Shell Point Life April 2009

April 2009Vol. 4 Issue 4

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You can’t avoid it. No matterwhereyougo –– the post office,the grocery store, the hair salon –people are talking about theeconomy.

These past few months havebeen difficult for everyone andthe list of worries seems endless – the stockmarket, jobs, pensions, home values, ourchildren and future generations – we hearthese types of comments every day.

People are nervously “hunkering down”and putting off thoughts about tomorrowwhile they worry about what is happeningtoday. Frankly, it feels like the entire coun-try is on hold as we “watch and wait” to seewhat is going to happen next. I have toconfess I have been doing my own fair shareof worrying too.

But this morning I was walking to ameeting in the Administration building hereon The Island at Shell Point and I had anexperience that caught my attention.

The sun was shining, there was a balmytropical breeze, and I saw a manatee and itsbaby swimming in the lagoon. The bigfountain on the circle was splashing away

and I could smell the gardeniabushes nearby which are bloom-ing like crazy right now. Theleaves in the trees above thecourtyard were rustling in thewind and there were a numberof songbirds singing their hearts

out. An osprey flew by overhead with a fishin his mouth (okay, maybe this was notsuch a great day for the fish!) and I passedseveral residents who each greeted me witha smile and a warm hello. That’s when ithit me. Life is good. We live in a wonder-ful country that is founded on principles ofintegrity. We have friends and family andfaith. And at Shell Point, we have eachother.

So today I decided that I am going tofocus on the here and now. Our lives arefilled with so many wonderful blessings andI don’t want us to overlook a single one.

This month’s issue of Shell Point Life isfilled with wonderful stories about the kindpeople, unique places, and interestingthings to do that make our community sospecial. I hope reading about it will be ablessing to you as well.

ON THE COVER

Jim Davey (Parkwood) works in the Shell Point Woodshop on the frameworkof the cross that holds the stained glass featured in the Pavilion Chapel.

April BlessingsBy Lynn Schneider, Editor

Shell Point Life is published monthly for the resi-dents of Shell Point Retirement Community.

Editor Lynn SchneiderAssistant Editor Rochelle Cherniawski

Art Director Rich CerrinaGraphic Designer Wendy Iverson

ContributorsGene McGonigle, Teri Kollath, James Beck,Robyn Church, Rachael Dula, Linda Hicks,

Tom Frackenpohl, Jessica Clark, Mary Franklin,Bev Chandley, Ted Yeatts, Randy Woods, Tim Stephenson, Jason Powers, Sue Taylor, Glenda Stephenson, Paula Watson, Garth

Francis, Dawn Boren, Peggy Holton, Barry Smith

Do you have story ideas or photos to share?Contact Rochelle Cherniawski, communica-tions coordinator, by calling 239-454-2055 or e-mail: [email protected]. Or submit suggestions in writing to Rochelle

at the Shell Point Welcome Center.

15101 Shell Point Boulevard • Fort Myers, FL 33908(239) 466-1131 • www.shellpoint.org

Shell Point is a non-profit ministry of The Christian and Missionary Alliance Foundation, Inc.

Photo Show Opening Gala

Photo by Herb Sklar

The eighth annual Shell Point PhotoShow Opening Gala will be held in theResident Activity Center on Tuesday,April 7, at 7:15 p.m. Ribbons will beawarded to winners in eleven photo cate-gories. Light refreshments and music willbe provided. All of this year’s entries willbe on display from Monday, April 6,through Friday, April 17. Residents andtheir family and friends are invited toenjoy this wonderful Shell Point tradition.

The Steinbach Chapel inthe Larsen Pavilion

The inspiration to createan oasis of calm andcomfort for residentsand their families has

been achievedthrough the design andconstruction of theSteinbach Chapel ofthe Larsen Pavilion atShell Point. This uniquebuilding combines the forces of art and architecture to createa meaningful place of

sacred solitude.

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Solitude B Y L Y N N S C H N E I D E R

Sacred SolitudeContinued from page 3

The need to reflect, contemplate,and concentrate is an essentialneed of daily life. This has been recog-

nized since ancient times, and meditation inone form or another has been practicedthrough the centuries and across all cultures,for reasons both sacred and mundane.Historically the creative use of both art andarchitecture has been utilized to heightenthese spiritual senses.

Today these same dynamics apply incalming and focusing the mind. A prerequi-site is the right physical space to help setone’s frame of mind and to hold back thedistractions of the world. Nowhere has thisbeen more apparent than in the LarsenPavilion where residents and their familymembers have often sought a quiet cornerto deal with the changes, fears, frustrations,and often overwhelming feelings that deal-ing with an illness or even the death of aloved one can bring.

Early in the planning stages for therecently completed renovation of the LarsenPavilion, the need for a private sanctuary forresidents and their families was identified. Itwas clear that a private space designated as achapel or meditation room would be a wel-come addition to the facility and one thatcould be put to great use.

The architectural firm of RDG SchutteWilscam Birge, Inc. from Omaha, Nebraska,was challenged with the task of creating thechapel design.

Architect Dennis A. Wismer, AIA, aprincipal with RDG, was a member of theplanning and design team that set about to

create this space for the residents of theskilled nursing facility. The team identifiedseveral design goals. According to Wismer,“The design goals for the meditation chapelwere to create a space that reflected the spir-itual focus of the Shell Point community, toenhance its connection to its formationwith The Christian and MissionaryAlliance, and to create a special spiritualvenue that the residents of the LarsenPavilion could call their own.

“We wanted the space to surround theresidents in a peaceful cocoon where theyor their family members could worship, pray,meditate, or reflect.”

Historically, the creative use ofboth art and architecture hasbeen utilized to heighten thespiritual senses.

Art andArchitecture

The Steinbach Chapel was built as an octagonal form, a shape that has been used in

religious architecture throughout history. The shape symbolizes new beginnings.

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With this in mind, certain architecturalelements were incorporated into the design.A new foyer was developed from the exist-ing space adjacent to the nursing corridorwhich separates the chapel both visuallyand physically from the main nursing func-tion of the building.

“This foyer provides a transition from thehustle and bustle of the public areas of themedical facility for those who come into thechapel to visit or explore. This transition areaforms a private zone that commands a peace-ful atmosphere as one enters this spiritualspace,” said Wismer.

The design of the chapel is quite unique,and although the space is relatively smallwhen compared with a traditional church, itfeatures many special elements that engagethe imagination. Rather than a small four-sided box, the chapel features an octagonalshape with strictly symmetrical dimensions.

“The octagonal form is a religious shapethat has been implemented throughout his-tory,” explained Wismer. “The shape used asthe form of the chapel is an eight equal-sidedpolygonal figure often found as the plan-formfor traditional Antique Classical and laterbuildings, such as cathedral chapter-houses.Cathedral chapter-houses were originally

used for monks reading aloud from the rulebook or Bible and discussing matters con-cerning the monastery and its inhabitants.”

Inside, a vaulted wood ceiling withpitched angles and wood beams simulates tra-ditional American church architecture.“These creative elements are meant to jogone’s memory and remind residents of earlierreligious experiences in their lives,” he said.“The dark, warm tone of the wood is calmingand provides a protective covering thatenvelops the visitor and then reaches upwardtoward the heavens.”

This is further conveyed by angularbreaks or openings in the ceiling treatment.These openings and arches are designed toprovide a glimpse of what lies above withouta fully revealed view of the ceiling. “I hopethat these openings give us an upward glanceof possibilities that can stir our imaginationsbeyond our current earthly grasp.”

The size of the chapel was intended to bea small and intimate space, thereby encour-aging quiet meditation and reflection.Window openings are located on all sides ofthe chapel at both clerestory height and ateye level to surround the individual with nat-ural light and beauty. The chapel is floodedwith natural light which is filtered through

stained glass panels that refract the light intodazzling arrays of color, changing throughoutthe day based on the position of the sun.Therefore, the chapel might be bathed in asoft wash of pastels at one time of day andsparkling with vivid contrasts of color at

The architectural team from RDG Schutte Wilscam Birge included John Birge, project

principal; Dennis Wismer, project designer; and Steve Andersen, project architect.

Architectural detail of vaulted wood ceilings andstained glass.

“Certain architectural elements were incorporated into the open spacethat is peaceful and beautiful.”

Architect Dennis Wismer, of RDG Schutte Wilscam Barge, Inc.

The stained glass panels cast colorful shad-ows on the tile floor when the sun shinesbrightly upon the windows.


another. The spectrum provides for a beauti-ful reminder of God’s creative nature and theworld’s beauty.

Although the design team hoped thechapel would serve as a place where individ-uals could seek solace and comfort during dif-ficult times, they also wanted a space thatcould inspire and bring joy.

“We realized that one of the most impor-tant functions of the chapel would probablybe for grief meditation,” said Wismer.“Although we wanted to create a sacredspace, it was also important to create a spacethat felt welcoming to anyone who entered.”

The space is also set apart in its simplic-

ity in that it is devoid of clutter and chaos.“Visually containing the space allows for pri-vacy and intimacy,” he continued. “Simplesacred objects, such as the cross and the altar,were chosen to serve as an encouragement forprayer and meditation, not as distractions.”

The chapel itself contains no more than8 to 12 seats provided by medium toned oakbenches upholstered in green fabric. A largeopen space remains available for wheelchairs,and the hallways and doors are oversized toeasily accommodate wheelchairs and walkers.

Since the space set aside for the “foot-print” of the chapel was fairly small, it pre-sented the design team with several

challenges. “The focus of the space becamemore internalized with limited penetrationsand shielded views as opposed to a moreopen external exposure with large glazedopenings and views of the water or woodednature surrounding the Shell Point com-munity. The chapel is tucked into an inte-rior outdoor courtyard that is locatedwithin the building’s enclosure. This out-door courtyard, with its attractive land-scaping, complements the design of thebuilding’s exterior.”

“The exterior building materials used onthe chapel match the other finishes used atShell Point. However, with the unique shape

Words of ScriptureWorld-renowned calligraphy artist, Timothy Botts, was com-missioned to create two large works of art for the Pavilionchapel. Botts is known for his unique ability to use calligra-phy as a link between art and spirituality. The pieces, whichare acrylic on canvas will be mounted in the Pavilion chapelin early April. Some of the artist’s other works also appear inthe Arbor chapel in The Woodlands at Shell Point.

Sacred SolitudeContinued from page 5

Left: A worker from Casola Stained Glass Studios care-fully installs one of the stained glass windows that sur-round the chapel. Above: stained glass windows nearthe ceiling are designed in a weather and skies theme.Right: Stained glass accents the trim of the alter tablewhich stands below the hanging cross.

Two large calligraphy paintings, created by artist Timothy Botts, will adorn thewalls of the Steinbach chapel.


of the building, the cupola cap with itsGreek-like cross form, and its separation andappendage from the main building structure,set it apart from the other elements of theLarsen Pavilion,” said Wismer.

It is significant that a space of this naturewas planned for a skilled nursing center, butWismer is convinced of the importance andvalue of the effort. “A nursing home envi-

ronment should be a therapeutic environ-ment that addresses the physical, psycho-logical, social, and spiritual needs of allresidents. Our hope is that the SteinbachChapel at the Larsen Pavilion will providea pleasant setting for both residents andtheir families to visit, thereby providingan inviting experience that they will useand enjoy often.”

Jean Dreyer (Oakmont) and Millie Stackhouse (Arbor) were impressed with the color-ful stained glass that decorated the walls around the chapel. The chapel might bebathed in a soft wash of pastels at one time of day, and sparkling with vivid contrastsof color at another.

Jerry and Dee Horne

A MeaningfulDedication

In response to the Heart of It All cam-paign, Jerry and Dee Horne (Palm Acres)provided the donation that made thePavilion Chapel possible.

“Dee and I recognized the need, espe-cially in the Pavilion, for an area where res-idents, families, and staff could go to relievestress and to meditate,” explained Jerry.“The Pavilion is a place where people areoften faced with difficult decisions and life-changing events. It’s important to have aquiet place to escape.”

“My parents, Clarence and BetsySteinbach, lived at Shell Point for 15 years,experiencing all levels of care. We thoughtit would be special to name the chapel intheir honor,” added Dee. “They loved theLord, and the spiritual emphasis at thePavilion was very important to them, espe-cially the visits from Pastor Jim Davey andChaplain Sue Stranahan.”

The chapel will be officially namedthe Steinbach Chapel, in honor of Dee’sparents, during an intimate dedication cer-emony on April 14.

“The last thing my mother said to mewas, ‘Thank you for moving me to ShellPoint,’” recalled Dee. “It’s an honor thatmy parent’s name will live on in the com-munity.”

The foyer entry to the chapel provides a transition from the hustle and bustle of public areasto the quiet and tranquil chapel.



When it came time to choose a crossand altar table for the new PavilionChapel, Village Church Minister of WorshipandMusic, Randy Woods, knew they had tobe special. “Pre-fabricated crosses and altartables from catalogs all look the same. Wewanted something that would be unique tothis space; something that would comple-ment the space and represent our commu-nity,” he said. Randy turned to residentsRev. Jim Davey and Rev. Don Draggoo. “Iknew of their artistry, skills, and the qualityof their craftsmanship,” he said. “I also knewof their dedication to the church.”

Jim and Don agreed to build the crossand altar table, but were unsure aboutdesigning such important elements. “Weare craftsmen, not designers,” said Jim. So,they turned to Donald W. Draggoo, Don’sson, who is an interior designer. Together,Donald and Randy looked at the new

chapel, toured area churches, and settled onan original design that incorporated thespace’s signature stained glasswork.

After four months of planning, Jim andDon began the work of transforming roughsawn red oak into the beautiful final prod-ucts adorning the chapel today.

Over the course of two months the menworked together, often anticipating eachother’s thoughts, to fit the wood to thecross’s aluminum frame and to build thetable’s base and floating top. It took them176 hours of work, all without a standard setof plans.

When asked why they agreed to take onsuch a large project, both men said they feltit was a tremendous privilege and honor tobe asked. “I was attracted to the enduring,eternal aspects of the job,” said Jim. “Thiswas a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to bea part of something that will outlive me.”

Jim Davey (left) was honored to accept the assignment of creatingthe altar and cross for the newSteinbach chapel.

Residents’Carpentry SkillsAdd ArtfulWoodworking toNew PavilionChapelB Y T E D Y E A T T S ,

P R O G R A M C O O R D I N A T O R

Don Draggoo felt privileged tocomplete the unique projectfor the community.

CombinedCraftsmanship


“This was a once-in-a-lifetimeopportunity to be a part of something

that will outlive me.” -Jim Davey (Parkwood)

Jim Davey and Don Draggoo worked 176 hours, often anticipat-ing one another's thoughts, to complete the altar table andframe work for the cross. Their combined skill, artistry, andcommitment to excellence came together to produce theunique elements that are the focal points of the Pavilion chapel.

“We wanted the cross andaltar table to be unique to thearchitecture in the chapel—something that would com-plement the space and rep-resent our community.”

Randy WoodsThe Village Churchminister of music and worship

Lou Sahlmann (Nautilus) uses a texturing tool to complete awood carved eagle’s head. Each creation, which he both

carves and paints, can take around 20 hours.


Don Draggoo (Cellana) observesDorothy Erickson's (Nautilus) firstproject in the wood shop. Dorothy,who moved to Shell Point in Novem-ber of 2008, utilized the wood shopto sand and stain a chair she pur-chased for her new home. She ad-mired the welcoming and helpfulnature of all of the woodworkers,and she is already looking forward toworking on some new projects.

Stories are important in the Shell Point Wood Shop.Much like the resident woodworkers themselves, every tool,project, and piece of wood has a story. New stories areconstantly written through the creative process of design-ing, measuring, cutting, sanding, and finishing. These sto-ries are what make the wood shop a special place. Justspend some time in the company of a resident wood-worker, and you’ll quickly find out why.

Rev. Floyd Fought (Sundial) uses a bowl gauge to shape the inside of a bowl.He learned the art of turning from the past wood shop supervisor, Bill Sullivan.

An avid wood shop enthusiast, Floyd spends six days a week in the shop,where he continues to learn turning techniques from the current wood shopsupervisor, Phil Nedeau, as well as from videos and reference books. Floyd

says he uses Florida “Free To Me” woods for each creation.

Stories in SawdustB Y T E D Y E A T T S , P R O G R A M C O O R D I N A T O R


The resident wood shop wasfounded in 1969 by a mannamed Bill Bell, at leastaccording to the fadedblack and white photo-

graph on the bulletin board by the door.None of the current woodworkers werearound back then. The stories of their timeat Shell Point don’t begin until the mid-1980s. Wood shop chairman Bob Selkirk,who is now a resident ofPalm Acres, came to workat Shell Point in 1985 as apart-time wood shop super-visor. He was soon fol-lowed by Wes Allison whomoved to Junonia in 1988.“If it wasn’t for the woodshop being here, I wouldn’tbe at Shell Point,” saidWes. “It gives us some-thing to do.”

Over the past twodecades, both men have seen the woodshop grow to more than double the size ofthe single small room it originally encom-passed. They have added a storage area forhardwood lumber and a sophisticated dustcollection system. Before they had a space

for hardwood storage, Selkirk would bringlumber from his home to the wood shopmultiple times a day. “That storage area hasmade a lot of projects possible that weren’tpossible before because we simply didn’thave space for the hardwood.”

Every Tool Has a StoryThe current space is filled with almost

every tool imaginable for cutting or shap-ing wood. All of them have been pur-

chased by residents anddonated to the wood shop, soeach comes with its ownstory. The beautiful metallathe in the back corner ofthe room has been aroundthe world. A minister hadthe tool shipped to Indiawhile he was working thereand then had it shipped backwhen he retired to ShellPoint. The panel saw is animportant tool for sizing

down large sheets of wood that are toolarge for other tools, and Bob is particu-larly proud of the wood shop’s panel saw.One could expect to pay around $1,500for a panel saw, but Bob and a former

Lewis Bussey (Oakmont) stands next to oneof the eight grandfather clocks he has madein the Shell Point Wood Shop. Lewis receivedthe idea to make a grandfather clock, alongwith his first grandfather clock blueprint,from Wes Allison (Junonia).

Wes Allison (Junonia)

Tom Young (Harbor Court) created a six drawer, solid cherry dresser injust three weeks. Tom has built various pieces of furniture that are dis-played in his home, including a Murphy bed with two bookcases.

Joint Ventures in Woodworking — Tom Young and Dick Gallagher are cur-rently working together to build a cobbler’s bench made out of African ma-hogany that was cut from ECHO (Educational Concerns for HungerOrganization) Farm in North Fort Myers. The bench will be sold and theShell Point Gift Shop, and all proceeds will be benefit the Farm.

STORIES IN

SAWDUST

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Side table made by former resident Al Lynch.Al, also known as “Big Al,” created a little bitof everything in the wood shop, often com-pleting special projects by request. He washighly revered by his peers and is fondly re-membered.

Wood shop supervisor, Phil Nedeau’s woodwork wasrecently honored at the 2009 Southwest Florida Wood-carving Exposition, held January 24 and 25, at the Harborside EventCenter. Phil was among more than 250 participants who entered mul-tiple pieces in the competition’s wood turning category. Although hehas been turning wood for over 30 years, this was his first time enteringthe statewide competition.

Phil took home a second place ribbon for his “Container with Lid”made from ironwood (lignum vitae) and curlymaple. He also received second and thirdplace ribbons for two vases he made frompieces of a queen palm from his own yard.“Working with palm is very difficult becauseit is essentially like grass,” said Phil. He had tofreeze the palm sections multiple times inorder to turn them on the lathe. Then, he hadto hope they remained whole as they driedand were finished.

“We are very proud of Phil’s awards,” saidMary Franklin, resort services manager. “Notonly can he create beautiful pieces, but he useshis expertise to teach residents in the woodshop new techniques.”

Although he was excited totake such high honors at one ofthe nation’s premier woodcarvingexpos, Phil is hoping to take Best inShow next year. “First would havebeen better,” he said with a smile.

To see some of Phil’s woodworkvisit: www.woodartbyphil.com.

Container with Lid

Vase with Wrapping Twigs

Phil NedeauWood Shop SupervisorAwards inWood Turning

Bob Selkirk (Palm Acres) was impressed with thewoodshop since the first time he saw it when his par-ents moved into the community in 1985. Soon after,he became the supervisor of the woodshop, a title heheld for two years before he and his wife moved intothe community in 1990. Bob’s role changed from su-pervisor, to chairman, a title he still holds today, as heexperiences the woodshop from a resident perspec-tive.

above: Postage stamp dispenser with built in clockmade by Selkirk.

below: Selkirk’s six drawer dresser serves as a multi-purpose cabinet for clothing items, craft projects, andmore. The cabinet is sold in the gift shop for $295.

Bob Dornburg’s (Oakmont) Nautical Clock is forsale in the Shell Point Gift Shop for $30. Bob alsosells other creative clocks, along with lazy Susansand bowls. He visits the wood shop every day towork on new creations.

Lou Sahlmann (Nautilus) learned birdcarving during a six-week course22 years ago, and still enjoys eachnew creation.

Bob Selkirk’s chair and ladder combination pro-vides an extra seat in the kitchen while offeringa lift for those hard-to-reach cabinets. The itemis made of solid, high-grade, hard woods andsells for $120.


Merlyn Longhurst (Junonia) sells cork trivets inthe Shell Point Gift Shop, a craft he learned tomake from former resident Al Lynch. Small triv-ets are sold for $10, and large trivets are soldfor $15.

Carol Chihocky (Periwinkle) displayed a widevariety of turned bowls, vases and cups at the2009 Shell Point Art Show.

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Dick Gallagher (Periwinkle) measures a piece of PVC board for aframe he is making for a fellow resident’s 74x16 piece of stainedglass. Dick has enjoyed the wood shop since moving to Shell Point 12 years ago.

L-R: Warren Dueber, Lou Salhmann, TomYoung, Carl Fiske, Lew Bussey, Paul Schnoes,Bill Skinner, Don Draggoo, Bob Selkirk, andKen Boyd enjoy their daily coffee break at theIsland Café.

wood shop supervisor designed and built theone in the wood shop for under $100.

When Bob Sanford (Harbor Court)decided to move to Shell Point from NewJersey, he called Selkirk and asked him what heshould do with all his tools, including a largetable saw. Selkirk told him that if he could-n’t give them to his sons, then he shouldbring them with him. “He was excited,”remembers Selkirk. “He was able to move

here and bring one of the loves of his life withhim.” Now, these tools are used to write newstories as the wood shop bustles with residentwoodworkers, turners, and carvers taking ordi-nary wood and turning it into art.

CamaraderieThere are approximately 75 members of

the resident wood shop, but a core group ofregulars can almost always be found at theirbenches. “We have about 15 woodworkers

who come in every single day like it’s a job,”said wood shop supervisor Phil Nedeau. Philtrains newcomers in the operation of the toolsand orients them to wood shop policies; buthe relies on these regulars to offer advice toand help ensure the safety of those just startingout in the wood shop. This is the culture ofthe wood shop—they all help one another. Infact, the spirit of cooperation and givingshared by the resident woodworkers is whatkeeps the wood shop running.

Another important part of the woodshop’s culture is the daily coffee break. At pre-cisely 10 o’clock every morning, all activitiescome to a halt, and the residents head upstairsto the Island Café. But this daily event is morethan your average coffee break. The noise ofthe sawing and sanding gives way to seriousdiscussions about the wood shop. “We solveall the world’s problems…or at least the woodshop’s problems,” says Bob Selkirk. “We dis-cuss the future of the wood shop, what tools

are needed, and what we need to spend moneyon.” Of course, there is also plenty of friendlyjoking and bonding as the craftsmen share sto-ries. They talk about the projects they areworking on, why they chose a particular proj-ect, and for whom they’re building the item.

Every project has a different story of inspi-ration and creation. Inspiration is the pro-logue. Some pieces were requested by spouses,family or friends. Others were originally seenin magazines or catalogs and some are eveninspired by the grain of a unique piece ofwood. The story then moves from inspirationto craftsmanship as residents invest manyhours in each project. Frequently, other wood-workers offer suggestions – adding more chap-ters to the story. Ask any one of them about apiece they made, and you will be treated to thewhole story. As with any story, the ending isimportant, and they never let a story go unfin-ished in the wood shop. If a resident passesaway while working on a project, others willfinish the project and present it to the family.This is just another example of the cama-raderie that exists in the wood shop.

If you are interested in experiencing thisspecial place, then stop by one morning. Themen and women of the wood shop will gladlyshare some of their many stories with you. Ofcourse, with a little help from others, youmight just wish to join in and write your own.

Don Smith (Sand Dollar) learned the art of caning from a reference book. The 87-year-old recanes and refurbishes chairs for fellow Shell Point residents.

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Before eyebrow tining Mildred’s eye-brow color was the same white colorof her hair, making them seem invisible.

After eyebrow tinting Mildred’s eyebrowswere colored with a neutral dark blonde andwaxed for shaping. Now Mildred’s eyes comealive with an instant lift, and balance witheyebrow definition. The enhancement toMildred’s eyebrows even enhanced her beau-tiful blue eye color. Wow!

Dee Horne of Palm Acres has anactive life, full of adventure, andthe vibrant hair to match. Dee wearsa short style with softness in front ofand over her ears, with additional soft-ness at the nape.

The style has short layers with lots oftexture through the crown, providing

lift and spunk. Dee’s natural hair coloris dark brown with sparse amounts ofgray, primarily in the crown. Her hair ishighlighted through the crown, blend-ing away the natural gray. The nape areais left her natural dark brown color for aclassic, dramatic contrast. The look isyouthful and fun, just like Dee!

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You’re Invitedto the King’s Crown Open House Celebration

B Y R I T A S O U T H E R N , D I R E C T O R O F A S S I S T E D L I V I N G

All Shell Point residents are invited to enjoy spring timeat the King’s Crown Open House. With the sixteen-month-long renovation project now complete, King’s Crown res-idents and staff are thrilled to welcome all of Shell Point for toursof the beautifully renovated building on Friday, April 24, andSaturday, April 25.

Personally guided court tours will offer a glimpse into thelifestyle of assisted living, and informational presentations willprovide answers to any questions you may have about assisted liv-ing services. Please contact McKenzie Boren at 454-2299 if youhave any questions.

Tour the Newly-Renovated Assisted Living Facility

Court Tours for Friday, April 24

Tour & Court Pick up PresentationMacoma/ Royal Bonnet ..........8:45 a.m. ................9:00 a.m.

Sand Dollar/ Coquina ..............9:30 a.m. ................9:45 a.m.

Tellidora/ Cellana ....................10:15 a.m. ............10:30 a.m.

Periwinkle/ Nautilus ..............11:00 a.m. ............11:15 a.m.

Palm Acres ......................................No Court Pick Up ..........11:15 a.m.

Sundial ..........................................11:45 a.m...............12:00 p.m.

Cameo ..........................................12:30 p.m. ............12:45 p.m.

Harbor Court ..............................1:15 p.m. ................1:30 p.m.

Court Tours for Saturday, April 25

Tour & Court Pick up PresentationRosemont ..................................9:15 a.m...................9:30 a.m.

Oakmont ..................................10:00 a.m. ..............10:15 a.m.

Lakewood ................................10:45 a.m. ..............11:00 a.m.

Parkwood/ Arbor ..................11:30 a.m. ..............11:45 a.m.

Eagles Preserve......................12:15 p.m. ..............12:30 p.m.

Junonia ......................................1:00 p.m...................1:15 p.m.

Lucina ..........................................1:45 p.m...................2:00 p.m.

Turban ........................................2:30 p.m...................2:45 p.m.


You don’t have to be an organist toappreciate and enjoy Peter RichardConte’s skill and innovative style. His organconcerts are comprised of recognizable audi-ence favorites and works he has arrangedhimself, creating an enjoyable show foraudiences with varying interests.

Peter Richard Conte is the fourth per-son to hold the title of Grand Court

Organist of the world famous WanamakerOrgan since the organ was first played in1911. The Wanamaker Organ is the largestfully functioning musical instrument in theworld. When not touring, he performs onthe six-manual, 28,000-pipe instrumenttwice daily, six days per week, at the Macy’sPhiladelphia department store.

Mr. Conte has been featured severaltimes on National Public Radio and onABC‘s Good Morning America and WorldNews Tonight. He also has a monthly radioshow, The Wanamaker Organ Hour. He per-forms extensively throughout the UnitedStates and Canada and has performed withthe Philadelphia Orchestra, Peter Nero andthe Philly Pops, and with the Delaware andAllentown Symphonies.

In addition to his concert career, Mr.Conte serves as choirmaster and organist ofSt. Clement’s Church in Philadelphia, wherehe directs an 18-voice professional choir.

Peter Richard Conte will share his tal-ents with the Shell Point community whenhe performs live from The Village ChurchAuditorium on Thursday, April 16, at 7:30p.m. A portion of the show will feature the

silent Charlie Chaplin film, The Kid, on thebig screen. Tickets for the show are $35 eachand can be purchased at either service desk,or by calling 454-2067.

The 2009 annual resident hurricane meetingwill be held on Thursday, April 30, at 10 a.m.in The Village Church Auditorium. This is animportant event that has traditionally kicked offthe hurricane season at Shell Point, and we hopethat all residents will attend.

This year’s program will be both enjoyable andeducational as we revisit our old friend, HurricaneCharlie, which impacted our community in Augustof 2005. Lynn Schneider, AVP marketing and com-munications, will introduce and discuss the videothat the SPTV crew filmed right after the hurricanestruck our area.

Our meteorological consultant, Dave Roberts,will provide information regarding the tools he uses

to forecast storms, and will offer perspective on the2008 storm season. In addition, he will make someearly predictions on what we can expect this cominghurricane season.

Scott Moore, director of facility operations, andJoy Darnell, director of the Shell Point pharmacy, willalso provide important information on planning for,coping with, and surviving a hurricane.

Following the meeting, there will be an opportu-nity for questions, and the church lobby will featurehurricane-related displays.

Please add this important meeting to your sched-ule. Your attendance will help ensure that if anotherhurricane threatens our area, we will all be ready todeal with it in the safest and most efficient fashion.

"A serious, exceedingly skillful classical musicianwho knows how to balance high culture and popularpopulist selections, and who has a highly developedsense of fun....one of America's most experiencedperformers....produces expressive effects that defythe commoner's understanding of the pipe organ.Breathtaking." (The Diapason, 2007)

THE FINE AND PERFORMING ARTS SERIES CONTINUES WITH

Organist, Peter Richard ConteThursday, April 16, at 7:30 p.m. in the Church Auditorium • Tickets $35 each

2009 HURRICANE MEETING - APRIL 30B Y B O B S O U T H E R N , D I R E C T O R O F P R O J E C T D E V E L O P M E N T


From The Island to The Woodlands,Easter dining is a delight at Shell Point.The hospitality services department has pre-pared a variety of dining options to suit mul-tiple tastes for this special holiday.

Island CafeThe Island Café will be serving break-

fast bright and early on Easter Sunday.Choose from fresh baked pastries and a cupof coffee or a complete breakfast cooked toorder from the grill. The Café is also theperfect place to grab a light lunch or snack ifyou plan to enjoy a full Easter dinner laterin the day. You can dine in or carry out fromThe Island Café between 7 a.m. and 2 p.m.on Easter Sunday.

Crystal RoomAn extensive traditional buffet will be

offered in The Crystal Room from 10 a.m.until 2 p.m. on Easter Sunday. Menu choicesinclude egg and cheese casserole, bacon,assorted breakfast breads and pastries, hand-carved roast lamb, baked ham, bakedsalmon, assorted vegetables, and an array ofdesserts. The Crystal’s extensive salad bar,along with freshly baked breads and rolls,will be the perfect complement to your meal.

Seating in the Crystal Room is based on theavailability of tables.

Palm GrillTom and Joel will host a special full

service Easter dining experience at the PalmGrill from 11:00 a.m. until 4 p.m. Startersinclude ice cold Gulf shrimp cocktail andthe popular Palm Grill lobster bisque. Maincourse options include tender filet mignon,macadamia crusted red snapper, veal chop

with mushroom risotto, BBQ rack of porkwith peach chutney, and twin cold waterlobster tails. Be sure to save room for one ofChef Joel’s homemade “bunny sweets.”Entrée prices range from $18.95 to $22.95.Reservations are not accepted, but call-ahead seating is available.

Holiday FeastsIf you would like to have a traditional

Easter meal prepared for you and ready to servein your own home, the family feast or deluxefeast from The Crystal Room could be the per-fect choice. The family feast includes a slicedbaked ham with raisin sauce or a wholeroasted turkey with gravy. The meal alsoincludes cranberry sauce and a side of vegeta-bles for just $44.95. The deluxe feast, in addi-tion to the family feast menu items, includes alemon meringue pie or coconut cake and onedozen dinner rolls. The price for the deluxefeast is $49.50. Each feast serves eight. Ordersmust be placed by April 6, and will be readyfor pickup at The Crystal Room on EasterSunday. Call 454-2199 or stop in to TheCrystal Room to place your order.

Jay Hibbard of Chesapeake,VA, joined The Christian andMissionary Alliance (C&MA)Foundation Board of Directors inOctober of 2008. He attended hisfirst board meeting at Shell Pointin February.

Hibbard is the vice president of sales and

marketing for SpectrumMarketing, Inc. He providesmarketing and sales supervi-sion and management supportto multiple spectrum consult-ants and various continuingcare retirement communities(CCRC) throughout theUnited States.

Hibbard holds a BSdegree in Communi cationsfrom Liberty University inLynchburg, VA. He has pre-viously held positions as the

southern regional director of sales for ACTS

retirement life communities with oversightof eight CCRCs in three states; festivaldirector for Steve Wingfield Ministries,responsible for the organization and logisticsof area-wide non-denominational churchoutreach meetings throughout the UnitedStates; director of sales for AmericanLifecare Corporation/Horst Lifecare, wherehe was part of the presale team for KeswickPines Manor, a startup CCRC in Whiting,NY; and vice president of The Ward Group,a public relations firm.

He is pleased to join the C&MA Boardof Directors and serve alongside a team ofesteemed professionals in the industry.

Board of DirectorsWelcomes NewMemberB Y R O C H E L L E C H E R N I AW S K I ,C O M M U N I C A T I O N S C O O R D I N A T O R

Jay Hibbard joined theChristian and MissionaryAlliance Foundation Board of Directors in October of 2008.

ENJOY A TRADITIONALEASTER DINNER AT HOMEBY PREORDERING AHOLIDAY FEASTFROM THE CRYSTAL.CHOOSE HAM OR TURKEY.

ENJOY A TRADITIONALEASTER DINNER AT HOMEBY PREORDERING AHOLIDAY FEASTFROM THE CRYSTAL.CHOOSE HAM OR TURKEY.

Easter SundayDining OptionsB Y J A M E S B E C K , I S L A N D D I N I N G M A N A G E R

Easter SundayDining Hours

Island Café: 7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Crystal Room: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Palm Grill: 11:00 a.m. – 4 p.m.


Thursday, April 21:15 p.m.Manatee Room/ISJared Pike, SPTV supervisor, will be sharinghow SPTV is using a Mac to create videos toshare with friends and family. All are wel-come to attend.

Thursday, April 27:15 p.m.Church Auditorium/IS Welcome back one of the most accom-plished and sought-after classical guitaristsof his generation. Born in Havana, Cuba,

Ernesto Tamayobegan studying theguitar with hisfather when he wasfive. He made histelevision debut atthe age of nine and

his Carnegie Hall debut in 1999, with asold-out performance. Last year, residentsraved about his brilliant performance, andmany took home a copy of his CD. Musicfans will definitely enjoy this concert.

Tuesday, April 77:15 p.m.Resident Activity Center/ISThis delightful reception andawards presentation offers theopportunity to peruse the manybeautiful photographs taken byShell Point’s very talented resi-dents while mingling with thephotographers. Light refresh-ments will be served.

Wednesday, April 88:00 a.m. Island pickup8:10 a.m. Woodlands pickup8:20 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup2:30 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $12.00 (lunch on your own)

Designed by resident birding expert, Dr. IverBrook (Lucina), this trip takes bird lovers totwo popular birding locations in one morn-ing. The trip will begin at Bunche Beachand migrate to Ding Darling NationalWildlife Area to discover what shorebirdsare out for observation. Iver checked thetides, and the date was selected for optimumshorebird feeding times. Several residentbird enthusiasts will be on hand to answerquestions and offer interpretive informationabout what we spot. A hearty lunch at DocFord’s will be well deserved after a morningof birding.

Wednesday, April 88:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLThe Fitness Team is hosting a healthymorning. Vendors, such as Mother Earth,New Balance, Snyderman’s, Publix and theSalons at Shell Point will be on hand withsamples and information. Join in activities

To include a listing for an upcoming event or activity, please contact Mary Franklin, resort servicesmanager, at 454-2152 or email: [email protected]

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such as nutritional label reading, brain fit-ness, and Wii programming. Also, fitnessfans will have the opportunity to win doorprizes!

Thursday, April 94:15 p.m. Island pickup4:25 p.m. Woodlands pickup4:30 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup7:30 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $7.00 (dinner on your own)Dining Japanese style, with a chef creatingyour meal right in front of you, is always afun experience. The chefs make an art outof entertaining while preparing your meal.

Tokyo Bay has a greatreputation for its finefood and service and isa favorite ethnicrestaurant for manyShell Point residents.Whether you cravesushi or rib eye steak,Tokyo Bay will surely

have an entrée to satisfy both your curiosityand your appetite. Meal prices range from$14 to $32.95

Saturday, April 1110:00 a.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLThe Computer College steering commit-tee will be announcing both the summer2009 Computer College classes and theSchool of Technology workshops. Therewill be a brief discussion of each course.Class instructors will be on hand to answerquestions pertaining to their particularcourse offerings. There will also be someinformative literature available.

Saturday, April 112:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLRob Brown stars in the inspirational truestory of Ernie Davis, the first AfricanAmerican to win football’s Heisman Trophy.Dubbed the “Elmira Express” for his relent-less drive, Davis also lived up to the nick-name off the field as he battled for racialequality. Dennis Quaid co-stars as Syracuse’s

Ben Schwartzwalder, thecoach who teaches Davisthe game and in returnlearns some good lessonsfrom his bold civil rightsachievements.

Monday, April 136:15 p.m. Amphitheater/ISThis award-win-ning family bandfrom Colorado isbringing theirbluegrass musicback to ShellPoint. Brian, the older son, plays guitar,mandolin, fiddle, and banjo. Ethan, theyounger son, plays the mountain dulcimer.Mom and Dad join in on the bass and gui-tar. Spend a delightful April evening out-doors while enjoying bluegrass as it wasmeant to be performed. Before their per-formance, consider stopping for dinner atThe Crystal Room.

Wednesday, April 1510:15 a.m.Commons Pond/WDLThe SPMYC is holding a “spring regatta”on the pond between The Woodlandsswimming pool and the golf course. Forthose interested in sailing or just wanting apleasant outing for a couple of hours, pleasejoin us. Experts will be on hand to answeryour questions. There will be a demonstra-tion boat for you to try your skill at sailing.

Friday, April 1710:15 a.m. Island pickup10:25 a.m. Woodlands pickup10:35 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup1:30 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $7.00 (lunch on your own)Red Lobster now offers menu items cookedon their wood-fire grill. Some of the dishesare coastal soup and wood-grilled shrimpsalad, the wood-grilledchicken or salmon BLT,lobster and shrimp pasta,and the sailor’s special.Treat yourself to a nicelunch out. Menu itemsrun $6.99 and up.

Saturday, April 189:30 a.m. Island pickup9:40 a.m. Woodlands pickup9:50 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup2:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $7.00 (lunch on your own)Shopping is made easier with Shell Pointtransportation. Why drive yourself? Joinyour friends for a shopping trip to the SteinMart Plaza in South Fort Myers. You couldalso choose to shop at Bealls, Wilford andLee, Ross, and many others. Lunch will beat Jason’s Deli, which is famous for its heftysandwiches and great baked potatoes.

Tuesday, April 219:15 a.m. Island pickup9:25 a.m. Woodlands pickup9:35 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup3:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $22.00 (includes entrancefee. Lunch and snacks on your own)Shriners believe that care for the less for-tunate, especially children who suffer fromburns and crippling diseases, is their insti-tutional calling. One of their mainfundraising efforts is their fabulous circus.Clowns, animalacts, death defy-ing stunts, pop-corn, and peanutsare all part of thefun. This trip isbound to makeyou feel like a kidagain. The Shriners Circus is held at theLee Civic Center in North Fort Myers.There will be bleacher-style seating.

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Tuesday, April 217:15 p.m.Church Auditorium/ISEnjoy music with history as the Shell PointSingers present Donald Moore’s collection ofsome of the most beloved Mother Goosesongs all dressed up in madrigal style. Inaddition, they will perform music by theinfluential Renaissance composers GiovanniGastoldi and Orlando di Lasso, and songsfrom The Sound of Music. As an instrumen-tal selection, four residents will perform the1st Movement of Bach’s BrandenburgConcerto No. 3, on two pianos!

Wednesday, April 228:30 a.m. Island pickup8:40 a.m. Woodlands pickup8:50 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup3:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $15.00 (ice cream on your own)Grab your beach duds, chairs, books, andsupplies for another great trip to VanderbiltBeach. Beach BBQ will beprovided, and we will stopat everyone’s favorite icecream parlor, RoyalScoop, on the return toShell Point. Binocularsmight be helpful, sincethe shorebirds often pro-vide wondrous entertainment.

Friday, April 241:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLJoin speaker Mary Treece and residentEmily Kletzien (Periwinkle) for an excitinglook at how you can use the Nintendo Wiito keep your brain in shape while havingfun. Explore all the Wii has to offer for

improving your cognitive health, includingNintendo’s Big Brain Academy and BrainChallenge.

Friday, April 24 andSaturday, April 25Come out and celebrate spring and joinyour court for a tour of the highly antici-pated completion of the King’s Crownrenovations. For tour times and moreinformation see page 17.

Monday, April 2710:00 a.m. Board at the Macoma Dock

2:30 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $42.00 (lunch on your own)

The Caloosahatchee River opens the doorto the Gulf of Mexico, San Carlos Bay, andPine Island Sound. Nestled in one smallspot of Pine Island Sound, just a short jauntoff the Intracoastal Waterway, you will findhidden treasures such as Cabbage Key.

Cabbage Key has arestaurant that feelslike a scene from aRandy Wayne Whitenovel. Captain Brain

and his first mate, Jim, will operate thispopular Beach Cat catamaran tour. Thereis a 24 person limit for this excursion, andit is a very popular destination. Don’t delay,reserve your spot today.

Monday, April 277:15 p.m.Social Center/ISBased on WilliamShakespeare’s classicplay, this historicaldrama won numerousinternational honors,including an Oscar forBest Art Direction.When Brutus (James

Mason), Cassius (John Gielgud), and aband of rogue Roman officials murderJulius Caesar (Louis Calhern), they’redriven out of Rome. But they vow to returnand fight Marc Antony (Marlon Brando),who proves his loyalty to the bitter end.

Tuesday, April 282:15 p.m.Social Center/ISShell Point’s director of golf,Mike Mongoven, will reviewThe Downhill Lie: A Hacker’sReturn To A Ruinous Sport.The book, written by popu-lar Miami novelist, Carl Hiaasen, isan amusing account of the author’s “battle”with the game of golf. Refreshments will beserved.

Tuesday, April 287:15 p.m.Church Auditorium/ISDon’t miss one of the most talked aboutevents of the year! Shell Point residentsand employees are prepared to show offtheir talent as musicians, actors, dancers,and singers. With hosts Scott Moore offacility operations and Lynn Schneider ofmarketing, this event promises to be a hit!

Thursday, April 3010:00 a.m.Church Auditorium/IS

All residents are encouraged to attend theannual hurricane seminar. Join meteoro-logical consultant, Dave Roberts and ShellPoint directors to hear about the latest meth-ods of storm tracking and revisit 2004’s bigone that made land fall just north of FortMyers, Hurricane Charley. See page 19 formore information.

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Sign-up required for this activity. Call Island (454-2282) or Woodlands (454-2054)

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Walking up anddown stairs

Boatingattire

Special event buswill be running

Mark Your CalendarThe following activities are planned by a variety of groups. All Shell Point residents are welcome to attend.

Check your current Weekly Reminder, or watch SPTV for locations and/or changes.

9:00 Christian Life Studies (WDL)9:15 Christian Life Studies 10:15 Morning Worship1:15 Mixed Golf League6:15 Evening Worship

8:45 Lap Robes (Apr 6, 20)9:15 Billiards9:15 Pottery9:15 Shuffleboard9:30 Bocce Ball10:15 Virtual Bowling10:30 Disciple Men’s Bible Study12:00 Mah-Jongg (Sabal Room, WDL)1:15 Table Tennis1:15 Scrabble1:15 Tone Chimes 2:00 Beading Club 3:15 Virtual Golf4:30 Bourne Jewelers6:45 Duplicate Bridge7:00 Pinochle

8:00 Women’s Golf League8:15 Stamp Project

(Stamp Room/Tunnel/IS)9:15 Open Painting Group10:15 Trim & Healthy Support Group

10:15 Through the Bible12:45 Duplicate Bridge1:00 Mixed Progressive Pairs’ Bridge1:30 Stamp Project (Sabal Room/WDL)1:45 The Rollicking Recorderists3:15 Virtual Tennis6:45 Hymn Sing (Apr 21)

7:45 Men’s Bible Study 9:00-12:00 Geraci Travel9:15 Model Yacht Club Meeting (Apr 1)9:15 Watercolor Class9:45 Ladies’ Bible Study10:15 Model Yacht Club (Garden Apt Pond)

11:00 Computer Q&A (Apr 15, Sabal Room/WDL)

11:15 Computer Q&A (Apr 1, 29, Osprey Room/IS)

1:00 Chess2:15 Knitters Anonymous (Apr 15)2:30 Jazz ‘N Stuff3:00 Bible Study (King’s Crown)5:45 Village Church Choir Rehearsal7:15 Prayer & Praise

8:00 Men’s Golf League9:00 Paddler’s Club/IS 9:30 Current Events

10:15 Online Investors (Apr 16)1:15 Mah-Jongg (LibraryLounge, RAC)1:15 SPOT Play Readers (Apr 2, 16)2:15 Photo Club (Apr 9)2:15 Computer Club (Apr 16)7:00 Trailblazers Bible Study

8:00 Intrepid Bike Riders (Apr 10, 24)8:15 Stamp Project (Stamp Room/

Tunnel/IS)10:15 Inquiring Minds 10:15 Genealogy (Apr 10) 1:00 Mixed Progressive Bridge1:15 Quilters1:15 Table Tennis 1:30 Vespers (Arbor)2:00 Diabetes Group Appt (Apr 3)2:15 Art Club (Apr 17, Art Studio/IS)2:45 Vespers (KC)3:15 Great Decisions (Apr 3, 17)6:45 Game Night

8:00 Adopt-a-Road (Apr 18)9:00 Saturday Coffee9:45 Duplicate Bridge – Supervised Play10:00 Information Forum (Apr 11)10:15 Model Yacht Club (Garden Apt Pond)

1:00 Chess7:00 Duplicate Bridge

Thursday, April 305:15 p.m. Island pickup5:25 p.m. Woodlands pickup5:35 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup10:30 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $20.00 (snacks on your own)Most Minor League Baseball fans who havefollowed the Miracle since their move toFort Myers in 1992 know that the franchisehas gained a solid reputation for sendingseveral of its alumni on to the MinnesotaTwins. The more ardent trivia buff may alsoknow that the franchise had a long stand-ing tenure in Miami, mainly as an affiliateof the Baltimore Orioles. But, what somefans may not know is that the franchise haswon five Florida State League champi-

onships and has sent dozens of former play-ers to the Majors, including three Hall ofFamers and a few future Hall of Famers likeCal Ripken Jr. Let Shell Point take you outto the old ball game! Swing in to sign upnow, as there are limited tickets for thisevent. There will be bleacher-style seatingand crowd maneuvering.

MayMark Your Calendar:

Tuesday, May 57:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLWelcome back bass/baritone John Sadlerfor his fifth performance at Shell Point.This unique vocal program will includeBroadway tunes, familiar opera arias, andnostalgia. There will definitely be some-thing for everyone!

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In mid March, the stage was set forthe annual volunteer appreciationevent, honoring Shell Point volunteers andthe generous services they provide.

This year’s celebration of volunteerismwas an Elegant Evening under the stars in theAdministrative Courtyard. A beautifulevening sky provided the backdrop for volun-teers from every service area at Shell Point tomeet and greet their fellow volunteers as theystrolled throughout the courtyard area, whilethe gentle sounds of wind and string instru-ments could be heard. Administration andmanagement staff were on hand to greet thevolunteers and personally thank them fortheir service. That night was truly a night forstars, with thanks and appreciation for thethousands of hours of service provided by more

than 1,000 star volunteers!

One Elegant Eveningfor Over One Thousand Stars

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Britta Johnson (Lucina) is greetedwarmly by Vice President of HealthCare, Steve Minniear.

Top to bottom:

Dr. Harold Greenlee (Coquina), Dotty Morrison (Cellana), Miriam Fountain (Turban).

A quintet provided a backdrop of beautiful classical music.

John and Janet Bendall volunteer in a variety of ways at Shell Point,

including John’s piano playing at nu-merous events and Janet’s involvement with the Inter-Generational Committee and the Larsen Pavilion.

Bob and Joyce Crone (Sundial).


One Elegant Eveningfor Over One Thousand Stars

Top left: Doris and Ray Nan-dal (Macoma) have been ac-tively volunteering since theirmove to Shell Point in 2001.

Top right: Volunteers LynneHaas (Rosemont) and JoanWright (Rosemont) were

greeted by President PeterDys. Dys thanks them for their

volunteer service.

Left: Paige Lewis (Lakewood) with her sister-in-law Linda Forcey (Parkwood).

Right: Two dedicated Shell Point volunteers, Fred Rosenstrauch and his

wife, Lore. Fred is wearing the blue Pavilion Auxiliary jacket, symbolizing

his volunteer involvement in Shell Point’s skilled nursing center.

Below left: Delinda Bishop (Sand Dollar), Martha Holmes (Parkwood), and Harvey Widmark (Eagles Preserve).

Right:The Resident Lifegroup planned an elegant evening tohonor Shell Point’svolunteers. Mary

Franklin, Teri Kollath,Dawn Boren, GinnyMiller-Plaza, Ted

Yeatts, Rose Cridlin,Dianne Morton.

Margaret and JohnHarrington (Parkwood).

Above: Volunteering at Shell Point introduces you to a world ofnew friends. Mildred Howarter (Cameo), Dot Grebenstein(Cameo), Connie Tucker (Cameo).

Below: Dr. Michael and Sylvia Raia (Lucina) are joined by Tim Ficker, executive vice president of operations.



The Maryville University Women’s Golf Team from St. Louis,MO, spent their spring break training at the Shell Point GolfClub. Five members from the team of eight prepared for their springseason by playing rounds of golf with the Shell Point Women’s GolfAssociation. Head coach Chad Green enjoyed the opportunity ofholding the team’s spring training at Shell Point. “I’m thrilled thatShell Point was able to host us for a beautiful week of golf,” he said.“It’s a great course.”

Mike Mongoven, director of golf, was pleased to open thecourse for the team’s spring training. “Maryville University is thefourth college golf team that has used the Shell Point Golf Club forspring training. Young people are good for golf, and all of the play-ers that have used our facilities have been outstanding.”

Maryville Women’s Golf Team from L-R: Megan Donham (senior), Coach Green, Kayla Eckelcamp, (freshman), Jessica Lembrecht (junior),Nicole Gravino (freshman) and Suzanne Lindermann (sophmore).

The Residents’ Council hasapproved the school supplyinitiative that provides schoolsupplies for Shell Point employeeswho have students in kinder-garten through fifth grades. Eachyear, parents receive a list of theschool supplies that teachersrequire at the start of the schoolyear. The IntergenerationCommittee helps by using thefunds collected to provide thoseschool supplies to Shell Point employees responsible for obtainingthe items for their children.

Those who are interested in contributing to the school suppliesfund drive can provide donations of cash and checks (made out toShell Point and noting School Supplies in the memo section).Donations can be left at either service desk from April 15 thoughApril 30. This gift from residents is always appreciated.

School Supplies FundDrive April 15 – 30

Residents Contribute, VolunteersDistribute, Employees Benefit On behalf of the Shell Point Residents’ Council, we want

to thank all residents who shared their generosity in con-tributing to the 2009 United Way Campaign. The campaign beganon January 15 and concluded on February 28. Approximately 216residents participated in supporting the cause.

At the Residents’ Council meeting on March 4, DickRockstroh (Turban), chair,reported that $61,085.97was contributed toward thegoal of $75,000. “The finalamount raised may havebeen less than the goal dueto a lower number of majorgifts received in compari-son to last year,” Rockstrohspeculated. “However, thelevel of support from ShellPoint residents remainsstrong, and their contributions play a critical role in the overall suc-cess of the United Way in its services to Lee County.”

What Contributions to the United Way Can Do

Requests for services at United Way partner agencies, whetherfor food, housing, childcare, or counseling, have increased dramat-ically. The soup kitchen is serving more than three times the num-ber of people than in the past. The Children’s Advocacy Center,which helps abused and neglected children, has seen a 40% increasein the number of cases. Calls to the United Way 211 helpline haverisen from 2,800 per month to over 4,400 per month. More than 70agencies and 160 programs received funds from the United Way,including, the YMCA, Interfaith Care Givers, Abuse Counselingand Treatment, and Southwest Florida Addiction Services.

Extending a Helping HandA few Shell Point residents also volunteer their time on the

United Way Allocations Committee. The committee is separatedinto groups of volunteers who visit the United Way agenciesrequesting assistance and then determine how much money is tobe allocated to these agencies. Seeing the hard work and dedicationfrom workers at these agencies brings to reality the importance ofcharitable assistance.

Gratitude for Giving The benevolence of Shell Point residents makes a significant

difference in people’s lives every day. It can buy books for children,teach mothers the English language, provide food for those in need,allow transportation for disadvantaged people who need help get-ting to medical facilities, and much more. Once again, Shell Pointresidents have reached out into the greater Fort Myers communityto help others who are less fortunate. Thank you for your contribu-tions to the 2009 United Way Campaign.

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Carol Palermo (Royal Bonnet court rep),Jodi Phillips of the United Way LeeCounty, and Dick Rochstroh (residentcouncil president).

Each August school supplies aredistributed to Shell Point employ-ees for their school aged children.

Maryville Saints Swing BigDuring Spring Training at the

Shell Point Golf Club


Come on Down Ya’ll

to The Hee Haw Junction

The events of the pasttwelve months havecaused all of us to stop, look,and listen, in an effort tojudge what seems to be hap-pening in the United Stateseconomy. A friend who hasbecome a familiar voice thisyear is Dr. David Jones, aneconomist with an ear towhat is happening inWashington. Dr. Jones is the chairman ofthe board at Investors’ Security Trust. Heis also a well-known commentator for thenational media and a local resident. Dr.Jones has made himself available onceagain for a Legacy seminar at Shell Point.

The seminar will take place onTuesday, April 7, at 10:00 a.m. in the

Grand Cypress Room of TheWoodlands. During the seminar,Dr. Jones will address the latestnews on what is happening in theeconomy, while reserving themajority of the time for questionsfrom the audience.

Dr. Jones has authorednumerous books on the subject ofFederal Reserve policy and is a fre-quent commentator on CNBC,

CNN, PBS, and other television net-works and cable news shows. He is widelyregarded as one the foremost experts onFed Policy and the Financial Markets.

It is an honor to have him share hisindustry expertise with the Shell Pointcommunity. Event sign-up can be com-pleted at either service desk.

Legacy Seminar Economic Outlook with Dr. David Jones

B Y T I M S T E P H E N S O N , E X E C U T I V E D I R E C T O R O F T H E L E G A C Y F O U N D A T I O N

It’s the Third Annual Shell Point Resident and

Staff Variety Show!Tuesday, April 28, at 7:15 p.m.

Come on down to one of the most talked about eventsof the year, the third annual Shell Point Variety Show!Shell Point residents and employees alike are prepared to showoff their talents under the spotlights as musicians, actors, dancers,and singers. There will be something to entertain every cowpoke,buckaroo, and desperado.

With hosts Scott Moore of facility operations and LynnSchneider of marketing, this event promises to be a hit. Whenthose two are in cahoots, there's no telling what to expect!

If you have an act or a talent you’d like to share, then pleasecontact Ted Yeatts at 454-2057 to sign up to be in the show.

So round up your amigos, and mosey on over to The VillageChurch Auditorium on Tuesday, April 28. The fun will begin at7:15 p.m.

EconomistDr. David Jones

Lynn Schneider and Scott Moorewill emcee this year’s Variety Show

in a Hee Haw theme.

Attend this Legacy seminar to hearDr. David Jones address the latest newson what is happening in the economy.As an economist and frequent commen-tator, Jones has become widely regardedas an expert on financial markets and Fedpolicy. A large portion of the seminartime will be set aside to answer questionsfrom the audience.

Tuesday, April 7, at 10:00 a.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDL

RSVP to either Service Desk by calling 454-2282 on The Island or 454-2054 at The Woodlands.

EconomicOutlook

Legacy Seminar

Some remarkable Shell Point Volunteer information for the year 2008

There are many Shell Point residents who vol-unteer throughout the community — nearly1,000 volunteers provided nearly 100,000 hours ofservice in 2008. Some of these volunteers and theiractivities may be very familiar to you from coveragein the pages of Shell Point Life and stories shown onSPTV. Others you may never see, because they workbehind-the-scenes. In addition, resident volunteerslead every one of the over 100 ongoing activity andvolunteer service groups at Shell Point!

With all this volunteer service, just imagine howmany residents are the recipients of their neighbors’beneficence…everybody. If you go to the Library, GiftShop or The Larsen Pavilion, you automaticallyreceive more than just what you came for.

This spirit of volunteerism extends throughoutthe community on a daily basis - resident to resident,neighborhood to neighborhood - making Shell Pointone of the best places to live.

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The Gift Shop� The work of 118 suppliers wassold by 53 volunteers for a totalsales of over $50,000 in 2008. Totalsales since the Gift Shop beganamounts to $769,766. The GiftShop profits provide gifts for ShellPoint, such as the floating lagoonChristmas tree, the piano in theArbor, outdoor furniture at thePavilion, and more!

Island Computer Lab � 37 proctors kept the lab openfor 4,275 users.

Woodlands Computer Lab� 44 proctors kept the lab openfor 4,895 users.

Shell Point’s Own Theater �Residents meet regularly to readplays and provide public perform-ances several times each year.This year they completed theireleventh performance!

Welcome Center Volunteers� Material is stuffed for mailingsby 13 faithful on-call volunteers.

IntergenerationalVolunteers� Nearly 300 bags of school sup-plies were processed by 34 volun-teers and given to grade schoolchildren of staff.

UPS Center� 31 volunteers gave 1300 hoursto pack and send 1,891 packages.

Huggie Hearts� Since the group began in 1989,over 12,000 heart-shaped pillowswere created for heart patients atSouthwest Regional Hospital, FortMyers, to be used by heart patientswhen they cough.

Pharmacy � 18 volunteers serve on a regularbasis to help the Pharmacy runsmoothly.

Suzy Q � 23 volunteers made good use ofthe new boat this year, taking1,297 guests across the river toRum Runners for a scenic trip cul-minating in a delicious lunch.

Greeters� Resident volunteers welcomeand assist at every common area.Woodlands Commons has 13greeters, and substitutes. TheArbor Medical Center has 9greeters, and substitutes. TheResident Activity Center has 12greeters, and substitutes.

Knitters Anonymous � 32 Shell Point residents gave5,244 hours of knitting and cro-cheting service to provide 352items sent to World Relief inGeorgia, the Indian MissionaryServices in Arizona, CrisisPregnancy Centers in Pennsylvaniaand Florida, Linus Project, andnursing homes in Port Charlotte.

Train Room � 4,000 visitors to the Gulf CoastModel Railroad.

Academy Hosts�Volunteers greeted participants,and distributed handouts and eval-uations at Academy programs.

Left, top to bottom: Volunteers from the Shell Point Orchid House, Meals on Wheels, the Library,UPS, Knitters Anonymous and the Communication volunteer group.

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The Stamp Room Ministry� Donated stamps are processedby 100 volunteers to be sold to col-lectors generating over $34,500which provide Sunday school sup-plies and materials in Spanish.

Morning Assurance� Volunteers provides the dailycalls that back up the morningassurance system.

Library Book Talk� Book Talks are providedmonthly by Shell Point residents.

Shell Point Library� Nearly 29,000 items werechecked out by residents from thisall volunteer library which alsosupports libraries in The Arborand King’s Crown.

Adopt-A-Road� 18 energetic residents havesigned on to keep Shell PointBlvd. free of trash on a regularmonthly basis.

The Genealogy Library� Located in the WoodlandsCommons, 14 proctors assist withfinding information about yourfamily history.

Hospitality Volunteers� Provide hospitality and assis-tance with all programs thatinclude food and beverage.

Communications Volunteers� Help in all areas of SPTV pro-duction, from interviews, to cam-era work at The Village Church,to reading Shell Point Life on air forthe visually impaired.

The Costume Closet � Volunteers maintain and checkout costumes for programs andevents.

Woodlands Mini Library� An “on your honor” librarylocated in the Game Room of theWoodlands Commons.

Meals On Wheels� Volunteers deliver preparedmeals to residents when needed.

Salon Volunteers� Residents greet and help escortat Shell Point Salons throughoutthe community.

Hope Hospice at Shell Point� Resident volunteers, trained byHope Hospice, receive Auxiliaryorientation and serve in the uniton the fourth floor of the LarsenPavilion, also visiting residentsthroughout the building whoreceive hospice care.

Lap Robes� Volunteers sew lap robes andmatching pillows for residents ofthe Larsen Pavilion.

Court Volunteers� Residents volunteer on socialand service committees to wel-come new residents and to enrichlife in the courts. Court Reps areelected to serve in leadership rolesfor each court.

Academy Instructors� Residents are the most popularinstructors and presenters as theyshare lifetimes of interest andexpertise.

Assisted Living� Residents lead programs andactivities at King’s Crown and TheArbor, including Memory Aerobics,exercise groups, and current eventconversations.

Gardens� Residents with green thumbskeep the Rose Garden in bloomfor birthday roses for residents ofthe Larsen Pavilion. Residentsalso maintain the Orchid House,which provides year-round beautyand opportunities for personaltranquility.

Advisory Boards� Residents serve for two-yearterms with the goal of integratingnew residents, obtaining residentfeedback and generating ideas fornew areas of growth in the com-munity, currently focusing on TheFine and Performing Arts, TheAcademy, and Technology.

The Larsen PavilionAuxiliary� Over 250 residents volunteeringon 17 committees provide support,companionship, and service to resi-dents on the second and third floorsof the Larsen Pavilion, and topatients on the first floor rehab unit.

Christmas Cantata� Residents and friends entertainwith a special Christmas presenta-tion on Christmas Day.

Holiday Sounds � Residents in Tone Chimes,Rolicking Recorderists, and othermelodic groups entertain duringthe Christmas season.

Right, top to bottom: Volunteers from the Stamp Room, the Pharmacy, Adopt-A-Road,Morning Assurance, Lap Robes, the Train Room, and Hospitality.

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Holy Week is a time to reflect on the Passion of our Lord. It commemorates thelast week of the earthly life of Jesus Christ, beginning with the celebration of Histriumphal entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday, leading to His crucifixion on

Good Friday, and culminating with His resurrection on Easter Sunday. During Holy Week,worship services at The Village Church allow the community to share the remembranceand celebrate the provision of God’s grace as demonstrated at Calvary. Times of solitudeand quietness allow for meditation and contemplation of the truth of God’s word.

Consider taking a journey of faith throughout Holy Week by spending time attending worshipservices or enjoying personal quiet times of reflection in various areas around the community.

Palm Sunday Morning Worship, April 5, at 10:15 a.m.Begin the journey of faith with a grand processional into The Village Church,celebrating Christ’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem. The service will include the

waving of palm branches and proclaiming, “Hosanna! Blessed is He who comes inthe name of the Lord.” Rev. Scott Bartholomew, associate minister, will address the

topic, “New Beginnings,” and Rev. Ken Nesselroade, senior minister, willlead the sharing of Holy Communion. (Read Matthew 21:1-11)

Palm Sunday Evening Praise, April 5, at 6:15 p.m. Continue the pilgrimage as The Village Church Choir presents The Story, a musical journey through the life ofChrist. The musical, written and arranged by David Clydesdale and Karla Worley, tells the story of brothers andsisters who, through their songs, help us express faith, joy, and wonder at the gift of grace given at Calvary. Thechoir and congregation will join together in musical celebration as more than 30 various hymns and gospel songstell the old, old story of Jesus and His love. (Read John 15:1-17)

Personal Reflection, Monday, April 6 Spend time along the water to reflect on the life of Christ as He walked by the waters of Galilee. Remember, it wasthere that Jesus met His first disciples, Simon Peter, James, and John. It was also the site where He performed manymiracles, such as calming the raging storm on the Sea of Galilee that threatened to swamp their boat, and walkingon the water to meet His disciples. (Read Mark 4:35-41)

Personal Reflection, Tuesday, April 7 Just as Jesus went to the temple, continue your journey to the Arbor chapel, a space designed for prayerand mediation. The symbolism and colors in the stained glass window were chosen to represent theolog-ical truths historically embraced by the church. The art work provides additional inspiration with hymntexts and Scripture verses expressed in calligraphy. (Read Luke 2:39-52)

Ken Nesselroadesenior minister

Scott Bartholomewassociate minister

Journey of FaithA Holy Week

Journey of FaithSunday, April 5 - Sunday, April 12

Prayer Meeting, Wednesday, April 8, at 7:15 p.m.The service of prayer and praise, a weekly gathering, will begin with the singing of favorite hymns, followed by a Bible study led byRev. Ken Nesselroade. Then join with others in small groups to pray for the concerns of the community. (Read Matthew 6:5-15)

Personal Reflection, Maundy Thursday, April 9It was in the garden that Jesus prayed to His heavenly Father. Take time to walk through a garden toadmire the amazing display of God’s handiwork and reflect on His faithfulness. The intricacy of theirdesign and the seasonal blossoms are a reminder that God works in mysterious ways.

(Read Matthew 26:36-45)

Good Friday Service of DarknessApril 10, at 10:15 a.m.Through music, Scripture reading and meditation, the service of darkness will reflecton Christ’s sacrificial death. Dr. Calvin Johansson (Cameo) will serve as organist, andRev. Neal Clarke (Cellana) will be speaking on the Passion of our Lord. Also, TheVillage Church Choir will present David Child’s stirring setting of the poignantGerman hymn Ah, Holy Jesus. (Read Mark 15:21-29)

Personal Reflection, Saturday, April 11Visit the Steinbach Chapel at The Larsen Pavilion. The beauty of the cross stands in stark contrast to the cruel, old, rugged cross.Contemplate the gift of abundant life that is ours because of Christ’s sacrificial death on the cross of agony. (Read Philippians 2:1-11)

Easter Sunday Sunrise Service, April 12, at 6:45 a.m. Start Easter Sunday by attending the sunrise service at the Amphitheater on The Island. Thesunrise service will begin with the ringing of bells and conclude with the releasing of dovesto symbolize the new life and freedom that is won by the victorious risen Christ. The speakerwill be Rev. Scott Bartholomew. (Read Matthew 28:1-7)

Easter Sunday Resurrection Celebration, April 12, at 10:15 a.m.Join in the celebration of Christ’s resurrection through the singing of glorious hymns of praisewith The Village Church Choir and special guests,The Gabriel V Brass Ensemble and organist Dr.

David Chalmers. Rev. Ken Nesselroade will share the Easter story andspeak of the victorious life that is provided through Christ’s resurrection.(Read I Corinthians 15:1-34)

Easter Sunday Season of Praise ConcertApril 12, at 6:15 p.m. Conclude the Holy Week journey of faith by attending the Season of Praise concertwith the Gabriel V Brass Ensemble and organist, David Chalmers. The Gabriel VBrass Ensemble presents the best in fanfare and solo brass works. As an ensemblewith Gloriae Dei Artes, a foundation dedicated to the pursuit of beauty and truthin celebration of the arts, the passion and creativity of Gabriel V is evidenced by thelives of its members and their commitment to artistic excellence through detailedpreparation in a spirit of mutual honesty, dignity, openness, and joy.

(Read Ephesians 2:1-10)

For God so loved the world that hegave his one and only Son, so that who-ever believes in him shall not perish buthave eternal life. (John 3:16, NIV)

This one sentence, penned by theApostle John sometime after thedeath and resurrection of Jesus Christ,summarizes the essence of the Easter story.In giving up His son to a cruel death on arugged cross, God demonstrated theextent of His love for the human race andHis willingness to pay any price to redeemit. Such a spirit of loving and giving cap-

tures the nature of the relationship Goddesires to have with humans dating fromthe time of creation to the present time.

God’s intention is that we model ourCreator’s example and nurture loving andgiving as prominent characteristics of ourlifestyle. Out of His heart of love, Godgives gifts, talents, skills, and resources topeople of all callings, disciplines, disposi-tions, and stages in life.

With humility and gratitude we are toreceive God’s gifts, and with generosity weare to share them with brothers and sis-ters we meet along the way. The giftsGod gives to various individuals areintended to be enjoyed with others for thecommon good. Everyone profits when the

recipients of God’s magnanimityacknowledge His benevolence and rein-vest the gifts in the community.

God’s Hand in Giving Loving and giving are the impetuses

behind the Steinbach Chapel, located inthe Larson Pavilion. Jerry and Dee Horne(Palm Acres) expressed their love for Godand others by donating the necessary fundsfor the construction of the chapel in honorof Dee’s parents, Clarence and BetsySteinbach, who loved their home at ShellPoint. God then prompted the leadership

of Shell Point to allocate precious squarefootage for an edifice that would representthe spiritual presence of the Almightyamong us. God guided the architect todesign a space for meditation and prayerthat is defined by eight sides, symbolizingnew beginnings. God gave inspiration andskill to the artisans who crafted the stainedglass windows that allow light to splashacross the chapel in a stunning tableau ofcolor to Don Draggoo (Cellana) and JimDavey (Parkwood), who painstakinglyworked the wood and assembled it to

form the table and frame for the cross, andto Timothy Botts, whose calligraphy visu-ally expresses the words of comfort andhope God gives to His people in this quietplace.

A Gift for The CommunityThe chapel stands as a testimony to

the contribution of multiple gifts given inlove and appreciation from a variety ofindividuals over several phases of plan-ning and construction.

The beneficiary of the combined tal-ents and donations is the entire ShellPoint Retirement Community, includingresidents, families, friends, and visitors.All are invited to visit the SteinbachChapel frequently to engage in reflection,meditation, and prayer. If each visitor tothe chapel receives inspiration for a newspiritual beginning, then the gifts willhave been passed on successfully.

The Easter season presents an oppor-tunity to explore, contemplate, and enjoythis sacred space. During Holy Week(Palm Sunday, April 5 through EasterSunday, April 11), meditation guides willbe placed in the chapel for individual useto facilitate personal reflection.

God’s intention is that we model our Creator’s example and nurture loving and giving as

prominent characteristics of our lifestyle. Out of His heart of love, God gives gifts, talents, skills, and resources to people of all callings, disciplines,

dispositions, and stages in life.

God So Loved…That He Gave B Y D R . S U E S T R A N A H A N ,

P A V I L I O N C H A P L A I N


Carey Randall (PalmAcres) graduated fromhigh school in farawayBeirut, Lebanon. Yet her

work today is as American as a “BigMac” hamburger. Her career and vol-unteer work have been varied andprestigious: Associate Publisher ofSmithsonian Magazine, Board Member forChildren’s Theatre, Calvert Marine Museumand Calvert County Hospice. But the personalexperience of having a child with cancer movedher to found and direct the Ronald McDonaldHouse in Washington, D.C., and to continuethat passion by working with the SouthwestFlorida Ronald McDonald House Charities.

Carey will be the featured speaker at theWomen’s Ministries Spring Coffee on

Wednesday, April 15, at 10:15 a.m.in the Social Center on The Island.With a theme of “Loving YourNeighbor,” Nancy will be sharingabout her work with the RonaldMcDonald houses in DC and inFlorida. Eagles Preserve residentJanet Howard will give a short devo-

tional on the same theme. Coffee andrefreshments will be served. All Shell Pointladies are invited. Because seating is limited,free tickets will be issued. Tickets are avail-able during the morning and evening VillageChurch services, and can also be obtained atthe church office during the week. If youtake a ticket and find you are unable toattend, please return your ticket so anotherlady can enjoy the morning!

The Allen organ at TheVillage Church has somenew sounds, thanks to a re-cent gift that made it possibleto upgrade the instrument.

Reynold and Betty Anderson (Lakewood)have supported the joy of music in the churchcommunity by providing the latest Vista pro-gram for the church’s four manual AllenOrgan. This gift is given in loving memory ofRey’s father, Z. Albin E. Anderson, who was atalented church musician and inspirationalrole model. As an organist and choirdirector in Minneapolis, Z. Albin E.Anderson served the First EvangelicalFree Church for more than 50 years.

The Allen Vista will add hun-dreds of exciting sounds to the organwhile providing additional versatilityfor registration and performanceartistry. This upgraded technologyopens new performance horizons: with 128General MIDI sounds; 21 additional orches-tral instruments; 159 sound variations; 8 per-cussion sounds; and independent volume,tuning, note-range, and octave selection foreach voice – assignable on a per-piston basis.And there are many more features includedin the upgrade!

The benefits of this new technology willbe heard each week while the organ is playedfor worship services and community pro-grams. The variety of sounds of Vista will beespecially featured on Easter Sunday as theGabriel V Brass Ensemble performs withguest organist, Dr. David Chalmers.Chalmers is the artist-in-residence with Glo-riæ Dei Artes Foundation. This amazingtechnological addition will be showcasedagain at the Fine and Performing Arts Con-cert on Thursday, April 16, with organistPeter Richard Conte, Grand Court Organ-ist of the world famous Wanamaker Organat the Macy’s Philadelphia department store.

Organ music is greatly appreciated byThe Village Church congregation and resi-dents of Shell Point Retirement Community.Whether it be a worship service or commu-nity concert, this special gift of Allen Vistawill provide state-of-the-art technology thatadds endless possibilities for new dimensionand color of sound to the organ music thatinspires and entertains all listeners.

The desire for this gift is to serve as amusical tribute to Z. Albin E. Anderson - aGodly father, business man, and communityservant who freely gave to others throughthe ministry of song.

The Gift of Music: Generous Gift Gives NewDimension To The Sound Of The Village Church Organ

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The addition of the Allen Vista™MIDI controller to The VillageChurch organ will enhance up-coming performances by guestorganists, Dr. David Chalmersand Peter Richard Conte.

WOMEN’S MINISTRIES Global Outreach

Loving Your Neighbor

Carey Randall (Palm Acres)

UPCOMING SUMMER WELLNESS S ER I E S

Women’s Ministries will againhost a three session Summer WellnessSeries of lectures. Plan to keep theseTuesday morning dates open: May 5,June 2, and July 7. Our own popularnurse practitioner, Dr. Carol Clark,will return along with two other inter-esting speakers. The sessions will be at9:45 a.m. at The Village Church. Moredetails to follow in the May issue ofShell Point Life.

Calvin Johannson (Cameo)explores the organ’s new

dimension of sound.

Sea urchin suncatcherby Starr Ramsey Autumn Colors by Kathryn Vogelbacker

2009 Shell PointArt Show & Sale

Paints Picture of Talented Community

Sailboat by Marge WilliamsonSpiral pottery designby June Lockhart.

Shell Point’s talented artists impressedtheir audiences once again at theArt Show and Sale held in March.Residents and visitors alike enjoyed brows-ing an amazing display of paintings inwatercolor, oil, acrylic, mixed media, andpastels. One-of-a-kind creations in pottery,stained glass, lapidary, and wood drew manycompliments.

More than 800 guests, from 24 statesand three countries, attended this year’s

show. They were greeted by a magnificentdisplay of bright and fragrant orchids fromthe Shell Point Orchid House.

The 2009 show was one of the mostanticipated in art show history, as Art Clubmembers worked hard to make it special inremembrance of former Shell Point resi-dent Olive Adams, who was a formativeearly member of the Art Club.

“We are so grateful to all of the ShellPoint staff and volunteers that made this

year’s show such a wonderful success,” saidshow coordinator Susan Miltner (Parkwood).“Both artists and visitors told us this showwas the best one yet.”

While this year’s show won’t soon beforgotten, artists have already begun work-ing on new pieces that will be showcasedat the 2010 Art Show and Sale to be heldMarch 5-7. Mark your calendars now; youwon’t want to miss it.

BY T E D Y EAT T S , P ROGRAM COORD I NATO R

Shell Point Life April 2009

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