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May 2006 The World News® 5CongratulationsA n n i v e r s a r i e s • B i r t h d a y s • N e w R e s i d e n t sMarcy & Joe AskenaseAnniversaryErv & Jinnie CossAnniversaryDirectorof OperationsLynette VermillionBy the time you read this article, wewill be in our new Customer Service officeat Friendship Commons. Our officewill be open Monday to Friday from 8a.m. to noon. You may also reach us viaOTOWservice@OTOWFL.com or Fax 854-8688. After hours, we will have drop boxesavailable for drop off.We are preparing for summer rains,which brings greater growth of grass. You’llbe hearing the mowers more often throughyour neighborhoods as we work to keep ourcommunity beautiful.We remind our residents when using thetrash compactors and recycling boxes toplease follow the signs on the containersand place only the type materials allowed.We also remind you to break down yourcardboard box before putting in the recyclebin and not to leave any trash bags or boxesoutside of any of the recycle boxes or trashcompactor. We are going to set aside Tuesdayand Thursday mornings at the 90thStreet Post Box location for items that arenot appropriate for the trash compactor. Wewill have a place designated to place thoseitems and would appreciate your deliveringthose items only on Tuesday or Thursdaymorning.Indigo and Candler Community Centersmay be booked through the Health and Recreationfacility. Debbie Clark, our programdirector, has set up a procedure to make iteasy for our Indigo and Candler residents tobook their community centers. Please stopby the Health & Recreation Building and askfor Debbie Clark who will provide you moredetails.I have now been part of the On Top ofthe World community for 90 days. I haveenjoyed meeting many of our residents andlook forward to our continued success inworking together to keep our communitybeautiful. Renee & Harvey Filzer55th AnniversaryMike LankenauBirthdayCommunity News & Update Continued from Page 1By Kenneth ColenPublisherJoe NuzziBirthdayDodie PhillipsBirthdayscam. Here’s how it works: The scammercalls claiming to work for the local courtand claims you’ve failed to report for juryduty. He tells you that a warrant has beenissued for your arrest. The victim will oftenrightly claim they never received the juryduty notification. The scammer then asksthe victim for confidential information for‘verification’ purposes.“Specifically, the scammer asks for thevictim’s Social Security number, birth date,and sometimes even for credit card numbersand other private information — exactlywhat the scammer needs to commitidentity theft. So far, this jury duty scamhas been reported in Michigan, Ohio, Texas,Arizona, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Minnesota,Oregon and Washington state. In reality,court workers will never call you to ask forSocial Security numbers and other privateinformation. In fact, most courts follow upvia snail mail and rarely, if ever, call prospectivejurors.“Action: Never give out your Social Securitynumber, credit card numbers or otherpersonal confidential information whenyou receive a telephone call. It doesn’tmatter ‘why’ they are calling — all the reasonsare just different variants of the samescam. Protecting yourself is simple: Nevergive this info out when you receive a phonecall.” Welcometo On Top of the WorldFrank PicciurroBirthdayShirley & Charlie SnyderAnniversary & BirthdaysLouise RoderBirthdayMargot ThomasBirthdayJeremiah G. and Mary A. Semerad Jr.9780 S.W. 90th StreetNorman Dean Reckart9390-C S.W. 97th StreetCharles D. and Charlene E. Rolando9015-D S.W. 94th StreetDavid N Hathcock9085-A S.W. 96th LaneMolly Alcott and Darla Stone9460-A S.W. 84th TerraceGerald and Patricia Quinlan9735 S.W. 92nd Place RoadGerald and Joanne Willett9060-C S.W. 96th LaneVirgil E. and Virginia E. Smith8519-C S.W. 91st StreetLeslie A. and Nancy K. Ross8725-C S.W. 95th StreetCatherine A. Miller8400-E S.W. 90th StreetJane E. McDonald and Nancy E. Scott9638-A S.W. 94th AveBetty M. Nicholson9637-A S.W. 94th CourtJerry W. Hatfield and Loraine D. Kormos8750-D S.W. 90th LaneConstance Robertson9371-C S.W. 82nd TerraceJames A. and Gertrude M. Camisso8829-E S.W. 94th StreetJoann L. Moss9690-C S.W. 95th TerraceMichael W. and Paula Ann Kirby8701-B S.W. 94th StreetLawrence and Lois Johnson8686-D S.W. 97th Lane RoadEdward F. and Anne E. Helinski9515 S.W. 93rd LoopMichael E. and Wanda K. Allen8013 S.W. 81st Loop CARPETS OF OCALASERVING CENTRAL FLORIDA FOR 42 YEARS“WITH YOU EVERY STEP OF THE WAY”NOW CELEBRATING 42 YEARSOUR QUOTED PRICES ALWAYS INCLUDE:• LOWEST PRICES• FREE ESTIMATES• OUR OWN EXPERT INSTALLERS• INSTALLATION WARRANTY• NEVER UNDERSOLD!• BEST PAD ALWAYS INCLUDED• FREE REMOVAL OF OLD CARPET & PAD• FURNITURE MOVED AT NO EXTRA COST• LARGEST SELECTION 1ST QUALITY CARPET• NO EXTRA CHARGES“FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED”6 MONTHS SAME AS CASHNO INTERESTNO PAYMENTSNEVERUNDERSOLD!SHADY OAKS PLAZAS.R. 200-OCALANEAR KMART & BEST BUY237-0880FINANCING AVAILABLEOUR 42ND YEARMON.-FRI. 9-5:30SAT. 9-4:30CLOSED SUNDAYEVENINGS BY APPT.

6 The World News® May 2006Photo by Joel AronsonDowntown Taipei,showing the world’stallest building.InternationalClubBill ShampineThe International Club was very pleasedto welcome Luther Deese as the guestspeaker to our March meeting. Luther, anOcala High School classmate of this writer,is an expert on Taiwan. After high school,the U.S. Air Force sent him to Yale to, amongother things, become fluent in the Chineselanguage. Upon graduation he was sent toTaiwan to put his language skills to work.After eight years with the U.S. Air Force,he changed his career and joined the NationalSecurity Agency, where he was ableto continue developing and practicing hisChinese, once again in Taiwan. We, indeed,were honored to have Luther share hisknowledge with us.Before discussing Taiwan, however, ashort “small world” digression is in order.Luther first arrived in Taiwan in the early‘60s and was stationed at Shu Lin Kou AirStation. Interestingly, John Bauer, the OnTop of the World resident who spoke tothe club on Glacier National Park (March article),also was stationed at the same baseat the same time! (It truly is a small world,isn’t it?) They had great fun all night reminiscingabout “old times.”For those of you who are unfamiliar withTaiwan, it is a small island (245 miles longand 89 miles wide) located about 124 milesoff the southeastern coast of China. Thetopography of the island is characterizedby the contrast between the eastern twothirds,consisting mostly of rugged mountains,and the flat to gently rolling plainsin the west. The highest point on Taiwan is3,952 meters (about 12,920 feet)! In 1544,when the island was first “discovered” byWesterners (the Portuguese), they calledit “Ilha Formosa,” which means “BeautifulIsland.” It kept the name of Formosa untilafter World War II when it became knownas Taiwan.The recent political history of the islandhas been one of flux. In 1895, the Japanesegained control of the island as a spoil fromthe First Sino-Japanese War (1894-1895);however, with the defeat of Japan in WorldWar II, Taiwan was returned to China. Lutherpointed out that these 50 years of Japanesecontrol had a major influence on theculture that remains to this day, includingthe fact that many of the older Taiwan nativesstill speak Japanese as their primarylanguage. When Communist forces, led byChairman Mao, took control of China in1949, the president at the time, GeneralChiang Kai-shek, and his Nationalist Party,the Kuomintang, fled to Taiwan. The debatebetween the People’s Republic of China andthe Taiwanese on reunification has ragedever since, with the United States squarelyin the middle of the issue.Luther told us that he has seen remarkablechanges in Taiwan in the 40-plus yearssince he first set foot on the island. Heshowed us slides that illustrated the changefrom a largely agrarian-based society withlittle mechanization to the development ofmany highly urbanized cities. Transportation,for example, has progressed throughfoot-power, walking and bicycles, ox carts,scooters, cars, buses and on to public transportationon trains. Gone are the days of therickshaw and pedicab! Regardless, farmingstill is prevalent in the countryside, withmuch of it still being done with little mechanization.He also regaled us with stories ofthe “honey wagons” as most of the farmersstill use “night soil” as the primary sourceof fertilizer for their crops. Remember anearlier article in which this writer suggestednot eating raw foods while traveling? Hello?Taipei, the capital of Taiwan, is a largemetropolis that looks just like any other bigcity. It has its neighborhoods that still havenarrow streets and small, “Mom and Pop”shops (the old Chinatown look that immediatelycomes to mind) but it also has, amongother big businesses, the tallest building inthe world. For you engineers out there, theengineering on this building is state-of-thescienceand incredible. You see, it is builtin an area that overlies a geologic phenomenon,known as the “Ring of Fire,” whichmakes it one of the most active earthquakeareas in the world. Knowing this, the engineershad to design the building to withstandfrequent and severe earthquakes! Nosmall feat.It was a wonderful and entertaining evening.Luther did a great job in teaching usa little about Taiwan and recommended weall go there for a visit. Having been there afew years ago myself, I can agree with him!The May meeting will feature MerrillSmith as our speaker. Merrill has prepareda slide show illustrating a recent trip wherehe and his wife traveled by train from oneend of Canada to the other. This writer hasseen snippets of the presentation, and itwill be fantastic! Y’all come see it for yourselves— 6:30 p.m. on Monday, May 8! Indigo EastAllie GoreOur first annual Spring Fling, March 19,was great fun. Lots of smiles and laughter!I know that for certain because Jim and JanSmith recorded smiling participants on filmfor our future enjoyment. Laurie Broberg wasour maestro orchestrating a festive gathering.We committee members each “played”our parts. Judy Luallen hummed along usingflowers brought by neighbors to makeeach table centerpiece spring like. ShirleyCampbell and Wendy Goldhill swung to thetune by providing the necessary suppliesfor serving and eating. Harold Brouillardkept in step by making certain we had icefor our soft drinks. Bruce Stedman playedhis part by collecting the donations. A bigthanks to all neighbors who again broughtTheater GroupTerry ZarrellaIn April, the Theatre Group held nominationsfor the officers of the board. Byunanimous vote the following positionswere filled for our new season: DebbiePhillipson, president; Larry Resnick, vicepresident; Dottie Berkowitz, secretary; JoCiserano, treasurer; Glo Hutchings, correspondingsecretary; and Pat Benson will bepast president. We all wish them good luckand a season filled with great decisions.Debbie Phillipson will take over writingthe column for the Theatre Group. In thefall we will need other volunteers for variouspositions that need attention. Since ourcommunity is rapidly expanding, it is necessaryto fill you in on what our group does.The Theatre Group is looking for newmembers and new talent. This doesn’tmean people only as actors and actresses.There are a variety of positions needed forany performance in order to accomplish afinished production. For example, it takesmore than actors to put on a play. Listed isa sample of what it takes: set design, constructionof sets, wardrobe, props, makeup,ticket sales, ushers, prompter, publicityand a good director. You don’t have to be aprofessional; you just have to be dedicated,prompt and willing to enjoy yourself in themeantime.delicious finger foods and desserts andpitched in to help clean up. Lots of handsmade short work of that job. Thanks neighborsfor making our Spring Fling fun!Our Game Night, on April 5, took a greatturn when Wendy Goldhill suggested we eatbefore we play. We ordered pizza, broughtour own drinks, and had a great night ofgames. Mark your calendar for Game Nightsfor the rest of the year.We will meet monthly, the second Tuesdayand the fourth Thursday at 6 p.m. atour community center to eat and play. Thefirst game night in May is the 9th. You areinvited to join us. Since we will be doing theeat and play thing on a regular basis. RSVP’sare necessary. Bring your own soft drink, iceis provided. We share the cost of the food.RSVP to Wendy Goldhillw@aol.com or call854-9762. See you there!New neighbors, if you want to receive thenewsletter and be included in our directoryand on our events and activities e-mail listget your information to Roger Schwartz orMichael Ludvik (they are listed in the directoryyou were given at closing). The “welcome”letter (also given at closing) has allthe pertinent info to get you involved. Weare looking forward to meeting and gettingto know you. If you do not have e-mail youcan pick up the newsletter the last week ofthe month, at the Indigo East CommunityCenter.Please note I have a new e-mail address,indigo8062@earthlink.net.Until next time, remember to enjoy life,this is not a dress rehearsal. Having said all of the above, this givesme the opportunity to let you know thaton November 10 and 11 of this year we areplanning to put on a two-act play that waswritten by Joseph Bologna and his wife ReneTaylor. I, personally, have seen this comedydone locally several years ago and was thoroughlydelighted with its comic relief. It isa play that many can relate to and if youwant a good hearty laugh don’t miss “TheBermuda Avenue Triangle.”Marcia Miller will hold auditions at 2:30p.m. on May 10 in Suite D of the Arbor ConferenceCenter. The play calls for four womenand two men. Anyone interested pleaseshow up for auditions or call Marcia at 854-4947 for further information.If you wish to read a script and peruse itscontents and become familiar with its characterscall Marcia.After the parts have been filled, a readthroughwill be the same week and the followingweek three rehearsals will be requiredto familiarize yourself with the charactersin the script. There will be a two-monthbreak for the summer and rehearsals willresume in August on Mondays, Wednesdaysand Fridays. The week of the play’s performancerehearsals will be held everyday. It’shard work but very rewarding.If you feel you missed your calling as anactor this will be the perfect opportunityto expand your horizons, meet new peopleand enjoy yourself at the same time. Handicap EquipmentHandicap equipment isloaned free to On Top ofthe World residents duringtheir convalescent term—walkers, crutches, canes orwheelchairs.If residents would like to donateequipment, it would be most helpful.Call the Health & Recreation Departmentat 854-8707.

May 2006 The World News® 7Travel ToppersEileen K. VanderboschAccording to all reports, the King Tuttwo-day trip was a great success, with morethan a few comments about the butterflyexhibit. A full summary can be found elsewherein the paper. The Space Center tripwas also very successful. The singers anddancers on the 42nd Street event were fantasticand the tunes brought back memories.All recent, very good trips which pleasesus and those who went.Our recent dance was not as well attendedas others, but we did realize some fundsfrom it and a big thank you to all who participated.The winner of the door prize wasEdith Blackwell and she was very happy.We still have space on Epcot, Father’s DayRomance Dinner Cruise and the Sun CruiseGambling Cruise from Port Richey on Tuesday,May 23, $15. So check your brochureand call the coordinator listed to make yourreservations.We now have pylons in the parking lot tohelp with the parking, so please take noteof them.Some upcoming trips being considered forthe fall are: “Nunsene A Men” (that shouldbe a blast), mystery dinner theater, shoppingat Ellenton or St. Augustine, “Mame”for Thanksgiving, the Arabian Nights, ShowPalace at Christmas and maybe also in Decembera luau at Sea World.So you see, we are thinking ahead andworking very hard to keep bringing goodtrips at best prices even though some priceshave increased due to present circumstances.As I usually say, keep traveling with TravelToppers for the best trips. FREEAdmission& Parking!FREECoffee &Goodies!Prizes &Giveaways!“SeniorFriendly”LUNCHonly $5Next PublicationJune issue: Published on Thursday, June 1&Presents....3001 S.W. College Rd, Ocala, 34474(State Road 200-Across From Paddock Mall)LIVE Entertainment!featuring... 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Bees play an importantpart in Lily’s life in many ways.At age 14 Lily Owens leads a very sad andunhappy life. Her mother died when shewas four years old. Her father is a cruel andabusive man. He will not talk to her abouther mother. Lily has no use for her father.Her best friend is Rosaleen, the black womanwho is their housekeeper.A year before the story really begins Lilyhad discovered a small bag in the attic ofher home. It contained a few of her mother’sbelongings. Among these articles was asmall picture of Mary, the mother of Jesus.Mary’s skin was black. The picture had beenglued onto a sanded piece of wood and hadbeen varnished. On the back of the picturesomeone had written Tiburon, S.C. Lily hadplaced these articles in a tin box and buriedthe box in an orchard near her home. Tiburonwas a couple of hours drive from herhome. Lily promised herself that one dayshe would go to Tiburon to seek knowledgeabout her mother.In 1964 racism is still very strong in thearea where Lily lives. Rosaleen is bound anddetermined to register to vote. Lily decidesto accompany Rosaleen when she walks totown to accomplish this mission. This isjust the beginning of a long and difficultjourney for Rosaleen and Lily. This journeytakes them from their hometown of Sylvan,S.C., all the way to Tiburon, S.C., the townthat was identified on the back of the pictureof the Black Mary.It is here in Tiburon that Lily and Rosaleenare taken in by August Boatwright,a black, very successful beekeeper and hersisters June and May. For weeks these threesisters and their friends share a life of loveand understanding with Lily and Rosaleen—a life that Lily has never known.Sue Monk Kidd has a true gift of describingpersons, places and things. She tells apoignant and most interesting story.The first countywide reading campaign,“One Book/One Community,” ended inNovember 2005 with hundreds of peoplereading and discussing “The Secret Livesof Bees” by Sue Monk Kidd here in MarionCounty.This book was on the New York Timesbestseller list for more than 80 weeks andhas sold more than three million copies. “Senior Friendly”Exhibitors!with information onSenior Lifestyles,Health & Wellness,Senior Services,Travel & Attractions,Law & Finance & more!DIRECTIONS: 352-854-2322 TOLL FREE 1-888-670-0040 www.SrMagazine.comFran Castricone, Event Manager 727-595-5455 Kate Hart 352-208-4428Photo by Bob WoodsOn Top of the World residents get away with Travel Toppers during a trip tothe Fort Lauderdale area.Travel Toppers Visit King Tut,Packards and Butterfly WorldBY BOB WOODSSome On Top of the World residents recentlyhad the opportunity to visit a king …well, not the person per se, but some of hisbelongings. I’m referring to the treasures ofthe celebrated Egyptian Pharaoh Tutankhamen,popularly known as King Tut. Wesaw more than 50 artifacts from his realm,which was discovered in 1922.The treasures were displayed at the Museumof Art in Fort Lauderdale along withadditional artifacts from the Valley of theKings tombs. The exhibit totaled more than130 priceless treasures discovered fromKing Tut’s tomb along with the tombs of hisancestors. All the relics are between 3,300and 3,500 years old with the graves datingback to the 18th dynasty (1555 B.C.-1305B.C.).The exhibit was something to see. FortLauderdale is the last stop for the exhibittouring the United States, being sponsoredin part by National Geographic. When itleaves our state it will be returned to Egypt,never to return again. Some of the interestingartifacts displayed were King Tut’s goldcrown, his breast or neck plate, a beautifulgold dagger along with its gold sheaf, andsome beautiful wooden coffinettes inlaidwith gold that contained King Tut’s mummifiedinternal organs.The trip to Fort Lauderdale was an overnightersponsored by our own Travel Toppersstopping first at Antique Car Museumin Fort Lauderdale where an extensive exhibitof antique Packards is displayed. Themuseum was established privately as a nonprofitfoundation to ensure the preservationand history of the Packard Motor Company.Remember the Packard automobiles and vehicles?The museum has a large collectionof the Packard dating from a 1909 roadsterto a 1947 pick-up. The museum also has alarge collection of memorabilia of PresidentDriver Safety ProgramMay 1 and 2June 5 and 6MR3 • 8 a.m. to noon$10 per person to registerCall Bob, 854-4859, or Sherry, 873-4488Photo by Bob WoodsBev Woods finds a new friend atButterfly World on a recent TravelToppers trip.Franklin D. Roosevelt. The Packard MotorCompany ceased operations in 1957, justto refresh your memory.Completing the first day on the overnighterwas a narrated cruise on the inlandwaterway and the New River, which traversedright through the city’s center. It wason our way to a restaurant that served us allunlimited barbecue spare ribs, chicken andshrimp along with the trimmings, which includedfantastic baked beans. A short varietyshow followed dinner.The next day saw the tour heading towardOcala after first stopping at the ButterflyWorld in Coconut Creek, just north ofFort Lauderdale. This is stated as being thelargest butterfly house in the United States.Besides butterflies, the facility also hasmany enclosed screened aviary structureshousing hummingbirds and exotic birds.The complex encompasses three acres ofbeautiful grounds and exhibits, a highlyrecommended stop for those traveling theFlorida Turnpike or Interstate 95 south toFort Lauderdale or further southern destinations.Completing the two-day trip was a stopat the Festival Market Place. It is an enclosedflea market that has more than 800vendors, located just a few blocks from ButterflyWorld. 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8 The World News® May 2006RECREATION CENTER FITNESS SCHEDULERECREATION CENTER FITNESS SCHEDULETime Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday7:1520 MinAerobics RoomOxyciseVideoOxyciseVideoOxyciseVideoOxyciseVideoOxyciseVideo8:0060 MinAerobics RoomCardio Burn & FirmTraciCondition andStretchFusionTraciCardio Burn & FirmTraciCondition andStretch FusionTraciCardio Burn & FirmTraciFitnessHappeningsAdela AndersonVariety keeps your fitness programsfresh and it is also what keeps you challengedto continue exercising and comingback for more.This is the time of the year when youshould check your options. Why not explorewater as another venue to get fit? Justthink, you can gain cardiovascular fitness,strength, balance, coordination and flexibilityby integrating water activities to your exerciseroutines. If you have stayed inactivethroughout the winter months, this is theperfect time of the year to get out. Take advantageof Florida’s great weather and havefun by engaging in outdoor activities, waterwalking or aquatic fitness. It is the time toput some spice in your fitness programs.Introduction To Water WalkingAre you ready to discover the power ofwater walking? Learn different ways to waterwalk using the resistance of the waterand learn how to get the best out of yourworkout. Bring your water shoes and meetus at the Arbor Club outdoor pool on Tuesday,May 16, at 3 p.m. for a free class. Let uswalk for the health of it!10,000 Steps At SholomOur last walk until fall at the Park willbe on Monday, May 22. This program willbe transferred to the water for the summermonths. We will be using the ArborClub walking pool at 4 p.m. on the secondand fourth Mondays in June, July, Augustand part of September. We will resume ourwalks at Sholom in the latter part of September.PickleballNew Pickleball hours: Wednesdays,Thursdays and Sundays at 6:30 p.m. Playersmeet at the Health & Recreation Pickleballcourts. For more information, call Luke at291-8625.Free pickleball lessons are available onthe third Saturday of the month. Please callBill at 854-2751 for an appointment.RacquetballRacquetball has become a very populargame among our residents and the courtshave been in great demand. There has beenestablished a fee of $7.50 per day for guestswho want to play racquetball with a resident.This fee applies to “guests” only andwill entitle visitors the use of the racquetballcourts, the gym and all of the facilitiesthat come with it.Lost And FoundHave you misplaced something and youhave not found it yet? The H&R gym willhave a box available from May 8 to 12 forthose lost belongings. Some of the itemsinclude: jackets, towels, hats, prescriptionglasses, keys, sunglasses and custom jewelry.If you do not claim your articles duringthat week, they will be donated to charity.Questions?If you have any questions regarding fitness,please do not hesitate to contact Adelaat 854-8707. Let us continue exercisingand taking care of our health! 9:0060 MinAerobics Room10:15Aerobics Room10:3040 MinBallroom10:3040 MinAerobicsRoom11:3035 MinAerobics Room12:00Gym12:1520 Min.AerobicsRoom6:1520 MinAerobics RoomSaturday12:15 Oxycise(20 Min.)Aerobics Room10:00 – 11:00 a.mYoga ClassSholom GardensDec 3, Jan 7,Feb. 4, Mar. 4,Adela10,000 Steps atSholom Park2 nd & 4 th Mon.Dec, Jan, Feb,Mar.4:00 p.m.Train Your Body to be FunctionalBY ADELA ANDERSONCardio Step & SculptTraciPowerAerobicsKittiBeginnersAerobicsTraciSit & Be FitKittiCybexOrientationAdelaOxyciseVideoOxyciseVideoThe word “Functional Fitness” has becomeone of the most used phrases in gymsthese days, but what does it mean? Functionalfitness is achieved when the body istrained to handle real-life situations. Manyof us do not need to train to be part of theTour de France but we need to be able towalk up stairs, get up and down from thefloor and be able to perform daily living activitiesfor the rest of our lives.You work out regularly and think you arestrong, but when your family came to visityou last winter, you lifted your 3-year-oldgrandchild out of the car seat and threwyour back out. You might be toned andtight but need to focus on building yourbody with exercises that will provide corestrength and conditioning to help you indaily tasks.The heart is the most important muscleof the body, but how about the legs? If youdo not have strength in your legs, you willnot be able to move, walk to strengthenyour cardiovascular system or live independently.You use the leg-press machine tostrengthen your legs and are able to press300 pounds, but when you are asked to doa one-legged squat, you do not have theAdvancedTai-Chi*ShannonBeginnersTai-Chi*ShannonOxyciseVideoOxyciseVideoCardio Step & SculptTraciPowerAerobicsKittiBeginnersAerobicsTraciSit & Be FitKittiOxyciseVideoOxyciseVideostability or the balance. As you can gather,strength in your legs is important but it isalso essential to work on body weight controland balance.Functional fitness exercises involve usingseveral muscle groups at once. This is howour body functions in everyday life. It isimportant to include exercises that engageseveral joints in one movement becausethis is how you body works every day.Integrate the fitness ball, core exercises,Pilates, yoga, tai chi, water exercises andfree weights to your regular gym routine.Real life takes place in three planes. Mostmachines work muscles in one plane. Integratemultidirectional and multiplanemovements. This will prepare you to thetrue daily demands and will reduce yourchance of injury.These are a few exercises that will helpstrengthen your body to live an independentlifestyle:• THE SQUAT: This exercise simulates reallife movements such as bending over topick something up, leaning forward to lifta heavy object, or sitting down and gettingup from a chair.• LUNGES: This exercise is a good exampleof an exercise that improves functional fitnessbecause it helps get the body ready forAdvancedTai-Chi*ShannonBeginnersTai-Chi*ShannonOxyciseVideoOxyciseVideoCardio Step & SculptTraciPowerAerobicsKittiBeginnersAerobicsTraciSit & Be FitKittiCybexOrientationAdelaOxyciseVideoOxycise: Deep breathing and stretches. Seated and Floor exercises. Mat required.Cardio, Burn & Firm: Warm-up, low impact aerobics, strengthening and stretchingExercises. Mat required.Condition & Stretch Fusion: Warm-up, strengthening and stretching exercises MatRequired.Cardio, Step & Sculpt: Warm-up, basic routines using step, strength training andAbdominal work. Mat and step required.Beginner Aerobics: Warm-up, simple aerobic choreography, strength training andStretching. No floor work.Intermediate Aerobics: Warm-up, cardiovascular work with fun choreography, strength training and stretching.No floor work.Tai Chi: A Chinese exercise form that involves fluid & relaxing movements that utilize the entire body.Aqua Yoga: The flowing movements of yoga will help your balance. flexibility, strength and promoteRelaxation. (Spring & Summer Months)Sit & Be Fit: Seated cardio and strength training work using resistive bands and weights.Cybex Gym Equip. Orientation: Learn how to use and adjust the machines correctly.One-on-One Personal Training: Fee based instruction with certified instructor.*Asterisk denotes a fee Based class. See instructor for information.many daily moves. Lunges enhance agilityand balance. If you have knee problems,skip the exercise or do not lower your bodyquite as far.• STEPUPS: This exercise will help youcarry out many tasks that require legstrength.• BENCH PRESS: This exercise will help developstrength in the chest area. The strengthin the upper body is needed for pushing,as in pushing a lawn mower or a stroller,lifting and pulling your body upward, as inclimbing a ladder. Chest strength enhancesgood posture.• ABDOMINAL CURL UPS: When the abdominalregion is strong, it will help take someof the workload off the lower back. Strongabdominals help support the lower back,stabilize your body and protect your backfrom injury. They also help keep your postureerect.• WATER EXERCISES: Every submergedmovement encounters resistance. Water isan excellent environment to strengthen thecore, legs and arms.Please feel free to contact me if you needorientation or tips on how to start integratingsome functional exercises to your routine.We all need to start working out forreal life functions! DiabetesSupport GroupLennie Rodoff We continue to have interesting discussionsat our monthly meetings. One of ournewest members brought new ideas andgreat enthusiasm to the meeting, whichturned out to be quite lively. As always, weencourage members to discuss their situationsand share ideas to combat this disease.Our last meeting for the season will beMay 23, at 4 p.m., in Suite D of the ArborConference Center. We hope to exchangeideas to help us survive trips, family reunions,and other wonderful things goingon this summer. We will meet again on September26.If you have any questions, please call meat 291-7508.Have a wonderful, happy, safe andhealthy summer!

May 2006 The World News® 9Health &FitnessTraci RiveraExercise in the Summer HeatAlthough it sure feels like summer outthere, it is not summer here officially untilJune and the temperature is just going torise and rise. If you are outside quite oftenthroughout the day, then you know thatwhen that sun is beating down, you appreciateair conditioning.When exercising outside you must protectyourself from so many things. For example,if you are going for a run outside,about 15 minutes into your run, your bodytemperature goes as high as 5 degrees aboveyour normal temperature. To help you stayin control during the hot summer months,here are a few helpful tips:• Stay hydrated.• Reduce your exercise intensity whenoutside.• Pay attention to the heat index.• It takes seven to 14 days to become acclimatedto repeated exposure to the heat.•Wear light weight, loose fitting, light incolor clothing.• Get plenty of restHere are a few helpful tips while you areoutside this summer that I got from www.acefitness.org/fitfacts. Please take care ofyourself inside and out. Remember stay hydratedand protect your skin as well. Have awonderful summer.Heat sensation risk of heat injury• 90°-105°: Possibility of heat cramps• 105°-130°: Heat cramps or heat exhaustionlikely. Heat stroke possible.• 130°+: Heat stroke a definite riskHydration hints• Drink one to two cups of fluid at leastone hour before the start of exercise.• Drink eight ounces of fluid 20 to 30minutes prior to exercising.• Drink four to eight ounces of fluid every10 to 15 minutes or so during exercise.• Drink an additional eight ounces of fluidwithin 30 minutes after exercising.• Drink two cups of fluid for every poundof body weight lost after exercise.• Both caffeine and alcohol can have a diureticeffect, so be sure to compensate forthis additional water loss.Sunscreen Facts• Wear sunscreen every day if you willbe outside for more than 20 minutes, evenwhen it’s cloudy.• Sunscreen should be applied 15 to 30minutes before going outdoors, and reappliedevery two hours or after swimming orsweating.• Don’t skimp: One ounce—enough tofill a shot glass—is considered the amountneeded to properly cover exposed skin.• Limit your exposure to sunlight from10 a.m. to 4 p.m. during Daylight SavingsTime (9 a.m. to 3 p.m. during StandardTime) when the sun’s rays are the strongestand most harmful.• When choosing a sunscreen, look forone with an SPF of 15 or higher that providesbroad-spectrum coverage against allultraviolet light wavelengths.• Throw out old bottles of sunscreen,which can lose strength after three years.Source: American Academy of DermatologyWhat SPF Do You Need?Follow these steps to calculate which SPFyou should look for in a sunscreen:1. Determine how many minutes yourbare skin can be exposed to the sun beforeit burns.2. Divide that number of minutes intothe total number of minutes you want toremain in the sun.3. The result is the SPF you should lookfor in a sunscreen. For example, if your unprotectedskin burns in 10 minutes, and youplan on being in the sun for three hours,you would need a sunscreen with an SPF ofat least 18 (180 minutes divided by 10 minutes).LifeSouth BloodmobileReturns Monday, May 1BY DIANA MORGANThank you! The donors of all On Top ofthe World communities responded great tothe March blood drive.LifeSouth Bloodmobile returns to the OnTop of the World Health & Recreation parkinglot on Monday, May 1, from 8 a.m. to 4p.m. Your photo ID is required. Along withyour T-shirt, you will receive a free cholesterolscreening.How can you “be twice as nice when yousave a life”? Ask the technician on board totell you about double red cells, or you cancall 622-3544 or visit www.lifesouth.org forinformation. ARBOR CLUB FITNESS & AQUATIC SCHEDULEARBOR CLUB FITNESS & AQUATIC SCHEDULETime Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday8:15 a.m.Specialty Class*Indoor Pool8:30 a.m.Arbor ClubFitness Room9:15 a.m.Specialty Class*Indoor Pool10:15 a.m.Specialty Class*Fitness Room10:30 a.m.Specialty Class*Ballroom10:30 a.m.Specialty Class*Fitness RoomOutdoor Pool11:45 a.m.Arbor ClubWalking Pool11:45 a.m.Arbor ClubFitness Room1:30-2:15 p.m.Specialty Class*Indoor Pool4:00 p.m.Arbor ClubWalking Pool2 nd & 4 thMondays of theMonthSaturdayOpenSwimSundayOpenSwimKitti’sCornerKitti SurretteAqua & FitnessOrientationAdelaPlease call forappt.854-8707Deep WaterAquacise*AdelaBeginner Yoga*AdelaShallow WaterExercises*Adela10,000 Steps(Free)Dehydration—Heat Stroke—ExerciseSummer is just around the corner wherewe’ll be having plenty of sweltering dayshere in sunny Ocala. Continued hot weathermeans ongoing risk of dangerous heat-relatedillnesses like dehydration and heatstroke.Water is essential to life. On average, halfor more of an adult’s body weight is madeup of water. It’s important for all of us todrink enough water to keep our body fluidsin balance and help our bodies maintainproper temperature. Otherwise, we run therisk of dehydration.So, what exactly is dehydration? TheCenters for Disease Control and Preventionsay it is a condition in which water or fluidloss far exceeds fluid intake. The body becomesless able to maintain adequate bloodpressure, deliver sufficient oxygen and nutrientsto the cells, and rid itself of wastes.Symptoms of dehydration include: thirst,fatigue and weakness. Dehydration caneven be fatal if we don’t pay attention tothe symptoms.What do you think of this: as we get older,our body’s ability to conserve water isreduced. This means our bodies lose morewater than we take in. So by the time youstart to feel thirsty, your body has alreadylost fluids.What times are more critical? Three suchtimes are: during hot weather, during humidweather, and when we exercise. The NationalCenter for Environmental Health saysthat during hot weather, we need to drinkmore liquid than our thirst indicates especiallyif we’re over 65 years of age. PleaseAquacise*Shallow waterAdelaTotal Core &Body Strength*AdelaLatin/Cardio*TraciHatha Yoga*AdelaArthritis Aquatic*ClassAdelaArthritis*Foundation Ex.ProgramAdelaDeep WaterAquacise*AdelaBeginner MatPilates*AdelaShallow WaterExercises*AdelaAquacise*Shallow waterAdelaTotal Core & BodyStrength*AdelaLatin/Cardio*TraciHatha Yoga*AdelaArthritis Aquatic*ClassAdelaArthritis*Foundation ExerciseProgramAdelaDeep WaterAquacise*AdelaShallow WaterExercises*AdelaShallow Water & Aquacise: Warm-up, cardio, strength training using equipment and stretching.Deep Water Exercises: Warm-up, no impact aerobics, strength training using equipment and stretching.Total Core & Body Strength: Warm-up and total body resistance training using free weights and variedequipment.“Hatha Yoga” Consists of Yoga postures combined with breathing. This class will increase strength andflexibility. Mat required.Pilates: Mat exercises using Joseph Pilates fundamentals. This class will train the core and back muscles.Latin Cardio: A mixture of Aerobic dancing that includes: Cha-Cha-Cha, Salsa, Meringue & SambaArthritis Aquatic Class: Specialized aquatic class for individuals with arthritis. Exercises will increase jointrange of motion and flexibility. May - SeptemberArthritis Class: Specialized indoor class for individuals with arthritis. Exercises help individuals increasetheir joint flexibility and range of motion. September - MayWater Walking: Part of the 10,000 Steps program. Learn how to use the water resistance to make aquaticwalking more effective. May - SeptemberOne-on-One Personal Training in the Water: Fee based instruction with a certified trainer.*Asterisk denotes a fee-based class. See instructor for information.note; if your doctor has prescribed a fluidrestricteddiet or diuretics for you, ask howmuch you should drink. The reason seniorsare more at risk of dehydration is becausewe have a decreased ability to respond toexternal temperature changes.The American Council on Exercise recommendsdrinking 6 to 8 ounces of fluid forevery 15 to 20 minutes of exercise. Watercan be one of the best fluids to drink. Butyou can drink too much water called waterintoxication. It happens when only fluidsare replaced during long periods of exerciseand sodium levels in the blood drop. Wateris not the only way you can get fluids; however,alcoholic and caffeine-containing beveragestend to have a diuretic effect. Theycause the body to lose water, so these arenot as helpful against dehydration (sorry).Starting with your next class please haveyour water with you. I know you’re saying,“but it’s air-conditioned.” Believe me, evenin air-conditioned rooms you can get dehydrateddue to perspiration. We work hard!What about heat stroke? Continued hotweather means ongoing risk of heat exhaustionand heat stroke. The biggest misperceptionsabout heat stroke are that it occursmostly in people who are out of shapeor those who are exercising outside for longperiods of time. Wrong. Heat stroke happenseven to professional athletes (recallthe devastating heat-related death of NFLplayer Korey Stringer). Research shows that40 percent of heat stroke cases occur duringbrief workouts.During very hot weather, it’s importantto be aware of the signs of a heat stroke.According to the American Red Cross, heated-relatedillnesses come in stages. At first,you may experience muscle cramps. Symptomsafter that can include moist pale skin,headache, dizziness, and nausea.According to the National Center for EnvironmentHealth, several factors affect thebody’s ability to cool itself during extremelyhot weather. When the humidity is high,sweat will not evaporate as quickly, whichprevents the body from releasing heatquickly. Other conditions that can limitthe ability to regulate temperature includebeing older in age, overweight, fever, dehydration,heart disease, poor circulation,sunburn, and drug and alcohol use. Takingbreaks from activity and drinking enoughfluids can help ward off problems.It’s important to watch for signs of heatrelatedillnesses while we exercise in warmerweather. Warmer weather seems to inspiremany to do more outdoor activity; gardening,tennis, pickleball, golf, so it’s essentialthat we take a few precautions first.Here are a few things to do:• Take a cool shower or bath.• Stay indoors with air conditioning orgo to a mall to cool your body.• Limit outdoor activity to morning orevening hours.• Try to rest often in shady areas.• Never leave anyone in a closed parkedvehicle with the motor turned off.Here are some other simple guidelinesduring your exercising:• “Pre-hydrate” your body by drinking apint of fluid 15 to 30 minutes before exercising,especially outdoors.• If you are exercising for a long stretchof time, drink a half-pint to a pint of fluidevery half hour.• While taking a class at the gym, makesure, during class, you take a moment tograb a drink of water, remember, if you feelthirsty, you’re already dehydrated.I will be asking who brought their waterto class. I started the Kat Club with the Sitand Be Fit class. Want to join? 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10 The World News® May 2006Tennis AssociationH&R Courts ScheduleSaturday & Monday 8-noon: Mixed DoublesTuesday & Thursday 8-noon: Men’s DoublesAll Resident Tennis Players Welcome.Arbor ClubTennisJorge PrivatThe month of May is tennis month, socome out and celebrate the sport now thatthe warm weather is welcoming play acrossthe country. This is a great time to introduceyour friends to tennis, so they too canenjoy the many social and health benefitsof the sport.Tennis Tip of the MonthNo matter what your age or ability level,if you decided to have your presenceknown on the tennis court, you need a littlebit of knowledge about nutrition and hydration,weight training and stretching, sunand heat protection, injury prevention andcross training.In my estimation, performing well in tennisrequires three things: mental ability,physical fitness and technical skills. Thesein turn require significant amounts of energy.For strong and consistent performance,players need to eat right and stay properlyhydrated. Neglecting to drink enough fluidsduring and after a match, and payingno attention to timing and substance of prematch meals is the fastest way for a playerto become dehydrated and fatigued andtherefore, lose his or her competitive edge.When it comes to nutrition, you shouldalways consult with a doctor, a registeredor licensed dietitian or a sports nutritionistif you are trying to start, change, or designa diet. For tennis, a diet rich in complex carbohydratesis usually good, such as pasta,rice, breads, fruits and vegetables, potatoesand corn. They represent fuel for the musclesand should make up approximately 60percent of the diet. The diet should also include25 percent to 30 percent fat, and 10percent to 15 percent protein.For most players 2500 calories a day isrecommended; some may require more.Your energy needs will vary according tothe amount of play and competition.Try not to eat a full meal too close tomatch time. This should be done at leasttwo hours before play. Good energy sourcesbefore a match are complex carbohydrates,which can be digested quickly and with theleast stomach discomfort. Foods loadedwith protein and fat should be avoided.Within an hour from play complex carbswith moderate fiber and lower in fat wouldbe the best choice, such as fruit and bagels,and with moderate amounts of salt, likepretzels or saltine crackers.Page Love, a registered dietitian, says followingintense competition, players can affordto consume foods higher in calories,protein and fat than their pre-match meals.Exhausting play may cause muscle tissuebreakdown, which would need a recoverymeal within two to four hours after play,and she recommends a meal with high carbohydratewith lean protein, such as pastawith lean ground meat, bread, side saladand several cups of fluid.Dehydration can be a tennis player’sworst enemy if not addressed quickly, causingfatigue and loss of speed, power andstrength. So, consumption of fluids before,during and after play is very important inorder to keep your body properly energized.For every pound of body weight loss, drinkingat least three cups of water is recommendedduring training. It would not be abad idea to weigh yourself before and aftermatch play to determine body weight loss.Also, prior to match play, limit caffeine beveragessuch as coffee, tea or soda, and milkbased products. When competing in hightemperatures, four to eight ounces of fluidis recommended during changeovers, whichcan be increased to 12 ounces, says Love.And after the match, start replenishingelectrolytes and carbohydrates immediately.If you are going to be playing again soon,you may help yourself with sports beveragesor high carbohydrate drinks, to helpyour body recover more quickly. Love saysif you have a tendency to sweat profusely,consider adding table salt to your food ordrinks before and after play, to replenishsodium, in order to prevent muscle crampingand heat exhaustion.I pass this on to you all from Peter Paige:“The On Top of the World Tennis Teamcaptained by Peter Paige wishes to reporta season of great fun, and camaraderie andare looking forward to playing in this fall’sleague.“The Arbor Tennis Club’s new social committee,consisting of Cynthia Paige, NormaHiggins, Lucy Davis, Joan Butson, RosemarieHueber and chairman Peter Paige, hada very successful first annual party at theGolden Corral in February, celebrating Valentine’sDay. Our second party was held atthe Arbor Conference Center. The themehad to do with the “Wearing of the Green”for St, Patrick’s Day. More than 50 of ourtennis members enjoyed the festivities, andare looking forward to upcoming events.”Stan Magen asked to include in this columna request from Interface EmergencyServices, a charitable organization. It reads:“Dear Friends: your donation of tennissneakers (don’t have to be new) would begreatly appreciated by Interfaith EmergencyServices. It is friends like you who makeit possible for us to help those in MarionCounty who are less fortunate than ourselves.Thank you for your unselfish loveand support and for making a difference inthe lives of others. Sincerely, Gary Linn, ExecutiveDirector”Any donations should be directed to Stanwho will be happy to collect them fromyou.Finally, Joyce Perkins reports the resultsof the matches played against Spruce Creekon Monday, April 10, as follows: Mary Sandsand Clare Globis defeated Joyce Perkins andBeverly Maiorino 6-4, 7-6 (7-3)Ray Jask and Larry Waitrovich defeatedDick Dzik and Don Firkins 6-3, 7-5Maria Fried and Peter Paige defeatedNancy Anderson and Joe Russo 6-4, 6-4Dick Marshall and Ross Clark defeatedDavid Shapiro and Ken CoxWe topped off the day with strawberriesand cookies, and it’s always fun to play withour friends from Spruce Creek. Outdoor Water Exercises are BackDolores and Bill Caruso and a swimmer enjoy Florida swimming.Come join the fun!Outdoor water exercises at the Health & Recreation PoolBeginning May 311 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and FridaysWelcome to all residents and houseguestsFor information, call Bunny 873-8009 or Elaine 861-6122Lions ClubDianne LovelyOn Top Of The World Lions Club wouldlike to welcome new member Fred Lang.The King and Queen of the Senior SeniorProm are Wayne Smith and Jewel Hafer.Congratulations to them both.The Lions Club had a very interestingQuality Painting of Ocala425-5788Licensed & InsuredWallDry • Carpentry • Trim Custom • • ServicesHandyman •RepairsRemovalWallpaper• Wallpaper Removal • Handyman Services • Custom Trim•• Carpentry • Dry RepairsWallQuality at Its Bestspeaker and video by Dr. Ravi Sandrapaty,a board certified radiation oncologist herein Ocala. The talk was very informative toall of us.The On Top Of The World Lions Club willhold its annual Memorial Day Services onMonday, May 29, at 9 a.m. at the Flag Pole.This year’s program will include the HonorGuard of the Marine Corps League.The main speaker will be Bob Woods, aresident of On Top of the World who had anextensive Navy career traveling the globe asa naval photojournalist.The invocation and benediction will bepresented this year by Rabbi Samuel DovBerman of the Temple Beth Shalom ofOcala. Once again the program will havethe Sunshine Singers under the direction ofDick Rohde.The soloist this year will be Joan Stenson.Ken Colen, president of On Top of theWorld, will present the memorial wreath.We hope you all can join us on this specialday.If you would like to join the Lions Clubcall Estelle Clark, membership chairman. Ask for Tony

12 The World News® May 2006Native PlantClubRon Broman“No references in classic literature.”Whatdaya mean no references in classicliterature? There have to be! Every word thatstarts out aes--- has to have a beginning inclassic Greek or Roman literature. Right?Aesculus has to have its roots somewherebesides our back yard.Each time I “take pencil in hand” (I stilldo it the old fashioned way), to write thiscolumn, I’m looking for a punch line, somecatchy way to begin the tale, for at least tworeasons. I want you to get hooked into readingthe piece, and to have some way to rememberthe plant that’s being featured.This time is no exception. Red Buckeyeis still blooming out back and all over theslopes, bottom lands, ravines and hammocksof Marion County. It will be for anothercouple of weeks or so.It’s beautiful! At least we think so. Wewait all through the seasons of love bugs,hurricanes, holiday stress, dead brown frozenlawn, love bugs again, and more browngrass just to behold again these fireworksof April!Firecracker plant, Red Buckeye, Aesculuspavia, they’re all the same. It’s just that forall my searching I can’t find out where thename Aesculus came from. Maybe you canhelp. Some call it a shrub, some a small tree,but it’s “the only north Florida species withpalmately compound leaves with five leaflets.”(1)I bet you didn’t know that, or if youdid, I bet you wouldn’t say so out loud.NatureAround UsMarion-Alice BurkeIf any of you folks out there are planningto take a trip to any of 30 dark, damp cavesof two national parks in central California,namely The Sequoia and Kings Canyon,you’d better stop and read about this: Biologistsdiscovered at least 27 new species,including spiders, centipedes and scorpion-likethingies during a three-year study.Many of these little creatures live only incaves, and some only in one particular cave.The detrimental effect of their bites/stingshave not as yet been determined.I think I can wait until further studieshave been made in that regard, before I gocamping out there, as much as I admirebugs.A while ago, Science Magazine reportedthat scientists from Columbia Universityand the University of Illinois found that thegiant iron ball at the center of Earth seemsto be spinning a little faster than the rest ofthe planet. The solid core, measuring about1500 miles in diameter, is spinning aboutone-quarter to one-half degree faster peryear than the rest of the world. This spingenerates the magnetic field that protectsthe planet from solar blasts and its involvementin volcanoes and earthquakes. Thisnews, along with recent hurricane projections,appears to be telling us all something!What do you think?On the brighter side, the rare ivory-billedwoodpecker has been definitely declaredpresent in an eastern Arkansas swamp. Severalrecordings of sounds prove that therecould be more than one ivorybill in the area.The Cornell University played tapes for thefirst time at the American OrnithologistsUnion meeting in Santa Barbara, Calif., lastAugust to prove their information. TheyDecals IssuedFridays, 10 a.m. to noonArbor Club • Fountain CircleBring your car, ID card,auto registration andpieces of old decal.If it is raining, try another Friday.Some folks say it’s in the hippocastanaceae(Buckeye) family, while others are sureit’s in the sapindaceae (soapberry) family.I have trouble pronouncing either familyand don’t know why the fuss; but we wouldall agree that it’s great for attracting hummingbirdsof the Ruby Throated variety.Now what about the pavia in Aesculuspavia? It should be easy enough to find itslinguistic roots. There’s a region in northernItaly called Pavia and even a Universityof Pavia, founded in 1361, one of the oldestin Europe. Could that have been its place ofnaming?Or perhaps it’s related to the French word“pavilion,” referring to the way its leaves resemblea tent or butterfly wings. I’ll leavethat for you to discover.Red Buckeye is usually a single stemmed,rather open shrub, growing to about 15to 20 feet in captivity. It flowers in aboutthree years with those 4 to 8 inch spikes ofshowy, scarlet floral tubes that say to theRuby Throat, “Come get me.”Its foliage drops naturally in late summerwith no great color fanfare, leaving 1- to 2-inch brown, egg-shaped, seed-holding fruitfor the critters to enjoy.This critter won’t be enjoying those seeds,however. They’re bitter (so we’re told) andpoisonous for humans to consume.“Firecracker plant” is easy to grow in fairlymoist soil and filtered sunlight to shade.It’s a “good accent plant for large shadedareas [and] works well as an understoryshrub or at the front edge of a woodedarea.” (2)It can stand brief flooding, but is not verydrought tolerant.Aesculus pavia (I sure do like the soundof it) is underutilized in the landscape, perhapsbecause it’s not readily available inyour every day plant nursery. Guess what!That’s where we come in.Remember the three-legged stool of economics:supply, demand and education.You’ve just received a dose of education.Now, if we expect to have an acceptablesupply, we all need to — say it politely, often,softly, but with meaning — demand!In the meantime call me at 861-4560, ifyou have a spot for Red Buckeye to sink itsroots. I’ll give you the telephone numberand address of some native nurseries thatmay have them in stock.heard a series of nasal sounds that the ivorybillsmake and an exchange of double-rapsounds between two birds. Those soundsmatch recordings made of ivorybills in the1930s in Louisiana.Hibernation could help humans besidesmany animals, researchers feel. They thinkit’s possible to put living organs or wholepatients into a state similar to that in mammalsduring hibernation. The reduced metabolismthe animals reach, called torpor,would help a transplant patient, traumasurvivor or surgical patient. Hibernatingground squirrels cool down a lot, but hibernatingbears cool down relatively little.This same genetic ability exists in humanstoo, but is latent; and we have to figure outways to make people go into that state ofhibernation and return. This informationwould help to stoke up the metabolism of adonated organ that’s been in long-term coldstorage, researchers believe.Evolutionary geneticists at the Universityof Colorado School of Medicine are workingon these studies, as they believe such an advancewould really revolutionize transplantmedicine.According to the University of Florida,one of the most menacing newcomer bugsto hit our lovely state is the lobate lac scale(Paratachardina lobata), which is a pinheadsizedinsect native to India and Sri Lanka.“It damages more than 300 types of woodyplants, including native species, such aswax-myrtle, cocoplum, red bay, wild-coffeeand strangler fig as well as commercial fruittrees, such as mango, lychee and star fruit,”reported Forrest Howard, an associate professorof entomology with UF’s Institute ofFood and Agricultural Sciences. Your localExtension service office can give you adviceif you find it and want to get rid of thisscale.Did you know that the average person inthe U.S. eats more than 90 pounds of freshand processed tomatoes a year? How manyof you folks enjoy ketchup, pizza, pasta,soups or salads, and what is a major ingredientin those items? Why, the lycopenerichcarotenoid we know as a TOMATO, ofcourse! The redder the tomato, the higherthe lycopene content. 85 percent of ourdaily lycopene comes from tomatoes, andother good sources include pink grapefruit,watermelon and rosehips.Landscape DebrisCurbside Pickup ScheduleMondayAmericana VillageFriendship VillageFriendship ParkTuesday/WednesdayFriendship ColonyThursdayWilliamsburgProvidence 1 & 2FridayCrescent Ridge 1 & 2AvalonThe Long Leaf Pine Trail will soon havenew signs. Watch for them!Have you noticed the new growth on the94th Street Circle? It’s really spring!Joan and Al Lippman of the Citrus NativePlant Society presented the April 12 programfor our On Top of the World NativePlant Club.“In order to spot the birds it’s importantto know the plants they depend on,” theyhave been heard to say. That sounded likea sensible reason to become involved withnative plants. Joan gave a PowerPoint presentationand discussed many natives withwhich they are very familiar. In fact, Al hadtaken the pictures.Plants need to be planted on a site thatmatches the habitat in which they grow naturally.That also made sense; but often it’snot done.They left us with this almost-quote fromsomeone. “The typical landscape of todaywill be viewed as museum piece in the nottoo distant future, a monument to ourwastefulness.”Our next meeting of the On Top of theWorld Native Plant Club will be Wednesday,May 10, in Suite H of the Arbor ConferenceCenter at 1:45 p.m.The program will be presented by Millard“Bill” and Carol Davis. Carol and Bill areboth Master Gardeners. Carol is a botanistand Bill an entomologist.Bill is a psychology graduate of MiddleburyCollege, entomology from CornellUniversity and environmental communicationfrom the University of Wisconsin. He’swritten two books, “The Near Woods” and“Natural Pathways of New Jersey.”Carol is an honors graduate in comparativeliterature from Smith College. She’sworked as a botanist and shop manager atBowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve in Pennsylvania.Between them, they have nine childrenand 17 grandchildren. They both have hadarticles in magazines and the Star-Banner.As you can tell, they’re busy, involved folks.We’re fortunate they will be sharing theirinsights and knowledge with us, where we’llfind out more reasons to Grow Native.(1) The Trees of Florida by Gil Nelson, PineapplePress, Inc., Sarasota, Florida 1994(2) Google: Aesculus pavia —Grow NativeAfricanized Bees swarm throughoutFlorida this time of year. They are excitable,defensive, swarm and have an abilityto nest in a wide range of sites. If any bee orwasp starts to attack you, do not, repeat donot, swat at them. Run away covering yourface and go for cover. Florida’s beekeepingindustry is vital to our agriculture, asbees pollinate vegetables, fruits and nuts aswell as supply us with honey. To learn moreabout the Africanized Bee, go to www.doacs.state.fl.us/pi/plantinsp/apiary/apiary.html. We often have friends and family visitingus, and we should be informed aboutwhat our proper behavior should be amongbees and wasps.Leave those spiders and their webs alone,keep your birdbaths clean (with fresh coolwater on hot days) and keep your hummingbirdfeeders fresh, clean and not in brightsun. Two male Ruby-throated beauties areactive in my backyard, as I write this article.I plan to have a photo for you the next timeI write. The Carolina wrens are busy buildingnests and chattering with each other allthe time. How wonderful!Anne Wilson Schaef, an internationallyknown author of 14 books, wrote “Our abilityto be compassionate and experience ourhumanness never leaves us.” DR. HARTER&ASSOCIATESBirders’ BeatJane CallenderThe Unique Birders’ last meeting untilSeptember will be May 16. We meet at 1:30p.m. in Suite H of the Arbor ConferenceCenter.Since the last part of May is too hot fora field trip, we will have a lunch meetingon May 25. Please bring articles and suggestionsfor a handicapped birding areasbooklet.Norm Lantz was host for the March meeting.Our speakers were Jerry and SandyUlrikson who told us about Operation Migrationfor whooping cranes. After a veryinteresting program about training whoopingcrane chicks to follow ultra light planesfrom Wisconsin to Florida, the club waspresented with a beautiful print showinga whooping crane and two sandhill cranes.We hope it will be hung where all On Top ofthe World residents may see it.Isabelle Moller led the club’s March tripto Scott Springs. We saw numerous birds,but unfortunately, we also saw a lot of human-introduced trash. Helen Ogren did herpart in cleaning up in the springs. Brunchwas held at Panera Bread.Due to the newspaper deadline, the reporton April’s meeting and field trip will beincluded in the June World News.Come join us for an interesting meetingon May 16. Margitta Claterbos will hostthe meeting, and we look forward to DonBrowning’s presentation “Florida WadingBirds … a legacy for the future”. Don is aphotographer and environmentalist whotook us on a spectacular bird-watching tripon Lake Weir last April. For more information,please call Roberta Campbell at 854-4814 or me at 861-2983.The bird of the month is the whoopingcrane. Historical estimates indicate approximately1,400 existed in North America inthe 1800s. Due to unregulated hunting andhabitat destruction until 1941 the migratingflock dwindled to an alarming low of 15birds. Since then the wild flock winters inTexas, then migrates 2,500 miles to northernAlberta to breed and raise their young.This population has increased to about 200.In 1993, efforts began to introduce a nonmigratoryflock into the Kissimmee Prairieregion south of Orlando. In 1999, OperationMigration began an ultra-light aircraft techniqueto reintroduce a migrating populationof whooping cranes into eastern NorthAmerica. This group comes from centralWisconsin to our own “backyard” — theChassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge.Now 500 whooping cranes remain betweensurvival and extinction. For more information,you may access www.bringbackthecranes.org.World News on the Web:Download a PDF at Otowinfo.com

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May 2006 The World News® 15ComputerClubSherry SurdamJen Claussen of Smart Computing Magazinevisited us on March 23 and gave a veryinformative presentation on the numerousareas available on the magazine’s Web site.Naturally, there are more areas open to subscribersof the magazine—one of the perksof being a subscriber! Jen is marketing representativefor our area and brought copiesof the current issue of Smart Computingand other goodies for all who attended. Ifyou would like to see what Smart ComputingMagazine has to offer, visit them atwww.smartcomputing.com. It is a wealth ofhelp and information.The Saturday class schedule for May: Outof the Box on the 6th (a very basic class fornewcomers to computers); Accessing andSurfing the Internet—Safely! on the 13th;The Start Button on May 20, followed by theFamily Tree Maker special interest group;and Don Sommer’s presentation on Viruseson May 27. Thursday, May 7, will be ourusual Q&A session on digital photography.Have you ever wondered what all thoseprograms are that run every time you startyour computer and whether you need themor not? Well, good news, we can help youwith that!As you know, many creators of softwareautomatically have their programs start because,of course, they want you to use theirprograms. Well, I don’t know about you butI think that should be my choice, not theirs!Of course you all know about the Startupfolder that lists some of the programs thatstart. You find it by left clicking Start>AllPrograms>Startup. These are by no meansall of the programs you’ll notice on theright side of your taskbar. To discover whatthey are left click Start, then Run. Whenthe Run box opens, carefully type “msconfig”—withoutthe quotation marks. The SystemConfiguration Utility will open at the“General” tab. Left click the “Startup” tab(do not make changes to items under anyof the other tabs. You could find yourselfin serious trouble!). There you will see theprograms that are starting each time yourcomputer is turned on, including the onesin the Startup folder.If you recognize one as being a legitimateprogram that you know doesn’t needto start automatically, remove the checkmarkfrom the box. Be cautious and be sureyou don’t need it. Write down any that youdon’t recognize. We are going to find outwhat they are!BethPantagesPTClinicalDirectorBeth has been a Physical Therapistfor over 19 years. She is co-founder ofthis family owned business. Her experienceincludes Director of Rehabilitationat Doctor’s Hospital in Plantation, FL,and Chief of Physical Therapy at NorthRidge Hospital in Ft. Lauderdale. Bethhas served as a clinical instructor forUniversity of Miami, Nova Southeasternand Florida International Universities.She brings to the Ocala area extensiveexperience and post-graduate trainingin Cardiac, Stroke and Orthopaedic Rehabilitation.Mrs. Pantages is a popularspeaker on Back Pain, Fall Prevention,Arthritis and Cardiac Rehabilitation.◆ Aquatic Therapy◆ Orthopedic Conditions◆ Stroke Rehabilitation◆ Balance & Fall Prevention◆ Back & Neck Pain◆ Fibromyalgia◆ Sports Injuries◆ Motor Vehicle Accidents◆ Joint Pain & Stiffness7860 SW 103rd St. Rd.,Building 100Suite 2Ocala, FL 34486(352) 854-3424Now, open your browser and go to www.processlibrary.com/directory/a. There youwill find an alphabetical listing of thousandsof processes and programs that you mightfind in your system tray. Not every processor program is listed there, but they keep thesite as up to date as possible and I have notyet looked for one that isn’t listed. Click onthe file name in the list and you will be presentedwith volumes of information. At thispoint you should have enough data to makea decision on whether or not you need theprogram to start at boot up. You will evenbe given information on whether it is a virus,Trojan or spyware and if so, how highthe risk. If the process/program you seekisn’t there, the best thing to do is leave italone until you can find information on it.This may take you a little time and youmay discover that you do need all thoseprograms. However, even if that’s the caseyou will at least have some knowledge ofwhat’s going on so the time will not havebeen wasted! And, you may actually ferretout some spyware that was not caught byyour spyware program (you are running aanti-spyware program aren’t you?) as wellas some programs that are arbitrarily startingand are not needed for the efficient operationof your computer and may actuallybe slowing it down. Most of these programsare installed by software you have loadedand many do not need to be started at boottime but can be started manually when youneed them.One last thing, if you have removed (oradded if you later decide you want that programto start on boot-up) any of the checkmarksfrom the System Configuration utility,it will ask you to restart your computer.Do so and when it reboots you will get anotherbox stating that you have changedyour configuration. Don’t panic—that’snormal! Simply check the box that says notto ask you again (otherwise it will repeat everytime you boot up) and click OK. Thatway it will only ask you if you make anotherchange to the utility.Be careful and make your changes slowlyand carefully. You want to speed up yourcomputer, not disable it!Be sure to check the calendar on our Website frequently for the dates of our classesand for any scheduling changes that are inevitable.Until next time, happy computing!FriendshipClubWanda SimpsonMark your calendars: the On Top of theWorld Friendship Club will meet on May 7,the first Sunday of the month. This is theonly month that the meeting is not heldon the second Sunday. You can stay homeand celebrate Mother’s Day. So, have a goodone.The On Top of the World Harmonichordswill provide the entertainment at the May 7meeting, so come early and visit with yourfriends and new residents. Membership tothe Friendship Club is open to the residentsof all On Top of the World communities.Dues are $7 per person annually.We meet from 2 to 4 p.m. Kay and herhappy crew serve refreshments at 2:30,President Lolly conducts a short businessmeeting at 3, and then we can sit back andenjoy the Harmonichords.Mary Carol will send cards to memberswho are ill, or members who have lost aloved one. You can call her at 854-8996.You can call Wanda at 291-1074 if youhave any questions or suggestions. GenealogicalSocietyHelen GrollmuszWe, the members of the On Top of theWorld Genealogical Society are looking forwardto the presentation of Family TreeMaker by Karen Fanta. This will be on Saturday,May 20, after the Computer Clubmeeting in the same room. President SherrySurdam and Don Somer of the ComputerClub have graciously given us permissionto use the Computer Club laptop, projectorand screen. The Computer Club has SpecialInterest Group (SIG) meetings and the GenealogicalSociety has Family Tree Maker programon the third Saturday of each month.Joe Castelluci, Bob Dugas, Sherry Surdamand Don have made an extra trip back tothe meeting room to put everything away.They have been kind enough to help theGenealogical Society with their time andequipment. Our sincere thanks to them.It’s always satisfying when our membershave a breakthrough in their familyresearch. Our treasurer, Rene Beck, sharesthe following family story with us.Return to Walton County, Florida andCovington County, Ala.The weekend of March 26, 2006, Ed andRene traveled to Gantt, Covington County,Ala., for the ordination service of their son,Terry. They used this trip as an opportunityto continue the on-going genealogy researchof Ed’s ancestors in DeFuniak Springs, WaltonCounty, Florida and in Andalusia, CovingtonCounty, Ala.Ed’s great-great-grandfather, DuncanHenderson, was one of the early Scottishsettlers in the Florida Panhandle area.He came to the Euchee Anna community,southeast of DeFuniak Springs, in the early1800s when it was still Spanish Territory.Duncan’s daughter, Rachel Ann marriedEd’s great-grandfather, Wesley AndersonBeck. Using a copy of Duncan Henderson’soriginal 40-acre land grant, they went outto the property. This piece of property iscompletely grown up and vacant. Theyvisited with neighbors hoping to find outmore about where the Hendersons mightbe buried. They spent time in the GenealogyDepartment of the Andalusia Library.Ed presented the library with a copy of theHenderson genealogy and the search thathe has done on this family. This visit didnot yield any new or valuable information.Next stop was in Andalusia, CovingtonCounty, Ala. Ed’s great-grandfather, WesleyAnderson Beck, was born just outside ofAndalusia in 1841. They obtained a currentmap of Andalusia and surrounding areas.To their surprise, the old community of Beckis still shown on the current map. While itonce had a post office, it now consists offarming area and a few homes spaced farapart from each other. They were able tovisit and photograph the Kelly-Jordan Cemeterywhere Wesley’s sister, Elizabeth BeckLittle, and family are buried. This cemeteryis in the middle of a hay field and has to bereached by traveling through the farmer’sgate. Ed’s great-great-grandfather, JohnBeck, original land grant was in this area.The following was found in the book“Covington County History 1821-1976” byGus I. and Ruby R. Bryan:BECK, Beck, a post office which was establishedMay 16, 1898, with William N.Brawner as first postmaster, was originallylocated on the west side of the Conecuh Riverbetween the J.A. Hart home and the Copelandhome. However, sometime later thesite was moved to the east side of ConecuhRiver within sight of the Simmons Bridge,across the river near Hopewell Church, onthe Andalusia-Brooklyn road. The locationhoused a store and barroom, combined withthe post office. It evidently gained its namefrom the family named Beck; many familiesof that name continue to reside in that vicinity,but on the west side of the river. Theformer house has been removed and nothingremains to mark the original settlementof Beck.Ed and Rene find it very interesting thattheir son, Terry, and family are now livingwithin 10 miles of where the Beck ancestorlived almost 200 years ago. Rather like going“back to your roots.”Search for English/Lindsey Branch of theFamilySometimes the search seems to go onforever without a breakthrough—then newinformation will come in bunches. The lastweek of March 2006, Ed was searching theInternet and found his great-grandfather,Daniel Thomas English, listed as a ConfederateCivil War Soldier from Georgia. Furthersearching led him to Civil War Widows’Pension Lists with an e-mail address to requestmore information. This helpful ladysent us a Web site where we could downloadand print the complete original applicationform. His widow, Mary Elizabeth LindseyEnglish, was awarded a Widow’s Pension of$120 per year. This also led to the discoveryof her parents and grandparents. So twomore generations of ancestors were added.At the same time Ed located another ladydoing English research. She was able to giveus the names of the Daniel Thomas Englishancestors. His father was William Henry EliEnglish and his grandfather was SamuelEnglish.Sager and Turney SearchRene was not left out in the gathering ofnew family information. Sager is the familyof her paternal grandmother, MaggieSager Fleming Swartz, while Tourney is thefamily of her paternal grandfather, LutherA. Swartz. On April 2, Rene received a boxfrom her brother that had belonged to thesegrandparents. This box contained about100 pictures plus exciting family history information.Most of the pictures were datedfrom 1890 to 1910. Only problem—very fewof them had names on them. It will requirecomparing them to other family pictures inorder to put the names and faces together.There was an old brittle obituary dated May20, 1900, that told of a tragic accident whereRene’s grandmother’s sister and her fiancéewere hit and killed by a train. There weretwo hand-typed pages that stated “Copiedfrom Bible of John Sager, Jr. by John M.Fleming May 1940.” This contained namesand dates of births, marriages and deathsof the Sager family.The Turney Family information was ontwo hand-typed pages titled “The Nameand Family of Turney” that appears to havebeen done by a professional genealogist. Ittraces the name of Turney and its variousspellings from ancient France (Norman) upthrough England, Wales, Ireland and theColonies where they fought in the War ofthe Revolution. The earliest date mentionedis 1066, when a Turney was a follower ofWilliam the Conqueror in the conquestof England by the Normans. The Turneyscome on down to Rene’s great-grandmother,Mary Jane Turney, married to John A.Swartz. Sadly, there are several generationswhere it is hard to tell who descended fromwhom. More research is definitely neededon this family. But at least Rene now has astarting point.What a wonderful story, Rene, thank youfor sharing.If you feel that you would like to shareyour family story, we will be happy to knowabout it. You are welcome to join our genealogymeeting and meet our great group.Our meetings are on the second Mondayof the month in Meeting Room 3 in theCraft Building, at 10 a.m. If you have anyquestions, email me Helen Grollmusz athandlova2@aol.com Patrick’sHeating & Air Conditioning, Inc.Water HeatersSales & ServiceAir Conditioning / 6 Months Same As CashAsk About Progress Energy RebatesSchedule YourSpring MaintenanceTune UpTECO Gas Advantage Partner • Gas lines, generators & barbecuesWe honor all manufacturersʼ warranties • We also offer FREE second opinionsQUALITY INSTALLATIONS BACKED BY QUALITY SERVICEWE SERVICE ALL MAKES AND MODELSFamily Owned & OperatedState CertifiedLicense # CAC181363630 Years Experience(352) 236-0400Download a PDF of the World Newsat www.otowinfo.comBonded & InsuredCredit Cards Accepted

16 The World News® May 2006Lions Club Hosts Third Annual Senior Senior PromBY ESTELLE CLARKThe On Top of the World Lions Club hostedthe Third Annual Senior Senior Prom inMarch. It was a tremendous success and wehave so many to thank.Sponsoring The Bill Barnes Swing TimeBand this year was West Marion CommunityHospital. We would like to thank allof our sponsors: Park Avenue Bank, CastleCarpets, Mike Scott Plumbing, Badcock Furniture,Mike Moody Painting, Ocala Eye Surgeons,United Roofing, ReMax Realty agentsAlexandria Davis and Pam McElroy, DelucaToyota, Rising Sun Imports, A2Z Pest Control,Greiner’s for Men and Ladies, AfterHours Formalwear, Your Day Bridal andSpa, Sheraton Sand Key Hotel ClearwaterBeach, The Bahamas House Hotel DaytonaBeach, Heritage Country Inn/Dunnellon,Winn Dixie, The Hilton Arthur’s Restaurant,The Outback, Show Queen Cruises, SterlingCasino Lines, J and J Jewelers, Carol Kovens,Second Chance Consignment, Plantation Innand Gold Resort, The Emerald Princess, TheWhite Swan Café, Hightower’s Seafood andSteaks, Lion Country Safari, Exxon Mobile,Best Buy, Bonefish Grill, Ringling Museumof Art, The Grape Vine Wine Shop, Linda’sEnchanted Florist, Soapy’s Carwash, CT’sArtistic Jewelry, Shirley Coe, Ocala CivicTheatre, Laki’s Restaurant, Red Lobster,Ayuttaya Restaurant, Rusty Pontoon’s Restaurant,Top Nails, The On Top of the WorldMarketing and Activities Department.A special thanks to The On Top of theWorld Catering Department who did anoutstanding job preparing an excellentmeal making sure that the tables were setto reflect the theme of the evening and thatthe service was very, very good. Hats off tothem. (Just a little secret if you are the lasttable served, you get a very nice surprise.)A very special thanks to all the residentswho supported the Lions and came to ouraffair. Without your support we would notbe able to give close to $3600 to the entitiesthat we support. A few of the entities wesupport are the Florida Center for the Blind,The Conklin Center, Florida Lions Camp,Southeastern Guide Dogs, North FloridaLions Eye Bank, Leader Dog, InternationalHearing Dog, Florida Lions Foundation,Northeast Florida Lions Hearing Bank.Our community services include disasterrelief, eye glass collection, providingeye glasses and hearing aids to the needy,provide cataract and other eye surgery toneedy, providing flags to the On Top of theWorld community, installation of emergencylights, Lion Limo service.Thanks to all the On Top of the WorldLions who helped put this event together,from selling tickets, picking up door prizes,decorating the Ballroom, setting up andcleaning up. You done good.Prom King Wayne Smith and Prom QueenJewel Hafer danced the first dance to themusic of the Bill Barnes Band.Linda’s Enchanted Florist donated thebeautiful bouquet of roses and boutonniereTop NailsPhoto by Larry ResnickWayne Smith and Jewel Haferthat were presented to Prom Queen Jeweland King Wayne.Lots of door prizes were given out andwould you believe the three-day, two-nighttrip to the Sheraton Sand Key Hotel in ClearwaterBeach was won again this year by Janiceand Frank Picciurro. Guess we need tohide their tickets next year. Let’s not forgetto thank Greiner’s for loaning us Fred andAfter Hours Formalwear for his tux. Fredguarded our poster on the stage, which wasdonated by BB Graphics.Next year promises to be even better. Getyour tickets early as there will be a limitednumber sold. GRAND OPENINGTop Nails WelcomesMylinh!WelcomesWalk-InsWelcomeATMCOUPONFill$2 OFFexp. 5/31/06Professional Hand Designs & Airbrushon 200 (Circle Square Plaza)Next to Johnny’s RestaurantOn Topof theWorldCircle Square PlazaSR 200(352) 402-9977 • 694-77797651 Hwy 200 • Suite #105 • Ocala, FL 34476Open 7 days • Mon-Sat 9am to 7pm • Sun 11am to 4pmCOUPONFull SetFREE Designexp. 5/31/06LicensedCOUPONPedicure & Manicure$5 OFFexp. 5/31/06GiftCertificatesAvailable• Speckle Removal • Micro Dermabrasion• Facials • Permanent Make-UpSW 60th Ave.COUPONWaxing$2 OFFexp. 5/31/06When You Need Healthcare,The Choiceis Easy.Our full-service emergency department isopen 24 hours, seven days a week, providingmedical treatment fast and effectively. Offering the latest in medicaltechnology, we have built new operating rooms, so we can help morepatients. In addition, West Marion Community Hospital is the leader inperfoming da Vinci ® robot prostate surgeries. Conveniently located at West Marion Community Hospital is The Joint CareCenter — a facility that blends an active lifestyle with treatmentfor quick recoveries.West Marion Community Hospital’s 70 private bed facility is located just1.5 miles west of Interstate 75 off of S.R. 200.4600 SW 46th Court • Ocala, Florida 34474352-291-3000 • www.WestMarion.com

May 2006 The World News® 17Men’s & Ladies GolfClub Championshipresults, Pages 18 & 19.Section 2Vol. 19, No. 11 • May 2006Comedian Eddie CaponeBaritone Lotarr BergeestEntertainmentGroup PresentsFinal Showin 2005-06 SeriesThe Entertainment Group welcomes anew sponsor, Palm Chevrolet, as they presentthe final show in the group’s series, atwin bill on Saturday, May 27, at 7:30 p.m.Opening show is comedian and entertainerEddie Capone. Capone over the last16 years has entertained thousands as notonly an entertainer but also cruise directoron cruise ships all over the world. We havebeen able to schedule Eddie between cruiseship “gigs.” He is a true professional entertainer.Baritone Lotarr Bergeest, with his accompanists,closes out the Show Series. Lotarr’scareer includes a repertoire of more thanfour dozen opera, oratorio and musical theaterroles singing with stars ranging fromRoberta Peters and Robert Merrill to DaveBrubeck, Alan Jones and Al Hirt. His interpretationof Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Phantomof the Opera” at Carnegie Hall led to anational tour with the New York Pops andits founder, Skitch Henderson. He has appearedwith the National Symphony at theKennedy Center in Washington, D.C., singingBroadway favorites by composers fromCole Porter to Richard Rogers. Without adoubt, Lotarr is a truly talented artist.Tickets are on sale from 8:30 to 10 a.m.Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Thanksto Palm Chevrolet, ticket prices remain $5general admission and $7 reserved seatsfor this quality show.As usual, tickets are for residents andtheir houseguests and a limit of four perpurchase.What a way to close out a Show Series!Ray Christian, Bob Trebilcock and Joe Chavka photograph the clown ‘Sunshine’ (Luz Leon).BY BOB WOODSWith buzzards flying overhead in perfect weather and spottyclouds dotting the sky, all types of people with cameras about. Onlookersgazed at a breed of funny individuals dressed in brightlycolored garments. This was the scene of an organized photo shoottaking place at Sholom Park.The more than two handfuls of funny dressed people wereclowns and the shooters were the “Shutterbugs,” both groups fromOn Top of the World. The photographers are members of the newlyformed On Top of the World photo club calling themselves theShutterbugs. The clowns, also from On Top of the World, are ourcommunity’s D’Clowns.The photo shoot was designed to give the photo club’s membersan opportunity to photograph interesting people and to have theirphotographic results critiqued by the club as a learning processwhile the clowns would get needed publicity photos.The photo club comprises professional and amateur photographers.The club’s goal is to improve the results of those needingassistance in photography. The club is open to all On Top of thePhoto by Bob WoodsClowns Provide Model ExperienceWorld residents who would like to learn more about or take betterpictures, regardless of their experience.For additional info on the photo club contact Gary Uhley concerningdates and time for their meetings held at the Arbor ConferenceCenter.The D’Clowns have been in existence for many years here onOn Top of the World. They perform at assistant living facilities,children’s fairs and functions plus for major fundraising charities.They will perform anywhere to bring a little joy and smilesto those who really need that attention. They operate strictly ondonations so when the photo club approached the D’Clowns for aphoto shoot, they jumped to the occasion for the free photographsthat they can use in the advertising of their services.It must have been something of amazement for those buzzardssoaring above Sholom Park looking down at all those clowns performingfor the cameras, as it was probably just as surprising forthose visitors enjoying a walk around the park to see all thoseclowns and over a dozen photographers clicking away. The clownsare getting publicity photographs while the Shutterbugs receive experience.Sunday, May 21Health & Recreation Ballroom2 to 4 p.m.$3 per personSnacks will be provided; bring yourown non-alcoholic beverage and puton your dancing shoes.Tickets on sale Mondays,Wednesdays and Fridays from 8:30 to10 a.m., H&R BallroomEntertainment By Roger BourgaultInfo: Margaret 854-7306Photos by Larry ResnickBeach/Pool PartyNancy Butler and Judy McAuley enjoy the weatherpoolside during April’s Beach/Pool Party HappyHour at the Arbor Club’s outdoor pool. The weatherwas perfect for drinks and dancing outside. TheActivities Department hopes to have another poolparty in October.Photo by Larry ResnickStraight FlushBill Eberle (above) wondered “what are the odds ofbeing dealt a seven-card straight flush in a game ofseven-card draw poker with seven other players?”Bill did just that in one of his usual Thursday eveningpoker games at the Arts & Crafts building card roomin April. Only a five-card straight flush counts ina poker hand but we imagine that his seven-carddealt hand was a one in a million or more chance ofhappening again, using a 52-card deck with sevenplayers in the game.

18 The World News® May 2006Photo by Larry ResnickAl Novotny, 9-Hole Club Champion, Armando Pena, winner of the President’sCup match play, and Charlie Strauss, Club Champion, show off their trophies.Men’s GolfAssociationPaul Del VacchioA big thank you goes out to Jeff McDonald,Andy Jogensen and Nick Montanaro fortheir participation in getting the golf coursesready to play for our club championship.The course was in great shape and we appreciateall you did.Ross MacDonald, our recovering tournamentchairperson, was able to be at thestarting “gate” along with Jo Apperson andmy bride, Patty. Thanks to all of you. Theyappreciate all of you showing up half earlyfor your tee times; it made the starter’s jobeasier.The scores in each flight were close andcompetitive and I thank all who participated.The winner of the 9-Hole Club Champi-MGA Club ChampionshipMarch 15, 17 & 22Championship Flight: 238–Charlie Strauss239—Tom Smith 241—Dick Gray 247—TomPaszek 248—Marty Goetz 250—Lloyd Hoefer; tieat 252—Roy Goszewski, Gary Gassett and RickD’AddioFlight A: 200—Bill Carlson 204—Ed Klodzen205—Bob Bell 211—Bob Cronin 214—Joe Rosinski215—David Suver 216—Paul Wade; tie at217—Dan Carty and Paul StoneFlight B: 202—Steve Gregely 203—Ed Noe204—Bob Huegli 205—Norm Lantz tie at 208—Bill Bervinkle and Ed Barkholz; tie at 209—BobCates and Bill HoweFlight C: 200—John Bauer; tie at 201—DouglasColeman and Jim Blandina 205—David Miller;tie at 206—James Keller and Glenn Pecor; tie at208—Barry Barringer and Carl LarsenFlight D: 202—Jack Border 203—Carl Arnold206—Joe Morea 210—Jimmy Johnson 211—James Bell; tie at 212—Norm Lallier and JackHegarty9-Hole Club ChampionshipMarch 15, 17 & 22Multiple Round Scores104—Albert Novotny 107—Zane Barnett 110—Roland Smith9-Hole Individual StablefordMarch 29 • Links22—Roland Smith 18—John Gartung; tie at 17—Mike Sica and Albert Novotny 16—Zane BarnettInvidual Stableford by FlightMarch 29 • LinksFlight A: 46—Paul Wade 43—Millard Sadler40—Rick D’Addio; tie at 39—Lloyd Hoefer andPaul PerraultFlight B: 44—Art Buecher 43—Bill Howe; tie at42—Guy Russell, Bill Carlson and Leslie FinneyFlight E: 55—Bob Graff 50—Jack Border 45—Gerry Achtenberg 44—Roy MyhrIndividual StablefordMarch 29 • Tortoise & HareFlight C: 47—David Miller 46—Douglas Coleman;tie at 43—Kas Kaske and Bob Cowie; tie at41—Bud May and Ronald WilsonMGA Resultsonship is Al Novotny. The D Flight winner isJack Border; C Flight is John Bauer; B Flightis Steve Gregely; A Flight Bill Carlson. OurClub Champion is Charlie Strauss. All winnerswill have their names posted in ourclubhouse for the coming year. Al Novotnyand Charlie Strauss have the honor of takinghome their trophy for a year.Thanks to the GHIN Handicap Committeefor donating $500 to the MGA and yourprevious Mulligans for Hospice, we havereached our goal of $1,000 this year thatwe will give to Hospice in December. We willnot be selling any more Mulligans for Hospiceuntil the year 2007. Thanks again foryour support.After just experiencing Chicken Day Iwant to take this opportunity to once againthank John Callela for all his work to getthis ready for us and his first assistant RuthBorder for the great job she and her ladiesdo.There has been some confusion aboutthe plastic walls around the golf courseand how do we play it! We assess where theball went over the wall (not where the balllanded over the wall) and that is where wetake our free drop. Our free drop includes astance without swing interference from thewall and one club length. We do not takeour drop from where we find our ball. Ihope this clears this up.Words of Wisdom: “If everyone wouldplease hold their club and get in the golfcart, go to the next shot or the next tee boxand then put their club back in their bagit would speed up play for everyone immensely.”Paul Del VacchioSee you around the course! Flight D: Tie at 44—Dan Bellefontaine and TonyCapillo; tie at 43—Roland Schwab, Stanley Steinand Jerry Chase9-Hole Chicken Day Modified ScrambleApril 5Team Gross38—Albert Novotny, Zane Barnett, Mike Sica andJohn GartungModified ScrambleApril 5 • LinksTie at 65—Lloyd Hoefer, Bud May, Stanley Steinand John Newell; David Suver, Ed Noe, Fred Rodriguezand Joe Sinsky66—Robert Kingsley, Jerry Segovis, David Millerand John Hodd67—Charles Senci, George Youmans Jr., Joe Michaelsonand Norm Lallier68—Paul Wade, Leonard Ruble, Ross MacDonaldand Bernie RandolphModified ScrambleApril 5 • Tortoise & Hare65—Raymond Beloin, Steve Gregely, Harry Browerand Ed DesmarestTie at 66—Dick Gray, Paul Bell, Joseph Bolognaand Chuck Doyle; Ed Darichuk; Don Guymon,Mike Driver and Tony Capillo67—Roy Goszewski, Bob Bell, Steve Becker andBill Hawk68—Lee Goodman, Bob Cates, John Bauer andBob BealleTeam Three Best BallsApril 12 • LinksTie at 191—Harry Brower, Ralph Schmidt, RonThompon and Ronald Wilson; Clifford Jones, GuyRussell and O.J. Wagner193—Lew Berry, Mike Flynn, Kas Kaske and NickZoccoli194—Eugene Auckerman, Bud Borders, BealeKinsey and Paul StoneTie at 195—Joe Groomes, Philip Merchant, TomPaszek and Jerry Segovis; Ed Desmarest, JohnO’Neil, Wally Schiff and Glen Swiger9-Hole Team Two Best BallsApril 12 • Tortoise & Hare67—Albert Novotny, John Ricciardone and MikeSica Directorof GolfJeff McDonaldWell, it appears the men and women’sgolf associations had a very successfulclub championship for 2006. We would liketo thank both the organizations for a jobwell done. I would also like you to knowhow much Nick enjoyed being a part of theevents and we look forward to playing withthe flight winners on our golf trip.By now you have met Nancy and Conniewho are members of your golf shop staffand I hope that you will find them as excitingas I do.Sally Collins will start on June first asour Director of Instruction for On Top ofthe World and Candler Hills Golf Club. Nick,Bob and myself are looking forward to herarrival with great expectations. Sally is anLPGA Class A member and she has alreadyscheduled our first activities as a groupby signing us up as an official site for theAmerican Express Women’s Golf Week. Theweek of June 3 through 10, we will havedaily activities scheduled for women of allages and skill levels; don’t miss the fun. Aschedule will follow the letter.I had mentioned in an earlier letter thegolf courses might look a little harsh beforewe get better. I must say that I did notexpect all the weeds myself. This is a signthat pre-emergent was not applied at theproper time. Andy and Juan will get on topof this and we will do everything possible inthe future to avoid the appearance that wearen’t working, because Andy and his staffwork very hard; however a weed looks likewe don’t care and there is nothing furtherGolfTip of the MonthNick MontanaroThis month I would like to focus on manipulationof the clubface. One of the greatmyths in golf is that you can manipulatethe clubface with your hands and forearmsto the position you desire during the latestages of the downswing, thereby, producingdraws and fades at will.This is truly false. It is impossible to controlthe clubface as the clubhead nears impact,because it is traveling at nearly 100Bonus Buy!2003 Reconditioned 48v IQ Club Car3 Packages to choose fromStarting at $3500. + taxfrom the truth.As you know we had our first golf eventwith the members on April 28, our secondevent will be in honor of Memorial Day.Check in the golf shop for details.We will be selling the Summer PlayCard at Candler Hills Golf Club, which offersa special summer time rate, for eightgolf courses in our area. Call the golf shopshould you have any questions.Candler Hills Golf ClubWe are working on getting a few smallgroups organized for the women. Thankyou for your patience as we work out thedetails.The West Port fundraiser was a successand also the March of Dimes “Golfing forBabies” hosted by Wachovia Bank was ahit.As you noticed above we will be oneof the official sites for American ExpressWomen’s Golf Week in June. Look at the followingschedule to make your plans.We have Mary Pat and Judy behind thecounter in the golf shop now, so please helpme welcome them as part of our staff.Have a great summer!Women’s Golf WeekJune 3–10Candler Hills Golf Club• Saturday, June 3: Junior Girls andMom’s Golf Clinics, 9 to 10:30 a.m. or 11:30a.m. to 12:30 p.m., first 30 in each clinic, nocharge.• Sunday, June 4: Women’s Playing Special• Monday, June 5: Women’s Full SwingClinic, 6 to 7 p.m., no charge.• Tuesday, June 6: Women’s Short GameClinic, 6 to 7 p.m., no charge.• Wednesday, June 7: Women’s NewGolfer Clinic, 6 to 7 p.m., no charge.• Thursday, June 8: Women’s Golf withthe Pros, 5:30 p.m. 9-hole Shotgun with dinner.• Saturday, June 10: Ladies Demo Play• Thursday Scramble: Use only our Pros,price on GF, cart, prizes, dinner and HeartAssociation donation; pros available onrange at 4:30 until 5:30 p.m. to offer swingadvice; invite “celebrity” players and developcommunity tiesOn Top of the WorldMONDAY, JUNE 5: Full Swing Clinic, 9 to 10a.m.; no charge.THURSDAY, JUNE 8: Short Game Clinic, 9 to10 a.m.; no charge. Heading North?Download a PDF of the World News at www.otowinfo.comAuthorized Club Car DealerSALES * SERVICE * ACCESSORIESVisit us in Friendship Center Plaza next to Winn-Dixie8441 SW Highway 200352-854-2060miles per hour.I totally agree with Ben Hogan, who stated,“Consciously trying to control the faceof the club at impact is folly. You cannottime such a delicate and devilish thing. Ithappens too fast, much too fast.”Hogan believed that the hands serve avery active role in that they cock and uncockat the wrists, forming a 90-degree angle.Finally, as impact approaches, you mustrealize that the clubhead is moving too fast,and there is too little time to effectivelychange the clubface angle. Fortunately, theproper grip and arc will deliver the desiredball flight.Congratulations to all participants ofthe Ladies Club Championship. Your greatscores put the men to shame! Furthermore,congratulations to Gretchen Normandin forsuccessfully defending her championship.Accomplishment acknowledgements:• Jim Brosnan aced #8 on the Tortoiseand Hare• Ed Darichuk eagled #17 on the Links• Roy Goszewski eagled #13 on theLinks• Rudy Normandin eagled #3 on theLinksSee you in June! Wishing those of youtraveling North a great summer, and lookingforward to your return in the fall. Just for YOU!At your DOOR tune up $37.50orIn shop tune up Still only $27.50

May 2006 The World News® 19Ladies 18-HoleGolfMary SohlerWe’ve had a nearly perfect spring andsummer is fast approaching. Officers forthe 2006-07 term have been elected andare as follows: president, Beverly Ovrebo;vice president, Connie Shirley; treasurer, JoApperson; assistant treasurer, Mary Driver;and secretary, Valerie Smith. The installationof officers will take place at the AwardsBanquet on May 3. Hope to see you there!Congratulations to our repeat club champion,Gretchen Normandin!All of the winners are listed below in theresults. There were some exceptional scoresin the first round of the tournament. JoanD’Addio and Linda Dumeer both came awaywith a score of 80 that day, and GretchinNormandin had an 81. Nice going!In spite of all the reminders not to feedthe squirrels on the course, it seems thereare people who persist in their endeavorsto make them fat and happy. The squirrelshave become very aggressive as a result.If you see someone feeding the squirrels,please make them aware of the problems itcauses and ask them to pass the word!N.O.S.E.March 21Handicap by FlightFlight A Gross: 43—Gretchen Normandin; 46—Nancy Zielinski; 48—Phyllis Gaddy; 52—GinnyHuckelFlight B Gross: 45—Jean Culp; 48—Linda Dumeer;50—Carol Johnson; 52—Phyllis CartyFlight C Gross: 46—Norma Cleveringa; 51 (tie)—Lou Borders, Phyllis Jarskey; 54—Marge MensFlight D Gross: 54—Dorothy Muller; 57—LenaSneed; 59—Deb Phillipson; 61—Helen FoskettFlight A Net: 34—Mary Driver; 35—Betty Gustafson;38—Margie Wade; 40—Mary LyonFlight B Net: 34—Glenna Swank; 36—KathyHoefer; 38—Mary McAtee; 39—Marilyn RoseFlight C Net: 33—Angelita Pena; 35 (tie)—MaureenBrooks, Harriet Brower; 37—Margie HinkFlight D Net: 36—Jeanne Rice; 39 (tie)—Elsie Calabrese,Florence Foley; 42—Esther LangChip-ins: Norma Cleveringa, Jeanne Rice, LouiseSuver, Lou Borders, Jackie PageClub ChampionshipMarch 28, 30 and April 4Gross winnersChampionship flight: Gretchen NormandinFlight A: Mary DriverFlight B: Phyllis JarskeyFlight C: Angelita PenaFlight D: Dorothy MullerNet winnersChampionship flight: Nancy ZielinskiFlight A: Linda DumeerFlight B: Mary McAteeFlight C: Andrea FlanneryFlight D: Ruth BorderChip-insMarch 28: Sandy Chase, Angelita Pena, DorisHolman, Florence FoleyMarch 30: Nancy Zielinski, Gretchen Normandin,Bev Ovrebo, Doris Holman, Louise Suver, FlorenceFoleyApril 4: Linda Bervinkle, Nancy Darichuk, JeanCulp, Andy Flannery, Jerry Gill, Doris Holman,Ginny Huckel, Nancy Nicholas, Bev Ovrebo,Georgette Perrault, Valerie Smith, Glenna Swank,Margie Wade, Joan D’Addio • Cabinet Refacing• CountertopsKITCHEN & BATH IMPROVEMENTSMark (352) 613-6001Fax (352) 465-6152Ladies 9-HoleGolfBJ LeckbeeOur officers and board members haveagreed to serve for another year! This iswhat’s known as experience meeting enthusiasm… what a formula for a fun seasonto come! Thanks to Gretchen Saker, DotWagner, Michaele Beyer, Betty Tully, PhyllisSmith and the committee heads for guidingus through this past season and for committingtheir time and energies for another12 months.On Tuesday, April 11, some of our memberswere playing elsewhere—Williston, tobe specific. Several finished in the money:Sharon Bailey’s team finished second in thescramble, and Virginia Blanchard’s teamfinished third. Carol Bell, Michaele Beyer,Millie Nucaso and Gretchen Saker also triedfor the prizes. The theme was French, andthe food, especially the desserts, reflectedit. “For a club of only 10 members, Willistondid a great job,” Gretchen Saker reports.“They really pulled it off.”Member/Member Best BallMarch 21Chip-in: Grace Bock Birdie: Grace BockHandicapCommitteePatricia K. Del VacchioWhat a beautiful day in paradise for ourApril Scramble. Ahh, this was certainly onereason to move to Florida.Wow, Fran Griswold sure did her partand more to help our team. Can this womanchip and putt! Very impressive; of coursethe rest of us, Ed Noe, John Hodd and Iweren’t chopped liver.Candler Hills Golf ClubHosts Benefit TourneyCandler Hills Golf Club at On Top of TheWorld will host the Ocala Civic Theatre’s15h Annual Benefit Golf Tournament onSaturday, May 20.Each year the event has been rotatedamong the local golf courses. This is thefirst year it will be played on the newestcourse, Candler Hills Golf Club, which willpresent a more challenging layout for theplayers under 60 years of age and a fair testof golf for the senior players.The event will be a four-person Scramblewith three flights, “A” & “B” flights for playersunder 60 years of age and a “Senior”flight for players 60 and older. There will befour sets of tees, black for the men under60, blue for the senior men, white for theladies under 60 and pink for the senior ladies.Entry forms are available at most proshops. Entry fee is $75 per person, whichincludes morning coffee and doughnuts,green fees, cart, range balls, a goodie bagand a full course lunch of either turkey orroast beef, your choice.First place in each flight will receive a giftcertificate for $100 and a trophy for eachplayer. Suncoast Dermatology& Skin Surgery Center■ Ralph Massullo, M.D., F.A.A.D. ■ William A. Welton, M.D., F.A.A.D.■ Micahel B. Wartels, M.D., F.A.A.D.Board Certified American Board of Dermatology, Fellow American Societyfor Dermatology Surgery, Member American Association of Facial Plasticand Reconstructive Surgery, Fellow American Society for MOHS Surgery■ Skin Cancer ■ Laser Surgery ■ MOHS Surgery ■ Phototherapy■ Facial Rejuvenation ■ Acne ■ Rashes ■ ScierotherapyMedicare, PPC & Blue Cross ParticipatingTimberRidge Medical Complex9401 SW Hwy 200 • Ocala, FL 34481(352) 873-150028—Grace Bock and Virginia HawkTie at 31—Lucy Quaranta and Gretchen Saker;Mary Carson and Ann Hetzel, Marie Norwood andThelma Smith, Carol Bell and Marlene FloeckherTie at 32—Jean Flynn and Vi Sica, Therese Belland Lois TatonettiLow Gross, TortoiseMarch 28Chip-ins: Jan Moon, Marie Norwood, Ellie Rapacz,Kathy WaltersBirdie: Marie NorwoodFlight A: 45—Jean Gilmore, tie at 48—Mary Hartand Dawn HagbergFlight B: 51—Marlene Floeckher, 52—GraceBockFlight C: 53—Ann Hetzel, 56—Helen DegrawFlight D: 56—Pat Black, 57—Olive EickLow Gross, HareFlight A: Tie at 49—Agnes Tetti, Lois TatonettiFlight B: 49—Vi Sica, 51—Millie NucasoFlight C: 53—Marie Palombo, 54—DonnaSwigerFlight D: 53—Elaine Parker, 55—Thelma SmithTeam Gross, LinksApril 4Tie at 41: Vi Sica, Joan Krajkovich, Kathy Waltersand Olive Eick; Grace Bock, Millie Nucaso, AnnHetzel and Evy Stewart; Pat Kizer, Marie Palomboand Sumiko Bridges42—Jean Gilmore, Bernice Michaelson, RuthKoch and Pat BlackLow Net, TortoiseApril 11Chip-ins: Marilee Dam, Virginia Henry and AgnesTetti (2)Flight A: Tie at 33—Grace Bock and Jan Moon,Tie at 37—Carol White, Agnes Tetti, Vi SicaFlight B: 31—BJ Leckbee, 32—Deni Dehart, 33—June TassinaryFlight C: 28—Helen Bailey, 31—Ruth Koch, 34—Sumiko BridgesFlight D: 28—Kathy Bologna, 32—Marilee Dam,33—Rolla Geiser We sure had fun.There were 78 players and 55 percent ofthe teams were paid. Three teams tied forninth place; P. Del Vacchio, B. Borders, MJMcAtee and E. Lang; M. Brooks, M. Driver, J.Sinsky and H. Bextermueller; L. Goodman,N. Darichuk, B. Barringer and F. Foley.Three teams tied for sixth place; R. Goszewski,A. Janssen, D. Holman and E. Calabrese;C. Zeiler, D. Miller, L. Goss and D.Muller; J. Rosinski, L. Bervinkle, B. Culp andR. Border.Three teams tied for third place; B. Ovrebo,C. Apperson, R. Hess and M. Brooks; N.Zielinski, B. Howe, P. Jarskey and RogersRice; E. Noe, P. Del Vacchio, J. Hodd and F.Griswold.Alone in second was L. Hoefer, I. Gackowski,A. Pena and M. Marquis.First place kudos go to E. Darichuk, M.Driver and C. Arnold. Congratulations toeveryone who played!Our hosts for May are our old past HandicapCommittee buddy, Rick D’Addio andhis wife Joan. We’ll be playing a Two-DriveTraditional Scramble. This means TWOdrives MUST be used from each person. Wewill rally at 8 a.m. and tee off at 8:30 a.m.Please take note of our new time. See you atthe flags. GolfRules CornerBob HughesApril’s Q&AQ. A player touches his line of putt inbrushing aside loose impediments with hiscap or towel. Is this permissible?A. Yes, provided he did not press anythingdown. (16-1a)May’s QuestionQ. A movable artificial object lying outof bounds interferes with a player’s stance.May the player remove it? Submit Articles by E-mail tootownews@otowfl.comGolf Cart BatteriesWe Do Repairs & Service At Your Home6 Volt Batteries & 8 Volt BatteriesBest Prices / Call Us LastMotors Too* Plus tax & EPADelivered & Installed FreeMini GolfJack CoyleDick Soens is one of the better mini golfersin On Top of the World and he is alsoone of the hardest working volunteers. Hehas used his own blower to get the leavesoff the course many times. His latest projectis replacing two pieces of rotted woodand now he has started to paint the rest ofthe course.On Top of the World and all who enjoyplaying and bringing their guests to playowe Dick a big thank you.Providence PuttersMarch 14Ladies: 44—Inge Vogt 47—Dori McConville50—Emmy RicciardoneMen: Tie at 40—Kurt Vogt and Sal Tarallo 41—John Ricciardone; tie at 46— Joe Griglio and JoeMcConvilleMarch 21Ladies: 45—Dori McConville; tie at 46—EmmyRicciardone and Inge VogtMen: 41—John Ricciardone 42—Sal Tarallo44—Joe McConvilleMarch 28Ladies: tie at 42—Dori McConville and SandraEnsley; tie at 61—Inge Vogt and Emmy RicciardoneMen: 36—Bob Maxwell 40—Kurt Vogt; tie at43—John Ricciardone and Joe McConville.April 4Ladies: 46—Inge Vogt 48—Dori McConville49—Sandra Ensley 51—Emmy Ricciardone.Men: tie at 41—Doug Ensley and Kurt Vogt 42—Sal Tarallo 44—Joe McConvilleApril 11Ladies: 46—Emmy Ricciardone 49—Inge Vogt.Men: 39—Kurt Vogt; tie at 40—Sal Tarallo andBob Maxwell 45—John RicciardoneThursday Mini-GolfMarch 16Ladies: 46—Dori McConville 48—FlorenceSoens; tie at 49—Emmy Ricciardone and ChrisResta 52—Marge Saxon 53—Maria France 55—Rena Tarallo.Men: tie at 41—Sal Tarallo and Ben Resta 42—Glenn Saxon 43—Dick Soens 44—Joe McConville45—John Ricciardone 48—Joe GriglioMarch 23Ladies: 43—Chris Resta; tie at 45—Marilyn Cernecarland Florence Soens; tie at 48—Maria Franceand Marge Saxon 51—Emmy Ricciardone.Men: 36—Sal Tarallo 40—Ben Resta 41—DickSoens 45—Ray France 46—Glenn Saxon 48—Don Cernecarl 49—Joe GriglioMarch 30Ladies: 44—Chris Resta 49 —Dori McConville50—Florence Soens; tie at 52—Maria France andMarge Saxon; tie at 55—Emmy Ricciardone andMarilyn Cernecarl 60—Rena TaralloMen: 40—Don Cernecarl; tie at 42—Sal Taralloand Glen Saxon 43—Ben Resta 44—Dick Soens;tie at 46—Joe McConville and John Ricciardone50—Ray France 52—Joe GriglioApril 6Ladies: 40—Dori McConville; tie at 46—FlorenceSoens and Marilyn Cernecarl; tie at 48—EmmyRicciardone and Eleanor Krowka 59—Rena TaralloMen: 39—Dick Soens 43—Sal Tarallo 44—DonCernecarl 47—Joe McConville; tie at 49—JohnRicciardone and Joe GriglioSunday Mini-GolfMarch 19Ladies: 47—Maria France 48—Eleanor Krowka;tie at 49—Chris Resta and Emmy Ricciardone52—Florence SoensMen: 36—Ben Resta 41—Ray France 42—DickSoens 43—Joe McConville 45—Joe Griglio 46—John RicciardoneMarch 26Ladies: 43—Florence Soens 51—Emmy Ricciardone52—Eleanor Krowka 53—Chris Resta58—Rena TaralloMen: 35—Sal Tarallo; tie at 40—John Ricciardoneand Dick Soens 44—Ben Resta 47—Joe GriglioApril 2Ladies: 47—Florence Soens 48—Emmy Ricciardone49—Chris Resta 52—Dori McConville56—Rena TaralloMen: 36—Ben Resta 39—Sal Tarallo 41—JohnRicciardone 43—Dick Soens 50—Joe Griglio54—Joe McConville 55—Oliver AubeApril 9Ladies: 45—Eleanor Krowka 46—Florence Soens47—Dori McConvilleMen: 42—Joe McConville 46—Dick Soens 804-0722We also sell preowned golf carts & tires

20 The World News® May 2006PickleballLuke MullenPickleball courts have been upgraded, resurfacedand expanded at the Health & RecreationTennis/Pickleball courts recently byOn Top of the World Management.As part of the upgrade, which includedbrand new tennis nets, Courts 1, 2, 3, and 4have all been painted with permanent pickleballlines. This welcomed enhancementeliminates all of the problems associatedwith the application of putting down the“temporary” blue masking tape.Additionally, the pickleball hours havebeen changed effective with the switchto Daylight Saving Time at the beginningof April. The new hours are now Sunday,Wednesday and Thursday nights startingat 6:30 p.m. Players selected this time sothat everyone would have a chance to finishsupper prior to playing and also eliminateplaying when it is very hot as we move intothe summer heat. Also, these new hoursof play have allowed us to play under thelights for the first time on Courts 1 and 2.It is a “ball.”Pickleball, which could be described asa combination of tennis, badminton, racquetballand table tennis, is becoming verypopular here at On Top of the World. It usesan oversized table tennis type paddle and aplastic whiffle ball, which makes for an activeand exciting court game.BilliardsGeorge TookmanianThe Billiard Club had its first potlucksupper meeting in March. We would haveliked to have some more members there,but those that were there enjoyed sometasty food and a nice sociable evening.There was plenty of delicious food, wellprepared, great variety, and healthy menu,with satisfying coffee, tea and all kinds ofdessert. If you could not be there this time,please do not feel bad; I’m sure we will doit again.Ruth Gretchen, Ed Fullmer, and CathyTookmanian were the door prize winners. Ibelieve we had 25 or 26 club members present.Hope to see you next time!The league the “A” and “B” teams playcame to an end in April. The On Top of thePhoto by Luke MullenAdela Anderson looks over the newPickleball equipment storage cabineton the Health & Recreation Court4. Joining her from left to right areDorothy Megliaccio, Ruth Tindall,Ginny Duncan, Luke Mullen, DocSoucek, Mario Megliaccio and KeithNolte. The storage cabinet now allowsour players to keep the equipmentat the courts instead of at the H&RInformation Desk.If you think you would like to try pickleball,we have paddles and balls readilyavailable for your use with no obligation.Come out and see if this is an activity thatyou might enjoy. You can just show up atany of the times described or call Luke at291-8625 for additional information. World “A” team was the overall championhaving won 15 matches, losing four withtwo ties. Congratulations, and well done;you guys were outstanding. I’m sure youwill have earned a nice trophy for the billiardclub. As for the “B” team, well, I’m remindedof the Dodgers when Brooklyn wastheir home and the cry was “Wait till nextyear,” and Giant fans would gloat, until theYankees took them apart.So, the “B” team had only three victories,two ties, and 16 losses. Readers can seethere is much room for improvement. Theguys we played were very good and therewere some moments we gave them a scarehowever.The club has a new addition on the wallnear the bulletin board, on the “north wall”and that is a first aid box. We all nick ourknuckles or sustain an injury that may requiresome treatment; so, there it is, for allto use as required. A reminder, there is anemergency 911 phone on the wall just outsidethe ladies restroom in case of a seriousproblem. No, you do not call if you miss the8-ball! Just a little humor, to entertain you!I have been informed that there will bea mixed doubles tournament to be heldaround May 16 in the On Top of the Worldpoolroom. Teams will be chosen by the luckof the draw and open to all residents. Onedoes not have to be a club member. There isa sign-up sheet on the ladies bulletin board(southeast end of the pool room). So c’monsign up, practice a bit, and see how youcan do; bet you’ll have a great experience.month. BocceBob WoodsOur organized bocce play is over untilthe fall session begins on October 9, exceptfor our informal summer play which beganApril 24. I will get into the summer bocceseason in just a moment as I want to elaborateon the Spring Session’s Best of Bocceand the banquet.First, the Best of Bocce was played April10 under sunny skies with cooling breezesand drew a crowd to watch the best teamfrom each league battle out play to achievethe Best of Bocce title. Finally in the earlyafternoon, play had narrowed the competitiondown to two teams, the “Hot Shots”and the “Wild Cats.”These two teams played an excitinggame. Two teams could not have been bettermatched, as play was intense with neitherteam giving up many points. Their ballswere so close to the pallina that the two refereeswere on their knees constantly measuringthe competitive balls. With a score of15 to 15 the final play actually came downto the wire where the winner would be announcedby the two referees. Ed Benz andI did the officiating and we had to againbreak out the tape measure to determinewhat team’s ball was closer to the pallina.The spectators were standing when the announcementwas made that the “Hot Shots”ball was closer, giving that team the Best ofBocce title for the spring session. The “WildCats” were fantastic competitors.Congratulations and a hearty well doneis given to members of the “Hot Shots,”comprised of John Mataya, Jack Smith, JoeSzabo and league substitute Bob Bussinger.As I mentioned in last month’s columnour banquet was to be held along with announcingthose members who would be thebocce officers for the ensuing year on April10. It seemed that day was a long day commencingwith the Best of Bocce play andending up with our banquet.A huge crowd attended the banquet,which was catered by Bruce, serving up asuperb Italian cuisine along with roast beefand all the trimmings. A special thanks toRoberta Kanarich who organized the galaaffair. Entertainment was provided by OnTop of the World resident Judy Furfaro whosang many old favorite tunes.Bob O’Neal, the outgoing bocce president,did a fine job as master of ceremoniesand it came that time of the evening toannounce the new officers for the On Topof the World Bocce organization. ReplacingLarry Wilver as treasurer is Lela Manross,Bunny Barba agreed to serve again as theorganization’s secretary while Barry Angarolaagreed to stay on as one vice presidentand the new vice president is Chris Guidas.That leaves the organization’s president.Outgoing president Bob O’Neal looked mestraight in the eye and announced my name.Yes, I am the new bocce president. Now Iwill probably have the handle of “PresidentBocce Bob.”As my first official announcement aspresident I would like to thank all thosewho have served in some form of an officialcapacity as well as those who servedas officers in the bocce organization. Thispast year we saw many ups and downs andillness, but the organization came throughwith flying colors. Thank you all and a specialthanks to all the players, members ofour great social bocce community.Summer bocce got off to a great start.Remember, play starts at 8:30 a.m. or earlierdepending if 32 players are on handbefore start time. I recommend getting tothe courts early to ensure play, as only thefirst 32 players who sign up can play. Summerbocce is headed by Marilyn and DonCernecarl on Mondays and Bev and me onWednesdays. Any questions please contactme at 854-0702. Remember, summer bocceis open to all, especially those who wouldlike to learn the game. Just let us know thatyou are new and have never played beforeand you will receive personal instructions.I have asked for interesting tidbits concerningbocce to add to my column. Well, Iheard of one and it was done by an experiencedplayer in the Best of Bocce who actuallystarted the frame by rolling the play ballfirst down the court while still holding thepallina. To beat it all, this person looked atthe pallina still in hand with bewilderment.There will be no board meeting in May.Officers and league representatives will becontacted prior to the next board meeting.See you all on the bocce courts. Keepthose balls rolling. Call the Pressroom at 854-0248to schedule your anniversary,birthday or new resident photo.USPO Advisory CouncilRay UtissI did not receive one mail problem thispast month. I will assume the mail serviceis satisfactory.This month, I will tell you about somepostal employees who are very interestedin our mail delivery.Our postmaster, Thom Kuhns, has promisedto act on any postal concern, which isbrought to his attention. He has done thismany times and I can vouch for him. Hisphone number is 861-8188.The carrier supervisor, Bill Taylor, is anotherdedicated employee. Bill has checkedon many concerns that were brought to hisJOYEvangelicalLutheran Churchjoyocala@earthlink.netSunday Worship8:15 a.m. and 11 a.m.Sunday School 9:45 a.m.Nursery ProvidedEdward Holloway, Pastor7045 SW 83rd Pl., Ocala(352) 854-4509attention. Bill will call the resident, with ananswer, if they have included their phonenumber.If these people are not available, there isan employee to take their place. Her nameis Ann England. She will investigate anyconcern that is put in writing. Ann will callthe resident and explain what caused theproblem and the corrective action taken.Now, something about me. I have neverworked for the U.S. Post Office. I do not receiveany money from it. If you have beenreading my past articles, you can figure outwhy I do not receive any money from them.I am a volunteer liaison between our residentsand the postal system. I hope this willsatisfy some of our residents.If you want to e-mail me, my addressis grandmaandraisin@cfl.rr.com You canreach me at home, 9274-C S.W. 97th Lane,Ocala, Fla. 34481.Thank you for taking the time to readthis article.Happy mailing! 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May 2006 The World News® 21TableTennisDorothy LinkHi everyone! What a beautiful time of theyear. Everything is in bloom and we all seemto be ready for a fun filled spring, summerand fall. Table tennis is a sport game thatyou can play all year in all weather. Comejoin us.Last month I mentioned we had a tournament,on March 18, sponsored by theOcala Table Tennis Club. There was a feeof $9, which covered the cost of trophies,doughnuts, pizza, coffee and soft drinks allday. The whole tournament was computerizedand after the event all the players wererated according to the U.S. Table Tennis Association.The participants from our club were ourcoach Ray Jask from Spruce creek, LucyDavis, Larry Remer, Gary Engelbert and hisbrother Wayne, Ralph Voight, Dick Marshall,Dick Berkheimer and Jim Lynam. There were40 contenders, 38 men and two women. Thetwo brave ladies were our president, LucyDavis, and Lois Haskins, the secretary forthe Ocala Table Tennis!In the morning all 40 players were dividedin four groups of 10 players each. In theNew Social ClubForms for IllinoisA new club is forming—Illinois club. Ifyou have lived in Illinois, please join usfor social times, meeting new friends fromyour area on a monthly basis. Make newand maybe find some old friends.Call Marlene or Hank Kaiser, originallyfrom Elgin, Ill., for more information at369-3341. afternoon the winners of each group playedfor the first and second place trophies. Unfortunatelywe didn’t have first place winnersin our group, but we had second placewinners: Gary Englelbert and his brotherWayne. The competition was very strongsince there were national champions andexcellent top players from different clubsin Ocala, Silver Springs Shores, The Villages,Ocala Table Tennis Club and On Topof the World Table Tennis Club. All of ourparticipants enjoyed not only meeting andplaying against top players, but also the camaraderiefrom all the participants. Theyalso came back with experience and eagerto improve their game to get ready for thenext competition.Tip Of The MonthTable Tennis Strokes: Without gettingtoo technical, these are some of the basicstrokes: the forehand counterdrive andthe backhand counterdrive, the forehandsmash, the forehand and backhand loop,the forehand and backhand push, the forehandand backhand chop. Each month I willinclude a description of one stroke. I willstart with the forehand counter drive.“Generally, the stroke looks like a partialsalute, with a slight pivot at both midsectionand the shoulders toward the center ofthe table. Throughout the stroke, keep yourswinging elbow at least three inches awayfrom your body and your wrist stiff. Witha stable wrist, your bat should almost bean extension of your forearm.” (“WinningTable Tennis” by Dan Seemiller and MarkHolowchak)Try to follow these simple instructionsand get ready for another table tennisstroke in the next article.See you Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.,Fridays from 1 to 3 p.m. and Saturdays from1 to 3 p.m. Come join the fun and exercise.If you have any questions, call Lucy at 854-0911 or Dorothy at 861-5564. Have a greatmonth. Vas Murthy, M.D.Friendship Family Practice■ Board Certified American Board of Family Practice■ Certified in Geriatrics (Elderly) Medicine■ Medicare Assignment Accepted■ Cigna, BC & BS PPC■ On Staff at Munroe Regional & Ocala Regional HospitalsMedical Park West8150 SW SR 200 Suite 100Ocala, FL 34481-7756873-1010Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Fri. 9 a.m.-noonAppointments PreferredPhoto by Larry ResnickYoga at SholomOn a beautiful spring morning in April, Adela Anderson invited fiveother yoga instructors of the area to participate in a Yoga Patch Work.Each instructor taught a different segment of the class and shared theirteaching techniques to a group of 80 individuals.ShuffleboardClaude ServaisInstructions for more advanced playersare available every Wednesday morning,unless there is a tournament held on thatday.There was a competition with Oak Run atour facilities on April 1.The On Top of the World managementhas donated two sticks to the club, and isin the process of procuring new benchesfor the courts. These will be supplied in thecoming year.May 2 will be the last meeting for the outgoingboard, while the new board will meetfor the first time on June 6.On April 8, the 15th Annual Jack HuardMemorial Tournament was held at On Topof the World Shuffleboard Courts. It is veryinteresting to note that the winner of thefirst tournament held 15 years ago was VitoChieco, who also took part in this year’s affair.This year, 32 participants took time offtheir busy schedules to come and honorthe memory of the man called Mr. Shuffleboard.The On Top Of The World ShuffleboardClub was organized on May 19, 1986. JackHuard was elected vice president on that occasion,and proceeded to become the firstshuffleboard instructor at the club.He later became president, and contributedto the club until 1994.The initial membership was 55 and grewto 240 members over the years. Presentmembership, as mentioned in last month’sarticle is 194. Therefore, we have room togrow.The finalists in this year’s tournamentwere Tony Manzo and George St. Denis.The winner was Tony Manzo with GeorgeSt Denis clinching second place.It would be appreciated if residents ofOn Top of the World would tell their visitingteenagers that they should wear sometype of footwear. It is not acceptable to playbarefoot.Evening is a great time to practice yourgame. However, it would be appreciatedif players, upon completion of their play,would not only turn off the lights, but alsosecure the cover to the light control box.I have found it open on several occasions,and fortunately, the rains have beenfew and far between.One interesting turn of events is takingplace. I don’t know about the other groupswithin our league, but our Wednesday teamhas seen an increase in the number of playersshowing up every week since the decisionto allow members to participate onother days than their regular scheduledteam time.If you have had the same experience, Iwould like to hear from you.Winners for MarchMenMonday a.m.: Leo BlumenthalMonday p.m.: Vito ChiecoTuesday p.m.: Joe VeresWednesday p.m.: Al RommelThursday a.m.: Cass Dittrich, Dan Gawkowskiand Greg RasmussenFriday a.m.: Dino FiocchiWomenMonday a.m.: Rita BlumenthalMonday p.m.: Helen FoskettTuesday p.m.: Betty CheethamWednesday p.m.: Elaine ServaisThursday a.m.:Dorothy SmithFriday a.m.: Lynn HagnerNext month, a blurb on rules and etiquette.Happy “shuffleboarding.” Welcomes New StylistsKaty, Lottie, Judith & Jaime • formerly of Hair CutteryCome see your favorite stylist today. 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22 The World News® May 2006100GrandparentsBarbara GreenwoodWe had a beautiful day to go to RomeoElementary School on May 13. Since weweren’t there in March because of FCATtesting, you can be sure that we were allready and excited for this trip.It was touch and go right down to thewire as to whether we would have enough“grandparent” readers for every classroom.Many of our group were visiting with familyor had other things going on and wereunable to attend. We needed replacementreaders, and we had one day to find them.Thanks to Margitta Clatterbos, whoworked diligently to help solve the problem,we did get some volunteers. Sheworked right into the evening, and she wassuccessful. Gwyn Champlin, Linda Hein andBill Shampine were just the right people tofill the bill. We also had a new volunteer, PatRussell, who expressed interest in joiningthe group. Millie Mobley read to two classeswhich meant the situation was solved. Everyclass had a “grandparent.” Thank you toeach of you. We truly appreciate your help.The month of May, being the last monthof this school year, will be very busy. Thelast day of school is May 18. It seems asthough there are exciting things going onalmost every one of those days.We will be visiting on May 11. Becausemany of our “grandparent” readers will begoing north or will be enjoying their plannedvacation trips, we will again be in need ofvolunteers. There are 43 classrooms filledwith children who look forward to our visits.If you think you would like to give ourgroup a try, or see if it is something youwould like to be a part of, please call Barbaraat 873-2819.Let me give you some insight as to whatyou would be involving yourself in. We goto Romeo Elementary School in Dunnellononce a month on a Thursday morning. Aschool bus picks us up in the parking lotof the Health & Recreation Center at approximately9:30 a.m. (We try to be there by9:15 in case the bus arrives early.) When wearrive at the school, we are always greetedwarmly. We go into the Media Center wherethe announcement is made that the “Grandparents”have arrived. Two children fromeach class come to direct us to our assigneddestination. The nicest children you couldimagine greet us with beautiful smiles orapplause. Everyone is seated either at theirdesks or on the floor in a half circle aroundyou. Books that have already been chosenfor you to read are waiting on the chair foryou. You have the opportunity to interactwith the children about the story you arereading or listen to a child relate an experiencethat the story brought to their mind. Itis an excellent way to spend a morning.The school bus has us back in our H&Rparking lot at approximately noon time.Did I mention the delightful treats? Danishes,brownies, cookies, fruit, coffee, tea,juice and water are all in abundance, displayedin a beautiful setting just for us.Did I mention the hugs, the warmth thatthe children exhibit, their sparkling eyesand their beautiful faces? Well, it’s all therein that school. And, when we are sitting onthe bus riding back, we too are smiling, recountingexperiences in the classroom, andthinking about those wonderful kids andlooking forward to our next visit with them.This is one of the most rewarding volunteeropportunities you can have. So please thinkabout coming with us on May 11. We’d loveto have you join us.There is no obligation if you decide tocome out. You can attend every month, orjust come on the months that you are available.Our ongoing projects that benefit theschool children are the backpack programand the labels from Campbell soups andGeneral Mills products.The backpack program is one that supplies“Food for Kids.” Each Friday afternoon,a number of students in need takes homean extra backpack when they leave school.The backpack may contain individual sizedpop-top cans of tuna, ham, Spam, chicken,different pastas, soups, fruit or any varietyof individual packaged crackers. It mayalso contain small boxes of cereal, breakfastbars, or small (low sugar) cereal bars.Children who might have had to go withouta meal over the weekend will receive oneof these back packs. All of us in On Top ofthe World can contribute to this very worthwhileprogram. When you are doing yourown food shopping, you could pick up oneor two of the above listed items and dropthem off at the home of Elliott and MarlynBarbour. They have provided a tote locatedon their front porch, 8680-H SW 94th St. Mr.and Mrs. Barbour deliver these food itemsto Interfaith Emergency services specificallyfor the backpack project.The labels we collect come from some ofthe food products we all eat. Campbell’s,General Mills, Betty Crocker, Pillsbury,Green Giant, V-8 and Ziploc storage bagsare just a few of the food industries whoparticipate. Before you discard that can orbox, check and see if there is a picture ofthe “Campbell Kid” or a square on the packagethat says either “Labels for Education”or “Box Tops for Education.” If you wouldplease clip any of these, and deliver themthe next time you go to the H&R Center,you would be contributing 10¢ per labelto a fund held in the school that benefitsthe children in need of underwear, socks,etc. There is a “Red School House” locatedunder the staircase in the lobby where youmay place these labels.The 100 Grandparent Volunteers thankall of you who have already been takingpart in these projects. By doing so, you havehelped numerous children in need.Please think about becoming part of ourgroup in any of the ways suggested. Forfurther information call Barbara, 873-2819.Wishing you a summer full of delight. D’ClownsPaula MagenAh, May … the fifth month of the year,having 31 days, from Maia, the goddess ofgrowth. And are we ever seeing that aroundOn Top of the World!It was another busy month for D’Clowns.The Shutterbugs, the new photographyclub, met with our group at Sholom Parkon a perfect spring day for a photo shoot.We all had such fun posing with our propssingly and in groups. I have seen some ofthe photos and they are terrific. Thank you,Shutterbugs.At our monthly show for the Memory SupportUnit at Summerville, we were joined bynew clown “Skittles,” otherwise known asKatherine Anshewitz. We welcome her andknow she is going to be a super addition.All eight of us had a good time doing newand old skits, singing oldie songs, and performingmagic tricks. The residents lovedthe balloon toss, the Chicken Dance andHokey Pokey. As always, CoCo did a superbalancing act. We enjoy going there and theresidents have gotten to know us.Every few weeks we join the exerciseclass at TimberRidge Nursing Home. Theylove having us there to motivate them andwe love being there. Afterwards we visit theresidents in their rooms. Clown FiFi was abig hit with her life-like dog Daisy. We liketo give out beads and clown stickers. Wewill attend the annual volunteer breakfaston April 27.Chambrel at Pinecastle is a beautiful residencefor independent and assisted livingresidents. Our “Walk About” turned out tobe a show for the people. What a bright andreceptive group they were. They enjoyedour skits, jokes and singing. Clown “Sparkles,”aka Susan Moody, made her debut.She looked terrific.April 15 is one of our highlights of theyear. A huge undertaking, Eggstravaganza,sponsored by Signature Brands, will havean Easter egg hunt, egg and cookie decorating,rides and face painting, tattoos and balloons.Thousands of children are expected.D’Clowns will be doing a show for MarionWoods. This is a first time for us and wehave been invited to have lunch with theSTAGECOACHTRANSPORTATION SERVICEPrivate Non Stop Service To Your Door!residents. We are looking forward to it.At the end of April you can find D’Clownsat the balloon arc finish line greeting thewalkers with our water guns and bubbles.It is the annual March of Dimes fundraiserwhich we participate in every year.We have just started to plan for May althoughwe are starting to slow down. Therewill be two meetings, our monthly show forSummerville and the TimberRidge exerciseclass and “Walk About.” Just when we thinkour programs are winding down, we wereinvited to the Marion ARC fundraiser calledHog Day in June. It should be interesting asthere will be a raffle for a Harley Davidson, amotorcycle poker run, a band and vendors.We will also be doing a children’s summerschool program that we do every year.Whew … need time to catch my breath …but we love what we do. We are a fun group.Check us out. Come to a meeting the firstand third Monday at 1:30 p.m. in Suites Band C of the Arbor Conference Center. We’llhelp you with all aspects of clowning. Forinformation call Paula at 873-3433. Pennsylvania ClubPat UtissBecause of publication deadlines, I mustwrite this column before we go to Jai Alai.You will have to wait until next month’s columnto see if any of our attendees make alot of money.On May 10, we will have our annual picnic.This year, we are having the picnic atthe Arbor Conference Center in our regularmeeting place, Suites E and F. We madethe change because, for the last few yearswe have had all of the possible weather extremeson our picnic day. Having the picnicat the Arbor Conference Center givesus some protection. There will be our usualoutdoor games, and bingo. Please bring acovered dish and your table service. Drinkswill be provided.We hope to see all members and potentialmembers. Remember, the picnic will beginat 3 p.m. on Wednesday, May 10. Singles ClubGarda FacciOur mid-month gathering in March was apicnic at Rainbow Springs. As the forecastwas for thunderstorms, some decided notto attend but it turned out to be a perfectday. No showers and enough clouds to keepit from being too warm. Jeanne Stanley wasin charge and supplied tablecloths andflowers for each table. The location was excellent,overlooking the swimming area anddock, yet close to all the facilities. Jean alsoprovided music and kept us all laughingwith her ready wit and humorous observations.It was a great day.Custom window coverings to fit your style!867-1625FREE In-Home Consultation& EstimatesEach Franchise Independently Owned and Operatedwww.budgetblinds.comOur monthly meeting was held in the ArborConference Center with our president,Viola Horton, presiding.It was announced that there would be asingles table every Friday night at the ArborClub Happy Hour and also a singles tableat the May 6 dance in the Ballroom so youwouldn’t need a partner in order to attend.Come and join us at the singles table.The nominating committee suggested thefollowing members as the executive boardfor the following year: president, Diane Kirol;vice president, Larry Hills; secretary,Nancy Grant; treasurer, Carlene Cavanaugh;and membership, Mary Vedder.The president called for nominations foreach of these positions from the floor but asthere were none, the above will be installedat the next meeting, which will be on May11 at Juliette’s in Rainbow Springs Golf andCountry Club. A cash bar will open at 11:30a.m. and lunch will be at 12:30 p.m.Our next monthly meeting will be September14 at 2 p.m. in Suites G and H of theArbor Conference Center.Our support and prayers all go with ournewly elected president, Diane Kirol. Wewish Betty Ruf all the best in her journey toNew York. We will sorely miss her. She hasbeen a dedicated member of our club formany years.May the summer months be filled withhappy memories and we hope to see you allagain in the fall. Have a great summer. Check out our greatselection of styles including:Shutters • Draperies • Wood BlindsHoneycomb Shades • Roller ShadesVertical Blinds • SilhouettesWoven Wood and more!Professional Measuring & InstallationAIRPORTTRANSPORTATIONOrlando-SanfordTampa-GainesvilleOver 13 years serving Marion County352-572-6432352-854-6642Licensed & InsuredLocally Owned

May 2006 The World News® 23Southern ClubCharlotte HancockThe food on the Southern Club’s buffetline just keeps getting better and better.Who can resist cornbread, greens and allthe great casseroles? The desserts are deliciousfrom the cakes to the lemon pies.We love singing “Happy Birthday” and“Happy Anniversary” to all our membersand guests. The support we get from themembership is the backbone of our cluband we welcome new members.Our entertainment for April was the CherrywoodSongbirds, Taps on Tops and MissAngie. It was a wonderful performance. TheTaps on Tops imitation of the slinky junglecat and surroundings was great. Miss Angie’srendition of “My Way” brings a tear tothe eye. Thanks to all the performers.We have a slate of officers for next year:president, Jeanne Stanley; vice president,Charlotte Hancock; secretary, Donna Howe;and treasurer, Jean Monroe. The slate ofofficers was approved and they will be installedduring the May meeting. The Northern Lights are shining bright.Our first “night” meeting followed by horsd’oeuvres and entertainment by the Swingin’Singin’ Seniors was a great success. Ifyou have not been entertained by the Swingin’Singin’ Seniors for any On Top of theWorld club, we highly recommend them.We had 48 in attendance and we welcomedfour new members.A big thank you to Ann Ellis, BarbaraMcArdle and Ruth Kuntar for coordinatingthe food and decorating the tables withfresh flowers.Our next meeting will be May 13, followedby chocolate fondue, hosted by JeanneWells and Sue Joyce. The activity will be thegame Pictionary.We still have room for a few more membersso come and see what we are all about.Our goal is to have fun and get to know ourOn Top of the World neighbors. Dues are $5per person per year. Our year runs from Novemberto November.See you at the next meeting. PROFESSIONAL • THOROUGH • OLD FASHIONED SERVICE • ATTENTIVE • STATE-OF-THE-ARTNorthernLightsFellowshipBible StudyAlice GeyerWe completed our review of the eventsleading to the Crucifixion and Resurrectionon the first Easter Day at our last meetingprior to Easter. There was no class Mondayfollowing the Holy Day.What will be our next study topic? We’llfind this out when we meet May 1. Pleasejoin us in Meeting Room 3 of the CraftBuilding.“He is risen! He is risen indeed!” This wasthe Easter morning greeting among manyChristians throughout the world—confirmationthat we know Jesus Christ has risenfrom death to eternal life. Just as lambs weresacrificed in the temple for many years,Jesus was the ultimate (once for all)atonement; taking on Himself the sins of allwho will believe and trust in Him for theirredemption.It is our privilege to live in the joy thisassurance brings to us. Joy for myself is nota “me first” attitude. It is Jesus first—tryto live as He taught. Others second—mythoughts and actions do affect others (amI generous, forgiving, helpful?) Third comesmyself—greed, envy, hatred and other negativeforces should be erased when I experiencethe J and the O. M-yself will be content,happy, JOY-ful.St. Paul wrote in Phillipians 3: 12 … “Notthat I have already obtained all this, or havealready been made perfect, but I press onto take hold of that for which Christ Jesustook hold of me. Brothers, I do not considermyself yet to have taken hold of it. But onething I do: Forgetting what is behind andstraining toward what is ahead, I press ontoward the goal to win the prize for whichGod has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.”And here I am, “pressing on toward thegoal.” Many of us are. Studying God’s word,the Bible, is a step along the way. Will youjoin us? For more information call AliceGeyer at 237-3059. K-9Social ClubPaul KnightThe K-9 Social Club will meet on Sunday,May 7, at the On Top of the World Dog Parkat 7 p.m. This will be the last meeting of thisyear and will see the return of Jim Granleefrom the Sonningeshaus Training Kennel.He wants to work with our dogs on this trip.He was a very informative speaker last falland we look forward to this meeting.Again, the club would like to thank OnTop of the World for providing and maintainingthe Dog Park. It has been a wonderfuladdition to our lives. New York/New JerseyTerry ZarrellaThe covered dish held in March was yetagain another success. Many kudos to allthat made the day a success. The chickenthis year was outstanding! With Gloria Aiellohelping me serve the chickens in twolines all 100 members were served andseated within 15 minutes … that’s a record!The covered dish is always popular and agreat opportunity to meet all the new membersand socialize and just have good oldfashionedfun.Our April meeting had the Swingin’Singin’ Seniors. I’m sure everyone who attendedhad a great time. The Saint (a/k/amy husband Andy) and I were cruising withGlo Hutchings, our VP, and her husband,Sherm, and Frank Palotta, the second VP,and his wife, Jackie. Gloria Aiello mannedthe meeting for us.Don’t forget at our May meeting we willEXPERIENCED • PROFESSIONAL • T H O R O U G H • O L D FA S H I O N E D S E RVICE •OPEN SATURDAYSNew Patients Accepted • Walk-Ins WelcomeDr. Adam AlpersBoard CertifiedDOT PhysicalsFAA Cert. Pilot PhysicalsImmigration PhysicalsDiagnostic Ultrasound& X-Ray on PremisesADMISSIONS TOLOCAL HOSPITALSProviding Old-Fashioned Service in Today’s Busy WorldFamily Practice861-5444IrishAmerican ClubC.M. CaseySpring definitely has sprung at On Topof the World and now is the time to get outand have a little funOn May 13 we will sponsor our last socialevent until the fall and would like to extendan invitation to all our friends and neighborsto attend our “Spring Double Header”which will take place in the Health & RecreationBallroom. Catering will be by Bruceand will consist of chicken, veggies, dessertOpen: Monday thru Friday 8:30 am to 5 pm • Saturday 9 am to 1 pm103rd St. Plaza • 8602A SW Hwy 200, OcalaAcross from Publix, Next to Big LotsMEDICARE • BC/BS • AETNA • CIGNA • TRI-CARE • UNITED • AND MOST INSURANCESEXPERIENCED • PROFESSIONAL • T H O R O U G H • O L D FA S H I O N E D S E RVICE •PROFESSIONAL • THOROUGH • OLD FASHIONED SERVICE • ATTENTIVE • STATE-OF-THE-ARThold the fourth annual “Not So NewlywedGame.” This is a very popular event for ourclub. I already have three couples signedup. I would like to have a few new membersparticipate this year … so please see me atthe beginning of the meeting in May if youare interested. This year we are upping thefirst place gift prize to $30. It is a gift certificateto a local restaurant. I host this eventevery year and I don’t know who has morefun, the contestants or moi!Our “Members of the Month” are Sid andElaine Hersh. This wonderful couple haslived at On Top of the World for almosteight years and have been married 46 years.Sid (the big bear) he’s so cute and cuddly,loves to play cards and goes to the gym. Heloves strolling in Sholom Park taking in itsserenity and lovely atmosphere. Elaine, onthe other hand, is like parsley, in everything!She plays Mah Jongg, Canasta, played Boccefor many years, active in the Theatre Group,a member of the Swingin’ Singin’ Seniors,active in the Variety Shows, she heads thewater aerobic classes in summer, a memberof the Reader’s Theatre, was chairmanof 50/50 at the Friendship Club and alsowith the help of her husband Sid volunteersher services at the Crescent Ridge picnics.Don’t ever tell her there’s nothing to do atOn Top of the World: she’ll roll on the floorlaughing her head off. She’s a great gal, verypopular and very extroverted … that’s whyopposites attract … and why she’s beenhappily married to the “Big Bear” Sid.This month’s thought for the day: “Youdon’t stop laughing because you are old …you grow old because you stop laughing.”To all our residents going north for thesummer have a safe trip up and back andwe look forward to seeing you in September.and beverages. Entertainment for the eveningwill be our double entertainers, whichconsist of Jim Moody, a comedian, and theSingin’ Swingin’ Seniors. We are very fortunateto get Jim and the seniors, as they bothare very popular acts.All club members may obtain their dinnertickets in the H&R Ballroom between8:30 and 10 a.m. on May 1. Tickets will beavailable for all residents on May 3 and May5 between 8:30 and 10 a.m. at the Ballroom.The club will host the Pub being open; however,it will be a cash bar. Come out and enjoythe evening with us.Our present officers have agreed to a newterm of office. They are John Dieckman,president; Marge Moore, vice president; andJoe O’ Brien, treasurer. They have done afantastic job and we look forward to havingthem as our officers in the coming year.Please remember, if you have not paidyour dues, do so on May 13 as you will findJoe seated at the very front table once youenter the Ballroom. If he is not available,anyone will point him out to you. You mayalso write a check and send it to Joe O’Brien;he is listed in the On Top of the World directory.Cost of the dues is $5.At this time we would like to thank all ofour callers and set up crew. These are ourbehind-the-scenes heroes who do a fantasticjob for the club.We would also like to recognize Edie Dieckmanfor the wonderful job she does withthe decorations and flowers and last but notleast to all our members who help make ourevents a success. You are phenomenal andare always there when we need you.Until next time “May your troubles befew and your blessings be more.”

24 The World News® May 2006Women of theWorldBetty ThayerWhat a busy April Women of the Worldhad. On April 2, we hosted a benefit dancefor Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault, raising$400 for their center. Northern Soundsprovided the music and if you like to dancetheir assortment of music got you up onyour feet. The dance floor was full and forthose with less then talented feet, clappingand humming along to their favorite melodiescould be heard. A big thank you to allof the residents who came out to supportthis worthwhile event.On April 7, Women of the World held itsannual Fashion Show to benefit Hospice.This sell-out event surpassed all prior fashionshows, raising $2,300 for Hospice. Specialthanks go out to our wonderful spousesand friends, those men who became waitersfor a day in support of this deservingPhoto by Larry ResnickCeilia Coletta (seated, in pink jacket)is presented with one of the manydoor prizes that were won at theWomen of the World Fashion Show.cause. Also thanks to our lovely memberswho modeled the wonderful outfits availablefor this show. Special appreciation forall the work that our members put into creatingthe 52 baskets used in our raffle. Anda very heartfelt thank you to all the volunteerswho helped make this year’s successfulshow a reality. In addition the co-ordinationprovided by Vivian Brown, who chairedthis year’s event, made it all flow smoothly.Lastly the overwhelming support from allwho attended, once again, made this a sellout event. Thank you for your generosity.Our May 5 meeting will be the last untilwe resume in September. This is our “thankyou” meeting for our members. Our charityis “Stuff The Bus” so bring school supplies.The Fun Time Cloggers will be on hand toentertain us as we look back over our successful2005-06 year.Our meetings are on the first Friday ofthe month at the Arbor Conference Centerbeginning at 1 p.m. All ladies residing in theOn Top of the World communities are invitedto attend. In theSpotlightPat WellingtonLiz MillesonUntil this past year, world traveler LizMilleson considered herself very lucky in hertravels. After all, on her first safari to Kenyaon her 70th birthday, she enjoyed a privatetent complete with porch, flush toilet and ahouseboy at her beck and call. She had herown private driver and even adopted a rhinonamed Morono whose mother had beenslaughtered by poachers. Every trip she’dtaken seemed to be more fabulous than theprevious one — India, Thailand, Hong Kong— you name it; she was there.Then in 2006, having run out of places inthe world to see, friends jokingly suggestedBora Bora. The joke persisted until she finallybooked passage on a Holland Americanship destined for the Pacific area madefamous by writer James Michener. But thistime the voyage appeared cursed.By the time the ship made port at the firstof the Hawaiian Islands, 14 passengers hadbeen removed for medical treatment, ailmentsunspecified. Then the stop at ChristmasIsland was cancelled, no reason given.Increasingly, passengers were stricken withbronchial infections, though Liz was sparedinitially. Added to this, the much-anticipatedisland Michener described so lavishlywas - in a word — disappointing. By thetime the ship returned to San Diego, threepeople aboard had died and scores morewere afflicted with the mysterious infection.Liz made it home to Ocala in tact butwas ill for the next 10 days.An optimist, she prefers to rememberthe “uncursed” trips. To trigger those memories,she’s compiled a number of largeposter boards commemorating her travels.There’s Liz in Africa dining al fresco at aLiz at Camp Masa Mara, Africa, andMoronosmall table covered with a linen tablecloth.She might have been photographed at agarden party were there not a gaggle of lionsromping a few yards away. There she isin Agra in the temple, holding a picture ofHillary Clinton someone had removed fromthe wall to enhance Liz’s photograph. Anddozens of other photos taken all over theworld.Born in Arkansas to teacher parents, Lizwas bitten by the travel bug when she andher first husband, both college students atthe time, drove from Hot Springs to Acapulco.In their hotel she encountered then cinemaidol Walter Pidgeon, which confirmedher belief that travel was greatly romantic.In addition to world travel, Liz has campedin just about every major national park.But in 1987, when second husbandPaul was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, shethought her traveling days were over. Butthey weren’t. She carefully put together anAmazon River trip that Paul could handle.And once aboard, she instructed the staffhow to preserve his dignity. The trip, shesaid, went off without a hitch.Today, though still a tad weak from theBora Bora fiasco, her thoughts automaticallyturn toward a future adventure. 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26 The World News® May 2006R/C FlyersJim LynamThe On Top of the World R/C Flyerswould like to wish Happy Mother’s Day toall the women of On Top of the World, andespecially to the women in the R/C Lady-Birds. Ladies, we certainly hope that youenjoy your special day!May also is the month to observe MemorialDay. It is the national holiday to honorall those who have gone before us, but especiallythose women and men who servedin the military forces. As members of theR/C Flyers, it would be a fitting tribute tobring your models of military aircraft to thefield on Memorial Day for display or flying.Contest Director Doug Ensley reportedon the IMAA Giant Scale meet held on April1. The event drew more than 30 airplanesand 24 pilots from as far away as Atlantaand Panama City. The noon show includedan excellent helicopter demo flight alongwith some wild aerobatics by Jack Noellfrom Noell’s Hobbies. A photojournalistfrom the University of Florida at Gainesvillewas present to photograph and documentsenior citizen activities. She was in shockand awe watching the “seniors” fly the giantscale aircraft.Doug would like to thank the followingchairpersons for the tremendous successof the IMAA event: Jim Ellis, field preparation;Jay Hartz and Howard Rutkowski,safety; Sid and Adella Sherman, transmitterimpound; Herb Brokhof and John Mataya,registration; Hud Huddleston, parking; Patand Glenn Angle and Barb Ellis, food; BobEmery, raffle; Tom Jellifer, photographer;Ed Beck, sound system; Bob Wroblewski,announcer; On Top of the World administration,posters, gate passes, tables, andWeb page. But most of all, the R/C Flyerswish to thank all the residents of On Topof the World who came out to support andcheer for the participants!Field Marshal Jim Ellis reported that theentire field was mowed and the canopy wasreplaced before the IMAA meet. The newprototype starting table was constructedby Bob Trebilcock and is ready for use andevaluation by members. Jim also thankedthe volunteers who mowed the field andhelped set up and restore the field afterthe IMAA meet in April. Safety Officer JayHartz will order the new transmitter channelnumber tags for the impound board.The On Top of the World R/C Flyerswould like to welcome Pete Finan as ournewest Model Resident at On Top Of TheWorld. The club wishes the best of Lifestylewith Altitude to Pete. The On Top ofthe World R/C Flyers wish to congratulateTony Lonigro for earning his Solo Pilotaward and wings. The “prestigious travelingtrophy” was presented to Don Owensfor the month of March. The Golden KEYaward was presented to Doug Ensley. Allmembers of the R/C Flyers and spouses areinvited to attend the breakfast being heldat the 105th St. Methodist Church on thesecond Saturday of each month at 7:30 a.m.The club is also in the process of purchasingadditional On Top of the World R/C Flyers’hats and shirts. If you would like a newhat or shirt, be sure to talk with one of theofficers. Glenn Angle reports that he stillhas some On Top of the World R/C Flyers’license plates available.Members going north for the summer arereminded to give Bob Emery or Norm Wileyyour e-mail and/or address while absentfrom On Top of the World so the club maykeep you informed about events and importantbusiness items.All On Top of the World residents arewelcome to visit our R/C Model Airport.The view is beautiful and it is just plain funto watch our members fly model aircraft.The field is located just past the Arbor Clubat the end of Southwest 94th Street. A signat the end of the pavement provides directionsto the field. Each one of our memberswould gladly explain how these aircraft operateand discuss the possibility of new personsentering the hobby. Learning to fly radiocontrolled model aircraft is easier withthe help of our friendly club instructors.Club applications are available at the flyingfield or from any club officer. The R/C Flyers meetings will be held on the firstMonday of each month at 9 a.m. in the ArborConference Center, Suites B and C. TheMay 1 meeting will be the last general clubmeeting until the October 2 fall meeting.As a safety reminder, in compliancewith liability insurance, the club asks thatall spectators and visitors to the field mustremain behind the fence line, and are notallowed in the pit area. Remember: Safety isNo Accident! R/C LadyBirdsCarolyn MillardSpringtime has been quite busy and productivefor the LadyBirds.The annual Rags to Riches event was themost successful of its kind that the Lady-Birds sponsored. In addition to the treasuresthat were sold, many of the LadyBirdsenjoyed the camaraderie that comes withparticipating in such an event. Everyonehad a great time. Thank you Linda Ward foryour leadership!At the regular April meeting, the new officersfor the upcoming year were elected.Congratulations to: Mary Jo Wiley, president;Linda Ward, vice president; Evie Hartz,secretary and Bobbie Ellis, treasurer. TheseLadyBirds will be installed to their respectiveoffices on May 12 at the Bella Luna Restaurant.A special thank you is extended to ouroutgoing officers, President Gloria Scicluna,Vice President Michaele Beyer, SecretaryMary DeGirolamo, and Treasurer ReneBeck. Your leadership for the past year wasappreciated.Also at the meeting, our guest speakerBill Beachle from B & S Backflow Preventiongave us numerous tips on preventive carefor the plumbing equipment in our homes.After the meeting, several LadyBirds hadlunch at our very own Pub.The ‘50s Party was great fun for all of us.Some of the outfits and dancing to the musicof that time brought back many memories.Of course, the food is always great atthese events. Thanks to Jean Jarmel and hercommittee for a fun evening!The return of The “Amazzing” Steel DrumEnsemble on April 29 was a success. The LadyBirdscollected donations, which fund thesummer camp in which young people learnhow to construct and play instruments inaddition to learning leadership skills. Wewere proud to be part of this communityproject to support this activity sponsoredby this non-profit group. Thank you ReneBeck for your leadership!New project! Mary Jo Wiley and TeklaKrause would like to put together a Lady-Bird Recipe Book and would welcome anycontributions by LadyBird members. Thefood is always very good at our events, andwe would like to share these delectable creationswith each other. Please feel free tocontact Mary Jo or Tekla with your ideas! FriendshipAmateur RadioEd BrendleThirty-four people attended the Aprilmeeting of the Friendship Amateur RadioClub. The FARC’s Club Call is N4FRC. TheFARC’s Scholarship fund, initiated by Donand Elizabeth Hatfield, KE4PMB remainsin the club’s treasury awaiting disposition.Members were reminded that the annualdues are now due.The QCWA will hold its meeting on April27 at the Florida Buffet (Whistle Stop) at11:30 a.m. at 3933 E. Silver Springs Blvd.Stephanie’s Computer Tip for MayBY STEPHANIE ROHDEAny “Ham” with 25 years as an amateurmay attend and join or bring guests.The FARC will be purchasing equipmentfor club presentations. A flipchart of bulletinboards will enhance the presentations.The Florida QSO Party was April 22. TheFARC will participate in 2M antennae constructionat the oncoming meetings; severalmodels will be constructed within groups.As a mobile unit, this antenna will providethe necessary transmission and receptionduring any disaster, which may require vitalcommunications.The next scheduled meeting will be May8 and all members are urged to attend andbring a guest.The FARC is open to all “Hams” and theirfamilies. If you are interested, and not currentlylicensed, the FARC has instructorswho can assist in teaching both Morse Codeand theory to help you earn your license.The FARC meets at the West SR 200 SheriffsAuxiliary Station the second Monday ofeach month. We have members who offertheir expertise in radio and computers. 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Enjoy!This tip brought to you by End The Clutter ETCwww.endtheclutter or call Steph at 873-2100OTOW Computer ClassesMay — July 2006Course Day & Time Dates Place InstructorBasic Computer Tuesday 1-2:20 p.m. June 13 Health & Recreation Stephanie RohdeBasic Computer Tuesday 1-2:20 p.m. July 25 Health & Recreation Stephanie RohdeComputer Maintenance Wednesday 1-2:20 p.m. May 31 Health & Recreation Stephanie RohdeComputer Maintenance Thursday 1-2:20 p.m. July 27 Health & Recreation Stephanie RohdeBasic Computer II Wednesday 1-2:20 p.m. June 14 Health & Recreation Stephanie RohdeBasic Computer II Wednesday 1-2:20 p.m. July 26 Health & Recreation Stephanie RohdeComputer Purchasing Monday 1-2 p.m. July 24 Arbor Club (Room TBA) Stephanie RohdeBasic Internet Thursday 1-2:20 p.m. May 11 Health & Recreation Stephanie RohdeBasic Internet Friday 1-2:20 p.m. July 28 Health & Recreation Stephanie RohdeOutlook Express Wednesday 1-2:20 p.m. May 10 Health & Recreation Stephanie RohdeBASIC COMPUTER — If you're new to computers, want to begin a fascinating journey or have never purchased acomputer, this first class is perfect for you. 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May 2006 The World News® 27ShutterbugsPhotographyMarilynn J. CroninMarch and April were busy months forthe Shutterbugs. The first executive committeewas elected: Gary S. Uhley, president;Al Savage, first vice president; Tom Fostig,second vice president; Etta Schechter, treasurer;and Marilynn Cronin CPS, secretary.The D’Clowns posed for the Shutterbugs’first shootout at Sholom Park. It was funand a wonderful learning experience forboth groups. Ray Cech has agreed to headup a committee to set up future “shootouts.”On April 11, Bruce and Leesa Sheldahl ofDigital Imaging Specialties Inc. gave a veryinformative presentation regarding thetypes of medium pictures can be printedon, (e.g., ceramic tiles, glass, shirts, cups,clocks, puzzles, mouse pads, license plates,etc.). Ritz Camera will give a presentationon photo files, file sharing and e-mailing.Framing is very important to photographersand essential in presenting theirwork.Paul and Ruth Felschow, who used toown a needlecraft and framing store in NewJersey, plan a presentation for May 9. Theywill demonstrate both matting and framingtechniques.Shutterbugs is also planning a PhotoShow and reception the week of November5 through 11; keep watch for furtherinformation. We are also setting up futurespeakers and presentations; please contactus if you would like to speak to our groupon a topic relative to photography or have arecommendation for speakers.All On Top of the World residents at allskill levels are welcome to join us in chartingthis new and exciting club. If you areinterested in learning how to take “better”photos of your grandchildren, pets, landscapes,etc., or would like more informationabout Shutterbugs, please contact GaryUhley at 854-8536 or e-mail at guhley@cfl.rr.com. SPCAGenevieve MallardiThe S.P.C.A. had the pleasure of viewinga film on EARS (Endangered Animal RescueSanctuary). The preparation of the sanctuarybefore, during and after the last hurricanewas something to see.We will be sending a letter to the DiamondCompany asking for information onwhat has been done to prevent contaminatedfood in the future. We lost three dogs inour area.Rainbow Ranch: A no-kill shelter. No petis turned away. Your S.P.C.A. plans a visitsoon and will tell you more about it in futurereports.We would like to start an S.P.C.A. PetFinders List. A picture and a few facts aboutyour pet is all that is needed. A call to Jodi at861-9765 or Genevieve at 237-1322 wouldstart the ball rolling. This could be a greatfactor in finding a lost pet.The Rags to Riches sale was a great success.You all couldn’t get enough of ourdoughnuts and coffee. Thank you! RuthWebb of On Top of the World won $50 andDee Manchester of Ocala Palms $30 in our50/50 chances.We meet on the third Thursday of themonth in Suite H of the Arbor ConferenceCenter. Come join us. Sunshine SingersBetty BarneyWe practice every first and third Mondayevening in the Ballroom of the Health & RecreationBuilding. We have room for threemore singers, so come and join us. Thereare no auditions and all that is required isthat you can carry a tune. It is a fun lovingand friendly group and we know that if youtry us, you will like us.We play at various nursing and assistedliving homes and are always well received.Hope to see some new faces in the group. GermanAmerican ClubRuth FelschowAt the April gathering, members of theGerman American Club discussed formingan election committee for October elections.The annual picnic will be May 9 from noonto 6 p.m. at the picnic area by the horseshoepits. There is a sheltered area for protectionfrom the sun. A charge in the amount of $3per person is requested to cover the costof bratwurst, hot dogs and charcoal. Clubmembers will be contacted and asked tobring salads, rolls, desserts etc.So come on out and join the fun. Guestsare welcome. This will be our last gatheringfor this season. There will be no meetingduring the month of June, July and August.Regular meetings will resume on Tuesday,September 12, at 6:30 p.m. at the ArborConference Center.We wish all our friends a safe and happysummer. The HarmonichordsBetty BarneyWe meet every Tuesday from 9 to 10 a.m.in Suite H of the Arbor Conference Center.We invite anyone interested in playing theharmonica to join us. If you have other musicaltalents, such as guitar, banjo, etc., youwill also fit right in. Variety is the spice oflife.In April, we visited Oakhurst, PalmGardens, Hampton Manor, a Presbyterianchurch and a life care center. We were wellreceived and as always enjoy entertaining.We resume practice in the fall, after takingthe summer off. The 2006-07 season isalready filling up fast.Again, come join us for the Tuesdaymorning practice. Italian-AmericanClubJerome E. CaudaWe’re still looking for a reporter. Here arethe club activities in April and a schedulefor May.During the April meeting, we had guestspeakers from the Sheriff’s Department.They presented an interesting talk on personalsecurity including a section on identityprotection. An interesting question andanswer session ended their presentation.The club needs volunteers to handle severalopenings on the board. There is an immediateneed for a treasurer and two boardmembers. If you are interested please contactMike or members of the board.The need exists for members to volunteerfor next year’s slate of officers.Tickets will be on sale for the club picnic,which will be at 3 p.m. June 7 in Suites E, Fand G in the Arbor Conference Center. Theprice is $5 for members and $7 for guests.Tickets will be available until May 26.For ticket sales after the May meetingcontact Mike at 861-9484. Great Lakes ClubAleta KlarasWe had ice cream sundaes for refreshmentsat our April meeting. All membersfrom Wisconsin were served first as thehonored state this month. Jim Hammondhad all members from Wisconsin introducethemselves, tell where they were from andhow long they have lived at On Top of theWorld.We were entertained by Bart Rich whosang many great songs from several pastdecades.President Mary Jo Hammond, both vicepresidents, Kay Chandler and RosemaryKlosterman, and the treasurer Gloria Hiltwill be returning next year in their same positions.The new secretary will be Pauline Sinsky.All will be installed at our May meeting.Our May meeting will be on May 2 at 3p.m. Refreshments will be barbecue sandwichesand chips. Following the meeting,we will play bingo. OperaTony DonatoOn May 3, this opera snowbird and hismate, Trudy, will fly back to Michigan forthe summer. Our eighth year at On Topof the World was as beautiful as the firstseven, and this summer we will probablyattempt to sell the northern residence andreside in On Top of the World permanentlyrather than for six months.It is too early now to make decisions regardingOpera Appreciation Class IX and2007. Perhaps it is better to wait severalmonths before selecting next year’s operas.In any event, 2007 should provide differentoperas, music, and feature some differentartists.The year 2006 saw our class numbersdrop to 13 from 19 in 2005. The big dropis cause for serious reappraisal of our objectivesand goals. This summer I shall givemore attention to our program and ways tobring about greater interest and improvement.Have a nice summer, and we will see youin October. 7860 SW 103rd St. Rd.,Building 100, Suite 2Ocala, FL 34486“My doctors wanted me to try physical therapy in thepast but I did not think it would help me. Boy was Iwrong!! I can now walk better & longer than I hadever imagined! Thanks Town & Country!”M.M.“I am able to do my everyday chores at home thatwere nearly impossible before coming to Town &Country Physical Therapy.”K.L.“I now have confidence! Since coming to Town &Country Physical Therapy, I am steadier on my feetthan I have been in years.”M.H.AnswerFrom Page 2: Bea Smith

28 The World News® May 2006Card Clubs & GamesMonday AfternoonBridgeGar Terheide &Sara AndersonMarch 131. Nel Bosschaart and Mary Carol Geck 2. RayDeitz and Gar Terheide 3. Ida Rosendahl andMyra Butler 4. Betty Morris and Fran GriswoldMarch 201. Esther Lang and Shirley Stolley 2. Betty Morrisand Fran Griswold 3. Ruth Chistman and DeloresConrad 4. Carl Woodbury and Mickey MartinMarch 271. Betty Morris and Fran Griswold 2. Ida Rosendahland Carol Thompson 3. Geri Cassens and EleanorGiardini 4. Gar Terheide and Sara AndersonApril 31. Elsie Helwig and Maizie Millward 2. Joan Loadand Mary Carol Geck 3. Ida Rosendahl and CarolThompson 4. Phyllis Zwick and Joe ZwickApril 101. Betty Morris and Fran Griswold 2. Ida Rosendahland Carol Thompson 3. Doris Keathley and MaryCarol Geck 4. Joe and Phyllis ZwickMonday NightBridgeShirley JohnsonMarch 131. Betty Barney 2. Charlie Slupe 3. Eleanor Giardina4. tie Gail Tirpak and Dorothy Baremen Cons. JanSmithMarch 201. Fran Griswold 2. Eleanor Giardina 3. Flo Penn 4.Nel Bosschaart Cons. Jan SmithMarch 271. May Holtz 2. Gar Terheide 3. Fran Griswold 4.Jan Smith 5. Ida Rosendahl Cons. Ron McNeillyApril 31. Carol Thompson 2. Ron McNeilly 3. CharlesSlupe 4. Jack Kyle Cons. Paul AgarwalApril 101. Fran Griswold 2. Ray Dietz 3. Mildred Lang 4.Ron McNeilly Cons. May HoltzTuesday AfternoonBridgeAgnes LaSala& Shirley JohnsonMarch 71. Shirley Stolley and Betty Morris 2. Geri Cassensand Eleanor Giardina 3. Shirley Johnson and GarTerheideMarch 141. Geri Cassens and Eleanor Giardina 2. Ray andLynn Dietz 3. Shirley Johnson and Gar TerheideMarch 211. Sara Anderson and John Mataya 2. MaryCulberson and Dick Mansfield 3. Geri Cassensand Eleanor Giardina 4. Betty Barney and MyraButlerMarch 281. Ruth Christman and Joe Zwick 2. Mary Culbersonand Dick Mansfield 3. Eleanor Giardina and GeriCassens 4. Betty Morris and Shirley StolleyTuesday NightDuplicateBill RainesWe welcome new duplicate bridge playersto our game. For more information, or tofind a partner, call 873. 0073. Last month’swinners are listed below.March 141. Ida Rosendahl and Dick Mansfield 2. Betty andBill Raines 3. Doris Keathley and Mary Carol Geck4. Marjorie and Bruce Benton 5. Ruth and HarryTindall 6. Doug Miller and Ernie LordMarch 211. Ruth and Harry Tindall 2. Ida Rosendahl andDick Mansfield 3. Betty and Bill Raines 4. DougMiller and Ernie Lord 5. Doris Keathley and MaryCarol Geck 6. Marjorie and Bruce BentonMarch 281. Ruth and Harry Tindall 2. Doug Miller and ErnieLord 3/4 (tie) Marjorie and Bruce Benton andBetty and Bill RainesApril 41. Ida Rosendahl and Dick Mansfield 2. Mary Kaldaand Marilyn Beardsley 3. Ida and Bill Carlson 4/5(tie) Joan Lord and Nel Bosschaart and JayneKaske and Betty Raines 6. Doug Miller and ErnieLord 7. Doris Keathley and Mary Carol GeckApril 111. Doris Keathley and Mary Carol Geck 2. IdaRosendahl and Dick Mansfield 3/4 (tie) Margieand Don Hink and Marjorie and Bruce Benton 5.Betty and Bill RainesSubmit Articles by E-mailto otownews@otowfl.comWednesday AfternoonBridgeFran GriswoldIt is indeed our pleasure to welcome ournewest newcomer, Janet Becker. We are alwayshappy to have a smiling face join us atour favorite game. A recent comment was,“I am glad to know there are no lessonsgiven.” We try very hard to adhere to thispolicy. We do not believe this is helpful toanyone, and very annoying to others at thetable. The time of year is fast approachingwhen we say goodbye to our friends leavingfor the summer. Please travel carefully, andremember, we look forward to seeing youon your return. We who stay here all yearshall continue to meet each Wednesday at12:30 p.m.March 151. Bernie Kelly 2. Ruth Goldstine 3. Shirley Stolly 4.May Holtz Cons. Elsie HelwigMarch 221. Betty Morris 5260 2. Esther Lang 3. HeleneSternberger 4. Elsie Helwig. Cons. Marlene SmithFloedkherMarch 291. Barbara Mundeloh 2. Phyllis Bressler 3. May Holtz4. Mary Culberson. Cons. Helene SternbergerApril 51. Jane Frost. 4660 2. Shirley Stolly 3. HeleneSternberger 4. Elsie Helwig Cons. Ann MahoneyWednesdayNightDuplicateDoris KeathleyMarch 151/2 (tie) Marry and Ruth Tindall and Bill and IdaCarlson 3. Doug Miller and Mary Carol BeckMarch 221. Ida Rosendahl and Doris Keathley 2. DougMiller and Mary Carol Beck 3. Phil and HazelMerchantMarch 291. Bill and Betty Raines 2. Ida Rosendahl andDoris Keathley 3. Don and Margie Hink 4. Harryand Ruth TindallApril 51. Bill and Ida Carlson 2. Charles Slupe and MaryCarol Geck 3. Bill and Betty RainesThursday AfternoonBridgeElsie HelwigMarch 21. Elsie Helwig 2. Claire Burgin 3. Fay Rumens andMarion Turbin (tie)March 91. Dolores Conrad 2. Elsie Helwig 3. Betty LeggMarch 161. Kay Wood 2. Phyllis Bressler 3. Marion Turbin 4.Claire BurginMarch 231. Shirlee Wolcott 2. Kay Wood 3. Ginnie BarrettMarch 301. Phyllis Bressler 2. Mary Guerrein 3. MarionWadeThursdayNight BridgeHelen DeGraw& Jan MoonMarch 161. Gar Terheide 2. Kay Wood 3. Jack Martin 4. SaraAnderson 5. Luke Mullen Cons. Miriam McNeillyMarch 231. Paul Agarwal 2. Fran Griswold 3. Geri Cassen 4.Gar Terheide 5. Mildred Lane Cons. Ron McNeillyMarch 301. Dick Mansfield 2. Lorraine Lamb 3. Ray Deitz 4.Fran Griswold Cons. Luke MullenApril 61. Agnes Weber 2. Lorraine Lamb 3. Gar Terheide4. Mickey Martin 5. Charles Slupe Cons. tie: HelenDegraw and Betty BarneyApril 131. Kay Wood 2. Edith Hunter 3. Betty Barney 4.Charles Slope Fran Griswold Cons. Elsie HelwigFridayAdvancedBridgeErnie & Joan LordFoursomes are required for this delightfulevening of Rubber Bridge. You may bringyour own or call 873-7642 for help in findingpartners. Or, if you wish, you may beadded to our substitute list until you findpartners.March 31. Geri Cassens 2. Georgia Steinwedel 3. MarionBrogan 4. Bill Hunter 5. Dick Mansfield Cons. ElsieMorickMarch 101. Phil Merchant 2. Peggy Bucci 3. Dick Mansfield4. Betty Barney 5. Hazel Merchant 6. Jayne KaskeCons. Jack Martin, Grand Slam Myra Butler andAgnes Weber (7C)March 171. Eleanor Giardina 2. Jayne Kaske 3. DickMansfield 4. Myra Butler 5. Don Hink Cons. KathieSpectorMarch 241. Harry Tindall 2. Betty Barney 3. Arline Duggan4. Ernie Lord 5. John Bucci Cons. Geri Cassens,Grand Slam Fay Rumens and Jim SmithMarch 311. Helen O’Brien 2. Myra Butler 3. Hazel Merchant 4.John Lord 5. Catherine Edwards 6. Dick MansfieldCons. Bill HunterCribbageDorothy SkillmanMarch 171. Gar Terheide 2. Doris Terheide 3. Ruth Christman4. Wade Underwood Cons. Glenn SaxonMarch 241. Mary Lu Chamberlain 2. Wade Underwood3. Alberta Sarris 4. Doris Terheide Cons. GregSkillmanMarch 311. Frank Chamberlain 2. Gar Terheide 3. RichardBeisler Cons. Greg SkillmanApril 71. Sheila Howell 2. Doris Terheide 3. Elsie Helwig4. Frank Chamberlain Cons. Greg SkillmanTuesdayNight PinochleViola HortonThis month saw the following new playersin the single deck room: Betty Buschman,Ed Fullner, Ann Marie Russo andGreg Skillman.We also had two new players in the Double/TripleDeck room, Margaret and Joe Sciarrino,and they were very lucky that night,coming in first at Table 1. Welcome to allthe new players. We are very glad to haveyou.On March 28, Lois and Vernon Uzzellwere very lucky in winning all five gameswhich was all that was played that night.The Single Deck room is still looking forpinochle players. So, if you play, come up tothe Art Room in the Craft Building at 5:45p.m. on Tuesday nights. Better than theboob tube.March 7Single Deck Winners1. Lois and Vernon Uzzell 2. Helene Reaney andAl NovotnyDouble/Triple WinnersTable 1. Margaret and Joe Sciarrino 2. Betty Rufand Jo Swing 3. Elsie Helwig and Dick BeuryMarch 14Single Deck WinnerCarole and Joe LackerDouble/Triple WinnersTable 1. Vi Horton 2. Virgil Taylor and Billy Swing3. Elsie Helwig and Jim MazzottaMarch 21Single Deck Winners1. Carole and Joe Lacker 2. Audrey Bartolotta andMillie FerrellDouble/Triple Deck WinnersTable 1. Ruth Christman, Margaret Sciarrino andJames Nottingham 2. Betty Ruf 3. Ann Pelham,Dick Beury and Harry Harrington 4. Mary Lou andFrank ChamberlainMarch 28Single Deck WinnerLois and Vernon UzzellDouble/Triple Deck WinnersTable 1. Ruth Christman, Margaret Sciarrino andVi Horton 2. Betty Ruf and Lucille Perry 3. HarryHarrington 4. Ray Bock and Virgil TaylorSaturday NightSingles PinochleElsie HelwigMarch 41. Lucille 2. Betty Ruf 3. Anne JagielskiMarch 111. Billy Swing 2. Charles Slupe 3. Jo SwingMarch 181. Harry Harrington 2. Ruth Christman 3. ViolaHortonMarch 251. Betty Ruf 2. Ed Fullmer 3. Ruth ChristmanFriday NightEuchreJoe AskenaseMarch 17Four-Handed Game1. Zane Barnet 2. (tie) Nancy Kowsky, Mary Nichols3. Joe Weber 4. (tie) Clarence Lietzow, DickTorzewski 5. (tie) Helen Foskett, Betty Scrivo 6.Joe Scrivo 7. Dot Weber 8. Lee Morgan 9. DoloresBarnett 10. (tie) Marcy Askenase, Marie Marquis11. (tie) Edith Kolb, Hank Kolb, Pat SnableSix-Handed Game1. Virgil Taylor 2. Shirley Coe 3. Maria France 4.Viola Horton 5. Pat LuisMarch 24Four-Handed Game1. Lee Morgan 2. Bill Eberle 3. (tie) Gitte Agarwal,Hank Kolb 4. Bridget Hughes 5. Joe Scrivo 6.Dolores Barnett 7. Joe Weber 8. Clarence Lietzow8. (tie) Zane Barnett, David Engelhardt 9. PatSnable 10. Dick TorzewskiFive-Handed Game1. Rich Miles 2. Shirley Coe 3. Helen Foskett 4. PaulAgarwalSix-Handed Gamel. (tie) Marcy Askenase, Viola Horton 2. MariaFrance 3. Virgil Taylor 4. Pat LuisMarch 31Four-Handed Game1. Clarence Lietzow 2. Billy Swing 3. (tie) ZaneBarnett, Rich Miles 4. Betty Scrivo 5. Joe Scrivo 6.(tie) Dolores Barnett, Nancy Kowsky, Pat Snable 7.Genny Brenner 8. Carol PolanowskiSix-Handed Game1. Joe Weber had a perfect score 2. (tie) PatLuis, Ray Bock 3. (tie) Bill Eberle, Lee Morgan 4.Vi Horton 5. Dot Weber 6. (tie) Marcy Askenase,Helen FoskettApril 7Four-Handed Game1. Genny Brenner 2. Zane Barnett 3. Dick Torzewski4. Pat Snable 5. Betty Scrivo 6. (tie) Dolores Barnett,Nancy Kowsky 7. (tie) Marge Fisher, Rich Miles 8.(tie) Bridget Hughes, Helen Foskett, ClarenceLietzow, Joe ScrivoSix-Handed Game1. Marcy Askenase 2. Vi Horton 3. Lou Fisher 4. BillEberle 5. Edith Kolb 6. Carol Polanowski 7. HankKolb

May 2006 The World News® 29BingoBunny BarbaWhere were you on March 29? More than350 of your fellow residents attended SuperBingo. We played 17 varied games at $50per game and three coveralls of $250 each.Congratulations to all of the lucky winners.In addition, Vicki Olson won a beautifulSwarovski crystal lighthouse donatedby Lemieux Diamond Company. Now aren’tyou sorry you missed it?Super Bingo was so successful that thefollowing Wednesday there was a jackpotgame of $250 with the money remainingfrom Super Bingo. All of the money taken infor the bingo cards is returned to the players.A huge vote of thanks to those volunteerworkers who made the games run sosmoothly and put in hours of hard work.Denise Johnson (team leader) and her ablecrew: Jimmy Johnson, Marie Columbo, JohnZZZ Grzeszczak, Carol Bell, Jane Lipps, JeanetteVolk and Myrt Benzing. The 50/50table which is really 70/30 with 70 percentof the money being returned to the playerswas in the capable hands of Mae Adams,Maryann Shahady and Gladys LaDuke withErnie Barba making sure all of the ticketsare properly mixed. (Note: I am still tryingto auction him off). Mort Meretsky didhis usual great job of calling the numbers.Don’t forget the lady working quietly (?)Movie Club DateMoves for MayBY MARY EHLEThe movie for May will be on the firstSunday of the month, May 7. Please markyour calendar for this change in date. Thisis because Mother’s Day is the second Sundayand we know that everyone will be treatinghis or her mom to a special day. Pleasenote that if you are a member of FriendshipClub, it too will be changed to this date. Weare two clubs that work hand in hand. Weare sister clubs.The movie will be “Flight Plan,” starringJodie Foster. It is a very exciting movie andI could not figure what was real and whatwas not. It is suspenseful right up to theend.Remember the movie is open to all residentsand if you are not a member it is noproblem. The cost is $2 payable at the door.The show starts at 6 p.m. See you there. Submit Articles by E-mailto otownews@otowfl.comMah JonggMary EhleThe new card is here and we are all inthe same place in our knowledge of what’swhat for a couple of weeks. It is the onetime of the year when we all need to “figureout” our hands. There are some really greathands. Everyone will be very happy to seethe “same” number hand is back. By nextmonth we will have it under control … yeah,right!I will be starting a new class the secondweek of May. It will be on Wednesdays. Ifyou are interested please give me a call at873-7507. I need to know how many studentsto prepare for. Hope you can make it.You need to get with it and learn this game.Just ask someone who plays and they willtell you how much fun they are having. Jokersto you all. Ask about Our Senior DiscountResidential & Commercial Storage352-867-8282behind the scenes to keep the entire Bingooperation running smoothly 11 months ayear, Lolly Foos. Great job everyone!Let us not forget our equipment andset up crew headed by Ernest and GladysLaDuke, working with Bob and Bonnie Terrantand Ernst and Anita Egert. This grouparrives early moves all the heavy equipment,sets up tables and chairs and makes surethe room is ready for the invading hordes.Now for the serious part of this column.There is to be no saving of seats. When youarrive you may save one seat in additionto your own. Your seat is not permanentlyglued to your backside, as some playersseem to think. If you have been occupyingthe same seat for the past 10 years it stilldoes not belong to you. If you are havingdinner in the Pub you may save a seat foryourself, but not for the six friends whomay be arriving later. We also notice thatseats are being saved for personal belongingssuch as purses and food containers.Books left on tables to save seats will beremoved. Please treat your fellow playerswith courtesy and respect.Many people bring snacks, sandwichesand drinks, etc. We ask that you pleaseclean up at the end of the evening. Our GorgeousGourmets always manage to leavetheir tables spotless. Thank you.Valid ID cards are required in order toplay. In the event you do not have your IDcard be prepared to show a Florida driver’slicense with an address in On Top of theWorld or Indigo East. You must sign in yourhouseguests and remain with them for theevening.Congratulations to Louise Eichenbergwho won a Jackpot coverall on April 5 of$180. Way to go Louise.A personal thank you to those who havetaken the time to tell me that they enjoyreading my column. Sometimes us volunteersneed a kind word.If you have any money you want to donateto me, or feel you need to criticize(don’t dare) or comment on the column, mye-mail is Thebunster29@aol.com.May the wizards of bingo bring you goodluck always in all ways. SquareDancingEllen EverhartThis is my first column for the WorldNews and I’m looking forward to keepingyou up to date with the activities of the CircleSquares Dance Club.New officers were installed at the AnniversaryDance on April 8. Our presidentis Bob Lockwood, I am vice president, CarolThompson will serve as secretary, Toba andJoe Hackett as treasurers, and John andBeverly Gayso as directors and class coordinators.Merrill and Caroline Smith will alsosit on the Board as past presidents. We allwish the new slate of officers a wonderfullysuccessful year.Our Anniversary Dance was a great successwith more than 150 dancers in attendance.Squares were called by Don Hanhurstand Lon Ligon, and rounds by LorettaHanhurst. It was a wonderful evening withbeautiful dresses, flying petticoats andenormous smiles. Dancers were refreshedwith delicious finger food, punch and coffee.Decorations were done by Rita Miller.Favorite RecipesDinner ClubLuke MullenOnce again our club enjoyed anothermilestone! On March 25 we had four dinnersheld that evening. The hosts for the 26diners were Mary and Bob O’Neal, Robertaand David Knarich, Helene and Al Sternberger,and Gitte and Paul Agarwal.Mary and Bob O’Neal hosted our firstdinner, for eight, at their home. Valerie andDean Bard brought appetizers to the meal.They prepared a medley of pickled mushrooms,sausage and marinated artichokes,sprinkled with paprika.Bob and Mary Doherty O’Neal, as onemight imagine, presented a typical Irish-American dinner in the month of March.This was corned beef round with boiled potatoesand carrots and of course cabbage.After this traditional Irish meal, dessertsfollowed. Jean and Joe Breslin created one.It was an angel food cake cut into two layers.One layer had chocolate pudding withbananas; the other layer had vanilla puddingwith strawberries. Then the whole cake wascovered with whipped cream. It was lightand scrumptious. The other, made by Sueand John Zanazzi, was baked brownies withwalnuts and whipped cream.The evening was topped off with Irishcoffee. It was decaffeinated coffee but theother ingredients were the real stuff. Everyonehad a wonderful time at the O’Neal’s.Roberta and David Knarich hosted oursecond dinner, for six, at their home. Tostart the evening, Marlys and Wayne Bielunskibrought a bountiful platter of tomatobasilbruschetta and Parmesan-pepperbread sticks wrapped in thin slices of prosciutto.Garlic, balsamic vinegar and oliveoil seasoned the tomato mixture. A spreadof artichoke-spinach secured the ham tothe bread sticks.The next dish was a salad furnished byThanks to all who contributed.A group of us has been attending OrangeBlossom Squares in The Villages on a regularbasis Sunday nights for their offeringsof national callers. We return home temporarilydanced-out but mentally energizedand ready for the next go-round. Many ofus will be going to the 52nd Florida StateSquare and Round Dance Convention to beheld in Lakeland the weekend of May 26, 27and 28.Square dancing is probably the best-keptsecret on the planet. Just ask anyone whodoes it. Nowhere else will you find the levelof fun, challenge, good exercise, camaraderieand friendship that you’ll find on thesquare dance floor.We dance, we visit, we laugh, we careabout each other, and the friendshipsthat are formed there last a lifetime. Wetravel in groups to other clubs dances, stoppingfor dinner along the way. Many of usattend square dance weekends in our ownstate and across the country, sometimeseven abroad, as square dancing is an internationalpastime and is called in English nomatter where you are in the world.Learning the steps and patterns andkeeping them sharp in your mind by dancingthem, provides wonderful mental stimulationand a feeling of accomplishment,a sure way to slow the aging process. Thephysical exercise burns calories and keepsthe body moving in the most fun way ever.We’ll have a new beginner class startinglater in the year so watch this column forthe date. I really encourage you to give ita try. All you need is two good feet and apartner.If you’re looking for entertainment fora club meeting, Circle Square Dance Clubmembers are available for demonstrationsto any On Top of the World organization.Please contact Bob Lockwood at 873-6811.Kathy and Luke Mullen. This was a mandarincashew tossed salad. Ingredients includedmandarin oranges, cashew nuts, red onion,lettuce and herbs. The optional honeyorange dressing was composed of honey,vegetable oil, paprika and orange peel.Roberta and David prepared the mainmeal. The meal was a delicious lamb dinnerwith all the fixings. It included a leg oflamb, roasted potatoes, a carrot and cheesecasserole and mint jelly. This luxuriousmeal was completed by a superb ice creamsundae with cherries, whipped cream androlled cookies. All had a fun evening.Helene and Al Sternberger hosted sixdiners at their home. Sue and Howard Bourland’sappetizer kicked off the evening. Thiscreation was called Wonton Stars. It consistedof cooked pork sausage, sharp cheddarcheese, chopped ripe olives and ranchdressing mixed together. These ingredientswere then baked in wonton wrappers.Dinner followed with Shrimp Bisque,consisting of asparagus, mushroom soup,cream, and chopped shrimp. Helene and Alcreated the main dish. The entrée was Basafish buttered with a sauce of mayonnaise,capers, chopped onion, horseradish andtarragon. Baked new potatoes in a cheddarcheese, sour cream and scallions sauce accompaniedthis. Buttered sugar snap peasand mushrooms as well as coleslaw with asweet dressing were also served.Sylvia Andrews and Oliver Aube providedthe dessert. It was a pound cake sliced,filled with strawberry yogurt and then putin the freezer. The cake ensemble was slicedand served with wine soaked strawberriesand topped with whipped cream.Gitte and Paul Agarwal also hosted sixdiners at their home. Tish and Don Dertienserved Hors d’oeuvres. These consisted ofcrabmeat with cocktail sauce. Also, a patémade of Braunschweiger, cream cheese, onionsand spices was served with crackersand potato chips.Gitte and Paul prepared the main meal.The entrée consisted of boneless leg oflamb stuffed with fresh rosemary, thymeand chopped garlic. Accompanying this wasa bulgur (cracked wheat) pilaf with carrots,onions and peas added. The broth in whichthe lamb was cooked was poured over thebulgur. The side dish was asparagus spearsdressed with lemon juice and olive oil.Ceci and Bob Marsh brought the deliciousdessert. They chose to make one oftheir favorite recipes. It was a rectangularPineapple Upside Down cake. The cake wasmade with a hint of rum flavoring as well asvanilla for pizzazz and was well received.Consider joining our club.For more information, please contactLuke at 291-8625 or your participating clubneighbor. State-of-the-Art Security Systems5030 S.W. 60th Avenue(Airport Road)Ocala(Next to Seco Electric & Post Office)Each Unit Door AlarmedFree Disc PadlockAlways Very Competitive PricingAngelina Limlingan, M.D.Circle Square Center7651 SW SR 200, Suite 208Ocala, FL 34474OFFICE HOURSTELEPHONEMonday-Thursday854-79008:30 A.M.-5:00 P.M.854-7901

30 The World News® May 2006For SaleEstate Sale By S&R: Total house, top qualityitems. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. May 18 and 19; 9 a.m.-? May20, 9143-C S.W. 83rd Ave., Friendship ColonyFurniture: Natural wicker furniture, floral cushions,sofa, loveseat, coffee table, 2 end tables, excellentcondition. 895-3954Furniture: Coffee table and 3 end tables, blondwood with glass tops. 845-1965Garage Sale: Saturday, May 6, 9 a.m. to noon,9686 S.W. 96 th St., Crescent Ridge IIGarage Sale: Saturday, May 6, 9 a.m. Smallhousehold misc. and books. 8885-A S.W. 93 rdPlace, Friendship (on corner)Generator: Troy Built, 3050 watt, 4-outlet extensioncord, new condition. $395. 237-0619George Forman Electric Grill: Barbecue grill withstand, $65. 291-4804Hurricane Shutters: plywood cut to size, whitefor Bostonian model (never used). With windowclips. Every window included. $295. 854-2472Ladyʼs Schwinn Bicycle: 18-speed, excellentcondition, $99 obo. 237-5615Misc. Art Supplies: Watercolor, acrylic, pastels,Chinese brush painting, books, frames and more.On Top of the World resident. 873-0543Misc. Items: AT&T Trimline Telephone; EurekaCordless Lite Vacuum. Six fine china soup bowls.Best offer. Call 854-7516Misc. Items: Reliable Briggs & Stratton 3.5 HPedger for lawns, $100; 2 lawn spreaders, $25each. 390-3275Misc. Items: Portable sewing machine, $55; portabledehumidifier, $45; gun case w/ extra storagecabinet, $200. 854-5885Classified SectionThe Classified Section is a service to the On Top of the World Community. There isno charge to residents as long as it is not of a business nature. There is a $500 limiton FOR SALE items. Items valued at more than $500 (i.e. golf carts) may be listed, butprice will not accompany the ad. Auto, apartment, home, timeshare and real estateads WILL NOT be accepted.SERVICE ads will be accepted from residents and non-residents. A three-line minimumrate is $12. Each additional line is $5. A six-month rate, paid in advance, is alsoavailable. Call 854-0248 or leave a message for more information. Payment must accompanyeach ad. Send ad and check to The World News, 8700 SW 99th St. Rd., Ocala,FL 34481.DEADLINE: On Top of the World resident ads must be in the box next to the Pressroomdoor (on east side of the Golf Pro Shop) no later than noon on the 13th of eachmonth. Ads will appear once unless renewed in writing.Misc. Items: Large TV table, $50; digital automaticblood pressure-pulse monitor, $40; toaster oven,$25; bathroom scales, $10. 854-4724Misc. Items: Cherrywood entertainment center,fits 32” TV; floral area rug 5’ x 8’; 2 CherrywoodQueen Anne tables. All like new. 873-4886Misc. Items: Electric lawn mower, $95; queenwrought iron headboard, $100; 2 folding chairs,$35 both; old 6’ wood ladder, $3. 327-6747Misc. Items: area rug, neutral shade, Berber, 5’3”x 8’6”, $15; new 2-drawer lateral file cabinet w/lock, $25. 237-0803Misc. Items: 4 bar stools from Bostonian model;other misc. and household items. 873-2051Misc. Items: 1 tuxedo, size 42 short/37 waist, w/vests, cummerbunds & ties, 3 formal shirts, size16-32, $100; 1 Frigidaire freezer, $50. 291-0667RENEWED ◆ SURFACES◆ Driveways◆ Pool Decks◆ Crack Repair◆ Non-Skid ProtectionLicensedPressure Washing &Window CleaningSpecializing in “Vinyls”Window Tracks & Screens Cleaned “FREE” with serviceLicensed & InsuredFREE ESTIMATES362-6895 ask for Charlie or DanielleDivision of R.C. Cohn Construction◆ Patios◆ Entrance Ways◆ Garage Floors◆ Walk WaysWe Make YOUR Concrete Look Good!◆ Easy to Keep Clean◆ Many Designs◆ Resists Most ChemicalsOver 30 Years of Experience at Work For You!ALSO: Pavers Cleaned & SealedLong Lasting Paver-Saver◆ FREE Estimates ◆237-2796◆ Many Colors◆ Rust & Holes RepairedInsuredMisc. Items: Chest freezer, exc. condition, $65;dehumidifier, like new, $50; electric portable typewriterw/ carrying case, like new, $45. Ed at 237-4242Misc. Items: dining room set, table and chairs;maple hutch; king size bedroom set w/ mattress,dressers, nightstand desk and chair; other householditems. 237-0619Misc. Items: Women’s golf clubs, used one season;new golf bag, $35; computer desk, $20; knittingmachine, $35. 854-4902Penta purified drinking water delivered to yourdoor. Liter case (12 pk) $37 each, .5 -liter case (24pk) $39 each. Minimum order 4 cases. 873-2100Treadmill: Proform 380. Like new, many features,1 year left on warranty. $150 firm. 854-1765ServicesAlterations by appointment only. 50 years experience.A Pine Run resident. Call Betty at 237-9909Alterations and mending: Special: pantshemmed, $7.50. Ladies: embellishing with embroidery,rhinestones, lace, etc. Custom pillows andvalances. Free pickup/delivery. Jackie, On Top ofthe World resident, 854-5572Amway Products come to you: Satisfaction guaranteed.Call your local Amway affiliated independent,Sandy, 528-6620Caring Home Health Aide Available for doctorvisits, errands. Full or part-time. On Top of theWorld resident. Call Anna, 873-4761Caregiver: Let me help you keep your loved oneat home. Personal care, errands, light housekeeping.17 years experience. Excellent references.Nancy 368-9745Caregiver: CNA/HHA desires p/t. Quality personalcare, errands to doctor, etc. Call Wanda at854-1664Hurricane Shutter PanelsASI Building ProductsLead time for ordering: 8 to 10 weeksAnchor Safe 50/50 Storm Protection Products“Statewide Product Approval No. 240”(Call for free estimates)Frank S. BauerCell352-362-8107Home352-489-7083LLC • Licensed & Insured • Member of Better Business BureauBarney’sGarage Door& OpenerSales & ServiceAll Makes &ModelsMaintenance& Repair(352) 595-5041Cat Boarding & Sitting provided by loving experiencedCat Nanny. On Top of the World resident.Call 854-8589Cleaning by Sheila: Residential cleaning service.Licensed and insured. Weekly, biweekly, monthly.Free estimates. References available. 812-6541Computer Instruction in your home in front ofyour computer(s) – customized for your needs.Call End The Clutter ETC at 873-2100 or www.endtheclutter.comComputer Setup & Training: At home service.Senior rates $25 per hour! Have fun & learn! CallKathy at 861-7719Computer Solutions by Phillip: Repairs—upgrades—sales.PC and MAC. Data recovery. MicrosoftCertified Systems Engineer. Licensed andinsured. VISA/MC, ON-SITE SERVICE. Mobile:804-8713Extend life of water heater to ensure hot water.Internal cleaning, draining and flushing. Call Ron,895-7733Free Appraisals on musical instruments, vintageand current — guitars, banjos, mandolins, amps,etc. 40 years experience. On Top of the World resident.237-8072Handyman: Carpentry, electric, custom work. Licensedand insured. No job too big or too small!Quality work. References. Serenity Homes, 615-5177House Cleaning by Evelyn Lee: I do windows,deep cleaning and move outs. Licensed & insured.629-0855Jewelry Repair: Cheryl Turnbow, OTOW resident,offers jewelry repair, redesign of your older jewelry,classes. 861-8014 or e-mail: ctreiki@yahoo.comLose excess body weight with true food, purewater and basic physics. One-on-one private consults.873-2100LPN Available for homecare: Able to providepersonal care, flexible hours, treatments, ambulation.Flexible hours. Florida license and CPR. Call861-8804.Paintʼn the Town: Candler Hills husband and wifeteam. Professional interior painting, custom colorassistance. Consistently exceeding customers’expectations. Licensed and insured. 209-3504Pressure Washing: Driveways, porches, walkways,awnings and remove mildew. Free estimates.20 years experience. On Top of the Worldresident. 873-6225Steveʼs Repairs: Fans, lights, doors, shelving,general carpentry. On Top of the World resident.Call Steve at 854-4927Transportation: Will drive you to airport, doctor’sappointment, etc. 854-8708 or cell 207-8237Transportation by Helpful Hand: Transportationto and from local destinations – doctor, groceryshopping, airports, etc. After five rides, get oneride free. Call Diane at 237-8077Transportation: I’ll drive you to local appointments,grocery shopping, errands & more. Joanat 237-8240Transportation: Personalized door-to-door transportationto airports, cruise ports, doctor appointments,shopping. Call Betty, 861-1163Transportation by Bill to stores, doctors, hospitals.Dependable, safe driver. Call 854-7516WantedCoin collector wants to buy old coins, gold andproof sets. Want good investment coins? Let’strade! Buy-sell-trade. On Top of the World resident.Ted at 861-6964French tutor: I need to update my French priorto a trip to Paris this fall or “April in Paris,” as thesong goes. Call 291-1793Moving in or moving out? Grandmattic will purchaseone piece or entire estate: jewelry, silver,china, glassware, collectibles, dolls, small furnitureand junque. Susan or John, 873-9796Old Tackle Box: Complete w/ freshwater lures,reels & fisherman’s equipment in general. On Topof the World resident, Paul, 873-1859On Top of the World resident interested in buyingguns, new, old, any condition. 854-2555Items for Pick-Up: Any items of some value thatyou care to donate. They will be sold with proceedsgoing to charity. 873-0303&Style ShopGators Barber• Flat Tops• Regular• StylesHours: 8:30 to 5:00861-3000Carriage Plaza6855 W. Hwy. 40Complex 20010875 SW 91st Ave.Ocala, FL 34481Family Owned and Operated24-Hour Emergency Service with Prompt ResponsePreventative Maintenance, Repairs and ReplacementsFree Second Opinion on System Repairs or ReplacementsSatisfaction Guaranteed or Your Money BackIndoor Air Quality and Air Filtration ProductsFinancing AvailableLicensed & Insured# CMCO5680124-Hour Phone Numbers1-352-351-32261-352-854-7664House Cleaning • Spring CleaningMove Out CleaningsWindows, Inside & OutTracks CleanedA & CResidentialCleaning Service489-9592To On Top of the World Residents OnlyA local business for 18 yearsInsured & BondedReferences of Request10% discount on first time cleaning to new customers.Call for a free estimate and schedule your first cleaning.Please show this card upon receiving your estimate.

May 2006 The World News® 31Taps on TopsDancingCarole DymondHi—this is the first article written aboutTaps on Top. I will keep you informed everyother month or so about the happenings ofour dance group.Taps on Top was formed about a yearand a half ago with women from On Topof the World who have never danced orperformed before but had dreams of experiencingthe opportunity to try to learn todance and, yes, to even experience tryingto perform. Their dreams had to be put onhold for many years due to raising children,taking care of husbands, working, etc. Thenthey became “active” citizens and moved toOn Top of the World to start their creativeand fulfilling second half of life.Along came Jan Parsons who broughther experience in teaching tap dancing formany years. She had quite a challenge—toteach these “wanna be” performers how torealize their fantasy.Presently, members of the group are CaroleDymond, Jerry Kitchell, Rita Miller, JeanMonroe, Marie Munroe, Hazel Pepin, NellieStasiak and Anne Vivarronda.Jan has been very patient even thoughthere have been many times I’ve seen hershaking her head and looking perplexedand probably wondering whatever possessedher to start this group. But they havestayed together, worked hard and formedgood relationships with each other whilehaving a great time as well as learning howto dance.We have performed for various clubshere in On Top of the World as well as otheradult communities along the corridor.Usually we team up with the Songbirdsfrom Cherrywood directed by our own JeanMonroe. Her better half, Bill, has done anoutstanding job of coordinating the music,setting up the stage and announcing ournumbers. Other husbands and significantothers have also helped out when calledupon.We put aside our tap shoes last monthand celebrated all our birthdays at The MasonJar. We’ll probably think up another excusesoon to go back and try all their delicious,fattening desserts again.We are recruiting new members andstarted a new beginner’s class in April.If you happen to see us perform, bearwith us through the mistakes we may makeand if you have as much fun watching us aswe are having doing our gig, then you’ll dous proud. Artistic Crafts& GiftsLoretta TroutmanGoodness gracious, here it is May already.When next I write, we will be on oursummer hiatus. The Tuesday before MemorialDay will be our last day in the Health &Recreation Ballroom until the first Tuesdayafter Labor Day, September 5.Looking back over the past months, I realizehow many new items have been addedby our crafters, all adding up to somethingfor everyone.One of the newest items is the fancy funscarves and shawls knitted by Pat. She usessix skeins of Fun Fur and one skein of woolfor each one. The wool adds stability, whichmakes attractive styling and staying in placeeasier. It is a lovely item to carry along onyour travels or perhaps on a cruise.Buddy Raymond has also joined ourgroup with his beautiful wood workingdesigns. There are some novel and usefulitems in his display; all expertly finished.We are sure to be keeping our eyes andears open for new items during the summer.Also, we will be replenishing our supplyof our most popular items. Oh, the joyof crafting!Most of our crafters have business cardsavailable. Please come in and pick them upso you can reach the crafters during thesummer if you need a gift or something foryourself.Remember, we will be in the H&R Ballroomon Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to noon, throughMay 23. Then we will return to the sameplace on September 5. Have a great summer.Crafty LadiesDot TrippToday I finished a project for a friend,and thought I’d better sit down and writemy column for the World News before I becameinvolved in some other project, andmiss the deadine.Our newest member, Louise, is workingon a needlepoint picture that is absolutelybeautiful. It is stitched so evenly that itprobably will not need to be blocked whenit is finished. Welcome aboard, Louise — itis great to have such an accomplished crafterjoin us.Did you know that knitting is one of themost calming activities one can undertake?It is even more effective when you parkyourself in front of the TV to do this craft,or are in a group. According to the articleI read, it has been proven to lower stresshormones in as little as 10 minutes. Anyoneready to join a group and take up knittingto soothe your nerves?We meet all year long, so if you feel knittingis for you (or any other craft, for thatmatter) why not join us? We meet in thelarge Card Room in the Arts & Crafts Buildingevery Wednesday morning from 9:30 to11. For more information, call Dot at 854-4913.Talk to you next month — in the meantime,do your best to keep happy, healthyand “crafty.” Rug & LatchHookYvonne BednarThe Rug and Latch Hook group, alsoknown as “The Happy Hookers,” enjoyedthemselves at our April food binge, held atApplebee’s; it was my first outing with thegroup since December and it sure felt good.The food and service was top notch. It wasdecided that in June we would go to HOPSon Route 200 for our luncheon. For moreinformation call Carol Toye at 873-1646 orPat Utiss at 861-2831.We seem to have someone new joiningus almost every Monday at our gatherings.On April 10, Kathy Oaks joined us and gotsome help in crocheting. It appears everyoneis working on various projects fromponchos, afghans, sweaters for grandkids,knitted hat, etc., for ourselves, as gifts or todonate to various places and groups. Handsare not idle.With summer coming, we will continuemeeting on Mondays in Arts/Ceramic Studiofrom 2 to 3 p.m. We are a non-stopgroup, so stop by. There aren’t any dues,minutes to read or stress. Bring what youlike to work on or come and learn “how to.”Someone is always willing to help you out.Also, if you discover that you have someyarn you no longer want, our group willturn it into a useful item and donate it. CallCarol Toye or Pat Utiss about your unwantedyarn. We would greatly appreciate it. Tillnext time, knit one, purl two and “HappyHooking.” Italian-AmericanClubJerome E. CaudaWe’re still looking for a reporter. Here arethe club activities in April and a schedulefor May.During the April meeting, we had guestspeakers from the Sheriff’s Department.They presented an interesting talk on personalsecurity including a section on identityprotection. An interesting question andanswer session ended their presentation.The club needs volunteers to handle severalopenings on the board. There is an immediateneed for a treasurer and two boardmembers. If you are interested please contactMike or members of the board.The need exists for members to volunteerfor next year’s slate of officers.Tickets will be on sale for the club picnic,which will be at 3 p.m. June 7 in Suites E, Fand G in the Arbor Conference Center. Theprice is $5 for members and $7 for guests.Tickets will be available until May 26.For ticket sales after the May meetingcontact Mike at 861-9484. Jeffrey Dee Fleigel, M.D., F.A.C.S.Suzanne S. Fleigel, M.D.Board Certified American Academy of Otolaryngology■ Ear, Nose, Throat, Head & Neck Surgery■ Allergy Blood Tests Available■ Removal of Facial Spots■ Facial Plastic SurgeryBlue Cross & Blue Shield ProvidersMedicare Participating1400 South Magnolia, Ocala, FL 34471732-8171By AppointmentWood ShopRay UtissHere is a message from our president,Gordon.“Our annual picnic was a smashing success,no ants, and the meeting portion wasvery short. There was plenty of food andgood weather, a little breezy maybe. Everyonehad a good time, especially me. Therewas a great deal of interest in the showand tell table. Several members went homeproud owners of a prize they got from theraffle, and there was one lucky winner ofthe 50-50 drawing. We are now planningour January breakfast meeting, which willprobably be the first or second Saturday inJanuary.”I will add a thank you to all the picnicworkers, and I will have a list of their namesin next month’s article. I don’t want to leaveany of their names out. Stitch WitchQuiltersAnn WeldishoferThe April meeting of the Stitch WitchQuilters was the annual spring luncheon.We held it in our regular meeting room inthe Arts and Crafts Building, and everyonehad a great time! Everyone brought theirfavorite finger food, with meat, salads andsweets in abundance. We each even had a“finger” cookie, complete with its nail!Jeanette Wroblewsli and Dot Hinde hadthe tables decorated in lovely pastels withsuitable spring-ish centerpieces. After thescrumptious lunch, we played some brainteasinggames that were fun and challenging.A huge “thank you” to Dot and Jeanettefor a lovely afternoon.There was no business meeting, but afew announcements were made. Betty Pettittaught the folded strip table runner. Severalmore comfort quilts were added to our inventory.At our May meeting, we will vote on ourupdated bylaws, which will be presented tothe members for approval by the executiveboard.If you think you might enjoy quilting,this is the group to join! We meet everyTuesday. HOUSE & PET SITTERNeed Someone Reliable to Watch Your HomeOr Care For Your Pets While You’re Away?CALL SUE OF:PET LOVE & CARE II352-598-0245LICENSED — BONDED — INSUREDGuaranteed Personal & Professional ServiceWINDOW TINTINGRESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIALREDUCES• ENGERY BILLS• HEAT• GLARE• FADESERVING MARION CO. SINCE 1971FREE ESTIMATES • NO OBLIGATIONSAFETY & SECURITY FILMCOMMERCIAL GRADE FILMSFACTORY BACKED WARRANTYSewing BeesEileen VanderboschWe met again with the Oak Run SewingGroup to exchange ideas for projects. Theyput on a mini fashion show with GinnyFreund narrating, consisting of small quilts,toys, T-shirts, sweatshirts with one showinga beautiful lace medallion on front, vests,pillows, aprons and tote bags. A wonderfuldisplay and lots of ideas shared.Virginia Abrams of Oak Run made sevensmall quilts and donated them to us for ourongoing project for underprivileged childrenin Ocala and we thank her very much.Our spring luncheon will be May 25 andthings are in the works to make it a greattime.There were three classes: Rita Millertaught the covered vase, Marilyn Robinsontaught the basket garters and Marcy Askenasetaught the reverse appliqué on a T-shirt; all were very successful.We got a total of seven thank you lettersfrom the agencies to which Marcy and husbandJoe Askenase made delivery of totebags, quilts and stuffed toys. We had a quiltworkshop on April 13 for a new supply ofquilts. We feel strongly about our projectand want to keep things going.We invite any resident interested in joiningour group to come to our monthly businessmeeting to find out what we are allabout. Until next time, keep those machinesbuzzing to make good things. 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