Shell Point Life September 2010

September 2010Vol. 5 Issue 9

2 Shell Point Life | September 2010

Shell Point Life is published monthly for the residents of Shell Point Retirement Community.

Editor Lynn SchneiderAssistant Editor Rochelle Cherniawski

Art Director Rich CerrinaDesign and Layout Wendy Iverson

ContributorsGene McGonigle, Teri Kollath,

Robyn Church, Mary Franklin, Bev Chandley,Rachael Dula, Inga Bredahl, Linda Hicks,

Tom Frackenpohl, Randy Woods, Bev Patten, Jessica Clark, Melody Desilets, Peggy Holton,Deanna Schmidli, Susan Uhleman, Sarah Nadal

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During a recent meeting, aswe discussed the topic of golf,a clever individual piped up to sharethe following knowledge, “Did youknow that golf stands for GentlemenOnly; Ladies Forbidden?” Might Iadd that the clever individual men-tioned above was a woman! I tried to hide mysmirk as chuckles arose a little too boisterouslyfrom the “gentlemen” in the room. I had heardthat claim before. But could it be true?

Fortunately, I’m pleased to report that alittle bit of internet research on snopes.comquickly revealed that the claim is FALSE!Not that it would really matter. You may havenoticed that women are a force to be reck-oned with when it comes to golf. In fact,there is a group of women from Shell Pointand the surrounding community that gettogether and play each Tuesday morning atShell Point Golf Club as members of theWomen’s Golf Association. Learn moreabout their group, as well as the Men’s GolfAssociation, on page 6.

On page 7 you’ll meet Shell Point GolfClub’s new PGA certified head golf profes-sional Michael Raber. After getting his ownset of custom clubs at the ripe age of four,

Michael took to the course andnever turned back. He’ll remindyou that the great game of golf ismeant to be fun.

In addition to introducing anew Shell Point employee, we arepleased to announce two exciting

employee recognitions. First, President PeterDys is celebrating 25 years of service to ShellPoint! Read about his history and thetremendous impact he has made on the com-munity on page 16. Also, laundry supervisorJoseph Julmeus received the 2010 Employeeof the Year award from the FloridaAssociation of Homes and Services for theAging (FAHSA). Details of his 20-yearcareer with Shell Point, his commitment tosupporting the Haitian community, and hisdistinguished award are on page 10.

It’s hard to believe that summer isdrawing to a close. Kids have gone back toschool, snowbirds are returning to their nests,and the months ahead are filled with excit-ing programs, concerts, speakers, and activi-ties. As we gear up for the busy season, let usall remember that we can always escape fromthe businesses of the world around us byretreating to the golf course!

Fore!By Rochelle Cherniawski, Assistant Editor

Shout joyfully

to God,

all the earth.

Say to God,

‘How awesome

are thy works!’

PSALM 66:1,3

On The Cove r

Lou Ann Ehlers (Sales) and Ed McCoy (Landscaping) enjoy the camaraderie of golfing with their fellow employees at Shell Point Golf Club.

Shout joyfully

to God,

all the earth.

Say to God,

‘How awesome

are thy works!’

PSALM 66:1,3

B Y R O C H E L L E C H E R N I A W S K I

Perfect to a

TeePerfect to a

TeeINSIDE:• Meet the new Golf Pro• Membership Information• Beautifully Brutal Hole #13• Legacy Golf Tournament

In Southwest Florida,Golf is a year-round passionthat delights the senses.At Shell Point Golf Club, each day

provides a new opportunity to

enjoy the smell of the grass, hear

the crack of the ball, and witness

the beautiful sight of a perfect putt

falling flawlessly into the cup.


Shell Point Golf Club is nestledamong 70 acres of lush land-scape that serves as the home

for an abundance of Florida wildlife. TheGordon Lewis-designed 18-hole champi-onship course has been open to the publicsince 2000. Positioned on the doorstep ofSanibel Island and Fort Myers beach, thecourse features challenging fairways, wind-ing water hazards, and five tees at everyhole. Every golfer, from the newest begin-ners to the biggest hitters, finds numerouschallenges and rewards with each new hole.More than just a championship course, theShell Point Golf Club provides an all-around golf experience.

Every aspect of the course is treatedwith the utmost care. Even the drivingrange and practice green are maintainedwith the same degree of professionalism thatis applied to the golf course. The practicerange is all grass with designated hitting

areas changed frequently to ensure the bestgrass conditions for all golfers.

Even the golf carts are state of the art.Each cart is equipped with Uplink GPSmonitors that provide the statistics abouteach hole, the distance to the pin, the loca-tion of other golfers, and the pace of play.

MembershipMemberships allow frequent golfers to

take advantage of special rates, tourna-ments, events, and otheramenities. Annual mem-bers receive special dis-counts at the Pro Shop,free bag storage, reciprocalgolf opportunities, unlim-ited balls at the range,advanced tee times, andmuch more.

Membership is open toShell Point residents, aswell as the general public. For Shell Pointresidents, the Golf Club offers both annual

and eight-month memberships for individ-uals or couples. For the general public,annual or eight-month memberships areavailable for single individuals, couples, andstudents.

However, guests are always welcome tovisit the course. Shell Point Golf Clubeven partners with local hotels to bringgolfers fantastic values for stay and playgolf packages.

Schedule a Tee TimeWhile there are many

benefits of golfing at ShellPoint, one of the best is thatShell Point Golf Club offersthe most competitive rates ofany comparable course in thearea. Schedule a tee timetoday to take advantage ofthe excellent rates. Tee timescan be reserved by calling

433-9790 or they can be made online atwww.shellpointgolf.com.

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“Every day is a great day forgolf at Shell Point Golf Club.”

- M I C H A E L M O N G O V E N , D I R E C T O R O F G O L F

“Every day is a great day forgolf at Shell Point Golf Club.”

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Pro ShopShell Point Golf Club offers the best

equipment and apparel to complement yourgame. Shop for brands likeTitleist, Nike, and Ping.Everyone is welcome tovisit the fully-stocked ProShop to get the goods thatwill make an impact on thecourse. All Shell Point GolfClub members receive a dis-count on all regular-pricedsoft goods sold at the ProShop. Members can alsocharge items to their per-sonal accounts.

Mulligan’s Snack ShopMulligan’s Snack Shop, located in the

Pro Shop, is the perfectspot to grab a quick bitebefore hitting the courseor to stop in and relax

after a long game. From coffee and softdrinks to crackers and hot dogs, Mulligan’shas many options to suit snack cravings.

Lunch at The Palm GrillBy the end of an invigorating

round of golf, it’s important torefuel. The Palm Grill, locatedin The Woodlands Commons,offers a lunch menu that is sure

to satisfy every appetite. Choose from deli-cious appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches,or make your own omelet. The Palm Grill isopen for lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.Tuesday through Saturday. Call 454-2059for more information.

Relax at the Salon & SpaDon’t forget to treat your aching mus-

cles to a relaxing massage. After a long dayon the course, a golfer’s body can feel

stressed and fatigued. The Shell PointSalon & Spa has designed a massage

with golfers in mind. Call 489-8400 to make an appointment.

Continued next page

In 2008 the 13th hole of the Shell Point Golf Clubwas dubbed one of the Most Beautifully Brutal Par5 Golf Holes in the Southeast Coastal UnitedStates. The hole was among 16 par 5 regional final-ists in the John Deere Credit competition for theMost Beautifully Brutal Golf Holes in North America.

The 577-yard hole was chosen from Par 5entries throughout the U.S. and Canada by apanel of judges that included Jeff Babineau, edi-tor of Golfweek; Pat Roberts, publisher ofGolfdom; Joe Passov, architecture editor for Golfmagazine; and Gary Van Sickle, golf editor forSports Illustrated.

Passov described the Shell Point hole as a“relentlessly solid par 5 with honest shot values andplenty of eye candy.” Its cross-fairway canal, nar-row fairway, series of bunkers, and a lake forceprecise shots from tee to green.

“This golf hole offers an outstanding exampleof the dedication golf course owners, architects,and superintendents have in creating truly mem-orable playing experiences. We created this con-test to commend them for their achievements,”said Steve Knutson, director of golf and turf leasingfor John Deere Credit.

“It was great to be recognized by John DeereCredit for our beautifully brutal hole number 13,”said Michael Mongoven, director of golf. “Wehave other beautiful holes and depending whereyou tee the ball, the entire course can be brutal.”

Beautifully BRUTAL

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Golf Course MaintenanceMaintaining the golf course is no small

task. A crew of 10 full-time employees con-trols more than 140 acres of property,including the course and its surroundingareas, such as roadways, lakes, and undevel-oped property. Mark Jacobs, golf coursesuperintendent, said, “Maintaining such alarge property with a small staff is definitelya challenge. We really have to scrutinize ourpriorities. We have been working moreclosely with Steve Mortonand the landscape team,being creative by combin-ing staff to help each other.”

One of the many chal-lenges of maintaining thegolf course is the quality ofthe irrigation water. “Thereis a high amount of salt inthe water, and it’s really tough on theBermuda grass,” explained Mark. We haverecently constructed a new practice puttinggreen and are in the process of growing newgrass in it. We planted a variety of Paspalumgrass. It’s a more salt tolerant grass andcould serve as an excellent alternative as welook to the future.”

The crew is also responsible for allmowing, fertilizing, pest management,weed control, aerification, irrigation, andmore. “There is always a new challenge,”said Mark. “Yet, we constantly strive tomaintain awareness of the importance ofpreserving and protecting the environmentin all that we do.”

Audubon CertificationAudubon International certification as

an Audubon Cooperative Sanctuarydemonstrates a commitment to high stan-dards of environmental management. TheShell Point Golf Club is certified in twoareas of the Audubon CooperativeSanctuary Program: environmental plan-ning and water conservation. According toMark, “Receiving certifications throughAudubon International demonstrates thatwe are committed to caring for the environ-ment and preserving the natural settings ofthe golf course.”

The golf maintenance staff continues towork toward achieving additional certifica-tions through Audubon International. Inaddition to the environmental planning andwater conservation certifications, they arestill working on certifications in wildlife andhabitat management, chemical use reduc-

tion and safety, waterquality management,and outreach andeducation.

“Getting theoverall designationwill be a greatachievement for thegolf club, Shell Point

as a whole, and the staff that works so hardto maintain the course,” said Mark.

Men’s Golf AssociationThe Shell point Men’s Golf Association

was formed to create camaraderie amongthe members of The Shell Point Golf Club.The players meet every Thursday morning

at 8 a.m. to play games of nine or 18 holes.And each week brings a new tournament.

The men also meet for lunch at thePalm Grill once a month. “We all enjoy get-ting together for time to relax and havesome conversations off the course,” said PaulWilliamson (Eagles Preserve).

Woody Briggs (Parkwood) has beenplaying with the Men’s Golf Association forfive years. In fact, he represents the nine-hole golfers. “Any input they give me aboutany issues representing golf, good or bad, Ishare at our meetings.” Aside from beingthe voice of the nine-hole players, Woodyis in it for the pure fun of it. “I play becauseI enjoy it. I enjoy the competition and thepeople. It’s just a good time. I like the socialaspect, as well as the challenges.”

Players of all skill levels are welcome tojoin the Men’s Golf Association. The fee isjust $30 a year for members of the ShellPoint Golf Club.

Women’s Golf AssociationEvery Tuesday morning at 8 a.m., mem-

bers of the Women’s Golf Association tee upfor games of nine or 18 holes at Shell PointGolf Club. The women come from ShellPoint, Sanibel Island, and the surroundingcommunity to enjoy the camaraderie thatabounds on the course.

“One of the biggest benefits of our groupis the opportunity to meet new people.” saidBarbara Miller (Eagles Preserve), president ofthe Women’s Golf Association. “We get toknow people that we might not have other-



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THERE’S A NEW PRO IN TOWN

Meet Mike Raber, Golf ProShell Point Golf Club recently wel-comed PGA certified golf professionalMichael Raber as the club’s new head golfprofessional. “We are very excited to haveMichael join our team at the Shell PointGolf Club,” saidMichael Mongoven,director of golf.“Michael brings 16years of experience tohis position at ShellPoint. He has been aPGA member profes-sional since 2002, andhe gained certifiedPGA status in 2005.”

While his profes-sional experiencespans 16 years, hislove of the gameextends much further.Michael picked up hisfirst club when he wasjust four years old.“My father worked atWilson’s SportingGoods and they mademe a custom set ofclubs. My dad started taking me out everySunday and I would just hit the ball as hardas I could.”

The early practice paid off, as Michael’sskill continued to improve throughout theyears. In fact, he qualified for the varsity golfleague at Dryden High School, in Dryden,New York, as a seventh grader. “I was a sixyear letterman for the varsity golf league atmy high school.”

When it came to making a career of thesport, the decision came easily. “I enjoy golf,so that was the key ingredient in my deci-sion to become a pro. I love interacting withpeople and enjoy hearing golf stories. It wassomething I wanted to do versus somethingI had to do to make a paycheck.”

Michael graduated from BrockportState University in 1994 with a degree infinance. He began his golf course career atthe Skaneateles Country Club in 1996 as anassistant. In 2000 he worked as the assistantgolf professional for Gulf Harbour Golf and

Country Club, and briefly moved toMassachusetts in 2003 to work at TownsendRidge Country Club and Butter Brook GolfClub. Prior to becoming the head golf pro-fessional at Shell Point, Michael worked at

the CopperheadGolf Club and TheCountry Club ofNaples.

LessonsMichael is cur-

rently acceptingappointments forpersonal lessons.As he explains, agolf swing requiresregular mainte-nance. “The golfswing is very com-plex. It needs to bec o n s t a n t l ychecked andupdated. One ofthe biggest mis-takes I see is whenpeople continue topractice what they

are doing wrong. It is really more harmful topractice an incorrect swing. It is just enforc-ing a bad habit. If you notice that somethingis off, be sure to get itfixed right away.”

Perhaps the bestadvice that Michaelhas to offer is the sim-ple fact of remember-ing that golf is a game.“Golf is meant to beenjoyable. If it gets to apoint where it’s notenjoyable, come see meand we’ll get you back on track.”

In addition to personal lessons, grouplessons and playing lessons are also avail-able with prices depending on the numberof players and the time involved.

Golf SchoolThe Shell Point Golf Club offers a golf

school program to help students improve

their swing and lower their scores. Thetwo- or three-day classes can be customizedto fit the schedule, needs, and skills of eachgolfer.

“Golfers who want to spend one-on-one time with a pro to improve their gamewill appreciate the flexibility this schooloffers,” said Michael. “The program’s flexi-ble schedule allows the student to decidehow much time they want to commit andwhere they need the most assistance.Classes are kept very small to ensure con-centrated attention on the areas where thestudents want to improve their game.”

The school fees include lunch, bag stor-age, a student reference handbook with golfetiquette and rules, nine-holes of afternoonon-course instruction, a minimum of fivehours of instruction, green and cart fees,and unlimited use of the golf range onschool days.

Additionally, classes will never havemore than four students at a time so thateach participant gets the appropriateamount of personalized attention to theirgame. All classes are taught by highlyskilled instructors who know how to teachand play the game of golf.

“Each golfer is an individual, with dif-ferent characteristics. We recognize that,and will accommodate our teaching to each

person,” said Michael Mongoven. “Ourgoal is to apply basic fundamentals andprinciples to each player’s particular needsand ability level.”

To learn more about the lessons andclinics presented by Shell Point Golf Club’snew PGA head golf professional, MichaelRaber, contact 433-9790.

Michael Raber, Shell Point Golf Pro

Golf lessons with Michael are available to help you improve your swing.


wise had the chance to meet, like our ladiesfrom Sanibel Island. That even goes for thedifferent communities within Shell Point.Ladies from The Island, The Woodlands, andEagle’s Preserve are meeting and getting toknow one another, and we are having such agreat time together. It greatly enhances ourfriendships. It is so much more fun to go to afunction at the church and immediately rec-ognize faces and know names. It’s just a won-derful thing.”

The ladies meet once a month for aluncheon at the Palm Grill. They also host amember/guest tournament once a year. And

this year they are going to play in a mixertournament with the Men’s Golf Association.“The Men’s group has more players than theWomen’s group. So it’s fun to mix it up everyonce in a while!” said Barbara.

Players of all skill levels are welcome tojoin the Women’s Golf Association. The feeis just $30 a year for members of the ShellPoint Golf Club.

Employees Enjoy the CourseEven Shell Point employ-

ees have been getting in onthe fun at the Golf Club.Playing golf offers staff mem-bers the opportunity to getout and enjoy companionshipand camaraderie withcoworkers. The league, whichis not sponsored by ShellPoint, is organized by safetyspecialist Bob Hutchison.“Players of all skill levels areenjoying the fun of playing atthe Shell Point Golf Club,”said Bob. “Some people have

even invited friends and spouses to join theleague. We have been having a great time.”

Volunteer OpportunitiesEven residents who don’t play golf can

get out and enjoy the course. Volunteer GolfAttendants work with the staff at the GolfShop by addressing and tending to any spe-cial news of the day and by observing activ-ity on the course.

There are also residents who volunteer-ing their time to helpincrease the Audubon cer-tification. Recently, BillSaunders (Turban) and Dr.Iver Brook (Lucina) com-pleted counts and charts ofvarious species of birds spot-ted on the course.

Anyone who is inter-ested in volunteering atthe Shell Point Golf Clubcan contact Teri Kollath,manager of volunteer serv-ices and The Academy, at454-2254.

Each year the Legacy Foundation at Shell Pointhosts a golf tournament to benefit variousareas of the community. The 2010 tournament,which will be held on Friday, November 12, willraise money to purchase equipment for the newrehabilitation facility.

“The Shell Point Open has been a longstand-ing tradition in the community to create an oppor-tunity for golfers to enjoy the Shell Point Golf Club while

raising money for a good cause,” said Timothy Stephenson,executive director of the Legacy Foundation. “Weinvite players of all skill levels, from Fort Myersand beyond, to join us for the day for some funand friendly competition.”

The tournament will be played in teams offour as a scramble format. For more informationabout the tournament, or to sign up a team, call

The Legacy Foundation at 466-8484.


2010 Shell Point Open Golf TournamentFundraiser to be Held Friday, November 12


Save the

date!

Barbara Miller and Leslie Loscher

Ed McCoy and Lou Ann Ehlers


Don’t Missthe Fun!

Hometown

U.S.A.Fun and Exciting Events Planned for the

Week of November 8 – 13

Veteran’s DaySalute

Old Fashioned County Fair

Complete This Project Now

Walk-A-Thon

Village ChurchEvent

Drive-inClassic Movie

Ice Cream TruckVisits to all Neighborhoods

ResidentMemorabilia

Display

Legacy GolfTournament

A Shell Point Community Celebration

Vintage Car Show

More information about HometownUSA will be announced in the October

issue of Shell Point Life

More information about HometownUSA will be announced in the October

issue of Shell Point Life


Shell Point was pleased to learnthat Joseph Julmeus, laundrysupervisor, was selected as the

2010 Employee of the Year by the FloridaAssociation of Homes and Services for theAging (FAHSA). Joseph, who has been withShell Point for close to 20 years, received thisprestigious award due to his character andcommitment both for his work at Shell Pointand his service as an advocate to the Haitiancommunity.

“Joseph personifies Shell Point’s core val-ues of caring, serving, and satisfying with hisevery action,” said Karen Anderson, directorof human resources.

Employee Chaplain Don Steenhoekadded, “Joseph is respected, trusted, andadmired as a supervisor who is fair, reliable,and leads by example. His ‘can do’ attitudeand effort is respected and admired by all.”

Joseph shows deliberate focus on balancingcustomer and operational needs with the oper-ating and fiscal realities of the company. Forexample, by observing outside contractors per-forming specialized maintenance on laundryequipment, he learned to safely and effectivelyperform the maintenance himself. He is nowsolely responsible for the laundry equipment

As laundry supervisor, Joseph leads 10 employ-ees in tackling 5,000 pounds of laundry eachweek. His career at Shell Point began in foodservice 20 years ago and he worked his way upthrough the laundry division to take the supervi-sor role 11 years ago.

Shell Point CongratulatesJoseph Julmeus — 2010FAHSA Employee of the Year Leading

by ExampleLeading

by Example

“He is a great, caring, Christianbrother who is a good exampleof a dedicated, hard-working,and faithful staff member here atShell Point.” —Harold Hansen (Oakmont)


preventative maintenance program, therebysaving considerable operating costs yet neversacrificing production or quality of service.

Joseph demonstrates outstanding per-formance by exceeding daily expectations.During both Hurricanes Charlie and Wilma,he supported emergency operations.Additionally, he is always one of the first

responders to emergency situations both dur-ing and after business hours.

“Joseph displays extraordinary dedica-tion to Shell Point residents and his fellowworkers,” said Paul Yacovitch, FacilityOperations Manager. “He is known for hiscaring service. He certainly deserves thisrecognition.”

Another aspect of Joseph’s commit-ment to service is his involvement withthe Haitian community. At work, Josephis a trusted peer who frequently acts as aninterpreter for Haitian employees.

At his church, Joseph helps organizeassistance for less fortunate Haitian fam-ilies. Joseph also takes personal vacationtime to accompany a private medicalassistance team to Haiti to provide freemedical care while assisting with localconstruction projects. In fact, he was inHaiti this past January when the largeearthquake devastated the nation.

Resident Harold Hanson of Oakmonthas worked closely with Joseph on vari-ous projects in Haiti and said, “He is agreat, caring, Christian brother who is agood example of a dedicated, hard-work-ing, and faithful staff member here at

Shell Point. Joseph is definitely deserving ofthe Employee of the Year award!”

Joseph accepted his Employee of theYear award at the FAHSA annual confer-ence in Boca Raton, Florida, on Monday,July 26. "It was a surprise and it made mevery happy," Joseph said. "I thank God forthe past 20 years at Shell Point."

Director of Operations Scott Moore, Joseph and Marie Julmeus, Director of Human Resources KarenAnderson, and Facility Operations Manager Paul Yacovitch attended the Florida Association of Homesand Services for Aging (FAHSA) annual awards ceremony in Boca Raton, Florida.

1. President Peter Dys congratulates Joesphon the receipt of his Employee of the Yearaward. 2. Joseph rides a horse through thestreets of Haiti. 3. Joseph takes pride in hiswork and fulfills Shell Point’s core values ofcaring, serving, and satisfying.

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Throughout his life, Herb Sklar (EaglesPreserve) has worked as an art direc-tor, photographer, and creative director. Hebegan his career by working at advertisingagencies in New York.

While working as a young art directorwith renowned fashion and portrait pho-tographer Richard Avedon, Herb receiveda once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to studyphotography under Russian photographerand designer Alexey Brodovich. Herb’seyes sparkle as he vividly describes his firstencounter with the famed Harpers’ Bazaarart director. “There he sat, an old man witha cigarette. He was so old – at least fifty! Hebegan telling us about an experience that hehad while he was in the hospital recoveringfrom appendicitis. Apparently he had aLeica 35 mm range finder camera with oneroll of film. He would shoot the roll of filmand then reroll it and reshoot over every-thing. I thought he was crazy, but then I gotit – he wasn’t teaching us about film, he wasactually teaching us to see.” That insightwould benefit Herb throughout the rest ofhis career.

Wise MoveEarly in his career, Herb experienced an

unsettling revelation. “When I was in mylate 20s, working at an advertising agency, Ilooked around and realized that thereweren’t any old art directors. So I decidedI’d better come up with a different plan.”

Herb and his friend Paul Lennett startedSklar Lennett Associates Incorporated, anadvertising and sales promotion business.“We did work for companies like Panasonic,Sterling Optical, and a wide range of largeand small clients.”

They successfully ran the business for 25years. And when Paul retired, Herb decidedto start a new company called DigitalProduct Art, doing line drawings for a vari-ety of big name companies like Timex,Budweiser, Texas Instruments, and Clairol.“Anybody who had a product and neededdrawings for their dealers to be able toadvertise was eligible for our services.”

He ran Digital Product Art for aroundfive years before retiring and selling the

company to his employees. A master of his trade, Herb won more

than 50 awards throughout his career. Andwhile he is obviously a talented artist, he isalso a skilled teacher. “I’ve had some greattimes. And now I’m happy to give back inwhatever way I can.”

Herb gives back by leading various artclasses in The Academy at Shell Point andalso at Edison State College.

As Alexey Brodovich taught him to see,Herb now teaches his students to seethroughout each step of the painting process.“I take a different approach to painting,” he

shares. “After the first stroke you make onyour canvas, you are correcting your designwith every stroke you make thereafter.”

He also incorporates music into hisclassroom. “I can’t paint without music! Iusually play classical music. Although if thestudents get drowsy, I jazz it up and shakethem awake a bit.”

He also notes that painting takespatience. “I find that it takes me up totwenty-five hours to complete a painting. Iusually have several going at once so I don’thave to stop completely.”

When asked about what he loves best

Herb Sklar likes to paint at aneasel in his home studio. His spaceis filled with portraits he has done

of his grandchildren and othersubjects which inspire him.

Resident Profile: Herb Sklar

B Y S A R A H N A D A L , M A R K E T I N G A S S I S T A N T

Portrait of anArtist

about teaching, Herb praises his Shell Point stu-dents. “While I am privileged to also teach atEdison College, the college students aren’t near asenthusiastic as the students at Shell Point! I lovebeing part of the Academy.”

Don and Herb: A Portrait of Friendship

Herb enjoys more than teaching in theAcademy, he also relishes the new friendships hehas made with other residents. One such friend-ship has been with resident Don Randall (PalmAcres) who took one of Herb’s classes in 2009.

Don Randall is a lifelong learner. After hisretirement from the army and politics, Don pur-sued art as a serious hobby. His love of paintingled him to take Academy art lessons last fall, wherehe met teacher and now-friend, Herb Sklar. Soonafter starting class, he approached Herb aboutlearning to paint portraits.

The inspiration came to Herb immediately. “Iremembered seeing him in uniform on VeteransDay, and thought that would make a handsome self-portrait.” Herb encouraged Don to attend the nextclass in uniform so he could capture a photographfor Don to use as a guide. A weeklater, the project began to takeshape.

Don recalls that painting hisown portrait was a complicatedprocess, with many steps andstages. “First, I began learningabout the value of looking andobserving,” shares Don. “Herbtaught me to find things I didn’tpreviously see.” Lines andshape, form, color values, tex-ture, and space are all components of artwork thatrequire special attention to detail.

Secondly, theyhad to choose theright medium. Herbsays, “Don used acrylicpaint. Water-basedoils are much slower,and turpentine-basedoils are out of thequestion due to theodor and clean-up.”

Herb wasimpressed with Don’sfinal product. “Forthis to be his first por-trait ever, Don isdoing wonderfully. Ihad to do thirty paint-ings before my work

started to look that good.” Don is quick to returnthe praise. “Herb is an outstanding portraitteacher. I wish I’d known him forty years ago.”

The Value of Lifelong LearningHerb pushes both himself and the students in

his painting classes to discover new subjects, honetheir skill with the brush, and ultimately, to pushthe boundaries of their potential as artists.

Herb’s personal gallery is not limited to hisown work. He also loves collecting. In his sparetime, he finds old American photographic images:daguerreotypes, tintypes, and carte de visites. Hiscollection is rounded out with contemporaryimages, including an original Ansel Adams. Hisart populates his home studio, complete with ahuge Persian rug.

Looking back on his career and achievements,Herb recalls a time when he presented a special artportfolio to one of his teachers for review. Histeacher said his work wasn’t good enough, andreminded him of the value of lifelong learning.“Maybe I’ll stop trying to prove myself after the100th award I win,” Herb chuckles and shakes hishead. “Maybe.”

“I always get a kick out ofseeing this picture,” Herbshares. “It’s Don, paintingDon from a picture of Don.”

PORTRAIT PROJECTHerb’s most recent project isa collection of portraits he ispainting of Shell Point resi-dents and employees. “I hopeto have a show of the collec-tion one day. I think peoplewould be interested to comeand see if they are captured inone of my portraits!” Younever know, Herb may stopyou one day and ask to takeyour photo.

Herb took thisphoto of Don inuniform andpainted his

portrait from it.

Learn from Herb inOne of His Academy Classes

Acrylics and Water-BasedOil Painters’ Studio

Beginners and advanced level painters alikewill enjoy the experience of learning paintingtechniques from Herb. The atmosphere ofthis course is one of learning, stimulation, andpeer support. And Herb promises that theclass is a lot of fun.

Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain

This course will prove that drawing is a skillthat can be learned by anyone with averageeyesight and average eye-hand coordination.Like learning to ride a bike or drive a car,once the basics are learned they are alwayswith you. Learning to draw is an excellentway to improve memory and brain function.

The Eye of the Photographer

Learn the aesthetics of composition andlighting. With his artist’s eye and his exten-sive background in photography, Herb willhelp you take better pictures through inform-ative lectures, helpful examples, and focusedpractice.

For more information on the classes

Herb teaches in the Academy at Shell Point,

refer to your Academy brochure or contact

Teri Kollath at 454-2254.

Cheryl Cooper, Fitness Instructor

Lester Davidson, Resident Photographer

Don Randall, Resident Painter

Teri Kollath, Manager of theAcademy & Volunteer Services


FOR THE LOVE OF LEARNING In keeping with the September Passport

theme of India, Professor Adrian Kerr hasdeveloped a brand new history course for us,The Story of India. Just back from his latesttrip to India, he has woven the sights,sounds, and scents of India into a four-ses-sion program. Journey from prehistoric Indiato its coming of age. Join Professor Kerr eachTuesday in September, beginning September7.

The Academy is delighted to welcomeDoris Wydman (Rosemont) as our newSpanish teacher! Join Doris in the Spanishlevel that is right for you: Everyday SpanishBasics, Everyday Spanish Beyond Basics, orEveryday Spanish – Creative InteractiveConversation. Each level meets everyTuesday afternoon throughout the semester,beginning September 7.

Sanibel author Charles Sobczak willjoin us on Wednesday, September 8, to sharean engaging PowerPoint presentation on hisbook Living Sanibel: A Nature Guide toSanibel and Captiva Islands.

Dr. Helen Johnson(Junonia) returns this fallto teach Poetry in a semes-ter-long open class for allwho are interested inpoetry. Classes will be heldevery Thursday, beginningon September 9.

The Acrylics andWater-Based Oil Painter’sStudio and Lecture will beheld every Friday in thebeautiful fourth floor CraftRoom at the Arbor, taughtby Herb Sklar (EaglesPreserve). The first classwill be held on Friday,September 10.

Shell Point etymologists continue theirAnatomy of Words program each Monday,beginning on September 13.

Nancy McDowell (Tellidora) welcomesnovices to learn the game of Mah-jonggevery Monday, beginning on September 13.

Kristie Anders, Education Director for

Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation,returns on Friday, September 17, to focus onIsland Life. She will share a mixture of infor-mation and experience. Not only will youhear about how she commutes from her homeon North Captiva Island to her office onSanibel, but you’ll also hear fascinating storiesabout the islands and weather conditions.

Patricia Meyers (Junonia) not onlytrains instructors for the AARP DriverSafety class, but also teaches it for us. Joinher on Monday, September 27, for a six-hour refresher course that sharpens yourskills and awareness while possibly even sav-ing you a few dollars on your insurance.

COFFEE WITH A NEIGHBORMike Klein (Nautilus) offers the first

opportunity this semester to focus on gettingto know a neighbor. What a delightful,interesting, and good neighbor he is! Fromhis career as a physicist who helped createnight-vision goggles, to his second career asmayor of Sanibel, he has many stories to

share. He’ll even talkabout his life at ShellPoint where he createsin the pottery studio andserves his neighbors asCourt Representative.Plan to have coffee with

Mike onWednesday,September 29.

LEGACYSEMINARS

We wel-come StevenErshowsky, JD,CFP, of Diamond

Financial Services ofSouthwest Florida; and

Walter McDonald, Financial Advisor andRepresentative of the Lee County Sheriff’sOffice, as they team up to present Don’t BeA Victim! Learn how to fight back againstidentity theft and avoid investment scams.Plan to attend on Wednesday, September22.

MIND, BODY AND SPIRIT Lynne Fraser, Shell Point Personal

Trainer, again brings us her expertise of herBS in Exercise Physiology and the wealth ofher experience with our population in twolevels of Balance Plus. Balance and MobilityTraining provides twelve weeks of compre-hensive balance and fall prevention. Shecontinues to offer the popular PilatesStretch and Pilates Chair and Zumba on amonthly basis. She is also offering PilatesStretch Level 2 for experienced students thissemester. See the Academy brochure forspecifics.

Beginning on September 7, we welcomethe expertise of accredited Tai Chi Chihinstructor Bev Chandley. This gentle prac-tice is easier to learn than Tai Chi Chuan,yet still yields great benefits.

The basics of exercise will be providedin a series of new seminars designed to moti-vate, educate, and activate your way to bet-ter health. Join Tammy Dalton, our new,nationally certified ACE personal trainerand fitness instructor, on Wednesdays,beginning September 8, for Cardio Training:Learn It! Love it! Live it! You can look for-ward to her new strength training class inOctober and her new flexibility and balanceclass in November.

Dr. Bud Light, Audiologist with Ear,Nose, and Throat Associates of Fort Myers,joins us on Tuesday, September 28. His pres-entation, Audiology Today, will share howaudiology can impact your quality of life.

ACADEMY ON THE GO Palm Beach Maritime Museum and

Kennedy Bunker is our destination onThursday, September 9, as we take a char-tered bus across Alligator Alley to the eastcoast of Florida for a nautical adventure.

On Wednesday, September 15, andThursday, September 16, Academy on theGo provides an educational overnight tripto Bok Tower in historic Lake Wales. Onday one enjoy a leisurely tour of the groundsand gardens on Pinewood Estates as well asa carillon concert and dinner at the famousColumbia Restaurant in Tampa. Day two is

Quench your thirst for knowledge with a full roster of new coursesB 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

Announcing the Fall Academy

Author CharlesSobczak offers a pres-entation of his newbook, Living Sanibel,

A Nature Guide toSanibel and Captiva

Islands, on September 8.

Every day we hear stories in the media about identity theft and howit can wreak havoc with our personal information and financial assets.Since The Legacy Foundation is here to help you with every aspect of your per-sonal finances and daily money management, we want to make sure we provide

opportunities for educating you about the threatthat exists and how to protect yourself.

Come learn how to prevent becoming a vic-tim of identity theft and investment fraud by join-ing us on Wednesday, September 22, at 10:00 a.m.in the Grand Cypress Room to hear three expertsdiscuss this topic and relate sound advice that youcan use to protect yourself.

Please RSVP by calling either service desk at454-2282 or 454-2054. The seminar will last one-and-a-half hours, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. The busschedule will accommodate this change.

P R E S E N T S

DON’T BE A VICTIM!Learn How to

Avoid Identity TheftWednesday, September 22

10:00 – 11:30 amGrand Cypress Room/WDL

Guest Speakers:Steven Ershowsky, JD, CFP, of

Diamond Financial Services of SouthwestFlorida; and Walter McDonald, FinancialAdvisor and Representative of the Lee

County Sheriff’s Office


Greek all the way with a tour of TarponSprings that includes authentic Greek foodfor lunch and a boat ride that views actualsponge diving.

COMPUTER COLLEGE Specifications for Buying a New

Laptop/Notebook Computer taught byRichard Nelson (Lakewood) is offered on

Monday, September 13. Keyboard Typing 101 will be

offered on two Wednesdays begin-ning September 29 by Megs Singer(Tellidora).

Denton Smith (Oakmont) willteach Files, Folders & Flash Drivesbeginning Tuesday, September 28.

The Computer Control Panelwill be taught on September 10 and17. Internet Prep School Basics willbe taught beginning Thursday,September 23, and again on Fridaysbeginning September 24 - all byRichard Nelson (Lakewood).

Floyd Jamison (Parkwood) willoffer Introduction to Windows 7 onLaptops beginning Wednesday,September 15.

Bruce Findley (Sundial) willteach Brain Fitness using MyVigorous Mind on Mondays begin-ning September 20.

After Absolute Basics by RussKraay (Oakmont) begins on Tuesday,September 14.

Cle Keeley (Periwinkle) brings us anothersession of the popular Designing and MakingGreeting Cards on the Computer beginningTuesday, September 14.

TECHNOLOGY TODAYCell Phone Prep School is offered by

Bruce Findley (Sundial) for three Tuesdaysbeginning September 7, and again beginningSeptember 28. Emily Kletzien Findley(Sundial) continues the popular class onNintendo using Big Brain Academy. Thecourses will be held every Tuesday, beginningon September 7.

We celebrate Active Aging Week thisyear with a focus on how technology can beembraced for a holistic approach to wellness.Join us in the Academy for the fun and use-fulness of technology.

On Monday, September 20, we celebratethe use of technology for physical fitness asthe Resort Services staff shares the exerciseand sports available for all levels of fitnessusing Nintendo Wii.

On Wednesday, September 22, we cele-brate the use of technology for spiritualassessment as the computer college mans themobile lab for residents who would like toprivately take a spiritual assessment using atool available on the internet. Staff from thedepartment of Spiritual Services will beavailable to discuss the assessment tool.

On Friday, September 24, everyone willhave the opportunity to try the gadgets, inter-net sites, and more that offer interaction withtechnology and improved brain fitness.

Please be sure to check SPTV, www.shell-point.net, and your Weekly Reminder to con-firm times, places, and course fees, as well asthe need to sign-up.

Keep Your Identity Secureand Avoid Investment ScamsB Y T I M O T H Y S T E P H E N S O N , T H E L E G A C Y F O U N D A T I O N

Walter McDonald (L) andSteven Ershowsky (R)

will present a seminar tohelp you avoid being

scammed and fight backagainst identity theft.

Academy On The Go offers a two day trip to BokTower near Orlando and then over to Tampa for anovernight stay in Tarpon Springs. Enjoy an authenticdelicious Greek dinner at Columbia Restaurant.


August 2010 marked the25th anniversary of ShellPoint’s president, Peter Dys.Over the past 25 years Dyshas guided the communitythrough significant transfor-mations and led the way toachieving remarkable growth.Though he was met withnumerous challenges alongthe way, his perseverance andleadership proved beneficialin solidifying Shell Point’sposition as a leader in theretirement industry.

While we are most fa-miliar with President Dys’sleadership of Shell Pointdating back to 1985, he wasgrowing as a leader long be-fore he came to Florida. In 1972 he grad-uated from West Virginia University inMorgantown, West Virginia, with a Mas-ter’s Degree in Social Work. He also stud-ied at Dordt College in Sioux Center,Iowa, where he received his A.B. Degree.

Before coming to Shell Point, Dysworked within the field of aging servicesand the nursing home industry inLancaster, Pennsylvania, where hefounded the Lancaster County Office of

Aging. His education in social servicesand early career in Pennsylvania wereexcellent preparation for his future role atShell Point.

An active and devoted member of TheChristian and Missionary Alliance, Dyswas invited in 1979 to serveon the General ServicesAdvisory Council for thedenomination. By 1981 hewas asked to serve as a mem-ber of Shell Point’s board ofdirectors – back when it wascalled Shell Point Village. Dysbecame the Administrator ofShell Point in August 1985,and he accepted the responsi-bility of Executive Director inJanuary 1986. He assumedleadership at a critical time inthe history of Shell Pointwhen it was struggling withdebt, financial instability, and deferredmaintenance issues that had reached acrucial level.

Almost immediately after Dys tookleadership of Shell Point, the community

began seeing significantimprovements. He wasinstrumental in the addi-tion of Shell Point’s firstassisted living facility –King’s Crown. From therehe went to work on devel-oping the remaining Islandproperty by adding HarborCourt, Sundial, and theWelcome Center.

A Vision for the FutureIn the late 1990s, Dys

had the vision to purchasethe property along ShellPoint Boulevard whichnow includes TheWoodlands, EaglesPreserve, and Shell Point’s

championship golf course. Under Dys’ direction, Shell Point has

grown from approximately 800 residents tomore than 2,100; provides jobs for morethan 850 employees; and has launched avariety of innovative programs and services

that have benefited thousandsof seniors. Additionally, thecommunity has successfullyexpanded from one neighbor-hood of 35 acres to multipleneighborhoods of nearly 1,000acres.

His steadfast vision forShell Point — the desire to bethe best — has created anenvironment that has allowedthe community to flourish.And throughout it all he hasremained committed to main-taining the community’s corevalues and its original mission

of being dedicated to God and the care ofHis people.

Award WinningAs indicators of Shell Point’s success

President Peter Dys

Marks 25 YearsCelebrating a Career of Leadership, Growth,

and the Pursuit of Greatness

Members of the Shell Point management team present Peter Dys with his 25-year milestone certificate. L-R: Director of Healthcare Services,

Steve Minniear; President, Peter Dys; V.P. of Medical Services, Dr. Roger Hirchak; and, V.P. of Sales, David Moreland

Peter Dys, 1985

Peter Dys received theDistinguished Service

Award in 2008.


under his leadership, the community hasreceived many accolades throughout thepast twenty-five years including beingnamed in the “Top 20 RetirementCommunities” by New Choices maga-zine. Contemporary Long-Term Caremag-azine named Shell Point the “BestRetirement Community.” It was namedone of “The World’s Most BeautifulRetirement Communities” by theAssociation of Retirement ResortsInternational. In 1997 Shell Point wasnamed one of “The Top ContinuingCare Retirement Communities in theSoutheastern United States” by Whereto Retire magazine.

In 2008 Dys received theDistinguished Service Award from theFlorida Association of Homes andServices for the Aging (FAHSA). Whenhe was announced as the recipient of theDistinguished Service Award, he wasreferred to as one of FAHSA’s unsungheroes. For many years he has workedquietly behind the scenes to help theFAHSA staff with public policy issuesand legislative contacts. Dys has pro-vided consistent involvement and assis-tance to Florida Representatives andSenators on issues regarding senior careand he serves on the Governor’sContinuing Care Advisory Council forthe State of Florida. At the 2008Legislative Workshop he providedmuch-needed analysis of a very compli-cated continuing care bill and he alsotook part in an effort to educate membersof the Florida Taxation and BudgetReform Commission about a proposedconstitutional amendment that wouldadversely affect most FAHSA members.

In 2009 Shell Point received theBusiness Ethics Award from theUncommon Friends Foundation for itshigh ethical standards and services.“What we believe permeates everythingwe do,” said Dys to a room of more than350 business leaders. “It is the source forall our ethical decisions and actions andprovides the consistency of our mission,core values, and operating principles.”

Respected LeadershipDys is well respected for his business

acumen and experience in the long-termcare field.

In addition to building and maintain-ing the financial strength of Shell Point,

Dys has repeatedly been called uponby several other communities (inFlorida and across the country) toassist in strengthening their opera-tional procedures, management,and/or administrative practices. Onesuch community in Florida is TheAlliance Community for RetirementLiving (ACRL) in Deland where heserves on its Board of Directors. He isaffiliated with various retirementindustry professional associations andis a frequent speaker to many localand national conferences.

In 2007 Peter Dys wasawarded an honorary doctoratefrom Nyack College for his tirelesswork on behalf of senior citizens. The president of the college, Dr.Michael Scales, personally con-ferred this honorable title on Dysin recognition of his work as aleader in The Christian andMissionary Alliance.

His dedication and passionatecommitment to his role at ShellPoint and the residents and em-ployees it serves is truly an inspira-tion and has been a blessingthroughout the past 25 years of theorganization’s history.

In his 25 years at the helm of ShellPoint, Peter Dys has attendednumerous groundbreakings andribbon cuttings galore including (topto bottom): King’s Crown groundbreaking in 1985. Golf Courseribbon cutting in 2000. Also in 2000,the Board of Directors gathered infront of the construction of theOakmont building in The Woodlands.The Arbor ribbon cutting in 2005.Larsen Pavilion Rehabilitation Centerground breaking in 2010.

In 2007 Peter receives an honorarydoctorate degree from Nyack College.


Shell Point staff members exhibitedtheir star status as they put the “fun”in fundraiser at the Celebrity Benefit Dinnerin July. With more than 120 diners in atten-dance, the event raised a total of $6,060 intips for the “Complete This Project Now”campaign. An additional $4,340 was raisedfrom ticket sales.

Chef Joel and ChefBrett wowed residentsand their guests with asupreme dining experi-ence. The four-coursedinner included greengoddess salad with stonecrab and lobster cake,chilled tomato and avocado soup, aged beefloin with shiitake mushroom sauce, freshvegetables, and a delicious Florida citrusdessert.

Throughout the evening, the “celebrity”waiters competed in teams of two for tips. Itwas no surprise that the Financial Gurus,Tim Stephenson and Tim Lochridge, raisedthe most money.

Tim Stephenson said, “I hadnever been a part of anything likethat before. I was overwhelmed bythe generosity of the residents whoobviously came prepared to give.Not only was it unique and fun, italso provided the opportunity tosupport an important cause that isclose to our hearts.”

The Larson Lassies, comprisedof Sherry Brown and MargiePregent, brought in their fair shareof impressive tips. Sherry com-mented, “Being able to celebratewith so many who graciously con-tinue to support the fundraising efforts forthe administration building of the LarsenPavilion was very gratifying. It was also a lotof fun! It was definitely a first for me to beable to wear a red sleep shirt designed for the“Queen” while balancing a beautiful tiaraand waving a magic wand!”

Bob and Rita Southern, also known asSouthern Exposure, proved they were will-ing to do just about anything to grab morecash. “Bob and I enjoyed the very friendlycompetition among our fellow celebritywaiters,” said Rita. “I never realized howcompetitive some of us can become whenchallenged to raise money for a good cause!

The food was delicious, the com-pany great, and I hope the servicewas worthy of the great tips thatwere so generously given.”

And guests will never forget theamusing antics of David Morelandand his Diva, Jessica Clark.

“Throughout the evening,David wore a tiara and had rosesbehind his ears and I ended up witha necklace made of money,” laughedJessica. “And every time we got atip, we would ring a bell. In fact, Irang my bell so much that it fellapart by the end of the night! I think

that is a definite indication of the success ofthe Celebrity Benefit Dinner. We were hon-ored to be a part of it.”

When they weren’t challenging thewait staff to compete for tips, diners enjoyedthe lively sounds of “Anchors Away,” fea-turing Jared Pike and Dan Philgreen ofSPTV. Even the entertainment was respon-sible for bringing in tips. In fact, the crowdchuckled when a guest offered them a gen-

erous tip…to stop singing! Laughter, along with a

few whistles, filled the roomas Chef Joel paraded aroundin his “bikini” t-shirt alongwith a fairy princess tiara andwand! Other tip challengeskept the crowd in stitches

and the staff blushing.Winnie Ballard (Lucina) said she had a

wonderful time at the Celebrity BenefitDinner. “We were in the section with Davidand his Diva, and they were fabulous! Davidwas just hysterical. The staff was great to getinto it so much and help raise money for the

Pavilion construction project.And, on top of the lively enter-tainment, the food was deli-cious! I was very pleased andthought it was excellent.”

Thanks to allwho helped to makethe Celebrity BenefitDinner such a great

event! It proved to be a suc-cessful fundraiser toward thePavilion Auxiliary’s commitmentto “Complete This Project Now.”

Star-Studded Saturday

Anchors Away sang andentertained dining guests.

Robert and Priscella Waltz (Periwinkle)

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

Clockwise from top:Southern Exposure

(Rita & Bob Southern),Chef Joel and Brett, Financial Gurus

(Tim Stephenson andTim Lochridge)

The “celebrity” waiters were assisted by the Crystal DiningRoom staff who helped serve the four course meal.


With more than 120diners in attendance,the Celebrity BenefitDinner raised a grandtotal of $10,400 for the“Complete This Project

Now” campaign.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Sherry Brown and Margie Pregent flash theirtips at the beginning of the event. � Hilarityensues as Chef Joel comes prepared with afairy wand to present an excellent dinner. �Coral and Michael Lienhardt of Periwinkle.� Rita Southern supplies stone crab and lob-ster cakes to one of her tables. � DavidMoreland serves up coffee to diners...for a tip.� Rows of key lime dessert with homemadechocolate garnish ready to be served. �

Sherry Brown poses with a table of delighteddiners. L-R: Val Zipfel, Peggy Richmond, JoanMorgan, Ruth and Phil McGuire, ReneeMaxwell, and Sherry Brown. � Teams talliedtheir tips at the end of the night. � JessicaClark collects tips for her dollar necklace.

Recently, a small groupof Shell Point explorerspacked their bags and headedto the “Wild West” on a questto rediscover the region’s richhistory. Famed trail guide andWestern history expert KentKauffman guided the groupthrough canyon country.

The Shell Point wagontrain first toured the GrandCanyon region and stayedat La Katchina Lodge on the rim of thecanyon. A highlight of the Grand Canyonvisit included a narrated jeep tour by Navajodriver and interpreter Rosie. Residents alsoexplored Bryce Canyon National Park inUtah. A special feature of this park is its

hoodoos, or pil-lars of limestonerock formed intofanciful shapes byweather erosion.Also othercanyon adven-tures includedtrips to AntelopeCanyon, famedfor its narrowcanyons, and

Zion Canyon, which is known for its deepwalls and picturesque views. The explorerswere excited to walk in the footsteps of theoriginal inhabitants of Zion Canyon, whotracked mammoths, giant sloths, and camelsacross southern Utah.

The expedition also visited the redsandstone spires and mesas of MonumentValley. They even had the opportunity toinvestigate hogans, or Navajo Indiandwellings, made primarily of mud andbranches. One of the residents undertakingthe trip, Mike Klein (Nautilus), recalled atrip inside one such building. “We wereable to go inside the home of a ninety-year-old Navajo woman who spoke only Navajo.It was really quite roomy with a hole in thecenter for venting her pot belly stove.”

Finally, the Shell Point adventurersrelaxed at Lake Powell on the ColoradoRiver. Created by the construction of theGlen Canyon Dam, fjord-like canyonsencircled Lake Powell, fringed by deep, red-rock cliffs.

Westward-Ho: An Expedition to Canyon Country

“We enjoyed the trip very much,” saidBill McCoy (Harbor Court). “My absolutefavorite was Bryce Canyon. Even afterseeing pictures of it, I was totallyunprepared for the breathtaking sights.It can’t be explained in words.”

Boot root found in Bryce Canyon.

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Above: Residents of Shell Point (and other travelers) gatherfor a tour of the Canyonlands at Zion. Mike Klein, JoanneBuffington, and Bill and Mary McCoy are on the far left side.

Above: Sonoran Desert cactusLeft: Prickly Pear cactus

The bright desertfoliage offers a

startling contrastto the dusty

browns of theCanyonlands.

Below: Lake Powell is the showpiece of the GlenCanyon National Recreation area. The lake features

2,000 miles of shoreline and secluded beaches.

Canyonlands: Antelope • Bryce • Glen • Grand •

Lake Powell • Monument Valley • Zion

Above: A cowboy rides in the distance through the impressive rock formations inMonument Valley Navajo Tribal Park. The 30,000 acre valley is famed for itsoddly shaped, red sandstone monoliths, mesas and spires.

Above: Antelope Canyon drains from the south into Lake Powelland is known for its twisting and turning vertical canyon walls.


Pack Your Bags Venture into 2011 with Exciting Travel Destinations Planned to Span the Globe

Another exciting year of travel oppor-tunities is right around the corner!Following you will find a brief preview ofthe 2011 travel destination program coor-dinated by Resort Services with IsingsTravel. Specific details are still pending forsome of these excursions, but busy ShellPoint residents will want to be sure to leavespace in their calendars for some amazingadventures next year.

Down Under • February 10-28Travel to New Zealand and Australia.Board the Holland America MS Volendamin Los Angeles for a luxury cruise to manyfabulous ports of call. In Australia, visitSydney, Melbourne, and Burnie. Thencruise to New Zealand where stops includeFiord Lands National Park, Port Chalmers,Wellington, Napier, Tauranga, and more.The group will break up the long flights withconvenient overnight stops in Los Angeles.

A Caribbean Cruise Fit for a Queen • March 18-29All aboard the Queen Victoria for its onlyvoyage from Fort Lauderdale. They say thatif grace could be defined in the lines of aship, Queen Victoria would have no com-petition. This elegant ocean liner combinesall the best of Cunard’s regal heritage witheverything a modern day ship could offer.Residents on this Caribbean cruise willexperience a new era of ocean travel.

Tour Historic Virginia withKent Kauffman • May 5-9

Discover Virginia’s Historic Gardens Tourand Retreat at the incredible Boar’s HeadInn. Not many places are as beautiful asVirginia in the springtime. As an addedbonus, this trip will be lead by the world-famous tour guide Kent Kauffman! Kent willled the group to Charlottesville, Monticello,Shenandoah National Park, James RiverPlantations, Shirley Plantation, and the siteof the first Thanksgiving – the BerkleyPlantation. This May journey promises to befull of beauty, history, luxury, and fun. It willbe a dream trip for the gardener and historybuff in everyone.

Exciting Alaska!June 18-25

Imagine stand-ing on your pri-vate verandahand watchingwhales breachand eagles soar.Imagine beingamong the luckyfew to spend awhole day inGlacier Bay National Park. Imagine travel-ing through Alaska’s sublime beauty andfrontier ports in unsurpassed luxury and com-fort. Well, imagination will meet reality asyou join Pastor Randy Woods, Minister ofWorship and Music of the Village Church,with special guest musicians Ron and GaryMatthews, for this Alaskan cruise aboardthe Westerdam by Holland America. Youwill enjoy cruising with our Shell Point fam-ily and friends from near and far as we sailand sing through the snow-capped waters.

For information about the Village ChurchAlaskan Cruise, please contact Randy Woods atThe Village Church by calling 454-2149.

Hello UK • August 15-29Circle the British Isles aboard the CrownPrincess. After a non-stop flight intoLondon, the ship sets off to nine excitingdestinations — includingports of Guernsey andLiverpool, in England;Cobh and Dublin, inIreland; Belfast, Ireland;Glasgow, Iverness / LochNess, and Edinburgh inScotland; and Paris /Normandy, France. TheBritish Isles trip will con-clude with a day andevening in London. Onthis scenic vacation youwill see the beautiful Channel Islands, kissthe Blarney Stone, and share many storiesof this journey for years to come.

Thanksgiving Cruise 2011Spend 10 nights over the Thanksgiving hol-iday sailing to Grenada, Bonaire, Dominica,Aruba, St. Thomas, and more! The EmeraldPrincess will whisk the group offto these exotic ports laden withbeauty and history that can onlybe found in the SouthernCaribbean. Visit the “SpiceIslands of the Caribbean,” see thegardens that the Smithsonian has referredto as “a giant plant laboratory,” observe thetropical birds of Bonaire, and enjoy the gor-geous beaches and sunsets.

Watch for more information regard-ing these trips in the coming months.Fliers will be delivered to your mailbox. Ifyou have specific questions regardingany travel program (except Alaska inJune), please contact Bev Chandley,program coordinator, at 454-2239.

Travel through Kerala30–Day Walking ProgramIndia has 28 states, but for this month’s walk-ing challenge we will focus on Kerala - one ofthe most tranquil states in India. Kerala lies inthe southwest peninsula of the country, alongthe Arabian Sea, and is one of the mostsought-after tourist destinations in the coun-try. Kerala is famous for its rivers, backwaters,and endless beaches. We will travel the lengthof the state, 367 miles. The trek will gothrough some of India’s mountains, valleys,and coastal belts. It is currently monsoon sea-son in India, so be prepared! Track your milesin any of the three health clubs.

Nirvana Indian Fusion DishesFriday, September 3Bus pick-ups begin at 10:30 a.m.Select from classic and inventive Indiandishes prepared with fine ingredients and

fresh spices guaran-teed to delight thepalate as well as invig-orate the senses.Nirvana is located inFort Myers and offersa full luncheon menubut also has a $10

lunch buffet every day so that one can sam-ple many intriguing food items.

The Story of IndiaTuesdays, September 7, 14, 21, 2810:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLThis is a four-partseries of lectures pre-sented by ProfessorAdrian Kerr. Explorethe history of India,the second largestcountry by population. The lectures will givethe background to India from the origins of itsnative people, to taking its position on theworld stage. India's history, as well as its reli-gious and cultural impact, is much more wide-spread than many realize. India’s world-wideinfluence continues to grow every day. Referto the Academy booklet for more information.

India Palace Dinner OutingFriday, September 10Bus pick-ups begin at 5:00 p.m.The India Palace restaurant in Fort Myers islauded for its award-win-ning Indian cuisine. Theseemingly endless menuhas something for every-one and dispels the myththat all Indian food isloaded with curry. Theyeven have mango icecream! Dinner at theIndia Palace is also easy on your wallet withentrée prices ranging from $11.95 to $17.95.

DVD: The Soul of IndiaMonday, September 132:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLIndia defies every attempt at definition. Takethe landscape for example; there are jungles

straight out of Richard Kipling, captivatingdeserts, some of the highest mountains in theworld, tropical beaches, fadingcolonial hill stations, andcrowded cities. And Indians areas diverse as their landscapes.Documentary film maker RickRay tried to capture India’s myr-iad of cultures, even weatheringearthquakes and riots in order topatch together a personal tapestryof this fascinating country.

Indian Night Crystal Room Buffet DinnerThursday, September 23Dinner: 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.Crystal Dining Room/ISWhen it comes to variedlandscape and rich culture,India stands alone. Comeexperience this uniquecountry, as we continue ourpassport adventure aroundthe world. For $14.95 youwill enjoy mint lamb,prawns with coconut curry, pakora, butterchicken, and much more.


Passport to the WorldShell Point is Bringing

the World to You in 2010

Passport to the WorldShell Point is Bringing

the World to You in 2010

Indian e x t s t o p :

India

EXPLOREtheWORLD…without leaving home!

Shell Point Market PlaceFriday, September 3, 10, 17, 248:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.RAC/ISJoin the fun at Shell Point’s very own mar-ket place! Enjoy specialty items, such asfresh crab cakes, a generous slice of cherrypie, or a homemade pretzel. Finish off yourshopping trip by picking up some fresh pro-duce to take home. Each week offers a trulyunique experience.

Nirvana, Indian Fusion –Passport to the World Lunch OutingFriday, September 310:30 a.m. Island pickup10:40 a.m. Woodlands pickup10:50 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup1:30 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $7.00 (lunch on your own)Select from classic and inventive Indiandishes prepared with fine ingredients andfresh spices, guaranteed to delight the palateand invigorate the senses. Nirvana is locatedright in Fort Myers and offers a full lunchmenu and a $10 lunch buffet every day soone can sample many intriguing food items.Don’t forget to bring your Shell PointPassport to this outing.

Happy Labor Day! Celebrate with Vintage Brass in the Crystal RoomMonday, September 611:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Crystal Dining Room/ISEnjoy the afternoon listeningto patriotic favorites and fillingup on hamburgers and hotdogswith all the fixings, Boston baked beans,baked catfish, Georgia baked chicken, andpork shanks with BBQ sauce. And don’tforget the Red, White, and Blue dessertbuffet! Yum!

Wellness Forum – New Activity Group FormingThursday, September 93:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLThe definition of wellness in the AmericanHeritage Dictionary is good health; not ail-ing or diseased. This is a goal of all of us.The question is how do we get there? Thatis what this new activity group on wellnesswill attempt to uncover. There are manyareas to explore and the process of discov-ering wellness can be fun.

Veterans’ Club MeetingFriday, September 1010:00 a.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLJoin Pastor Clint Cottrell of Cypress LakePresbyterian Church. His topic will be:9/11 – The Side You May Not Have Heard.

He will share hisinvolvement as anAir Traffic Controlleron that day. All arewelcome to attend.

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

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India Palace – Passport to the World Dinner OutingFriday, September 105:00 p.m. Island pickup5:10 p.m. Woodlands pickup5:20 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup8:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $7.00 (dinner on your own)

The India Palacerestaurant in FortMyers is praisedover and overagain for itsaward winningIndian cuisine.The seemingly

endless menu has something for everyoneand dispels the myth that all Indian food isloaded with curry. They even have mangoice cream! Dinner at the India Palace isalso easy on your wallet with entrée pricesranging from $11.95 to $17.95. Pleasebring your Shell Point passport book so wecan stamp your September for India monthparticipation.

Information Forum – Announcing the New ‘Build it Yourself’ Computer LabSaturday, September 1110:00 a.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLAre you interested in putting computer sys-tems together, restoring old ones, buildingnew ones, or just disassembling andreassembling broken computers to see whatmakes them tick? Then this new computerlab is for you! We will also have a specialopen forum think tank to hear from youabout other activities that you would liketo pursue in or out of the technology world.Join Richard Nelson (Lakewood) for thisdouble-header meeting.

DVD: Hachi: A Dog’s TaleSaturday, September 112:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDL

Based on a true story,Golden Globe winnerRichard Gere stars asProfessor Parker Wilson,a distinguished scholarwho discovers a lostAkita puppy on hisway home from work.Despite initial objec-tions from Wilson’s

wife, Cate, Hachi endears himself into theWilson family and grows to be Parker’s loyalcompanion. As their bond grows deeper, abeautiful friendship unfolds embodying thetrue spirit of family and loyalty, while inspir-ing the hearts of an entire town.

Sunday Matinee DVD – The Train (1964)Sunday, September 123:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLParis, August 1944. With the Allied Armyclosing in the German Commander C.Paul Scofield steals avast collection of greatpaintings and loadsthem on a train boundfor Berlin. LaBiche(Burt Lancaster) of theFrench resistance triesto stop the train at anycost. He unleashes a torrent of destruction,loosened rails, shattered tracks and head-on collisions in an impassioned, suspense-filled movie about justice, retribution andrevenge.

DVD: The Soul of IndiaMonday, September 132:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDL

India defies every attemptat definition. Take thediverse landscape for exam-ple; jungles, deserts, some ofthe world ‘s highest moun-tains, tropical beaches, fad-ing colonial hill stationsand crowded cities. The

people are as diverse as the landscape.Documentary film maker Rick Ray tried tocapture India’s myriad of cultures, evenweathering earthquakes and riots in orderto patch together a personal tapestry of thisfascinating country.

King’s Crown Tea & TourWednesday, September 1510:00 a.m.King’s Crown/ISRelax with a cup of tea and join RitaSouthern, director of assisted living and res-ident support services, for a tour of King’sCrown. Check out furnished apartmentsand see this newly renovated building. Seating is limited. To reserve your seat, callMcKenzie Boren at 454-2077.

Organ Concert with Stephen BrittainFriday, September 172:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.Woodlands CommonsJoin us for another season of organmusic featuring local artist StephenBrittain for our first fall performance.Stephen is a very accomplished organist, amember of the American Theater OrganSociety (ATOS) and past Dean of theSouthwest Chapter of the American Guildof Organists.

Miromar Outlet MallSaturday, September 189:00 a.m. Island court pickup9:10 a.m. Woodlands pickup9:20 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup3:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $7.00 (lunch on your own)

Shop to your heart’s content at over 130stores at the fantastic Miromar OutletMall in Estero. Upon your arrival, a mallrepresentative will greet you at the Reebokentrance and provide you with mall maps,information, and discount coupons. Thenyou will be free to browse your favoritedestinations and grab a bite to eat whenshopper’s hunger sets in. At 2:00 p.m. theShell Point bus will pick you up at theReebok entrance and bring you and yourpurchases home safe and sound. This is alarge mall so be sure to wear comfortablewalking shoes.

EVENTS • PROGRAMS • PARTIES • MOVIES • OUTINGS • EXCURSIONS

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Making Memories: ScrapbookingClinic at A/C MooreMonday, September 208:30 a.m. Island pickup8:40 a.m. Woodlands pickup8:50 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup1:30 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $7.00 (lunch on your own)Preserving memories for ourselves and lovedones is paramount to most residents.Admittedly many people keep their treasuredphotographs and clippings in shoe boxes andcan often be heard saying things like “some-day I will organize my pictures.” Seize the day!A/C Moore of Fort Myers will provideinstruction and the materials for each residentto create a scrapbook/album page of theirown. Residents are encouraged to bring theirown treasures to include in their page, but itis not required. Discount coupons for pur-chases will also be distributed to participants.After this hour-long clinic every resident willleave with a completed page! Then it is overto Chili’s for lunch where prices fall into themoderate range.

Tour the Crystal Dining Room KitchenTuesday, September 212:45 p.m.Crystal Dining Room/ISHave you ever wondered how the CrystalDining Room operates behind-the-scenes?Now you can see it all in a tour. Find outwhere food is stored, how it is ordered, andhow it is artfully prepared each day, withpetite samples to follow. Once you know theins and outs of the kitchen, you will be sure

to stay for dinner that night! The group willmeet in the foyer of the Crystal DiningRoom promptly at 2:45 p.m. Space is lim-ited for this tour, so sign up early. Closed toeshoes are required.

Indian Night Buffet Thursday, September 234:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.Crystal Dining Room/ISWhen it comes to varied land-scape and rich culture, India stands alone.Come experience this unique country as wecontinue our passport adventure around theworld. For $14.95 you will enjoy mint lamb,prawns with coconut curry, pakora, butterchicken, and much more. Be sure to bringyour along your appetite and passport book.

Calling All Singles! Single Residents Only Dinner Outing to Bahama BreezeFriday, September 244:30 p.m. Island pickup4:40 p.m. Woodlands pickup4:50 p.m. Eagles Preserve pickup8:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $7.00 (dinner on your own)

This is not a match-making event! Butoften times our single residents mention itwould be nice to have a dinner outing whereparticipants are all single. Here’s the chanceto enjoy a delightful dinner outing to thelively Caribbean restaurant Bahama Breeze.Everything is fresh and festive at BahamaBreeze. Entrée prices are above average butoh so worth it!

Movie Night: Jezebel (1938)Monday, September 276:45 p.m.Social Center/ISIn 1938, Bette Davis wonthe Best Actress AcademyAward for her fiery Southernbelle performance in Jezebel.In the film, Davis plays Julie,a New Orleans beautywhose constant attempts togoad fiancé Pres Dillard to jealousy backfire.Angry and disgraced, Pres breaks theirengagement and leaves town. Julie enduresa year of remorse until Pres comes home –married. Then her vengeance explodes.

Library Book TalkTuesday, September 282:15 p.m.Social Center/ISThe September Library BookTalk will be a bibliography ofthe “small” books on theshelves of the Shell PointLibrary. Borrowers lookingfor a “quick” read will learna lot as resident Harriet Reece,PhD, of Junonia, presents and describes awide variety of short fiction and non-fictionselections. Refreshments will be served.

Paul Galbraith in ConcertTuesday, September 287:00 p.m.Church Auditorium/IS$15 per ticketPaul Galbraith is an internationallyrenowned innovator of the classical guitar.He has beenworking sincethe 1980s towardexpanding thetechnical limitsof his instrument,besides augment-ing the quantityand quality of hisrepertoire. Byexchanging thetraditional guitar for the eight-stringBrahmas Guitar, which he helped develop,Galbraith found the ideal instrument withwhich to interpret the challenging classicaltranscriptions from his impressive personalrepertoire.

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Beach DayThursday, September 308:30 a.m. Island pickup8:40 a.m. Woodlands pickup8:50 a.m. Eagles Preserve pickup3:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $15.00 (ice cream on your own)Shell Point residents just love DelnorWiggins State Park beach with its shells,shade, sunshine, and convenient bathhouses. So collect your favorite beach gear,including sunscreen, and join us for a relax-ing outing to North Naples. Your picnic

lunch and beverages will be providedand we will also stop at the Royal

Scoop Ice Cream Shoppeon the trip back toShell Point for aspecial treat.

Save the Date!Trinkets and Treasures BazaarFriday, October 229:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLCost to have a table: $5.00 (per person)It’s almost time to clean out your closets,drawers, and dressers for our annual Trinketsand Treasures Bazaar! If you are a ShellPoint resident and are interested in sellingitems, please sign up at either service deskbeginning Friday, October 1. Tables to sellare limited, so sign-up is required. A lot-tery will be held on Tuesday, October 12, at9:15 a.m. to determine table locations.Please note, all residents selling items mustman their own tables.

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Mark Your Calendar

Sunday9:00 Christian Life Studies (WDL)9:15 Christian Life Studies (IS)10:15 Morning Worship1:15 Mixed Golf League6:15 Evening Worship

Monday7:30 Round Robin Mixed Doubles Tennis8:45 Lap Robes (Sep 20) 9:15 Billiards9:15 Pottery9:15 Shuffleboard10:15 Virtual Bowling10:30 Disciple Men’s Bible Study10:45 Beginner’s Table Tennis 12:00 Mah-Jongg (Sabal Room/WDL)1:15 Scrabble1:15 Table Tennis1:15 Tone Chimes 2:00 Bead Club 3:15 Virtual Golf4:30 Bourne Jewelers6:45 Duplicate Bridge7:00 Pinochle (Sabal Rm/WDL)

Tuesday7:45 Men’s Bible Study8:00 Round Robin Men’s Doubles Tennis

8:00 Women’s Golf League8:15 Stamp Project (Stamp Room/IS)9:15 Open Painting Group10:15 Through The Bible12:50 Mixed Progressive Pairs’ Bridge1:15 The Rollicking Recorderists1:15 Knitters Group3:15 Virtual Tennis6:45 Hymn Sing (Sep 7)

Wednesday7:30 Round Robin Mixed Doubles Tennis9:00 Geraci Travel9:00 Watercolor Group9:45 Women’s Bible Study10:15 Model Yacht Club

(Commons Lake)1:00 Chess2:30 Jazz ‘N Stuff 3:00 Bible Study (King’s Crown/IS)5:45 Village Church Choir Rehearsal7:15 Prayer & Praise

Thursday 8:00 Men’s Golf League8:00 Round Robin Men’s Doubles Tennis9:00 Paddlers’ Club/IS 9:30 Current Events

1:15 Mah-Jongg (Library Lounge/IS)4:00 Seamstress 7:00 Trailblazers Bible Study

Friday7:30 Round Robin Mixed Doubles Tennis8:00 Intrepid Bike Riders (Sep 10, 24)8:15 Stamp Project (Stamp Room/IS)8:30 Shell Point Market Place10:00 Genealogy (Sep 10)10:15 Inquiring Minds 12:50 Mixed Progressive Bridge1:15 Quilters1:15 Table Tennis 1:30 Vespers (Arbor/WDL)2:00 Euchre 2:15 Art Club – (Sep 17) 2:45 Vespers (King’s Crown/IS)6:45 Game Night

Saturday8:00 Adopt-a-Road (Sep 18)8:00 Round Robin Men’s Doubles Tennis9:45 Duplicate Bridge – Supervised Play10:00 Information Forum (Sep 11) 10:15 Model Yacht Club

(Commons Lake)1:00 Chess6:45 Duplicate Bridge

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

The following activities are planned by a variety of groups. All Shell Point residents are welcome to attend. Check your current Weekly Reminder, or watch SPTV for locations and/or changes.

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Paris, France is known as oneof the most romantic and ele-

gant places to visit in the world. At King’s Crown,we recently celebrated our European passport event,“An Evening in Paris: Art Show and Bistro.”

Many of our talented residents donated art tobe displayed along our French avenue. Just like inFrance, a variety of artwork adorned the walkway,ranging from watercolors and oils to quilts andhandwritten poems. The skills of our King’sCrown family awed other residents and guests.

Next to our art fair, a street filled with flowercarts conjured up visions of central Paris. Artworkhung on clothes lines, French music played in thebackground, and small Eiffel towers and candlesadorned the tables. A French bakery held deli-cious treats of baked breads and cheeses.

The residents felt as if they were in a tinyFrench bistro while they enjoyed the scrumptiousfood, beautiful atmosphere, and company of goodfriends. Everyone had a great time, and we thankour many residents who shared their beautiful andunique artwork.

Until next time, Au Revoir!

Art Show and Bistro a Hit at King’s Crown

Art Show and Bistro a Hit at King’s Crown

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Left: Florence Van Atta has always enjoyed crocheting, knitting, needlepoint,and painting. At 100 years old she stilllikes to knit.

Anne Ketteman has enjoyed sewing all herlife, especially needlepoint, which is relaxingto her. She gives work away as gifts.

Left: In her spare time, Retta Greevercreates screens like the ones picturedhere. Her flower-themed designs addeda flash of color to the show.

Above: Bryl Vaughn always thought itwould be fun to carve wood, so his chil-dren gave him some carving tools. One ofthe pieces that Bryl is very proud of is hisWelsh Love Spoon made out of Bass woodthat he made for his daughter.

Jean Schroth holds a book of her poetry; her fatherencouraged her to write from an early age. She alsolikes painting with watercolors.

Jean Gustafson’s talent with the paintbrush is beyond dispute. Here, she poseswith several of her paintings.

Rachael Nottlemann’s love of sewing startedwhen she was a young girl in a sewing clubcalled “The Dizzy Dumbbells.” At age 11, shemade numerous quilt blocks but never sewedthem together. Recently, her daughter tookthe squares to her quilting club, and togetherthey finished the quilt.

Betty Baker has always loved to sew but didnot start quilting until she moved to Florida.She started a quilting group that began withsix members and now has 42. Quilting allowsBetty to be creative and socialize with friends.

B Y I N G A B R E D A H L , K I N G ’ S C R O W N A C T I V I T I E S L E A D E R

Every week residents in the Pavilionenjoy listening to the notes of DorothyFalkenberg’s trumpet drifting down the hall.The sweet sounds are met by smiles as sheentertains her Shell Point friends andneighbors with hymns and other familiartunes.

“I take great joy in sharing my music,”Dorothy smiles.

From special musical programs to infor-mal requests, she puts her lifetime love of

playing to good use.Dorothy became inter-

ested in the trumpet at ayoung age as she listened toher older brother practice.“He played trumpet verywell. I looked up to him andwished I could play thetrumpet so well.”

In eighth gradeDorothy was determinedto learn how to play thetrumpet. “My olderbrother let me borrowhis trumpet and evengave me a few lessons.When I did well enough,my parents bought me myown.”

Dorothy practiced and performed withher high school band and local orchestra.When she attended Asbury College, shebegan playing for church services. It wasduring this time at Asbury that she met and

married the love of her life, Jack.Her trumpet playing didn’t lessenas she raised four sons. In fact, shetaught each of her boys to play thetrumpet as well. “I remember howI wanted to learn as a young girl,”Dorothy recounted. “I had to passit on.”

In 1990, Jack and Dorothymoved to Shell Point. “My sis-ter lived in the area,” Dorothyshared, “So that’s how I heardabout it.” Her opportunities toshare her talents within thecommunity kept her on hertoes. “I even played with TimZimmerman & the King’sBrass one year,” Dorothybeamed. Now she sits and

plays for residents on the second floor of thePavilion. “I find great joy in sharing mymusic, and I have lots of time now,”Dorothy relates. “And I will always, always,always love to play.”

Dorothy practices with theKing’s Brass before a concert.

Dorothy played the trumpet during HarryPowell’s Honor Guard ceremony.

SOUND THE HORN!Shell Point Resident Finds Much to Trumpet About


A True HonorCaptain Harry Powell, US ArmyAir Corps Fighter Pilot Recognized

Captain Harry Powell was recog-nized for his service to our countryduring a ceremony at the Pavilion on

August 10. The event, organized by Hope

Hospice, featured a military honor guard

who presented Captain Powell with a cer-

tificate of appreciation. He also received

a flag pin and a camouflage bear complete

with dog tags. Captain Powell’s wife,

Charlotte, along with a group of residents

and staff, looked on with pride as the honor guard saluted Captain Powell for his

bravery. Captain Powell was a fighter pilot with the US Army Air Corps in World

War II and flew 81 missions throughout his military career. Regarding the honored

recognition, Captain Powell proclaimed, “This was the best day ever!”

According to Harry, “Thiswas the best day ever!”

The Arbor Celebrates Five Years


It is hard to believe that the Arbor isalready celebrating five years ofservice! The Arbor welcomed its first resi-dents on August 11, 2005. As the first 80apartments filled, whichwere built in phase oneof construction, thebuilding began to comealive. Outings began,musicians started toentertain, exerciseclasses started to fill,and excitement was inthe air. The first resi-dents’ council was elected inNovember of 2005, and led by ourfirst elected resident council pres-ident, Mary Jane Gay.

It wasn’t long before residentsstarted acquainting themselveswith the services available at theArbor. The country store opened, mannedby our first Arbor volunteers, followedshortly after by the Salon and the MedicalCenter. The Shell Point Library volunteersquickly stocked the shelves in the Arborlibrary with a wealth of small and large printbooks accompanied by a collection of DVDs

that has continued to keep the minds ofArbor residents stimulated and entertained.

Now, five years later, the Arbor isbustling with activity! And it takes a dedi-cated staff to keep it all runningsmoothly. The Arbor staff is committedto caring for, serving, and satisfying theneeds of more than 140 residents. Thekitchen staff prepared 135,567 meals inthe past year, serving breakfast in thecountry kitchens and lunch and dinnerin the Arbor dining room. The care staff

made over 20,630 beds inthat same time!

Another interestingstatistic involves the ageranges at the Arbor. Theyoungest resident is 51years old and the oldestresident is soon to be 102!

Throughout the pastfive years, everyone has grown together atthe Arbor. It’s an honor to be able to pro-vide support and care for Arbor residents intheir home, promoting the highest qualityof life possible. Here’s to the next five yearsof improving and developing additionalservices for Arbor residents!

Did you miss your opportunity to attendthe July or August Tea & Tour events? It isnot too late to learn more about AssistedLiving at Shell Point.

Perhaps you are new to the Shell Point community and are curious about what wehave to offer as you anticipate your future assisted living needs. Maybe you are feelingthat you are getting a bit closer to needing assisted living. Well, this is the Tea and Tourfor you!

On Wednesday, September 15th, at 10 a.m. relax with a cup of tea and join RitaSouthern, director of assisted living and resident support services, to learn what assistedliving services are available and follow up with a tour of King’s Crown. Along the wayyou will enjoy visiting furnished apartments while becoming more familiar with thisnewly renovated building.

Seating is limited. To reserve your seat, call McKenzie Boren at 454-2077.

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King’s Crown Tea & Tour

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

Dot Whiteman

Walt and Rosemary Remster enjoy dinner.

Carolyn Blake

Above: Ladieschatting at theArbor five yearanniversarydinner. Left: Dr. Jim Arter

Take Time to Relax and Freshen up While Rehydrating Dry Summer Skin


DR. CLAUDE DEGRAFF JOINS THE TEAM AT SHELL POINTShell Point welcomes Dr. ClaudeDeGraff, Board Certified Diplomate ofAmerican Family Practice, as the newestaddition to its physician staff. A native ofHaiti, Dr. DeGraff is fluent inSpanish, French, Creole, andEnglish. He has practiced in awide range of settings includ-ing family medicine, urgentcare, pain management, andhospice. A graduate of NewYork Medical College, Dr.DeGraff completed his resi-dency in family practice atBrookhaven MemorialMedical Center. After work-ing for a decade at SouthBrookhaven Health Center, Dr. DeGraffrelocated to Fort Myers, where he becameacquainted with the Medical Center atShell Point.

“I had moved here from New York in1997 to work in family health centers,” saidDr. Degraff. “I was also volunteering withHope Hospice where my team covered pain

management and it was then I first workedwith patients at Shell Point with very posi-tive outcomes. I enjoyed working here rightfrom the start. I liked the atmosphere. One

of the things Inoticed right away isthat the residents arehappy to be livinghere.”

Several yearslater the opportunitycame for Dr. DeGraffto become a full-timephysician at ShellPoint. As he recalled,“I believe that whenyou feel something is

right for you it is right, and you know it.From my first day the residents came to wel-come me as if they already knew me. In factmany of them did, either from my volunteerwork several years earlier or because theyhad seen me on Shell Point Television!”

Dr. Roger Hirchak, vice president ofmedical services, is pleased with Dr.

DeGraff joining the Shell Point staff.“We’ve known Dr. DeGraff for five years,from the time he was working here with theHope Hospice volunteers. I had alwayshoped we would one day have the opportu-nity to bring him on full time. He has beenvery well received by the residents.”

Shell Point residents are invested intheir futures, and it is obvious they arefocused on their health. Dr. DeGraffrelated, “My experiences so far have beenamazing, really. The residents here are edu-cated, thoughtful, gracious, interesting, andproactive about their health. Overall, theyare in very good shape.”

He continued, “I enjoy getting up early,working out and coming into work everyday because I am making a difference inpeople’s lives. I feel involved in the well-being of my patients. They depend and relyon me and I rise to the occasion. It is veryfulfilling.”

To make an appointment with Dr.Degraff, call the Medical Center at 454-2146.

Dr. Claude DeGraff

Enjoying the warm summer weatheron the golf course or at the beach cantake a toll on your skin. Did you know thatyou can reduce the damaging effects of thesun by regular facials or body treatments toexfoliate the dry top layers of skin and rehy-drating? It’s true. The Salon’s skin care andmassage room is equipped with high-endproducts and equipment, including a woodslamp. With the lamp you can compare yourskin before and after your facial – you will be

amazed at the difference and improvement! We have a wide range of skin care serv-

ices to customize the right treatment plan foryou. We are proud to offer two of Repechage'ssignature facials, The Four Layer Facial andthe Vita Cura Facial. You will see a differ-ence in your skin after just one facial witheither of these extraordinary products. Bothof these facials use the healing benefits of thesea through a patented process of "chrio-briage" to lock in the nutrients of seaweed.We also offer a European Facial which is onehour of pampering bliss including a massageof the face, hands and feet. Your skin will feelrefreshed and dewy after this treatment, notto mention the benefits of pure relaxation.

Body exfoliants and polish will leave yourentire body silky smooth. We use natural seasalts to exfoliate the dead skin and a seaweedbody mask to rehydrate. Finally, Repechage

deep penetrating moisturizer is massaged intothe skin for a silky smooth finish adding mois-ture to your skin. Just call the Salon at 489-8400 for more information or to schedule anappointment. You won’t be disappointed!

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Symphony Pops Series Transportation Cost: $30

Saturday, December 18, 2010Saturday, January 8, 2011Saturday, February 19, 2011Saturday, March 5, 2011Saturday, April 9, 2011

Symphony Masterwork/

Classical SeriesTransportation Cost: $30

Saturday, October 30, 2010Saturday, January 29, 2011Saturday, February 26, 2011Saturday, March 26, 2011Saturday, April 16, 2011

CommunityConcert SeriesTransportation Cost: $30

Tuesday, January 11, 2011Thursday, January 27, 2011Monday, February 28, 2011Sunday, March 13, 2011Monday, March 28, 2011

It’s time to sign up for transportation serv-ice to the Southwest Florida Symphony andCommunity Concert Series at the Barbara B.Mann Performing Arts Hall in Fort Myers.Please note this is sign-up for transportationonly. You must purchase concert tickets onyour own by calling either 418-1500 for theSymphony Pops Series and Classical Series, or939-3236 for the Community Concert Series.

To sign up for transportation, callResort Services at 454-2282 or 454-2054.Bus passes will be issued in the fall.

Please consider the following prior to sign-ing up for transportation:• Walking is involved from the bus to

the building.• There are stairs and an elevator for

seats located on the upper levels.

• The Barbara B. Mann Performing ArtsHall does not provide wheelchairs.

Southwest Florida Symphony & Community Concert Series


Internationally acclaimed as abrilliant innovator of the classicalguitar, Paul Galbraith has beenworking since the 1980s to expandthe technical limits of his instru-ment while augmenting the quantityand quality of its r epertoire.

These efforts have alreadyresulted in a series of critically

acclaimed recordings of works by Bach, Haydn, andBrahms, along with his own arrangements of folktunes from various countries, all of which demonstratethe originality of his musical personality. By exchang-ing the traditional guitar for the eight-string BrahmasGuitar, which he helped develop, Galbraith found theideal instrument to interpret the challenging classicaltranscriptions from his highly personal collection.

Don’t miss an enchanted evening with PaulGalbraith and his eight-string, classical guitar. Ticketsare $15.

Paul GalbraithTuesday, September 28, 7:00 p.m.

Shell Point is pleased to host Opera Naples at the ChurchAuditorium on October 19. Opera Naples will perform famousOpera Scenes from three popular operas: Magic Flute, LaTraviata, and Carmen.

The mission of Opera Naples is to enrich the SouthwestFlorida community by producing opera performances andeducational programs which engage internationally-

renowned performers and directors while nurturing regionally based talent.Steffanie Pearce is the Founding Director of Opera Naples and has an impres-sive stage experience. Her formal studies started at the Cleveland Institute ofMusic and finished at the University of South California Opera Workshop.She has won the Pavarotti competition, American Traditions competition, andMontreal International, among others. Her repertoire is extensive and she hasappeared as a soloist at many famous theaters, including Carnegie Hall, AveryFisher Hall at Lincoln Center, The Kennedy Center, and many more.

Prior to the performance, the Palm Grill will offer Italian-inspired dinneroptions. Enjoy one of Chef Joel’s special entrees before heading off to the show.

Opera Naples will take the stage at the Church Auditorium at 7 p.m. onOctober 19. Tickets for the event are $15 each and go on sale at either servicedesk on September 1.

Steffanie Pearce

Sign Up Now for Transportation

Opera Naples Tuesday, October 19, 7:00 p.m.

Paul Galbraith

Musical BenefitsTwo Concerts to Benefit the Larsen Pavilion Auxiliary’s Goal to“Complete this Project Now”


It’s hard to believe it is already timeto roll out the 2010–2011 Shell PointConcert Series. The Fine and PerformingArts Series features a diverse array of artists,offering a wide range of instruments andmusical styles. This year’s lineup includes theInternational Chamber Soloists, the King’sSingers, Dallas Brass, The Four Freshmen,and Angela Brown. Shell Point will also hostthe Concerts and Conversation Series,Southwest Florida Symphony Series, and theeducational Speaker Series.

The initial Fine and Performing ArtsSeries, now in its ninth season, was cultivatedto present quality artists with a variety ofmusical styles to our Shell Point Residentsand the community at large. The Shell PointConcert & Speaker Series has achieved areputation for excellence throughout itsdevelopment and expansion.

With this growth, Shell Point hasendeavored to maintain a fair market ticketprice for these exceptional programs.Additional ticket options remain competi-tive while meeting individual customers’needs. In nine consecutive seasons, the ticketprice has been adjusted only once. The com-peting local performance venues cannotmatch our value.

The cost to bring concerts and speakersto the community rises with each passingyear. There are many hidden costs associatedwith hosting a Fine and Performing ArtsConcert Series, beyond a simple artist’s fee.Travel and lodging expenses, equipment

rentals, marketing, printing, box office oper-ations, set-up and visual support, transporta-tion, security, and housekeeping all add up toan additional 700 hours in labor.

Over the past nine seasons, Shell Pointresidents have generously subsidized thesefees through the “Friends of the Arts” pro-gram. Donor numbers continue to grow, asmany give season to season to help supportthe arts at Shell Point. Resident Sally Souleof Junonia is one of those residents who givesyear after year.

Sally expresses, “Irejoice that in recentyears I have been able todonate to Shell Point’swonderful concertseries. The first-rateprograms are righthere on site. Happily,we Shell Pointers don’t have to travel orleave the campus to enjoy world-class per-formances. I look forward once again to con-tributing to an incredible 2010-2011 seasonas a Friend of the Arts.”

Many residents attend the SpeakerSeries events in addition to the ConcertSeries performances. Shell Point residentsare truly drawn to educational opportunitieswhich stimulate their minds. John andNancy Sampson of Parkwood are no excep-tion.

They say, “We appreciate the opportu-nity and convenience of attending so manyinspirational and professional programs right

here at Shell Point. The concert line-up isimpressive, and the Speaker Series has beentimely, interesting, and informative.”

Many residents move to Shell Point fromaround the country, and music plays a signif-icant role in their lives. Harold and MarthaGibson of Lakewood discovered the ShellPoint Concert Series after moving to thecommunity.

They shared, “Before we moved toFlorida from Ohio, we attended many con-

certs at the OberlinConservatory, wherewe first discovered ourlove of music. It iswonderful to havethese concerts at ShellPoint – they remind usof the conservatory,and make us feel right

at home. We also enjoy attending theSpeaker Series which has a universityambiance, but is so convenient, located righthere at Shell Point.”

Please consider becoming a 2010-2011“Friends of the Arts” or a “Friends of theSpeaker” donor. You will receive a specialthank-you and name recognition in the pro-gram booklet, guest ticket passes, and invi-tations to special reception dinners with ourguest artists and speakers.

Thank you in advance for supportingthe Arts at Shell Point.

Join the Growing Number of Residents Who Support

FRIENDS OF THE ARTS

MAIL TO — Send this completed form, along with your contribution, to: Dawn Boren at Friends of the Arts 15000 Shell Point Blvd., Ste., 110 • Fort Myers, FL 33908 | Please make checks payable to SHELL POINT. Thank you for your generosity.

Name: _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________ ________________________________

I/We wish to contribute a gift (tax deductible), as a Friend of the Arts, in the amount of $___________________________________

Maestros—$2,500 or more • Composers—$1,000-2,499 • Conductors—$500-999 • Soloists—$300-499 • Chorus—$100-299

I wish to make my contribution in honor, or in memory of _____________________________ _____________________________________________________________

� Yes! I Will Become a “Friend” of the ArtsKEEP THE GREAT PROGRAMS COMING!

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Let the Music Play On…

BY DAWN BOR EN , D I R EC TO R O F

R E S I D E N T L I F E

Sallie Soule (Junonia) and Harold andMartha GIbson (Lakewood) are “Friends.”

After a short break in August, theCrystal Room is open again and readyto serve you. There is a wide array of out-standing options when it comes to dining atthe Crystal Room. Sunday Brunch has beena longtime favorite of Shell Point residentsand their guests. The Crystal is also famousfor their specialty nights like Build YourOwn Stir Fry on Tuesdays, Build Your OwnPasta on Wednesdays, and the Friday nightSeafood Buffet. And coming up later in themonth of September, dining at the Crystalwill get even better with the addition of twonew specialty nights!

Good ol’ Home-Style Cooking – Monday Nights

Do you like good ol’ home-style cook-ing? Then join us on Monday nights whenthe Crystal will be serving some of yourfavorite comfort foods. Enjoy such items asmeatloaf, chicken and dumplings, friedchicken, and pot roast. The delicious spreadwill also include garden vegetables like greenbeans and corn. And don’t forget about mac-aroni and cheese, baked beans, mashed pota-

toes, and more. The chef will prepare twospecial entrees along with a choice of veg-etables and other side dishes. So come on outfor some good ol’ home-style delights onMonday nights.

Dinner at the Diner – Thursday nightsOn Thursday nights the Crystal Room

will be hitting the road to take you to yourfavorite diners with their new Dinner at theDiner. Each week the restaurant will feature aBuild your own Burger station with grilled all-

beef hamburger patties, bakery fresh ham-burger buns, and an array of fresh and tasty fix-ins’. Plus, there will be another main courseitem like chicken tenders, bratwurst, hotwings, or hot dogs. Accompaniments willinclude French fries, sweet potato fries, andother diner staples. Dinner at the Diner willalso include a trip through the Build your ownIce Cream Sundae Bar. Swing into the Dinerthis Thursday and try it for yourself!

Of course, diners who prefer to orderfrom the á la carte menu are welcome to doso during lunch Monday through Friday ordinner Monday through Thursday. The pop-ular Crystal Platter is also available duringthose times. For more information call 454-2199. The daily menu is available atwww.shellpoint.net.

Crystal Dining Room HoursMon – Fri Lunch 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.Mon – Fri Dinner 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Saturday: ClosedSunday Brunch*: 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.*New brunch hours will begin on

Sunday, September 5


Hungry? The Crystal Dining Room Re-Opens with Two New Specialty Nights on the WayB Y G R E G P I N D A R A , C R Y S T A L D I N I N G R O O M M A N A G E R

Meatloaf with all the fixins, fried chicken andpot roast are some of the entrees availableon Home-Style Cooking night on Mondays.

Recently, I passed my11 year milestone with Shell Point. Ican remember my first day at the Shell PointHealth Club as if it were yesterday. Back thenthe classes were divided by gender and theHealth Club looked very different. The steamroom is now the massage room, and the car-dio exercise area has doubled in size. I recallfeeling like the list of new faces and nameswould never end! Little did I know I wouldmake lasting friendships that would span overa decade!

One such friendship is with residentBarbara Owens (Palm Acres). She attendedmy very first ladies’ exercise class 11 years ago.“I’m the only one of the original group whostill attends the class,” Barbara shares.“Melanie and I go back a long time.”

Barbara’s excellent healthcan be attributed to her well-rounded exercise routine. Sheincorporates the four majorexercise components for opti-mal health: cardiovascular,weight training, stretching, andbalance.

Weight training is thesingle most important ofthe four exercise elements.During the aging process, it is normal to expe-rience decreased bone density. Lifting weightsimproves bone strength, skeletal muscles, andconnecting tissues (ligaments and ten-dons). A strong base provides better balance.Stretching contributes a better range ofmotion, and cardio builds up endurance to lift

weights. Each part of the exerciseroutine ties together.

I’d like to thank Barbara for allher years of committed attendance.Her hard work has paid off, and itshows in her walk, physique, andattitude. Barbara agrees with this

assessment. “Every week, I setmy schedule to make sure I getto class - five days a week, if pos-sible. If I miss a session, my day

gets off to a poor start. I wholeheartedly andunconditionally encourage one and all tocome join Melanie and me.”

If you would like to join one of the groupexercise classes, have an orientation at one ofthe three fitness facilities, or sign-up for per-sonal training, please call 454-1111 ext. 2537.

Incorporate All Four Components of FitnessB Y M E L A N I E B R O D , H E A L T H C L U B P R O G R A M L E A D E R

Barbara Owens (Palm Acres)has a fitness routine that includes weight training.


Out of theMouths of Babes

Grandma was in the bathroom, putting on her makeup underthe watchful eyes of her young granddaughter, as she’d done manytimes before. After she applied her lipstick and started to leave,the little one said, “But Gramma, you forgot to kiss the toiletpaper goodbye!”

A young grandson called his grandmother to wish her a happybirthday. When he asked how old she was, she said, “Sixty-two.”He thought for a moment and responded, “Did you start at one?”

After putting her grandchildren to bed, a grandmother changedinto old slacks and a droopy blouse and proceeded to wash herhair. As she heard the children getting more and more ram-bunctious, her patience grew thin. Finally, she threw a towelaround her head and stormed into their room, putting them backto bed with stern warnings. As she left the room, she heard thethree-year-old say with a trembling voice, “Who was THAT?”

A grandmother was telling her little granddaughter what herown childhood was like. She explained, “We used to skate outsideon a pond. I had a swing made from a tire that hung from a treein our front yard. We rode our pony. We picked wild raspberriesin the woods.” The little girl was wide-eyed, taking it all in. At lastshe said, “I sure wish I’d gotten to know you sooner!”

Back to School Stock UpFor the past six years, the Inter -generational Committee has helpedsend kids back to school with many of the nec-essary supplies to get their school years startedoff right. This year, through the generosity ofWallenbrock Office Supply, $9,000 worth ofschool supplies were purchased with the

$4,500 donated by Shell Point residents.On Friday, August 6, employees with chil-

dren and grandchildren entering kindergartenthrough fifth grades were able to pick up bagsfilled with free school supplies. The back toschool bags were stocked with notebook paper,pocket folders, composition notebooks,crayons, markers, dry erase markers, indexcards, pencils, tubes of glue, glue sticks, erasers,scissors, highlighters, and rulers. Each andevery bag was distributed and reached a child

eagerly awaiting the first day of school. School Supply Fund Drive chairperson

Janet Bendall (Coquina) said, “We were ableto fill and distribute 400 bags this year. Andit’s all thanks to the very generous residents ofShell Point. We would like to try for 450 or500 bags next year! The fact that these chil-dren have the supplies to take to school ontheir first day is wonderful. It’s a relief for manyof the parents, too. I think it’s a great projectand it’s one I’m very happy to work with.”

Grandparents Day is on Sunday, September 12. In celebration of thishonorable day, enjoy these amusing remarks from some relentlesslyhonest and surprisingly observant young ones.

A grandson was visiting his grandmother one day when he asked,“Grandma, do you know how you and God are alike?” She mentallypolished her halo and I asked, “No, how are we alike?’’ He quicklyresponded, “You’re both old.”

A young boy was spending the afternoon with his grandfatherwhen he suddenly looked over and asked, “Grandpa, how old areyou?” When the grandfather responded that he wasn’t sure, thegrandson commented, “Look in your underpants! Mine say I’m 4-6!”

A little girl was diligently pounding away on her grandfather’sword processor. She told him she was writing a story. When he askedwhat the story was about, she simply stated, “I don’t know, I can’t read.”

A grandmother was testing her granddaughter’s knowledge ofcolors by pointing to something and asking what color it was. She wasconsistently correct. As the grandmother continued to challenge hergranddaughter, the granddaughter stopped and said, “Grandma, Ithink you should try to figure out some of these for yourself!”

When a 6-year-old was asked where his grandma lived, he said,“Oh, she lives at the airport. When we want her, we just go get her.Then, when we’re done having her visit, we take her back to theairport.”

L-R: Marisol Gonzalez-Pallais (CNA) picks up three sets of school sup-plies for her 3 daughters.Linda Nickerson (EaglesPreserve) gives Shirley Lias(Arbor) school supplies forher family. Joan Perry (Harbor Court) hands GinaHartt (Pavillion) a bag ofsupplies for her child.


Perhaps a Sermon, Perhaps a SongThis fall, during the months of Septemberand October, two new sermon series willtake shape at The Village Church. During theMorning Worship services at 10:15 a.m.,Pastor Ken Nesselroade and Pastor ScottBartholomew will begin a study, based in theSermon on the Mount found in the book ofMatthew. The study will concentrate specif-ically on the Beatitudes.

The word beatitude is derived from theLatin beatus, which means blessed or happy.This designation is appropriate because eachof the teachings begins with the word blessed.

In the Beatitudes, Jesus taught transfor-mation of the inner person and stressed theimportance of humility, charity, and broth-

erly love. Love becomes the motivating forcein the life of the follower of Christ. TheBeatitudes also introduce one of the mainthemes woven throughout Matthew’s Gospel- that the Kingdom solong awaited in the OldTestament is not of thisworld but of the next - theKingdom of Heaven.

On Sunday evenings, Pastor Randy Woods,minister of worship and music, will lead aseries of services celebrating our hymnody.Because hymns have been considered thevoice of a congregation expressing faith andpraise to God, each Sunday evening severalmembers of the congregation will assist Pastor

Randy in this presentation. These serviceswill survey hymns, gospel songs, and Scripturechoruses as we consider the biblical truthsthey express. As we examine the message

content of each chosen piece,we will also consider the sto-ries and testimonies behindthe songs we love to sing. Inaddition to texts, attention

will be given to the various musical styles thatconstitute our Christian heritage in song. Thestudy will help us sing the songs of our faithwith a deeper level of understanding.

Join us this fall for both of these thought-provoking and spirit-enriching studies.Everyone is welcome!

Have you ever experienced a Christmasat Shell Point? One of the most belovedtraditions is experiencing theChristmas cantata that is com-posed by Ruth Rodgers anddirected by Ted Rodgers (PalmAcres). This year’s cantata,“Christmas Again,” is the 15th tobe composed by Ruth and itincludes a Spanish flavor.

Many residents have familythat come and join in the celebra-tion by both participating in thepresentation of the cantata, as well as simply

enjoying it from the audience. If you have an interest in vocal or instrumen-

tal music, you are welcome to join thegroup. All participants from outsidethe community will be sent a copy ofthe music in advance of their arrivalat Shell Point. Rehearsals will beheld every Thursday starting October14. To learn more, contact Ruth orTed at 466-5353.

The “Christmas Again” cantatawill be held at 4:15 p.m. on ChristmasDay in the Resident Activity Center.

Refreshments will follow.

A Christmas Cantata with Spanish Flair

Skillful Playing Impressed the Audience at The Young Artists Steinway Piano RecitalAs the curtains closed around thegloriously lit Steinwaypiano, the audience knewthey were in for a treat. Forthe first time ever, spectatorswere invited onto the stageto experience a recital fea-turing 15 extremely talentedwinners of the FGCU/Steinway 2010 Competition.The students ranged fromseven to 16 years of age.

With the intimate set-ting of approximately 100 audience mem-bers gathered around the piano, thestudents felt comfortable sharing detailsabout how they learned to play piano, as

well as their favorite pastimes. But thosedetails were just a precursor tothe enchantment that followedonce their fingers graced theivory keys. With poise and apti-tude, the students kept theaudience captivated through-out the hour-long show.

Jean Marshall (Cameo)stated, “It was so impressiveand inspiring to see the talentof those young people, andhow they were obviously

enjoying themselves. I was thrilled to goand hope we can have this every year.”

The performers and audience agree -this recital was one of a kind!

Randy Woods introducedeach of the young artistsbefore they entertainedthe crowd with theirpiano performances.

Richard Qian, age 7 played A StreetOrgan by Dmitri Shostakovich

From the Sermon onthe Mount to theSong of the Church

The students ranged from seven to 16 years of age.

Ruth Rodgers has composed 15Christmas cantatas. Instrumentalistsare also encouraged to participate.

Ted Rodgers directsthe performance.


Fall is just around the corner and with itcomes an opportunity to study God’sWord with other women through The VillageChurch Women’s Ministries Fall Bible Study.This season the study will be centered on anencouraging study by Anne Graham Lotz(daughter of Rev. Billy Graham), entitled“The Vision of His Glory – Finding HopeThrough the Revelation of Jesus Christ.”

The Fall Bible study begins Tuesday,

October 5, at 9:45 a.m. at The VillageChurch. During each session ladies will meetto view a video presentation by Anne GrahamLotz and then break into smaller groups for dis-cussion.

The books for the study are available inThe Village Church office and participantswill want to get their books and prepare thefirst lesson in the workbook prior to the firstmeeting on October 5.

Rick and Beth Drummond officiallyretired in 2007 after completing 40years of work as missionaries in Cambodiawith the C&MA. Yet, they found that theirpassion for working with Vietnameserefugees living in poverty and without hopewas as strong as ever.

Beth’s love for the Vietnamese began inher childhood as she grew up in Vietnamwhere her parents worked as missionariesduring the turbulent Vietnam War years. InBeth’s own career as a missionary, she wasled to Cambodia ten years prior to retire-ment. Rick and Beth began working withVietnamese refugees in Phnom Penh.Feeling that their work was not done, theDrummonds made a two-year commitmentto return to Cambodia with InternationalTeams USA to begin the task of identifyingwhere Vietnamese refugees live, determin-ing what means could be used to empowerthem to excel as contributing members ofsociety, and bringing the enduring hope ofChrist into their lives. A vision to train andmentor Asian workers to continue workamong the Vietnamese was an importantpart of the Drummonds’ strategy.

In August of 2009 Beth was at Shell

Point to share about the exciting NewHope floating boat ministry developed onthe Tonle Sap Lake. Though their com-mitment to International Teams USA hasbeen completed, Rick and Beth’s passionfor the Vietnamese endures and theyrecently returned from a five-week trip toVietnam and Cambodia. They visited 11locations in Cambodia where there are largepopulations of Vietnamese and three float-ing villages. Other than one very smallBaptist group in one ofthe floating villages, theDrummonds found nomission or churchreaching out to theseareas. What they didfind was terrible, oppres-sive poverty, horriblesex trafficking, andmasses of people livingwithout hope andknowledge of JesusChrist.

Plagued with the question, “Whatshould we do next?,” the Drummonds begancompiling a comprehensive report of their“Caleb Survey Journey,” and are preparing

several DVD presentations in English andVietnamese to highlight the remaining needamong Vietnamese in Cambodia. They arealso organizing a proposal for an inter-mis-sion/inter-church partnership to reach out

to several new locations.Armed with their years of expe-rience in Southeast Asia, con-tinuing good health and theirenduring passion for theVietnamese people, Rick andBeth desire to travel and con-sult with the goal of initiatingnew works in new places.

Beth will again discuss herexperiences at Shell Point as shepresents at the SeptemberGlobal Outreach meeting on

Wednesday, September 22, at 10:15 a.m. inthe Hospitality Room at the Village Church.All are invited to come for refreshments andto hear Beth share her enduring passion.

Rick and BethDrummond will speakat the Women’sMinistries meeting onSeptember 22.

Fall Bible Study Coming Soon

The Vision of His Glory

WOMEN’S M IN I S TR I E S

WOMEN ’S M IN I S TR I E S

An Enduring Passion for the VietnameseOngoing Efforts Highlight Needs of Children in Southeast Asia

The Village Church has a long historyof presenting great inspirational musicin conjunction with its worship services andconcert series. A comprehensive list of artistswho have contributed to the community’smusical life would read much like a “who’swho” of great Christian artists. Under thedirection of Minister of Worship and Music,Randy Woods, the Season of Praise ConcertSeries brings the finest music and entertain-ment into the heart of the church and com-munity where it may be enjoyed by all.

The Season of Praise will kick off onSunday, November 14, with BalletMagnificat!, America’s premier Christianballet company. Inspired by a true story set inthe war zone of Dutch Haarlem in 1944,Hiding Place taps into the struggle of two sis-ters searching for security in a small hidingplace built in the wall of their home, only tobe discovered and transported to a concen-tration camp to face struggles far exceedingtheir wildest imagination. This heroic storyunveils drama, passion, and pain, as well ashope and joy.

On Sunday, December 12, The VillageChurch Choir will join with local musi-cians including members of the SouthwestFlorida Symphony to present A ChristmasCelebration arranged and orchestrated byBob Krogstad. This work features tradi-tional carols and a few contemporary clas-sics woven together in a tapestry of praise

to celebrate the birthday of a King. Back by popular demand, Tim

Zimmerman and The King’s Brasswill per-form on Sunday, January 9. Well-known fortheir presentations of hymn classics with acontemporary flair, the King's Brass featuresthree trumpets, three trombones, a tuba, per-cussion, and keyboards. These instrumentsblend together to create a time of innovativeworship enjoyed by all generations.

The National Christian Choir, straightfrom our nation’s capital, will perform twoconcerts on Saturday, February 19, andSunday, February 20. Get swept up by thepowerful voices, participatory singing, tendermoments of worship, outstanding soloists,and the ethereal inspiration of being sur-rounded by the 150 singers.

On Sunday, March 6, make way for thezeal and energy of youth of The IndianaWesleyan University Chorale, under thedirection of Dr. Todd Guy. This 85-voiceensemble represents a wide spectrum of fieldsof study and seeks to present the finest levelof performance and ministry in choral musicthrough a diverse repertoire.

The auditorium will resonate with praiseon Wednesday, March 9, as the WheatonCollege Symphonic Band performs underthe direction of Dr. Timothy Yontz. Enjoythe best of traditional and contemporarymusic as this impressive 40+ member stu-dent ensemble performs.

Under the direction of Dr. Bill Griffel,The Purdue Varsity Glee Club will presenttwo performances, on Tuesday, March 15, oftheir tailor-made concert featuring their one-of-a-kind arrangements. With integrity, pas-sion, unparalleled showmanship, andattention to every detail, the men of thePurdue Varsity Glee Club will capture yourheart and spirit.

Ron and Gary Matthews are one of themost gifted and dynamic duet teams in NorthAmerica. They are vocalists, pianists, organ-ists, and trumpeters. With this combinationof superlative talent, the brothers will pres-ent a rare and uplifting musical experienceon Sunday, April 3, that will include a richspirit of worship.

The concert series will conclude onSunday, April 24, with a festive EasterCelebration with 51 Strings. This duo com-bines the musical artistry of Jake Muzzy(Cello) and Hannah Muzzy (Harp). 51Strings will feature music from the classicalrepertoire and original pieces from Hannah'srecording, “Sparkling Waters.”

The Village Church is pleased to pres-ent these special inspirational concerts aspart of the 2010-2011 Season of Praise. Allconcerts require the purchase of a non-refundable $10.00 ticket. Tickets will beavailable at the church office beginningMonday, October 4. Call 454-2147 formore information.

Speak to one another with psalms, hymns and spiritual songs. Sing and make music in your heart to the Lord.

EPHESIANS 5:19

The Village Church is Pleased to Announce

Season of PraiseT H E 2 0 1 0 - 2 0 1 1

Purdue Varsity Glee ClubPurdue Varsity Glee Club

The National Christian ChoirThe National Christian Choir

Ron & GaryMatthews

Ron & GaryMatthews

Indiana Wesleyan University ChoirIndiana Wesleyan University Choir

Jake &HannahMuzzy “51Strings”

Tim Zimmerman and The King’s BrassTim Zimmerman and The King’s Brass

The Village Church Choir and local musicians including the SWFL Symphony

The Village Church Choir and local musicians including the SWFL Symphony

The Wheaton College Symphonic BandThe Wheaton College Symphonic Band

Ballet Magnificat

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