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“The mission of Advent Christian Village, Inc. is to express Christ’s love by providing compassionate care

and quality comprehensive services for senior adults, families with special needs, and children, in a secure,

supportive residential setting and in the surrounding communities.”

January 19, 2017

ADMINISTRATOR ON CALL: Steve Hett, 658-3333

Thursday 01/19 10:00 a.m. ARTIST WORKSHOP – CHRISS BLDG.

1:30 p.m. MEMBERSHIP COUNCIL MEETING – SMR/DR

2:00 p.m. GRIEF SHARE – VC ROOM 5 (See VC News for details.)

3:00 p.m. DEMENTIA SUPPORT GROUP - GSC

6:00 p.m. CANCER SUPPORT GROUP – CMC CONF. ROOM

Friday 01/20 8:30-11:00 a.m. SUWANNEE COUNTY VETERANS SERVICE – MEMBER SERVICES

9:30 a.m. EXERCISE – OPR

10:30 a.m. WATKINS HOBBY SHOP CLUB - WHS

2:00-4:00 p.m. SIT „N STITCH – CH

6:00 p.m. BUS TRIP – NFCC ARTIST SERIES, RAGTIME &

BOOGIE WOOGIE WITH BOB MILNE - DH

Saturday 01/21 9:00 a.m. LADIES‟ BREAKFAST – VILLAGE CAFÉ

2:00 p.m. MOVIE MATINEE – “THREE GUYS NAMED MIKE” – OPR

Sunday 01/22 9:45 a.m. WORSHIP SERVICE - VC

11:00 a.m. CE CLASSES FOR ALL AGES - VC

3:00 p.m. COLORING BOOK TIME OF FELLOWSHIP – DH LOBBY

6:00 p.m. EVENING WORSHIP - REV. TED JONES – BC

Monday 01/23 9:30 a.m. EXERCISE – OPR

10:30 a.m. VILLAGE RINGERS – OPR

3:00 p.m. CERAMICS – CERAMICS SHOP

6:00 p.m. CERAMICS – CERAMICS SHOP

Tuesday 01/24 6:30 p.m. GAME NIGHT – OPR

Wednesday 01/25 8:45 a.m. BUS TRIP – WALMART – CH

9:00 a.m. BUS TRIP – WALMART – DH

9:30 a.m. EXERCISE – OPR

1:00 p.m. BRIDGE CLUB – OPR

1:15 p.m. BUS TRIP – PUBLIX – CH

1:30 p.m. BUS TRIP – PUBLIX – DH

6:00 p.m. PRAYER MEETING – OPR

6:00 p.m. CHANCEL CHOIR REHEARSAL

Thursday 01/26 10:00 a.m. ARTIST WORKSHOP – CHRISS BLDG.

10:00 a.m. YOU HOLD THE KEYS TO YOUR TRANSPORTATION

FUTURE – SMR/DR

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IN MEMORY OF James “Jim” Masterson (spouse of Alice), who was a resident of RW, DM, and GSC, died on Sat., Jan. 7. He

will be remembered during the GSC Memorial Service at 10:00 a.m. on Thur., Feb. 9.

NEW MEMBERS Gertrude “Betty” Davis, from Tampa, FL, moved to DH 408 on Jan. 12. Her mailing address is P.O. Box 4267

and her telephone number is 658-3734.

Jeanine “Je” Mordon, from Valdosta, GA, moved to CH 413 on Jan. 14. Her mailing address is P.O. Box 4030.

TRANSFERS Nelma Hamilton moved from DM to GSC on Jan. 9. Her mailing address is P.O. Box 4325 and her telephone

number is 658-5550.

MOVED FROM ACV Dorothy Nott moved from DM to Ocala, FL on Jan. 12.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

MEMBERSHIP COUNCIL MEETING Thur., Jan. 19, 1:30 p.m., SMR/DR

Thur., Jan. 19, is the date for the ACV Membership

Council meeting. Come and join us in our first

meeting of the New Year. Our guest speaker will

be Dr. John Nicely, the pharmacist at our Village

Pharmacy. Dr. Nicely will give us information on

what services the Pharmacy provides for us.

For those who missed the last meeting, come

and meet the new Membership Executive

Committee members. Refreshments will be served

at the end of the meeting.

The Membership Executive Committee

CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Thur., Jan. 19, 6:00 p.m., CMC Conf. Rm.

The first meeting of the Cancer Support Group for

2017 will be on the third Thur. of the month in the

CMC conference room at 6:00 p.m. The speaker

will be Frankie Linton RN, Case Manager Hospice,

who will speak on “A nurse‟s perspective on cancer

care.” Facilitated by John and Cathy Nicely.

Refreshments will be served.

SUWANNEE COUNTY

VETERANS’ SERVICE Fri., Jan. 20, 8:30-11:00 a.m.

Member Services Conference Room

Suwannee County Veterans‟ Service Officer

(CVSO), Ellis A. Gray, will be in the Member

Services Conference Room from 8:30 - 11:00 a.m.

on Fri., Jan. 20, to discuss VA benefits. Or you

may call him at 386-364-3403.

WATKINS HOBBY SHOP CLUB Fri., Jan. 20, 10:30 a.m., WHS

It‟s that time of year again to renew

your dues for the new year and to meet

new members. Recently and for 2017

new members include Kristi Pierct,

Dick McClaine, Bob Guthrie and

Jane Guthrie, Gary Shook (associate member) and

one or two others standing in the wings waiting to

see what‟s in store for the new year. Ken Wood

has offered to do a workshop demonstration on the

art of woodworking utilizing the lathe and so we‟ll

need to see who might sign up to attend. These and

other topics will be discussed at our first meeting of

the new year on Fri., Jan. 20, from 10:30 a.m. –

11:30 a.m. at WHS. Thank you again for your

support of the club and its efforts to impact our

community and surrounding area for good.

NORTH FLORIDA COMMUNITY

COLLEGE ARTIST SERIES

RAGTIME AND BOOGIE-WOOGIE

WITH BOB MILNE Fri., Jan 20, 7:00 p.m.,

Van H. Priest Auditorium, Madison, FL

Bus departs from DH at 6:00 p.m.

Bus fare members $7; non–members $10

(Sign-up required – IC)

Bob Milne is considered by many to be the best

Ragtime/Boogie-Woogie pianist in the world. He

brings endless enthusiasm, enchanting ease of

playing and an engaging manner while telling

stories about Ragtime and Boogie-Woogie music

with warmth and humor. The Library of Congress

designated Milne a “national treasure” and he has

served as a “musical ambassador” for the U.S. State

Department in Japan and Switzerland.

There is assigned seating at the theatre. ACV

season pass holders will need to pick up a ticket

with a seat number noted when entering the

auditorium. If you are not going on the bus, you will

need to call in advance. Individual tickets to NFCC

performances are $15. Call (850) 973-1653 or

ArtistSeries@nfcc.edu.

LADIES’ BREAKFAST

Sat., Jan. 21, 9:00 a.m., Village Café

The ladies of the Village are invited to meet at the

Village Café at 9:00 a.m. for fellowship and a get-

acquainted Dutch treat breakfast. All ladies are

welcome, and we especially enjoy seeing those who

are new to the community. Hope to see you there.

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MOVIE MATINEE

“THREE GUYS NAMED MIKE” Sat., Jan. 21, 2:00 p.m., OPR

Small-town girl Marcy Lewis (Jane Wyman) is

accepted by American Airlines into their flight

attendant school to become a stewardess. She has a

bumpy beginning (her first flight has to return to the

airport because no food was aboard) and jumps

from training to romancing. Soon, she has three

suitors, all named Mike: Michael Lawrence, a poor,

struggling scientist; Mike Jamison, an airline pilot;

and Mike Tracy, an advertising executive. Who

does Marcy choose? Based on a real American

Airlines stewardess‟s story. 1951. Black & white.

Approx. 90 minutes. Not rated. ACV is able to

show this film because it is currently copyright-free

and in the public domain.

CROCHET? Wed., Jan. 25, 10:00 a.m., RV Lobby

The Rustic Shop needs “scrubbie makers.”

Scrubbies are simple to make; each takes 15-20

minutes to complete. Material is supplied. You will

need an “N” crochet hook. Verna Piper Simpson

will give a short lesson on Wed., Jan. 25, at 10:00

a.m. in the RV lobby. Call Verna at 208-1967 to

confirm.

YOU HOLD THE KEYS TO YOUR

TRANSPORTATION FUTURE Thur., Jan. 26, 10:00 a.m., SMR/DR

Learn more with a FREE WORKSHOP!

Understand the impact of aging on driving

Stay proactive about your safe driving

Plan for a safe transition from driving

Take away free resources and materials

Presented by: Katie Arnold,

Pepper Institute on Aging and

Public Policy, Florida State

University

www.FLsams.org.

BRIDGE CLUB Wednesdays, 1:00 p.m., OPR

Congratulations to our Jan. 11 winners! 1st High:

Fred Mickler; 2nd High: Peggy Eckel. If you

would like to play, please call Betty Driggers by

noon on Mon. at 658-1043. If Betty is not

available, call Roland Spooner at 658-1168.

WINTER RETREAT 2017

SAVE THE DATE

MARCH 10–12 It‟s time again for our biennial Winter Retreat.

Winter Retreat is ACV‟s version of revival and

homecoming, all wrapped up together. Also this

year, ACV will host the Florida Conference of

Advent Christian Churches for their annual

meetings that same weekend, so it‟s sure to be an

exciting time.

To officially kick off Winter Retreat, comedian

Dennis Swanberg, “America‟s Minister of

Encouragement,” will bring his unique brand of

humor to the VC. Guests of all ages are sure to

enjoy his “40 years of wit coupled with a lifetime of

wisdom.” This is a ticketed event ($10 adults, $7

students); tickets may be purchased from the

Village Cashier or at the Village Lodge.

Our keynote speaker will be Dr. Donna Petter.

An expert in Old Testament studies, Dr. Petter is a

teacher, a speaker, and an author. She wrote the

study notes on the book of Ezekiel for the New

International Version Zondervan Study Bible

(NIVZSB). She will deliver three messages (Sat.

evening and Sun. morning and evening) on the

theme “You don‟t know who you are until you

know whose you are!” from Ezra, Nehemiah and

Esther.

More specific information will be available in

coming weeks. The entire weekend promises to be a

most inspirational and enjoyable time as together

we renew old acquaintances, meet new friends, and

grow in our walk with our Lord and Savior. We

hope to see you there.

JANUARY BIRTHDAY PARTY The Jan. Birthday Party for the

members of the Village was held on

Tue., Jan. 10, and was opened with

prayer by Rev. Marvin Casey.

Enthusiastic friends and guests of the

members with Jan. birthdays were treated to a

snowman-themed celebration complete with table

decorations, a snow-themed sing-along with Joan

Wittman at the piano, word search, trivia, and

topped off with a ball of ice cream (representing a

snowball) and fresh house-made cookies. Each of

the 19 birthday members received a house-made

birthday cake with trimmings. Six door prize

winners are as follows: Clara Barkley, Jeffrey

Bradley, Emilie Ferland, Vilma Oman, Hellmut

Seidenberg, and Mary Smith. Fresh fruit baskets,

assembled by the Village Grocer, were given to

Ethel Wheeler, our eldest member, and also to

Janice Bates, our youngest member. Assistance in

setting up, serving, and breaking down the party

was provided by Maxie Brown, Annabel and

Chris Christiansen, and MaryLou Dasher. Ann

Thompson closed the fun-filled gathering with the

benediction.

According to the calendar, the next party will

be held ON Valentine‟s Day, Tue., Feb. 14. Please

plan to attend. Circle your calendar NOW.

A LITTLE DOES A LOT The Florida Conference of Advent Christian

Churches invites you to help in three of our

outreach efforts for local people, Cuba, and

Honduras. We ask that you donate blankets,

washcloths and soap, flip flops and underwear. If

everybody donates a little, we give a lot. God bless

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and thank you. Drop them off at the Village

Pharmacy or a local Advent Christian Church.

Rev. John Nicely, President of the FL Conference

YES YOU CAN! If you can hold a pen or pencil, you can probably

hold a paint brush and create a lovely ceramic piece.

You will be thrilled and delighted that YOU painted

an animal, an angel, flower pot, or something that

you would like in your home. How about

something for your grandchild, a dear friend? YOU

CAN DO IT!

Come and look any Mon. from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.

or 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and see what we have, ready for

your touch. Instructors are there to assist you. We

have the paints, brushes and pictures to give you

ideas of colors. Meet new friends and maybe find a

neighbor to share thoughts and ideas. We look

forward to seeing you. We are located beside the

Village Maintenance building. Phone: 658-5198.

Dee Jay Johnson

VILLAGE VOICES – HAPPINESS IS… It is that time again. It is time to start thinking about

our new theme for Village Voices, 2017. What has

brought happiness to you? What do you think

happiness is? We are interested in hearing what you

have to say. Will you write a story about it to share

with others? We are asking you not to exceed 700

words per story. Or you could write a poem. We are

planning a workshop soon to help us all get started.

So keep watching the FNN for the time and date.

There will be suggestions and ideas to help you get

started.

PHOTO DIRECTORY Our Jan. 24 date is filled. Thank you. Those on the

short wait list should be prepared for a call. We will

do our best to accommodate you. For those signed

up, pictures will be taken at the VC. Come a few

minutes before your scheduled time. See you there.

Verna Piper Simpson

RUSTIC SHOP The Rustic Shop needs some assistance with

handicraft projects. If you are able to help please

call Myra Webb at the Rustic Shop.

Vida Massengill is recuperating nicely in her

apartment. She will need a few more weeks of rest

before returning to work. We will keep you

updated.

The shop will have a bargain table the first

week of each month. Items on the sale table will be

marked to move. Do not forget to check the table

starting Feb. 1 for your special treasure.

Myra Webb

BUS TRIPS – JANUARY Jan. 25 – Wed., Walmart only, leave from CH at

8:45 a.m. and DH at 9:00 a.m. Leave from Walmart

at approximately 11:30 a.m.; return to the Village at

noon.

Jan. 25 - Wed., Publix (South Oaks Square) only,

leave CH at 1:15 p.m. and DH at 1:30 p.m. Leave

from Publix at approximately 4:00 p.m.; return to

the Village at 4:30 p.m.

OTHER TRIPS FOR MONTH OF

JANUARY Jan. 20 - Fri., NFCC Artist Series - Ragtime and

Boogie-Woogie with Bob Milne. Leave DH at 6:00

p.m. Member bus fare $7; non-member $10.

Jan. 29 – Sun., Lake City Artist Series – Kubecca.

Leave DH at 1:45 p.m. Member bus fare $7 and

non–member bus fare $10.

RIDE-ABOUT SCHEDULE If you would like to schedule a trip, call for a

private tour with 3 people or more. Call Jackie

Campbell at 210-410-2113.

EVENTS HERE AND THERE

DEVOTION, PRAYER, BIBLE STUDY Thursday

6:30 p.m., Neighborhood Bible Study - 22980 102nd

Trace in BA resumes on Thur., Jan. 26. (Jane

Burns and Miriam Abbott).

Friday

11:30 a.m. Episcopal Eucharist Service - BC

Monday

10:00 a.m. Burt Lebo – Proverbs class - GSC

7:00 p.m. CH Prayer Hour – CH TV Rm.

Tuesday

8:30 a.m. Village Men‟s Bible Study – VC Room 5.

Study: The Life of Jesus (Using the Harmony of the

Gospels). Please come join us!

10:00 a.m. Pastor Rick‟s Bible Study - OPR

1:00 p.m. Voice of Martyrs – OPR

PRUNING BLUEBERRIES Thur., Jan. 19, 12:00 noon,

Live Oak Public Library

Join Carolyn Saft of the Suwannee County

Extension Office for a Lunch & Learn Gardening

presentation on Pruning Blueberries on Jan. 19 from

noon-1:00 p.m.

HISTORY OF CHERRY LAKE

REHABILITATION PROJECT Thur., Jan. 26, 12:00 noon,

Live Oak Public Library

On Jan. 26, at 12:00 p.m., local resident, Norm

McDonald will share the history of the Cherry Lake

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Rehabilitation Project, a resettlement project in

Madison, FL founded during the Great Depression.

In the early 1930s, the federal government

embarked on an unprecedented series of projects to

jumpstart economic activity – President Franklin

Roosevelt‟s “New Deal.” The Federal Emergency

Relief Administration (FERA) was one of several

agencies coordinating this work. In the early 1930s,

FERA bought up 15,000 acres on the shores of

Cherry Lake and made plans for a community to

house families resettled from crowded urban areas.

The idea was to develop the land into a farm and

industrial plant that would sustain the inhabitants

and help take pressure off the cities. By 1935, well

over a hundred families had been relocated to

Cherry Lake from Tampa, Jacksonville, Miami, and

elsewhere. Officially, the new settlement was called

the Cherry Lake Rehabilitation Project. This was

later shortened to “Cherry Lake Farms,” which was

the name given to the post office in Dec. 1935.

SUWANNEE REGIONAL LIBRARY

BOOK CLUB AT ACV Fri., Jan. 27, 10:00 a.m., SMR

The next meeting of the Book Club, led by

librarian, Rhoda Cribbs Odom of the Live Oak

Public Library, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Fri.,

Jan. 27. The club will review The Storied Life of

A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin.

Stop by Member Services to pick up your copy.

MOVIE MATINEE

“JACK AND THE BEANSTALK” Sat., Jan. 28, 2:00 p.m., OPR

Abbott and Costello star in this American family

comedy film. As is expected of their films, this

version of the classic children‟s fairy tale is

rendered raucous by the straight man humor of Bud

Abbott and the bumbling antics of Lou Costello.

Costello stars as Jack, a babysitter put to sleep by

his charge, who dreams the whole story, replacing

the storybook characters with those of his recent

real life. The movie follows the general storyline,

but with plenty of clean hilarity thrown in. 1952.

Color. Approx. 82 minutes. Not rated. ACV is able

to show this film because it is currently copyright

free and in the public domain.

OPEN HOUSE FOR MISSIONARIES

FROM NEPAL Sun, Jan. 29, 2:00-4:00 p.m., OPR

There will be an OPEN HOUSE to introduce Bill

and Gayle Jones‟ family, missionaries from Nepal,

to the many in the Village who have been praying

for them. The Smiths are home on stateside

assignment until the end of Feb. Stop by the OPR

between 2:00 and 4:00 p.m. on Sun., Jan. 29, to

meet the Smith family.

COMMUNITY CONCERTS OF LAKE

CITY ARTIST SERIES

KUBECCA Sun., Jan. 29, 3:00 p.m.

Levy Performing Arts Center

Bus departs from DH at 1:45 p.m.

Bus fare members $7; non-members $10

(Sign-up required – IC)

Kubecca combines the classical and jazz talents

of Kuba with Rebecca‟s musical theater

experience for a diverse program of country, jazz

and showtunes. Unique instrumentation includes

marimba, kalimba, flute and theremin (made

popular by Beach Boy's “Good Vibrations”).

If you are an ACV Live! At Dowling Park

season ticket holder, this is included in your season

pass. Individual event tickets may be purchased at

the door, as space allows. Individual tickets are

$20. For more information call 386-466-2013 or

check their website at communityconcerts.info.

NORTH FLORIDA COMMUNITY

COLLEGE ARTIST SERIES

RUSSIAN STRING ORCHESTRA Fri., Feb. 3, 7:00 p.m.,

Van H. Priest Auditorium, Madison, FL

Bus departs from DH at 6:00 p.m.

Bus fare members $7; non–members $10

(Sign-up required – IC)

Founded in 1991, the Russian String Orchestra

(formerly the Chamber Kremlin Orchestra),

comprised of some of Russia‟s finest young string

players, has carved a niche for itself under the

creative baton of its founder and music director

Misha Rachlevsky. Enjoy compositions by Rossini;

Eskender Bekmambetov – “For Misha‟s Gant.”

Schauber – “In Memory of Henry Temianka;” and

Schubert – “Death and the Maiden.” The music of

this warm and high energy orchestra will stay with

you long after the last note has been played!

There is assigned seating at the theatre. ACV

season pass holders will need to pick up a ticket

with a seat number noted when entering the

auditorium. If you are not going on the bus, you will

need to call in advance. Individual tickets to NFCC

performances are $15. Call (850) 973-1653 or

ArtistSeries@nfcc.edu.

FREE COMMUNITY

HEART LECTURE Wed., Feb. 8, 12:00 noon-1:00 p.m., SMR/DR

Get “heart smart” at this free seminar presented by

Shands Live Oak Regional Medical Center. Don‟t

miss this special opportunity to meet a cardiologist,

ask questions, and learn about prevention,

cardiovascular screenings, vital cardiac

information, and tips you can incorporate into your

lifestyle to help you stay heart healthy. There will

also be an opportunity to schedule an appointment

with Dr. Mufuka.

Space is limited. RSVP now by calling 658-

5400.

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COMMUNITY CONCERTS OF LAKE

CITY ARTIST SERIES

FLORIDA STATE COLLEGIANS Fri., Feb. 17, 7:30 p.m.

Levy Performing Arts Center

Bus departs from DH at 6:00 p.m.

Bus fare members $7; non-members $10

(Sign-up required – IC)

The voices of over fifty young men fill the

auditorium with a glorious sound. The Collegians,

FSU Men's Glee Club, is directed by Dr. André Thomas.

If you are an ACV Live! At Dowling Park

season ticket holder, this is included in your season

pass. Individual event tickets may be purchased at

the door, as space allows. Individual tickets are

$20. For more information call 386-466-2013 or

check their website at communityconcerts.info.

LIVE! AT DOWLING PARK

ARTIST SERIES

THREE ON A STRING

Thur., Feb. 23, at 7:00 p.m., VC

Get your funny bone ready because Live! at

Dowling Park is bringing back the hilariously

entertaining Three on a String to the Village for

your knee-slapping enjoyment. These three have

been pluckin‟ and grinnin‟ for satisfied audiences

for more years than they‟d care to admit, and

they‟re sure to leave you wanting more.

Individual tickets can be purchased at the door,

as space allows, for $15 (ACV member) and $20

(non-member), or season tickets can be purchased at

the Cashier‟s Office for the reduced rate of $42

(ACV member) or $52 (non-member) from Jan. 13-

Feb. 23. Those with season tickets may also attend

the North Florida Community College Artist Series

in Madison and the Community Concerts of Lake

City free of charge. Call (386) 658-5557 for more

information.

NORTH FLORIDA COMMUNITY

COLLEGE ARTIST SERIES

THE PEKING ACROBATS Thur., Feb. 23, 7:00 p.m.,

Van H. Priest Auditorium, Madison, FL

Bus departs from DH at 6:00 p.m.

Bus fare members $7; non–members $10

(Sign-up required – IC)

For the last 30 years, THE PEKING ACROBATS

have redefined audience perceptions of Chinese

acrobatics. They are masters of agility and grace.

Often accompanied by live musicians skillfully

playing traditional Chinese instruments and high-

tech special effects that coalesce with the music and

awe-inspiring feats to create an exuberant

entertainment event featuring all the excitement and

festive pageantry of a Chinese Carnival!

There is assigned seating at the theatre. ACV

season pass holders will need to pick up a ticket

with a seat number noted when entering the

auditorium. If you are not going on the bus, you will

need to call in advance. Individual tickets to NFCC

performances are $15. Call (850) 973-1653 or

ArtistSeries@nfcc.edu.

DEPARTMENT NEWS

VILLAGE CHURCH NEWS Dr. Timothy N. Setzer

Church Office - 658-5344

MESSAGE: “In This We Rejoice”

SCRIPTURE: 1 Peter 1:3-12

SPEAKER: Dr. Timothy Setzer

Rev. Ted Jones will continue as our evening

speaker this Sun. night at 6:00 p.m. in BC. His

message will be “God Coming in Human Flesh?

Scandalous!” from John 1:1-14.

There will be a meeting for all USHERS,

GREETERS AND INFORMATION BOOTH

ATTENDANTS (and those interested in serving in

one of these positions) this Sun., Jan. 22, at 4:30

p.m. in Room 5.

Pastor Tim will be holding a DISCOVERY

CLASS for those interested in church membership

on Sun., Jan. 29, from 4:00-6:00 p.m., in Room 5.

This class is required for those seeking membership

in our church, but is open to anyone who wants to

find out more about our church and how we relate

to ACV. Please call the church office to sign up for

the Discovery Class.

You are invited to attend the HARBINGER

BIBLE CONFERENCE Thur.-Sat., Feb. 9-11, in

the Village Lodge Conference Room. Speaker: Rev.

Ray Penney; Bible Study Leaders: Rev. Gene

Peters, Rev. Irvin Verrill and Rev. Michael

Saunders; Worship Leaders: Rev. George

Waterman and Rev. Robert Story. The theme of

the conference is: Conforming To the Image of

Christ (As We Prepare For The Second Coming Of

The Lord In Today‟s World). Opening Worship

Service is Thur. night, Feb. 9 at 6:00 p.m. Please

contact Rev. Michael Saunders for more

information, or to let us know that you will be

attending. 407-668-6509 or msaunderssr@gmail.

com. Please come and join us for a time of spiritual

enrichment and growth! There is no fee to attend

the conference.

The ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING of the

VC will be held on Wed., Feb. 22, at 7:00 p.m. in

the RDR. All are welcome to attend, and all

members and associate members are needed to

attend and are eligible to vote. Come a little early

and enjoy some pie, coffee, and fellowship.

PREGNANCY CARE CENTER BABY

BOTTLE BOOMERANG: Bills, checks or change,

it all adds up to saving the lives of the unborn and

educating parents! Grab a bottle. Fill the bottle.

Return the bottle to the church by Feb. 26. Bottles

and sign-up sheets can be found at our information

booths. Thank you for making a difference!

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IS GRIEF SHARE FOR YOU? Thur., Jan. 19, 2:00 p.m., VC Classroom 5

GriefShare is a 12-week, Christ-centered, biblically

based support group seminar. A grieving person

may join at any time during the 12 weeks. Each

session entails a video presentation followed by

small group discussions about comfort, answers and

hope. The GriefShare videos feature experts,

ministers, and Christian counselors discussing grief

and recovery subjects helpful to people

experiencing grief. Real people share their stories of

what has helped them deal with the pain of losing a

family member or friend through death. During

each week between meetings, group members may

complete a daily Bible study and study practical

exercises to help them work through their grieving

process. GriefShare is specifically for people who

have lost a spouse, child, family member, or friend

through death.

We have finished one complete cycle at the

Village Church and have found the program to be

very helpful to widows and widowers in our

community who not only have benefitted from the

resources GriefShare offers, but have also enjoyed

the fellowship of sharing with others who

experience similar burdens. Our next cycle will

begin on Thur., Jan. 19, at 2:00 p.m. in classroom

5. The group meets confidentially every week from

2:00 – 3:30 p.m., and the final session will be held

on Thur., Apr. 6 before Holy Week. If the

scheduled time is inconvenient for you and you are

still interested in the program, please call the church

anyway. If there is enough interest to develop an

evening session, we will be happy to provide that

opportunity.

If you think GriefShare might be for you,

please call the VC at 658-5344 and ask to speak

with Pastor Jason. I hope many of you will

prayerfully consider whether this might be a helpful

ministry to you and I look forward to walking with

you as the God of comfort leads us together through

your grief journey. Thank you, Pastor Jason.

MEMBER SERVICES Ann Thompson, VP, 658-5400

A frequently asked question these days is, “When

will the new library open?” Craig Carter stated that

the construction is mostly finished and now the

work on the interior and the stocking of the library

is the next phase. A date for the opening has not yet

been set, but should be in the next few months. As

soon as the date is set, we will be sharing the news.

Another frequently asked question is, “Will the

library in the JR Ralph Smith Center remain open

after the new library opens?” Craig Carter says that

we plan to leave it open as long as it is being used.

If you were not able to attend the Annual Tax

Update offered by Nancy Harrison, CPA. on Mon.

and would like a copy of the handout from her

presentation stop by the Member Services Office

and pick up a copy. Nancy will begin holding

office hours at the VS on Feb. 7 for those who

would like to schedule an appointment with her for

their tax preparation. She can be reached at 386-

249-2944.

During the Christmas Season the Toy Tree at

the entrance to the Phillips Center had a new feature

this year. A handmade Christmas tree skirt made by

Rosemary Eakins, of CH, was used to highlight the

tree. We want to thank Rosemary for making the

skirt and also for donating it to be used in future

years.

Reminder: ACV has First Responders who are

available 24 hours a day to respond to emergency

calls for members. They are dispatched by the IC.

If you feel you are having a heart attack, stroke, or

other life threating event, please call 911 directly

for the quickest possible response, and if you are

able, call the IC to let them know as well.

If you leave a note at the IC requesting

assistance with a particular issue, please hand it

directly to the receptionist so she may ask for

clarification of the request and get your name so

follow-up can be provided, or additional

information obtained so the request can be properly

handled.

Member Services/Medical Transportation is in

need of additional wheelchairs to meet the needs of

persons being transported. If you have a wheelchair

you no longer need, please call 658-5150 to talk

about donating it. If you have borrowed a

wheelchair and not returned it, we would appreciate

the return of the chair.

Member Services Tip of the Week

When submitting an ad to the FNN, keep in mind

that only one ad per member/staff can be run each

week. If you have more than one ad, they can be

combined, or we can hold one of them for a future

edition. Each ad runs for two weeks unless you

notify us to remove the ad sooner. Also, if you do

not include your name on your submission, we

cannot place your ad until we reach you and verify

that you are eligible to advertise in the FNN. (You

must be a member or a member of our staff to be

eligible.) All ads are limited to eight lines of text.

VOLUNTEER SERVICES Eleanore Catarious – 658-5251

P.O. Box 4304

An interesting volunteer position has just opened

through the United Way to help families become

financially secure by becoming a Volunteer Tax

Preparer. There are five reasons to consider

becoming involved:

1. Receive free IRS training and certification in tax

preparation.

2. Learn valuable résumé-building skills.

3. Serve your community and give back.

4. Hours are flexible.

5. No prior experience necessary.

If interested in obtaining more information, please

call me.

NAMETAGS, NAMETAGS! Where are they

hiding – in pockets, on doorknobs, on dressers, in

walkers? It would be a good idea to put them

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around your neck, or on your bodies for a few

important reasons:

1. Others will get to know and recognize you.

2. It helps new residents, especially, to be able to

put names with faces.

3. It is absolutely necessary in the event of an

emergency situation.

It‟s a new month in a new year and maybe it is a

good time to step up and out to make plans to

volunteer your time and talent, even if it is one hour

a week, or maybe even three or four. Lots of

opportunities await you in many areas of the

Village. Why not call me and make an appointment

to learn more about them. I am available Mon.

through Thur. from approximately 9:00 a.m. to 2:00

p.m. Thank you!

Adding up your blessings will multiply your joy.

Anonymous

NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS

BUTTERFIELD ACRES Brenda Reas, Reporter

We wish a happy birthday to Arthur Sheldon on

Jan. 24.

Our BA New Year's dinner is coming up this

Sat., Jan. 21, at 5:00 p.m., in the SMR/DR. We look

forward to enjoying this catered dinner with

everyone who RSVP‟d. If you haven‟t yet paid for

your tickets, please bring $15 per person ($7.50 per

child) to the dinner.

This is from The Readers Digest Treasury of

American Humor: “My wife turned 50 last year,

and for her birthday dinner she arranged candles on

the cake to form the numerals 5 and 0. This year

the cake was decorated with a 4 and 9. I've begun

my countdown, she explained.”

Please send news to bcreas@windstream.net or

call 658-3044.

CARTER HOUSE Catherine (Catt) Hill, Reporter

Happy birthday wishes go out to Charles

Mainwaring on Jan. 24. Welcome to Jeanine

Mordon, apartment 413. She likes to be called “J.”

She writes and illustrates children‟s books. How

lovely to have her here.

Rev. Ray and Donaline Brown welcomed a

great-granddaughter this past Sat., Jan. 14.

Congratulations! Good to see so many out enjoying

walks and such great weather.

Here we are with half the month of Jan. gone.

Looking forward to tomorrow. When it has been a

long day, you‟re tired, and one more task feels like

torture, you may think of everything you still have

to do. You may feel you need to lie down to escape

it all. Your days and week played out like the one

before. Your thought? Is my life going to be this

hectic and exhausting? Suddenly, you may hear a

conversation or music that brings you back to years

before. Your body relaxed and heaviness was lifted

from your eyes, your shoulders, and your heart.

Then with the wonderful people you met, there was

adventure, wonder, and discovery. Perhaps as the

music plays on, you felt a sense of hope. Memories

that reminded you that life wasn‟t always a struggle

and won‟t always be!

Remember: But those who hope in the Lord

will renew their strength. They will soar on wings

like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they

will walk and not be faint. Isaiah 40:31.

Phyllis Mastro would like to donate her color

pictures with Bible scriptures to CH. They will be

hung by the elevator. She hopes you enjoy them as

much as she did coloring them for you. The Bible

says “Spread the Word.” The pictures are colored

on Sun. at 3:00 p.m. in the DH community area.

Come join them.

Lord, thank you for hope of a new tomorrow.

Have a wonderful blessed week! Please leave your

news at the CH front desk FNN box.

DACIER MANOR Beth Smith, Reporter

We are a few weeks late, but Happy New Year! We

started off our new year with birthdays! Happy

birthday to Lea Regele on Jan. 1, Mary Smith and

Ethel Wheeler on Jan. 2. We welcome Ethel

Wheeler to DM 1303 for several weeks. We are so

glad she is with us! We also welcome Anita

Watkins to DM 1212. She is enjoying having

daughters, Barb Kile and Joan (IL) helping her

settle into her new home. Mary Smith had a very

nice visit with her daughter and son-in-law, Brenda

and Dan Van Ness of Arlington, VA. We extend

our sympathy to Alice Masterson and her family in

the passing of Jim Masterson. A memorial mass

was held at St. Francis Xavier in Live Oak on Tue.

morning. Nelma Hamilton was recently

transferred to GSC. Nelma had resided with us

since May of 2014. Dorothy Nott also vacated her

DM room as she continues her rehab in Ocala closer

to family. We wish the very best for these ladies!

We hope to have Mary Giddens return to DM from

GSC Rehab this week! Several of our members are

not feeling well, so please remember them in your

thoughts and prayers!

ATTENTION TO ALL

I HAVE A PLEA FOR ALL WHO MINISTER

We need speakers for our Vespers Service on Wed.

afternoons at 3:00 p.m. It is usually 30 minutes of

a few familiar choruses followed by a devotional

and prayer. This has been a very special time for

our members. I know there are many who live at

ACV who can give 30 minutes of your time on one

Wed. If we can get 52 people to take one Wed., we

would be ecstatic! Please contact Beth or Crystal if

you feel the desire to minister here at DM, to share

your testimony, have a sing-along, and give a

devotional to encourage. This is such an important

ministry! Please help us keep it! Call 658-5552 to

give us your name and the Wed. you can be with

us. Thank you ahead of time!

Once again, I want to brag on the DM team for

holding down the fort and giving the best care

around while I was out for a couple of weeks. The

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peace of mind that everyone will carry on when I

am unavailable speaks greatly of the staff at DM,

under the leadership of Crystal Delcastillo and

Nikki Rogers, and their endurance and resilience!

Thank you team!

DOWLING HOUSE Janice Chapman, Reporter

Happy birthday to Norma Wilkins, who will

observe a birthday on Tue., Jan.24. We trust you

will have a pleasant day and a year of God‟s

blessings ahead.

Gladys Ezell reports that last Sat. was a special

day. She was invited to attend her Family Cousins

Reunion near Mayo. She was delighted that she

attended as there were 64 attending. They came

from as far away as TX and everywhere in FL and

GA. It had been many years since she had seen just

about each one. It was great getting to know all of

them again and finding out about families she had

not heard from in many years. So many of them did

not know what had happened to her over the years.

They decided to have more reunions and Gladys is

all for getting together!

We miss Leamon Gill, who recently moved

from DH to DM. We welcome Dot Parker, who

moved to DH this past week. We welcome you to

our DH family and hope you will enjoy living

among us.

Pray for each other. Many who were ill are

feeling better. Thanks for your prayers on their

behalf. Continue to remember those you are aware

of who have become ill or have not yet recovered.

You may write out your item and put it in the

box at the front desk of DH with FNN NEWS

printed on it. You may also email me at

jmc@windstream.net or submit directly to the FNN

at fnn@acvillage.net, or phone me at 658-2015. We

like to share your good times and your special

concerns.

DOWLING MANOR/

DOWLING PARK NORTH Gayles Jones, Reporter

Greetings to all our friends and neighbors as we

swiftly move through Jan. We who garden are

looking to that time when we can trim off the freeze

debris and plant spring flowers. Alas, more

freezing weather may come; Mar. 1 is my target

date. We moved from WI where I had to wait until

June!

George and Carol Waterman sent a message

that I apologize for not getting to the FNN on time

for last week‟s issue. The Watermans were happy

to welcome their son Scott, his wife Melyca,

daughters Faith and Hope, and Melyca‟s mother

Karen Storman for the holidays. They all hail from

ME. Between Christmas and the New Year they

spent four days at Disney World. Highlights of

their visit also included driving Grampa‟s golf cart

all around the Village (almost as much fun as

Disney), visiting with long-time friends, Eric and

Jennifer Coombs, worship at the VC, a twilight

“Christmas Lights” tour on the Ride-About, and a

picnic at the Jewel Poole Gazebo on Lake Aquilla,

celebrating Gramma Carol‟s 78th

birthday. They

arrived back in ME on Jan. 2 just in time for high

snows and low temperatures!

How blessed we are to have this special time

with our families. Bill and Gayle Jones truly

enjoyed New Year‟s week with their family who are

missionaries in Nepal. The Smiths are home on

stateside assignment until the end of Feb. There will

be an OPEN HOUSE to introduce them to many in

our Village who have been praying for them. It will

be held from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Sun., Jan. 29, in

the OPR. The Joneses had their son, Bill Jr., his

wife Sandy, with Josh almost 18, Chris 16 and

Angel 15, this past weekend. Their holiday

celebration continues.

Please help me avoid missing your notices by

calling if I have not responded to your email in a

timely manner. I try to get my notices in late Mon.

or first thing Tue. The cut off time for entering them

is 12:00 noon on Tue. Thank you and keep

writing; it sounds great in your own words. 658-

1418 or gaylebill3@aol.com.

EDGEWOOD TERRACE Joyce Comerford, Reporter

This has been a lazy week for me as I have tried to

rest as much as possible, eat regularly, and take my

cough medicine. Yes, I am still in the throes of a

cold, but expect this week to be much better.

Bob’s son, Rob, was in the area on business on

Mon. and stopped to have lunch with us. We were

happy to join Russ and Sharon Terjung in the

RDR, who also got to enjoy Rob‟s presence. (We

were taught in kindergarten to share.) Bob

managed to pass on some of his “treasures” to his

son, who was too polite to refuse them. We also

had him put some decorations in the attic so we

didn‟t have to climb a ladder. Isn‟t it great to have

relatives visit!

This week on Thur. we have the Membership

Council meeting. As a member of ACV, you are

automatically a member of the Council. Be sure to

come and hear what Dr. Nicely has to share with us.

We have two birthdays to celebrate this week -

Sharon McMann on Jan. 22 and Loretta Phillips

on Jan. 24. Best wishes to both of you. We wish

you a great day and a wonderful year ahead of you.

PARK OF THE PINES Bob Reynolds, Reporter

I love this warmer weather we‟ve been having. Do I

hear three cheers? The mornings are cool and then it

is “remove 1 item” time to be able to move around a

bit freer. Just make sure you are actually wearing at

least two items, okay?

Bob and Brenda Story recently spent two days

at Fernandina Beach (Amelia Island), FL. They

stayed at the historic Florida House Inn and were in

and out of several shops. Though chilly (!) they

went to the beach and observed huge waves rolling

in! No, they did not take a swim, says Bob! A

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highlight of the trip was visiting Fort Clinch State

Park. The Fort, which was active during the Civil

War, is well worth a visit! They thank the Lord for

a nice, two-day get-away!

The Annie Moses Band was all it was hyped up

to be, right? What talent and all in the same family.

Have you any idea what it was like in the household

when some, or all of them, were practicing? How

about just three? This is not a criticism of their

electric equipment, but next time I will not sit in the

third row…. the front third row! I understand there

is like a vortex that if you are within that spectrum

(I hope that is the right description) it is pretty

awesome. A gentleman across the aisle said he

didn‟t think it was loud where he sat. I think he was

deaf! I remember attending a concert featuring Bill

Gaither in New Haven, CT, years ago with my

sister-in-law. We could not hear each other without

cupping our hands and talking loudly into the ear of

the other. It didn‟t work. There was a woman two

rows in front of us and by all indications the baby

(3-4 months) was sleeping through it all. Ah-h-h-h,

youth.

Here‟s one for you, taken from Benjamin R. De

Jong‟s “Uncle Ben‟s Quotebook”:

Quite matchless are her dark brown iiii,

She talks with perfect eeee,

And when I tell her she is yyyy,

She says I am a tttt.

SPECIAL FEATURES LIVE! AT DOWLING PARK ARTIST SERIES

Last Thur. our Village and many visitors were

entertained by an award-winning group of Julliard

trained musicians called The Annie Moses Band.

Annie Wolaver, the lead violinist and vocalist is

named for her “grandma” Annie Moses who led her

family from the cotton fields of TX to premier

concert stages all across America and around the

world. Annie‟s dad, Bill Wolaver, and her mother,

Robin, compose and arrange their music. Bill is the

group‟s pianist. His sons are violist Alex, and

cellist Benjamin. Annie‟s sister, Gretchen, also

sings and plays violin and banjo. Another sister,

Camille, who is the band‟s harpist and keyboard

player, was absent awaiting the imminent birth of

her baby. This amazing family of gifted musicians

played blue grass and the violins became fiddles.

They entertained us with songs by Stephen Foster

and some that were immortalized by Nat King Cole.

Familiar hymns expressed their message of a strong

family and deep faith. It was a great evening of

music and of hearing the story of Annie‟s

grandmother, Annie Moses, whose love of music

and determination to educate her family made this

fine evening possible for us. We send our many

thanks to Dick Grillo, who never fails to provide

quality performers, and next month we will have

“Three on a String” on Feb. 23, at 7:00 p.m. at the

VC. See you there!

FYI

FUTURE DATES TO REMEMBER

March 10-12, ACV Winter Retreat

MISSED JAN. ANNIVERSARY We apologize to Lou and Barbara Leone for not

listing their anniversary date of Jan. 11 on the

monthly “green sheet.” Their marriage of 53 years

should not have been overlooked. If we forget to

list your birthday or anniversary, please let us know

by emailing FNN@acvillage.net or calling 658-

5400. We try not to miss anyone, but sadly,

sometimes do.

BA NEIGHBORHOOD BIBLE STUDY The neighborhood Bible Study will begin again on

Thur., Jan. 26, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Come join us

at 22980 102nd

Trace in BA for the seven-week

study, “The Battle Plan for Prayer.” Call: 658-3481

if interested.

ATTENTION MAINERS: Save this date: the

ME potluck luncheon will be held on Tue., Apr. 4,

at noon at the HC.

HARBINGER BIBLE CONFERENCE

SOUTH Thur.-Sat., Feb. 9-11,

Conference & Retreat Center (Lodge)

Conference Room

Opening Worship Service is Thur. at 6:00 p.m.

Topic of Study: Conforming To the Image of

Christ (As We Prepare for the Second Coming of

the Lord In Today’s World)

Speaker

Worship Speaker - Rev. Ray Penney

Bible Study Teachers

Rev. Gene Peters, “Standing Firm Till the End” -

Matthew 24:18

Rev. Irvin Verrill – “The Kind of People We Need

To Be” - 2 Peter 3:11

Rev. Michael Saunders - “The Promises of God

Are Irrevocable!” - Romans 11:28, 29

Worship Leader: Rev. George Waterman

Pianist: Rev. Bob Story

Schedule

6:00 p.m. - Evening Services with Rev. Ray Penney

7:30 p.m. - Refreshments and Fellowship

Thur. & Fri.

9:30 a.m. - Bible studies with Rev. Gene Peters and

Rev. Irvine Verrill (with coffee and doughnuts)

2:00 p.m. - Bible Studies with Rev. Michael

Saunders (with snacks)

Sun., Feb. 12

9:45 a.m. Worship at the VC - Pastor Tim Setzer

(We encourage our Harbinger family to attend this

worship service and for those who are able to eat

lunch together in the RDR.)

There is no charge to attend the conference, but

offerings will be taken at each service to cover costs

and speaker‟s honorariums.

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We hope and pray you will join us. If you are

planning to attend, please let Michael Saunders

know. Thank you!

Rev. Michael Saunders at msaunderssr@gmail.com

or (407) 668-6509. Please leave a message and he

will call you back.

CARE & SHARE FOCUS GROUP First & Third Tue. from 2:05 to 3:50 p.m.,

CCC Conf. Room and

Second & Fourth Tue. from 2:00-4:00 p.m.,

CH TV Room

Bible Study/Training Sessions focusing on:

“DIVINE HEALTH & WHOLENESS” from Jan.

through May in an open door format, drop in

anytime. Current Topic: JESUS, the HEALER.

“The Healing Ministry of Jesus” then and now.

Sessions will be led by the Holy Spirit and

facilitated by Pastor Ray and Chaplain Day. We

care and want to share! Note: Bring an open heart,

an open mind, and your favorite Bible translation!

Any questions? Call David Young, 688-2473.

HATS FOR THE MILITARY

OVERSEAS PROJECT It‟s time to start our Hats for the Military Overseas

Project. Shoebox will mail them. The hats protect

the head of service people wearing helmets. The

instructions (pattern) are on the bulletin board in the

CH community room.

Last year we completed 500 hats. See the

thank you note from Shoebox on the bulletin board

in the CH community room. If anyone has yarn to

donate for this project, please drop it off at the CH

office desk. If you have any questions, call Phyllis

Mastro at 658-3056.

CHURCH CHUCKLE Two little boys, ages eight and ten, were always

getting into trouble, and their parents didn‟t know

what to do about it. When they heard that a

preacher in town had been successful in disciplining

children, the boys‟ mother asked if he would speak

with her boys. The preacher agreed, but he asked to

see them individually.

The mother sent the eight-year-old in first. The

preacher, a large man with a booming voice, sat the

younger boy down and asked him sternly, “Do you

know where God is, son?” The boy‟s mouth

dropped open, and he made no response.

The preacher repeated the question in an even

sterner tone, “Where is God?” Again, the boy made

no attempt to answer. The preacher looked him

squarely in the eyes and said again, “Where is

God?”

The boy screamed and bolted from the room.

When his older brother saw him, he asked, “What

happened?”

The younger brother, gasping for breath,

replied, “We are in BIG trouble this time. God is

missing, and they think we did it!”

Submitted by Carole Kueppers

THANK YOU

Wow, wow, wow! Turning 90 is awesome!

Thanks so much for all the gifts, cards, and vocal

encouragement. Again, THANKS! Joy Whitmore

Turning 80 seemed such a strange milestone! A

huge thank you to all who helped me celebrate. I

appreciate greatly the many cards, phone calls, and

gifts. It was especially wonderful having my son

and wife, Shaun and Chrissy Donovan, of Lamoine,

ME present. Every day I thank our Heavenly Father

for allowing me to live in this wonderful Village.

Sheila Wallace

MISCELLANEOUS

Ads must be received by noon on Tue. in order to

be printed in the next edition of the FNN. Only

ACV members and ACV staff are eligible to

advertise. You may drop your ads off in the FNN

box by the IC or email to: FNN@acvillage.net.

Ads appear for two weeks unless notified to pull the

ad sooner. If you have any questions, call 658-

5400.

TNF&M HAS SOME GREAT BARGAINS:

Come and see! You will find a lovely table with 4

chairs, love seat, sofa, coffee tables, and numerous

kitchen items. Cold? We have blankets, jackets,

and sweatshirts.*

GARDEN CLUB NEWS: We still have some

pecan pieces and walnuts for sale. 1 lb. bags are $10

each. They freeze well. Call Peggy Eckel at 658-

2303.*

FOR SALE: Desk top video magnifier, like new,

Topaz, 18”. HD camera, you can see it and read it!

Adjustable monitor – self-contained. Several

colors, electric, no batteries needed, 18” monitor,

stable x/y table for comfortable reading; tilt down

screen, side to side movement; bright vivid picture.

Excellent like brand new condition. $940 OBO.

Call 352-553-6645.*

PORCH SALE: Sat., Jan. 21, 10:00 a.m.

Household items, chairs, some primitives. Also old

cedar chest, drop leaf dining table, maple rocking

chair. 11004 Maple Lane, POP. 658-3366 or 423-

802-0279.*

CANOE/KAYAK ENTHUSIASTS: or river rats

in general. Join a group of like-minded souls to

share conversation and adventure. Call 658-1313

and leave a message if not home.*

CALLING ALL FIREMEN: Retired career or

volunteer. Let‟s meet on Sun. at 2:30 p.m. in the

CH lobby. Alan Doneburgh 249-3155.*

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SAVE THE DATE FOR ESTATE SALE:

furniture, collectables, dishes, and much more. Jan.

26-28.*

FOR SALE: Shopsmith Mark V multi-function

shop tool with books, custom storage cabinet and

many accessories worth more than $1,500; asking

$800. Craftsman tool chest loaded with tools, $500.

Call 658-1586.*

FOR SALE: Round oak table with protective glass

top. 4 chairs, $180. Call 658-3566. If no answer,

leave a message.*

FOUND: Ladies‟ handkerchief outside the RDR.

White with multi-color dots and embroidery. Claim

at the IC.*

AFTER CHRISTMAS “Green Light Special”: 4

passenger; EZ GO Green Golf Cart. Come and Get

it - 1st come, 1

st serve. Price reduced to $1,944.08.

By the time your decorations are off your tree, it

will probably be gone, so make me an offer. Jackie

Campbell, 210-410-2113.*

FOR SALE: Moving sale - Treadmill-Pro Form

model J with powered inclining deck and vital

health measurements, as well as a programmed

routine $45; glass top patio table with 4 matching

chairs - $45. Photos available; email:

glennthompson68@earthlink.net. Glenn Thompson,

658-3490.*

FURNITURE SALE: matching chest of drawers

& dresser with mirror, $150; queen sized bed with

headboard, $50; double bed with headboard and

mattress, $40; various end tables and lamps; like

new dining table with removable leaf and 6 padded

chairs, $200; assorted dishes, silverware sets, $5;

cabinets, men‟s 26” Huffy bike $30. Call 658-

2461.**

MOBILE HOME FOR SALE IN POP: 11011

Cedar Dr. – 2015 Town Manor by C& G - $45,000

– 48x14. This is a 2 bedr. and 1 bath new home.

Appliances incl.: stove, refrigerator, microwave,

stack washer/dryer. Flooring is a beautiful wood-

look vinyl & the exterior is vinyl siding. Available

for occupancy in Apr. Call Karen Thomas at 386-

658-5933 or 800-647-3353 for more information.

FOR SALE: Call Me No Hero. $32. The story of

Monticello, FL native war hero Ernest “Boots”

Thomas. Platoon combat leader on Iwo Jima. Call

Fred Mickler at 386-688-6195.**

FOR SALE: Allen organ with “smart recorder”

and generous “midi” section, 2 manuals, 2 volume

pedals, transposer, 12 years old, roll top cover.

Excellent condition. Suitable for home or church.

No longer able to play. Bonus of organ music with

purchase. Buyer responsible for moving. Call 658-

3086.**

WANTED: Stroke survivor looking for part-time

and/or full-time caregiver to assist the current

caregiver. Some lifting and driving the patient to

doctor‟s appointments. Also, assisting the patient in

activities of daily living. Call Charlene at 658-

1886.**

FOR SALE: Jazzy Elec. wheelchair, ex. cond.,

$800; 36” round white table with 2 chairs, $60; 4-

drawer tan file with lock, $45; 3 indoor decorative

trees, $30-35 ea.; all plate glass table 62x42 with 4

high back metal padded chairs, $150; floor cabinet,

34 hi x 32 w x 16 d; v. good cond., light wood grain

Formica, $45. David Northup 658-3207.**

MOTOR HOME FOR SALE: 23 feet,

refrigerator, bath, generator, roof air. $6,500 OBO.

658-3242.**

The Village Café

Hours:

Tuesday-Wednesday

11:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Thursday, Friday & Saturday

8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.

658-5777

Lopin' Gopher Deli

Hours:

Monday-Sunday

7:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m. for Breakfast

Monday-Saturday

11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. for Lunch

Monday-Sunday

4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. for light Dinner

658-5259

Cashier’s Office

Hours:

Monday-Friday

10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

658-5343

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P.O. Box 4305

Dowling Park, FL 32064

Phillips Center Mid-Day Dining Menu

Open Daily for Dinner 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

This Week’s Featured Menus January 19 – January 26, 2017

THURSDAY: Home Style Chicken Vegetable Soup $1.99, Chopped Beef Steak w/ Mushroom, Peppers

& Onions $3.99, Sliced Roasted Turkey Breast $3.99, Macaroni & Cheese .99, Collard Greens .99, Red

Potatoes .99, Grilled Cabbage .99, Corn Muffins, Assorted Side Salads & Desserts

Mindful Plate: Sliced Turkey Breast w/ Mashed Potatoes & Cabbage $4.89

FRIDAY: Homemade Cream of Cauliflower Soup $1.99, Fried Catfish w/ Hush Puppies $4.29,

Grilled Ham Steak w/ Pineapple $4.29, Cheese Grits .99, Baked Sweet Potato .99, Broccoli, Bacon &

Cheddar Casserole .99, Lima Beans .99, Cole Slaw .99, Assorted Side Salads & Desserts.

Mindful Plate: Baked Fish Fillet w/ Oven Potatoes & Lima Beans $4.89

SATURDAY: Hearty Chili w/ Crackers $1.99, Hamburger w/ Kaiser Bun $3.79, Chef’s Special

$3.49, Buttered Corn on the Cob .99, Baked Beans .99,California Vegetable Blend .99, French Fries .99,

Southern Style Potato Salad .99, Cole Slaw .99, Assorted Side Salads & Desserts

Mindful Plate: Grilled Beef Patty, Corn on the Cob & Mixed Vegetables $4.89

SUNDAY BUFFET: 10:45 am – 1:15 pm Tossed Garden Salad w/ Choice of Dressing, Chef Carved

Roast Turkey, BBQ Pork Ribs, Fried Catch Of The Day, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Herb Pasta,

Chef’s Vegetable Blend, Steamed Whole Green Beans, Carrot & Golden Raisin Salad, Choice of

Beverage, Boston Cream Pie for Dessert, NAS/SF Chocolate & Vanilla Mousse Swirl w/ Topping!

Members $9.99 Non-Members $13.49

MONDAY: Butternut Squash Soup $1.99, Chicken Cacciatore w/ Vermicelli $4.59, Chef Roberto’s

Empanadas w/ Sour Cream & Salsa $3.79, Fresh Grilled Zucchini .99, Parsley Boiled Red Potatoes

.99, Peas & Carrots .99, Dinner Roll .65, Assorted Side Salads & Desserts

Mindful Plate: Chicken Cacciatore w/ Vermicelli, Peas & Carrots $4.89

TUESDAY: Cheeseburger Chowder $1.99, Chef’s Special $3.49, Grilled Kielbasa Sausage $4.29,

Steamed Yellow Squash .99, Bayou Red Beans .99, White Rice .99, Steamed Broccoli .99, Fruited & Sweet

Muffins .65, Assorted Side Salads & Desserts

Mindful Plate: Grilled Kielbasa Sausage w/ Bayou Red Beans & Rice $4.89

WEDNESDAY: Navy Bean Soup w/ Ham $1.99, Roast Beef w/ Caramelized Onion & Cheddar on a

Fresh Baked Sub Roll $4.59, Golden Fried Chicken $3.99 Chef’s Vegetable .99, Sautéed Button

Mushrooms .99, Fresh Spinach .99, Herb Risotto .99, Baked Sweet Potato .99, Assorted Side Salads &

Desserts

Mindful Plate: Roasted Chicken w/ Spinach & Baked Sweet Potato $4.89

THURSDAY: Light House Clam Chowder $1.99, Lemon & White Wine Broiled Tilapia $4.59, Bistro

Greek Turkey Burger Served on a Bun $4.59 Brown Rice Pilaf .99, Roasted Potato Wedges .99, Cut

Green Beans w/ Pimiento .99, Honey Glazed Carrots .99, Assorted Side Salads & Desserts

Mindful Plate: Lemon & White Wine Broiled Tilapia w/ Brown Rice & Veggies $4.89

*Menus are subject to change.

**No Added Sugar (NAS) / Sugar Free (SF) Desserts are Available Daily. We also Offer

NAS/SF Fresh Dipped Ice Cream at the Deli and Ice Cream Dixie Cups in the Main Dining

Room, Pudding Packs & Cookie Packs. This Week’s Featured NAS/SF Dessert Items will be:

Whipped Mousse Cups w/ Topping and Apple Pie

Week II

Twice Nice Furniture & More 23353 County Road 250

658-5871 Open: Monday & Thursday

12:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. 1st Sat. of every month, 8:00 a.m. – noon

For pick up (available on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to noon)

and deliveries contact the Larry Wotton by calling 688-6844.

The Rustic Shop

Est. 1972

We specialize in quality, hand-crafted items made at ACV.

Lovely Victorian porcelain dolls

only $8.00

We have a beautiful display of Oriental Objects.

Monday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

in the Village Square. 658-5273

Twice Nice Shop Advent Christian Village Square

658-5271

Open Monday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Men’s suits and suit jackets half price.

Ladies shoes $1 off. Blouses buy one get one free.

(does not have to be the same price). Capris half price.

Gift Certificates are available.

Credit Cards accepted on items of $10 or more.

Riverside Gifts “You have not lived today until you have done something for someone

who can never repay you.” ~ John Bunyan, wrote The Pilgrim's Progress,

1628-1688

Grandchildren visiting?

Riverside Gifts has a

great selection of fascinating toys

Camille Beckman

Natural Cocoa Butter Lip Balm

Organic, Fair Trade

Cough & Cold Balm

The all-natural, vegan balm

for coughs, colds and

congestion.

We accept major credit cards.

Riverside Gifts 386-658-5771 In our lovely Village Square

Monday-Saturday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

the

village grocer

Better Value Peanut Butter

18oz. 1.89

Armour Chili with Beans

14oz. 1.49

Mrs. Cubbison’s Seasoned Croutons

5oz. 1.59

Hy-Top Chicken Noodle Soup

10.75oz. .89

Bumble Bee Tuna in Water

5oz. 1.19

Dole Pineapple-Sliced/Crushed

8.25oz. .79

Hy-Top Quick Oats

18oz. 1.79

Angel Soft Bathroom Tissue

48-roll pack 1.29

Hy-Top Vegetable Oil

16oz. 1.19

Crystal Farms String Cheese

10oz. 3.49

Merico Butter Me Not Biscuits

10ct. .79

Fresh Cello Head Lettuce

each 1.19

Pink Grapefruit

each .99

Fresh Yellow Squash

lb. 1.39

Noble Roman’s Ready-to-Bake

Pizzas

Handcrafted in our Deli.

Cheese--$6.99

Pictsweet Vegetable Soup Mix

16oz. 1.19

Banquet Pot Pies

7oz. {all varieties} .89

Stouffers Flat Bread Sandwich

6oz. {all varieties} 2.99

Sanderson Farms Whole Fryers

lb. 1.19

Boneless Sirloin Tip Beef Roast

lb. 3.99

Lean Boneless Pork Roast

lb. 2.49

Boneless Ribeye Steak

lb. 9.99

Carolina Pride Thick Sliced Bacon

12oz. 2.99

Sugardale Polish Sausage

2.5lb. 3.49

Bar-S Honey or Cooked Ham

16oz. 3.99

Tastee Choice Dinner Entrees

22oz. {all varieties} 3.79

Panamel Imitation Crab Meat

16oz. 1.69

THIS WEEK’S SCRIPTURE Pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love,

endurance and gentleness. Fight the good fight of

faith. Take hold of eternal life.

Timothy 6:12

Half Rotisserie Chicken $3.99 each

Order Yours Today!

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