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Vol. XXII, No. 2	King's Gate Club - a 55+ community, Nokomis, Florida	January 10, 2009

IDENTITY THEFT PRESENTATION:   There will be a presentation on Identity Theft Protection TODAY following the social meeting.   Since identity theft has become so prevalent, we can all benefit from tips on how to protect ourselves from becoming a victim.

HEALTHLINE:   Peter Havey, of 294 Avenue of Kings, is a patient at Harbor Chase of Venice, Assisted Living, 950 Pinebrook Road, Venice FL 34285.   Cards and especially visitors would be appreciated.       ---Rose Jones, Healthline

WELCOME PARTY:   Next Wednesday, January 14, at 7:00 pm at the Clubhouse is when we will welcome new owners in the Club.   This party is sponsored by the Welcome Committee and the Solos Group.   PLEASE plan to attend so you can meet and visit with all our new owners.   Also, if you have purchased a home in the Club within the past two years but were not able to attend the Welcome Party at that time, we would like to "officially" welcome you, too.   Just phone Shirley Bethke at 484-2191 to let her know you will be there.

PATIO PARTY:   Sunday afternoon, January 18th at 2:00 pm will be our first patio party of 2009.   Entertainer is Jay Smith.   Plan to attend for an afternoon of great entertainment and refreshments.   Due to Travel also having an outing that afternoon, we are asking those planning to attend to sign up so we will have an idea on how much refreshment to get.   Sign up sheet is in back of Hall or call Lois Luther 488-3042 or Jessica Prentice 488-5267.

ENTERTAINMENT:   On Wednesday, January 21st at 7:30 pm, we will have the fabulous "Pizzazz American Style".   Tickets are $10.00 per person and will be sold on Saturday morning, January 10 and January 17 and at the door the evening of the show.   Watch and listen to the talented pianist, Brian Gurl and violinist, Lenny Ski along with a dynamic rhythm section perform.   Buy your tickets early and you will be guaranteed a seat because space will be limited due to their popularity.

SUPER BOWL "43" PARTY:   Tickets will be on sale starting today, January 10th and for the next few Saturdays for the Super Bowl Party which is on Sunday February 1, 2009.   Enjoy the game on the "big screen" with your friends.   Snacks at 5:30 pm - Subs at 6:00 pm - Kickoff is 6:28 pm.   Ice cream bars are also included, all for the price of $6.00.   BYOB.   "Pool" squares will also be available for sale.   Even if your team is not in the Super Bowl, you can cheer for someone else's team like we will be doing.   Any questions - call Gene and Mickey 488-8281

AARP DRIVERS REFRESHER COURSE:   The class will be held on Thursday January 29th and Friday January 30th.   The class will be held from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm in the Activities Room.   Sign up sheet is in the back of the Hall.       ---Harry Kiel   488-6670

WOODSHOP:   There will be a Woodshop meeting Tuesday January 13th at 9:00 am in the Woodshop for all persons interested in forming a "Woodshop Support Team".       ---Rex Ingerick

FLEA MARKET:   The items that are donated to KGC for the Annual Flea Market in March are available for sale thru the year if you have a need.   Contact Angie Richards or Fran Yaros

INFORMATIONAL SEMINAR presented by Law Office of Harlan R. Domber, P.A. regarding ways to Title Florida property, Homestead issues, and Resale of Florida property.   It will be in the Clubhouse Wednesday, February 11, 2009 at 9:00 am.

THANK YOU:   We want to thank the Ladies of the Prayer Shawl Group for the shawls given to both of us.   We have put them to use while watching TV.       ---George and Dorothy Scott

THANK YOU:   Rosemary and I would like to express our sincere thanks for the many e-mails, prayers and phone calls expressing condolences for the passing of Alan's Mother.   We are so fortunate to have found KGC and to receive your support and kindness.       Thank you, Alan & Rosemary

THANK YOU:   Many thanks to Angie Richards, Mickey Fournier, Linda Varty and Julie Walker for helping with the refreshments at Candidates night.   Also to Patty Ray for her time and transportations of the cakes and to Jack Varty and Charlie Fote and other anonymous helpers that helped clean the kitchen.   Thanks so much and hope you all enjoyed the evening!

LIBRARY NEWS:   There will be a meeting on Wednesday January 15th of the library staff from 9:00-11:00 am to rearrange our shelves and take stock of our books.   Those who cannot attend please call Barb T. at 480-9294.

BOWLING:

TRAVEL:   January 15, 2009, Hard Rock casino, loading at 7:30 am, please bring ID, your players card, mark your name on a dollar if you wish to play the money game, and a sweater.  We should return about 3:30 - 4:00 pm.  Wait list only.
      January 18, 2009, Singin in the Rain, Broadway Palm dinner theatre, wait listed, all payments should be in $62.00 each, loading 10:00 am.
      February 19, 2009, Thursday, Hard Rock Casino, $25.00, you get $25.00 in free play, and $5.00 in food voucher.  Sign up soon as it is always a sell out.  Round trip transportation, all tips included.
      March 1, 2009 All Shook Up, sold out, have about 30 on wait list and if necessary I will try and get another date to accommodate everyone.
      March 19th, Silver Foxes, at Venice Theatre, $20.00 sign up soon.
      March 27th, Sailor Circus, a great show under the big top, the children of Sarasota put on a fantastic show, you will not want to miss this one.  Tickets will be $15.00 each.
      April 25 - May 2, 2009 Kings Gate Club cruise to Bermuda, final payments due to VIP World Travel on February 2, 2009.
      Our exciting new cruise.  The best of the Baltic on Princess Cruises, including Scandinavia, Russia 10 days on Princess Cruise line.  Pick up a flyer today you just might be interested,
As we always say consider traveling with King's Gate Club and leave all the planning and troubles to us.
      Don & Mary Lou Richmond Travel Coordinators 484-6807   -   John & Sandy Eade Travel Partners 484-4440

PLEASE WEAR YOUR NAME TAGS AT ALL CLUB FUNCTIONS!!!

ORCHIDS:   To George and Liz Becker who will chair the Safety Patrol.

ORCHIDS:   To the 16 residents who donated blood when the bloodmobile was here last Friday.

WALKERS:   When walking, please face traffic coming toward you and at night please carry a flashlight.

PANCAKE BREAKFAST:   253 people came to the Clubhouse for the breakfast last Friday.  This is a near record for January.

FOOD PANTRY:   Last Saturday our residents donated 250 items of food and $310.00 cash to the Food Pantry.

TREE TRIMMING will officially begin Monday January 12th.   Sign-up sheet is in the office.   Prices start at $15.00 per palm.   Any questions, call Rich Davis 412-1951.

FORMER RESIDENT:   John Soroka, a former resident, passed away, Monday, January 5.   Sympathy may be sent to his wife, Estelle, at 5892 Augusta Lane, Grand Blanc MI 48439.   John and Estelle had lived here for 26 years before moving back to Michigan in June 2008.

FORMER RESIDENT:   Ray Webb, a former resident at 7 Castle Drive, passed away Tuesday, January 6 in Ohio.   Sympathy may be sent to his wife, Jo Ann Webb, 109 Shepherd Ridge, Waynesville, OH  45068.

NEW OWNERS:   Welcome to new owners Ken and Andree Wackelin who have purchased 258 Camelot Drive.   They are from Stafford Springs, CT (and Kings Gate RV Park).   Phone:  483-3566.   We hope you enjoy many happy years here at the Club!

RENTERS:   Welcome to the following new and return renters:
Richard and Rozella Runnels, 3 Castle Drive, from Clinton Township, MI, here January 31.
Pete and Peggy Broadwater, 37 King Arthur Drive, from Poland, OH, here May 4, phone 412-9531.  (Former owners)
Michael and Joyce Reid, 54 King Arthur Drive, from Schreiber, Ont., here until February 28.
Richard and Sally Engelgau, 83 King Arthur Drive, from Port Huron, MI, here until April 1.
Roy and Margarret Bakeoven, 109 King Arthur Drive, from Hatboro, PA, here until April 1.
Terry and Gay Grogan, 127 Camelot Drive, from Centerville, OH, here until April 10.
Boots & Gina Krings, 177 Princess Ave., from Macomb, MI, here until March 31.
David and Sharon Lones, 188 Camelot Drive, from Lancaster, OH, here until April 1, phone 484-0815.
Bob and Leta Adams, 222 Princess Ave., from Maumee, OH, here until April 1, phone 412-9224.
Darryl and Judi Leathers, 225 Duchess Ave., from Stanwood, MI, here until March 31.
Betty Ruth Raygor, 256 Camelot Drive, from Little Canada, MN, here for month of January.  (Former owner)
Dan and Pat Zimmerman, 303 Ave. of Dukes, from Delton, MI, here until April 15.
George and Patty Ray, 314 Castle Drive, from Grove Port, OH, here until February 28, phone 484-1901 (Former owners)
Marion Daur, 326 King Arthur Drive, from Katonah, NY, here until April 30.
Terry and Janice Roberts, 138 Camelot Drive, from Southport, ME, here until May 1.
We hope you all enjoy your stay at Kings Gate Club!

GREAT LAKES BREAKFAST:   Tuesday January 13th at 8:30 am, at I Hop Restaurant 4369 Tamiami Trail. S.   If you are from Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois, Indiana or Canada, you are invited to join us.   Put your name on the sign-up sheet in back of Hall, and wear your nametag.   If you have any questions call Loretta Brian 488-0664 or Dot Grams 480-1544.

NY-NJ BREAKFAST (note time correction) will be Thursday January 15, 2009 at 9:00 am, at I Hop Restaurant, 4369 Tamiami Trail S.   Please sign up.   If you have questions call Eleanor Barth 485-9714

OHIO LUNCH:   Sign up for the OHIO CLUB lunch which will be held at Millie's Restaurant on Monday, January 19th at 1:00 pm.   See you there!   Any questions call Posie 480-1868 or George 484-3288

NEW ENGLAND LUNCHEON:   Thursday, January 22, 2009 at 12:30 pm at I HOP Restaurant on 4369 Tamiami Trail S. Venice.   All New England residents, renters and guests are welcome to join us.   Sign up on sheet in Clubhouse.   Please wear name tags.   See you there!   Any questions call Gene and Mickey 488-8281

TEXAS HOLD-EM will resume Friday, January 9th and Friday January 23rd at 7:00 pm in the card room.   In the future Texas Hold-em will be held the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month.       ---Marge Fulgoni

TENNIS instructions for beginners will start Monday January 12, 2009, at 2:00 pm at the tennis courts.   Come out and learn to play, get some exercise, and make some new friends.   Or, if you played when you were younger and want to start playing again, come out and brush up on your strokes.   There are sign up sheets at the tennis courts and in the Clubhouse.       ---Alex Ferris 485-8098 or Don Keele 484-8198

BEGINNERS TAP:   Class will be held every Monday from 9:30 to 10:30 am in the Clubhouse beginning on Monday, January 12th.   Don't need to buy tap shoes until you decide if you like the class.   Everyone is welcome.   Call Maureen Fitzgerald at 941-484-5113 AFTER January 4th if you are interested.  

STAINED GLASS:   We're going to have another Beginner's class if at least four people sign up.   The class will start Tuesday, January 13th at 2:00 pm and run for six weeks.   The class fee will be $32.00 which covers supplies provided.   The sign up sheet is on the bulletin board in the Clubhouse.       ---Questions call or email Jessica, Fran or Bob.

AED/CPR CLASS:   The next AED/CPR class to update and refresh your learning of CPR and the use of the AED will be on January 24, 2009, a Saturday, from 12:00 noon - to 4:00 pm in the Activity Room.   The CPR procedure has changed and so it is important to attend this class.   Therefore, the following is a list of people that need recertified.   Inge Gooch, Sandra Crawford, Charlotte Stears, Lydia Johnson, George Agricola, Nip Barker, Jim Breitwieser, Bill Gilbert, Rae Burmaster, Terry Hanlon, Ruth Campbell, Roger Campbell, Rosemary Holdway, Alan Holdway, Dick Madden, Jean Davis, Dick Wagner, Shirley Wagner, Don Paulson, Ruth Paulson, Ted Lewis, Linda Varty, Val Zabielski, Rex Ingerick, Vicky May, Judy Auerbach, George Smatko.
      Please E- Mail me at emil@kgc.cc to attend the class.   After January 7, 2009, you can call me at KGC at 941-484-7031       ---Emil DePasquale

SHUFFLEBOARD STANDINGS……… Monday, January 5, 2009

SHUFFLEBOARD STANDINGS……… Thursday, January 8, 2009

Thursday January 15 - Team #2 makes courts ready.             ---Ralph Garver

THOUGHTS:   Hope that you are all planning to vote in the election for Board of Directors and for the Round Table Committee.   There are many good candidates so it is a difficult choice at times.   But there are two things:   first of all, you have a chance to vote for the people of your choice and, secondly, it is necessary to have a quorum at the Annual Meeting so your ballot is necessary.       ---SJB

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