August 2013 Published Since November 1968 Only Good News For 45 Years VOLUME 45 NO. 8 Why not a holiday party in July? Santa makes mid-summer appearance ly too early for turkey and ham. When Jack took over the New York-New Jersey Club this year, one of the first questions was whether to stay active during the summer. With so many clubs taking time off, Jack and his board decided to stay active to give By Doug Kates, Editor summer residents something to enjoy. In the middle of July, New York- The Christmas in July crowd was New Jersey Club President Jack Casey an indication that residents like to par- walked into a local business and asked ty in July, just like they do in January. for 118 candy canes. “I didn’t think it was gonna be this The look he got back was similar big,” Jack said. “I guess it’s a success.” to a guard at a mental hospital. When the club’s board met for “You have to be kidding,” was the the first time, they discussed ideas for response Jack got back. summer events. Another suggestion But Jack was actually very serious. was holding a pretend wedding where He invited 118 people to the New people could dress up, have a nice York-New Jersey Club Christmas in meal, dance and celebrate. Christmas July Party at the East Activity Center in July won out this time around, but and wanted each guest to receive a a pretend wedding party could be the candy cane upon walking in the door. big event next summer. Eventually, Jack realized he would have to go Online to find candy canes in mid-July, but he found a distribu- tor, placed an order, and everything Above, Mr. and Mrs. Claus enjoy worked out. a summer day away from the north Boy did it work out! The summer heat and humidity pole. At right, Marie Burns, Deb- didn’t keep the Sunbirds away from bie Johnson, Maryann Sieminski celebrating Christmas five months and Rick Hogquist show off their early. Christmas-In-July-Best. The auditorium was decorated with Christmas lights, snowmen, wreaths, holiday decorations - especially since and red and green tableclothes. it’s a chore in itself later in the year. There was a palm tree covered in But there were enough decora- blinking lights, and a beach chair and tions to set the mood and most people beach ball available for Santa Claus to attended wearing holiday attire. enjoy. A disc jockey was in attendance to The decorating committee said it play music, including favorite holiday was tough finding volunteers to dig tunes. Dinner consisted of spaghetti deep in their storage units to drag out and meat balls, because it was definite- Page 2 /August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 3 Away from home? Make sure someone checks your condo after big storms Storm season: Take time to check your insurance coverage STORM SEASON Prevent Expensive Losses pleted this cycle. New roof replace- As many of you know by now, August is a great month to check ment work will begin in January 2014. OTOW experienced a downburst or the condition of your water heater. Asphalt paving and resurfacing small tornado on the evening of July 17. This appliance is usually silently work- projects are completed this cycle. The The management company staff ing away…until it starts to leak. next cycle of work will begin in May worked late into the night resetting You may not notice the leak un- 2014. elevator electrical panels and checking til you hear from an angry downstairs for damages to structures. The major- neighbor or you flood your unit. Ongoing construction projects ity of the detail work began early on The Association is responsible Spall repairs on the walkways at Thursday with resetting walkway light- for the area between the units. By the Building 80 should be complete by ing timers, irrigation timers and debris time you hear from a neighbor about mid to late August, and then work on cleanup. flooding, you have already flooded the Building 60’s walkways will begin. Roof and structural assessments Association’s property. You will be re- Repairs on a section of the second were taking place as this newspaper to insure the contents of their unit. sponsible for the damage to your unit floor walkway at Building 18a is antici- went to press. It is not unusual for elec- The Community Service Office and contents, your neighbor’s damage, pated to begin this month, pending en- trical and structural damage to show has handled numerous major leaks and Association property damage. gineering and permitting. up weeks later following an electrical from improperly maintained water Water damage can be very ex- Header and window sill repairs are and wind event of this magnitude. heaters. The replacement and mainte- pensive to repair, primarily because it ongoing as needed, as are sidewalk and Not surprisingly, many of the nance of water heaters is the responsi- is rarely contained in one unit, even walkway repairs. clamshell awnings have been damaged bility of the unit owner. more so if you’ve failed to keep your Sidewalk panel replacements (lift- and will need removal and inspection In all cases, the owner found out homeowner’s insurance in place. ing due to tree roots /cracked from for building damage. I’ll take the op- how important having insurance is The water heater, like your air con- other events) at various locations on portunity to remind my readers that when faced with paying for the exten- ditioner, is the owner’s responsibility property will be ongoing this summer awnings are the condo owner’s re- sive damage to their unit, the adjoining to maintain, repair or replace. (the trees always win). sponsibility. So removal and repair of units and the Association property be- If your water heater is more than Structural inspections and cor- the structure falls back on the owner. tween the units. 10 years old, it needs replacement. If rection program (inspection process Clamshell awnings may not be re- The Association will seek reim- you don’t know the original install date, across property to determine condi- placed. Fortunately, there are other as- bursement from the unit owner for then it probably needs replacement. tion, then affect repairs on headers, sociation approved alternatives. repair work in every instance. If your water heater is less than 10 tower elements, walkways, sidewalks, Bottom line is that your Associa- This is a good point to segue into years old, an excellent and very afford- parapets, columns, railings, center core tion and management company work the limits of coverage that individual able early warning device is the Water doors, etc.) will be ongoing through- hard to provide vital services to the unit owners may wish to obtain. AlarmTM from Aqua Managers. If out the summer.nAs building’s age, community in good times and bad. Content coverage may vary greatly you can successfully put batteries in a more detailed inspection and assess- If you are not currently in resi- depending on what you own. As a ba- flashlight, you can operate this small ments are required. dence in the community, we strongly sic point though, you need adequate device - it really is that simple to use. Compliance inspections are ongo- encourage you to contact the person limits to cover furnishings, personal The device has a small sensor that ing. Particularly, they are addressing responsible for checking your condo. items, floor coverings, appliances and you place under the water heater. If it overplanting or unmaintained land- Damage may exist within your unit cabinetry. contacts moisture, the alarm sounds scape around the building common that needs immediate attention. Water All carriers write an HO6 rider and provides warning. This device is area and also looking at clutter en- infiltration around windows or other that provides for loss assessment cov- available at cost, through our Com- forcement. points of entry may cause significant erage in the event of a special assess- munity Service Office. Look for the This includes tagging and removal damage to your condo. ment from the Association to cover display advertisement in this paper for of excessive furnishings placed in the If you do not have an emergency unforeseen shortfalls or losses. more detail. center core areas. contact, you may forward a copy of In the On Top of the World Con- Remember, much of the material your keys to the attention of: OTOW dominium Association, buildings are Upcoming Projects placed there may actually violate the Inspection Services, 2069 World insured under a master policy in the Painting/Waterproofing life safety code for building access. Parkway Blvd E, Clearwater ,FL, name of the Association. The deduct- Buildings 1 and 6 will be painted Parking lot stall number re-sten- 33763. They will perform the inspec- ible is $10,000 for any event per oc- on the front elevations starting mid- ciling and water meter box number tion. Please include a self-addressed, currence including wind/hail related month, weather permitting. Remem- re-stenciling will be ongoing through stamped envelope for the return of damage. ber, all start dates are approximate. September. your key. Named storm events carry a sepa- Flooring replacements in the cen- Awning inspections (all buildings) rate deductible of 5 percent of the ter cores are continuing on schedule. are ongoing. The management com- Insurance Update total value at the time of loss, at each Building 89 will have the first and third pany has reported numerous awnings Tropical storm season needs to be location involved in the loss, subject floors improved this month. in disrepair or weak attachments. In a reminder to all residents to check in to a minimum (community wide) de- Hardwired smoke detector instal- some cases, the method of mounting with your insurance agent and make ductible of $250,000 for any one oc- lations will start on buildings 26, 27, has damaged the building to such an sure the insurance coverage on your currence. 28 and 29 this month. Management extent, that the awning must be re- unit and contents are adequate. With respect to flood, earthquake, company representatives will be going moved. If you feel “lucky” and go with- and flood resulting from a named door-to-door to advise you of your As noted in prior articles, the out insurance, or believe you can storm, all loss, damage, and/or ex- specific installation time frame. “clam-shell” awnings do not meet self-insure any loss, please reconsider pense arising out of any one occur- Again, we appreciate your coop- building code for wind resistance. because the cost of repair or recon- rence shall be adjusted as one loss, and eration. So far, installations have been Fortunately there are new products struction may well exceed the value of from an amount of each such adjusted going along well with only minimal that do. If you have an awning, please your condominium many times over. loss there is a $100,000 deductible. delay. arrange for its inspection through the It is the obligation of every owner Roof replacement work is com- Community Service Office. Page 4 /August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS

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DIRT BEGONE!

Remember when you had a squirt gun and thought it was very powerful? Well, it prob- ably was no comparison to the ‘squirt guns’ Mike Moody Painting and Water Proofing uses to clean buildings. In July, crews were using hand-held and lift-truck pressure washers to clean dirt out from the tight- est places on the New World French Building. The cleaning, which included every nook and cranny inside every guard rail, was in preparation for painting and waterproofing.

(OTOW News photos by Doug Kates) Page 6 /August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS Many years ago, On Top of the World made a commitment to do more projects in-house - today, that commitment is stronger than ever By Doug Kates There’s an old saying, “if you want something done right, do it yourself.” At On Top of the World, an entire department is built just around this belief. Introducing the OTOW Construction Crew – six full- time, skilled craftsmen, and two supervisors. The crew is trained to do simple tasks, such as fixing hand rails and door locks, but they are also trained to do chal- lenging tasks, such as repairing window sills, stucco and drywall. The construction crew will paint exterior walls and repair sidewalks. The crew will work on long-term projects or sud- den emergencies. Most times the crew starts a project from Foreman Arion Thedy and Assistant Superintedent Ralph Jacquillard scratch. enjoy the view from the roof of the Viking Building on the West Side. “A lot of things are now done that job are teamed together for in-house that were outsourced in the best results. the past,” said Operations Man- This is key for keeping mo- ager Shawn Tobias. “Having our rale up on hot summer days and own skilled tradesmen is the best cold winter mornings. part.” Assistant Superintendent If something needs to be Ralph Jacquillard said employ- fixed or if something needs to ees enjoy coming to work when be updated, the construction they are allowed to use their spe- crew prioritizes its schedule and cial skills and work on projects can complete the project in a they specialize in. Plus, no two timely, efficient manner. There is days are ever the same, and each no waiting period for a company week there are different projects to send a repairman, and there is to tackle. no rush to move onto another Some departments know project. what tasks they will be doing “This ensures a quality end on specific days, every week, product,” said Foreman Arion throughout the year. The con- Thedy. struction crew can report to All eight people were hired work with a variety of tasks to with specific skills already in their complete. resumes. There is no on-the-job Ralph said one advantage to From left to right are Matt Patterson, basic training. When a job comes using in-house employees is they Ben Blackburn and Norris Hamilton. up, the most qualified people for take pride in their work. They ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 7 Many years ago, On Top of the World made a commitment to do more projects in-house - today, that commitment is stronger than ever work inside the community and the items they repair are things they see or drive by every day. They know they are making a difference. The current crew consists of Norris Hamilton with four years experience, Reginald Wescott with three years experience, and Lumen Highsmith, Benjamin Blackburn, Mark Reents and Matt Patterson with one-two years experience. How has the role of the con- struction crew changed over the years? More than 10 or 20 years ago, the construction workshop was adequate for the type of simple repairs that took place within the community. More tasks were out-sourced. But in the last 10 Reggie Wescott works on a door in the workshop. years, the in-house crew has add- ed equipment to keep up with aren’t taking weeks and weeks to the many new in-house tasks. complete an assignment and are Shawn said the department is working efficiently. sufficiently outfitted with tools. One thing is certain. The For example, there are more OTOW construction crew never than half a dozen drills alone. has to worry about running out Ralph and Arion were asked, of projects to do. There is always based on all the skills and train- something to fix, improve or ing they represent, if you came to build. One piece of equipment work one day and had a choice, missing from the department’s what would you want to do? workshop is a phone book. Call- Ralph said its always enjoy- ing a repairman is not a daily able to repair something and do chore. it right the first time. He also said it’s really fun to build something from scratch. Arion said getting a job done Luman Highsmith, foreground, and and staying in the background is Edwin Cintron, ride a lift to check a plus. He said some residents are out the structural condition of a wall not aware the community has an where a clam shell awning used to in-house construction crew, and be located. points out, this isn’t a bad thing. When residents don’t notice (OTOW News photos the workers, it shows the crews by Doug Kates) Page 8 /August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS New OTOW Community Service Manager will update residents on monthly projects and events Good day everyone! My name is Dessa Barabba and I am the Facilities Manager for SCA H&R. Starting with this edition of the newspaper, I will be writing a column for you each month. If asked to tell you a little about myself, I would say my background includes many years of extensive man- agement, facility maintenance and cus- tomer service experience. I am a previous business owner Everyone’s participation has been in- The Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles mobile and have worked in the Real Estate in- valuable and appreciated during these dustry for several years. I have been at projects. service bus will be at On Top of the World on Friday, Aug. 16. On Top of the World since October Up and coming projects include Dust” signs and watch us grow. For more information regard- and have found the opportunity to be the completion of the kitchen and In other news, the Department of ing the documentation you will need both challenging and rewarding. craft room at the East Activity Center, Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to bring with you, as well as the fees I look forward to the future. as well as paint and new flooring in the Florida Licensing on Wheels mobile charged for these services, please visit There have been many “Spring small card room. service (F.L.O.W.) will be here at the www.GatherGoGet.com. Beautification Projects” going on at We plan to continue our progress EAC north parking lot on Friday, Aug. The Department of Highway the East and West Activity Centers at the West Activity Center with up- 16 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Safety and Motor Vehicles accepts over the summer and many more proj- dates to the restrooms. Through this mobile service you cash, check, American Express, Dis- ects to come. Also, we have completed new land- will have the opportunity to renew cover and MasterCard as forms of First, I would like to take this op- scaping on the south side of the East your driver’s license, change of ad- payment. They cannot accept VISA. portunity to thank all the residents Activity Center and pool, and will con- dress or name change, out of state to You should visit the Division’s for their patience. I would also like to tinue landscaping on the north side. Florida changes, or get a Florida ID Website at www.flhsmv.gov for addi- thank the SCA staff and our vendors. Watch for all of our “Pardon our card. tional details. ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 9 Ladybird deeds provide a way out

Q. I’ve heard about a ladybird Florida and who thus practice law in estate to my next of kin, which is my deed. Can you explain it for me? this State. daughter. Is this true? There are so many nuances to A. A ladybird deed is a short-hand Florida’s various real property laws, es- A. No, it is not true. way of describing what is known as an tate planning laws, Medicaid planning I don’t know where your friend Enhanced Life Estate Deed. laws and most importantly, homestead got that idea, but it is wrong. It is a type of deed where someone laws, that it just seems logical to me to Florida law does not require you conveys his or her or their real prop- have a full-time Florida attorney draft to leave any part of your estate to any erty to, say, a child, while reserving for up your important documents. particular person or persons. The ex- themselves the right to sell, mortgage, This is true no matter what you ception to that might be if you had mi- convey or encumber the property. think of your out-of-state attorney (or nor children or, of course, if you were I don’t share the view that these are what they think of their abilities.). married. terrific estate planning mechanisms, I have been licensed to practice ---- but some attorneys think the opposite. law in the states of Texas and Ohio; Gerald R. Colen is an attorney When the grantor of the En- Q. My father’s durable power of but I would never think of advising who is a member of both the National hanced Life Estate Deed passes on, attorney was signed by him in (not in anyone about the laws of those states. Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and the remainder person holds the title to Florida). His attorney (the writer said I don’t live there and I don’t always the Academy of Florida Elder Law At- the property and all that is needed is her father’s attorney practiced law in know what’s going on in those state’s torneys. He concentrates his practice usually just a death certificate to prove another state but was licensed to prac- legal worlds from day to day. of law in the areas of real estate, elder that the remainder person now owns tice law in Florida) said that it was valid law, wills, trusts, probate, business law the property. in Florida. However, when I needed to Q. What is the best way to avoid and simple and complex estate plan- Should the grantor decide to sell or use it to assist him with some financial probate of my assets? ning. He welcomes your questions and mortgage the property, it can be done issues, I was told that it was not valid comments. This column is not intend- without the joinder of the remainder here and that it did not have the cor- A. Spend them while you are alive. ed to provide legal advice, but is only person. rect language in it. intended to provide limited informa- If, however, for whatever the rea- Q. My daughter drifts in and out tion on the specific matters raised in son, the grantor decides to remove the A. I haven’t seen the durable pow- of my life — that is, I might not hear the questions and answers. You should remainder person, notwithstanding er of attorney that your father signed, from her for a couple of years at a time always consult your own attorney for the language in the deed, the title com- so it is very difficult for me to com- and then she calls to say hello, to tell specific advice. Mr. Colen is avail- panies take the view that the remain- ment on it. However, this does give me me she got married again, she would able for conferences at his law office der person does have to sign if his or the opportunity to discuss the drafting like to come and visit, can I send her at 7243 Bryan Dairy Road, Largo, Fl., her name is to be removed. and signing of documents prepared the airfare and rent her a car. 33777. His phone number is (727) Additionally, there are always po- by an attorney who does not reside in Nevertheless, she is my daughter 545-8114. He is also pleased to re- tential issues should the remainder Florida, but is licensed to practice law and I love her, or think I do. spond to email at his email address of person get sued. It’s difficult in a col- here. I would like to leave her a portion [email protected] or through umn like this to anticipate what could It is my opinion that one should of my estate, but not all of it. The rest his Web page at www.gcolen.com. In happen in such an event. Therefore, always have Wills, Trusts (if you use I want to give to some cousins and Ocala, Fl., Mr. Colen is available by anyone deciding to have this type of them), durable powers of attorney and friends who I know care about me. appointment for legal conferences at deed drafted should make sure to ask Advance Directives drawn up by attor- One of my friends said that I was the On Top of the World sales office, the attorney about any adverse issues. ney who live fulltime in the State of required by Florida law to leave my which is located near Sid’s Cafe. Driver’s safety course returns Sept. 12-13 On Top of the World welcomes course. driving or getting behind the wheel of their life. Basic, practical skills, such AAA Clearwater as the new host for Cost for the safety course is $15 an actual car. There is no test, quiz or as where to place hands on a steering the 55+ driver safety course. and must be paid when entering the homework. wheel, will be discussed. In past years, AARP has hosted a classroom for the first day. Both class- AAA Instructor Tim King said resi- “We want to reward people who one-day, six-hour class. AAA has come es will take place in the East Activity dents who complete this course will not take a little extra time for this class,” aboard and will be offering two three- Center Starlite Room. only be better prepared for emergency Tim said. “If you avoid just one ac- hour classes on consecutive days. The safety course is approved situations, but most insurance compa- cident, it’s all worthwhile.” The initial first classes will be 9 by the AAA Foundation for Traffic nies will offer reduced rates. Residents who want to take the a.m. to noon on Thursday, Sept. 12, Safety, a non-profit, charitable orga- The class includes lectures and in- course must fill out the application and 9 a.m. to noon on Friday, Sept. 13. nization based in Washington, DC, struction videos. Students are given a form (page 44) in this newspaper and The classes are exclusively for OTOW which is dedicated to saving lives workbook, which they keep. drop it off at the Newspaper Office residents. through traffic safety research and “I like to think, people will walk in the EAC. For this first class, forms AAA designs the class into two education. out and say ‘wow, I got a lot out of must be dropped off by Sept. 6. days because residents can return the The 55-plus course is custom- this,’” Tim said. “I’m 54 and when I If this initial class is successful, second day and ask questions based on ized to senior drivers, who want to took the class, I learned things right and there is great interest, more classes what they learned the first day. Plus, take a refresher course, want to learn away.” will be scheduled during the fall and when residents return for the second about the latest in automobile tech- Some residents may not know how winter months. Watch for more details day, they will be handed certificates nology and various safety devices on anti-lock brakes work, or how the lat- on OTOW-TV and on your Box Of- to use as proof they completed the new automobiles. There is no actual est in airbag technology might save fice Web Site. Page 10 /August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS On Top of the World is an over-55 community - the Association needs your help to enforce it The On Top of the World Condo- minium Community is designated as housing for persons who are 55 years New Recreation Cards of age or older. This designation is in accordance in EAC starting Aug. 5 with the Federal Fair Housing Act. Beginning Aug. 5, it will be possible to obtain your Recreation Cards The condominium declaration at the Community Service Office in the East Activity Center. also provides for age restrictions in You will be able to obtain a card Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. the community and it does not permit (closed from 12:00-12:30 ). minors under the age of 17 to reside In the very near future we will have a special event with extended in the On Top of the World Commu- hours for our working residents. The cards will no longer be issued at the nity. West Activity Center except during special events (return of Snowbird The restrictions do provide that violation of the age-restrictions, please residents, reissue community cards, etc.) Special Events will be advertised one minor, 17 or older, may reside forward the building number and unit in the OTOW newspaper, OTOW-TV Channels 96/720, the Box Office with a resident who is at least 55 years number to the Association for follow- Web Site, as well as posted in your building center cores. of age or older. up. From time to time I receive cor- or recommend unnecessary home re- services or products in advance over respondence stating that a child/chil- Elderly Scams pair work. the phone. Don’t give your personal dren or underage persons are residing The slow recovery of our econo- They may also try distraction tech- information to anyone you don’t know in a building. Unfortunately, the cor- my has provided an environment rich niques which include entering your unless you have made the initial con- respondence does not include the unit in crimes such as identity theft, lot- home for a stated purpose and stealing tact and you have check references on number or address of the unit in vio- tery scams, credit card fraud and wire items while you are distracted. their business or services. lation of the age restriction. The unit transfer scams. The most popular type of scams Do not allow yourself to feel pres- number must be provided in your cor- According to the Federal Trade includes telemarketers calling you and sured into signing a contract. respondence in order for the Associa- Commission, more than 25 million stating you have won a lottery. They As a reminder, do not answer your tion to proceed with enforcement ac- adults were scammed in 2011 with the will then ask you to send them a fee so door to strangers. Don’t be afraid to tions. elderly being the highest percentage of they can process your winnings. ask for identification and record the This information is especially those targeted. Please understand, if it sounds too information. If you see persons so- helpful during the summer months Those persons over-65 and living good to be true, it probably is. liciting in your building and/or the when it is difficult to ascertain who is alone are the most vulnerable. Don’t be a victim; it’s shrewd, not community, please call the emergency a resident and who is temporarily visit- Typically, scammers try to con- rude to hang up on a suspicious tele- phone number, 799-1115. On call per- ing their parents or grandparents. vince you to purchase devices such as marketer. sonnel will be dispatched to make sure If you are aware of a unit owner in water filters and softeners by claiming You should never agree to pay for they leave the community. Sal Mineo preferred movies over Broadway and singing Sal Mineo was bitten by the acting and appeared in the “Rose Tattoo” generations of gay actors. bug early and by the age of 10 he was with Maureen Stapleton. However, he Coming home one night from a appearing on Broadway. Walter really hit the big time in films when rehearsal, Sal was brutally killed in a He was born in Harlem, N.Y., and he played Plato in “Rebel without a back alley at his apartment in Los An- after many appearances on Broadway Cause” with James Dean. Sal won best geles. It was rumored for years that and TV, he headed for Hollywood, Balderson supporting actor in that movie. He his 1979 knifing death was a result soon to become a teenage idol. won again as Dov Landou in “Exo- of his homosexual lifestyle, but that In 1957, Sal tried his luck at be- Inside Showbiz dus.” was not true. The killer was caught coming a Rock ‘N Roll singer and re- Sal had a long relationship with and convicted. Sal was the victim of leased two singles, but quickly decided actress Jill Hayworth. He later discov- a robbery. that acting would be his career. Story.” ered he was also attracted to men and TV channels today are still run- He did display his musical abil- On Broadway, Sal appeared as the was the first actor in Hollywood to ning Sal’s movies and his many talents ity when he portrayed Gene Krupa young prince in “The King and I” with publicly admit his homosexuality life- are still being enjoyed by all the gen- in the movie, “The Gene Krupa Yul Brenner and Gertrude Lawrence, style, which paved the way for future erations that followed him.

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Investigation already under way Murder-mystery expected to take seven months to solve

By Marvin Flam The Jesters’ February show, “Fifty Shades - The Musical,” is set in a Hol- lywood movie studio, and its intricate plot will include numerous twists and will blend movie history and murder- mystery into one very entertaining show in 2014. The cast this year will be a blend of experienced Jesters and talented newcomers, whose performances will, of course, amaze, astound and amuse, as they perform music numbers and comedy routines from the movies of the past 10 decades. At the same time, you’ll marvel at the brilliant detective work of both American and foreign movie detective favorites, who will have our audiences guessing as to ‘Who Done It?’ Ultimately, the mystery will be Police Lt. Charlotte Chan (Pat Sprouse) and Crime Scene Investigators Bob and Bernee Krause, in- solved, but not without a lot of great vestigate evidence at the Jesters crime scene. (OTOW News photo by Doug Kates) music, dance and comedy, and help from our very clever and talented au- ed newcomers for several parts. we’ll be doing. I want to thank those who have diences. At the same time, we are looking Mark your calendar to attend the already signed up and are working on We invite you to join our show and for residents to help with many be- first meeting of the year on Wednes- the show. We have had an outstand- have fun with the New Jesters! hind-the-scenes jobs. day, Sept. 11 at 7 p.m. in the EAC au- ing response so far. Call me at 727- The creative team is working on This month, visit The Jesters table ditorium and learn about the show and 797-1761. Better yet, email us at jest- putting this exciting performance to- 8:30-10:30 a.m. on Mondays in the the fun events. [email protected]. gether and they are looking for talent- East Activity Center and find out what More about this next month. Above all, join us “Jest for Fun!” Page 14 /August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 15 Good idea for Canadians to have a Florida attorney By Rick McLauchlan different. If you have a valid power of at- Last month we shared information Florida Laws (and possibly other torney in the state of Florida, registra- about the Domestic Partnership Reg- states) are very specific as to what is tion in a domestic partnership registry istry from Pinellas County. required to create a valid power of would be unnecessary. This month we share information attorney, which will be recognized in Moreover, the CSA’s understand- received from the Canadian Snow- Florida. The bottom line – a person ing is that some domestic partnership birds Association (CSA), which also wishing to create a power of attor- registries are only available to perma- includes Powers of Attorney. Canadian Club ney for use in Florida should consult nent residents. Again please remember the fol- a Florida attorney to have it prepared Please consider consulting a lawyer lowing is submitted for information covers them in Florida should some- and explained. for personal guidance and carry copies purposes only and is not to be used as thing untoward happen while they are A lawyer in Ontario, for instance, of the suggested documents while in legal advice. For your protection seek a resident in Florida. is not qualified to advise on such a sub- Florida. advice from a lawyer in your Canadian The response was, a will made in ject. His/her advice to a client should Province of residence. Ontario, or in any other jurisdiction, be, “see a Florida lawyer.” --- We asked the CSA if a couple, which disposes of all of one’s prop- The General Counsel for the CSA Remember, our social games will either married or not, has a general erty, would be sufficient to encompass informed us that individuals would be restart on Nov. 7 at 6:30 p.m. in the and continuing power of attorney for property or assets in Florida. able to exercise the same benefits of a East Activity Center. property (will) and/or a power of at- The subject of a “power of attor- domestic partnership registry through Club registration night will be Nov. torney for personal care, whether this ney” for personal care is completely a valid power of attorney. 22 at 6 p.m. in the EAC. Watch a sunset with the Baby Boomers group By Katarina Tepesh Our Baby Boomers are organiz- ing dinners and drinks at local places where it is also popular to watch fabu- lous sunsets. We enjoy visiting various beaches, plus we barbeque, set daily get togeth- ers at our swimming pools, kayak, ride bicycles, watch new and old movies, join Zumba parties, and even travel overseas. Our Baby Boomers group is an in- formal, all-volunteers group. All of us participate with ideas and and Aug. 15 at 6 p.m. at the East Ac- follow through on organizing events. tivity Center Veranda Room, followed In addition to two monthly meetings, by a Happy Hour at a restaurant/bar we communicate via email, Facebook such as the Varsity Club, Cody’s or and OTOW-TV Channel 96/720. Whistle Stop. We meet the first Wednesday For more information, send an and third Thursday of each month. email to Katarina at katarina2379@ Therefore we are meeting on Aug. 7 gmail.com Welcome back dinner Oct. 16 By Jerry Kaplano Well, summer is about half over and for some it cannot be soon enough. For Italian American Club mem- bers and prospective members, there is plenty to look forward to this year. First and foremost, we will be hav- ing a Welcome Back spaghetti and Italian American meatball dinner 7 p.m., on Oct. 16 in the East Activity Center audito- rium. Tickets are $2 each and can be party in November, an ice cream so- purchased in the East Activity Cen- cial, a wine & cheese party, a picnic, ter starting the third week in Septem- and a trip to the Hard Rock Casino. ber and continuing each Monday and So, plan to join us for the spaghetti Thursday from 8:30-10:30 a.m. dinner and find out more about these There are many other activities and other events. plans for this year, including a holiday Enjoy the rest of your summer. Page 16 /August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS Hurricane Tip Page June is the start of the hurricane Your Association makes every dated recovery plan. Despite all of our efforts, much season and the time to start thinking se- effort to prepare for storm events by Key personnel are on-call be- of your own safety and comfort de- riously about dealing with the risk and securing potential hazards, protecting fore and after a storm. Tarps (in lim- pends entirely on you. With that in inconveniences that may be encountered buildings and Association related as- ited supply) are kept on hand to secure mind, this page contains key points to during and immediately after a storm. sets, and making sure we have an up- roofs in the event of damage. help you prepare for a storm event: Prepare for the possibility of a hurricane As a • Designate as a “post-di- quickly pack and evacuate. aged after the storm has passed. saster contact,” a relative or friend • Maintain an up-to-date These items may include, but are hurricane who lives outside the danger zone. inventory of everything in your not limited to, tarps or plastic, ham- Make sure each family member has home. Taking photos and/or mak- mers, nails and plywood. approaches been given this person’s address and ing videotapes of these items may • Make sure your family is phone number, and agrees to con- help support the value you place on trained on how to turn off damaged • Refill prescriptions. tact him or her following the hur- them. Also, consider storing valu- utilities. • Make sure your car has a ricane. able items at a secure location away • At least once per year, re- full tank of gas as power outages • Keep on hand at least one from the house. view your insurance coverage to may force gas stations to remain week’s supply of bottled water and • Remove furniture from make sure it is adequate and up to closed for several days following nonperishable food items. You porches or patio, and secure hoses date. a hurricane. should also have available a manual so that these objects do not become • Don’t forget about your pet. • Store important docu- can/bottle opener, a flashlight, and dangerous or lethal projectiles dur- Some evacuation centers do not al- ments and other valuable items in a battery operated radio or televi- ing a storm. low pets. Making arrangements be- waterproof bags. sion (with an extra set of batteries • Stock up on items you may fore a storm reduces the anxiety for • Bring inside any loose for each). Make sure these items are need to protect your home or to both you and your pet. items that can be found around readily accessible, so that you can prevent it from being further dam- the home. Firmly tie down loose items that cannot be brought in- doors. After a storm • Tape, board or shutter windows. • Don’t venture outside until • Have enough cash on local authorities have issued an “all- During a hurricane hand to last at least a full week. clear.” Banks and ATMS may be closed • Continue to check the radio or for several days following the TV for post hurricane updates. • Stay tuned to a battery-operated radio or television for weather storm. • If you have evacuated, don’t bulletins and important information. return until authorities re-open your • Follow the orders of local authorities. area. Remember, you may need proof • Stay indoors in an interior room without windows (even if you If your electricity of residency to return. have evacuated, inland locations may still be at risk). If conditions wors- • Use a flashlight to look at en, take shelter in a closet or bathroom and use mattresses to protect goes out damage. Allow only those people who yourself. • Don’t assume the hurricane is over when the wind subsides. The - Use a flashlight – not a have been trained, to turn off dam- candle or match as this is a fire aged utilities (e.g. gas) and disconnect calm may be the eye of the storm, and the worse part may still be on the way. hazard. damaged appliances. • Beware of downed power - Open your refrigerator lines and other debris. only when absolutely necessary. • Wear sturdy shoes and cloth- This will help keep food fresh for ing to protect yourself. People are The insurance process ... as long as possible. oftentimes hurt more frequently after the hurricane than during it. Proper insurance coverage can help reduce the financial burden you may • Use only bottled water. Unless suffer as a result of a hurricane. Here are some additional tips that will make ADDITIONAL otherwise advised, assume tap water is the claims process easier for you and your claims adjuster. contaminated and sewer lines are out RESOURCES • Don’t alter the condition of the damaged property. Take whatever steps of order. National Hurricane Center • If electrical power was lost are necessary to protect your property from further damage. http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/ during the hurricane, be extremely • Contact your insurance agent as soon as possible. Provide your agent or insurance carrier all information pertaining to your claim. Hurricane & Storm Tracking careful before consuming food tak- http://hurricane.terrapin.com/ en from your refrigerator. When in • Make a list of damaged or destroyed property. Your adjuster will be doubt, throw it out. able to work more quickly if he or she has a written list to work from. Photos The Weather Channel • Use the phone only for emer- of damaged property may also be useful. http://www.weather.com/index.html • Keep records and receipts for ALL expenses you incur. Supplies pur- gencies. Progress Energy Hurricane Preparedness • Conserve water! DO NOT chased to protect damaged property, or the costs incurred while staying at a http://www.progress-energy.com/abouten- WASH DRIVEWAYS OF DEBRIS. hotel while your home is being repaired, may be recoverable. ergy/stormcentral/index.asp If the power is out and you still have • Try to be patient. Once you report your claim, your claims adjuster will respond as quickly as possible. Delays may be likely, as hurricanes often uproot Printable Hurricane Tracking Maps water pressure it is only because the wa- http://www.fiu.edu/orgs/w4ehw/tracking- ter plant is running on auxiliary power. signs and deposit debris on highways, severely impeding traffic. maps.html ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 17

A recent casino trip to Biloxi included a day trip to New Orleans where the Snowbirds Club did sightseeing and enjoyed beignets at the famous restaurant Cafe Du Monde. From left to right are Sheila Bonomo, Sandy Sanborn, and Linda and Bart Gooch. (Photo by Ed Foland) Snowbirds Club announces a variety of plans for next seven months By Sandy Sanborn in Hudson to see Hello Dolly on Oct ties Center. The gaming industry has been 20, and Mount Dora Craft Fair on Oct Our next monthly meeting will be providing entertainment for On Top 26. at 11 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 7, in the of the World residents for many years. The annual Thanksgiving day Starlite Room. No monthly meeting in The most popular casinos are the charter bus to the Show Palace is fill- August or September. ones that have more to offer than just ing up. After the Thanksgiving dinner, Abundant information on all gambling. we will see the big holiday musical, Ir- events is available on our user friendly Snowbirds Club members like to Snowbirds Club ving Berlin’s, “White Christmas.” Website, www.snowbirdsotow.com, go to casinos in areas where there are Club members have several cruises Click on the big blue events button to other entertainment options, such as to choose from: cancer cruise on Nov. see our schedule of events and order shopping, bus tours, sightseeing and Islands by cruise ship in February; and a 17, floating vacation on Dec. 8, dancing tickets. Or you can contact Sandy San- spending a few nights at a nice resort fly-to-destination to be announced later. with the stars on Jan. 5, and casino cruise born at 727-21627922 to have tickets hotel with night life. Several interesting charter bus to Nassau and Freeport on Feb 9. mailed directly to you. Casino trips scheduled this season trips are scheduled in October. They Our sales and information desk Information about us is also avail- include Biloxi by bus in August; South are Cedar Key Sea Food Festival on will be open from 8:30-10 a.m. on Au- able on the OTOW Box Office Web Florida by bus in November; Bahama Oct. 19, Show Palace Dinner Theatre gust 1, 5, 8 and 12 at the East Activi- site. Look for our button! Hazardous junk pickup set for November at OTOW The Haz-To-Go trailer will be vis- depth finders, microwave ovens, pag- thinner, pesticides, pool chemicals, iting On Top of the World in Novem- ers, portable music players, printers, smoke detectors, solvents and wood ber and will give residents an oppor- Haz-To-Go toner cartridges, stereo equipment, preservatives. tunity to remove household electronic side residents from 9 a.m. to noon on telephones, TVs, VCRs and video There is no cost to On Top of the and chemical products which could Thursday, Nov. 7, at the West Activity game players. World residents. otherwise pose a hazardous threat. Center near the dog park. Accepted chemicals include, au- For more information, contact Pi- The trailer will be available to Disposable electronic equipment tomotive fluids, batteries, cleaners, nellas County at 727-464-7500 or visit Eastside residents from 9 a.m. to noon consists of camcorders, CD players, cooking oils, fertilizers, fluorescent www.pinellascounty.org/utilities. on Wednesday, Nov. 6, at the East Ac- cell phones, smartphones, computers, bulbs, mercury-containing devices, fu- Watch for more information in fu- tivity Center near the tennis courts. copiers, digital cameras, DVD play- els, fungicides, herbicides, insecticides, ture editions of this newspaper and on The trailer will be available to West- ers, Fax machines, GPS units, marine motor oil, paint, paint remover, paint OTOW-TV channels 96/720. Page 18 /August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 19 Every resident has a responsibility ... Best way to stop mosquitoes is to remove their breeding areas By Ronald A Baltrunas Apartment owners on the ground Special To OTOW News level have an enormous responsibility Summer is the rainy season, which to themselves and the rest of us. means a lot of innocent-looking pools Our problems get really bad when of water can grow all over the place. Snowbirds go north and leave decora- When mosquitoes aren’t biting tive items outside that can trap rain- you, they are mating and laying eggs in water. those pools of water. Here’s what to watch out for when Everyone hates mosquitoes. you are walking outdoors around your They wait to ambush you in the building: laundry room and around the mail 1. Watering cans filled with old boxes. water from previous rains or previous They even work in shifts! plant care. There are day-biters and night- 2. Plates under flowerpots (the biters! biggest problem). Their bites can cause painful swell- 3. Bromeliad plants: these cup wa- ing and more. ter in the center. Mosquito Control reports the bites 4. Decorative ornaments that can can give you encephalitis, yellow fever, cup water. Mosquitos dengue and malaria. You can add West 5. Bird baths: They should be Nile virus and there could be more. cleaned daily. Dirty water in a bird bath love The best answer to stopping mos- creates a perfect breeding ground. quitoes is to stop their breeding. dirty Repellants, like DEET, are not Mosquito control is the responsi- cheap. They are chemicals that get into bility of all apartment owners. For an- birdbaths. your skin and you can breathe them in. swers to your questions, call Mosquito Read the warning labels. Control at 727-464-7503.

Philosophy Club

By Bob Reis Our club is currently enjoy- ing presentations, which are fol- lowed by a question and answer period. The discussions give you the opportunity to express your own views. We also have “Open Discus- sion” meetings. With this format you have the opportunity to sug- gest a topic of special interest to you. Join us on any Tuesday. You don’t have to be a member of our club to attend. You’re welcome even if you just want to listen, Tuesdays 10-11:30 AM, East Ac- tivity Center Veranda. Any ques- tions? Call Bob Reis at 798-2443. Page 20 /August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS If these jokes are funny, you are still young Thoughts on growing old ... Now that your husband is retired, When you get old, an “All-Night- you’re probably wishing he had a job. er” means not getting up to go to the When you wanted a discount on bathroom. movies, hotels, etc., you paid full price. Marge You have three sizes of clothes in Now that you get discounts – you’re your closet – two of which you will Old is when “getting a little action” too tired to use them. Mayer never wear again. means you don’t need to take any fiber.

When people say “you look great,” You don’t care where your spouse Old is still good in some places: they always add, “for your age.” goes, as long as you don’t have to go old songs, old movies and the best of Marge’s Humor along. old friends. Going out is good. Coming home is better. The 5 pounds you wanted to lose When you are old, getting lucky They say that age is all in your is now 15 pounds, and you have a bet- means finding your car in the parking mind. The trick is to keep it from Remember when your mother ter chance of losing your keys than 15 lot. creeping down into your body. told you to wear clean underwear in pounds. case you “get into” an accident? Now You may still be young at heart, Old is when you’re not sure if you bring clean underwear in case you You used to say you hoped your but slightly older in other places. these jokes are funny anymore. “have” an accident. kids got married. Now you hope your kids stay married. 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We have The line dancers were joined by wonderful individual instruction and visitors from Ashville, N.C., recently. provide patience and moral support, Debbie Jones and her daughter, so please join us every Tuesday at 1 Alyssa, joined the line dancers while p.m. and Saturday at 8:30 a.m. for two visiting their Uncle Dave (Jelaso) of hours of fun and fitness in the East the Dorado building. Activity Center auditorium. Alyssa is a senior at North Bun- The beginner lessons begin at 1 combe School and has taken Jazz, Tap p.m. on Tuesday and 8:30 a.m. on Sat- and Hip Hop for 12 years. Debbie taught birthday on June 24. Cele is truly com- urday for 30 minutes. The beginner aerobics and jazzercise. It was truly a joy mitted to the line dancers and it warms lessons are extremely helpful. We wel- to have these great dancers join us. our hearts to see her at line dancing. come everyone and bring your friends. On July 2, our group danced to pa- Mary Becker is still collecting the Line dancing is great for men and triotic music coordinated by Ellen Gil- annual membership fee of $5 from women of all ages. bert, who also demonstrated the steps. our members. Please remember to For any questions regarding Line It was a challenge, but all the danc- present your On Top of the World Dancing, please contact Mary Becker ers did good. Thanks Ellen! recreation card, along with your mon- at 253-4874 or Julie Narancich at 574- Birthday greetings go out to Cele ey, to Mary. 323-4100. Radeloff who celebrated her 89th Please join us as anytime is a great Hope to see you soon!

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Left Turn Right Turn

Residents are reminded to always use their vehicle’s turn signals inside the community. You’ll make life easier for other motorists Stop and walkers.

Next Press Association meeting is 1:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 3, EAC large card room ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 23 Adopting a greyhound is like adopting a 45 MPH couch potato

Greyhound Club

By Bill Sharpsteen The phrase “dog days” refers to the sultry days of summer. The dog days of summer are most commonly experienced here in the months of July and August, which typically observe the warmest summer temperatures. There’s no racing today. Enzo, Tio and Ace take over a couch. Make sure your pets get a lot of water and walk them early and late in guessed it, sleeping. These Gentle Giants, or 45 mph Club members meet every third Friday the day, hopefully when it is a little They got fed once a day and were Couch Potatoes, are really a special at Third Friday in downtown Safety cooler. turned out for bathroom breaks and breed and have so much love to give Harbor. We set up next on Friday, Aug. Do you know why greyhounds are water four times spread out during the you. Please consider adopting one to- 16 at the corner of Second Avenue and called 45 mph couch potatoes? day while their trainers cleaned their day. See adoptable ones at www.Gold- Main Street to show off greyhounds Take a look at this picture. Enzo, bedding, crates as well as the kennel. CoastGreyhounds.com for adoption. Tio, and foster white greyhound, Ace, After a greyhound’s racing career, I had many interesting comments We also continue to visit several sleep almost 18 hours each day ... un- they can retire as young as 16 months on our sponsoring the eight-week pris- ALFs in the county each month to less they are really tired! or be 4 or 5 years old. on training program, so if you missed bring cheer to their residents with our Chris Palmer had just started fos- They adapt very well to our life- it, here is the link as ABC has really “Gentle Giants!” tering Ace, went upstairs, and on his styles and schedules. While we sleep, shown an interest in this program. Please add our OTOW Grey- return he found Ace bringing up the they sleep. While we go to work or The program involves train- hound Club meetings to your calendar rear … so to speak, on the couch with leave the condo, they sleep! I think ing greyhounds and making a life- for the third Thursday of each month. his two other greyhounds! you get the picture as they become real changing difference in these specially Our next meeting will be Nov. 21 at 10 They fit well in our retirement couch potatoes. screened inmates. a.m. Call Bill today at 727-797-7977 to community - don’t they! However, if you ever see me take a Read more: http://www.ab- help foster or babysit a greyhound for If you think about their racing couple of them to our new dog park, cactionnews.com/dpp/news/ a day to a week, or adopt a greyhound, careers, you’ll understand why. They and watch them run, you will simply prisoners-serving-years-even-life- donate, or volunteer with this group. raced about once a week and each race be amazed. They can hit full speed of passing-time-by-training-rescued- You will be richly rewarded for your lasted about 32 seconds! The rest of 45 mph in as short as three strides. It dogs#ixzz2VKZI1xvs time spent. These gentle giants will the week they were in their crates, you is really something to behold. Always remember, Greyhound leave paw prints on your heart! Page 24 /August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS We are not closing in August! Fourteen new books available in library By Katy Gerritt wishes to enjoy them. Please pass them • “The Glass Castle” and ”Half We want to remind all our faithful on to friends, neighbors or donate to Broke Horses” by Jeanette Walls. members that we will be open in Au- a charitable organization after reading • “The Newcomer” by Robyn Carr gust for the first time. them. Help yourself at any time! • “Summer Breeze” by Nancy Our hours will remain Tuesday We have a lot of new books this Thayer and Friday from noon-2 p.m. month. They include • “The Chance” by Karen Kings- We hope this will allow everyone OPEN HOURS • “The Black Box” by Michael bury. access to plenty of books for those Tuesdays & Fridays Connolly We would like input from everyone hot summer days. Noon-2 p.m. • “Beach Season” by Lisa Jackson on which authors and types of books We have had an excellent response • “The Striker,” “The Storm” and they would like to see in the library, so to the new drop box, which seems to “Devil’s Gate” all by Clive Cussler. we can accommodate varied tastes. make it easier to return books at any- Library News • “Gotcha!” by Fern Michaels As a reminder, we do have a small time when visiting the East Activity • “The Perfume Collector” by collection of books on CD, music on Center. We have also received several of the library with free books. Lots of Kathleen Tessaro CD and DVD movies. donations in the box. Thanks to all old books were found in the process • “Threat Vector” by Tom Clancy And remember, our First Friday who use it! of redoing the craft room, so we de- • “Impossible Odds” by Jessica Sale on Aug. 2. We also have a table in the center cided to share them with anyone who Buchanan See you soon! Vendor List This list could change monthly. Art Guild Windows, Awnings and Doors: Affordable Aluminum, Home Exel, Clearwater Windows & Doors, West Coast Awning Once a week, Air Conditioning and Heating: Air Doctor, Bay Area Heating & Cooling let your Flooring: Home Depot, Midway Services, KAS Construction artistic side have some fun Plumbing: Midway Services, Roy White By Jean Doane The Art Guild continues its sum- Water Restoration: Paul Davis, Service Masters, Avanta Clean mer break with the exception of the Wednesday afternoon “Painting Pals” group, which gets together with their Interior Painting: Paint Services, Midway Services, KAS Construction individual art projects. Those who take part in Painting Pals enjoy the opportunity to use the Electricians: Tardiff Electric, Live Wire Electric East Activity Center Art Room, where they can spread out supplies on the large tables with good lighting and Dryer Vent Cleaning: Dryer Vent Wizard good company. All On Top of the World residents Junk Removal: Joe’s Junk Removal, Got Junk? are welcome to join them. They meet 1 p.m. on Wednesdays. The Drawing Class, under the di- Concrete Patios: Birges Concrete, Paul’s Masonry rection of John Fier, will resume in November on Thursday afternoons from 1-3:30 p.m. Cabinets: KAS Construction The first general meeting of the Art Guild will be on Friday, Nov. 8, at 1 p.m. Refreshments and programs are always very good. ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 25

At left, a group of Travel Club members visit the Mosi Museum of Science and Industry. At right, club member Neva Gamble shows us how dinner would look to a shark. Travel Club members get a tour of the sea and confirm plans for Pigeon Forge trip in September

By Pat Zorland a Tree.” I believe all who went had a from Oct. 10-14 out of Tampa. Price Our monthly meeting was held on very good time. is $335. Contact Roxie for more de- July 5 in the West Activity Center Sun- Vice President Roxie Maggio an- tails. shine Room and final payments for the nounced there will be a Lunch Bunch All information on what is hap- Sept. 22-28 trip to Pigeon Forge were on July 19 at the Rumba Restaurant. pening in the Travel Club can be found collected at this time. Then on July 31-Aug. 1 to Fort My- monthly in this newspaper and on President Audrey Jones announced ers for a Mystery Train Ride, followed Channels 96/720 on your television. that Pigeon Forge was a go and more by an overnight stay in a hotel in Fort The meeting ended with a social information would be given to the Travel Club Myers. Contact Roxie at 474-5040 for hour with cake and coffee. Due to a travelers before the departure date. more information. thunder storm moving in, the coffee Next, a trip was offered that would A two-day, one-night trip to Day- hour was very short. take residents to the Tampa Theater Audrey at 726-5856. tona Beach is being offered Sept. 12- Lastly, from now on our meetings on July 27 for a private tour of the At the end of June, club members 13. Call Roxie for details. will have three 50/50 drawings. You building followed by a lunch on your went to the Mosie Museum to see a Then there will be a four-night are welcome to join our club and at- own. For more information, contact display called “Under the Sea and up cruise of the Western Caribbean tend our meetings.

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Details in your scariest day September newspaper and on OTOW-TV at the dog park! Channels 96/720 Page 26 /August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 27 Kawalecs traded bad weather for Florida 47 years ago When the Blizzard of ‘66 struck John hit the road every summer for the northeast with an icy vengeance, a few weeks and crisscross this great John and Theresa Kawalec were hap- land. It can be an arduous yearly pil- py to leave it behind for some famous grimage, but the benefits are worth the Florida sunshine. cost for these two travelers. Some years They moved here on the recom- they luck out when their children and mendation of Theresa’s sister, who grandchildren pop in for some visita- assured them that there are no hurri- tion and a dose of Florida sunshine. canes in Florida. Retirement here at On Top of the That same year, their new home World means different things to The- state was clobbered by several powerful resa and John. They play pinochle to- electrical storms and Hurricane Alma, gether at home and they play bridge a rare June hurricane, that caused $10 with Betty and Al McKay. On his own, million in damage and took six lives. John loves to ride his bike, do cross- Theresa and John have been mar- words and cryptic quotes. He has been ried for 55 years. Together they raised playing eight-ball with his pals now for six active and successful children and 18 years. can boast nine cherished grandchil- Theresa puts her faith into ac- dren. tion when she hosts the Father Gobi They met at the Venetian Ballroom Rosary Prayer Group on Monday in Garfield, N. J., where she was mes- mornings in her home. On Thursday merized by the nice-looking guy with evenings she attends the Divine Will the stunning baby blues. Prayer Meeting at Light of Christ John, on the other hand, was Catholic Church. struck by the beautiful, dark-haired When she’s not praying for the sick Theresa. and needy, Theresa proof reads and Theresa is originally a New Jer- writes for the On Top of the World sey girl and was an arts major in high newspaper. She is the building report- school. Ironically, she won a Science er for the Chetnik building, nestled re- Award in her fourth year and went on motely at the north end of picturesque to acquire her Bachelor of Science de- Netherlands drive. gree in Chemistry, of all things. Were it not for her writing, much After graduation, Theresa worked of OTOW might not even be aware for four years in the field of serology, of Building 61’s existence, let alone the followed by five years in virology. She activities that take place there. loved her job, but moved up to a much John and Theresa Kawalec Theresa has pumped out roughly more important job as a stay-at-home- 130 pieces of journalism and has in- mom when she and John started their terviewed dozens of neighbors. If family. that’s not enough, for six years she also Unlike the studious Theresa, John served as the secretary for the OTOW was a self-proclaimed goof off in high Press Association. school. He took the Navy’s Eddie Test CBS News Anchor Bob Schieffer to, in his own words, “confirm that I wrote, “I think journalism is a great wasn’t a complete idiot.” way to do public service, to have an He passed the test and a week later impact on your community.” was bound for the Great Lakes Naval aviation electronics. in Korea. I guess that makes Theresa an Training Academy for two months, From there, John served his coun- These days, in order to spend qual- OTOW public servant. She wouldn’t where he began his training in naval try in the reserves and in active duty ity time with their family, Theresa and have it any other way.

visit otowclearwaterinfo.com look for the Box Office link Page 28 /August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 29 Fall schedule to be announced soon Good Neighbors President Doris Paino

Hello Good Neighbors! I hope you are having a good summer? I took some time off last month, so I didn’t get an article into the newspaper. As we all know, things are slow in the summer, but volunteers are busy working on events for this fall. We are currently scheduling a Senior Expo, a flea market, craft show and clothing drive. Dates for all these events will be posted in each building, in the newspaper and on OTOW-TV. In July we had a “Can you top this” contest, but we only had two entrees, so we are cancelling it for August. The entertainer this month will be Louis Bra- Steve Barlock performed at Get Aquainted Thursday in July. vo. He will perform at the Aug. 8 meeting and has always been a crowd favorite. So, come out and en- Anyone, especially new residents, who would We need to start staffing for upcoming events. Re- joy the show. like to volunteer for Good Neighbors, can contact member to support the Gift Shoppe and through- Building representatives should contact Deb- myself at the East Activity Center on Monday and out the summer stop by and take a look at what we bie Bonomo at 946-3968 for a meeting schedule. Thursday mornings in front of the Gift Shoppe. have inside. Newcomers OTOW News Photos Good Neighbors By Mary Lou Wall building rep meeting set for Aug. 19 Good Neighbors building representatives are asked to attend an im- portant meeting 11 a.m., Monday, Aug. 19, in the East Activity Center Starlite Room, Flyers will be handed out with valuable information as the fall sea- son gets closer. There will also be information on the upcoming Senior Expo, Flea Market, Craft Show and Clothing Drive you can take back and share with residents in your building. Coffee and donuts will be served. Please call ahead so we know how many people to expect. If your building does not have a Good Neighbors representative, this would be the perfect time to select one. Good Neighbors repre- On top are sentatives help answer questions for new residents. Reps will invite new Barry and Judy neighbors to the Get Acquainted social. Reps will also distribute Vials For Life and update residents in their own buildings of any new rules or McNeil of Florida. policies at OTOW. At right is Call Shirley at 946-3968 for more information. Good Neighbors representatives normally meet 8:45 a.m., the sec- Deborah Yander-Bishop ond Thursday of each month, in the EAC large card room prior to the of New York 9:45 a.m., Get Acquainted morning social upstairs in the auditorium. Page 30 /August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS

How do barbequed ribs and chicken sound to kick off an August dinner dance? Here we are in the middle of sum- cal love songs or kick things into a ion show by Patchington. mer when things are supposed to slow higher gear with a variety of popular In November, you can join us for a down. Hazel artists’ songs. traditional Thanksgiving dinner, which So what are we doing? Kelly You’ll be entertained by his vo- will be served right here at On Top We’re warming up for a lot of fun cals. You can even bring your dancing of the World. For only $24.95, din- at upcoming summer and fall events. shoes, and enjoy free refreshments fol- ner will be catered by Marguerite, and On Saturday, Aug. 10, at 5 p.m., lowing the show. entertainment provided by “DJ with a we’ve got our annual August Dinner- On Sunday, Sept. 29, we’ll have our Twist,” Denise Looney. Dance. Tim and Lotte of “At Large” general meeting with Denise Looney Reserve your place at the table, or will provide the entertainment and providing entertainment for our horse reserve a whole table for you and your Marguerite will present a full menu Chairperson races. Bring $1 or $2 to buy 50-50 tick- friends. Reservations are already being of good summer eating, including ets when you come in. You could be- accepted. salad, barbequed ribs, chicken, roast come a drawing winner. Don’t miss out on the Entertain- browned potatoes and grilled veg- bara Sloup at 386-5752, so we know Our fall shows will include Broad- ment Committee’s exceptional lineup etables, followed by a fruit buckle for if you’re coming to dinner and we can way and Beyond, A USO Tribute, of fun. For fall season tickets or ticket dessert. (A buckle is a dessert, which have an accurate count for the caterer. Showtime, Sweethearts of Branson, packages for you or your group, come combines cake, fresh fruit and cream No tickets will be sold at the door. and The New Dawn Singers. see us on a Monday between 8:30- cheese sauce.) On Aug. 11 at 2 p.m., the free The dances will feature popular 10:30 a.m. We’ll be glad to help you Don’t forget to confirm your res- Sunday-in-the-Park in the East Activ- bands like Rebound, Flashback and find a good seat. We look forward to ervations for this special Entertain- ity Center will feature Ralph Rogers, The Mix. saying hi when you stop by and be- ment Committee Dinner. Call Bar- who will warm your heart with magi- In October, we’ll offer a free fash- come part of the fun.

Cele Radeloff, left, who sells raffle tickets for the Entertainment Committee, is surprised to learn she actually won one of the raffles during the Sunday In The Park performance in July. At right, Tony Orifici entertains the crowd. (Photos by Stormy Pickering) ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 31

Tickets on sale 8:30-10:30 AM, Mondays, in the EAC Page 32 /August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 33

Take precautions against heat stroke

By Joe Spahalski It is wise to take precautions with any outdoor activity. Tennis Hydrate before, during and after- wards. The main objective is to keep hydrated and don’t get overheated. Speaking of tournaments, Art has Who said it is too hot to play ten- signed up to play in the Vermont State nis? Senior Pickleball Championships. We do it everyday and we do drink In past tournaments, Art has won a lot of water. We do take frequent one gold and one silver medal. This rests and quit before the sun gets too tournament is open to all players and hot. teams from all over the country, in- Tennis is a great exercise to get cluding Rhode Island, New Hamp- the body moving and the competition shire, New York and Vermont. makes you feel alive. Medal winners are eligible to play The On Top of the World ten- in the senior nationals to be held in the tennis courts in Vermont are taped es). The design is the logo of the Tam- nis group is currently working on our Cleveland. Last year 40,000 attended for both sports and playing times are pa Bay Rays baseball team. tennis tournament for the upcoming the event. allotted for each sport throughout the The afghan will be raffled off on season. We have a lot of surprises in A pickleball court is smaller than a summer. Nov. 21 with proceeds going to the store. tennis court so the conversion is very We are rooting for Art and his OTOW tennis club. There will be a new team concept easy. partner Bruce to win the gold. So, if you want a Rays logo afghan, that uses both skill and strategy to win. Additional boundary lines are put Annmarie Haskell has been work- you better get your tickets. They will Participation in the tournament should down with tape that does not cause any ing her fingers to the bone crocheting be on sale Mondays at the East Activ- be at a all-time high. damage to the tennis court. In fact all a full size afghan (62-inches x 56-inch- ity Center starting in September. Shine your shoes - the rain will go away eventually By Pete Milner middle of the monsoon season. This some of us and necessity for others. It’s the rainy season and we haven’t means there will probably be many Keep your clubs dusted and your had any league play for several weeks. Men’s Golf more lost opportunities to play. We golf shoes shined, so IF the course Given this fact, it has become difficult also will be far enough into the sum- ever dries up and we resume play, we to write a monthly golf column. up for the following week’s opportu- mer months that we can start to plan will at least look like golfers. Obviously, it is more fun to play nity to play. Unfortunately, Tuesday’s on the return of our friends from up Please remember you must sign golf than watch it on the tube or read rain doesn’t allow enough time for our North or elsewhere. in for next week’s play no later than about it in a sports column. course to absorb all the water. That I understand that there are plans 8 a.m. Don’t get shut out. Thanks for Each week, about 50 of us diehard means golf carts cannot be deployed. afoot to have some pros available for reading this article and checking the On Top of the World golfers, show up By the time you read this article, some golf seminars, and hopefully, scoreboard for upcoming news and at the men’s golf shack hoping to sign it will be August and we will be in the group lessons. This would be a treat for events. Page 34 /August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS

Scotch Doubles, singles, 8-ball, 9-ball and team events keep On Top of the World pool players busy in summer Bart Gooch, Hugo Orantes and How- ard Wilson tied for third. A holiday singles tournament took place on the Fourth of July. Marc Schell was the winning with Ron Baltrunas, Mario Rodriguez, Nick Sapienza and Terry Wittman tying for second. Scotch Doubles was held on July 11. The winning team was Hugo Men’s Billiards Orantes and Mario Rodriguez. Second place was Andy Suhar and Terry Wit- tman. Third place was Nick Sapienza Thursday night’s tournaments and John Shearer. change weekly depending on the num- ber of players. If there are 12 or more players, TUESDAY AFTERNOON the game of choice is Scotch Doubles, West Side team members John Shearer, Nick Sapienza, Terry Wit- 9-BALL TOURNAMENT where two players are paired together tman and Bob Eads. There were five different winners by picking chips. in five nine-ball tournaments last ses- If there are less than 12 players, we played together. Joe Ventimiglia took Guire, Nick Sapienza and Marc Shell. sion. can play as teams. first place, Marc Schell was second and In B Flight, Mario Rodriguez was For starters, Bob Eads captured The first team game was played on Ray DiGuilio, John Fier and Barb Sun- the champion, Howard Wilson was first place on June 18. John Fier placed June 27 with the West Side beating the dberg were third. second and Ray Diguilio, Ray Quirion, second. East Side 18-14. The West team was On June 24 there were two flights. John Shearer and Terrt Wittman tied Joe Ventimiglia took first place Bob Eads, Nick Sapienza, John Shear- In A Flight, Hugo Orantes took first for second. on June 25 and John Fier repeated as er and Terry Wittman. The East team place, but there was a four-way tie for On July 15, A Flight had its first runner-up. was Ray Diguilio, Hugo Orantes, Barb second place between Jim Anzalone, new champion. Frank McGuire fin- On July 2, Barb Sundberg claimed Sundberg and Joe Ventimiglia. John Fier, Andy Suhar and Terry Wit- ished ahead of Jim Anzalone and first place with Joe Ventimiglia taking On July 18, the East Side team of tman. there was a tie for second between second. Hugo Orantes, Ed Ramirez, Barb Sun- In B Flight, Howard Wilson was Bart Gooch, Hugo Orantes and Nick On July 9, Howard Wilson took dberg and Terry Wittman won a total the champion, Nick Sapienza was sec- Sapienza. first place and Bob Eads claimed sec- of 19 games over the West Side team ond and Ray Quiron was third. In Flight B, Terry Wittman was the ond place. of Ron Baltrunas, Mario Rodriguez, On July 1, both flights played as winner, Ron Baltrunas was second Ray Finally, on July 16, John Fier broke John Shearer and Joe Ventimiglia, one again. First place went to Barb Quirion was third. into the win column with Barb Sund- which won 13 games. Sundberg, followed by Mario Rodri- berg claiming second place. guez and Ron Baltrunas. THURSDAY NIGHT MONDAY NIGHT 8-BALL On July 8 there were two flights TOURNAMENTS If you’re looking for something to There were five nights of 8-ball again, and Hugo Orantes won another There were two singles tourna- do on Tuesday afternoons, get in on action last session. A Flight title. There was a three-way tie ments and one Scotch Doubles tour- the action and out of the heat. Join us On July 17 the A and B Flights for second place between Frank Mc- nament last session. at 1 p.m. in the West Activity Center The first singles match was on Billiards Room for nine-ball. Bring June 20 Terry Wittman taking top your Recreation Card and join in the honors. Jim Anzalone was second and fun. ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 35

The magical things we do with a ball July make us the winning-est winners of all Photo Search Answers

Quet ‘T Billiards 1. Tower turned color. By Penny Page 2. Roof facade has more “Oh the places you’ll go! There is fun to be done! squares. There are points to be scored. 3. Second-floor window There are games to be won. And the magical things you can do different. with that ball will make you the win- ning-est winner of all.” 4. Bench is missing. ― Dr. Seuss, Oh, the Places You’ll Go! 5. Extra tree trunk. 6. Background tower One of the great things about liv- ing in On Top of the World is the op- entrance is filled in. portunity to meet folks from all over the country and the world. 7. One-way sign is Even with the Snowbirds away, missing. there is still a diverse group who can be found on Wednesday nights playing 8. Third-floor railing on the Women’s Que’T Pool League. gether and bond in such an easy way. Que’T Ladies Billiards if you have One night I took a poll of the plac- Playing pool is the common de- been thinking about it. It is quieter and missing pink square. es people on our team were born and/ nominator for us and it is really work- you will get a lot of attention from our 9. Car window or have lived before settling down in ing. coaches, Ed and Denny. our community. Pictured on this page We hope more women will con- Come on down and join us any changed. is a “cloud” which shows where every- sider joining our team and adding their Wednesday! one was from on just this one night. states or countries to our “cloud.” It If you would like to know more 10. Number of flowers It still amazes me that a bunch will only strengthen us as a team and about our league, you can contact our of women from such different back- add to our lives. president, Becky Balderson, 727-674- in bush. grounds and cultures can come to- Summer is a great time to join 1733, [email protected]. Page 36 /August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS Lambda sets Beach Party social this month By Dave Beaven It is August, and many of our neighbors are taking cover from the heat in their condos. Who can blame them? The Lambda Club seconds your search for relief from the heat. This month’s social is centered on the Lambda theme: Beach Party! The gang is invited to get together in our newly renovated quarters in the One of the games used a gallery Craft Room, or Lambda Lounge, as of baby pictures our members brought we call it. in. We spent some time trying to guess The date and time is Friday, Aug. 9 who was who. It’s quite a challenge to Dave as a senior Dave before being a senior at 7:30 p.m. Members are encouraged match today’s senior face to a long ago to show up with swim trunks, t-shirts, baby snapshot. flip-flops, beach towels, and other Check out my own before-and- beachy accessories. Just leave the sand after pictures to see what I mean. At at home. I’ll have some surf music go- least the amount of hair seems to be ing on my boom box to further set the unchanged! all gay and lesbian residents in the Lambda meets monthly for a so- scene. Don’t miss it. Lambda is a social club for gay and OTOW community, and we also wel- cial 7:30 p.m., Friday, in the EAC Lambda’s birthday party last lesbian residents of OTOW. We are an come participation by other OTOW Crafts Room. If you are interested in month went very well. We met up in informal group that gets together for residents who would like to meet their finding out more about the club, visit the Art Room, as our Lambda Lounge various activities. Regular events in- gay neighbors. There are people from our Webpage: http://lambdaclearwa- was undergoing renovations at the clude cocktail parties, dine-outs, game many different backgrounds and areas ter.blogspot.com. You can contact us time. Love that natural light in that nights and movie nights. Also, we have here at OTOW. Lambda Club is just by e-mail at [email protected] room - so different from the window- a group, the Mall Walkers, which meets one more reflection of that. or call Dave at 727-410-7566. less Craft Room. weekly to walk at Countryside Mall for The party had food, cake, games an hour. and presents. Hard to beat that. We look to expand our circle to Answers to Winston’s World column 1.Captain Kirk on Star Trek 22.Dickie Smothers on The Smothers Brothers 2.The Soup Nazi on Seinfeld Comedy Hour 3.Jackie Gleason on The Jackie Gleason Show 23.Larry on Newhart 4.Tattoo on Fantasy Island 24.Joey on Friends 5.Desi Arnaz on I Love Lucy 25.Fat Albert/Bill Cosby from Fat Albert and the 6.Ed McMahon on The Johnny Carson Show Cosby Kids 7.Fonzie on Happy Days 26.Ralph Kramden on The Honeymooners 8.A whole bunch of people on Rowan & Martin’s 27.The Robot (Dick Tufeld) on Lost In Space Laugh-In 28.Archie Bunker on All In The Family 9.Lurch on the Adams Family 29.Steve Urkel on Family Matters 10.Pamela Anderson on Tool Time on Home Im- 30.Jerry Seinfeld on Seinfeld provement 31.Andy Kaufman as Latka Gravas on Taxi 11.Fred Flintstone on The Flintstones 32.John Travolta as Vinnie Barbarino on Welcome 12.George Burns on the George Burns & Gracie Back Kotter Allen Show 33.Frank Barone on Everybody Loves Raymond 13.Maxwell Smart on Get Smart 34.Mr. T on The A-Team 14.Sophie Petrillo on The Golden Girls 35.Florence Jean Castleberry aka Flo on Alice 15.Telly Savalas as Kojak on Kojak 36.JJ/Jimmy Walker on Good Times 16.The bar at Cheers 37.Redd Foxx on Sanford and Son 17.Yortuk and George Festrunk aka Steve Martin 38.Bea Arthur on Maude and Dan Aykroyd on Saturday Night Live 39.Sergeant Schultz on Hogan’s Heroes 18.Jan on The Brady Bunch 40.Arnold/Gary Coleman on Diff ’rent Strokes 19.Judy Carne on Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In 41.Laverne DeFazio and Shirley Feeny on Laverne 20.Mork/Robin Williams on Mork & Mindy & Shirley 21.Stan and /or Kyle on South Park ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 37 Page 38 /August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS Cardio workout every morning throughout the summer Come join us for the 8 a.m. exer- Bring a towel or mat because and Friday mornings while we work cise class in the East Activity Center we do floor exercises to tone and on improving muscle tone. lower gym room on Monday, Tuesday EXERCISE tighten our abs, as well as working all As always, our classes are free. If and Thursday mornings. improving flexibility, strengthening major muscle groups. Also bring your you have any questions, please contact Our workouts include stretching, the body’s core, and we added music hand weights to our strength training/ Barb Sundberg at 847-946-4214, or building balance and coordination, to our daily cardio workout. weightlifting classes on Wednesday Julie Narancich at 574-323-4100. Motivation workshops start in August Laura Evans, who formally worked in the field of mo- a positively motivated environment for creative problem tivation with Dale Carnegie Training, and also with Com- solving, goal setting and communication tips. She will help munication Resources, will be offering a motivational work- us continue to have fun in life and keep us motivated on our shop to On Top of the World residents. continued adventure. The foundation for these workshops will be “gems of The workshops will take place 9:30-10:30 a.m., Wednes- wisdom” gleamed from hundreds of personal interviews days, in August, in the East Activity Center Blue Room with Laura. By highlighting those “gems,” Laura can create across from the library. Slimnastics Bonesavers What is slimnastics? Do you want to save your bones? Walking, stretching and getting Come join our class which meets 8-9 a.m., Mondays, Wednesdays and Fri- your blood flowing. days in the East Activity Center lower level, opposite the library. We do not do floor exercises. We use hand weights and ankle weights in exercises that were developed by Slimnastics meets in the East Ac- Tufts University in an effort to prevent further bone loss. We never do floor tivity Center gym at 9 a.m. every week- exercises. There is no charge for this class. day morning. For further information, call Libby at 727-669-1486. Every class is free to On Top of the World residents. ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 39 Scenic stroll

Palm trees. Clear sky. Freshly-mowed grass. Crystal clear, blue water. The beautiful Malaguena Building and the Espana Building. This could only be one place - the walking path on the west side at On Top of the World. Ironically, this photo was taken July 17 at about 11 a.m. Five hours later, a strong storm rocked the community. See related photo on page 59. (OTOW News photo by Doug Kates) Page 40 /August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS

Dyna

My name is Dyna. I live in the Moderage building. I like to put myself in my carrier hoping my Mom, Barb Sensale, will get the hint to take me out for a ride (somewhere, anywhere). I have a brother, Chazzie, and a sister, Mollie, who are both 12 years old, but they sleep almost all day. My Mom adopted me thinking I would give them some exercise. Yeah, right! I’m only 6 years old and I like to play, but they don’t want me to bother them. So, I get bored. Anyone want to go out on the town!

Each month, OTOW News, Walgreens and Pet Supplies Plus are featuring a Pet of the Month in this newspaper. Any pets living at On Top of the World are eligible. To enter your pet, email one clear, color photo to [email protected] and tell us what makes your pet special. If you don’t have email capabilities, drop off your photo and information to the newsroom. You must include pet’s name, owner’s name, building and age. Only one pet per household can win each year. The winner will receive (1) 8x10, (2) 5x7 and (4) 4x6 photos from Walgreens on the corner of Belcher and Sunset Point roads. You will also receive a $10 gift card from Pet Supplies Plus on McMullen Booth Road in Clearwater. If you are the winner this month, bring the newspaper and your original color print to Walgreens to receive your prize, and stop by the newsroom to pick up your gift card. Each monthly winner becomes eligible for Pet of the Year honors in January. We are currently running low on entrees, so if you’ve never entered your pet in the contest, now is the time to do so! Good luck! ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 41

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Rain did not spoil special holiday outing NEWSPAPER IS Well my daughter and son-in-law the 4th with their neighbors. It was a did it. They raised twins, saw them very special time. ON THE WEB through high school and everyone I met another good human being is OK! The twins came down to recently, when my 25-year-old TV bit The OTOW News is online, see me in July and had a great time. the dust. Well, to keep modern, I opted and you can easily download Hail, hail the gang’s all here! to replace it with a new flat-screen TV and view the complete current Elizabeth and Malcolm Warren, friend, and cable box. issue, as well as issues from the Jim, Arlene and myself all went to the The tech that came to my house past 12 months. concert at Coachman Park for a concert was young, let us say around 25-ish. He The first thing you do is go and fireworks. As always, we had dinner did the job in a hurry, then asked what to otowclearwaterinfo.com. first at the Columbia Restaurant on I was going to do with the old TVs. I Then click on the “Community Clearwater Beach and arrived just said that was a great question, I did not Information” link at the top of as the rain had stopped, so we felt know. Well, he did. the page. Then scroll down to very lucky. concert and see the beautiful fireworks. On his own time, he came back the OTOW Newspaper banner. The night would be perfect for the After the last firework went off, the rain after work, took the TVs away and kept Just below that is the Clearwater concert and fireworks. Jim, our friend, came back. It was as if we were being them for two older seniors he knew that Press Association heading. Click plays the violin with the ISO Orchestra blessed. It was a wonderful time. could not afford a TV. Went to all that and had to leave early to get tuned up on Our building held an impromptu where it says “Click Here.” trouble after working hard all day and stage, etc. Very exciting to have a friend 4th of July social put on by Avona At the Press Association without a blink was thinking of these who is “where the action is.” Carroll and Neal Krug in the core of site you will see a thumbnail We arrived at the park shortly our building. Avona is a special person two seniors. I had to tell him that he image of the current issue’s after and set up our chairs and got who really loves this country. was pretty darn special. front page. Directly underneath comfortable. The orchestra began and She read the Constitution and Healthy cooking tip: Love is a “Click Here” link. coleslaw as much as I do, but don’t want it was lovely. Maybe 25 minutes into it the Bill of Rights out loud to all Be sure to bookmark the the mayo? the rain came back and we got soaked. who attended. What a patriotic link. You may want to send Take a mango, four teaspoons It rained in my purse, my shoes even gesture! She also offered copies for the link to your family and our underwear was wet. of lime juice, a few chopped-up green us to take home. friends up North so they can Grabbing our things, we tore to What a special holiday. Before onions, salt and pepper. Then blend keep up with all the happenings the car. We drove around for a while the “eats” were offered, Avona led all together in a blender and pour over at On Top of the World. and finally the rain stopped so we went the group in the Pledge of Allegiance. cabbage and one shredded carrot. back to the park to hear the rest of the All the attendees enjoyed celebrating Delicious and healthy! Genealogy research was Reporter is one of two important part of Ky. trip winners in humor contest Linda and Bart Gooch took their Did everyone see the beautiful, annual summer trip up North. The first huge picture of the Malaguena Building stop was in Murray, Ky., to visit relatives. in the July issue of our paper? Viewers Linda’s brother, from Henderson, Ky., do not realize the time and work Doug spent some family time with Linda Kates (our editor) put into it. He took 15 photos, aligned them all up and made and Bart. a composite. He then placed half the Linda has been researching family building in one photo on one line and genealogy. Some of her and Bart’s the other half one photo below it. ancestors were English and Irish. The It looked good, but when Ken information she has been able to obtain Colen visited the Press Room, he was an unexpected surprise. suggested spreading it out as one photo After leaving Kentucky, they instead of the two photos. The finished headed to Wisconsin. Their son and picture is the result of almost two his family live in Waupaca, Wis. The local attractions. It sure does keep us weeks’ work on Doug’s part, and we Our own Laura Evans is teaching a youngest granddaughter recently young when the younger generation congratulate him. Good work, Doug! class on Motivational Skills this month graduated from high school. She will be always wants to be on the go! Maureen Chitnis recently on Wednesdays. Check it out. headed to the University of Wisconsin, The dynamic duo of mothers, entertained her daughter and two This reporter was one of the two Stevens Point. Her twin brother Shirley Miller and daughter Debbie grandchildren, ages 9 and 11, who were winners in the “Kids Say the Darndest and sister just completed their first Bonomo, were on the road again. They visiting from Barcelona. They went to Things” contest sponsored by the Good year of college. traveled to New Jersey for two different Orlando and spent four days at Disney Neighbors Association in July. The On the way back to Florida, graduation ceremonies. Shirley’s World. Back in Clearwater, they visited other winner was Marge Mayer, whose another visit was planned in Kentucky. daughter’s twins graduated grammar Winter, the dolphin at the Clearwater “Marge’s Humor” column can be found Bart’s sister, Sandy, and her husband, school. And her son’s daughter also Marine Aquarium. regularly in the OTOW News. Bob, live in Louisville. The family celebrated with a graduation. Audrey Decker and this reporter The monthly luncheon brought was interested in trying to find more Driving was the mode of put up a few flags in the building to out only a small group, but we enjoyed information about their ancestors. transportation. It was a quick trip commemorate July 4th. It was a quiet Star’s Restaurant on Main Street, in It’s fun to discover from whom as the ladies had to return for work. Fourth, although four of us – Agnes, Dunedin, as it has the best french fries we are descended. Bob Bonomo stayed at home and was Audrey, Ethyle and this reporter – had – large and hot! Try them! Thank you, A month of rest ended with their the dog watcher for Abby. Shirley’s lunch together to celebrate Agnes’ Audrey D., for making reservations. Orlando grandsons staying for a week other son and his family watched return from North Carolina where she New Yorkers: I found Cash Cab in Clearwater. The boys wanted to take her dog, Cody. celebrated her birthday with family and again. It’s on Channel 04 at 7 a.m. a trip to the Sponge Docks and other “Till We Meet Again” friends in Doris Duke’s mansion. Enjoy! Page 44 / August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS Family golfing ‘dynasty’ once again meets for tourney

What began 16 years ago as a family golfing get-together at the Clearwater Country Club has escalated over the years into a full-blown reunion Haver family golfing teams. Eleanor and Ed, in front row, are shown with other winning attended this June by 42 Haver family team members. members, the youngest being just Eleanor Arnold holds coveted “Haver 2 years old. Trophy” after her team won the golf reunion membership at the Clearwater Country this newspaper. Golf is still very much the central scramble. Club for more than 20 years. This event, hosted in Clearwater theme of the reunion, held every two Bill, who died in 1994 at the age for the second time has also been Regency on Clearwater Beach. of 91, was the family star, having held held in Biloxi, San Antonio, Scranton, years, that started as a way for the seven How did six of the seven children Haver children to get together. the Florida State Moose championship Pa., and Destin, Fla. Family members of a Pennsylvania coal miner get twice and, locally, the Elks and and members-to-be (engaged couples All but one were golfers, and our interested in golf? It seems that Bill, Eleanor Arnold, 89, is now the eldest American Legion titles. and newlyweds) hailed from Texas, the eldest child, started the ball rolling, survivor of the original group. Her He was the former club champion New Jersey, Arizona, Connecticut and brother, Ed Haver, 83 of Village on so to speak. He took up golf seriously at Glen Oaks where he held the club Michigan. the Green is the other. and as they became old enough the record of 47 (7 under par). In addition to golf, they enjoyed This duo spearheaded the other siblings followed. Ed, whose handicap hovered fishing, shopping, visiting museums winning team at this year’s reunion The family moved from between 8 and 10, is a retired sports and all that this area has to offer. golf scramble that featured three Pennsylvania to New York and then writer for the Clearwater Sun. Eleanor, Back home at American Gothic, teams of four (see photo at top). gradually found their way to Florida. a 19-year resident of American Gothic, we celebrated July 4 with our indoor Eleanor’s team was presented with One brother lived in California and is a member of the Ladies 18-hole BBQ and watched the rain come the coveted “Haver Trophy” at the a sister in Texas, but most resided in Golf League and was pictured next to down. Indoors was good and no closing celebration dinner at the Hyatt the nearby area and the family has had the new course sign in the last issue of one went hungry. ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 45 A potpourri of early summer happenings The building luncheon at the end on the piano, and son Edward on guitar of June at the Safety Harbor Spa Grille accompanying bossa nova singer Shawn was a little different. Wilhite. It was a day to remember for Although seven signed up to a long time. attend, for different valid reasons, only Our daughter Lisa, who lives myself and three Chetnik gents showed. here in Florida and is a graphic artist, They were Phil, Newton and Bill Jacobs. designed the invitations. Fortunately I had invited three of Kathy Malessa told me her family my girlfriends. is so excited about her niece in South It became a very convivial group, Carolina who had her first child, a and everyone enjoyed their choice on baby girl. Congratulations to the the menu. If you have not been there, happy family. this historical resort has been restored We just found out that we are Bad weather going to be great-grandparents for the to super-elegant. members, grandchildren, cousins, In July, my family had a complete first time. Our granddaughter said the nieces and nephews, and close friends baby will be born in February. moves picnic reunion for the first time in years. We were on hand to enjoy the reunion. Also in July, Claire and Paul had it at the Athena Room of the Safety While dining we enjoyed the Bruyere visited with family in New event to core Harbor Resort and Spa. music of Terry Premru, a classical Hampshire for a few weeks. (This article was written by Our son Larry came in from guitarist who is in the same guild as Press Association members should former building reporter Mary California, our daughter Janet and my son Edward. note that there is no meeting in August. hubby from Ashville, N.C., and daughter Ellis, as the current reporter, Other professional musicians in I could not have made it anyway. I will Kathy Fiorentino, was not at the Beth and family from Coppell, Texas the family entertained us with a few be in Driver’s Court that day contesting (near Dallas). Also many other family event depicted here.) renditions. Our daughter Janet soloed a citation. Wish me luck! As usual, there was a sign-up sheet posted for a Fourth of July potluck picnic for the Saratoga Resident visits Pro Football Hall of Fame Building residents. Last year’s picnic Our neighbor, Linda Fields, just two individuals who will stand out, had a dozen or more replies, whereas returned from the Pro Football Hall of Chris Carter for Ohio and Warren Sapp this year only half of that number Fame in Canton, Ohio, in June. for Florida. indicated any interest. We did have one resident attend who played an She said, “For those who love “I found the lyrics to the Hall of instrument and one with a gas grill. football, the history of the sport, Fame which are about never giving up Apparently the warnings of how it has evolved over time, and the and reaching for your goals… if you bad weather and other more enticing contributions of incredible players and just believe. activities grabbed the interest of coaches throughout the years, this is an “Here is just one verse those who were not at the picnic. amazing place to visit. of the lyric: ‘Dedicate yourself and you Those of us who showed up “I paid special attention to our can find yourself standing in the Hall at the festivities came laden with Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who were of Fame. And the world’s gonna’ know hot dogs, buns, corn on the cob and represented loud and proud. I visited your name cause you burn with the watermelon, plus many other goodies the display for Tampa’s own Lee Roy brightest flame. And the world’s gonna’ in the spirit of the occasion. Selmon (1976 to 1984). He was the 50th anniversary this year, this will be a know your name, and you’ll be on the We moved the picnic to the core very first draft pick for the Buccaneers golden, but special moment in football walls of the Hall of Fame.’” of the building, bringing along our in 1976. history! The ceremony will be Saturday, We had a fantastic Fourth of July chairs and Fourth of July spirit. “His star will always shine bright Aug. 3, at 7 p.m. The game will be barbecue, with a great variety of food We had lively conversations in the Tampa Bay region and it was played Sunday, Aug. 4. Kickoff is set for and a wonderful turnout. Thank you about OTOW drivers and our a special moment to visit the display 8 p.m. The game is between the Miami to all of the individuals who made the bicyclists. Don’t forget — the speed for Lee Roy. Dolphins and the Dallas Cowboys. celebration possible and who assisted limit is 20 miles per hour. “Since they are celebrating their “In the Class of 2013, there are in set-up and clean-up. We even decorated the way into our picnic with lots of flags, both small and large, to show our appreciation of our military. Friend attends his ‘biggest wedding ever’ Hopefully our next potluck will By Thomas Brennan John told me it was the biggest dancing and champagne, they had have more in attendance. We hope Hi, neighbors. How in the world wedding he had ever seen. “How big?” a marvelous time. everyone had a great Fourth. RU? Summer has arrived in Clearwater, I asked. As promised last month, we have can’t you tell. First you see the thunder- “Well,” says John, “In addition to a few words from Sweetie Pie, AKA clouds, then you feel the rain. James and Lynda, there was one maid of wife Joan. “Our love is the unfolding I was talking to my dear friend honor, one matron of honor, one best miracle that expands our joy to John Velchoff, leader of the Monday, man, one flower girl, one ring bearer, include our pain.” Wednesday and Friday exercise class four honorary bridesmaids, five ushers, That’s all, folks. Enjoy the month at the West Activity Center. John tells nine bridesmaids, 11 groomsmen, of August. See you next month if the me he was invited to his grandniece’s the likes of which I’ve never seen.” creeks don’t rise. wedding in his hometown of (I wonder if they have groomsmen, Vicksburg, Miss. It was the social event where do they keep the horses?) of the year. The reception was held at the His grandniece, Lynda, married B’nai B’rith Literary Club, which is SERVICE DESK her beloved, James, at the Crawford housed in a three-story brick building HOURS: 8:30 A.M. — 3 P.M. Street United Methodist Church in facing the Mississippi River. There was EAST ACTIVITY Vicksburg. The reverends William a band on every floor. CENTER Geoffrey Joyner and Richard Carrington John’s guest to the wedding Stockett III officiated at the ceremony. was Liz Bohl. Liz said between Page 46 / August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS New reporter is a daily dog walker and ‘news hound’ Hi, I’m Kay Tenuta and a new reporter sharing space with Cecile Sangiamo, depending on schedules. I bought a unit in the English Tudor building a year ago. I have a 16-year-old male pound rescue Shih-Tzu/Lapso Apso that I walk several times a day. Originally from East Peoria, Ill., I moved to Long Beach, Calif., with my brother. Six months later, I was in Astoria, Ore., and then Portland, Ore. A year later I was in Bremerton, Sheila Hart, left, is shown here with her Cecile Sangiamo, left, and Marilyn Solivan, daughter, Maureen. Sheila will be leaving right, meet with Karen O’Brien, center, to Wash. The next seven years found OTOW soon and will be living with Maureen learn more about Karen’s upcoming move me in Aberdeen, Wash. and Seattle. in Safety Harbor. from OTOW to Pennsylvania. Back to Illinois and Hoffman Estates, 2008, I sold the house due to shortage a Chicago suburb. of good handymen and the homeowner Karen O’Brien and her two OTOW resident for 17 years and knows My husband and I moved to crisis and came here to On Top Chihuahuas, Duke “C” and Spikie, are how to welcome new residents. JoAnn Tampa in April, 1986. I was a Realtor of the World. moving back home to Erie, Pa., after greets all new residents, presenting for one year and then went to work I had several friends here who two years of Snowbirding and 25 years them with an OTOW directory and for Greiner, a large engineering firm were just “over the top” with OTOW of full-time residency. small live plant. So far JoAnn has spread with offices on the Courtney Campbell so I had to come and see what it was Karen and her late husband her sunshine to three new residents Causeway. My working career includes all about. They were right. OTOW is John were very active in OTOW since January. 15 years in banking and 19 years “over the top.” activities, including golfing and lawn Queen’s Pizza on Belcher Road was in engineering. In building news, the residents of bowling. John was a volunteer Santa the scene of a get-together on July 3. We bought a condominium on English Tudor said goodbye and good Claus for OTOW and a volunteer Attendees were JoAnn Dameron, Virginia the Hillsborough River because my luck to two residents in June. clown for the Comedy Connection at Jones, Tom Kovach, George Landis, husband “had to have” a boat. I was on Sheila Hart and Casey, her beautiful Meese Hospital. Josephine Pleskach, Cecile Sangiamo, the board and served three years as the yellow Labrador, are moving in with Karen will be welcomed by her Roy Satkowski, Ed and Marilyn Solivan, president of the HOA and my building. Sheila’s daughter, Maureen, who has family in Erie and will be sharing a and Kay Tenuta. After 15 years we sold the boat and a home in Safety Harbor. Sheila lived home with her sister, a retired Penn The next scheduled “get together” the condominium and bought a lovely here for seven years. A good-bye lunch State math professor. is Wednesday, Aug. 7, at Norton’s, 1824 villa in Tampa. I was on the Board of co-hosted by JoAnn Dameron and Kay English Tudor is proud to Main Street, Dunedin at 3 p.m. Directors for three years. Tenuta was held. Her daughter was able announce JoAnn Dameron as the new I hope everyone had a lovely After my husband passed away in to attend, too. Sunshine Captain. She has been an July 4th holiday. Resident hails from Idaho and Tacoma, Wash., region Thank you to Mike Cooper (Finlandia side) and Bill Martin (Ecuadorian side) for the American flags on July 4 and other appro- priate days. Welcome to Mel Nasr, our new resident on the Ecuadorian side. She is from Tacoma, Wash., after growing up in Idaho. She has four children, six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Also living with her is her cat, which gave me a very friendly welcome. Mel likes to read, swim and play tennis. Since we have a library, swimming pools a blood bank. She has visited relatives in and tennis courts, she should find lots Switzerland in the past and they are now to do. Maybe another tennis player will planning a trip here to visit her for the show her the ropes here at On Top first time. What a visit that will be! of the World. Try to stay cool until the winter For about 10 years, Mel worked in brings us some better temperatures. ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 47 Page 48 / August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS Tour of Italy included many historic, religious sites Frank and Ellen Marini’s Italian trip began and ended in Rome with visits to many historic sites. The couple was part of a tour of 39 great companions guided by “Caroline” on a bus driven by “Enzo.” The group they travelled with was great, the food was outstanding, and the many places, beautiful vistas, churches and so much ancient history were all so memorable (see photo at far right). Rome was the first and last stop. To begin, they walked around the Piazza Venezia and visited the Vittoriano Monument of Victor Emmanuel II of “Peter and Ann Marie,” their accordion Savoy, the first king of unified Italy. player and singer. Next day in Assisi they walked the Frank and Ellen Marini pose in front of the Roman Forum during their recent guided tour Next morning they saw the Vatican of Italy with a group of 39 like-minded companions. Museum, the Sistine Chapel, and hills to St. Francis Basilica. In St. Agata St. Peter’s Basilica. there was a wonderful restaurant with confusing airport I have ever seen. No pier at the bait house while listening to Following lunch there was a trip food beyond belief and a guitar/singer directions, flight gathering areas are not “As the Sun Goes Down.” After a across the Tiber River to the Coliseum. that got them all singing and dancing well marked, and other delays made sunset celebration, the night ended After a 6 a.m. wake-up call, they were the night through. us miss our connecting flights. But at Jimmy Crows. off to Florence. Frank walked the Finally, on the way to Rome, there American Airlines came through and Our 4th of July picnic featured hills to the Duomo Santa Maria Della was a short stop at the Commonwealth we had a good night’s sleep after being Italian sausage and hot dogs for the Scola, a beautiful cathedral. They saw Memorial Cemetery at Monte Cassino, up for 20 hours.” entrée with potluck for the side dishes Michelangelo’s original statue of David, where 4,300 soldiers of different We Bohemians are glad you two and dessert. Sue brought a yummy works of art, and the final resting place nations died at the battle of Cessiso. came through and made it back to the casserole, Mike made a delicious of Galileo and Michelangelo. The last event was a farewell dinner Bohemia after such a wonderful trip! multi-bean salad, and Carole and Phil On a rainy day in Pisa, they took in behind the Vatican. Entertainment In other building news, while the furnished a scrumptious Bundt cake. Venice and found Scalzi, the church of consisted of classical and Italian songs. men played poker, the ladies took a The girls won the 500-piece puzzle the barefoot Carmelite, attended Mass The group was bused back with singing night out — twice! First was dinner competition, and all watched the there, and dined on the canal. by the gang and lots of laughs. at the Varsity Club followed by laser fireworks to climax the day. Our Friday Next was glass blowing in Murano Regarding the trip home, Frank tag at Celebration Station. Second beachwalkers collected food for the and a Gondola Serenade Ride with says, “The Rome airport was the most began with a walk and dinner on the homeless at St. Vincent de Paul.

CONDOMINIUM Of paddle-boarders and a Texas wedding OWNERS WHO If you were wondering why a The bride also lives in Hollywood, but Virginia car with a huge “carrier” on top her parents live in Texas, where she grew RENT THEIR UNITS was in our parking lot, you are about to up and was raised; hence the wedding OWNERS who rent direct must find out why. was in Texas. The grooms’s brother request necessary forms for Carol Keough’s daughter and returned home from Afghanistan and her son visited from Newport News, was best man at the wedding. securing recreation cards for their Va. They are real enthusiastic paddle- renters by submitting a written Lill and Herb then flew to boarders. That holder on the top Milwaukee to visit relatives and friends. request giving Building Number, of their car held their paddle board. Lill and Herb have an interesting family. Apartment Number, the address Of course, due to the constant rain Their son and daughter married a that we had at the time, their water of the Apartment and enclosing a brother and sister. That’s known as legal-sized self-addressed, stamped fun was really cut short. Since they couldn’t go paddle-boarding as much “one big happy family.” return envelope to: as they wished they could, they took a It’s time to remind everyone to be On Top of the World trip to Cape Canaveral for a tour and It was later that I received a phone very careful when you leave the West Recreation Card Dept. really enjoyed that. call asking if I was OK. That’s when I side of OTOW. If you are going to turn 2069 World Parkway Blvd. E. Later in the week, they all packed discovered that we had a water spout left to go north on Countryside, watch and a tornado. I hope you all paid Clearwater, FL 33763 up, including Carol, and went to out for drivers who are exiting the East Folly Beach, near Charleston, for a attention to my last month’s article side of OTOW. This application can family reunion. where I suggested we all get ready for We have many drivers who are ONLY be sent to OWNERS Speaking of the rain – I am writing the hurricane season. in the right lane to turn north on of apartments here at On Top this article on July 8th and boy did Lill and Herb Cervinka have Countryside but decide not to turn and of the World and the OWNER we ever have a storm at dinner time. returned from a trip to two states. they cross straight over to the West side. shall process applications for It rained so hard I couldn’t see the They flew to the Dallas, Texas, area to Unfortunately, as we age, some of the rental recreation cards. lake. I decided to put all my shutters participate in their grandson’s wedding. younger folks feel that the rules and Applications are NOT available down in case someone’s furniture or Their grandson lives in Hollywood, laws are for everyone else but them. trees were blowing. Calif., and is an actor and film director. Please watch out and be careful. at any On Top of the World office or the Palm Acre Real Estate office. They MUST be obtained BY MAIL and MUST be requested OTOW After-Hours Emergency Number: 799-1115 BY THE OWNER. (Water intrusion, elevator entrapment, building alarm malfunctions, electrical problems, etc.) ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 49 Summer travelers returning THE WAY WE WERE to OTOW for autumn events A look back at the OTOW News Julia and Sam traveled to South (Part 51: August, 1975) Riding Va., earlier this summer for By Dolores Burm and Elaine Gotler a visit with Julia’s son Charles and wife Donna. • On Top of the World unveiled two new beautiful, professionally laid- The highlight of the trip was out tennis courts located near the pro shop. A key was obtainable at attendance at a dance recital to watch the pro shop with the presentation of an OTOW ID card. their teenage granddaughters perform. The girls have been dancing since they • Among many trips planned was an Orange Bowl four-day excursion in were toddlers and presently serve as December-January with accommodations in Ft. Lauderdale, a British demonstrators and teachers for the Isles 15-day trip, a seven-day West Indies cruise and a Las Vegas younger dancers in addition to their five-day package. own routines. • A group of 494 people came to watch the Clearwater Aquettes’ Mother Donna is kept busy keeping Syncronized Swim Team of the Clearwater Pool and Recreation the girls on schedule. Julia tells us son Department. The group of 45 girls, ages 8–16, were lovely to see going Charles, a talented computer person, is with us, just send an e-mail to [email protected]. through their rhythmic strokes and patterns. busy these days building his own electric car from scratch. Finally, if you are a lefty, Aug. 13 is your day. All us “senior citizens” — Julia’s other son Jonathan is also See you next time! our day is Aug. 21. If you like mustard, a talented computer person and is also Aug. 3 is Mustard Day. interested in environmentally-friendly August 14 and 15 are collectively cars, owning an auto that runs on known as VJ Day, the surrender of vegetable oil. Jonathan has been a guest Japan to end WWII — all hostilities speaker at the On Top of the World ended. The official truce was signed in Thanks to resident who helps Computer Club. September, 1945. While in South Riding, Sam visited Many of us baby boomers others when she sees a need a pet store named the “Happy Puppy” remember the ration stamps, the to hold and cuddle the little puppies. blackouts with the air raid wardens AUGUST MEMORIES He was tempted to bring one home, and the troop trains passing Remember the hometown county fair, but was afraid all his canine friends through towns. Riding the skies in a bucket chair? at Capistrano would be jealous. Sam If you have nothing to do and are Rainbow fireworks and taffy rolled flat, is a special favorite of our Yorkies, interested in learning about some of the And all the world to be giggled at? Timmy and Angel. things you can do with your computer Many of our Capistrano neighbors and its software, the Computer Club is This sparked my memory of the have cruised, motored, flew or traveled a great place to learn. Tuscola County Fair in Caro, Mich. I by rail to different parts of the country If you like to sing (in or out of especially remember my Dad having and world this summer. If you would the shower), see Julia, president of the to get there in time for the tractor pull, like to share some of your adventures chorus at On Top of the World. and to see all the animals on display. And, me, in the stands waiting for those slow trotters to get off the track so the special show could begin. Melbourne had a dinner outing They all like our beaches and the sponge ATTENTION WEST-SIDE DRIVERS on June 29 at the Villa Maria. It was docks. Carol is hoping to return the As you enter on World Parkway and approach Americus a small group, with all the Snowbirds family visits in December. Boulevard, remember to come to a complete stop before gone and others going here and there. Wanda Patrick wants to thank We did enjoy the conversation as we Bonnie for all help. Wanda says, “Bonnie making your turn. Do not pass a left-turning car on the right, were able to see and hear everyone who takes out peoples’ trash, sees to their inasmuch as that blocks the other driver’s vision and could was there. Dinner was delicious and newspapers and just helps where she cause an accident. Thanks! companionship even better. sees a need.” I know there are other Thanks again to Carol Futej who residents that benefit in special ways organized the occasion. She now is from Bonnie’s help. I’m always grateful working on an outing for July 27, that she watches over me daily and my at the Cracker Barrel. More about condo when I am away. She checks the that next month. condos for the Snowbirds and others Did you see the picture on the who travel, too. So glad she is my next- bulletin board of Big Bird strutting door neighbor. down the Melbourne balcony? You may know that August is the Never know who or what is going only month without a special holiday. to visit us next. I’m praying you all survive the “dog Carol Futej enjoyed her grandsons days of August” and are ready for and their families from Ohio visiting an active fall. her for a week. Her girl friend, Bonnie Looking for more news from you Grant, was here for the same week. for the September column.

NOTE: The newsroom will be closed Aug. 1–4. Newsroom will reopen Aug. 5. Page 50 / August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS

02 Friday...... 2:00 PM...... Travel Club Meeting...... Sunrise Room 03 Saturday...... 4:00 PM...... Ladies Exercise Party...... Sunrise Room 06 Tuesday...... 3:30 PM...... Men’s Billiards Meeting...... Sunrise Room 06 Tuesday...... 6:00 PM...... No.82 Capistrano Building Meeting...... Sunrise Room 07 Wednesday...... 6:00 PM...... Baby Boomers Meeting...... Veranda 08 Thursday...... 9:30 AM...... Good Neighbors Get-Acquainted Coffee...... Auditorium 09 Friday...... 7:00 PM...... Lambda Club Meeting...... Crafts Room 09 Friday...... 7:00 PM...... Irish Club Meeting...... Auditorium 10 Saturday...... 5:00 PM...... Entertainment Committee Dinner/Dance...... Auditorium 11 Sunday...... 2:00 PM...... Entertainment Committee Sunday In The Park...... Auditorium 14 Wednesday...... 5:00 PM...... NY-NJ Club Party...... Sunrise Room 15 Thursday...... 6:00 PM...... Baby Boomers Meeting...... Veranda 20 Tuesday...... 6:00 PM...... No.72 Valencia Building Party...... Sunrise Room 22 Thursday...... 2:00 PM...... Democratic Club Meeting...... Starlite Room 28 Wednesday...... 6:00 PM...... NY-NJ Club Meeting...... Auditorium 31 Saturday...... 6:00 PM ...... Lambda Club Social...... Crafts Room

Daily Calendar MONDAY 7:00 Coffee Corner...... Auditorium 1:00 Line Dancing...... Auditorium 10:00 Mens Exercise Class...... West Side Gym 8:00 Ladies Exercise Class...... East Side Gym 2:00 Chess Game...... Rainbow Room 11:30 Duplicate Bridge Cards...... Large Card Room 8:00 Bonesavers Exercise...... Yellow Room 5:30 Dominos Game...... Small Classroom 12:00 Mahjongg Game...... Rainbow Room 8:30 Exercise Class...... West Side Gym 6:00 Pinochle Cards...... Large Card Room 1:00 Painting Pals...... Art Room 8:30 Ent. Comm.& Clubs Ticket Sales.. Auditorium 6:00 Mahjongg Game...... Rainbow Room 1:00 Double Pinochle Cards...... Small Classroom 9:00 Computer Club Help...... Computer Room 1:30 Tai Chi Exercise...... East Side Gym WEDNESDAY 9:00 Water Exercise Class...... East Side Pool 1:30 Scrapbooking Class...... Kitchen 7:00 Coffee Corner...... Auditorium 9:00 Slimnastics Exercise...... East Side Gym 2:30 Tai Chi Exercise...... East Side Gym 8:00 Ladies Strength Training...... East Side Gym 9:00 Zumba Exercise...... Large Card Room 6:30 Contract Bridge Cards...... Large Card Room 8:00 Bonesavers Exercise...... Yellow Room 10:00 Aerobics...... East Side Gym 6:30 Ladies QueT Billiards...... Billiards Room 8:30 Exercise Class...... West Side Gym 10:00 Mens Exercise Class...... West Side Gym 9:00 Computer Club Help...... Computer Room FRIDAY 11:30 Duplicate Bridge Cards...... Large Card Room 9:00 Good Neighbors Crafts...... Crafts Room 11:30 Contract Bridge Cards...... Blue Room 7:00 Coffee Corner...... Auditorium 9:00 Knitting Group...... Veranda 12:30 Mahjongg Game...... Rainbow Room 8:00 Ladies Strength Training...... East Side Gym 9:00 Water Exercise Class...... East Side Pool 1:00 Canasta Game...... Small Classroom 8:00 Bonesavers Exercise...... Yellow Room 9:00 Slimnastics Exercise...... East Side Gym 1:30 Tai Chi Exercise...... East Side Gym 8:30 Exercise Class...... West Side Gym 10:00 Aerobics Exercise...... East Side Gym 2:30 Tai Chi Exercise...... East Side Gym 9:00 Computer Club Help...... Computer Room 10:00 Mens Exercise Class...... West Side Gym 5:00 Mahjongg Game...... Rainbow Room 9:00 Ceramics...... Crafts Room 11:30 Duplicate Bridge Cards...... Large Card Room 6:00 Bingo...... Auditorium 9:00 Water Exercise Class...... East Side Pool 12:00 Mahjongg Game...... Rainbow Room 6:30 Contract Bridge Cards...... Large Card Room 9:00 Slimnastics Exercise...... East Side Gym 1:00 Painting Pals...... Art Room 6:30 Mens 8-ball Tournament...... Billiards Room 9:00 Zumba Exercise...... Large Card Room 1:00 Double Pinochle Cards...... Small Classroom 9:00 Pinochle Cards...... Small Classroom TUESDAY 1:30 Tai Chi Exercise...... East Side Gym 10:00 Mens Exercise Class...... West Side Gym 7:00 Coffee Corner...... Auditorium 1:30 Scrapbooking Class...... Kitchen 12:00 Library...... Library 8:00 Ladies Exercise Class...... East Side Gym 2:30 Tai Chi Exercise...... East Side Gym 1:00 Mahjongg Game...... Small Classroom 8:30 Exercise Class...... West Side Gym 6:30 Contract Bridge Cards...... Large Card Room 1:00 Chess Game...... Rainbow Room 9:00 Jewelry Making...... Lapidary 6:30 Ladies QueT Billiards...... Billiards Room 6:30 Contract Bridge Cards...... Large Card Room 9:00 Computer Club Help...... Computer Room 6:30 Hand & Foot Canasta...... Small Classroom 9:00 Caring and Sharing...... Crafts Room THURSDAY 9:00 Water Exercise Class...... East Side Pool 7:00 Coffee Corner...... Auditorium SATURDAY 9:00 Slimnastics Exercise...... East Side Gym 8:00 Ladies Exercise Class...... East Side Gym 8:30 Line Dancing...... Auditorium 10:00 Aerobics Exercise...... East Side Gym 8:00 Bonesavers Exercise...... Yellow Room 8:30 Computer Club Meeting...... Large Card Room 8:30 Exercise Class...... West Side Gym 10:00 Philosophy Club Meeting...... Veranda 11:30 Duplicate Bridge Cards...... Large Card Room 10:30 Ballroom Dancing Class...... Auditorium 9:00 Computer Club Help...... Computer Room 11:00 Yoga Exercise...... East Side Gym 9:00 Good Neighbors Crafts...... Crafts Room SUNDAY 12:00 Library...... Library 9:00 Knitting Group...... Veranda 2:00 Wii Bowling...... Large Card Room 12:00 Ceramics Crafts...... Crafts Room 9:00 Water Exercise Class...... East Side Pool 1:00 Mens 9-ball Tournament...... Billiards Room 9:00 Slimnastics Exercise...... East Side Gym 1:00 Canasta Game...... Small Classroom 10:00 Aerobics Exercise...... East Side Gym ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 51

COFFEE CORNER Coffee and donuts are served from 7 to 10 a.m. every weekday morning in the East Activity Center auditorium. Page 52 / August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS English gardener has something new: an herb garden Has everyone noticed the beautiful entrance to our building? Our English gardener, Derek Buggey, has shown us his magic again. This time he has had a number of neighbors assisting him with planting, donations of beautiful flowers and even some special garden elements including an angel reading a book. I believe we are probably one of the first buildings at On Top of the World to have an herb garden for our residents. They are potted and arranged under our main stairwell, and even scissors are on site so we can all snip whatever we need to add to our dinner recipes. This was an idea of Freida Spinelli’s, and again Derek assisted in the adventure with the help of Jamye and Barr Noble, along with donations of herb plants from a number of other residents. We have tarragon, a couple different varieties of basil, oregano, rosemary, parsley, chives and even chocolate mint (which smells heavenly). I’m personally planning on having a snippet of that chocolate mint in my next cup of tea! Top photo: The lovely entrance to the Thank you to all of our residents Avalon Building, courtesy of Derek who provided their labor of love, Buggey. At right: Derek tends to the new donations and good cheer to make this herb garden he created recently for use such a beautiful place to live. by building residents. ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 53 Page 54 / August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 55 One Panama excursion was not enough for this traveler Thirteen happy residents attended coffee farms, so I opted for a tour of a building meeting hosted by Dan and a coffee farm. Claudia Bernstein. Who has the next On the way back home to the U.S. luncheon? Just add to the sheet on I flew from the west end of Panama the bulletin board. to Costa Rica and spent a couple of While it was a year and a half in days in San Jose, the capital. I stayed at the making, the result was worth the a great B&B there, three meals as well wait for John Scarpa, whose condo was as a room. I got a nice tour of the city, damaged in a fire. He is very happy to and my tour guide and I had lunch at the be back in his lovely unit. restaurant at the National Theater, very Another trip to Panama for Laurie elegant (see photo lower left).” Cole. She reports: “I went back to The Panama National Theater was one of the places Rural French resident Laurie Cole In other building news, every June, Panama, to see more of this country lunched at during her recent trip to Panama. Dodie Alfred meets with her life-long (I toured the city and the Canal on my friend on Treasure Island where her last trip). The first few days in Panama “I stayed at a hostel with a dock- figured out where some dolphins were. like platform built out over the water. Apparently this stirred the dolphins up, friend, Gloria, has a time share. City itself, I stayed in a nice little B&B, They spend a whole week pleasant but reasonably priced, with a “I took Spanish lessons at the because suddenly, about six dolphins Habla Ya Language School in town leaped together, straight up out of the reminiscing about their “growing very nice staff, but believe it or not, no up” years. It all began when Dodie’s place to eat easily accessible! every weekday. water! It was amazing. “On Saturday it was time for “Then, after lunch at a Tiki-bar- family moved to the house next “Panama City is not a walkable door to Gloria. city, so they advise you to take taxis a boat trip, to see the sights. The type restaurant, we headed to a desert They were friends all through to the Mall to eat. They are building other passengers were about eight island beach. It really was heavenly. a Metro (subway) in Panama City, and young couples from Europe and “I then headed to Boquete, a small school into adulthood, where they are supposed to have it completed by South America. Most of them spoke mountain town in western Panama, were the Maid of Honor at each next year. fluent English. which is actually located in the crater of others’ weddings. “Next, I flew to Bocas Del Toro. “There was a tarp over us, but an ancient volcano. It’s called Boquete After marrying, they enjoyed This is a simple little beach/surfing when you are zooming along in a (like bouquet) because magnificent camping trips with their families. Their town on an island in the Caribbean. To downpour, the water just streams all flowers grow in the volcanic soil. friendship has been very special. describe how simple, I wanted to pick over you, we were all drenched within My hostel there was quite lovely, They spent the week walking up a disposable camera, to take some minutes. First, we went to the dolphin with a big patio area and a stream the beach and recalling happy pictures and I couldn’t find one in the bay, maybe 15 minutes speeding across running through. times together. town! The little mom and pop stores the water, and saw another tour boat “For seeing the area, Boquete See you next time — be good, just had the basics. that kept circling where they had has rock climbing, river rafting, and be happy and be well… Building meeting emphasizes security Hello from Rila Renaissance. Last they will remove it and charge you $100. month, I reported that the Hinrichs It you do not have an inspection and it were from Ohio instead of Iowa. Sorry falls and damages the building, you will for the wrong information. be responsible for the repair costs. August is one of the last months “As stated in the July OTOW of summer. Our Activity Centers newspaper, the general meeting have many outdoor sports and trips discussed about not providing a crime going on. If you wish to stay cool, of opportunity. Lock your vehicles, there are many more indoor groups your windows and doors. Always and activities where you can keep remain alert and notify the Pinellas cool. It is a fun way to meet neighbors County Sheriff’s Office with suspicious and make new friends. The pools are activity. It is important to provide facts always great to exercise or just wade in. and not rumors, so document all facts Take advantage! and incidents. This is meant for all our Also, call a neighbor, go to lunch when our Snowbird friends and safety. We need to work together to or a movie, or walk in the cool mall. neighbors slowly start to return and keep our community safe and happy.” I find it so enjoyable to stop in the the new shows start. As I request each month, I need middle of the mall to watch the children Here is news from the building news from our neighbors. It could be skating and having fun or the adults captain, Gerri Jaeger: a funny experience, a great and unique gliding so gracefully around. It is “I attended the Association trip, a new birth a special anniversary important to check on your very elderly meeting and very important items were or birthday. If your neighbor is doing neighbors who cannot get around. discussed especially about the condos a special project, I would like to Make sure they are doing well in the with awnings. If your awnings are old, write about it. heat and if they need a hand. you need to call On Top of the World We hope all our neighbors have a We all look forward to September to have them inspected. If it is faulty, great Labor Day weekend celebration. Page 56 / August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS

This lovely “Hugs & Kisses” bracelet was designed by Yoshimitsu resident Jill Urquhart. Creative, well-known jewelry designer calls OTOW home

Take a look at the photo above of a beautiful “Hugs & Kisses” bracelet designed by Jill Urquhart. Jill used only Czech glass and seed beads. You can weave this bracelet to be as casual or sophisticated as you like, depending on the beads and combinations you choose. The bracelet’s Xs and Os blend together with a few easily-mastered techniques, and the matching earrings come together in a minute. Jill is a jewelry designer and teacher who lives in our building with her husband, Harry. She has a degree in clothing, textiles and design and has always been in love with texture and color. Beading was a natural transition for Jill after her early retirement, new marriage and relocation to Florida in 1997. She started a beading group and began a career that has spanned more than 14 years. Jill’s best advice is to experiment with color and texture. She suggests finding a colorful picture that appeals Jewelry designer and resident Jill Urquhart. to you and use those colors in a design. Use a variety of beads, seeds, sizes and Jill says to embrace the possibilities of bead weaving techniques in a project this simple weave. to create texture. We extend congratulations to Jill Check out the July, 2013, issue of for the honor of having her design “Bead Style Magazine” for directions published and sharing this beautiful on making the “Hugs & Kisses” bracelet with the beading world as well bracelet and matching earrings. as our community. ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 57 Many took summertime trips up North Nationally, it is during the month Pennsylvania recently to visit kith and of May that we set a special time to kin in my hometown of Latrobe. It had send cards, flowers and/or gifts to our been several years since I have been mothers to convey our deep love and able to visit in that part of the state as affection that we have for them. This I usually go north in the winter for an year, in our building, it came to me that annual family get-together. It was great there were a number of children who to see green grass and foliage instead came to visit and to have happy times of snow and ice. with their dear “Mom.” As ever, I urge you to check the Reta and Gene Carney’s daughter bulletin boards for any important news Donnita came from Arkansas to camp that might be to your advantage to read at Fort De Soto Park. Reta joined the and know about. Waterspout group and spent some happy times with her and also her favorite niece Michelle. luckily stayed Michelle was able to visit under the oaks as to enjoy some of Jan’s special cake. for a very short visit. Ralph Wells, a mainstay of we Jan Guyton’s daughter Pam arrived “tree people,” saw to it that an elaborate away from us early in June from St. Louis to spend an cake was provided to celebrate the Monday, July 8, around 6 p.m., indefinite time with her. She no sooner auspicious occasion and, of course, got settled in then her daughter Kathy there was a deluge of cards wishing the sky in the east was turning dark Jan much happiness and many more with a lot of lightning. Instantly a and two young children came for a week of hugs and kisses, fun, and games with years to come. very large gray funnel cloud formed Gin Upton’s daughter Gloria is over the city of Oldsmar. It was like aunts and uncles who live in the area as well as great-grandma Jan. expected to be here from Texas as you a picture out of a horror movie. Pat Volheim’s daughter Sarah was read this bit of news. Oldsmar was lucky the here from Indiana for a week’s visit. The Judy Boley flew to Michigan to damage was light. I have lived in highlight of her stay was a trip to Weeki make her annual visit with her son the Clearwater area since the ‘50s Wachee for boating and snorkeling. Mark and granddaughters Gwen and and never saw anything like it. Dorothy Hartnaugle’s namesake Jennifer. She enjoyed morning coffee We at On Top of the World are makes an annual visit to celebrate her on the veranda and very pleasant sailing truly blessed. birthday which happens to occur on the on Lake Michigan in Mark’s pontoon The ladies and men’s luncheon same date as that of Jan Guyton. The boat before she returned to On Top of the World. for July was canceled for lack two Dorothies took advantage of their I made a trip to western of interest. time together to shop and dine as well Our July dinner is scheduled for July 17 at Hellas in Tarpon Springs. This will be reported on in our next issue. Check the bulletin board for the time and date of our August ice cream social in the Sunrise Room. Mama sez: We could learn a lot from Crayons. Some are sharp, some are pretty, and some are dull. Some have weird names, and all are different colors. But they all have to live in the same box.

Attention Dog Walkers When picking up after your dog, do not throw plastic bags down the storm drains. This is against the law. Be sure to always clean up while walking your dog. Page 58 / August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS Annual Maine windjammer festival draws large crowd “August — summer’s tail end.” Happy Birthday to all you celebrating birthdays or anniversaries this month. I shall eat cake in your honor! Rosalie Borselli has been on the go again. May was spent again in sunny Italy, visiting family and sightseeing. Rosalie went along with my daughter Laura and her husband Michael, and three other couples. It was a good chance to tag along, Rosalie said, “in case they needed an interpreter” (some excuse!). Before returning to Clearwater, Wisconsin to be near family. We all shall she stayed in Jacksonville to visit with miss her smiling face and contagious daughter Anita, who came in from the laugh, especially the golfers…. Also we said farewell to John Panhandle, and all the grandchildren The schooner Bowdoin sails past Burnt island Light in Boothbay Harbor, Maine, during and great-grandchildren. and MaryJo Newman in May. We shall Windjammer Days. The ship was built in Boothbay in 1921. (Photo by Mike Leonard) July found her again on the go. miss them also and do wish them Jacksonville for a baptism and also all the best. ship. This sturdy little 88-foot ship looking bright and chipper these days. a bridal shower… for her grandson, Viennese Villa is the stage and we was built in Hodgton’s yard in East Still want to bottle her secret… who’s getting married in October. I’m are the ever-changing cast of players. Boothbay in 1921 and has made some Okay — that’s all the news fit to pooped just writing all that! Welcome I mentioned being in Maine. 26 voyages to the Arctic. Her bow is print from this corner of On Top of home Rosalie. We were there for Windjammer Days made of two-foot-thick Maine oak in the World. If you have anything for the Connie, Chris, Minnie, Loretta and in Boothbay Harbor, which is always order to plow through the ice. September column, remember fresca@ Rosalie took Maggie Whitaker to First fun. Many large windjammers join in You can Google “windjammer maine.rr.com is my email. Watch for a nice farewell luncheon. I the festivities. A crowd favorite is the Bowdoin” to get much more information Hint of the month: Extra coffee/ missed it, being in Maine at the time, schooner Bowdoin, which was Admiral on the ship and Boothbay’s annual tea/wine… freeze in cube tray for iced but was there in spirit. McMillan’s Arctic ship. It is now the Windjammer Days. coffee, tea or cooking. Put in ziplock Maggie has now moved to Maine Maritime Academy’s training It’s good to see Elaine Power bags if your freezer is frost-free. ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 59

• This facility is exclusively for • Pool will be closed during OTOW unit owners with a valid inclement weather. OTOW recreation card, for guests • Walkways to the gates must be of unit owners accompanying kept clear at all times. residents with a valid recreation • Use of these facilities is at a card, or for renters with a valid resident’s or guest’s own risk. recreation card. • Guests under the age of 15 may • Please show your valid recreation use the facility from 12–4 p.m., card upon the SCA staff’s seven days a week. request. • Guests under age 18 must be • Unauthorized persons will be accompanied by an adult at asked to leave. all times. • Swim at your own risk • Children under age 2 must • There is no lifeguard on duty. wear a “swim diaper.” • Oils, sun block, and body • Please take all children for lotions must be showered frequent potty breaks. o f f b e f o r e e n t e r i n g • Pools are closed when gates the pool. are locked. Page 60 / August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS Summer visits to some great ballparks Hope that everyone had a happy Fourth of July — happy birthday to our great country! I was fortunate enough to go to the Island Way area and watch the Clearwater city fireworks display. It was beautiful. Hopefully everyone got to see a great fireworks show and there were no malfunctions that resulted in injuries. It is time for everyone to be taking Kudos to advantage of the pool that is located in our backyard. The water is just right and our editor for the sun is warm between rainfalls. I have had a few complaints about Recently Jay Leno had the following residents dropping off furniture in observation: “A defensive coordinator splendid photo our trash room. Remember that it is in the NFL now means a lawyer.” Do you remember seeing a trash room and only for daily trash, Bob Rittner (see photo) and his the full page spread of the not discarded furniture. Residents are son recently took their annual ballpark Each summer, resident Bob Rittner and his Malagueña Building in the July issue responsible for disposal of unwanted trip north to visit baseball stadiums. A son tour ballparks around the U.S. Among visit to Pittsburg and to Cleveland was the cities visited this year were Pittsburg and of the OTOW News? It was on TVs, fans, cabinets etc., and should Cleveland. (Photo by Howard Bergendahl) pages 52 and 53. call the proper companies for this quite enjoyable and according to Bob Take a look at Cele Radeloff ’s type of removal. the stadiums are beautiful. The games am still trying to figure out exactly Siboney Building column on page The water hose on the south were also enjoyable as was the various what that means… 43 of this issue to understand the side of the building has a new hose attractions in these areas, including the An e-mail that I received said, complicated process that our editor, connection, replacing the leaking one, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. “OMG I have finally discovered what Doug Kates, had to go through to thanks to resident Jim Anzalone. Also, Someone said to me, “People who is wrong with my brain. On the left side acquire and process the photo. the walkway repair to the outside say that only sunshine brings happiness there is nothing right and on the right second floor area is progressing. have never danced in the rain.” I side there is nothing left.”

OTOW “BOX OFFICE” WEB SITE: www.ontopoftheworldnews.com/EACBoxOffice/pages/boxofficehome.php ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 61

THE OTOW BUS COMES DIRECTLY TO YOU! For reservations, call 799-3417, then press #7 of the voice menu. Seating is limited. Make reservations Guidelines for Riding the Bus 24 hours in advance. • The OTOW bus service is for the unsafe distractions to the driver, you will Reservations for transportation to and from the East exclusive use of OTOW residents with a not be permitted on the bus. and West Activity Centers will be accepted following valid recreation card. • Shopping time is 90 minutes and begins the schedules listed below. • This service is provided to our residents at the first drop off. at no charge. • Due to limited seating, we cannot accept Tuesday Morning Specials Thursday Morning • Thank you, but the driver is prohibited multi-day reservations. See Posting in Bus Publix (Sunset & Belcher) from accepting tips. • Reservations are first come, first served, Paradise/West Side...... 9 to 9:20 a.m. Paradise/West Side...... 8 to 8:20 a.m. • The bus driver picks up passengers with and may only be made 24 hours in East Side...... 9:25 to 9:45 a.m. East Side...... 8:25 to 8:45 a.m. reservations only. advance. • The reservation phone number is for Tuesday Afternoon Thursday Afternoon • You must be able to transfer on your own seat reservations only. Please leave your K-Mart & Countryside Mall Publix (Sunset & Belcher) to ride the bus. name, trip request, building and unit Paradise/West Side.12:30 to 12:50 p.m. Paradise/West Side.....11 to 11:20 a.m. • Medical devices may be restricted due number, and phone number. East Side...... 12:55 to 1:15 p.m. East Side...... 11:25 to 11:45 a.m. to passenger load. • If you live on the second floor of a Wednesday Morning Friday Morning • Eating and drinking on the bus two-story building, or if your building’s Publix (Sunset & Belcher) Super Walmart is prohibited. elevator is out of service, the driver will carry your bags to your front door. The Paradise/West Side...... 8 to 8:20 a.m. Paradise/West Side...... 8 to 8:20 a.m. • Shopping bag limits and size restrictions driver is strictly prohibited from entering East Side...... 8:25 to 8:45 a.m. East Side...... 8:25 to 8:45 a.m. are at the driver’s discretion. your unit. • If space allows, residents with current Wednesday Afternoon Friday Afternoon • The SCA staff takes their directions recreation cards may catch a one-way from SCA management. Please refer Publix (Sunset & Belcher) Super Walmart ride home on the bus. Paradise/West Side.....11 to 11:20 a.m. Paradise/West Side.....11 to 11:20 a.m. all questions and concerns to the East Side...... 11:25 to 11:45 a.m. East Side...... 11:25 to 11:45 a.m. • If you create a safety hazard or cause Service Department. Page 62 / August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS After decorating unit by long CLASSIFIED ADS This Classified section is a service to the OTOW community. There is distance, it’s time to move in no charge to residents for this service. Items must be priced under $500 and Our nation’s birthday party closed copy must be 20 words or less including phone number (or four column lines). with a really big BOOM! Seems the Submitter’s name and building name must be included, but will not be published. weather gave us a break at just the If the submitters’s name and building is not included with the ad, it will not right time to allow the fireworks show be accepted for publication. to be presented in all its splendor of Please note: We do not accept ads for automobiles, firearms, yard/building spectacular showers of colored lights, sales, apartments for sale or rent, or employment. Ads must be placed in the with dog-frightening sounds. boxes marked OTOW News in the East and West Activity Centers or dropped off It was great being able to display our American flags for a few days. at the newspaper office. We cannot accept ads over the phone. Ad deadline is the Happy Birthday, America! 15th of the month preceding publication date. Ads received late will be placed in Sy returned from Alabama with the next available issue. Only one (1) ad per person per month will be accepted. the news that her granddaughter is now FOR SALE a state champion gymnast. I have been Lantern-like outdoor light fixture $7; Photo tripod, heavy all-steel $25 OBO; waiting for Sy to show me some of the CD/cassette AM/FM player $8; indoor new canvas travel carrier for dog or cat, moves she learned, but nothing yet — stepladder $8. 799-7887 14" long $10 OBO. 791-1264 more on this later. Knitting needles, yarn supplies; paperback Free: A full box of sheet music and updated Our building Captain, Frank books; set of frosted glass dishes; 2-seat patio music books. 470-9746 DeSantis has returned from his trip up glider. 669-6821 North to Worchester, Mass. He visited Three wall plaques $5; floor sweeper $3; set Large suitcase, navy, like new $10; new golf of 3 frying pans $5; antique white desk $5; with his mother and with his kids. All umbrellas $10 ea.; ladies red hat $4; ladies golf table lamps $5. 799-3086 are doing great! It feels good to spend shoes, white, size 6-½ $10. 796-7890 Croscill comforter set, king size, complete Wolfgang Puck food processor $60; Hamilton- time with family in this fast-moving with shams, bed skirt, 5 decorator pillows Beach blender $15; original 12-piece Avon modern world. $175. 480-9456 I had the delightful experience of white porcelain nativity with wooden crèche $250. 796-8447 interviewing two folks coming to live in our building. They are Jeff and Dyanne Dog potty trainer 18" x 12" for small dog $15; WANTED framed picture of garden scene with water Dulmes, recently from Mesa, Ariz. Bedroom set for spare bedroom, without fountain 41" x 32" $45; two-wheel walker $12; mattress. 559-1076 Actually, Dyanne is the daughter mini-greenhouse, never used $30. 692-7028 3-, 5-, or 7-speed men’s bike. 674-1733 of John and Bettie Warner. Dyanne Golf cart $15; golf bag $10; set of left-hand was pretty much raised in Florida. golf clubs w/bag $30; Bosch jigsaw $30; Driver wanted for shopping and doctor They have owned a unit in our building tire pump $3. 669-0711 appointments. 791-7610 for many years and Dyanne has been Six-piece bedroom set: headboard, nightstand, Rent or borrow a Brothers Word Processor redecorating it by long distance. She has Azores newcomer Jeff Dulmes who, along 2 dressers, corner dresser, shelf, $350; long enough to print out several items from with his wife Dyanne, recently relocated to done a striking job — the coral wall as matching desk, chair, mirror $125; dining room a disc. 796-3983 OTOW from Mesa, Ariz. table with 6 chairs, extra leaf $250. 724-9664 you enter really takes your breath away. Good job! I’ve about given up on our whack- Jeff (see photo) was a store a-ballers. I understand they have been manager for J.C. Penny & Co. for playing submarine golf for the last few 45 years. Jeff says it will take time to weeks, but have put nothing in my box adjust to retirement and our cooler in the way of news. weather, but he is sure he will manage Soon I’ll be including a list of the transition. important dates for meetings and social Jeff admits to playing a little poker events; right now we need to find a now and then, so I’m hoping he will be volunteer to take on the job of building able to join our Tuesday evening poker treasurer. Don’t be shy, step right up group. Be sure to give Jeff and Dyanne and volunteer. Contact Frank, Doris or a big welcome. myself if you are interested. ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS August 2013 / Page 63 Page 64 / August 2013 ON TOP OF THE WORLD NEWS