September 2020

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by subject; for example, Large Print, Community News Sci-Fi, Western, World War II, Civil Books, Magazines & War and Florida. Other books cata- logued by subject have a numerical Kenneth D. Colen Jigsaw Puzzles designation based on the Dewey Publisher Decimal System. By BJ Leckbee The magazines are current, and, The last six months have been World News Writer as they are donated by residents, trying on everyone’s nerves. The The library, now located in the you are free to roam the new facil- tend to reflect the interests of dif- lockdown, gradual reopening of fa- Hobby Building, has reopened with ity and take as much time as you ferent clubs in On Top of the World. cilities, the reversal of the gradual new operating hours – 9 a.m. to 1 like deciding what you want to take The special thing about borrow- reopening, have followed the ebb p.m., Monday through Saturday. with you when you leave. It doesn’t ing something from our library is and flow of the pandemic locally. As of this writing, entry requires have to be a book; there are maga- that you don’t have to check it out. Many residents continued on vol- knocking on the door, as social zines as well, and our most popu- Take as much time as you need to untary isolation because of con- distancing limits the number of lar item recently – jigsaw puzzles. enjoy it and then bring it back for cerns for their health or the health people allowed in the room. Face You’ll find a well-organized closet others to enjoy. Drop boxes are of a loved one. masks are required, and a resident of them, ranging from as few as available outside both entrance The reality is that this pandemic ID as well. 100 pieces to over 1,000. doors for after-hours returns. may be the “new normal” that we Our librarian, Rita Mandl, or one The bookshelves are clearly la- All the books, magazines, and must all try and live with, figuring of her volunteer assistants will beled and there is a reference cat- puzzles have been donated by you, out how to cope with reduced so- ask a few questions – probably the alog available that is arranged by our residents; and those donations cial interactions, including altering same ones you’ve been asked at both author name and title. Some are very much appreciated. social spacing, as well as masking, other locations recently; and then special-interest books are grouped are making many of us (myself included) more than a little nutty trying to figure out what is “safe” and manageable. To the extent that dealing with COVID-19 accommodations can safely be done, the Associations and the Management Company are operating recreational amenities and adhering to distancing and disinfection guidelines. Dealing with short-staffing has been a challenge to maintain operations. We get it: employees must tend to their children and aging parents first. For the most part, residents have been very understanding and helpful. Resident Services continues to experience much higher than normal flow of traffic, both walk-in, over the phone, and internet. This is resulting in delays and is slowing response time as they work through the service backlog. To limit exposure to staff and, by extension, to residents, the office is open to Photo courtesy of On Top of the World Communities, LLC a limited number of residents at Library located in the Hobby Building. any given time. The office will be closing mid-day for one-half hour be far more difficult for me to deal while a specialized disinfection us- with the financial fallout than if I ing high-strength UVA lighting is Are You had prepared with FEMA’s financial underway. This process requires kit. all workers to leave the workspace I’m sure I’m not the only one in while disinfection takes place. Hurricane-Ready? our community who is not as “fully Kindness and compassion are By Phil Panzera prepared” as I thought I was. I en- the greatest of attributes any per- World News Writer courage residents to check out the son can give to another. The un- Don’t answer so quick. Sure, if simple steps for financial prepared- EFFAK resources and information derstanding and patience of all you’re the cautious and organized ness. It helps you assess, compile on the FEMA site. The direct link is residents in this time are really ap- type, you’ve studied the hurricane and then safeguard all your im- quite lengthy, but if you just search preciated. However, this has not al- checklists we all see every year at portant financial documents, con- on your Internet browser for “FEMA ways been the case. To put it blunt- this time, and you’re ready to go tacts, insurance policies and cash EFFAK” it will take you there. On ly, some people have been outright with a cache of water, food, a med resources. that page choose the very last un- rude to frontline staff members. kit, a battery-operated radio, etc. The FEMA financial kit also has derlined document at bottom. Staff is here to assist residents re- To be fully prepared, however, it’s an excellent reference section, list- You can also visit the link in the solve concerns and to answer ques- not quite that simple. The standard ing helpful organizations and re- adjacent graphic for more informa- tions. No staff member is required checklist takes care of your physi- sources, along with tools to assist tion from FEMA on hurricane prep- to endure verbal abuse or threats cal safety, while this article discuss- your financial well-being. It also aration. At this very moment we are of any kind. Each team member has es how to safeguard your finances. advises you of common scams, and smack in the middle of hurricane authority to deny service in such The Federal Emergency Manage- how to protect yourself against di- season, and if you think more prep- circumstances, as they arise. ment Agency (FEMA) offers a spe- saster-related fraud. aration is a good idea, I encourage This same principal goes for cial kit with all the information you Even though I served in a former you to do it now. If you wait until use of the amenities in each of the need to guide your family through life as the chief financial officer next week, or even tomorrow, the communities. Residents using the the recovery process. This Emer- and president of a NASDAQ com- notion and impetus will likely evap- facilities are subject to a screening gency Financial First Aid Kit (EF- pany, I nevertheless found my own orate as the dawn mist. Be a good procedure designed to minimize FAK) will be vitally important if you financial preparedness for emer- girl scout or boy scout; hope for the the chance of exposure to the CO- are ever impacted by a natural di- gencies a bit lacking. Sure, I have best, but plan for the worst. VID-19 virus. Anyone failing to co- saster or emergency. water and flashlights ready, but if operate in the screening or failing The EFFAK guides you through anything serious happens it would to mask or distance, will be asked to comply with these simple procedures or exit the facility. Your As- sociation reserves the right to use all legal means to enforce these procedures for the benefit of all residents and staff. Summer is Winding Down As this beautiful, wet summer is winding down, the ramp-up for the fall and winter is moving into full gear. September seemed to get here very fast. From the property management perspective, the push is to catch up the last of any rain- delayed work in the community and getting lawns and landscaping ready for what little winter we enjoy around here. Phase I of the waterline extension project taking place on SW 80th Avenue north of SW 80th Street, should be pretty well completed by the time you read this. The pur- pose of this project is to tie Calesa Township into the master water distribution loop. Phase II of the project involves extending a pedes- trian and golf cart trail to Sholom Continued on Page 4 

INDEX Our World 1A-12A Community Bus Schedule 11A Recreation 21C-32C Arts & Entertainment 33D-40D Publication Schedule 2A Lifestyle 13B-20B Fitness & Pool Schedules 29C Classifeds 39D 2A The World News September 2020

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3. Offer you a benefit in ex- the desire to answer these kinds of and must always be designed to Is It Legal? change for you providing any calls. We must. meet applicable Medicaid eligibility information, including, of Q. My father needs Medicaid. He laws. Those eligibility laws change frequently as legislative bodies seek Gerald Rachel course, personal/private in- will need to go into a nursing home Colen & Wagoner formation. to control spending, thus making it [email protected] fairly soon because my mother can 4. Call to demand immediate harder and harder to obtain Med- [email protected] no longer take care of him at home. payment of any money. Mom was told about a Medicaid- icaid benefits, even for those who SCAM ALERT #1: The Federal 5. Require a specific method compliant annuity that can be used need them and should have them. Trade Commission (FTC) reports of payment such as a credit to protect assets (for my mother) Q. My 18-year-old granddaugh- that the top fraud complaints are card, iTunes card, debit card, while at the same time allowing ter wants to come and stay with me “imposter” calls. These are phone gift card, wire transfers, etc. dad to obtain Medicaid benefits, until she can go back to school. She calls from someone saying they are Folks, most of you already know when he has to go into the nursing said she would bring her boyfriend, from the Social Security Adminis- about all of this and you know just home. Your thoughts? but I don’t have to worry because tration (SSA) or from some other to hang up the phone. But some A. John Beck is an attorney in they will bring masks. I would like government agency, such as the In- folks are not as aware of scams and our law office, who handles Medic- your thoughts. ternal Revenue Service (IRS). Usual- frauds as you might be. So, please aid matters. He also has a master’s A. I don’t think I want to give ly, these days, it’s a robocall at first check on your neighbors and degree in taxation. So, I ran this is- you my thoughts on this. Oh, okay. and then you are told to press #1 friends. Chat about these frauds; it sue by him. John’s first comment Masks are good. Where and when or whatever for more information. helps you stay aware and helps ac- was that it was very difficult for they wear them are separate mat- Bottom line is the same: the call- quaint you with folks who may not him to comment on information ters, don’t you think? Suggestion er wants to trick you into pressing be as savvy as you. about a Medicaid-compliant annui- – tell her not to come. The virus is #1 so they can hook you up with a SCAM ALERT #2: I’ve been get- ty, when he was not there when you too serious a matter. human scammer. They claim there ting a bunch of calls where my received this information. Further, Gerald R. Colen and Rachel M. is something wrong with your so- caller ID says, “potential scam” John didn’t know precisely what in- Wagoner, Law Offices of Colen and cial security account or there’s or “out of area.” Sometimes, I am formation was given to whomever Wagoner, P.A., are attorneys and fraud or suspected fraud and then, tempted to answer just to see what discussed that kind of annuity with members of the National Academy they want personal information. the scammer has to say. But I don’t you. of Elder Law Attorneys and the Most of us already know this but answer, and neither should you. John had a couple of comments, Academy of Florida Elder Law At- it’s well to go over it again. The SSA More often than not, if you did an- though. First, John hopes that who- torneys. This column is only intend- does not: swer, you’d get no answer back. ever gave you information about ed to present fact situations that 1. Call unless in return of a call That’s because they are hoping you that kind annuity was an attorney may be of interest; and it does not, you made. will call back and more than likely familiar with Medicaid. Second, nor is it intended to provide legal 2. Call to tell you that your ac- you will get hit with various scam- John said that, as a general state- advice. You should always consult count has been suspended. mer phone charges. We must resist ment and not one to be relied upon your own attorney for legal advice. for anyone’s specific issues, a Med- Mr. Colen may be reached via email icaid-compliant annuity can have at [email protected] or Ms. benefits to enable a Medicaid appli- Wagoner at rachel@colenwagoner. cant to receive Medicaid benefits. com. In Ocala, the law office is lo- However, these kinds of annuities cated in Suite 11 at Circle Square need to be very carefully reviewed Commons.

EMERGENCY AFTER-HOURS PHONE NUMBER (352) 236-6869 September 2020 The World News 3A explored the great outdoors and Finding Zen nature with an educational walk and scavenger hunt through the park. The “Kids Rock Station” on the Christina Shearer Sholom Park stage encouraged [email protected] their creativity by designing and Sholom Park successfully host- creating their own themed garden ed their second annual Lil’ L.E.A.F. rocks. Ocala Rocks Official provid- program the first week of August. ed more than 300 decorated rocks Children of all ages enjoyed three for children, as well as regular park fun-filled mornings at Sholom attendees, to find hidden through- Park. Attendees were separated out the park. Each day concluded into groups of 10 to help main- with a snack and story time with tain social distancing guidelines Marion County Public Library un- and rotated between educational, der the shade of the large live oaks creative, and interactive stations in the formal garden, followed by a throughout the park. refreshing summertime treat from Guest speakers from Queen of local food truck vendors. It was a America Bee Keeping Club and the great week for little ones to Learn- University of Florida Institute of Explore-Appreciate and Focus Food and Science provided an ed- (LEAF) at Sholom Park. ucational presentation under the Stay tuned on our website, Face- park’s pavilion to stimulate the book and Instagram for more fam- children’s minds. The children also ily-friendly events coming to Sho- lom Park this fall.

Photos (left and top) courtesy of On Top of the World Communities, LLC Second annual Lil’ L.E.A.F. took place in August.

Be sure to eat a good breakfast and OneBlood drink lots of water before and after Bloodmobile donating. Please bring a picture ID and a mask. During the donation process ev- Sara Sommer erything is kept sanitized and social distancing is practiced. You Good news! After all, that is what will receive a small token of appre- this newspaper is all about. ciation for your donation. Also, you The Big Red Bus® was here Mon- will receive a mini physical which day, Aug. 3. It was a truly fantas- includes temperature check, blood tic drive. We had 28 whole blood pressure check, cholesterol reading donations and four double red cell and a COVID-19 test. The choles- donations. We saved up to 88 lives. terol and COVID-19 results can be As essential persons, donors have viewed online about four days after great powers. the donation. The Big Red Bus will be here There is no substitute for human again Monday, Oct. 7. It will be blood. Only you can make a differ- parked at the Recreation Center ence. Please give. See you on the parking lot from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. bus! 4A The World News September 2020 Phase 1B, are targeting August for storm preparedness and recovery al items outside the house that may Community News site construction commencement. to ensure they are ready for the become missiles in high winds. Home sales across all communi- challenge serial storms may pose. Movable property that cannot be ties are moving along at a very good Generally, the Management Com- stored in the garage or secured in Kenneth D. Colen pace. Interestingly, over one-third pany is able to persevere in its a closed room must be secured in Publisher of sales have been move-in ready ground’s maintenance responsi- place from high winds. If you have homes. Demand remains strong, bilities, despite the month of July not prepared your hurricane kit, we Continued from Page 1 despite the many challenges this and August posing challenges with urge you to do so. Please refer to Park and north to SW 63rd Street. nation is facing. rain. It seems that every time the page 8 for “Storm Preparedness - This involves permitting by Marion Recycling Update mowing crews got caught up, a Key Points” to assist you with your County. A late October permit re- It’s worth reminding all resi- long cycle of showers pushed them kit. lease and mobilization for work to dents that plastic bags do not re- behind. I congratulate our crews Home Modifications begin is anticipated. The permit ap- cycle. If you bring your aluminum for working so hard to keep up un- Residents of all communities plication for a traffic signal at SW and metal cans and newspapers to der the grueling temperatures and who add an addition to the exte- 63rd Street was submitted to Mari- the recycling containers or in the rainy days. Granted we need the rior of their home are required to on County in late July. No approval curbside containers in plastic gar- rain to replenish the groundwater, obtain approval from the Associa- date can be anticipated at this time bage bags, empty the contents into but it does come with a price. tion prior to the modification. One for that work. the recycling bins and dispose of As we move deeper into storm of the largest factors considered in Longleaf Ridge is going full bore the bags in the household garbage. season, focus may be shifting to the review and approval process is on construction of new homes in Doing otherwise only contaminates storm preparations. The Manage- the wind rating on any proposed Phase I. This neighborhood offers the entire recycling stream and it ment Company is positioned to addition to the home. Many alumi- a limited number of Estate Series will be directed to the landfill. A move fast, on sometimes less than num products have an inadequate homes fronting on The Links Golf resident asked that we place a con- 24-hour notice, to secure buildings wind rating. Naturally, these types Course. Premier and Carriage Se- venient container near recycling to and equipment from possible wind of products will not be approved by ries homes are also available in this place the plastic bags and we are in and rain damage, as well as making the Association. Check with Resi- gracious, maintenance included process of testing this suggestion. sure everyone is clear on their post- dent Services for details. Finally, neighborhood. Recycling works and has saved storm responsibilities for recovery don’t forget to update your home- The newest neighborhood in the Associations money in the long and clean-up. owner insurance to ensure any ad- Candler Hills is Kestrel. Sales of run. Your cooperation is appreci- Residents are encouraged to be ditions to the original structure are these premium Estate Series homes ated. alert and ready to clean up person- included in your policy. has been strong. Site development work will bring us a total of 131 es- Hurricane Season a waterproof container. tate lots in Kestrel when completed. The recent National Oceanic Citizens • Weather radio. Indigo East is down to a final five and Atmospheric Administration Emergency • Flashlight and extra batter- homes, nearing completion. Mean- (NOAA) update on the 2020 hur- ies. while, sales continue at a brisk pace ricane season was concerning to Response Team • Portable barbecue. in Weybourne Landing. Weybourne say the least. 25 potential Atlantic • Charge cell phones. Get a so- Landing Phase 1A saw a completion storms must be taken seriously. Sue Gribbins lar or portable charger. of 199 lots in June. The next 173 It has the Management Company Hurricane safety tips: • Create a “help” sign for win- lots making up Weybourne Landing reevaluating their resources for • Keep a full tank of gas. dow, if needed. • Have a gallon of water per • Finally, leave when told; person and pet for seven don’t wait! days. Don’t forget to pick up your • Have food for each person emergency placards at the Recre- and pet for seven days. ation Center lobby. • Have enough medication for Citizens Emergency Response seven days. Team (CERT) usually meets the sec- • Fill the bathtub. Don’t forget ond Tuesday of the month at 9 a.m. that water in the hot water We plan on meeting in September. heater is drinkable. For membership information, • Get a couple of bags of ice. contact Joe Moia at joemoia@att. • Have a first aid kit available. net. For MERT information, contact • Cash ($200 to $300 in 20s). Sue Gribbins at sue.grib@yahoo. • Put important documents in com.

GOLF CART REGISTRATION Resident Services 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday All residents in household must be present. Bring golf cart, resident I.D. and insurance policy (stating amount of bodily injury). September 2020 The World News 5A and are posted at each facility: All Around • All opened amenities and Our World facilities have capacity limitations which are posted at Lynette Vermillion each location and which al- (352) 236-OTOW (6869) low for proper distancing. [email protected] • Masks are required in all in- We are looking forward to cooler door locations and standard weather as we officially move in to operating hours will be im- fall Saturday, Sept. 22. We also ob- plemented. Masks are recom- serve Labor Day Monday, Sept. 7. mended at outside facilities, 2020 has certainly been a dif- but not required. ferent kind of year. Our routines • At this time, no non-resident changed, social interactions have guests are allowed. (Must be been difficult to maintain and ev- Gateway of Services mem- erywhere we go, we are outfitted ber.) with a mask and hand sanitizer. It • All residents must be respon- is understandable some of us have sible for their own personal cabin fever and patience is just a lit- safety and for compliance tle fragile. It is hard to get our arms with the safety protocols around what we call, “the end in for each location. Residents sight,” but I remain optimistic, with should bring their own hand everyone doing their part, this dif- sanitizer and wipes in the ficult challenge will be contained. event that provided sanitizer Then, the question becomes, what is out. is the new normal? • Do not utilize the facility/ Resident Services is now open amenity if, within the past with the following restrictions: 14 days, you have had CO- • Will be closed on Labor Day, VID-19 symptoms, have been Monday, Sept. 7. in contact with or exposed to • Closed from noon to 12:30 a person having COVID-19, p.m. daily for sanitizing. have been asked to self-mon- • Lobby is limited to six resi- itor at home, have been on a dents at a time. cruise or traveled to any U.S. • Social distancing of six feet city or foreign country on and masks are required. the CDC’s affected areas of • Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4 widespread/sustained com- p.m., Monday through Friday. munity transmission. Residents needing to utilize Res- We encourage all residents to ident Services at Friendship Com- continue to take all precautions mons may continue to contact the and follow safety protocols post- office by phone, (352) 236-OTOW ed at each facility and those rec- work inside the home or outside of rules regarding any changes to the (6869), or email at otowservice@ ommended by the CDC and local the home, it is that contractor’s re- outside of the home. “13. Mainte- otowfl.com in lieu of visiting. We health department. Cases are still sponsibility to remove any trash or nance and Alterations. No altera- are experiencing higher than nor- increasing in Marion County and by debris from the community. Con- tion or modification of the exterior mal volumes and appreciate your following the safety protocols, we tractors are not permitted to use or structural components of any patience. Be assured, your call or keep each other safe. waste or garbage facilities in the Residential Unit, of the landscap- email will be returned as soon as Power Outages community, and they should not be ing or lawn irrigation (sprinkler) possible. asking residents to dispose of their system on any Lot, nor any exte- Please keep in mind that when trash. Please inform your contrac- rior painting of doors, driveways, Florida Governor DeSantis issued we have power outages it is a good Executive Order 20-192 on Thurs- tor of their responsibility. If you or exterior areas of any Dwelling, idea to check your irrigation clock have any questions or concerns, Home or Lot, nor the installation, day, Aug. 6, which rescinds EO 20- to make sure that it is still on the 80 and EO 20-82. Persons traveling please contact Resident Services at alteration or painting of any fence correct setting. Many times a power (352) 236-6869. or wall, may occur or be made within from the Tri-State Area (New surge or outage may cause the clock York, New Jersey and Connecticut) Rule of the Month out the specific advance written to revert to its original settings. If approval of the Association or its no longer need to quarantine for 14 the settings are not checked, you To complement the paragraph days. EO 139 “Phase 2: Safe. Smart. above on private contractors, designee …” may be watering too much or not Stay safe all! Step-by-Step. Plan for Florida’s Re- enough. please be aware of the community covery” remains in effect. As a re- Private Contractors minder, key portions of the order include individual responsibility of There are always questions and social distancing, avoiding crowds concerns regarding debris and CURBSIDE LANDSCAPE DEBRIS PICK-UP SCHEDULE and gatherings, and taking mea- trash left in the community by Please visit private contractors. 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campaigns. Republican Club These events are becoming more and more popular as indicated by the growing attendance and enthusiasm. Lizabeth Woodard Over the course of the past five months, many people have called Many members of the Republi- to inquire about the club and the can Club participated in another upcoming primary election. Their flag-waving event Saturday, Aug. names have been added to our 1. The event was sponsored by the mailing list and when we are able Stone Creek Republicans. Commu- to meet again, they will be formally nication Chair Tom Hauck reported welcomed into the club. that approximately 150 people par- For more information regarding ticipated at the Friendship Shop- the Republican Club, please leave ping Center. In addition, many local a message at (518) 534-0201. Your candidates joined with their signs call will be answered as soon as and shared information about their possible. September 2020 The World News 7A if you do not already have one. Dur- in China, Thailand, or the United World Changer During Uncertain Lifelong Learning ing the month of September, Mas- States? Hunt will be sharing images Times.” This event is free and open ter the Possibilities has more than of many of these locations, includ- to the public. Registration is re- 160 classes available for learning ing the Dalai Lama, as he speaks quired, however. Michelle Shideler in the classroom or from home. We about Buddhist facts. This class Dr. Friedman is a combat-deco- (352) 387-7571 are adding to the Distance Learning will be presented in person and vir- rated veteran who served four com- [email protected] curriculum weekly to ensure every- tually from 1 to 3 p.m. Cost to at- bat deployments in both Iraq and We have been waiting with an- one has a continual opportunity to tend is $2 for members and $7 for Afghanistan, where he was sup- ticipation, and now the Master the learn, engage with others, and stay non-members. porting the global war on terrorism. Possibilities staff is excited to an- abreast of current events. Whether Dr. Devin Breedon with Adven- He was a U.S. Marine Corps officer, nounce the completion of the addi- you choose to visit our building tHealth Ocala will be on campus then later a special tactics officer tion at the Education Center. This to attend a course, or learn from Thursday, Sept. 10 to discuss “Nu- with the Air Force elite, where he addition includes a new classroom home, be assured our team is do- trition and Healthy Aging.” His dis- led special operations. His combat space, a new art and culinary art ing what we can to promote a clean, cussion will include topics on ways decorations include three Bronze space, as well as a multipurpose healthy learning environment for in which nutrition may dictate lon- Stars (one with Valor), and the Air classroom that will house more all. gevity and possibly prevent a de- Force Combat Action Medal. In his versatile educational moments for On Wednesday, Sept. 2, John cline in overall health. This class presentation this month, Dr. Fried- participants. We invite you to stop Hunt will be offering a course on is also being offered in person and man will include real life stories by to see the gorgeous new class- “Introduction to Buddhism.” This virtually, from 1 to 2 p.m. in Cy- about how true humility can help rooms, as well as grab a delicious course will include fundamentals, press Hall, for those attending on empower people. He is the author cup of coffee at Sid’s Coffee Shop & cultural aspects, geographic distri- campus. Cost to attend is $2 for of “Igniting Movements: How Criti- Deli while in the building. bution, and intellectual qualities of members and $7 for non-members. cal Factors and Special Ops Em- Do not forget to pick up a copy of Buddhism. Have you ever been cu- We are excited to announce the power World Changers,” and will the July through December catalog, rious about the Buddhist temples addition of a special speaker this be signing books after the presen- month, Dr. Damon Friedman. Many tation. of you may have met him at the On For additional information on Williamsburg for the fall social is working on an Top of the World’s Veterans Park these courses, or other events this alternative for us, a Williamsburg grand opening event in 2019. He term, visit masterthepossibilities. Neighbors Zoom get together! As this column was the dynamic, energetic key- org. Our team is also available from goes to press, Jill is busy drafting note speaker for that event and has 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to help with reg- an announcement about the day, agreed to speak to our community istrations, or answer curriculum Ginny Nardone time, and theme for the gathering, again from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Wednes- questions. To register by phone, as well as information on how to day, Sept. 16, at Circle Square Cul- call (352) 861-9751. When September arrives, many download Zoom for those of us who tural Center about “How to Be a of us move from summer to fall may need help getting started. The mode. Fall is the time we anticipate meeting information and instruc- welcoming back our snowbirds and tions will be shared with residents we look forward to the fun fall ac- via email in the coming weeks. Be tivities in our community. sure to watch for updates in your 2020 has been a year of many email inbox! challenges and changes; this state- If you are new to Williamsburg ment is also true for things in Wil- and would like to be added to the liamsburg. We will not be able to email contact list, or if your pre- hold our in-person October social vious entry needs to be updated, at the Arbor Conference Center as please call Ginny Nardone at (352) planned, but something new is on 304-8619 or Cathy Higginbotham the horizon. Jill Carel, chairperson at (352) 509-4266.

you to remember to obey all traffic Community rules. Keep your cars locked at all Patrol times on or off site, and ask that you to keep garage doors closed, particularly after dark (days are Erwin Fluss getting shorter). Please stay alert and safe. The Community Patrol is active. We continue to ask for volun- We are the “eyes and ears” of our teers to become members of the community and the Marion County Community Patrol. If interested, Sheriff’s Office (MCSO). In addition please contact Paul Altman at (860) to patrolling here at On Top of the 460-7632 or [email protected] for World, we drive through the sur- information. rounding shopping areas. The patrol car has been sanitized LEASH LAW and is cleaned often. Once again neighbors, we ask Dogs must be on a leash at all times. 8A The World News September 2020 take shelter in a closet or refrigerator. When in doubt, bathroom and use mattress- throw it out. Storm Preparedness – es to protect yourself. • Use the phone only for emer- • Don’t assume the hurricane gencies. Resident Services Key Points is over when the wind sub- maintains an outdoor facility sides. The calm may be the to charge your cell phones. • Designate a “post-disaster • At least once per year, review eye of the storm, and the Capacity is limited so be pre- contact” who is a relative or your insurance coverage to worse part may still be on pared to share the area and friend who lives outside of make sure it is adequate and the way. facility. the danger zone. Make sure up to date. If the electricity goes out: • Conserve water! Do not wash each family member has • Don’t forget about your pet. • Use a flashlight – not a candle driveways of debris. If the been given this person’s ad- Some evacuation centers do or match. You do not want to power is out and you still dress and phone number and not allow pets. Making ar- take the risk of igniting gas have water pressure, it is agrees to contact him or her rangements before a storm from a broken line. only because the water plant following the hurricane. reduces the anxiety for both • Open your refrigerator only is running on auxiliary power • Keep on hand at least one you and your pet. when absolutely necessary. and with a limited supply of week’s supply of bottled When a hurricane threatens, im- This will help keep food fuel. water and nonperishable mediately take these steps: fresh for as long as possible. Proper insurance coverage can food items. You should also • Refill prescriptions and criti- After the hurricane has passed: help reduce the financial burden have available a manual can/ cal supplies such as oxygen. • Don’t venture outside until you may suffer as a result of a hur- bottle opener, flashlight and • Make sure your car has a full local authorities have issued ricane. Here are some additional battery-operated radio or tank of gas as power outages an “all-clear.” tips that will make the claims pro- television (with an extra set may force gas stations to re- • Continue to check the radio cess easier for you and your claims of batteries for each). Make main closed for several days or TV for post hurricane up- adjuster: sure these items are readily following a hurricane. dates. • Don’t alter the condition of accessible, so that you can • Store important documents • If you have evacuated, don’t the damaged property. Take quickly pack and evacuate. and other valuable items in return until authorities re- whatever steps are neces- • Maintain an up-to-date in- waterproof bags. open your area. Remember, sary to protect your property ventory of everything in your • Bring inside any loose items you may need proof of resi- from further damage. home. Taking photos and/or that can be found around the dency to return. • Contact your insurance agent making videotapes of these home. Firmly tie down loose • Use a flashlight to look at as soon as possible. Provide items may help support the items that cannot be brought damage. Allow only those your agent or insurance car- value you place on them. indoors. people who have been rier all information pertain- Also, consider storing valu- • Protect or shutter windows. trained, to turn off damaged ing to your claim. able items at a secure loca- (Please refer to your associa- utilities (e.g. gas) and discon- • Make a list of damaged or tion away from the house. tion’s rules on when to do nect damaged appliances. destroyed property. Your • Remove furniture from so.) • Beware of downed power adjuster will be able to work porches or patio and secure • Have enough cash on hand to lines and other debris. more quickly if he or she has hoses and lawn ornaments last at least a full week. Banks • Wear sturdy shoes and cloth- a written list to work from. so that these objects do not and ATMs may be closed for ing to protect yourself. Peo- Photos of damaged property become dangerous or lethal several days following the ple are oftentimes hurt more may also be useful. projectiles during a storm. storm. frequently after the hurri- • Keep records and receipts for • Stock up on items you may During a hurricane: cane than during it. all expenses you incur. Sup- need to protect your home or • Stay tuned to a battery-oper- • Use only bottled water. Un- plies purchased to protect to prevent it from being fur- ated radio or television for less otherwise advised, as- damaged property, or the ther damaged after the storm weather bulletins and impor- sume tap water is contami- costs incurred while staying has passed. These items may tant information. nated and sewer lines are out at a hotel while your home is include, but are not limited • Follow the orders of local au- of order. being repaired, may be recov- to tarps or plastic, hammers, thorities. • If electrical power was lost erable. nails and plywood. • Stay indoors in an interior during the hurricane, be ex- • Try to be patient. Once you • Make sure your family is room without windows; even tremely careful before con- report your claim, your trained on how to turn off inland locations may still be suming food taken from your claims adjuster will respond damaged utilities. at risk. If conditions worsen, as quickly as possible. Delays may be likely, as hurricanes often uproot signs and deposit debris on highways, se- verely impeding traffic. Additional Resources • National Hurricane Center: nhc.noaa.gov/ • Hurricane & Storm Track- ing for the Atlantic & Pacific Oceans: hurricane.terrapin. com/ • The Weather Channel: weather.com/ • Duke Energy Hurricane Pre- paredness Info: duke-energy. com/safety-and-preparedness/storm-safety • U.S. Department of Home- land Security: ready.gov/se- vere-weather • Marion County Emergency Management: AlertMarion. com

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26 September 2020 The World News 9A • Sept. 11: 9/11 Remembrance ployees. At this time no guests are Indigo East Day Indigo East allowed in either the Indigo East Social Committee • Sept. 13: National Grandpar- Fitness Center or Indigo East Com- ents Day munity Center. Some residents • Sept. 16: American Legion have raised concerns about seeing Nora Dominguez Day unfamiliar faces in the Indigo East Janice Liberton (352) 387-7372 • Sept. 18: Rosh Hashanah Community Center pool; be advised The following Indigo East So- • Sept. 22: Autumn Equinox Summer heat continues here that sharing your resident ID card cial Committee events have been • Sept. 28: National Good in Central Florida. Stay hydrated with anyone is strictly forbidden. placed on hold: Oct. 31–Halloween Neighbor Day especially during participation in For those of you who are into Party; Nov. 14–Hog (BBQ) Roast; Some silly and other celebrated summer outdoor activities when working out to stay healthy, the In- Nov. 21–Fall Craft Show; and Dec. September days: temperatures and humidity can digo East Fitness Center equipment 8–Golf Cart Parade. Please continue • Sept. 5: Cheese Pizza Day reach critical levels. and Fitness On Demand (FOD) to check the Indigo East Facebook • Sept. 7: National Salami Day I have noticed an increase in new rooms are a great place to maintain page, and/or email should there be • Sept. 9: Teddy Bear Day residents to the community lately. physical fitness. The FOD room is any changes to these events. • Sept. 10: Sewing Machine Day I would like to extend a hardy wel- dedicated to video assisted train- On the first Monday of Septem- (a special thank you to all In- come, and I look forward to meeting ing at your convenience. There are ber, we celebrate Labor Day; this digo East seamstresses) all the new residents. Our monthly many videos available via simple year the holiday falls on Sept. 7. • Sept. 12: Chocolate Milk activities sponsored by On Top of menu selection including strength, Labor Day came about by the idea Shake Day (yum) the World and resident events, with cardio, yoga and flexibility train- of Peter J. McGuire, a carpenter and • Sept. 13: Positive Thinking great regret, have been canceled. As ing. The fitness staff has supple- labor union leader. He thought the Day you know these are uncertain times mented and continues to update American worker should have a • Sept. 15: Make a Hat Day but the safety of our residents and many of the training videos specifi- day of their own to be honored for • Sept. 18: National Cheese- employees must come first. cally designed for our Indigo East their achievements. Mr. McGuire burger Day For the time being, the pools at residents. Stop by the Indigo East proposed his idea to the New York • Sept. 19: National Dance Day the Indigo East Fitness Center (8 Fitness Center office to get your Central Labor Union in 1882 and • Sept. 20: Wife Appreciation a.m. to 9 p.m.) and Indigo East Com- Frequent Flyer punch card. This they too thought it was a good idea. Day and National Women’s munity Center (9 a.m. to 9 p.m.) will card will be punched by the fitness The first Labor Day was held Friendship Day remain open daily. You must have center staff when you use the FOD on Tuesday, Sept. 5, 1882 in New • Sept. 21: Miniature Golf Day your resident ID to gain access to room. Prizes are awarded based on York City. It was celebrated with a • Sept. 22: Elephant Apprecia- either pool. usage. The Frequent Flyer program parade of 10,000 workers followed tion Day and Hobbit Day The use of a protective face will conclude Wednesday, Sept. 30. by a picnic, concert and speeches. • Sept. 23: Checkers Game Day mask is mandatory inside the facili- I want to thank all Indigo East Soon after the first Labor Day cel- • Sept. 24: National Cherries ties and recommended outside. Six- residents for your cooperation and ebration, the holiday was moved to Jubilee Day foot minimum social distancing is patience during these challenging the first Monday in September. • Sept. 26: International Rabbit required at all times. Again, this is times. Congress passed legislation in Day for the safety of residents and em- 1894 making Labor Day a national • Sept. 27: Crush a Can Day holiday. All too often, we celebrate • Sept. 28: Ask a Stupid Ques- this holiday, but forget the actual tion Day (one of my favorite workers, past and present, that days) HURRICANE? BE PREPARED! have contributed to the strength, As we enter into a new month prosperity and well-being of our and season, let us not forget, we, Resources available online at ontopoftheworldinfo.com/hurricane-preparedness Country. Hopefully, this year, and the residents, enhance beautiful In- in the future, we take time on Labor digo East. Day to remember the true meaning Have a great September, and as of the holiday. usual, I’ll see you around the neigh- Other notable days in Septem- borhood. ber:

MISSED DELIVERY? If you are not receiving home delivery, please email [email protected] or call (352) 387-7466. Please include your house number and street address along with your neighborhood. 10A The World News September 2020 since 2009 use the MP (match pre- quarter inches, these will offer a Keeping It Green cipitation) rotator. This means each savings to keep you from over wa- head has an identical precipitation tering; but if you are not watering rate to the other nozzle patterns; correctly, these devices or settings Phillip Hisey they all produce a precipitation may cause even further problems. (352) 236-OTOW (6869) rate of .43 inches per hour. So now, On another note, I had the ex- [email protected] if you know the precipitation rate perience of a lifetime a few Satur- Understanding irrigation run- you can determine how long you days ago. You know the old saying, times, precipitation rates, Solar need to irrigate to water between “Never judge someone until you Sync/Virtual Solar Sync, matched half to three-quarter inches. This is have walked a mile in their shoes?” precipitation and evapotranspira- why we set the irrigation systems Well, I walked a few miles or saw tion are crucial to irrigation man- at 90 minutes applying .63” at each the miles while mowing with the agement and turf grass health. cycle. Parkway staff in one of our neigh- Many times, when investigating I have seen many controllers set borhoods. These Parkway employ- grass-related service tickets, we to water for 20 minutes with MP ees are consistent, loyal and un- come across one of these areas and Rotators; at that rate you are apply- wavering in their determination often see this as the genesis of turf ing .14” of water. Needless to say, trying their hardest to keep our grass problems. this is not enough but it also leads community clean and presentable. Let’s begin with how long to run me to my next point of evapotrans- But even in the face of this deter- the irrigation and how it relates to piration. mination we face a host of external precipitation rate. Knowing how Evapotranspiration (Et) is an al- challenges. One of the challenges the runtime and precipitation rate gorithm combining the water evap- I noticed while in the field operat- interact is essential in how your orated from the ground and wa- ing a mower was an obstacle course irrigation system is set up. How ter transpired through the leaves. of trees that were not maintained; many minutes should you irrigate? Typical Et values during the sum- also bird baths, grill covers, hoses The University of Florida, Institute mer months is around .10 to .14 and other items that we need resi- of Food and Agricultural Scienc- inches per day. Going back to my dents to tend to. es (UF/IFAS) recommends half to previous paragraph, if you irrigate Items such as trees that are three-quarter inches per applica- 20 minutes twice a week you are al- properly lifted and maintained al- tion. Knowing the type of irrigation ways operating in a deficit and the low mowers to be operated under- head you have and nozzle are in- plant can never recover, leading to neath reducing ground workers dicative in how long to irrigate. drought stress, weeds and insect “weed whacking.” Trees also pose For instance, homes constructed pests. For instance, I irrigate today safety hazards. We get employ- and apply .14 inches at 20 minutes, ees who try to do their best and the next cycle on a twice per week get poked in the eye or run into a system is two to three days later. spider web while in the process of Given that known constant and an mowing and get bitten leading to Et value of .12 inches, I have lost delays and production loss. Own- .24 inches of water in two days but ers in On Top of the World Central will only be putting back .14 inch- are responsible for owner installed JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST es at 20 minutes. In the end, the plantings and it is the resident’s re- Receive information about plant cannot keep up and the soil sponsibility to install and maintain Circle Square Commons becomes hydrophobic or repels the these plantings in a manner that al- including the Farmer’s Market, special water and you see drying, dorman- lows for proper maintenance. events, entertainment, cy and often dead grass. As I read from the community The Ranch Fitness Center & Spa, If you couple the runtime with standards “Any homesite, which Circle Square Cultural Center, the Solar Sync or Virtual Solar Sync has been altered from its natural Master the Possibilities, this also may cause more problems state, shall be landscaped accord- Mr. B’s Ice Cream Shop, if not using the correct runtime. ing to plans approved by the ARB. Sid’s Coffee Shop & Deli and more! The Solar Sync or Virtual Solar Sync Any owner-installed landscape is Sign up at CircleSquareCommons.com take site specific Et values and so- the owner’s responsibility to main- lar radiation to create a runtime tain. All shrubs, trees, grass and adjustment. If you are at the cor- plantings of every kind shall be rect runtime to apply half to three- kept well maintained, properly cul- tivated and free of trash and other CURBSIDE LANDSCAPE DEBRIS PICK-UP SCHEDULE unsightly material.” We thank you for your coopera- Please visit tion and helping us to maintain the ontopoftheworldinfo.com/otow-central-garbage-and-recycling-locations/ community. September 2020 The World News 11A Day Monday, Sept. 7. The Recre- handling all registrations and your a.m.): Dance experience re- Recreation Center ation Center Fitness Center, Arbor cooperation is greatly appreciated. quired for this class. Cur- Fitness Center, The Lodge at Can- (Please remember gathering is not rent, popular dances taught dler Hills office, Indigo Fitness Cen- allowed in the Recreation Center that include easy intermedi- Theresa Fields ter office and pools will be open, lobby.) All classes are progres- ate dances. (352) 854-8707 ext. 7530 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. but all classes sive September 2020 through June [email protected] Community Bus will be canceled. Please plan ac- 2021. The community bus is running We are now in the peak of hur- cordingly. Monday's class offerings are as by appointment only and limited ricane season and we all need to Line Dance Classes follows: seating of four persons per day. make sure our hurricane kits are Many considerations have been • Absolute Beginner (noon The bus runs Mondays, Wednes- up to date along with those impor- made for your comfort and safety to 12:50 p.m. and 1 to 1:50 days and Thursdays of each week tant contact numbers. The Marion as line dance classes resume. Due p.m.): For new dancers and for a morning run only. The current County non-emergency citizens in- to mandatory class size restric- those who want to review destinations at this time are Aldi, formation line is (352) 369-7500. tions, the largest classes have been last year’s class. Basic steps Publix and Super Walmart. You can Many of our facilities are open split into two sessions. All Monday and patterns described, prac- make reservations by calling the with capacity limitations posted classes will be 50 minutes long to ticed and used in easy danc- Recreation Center office at (352) for each. If you are planning on us- accommodate a total of five classes es. 387-7533 and please note limited ing a facility, please remember you and allow for entry and exit. Im- • Beginner Level 2 (2:10 to 3 space on bus so you will need to must book the facility through the prover class will be held on Thurs- p.m.): Prior dance experience call to see what dates are available. Recreation Center office prior to days for now. These changes will be needed. Higher level begin- Community Information use and this includes all pavilions. adjusted as restrictions are lifted. ner plus dances taught. New Residents must be responsible for patterns taught as needed. Please remember that mask and Each class will start at a slow pace social distancing are required in- their own personal safety and for as we regain our physical and emo- • Beginner Level 1 (3:15 to compliance with the safety proto- 4:05 p.m. and 4:20 to 5:10 side all facilities at On Top of the tional energies and recover from World. Guests are not permitted cols for each location. Keeping our six months of “stay at home” time. p.m.): Dancers know basic residents and employees safe while steps and patterns learned at any facility or pools at this time Classes are held in the Recre- and this would include when din- re-opening On Top of the World ation Center Ballroom. Masks are in Absolute Beginner and are Communities amid the COVID-19 ready to move on to more. ing at The Pub. required, and temperature checks Note at this time all Recreation reopen plan has been and will re- will occur before each class. Please Easy dances with additional main our focus. step patterns taught. Center events have been cancelled sign up well in advance of your unless noted in this column. Holiday Hours dance class, as no passes will be Thursday's class offering is as follows: Think of yourself and others and The Recreation Center office will issued on Mondays prior to class abide by all safety protocols. be closed in observance of Labor or after Sept. 14. Maggie will be • Improver (10:30 to 11:30

ready and able to make an appoint- Back at ment for you – book now! The Ranch Our experienced team of spa providers offer a vast menu of ser- Rus Adams vices including massages, facials, (352) 861-8180 and body treatments. [email protected] If your idea of feeling your best Most of 2020 is behind us now, includes breaking a sweat, we got and yet it seems like this year has you covered. The fitness team just begun. I am not sure about worked hard to schedule fitness you; but I am still adjusting to the classes that accommodate social “new normal.” This unique time distancing and increased oppor- has presented us with many chal- tunity for sanitizing equipment. If lenges, now is the perfect opportu- you are not quite ready to return nity for you to pause and focus on to the fitness center, we get it! We self-care. Take a breath before the have a solution for that too! Select holidays roll in. We know that with a virtual workout from our library our “new normal” this year’s holi- of fitness videos, available at no day season will pose many unique charge at RanchOcala.com. hurdles. Schedule some self-care time Over the last month, I made time and book a salon or spa service or for a massage, pedicure and facial. stop by and we will gladly provide What a relief it was to retreat from you with a personal tour of the fit- life’s daily stressors. Let The Ranch ness center. Fitness Center & Spa whisk you Exciting news for residents … away from the troubles of your day. The Ranch Fitness Center & Spa is Our spa and salon team specialize waiving the member initiation fee in relaxation, stress relief, energy during the month of September! It restoration, and making you look is the perfect time to take care of beautiful. Retreat for a single ser- you. vice or book a package to escape for the day! Our salon has three cosmetolo- gists to accommodate the latest in hair color and style, and a nail technician with expanded availability. When The Ranch reopened in May, we stepped up all of our safety measures including cleaning protocols, adding time to appointments for smoother transitions, and our reception team has been diligent with social distancing guidelines. We have accommodated the entire backlog of appointments, which ac- crued during our closure. We are

Democratic Club

Dan Lack The members of our club will receive an email around 6 p.m. Thurs- day, Sept. 24 (when we normally would meet in person) with a link to our September 2020 video message on our YouTube.com channel. If you would like to join the Democratic Club, please use the contact information at the end of this column and provide your name, address, phone number and email address. If you are an Indigo East resident, please email a copy of your current Gateway of Services pass. There are no dues and you will receive useful information. We continue to support the Oca- la Ritz Veterans Village so that we can show our appreciation to these men and women who sacrificed so much for us. The Ritz is in need of disinfectant and wipes, face masks, anti-bacterial soap, hand sanitizer, shoes, paper towels, toilet paper, feminine hygiene products, dish detergent, laundry detergent, toiletries, canned food and dry food. Club members will receive “where and when” information via email. For more information contact Dan Lack at (352) 509-4942 or [email protected] or visit our Facebook page (On Top of the World Democratic Club). You are not alone! RESIDENT ID CARDS Resident Services 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday 12A The World News September 2020 staff is working hard to keep resi- If you are interested in greeting The Lodge dents safe; this includes inform- Candler new neighbors and helping with at Candler Hills ing you when there is lightning Connection the very important Candler Hills detected in the area while you are ambassador program, contact Amy Cassie Cummings at the pool. Lightning regularly Waller at [email protected]. Sev- (352) 387-9508 strikes water so we will ask you to eral neighborhoods within Candler [email protected] Debra Keirn please evacuate the pool area and Hills still need ambassadors. I am excited to introduce my- find shelter immediately. When you Very few activities can currently Some future events (hopefully) self to you, Cassie Cummings, as hear thunder, please wait a mini- take place in Candler Hills, but up- to look forward to at Candler Hills your new coordinator at The Lodge mum of 30 minutes before return- dates are provided below. are: at Candler Hills. I look forward to ing back to the water. The Candler Hills potluck din- • Sunday, Oct. 25: Annual fall meeting you once we get our activi- Our monthly activities are still ners have been cancelled until picnic (tentative). ties back up and running again. A cancelled until further notice. The further notice. They will resume • Saturday, Dec. 12: Holiday few of you may have already met Lodge at Candler Hills and Candler whenever we can have large crowds party. me by the pool. We continue to Hills Community Center pools re- at The Lodge at Candler Hills again. The 2020 speaker series is as fol- monitor the pool closely to ensure main open for our Candler Hills Our previous dinners have aver- lows thus far: everyone follows safety protocols residents only. Please note our aged anywhere from 70 to 145 • Monday, Oct. 19: Pat Gabriel and guidelines. We ask that six feet hours have temporarily changed to attendees. For new Candler Hills from the SR200 Coalition of social distancing be maintained 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. The safety of our residents, the potluck dinners are regarding what is going on at all times, wearing a mask when residents and employees remains always on the last Tuesday of each around us. entering indoor facilities, and still our main focus. I want to thank month and start at 5:30 p.m. The speaker series committee no guests permitted at The Lodge Candler Hills residents for your co- We had many different themes, has a couple of options for Novem- at Candler Hills or Candler Hills operation during these challenging such as Mexican night, where we ber, but they are holding off sched- Community Center at this time. times. set up a taco bar in addition to all uling anything further until they September is peak hurricane sea- The annual Craft Fair at Circle of the wonderful Mexican dishes find out what the restrictions will son; we will see a lot of rain and Square Cultural Center sponsored that were provided by our resi- be for future months. thunderstorms along the way. Our by On Top of the World, with great dents. German night was a spectac- New residents of Candler Hills regret, has been cancelled this year. ular night with all of the wonderful can log onto candlerconnection. Residents, please remember to German cooks providing their best org and fill out the form to receive LOST OR FOUND A PET? bring your Candler Hills resident ID culinary displays. We had Italian “The Happenings” by email in or- to utilize all of the facilities. der to learn about events and ac- Call the S.P.C.A. hotline night which was also a great suc- Please note Monday, Sept. 7, is cess. We had barbecues with our tivities. Currently 1,253 residents at (352) 362-0985 Labor Day and our pool and facility volunteer chefs cooking hamburg- of Candler Hills receive “The Hap- hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ers and hot dogs, a variety of picnic penings.” salads, side dishes and desserts to The Candler Connection Face- choose from, and a DJ so that you book group has grown to more could dance the night away. than 892 members. This Facebook We are anxious to start the pot- group is a good source of informa- lucks again. We miss all of you tion for Candler Hills residents. and are looking forward to the Richard Steinfeldt has a “new time when we can have wonderful resident” presentation on Face- meals together along with stimu- book to welcome new residents to lating conversation. If you have any Candler Hills. You can access this questions, contact Deb Keirn at ar- presentation at steinfeldt.com/ne- [email protected] or at (352) wresonline.pdf . 414-5737. The Candler Connection board The postponed Golf Cart Scaven- meetings have been cancelled until ger and BBQ has been rescheduled further notice. for Saturday, Oct. 17. Watch for in- Please stay healthy and safe. formation in the World News and Hope to see you at future events “The Happenings.” and around the neighborhood!

IRREGULAR WATER USAGE* • Toilets: A failing fapper (valve seal) can waste up to 200 gallons of water a day. • Leaky Faucets/Showerheads: Dripping can range from several gallons to hun- dreds of gallons of water per day. • Water Hose: When left on with leaks at the spigot or nozzle. • Irrigation System: Automatic irrigation solenoid valves not closing properly or excessive run times including multiple program cycles. • Water Softeners: Excessively backwashing or the backwash valve failing. * Water loss is estimated and varies depending on severity of leak. ®

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Where the amenities are endless! Vol. 34, No. 3 September 2020 Back-to-School Drive a Tremendous Success By Bob Leiter SoZo Kids is a non-profit organi- boxes of crayons; 187 packages of zation helping to combat rural pov- colored pencils; 84 pencil sharpen- erty in the Ocala National Forest. ers; 114 scissors; 19 Crayola cray- In July, a back-to-school drive was on boxes; 40 zippered pencil bags; held by the Candler Hills commu- 59 packages of mechanical pencils; nity but supported by all residents! 165 packages of pencils; 334 two- The donation totals are in – pack glue sticks; 53 bottles of glue; $11,725 in school supplies and 1 bottle of glitter glue; 3 bottles clothing plus monetary donations of colored glue; 1 30-piece school of $4,670 – with a grand total of supply kit; 7 large bottles of hand $16,395! Wow! sanitizer; 6 packages of hi-lighters; We have a big-hearted communi- 17 binders; 1 girl lunch bag; 3 pack- ty! We appreciate everyone’s dona- ages of graph paper; 26 various tions for this great back-to-school note cards and stickers; 2 packages program for SoZo Kids! A special of construction paper; 1 package thanks to all of the volunteers and of chalk; 4 boxes of binder clips; to Office Depot for their contribu- 4 packages of gel colored pens; 3 tions. organizer trays; 1 artist paints and The following items were do- brushes in a wooden case; 10 box- nated for the back-to-school drive: es of tissues; 2 calculators; 4 dry 37 pairs of girls shoes; 26 pairs of erase boards; 2 manuscript tablets; boys shoes; 196 boys tops; 2 boys 1 stapler; 77 backpacks; 9 reels of short sets; 12 boys pants; 421 scotch tape; 1 fanny pack; 1 pack- pairs of boys socks; 197 boys un- age of baby wipes; 99 packages of derwear; 490 girls underwear; 504 colored markers; 95 packages of pairs of girls socks; 48 sports bras; pens; 7 packages of dry erasers; 47 30 leggings; 3 teen girl tops; 14 girl rulers; 3 four-count variety glue; 42 pants; 20 girl dresses; 2 girl shorts; packages of index cards; 94 pack- 4 girl sweatshirts; 2 girls short sets; ages of erasers; 4 40-count pencil 123 girl tops; 2 girl sweaters; 3 girl erasers; 1 container of 110 erasers jackets; 274 notebooks; 129 com- and pencil grips; 4 packages of tab Photo by Bob Leiter position books; 305 pocket folders; dividers; and 14 packages of fash- Bob Leiter and Patti Gresick presenting check to Pastor 85 packages of lined paper; 392 ion pencils. Dave Houck for $4,670 for SoZo Kids in the Forest.

all should get to Mars in early 2021. things like oxygen, water, and ex- A fourth launch was cancelled. treme cold. Mission: Space How does this affect me? I heard America’s “Perseverance” will be By Bill Shampine someone ask this question. If you working on the oxygen issue with a have been following the news, device called MOXIE (Mars Oxygen This monthly column is called when I recently learned that three you will know that Elon Musk’s In-Situ Resource Utilization Experi- The World Traveler. Note that spacecrafts are being launched to SpaceX company is on a roll. This ment). It takes carbon dioxide from it doesn’t specify any particular Mars this July/August. The launch- private company has successfully the Mars atmosphere (95% of the at- world, so I decided to write about es include the U.S.’s “Perseverance” launched, and recovered, multiple mosphere) and converts it into oxy- Mars because I have been fascinated Mars rover; the United Arab Emir- spacecrafts in the past year. Now, gen and carbon monoxide. If MOXIE with space and space travel for my ates’ “Hope” orbiter; and China’s here’s the part that could affect works as planned, truly long-range entire life; and that’s a lot of years! “Huoxing-1” mission will include you. SpaceX is planning to sell pas- thinkers believe it may even be pos- I was reminded of space travel both an orbiter and a rover. They senger space on some missions in sible to “terraform” Mars – that is the not-too-distant future. It would totally change the composition of be expensive, but, wow, what an ad- the atmosphere to make it simi- venture! SpaceX also has developed lar to that of Earth. Scientists also a huge rocket called “Starship” that believe they have identified some is designed specifically to provide deposits of frozen water on the the power necessary to take pay- surface and some potentially liquid loads to Mars and beyond. water stored at depth. The world’s Did you know that the U.S. and famous polar caps primarily are its partners are hoping to return “dry ice,” frozen carbon dioxide, to the Moon by the mid-2020s and but, apparently, they do contain to Mars by 2030! There is even one some amount of frozen water. For (optimistic) Dutch company (Mars the cold, an average temperature One) that plans to start colonizing of -81 degrees Fahrenheit, take a Mars starting in 2023! Think about warm jacket and a “space” heater! that! They actively are seeking vol- We always hear broadcasters talk unteers to join their program for a about “windows” when they are dis- permanent move to Mars. Are you cussing impending space launches. ready? What is that? You have to remem- The core question, however, is ber that the Earth is always mov- why go to Mars? The scientific rea- ing and the target for the launch sons for going are humankind’s rocket also is constantly moving. never-ending search for life, under- Therefore, for the most fuel- and standing the surface and the plan- time-efficient launch, you have to et’s evolution, and learning lessons aim for where the target will be, not for future human exploration of where it is at the time of launch – space. Mars is the logical target be- extraordinarily complex mathemat- cause it is close by, and potentially ics. For Mars, there is a one-month habitable. I say “potentially habit- launch window available every 26 Photo by Rosetta, the European Space Agency’s spacecraft able” because there are some seri- months, which explains why there Mars, from a distance of about 150,000 miles. ous problems to overcome; little were three launches this summer.

on the new year docket, too. First order of business is our A New Season Ahead election of officers. If you have an By Nancy Meininger interest in helping to make this our best year ever, please contact Len The season is upon us! We are The board members also agreed Elsner at (631) 807-5688. You do about to enter the High Holidays, to a fundraiser to support Kim- not have to be Jewish to run on the soon to celebrate Rosh Hashanah berly’s Center for Child Protection, board. The club is open to all resi- and Yom Kippur – the beginning of our chosen Ocala charity to have a dents. our Jewish New Year. Like you, we donation drive in October to collect If you need a little sunshine or are all longing to gather for a true needed supplies and funds. Kim- would just enjoy a friendly visit, meet and greet. berly’s Center is a home for abused contact Sunshine Lady Karen Fish- In this interim, the Jewish Club and neglected children. It houses man at (860) 712-7472. board of directors, led by Vice Pres- about 30 children from five to 18 The Jewish Club looks forward ident Len Elsner, has met at the years of age. They also advocate to an active and exciting season. outdoor pavilion to map out our and help others who are at risk or Our lunch and dinner bunch plan- new season. just need legal advocacy. This has ner, Myra Post, will be arranging On Top of the World has grant- been the chosen charity for the mid-month events when appropri- ed us the opportunity to meet for Jewish club the last few years. ate. half of our season at The Lodge Charlie Calhoun, well known in Our Wandering Jews One Tank at Candler Hills, accommodating the community for his success- Travel Group is anxious to get on all of our wonderful Candler Hills ful fundraisers for other charities, the road with new trip ideas as resident members, and the other will spearhead the effort. If you soon as we are allowed. half of the season at the Arbor would like to assist with this fund- Membership in the Jewish Club Conference Center Dance Studios raiser, contact Charlie at (352) 556- is $20 per year. Those who paid I-III as we have in the past. When 6004. Collection points will be ar- last year will receive a $10 credit permitted, we will meet a total of ranged throughout the community since our season was cut short. For 10 months annually, excluding July at specific neighborhood locations. Photo by Nancy Meininger member information, contact Len and August. Our popular outdoor barbeque is Wandering Jews visiting Elsner at (631) 807-5688. Homosassa.

ontopoftheworldnews.com/ocala 14B The World News September 2020 three years before national prohi- Michigan Club bition. This prompted bootleggers to smuggle booze from Canada to Detroit. In northern Michigan, on prop- Nancy Meininger erty once owned by the founder of General Motors, William Durant, If Michigan is your home state, a group of Detroit mafia families then you share a common root with built one of the largest ranches in some very notable folks. There is the state which was frequently vis- Tim Allen, comedian of the “Home ited by union boss, Jimmy Hoffa. Improvement” TV show, from Bir- This year marked the end of pri- mingham, Michigan; and Madonna, vate ownership of the Ambassador the “Material Girl” from Bay City. Bridge, a gateway to Canada via De- Basketball great, Earvin “Magic” troit to Windsor. It had been owned Johnson is from Lansing, the state by billionaire trucking mogul Matty capital; world heavyweight champi- Maroun since 1979. During his life- Photo by Judy Parisi on, Joe Lewis from Detroit, where a time, he managed to block con- The Breakers from Cliff Walk. bronze of his punching arm hangs struction of a second bridge to Can- glimpse of these “cottages” as you outside the City County Building; ada called the Gordie Howe Bridge Rhode Island traverse Cliff Walk. and Motown’s million-dollar baby which is now under construction. Group Cliff Walk is 3.5 miles long, with with the velvet voice, Dianna Ross Michigan Club is proud of our about two thirds being easy walk- hails from there, also. colorful state history. When we are ing. The southern part of the walk You knew the auto greats Hen- allowed to meet again, we hope Judy Parisi however is a rough trail over the ry Ford and Walter Chrysler were you will join us in sharing more natural, rugged rocky shoreline. Michiganders. But did you know Michigan memories at our popular We’re hoping it won’t be too long Over the last 150 years, some of the the state was also home to Thomas monthly Sunday night meet and before we can get back to lunches estate owners objected to access Edison who grew up in Port Huron greet potlucks. with our Rhode Island Group where rights along and to the shore. How- and aviator, Charles Lindberg who We hope to have our annual Co- we can reminisce and share favor- ever, access was protected by “Fish- was born in Detroit? ney Island barbeque Sunday, Oct. ite memories. erman’s Rights” under the Colonial Michigan also has a dark side 4, at the outdoor pavilion at 5 p.m. This is the first summer we have Charter of King Charles II along in the history books. It was home Tickets are $5. Those purchased not returned to Rhode Island. We with a passage in the Rhode Island to the Purple Gang, Detroit’s most for the event in the spring will be are very much missing the wonder- Constitution granting the public notorious mob that monopolized honored. ful food opportunities, especially “rights of fishery and the privileg- the flow of alcohol in 1916 when Call Nancy Meininger for details chowder and clam cakes, lobster es of the shore to which they have the state prohibited liquor sales, at (352) 554-0757. rolls, Italian cuisine on The Hill and heretofore been entitled”. This pro- more, as well as visiting the many vided the public a right of way over scenic spots. private property. One of our favorite places to The truly intrepid can walk the visit in Rhode Island is Newport, 3.5 miles and either retrace their particularly Cliff Walk. Strolling steps back to their starting point along Cliff Walk you’ll see the natu- or return by streets that are along ral beauty of the rugged Atlantic, the front of the various mansions, along with the spectacular archi- though the return that way would tecture of the mansions from New- be longer. However, by coming back port’s Gilded Age. These homes along the street you will see other were the “summer cottages” of the mansions across the street. While late 19th century tycoons such as these don’t have frontage on the At- the Vanderbilts, and Astors. Inter- lantic, they are no less impressive, estingly, quite a few of the man- an example being Belcourt Castle, sions had a Vanderbilt connection. designed by Richard Morris Hunt It was said members of the fam- after the Louis XIII hunting lodge at ily would build their home to outdo Versailles. Another alternative is to the home of another family mem- walk a portion of the Cliff Walk by ber. For example, Ochre Court was entering and leaving through one built by the Goelets in 1892. Mary of five designated right of way ac- Goelet’s youngest sister, Grace, had cess points. married Cornelius Vanderbilt III Cliff Walk is definitely a “must (“Neily”). To outshine Ochre Court, see” if you visit Rhode Island. Cornelius Vanderbilt II constructed For those who have lived or The Breakers in 1893, and William worked in Rhode Island and who K. Vanderbilt, an uncle of Neily had would like to join the Rhode Island Marble House constructed. These Group for lunches in the future, are all striking mansions designed please email me at Judith.parisi@ Photo by Nancy Meininger by Richard Morris Hunt with spec- gmail.com, and I’ll add you to the A perfect beach day at Hazarat Beach, Lake Michigan. tacular grounds. You can get a list. September 2020 The World News 15B Immigrants normally immigrat- at approximately 3:30 p.m. and re- Genealogy ed to areas where friends or rela- Travel Toppers turn around 10:30 p.m. The price, Society tives, or other people of their na- contact information, and other per- tionality or religion settled. To find tinent details will be available on information on ancestors in the our website later in the year. Peter Parisi early 1800s, check for the names of Anne Parker The rescheduled Father’s Day friends, relations or neighbors as trip to Sanford to enjoy a three-hour On Monday, July 20, Michael witnesses on early documents on The Travel Toppers board has cruise down the St. Johns River on John Neill, a professional genealo- land records. decided for the safety of our resi- the Barbara Lee will occur June 20, gist, gave a very informative educa- Check census records for the dents to cancel all remaining 2020 2021. A delicious meal will be pre- tional presentation on “Immigrant same surname with similar spell- trips. Please visit traveltoper- pared fresh onboard and served at Research Strategies” via Zoom. ing or ethnicity. Check tax lists for stours.com for updated informa- your table. Meal selections, price, Michael stated that even if you personal and real property. When tion regarding 2021 trips. contact information, and other per- don’t have many vital records from your ancestor passed, were there The rescheduled trip to Mango’s tinent data will be posted in a fu- the 1700s and 1800s, any record quit claim deeds of the property, Tropical Café and Dinner Show in ture column. could have a clue. Check church which might list living relatives Orlando has been set for Saturday, Remember these trips are open records of your ancestor’s children of the deceased? Are there estate Jan. 23, 2021. Dinner includes ap- only to residents and their guests. and grandchildren. These records settlements of the immigrant’s petizers, salad, choice of three en- Indigo East residents must have a could have the birthplace of your descendants who died without de- trees, dessert, and coffee or soda. Gateway of Services pass to be able ancestor on their descendant’s scendants? Alcoholic beverages are available to book tours through Travel Top- birth or death records. If they became a citizen of the for purchase. The bus will depart pers. Also, check the ethnic newspa- U.S., check the Declarations of In- pers, such as German, Italian or tention for Naturalization which Irish newspapers, and also reli- could be done right after arriving Women of the board and gious newspapers in the area in in the U.S. Also, if they traveled be able to go forward with our which they lived. They may have on business, check their Passport the World worthy causes. information on your ancestor. application. It can give vital infor- No one came forward to claim Location is the key to finding in- mation. Search familysearch.org/ the lucky ticket for the “egg/hat” formation. In what village or county search/collection/2185145 for Mary Purfeerst drawing, so that money will remain could they have lived? Where would passports from 1795 to 1925. in the treasury and be the records be located? Remember, If available, check passenger We won’t see you in September, donated to Hospice of Marion city, county and state lines changed lists of ships coming in about the but it was a good thought and nice County. over time. In Europe, even the coun- time your ancestor came to the U.S. song! Things are still on hold and Our email is womenoftheworl- try boundaries changed after the Also, if they homesteaded, the ap- at a standstill. [email protected] if anyone many wars in the 1700s, 1800s and plication may provide naturaliza- There is no “new” news to report wants to submit ideas, information after World War I and World War tion information. from our club. or questions. It isn’t checked daily, II. If they lived in a very rural area, All of the following meetings I would like to strongly remind but you will receive an answer with- they may have given the name of a take place at 10 a.m. via Zoom. you all, that when we do have per- in a few days. nearby large town. Members will be notified by email mission to meet again and start up Remember our Facebook page Do you have the correct sur- from our club President, Ron Nie- our club once again, we will be in for checking notifications – that is name? Did your ancestor Anglicize bo, on how to access the meeting. need of a board. The column in the also a place you can submit ideas, their name after coming to this On Monday, Sept. 14, we will August World News described how etc. country? Did they truncate their hold an open genealogy discus- this would all be handled. When Everyone stay healthy and wear name so it could be better under- sion by the membership on geneal- we meet, I hope you all attend with those masks. See you down the stood, or did they change it com- ogy issues or discoveries they have ideas and names to fill the seats on road. pletely? learned. Was the place in which they lived On Monday, Sept. 21, there will hearing from the board regarding also the place of their birth, or had be an educational presentation. Singles Club the process of election of officers the parents moved decades before Visit otowgens.shutterfly.com for the 2020-21 year by email or they immigrated? for more information. phone call. We welcome new members also, Sally Wall so if you are interested in joining, On Wheels pet program. We are please contact Nancy Grant at (352) SPCA of reaching out to all of you to en- Marion County Welcome to the 37th year of the 854-9185 or Sally Wall at (352) 237- courage donations of dry cat food Singles Club! We hope to have our 9103. and small canned wet food (three first meeting of the new season Stay tuned and check the next ounces) for cats (made in America). soon! month’s World News for further Paula Gajewski Pet food donations can be dropped Since we are not meeting in per- information as to when we will re- off at 8683-E SW 93rd Lane or son this month, officers will be in- sume our monthly meetings. SPCA is now canceling all gener- 8883-D SW 94th Lane or 8880-C SW stalled via email/phone. You will be Stay safe! al meetings until January 2021. As 94th Street. Monetary donations time progresses, we will review the can still be mailed to SPCA of Mar- safety of holding public meetings. ion County, 11100 SW 93rd Court EMERGENCY AFTER-HOURS PHONE NUMBER We are happy to introduce the Road, Ocala, FL 34481. We appreci- (352) 236-6869 newest group of kittens to you! (J.R.) ate all of you every day! Lewis (orange male), Gracie (dark tabby female) and Zelda (all gray female). These three domestic medium hair felines are being fostered by a new worker bee, who captured the feral mom cat and took her to Sheltering Hands for trap-neu- ter-return (TNR). As the end of August is here, these little ones are about nine weeks old. They will be altered when they are fully three months old and vaccinated as well as micro-chipped. We still have kittens and young felines ready to go. Call (352) 300-1072 for an adoption appointment. Adoption applications can be downloaded from spcaof- marioncounty.weebly.com. Wear a mask and bring paperwork to your appointment. Time is running out on the waived cat/kitten adoption fees. That offer expires Monday, Aug. 31. We are still operating our Meals

GOING OUT OF TOWN? View or download a PDF of the World News at ontopoftheworldnews.com/ocala. 16B The World News September 2020 the “2020 Perseverance Rover Mis- of Mars indicates the presence of will allow for an open sky, and Moonstruck sion to Mars,” which is of special water on the Martian surface at a owners of telescopes willing to set Astronomy Club interest due to NASA’s launch of much earlier time, most likely un- up for others to see interesting ce- the mission Thursday, July 30, der a layer of ice that covered the lestial objects. Sessions begin after from Cape Canaveral. entire planet. Using analytic equip- dark and last into the evening, de- ment on the Rover, scientists may pending on the conditions and on Jim Shuman The Rover is scheduled to set down on the Martian surface next be able to answer the question of the prospect of seeing specific tar- The Moonstruck Astronomy February. It is engineered to move whether any microscopic forms of gets as they cross the night sky. Un- Club held its monthly meeting us- about and investigate, among oth- life could have developed in that til further notice, participants must ing Zoom Thursday, Aug. 13. Club er things, possible forms of mi- water eons ago. Clearly, members wear face masks and maintain so- President Jim Di Paolo discussed croscopic life on the Red Planet. of the Moonstruck Astronomy Club cial distancing throughout the time Recent research on the surface will be interested in learning what they are at the observing sessions. the mission finds! Other instructions and precautions In addition to the Perseverance will be provided in emails announc- Rover presentation, club Vice Presi- ing each session. dent Larry Isenberg introduced Excitement about astronomy members to the 114mm Celestron continues to build here with the re- Nexstar reflecting telescope that he establishment of evening observing refurbished when it was recently sessions and recent rocket launch- donated to the club. The telescope es at Cape Canaveral. Regular club will be added to the club’s “tele- meetings are on the second Thurs- scope lending library” for members day of every month from 1:30 to 3 to borrow and use on their own to p.m. For now, they will remain on- search the heavens. line. Club Secretary John Bridges re- Any resident can join the Moon- viewed the August night sky for struck Astronomy Club, and new club members, and club President members are welcome! Yearly club Di Paolo stated that evening star dues are only $15 per year, which observations for club members includes a subscription to the quar- will continue at the R/C flying field terly Reflector Magazine. For infor- in September. As always, observ- mation or club registration, please ing sessions will be announced to contact Club President Jim Di Paolo Photo by NASA/JPL-CalTech members via email in the afternoon at [email protected]. Depiction of the NASA Perseverance Rover on Mars. of any day that weather conditions

What’s Cookin’ reaction if you make this recipe. Apple Dump Cake 2 eggs 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar Elaine Morrison 1 cup oil 1 teaspoon vanilla As much as I enjoy cooking, I 1 teaspoon baking soda never did feel the same way about 1/2 teaspoon salt baking. I know the reason for this 1 can apple pie filling is my dislike of having to be exact 1 cup chopped nuts, walnuts or with measurements of ingredients, pecans such an important component of Grease and flour an 8- x 12-inch turning out a successful product. baking dish. Dump all ingredients So, when I was introduced to a cat- into a bowl and stir until well mixed. egory of cakes requiring no more Pour into prepared dish and bake at technique than dumping all the in- 350 degrees for one hour or until gredients into a bowl, I was ecstat- inserted toothpick comes out clean. ic. I hope you will enjoy a similar

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Photo by Ron Broman Where in the world grows this tree? Native Plant Group

Ron Broman Current restrictions are putting quite a strain on our ability to find a plant that fits our criteria for “Where in the World Grows This Tree?” We don’t get around much these days, as you well know, not even to the drug store to get pictures made. We’re using pictures of plants we already have photos of, so you may remember them. The plants we feature here need to be growing in On Top of the World, be a native in this area of Florida and have a picture recogniz- able where it is growing now. We’re running out of choices; but we believe this one has what it takes. Today this tree is a bit taller and fuller than in this photo, but the clues are still there. If you located the red cedar in last month’s “puzzle” you’ll have absolutely no problem finding this beauty. Probably the best way to describe her is her height, bark and leaves. (No, she’s not a strange dog – ha ha.) As trees go, she’s about medium height, up to about 20 to 30 feet in good soil, which is essentially well drained sand. (Clue #1) The bark is pale gray broken into uniform interlacing vertical fur- rows. You’ll need to get up close and personal to see them. The leaves, though, are the most distinguishable aspect of this wonder. They are dark, shiny, and narrow (less than an inch wide in the center) and about two and a half inches long. But contrary to most other members of her species they tell on themselves. (Clue #2) If you get close and hold a leaf in your fingers, flip the edge back and forth holding it up to your ear, it makes a kind of clunking sound. The scientific name for these edg- es is revolute, meaning in English rolled under. If you use a magnify- ing glass, you’ll see what we mean. Well, that’s about it except for where it’s growing in our community. In fact, it is only about 100 feet from the red cedar featured last month. Oh, by the way, you may find it an enjoyable and instructive activity to actually name this species by her common and or botanical name. When you find her give us a call at (352) 861-4560. You might be the winner! Call this same number if you would like to be involved in helping our Native Plant Group members continue to maintain our projects (at a safe distance apart and wearing masks). It’s great to grow native!

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facebook.com/theranchftnessspa 18B The World News September 2020 ther of them had a clue on how to Barbara joined Active Singles Computer Club use these Apple devices. They have Active Singles Club about two and a half years ago been distance learning through the and has already served as the On club since then. Top of the World Central member- They have enjoyed the Comput- at-large board member. She enjoys Chris Kilbride er Club and have met many new Jane Parker the many activities sponsored or friendly and supportive people. supported by the club. Barbara’s fa- Every Saturday at 9 a.m. the They wish to thank Bill and Chris Active Singles Club (ASC) was vorite activities are the pool party Computer Club meets for an hour along with the computer club’s created for single residents. We are and the poker run, and she waits through our online meetings to experienced team of experts for single, not alone! The ACS board for these events to reopen. Barbara answer both PC and Apple relat- helping them navigate any issues. planned for reopening activities mentioned that if there is an activ- ed questions regarding software Thanks also for the friendship and and will be implemented as soon ity that you want to participate in and hardware. Our otowpcclub. help from Marilyn, Lorraine and be- as we are able to do so. This plan and the club does not do it, you can org website will give lots of great loved Fanny. contains membership meetings, organize the new activity and get information about our group. All residents are welcome to pool parties, barbecues, Interfaith it started. That is how the hiking This month we feature Kathy and join our club, with $10 individual Emergency Services breakfast, golf groups and the Sunday night din- Kevin Norris who met in Queens, yearly dues or $15 per couple. cart decorating and parade, and the ners were started. New York and have been together The Contact page on otowpcclub. New Year’s Eve party. Before retiring, Barbara worked over 30 years now. In 2015, their org or email otowpcclub@gmail. This month, we are spotlighting for Clarion University for 30 years move here started out as snow- com will get you in touch with us. Barbara Reed. For six years Barba- as an administrative assistant. birds, and when they were intro- Each Thursday from 9 a.m. to 10 ra has lived here having relocated While Barbara worked in many ar- duced to Bill from the Computer a.m., we offer free online help ses- from Clarion, Pennsylvania. Barba- eas of the university, library sci- Club during the Club Fair, they de- sions. Members may discuss their ra lived in a small villa before she ences is the last area she worked in cided to become full–time residents PC or Apple computer, smartphone bought a house in Crescent Ridge. before she retired. Barbara is one last year, as they sold their home in or device issues for one-on-one in- Barbara and her sister toured many of the lucky people who was able New York and never looked back. struction. Florida 55-plus communities and to retire at age 55. Working with Kevin had a 47-year career work- Recent monthly presentations she researched them online be- a financial planner allowed her to ing for Sears’ appliance repair busi- were about iPhone tips, Story- fore she moved from Pennsylvania. make this dream come true. ness. He started as an appliance Worth writing your own life’s story Barbara said she wished she had Barbara volunteers at the Hos- repairman, then lead technician, book, making a Shutterfly photo moved here earlier than she did. pice Thrift Store in Jasmine Plaza. sales manager, tech manager and book, Google Drive and Apps, Ap- Barbara likes the amenities. She She found a way to give to Hospice finally retiring as the New York dis- ple Watch, digital estate planning, mentioned the wide variety of ac- of Marion County that suits her tal- trict tech manager. Kathy worked in identity theft, and passwords. tivities and classes offered. There ents. She mentioned that volunteer- the freight forwarding business in Members may list on our website is live music Friday and Saturday ing is a great way to ensure those in John F. Kennedy International Air- any computer related software or nights, as well as the Friday night Hospice receive items that are not port for 15 years. Right after 9/11, hardware for sale or to give away. Happy Hours. She said people are provided by insurance. the air freight economy changed. Software links for PC and Apple kind and helpful. After living in Barbara is one of the interesting Choosing to retire, she then took related topics are listed on the web- here for less than a year, Barbara people you will meet at ASC. If you care of personal family issues. site to help you on your education- had over 20 people to her house for want to find out more information, In February, they purchased al journey to learn more or find a a Christmas party. She mentioned please consider attending the first two new iPhone 11s and decided solution to a problem. that when the sun is setting there meeting held after restrictions are to switch over from a 12-year-old We keep the meeting fun and of- are several locations throughout lifted. Information requests are Hewlett Packard computer to a new fer good advice and solutions to the community that are as if you also accepted at activesingleso- Apple laptop for the first time. Nei- help our members. Hope to see you are at an expensive resort. [email protected]. on Saturday!

We were pleased to have two Lions Clubs that have 10 or less tions to the AdventHealth Ocala Lions Club more visitors and potential mem- members. for Children emergency unit – bers, Jewel Hafer and Lora Rossi, Estelle has also been working socks, stuffed animals (with eyes attend our meeting Tuesday, Aug. with our local Walmart stores to ob- that don’t come off) and children’s 11, and they both requested mem- tain donations either in gift cards books – all new. We are also collect- Gail Morris bership at that meeting. We are or grants to help our club support ing donations for Ocala Ritz Veter- looking forward to installing our the children of Arnette House. The ans Village – socks and toiletries for The Lions Club meetings are new members at our next meeting. children are in need of school sup- men and women. Estelle Michelson being held the second and fourth Estelle Michelson, our member- plies for the new school year. Our is the contact for the drop location Tuesdays of the month at 5 p.m. in ship chair and president, has been focus is our local community to as- for these items at (352) 861-7358. the Hobby Building Event Room. We working at recruiting new members sist where needed to help others be Board member, John Morris re- are meeting in person with masks, to meet the goal of 15 new mem- successful. ported on eyeglass collection at proper distancing and via Zoom. bers before the end of August for We are continuing with dona- the meeting. He has been faithfully collecting glasses from a variety of locations locally to recycle the glasses for those in need. His efforts to date have recycled 1,385 eyeglasses, 581 lenses and 298 sunglasses. This is an ongoing effort by our club. If you know of someone who is struggling financially and is in need of an eye exam or glasses, please contact our Lions Club. We have an application form for such services. Our meetings focus on develop- ing new ways to attract new members so we can continue to support our community. If you would like to join us in our efforts, please contact Estelle Michelson, membership chair, at (352) 861-7358.

ANNOUNCEMENTS Birthday, wedding or anniversary announcements may be emailed to [email protected] by the 12th of the month. September 2020 The World News 19B play Samba, Mah Jongg, and various finishing up soon. Let Lois know if At this time, we are talking to On SWANS other card and/or board games. you are interested in that one. I can Top of the World to determine if Telephones are still ringing, and tell you it is fantastic! we will even be able to hold this the internet is buzzing! One way We have not started having our meeting. In the event that we can- or another we still keep in contact breakfast out, lunch out, or dinner not hold the meeting, we will Sandi Dickerson with the friends that we have made out at this time. Some of our dinner email the usual form to join to all over the years while still adhering in and appetizer groups have met old members and handle divid- July was a month that went very to the CDC guidelines. and enjoyed each other’s’ company. ing up into groups just like we did quickly for the SWANS. We are keep- I finished the book that Lois rec- Please remember, if you are in in March. New women interesting up with our friends in many dif- ommended, “From Hell to Marion a group with someone you are in- ed will also be able to get a form ferent ways. Some small groups of County,” and it was very interest- terested in getting to know better, and get into a group. We will keep ladies have met for picnic lunches ing. Reading about what Ocala and call or email her. There are so many you informed about this meeting! at the pavilions to celebrate their the surrounding springs were like ways to enjoy each other’s compa- Please remember that you may join birthdays while they catch up with in the days following the Civil War ny and still be safe. You are not in the SWANS at any time. We always each other. This is such a good idea! was a good reminder of just how any way restricted to socializing welcome new members and new Call those ladies who have a birth- wild Florida used to be! The book with them in only the appetizer or ideas. As a SWAN, you are never day during the same month as you has been passed on to Marge Ad- dinner-in groups.Some of our lon- alone, there is always someone in- and get together to celebrate your ragna for the moment. I believe Sal- gest friendships are with ladies we terested in the same things you are. birthdays when they come around. ly is next, then it will be available haven’t been in a group with for Stay healthy. Be smart about your Several of the ladies are playing to anyone else who is interested. years! activities and we will all make it shuffleboard in the ladies league We are also still passing around Our next meeting is scheduled through this trying time. If you are with Lois and Sally. Many of the “Where the Crawdads Sing.” Jean for Saturday, Sept. 19, at 10 a.m. interested in joining us, please con- women are still getting together to Duda has it now and should be in the Arbor Conference Center. tact Lois Nix for more information.

lates to roughly, “it was totally, ab- everything from truck drivers on We are a club for residents who Texas Connection solutely, completely bonkers.” You dangerous routes to a wild soccer have a connection to Texas by: be- Social Club wouldn’t call a person “totally tex- game to a rare swordfish caught in ing born and/or raised there; living as;” it usually describes a chaotic a fjord. there for work, college or military atmosphere. Det var helt texas could apply to service; spending time there for Kathy Cornell The expression itself has to do the Texas Connection Social Club vacation, competitions, or for pro- with associations. It apparently as we have developed a reputation fessional reasons; or having family Det var helt texas! If you’re Nor- dates back several decades and for activities that are a little bon- living there. Spouses or partners wegian (are you listening, Scandi- speaks to how the mythos of Texas kers but totally fun. When meet- who haven’t been to Texas are con- navian Club?) you might know this, has been interpreted in Norway: ings resume, we’ll have to tone sidered honorary Texans by as- but I was a little surprised, but kind “Texas” equals “cowboys” equals down some of our more creative sociation. Contact Kathy Cornell of proud too, to find out that ap- “Wild West” equals “an unpredict- and interactive pursuits because of at (352) 300-3729, (352) 562-2801 parently the word “Texas” is slang able, exciting, sometimes scary at- social distancing. I’m working on or [email protected] for more for “crazy” or “wild.” mosphere.” some things we can do that won’t information about the club and to Usually when the word “texas” – To prove that “texas” is actually need parts and pieces or sharing of get on the email list for meeting no- as an adjective, most often without widespread terminology in Norway, personal space but will still be fun tifications. capitalization – appears in Norway, Texas Monthly magazine dredged and get us laughing. Hopefully we the context involves the phrase, up several news articles in which can get together in October or No- “det var helt texas,” which trans- the state name is used to describe vember.

Toastmasters has enthusiastically Juanita Benedict has been a Toastmasters – participated in the Distinguished member of Clermont Toastmasters Talk of the World Club Plan and awarded numerous since April 2017. She loves to in- awards for active service to mem- spire others with stories and anti- bers. dotes. Juanita is a successful TedX David Wesenberg Our Wednesday, Sept. 16 Zoom speaker and she was honored to meeting will be an open house represent Clermont Toastmasters Toastmasters will meet via Zoom with guest speaker Juanita Bene- in area and division level interna- Wednesday, Sept. 16 and 30, at dict. Contact David Wesenberg and tional speech competitions and 8:30 a.m. Our officers will meet at he will email the link to you. This looks forward to more opportuni- 8:30 a.m. Wednesday Sept. 23. If should be a really interesting meet- ties to spread the joy of speaking. you want to meet with us contact ing everyone will want to see. See you at the meeting! David Wesenberg at (217) 280-4454 or [email protected]. We have a new Toastmasters ® banner. During normal times this ® banner is displayed at club, area, division and district meetings with UPCOMING PUBLICATION Photo by David P. Wesenberg all of our club awards attached to October Issue New Toastmasters banner. it. For example, Talk of the World Thursday, Oct. 1, 2020

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Photo by Jon Lottich Members of the Kayak/Canoe Club on one of many river adventures. monkeys. would like to join the club, go to At this time, the Kayak/Canoe our Facebook page – OTOW Kayak/ Yakin' Around Florida Club has around 90 members. The Canoe Club – and request to join By Lisa S. Tatum club is open to all levels of experi- (there are no fees). On the Facebook ence, and you do not have to have page, you can see pictures and in- Would you like to explore the at Silver Springs State Park. Since a kayak to join. We try to schedule formation about our activities. many rivers, creeks and springs in then, we have kayaked the Rainbow trips where you can rent a kayak, if During these unprecedented Central Florida? If so, you might River, Crystal River, Weeki Wachee, needed. Canoes and SUP boards are times, kayaking or canoeing is a want to join the Kayak/Canoe Club. Juniper Creek and many others. We welcome too. great way to get out and enjoy the The club was established in Septem- see an abundance of plants, flow- If you have questions about the fresh air and nature while social ber 2019. Our first trip was a pad- ers, and wildlife, including alliga- club or the activities, please email distancing. We hope you will join dle down the Silver River starting tors, birds, otters, manatees and [email protected]. If you us on our adventures! New Shuffleboard Season By Walt Lamp

Welcome to the 34th season of Bob Stoops. shuffleboard. It began here in 1986 Introduction to shuffleboard will by Jack Huard. Our closing tourna- be offered on the second Saturday ment of the year was named in his of the month at the new courts honor. at 11 a.m. If you are interested in The new schedule begins in Sep- learning to play the game, we invite tember. Regular shuffleboard will you to come down to these courts. be played Mondays and Thursdays We will go over the rules, safety, at 9 a.m. and Tuesdays at 1 p.m. scoring and basics of shooting the Ten Pin, our game of skill, will be discs. Open-toed footwear is not played on Tuesdays and Thursdays permitted. at 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 9 We had our first club meeting a.m. Joe Botash will captain Mon- Tuesday, Aug. 11. With the new days and Jane Boyer will captain safety rules still in effect, we want- Tuesdays. We will have a captain ed to be sure all understood their for Thursdays before the season responsibility. starts. We will be playing on those With the outlook for playing in Photo by Bill Ballweg new courts at the Veterans Park, the International Senior Games Spring mixed doubles cornhole champs – Betty DeLong and which were used over the summer. in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida in June Our summer session went very 2021, in doubt, I felt it was a good Bob Helf. well. Despite the “hot” summer, we time to re-introduce our gold medal had good attendance. Thank you winners from 2019. They were Paul to the captains who helped out by Hodges, Darryl Kenyon and John Cornhole Champs preparing the courts and cleaning Mataya. We’re hoping to see them By Jim Russell and Bill Ballweg up after: Joe Botash, Walt Lamp and in action again.

OPEN PLAY: Thanks to all of our 21 games they remained tied with loyal players who have been keep- identical 16 to five records. The ing the cornhole open play spirit Cornhuskers were eliminated via going during these dog days of tie breaker rules thus the Teachers summer. Braving warm tempera- (Donna Hansen and Joe Lawson) tures and scattered rain showers, and No Names (Betty DeLong and groups ranging for eight to 20 play- Bob Helf) were left to battle it out ers have showed up each Monday for the world domination champi- and Thursday at 6 p.m. and Fridays onship. Because of CDC guidelines, at 10:30 a.m. to take part in one ESPN nor Fox Sports were able to of their favorite forms of outdoor carry the championship match recreation. Of course, we all are which is a real shame because the thankful that we can continue to battle of these two titans was corn- play during these trying times and hole talent at its best. After a split adhere to the safety protocols in in the first two matches the third place to insure we are being safe and final game was decided by only while having fun. a few points with the No Names the In our last column, we honored winner. a player who was able to throw five We are pleased with the parity in consecutive bags through the hole the mixed cornhole league as this during an open play match. This season’s teams were all very good month we can add two more names and all teams needed to be on their to that list. As of this writing, Amy “A” game. A special thanks to all Kuzo, Donna Hansen and Jim Rus- of the players in the spring season, sell have all done five in a row but you made it both competitive and Donna Hansen has taken the lead fun. by doing six in a row. Congratula- The men’s league has one week tions Donna! Who will do seven in a left in their season but there will row? It could be you, but you have not be a close finish like we viewed to come play to have a chance to for the mixed league. The dreaded get your name on the hall of fame Undertakers (Bob Helf and Bill Ball- list. Contact Jim Russell at jimrus- weg) entered the season with a goal [email protected] or (352) 861- of going undefeated and they came 6355 to get the details on how to close with a 23 to one record at this join the Cornhole Club. juncture. The Dirt Bags (Rick Dike- LEAGUE PLAY: When the spring man and Dwight Weirich) finished mixed cornhole season started a respectable second place with the Cornhuskers, Teachers and No an excellent season. To be a part Names were all tied for first place of future league play competition, Photo by Annette Hodges with a record of zero to zero. After contact Bill Ballweg at waballweg@ Shuffleboard players return to play at the new courts at the yahoo.com. Veterans Park.

ontopoftheworldnews.com/ocala 22C The World News September 2020 watch and learn or play, however as trace of blue chalk (an abrasive) is Bocce a new player, once you have played Billiards Club both harmful to the shaft and your with the league on three occasions game. To clean your shaft at home, you will be expected to join the screw the butt on first. (If your league and sign a Release and Hold mind has wandered, I am only talk- Harmless consent form. Micki Malsch Phil Panzera ing about your pool cue here!) When the new season begins Fold a paper towel into four lay- This is how we roll! Due to the Tuesday, Oct. 6, dues will be re- It’s time for my annual remind- ers, wet it (not too much), and put current social distancing rules and duced to $5 per player to cover the er about cue care. Your cue might some white powder kitchen cleans- regulations, there will be no league cost of liability insurance. This en- look shiny or colorful, but it’s im- er on it. Starting at the ferrule, and play at this time. Open bocce is titles you to play as many times as portant to remember that it is ba- avoiding the tip as much as pos- played Mondays, Wednesdays, Fri- you want when league or open are sically still a sliver of a tree. That sible, clean the entire shaft firmly. days and Saturdays at 8:30 a.m. played. Any league representative tree, just like we are, is made up of Wipe away any excess cleanser with Please arrive a few minutes early can give you the form to fill out and over 50% water. Even though your another damp paper towel. If there so that a count can be taken and collect your dues. Open players are cue isn’t sprouting leaves anymore, is any blue remaining at all, repeat. the numbers of players per court required to pay dues. it still retains plenty of moisture, Your ferrule should be perfectly can be decided upon. Due to so- A directory is in the storage unit and it can dry out and warp from white; if not, or if you cannot get cial distancing rules now in effect, which contains an alphabetical list excessive heat. your shaft down to its pure wood courts are limited to four players of all members. Please make sure I’m sure you wouldn’t like being color, it is time for a professional per court. All six courts are being you have entered your name and stored in your car where tempera- cleaning. utilized. contact information. tures can reach 170º, and I can as- Wipe dry thoroughly, and if you Open bocce is a good opportu- All are welcome to watch, learn sure you your cue doesn’t either. have a leather burnisher it really nity to practice or learn the game. or play. For further information, Even during the winter months, helps to rub the shaft vigorously Anyone who shows up can play. please contact Terry Connolly, large changes in temperature from (until warm) to seal the pores. These Teams are determined by the luck president, Bocce Club at (352) 362- day to night can harm your shaft. are the essential steps. You can of the draw. This is your chance to 7284. Until we roll again … Always keep your cue inside, also use liquid shaft conditioners and, unless it’s in a hard case, be or cue wax to make it silky smooth. to be guidelines, so we adjust them sure to keep it vertical. Leaning it (Plain car wax paste works as well.) Co-Ed Recreational to individual needs. We are all out against a wall won’t deform it in a Never, never use any sandpaper or Softball there to just have fun! If you do not day, but it might over time. If it’s any liquid chemical cleaner unless have your own equipment, we will in a soft case, be sure it’s in a place specifically sold as a cue product. help you acquire it or share what is where it won’t get banged around. Don’t forget the butt as well. Cleaning your cue is a bit of an Does it feel sticky and grimy? Well, Sherry Winn available. Unlike the men’s league, we art, with many different methods, it is. It’s very good practice to wipe but there are simple techniques down your cue with a room tow- I’m quite aware that pickleball have no age limits. Once the safety that can get you ninety percent of elette before putting it back in your is the fastest growing and most guidelines are lifted, you can even the way there without special bil- case (which keeps the inside of common sport in our community, bring visitors to join in the fun. liard products. It’s most important your case from becoming grimy as and senior sport in North America. So whether you’re a novice or an to keep your shaft clean, as when- well). However, I believe that there are expert, it’s all in the attitude. ever you feel a little friction while Billiards humor: still many folks who crave a team Let’s just congregate to have fun! stroking you are definitely decreas- “Dad, why is my sister’s name atmosphere. Socialization afterward is just as ing your accuracy. In co-ed recreational softball our important as the “competition.” Rose?” You don’t have to clean your goal is to mingle not only genders, As mentioned in my last pub- “Because your Mom really likes shaft every time you play, but you but sports ability and histories to lished column, we will abide by roses.” should after several sessions. Any satisfy personal needs. Our plans safety, social distancing and sani- “Thanks, Dad.” continue to be to co-mingle play- tization guidelines to keep each “No problem, Eight-Ball.” ers in constantly changing and other safe. balanced teams to gratify our indi- My excitement is growing daily! vidual needs for fun, exercise and If you’re unable to play, or con- self-improvement. sider yourself too advanced to par- World News Delivery You are not expected to be the ticipate, you can still participate by player you were in your teens, 20s coaching, umpiring, scorekeeping Each household in On Top of the Center, Recreation Center, Arbor or later, because we accept and sup- or cheering on your friends, neigh- World should receive a complimen- Fitness Center, The Club at Candler port each other as we currently age bors or loved ones. tary copy of the World News along Hills, The Lodge at Candler Hills, and change, including physical lim- I so look forward to coordinating with the Ocala StarBanner every Candler Hills Community Center, itations. 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Rules are only meant days at 9 a.m. A copy of the World News may page 2 of the World News to view For any questions or concerns, be picked up at all postal centers, the publication/delivery schedule ontopoftheworldnews.com/ocala please call me at (315) 528-8499. Resident Services, New Home Sales for 2020. September 2020 The World News 23C on the first hole, the lowest Ladies net score is recorded. On the 18-Hole Golf second hole, the two lowest net scores are recorded. On the third hole, the three low- Susan Yenne est net scores are recorded. Third hole, one score. Fourth A belated congratulations to hole, two scores. Fifth hole, Christine McIntire who beat five three scores. Pattern repeats opponents to win the 2020 Player’s as 1-2, 1-2-3. Championship, which finished this • Scramble: Everyone tees off. spring. “I enjoyed playing with all Best ball is selected for ev- the ladies and they were all tough eryone’s second hit. Pattern competitors. Lynne Dickson and I continues until ball is holed. played our championship match One team score. Monday, March 16. We were happy • Shamble: Everyone tees off. to have gotten this finished before Best ball is selected for ev- they closed the courses,” she said. eryone’s second hit. Every- Lynne Dickson was the runner- one plays their own ball af- up, followed by Lynn Barber and ter that to have individual Connie Norris in third place. scores. Last year’s winner, Peggy Ellen- • Stableford: Points are given berger, won this year’s consolation for each player’s net score on bracket. Beverly Ovrebo was the each hole. Bogie, one point; runner-up, followed by Gretchen par, two points; birdie, three Normandin and Antonio Varney in points; eagle, four points; third place. double eagle, five points. The match game, played over • Ying & Yang: On all even about 10 weeks, is just one of the holes, the two best net balls many fun challenges the 18-hole will be added. On all odd group plays. Others played during holes, the two worst net balls Tuesday weekly events include: will be added. • Blind Mice: The Golf Shop, • Criss Cross: Take the best net Photo by Sharon Johnson once play begins, drops sev- score from one or 10, two or 2020 Player's champion – Christine McIntire. eral holes from your overall 11, etc., for a nine-hole score. score. Effect isn’t known by • No More Crying: After play- anyone until end of play. ing, the four worst holes • Three, Two, One: With an A, B, in relation to par will be C and D player on each team, dropped. the score is determined by • O.N.E.S.: Net scores on holes adding the top three scores that begin with the letters O, on par five holes, the top two N, E and S: one, nine, eight,11, scores on par four holes, and 18, six, seven, 16, 17 – for the top score on par three nine-hole score. holes. For more description on all • Cha, Cha, Cha: With an A, B, games, visit otowlga18.shutterfly. C and D player on each team, com.

monthly scores will be recorded in Ladies the World News. We also will have Shuffeboard a tournament; trophies will be presented to the winners as well. If you want to try shuffling and Lois Nix are not sure if you want to join our club, you can come and shuffle with Our summer shuffle is over. We us on a tryout basis. We are sure managed to shuffle with 41 women that you will enjoy the game, have on Wednesday mornings and Mon- fun with us, and become a member. day evenings. We are abiding by 6 feet distancing. On Wednesday, Sept. 2, at 9 a.m., Although masks are optional, many we will begin our 2020-2021 sea- of the ladies are wearing them. son, which will end in May 2021. Hope to see the return of mem- Registration for the season will bers who have been shuffling with take place Monday, Aug. 31, at 9 us for the past four years, and we a.m. at the Veterans Park pavilion. welcome all new members. Happy All women are invited to join. In- shuffling. digo East women must have a Gate- way of Services pass. Our dues are $10 for the season. We will be play Mondays at 6:30 p.m. and Wednes- days at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. We ask all players to arrive at the courts 15 minutes early. Basic instructions will be available to all new players. Shuffle- board is a fun game, has been played here since the early 80s, and has been played in Florida since the early 1900s. During our season of play we will record the ladies weekly scores, and at the end of the season the ladies who won the most games will be presented with a trophy. There will be first through third place winners. The Candler Hills Ladies 18-Hole Golf

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League play is still suspended, and it is uncertain when it will resume. Golf lessons are available. Contact the Golf Shop, if a lesson is desired. Despite the league being on hold, we are still out playing on the course. It is easy to become nega- tive while playing but we must remember that we are out there to enjoy ourselves. It is so important to maintain a positive attitude. Keeping that optimistic spirit will lead to better golf every round. Golf is a special game that requires patience. It is an ongoing process of learning that affects each of us differently. Sometimes, getting back to basics is all we need. Florida summer weather can be quite challenging if you’re not prepared. Please remember to bring snacks, energy drinks and water to replenish yourselves while playing. The golf league is open to all ladies in On Top of the World. It is a fun way to play golf and meet new people. If you wish to join, please contact our president, Shelly Kars- nitz, at [email protected]. Mark your calendar for Thurs- day, Nov. 5 for our membership meeting and lunch, and Thursday, Dec. 10 for our holiday party. Finally, stay safe and believe, achieve and enjoy golf. 24C The World News September 2020 Are you having trouble around merous golf balls. Second, the fast to put a plan in place and work on Ladies 9-Hole the greens in the thicker grass? way, you have an instructor look at improving your skills and eventu- Golf Play Day Have you ever tried to use a hybrid your technique and coach you with ally scoring better. It requires time to chip with? Your set up is like a plan for improvement. and effort to practice correctly and you are doing a chip shot where the There are also two ways to score make the necessary positive chang- Denise Mullen ball is played back in your stance better and take your skills to the es with your swing. Once you apply and choke down on the grip. Your golf course. The slow way, which the changes, the results and your Have you stopped by the Golf stroke is an extension of your put- you try and figure it out on your confidence in producing a more re- Shop to see our newest Arctic ting stroke and allow your arms to own while hitting numerous shots liable shot to your target will most Blast quick cooling towel? They swing the club back and through that are not solid, straight or with definitely show improvement with are available in six colors and are without using your wrists. By using the proper trajectory for the club your scores. lightweight and chemical free. You the hybrid, it will impact the ball, you are using, thus causing frus- Catch up on the latest informa- simply soak the towel with water, even when it is nestled down in the tration. Whereas the fast way you tion from the golf by watching our wring out the excess and hold the heavy grass, and pop it out of the get an instructor to look at your On Top of the World Golf YouTube. towel at both ends and pull hands lie a lot easier than trying to use an approach and what you are think- com channel. apart snapping the towel three to iron. ing and then set up a plan for im- Please feel free to contact me five times to activate the coolness. Keep in mind there are two ways provement so that your game is not with any and all concerns or ques- They are quite refreshing while to improve your golf skills. First, stuck in a rut. tions you may have at denise_mul- playing a round of golf in these 90- the slow way, which you try to fig- The fast way is not really a fast [email protected] or (352) 861-9712. plus degree days. ure it out on your own and hit nu- road or a shortcut, it is a process

so be sure your clubs have clean include install. We also offer install com at On Top of the World Golf Ladies grooves. Dirt on the face can also only if you already have your grips Club. I hope to be back to more 9-Hole Golf transfer to the ball, affecting the and just need someone to put them news regarding the LGA-9 soon, distance and accuracy of your shot. on for you. but until then please be safe and Along with keeping the face of I hope you found this informa- I hope to see you all back on the Russ Smith the clubs clean it’s just as impor- tion useful, and don’t forget to fol- course soon. tant to also keep your grips clean low us on Facebook and YouTube. As we continue to move forward too. A good practice to get into is under challenging circumstances, cleaning your grips once a month, all events and league play will re- all you need is warm soapy water Fit Tips Bunco Babes main postponed until further no- and a rag. Start by dipping the rag Social Group tice. We will continue to monitor into the water and wring it out, then recommendations from the experts give the grip a good scrub all the Larry Robinson and act accordingly. I hope that we way around to remove any dirt and (352) 387-3571 will be back to running exciting and oil from the grip. Use a dry towel [email protected] Micki Malsch competitive events in the near fu- to gently pat the grip down and set aside and let it air dry. This should Fall Prevention The Bunco Babes Social Group ture. We appreciate everyone’s pa- is postponed until further notice. tience through this transition. give your grips that new tacky feel- Due to the many physical changing and should help with the grip es, conditions and sometimes the Please refer to the World News For the last couple of months, we for updated information when the have occupied your down time with slipping in your hands. medications used to treat those Now if your grips are passed the conditions, fall risk typically in- group can meet again. golf tips, and some great ways to The Bunco for Babies fundraiser beat the heat. This month’s column point of just needing a cleaning creases with age. However, the and are showing signs of wear and good news is that in many circum- luncheon for the March of Dimes will focus on club maintenance and has been postponed until Saturday, its importance. Golf clubs today are tear (example discoloring or disin- stances you can manage both the tegrating), then it is time for some external and internal factors that March 27, 2021. Please hold onto more than just a financial invest- your tickets. The location has been ment, they are an investment in new ones. According to Golf News, influence falls. Do not let the fear “The general rule of thumb is a golf- of falling rule your life, consider changed to the Arbor Conference your game. With most sets of irons Center; the time remains the same starting around $900 or more, it’s er should replace their grips every these fall prevention tips to help six months or so if they are play- you gain control. as printed on your tickets. important to make sure we take The Bunco Babes Social Group care of them. ing three to four times a week and FIT TIP #1: Get a lay of the land. exposing the grips to the heat and Take a good look around your plays bunco in the Arbor Confer- Ideally you should be cleaning ence Center Dance Studio IV (for- your club after every shot to help humidity.” With that being said, we home for possible trip hazards. offer a wide variety of grips at the These ‘external’ fall risk factors in- merly Suite H), which is the last with consistent performance. Dirt room facing the building on the on your club face can negatively af- Golf Shop with a fast turnaround clude; clutter, loose rugs, pets, elec- time so you don’t have to give up trical cords and poor lighting. Most right, on the fourth Tuesday of the fect performance. The grooves on month. Registration is at 6:45 p.m.; the club face add spin to the shot, a day of play. All of our grip prices falls occur in the home! Make the necessary changes to keep yourself games begin at 7 p.m. Check the steady on your feet. World News for the next scheduled game. FIT TIP #2: Accept assistance If you have never played before, when necessary. Assistive devices come see what fun we have rolling such as canes, walkers, railings the dice in this game of luck (no and grab bars can make all the dif- skill required)! The game is easy ference in preventing a fall. These and only requires rolling three dice support safety and encourage mo- and moving to the next table at the bility and independence. end of game play. New players are FIT TIP #3: Move to improve. Age always welcome. associated muscular decline is con- The cost is $3 per person and all sidered an “internal” fall risk. Exer- monies collected are returned at cise can combat age related muscle the end of the game to the category loss! Regular physical activity will winners. Cash prizes are awarded keep your body strong, functional for the holder of the last player and falls free. If you need some as- who yelled “bunco”, the most num- sistance with getting started on an ber of “buncos”, the most number exercise program stop by or call of “mini buncos”, the most number me anytime at (352) 854-8707 ext. of wins, and the most number of 7531; I am here to help! losses. All ties result in a roll off with the highest roll declared the winner. There are also two draw- ings for door prizes for those who did not win any of the cash prizes. Please bring your own beverage and a small snack for sharing if you wish. It’s a great way to have fun and make new friends! For more information, please call Micki Malsch at (352) 615-2790. Stay safe and be healthy until we meet again!

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Offce will be closed Wednesday, Sept. 16, noon to 1 p.m. September 2020 The World News 25C ing an accident or a medical event of death for a current golf his age 67. John Hill, shot his age Golf condition, the member must member. If there is a couple mem- 72. Joe Wilks, shot his age 68. Chris submit paperwork describ- bership, the remaining member will Piotrowski, hole-in-one #6. Bill ing the condition which pro- receive a credit towards the follow- Wiechmann, hole-in-one #14. Matt Hibbs hibits golf activity to the Di- ing year’s membership fees.” (352) 854-2765 Golf Tip of the Month rector of Golf. Just like knowing the USGA rules, [email protected] Eating healthy before, during 2. The severity of the accident it can pay to know the policies and and after your round may not only September and fall are finally or medical condition must procedures in your Golf Member- benefit your health but also your here! This happens to be my fa- prohibit play for a minimum ship Handbook. Don’t miss out on handicap. vorite time of the year, not only period of 150 days. the credit you deserve. Before your round you’ll need to because the temperatures begin to 3. A physician’s statement must As we continue to move forward eat healthy foods that don’t con- fall but football season swings into be submitted stating the na- under challenging circumstances tain extra fat or empty calories. Eat- full effect. Now with the unforeseen ture of the accident or medi- all events and league play will re- ing plenty of fruits and vegetables circumstances surrounding the col- cal condition including when main postponed until further no- will keep your energy level up for lege football world if the season is treatment began and when tice. We will continue to monitor that four-hour round of golf. Also played out, I’m picking the Ohio the patient was released. recommendations from the experts be sure to stay hydrated by drink- State Buckeyes to be this year’s na- 4. The Director of Golf will no- and act accordingly. I hope that we ing plenty of water. tional champions. Go Bucks! tify the member if the con- will be back to running exciting and In order to keep your energy Attention all golf members: dition warrants a credit of competitive events in the near fu- high throughout the round you will Please be sure to read the Golf membership fees towards ture. We appreciate everyone’s pa- want to snack on something every Membership Handbook to stay next year’s membership tience through this transition. four to five holes. Something that abreast of all the rules and regula- dues. Upcoming Events is high in protein like nuts or beef tions of your golfing membership. 5. No golf or driving range use • Monday, Sept. 14 through jerky. Stay away from beer and soda We would like to put an emphasis may be played during the Thursday, Sept. 17: Candler and drink plenty of water/sports on the Membership Medical Sus- time of membership suspen- Hills Golf Club closed for drinks to keep fully hydrated. pension Request Procedure. As sion. aerification. After your round you will need stated in the membership hand- 6. The Director of Golf must be World Accolades to reenergize and recover. Eat a book, “Should a current annual golf notified before the member CANDLER HILLS: Andrea Frata- meal that again is high in protein member of one of the On Top of returns to any golf participa- and carbs. Eating steak or chicken the World golf courses become in- tion. rangelo, eagle #7. Tim Mullen, hole-in-one #8. Ken Fournier, eagle with a salad and bake potato is an capacitated during that year, there All requests for credit will be option. Grilled chicken salad is my are several conditions that must be reviewed by the golf department #7. Everett Kimball, shot 69 four strokes under his age. favorite choice. If you’re going to met before receiving consideration and must be approved by this de- have an after-round alcoholic bev- THE TORTOISE & THE HARE: Da- to obtain credit for this time period partment before any credit for the erage, pair it with water. vid Schaefer, eagle #16. Bob Flynn, towards the following year’s mem- following year will be issued. No Follow these healthy habits to eagle #5. Steve Sarkozy, eagle #5. bership fees: refunds will be issued for a mem- improve your overall health and THE LINKS: Roger Karsnitz, shot 1. Within two weeks of sustain- bership suspension, except in the lower your scores.

suspended at press time, here are Men’s Golf the scheduled playdates for Sep- Association tember (watch your email for up- IRREGULAR WATER USAGE* dates): • Sept. 2: Chicken Day Modi- • Toilets: A failing fapper (valve seal) can waste up to 200 gallons of water a day. • Leaky Faucets/Showerheads: John Yenne fied Scramble (The Links) Dripping can range from several gallons to hun- • Sept. 9: Individual Stableford dreds of gallons of water per day. Stay cool, hydrated and in- (The Tortoise & The Hare) • Water Hose: When left on with leaks at the spigot or nozzle. formed. That’s the advice of the • Sept. 16: Shamble (The Links) • Irrigation System: Automatic irrigation solenoid valves not closing properly or Centers for Disease Control and • Sept. 23: Beat the Pro (The Prevention (CDC) as sultry sum- Links) excessive run times including multiple program cycles. mer weather continues through • Sept. 30: Individual Low Net • Water Softeners: Excessively backwashing or the backwash valve failing. the month of September in Central (The Tortoise & The Hare) * Water loss is estimated and varies depending on severity of leak. Florida. Men’s Golf Association members should not let their guard down regarding heat-related health issues. Heed the CDC’s advice: • Check the weather report for extreme heat alerts and safety tips. • Schedule your tee times carefully; golfing at cooler times of the day. • Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing and a wide-brimmed hat. • Apply sunscreen of SPF 15 or higher at least 30 minutes before going outside. • Drink more water than usual, and don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink. Dehydration has serious health risks, and medical studies have shown that it hurts athletic performance. • Stay in the shade as much as possible. • Avoid sugary beverages and heavy meals, and limit alcohol intake. • Take cool showers or baths to cool down after a round. Although league play was still 26C The World News September 2020 through mid-April. The spring/ Softball summer season will go from early May through mid-August. New teams will be formed for each season providing for better balance of Tom Sheridan skills and players. There will be a two-week break between seasons to New season. New beginnings. accommodate field upgrades and New teams. New rules. And new maintenance. players. Also beginning this fall, the end The Softball Club kicks off its fall of each season will include a set season Monday, Sept. 14 with new of playoff games increasing the perspectives and opportunities. opportunity for competition. The The league’s board of directors has three-season year makes sense in voted to inaugurate a three-season other ways, too. Many snowbirds year rather than the traditional two. return after the holidays. Several The club is also in the midst veteran players are snowbirds. The of a major drive for new players, season shift will give other snow- building on the several guys who birds a greater opportunity to join have come out to play senior soft- in and play ball. ball already this summer. On Top The board expects to field five of the World is adding new homes or six teams this fall, depending and neighborhoods at a record clip on the number of players available. and the club wants to take advan- Following On Top of the World’s tage of that growth by inviting new directives and club rules, players residents – and, of course, existing practice social distancing on and ones – to join the fun. off the field. And it is indeed fun. Board chair The club’s board has been lining Jeff Thomas loves to quote from up sponsors for new uniforms and the club’s mission statement. “Our expects to have all in place when Photo by Tom Sheridan goal,” he said, “is to provide exer- the season opens. Opening week Rich Karam picks up a grounder and tosses the ball to cise, fellowship and fun while en- will offer exhibition games on Sept. Fausto Coste for the out at second base. joying friendly competition.” 14 and Sept. 16. Regular games are Instead of two seasons a year – played each Monday and Wednes- haven’t touched a bat and glove new players through columns in winter/spring and summer – which day at the softball field near the since childhood. Each Thursday the World News, information about have been the rule here for years, Hobby Building. morning a general practice is held. softball has been placed on local the board decided the intramural Softball at On Top of the World There are no tryouts; new players social media and on community league will play three. The fall sea- is slow-pitch using mostly standard are assessed before being assigned bulletin boards. son will run from mid-September rules. All skill levels are welcomed. to teams. For more information about soft- to the Christmas break. The winter It doesn’t matter if you’ve played The drive for new members is ball, contact tomsheridan.fl@gmail. season will be from early January regularly though the years or if you ongoing. In addition to seeking com.

“x” in the center of the target) at vice president; Tom Roach, secre- gers, sight): Archery Club 20 yards. The challenge continued tary; and Don Southard, treasurer. International Round through the entire month and there The board also includes the fol- 1: Bill Millican. 1: Paul McGuckin. 3: will be an award ceremony with lowing directors: Bill Millican, pro Jerry Hoppe. 4: Don Southard. prizes given Tuesday, Sept. 1, with shop and range operations; Leo Mc- 3-D Round 2: Tom Roach. Leslie McCormick a one arrow shoot-off to determine Cormick, safety and training; Jerry the top winner. Hoppe, range events; and Gerald 900 Round The Archery Club range has been The next event is coming up Sat- Benedict, by-laws. 1: Paul McGuckin. 3: Jerry Hoppe. officially open for three months urday, Sept. 5, and is for all mem- Congratulations to Bob Papir- Because we are not able to have now. During that time we have wel- bers – the gents as well as the la- ner and Fred Penichet for receiving our monthly club meetings we have comed over 30 new members and dies – shooting any equipment: their USA Archery Level II Instruc- started using a monthly newslet- they have been at the range on a the member’s own recurve or com- tor certifications. Well done, gentle- ter, electronic voting and messag- consistent basis, usually several pound bow or club equipment. If men! ing through groupworks to keep in times a week. It has been great to you have not signed up and want At our range, Rod Kicklighter got touch with our members. We look see the increased interest within to join in on the fun, contact Jerry a “robin hood” Saturday, July 18! forward to a day when we can all the community. Hoppe at jerryhoppe123@gmail. And at the Sunshine State Games get together for a social activity. In August, we held our first com. that were held Aug. 7 and 8 at the I always close this column with a event created exclusively for the The club held an election for the Easton-Newberry Archery Center huge thank you to our volunteers! ladies. It was called the Ladies Spy- board officers and the following and Gator Bowman in Gainesville, If you are interested in the sport der Challenge, sponsored by one of officers will serve for 17 months, congratulations to our members of target archery, contact Leslie for our members, Martha Millican. As getting the board back on the next who did very well with the follow- information, [email protected], of this writing, several ladies had regular election cycle: Bob Papir- ing results in their specific classes or come out to the range and see successfully hit the “spyder” (the ner, president; Leslie McCormick, (their age, bow type, release or fin- what we are all about. September 2020 The World News 27C New York City before moving to a R/C Car Club peaceful life in beautiful On Top of the World. He received an asso- ciate’s degree in law enforcement and spent 13 years as a sheriff Gene Mangold in Upstate New York, another 10 years with the New York City Po- It was a hot, rainy summer after- lice Department, and then as an noon at the Arbor Conference Cen- accident investigator on New York ter Dance Studios I and II Tuesday, highways. July 28. The R/C Car Club members The race strategy is to go as were busy setting up an 80-foot slot fast as possible without flying off car track. Suddenly Sheriff Michael the track on a curve or changing Day, with his black and white police lanes, and sometimes pushing the cruiser with blue flashing lights, ar- car ahead of you off the runway rived. All eyes turned as he roughly works. Like NASCAR, drivers have pushed open the door with his NFL to be careful about their refueling size body. Everyone shuddered as pit stops. These little cars use vir- he approached the race track; no- tual fuel, and they must watch a body dared give this gentle giant displayed fuel gauge. Four to six any lip. He set his realistic-looking drivers stand in line with a control- model police cruiser car on the ler in hand, and when the buzzer track and announced he was here sounds, they’re off. Each car is elec- to race and not arrest anyone. tronically bound to a controller and The slot races are held every track at the start of the race. The Tuesday from 1 to 3 p.m. These slot cars are a part of the R/C Car little slot cars are fast, and they can Club, and membership allows rac- complete a 15 lap race in four min- ing the larger R/C cars as well as utes. The track consists of S curves, the little slot guys. straight-aways, and even a fueling The club is racing 1/10 scale station. Each driver has a handheld R/C cars on Tuesday and Saturday controller used to control speed, starting at 8 a.m. at the R/C car change lanes, and also refuel with track at the end of SW 94th Street. the press of a button. It is enter- The July winners are Berry, Beyer, taining and often hilarious watch- Burrey, Metzer, Henne, Neumann, ing or piloting these cars, and yes, Frederick, and Day. there is Officer Michael’s police car Next month official points racing flashing his blue lights as he rides should begin as field modifications are completed. Paul Burrey moder- the bumper of a competitor. Photo by Gene Mangold Retired Sheriff Michael is a joy- ated an enlightening two hour sem- ful bubbling personality, and some- inar Friday, July 31, discussing car R/C Car members race on an 80-foot indoor slot car track. times he shares recollections of his maintenance in the Hobby Building. dedicated retired police officer ca- The club now has 90 members and reer. Michael and his wife lived in growing.

line as well as some older models R/C Flyers being brought out for the first time in a long while, sometimes with new owners. Variety is indeed the spice of life. John Workman Since the club has been unable to hold its regular meetings because it Warm weather continues and would exceed the maximum num- so the new grass runway grows. In bers allowed for gatherings, we July the club prepared the area and have had to depend on our club sowed a fine grass seed through- officers to ensure that things are out the length of the planned run- being taken care of. In August we way area. More than 30 members enacted a new amendment to our turned out for the work party. As bylaws to specifically authorize the long as we get the usual rainfall board of directors to take action through this month, we ought to in emergencies. The amendment have a good start on a usable grass was sent to the members by email runway parallel to the paved one. and voted on by a walk-up ballot to When the grass thickens up, we will avoid a crowd. Kudos to the board address the transition between the for working out a way to maintain two and the result will be a fine fa- order during these trying times. cility for whatever kind of aircraft As always, we extend an invita- you want to fly. tion to all who are interested to Unexpected thunderstorm winds come out to the flying field and last month did a number on our see what we are doing. Early morn- canopies, several of which are still ings are best (who wants to go out in the process of repair. The hur- in the worst of the summer heat?), ricane warnings allowed us to be but there is usually someone out more prepared for that event, but punching holes in the sky most the winds never arrived … thank any time. If you become interested goodness! Activities were hardly in joining us, we have instructors affected on either occasion and fly- available and can schedule you for ers were and are out at the field on a no-cost turn with the club trainer. most days. Quite a number of new What could be easier than that? models are appearing on the flight

HURRICANE? BE PREPARED! Resources available online at ontopoftheworldinfo.com/hurricane-preparedness 28C The World News September 2020 time on two count shots. what is happening when the score Tennis A player should be able to rec- Pickleball is called out. I will endeavor here to ognize that these shots require a eliminate confusion. At the start of step and block (little or no back- each side out, service begins in the Jorge Privat swing or follow through). Players right or even serving area. When the (352) 387-7539 must know when they can perform Tom West team’s score is an even number the a three count shot and when they team’s starting server’s correct po- Is it September already? Wow! At must hit a two count shot. Many In scoring the game of pickle- sition is at the right/even serving this time of the year, the US Open players believe their woes can be ball here at On Top of the World, area. When the team’s score is an should be taking place in New solved by learning a new mechani- we utilize two kinds of scoring. odd number the starting server’s York, and, if you have the Tennis cal secret. In many cases the prob- One is called rally scoring and is correct position is at the left/odd channel, I would encourage you to lem is rhythmical, not mechanical. not recognized by the USA Pickle- court. After each side out, service watch as much as you possibly can. Learning to read the ball sooner ball Association (USAPA). With rally begins with the player correctly po- You can learn a lot from watching and more accurately will allow for a scoring basically every single time sitioned on the right/even side of professional players from around better contact point that will solve someone misses a shot, even dur- the court according to the team’s the world. Even though some of most problems. At a minimum, ing a serve, the other team gets a score. This player is referred to the top seeded players opted not to it will allow a player the ability to point. Any fault means a point for as “server one” and the partner is participate, there are still plenty of groove an efficient stroke. Being a the other team. “server two.” good ones playing. creative player, creating a differ- With the scoring used by the Server one will serve, alternat- On another subject, I am request- ent contact point on every shot will USAPA and the International Fed- ing service sides after each point is ing from all of you to close the lead to frustration. eration of Pickleball, things are dif- won, until a rally is lost or the serv- gates when you leave the courts. A Contact Point of the ferent. This is what I call regular er’s team commits a fault. Then it gust of wind can take the gates off Opponent scoring. I guess it could be referred is time for the other person on that their hinges and damage the gate It is worthwhile to see and un- to as recognized scoring since this team to begin serving and switch- as well as the surface of the courts. derstand the contact point of the is what the rest of the world uses. ing sides every time a point is won. So please, let’s try to maintain all opponent. First, there is an “ideal” Only the serving team can score Before each serve the score is called of the courts in perfect condition. contact point for each shot – the points. Same in singles play. Only out and this is where the confusion Thank you all! place where the most force and con- the person serving can score starts. In my own case, my brain is Over the years I have written trol can be generated. Recognizing points. In doubles, both players on so far gone just remembering the about so many aspects of the sport the contact point of the opponent a team will serve before a side out score is a major accomplishment. of tennis, all in an effort to help will enable you to tell the “poten- is declared and the serve switches In calling out the score, here is you improve your game. This time, tial” and the “limitations” for the over to the opposing team. It must a good rule to remember: think I would like to touch on a subject shot selection of your opponent, so be noted that at the very start of a me, you and who. Me is my team’s that not many players think about you can give very low or very high game the beginning side only gets score. You is the opposing team’s it carefully, even though it can balls where it is difficult to gener- one person serving. After that both score, and who designates who is make a big difference in the way ate a lot of power or control. sides utilize both players to serve. serving on that team. Server one or they play each point. The stroke work and grip of So, the starting server is actually two. So, if you were to hear the per- Reading the Ball the opponent. Remember, you are designated as “server two” for scor- son serving the ball say “five, one, There are different things you building toward the ability to see ing purposes at the beginning of a two.” What that means is his team can read from the second the ball multiple variables on the other side game. has five points, the opposing team leaves your opponent’s racquet; of the net. This is accomplished in I think the confusion for many has one point, and he is the second an important one is the speed. other activities as well. For exam- beginners in using regular scor- server. I hope that helps some of The rhythm method of ball con- ple, someone driving a car is able to ing is that they don’t understand our newer players. trol states there is a rhythm to the see what is in front, on both sides speed of the ball. Balls hit at a me- and behind them. See the road con- other rules, like only 10 people to dium to slow speed are three count dition, understand a safe speed and Mah Jongg a group, and we are unsure if they shots – bounce, rise, peak; plant, be able to depress the gas pedal or will even open to us. Very sorry to shift, stroke; 1,2,3. Players have brake with the correct amount of tell you this but I know everyone time for a full swing. Balls that are effort. Like drivers, tennis players really wants to stay safe. hit very fast or bounce at the feet can be trained to accurately recog- Mary Ehle Maybe next spring we can do it are two count shots – bounce, hit; nize ingredients that go into shot again. I know you all must be miss- shift, block; 1,2. Most players try selection. September is here and fall is ing the game and are hoping to get to cram a faster swing - into less See you on the courts! just around the corner. Where has back to playing. Maybe as a Christ- this “wonderful” year gone? It is mas present, we will be able to do hard to think that the time goes on something like that. I miss seeing even when we all stay home and all of you and the great fun we al- ® stay in. Along with that thought, ways have. I encourage you to play

® I would like all who are reading the free game on the computer. this to help me get out the mes- Call me for all the details. MISSED DELIVERY? sage that Mah Jongg Junkie Day Congratulations to Karen. She If you are not receiving home delivery, has been cancelled in October. If has won every game on the 2020 please email [email protected] or call (352) 387-7466. you see any flyers around the com- card except the very last one in sin- Please include your house number and street address along with your neighborhood. munity, please disregard them; this gles and pairs. Nice job Karen. Let’s event is cancelled! We are not able all try to do that too. Until next to keep a safe distance and all the time … jokers to you. September 2020 The World News 29C FITNESS SCHEDULE

“Exercise has absolutely sup- sive list of all the medications “sensory input,” information Fitness ported my ability to travel you take and ensure that that helps govern balance. Happenings and keep up with my grand- your doctor and pharmacist Unfortunately, all of these children. On a trip to Italy are aware of these. One of systems typically fall victim Cammy Dennis last year, we had to venture the greatest gifts that exer- to decline with age. Vision is (352) 854-8707 ext. 7532 down cobblestone streets cise provides is the ability your brain’s “go to” for spa- [email protected] and manage steep, narrow to reduce the need for medi- tial awareness and therefore Hello Autumn! Goodbye staircases. If it was not for cation. In many instances, it is very important to light ‘Fall’! my exercise, I would not have regular physical activity cou- up your living space and A welcome, seasonal change trusted my ability to keep pled with a healthy diet can keep eyeglass prescriptions beckons as autumn draws near. up with the grandchildren reduce need for blood sugar current! This year the first day of fall will and more importantly not to and blood pressure medica- 5. Manage environmental fall be Tuesday, Sept. 22. The National have fallen!” tions. Exercise is medicine! risk factors. Most falls oc- Council on Aging (NOCA) cleverly 2. Get Support. Talk with your 4. Get your vision checked. cur in the home. The upside uses the start of fall to bring atten- health care provider and en- Strength is a critical factor here is that we can control tion and awareness to “fall” risk re- list the help of family, friends for balance, so is sensory our personal space by elimi- duction. and qualified professionals. acuity. The visual system, nating slip and trip hazards. NOCA sponsors National Falls Share your history and any the auditory system and the Keep your home clutter free, Prevention Awareness Week annu- fear you have with falling. somatosensory system (de- install handrails where need- ally, which coincides with the start Guidance from your health tects sensations, primarily ed, wear supportive shoes of fall. At the core of this initiative care provider along with the derived from sensors in your and make sure you have ad- is a very important message; falls right exercise program can skin) play an important role equate lighting especially at are not a normal part of the aging be life changing. Resident in providing the brain with night. process, and they can be prevented. Sumi Bridges remarked on Falls are due primarily to a set of how her doctor attributed risk factors, which can be managed, her health resolve to exer- and in many cases reversed. Every- cise, “I am a two-time cancer one has the opportunity to reduce survivor and my doctor told his or her fall risk through lifestyle me that my ability to recover modifications. Here are five things so well was due to being fit you can do to reduce your risk of and physically active. In ad- falling: dition to overcoming cancer, 1. Keep moving. Staying active I had a bad fall. I tripped on is without a doubt essential an uneven surface. I had a se- to optimal aging and stay- rious injury to my back and ing falls free. Regular physi- many of my peers thought cal activity preserves muscle, that my Dance Aerobics days strength and power. This were over, but I proved them provides you with the abil- wrong! Once again I was able ity to maintain good posture, to come back from this set- gait function and the ability back because of my exer- to react quickly to environ- cise!” mental changes. On Top of 3. Review medications. Medica- the World resident, Margaret tion side effects and drug in- Dobbins, a regular partici- teractions can increase your pant in fitness classes noted, fall risk. Keep a comprehen- 30C The World News September 2020 bringing in his plane at the lowest sponded, “we’ll talk.” The unique- level but landing it upside down as ness of this particular plane is that Fantastic Flights of well. it is a replica of the plane World With the children grown and War II ace pilot Freddie Ohr flew Fancy happily settled, John and Florenti- and in which he shot down 16 en- na’s decision to relocate to On Top emy aircraft. He named the plane By Elaine Morrison of the World became a no brainer. after his wife “Marie” and the name World News Writer On Top of the World is only one of and the hits are clearly written on two active adult communities in the plane. The chance that this Flying high and fancy is business toration of large commercial print- the country that has its own flying plane would land right next door as usual for the more than 160 ing presses. He formed his own field. It also has homes with three to John, in the garage of his closest members of the R/C Flyers. company, with one of his sons, and car garages, a feature that easily neighbor, proved to be providential For resident John Pannacchione, traveled extensively to perform his transferred into a very large work- because at this very moment, Flo- fancy flying has been a special love special expertise in many countries. shop for John’s planes. To make rentina enters the picture, with her of his since boyhood. When he Somewhere along the way, he the move, John had to sell many of famous lemon cookies, and sev- was 10 years old, living in Queens, met and married his adored Flo- his treasured planes, and only one eral batches later, “Marie” became New York, during World War II, rentina. In addition to her many made the cut, and that only due to John’s once again; an exchange that he remembers watching, from his redeeming qualities, Florentina’s the fact that it fit into the SUV. one can say was almost made in house, American bomber planes, unequaled skills in the kitchen be- Soon after they moved into heaven. taking off from the nearby military came a most valuable asset as we Stonebridge, John noticed that his John is once again an R/C Flyers air force base, soaring high into the will see later on in this story. next-door neighbor’s garage door instructor. To become a member, sky. The sight and sound of those The young family moved several was open. He walked over and you must become licensed after magnificent airplanes excited him, times to larger homes to comfort- looked inside, and he could scarce- passing a test comparable to a driv- propelling him into wanting to ably accommodate their growing ly believe what he saw. There, on er’s license test and purchase a $3 know all he could about planes and family and John became involved the garage floor, were six airplanes. million insurance policy. flying. The interest resulted in the in a local flying club in Long Island Upon closer scrutiny, he was fur- “Flying requires knowledge of making of his first balsa wood plane where he rose to become a flight ther astounded. One of them was electrical work, plumbing, radio from a kit, and he was hooked. instructor. Happy days of friendly an exact replica of his very special transmission, welding as well as pa- John’s father was an extremely competitions elicit fond memories P51 Mustang, which he had just tience and good eyesight,” John ex- handy man and John learned early for John, an outstanding one being parted with. plains. He goes and says his plane about all things mechanical. It was a limbo contest, the winner being When the neighbor appeared, is hard to see, as it is far off in the no great stretch, therefore, that he the plane that could come in under John greeted him with “Bob, I have distance and quite small. Adding evolved into a talented mechanic, the lowest level of the bar height. to have that plane,” to which Bob re- to the difficulty, the controls are in specializing in the repair and res- John won that one handily, not only reverse right and left, making the landing of the aircraft particularly precarious. There are many crash- es, as the planes can slide off the runway, and most recently, that is what happened to the aforemen- tioned “Marie.” It is, fortunately, in the restorative hands of its devoted owner and will soon be up, up and away once again, in all its glory. There are many fascinating aspects to this exciting art – the fact that there are three ways to fuel the motors, gasoline, alcohol and electricity and all are controlled through radio transmission. There are many types of planes, and John is particularly taken with the flying wing models that do not have any tails. All the functions are per- formed by the wing. An open invitation is extended to all to visit the field, which is located behind the new storage area beyond The Arbors. Once there you can experience the delight and expertise of the flying club members as they perform their intricate maneuvers in the sky and if you are lucky, you might come at a time when John is flying “Marie.” Photo by Florentina Pannacchione John Pannacchione in his workshop with “Marie.” September 2020 The World News 31C club provides dancing for everyone is mandatory that everyone wear New Dancin’ – ballroom, waltz, meringue, line, Line Dancing masks that cover their mouth and On the Top free style, slow, pattern dancing, nose and that we practice social etc. distancing at least six feet apart. Keep checking for published Everyone must purchase their Arlo Janssen dance flyers that you will see on the Nancy Carmack dance passes before the Monday On Top of the World bulletin board that dance classes start, no excep- The New Dancin’ On the Top offi- later this fall and winter with these We are so happy that classes will tions. cers wish you the best for the start exciting themes along with ticket resume this month. Class times For detailed information, please of the fall season. Please stay safe sale dates for each of our dances. and schedule will be different for contact Marilyn McNeal at (352) and well for the next few months. Resident IDs will be required at the a while, so please check Theresa 804-1546 for the Beginner or Im- We want you to enjoy dancing time of ticket purchase and for en- Field’s column for details on the prover classes, or Freddie Sharp at when it returns in full force to our try into the Recreation Center Ball- class that you would like to join. (352) 387-7775 for the Intermedi- great community. Please watch for room on our dance nights. Kathy Petrosky has also sent the ate class. any changes to our New Dancin’ The New Dancin’ On the Top of- new schedule to all dancers, includ- Looking forward to seeing every- On the Top calendar. Currently, we ficers are working on future dates ing the new regulations that we will one’s dancing feet! have no dance plans for months of for 2021. For club membership, all need to follow to keep safe. It September through November. ticket information, what the club is Our annual New Year’s Eve dance about, or if you want to help with is still on the drawing board in the our dances, please contact Jack or Recreation Center Ballroom Thurs- Jean Hester (919) 291-8542, (919) 'Bunco for Babies' day, Dec. 31. We hope to welcome 669-6919, or hestermulch@aol. 2021 with a big party on New Year’s com; or Donna Cottrell at (410) By Michelle Malsch Eve. 591-7899. The New Dancin’ on the The fifth annual Bunco for Ba- games, a brief intermission will be A great big “thank you” to all Top Club is open to all residents. bies fundraiser which was to be held, and players will switch part- those club members who have vol- So, keep on dancing in 2020 and on held Saturday, Sept. 26, has been ners at their table at that time. unteered to help with our dances in into 2021. postponed until Saturday, March Tickets are $25 and include the past and our future dances. Our 27, 2021. The location has been lunch, cash prizes for the bunco changed to the Arbor Conference game categories, and numerous Center. The time will remain the door prizes. A 50/50 raffle will be Sidekicks several more couples who have same as posted on your tickets. held as well. Doors open at 10 a.m. only missed one session. Please hold onto your tickets as All tickets have been sold at this Western Dance So far during this trying time they will be honored at that time. time, however, I have started a wait we have “Waltzed through Tex- Bunco is a fun game where no list as tickets do sometimes be- as,” “Strolled in Florida,” enjoyed skill is required - if you can roll come available at the last minute. Paula Shira some “Drinkin’ Partners,” and three dice you can play the game. For further information, please “Barn Danced” our way to a “Pur- There are four players per table. call Michelle Malsch (Micki) at (352) September for me still conjures ple Daze.” We know this won’t Four games of six sets will be 615-2790. All proceeds benefit the up images of childhood with warm “Last Forever” but while it does, we played. Following the first two March of Dimes, March for Babies. New England Indian summer days will not let it drive us “Out of Our and cool crisp nights. Unfortunate- Minds” because we can just “Look ly, September in Florida is generally What God Gave Us” and keep smil- just hot with a touch of storminess ing and dancing. and for Sidekicks a little dance Sidekicks coordinators are meet- thrown in. ing to make plans for our new dance Sidekicks continue to dance ev- year. We will continue to use Zoom ery other Tuesday (the second and to socialize and dance until it is fourth Tuesday of the month) with safe for us to meet together in per- Zoom. We always allow for enough son in the Recreation Center Ball- time for everyone to talk at once room. The Sidekicks circle is never and share stories and laugh before complete without each and every we start to dance. Several couples Sidekick, and there is always room deserve to be acknowledged for for more. To find out more about having attended every Zoom class Sidekicks, visit at patterndancers. to date: Clare and Paul Pardee, Gi- wixsite.com%2Fsidekicks or email ena and Joe Wong, Virginia and Al- us at [email protected]. lan Rickards, Lucy and Phil Fay, Pol- Remember … dancing is not only ly and Gene Huckel-Cazeault, and fun ... it is good for you. Dance ev- Lois and Bill Hull (who even danced ery chance you get and dance as on Zoom with us from a Cracker if no one is watching, unless of Barrel when they were on the road). course it’s a funky “Rimrock.” Then That is true dedication. There are you need to dance as if the whole world is watching. Ballet Club LEASH LAW Dogs must be on a leash at all times.

Eugenie Martin For almost three months, the Have Medicare Ballet Club has been doing four classes each week while social dis- Questions? tancing. Dancers are hardy people, and we stay as well-conditioned as we can through our classes. Ballet Call Us For Your is very good for posture, strength, balance, flexibility and grace. Our Annual Enrollment Period group is lucky to have another good teacher who has joined our ranks. Appointment Today! Her name is Suzanne Scheraga, and she is teaching the barre and some center dances for our Saturday class. It is so much fun for me to be able to take a class with the other dancers. All of our classes are held in the Arbor Conference Center Ballet Room just next to the rest rooms. IT’S NEVER TOO EARLY FOR YOUR Our weekly schedule is as follows: • Tuesdays and Thursdays: 1 COMPLIMENTARY MEDICARE REVIEW to 2:15 p.m. • Fridays: noon to 1:15 p.m. Circle Square Commons Guided Medicare Solutons • Saturdays: 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Guided Medicare Solutons Formerly FMO Anyone may join our classes, Formerly SHP 855.359.53661737 SW 17th Street and no previous experience is necessary; nor are ballet clothes. To 8399 SW 80th Street, Suite 17 Ocala, FL 34471 start, you need exercise clothes, Let us walkOcala, you FL through 34481 your optons: socks for the feet, a facial mask and hand sanitizer, and a bottle of water, of course. If you are interested in inquiring about our classes, ✓ Turning 65? please call me at (352) 854-8589. Bring this ad to one of Happy dancing! ✓ Have you recently moved in? our offce locations for a GOT TRASH? FREE GIFT! Please put all trash in compactor. ✓ Lost your group or employer One gif per household, coverage? untl supplies last.

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All the events, fun and more! Vol. 34, No. 3 September 2020 Education Center Expands Facilities By Ray Cech World News Writer “Education should be a part of than 5,000 students. The newly ex- our everyday lives as we grow, ma- panded building behind Sid’s Cof- ture, and find our very own niche fee Shop & Deli will greatly add to in life. Here at Master the Possibili- the flexibility of how classes are ties, we have been privileged with structured. It also makes room for an amazing foundation that con- additional teaching venues and al- tributes to the education of On Top lows for more students to partici- of the World residents and those of pate in classes. The vinyl flooring our surrounding communities. This is extremely versatile and welcom- wonderful support and recent ex- ing, whether for tap dancing, yoga pansion help to make a difference in stretches or classes in science, thousands of lives – one educational history or current events, among moment at a time.” many others. Director of Education Michelle There’s a new room designed Shideler, Master the Possibilities just for chefs to demonstrate their It was back in the ‘80s in New specialties, such as a perfect crème York City, when a new building brûlée, or maybe, how to cook up a was going up on just about every pasta sauce that will make you the block. Construction sites were sur- envy of your neighborhood. It will rounded by tall wooden barriers have all the accoutrements, envied with round holes cut in; pedestri- by the very best home chefs – so, ans could stop and look down into no excuses. a cavernous foundation and watch To meet the continuing increase the progress. Painted next to those in registrations at Master the Pos- peepholes was written, “Dig we sibilities, additional evening class- must for a growing New York.” es are being scheduled, as well as When visiting Master the Possi- expanding the Saturday curricu- bilities and the construction that la. It is important to note that all is now close to completion, this CDC guidelines are being followed. comes to mind, “Build we must for Classrooms are sanitized, masks the education of our growing com- are required, and social distancing munity.” is being practiced. There are close to 24,000 reg- To sign up for a class at Master istrations for the coming year at the Possibilities, visit masterthe- Photo by Ray Cech Master the Possibilities – more possibilities.org. Welcome to Master the Possibilities’ new classrooms.

work is viewed by the public. • Artists make a visual record Artists enter exhibits to show of people, places or events Art Group Exhibit their work and sometimes to nego- from their time spent on By Joanie Ford tiate a sale of their work. We as art- earth and the place they live The Art Group had a success- 2021. ists hope that by exhibiting, we can or visit. ful art exhibition in the Master the What is an art exhibition and raise the awareness of the art that • Artists help us to see the Possibilities lobby Thursday, July why do artists have them? An ex- we create and generate some brand world in new or innovative 30 through Thursday, Aug. 27. Our hibition is an organized activity in awareness within our styles. ways. next exhibition will be in January which a collection of the artist’s If you attended the exhibition • Artists make functional ob- and the work that is exhibited by jects (clothing, furniture, the Art Group, you may notice that buildings) more pleasurable each artist has a certain style. The and elevate them with mean- artist becomes known by their style ing. or the way they paint or the sub- • Artists give form to the im- jects that they choose to paint. At material. This includes the previous exhibitions at Master the hidden or universal truths, Possibilities you could meet the spiritual and personal feel- artist at an artist reception. The Art ings. Group was not able to sponsor a re- You can look at the images pic- ception this time. tured and learn a little about each For the Art Group each artist cre- of these artists by studying their ates an art of their choice, whether work. What are they trying to say it be portrait, drawing, landscape, to you? What do they feel deeply still life, seascape or sculpture. about? Sometimes the colors in the Some artists incorporate a number work will give you clues, as well as of different mediums in their work. the style of their work, their brush Mediums are paints, finishes and work, and the energy in the piece. sometimes objects or materials We welcome you to our next and different papers. exhibition in January 2021. Our Henry Sayre has defined four snowbirds will be back, and our ex- fundamental roles of the artist. This hibition will be larger. short list is taken from his book, “A Changes will come in society and World of Art.” I have paraphrased our Ocala artists and many others his thoughts, and not quoted him will make a visual record of what directly. Please note that not all art- they see and how they feel about ists assume all of these roles, some this time in world. Photo by Joanie Ford incorporate a combination of the July Art Group exhibition. roles or just one as they create.

verelli holds the Guinness World was Frank Sinatra’s “My Way.” The Record for the longest marathon lyrics were considered arrogant. Karaoke Trivia karaoke. He sang 1,295 songs for Hope you kept score for your- By Kathy Petrosky four days straight (a total of 101 self! While we are not in session, hours 59 minutes and 15 seconds. feel free to go to the Z’s Karaoke I was thinking, “What can I write oke machines at home? The Philip- What year did the Karaoke World page on Facebook. Gary, from our this month?” Karaoke is such a so- pines holds the title for the most Championships begin? It started in group, started this. It has expanded cial event. It will be great when we in-home karaoke machines with re- 2003. Finland was the last host. to singers from all over. can get back to it again. I thought, “I portedly one in almost every home. When is national karaoke week? Singing is a fun activity. I hope wonder if I can find some karaoke What is the record for the lon- It is the fourth week in April. everyone is singing at home. Are trivia?” You could be prepared if gest karaoke performance by one Do you know the song that was you learning new songs for when you play and karaoke is a category. person? The Italian Leonardo Pol- prohibited in the Philippines? It we can get together again? I think we all know what karaoke actually means. Just in case it actually means “empty orchestra” in Japanese. We all got that one. Where was karaoke born? It was born in a Japanese town called Kobe when a band failed to show up for a gig in a bar. The innovative owner played some music and asked his customers to come up and sing. What year was it created and who was the restaurant owner? It was in the 1970s and the restaurant owner was Daisuke Inoue. Did anyone know that one? How many karaoke bars are in Japan? According to the Japan Na- tional Tourism Organization there are more than 100,000 karaoke bars in Japan. Photo by Steve Warren What country has the most kara- Can you guess the song? ontopoftheworldnews.com/ocala 34D The World News September 2020 But what is normal? In “Bad Mon- and never asks questions. Their the rest of his life. There was to be View from key” by Carl Hiaasen, we encounter world is without conflict, inequali- no emotion in his world. Love was the Library Andrew Yancy. Due to his uncouth ties, divorce, unemployment, injus- a generalized word, meaningless, behavior, Yancy gets demoted to tice or choice. Children are guided almost obsolete. roach patrol for the local eateries to develop self-confidence and Jonas chose to stop taking his Linda Barilli in Key West. But Yancy has dreams maturity. And if you don’t fit, you pill and took off on a long and very of being reinstated and turns his at- could be sent elsewhere and never dangerous journey. He could never “The Great Pretender” by Susan- tention to investigating three mur- be seen again. go back to the world of no feeling nah Cahalan is a study of the diag- ders. We follow him from Key West Jonas is a boy who has been se- and sameness. nosis and treatment of psychosis. to Miami, down to Andros Island in lected to take the place of “The Giv- This publication is the 25th an- She deeply pursued this subject the Bahamas and back again. er.” As a 12-year-old he finds him- niversary edition. It can be found in due to the fact that she herself had Basically, we get to see first- self having yearnings and is given a hardcover fiction. been misdiagnosed. hand the impact on local residents pill that he must take every day for Miss Cahalan concentrates pri- as prime waterfront property is marily on Dr. David Rosenhan’s ex- bought up by wealthy real estate in- periment that led to his book “On vestors, leaving the locals deprived Happy Hookers black plating process known as Being Sane in Insane Places,” pub- of the enjoyment they once experi- “hoto” black process, or hot oxide lished in 1973. Rosenhan’s real tal- enced. black process, in order to prevent ent was teaching. When challenged Carl Hiaasen’s books are quick corrosion of the hooks. Nickel plat- by his students, he finally suggest- and witty and “Bad Monkey” is no ing was not reinstated until the lat- ed, “if you really want to know what exception. This PG rated book is Jan Spielvogel ter part of May 1945. psychiatric patients all are about, chockfull of colorful vernacular Today’s crochet hooks are don’t waste your time on case and racy characters, including a Happy Hookers continues to made from many different ma- histories … why don’t you simply “man eating” voodoo witch known meet separately, and our group terials including abalone, glass, check into a psychiatric hospital as as Dragon Queen. continues to work privately on bamboo and exotic woods such a patient?” And they did. “Bad Monkey” can be found in their projects. as rosewood and ebony and fea- This single experiment changed hardcover fiction in the Florida sec- Recent Happy Hooker columns ture a wide variety of styles and the course of modern medi- tion of the library. have focused on various aspects embellishments. (Source: www. cine. You might somewhat relate In “The Giver” by Lois Lowry we and fun facts of knitting, crochet- free-crochet.com/blog/?p=718) this book to the movie “One Flew enter a totally different world. We ing, and embroidery. This month’s Happy Hookers is open to all resi- Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” which visit a community where children topic on crochet hooks continues dents. We meet year-round on Mon- came out in 1975. are assigned to a family unit, citi- our series focus on the tools. days, from 1:30 to 3 p.m. in the This book is in hardcover nonfic- zens are assigned specific partners Crochet hooks started with peo- Hobby Building Art Room. There tion labeled 616CAH. and jobs. Everyone obeys the rules ple fashioning their own, usually are no dues or agenda and no pen- of wood, bone or metal. In Ireland, alties for missing a meeting, arriv- exquisite Irish laces were worked ing late or leaving early. Life can with hooks made from stiff wire and does interfere at times, and inserted into a piece of wood or we would hate for that to hold you cork. In the early 1920s sets of in- back. What we do have is a large terchangeable hooks became popu- group of ladies busy with crochet- lar. Each set consisted of a single ing, knitting, needlepointing, card handle, perhaps of bone or amber, crafting, embroidering and hand- with an assortment of short steel crafting. This is a very talented hooks generally ranging in sizes group that’s never too busy to help from 1 to 14. The crocheter simply someone with a difficult pattern selected the size hook needed for or stitch. We welcome newcomers the project and screwed it into the with open arms. Attendees should tip of the handle. bring whatever they happen to be In America, the Boye Needle Co. working on. produced the first complete line If you have any questions about of American-made steel crochet our club, you may call Naomi Ber- hooks in 1917. Each hook sold man at (352) 873-4328. If you for a nickel. Aluminum hooks ap- have yarn, pattern books, knitting peared in 1923, and hooks for needles, crochet hooks or other hairpin crochet were introduced in crafting tools that you no longer 1935. World War II forced the gov- have a use for, donations are always ernment to order the cessation of appreciated. Please bring them on nickel plating for crochet hooks Mondays during our meeting time in 1942, and Boye began a special or contact Ellyn Weir at (352) 509- 4355 to arrange for pickup.

This month I want to emphasize Concert Chorus the sheer joy of singing, especially with the comradery of a chorus. Unlike solo or ensemble singing, the many parts create harmonies David Wesenberg and variations that are just not possible with smaller numbers. The Concert Chorus members are director’s goal is a blend of voices anxiously waiting to see when we that can create emotional and dra- can start up in the fall. For the mo- matic effects for the listener. And ment it looks like we will not be the head of the listener is where all able to start rehearsals for our holi- the musical action takes place. day program yet. Among the listeners are the members of the chorus themselves. If you are a soprano, alto, tenor or bass you listen both for others singing your part, but you also listen for the harmony with other parts and for the meaning and emotion of the lyrics. For the audience you listen to resonate with familiar tunes and lyrics, or you plunge forward with new tunes, lyrics and musical ideas. Maybe you even want to dance or tap your foot to a lively beat, or hum along to reinforce the listening experience. If you are a listener who loves to sing, join us by contacting Mary Ann Majni at (954) 557-8176 or fl- [email protected]. Get on our contact list and get access to our coordinating website. If you just want to listen, watch this column to get the latest news about chorus performances and events.

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Nancy Grabowski John Kinser Hall Reluctantly, The New Pretend- Memo to the Boss ers have postponed our practices Perfection is the answer and noth- which were slated to begin in Sep- ing else will do. tember. Naturally, this changes the These words I heard so clearly, show dates in February 2021. On when I was facing you. a brighter note, we are hoping that Now I know that excellence, is what some other options may fall into you want of me. place. We’ll keep you posted! While we wait to see what chang- No less can be accepted, you said es will occur eventually, The New resoundingly. Pretenders continue to work on the What mortal is expected to answer upcoming performances. We are and obey safely practicing in our own homes or even come to bargain, if no lati- with the hopes that small groups tude you say. may soon be able to gather. The truth is I am human and really To get to this point, many hours once were you. of work have already been logged. I can only give my best, perfection Way back in January, intrepid vol- may ensue. unteers put their names forward in hopes of becoming a member of the Poetry music committee which will work on the show for the following year. Yes, you read correctly, this group is working a year in advance! Five people are chosen, and they serve Alvin Ross from this point until after the road shows. The first order of business Together for this talented cadre is to select a When we walk hand in hand chairperson, then they move on to We are together the second step: finding a theme In a fond embrace for the show. The next difficult We are together task is winnowing down the mas- When our eyes meet sive amounts of music and comedy We are together to a workable sixty selections. It With the newborn baby seems overwhelming! In my arms When the dauntless music com- Photos by Lennie Rodoff We are together mittee reaches this point, the direc- Top: Janet Juhlin, Terri Molnar, Philene Frazar and Fran When I look to the heavens tor sits in on the meetings. Select- For guidance ing 28 to 30 songs is every bit as Allen. We are together hard as it seems. These selections Bottom: Joe Furfaro, Nick Lagattuta, Doug Ensley and Tom As we lie side by side must fit into a time frame, too. Yet, Miller. year after year, the job is complet- We are together stage committee has an arduous Then, groups within The New Pre- ed. But, the work is not done. From the warmth of the sun task to enhance the stage. There tenders must find help from some The numbers that have been And the cool of the rain are some difficulties to work folks who are willing to help as we chosen are now put into an order We are together around with this project and the present our show. These groups that makes the program flow. Ad- When all else fails most creative crew manages to pull include the ushers and some dress- ditionally, performers are assigned And only love remains it together every time. Are we fin- ers who work behind the scenes as- to each act. The assignments re- We must all stand together ished yet? sisting with costume changes. volve around the fortes of individ- The simple answer is “no!” The Whew! Just reading this review ual troupers as well as providing amazing Recreation Center staff is tiring but exhilarating, too! We enough time for costume changes. prints the tickets we need, work- will keep our fingers crossed for GOLF CART REGISTRATION We can’t stop here, there’s more to ing from the clip art and data we some more definitive news with the Resident Services be done! send them. A program is designed next article. Meanwhile, if you are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday At this point, other committees and printed, too. Volunteers often interested in The New Pretenders All residents in household must be swing into action. The costume assist with moving props and scen- or lending your help when we do present. Bring golf cart, resident I.D. committee spends countless hours ery from our storage units to the get the go-ahead, talk to any cur- in our “closet” seeking the exact and insurance policy (stating amount of stage and then, returning them af- rent member or Nancy Grabowski look necessary for each song. The bodily injury). ter the shows have been completed. at (352) 209-4699. band’s look is completed, too. The 36D The World News September 2020 Model Railroaders

Gerald Mucci A great sense of accomplishment … The previous train room, a rather small space, has been vacated – the new one in the Hobby Build- ing is growing gangbusters. The new room is four times the size of the previous one and is host to not only a greatly expanded HO layout, but also an O gauge (Lionel) and G gauge layout. The amount of progress is beyond the expectations of most members. Whether this is due to recent “social distancing” or due to the enthusiasm of a dedicated core group of model railroaders is hard to say – probably both. Al Lohr is among that core group. What do flight test engineering and model railroad construction have in common? Answer: Al Lohr. Al transitioned from a 30-year career with Sikorsky Aircraft as a flight test engineer to his new “career” Photo by Gerald Mucci of model railroading. There is little Al Lohr workin’ on the railroad. doubt that a career with a company that was among the first to develop multi-engine “landplanes” as they were called, amphibious craft, and ultimately the leader in helicopter design and manufacture (UH-60 Blackhawk) brings some creative skills with it. A random visit to the new train room will reveal two or three guys exercising their creative skills and hard work, with Al often among them. He moved from Connecticut COMMIT to On Top of the World in 2008 and was one of the earliest members of the club. “I enjoy it – it’s a good TO YOUR group of people,” Al acknowledged. Moving and rebuilding the model town and laying a lot of track was HEALTH accomplished in large part to the generous efforts of Al. NOT A Now that the two main HO lines are completed around the room, the next phase will be adding spur CONTRACT lines to serve industries that will soon mushroom around the layout. Ongoing scenic improvements are headed by Joe Liminowski, with a On Top of the World great deal of assistance from Ber- nie Bossert, Bill Rostiser and Larry Residents Special Luke. While the new layout is not yet No Initiation Fee in open to visitors, there is a large viewing window along the walkway September 2020! along the left side of the Hobby Building. The town is located in front of the window. You will often see several club members doing a variety of model building jobs, from electrical wiring, to installing miniature lighting, to laying railroad sidings, to erecting houses and industries. • Nautilus One, revolutionary strength technology The next train club meeting is • Cardio scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. • FreeRunner Treadmills, superior cushioning and responsiveness 10, at 9 a.m. in the Hobby Building • Recently renovated warm water pool GROUP • Strength Event Room. The Model Railroad- • Cycle ers Club is always welcoming new • Group Fitness programming to accommodate all ftness levels FITNESS members. Email the president, Jim • The Ranch meets social distancing guidelines • Yoga Lynam at [email protected] • Aqua or me at [email protected] with • Virtual Fitness workouts at RanchOcala.com any questions. ® • No long term contracts • Zumba • Membership options to meet individual needs

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Connie Filip Camera Mode: Landscape Here’s another opportunity to move your camera dial off “auto” mode. We’ve been talking about the icon-labeled scene modes on your camera dial. Even some smart- phones have them. Use them to improve the quality of your shot. They can also be used by more advanced photographers with limited time to adjust their camera. Most cameras will display a mountain shaped icon that repre- sents landscape mode for you to select. This mode has been optimized to create a well-focused image from the foreground all the way into the distance. It does this by automati- cally using a small f stop. It will also pick the lowest ISO possible to give you a sharp image. It works especially well if your scene is well lit. Some cameras will also boost the reds and greens, since that’s what landscapes usually are. Because your photo is probably well out of the range of your flash, most cameras will not allow it to use the flash. While Phyllis didn’t use land- Photo by ShutterBug Phyllis Hlavac scape mode for her photo, a land- Small bridge. scape like this would have been a good one to try. ShutterBugs’ month-long Sep- tember exhibit at Master the Possi- bilities will be a great opportunity to “travel” to Giverny, France and see Monet’s garden! Phyllis Hlavac is exhibiting her favorite shots from her visit to see Monet’s garden and its bridge area. She went there for a private early morning access visit when the lighting is perfect for taking photo- graphs. I can’t wait to see it; Monet is my favorite artist! Check out our recently updated club website at otowspc.com. Here you can view our members’ gal- leries. For example, ShutterBug Pam Schmitt is displaying beautiful photos from a trip to Butchart Gardens in Brentwood Bay, British Columbia. You can also view our past photography contest winners or find updated schedule information. For more information contact Gary Uhley, our club president, at (352) 854-8536 or guhley@cfl. rr.com.

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by our hive on any Thursday in the been looking for to round out your Sewing Bees Hobby Building Art Room, from week. Theatre Group 12:30 to 3 p.m. We would be happy Please contact Kathy Nardone at to show you our creations made (352) 300-3063 with any questions. with love for the children. You may Above all, stay safe and healthy! Linda Lohr find our club is just what you have Richard Rosen Well, the hive is buzzin’ again! Theaters and other venues are And we are so happy to be meeting shut down all over the world. In- in person and seeing our friends door entertainment of any kind again! Everyone wears a mask, one will be the last to re-open. Broad- person to a table, but it is working way and London theaters are hop- well. Several people are still working to go back into business in ing at home to add to our inven- spring 2021, at the earliest. The tory. Slowly, our agencies are open- Theatre Group is no exception. We ing up and we are able to make the were about a month away from our donations. dazzling production of “Snippets” I know it is very hot out, but our when things shut down in March. minds are on Christmas! We have We still hope to produce “Snippets” many Christmas quilts being made as soon as possible; though it may ready for donation later this year. be months away. Several people are sewing the tops In next month’s edition of the at home and bringing them in to be World News, we will announce our given a backing and then sewn. tentative plans for the production Our mission is to provide com- and the specific disposition of sold fort for the abused, abandoned, tickets for the original April dates. and neglected children of Marion We will also keep everyone in- County. Your donations all year Photo by Linda Lohr formed as to any developments in long help us to do just that. Stop Detail of a Christmas quilt to be donated. the Theatre Group. We will be back and the show will go on! September 2020 The World News 39D CLASSIFIEDS

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