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Shirley Bethke Mary Carpenter Sandy McIntyre Karen Swanson Sue Logan, Editor		The older I get, the better I used to be.
Vol. XXII, No. 48	King's Gate Club - a 55+ community, Nokomis, Florida	December 5, 2009

BUD PORZIO, 189 Camelot DR, passed away on Friday, December 4th.   Our sincere condolences to his wife, Mary and their family.   Funeral arrangements are forthcoming.

HEALTHLINE:   Arnold Baldwin (169 Duchess) was recently in the hospital, with congestive heart failure, but at the present time he is doing much better.   Please keep Arnold and his wife, Janet, in your prayers.   Cards would be appreciated.   Their northern address is in the book.       ---Irene Bette

MUSIC APPRECIATION:   Saturday December 5th ...Yes, tonight! 7.00pm until 9.00pm at the Clubhouse.... all are invited to the first evening of Music Appreciation this season.   We shall start the evening with selections from George Bizet's Carmen (music only), followed by selections from Handel's Messiah.   The second half of the program will be a DVD of the great showman,   Andre Rieu and his world famous Orchestra, playing Christmas Music.   The setting is in his native Holland.   Lemonade and apple cider will be provided; please feel free to bring snacks/finger food.   If you have yet to hear our new audio system at its best, TONIGHT is the night to get into the Christmas spirit.       --  Alan & Rosemary Holdway, 412-3872

OHIO CLUB:   All of you Ohioans, join us for some meeting and greeting on Tuesday, December 8, from 3:00-5:00 in the Clubhouse.   We'll have short entertainment and lots of fun, because you are going to bring a wrapped surprise that you find around your house (sometimes called a white elephant).   There will be news of our SUMMER EVENT.   PLEASE BRING:   finger food to share, your own beverage, and your wrapped surprise!   PLEASE SIGN UP.       ---Posie Gallaher, 480-1868

MOVIE for Wednesday Dec. 9th, will be JULIE & JULIA,  rated  PG 13.   Amy Adams stars, in this truth-inspired tale, as Julie Powell, a disenchanted government secretary who decides to enliven her uneventful life by cooking all 524 recipes outlined in Julia Child's culinary classic, Mastering the Art of French Cooking.   Based on Powell's book, Julie & Julia:  365 Days, 524 Recipes, 1 Tiny Apartment Kitchen, director Nora Ephron's heartwarming 'dramedy', also stars Meryl Streep as legendary chef, Julia Child.   
Movie @ 7:30 PM - PLANET EARTH @ 7 PM.       ---Arlene Hyde

LINE DANCING on Thursday Dec. 10th will be at 10:30 AM after the BOD meeting.       ---June McMains

NY-NJ CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON will be at Millie's Rest., 3900 Clark Rd. Sarasota, Thursday, Dec. 10th at 1 PM.   Please sign up; wear your name tags.   Hope to see many of you there.   ?? Call Eleanor, 485-9714

NEW ENGLAND BREAKFAST:   To start off the Christmas Season, we will have our first get-together on Friday, December 11, 2009 at 8:15 AM, at Dimitri's Home Style Buffet, 405 US 41 By Pass N, in Venice.   We look forward to seeing our new, New England owners, renters, guests and our long time residents.   Sign up on sheet in the Clubhouse.   Please wear your name tags.       ??  Call Gene and Mickey, 488-8281

REGATTA SEASON for 2010 begins this Sunday, Dec.13th, at 1:30 PM.   As an experienced boat owner, there are some items of interest you should be aware of, for the coming season.   Charge the batteries, dust off the shelf dirt, and for some, you have to un-package them; admire them even more out of the box, and anticipate the challenges ahead of you.   Just like in past years, we expect a large turnout of boisterous crowds.   The grill will be heated up, ready to serve our hot dogs and goodies, for this anticipated event.   All are invited to come and enjoy a relaxing afternoon, "at the pool".       ---Commodore Jerry Becker

ATTENTION - WANNABE GUITAR PLAYERS:   If you are interested in learning to play the guitar, please attend a meeting which will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 15, at 9 AM, in the Activities Room.   If you don't have a guitar, we will discuss how to obtain one at that meeting.       ---Ron Carpenter

ENTERTAINMENT:   We have an excellent Christmas Special for all of you.   On Wednesday, December 16, @ 7:30 P.M. we will have two entertainments.   The Venice Isles' Men's Glee Club will sing songs of Christmas and nostalgia.   The second half will feature Jimmy Mazz, a newcomer from the great state of Massachusetts.   He is a vocalist and impersonator and will sing songs from the 50's such as those from Perry Como and the Rat Pack and more.   Come and spend the evening with us, and bring in the Christmas Spirit.   Remember to come early.   The doors will open @ 7:00 P.M.   Tickets will be on sale Sat. Dec. 5th and 12th.   $7.00 each tax included.       ---Emil and Shirley DePasquale

SINGLES' CHRISTMAS PARTY:   All you singles, come celebrate Christmas with me on Friday, December 18, at 5:00 PM.   Just bring yourself (no gifts) and a happy face.   Please sign up in the back of the hall.       ---Ann Kellum, 322 King Arthur Drive

VOLUNTEERS for KGC RT Activities:   Good news!   Charlie Fote has agreed to chair our Christmas Dinner, and Pat Savoie has volunteered to chair our New Year's Eve Party.   Fred Lewis will shepherd the Christmas Golf Cart parade, while Angie Richards will chair the party after the parade in the club house.
Many thanks, to all of you, for stepping forward.       ---George Agricola

CHRISTMAS DINNER:   Come and join your King's Gate family, for a wonderful afternoon and dinner.   Leave all the planning to us, on this special Holiday.   We will gather in the clubhouse at 1:30, with dinner being served at 2:00 sharp.   All you need to do is bring your place setting, if you wish.   Everything will be provided.   A terrific menu from appetizers to desert, including wine and soft drinks, will be served.   Tickets will be sold at the Saturday morning meetings for $15 per person.   If you cannot make the meetings and want a ticket, call Charlie Fote (484-5398), and he will ensure that you get one.   Don't miss this special occasion to socialize and enjoy a great afternoon and meal together.   Share the joy of the day together.

THANKS:   We would like to recognize and thank the outstanding crew of volunteers, listed below, who helped in all aspects to make the Thanksgiving Dinner a great success, great food and great company.   A big thank you goes to the KGC staff, Beverly, Bill, Bob and Charles, who put together the attractive seating arrangement.   Volunteers included:   George Agricola, Gloria & Roland Carey, Gerry Coleman, Gigi Conway, Tony Cownley, Doris & Jay Dupler, Terry Hanlon, Charlene Joyce, Judy & Chuck Leight, Lois Luther, Mary & Dick Lyford, Jack O'Malley & Betsy, Carol & Dave Pignato, Pat Savoie, Mary Jane & Chuck Shelby, Sue Simmons, George Smatko, Judith Spears, John & Edna Zappala. From King's Gate Park, thanks to Shary Nyeholt and Donna Manley for organizing the KGP clean up crew.   Many thanks to a great team.       ---Rosemary & Alan Holdway

THANKS:   We would like to thank all our neighbors for helping to make the Christmas Fair a success.   It wouldn't have been done without Irene Bette, Loretta Brian, Mickey Fournier, Joy Funk, Martha Hicks, Wilma Kerns, Mary Ann Lyford, Carol Pignato, Pat Savoie and Sandy Vella.   Many thanks for your time and help.       ---Fran and Angie

DVD LIBRARY has four new DVDs added this week:   Santa Buddies - 4 Christmases - Angels and Demons - Night at Museum (New One).   PLEASE remind all guests and visitors, especially children, that the DVDs are for all residents and guests to enjoy.   Please bring them to the Video Room and show them how to sign out a DVD and when they return them, to cross off the house # and return to the shelf in numerical order.   Amazing how many people do not follow this simple rule.   Handle the DVD by the EDGE ONLY (so no finger marks are visible), when removing them and placing them back in the holder.   If this happens, I have to clean them, which makes more work for me :-(       If you can see smudges on the DVD, you can use a dab of dish washing soap - smear it around - rinse well and wipe with clean, soft towels.   This will usually work if the DVD is not scratched.   IF SCRATCHED, I try and repair it with a machine I have.   If you have a question, call or email me… 488-8967 - Ickes@kgc.cc - BUT do not call or email if someone did not return the DVD. Call the person who had it before. Most likely it is STILL in their DVD PLAYER.       ---JEAN - The VIDEO LADY

LADIES' CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON:   On Wednesday, 75 ladies enjoyed a delightful Christmas luncheon at Venetian Golf and River Club.   The food was delicious and the surroundings very elegant and trimmed for the holidays.   Our own Ron Carpenter entertained us with his wonderful singing, which we all greatly enjoyed!   Toys for Tots arrived to pick up the gifts we had for them, and also explained a little about their organization.   $450 was given by KGC residents to buy gifts for 11 to 16 year olds, plus many toys were also donated.   Our sincere thanks to Chairperson Judy Blow and her committee:   Posie Gallaher, Ann Franco, Martha Hicks and Gigi Conway.   Thanks, too, to Sandy McIntyre who prepared the tickets and poster.   What a wonderful way to start the holiday season!

ORCHIDS to Ron Carpenter, who said last year he sang at one nursing home, and now he is singing at eight nursing homes!!!   What a great way to make people feel better.   Ron said he presented the same program at our Christmas Luncheon that he does at the nursing homes.

MONDAY SHUFFLEBOARD STANDINGS……… Monday, November 30, 2009

BOWLING - Tuesday, December 1, 2009, 2009

CPR---------------------------------Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
     When an adult has a sudden cardiac arrest, his or her survival depends greatly on immediately getting CPR from someone nearby.   Unfortunately, less than 1/3 of those people, who experience a cardiac arrest at home, work or in a public location, get that help.   Most bystanders are worried that they might do something wrong or make things worse.   That's why the American Heart Association, the Red Cross and the American Safety & Health Institute have simplified things.
     Two Steps to Save a Life - When an adult suddenly collapses, trained or untrained bystanders---that means a person near the victim should:  1)  Call 911    2)  Push hard and fast, in the center of the chest.
     Studies of real emergencies that have occurred in homes, at work, or in public locations, show that these two steps, called Hands-Only CPR, can be as effective as conventional CPR.  Providing Hands-Only CPR, to an adult who has collapsed from a sudden cardiac arrest, can more than double that person's chance of survival.  It's not normal to see an adult suddenly collapse, but if you do, call 911 and push hard and fast in the center of the chest. Don't be afraid. Your actions can only help.       ---Emil DePasquale

RENTERS:   Welcome to the following renters:
     Dick and Barb L'Heureux, who are at 186 Camelot Drive.   They are return renters, from South Bridge, MA, and they are here from December 1 to  April 30, 2010.   Phone:  483-4327.
     Beecher and Elva Webb, from Jamestown, Ohio, will be at 305 Castle Dr., from Dec. 1 to Feb. 28, 2010.   Many will remember JoAnn and Ray Webb, former long-time KGC residents.   Beecher is their son.
     Enjoy your stay with us at KGC!      ---Shirley Bethke, Welcome Committee

INSIDE DECORATIONS:   When it was announced that Ernie Auerbach could not chair the decorations in the clubhouse this year, Linda Varty instantly said she would take over this year.   She asked that people stay after the meeting last Saturday and help with the decorations.   It is true that many hands many light work.   The clubhouse is decorated, and looks lovely.   Thanks to Linda and all who helped her.

PLEASE wear your name tags to all King's Gate events!

EDITOR'S NOTE:   Tom and I are very happy to be back in King's Gate Club.   Please continue to e-mail your newsletter articles to newsletter@kgc.cc.   You may also leave a message on our clip, at 129 Camelot, or call me at 483-4569.   Remember that the deadline is Thursday noon, for the following Saturday's newsletter.   Many thanks to Mary Carpenter and Sandy McIntyre, who have shared the newsletter printing duties (and have so graciously put up with me), since we went north in May.      ---Sue Logan

www.LetsSayThanks.com:   Xerox is doing something cool.   If you use a computer, go to this web site, where you can pick out a thank you card (designed by school children).   At no cost to you, Xerox will print it, and it will be sent to a soldier currently serving overseas.   (snopes.com confirms this is true).   It only takes a couple minutes of your time.   What an easy, FREE way, to thank our service men and women.   Thanks for supporting our troops!       ---Ginnie Zeh

TRAVEL:   DUE TO THE HOLIDAY SEASON, PAYMENTS FOR JANUARY SHOWS WOULD BE APPRECIATED AT THIS TIME, THANK YOU.   
JANUARY 3, 2010 - Murder-Mystery Train Ride, leaving approx. 3:00 PM.   Enjoy Two Guys, Two Girls, a train and a Killer Act!   Journey back to the late 1940's, the Golden Era of Railroads and the dawn of lounge acts, for an evening of fun food, and of course, MURDER.   $78 includes round trip transportation, driver's tip and food gratuity.   JOIN US FOR FUN ADVENTURE.   Wait Listed
January 12, 2010 - George M.   An evening show, leaving at 4 PM.   6 SEATS AVAILABLE, CONSIDER JOINING US!   $65.00
January 14, 2010 - Hard Rock Casino, $25.00  WAIT LISTED
January 24, 2010 - Sunday, leaving at l0 AM.   George M.  Wait listed.  $64.00
March 7, 2010 - Sunday, The King and I.   Wait listed.  $64.00
March 18, 2010 - Silver Foxes
March 26, 2010 - Sailor Circus
April 18, 2010 - Ring of Fire,  Wait Listed.   $64.00
April 22, 2010 - Ring of Fire, ADDITIONAL BUS...THURS. EVENING. $65.00  Seats available - book now!
Dec. 19-20th, 2009 - Christmas in Ocala.   This is an overnight; something new this year, to get you in the holiday spirit.   We will spend the day at Silver Springs; then if you want to rest in the afternoon, the bus will return you to the hotel.   In the evening, we will return to Silver Springs for a wonderful turkey dinner, and view the festival of lights. Sunday AM, we will have breakfast at Arthur's, in the hotel, go the Carriage Museum and stop at Russell Stover's outlet, on the return. $199.00 per person, based on double occupancy.   Pick up a flyer today, and make your reservations; need a count for hotel reservations soon.
There will be a Mel Tillis concert, with his daughter Pam, called "A Tillis family Christmas" that is included in your trip, but if you want reserved seats they are an additional $15 for VIP seating. We still have room, if you would like to join us!
Oasis of the Sea: Our cruise is Feb.20-27th, 2010; there are still a few rooms available.   After seeing this wonderful ship, I am sure you might want to join us.   If so, please contact VIP World Travel as soon as possible.   l-800-323-7448 or 941-377-0017
      ALL SHOWS ARE POSTED, SO CHECK TO SEE IF YOU HAVE SIGNED UP FOR SOMETHING, ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING TRAVEL WE WILL TRY AND HELP YOU.
Don and Mary Lou Richmond, Travel Coordinators; John and Sandy Eade, Travel Partners.

THOUGHTS:   There are so many people here at the Club who work for us, and we really don't know about it.   One of these is Betty Kundrot.   For several years, Betty has come over to the clubhouse around 6 AM on Saturdays, opened the doors, put out the goodies, seen to it that the podium was ready for use, and done anything else that is needed to be done on Saturday mornings.   I know that you don't want any credit, Betty, but we all truly appreciate what you do - FOR US!!!       ---SJB

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