30 The <strong>World</strong> News® <strong>September</strong> <strong>2009</strong>Photo by Anne MerrickTorben Jensen, Em Jones, Patti Kirschner and Pat Woodburyattending chorus practice.ConcertChorusAnne MerrickThe kick-<strong>of</strong>f potluck lunch took placeon Thursday, Aug. 27 at 11:30 a.m. inSuite H <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Arbor Conference Center.As usual, you could count on good foodfrom our members with a fabulous variety<strong>of</strong> salads, sandwiches, desserts etc. Itwas great to visit with <strong>the</strong> folks we haven’tseen much during <strong>the</strong> break and catch upon all <strong>the</strong> news.We picked up our music for <strong>the</strong> holidayseason concert and are excited toget started on our practices, which occurevery Thursday morning from 10:30 a.m.to 12:30 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Health & RecreationBallroom.Lunch was preceded by auditions fornew members. If you have not yet auditioned,would like to be a part <strong>of</strong> thisgroup and can follow your line <strong>of</strong> musicin four part harmony, <strong>the</strong>re is still time.Come to our first practice at 10 a.m. onThursday, Sept. 3.This group loves to sing, welcomes achallenge, is very supportive and enjoysputting on concerts for you folks. If youwould like to do this, come on out. Bebrave, nothing ventured, nothing gained.We are looking primarily for Tenors, Bassesand Altos but Sopranos are welcometoo.<strong>On</strong> Sept. 17, we will have a table at <strong>the</strong>Club Fair, which is held in <strong>the</strong> Health &Recreation Ballroom from 10 a.m. to 1p.m. Drop by and see what sort <strong>of</strong> musicwe sing. Our practice will be in Suite H in<strong>the</strong> Arbor Conference center on that day.For information, call Anne at 732-0706.OriginalKaraoke GroupGeorge QuarantaGreetings to all music lovers. Our karaokesession was held at 7 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> CandlerHills Community Center on July 28.We had our usual singers: Judy, Rudy,Charley, Kathy, Gerry, Shirley, Tom, Tony,Jim, Norma, Bob, Pat, Donnie, Lori, Janet,Marie and George. Many wonderful songswere sung. Charlie and Kathy; Bob andNorma; Shirley and Kathy serenaded uswith <strong>the</strong>ir duets.Some <strong>of</strong> our singers have greatly improved.Also, I want to thank those thatcame and listened to our singers performand I hope you enjoyed yourselves. Wehave added more CDs to our collection.Our next karaoke session was at <strong>the</strong>Arbor Conference Center on Aug. 13 andwill be reported in my next column. All<strong>On</strong> <strong>Top</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>World</strong> residents and <strong>the</strong>irguests are welcome to come to our ga<strong>the</strong>rings.For any information, call Georgeat 873-9667.<strong>On</strong>e Who SingsNo Time ForHome Maintenance?HomeFIXology has raised <strong>the</strong> homehandyman business to a new level <strong>of</strong>pr<strong>of</strong>essionalism…and we’re in yourneighborhood! We know you’re busy, so letus knock a few items <strong>of</strong>f that “To Do” list.Your business is important –quick response guaranteed!CALL NOW!352.237.1008By An n e t t e Sh a r p e<strong>On</strong>e who sings has joy to share,That floats in song to bless <strong>the</strong> air.Music inspires those who sing,And also, o<strong>the</strong>rs listening.<strong>On</strong>e who sings has a messageNone o<strong>the</strong>r can replace,In meaningful words and musicWhen inspiration is <strong>the</strong> goal,Song is poetry for <strong>the</strong> soul.Raise your voice in songs <strong>of</strong> praise,Enjoy singing all your days,Blend your praises with a choir.A joyful heart is God’s desire.To nourish <strong>the</strong> soul <strong>of</strong> one who singsNO JOBTOO SMALL!WE EVEN HAUL AWAY JUNKEach franchise Bonded, independently Insured owned and operatedLicensed, Bonded, InsuredKaraokeFriendsVivian BrownThere is so much news I don’t knowwhere to begin! Last month’s get toge<strong>the</strong>r,we had so much fun. Charlie has been tryinghis new equipment out, and <strong>the</strong> soundis so very good that everyone who sangsounded great, and we all liked that. Rudycame and he brought cookies, thank you.We welcomed Caleb a new friend whosang “<strong>On</strong>ly <strong>the</strong> Good Die Young” and o<strong>the</strong>rs.Estelle came back and she sang, “Tiea Yellow Ribbon.” Norma and Bob wereback from vacation. Tari, Donnie, Kathy,Jimmy, Tom, Daryl, Shirley, Jackie, Viviansang and performed magnificently.<strong>September</strong> is going to be a busy monthRENEWED ◆ SURFACESWe specialize in repairing your concrete not just coloring over it!WE MAKE YOUR CONCRETE LOOK GOOD!By Re-Surfacing Your Concrete!Driveways ◆ Pool Decks ◆ Patios ◆ Garages ◆ Entrance Ways◆ Commercial Grade Quality ◆ Easy to Keep Clean◆ Mildew & Oil Resistant◆ Non-Skid Protection◆ Many Colors!PAVERSCleaned & Clear SealedLasts for Years!Mildew & Oil ResistantBrings Out <strong>the</strong> True ColorFamily Owned & OperatedSince 1972237-2796A Division <strong>of</strong> R.C. Cohn Constructionfor us, but we love it.Some <strong>of</strong> our friends will be performingfor <strong>the</strong> Italian American Club meetingon Tuesday, Sept. 1 at 3 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> ArborConference Center, Suites E and F. Wehave been practicing some Italian songsand are looking forward to it.We will be performing for <strong>the</strong> Women<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>World</strong> on Friday, Sept. 4 at 1:30p.m. in <strong>the</strong> Arbor Conference Center,Suites E, F, G and H. We will have a completelydifferent show, but I am sure <strong>the</strong>ywill enjoy it.<strong>On</strong> Tuesday, Sept. 8 at 6 p.m. in <strong>the</strong> ArborConference Center, Suite G we will beperforming for <strong>the</strong> German Club. Again,we will have a completely different show,and we know <strong>the</strong>y will like it.A group <strong>of</strong> friends recently went toGrand Lake Community House about ahalf hour up I-75. Donnie runs karaoke<strong>the</strong>re on Tuesday evenings. It was <strong>the</strong> firsttime for me. We had such a great time.Donnie and his wife, Rose, were so verykind and thoughtful as well as everyone<strong>the</strong>re. I felt right at home and thoroughlyenjoyed myself. If anyone would like togo, just let me know, and I will tell youwhom to contact.If any club or organization would likeus to perform for <strong>the</strong>m, please call me.We will be happy to do so.Remember, we meet <strong>the</strong> first and thirdMonday <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> month in <strong>the</strong> Arbor ConferenceCenter, Suites E and F from 6:30to 9:30 p.m.Singing is so good for you. Until nextmonth, God bless and keep on singing.For information, call 291-0246.NEW CONCRETEWe Install New orReplace Old SlabsDriveways/Drive ExtensionsPatios/WalkwaysTotal Concrete ServiceLicensed & Insured #3803Dependable
<strong>September</strong> <strong>2009</strong> The <strong>World</strong> News® 31AnythingBut BlandChef Dave BlandWine 101Wine has become increasingly popularin <strong>the</strong> American lifestyle. In Europe,it is part <strong>of</strong> every meal and <strong>the</strong>re is littlepomp and circumstance to it, <strong>the</strong>y merelydrink it.Scientists believe that drinking oneglass <strong>of</strong> red wine per day for women andtwo glasses for men can lower <strong>the</strong> risk <strong>of</strong>heart attack and even help to prevent inflammatorydisease.Although <strong>the</strong>re is a lot <strong>of</strong> mystery andromance in <strong>the</strong> marketing <strong>of</strong> wine, hereare <strong>the</strong> facts:• Wine is fermented fruit juice.• Sugar plus yeast equals alcoholplus carbon dioxide.• <strong>On</strong>ce fermented it transforms intocomplex flavors.• Through a technical process, wineis produced mostly <strong>the</strong> same way;although some wine is cheap ando<strong>the</strong>rs very costly.What Makes a Good Wine?• Good quality grapes or Vitis Vinifera,which is a European grapevariety where all fine wines derive.• A suitable growing location.• Farming expertise.• Favorable wea<strong>the</strong>r equals good orgreat wine; if all <strong>the</strong> planets align.Choosing a great wine without spendingtoo much can be challenging with all<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> choices. Here are some tips to thinkabout when buying wine:• Use <strong>the</strong> web for advice or to buy.• Shop at Sam’s Club for incredibledeals.• Talk to <strong>the</strong> staff, <strong>the</strong>y can let youknow <strong>of</strong> deals.• Know your budget and <strong>the</strong> occasion.• Look for sales but beware <strong>of</strong> greatsales; it could mean bad wine.• Look for lesser wines from a winery.• Buy a case if you love it; this willsave you money.Tasting Wine 101• Pour <strong>the</strong> wine allowing room in<strong>the</strong> glass• Swirl <strong>the</strong> wine to allow it tobrea<strong>the</strong>• Use your nose to pick up aromas• Taste <strong>the</strong> wine with all <strong>of</strong> yourmouth• Brea<strong>the</strong> in air to add oxygen• Does <strong>the</strong> wine have finish?• Do you enjoy <strong>the</strong> wine?Here are six major varietals and <strong>the</strong>ircharacteristics:Riesling is a light refreshing whitewine with a crisp acidity. Fruit aromasand flavors are subtle and with tree fruit<strong>of</strong> apples, peaches and citrus dependingon where it was grown. This wine pairswell with sushi and Chinese food.Sauvignon Blanc is a medium distinctivelyflavored wine with aromas <strong>of</strong> citrusfrom lemon to grapefruit. It grows well inCalifornia but best in New Zealand whereit has an earthier aroma. It has very littleoak. It goes well with seafood.Chardonnay is a full-bodied rich winewith a buttery, vanilla scent. Flavors canrange from pineapple and o<strong>the</strong>r tropicalfruit to tree fruit. This wine is <strong>of</strong>tenvery oaky and creamy. This wine is greatto drink alone or with chicken, pasta andanything with white cheese.Pinot Noir is a lighter delicate grapewith ripe cherry fruit. It is silky in <strong>the</strong>mouth with some acidity. It has a nicesmoky nose with some earthiness likemushrooms with vanilla in <strong>the</strong> finish.This works well with lean steak, chicken,salmon and red pasta dishes.Merlot is a medium fuller bodied winewith aromas <strong>of</strong> plum, and dark berry.It leaves a velvety tannic finish on <strong>the</strong>tongue and goes well with spicy chickendishes, pork chops, pizza and filet mignon.Cabernet Sauvignon is an intensely flavoredwine with huge aroma <strong>of</strong> tobacco,lea<strong>the</strong>r and earth. It has jammy blackberriesin <strong>the</strong> fruit, black mission figs andcassis. You will note full velvet around<strong>the</strong> tongue and cheek from <strong>the</strong> full tannins.This is why it ages so well. Thiswine is perfect with lamb, ribeye steak orgrilled veal chopsallows all members to meet o<strong>the</strong>r members<strong>the</strong>y may not have met before. Thethree we usually have are Spring Fling,Summer Spectacular and a ChristmasParty. They are fun evenings for all attendees!Our club is currently looking for newmembers. If you are a couple who enjoyscooking food and entertaining peoplein your home, call Luke at 304-8104 formore information.ComputerClubSherry SurdamWell, it’s been a long, hot summer andhopefully cooler temperatures will soonbe on <strong>the</strong> way! It will certainly be a welcomerelief – I’ve about melted!No program schedule has been set as<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> writing <strong>of</strong> this column so be sureto watch <strong>the</strong> website at www.cccocala.orgAmericanJewish ClubNorma SeidmanCome one, come all to reacquaint withold friends or get acquainted with newfriends. We have lots <strong>of</strong> exciting doingsplanned for <strong>the</strong> <strong>2009</strong>-2010 season.If you like pizza, be sure to come toour first meeting on Sept. 13 at <strong>the</strong> ArborClub. Pizza plus lots <strong>of</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r goodies will“Personal Service Since 1954”• Auto • Home • Health • Golf CartFor fast, competitive rates,please call (352) 351-31116 Carl CourtBeverly Hills, FL 34465(352) 746-558020497 E. Pennsylvania Ave.Dunnellon, FL 34432(352) 489-2412for information on upcoming programsand/or o<strong>the</strong>r changes to <strong>the</strong> schedule.Most <strong>of</strong> you are aware that I primarilyuse a Mac computer <strong>the</strong>se days and writea little Mac Tip column as well as thisone. Well, this month you Windows usersmight want to check out <strong>the</strong> Mac Tip asit is not just for Macs but works equallywell for Windows PCs.It came about because at a recentQ&A session a member complained thatwhen she had many applications and/orfiles open some <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>m would disappearfrom her task bar! In reality, <strong>the</strong>y weren’tactually gone, just not visible! When youhave several items open, <strong>the</strong> taskbar cannotalways display <strong>the</strong>m all (<strong>the</strong> numberdepends on <strong>the</strong> resolution <strong>of</strong> your screen)so windows will “stack” similar items orfiles. They are still available but you haveto locate <strong>the</strong>m yourself. Check out <strong>the</strong>Mac Tip to see how easy it is to do!All meetings are held at 9 a.m. at <strong>the</strong>Arbor Conference Center, Suites B and Con Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Ifyou aren’t a member yet but want to seewhat we do, come on up and give us alook-see. I think you’ll find we have muchto <strong>of</strong>fer both novices and users that aremore experienced!be served. Dues <strong>of</strong> $10 per member for<strong>the</strong> year are due at this time.Be sure to stop in and see us at <strong>the</strong>Club Fair in <strong>the</strong> Health & Recreation Buildingon Sept. 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Youcan’t miss us, as we will be at <strong>the</strong> firsttable. Hope to see old members and meetnew ones at this time.Our first lunch bunch date is set forSept. 24 at Stumpknockers in Inverness,with an approximate departure time <strong>of</strong>11 a.m.Wishing all <strong>of</strong> our Jewish friends andneighbors a happy Rosh Hashanah and aneasy fast (if you fast) for Yom Kippur.www.feroinsurance.comFriendship Center at<strong>On</strong> <strong>Top</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>World</strong>8441 SW SR 200, Suite 117Ocala, FL 34481(352) 351-3111EXPERIENCED • PROFESSIONAL • THOROUGH • OLD FASHIONED SERVICE •Favorite RecipesDinner ClubLuke MullenLast month, I attempted to providean overview <strong>of</strong> what our club’s goal wasand included an example <strong>of</strong> a “favoriterecipe.”Basically, <strong>the</strong> idea is for members totake turns entertaining a group <strong>of</strong> dinersin <strong>the</strong>ir home for fine food, fun and entertainment.When you decide to becomea member, o<strong>the</strong>rs and I will come up witha monthly schedule <strong>of</strong> how many dinnersare to be held. This is because we all havevarious items that result in our not beingable to attend our club dinner sometimes.When we know if you are available toattend a dinner, you will be matched withone <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> hosts for that month. Naturally,if you are a new member, you wouldautomatically be a guest and not a host.This is done in order for you to get a feelabout how things happen at <strong>the</strong> dinners.Normally, at any given dinner, sinceeach participating couple will be providingsome type <strong>of</strong> prepared dish, activitiesget underway around 6 p.m. Cocktail hourgets started with hors d’ oeuvres preparedand brought by one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> guests.(The framework <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> club is built upon<strong>the</strong> idea that no one-member couple willever have to prepare all components <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> meal.) Following this, a salad, ei<strong>the</strong>rprepared by ano<strong>the</strong>r guest or <strong>the</strong> host,is served. The host will <strong>the</strong>n serve <strong>the</strong>main meal, with an accompanying dish,if appropriate, ano<strong>the</strong>r guest couple hasprepared that. Following <strong>the</strong> main meal,<strong>the</strong> dessert, prepared by ano<strong>the</strong>r guestcouple is served. This always ends upwith everyone having a great meal withoutanyone needing to prepare <strong>the</strong> entireundertaking!Some members occasionally have“<strong>the</strong>me dinners.” We have had Irish American,Greek, Italian, Spanish and Germandinners, to name a few. Club hosts arefree to decide if <strong>the</strong>y want to host a “<strong>the</strong>medinner” or have a traditional meal.Additionally, for <strong>the</strong> past few years,we have had all-hands member’s dinners.This is where one club member graciouslyvolunteers to invite all members to <strong>the</strong>irhome on a regularly scheduled dinnernight. Again, <strong>the</strong> same idea applies where<strong>the</strong> host member does not have <strong>the</strong> overwhelmingeffort <strong>of</strong> preparing <strong>the</strong> entiremeal. Each member couple is asked tobring ei<strong>the</strong>r two hors d’ oeuvres or twodesserts. This turns out to be a great timebecause everyone has plenty to eat, and itPROFESSIONAL • THOROUGH • OLD FASHIONED SERVICE • ATTENTIVE • STATE-OF-THE-ARTDr. Adam AlpersBoard CertifiedNow AcceptingNew PatientsWalk-Ins WelcomeDOT Physicals • FAA Cert. 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