Shell Point Life October 2006

October 2006Vol. 1 Issue 3

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Pets have a wonderful ability to bring loveand joy to their owners, and many resi-dents have discovered that their bestfriends are often of the furry, finned, orfeathered variety. A loving pet can addquality to — and may even increase the

length of — our lives.Medical studies on thehuman-animal bond revealsthat pet owners are morelikely to have reducedstress levels, cholesterollevels, and blood pressure,and they also experiencefewer heart attacks thanpeople without pets. Astudy of women undergo-ing stress tests demonstrat-ed that the presence of adog had a greater effect onlowering blood pressure

than the presence of friends. Companionanimals also provide psy-chological benefits. Petsare sympathetic, sup-portive and non-judg-mental listeners. Petsprovide us with a distrac-tion from our worries;they encourage socialinteraction and providea soothing presence.And many womenbelieve their pets are more sensitive totheir moods than their spouse or children,often relying on the pet for affection.

“We know that many studies haveshown that pets are beneficial to people ofall ages, so we were happy when the deci-sion was made back on October 1, 2000, toallow pets into our community,” said RitaSouthern, director of resident services, thedepartment which oversees the PetCommittee. “Pets bring joy to their ownersand provide wonderful companionship,”Rita continued, “but we were also cautiousto make sure that policies were in place toprovide clear guidelines so residents whochoose not to own a pet would not be

inconvenienced by those who do. I am gladto note that most everyone seems to becohabitating nicely and the pet ownershave been a very conscientious group.”

Pet owners must abide by the rules setforth by the Pet Committee, which includecleaning up after their pet, carrying petsthrough indoor public areas, and keepingtheir medical care up-to-date. The key toachieving healthy benefits associated withpet ownership is having a pet that brings joyinto your life rather than a pet that bringsstress. That’s why it is important to makesure that the pet you choose is one that canbe easily managed and taken care of.

In return for proper care and attention,pets offer unconditional love; there’s justsomething special between animals andtheir owners. Perhaps it is because pets areloyal and love their owners unconditionally;they accept us just the way we are. Plus, petsprovide their owners with the chance to

care, provide and nurtureanother living thing.This is a wonderfulopportunity to give ofoneself and to receivelove in return. Pets aregood listeners and theynever talk back. In fact,when it comes to affec-tion and friendship, petsoften outshine people.

top: Marsha Horton (Cellana)with her cat.

right: Emmie Coleman(Macoma) and Bitsy.

Above: Phil Hilton (Rosemont) with Rudy.

On the Cover: Joyce Greeson (Harbor Court) withher chihuahua, Tanny.

For some people one of the most attractive amenities of living at

Shell Point is actually one that they bring with them — their pets!

below: Jonathan LivingstonCrab, estimated to be the oldestliving hermit crab, was adoptedin 1976. Owner: Carol AnnOrmes (Parkwood).

Ginny Hogue (King’s Crown) and hercockatiel, Betty Boop.

Christine Johnson(Rosemont) with hercat, Miss Kitty.

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Here are just a few of the healthy reasonsto own a pet, according to the DeltaSociety, a group that performs researchinto the importance of animals to thelives and well-being of humans. Thesefindings came from numerous studiesdone by a variety of sources on the healthbenefits of owning a pet.• Seniors who own dogs go to the doctorless than those who do not.• Pet owners have lower blood pressure.• Pet owners have lower triglyceride andcholesterol levels than non-owners.• Pet owners feel less afraid of being avictim of crime when walking with a dogor sharing a residence with a dog. • Pet owners have fewer minor healthproblems.• Pet owners have better psychologicalwell-being.• Pet owners have a higher survival ratefollowing coronary heart disease.• Pet owners have better physical healthdue to exercise with their pets. • Having a pet may decrease heart attack .• Pets decrease feelings of loneliness andisolation and increase feelings of love.

Mary Hall (Junonia) enjoys walks with herdog, Bear, along the Caloosahatchee Riveron The Island trails.

CAN HAVING APET REALLY

IMPROVE YOURHEALTH?

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THE SALON TEAM GOES TO ORLANDO!B Y R O B Y N C H U R C H , S A L O N M A N A G E R

Chef James “Jimbo” Snyder whipsups the stir-fry.

Kay Woycke and Dot Whiteman forego the chopsticks, but enjoytasting Jimbo’s chinese creations!

“Ah-so good!” agreed Phyllis Clark

Robyn Church takes a break from the convention for a quick manicure.

Continuing education is essential fora successful salon professional, andour Shell Point Salon team recently hadthe chance to take a training trip to updatetheir skills. Each year the OrlandoConvention Center hosts the largest showand educational opportunities in the beau-ty industry. Professionals travel from allover the country to attend this compre-hensive two-day event to learn about newstyle trends, techniques, and products,which are demonstrated by industry leaders

in classroom settings and on stages on theshowroom floor.

Do you remember when a permanentwave was actually achieved with the use ofelectrical current? Salon services have cer-tainly improved over the years! The ShellPoint Salon team is excited to share theirfresh ideas with you. If you’re considering anew style, color, or texture wave, the team iscommitted to providing you with outstand-ing, individualized services with a smile!You’re cordially invited to give us the oppor-

tunity to share ideas with you during a com-plimentary consultation.

Please call the salon at 489-8400 toschedule an appointment, so one of our pro-fessional stylists will have ample time tospend with you. The staff is thankful tohave had the opportunity to participate inthis valuable learning experience and lookforward to your call to discuss new, creativestyling ideas.

ARBOR MEETS ASIAThe Arbor celebrated the month of September with

an Asian cooking demonstration, featuring Jim “Jimbo”Snyder, kitchen supervisor and chef extraordinaire. Heplanned and prepared a scrumptious demonstration, usinga variety of vegetables and sauces, combined with chick-en and shrimp. Residents enjoyed the opportunityto mingle with their neighbors, as well assample the final product which was,of course, delicious!

Suz Tipple has her eyebrows done withan eyebrow stencil and waterproof pow-der, to add shape and definition to theeyebrow. This is a new product nowavailable in the salon.

Corrine Johnson is busy selecting newnail polish colors for fingers and toes.

Common & Costly Mistakes in Estate Planning

Tuesday, October 2410:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Grand Cypress Room/WDL

TOPICS TO INCLUDE:➻ The latest techniques to minimize

probate and estate administrativecosts

➻ Who gets grandma’s yellow pie plate? Passing personal property to your heirs

➻ Economic outlook for 2007

➻ The latest news on estate tax reform

Instructor: David M. Jones, commentator on CNBC & CNN Presented by Investor’s Security Trust Company

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The Legacy Foundation is always happy to share goodnews with Shell Point residents! On July 27, 2006, FloridaGovernor, Jeb Bush, signed legislation repealing the FloridaIntangible Personal Property Tax. The effective date of the repeal isJanuary 1, 2007.

The Florida Intangible Personal Property Tax was an annual tax,based on the January 1 fair market value of intangible personal prop-erty. In general, intangible personal property included stocks, mutu-al funds, bonds, and notes receivable.

The intangible personal property tax is imposed on Florida resi-dents and corporations, partnerships, fiduciaries, affiliated groups,and personal representatives who have a Florida taxable status.While Florida does not have a state income tax, many residents havebecome all too familiar with financial planning techniques to mini-mize or avoid the Intangible Tax.

The current intangible tax rate was fifty cents per one thou-sand dollars of taxable intangible personal property, i.e., $500 perone million dollars of taxable intangible personal property. AFlorida resident could exempt $250,000, or $500,000 of taxableintangible personal property from the tax for a married couple.

The Intangible Personal Property Tax was often referred to asa voluntary tax because it was easily avoided by creating an irrev-ocable trust to hold the Florida resident’s taxable intangible per-sonal property. With the repeal of the Florida Intangible PersonalProperty Tax, these trusts will no longer be needed.

Shell Point residents should consult their tax and financialadvisors to discuss the repeal of the Florida Intangible Tax andits effect on your personal situation. Any questions, please con-tact the Legacy Foundation at Shell Point at 466-8484.

Tax News FlashFlorida Intangible PersonalProperty Tax is RepealedB Y J E F F C O R Y

Please register for this class by calling the Legacy Foundation at 466-8484 or through the

Academy at Shell Point registration form.

Shell Point is proud to welcomeanother new contract physicianto the Arbor Medical Center. Dr.Anthony Inglese is now offering chi-ropractic services on Tuesday andFriday afternoons. But this is no ordi-nary chiropractor. Dr. Inglese’s prac-tice features the new state-of-the-artProAdjuster system, which uses tech-nology to isolate neck and back prob-lems, while eliminating the jarring twistsand turns traditionally associated with chi-ropractic. “This technology makes it safe fornearly everyone to use chiropractic toimprove their health,” said Dr. Inglese.

The practice of chiropractic has beendeveloping for more than 100 years. It

involves locating places onthe spine where nerves areimpinged and making slightadjustments to mobilize them.

This sometimes involvedquick, sometimes forceful,adjustments of the neck andback. “The ProAdjuster isvery gentle,” said Dr. Inglese.“People lie in a semi-reclined

position, and we use a special tool to evalu-ate the spine, getting exact results instantlyon the computer. We then know exactlywhere to mobilize and are able to re-assessright away to see how we did.”

The system is so gentle it can even beused on most patients with osteoporosis, as

well as on patients using blood thinners,who cannot be treated with traditional chi-ropractic.

The system also includes a laser footscanner, capable of creating custom-madeorthotics (shoe inserts) for patients. “We arethe only ones in Southwest Florida whohave this technology,” said the doctor. Inother words, the most advanced chiropractictechnology between Sarasota and Miami isavailable right here at Shell Point.

To make an appointment for a consulta-tion and spine analysis, call Dr. AnthonyInglese’s office at 444-4216. He visits theArbor Medical Center, located on the sec-ond floor of the Arbor, every Tuesday andFriday from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m.

ARBOR MEDICAL CENTER WELCOMESCHIROPRACTOR DR. ANTHONY INGLESE

Dr. Anthony Inglese


Back in 1981, when Shell Point was abit smaller than it is today, Travis Allenjoined the Facility Operations team,which led to his present position asConstruction Maintenance Technician.His responsibilities are in general con-struction and heavy machinery. HelpingShell Point residents and the daily associ-ation with his co-workers are among thethings Travis likes best about his job.Travis ia a real Florida native, who wasborn and raised in Fort Myers, along witha brother and seven sisters, two of whom

also work here at ShellPoint. Travis has beenan Assistant ScoutMaster with the BoyScouts and participatedin two WildernessWeeks in Virginia andColorado. He loves fish-ing — both salt andfresh water — and

claims to have fished “from Sanibel to theTortugas, and from Okeechobee to LakesPark!” Congratulations, Travis, on reach-ing your quarter century milestone.

Congratulations are also due to “ChefMelly” Raposa, who celebrated her 20thmilestone anniversary in August. Born inSt. Miguel, Portugal, she emigrated to FallRiver, Massachusetts, in 1970 but ended

up in Florida to go toDisney World.

Her cousin invitedher to stay, and she wasinterviewed, hired, andstarted working in thePavilion as a Dietary Aidein 1986. Over the yearsstaff members encouragedMelly to go to school andget her GED, with thehelp of Shell Point. She

also attended culinary school for twoyears, where she was an apprentice.

On the third year, she became a certi-fied cook, then a certified working chef,and finally a Certified Chef de Cuisine,all the while working at various diningrooms at Shell Point. Not just a great chefand employee, Melly has her own profes-sional audio equipment and on weekendsshe DJ’s for weddings, graduations, bap-tisms, and other events. She is also pres-ident of the Portuguese American Club ofSouthwest Florida.

It was back in 1986 when Dr. DavidNesselroade moved from his home state ofWest Virginia to become Shell Point’s VicePresident and Director of PhysicianServices at the Medical Center. Over theyears he transitioned gradually to become aStaff Physician at both the Larsen Pavilion

and the Arbor. Dr. Dave, as he is oftencalled, says he enjoys the residents as wellas his co-workers and feels that God calledhim for this special purpose. He feels verycontent and fulfilled in his job.

Before moving to Florida, he workedseven summers as a teamster to help pay forhis education at West Virginia University.He was also a Lt. Commander in the Navy,thanks to his experience with the U.S.Public Health Service, as well as spendingtwo years with the Indian Health Serviceworking with the Navajo tribe in Arizona.Just before moving to Shell Point, he wasan Associate Professor in the Department

of Family Medicine at hisalma mater. He and hiswife, Julianne, have onedaughter and one marriedson. Dave’s hobbiesinclude golf and tennis,and his “most favorite”food is meat and potatoes.“No fancy stuff for me,”he said.

He loves spendingtime with Julianne and

the kids, even if it means taking a book tothe shopping mall so he can read whilethey wear themselves out shopping.

Congratulations Dr. Dave, on reach-ing your 20-year milestone at Shell Point!

First Shell Point Singles Event

Travis Allen celebrates 25

years at Shell Point

Melly Raposacelebrates 20

years at Shell Point

Dr. DavidNesselroade

celebrates 20years at

Shell Point

Approximately thirty Shell Point resi-dents mixed and mingled at the firstsingles event held here at Shell Point. Thisfun group met for an evening of great food,terrific company, and pleasant conversationat the Palm Grill in The Woodlands.

The evening started off with delicious,

complimentary hors d’oeuvres, provided bythe Palm Grill. Resort services staff member,Jessica Wyneken, was there to individuallygreet and introduce residents to each other.There were some familiar faces and severalnew residents as well, so everyone enjoyedgetting to know each other a little better.

To help with the introductions, resi-dents participated in an ice breaker wherethe name of a famous movie star was placedon their back, and they had to ask questionsof each other to discover their secret identi-ty. Mike Klein sure was surprised when hefound out that he was that sultry actress,

Barbara Milligan (Periwinkle), Ann Wharton (Cameo),Gwen Shidler (Cellana).

Chuck Durrell (Oakmont), Bobbi Brown (Nautilus), Al Slickers,director of hospitality services, Betty Mueller (Oakmont), CharlieSappenfield (Oakmont), and Betty Bainbridge (Periwinkle) enjoythe first singles event.

The Palm Grill offered a specialdinner menu after the mixer,which residents enjoyed.

EMPLOYEES CELEBRATE MORE MILESTONES OF NOTE!


For more than 30 years,The Island Train has servedas a vital transportation link forresidents of The Island. Circlingthe 75 acres constantly through-out the day, it provides trans-portation for residents who areunable or would prefer not towalk or drive to destinations,such as the Crystal Room, TheVillage Church, the MedicalCenter, or other courts.

“The train has been veryimportant to Shell Point,” saidDianne Morton, transportationmanager. “The very first trainwas a John Deere tractor that aresident had donated. Otherengines since then have beendiesel-powered tugs, much likethe ones you see hauling lug-gage carts at the airport. But thetrain hasn’t always been the per-fect solution. A diesel engine isfairly noisy and produces moreof a smell than we’d like,”Dianne added. “Plus, the facade of the trainmade the vehicle so wide it couldn’t back upor change direction easily. It causes a lot of

costly wear and tear on the vehicle.”With this in mind, Shell Point is intro-

ducing a new vehicle for intra-campus trans-

portation. A brand new custom-made12-passenger golf cart will replace thetrain, starting in late October. “This newvehicle will have many advantages,”Dianne continued. “Because it is gasolinepowered, both the odor and the noise willbe greatly reduced. And it’s smaller, somaneuverability will be a lot easier.”

The traditional perimeter route willremain the same, but the speed of thenew vehicle means each stop will be vis-ited three times an hour, rather than justtwo. “People will be able to get to theirdestinations more quickly,” said Dianne.The new tram will also be more comfort-able, secure, and accessible. A stowagearea in the back will store walkers andwheelchairs. Awnings will protect ridersfrom the elements, and low steps willmake embarking and disembarkingmuch easier. “We’re excited to bring thisnew lower-cost and higher-quality solu-tion to Shell Point,” Dianne remarked.

Look for updated transportationschedules later this month at the infor-mation kiosks in the Resident Activity

Center (IS) and the Commons (WDL). Ifyou have any specific questions abouttransportation, call Dianne at 454-2061.

THE FAMILIAR ISLAND TRAIN RETIRES AFTER 30 YEARSReplacement Allows Ease of Access, Less Noise, More ManeuverabilityB Y D I A N N E M O R T O N , T R A N S P O R T A T I O N M A N A G E R

Lauren Bacall!Once the group got started, the conver-

sations began flowing and everyone learneda lot about their new acquaintances. All thistalking helped create quite an appetite andthe group then moved into the Palm Grill,where Dining Manager Tom Irwin and his

staff provided a delicious meal that featureda variety of menu selections.

Throughout the dinner the residentsenjoyed talking and many stayed for aleisurely cup of coffee and dessert followingthe delicious meal.

“I’m so glad that Resort Services creat-

ed an opportunity for those of us who aresingle to get together and meet other sin-gles,” said Bobbi Brown of Nautilus. Manyothers wholeheartedly agreed. “This was agreat idea,” said several members of thegroup. Resort Services is busily planning thenext Singles Group event.

Paige Lewis (Lakewood), Mike Klein (Nautilus) and JuneLockhart (Harbor Court) enjoy the camaraderie.

Melina Eskew (Palm Acres) and ArtSherrill (Nautilus).

1970s Village Train

Artist’s rendering of the new Island tram

Elsie Moore (Turban).

2006 Village Train

1990s Village Train


You may think of customerservice simply in the realmof a retail or perhaps a man-ufacturing business thatneeds to constantly seeknew customers to buy andmaintain their product...

but at Shell Point building a customerservice relationship means treating our cus-tomers – that means you, the resident, andyour guests, and even other employees –with that same care and respect each andevery day. Caring, serving and satisfying isthe goal of each Shell Point employee and,in particular, those who actually do workon the “front line.” They are the wonder-ful, smiling faces who answer the calls andgreet the folks who come to their place ofbusiness – the various service and receptiondesks of Shell Point.

Gene-Elizabeth McGonigle, or “Gene,”as she’s known, has been at the very busyhub of activity in the Resident ActivityCenter on The Island for the best part ofthree years. “I absolutely love the one-on-one interaction with the residents, knowingthat I am being helpful to them,” said Gene,when asked what customer service means toher. Gene’s customer service attitude goesway back. “One week out of high school(1970), I started working with the FBI asswitchboard/radio operator in New Haven,Connecticut. While employed there, Ireceived a personal commendation from J.Edgar Hoover for my effervescence!” Gene’shusband of 33 years, Liam, was born inGlasgow, Scotland and they have threesons: Brendan, 29; Sean, 23; and Liam, 21.Her mother, Gloria Bennett, recentlymoved into King’s Crown, although she iscurrently in the Larsen Pavilion. Gene is aMember of Beta Sigma Phi, anInternational Women’s Organization dedi-cated to helping women fulfill their livesand contribute to the community.

You’ll find Faye Kirchoff at TheWoodlands Service Desk, where she has

National Customer ServiceWeek, October 2 – 8, is

designed to raise awarenessof the important role cus-tomer service plays withinan organization and honorthe people on the “front

lines” of service.

Why It Is Important


worked since January 2006. “I enjoy workingwith this age group,” Faye said. “Our resi-dents often talk with me about their experi-ences, which are quite remarkable. I willalways be there for them — to answer theirquestions and help in any way I can. I alsotry to greet each person who comes to theService Desk with a smile — and that usual-ly makes them smile back, no matter howthey are feeling. Anything that I can do forthem is appreciated. When I was on vaca-tion, everyone said they were glad I was backand that they missed me. It was a great com-pliment to me!” Faye and her husband,Ken, were married on September 3, 2005,and together have seven children (fourgirls and three boys), ranging in age from28 to 36, as well as 13grandchildren wholive in Michigan.One day Faye wasNOT commended forher customer servicewas when she acci-dentally set a book onthe Muzak systemmicrophone andeverything she saidand did was heardthrough the speaker inthe Grand CypressRoom. “Luckily therewere just a few peoplein there,” she saidwith a big smile. “Thisis a great place to work!”

Both Gene andFaye do much morethan interact with res-idents and visitors.Some of the otherthings they are respon-sible for include: bal-ancing statements and petty cash; enteringresident and guest parking stickers in thecomputer; ordering supplies; helping resi-dents with the copier; filling the informationkiosk; taking care of the postage meter andselling postage stamps; notarizing forms; fax-ing; program sign ups; internal mail; ordering

name tags; doing check requests; schedulingdry-cleaning; and handling multiple phonelines, as well as helping the residents whostop at the counter. Gene also picks up desti-nation and restaurant brochures when she’s“out and about,” to help resort services withnew trip ideas. Whew!

Veteran DonnaDittmer (“Sam,” forshort) has worked for11 years at Shell Point.First as a Hostess inthe Crystal Room, andnow as the main ShellPoint Receptionist in

Administration, whereshe answers all thecalls that come in tothe main switchboard.In addition, Donnatypes the weeklymenus for the CrystalRoom, King’s Crownand the EmployeeCafeteria, as well asthe Shell Point Shopper

and the Anniversary and Birthday list forresidents. “The main goal in my position isto touch as many peoples’ lives in as posi-tive a way as I can.” Donna said. “I feel thatI have the perfect job at Shell Point becauseI can interact, not only with many residentsbut my co-workers as well. I just love the

people I work with in Finance andAdministration, who support and help mein every way. I consider them not only co-workers but friends! Donna has receivedsome odd requests at the front desk. Oneday a small child called to talk to his mom.She answered by asking, “Where does yourmom work?” His answer was, “She work atShell Point,” and she answered, “Yes, butwhere at Shell Point?” He answered, “Herwork at King Kong!” Of course she knew hemeant King’s Crown and was able to con-nect him to his mom. Now that’s customerservice! Donna’s family is the most impor-tant thing in her life. She has 6 children, 12

grandchildren, and 8 great-grandchildren,whom she gets together with as often as pos-sible, given the fact that they live in Iowa,Kansas, Florida and Tennessee.

Donna is also a 45-year member of anInternational organization, Epsilon SigmaAlpha, that emphasizes philanthropy andeducation. She primarily joined for thephilanthropic work that they do. Forinstance – they raised $12.5 million for St.Jude Children’s Research Hospital lastyear. They also support Easter Seals, St.Augustine School for the Deaf and Blind,and other local charities.

What does customer service mean?Just ask these ladies who are on the “frontlines” at Shell Point – they have theanswer down pat.

These are the wonderful, smiling faces who answer the

calls and greet the folks who come to their place of business

– the various service and reception desks of Shell Point.

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CD Surround Sound ConcertSunday, October 1 — 3:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLRavel’s orchestration of Mussorgsky’s“Pictures at an Exhibition,” performed bythe Chicago Symphony, directed by Solti;and Schubert’s “Symphony # 3,” performedby the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields,directed by Marriner.

The Train RoomSeason opening on Monday, October 2 — 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.Island TunnelStop by the Train Room, where visitors aretreated to a detailed model train exhibitreplica of the State of Florida, and historyand details are shared by volunteer engi-neers, greeters, and docents. Watch page 4of the Weekly Reminder for weekly hourchanges or updates.Don Irwin P

Piano ConcertThursday, October 57:15 p.m.Church Auditorium/ISJoin Don Irwin for an evening of enchant-ing piano music, as he makes a return visit

to Shell Point. Donwill play timeless easylistening favorites,classical melodies anda few of his ownworks. You will besure to enjoy this veryspecial performance.

Lunch at Ruby TuesdayFriday, October 610:30 a.m. Court pickup1:30 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $3.00 (lunch on your own)This nearby restaurant fea-tures popular choices anda wide variety that’s sureto appeal to anyone’sappetite. Check out thegreat salad bar or orderup a burger just the wayyou like it.

Information Technology ForumOctober 7 — 10:00 a.m. Grand Cypress Room (WL)The group is pleased to welcome back AlWinchell, noted “Good Boot” columnistfor the News Press. He will discuss thesoon-to-be released Microsoft Vista oper-ating system that will replace Windows, aswell as an overview of the tutorials he willconduct, starting Saturday, November 4.

Socials Across the Country:The New England StatesMonday, October 9 — 7:00 p.m.Grand Cypress/WDLDo you consider Maine, Vermont, NewHampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Islandor Connecticut as your home state? If so,you are invited to attend a social just forNew Englanders. Take along mementosand pictures of the area to share with yourfellow “up north” neighbors.

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The Suzy Q Sails Again First Voyage: Monday, October 9SCHEDULE OF SAILING TIMES: Mondays: 11:00 a.m. Luncheon trip toRumrunners Restaurant in Cape Coral.Tuesdays & Wednesdays Narrated 90-minute trips through the mangroves, twicedaily at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.

You may sign up for any of these trips inperson with the greeter in the lobby of theResident Activity Center on The Island, orby calling 454-2136, beginning on October2. There is no charge for any trip but thecost for lunch at Rumrunners is on yourown. Life jackets will be provided and pas-sengers and crew will be required to wearthem at all times. Note: For the mangrovetrips, passengers must be able to enter andexit the boat without assistance; for theRum Runners trips, passengers must be ableto enter and exit the boat and climb stairswithout assistance or assistive devices. Forthe safety of the passengers, there will be noexceptions! See you soon on the Suzy Q!

Shell Point Singers Fall ConcertTuesday, October 107:15 p.m.Church Auditorium/ISHear your friends and neighbors singtheir hearts out with music about crea-tures and creation. Songs include:Stroope’s Latin version of “OldMacDonald Had a Farm,” Mozart’s“Farmer’s Wife Lost Her Cat,” Rutter’s“Look at the World,” Clement’s “Flowerof Beauty,” and much, much more.Hope to see you there! See page 18 fordetails.

Beach DayWednesday, October 118:30 a.m. Court pickup3:00 Approximate returnCost: $13.00 (ice cream on your own)The sun, the sand, the blue water — soundslike beach day! Grab your gear and head toVanderbilt Beach for a day of fun in the sunwith your friends and neighbors. A picniclunch will be provided, but save room fordessert – there will be an ice cream stop onthe way back to Shell Point.

Casting Call for Shell Point’s Own Theater

Saturday, October 14 — 1:00 p.m. to3:00 p.m. Social Center (IS) andThursday, October 19 — 2:15 p.m.(right after play-readers) Tarpon Room (IS)Can you believe SPOT is already thinkingChristmas? The group has chosen a delight-ful comedy, Christmas Comes to Detroit Louie,for a holiday program that will be presentedon December 7 in the church auditorium.This play has a very large cast and we needyou to consider trying out for this fun event.There are big parts and some very wonderfulsmall parts, so join us at one audition sessionor both! Remember, no memorizationrequired! Call Ruth Deuber at 433-9520with questions.

Saturday DVD: Must Love DogsSaturday, October 14 — 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLSarah Nolan (Diane Lane), a newly singlewoman, cautiously rediscovers romancewith the enthusiastic, but often misguided,

help of herwell-meaningfamily. As shebraves a seriesof hilarious dis-astrous mis-matches andfirst dates,Sarah begins totrust her owninstincts again

and learns that no matter what, it’s never agood idea to give up on love.

CD Surround Sound ConcertSunday, October 15 — 3:00 p.m. Grand Cypress Room/WDLMozart’s Horn Concerto #2; soloist Tuckwellwho also conducts the English ChamberOrchestra: Two choral selections; MiserereMei by Aleegri and Sanctus by Shubert,sung by the Choir of King’s College,Cambridge. The program will concludewith Beethoven’s Piano Concerto #2 per-formed by Rudolph Serkin with the BostonSymphony directed by Ozawa.

Movie Night: Love StoryMonday, October 167:15 p.m. — Social Center/ISOne of the most romantic movies ever made,this 1970 tale of Jenny (Ali McGraw), a poor

college studentfrom RhodeIsland, and Oliver(Ryan O'Neal), arich law studentfrom Boston, fallin love at college.Despite oppositionto their relation-ship from Oliver’swealthy father, thetwo get married.

Ultimately, tragedy strikes and they mustface the greatest crisis of all.

Dinner at theWatermark GrilleTuesday, October 173:30 p.m. Court pickup8:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $7.00 (dinner on your own)Not only do they have an unparalleledmenu and amazing staff, this Naples restau-rant features a beautiful circular designwith a two-level dining room, hand paint-ed murals, and flowing fountains through-out. You will be sure to have a memorabledining experience. Entrée prices range from$13 to $37.

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19Online Investors Discussion resumesThursday, October 19 – 10:15 a.m.Social CenterDid you know that the Shell Point MainLibrary has a shelf of investment books,along with access to the Wall Street Journal,Barron’s and Value Line for your perusal? Didyou know that after opening an accountwith a broker, you don’t need your own com-puter to invest online? With a limitedamount of instruction, you can use those inthe Shell Point Computer Labs. This group’sdiscussions include serious investors whodepend on investing for income, speculativeinvestors who sell covered calls and optionsshort with informed risks, and even thosewho paper trade, i.e., follow the marketwithout using any of their own money. Theyfind that following the stock market at anyage can be fun and helps to keep the mindsharp, active, and alert. All residents are cor-dially invited to come and learn with us.

Harvest HoedownThursday, October 196:15 p.m.Administration Circle/ISThis annual fall event will befilled with good old down-home fun. The festivities willfeature country music, clog-gers, refreshments, and a scare-crow contest. An invitation

with all the details will be headed for yourmailbox soon!

Shell Point Artists with Guest, Jean GibsonFriday, October 20 — 2:15 p.m. Tarpon Room (IS)The Shell Point Artists welcome guestartist, Jean Gibson, who will demonstrateexecuting a portrait in pastels, utilizing oneof our neighbors as a model. Jean is a verywell-known artist and the group is fortu-nate to have her as a guest. The demonstra-tion will be preceded by a brief meeting,and a door prize will be given. All residentsare welcome.

Jazz on the GreenSaturday, October 213:00 p.m. Court pickup10:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $40.00 (admission included)

Get ready for an afternoon filled with fun,friends and relaxation – all jam-packed

with the finest music that smooth jazz hasto offer. This is an outdoor event and seat-ing is not provided. Please take along yourown folding chair or picnic blanket. Foodwill be available for purchase at the eventand coolers are permitted, provided theyare no larger than 14” x 14”. This 11thannual event benefits the Children’sHospital of Southwest Florida. It’s goodmusic for a good cause!

Harvest Moon DanceMonday, October 237:15 p.m.Social Center/ISCost: $20.00Prepare for an elegant evening of dancingand dessert, while you sway to the sounds ofTony Avalon — who is known aroundtown as “Tony Sinatra.” Once you hear himsing, you’ll see why he’s likened to “ole BlueEyes.” It will be a lovely fall evening - dojoin your friends and neighbors for the fes-tivities!

Library Book TalkTuesday, October 243:45 p.m. — Social Center (IS) The book to be reviewed is I Could Tell YouStories: Sojourns in the Land of Memory byPatricia Hampl. The reviewer, Dick Jacker(Macoma), has been the group’s speakeronce a year for several years and alwayschooses something different and unusual.Everyone is welcome and refreshments willbe served.

Wheel of Fortune—Shell Point StyleTuesday, October 24 — 7:15 p.m.Resident Activity Center/ISEnjoy some interactive entertainment, ascontestants spin the wheel for fun andprizes. This is an evening loaded withlaughs — so get some fresh popcorn, grab aseat, and enjoy!

Lunch at Doc Ford’sWednesday, October 2510:00 a.m. Court pickup2:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $5.00 (lunch on your own)Local novelist Randy Wayne White’s Sanibelrestaurant is a laid-back kind of place. Thefood is great and the service is attentive. Socome along and enjoy lunch with us! Entreésrange in price from $10 - $21.

Environmental Issues GroupThursday October 262:00 p.m. Grand Cypress Room (WL)Guest speaker Bill Byle, environmentalspecialist at the Charlotte CountyDepartment of Community Development,will discuss the Status of Phosphate MiningOperations in Florida, Present & Future;and Potential Environmental Impacts onboth Charlotte and Lee Counties.

Christmas Cantata Choir Rehearsals BeginThursday, October 26 — 2:45 p.m.Choir Room at The Village ChurchAll are welcome to join the choir for their11th annual presentation on ChristmasDay, December 25, at 4:15 p.m. in theResident Activity Center. Please call Tedor Ruth Rodgers at 466-5353 to let themknow you will join this musical group.

The RenfroesThursday, October 26 7:15 p.m. — Church Auditorium/ISShell Point favorites, Doug and LorraineRenfroe, will be accompanied by a cello andviolin for a performance filled with music todelight your ears and warm your heart.

Cape Coral OktoberfestFriday, October 273:00 p.m. Court pickup8:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $11.00 (includes admission/ foodon your own. (continued on next page)

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Sign-up required for this activity. Call Island (454-2282) or Woodlands (454-2054 or 454-2057) Walking up and down stairs

Sunday9:15 Christian Life Studies9:30 Christian Studies (WDL)10:15 Morning Worship1:15 Mixer Golf League3:00 CD Surround Sound (WDL) (Oct 1, 15)6:15 Evening Service

Monday9:15 Billiards9:15 Pottery10:15 Great Books (Oct 2,16)10:15 Parkinson’s Enrichment (Oct. 2)1:00 Mah-jongg1:15 Scrabble1:15 Shuffleboard1:15 Tone Chimes2:00 Beady-Eyed Bead Club2:00 SP Men’s Golf Assoc. (Oct 16)2:30 New Resident Orientation (Oct 23)3:00 Bible Study w/ Martha Hoke (ARB)3:15 Shell Point Singers7:00 Pinochle7:00 Duplicate Bridge

Tuesday8:15 Women’s Golf League9:15 Stamp Project10:15 Low Vision Enrichment (Oct. 10)12:45 Duplicate Bridge

Tuesday (cont.)1:00 Mixed Progressive Pairs Bridge1:15 Recorders 3:45 Library Book Talk (Oct 24)6:45 Hymn Sing (Oct 3)

Wednesday7:45 Men’s Bible Study9:00-12:00 Geraci Travel Office Open9:15 Watercolor Group9:45 Ladies’ Bible Study10:15 Fishing Club (Oct 25)11:00 Computer Q & A (Oct 4, 18) (WDL)11:15 Computer Q & A (Oct 11, 25) (IS)1:00 Chess1:15 Table Tennis2:15 Huggie Hearts2:30 Jazz ‘n Stuff3:00 Bible Study with Martha Hoke (KC)3:30 Beginner’s Spanish5:45 Village Church Choir Rehearsal7:15 Bible Study & Prayer

Thursday8:00 Men’s Golf League 8:45 Ceramics 9:30 Current Events Group10:00 Bocce Ball10:15 Online Investors (Oct 19)1:15 Mac User Club (Oct 5)

Thursday (cont.)1:45 The Shield Caregivers Support Group2:00 Environmental Group (Oct 26)2:15 Handwork (Oct 5, 19)2:15 Computer Club (Oct 19)2:15 Photo Club3:30 Intermediate Spanish7:00 Trailblazers Bible Study

Friday9:15 Stamp Project10:15 Genealogy (Oct 13) 10:15 Inquiring Minds11:15 Fit & Healthy1:00 Mixed Progressive Pairs Bridge1:15 Quilters1:15 Table Tennis (Oct. 20 after 4:30)1:30 Vespers (ARB)2:15 SP Artists (Oct 20)2:45 Vespers (KC)3:15 Great Decisions (Oct 6, 20)6:45 Game Night

Saturday8:00 Adopt-a-Road (Oct. 21)9:00 Coffee Social9:45 Bridge – Supervised Play 9:30 Info Technology Forum (Oct 7)1:00 Chess7:00 Duplicate Bridge

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

It’s known as “Munich in Cape Coral” — ahuge celebration of German culture awaitsyou at this fun-filled festival. Food optionsinclude outdoor vendors and sit-downservice inside the air-conditioned hall, pluscontinuous music and crafts for sale!

Art Open HouseFriday, October 27 — 3:00 p.m.Art Studio (IS)The Pottery Studio, the Art Studio, and theStained Glass Workshop will join togetherin hosting an open house for all residents.The gallery display in the Art Studio willfeature artists’ favorite paintings; the “PotShop” will show new works; and the StainedGlass Workshop group will display glass-craft-ed items of interest. Refreshments will beserved and all residents are welcome to attend.

Daylight Saving TimeSunday, October 29Turn your clocks back one hour.

Fishing on the Great GetawayTuesday, October 317:45 a.m. Court pickup4:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $50.00 (includes rod, reel, bait,tackle, license / food on your own) Both beginning and experienced anglerswill enjoy a great time on the water, catch-ing grouper, snapper, mackerel, and cobia.This 90-foot fishing boat will keep youcomfortable with an enclosed air-condi-tioned lounge, a full galley serving break-fast, lunch and beverages, and restrooms.Quit wishin’ and go fishin’!

Ladies Marathon BridgeSign-ups in October Only!Attention Bridge lovers —Ladies Marathon Bridgewill start in Novemberand continue until March,2007. For more information,or to join, please call PatWebster (Sand Dollar) at 454-2955, or Mathilde Harper (Junonia) at433-0480.

Coming Up Next Month:

EVENTS • PROGRAMS • PARTIES • MOVIES • OUTINGS • EXCURSIONS

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Save the DateFriday, November 10, 2006

Ship to Shore Annual Friendship Festival

Consider ordering a Shell Point nametagto wear at the event. See the Resort

Services Desks for info.


THE ARBOR*Arbor residents only, please

TUES . .3 . .Leslie Gregory, harpist (2FM) . . . . . . . . .2:15 p.m.

THUR .5 . .Oktoberfest Celebration, featuring German menuand entertainment w/Sounds of Yesteryear (DR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11:30 a.m.

FRI . . . .6 . .Lunch Trip to Rassa’s Steak House w/King’s Crown (1FL) . . . . . . . . . . .10:30 a.m.

TUES .10 . .*Resident Council (CMR) . . . . . . . . . . . .2:15 p.m.

WED . .11 . .Book Review w/ Rev. David Sageser . . . .2:00 p.m.

WED . .11 . .River of Doubt by Carmen Millard

THUR .12 . .Men’s Pizza & Pool w/special guest (2TD) . . . . . . . . . . . .4:00 p.m.

FRI . . .13 . .Lunch Trip to Citron’s (1FL) . . . . . . . . .10:30 a.m.

TUES .17 . .*Resident Food Advisory (CMR) . . . . . .2:00 p.m.

WED . .18 . .*October Birthday Partyw/Ken Knopf, singer . . . . . . . . . . . . .2:00 p.m.

THUR .19 . .Laugh Along with Millie (CMR) . . . . . . .2:15 p.m.

FRI . . .20 . .Golden Road Band (2FM) . . . . . . . . . . . .6:30 p.m.

MON . .23 . .Lunch Trip to Olive Gardenw/King’s Crown (1FL) . . . . . . . . . . .10:30 a.m.

TUES .24 . .Vivian Aiello, violinist (2FM) . . . . . . . . .2:30 p.m.

WED . .25 . .Armchair Travel to the Norwegian Fjords w/Wanda and Betty (CMR) . . . . . . .2:00 p.m.

THUR .26 . .Ladies’ Pizza and Movie Night(1CK) (1SR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4:00 p.m.

FRI . . .27 . .Music Masters Duo (2FM) . . . . . . . . . . . .2:15 p.m.

MON . .30 . .Musical Moments w/Dot and BethFeaturing the songs of Andy Williams (2FM) . . . . .6:30 p.m

TUES .31 . .Lunch Trip to Mystery Restaurant (1FL) . . . . . . .10:30 a.m.

TUES .31 . .Halloween Partyw/Magic by Tricks ‘N Treats (CMR)3:00 p.m.

KING’S CROWN*King’s Crown residents only, please

LARSEN PAVILIONMON . . .2 . . .Carol Driscoll, keyboards (2DR) . . . .10:00 a.m.

MON . . .2 . . .Music Trio (3A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10:00 a.m.

THUR . .5 . . .Resident Council Meeting (3A) . . . . .10:00 a.m.

WED . . .11 . .Tommy Barr, guitar/vocals (2DR) . . .10:00 a.m.

MON . . .16 . .Music Trio (3A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10:00 a.m.

THUR . .19 . .Fall Fest (Patio) . . . . . . . . .1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

WED . . .25 . .Fiddlin Bill, fiddle/vocals (2DR) . . . . .2:15 p.m.

THUR . .26 . .Tom Cannon, piano/vocals (3A) . . . . .1:45 p.m

TUES . . .31 . .Halloween Social (2A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .TBA

MON . . .2 . . .Movie: Anything Goes (MP) . . . . . . . . .2:00 p.m.

FRI . . . . .6 . . .Lunch Trip to Rassa Steaks & Seafoodw/ the Arbor (L) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10:15 a.m.

FRI . . . . .6 . . .Current Events w/Dr. Dodd (3NP) . .10:30 a.m.

MON . . .9 . . .*Celebrate the Cookie (A) . . . . . . . . . .2:00 p.m.

TUES .10 . . .Lunch Trip to Lighthouse Restaurant (L) . . . . . . . .10:45 a.m.

WED . .11 . . .Leslie Gregory, harpist (A) . . . . . . . . . .1:00 p.m.

WED . .11 . . .*October Birthday Party (A) . . . . . . . .2:00 p.m.

THUR .12 . . .Tune Toppers, jazz trio (A) . . . . . . . . . .2:00 p.m.

MON . .16 . . .*Resident Council Meeting (A) . . . . . .2:00 p.m.

TUES .12 . . .Golden Road Quartet (A) . . . . . . . . . . .7:00 p.m.

TUES .17 . . .*Food Advisory Meeting (DR) . . . . . . .2:30 p.m.

WED . .18 . . .Tom Cannon, singer (A) . . . . . . . . . . . .2:00 p.m.

FRI . . .20 . . .Current Events w/Dr. Dodd (3NP) . .10:30 a.m.

SAT . . .21 . . .Tommy Barr, guitarist (A) . . . . . . . . . . .2:00 p.m.

FRI . . .23 . . .Lunch Trip to the Olive Garden w/ the Arbor (L) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10:15 a.m.

FRI . . .23 . . .*Dessert Tasting (A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2:00 p.m.

WED . .25 . . .*Wal-Mart Shopping Trip (L) . . . . . . . .9:00 a.m.

WED . .25 . . .Fiddlin’ Bill, singer (A) . . . . . . . . . . . . .1:00 p.m.

THURS 26 . . .Tune Toppers, jazz trio (A) . . . . . . . . . .2:00 p.m.

MON . .30 . . .*Fun Fall Fest (MP) . . . . . . . . . .1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

TUES . .31 . . .Kids from Brightest Horizons (DR) . .11:00 a.m.

OCTOBEREVENTS


Most people take eating their dailymeals for granted, but for some the task ofeating is difficult to accomplish withouthelp. According to Sherry Brown, directorof long term care, the greatest need in theLarsen Pavilion is for dining companions

for lunch and dinner, seven days a week onthe second and third floor.

“This is, by far, the greatest service pro-vided by members of the Larsen PavilionAuxiliary,” said Sherry. “These men andwomen assist our residents with dining.Their assistance is vital and quite frankly,

we rely on their help. It is important thatwe have these dining companions toassure the quality of life for residents inthe Larsen Pavilion.”

“Dining companions can serve anyday of the week,” said Bobbi Brown, presi-dent of the Auxiliary. “Due to the highlevel of need, we are seeking additional vol-unteers for this activity. The good thingabout this important task is that it doesn’t

require a huge commitment of time. If theyprefer, residents can volunteer just once aweek, and yet it still makes a huge differ-ence.”

To encourage more people to sign up asdining companions, the Larsen PavilionAuxiliary is holding a meeting on Monday,October 23, at 1:15 p.m. in the first floorChapel/Meeting Room to explain the pro-gram and answer any questions. If you areinterested in giving assistance for lunch ordinner on a regular basis — even if it is justonce or twice a month — please plan toattend the Dining Information Meeting.Call Barbara Maruchi, the AuxiliaryDining Committee Chairman, at 433-9488, for more information

Dining Companions NeededGreatest Need in Larsen Pavilion Is also the Easiest to Provide

Auxiliary DiningChairman Barbara

Maruchi volunteers inthe Larsen Pavilion asa dining companion.

Who could ever forget The GoldenGirls? The delightful sitcom thatfeatured three senior women and one evenmore senior “mom” who found themselvesalone and sought the support and comfort ofcommunal living under one roof. We resi-dents at Shell Point are a group of seniorswho have sought the comfort and security ofliving our lives within one community. At

the center of our community is the LarsenPavilion, a home to those who need care;these are our friends and our neighbors.

In 1991 the community recognized aneed and founded the Auxiliary, an organiza-tion of resident volunteers, dedicated to“enhancing the lives of the Pavilion resi-dents.” Now, 220 volunteers work tirelesslyto provide hands to help, arms to hug, eyes to

read, ears to listen, and hearts to understand.The Bakeless Bake Sale, which is an

annual event held each year in October, isan opportunity for all Shell Point residentsto remember those who live in the LarsenPavilion by financially supporting the ongo-ing work of the Auxiliary. Please look intoyour hearts and share as generously as youcan. Thank you for caring and sharing.

Annual Bakeless Bake Sale Raises Funds for Larsen Pavilion AuxiliaryB Y B O B B I B R O W N , A U X I L I A R Y P R E S I D E N T

Pavilion Dining Room Renovation Possible Thanks to Donation From Col. Warren Schilling

(left:) Peter Dys, president, and Steve Minniear,vice president, with Col. Schilling and his nephewand wife, Walter and Kathy Schilling, who attend-ed the patriotic luncheon.

Jeff Cory and Col.Warren Schilling withthe celebration cakebefore the start of a

special luncheon heldin his honor.

News from The Larsen Pavilion

Don MacDonald(Cameo) presentedthe flag as the cele-bration began.


Evelyn Davis was there at the firstAuxiliary monthly board meeting,attended by Teri Kollath, the currentAdministrative Liaison. As she wasintroduced to Teri, several board mem-bers shared with pride how the Auxiliarywas formed under Evelyn’s guidance.Victoria told about the early days of cre-ating one of the very few volunteergroups anywhere to serve in a continuingcare community’s skilled nursing facility.

Martha trained Teri in the ways of

work that ensured that so much caringis accomplished for so many. Pat helpedher guide and encourage the group inthe necessary accountabilities of a groupthat serves with our most vulnerableresidents in a community that wasgrowing to two campuses. Bobbi hasworked to create an operating budgetand a financial committee.

The volunteers have added severalcommittees, hold a quarterly chairmen’smeeting, revised the by-laws, and

changed the scholarship committee toa tuition reimbursement program formedical staff.

Surely each of these women couldhave led a small third world country.How very blessed Shell Point is thatthey have chosen to share their talentwith this community. “How blessed Iam to have been able to work with themand learn from them and serve them, asthey serve others,” said Teri. “And howproud I am to introduce them to you!”

Saluting 15 Years of LeadershipThe five women who have led the Larsen Pavilion Auxiliary during its 15-year history

EVELYN DAVIS1991 – 1995

BOBBI BROWN2005 – current

PAT STRAUP2003 – 2005

MARTHA RYCKMAN1999 – 2003

VICTORIA SIRLOUIS1995 – 1999

Let Me Introduce You B Y T E R I K O L L A T H , M A N A G E R O F R E S O R T S E R V I C E S

Having served as the AdministrativeLiaison to the Larsen Pavilion Auxiliaryfor the past six years, I have been continu-ally amazed by what this group of volun-teers accomplishes on all four floors, sevendays a week in the Pavilion.

It is my privilege to introduceyou to the 17 committees of the

Larsen Pavilion Auxiliary

Have you spent any time in the LarsenPavilion? If you have, you may havenoticed the 200-plus women and men inblue jackets. Perhaps they brought a cart toyour room so you could borrow a book,select a beverage, or buy some sundry itemthat caught your eye. Perhaps they helpedyou select your menu choices for the weekor brought the mail. Maybe they brought awheelchair and gave you a ride to Vespers,the Hymn Sing, or a Sittercize class.

Did you know that all the wheelchairsare purchased and maintained by theAuxiliary with fundsfrom the BakelessBake Sale? Volunteersmay have taught youto paint with water-colors, presented arose for your birthday,or played the piano for a sing-along.Perhaps they paid you a friendly visit orassisted you at mealtime. If you had just

arrived on the first floor, a greeter may haveasked you some survey questions, or comein to show you how to work the call light orTV. On the first floor, the TV with indi-vidual pillow speakers that residents watchwere purchased by the Larsen PavilionAuxiliary, with funds raised in their annualBakeless Bake Sale.

Yes, these volunteers are too busy serv-ing to spend time baking sweets to raisefunds. So let me ask you for them — won’tyou please support these 200-plus volun-teers in their annual Bakeless Bake Sale?

By supporting them, youhelp ensure that the workof these caring volunteerswill continue with thenecessary financial sup-port needed in yourskilled nursing facility.

When the invitation to contribute arrivesin your mailbox, won’t you give it thought-ful consideration?

• Activities

• Beverage Cart

• Birthday

• Chaplain’s

Ministry

• Clerical • Dining

• Flower Arranging

• Friendly Visitors

• Hospitality

• Library

• Mail • Menu

• Music

• Receptionists

• Resident Relations

• Shopping Cart

• Wheelchair


The Shell Point Singers, under thedirection of Randy Woods, willpresent their fall concert on Tuesday,October 10, at 7:15 p.m. in The VillageChurch Auditorium. The program will fea-ture songs about creatures and creation.

The audience will enjoy the musical mus-ings of Rutter’s “Look at the World,”Clement’s “Flower of Beauty,” andCopeland’s “I Bought Me a Cat.” Nodoubt you will also be humored withStoope’s Latin version of the familiar“Old MacDonald Had a Farm.”

The Singers will also share the stagewith 17-year old organist, CrawfordWiley, from Estero, Florida. Crawford wasa featured performer here at Shell Pointlast spring when the Shell Point ConcertSeries hosted a live recording of the radioshow, “From The Top.”

Also included in the concert will be anew work entitled “A Sweet for MotherGoose,” by composer/arranger George

Akerly. This piece will be performed byorganist Crawford Wiley and narrator PatSpecht (Lakewood). This carefully craftedduo between organ and storyteller presentsfamiliar tales consisting of rhymes in a for-mal plan of contrasting key, tempo, andmood, resulting in an interesting “suite.”

This is sure to be a delightful eveningof song and verse. Only those attendingthe concert may know for certain aboutold Horatius et in villa equum habet.

CREATURES & CREATION HIGHLIGHT SHELL POINT SINGERS FALL CONCERT

Women’s Ministries of The Village Church invites you tojoin them for pastries and coffee at a delightfully decorated FrenchBistro in the Social Center. This unique event isFriday, November 17 at 10:15 a.m., featuringspecial guest speaker Julie Taylor-Shematz,founder and Executive Director of this min-istry. She will present her dynamic story oftransformation and service. Julie grew upwithout a father, and early in life became avictim of abuse. This foundationless childhoodpermitted her to make many wrong decisions,which turned her life into ashes. Even afterearning a college degree, she was trapped in aself-destructive lifestyle, but God, her heavenlyFather, graciously and patiently led her full circle.Because she has experienced the agonies of hitting bot-tom, restoration gave her a passion to reach out to touchthe lives of other women.

Since then her lifelong dream of being a full timehomemaker and artist was realized. After serving as bookkeeper forthe Sanibel Community Church for two years, she and her hus-band, Steve, are committed to assisting and helping others find free-dom and wholeness. She will answer your written questions, butplease submit them to The Village Church, Attention: Women’sMinistries, by Friday, November 10.

Parlez vous francais? Come and enjoy fun and games aroundthe bistro tables, and chatting with friends prior to Julie’s presenta-tion. Seating in the Social Center is limited, so please reserve yourplace by purchasing your ticket early at the church office. The costis $5.00.

BEAUTY FROM ASHESA WOMAN’S STORY OF TRANSFORMATIONSunday, October 1, will be a Sunday

of grand celebration at The VillageChurch. The Village Church was privilegedto purchase a new Steinway Artist SeriesConcert Grand Piano. This fine instrumentbeautifully compliments the other SteinwayConcert Grand Piano and the Allen Organ.As we continue to celebrate God’s goodness,during our 10:45 a.m. Worship Service onSunday, October 1, we will feature this newinstrument with special music. Guest pianistDick Torrans from Nashville, TN, will share

in the ministry of song.The colors of truth and

beauty will be heard, as musi-cians share printed texts andnotated melodies during the6:15 p.m. Evening PraiseService at The Village Church.Join in and let the aural colorsof truth and beauty stir your heart through the words of scrip-ture, the inspirational words of the classic writers, and themusic of ebony and ivory. Poetry, scripture, hymn texts, andinspirational verses will be interwoven with piano solos, duets,and duos, to provide a tapestry of speech and music.

Erwin Rudolph (Arbor), who has spent a lifetime studying,teaching and writing fine literature, will recite poetry andprose. Sacred and gospel piano and organ music will be present-ed by Grayce Gore (Periwinkle), Bud Kent (Macoma), MarthaMcMeans (Lakewood), Ruth Rodgers (Palm Acres), CharlotteStaller, (Cameo), along with Randy & Karen Woods.

Join us for a very special musically grand celebration!

A Grand Celebration

PianistDick Torrans to

play duringSunday serviceon October 1

Shell Point Singers during rehearsal

17-year old organistCrawford Wiley

Pat Specht(Lakewood)


WORSHIP, DISCIPLESHIP, FELLOWSHIPvillagechurch

Plan to attend an exciting presenta-tion, sponsored by Women’s Ministriesof The Village Church, on Wednesday,October 11, at 10:15 a.m. This programwill introduce you to Jamal Hashweh, sonof an Alliance pastor, who has lived inJordan all his life. He is a graduate of theUniversity of Jordan with a degree inaccounting. He and Suzan, his wife oftwenty years, are blessed with three chil-

dren: Fadi, Philip, and Jane.Hashweh serves the

local church in preaching,teaching conferences, andsharing his gift of music, andpossesses an outstandingrecord of participating innational and international

enterprises. His outside interests beganwith Inter-Varsity Fellowship while a stu-dent at the university, and he later workedwith Operation Mobilization, serving inLatin America and other mid-easterncountries. Recognizing the need forJordanians to hear God’s Word in the

Bible, he worked with the United and ArabWorld/Middle East Bible Societies formany years.

With a heart for people, Hashweh co-founded a sports ministry in Amman, Jordan,

to reach men and boys through music, testi-mony, and sports, as well as an evangelicalrelief committee there. Over the past tenyears the committee has established refugeecamps, providing two meals a day to morethan 500 people, and has given needed med-ical assistance to those in the camps. In addi-tion, he is actively associated with the localRed Cross to assist and coordinate otherrelief programs. Each summer he is involvedwith Christian Camp ministries, whichreaches nearly a thousand children.

After assessing needs in Iraq, the localJordanian church has refurbished 21schools in Kirkuk and 23 kindergartens inBaghdad, as well as distributing 18 contain-ers of food and medicines to the area.Hashweh currently directs Global HopeNetwork International, which offershumanitarian assistance in over twentycountries. We are honored to host JamalHashweh, whose visit will bring anunprecedented and timely opportunity tolearn first-hand the Middle-East perspec-tive from a Christian view point.

Women’s Ministries Hosts Special Guest Speaker in October

Jamal A. Hashweh, from Amman, Jordan,

presents Current Happenings

in Jordan andthe Middle East

WORLD FOCUS WEEKENDB Y J A N E T H O W A R D , M I N I S T E R O F F E L L O W S H I P

The Village Church is hosting a specialWorld Focus weekend on October13-15. Great music and a well-knownspeaker, Dr. David Howard, will be featuredboth in the Friday, October 13 at 7:15 p.m.meeting, as well as at both the Sundaymorning, October 15 and evening worshipservices. Saturday, October 14 at 9:45 a.m.,Gordon Cathey will lead a panel discussionentitled New Approaches to Reaching theWorld in the 21st Century. Refreshmentsand a time for meeting friends will precedethe panel discussion and follow both theFriday and Sunday evening meetings, fea-turing Dr. Howard.

David Howard, who has traveledthroughout the world and experienced mis-sion work in more than 75 countries, is wellequipped to offer inspirational and chal-

lenging presentations that willfocus on what God is doing in theworld. David’s experience, first asa missionary with the LatinAmerica Mission, and then asMissions Director for IntervarsityChristian Fellowship, gave him a broadbackground for his future work. David hasinteracted with church leaders in manycountries of the world when he was basedin Singapore for ten years, as InternationalDirector of the World EvangelicalFellowship (now known as WorldEvangelical Alliance). Drawing from manycultures and varied experiences, David willweave his storytelling skill with the Biblicalfoundations for focusing energies on thewhole world.

During this weekend, the church audi-

torium will feature festive decora-tions and a large display area thathas been organized by Shell Pointresidents who have worked incountries in South America,Africa, Europe, and Asia. As peo-

ple talk to residents and friends who haveinvested years living and working overseas,names of sending agencies such as OMS,SIM, OM, MAF, LAM. CAMA, Wycliffe,and Literacy and Evangelism International,will take on new meaning. Display tablesfrom other local outreaches with which resi-dents are still involved include “Champions”Prison Ministries, Cook CommunicationMinistries, ECHO, Fairhaven Ministriesand SPRC Stamp Ministries. Please join usin celebrating this World Focus Weekendin The Village Church.

Dr. David Howardand Janet Howard

Animals sometimes show up in thestrangest places. In Shell Point’sProject Development office, for example,you’ll occasionally hear the squawk of acockatiel or two, belonging to BobSouthern, Shell Point’s director of projectdevelopment, and unofficial bird expert.

“I really tuned in to birds when I wasabout nine years old,” said Bob. “Therewere large woods behind our house inMaryland and we set up a bird feeder in thebackyard. I spent a lot of time in thosewoods growing up, looking at the cardinalsand bluejays. I’ve loved birds ever since,and have had feeders to attract birds to myyard since I’ve had a home of my own.”

Many of the specimens Bob enjoys inhis office — such as his cockatiels namedCrumb and Whitey — were rescued fromvarious construction sites Bob has overseen

in his 25 years at Shell Point. “Crumb hasactually been with me in my office since1990,” said Bob. “He showed up on thebalcony of a Mr. and Mrs. Crumb, wholived in the Midrises on The Island, so Inamed him after Mr. Crumb.”

Cockatiels are a small variety of parrot,tending to live about 25 years. “SometimesI’ll bring them into my office one or two ata time, just to let them out of their cagesand spend some time with them,” said Bob.“They’re good company and good fun tohave around, though they do get noisy onoccasion!”

Bob has utilized his love of birds byoccasionally giving seminars and Academyclasses for residents. “The opportunities forbird watching here at Shell Point are numer-ous,” said Bob. “It’s been great fun not onlyto have my birds here in the office, but also

to see the bald eagles, the roseate spoonbills,and all the other rare birds that visit ourproperty on a day-to-day basis.”

The cloudy and drippy-wet remnants ofTropical Storm Ernesto didn’t stop the funat the Dog Days of Summer party held recentlyat the Woodlands, where dogs and their ownerscompeted for prizes in three categories. Firstprize winners took home a basket of dog goodiesand everyone else enjoyed the doggy and peopletreats that were provided at the party.

Honorable mention in two categories (Talent and Look-Alike) wentto Delilah, an 11-year old Maltese, who came dressed as herself – adiva wearing bling-bling. Delilah belongs to Rae Burrows (Lucina),who was decked out to match in black and pink, with an adorablemop-do.

The “most talented,” winner wasJasper, Harold and Sylvia Seer’s(Parkwood) 13-year old CairnTerrier, who was applauded forsitting and shaking on command.

Judges awarded first prize for best costume toPrince, an 8-year-old Basenji, who indeed lookedlike royalty in his red velveteen cape and crown.Prince’s owner, Joe Reynolds (Parkwood), admittedto fashioning the costume himself.

Taking first place in the look-alikecontest, an 8-year old whiteMiniature Poodle named Sassafrassbelonging to Virginia Hittzeman(Parkwood).

DOG DAY DELIGHT

First place winners Virginia Hittzemanand Sassy, Sylvia Seers and Jasper,and Joe Reynolds and Prince

Bird Man of Shell Point

Bob Southern, director of project develop-ment, enjoys the company his cockatiels,Crumb and Whitey, which live in his office.

Shell Point Life October 2006

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