Shirley Bethke
Joanie Grubaugh
Dee Hicks, Editor
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| Vol. XVIII, No. 12 | King's Gate Club - a 55+ community, Nokomis, Florida | April 2, 2005 |
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TO KING'S GATE PEOPLE: Thanks all you good people of King's Gate for your cards, prayers and goodies in response to my recent heart surgery. I am now a member of the "Zipper Club". Trudy and I have always felt that moving to King's Gate was one of the best things we ever did and you people have confirmed it. Incidentally, my sudden trip to the hospital last Friday turned not to be a heart problem. Thanks again. God bless you all. ---Paul Graney
HEALTHLINE: Sympathy to Val and Ruth Zabielski, 280 Avenue of Queens, on the death of their son, Kevin. Dorothy Holden, 251 Camelot was admitted to Venice Hospital this week with pneumonia. A speedy recovery to her. ---Blanche Madden
HAM RAFFLE - KGC FAIR: The following are winners for the 2005 Ham Raffle: Terry Hanlon, Walter Smith, Barb K. and Barb T. (both from outside KGC) and Mary Lou Richmond. Congratulations to all the winners and a big thanks to all who purchased tickets that made the raffle a big success. ---Emil De Pasquale
2006 FAIR CHARMAN: Don Lambiotte will be Chair for our 2006 Fair. We know you'll do an excellent job, Don.
ORCHIDS: To Mary Lou and Don Richmond for their hard work this past year as Travel Directors. Mary Lou presented the Round Table with a check for $2,600. This represents a great deal of work on their part. Thanks for all you do!
NEW KGC PHONEBOOKS: Today, owners who have updated their Resident Profile Forms may pick-up their free copy of the 2005 KGC Telephone Directory. Extra phonebooks will be available to owners and renters for $2 each. ---Sandy McIntyre
SPRING DANCE: TONIGHT 7:00 PM, Spring Dance. Free. "Showers and Flowers", tickets still available today. BYOB and hors d'oeuvre to share. ---Reo Leach
CLOSING HOME FOR SUMMER: When you leave for summer, turn off sprinklers. Also, be sure awnings are down when you leave. If you are a new resident and have questions, talk to a member of the Board of Directors or go to the office. Also, be sure to let the office know when you leave - and when you return.
KGC REALTY BOARD: A position is open on the King's Gate Realty Board of Directors. Any resident interested in serving please submit a resume to Mike Mooney, our R. E. Broker. There will be two more positions open each of the next two years. Future KGR Board members will serve three year terms. Mike Mooney, or any of the current KGR Board members will answer any questions you may have. KGR Board: Wren McMains - President, Dick Lyford (leaving the KGR Board), Jim McFarland, George Smatko, and Thurman Sorrell. ---Rich Davis, KGC Board representative to KGR
TRAVEL: You still have time to book for Thanksgiving, we are going on Holland America, 7 day cruise. Would love to have you join Don and me for Thanksgiving dinner along with many other KGC people and KGC friends. We have 2l reserved at the present time. Check the travel board to see who is going. November 20-27, 2005.
January cruise is booking fast, Star Princess, 7 days January 22-29th, 2006. Western Caribbean. At the present time we have about 28 booked.
Our first travel year is ending and it has been fun. We had over 688 travel with us on 14 trips including 2 cruises and everyone seemed to have a great time. This is not counting those who did independent travel with Happy Heart Tours and VIP World Travel. Please remember our travel partners and use them when possible, and let them know you are from Kings Gate Club. Thanks to all of you for all your support. ---Don and Mary Lou
SHUFFLE BOARD MEETING: There will be a meeting at the Club House Monday April 4th at 9:00 AM. We will discuss next season's sign up. We are trying to start a second league for late arrivals to the Club in the Fall. Sheets will be available to sign up for next season's teams and sub list. We will play after short meeting. ---Ralph Garver
LIBRARY DONATIONS: We will take magazines dated from January 2005. Please take all other pamphlets, catalogs, newspapers, brochures to the recycle dumpster. If you have questions about a periodical please call Eleanor at 485-9714. Thank you. ---Eleanor Barth
EXERCISE INSTRUCTIONS: Last chance this season for exercise equipment instruction. Class will be on Tuesday, April 5 at 10:00 AM. Sign up for the class on the inside of the Fitness Center door. Additional classes will be added if needed. ---Dick May
ONE STROKE PAINTING classes are over for the season. We will resume classes on November 16th. There will be a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board in the Fall for anyone who would like to join. Thank you. --- Gisele Bossom
CORRECTION TO APRIL MONTHLY CALENDAR: "Movement for Health" meets at 11:15 AM each Monday and Wednesday during April. There is NO Movement for Health on any Friday.
TENNIS: The Spring Tennis Club meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 5 at 3:30 PM in the Billiard Room. All who are interested in tennis should plan to attend. ---Dick May
BOOK CLUB: Note Time Change -- The last meeting this season will be Monday April 11 at 1:00 PM in the Library. ---Betty Dowling
TREE TRIMMING will return Monday April 4 thru the 11th. The sign-up sheet is in the office. The price range will be $15.00 - $25.00 each for palm trees. (Most palm trees in the front yard will be $15.00 each and backyard trees will be $15.00 - $25.00 each). They will trim or cut down any type of tree - price to be quoted. If you have any questions call me. Thank you. ---Rich Davis 412-1951
DANCE: An Enchanted Evening on Saturday April 16th, 7 PM. No charge. BYOB and hors d'oeuvre to share. Music by Fred and Jean Valasek, from King's Gate Park. Any questions call: June McMains, 484-5111
NEW YORK - NEW JERSEY: We will have a luncheon on Thursday April 28, 2005 at the Salt Water Café in Nokomis Plaza at 11:30 AM. There is a sign up sheet on bulletin board. Wear your name tags. Any questions call Barths - 485-9714
CLOTHE-A-CHILD: Cheryl Patricca, Chair of this worthwhile endeavor, announced this fund now has approximately $2,000 to help students get ready to go to school in the Fall. $500 is given by the Round Table and about $1,500 was donated by our residents. Her committee will be announced shortly. Our residents were generous in their donations. And what a boost to kids' morale as they start school in the Fall.
FLEA MARKET DONATIONS: Linda MacMillan, Chair of the Flea Market, says donations are accepted year-around and are checked daily by Angie Richards, Dee Hicks or Fran Yaros. Take the donations to the trailer by the wall. Mike McDonald will be the summer contact for large or heavy donations. This brings in a great deal of money for our Annual Fair. New residents, if you have questions about what should be donated, check with any of these people.
THOUGHTS: On April 1, I've been a resident of King's Gate Club for 18 years. Where have the years gone? And our Newsletter in its present form is now 17 years old - started by John Olson and Art Carlson, both now deceased. I joined the staff two weeks after it started and have been on the staff since that time. The years have seen many wonderful people leave, but always replaced by enthusiastic great new people. Life at KGC is busy and fun. And best of all are the wonderful friends. This truly is a "Little Bit of Paradise" and we are fortunate to live here. As a kid growing up, I certainly would not have even entertained a thought that I would be fortunate enough to live in Florida. ---SJB
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| Vol. XVIII, No. 13 | King's Gate Club - a 55+ community, Nokomis, Florida | April 9, 2005 |
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ROUND TABLE COMMITTEE: There will be a Special Meeting of the Round Table Committee. April 12th 2005 at 1:00 PM in the Club House. ---Vince Caudy, RTC Chairman
THANK YOU: Here's "that girl" again!! I really, really do try to live a good, clean life here at King's Gate but things seem to get in the way. Once again, I thank one and all for your prayers, cards, food, flowers and visits following my pneumonia hospitalization. Nothing can surpass this King's Gate Family. Love you all. So glad I'm here. --- Dorothy Holden
THANK YOU: There are no words in the dictionary that can express our thanks for all the great, wonderful things that all of our King's Gate Family have done - Gold and Silver Stars To One and All - Thank God that we were destined to move to KGC - "Paradise" - God Bless One and All. ---Don and Ellie
HEALTHLINE: Jeanette Rylands, 324 King Arthur Dr., is in rehab following surgery for a torn tendon in her leg resulting from a fall after knee replacement. Cards and prayers will be appreciated. She's at Tandem Health Care of Sarasota, 4783 Fruitville Rd., Room 407, Sarasota, FL 34232.
NEW OWNERS: Welcome to the following new owners:
Thomas and Mary Flack, 288 Ave. of Kings, from Howard, OH.
Daniel Murphy and Terence McGovern, 331 Camelot Drive, from Stanford, CT.
Richard and Rusty Shelley, 263 Camelot Drive, from Cape May, NJ.
Kenneth and Karen Swanson, 140 Duchess Ave., from Crofton Falls, NY.
We hope you all enjoy many happy years at KGC.
PHONEBOOK CORRECTION: On the second page of Round Table Committee Chairpersons, Vic Griseto is in charge of 18-Hole Golf and Arnold Baldwin and Chuck Hanlon are in charge of 9-Hole Golf. Please note these corrections in your new telephone directory. --- Sandy McIntyre
BOOK CLUB: Note Time Change-The last meeting this season will be Monday April 11 at 1:00 PM in the Library. ---Betty Dowling
CHORUS: We will discontinue meeting for Chorus until Fall. ---Eleanor Barth
DANCE: An Enchanted Evening on Saturday April 16th, 7 PM. No charge. BYOB and hors d'oeuvre to share. Music by Fred and Jean Valasek, from King's Gate Park. Any questions call: June McMains, 484-5111
NEW YORK - NEW JERSEY: We will have a luncheon on Thursday April 28, 2005 at the Salt Water Café in Nokomis Plaza at 11:30 AM. There is a sign up sheet on bulletin board. Wear your name tags. Any questions call Barths - 485-9714
RESIDENT HOME SALES: Residents who are selling their own home (FSBO's) must come to the office to pick up the "New Owner Application Packet" to give to their buyers. This must be completed by the buyers and returned to the office as soon as possible so that we can proceed with the application approval process. It is the seller's responsibility to make sure this is done. --- KGC Management
PAYMENT COUPONS: Please help avoid errors by entering your payment amount and check number on your Colonial Bank payment coupons. PLEASE, PLEASE do not throw your coupon books away. ---KGC Management
RESIDENTS MOVING: Very soon Hal and Lorna Roth will be moving from King's Gate. They have lived here for 20 years and have been very active here, during that time. Their new address will be 17367 S.E. 110th Terrace, Summerfield, FL 34491. Phone 352-307-4112. They are moving into a brand-new home. You will be missed, but we wish you all the best.
MIKE MOONEY, GENERAL MANAGER: Mike has tendered his resignation at the Club and believe his last day here will be April 18. He says he has enjoyed his time working here, but that his new position will be much closer to home (no more freeway driving daily). Mike, we wish you much success and happiness in your new position. We will miss you!
TRAVEL: Wednesday April 13, 2005, the bus will load for Getting Momma Married, at 4:l5 PM and leaving at approximately 4:30 PM. The names are listed on the travel board if you forgot you have a ticket. See you Wednesday. Bring your tickets and have your name on the back of them.
Happy Hearts has some nice trips planned, a few of our ladies are going to see the Brand New show for 2005 the Arabian Nights, matinee, choice of entrees with unlimited beer, wine, ice tea or coco-cola products. $55.00, Tuesday May 10th 2005 join the others and have a great day out.
Happy Hearts has also scheduled the Biloxi trip, Tuesday-Friday May 24-27th, 2005. 4 days and 3 nights at the Grand Hotel/Casino. Roundtrip to Tampa International Airport, Roundtrip airfare on Air Tran, 3 night deluxe accommodations, 3 buffet meals, all taxes, escorted, $299.00 per person, double. Limited space let me know if you are interested.
Space available on Holland America 7 day cruise November 20-27, 2005, and January cruise Star Princess 7 days January 22-29th, 2006 Western Caribbean both hosted by Don & Mary Lou. Check the travel board to see who has signed up.
We are available year around, leave a message and even if we are not home we check our calls daily. ---Don and Mary Lou 484-6807
CLOTHE-A-CHILD: Cheryl Patricca is Chair of this committee. Working with her will be Judy Light, Charlene Joyce and Jane Haggerty. (Correction: Please note that the Round Table gave $1,000 to this committee and approximately $1,000 was donated by residents when the baskets were passed at Saturday meetings - donations are still accepted).
MUSIC APPRECIATION: This evening, Saturday April 9th we have a wonderful musical selection for you at the Clubhouse. 7:00PM to 9:00 PM.
Composer - Piece/Selection
Mendelssohn - 1st Movement Symphony No. 4
Elgar - Loves Greeting
Handel - The Water Music
Chopin - Nocturne No. 2
Mozart - Horn Concerto
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Rachmaninoff - Piano Concerto No. 2
Mascagni - Cavalleria Rusticana
Debussy - Largo From Xerxes
Borodin - Prince Igor Dances 8 & 17
Please come join us for this last concert this season. ---Rosemary & Alan Holdway 412-3872
SPRING DANCE: People who worked on the committee for the dance "Showers and Flowers" last Saturday evening were Doris and Jay Dupler, Toni and Bob Swain, Gloria Whisonant, Vince Caudy, Janet and Arnold Baldwin, Terry and Charlie Hanlon, Judy and Wayne Crippin, Lucille and Wayne Anderson, Patty and George Ray, Sandy and John Eade, Emil and Shirley DePasquale. Everyone was so helpful and we do so appreciate it. Many, many thanks - Reo and Harley Leach - and thank you for planning this delightful evening.
SPORTS BANQUET: Dick May was Chairman of this event. His committee consisted of Dave Westbrook, Lorraine Quirion, Joan Smatko, Skeet Kast and Thurman Sorrell. Others helped as food handlers, ticket sellers, award presenters, pianist, set-up and clean-up personnel. The dinner was delicious and it was a pleasant evening. Thanks to all who helped… especially the Tennis Group.
THOUGHTS: Enjoy each day! There are still many activities at the Club. And the weather is cooperating, so one can enjoy the pool and the beach. ---SJB
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| Vol. XVIII, No. 14 | King's Gate Club - a 55+ community, Nokomis, Florida | April 16, 2005 |
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HEALTHLINE: Vivian Wahrer, of 198 Squire Ct. reports that her husband, Robert, was in the hospital in Venice for 12 days, trying to have major medical problems solved. He is now at Bon Secours Rehab Center. We wish him a speedy recovery.
HEALTHLINE: Ruth and Val Zabielski thank you for all the kindness shown them on the recent passing of their son. Ruth said "The prayers, cards, and food were very much appreciated. Everyone at KGC is truly our extended family and my God bless you all."
THANK YOU: Many, many thanks to all of the wonderful people here at King's Gate Club. You have been so caring, kind, supportive and concerned during my recent surgery. The many prayers, cards, flowers and phone contacts were very much appreciated by Joanie and myself. You are a deeply caring family and we feel so fortunate to be a part of this community. ---Jack Grubaugh
FORMER RESIDENT NEWS: Former resident Alma Esser now lives in Brainerd, Minnesota. On Easter Sunday, she was sitting in her wheelchair in the living room of her apartment when she heard a loud crash in the bedroom. A deer had crashed through the picture window. It then came into the living room. Alma managed to get out of her apartment and ask for help. The Police Department was able to get the deer out alive. Alma has had her picture in the papers and been on TV. She says she wishes it had been the Easter Bunny instead of a deer, though. Should you wish to drop her a line, her address is Woodland Good Samaritan Center, Apt. 44, 200 Buffalo Hills Lane, Brainerd, MN 56401. Alma and her husband, Mel, were long-time residents and know she would enjoy some mail from old friends.
SECURITY: Need volunteers to help with security for months of May, June, July and August. Duties would include checking the Security room and book and making sure flashlights have fresh batteries and phone are charged. Call Andy Amatrudo at 484-0465
DOMINOES: Thanks to all who came out on Thursdays to play dominoes. Especially those who braved the strong winds and rain last week. See you next year. ---Barb and Andy Amatrudo
LIBRARY DONATIONS: We will take magazines dated from January 2005. Please take all other pamphlets, catalogs, newspapers, brochures to the recycle dumpster. If you have questions about a periodical please call Eleanor at 485-9714. Thank you. ---Eleanor Barth
CLOSING YOUR HOME FOR SUMMER: When you leave for the summer, turn off sprinklers, summer is our rainy season. Also, be sure your awnings are down when you leave. If you are a new resident and have questions, talk to a member of the Board of Directors or go to the office. Also, be sure to let the office know when you leave - and when you return.
TRAVEL: Travel season is slowing down, but updated Happy Heart Tours are available in the back.
A few of our people are going to Biloxi on Tuesday May 24th, thru the 27th 2005. 4 days and 3 nights at the Grand Hotel/Casino. Roundtrip to Tampa International Airport, Roundtrip airfare on Air Tran, 3 night deluxe accommodations, 3 buffet meals, all taxes, escorted. $299.00 per person, double. Limited space let me know if you are interested.
If you don't have plans for Thanksgiving we would love for you to join us on Holland American 7 day cruise November 20-27, 2005. It is fun being with friends and we would love to have you. Space still available on Star Princess 7 days January 22-29th, 2006, Western Caribbean both cruises will be hosted by Don and Mary Lou.
Kings Gate Club Travelers: We received the following note from VIP Travel this morning. Just wanted to notify you in case you may be procrastinating.
Mary Lou,Remember we are always available year around, leave a message and even if we are away we check our calls daily.
If you have anyone interested in the January 22-29, 2006 cruise on the STAR PRINCESS, please have them call us as soon as possible. Princess has pulled all group space for that sailing.
Thank you.
Allan
THOUGHTS: The Board of Directors and the Round Table Committee work hard to help make Kings Gate Club our "Little Bit of Paradise." Let the members of these groups know you appreciate their efforts. Remember, they are all volunteers - and all of their work helps us. ---SJB
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| Vol. XVIII, No. 15 | King's Gate Club - a 55+ community, Nokomis, Florida | April 23, 2005 |
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CONDOLENCES: Our deepest heartfelt sympathy to the family of Wilbur Zeh, who passed away on Saturday, April 16, 2005. He lived at 309 Avenue of Dukes. His daughter, Virginia Zeh lives in King's Gate Park, her address is: 268 Bainbridge, Nokomis, FL 34275. Wilbur's family suggests any memorials be made to: First Congregational Church of Etna, Locust and Walnut St., Pittsburgh, PA 15223.
HEALTHLINE: Lyle Hicks of 45 King Arthur Drive is home from the hospital and recuperating.
We are looking for a volunteer to take over Healthline for the summer months. If interested, call Vince Caudy or Blanche Madden.
DEFIBRILLATORS: The two Automated External Defibrillators are now installed - one near the office door at the clubhouse and the other at the Gazebo by the tennis courts. If an emergency arises, first call 911. Then check the list for those trained in CPR/AED and call one of them for help. Our sincere thanks to Dorothy Holden, who donated the defibrillator at the clubhouse in memory of her husband, George Holden. Thanks, too, to Emil DePasquale who spearheaded the work on this project, and to Jim Aldridge who assisted him.
PATTY AND GEORGE: This coming week Patty and George Ray will be starting a new chapter in their lives as they move back to Ohio. Patty has been Round Table Treasurer for many years. George has been on the Board of Directors. He has also done much electrical work for the Club and been active in the Woodshop group. Patty has been head of the Line Dancers group. Together they have headed the Talent Show, Pot Luck Dinners and the New Years Eve Dance. In other words, they have done much work for the benefit of the Club. Our best wishes for lots of luck and happiness as you head north - you will be missed!
SOLO'S: The Solo's will meet on Thursday, April 28th at 5:00 PM at Casey's Grill and Tavern (formerly Key West). Please sign up on the sign-up sheet in the back of the clubhouse. Wear your nametags. We will order from the menu and receive single checks. ---Mary Jane Christopherson
GUIDE DOGS: "DUKE" is now five weeks old (b:3/15). "DUKE" is the breed "Vizslas", a Hungarian Pointer. Pictures are on the KGC web site at "What's New" and http://www.kgc.cc/other/guidedog and photos are on the bulletin board. "DUKE" will be available for holding and petting at the puppy kennel at SEGD on Monday, May 2, 9-11am and each Mon, Tue, Wed and Fri for two weeks. Then "DUKE" will be given to Puppy Raiser Lorraine Erickson shortly after and a visit to KGC will be scheduled soon.
Be sure to mark your calendars - Sunday, May 1 at 8:00 PM on ABC Channel 7 - "Extreme Make Over - Home Edition" will have a feature with SouthEastern Guide Dogs. For more info go to http://www.guidedogs.org ---Nip Barker 485-9308
THANKS to Fred and Jean Valasek for a very successful dance last Saturday night. Thanks also to the line dancers who helped, to Anna Donnelly and Tony Mazzotta, and to Neil and Lois Crane who set up and cleaned up. The Valaseks are available to DJ next year, so committee chairmen looking for entertainment, keep them in mind. --- June McMains
PHONEBOOK CORRECTION: Please correct Ed Hotchkiss's northern listing in the KGC Directory from c/o Gloria Holloway to c/o Gloria Hall. Ed's granddaughter is married now. The address is okay.
FORMER RESIDENT NEWS: We received news Ann Thomas, a former resident died on Sunday April 17th. The funeral services were on Thursday April 21st, in Rochester, MI. Ann and her husband Joseph formerly lived at 310 Camelot Dr.
TRAVEL: Happy Heart Tours is offering a trip to Biloxi on Tuesday May 24-27th 2005. 4 days and 3 nights at the Grand Hotel/Casino. Roundtrip to Tampa International Airport, Roundtrip airfare on Air Tran, 3 night deluxe accommodations, 3 buffet meals, all taxes, and escorted $299.00 per person double. Limited space let me know if you are interested.
Thanksgiving Cruise November 20-27, 2005, Holland America 7 day cruise, still good rooms available. Would love for you to join us.
January Cruise Star Princess, limited space, if interested don't wait much longer January 22-29th, 2006. Western Caribbean.
Happy Hearts is offering 2 trips to Branson, Nov.5-9th and Dec.1-5, 2005, if interested pick up a flyer, 9 top shows, and $1199.00 pp/double.
TRAVEL NEWS ALERT: On Dec.31, 2005: Requirement applied to all travel (air/sea) to or from
Bermuda, the Caribbean, Central America and South American, you must have a passport.
**ANYONE ON JANUARY CRUISE 2006 MUST HAVE A VALID PASSPORT**
---Any questions please contact Mary Lou or Don 484-6807
THOUGHTS: What a beautiful time of year in Florida! Pleasant swimming weather, lots of flowers and trees blooming, and not quite as many people in autos when one is driving on Hwy. 41. The weather is gorgeous - so - enjoy each day! ---SJB
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| Vol. XVIII, No. 16 | King's Gate Club - a 55+ community, Nokomis, Florida | April 30, 2005 |
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HEALTHLINE: Elinor Tyler fell and broke her hip. She had surgery at the Sarasota Hospital and is doing well. Cards would be nice to cheer her up. Her address is 108 King Arthur Dr.
Blanche Madden
Still hoping to find one or more volunteers to do Healthline this summer. It entails sending cards and getting the health news into the newsletter. It would not be necessary to make announcements at the meetings, since so few are present during those months. To help, call Vince at 486-0725 or Blanche at 480-1514. Thanks.
BLOODMOBILE will be here in the Club on Friday May 13th from 8:30 until 11:00 AM.
Bob Johnson
LADIES LUNCHEON will be held at Venice Art Center on Thursday, May 12, at 12:00 noon. You will have the option of four different items for lunch with coffee or tea, tax and gratuity for $14. Please sign up on Saturday and get your ticket with the choice of one of the four. You will pay at the restaurant. Mary Jane Christopherson
THANK YOU FROM GEORGE AND PATTY: We want to thank all of the people here at KGC who attended our "Surprise Going Away Party" Sunday afternoon. It is hard to put into words the emotions experienced by us at the huge outpouring of friendship and love that everyone expressed to us. It is really great to know that all of you are so caring. Thank you to everyone for all their efforts in putting this party together. Thank you for all the kind words the gifts and cards, for the food and great music and for the wonderful time you showed us. We will miss all of you and this life style, but now we are looking forward to joining our family in Ohio and beginning a new chapter in our life.
Thanks again for everything, George and Patty Ray.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Congratulations to Don Richmond, who was appointed to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of George Ray.
NEW OWNERS: We welcome the following new owners:
James and Mary Ann Diebold, 214 Princess Ave., from Northfield, VT.
Louise and Joseph Eichenlaub, 128 Camelot Dr., from Canadian Lakes, MI.
The Eichenlaubs have been owners of another home in KGC and are changing residences.
James and Edith Bryson, 300 Avenue of Dukes, from Poughkeepsie, NY.
James and Julie Walker, 48 King Arthur Dr., from Kingston, Ont.
We hope that you all enjoy many happy years at Kings Gate Club.
GUESTS: Richard Shaughnessy and Daniel LeBreton will be at 196 Castle Dr. from May 1 to Sept. 1. They are from Florida. We hope you enjoy your stay at KGC.
THANK YOU: I wish to thank everyone for the cards, e-mail and phone calls during my recent health problem. KGC really is a caring place. Thank you. Lyle Hicks
MAY CALENDAR: A copy of the monthly calendar for May is on the office window and in the rack in the clubhouse. Calendar items for June should be directed to Joanie Grubaugh at 65 King Arthur Dr. or e-mail: jackandjo@comcast.net or phone 480-9174. Joanie Grubaugh
GUIDE DOGS: "DUKE" will be available for holding and petting at the puppy kennel at SEGD on Monday, May 2, 9-11 AM and each Mon, Tue, Wed and Fri for two weeks. Pictures are on the KGC web site at "What's New" and http://www.kgc.cc/other/guidedog and photos are on the bulletin board. More pictures to follow next week.
Be sure to watch - Sunday, May 1st, 2 hours from 7:00 to 9:00 PM on ABC Channel 7 - "Extreme MakeOver - Home Edition" will have a feature with SouthEastern Guide Dogs.
For more info go to http://www.guidedogs.org Nip Barker 485-9308
MEMORIAL DAY POTLUCK / PICNIC "PARADE OF THE STATES": Sign up on the bulletin board to attend on Monday, May 30. The Parade of the States will be held during the Social Hour starting at 4:30 PM. Then at 5:30 we'll eat grilled hamburgers and hotdogs (will be provided) and all the delicious picnic food everyone brings. Cash donations will be accepted at the door. A "Parade of the States" Memorial Day party was chaired by Pat Baxter about five years ago, and it was lots of fun. Wear something reminiscent of your home state for the parade during social hour. We'd like some volunteers to decorate a table (two tables end-to-end seating 16 people) to commemorate their home states. Please sign up on the Table Decorating sheet on the bulletin board. We also need volunteers to help with the potluck. You can sign up on the bulletin board or give us a call. Sandy and Chuck McIntyre, 480-9503
TRAVEL: Have you planned where Thanksgiving dinner will be, we would love for you to join us on Holland America, we have 25 guest booked and have room for you. November 20-27, 2005, 7 day cruise, still good rooms available.
January Cruise is really filling up, have 46 guest signed up should be lots of fun and friendship. Don't miss out. January 22-29th, 2006 Western Caribbean. Star Princess.
Travel News Alert: On Dec.31, 2005: Requirement applied to all travel (air/sea) to or from Bermuda, the Caribbean, Central America and South America, you must have a passport.
**ANYONE ON JANUARY CRUISE 2006 MUST HAVE A VALID PASSPORT**
Pick up flyers for Happy Heart Tours, 2 trips to Branson, Nov 5-9th 2005 and Dec.1-5 2005, Biloxi trip May 24-27th 2005. Any questions please contact Mary Lou and Don 484 6807
FAREWELL PARTY: The Farewell Party for Patty and George Ray, which was last Sunday afternoon at the clubhouse, was a huge success. About 255 people attended, which is a real tribute to the Ray's. The hors d'oeuvres were delicious and plentiful. Music by Jay Smith was delightful and many people were on the dance floor. The Planning Committee did a great job and we all thank them for their work. The Ray's were presented with a monetary gift of $1,285.
THOUGHTS: The Bethke's leave next week for the Summer - time to head north. The season has gone just too fast. As I look back, there have been sad times when we have lost residents due to death. We've also had owners move to be nearer to their families. We have a super Board of Directors and Round Table Committee, all of whom are volunteers working for our good. Programs and activities have been plentiful and fun. By the way, we have nice new owners moving into the Club. Will miss you all and look forward to returning here in October. Have a great Summer, stay well, and Fall will be here before we know it. --- SJB
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| Vol. XVIII, No. 17 | King's Gate Club - a 55+ community, Nokomis, Florida | May 7, 2005 |
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9:30A Water Ex 1:00P Bridge 7:00P Cribbage |
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9:00A Line Dancing 12:30P Ceramics |
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9:30A Water Ex 2:30P Golf 9H Calusa 7:00P Poker (L) |
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8:30-11A Bloodmobile 9:00A Line Dancing 12:00P Ladies Lunch 7:00P Poker (M) |
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8:30-11:00A Bloodmobile 9:30A Water Ex 1:00P Scrabble 2:30P Golf (C) Nine&Dine 7:00P Euchre |
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HEALTHLINE: Jack Scott is recovering well from hip replacement surgery and cards would be welcomed. His address is 178 Princess and he hopes to come home from the hospital this week-end. If you have health news during the next few months, give it to Dee Hicks for publication in the newsletter. You may announce it at the Saturday meeting too, if you wish. Good health to all. ---Blanche Madden
BLOODMOBILE will be here in the Club on Friday May 13th from 8:30 until 11:00 AM. ---Bob Johnson
LADIES LUNCHEON will be held at Venice Art Center on Thursday, May 12, at 12:00 noon. Please sign up on Saturday and get your ticket with the choice of one of the four items offered. You will pay at the restaurant. ---Mary Jane Christopherson
THANK YOU: Jim and Sandra McFarland of 109 King Arthur Dr. are most grateful to those who have encouraged Jim in various ways during his ongoing cancer treatment at the Dattoli Center. ---Jim and Sandra McFarland
BULLETIN BOARD: "Bulletin Board Inside the Club House Usage." Please use only the 3 X 5 Cards provided for the Items of "For Sale, Want to Rent, Want to Buy", etc. Please follow the Guidelines. ---Vince Caudy, RTC Chairman
SECURITY: Beginning May 1, 2005, any questions regarding security please call either Dick Stratton, 219 Princess, 483-4582 or Chuck Leight, 162 Castle, 484-0162. Thanks. ---Andy Amatrudo, Security
GUIDE DOGS: "DUKE" will be at the Puppy Kennel for a few more days next week, then will go to Puppy Raiser, Lorraine Erickson. A visit of "DUKE" to KGC is planned for May 21. More info next week. New pictures are posted on KGC web site http://www.kgc.cc/other/guidedog/index.htm The people at SEGD, (and myself), were very disappointed with their "airtime" on "Extreme Makeover-Home Edition" show last Sunday and Monday.
We delivered three big bags of your donated "linens and things" to SEGD this week and they are very grateful for your gifts. ---Nip Barker 485-9308
NEW OWNERS: We welcome the following new owners:
Claire Heesemann, 330 Camelot Dr., from Ledgewood, NJ
Peter and Ann Byrne, 28 Castle Dr., from Poughkeepsie, NY
We hope that you enjoy many happy years at Kings Gate Club.
ONE STROKE PAINTER: Be advised - Donna Dewberry will be at the Michael Craft Store in Sarasota today, May 7th from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. One day only. She will be signing her books: A to Z Flowers. Come and meet her. ---Gisele Bossom
CAMPBELL SOUP LABELS: Please remember to save the Campbell Soup "Labels for Education" during the summer. Some cereal boxes have them, too. Put them in the box on the back shelf in the back of the hall. I will take all the labels I have to the school before vacation. They are very happy to receive 10 cents for each label. Thanks. ---Ruth Paulson
MOVEMENT FOR HEALTH: Congratulations to all who attended the class so faithfully this past season. It was my pleasure to be with you twice a week to exercise and maintain flexibility. Your children should be very proud of you! Have a wonderful summer and keep active and healthy. C U in November. ---Gigi Conway
TRAVEL: Have you planned where Thanksgiving dinner will be, we would love for you to join us on Holland America, we have 25 guest booked and have room for you. November 20-27, 2005, 7 day cruise, still good rooms available.
January Cruise is really filling up, have 50 guest signed up should be lots of fun and friendship. Don't miss out. January 22-29th, 2006 Western Caribbean. Star Princess.
Travel News Alert: On Dec.31, 2005: Requirement applied to all travel (air/sea) to or from Bermuda, the Caribbean, Central America and South America, you must have a passport.
**ANYONE ON JANUARY CRUISE 2006 MUST HAVE A VALID PASSPORT**
Pick up flyers for Happy Heart Tours, 2 trips to Branson, Nov 5-9th 2005 and Dec.1-5 2005, Biloxi trip May 24-27th 2005. Any questions please contact Mary Lou and Don 484-6807.
KGC CLASSIC: The following is an article that appeared in one of the earliest KGC Newsletters.
Legend of Shakett Creek (Excerpts from page 54 of The Story of Sarasota)
"…… The Knights suffered a minor disaster when they were almost in sight of the Gulf. They came to a broad creek, near the head of Dona Bay, which they had to ford. The mules pulling the leading buggy refused to budge. Knight tried to coax them to enter the water by holding ears of corn in front of their mouths. But the stubborn animals would not be tempted. Whips were swung but still the mules stood rooted in their tracks.
Finally Knight had an idea. He yelled to his oldest son: "Bill, in that second cart there's some dried deer hides. You know, they make a wicked cracking noise when you handle them. Get one of those hides and stand just behind those critters and then take the hide and sort of shake it - and sort of not shake it!"
Bill got the idea. He hurried back to the cart, pulled out a large hide, and stood alongside the team of balky mules. Then he shook the hide - not rather lightly, as his father had suggested, but with all his strength. The shaking hide sounded like exploding firecrackers. Frightened, the mules leaped forward, splashing though the creek. Several other teams followed, also at a record pace.
The result was near catastrophe. Two of the buggies and a heavily loaded cart upset in the creek and many of Knight's belongings went overboard. Nearly everything was recovered but sopping wet.
Because of this proof of the super efficiency of shaken deer hides, the creek became know as Shakit Creek. It still bears that name on many maps……"
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| Vol. XVIII, No. 18 | King's Gate Club - a 55+ community, Nokomis, Florida | May 14, 2005 |
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9:30A Water Ex 1:00P Bridge 7:00P Cribbage |
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9:00A Line Dancing 12:30P Ceramics |
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2:30P Golf 9H Waterford 7:00P Poker (M) |
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9:30A Water Ex 1:00P Scrabble 2:30P Golf (C) Nine&Dine 7:00P Euchre |
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THANK YOU: Elinor Tyler is home and is recovering from hip surgery following her fall. She and Tom would like to thank everyone for their cards, calls and acts of kindness.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS: A meeting of the Board of Directors is scheduled for Monday, May 23rd at 9:00 AM. Please plan to attend. Thank you. ---Dick Lyford
MEMORIAL DAY POTLUCK / PICNIC "PARADE OF THE STATES": Sign up on the bulletin board to attend on Monday, May 30. The Parade of the States will be held during the Social Hour starting at 4:30 PM. Then at 5:30 we'll eat grilled hamburgers and hotdogs and all the delicious food everyone brings. Cash donations will be accepted at the door for meat purchases. Wear something reminiscent of your home state for the parade. Please sign up to decorate a table (two tables end-to-end seating 16 people) to commemorate your home state. ---Sandy and Chuck McIntyre, 480-9503
THANK YOU to all the ladies who attended the May 12th Ladies Luncheon at the Venice Art Center. We enjoyed good friends, good food, and a good time in an awesome atmosphere surrounded by beautiful works of art by local artists. Many thanks to Mary Jane Christopherson for her efforts in making this luncheon the success it was and also to her assistants Lucille Anderson and Margaret Zepp. The hand made "Mary Jane" door prizes were especially appreciated by the lucky winners.
TRAVEL: Branson, thinking about this place of interest, Happy Hearts has a nice trip going the first part of November and a repeat in December 2005. Pick up flyers, get a group together and join in the fun.
We have 9 persons heading to Biloxi this week, we wish them all a great time and lots of luck.
Still have room for you for Thanksgiving Cruise, November 20-27, 2005, 7 days. January cruise has a few openings we have reserved 50 spaces on the Star Princess, Western Caribbean.
Any questions on travel please stop by or call Mary Lou and Don at 70 King Arthur or 484 6807.
GUIDE DOGS: "DUKE" will be at KGC with Puppy Raiser, Lorraine Erickson at Saturday coffee, May 21st about 8:30 AM. "Duke" is still a young puppy and Lorraine asked that you not crowd around him as he may get frightened, but everyone will get to meet "Duke". If you want to help defray costs for Lorraine, for the benefit of "Duke", purchase Eukanuba large breed puppy food. You can only get this at either Pet Smart or Pet Supermarket. Pups are not allowed to have canned food. You can buy any Nylabone, they are costly but the school requires only the use of certain toys. Rawhide and soft rubber are not allowed. ---Nip Barker 485-9308
REWARD OFFERED: Jack and Lillian Jerome, owners of 235 Duchess for 18 years have moved to New York to be near their family. The house was sold in March, at which time all the tools and woodworking equipment that Mr. Jerome used was still in their shed. The new owner said they could leave it there until their sons came down to get it in April. When their sons came down to pack their belongings, all of the tools and woodworking equipment were missing. They are offering a $500.00 reward for information leading to the recovery of the woodworking tools and equipment that was removed sometime in March or early April. Please contact Tom or Gigi Conway, 120 Camelot or call 488-7810 regarding this matter.
SECURITY: Any questions regarding security for the summer please call either Dick Stratton, 219 Princess, 483-4582 or Chuck Leight, 162 Castle, 484-0162.
JACUZZI: Starting on May 10, the Jacuzzi was closed and will remain closed until the enclosure work is completed.
KGC CLASSIC:
May 28, 1994 - Road Work: This paragraph is mainly for the snowbirds who have already left for the summer. Those of us who are still here know first hand. The County and State have finally started redoing Albee Farm Road. Already the sides of the road look like logging country with trees and shrubs disappearing every day. FP&L Co. is replacing poles with large concrete ones and putting them way back from the existing road. They started near their substation and are working north from there. Of course, there are traffic slow-downs when two flagmen wave you on or make you stop. The job is scheduled to take a year so we will still have some inconvenience when you come back in the fall.
July 16, 1994 - Road Work: Not much progress on the interchange at Laurel and I-75 but a lot of clearing and dirt moving has taken place for the 4 on and off ramps….. On Albee Farm Road it is a different story - pilings are being driven for the new bridge over the creek nearest Laurel, between there and Robbins Road all the residents front yards have been torn up by big backhoes and they dig ditches for four-foot diameter water pipe which is laid out all along the road, even up to Nokomis Groves. There have been flagmen along this stretch because the dirt they dig up has been placed on the east lane. FP&L has been busy switching wires from old poles to the new ones all along the road from one end to the other. They haven't had any detours laid out yet but there probably will be once tearing up pavement begins. In the meantime, the potholes and bumps in this road will go unattended, even as the existing road seems to be getting worse and worse.
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| Vol. XVIII, No. 19 | King's Gate Club - a 55+ community, Nokomis, Florida | May 21, 2005 |
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9:00A BoD Meeting 9:30A Water Ex 1:00P Bridge 7:00P Cribbage |
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9:00A Line Dancing 12:30P Ceramics |
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9:30A Water Ex 7:00P Poker (L) |
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2:30P Golf 9H Capri 7:00P Poker (M) |
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9:30A Water Ex 1:00P Scrabble 7:00P Euchre |
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8:15A Coffee 9:00A RT Meeting |
BOARD OF DIRECTORS: A meeting of the Board of Directors is scheduled for Monday, May 23rd at 9:00 AM. Please plan to attend. Thank you. ---Dick Lyford
TIME CHANGE: Summer hours for Water Exercise will be at 8:30 AM starting Monday, May 23rd.
Thank you. --- Joan Aubrey
GUIDE DOGS: "DUKE" is here today with his Puppy Raiser, Lorraine Erickson. He is now 11 weeks old and Lorraine has had him for a week. SEGDI is indeed fortunate, as are we, to have such a dedicated person as Lorraine to be volunteering not only as a Puppy Raiser but also as Area (Sarasota County) Coordinator, overseeing 14 other Puppy Raisers. Any funds collected today will be used to purchase some food for "Duke", to help defray Lorraine's expenses. ---Nip Barker- 485-9308
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Please volunteer and chair an event coming up this year or next season. Remember, our activities can only be held if we have chairpersons. There are always many people ready to help you and be on your committee. The activities still needing a chairperson are:
Thank you to all the volunteers who are chairing an event:
FORMER RESIDENT NEWS: We are sorry to report that long-time King's Gate Club resident, Don "Doc" Avery, formerly of 44 King Arthur Dr, passed away on Tuesday, May 17, while bowling with King's Gate bowlers in Venice. We extend our sincere sympathy to his wife, Dorothy, and to their four children and their families. Two of the Avery's daughters and their husbands are acquainted with many King's Gaters. Sally and Brian Henderson are former residents of 147 Duchess Avenue. Sandy and Wayne Titus also live nearby, and Sandy bowled with King's Gate in the past. Cards may be sent to Dorothy Avery, Bay Village, Apt. 666, 8400 Vamo Road, Sarasota, FL 34231. Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association. A memorial service will be held this morning at 10:00 AM in the Chapel of the Church of the Palms - Presbyterian, 3224 Bee Ridge Road, Sarasota, which is located east of Tuttle Avenue and west of Beneva Road.
Doc pursued many interests after moving into one of the first four homes in King's Gate Club. He and Dot were square dancers, golfers, tennis players, bowlers, travelers, and later in life he learned to play the organ and use a computer. He was instrumental in building the KGC tennis courts and starting the KGC tennis program. Doc participated in many Club activities and graciously provided helpful medical advice and assistance when requested. Each month, he monitored the blood pressures of residents. He was a good man, a perfect gentleman, and will be greatly missed.
NEW RESIDENTS: We welcome the following new owners:
We hope you enjoy many happy years at Kings Gate Club.
TRAVEL: Branson - thinking about this place of interest, Happy Hearts has a nice trip going the first part of November and a repeat in December 2005. Pick up flyers, get a group together and join in the fun. We have 9 persons heading to Biloxi this week, we wish them all a great time and lots of luck. Still have room for you for Thanksgiving Cruise, November 20-27, 2005, 7 days. January cruise has a few openings; we have reserved 50 spaces on the Star Princess, Western Caribbean.
---Any questions on travel please stop by or call Mary Lou and Don at 70 King Arthur or 484 6807.
REMINDER NOTE: Please remember, Blanche Madden has gone north for the summer season, so give all HEALTHLINE information to Dee Hicks for the Newsletter. Thank you.
THIS IS THE STORY OF FOUR PEOPLE: Everybody, Somebody, Anybody and Nobody. There was an important job to be done. Everybody was sure that Somebody would do it. Anybody could have done it, but Nobody did it. Everybody got angry because it was Anybody's job. Anybody thought Somebody would do it, but Nobody asked Anybody to do it. Somebody found out that the job was not done. So Everyone blamed Anybody who blamed Somebody and so Nobody got blamed, but Somebody should have done the job.
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| Vol. XVIII, No. 20 | King's Gate Club - a 55+ community, Nokomis, Florida | May 28, 2005 |
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9:30A Water Ex 4:30P Memorial Day Potluck 7:00P Cribbage Memorial Day |
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MEMORIAL DAY POTLUCK: The fun starts at 4:30 PM Monday afternoon. Bring your food dish to share, your own plate and silverware, and a donation. Hamburgers, hot dogs, turkey, beer, wine, sodas, and ice will be provided. There will be snacks to nibble on during Social time. The tables should be decorated and ready for people to select seats by 2:00 Monday afternoon. Everyone is welcome to sit at any table… tables are not exclusive to residents of that state. Please bring desserts to the Clubhouse between 3:30 and 4:00 PM. Remember to dress to commemorate your home state for the "Parade of States." If you have any questions, call Sandy McIntyre, 480-9503
RESIDENT SELLERS: Residents who sell their own homes are responsible for coming to the office to get the New Membership packets for their buyers. The paperwork must be completed and returned to the office at least 2 weeks before the scheduled closing for their homes. A background check must also be completed before Membership can be approved. If this is not done on time, your closing will be delayed. All application fees must be paid before a Membership Certificate can be issued. ---KGC Office
CONDOLENCES: Our sincere sympathy to Sharon Joyce on the death of her Mother, Anna Jones, of 233 Duchess. She passed away on May 11th. Cards of sympathy may be sent to Sharon Joyce at 505 Angus Road, Venice, FL 34293.
TRAVEL: Updated flyers on Happy Heart tours for the summer months are in the back of the hall. Please, if you want to book something and call in, just tell them you are from King's Gate Club and then leave a message on our answering machine that you booked. Also, if you have a group that wants to travel together, give VIP World Travel a chance to quote a price. We advertise for both travel partners and do get a commission for people that book, there is no increase in your fees. Give them a chance and help your club.
I am pleased to announce we have 31 booked on Thanksgiving Cruise and 52 on the January Cruise. I still have room for you, both cruises will be lots of fun.
If any questions on travel, we check our calls daily and will return all calls as soon as possible. Have a great summer. Wherever you travel have a safe trip. ---Don and Mary Lou Richmond 484 6807
KGC CLASSIC:
January 7, 1989 - Stage Extension:
Added to the stage, this improvement was first used on December 15, 1988 by the Admirals State Band. Cooperative volunteers contributed their expertise and talents to make this project happen. Jack Jerome volunteered his master designer talents and brought the idea from the drawing board to reality. His woodworking skills are unbelievable and one needs to view his many accomplishments to really realize the capabilities he has to offer. Once the stage had been designed, many hours were needed to measure, saw, drill, screw, hammer and paint before construction of the extension finished. This is a remarkable example of what can be done with cooperative volunteers. Some of the people who had a hand in the project, headed by Esco Richter, are: Steve Bache, Ray Begin, Bob Langenbacher, Tim Brewer, Dick Carlson, Jack Hedegore, Cliff Roslund, Jim Steele, Bill Storz, Max Tingel, Bus Zimmerman, and Mel Ranns. Mel is working on a manual with exploded views and other diagrams to make assembly an easy job. As you can see, it takes a lot of people, but look what can be accomplished from a small suggestion.
KGC CLASSIC:
January 7, 1989 - Recycling:
December 28, 1988 found the recycling crew busy handling, 4,649 pounds of paper, 78 pounds of aluminum cans, and 22 pounds of scrap for which they brought home $102.01. The 1988 Annual Report of this business: We handled 87,006 pounds of newspapers, an increase over 1987 of 16,102 pounds; 2,104 pounds of cans, an increase of 478 pounds; 213 pounds of aluminum scrap, a decrease of 337 pounds. Income: 1988, $2,162.96, an increase of $396.04 from 1987's total of $1,766.92. I wish to thank all the volunteers who helped from January 1 to December 31 last year: Bill Albright, Charlie Goodnow, Art Carlson, Walt Zimmerman, Tom Gray, Al Griffin, Omar Donaldson, Frank Hart, Jim Steele, Lefty Francis, Deke Palmer, Rudy Nordgren, John Bass, Marcel Buyl, Lyle Pfeifer, Jack Hedegore and Esco Richter. ---Bill Storz
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| Vol. XVIII, No. 21 | King's Gate Club - a 55+ community, Nokomis, Florida | June 4, 2005 |
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LADIES LUNCHEON: The King's Gate Club Ladies Luncheon for June will be at Valenti's Restaurant, 1200 E. Venice Ave., on Thursday June 23rd, at 12:00 noon. Tickets are $12.00 and will be sold on Saturday June 11th and June 18th. The theme is "HATS". Any kind of hat from visors to the elegant Kentucky Derby hats may be worn. Come join us for a great time. ---Co-chairladies - Betty Hamilton 488-2883 and Ruth Paulson 485-2189.
MEMORIAL DAY: About 140 residents and guests celebrated Memorial Day with a "Parade of the States" and potluck dinner. The unrehearsed parade was fun with many marchers dressed to commemorate their home states. Tom and Joan Potts brought a member of the armed services to play God Bless America on the trumpet in the parade. The State tables were creatively decorated by: Joan Potts - Connecticut; Sandy McIntyre - Indiana; Ruth & Don Paulson - Massachusetts; Bev & Jim Purkey - Michigan; Eleanor Barth and Carole Weber - New York; Mary Lou Richmond and Claire Becker - Ohio; Gigi Conway - Pennsylvania; and Nip & Jackie Barker - Texas.
Thanks to the men who worked grilling, serving, icing down drinks, and many other jobs: Tom Weber, Chuck McIntyre, Norm Aubry, Bill Barth, Jim Prentice, and Tom Conway. Thanks, too, to the women who worked to make the party successful: Joan Aubry, Eleanor Barth, Loretta Brian, Mary Jane Christopherson, Gigi Conway, Marge Fulgoni, Ann Kellum, Ellie Lambiotte, Joan Potts, Mary Lou Richmond, Carole Weber, Margaret Zepp, and anyone else who pitched in to help. Special thanks go to Don Lambiotte for leading the Parade and for saying the blessing. Pictures are available by clicking here. You can tell family and friends to go to the KGC web site at www.kgc.cc, click on What's New, and click on the 5/30/05 entry to see the photos. --- Sandy McIntyre
THANK YOU: The Memorial Day Potluck was a great success. We all had a lot of fun! A big thank you to Chuck and Sandy McIntyre for hosting this event. The hamburgers and hot dogs, grilled by Chuck and his crew, and all the carry-in dishes brought by the residents really made for a tasty evening. The "Parade of the States" and the State table decorations were very impressive. All in all, it was a very delightful event.
HEALTHLINE: Trudy Graney of 259 Camelot Dr., was in the hospital in Michigan for testing. Cards would be welcome at their home in Michigan. Their address is: 10300 North Drive, St. Clair Shores, MI 48082, their home phone is: 586-294-0989.
KGC TELEPHONE DIRECTORY CORRECTION: Paul and Trudy Graney's northern city should be listed as St. Clair Shores instead of only St. Clair.
FORMER RESIDENT NEWS: We learned this week of the death of long-time resident Phyllis McMullen. An exceptionally friendly person, Phyllis was active in many KGC activities, especially card-playing. Here is the text of the letter received from her family:
Dear Friends,
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of our mother on May 22nd. She died peacefully with family at her side. The past couple of months she had been experiencing many mini-strokes and hospice was called in. They were wonderful and helped keep Mom comfortable until the end.
Our family will take both Mom's and Dad's ashes to the McMullen plot in Akron, Ohio, where they will be buried together.
All of you have been such loyal friends to both Mom and Dad over the years. The three of us are very appreciative of that friendship. We knew you would want to know about our Mom.
Sincerely,
Penny McMullen McNees, Alan and Norman McMullen
Send cards to Penny McNees, 1717 Deer Run Road, Catawba, SC 29704 (phone 803-325-1136)
TRAVEL: Updated flyers on Happy Heart tours for the summer months are in the back of the hall. Please, if you want to book something and call in, just tell them you are from Kings Gate Club and then leave a message on our answering machine that you booked. Also, if you have a group that wants to travel together, give VIP World Travel a chance to quote a price. We advertise for both travel partners and do get a commission for people that book, there is no increase in your fees. Give them a chance and help your club.
I am pleased to announce we have 31 booked on Thanksgiving Cruise and 52 on the January Cruise. I still have room for you, both cruises will be lots of fun.
If any questions on travel, we check our calls daily and will return all calls as soon as possible. Have a great summer. Wherever you travel have a safe trip. ---Don and Mary Lou Richmond 484 6807
SENIOR DRESS CODE: Many of us "Old Folks" (those over 60, WAY over 60, or hovering near 60) are quite confused about how we should present ourselves. We're unsure about the kind of image we are projecting and whether or not we are correct as we try to conform to current fashions. Despite what you may have seen on the streets, the following combinations DO NOT go together and should be avoided:
1. A nose ring and bifocals
2. Spiked hair and bald spots
3. A pierced tongue and dentures
4. Miniskirts and support hose
5. Ankle bracelets and corn pads
6. Speedo's and cellulite
7. A belly button ring and a gall bladder surgery scar
8. Midriff shirts and a midriff bulge
9. Unbuttoned disco shirts and a heart monitor
10. Bikinis and liver spots
11. Short shorts and varicose veins
12. Inline skates and a walker
And last, but not least……..
13. Thongs and Depends
Please keep these basic guidelines foremost in your mind when you shop. 
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| Vol. XVIII, No. 21 | King's Gate Club - a 55+ community, Nokomis, Florida | June 11, 2005 |
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NEW SERVICE PROVIDED: Charles Clotfelter, the new manager has become a Notary Public and will offer this service to residents when needed.
LADIES LUNCHEON: The King's Gate Club Ladies Luncheon for June will be at Valenti's Restaurant, 1200 E. Venice Ave., on Thursday June 23rd, at 12:00 noon. Tickets are $12.00 and can be purchased today and next Saturday the 18th. The theme is "HATS". Any kind of hat from visors to the elegant Kentucky Derby hats may be worn. Come join us for a great time.
SOLO'S be aware of the change of date for the June meeting. We will be going to Marker 4 on Friday June 24th at 5:00 PM. Please sign up on the sheet at the back of the Clubhouse. Wear your name tag and come and have a good time. If you need help, call Mary Jane Christopherson 486-1739.
SATURDAY MORNING DONUTS: For the next month or so, if anyone wants to pay for and donate the donuts for the Saturday morning coffee, for events such as anniversary or birthday, etc. please contact Betty Kundrot at 485-4280.
HEALTHLINE: Jeanne Ortner was in the hospital and is home now recuperating. They request no visitors but cards will be welcome. Bud Schmidt is in the Venice Regional Medical Center, and cards may be sent to his home address in KGC.
NEWS FROM THE OFFICE: Now that the rainy season has begun, grass is growing faster than in the winter/spring. When it rains all week as it did last week and Greenscape, the landscape company, cannot do its job, the next cutting will cause clumps and missed spots as many of you have experienced. We know this results in unsightly places in your lawns. We will continue to push Greenscape to do a better job but this time of year we all have to expect some problems from time to time.
Reminder...When the ground is very wet, please do not park on the grass. The tire tracks may not go away.
NEW OWNER: Welcome to new owners Jerry and Leanna Robinson. They have purchased 98 King Arthur Drive. They also own 303 Avenue of Dukes. Hope you enjoy your new home.
RESIDENT NEWS: Our sympathy goes out to Mickey and Gene Fournier upon the death of her father, in Massachusetts. They, along with the rest of their family, certainly gave the utmost in his care during his last years, and we hope now to see the Fourniers be able to spend more time at King's Gate again. Cards may be sent to the address in our phone book.
RESIDENT NEWS: Sue Cavallo is now living in Harbor Chase of Venice, and says she would like visitors and that cards will always be welcome.
FLEA MARKET: To all the new residents and anyone needing to replace items, the flea market has donated items available for sale through the year. There are items such as lamps, toasters, coffee pots, etc. We accept items all year, and if anyone is moving into the club and needs something, or if anyone is moving out and has some things that they want to donate, please contact us. Contacts for the next couple of months are, Dee Hicks, and Shirley Froehlich, and we will arrange with you a convenient time to show you what is available for sale or, when moving, when we may pick up your donated items.
JULY CALENDAR: If an activity chairperson has any changes for the July Calendar, they should be forwarded to Joanie Grubaugh at 65 King Arthur, jackandjo@comcast.net or 480-9174 by June 28th. You may also, pick up a copy of the current month calendar in the rack in the Clubhouse.
TRAVEL: We are doing very well on the booking for the Thanksgiving Cruise and the January Cruise. And we still have room available on both cruises, come and join us, it will be lots of fun.
Updated flyers on Happy Heart tours for the summer months are in the back of the hall. Please, if you want to book something and call in, just tell them you are from Kings Gate Club and then leave a message on our answering machine that you booked. Also, if you have a group that wants to travel together, give VIP World Travel a chance to quote a price. We advertise for both travel partners and do get a commission for people that book, there is no increase in your fees. Give them a chance and help your club.
If any questions on travel, we check our calls daily and will return all calls as soon as possible. Have a great summer. Wherever you travel have a safe trip. ---Don and Mary Lou Richmond 484 6807
HINT FOR YOUR GOOD HEALTH: Sometimes symptoms of a stroke are difficult to identify. Unfortunately, the lack of awareness spells disaster. The stroke victim may suffer brain damage when people nearby fail to recognize the symptoms of a stroke. Now doctors say a bystander can recognize a stroke by asking three simple questions:
If he or she has trouble with any of these tasks, call 9-1-1 immediately and describe the symptoms to the dispatcher.
After discovering that a group of non-medical volunteers could identify facial weakness, arm weakness and speech problems, researchers urged the general public to learn the three questions. They presented their conclusions at the American Stroke Association's annual meeting last February. Widespread use of this test could result in prompt diagnosis and treatment of the stroke and prevent brain damage.
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS: The Board of Directors will meet at 9:00 AM on Wednesday June 22nd. Coffee and pastries will be available before the meeting from 8 AM to 9 AM. The American Red Cross will be the first item on the agenda with a presentation on Hurricane Preparedness. ---Dick Lyford, President BOD
LADIES LUNCHEON: The King's Gate Club Ladies Luncheon for June will be at Valenti's Restaurant, 1200 E. Venice Ave., on Thursday June 23rd, at 12:00 noon. Tickets are $12.00 and can be purchased today, in the back of the hall. The theme is "HATS". Any kind of hat from visors to the elegant Kentucky Derby hats may be worn. Come join us for a great time.
SOLO'S: We will be going to Marker 4 on Friday June 24th at 5:00 PM. Be aware that this is a change of date for the June meeting. Please sign up on the sheet at the back of the Clubhouse. Wear your name tag and come and have a good time.
If you need help, call Mary Jane Christopherson 486-1739.
HEALTHLINE: Sandy McIntyre of 37 King Arthur Drive is recuperating nicely from knee replacement surgery, which she had at Venice Regional Health Center last Monday. Chuck is busy cooking, cleaning, and catering to her whims.
We received the following note from the daughter of Anne Jones, 233 Duchess, who passed away recently.
Dear King's Gaters:
Thank you very much for your kind words concerning my mother. We would like for any donations to be made to Pinebrook Rehab and Nursing Ctr, 1240 Pinebrook Road, Venice, FL 34285. Mother was there for about six years and they took such good care of her.
Thank you again; I have received so many cards from you good folks at King's Gate and I really appreciate all of them.
Very sincerely,
Sharon J. Joyce
HEALTHLINE: Vivian Wahrer of 198 Squire Court, reports that her husband Robert, is in Venice Regional Medical Center with a terminal condition following a stroke at home on June 7th. No visitors at this time, but cards are welcome and may be sent to Vivian at their home address. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.
CONDOLENCES: Our heartfelt sympathy to the family of Bud Schmidt, 304 Avenue of Dukes, who passed away on June 11th. A Memorial Service was held yesterday at Epiphany Cathedral in Venice. A long-time resident, Bud was always one of the friendliest on the block. If you walked by and he was busy pulling weeds or tending to his bottlebrush tree, he would stop his work and chat for a while. He had a great sense of humor and will be missed by all. His wife, Virginia, said that memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Southwest Florida, 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34238.
NEW RESIDENTS: We welcome new residents, Mark and Catherine Grube. They purchased 225 Duchess Avenue and are from Basehor, Kansas. We wish you many happy years at KGC.
TRAVEL: We are doing very well on the booking for the Thanksgiving Cruise and the January Cruise. And we still have room available on both cruises, come and join us, it will be lots of fun.
Updated flyers on Happy Heart tours for the summer months are in the back of the hall. Please, if you want to book something and call in, just tell them you are from Kings Gate Club and then leave a message on our answering machine that you booked. Also, if you have a group that wants to travel together, give VIP World Travel a chance to quote a price. We advertise for both travel partners and do get a commission for people that book, there is no increase in your fees. Give them a chance and help your club.
If any questions on travel, we check our calls daily and will return all calls as soon as possible. Have a great summer. Wherever you travel have a safe trip. ---Don and Mary Lou Richmond 484-6807
SO YOU THINK YOU KNOW EVERYTHING?
A goldfish has a memory span of three seconds.
A dragonfly has a life span of 24 hours.
Maine is the only state whose name is just one syllable.
Leonardo Da Vinci invented the scissors.
No word in the English language rhymes with month, orange, silver, or purple.
There are 293 says to make change for a dollar.
Winston Churchill was born in a ladies' room during a dance.
"Dreamt" is the only English word that ends in the letters "mt".
A snail can sleep for three years.
NOW YOU KNOW IT ALL !!
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THANK YOU: My thanks to all the King's Gaters who sent well wishes for my recovery and for all the people who dropped by to say hello. ---John Sellner
THANK YOU: My heartfelt thanks to all my dear friends and acquaintances in King's Gate who brought us many delicious dinners and desserts, and sent me countless get-well cards during my recent broken hip surgery and mini-stroke which followed. I'm feeling stronger each day and hope to join in some activities again very soon. Thank you again - Jeanne Ortner
THANK YOU: You never know how much the support of friends in King's Gate Club means until you experience it yourself. Be the problem big or small, they are there. Thanks is such a small word for what it meant to me. But until another word comes to me - Thanks all of you and God Bless you all. ---Virginia Schmidt and Bud's family
CONDOLENCES: Our sincere sympathy to Vivian Wahrer, 198 Squire Court on the death of her husband, Robert, on Thursday, June 23rd, following a lengthy illness and poor health over the past few years. The Wahrer's have lived in KGC for twenty years. Robert was active in shuffleboard, bowling, choir and Fair activities. No services will be held at the present time. Memorials may be made to the Hospice of Southwest Florida, 220 Wexford Blvd., Venice 34293, and cards of sympathy may be sent to Vivian at her KGC address. In addition to his wife, Robert is survived by eight children, 15 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.
HEALTHLINE: We have received word that Ada Alakna, 321 Castle Drive has passed away on Thursday June 23rd, at Sarasota Memorial Hospital. Her nephew Charles Collins, 106 Winter Street, Tilton, NH 03276, said the internment will be at a later date.
JULY 4th POTLUCK: Please join us at 4:30 PM for a social and at 5:30 PM for a potluck in celebrating our nation's birthday. There will be a sign-up sheet in the Hall. Bring a dish to share that will serve 10 people. Chicken will be furnished free of charge. Beer, wine and soft drinks will also be furnished free of charge. We do need a volunteer to help serve the drinks. Anyone wishing to volunteer, or have any questions, please call Mary Jane Christopherson at 486-1739
KGC LADIES LUNCHEON: Thursday, June 23rd, the KGC ladies met at Valenti's Italian Restaurant on East Venice Avenue for a "Hats" luncheon. All twenty-four ladies added to the fun of being together by wearing unique and unusual hats. Many thanks to hostesses Betty Hamilton and Ruth Paulson for all their work on this event.
DRINKING WATER REPORT: Every year our water plant operator provides us with a report of the quality of the drinking water produced at the King's Gate Club R/O water plant. Homeowners may pick up a copy of this report at the KGC office or we will mail you a copy at your request. ---KGC Office
TRAVEL: Special sale for the first play of the year on Sunday September 18, 2005. Get those Red Hat Ladies together and join in the fun. The men can come also, and I will put them together away from the ladies. Anyone can join. Bring your can of Aqua Net for this musical tribute to the girl groups and soloists of the 60's. The songs include The Name Game, It's My Party, You Don't Own Me, Respect, Where The Boys Are and more. The name of the play is "BEEHIVE"
Pick up time at 10:15AM at Clubhouse, great buffet and desserts, all taxes and tips including bus driver $40.00. You can leave your reservations on our phone or mail a check made out to Kings Gate Club Travel. I will return around the 15th of July if you want to wait till then, don't miss out, mail to 70 King Arthur Drive, Nokomis Florida 34275, or call 941 484-6807. Let's fill the 1st bus of the season to Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre. ---Mary Lou and Don Richmond
KGC CLASSIC:
JUST FOR THE RECORD: December 1979 …The residents in the Club formed their own Association Board comprised of the following members, John Galaba, President, Jim Salter, Vice President, Board Members, Fred Krug, Scotty Wildey, Charles Messenger and Addie Walwrath. … It was noted that all final approvals from Government Agencies have been issued for the physical development of the Kings Gate Club; therefore it was a unanimous decision of the Trustees that any future alterations or expenditures to the physical aspects of the Club, will be paid for by the Club's Membership dues. …There are 165 Sold Memberships to date. …The first home arrived in the Park in March 1979 and there are now more than sixty on sites. …Owners in the Club hail from all over: 33 from Florida; 17 from Michigan; 12 from New York; 11 from Indiana; 10 from Illinois, Ohio and Pennsylvania; states with 5 or less include North Carolina, Connecticut, Wisconsin, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia and 2 from Canada.
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