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MCA BOARD OF DIRECTORS Notes From the Claire Coyle, President Marilyn Maleckas, Vice President Jan Lazar, Treasurer Malcolm Hay, Secretary President’s Desk Bob Clark Claire Coyle—MCA President Bruce Ferretti Phil Hughes Dr. Bart Levenson WOW! What a great Fernando Viteri The Meadows Community community we live in COMMITTEES Assembly of Property Owners Association Mike Mazur, Chair With all the changes surrounding Claire Coyle, Liaison the on-and-off-again proposals for Vision—To be known as a well-maintained, welcoming, Communications The Meadows Country Club sale, I safe community with up-to-date housing, activities, and Claire Coyle, Chair am truly thankful for the support The Community Involvement Meadows community continues to services designed to meet the needs of all residents Marilyn Maleckas, Chair give your MCA Board of Directors! Finance There is no denying the country Mission—To preserve the property values, ambiance, Jan Lazar, Chair club is in serious financial trouble. Fining Hearing Panel and vitality of our community Bud Totten & Joy Howes, Cochairs There is also no denying the country Long Range Planning club is the core of The Meadows Strategies—Formulate a plan to modernize housing Malcolm Hay, Chair community. What threatens The Maintenance Meadows Country Club threatens all of stock Coordinate with the club on its redevelopment Jo Evans, Chair us living in The Meadows. effort and explore opportunities to expand Bruce Ferretti, Liaison At our informational meetings with Personnel the community on October 12 and 16, activities offered by MCA Claire Coyle, Chair it became quite clear to me that our Standards residents care very deeply about The Phil Hughes, Chair Meadows. You are willing to support Best Kept efforts to ensure The Meadows—filled Bud & Lesley Totten, Cochairs with open green spaces and amenities Safety John Spillane, Chair for the entire community—continues Bart Levenson, Liaison to be a wonderful place to live. The Emergency Preparedness MCA Board of Directors hears you and Sue Pound & John Spillane, Cochairs is continuing its efforts, in cooperation with The Meadows Country Club Board of Directors, to resolve this The Meadoword challenge in a way that will benefit Community News Source of The Meadows both the club and the community. No Initiated in 1983 small feat, but we are committed to Publisher, MCA: Kathy Gibson finding a way to resolve this issue. Managing Editor/Designer: Mary Jo Gord Assistant Editor: Carlene Cobb We want to keep you fully Advertising Manager: Mary Jo Gord informed of our progress Proofers: Kathy Gibson, Sandy Truman Distribution: MCA We now have 2800 email MEADOWS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION addresses for our residents. That’s great 2004 Longmeadow because it allows us to do a better job Sarasota, Florida 34235 of keeping you informed in a timely Phone 377-2300 • Fax 377-2248 fashion. If you have not provided us [email protected] with your email address, please call the http://www.themeadowssarasota.org MCA office to add it to our contacts. If your only source of information is The Submission Guidelines Meadoword, you could miss important information between monthly issues. Letters to the Editor • Letters must be signed and include Special thanks to all the a return address. • Issues must be of interest to a large community heroes who help portion of The Meadows. their neighbors and make The • Obscene or derogatory remarks will not be published. Meadows the great place it is • We reserve the right to edit letters in the interest of space or to refuse Thank you for helping your publication. neighbors set out and bring in their Deadlines** for the DEC 2017 issue: Articles and Monthly Columns trash cans when that chore is difficult Display Advertising—contact The Meadoword Managing We welcome submissions from our for them. Thank you for picking up Editor Meadows residents for publication in your neighbors’ storm debris when The Meadoword. Articles should be • New & revised display ads, FRI, NOV 3 of general interest to the community. they needed your help. Thank you • Camera-ready display ads, MON, NOV 6 We copy edit all articles for accuracy, for picking up the trash left by others content, style, and length and will not Editorial Content—contact The Meadoword Managing Editor publish articles that contain offensive as you walk around the community. material or inaccurate information. Ar- Thank you for checking in with your MCA columns, ticles must be received by the posted neighbors who live alone. Thank you • MCA columns, WED, NOV 8 deadline for publication in the following month’s edition. for volunteering on neighborhood and • Articles & columns, WED, NOV 8 All submissions are published at the MCA committees and boards. • Letters to the Editor, due WED, NOV 8 discretion of the Editor and the MCA. We have a very exciting vision, Classified Ads—contact The MCA Reception Desk mission, and strategies for The Meadows community. It will take the • Classifieds, FRI, NOV 10 Subscription Rates For more information, call 377-2300 The subscription rate for The Meadoword support of every resident to make it reflects a cost due to recent increases in post- a reality. Please get involved in our ** NOTE: Deadlines for camera-ready ads are on or about the 10th of the month prior to publica- tion. When the 10th falls on a weekend or holiday, the deadline is the previous business day. New age, labor, and materials: community in any way you can. No act USA...... $2.00 per month advertiser ads and revised ads are due two days prior to camera-ready ads. Deadlines may be Canada...... $3.50 per month is too small. Together, we can realize a moved up as necessary to accommodate production and press requirements for Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays, the month of February, and extenuating circumstances. Europe...... $6.25 per month very bright future for The Meadows. The Meadoword • November 2017 3 THINKING OF SELLING? WE CAN SAVE YOU MONEY! OUR 2/4/6% Brokerage Fees might save you thousands. CLOSED AT 4% IN MARCH 4012 Oakley Greene; Seller saved $5,000 in commissions 5526 Chanteclaire,; Seller saved $4,800 in commissions CLOSED AT 2% IN APRIL 5070 Vivienda Way; Seller saved $9,000 in commissions SALE PENDING AT 2% IN MAY Woodland Grove Seller will save $7,200 in commissions

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NEXT MEETING of the Safety Safety Committee Prevention is the best protection November 6, 2:00 pm, MCA John Spillane—Chair All residents encouraged to attend ZELLO—a smart September activity phone app and a down by 1 smart solution for all During the month of September of us in The Meadows 2017 there were 25 reported incidents, 1 less than in August. There were 15 incident-free days. The Safety Patrol issued 52 citations for various violations such as illegally parked vehicles, garbage violations, and open garage doors. Incidents remain low September was another quiet month for our Meadows Safety Patrol The Emergency Prep Committee in terms of serious incidents. That’s began using cell phones as they would always a good thing. walkie-talkies during Hurricane Petit theft Irma. One of our members, Mike Mazur, read earlier about rescues On Friday, September 8, a resident during Hurricane Harvey in Texas of Highland Oaks Drive reported Hurricane Irma left no Florida county untouched where victims were able to talk to first that person(s) unknown removed an responders using this app. It allows you American Flag from the exterior wall In The Meadows, we had not situation, have no other means of to communicate with a large number of his residence. had much need to put up shutters in assistance, and need to evacuate your of people who may otherwise have no Auto burglary preparation for a hurricane in quite home–REGISTER! other way of communicating. some time. In my case, the last time I Contact Sarasota County Zello is an app, which relies on On Friday, September 29, a put up shutters was 12 years ago. I had Emergency Management, People WiFi and cell services, that works very resident of Morningside reported to dig them out of storage in my garage with Special Needs Office, 941-861- much like a walkie-talkie. It’s able to that sometime overnight, person(s) and try to remember how each panel fit 5000 for help with the necessary support a large number of people in unknown entered her unlocked vehicle the specific window it was made for. forms and registration information. dispersed locations from all over—it and removed two towels, two boxes, Finding the proper screws and bolts The information you provide is doesn’t matter where you are. (During various work-related papers, and some was another chore. confidential and will be available only Hurricane Irma, Meadoword Editor loose change. The resident was advised My body is also 12 years older to Emergency Services personnel. Mary Jo Gord listened in up in to call the Sarasota County Sheriff’s and apparently not nearly as strong as General hurricane shelters can Georgia and was able to know what Office to file a report. it was 12 years earlier—it took way provide only first aid—no nursing was happening in The Meadows). more time and effort to get these things care or medical assistance The app allows from two to a It was anxious times installed than ever before. I realized 1,000 users to communicate live with earlier in October when too late I could have used some help. Special needs shelters can provide one another. If you have the app, We all need assistance and some limited medical care and oxygen, but you can join one of the thousands of The Meadows prepared help from time to time… if at all possible, a caregiver should channels that already exist, start your for Hurricane Irma accompany a special needs person to own channels with your own groups, Don’t be afraid to ask for it! the shelter. or chat one-on-one. Thankfully, we made it through Keep a list of your prescribed The MCA sent out an information virtually unscathed. Now as we begin If you have special medications and include them in bulletin to all Meadows residents to November and the tropical hurricane needs your disaster kits download and install the app so they season winds down, we can finally take could listen to the command center a deep breath and go over things we Those of us with special needs • Make sure that you have at least instructions, It also gave them an could do differently or prepare better probably get around pretty well during one to two weeks of medications for opportunity hear what was happening for if a serious storm threatens our area normal days. But, you will want to let both prescription and over-the-counter in The Meadows, even if they were out in the future. emergency responders know ahead drugs with you. of town. It proved to be invaluable as Hurricane Irma woke us up from of time that you may need help in the • If you require a special diet you the storm progressed northward toward our 12-year complacency of no serious aftermath of a disaster. Take the time to will need to take your food with you. Sarasota. storm threats. If you weren’t worried do it now so you won’t have to worry Keep these extra items on hand Zello offers many advantages over about Irma, you have ice water in your about later. standard walkie-talkies; there’s no need veins. It was no fun standing in the You may need to take additional • Wheelchair batteries to buy extra hardware, you are not cross hairs of a Category 4 hurricane’s steps to protect yourself during an • A manual wheelchair for use limited by range, and you don’t have impending arrival and praying for it to emergency. If you have family, friends, • A walker as a backup, if needed to make sure you are using the right go left or right. The weather forecasters or neighbors with special needs, • Oxygen frequency. Wherever you can get a cell could not say for certain if it was going you can help them with these extra • Catheters phone signal or WiFi connection, you to be a direct hit or a glancing blow. precautions. Some practical tips to • Medication can use Zello. The “Cone of Uncertainty” was truly keep in mind and follow. • Food and items for service dogs It’s available for a large number uncertain and all over the place. • Batteries, blankets, cash, of platforms, including Android, Register in Advance! Should I put up my hurricane shutters? medications, non-perishable foods, BlackBerry, and iOS as well as Sarasota County Emergency water, and a weather radio. Windows Phone 8 and Windows PCs. It’s a question you may grapple Management maintains a Registry of It’s another great tool we can with. When I finally decided I had People with Special Needs. Our best advice is to include in our emergency kits and use better put up my shutters, there were If you are unable to respond MAKE A PLAN! during emergency situations. only three days to spare. independently to an emergency And the best part—IT’S FREE. The Meadoword • November 2017 5 Schemes, Scams and Cons… And how they try to take your money! John Spillane—[email protected] charging customers, who just had their information stolen, a fee to freeze In early September while their credit. Can you believe that? we prepared for a Many consumers’ cried extortion, and Equifax relented. potential disaster in Help with identity theft? I don’t Florida in the form of think so… Hurricane Irma, another Equifax isn’t promising help to fix storm was brewing your credit. Equifax will agree only to monitor your credit, not help you fix One of the nation’s three leading any problems arising from the hack. credit reporting companies reported We do not offer, provide, or furnish any it was hacked and information was products, or any advice, counseling, or stolen. Equifax—I’ll make that bold assistance, for the express or implied and clear so we don’t forget—said that purpose of improving your credit 143 million people could be affected record, credit history, or credit rating, by a recent data breach in which cyber the company says in its 7,200-word criminals stole information including to protect my sensitive financial data sue and be forced to take disputes to terms and conditions. The terms go on names, Social Security numbers, birth from getting into the wrong hands. And arbitration. But you can opt out of that to say, By this we mean that we do not dates, addresses, and the numbers of now, to find out they had lax Internet provision if you notify the company in claim we can clean up or improve your some drivers’ licenses. More recent security that allowed this hack to occur writing within 30 days. credit record, credit history, or credit data indicates it could 145 million. was all the more shocking. The company also recommends rating. In addition, credit card numbers It was bad enough when it that you review account statements Thanks Equifax, you’ve been a big help! for about 209,000 people were exposed happened to Home Depot, Target, and credit reports yourself to check for as well as “personal identifying Yahoo, and other companies we do incidents of fraud. Scam of the Month information” on roughly 182,000 business with. But to have it happen You can request a copy of your customers involved in credit report to a credit-reporting agency whose credit report online at A brand new email scam is making disputes. only business is storing and protecting www.annualcreditreport.com the rounds. This phony email tells How the heck could this reporting all financial information? It’s just Netflix users their accounts have been company that charges its customers shocking! You are allowed a free copy deactivated and they should click a a fee to protect credit reports and Equifax’s security lapse could once a year from each of the three link to reactivate the accounts. The link personal financial information of so be the largest theft involving Social credit reporting agencies—Equifax, goes to a page that asks for payment many people? It is beyond belief the Security numbers, one of the most Experian, and TransUnion. If you see information to get your account back company did not have the safeguards common methods used to confirm a any unauthorized activity, immediately up and running. in place to protect against the obvious person’s identity in the United States. report it to your bank and/or credit card threat that cyber thieves pose, It eclipses a 2015 hack at health insurer company. If you believe you’ve been a especially to a target as potentially Anthem Inc., which involved the victim of identity theft, you should also rewarding as this company’s client list. Social Security numbers of about 80 contact law enforcement. And I’ll bet almost all of us are million people. Another way to protect yourself is to affected—I know for a fact that I am; What should you do? immediately place FRAUD ALERTS I’ll report on that later in the article. on your credit reports If you don’t already know, Equifax Equifax suggests you sign up for is one of three nationwide credit- credit-file monitoring and identity theft Placing a fraud alert means that But don’t click that link! IT’S A SCAM! reporting companies that track and rate protection and will provide free service lenders must contact you to verify your the financial history of U.S. consumers. for one year through a company called identity before they issue credit in your If you follow the instructions the It gets its data, without your even “TrustedID Premier” (also an Equifax name. To place an alert on your report, email gives you, then you’re giving knowing, from credit card companies, company), whether or not you’ve been contact one of the credit agencies, the keys to your payment account to banks, retailers, and lenders. You may affected by the breach. To enroll, go which is required to notify the other hackers. It’s just like all the other scam never have actually used Equifax to www.equifaxsecurity2017.com and two. The alert is free, will last for 90 emails you might get asking you to yourself, or even heard of it, but rest click on the Am I Impacted tab on the days, and can be renewed. click a link… assured that this credit-reporting bottom of the page. You must submit Place a CREDIT FREEZE on your Just don’t click that link! Go agency knows you and has a treasure your last name and Social Security credit report directly to a company’s website—or trove of your personal information! number there. call them directly and ask. The company discovered the data At that point, you’ll receive a Also known as a security freeze, breach on July 29 and thought the hack message telling you whether you’ve this tool lets you restrict access to your occurred between mid-May and July been impacted by the hack. Then you’ll credit report, which, in turn, makes be asked if you want to sign up for the it more difficult for identity thieves The Safety Guy Just why it took so long to report monitoring service. The enrollment to open new accounts in your name it is another question that needs to be process is scheduled over several because most creditors need to see is looking out answered. days to minimize delays, according to your credit report before they approve for you! Equifax will not be contacting Equifax’s website. a new account. If they can’t see your everyone who was affected, but will file, they may not extend credit. If you know of any scams to I went through this “enrollment” report or need information send direct mail notices to those process myself A freeze takes your credit report whose credit card numbers or dispute out of circulation. If someone else about them, email me at… records were accessed. The site asks for your Social tries to take out a loan in your name, [email protected] But, I don’t believe them. As Security number during sign up. the lender will not be able to pull your with all data breaches, it’s best to be I was reluctant at first, but then report and, therefore, cannot extend proactive—particularly because of the thought, “Hey they already let all my the credit. If you want to take out a Take a severity of this particular leak. information go out in cyberspace for loan yourself, you’ll have to contact When I first read about this the asking, what’s the big deal now”? the reporting agency to temporarily lift “mother of all cyber hacks,” I became Remember though, if you sign up the freeze. BITE extremely angry. For years I have for Equifax’s offer of free protection, Ironically, when this breach Out of been paying a monthly fee to Equifax you may be limiting your rights to first became public, Equifax was Crime! 6 The Meadoword • November 2017 Assembly of Property Owners MCA Mike Mazur—Chair The Assembly Executive provoking, generated some lively hristmas Committee continues to roll out discussion. C its series of informative, timely MCA President Claire Coyle topics for the monthly Assembly of provided information on upcoming T Property Owners meetings. events and fielded a few lingering P R Y Our first meeting of the season questions from the previously held A on October 18 hosted a full-house. country club town hall meetings. Best Kept Committee Cochair Join us Wednesday, November Lesley Totten announced the Best 15, at 4:00 pm for an informative, Kept Fall awards recipients, and interactive program, “Plumbing: Friday, each of the candidates for The Repair, Restoration, Relining.” A Meadows Community Association panel of three professionals in the Board briefly addressed the field will share information and Dec 8 Assembly delegates. present images of an actual major The topic for the informational pipe replacement project already Doors Open portion of the meeting was completed in The Meadows. “Budgeting and Reserves.” Jan In addition, the slate of at 6:00 pm Lazar presented masterfully. Her candidates for the 2018 MCA presentation, which was thought- Board of Directors positions will at the MCA be finalized. See you there! Community Center Assembly of Property Owners 2004 Longmeadow November 15, 4:00 pm Entertainment by The Kim Jenkins Classic Rock Slate of Candidates for 2018 MCA Board Hosted by The Assembly of Property Owners of The Meadows for all our residents. No guests please! of Directors will be finalized and Surprises and goodies for all! experts will present a program about “Plumbing: Repair, Restoration, Relining” For more information, call the MCA, 377-2300

DELEGATES—SIGN IN ON ARRIVAL Open to all Meadows residents

Numbers ACUPUNCTURE PHYSICIAN, DR. BRENDA 955-1220 AVIVA 377-0781 Pick up thru Dec 2017 CTR PHYSICAL THERAPY AND WELLNESS 360-9706 FULL SPECTRUM OPTICAL 343-7720 May be BW in summer GOLDEN DAISY CAFE 371-3354 LIGHTHOUSE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 388-7109 months or color in season MASSAGE THERAPY, TERRI MAGDALINSKI 378-4101 THE MEADOWORD 377-2300 THE 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 • November 2017 7 Volunteer of the Month DRYER VENT CLEANING Kathy Easley is a “Crafty Lady!” $59.95 Crafts Committee CALL KEN WELLS @ Cochair Vicki Robley ADC SERVICES (formerly called Air Duct Cleaning Services) nominates Cochair 941-329-6574 Kathy Easley as Rotary Brush-Vacuum November Volunteer Cleaning System of the Month NEIGHBORHOOD GROUP DISCOUNTS OFFERED Vicki’s nomination speaks for Additional Services Available – itself as to why Kathy is a great Vent Repair • Vent Installation Transition Line Replacement volunteer in The Meadows. LIC. #30208, #117470 • INSURED “Kathy Easley has been involved with the Crafts group for seven years,” says Vicki. “She has introduced many new craft ideas Or … Do You and projects over those years.” Kathy’s husband, Paul NEED A Easley, also helps the group with preparation for the annual Craft HANDYMAN? Show, held this month. He is a gifted handyman and behind-the- scenes worker. He even purchased Call Ken Wells @ a diamond bit for his drill to put 941-329-6574 holes in the bottles so the Craft ladies could insert Christmas FAST, RELIABLE, lights and create lighted bottle FRIENDLY, & decorations. TRUSTWORTHY Kathy leads a group of up to 30 ladies in season and about a dozen Photo credit: Carlene Cobb From Powerwashing during the summer. Her leadership to Home Repairs helped raise $6,000 at last year’s ABOVE— Kathy Easley creates hand-crafted jewelry displays in & anything in between! annual Craft Sale. The proceeds preparation for the annual Craft Sale, where earrings, necklaces, and are donated to local charities. Craft a wide variety of hand-crafted jewelry are all beautifully displayed; items left from the sale were sold come be inspiried while you shop for unique handmade holiday at the annual garage sale. Kathy is gifts that are sure to be a hit (proceeds help support not-for-profit a great volunteer in The Meadows. charities in the Sarasota and Bradenton communities)

2017 Deadlines for The Meadoword New advertiser ads and changes to existing ads are due the 5th of the month. Camera- ready ads are due the 7th of the month. Contracts, renewals, and payments must be received by the 7th of the month, PRIOR TO placement of ads. MCA columns are due the 10th of the month. Articles and other submissions are due the 7th of the month. Classified ads are due the 13th of the month. Deadlines that fall on a weekend or holiday are moved to the previous business day. Ad deadlines may be moved up to accommodate for holidays, short months (like February), or extenuating circumstances that may impact production. This Schedule is subject to change.

2017 New Ads, Ad CR Ads, Articles Contracts & MCA Columns Classifieds Issue Changes & Builds & Submissions Payments DEC* Fri, Nov 3 Mon, Nov 6 Mon, Nov 6 Wed, Nov 8 Fri, Nov 10 JAN Mon, Dec 4 Wed, Dec 6 Wed, Dec 6 Wed, Dec 6 Mon, Dec 11 2018* *Dates have been moved up to accommodate for Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays

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Will you have special needs this hurricane season? • If you have special needs with mobility… Register your • If you are on oxygen or use information with the electrical medical equipment… Sarasota County • If you will need medical evacuation and special Emergency Management sheltering… Special Needs Registry Stop by the MCA and pick-up a Don’t wait until it’s too late… People with Special Needs (PSN) Application or download it at Call 861-5000 Today www.themeadowssarasota.org

September 29–October 24—2.71 inches Year-to-Date—52.13 inches The Meadoword • November 2017 9 Standards Reviewing some basic rules… Phil Hughes—Chair

Welcome back to The Architectural Review Restricted Vehicles may not be parked overnight Meadows—I am sure at any location exposed to public view from those of us who’ve lived Approved Applications Briarfield Condo Assn any houses from 11:00 pm till 5:00 am here a number of years Briarfield Condo Assn will agree The Meadows 3877 Chatsworth Grn Vehicles Classified as Restricted include: 4448 Highland Park • Pick-up trucks, including sport utility vehicles (SUVs) is the best community 5229 Myrtlewood with beds (covered or uncovered—commercial and in Sarasota! 4988 Taywater Dell non-commercial) 3185 Sandleheath • Paneled trucks & vans without back passenger seats Here are a few basic rules we Briarfield Condo Assn • Boats, campers & RVs (vehicles used for recreation, with all should follow to ensure we Springlake Condo Assn kitchen or bathroom facilities) preserve our property values and 4322 Highland Oaks Cir • Motor homes, trailers, mobile homes & buses continue to make The Meadows Pipers Waite Condo Assn • Race cars community a great place to live. 5235 Everwood Run • Kayaks, canoes, etc. 5444 Champange Pets kept on leash 4277 Highlands Bridge To arrange for restricted vehicle paid parking in the MCA’s secured lots, 941-377-2300 Monday thru Thursday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Florida law requires that 4957 Taywater Dell call the MCA, , , Springlake Condo Assn and Friday 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. pets must be vaccinated against rabies. Pets must be leashed at all Aviva Vehicle 6-12/ 3-6/months 32 days- 15-31 days 5-14/days 1-4/days times when outside the owner’s Villa Majorca Condo Assn months 3 months residence. Owners are permitted 4848 Waterbridge Down to walk their pets on the MCA 4817 Greencroft Rd 21 feet & under $220.00 $137.50 $82.50 $55.00 $27.50 $5.50/day common grounds. Owners must 4604 Hadfield Drive remove all pet droppings and Over 21 feet $297.00 $181.50 $110.00 $82.50 $38.50 $7.70/day deposit them in either waste Rates are determined by size only—no distinction is made for the type of vehicle (for containers located along pathways in an enclosed garage or in the example, boat, RV, truck or trailer). All locked parking requires a key deposit of $25.00 or in waste cans at the owner’s vehicle storage area of the MCA. home. Any pet whose behavior (refunded when the key is returned) Off-road or unlicensed becomes a nuisance to other vehicles residents will not be permitted. No off-road or unlicensed Hurricane shutter installation motor vehicles are allowed on It’s common knowledge that MCA roads, with the exception of a hurricane can result in possible golf carts. deadly consequences. You may Bicycles and pedestrians install any style hurricane shutter when a hurricane or tropical storm Bicycles and pedestrians have watch is issued for our immediate the right-of-way over golf carts area. These shutters must be taken on those paths available to all down promptly after the threat three. Pedestrians and joggers on passes. Hurricane shutters that Meadows pathways must yield have been approved for application to bicycles. For safety reasons, by the MCA may be installed no one is allowed to walk, jog or starting May 1, used for any part of rollerblade on the country club hurricane season, and can remain golf courses and cart paths. installed until November 30. Golf carts Motor-Powered Vehicles Golf carts must be equipped Parking on any of The with a warning device to alert Meadows Community Association other pathway users. Minimum (MCA) roads overnight is not age requirement for operating a allowed. Parking on any lawn golf cart is 16. or other unpaved area in The All vehicles must be operated Meadows is prohibited. Restricted with due respect for the safety of vehicles, such as trucks, motor others. homes, trailers, boats, buses, and commercial vehicles shall only be parked overnight, out of sight,

If you have a pet… Please consider the enjoyment of everyone, including your own and others’ pets Vaccinate your pet against rabies—Florida law requires it Keep your pet confined or leashed at all times Observe Sarasota County’s quiet hours from 11:00 pm to 7:00 am Pickup and dispose pet droppings in trash receptacles 10 The Meadoword • November 2017

Have You Lost Become a member MHOA of the MHOA— Growth opportunities Something? it’s easy! Jan Lazar It could be found! Any single-family homeowner who does not already belong Call G4S Security to another sub-HOA can join By this point, you are For most people, your largest (Meadows Safety Patrol) the MHOA, which is separate asset is your home 809-0084 from The Meadows Community no doubt aware of the Association, the master associa- severe financial The place you live is typically with an accurate tion that all homeowners in The problems facing The also the place that provides a major description to see Meadows automatically belong to. portion of your personal wealth. We Meadows Country must look to options that maintain if they have If you would like to become a Club and that failure the values of both our own homes recovered it new member or your mem- and our community. A jewel sitting bership has expired or will of the country club in the midst of a pile or rubbish expire soon, contact MHOA will have severe quickly loses its value. Membership Director As MCA President Claire Christine Deutsch for an consequences for Coyle often says, “You are application or renewal form. The Meadows either moving forward, or going She will be happy to answer backward.” We all will face your questions and send you The green space the golf changes in our community as the a form. Email Christine at courses provide is a major problems with the country club [email protected]. attraction in our community. Not unfold, and that is why it is vital only do green spaces provide to move forward into a viable Cost for membership: beauty, they also provide habitats solution. for the many birds and other The MHOA is your voice in $15, one year wildlife in the area; green spaces this process. If you have questions $25, two years are important to our quality of life or suggestions or concerns, sharing $35, three years and to our property values. them with your board is a good $55, five years Individual homes have their way for you to be heard. own property values plus the The MHOA is We look forward to added value of the green spaces seeing you at the MHOA YOUR voice in surrounding them. We must all be dinner social, November 8 at concerned with how those areas are The Meadows Country Club the community! used, maintained and protected. Property values link directly Please make your reservation to our homes and to our whole today, if you haven’t already. Fun, community. We preserve our values good food, and a chance to meet by keeping both well-maintained. other individual homeowners are We can increase our values by all good reasons to attend our improving our own homes and the dinner social at the very reasonable broader community. price of $28. See you there!

The MCA Presidents Council

Will Meet on Tuesday, November 7 10:30 am to 1:30 pm in the Lakeside Room at the MCA Community Center Reservations Required Association Presidents Please RSVP by Friday, November 3, noon Call 377-2300 The Meadoword • November 2017 11 Fall Back… Please NOTE! The MARKET REPORT Daylight Saving  From the Time ENDS  Real Estate in The Meadows November 5 , 2:00 am, MCA Dick Plumb Set your clocks Text As many of you are The total number of sales was $255,990 in September 2017, (12) in September 2017 for $248,000 in August 2017, and BACK aware, on October 8, condominiums and houses combined $234,408 in September 2016. ONE HOUR! the entry sign at 17th decreased by 56 percent from Total sales in Sarasota County Street was hit by a car. August (27) and by 8 percent (11,692) over the 12-month period from September 2016 (13). The ending September 30, 2017, We will be installing a median sale price ($192,500) in increased 6 percent from sales temporary sign until the The Meadows during September (11,446) during the 12-month period increased 1 percent from August ending September 30, 2016. new design is completed. ($190,000) and decreased 12 percent The median sale price Thank you for your from September 2016 ($218,000). ($247,350) increased 6 percent for patience as we begin our The total number of sales (278) the year ending September 30, 2017, over the 12-month period ending from $232,375 ending September beautiful enhancement September 2017, increased 22 30, 2016. of The Meadows. percent during the 12-month period The listing supply* in ending September 2016 (216). September 2017, was 4.2 months Condominium sales (225) were up compared to 3.2 in August and 4.1 in 25 percent from the previous year September 2016. (167) and houses (53) up 7 percent In brief, the 12-month period from the previous year (49). ending September 30, 2017 vs. Happy How about prices? For ending September 30, 2016 September year-to-year, condominium prices (median The Meadows Thanksgiving $179,000) were up 2 percent from $175,000, and houses (median Total sales (278)...... +22%. The MCA Office  $329,000) the same at $329,000 Total median sale price ($199,750)...... -3% will be CLOSED  for September, year-to-year. Note Condominium sales (225)...... +25% that for 2 successive months, house Median condo sale price ($179,000).....+2% Thursday, November 23 median prices haven’t changed House sales (53)...... +7% &Friday, November 24 during September year-over-year. Median house sale price ($329,000).....+0% The listing supply* in Residential properties for sale 9/30/17...(63) September 2017 was 5.3 months Residential properties for sale 9/30/16...(53) compared to 2.2 in August and 4.1 in Sarasota County September, 2016. Total sales (11,692)...... +2% Total Median sale price ($247,350)...... +6% How do these figures compare Condominium sales (3808)...... +5% to Median condo sale price ($218,888).....+5% Sarasota County sales? House sales (7884)...... +1% Total number of sales (767) Median house sale price ($261,563).+7% in September 2017 for condos Residential properties for sale 9/30/17.3795 and houses combined was down Residential property for sale 9/30/16.... 3741 25 percent from August (1019) * Number of months the current supply of and decreased 16 percent from property on the market for sale will last if no September 2016 (916 condos and new listings are added. houses). The median sale price

Sales and Activity for Houses and Condos in The Meadows As of September 2017 Resale Condos & Houses • September Resales...... 9...... 3 • Property available for sale...... 42...... 21 • Property available for sale (distressed)...... 1...... 1 • Property with pending contracts...... 12...... 6 • Median sale price...... $155,000...…$375,000 • Median price of property for sale...... $190,000...... $329,000 • Median price of property with pending contracts...... $199,000...... $397,000 The September 2017 listing supply was 5.3 months (2.2 months in August). 6.0 is considered a healthy market for buyers and sellers. As of August 2017 • August Resales...... 21...... 6 • Property available for sale...... 41...... 19 • Property available for sale (distressed)...... 1...... 0 • Property with pending contracts...... 15...... 6 • Median sale price...... $180,000...... $276,250 • Median price property for sale...... $185,000...... $334,900 • Median asking price of property with pending contracts...... $199,000...... $435,000 As of September 2016 • September Resales...... 11...... 2 • Property available for sale...... 38...... 15 • Property available for sale (distressed)...... 1...... 0 • Property with pending contracts...... 27...... 4 • Median sale price...... $165,000...... $352,500 • Median price of property for sale...... $185,000...... $399,900 • Median price of property with pending contracts...... $180,000...... $323,950 * Information is obtained from My Florida Regional MLS & Sarasota Assoc. of Realtors. Note: Occasionally there will be a slight change in figures because late reporting to the MLS occur after the Meadoword goes to press. Most recent figures will be most accurate. 12 The Meadoword • November 2017

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Sat, Nov 18 8:00 am to 1:00 pm Meadows  Village Centre The Meadoword • November 2017 13 14 The Meadoword • November 2017 Happenings at Fall BACK… Hampstead Heath Daylight Saving Time ENDS at Hurricane Irma Part II 2:00 am on November 5—set your Ann Hamman clocks BACK ONE HOUR! Hampstead Heath prides itself stay with them during the storm, but on being a friendly community — they felt safe at their villas. Jerry welcoming new neighbors, saying fond and Carol Cain opened their place to good-byes, and socializing around friends from the area. the pool or at our frequent parties. Ray and Peggy Napierala’s In September, we earned another daughter, Kim Becker and her family important designation—a safe haven in moved into their villa on September a storm! 9. Kim, her husband, Mark, daughter Our neighborhood came through Allyson, son Kyle, Mark’s mother, Hurricane Irma, grateful the storm had her boyfriend and his mother’s cousin, little effect on Hampstead Heath—no and the Beckers’ dog came from power outages, no storm surge, some their houses near Siesta Key and the debris, downed branches, and only a Southgate Mall. They came well- damaged light pole. prepared after boarding up their homes, Longtime resident Cody Harrison turning off the water, and cleaning out and new resident Cheri Hansen their refrigerators and freezers. surveyed the neighborhood before the “We had supplies in the master storm to see what units were occupied bedroom closet,” says Kim. “We were and if anyone needed help. Bruce very well-prepared. The important Oltchick and Mike Turner (who thing was having power, and the unit was visiting from Massachusetts) inside was very quiet. That’s how well- helped put away pool and patio built this place is, ” says Kim. Her furniture. Seventeen of the 46 units children were excited to sleep in the were occupied, but some residents left closet, but it was not necessary. during the storm. Joan Zaroff went to Kim and Cody have good things to a shelter with her dog Zachary, and say about being in Hampstead Heath. Shireen Schlagel moved in with her “We were very lucky to have this place niece, but both places experienced a to come to,” Kim says. Cody adds, power outages. Everyone was very “We were very lucky again, and I have helpful, Cody says. Lutz and Angelika another chapter to add to my history.” Schultze invited Cody and Cheri to The Scene From Chatsworth Greene Wherever, Whenever, it’s always fun… Bonnie Detwiler

Chatsworth Greene was quiet, have to train your muscles to race, but the surrounding area of Nathan but you have to train your head to Benderson Park was buzzing win!” with activities. We welcomed the Last, but certainly not least, we world at the 2017 World Rowing heard from David Morley, a proud Championships, and we enjoyed father of three, “It is such a thrill the “Embracing Our Differences” to travel around the world to watch art project created by outstanding and cheer for my kids in world talented students to represent the class events. They have worked so countries of the teams that came hard to get where they are! It is so to Sarasota to compete. It was wonderful to be a part of it when well-worth the walk to see each they achieve their goals.” outstanding panel painted for It was truly our pleasure to each country. The enthusiasm and watch this awesome group of inclusion is what the world needs athletes. Now, we look forward to more of! the college NCAA tournament next Dick and I were privileged year. to spend some time with a parent The social committee of and his competing daughter from Chatsworth Greene always the Bahamas. Of course, we asked celebrates the return of our many questions about rowing, a neighbors this time of year. We sport about which we knew little. celebrated the 95th birthday of our I chatted with Emily Morley, friend, Casey Wolcott on October an alum of Ithaca College, who 3, and we had a great time at our competed at the Rio de Janeiro “Welcome Back Pot Luck” on Olympic games before competing October 17. This month, we look in Sarasota. forward to our “Be Thankful Pot “What does it take to compete Luck” on November 14, when we in this sport?” I asked. will gather around our pool. Emily replied, “Seventy-five On December 6, we will have percent mental strength and 25 our holiday party, which is sure to percent physical strength. You bring a few surprises! The Meadoword • November 2017 15 Johnette Cappadonna PROUD SPONSOR of the Director of Development MCA 35th Annual Juried Amateur Phtographic Competition Best of Show Award SAVE THE DATE! Nosh and Knowledge January 23, 2018 “An Informative Overview of Developments In Washington DC and Worldwide”

You will not want to miss this community on January 23, 2018, timely presentation, part of the 7:00 pm, at Michael’s on East, “Nosh and Knowledge” lecture 1212 S. East Avenue in Sarasota. series sponsored by The Jewish The cost, $175 a person, Housing Council Foundation. includes the lecture and dinner. The “Nosh and Knowledge” To purchase tickets or inquire series was developed to help Aviva about sponsorship opportunities campus residents and members for “Nosh & Knowledge,” of the community stay informed contact the Jewish Housing about current events taking place in Council Foundation office, 941- Washington, DC, the country, and 203-6237, or email Director of all over the world. Development Johnette Cappadona Please join us as we start a new at [email protected]. For year and welcome Carl Bernstein more information, visit www:// to the Sarasota/Bradenton avivaseniorlife.org/foundation

YOU ARE INVITED! Happy Hour for Meadows Residents Wednesday, December 13 5:00 to 7:00 pm Lakeside Room at the MCA Community Center

HOSTED BY Aviva— A Campus for Senior Life

Happy Thanksgiving The MCA Office  will be CLOSED  Thursday, November 23 &Friday, November 24 Done -- MJ 16 The Meadoword • November 2017

• Casserole carriers in quilted prints to tote your goodies to parties and pot lucks It’s time to • Practical must-haves—hand knit shop! Get your dishcloths, scrubbies for the fast clean- ups, potholders holiday on, • Hanging kitchen towels in holiday prints and bright colors November 11 • Microwave bowl holders to go into the microwave to protect you and table and 12 Liz Barnett tops from hot bowls Mark your calendars and set • Microwave potato bags to make your alarms. It’s time for The microwaved potatoes taste like they Meadows Fall Craft Sale, You can were baked shop all day Saturday from 9:00 am to • Felted wool balls to soften clothes 4:00 pm and on Sunday afternoon from without drier sheets or fabric softeners noon to 4:00 pm. But for the best Gifts for yourself or others… selection, get to the sale early—many items are one-of-a-kind. • Knits for all ages—hats, scarves, You’ll find an array of handcrafted shawls, throws, slippers, and mittens treasures priced to sell. Everything • Evening styles with • Wine bags and bottle toppers to dress you want is here—gorgeous jewelry, Swarovski crystals, pearls, up those hostess gifts upscale accents for you home, practical and beads blended into • Baby booties, bonnets, and bibs necessities to make life easier, little Sarasota’s prettiest, sparkliest • American Girl 18” Doll clothes— luxuries to pamper yourself, gifts bracelets, necklaces, and earrings. dresses, gowns, rain coat and boots for everyone on your list, holiday • Holiday styles in reds and greens, designs. They’re sure to be on every sets, pajamas, sports wear, shoes, and decorations, beautiful cards for every golds, and silvers teens’ and 20s’ must-have list; they are accessories; shirts, pants, hoodies for occasion, baked goods, gently used • Casual styles in natural materials, perfect for anyone who wants to the new American Boy doll treasures from Granny’s Attic, and seaglass, and shells carry just the essentials • Doll clothes racks and fancy hangers more. Best of all—the proceeds • Earrings to complement every face— • Golf stroke counters that look like to hang all those clothes every 18-inch from the sale will be donated to local drops, dangles, stars, jewelry but work doll must have charities. studs, art deco, wire efficiently to keep track Christmas… wrap, and angels of your score Popular basket raffle is back! • Bangles and bracelets • Bicycle purses that • Mantle and table decor Christmas For a small donation, you’ll in sleek mosaics, hang on your trees, snowmen, and angel centerpieces receive tickets to drop in the baskets stretchy cuffs, bike’s handle • Ornaments—fairies, seaglass hearts, of your choice. A drawing for winners and more; bars and zip shell Santas, owls, and angels is held at the end of the sale. We’ll there’s too for security • Wreaths, wall hangings, and deco- have big-themed baskets bursting much to • Gilded rated picture frames with goodies, including a special list Shell • Miniature Nativity scene in shells “Just for Men Basket” and a “Basket Cards— jewelry • Teddy bears, angels, snowmen, of Cheer” with wines and spirits that Choose for any holders Christmas trees that can be used as gift the guys won’t want to miss. We’ll occasion or from • Blissful Bags tags/package decorations, then hung on also have baskets of gift certificates special designs… and purse accessories the tree from favorite local restaurants like • Miniature knit stockings and hats for Home accents Half Shell, Square One, BW3, Café • Christmas, Thanksgiving, trees or packages and seaside Baci, and Papa Nick’s. Everyone who and Valentine’s Day; accessories… Baked goods and gourmet participates will receive a week’s free separate inserts to nibbles… membership at La Fitness! That’s a choose a • Wine bottle $100 value. Everyone will be a winner! greeting lights and Packed in just the right size to If you haven’t been to the Craft or write you own. solar- powered serve two if you don’t eat them on the Sale, it’s time to join the fun. If you • Iris-fold cards with luminaries to add sparkle way home. Better buy several; many are a regular, you’ll find plenty of intricate designs that to your bar or table are freezable. new items that are just what you need, are little works of art • Wall hangings, framed tile wall Grandma’s Attic… even if you didn’t realize you need • 3-D designs with fun embellish- plaques them until you see them at the sale. ments to reinforce the greetings. • Shell-embellished wreaths Gently used treasures; all at Of course, you’ll still find perennial • Nature photographs that celebrate • Beach-themed suncatchers—mer- bargain prices. favorites you want to stock up on every our region maids, palm trees, dolphins, starfish And that’s not all you will find… year. To help start your shopping list, • Origami gift card holders • Shell-topped boxes to hold jewelry here are a few of the things you’ll find. and tiny treasures Join your friends and neighbors Boutique bonanza… at the MCA for the fun on November Household goods… Jewelry, jewelry, and more • Silk Scarves, painted in glorious 11 and 12. Do good by shopping. Local jewelry—Update your look with new swirls of colors • For the table—placemats, napkins, charities will benefit. styles and find gifts for all ages • Wristlets in fun candy wrapper napkin rings, and trivets The Meadoword • November 2017 17 DON’T FORGET… FLU SHOTS The Meadows Book Club Available at the MCA Community Center Thursday, NOVEMBER 3 • 1:00 pm–4:00 pm November Book Preview The Zookeeper’s Wife: A War Story by Diane Ackerman Joanne Simons

The Zookeeper’s Wife: A War Story (© 2007; W.W. Norton & Company, New York, NY) tells the true story of Jan and Antonia The Meadows Żabiński, zookeepers who risked their lives as part of an underground resistance in Nazi-occupied Poland, Book Club and details life in Warsaw during the occupation of 1939 to 1945. New Titles for 2017-2018 The Zookeeper’s Wife is a (Meets on 2nd Wednesday of the month at 2:00 pm at the MCA) strange, but historically true story of WWII. It reveals the extraordinary Meeting Coordination Jerry Bernier...... 343-2731...... [email protected] Administration Priscilla Schlegel...... 341-0434...... [email protected] efforts of Jan and Antonina Żabiński, Luncheon Caryl Magnus...... 378-5055...... [email protected] Christian zookeepers horrified by Date Title and Author Leader Nazi racism, who capitalized on the Nazis’ obsession with pureblood —2017— animals in order to save over 300 Nov 8 The Zookeeper’s Wife: A War Story by Diane Ackerman...... Barbara McCann people by hiding them in empty animal cages at the Warsaw Zoo. Dec 13 Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis by J. D. Vance...... Jerry Bernier With animal names for these of non-fiction, three children’s —2018— “guests,” and human names for the books, and numerous essays which animals, the zoo’s code name became have appeared in The New York Jan 10 A Land Remembered by Patrick D. Smith...... Cindy Kodish “The House Under a Crazy Star.” Times, Smithsonian, Parade, The Feb 14 The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead...... Caryl Magnus Sourced from Antonia’s New Yorker, National Geographic, Mar 14 Georgia: A Novel of Georgia O’Keeffe by Dawn Tripp...... Pat Talbott diaries, the story is thrilling and and many other journals. Her Apr 11 Luncheon & New Book Selections, 11:30 am heartbreaking. Antonina Zubinski’s research has taken her to such May 9 1984 by George Orwell...... Karen Rush insistence on demonstrating the diverse locales as Mata Atlantic in (Optional Supplemental Reading: Brave New World unity of the living world through Brazil (working with endangered by Aldous Huxley; The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood) her actions is held up as a golden lion tamarins), Patagonia spiritual antidote to the disunified (right whales), Hawaii (humpback barbarism of the human animal, whales), California (tagging monarch “demonstrated” so terribly by the butterflies at their overwintering SAVE the Nazis. That the most savage of beasts sites), French Frigate Shoals (monk is so often us does not make savagery seals), Toroshima, Japan (short- DATE! unavoidable. tailed albatross), Texas (with Bat The Żabińskis were honored on Conservation International), the September 21, 1965, by Yad Vashem Amazon rainforest, and Antarctica as Righteous Among the Nations. (penguins). In 1986, she was a semi- 2017 The Righteous were defined as non- finalist for NASA’s Journalist-in- Jews, who risked their lives to save Space Project—this program was Annual Fall MEMOIRS Jews during the Holocaust. cancelled after the Space Shuttle The Zookeeper’s Wife was Challenger disaster. A molecule Craft Show Group honored with the 2008 Orion Book has been named after her— Award, presented, “to books that dianeackerone—a crocodilian sex resumes in deepen the reader’s connection to the pheromone. November natural world, represent excellence in Ackerman won a National January and writing, and that [Orion] believe[s] Outdoor Book Award, a PEN New 11 & 12 Orion readers will enjoy.” Ackerman England’s Henry David Thoreau meets the has published seven volumes of Prize for nature writing, and was a SAT 9 to 4 & poetry, more than a dozen works finalist for both a Pulitzer Prize and a first and third National Book Critics Circle Award SUN noon to 4 for One Hundred Names for Love. Mondays of She also received a Guggenheim MCA the month at Fellowship, A John Burroughs Nature Award, and the Lavan Poetry Community 10:00 am Prize. Three of her books (The Church of the Human Age, The Zookeeper’s Wife, Center through April and A Natural History of the Senses) Nativity New York Times A community in Christ, loving and were best sellers. reaching out to all, proclaiming The author calls The the Good News Zookeeper’s Wife a story of Interested?  Sundays “radically compassionate acts.” Communion—8:00 am The Washington Post Book World Contact Bible Study—9:00 am Communion with Music—10:15 am calls it, “simultaneously grave and Wednesdays exuberant, wise and playful.” Bob Healing Service—10:00 am The Meadows Book Club will 5900 N. Lockwood Ridge Rd. discuss the book on Wednesday, (1 block South of University) November 8, 2:00 pm, at the 371-1572 or 941-355-3262 Meadows Community Center. Please www.churchofthenativity.com join us and please KEEP [email protected] Rev. Charles H. Mann, Rector ON READING! 18 The Meadoword • November 2017 SPOTLIGHT on The Meadows RENAISSANCE Set your goals and make your bath renovations shine Marilyn Maleckas—MCA Vice President

Splendor in the Bath… Forward thinking and always planning for the future, Richard and Claire Coyle renovate one of the baths in their updated villa in Woodman’s Chart

Richard and Claire Coyle set specific goals for their bath renovation, motivated in part by their plan to “age in place” in their Meadows home. The first LEFT and ABOVE—The curbless goal was to modify the space shower includes a removable to be accessible if mobility and seat, and the shower controls and wheelchair access become an issue grab bars are easily accessible. in the future. The shimmering metallic bubble So, their wish to “age in place” tile compliments the light fixture, at home led to their completely enhancing the clean, contemporary renovated bath, which was custom look designed and built by kitchen and bath designer, David Provo of Southeast Home Services, Inc. at 5128 Vassar Lane in Sarasota, • The sink is mounted with no (941-504-7040). cabinet underneath to allow plenty Richard and Claire knew of leg and chair room, and all the exactly whom they wanted to call controls are within reach to be for their bath renovation project. Photo Credits: operated with one hand. Even the They worked with David when Eric McGrath lighting fixture is motion-activated. they remodeled their kitchen a few • A “zero-step” entrance years ago, and they were pleased • Second, the provides even flooring from room with the outcome. They knew space and doorways to room, and these entrances David’s style of working was a needed to be enlarged were widened to accommodate good match for them; he would to allow for easy wheelchair access as well. be the perfect person to develop access and mobility. • Non-slip flooring throughout, plans and detailed design ideas So, it was determined with no need for loose bath mats, for a bath that would exceed their that the space could helps prevent trip and fall hazards. expectations. be increased by taking • Installing a new charging David says his operational a small amount of station makes it easy to charge a style is to begin by listening space from the guest cellphone while getting ready to closely to the homeowners’ needs, bedroom. start your day. wants, preferences, and desires. • Third, everything Claire says, “We love living Next, he presents some ideas, and needed to be in The Meadows and in our villa points out the benefits and costs of easily within arm’s in Woodman’s Chart. Now, we different approaches. Then, he and reach— including also feel well-prepared for the his clients come to an agreement, door latches, grab future, comfortable and safe with deciding together the best plan for bars, dispensers, and a renovated bath that is quite the project. fixtures for the sink, aesthetically appealing.” Claire also spent a little time shower, and lighting. exploring nearby shops, including • The shower is DISCLAIMER: The articles in The Plumbing Place and others. curbless, includes SPOTLIGHT on The Meadows She obtained additional input about a seat, and shower RENAISSANCE are intended to offer various design and building ideas. controls are inspiration and insight into remodeling Richard and Claire’s main accessible, allowing ideas and processes, not to endorse or objectives for their “splendor in the operation without promote any particular contractor. We bath” included: getting wet. recommend you obtain references, check • First and foremost, the entire • Grab bars are ABOVE—The beautiful sink with no cabinet the Better Business Bureau, and consider space—all fixtures, switches, easily accessible on underneath allows space for a wheelchair, the other local resources for reliable, licensed knobs, faucets, storage, and doors all walls. controls are within reach, and the lighting fixture contractors that best fit your project needs needed to be wheelchair accessible. is motion activated. and your personal preferences. The Meadoword • November 2017 19 SPLENDOR, Continued Chambery villa community Residents Phil and Gina Hughes recently completed a master bathroom update that is nothing short of “New York City glam” MEMOIRS Group resumes in January and meets the first and third Mondays of the month at 10:00 am through April Interested?  Contact Bob 371-1572 or [email protected]

For many years, Phil and Gina Forever Lilac, the look is sleek Hughes lived and raised their and soothing. Faceted glass pulls three children in New York City’s capture the light like dewdrops at glamorous Plaza Hotel, where Phil sunrise. Accents include recessed was the general manager and Gina lighting, Carrera marble, and other A TALE OF TWO MIRRORS…OR was the director of advertising and design trends and creative touches SEVERAL—Decorative mirrowS hang public relations. so popular for today’s upscale on the walls in both the master bath “When film makers wanted to renovations. It was the look they (ABOVE LEFT and RIGHT) and the come into the Plaza to film for a were going for, and they achieved it guest bath (BELOW RIGHT). The mirror movie—like Arthur, The Cotton beautifully. in the guest bath, frames with inlaid Club, and Home Alone—Gina was “We had Carrera marble at The stone, came with them from New York the one who managed all that,” they Plaza,” says Phil, “and that may be (Photo Credits: Mary Jo Gord) say. my favorite aspect of the new look in Perhaps Phil and Gina felt our master bath.” They were pleased with his inspired to bring a bit of the Big Phil and Gina worked with attention to detail and his high quality Apple’s trend-setting style to their David Evans, a local contractor who craftsmanship. They knew he would home in The Meadows when they previously remodeled their guest capture their vision and deliver the renovated their master bathroom. bathroom and painted the entire results they desired. interior of their villa when they “We enjoy working with David,” Modern, clean lines set the tone moved into The Meadows full-time says Phil. “He’s professional and he Painted a muted hue called five years ago. came in on budget and on time. A true professional.”

Daylight Saving ENDS November 5, 2:00 am Set Your Clocks BACK One Hour 20 The Meadoword • November 2017 Photo credits: Carlene Cobb

We’d been halfway cheered in various languages from 3,000 covered bleacher seats. VIP around the world to go Bob and Liz Barnett boxes were also available in the finish to the Olympics—why tower and in air-conditioned suites with balconies overlooking the finish wouldn’t we go 1.8 miles line from the other side of the lake. to see the 2017 World We moved to the covered grandstand, where we had a good view of the finish Rowing Championships? line. It was an actual line projected across the water marked on the grassy In 1966, as newlyweds we spent shoreline with a black and yellow our first vacation in Toledo, Ohio, “finish line” sign. watching a college teammate, Bobby The rowing course is 2,000 Douglas, in the World Wrestling meters long, so it was difficult for Championships. We’ve loved spectators to see the whole race from international sports ever since. Once beginning to end. But the Sarasota- we stayed up all night trying to buy Bradenton Organizing Committee Olympic tickets online and paid $460 and the Fédération Internationale for tickets to the gymnastics finals. des Sociétés d'Aviron (FISA) did a Why wouldn’t we go to the MCA ABOVE—Full house at the final day of races. Look closely to see rowers great job of showcasing the action Community Center for free tickets to from Italy (bottom left) and USA (bottom right) celebrating with loved ones so spectators could follow the whole the World Rowing Championships— in the stands after winning medals race by watching any of the three especially when they gave us wine jumbotron-size screens set up at and cheese and we stood in line for no joined a tall, thin man sitting alone, president of Rowing New Zealand and intervals throughout the viewing more than three minutes while our free wearing a hat sporting “New Zealand.” one of the most famous former athletes area. In addition, the commentary tickets were printed? “Are you from Auckland?” asked in his country as a member of New over the public address system had Some of our neighbors said rowing Bob, pronouncing it “Oakland” to Zealand’s Men’s Eight in the 1964 two sets of announcers, one for each would be as exciting as watching paint demonstrate he could say the capitol’s Olympics. half of the race. The commentary dry; others feared traffic jams and name like a native. “Yes,” said our After talking with Tony, we joined was informative, much like an ESPN congestion around Nathan Benderson table mate who introduced himself as two women from Norway who were broadcast. Park. Tony Popplewell. “What do you do?” drinking morning beers at another There was much to learn, and Undaunted, we left the house at “I’m the president,” Tony quietly picnic table; we guessed it was 5:00 that added to the excitement 9:45 am and by 10:06 am, we began replied. “Of the whole country?” Bob pm in Norway. They talked about to realize the naysayers were wrong. questioned. Tony said, “Yes.” their love of rowing and how they The announcers’ commentary was It was quite a show. As we walked Avoiding politics, Bob talked had planned their vacations around helpful—many of the spectators from through the parking lot decorated by sports and soon learned that rowing attending World Championships since the local area knew little more about billboard size posters that students is popular and sailing has gained 1982. Their picnic table was covered rowing than what they picked up by created for each participating country, popularity since New Zealand won the with a floral, plastic tablecloth with reading The Boys in the Boat. flags from the 69 countries waved in Americas Cup, but rugby and cricket all the locations and dates of the There were at least 26 different the breeze along the waterways. We remain the most popular sports there. championships they had attended, race classifications, and the program were serenaded by Jamaican rhythms, “The boats are coming,” Tony says carefully printed with black permanent listed incomprehensible race titles, like and as we boarded the free trolley as he made his way to the fence for a markers. Their favorite venue was LW4x, M2+, M2-, and PR3Mix2x. to the park, we heard the feel-good closer look at the women’s doubles in Luzern in 1982, but they said they We soon learned there are Men’s and sounds of beach music from a second Heat 1. The black New Zealand boat were enjoying their nine days in Women’s events (hence the M’s and bandstand. finished ahead of the competition. Sarasota. The older of the two, Eva, W’s), Para-Rowing events (PR), and “They should win it all,” Tony added. mentioned she was a rower, who went Mixed Teams (Mix). The numbers We felt the excitement of an “Are there any other New Zealand as far as the Nationals. The other, refer to the number of rowers—singles, international event as soon as boats we should be sure to watch?” Liz Kjesti, said her son is a rower. When doubles, quads, and eights. we stepped off the trolley and wanted to know. the ladies’ husbands returned, they And, there were two types of strolled among fans dressed to “I think you should watch them took pictures of the four of us before rowing—Sweeps, where each rower cheer for their teams all,” said Tony, a true politician. we said good-bye. had two oars, and Sculling, designated We noticed Team Norway shirts We later researched his name on Spectators settled in to watch by an “X,” where each rower had and two tall athletes in Hong Kong www.Google.com and found that Tony the races from picnic tables, beach one oar. The events were divided into Rowers shirts. We moved toward is not the president of New Zealand, chairs near the water’s edge, and the picnic tables close to the action and which has a prime minister. He is grandstands, filled with people who Continues next page The Meadoword • November 2017 21 2017 WRCH, continued straight championships, three Olympic and eight World Championships Lightweight, designated by an “L,” and since 2006. The USA crew sat back Heavyweight, indicate by an “H.” in the pack during the early part of A FISA official obligingly the race. As the boats came in sight, calculated kilos into pounds for us the USA chant began, but the cheer so we understood that “A Woman’s had a questioning undertone. “USA? Lightweight crew had to average 125 USA? USA?” The crowd seemed to be pounds with no one individual more asking. The expected sprint in the last than 130 pounds. A Men’s Lightweight 500 meters that would carry the USA crew had to average less than 154 to a twelfth world championship never pounds with no member more than occurred. Team USA finished fourth. 160 pounds.” The “+” indicated that a So which country won? coxswain, who doesn’t row but shouts orders, was part of the team. The races There does not seem to be a ran like clockwork, one after another/ dominant power in world rowing and a world championship country was There was plenty else to see not named. Many nations row at a and do The Meadows was well-represented at the WRCH—(LEFT to RIGHT) championship level. Sixteen teams won If you tired of watching the races, Matt Cohen, MCA Vice Preident Marilyn Maleckas, Laura Detwiler, and Frank Hedy at least one Gold Medal. The teams there were other things to see and lots with the most Gold Medals were Italy, of shopping and eating opportunities. New Zealand, and Australia with three You could munch on anything from each. France, the Netherlands, Ireland, barbecue to crepes, as you visited the and Romania each won two. History of FISA exhibit or wandered Italy won the most medals, a through the Fan Fest stage area to see total of nine; New Zealand and Great circus acts, dancers, stilt walkers, and Britain won seven; Australia and the even a fashion show. USA won six—USA, Silver but no Exhibits and vendors highlighted Gold Medals daily themes—a Farmers Market Day, Benderson, Sarasota, and Veterans Appreciation Day, Golden Manatee Counties receive Ages Day, and more. Local Attractions awards from FISA Day featured Mote Marine’s traveling exhibit and a Health and Wellness Day. At the closing ceremony, FISA The official World Rowing President Jean-Christophe Championship merchandise tent was Rolland awarded medals to Randy always busy with fans and athletes Gold goes to Germany’s Men’s 8 team, all smiles after their boat is first to Benderson and Sarasota and Manatee who snapped up souvenir rowing- cross that finish line Counties, recognizing the excellence embellished attire, water bottles, Tervis of the venue, the event planning, and tumbler wine glasses, stuffed Scullies The championships or A finals the educational aspects (the event’s pelican mascot), and beach were held on Friday and Saturday, We agreed. The event was towels. concluding on Sunday, October 1. flawlessly run. The Sarasota-Bradenton Booths selling boats and exercise The first Gold Medal was won in Organizing Committee handled the equipment for $1200 were less the Para-Rowers Mixed Sculling event infrastructure, which included the crowded. But booths selling racing (PR3Mix2x) by a couple from Brazil. parking and shuttle buses; recruited underwear and rowing jewelry, like The next six Gold Medals were won by sponsors and vendors; and set up the team blade earrings for $10 and a pink rowers from Hungary, Ireland (two), facility. The organizing committee boat pendant with silver oars for $275, Republic of South Africa, France, placed a strong emphasis on seemed to be doing a steady business. and Italy. Who knew those countries community involvement, including If fatigue set in, you could stop were rowing powers? But, rowing is sponsors, organizations, schools, and for a chair massage or try out muscle considered a niche sport, so we were volunteers. For three days of the event, stimulators. not sure which countries would prove 2,000 school children were bused into to be rowing powers. the park each day to study art, sports Conversations with athletes, On Sunday, every viewing area ABOVE—FISA President Jean management, geography, and different families, and fans were part of was packed with spectators. We Christophe Rolland congratulates cultures as they participated in the the fun were especially excited to see the WRCH Executive Director Meredith Adopt-A-Team program. At international sports events, USA’s Ellen Tomek in the Women’s Scerba after telling the crowd, “We A crowning achievement of barriers are erased and strangers are Double Skulls. It was a tough race; will be back!” the organizing committee was its united by a common interest in the the Australians held the world record effective recruitment and training of sport and its athletes. time in the event, and the New Zealand place in the finals for a surprise Silver 1,800 volunteers—a pivotal piece in On a golf cart shuttle back to team had finished first in the prelims. Medal. Sitting next to Bob was Philip welcoming the world. The volunteers the parking lot, the man next to Liz The boats were tightly bunched at the Mead, the proud father of Nicholas were gracious, polite, and helpful. saw her Beijing Olympics visor start with France, then New Zealand Mead, the youngest member of the FISA ran the rowing. They and remarked he had been there, in the lead. USA and Australia were USA team. “The American men have established a time schedule, and the too. He was Phil Tomek, father of even until Australia edged ahead at 500 almost completely rebuilt the crew races seemed to start on time—a huge Ellen Tomek, a veteran rower in the meters. By 750 meters, New Zealand from the Rio Olympics,” said Philip. organizational feat because of the 231 Women’s Double Sculls. In fact, he had a boat length’s lead. Then at 1000 “Nick just graduated from Princeton races over a seven-day competition. had been all over the world to watch meters, USA picked up its pace. New University with a degree in history and Preliminary races started every five or Ellen compete in the 2008 and 2016 Zealand led in the sprint toward the a minor in Russian.” He added, “This ten minutes; finals ran at 15-minute Olympics and in the World Rowing finish, but second place changed with is the best rowing facility in the United intervals with medal ceremonies held Championships in 2007, 2009, 2013, every stroke of Australia and USA until States and one of the best in the world. between races. 2014, and 2015. Neither he nor his USA crossed the finish line in second. The 2018 NCAA Championships here Nathan Benderson Park is a gem. wife had been competitive athletes, The Silver Medal was the USA’s first will be exciting. Many of the boats will The lake is well-designed, with a and Ellen did not start rowing until she medal for the event in 27 years. have a lot of foreign rowers. There are gigantic finish tower that looks like an joined the novice boat as a freshman college coaches here recruiting them upscale apartment building, located The most surprising finishes by at the University of Michigan. Now right now.” near University Town Center Mall, the American rowers were in the at 33, she and teammate Meghan The final race was the Women’s beaches, and restaurants. Men’s and Women’s Eights O’Leary ranked among the oldest and Eight, in which the USA was the It’s no wonder the President of most experienced rowers at the World The Men’s Eight boat surged in overwhelming favorite. They had FISA said in his closing remarks, Championships. the last 500 meters to hold second dominated the sport, winning eleven “We will be back!” 22 The Meadoword • November 2017

Photo credits: Carlene Cobb Walter and Lesley Totten—Committee Chairs Congratulations to the 2017 Fall Best Kept Award Winners! The MCA thanks all of you Meadows’ entrance ways. Newly in The Meadows for updating planted ornamental trees along and improving your homes and Longmeadow and other special properties. We appreciate your touches welcome residents home efforts and sense of style, which and offer each guest a favorable make winners of all Meadows first impression. residents. Thank you, Best Kept We are all aware that updates Committee, for your tireless efforts and enhancements can increase and your eye for style in selecting, property values for the whole nominating, and judging the 2017 community. We also appreciate Fall Best Kept winners. the MCA for maintaining The

First Place Single-Family Home: 4438 Highland Oaks Circle (RIGHT) Earl and Barbara Anderson win First Place. Their front flower bed is warm and welcoming with bright mammy crotons, interspersed with fuchsia and white vincas, Get Ready! hearty foxtail ferns, and a colorful bouquet of fall-colored blooms. The vibrant front Holiday landscaping is meticulously manicured, along the curved walkway to the home’s Decorations front entrance. Awards… Judging December First Place Condominium Entrance: Pipers Waite (RIGHT) 11 through 14 Headed by President Kingsley Hallerdin, The Best Kept Committee the residents of Pipers Waite win First invites all residents to get into Place. They updated their entire property the holiday spirit a bit early with pavers, new roofs, and gorgeous this year. Adorn your homes new landscaping at the entrances and and gardens with colorful throughout the community. Their artfully decorations and festive lights. designed sign shines like gold in the Committee members will search sunlight—a must see! for the best holiday decor December 11 through 14. Be sure your lights are turned on by First Place Chairman’s 5:30 pm; the best time to take Choice for Most Improved: photos is at or just after dusk.. 4945 Marshfield Road (RIGHT) Awards include $100 for First Place and $50 for Runners- Homeowners Jim and Carolyn Up in categories for Single- Chaplin added trees and spectacular Family Homes, Association new landscaping dotted with autumn- Entrances, and Chairman’s colored crotons. The front bed and Choice—which can be a landscaping complement the beveled single-family home or condo glass doors at the home’s entrance. association. First place winners The new Chairman’s Choice awards can display Best Kept signs are for most improved property and on their properties. Awards landscaping. are presented at the Assembly of Property Owners meeting, January 17, 4:00 pm. Let your holiday lights shine! Continues next page The Meadoword • November 2017 23 Best Kept, continued from previous News from The Meadows Country Club

Nov/Dec Events Golf Call The Golf Pro Shop for Information 378-5153 Nov 1—Mulligans & Martinis, 4:30 pm Golf; 5:30 pm Cocktails Nov 5 – Guest Day Nov 7—LGA Open, 8:30 am Golf; 1:00 pm Lunch Nov 12—Mixed Pairs NFL, Golf 12:30 pm; Dinner 5:30 pm Nov 18—Turkey Shoot, 8:00 am Golf; 12:30 pm Lunch Dec 2—MGA Winter Classic, Golf 8:00 am; Lunch 12:30 pm Dec 3—Mixed Pairs Holiday Bash, Golf, 12:30 pm; 5:00 pm Dinner Dec 3—Guest Day Dec 6—Mulligans & Martinis, 4:30 pm Golf; 5:30 pm Cocktails Dec 8—Pro Shop Christmas Sale, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Runner-up Single-Family Home: Mahanti, 5481 Downham Meadow Dec 12—LGA Holiday, 8:30 am Golf; 1:00 pm Lunch B. Carl and Elaine keep their property and landscaping meticulously maintained all year. Dec. 14—25 Meadows Pro Shop 12 Days of Christmas Sale Elaine says it is “her pleasure” and hobby, which is a pleasure for all to see. The colorful Dec 16—Candy Cane Classic, 8:00 am Golf; 12:30 pm Lunch front garden bed is beautifully designed with gold mounds, mammy crotons, coleus, Dec 30—MGA Ryder Cup, 8:00 am Golf; 12:30 pm Lunch orange ixora, and foxtail ferns. Congratulations on a beautiful job! Tennis Call The Tennis Pro Shop for Information 378-5265 Nov 1—Courts & Cocktails, 4:30 pm Tennis; 5:30 pm Cocktails Nov 4—Guest Day Nov 10—Friday Night Tennis Jai Alai, 6:00 pm Nov 18—Turkey Shoot Round Robin, 11:00 am Dec 2—Guest Day Dec 2—Ladies Pro Doubles Exhibition, 11:00 am Dec 6—Courts & Cocktails, 4:30 pm Tennis; 5:30 pm Cocktails Dec 7—Ladies HO HO HO Round Robin & Dinner Dec 16—Holiday Mixer Round Robin, 11:00 am

Dining & Social Call for Reservations 378-2135 Nov 4—Welcome Back Dinner Dance, Regency Room, 6:00 pm Nov 9—Trivia Night, Regency Room, 5:30 pm Nov 11—Veterans’ Day Reception, Regency Room, 12:00 pm Nov 14—Speaker’s Bureau, Regency Room, 4:00 pm Nov 16—Seafood Night, Regency Room, 6:00 pm Nov 23—Thanksgiving Buffet, Regency Room Nov 30—Wine & Dine, Regency Room, 6:00 pm Runner-up Condominium Entrance: Hadfield Greene Dec 2—Holiday Social, Regency Room, 6:00 pm President Richard Cobin and Hadfield Greene residents made updates including Dec 12—Speaker’s Bureau, Regency Room, 4:00 pm painted villas, new roofs, pavers, and well-groomed landscaping with colorful croton Dec 14—Seafood Night, Regency Room, 6:00 pm accents at entrance ways and throughout the association. It is a lovely, serene setting. Dec 17—Breakfast with Santa, Fountain View Lounge 10:30 am to 11:30 am Dec 25—Christmas Buffet, Regency Room, 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm Dec 31—New Year’s Eve Party, 7:30 pm

Fitness Activities Call for more details 371-6000 x 228 Water Aerobics—Mon’s, Wed’s & Fri’s, TBA (weather permitting) Balance classes—Tue’s, 9:30 am & Fridays 12:30 & 1:00 pm; space is limited, registration required; contact Rebecca or Penelope at the fitness center for fees and availability Yoga Beginner/Relaxed—Mon’s, 4:00 pm; Mindful Movements, 5:30 pm; $10, member & guest of a member fee; $15 cash, nonmember fee Slow Flow Yoga—Wed’s, 10:00 am; $10 member & guests; $15 cash, nonmember Sports Yoga—Thu’s & Sat’s, 9:30 am, $10 member & guests; $15 cash, nonmember Stretch & Tone—Tue’s & Thu’s, 8:30 am; free with fitness privileges NEW DAY & TIMES FOR TAP CLASSES Tap Dance Class Beginner—Wed’s, 5:00 pm to 5:45 pm; free, space is Runner-Up Chairman’s Choice, Most Improved: 4903 Waterbridge Down limited; nonmembers, contact Bonnie for fees & availability, 741-8131 Homeowners Barnett and Edith Sack decided to change their front double doors from Tap Dance Class Advanced Beginner/Intermediate—Wed’s, 5:45 pm to white to black. Their architectural application was approved, and they were further 6:30 pm; free, space is limited; nonmembers contact Bonnie for fees & encouraged when their daughter in New York said she loved the idea. The consensus availability, 741-8131 was, “Yes! Paint them black!” The effect is a stunning contrast with the sunny yellow paint and the black doors that complement the exterior sculptures—all framed in lush Activities in the Dickens Center greenery. Single-family homes and condominium associations are eligible for the Ladies Bridge—1st & 3rd Wed’s & 2nd & 4th Fri’s, 1:00 pm; sign up on Chairman’s Choice awards for most improved properties and landscaping projects. podium in Dickens lobby Men’s Bridge—Every Tue, 1:00 pm; to sign up, call Bill, 379-7955 Mahjong—Every Fri, 9:30 am to noon; to sign up, call Dotty, 342-9890 The MCA and Best Kept Committee appreciates Water colors (by appointment only) Thu, 9:30 am; $30, your efforts to update your properties. contact Carolyn 366-2866 It’s a win-win for all. Thank you! 24 The Meadoword • November 2017 Memoirs and Life Writing Group Describing significant events that happened in your life and hearing the same from others Bob Barnett—Memoirs Coordinator

Heroes wrongs, some working so quietly they are often not even recognized. Day-to-day Everyone dreams of being a hero at heroes like teachers, preachers, parents, some time. Heroes come in many forms. grandparents, and neighbors demonstrate The most easily recognized are the heroes heroic lives by serving as role models who save lives. They may risk their own for always doing the right things in their Lysbeth Barnett “Sure, come on in. What’s up?” I said, lives to save others or use their skills to daily lives. There are many other kinds as she slid into the chair across from my save a life. of heroes, but one of the least recognized She slipped into her seat, disturbing desk. The military provides another group groups of heroes are those who must the air as little as a wisp of grey smoke. There was silence for a long moment, of heroes whose brave acts win battles or remain quiet to protect those whom they She was, after all, rail thin. Not thin in an and all I saw was black hair as she stared protect the lives of their comrades. are helping. emaciated, starved-for-model-thinness at her lap. Then she raised her head and Sports heroes win important games by In the two stories below Valeda Lee way, but thin-boned and wiry with hands untied the scarf from her neck, and I saw producing spectacular plays. and Lysbeth Barnett describe heroism and feet too large for the rest of her body. the greenish purple marks. I got up and Another group of heroes right social from two very different perspectives. They all look this way; the kids whose closed the office door. “My husband took papas are too proud for welfare and won’t my books and hid them. I couldn’t study let commodity cheese into the house. If for the test today,” she said. “I don’t want they don’t get a deer, it’s beans and taters you to think I am stupid.” with only a skinny squirrel for the pot— “I know you aren’t stupid. If you were protein enough to grow their hands and sick and missed the test, I would give you feet, but nothing else. a make-up. I’ll give you a make-up test She had the too black-to-be-real hair after you have a chance to study. I have color that country women embrace as they an extra text that you can use until you get grow older. What they use to achieve its yours back. I can leave it on reserve in the dense blackness, I can’t imagine and could library or in Cindy’s office,” I said. never bring myself to ask. Whatever it I wrote my phone number on a piece is, it must be cheap, for even the poorest of paper and gave it to her. “You can seem able to wave its dark blackness as call me any time day or night and I will a valiant flag signaling they have not yet come and get you out. I know how to hide surrendered to age. you, and I can get you into the domestic Her hair was mostly all I saw at first; violence shelter in Huntington.” she kept her head down and her hands “I can’t leave my kids. I can’t take busy with her notes. I was not surprised the chance he will find me that close,” she because rural people are shy. And in said. “I want to finish my degree anyway. I eastern Kentucky of the 1980s, folks in can manage it if I don’t fight him. He calls their 20s and 30s were raised to believe it me a dog and makes me wear a dog collar; was impolite to look others in the eye. You I can take that. He wanted me to get down LIFESAVERS might be suspected of trying to give them and eat from a dog dish and said no mangy Valeda Lee the evil eye or worse, to open yourself to mongrel needed books. Then I talked back being cursed by those in league with the to him, and that’s why it got bad. If I just In an attempt to be helpful in case witnessed an accident—a man on a devil. And with a teacher who wasn’t from take it, he won’t be so bad.” of emergency, my friend Mary and I bicycle hit by a car. there—an uppity woman who thought she When she left I called Cindy. “Do you decided to enroll in a CPR class. We What should have happened: we was as good as a man—who knew what think he’ll kill her?” I asked. “He wants learned to clear the airway, grasp the pulled over, stopped the car, leaped out, might happen? the money she gets from her Pell Grant,” chin, tilt the head back, and perform and rushed over to save the life of the The information card she filled out said Cindy. “When she graduates, I don’t mouth-to-mouth. We learned to execute victim. the first day didn’t say much. Name: know.” chest compressions to the beat of the What actually happened: We pulled Hester A*****. Major: Accounting And so we began to plan the “Great song, “Staying Alive.” We practiced on over, stopped the car…and froze! Then Technology. Reason for taking the course: Escape.” After spring semester, Hester Harold, the CPR dummy. we screamed. Requirement for Associate Degree. Like would have one accounting class left to When we finally completed Fortunately, there were other most accounting majors, she was probably graduate. She could get Pell Grant money training, we received certificates people who witnessed the accident and bright, but maybe not too interested in a until it was finished, and that would proclaiming we were CPR class rushed to provide assistance, including management class. be the carrot she could hold out to her graduates. Now we only needed an calling 911. By the time Mary and I When the class divided into groups husband. Cindy and I talked to Don, head emergency to prove to the world that we pulled ourselves together and ran over, and began making decisions for a of accounting. He agreed to give Hester could save lives. loudly proclaiming that we knew CPR, computer-based business simulation, I the class she needed as an independent While I didn’t wish misfortune on the victim was sitting up and talking to began to see Hester’s eyes. They flashed study during spring Semester. I got anyone, I had no doubt that any life or the other rescuers. One bystander said from her pale face as she confronted the everyone to agree to give Hester her finals death situation could only be resolved quietly, “I don’t think he needs CPR guys in her group who didn’t understand a month early. Cindy made arrangements by my newly acquired CPR skills. For right now.” that you couldn’t cut costs and expect to for Hester to go to a domestic violence a while, I covertly followed elderly The ambulance arrived and took sell goods at a high price or that there are shelter in Texas. We found a work-study persons in grocery store aisles or at the the victim to the hospital; obviously, multiple routes to profit maximization. job for Hester to save some money for the mall in case they fell, fainted, or had he wasn’t too seriously injured—but he I knew then that she was more than escape; we passed the hat, and the faculty heart attacks—and made it my mission also didn’t realize how fortunate he was bright; she could think strategically. What contributed the rest she would need. to sit near a table of elderly restaurant that we were trained in CPR. surprised me was the ferocity of her If the promise of a few more checks patrons, just in case something bad Since that day, I’ve never been in response. was enough, if Hester’s husband didn’t happened. I did stop short of purchasing another life-saving situation—nor can I saw her eyes more and more as the kill her, the plan would work. My heart a stethoscope—although I entertained I remember much of our CPR training. course progressed. She got an “A” on the stopped every time the news began with visions of honorary American Medical Maybe I should take a refresher first test, and on the monthly Pell Grant a story of domestic violence, every time Association membership after I course just in case—because that reports to I sent to Cindy, her counselor, I I saw a headline of a wife killed by her performed an epic life-saving event. honorary AMA membership looms on began to check “participates regularly.” husband. But it was never Hester. The day The opportunity presented itself the horizon, and I surely want to be Then on the morning of the second came and taking only her children and her a few months later. Mary and I were prepared. test, she appeared in my office door. courage, she slipped away like a wisp of driving down Maple Road when we “Cindy said to talk to you.” grey smoke wafting skyward to freedom. The Meadoword • November 2017 25 26 The Meadoword • November 2017 2017 Siesta Key Crystal Classic New this year—ten bands perform at International San Sculpting Festival, November 10 through 13

Ten bands will perform under a For information about the 2017 massive tent on the beach during the festival schedule, ticket options, family-friendly Siesta Key Crystal and parking passes, visit www. Classic International Sand Sculpting siestakeycrystalclassic.com. Festival, including an eclectic lineup The Siesta Key Crystal Classic is of popular local and bay-area acts. owned by Siesta Beach Festival, Inc., Headliners include Reverend Barry a 501(c)(3), nonprofit corporation. The & The Funktastic Soul (The Funk), festival is produced by the Siesta Key Kettle of Fish, Jah Movement, and Chamber of Commerce to promote One Night Rodeo. tourism, local businesses, and the For the first time, the festival will visual arts through a collaborative be open Friday and Saturday night partnership with the community. until 9:00 pm with live music, drinks Founded in 2010, The Crystal at the party tent, and a fabulous light Classic is a collaborative community display of the amazing sculptures. event that supports the cultural arts Other festival attractions include and celebrates beautiful Siesta Key free sand sculpting lessons, “The Beach. Learning Curve”— Art & Science For more information, contact Lab; an amateur competition on Ann Frescura, Siesta Key Chamber Saturday; Quick Sand speed sculpting; of Commerce, call 941-349-3800 and an array of food, drink, and retail [email protected], or vendors. visit www.SiestaKeyCrystalClassic.com.

The Meadoword • November 2017 27 BachFest Sarasota Presented by Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota, event runs November 15-19

There’s nothing remarkable about it. with the Sarasota Music Archive, the All one has to do is hit the right keys at 1997 documentary produced by the the right time and the instrument plays BBC on composer Johann Sebastian itself. ~ Johann Sebastian Bach Bach. Kenneth Branagh narrates the program, with appearances by presti- Johann Sebastian Bach occupies gious musicians, musicologists, and a pivotal place in the history of theologian Karen Armstrong. Geldbart music. Representing both the Auditorium at Selby Library. FREE. height of the Baroque and the • November 16, 7:30 pm— beginning of the modern age of “Intimate, Instrumental Bach,” a music, Bach’s compositions have selection of violin and harpsichord inspired musicians—classical, selections, including Sonatas in A jazz, and popular alike—as well Major and C minor, French Suite for as audiences throughout the ages. Harpsichord in B minor, with Adelaide BachFest Sarasota—presented by Boedecker, soprano, Thea Lobo, The UPSIDE Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota in mezzo-soprano, Mark Kroll, harpsi- of DOWNSIZING collaboration with the Sarasota Music chord, and Carol Lieberman, violin. Presented by Archives, Church of the Redeemer, Church of the Redeemer, 222 South Andy Rousseau, Downsizeology, LLC and the Choral Artists of Sarasota— Palm Avenue in Sarasota. Tickets, $30. Certified, Licensed Estate Liquidator • CAGA Certified Appraiser celebrates the composer with seven • November 17, noon—“Pipe Organ: Friday, November 17, 2017, 2:00-3:00 pm distinctive performances over five King of Instruments” with organists MCA Community Center • 2004 Longmeadow days in different venues throughout Ann Stephenson-Moe, Richard Ben- Sarasota. To purchase tickets $20 to edum and Cynthia Roberts-Greene. Overwhelmed with LIFE-CHANGING EVENTS, downsizing/relocating? $47.50, visit www.artistseriesconcerts. Church of the Redeemer, 222 South Join us and learn about easy solutions for downsizing • Emotional aspects of downsizing • Liquidation options org or call 941-306-1202. Student Palm Avenue in Sarasota. Tickets, $20. • Items of value vs. clutter • Estate Sale solutions tickets (with a current student ID) are • November 17, 7:30 pm—“Bach • Cleanout Specialist • Next-step options for Independent senior living available at the door of some events at to the Future with Ji,” hailed by Limited Seating Available the door. the Chicago Tribune as “a gifted DOOR PRIZES TO BE RAFFLED! The 2017 BachFest Sarasota at a Glance young pianist who is clearly going Sponsored by Desoto Beach Club, 5201 Desoto Road, Sarasota, FL • 941-355-8205 places,” Young Concert Artists pianist • November 15, 11:00 am—“The Ji performs a program of artful Bach Illegitimate Bach,” part of the arrangements, including “Chaconne,” Lunch & Listen series, features four English Suite in G minor, and his own members of the Choral Artists of transcription of the E Major Partita Sarasota with Joseph Holt and Lee for Violin. Historic Asolo Theater, Dougherty Ross performing four- 5401 Bay Shore Road in Sarasota. hands piano. Highbrow meets low art Tickets, $25 to $45. in this tribute to the work of composer • November 18, 4:00 pm, and Next Blood Drive and musical satirist Peter Schickele November 19, 7:30 pm—“Bach: and his zany alter ego, P.D.Q. Bach. Mass in B Minor.” This monumental January 10 • 7:00 am to 1:00 pm The program includes such favor- choral work is a spiritual encounter ite spoofs as “Liebeslieder Polkas,” considered one of western music’s “Notebook for Betty-Sue Bach,” and greatest compositions. Performed by much more. Lunch follows, 12:15 Choral Artists of Sarasota with solo- pm, at Michael’s On East Ballroom, ists Adelaide Boedecker, Thea Lobo, Blood Platelet Drive… 1212 East Avenue South in Sarasota. Blake Friedman, and Calvin Grif- November 16 • 9:00 am–1:30 pm MCA Parking Lot Tickets, $47.50. fin. Presented by Choral Artists of • November 16, 2:00 pm—“BBC’s Sarasota. Church of the Redeemer, Great Composers: Bach.” Noted 222 South Palm Avenue in Sarasota. composer, pianist and educator John Tickets, $35; student tickets, $15. Goodman presents, in conjunction BILL’S BACK! 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Grandma’s Attic Full of Favorite Treasures! Proceeds go to support local CHARITIES 32 The Meadoword • November 2017 Sarasota County’s 12th Annual Workshop, Mayor’s Feed the November 30— HUNGRY be part of the solution! Thanksgiving Sarasota County’s Sustainable composting, alternative transportation, Communities Workshop brings and more. FOOD DRIVE together individuals, businesses, Scheduled keynote speakers institutions,d share community include Nathaniel Smith, founder and solutions on the environmental, chief equity officer of the Partnership THRU economic, and social aspects of for Southern Equity, an Atlanta- NOVEMBER 6 17 sustainability. The workshop will be based firm that promotes balanced held November 30 at the Girl Scouts growth and inclusive prosperity; and MANY PEOPLE in Sarasota and Manatee of Gulfcoast Florida Event and Randall Wells, director of the Chicago Counties, WONDER where their NEXT MEAL Conference Center, 4750 Cattlemen Zoological Society’s Sarasota Dolphin will come from—it’s a constant worry Road in Sarasota. Research Program. The 12th annual workshop will Sara Kane, Sarasota County feature a “Building a Better Future, Sustainability Outreach Coordinator, Mayors’ Feed the Hungry Program is endorsed by Together” theme, with expert speakers says “Everyone attending the the Mayors of Sarasota, Bradenton, Anna Maria, sharing the latest strategies on topics workshop will feel energized by our Longboat Key, North Port, Palmetto, and Venice. including: expert speakers sharing their success All the food we collect is given away free at food • Solar energy stories, and they’ll learn practical pantries in Sarasota and Manatee Counties • Sustainable living knowledge that they can take home and • Climate change apply.” The MCA will collect food November 6 thru 17. • Social equity Registration includes continental • Green building breakfast, lunch, and snacks made with Leave your donation at the MCA Community Center This year’s workshop will also local and organic ingredients. Students during office hours, Mon thru Thu, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, offer attendees the opportunity to receive a discounted rate of $20. For and Fri, 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. take part in small-group, hands-on more information or to registerer, Here are more ways you can help! demonstrations on permaculture, call 941-861-5000 or visit scgov.net/ SustainableCommunities. DON’T FORGET… FLU SHOTS Available at the MCA Community Center Thursday, NOVEMBER 3 • 1:00 pm–4:00 pm For more information about the program, visit www.mayorsfeedthehungry.org.

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Will Meet on Tuesday, November 7 10:30 am to 1:30 pm in the Lakeside Room at the MCA Community Center Reservations Required Association Presidents Please RSVP by Friday, November 3, noon Call 377-2300 The Meadoword • November 2017 33

Sat, Nov 18 Menorah  8:00 am to 1:00 pm Meadows  Lighting  Village Centre Ceremony MCA Community Center 2004 Longmeadow FREE TO ALL MEADOWS RESIDENTS! Latke “Nosh” And Holiday Music! Tuesday, December 12, 2017 • 5:00 pm “Women in *$5.00 suggested donation for Uniform” All Faiths Food Bank at the door from All For more information, call Amy, 342-3413 Conflicts The Meadows Chorus Join The Meadows Veteran Come Sing With Us Committee on Veterans Days, Join us for our Holiday Concert November 11, at The Meadows Country Club when they honor 2017 Meadows Chorus  all veterans with a focus on Holiday Tradition Concert women in the military Sunday, December 10 • 6:00 pm Guest Speaker, , USN (Ret.) at The Meadows Country Club Captain Darlene Harvey talks about her military career, serving many assignments For more information, contact  worldwide, and her experiences as a line officer Becki or Paul Felten • 941-724-9589 with 20 years in the U.S. Navy Visit our website www.meadowschorus.org Other Guests Include: Doreen Gluveia, British, Operations Runner, D-Day Campaign; Captain Barbara Shaver, USAF LTJG Nancy Vertuno, USN Each of these women have had many assignments worldwide Also Honoring WWII Veterans at a Special “Age 90-Plus Table.”

WHAT: 56 players—either All Meadows veterans members of The Meadows Country Club or residents of The Meadows (plus one guest) welcome! 2 Hours of play in the morning 2 Hours of play after lunch Assemble in front of The Meadows Country Club entrance for the opening ceremony, followed by a program and a WHEN: Monday, January 29, 2018, 9:00 am complimentary buffet lunch in the Regency Room with coffee, WHERE: The MCA Community Center 2004 Longmeadow tea, or soda. Dress in uniform, wear your service hat, and bring any memorabilia from your service days that LUNCH: BOX LUNCH—(please choose your sandwich) o Turkey Wrap o California Club o Spinach Veggie Wrap you might want to share ENTRY FEE: $25—Includes lunch and prizes; cash or check RSVP is preferred to MCA, NO REFUNDS Call The Meadows Country Club, REGISTER: At the MCA office; registration closes January 16 Questions? Call Caryl Magnus, 941-378-5055 941-378-2135, by November 8. 34 The Meadoword • November 2017 Art Center Happy Thanksgiving!

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Classified ads for The Meadoword cost $4.00 for ten words and $.10 for each additional word. Classified copy must be submitted with payment on or before the 13th of the month prior to publication. If the 13th falls on a weekend or holiday, ads are due the the previous business day. Deadlines are also moved up to accommodate for Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays and February. HOMES FOR RENT SERVICES SERVICES SERVICES 2BR/2BA WEDGEWOOD ARNIE’S SCREENING CAREGIVER/COMPANION/ VICTORIA’S GARDEN & LAKES, furnished, 2nd floor, SERVICE: Rescreening all PET SITTING available anytime, COURTYARD LANDSCAPING: newly upgraded, overlooking golf types of enclosures. Pool honest, dependable, many Welcome Back!!! Design, course. Available for December cages, patios, lanais, windows years of experience, Sarasota installation, and maintenance. 2017, and January 2018. Call and doors. Using only quality resident for 25 years plus. Time for a garden clean up? With or text 207-570-6881, or email materials. 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Nice JONES HANDYMAN SERVICES HOME REPAIRS Resident, Sue McGregor, supplies or rent mine $5. outdoor pool with large deck. & REMODELING: Drywall, ChiWalking Certified Instructor, Call 616-846-3074 or email UNCLUTTER YOUR GUTTERS: painting, tile, screening, ceiling is offering a free introductory [email protected] Keep your roof looking new. I can fans, minor plumbing, fencing, session, THURSDAY, OCTOBER do that for you. I have a home 12 AND NOVEMBER 2, 9-10 QUAIL HOLLOW: 1BR/1BA power washing & more. For in the Meadows too. Call Mike am at MCA sports field parking turnkey unit available. all general repairs inside & out! 377-2538. Redecorated end unit, on the Licensed. 30 Years’ experience. lot. Please make sure cars have ground floor, overlooks 18th Meadows references available. appropriate parking sticker, MEADOWS HOUSE fairway. Updated full kitchen, Bill 941-724-0952. available at MCA Office. Pre- CLEANING: Experienced, W/D. 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Classified ads for The Meadoword cost $4.00 for ten words and $.10 for each additional word. Classified copy must be submitted with payment on or before the 13th of the month prior to publication. If the 13th falls on a weekend or holiday, ads are due the the previous business day. Deadlines are also moved up to accommodate for Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays and February. SERVICES SERVICES SERVICES SERVICES SUNSHINE DRYER VENT PRESSURE WASH PRESSURE COMPUTER TECH SUPPORT: PAINTING: Interior and Exterior. CLEANING: Owned by retired WASH PRESSURE WASH Any Hardware and software problems Low prices, local references; NYPD Police Officer. Clothes size job. Roofs to the sidewalks. solved. Upgrades, networks, insured. Call Walter 524-4477. not drying? It’s not the dryer… Meadows resident - call Dan the Internet, malware removal, data FRUSTRATED WITH YOUR it’s the VENT! Prevent dryer Handyman 941-993-2139 recovery, etc. A+, Network+, COMPUTER, IPAD, Kindle, or fires, extend dryer life. 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MeCommunityad Events—All Eventso are atw the MCA ord Community Events—All Events are at the MCA Community Center unless noted otherwise Assembly of Property Owners November 15, 4:00 pm Finalization of Slate of Candidates for 2018 MCA Board of Directors Presentation on “Plumbing: Repair, Sat, Nov 11, 9 am to 4 pm  Restoration, Relining Craft Fair Sun, Nov 12, noon to 4 pm DELEGATES—SIGN-IN ON ARRIVAL MCA Community Center Open to all Meadows residents. 2017 DON’T FORGET… FLU SHOTS Available at the MCA Community Center Sat, Nov 18 Thursday, NOVEMBER 3 • 1:00 pm–4:00 pm 2017 MCA 8:00 am to 1:00 pm

Meadows Shopping Happy Thanksgiving! Village The MCA Office will be closed Thursday, November 23 and Friday, November 24, 2017

CRAFTS 9:00 am BRIDGE 12:30 pm BRIDGE 12:30 pm FLU SHOTS November 1:00-4:00 pm

MAH JONGG 9:00 am PRESIDENTS CRAFTS 9:00 am BOARD OF CRAFT SALE COUNCIL 10:30 am DIRECTORS 9:00 am-4:00 pm SAFETY 2:00 pm BUDGET 10:00 am 1:00 pm STANDARDS 3:00 pm MAINTENANCE 2:30 pm BOOK CLUB 2:00 pm

CRAFT SALE MAH JONGG 9:00 am EMERGENCY PREP BRIDGE BLOOD PLATELET BRIDGE 12:30 pm GARAGE SALE 8:00 9:00 am-noon 1:30 pm 12:30 pm DRIVE 9:00 am - am-1:00 pm, at The ASSEMBLY 4:00 pm 1:30 pm Meadows Village

GARAGE SALE MAH JONGG 9:00 am MCA OFFICE MCA OFFICE (RAIN DATE ONLY) CLOSED CLOSED 8:00 am-1:00 pm, at The Meadows Village

MAH JONGG 9:00 am CRAFTS 9:00 am BRIDGE 12:30 pm

All meetings and events are at the MCA Community Center, 2004 Longmeadow,unless otherwise noted. Daily notices are posted for room locations