Shell Point Life December 2007

December 2007Vol. 2 Issue 12

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ON TH E CO V E R These two friends share a common passion for fashion. Shell Point

residents Ann Erickson of Eagles Preserve (left) and Winnie Ballard of Lucina (right)

work in the Boutique at Stein Mart, a fashionable designer discount store located in

Fort Myers.

It’s that time of year when familyand friends unite and camerassnap photographs of holiday celebrations.Photos are a special memento of goodtimes and they can capture the essence ofa particular time in our lives in a uniqueway. Photos are especially importantbecause they tell the story of who we areand where we’ve been. A glance at oldphotographs reminds us of specific timesand places and helps us pass these storieson to others.

With this in mind, Shell Point pre-pared this year’s Christmas gift wall calen-dar as a “family album” full of historicalpictures of the way Shell Point was yearsago compared to the way it is today. Thiscalendar will be used throughout 2008 aswe celebrate the 40th anniversary of ourcommunity. Next year will be filled with

events and activitiesto celebrate ouranniversary and helptell the Shell Pointstory. At these eventsyou will be seeing avariety of photo-

graphs from Shell Point’s history and willlearn about some of the major milestonesour community has achieved along theway.

Historical photos aren’t the onlyones you’ll be seeing next year. As youalready know, each month Shell Point Lifeis full of photographs that convey thelifestyle and happenings of our communi-ty. Residents tell us they really enjoy see-

ing photos of themselves and their friends.This month’s issue is no exception as

it is brimming with photographs that recapseveral recent events including Celebration,where the lifestyle at Shell Point with itsmany activities, groups, clubs, volunteerand recreational opportunities was put ondisplay for residents to enjoy and learnabout what is available to them in theirown backyard. Just a few of these greatphotos are shared starting on page 25.

For those of you who have a sillystreak, be sure to check out the photos onpage 20 of the employee pumpkin carvingcontest. It was amazing to see some of thefun and creative entries that variousdepartments put together and you’re sureto get a chuckle.

The Moonlight Over Venice eventthat was held in The Woodlands deliveredup more than just an evening of ItalianRenaissance. Indeed, there are many photosfrom this elegant evening on the back cover– I could go on and on.

The point is this month’s magazineand the pictures inside tell an importantstory – one that shows how full and satis-fying retirement living can be.

It’s a wonderful story and one thatwe are happy to tell!

Mister SandmanSculpt Me a Dream

While folks up North may already bebuilding snowmen, here in Florida wehave our own version – sandmen! But thesearen’t just any old sandmen – these come ina variety of shapes and forms as part of anamazing group of sand sculptures created forthe 21st Annual American Sand SculptingChampionship Festival on Fort Myers Beach.

More than 65,000 people visited theevent and viewed the sculptures over aweeklong period. Shell Point residents hadthe opportunity to view the incredible cre-ations on a resident trip to the event wherethey enjoyed walking the beach, sippingcool drinks, and picking their favorites.

Ultimately, the wind and waves had theirway and the sculptures faded back into obliv-ion awaiting next year when an artist’s imagi-nation will spin a new dream out of the sand.

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

Editor Lynn SchneiderArt Director Rich Cerrina

Graphic Designer Wendy Iverson

Staff ContributorsGene McGonigle, Teri Kollath, Millie Kuehn,Linda Rakos, Randy Woods, Robyn Church,

Rachael Dula, Carol Cooper, Tom Frackenpohl,Jessica Clark, Rochelle Cherniawski,

Mary Franklin, Elizabeth Brown, Ted Yeatts, Linda Hicks, Dawn Boren,

Sarah Patten, McKenzie Boren

Resident ContributorsAnita DeWeese, Chuck Durrell, Bobbi Brown,

Phil Hilton, Pat Specht

Please submit suggestions in writing to LynnSchneider at Shell Point Welcome Center.

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

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

PICTURE THIS!By Lynn Schneider, Editor

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’Tis the Season for PoinsettiasA Mexican legend explains how poinsettias cameto be associated with Christmas. Apparently, a poorlittle girl who could not afford a gift to offer to Christ onChristmas Eve picked some weeds from the side of a road. Thechild was told that a humble gift, if given in love, would beacceptable in God's eyes. When brought into the church, herweeds bloomed into red and green flowers and the congrega-tion felt they had witnessed a Christmas miracle.

Poinsettias originated in Mexico, where the Aztecs usedthem to make a reddish-purple dye out of the

bracts and a medicine for fever from theplant’s latex. Joel Roberts Poinsett,

Ambassador to Mexico in 1825, brought theplant back to his plantation in the U.S. He

grew the plants in his Greenville, SouthCarolina plantation and gave them out asgifts to friends at Christmas.

Since then, poinsettias have becomea symbol of Christmas. Their bright, red

leaves add to holiday cheer in stores, homes, and churches.Today, the annual sales of poinsettias exceed the annual sales ofall other potted plants combined. Poinsettias represent over 85percent of the potted plant sales during the holiday season – tothe tune of roughly 220 million dollars worth of poinsettias sold.

Resident Gift Shop Offers One-of-Kind Gifts As each holiday rolls around, it’s always challenging to findgifts unique for all the special people in our lives. But while you aresearching high and low for those perfect presents, remember our veryown Resident Gift Shop located on the Island at Shell Point!

Open from 9:00 a.m. - Noon and 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., Mondaythrough Saturday, the gift shop features cards, holiday decorations,woodwork, jewelry, accessories, baby and children’s items, and a widevariety of handmade and embellished treasures.

The gift shop functions as a consignment shop for residents to sellthe work of their hands. “Everything in the gift shop is made orenhanced by residents,” shared Gift Shop President, Grayce Gore(Periwinkle). You’re sure to find something entirely original for yourloved ones. So this Christmas season, remember that the gift shop isyour “One Stop Shop” for all your holiday needs.

Deck your Sleigh for the Holiday Golf Cart ParadeJoin your friends and neighbors for a wonderful holiday event forthe whole community on Thursday, December 20th — a Christmas GolfCart Parade around the Island! Residents from the Island, Woodlands, andEagles Preserve should find their best spot on The Island to view the parade,which will start at the Village Church and proceed around the Island, endingup at the Administration Courtyard where the winners will be announced.

Golf carts must be registered to be entered in the parade. To enter yourgolf cart in the Golf Cart Parade, please contact either Service Desk.Registered golf carts will begin lining up at the church at 3:15 p.m. Theparade will begin at 3:45 p.m. Watch your mailbox for further details.

ChristmasMerriment

Gifts Galore!

Steve and Penny Modrich of Nautilus are known by all their friendsas Mr. and Mrs. Santa Clause. The golf cart parade will feature avariety of creative “sleighs” designed by residents.

Don’t Miss Holiday Dining SpectacularFollowing the Golf Cart Parade, why not plan to stay for dinner, as theCrystal Dining Room will be featuring a Holiday Dining Spectacular! It is a great way toget into the festive mood with friends and family. A quartet of traditional carolers will bestrolling through the dining room, singing everyone’s favorite Christmas songs. In additionto the delicious buffet that has been planned, special tasty party treats will include eggnog,cheese and crackers, sweet and sour meatballs, deviled eggs, savory lamb puffs, and so muchmore! Plus, a complete menu of holiday entreés side dishes and desserts. The HolidayDining Spectacular in the Crystal will be on December 20, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Two residents take their love of fashion to a whole new level

Friends

Friends Winnie Ballard andAnn Erickson work in theBoutique at Stein Mart, afashionable designer discount storelocated in Fort Myers. Stein Mart

is a chain of stores with branches scatteredacross the country.

The store is renowned for its high-endfashion at great low prices and theBoutique section is full of particularly niceclothing. Ann and Winnie are employedat the Fort Myers store and have foundthat this small part-time job not onlyfunds their own shopping trips, but alsofills needs for community and friendship.

Winnie and Ann have known eachother for many years and were neighborsin Stuart, Florida before moving to FortMyers. Winnie had friends who lived hereat Shell Point and for years had consideredthe option of moving down herself. Oneyear ago, she took the step, sold her home,packed up, and moved into Lucina, onThe Island at Shell Point.

Ann, who had watched Winnie as shemade the move, decided to follow shortlythereafter. Winnie remarked that manypeople tried to deter her from movingwhen she was still young, but after visitingher friends who were so happy, she repliedthat she was eager to make the Island atShell Point her home. She loves thewater, the birds, and walking her small 7-pound dog around the Island.

Ann now lives in Spoonbill, one ofthe buildings of Eagles Preserve. She saidthat it was great to have a friend, Winnie,already established here at Shell Pointwhen she made the move. She has begun

B Y G I N N Y F I C K E R

ashionable

Working at a department store inthe boutique has offered Winnieand Ann the opportunity to followthe most current trends and styles.

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to build friendships with other EaglesPreserve residents that have moved in overthe last several months. Ann works oneday a week on Tuesdays at Stein Mart.Since Winnie works on Saturdays andTuesdays, the two carpool to work on theday they work together.

Working together has allowed Winnieand Ann to enjoy time in a setting outsideof their homes. They enjoy the ride to workand sometimes take advantage of the free-dom to go out to eat after the work day.

It is the people that keep Winnie com-

ing to work. She loves to meetcustomers and spend the days withthe other employees of Stein Mart.Not to mention, “it gives me lunchmoney—I like to go out to lunch!”Winnie has always been intriguedby clothing, since she grew upwatching her grandmother, whowas a seamstress and a tailor. AndAnn simply can’t resist the fun ofworking at Stein Mart. She is ashopping expert and working atStein Mart gives her a discountto the store and a little extramoney to use on shoppingtrips. So between new friendsand new clothes, these sales-women have a dream job!

Working at a departmentstore in the boutique hasoffered Winnie and Ann the opportunityto follow the most current trends and styles.Some popular themes this year are animalprints, black and white with a bold splashof color, v-neck tops and long skirts.

Stein Mart carries all of these thingsand much more including home furnish-ings, linens, jewelry, accessories and evenmen’s clothing! And that is the best partof Stein Mart, according to Ann. It is aone-stop-shopping experience. Both Annand Winnie have an eye for shoes, so SteinMart’s extensive shoe department alsokeeps these women happy.

Ann’s primary fashion tip is that whenyou are shopping, don’t worry about the sizeyou see on the tag. These days sizes varyfrom store to store and many women get dis-couraged or alarmed because they think thatthey shouldn’t wear something if it is not thenumerical size they are used to.

Ann thinks that whenshopping, you should simply tryon the clothes you like and “buywhat looks good, what you like,and what you feel comfortablein.”

Winnie says that you’vealways got to be true to yourself.Choose outfits that you like;find out what looks good on youby trying things and stick tothose styles. And be sure tochoose colors that you like!

Working at Stein Mart hasbeen one factor in helping themachieve a well-rounded lifestyle

because they have continuedto learn and grow as retailsalespersons. As workingwomen, they are able to havesome time away from homeand enjoy a different setting.And they are finding ways to

unite life at Shell Point withlife at Stein Mart. Winnie has

recruited 17 of her Shell Pointneighbors to do their shopping at

Stein Mart and even won astore-wide contest for bringingin the most new business!

So, if you’re ever outshopping on a Tuesday, stopby Stein Mart for fashionadvice and a nice visit withAnn and Winnie, two veryfashionable friends.

Ann’s favorite fashion tip:“Buy what looks good,what you like, and whatyou feel comfortable in!”

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Winnie loves to meet newcustomers and enjoysspending the day with otheremployees of Stein Mart.

Ann Erickson

Winnie Ballard


The 2007 Florida Democratic PartyConvention was held recently at theDisney Yacht and Beach Club ConventionCenter in Orlando. Four Shell Point resi-dents were excited to attend as delegates tothe convention.

Betty Bainbridge (Periwinkle), JoanWalton (Rosemont), Linda Forcey (Park-wood) and Bobbi Brown (Nautilus) were 4out of 70 elected delegates from LeeCounty. These individuals are electedmembers of the Democratic ExecutiveCommittee of Lee County and representPrecinct 83, which includes all of ShellPoint, Palm Acres, and Punta Rassa. Asdelegates, it is their job to organize theprecinct and get out the vote.

Over 3,000 people attended the 3-day event, which included in-depthtraining sessions designed to get dele-gates ready for the 2008 campaign sea-son, which is right around the corner.They also had the opportunity to hearkeynote speaker Chief Financial Officerof Florida, Alex Sink; and U.S. Senatorof Florida, Bill Nelson. “We interactedwith many exciting people and cameaway feeling energized by the wholeexperience.” said Bobbi Brown.

Ballot Basics from theLee County Elections Office

Are you ready to vote in theupcoming 2008 Presidential Elections?

Don't miss the opportunity to castyour ballot in the next election. Newresidents to the State of Florida need toregister to vote 30 days before the pri-mary election. The cutoff date for voterregistration or to change party affilia-tion is Monday, December 31, 2007.You may obtain a voter registrationapplication at either Shell Point serv-ice desk.

Primary elections are to be heldTuesday, January 29, 2008. Shell Pointresidents belong to Precinct 83 and willdo their voting at The Village Church.To vote by mail, or for general voterquestions, contact the Lee CountyElections Office at 239-533-8683.

30% OF 30-YEAR-OLDS

vote70% OF 70-YEAR-OLDS

vote

Four Shell PointResidents Attend

DemocraticFlorida StateConvention inOrlando

Four Shell PointResidents Attend

DemocraticFlorida StateConvention inOrlando

Bobbi Brown, Linda Forcey, Betty Bainbridge, and Joan Walton


3. Pamper Yourself!

Relax with a fabu-lous massage puttingthe bounce back inyour step or rejuve-nate your skin witha facial, leaving aglowing result.

5. Golden RingsGive the gift of yourself. Take thetime to call one of your friends orneighbors who is staying in theLarsen Pavilion this Christmas.

6. YummyKnow someone who likes toeat out? Give them a dininggift certificate to the PalmGrill or Crystal Room.

10. Smile!Make a memory last forever.Have your photograph takenwith the ones you love bySebrie Images. Contact theservice desk at 454-2054 toschedule your sitting.

12. Silent Night

Invite a friend to the ChristmasEve Carols and Candlelight celebration at The VillageChurch. Join them in an eveningof music as we celebrate thebirth of Christ.

1. The Gift of MusicSpend time together at a special concert.Tickets are available for the Season ofPraise and the Shell Point Fine andPerforming Arts Concerts. They makegreat stocking stuffers!

DiningGift Certificate4. Homemade with Love

Take a trip over to the Shell PointGift Shop and peruse the numerousitems crafted by Shell Point resi-dents. These items aretruly one-of-a-kind.

9. Share it with PrideShell Point logo apparel isavailable at the Shell PointGolf Shop.

Passport

Card

8. Let’s Do Lunch!

Treat your friend to lunch with yourShell Point Passport Card at thePromenade Café, Palm Grill orIsland Café. You might start a fad.

7. Star of the Show!

Surprise your neighbor with aDVD of the episode of SPTVwhere they were interviewedor highlighted. These can bepurchased for $20 from SPTV.Call Rochelle Cherniawski at 454-2055.

11. A New or Enhanced You!Bring in the new year with a newlook by trying a different hair styleor enhance the style you have witha highlight or whisper of color.

You don’t have to travel far or wait in long lines to find the perfect gift. Below are 12 great holidaygift ideas that will really make your friends smile this year, and they are right here at Shell Point.

2. Fore!

Sharpentheir golfgame withlessons fromShell Point Golf Pro Jim Carpenter. Call the Golf Shop at 433-9790.


The UPS Roomin the Island

Tunnel will be abusy place as the

holiday seasonapproaches. To help the dedicated resi-

dent volunteers running the UPS Room dur-ing this busy holiday season, please note thefollowing guidelines.

From Monday, December 3, throughFriday, December 14, the UPS Room will beopen for business for the extended hours of10:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon, for shipping only(with already boxed items), and 2:00 p.m. to4:00 p.m. for preparation and packaging.

Since the volunteers will only be able tohandle two customers at a time, a number willbe given to customers in the order they arrive.Overflow customers may wait in the TarponRoom next door until their number is called.

Preparing your package beforehand isthe easiest and quickest way to get your spe-cial delivery to its recipient. If you go to the

UPS Room during themorning hours, yourpackage should alreadybe boxed and ready tobe shipped.

Please do not justdrop off a package inthe UPS Room andleave it there, as thecustomer needs to payand wait for the pro-cessing to receive theirtracking number fromthe UPS volunteer. Also, please use denom-inations of $1, $5, or $10 bills, as the UPSRoom has only small amounts of change onhand. Only cash or checks are accepted –no credit cards.

Please note that glass and ceramic itemsare not guaranteed. In the afternoon hours,UPS volunteers will be on hand with boxesand packing supplies to help you packageyour materials. The UPS Room remains

unlocked during the day, so you can utilizethese packing supplies.

As you take your Christmas packages tothe dedicated UPS volunteers, let us bethankful for this convenient and helpful serv-ice to Shell Point during this busy season!

If you have any questions, please visit theUPS Room between 10:00 a.m. and 11:00a.m. any weekday or call 466-1111 ext 2423.

UPS READY TO DELIVER

On Friday, November 2, folks camefrom far and wide to peruse and pur-chase from the wide array of over thirty-fivecraft tables at the Shell Point Crafters“Holiday Bazaar.” Impetus for this event wasspearheaded by Rosemont resident, BarbaraHilton, who got things rolling with the firstsuccessful Crafters show held last February.This bazaar was even bigger and better, dueto much more advertising, resulting in manyattendees from outside Shell Point.

Barbara says she saw this kind of event asone that could bring together craft people ofevery kind in one venue that would be ableto attract outsiders as well as residents.

She has been ably assisted by StarrRamsey and Helen Remmington, and thethree of them saw to all the advertising andplacement of free newspaper announce-ments, room layout and tables, and headedup the many, many meetings that alwaysprecede an arts and craft show. Participants

at the Holiday Bazaar reported excellentsales and were generally delighted with howsmoothly the event was run.

A date has been reserved for the 2008bazaar, so now is the time to get working onyour own projects to show and sell nextfall. Of course, if you have the interest andtime, you are most welcome to join in theplanning and presentation of the nextevent as an active committee person. It’sfun and rewarding to be part of such a vitaland important group.

Craft Bazaar A Rousing SuccessB Y P H I L H I L T O N , R O S E M O N T


Come Celebrate the

Season with us!

date Friday, December 7time 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

place Social Center

Enjoy Music, Refreshments

and Special Guests

The Legacy Foundation at Shell Point Cordially

Invites You To a Holiday Open House

Even the most knowledgeable investorknows that in today’s market environment,information about the financial markets aloneis not enough. Sometimes it takes the advice ofan investment professional to put all of thatinformation into context; to know not onlywhat to buy and sell, but when; to determinewhich strategies are complementary to your per-sonal financial goals and to make sure your port-folio is properly positioned. More significantthan the individual securities you hold in yourportfolio, proper asset allocation can increasethe potential for returns while mitigating indi-vidual sector risk.

Seminar - December 11On Tuesday, December 11, 2007 at 10:00

a.m. in the Grand Cypress Room, The LegacyFoundation presents Stock Wrap-Up 2007 andOutlook for 2008. David Moreland, Jr. and JasonScoggins of Morgan Stanley are leading this edi-fying seminar. They are both experienced invest-ment professionals and are attuned to specificfinancial needs and will help you consider themany variables that need to be examined.

In more than 20 years of financialplanning I have often been asked,“How can I get some money out of myIRA or pension plan without paying allof those taxes?” Now after all of theseyears the IRS has provided us with atruly unique opportunity.

If you are 70 1/2 or older, the PensionProtection Act of 2006 may be of signifi-cant benefit to you. This benefit whichis scheduled to expire December 31, 2007allows for IRA rollovers to public chari-ties like Shell Point by IRA owners70 1/2 years of age and older. Only regu-lar and Roth IRAs qualify for therollover. Donors with other qualifiedretirement plans may be able to roll themover to an IRA and then use the IRArollover to make a gift.

IRA owners should contact theirIRA custodian to direct transfers to qual-ified public charities. They will have thetransfer form. The GOOD NEWS isthat the IRA distribution to charityWILL NOT be included in the donor’s

federal taxable income.While there is no charitable income

tax deduction for the IRA rollover, thedistribution is not included in the donor’staxable income, simplifying the donor’stax return and often saving some tax. Anadded bonus is that an IRA rollover byDecember 31 will qualify for all or part ofthe IRA owner’s required minimum dis-tribution for 2007.

Action Required by December 31You and I hear a lot of hype when it

comes to finances these days. This is trulya great opportunity for those who wouldlike to take advantage of it. Act early!Time is of the essence because manytrustees will require two weeks or moreand the opportunity runs out December31. If you would like to learn more aboutgiving through your IRA before year endplease contact me, Tim Stephenson, inThe Legacy Foundation office. I will beglad to talk to you about how you maybenefit Shell Point or any of your favoritecharities through your giving.

Good News from the IRSB Y T I M S T E P H E N S O N , D I R E C T O R O F T H E L E G A C Y F O U N D A T I O N

Stock Wrap-Up 2007and Outlook for 2008

The Legacy Foundation does not offer specific legal or tax advice. As always, you should consult your tax advisor about the specific implications for your situation.

Come Celebrate the

Season with us!

date Friday, December 7time 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

place Social Center

Enjoy Music, Refreshments

and Special Guests

Wishing You a Happy Holiday

& Joyous New Year!Your Legacy Hosts:

Judy, Ann, Tim, Joyce, & Joan

Wishing You a Happy Holiday

& Joyous New Year!Your Legacy Hosts:

Judy, Ann, Tim, Joyce, & Joan


Photo by Pat Specht Lakewood

“Having Roger Williams perform in concert was areal coup for Shell Point,” said Dawn Boren, Directorof Resident Life, “and it was serendipitous to have theopportunity to see and hear the beautiful Steinway LimitedEdition Gold Piano made exclusively for him!”

While all residents who attended the November con-cert had the opportunity to see the gold piano on stage asRoger Williams performed in concert, a special group ofdonors, the Friends of the Arts, were invited to a specialcontinental breakfast on stage behind the curtainthe day before the concert. The guests enjoyednibbling on delectable breakfast goodies and shar-ing special stories about concerts they haveattended in the past.

Several residents tried to pick which concertwas their favorite. But the real fun came whenPat Specht (Lakewood resident) sat at the pianoand played Autumn Leaves – the best-sellingpiano recording of all time, released by Mr.Williams in 1955. In addition, the piano’s histo-ry and artistry was well spoken of by GregBillings, proprietor of the Steinway Piano Galleryof Bonita Springs. The celebration concluded asRandy Woods lead the Friends of the Arts in asing-a-long as Bobbie Greer (Coquina) enthusi-astically played the gold piano.

“The piano itself is beautiful, a real work ofart,” said Randy Woods, Minister of Worship &Music for The Village Church and a member ofthe Fine and Performing Arts Advisory Board. “Iwas very impressed with the piano and it was athrill to get to sit at the keyboard and play a song,”said Woods, although he finished his commentwith a twinkle in his eye, “of course, the Bible tellsus that we should not covet!”

The gold piano was created by the mostwell-known piano company in the world, Steinway & Sons. Steinwayshipped the special grand piano from California to Shell Point for the con-cert via Wheaton Van Lines. In 2004, the creation of the gold piano was thefirst time in the company’s history that Steinway & Sons’ manufactured aspecial piano for one of its artists. The piano was created as a tribute on thepart of Steinway & Sons to honor this special artist and their relationshipwith him.

The gold piano is a Limited Edition, designed in the art-deco style, andreflects architectural lines from that historic period. It features a gold-metallicfinish accented by a high-gloss top coat. Lyrics to the first verse of his mostfamous song, Autumn Leaves, decorate the piano’s perimeter. In addition, fallingleaves appear between lines of the verse. The music desk is decorated with sig-nature notes from the song, and the piano plate inside offers a custom-paintedscene in vibrant fall colors that emulates an autumn landscape. The originalprice of the piano would have been $258,000, but now that the piano hasbecome almost a legend of its own, many music lovers believe it is priceless.

Gold Steinway Piano

Resonates with Roger

Willilams in Concert

Photo by Pat Specht


E-Mail Addresses to be Included in the next Resident Roster

It has become common to keep more thanone phone number in your address book forreaching friends and family members; such askeeping track of a telephone number and a cellphone number — and perhaps even a pagernumber. Nowadays e-mail addresses havebecome another important method of contact.

Work begins soon on the 2008 ResidentRoster and for the first time it will include e-mail addresses. If you would like to includeyour e-mail address simply fill out the permis-sion slip below and give to either service desk.

Or just send your permission to Cyn Haasby e-mail at [email protected].

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Sign Up Now! Sign Up Now!

Yes, Add my e-mail address to the Resident RosterFirst and Last Name:

Address/Court:

E-mail address:

(Clip this completed permission slip and send to either Service Desk or email to [email protected].)

Jared Fogle of Subway Sandwichfame stopped by Shell Point to sharehis inspirational weight loss story. Morethan 200 residents of Shell Point filled theauditorium to hear him tell the ups anddowns of his weight through early childhoodand how he lost a whopping 245 pounds onthe “Subway Diet” as he calls it.

Jared catapulted to overnight fame near-ly ten years ago after embarking on thisunique weight-loss regimen while attendingIndiana University. Weighing in at 425pounds, he knew he had to change his diet

drastically and started eating Subway sand-wiches every day for more than a year. Aftersuccessfully losing the weight, he firstappeared in a national TV ad for the Subwayrestaurant chain in January of 2000, andtoday he juggles a career of motivationalspeaking and media interviews.

“Shell Point residents enjoyed havingJared visit our community as part of his tourthrough Southwest Florida,” said LynnSchneider, assistant vice president of market-ing and communications. “All of our resi-dents recognized him and they were amazed

by his story.”One of the things that really hit home for

many of the seniors was his explanation ofhow he gained the weight as a child.

“Many of the residents here at ShellPoint are grandparents and several men-tioned their personal concerns for grand-children who are dealing with weightissues,” said Schneider. “Childhood obesityis something we are hearing a great dealabout and it has become a national con-cern. Hopefully his tour throughSouthwest Florida will help raise aware-ness for this issue.”

Jared Fogle discussed his life experiencesand offered diet and nutrition tips for all ages.After his presentation, Subway provided freesamples from their Fresh Fit menu for theguests in attendance.

Shell Point Welcomed SubwaySpokesman Jared Fogle

Lex and Eileen Roulston of Parkwood metJared after his presentation.

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DVD Surround Sound ConcertSunday, December 23:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLA Christmas Concert from TronheimCathedral in Norway by the famed St.Olaf Choir.

SPOT & Shell Point Singers ConcertTuesday, December 47:15 p.m.Church Auditorium/ISCome and begin the Holiday Season withyour friends and neighbors as S.P.O.T.(Shell Point's Own Theater) presents thestaged reading of THE CHRISTMASVISION, a poignant story of expectations,and the SP SINGERS will present favoritefestive carols. This is a program that is sureto get you in the Christmas Spirit.

Lunch Outing: Olive GardenWednesday, December 512:30 p.m. Court pickup3:30 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $4.00 (lunch on your own) A much-requested dining destination, OliveGarden is a casual restaurant chain special-izing in Old World-inspired Italian food.Take it light with their famous soup, saladand breadsticks lunchtime deal or indulge ina rich pasta dish. Entrées range $7 to $15.

Evening in ParisWednesday, December 5Dining: 4:00 – 8:00 p.m.Entertainment: 5:00 – 7:30 p.m.Palm Grill/WDLYou’ll feel as though you are dining on theromantic streets of Paris while enjoying theelegant offerings of the Palm Grill. Enjoy aselection of delights including escargot, steakau poivre, snapper en papillote, duck confit,and a chicken and sausage cassoulet whilebeing serenaded by the sounds of SusannaHaslett playing the concertina. Finish yourmeal with a special tarte tatin. À bientôt!

Mac User GroupThursday, December 61:15 p.m.Manatee Room/ISThe Mac User Group here at Shell Pointwelcomes the new Macintosh operating sys-tem “Leopard.” Connie Sutton will addressthe members at the December meeting. Shewill show all the new features and inform thegroup of the many changes. Come join us.We are all in for a treat.

Legacy Open HouseFriday, December 711:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.Social Center/ISLStop in for some holiday cheer and enjoyrefreshments and music with the staff atthe Legacy Foundation. Everyone is

welcome. Details on page 9.

Saturday DVD: The Nativity StorySaturday, December 82:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDL Mary (Keisha Castle-Hughes) and Joseph(Oscar Isaac) make the hard journey toBethlehem for ablessed event inthis retelling ofthe Nativitystory. From direc-tor CatherineHardwicke, thism e t i c u l o u s l yresearched andvisually lushadaptation of theBiblical tale fol-lows the pair on their arduous path to theirarrival in a small village, where they findshelter in a quiet manger and Jesus is born.

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Season of Praise ConcertA Christmas Celebration with Ovid Young and Stephen NielsonSaturday, December 8 at 2:15 p.m.Sunday, December 9 at 6:15 p.m.Church Auditorium/ISTickets: $5.00This second concert in the Season of Praiseseries will feature A Christmas Festival ofKeyboards and Carols presented by theVillage Church Choir. Don’t miss this out-standing performance as it is sure to be aspecial event.

Holiday Sounds ConcertMonday, December 107:15 p.m.Resident Activity Center/ISThis annual affair is a showcase of talentedShell Point resident musical groups includ-ing Tone Chimes and Recorderists, alongwith a special holiday duet and carol sing.Refreshments will follow this festive musi-cal event.

Marie SelbyBotanical GardensTuesday, December 118:00 a.m. Court pickup3:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $28.00 (lunch on your own)Marie Selby donated her Sarasota Bayhome and grounds “to provide enjoyment forall who visit the Gardens.” Take this oppor-tunity to explore the oasis of tropical beautyleft so kindly by Mrs. Selby. The Gardensshowcase over 20,000 plants from 214 plantfamilies, including 6,000 live orchids, in out-door and display house gardens. Come alongfor an enjoyable day trip to this very specialplace. Lunch will be available on site.

Legacy Seminar — Stock Wrap-Up2007 and Outlook for 2008Tuesday, December 1110:00 a.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLPresented by the Legacy Foundation, DavidMoreland, Jr. and Jason Scoggins of MorganStanley are leading this edifying seminar.They are both experienced investment pro-fessionals and are attuned to specific finan-cial needs and will help you consider themany variables that need to be examined.

Jesus: the MovieTuesday, December 117:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLSee for yourself as you take a remarkablejourney into ancient Palestine to watch Hislife unfold. From award- winning producerJohn Heyman and scripted directly from theHoly Scriptures, this film will take you toover 200 locations in Israel. The filmmakersspent five years researching the culture andcustoms to present the story of Jesus.

Shell Point Photo ClubThursday, December 13 2:15 p.m.Manatee Room/ISResults of a scavenger hunt will be presented. Alist of specific objects to photograph were givento club members at the previous meeting. Thiswill show how creatively different photogra-phers have approached the same subject.

Edison Holiday HouseFriday, December 146:00 p.m. Court pickup9:30 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $22.00Christmas in Southwest Floridawouldn’t be the same without a visit to theEdison Ford Estates Holiday House. Explorethe 20 acres of gardens and historical homesall dressed up for the holidays. This is a self-guided walking tour. This year’s theme is “ATrip to the Past.”

Saturday Excursion: Flamingo Island Flea MarketSaturday, December 159:00 a.m. Court Pickup3:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $7.00 Housed in two long buildings, this BonitaSprings market is the bazaar of discounters, aplace where you can purchase anything fromsoup to nuts, leather to lace, and householdgoods, including the kitchen sink! There areover 600 vendors to choose from. Why notinvite a friend along and enjoy a shoppingadventure?

DVD Surround Sound ConcertSunday, December 163:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLChristmas with Andre Rieu – A delightfulprogram from Germany.

Spirit of the Gulf ChorusMonday, December 177:15 p.m.Church Auditorium/ISTickets: $5.00 (Residents)$10.00 (Guests)You won’t want to miss this amazing chorusperform! The Spirit of the Gulf Chorus is amember of Sweet Adelines International andhas won numerous regional competitionsand awards over the last five years. Now, thisrenowned vocal group comes to Shell Pointto share a Christmas concert that won’t soonbe forgotten. Pick up tickets at either servicedesk beginning December 3rd!

Parrot Key via the Beach CatTuesday, December 1811:00 a.m. Board at Welcome Center dock 3:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $25.00 (lunch on your own)Come aboard the Beach Cat, a 40-foot cata-maran, for a leisurely cruise to Salty Sam’sMarina in Matanzas Harbor. Enjoy the casu-al waterfront atmosphere of Parrot KeyCaribbean Grill. Entrees range from $17.00to $40.00 and sandwiches begin at $8.00.

Beach DayWednesday, December 198:30 a.m. Court pickup3:30 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $15.00 We will ‘weather’ the snowbirds and thewinter climate and head down to ourfavorite sandy spot – Delnor Wiggins StatePark in Naples. Keep warm by the grills, ifneeded, as they’ll be fired-up and ready forgrilling burgers and dogs.

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Holiday Golf Cart Parade Thursday, December 203:15 Carts Line up at Church3:45 p.m. Parade Starts(signup required)

Join your friends and neighbors for this funcommunity event! The parade will beginat the church and proceed around theIsland. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy thefun or participate yourself. Residents withgolf carts are invited to become a part ofthe parade by signing up at either servicedesk. Golf carts should be decorated forthe season and prizes will be awarded forthe most festive! The parade will end atthe Courtyard where the winners will beannounced. More details on page 3.

Holiday Dining SpectacularThursday, December 204:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.Crystal Dining RoomCarolers will be singingour favorite Christmassongs as sweet treats willinclude eggnog, cheeseand crackers, sweet andsour meatballs, deviledeggs, savory lamb puffs, and much more!

Are You SmarterThan a Fifth Grader?Friday, December 213:30 p.m.Grand Cypress/WDLClass is in session! Step up to the podiumand put your smarts on the line to see ifyou’re smarter than a fifth grader. Based onthe hit TV game show, this game features ourown wisecracking host putting ordinary resi-dents to the test by having them answer realquestions from a 5th grade curriculum.Come and play for prizes or just to enjoy thefun and laughs with friends and neighbors!

Christmas Eve Carols and Candlelight ServiceMonday, December 247:15 p.m.Village Church/ISCome celebrate the Birthday of a King aswe retell the Christmas Story and sing ourpraises to the Christ Child by candlelight.

Christmas CantataTuesday, December 254:15 p.m.Resident Activity Center/ISDon’t miss the twelfth annual performanceof this Shell Point tradition. This year theywill be performing “With All My Love,”which was written and composed by RuthRodgers (Palm Acres) and directed by TedRodgers (Palm Acres.) The cantata will bepresented by a group of musicians and choirmembers consisting of Shell Point residents,their families and friends. Come join themfor a Christmas celebration and plan on stay-ing for refreshments.

Clewiston Sugarland TourThursday, December 277:30 a.m. Court pickup3:30 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $45.00 (lunch included)Travel to the historical “Sweetest Town” ofClewiston for an informative heritage andhistorical tour. We will get an up-close lookat a sugar cane farm, the sugar refinery, citrusjuice plant and tour the renovated ClewistonMuseum. Lunch at the Clewiston Inn will bea part of this wonderful day as well. Please

note that any portions of the tour may not beavailable due to schedule conflicts, mainte-nance, down-time or poor weather. Also, itwill be necessary to wear a provided hairnetduring the refinery visit. Refinery visit pro-hibited items: sandals, open heeled shoes,jewelry other than wedding rings, gum, food,drinks, cameras, video equipment, clothingwith sequins, glitter and embellishments.

Movie Night: Mrs. Palfrey at the ClaremontThursday, December 277:15 p.m.Social Center /ISMovie Night departsfrom its usual showingof classics for thisheartwarming 2005drama. Joan Plowrighttakes the title rolebased on the best-sell-ing novel by the samename. After travelingto London to be closerto her 26-year-old grandson (LorcanO’Toole), the recently widowed Mrs. Palfreymoves into a local hotel while she waits —and waits — for him to return her calls. Butwhen fate introduces her to a kindly youngwriter (Rupert Friend), she finds the familyshe’s always wanted.

Dinner Outing: P.F. ChangsFriday, December 284:15 p.m. Court Pickup8:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $8.00 (dinner on your own)Fresh, contemporary and consistentlyoutstanding are the trademarks of P.F.Chang’s China Bistro at Gulf Coast TownCenter Mall in Estero. Working in a dramat-ic exhibition kitchen, they use Mandarinstyle wok cooking to prepare the dynamicmenu. Enjoy a traditional favorite such asCashew Chicken and Moo Goo Gai Pan ortry something unique like Oolong MarinatedSea Bass or Wok Seared Lamb.

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

Walking required

EVENTS • PROGRAMS • PARTIES • MOVIES • OUTINGS • EXCURSIONS

New Year’s Eve DanceMonday, December 319:00 p.m. - MidnightGrand Cypress/WDLCost: $20.00We’ll be dancing the night away as we count-down to midnight! Join us for this specialevening featuring music by The TownsmenOrchestra—an eleven piece band withvocalist. Hot hors d’oeuvres and decadentdesserts will be served. There will be party

favors for all and great door prizes. So, getyour dancing shoes ready and prepare your-self for an elegant evening.

Coming inEarly January

“The Wizard of Oz” Performance by the Baillie PlayersThursday, January 33:15 p.m.Church Auditorium/IS Welcome the talented Baillie Players backto Shell Point as they present a matinee per-formance sure to entertain and delight all!Gloria Martin portrays Dorothy whileMilner, Dottie and Buren play the other 15roles in this fast paced version of The Wizardof Oz. You won’t want to miss this cabaretrendition of the well-known musical.

Shell Point’s 40th Anniversary CelebrationFriday, January, 11, 2008Church Auditorium/ IslandSee Shell Point Life January.

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

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

SUNDAY9:15 Christian Life Studies9:00 Christian Studies (WDL)10:15 Morning Worship1:15 Mixer Golf League3:00 CD Surround (Dec. 2, 16)6:15 Evening Service

MONDAY8:45 Lap Robes (Dec. 3)9:15 Billiards9:15 Pottery10:30 King’s Men Bible Study1:00 Mah-Jongg (Sabal Room, Commons)1:15 Table Tennis1:15 Scrabble1:15 Shuffleboard1:15 Tone Chimes 2:00 Beading Club 3:00 Bible Study (Arbor)7:00 Pinochle7:00 Duplicate Bridge

TUESDAY8:15 Women’s Golf League9:15 Painting Class9:15 Stamp Project

12:45 Intro to Duplicate Bridge1:00 Mixed Progressive Pairs Bridge1:45 The Rollicking Recorderists6:45 Hymn Sing (Dec. 11)

WEDNESDAY7:45 Men’s Bible Study8:45 Resident Council (Dec. 5)9:00-12:00 Geraci Travel9:15 Watercolor Group9:45 Ladies Bible Study11:15 Computer Q & A /IS (Dec. 12)1:00 Chess1:15 Table Tennis2:15 Huggie Hearts2:15 Knitter’s Anonymous (Dec. 19)2:30 Jazz ‘N Stuff 3:00 Bible Study (King’s Crown)5:45 Village Church Choir Rehearsal7:15 Bible Study & Prayer

THURSDAY8:00 Men’s Golf League 9:30 Current Events Group10:15 On-Line Investors (Dec. 20)1:15 Mac User Club (Dec. 6)1:15 SPOT Play Readers (Dec. 6, 20)

1:15 Mah-Jongg (Library Lounge, RAC) 2:15 Computer Club (Dec. 20)2:15 Handwork (Dec. 13, 27)7:00 Trailblazers Bible Study

FRIDAY8:00 Intrepid Bike Riders (Dec. 14, 28)9:15 Stamp Project10:15 Genealogy (Dec. 14) 10:15 Inquiring Minds11:15 Fit & Healthy1:00 Mixed Progressive Pairs Bridge1:15 Quilters1:15 Table Tennis1:30 Vespers (Arbor)2:15 Resident Quarterly Meeting (Dec.7)2:45 Vespers (KC)3:15 Ballroom Dancing 3:15 Great Decisions (Dec. 7, 21)6:45 Game Night

SATURDAY8:00 Adopt-a-Road (Dec. 15)9:00 Coffee Social9:45 Bridge Supervised Play 1:00 Chess7:00 Duplicate Bridge

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Once again, for the third year, TheAngel Tree will be a pretty focal point in thePavilion lobby during the 2007 HolidaySeason. The Angel Tree concept began in2005 with the Chaplain’s MinistryCommittee of the Larsen Pavilion Auxiliary.Its purpose is to honor the memory of thoseresidents who passed away this year.

The angel orna-ments feature a gold-en seashell body to

represent Shell Point, gold satin ribbon forthe wings and the dress, a white woodenmarble for the head and a gold-beadedhalo. Combining all of these materials toproduce the beautiful angels is the creativeexpression of many Pavilion residents.

Once the angels are completed, theyare hung on the Christmas tree. At the end

of the Holiday Season, the angels are madeavailable to surviving family members to beadded to their treasured memories of theirloved one.

You can view the memorial tree, andthe sparkling angels adorning it, through-out the month of December.


support groupsresident updatesLow Vision Enrichment GroupTuesday, December 11, 2007, at 10:15 a.m. in the SocialCenter. Refreshments will be provided. Contact: RebeccaLadner, case manager, at 454-2101 for information.

Parkinson’s Support GroupMonday, December 3, at 10:15 a.m.Village Church Hospitality RoomContact: Janine Hammond, case manager, at 454-2186.

Cancer Support ProgramThe goal of this resident-led group is to establish aone-on-one mentoring connection between newly diagnosed cancer patients and cancer survivors. Contact: Barbara Maruchi (Lakewood) at 433-9488.

Grief Share Bereavement GroupTuesday, December, 4 at 2:45 p.m. Village Church Hospitality Room.Sponsored by The Village Church and led by Janet Howard.

The Shield Caregivers’ Support GroupThere will be no meeting in December. Meetings will resume inJanuary. This resident-led group is an informal gathering thatoffers fellowship, encouragement, and spiritual reliance for all caregivers. If you have questions, please call 482-8633.

Mended Hearts Support Group for Heart PatientsNo meeting in December. Meetings resume in January. If youhave questions, call Lex Roulston (Parkwood) at 432-0985.

Welcome New ResidentsJohn T. & Katherine G. Bailey of Chautauqua, NY, to 16513

On Par Blvd. Laurence A. & Ellen D. Chrouch of Maineville, OH, to 16422

On Par Blvd. 481-7188Harriet F. Reece of Fort Myers, FL, to 4700 Junonia 489-0374W. David Rose of Santa Rosa, CA, to 505 Periwinkle Ruth G. Soule of Fayetteville, NY, to 2400 Sundial

Transfer of Apartment Gladys Abramoska of 2501 Harbor Court to 8404 ArborJoanna Bach of 11401 Oakmont to Larsen PavilionReverand Don & Gail Creager of 11808 Oakmont to 11805

OakmontPauline Murray of 11310 Oakmont to Larsen PavilionSam Parrott of 4805 Turban to 3624 King’s CrownDavid & Jean Taber of 9610 Parkwood to 2632 & 2633

King’s CrownConstance Tullus of 12307 Lakewood to Larsen PavilionClyde Varner of 100 Macoma to 8222 Arbor

Corrections to Resident RosterGinny Krautheim of 16646 On Par Blvd. 481-8693Barbara Schnoes of 16414 On Par Blvd. is known as BabsJohn & Marcia Stokes of 438 Royal Bonnet 246-4084

The Larsen Pavilion AngelTree Tradition

L-R Bob Sanford (Harbor Court), Dr. Sam Stoesz (Arbor), Doris Sanford(Harbor Court)


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MON . .3 . . .Birthday Party w/Tune Toppers(CMR)....2:00 p.m.TUES .4 . . .Arbor Tree Lighting Ceremony (1FL) ......6:00 p.m.THUR .6 . . .Men’s Pizza & Movie (1CK)(1SR)............4:00 p.m.FRI . . . .7 . . .Lunch trip w/KC to

Outback Steakhouse (1FL) ..................10:45 a.m.MON .10 . .Ladies Pre-Holiday Tea Party (1CK)........2:30 p.m.TUES .11 . .Golden Road Band (CMR) ........................2:00 p.m.WED .12 . .Arbor Candlelight Dinner

Leslie Gregory, harpist (1DR) ..............5:00 p.m.THUR 13 . .Arbor Christmas Cantada (2FM/1FL) ......2:00 p.m.MON .17 . .Arbor/KC Holiday Lights

Bus Tour (1FL) ......................................6:45 p.m.TUES .18 . .Health Talk w/Carol Clark, ARNP — . . . . . . . . . . . “Managing Medication Effects” (CMR) ....3:15 p.m.WED .19 . .Ladies Pizza & Movie (1CK)(1SR) ..........4:00 p.m.THUR 20 . .Carol Sing w/Dot and Friends (2FM) ......6:30 p.m.FRI . . .21 . .Songs to Remember (CMR) ......................3:00 p.m.MON .24 . .Lunch trip w/KC to PF Chang’s ............10:30 a.m.WED .26 . .Vivian Aiello, violinist (1FL) ....................4:30 p.m.THUR 27 . .Mid-Day Movie: Grand Canyon,

Amphitheater of the Gods (1SR) ..........2:00 p.m.FRI . . .28 . .Tune Toppers (CMR) ................................2:30 p.m.MON .31 . .New Year’s Eve Dinner Party:

Music Makers Quintet (1FL) ................5:00 p.m.

MON......3 ......Carol Driscoll, keyboards (2D) ............10:00 a.m.MON......3 ......Music Trio (3AR) ..................................10:30 a.m.TUES ....4 ......Ruth Rodgers (3AR) ............................10:00 a.m.THUR....6 ......Residents Council (3AR)......................10:00 a.m.TUES....11 ......Ruth Rodgers (3AR) ............................10:00 a.m.TUES....11 ......St. Michael’s Choir (throughout) ..........3:00 p.m. MON ....17 ......Music Trio (3AR) ..................................10:30 a.mTUES....18 ......Ruth Rodgers (3AR) ............................10:00 a.m.TUES....18 ......Christmas Carol Party (3AR) ................6:00 p.m.THUR ..20 ......Christmas Carol Party (2AR) ................6:00 p.m.FRI ........21 ......Tour of the Lights Bus Trip....................6:00 p.m.

SAT ......1 ......Leslie Gregory, harpist (A) . . . . . . . . . .1:00 p.m.MON ....3 ......Nostalgia, singers (A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2:00 p.m.FRI ........7 ......Current Events w/Dr. Dodd (2NP) . . .10:30 a.m.FRI ........7 ......Lunch Trip w/Arbor to

Outback Steakhouse (L) . . . . . . . . . .10:30 a.m.MON....10......Movie: Holiday Inn (A) . . . . . . . . . . . . .1:00 p.m.MON....10......Golden Road Quartet (A) . . . . . . . . . . . .7:00 p.m.WED ....12......Tom Cannon, entertainer (A) . . . . . . . . .1:00 p.m.THUR ..13......Tune Toppers, jazz trio (A) . . . . . . . . . . .2:00 p.m.SAT ......15......Tommy Barr, guitarist (A) . . . . . . . . . . . .2:00 p.m.SUN ....16......Fiddlin’ Bill, entertainer (A) . . . . . . . . . .1:00 p.m.THUR ..20......Dante, entertainer (A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2:00 p.m.FRI........21......Current Events w/Dr. Dodd (2NP) . . .10:30 a.m.SAT ......22......Wally Maxima, accordion (A) . . . . . . . . .1:00 p.m.MON....24......Lunch trip w/Arbor to P.F. Chang’s (L) .10:15 a.m.MON....24......Vicki Lei, singer (A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1:00 p.m.THUR ..27......Tune Toppers, jazz trio (A) . . . . . . . . . . .2:00 p.m.

In Loving MemoryDonald Brunner (September 8)Margaret Brunner (October 5)

Anna Alquist (October 6)Karl Link (October 8)

Charlotte Denges (October 9)Edward Smiadak (October 10)Elizabeth Dotter (October 11)

James Deloye (October 15)Eleanor Kyle (October 15)

Ruth Manecke (October 15)Leroy Berkheiser (October 16)

Barry Rank (October 17)Doris Salvesen (October 19)Paul Anderson (October 22)

Irene Silver (October 22)William Martens (October 25)Ronald McIndoe (October 25)

DecemberEvents

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The Island Café has long beenknown for serving up satisfying andfilling breakfasts, providing an array ofmouth watering sandwiches fresh off thegrill or stacked deli-high, and warm person-able hospitality provided by charmingaccommodating staff.

Now in addition to offering breakfastsand casual lunches, the Island Café hasintroduced a home-style dinnerserved at home-style prices from4:00 p.m. until 7:00 pm. Eachand every afternoon there issomething unique to comfort theappetite and pocketbook.

The Island Café is open 7days a week from 7:00 to 7:00,

and is designed for con-venience and casual din-ing in a relaxed atmos-phere, which is a greatplace to meet your friendson the way to or from a

personal errand orappointment.

Stop by and enjoy a cup ofcoffee or a complete breakfastthroughout the day.

For lunch and dinnerThe Island Cafe menu fea-tures made-to-order ham-

burgers, steak sandwiches, andgrilled chicken dishes. There arealso made-to-order deli-style

sandwiches, which areaccompanied by aselection of fresh sal-ads and desserts. Forconvenience there is acadre of grab and gomeals such as salads,sandwiches, and even

desserts that are available to eat in or takeout for “residents on the run.” If you needto save a trip to the grocery store we dooffer, in addition to the above mentioneditems, fresh fruit, milk, cereals, snacks andbread.

So remember, think 7-7-7 at the IslandCafé, and by the way did you need any icecream?

When You Think of the Island Café

Think 7-7-7B Y A L S L I C K E R S , D I R E C T O R O F H O S P I T A L I T Y S E R V I C E S

Evening in ParisWednesday, December 5, 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.On Wednesday, December 5th, the Palm Grill will get lost in Paris. You’ll feelas though you are dining on the romantic streets of Paris while enjoying theelegant offerings of the Palm Grill. Everyone will enjoy a fabulous selectionof delights including escargot, steak au poivre, snapper en papillote, duckconfit, and a chicken and sausage cassoulet while being serenaded by thesounds of Susanna Haslett playing the concertina. Entertainment is from5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Finish your meal with a special tarte tatin. À bientôt!

DecemberDiningEvents

Holiday Dining SpectacularThursday, December 20, 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.Don’t miss the Crystal Room’s seasonal spread of sweet treats including eggnog, cheese and crackers, sweet and sour meatballs, deviled eggs, savory lamb puffs, and so much more! For your listening pleasure carolers will be singing favorite Christmas songs. The Crystal Holiday Dining Spectacular will begin following the Christmas Golf Cart Parade around the Island. Join your friends and neighbors for this community holiday spectacular!


The holiday season is a joyous andfestive occasion at Shell Point, andthe Hospitality Services Department joinsin the celebration by offering a wide varietyof dining locations and options during theholidays.

The Island CaféThe Island Café is available for a casual

breakfast and lunch on Christmas Day.Whether you prefer a fresh baked pastry anda cup of coffee or a complete breakfast cookedto order from the grill, the Island Café staffwill be ready to serve you. Or if you are hav-ing a traditional dinner later in the day andwould like a light lunch, the Island Café issure to please. The Island Café is open from7:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Christmas Day,and you can dine in or carry out.

Crystal RoomAn extensive traditional Christmas

buffet will be offered in the Crystal Roomfrom 11:00 a.m. to 2 p.m. Menu choicesinclude hand-carved prime rib of beef, roastturkey and baked ham, holiday favorite veg-etables, and an array of holiday desserts onthe dessert buffet table. The Crystal’s exten-sive salad bar and freshly baked breads androlls will also be ready and waiting. Seatingin the Crystal Room is based on the avail-ability of tables. Parties of six or more canbe accommodated in the Social Center, butby reservation only. The same menu will beoffered in both locations. The deadline forgroup reservations in the Social Center isMonday, December 17. Call 454-2199 orsee Debbie Dalrymple and her team of din-ing room hostesses to make reservations.The Crystal Room will close for theevening meal, so that our employees can

enjoy a holiday meal athome with their families.

Palm GrillFor Christmas dinner

with waited table service,please visit the Palm Grillfrom 11:00 a.m. - 4:00p.m. Manager Tom Irwinand Chef Joel Bachhuberwill feature a special holi-day menu. Choose fromtriple tail Oscar, roastedturkey dinner, pork ten-derloin with a dried cherrysauce, or sliced wholeroasted strip loin. Dinners include a choiceof roasted red bell pepper bisque or reindeersalad. Prices range from $19.95 to $23.95.The Palm Grill does not accept reservations.

Family FeastAnother very popular option for

Christmas Day is the “Family Feast” mealavailable from the Crystal Room. If youwould like to have a traditional Christmasmeal prepared for you and ready to servein your own home, this could be the per-fect choice for you. The feast includes awhole roasted turkey or baked ham, pota-toes, dressing, gravy, cranberry sauce andvegetable for just $44.95 and will serve 8people. A deluxe feast is also available. Itincludes a pumpkin pie and one dozendinner rolls in addition to all of the othermenu items. The price for the deluxefeast is $49.50. Orders must be placedbefore December 17 and will be ready forpickup at the Crystal Room on ChristmasDay. Call 454-2199 or stop in the CrystalRoom and place your order.

New Year’s DayJoin us in the Crystal Room to welcome

in the new year on Tuesday, January 1,2008. The Crystal will be open for buffetservice from 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. forlunch and 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. for dinner.The menu will feature roast pork and sauer-kraut, black eyed peas, greens and corn-bread, an old Southern traditional menu forgood luck throughout the upcoming year.

Many of you already know about themany benefits of having a Passport DiningMeal Plan, but did you know that anotheradvantage for Shell Point residents isexemption from the sales tax when youpresent your Passport card at the time ofmeal purchase, regardless of whether or notyou have purchased a declining balancemeal plan? The Passport card allows us to

quickly verify the identity of residents andkeep track of the purchase to allow us theability to offer the sales tax exemption.This is a positive benefit for all of our res-idents and can be enjoyed in any of our din-ing facilities with or without a meal planpurchase. We hope this will be an addedincentive to encourage your participationin one of our many dining programs.

HOLIDAY DININGOPTIONS AT SHELL POINTL I N D A R A K O S , A S S I S T A N T D I R E C T O R H O S P I T A L I T Y S E R V I C E S

Christmas Day HoursIsland Café: 7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Crystal Room: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Promenade Café: closed

Palm Grill 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

New Years Day HoursIsland Café: 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Crystal Room: 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

and 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Promenade Café: 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Palm Grill: closed

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Employees participated in theemployee pumpkin carving contestheld in October with amazing enthu-siasm and creativity. 28 entries weresubmitted including some that werecarved, painted, and many that wereturned into artful displays thatworked the pumpkin itself into anentire scene.

The employees had a lot of funwith this event and the residentsenjoyed being the judges of whatturned into a silly art exhibit.

Not only was this a fun couple ofdays for the residents who really

enjoyed voting, but it was also a slotof fun for the employees who partici-pated.

Out of the 266 votes cast by res-idents here are the winners:Funniest – FitnessScariest – Crystal Dining RoomBest Dept. Theme – WoodshopHon. Mention – TransportationBest Carved Pumpkin – WoodshopCleverest – Pavilion 1st fl, 2nd shiftMost Artistic- WoodshopPrettiest – Sales and Marketing

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The much-anticipated renovationproject has begun at King's Crownand to kick off the construction project,residents of the building were invited toattend a special meeting to meet the lead-ership of the renovation team that will bemanaging the construction.

Rita Southern, director of assisted liv-ing, and three members from Steven'sConstruction addressed the crowd of resi-dents at the "Get to Know the Contractors"event. The contractors introduced them-selves, and explained the first steps theywill take in the one-year renovation projectwhich focuses on re-designing and re-deco-rating the ground floor and bringingenhancements to the six parlors, as well asnew wallpaper, lights, carpet and doorsthroughout the building.

Lenny Macari, project manager of dailyoperations, explained that they will provideresidents with construction updates andunderscored the importance of safety dur-ing the renovation. He said the construc-tion crews will do their best to keep noiseto a minimum.

Rita explained the construction guide-lines that Steven's Construction haspledged to take to do their best to try to beunobtrusive and cause the least amount ofinconvenience to King's Crown residentsand staff as possible.

The project will transform the interiorentrance area to King's Crown, whichincludes shifting the reception area aroundand adding a new lobby and lounge.Contemporary new flooring, wall treat-ments and enhanced lighting will show offa lovely entrance that will greet residentsand guests.

The interior structural work will bedone in phases, starting on the groundfloor; then on to the third floor, working onthe North wing first, then beginning on theWest wing after completing 50% of theNorth wing. After the third floor is donethey will do the second floor, then the firstfloor, ending with the completion of theground floor. Fall 2008 is the anticipatedcompletion date.

Rita expressed the excitement andenthusiasm for the future CommunityRoom and Grand Salon and reminded thegroup to have patience as they do some cre-

ative planning for group activitiesto meet the needs of the manygroup functions and activities nor-mally held there. Having a littlemore flexibility than usual willallow everyone to smoothly sailthough the renovation period. Inthe end though, residents agreedthat the renovation will be wellworth it, as the renovation designboards were displayed and residents couldsee the impressive renderings of new col-ors, textures and living spaces.

Building ConfidenceKing’s Crown Residents Meet their ContractorsB 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

Representatives were on handfrom Steven’s Construction tospend time visiting with residentsof King’s Crown and explain theprocess.

The project will transform the interior entrance area to King'sCrown, which includes shifting the reception area around andadding a new lobby and lounge.


Maiden Voyagefor Suzy Q NarratorSue Moore is an avid birder,and enjoys sharing her love ofnature with others. She passes alongher expertise to others aboard theSuzy-Q, where she just recently beganas a narrator. “All birders start outknowing nothing – you should neverturn away. Through the kindness andeducation from other birders, you getbetter at the birding game.” What isthe best perk of her job? “It gives mean opportunity to get to know a lot ofresidents I would never come in con-tact with.” See you on board, Sue!

On November 14, residents filledtheir plates with delicious dishesreminding some of vacations to Mexico orthe years they spent in SouthernCalifornia. In celebration of South of theBorder Night, the Crystal offered guests

authentic Mexican cuisine highlightingthe staples of Latin cooking: rice, corn, beefand chicken. Dishes included Chile Verde,Snapper Vera Cruz, Beef Enchiladas, andFajitas. When it came to the side dishes,the chefs did not disappoint with theirofferings of the traditional Mexican rice:Arroz a la Mexicana along with PappasFritos, Frijoles Charro, and grilled Polenta.Diners found the food to be spiced to theirliking with full flavor but little to no heat.

Jose Medina and his “Caribbean

Sounds Trio” brought smiles around theroom as they filled the Crystal with thesounds of Mexico. The trio played theirguitars tableside while singing in harmonyand inviting participation from the diners.The enthusiastic staff of the Crystal joinedin on the fun with sombreros, maracas andspectacular service.

Even the Crystal’s famous limitlessdessert buffet was influenced by the fiesta!The standard offering of pies, cookies andcakes was enhanced with the addition ofChurros filled with strawberry and caramelfilling. These delicious treats are a friedMexican pastry coated with sugar and cin-namon. A decadent sampling of flan wasalso available. Many residents stayed afterthe completion of their meal to enjoy theexcellent music while sipping on AguasFrescas- Watermelon, Pineapple and CitrusFruit Drinks. As always, diners left theCrystal full and happy! Ole!

South of the Border Night

Bird Specialist SueMoore beamed duringher first day on the jobas a Suzy-Q narrator.


Stephen Nielson &Ovid Young

Two Performances!December 8 and 9

Advent Service of Lessons and Carols

Sunday, December 2 at 6:15 p.m.

Begin the Advent Season withthis traditional worship celebration

which will include scripture readingsand hymn singing. The service will

feature organist, Calvin Johansson (Cameo)playing Buxtehude’s “How Brightly Shines the MorningStar” and Bach’s “Now Come, Redeemerof Our Race” and “In Dulci Jubilo.”

The congregation will enjoy theretelling of the prophecy of Christ throughthe singing of familiar advent carolsand hymns. Several readers willspeak the scripture lessons thatrecount the Advent message.

Attending the AdventService of Lessons and CarolsSunday, December 2, at 6:15p.m., is the perfect way to preparefor the Christmas Celebration.

TWO PIANOSFour Hands

Christmas Eve Carols and Candlelight Service

Monday, December 24 at 7:15 p.m.

Come celebrate the Birthdayof the King as we tell the Christmas

Story and sing our praises to theChrist Child by candle-

light on Monday,December 24,at 7:15 p.m.

A Christmas Festival of Keyboards and Carols will bepresented by The Village Church Choir with virtuoso duopianists Stephen Nielson and Ovid Young. They are oneof the best-loved piano duos in the world, and theirunique presentation of Christmas Carols will be excel-lent! The Village Church Choir (70+ voices) is privilegedto share this Christmas celebration with these outstand-ing guest artists. Don’t miss this year’s very specialChristmas Festival of Keyboards and Carols!

See the duo Saturday, December 8, at 2:15 p.m. orSunday, December 9, at 6:15 p.m.

Tickets are $5 and are availableat the Church Office during regularbusiness hours.

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A CHRISTMASCELEBRATION

with Duo Pianists & Village Church Choir

Christmas ServicesA T T H E V I L L A G E C H U R C H


Happy Holidays from the SalonB Y R O B Y N C H U R C H , M A N A G E R O F T H E S A L O N

Great Gift Certificate Give Away Winners! The Salon gave away two $50 gift certificates! We asked you to

submit your entry with names andaddresses of your family and friends out-side Shell Point. Each name and addresssubmitted counted as an entry in theGreat Gift Certificate Give Away. Thetwo names drawn to receive the $50 giftcertificates were Mae Browne ofLakewood and Barbara Wagner of RoyalBonnet. Congratulations!

Salon Costume Contest and Raffle Winners!The Salons were buzzing with customers enjoying fall treats and

bubbling brew. The salon staff flaunted their creativity in theirchoice of costume. Kendal Colosimo, nail tech-nician, was voted to have the “best” costume.Ruth Deuber of Periwinkle was the raffle winnerof a $25.00 Salon gift certificate. There werethree “free haircut” winners who came veryclose in their guesses of “perm rods in the jar.”The Island Salon had a tie between two winners.They were Pat Eichenlaub of Turban andColleen Curry of Cameo. The Arbor Salonwinner was Yvonne Schneff of Royal Bonnet.Thank you to everyone who joined us in TheSalons for the festivities.

Massage Mania!Due to popular demand, The Salon at Shell Point has an expand-

ed and diverse massage therapy team. Massage therapy is available inthe Island Health Club, at The Arbor and in your own home.

Many of you have met Jenny, who has been doing a fabulous jobproviding massage at the Island Health Club. Laura and Albert

were kept very busy at “Celebration” where they provided compli-mentary mini-massages. Jenny has experience in both a clinicaland medical setting. Laura is a registered nurse of 15 years givingher additional insight regarding various health conditions. Alberthas 55 years experience providing massage and acting as a testinstructor for massage graduates. You are sure to find just the rightmassage style and technique within this talented group of thera-pists.

Laura and Jenny are available on Thursdays to make house callsindividually or as a team. Just picture yourself relaxing in the com-fort of your own home enjoying some extra special pampering.Alternate days are available upon request. Call the Island Salon at489-8400 #1 for all massage appointments.

Holiday Gift CertificatesNow Available!

Place your order now for a gift certificate to the Salon for thatspecial someone. Every gift certificate will be personally deliveredby salon staff with a big smile and a hearty HO–HO–HO! You cancustomize the gift certificate by adding a personal message to thecard or a personal message to be recited by the salon staff to thelucky gift certificate recipient. Gift certificates can be purchased atany Shell Point Salon or by calling 489-8400.

Standing: Richard and Carol Smith. Seated L-R: Edmund and Marian Arey(Junonia), baby Christian Hancock and mother Faith Hancock.

Eighteen family members gathered recently at Shell Point for a dou-ble celebration for residents Edmund and Marian Arey of Junonia. Theycelebrated Ed’s 90th birthday and a five generational blessing! Familystayed in the Guest House and nearby accommodations and traveledfrom various parts of Michigan as well as Tennessee. Family membersreported it was a joy to spend four days together at Shell Point and to beable to use the Social Center to enjoy a wonderful celebration together.

FIVE GENERATIONS

Salon Savings

$10 OFFany One Hr. Massage

Salon employees may accept gratuities Exp. 12-31-07

Mae Browne and BarbWagner were both win-ners of a $50 Salon Gift

Certificate

A raffle was heldto guess how

many perm rodswere in the jar.


Celebration! was the place to be November 9th.The excitement spilled out from the ChurchAuditorium. Dawn Boren, emcee, started the

program off with a warm welcome. Also on stage enter-taining were several of Shell Point’s very own entertain-ment groups; The Ballroom Dance Club, Tone Chimes,Line Dancers, Rollicking Recorderists and Jazz N Stuffall took center stage to share their talents.

Many residents saw their smiling face on theslideshow that portrayed “A Day in the Life at ShellPoint.” Gift baskets were raffled off throughout the dayand several residents left the event with great prizes.

Everyone enjoyed visiting over 100 volunteer andactivity group booths. The booths were full of informa-tion and creative displays. Some booths told a story,some solicited new members to join, some showed off ayear’s worth of achievements, some handed out treats,some played games, many showed off arts and crafts, butall showed their Shell Point spirit. Most importantly, thebooths were manned by group participants thatexchanged information with their neighbors.

Health Care Services transformed their area into theHealth Care Services Sweet Shop themed with 50s-eradecorations. Sales and Marketing called their area“Telling the Shell Point Story.” They collected basic sur-vey information to use for possible future story ideas forShell Point Life and SPTV. Sales staff shared informationabout moving into and living at Shell Point. President,Mr. Dys, The Legacy Foundation, Information Servicesand Shell Point specialty doctors were on hand toanswer questions from residents.

Outdoors, the sounds of the John Hedges JazzQuartet floated over the many Shell Point departmentbooths set up around the Church grounds. Geraci Traveland Country Inn & Suites joined in on the fun. TheHospitality department served up delightful food. Alsooutside, the Pottery Studio and Woodshop demonstratedtheir arts. Of course, the strolling juggler was a delightand happily stopped to pose for many pictures.

A big thanks for making the Celebration! so special.It certainly was an eyes-wide-open look at “A Day In theLife at Shell Point!”

Photos by Chuck Durrell (Oakmont)


“Many of the booths were decorated andcreated a lot of interest in that particular area,”said Mary Franklin, resort services manager. “Forinstance, the health care group put together agreat 1950’s style soda fountain called theHealth Care Sweet Shop, which was a big hit!”Staff dressed in poodle skirts and letter jacketsand served residents ice cream while tellingthem about the many services available to themsuch as the medical center, behavioral health,home care, assisted living, and skilled nursing toname just a few.

The Health Care group was one of thewinners selected by the Court Reps who votedon the creativity of the displays. This groupwon the “Celebrate Good Times” award, whichwas given for best staff enthusiasm and engag-ing the residents. The “Best Representation”Award was given to the Grounds departmentfor their outstanding and educational display.

The “Looking Good” Award for best visu-al display was given to the Sales, Marketingand Communication department for theirarea, which featured an old-time airplanetheme with model planes suspended in front ofa background of white clouds on a blue skybackground. A sign with an old bi-planepulling a banner read: “Telling the Shell PointStory” helped set the theme.

This event was indeed a celebration of thefulfilling lifestyle found at Shell Point!

Photo by Chuck Durrell Oakmont


Photo by Chuck Durrell Oakmont

MoonlightOver Venice

Moonlight Over Venice brought residentsfrom across Shell Point together formusic, food and a chance to meet newneighbors. Although the weather wasthreatening earlier in the day, it endedup being a beautiful October eveningand many residents took advantage oftables with a gorgeous view of the sun-set both outdoors and inside the GrandCypress Room.

Fantastic music provided by Paul Rozmusand Steve Anthony complemented theamazing Italian snacks and desserts.

Both the upstairs and downstairs levels ofthe Commons were decorated to feellike the party was held in Venice, Italycomplete with grapes, Italian flags andeven the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Newfriends were made and fun times withneighbors are surely what residents willremember about this elegant event.

Shell Point Life December 2007

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