-American clubs. He has a sailboat in Apollo Beach and can be found there often.For tickets or further information

on either the election or the October 18 event, call 813.642.9800 or 813.634.8387.

SCC Oktoberfest Planned—Burgermeister Sought

(L to R) Mike Albanese, Blaine Brown & Helmut Haberi want your vote for Burgermeister to open Oktoberfest on October 18. One nickel=one vote.

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Contract BridgeSuper CrosswordBy Steve BeckerTUG OF WAR

The most interesting hands to play are those where there is a running battle between the declarer and the defenders, with first one side and then the other attempting to inflict the lethal blow. Consider this deal where each side went all out in a give-and-take struggle to achieve their respective goal. West led the king of clubs, on which East played his queen. In accordance with standard convention, East’s play of the queen guaranteed that he had either the jack or no more clubs. It was not difficult for West to conclude from the bidding

that East was much more likely to have the jack than to have started with a singleton club. West therefore shifted to the nine of hearts at trick two, planning to lead a low club to East’s jack later and obtain a heart ruff to defeat the contract. Declarer suspected what West was up to and made his first good move when he won the heart in dummy and played a spade to the ace, disdaining the finesse. Next came the queen of diamonds, which won, and another diamond to dummy’s ten. Then, after discarding a club on the ace of diamonds, declarer played the jack of diamonds and discarded his remaining club! As a result of this key play, South was now home. West won the diamond with the king but could no longer put East on lead for the killing heart ruff. The only other trick West scored was the king of trumps, and South made exactly four spades.West could have defeated the contract by leading a heart at trick one and underleading his A-K of clubs later on, but, in fairness to West, it should be said that that defense is much easier to find when one sees all four hands.

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Sounds Tough!

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• It was American novelist and editor Edgar Watson Howe who made the following sage observation: “Americans detest all lies except lies spoken in public or printed lies.”• Those who study such things say that ancient Egyptians had bowling alleys. • In 1980 a woman named Rosie Ruiz appeared to have won the Boston Marathon in the fastest time ever recorded for a woman in that race. However, after a number of suspicions surfaced (including a strange lack of fatigue at the end of the long race), it was found that she hadn’t actually run the entire race and was stripped of her medal. The tale doesn’t end there, though. Once word got out about her fraud, people came forward with information regarding her recent running of the New York Marathon. It seems that Ms. Ruiz started the race and then took the subway to a spot 2 miles from the finish line. And in a further note, she didn’t come to a good end: Two years later she was arrested for embezzling $60,000 from her employer, and she was later arrested again for allegedly trying to sell two kilos of cocaine to a Miami police officer. • If you’re afraid of lightning, you might want to skip over this next tidbit: At any given time around the world, there are 1,800 thunderstorms taking place.• You may have heard that the air that leaves your body when you sneeze can reach speeds of up to 115 mph, but you may not know that ordinary exhalations travel at about 15 mph.

Thought for the Day: “When a man says he approves of something in principle, it means he hasn’t the slightest intention of putting it into practice.” -- Otto von Bismarck© 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.

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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Temper your typical Aries urge to charge into a situation and demand answers. Instead, let the Lamb’s gentler self emerge to deal with a problem that requires delicacy.TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) You are aware of what’s going on, so continue to stand by your earlier decision, no matter how persuasive the counter-arguments might be. Money pressures will soon ease.GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) By all means, have fun and enjoy your newly expanded social life. But don’t forget that some people are depending on you to keep promises that are very important to them.CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You need to wait patiently for an answer to a workplace problem and not push for a decision. Remember: Time is on your side. A financial matter needs closer attention.LEO (July 23 to August 22) You now have information that can influence that decision you planned to make. But the clever Cat will consult a trusted friend or family member before making a major move.VIRGO (August 23 to Sept. 22) Good news: You’re finding that more doors are opening for you to show what you can do, and you don’t even have to knock very hard to get the attention you’re seeking.LIBRA (Sept. 23 to October 22) Your gift for creating order out of chaos will help you deal with a sudden rush of responsibilities that would threaten someone less able to balance his or her priorities.SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov.21) Congratulations. Your energy levels are coming right back up to normal -- just in time to help you tackle some worthwhile challenges and make some important choices.SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21)The sage Sagittarian should demand a full explanation of inconsistencies that might be cropping up in what had seemed to be a straightforward deal.CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) A conflict between obligations to family and to the job can create stressful problems. Best advice: Balance your dual priorities so that one doesn’t outweigh the other.AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to February 18) Don’t guess, speculate or gossip about that so-called “mystery” situation at the workplace. Bide your time. An explanation will be forthcoming very soon.PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Boredom might be creeping in and causing you to lose interest in a repeat project. Deal with it by flipping over your usual routine and finding a new way to do an old task.BORN THIS WEEK: You can warm the coldest heart with your lyrical voice and bright smile. You find yourself at home, wherever you are. © 2011 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Travel Club MeetingKings Point North Clubhouse May 15th at 2:00 PM

Guest speaker: Gayle Fortin, Legendary Journeys • Happy Mothers Day!

Navigator of the Seas7 Days from $199 including FREE BUS

from SCC!Free roundtrip bus from SCC to ship and sail for Thanksgiving to Grand Cayman; Falmouth; Labadee, Haiti. Can’t go for Thanksgiving? 18 Other sailings to Western, Eastern and Southern Caribbean from Dec 2011 to Mar 2012 for 6 days (from $299), 8 days (from $239), 9 days (from $399) and 10 days (from $449).

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