Shell Point Life November 2007

November 2007Vol. 2 Issue 11

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Here is a sobering thought:The entrance age for anindividual to move into Shell

Point is 60 years of age or above. If you sub-tract that age (60) from this year’s date(2007), you arrive at the year 1947. In otherwords, someone who might move into ShellPoint today at the age of 60 would have nofirst-hand knowledge of World War II.

Sure, their parents would have first-handknowledge, and of course the war effectedpeople’s lives far beyond its conclusion, butfrom that generation on, there will be nofirst-hand experience of what that particulartime in our world’s history was all about.

Why is this important? Because historyis a means of measuring ourselves as humanbeings. What we achieved – good or bad –becomes the litmus of who we are and wherewe came from. The importance of docu-menting our history is not for personal glorybut to record for the generations that followhow important and precious peace really isand how tentative and fragile it can be. Wemust never take our freedom and our way ofliving for granted and should remember andhonor those who protected our freedom andthe freedom of others. But how do weensure that future generations remember?

Shell Point has been proud to be oneof the three local sponsors to bring toSouthwest Florida all seven episodes ofTHE WAR, the acclaimed new 16-hourPBS documentary by Ken Burns and LynnNovick about World War II, which airedthree times on WGCU in the fall and willbe repeated again in 2008. So far, estimatesindicate that the series has been viewednationally by more than 40 million people,and this number will increase dramaticallynext year with the potential to set a newrecord beyond Ken Burn’s previous docu-mentaries of THE CIVIL WAR andBASEBALL. THE WAR is destined tobecome one of the most-watched programsin PBS history.

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Shell Point Sponsors Airing

of PBS DocumentaryRenowned documentary director, Ken

Burns, made a conscious decision to tell thestory of World War II from the perspective ofeveryday people and his inter-views and research create a last-ing testament to this time inAmerican history. His series,THE WAR, focuses on four spe-cific communities: Luverne,Minnesota; Mobile, Alabama;Waterbury, Connecticut; andSacramento, California – show-ing the impact World War II had on eachplace for both civilian and military residents.While the story moves through the variousglobal episodes in the history of the war, itfocuses on the inner struggles of the peopleinvolved. This is not a story from the frontline, but rather a story from the human heart.

According to an interview in the NewYork Times, “If you weren't in this war orwaiting anxiously for someone to comeback, then you're not in this film,” Burnssays. The emphasis is wholly on partici-pants rather than experts, and those partic-ipants are GIs and everyday people ratherthan the brass and civic leaders. “Rooseveltand Churchill cross the stage, but it's onlycameo appearances,” Burns says. “You're

there - no longer distracted as the HistoryChannel would have you be by celebritygenerals, strategy and tactics, weapons and

armaments, and allthings Nazi.”

Burns’ first PBSeffort was BROOKLYNBRIDGE, which gar-nered an AcademyAward nomination in1982. At that time hiscareer took off, but the

phenomenal popularity of his documentaryTHE CIVIL WAR was the defining eventof his career and is what made his name syn-onymous with epic documentaries.

Burns, who is 54 years old, has had asuccessful history with PBS and doesn’tplan to stop anytime soon. He recentlyextended his agreement with PBS to create

future documentaries through 2022. Thelist of films he envisions making is impres-sive. He is in the final stages of editing onhis next project, a 12-hour history ofAmerica’s national park system, due in 2009.Other future subjects include Prohibition,Franklin Roosevelt, the buffalo, the CentralPark jogger case, Reconstruction, theVietnam War, and Martin Luther King Jr.

“THE WAR is a significant record tobe added to the annals of American historyand Shell Point is pleased to play a role inbringing it to Southwest Florida,” saidPeter Dys, president of the non-profitorganization. “Today, with very few excep-tions, it is safe to say that almost every res-ident of Shell Point experienced the effects

of World War II; either as members of themilitary service or as family members whostayed behind at home. The group livinghere today is part of what has been referredto by some as ‘the greatest generation.’ Andit was our desire to not only honor thembut to also provide the funds necessary tobring this important chapter in our coun-try’s history to the public.

“Approximately 1,000 World War IIveterans are dying every day across the coun-try,” he added. “Their story must be told andtheir sacrifice must be remembered.”

WGCU, the local PBS affiliate inSouthwest Florida, will be airing THEWAR again in 2008. Consult your locallistings for times or go to www.wgcu.org.

The importance of documenting our history is not for personal glory but

to record for the generations that follow how important and precious

peace really is and how tentative and fragile it can be.

B Y L Y N N S C H N E I D E R , E D I T O R


MURRAY VOTH

A MAN OF THE SEA

Murray Voth is a resident of Shell Point who lives on one of the canals

in a home in Palm Acres. In fact, Murray has lived on the water

for a long time. Literally. Captain Voth served as a chaplain in

the United States Navy for over 30 years. In the fifties Murray entered the Naval reserve

forces in the Chaplain’s company of Miami, committing to two weeks of active duty per

year. The company was mainly composed of WWII veterans and Murray felt his youth. In

1961, however, Voth was called out of the reserves into

active duty—a career choice that would endure for 30

years to come.

Captain Voth’s history began right here in Florida whenhe was an Episcopal priest of a parish from 1950-1961. A few of his churches include the Holy SpiritChurch in Safety Harbor and the Church of the GoodSamaritan of Clearwater.

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He began in Falbrook, CA, atCamp Pennelton with theMarine Corps. From there

Murray moved to an “afloat battalion” out ofthe Ryukyu Isle, Okinawa, for 13 months.This fleet traveled about the Pacific aroundJapan and Korea.

While Murray was at sea, his wife,Helen, stayed at Camp Pennelton with theirtwo children. She stayed busy, however, andtaught elementary aged children as a licensedearly childhood specialist. When I asked himif it was difficult to be apart from Helen forsuch long periods, he told me that the Navywas not the most conducive environment formarriage and that “if the Commandant ofthe Marine Corps wanted you to have a wife,he would have assigned you one.”

After that assignment in the Pacific,Murray was transferred to Oakland,California, to work in the Neuro-Psych cen-ter at the hospital. During this time, he wasbusy taking courses at the University ofCalifornia at Berkeley. He remembers somewild encounters he had while working in thehospital and said that he had stories sounnerving they could make your toes curl.

From there Voth transferred to a fleet ofdestroyers out of Mayport, Florida. He andHelen were happy to return to Florida,though it wasn’t long until Murray was backat sea on deployments for 9 months at atime—three times. His fleet sailed throughthe Mediterranean and Black Seas duringthe time when the United States and Russiawere in the middle of the Cold War. Murray

remembers sailingwith a shadow ofRussian ships onhis tail and told ofsailing right upnext to the “ene-mies” and evenexchanging friend-ly waves and sto-ries ship to ship.He said that it wasso strange to betold that theRussians were the“enemy” but whenthey came face toface, to find thatthey were just likethem – so human.

As a chaplain of a whole fleet of ships,Voth had to get from ship to ship while theywere at sea. He explained that when it wastime for him to switch ships, the ships wouldsaddle up right next to each other and run aline from one deck, about 80 feet across, tothe deck of the second ship. Murray wouldclimb into a little aluminum cart and bestrung across the slack lines to get to the nextship. He said that sometimes, the cart wouldget so low as to actually touch the sea! Oncehe was safely across, they’d send “the impor-tant stuff” — mail, movies and magazines.

After his tours with the destroyers,Murray and Helen took their children backup north to the Great Lakes region in Illinois

where they stayed for 13 months. Stationedat a boot camp at the base, Murray enjoyedtime with his family. It was at that time, how-ever, that the Vietnam War was underwayand Americans were holding one collectivebreath.

In 1968 Murray Voth was sent to theNorthern border of Vietnam to fight in thewar with the Marine Corps. That was thedeadliest year of Vietnam with the highestmortality rates – theyear of the TetOffensive in NorthVietnam. Murraywas injured thereand sent to Hawaiiand then back to themainland, for recov-ery. He returned toVietnam a secondtime, was injuredagain, and thenreturned home forgood. Murray wasawarded two purple hearts for those injuriesin Vietnam.

Meanwhile, Helen and the childrenwere living just around the corner from hereon Sanibel Island! When Voth was sent towar, his family was given the option of choos-ing where they wanted to live. They decid-ed on Sanibel Island, since Florida was theirhomestate.

After Murray was home for good, hewas sent to Key West Naval Air Station andfor the first time was given the title SeniorChaplain Lieutenant Commander. Fromthere he went to the Naval Training Centerin Orlando where he was promoted to aFour Stripe Captain. After that he trans-ferred to Annapolis, Maryland, home of theNaval Academy where he was the seniorchaplain. Voth then served as the SeniorChaplain for the Marine Corps base atQuantico in Virginia.

The next step of his career was perhapsthe most monumental. In 1983 CaptainVoth was promoted to Fleet Chaplain of theUS Pacific Fleet from the west coast of theUnited States to the east coast of Africa,from the Arctic to Antarctica – 105 millionsquare miles of ocean. This humongous taskemployed him to oversee over 400 chaplainsspread over hundreds of fleets sailing all overthe Pacific Ocean. Voth retired in 1987.


As Chaplain of the Pacific Naval Fleet, CaptainVoth had the privilege of baptizing babies insidethe ships’ bells. Pictured here, infant AllisonMichelle Sansburg on the USS Sample with herfamily and Capt. Voth.

Murray and Helen Voth recently celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary.They first met while attending college at Florida State in the 1940s. Theymoved to Shell Point in 2003, after living on Palm Island near Boca Grande forsixteen years.

Voth in uniform showinghis first purple heart forwounds suffered in theVietnam War.


Prepare to pack your bags as ResortServices rolls out their inaugural TravelSeries. This brand new opportunity for youto expand your travel horizons has beencarefully designed with your interests andneeds in mind. All trips feature a motorcoach, complete with restroom facilities anda professional driver. Consider the followingincredible trips we have to offer.

February - Visit Northeast FloridaOur first of two trips, directed by

Diamond Tours, includes Amelia Island, St.Augustine and Jacksonville in February.During this 4-day, 3-night trip we will tourhistoric Kingsley Plantation, enjoy dinnerand a show at Alhambra Dinner Theater,make a stop at the Fountain of Youth and

take a narrated cruise on St.Johns River. The registrationdeadline for this almost-fulltrip is December 3.

April - Sweet SavannahApril finds us in Georgia

and South Carolina with guid-ed tours of Savannah, JekyllIsland and Charleston. Takein the beautiful oak-linedstreets and architectural mar-vels of these classically south-ern towns. We’ll be visitingthe Citadel, St. Simon’s Island andWashington Park. The registration dead-line for this wonderful springtime trip isJanuary 30.

For complete details on these trips,everything you need to know can be foundin the Travel Series brochure. To sign up fora trip, call Elizabeth Brown at 454-2239.

Shell Point Rolls out Travel Series Two Exciting Sightseeing Trips Planned for 2008B Y E L I Z A B E T H B R O W N , P R O G R A M C O O R D I N A T O R

riday, November 9th, from1p.m. - 4 p.m. the ChurchAuditorium and grounds

will be bustling with a CELEBRATION! This festive event will surely validate a

sense of pride that you live here. All of the100-plus volunteer, activity and servicegroups will have displays of neighborhoodtraditions, such as the Train Room, PavilionAuxiliary, Quilters, and Orchid House toname just a few and will introduce you tonew activities such as the Paddlers, Spanish,or Bead Club. Shell Point departments willalso be joining in on the fun, sharing infor-mation regarding new programs, services andrefreshing your memory of all of the greatamenities your community has to offer.

The CELEBRATION! will not stopthere! On the main stage resident groups,such as our very own Line Dancers, Jazz N’

Stuff, SPOT, and Tone Chimes will be enter-taining the crowd. Along with our own spe-cial entertainment… keep your eyes on thebig screen! Pictures of you and your friendswill be set to music, showing you a typical“Day in the Life of Shell Point.” Whileinside the church visit with our President,

Mr. Peter Dys, or stop by the Sales/Marketingand Health Care booths to find out what thelatest news is on Shell Point.

Jugglers, mimes and clowns, who are sureto put a smile on your face, will be strolling

around in the crowd. An array of snacks andbeverages await you as you browse the manyShell Point booths. Enjoy fun–filled contestsand give-a-ways, ongoing throughout theentire event.

Outside on the grounds, The John HedgesQuartet will be playing songs while you makeyour way around, chatting with managementstaff from various departments. While outsidebe sure to enjoy a tasty treat from the MiniFood Fair, sponsored by Dining Services.

The CELEBRATION! is free for resi-dents and guest tickets are $3. Guest ticketscan be purchased at either Service Desk from8:15 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. Monday through Friday.

No matter if you come to the event togather information or reunite with yourfriends who have been gone for the summer,the CELEBRATION! is certainly the eventeveryone is talking about.

Friday, November 9th1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Church Auditorium & Grounds

Join your neighbors and friends as we celebrate all things wonderful about the good life at Shell Point.


Everyone knows Jared Fogle! Jaredcatapulted to overnight fame near-ly ten years ago after embarkingon a unique weight-loss regimen.

Weighing in at 425 pounds,the former Indiana University stu-dent knew he had to change hisdiet drastically. One day as Jaredwalked past his local Subwaychain, he spied a sign in the win-dow advertising “Seven under 6,”describing Subway’s new line ofsandwiches. The sign featuredFresh Fit, Subway’s healthy alter-native to fatty fast foods, boastingseven low-fat subs with 6 grams offat or less. Jared sat down and atehis first low-fat turkey sub.

After sticking to his self-pre-scribed diet of Subway Fresh Fit sandwich-es for almost one full year, Jared lost awhopping 245 pounds. He now maintains ahealthy weight of 190 pounds!

Jared Fogle first appeared in a nationalTV advertising spot for the Subway restau-

rant chain in January of 2000, and today hejuggles a career of motivational speaking

and media interviews. “Thehighlight of my Subway careerhas to have been carrying thefamous Olympic Torch throughIndianapolis. It gave me a lotof pride to represent not justmyself and Subway butAmerica too,” says Jared.

To Jared, the best thingabout his new-found fame isthat he can be an encourage-ment to others by sharing hisinspirational story.

Shell Point is delighted tohave Jared Fogle coming onWednesday, November 7th,to discuss his experience with

Subway, as well as diet and nutrition tipsfor all ages. He will make a presentation inthe Village Church Auditorium at 10:30a.m. After his talk Subway is providingfree samples of their newest Fresh Fit subsandwiches.

For quite some time, nutritionists havedebated over whether raw or cookedfoods are better. Raw has often been claimedthe victor, but experts say it depends onthe food.

For some foods, cooking brings out thehealth benefits. Some nutrients, such asminerals like calcium and zinc won’t decaymuch when cooked. But others, particular-ly vitamin C and B vitamins which dissolvein water, get lost with cooking.

Let’s look at a few examples of food youmay eat, and some tips on how to eat them.

TomatoesTomatoes are full of several

good agents: vitamin C; folate,a promoter of healthy cell

growth; and lycopene, an antioxi-dant known to inhibit prostate, breast, lung,and endometrial cancer cells.

Both vitamin C and folate are preservedbest without heat, however, cooked tomatoescontain three to four times more lycopene

than raw ones. Lycopene is locked in thefiber of vegetables, and cooking releases it.Lycopene is difficult to find in other foods, soif you want the health benefits of lycopeneyou should eat your tomatoes cooked.

FishWhat about fish? Fish packs a lot of pro-

tein and selenium, a mineral important inimmune function that has been shown toward off depression. And some fish, like tunaand salmon, are especially high in omega-3fatty acids, which often ease inflammation.Sushi and sashimi fans may enjoy their rawfish delicacies, but they get no extra nutri-tional benefits by going raw rather thancooked. They do face an added risk, howev-er, since raw fish increases the risk of ingest-ing harmful bacteria and parasites. Cookingdestroys most bacteria and parasites in fish,without disturbing the protein or omega-3’s.So stick with cooked fish especially if youhave an immune deficiency, which increasesthe risk of potential ill effects from fish.

GarlicAnd finally, let’s look at garlic. Garlic

contains compounds that blockthe growth of cancer cellsand can even kill themoutright. But prepar-ing garlic to enhancethe natural effect of these compounds istricky. Raw garlic ensures the full power ofcancer-fighting compounds.

Cooked garlic may be less pungent andtherefore easier to consume, especially if youmay be “queasy” from arthritis medication,but take note: unless the herb is chopped orcrushed and allowed to stand for at least 10minutes before cooking, heat will destroymuch of the enzyme that unlocks its cancer-fighting compounds. It’s your preference,but nutritionists do recommend that if youcook it, you crush it and let it sit while youprep other food.

So what is the verdict on raw vs. cookedfoods? Well, as the old adage goes, variety isthe spice of life!

Getting the Most from Your Meal The Debate Rages On B Y S A R A H P A T T E N , M A R K E T I N G A S S I S T A N T

Jared Fogle of Subway Sandwich Fame Visits Shell PointHear His Inspirational Weight Loss Story November 7 at the Village Church

After his talk, Subway is providing free samples of theirnewest Fresh Fit sub

sandwiches.


Have you had a fall recently? Areyou at risk for falling?

Falls are the leading cause of injury-related visits to emergency departments inthe United States and the primary etiologyof accidental deaths in persons over the ageof 65 years. Risk factors for falls in the eld-erly population include increasing age,medication use, cognitive impairment andsensory deficits.

Environment hazards, such as improperlighting, throw rugs, and insufficient adap-tive equipment, can also play a role in fallrisk. Lack of strength in arm or leg muscles,

impaired proper posture, deconditioning,decreased walking ability, and impairedbalance or transfer skills may increase therisk of falls.

The balance class is a six-week coursethat will start November 7th and runthrough December 19th. The class istaught by Vanessa Newland, licensedphysical therapist with a special interestin fall prevention. Classes will be held at

the Island Health Club at 11:00 a.m. onWednesdays: November 7th, 14th, and21st, and December 5th, 12th and 19th.

Residents will be able to sign up for thebalance class on the first of November ateither service desk.

Balance Class Coming to Shell PointFree Class for Residents Designed to Decrease Fall Risk

Moving into a new neighborhoodcan be a daunting experience. Notonly do you have to unpack boxes and getsettled in, but there are dozens of questionsthat may concern you. Where is thelibrary? How do I find the bus schedule?When are the exercise classes? Add to thatthe effort of meeting new people andremembering their names, and you’ve got areal project on your hands!

Because we want your transition intoyour new home to go smoothly, each depart-ment here at Shell Point is available to assistyou along the way. As such, new residentsare invited to attend the Directors’ Coffeewhich will be held Friday, November 16, at9:30 a.m. in the Grand Cypress Room,located on the second floor of the Commonsbuilding in The Woodlands. All interested

residents are invited to attend this informalmeeting featuring the Shell Point Directorsup close and personal.

“It’s a great opportunity for residentswho are relatively new to our communityto meet the staff responsible for specificareas of service,” said Dawn Boren, directorof resident life. “We try to help the new res-idents feel at home and connect a namewith a face so that when they have a prob-lem or a question, they know to whom andwhere to go.”

At the Coffee all Directors will sharetheir experience at Shell Point, scope ofresponsibilities, and introduce residents totheir key managers who assist them in car-rying out the daily operations and serviceswithin the community.

“This is a great opportunity to learn a lit-tle more about Shell Point’s organizationalstructure, put a name with a face, and identi-fy who the ‘Go To’ person is for specific ques-tions in each area. Representatives will be onhand from dining, facility operations, resi-dent life, health care, resident services,finance, and several other points of service.

Following the introductions and briefpresentations by each Director, there will bea time to mingle with the Directors and askspecific questions that each resident may

have directly related to those areas of service.If you are a new resident and would like

to become better acquainted with yourcommunity and the services available toyou, please plan to attend the nextDirectors’ Coffee on Friday, November16, at 9:30 a.m. Light refreshments will beserved; reservations are requested. PleaseRSVP to Millie Kuehn by calling 454-2272 by Friday, November 9.

Operations is one of the departments highlightedat the coffee, best known for their “2190” phonenumber and for being the “one call does it all”team. Back L-R: Paul Yacovitch, facility opera-tions manager; John Lasich, facility operationsconstruction manager; Dan Parker, manager ofengineering services; Mike Jachim, constructionmanager. Front L-R: Anna Manci, call centeroffice coordinator; Russell Rieder, property man-ager; Peter Burt, manager of communications;and Scott Moore, director facility operations.

New ResidentsInvited toDirectors’ CoffeeGet to Know the IndividualsWho Manage the Departmentsthat Serve You

Balance Class

Have your risk for fallingassessed with medicallyreliable tests.

Learn about statistics onfalling and ways to take preventative measures toavoid falls.

Learn strengthening and balance exercises, and walking activities that reduceyour risk of falling.

Learn what to do when a fall does occur.

Learn about the physical therapy clinic and therapy staffat Shell Point Pavilion.

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Shell Point Residents: send no money; charges will be automatically billed to your Shell Point account. Cut off this page and send to theResident Activity Center, or stop by the service desk. General Public: Please call (239) 454-2067 for payment information. For additional infor-mation about the 2007-2008 Shell Point Concert Series, call (239) 454-2067. General seating only. (No refunds or exchanges.)

FINE & PERFORMING ARTS SERIES (ALL 5 CONCERTS)

Number of sets of series tickets ____ x $100= _________ SUB-TOTAL___________

INDIVIDUAL CONCERTS

Roger WilliamsNovember 15, 2007

____x $25=______

Pres. Hall Jazz BandJanuary 17, 2008

____x $25=______

Naples Phil. OrchestraFebruary 28, 2008

____x $25=______

Parkening & SykesMarch 27, 2008

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Whipple & MoralesApril 17, 2008

____x $25=______

BestValue!

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GRAND TOTAL $_____________________

ORDER TOTALPlease add sub-totals and fill in total amount in the space provided below.

We know our residents can spot agreat deal when they see it! Almosthalf of our resident population has alreadytaken advantage of the savings and pur-chased the Fine and Performing ArtsConcert Series.

You can save $25 by purchasing theentire series of five concerts for only $100.That’s only $20 concert! This is a true bar-gain when you can expect to pay $30 - $35for these same performances at other concerthalls.

A Sizzling 2007-2008 SeasonOur first concert on November 15th

kicks off the season with a magical pianoperformance by the greatest selling pianist ofall time, Roger Williams. In January you canexperience the fun, joyful sounds of NewOrleans Jazz when the world-renownedPreservation Hall Jazz Band graces our stage.

For all the symphony lovers at ShellPoint, The Naples Philharmonic Orchestrawill be here in February to perform VaughnWilliam’s Concerto in A Minor for Oboe andStrings, among other greats.

In March Christopher Parkening willdelight concert goers with his beautiful clas-sical guitar, accompanied by popular soloistJubilant Sykes, who has sung with manymajor symphonies and operas, including theMetropolitan Opera.

Finally, wrapping up the season with anApril 17th performance is the duo pianoconcert by Kirk Whipple and MarilynMorales, who will be performing with theUnconservatory Festival Orchestra.

Last Chance to Save $25Where else can you hear these quality

performers and series of diverse musicalofferings for only $20 a concert? Don’tdelay because you have only until the firstconcert to purchase the entire series for thisdiscounted price. After November 15th,the individual ticket price is $25, which isstill not a bad price for an evening of finemusic. But why wait…. act now and save!

Tickets Make a Great Gift IdeaSeveral residents are getting creative in

their ticket purchase. They have pur-chased pairs of series tickets and dividethem out and plan to give to family andfriends as holiday gifts or to remember aspecial birthday or anniversary. Now that’sa great gift giving idea!

Act now; an order form is provided foryour convenience, or call the service deskfor more information at 454-2067.

Let the MusicPlay on!

Do Not Delay…Buy Your Concert Series Today!B Y D A W N B O R E N , D I R E C T O R O F R E S I D E N T L I F E

This years Fine and Performing Arts Series concert performers span the musical spectrum from classical gui-tar, to dueling pianos, to jazz and orchestral arrangements. Roger Williams, legendary pianist, kicks off theseason with his performance on Thursday, November 15, at 7:30 in the Church Auditorium.

Purchase Your Concert Series Tickets before the Roger Williams Concert and Save $25!

The Naples Philharmonic Orchestra

The Preservation Hall Jazz BandWhipple &Morales

Christopher Parkening& Jubilant Sykes


The Mac User Group Thursday, November 11:15 p.m.Manatee Room/ ISThe Mac Users Group at Shell Point willbe celebrating its 10th anniversary thisseason. Come celebrate with us. “WhereWe Have Been and Where Are WeGoing?” will be highlighted at the meet-ing. The meeting also features questionsand answers with member participation.

Craft BazaarFriday, November 29:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLJoin friends and neighbors for this annualevent! There are even more great itemsto view this year as crafters from all overShell Point will be displaying their new,handmade goods for sale. You won’t wantto miss seeing – and buying – the amazingofferings. Why not plan on stopping bythe Palm Grill for lunch as well?

CD Surround Sound ConcertSunday, November 4 — 3:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLA CD concert featuring Saint- Saens ViolinConcerto # 3 performed by ItzhakPerlmann with the Orchestra de Parisdirected by Daniel Barenboim. The sec-ond work will be Beethoven’s Piano

Concerto# 3, played by Rudolph Serkinwith the Boston Symphony, directed bySeiji Ozawa.

Easy Christmas DecoratingMonday, November 5 — 3:15 p.m.Social Center/ISSmart and stylish Wrenda Goodwin returnsto Shell Point to share ideas for Christmasdecorating, using items you already havearound your home. Bring in treasures ofyour own and let Wrenda show you howthey can be used to create a festive holidaylook in a small space. She’ll also show ushow to avoid over-decorating, and howeveryday items can become Christmas dec-orations in a snap. Everyone who attendsis encouraged to bring an item of theirown to be used in a demonstration.

Dinner at Roy’sMonday, November 53:45 p.m. Court pickup8:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $6.00 (dinner on your own) This chic chain’s flagship restaurantopened in Honolulu in 1988. The founder,Roy Yamaguchi, describes the food asHawaiian Fusion Cuisine which blendsfresh local ingredients with Europeansauces and bold Asian spices, always witha focus on seafood. Entrees at this BonitaSprings eatery include Pulehu StyleHawaiian Barbecued Sirloin and Roy’sClassic Roasted Macadamia Nut CrustedMahi Mahi. Why not top it off with Roy’sMelting Hot Chocolate Soufflé?

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Schedule Your FreeMemory Screening

Memory Screenings will be held on November 7 and 13

at the Behavioral Health Office.

Book your appointment now for afree memory screening by calling

Mardee Lader at 415-5435. See details on page 21.

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The RenfroesTuesday, November 6 — 7:15 p.m.Church Auditorium/ISWelcome back the talented DouglasRenfroe as he presents Bach to Gershwin.This unique concert will feature a blend-ing of flute, clarinet, bassoon and cello asaccompaniment, as well as piano, whichwill bring to life the music of Gershwin’s“Porgy and Bess.” Music featured willinclude arrangements of Bach, Handel,opera, and Broadway in addition to theGershwin finale.

Sandsculpting FestivalThursday, November 89:00 a.m. Court pickup12:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $4.00Watch the sand be transformed intoworks of art at the 21st Annual AmericanSandsculpting Festival right on Ft. MyersBeach. We’ll drop you off at the OutriggerResort and pick you up at the Holiday

Inn- giving youplenty of time towalk along thebeach andobserve the mas-ters of the craftas they createtheir impressivesand sculptures.Photographers

might want to bring their cameras.

Shell Point Photo ClubThursday, November 8 — 2:15 p.m.Manatee Room/ ISJoin us as resident photographer ChuckDurrell demonstrates the use and effect ofdifferent types of lighting.

CELEBRATION! A Day in the Life at Shell PointFriday, November 91:00 - 4:00 p.m.Church Auditorium/IS Join friends, neighbors, volunteer andactivity groups, and employees for thisnew annual event. Enjoy jazz music bythe John Hedges Quartet, food, games andprizes. We hope you’ll be there with us toCELEBRATE all that goes on at ShellPoint! See page 6 for more information.

Info Technology Forum: How to Sell Your UnwantedTreasures on eBaySaturday, November 10 — 10:00 a.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLThis hands-on discussion will teach youhow to get cash for your hard-to-dispose-of

valuables by sell-ing them on eBay.Simplify your lifeby starting to get

rid of extra stuff! Dale Phillips, owner oftwo eBay drop-off stores, is back to teachus how to price it, list it and sell it oneBay. Come for a fun education. Dale’sstores have initiated thousands of auc-tions. If you prefer not to sell on yourown, his stores can handle your entiretransaction from appraisal to a completedsale. This is another “don’t miss” Forum!

Saturday DVD: Freedom Writers Saturday, November 102:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLHilary Swank stars as a young teacher whoinspires her at-risk students in this movingdrama, based on true events. Erin Gruwell

(Swank) assigns her classan ambitious project:While studying workssuch as The Diary ofAnne Frank, the kidskeep journals about theirtroubled lives, applyinghistory’s lessons to breakthe cycle of violence and

despair that threatens their futures.

The Blair BandSunday, November 11 — 7:15 p.m.Church Auditorium/ISTickets: $5.00This first concert in the Season of Praisewill feature a combination of conventionalfolk and contemporary ballad-style musicwith original songs, played on traditionalScottish and Irish instruments. The uniquesounds of this Celtic, acoustic folk groupwill impress the audience with their infec-tious enthusiasm and energy.

Veteran’s Day Lunch with Dick HammMonday, November 1211:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Crystal Dining Room/ISThank a special veteran bytaking them to lunch! Enjoydelicious food and great service inthe Crystal and welcome back one of ourfavorite performers. Dick Hamm will play

old-time favorites, big band music, patriotictunes and requests.

Maple Sugar SerenadersMonday, November 123:30 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLThis longtime touring husband and wife duetbrings their sweet music all the way fromPutney, Vermont. Their show will enlivenand inspire you with beautiful singing, andfine instrumental playing onthe fiddle, mandolin and gui-tar. Expect to hear classicsfrom the 30s to 50s, livelyswing songs, enchanting fid-dle tunes from the greenmountains and a dose ofVermont humor. Pure 100% Vermont MapleSyrup will be available at the show.

Mucky Duck via the Beach CatTuesday, November 1311:00 a.m. Board at the Welcome Center dock 3:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $25.00 (lunch on your own)Join us for a pleasant boat ride onthe 35 foot Beach Cat as we venture todowntown Captiva, home of the MuckyDuck. Shrimp, burgers and delightful sal-ads and sandwiches await you! On thereturn trip, let the gentle motion of theboat relax you or keep your eyes open forplayful dolphins and pelicans. Please notethat there is a 20-minute walk from themarina on Captiva to the restaurant.

Women's Ministries: An End or a New Beginning?Wednesday, November 1410:15 a.m.Hospitality Room/The Village ChurchLadies are invited to hear Dorie Ford shareher mission experiences among the Isaanpeople in Thailand. All are welcome toattend this presentation. See page 22 formore details.

South of the Border NightWednesday, November 14Dining: 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Entertainment: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Crystal Dining Room/ISJoin us for a fiesta at the Crystal! Enjoyfavorites like fajitas, Snapper Vera Cruz,and grilled polenta while being enter-tained by the smooth Latin music of theCaribbean Sounds Trio. Finish with aAguas Frescas—a blend of watermelon,pineapple and citrus fruit drinks. You’llleave happy and full and ready for a siesta.

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Roger WilliamsThursday, November 157:30 p.m.Church AuditoriumTickets: $25.00With over 18 gold and platinum albums tohis credit, Roger Williams is hailed as thegreatest selling pianist of all time. Nicknamed“King of the Arpeggios,” his show-stoppingmagic delights audiences around the globe.Come enjoy Williams’ classic techniqueand jazzy style.

Meet & GreetFriday, November 165:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.Palm Grill/WDL This Meet and Greet will be hosted byLynn Schneider of Communications andRobyn Church of the Salon. Enjoy anoffering of hors d’oeuvres and chat withfriends while resident pianist Tom Lasierplays. Why not make plans to enjoy din-ner at the Palm Grill afterward?

CD Surround Sound Concert and Movie: 30th Anniversary ofConcerts from Lincoln CenterSunday, November 18 3:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLOn Sunday, November 18th, we willrepeat a packed-out program that was pre-sented last year. This will be a DVD pres-entation on the screen (with our greatsound system) of the “30th Anniversary ofConcerts from Lincoln Center,” featuringPavoratti, Beverly Sills, Andre Watt,Itzhak Perlmann, Danny Kaye, Yo-Yo Ma,James Galway, Baryshnikov, WintonMarsalis, Emanual Ax and a score of oth-ers live on the screen. Don’t miss thisconcert!

Beach DayMonday, November 198:30 a.m. Court pickup3:30 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $13.00 A favorite outing for many Shell Pointers isa day at Delnor Wiggins State Park inNaples. Once again, it’s a beach barbequewith burgers and hot dogs. So, grab yourbeach gear and enjoy the beach with friendsand neighbors. We’ll take care of the rest.

Shopping at Coconut PointWednesday, November 219:00 a.m. Court pickup4:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $4.00 (lunch on your own)

Shop ‘till you’re hungry; then shop somemore! Tommy Bahama, Ross, Coach,Muvico Theaters, Dillard’s, Starbucks,Blue Water Bistro and over one hundredmore shops, eateries and specialty storesawait you. Call 992-4259 for a completelist of stores. For your added convenience,shuttle service is now available throughoutthe complex.

Sebrie Photography Service at Shell PointWednesday, November 21nd and Friday, November 23rdBy AppointmentCapture perfect family moments by having aportrait taken this Thanksgiving holiday.Portrait background choices are theWoodlands Fireplace, the Mid-Rise Fountainor the Island Beach. For more informationor to make an appointment please call theWoodlands Desk at 454-2054.

Saturday Excursion: BIG ARTS FairSaturday, November 249:00 a.m. Court Pickup2:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $5.00 ($3.00 admission on your own)BIG ARTS Art Fair features over 70artists from around the country. You willhave the opportunity to view works in awide variety of mediums including glass,jewelry, sculpture, original wearable art,painting, photography, and garden art.There will be live music, entertainment,and food available too!

Movie Night: Mutiny on the BountyMonday, November 267:15 p.m.Social Center /ISMarlon Brando gives a nuanced perform-ance as the aristocratic Lt. FletcherChristian, an officer aboard the HMS

Bounty who leads amutiny against theship’s tyrannicalCapt. Bligh (TrevorHoward). Featuringlush cinematogra-phy of the story’sspectacular Tahitiansetting and a stir-ring musical score,director Lewis

Milestone’s 1962 interpretation of theclassic novel was nominated for sevenAcademy Awards, including Best Picture.

Organist Tom HoehnTuesday, November 272:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.Woodlands CommonsOrganist Tom Hoehn returns to ShellPoint for two entertaining performanceson our own Allen Theater Organ. Tom isan unusually talented organist. He hasplayed in baseball parks, large theaters,churches and choral groups. His concertwill delight you with a mix of show tunes,standards and semi-classical music. Manytimes during a performance, he will turnaround to the audience and ask forrequests. After getting a few suggestions,

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he will proceed to weave them into a fiveto ten minute medley. Join us for one, orboth, of these performances—you won’tbe disappointed!

Book TalkTuesday, November 272:15 p.m.Social Center/ISGuy McMillan ofOakmont will dis-cuss the fast-pacednovel of politicalintrigue entitledAct of Treason bypopular writer,Vince Flynn.R e f r e s h m e n t swill be served.

Everblades Hockey GameWednesday, November 285:00 p.m. Court Pickup10:30 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $25.00 (snacks on your own)The Alaska Aces take on the Everblades atGermain Arena for non-stop minor leaguehockey action. One of these players mightbe the next big NHL star. So why not graba few friends and cheer on the Blades!

Holiday Shopping and Tree LightingFriday, November 30Shopping: 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Resident Activity Center/ISEntertainment: 5:45 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Amphitheater/ISHang your stockings with care and thenjoin us for this annual event that is guar-anteed to put you in the Christmas spirit!

Not only will we belighting the ShellPoint Christmas Tree,but we’ll also delightin some holiday music,snacks and shopping with area vendors.

SAVE THE DATE:SHELL POINT GALA40TH YEAR CELEBRATIONFriday, January 11, 2008Church Auditorium/IslandMore information will be available in ShellPoint Life in December

MARK YOUR CALENDARThe following activities are planned by a variety of groups. All Shell Point residents are welcome to attend.

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SUNDAY9:15 Christian Life Studies9:00 Christian Studies (WDL)10:15 Morning Worship1:15 Mixer Golf League3:00 CD Surround (Nov. 4, 18)6:15 Evening Service

MONDAY8:46 Lap Robes (Nov. 5, 19)9:15 Billiards9:15 Pottery1:00 Mah-Jongg (Sabal Room, Commons)1:15 Advanced Table Tennis1:15 Scrabble1:15 Shuffleboard1:15 Tone Chimes 2:00 Beading Club 3:00 Bible Study (Arbor)7:00 Pinochle7:00 Duplicate Bridge

TUESDAY8:36 Women’s Golf League9:15 Painting Class9:15 Stamp Project12:45 Intro to Duplicate Bridge1:00 Mixed Progressive Pairs’ Bridge

1:45 The Rollicking Recorderists2:15 Library Book Talk (Nov. 27)6:45 Hymn Sing (Nov. 13)

WEDNESDAY7:45 Men’s Bible Study9:00 Resident Council (Nov. 7)9:00-12:00 Geraci Travel9:15 Watercolor Group9:45 Ladies’ Bible Study10:15 Fishing Club (Nov 28)11:00 Computer Q & A /WDL (Nov. 14)11:15 Computer Q & A /IS (Nov.28)1:00 Chess1:15 Beginners/Intermediate Table Tennis2:15 Huggie Hearts2:15 Knitters Anonymous (Nov 21)2:30 Jazz ‘N Stuff 3:00 Bible Study (King’s Crown)5:45 Village Church Choir Rehearsal7:15 Bible Study & Prayer

THURSDAY8:00 Men’s Golf League 9:30 Current Events Group10:15 On-Line Investors (Nov 15)1:15 Mac User Club (Nov. 1)

1:15 SPOT Play Readers (Nov. 1, 15)1:15 Mah-Jongg (Library Lounge, RAC)2:00 Spanish Club 2:15 Computer Club (Nov. 15)2:15 Handwork (Nov. 8, 22)7:00 Trailblazers Bible Study

FRIDAY8:00 Intrepid Bike Riders (Nov. 9, 23)9:15 Stamp Project10:15 Inquiring Minds11:15 Fit & Healthy1:00 Mixed Progressive Pairs Bridge1:15 Quilters1:15 Table Tennis1:30 Vespers (Arbor)2:45 Vespers (KC)3:15 Great Decisions (Nov. 2, 16)6:45 Game Night

SATURDAY8:00 Adopt-a-Road (Nov. 17)9:00 Coffee Social9:45 Bridge Supervised Play 10:00 Info Technology Forum (Nov. 10)1:00 Chess7:00 Duplicate Bridge

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FRI ..........2......Birthday Party with Songs to Remember . .3:00FRI ..........2......Hymn Sing (2FM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6:00MON ......5......Arbor Lunch Trip to First Watch (1FL) . .10:30TUES ......6......Leslie Gregory, harpist (1DR) . . . . . . . . . . . .4:30WED ......7......Vicki Lei (CMR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3:00THUR ....8......Health Talk: Hearing Awareness (CMR) .10:00MON......12 ....Travel Presentation w/Walt Craig:

“Monastery Life on Mt. Athos” (CMR) 1:30TUES ....13 ....Tommy Barr (CMR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1:00TUES ....13 ....Resident Council (CMR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2:00WED ......14 ....Men’s Pizza & Movie (1CK) (1SR) . . . . . . .4:00THUR....15 ....Tune Toppers (CMR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2:00FRI ........16 ....Lunch trip w/KC to Rhodes

Fresh & Fancy (1FL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10:15MON......19 ....Vivian Aiello, violinist (1FL) . . . . . . . . . . . .4:30TUES ....20 ....Maple Sugar Serenaders (CMR) . . . . . . . . .2:00WED ......21 ....Mid-Day Movie: Scenic Railway Journeys-

From the Pyramids to Down Under(1SR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2:00

SAT........24 ....Dot Whiteman’s 90th birthday reception(CMR)2:00

TUES ....27 ....Ladies’ Pizza & Movie (1CK) (1SR) . . . . . .4:00WED ......28 ....Fiddlin’ Bill (CMR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3:00THUR....29 ....Nostalgia (2FM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6:30

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Rosemary Neale and Walter Remster (both of the Arbor) bring trays of holiday cookies around to attendees of the Arbor’s Musical Moments.

MON.......5 ........Carol Driscoll, Key Boards (2DR) ............10:00 a.m.MON.......5 ........Music Trio (3AR) ......................................10:30 a.m.TUES.......6 ......Ruth Rodgers, Piano (3AR) ......................10:00 a.m.THUR.....8 ........Tommy Barr, Guitar (2DR) ......................10:00 a.m.MON......12 ......Bus Trip (3rd floor) to Bowditch Park

for Picnic ................................................10:30 a.m.TUES......13 ......Ruth Rodgers, Piano (3AR) ......................10:00 a.m.TUES......13 ......Tommy Barr, Guitar (3AR) ........................2:00 p.m.THUR....15 ......Picnic OutsideMON......19 ......Music Trio (3AR) ......................................10:30 a.m.TUES…..20 ......Ruth Rodgers, Piano (3AR) ......................10:00 a.m.WED…...21 ......Fiddlin’ Bill, Fiddle (3AR) ........................10:00 a.m.FRI……..23 ......Bus Trip (2nd floor) to Bowditch Park

for Picnic ................................................10:00a.m.MON..…26.......Paul Kulus, Saxophone (MD) ....................2:00 p.m.TUES..…27 ......Ruth Rodgers, Piano (3AR) ......................10:00 a.m.THUR.....29 ......Tom Cannon, Piano (3AR) ......................10:30 a.m.

SAT..........3........Leslie Gregory, harpist (A)..........................1:00 p.m.MON.......5........Songs to Remember, duo (A).......................6:00 p.m.THURS...8.......Tune Toppers, jazz trio (A)............................2:00 p.m.MON......12.......Movie: It Happened One Night (MP) ......1:00 p.m.MON......12.......Golden Road Quartet (A)............................7:00 p.m.WED......14.......Tom Cannon, entertainer (A).......................1:00 p.m.FRI.........16........Lunch Trip w/Arbor to Rodes Fresh & Fancy

(L) ............................................................10:00 a.m.FRI.........16........Current Events with Dr. Dodd (2NP)......10:30 a.m.SAT........17.......Tommy Barr, guitarist (A)............................2:00 p.m.MON......19.......Maple Sugar Serenaders (A)........................6:00 p.m.THURS..22......Tune Toppers, jazz trio (A)...........................2:00 p.m.MON......26......Vicki Lei, singer (A)......................................6:00 p.m.WED.......28.......Fiddlin’ Bill, singer (A)................................1:00 p.m.

In LovingMemory

Albert Muench (September 3)Kenneth Vogel (September 8)Frank Travers (September 28)Mildred Cosby (September 30)


The Crystal Room is presentingsome traditional favorites

which everyone loves!

MondayTasty Carvings Station

WednesdayPasta Night

ThursdayStir Fry Creation Station

FridaySeafood Night

SundayBountiful Brunch

South of theBorderWednesday, Nov. 14th, 4-7 p.m.Crystal Room

Join us for a fiesta at the Crystal! The Crystal is putting away the pasta bar for tonight andinviting you to pull out your sombrero and enjoy mouth-watering favorites like Snapper VeraCruz, beef enchiladas, traditional Mexican rice, grilled polenta, and an extravagant chickenand shrimp fajita station while being entertained by the smooth Latin music of the CaribbeanSounds Trio. Nothing too spicy! Finish your meal with Aguas Frescas—a selection of water-melon, pineapple and citrus fruit drinks. You’ll leave happy, full and ready for a siesta.

Palm Grill’s Blue PlateSpecial Continues Tuesday-Saturday 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

If you are looking for a bargain lunch, then we have justthe thing for you! Come on into the Palm Grill for avalue-priced lunch with all the trimmings. The Blue PlateSpecial is offered for lunch Tuesdays through Saturday, forjust $7.75. This special includes the entrée, beverage of

choice, a scoop of ice cream for dessert, and the gratuity. The special changes daily, offering awide variety of options. So make sure you stop on by for lunch at the Palm Grill!

The Café Promenade provides a homestyle feeling and accommodates casual diningin an indoor-outdoor setting with a picturesquelake view adjacent to the boardwalk next tothe lake and conveniently located near theWoodlands swimming pool. At the CaféPromenade you can enjoy the warm and quaintdining ambiance inside or feel free to relax out-side and enjoy the scenic lake view.

The Café Promenade offers a light morn-ing menu with fresh baked pastries, bagels,muffins, juices and gourmet coffees. Forlunch try one of the specialty salads or a freshgrilled panini-style sandwich of your choice.These lighter menu items are designed for

those who are health conscious. Or just enjoya bowl of delicious homemade soup and halfa sandwich.

No matter where you live at Shell Point,the Café Promenade is close enough to enjoythe tranquil view of the lake and a leisurelyweekday morning with a cup of coffee, a freshbaked pastry and the newspaper.

Or better yet, take time and relax over acasual lunch with a friend while enjoyingeach other’s company. Share a specialty salador unique sandwich, consisting of specialtybreads – along with your favorite stories.

The Café Promenade can be reached bycalling 454-2060.

Café Promenade Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

Crystal Traditionsthrough out the Week

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Save While Dining with the Passport Plan

Holiday dining options at Shell Pointare numerous and sure to meet theneeds of our residents. Here is a descriptionof all the options available for ThanksgivingDay on Thursday, November 22, 2007.Choices range from a bountiful buffet, fullwaited service, and even a complete home-cooked dinner for eight people ready for youto take home and serve to your guests.

Island CaféYou can start out the day with a casual

breakfast at the Island Café where you mayorder a complete cooked-to-order breakfasthot off the grill. Or choose to relax over acup of freshly brewed coffee and pastries.And if you just want a light lunch instead ofthe traditional Thanksgiving meal, theIsland Café staff will be there to serve youfrom 7 a.m – 2 p.m.

Crystal RoomJames Beck, Guest Services Manager,

Ethel Hubbard, Operations Manager, and allof the Hospitality Services staff will have afestive traditional Thanksgiving buffet menuavailable for you in the Crystal Room. Thecarved-to-order roast turkey with dressing,baked ham, salmon and many other holidayfavorites will be ready and waiting. Otherchoices include a variety of vegetables, avery extensive salad bar, and a large selectionof holiday desserts on the dessert buffet table.The Crystal Room will be open from 11 a.m.until 2 p.m.

Seating at the Crystal Room is based onthe availability of tables. Reservations aretaken only for the Social Center and canaccommodate parties of 6 or more. The

same menu will be available in both loca-tions. Friday, November 16th, is the dead-line for reservations in the Social Center.Call 454-2199 or see a dining room hostessto make reservations. The buffet price is$15.24. You may use your Passport DiningPlan, charge to your apartment or creditcard or pay cash. Please note that theCrystal Room will be closed for dinner, sothat our employees can enjoy a holidaymeal with their families.

Palm GrillFor full waited service in a smaller more

formal setting, you may want to dine at thePalm Grill. Manager Tom Irwin and Chef JoelBachhuber will be serving Thanksgiving din-ner from 11:30 a.m. until 6 p.m. Menu optionsinclude the traditional turkey dinner with all ofthe trimmings, bacon-wrapped filet mignon,fresh steamship of ham or Florida grouper.Dinners will include soup or salad and dessert.Prices range from $19.95 to $24.95. The PalmGrill does not accept reservations.

Family FeastIf you would like to have a traditional

Thanksgiving meal prepared for you andready to serve in your own home, the CrystalRoom is offering our annual “Family Feast”

meal for Thanksgiving. The meal is fullycooked and ready for immediate service. Thestandard feast consists of a whole roastedturkey, dressing, whipped potatoes, gravy,cranberry sauce and vegetable for $44.95. Adeluxe feast is also available. It includes apumpkin pie and a dozen dinner rolls in addi-tion to the turkey, dressing and vegetables.The price for the deluxe feast is $49.50. One“Family Feast” will generously serve 8 people.Orders must be placed by November 16thand will be ready for pickup at the CrystalRoom on Thanksgiving Day.

Thanksgiving Day DiningL I N D A R A K O S , A S S I S T A N T D I R E C T O R O F H O S P I T A L I T Y S E R V I C E S

Enjoy the delicious meals preparedand served at Shell Point even more bytaking advantage of the Dining PassportPlan. The Passport Plan allows you topurchase meals at any dining venue at upto a 30% discount.

The Plan allows you to prepay a setdollar amount and then you simply usethe card to pay for your meals until thedollar balance is gone or the time limit offour months expires.

The Plan offers four levels of dis-count, the more you use the greater thediscount. Another great benefit of thePassport Plan is that you can use it foryour own meals, as well as treating neigh-bors, friends, and family.

Plans can be purchased throughFinance, at each dining location or at theservice desks. The meal plan amount youhave chosen is then placed on yourmonthly statement. Passport plans will

be automatically renewed unless yourequest cancellation of the plan.

For Thanksgiving dinner you

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ThanksgivingDining Hours

Crystal Room: 11 a.m - 2 p.m.Island Cafe: 7 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Palm Grill: 11:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.

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David C. Moreland, Shell Point's vice president ofsales and marketing, was recently honored asone of Columbia InternationalUniversity's Alumni of theYear. The award was presentedat a special chapel service dur-ing Homecoming Weekend atColumbia International Uni-versity (CIU) in South Carolina.

This honor was awarded to David in recognition of hislong-standing commitment to the school and his manyaccomplishments in both business and Christian ministry.Many of the graduates from CIU go directly into the mission

field, but a majority(approximately 60%)work instead in the busi-ness and industry sectors.Typically, the Alumni ofthe Year award goes toindividuals serving onthe mission field, but thisis the first year when anindividual from the busi-ness sector was honored.

“We are all so proudof this recognition for David,” said Peter Dys, president ofShell Point. “David has served as the vice president of salesand marketing here at Shell Point for almost 25 years andhas successfully guided this community to a position ofmarketplace strength and dominance in the industry.”

Not only is David a savvy and skillful businessman, buthe has a heart for God. This is evident in not only his per-sonal testimony but also in the hours of volunteer servicethat he gives as a board member for such ministries asFoundation in Christ, which has a ministry to reach theyouth of Ireland, and CIU in South Carolina. Additionally,he is a knowledgeable Bible teacher and speaker and hasspent countless hours mentoring men as they develop intheir personal growth and service to God.

David Moreland NamedCIU Alumni of the Year

Shell Point employ-ees often go aboveand beyond the call ofduty to help others.April Marshall, a nurse atthe Larsen Pavilion, is anexample of this commit-ment to serving others.

April works at the3rd floor nurses’ station ofthe Pavilion, providingspecial care to residents inthe skilled nursing envi-ronment. She has a generous heart and a cheery disposition. In addition toeverything she does right here at Shell Point, she also found a way to helpchildren by giving of herself – literally!

This past August, April donated 16 inches of her beautiful red hair toLocks of Love. Locks of Love is an organization devoted to helping chil-

dren suffering from hair loss, especially as a resultof cancer. They will craft wigs for these childrenusing the hair provided by April and other nation-wide donors.

Sixteen inches is an astounding length of hair– that’s roughly the length of your arm from the tipof your finger to the bend of your elbow. That’s aLOT of hair! Adding to the generosity, April’s self-less donation inspired her niece to join her; they

had their hair cut together!April says she loves the free

feeling of short hair. And althoughshe does not know how long it willtake for her locks to lengthen, sheplans to donate her hair again! Inthe meantime, you can find Aprilsporting her new hairdo on the thirdfloor of the Pavilion at either of thenurses’ stations.

April, thank you for your out-standing act of community service!

Pavilion Nurse Donates Hair toWorthy Cause for Children

Not many residents can boast being a second-generation court representa-tive, but Sharon Bermel, Cameo court rep, is one of the few!

Sharon’s mother, Ruth Kerr, lived at Shell Point as a resident of Cameo,Coquina, Kings Crown, and the Pavilion for a total of 21 years! She posi-tively impacted her daughter’s decision to run for court representative. AsSharon puts it, “I held her up as an example of good leadership. I can’t quite

live up to her, but I sure try.”This is Sharon's first year as a court rep, and she is enjoying it immensely.

Sharon moved to Fort Myers from Columbus, Ohio, in 1980, to live near her par-ents. She has been a Shell Point resident since August of 2005.

Like Mother Like Daughter—A Family of Court Representatives

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April Marshall, Larsen Pavilion nurse cur her longhair and donated it to Locks of Love. Her niece wasinspired to also cut and donate her hair too!


The vibrant colors of the Giant Bird ofParadise, or the Crane Flower, can beseen gracing the landscape of Shell Point.Its long-stemmed flowers emerge from greenboat-shaped bracts, trimmed in purple andred. Numerous pointed petals stained avivid shade of orange contrast with anarrow-shaped tongue of brilliant blue.

The Bird of Paradise grows in compactclusters, using a system of rhizomes - hori-zontal underground or subsurface stems thatusually root at the nodes. “It’s perfect,”explains landscape planner Steve Morton,“because it stays where you plant it, anddoesn’t spread out of control. The seed podsare usually pollinated by a certain species ofhummingbirds native to South Africa. Butwe don’t have those here, so the only waythey can spread is if we put them there.”

All four eye-catching variations of theBird of Paradise flower exist. In fact, manycall it a “bird of paradise” on account of theresemblance it bears to the head andplumage of a South African bird. The plantwas first introduced to Europe in 1773, whenit traveled from its native South Africa witha shipment of horticultural specimens bound

for the Royal Botanical Garden of KingGeorge III.

The Giant Bird of Paradise can reachup to five feet in height, with a 2-3 footspread, creating quite the focal point in anyisland planter. Even as cut flowers in a flo-ral arrangement, the blooms will continue

to flourish for weeks if the water is changedregularly.

As Steve Morton explained, “The Birdof Paradise fits perfectly into the landscapeof the Island at Shell Point – the tropicalflavor enhances the grounds and the themeof Island living.”

THE BIRD OF PARADISE B Y S A R A H P A T T E N , M A R K E T I N G A S S I S T A N T

On September 27th, Shell Point resi-dents had the opportunity to visit thenew Eagles Preserve neighborhood. Over250 residents enjoyed a tour of the pool andfitness facilities, as well as one of the 110units at Eagles Preserve. The fitness center is

fully equipped with Cybex weight resistancemachines and cardio equipment. The pool isoverlooking the golf course and has severalshade areas and a hot tub. Both of thesefacilities are open to all Shell Point residents,so hop on the Red Route bus and enjoy an

afternoon at Eagles Preserve.Several Eagles Preserve residents were

there to greet all of those who came to visit.They served cookies and punch and answeredmany questions. The day was full of sunshine,smiling faces and a start to new friendships!

Eagles Preserve Open House WOWED!

Shell Point is pleased to welcomeTimothy A. Stephenson, ChFC, as thenew Executive Director of the LegacyFoundation.

Prior to coming to Shell Point, Timserved as the Senior Vice President ofDevelopment for the Orchard Foundation ofThe Christian and Missionary Alliancedenomination, which is headquartered inColorado Springs, CO. Additionally, hisbackground includes experience in insuranceand investment services with the PrudentialInsurance Company of America, and he alsoserved as a pastor with The Christian andMissionary Alliance for several years.

“Tim is a certified financial plannerand his combined experience in bothfinance and ministry made him the perfectcandidate for this position,” said Peter Dys,president.

“Tim's diverse employment experi-ences and education bring a unique per-spective to his new position with theLegacy Foundation at Shell Point,” contin-

ued Dys. “His pastoral training and rele-vant experience with the CMA denomina-tion bring the spiritual commitment andsensitivity that is important to the missionand focus of Shell Point, while his out-

standing leadership and technical skills inthe insurance and philanthropy professionwill ensure that the necessary level ofexpertise, knowledge, and training is avail-able to assist our residents in all aspects ofplanned giving and donor development.”

Tim Stephenson's educational creden-tials include undergraduate training at FortWayne Bible College, graduate work atAsbury Theological Seminary and theUniversity of Kentucky, with further gradu-ate study in financial services with anemphasis on philanthropic planning at TheAmerican College in Bryn Mawr,Pennsylvania, where he received hisChartered Financial Consultant degree.This educational base has provided a well-rounded background for the unique min-istry and services that are provided throughthe Legacy Foundation.

Tim and his wife, Glenda, arrived atShell Point in late October and Tim hasalready assumed his responsibilities withthe Legacy Foundation.


Executive Director of Legacy Foundation Appointed

Things change. In fact, there are anumber of changes that may makeit necessary for you to review your estateplan. Some of them being tax laws, yourhealth, change in financial value or youjust change your mind. Failure to act cansometimes thwart your wishes. Instead ofyour desires being car-ried out, your assetsmay get divvied up dif-ferently by a probatecourt judge. The out-come may be very dif-ferent from what youhave in mind. Thereis a wide range of doc-uments that may need updating. Manypeople overlook simple steps to ensurethat their estate – or at least a big chunkof it – avoids being processed throughprobate court. Probate proceedings candrag on for months and can eat up a per-centage of an estate’s value.

Beneficiary designations on IRAs toinsurance policies are a number one itemthat many people tend to forget. Overtime beneficiaries, especially family mem-

bers, may have births, deaths anddivorces. Make sure your documents stillname the right people as primary benefi-ciaries. Also, don’t forget to name sec-ondary beneficiaries so there’s no void incase the primary beneficiary dies. If noone is named beneficiary, or if the sole

beneficiary dies, a judgemay have to decide howassets are distributed.

Wills and trustsalso may need updatingso they work in harmo-ny with current law.One of their most impor-tant tasks is to avoid or

minimize the tax bite from assets that goto your spouse and other loved ones.This is very important if your estate haschanged financially from when you firsthad your will prepared.

This seminar will help you under-stand what’s new regarding your docu-ments: are they up to date, could yourestate plan generate family upheaval andcould beneficiary designations upset yourestate plan.

Timothy Stephenson, ChFC, Executive Director of the Legacy Foundation.

2008 Estate PlanningUpdate Seminar—Avoid Probate by

Keeping Your Wills, Trusts,and Beneficiary

Designations Up to Date

Tuesday, November 13, 2007Grand Cypress Rm/Wdls10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Presented by Craig R. Hersch, Attorney,who is Board Certified in Wills, Trusts and

Estates. He is also a Certified PublicAccountant. Mr. Hersch has been to

Shell Point many times to present finan-cial seminars and is a leader in his field.

ThIs seminar is free but reservations are required.Complete the form in the Academy

Brochure and sign up at either service desk.

2008 Estate Planning UpdatePresented by the Legacy Foundation


We enjoyed a smorgasbord of pre-sentations in October, including oldfavorites, such as word mysteries, poetry,sudoku and bridge, and newofferings like kayaking, a pres-entation from the Lee CountySheriff, and memory issues.WGCU Public Media returnedwith their historical documen-taries – this time on the historyof fishing and the history ofbaseball - in our area.

With the debut ofMcLab – the mobile com-puter lab - we were able topull four classes out of theWoodlands Computer Laband place them in variousrooms of the Commons.

Just in time for theconcert season, Bud Kent(Macoma) shared his extensivebackground in music theory andperformance arts with a presen-tation on music appreciation.Bill Davis (Lakewood) leader ofOn Line Investing shared hisknowledge. Herb Wilcox (RoyalBonnet) shared his backgroundof more than a half century of

television engineering in theHistory of Television.

Twelve of Shell Point’s pub-lished authors are tak-ing part in four presen-tations where they sharea bit about how writingtheir book affected theirlife followed by a briefreading. You can stillcatch the last two pre-

sentations.Please refer to

your Academy bro-chure for presenta-tions to come thismonth. You won’t want tomiss the information onmedications, meditation,managing stress or prevent-ing falls. A maritime histo-

ry will be provided by local authorRobert Macomber and our ownShell Point Landscape PlannerSteve Morton will lead a FloridaPlant Walkabout to introduceyou to some of our resident plants.

On November 28 you willhave the opportunity to hearfrom Jim Nathan, President of

the newly merged Lee Memorial HealthSystems, and Dr. Greg M. Silver, a solopracticing family physician and member ofthe Physicians For A National HealthProgram, as they share their perspectiveson the question: Can we afford UniversalSingle Payer Health Care?

Watch SPTV’s Shell Point Today andcheck your weekly reminder for upcomingpresentations. The Spring 2008 Academybrochure is being planned, so if you have aninterest you would like to share, please callTeri Kollath, manager of Academy and vol-unteer services at 454-2254.

Fall Academy Full of FunB Y T E R I K O L L A T H , M A N A G E R O F

A C A D E M Y A N D V O L U N T E E R S E R V I C E S

Mobile computer lab

Kayaking Group

Sheriff Mike Scott

Free Memory Screenings at Shell Point

National Memory Screening Day is November 13.In order to better serve the residents of Shell Point theDepartment of Behavioral Health will offer free 30minute memory screenings for interested residents.

To handle the demand, the Behavioral HealthTeam will perform the screenings on two days:November 7 and 13.

The screenings will be conducted in theBehavioral Health offices on the 2nd floor of theJames Howard Wood Medical Center. Screenings arefree, but an appointment is required. To schedule afree screening call Mardee Lader at 415-5435.

Shell Point authors meet and present their books.L-R: Ken Hurst (King’s Crown), Calvin and Lois Johansson(Cameo), Fran Keffer (Harbor Court), Ruth and Harold

Greenlee (Coquina) and Charles Shepson (Sundial).


Norm and Dorie Ford havereturned to the United States andsettled in the Florida city of PortOrange after spending 38 years of theirlives serving as missionaries in thecountries of Laos, Malaysia andThailand. Persevering through arange of challenging experiences(learning two foreign languages,living in a war-torn country beingovertaken by Communists, andunforeseen changes in ministrylocations and focus) Norm andDorie have remained faithful tothe vision that brought themtogether as they wed in 1965.

While doing door-to-doorevangelism at St. Paul BibleCollege, the couple met, mergedtheir individual calls to missions andmarried, following graduation. TheChristian and Missionary Allianceassigned them to Laos in 1969, a coun-try being torn apart by conflict even asNorm and Dorie studied the languageand worked in evangelism and disci-pleship with a group of Kamu refugees.By 1973 Communist rebels had movedinto their city and in 1974, shortlyafter the Fords came to the UnitedStates for home assignment, the coun-try fell to the Communists.

Initially, Norm and Dorie were re-assigned to Thailand but fears that itmight fall as well, led to a three-year min-istry in Malaysia at the Dalat MK Schoolas dorm parents and school chaplain.

In 1979 they were able to beginministry in Bangkok, Thailand, spend-ing 19 years planting numerouschurches in that mega-city. Norm’sexperience led to appointment as theThai Field Director for four years. Buttheir hearts were burdened for the 22million Isaan people of Thailand,99.8% as yet unreached with the truthof God’s word.

As a finale to their overseas min-istries, the Fords spent their last fouryears in the most exciting, challengingand demanding experience of theirmissionary career. Partnering with anewly arrived missionary couple, theyhave worked to develop a world-wideprayer team, a curriculum for church

multiplication and to casta vision among God’s

people to work together to see theIsaan people brought to Christ.Though breakthroughs were not seenat the time of their departure, momen-tum to that end is rising.

It is often said that life comes full cir-cle. Norm and Dorie’s lives began alongthe Ohio River: Norm in Louisville, KY,and Dorie 100 miles upriver in Aurora,IN. Their years of ministry ended on theopposite side of the globe, along anotherriver, the Mekong, location of the threeThai provinces in the initial target areaof the ministry to the Isaan people.

A study of ancient history willreveal that the earliest civilizations grewand flourished alongside major rivers,the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers inMesopotamia, the Indus River in Indiaand the Yellow River in China. It is theFord’s prayer and that of the world-wideprayer team for the Thai Isaan peoplethat the truth of God’s Word wouldgrow and flourish in modern timesalong the Mekong River.

So – is retirement and return tothe U.S. really an end to the work thatNorm and Dorie devoted their lives to?Or will it be a new beginning for thegospel among the Isaan people? DorieFord will be sharing about this blos-soming opportunity at this month’sWomen’s Ministries Global Outreachevent on Wednesday, November14th, at 10:15 a.m. in the HospitalityRoom at the Village Church.

An End or a New Beginning?After Thirty-Eight Years of Missions Work, a Couple Returns Home

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The Salon at Shell Point is committed to pro-viding quality and creative salon and spaservices to you. We recognize the importance of stay-ing current in the salon industry. Bill McDoogle,Matrix educator, wowed The Salon staff with tips onformulating colors and techniques. Bill is a seasonededucator for Matrix.This is the secondtime The Salon hashad the pleasure ofhosting a class by Bill.It is always amazinghow styling and tech-niques can change over a short period of time. Thisfurther emphasizes the importance of “keeping up”within the craft of hair design.

As part of the class, The Salon staff put their tal-ents to work and created a new look for MaryFranklin, resort services manager. We gave Mary redlowlights and enhanced her natural shade with asemi-permanent color to add shine and dimension.Mary’s hair was finished with a new cut. We addedmore layers to frame Mary’s face and lots of texturefor movement. Look for Mary on SPTV with hernew look. We think she looks great!

The Salon at Shell Point would like to expressour thanks and appreciation to all the wonderful peo-ple at Shell Point.

November marks The Salon’s second yearanniversary! Salon services have grown and expand-ed tremendously over the last two years thanks to allof you! Your support for your community salon hasbeen invaluable. To further say “thank you,” belowis a coupon for 10% off any salon service good for allresidents during this season of “thanks.”

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Norm and DorieFord. Dorie will

share her missionsexperience on

November 14 at10:15 a.m. at the

Village ChurchHospitality Room.


One of the special traditions enjoyedby Shell Point Residents is the annualThanksgiving Day Service, hosted by TheVillage Church. As you anticipate cele-brating this American holiday with yourfamily and friends, plan to begin the day atThe Village Church as the communitygathers to give thanks and praise to God forHis bountiful blessings.

This year Dr. DavidNesselroade, Shell PointMedical Director, will bethe featured speaker. Histopic will be Thankfulnessfor God’s Faithfulness.He’ll be reflecting on the20+ years that he and his family have beenpart of the Shell Point Community and themany ways God has led and provided forthem. As a health care provider, Dr.Nesselroade contributes significantly to thewell-being of our residents. As a student oftheology, his insightful biblical teachingprovides inspiration and edification for thecommunity.

Rev. Ken Nesselroade, Senior Ministerof the Village Church, will lead theThanksgiving Service, which will begin at10:15 a.m. and last about one hour. Organist,Dr. Calvin Johansson (Cameo) will be play-ing two festive settings of “Now Thank WeAll Our God”; one by J.S. Bach and theother by S. Karg-Elert. Spirited congrega-

tional singing will also be asignificant part of the serv-ice. And under the direc-tion of Randy Woods,Minister of Worship &Music, The Village Churchchoir (70+ voices) will besinging Joel Raneys’ tri-

umphant anthem that declares: “Let everyday we’re living be a new thanksgiving.”

As 19th Century hymn writer HenryAlford has written, “Come, ye thankful peo-ple, come, raise the song of harvest home!”As together we recognize God’s provisionand blessing; let’s pause to corporatelyexpress to Him our gratitude and praise dur-ing this Thanksgiving Day Service.

During the two weeks of this year’sfund raiser, Larsen Pavilion AuxiliaryPresident Bill Maruchi is proud to announcethat your contributions have added morethan $25,000 to the operating fund thatkeeps 17 committees going in your skillednursing facility. A big, “Thank you!” fromthe Auxiliary!

The goal for the campaign was $30,000and The Auxiliary members are hopefulthat residents who are returning from upnorth this fall will help make up the differ-ence. Bakeless Bake Sale envelopes are still

available at both of the service desks.Also, if you are interested in joining 225

of your fellow residents in serving on theAuxiliary, there are two orientations left inthis year: November 16 and December 7.

Call Ginny Miller-Plaza, volunteer andeducation coordinator at 454-2290 to signup for this two hour class that is followed bya tour of the Larsen Pavilion.

You will hear all about this organizationthat enhances the life of Larsen Pavilionresidents, and perhaps find a volunteer posi-tion that is just right for you.

BakelessBake SaleRecap

Alan and Betty Boers (Oakmont), Bobbi Brown (Nautilus) and Bill Maruchi(Lakewood) of the Larsen Pavilion Auxiliary thank you for your donations.

Music from the highlands will fillthe auditorium on Sunday Evening,November 11, at 6:15 p.m. as The BlairBand begins The Village Church’s 2007-2008 Season of Praise. The Blair Band hasbeen noted for its “acoustic presentation ofbrilliant fiery music from the highlands ofScotland to the shores of Ireland.”

As they travel across the U.S. andthroughout the U.K., the Blair Band has beenimpacting audiences everywhere with theirinspirational style of Celtic music performedon traditional Scottish/Irish instruments.The great thing about Celtic music is thatpeople of all ages and races can enjoy it withno wall dividing them. The music is happy,passionate, and celebratory. It brings peopletogether and provides a connection to a richhistory with which many have lost touch.

The concert will feature their arrange-ments of hymn tunes like Slane “Be ThouMy Vision” and settings of the traditionalfolk music like “The Glasgow Reel” and“Londonderry Air.” The concert will alsoinclude selections from their CD’s Fields ofFreedom and Celtic Sessions.

The Blair Band is lead by Ric Blair onvocals, guitar, piano, and bodhran. Alongwith Ric, three other musicians play authen-tic Celtic instruments, such as the uilleannpipes, djembe/percussion and a fiddle.

Tickets for this inspirational concertare available during regular office hours atThe Village Church for a $5 donation.

The 2007-08 Season ofPraise Begins Nov. 11

The Blair Band

Bakeless

Bake Sale

PAVILION AUXILIARY

The Shell Point Community Gathers to Give ThanksB Y R A N D Y W O O D S , M I N I S T E R O F W O R S H I P A N D M U S I C

Recently, Shell Point neighbors and friendsgathered in the Social Center to welcomemembers of the Southwest Florida DulcimerClub. As the musicians presented a varietyof old-time music, including fiddle tunes andhymns, residents were invited to join in thefun with singing, clapping and toe tapping.

Not only did the ladies of the DulcimerClub share their music with us, but they also shared the history ofthe music they were playing. The Appalachian Lap Dulcimer is oneof only two instruments in the world that was invented in theUnited States. We learned that this truly American instrument wasoften homemade by simple folks as a source of family entertainmentbefore television and radio.

Each member of the club shared the story of how they beganplaying the dulcimer. Residents also had the opportunity to talkwith the performers after the concert about their different dul-cimers. Ken Darling (Sundial) even brought his own dulcimer tothe show, and a dulcimer club member tuned it for him. It was agreat afternoon of entertainment.

Dulcimer Club Makes SweetMusic at Shell PointB Y T E D Y E A T T S , A C T I V I T I E S C O O R D I N A T O R

The sweet aroma of slow-cookedbeef filled the Woodlands Commonslong before the doors of the Palm Grillopened on October 17th, hinting at thedelicious food in store for diners luckyenough to get a table for German Night. Itwas a busy night at the Palm Grill as ShellPoint’s own restaurant served over 170guests from a menu full of authenticGerman cuisine that made deciding on anentrée difficult.

Some diners had to wait for a table butonce inside they were pleased to find the foodwas well worth the wait as Chef Joel Bachhuberdelivered large portions with a wonderful bal-ance of sweet, sour, and savory flavors.

Gail Keel provided authentic music onthe accordion, concertina and piano.Residents danced and sang along to tradi-tional German folk songs.

Dr. Gunter and Hilda Meng (Lakewood)with Ted Yeatts

Charles and Marjorie Marchyshyn(Parkwood) with Tom Irwin

Sharon Bermel, Betty Baker and AnnWharton, all of Cameo

Music by Gail and Helma added festive ambiencethat got many residents singing and dancing.

Bob and Ginger Dornburg(Oakmont)

Chef Joel Bachhuber

Constance Lidner (Cellana)wearing an authentic dress

from her homeland.

Standing: Jim and Marion Davey and Harold Seer. Seated: Alfred and Lore Rosenstrauch and Sylvia Seer.

erman Nightat The Palm Grill

“It was a busy and successful evening,” said Program

Coordinator Ted Yeatts, “but the Palm Grill is used to delivering this

kind of excellence every night. Most people went home with left-

overs and everyone went home satisfied.”

Craft BazaarBrings Out BestDon’t miss the annual craft bazaar to beheld Friday, November 2 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Grand Cypress Room ofthe Woodlands. Here are just a few sam-ples of the items that will be for sale.

Shell art and jewelry byStarr Ramsey (Lakewood)Pottery by

AugustaCrane(Parkwood)

Bags by BarbaraHilton (Rosemont)

Shell Point Life November 2007

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