Top 10 to Compete at 'The World Has Talent' Jim Thorpe South

® Vol. 28, No. 11 May 2015 | Section A Where the news is always good! Our WORLD

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By Kenneth D. Colen Publisher

Managing for Water Conservation April brought much needed rain to give us a push into what is this part of Florida’s dry season of May and into June. We know this puts stress on lawns, but we are allowed twice per week watering via ordinance 08-09, and inter-local agreement with the St. Johns River Water Man- agement District (SJRWMD), the South- west Florida water Management District and Marion County. For those homeowners with So- larSyncTM irrigation controllers, there is really nothing to do in terms of resetting your run times. The intelligent program in these devices sets watering times for optimal irrigation efficiency. This saves you money in the long run and benefits your lawn and landscape as well. We have actually tested this product and found that the water savings can be as high as 30%. TM The SolarSync takes in data collected Photo by Ray Cech throughout the day and captures the in- The “Jim Thorpers” on the right are Al and Sandy Yeakel who started it all. formation to determine an evapotrans- piration (Et) value for your local climate. lagher and his wife, Kathleen, a parale- The information is sent to the controller gal; registered nurse Peg Shanfelt; police each day at midnight where it has the past Jim Thorpe South chief Ron Gallagher; state trooper Tom three days data collected and determines By Ray Cech Romanisko and his wife, Judy, a teacher the proper value to adjust your irrigation World News Writer and cheerleading coach. Ginny Smith has timer. The end result is an irrigation run a Ph.D. and was a school principal. Her Jim Thorpe was an Olympian, a foot- been seeing a steady decline in popula- time that is determined on the climatic husband, Jim, is retired from the police ball sensation and a national hero who tion since the 1970s. Could On Top of the conditions of your local climate and re- force; Carole Watts was a flight attendant even had a town named after him. But this World have anything to do with this? Well, sulting water savings. and Terry Watts a naval dentist. Rounding story isn’t about Mr. Thorpe, it’s about a it does! For all other conventional systems, it is out these divergent life experiences from migration. In 2001, Sandy and Al Yeakel left Jim a good time to review basic water conser- Jim Thorpe is Marie Turnbach, a retired The town of Jim Thorpe is nestled in Thorpe and settled in Friendship Village. vation measures that will save you money army nurse (who served in the Battle of the Pocono Mountains in eastern Pennsyl- Then one day they spotted a house for sale and preserve your landscaping: the Bulge). vania. It’s a town of less than 5,000 people, and called up old friends and neighbors • Set your irrigation clock to water What do they love about On Top of and before it took the name Jim Thorpe in Dennis and Kathleen Gallagher in Jim on the right day, at the right time, the World? Either they’ve been spending 1953 it was known as Mauch Chunk (in Thorpe, who bought the house instantly. and for the time it takes to put out too much time together rehearsing this the language of the Delaware people). And, of course, wouldn’t you know they no more than three-quarters inch question, or they all really feel the same You might think of this Pennsylvania invited their friends down, and those of water on the lawn. (Watering way. They’ll tell you: “This is like resort area as coal mining country, but in 2009 friends invited their friends, and before frequency is determined by the living; it’s safe and quiet, there are restau- “Budget Travel” magazine awarded Jim you knew it friends kept coming. And, SJRWMD and watering times are rants and shopping nearby, the weather Thorpe a top-ten spot as one of “America’s so the story goes. On Top of the World determined by the Bay Laurel Cen- is fantastic, the amenities are spectacular Coolest Small Towns.” It boasts some of can now count 32 Jim Thorpers who own ter CDD. For more information and, of course, everybody is just so darned the best whitewater rafting, mountain homes in our community. on the proper watering schedule friendly.” biking, and hiking, as well as nearby ski This cross section of folks from Jim and home maintenance calendar, And that’s the story of “Jim Thorpe slopes. Generally, it’s a nice place to live Thorpe who now call On Top of the please go to www.otowinfo.com.) South.” • Take advantage of the water audit and play. World home is a kaleidoscope of career service provided through the Cus- But this “cool” town of Jim Thorpe has experiences – there’s Mayor Dennis Gal- tomer Service department. • Do not wash down your driveway The auditions for the sixth annual “The with a hose. World Has Talent” show took place on • Spray heads and rotor heads have Top 10 to Compete at Tuesday, Feb. 10 at Circle Square Cul- different precipitation rates. Ro- tural Center with a large group of talented tors have an application rate of seniors vying for one of the 10 spots to about an inch per hour. Com- ‘The World Has Talent’ perform at the show on Saturday, May 2. pared to sprays, they require more By Bob Woods The first place performer will be awarded run time to achieve half to three- World News Writer $500! Second place will receive $250 and quarters inch per application but third place will receive $150. require fewer heads to cover a The auditions were open to all amateur larger area. Sprays put out about performers (55 and over) as individu- two inches per hour but require als, duets or groups whose talents ranged many heads to cover a smaller from dancing, singing, comedy, storytell- area. Spray heads are typically ing and much more. The auditions were used in areas smaller than 20 feet open to residents and people from all over in radius where rotors would over Ocala and surrounding counties. spray onto areas that do not need The panel of judges consisted of Rus irrigation. Adams, Mid-Florida Physical Therapy; April and May are also the time that Dean Blinkhorn, Ocala’s Good Life Mag- the management company fertilizes the azine; Mary Britt, Ocala Civic Theatre; common areas of the community as well Bill Barr, Q92.9 WMFG; Rosey Moreno- as the lawn areas of homes under its man- Jones, Kids Central; Ann Spang, Florida agement. Consistent with recent local or- Institute for Human & Machine Cogni- dinances and industry best management tion; and Dave Schlenker, Ocala Star- standards, the management company ap- Banner. plies a slow release fertilizer that carries Each contestant was judged in four cat- the turf areas for 100 days or more. The egories: stage presence, communication, benefit of this practice is a much lower originality, and talent. Each contestant chance of unintended contamination of was allowed a maximum of five minutes to ground water with nitrates, a component audition. in all fertilizers (and hot dogs), because of Twenty-two seniors auditioned in front a sudden flush of nitrogen release. of the panel of judges and audience. There Residents of Candler Hills and Indigo were many singers, with and without mu- East are encouraged to also use slow re- sical instruments, two large dance groups, lease fertilizers, as well as follow best a piano player, storyteller, comedian/ management practices for turf care. More singer, and a surprise appearance from last specific information can be found online year’s show winner, Floyd Gibson. Partici- through the Marion County Extension pants came from the local area, The Villag- Service at http://hort.ifas.ufl.edu/your- es, Leesburg, Clermont, and Gainesville. floridalawn. The top 10 performers to compete on It is the efforts of many residents act- Saturday, May 2, at 7 p.m., are as follows: ing as good neighbors and taking pride in • Anne Cit • Mike Coker Continued on Page 4  • Dynamite Stompers • Gussie Fequiere • Mike Hill INDEX • Tony Machicote Our World 1A-12A • Ronald Mezzano Lifestyle 13B-20B • Mike Mignano Club Meetings 14B • Sindy O’Brien Comunity Bus Schedule 19B Community Events 19B • Larry Rivellese Recreation 21C-32C This promises to be a great show. Don’t Arbor Club Pool Schedule 28C miss it! Buy your tickets now at www.CS- Fitness Schedule 29C Photo by Bob Woods CulturalCenter.com or by calling (352) Arts & Entertainment 33D-40D Floyd Gibson was the 2014 winner of “The World Has 387-7584, from 11 a.m to 2 p.m., Monday Classifieds 39D Talent” show. through Saturday. 2A The World News May 2015

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are just plain weird and do you edit ques- lives in (a Midwestern state). We are not how devastating life can be for a man or Is It Legal? tions before you print them? married and we are not blood relatives. a woman whose spouse can no longer A. You don’t know the half of it when Can I name my friend as the personal rep- function in any meaningful way and must By Gerald Colen it comes to weird questions. And as for resentative on my will even though the now reside in a nursing home. Try putting editing questions before I put them in my friend does not live here? someone you love in a nursing home and column, yes, I do that from time to time. A. There are certain persons who are see what the emotional strain can do. Hav- I edit for spelling and for grammar and to qualified to be a personal representative of ing a companionship is necessary just to (727) 545-8114 make a question “flow” better. However, I a will. Basically, these are Florida residents get through the days and nights. And yes, [email protected] try always to maintain the context of the over 18 and not convicted felons; blood I do understand that a loving child cannot question. I also edit any mention of where relations whether Florida residents or not just pick up and move here from another SCAM ALERT: The certified copy of someone lives and by that I mean that if and certain financial establishments that state and take care of a parent. That, how- deed scam is still with us. This is a scam someone writes me a question about a are authorized to do business in Florida. ever, does not change my thinking. My where someone who has just purchased a child who lives in, say, New Jersey, I’ll edit So if your friend does not fall into one of motto is “judge not!” property receives a letter from some com- out the name of the state. I do not print these categories it is likely that he/she will Q. I am a widow and would like to pany and the letter basically tries to sell any questions that contain cuss words. not qualify to be your personal representa- find a male companion but am fearful of the recipient a certified copy of a deed or I do not print any questions that are de- tive in Florida. Interestingly, though, that going onto the Internet. I understand that maybe just a copy that’s not certified. meaning to any person or to any particular person could be named in your durable it can be very dangerous. Please don’t sug- No one ever needs a certified copy political, religious or philosophical view. power of attorney, health care designation gest any religious institution, as I am spiri- of their deed. No exceptions. You don’t I get questions for this column in dif- and even in a trust should you have one. tual but do not belong to any established even need a copy because you’ll have the ferent ways: mail, e-mail, in-person or by It’s just the way Florida law is designed. group. What about some of the compa- original. Please pass this on to neighbors coming upon a question that I think will Q. My father has severe Alzheimer’s nies I’ve seen advertised on TV? especially those who’ve just purchased be of interest to my readers. I sincerely and is in a nursing home. My mother has A. I think there are many ways to meet a property and since this appears to be a welcome your questions. I never keep a been visiting him often but not every day. someone that do not require you to go multi-state scam, if you know someone question once it is used. If it’s by letter, I Apparently, she met a man either from the into Internet chat rooms or search online. from another place or state that’s just toss away the letter. If it’s by e-mail, I de- nursing home or from where she lives and I understand that the companies that ad- purchased a property, tell them to be on lete the e-mail under the “delete forever” they’ve been “seeing each other.” I think vertise on TV don’t really produce good the lookout for the certified copy of deed format. It’s a simple matter of privacy. I this is terribly wrong and would like to results. You don’t need to be a member scam. know we don’t have very much privacy see this in your column. I would come to of a religious institution either. There are Q. Do you get a lot of questions that but what we have I sincerely respect. Florida if I could, but I work and have my clubs or organizations that need volun- Q. I live in Florida and my best friend own family to care for. teers. There are organizations that do not A. Here it is but if you think I am go- need persons to volunteer or work but are ing to agree with you, you’ve got another worthwhile places to meet others with “think” coming. For one thing, your moth- similar interests. You can’t be lazy and er didn’t ask me for my opinion so I don’t truth be told I have it in mind that going intend to give it out. For another, I know online to find someone is lazy. Gerald R. Colen is an attorney and member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and the Academy of Florida Elder Attorneys. He concentrates his practice of law in the areas of elder law, wills, trusts, probate, real estate and title insurance, asset protec- tion planning, business law and simple and complex estate planning. This column is not intended to provide legal advice. You should always consult your own attorney for such advice. Mr. Colen is available for conferences; please call (727) 545-8114 or e-mail jerry@ gcolen.com. 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Thank you! • Check in with the trusted neigh- [email protected] World Communities, Inc., are irrigated Circle Square Cultural bor or friend while you are gone. with a low volume or drip irrigation sys- • Turn off the electric to the hot wa- TM Center Solar Sync tem. Residents have an advantage when ir- ter heater (but not the gas). The Solar SyncTM is a water savings de- rigating their lawn because of the system’s On Saturday, May 2, the sixth annual • Make sure a professional prop- vice that has been installed on homes built efficiency. “The World Has Talent” show will once erly services the air conditioner at On Top of the World since 2009. We Drip irrigation systems apply the wa- again showcase the talent of contestants before departing. This includes a have tested this product and found that ter directly to the root ball of the plants from Marion County. It’s hard to believe drain line flush. Drain line flush- the water savings can be as high as 30%. decreasing water loss to evaporation and that this will be the sixth year. New this ing should be done at least twice a Recently, I was questioned about possibly wind throw. Low volume irrigation ap- year, we also opened up participation year to prevent condensate flood- disabling the device. Please read the infor- plies the water closer to the ground within to those talented 55+ individuals from ing your home. Air filters require mation below so that you can see why this a smaller diameter than conventional ir- neighboring counties. You won’t want to monthly attention and can be is not a good idea. rigation. Watering times for landscape miss this show! changed by the owner. TM plants should be no more than one hour Then on Saturday, May 9, the Rockin’ • Leave the thermostat set between The Solar Sync takes in data col- ° ° lected throughout the day and captures but no fewer than 20 minutes. If you ‘60s Party with Paul Revere’s Raiders fea- 78 F to 80 F, this helps regulate the information to determine an evapo- have installed plant material that is not turing Mitch Ryder will take the stage. I humidity in the home and prevent transpiration (Et) value for your local drought tolerant, hand watering may be can’t think of a better way to kick off the the occurrence of mold or mildew. climate. The information is sent to the needed. Prioritize your water use and wa- summer than with some great rock and • If you plan on being gone for sev- controller each day at midnight where it ter stressed plants only or areas that are roll! For tickets and information, go to eral months, you may wish to has the past three days of data collected highly visible. www.CSCulturalCenter.com. consult an air conditioning profes- and determines the proper value to adjust Grass is typically the first thing in your The June through December 2015 en- sional about adding a humidistat your irrigation timer. yard to show signs of stress. Train your tertainment line-up is now available (see to ensure optimal humidity levels The end result is an irrigation run time lawn to grow a deep, extensive root system page 20)! On Top of the World and Stone in the home. that is determined on the climatic con- by deep, infrequent watering. When wa- Creek residents may begin purchasing • Make sure your homeowner’s in- ditions of your local climate and result- tering your lawn, apply half to three-quar- their tickets at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 4. surance policy is current and cov- ing water savings. By disabling the Solar ters of an inch at each application. Water As always, you may purchase your tickets ers both damage from wind, water, SyncTM you will cause the timer to run your lawn only when 30% of the lawn is at the ticket office from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and mold. In most cases, this is based on 100% of the runtime in the sys- starting to show signs of stress and try to Monday through Saturday or online at now an added rider on the policy. tem therefore receiving none of the water stretch the duration between automatic ir- www.CSCulturalCenter.com. If the air conditioning system is not savings benefit. rigation cycles. The Town Square properly maintained by the owner, mold To determine how much water you put Florida is one of a few states that has a Thanks for the great show of support by and mildew can result and become a seri- rain sensor statute. In 2010, Florida Stat- down, use a rain gauge. These are provid- ous problem. Improperly vented dryers ed at the IFAS Ag. Extension office free of participating in the Spring Band Concert ute 373.62 was amended and states “Any on Saturday, April 4. We plan to do simi- (plugged vent duct) may also be a source person who operates an automatic land- charge or you can use a tuna can and mea- of both heat and moisture. Water leaks in sure the water applied. Put the rain gauge lar events four times per year and really go scape irrigation system shall properly in- all out with the entertainment, food and the home may also be a source of mois- stall, maintain, and operate technology in various areas of the yard to determine ture. If you suspect a water leak, contact what the distribution of the irrigation is. other activities. As a reminder, with the that inhibits or interrupts operation of the weather warming up, The Town Square’s Customer Service immediately at (352) system during periods of sufficient mois- Dry or problem areas should be moni- 236-6869 to arrange for a leak detection. tored first to check coverage. If a problem hours are from 7 to 10 p.m. on Friday and ture.” So, not only are you defeating the Saturday – weather permitting. A fast response on leaks can prevent fur- TM is noticed, contact an irrigation contractor purpose of the Solar Sync if you disable Things to Do Before ther damage and save you unnecessary to repair the problem. We have a limited expense. it, but you are also breaking the law. Leaving on an Extended Maintaining Your Landscape number of rain gauges available at Cus- Mold is evidenced by the appearance tomer Service on a first-come, first-serve Trip Checklist of a black, sooty substance on furniture or in the Drier Months basis. The summer season is right around the walls. If you suspect you have mold, it is With watering restrictions already in Mowing height and frequency will also best to contact Customer Service and ar- help with drought stress. Maintaining corner and we know many residents take place, residents have an increased concern extended trips around the country. Expe- range for a visual inspection. There is no with maintaining the landscape plants your lawn at a taller height will allow the charge for this service. grass to develop a stronger root system. rience teaches that added steps need to be and turf during the drier months. The ir- taken before going on that extended trip. Rarely does mold or mildew present a rigation system installed with your home This is because when you mow you are health problem. Usually, the main com- basically creating an injury that the plant Below is a short list of things to do: • Leave a contact number with at plaint is an odor and its unsightly nature. must overcome before it can do anything I mention this because the home repair in- LEAK AUDIT else. The plant expends valuable energy in least two trusted neighbors or friends. dustry is rife with scare tactics and scams, restoring the blades rather than producing causing homeowners to spend thousands If you suspect a water leak, newer and stronger roots. Sharp mower • Update the Association as well with emergency contact informa- of dollars on matters that are generally contact Customer Service blades will also help with drought stress by easily resolved. Use common sense and at (352) 236-6869 to schedule producing cleaner, less ragged cuts. 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We are proudly contracted with a variety of insurances and file all claims with the exception of non-contracted HMO's. Please visit our website for a detailed list of who we are contracted with. Contracted insurances are subject to change. May 2015 The World News 5A Inc., Customer Service office located in ings until next fall. All Around Friendship Commons outside of the main Lifelong If you would like to add some energy ef- Our World gates. We appreciate your cooperation in Learning ficient or safety improvements while your following the rules. guest quarters are empty, look into special By Lynette Vermillion Community Clean-up Day By Margaret Spontak loans for home improvements through the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Our third community clean-up day is program. Attend a workshop on Thursday, scheduled for Tuesday, May 12. During May 14, to learn all the details to find out if (352) 236-OTOW (6869) this time, residents are asked to participate (352) 387-7571 [email protected] [email protected] this can help with your remodeling needs. by making sure their property is in good To take advantage of some of the new order and in compliance with the rules. We have many reasons to celebrate this Getting Ready for Summer upcoming summer computer application The Community Rules and Standards classes for smartphone and tablets, be sure month with the Kentucky Derby, the most may be viewed online at www.otowinfo. famous horse race in the United States, The George Gershwin’s lyrics say it to take some of the introductory classes in com. Once you choose your community, best, “Summertime, and the livin’ is easy.” May for androids and smartphones. which has been referred to as “the run for click on Community Rules and Standards. the roses” and “the greatest two minutes But even though you might be wind- Get a jump on a great line-up of sum- Our goal is to have residents, who ing down from the hectic winter season, mer Learn n Go lectures and trips with in sports” on Saturday, May 2; Cinco de have installed items or made changes to Mayo on Tuesday, May 5; Mother’s Day please consider enrolling in a few Master two May trips to area businesses – Tues- the exterior of their homes without prior the Possibilities classes this May designed day, May 19, to Southern Marble and on Sunday, May 10; and we honor our approval, to take this time to voluntarily Armed Forces on Memorial Day, Monday, to make your summer fun and productive. Thursday, May 28, to R & L Carriers. bring their homes into compliance with Here are just a few great selections to help For details on all of these, call (352) May 25. We also honor and appreciate the current Community Rules and Stan- those who are serving today. you prepare for the summer ahead. 861-9751 or go to www.masterthepossi- dards. May Class Offerings bilities.com. Be sure to stop by Candler Hills Res- Staff will be available to help residents taurant in May for the following: Cinco de who are physically unable to trim owner Want to curl up during the heat of the Summer Schedule Mayo specials on the 5th; Mother’s Day landscape or with removal of items not summer to do some creative writing? At- On Friday, May 15, Master the Pos- buffet luncheon from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in compliance. Residents requiring as- tend Master the Possibilities Creative Sat- sibilities’ new summer catalog comes off on the 10th; and the Love and Marriage sistance are asked to contact 352-236- urday: Focus on Writing on Saturday, May the press with residents receiving it in Game on the 19th. Check out Sandy Cur- OTOW (6869). Lawn furnishings may be 16, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This full day im- the June issue of the World News. Online tis’ column on page 8 for more informa- disposed of in any compactor, or any open mersion workshop has three tracks – Be- registration starts on Friday, May 15, with tion on these and other exciting events top dumpster suitable for such items, lo- ginning Writer’s Workshop, Writing Your printed copies available at the Education happening this month. cated within the community. Please visit Memoir and Finding the Poet Within. The Center. Themed “Discover Florida Like Customer Service www.otowinfo.com for more information price ($50 per resident) includes lunch, a Native,” the new catalog is loaded with Please note that the Customer Service or call 352-236-OTOW (6869). afternoon snacks and all supplies. courses on Florida food, history, govern- office is closed the third Wednesday of Watering Lucy Beebe Tobias, author of numer- ment, science, art and music. ous books on travel, gardening and chil- Come to our summer term kick-off every month from noon to 1 p.m., which May is typically an extremely dry dren’s literature, leads the track for begin- on Thursday, May 21, from 1 to 3 p.m., falls on May 20 this month. Customer month and, as a result, we might start see- ning writers. I will be co-instructing the at Master the Possibilities to get the in- Service may be reached by phone: 352- ing a lot of stressed grass. Residents need poetry workshop with Don Lubov. For- side scoop on new classes and faculty in 236-OTOW (6869); e-mail: otowser- to make sure that they are irrigating prop- mer sport’s writer and author John Pres- the summer catalog and tips for summer [email protected]; or in person by visiting erly. Not applying the proper amount of ton tackles the session on memoirs. learning. Meet some of our faculty and Suite 200, in Friendship Commons. water and not maintaining the irrigation Are you traveling abroad this summer? hear former Congressman and Lt. Gover- Customer Service may be reached by system may have a negative impact, and If you have learned the basics of Spanish nor Buddy MacKay share excerpts from phone Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 stressed grass attracts weeds, disease, and and Italian but need more practice, take his memoir, “How Florida Happened,” p.m., and the office is open Monday – Fri- insects. It is recommended that the ir- advantage of the conversational Spanish from 2 to 3 p.m. MacKay is a Florida na- day from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. rigation system be checked monthly for and Italian classes beginning on Thursday, tive with roots in agriculture and citrus Customer Service will be closed on proper coverage, leaks and head adjust- May 7. These are the last language offer- and a great storyteller. Monday, May 25, in observance of Memo- ment. Your irrigation system should be set rial Day. to water a half to three-quarters of an inch Telephone Directory each watering and for twice per week dur- Last month, I mentioned that the new ing daylight-saving time. community telephone directory was avail- Seasonal Residents able at the Arbor Club and that you could During this time of year, many of our dispose of the old one in one of the single seasonal residents are heading back home stream recycling units located at the waste and will not return until the fall. Our sea- disposal areas throughout the community. sonal residents may want to consider hav- A resident shared another great idea: put ing a neighbor periodically check their ir- the old phone book in your golf cart or car, rigation system while they are away. Power as you never know when you may need a outages can sometimes cause the system resident’s phone number and/or address to revert back to a default watering sched- while away from home or when you may ule. We also ask that neighbors help so help a lost visitor with that information. that homes do not appear vacant by pick- The maps in front of the directory can also ing up any newspapers or flyers that may be helpful when you are out and about. be left at the residence. It also makes the Modifications home and neighborhood look nicer which The Rules and Regulations of each of benefits everyone. the Homeowners Associations require that all building and landscape changes made to the exterior of your home shall be approved by the Architectural Review Board (ARB) prior to commencement. We ask that you complete a modification application and submit it to the ARB and receive approval before you begin any work. Routine modifications normally take seven to 14 business days to be reviewed. Some modifications may take up to 30 days. When applying for a modification, please have the following information available: who will be performing the work, specifications of work being done, site plan if required, etc. Modification requests may be filled out and submitted at the On Top of the World Communities,

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E-mail [email protected] by noon on the 13th of the month. 6A The World News May 2015 End result – April fools! Nov. 25, 1933. It was addressed to Frank- railway post office car. One picture is blue Stamp Club The monthly presentation at the meet- lin D. Roosevelt, President of the United and the other is red. Numerous other cov- ing highlighted some covers/postcards States and was stamped on the back with ers were shown, but space limitations pre- By Joe Rosinski concerning the dedications/commemo- an authentication as being part of FDR’s clude describing them all. rations of openings and closings of post renowned collection at one time. If you have any questions about the offices throughout the country with an Another cover was one that advised club or the hobby, don’t hesitate to e-mail emphasis on the depression years. During of the closing of the post office at Kelsey me at [email protected]. You this period, President Franklin D. Roos- City, Fla. on July 31, 1939 and the open- can also find the e-mail addresses for other The Wednesday, April 1 meeting of evelt, a well-known stamp collector, au- ing of the new post office with the name of club members at ocalagfmstampclub.com, the General Francis Marion Stamp Club thorized the construction of many new Lake Park, Fla. on August 1, 1939 due to our club website. Club dues are only $6 got off to a quick start when Bob Schlegel buildings as a way to stir up some jobs, change in name of the town. per year. presented the front page of a well-known many of which concerned the construc- The last day of railway post office -ser Our celebration luncheon of the stamp collector’s magazine with a head- tion of new post office buildings. vice between New York and Washington, 25th anniversary of the club was held line that read “USPS Stops Sale of Postage One of the covers shown in the presen- D.C. was commemorated on two covers on Wednesday, April 8 at Ocean Buf- Stamps in 2017.” Bob had cleverly over- tation concerned the dedication of a new dated June 30, 1977. One cover was from fet. We had a great turnout of members printed the headline that made it look real. post office building in Jackson, Mich. on TR 3 (Train 3) from New York to Wash- and guests. We’re always looking for new ington and the other is from TR 4 (Train members, so come out and join us. Dur- 4) from Washington to New York. ing the luncheon we were disappointed sion several containers of liquid mercury. Back stamps on each cover show the to hear that Bill Gardner will be leaving Republican Major Bovaird described the effective use receiving cancellation from the opposite us. We’ll miss you. Guests are always wel- Club of communication and resources between city. A cachet on each one shows a pic- come at all of our meetings. county, state and federal agencies. ture of the Empire State Building and the Thanks once again for reading this as By Fred Pulis Florida State Representative Charlie Washington Monument connected by a well as other columns from our club. Stone provided the members with an update on administrative action occurring at the state capitol. Florida budget and tax chips, candy, etc. There is a fee of $3. Marion County Head of the Bureau cuts are areas of most concern in trying Indigo East At the end of the game there will be of Homeland Security and Professional to reach a compromise of a $4 billion dis- prize money for the most wins, losses, Compliance, Major Terry Bovaird, was agreement between the House and Senate By Jean DiPiero buncos, etc. Even if you don’t know how our guest speaker at the April Republican bills. to play there will be someone there who Club meeting. Major Bovaird developed The next meeting of the Republican All residents are invited to play bunco can show you. Come join in the fun and the Marion County Sheriff’s Office -Ter Club on Friday, May 8, will feature the an- at the Indigo East Community Center on meet new people. rorist Intelligence and Counter Terrorism nual all-you-can-eat pizza party. The Papa Tuesday, May 5, at 7 p.m. Please bring a Shirley Hamilton is the coordinator for Units. These two units are responsible for John pizzas, salad, and liquid refreshments drink of your choice, if you wish, along bunco. If you have any questions, please the analysis of terrorism-related activity for only $10 can be purchased by calling with a snack to share. It can be cookies, contact her at [email protected]. and crimes. Also, he developed the Plan- Fred Pulis at (352) 854-9976 or Opal ning Research Unit within the Terrorist Stroud at (352)237-7737. Intelligence Unit to deal with acts of ter- The meeting will be held at the Arbor rorism. Conference Center, Suites E, F, and G He described some of the terrorist re- starting at 6:30 p.m. For more information lated events that have been thwarted in about the Republican Club, please contact Marion County including an arrest of po- Fred Pulis at (352) 854-9976. tential terrorists who had in their posses-

Photo by Mort Meretsky Happy Hour “Rock Star Party” at the Arbor Club on Friday, April 10! May 2015 The World News 7A Spring Band Concert By Bob Woods World News Writer Spring was certainly in the air on Sat- dow sticker containing a price tag of urday, April 4 when the Spring Band $54,900. The Corvettes displayed were a Concert took place at Circle Square Com- special treat to the automobile buffs. mons. Three live bands performed that Live entertainment graced the stage evening with a Corvette show as well. from 5 to 9 p.m. with only two 15-minute Members of the Corvette Club of Mar- intermissions. The ever-popular Norman ion County furnished the Corvettes. The Lee, Kathleen Kane along with Rocky oldest “Vette” was a 1967 turbo-charged & The Rollers, supplied the music. The four-speed red convertible with a 350 dance area at The Town Square was alive horsepower engine. The newest “Vette” with line, pattern, ballroom, and coun- was a current 2015 model. try dancers as all the musical performers One “Vette” getting much attention played a mix of all types of music. was a 1987 C4 Corvette Roadster con- Food vendors sold all kinds of snack vertible painted in a dark copper metallic. food and sandwiches and a 50/50 raffle There were 87 “Vettes” painted this rare was held benefiting Interfaith for Kids. By color of which only 35 were convertibles. the size of the crowd and the dance floor, It was purchased in 2006 for only $4,000 it seems everyone attending this event and was extensively restored in 2007. A thoroughly enjoyed the festivities. 2001 model displayed the original win-

dustrial areas are being planned with in- Model stallation in the near future. If you would Railroaders like to see these cars “in action” be sure to stop into the layout room on any Friday By Jim Lynam after 2 p.m. The club wishes to bid all of the snowbirds a pleasant summer including the hope for a safe return in the fall. Also, Whew! The Model Railroaders were Happy Mother’s Day to all! very busy in April. The members reserved The Model Railroaders Club is always a suite in the Arbor Conference Center looking for new members, and you are and assembled the Lionel three-rail mod- welcome to join us. The layout is located ules for display and operation. Residents in a room with entry from the Recreation were invited for an open house on the Sat- Center fitness center. The club members urday before Easter and many interested work on the layout on Tuesdays and Fri- persons came to view the layout. There days, from 2 to 4 p.m. was sure a lot of reminiscing about “the Our monthly meetings are held at good ole days” and “when I was a kid …” 9 a.m. on the first Wednesday of every The members are planning an expan- month in Meeting Room #3 of the Hobby Photo by Bob Woods sion to include up to four more modules, Building. which should be ready for the Christmas The Spring Band Concert also included a Corvette show. season this year. Some of the themes for the new modules would include a suspension bridge over a river; a switching yard; an operating sawmill; and an expansion of the farm area. It will be interesting to see what will be created on down the line! The members also hosted an open house for the HO layout on the Friday before Easter. The visitors were invited to operate the engines, which included the control of the speed, whistle, bell and direction the trains were to follow. Everyone commented upon the fantastic attention to detail that is evident throughout the layout. The change from daylight running to nighttime operation with the entire layout illuminated was spectacular! The members always explain to the visitors that, “the more you look, the more detail you will see.” In addition the members are installing some operational rolling stock, such as dumping coal cars, ore cars, log cars, and unloading box cars and milk cars. These cars are all operated by remote control and are just plain fun to observe and operate. A new high-lift has been added that will remotely unload pipe culverts onto a loading dock. More “action” cars and in-

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If you have a missing pet or have found a dog or cat, please call the S.P.C.A. hotline at (352) 362-0985. 8A The World News May 2015 The second Sunday in May is a special on this night at the Candler Hills Com- Food For day, Mother’s Day, in which we honor munity Center and will be tested on their View From Thought those wonderful ladies in our lives. Can- knowledge of their spouse. Admission The Library dler Hills Restaurant will be open from is $10 plus tax and gratuity and includes By Sandy Curtis 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. We will offer a buffet for appetizers. A full bar will be available for By B.J. Leckbee $21.95 plus tax and gratuity to include the everyone. Space is limited so we encour- following: age you to make your reservations today • Hot entrée presentations: Sliced at (352) 861-9720. I guarantee there will (352) 861-9720 In the late 1800s, two large cities had a [email protected] sirloin with mushroom sauce, be lots of laughs. glazed ham, herb roasted turkey Last but not least, we honor those who common problem. The streets of Boston and New York were clogged with horse- We have many things planned during breast, fresh asparagus, roasted have served in the Armed Forces. Memo- vegetable medley, rice pilaf and au rial Day is Monday, May 25. Come out to drawn carts. The stench of horse drop- the month of May starting off with Cinco pings was overwhelming at times, and de Mayo on Tuesday, May 5. Many cities gratin potatoes; enjoy a cookout on the patio with friends • Cold food presentations: House and family. Who can resist the smell of hot traffic jams and accidents were common celebrate with parades, dancing and festi- occurrences. Winter snowstorms stopped vals. At Candler Hills Restaurant and The salad, Caesar salad, fresh fruit se- dogs and hamburgers cooking on the grill? lection and deviled eggs; If the outdoors is not where you want to traffic completely. Pub, we will serve up some traditional Both city governments struggled to Mexican food that is often served or sold • Dessert: A sweet assortment. be, then we have plenty of seating inside. Reservations are recommended; so All items are served with potato salad and find a solution. Questions needed to be on this day. It’s a fun holiday, really more answered. Could an overhead trolley about celebrating the Mexican way of life give us a call at (352) 861-9720 and let us coleslaw. Burgers are only $9 and hot dogs make this day special for you. $6. We will be open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. system be built powered by steam or gas? than about remembering a battle, which How could it be financed? Tested? De- happened 150 years ago. Stop in and pur- Have you ever watched a game show on this day. Don’t forget to wear your red, on television and wished you were in the white and blue. signed? Where should it start and stop? chase a refreshing margarita on the rocks Should multiple short lines be used? Or to enjoy with one of the following spe- audience? On Tuesday, May 19, from 7 Two for $20 will continue during the to 9 p.m., come out and let us entertain month of May at Candler Hills Restau- was there another solution? cials: two beef or chicken tacos with rice When the building of an underground and beans for $6.50, along with a basket you with Love & Marriage, our version rant. However, it will be discontinued at of “The Newlywed Game.” Five resident The Pub until further notice. Stay tuned transportation system was suggested, it of chips and salsa for $4, quesadillas and was soundly rejected. People were afraid more. couples have volunteered to participate for future events to come. As always, we appreciate your business. of traveling underground. But two wealthy and determined brothers, one living in Boston, the other in New York believed an underground system to be the only solution to the problem. Henry (Boston) and William (New York) Whitney had the money to travel to London to inspect that city’s system and to hire engineers to design a similar system for their cities. They also were determined to make the sub- ways happen. History was not on their side. An earlier effort by Alfred Beach had succeeded in getting New York to pass a subway bill, but five months later the economy collapsed, banks folded, and his investors lost their fortunes and backed out. The brothers Winston were not de- terred. In “The Race Underground” Doug Most describes the many small successes and constant setbacks that resulted in Bos- ton breaking ground on March 28, 1895 for a system that was completed in 1897, and last year averaged 210,000 rides on weekdays. New York’s effort required serious -fi nancial backing from August Belmont and finally began on March 4, 1900 and started operation in 1904. In 2013, the system averaged 5.5 million rides on weekdays. “The Race Underground” provides backstories on the people and the poli- tics involved in making something that seemed impossible happen. It’s on the center shelves, section 388.

www.OnTopoftheWorldInfo.com May 2015 The World News 9A the same program we have been sponsor- children need food all summer long. Hun- making the calls. Paul then turned the 100 ing at 100 Grandparents for several years. ger has no season. Volunteers work year reins over to Barbara. She held the post of Grandparents Residents have always been very support- round to feed our neighborhood children. organizer 14 years, making sure that there ive in helping this wonderful group. Please A bit of history about the 100 Grand- was a reader in every class every month. By Janet Fragapane keep doing that. The article stated that parents – the group was started in 1998 by Evelyn Sarns Holiday now has the posi- they feed 1,600 children a month; $25 a Paul Zamarra. He wrote the column and tion as organizer. month will feed a child. made the calls, planned the trips to differ- You may ask if all this trouble each If you would like to donate single sized ent schools. There were about 13 readers month is of value. A resounding yes! The Our last trip to read to the children of food items (no glass), please drop them at the time. They car-pooled and traveled school will tell you, Romeo Elementary Romeo Elementary is Thursday, May 14. off at Joanne Leigh’s home at 10114 SW to many Marion County schools, finally has a great record with how well the chil- The bus will be at True Value store (8505 92nd Street Road (Avalon) or call her picking Romeo Elementary as the school dren read, behave, show respect, and at- SW Hwy. 200, Ocala, FL 34481) at 9 a.m. (352) 237-7637. She will come to you if that was in need of this loving help. The tend school. All this they attribute to 100 Please park near the back of the store, thus you cannot get to her home. 100 Grandparents were also supporters Grandparents. leaving the front parking area clear for cus- Would you rather donate money in- of the West Port High School sports pro- We still do not have a place to leave the tomers. Thank you. stead? Mail a check in any amount made gram – going to the games and cheering Box Tops for Education, pull tabs, and Did you read the article in the Star Ban- out to Dunnellon Food-4-Kids, P.O. Box on the teams. Campbell’s soup labels. Please keep col- ner on Thursday, April 9, about the Food 4 262, Dunnellon, Florida 34430. On the Paul Zamarra stepped down from the lecting them, or give them to any grand- Kids backpack program? It stated that they memo line write “backpack.” School is group in 2003. By then, Barbara Green- parent. Call me at (352) 861-1575 and I are in need of monetary donations. This is over the beginning of June. But, these wood had been writing the column and will pick them up.

Peace Corp. Roselle is currently working communicate with other first responders members to our team, so please consider Community an 11-month internship with the local to ensure victims’ well-being and safety. participating in this service organization Emergency American Red Cross office in Ocala. There is currently a CERT training as a way to contribute and give back to Response Team The American Red Cross responds an- class in progress, but these classes fill up your community. nually to approximately 70,000 disasters; quickly and it is not too early to submit Our next regular CERT meeting is By Beth McKeen the majority of which are house fires. It your application for the next class. There scheduled for Tuesday, May 12. is mission driven to alleviate human suf- are two ways to get an application. Con- CERT meets every second Tuesday fering in the face of emergencies. Its pur- tact Beverly Case, Bureau of Emergency of the month at 9 a.m. in the Arbor Con- The speaker at our April meeting was pose is to protect life and health and to Management at (352) 369-8103 or visit ference Center, Suites E and F. Persons Roselle Derequito. Roselle is a Communi- ensure respect for the human being. It is http://marionso.com, Emergency Man- interested in learning more about CERT ty Service Americorp member. Americorp non-profit and relies on donations from agement Bureau and click on EM Volun- are welcome to attend these meetings or provides community service wherever the general public as well as corporations. teer Program Application. Fill out and contact Beth McKeen at (352) 237-5079. there is a critical need, and is considered They provide immediate assistance to vic- mail in the application. to be the domestic counterpart of the tims by providing food and shelter and We are always happy to welcome new

ion County Sheriff’s Office Foundation, The patrol continues to look for new rial Day holiday. Community came to the meeting to present the group members. New recruits have six months Anyone interested in becoming part Patrol with a GPS for the patrol car. The Foun- after they enter the patrol to sign up for of our Community Patrol should call dation has been replacing worn out GPS the 12-week Sheriff’s Citizens Academy Richard Enos at (352) 304-8477 or Gary By Patricia A. Woodbury equipment to various volunteer groups. and Partnership, if they have not already Rodoff at (352) 291-7508. Our meetings They also provided volunteer shirts for completed that course. are usually held on the fourth Monday of the Crime Watch teams in indigent areas. The next meeting of the Community the month in Suites B and C of the Arbor Mary also had green colored foundation Patrol will be Monday, June 22. There will Conference Center, at 3 p.m. Come and At the March meeting of the Commu- caps for any patrol member who wanted be no meeting in May due to the Memo- join us, the meeting is open to everyone. nity Patrol, our guest speaker was Donna one. She reminded the group of the next Guinn, of the Ocala Police Department Foundation fundraiser, a pasta dinner to (OPD) where she has been an advocate be held Friday, May 1, from 4 to 7 p.m. at for over 20 years for people needing infor- Marion Landing, located at 8601 SW 65th mation and assistance. Avenue Road. Gary Rodoff has tickets for Mary Callahan, president of the Mar- $7 each and all are encouraged to attend.

Fischer, Thomas Haynes, Aaron Hertz, OneBlood Oscar Joseph, David Keitz, Daniel Moore, Bloodmobile Kathleen Mullen, John Orend, Debra Lee Pereira, Dale Rubin, Gary Schulte, John By Sara Sommer Searls, Hedwig Werner, Richard and San- dra Westphal. Thank you for your gift. The bus will be here next on Monday, June 1 at the Recreation Center parking The Big Red Bus came on Monday, lot, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please mark your April 6. It was a glorious spring day. Here calendar. See you on the bus. are the names of the heroes who took the time to save a life: George Borgia, Donald www.OnTopoftheWorldInfo.com

The Windsor of Ocala ASSISTED LIVING & MEMORY CARE 10A The World News May 2015 eracy. Many of these organizations have and death records on your particular an- Hobby Building, next to the Recreation Genealogical local chapters in Marion County. It does cestors to prove that you are the child of Center. At the business meeting, we dis- Society not include general ethnic heritage soci- your parents; they are the children of their cuss what members would like to have for eties, which is a socially defined category parents, etc., going back as far as you can. upcoming genealogy presentations. We By Peter Parisi of people who have a common ancestral, Jane was able to join DAR, because she also will hold an educational presentation social, cultural or national experience. Ex- found that an ancestor on her mother’s at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 18, in Suites amples would be the Irish Genealogy So- side fought in the American Revolution. B and C in the Arbor Conference Cen- ciety International, the Polish American She later found out that a female ancestor ter. The presentation, titled “How People On Monday, March 16, Jane Duck- Genealogical Society or the Italian Genea- on her father’s side was a Fille de Roi, or Keep Their Genealogy Paper Files,” will worth, one of our members, gave a very logical Society of America, to name a few. king’s daughter. Between 1663 and 1673, be given by member Pat Bevis. informative presentation on lineage and Being a member of a lineage or heritage King Louis XIV sent 768 Filles de Roi to Our annual dues are only $10 per per- heritage societies and how they can pos- society allows you to have access to the New France to settle Canada. In Canada, son or $15 per couple. One of the benefits sibly help us find our ancestors and other organization’s library and other resources being a descendant of one of the Filles de of membership is that we have a large li- living relatives. and gives you the ability to connect with Roi is akin to being a Mayflower descen- brary of genealogical books and CDs, A lineage society is an organization other genealogists who share your inter- dant in the U.S. Had Jane known that ini- which are available to members to be that limits their membership to those who ests. It may also connect you to relatives tially, she could have joined the American- signed out and used at home for their ge- meet group criteria, such as descendants you don’t even know exist. French Genealogical Society and saved nealogical research. Check us out on our of a particular person or group of people In order to join a lineage society, you herself a lot of time doing her research. website, http://otowgenealogicalsociety. of historical importance. Examples are the must carefully document your ancestry The Genealogical Society will hold a shutterfly.com. Daughters of the American Revolution back to the person in your family who fits board meeting on Monday, May 11, at (DAR), the Mayflower Society descen- the particular criteria for membership in 9:30 a.m., followed by a business meeting Lions Club dants or United Daughters of the Confed- the society. You will need birth, marriage at 10:15 a.m., in Meeting Room #3 of the By Estelle Clark

Our Lions just attended our district advisory meeting, which was held at the Ocala Hilton on Saturday, April 11. We were informed of all the projects that clubs around our district have been doing. The district governor inducted two new members for the Palatka Lions Club. Our incoming governor, first and second vice district governors were introduced. The month of May will be a very busy one for the Lions. We will be attending our Multi-District (State) Convention at the Ocala Hilton. Our new district governors will be introduced and awards will be given out to district and state Lions. Our club will also be celebrating our 28th year charter night on Tuesday, May 26. It has been a very busy 28 years. We have had the pleasure of helping so many people with such wonderful support from the residents helping us to serve those in need. Also in May we will be taking stuffed animals and socks to Munroe Regional Medical Center’s Children’s Emergency Room. We will also help the children’s backpack program and homeless veterans, as well as collecting used eyeglasses that we clean, refract and send with mis- sionaries to third world countries. We also collect ink jet cartridges and cell phones, which we send to a recycle facility so we can send children to diabetes camp. All of these items can be dropped off at our collection box at the Arbor Conference Cen- ter or Publix in Canopy Oak. Please join us for our annual Memorial Day service on Monday, May 25, at the Recreation Center, at 9:30 a.m. The Lions meet on the second and fourth Tuesday at the Arbor Conference Center, at 7 p.m., in Suite C. We would love to have you come and join our fun and busy family. Contact Lion Estelle Clark at (352) 861-7358 for further information. We serve.

It’s the Law

By Bob Woods

Seat Belts “Click it or ticket” is a slogan used concerning one of Florida’s traffic laws and as an advertising ploy to get motorists and their passengers to wear seat belts while driving. According to the Florida Department of Motor Vehicles, any car manufactured since 1968, front seat passengers must wear seat belts and all passengers under the age of 18 must wear a seat belt. The State of Florida has very specific laws regarding seat belt usage along with very specific consequences. A new addition to the seat belt law taking effect this year requires all children up to age five to be in a child restraint car seat or booster seat. Florida Statutes, Chapter 316, Section 614 is Florida Safety Belt Law. Paragraph (c) states, “Restrained by a safety belt means being restricted by an appropriately adjusted safety belt which is properly fastened at all times when a motor vehicle is in motion.” (4) “It is unlawful for any person: (a) To operate a motor vehicle in this state unless each passenger and the operator of the vehicle under the age of 18 years are restrained by a safety belt or by child restraint device …” Any person who violates the seat belt law commits a nonmoving violation. Seat belts do save lives … buckle up!

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Customer Service 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday Bring your golf cart, resident I.D. and proof of golf cart insurance. May 2015 The World News 11A this year have been well attended. Partici- meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 5, In the meantime, continue to enjoy the Candler pants have enjoyed a variety of delicious at 2 p.m. in the Candler Hills Community warmer weather and the variety of ameni- Connection appetizers, entrees, salads, vegetables, and Center. All residents are welcome to come ties available throughout our great com- desserts. What marvelous cooks we have and discuss any issue pertaining to the munity. By Janet Wiles in Candler Hills! Since many of our resi- board. dents are snowbirds or are traveling during the summer months, the next potluck will not occur until fall. Mark your calen- On Tuesday, April 7, a small group dar for the next potluck on Tuesday, Oct. World News Delivery of Candler Hills residents attended the 27. Details for this will be published in a Each household in On Top of the please e-mail [email protected] or backstage presentation and tour of Circle future column. Square Cultural Center. Jo Salyers and World should receive a complimentary call (352) 854-0248. Please include your The Candler Connection website, copy of the World News along with the house number and street address along her team shared stories about performers, www.candlerconnection.org, contains a how they are selected, transportation for Ocala Star-Banner every month. with your community name. neighborhood directory. If you wish to be If you are not receiving home delivery, the performers, hotel arrangements, light- added to this, you may now contact one ing requirements, sound system informa- of two board members. You can reach GOING OUT OF TOWN? tion, and a wide variety of other details Marilyn Lube at (352) 895-3954 or mari- involved in putting on a single show. At- [email protected]. You can reach Sami tendees gained much insight and appre- Odeh at (352) 229-0214 or sodeh65@ Download a PDF of the World News at ciation for all of the hard work that goes gmail.com. If leaving a message with ei- www.ontopoftheworld.com/newspaper. on behind the scenes. When this tour is ther person, please include your name, presented again, it will be through Master address, phone number, and e-mail ad- the Possibilities. This should be a must- dress. By submitting your e-mail address, see class for anyone who attends shows you can receive “The Happenings” each or other events at Circle Square Cultural month and notifications of any changes Center. made after the submission of this column. Mark your calendar for the ice cream John Bain is still taking orders for nam- social in the Candler Hills Community etags for residents of Candler Hills. The Center on Sunday, June 7, from 3 to 5 cost is $1. Sign up for a new or replace- p.m. Dates of ticket sales and other details ment nametag at any potluck dinner or will be included in the June column as whenever tickets are sold for Candler Hills well as “The Happenings” for May. events. Wear your nametag to all Candler We wish to thank Bev McCarthy and Hills functions so that we can get to know Peggy Janisch for coordinating the pot- one another. luck dinners. The first four of these events The next Candler Connection board

the group and brought us up to date on Avalon Social Group various donations after the talk at the March meeting. By Marie Roppel Our next meeting will be held on Mon- day, May 4. It will be the traditional pot- Monday, April 6 found 55 people gath- luck with the theme for the evening being ered for our monthly potluck. Following the Kentucky Derby. Appropriate attire is our hearty meal, Pat Gabriel, from the encouraged. Come and meet both familiar SR200 Coalition brought the group up and new friends. to date concerning future development A reminder, the fall cookout has been along the highway. She told us of several moved from November to October in or- medical facilities, shopping malls and der to meet before Daylight-saving Time housing developments currently in vari- ends. ous approval stages. She also told of two The meetings for the remainder of the nursing homes as well as assisted living, year will be: June 1, Sept. 7, Oct. 5, Nov. 2 independent living and memory care fa- and Dec. 7. For questions, call Ed at (352) cilities in the approval stages. Prior to 304-8206 or Kurt at (352) 237-5747. hearing from Pat, Frank Caputo thanked

ings are open to registered Democrats Democratic and Independent voters although only Club Democrats can be voting members of the club. For more information, call Dan By Dan Lack Lack at (352) 509-4942 or send an e-mail to [email protected] or visit our Facebook page (On Top of the World Democratic Club). You are not alone! An eight-year-old girl came into my office on Veterans Day during my pre- retirement life and I asked her, “What’s a veteran?” She answered, “It’s somebody who takes care of animals.” It was cute that she thought that veterinarians were so important that there was a national holiday for them. We can all agree that veterans are really important too and the Democratic Club is proud to have supported the Ocala Ritz Veterans Village for almost as long as we have existed. Their new residence manag- er, Rob Thomas, will be the speaker at our meeting on Thursday, May 28. Rob will bring some residents along to tell us their stories of how the Veterans Village is helping them get back on their feet. Be sure to bring canned and bottled food, coffee, sugar, toiletries or laundry detergent so Rob can fill the trunk of his car for his trip back to the Veterans Village. This is your final opportunity to reserve your seat for our club luncheon at Olive Garden on Thursday, May 7, at noon. Please call Secretary Lynn Miller at (352) 438-3354 now! We meet on the fourth Thursday of every month at 6 p.m. in Suites E and F at the Arbor Conference Center. Our meet-

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® Vol. 28, No. 11 May 2015 | Section B Where the amenities are endless! LIFESTYLE nasty, when Chinese monks began mi- the art form began to sprout. World civi- grating to Japan, they spread the bonsai lizations would begin seeing these “little- Marion Bonsai gospel. In the very beginning, they would trees” at exhibitions and fairs, and eventu- gather only the most “revered” trees: apri- ally, the craze for them caught on, until it cot, plum, cypress and the black and white seemed every household was cultivating Society’s Annual Show pine. They eventually realized, however, them in one form or another. By Ray Cech that growing their trees from seed rather If you are interested in learning more World News Writer than harvesting from the forest gave them about the art of bonsai, you can call Susan greater capability to control their growth Moring at (352) 694-5533. The Marion It is interesting to spend time with Tom lecting disfigured trees that they would and shape. Bonsai Society meets the first Sunday of Brantley, founder of the Marion Bonsai then work into different configurations. It wasn’t until 1806 when England’s every month at 2 p.m. at the Discovery Society, and Marion-Alice Burke, presi- Then at about the time of the Hang Dy- Queen Charlotte was gifted a bonsai that Center at Tuscawilla Park. dent. As hobbyists and professional grow- ers of such little plants their enthusiasm is palpable and their knowledge, inexhaust- ible. They, along with committed volunteers, were showing off some of the best of the best bonsai at Master the Possibilities, Tuesday, April 7 through Friday, April 10. Tom Brantley, an Ocala native, along with five friends founded the “club” more than 25 years ago. As word spread and en- thusiasts found their space, it grew into today’s largest and most active Bonsai So- ciety in Northern Florida. When asking Tom about his introduction to the art of bonsai, he says, “It all started more than 40 years ago when my brother brought home a book on bonsai. I couldn’t put it down and, as they say, that’s all she wrote.” Brantley eventually became a professional grower. The art of bonsai has come a long way over the centuries when the Chinese first began cultivating the specimens. They Photo by Ray Cech would trek through mountain forests col- Alice Burke, president of Marion Bonsai Society and Tom Brantley, founding member. Red Hat Gala By Janet Wahl

Seven of us attended the Florida Red and door prizes concluded the busy day Hat Gala hosted by the Florida West and event. Coast Queen’s Council in Tampa. A din- Easter baskets full of candy and a toy ner cruise on the Yacht StarShip in Tampa were assembled and delivered to the chil- Bay and the Ringling Museum were two dren at Project Hope. of our activities. The Howard Brothers Our luncheon at the Red Lobster Circus Model, which is the world’s largest hosted by Nancy Cooperman and Janet miniature circus, was very intricate and Wahl was honored to have the director of detailed. We also toured the winter resi- Project Hope, Diane Clinton, as our guest. dence of John and Mable Ringling. She told us about some of the women who The Circus Circus event was a lot of come there and the program that teaches fun and merriment with carnival games them the skills necessary to be able to and activities. There was even a gypsy for- manage on their own. Diane also read a tuneteller. letter from one of the ladies who shared The Victorian Red Hat Gala had a hat what her life had been like before she and dress contest judged on the items came to Project Hope. that had to be included and the authentic- Diane Clinton was our prize winner by ity of the period. LaFrance of Ybor City guessing closest to the number of pieces presented a “Journey of Fashions.” The of candy in a jar. QM Mary had a game Hedy Schamal, Ellen Brecheen, Nancy Dreimiller, Janet Red Hat Boutique with favorite vendors and Janet Wahl won. “Life may not be the was on site for shopping. QM Mary Curry party we hoped for, but while we’re here Wahl, Carol Cecala, QM Mary Curry and Betty Tesmer at read the Red Hat Society prayer before we should dance.” QM Mary Curry the Circus Circus event at the Red Hat Gala in Tampa. the delicious luncheon was served. Raffles

Sports Complex. It began with the sing- on to the Area 4 Competition held at Fort ing of the National Anthem, an inspira- White High School in Columbia County Special Olympian tional speech, the lighting of the Olympic on Saturday, March 14. By Marlene Zink torch and finally the Special Olympian’s At that competition, Robert placed oath: “Let me win. But if I cannot win, let first in the 50-meter dash and second in We have bragging rights. Windsor is Robert was presented with a special t-shirt me be brave in the attempt.” the softball throw. Now he waits to see if very proud of one of our own residents: with well wishes and signatures from all Robert was entered in the men’s soft- he will be selected to represent Marion Robert Schaefer. On Saturday, Feb. 28, his friends and neighbors in Windsor. On ball throw and men’s 50-meter dash. County in the Florida State Special Olym- Robert Schaefer, son of residents Penny the day of the event, some of the neigh- Thanks to what was without a doubt the pics to be held in May at the Wide World and Dave Schaefer, and grandson of resi- bors showed up to support Robert and single largest fan base in the stadium and of Sports complex in Orlando. dents Judy and Robert Schaefer competed cheer him on. a lot of training, Robert received the blue This was Robert’s third year compet- in the Marion County Special Olympics. The chilly weather did not seem to af- ribbon in both events. Due to his great ing here in Marion County and 33rd year The night prior to the competition, fect the participants or the spectators. The performance, Robert was able to continue competing in Special Olympics. event took place at the Forest High School

Photo by Marlene Zink Windsor residents support Robert Shaefer at Marion County Special Olympics. 14B The World News May 2015 CLUB MEETINGS Meeting Location Codes

AC Arbor Club CSCC Circle Square HBCR Hobby Building Card Room RCT Recreation Center ACF Arbor Club Fitness Cultural Center HBWW Hobby Building Tennis Courts ACCT Arbor Club Tennis Courts FF Flying Field Woodworking Shop RCP Recreation Center ACIP Arbor Club Indoor Pool GC Golf Course HSC Horseshoe Courts Outdoor Pool ACOP Arbor Club Outdoor Pool HB Hobby Building ICC Indigo East RCPL Recreation Center AMFW AMF Galaxy West Lanes HB2 Hobby Building Community Center Parking Lot BC Bocce Courts Meeting Room #2 MGC Miniature Golf Course RQC Racquetball Courts BO Bank of the Ozarks HB3 Hobby Building PAV Pavilion SBC Shuffleboard Courts CC Arbor Conference Center Meeting Room #3 RC Recreation Center SBF Softball Field CCC Candler Hills HBAS Hobby Building Art Studio RCB Recreation Center WD Winn-Dixie Community Center HBBR Hobby Building Ballroom CCR Candler Hills Card Room Billiards Room RCF Recreation Center Fitness To make changes, call the Recreation Center at (352) 854-8707, Ext. 7530 or 7533

7:00 Original Karaoke Group CCC Game Night CC:G Weekly Monday Fourth Tuesday Poker Night CC:B 6:00 Lap Swimming ACIP Weekly Tuesday 8:00 Citizens Emergency 6:15 Mah Jongg CCR 7:00 Open Pool Time ACIP Response Team ICC 6:30 Bridge HBCR 8:00 Mixed Tennis Doubles RCT 6:00 Lap Swimming ACIP 10:00 Sunshine Quilters HBAS Mixed Poker CC:H Water Walk ACIP 7:00 Open Pool Time ACIP 11:30 Ladies Golf Assoc. 7:00 Cards ICC R.O.M.E.O. Club WD 8:00 Men’s Tennis RCT 9-Hole (Oct.–March) RCB Card/Game Club CC:G 8:30 Men’s Softball SBF Water Walk ACIP 12:30 Scandinavian Club CC:E,F 9:00 Woodworking HBWW R/C Flyers Club FF 3:30 Alpha Investment HBAS First Thursday Deep Water Pickleball RCT 6:30 Lions Club Meeting CC:C Fitness Class ACIP R.O.M.E.O. Club WD 1:00 Rubber Stamp Ladies Billiards HBBR Ladies Golf Assoc. Weekly Wednesday Greeting Cards CC:C 9:30 Shuffleboard 9-Hole (May-Oct.) GC Opera Appreciation (Sept.–April) SBC 8:30 Ladies Golf Assoc. 18-Hole GC 6:00 Lap Swimming ACIP (May-Dec) HB3 10:00 Tennis Doubles RCT Racquetball RQC 7:00 Open Pool Time ACIP 5:00 Southern Club CC:E,F Ceramics (until 2 p.m.) HBAS Ladies Golf Assoc. 8:00 Ladies Tennis RCT Ladies Billiards HBBR 9-Hole (Nov.-April) GC Water Walk ACIP Second Thursday Open Pool Time ACIP 9:00 Computer Club CC:B,C Pickleball RCT 10:30 Line Dance ICC Tai Chi ACF R.O.M.E.O. Club WD 2:00 Singles Club CC:B,C 11:00 Golf Group PAV Shallow Water 8:30 Men’s Golf 18-Hole GC Noon Mah Jongg CC:A Fitness Class ACIP Men’s Softball SBF Third Thursday 12:30 Bridge HBCR Hand & Foot Canasta HBCR R/C Flyers Club FF Aqua Belles ACIP Woodworking HBWW 9:00 Woodworking HBWW 1:00 Rubber Stamp 12:45 Line Dance Horseshoe League HSC Line Dance CC:E,F Greeting Cards CC:C (Beginner/Intermediate) RCB Arts & Crafts (Jan-May & Deep Water New England Club 1:00 Dominoes CC:G Sept-Dec) HBAS Fitness Class ACIP (Oct-May) AC 1:30 Happy Hookers HBAS Sunshine Quilters HBAS 10:00 Tai Chi ACF Ceramics (until 2 p.m.) HBAS Knit Wits HB3 Fun with Ceramics HBAS 2:00 Rummicube CC:E,F 9:30 Concert Chorus Open Pool Time ACIP Fourth Thursday 2:45 Bowling League AMFW (Jan-Apr & Sept-Dec) AC 10:30 Pool Closed for Cleaning 6:00 Democratic Club CC:E,F 5:00 Mah Jongg CC:A Yoga ICC (until 11:30 a.m.) ACIP 6:30 CERT ICC 6:00 Table Tennis CC:D 10:00 Open Pool Time ACIP Noon Mah Jongg CC:A 6:45 Game Night ICC Dancing Singles AC 10:30 Horseshoe League HSC 12:15 Bridge HBCR Men’s Poker HB3 Walleyball RQC 12:30 Japanese Bunka CC:B 6:30 Mah Jongg ICC 11:00 Open Pool Time ACIP Aqua Belles ACIP Weekly Friday Monday Night Bridge HBCR Noon Cybex Orientation RCF Mah Jongg ICC 6:00 Lap Swimming ACIP 6:45 Ballet Club ACF Mah Jongg CC:A Practice Bridge HB2 7:00 Open Pool Time ACIP 7:00 Mexican Train Dominoes CC:G 12:30 Bridge HBCR 1:00 Samba CCC 8:00 Ladies Tennis RCT Crocheting & Knitting ICC 1:30 Shuffleboard Water Walk ACIP Mah Jongg ICC (Sept.–April) SBC First Monday R/C Flyers Club FF Open Pool Time ACIP Fun with Ceramics HBAS Pickleball RCT 7:30 One Blood 1:00 Badminton RQC 2:30 Scrabble Club CC:H R.O.M.E.O. Club WD (Even # Months Only) RCPL Ballet Club ACF 5:30 Bingo RCB 9:00 Woodworking HBWW 9:00 R/C Flyers Club CC:B,C Shuffleboard 6:00 Men’s Poker HB3 Deep Water LifeSouth Blood (Sept.–April) SBC Samba HBCR Fitness Class ACIP (Odd # Months Only) RCPL Crochet Club ICC 6:30 Mah Jongg CCC 9:30 Shuffleboard 3:00 Bocce Meeting CC:B,C 2:00 Chess Club HB2 (Sept.–April) SBC 5:30 Avalon Social Club AC 3:00 ShutterBugs CC:B,C First Wednesday 10:00 Racquetball RQC 6:30 Karaoke Friends CC:E,F 5:00 Mah Jongg CC:B Mah Jongg CC:A Women’s Bible Study Sunshine Singers RCB 8:30 Ladies Golf Assoc. Table Tennis CC:D (Oct-May) CC:A 18-Hole CC:B Poker CC:G Qi Gong ICC 9:00 Model Railroaders HB3 Second Monday 5:30 Mah Jongg CC:B Open Pool Time ACIP 9:30 Travel Toppers CC:A Sidekicks Western Dance RCB 10:45 Tai Chi ACF 10:00 Genealogical Society 1:00 General Francis 6:00 Pinochle HB3 11:00 Golf Group PAV Business Meeting HB3 Stamp Club BO Poker CC:G Noon Mah Jongg CC:A 2:00 Bowling League AMFW Poker CCR 12:30 Aqua Belles ACIP 5:00 Metaphysical Club CC:B 6:30 Duplicate Bridge HBCR Second Wednesday 1:00 Table Tennis CC:D 7:00 Original Karaoke Group CCC Mah Jongg HB2 Canasta the Old Theatre Group CC: E,F Circle Squares AC 3:00 Pennsylvania Club CC:E,F Fashion Way CR Mah Jongg ICC 6:00 Line Dancing AC 1:30 Nickel/Nickel HB3 Third Monday Mixed Poker CC:H 5:00 Cribbage HBAS Third Wednesday 6:00 Poker HB3 10:00 Genealogical Society Euchre 4 Fun CC:A Workshop CC: B,C First Tuesday 12:30 Bunco CCC 6:30 Sunshine Singers RCB 8:00 Men’s Golf Assoc. CC:A 1:00 General Francis First Friday 10:30 Shuffleboard Stamp Club BO Fourth Monday (Sept.–April) CC:H 1:00 Women of the World RCB 11:30 Ladies Golf Assoc. Fourth Wednesday 4:30 Neighbors of Windsor CC:G,H 3:00 Community Patrol CC:B,C 9-Hole (Oct.–March) RCB 1:00 Sunshine Quilters 6:30 Tall Travelers RV Group (No Second Friday Business Mtg. HBAS mtgs Dec, June-Sept) CC:B,C 2:30 Italian American Club CC:E,F 7:00 Mystery Book Club CCR 8:30 R/C LadyBirds CC:B,C 6:00 Pinochle HB3 Buncolicious Chicks CC:A 1:00 Mexican Train CC:H JOY 6:30 JB Poker Club CC:E,F 7:00 Republican Club CC:E,F,G Evangelical Lions Club Meeting CC:C Weekly Thursday Indigo East Girls Bunco ICC Fourth Friday 6:00 Lap Swimming ACIP Lutheran Church Second Tuesday 7:00 Open Pool Time ACIP 1:00 Mexican Train CC:H 8:00 Men’s Tennis RCT www.joyocala.org 9:00 Citizens Emergency Water Walk ACIP Weekly Saturday [email protected] Response Team CC:E,F R/C Flyers Club FF Sunday Worship at 8:15 a.m. and 11 a.m. 10:00 Sunshine Quilters HBAS Pickleball RCT 8:00 Mixed Tennis RCT 11:30 Ladies Golf Assoc. R.O.M.E.O. Club WD R/C Flyers Club FF Wednesday Evening Worship at 6:45 p.m. 18-Hole (Oct.–April) RCB 8:30 Racquetball RQC Pickleball RCT German Language Worship on the 3:30 Alpha Investment HBAS 9:00 Art Group HBAS 8:30 Men’s Softball SBF Tai Chi ACF First Sunday of Each Month at 3 p.m. 6:30 Lions Club Meeting CC:C Shuffleboard 6:45 Game Night ICC Shallow Water (Sept.–April) SBC Nursery Provided Fitness Class ACIP 9:00 Computer Club CC:B,C Edward Holloway, Senior Pastor Woodworking HBWW Woodworking HBWW Third Tuesday Computer Club CC:B,C 7045 SW 83rd Pl., Ocala Ballet ACF 10:00 Sunshine Quilters HBAS Candler Hills Ladies Art Group HBAS 5:00 Caribbean Club ICC Golf Assoc. 9-Hole GC 9:30 Yoga ICC (352) 854-4509 Candler Hills Ladies 10:00 Mixed Tennis RCT Golf Assoc. 18-Hole GC Yoga ICC 9:30 Shuffleboard 1:00 Table Tennis CC:D (Sept.–April) SBC 5:00 Mah Jongg CC:A 10:00 Open Pool Time ACIP 6:00 Friday Night Poker CC:H 10:30 Walleyball RQC 12:00 Sewing Bees HBAS Mah Jongg CC:A Weekly Sunday 12:30 Bridge HBCR 9:00 Racquetball RQC 1:00 Badminton RQC Woodworking HBWW Ballet Club ACF 9:30 R/C Flyers Club FF Table Tennis CC:D Noon Mah Jongg CC:A Games, Games, Games ICC 1:00 Table Tennis CC:D 3:00 Western Stars Bowling AMF Hand & Foot HBCR 6:00 Men’s Poker HB3 5:00 Sidekicks Western Dance AC 6:00 Pickleball RCT COMMUNITY TV 6;30 Mixed Poker CC:H CHANNEL Third Sunday

Bright House 732 2:00 American Jewish Club CC:E,F,G 6:00 Everyone Wins Club CC: B May 2015 The World News 15B well as people. The main thing she needs dog. She explains that many dog trainers used to your home the first few days qui- SPCA at this point is to lose a little weight. She and behaviorists believe in the “three days, etly, without overwhelming experiences. should eventually whittle down to under three weeks, three months” rule for get- That means few or no visitors, no dog park By Maria Devine 10 pounds from her current 11 pounds. ting dogs accustomed to their new home. and no training classes. You may need to Even a pound means a lot to such a little For the first three days most new dogs will revisit housetraining the first few weeks dog. Lilly also has a heart murmur, a con- be disoriented and will probably not show and work on behavioral issues the first few dition that is treated with daily medica- you their true colors until they’re more months. tion. You have to be willing to give her comfortable. After three weeks, dogs will Our next meeting will be on Thursday, pills twice a day, and for that you’ll get lots settle in more as if it’s also their home, and May 21, at 1 p.m. in the upstairs meeting of love in return. But don’t think that she’s by three months most dogs will fit in to room at the Bank of the Ozarks. We’re strictly a couch potato. Lilly loves to run your routine. starting to plan our second annual bunco and play and she’s lots of fun. Then she’ll These are general guidelines, and many fundraiser, so please join us if you want to jump in your lap when she’s tuckered out dogs may take even longer to integrate into help out. If you need to get in touch with for a cuddle. If you’re looking for a gentle family life. But it’s an easy thing for new us for any reason, please call our hotline companion that will show how much she pet owners to remember when they get number at (352) 362-0985. loves you, please call the SPCA at (352) frustrated over the progress their new pal Lilly, the Japanese Chin, is still avail- 362-0985 to meet Lilly and see if she’s the is making. It takes time to become a fam- able for adoption. Lilly’s family can no companion you’ve always dreamed of. ily and learn the ropes of the household – longer care for her, and now she is seek- Have you ever heard about the magic three days, three weeks, three months. ing a new forever home. Lilly is nine years of threes? In her online blog, animal be- In real terms, you can avoid common old, smart, sweet and loves to play. In haviorist Patricia McConnell writes about mistakes when thinking about the magic foster care, she’s also learned to love her the patience needed when adopting a new of threes. For example, let your dog get golf cart rides. She loves cats and dogs as Lilly

ficers will take place at our annual May presentations. bring your favorite beverage. We provide LadyBirds luncheon. Our current President Cathy As always, we invite spouses and sig- the goodies. We are sure that once you Fanelli, in charge of arrangements for this nificant others of any R/C Flyer to join us see what we are all about, you will want By Caren Kowalsky luncheon, informed us that it will be held at our meetings, which take place on the to become a member of our happy group. at Arthur’s at the Ocala Hilton on Friday, second Friday of each month from Sep- Looking forward to seeing you at our May 8, at 11:30 a.m. tember to April, at 9 a.m., at the Arbor meetings. On Wednesday, April 15, Opal Stroud Conference Center, Suites B and C. Just arranged a tour of the Marion County Our last meeting took place on Friday, Sheriff’s Office and farm, followed by a at 2 p.m. April 10. Caren provided the goodies. luncheon at Cody’s Restaurant. Singles Club As always, the LadyBirds who worked Opal also arranged for our April guest The following Thursday, May 14, we canteen for the Saturday, March 28, R/C will be car-pooling to visit EARS in Ci- speaker Sheriff Chris Blair. Spouses and By Lorraine Serwan Fly-In outdid themselves. A big “thank significant others were invited to join us to tra. The group will meet in the Recreation you” for all of their time and outstanding hear this presentation. Sheriff Blair spoke Center parking lot (nearest the street) at It’s May and with it we come to the end 11:15 a.m. to car pool to Citra. Cost is $15 work. LadyBirds you rock! about many new and innovative programs of another successful year of interesting Our current nominating committee, he and his team have put into place since per person and a gallon of Clorox bleach. speakers and delightful excursions. Call Lois at (352) 854-0558 for informa- consisting of Linda Ward, Gloria Scicluna he took office. Among many was the se- On Thursday, May 7, we will have our and Sandra Ensley, reported the following curing of two new police dogs named tion. last meeting before the summer with the Our next meeting will be on Thursday, ladies were nominated: President Caren Chance and Recon. He also informed us installation of officers. An ice cream social Kowalsky, Vice President Ruth Kuntar, that he makes presentations through Mas- Sept. 10, at 2 p.m. in the Arbor Conference will follow. As usual, we will meet in the Center, Suites B and C. Have a wonderful Secretary Leigh Workman, and Treasurer ter the Possibilities and that he will be Arbor Conference Center, Suites B and C, Linda Lohr. standing for reelection. We thanked him summer and we will meet again in the fall. A vote was taken, and the new board for his always interesting and informative was agreed upon. The installation of of-

bers are certainly needed to step forward Southern and lead so that we don’t lose this fun so- Club cial club. Next month is our pizza social for the By Jane Krellner last meeting before our summer break. Everything is furnished from your $3 donation, so come out and enjoy. No food, utensils or plates are required this time. At our April meeting, a blessing pre- If you are coming and have not yet paid, ceded dinner, which was followed by the contact the president or vice president to Pledge of Allegiance and recognition of get added to the pizza and list. members’ birthdays and anniversaries. This has been a great year! Thanks to Thank you to those members who assisted this year’s leaders and their spouses. Look- with set up, clean up, and food. ing forward to seeing everyone Thursday, Those willing to serve as officers for May 7. next year are desperately needed. Mem- 16B The World News May 2015 3100 BC and is Europe’s best-preserved there are very few trees on any of the is- World Neolithic settlement. lands. The fertile soils support a large ag- Traveler Other tourist attractions of ancient ricultural industry, with much of the land sites include the Standing Stones of Sten- being used to raise sheep and cattle. By Bill Shampine ness, the Maeshowe passage grave, the Even though the Orkney Islands are Ring of Brodgar, and several other stand- part of Scotland, Orcadians usually think ing stone sites. of themselves as Orcadians first and Scots Geographically, the islands are mainly second. They do not embrace the typical I went to a really interesting Master the low-lying except for some modest hills Scottish traditions such as tartans, clans, Possibilities lecture on Scotland in mid- on some of the islands. Geologically, the bagpipes, and the wearing of kilts. March. Among other things, the speaker islands are composed of red sandstone. All in all, I think the islands would be a talked about some of the many islands Being relatively soft, the sandstone yields pleasant place to visit. It is noted for beau- that lie off the coast of Scotland. Since we a coastline that tends to be very rugged tiful landscapes, and the rugged coast- usually do not hear much about these is- with sharp cliff faces with wild currents lines are very photogenic. The people are lands, I thought I might enlighten us all a and eddies at their foot. Owing to the pleasant, and just listening to their brogue bit this month. presence of the Gulf Stream, the climate would be fun! It is far enough north that The Orkney Islands is an archipelago in the Orkney Islands is surprisingly mod- you can get days with essentially no night, of about 70 islands that lie off the north- erate for its northern location. The average or days with very little daylight. With ern coast of mainland Scotland. The larg- temperature for the winter is about 39 de- a wind constantly blowing and average est island, known as Mainland, is about grees and about 54 degrees for the sum- summer temperatures about 54 degrees, I Photo by Mikenorton 202 square miles. Twenty of the islands mer. Rainfall is about 35 inches per year. would suggest you be sure to pack a heavy are inhabited, some of which had settlers Wind is the biggest climatic factor, with al- sweater. A natural seastack thought to date back as much as 8,500 most constant breezes that often turn into Mainland Scotland is a gorgeous place formation called the years. The first known permanent settle- gale force winds during the winter. One to visit and should be on your bucket list. Yesnaby Castle, located ment, at Knap of Howar, dates from about result of the constant wind is the absence If you do go, a visit to the Orkney Islands near Stromness, Orkney 3500 BC. The village of Skara Brae is be- of trees. Although the land is very fertile, probably would be a worthwhile side trip. lieved to have been inhabited from around Islands, Scotland.

of our work needs to be finished by July are April Pollard, president; Cheryl Fotia, Women of allowing time for the programs’ printing first vice president; Nancy Grabowski, the World before our first meeting in early Septem- second vice president; Billie Sue Giles, ber so contact Cheryl quickly. secretary; and Terri Molnar, treasurer. By Nancy Grabowski One of the most exciting and heart- We also welcome these committee warming aspects of our meetings comes chairwomen: Janet Fragapane, hospital- at the May meeting. This is when the re- ity; Beverly Moreau, e-mail communica- sults of our voting are made known and tions; Barbara Martyn, telephone com- As the pages of the April calendar turn our charitable donations are announced. munications; Marsha Vieu, 50/50; Lois to May and most eyes turn to summer These donations are in addition to the Nix, Rags to Riches; Lynn Hoelzer, Op- ideas for fun, the hard-working commit- individual charities we work with each eration Shoebox; and Andrea Flannery, tees of Women of the World turn to creat- month as well as the on-going support of Marion County Senior Services. What an ing a program for the 2015-2016 year. Our Operation Shoebox and Marion County awesome line-up! newly elected first vice-president, Cheryl Senior Services. It is so fulfilling to know We would be remiss if we didn’t take Fotia, will be contacting speakers and we make a difference in so many lives! some time to thank those gals who have charities; while Cheryl has some very in- Calling all early birds! You may pay given so much to Women of the World novative ideas; she is willing to receive in- your dues for the 2015-2016 year at the throughout the past year. Our appre- put from members. Remember, this part May meeting. Another option will be ciation for jobs well done is extended to Photo (left) by Mike Roppel to mail your check to Terri Molnar, our Donna Josephson, Lora Rossi, Pat Betts, new treasurer, over the summer. We thank Valerie Sanders, Carla Magri, Lois Nix, A Florida Fish and Wildlife you in advance for helping us prepare for and Lorraine Paszek. Each of these lasses Conservation officer with the upcoming activities. are passing the mantle of responsibility his K-9 partner Officer We have a full slate of officers in place onto her successor. We also thank Judy Moose. to begin our next year. The leading ladies Singer, Journeene Pannier, Janet Frag- apane, Barbara Martyn, Marsha Vieu, and Bernice Lewis for their hours of commitment and willingness to forge ahead next year. The worker bees behind the scenes who always lend a helping hand are numerous; just know we are thankful for everything you do! Our gratitude is sent out to the guys who work behind the scenes, husbands and best friends who are always there when we need them. Did you know that Jack Singer not only designed and built the supports for the fashion show backdrop but that he also donated his costs to help push our final total to Hospice of Marion County to an all-time high? A round of applause for our shuttle drivers: Bob Vi- tale, Larry Koch, Jack Singer, Archie Pol- lard, and Peter Grabowski. Their service inspired Barbara Steinfeldt to volunteer to revive the shuttle committee for next year; thanks, Barb! We look forward to seeing each of you at the May meeting where refreshments will be provided by the club. Plan to socialize with friends, particularly those who will be traveling for the summer. We are, after all, the group that has a welcome for every woman in On Top of the World!

www.OnTopoftheWorldInfo.com May 2015 The World News 17B the track. This game is always a lot of fun Pennsylvania as members cheer on their picks and vie Club for the winning ticket! As always, a delicious potluck dinner By Pat Utiss was served up as members provided their favorite dishes and desserts. A special thanks to Larry Wilver who chaired the meeting for Ray Utiss. Fun and games! That was the theme Micki Malsch informed the members for the Pennsylvania Club meeting on that the Wednesday, May 13 meeting will Wednesday, April 8. In honor of the up- be a potluck farewell picnic. She asked coming Kentucky Derby, lady members that members please bring a picnic type were asked to decorate their best Ken- dish or dessert enough for eight people. tucky Derby hat to be judged by the club. Please bring your own eating utensils and Edie Dieckman was the winner with her plates. Bingo will be played for prizes fol- beautiful, blue-feathered boa horsetail lowing dinner and the meeting. This will hat. Special thanks to all the ladies who be the last meeting until the club resumes participated. on Wednesday, Sept. 9. Keeping with the theme, a game of You don’t have to be a member to join chance was played by way of the horse in the fun. Guests are always welcome in races. Six members were horses, six mem- search of good fun, food and people! Until Photo by Michelle Malsch bers were tellers, and one member rolled we meet again … Pennsylvania Club contestants in the Kentucky Derby hat the dice as the “horses” raced against the Submitted by Michelle Malsch call of the dice for their positions around contest at the April meeting.

right away. Watch for an e-mail from me on Sun- marie Castellano, president at donna- New England Club It’s been a wonderful busy year with day, May 17 for specifics about our May [email protected] or (207) 212- lots of great guest speakers and entertain- pizza social. Anyone without an e-mail 6529. Our season runs from the October By Donnamarie Castellano ment. Thank you to our board and com- address will receive a phone call. The club through May each year. Socials are held on mittee members for their efforts in mak- will supply all the pizza, soda and water. the third Thursday during those months. Members please join us on Thursday, ing sure we had interesting socials each Members will supply refreshments. The first social will be Thursday, Oct. 15, May 21 at 1 p.m. in the Recreation Center month. And a special thank you to our Last month everyone enjoyed our at 1 p.m. in the Arbor Club Ballroom. Ballroom. Please note this is a change of member Marge Robinson, who has creat- speaker from the Grand Oaks Resort and You do not have to be from New Eng- venue. ed many beautiful crocheted items for our Carriage Museum in Weirsdale. Informa- land … we love to socialize with every- May is our last social of the season and raffles. And special thanks to all our mem- tion about the museum, tours and the Bis- one! We just hope you have a love of New it’s also our annual pizza social. I hope ev- bers who bring delicious refreshments to tro, which is located on the premises, was England as we all do. eryone who is attending the pizza party share and who generously give food and shared with all. See you on Thursday, May 21 at 1 p.m. had a chance to sign up during April. If other items to our designated charity each For newcomers interested in joining in the Recreation Center Ballroom. not, and you plan to attend, please call me month. us next season, please contact Donna-

planted. The Virginia Creeper seemed to provide food for native species? To what Native fit the definition of weed there rather well. extent does it crowd out other native spe- Plant Group However, in another part of the yard cies? the Virginia Creeper has been allowed to While we’re looking for the answers, By Ron Broman flourish, and the grass has been removed, it’s probably a good idea to initiate some although not particularly aggressive, as degree of control, namely digging up the weed. some of the plants. We’re not yet ready The part of our garden where Hedge to sample the rhizomes however, unless A weed is a weed is a weed except … Nettle, Stachys floridana, is now success- someone convinces us they’re particularly Webster describes a weed as “a plant ful, is populated by several species that delicious or at least palatable. that is not valued where it is growing and we have planted. It is doing rather well, as A weed is a weed is a weed unless … Do is usually of rank [excessive or vigorous] are most of the others. It has, in fact, been you have any plants that fit that category? growth, [enough to choke] out more de- described as an aggressive wildflower that sirable plants.” spreads rapidly and is often hard to con- CUSTOMER SERVICE Our garden has been affectionately trol especially in moist sites. named the Garden of Weedin’, I assume It is also called rattlesnake weed be- that describes my major occupation there, cause its edible white swollen and seg- Friendship Commons which it doesn’t … usually. mented rhizomes remind one of the 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Weeding, therefore, assumes the pres- snake’s rattles. [email protected] ence of unwanted and/or aggressive Now comes the interesting challenge. (352) 236-OTOW (236-6869) plants. Case in point: I weeded this after- One source describes it as “somewhat of noon by removing Virginia Creeper vine a weed.” So far it has remained in the one Office will be closed that had begun to overtake our hedge of area where grass is the weed. Wednesday, May 20, Photo by Ron Broman Walter Viburnum, Wax Myrtle, Simpson If its rhizomes are edible what or who noon to 1 p.m. Virginia Creeper. Stopper, and Ocala Anise, which we had eats them? Do other parts of the plant

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2015-05 Oticon Timber Ridge Hearing FL Ad Symphony 10x10.indd 1 4/13/2015 11:20:40 AM 18B The World News May 2015 sophisticated luxuries. In the next four Hall in Clearwater was a show to remem- outstanding show with a mouth-watering Travel years, MSC will be adding four new ships. ber. The actress playing Lucy gave an out- buffet. Toppers It is the third largest cruise operator fol- standing performance. In addition, the MSC Divina Miami lowing Carnival and Royal Caribbean. Call Linda Hein at (352) 861-9880 to Bermuda cruise in April 2016 and the By Cathy Barbero The majority of their ships travel the to book for the “25th Annual Putnam Royal Caribbean cruise in December Mediterranean. In 2008, the Opra became County Spelling Bee” on Saturday, June 2015, still have openings. Call Inge Gaitch their first ship to come for the winter to 6 at the Alhambra Theatre in Jacksonville. at (352) 237-7428 to reserve your balco- the United States to cruise the Eastern and Opened in 1967, the Alhambra is the na- ny cabin. Many residents have asked for informa- Western Caribbean. The Divina, one of tion’s longest continually running profes- Our new spring/summer 2015 Travel tion about the MSC Cruise Line. MSC their newest ships, is a true goddess of the sional dinner theatre. Toppers brochure is out, so be sure to stands for Mediterranean Shipping Com- seas divinely inspired by Sophia Loren, There are still three seats available for get your copy from your local post office pany, which was founded in 1970 and is the godmother of their fleet. At the end of the Titanic Gala Dinner Event on Satur- buildings, Recreation Center, Arbor Club, currently the second largest container the winter season in April 2016, this is the day, Sept. 26 in Orlando. Linda Hein is and community buildings for Indigo East shipping line in the world. The wife of one ship that Travel Toppers will use on their also the coordinator. and Candler Hills. of the owners wanted the company to ex- trip to Bermuda. For this sailing, most On Monday, June 8, bookings will be Current information on trips can be pand into luxury ships to cruise the Medi- passengers are in their 60s or older. Thus open for “Give Our Regards to Broadway” found also at www.traveltopperstours.com terranean. In 1989, the Mediterranean there will be few, if any, children on board. on Thursday, Oct. 15, at the Show Palace Join us as we board the coach and begin Shipping Company purchased its first pas- The Travel Toppers Club trip in March in Hudson. Call Beverly Moreau at (352) another Travel Toppers tours new and ex- senger ship. Now MSC has 12 state-of-the to see “I Love Lucy” at the Ruth Eckard 854-2498 to reserve your seat for this citing adventure. Welcome aboard. art ships with the most ultra-modern and

motor coach adventure departing Sunday, The Bermuda cruise departs On Top of get into port late in the evening. All the On The Oct. 4 and is completely sold out. The club the World on Saturday, Sept. 5 for a five- stores and attractions close at 5 p.m. Those Road Again is looking for additional names for the night, six-day cruise departing from Bay- ships do stay one full day and the third day stand-by list in case of cancellations. onne, N.J. There will be a short flight to it leaves by noon. Most attractions, stores By Bob Woods As in the past, all trips booked months Newark, N.J. that includes transportation and sightseeing venues open between in advance do suffer some cancellations for to and from port. The ship will visit the 9:30 and 10 a.m. There is very little time all kinds of reasons and deposits are fully island nation for two solid days enabling allowed ashore. refundable up to final payment. To place passengers the opportunity to completely On the Road Again tries to get the The club has two fantastic trips sched- your name on the stand-by list, no deposit explore the island. Ships staying two days “most for the cheapest” in selecting plac- uled for the fall months: a motor coach is required and all it takes is a phone call to or longer in Bermuda sail from the north- es of travel including cruises, coach trips trip to the “Crescent City” of New Or- John Ware at (352) 873-3516. Please also east and not from Florida. Florida cruises, and trips overseas. Any questions on the leans and a cruise to the ever popular is- feel free to check out pricing and a brief past and present, state they stay in Bermu- cruise, please call Bob Woods at (352) land of Bermuda. itinerary on the club’s website at www. da for three days. This is incorrect. 854-0702 or check out the club’s website The New Orleans trip is a seven-day bobwoodsontheroadagain.com. Generally, the first day, Florida ships at www.bobwoodsontheroadagain.com.

Gorgonzola and cranberry spread served Rosenzweig and Ed Bodnar. Nancy and Mullen started things off with two hors Favorite with whole-wheat crackers. John Van Gorden prepared and served d’oeuvres. The first was large mushroom- Recipes Rhea and Jim Russell then served a two appetizers: crabmeat cream cheese crab puffs. The second was amazing white Dinner Club modified Waldorf salad with a creamy spread and hot cheese crisps on party rye. trash puff balls. Pat and Russ then served lemon dressing. Sue and Bob then served Following the appetizers, Gail and Ed the main meal. They served a seasonal fruit By Luke Mullen the main meal. They celebrated the arrival served their Irish-themed meal of corned salad. For the main course, they prepared of spring with a cookout at their house. beef and cabbage. Accompanying this chicken imperial. This was baked chicken Prepared was charcoal-grilled chicken, were carrots and homemade Irish soda breast in a sherry cream sauce over a bed March brought another fun and en- served with their favorite potato salad, bread. of egg noodles with sautéed mushrooms tertaining evening to our club members. Texas beans and dinner rolls. After the meal, Annette and Paul Hodg- and steamed broccoli. Three dinners were held at club members’ Joie and Joel Kurtz then served three es served their dessert. In keeping with the Carolle and Tom Carlton then served homes for 20 diners. different desserts: double chocolate fudge St. Patrick’s Day theme, they prepared an the dessert of strawberry shortcake made Our first dinner hosts were Sue and brownies, peanut butter cheesecake, and Irish teacake topped with fresh strawber- of angel food pineapple cake, Florida Bob Wilkes. Two hors d’oeuvres were pre- fresh blueberry glazed lemon pie. They ries and whipped cream. strawberries and whipped cream. pared and brought by Phyllis and Al Rich- were a hit! Pat and Russ McNulty were the hosts Our club is currently looking for new ards. The first was Mexican chili cheese Hosting our second dinner were Gail for our third dinner. Kathy and Luke couple members. If interested, call Luke dip with scooper chips. The second was at (352) 304-8104 for more information. May 2015 The World News 19B approaching. The temperatures will start Community Pools ticipants and events will include the West Active Living to feel like they are in the triple digits Port High School R.O.T.C. Honor Guard, Warm weather has arrived and what and you will want to make sure you are musical selections from the Concert Cho- better place to enjoy the outdoors than By Theresa Fields well hydrated by drinking plenty of water rus and Sunshine Singers, a retired mili- taking a refreshing dip in one of the com- when participating in outdoor activities. tary guest speaker, Staff Sgt. Irving Lock- munity pools? Please remember when We’d like to thank everyone who er, U.S. Army and the traditional placing utilizing the pool areas that pets, coolers, participated in the Hands Across the of the memorial wreath. This event is food and alcohol are prohibited on the Highway Art Expo this year. This show sponsored by the On Top of the World’s (352) 854-8707 ext. 7530 pool deck. Plastic water bottles are only al- displayed the fine art from many of our Lions Club. [email protected] lowed in the designated areas. Please note talented residents and folks from the sur- that pool rules are posted around all pools Happy Hour rounding area. Spring is in the air and summer is now and non-compliance will result in loss of Last month’s themed Happy Hour privileges! was held on Friday, April 10, and some of We ask that you please have resident our residents were seen dressed like rock I.D. available when visiting the pool ar- stars. We had three winners who walked * eas. Rules and procedures are strictly en- away with trophies and a free day trip to forced. A resident must accompany their the Hard Rock Casino in Tampa, Fla. Our EVENTS guest(s). Please note that children under next themed Happy Hour will be on Fri- * Schedule and performers subject to change. For the latest information, the age of 15 are not permitted in the fami- day, May 1, as we celebrate the Kentucky please visit www.ontopoftheworldinfo.com or tune into Bright House 732. ly pools until after noon during weekdays! Derby. So pull out those fancy hats and If you have a medical reason that would prepare to dress the part. The entertain- require a cooler present, you will need to ment line-up for May is as follows: Friday, May 1 Thursday, May 14 submit a letter to the Homeowners Asso- • May 1: Kentucky Derby-themed “Kentucky Derby” Happy Hour with Farmer’s Market ciation requesting “special accommoda- with Solid Gold (Recreation Cen- Solid Gold The Town Square tions” and receive approval. ter Ballroom) Recreation Center Ballroom 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pool monitors are now present at the • May 8: Fred Campbell (Arbor 4 to 8 p.m. Recreation Center pool. Club) Friday, May 15 Please note when using an iPod, radio • May 15: Danny & Johnny (Recre- Rudy Turner Happy Hour with Danny & Johnny or cell phone while at the pool, please be ation Ballroom) The Town Square Recreation Center Ballroom courteous to others and keep at a low tone • May 22: Power Play (Arbor Club) 7 to 10 p.m. 4 to 8 p.m. or use ear phones. • May 29: Automatic (Recreation Saturday, May 2 Pool Closure Center Ballroom) Karen Hall Please note that The Pub is no longer The Recreation Center pool will be The World Has Talent The Town Square providing food service during Happy closing after the Labor Day holiday for Circle Square Cultural Center 7 to 10 p.m. Hour at the Recreation Center Ballroom. approximately 30 days due to renovations 7 p.m. However, residents are permitted to bring that will be taking place to the outdoor $10 per resident Saturday, May 16 snacks to Happy Hour when they are held For tickets, call (352) 854-3670. pool and deck areas. Recorded Favorites Seminole Hard Rock Casino at the Recreation Center Ballroom. All Recorded Favorites The Town Square drinks and alcoholic beverages must be 7 to 10 p.m. The Town Square Join us for an exciting day at the Semi- purchased from the bar and will not be 7 to 10 p.m. nole Hard Rock Casino in Tampa, Fla., on permitted from outside sources. Thursday, May 21 Tuesday, May 12. The cost of the trip is Resident I.D. is required for entry into Thursday, May 7 Farmer’s Market $20 per person, which covers transporta- Happy Hour and guest fees apply. Farmer’s Market The Town Square tion. Pre-registration is required. Community Information 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Town Square Social Hour Wi-fi is available at the following facili- 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Social Hour Join us for a relaxing evening with ties: Hobby Building, Recreation Center Friday, May 8 Arbor Club Ballroom friends and neighbors on Thursday, May (fitness center, library, veranda and lobby) 4 to 6 p.m. 21, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Arbor Club Arbor Club, Arbor Conference Center, Happy Hour with Fred Campbell Ballroom. The entertainer for the evening and Indigo East and Candler Hills Com- Arbor Club Ballroom Friday, May 22 will be Tony with Sounds of Time playing munity Centers. 4 to 8 p.m. Happy Hour with Power Play soft sounds on the keyboard. A cash bar Upcoming Events in June and hors d’oeuvres will be provided. For Recorded Favorites Arbor Club Ballroom • Friday, June 5: Lazy River Cruise 4 to 8 p.m. more information, contact the Recreation The Town Square Center Office. This is a free event for all • Friday, June 12: Themed “Luau 7 to 10 p.m. Party” with Retro Express Recorded Favorites residents. • Tuesday, June 16: St. Johns River Saturday, May 9 The Town Square Memorial Day Service 7 to 10 p.m. Cruise Rockin’ 60s Party – Paul Revere’s Join us for a Memorial Day service on • Thursday, June 18: Seminole Hard Raiders featuring Mitch Ryder Saturday, May 23 Monday, May 25, at 9:30 a.m. in the Rec- Rock Casino Circle Square Cultural Center reation Center Ballroom as we remember • Friday, June 19: Singing River Gnarley Charlie 7 p.m. the men and women of the United States The Town Square Cruise $23-27 per resident 7 to 10 p.m. Armed Forces. Honored guests include all Stay Safe! For tickets, call (352) 854-3670. active duty and retired military personnel. Thursday, May 28 The invocation and benediction will be GOT TRASH? Barry & Nancy by Pastor Michael Sims, with Ocala West The Town Square Home Delivery of the World News / United Methodist Church. Other par- Please put all trash in compactor. 7 to 10 p.m. June Issue and Master the Possibilities Summer Catalog Tuesday, May 12 Farmer’s Market Community Clean-up Day The Town Square Please visit www.otowinfo.com 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for more information or call (352) 236-OTOW (6869). Friday, May 29 Seminole Hard Rock Casino Happy Hour with Automatic Tampa, Fla. Recreation Center Ballroom $20 per person 4 to 8 p.m. To pre-register, call (352) 854-8707 x7530 or x7533. Silver Creek The Town Square Wednesday, May 15 7 to 10 p.m. Master the Possibilities Summer Catalog Saturday, May 30 Available online at www.masterthe- Recorded Favorites possibilities.com or at the Education The Town Square Center. 7 to 10 p.m. 20B The World News May 2015 ®

® Vol. 28, No. 11 May 2015 | Section C Where the fun never ends! RECREATION menker’s Team #3 finished in fourth place championship team include Ray (Banjo at 11-9 and Mike Retter’s Team #4 fin- Boy) Stover, Gene (The Machine) Hue- Billiards Team #1 ished in 10th place with a 3-9 record. ber, Mike (Young Gun) Carver, George The league consists of 12 teams rep- (Rhode Island Red) Deignan, David resenting adult communities in Marion (Magic) Wright and Richard (The Prince) Finishes First County including On Top of the World, Impresa. New members include Dapper By Richard Impresa Oak Run, Palm Cay, Ocala Palms, Fair- Dan Newby, Rapid Ronnie Cruce and field Village, Cheerywood and Stone Phast Phil Panzera. The Marion County Senior Men’s Bil- team posted a 20-0 record to become the Creek. The season ran for 20 weeks with If I had to credit our success to any one liard League concluded their 2014-2015 only undefeated team in the league’s 13- 36 games played each week for a total of factor, I could say it’s our dedication, com- season with our own Team #1 finishing year history. 720 racks of pool for each six man team, mitment, determination, etc. but I would in first place seven years in a row and for Joe Amigliore’s Team #2 finished in 360 eight-ball and 360 nine-ball. be remiss if I didn’t mention our unique the eighth time in the past nine years. The third place with a 13-7 record. Jerry Ka- Returning members from last year’s policy of strict celibacy the day before each match. As former movie heavyweight champion Rocky Balboa’s trainer once said, “Women weaken legs.” So thanks go out to the spouses of our players for making the ultimate sacrifice. In the past, we have had to temporarily suspend players for violating this policy; we even had to permanently expel one (I won’t mention any names but his initials are Fred Adolph). If one of our players slips up, he (or his spouse) reports to me and I will have someone take his place for that match. That’s why we had nine members on the roster instead of just the six needed to play. Several times this year, we have had to play with five players due to this policy but rules are rules and you can’t argue with results. The week of Valentine’s Day we were down to four players and had to call on Jim Kraft to be a substitute so we wouldn’t forfeit the match. Thanks to Jim for his effort and Jean Kraft for her selflessness. Bill Daly runs the league and he is con- templating a summer league with two man teams along with individual tournaments to fill out the off-season. Thanks to Bill for his work keeping the league humming. The captains of the three other teams Photo by Phil Panzera are invited to submit stories and/or pic- Billiards Team #1: Gene Hueber, Phil Panzera, George Deignan, Magic Wright, Richard tures of their team for future columns. Impresa, Mike Carver, Ray Stover, Ronnie Cruce, and Dan Newby. Until next month, keep stroking and keep your tip dry.

a shotgun start and the game was on, uti- later on this year. Who couldn’t see that lizing an alternate shot format. When the coming? Will this become a regular event? Neighborhoods sand had settled and the numbers were Only time will tell. tallied, the Windsor team had the best to- Bill Henzy, a former Windsor resident tal low net score beating Candler Hills by now living in Candler Hills, was asked to Compete in Golf eight strokes. present the “official” trophy to the Wind- By Marge Curran There was a pizza party in the pavilion sor team. This one of a kind trophy was de- after the tournament. There was much signed and built by Candler Hills resident, It began at the dog park, two guys hav- golf carts led by Phil and Helen Markovitz joking and just a little boasting going on Jay List. ing a conversation while their dogs played. with the American flag flying. There was and of course a repeat match was set up for The topic turned, as it often does in On Top of the World, to golf. Where do the better golfers live, Windsor or Candler Hills? Joe Dent insisted it was Windsor and Jim Harvey was confident it was Can- dler Hills. The gauntlet had been thrown and the first Windsor vs. Candler Hills challenge was born. The date and time were set, Thursday, April 2, high noon, at The Tortoise & The Hare golf course. Russ Smith, one of our golf pros, helped Jim and Joe with the logistics of the event. Eighteen residents from Windsor (yellow team) paired up to take on 18 pairs from Candler Hills (blue team). The yellow team members were Joe and Betty Dent, Robert Egger, Pat Maine, Roger Tuttle, Susan Wilkes. Larry Man- ion, Cathleen Hathaway, R.D. Zink, Pau- line Beloin, Dale and M Kay Budd, David and Janis Hannasch, Robert and Chris Garrison, and Henry and Connie Sohl. The blue team members were Jim and Mary Harvey, John Spielvogel, Michelle Kettlewell, Harold and Diane Barnaby, Ed and Laura Rossi, Jerry and Sheila Ashe, Mike Curran, Laurel Rohrer, Jim and Eun- hee Andrews, Randy and Marianne Ford, Dennis Brown, and Sandra DeChambeau. Thursday, April 2 turned out to be a Photo by Marge Curran great day for a game of golf. The Candler Residents of Windsor proudly display their golf trophy after a recent victory over Hills group arrived parade style on their Candler Hills. New R/C Model Car Club Forms By Elliott Wilkins Welcome radio control (R/C) car en- drivers’ skills are put to the test. Most of thusiasts to a new club, one that promises us are new to this very popular sport so to be one of the most exciting and chal- spin-outs and crashes are inevitable, much lenging clubs in On Top of the World – to the delight of the spectators. the R/C Model Car Club. If you have questions or want to join in Discover the excitement of driving and the fun, please let us know. Our members racing 1/10 scale electric R/C cars, trucks can help you select the right car or truck, and buggies. Our temporary track is lo- teach you the basics and get you started. cated in the southwest corner of the R/C As the membership grows, we hope to flying field. You’ll see the track in use most build a drivers’ stand, erect shade cano- afternoons as members practice racing on pies and add hills and jumps to the track. our 100 foot oval or learn to maneuver So come on down – just follow the cars around the twists and turns of the off signs for the R/C flying field past the -Ar road course. Visitors are always welcome! bor Club on SW 94th Street. We’re on the Photo by Elliott Wilkins On Sunday at 1 p.m. the club holds left side of the open field. The R/C Model Car Club holds time trials on Sundays at 1 time trials followed by races. Bring your If you have any questions, contact p.m. on the left side of the R/C flying field. lawn chair to come and watch while our Charlie Fisher at (352) 304-8730. 22C The World News May 2015

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By Denise Johnson CARDS & GAMES

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Bingo has been well attended each By Doris Keathley Wednesday with at least 200 folks. This number increased dramatically on March 24 Wednesday, April 15th! Yep, it was super 1: Joan Lord & Colleen Tobino; 2: John bingo! I will report on some of our lucky & Marie Fiorillo; 3: Dan Lack & Ed winners in the next column. Bodner. Our favorite baker, Micki, had her Monday Afternoon March 31 Friday Night goodies for us all to try. Money went to 1: Joan Lord & Colleen Tobino; 2: Dan March of Dimes. There were also sugar By Shirley Stolly & Carol Johnson Lack & Ed Bodnar; 3: Katie White & By Rose Marie Postin free items. Vernon Siber. March 16 March 6 Jeannette Volk won the big jackpot on 1: Kathie Dushary & Doris Keathley; 2: Wednesday, April 8! She had her lucky 1: RoseMarie Postin; 2: Alberta Caryl Rosenberger & Ida Rosendahl; Wednesday Afternoon Sarris; 3: Poppy Kalen; Cons: Phyllis rabbit’s foot and it sure paid off. Way to go 3: Shirley Stolly & Carol Johnson; 4: Wandrey. Jeanette. Our jackpot returned to $100 af- By Pat Golgart Ed Mathena & Mary Walker. March 13 ter super bingo. March 23 The Pub is open until 6 p.m., for din- March 4 1: RoseMarie Postin; 2: Alberta Sarris; 1: Ida Rosendahl & Carol Rosenberger; 3: Margie Saxon; Cons: Herb Postin. 1: Fran Griswold; 2: Rich Fluet; 3: Pat ner or a snack before Bingo on Wednesday 2: Carol Trexler & Carol Johnson; 3: nights. Great way to have a fun evening Golgart; Cons: Mary Culberson. March 20 Mary Walker & Ed Mathena; 4: Betty 1: Herb Postin; 2: Alberta Sarris; 3: out. Morris & Fran Griswold. March 11 Come and join us for fun evening. Sheila Howell; Cons: Phyllis Wandrey. March 29 1: Helen O’Brien; 2: Fran Griswold; Cons: Pat Golgart. March 27 1: Fran Griswold & Betty Morris; 2: March 18 1: Margie Saxon; 2: Glenda Lins 3: Mah Jongg Caryl Rosenberger & Ida Rosendahl; Norma Yonke: Cons: Poppy Kalen. 3: Joyce Walchak & Marge Starrett; 1: Maureen Meade; 2: Bernie Kelly; By Mary Ehle 4: Shirley Stolly & Carol Johnson. Cons: Mary Culberson. April 6 March 25 Pinochle 1: Ida Rosendahl & Carol Johnson; 2: 1: Dianne Robinson; 2: Pat Golgart; 3: Joan Lord & Doris Keathley; 3: Marge Jean Reis; Cons: Helen O’Brien. Starrett & Joyce Walchak; 4: Fran Now with summer coming, pick a cool Griswold & Betty Morris. spot, invite friends and have an afternoon Thursday Afternoon of fun playing Mah Jongg. I am sure you all Monday Night have your new cards and are enjoying the By Marge Starrett change. I had hoped that they added back By Kathie & Art Dushary Tuesday Night/Double my favorite hand but alas, no such luck. I March 5 always liked the all one number with the Most of our players are mature begin- 1: Mary Walker; 2: Serine Rossi; 3: By Alberta Sarris matching dragons; maybe next year. ners to intermediate level. You do not Rich Fluet. If you want to learn this game, there need to sign up ahead of time or have a March 12 If you have played before and need a will be new classes in August and Octo- partner. Just come to the Card Room by 1: Kay Boland; 2 Marge Starrett; 3: refresher course, we will help you. Please ber. Give me a call at (352) 873-7507 for 6:20 p.m. as we start at 6:30 p.m. We usu- Cleona Redmond. give us a chance and come play with us. more information. It is a very addictive ally have six to eight tables. March 19 March 3 game and you will love it. You will make March 2 1: Mary Rose Janssen; 2: Sharon Table 1: Jim Smith; 2: Ilse Kelsey & Vi new friends and have fun. That is one of 1: Al Kremer; 2: Paul Reidinger; 3: Pat Davis; 3: Pat Golgart; 4: Bernie Kelly. Horton; 3: Joe Scrivo & Virgil Taylor. the first rules, have fun. Hope your sum- Paloncy; 4: Sharon Miller. March 26 March 10 mer is filled with fun. Until next time, jok- March 9 1: Marge Starrett; 2: Cleona Redman; Table 1:Cathy Buchanan & Ann ers to you. 1: Kathie Dushary; 2: Paul Agarwal; 3: Sharon Davis. Pelham; 2: Vi Horton & Norma Yonke; 3: Paul Redinger; 4: Fran Griswold; 5: 3: Joe Scrivo & Virgil Taylor. Phil Devito. March 17 March 16 Thursday Night Table 1: Cathy Buchanan & Verna Harsh; 2: Ilse Kersey & Alberta Sarris. 1: Fran Griswold; 2: Marion Hotz; 3: By Gail Ambrose Sharon Miller; 4: Paul Reidinger; 5: March 24 Sara Anderson. March 5 Table 1: Jim Smith; 2: Alberta Sarris & Norma Yonke. SOCIALIZE WITH US! March 23 1: Ida Rosendahl; 2: Paul Reidinger; 1: Sara Anderson; 2: Judy Wagnitz; 3: 3: Myra Butler; 4: Ed Horner; 5: Susie March 31 facebook.com/sctownsquare Linda Heenan; 4: Shirley Stolly; 5: Al Marta. Table 1: Verna Harsh & Alberta Sarris; Kremer. March 12 2: Jerry Dean & Jim Keller. @CSCommonsFL March 30 1: Ron McNeilly; 2: Howard Sale; 3: 1: Peggy Borro; 2: Shirley Stolly; 3: Ed Shirley Stolly; 4: Paul Reidinger. Tuesday Night/Single Bodnad; 4: Ken Hall. March 19 1: Bob Durst; 2: Sara Anderson; 3: By Whitney Frye Gail Ambrose. March 26 Come and enjoy an exciting time play- 1: Tom Marta; 2: Myra Butler; 3: Keith ing a great card game with great card play- Briggs; 4: Fran Griswold. ers. We will all try to help you enjoy a great card game. Call Whitney at (352) 237- 0388 for more information. See you on Tuesday at 6 p.m. in the Hobby Building. March 3 1: Lois Rider; 2: Mildred Lane; 3: Edith Kolb. March 10 1: Kathlien Pinto; 2: Whitney Frye; 3: Gayle Argano. March 17 1: Andy Mark; 2: Edith Kolb; 3: Lois Uzzell. March 24 1: Walter Hickenlooper; 2: Edith Kolb; 3: Edna Frye. March 31 1: Larry Hartman; 2: Walter Hickenlooper; 3: Edith Kolb. May 2015 The World News 23C best balls of four and you can create your round ever, 75. Jerry Dubose, eagle #7. Golf own foursome. The cost is $25 per player, Janet Juhlin, eagle #7. which includes a cookout and awards af- Links: Gretchen Normandin, eagle By Matt Hibbs ter play. Please register in your respective #17. Mike Maillet, hole-in-one #5. Rudy Golf Shop. Normandin, shot 73 two strokes under his Upcoming Events age. Bill Young, shot his age, 73. THE Tortoise & The Hare: Mike • Saturday, May 2: The Tortoise & Krzeminski, eagles #4 and #9. Bruce Shan- (352) 854-2765 The Hare renovation celebration. felt, hole-in-one #15. Howard Sale, shot [email protected] • Monday, May 4: The Tortoise & 80, 15 strokes under his age. Gail La- The Hare greens renovation be- grange, eagle #5. gins. May is officially here and so are the Congratulations to everyone! summer temperatures. Here are some tips • Wednesday, May 6: Candler Hills Golf Tip of the Month to beat the summer heat and stay hydrated closes at 1 p.m. for Ronstar appli- on the course. Drink plenty of water. Each cation. How do you know what is the best golf golf course has a water cooler every four • Monday, May 11 through Thurs- ball for you? With over 85 different mod- to six holes, so please be sure to use them. day, May 14: Candler Hills closed els of golf balls finding the right one can be Eat a few bananas to keep your potassium for aerification. challenging. Just because one ball is more levels up to prevent cramping. Also be • Monday, May 18 through Wednes- expensive than another doesn’t mean it’s sure to wear a hat and put on sunscreen. day, May 20: Links closed for aeri- the right fit for your game. There are many We all know how damaging the sun can fication. determining factors when choosing the really be. • Monday, May 25: World Memorial right ball. Day Tournament at Candler Hills Most high handicappers need more Photo by Matt Hibbs We would like to thank all who par- Men and women’s club ticipated in the inaugural On Top of the Golf Club. distance and accuracy. If this fits the bill, World Club Championship. Congratula- World Accolades then you need a distance ball with low champions, Ron Madison spin. Too much spin will cause your hooks tions to all the flight winners in both the Candler Hills: Andy Bulloch, and Deborah Martin. or slices to be more severe. men and women’s divisions. A special eagle #14. Denny Norris, hole-in-one If you’re a low handicapper with a high pression ball allows slower swing speeds congratulation goes out to our men and #13. Mary Giannukos, lowest round ever, swing speed, then most likely you will to more easily compress the ball with the women’s club champions, Ron Madison 51. Craig Riber, lowest round ever, 73. need a softer ball. This will help control club face on the downswing and obtain and Deborah Martin. Great playing! Dave Miller, lowest round ever 77. Tona the spin around the greens. greater distance. Choosing a ball with too To wrap up the month of May, Candler Scheibal, eagle #7. Garry Gerlach, hole- Swing speed also determines which much compression will reduce your dis- Hills will host the annual World Memo- in-one #8. Iro Lisinski, hole-in-one #17. ball is best suited for you. If you have a tance off the tee because of not being able rial Day Tournament. The event will be Fred Jankowski, hole-in-one #13. Bob slower swing speed you want a golf ball to fully compress the ball. held Monday, May 25 and will have a 9 Cowie, shot his age, 85. Mike Deahl, low- a.m. shotgun start. The format will be two with less compression. The lower com- Make sure you know your game and est round ever, 73. Mark Monk, lowest choose the right equipment.

ident, Kay Budd, vice-president, Eileen Ladies Gustavus, secretary, Louise Lineman. Water 9-Hole Golf Congratulations, ladies! Charity Event (Individual Net) By Diane Dzik March 17 Flight 1: 45–Caroline East; 47–Myra Aerobics Noel; 49–Kay Budd, Kathie Dushary, By Jo Swing Lorraine Rourke. The charity event was a nice success. Flight 2: 46–Betty Dent; 47–Barbara Cribbs, Joan Rappa; 48–Sheila Ashe. The Water Lilies water aerobics exercise We collected $450 for Sharing Hope Min- group will start Monday, May 4 (weather istries, which supports the homeless. The Flight 3: 38–Judy Parisi; 43–Ethel Mill- er; 45–Mary Hart; 47–Pat Gill. permitting) at 11 a.m. The group meets at Men’s Golf Association contributed $112 the Recreation Center pool. of this amount on their chicken day and Flight 4: 45–Mike Beyer; 46–Carolyn Abramovich; 47–Charlie Hassett; 48– We will meet Monday, Wednesday, and that is very much appreciated. Thanks, Ann Hetzel. Friday through September. guys! Lorraine Rourke planned out a re- One Best Ball Water aerobics is one of the most valu- ally fun tournament. Members had to try March 24 able exercises you can do that does not putting through croquet wickets, manu- 26–Caroline East, Eileen Gustavus. 27– put strain on your joints and muscles. The ally throwing their drive, putting with a Barbara Cribbs. 28–Virginia Bayless, group is open to all. Just show up with paddleball or through other obstacles. Susane Trembulak. your noodle. For more information, call The last meeting of the 2014–2015 Scramble Jo Swing at (352) 237-4564. season was held on Tuesday, April 7. We April 7 are still looking to fill the spot of treasurer. 38–Virginia Bayless, Pat Gill, Kathy Hall, The awards banquet was held Wednesday, Susan Wilkes. 39–Eve Harvey, Serine LOST PET? April 15. Newly installed officers are pres- Rossi, Susane Trembulak. 40–Carolyn Abramovich, Connie Deignan, Eileen If you have a missing pet or Photo (left) by Diane Dzik Gustavus. 41–Marcie Hock, Louise Line- have found a dog or cat, Eve-Lynn Harvey and man, Carol Moravec, Joan Rappa; Mike please call the S.P.C.A. Carol Bell watch as Connie Beyer, Grace Bock, Donna Liphardt, Linda Mandela; Kay Budd, Jean Flynn, hotline at (352) 362-0985. Deignan tries her putt. Lora Rossi, Agnes Tetti. 24C The World News May 2015 the first day’s play, the CHMGA staged a 138–Ron Fulton, Jim Andrews, Tom Joe Jingco & Dave Green; +27–Tom Candler Hills valiant second day charge that fell just a Dolan & Ed Pozsony; 136–Tom Garri- Garrison, Paul Rubly, JC VanBloom Men’s Golf few points short of victory. As is the cus- son, Gil Brooks, Chris Lyndrup & Billy & Don Huston; +22–Craig Riber, Mike tom, the matches were again played in Kilmer; 133–Dave Berryman, JC Van- Deahl, Tony Bruno & Randy Ford; +18– a spirit of fellowship, integrity and true Bloom, Paul Sepulveda & Stan Jarmel. Larry Joseph, Bryant Giffin, Dennis By Joe Alfano Four-Man Modified Scramble sportsmanship. Norris & Bob Cowie; +16–Dave Martin, March 24 Ron Shoner, Tom Martinetto & Jim Mc- Early May will see our association at- 277–Fritz Langville, Ron Thompson, Grath. tempt to capture the “Veterans Cup” as Four-Man Worst Drive They say that the month of May is Ralph Solvold & Armando Pena; Tie at we again challenge members from Stone 283–Walt Pacuk, Harvey Howd, Pete Scramble when you can expect flowers to bloom in Creek in yet another Ryder Cup match April 7 all manner of resplendent colors. Person- Peterson & Bobby Grich and Chris play type format. Members can inquire Jett, Tim O’Neil, Jim Bernie & Rudy 65–Jim Andrews, Bruce Venslavsky, ally, I would like to think that the month of within the Golf Shop to signup. Normandin; 284–Tony Misterly, Jim Jim McGrath & Billy Loes; 68–Pat Clay- May would also be the time when my golf We welcome newest member Terry Andrews, Ed O’Leary & John Spielvo- ton, Dan Gill, Ron Thompson & Stan game finally begins to bloom in all its nat- Sigler to the cornucopia of diverse per- gel. Jarmel; Tie at 71–Tom Garrison, Chuck ural wonder. Alas, I’m beginning to resign sonalities that encompass our company of Four-Man Team Quota Lafferty, Dennis Norris & Phil Moherek myself to the fact the only thing blooming gentlemen golfers. We consider ourselves March 31 and Ron Fulton, Tony Misterly, Andy in all its natural wonder in my game is rag- an eclectic ensemble that enjoys the golf, +40–Dave Berryman, Jim Andrews, Bulloch & Don Huston. weed, dandelions and chickweed. competition and post-round festivities in Congratulations go out to 2015 Cham- no particular order. Anyone else interest- pion Dave Martin on his impressive dis- ed in playing in such an environment can ton, Jim Harvey, James Moran and play of golf in our Match Play Champion- contact me at [email protected] for Men’s Golf George Noltensmeyer, George Blan- ship. Dave outlasted worthy opponent Jon more information. Association kenship, Wally Schiff, Alan Mudd. Hill in the finals to garner the trophy and Four Man Three Best Balls Groucho Marx once quipped, “I would March 11 all the trappings that come with it (light- By Tom Cummings never join a club that would have him as 173–Ron Abramovich, Paul Wade, Tom hearted sarcasm, harmless chicanery and a member.” Having no such qualms about the bar bill). A hearty well played also Fragapane, Armando Pena. Tie at 174– playing in this association the past month Joe Bologna, Roger Whittle, Larry Zie- goes out to all the competitors who put was Mike Deahl, Jay List and Chad Robin- Ryder Cup fever hit Candler Hills and ser, Tom Pasch and Steve Becker, Da- their games on display in this tournament. son (73), Pat Clayton (74), Dave Berry- vid Miller, Mike Maillet, Harold Barnaby. A tip of the fedora goes out to Tour- man (75), Paul Rubly and Tom Garrison On Top of the World this month. Each club had 50 members play. First day was Individual Net nament Director Dennis Norris and his (77), Chuck Lafferty, JC VanBloom, Jim March 18 committee for all the time and effort put Andrews and Larry Joseph (78) and Gar- played on the Links with On Top of the World leading 31 to 19. Candler Hills Flight 1: 63–Gary Hassett; Tie at 64– into running of this event. Special kudos ry Gerlach and Joe Jingco (79). A robust Pete Trgovic, Jon Hill; 66–Charlie Dove. came rushing back on their home course goes out to Head Pro Denise Mullen for well-played to this past month’s “Wizards Flight 2: Tie at 67–Ed Duke, Dale on the second day, with On Top of the extending us her sage advice and expertise of Whack.” Budd; 68–Jay Bouton; 69–Dave Han- during these past tournament weeks. As always, may I continue to wish ev- World hanging on for a 52-1/2 to 47-1/2 nasch. Staying within that vein of champion- eryone “a life full of nothing but fairways final score. Overall, it was both fun and a Flight 3: Tie at 63–Francis Caprez, Ar- ship golf, we extend congratulations to and greens.” little nerve racking for most who played. mando Pena; Tie at 64–Jack Hegarty, the On Top of the World MGA on their Four-Man Three Best In other news, Mike Maillet had a hole- Ron Cleveringa; 65–Tary Bole. retaining of this year’s Ryder Cup trophy. Stableford in-one on #5 on the Links. Chicken Day Flight 4: 59–Robert Meyer; 61–James Down a substantial amount of points after March 17 was a success with awards presented to all Andrews; 62–Norm Lallier; Tie at 63– who won their flights in the MGA Cham- Joe Bologna, Jerry Chase. pionship: Tommy Cummings, Rudy Nor- Flight 5: 62–John Ricciardone; Tie at mandin, Doug Coleman, Joe Bologna, 63–Bob Eggar, Barry Barringer; 64– Mike Almon, John Langville, Joe Poliz- Roy Hera; 65–Harold Barnaby. zotti, Paul Wade and Charlie Dove. Team Stableford Chicken Day Scramble March 25 March 4 182–Dave Hannasch, James Andrews, 61–William Miller, Ed Klodzen, Jon Jack Hegarty, Barry Barringer. Tie at Hill. Tie at 63–Henry Sohl, Jim Tait, 174–Mike Flynn, Don Noel, Ted Foster, Dutch Schulze, Norm Lallier and Tom Harvey Howd and John Langville, Joe Weiss, Bill Wertz, Dan Carty, Bob Egg- Jingo, Tary Bole, Bernie James. 172– ar. Tie at 64– Robert Meyer, Jay Bou- William Miller, Pete Trgovic, Francis Caprez, John Ricciardone.

Photo by Kay Budd Awards were presented at Chicken Day to all those who won their flights in the MGA Championship. May 2015 The World News 25C lenge our abilities. We welcome them all way you do, good or bad. position. Tennis and wish them a wonderful experience on Groove Theory of Habits You can see in the resulting waiver ex- the courts. actly where the old habit was halted and By Jorge Privat I would also like to congratulate the One hears a lot of talk about groov- the new willpower took over. Usually entire tennis family for following the rules ing one’s strokes in tennis. The theory is the battle is won only after a great deal of and regulations of the game and for con- a simple one: every time you swing your struggle and frustration over the course of tinuing to maintain the traditions of ca- racquet in a certain way, you increase the some time. probabilities that you will swing that way (352) 387-7539 maraderie and good sportsmanship every It is a painful process to fight one’s way time you come to the courts. again. In this way, patterns called grooves out of a deep mental groove. It’s like dig- It was my intention to write about the build up, which have a predisposition to ging yourself out of a trench. But there be repeated. I am happy to tell you we have gained “volley” to follow my previous column, is a natural and more childlike method. however, I think it is important to under- Golfers use the same term. A child doesn’t dig his way out of his old some enthusiastic new players who bring It is as if the nervous system were like with them their own style of play to chal- stand what makes you hit any stroke the grooves; he simply starts new ones! The a record disk. Every time an action is per- groove may be there, but you’re not in it formed, a slight impression is made in the unless you put yourself there. If you think to increase your strength without increas- microscopic cells of the brain, just as a leaf you are controlled by a bad habit, then you Back at ing your muscle size. This strength gain blowing over a fine grain beach of sand will feel you have to try to break it. A child The Ranch is due to improving the efficiency of the will leave its faint trace. When the same doesn’t have to break the habit of crawl- neuro-muscular system. In simple terms action is repeated, the groove is made ing, because he doesn’t think he has a hab- slightly deeper. After many similar actions By David Gibas this means that the nerves can “talk” to the it. He simply leaves it as he finds walking muscles more efficiently. This translates there is a more recognizable groove into an easier way to get around. into your body being able to recruit more which the needle of behavior seems to fall Habits are statements about the past, muscle fibers therefore when you can use automatically. Then, the behavior can be and the past is gone; I am not even sure it (352) 861-8180 termed grooved. www.theranchfitnessspa.com more of your muscle you are stronger. This exists, since I don’t experience it except as does not necessarily increase your muscle Because these patterns are serving a a memory or as a concept in the present. function, the behavior is reinforced or re- Women and Weights size. There may be a deep groove in the nervous To increase your muscle size there is warded and tends to continue. The deeper system, which will take your forehand It is extremely typical for personal a very specific demand that needs to be the groove in the nervous system, the on the rollover trip if you choose to step trainers to assign exercise prescriptions put on the muscle. Muscle growth comes harder it seems to be to break the habit. into that trench; on the other hand, your that are vastly different for their male and from a stress (strength training) that is We have all had the experience of de- muscles are as capable as they ever were of female clients. placed on the muscle fibers. This stress to ciding that we will not hit a tennis ball a swinging your racquet through flat. Workouts for male clients typically in- the muscle needs to be significant enough certain way again. For example, it would There is no need to strain all the mus- volve challenging strength-training exer- to cause microscopic damage to the tissue. seem to be a simple matter to keep your cles in the arm to keep the racquet steady. cises with heavy loads. The workouts cre- Your body is a very protective mechanism eye on the ball once you understand the In fact, it requires fewer muscles to keep ated for female clients more likely revolve and will work to repair this microscopic obvious benefits of doing so. But time and it steady than it does to wave it over and around high repetitions, light weights, sta- damage; this cellular repair is responsible time again we take our eyes off it. Often, in under. Fighting the fantasy of old habits bility balls, and floor exercises. for the hypertrophy (increase in size) of fact, the harder we try to break a habit, the is what causes the conscientious tennis These exercises won’t get the same re- your muscle. Momentary muscle fatigue harder it becomes. player to strain and tighten unnecessarily. sults. There is no real reason (except for (when you feel like you need a break from If you watch a player trying to correct In short, there is no need to fight old personal limitation) that gender should that exercise) is an appropriate training the habit of changing the position of the habits. Start new ones. It is the resisting of dictate different strength training pre- response to facilitate this type of strength racquet when contacting the ball, he will an old habit that puts you in that trench. scriptions. Men and women both build training. Although “no pain, no gain” is usually be seen gritting his teeth and ex- Starting a new pattern is easy when done muscle the same way however women certainly not an appropriate measure for erting all his will power to get out of his with childlike disregard for imagined dif- have less muscle mass and less of the hor- all workouts. If you want to increase your old groove. Watch his racquet. After it hits ficulties. You can prove this to yourself mones that drive muscle growth therefore muscle size and change your body, you do the ball, it will begin to turn over, follow- by your own experience. See you on the the results are different. have to push yourself to a point of fatigue, ing the old pattern; then his muscles will courts! Strength training with higher loads which might take you out of your comfort tighten and force it to return to the flat (bringing the muscle to fatigue or fail- zone a bit. ure) is what builds muscle. Both men and Ladies, The Ranch has a challenge for women will build muscle with this type of you! Join us on Friday, May 22 for a ladies training however the muscle growth is rel- workout and night out! We will lead you ative to the amount of muscle fiber. That in an X-Camp workout (designed to build being said, there are many unique issues muscle and burn fat) and then we will that separate the genders: woman deal celebrate at the Candler Hills Restaurant with pregnancy, hormone changes etc. immediately following the workout. In- These gender specific issues can interrupt dulge in healthy appetizers and signature or change your workouts for a time, but “skinny” cocktails. Don’t miss this ladies overall when it comes to building muscle only event (for Ranch members only or and reducing fat, woman should train like with the purchase of a guest pass) ... sorry men. no guys allowed! Ladies … do you know what it takes to increase muscle size? First let’s make sure LEASH LAW we understand the difference between increasing strength and increasing muscle Dogs must be on a leash size (hypertrophy), which are two different things. It is absolutely possible for you at all times. 26C The World News May 2015 nation of ingredients helped to firm up weeks of play: during our spring season, which began Horseshoe the pits, making for improved playability. March 17 with matches played on Tuesday, April 7 Club Thanks go out to all who helped in this 1: Carl Buchanan (19.5 wins/10.5 loss- and will conclude on Tuesday, June 30. project, including the folks at the Softball es); 2: Ed Klodzen (16.5 wins/10.5 loss- Spring season results: es); 3: Ed Lalonde (16 wins/11 losses). By Jim Russell League who graciously allowed our use of April 7 their spare clay. March 24 1: Ed Lalonde (3 wins/0 losses) 2: On Wednesday, March 25, the back- 1: Carl Buchanan (22 wins/11 losses); 2: (three way tie) Henry Vieu, Carl Bu- stops on all pits were replaced with new Ed Lalonde (19 wins/11 losses); 3: Ed chanan and Ed Bodnar (2 wins/1 loss). New players continue to join our Tues- Klodzen (16.5 wins/10.5 losses). Our travel team finished in third place treated lumber. The project was com- March 31 day morning play and we hope to see even pleted a few days later with a fresh coat in the Tri-County Horseshoe League. We Final Standings for the Winter Season finished just one game out of second place more new faces in the coming weeks. On of paint. We want to thank Theresa Fields 1: Carl Buchanan (24 wins/12 losses); 2: Monday, March 16, we had an excellent for approving this renovation project and Ed Lalonde (21 wins/12 losses); 3: Ed and only four games out of first place. turn out of volunteers to move some new having the work completed in a timely Klodzen (18.5 wins/11.5 losses). To give you an idea of just how close the competition was, we lost one game by a clay dirt that we mixed into the sand in manner. Congratulations to our top three finish- margin of less than one point. In review- each of the horseshoe pits. This combi- Cumulative results for the last four ers in the winter season competition and ing the scores, it was determined that had thanks to all the others who participated: we scored just four additional ringers at Carrie Beisler, Henry Vieu, Dan Ebb- crucial points in the season competition, ighausen, Jim Russell, Ed Bodnar, Pete we might have finished in first place. But Swanson, Dan Moore, Jack Barnes, Don that’s a case of woulda, coulda, shoulda! Babcock, Rick French, Paul Pardee, Dave There is always next year. Hannasch, Bob Egger and Art Bartlewski. Hope we can add your name to this list

of any Mid State tournament since its in- Candler Hills ception, a magnificent breakfast buffet Ladies 18-Hole arranged and contributed by our members, a lovely lunch prepared and served By Pam Monk in house, tireless volunteers who were the backbone of the event, a successful money tree raffle, talk of the town table arrangements and a supportive and hard working Spring has finally sprung and we wel- Golf Shop. come in the warmer weather so we can Golfing highlights start with Iro Li- consistently come out and play league sinski shooting a hole in one on #17; golf. Also, sadly it is time to say goodbye our players collecting 160 points toward Photo by Ed Bodnar to our snowbirds. We wish them all a good the Mid State Cup (20 points for each Members of the Horseshoe travel team for 2015 are Ed summer. achievement) reported below; prize mon- Klodzen, team captain Dan Ebbighausen, Carrie Beisler, Our annual meeting will be held on ey wins by Bev Ovrebo, Iro Lisinski, Judy Thursday, May 7, following golf. Lunch is Ed Lalonde, Jim Russell, Carl Buchanan and Dan Moore. McGrath, Lynne Thesman, Gail Banavige, provided and we will have our election of Toni Stevenson, Piper Thomas and Gail the 2015-2016 board of directors. Please Schultz; and a lot of fun and good cama- plan on attending. We will award achieve- raderie. ment pins and crown our club champion. Upcoming events are the Solheim Cup, The Club Championship will be deter- an event put on by the Golf Shops be- mined from play on Thursday, April 23 tween On Top Of the World and Candler and Thursday, April 30. Results will be Hills golf club members. Although this is published in next month’s column so stay not a league event, many of our members tuned. participate and we practiced the Best Ball New golf shirts have been ordered and and Alternate Shot formats on Thursday, should be ready soon. We selected a lovely April 2. As of this writing, one day of the lilac shade, which comes in many sizes and tournament has been contested on Thurs- can be paired with many other colors. day, April 9. The standing after nine-hole Fresh from hosting our awesome Mid best ball and nine-hole alternate shot is State golf event on Thursday, March 19, On Top of the World 14 and Candler Hills we are high on a great finish, taking us 12. from last place in the standings to first Mid State Event – Low Gross, place with 280 points and only two more Low Net & Low Putts tournaments left to play in the season, March 19 Seven Rivers and Ocala Palms hosting Flight 1 Low Net: 65–Judie Anderson. for Rainbow Springs. Information on Flight 1 Low Putts: 28–Pam Carpenter. Mid State and other invitational events Flight 2 Low Gross: 82–Donna Smith. are posted on our website and kept in our Flight 2 Low Putts: 30–Kathy Smyth. member book at the Golf Shop. Flight 4 Low Nets: 66–Vicky Salyers. Non golfing highlights of the March Flight 4 Low Putts: 33–Laurel Rohrer. Mid State event included the largest field Flight 5 Low Gross: 91–Pam Monk. Flight 5 Low Net: 67–Betty Werner.

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Ladies 18-Hole Golf

By Susan Rhodes

The Solheim Cup topped off a very busy month of golf, and I am happy to report that the Ladies 18-Hole League, winning 28-1/2 to 20-1/2, took the cup back from Candler Hills. “Hear-hear” to all the ladies! After the event, all the ladies enjoyed a good time at The Pub. Congratulations to Deborah Martin who is both our club and league champion, after scoring low gross for each event. Our own Iro Lisinksi scored a hole- in-one on #17 at Candler Hills on Thurs- day, March 19 during the Mid-State golf event. She very generously treated us all to a round of drinks at The Pub following the Solheim Cup. Gretchen Normandin eagled #17 on the Links on the last day of Photo by Larry Lucieer the club championship (Tuesday, March Ladies 18-Hole Golf Solheim participants. 31), and Gail LaGrange followed with an eagle on The Tortoise & The Hare #5 on March 17/Links 241–Deborah Martin. son, Angelita Pena. Tuesday, April 7. Kudos to all! Flight 1: 30–Beverly Ovrebo. Tie at 34– Flight 1 Gross: 260–Beverly Ovrebo. Best 9 Flighted (Net) At our awards banquet, attended by 45 Peggy Borro, Christine McIntire. Tie at 261–Gretchen Normandin. April 7/Tortoise & The Hare Flight 1 Net: 209–Iro Lisinski. 210– ladies, we honored our most improved 36–Susan Maillet, Sandra DeCham- Flight 1: 30–Gail LaGrange. 32–Nancy beau, Connie Sohl, Harriet Hawkins, Peggy Borro. Zielinski. 33–Linda Blewitt. 34–Gretch- player, Joyce Jones, who improved her Flight 2 Gross: 269–Janet Juhlin. 287– en Normandin. Tie at 35–Beverly handicap index five points over the year. Rosemarie O’Neil, Deborah Martin. Flight 2: 31–Ellie Rapacz. 32–Carole Connie Sohl. Ovrebo, Lynne Dickson, Deborah Mar- Congratulations, Joyce! Also, receiving Robinson. 34–Judith Pasch. 35–Mary Flight 2 Net: 208–Rosemarie O’Neil. tin. honors were the winners of the Ringer McAtee. 36–Carol Johnson. Tie at 37– 213–Linda Bervinkle. Flight 2: 31–Sandy Chase. Tie at 32– contest. The ringer score reflects the total Angelita Pena, Dea Johnson, Yoshiko Flight 3 Gross: 276–Mary Lyon. 299– Mary Driver, Mary Muller, Mary Lyon. of the lowest net score on each hole for Young, Dawn Hagberg. Susan Rhodes. 33–Rosemarie O’Neill. Tie at 34–Con- each player over the period from the first LGA Championship Flight 3 Net: 214–Susan Maillet. 218– nie Sohl, Margaret Hudacik. Tuesday in October to the last day of the March 24, 26 & 31/Links, Molly Lucieer. Flight 3: Tie at 32–Fumie Veatch, Geri league championship. The Tortoise & The Hare, Links Flight 4 Gross: 303–Jo-Ann Roney. Treppa. 33–Susan Maillet. Tie at 34– The awards banquet marks the chang- Overall League Champion (Gross): 319–Joyce Jones. Carol Johnson, Patricia MacMurray, ing of the guard with new officers and Flight 4 Net: Tie at 220–Carol John- Susan Rhodes. 35–Molly Lucieer. board members. Our 2015-2016 board members are Nancy Zielinski (president), Deborah Martin (vice president), Jo Ap- Everyone person (treasurer), Carol Johnson (past- Wins Club president), Marilyn Rose (parliamentar- ian), Mary Lyon (tournament director), By Sandi Kemp Linda Bervinkle (most improved/ringer), Elly Rapacz (birdies/hole-in-one), Sue Watters and Susan Rhodes (publicity/ website), and Connie Sohl and Mary Chin Every month at the Everyone Wins (social). Club, we do something fun to take a break We thank Harriet Hawkins and Chris from bingo and burn a few calories from McIntire for their service as vice president the great potluck dinner. At our March and birdies/hole-in-one, respectively. club night, Kathy Petrosky led us in a fun Ringer Tournament 2014–2015 exercise/dance that had us literally tied Flight 1: 63–Beverly Ovrebo. 64–Deb- up in knots! Why not join in the fun? We orah Martin. 71–Gretchen Normandin. meet in Suites B and C in the Arbor Con- Flight 2: 74–Janet Juhlin. 78– Chris ference Center every third Sunday at 6 McIntire. 78–Linda Bervinkle. p.m. Call Sandi Kemp for details at (352) Flight 3: 77–Ruth Caraway. 79–Mary Lyon. 80–Geri Treppa. 237-9073. Flight 4: 82–Joyce Jones. Tie at 84– Photo by Sandi Kemp Shirley Smagner, Angelita Pena. Kathy Petrosky led the Everyone Wins Club in a fun www.OnTopoftheWorldInfo.com Ts & Fs–Individual Net exercise/dance.

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Larry’s Fit Tips ARBOR CLUBArbor Club INDOOR Indoor Pool POOL By Larry Robinson Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Indoor pool closed for cleaning every Wednesday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Outdoor pool closed for cleaning first Wednesday of every month

Time Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday (352) 387-3571 [email protected] 6:00 - 7:00 AM Lap Swimming Lap Swimming Lap Swimming Lap Swimming Lap Swimming 7:00 - 8:00 AM Open Open Open Open Open Open Losing Big Means Winning Big! 8:00 - 9:00 AM Water Walk Water Walk Water Walk Water Walk Water Walk Open Deep Water Fitness Shallow Water Fitness Deep Water Fitness Shallow Water Fitness Deep Water Fitness 9:00 - 10:00 AM Open The Biggest Loser weight loss program Class* Class* Class* Class* Class* recently concluded with a record win … 10:00 - 10:30 AM Open Open Open Open Open Open or I should say loss! This February we had 35 residents participate in the six-week 10:30 - 11:30 AM Open Open Closed for Cleaning Open Open Open weight loss program, the largest group 11:30 - 12:30 PM Open Open Open Open Open Open ever. Each Biggest Loser participant paid $10 at the initial weigh-in. That money 12:30 - 1:30 PM Aqua Belles Open Aqua Belles Open Aqua Belles Open went into a ‘pot’ and was awarded to the * Fitness Pass required to attend class person who lost the greatest percentage of Rules for Lap Swimming: body weight at the conclusion of the program. 1. Swimmers should swim on the line. This year’s winner with a record weight 2. If lanes are full, share the lanes. loss of 28 pounds (which amounted 3. When sharing lanes, swimmers of matched speed should share lane. to 13% of his body weight) was Tom Pinkowski, and that means Tom took Recreation Center Pool home $350! Way to go Tom! Congratula- Monday through Sunday, 8 a.m. to dusk. Closed for cleaning the last Wednesday of every month. tions to Tom and several of the other par- Children permitted Monday through Friday, noon until dusk, all day Saturday, Sunday and holidays. ticipants who had very significant weight losses and were also big losers. lifestyle management. Look for the next Tom: I had a heart attack in May of really doesn’t need all the food you have On Top of the World offers two Biggest Biggest Loser program to begin in Octo- been giving it. Quality over quantity. Loser programs each year. The Biggest 2014 which came as a complete surprise ber. to me. In my entire life I had never spent Larry: What have you learned from Loser is a weight loss support group that Tom Pinkowski our Biggest Loser was this? meets weekly and runs for six weeks. The a night in the hospital, nor had a cold or kind enough to share some insight on his took flu shots. I just view myself as being Tom: The first things I learned and I weekly meetings address various topics to weight loss success: should have recognized a long time ago support weight loss and weight mainte- in perfect health. I always viewed exercise Larry: What were your reasons for par- as being the key to good health but since I is what you eat accounts for 80% of your nance such as balancing nutrients, reading ticipating in the Biggest Loser program? health and well-being, pay attention to food labels, exercise for weight loss and was in good health, I never exercised. I was a junk food addict eating chips, pretzels, what you place on your plate and how popcorn and I always had two packages of much. Even today I don’t eat enough veg- cookies that I would snack on all the time. etables, but I’m working on it. I weighed 255 pounds, and with the heart Larry: How do you feel now? attack I knew I had to do something to Tom: At the initial weigh-in of the Big- change my eating habits. gest Loser program I weighed 224 pounds, Larry: What were your expectations and at the end I weighed 196. I’d still like in the beginning of the Biggest Loser pro- to lose about 10 more pounds. I still eat gram? some popcorn in moderation but haven’t Tom: We came to On Top of the World had a store bought cookie since May of in early November; I had already given up 2014. Every day I tell myself feed your the junk food but really hadn’t incorpo- muscles not your fat. And I’m at the gym rated the idea of eating healthier. I start- four to five times every week and loving it. ed going to the gym (The Ranch) about Weight Loss Fit Tip #1: Keep a once or twice a week, to see if that would food log, write down everything you eat. help me in any way. I think I started to Food logs are great weight loss tools; they feel better about myself and I was losing keep you focused on your goal and eating a few pounds. I joined the Biggest Loser mindfully. group solely to see what a classroom envi- Weight Loss Fit Tip #2: Eating ronment might bring to my quest to lose and exercising go hand in hand. What you some weight. I had no weight loss goal in eat and when you eat are important to mind when I signed up. supporting your workouts. Photo by Jessica Pinkowski Larry: How do you feel now? Weight Loss Fit Tip #3: Staying Before (left) and after (right) photos of Tom Pinkowski, Tom: By cutting down on your food in- on track with exercise and nutrition will winner of the Biggest Loser weight loss program. Tom take (the amount of food you put on your not only help you whittle your waistline, it will also help you boost your brain! lost 28 pounds in the six week program! plate), you soon realize that your body May 2015 The World News 29C

Fitness Happenings FITNESS SCHEDULE By Cammy Dennis

(352) 854-8707 ext.7532 [email protected] National Senior Health & Fitness Day! National Senior Health & Fitness Day is Wednesday, May 27! On Top of the World will recognize this very special day at the Recreation Center with a variety of fun filled classes. All of the fitness classes will offer something unique and also provide information highlighting important health and wellness topics for older adults. The entire fitness team has come together to shape fitness classes designed to improve strength, flexibility, endurance, balance and function. Don’t miss out on this special day of programming! Here is the fitness class schedule for National Se- nior Health & Fitness Day: Wednesday, May 27 8 a.m. – Warrior Circuit Tap into your inner warrior as you champion these strength and cardio circuits. The exercise design of these circuits will train muscular strength and endurance as well as your cardiovascular system. This class will provide a great full body workout. 9 a.m. – Super Stretch A surprise is in store for your super stretch! Stretching is vital to keep your joints moving freely and without pain. Discover a whole new way to stretch your muscles, which will be something you can also do at home on your own. Don’t miss the surprise, or the stretch! 10 a.m. – The Fab 5 Fight Falls What are the “Fab 5”? Come to this special class and find out! These five fun- damental movements are critical to human movement. Discover how to train these “Fab 5” movements to keep muscles strong and to lower your fall risk. 10:30 a.m. – Zumba® Gold Rockin’ Rhythms (Recreation Center Ballroom) bodies move in real life. Come join this Join in the National Senior Health & special class, which will focus on building “functional” strength. Fitness Day fun by celebrating in Zumba 11:45 a.m. – Sit-Fit Gold’s Rockin’ Rhythms party. This low- Partner Party impact, dance style workout is paired with Grab your buddy and join in the “Get energetic music designed to keep your Fit While You Sit” partner party! All of feet movin’, hips grovin’ and faces smiling! 10:45 a.m. – Move to Improve the exercises in this class are designed for two people to do together, bring a friend When we “move to improve” we are or make one in class! Have fun and share training our bodies to be more functional. social time as you gain valuable physical Functional training is highly recommend- activity. ed and for good reason, this is how our

plays. There are still plenty of games to Softball go so things can very easily change as the league runs into its final games in May. By Bill Leon Team Won Lost Tie 4-Dr. Dunn (Paul) 24 16 0 6-Tax Panic (Jimmy) 22 18 1 3-Tee Pee Tire (Ed) 21 19 1 Photo by Art Stalbow 5-Cebert Wealth (Bill) 20 20 0 Devoted karate student, Denise Meyer, is awarded her Things are beginning to change within 2-Pavarotti’s (Jeff) 19 21 0 green belt! She is the first recipient of a green belt in the 1-Clock Doc (Roger) 14 26 0 the Softball League. Dr. Dunn is still hold- adult karate class at the Arbor Club. ing on to first place, but has been strug- gling and has lost the last two out of three games. Keeping them in first place are losses from the challenging teams. The Pavarotti’s team, which had been on a big losing streak, finally broke out and crushed the first place Dr. Dunn team by an 18-3 route. Despite the win, Pavarotti’s team seems to be heading downward instead of up as they are now closer to last place. Richard Karam of Pavarotti’s team came up with a shoestring catch while div- ing to the ground. The Clock Doc team, which was the place mat for the league, has put a five out of six winning streak together. In one of their games, Santos Cintron made a leaping catch and Mark Reynolds made a back-handed catch on a ball hit over his head. Since making position changes, the Clock Doc team is playing better ball. The Cebert Wealth and Tee Pee Tire teams keep bouncing back and forth within the standings. The Cebert Wealth team has lost some key players and may just be heading the wrong way if they can’t manage to put some wins together. The one team inching up on the first place team is the Tax Panic team with their steady hitting and clutch defensive

www.OnTopoftheWorldInfo.com 30C The World News May 2015 aim. Shuffleboard As the tournament was progressing, the number of players soon began to dwindle. By Grace Rohde We were down to four players: Rick Vogel, Darryl Kenyon, Kerry Collins and Phil Crump. These players had already played for quite some time, but looking at them you would never have realized it, as they The Jack Huard Tournament took were enthusiastically ready to continue place on Saturday, March 14, and drew 44 playing some more. shuffleboard players to compete for win- And play they did. Back and forth they ner and runner-up. This was our first -at went, trying one strategy after another in tempt to have more than the normal cutoff order to defeat their opponent. At the end of 32 players, because of the request from of this round, we had the final round yet shufflers who would not have been able to to play. Rick Vogel and Phil Crump would compete in the tournament otherwise. compete for the championship! To accommodate all of the players, With the final round here, suspense we first had to start the shufflers out by was in the air. Rick and Phil were ready playing them in separate rounds and later to compete with each other. Who would combining them. be the winner? Carefully they played, However, this was just only one of the each weighing which strategy to use. The challenges we had in keeping score. The more the spectators cheered them on, the wind decided to just somehow grow in more Rick and Phil showed us even more strength – thus, we not only needed our of their spectacular skills and techniques. hands to keep score, but also to hold the The winner of the 2015 Jack Huard Tour- scoreboards down. nament was Rick Vogel who received a Nevertheless, our challenge was noth- $50 check, and Phil Crump, the runner- ing in comparison with the challenge that up, who received a $25 check. the shuffleboard players had before them Photo by Armann Rohde We want to thank everyone for their by competing with the many players that patience and positive feedback in this Rick Vogel, winner, and Phil Crump, runner-up, received were there. In addition, the strong winds learning experience to accommodate checks from President Charlie Lentz and Tournament often veer the intended disc off its track, more players. We also want to thank Dot- Director Peter Van Arsdale for the Jack Huard and for this reason the player may want tie Migliaccio and Maxine Malone, our Tournament. to compensate for the wind with his/her social events co-chairpersons, for serving refreshments, and a thank you to Beverly Van Arsdale who baked all of those delicious cookies. The winners in league play were as follows for March: Men Monday a.m.: Jim Baker and Henry Vieu. Tuesday p.m.: Ernie Kelly. SPECIAL Wednesday p.m.: John Badorek. PAYMENTS PRICING Thursday a.m.: Phil Crump, Danny AS LOW AS ENDS Newby, Dennis Riddleberger, Peter 001 Van Arsdale and Phil Weiner. WITHOUT Friday a.m.: Roger Werner. $28 NOTICE Women ACT NOW! Monday a.m.: Vickie Lentz. Tuesday p.m.: Dottie Migliaccio. Wednesday p.m.: Isabel Savage. Thursday a.m.: Jane Lipps and Helen Monsees. Friday a.m.: Nancy Kowsky. 30 Club Men Tuesday p.m.: Kerry Collins, Ernie Kelly, and Armann Rohde. Thursday a.m.: Phil Crump. Friday a.m.: Jim Keller. Women Tuesday p.m.: Edith Kolb.

Dancin’ On the Top

By Richard P. Vullo

The Dancin’ On the Top committee held its annual “Spring Fling” dance at the newly remodeled Recreation Center AT NUTECH YOU ALWAYS GET MORE AND PAY LESS - GUARANTEED! on Saturday, April 11. Al Sutphen of Solid Gold entertained 200 members. Everyone 00 INTRODUCING THE WORLD'S FIRST I'm Mark Silver, H.A.S./CEO and enjoyed dancing to his music and the tasty, $995 complementary desserts at intermission. SMART HEARING AID I guarantee that you will Our schedule of dances for the remain- OFF 2 not find a better der of 2015 is: Sept. 19, Nov. 7 and New ANY SMART ReSound LiNX product or price. Year’s Eve. In future columns, we will pro- • Surround sound • Tinnitus sound generation vide the entertainers and dance themes. COMPUTERIZED • Water resistant • Computerized For information regarding membership in • Self adjusting • Reprogrammable the Dancin’ On the Top committee, please LINIX • Natural clear sound • Bluetooth call Gene Melnick at (352) 304-8293. 2 Other features! During the summer break, we encour- HEARING AID age our members to consider becoming active as a volunteer on our committee. Our dances are funded through our low- 30 Day Trial ticket prices due to the efforts of our vol- on all hearing aids... unteers. Supporting our committee by attending the dances is important, but each Guaranteed! THIS WEEK'S SPECIAL 3 of us should also take turns helping pre- ReSound VEA • FREE HEARING TEST serve continuation of these dances for the TRY THE AMAZING SURROUND SOUND • FREE DEMONSTRATIONS benefit of our community. RECHARGEABLE HEARING AID FREE! 00 • FREE CONSULTATION Whether your interest is in ticket sales $995 EACH or marketing, selecting our musical enter- We accept 40+ insurance plans. 3 • FREE GIFT CARD WITH PURCHASE Digital • Computerized • Reprogrammable • FREE GIFT BAG FOR ALL* tainment, decorating the stage or tables, selecting treats to serve at our dances or handling our finances, your help is deeply appreciated. If you have questions about ASK ABOUT OUR NEXT FREE SEMINAR volunteering your services, please con- OFFERING HEARING AID PRODUCTS FROM THE tact any one of the officers: Richard Vullo, chair, (352) 854-6772; Gene Melnick, WORLD'S MOST PRESTIGIOUS MANUFACTURERS music and ticket chair, (352) 304-8293; Kathy Younce, treasurer, (352) 566-602; or Grace Raymond, hostess, (352) 873- 1-There are some restrictions & minimum requirements that may affect 4454. payment amount and approval. Actual payment may vary and subject CENTRAL FLORIDA'S LARGEST to certain conditions. There’s plenty of opportunity to dance 2-Applies only to MSRP, cannot be combined with any other offers here in On Top of the World starting with HEARING AID CENTER 3-Applies to MSRP and subject to availability. * While supplies last the weekly Friday Happy Hour at the Ar- bor Club Ballroom or Recreation Center (alternating weeks) and on Friday and Saturday night outdoors at The Town Square. The list of performers each week Hear more... pay less! is listed in the World News. There are many local venues that provide ballroom dancing opportunities throughout the year. For more informa- 352-671-2999 tion about dance lessons and dance venues, please check the website for USA OCALA WESt OCALA EASt Dance at www.usadanceocala.com. 11250 SW 93rd Court Rd. Ocala, FL 34481 3405 SW College Rd. Ocala, FL 34474 Next Door To Red Lobster Restaurant Next Door To Chili’s Restaurant RESIDENT I.D. CARDS 352-861-2275 BEvERLy HiLLS CRyStAL RivER iNvERNESS Customer Service 4065 N. Lecanto Hwy, Suite 400, Beverly Hills, 1122 N. Suncoast Blvd Crystal River, FL 34429 3161 E. Gulf to Lake Hwy, Inverness, Visit our new store at: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. FL 34465 In The Beverly Plaza 352-794-6155 FL 34453, 1/2 Mile East of Walmart Monday through Friday 352-527-0779 2406 Commercial Way, Spring352-419-7911 Hill, 34606 (By Big Lots) May 2015 The World News 31C etiquette. It’s the proper way to share the dancing to the same music. Dances in- Sidekicks dance floor and add to everyone’s dance Line Dancing clude easy ones for the newcomers and Western Dance enjoyment. more challenging ones for the more ad- Club The Sidekicks celebrated eight differ- By George Conklin vanced dancers. We are often asked, “How ent holidays with an “Everything Counts” do you remember all those dances?” By Tony & Carla Magri party. Each table was appropriately deco- No one can remember all the line danc- rated for that holiday and we danced to es … there are thousands of them and some holiday coordinated music. The some songs have several dances choreo- As the weather warms up and we spend decorations were outstanding and as usual The evening weather has been great. graphed to them. When we were young, more time dancing at The Town Square, everyone had a great time. Our newcomer line dancers and their we knew the words to all the popular it’s time to touch on dance floor etiquette, We’re approaching the end of our regu- practice class leaders are coming out to songs, now we can sing along if someone as it applies not only to country western, lar dance year and will change over to our The Town Square at Circle Square Com- else is leading us. It’s the same with line but all genres of dancing. summer practice schedule soon. This has mons on Friday and Saturday nights to dance; we rely on each other to remem- Dances that travel should progress been an outstanding dance year with our dance. ber how the dance starts and then easily around the outside of the dance floor in a beginners and experienced dancers both When we are dancing to our favorites, dance along. Nearly everyone remembers counter clockwise direction. Dances that meeting and exceeding the challenges we know what dance to do but when the at least one dance. When the music starts, remain more or less in one place should be of their new dances. Our coordinators, music is live there is always the ques- someone will say this dance goes with that performed in the center of the dance floor membership, communications, party tion, “How do you know what dance to music and away we go. If it does not work or in the corners of the floor so as not to planners and decorators, sound engineer do when they are not playing the song as out, what the heck, it is only a dance; we block the movement of the dancers travel- and, of course, our webmaster have done we have in class?” Our dance leaders are try again. The larger a group of dancers the ing around the floor. This would include a fantastic job. Kudos to them all. getting pretty good at picking dances that more dances we can remember. rumbas, cha chas, swing, freestyle and line Visit us online at http://patterndanc- match the music being played. Stepping in a set pattern to the beat of dance – anything that does not travel far. ers.wix.com/side-kicks or at www.you- What do we hear and how do we pick a the music in a line with your friends is fun. For those who take any kind of dance tube.com. Just type ro67ger in the search dance? First we dance to music because it Come dance with us. lessons, it should be incumbent upon box. Happy trails … has rhythm, a beat, the guy with the drum For detailed information, please con- the dance instructor to teach dance floor or bass – the thump, thump, thump. The tact Marilyn McNeal (newcomer, begin- drummer sets the tempo to keep the band ner and improver plus) at (352) 804- together; it is the same for dancers. We 1546; Nancy Carmack (intermediate) at of two local clubs that share a number of step when the drum goes thump. We listen Square members. (352) 533-8870; or Janice Meade (level to the speed and the emphasis of the beat. two) at (352) 861-9345. Dancing We had our beginners dance on Sat- Is it a slow waltz (123, 123), a march beat urday, April 18 in the Recreation Center (1234, 1234), a cha-cha (123 and 4), or a COMMUNITY TV By Walter Lamp Ballroom. The beginners danced mainly rumba or something else? CHANNEL to the mainstream calls that they learned We then pick a dance we know that fol- with a little plus thrown in. The caller was lows that same pattern and speed. At our Whit Brown from Orlando. Many regu- Bright House 732 We had our annual meeting on Tues- Thursday night dance in the Recreation lar club members, who serve as angels to Center Ballroom, we have three groups day, March 24. We made some changes guide the beginners along, also were there. to the club format and are still discussing Regular club members are more than other changes. We elected new officers for happy to help the beginners and watch the upcoming season. Martha Zimmer- them improve. When my wife and I first man was elected our new president. Ellie learned square dancing, we had angels as- Cyr was elected vice president. Jim and sist us to improve our dancing. We now Mary Jo Hammond were re-elected trea- return the pleasure. surers and Mary Lamp as secretary. Gail On Tuesday, April 21, our caller Ron LaRue was elected class coordinator. We Libby was out of town. Bob Stern agreed want to thank Bob Lockwood for his two to step in and keep us dancing and smil- years as president and Louise Green for ing. He calls down at Recreational Planta- her one year as vice president. tion in Fruitland Park. On Tuesday, March 31, we had an early April was the last month of square Easter dance. We had a chicken (not a real dancing, until the new season begins in one), Easter eggs filled with small choco- October. Unless something newsworthy lates and some holiday tunes to dance to. happens before then, this will be the last Ron Libby provided some great songs for column for the season. this occasion. For those who want to either dance On Monday, April 13, we took a quick or just see square dancing itself, we have trip over to the Ocala Twirlers. We went another club here in Ocala. They will be to retrieve our banner for the off-season. dancing all summer long. Give me a call With so many friends over there, we en- at (352) 854 9378 for needed information joyed the music, snacks and get together, on this dance. Have a great summer.

eral of our members started dancing here Ballet Club for the first time, and some came back to ballet after a long hiatus. You can join us By Eugenie Martin as well. To start, all you need are exercise clothes, socks and a bottle of water. You can get ballet clothes later. We do request that you call before joining us. That way, my co-teacher The first dance in which I participated Julie and I will be ready to include was one done around the Maypole. The you in the class. My telephone number is dancers picked up long ribbons or stream- (352) 854-8589. Happy month of May ers, and wove them over and under around and happy dancing! the pole by splitting into two groups and dancing in opposite directions. The end result was a beautifully wrapped May- pole – well worth the confusion some of us found trying to remember whether we went over or under to do the proper wrap. It is not necessary to decorate something to believe that dancing is worthwhile. To many of us, dancing is its own reward. I know that this is true for members of the Ballet Club. We enjoy learning, executing and improving steps done to beautiful music. We feel invigorated by our sense of accomplishment and, of course, by the physical workout. All exercise is good, but dance is extra special, particularly ballet. Our classes are held in the Arbor Club Exercise Studio next to the indoor swimming pool. The classes are scheduled at varied times throughout the week to fit dancers’ busy schedules. We have classes Mondays from 6:45 to 7:45 p.m., Tues- days and Thursdays from 1 to 2:15 p.m., and Saturdays from 9 to 10:15 a.m. Newcomers are always welcome, and no previous experience is necessary. Sev-

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236-OTOW (236-6869) 32C The World News May 2015 The board met following the meeting to We’re excited about the upcoming Stand Back Scramble Candler Hills select the officers for the 2015-2016 year. league year. Kathy Hall already began March 19 Ladies 9-Hole The line-up of officers is President Pat work on the fall invitational, which we 39–Kathy Hall, Mary Giannukos and Gill, Vice President Eve Harvey, Treasurer anticipate to have record turnout and sup- Judy Parisi. 40–Linda Mandala, Marcie By Judith Parisi Angie Ward, and Secretary Sue Pleinis. port. More will follow as the new board Hock and Marilyn Mizrachi. 42–Olive Members at large are Kathy Hall - invita- formulates plans for the year ahead. Curtin, Pat Gill, Susan Layne and Eve tional chair, Dotty Baird - handicap chair, Thanks to all who helped make our Harvey. and Judy Parisi - communications chair. 2014-2015 year so successful, especially Individual Stableford The Candler Hills Ladies 9 Hole Signup sheets were available for mem- our LPGA Pro Denise Mullen, the board, April 2 League had their annual league champi- bers to indicate their interest in serving on committee volunteers and all who partici- Flight 1: Tie at 20–Cathy McKeithan onship Thursday, April 9 and 16. We had special committees to include the holiday pated in league events. You make it hap- and Judy Parisi. a great turnout by our league members. party, Valentine’s Day event, tournament pen! Flight 2: 22–Deb Malo; 19–Julie Crudele. Please see our website at chlga9.shutter- Flight 3: 20–Susan Layne; 18–Tina Hau- (weekly games), invitationals, and com- er. fly.com for the announcement as to the munication. A description of what is en- league champion for 2015 as well as the tailed on these committees is outlined on net flight winners from the tournament. our website. Members who were not able On Thursday, April 23, we had our to attend the annual meeting can contact annual membership meeting. Members the chairs of the committees to indicate enjoyed boxed lunches prepared by the their interest. Candler Hills Restaurant while everyone Kathy Hall prepared the recognition convened for the meeting events. The certificates for those who achieved birdies members recognized our outgoing board and chip-ins during our league year, which members, Gail Ambrose and Carol Deahl. were accompanied by decorative pins or- Gail served as our president for the past dered by Carol Deahl. two years, and Carol served as vice presi- Denise Mullen presented the award for dent. The League thanked them for their the most improved player. This designa- commitment and service and presented tion is determined by a study of the handi- them a token of our appreciation. caps of the members between the begin- Voted in for a two-year term, as new ning and end of the league year. Members board members were Eve Harvey and also renewed their membership for the Dotty Baird. They are joining the continu- new league year beginning in May and ing board members: Pat Gill, Angie Ward, ordered league shirts in the new color – a Sue Pleinis, Kathy Hall and Judy Parisi. soft turquoise blue.

Schamal, 145.87–Barbara Reynolds. Monday Bowling High Game Scratch League 214–Lynn Shepherd, 212–Marianne In- gwersen, 196–Terumi Turnipseed. By Bob Lingis High Series Scratch 561–Carol Oman, 537–Hedy Schamal, Photo by Judy Parisi 511–Barbara Lingis. High Game Handicap Incoming CHLGA9 board members, Eve Harvey and Dotty After 29 weeks of bowling ending Mon- 269–Susan Fogg, 261–Caroline Cap- Baird. day, April 6, Team #11, Three Guys and a rano, 258–Peggy Dengler. Doll are in first place with Team #20, the High Series Handicap 695–Maureen Trogvic, 688–Susan lie and Bill. (They were a sell out!) The King Pins, in second place and Team #19, R/C Flyers weather was a little bit cooler and windier the Invalids in third place. Mourar, 685–Barbara Buecher. Men than anticipated but the rain held up and This week: By Elliott Wilkins Women High Average all spectators, staff and volunteers had a High Game Scratch 187.82–Bob Vitale, 185.93–Dennis Tur- good time alike. 184–Maureen Trgovic, 180–Barbara nipseed, 183.21–Jim Shepherd. Approximately 60 members includ- Lingis, 178–Georgie Maguire. High Game Scratch ing two new ones attended our monthly High Series Scratch 268–Jim Shepherd, 266–Keith Buck- meeting on Monday, April 6, which brings 524-Maureen Trgovic, 508-Geogie Ma- hold, 241–Szymon Kuskowski. On Saturday, March 28, we had our an- our club membership to 114. President guire, 499-Carol Oman. High Series Scratch nual spring Fly-In at the R/C flying field. Gale Perry presided over the meeting and Men 669–Bob Vitale, 659–Dennis Turnip- There were 25 pilots of which 19 were res- we had one show and tell plane presented High Game Scratch seed, 608–Art Buecher. idents and the other six from neighboring by Jim Ellis on behalf of his neighbor who 235-Charles Irvine, 227-Dennis Turnip- High Game Handicap clubs. Approximately 400 people attend- built it. seed, 224-Billy Boone. 299–Mike Asquino, 289–Bill Specht, ed and had a great time watching the fly- If anyone is interested in joining or just High Series Scratch 282–Elliott Wilkins. bys and aerobatic maneuvers performed watching some of the best R/C pilots and 664-Charles Irvine, 648-Dennis Tur- High Series Handicap by the expert pilots and their beautiful builders in the area, come down to the nipseed, 620-Billy Boone. 724–Charles Irvine, 722–Allen Schnei- planes. R/C flying field any day of the week from Season-to-date achievements: der, 717–Maurice Dubois. All enjoyed the food. We had great 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. (weather permitting). Feel Women The next column will have the team compliments from everyone who took free to ask any questions about the club High Average and individual awards for the year. Thanks advantage of the pepper, onion and sau- you may have. 159.72–Carol Oman, 157.60–Hedy for making this a great year of bowling. sage sandwiches prepared by chefs, Char- ®

® Vol. 28, No. 11 May 2015 | Section D All the events, fun and more! ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT made, she will be more than happy to ac- large totes, handbags, baby blankets with commodate your request. You have to see matching caps, eyeglass cases, boot bling, Crafts Galore them! and scarves. By Bob Woods Another crafter makes all kinds of Support your friends and neighbors to World News Writer products out of wood including ballpoint give that unique gift to someone special! pens. He even makes pens out of 50 cali- If you are a crafter and would like to sell Are you looking for a special gift? One ation Center Ballroom selling their hand- ber shell casings. your items, please call Rene Beck at (352) that stands out and will be everlasting? made crafty originals. Other handmade items by crafters 854-4918. Every Tuesday, from September through One crafter recycles plastic grocery include quilts, placemat sets, coasters, May, from 9 a.m. to noon, crafters from bags to create handbags. She makes three kitchen towels, embroidered dollies, our community set up shop in the Recre- different sizes. If you want a special one

Photo by Bob Woods Artistic Crafts & Gifts sell their unique handmade items every Tuesday in the Recreation Center Ballroom. How Curious Are You? By Anne Merrick

How observant are you? When you and listen and look for you. I have felt I are on your way to a specific place do you had to be quiet on more than one occa- go straight there with your mind only on sion as their beady eyes looked right at me. your destination? It’s pretty easy to forget I am not particularly a people watcher to look around and notice the world sur- but when I do I am amazed at how incred- rounding you. ibly different we are from color, shape, I’m a curious person. I like to know size, age and movement. From the point what, how, where and why of almost ev- of view of art, drawing, painting, sculpt- erything and I love nature, so looking ing, the more you observe the better you around at the shapes of trees, plants, even can apply form and function to your work. weeds is second nature to me. The shapes By the Art Studio, there are wonder- of clouds can entertain for hours. I have ful shadows cast on the concrete walk- many photos of cloud formations, but if I way by crepe myrtles. These lilacs of the spy another interesting one I just have to south have such interesting trunks and take some more. Bright white, dark grey branches, which we all appreciate during and black, some with rays of the sun shin- the winter when the leaves are gone. We ing through, and then there are the sun- walk across the shadows as we go to paint. rises and sunsets, every one different and Most of us will notice them and some of Photo by Lennie Rodoff many spectacular. us get carried away with our appreciation How about the fog in the morning? At by photographing, discussing and looking Shirley Schopf, backed up by Rich Cooperman, Janet early sunrise there doesn’t appear to be for all the different effects. Becker, and Bob Wroblewski sing “Broken Hearted any, and then as time passes it rises and Trees in general are pretty fascinating Melody” at the 2015 The New Pretenders show. obscures the landscape. I watch it across with new leaves at this time of year. Who the second fairway of The Tortoise & the knew there were so many different oaks? Hare golf course as the houses and trees So remember what an amazing world Another Season Comes melt away. we live in and look around you all the Listening to the sounds of life around time. You never know what you might see you is important. The bird songs are won- and hear. Come and join us on Thursdays to an End derful and the flash of color as they dive and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon in the By Bill Shampine into the bushes catches your eye. The Art Studio at the Hobby Building to do raucous cry of the crows as they speak to whatever your form of art is. If you need The 2015 season for The New Pretend- we have several months in which to do one another can be irritating, and if you more information, you may call Anne at ers is over. We did three shows at On Top it. The singers have to begin to learn the answer them, imitating their cry, they stop (352) 732-0706. of the World and four shows outside of lyrics to their songs, and the band has to our community, including Spruce Creek study the scores of 29 or so songs. Indi- North, Ocala Palms, the Upstate New vidual members of our troupe will do this York Club at Oak Run, and for the Knights work over the summer. We will not get of Columbus at the Queen of Peace Cath- back together again as a unit until the first olic Church. All totaled, we entertained of October. about 1,700 people, including 1,154 at On Last month, I offered you, our audience, Top of the World. It was a wonderful sea- the opportunity to make suggestions for son, and, we think, a grand show for you songs you would like to see us perform. So – our loyal fans. far, I only received suggestions from one As you may remember, we support sev- person. The offer is still good. We won’t eral charities with the funds we earn from be using any of your suggestions for 2016 our shows. This year, we presented checks as those songs already have been selected, of $500 to each of six charities: Sewing but 2017 will roll around like clockwork. Bees, Dunnellon Food 4 Kids program, So, let me hear from you. If you have sug- Florida Center for the Blind, Open-Arms gestions for potential songs that we might Village, Center for Domestic Abuse & consider for the 2017 season, please send Violence, and Combat Boots to Cowboy me an e-mail at [email protected]. I will Boots program. All of these charities are be happy to pass them along to the com- local, so the money stays in Marion Coun- mittee for their consideration. ty. I will not promise that we will use your It is very gratifying for The New Pre- suggestion, but I can promise that we will tenders to be able to offer this support to consider it. We may not use your sugges- the local community. You, in turn, also tion because we don’t have the person- should be pleased to know that a signifi- nel to do it well, we may have done it in cant portion of your ticket cost goes to an earlier show, or we may simply feel it is support local charities. not right for us. We do repeat a song now So now what? The music committee and then, when it is particularly good, but has completed their work, and we now not too often. Anyway, we would be very have selected the songs for the 2016 sea- happy to hear from you. son. I think you are going to enjoy the Thank you, again. We look forward to By Margaret Edmiston show. We have a lot of work yet to do, but seeing you at next year’s performance on Shadows of crepe myrtles. Feb. 12, 13, or 14, 2016! 34D The World News May 2015 spire you to create something new. We Happy are always open to newcomers, and we Entertainment Group Hookers meet year round on Mondays from 1:30 to 3 p.m. in the Art Studio of the Hobby By Marge Curran Building. Please contact Naomi Berman at Winds Down Season (352) 873-4328 if you have any questions. Many new residents have joined us over the past several months and we encourage on Charitable Note April signaled spring, Easter, and the you to come and meet us. There’s always By Ray Cech beginning of all things blooming. On the room at the table for one more chair. To World News Writer first Monday in April, the Happy Hookers our snowbird friends, we hope you have put down their needles, hooks and yarns a safe journey home and we will see you This year the Entertainment Group and Glen Anthony got standing ovations and set aside their various projects to en- when you return. hosted five shows at the Recreation Cen- from the crowd. joy lunch at Yummy House. It was a first- Spring is also a time many of us do a lit- ter, and if audience participation was any The final show of the season by the time experience for many of us and defi- tle spring cleaning. If you come across ex- indication, they saved the best for last. Entertainment Group is always a time nitely worth the trip. These lunch outings tra crafting supplies such as yarn, crochet On Saturday, March 21, at the all-new when the board – Ed Morgan, Larry Wil- are a regular event for the Happy Hookers hooks, knitting needles, pattern books and improved Recreation Center, the ver, Jeannie Nichols and Craig Ehle – give on the first Monday of every other month. etc., please consider donating them to our standing room only crowd was treated to away their profits. This year, four local If you are a crafter, be it knitting, cro- group. Your leftovers could make a new great comedy and song. Glen Anthony led charities were given $2,000 each. They cheting, embroidery cross-stitching, etc., hat for a child in need or a granny square off the venue with some of the best and were Marion County Senior Services, In- the Happy Hookers is the group for you. for a special blanket. Call Marge Curran funniest stories ever told. He bills him- terfaith Emergency Services, Volunteers Our informal gatherings can be just the at (630) 336-7105 if you have items to be self as the cleanest comic on stage and is of America who provide shelter for our inspiration and motivation you need to picked up. living proof that you can bring the house veterans, and for the very first time, Habi- get you through a difficult project or in- down without the use of “bombs” used by tat for Humanity. Larry Wilver was proud so many comedians. And bring the house to be the presenter. resident for eight years and a club member down he did. So far, the Entertainment Group has Artistic for three years. Anthony was followed by the keynote given away more than $40,000 to local Crafts & Gifts Joe has the unique talent of woodwork- act of the evening, a tribute to Tom Jones, charities, along with donations to special ing as displayed by the beautiful pens by Jeff Gordon. If you closed your eyes and projects here at On Top of the World. By Barbara Lingis he creates from wood. Joe spends many just listened, you’d swear it was Tom Jones This was the 20th season that the group hours in the wood shop using the lathe to standing there and not Gordon belting staged entertainment at the Recreation create the tops and bottoms of these pens. out “Delilah,” and of course, you just had Center for residents. Their schedule ran He has created a large supply of pens in to sing along. It’s amazing how one person from August 2014 through March of this This month, we are highlighting our various sizes and designs. Joe purchases can look, act and sound just like someone year, and they are now looking forward to gentlemen crafters, Phillip Lanzone and wood from all over the world to create the else. Both Tom Jones, - oops! Jeff Gordon, an even more exciting 21st season. Joe Hilchey. beautiful pens. Each one is unique and the Phillip has been a resident for over 10 EMERGENCY AFTER-HOUR PHONE NUMBER insides of the pens he purchases from ven- years and a member of our club for over dors online. He also has refills if needed. a year. Joe also creates acrylic pens with beau- (352) 236-OTOW (236-6869) Phillip is an expert in the art of quilting. tiful patterns and designs for both men He creates hand-made quilts in many de- and women. signs and colors. He has quilts for children One of Joe’s signature items is pillbox- and adults and each has a solid back that is es. These are attached to a keychain and color coordinated with the design or pat- unscrew so that pills can be placed in the tern he uses. All of the quilting designs he hollow chamber. He also has money clips uses are done by hand, not machine. that have the same concept. Phillip also has on his table a very large Joe has other items on his table such supply of placemats, which he sews. These as seam rippers, wooden crosses, book- come in sets of two, four or six. Each set marks, serving dishes and bowls. is reversible and measures 18.5” by 14.5”. Joe was a cabinetmaker by trade and These placemats come in an endless sup- his ability to take a block of wood and cre- ply of colors and designs. ate such beautiful items in amazing. One of Phillip’s signature creations is Remember, you can see Phillip and table runners. These come in sizes from Joe’s crafts along with many other crafters 30” to 67”. They have a different pattern on every Tuesday in the Recreation Center each side but are color coordinated. Ballroom, from 9 a.m. to noon. Also, our Phillip has been quilting for over 30 last craft day for this season will be Tues- years and his work is meticulous. day, May 19 and our return date will be Our next crafter, Joe Hilchey has been a Tuesday, Sept. 8.

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Recreation Center · Thursdays at 1 p.m. Please call 387-7534 to reserve your spot. May 2015 The World News 35D formance a success. Sadly, Joyce has an- year old work seem as fresh as the day it Concert nounced she is retiring, after many years, Opera premiered in 1816. Chorus as the chorus accompanist. We are grate- February is always Verdi and we are ful for these years and we will all miss her By Bernie Kelly going to continue it next year with pos- By Patricia A. Woodbury dedication and wonderful talent. sibly the most staged of all operas, “Aida.” In April, the chorus elected a new We will see a Met production with some board. Joan Stenson was thanked for her greats in the cast. Plácido Domingo and many years of service as the president of Sherrill Milnes are two of the stars along The Concert Chorus would like to the chorus. David Wesenberg will replace This column marks the end of the Op- with Aprile Millo and Dolora Zajick. A thank all those who came and supported her, the vice president is Emery Bjerk- era Appreciation Class for 2014-2015. To younger James Levine conducts the Met our spring concert, “Give My Regards to mann, secretary is Carolyn Slovits, trea- recap, we saw Puccini’s “Il Trittico,” Rossi- orchestra. Broadway” on Sunday, April 26. We hope surer is Linda Hein and member-at-large ni’s “Othello,” Verdi’s “Falstaff,” Donizetti’s In March 2016, we will see “The Mar- you enjoyed the show as much as we did is Michele Bennett. “Lucia di Lammermoor,” and Offenbach’s riage of Figaro” by Mozart. The music is bringing it to you. There is nothing like This will be the last column for a few “Tales of Hoffmann.” marvelous and there are plenty of arias performing for a large audience! Thank months, as the chorus takes a break over It is time to look forward to the next that the class will recognize. The only you also for your generous donations. the summer. We will re-gather in late Au- season beginning on Thursday, Dec. 3. problem is that I will have to edit it to You may not realize, but all the songs we gust to begin preparing for our annual The season will begin with Puccini’s “To- keep it in class time. Suzanna will be sung sing have a copyright and we have to pur- Christmas concert. The Concert Chorus sca.” In our production, Eva Marton sings by Anna Netrebko with her husband to be, chase the sheet music. The music for any rehearsals are in the Arbor Club Ballroom the role of Tosca and Giacomo Aragall is Figaro, played by Ildebrando D’Arcangelo. given song is not overly costly, but since every Tuesday, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. her lover, Cavadarossi. Evil Baron Scar- It’s a 2006 staging by the Vienna State Op- we need many copies even a single song All are welcome to drop by and hear us in pia sung by Ingvar Wixell lusts for Tosca era with Nikolaus Harnoncourt directing is a moderate expense. So your generosity practice. In the meantime, if you think you and is willing to threaten the life of her the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. will enable us to sing new songs for your would be interested in joining the chorus, lover to pressure her to submit to his ad- We will close in April 2016 with “Car- entertainment. please contact David Wesenberg, presi- vances. It is an outdoor staging at the Are- men,” which is the most popular opera Our thanks also go to our Director Au- dent, at (217) 280-4454. We are always na di Verona with its orchestra and chorus composed by Georges Bizet. We are go- drey Strong and Joyce Walchak, our pia- seeking people who like to sing and look directed by Daniel Oren. ing to have from the early ‘80s with Plá- nist, for their artistic talents, great effort forward to you joining our group. In January 2016, we will study cido Domingo as a young Don José. Julia and support that helped to make our per- Rossini›s masterpiece, “The Barber of Migenes who sang more light works on Seville,” which he composed at the age Broadway than opera but in this movie of 24. We are going to see a production she is a very sexy Carmen and acquits performed a monologue “Say That We’re from La Scala, which was filmed in 1872 herself well as a singer. Rugero Raimondi Theatre Sweethearts Again;” Steve joked on “Re- with Hermann Prey as the Barber. The sings the role of the bullfighter, Escamil- Group sults from the Doctor’s Visit;” Dick joked two lovers, Rosina played by Teresa Ber- lo whose romance with Carmen, leads to about “Government Chemistry;” Jim per- ganza and Count Almaviva who is sung by her murder by Don José. By Steve McDonald formed a monologue based on a routine Luigi Alva, spend all of their time trying I hope the program for next season by Andy Griffith; and Gary joked about a to defeat the plan of Enzo Dara, Rosina’s will encourage some new opera lovers to “First Date.” guardian who has decided that he would check us out in Meeting Room #3 in the Our May meeting will be our year-end like to marry Rosina rather than just be Hobby Building starting on Thursday, Our Monday, April 13 monthly meet- dinner at a restaurant yet to be deter- her guardian. A good production like this Dec. 3, at 1 p.m. ing (our final general meeting until mined, and after that, only the storyboard from La Scala makes this two hundred September) included nominations and committee meets once a month, or as election of new officers and the follow- needed, until the September board meeting entertainment: Emcee Dick Phillips ing and general meetings start again. introduced a scene from the play “A Bad Our storyboard committee has been Year for Tomatoes” starring Anne as Myra reviewing the writing talents of Dick Phil- Marlow, star of stage and screen; co-star- lips in order to finalize our November pre- ring Emery as Reba, a neighbor; and also sentation for residents. Auditions for our co-starring Marilyn as the off-stage voice November show will start in July and we of Myra’s imaginary mad sister. are looking for new “entertainers.” In this scene, Myra has rented a cot- The September general meeting is tage in a small New England town under when dues are paid for the next season her real name, Myrtle Durdle, in order to (only $5 per year). We have a great time write her memoirs incognito and undis- and we are certain you will not be disap- turbed. However, a steady stream of vis- pointed if you choose to become a mem- its from well-meaning neighbors, such as ber. Please call Steve at (812) 344-1936 “hospitality lady” Reba Harper, has kept or Marilyn at (352) 390-3889 for more Myrtle from her writing. In this scene, information and if you would like to be a Reba returns to revisit Myrtle – this time part of our group. bringing a homemade gooseberry pie. The scene shows to what length Myrtle will go FREE FITNESS CENTER to discourage her neighbors so she can get on with writing her memoirs. (Anne de- ORIENTATION scribed the stage setting.) Additional entertainment included Recreation Center a skit by Gary, Emery and Marilyn en- Tuesdays at 1 p.m. titled “All About Technology;” Marilyn 36D The World News May 2015 generous donation to our club, which Sewing Bees helps us continue our work for the children. By Linda Lohr Our mission is to provide comfort for the abused, abandoned and neglected children of Marion County. Your donations all year long help us to do just that. Stop by our hive on any Thursday in the We are working hard at the hive, getting Art Studio, from 12:30 to 3 p.m. We would all the work we can from our snowbirds be happy to show you our creations made until they leave for up north! with love for the children. You may find Many people will be traveling during our club is just what you have been look- the coming months, but there is always ing for to round out your week. a core group to keep our supply of quilts If you no longer sew but have cotton ready for delivery. fabric, fiberfill or batting cluttering up We thank all those who stopped by our your closets, please consider donating the tables at the recent Rags to Riches. As it materials to the Sewing Bees. We will put is our main fundraiser, we thank you for it to good use! purchasing a quilt drawing ticket, a pillow- Please contact LeeAnn (352) 854- case, a quilt or any little trinket that caught 7205 or Rita Miller (352) 237-6660 for your fancy. more information. As always, the children We thank The New Pretenders for their and we thank you for all your support. SIGN. SAVE. Photo by Linda Lohr Some of the Sewing Bees’ stuffed animals ready for STREAM. delivery! 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Photo by ShutterBug Connie Filip Photo by ShutterBug Paul Rubly Photo by ShutterBug Pat Anderlot Honorable mention novice category: Honorable mention novice category: Honorable mention novice category: Ripe abundance. Serene sunset. Horsecart competition. 4. Sand: Sand is even more danger- ShutterBugs ous than dust. Coarse and abrasive cated. Our group is based on friendship Photography sand particles can cause extensive Rubber Stamp and socializing, and helping each other damage to the moving parts. Use Greeting Cards plays a big part of the club! By Marilynn Cronin cleaning brushes to remove the Our group is open to all crafters, begin- gritty sand particles. By Linda Lohr ners or those more experienced. One or 5. Jerks and Bumps: Under all cir- two people do a presentation each month. cumstances, protect your camera The group usually meets the first and third In April, 16 of us went to Jacksonville from jerks and bumps, because Thursdays of the month, unless the dem- Our presenter for Friday, April 17 was to spend the day at the Jacksonville Zoo. they have the potential to cause onstrator requests other arrangements. Ellie Richards. One card featured a cute This is a wonderful zoo for photography; severe damage. When not in use, There are basic supplies that are needed, owl on a card that could be used for many lots of room for the animals and therefore, keep your camera in a protective such as a trimmer, glue, scissors and card different occasions. The second card fea- lots of opportunities for great pictures. Af- camera bag. stock. Everyone in the group shares their tured a stately goose for a handsome master a day at the zoo, we all went to BJ’s for 6. Creams and Lotions: Sunscreen, supplies and everyone brings new ideas culine card. dinner. We stayed overnight in Jackson- mosquito repellant, anti-allergy to the table. You are only limited by your We thank Ellie for her presentation and ville and then Tuesday travelled on to St. ointment, and so forth have chem- imagination! we also thank her for securing our room Augustine. Many in the group went to the icals that can harm your camera in If you feel this might be a class you each year and arranging for a demonstra- Alligator Farm for animal and bird photos. many ways. Keep these chemicals would enjoy, please call at Kathy at (352) tor each month. Great job, Ellie! Others went touring St. Augustine, and away from the equipment. 237-6439. We look forward to introduc- Anyone can be a presenter – and the others shopping. No trip is scheduled in 7. You have to fervently protect your ing new people to our fun craft. Until then, cards do not have to be fancy or compli- May because of our annual picnic. photographic equipment from keep on stampin’! Photo Tips: By taking a few precau- thieves. In risky places, make sure tions, you cannot only increase the life that the bag is zipped up and tight- span of your photographic equipment, ly fastened. Consider getting your but you can also enhance its functional- camera insured, and also avoid ity and performance. Here are six deadly taking it to places where it is not predators and a few invaluable tips to needed. avoid them: Please enjoy the photo displays by our 1. Moisture: There are innumerable members in the Freedom Library and the ways in which moisture can end Master the Possibilities lobby. Feedback is the life of your camera. Always use appreciated. a neck or wrist strap to prevent The ShutterBugs meet every Tuesday the device from falling into water. at 3 p.m. in the Arbor Conference Cen- To avert damage due to condensa- ter, Suites B and C. Annual fee is $12. For tion, keep silica gel packs in your more information, contact Gary Uhley at Photo by Ellie Richards camera bag. They will absorb all [email protected]. Cards presented by Ellie Richards. the moisture that is formed as you move from one temperature zone to another. In humid environ- ments, wipe the equipment often. 2. Dust: Dust is another natural en- emy of your digital camera. Dust does the greatest damage when it settles on the inner parts of the equipment. The image sensor is one such region that’s easily dam- aged by dust. While traveling, keep your camera in a sealed bag, and from time to tome, get it profes- sionally cleaned. 3. Salt: Ocean beaches provide a number of excellent photographic opportunities, but they’re also dangerous places as far as your camera is concerned. Salt found at beaches gets into your camera and causes problems, including corro- sion; frequently wipe the device. When not shooting, keep the cam- SHOWROOM LOCATION FULLY LICENSED & INSURED Call for Free In-Home Consultation era in your camera bag, and avoid 13624 S. US Hwy. 441 General Contractor #CGC1518621 opening it for changing lenses, 866-695-0418 Summerfield, FL 34491 Roofing License #CCC1329445 memory cards, or batteries. www.TheSolarGuys.com 1 Mile South of Market of Marion 38D The World News May 2015 World Has Talent” show in 2013 and Karaoke sings monthly at the Oak Run Showcase Friends of Stars. Norma grew up in a large family and By Kathy & Charlie was always asked to sing while her broth- Petrosky ers played the guitar. She can be found singing along with Bob at the Oak Run Showcase of Stars and at various venues There were surprises on prop night. We around town. did not know Gary Z played the guitar. He Norma and Bob were members of the came in his cowboy hat and let us know Theatre Group. They love their life in On his heroes have always been cowboys. We Top of the World and keep busy playing had animals too. Gary came with his dog cards, bocce and singing with friends and named Boo. Tari had the birds and bees neighbors. flying around her head. We had a uni- We had two new singers join us this corn and learned why we don’t see them month. They came to listen and caught anymore. Shirley paraded in her Easter the “singing bug.” To break herself in, Fran bonnet. Since it was the day before St. sang a duet with Patty. Lora entertained us Patrick’s Day, we had several Irish songs all. She danced as she sang. Patty and Fred as well. did a duet as well. We are waiting for Fred We would like to highlight Bob and to get the nerve to solo. Norma Batton this month. They moved You do not have to sing to come to kara- to On Top of the World in 2006 from oke. Several come to watch. The Dancing Cleveland, Ohio. Norma began singing Jewels came and helped John as he sang with the karaoke groups. It was there that the blues. They also came in with their the Swinging Singing Seniors discovered guitars and danced to “Jail House Rock.” Norma and had her join the group. We welcome new members and ob- Bob wasn’t sure he wanted to sing servers. We meet on the first and third in front of an audience even though he Mondays in the Arbor Conference Cen- was part of a doo-wop group in the U.S. ter, Suites E and F, from 6 to 9 p.m. Come Navy. He soon got the nerve to sing and join us on Monday, May 4 and Monday, Photo by Charlie Petrosky now doesn’t want to stop. He won “The May 18. We’ll be looking for you. Norma and Bob Batton.

ness. 9. Singing also has been proven to eral. Original 3. You’ll also sleep better, as a result boost your immune system. 15. So raise your voice, because the Karaoke Group of being less stressed. 10. If you are congested, just hum a benefits are endless! Not to men- 4. Tests have shown that singing im- little number and you’ll open up tion the friends you’ll make when By George Quaranta proves heart rate, which reduces your sinuses and respiratory tubes. you come to karaoke! It’s just out the risk of heart disease. 11. It’s really good for your brain and right fun! 5. When singing with someone else, will enhance your mental aware- We want to welcome back Frank, Fer- your heart rate can even sync to- ness, concentration, and memory. die, and Marietta. I hope you continue 15 Reasons You Need to gether. 12. You’ll develop healthier breathing to join us. Don’t forget we meet on the Start Singing Every Minute 6. Your posture will get straighter patterns, which can help cope with second and fourth Monday at 7 p.m. at of Every Day and you’ll gradually look more various lung diseases. Candler Hills Community Center. Come confident. 13. It’s been used as an all-natural way join the fun and stay healthy. 1. Singing releases endorphins, 7. Your feelings of safety and confi- to help treat dementia, lung can- Always remember, words make you which makes you feel instantly dence increase when you sing in a cer, depression, and chronic pain. think, music makes you feel, and songs happier. group. 14. You’ll probably live longer in gen- make you feel a thought! For more infor- 2. When you sing you also release 8. It’s actually a good workout. You’ll mation call George at (352) 873-9667 oxytocin, which is a natural stress work out your lungs, improve cir- reliever and is found to alleviate culation, and tone your abdominal feelings of depression and loneli- muscles. It’s Showtime! By Bob Woods World News Writer

There are only a few shows left in the performers. Winter/Spring Entertainment Series at Rockin’ 60s Party – Paul Circle Square Cultural Center! Don’t miss Revere’s Raiders featuring out … buy your tickets today! Mitch Ryder The World Has Talent Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 2 Paul Revere and the Raiders have been This talent show features amateur per- performing rock music since the 1960s. formers aged 55-plus from On Top of the Some of their hits include “Hungry,” “Let World and neighboring areas. Two partici- Me,” “Just Like Me,” “Baby Please Don’t pants out of the 10 finalists from the audi- Go,” and many, many more. Mitch Ryder’s tions held back in February are from our recorded hits go back to 1962 when he community. All are vocalists except one recorded “That’s the Way It’s Gonna Be.” and all are fantastic! Don’t miss this talent Other hits include “Like a Rolling Stone,” show and come support all these amateur “You Are My Sunshine,” and his list of musical accolades continues. To purchase tickets, stop by the Circle Square Cultural Center ticket office at 8395 SW 80th Street or go online to www. csculturalcenter.com. Let’s watch the lights dim as the curtain rises. It’s showtime!

Poetry

By Annette Sharpe

Spring Tribute

Once upon a day in May When the earth was blest with spring, A soft rain fell on thirsty fields Refreshing everything.

New leaves danced on greening trees, With every drop of rain. The balmy air was fresh and clean, For, it was spring again.

Trickling streams went singing on, Because of running free, Babbling brooks seemed joyful too, All rushing to the sea.

Spring’s a grand awakening For every tree and flower. The scene keeps changing rapidly, Almost hour by hour.

Warm sun and rain do wonders To change a winter scene Into awesome spring beauty, Draping trees with lacey green.

A robin’s first song stirs the heart, As rainbows paint blue skies, Then, one feels spring within the soul, Where love of beauty lies.

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