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PAID 2 The Meadoword • July 2015 MCA BOARD Notes From the OF DIRECTORS John Spillane, President Claire Coyle, Vice President President’s Desk Joe Miller, Treasurer John Spillane—MCA President Joy Howes, Secretary Jo Evans MCA loses mainstay the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office. Marilyn Maleckas He has also been a member of our Bruce Ferretti Hi Folks, member of the Dr. Bart Levenson maintenance team Safety Committee for more than 12 years Malcolm Hay Summer is here, and although things and a regular speaker at the Assembly of typically seem to slow down during these One of three maintenance staff Property Owners and the former Koffee COMMITTEES hotter months, not so in The Meadows. members, affectionately referred to as Klatch meetings. Neil is a good friend to Assembly of Property Owners At the half-way point, here are some of The Three Musketeers, Randy Lohr, The Meadows community; he has assisted Ginny Coveney, Chairperson the happenings going on at the MCA with retires at the end of July to pursue a well- us in all aspects of neighborhood safety. Claire Coyle, Liaison staff and committees. deserved life of leisure. He has been a Deputy Vince Riva, who has come to Budget and Finance Rezoning wheels keep hardworking member of our crew for the Safety meetings every month with Neil, Jerry Schwarzkopf, Chairperson past 11 years, a real jack-of-all trades will continue to attend these meetings. Joe Miller, Liaison on rolling around the community—there is no piece We wish Neil all the best in Community Activities The MCA, The Meadows Country of heavy equipment he can’t drive or retirement. Ginny Coveney, Chairperson Club (TMCC), and Kobernick continue handle. And if you’ve ever wondered The MCA also welcomes Dr. Bart Levenson, Liaison to have meetings every month to discuss who keeps the mildew off our sidewalks, Emergency Preparedness the progress being made with our joint Randy is that guy. We’ll surely miss him some new faces Sue Pound, Chairperson application. Sarasota County must go and wish him all the best in his retirement We hired a new Publication Bruce Ferretti, Liaison through a process of steps, including years. Assistant to help Editor Mary Jo Gord Maintenance additional environment questions, You can read more about Randy on in producing The Meadoword. Carlene Jo Evans, Chairperson traffic analysis, and wildlife assessment page 17 of this issue. Cobb, who comes to us from Kobernick- Marilyn Maleckas, Liaison methodology. These steps could be Sergeant Neil Scully of the Anchin-Benderson where she was the Memorial Garden completed by the end of this month. Sarasota County Sheriff’s Director of Public Relations for the past John Spillane, Chairperson The Country Club has also selected a two years. Carlene will be joining the Restrictions law firm to assist them with legal matters Office retires MCA staff on July 5. You may already Phil Hughes, Chairperson relating to the planning and development After 34 years of dedicated service, know the name—she has carried a byline Malcolm Hay, Liaison of the Country Club areas. where he’s been the Crime Prevention in The Meadoword for quite a while, Safety We will continue to keep you updated Supervisor, Neil Scully will retire from writing interesting, informational articles John Spillane, Chairperson as the wheels turn. about the goings on at Kobernick and Joy Howes, Liaison Emergency Prep, staying senior living. ahead of the storm… The Meadoword will feature her in The Meadoword the August issue. MCA staff is updating the Disaster You may also have seen Jessica Community News Source of The Meadows Plan to be implemented in the aftermath (Jess) Truman (see page 13) at the Initiated in 1983 of a severe hurricane or weather event. MCA office the past few weeks. She’s Publisher, MCA: Jay Brady, Manager The Emergency Prep Committee is Receptionist Sandy Truman’s daughter. Editor/Designer: Mary Jo Gord also reorganizing volunteers to ensure A recent college graduate, Jess will be Advertising Manager: Mary Jo Gord we have residents who can assist the working as an intern during the summer, Proofreaders: Kathy Gibson, Ginny Coveney, Sandy Truman community should such a disaster occur. possibly longer, filling in forLiz Johnson, Distribution: MCA The MCA building will serve as who is on medical leave, helping with the Command Center where staff and front-office responsibilities and proofing MEADOWS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION designated volunteers will meet to The Meadoword. 2004 Longmeadow organize and report areas in The Meadows Welcome to both Carlene and Jess. Sarasota, Florida 34235 Phone 377-2300 • Fax 377-2248 where help and assistance will be needed ~ John [email protected] most. We are currently reassessing the http://www.themeadowssarasota.org structural integrity of the building to ensure it will withstand a severe storm Submission Guidelines and will take whatever steps necessary to reinforce it, including storm shutters. Letters to the Editor • Letters must be signed and include We now have an improved a return address. communication system in place that • Issues must be of interest to a large our first responders can use if cell phone portion of The Meadows. • Obscene or derogatory remarks will service is disrupted. The MCA and not be published. TMCC have formalized a mutual aid • We reserve the right to edit letters in the interest of space or to refuse agreement to assist each other with staff publication. and equipment in clearing our roadways Articles and Monthly Columns to allow emergency vehicles access to The We welcome submissions from our Meadows. We also will request additional Meadows residents for publication in uniformed Safety Patrol officers to The Meadoword. Articles should be of general interest to the community. discourage unwanted individuals and We copy edit all articles for accuracy, vehicles from entering The Meadows after content, style, and length and will not a disaster. publish articles that contain offensive material or inaccurate information. Ar- By now, all our roadways ticles must be received by the posted deadline for publication in the following should be repaved and month’s edition. All submissions are published at the restriped discretion of the Editor and the MCA. In addition to the restriping on the roadways, our crosswalks should be repainted as well. Subscription Rates The subscription rate for The Meadoword The roadways look good, and we reflects a cost due to recent increases in post- should not have to repeat this work again age, labor, and materials: for another 10 to 12 years. 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G4S Sa f e t y Pa t r o l 809-0084 Safety Prevention is the best protection John Spillane—Chairperson
May, a bit strange—but entire month without a notable or So, May was a routine month for The Safety Committee in a good way significant incident. There weren’t our Meadows Safety Patrol. All law will be in recess for July any burglaries, car break-ins, or enforcement agencies will tell you and August During the month of May, bicycle thefts. There weren’t any when crime is down and everything there were 8-incident free days, 3 resident reports of any type of is going well, routine day-to-day Because of the Labor Day more than in April. There were just petty theft, loss of property, or patrol is what they strive to achieve. holiday, the next Safety meeting will 40 reported incidents overall—14 vandalism. All of the incidents that And, it’s no different for our Safety be Tuesday, September 1, at 2:00 pm less than in April. There were 121 Meadows Safety responded to were Patrol in The Meadows. at the MCA Community Center. All citations issued in the month, 1 more of the routine variety. Now that is When we have months like this, residents are invited to attend. than in April. something we can all be proud of! it means our residents are doing Crime Takes a Holiday … in There were calls for service, a good job of taking care of their NEXT MEETING of the The Meadows of course, like animal complaints, properties by locking car doors and soliciting, assistance rendered, and making sure sliders and windows are Safety Committee Notable Incidents—NONE! so forth—but no major thefts or secure before they leave their homes. September 1, 2:00 pm, MCA For the first time in recent burglaries reported. All residents encouraged to attend memory, The Meadows went an Schemes, Scams, and Cons… And how they try to take your money!
from people who claim to be from needed service,” they expect to be don’t have caller ID, tell the caller Microsoft or some other legitimate paid you are busy right now and ask for Remember the computer or Internet company. Before they begin to help you, a phone number and promise to They may try to convince you that scammers might ask for a credit card call back. You can listen to the con “Microsoft” tech your computer is infected with a number with a promise that it’s just game, then just hang up. Or you can support scammers catastrophic virus and the only part of the procedure. Then, when mess with the caller—listen to the who wanted to “fix” way to eliminate it is to download they finally “fix” your computer, message and say something like, your computer? their “repair program.” If you give you are told the bad news. Some “Okay, but I have a Macintosh or them the okay to “fix” it and give residents in The Meadows were told I don’t have a computer” and then A couple of years ago, we had them access to your computer, they the charge was more than $500! But hang up. a number of residents who reported actually will put a “Trojan Horse”- scammers don’t tell you this up front. As soon as you’re off the phone, a type of scam that begins with a type bug, that you can’t see, in your Remember, your credit card call the Sarasota Sheriff’s Office on phone call from a person claiming system. number is a valuable asset for a the non- emergency number at 316- to be from Microsoft Tech Support A backdoor Trojan gives malicious criminal. And that’s what these 1201 and report the incident. And or another big name tech company. users remote control over your scammers are trying to get. Meadows Safety Patrol would like The caller claims there is a virus computer You might ask, to know about it, too. Give them on your computer and he wants to “Could this really a call at 809-0084 and report the fix it for you. Usually, the scammer The infected happen here in incident. has a heavy accent. computer The Meadows to Legitimate tech support people don’t We reported these instances enables me?” call you out of the blue to you when they happened scammers to and after a while, the scammers do anything Not Think about it. Unless you stopped calling residents here in they wish on only could it called first to get help with a The Meadows. But guess what? the machine, happen here, problem, no way will a legit “They’re back!” including it happens all computer technical support person Meadows Safety has been sending, too frequently. pick your computer out of millions, getting calls of this type again, so receiving, Meadows notice you have a virus, and come I thought I’d go over that scam launching, and Safety has had to your rescue. Think about the with all of you just in case you get deleting files; displaying data; and a number of reports from Meadows last time you called tech support a call. rebooting the computer. residents about getting this exact call for anything. By the time you Many of you in The Meadows Backdoor Trojans are often used from “Microsoft” tech support. Some actually got to talk to a live person, may not be as knowledgeable as to unite a group of victim computers residents realized the con right off you were probably on hold for an others when it comes to the inner to form a botnet or zombie network the bat, but others have fallen prey. uncomfortable amount of time. workings of your computers. that can be used for criminal So what should you do when you get Do you really think they’re going Email, typing letters, saving purposes. a call of this nature? to call you and offer support you photos, making Google searches, Scammers also try to trick you didn’t know you needed? into giving them remote access to and staying in touch with family First and foremost, if you should Here’s an Internet rule to live by and friends on Facebook are your PC get a call from “Microsoft,” don’t do pretty much the extent of what Remote access can allow anything the scammer asks. Don’t If you ever get a call like this, you may use your computer for. scammers to look for passwords install the software. Don’t give the consider it a scam and hang up. So, if something seems wrong and other sensitive information. scammer remote access to your And you can bet the caller doesn’t with it, you should just take it to With remote access, they can PC. And don’t give him any useful want to “clean a virus” from your a computer repair shop to have it change settings and lower your PC’s information. computer—what he really wants is fixed. protections. But, you can play along long to take you to the cleaners. Here’s what’s happening And, of course, since these “techs” enough to get some information from are providing you with a “desperately them. If you have caller ID, note the Schemes, Scams, and Residents are getting calls number and time of the call. If you Cons continues next page The Meadoword • July 2015 5 Schemes, Scams, and Cons continued What’s Happening? Some summer news you can use… Jay Brady, AICP, CAM, CMCA—MCA Manager Don’t Forget to Like us On Facebook!! I-75 Overpass park. There is adequate landing area Family/Planned Unit Development Neighborhood Workshop between I-75 and North Cattlemen. (RSF-2/PUD) zoning for The Facebook is a great way of keeping Planned Last year, former MCA Manager Meadows, county staff maintains that in touch with friends. You need to be Len Smally and I put forward the car sales are not consistent with the very careful, however, about the type Sometime in late summer or early north option as an alternative. All we intent of zoning districts for shopping of information you reveal— just in fall, Sarasota County plans to hold a asked, which Sarasota County staff centers. I couldn’t agree more. case it falls into the wrong hands. second neighborhood workshop on agreed to, is a full and fair evaluation Now if we could convince the With cybercriminals using a wide two alternative locations for a bridge of both options from a regional owner and manager of the Village range of financial scams to try to steal over I-75 between Fruitville Road and traffic and cost-effective standpoint Centre to better maintain the property money and criminals making bogus University Parkway—that’s according and consideration of neighborhood and file all required applications for “friend requests” to capture personal to Sarasota County Manager of impacts. Stay tuned. Architectural Review in a timely information, it’s wise to be careful how Neighborhood Services Jane Grogg, Is your condo or HOA manner, I’m sure we’d all be happier. you use Facebook. whom I met with last month. Unfortunately, the MCA does not have Meadows residents can expect to listed in the County’s Here are some Security tips to help you Neighborhood Directory? authority over maintenance at the use Facebook more safely get a notice of the workshop from the Village Centre, one of the few mistakes County by mail, and the MCA plans Very few Meadows condo made by our original developer, Verify every Facebook contact to communicate with owners through or homeowner associations are Taylor-Woodrow Homes. Make sure that the person you’re our Constant Contact email system listed in Sarasota County’s online We do, however, have authority talking to really is the person you think and with owners and other residents Neighborhood Directory. It’s a good over how the Village Centre is used, you’re talking to. Try to verify the through all available means. way to stay connected with the county and that also means residents cannot identity. on things that might impact your use the Village Centre to park any Protect your banking and financial PLEASE NOTE: If you have not already neighborhood. When you’re in their restricted vehicles overnight—another information signed up to receive Constant Contact system, you can also view geographic problem that has surfaced recently. The Here’s another Internet rule to live emails, contact MCA Office Manager information systems (GIS) maps of MCA, through its Fining Committee, by. You already know about this, but Kathy Gibson at mca@meadowsca. your neighborhood with overlays you may fine violators up to $100 per day people don’t seem to worry about their com, call 941-377-2300, or visit www. select. Ask your association president per violation up to $5,000. Facebook accounts. Never disclose themeadowssarasota.org and click the or property manager to check if your Master Plan modification anything about your bank accounts, SIGN UP NOW! link under the Constant association is listed or go online to credit cards, debit cards, or other Contact logo on the main page. www.scgov.net/neighborhoodservices update financial information on Facebook. and click the Neighborhood Directory There’s not too much new to report Be wary of strangers The first public workshop was held link under Neighborhood Services on on the MCA’s proposed amendment Don’t add or accept friend requests last January. There’s a possibility that the left side of the page. to the Master Plan for The Meadows from people you don’t know. I get the second workshop will be held in No more used car lot at The Planned Unit Development (PUD) filed requests from people I never have The Meadows. in mid-April. Filed on behalf of The heard of before. Why would they want The two options for the overpass Meadows Village Centre Meadows Country Club, Kobernick- to be friends with me? Don’t okay under consideration are: Sarasota County Zoning Code Anchin-Benderson, and the MCA, the every friend request you get. Filter 1) The south option—connecting Enforcement staff recently issued a application is still being reviewed by out the requests from people you from the planned Lakewood Ranch notice of violation to The Meadows county staff. don’t know. And guys, that girl you South development into North Village Centre and the owner of Once the application is found never heard of who looks so cute in Cattlemen Road just north of the south Florida Consumer Off Lease Auto complete, a public hearing will be the picture asking you to friend her, entrance to Nathan Benderson Park Brokers for not having a business use held by the Sarasota County Planning is probably a 6’ 6” brute in the State with a new, heretofore unplanned east- permit to sell cars in a shopping center. Commission, perhaps as soon as Penitentiary. Don’t be conned! west road connecting North Cattlemen The company leases office space at the August 20, but September is still Broadcasting too much information to Honore Avenue north of 17th Street. Village Centre. probably a better bet. If it happened You might be excited about an This is a slight change to an earlier County staff confirmed to me that in August, the Board of County upcoming vacation or trip away from proposal—it elevates a short segment such a use is not allowed in a shopping Commissioner could possibly hold home. And you want to tell everyone of North Cattlemen Road, doesn’t center. Auto sales are only allowed its hearing in September, but I would about it. A criminal reading your disrupt the current south parking area in Commercial Intensive (CI) and expect it later in the fall. Facebook page would be excited to of the park, and may not now require Industrial Light Warehousing (ILW) In the meantime, the Joint hear about your upcoming trip, too. the relocation of about a half-dozen of zone districts. Committee of the MCA and The When are you going? When are you FPL’s 230KV concrete power poles. Although The Meadows Village Meadows Country Club is meeting coming back? No need to broadcast the 2) The north option—connecting Centre is designated “commercial” in with planners, engineers, architects, dates you will be away from home. Let Professional Parkway West in the Master Plan for The Meadows, and and developers. One issue is whether everyone know the details after you get Lakewood Ranch to North Cattlemen the Village Centre has no “underlying” to develop at least a preliminary master back. Road just south of the southerly county commercial zone district other plan for the 30-acres around the Club Keep your password secure entrance into the island area of the than the overall Residential Single complex or to let whatever developer Taking a little extra care of your is ultimately selected to coordinate that password can be a vital element in effort with the Club and the MCA. your Facebook security. Submission Deadlines** for the AUGUST 2015 issue: Another item given recent Devise a complex password that will Display Advertising—contact The Meadoword Editor attention is the idea of reducing the be difficult for others to guess • New and revised display ads are due on WEDNESDAY, JULY 8 footprint of buildings by allowing at Ideally, your password should • Camera-ready display ads are due on FRIDAY, JULY10 least some of the residential buildings use a mixture of letters, numbers, and Editorial Content—contact The Meadoword Editor to be a maximum of three stories in symbols. • Articles and columns are due on FRIDAY, JULY10 height instead of just two stories. The Remember to change your password • Letters to the Editor are due on FRIDAY, JULY10 shared feeling is that more open space frequently Classified Ads—contact The MCA Reception Desk would be preserved and storm water Don’t use the same password • Classifieds are due on MONDAY, JULY 13 could be more easily managed while for Facebook that you do for other still keeping the building height no websites. If the security of your For more information, call 377-2300 higher than the tree canopy. ** NOTE: Deadlines for camera-ready ads are on or about the 10th of the month prior password is compromised on one site, to publication. When the 10th falls on a weekend or holiday, the deadline is the previous For more information, contact me it may then be used to access your business day. New advertiser ads and revised ads are due two days prior to camera-ready or Meadows Country Club General ads. Deadlines may be moved up as necessary to accommodate for production and press Facebook account. requirements during Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays and the short month of February. Manager Doug Domino.
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Would You Like to be an EMERGENCY VOLUNTEER? We Need YOU! I would like to volunteer for First Aid Committee Emergency Preparedness Committee Name______Address______Telephone______email______
Please return form to The Meadows Community Association, 2004 Longmeadow, Sarasota, FL 34235 The Meadoword • July 2015 7 AIR DUCT Evacuation Zones, Shelters, and Flood CLEANING 7 Air Duct Areas in The Meadows Special • $119.00 Maps in last month’s Meadoword misunderstood by some people; Additional vents $9.95 ea this information is available on Sarasota County’s website and should be Reg. $19.95 ea, good thru 12/31/15 viewed there in larger scale for clarity and full details DRYER VENT Mary Jo Gord—Editor
CLEANING A handful of residents were SCGOV website. As indicated in the the map was intended only to illustrate $79.95 confused by the maps in last month’s article, you should visit www.scgov.net that some areas in The Meadows may ED BUTKUS AIR DUCT article “Do You Know Where Your to view the map in larger scale and full flood. Please note that the Flood CLEANING SERVICE Nearest Shelter Is?” A good rule of detail. Zones on the flood map are labeled CALL 941-329-6574 thumb is if one person is unclear, The map on the site is interactive. and color-coded differently from the ROTARY BRUSH-VACUUM others probably will be as well, so, You can type in your address to see Evacuation Zones. CLEANING SYSTEM hopefully, this will help to clear up if you are in an evacuation zone and As stated in the article, you should ADDITIONAL SERVICES AVAILABLE—SANITIZING & some of the confusion. enlarge the map substantially to see visit the SCGOV website at www. ELECTROSTATIC FILTERS The intent of the article was to point clearly where the shelters are located. scgov.net to view the map in larger LIC. #38975, #91030 • INSURED out where the nearest shelters to This map is the one you should scale and full detail to see if you live in The Meadows are located as well as use to determine if you need to a flood area. which accept pets evacuate and, if so, the shelter where To view the map, visit ags2.scgov. PACKAGE you want to stay. net/sarcoflood/. The nearest shelters and shelters To view the map, visit www.scgov. 1) Move the slide for Preliminary SPECIAL that take pets were listed in red under net and click the link for Evacuation Zone all the way to the right to show the first topic “Should you evacuate?” Zones under EMERGENCY the colored area on the map. $50.00 OFF DRYER on page 10 and again on the evacuation SERVICES at the bottom of the page. 2) Use the + symbol at the top left VENT CLEANING WITH map illustration, labeled “Nearest There is no relation between the of the map to enlarge it. AIR DUCT CLEANING Shelters to The Meadows” on page 11 flood map on page 10 and the 3) Enter your address in the search as well as in the chart labeled “Sarasota field on the map to locate your house. SERVICE evacuation map on page 11—each County Shelters” on the same page. relates to a different topic The list of shelters is also on The evacuation map on page 11 Sarasota County’s website VALID WITH was intended as an illustration only The map for “Flood Zones in The COUPON ONLY to demonstrate the general locations Meadows” on page 10 has nothing The list is also interactive—you Offer expires 12/31/15 of these shelters in relation to The to do with the map for evacuation can click the address of a shelter to get Ed Butkus • Air Duct/Dryer Meadows. It’s illustrated by arrows zones and shelters (which covers all of directions to that shelter. To view the drawn to the three nearest shelters and Sarasota County) on page 11. shelter list, visit www.scgov.net and Vent Cleaning Service red and blue boxes around the shelters The flood zone map on page 10 click the link for Evacuation Shelters on the map. shows the flood areas—indicated under EMERGENCY SERVICES at 941-329-6574 The map used in the illustration is by the blue area—specific to The the bottom of the page. a Sarasota County map, taken from the Meadows only. In The Meadoword, CALL US! • 941-556-9440
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For Sale Now! 3436 E. Chelmsford—2b/2b w Den turnkey Restrictions on golf course ...... PENDING ...... $265,000 5406 Chanteclaire—Beautiful 2/2 villa on golf course...... $239,5000 Reviewing some basic rules… 5151 Everwood—The best golf course views 4b/2 1/2b home...... $330,000 Phil Hughes—Chairperson 2830 Longleat Woods—Private renovated 3b/2b home on golf course ...... $439,900 Recent Sales 3392 Chelmsford...... SOLD ...... $257,900 5019 Marshfield...... SOLD ...... $165,000 Restriction | Definition of 3424 Hadfield ...... SOLD ...... $275,000 restriction by Merriam-Webster I CAN SELL YOURS TOO!! a : a regulation that restricts or Architectural restrains
The MARKET REPORT May 2015 sales and prices up from May 2014 Dick Plumb
In May, total sales in The was $154,063, a 7 percent increase Nathan Benderson Park Meadows (both condos and houses) from the prior year. The median were down 37 percent from April price of condos sold (186) from 2015 Events thru September 2015 and up 13 percent from May 2014. June 1, 2013, to May 31, 2014, was Prices, on the other hand, in The $142,000. Aug 29 Special Olympics SUP Race Meadows increased less than 1 In Sarasota County, during Sep 12 Sarasota Manatee Heart Walk percent from April and increased 7 the year ending May 31, 2015, the percent from May 2014. median sale price of condos sold How do these figures compare (3669) was $190,000. During the VOLUNTEERS ALWAYS to Sarasota County sales? Totals year ending May 31, 2014, the for May (condos and houses) were median sale price of condos sold NEEDED! down 5 percent from April and up 3 (3675) was $170,000. Condo prices percent from May 2014. increased 10 percent over the To volunteer, visit www.VolunteerMark.com Median sale prices in Sarasota one-year period. County for May and April 2015 Houses were $222,500 and $211,000. The May 2014 median sale price was In The Meadows during the year FREE ESTIMATE! $189,000. ending May 31, 2015, there were 45 The listing supply (the number houses sold with a median sale price of months the current supply of of $300,000, a 1% increase over the $15 OFF property on the market for sale will prior year (June 1, 2013 to May 31, Any Plumbing last if no new listings are added) 2014), with a median of $298,000 379-9070 Service in The Meadows in May was 1.8 and 58 sales. compared to 1.4 in April and 2.1 in In Sarasota County, the median *Cannot be combined with other discounts or special offers May 2014. sale price of houses sold (8144) • Water Heater Replacement In Sarasota County, the listing during the year ending May 31, 2015 • Repairs DISPOSAL 1/2 HP supply in May was 2.8 compared to was $201,805. During the prior year • Remodel 3.0 in April and 3.7 in May 2014. ending May 31, 2014, the median • Re-Water Piping Installation $239.00 SALE PRICE—INSTALLED Condominiums sale price of houses sold (7615) was • Drain & Sewer Cleaning (REGULAR PRICE—$279.00) $189,333. Single-family houses From June 1, 2014, to May prices increased 6 percent over the 31, 2015, the median sale price of one-year period. condos sold (166) in The Meadows
Sales and Activity for Houses and Condos in The Meadows
As of May 31, 2015* Condos Houses • May sales...... 19...... 4 • Property available for sale...... 23...... 18 • Property available for sale (distressed)...... 2...... 1 • Property with pending contracts...... 31...... 10 • Median sale price...... $160,000.…$258,250 • Median price of property for sale...... $179,900.....$333,450 • Median price of property with pending contracts...... $179,000.....$379,500 The May 2015 listing supply was 3.2 months (3.7 months in April). 6.0 is considered a healthy market.
As of April 30, 2015 • April sales...... 26...... 9 • Property available for sale...... 35...... 15 • Property available for sale (distressed)...... 1...... 3 • Property with pending contracts...... 29...... 8 • Median sale price...... $152,373.....$347,950 • Median price property for sale...... $187,400.....$330,000 • Median price of property with pending contracts...... $165,000.....$367,500
As of May 2014 • May 2014 sales...... 15...... 5 • Property available for sale...... 31...... 10 • Property available for sale (distressed)...... 5...... 3 • Property with pending contracts...... 23...... 7 • Median sale price...... $135,000.....$390,000 • Median price of property for sale...... $167,900.....$319,448 • Median price of property with pending contracts...... $169,900.....$399,000
* Information obtained from My Florida Regional MLS & Sarasota Association of Realtors 10 The Meadoword • July 2015 Become a member of the MHOA—it’s easy! PLEASE NOTE! Any single-family homeowner who does not already The MCA Board of Directors belong to another sub-HOA can join the MHOA, which is separate from The Meadows Community Association, the will not meet in August master association that all homeowners in The Meadows automatically belong to. Assembly will not meet in If you would like to become a new member or June, July, August, your membership has expired or will expire soon, or September contact MHOA Membership Director Sue Pound for an application or renewal form. Call 941-552-6927 or email [email protected]. Budget, Maintenance, Safety, and Restrictions Cost for membership: $15, one year will not meet in July and August $25, two years $35, three years $55, five years
The MHOA is YOUR voice in the community!
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Numbers ACUPUNCTURE PHYSICIAN, DR. BRENDA 955-1220 ANGELIC TOUCH MASSAGE THERAPY 378-2232 EDWARD JONES 371-4137 FULL SPECTRUM OPTICAL 343-7720 GOLDEN DAISY CAFE 371-3354 HOME IMPROVEMENT PLUS, INC. 376-6762 KOBERNICK HOUSE/ANCHIN PAVILION 377-0781 LIGHTHOUSE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 388-7109 MASSAGE THERAPY, TERRI MAGDALINSKI 378-4101 MEADOWORD 377-2300 MEADOWS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION 377-2300 THE MEADOWS COUNTRY CLUB 371-6000 MEADOWS GOLF PRO SHOP 378-5153 HIGHLANDS GOLF PRO SHOP 371-0982 RACQUET CLUB PRO SHOP 378-5265 MEADOWS DENTAL ASSOCIATES 377-3659 MEADOWS REAL ESTATE 556-9440 MEADOWS SAFETY PATROL (G4S SAFETY PATROL) 809-0084 MEADOWS VILLAGE PUB 342-5050 MONA LISA RESTAURANT 377-6562 MOUNT VERNON PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, INC. 371-3494 NATURAL HEALING CENTER 377-4325 RAINDROPS & MORE in The 343-0777 SALON FRANCISCO 444-9616 SUNTRUST BANK 554-3901 TARPON POINT NURSING AND REHABILITATION 377-0022 VIP TRAVEL Meadows377-0017 The Meadoword • July 2015 11
Betty Comora hosts a special screening of Young at Heart at the MCA Community Center in August Mary Jo Gord—Editor
On August 5, Sandleheath resident Betty Comora—well- known for her rousing Dixieland jazz performances in conjunction with the annual MCA Photo Competition and Show every February—will return to the MCA Community Center with a screening of Young At Heart, a half-hour short film produced by Sue Marx of Sue Marx Films. The film about two widowed Canyon) Lawrence Kasdan said it artists in their mid-80s who meet was “A deeply moving, constantly on a painting trip and fall in love amusing, thoroughly delightful received the 1987 Academy Award film about some of the most basic for Best Documentary Short emotions and issues in our lives.” Subject. And, Betty Comora says, “Fairy tales can come true—if “This show is a delightful look at you’re young at heart” two widowed octogenarians who become acquainted by chance on Like the Odd Couple, they a trip. Wherever I’ve shown this couldn’t be more different. He’s film, people either relate to it or gentle; she’s feisty. They have are inspired by it. Sharing this film different tastes and artistic styles. is very rewarding for me.” This true story is a timeless film— It’s a film you won’t want ”and time waits for no one”—that’s to miss. The show starts at 2:00 laugh-out-loud funny and heart- pm on Wednesday, August 5, at touching. the MCA Community Center. Be When it was released, there! Gregory Peck said he “loved [the] About Sue Max documentary and that wonderful couple!” Sue Marx Films Inc. has roots The Los Angeles Times tagged deeply planted in the Detroit it as “Inspiring, moving, and community, where it was founded amusing. The vibrant personality in 1980. Real people tell most of of the two subjects makes it tick.” the stories in their own words, Director/writer/producer though some scripts are narrated (Body Heat, The Big Chill, Grand by local talent or celebrities— including notables like Bob Hope, Are you a Paul Newman, Julie Harris, Hugh Downs, James Earl Jones, Jeff Bridge Player? Daniels, and Tim Allen. Many of Looking for an the productions are in worldwide opportunity to play? distribution. For more information about For more information, call Sue Marx Films and other films Bill Thompson 379-7955 produced by Sue Marx, visit / suemarxfilms.com. BRIDGE FRIDAYS 12:30 PM Information source for this article: Sue It is necessary to sign up Marx Films Inc. at suemarxfilms.com. before each game 12 The Meadoword • July 2015 Hi From Chelmsford Close Chelmsford Close congratulates two lovely ladies on their 90th birthdays Barbara Bates Grace Lutes’ son Bart held To celebrate Betty Baronowski’s a party for family and friends to big day, she and daughter, Donna, celebrate her 90th birthday. Bob and went to New Orleans for the Grace Lutes moved to The Meadows weekend. They stayed at the Ritz and from Syracuse, New York, in 1988. dined at French restaurants. They were the first residents of Betty and husband Richard Chelmsford Close in 1989. Bob died (Dick)—the second residents to move in 2006. into Chelmsford Close—moved to Grace keeps busy at her United The Meadows from Chicago in 1989. Methodist Church. She also enjoys Dick passed away in 2009. Betty Chanteclaire: Beautifully updated 2BR/2BA ...... PENDING knitting and reading. stays busy and in touch with her Lakewood Ranch/Gleneagles: family through email. Lakefront 2BR/2BA ...... PENDING Isles of Sarasota/Palmer Ranch: Spacious 3BR/2BA ...... PENDING RECENT SALES 5552 Chanteclaire, The Meadows ...... LISTED & SOLD FAST! It was the Perfect 7622 Desert Inn Way, Lakewood Ranch ...... SOLD 6078 Benevento Dr, Palmer Ranch ...... PENDING Afternoon for a Sail Claudette Krijger Realtor/Resident • [email protected] 8319 Market Street, Lakewood Ranch, Fl 34202 Call 941-504-2081 Call me for a Free market analysis of your Home For Sale or Rent
Even the ducks thought so… Chelmsford Close resident Barbara Bates snapped these photos of the Sailing Club out for a day on the water.
STONEYBROOK GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB—Enjoy luxury golf resort style living in this updated 2BR/2B ground floor unit. You’ll love the open floor plan and beautiful golf course and lake views from the screened lanai. Member- ship includes the recently renovated 18-hole golf course, fabulous clubhouse, fitness center, Olympic size community pool, Har-Tru tennis courts, and more. MLS# A4122202 • $199,000 THINKING OF SELLING? I have SOLD all my listings in The Meadows. If your home is not presently listed, and you are considering selling, please contact me for a FREE market analysis. I have qualified buyers looking for property throughout Sarasota. The Meadoword • July 2015 13 New Kid on the Block Jessica Truman Joins MCA Staff as Summer Intern Mary Jo Gord—Editor
And, let music students me tell with a love of and talent you— in musical this kid pursuits. is one Her local chapter in smart West Virginia cookie! supports music education in Jess, as Buchannon, she likes to West Virginia, be called, is where they Receptionist work with Sandy elementary Truman’s school daughter. children using She’s a recent boomwhackers. graduate magna Boomwhackers? cum laude from “Yes,” West Virginia Wesleyan College with she says. “Boomwhackers are a sort a degree in elementary education, of musical instrument used to teach K-6. And we’re lucky to have her children to learn musical scales and working at the MCA as an intern identify differences in notes.” She while she seeks a teaching job. She’s describes them as tubes of different filling in for Liz Johnson, who’s out sizes that make different notes on on medical leave, helping organize the scale when tapped or hit in some files, proofing for The Meadoword, manner. The fraternity bought two and doing just about anything else full sets for the school. asked of her. She says she logged more than Born and raised in Sarasota, Jess 900 community service hours while graduated from Sarasota High School she was in college. “It was part of one in 2011 in the top 20 percent of her of my scholarships.” More than 50 class of more than 400 students. percent of her education was paid for “I was number 14,” she thinks. by academic scholarships. Academics were only part of her high “Work” is not a foreign word to school education—she threw herself her either. She worked summers as a into a host of other things as well. camp counselor with Sarasota County Jess was active in the theater Parks and was the hall director of program and participated in every more than 150 student residents, production from 2008 to 2011, either mostly freshman women, while she as an actor or in some other capacity. was in college. “I was one of the starry-eyed girls Naturally, I wondered, if she was who were the Gaston followers in ever a Girl Scout. “No,” she says, our performance of Beauty and the “but I was a lifeguard for Girls Scouts Beast,” she says. She logged more of Gulfcoast Florida for two years.” than 2000 hours of theater work and But it’s not all work was inducted into the International Thespians, an international honorary and no play… society for high school students in She likes the outdoors— theatrical arts. especially kayaking and stand-up She was also in the Sarasota High paddle boarding. School Marching Band on the Color She is also an avid reader. I Guard. I asked what she did as a color learned that she’s particularly guard. “Twirl batons and spin flags, interested in children’s and young rifles, and sabers,” she says. adult books, which she says “help her “Rifles?” I was surprised. to relate these books to the kids she “They were wooden rifles and works with.” She loves classics, but blunt-metal sabers,” she adds, “made also likes contemporary books like to look similar to the real thing, with The Hunger Games series and easy straps so we could snap them. It was reads. Her very favorite is the young similar to being on a military drill adult series Maximum Ride by James team.” She began twirling batons at Patterson. “It’s completely different age five at the YMCA. form his detective series,” she says. “I played the flute a couple of It has substance.” Jess maintains years,” she says, “but I wasn’t very her books read and books to read on good at it.” GoodReads.com, a website devoted to But, she does sing. She’s a books and readers. member of the Sigma Alpha Iota We’re happy to have you working Women’s Music Fraternity, which is a with us, Jess, and hope you’re with us national honorary society for college for a while. 14 The Meadoword • July 2015 Meadows Chorus Are you a Planning underway for the 2015-2016 Season Bridge Player? Looking for It’s not exactly Church of the an opportunity Nativity “Christmas in July”… A community in Christ, loving and to play? reaching out to all, proclaiming But, The Meadows For more information, the Good News Chorus does have Sundays that in mind— call Bill Thompson Communion—8:00 am Bible Study—9:00 am plans are already 379-7955 Communion with Music—10:15 am in process for the Wednesdays group’s Christmas BRIDGE FRIDAYS Healing Service—10:00 am program. 5900 N. Lockwood Ridge Rd. This year’s 12:30 PM (1 block South of University) concert will be held on It is necessary to sign up 941-355-3262 Sunday, December 13, in before each game www.churchofthenativity.com the evening at The Meadows Rev. Charles H. Mann, Rector Country Club. Under the direction of John Yost, the group begins fall members are always welcome. No rehearsal Thursday, October 8, experience is necessary—just bring 7:00 pm, at St. James United your love to sing. Methodist Church. The Chorus has an exciting program planned for the 2015- Do you enjoying 2016 “season of singing,” and we singing? hope you’ll join us. Practice is at St. James United The Meadows Chorus has Methodist Church, 2049 Honore both men and women. Though Avenue in Sarasota. The church is the group has its roots in The located just outside The Meadows. Meadows, today’s Chorus also has For more information about many singers from other areas of The Meadows Chorus or joining Sarasota. the Chorus, contact Becky or Paul If you enjoy singing, The Felton at 941-724-9589. Meadows Chorus wants you! New The Meadoword • July 2015 15
News from The Doug Domino—General Manager Meadows Country Club
July/August Events
Golf • Call the Golf Shop for More Information 378.5153 Jul 1 & Aug 5 — Mulligans & Martini’s, Full & Summer Golf Members, Gals Only, 4:30 pm Jul 4 — Flag Tournament, Tee Times between 8:00 am to 11:00 am Jul 7 thru Oct 20 — Nine & Dine, Tuesdays, 2:45 pm Shotgun, Dinner to Follow Jun 10 thru Oct 28 — Summer Skins Game, Wednesdays, Meadows Course, 5:30 pm Jul 12 & Aug 9 — Golf Guest Day, Guests of Members Pay $27 Cart Fee Only Jul 18 — Sizzlin’ Summer Saturday, 8:00 am Shotgun, Poolside Cook Out to Follow Aug 8 — Sizzlin’ Summer Saturday, 8:00 am Shotgun, Poolside Cook Out to Follow Aug 22 & 23 — Summer Club Championship, 8:00 am Tee Times, Men’s and Women’s Divisions Summer is Tennis • Call the Tennis Pro Shop for More Information 378.5265 Jul 6 thru Aug 7 — Summer Sports Day Camp, Monday thru Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm here… Jul 1 & Aug 5 — Courts & Cocktails, For the Ladies, 4:30 pm And with it, our Summer Membership firm Kirk Pinkerton, PA, to join the Jul 4 & Aug 1 — Tennis Guest Day, Free Tennis for Guests of Members, All Day Club’s team working on the rezoning. Jul 11 — Wimbledon & Whites, Round Robin, 9:30 am We now have more than 300 Mr. Shaw has extensive experience Aug 4 thru 8 — Mixed Doubles Summer Championships, 6.5, 7.5 and summer members, our largest group with the legal aspects of rezoning and Open Divisions in over three years. These summer development, and we are pleased to members help the Club continue to have him onboard. Dining & Social • Call for Reservations 378.2135 have active programing, despite half We bid farewell in June to two of the Jul 11 — Summer Dinner Dance, Regency Room, 6:00 to 10:00 pm the annual membership’s being North Country Club’s senior staff Jul 21 — Sunset Tuesday, Outside Deck of Fountain View Lounge, 6:00 to 7:30 pm for the summer. Aug 11 — Sunset Tuesday, Outside Deck of Fountain View Lounge, 6:00 to 7:30 pm The golf courses are in great Warren Lee, the Food and Aug 23 — Club BBQ, Poolside, 5:30 to 8:30 pm condition, and, to quote the Tennis Beverage Director for the Country Director Don Caprio, “We are so Club, has accepted the Clubhouse Fitness Activities • Call for Reservations 378.2135 busy with activities, it is like the Managers position at Tara Golf Jul 15 — Dr. Moor, Lecture on shoulder, knee and hip problems/orthopedic season never ended.” and Country Club in Bradenton. solutions, Regency Room, 4:00 pm – RSVP by Jul 11 to Sandy 378.2135 There are still four months left Warren has been with the TMCC of the summer membership, and we almost seven years and has done an Member Activities • In the Dickens Center have reduced the pricing, so if you outstanding job. We will miss Warren • Ladies Bridge—1st & 3rd Wednesday and 2nd & 4th Friday, 1:00 pm are not already a member, come join and wish him all the best in this next • Men’s Bridge—Every Tuesday, 1:00 pm us! Just call Glenda Bachner in the step of his career. • Mah Jongg—Every Friday, 10:00 am to Noon membership office at 378-5957. Sadly, at about noon on June 9 On May 28, the Club held another the Country Club lost a good friend and employee, Mike Law, who Special Announcements informational Town Hall meeting for Club members passed away at Doctors Hospital. Mike was the Director of Building Golf Course Closings—Annual Routine Maintenance We had more than 100 people Maintenance for the past eight years • Meadows Course — Thru Jul 3 and Aug 24 to Aug 28 in attendance at the Club and almost and the Maintenance Technician for • Highlands Course — Aug 3 to Aug 7 another 300 who viewed the meeting almost nine years prior to assuming • Groves Course — Jul 27 to Jul 31 and Sep 8 to Sep 13 online or video of the meeting. The the Directors position. Mike was not meeting included reports on Club well-known to the members since Restaurant Closings—Annual Routine Maintenance management, membership, finances, most of Mike’s work was behind the • Fountain View Lounge — Jul 28 thru Aug 10, Will Reopen Aug 11 and, of course, an update on the scenes, taking care of the buildings • Regency Room — Aug 16 thru 27. Will Reopen Aug 28 rezoning project. and equipment. The staff, however, • Center Court Lounge — Sep 1 thru 4, Will Reopen Sep 5 The progress report on the were all very familiar with Mike, rezoning was delivered by Gordon calling him day and night when there Cummings, President of The was a problem with everything from Meadows Country Club, who roof leaks to plumbing, kitchen and is also the chair of the Club’s fitness equipment, and especially with Redevelopment Committee. As our more than 20 air-conditioning reported by President Cummings, units. There wasn’t anything Mike the Club, along with the MCA wouldn’t do his best to fix, and with and Kobernick, continues to make the Club’s 30-year-old facilities, he progress towards the goal of rezoning had plenty to keep him busy. their respective properties. Sarasota The staff planted a tree on the County staff have responded to our Club’s grounds and commemorated joint application, requesting the it in Mike’s memory so there will customary traffic and environmental always be something to remember studies. These studies will be him by. completed by July 1, and we Mike loved the Country Club anticipate a meeting with the county and was proud to work here. We will staff sometime in late July. miss his keeping things running, but Separately, the Country Club has even more so, we will miss his affable retained Tim Shaw, from the legal manner and big heart. 16 The Meadoword • July 2015 Memoirs and Life Writing Group Describing significant events that happened in your life and hearing the same from others is what The Meadows Memoirs and Life Writing Group is about Bob Barnett—Memoirs Coordinator
Ah, summer—all July of it… through Labor Day in September. Schools across the country have Consequently, summer vacation “Who killed Summer Vacation?” abandoned the traditional school year time is compressed into six to eight July is now the only official asked Time Magazine in their June 1, that stretched from the Tuesday after weeks. However, there is still time for summer vacation month. If you 2015 cover story. Time gives a number Labor Day until just after Memorial a two-week family vacation. For our remember when we were young and of reasons backed by surveys, charts, Day. Now many schools begin the year family, it was the high point of the dinosaurs walked the earth, summer and statistics, but it is clear to me that in mid-August and others do not end year, even though getting there was vacation stretched a glorious full three schools have killed summer. until late June. never easy. months from Memorial Day in May Walking Backwards to the Beach By Bob Barnett
We were nine and one-half hours we had to keep the Chevette pull off because we were into our 11-hour drive to our annual running while we pumped following my brother and two-week, beach vacation when traffic gas. “Your motor is sister and their families, ground to a halt on a two-lane, back- running,” people and we did not want country road. As usual, I had gone shouted to to lose them in that to bed early so that I could waken us as era before cell phones. everyone, herd them into the car, and they She was trapped in begin driving promptly at 3:30 am. I raced the moving traffic. had expected this year’s trip to be easy for safety After about half a because we had traded in our 1978 before anything exploded. mile, I began to get Chevrolet Chevette for a 1990 Subaru. That was all behind us, I thought as tired from the pace The Chevette had been our “big” car we set out from West Virginia for Nags Liz was driving on this back country, and the mid-day heat. The people in only because it was larger than our Head on North Carolina’s Outer Banks mostly two-lane road. On a vacation passing cars opened their windows and miniscule Honda Civic Saturday, the road was clogged began to cheer for me to keep going. We had a new Subaru station with cars loaded down with people At times the traffic would slow, and I Fortunately, it had a luggage rack. wagon that was a dream car when desperate to get to the beach for a would gain on our car getting almost to We wrapped two suitcases in garbage compared with the Chevette. The swim before dinner. After the first 20 the front door, but then the road would bags, taped them shut with duct tape Subaru had five forward speeds and miles, traffic began to slow. By mile open up and our car was forced to and tied them and our crab nets to the enough power to pull the hills. We did 27, it came to a complete stop. speed away. rooftop rack. Even so, the back section not need to keep the engine running I was tired from driving the People in the cars behind our car of the car was loaded to the brim and when we stopped for gas, and it had previous eight hours and cramped from were both amused and sympathetic. sheets and towels were stacked on the much more room than the Chevette. sitting for so long. I took a long look at They laughed at my plight, but also back seat and floor, leaving only two We continued to put two suitcases the stalled traffic that seemed to stretch encouraged me with shouts of, “Keep little cubby holes for our daughters. in garbage bags and tie them to the for miles ahead. I looked out the side going, you almost made it that time,” The 1978 Chevette was the bane luggage rack with the crab nets, but the window at the pastoral country side and “Only 30 more miles, you can do of our existence. The subcompact girls had a whole back seat and they and glanced down at the edge of the it.” Chevette was introduced by Chevrolet could put their feet on the floor. road. Then the bright idea struck me. No one offered me a ride, but one in 1975 to compete with the new breed The trip began well enough as I Why did I have to sit in the stalled car offered me a half full-bottle of of small Japanese cars. drove through the darkness on West traffic when I could get out and stretch water. I thanked them and poured it I don’t think Chevrolet put its Virginia’s mountainous Interstate 79. It my legs? over my head to cool off. After about heart into the Chevette. They really became kind of spooky as we climbed a mile, the traffic ground to a halt and wanted to continue to build fast muscle in elevation and fog began to swirl I opened the door and got out of with a furious sprint I caught up with cars with innovative designs, like the around the car. the car to the surprise of everyone in our car. Liz stopped just as the traffic Impala and Corvette, so the Chevette There were no towns on that the car at such a bold move. I stood began to move so that I could slide in was full of flaws. The car did not have stretch of road and few landmarks to beside the car and stretched my legs. the front door, just seconds before she enough power to climb hills unless you measure progress. I felt as if we were Then I made the fateful decision. I was forced to pull away. got a good long run. On mountains, we driving through the swirling fog that started to walk along the side of the “I am glad that we did not have to slowed to 30 while large trucks passed was a set piece in the black and white road. But for some unknown reason, I leave you,” said Liz in that understated us. The air conditioning could barely horror movies of the 1950s. But by walked back away from the direction tone that wives use when husbands do cool the car on a mild spring day. 6:00 am, faint glimmerings of light we were headed. Everything was fine something stupid and have to pay for Each time the heater was turned on, began to show over the mountains to for five minutes. Then the traffic began their mistakes. I was glad too. it continued to pump hot air onto the the east. Around 6:40, the fog began to to slowly move forward. No problem, I We went back to Nag’s Head the next driver’s feet until a mechanic replaced fade, burned off by shafts of sun light. thought, because the cars were inching year the heater vent cable. At 7:00, the sun emerged as we drove forward very slowly. I was a runner But those problems were minor. along the top of the ridges. I had the and could easily catch our car. I took But, we left on Friday and stayed If we turned the engine off while the eerie feeling of looking down at the off on a fast jog. But traffic sped up, in a motel near Norfolk, Virginia, for car was hot, we could not get it started rising sun. The bright sunlight held the and I fell further behind. I shifted into the night. We then hit US 158 in the again until the engine cooled down. promise of a beautiful day. a sprint, but could not close the gap morning so we had clear sailing to the This usually took fifteen minutes to All went well for the first nine hours between me and our car. beach. I was never again tempted to get half an hour. It wasn’t so bad during a Liz could not slow down because out of the car and walk—I had learned trip to the grocery, but on longer trips Then we hit US 158. Fortunately, the cars behind honked. She could not my lesson forever.
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Read The Meadoword online at http://www.themeadowssarasota.org www.themeadowssarasota.org The Meadoword • July 2015 17 The Three Musketeers have seater. “With my VA benefits, my been defending the boundaries Third retirement’s cost to rent the plane was about $28 an hour back then,” he says. of The Meadows for 11 years. the charm “I got my Commercial Rating Since 2004, Randy Lohr, and flew mostly for friends who had Kirby Rolfe, and David planes and took jobs flying people Gindlesberger have mended, simply to build my flight hours.” His Randy Lohr passengers paid for the plane rental fixed, built, rebuilt, removed, and fuel. “Occasionally I would get installed, created, cleaned, a good tip,” he says. driven, planted, dug up, Later, he met a man who owned turns in his tools at the three different types of aircraft that painted, wired, rewired, put up, Randy continued to fly for the gas torn down, and done just about MCA for paddles and and maintenance until his friend everything and anything to help passed away in 1991. “The planes ensure The Meadows continues went away and so did the flying,” he maybe a fishing pole says. “I hated giving it up; I loved to run smoothly. doing it.” David, maintenance Mary Jo Gord—Editor Randy flew for 20 years and foreman, came to The logged more than 2600 hours in different aircraft from the Cherokee Meadows in January 2004. 140 he learned to fly and several Randy came onboard in July other single-engines to the twin- 2004. And, Kirby joined the engine Cessna 310 and Cessna group a couple of months later, Seneca. All this time, he continued to work for GTE. In 2001, he gave and there you have it … “The that up, too. Three Musketeers.” First day on the job at GTE, Randy But, the group is about to met Kirby become “The Two Musketeers” the end of this month when Randy After his four-year stint in the Lohr retires. He has worked for the Vietnam War, Randy joined the MCA for 11 years this July 12. He’s ranks of General Telephone where a “Jack of all trades” from musician he met Kirby Rolfe his first day to radar, electronics, and telephonics on the job. They were pre-wiring a to maintenance and repair to building in Osprey. business owner and pilot. Thirty years down the road, Randy graduated from Sarasota High Randy retired from the phone School a couple of years ahead of company in 2001, disbanded his former MCA Manager Len Smally small sideline phone business when U.S.S. Constellation high tech and electronics surfaced, They knew each other from the and that’s where he and took a couple of years off to fish SHS Marching Band—Randy was got his interest in and golf. Then he went to work at in the drumline and Len played flying. He could see the MCA. clarinet. Following graduation in all the flight OPs When one of the maintenance 1967, Randy attended Manatee from the Captains staff announced he was leaving, Len Junior College (Now the State Island (tower) asked Randy if he knew anyone who College of Florida) and worked where he worked would be interested in filling the part-time at what’s now Morton’s radar. One of the position. He did. A couple of months Market. Then, his number was up. pilots asked him later, Kirby came onboard. It was 1968—the height of the if he would like to The time is at hand, Randy; what’s Vietnam War go up. “I jumped next? at the chance,” A Navy recruiter called and said, Randy says. “The “First, I’m taking two months off “Randy, your number is up.” So F4 Phantom was to kayak and paddleboard,” he says. he quickly joined the Navy before the ‘jet of the “And later maybe work part-time; the Army could draft him into the decade’—I put on two to three days a week. No clue, Infantry. A few hours later, he was a pressure suit and really.” But, he does know he wants in San Diego, California and on the got in the plane to be around people and he doesn’t aircraft carrier U.S.S. Constellation for Combat Air want to sit and do nothing. And, he (now in dry dock in Bremerton, Patrol and was wants to keep his mind working. Washington, off Puget Sound). catapulted off the “I’ve worked with some great His first assignment was mess carrier at 140 knots people at the MCA,” Randy says, cook—”everybody gets that when in 2.2 seconds. I naming them off, beginning with they first come on,” he says. Then blacked out.” He Len Smally. “Working with Kirby after was six months of general says the G-Force and Dave has been great. Dave is not maintenance and moving planes on 1972—Randy aboard the U.S.S. Constellation with was phenomenal. only my boss, he’s also my friend. the flight deck, he says he knew “it one of the F4 Phantoms that inspired him to fly “You felt like We’ve all related well. I really have was not for me. Guys were getting you weighed 500 appreciated this through the years.” hurt.” His break came when he met “I went a month without seeing pounds.” Landings, he adds, come “It will be a change for sure—11 the Master Chief in OPs Intelligence daylight; the shift was 12:00 to in at 125 to 130 knots and stop on a years [at the MCA] puts you in a (OI) who asked him if he wanted to 12:00 with 12 on and 12 off.” dime. pattern of life.” get into OI. “Of course.” Randy got The war ended. His ship He started flying right after Randy and his wife, Jane, have into electronics and became a radar got back into port in September military service. In Sacramento, he been married 24 years. He has one man involved in air search, surface 1972. Randy went to Sacramento, came across some coupons for free daughter living in Texas and a step- search, and air intercept control. California, for a couple of months. flight lessons and made good use of son and granddaughter in Sarasota. “I had good friends,” he says. Then home. them. When he found out the VA Bill Good luck, my friend. We all “The job was great, but I didn’t like “Take My Breath Away” * would cover about 90 percent of his wish you. “Blue skies ahead.” being away from family.” At times flying lessons, he learned on a 1974 he was 90 days at sea and land. Randy spent four years on the Cherokee 140, single-engine four- * From the movie soundtrack Top Gun. 18 The Meadoword • July 2015
Crafters recognize cancer survivors in new fall collections Liz Barnett As a cancer survivor, I know how The angels (pictured at BOTTOM) much the support of others means. In have ribbons of emerald green for the long, dark days of waiting for test liver cancer, light blue for prostate, results, friendships grew and deepened royal blue for colon, lavender for all as others shared their experiences cancers, and burgundy for multiple with cancer and waited with me. In myeloma. These are thoughtful tokens the aftermath of surgery that was that can be delivered personally or performed half a country away from tucked into a card as a reminder that home, cards buoyed my spirits. And no one fights alone. The group is also in the days that followed, my path to making woven bookmarks in each of recovery was brightened by gestures of the twenty colors. We will have lists care and concern. showing the meaning of each color at Of course, my experience is the fall craft sale. not unique; few of us have not been We have created jewelry in lavender, touched by cancer in some way—if for all cancers, and in plum, the not as patients, then as a caregivers color for caregivers or as concerned friends and family members. Most of us have struggled These provide lasting symbols with how to show our concern. In (ABOVE and CENTER LEFT) response, the Craft Group is creating a of support and are a lovely way to cancer-themed collection appropriate recognize the contributions of a for showing support for those dealing caregiver or to celebrate recovery. with this disease. The group is also making lapel pins in Betty Turner has drawn on her lavender that provide a means for men experiences of 20 years as an oncology and women to show support. nurse and six years as a hospice nurse The centerpiece of the collection is to spearhead creating the collection. a “crazy-nine-patch” quilt Betty remembered the days when she watched patients bring brightly colored Betty Turner created the quilt pillowcases to chemotherapy—a piece (pictured TOP). She chose the pattern of home to boost their spirits amidst because cancer is crazy and the quilt the sterile hospital whites. She thought design permitted her to incorporate of the nights on call as a hospice nurse an array of colors and patterns with when she drove to patients’ homes to symbolic meaning. The backing is administer pain medication to patients plumb for caregivers; the edging is awake for long hours but comforted lavender with butterflies, the symbol by a quilt or shawl to cuddle. She of hospice, on the corner squares. The remembered the small gestures and color of each patch denotes a different tokens that were treasured by patients type of cancer. and caregivers. Those memories have Instead of selling the quilt, we will been translated into our collection. be raffling it off at $1 a chance. Tickets The Iris fold card makers have created will be available from all members of a beautiful series of cards that will lift the Craft Group beginning September anyone’s spirits 1 with sales continuing at the Fall Craft Sale on November 6 and 7. All Each card is blank on the inside proceeds from the quilt raffle and so that you can add one of the printed the cancer-themed collection will be inserts we have prepared or write donated to Tidewell Hospice. your own note. There are designs The Craft Group is undertaking new appropriate for any stage of the projects almost every week this treatment and recovery process. summer Although less well-known than the pink ribbons denoting the fight against If you would like to exercise your breast cancer, there are twenty colors creative skills and make crafts to sell to that designate different types of cancer support local charities, please join us on Wednesdays from 9:00 to 11:00 am We’ve made little angels that at the MCA Community Center. hang on ribbons of each of the colors. If you can glue, we want you. The Meadoword • JulyMonth 2015 2014 19 Mah Jongg The MCA is ON MONDAYS “Age-Friendly seeking Are you looking for a chance to play Mah Jongg? Sarasota” CandidatesFiller ad Come by the MCA USF Sarasota-Manatee leads Monday mornings, 9:30 am for election to For more information, call initiative to make Sarasota more age-friendly— Caryl Magnus at 378-5055. Sarasota County residents to take survey the
2016 MCA “Age-Friendly Sarasota” questions at the end of the survey about is a multi-partner general demographics. You must click Board of initiative aimed at Done when you are finished. To access making Sarasota County the survey: Directors age-friendlier for people 1. Visit www.agefriendlysarasota.org. across their lifespans 2. To open the survey: a. At the very bottom of the page Interested property own- Collaborating partners on under Menu, click the link for ers are invited to submit Age-Friendly Sarasota include The Join the Community or Patterson Foundation, AARP Florida, b. In the slide show at the top of their names the University of South Florida the page, click the left and right for consideration no Sarasota-Manatee, Sarasota County arrows until you see the slide later than noon Health and Human Services, and the for Share Your Age-Friendly Florida Policy Exchange Center on Aspirations. Under the slide October 2, 2015 Aging at USF. The initiative is led by title, click the link for Take the All candidates USF Sarasota-Manatee professor Dr. Survey. Kathy Black, whose 30-year academic 3. Click Done when you have must complete a career has focused on gerontology. finished. Personal Information An announcement at the May Questionnaire meeting of the Sarasota County Paper versions of the survey will Commission revealed that the World be available at libraries and senior For more information, Health Organization designated centers starting this month. Completed call the MCA at Sarasota County as “age-friendly.” surveys are due in November. The designation, the first for a Florida Age-Friendly Sarasota has its roots in a 377-2300 community, represents the starting previous study point in the multi-year Age-Friendly Sarasota campaign. A study funded by The Patterson Foundation called “Aging with Dignity “Age-Friendly” survey, & Independence,” coauthored by Dr. aimed at Sarasota Black and published in 2011 by think County residents, 50 tank Sarasota County Openly Plans and older, addresses for Excellence, elaborated on six actionable themes. age-friendly issues Respondents gave an array of suggestions with specific aims—like Following that announcement, parks and recreation should offer organizers compiled an “age-friendly” more age-friendly programs, Meals survey for Sarasota County residents on Wheels drivers could occasionally only, ages 50 and older. Depending on provide a book or movie with meals to what the survey reveals, and based on shut-ins, and more bus routes and sun additional research and collaboration shelters should be available. with the community, the campaign The study drew 500 responses; will develop a blueprint or series of Organizers hope the “Age-Friendly” recommendations for the future. survey draws much more. Dr. Black Recommendations, for example, says the initiative offers potential to might be to develop social activities broadly impact thousands of county that engage both older and younger residents, depending on officials’ residents or touch on public policy like reactions to the study, and could requiring sidewalk and park designs lay the groundwork to impact other to be compatible with aging people. communities worldwide. Not all changes would be costly. Some About USF Sarasota-Manatee (USFSM) could be quick–like handrails at public places or larger fonts on signs. USF Sarasota-Manatee is a Organizers will hold public regional campus of the University meetings to discuss the responses and of South Florida system, with a refine the suggestions. Suggestions will curriculum of more than 40 academic be turned over to elected officials and programs and classes on campus, other policymakers. in Manatee County, North Port, Survey available online and online. USFSM is separately accredited and offers baccalaureate The online survey has three pages. and master’s degrees, professional The first two include the introduction certification, and continuing education and instructions. The third includes credit. For more information, the survey questions, There are visit www.usfsm.edu. 78 questions. Even if you do not answer all the survey questions, it is very important that you answer the 20 The Meadoword • July 2015 “Music & Movies” Realize Bradenton and South Florida Museum On Sale Now! present ten Fridays of live music by local performers followed by movie screenings about muscians
Realize Bradenton and the South Florida Museum will bring “Music & Movies” to area residents, beginning July 10. The series features 10 evenings of live musical performances by local musicians followed by movies about musicians on Fridays from July 10 through September 25 in Bishop Screening: It Might Get Loud (2009) Planetarium at the South Florida PG, 98 mins. Features their stories in their own Museum. words of three generations of electric guitar Performances start at 6:30 pm; virtuosos—The Edge (U2), Jimmy Page (Led Meadows License screenings, 7:30 pm. Wine, beer, and Zeppelin), and Jack White (The White Stripes). snacks are available for purchase. Museum members, $5; nonmembers, August 28—Live performance: Billy Burke, Plates $7. Paid reservations are required. local singer-songwriter with a style compared RSVP at www.SouthFloridaMuseum. to artists like Ed Sheeran and John Mayer. See Sandy at the org or call 746-4131, Ext. 13. Screening: Big Star: Nothing Can MCA Community Center The Planetarium is located Hurt Me (2012) PG-13, 100 mins. Drew 201 10th Street West in downtown DeNicola’s documentary traces the history of Bradenton. a highly influential, power-pop band headed by Alex Chilton, whose three albums provided $5.00 Each Schedule of events inspiration to successful artists including July 10, 8:00 pm—Special preview R.E.M., The Replacements, and The Flaming screening, Have Gun, Will Travel music Lips. video and world-premiere debut of their new music video song “True Believers.” The band September 4—Live performance: Matt will screen several of its past videos and play Walden, singer-songwriter- musician performs some of its favorite songs, unplugged. $5 cover an eclectic blend of soul, folk, and pop. for all. Screening: Benda Bilili! (2011) PG-13, 85 mins. Musical group from Kinshasa (a city J. Rocco’sFormerly From New YorkSalon July 24—Live performance: John Denver’s in the Democratic Republic of the Congo mired Ghost, an acoustic southern rock powerhouse in poverty) founded by three homeless men Want a new LOOK? We can make it happen ... duo, performs live. struggling with the aftereffects of polio. They • Hair Care • Low-Lights • Brow & Lash Tinting Screening: Shine a Light (2008) PG-13, play instruments scavenged from the trash or • Color • Manicure / Pedicure • Gift Certificates Available 122 mins. A Martin Scorsese film about the self-built from cast-off materials. They perform Rolling Stones focuses on two concerts from a fusion of rumba, rhythm and blues, and • Highlights • Waxing the band’s 2006 “A Bigger Bang” tour and hip-hop. historical footage, interviews, and behind-the- Call us today • 941-953-5299 scenes footage from decades past. September 11—Live performance: 935 N. Beneva Rd. (Sarasota Commons) 941-953-5299 Kristopher James, an alt-folk troubadour July 31—Live performance: Danny performs captivating music with soft, acoustic Wampole, singer-songwriter, performs upbeat guitar tunes and stunning vocals” (Music Gets acoustic rock, with influences ranging from Foo Me By). Fighters to The Beatles. Screening: Leonard Cohen: I’m Screening: Sound City (2013) NR, 106 Your Man (2005) PG-13, 104 mins. Cohen mins. Features interviews and performances is widely regarded as one of the finest and by iconic Sound City, who recorded some of most influential poets and songwriters of his rock’s greatest albums. generation. Includes highlights from a tribute concert and thoughts on Cohen and his work August 7—Live Performance: Local from the participants and Leonard Cohen. Artists, featuring jazz, blues, and funk. Screening: Thunder Soul (2010), PG, September 18—Live performance: 83 mins. Houston, Texas’ Kashmere High Beartoe, featuring Florida folk, delta blues, School jazz band of the 1970s, one of the best and soul. in the nation with regional hits and recordings, Screening: Lou Reed’s Berlin (2007) consisted of students from a rough Houston PG-13, 85 mins. Lou Reed reteams with neighborhood; the school’s band director producers Bob Ezrin and Hal Willner to stage replaced the band’s staid repertoire with a live performances, 33 years after his ambitious mix of lively jazz, funk tunes, and current R&B concept album Berlin was “dead on arrival” yet favorites. eventually named one of the top 500 albums released by Rolling Stone, of the now-classic August 14—Live performance: Reggie release at venues across the globe. Williams, singer-songwriter, performs sounds of soul and pop. September 25—Live performance: Sean Screening: Shut Up and Play the Hits McInerney & Erik Livingston, perform (2011) NR 105 mins. On April 2, 2011, LCD acoustic melodies tempered with electric Soundsystem’s final show at Madison Square sensibilities. Garden. Screening: Mistaken For Strangers (2014) G, 75 mins. A hilarious, touching August 21—Live performance: Dan Shafer, documentary about two brothers—Matt, lead brings a unique blend of folk, blues, Indie, and singer of acclaimed rock band The National, rock. and younger brother Tom, a lovable slacker. The Meadoword • July 2015 21
Acupuncture American Works Tapestry First United Methodist At Church hosts The Meadows Gloria Musicae Singers in its traditional salute Call Dr. Brenda to Independence Day on July 4 941-955-1220 The Gloria Musicae Martin Luther King Jr., and Eleanor www.doctorbrenda.com Singers celebrates Roosevelt. Brant Adams’ An American Independence Day with Celebration features arrangements of a rousing This is a Great Country, This is My “American Tapestry” Country, You’re a Grand Old Flag, America, America the Beautiful and Under the direction of Dr. Joseph God Bless America. Holt, the Gloria Musicae Singers will Described as “contemporary, perform at First United Methodist edgy, descriptive, and extremely Church in Sarasota on July 4, 4:30 soulful,” Sally Lamb McCune is a pm. The concert features traditional rising American composer. Her work Next Blood Drive patriotic songs, including the oratorio includes Come ‘Round Right: Three We Hold These Truths by John American Folk Songs—Simple Gifts, August 13 • 7:00 am to 1:00 pm Purifoy, three American folk songs When Johnny Comes Marching Home, arranged by Sally Lamb McCune, and Get off the Track. These selections An American Celebration arranged commemorate the 150th anniversary by Brant Adam, a musical salute to of the end of the Civil War in 1865. Blood Platelet Drive… the U.S. Armed Forces arranged by The Singers recognize 50 years of the Joseph Holt, and a special medley July 16 • 9:00 am–1:30 pm MCA Parking Lot Sound of Music and salute the men and celebrating the 50th anniversary of women of service The Sound of Music. First UMC is located at 104 S. The medley celebrating the 50th Pineapple Avenue. Free parking is anniversary of The Sound of Music available at the Zenith Garage on includes favorites like Do-Re-Mi, My Mira Mar Court, held open until Favorite Things, and Climb Ev’ry Meadows Dental 10:00 pm. Advance tickets are $30 for Mountain. general admission, $35 at the door; Every July 4th of July, the Gloria student tickets, $15 at the door on Musicae concert also features a salute, Associcates day of concert. For more information arranged by Holt, to the men and and to purchase tickets, visit www. women serving, or who have served, Are here to help… gloriamusicae.org or call 953-3368. in the military. Holt says part of his artistic goal in About the Gloria Musicae Singers We are committed creating this annual tribute to America, to providing our is “to include music that is part of our The Gloria Musicae Singers is Meadows Community heritage, the fabric of who we are as a professional vocal ensemble that Americans” celebrates choral music through with the latest in innovative performances. The group dental technology He chose arrangements by three performs a repertoire spanning four celebrated contemporary composers. centuries that includes orchestral Call today for an appointment… We Hold These Truths by the works, intimate madrigals, church We look forward to hearing contemporary composer John Purifoy motets, folk songs, close-harmony from you! features patriotic literature, including jazz, and Broadway show music the Preamble to the Constitution, as well as premiere performances the Gettysburg Address and part of of lesser-known choral works, the speech President Kennedy was particularly music by living American scheduled to give in Dallas in 1963. composers. For more information Quality It also quotes Abraham Lincoln, Dr. about Gloria Musicae, visit www. Dental Care… gloriamusicae.org. From Professionals Who Care
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2014 Merit: “Butler’s Bend in Violet” by Joseph Melançon from Art Center Sarasota’s 2014 “Florida Flavor.” “Florida Flavor” Art Center Sarasota hosts All-Florida, All Media Juried Exhibition—July 9 through August 14
Art Center Sarasota will hold the third annual “Florida Flavor” exhibition, featuring juried works by Florida artists, The opening reception is Thursday, July 9, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. The show runs from July 9 through August 14 in all four galleries of Art Center Sarasota, located at 707 N. Tamiami Trail in Sarasota. For more information, call 365-2032 or visit www.artsarasota.org. “Florida Flavor” was created as an annual exhibition to showcase the wide-ranging talents of Florida- based artists First prize, 2014—“Fewer Than 100 It includes two- and three- Remain” by Linda Sanders” dimensional works in a variety of media. as the Sarasota Art Association by According to Lisa Berger, Sarasota County schools district Art Center Sarasota’s director, art supervisor Marcia Rader. The “Florida Flavor” has already group met monthly and sponsored earned a reputation as a significant exhibits in rented facilities. The exhibition. Association was incorporated as a The exhibition’s substantial not-for-profit organization in 1943 awards—$1,500 for first prize; and has been in its current location $1,000 for second prize; $500 in the Sarasota Bayfront Cultural for third prize; $250 for merit District since 1949. awards; and $100 for special Art Center Sarasota is now a recognitions—attracts top artists membership-based organization from around the state. “Florida that offers curated and juried Flavor” is funded, in part, by exhibitions, adult and youth the Sarasota County Tourist education programs, outreach Development Tax Revenues. initiatives for underserved Critically acclaimed artist youth, and culturally related Robert Tarbell—whose “Failure public programming. Art Center to Appear” series was a hit at the Sarasota’s mission is to inspire 2014 Art Basel in Miami—will individual creative expression, jury this year’s exhibition. Tarbell, nurture artistic talent, and provide who teaches at Ringling College of the community with accessible and Art & Design, says he was “drawn diverse visual art opportunities. to work that is conceptually strong, Located at 707 N. Tamiami technically sound, and incorporates Trail in Sarasota, admission is interesting materials or unique free. Gallery hours from Monday processes.” through Saturday, 10:00 am to About Art Center Sarasota 4:00 pm. For more information about Art Center Sarasota, call Art Center Sarasota was the 941-365-2032 or visit www. first arts and cultural institution in artsarasota.org. Sarasota. It was founded in 1926 The Meadoword • July 2015 23
From the Sarasota Manatee Players Present Garden Club MEMOIRS Gardening Copenhagen Meets the first and Area premiere explores the relationship of two third Mondays Tips of the world’s greatest atomic scientists during January thru April World War II Join our supportive, Bat Face Flower, positive venue and Cuphea llavea The Manatee Players and results of a fateful meeting between share your memories Little Grey Hat Productions will the two physicists in 1941.” Did this and grow as awriter Bat Face Flowers present an area premiere of the play, meeting have anything to do with (Cuphea llavea), native to Copenhagen, by Michael Frayn, the failure of the Nazis to construct Interested? Mexico, are low maintenance. July 9 through 19. Thursday, Friday, an atom bomb? The two-act drama Contact Bob They have glossy green and Saturday performances are at debates theories and tries to answer leaves and produce masses 7:00 pm; Sunday performances, that question.” 371-1572 of one-inch purple tubular 2:00 pm. All performances are in Bohr, who was half-Jewish and flowers with two bright red the Bradenton deeply involved petals all along the stem. Kiwanis Theater with humanitarian Bat Faced Flowers are of the Manatee work, was very drought-tolerant plants. Performing Arts driven out of They grow best when they Center. 502 3rd Nazi-occupied are planted in full, bright sun Avenue West in Europe, which but are quite happy to have Bradenton. Tickets may have led to periods of light shade. are $22 for adults; the success of the They should be watered $11, students United States in regularly and thoroughly until with I.D. To realizing atomic they are well-established, purchase tickets, power first. But then watering can be reduced call 748-5875 was Heisenberg somewhat. Established or visit tickets. building a plants can tolerate occasional manateeplayers.com. bomb for Hitler, or trying to slow periods of drought. Copenhagen, Tony Award development of the bomb down? When they reach 8” to winner in 2000 for Best Play, “Frayn leaves these overarching 10” tall, you can pinch back explores the complex relationship questions for the audience to the tip of each stem to create between Niels Bohr and Werner ponder,” says Knipfelberg. a more compact shape. Heisenberg, two of the world’s The Manatee Players seek to greatest atomic scientists. Their represent, enrich, and stimulate ~Submitted by Ginger Vance lives entwined with World War II as people through the art of live Heisenberg worked on the German theatre by providing entertainment, atomic program and his mentor, education, and an artistic outlet. Niels Bohr, was instrumental in For more information, visit www. developing the atomic bomb for the manateeperformingartscenter.com. United States. Little Grey Hat Productions Director Heiko Knipfelberg, LLC, formed in spring 2014, explains that Copenhagen is set in presents diverse, unconventional a “minimalistic afterlife where the theatrical experiences in unique spirits of Niels Bohr and Werner locations. For more information Heisenberg—and Bohr’s wife, about the company, visit www. Margrethe—try to understand the littlegreyhatproductions.com.
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Wanted: Beach Goers Help Mote scientists improve real-time, beach-monitoring You’re invited to take It provides twice-daily or part in a short survey daily updates on conditions like wave height, wind direction, surf If you are a full-time resident or conditions, presence of seaweed or visitor who goes to Florida’s beaches, dead fish, rip currents, cautionary your feedback can help Mote Marine lifeguard flags, and respiratory Lab scientists enhance their real-time irritation caused by the harmful algal Beach Conditions Reporting System bloom Florida red tide. You can (BCRS). This survey will help make access this report at www.mote.org/ the BCRS website more user-friendly beaches. and include data that matters most to The BCRS currently monitors Florida residents and its millions of 28 of Florida’s Gulf Coast beaches visitors. in Escambia, Okaloosa, Gulf, The survey is an easy one page Franklin, Pinellas, Manatee, Sarasota, that asks for your email and answers Charlotte, and Lee Counties—Mote to just five questions—three of is actively seeking opportunities to them are your comments; the other expand its coverage. two include check boxes. To access Trained volunteers like lifeguards the survey, visit www.mote.org/ and park rangers take specific beachconditionssurvey. observations and photos to document current conditions. Their findings are What is the BCRS? processed and distributed through Mote scientists created the BCRS Mote’s Southern Operations Coastal report to help the public adjust their Ocean Observing Laboratory (SO- beach choices during red tides, and COOL), which collects and manages the system’s variety of information several kinds of environmental data has since become a valuable resource to support marine science, ecosystem at all times. health, and public outreach. Second Annual Sarasota Lionfish Derby Hosted by Mote Marine Laboratory, Reef Environmental Education Foundation (REEF), and ZooKeeper, hunt is scheduled July 10 through 12 Lionfish are venomous, fast- Registration is $40/team member; reproducing fish that pose a major minimum of two team members, threat to Florida’s native species and maximum of four. To register, visit ecosystems. They consume more mote.org/Lionfishderby. than 70 different species of fish and Schedule of events crustaceans; in heavily invaded areas they have reduced fish populations July 10 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm—Man- by up to 90 percent. They continue to datory captains’ meeting, 1600 Ken consume native fishes at unsustainable Thompson Parkway in Sarasota, to dis- rates. Humans are the only controlling cuss Derby rules and regulations and predators of the species, which has crucial information on how to properly spread along the eastern Atlantic coast and safely collect and handle Lionfish. through the Caribbean Sea and Gulf of At least one team member must attend. Mexico. July 10 thru 12—Hunting begins at Teams of scuba divers and the end of the captains’ meeting and snorklers are invited to hunt along and continues until weigh-in and scoring. offshore the coast to help round up this July 12, 10:00 am—Scoring begins. invasive species. Teams must arrange 3:00 pm—Awards ceremony. Cash their own boat transportation, diving, Prizes will be given for first, second, and fishing gear. ZooKeeper, Sarasota- and third place winners who catch the based manufacturer of the leading most Lionfish, the largest Lionfish, and Lionfish containment unit, will have the smallest Lionfish. Lionfish containment units available 11:00 am to 3:00 pm—Local chefs for purchase at the captains’ meeting. prepare Lionfish dishes for free sam- REEF will also provide puncture- pling. Derby volunteers, organizers, resistant gloves to protect against participants, and the public can sample stings from the venomous Lionfish various Lionfish dishes. spines. 26 The Meadoword • July 2015 AROUND THE TOWN • July 2015
Museum/Events SUMMER CIRCUS SPECTACULAR (Family) Jul 22, 23, 24 & 25, 6:30—vs. Dunedin Blue Jays MOTE MARINE Thru Aug 1: Tue-Fri, 11:00 am & 2:00 pm; Sat, 2:00 Jul 28, 6:30 pm; Jul 29 14, 10:30 am—vs. TURTLE WALKS Clearwater Threshers ARTCENTER MANATEE & 5:00 pm—CIRCUS SARASOTA presents on-stage Jul 4, 11, 18 & 25, 6:45 to 7:45 am—Meet at the Thru Jul 24—NO BOUNDARIES. Open, juried exhibitiion. Antics of Kirk Marsh, award-winning To view game calendar in season, visit, www. Longboat Key Public Beach Access, 4795 Gulf of exhibition. Receiving Jun 20; pick up Jul 25. Open 13-year-old juggler Sebastian St. Jules, the daring bradentonmarauders.com & select Schedule Mexico Drive on Longboat Key. Free. Children must be Reception, teeterboard acrobatics of the Alvarez Family, world- from menu to view calendar. Click in-town games. accompanied by adults. Thru Jul 25—FRACTAL ART by Joseph Presley. renowned risley act stars the Anastasini Brothers, McKechnee Field is located at 1611 9th Street West in Mote Marine Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit Open Reception Jun 25, 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Kellogg the magnificent Dolly Jacobs & more! Bring lunch or Bradenton.. 501(c)(3) research organization in Sarasota with field Gallery. purchase at the Banyan Cafe. Historic Asolo Theater. CROWLEY MUSEUM AND NATURE stations in eastern Sarasota County, Charlotte Harbor, Jul 19 thru TBD—KidsArt Camp Exhibition 2015. Adults, $15; under 12, $10. Optional dmission to Circus CENTER & the Florida Keys. Open 10:00 am to 5:00 pm daily, Kellogg, Searle and Reid Hodges Galleries. Museum $5 with performance ticket. Purchase tickets online. Call 359-3183. Sat, 9:00 am to 2:00 pm—OLD MYAKKA located at 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway in Sarasota. Exhibits work of local, state, & national artists; changes FARMER’S Call 388-4441 or visit http://[email protected]. FILMS monthly. Adult classes & after school programs (ages MARKET at Crowley, 16405 Myakka Road. Sarasota. MYAKKA STATE PARK 6-10); summer camps, ages (4-15). 209 Ninth Street Check for dates. 7:30 pm at the Historic Asolo CROWLEY FOLK SCHOOL—Survival skills, self- West, Bradenton. Visit www.artcentermanatee.org or Theater. Tickets $7.00. For information or tickets, call sustainability, how to grow plants, how to raise animals, Myakka River State Park, located 9 miles east of I-75 call 360-7399. traditional crafting, & more. Classes on weekends & at 13208 State Road 72 in Sarasota, is open 365 days a year from 8:00 am until sundown. $6.00 per vehicle 746-2862. QUARTERLY LECTURES Wed evenings; some offered at Florida House Learning Center at 4454 Beneva Rd in Sarasota. Register online. (limit of 2-8 people per car); $4.00 per single occupant ART CENTER SARASOTA None. vehicle. Pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, EXHIBITION CYCLE, Jul 9 thru Aug 14 PERFORMANCES AT RINGLING Located at 16405 Myakka Road, Sarasota. Jan through passengers in vehicles with holder of Annual Individual Apr—Thu thru Sun, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Admission Historic Asolo Theatre. Call 369-7399 for tickets. Entrance Pass $2.00 per person. Campsites available. 3rd Annual Florida Flavor—All-Floridia, all-media, (adults $10; children $2) benefit CMNC. Visit www. Email [email protected] or call 361-6511. all-subject juried exhbition highlighting artist of Florida. YOGA ON THE TERRACE crowleyfl.org. All Galleries. OLD MAIN STREET BRADENTON 3rd Sat of the month, 10:00 am—YOGA ON THE DE SOTO NATIONAL MEMORIAL Member-based organization offers affordable, CA’ DE’ZAN TERRACE. Bring mat, towel, & water. Every 3rd Thu each month, 6:00 to 10:00 pm— Located at 8300 De Soto Memorial Hwy, Bradenton. accessible, creative opportunities with curated & juried Free (standard admission applies after 10:00 am). No MAIN STREET LIVE for libations, food, & live music Visitor Center open daily, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm; exhibits,classes, workshops, & educational programs. sessions during inclement weather. Parking in ca’ d’Zan benefits a different non-profit organization each month. grounds, dawn to dusk. Gates close at 5:00 pm. Hours, Mon thru Sat: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.vClosed lot. Call 744-2589. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, & New Years. Free; Sundays 707 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. www. FARMERS’ MARKET. Sat; returns October thru SOUTH FLORIDA MUSEUM donations accepted. artsarasota.org or call 365.2032. May, 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Located on 12th St W., EXHIBITS AND EVENTS MANATEE VILLAGE HISTORICAL PARK between 3rd Ave W. & Manatee Ave W. Visit www. RINGLING MUSEUMS Thru Sep 13—Mystery Of The Mayan Medallion BradentonFarmersMarket.com or call 840-0017. Mon through Fri, 9:00 am to 4:30 pm; second & fourth SPECIAL EXHIBITS Exhibition. 2nd Sat, CHEF AT THE MARKET. Corner of 4th Ave Sat, 10:00 am to 4:30 pm. Closed New Year’s Day, 1st Sat of most months, 4:00 & 8:00 pm—FAMILY W and Old Main Street. Free tasting samples Ongoing—20th Century Abstract Art from the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, President’s Day, Memorial NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM where history comes alive! 3rd Sat, 9:00 am to 2:00 pm—MAINLY ART, every Ringling Collection. Abstract works by artists Vassily Day weekend, 4th of Jul, Labor Day weekend, Fun, educational, & something new. Open till 8:00 pm; third Sat. Returns in the fall & runs through May, Kandinsky, Arthur Dove, Franz Kline, Jules Olitski, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving weekend, Christmas Eve, half-price admission all day! “Rock & Roll Hall of Fame” featuring arts & crafts by local artists & artisans, live Louise Nevelson, Alexander Calder, Yves Tanguy, & Christmas Day. FREE. Located 1404 Manatee Ave E planetarium shows, 8:15 to 9:00 pm. Event schedule music, & more. Richard Serra, & others. in Bradenton. Call 749-7165. Thru Sep 7—From the Four Corners of the Globe. at /www.southfloridamuseum.org/ThingstoDo/ 4th Sat, FOODIE AT THE MARKET. Showcases local Printed advertising that was the dominant media for FamilyNights.aspx. M A R I E S E L B Y B O TA N I C A L G A R D E N S residents who love to cook using local produce and circuses of the 19th & early 20th Centuries. 2nd Wed of the month, 7:00 & 9:00 pm—THINK EXHIBITS & EVENTS food products. Thru Sep 13—Trenton Doyle Hancock, EMIT: What + DRINK (SCIENCE) CAFE. All ages. Learn about Jul 4, 6:00 to 10:00 pm—AN INDEPENDENCE DAY Weekly, FAMILY ACTIVITIES. Includes “hands-on” the Bringback Brought. Best known for his extended cutting-edge science in relaxed, informal setting. Beer, CELEBRATION: ALL AMERICAN BARBECUE. Live music arts, crafts, & education for kids, from scavenger hunts with the Lauren Mitchell Band and barbecue by Pit-Masters to creation of personalized artwork. series of visual work that develops the intricate wine, & soft drinks & bar snacks available for purchase. Michaels on East, Polo Grill/Fete Catering, Southern Smoke personal mythology of the Mounds and the Vegans, FREE. RSVP online at www.southfloridamuseum.org. BBQ, Brick’s BBQ, and La Dona Donuts. Followed by SARASOTA JUNGLE GARDENS two diametrically opposed universal forces that play out fireworks extravaganza on the bayfront. Bring chairs and BISHOP PLANETARIUM Thru Aug 7, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm—SUMMER ZOO the archetypal battle between good and evil. blankets, but no coolers please. Tickets $30 members; $35 The Bishop Planetarium, astronomy education nonmembers (12 and older) and member guests, Children CAMP. Weekly camps, ages 6-13. Interaction with Jul 10 thru Sep 13—Builder Levy: Appalachia facility & multimedia theater for films, lectures, 11 and under, free. No raindate, refunds, transfers. Re-entry animals, participation in educational activities, and USA. An epic documentary project by New York-based live music, & digital art performances. Visit www. allowed. weekly guest speakers. Supervision by background- photographer Builder Levy that presents life and labor Thru Sep 13—Art Exhibit: Along the Rainbow River. The southfloridamuseum.org/ThePlanetarium for shows & screened adults. Register for one or all. A different in coal mining communities through black and white works of Sarasota artist Tom Stephens. Museum of Botany times. theme each week. First week, $230.00; additional photographs. & the Arts. 1st Sat of most months, till 8:00 pm (half price LECTURES AND CLASSES weeks and/or siblings, $210.00. Register online. Call ART AFTER 5 after 3:00 pm)—FAMILY NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM. 355-5305, ext 306. Register, http://www.selby.org. New way to explore with something new to see & Sarasota Jungle Gardens is located at 3701 Bay Every Thu, 5:00 to 8:00 pm—ART AFTER 5. Jul 6, 13, 20 & 27, 9:00 to 10:00 am—YOGA IN do—family-friendly film, live performance, scavenger Shore Road in Sarasota. Open daily, 10:00 am to Museum of Art & Circus Museum after hours; THE GARDENS III. Beginners to advanced students. hunt, & hands-on activities. Includes Lives Start Talk 5:00 pm (closed Thanksgiving & Christmas. Annual permanent collection & special exhibition galleries; Emphasis on alignment, relaxation, & breathing &/or Space Show in planatarium & Rock Hall of Fame Passes available. Call 355-1112 or visit www. cocktails on the loggia. Cash bar & seating available. techniques. Instructor: Lynda Lee. Members $55; Family event. After hours discounted admission— from 8:15 to 9:00 pm. sarasotajunglegardens.com. Fri, 6:00 pm—FILM FRIDAYS, most Fridays year- nonmembers $75. Adults $10; children,6 to 17, $5; 5 & under, free. Jul 7, 14 & 21, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm— [HISTORIC] SPANISH POINT Members, no charge. View schedule at www.ringling. round in the Bishop Planetarium Theater, showcasing films & documentaries focused on varied cultural, INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR III. Focuses on Every Thu & Fri, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm—Boat Rides org. demonstrations and a variety of watercolor techniques. Jul 16, 6:00 pm—GALLERY WALK & TALK: Builder social, & scientific topics. $5 members; $7 general on Little Sarasota Bay aboard the Magic motor launch. admission. The Planetarium is located at 201 10th St Materials list available. Instructor Carolyn Merenda. Call 966-5214, ext. 260 or sign up at Visitors Center to Levy: Appalachia USA. Dialog between photographic Members $90.00; nonmembers $110.00. artist Builder Levy and Curator Chris Jones introduces W in Bradenton. For more information & to RSVP, call reserve spot. $10/person plus general admission. 746-4131, ext. 27. Jul 9, 16 & 23, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm—BEGINNERS Third Sat of The Month, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm—PUPS you to Appalachia USA and discusses artistic and ONLY WATERCOLOR II. Structured 3-class, curatorial choices that shaped the exhibition. 4th Wed every month, 7:00 pm—STELLIFEROUS AT THE POINT. Rules apply. LIVE, Bishop Planetarium. Look at & discuss the night small group workshop that takes beginners from Historic Spanish Point is a 30-acre historical, BAYFRONT GARDEN TOURS skies. View schedule at www.southfloridamuseum.org/ inexperienced to comfortable with the basic tools and archaeological, & environmental museum overlooking Every Fri & Sat, 10:30 am to noon—Walking tour of ThingstoDo/PresentationSchedule.aspx. techniques. Materials list available. Instructor Carolyn Little Sarasota Bay at 337 N. Tamiami Trail in Osprey, the Bayfront Gardens. Members $10; nonmembers Open Tue thru Sat, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm & Merenda. Members $90; nonmembers $110. Register Florida. Mon thru Sat, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm; Sun noon $20. Sun from noon to 5:00 pm; closed Mondays & first Sat online. to 5:00 pm. Amission applies. Call 966-5214 or visit Jul 8, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm—POTTING & FAMILY FRIENDLY in November, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, & New historicspanishpoint.org. Year’s Day. Located at 201 10th Street W in Bradenton. MOUNTING ORCHIDS. Give your treasured plants a Jul 2, 9, 6, 23 & 30, 5:00 pm; Jul 4, 11, 18, 25 & Aug VILLAGE OF THE ARTS General admission to all films, $5; members $3. new lease. Bring an orchid to repot for an additional fee; 1, 1:00 pm—Family Workshops. Sat drop-in program $10 average potting fee, depending on size of plant. First Fri of the every month) 4:00 to 6:00 pm—ART featuring self-guided art projects for kids 4 to 10 Attractions/Events Instructor Angel Lara. Members $35; nonmembers WALK. Village galleries, shops, & restaurants open accompanied by adult. Stop by the Welcome Center in $45. with food, refreshments, live music, & work by local the Visitors’ Pavilion; admission not necessary. Adults BRADENTON RIVERWALK PARK ON Jul 15, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm—BEAUTIFUL artists. Continues on Sat & Sun, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. without children welcome! THE MANATEE RIVER BUTTERFLIES & FRIENDS. 12 years to college In Bradenton between US 41 (14th Street) & 9th Street R.O.A.R! (Family Summer Reading Program) Riverwalk, located in downtown Bradenton on the and through adult Special workshop to explore the West, & 17th Avenue West & 9th Ave. W. complexities of nature’s butterflies and other insects. Jul 10, 17 (sold out), 24 & 31, 10:30 am—RINGLING Manatee River, is an outdoor gathering place, designed Select your subject from provided materials, work Located in Bradenton between US 41 (14th Street) & ORDER OF ART READERS. Fridays at the Ringling to provide space for diverse events & activities. For with colored pencil on drawing or bring your paints 9th Street West, & 17th Avenue West & 9th Avenue Art Library. Free story time programs with a story more information about the new Bradenton Riverwalk and brushes for watercolor. Instructor: Academy of West.. followed by a fun craft or activity. Sessions limited to 20 Park, visit www.realizebradenton.com & select Botanical Art Founder, Olivia Braida. Adult memberts children (must be accompanied by adult). Registration Riverwalk from the menu. Performing Arts $95; nonmembers $120. required. Register online. BRADENTON MARAUDERS HOME ARTIST SERIES SPLASHIN’ SELBY SATURDAYS JOSEPH’S COAT SKYSPACE AT SUNSET GAMES at McKECHNIE FIELD C O N C E R T S Jul 4, 11, 18 & 25; Aug 1, 11:30 am to 3:00 pm. Water Thu & Fri evenings, 30 minutes after sunset— 2015 SEASON 2015 CONCERT SEASON has ended. activities and games for kids of all ages on the Great JOSEPH’S COAT. LED lights change the color of the Jul 1, 2 & 3, 6:30 pm—vs. Charlotte Stone Crabs Watch for news of the 2016 Concert Season Jul 7 & 9, 6:30; Jul 8, 10:30 am & 3, 6:30 pm—vs. Lawn. Wear swimsuits and sunscreen and bring towels. space. Bring Yoga mat; outdoor dress. Reservations For information about & tickets to these events, call Palm Beach Cardinals recommended. Members free; nonmembers $5. Call Marie Selby Botanical Gardens is located at 900 South 360-7399 or visit http://artistsseries.org. Artist Series Jul 15, 16, 17 & 18, 6:30 pm—vs. Lakeland Flying 358-3180 or purchase online. Palm Ave in Sarasota. For more information about Concerts of Sarasota, a non-profit corporation Tigers current classes or to register, visit the Calendar page at presents major national & international concerts, opera, http://www.selby.org or call 366-5731, extension 239. The Meadoword • July 2015 27 AROUND THE TOWN • July 2015 orchestral, Broadway, & film performances at the MUSICA SACRA CANTORUM Community TEMPLE EMANU-EL restored Historic Asolo Theater at the Ringling Museum 2015 SEASON has ended Thru Jul, 5:30 pm; worship, 6:00 pm—SUMMER of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Road in Sarasota. Musica Sacra Cantorum is one organization of two DESIGNING WOMEN SHABBAT WORSHIP SERVICES AND DINNERS. ASOLO REPERTORY THEATRE choral ensembles. “This is Voices,” professionals BOUTIQUE Begin Shabbat celebration with a friendly kiddush of 2015-2016 REPERTORY SEASON begins dedicated to the highest levels of musical artistry join First Wednesday every month, 5:30 pm—at the wine, grape juice, challah, & light snacks. Spiritual, boutique. Guests welcome. Call the DWB Event Line uplifting worship follows, conducted by Rabbi Brenner Nov 13 thru Dec 28—West Side Story. Previews Nov talented, qualified volunteers to comprise Musica Sacra 544-7612. Glickman & our acclaimed musicians. Following 10, 11 & 12. Cantorum Chorus.. Jul 30, 11:30 am—AMBASSADORS’ GUILD SALON services, attendees share Shabbat dinner together at MUNCHTIME MUSICALES Tickets available online at www.asolo.org. SERIES: “Classical Feng Shui and the Healing local restaurants. 2015-2016 CONSERVATORY SEASON begins 2014-2015 SEASON has ended Enegy of Colors and Shapes” with speaker Kathy Sun, Jul 12, 2:00 pmSUMMER FILM SERIES: (sponsored by Sarasota Concert Accociation) Nov 3 thru 22—The Real Inspector Hound by Key, owner of the Bright Life Boutique. Designing George Gershwin Remembered: This award-winning Free concerts noon-time concerts with performances Women Boutique. $20 (prepayment required) includes documentary offers an intimate look at the life of an Tom Stoppard. A comic gem about two theatre critics by high-caliber, area-based vocalists & instrumental attending a performance of a British murder mystery lecture and lunch; purchase online. incomparable American artist, featuring performances who get caught up in an evening that goes awry! performers in a wide variety of musical genres. of Gershwin classics by renowned Royal Philharmonic Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center, 709 N. Tamiami Designing Women Boutique, a 501(c)(3) charitable Orchestra & interviews with celebrities, family The FSU/Asolo Conservatory Theatre is located at Trail in Sarasota. Open seating, no reservations. organization, is located at 1226 N. Tamiami Trail in members, & friends. For more information, please 5555 N. Tamiami Trail in Sarasota, 351-9010. Actor Bring your lunch. Call 351-7467 or visit www. Sarasota, 366.5293. For infor or to purchase tickets, call 232-1832.Tue, Jul 14, 10:00 am—MITZVAH Training is a three-year Masters of Fine Arts graduate sarasotaconcertassociation.org. visit www.designingwomenboutique.org. KNITTING GROUP. Are you a knitter or crocheter program. For specific dates & times, visit www.asolo. SARASOTA BALLET SAHIB SHRINERS interested in using your talent to brighten the lives of org. others while making new friends? Join the Mitzvah THE 2015-2016 SEASON starts OCT 23 BIRTHDAY/ANNIVERSARY DINNER Knitting Group, sponsored by Temple Emanu-El FLORIDA STUDIO THEATRE DANCE—Second Tue monthly (except Jul). Social, The 25th Anniversary Season begins with Best of Sisterhood! We gather monthly to craft and socialize, SUMMER CABARET 6:00 pm; dinner, 7:00 pm; dancing. $17.50/person. Call Theatre of Dreams, Oct 23 thru 25, at the FSU & our beautiful handiwork is donated to needy families. 366-4449. Public welcome! Thru Jul 12—Six Guitars, by Chase Padgett and Jay Center for the Performing Arts. Bring your needles or crochet hook and a favorite Sahib Bingo—Tue, rain or shine. 11:00 am-3:00 pm. Hopkins. Eclectic blend of musical of music, comedy & The Sarasota Ballet is the Gulf Coast of Florida’s first & pattern—we’ll supply the yarn &d great company.Wed, Doors open at 9:00 am. Public welcome! characters; Chase Padgett becomes six different guitar only professional ballet company. For more information, Jul 15, noon—LUNCH WITH THE RABBI. Grab a BAR BINGO—Every Mon, 7:00-9:00 pm. Tacos & players each with a distinct voice, view, and musical visit www.sarasotaballet.org. brown-bag lunch (homemade dessert provided!) and hotdogs available. Public welcome! style (blues, jazz, rock, classical, folk, and country). join Rabbi Brenner Glickman. Bring a newspaper article SARASOTA CONCERT ASSOCIATION First Sun every month, 8:00 am-1:00 pm—ALL- Court Cabaret. or discussion topic, or just socialize. All welcome! YOU-CAN-EAT PANCAKE BREAKFAST. $5.00/ THE 2016 SEASON starts JAN 2016 Sun, Jul 19, 6:30 pm—ISRAELI WINE-TASTING at SUMMER MAINSTAGE person; $2.00 ages 3-7, FREE under three. Public Lineup (subject to change) includes Orpheus Chamber Fresh Start Café, 630 South Orange Ave near Burns Jul 17 & 24, 7:30 pm—We’re doomed! an improvised welcome! Orchestra, Cleveland Orchestra, Miro String Quartet, summer blockbuster! Browne’s Lab. Court. Join us for an evening of good conversation & Olga Kern, and Russian National Orchestra Aug 21 & 28, 7:30 pm—Thank you for being a Sahib Shriners, 600 N. Beneva Road in Sarasota. good cheer. Rabbi Brenner Glickman share his insights Friend: an improvised sitcom. Browne’s Lab. The Sarasota Concert Association (SCA) is a not- Contact 366-4449, ext. 320, or visit www.sahibshrine. on vintages & regions of sampled Israeli wine. Savory for-profit, self-supporting organization. Admission com. & sweet treats for sale. Event is free, but reservations IMPROV reasonably priced. For more information, visit www. UNIV OF ALABAMA NATIONAL ALUMNI required by Jul 13. RSVP [email protected]. Jul 9, 10 & 11—7th ANNUAL SARASOTA IMPROV scasarasota.org. ASSOCIATION, SARAMANA CHAPTER Uplifting,spiritual worship services; fascinating adult FESTIVAL Lineup includes two international groups learning opportunities; innovative service & social along with Florida homegrown troupe, rounded out with SARASOTA OPERA Mon, Aug 10, 6:30 pm—2015 KICK-OFF BANQUET. action projects; & a community that feels like a other troupes from Chicago, Boston, Austin, Miami, 2015-2016 OPERA SEASON starts OCT 2015 Special guest speaker sports editor, Tuscaloosa family. Temple Emanu-El is located at 151 McIntosh Atlanta, New York, Tampa, Orlando, & everywhere in News Cecil. Island House Dining Room of the Resort The Sarasota Opera is located at 61 N. Pineapple Road, south of Fruitville. Call 371-2788 or visit www. between. Weekend passes, $59; nightly, $49; individual at Longboat Key Club, 361 Longboat Key Club Rd, Avenue, Sarasota. Call 366-8450 for times & tickets or sarasotatemple.org. shows, $10; Thu Florida Sampler Party tickets, $20; visit www.sarasotaopera.org. Longboat Key, $45/person. Cash bar will be available. Featured Act tickets, $15. Workshops taught by the Door prizes &auction items. TEMPLE SINAI SARASOTA ORCHESTRA professional improvisers. Purchase tickets at the Box SARASOTA GARDEN CLUB: Fri, 6:00 pm—FRIDAY NIGHT SERVICES. Welcome Office, 366-9000, or at floridastudiotheatre.org. Visit www sarasotaorchestra.org. Call 953- OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 3434 or 866-508-0611 for tickets & details. reception 5:15 pm. Full menu & bar available. Browne’s Lab Theatre. Sarasota Garden Club, a non-profit charitable Sat, 10:00 am—SAT MORNING SERVICES, includes Doors open one hour before show. THE (SARASOTA) PLAYERS organization located at 1131 Blvd. of the Arts, discussion & learning in the intimate setting of the Thru Aug 29, 7:30 pm—Out of Bounds Match Up. BROADWAY SEASON 2015-2016 corner US 41 N., bay-side in Sarasota. Open Chapel. Thru Aug 29—Life’s a Beach. Lampoons the Begins Sep 3—Cat on a Hot Tin Roof 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, Mon thru Fri; grounds WOMEN OF SINAI JUDAICA SHOP—Every Fri, 5:00 open every day. Call 955-0875 for more to 5:45 pm. Call 941-924-1802 or visit templesinai- happenings & nightlife of our fair city. SUMMER SIZZLER SERIES Thru Aug 20—Kids Comedy Lab. information or visit www.sarasotagardenclub.org. sarasota.org. Jul 9 thru 11 & 6 thru 18 , 7:30 pm; Jul 12 & 19, 2:00 Sat, Jul 18, 5:30 pm—FAMILY FUN NIGHT. Dinner & Located at 1241 N. Palm Avenue in Sarasota. For more pm—I Hate Hamlett. A young, successful TV actor Congregations “Drive-In” Finding Nemo. Call Laura, 928-9462. information or tickets, call the Box Office at 366-9000 relocates to New York with his television career in CONGREGATION FOR HUMANISTIC Temple Sinai is located at 4631 S. Lockwood Ridge or visit http://www.Floridastudiotheatre.org. limbo; he’s offered the role of Hamlet onstage, but, he JUDAISM Road off Proctor, between Beneva & Swift Roads. 924- hates Hamlet. $18. JAZZ CLUB OF SARASOTA CHJ, a secular lay congregation, celebrates Jewish 1802, or visit templesinai-sarasota.org. JAZZ AT TWO The Players, located at 838 N. Tamiami Trail between heritage & identifies with & values the history, culture, 10th Street & Boulevard of the Arts. Call Box Office at & future of Jewish people. Mixed-faith community Submissions When scheduled, Unitarian Universalist Church, 3975 365-2494 or visit www.theplayers.org/Broadway.html. Fruitville Rd in Sarasota. $5 Jazz Club members; $15 welcome. Meets at Unity, 3023 Proctor Road, Sarasota. AROUND THE TOWN nonmembers. VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS Services & programs open to public. Call 929-7771 or Includes events of non-profit orga- Jul 4, 4:30 pm—Gloria Musicae: An American visit www.chj-Sarasota.org. nizations. Submissions are due by JAZZ MEETS ART the 10th of the Month. If the 10th Tapestry. Star-spangled choral fireworks highlight the CONGREGATION KOL HANESHAMA falls on a weekend or holiday, the Jul 24, 4:00 to 7:00 pm—Join the members of the annual patriotic salute to America. Celebrate with us, deadline is moved to the previous Jazz Club of Sarasota & the Art Center for a fun-filled stay downtown for dinner, and watch the fireworks over Kol HaNeshama, 3145 Southgate Circle in Sarasota, business day. The Meadoword evening of JAZZ MEETS ART Featuring David Pruyn. Sarasota Bay! is affiliated with the Reconstructionist Movement, accepts submissions based on ap- Art Center Sarasota. For information, contact Carline Jul 8, 7:30 pm—American Idol Live! The 14th which stems from traditional orientation with a positive propriateness to the publication and Ash at 366-1552 or email admin@jazzclubsarasota. value on innovation & change. Call 244-2042 or email reserves the right to edit or refuse consecutive national tour returns with the Top Five submissions. com. artists. [email protected]. Located at 330 South Pineapple Ave, Suite 111 FRIDAY FEST TEMPLE BETH SHOLOM in Sarasota, 366-1552. For tickets or information, Thru Sep, 5:00 to 9:00—rain or shine. Free. On Sun thru Fri, 8:00 am—DAILY MINYAN call 366-1552 or visit the group’s website at www. the., are free and family-friendly. Bring blankets & Fri, 6:30 pm—NIGHT SERVICES jazzclubsarasota.com. lawn chairs. Food and beverage for sale. Food, drinks Sat, 9:00 pm—MORNING SERVICES MANATEE PLAYERS & coolers prohibited. Weapons of any kind strictly Sat, 10:30 am—SHABBAT SHABOOM CHILDREN’S prohibited. During inclement weather, the festival 2014-2015 SEASON SERV moves indoors. For more information, visit www. Mon weekly, 1:30 pm—YIDDISH GROUP Visit website for times. For more information, visit VanWezel.org or call 953-3368. Tue weekly, 9:15 am—Cup of Joe and Five Books Manatee Players Website. • Jul 10—Kim Betts and the Gamble Creek Band of Moe discussion group. Jul 24 & 25—Guy and Dolls. An oddball romantic • Aug 21—Yesterdayze Thu monthly, 10:00 am—SISTERHOOD KNITTING comedy with book by Abe Burrows and Jo Swerling • Sep 18—Reverend Barry & Funktastic Soul AND CRAFTS. Monthly on Thu. Crochet and/or knit and music and lyrics by Frank Loesser. Stone Hall, 502 2015-2016 SEASON starts OCT 14 newborn hats. Bring your needles, hooks, & acrylic 3rd Ave W in Bradenton. worsted weight yarn. Pizza available, $5. Contact Molly Jul 9, 12 & 16—Copenhagen (Winner, 2000 Tony The Van Wezel box office located at 777 N. Tamiami Ballow at 377-1340 or [email protected] for Award for Best Play) about a clandestine conversation Trail, Sarasota. For more information, call 953-3368 infor & to RSVP. in 1941 between nuclear physicists Neils Bohr and or visit http://www.vanwezel.org. For information, call Werner Heisenberg that changed the course of history. 366-0007 or visit http://www.bestfood.com. For information or to RSVP events that follow, Bradenton Kiwanis Theater, general seating. call the office, 941-955-8121, or email info@ WEST COAST BLACK templebethsholomfl.org. Temple Beth Sholom is THEATRE TROUPE The Manatee Performing Arts Center is located at 502 located at 1050 S. Tuttle Ave in Sarasota (northwest 3rd Ave West in Bradenton. For details & tickets, call Jul 8 thru Aug 9—The Cotton Club Cabaret corner of Bahia Vista & S. Tuttle Ave. Call, 955-8121 or the box office, 748-5875, or visit www.manateeplayers. The Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe of Florida, Inc. visit www.templebethsholomfl.org. com. (WBTT) is the only professional black theatre company on Florida’s west coast & one of two in the state. 1646 10th Way; Box Office, 1343 Main St, Ste 300B in Sarasota. Call 366-1505. 28 The Meadoword • July 2015
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Th e Me a d o w s Bo o k Cl u b The Meadows Ne w Ti t l e s f o r 2015-2016 (Meets on 2nd Wednesday of the month at 2:00 pm at the MCA) Memorial Garden Administration Priscilla Schlegel 341-0434 [email protected] Luncheon Caryl Magnus 378-5055 [email protected] Date Title and Author with its serene, Leader natural setting… Oct 14 Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel Jean Rezabek is the perfect place to memorialize your loved Nov 11 Plain Truth by Jodi Picoult Barbara Beisel ones. Any Meadows’ resident, past or present, Dec 9 The Boys in the Boat can have an engraved, granite plaque by Daniel James Brown Janet Thompson placed on the Memorial Wall. —2016— Jan 13 The Aviator’s Wife by Melanie Benjamin Martha Dooley To find out more about the Garden or to Feb 10 The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd Cindy Kodish order a plaque, contact: Mar 9 Luncheon & New Book Selections (11:30) The Meadows Community Association, Apr 13 The Warm of Other Suns 941.377.2300, or email by Isabel Wilkerson Karen Rush [email protected] May 11 The Birth House by Ami McKay Charles LaSalle 32 The The Meadoword • July 2015
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