Shell Point Life March 2007

March 2007Vol. 2 Issue 3

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

Editor Lynn SchneiderAssistant Editor Kathy Nordman

Art Director Rich CerrinaGraphic Designer Wendy Iverson

Staff ContributorsRobyn Church, Jeff Cory, Chris Bright,

Gene McGonigle, Alan Bar-Dov, Renee Bittner,Teri Kollath, Millie Kuehn, Linda Rakos,

Randy Woods, Rita Southern, Rachael Dula,Carol Cooper, Dawn Boren, Carole Faux,

Larry Fose, Ken & Elaine Nesselroade

Resident ContributorsChuck Durrell, Bill Saunders, Bunny Kupsaw,

Rickie Coleman, Lucille Porteus, Sallie Rich, Peggy Holton

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

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

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

Many people think I love tohave my photo taken,but actually I prefer to bebehind the camera. One ofthe best things about my job isgetting to take lots of picturesaround our community.

I’ve had the opportunity to take photosof famous people like Art Linkletter,Barbara Bush, and Pat Boone, and that’sbeen exciting, but most of the people I getto photograph are regular everyday people.They may not be famous, but they areuniquely special in their own way.

When I take a person’s picture, it’s likeI am telling their story. Capturing them in

that moment – a little slice oftheir life and making a perma-nent record of it.

I consider it a real honor tobe able to take pictures of somany residents here at ShellPoint. Every person has a story

and part of the fun in meeting people hereat Shell Point is getting to know them andlearning about what makes them special.

So, the next time you see me carryingmy camera around the community – don’tbe shy! I’m looking forward to getting toknow you and taking your picture.

Say Cheese!

CAMERA CRAZY!By Lynn Schneider, Editor

TO B E N E F I T T H EL A R S E N PAV I L I O N

Saturday,March 247:00 a.m.-Noon

Shell Point Golf Club

Join us for the fifthannual Shell Point Open!Enjoy 18 holes of chal-lenging championship golfwith your foursome. You’llalso get a complimentarycontinental breakfast andlunch, as well as a chanceat fabulous prizes, includ-

ing a 2007 Ford MustangCoupe provided by Sam

Galloway Ford.Watch your mail-

box for the brochure,or call (239) 454-2197.

Sponsored by Morgan Stanley–theJason Scoggins/David Moreland Group.

Patrick NolanFOX-4

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ON TH E CO V E R

Photograph of a Tricolored Heron by ShellPoint resident Sallie Rich.

Lynn Schneider enjoys taking pictures of residentsand staff at Shell Point. Clockwise: Jim and MarianDavey; Ted and Ruth Rodgers; Marjorie Dawson;and Teri Kollath and June Lockhart.

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the Spirit of Our Community

The honor of your presence is requested at the

Annual Shell Point Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon

Tuesday, March 13, 2007 • 12:00 Noon • Church Auditorium(Doors open at 11:30 a.m.)

We’re Celebrating the Spirit of Our

Community. We’re Celebrating

You!

Shell Point Volunteers certainly arethe spirit in our community! That spir-it can be found from the library to theSuzy Q, to the Larsen Pavilion, to the GiftShop, and everywhere in between. It is thesmile on the face of a friend and neighborwhen they are welcoming you to a build-ing, or when they are encouraging you tojoin them in song or drama or music orservice of many kinds.

Our spirit is uplifted by the generosityof friends and neighbors. Now it is thattime of year when Shell Point honors andthanks all residents who volunteer.

The moment your invitation arrives,please send in your RSVP card. We needyour RSVP no later than March 5, 2007, tohave everything ready for the event thathonors you! We cannot wait to give you aspirited “thank you for volunteering” to putthe spirit into our community.

If you have any questions about theluncheon or volunteering at Shell Point,please call Teri Kollath, Manager of ResortServices at 454-2254.


For Tellidora resident and photogra-pher, Sallie Rich, her dream and workmerged at an early age. “The picture thatis deepest…in my memory, is the pictureof my grandfather picking me up when Iwas four years old…and waltzingaround the living room [while] singingthe ‘Marietta Waltz.’”

Sallie, whose collection of wildlifephotos from around the Southwest Floridaarea, was recently honored with an exhib-it at the “Ding” Darling Wildlife Refuge onSanibel Island. She has spent the betterpart of her life recording the preciousmoments of her existence. After movingto Washington D.C. at age seven, Sallie’slove for still life really began to take shape.Living close to the Potomac River allowedher to get amazing pictures of nativearrowheads and the wildlife surroundingthe area, in addition to still shots of herclassmates and friends.

She is a self-taught photographer, andanyone who has seen her work would seri-ously reconsider the steep cost of photogra-

phy classes. Her attention to detail,composition and line are tremendous,but it is her fine, complete capture ofcolor and texture that make her pho-tographs nearly leap off the paper.There is one piece, in particular, thatwas hanging at “Ding” Darling, show-ing a bird in the moment before itexplodes into the air. Sallie took thepicture at dusk, and the red in thefeathers mixed with the smooth linesof the wings to make the picture looklike a painting. In truth, you have to getvery close to the picture itself to see that itis, indeed, a still life photo and not an oilpainting.

Sallie’s experiences in wildlife photog-raphy run deep in her own personal histo-ry. She has traveled extensively, spendingsix months on a tour of Europe. She wasable to experience the Scottish lifestyle inEdinburgh, as well as the fountains at Villad’Esta in Italy. Her travels in America arejust as extensive. While living in Hawaiiand teaching yoga for the Maui Marriott

one winter, her son who lives in LakeTahoe visited her and invited her back tothe mainland for a three-week adventurein his pick-up truck. They camped fromMexico to Alaska, with stops in Nevada atLake Tahoe, King’s Canyon National Parkin California, Yellowstone National Park,and even in Mexico. Along the way, atevery stop and at every sight, Sallie wasable to use her camera and her well-trainedeye to capture the very heart of theAmerican West.

In 1987 Sallie and her husbandbecame Captiva residents, astones-throw from ShellPoint. Her husband changedher life when he gave her a“real” camera – an OlympusIS1. With this new cameraSallie was able to capture themagnificent wildlife thatSouthwest Florida is knownfor. From birds to sea crea-tures, to the very plantsthemselves, Sallie’s trainedeye and steady hand capturedall that Florida had to offer.

There is an old saying, “Find a job you love, and you’ll neverwork a day in your life.” B Y C H R I S B R I G H T

Residents visited “Ding” DarlingWildlife Refuge exhibit to seeSallie’s photo show.

Shell Point NaturePhotographer Featured

Sallie Rich


Stella Farwell ofTellidora had befriendedSallie when they bothlived on Captiva and,through the Captiva ArtsAssociation in whichStella participated, Salliewas invited to exhibit herfine photographs at theCaptiva Civic AssociationHall. It was there thatresidents of SouthwestFlorida, and those ofSanibel and Captiva inparticular, got their firstreal taste of the artistry ofSallie Rich. Her firstshow was well received.She continues takingpictures and is happy inthinking that one dayher five grandsons willsee them and they willalso choose to followtheir bliss.

Two years ago Sallieand Stella presented acombined show onCaptiva. And now Sallie has once again portrayed herfine skill by displaying 44 wildlife pictures at “Ding”Darling. This collection, Where the Wild ThingsReally Are, was on display from January 3 throughFebruary 28. Among the best shots in the show wereimages of Shell Point wildlife with “American BaldEagle” the favorite with Refuge visitors. “Anhinga”and “Osprey” were close runners-up. The dilemma forSallie and other early morning walkers is whether tofocus their camera on the grandeur of the eagles, or themerriment of dolphins leaping in the CaloosahatcheeRiver, almost directly under the eagles nest.

Sallie says living at Shell Point is a perfectplace for a wildlife photographer. As she point-ed out during a recent trip to “Ding” Darling,“Nearly every bird found on the Sanctuary’s listis also living at Shell Point,” Sallie said.Against the backdrop of beautiful sunrises andblazing sunsets, our residents also enjoy seeingcreatures in the wild, such as dolphins andmanatees which also call Shell Point home.

Getting the opportunity to touch peoplethough your art is something that every artiststrives for. And Sallie Rich has managed to doboth. Her hobby has helped define who she is,and in turn she has taken her art and touchedthe lives of countless people around the world.So the next time you’re taking an early morn-ing walk around The Island or a late night strolldown by the sea wall, take a look around forany native feathered friends. Because chancesare, Sallie Rich is.

Frog

American Alligator

Datura Gecko

The White Ibis, Frog, American Alligator andDatura Gecko photographs were recently takenon Captiva Island and in the “Ding” DarlingNational Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel Island.

White Ibis

Top 10 Tips to Take Better PhotographsBy Lynn Schneider, with helpful information from Kodak.com

For those of you who would like to participate in the Shell PointPhoto Contest, but are perhaps a little camera-shy, here is a series ofphoto tips using the excellent advice from the photography expertsat Kodak.com.

Get down on their levelEveryone loves a

captivating photo of acute kitten or a pugna-cious pup, and of course,babies and young chil-

dren are wonderful photo subjects.But to make your photo the best itcan be, you need to get down on

their level. Hold your cam-era at your subject’s eyelevel to capture the powerof those magnetic gazes andmesmerizing smiles.According to the experts atKodak.com, for kids andpets, that means gettingdown on their level.

Watch the backgroundBefore taking a picture, check the area

behind your subject. Look out for trees orpoles sprouting from your subject’s head. Acluttered background will be distracting,while a plain background will emphasize your subject. Sometimes itis nice to show a subject in its own natural environment, but be care-ful that your subject is not overwhelmed by the environment. Youwant your audience to know what they are supposed to be looking at!

Use your flash outdoorsMost people think of using their flash only at night

or when they are in a very dark, indoor environment.But sometimes you need a flash in the middle of theday. Even outdoors, you can use the fill-flash setting on

the camera to improve your pictures. Use it in bright sunlight to light-

en dark shadows under the eyes and nose, especially when the sun isdirectly overhead or behind your subject. Use it on cloudy days tobrighten up faces and make them stand out from the background.

Move in closeTo create a picture with impact, move in close

and fill your picture with the subject. Move a fewsteps closer or usethe zoom untilthe subject fills

the viewfinder. You will eliminatebackground distraction and showoff the details in your subject. Thisis great advice if you are shooting avery small subject like an insect, orperhaps want to focus on a singleflower instead of the whole bou-quet. For small objects, try usingthe camera’s macro mode to getsharp close-ups. This particular button or setting is often designatedwith the picture of a small flower on your camera.

Think vertically! Sometimes new

photographers forgetto take this advice.After all, the camerais set up to take hori-zontal pictures and

they might forget to turn it ver-tically. Many subjects look bet-ter in a vertical picture. Fromthe Eiffel Tower to portraits ofyour friends, make a consciouseffort to turn your camera side-ways and take some verticalpictures. When you are shoot-ing a photo, try taking it bothhorizontally and vertically to

see what new angle you might discover.

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Move it from the middleMany photographers who are just getting

started tend to put their subject right in the mid-dle of the picture. After all, that’s the mostimportant thing, right? But sometimes, a photo

can be more interesting simply by placing your subject off-center.Imagine a tick-tack-toe grid in your viewfinder. Now place your sub-ject at one of the intersections of lines. Moving the subject off toone side or the other can create a dramatic effect. When photo-graphing a living thing like an animal, bird or person, it is oftenmore pleasing if they are moving or looking into the center of thepicture instead of away from the center. This gives them “room tobreathe,” so to speak, or gives the feeling that they are movingthrough the photo. Since most cameras focus on whatever is in themiddle, remember to lock the focus on your subject before refram-ing the shot.

Lock In Your FocusMoving the subject of a photograph off-

center can give the photo a more dramaticquality. However, to do this, we need toensure that the subject stays in focus. So we need to know how tolock the focus on our camera to create a sharp picture of an off-cen-

ter subject. It isquite simple, really.Here’s how you dothis: First, centerthe subject in yourviewfinder. Pressthe shutter buttonhalfway down tofocus on the image.Now, while stillholding the shutter

button halfway down, reframe your picture by moving the subject offto the side. Press the shutter button all the way down to finish yourpicture, with your off-center subject in focus. Sometimes this takesa little practice. I suggest you choose an item that does not move,like a building or a statue, to practice this technique on.

Know your flash’s rangePictures taken beyond the maximum flash

range will be too dark. For many cameras, that’sonly about 10 feet, which is about four stepsaway. Check your manual to be sure. If the subject is further than 10feet from the camera, your picture may be too dark. This is oftentrue of disposable cameras or small, inexpensive cameras. To accom-modate, move in close to your subject.

Watch the lightGreat light makes great pictures. Study the

effects of light in your pictures. Believe it or not, acloudy day can be just right for taking great pic-tures! For people pictures, a cloudy day can provide soft lighting thathelps your subject open up andavoid squinting. Even the softlight under a shade tree cancast just the right glow on yoursubject. Avoid overhead sun-light that casts harsh shadowsacross faces or causes your sub-jects to squint. And pleaseremember that if the eyes aretruly the window to a person’ssoul, then try to remind yoursubjects to take off their sunglasses when you are taking their photo.For scenic pictures, use the long shadows and color of early and latedaylight. Morning and evening light can provide dramatic results.

For many people, dim lighting makesfor difficult picture-taking. But it is alsoan opportunity for exciting pictures. Sowhen the clouds roll in at the picnic orthe stage curtain rises, you’ll be ready tocreate pictures that shine.

Be a picture directorThis is probably

one of the best tipsKodak had to offer.Sometimes, to get agood people picture,

you need to take an extra minuteand become a picture director, notjust a passive picture taker. Addsome props, rearrange your subjects,or try a different viewpoint. Bringyour subjects together and let theirpersonalities shine – then watchyour pictures, as they dramaticallyimprove.

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The 6th Annual Shell Point Photo

Contest is underway and the deadline for

entries is March 15. Entry forms with a

complete list of rules are available at

either Service Desk on The Island or in The

Woodlands. The contest is open to all resi-

dents of Shell Point and each resident can

enter up to eight photos in the contest.

The photos will be on display in a special show that will kick off

in the Resident Activity Center on Monday, April 2, and will run

through Sunday, April 16.

Entries in the photo contest are divided into eleven categories

which include: 1) The Shell Point Community, 2) Shell Point Pets, 3) Nature

and Wildlife at Shell Point, 4) Friends, Families and Children, 5) Fun

and/or Festive Events, 6) Still Life, Portrait & Abstract Photos, 7) Nature

Elsewhere, 8) Wildlife Elsewhere, 9) Travel U.S.A., 10) Travel Elsewhere

and 11) All Time Favorites.

Enter the Shell Point Photo Contest Title: Amaryllis

2006 Photo ContestHonorable Mention, Ted Boynton

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Mac User Group Meeting Thursday, March 1 — 1:15 p.m.Manatee Room/ISTom Young (Harbor Court), will share hisknowledge and experiences using E-Bay forselling and buying items of interest on theinternet. Both experienced E-Bay users andthose wishing to learn are welcome. In addi-tion to this month’s regular meeting, a Macbasics class will begin at 12:20.

Animals are Beautiful PeopleFriday, March 2 — 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDL

This magnificently photographed DVD offersa fascinating view of nature, where the animalsof Africa’s southern deserts lead lives of humorand horror, danger and dignity. The creatorworked four years and traveled 100,000 milesto shoot this wry look at animal behavior, cap-turing dozens of remarkable, startling andfunny scenes – only to find that sometimes ani-mals are simply all too — human.

Shell Point Bird Enthusiasts TripFriday, March 28:00 a.m. Court pickup 11:30 a.m. Approximate returnCost: $5.00This field trip to Six-Mile Cypress Sloughoffers a 1.2-mile boardwalk through hardwoodhammocks and a swamp. Participants shouldsee winter migrant warblers, wading birds, anda surprise or two. Space is limited to 20. Forsign-up and further information, call IverBrook (Lucina), at 590-0036.

Shell PointArt Show Friday March 2 — 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.Saturday, March 3 — 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.Sunday, March 4 — Noon - 4:00 p.m.Social Center/IS All residents and guests are cordially invitedto attend the Shell Point Artists Annual ArtShow. Many resident artisans will displaytheir artistic talents through the media of oilpainting, pottery, woodworking, textiles,stained glass, lapidary sculpture, and more.In addition to viewing this wonderfully cre-ative work, many items will be available forpurchase. The event is open to the public, soplease feel free to invite your friends!

Greek Fest!Saturday, March 3, 200710:15 a.m. Court pickup3:00 p.m. Approx. returnCost: $7.00 (Lunch on your own)Enjoy a day of Greek food, music, dance, and

a carnival — all at the GreekOrthodox Church of

Southwest Florida. Wearsome comfortable shoes,take a hat, and have a

great day at this annual fes-tival, where you’re sure to

find wonderful entertainment anddelicious ethnic food. Don’t forget to takealong a bag to carry home some of the treatsyou’ll find for sale at the Festival.

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PLACES TO GO,PEOPLE TO MEET,

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Shell Point’s Own Theater — AuditionsSaturday, March 3 — 1:30 p.m.Sabal Room/WDL or Monday, March 5 — 1:15 p.m.Social Center/ISThe Golden Age of Radio is SPOT’s next pres-entation, to be held on Thursday, April 19.Remember Fibber McGee and Molly? Howabout the Lone Ranger and Tonto! Portionsof some of your favorite old radio shows willbe presented, punctuated by on-stage soundeffects! And some of the old commercials

were even funnierthan the programs!All residents areencouraged to takepart in the auditionsfor this next reading,and join in the fun.We’re seeking more

male voices — if you remember, all theannouncers were men at that time! Pleaseconsider taking part in the audition, and joinus on stage for a barrel of fun. Any questions,call residents Ruth Deuber or Phil Hilton.

CD Surround Sound ConcertSunday, March 4 — 3:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLThis concert features Schumann’s“Symphony #1,” played by the ViennaPhilharmonic, under the direction ofLeonard Bernstein. The program will con-clude with an electrifying performance ofTchaikovsky’s “Piano Concerto #1,” per-formed by Martha Argerich, with theBavarian Symphony Orchestra, directed byKirill Kondrashin.

Environmental Issues GroupTuesday, March 6 — 2:15 p.m.Social Center/ ISGuest speaker Bradley Cornell of theCorkscrew Swamp Audubon Society will dis-cuss the damage that a potential housingdevelopment would cause to the environ-ment of that area. All are welcome. (Note:There are two meetings this month, due tothe cancellation of February’s meeting.)

Travel PlansFriday, March 9 — 10:00 a.m. - NoonGrand Cypress Room/WDLSurvey says, “You Want to Travel!” Based onrecent survey results, your input will be nec-essary to move forward with Shell Point trav-el plans. Four main areas of interest — daytrips, bus trips, cruises, and air travel — willbe discussed and narrowed down for planningpurposes. There will also be a sign up forTravel Buddies; information to share with

others who may be interested in having a“buddy” to travel with. Are you interested intravel in any capacity? Then please take partin this important planning meeting!

Shell Point Bird EnthusiastsFriday March 9 — 1:45 p.m.Social Center/ISA very popular and enthusiastic presenter, ToniWestland, Education Specialist and Rangerat Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge,returns to talk about the Endangered Speciesof South Florida. Nature lovers are invited tojoin us for education and entertainment.

Info Tech ForumSaturday, March 10 — 10:00 a.m.Grand Cypress Room/ WDLThis month’s speaker is Carole Holmberg,Planetarium Director of the Calusa NatureCenter and Planetarium. Ms. Holmberg’stopic is What’s Going On Up There in OurSouthern Sky? She will discuss Florida’sMarch sky display, “hot topics” of astronomy,how space missions are related to astronomy,and recent sightings.

Saturday DVD: Eight BelowSaturday, March 102:00 and 7:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLFrom Walt Disney Pictures, Eight Below is thethrilling tale of incredible friendship betweeneight amazing sled dogs and their guide, Jerry(Paul Walker). Stranded in Antarctica dur-ing the most unforgiving winter on the plan-et, the beloved sled dogs must learn to survivetogether until Jerry rescues them. This tri-umphant and inspiring action-adventure willbe treasured by all who see it.

Daylight Saving TimeSunday, March 11 — 2:00 a.m.Turn clocks ahead one hour.

AARP Driver Safety CourseMonday, March 12 and Wednesday, March 14 (Attendance is required for both days.)9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Manatee Room/IS All participants in this completely new coursewill receive an illustrated, 120-page AARPbook, summarizing important factors such assafety strategies, understanding your vehicle,driving partners, and knowing the roads andhighways. Safety hints such as space cush-ions, the 3-second rule, and scanning aheadwill be emphasized to prevent crashes. Classsize is limited; pre-register with instructorPatricia Myers by calling 481-7539. Send a$10 check to Patricia Myers at 1705 JunoniaCourt, made payable to AARP. Take your dri-ver’s license to the class. Classes fill up quick-ly, so call immediately to guarantee your spot.

Big Band Love Songs presented byFran and Frank PorresMonday, March 12 — 7:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLAre you ready for a stroll down memory lane?The delightful twosome of Fran and Frankwill dazzle you with music from the 40s and50s, in a nightclub-type show. Frank, thesmooth crooner of the two, has a voice thatreminds you of “ole’ blue eyes,” FrankSinatra. Don’t miss the enchanting musicalmoments offered by this talented duo.

Naples Art MuseumWednesday, March 149:30 a.m. Court pickup2:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $13.00 (Lunch on your own)Experience the wonder of the arts and becomea part of this cultural adventure, as we visit a30,000-square foot museum space — featuring15 art galleries, a glass dome conservatory,spectacular chandeliers, a Persian glass art ceil-ing, a resource room and more. After a tour,enjoy lunch at The Garden Café in the NorrisGarden, in the Figge Conservatory. Prices rangefrom $6 to $12.

Outstanding Piano DuoStella Zedro and Mary Hicks-VigerThursday, March 157:15 p.m.Church AuditoriumA graduate of Julliard, Stella Zedro began hermusical career at the age of five in Toledo,Ohio. Mary Hicks-Viger has performed sev-eral duo-piano concerts and is presently liv-ing in France, accompanying chamber musicand directing choirs. Get a jump start on yourweekend fun by experiencing this wonderfulevening of enjoyable art for the ears and eyes.

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Sunday, March 18—3:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Rm/ WDL

Live from Dublin featuresAndre Rieu and hisorchestra, in a concertof Irish favorites.

Classical and semi-clas-sical selections, including

Strauss’s “Blue Danube Waltz,” will be featured.This DVD concert lasts 1 hour and 20 minutes.

Cahal Dunne in ConcertMonday, March 19 — 7:15 p.m.Church AuditoriumCahal Dunne is a composer,pianist, comedian, story teller,and a television personalityknown as “Ireland’s HappyMan.” His style is rich and deep, reflectingthe many strands making up his distinguishedcareer. You’ll enjoy this musical journey to hishomeland, Ireland, his easy rapport, andhomespun humor that spans generations.

Italian Night in the CrystalTuesday, March 204:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. — Crystal Room/ISSpecialties from the Tuscan and Sicilianregions of Italy will be featured, accompaniedby the wonderful sounds of strolling violinist,Ron Erickson, in the dining room from 5:00– 7:00 p.m. Chi mangia bene, mangia Italiano!

Randell Research CenterWednesday, March 218:15 Court pickup2:30 Approximate returnCost: $12.00 (Lunch on Your Own)This visit includes a tour of the CalusaHeritage Trail, an interpretive trail thatmeanders through mounds, canals, and otherPineland archaeological sites. Museum quali-ty interpretive trail signage provides detailson the Calusa Indians who inhabited

Pineland; the envi-ronment of the area;and the history ofSW Florida after theCalusa left. After trail-blazing, shake yourhunger with lunch atTarpon Lodge, priced

from $5.95 to $14.95. (Note trip require-ments — walking shoes, sunscreen, bottle(s)of water, sunglasses, bug repellent.)

Beach DayThursday, March 228:30 a.m. Court pickup3:30 Approximate returnCost: $13.00 (Lunch included)Shell Point beach lovers missed the beachlast month, so get ready for a glorious day ofsun, sand, and surf in March! This is a greatway to unwind and relax, get started on thatnew book, go shelling, swimming, or justrelax and catch some rays. Pack your bag andgrab your chair, the bus is headed back to yourfavorite spot — Vanderbilt Beach.

Environmental Issues GroupThursday, March 22 — 2:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/ WDLThe Potential of Building Green at ShellPoint will be presented by Bob Southern,Director of Project Development. All arewelcome.

The RenfroesThursday, March 22 — 7:15 p.m.Church AuditoriumShell Point favorites Douglas and LorraineRenfroe return, along with Robert Reeves ofthe Southwest Florida Symphony. A stringquartet will present songs from Porgy & Bess,classical selections, as well as songs fromBroadway’s biggest hits. Get reacquaintedwith the Renfroes, in this all-new and enter-taining concert.

Shell Point21st Annual Quilt Show Saturday, March 24 — 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.Sunday, March 25 — Noon - 4:00 p.m.Monday, March 26 — 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.Social Center/IS All are welcome to celebrate the 21st AnnualShell Point Quilt Show, where visitors willenjoy the detailed and beautiful workings ofthese talented quilters. Resident quilterswill be on hand displaying their handmadequilts and hangings, as well as showing offquilts from their own private collections.Admission is free.

Minnesota Twins vs. Baltimore OriolesMonday, March 2611:15 Court pickup4:30 Approximate returnCost: $23.00 (Lunch on your own)“Take me out to the ballgame!” It’s that timeof year to hear the bat crack, the umpire call

“foul ball,” and smell the aroma of hot dogsand roasted peanuts. This will be a fun out-ing, so sign up early, take along your glove tocatch fly balls and a hat to shade you fromthe sun. Even if these aren’t your favoriteteams, come for the love of the game andcatch that springtime baseball fever!

Movie Night: The SearchersMonday, March 26 — 7:15 p.m.Social Center/ISThis landmark Westernoffers an indelible imageof the frontier and thebrave men and womenwho challenged it. Anex-Confederate soldier(John Wayne), seeks outhis niece, who was cap-tured by a tribe of Comanche Indians thatmassacred his family. In this five-year search,he encounters something unexpected — hisown humanity.

Library Book TalkTuesday, March 27 — 3:30 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDL (Note special time & location)Mike Mongoven, Shell Point’s Director ofGolf, will review Who’s Your Caddy? bySports Illustrated writer, Rick Reilly. Reillycaddied for some of the world’s most

famous golfers, includ-ing Jack Nicklaus,David Duval, and TomLehman. He has car-ried the bag for celebri-ty duffers, includingDonald Trump! All areinvited; refreshmentswill be served follow-ing the presentation.

Shell PointBird Enthusiasts TripWednesday, March 288:00 a.m. Court Pickup 11:30 a.m. Approximate ReturnCost: $5.00This field trip will return to our favorite bird-ing destination, “Ding” Darling NationalWildlife Refuge on Sanibel. Water in theimpoundments should be low with largenumbers of wintering shorebirds and a spectac-ular display from the Roseate Spoonbills andWhite Pelicans. Take along your binocularsand enjoy nature’s show! Call Iver Brook(Lucina) 590-0036 for more information.


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31Dinner at Ellington’sWednesday, March 284:45 p.m. Court pickup8:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $ 5.00 (Dinner on your own)The food and atmosphere at Ellington’s, com-bined with great live jazz, preserves a timewhen jazz was king and a night out was reallysomething special. Executive Chef AmyVisco is an award winner who has receivedlocal and national attention for combiningorganic ingredients into her creative menu.This restaurant may become one of yourfavorites — if it’s not already.

Karl Cole, OrganistFriday, March 302:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.Woodlands CommonsOrganist Karl Cole returns for his fifth per-formance at Shell Point. Karl is well knownnationally for his fifty years of entertainmentabilities on the theatre organ. He’s also anaccomplished church organist and has playedat The Village Church services. On Mr. Cole’slast performance, he was joined by a charmingtraveling companion, who hilariously stole theshow. An invitation has been extended for herto return to accompany Karl and we hope shewill accept. Let’s welcome them back!

“Artsensation” Fisherman’s Village Waterfront MallSaturday, March 319:00 a.m. Court pickup4:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $7.00 (Lunch on your own)This all-day Art Festival features music,dance, and hands-on learning. At every turn,participants may see something that capturestheir imagination and attention. It may bethe marina, the restaurants, the boutiquesloaded with special and one-of-a-kind items –or simply the displays of the crafters whoproudly show off their creations. Wear yourwalking shoes and enjoy a day that will fea-ture something for everyone!


SUNDAY9:00 Christian Studies (WDL)9:15 Christian Life Studies (VC)10:15 Morning Worship

(Also broadcast on CH 12)1:15 Mixer Golf League3:00 CD Surround Sound (Mar 4, 18)6:15 Evening Service

MONDAY8:45 Lap Robes (Mar 5, 19)9:15 Billiards9:15 Pottery10:15 Parkinson’s Enrichment (Mar 5)10:15 Great Books (Mar 12, 26)1:00 Mah-jongg1:15 SPOT Auditions (Mar 5)1:15 Scrabble1:15 Advanced Table Tennis1:15 Shuffleboard1:15 Tone Chimes 1:30 New Resident Orientation (Mar 26)2:00 Beading Club3:00 Bible Study (ARB)7:00 Pinochle7:00 Duplicate Bridge

TUESDAY8:15 Women’s Golf League9:15 Stamp Project10:15 Low Vision (Mar 13)12:00 AARP Tax Aides12:45 Duplicate Bridge

1:00 Mixed Progressive Pairs Bridge1:45 Recorders2:15 Environmental Group (Mar 6)3:30 Library Book Talk (Mar 27)6:45 Hymn Sing (Mar 6)

WEDNESDAY7:45 Men’s Bible Study8:45 Resident Council (Mar 7)9:00 Geraci Travel9:15 Watercolor Group9:45 Ladies’ Bible Study10:15 Fishing Club (Mar 28)11:00 Computer Q & A/WDL (Mar 14)11:15 Computer Q & A/IS (Mar 28)11:15 Movie Group (Mar 14)1:00 Chess1:15 Beginner/Intermediate Table Tennis2:15 Huggie Hearts2:15 Knitter’s Anonymous (Mar 21)2:30 Jazz ‘n Stuff3:00 Bible Study (KC)5:45 VC Choir Rehearsal7:15 Bible Study & Prayer

THURSDAY8:00 Men’s Golf League 9:30 Current Events 10:00 Bocce Ball10:15 Online Investors (Mar 15)10:45 Line Dancing12:00 AARP Tax Aides1:15 SPOT Play Readers (Mar 1, 15)

1:15 Mac User Club (Mar. 1)2:00 Mended Hearts (Mar 22)2:00 Environmental Group (Mar 22)2:15 Handwork (Mar 8, 22)2:15 Photo Club (Mar 8)2:15 Computer Club (Mar 15)7:00 Trailblazers Bible Study

FRIDAY9:15 Stamp Project10:15 Genealogy (Mar 9) 10:15 Inquiring Minds1:15 Fit & Healthy1:00 Mixed Progressive Pairs Bridge1:15 Quilters1:15 Advanced Table Tennis1:30 Vespers (ARB)1:45 Bird Enthusiasts (Mar 9)2:15 SP Artists (Mar 16)2:45 Vespers (KC)3:15 Couples Ballroom Dancing3:15 Great Decisions (Mar 2, 16)5:00 Meet, Greet & Eat Social6:45 Game Night

SATURDAY8:00 Adopt-a-Road (Mar 17)9:00 Coffee Social9:30 Mr. Goodboot (Mar 3, 17)9:45 Bridge – Supervised Play 10:00 Info Technology (Mar 10)1:00 Chess1:30 SPOT Auditions (Mar 3)7:00 Duplicate Bridge

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Sign-up required for this activity. Call Island (454-2282) or Woodlands (454-2054 or 454-2057)

Walking up and down stairs

The following activities are planned by a variety of groups. All Shell Point residents are welcome to attend. Check your current Weekly Reminder or watch SPTV for locations and/or changes.

EVENTS • PROGRAMS • PARTIES • MOVIES • OUTINGS • EXCURSIONS

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SAVE THE DATE: April 1 Taylor University Choir in concert at the Village Church on Sunday, April 1 at 6:15 p.m.


MarchEvents

Becky Foster, stylist at the Arbor Salon, presented Gertrude Stiles with asalon gift certificate and a single beautiful rose for a beautiful woman.Residents also enjoyed birthday cake in honor of her 100th birthday.

Katie Amstutz selects a dessert from the special sweet treats preparedfor the King's Crown Valentine's Day dinner.

FRI ........2 ........Lunch Trip to The British Open Pub w/Arbor (L) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10:45 a.m.

SAT ......3 ........Songs to Remember, duo (A) . . . . . . .1:00 p.m.MON ....5 ........Movie: The Sound of Music (MP) . . .1:00 p.m.MON ....5 ........Paul Kulas, instrumentals (A) . . . . . . .6:00 p.m.THU......8 ........Tune Toppers, jazz trio (A) . . . . . . . . .2:00 p.m.SAT ......10........Leslie Gregory, harpist (A) . . . . . . . . .1:00 p.m.WED ....14........Tom Cannon, singer (A) . . . . . . . . . . .1:00 p.m.SAT ......17........Carol Driscoll (A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1:00 p.m.MON....19........Lunch Trip to The Island Cow

w/Arbor (L) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10:15 a.m.MON....19........Golden Road Quartet (A) . . . . . . . . . .7:00 p.m.THU ....22........Tune Toppers, jazz trio (A) . . . . . . . . .2:00 p.m.MON....26........Maple Sugar Serenaders (A) . . . . . . . .3:00 p.m.WED ....28........Fiddlin’ Bill, singer (A) . . . . . . . . . . . .1:00 p.m.SAT ......31........Tommy Barr, singer, guitarist (A) . . . .2:00 p.m.

THUR....1............Armchair Travel w/Wanda Slayton: The Galapagos & Midway Atoll (CMR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2:00 p.m.

FRI ........2............Lunch Trip to The British Open Pubw/King’s Crown (1FL) . . . . . . . . .11:00 a.m.

FRI ........2............Songs to Remember (CMR) . . . . . . .3:00 p.m.TUES ....6............Leslie Gregory, harpist (2FM . . . . . . .2:00 p.m.MON ..12 ..........Vivian Aiello, violinist . . . . . . . . . . . .4:00 p.m.THUR ..15 ..........Tune Toppers (CMR) . . . . . . . . . . . .3:00 p.m.FRI ........16 ..........Cornerstone Children’s Co-Op

(CMR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3:00 p.m.MON ....19 ..........Lunch Trip to The Island Cow Eatery

w/King’s Crown (1FL) . . . . . . . . .10:30 a.m.FRI ........23 ..........Cele Fox Art Show Begins (2FM)MON ....26 ..........Maple Sugar Serenaders (2FM) . . . . .6:30 p.m.WED ....28 ..........Fiddlin’ Bill (CMR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3:00 p.m.THUR ..29 ..........Laugh Along w/Millie (CMR) . . . . .2:15 p.m.

MON ......5 ..........Carol Driscoll, keyboards (2D) ......10:00 a.m.

MON ......5 ..........Music Trio (3A) ..............................10:30 a.m.

THUR ....8 ..........Tommy Barr, guitar (2D) ................10:00 a.m.

THUR....15 ........St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon

Reservations required (MDR) ....11:15 a.m.

MON ....19 ........Music Trio (3A) ..............................10:30 a.m.

THUR....22 ........Fiddlin’ Bill, fiddle (3A)..................10:00 a.m.

THUR....29 ........Tom Cannon (2D) ..........................10:00 a.m.

THE ARBORKING’S CROWN

LARSEN PAVILION

Annual Library Fund DriveKicks Off in March


The Larsen Pavilion Auxiliary and the Shell Point Library both provide servicesto Shell Point residents seven days a week, year-round. Recently new leadershave taken charge of these groups, which are the two largest volunteer organizations hereat Shell Point.

Bobbi Brown (Nautilus), Larsen PavilionAuxiliary president, ended her term of officeby passing the gavel to the new incomingpresident, Bill Maruchi (Lakewood), onJanuary 10. Bobbi was a dedicated and pas-sionate president, who did a wonderful jobrepresenting the Pavilion Auxiliary. Beforeshe retired and came to Shell Point, Bobbiwas an executive recruiter. Congratulationsare also extended to Bill Maruchi, who hasthe distinguished honor of being the firstmale president of the Larsen PavilionAuxiliary!

Lois Kessler (Sundial), who has been theHead Librarian of the Shell Point Main

Library for the last ten years, was hon-ored with a retirement luncheon onJanuary 30. Lois also served as a volun-teer in the Library for two years prior totaking the Head Librarian position. Loispoured her heart and soul into theLibrary and it really shows! MarilynHooper (Lucina) now holds the distin-guished honor of becoming the HeadLibrarian. With fourteen years volun-teering at the Sanibel Library, Marilynbrings many skills to her new position.Please stop in and meet her.

Volunteers Pass the Baton of LeadershipB Y C A R O L E F A U X , V O L U N T E E R C O O R D I N A T O R

The Shell Point Library is celebrating its 35th year of service to the community!With over 8,000 items in its collection, the Library is important to Shell Pointresidents, and is financed solely by their generous contributions. This operation isstaffed by over 70 resident volunteers.

The Library’s annual fund drive begins on March 7 and continues for two weeks. Thedonations received enable our Library to purchase the latest large and regular print books,talking books, DVDs and CDs, as well as daily newspapers and financial publications.

Your tax deductible donation will keep the Library collection current and growing.Early in March, all residents will receive a letter outlining the details of the fund drive.Please be as generous as possible during the annual fund drive, from March 7 to 21, 2007.

Paula Kerger has recently beenappointed president and CEO ofPublic Broadcasting Service, where shedirects the operations of the nation’slargest non-commercial broadcastingservice. PBS is comprised of 354 mem-ber stations, including the local station,WGCU-FM.

Ms. Kerger will make a two-day stopin Southwest Florida, and, as a part ofour ongoing Academy collaborationwith WGCU Public Media, Shell Pointresidents have a rare opportunity to hearabout the goals and challenges of publicbroadcasting from its new president.Please register to take part in this uniqueopportunity, which will take place onThursday, March 8, at 2:00 p.m. in theGrand Cypress Room/WDL.

Paula Kerger joined the PublicBroadcasting Service (PBS) as its sixthpresident and chief executive officer inMarch, 2006. Prior to joining PBS, Ms.Kerger was vice chairman of AmericanPublic Television and vice chairman ofthe Association of Public BroadcastingStations of New York.

She is a founding trustee of thePBS Foundation and former chairmanof the PBS Development AdvisoryCommittee. In 1997 she received theOutstanding Grassroots AdvocateAward from the Association ofAmerican Public Televisions Stations(APTS). In 2000, she received theFrances P. Schuman Award from theNational Friends of Public Broadcastingand in 2001 was named PBS Develop-ment Professional of the Year.

In 2005, Ms. Kerger was named tothe Women’s Forum, an organization of300 leading women in the professions,arts and business life of New York.

Paula Kerger New President ofPBS Visits Shell Point

Marilyn Hooper accepts new position as newHead Librarian from Lois Kessler who retired after

ten years of service to the Shell Point Library

Bobbi Brown and Bill Maruchi

B Y B U N N Y K U P S A W , L A K E W O O D

& R I C K I E C O L E M A N , C A M E O


A few years before my retirement in1989, I was attending a watercolorclass and was asked to take over teachingthe class while the instructor was out due toillness. This was an adult education class atthe Allegheny Community College, nearPittsburgh. In my usual half joking - halfserious manner, I overcame my opening-night jitters and found that the class wasactually following my instructions andseemed to enjoy my style of teaching.

Since that beginning I have taughtmany groups over the years, some as youngas fourth grade school children, but mostlysenior citizens. Those two extremes have alot in common, as most are trying to paintwith watercolors for the first time. Forexample, in my four years here at ShellPoint, I have had both structured classesand informal groups of people who are unit-ed by a common interest in watercolor.Almost everyone says they are a beginner,although many have had some experiencedrawing or painting in another medium,and just wanted to try something new.

My time with the current Wednesday

morning watercolor group of eight or tenstudents is shared between painting on aproject of my own, working with individu-als who call on me for assistance, or occa-sionally demonstrating a technique byactually leading the group through a wholepainting, step-by-step. Through these exer-cises I try to encourage more freedom ofexpression and boldness in the process,through use of rich, dark colors and largerbrushes. Timidity is common among begin-ners, and it shows itself by use of weak anduncertain colors, a tendency to overworktroublesome areas, and fussing over unim-portant details that might often be betterleft out.

My personal reward for the time Ispend in the art studio is in watching indi-viduals develop their skills. A comparisonbetween many of today’s student effortsand paintings by the same individual a yearor so ago often shows amazing progress. Mystudents never seem to be quite satisfiedwith their work—frankly, I too, often feel Icould do a better job, that’s what keeps uscoming back.

As long as I can keep a step or twoahead of the group and feel that I reallyhave something to offer them, I’ll be therefor my students. Except for the occasionalschedule conflict, or at times when I’maway teaching watercolor on a cruise ship,you’ll find me in the art studio everyWednesday morning around 8:45. There’sno charge for attending this group session,but I do expect everyone to bring adequatematerials to work with. If you think youmight like to join us, why not stop in firstand see what’s going on? As long as there’sroom, all are welcome.

B Y P H I L H I L T O N , R O S E M O N T

Teaching is its Own Personal Reward

Barbara Spoehr (Rosemont) observes a water-color technique as demonstrated by residentartist and instructor, Phil Hilton.

PHOTO BY CHUCK DURREL

Now that March has arrived, it’stime to do some “spring clean-ing.” The first-ever Shell Point BicycleRodeo is being organized to help iden-tify bikes that are no longer being

used, those that areunsafe or in need ofrepair, and unregis-tered bikes. Theseunwanted or unus-able bicycles will

be refurbished by volunteers at theAmerican Veterans Post 81, who willoffer the repaired bikes to children ofneedy families. Your Resident Councilrepresentative will assist in identify-ing old bicycles for this project. Thebikes will then be inventoried, tagged,and removed by the Vet volunteersthe week of March 12 throughMarch 16. Thanks for assisting us inthis worthy cause.

Jump start your weekend by attend-ing the Friday Meet, Greet, & Eat Socialin the Woodlands Commons. Stop by at5:00 p.m. to enjoy free appetizers, greatpiano renditions of your favorite tunes, anda getting-to-know-you crowd that’s seekingfriendly socializing. If you recall the old daysof FAC (Friday Afternoon Club), then you’llenjoy the MGE (Meet, Greet and Eat)!

MARCH HOSTS & PIANISTS:

Friday, March 2Host: Dianne Morton; Piano: John Bendall

Friday, March 9Hosts: Karen Anderson, Gina Banasiak;

Piano: Pat Specht

Friday, March 16Hosts: Mike Mongoven, Russ Reider;

Piano: Dot Whiteman salutes St. Patrick’sDay with Irish tunes on the keyboards

Friday, March 23Host: Robyn Church;

Piano: Pat Specht

Friday, March 30Host: Dawn Boren;Piano: John Bendall

FRIDAY MEET, GREET & EAT SOCIALIt’s Round-Up Time!

Join Shell Point’sFirst Bicycle Rodeo


The American Dietetic Associationdesignates March of each year asNational Nutrition Month®. The purposeof this campaign is to provide the generalpublic with valuable, credible, and timelynutrition education and information.

This year’s theme is “100% Fad Free.”How can this possibly relate to you in youreveryday life? One of the best things onecan learn is to be on the alert for food andnutrition misinformation. Unreliable infor-mation can be hazardous to your health, aswell as to your wallet. Newspapers and mag-azines carry stories about new research stud-ies almost daily, and the findings are often inconflict with other studies. Which one iscorrect? There are always new books writtenby celebrities, fitness experts, and otherswho often have no training in nutrition orscience. Is the information presented cor-rect, or is the author just trying to sell aproduct? There are many new productsadvertised and placed on store shelves, alongwith dietary supplements and weight lossproducts, which are sometimes advertised as

being able to prevent or cure disease. Howdo we know if they really do what they areadvertised to do? If a claim sounds too goodto be true, it likely is, and you should at leastbe suspicious.

Misinformation presented to the con-sumer can lead to making incorrect general-izations about the health benefits of food,supplements, or other products. TheAmerican Dietetic Association encouragesinformation that is accurate, balanced,offers a healthful skepticism, provides prac-tical consumer advice, and presents reportsthat reflect sound scientific principles. You,as consumers, should pay special attentionto claims made about a product or diet andthe qualifications of the source. This canhelp to protect your health and save money.

The American Dietetic Association isthe world’s largest organization of food andnutrition professionals. There are current-ly two registered licensed dietitians and oneregistered dietetic technician on the ShellPoint Hospitality Services staff, helping toensure your healthy dining.

Leonard Bernstein was once askedwhich instrument in the orchestra isthe most difficult to play. He was quoted asreplying, “Second fiddle.”

Valerie grew up in life with two strongmotivations — becoming an elementaryschool teacher and finding a suitable out-let for her music. She graduated from col-lege with honors and landed her first jobteaching fourth grade. By her second year,she had time for her avocation — music.She didn’t play second fiddle — it was thecello — second cello, much of the time.For Valerie, it was just right. It was hercity’s symphony orchestra that attractedher and held her attention throughout herteaching career.

Remarkably, she retired from the sameschool district where she began. Assetaccumulation and saving for retirementwere important in her mind, and savingwas easy.

Valerie eventually inherited the familyfarm, moved back, and leased the acreage.

Valerie’s good financial management and afrugal lifestyle found her retirement yearswith a home fully paid for, 1,600 acres offarmland under lease, and a comfortableretirement package from her school district.She never married and always thought ofher extended family as being her church,the symphony, and her favorite charitableorganizations.

The gift planning specialist at one ofthose charities arranged to meet with herto assist in setting up a life estate agree-ment, with respect to her home. The planalso included gifts, by Will, for one siblingwho needed assistance, her church, andher favorite charities. Have you madesuch a plan? If you need some assistance inthinking through how to benefit yourfamily and extended family, the LegacyFoundation is ready to assist you. Pleasecontact Jeff Cory, CFP, ExecutiveDirector, at 466-8484 for a free, no-obliga-tion consultation, or to learn more aboutthe many benefits of philanthropy.

March is 2007 National Nutrition Month®

B Y L I N D A R A K O S , R D , L DA S S I S T A N T H O S P I T A L I T Y S E R V I C E S D I R E C T O R

She Played Second FiddleThe Benefits of PhilanthropyB Y J E F F C O R Y , L E G A C Y F O U N D A T I O N

The Arbor mezzanine is becominga popular place for artists suchas nationally renowned calligrapher,Timothy Botts, to display their works.Now we are proud to extend an invita-tion to attend an Art Show featuringthe work of Arbor resident Cele Fox.This collection of works will be on dis-play on the second floor mezzaninefrom March 23 to April 20. Pleasestop by and enjoy the work of yetanother talented Shell Point artist.

Arbor Artistry


The calories were too high to count,when the Arbor held its first Staff Bake-Off last month. Twelve delicious entrieswere whipped up by eleven staff members,including Sandee Weber, BettyHesselgesser, Amy Claudio,Debbie Longbrake, DianeZamberletti, Janeth Renza,Vergenmina Barros, KirstenBarber, Alida Estrada, AmyOstrander and Rita Southern.The sweet treats ranged fromRed Velvet Cupcakes toCinnamon Swirl Bread.

Resident Judges MarionTuttle, Joseph Joeschl, andDorothy Whiteman had thepleasure of tasting each andevery one of the twelve entries, and by thetime they made it to the last entry, theywere stuffed to the gills!

It was a tough job, but they bravelyforged ahead, and came up with a consen-sus. The first place winner was a member ofthe Arbor nursing staff, Amy Ostrander,

with her recipe for ChocolateChip Raspberry Crumb Bars.Amy received a gift certificate toWilliams-Sonoma and a certifi-cate of participation. In fact,every baker who entered this funand tasty competition received acertificate of participation, as athank you memento of theirfine baking skills. While thejudges were taste testing, hun-gry audience members wereserved plates piled high with asample of each yummy entry.

So by the end of the afternoon, everyonewas full of the sweet concoctions — and yes,probably ruined their dinner!

Amy Ostrander Takes Top Prize in Arbor Staff Bake-OffB Y R A C H A E L D U L A , A R B O R A C T I V I T I E S L E A D E R

Make your plans early to celebratean Easter Sunday Brunch in the CrystalRoom, where an extensive buffet will bethe bill of fare from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.The brunch will include a carved meatstation, baked ham, roast lamb, andbaked salmon; an assortment of hol-iday favorite vegetables; and anarray of desserts on thedessert buffet table. Theextensive salad bar and aselection of breakfastitems will also be available.

Seating in the CrystalRoom is based on the avail-ability of tables. Parties ofsix or more can be accom-modated in the Social

Center; however, you must make a reserva-tion before Saturday, March 31. The samemenu will be offered in both locations. Call454-2199 or see a dining room hostess for

reservations and additional informa-tion. The buffet price is $15.24 inboth dining areas, and the Passportdining plan may be used.

If you prefer dining in your ownhome, the Family Feast meal is once

again available from the CrystalRoom. This traditional Easter

meal is prepared for you andready to generously

serve 8 people. Thefeast includes awhole roastedturkey or baked

ham, potatoes, gravy, vegetable, and cran-berry or raisin sauce. The price is $45.99 forham and $41.99 for turkey. If you prefer,the deluxe feast includes your choice of acoconut cake or lemon meringue pie andone dozen dinner rolls, along with theturkey or ham dinner, for an additional $6.Orders must be placed before March 31 andwill be ready for pickup at the CrystalRoom on Easter Sunday. Call 454-2199 orstop in to place your order with a diningroom hostess.

Easter Sunday Dining HoursIsland Café: 7:00 – 11:00 a.m.

Crystal Room: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Palm Grill: Closed

Celebrate Easter Sunday in The Crystal RoomB Y L I N D A R A K O S , A S S I S T A N T H O S P I T A L I T Y S E R V I C E S D I R E C T O R

Judges Dot Whiteman, Joseph Joeschl, and MarionTuttle shared the “grueling” task of tasting alleleven sweet-baked entries.

Amy Ostrander holds herWIlliams-Sonoma gift

certificate after winningfirst place for her

Chocolate Chip RaspberryCrumb Bars


The Academy at Shell Point, in col-laboration with The Village Church, ispleased to present a lecture series onTuesday, March 6, with notedphysician, futurist, and educator,Dr. Richard A. Swenson, M.D.This free lecture series is open toeveryone!

This Academy presentation(FLL27: A Futurist Discusses theWorld of Tomorrow) takes placefrom 9:15 to 11:30 a.m. in theChurch Auditorium. Dr. Swensenis a best-selling author and award-winning educator, who will be dis-cussing his current focus on cultur-al medicine, researching the inter-section of health and culture. Hisfourfold emphasis includes thefuture of the world system, Westernculture, faith, and healthcare, and certain-ly has something to interest everyone.

Following the morning presentation,attendees are invited to return to theChurch Auditorium to take part in Dr.

Swensen’s Panel Discussion withQ & A (Academy Class FLL28),which will be held at 7:15 p.m.

Richard A. Swenson, M.D.,received a B.S. in physics fromDenison University and an M.D.from the University of IllinoisSchool of Medicine. Followingfive years of private practice, in1982 Dr. Swenson accepted ateaching position as AssociateClinical Professor with theUniversity of Wisconsin MedicalSchool-Department of FamilyMedicine, where he taught for fif-teen years. As a physician, his cur-rent focus is cultural.

Dr. Swenson has traveled to over fiftycountries, including a year of study in

Europe and medical work in developingcountries. His emphasis in medicine andfuturism is both global and broadly inte-grative. He has presented widely, includingnational and international settings, to awide variety of professional, educational,medical, governmental, and managementgroups, as well as to members of theUnited Nations, Congress and thePentagon. Among the many books thatDr. Swenson has written, these are to benoted: Margins, Overload Syndrome,Hurtling Toward Oblivion, A Minute ofMargin, and More that Meets the Eye. Don’tmiss this stimulating and informative pres-entation, featuring one of the leading edu-cators of our day.

This is the third in a series of articles profilingthe birds selected for each building name atEagles Preserve.

THE BELTED KINGFISHER B Y B I L L S A U N D E R S , T U R B A N

The Belted Kingfisher is the only Kingfisher throughout mostof the U.S. For us in South Florida the bird is a migrant, appearingfall until spring. However, in Northern Florida, some of this speciesstays year-round, nesting and breeding there.

In almost all bird species the male is the more strikingly colored,while the female is plainer, so she is less conspicuous on the nest. TheBelted Kingfisher is a notable exception to that rule. Both male andfemale have a slate blue head, back, and breast band, with a white col-lar and belly. Additionally, the female has a rust-colored belly band thatis very distinctive.

The bird is approximately thirteen inches in length, is stocky withshort legs, and has a large head and bill. The Belted Kingfisher is oftenseen along streams, rivers, and ponds. In fact, it lives its life aroundwater. It hovers over the water or watches from a low perch and thenplunges head-first into the water to catch its prey, which is mostlymade up of small fish. With the exception of Terns, the Kingfisher isthe only small bird that plunge- dives into the water for food. It is veryterritorial and it is believed to mate for life

The Belted Kingfisher is plentiful around inland water sourcesin South Florida, so if you are taking a drive to Miami along old US41, notice all the Kingfishers on the power lines along the roadwhere ditches are filled with water.

Dr. RichardSwensen,Futurist,

Physician,Researcher,

Author,Educator

There’s nothing better than being a grandparent and Fritzand Jean Knox of Lakewood love every minute of it. On a recenttrip to New York to visit family, they had the opportunity to gointo their grandsons’ classroom forGrandparents’ Day to read to all the students.

They read the book Noelle, The Bulldogby Gloria Estafan.

“I felt right at home,” said Jean, who wasan elementary school teacher for thirty years.

One of the unique things about the Fritz’sgrandsons is that they are nine-year oldtriplets: Jared, Tyler, and Kyle.

Lots ofTots!

The triplets in 2003


One look at theanteater, aardvark,or anhinga will evokea chuckle. All of cre-ation is distinct andunique, especially peo-

ple! Yes, people are only ordinary until youget to know them; then they become unique.You may have heard of the old Quaker cou-ple who were sitting together reading thepaper. He said to her, “Sometimes me thinksthe whole world is strange but me and thee –and sometimes me wonders about thee.”People differ in so many ways, from the shapeof their heads to the size of their feet. Skintones, values, motivations, gifts, perspectives— are all unique. Yet in our uniqueness, westill have far more in common than we havein distinction.

During the last half century, our Americanculture has increasingly valued individuality.Shell Point is no different. This emphasisupon self-focus and self-fulfillment leads tocomparison. Sometimes you may draw rathersuperficial distinctions in order to distanceyourself from others. Most of the time, you justquietly notice the difference and keep theemphasis on the positive. Comparison createswalls and chasms. In Eugene H. Peterson’s,The Message, he paraphrases II Cor. 10:12:“But in all this comparing and grading andcompeting, [we] quite miss the point.”

Scientists tell us that 99 percent of thegenetic code for all the worlds’ people isthe same. It is that 1 percent that accountsfor all our “differentness?” With so much incommon, why could we find it difficult toget along? Some time ago I came across this

amusing little poem by Herbert Merrill. Ithelps put our differences into perspectivewith God’s acceptance.

My aunt, at grace, would call the rollof abstract blessings we possessed,including the immortal soul, and chances foreternal rest. My uncle, on the other hand,would stress the weather and the wheat,and offer thanks for bottom land and whatwe were about to eat. It struck me then asfairly clear they had two different scales ofworth, but neither of them thought it queerthat one liked Heaven, one the Earth;and, though a small boy found it odd,I doubt that it bewildered God.

— Herbert Merrill.

Let’s be “bridge builders” instead of creat-ing chasms. Vive la Difference!

B Y P A S T O R K E N N E S S E L R O A D E , T H E V I L L A G E C H U R C H

Elaine Nesselroade, wife of SeniorPastor, Ken Nesselroade of TheVillage Church, will share her personalexperiences of Mali, West Africa, onWednesday, March 21, at 10:15 a.m.in the church Hospitality Room. Kenand Elaine recently visited their son,Dan, and his wife, Marcy, who nowserve at the newly-opened hospital inKoutiala, Mali.

Mali, which means “hippo - the bigone,” is the largest country in WestAfrica. Bordered by seven other coun-tries, the northern region extends intothe arid Sahara desert, while in the cen-tral Sahel area, life follows the cycles ofthe Niger River, providing more vegeta-tion. This ancient civilization is now oneof the poorest countries in the world.The population consists of many ethnic

groups and has reached the 13 millionmark, yet the annual income is under$900. The infant mortality rate is high,where one in five children born will diein the first five years.

On this recent trip to Mali, Elaineexperienced many “heart moments,”from the time she stepped off the planeuntil departure. Visiting the Women’sand Children’s hospital daily cut a deepand lasting impression into her heart, aswell as the wonderful memories to becherished with her family and grand-daughters during her short visit.

Elaine has served alongside her hus-band, Ken for 38 years in varied min-istries, and has gained a compassionateheart for society. She walks serenely, yetwarmly, among the people. In theLarsen Pavilion, she ministers with aloving touch and encouraging words tothe residents. Now, you are invited tojoin Elaine, as she shares with us herMali “Heart Moments.”

Women’sMinistriesPresents:

Mali —Momentsfrom a

Mother’s Heart

Jump into Spring when the ShellPoint Singers, directed by RandyWoods, present their Spring Concert,featuring music from the AmericanSongbook on Tuesday evening, March27, at 7:15 p.m. in the church auditori-um. Our country’s music is as diverse asits people, and the music for this pro-gram will represent that diversity.

Selections for this concert includeStephen Foster’s “Jeanie with the LightBrown Hair;” Glenn Miller’s popular bigband tune, “Chattanooga Choo Choo;”Luigi Zaninelli’s arrangement of three folksongs – “Shenandoah,” “Skip to My Lou,”and “Sweet Betsy From Pike.” WendellWhalum’s popular setting of the Afro-American spiritual “The Lily of the Valley”will also be presented. In keeping with thistheme, Shell Point’s own Jazz & Stuff, ledby Bill Johns (Lakewood) will perform sev-eral selections and lead the audience in asing-along of some favorite music.

There is sure to be a song on this pro-gram that will make you want to sing.Join us as your friends and neighbors,The Shell Point Singers, present anothergreat evening of music.

Elaine Nesselroade shares her experiencesfrom a recent trip toMali, West Africa onMarch 21 at 10:15a.m. in the churchHospitality Room

Shell Point Singers’ Spring Concert

The American Songbook

CRAFT SHOW 2007 Open House

In spite of the cool and rainyweather, the Shell Point OpenHouse was a great success.

In fact, according to DavidMoreland, vice president of sales, theweather may have actually helped us.

“We find that on a day when theweather is rainy and cool, a lot of visi-tors who were just looking for some-thing fun to do stay home. And thepeople who attend tend to be reallyinterested in learning more about ourproduct,” he commented after theevent wrapped up.

An estimated crowd of about 2,500 potentialnew neighbors enjoyed the informative seminars,some music and touchable bird and animal displaysin the park, as well as several busy food stations.Thanks to the hard work of the many volunteers andthe graciousness of the residents, the 2007 OpenHouse was another successful event.

Last month the Shell Point Artists, underthe leadership of Rosemont resident BarbaraHilton, presented the very first craft show tobe held in our community. Twenty-fourartists took part in the event, with a wonder-ful variety of handmade items displayed forsale in the Grand Cypress Room at TheWoodlands. The sales were brisk, and theartists generously donated a percentage oftheir “take” to the Gift Shop on The Island,where their artwork and crafts can be foundall year ‘round for your shopping pleasure.Congratulations, artists, on a job well done!

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Shell Point Life March 2007