Shell Point Life May 2007

May 2007Vol. 2 Issue 5

2 Shell Point Life | May 2007

A MAY BOUQUETBy Lynn Schneider, Editor

ON TH E CO V E R

We’re celebrating the fifth

anniversary of the Shell Point Golf

Club. This entire issue is dedicated to

the game and is filled with numerous

stories about our championship

course and the golfers who play it.

Sunday, May 13, is the day that

families everywhere will be celebrating

Mother’s Day. A special day that allows

us the opportunity to thank the women

in our lives for their love, support, and

encouragement through the years. Here

at Shell Point, residents can enjoy a

morning worship service at The Village Church, followed by a spe-

cial brunch at the Crystal Dining Room. See page 3 for details.

I am especially looking forward to this Mother’s Day because

my own mother, Barbara Milligan, has moved to Florida and now

lives in Periwinkle at Shell Point. Having her here at Shell Point is

a wonderful blessing, and it means so much to our entire family to

know that she is nearby and living in such a wonderful community.

Other families who will be cele-

brating Mother’s Day together include

Joseph and Dorothy Grapes of

Macoma and their daughter Gayle

Richardson who moved to Shell Point

in 2005 with her husband, Laurence;

and Rae Burrows of Lucina and her

mother Liz, who lives in King’s Crown.

They are just a small example of

the surprising number of second and

third generation families we have liv-

ing here. Frequently, resi-

dents have moved to Shell

Point because their parents

received such wonderful care.

Often they end up living here at

the same time.

Such is the case of Dr. Jim and

Kitty Arter who moved into

Tellidora on October 15, 1986. Jim’s

mother, Martha Arter Zimmerman,

had moved into Tellidora back in

July of 1969, and her positive experi-

ence made such an impression on

the Arters they followed her to Shell

Point. Mrs.

Zimmerman

lived at Shell Point for 19 years, and the

Arters are still here today, enjoying the

benefits of their decision so many years

ago.

So, for all the mothers and grand-

mothers, sisters and aunts, who live at

Shell Point today, we wish each and every

one of you a very Happy Mother’s Day!

A monthly publication for the residents of Shell Point Retirement Community.

Editor Lynn SchneiderAssistant Editor Kathy NordmanArt Director Rich CerrinaGraphic Designer Wendy Iverson

Your ideas and suggestions are welcome. Please submit in writing to Lynn Schneider at Shell Point Welcome Center.

Staff ContributorsRobyn Church, Chris Bright, Gene McGonigle, Renee Bittner, Teri Kollath, Millie Kuehn, Linda Rakos, Randy Woods, Rita Southern,Rachael Dula, Carol Cooper, Dawn Boren,Dianne Allen, Elizabeth Brown, Larry Fose, MikeMongoven, Jim Carpenter, Mark Jacobs

Resident ContributorsBill Saunders, Rickie Coleman, Lucille Porteus,Harold Seer, Connie Curtain, Peggy Holton

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

Alice Armstrong (Coquina) liveswith her daughter Cathy. Theymoved to Shell Point in 2007, andare originally from Boston.

Dorothy Grapes (Macoma) with her daughter GayleRIchardson (Cellana). Gayle moved to Shell Point in2005; she is originally from Montville, New Jersey.

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It’s time to celebrate mothers,so make your plans now to joinus at the Crystal Room on Sunday,May 13, for a delicious Mother’s DayBrunch.

The menu will offer the Crystal’sdelicious homemade soup; an exten-sive salad bar; assorted brunch items,including pancakes, eggs Benedict,bacon, and breakfast breads.

The main entreé will include acarving station, featuring roast sirloinof beef, plus stuffed chicken breast,and crusted baked cod.

A variety of satisfying hot vegeta-bles will accompany the meal. Anddon’t forget dessert! The large dessertbuffet will feature a variety of deli-cious pastries, cakes, and pies.

All of the ladies will receive acomplimentary flower in honor ofthis special day.

The Crystal Room will be openfrom 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., andthe price of the buffet is $15.24 perperson. The entire staff invites youand your family to join us for a mem-orable meal.

My Mother Is…

A very special lady who cares so very much,

A sweet and gentle smile, a soft and warming touch.

She is always there to lend a helping hand.

If I have a problem, I know she’ll understand.

She’s there to always guide me and to help me on my way.

She wiped my many tears and brightened up my day.

My Mother Is…

A strong and steady beacon upon a rocky shore

Who lights the path before me, this Mother I adore.

She is honest, sympathetic and sensitive too.

She warms my heart when I am sad and blue.

She cares little about the need of wealth and fame.

She’s a pillar of the community, a well-respected name.

My Mother Is…

An angel sent from God’s great Heaven above

Who has given me her undivided love.

She has taught me to be truthful, and to do my very best.

As far as mothers go, she’s way above the rest.

She’s a fair and trusting lady with a smile in her heart.

I’d like to tell her how I feel but don’t know where to start.

By Linda Hicks, Larsen Pavilion Activities Director

Enjoy Brunch in the Crystal RoomSomething Special Every Mother Will Love

Happy Mother’s Day

Debbie Dalrymple, Crystal Dining Room Supervisor


For the past twelve years, ourvery own food sampling event,known as Taste of Shell Point, hasgiven Shell Point residents anopportunity to see and tastenumerous food products on dis-play and talk with the representa-tives who sell them. This year’sTaste takes place on Wednesday,May 16, from 2 – 4 p.m. in theSocial Center. All residents arewelcome to join several hundredof their friends and neighbors whonormally attend this enjoyableevent. Brokers of numerous foodmanufacturers will have exhibit tables, setup to provide complimentary food samples,along with information about their prod-ucts. Representatives from severalHospitality Services dining locations willalso be on hand to answer any questionsabout our services, as well as displayingfood samples and menus.

The Taste of Shell Point is sponsoredjointly by the Hospitality ServicesDepartment and Shell Point’s major foodpurveyor, U.S. Foodservice, of Tampa,Florida. Linda Rakos, assistant director, andEthel Hubbard, operations manager, will beoverseeing the event. U.S. FoodserviceTerritory Manager and local sales represen-

tative for Shell Point, Chuck VanNess, has arranged for the food bro-kers to provide some new, as well asfamiliar, products for your enjoy-ment. The food brokers donate and

personally prepare all of the food samplesexhibited for your tasting pleasure. Pleasestop at the reception table as you enter toregister, and receive a ticket to be eligible fordoor prizes, which will be awarded through-out the event. Mark your calendar for May16, and plan to come and have an enjoyableafternoon with us in the Social Center.

YOU ARE INVITED TO THETASTE OF SHELL POINT 2007 B Y L I N D A R A K O S , A S S I S T A N T D I R E C T O R H O S P I T A L I T Y S E R V I C E S

Paula Kerger, the new president and CEOof Public Broadcasting Service, spoke atThe Academy at Shell Point on her recenttrip to Florida.

Paula Kerger thanks Norman and Nancy Beecher of Tellidora fortheir support of WGCU Public Media.

Teri Kollath, resort services manager; Paul Kerger, president and CEO of PBS;Dr. Kathleen Davey, dean of academic and media technology services at FGCU;and Dawn Boren, director of resident life for Shell Point.

Ms. Kerger was greeted by a full house of Shell Point residents andmembers of the WGCU listening audience for The Academy at ShellPoint presentation.

The Academy at Shell Pointwas proud to host PaulaKerger, the new president andCEO of Public BroadcastingService, as she made a two-day stop in Florida where shepresented the goals and chal-lenges of public broadcastingand shared her vision for thefuture.

New President of PBS, Paula Kerger, Visits Shell Point

Do you enjoy going to food tastingevents? Then Hospitality Serviceshas just the event for you!


Hurricane SeminarTuesday, May 15 •10:00 a.m.

Church Auditorium

We have learned a great deal fromHurricanes Charley and Francis in 2004,Hurricane Wilma in 2005, and Tropical StormErnesto in 2006.

Above all, we learned that proper prepara-tion leads to an easier experience, should weever have the traumatic event of an evacuationduring a full-force storm.

Hurricane season begins on June 1, andjust as we do each year, we are holding a hurri-cane seminar to inform and prepare our resi-dents for hurricane season.

This year’s hurricane seminar is on Tuesday,May 15, at 10 a.m. in the Church Auditorium.Dave Roberts, meteorologist, will be joined byShell Point staff who will share their knowl-edge about possible severe weather scenarios.

You don’t want to miss this year’s seminar;come learn more about what you need in yourkit, how to secure your boat, and what to dowith your pet.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THISVERY IMPORTANT DATE

This is the fifth in a series of articles profiling thebirds selected for each building name atEagles Preserve.

ROSEATESPOONBILL B Y B I L L S A U N D E R S , T U R B A N

Marvin HamlischConcert — A SoldOut Show

Greg Billings, owner of the local SteinwayPiano Gallery, and his wife, Sara, were thrilledto hear Marvin Hamlisch play on The VillageChurch’s new Steinway D concert grand pianoin the Shell Point auditorium.

Lynn Schneider, assistant vice president of marketing, andRandy Woods, director of worship and music for The VillageChurch at Shell Point, pose with Marvin Hamlisch.

Tenor J. Mark McVey, most known for his portrayal of Jean ValJeanin the hit show Les Miserables, joined Marvin Hamlisch on stage tosing several of Mr. Hamlisch’s Broadway hits. Here, Mr. McVeyjoins Shell Point residents, Dee and Jerry Horne (Palm Acres) withMarvin Hamlisch.

Friends of the Arts member MelinaEskew (Turban) caught the eye ofMarvin Hamlisch, who mentioned herenergy and vitality from stage duringhis performance.

Randy Woods joins Shirley and David Moreland, vicepresident of sales for Shell Point, at the reception forMarvin Hamlisch following the concert.

The Roseate Spoonbill is Southwest Florida’s most elegant bird and theonly pink one! Although pink Flamingos may occasionally be seen along thesoutheast coast of Florida, it is thought they are escapees from zoos, since mostspecies of Flamingo are native to parts of Africa and South America.

The Spoonbill, which stands taller than most aquatic waders, has two very dis-tinctive visual features. First, the bird ages from a blush color in its first year to apink body with bright red highlights and long, pink legs in full adulthood. Thebrighter the bird, the older it is. Second, it has a spatulate, or spoon-shaped, bill. Ituses this bill like a vacuum cleaner to taste and feel preyon the mud flats where it forages for small fish, shrimp,mollusks, snails, and insects.

The Gulf rim of the United States is the northernlimit of this partial migrant, which is really a tropicalbird that can be found in Central and South America.However, the Spoonbill does nest and breed here. It canbe found in a wide variety of wetlands – coastal marsh-es, flooded fields, estuaries, and mud flats. It is even anoccasional visitor to the Shell Point Golf Course!

Like many herons and egrets, the population of Roseate Spoonbills was seri-ously threatened many years ago by the “plume trade” – a desire for the feathersof these birds for ladies’ hats. Today, however, the population is quite strong andthe Spoonbill is one of our most beautiful neighbors.


Building a golf course takes alot of work and a lot of time, asevidenced when we look back atthe beginnings of the Shell PointGolf Club. “The golf course is justone of many in a long list of ameni-ties at Shell Point RetirementCommunity and is enjoyed by resi-dents and the public alike,” saidMike Mongoven, director of golf atShell Point Golf Club. “We makesure that they have a terrific timewhen they come out to play.”

Looking Back at the Design and Construction

The course at Shell Point GolfClub is the creation of golf coursearchitect G. Gordon Lewis. Lewishas been designing courses since1978 and has planned well over200 golf courses throughout theUnited States. Locally his signa-ture designs are found at LexingtonCountry Club, Kelly Greens, andthe 36-hole Heritage PalmsCountry Club.

The construction company was Zirkle &Noll from Orlando, and veteran golf coursebuilder Bill Zirkle. In the early days of con-struction, this golf course presented contrac-tors with some unique obstacles. Portions ofthe property designated for the golf coursebordered a bald eagle protection zone.Federal regulations called for construction

activities in this vicinity to be accomplishedbetween the non-nesting months of Maythrough October. Therefore, constructionof the course had to start and stop accordingto strict scheduling requirements.

The construction began in the summer of1999 with the initial phase, hauling soil tothe site and digging the lakes that make up

a number of water hazards that pres-ent a challenge for golfers of all skilllevels. The USGA greens were con-structed to ensure correct drainageand to promote first-class turf. Otherwork included completing the irri-gation, planting the landscaping,installing cart paths, grading, andplanting grass on all holes.

To accommodate this schedule,the property was cleared in one sea-son and major lakes were dug; thefirst nine were built in the secondseason and became operational inOctober of 2000; and the back ninewere completed in the fourth sea-son. For director of project devel-opment, Bob Southern, it was achallenge.

Another challenge was thattopographically speaking, the sitewas extremely low, which meantusing fill material, excavated fromthe lakes, and hauling in hundredsof truckloads of fill to bring up thecourse elevation.

Additionally, prior to constructingseveral fairways, workers had to install theinfrastructure for future development parcelsand dig lakes to deal with surface water man-agement requirements. Massive insulatedpipe water lines were buried deep beneaththe outer edge of the course. These pipes arethe transmission lines that provide the build-ings in The Woodlands chilled water for air

It has been said that golf is a good walk spoiled; but Shell Point residentshave an opportunity to feel spoiled every time they play at Shell Point GolfClub. From the moment they walk into the pro shop until that finalmoment when they hear the ball drop into the cup on the 18th hole,golfers at Shell Point Golf Club enjoy a quality golf experience.

On Coursefrom the StartShell Point Golf Club

Celebrates its Fifth Anniversary


conditioning from the energy plant, locat-ed near Eagles Preserve.

Construction of the back nine beganin May 2002, clearing the exotic vegeta-tion, moving or importing 250,000 cubicyards of dirt, (about 20% more than wasmoved on the front nine), and diggingfour of the major lakes located within thatzone. Although completion of the sitewas delayed for about a year, the backnine opened with a flourish on November1, 2002, completing the challenging par-72 championship course.

While getting the golf course up andoperational was a huge undertaking, thework does not stop there. Although thegolf course features a number of naturallybeautiful vistas, Mark Jacobs, golf coursesuperintendent, takes up where natureleaves off. Mark’s staff handles landscapingand maintenance of the course to ensure itis always looking its best.

Opening DayThe front nine of the Shell Point golf

course opened for play on October 15,2000. William Alquist of Sundial andFred Ekeblad of Harbor Court, both resi-dents of Shell Point, were the first to teeoff on that sunny morning. Bill Alquistand his wife, Anna, were also the first res-idents to join the club as members onOctober 31, 2000. Although the course isopen to the public, Shell Point Golf Cluboffers memberships with additional bene-fits. Two years later, the second nineopened in November of 2002.

Since that time the initial membershipthat began with the Alquists has grown to275. There are now two golf leagues andthe course has hosted five golf tournamentfundraisers to benefit the renovation of theLarsen Pavilion.

About the CourseThe design of the Shell Point Golf Club

enhances the natural beauty of the areaand provides those who love the game ofgolf with an exciting course. With six teeson each hole, the layout is playable forgolfers of all handicaps and yet challengingto the best of the touring pros.

The golf course features two unique anddistinctive nines. According to Lewis, theback nine requires finesse and precision.Four of the holes wrap around a nature pre-serve and provide golfers with a breathtak-ing view of the surrounding lakes andnative vegetation. As he described it, theopening nine may be a bit more forgiving,but with trees hugging the wide lakes andyawning sand bunkers, this section is a realtest for any golfer.

January 5, 2001 was a great day because itwas the day the first hole-in-one was record-ed at the course. In fact, three holes-in-one

were celebrated on that day by players DonOlson and Terry Nelson, both on hole #5 andBill Mink, who dropped one in on hole #7.

Lois Smith of Oakmont had our first resi-dent hole-in-one on hole #5 on April 5,

2001, and she hasrecorded three moresince then! The course’sfirst 18-hole championswere Sherry Hughes andFred Garrett.

One historic mediaevent for the front nineof the course was whenShell Point’s par-3 sev-enth hole was featured

in the “Dream 18 of Southwest Florida” seg-ment, which was compiled by then NBC-2sports anchor, Tom James.

“The golf course is just one of many in a long list of amenitiesat Shell Point Retirement Community and is enjoyed by resi-dents and the public alike. We make sure that they have aterrific time when they come out to play.”Mike Mongoven, director of golf at Shell Point Golf

Club, with head golf professional, Jim Carpenter.

Shell Point Golf Club’s first golfers. L-R: WilliamAlquist (Sundial), Michael Mongoven, director ofgolf, and Fred Ekeblad (Harbor Court).

Sweeping fairways provide beautiful vistas forEagles Preserve, the newest neighborhood atShell Point. Hole #17 is just one of several thatsurround the community with nature.

Lois Smith ofOakmont has hitfour holes-in-one

since 2001!


News from the Shell Point Golf Course

Science has come to the aid of golfers every-where with the development of GPS. GPS is asystem of satellites and receiving devices, used tocompute locations on Earth.

In 2002, GPS units wereinstalled on all of the golf cartsat Shell Point Golf Club.These units give each player adetailed map of the entire coursefor tracking their own location,as well as that of other players.The GPS calculates distance fromthe golfer’s ball to the flag. Itallows a golfer to have an accuratemeasurement to the flag, bunkers, orhazards, rather than trying to rely on estimates basedon yardage signs, sprinkler heads, or their own“guesstimate.” The GPS will also give players a dis-

tance measurement to other golfers, so that they knowwhen it is appropriate to hit.

“This system, which is provided by a company calledUplink Golf, is an invaluable service to golfers of all skill

levels,” said Mike Mongoven, direc-tor of golf. “The GPS system cantell a player exactly how many yardsthey are from the hole, thus helpingwith club selection.”

The GPS system features atouch screen, which allows golfers tocommunicate with the Pro Shop.

This is ideal for asking for a ranger,reporting a lost golf club, reporting a

broken golf cart, asking for the drink cart,or even getting help in an emergency. The system alsoallows the Pro Shop to send messages to all of the golfcarts with weather warnings or other information.

As the population of Shell Point con-tinues to grow, so grows the Ladies’and Men’s Golf Associations (LGA &MGA) at the Shell Point Golf Club.Playing in a league is a great way to meetothers that enjoy golf from within and out-side the community and offers a chance toset up golf with new friends for other dates.

The Ladies’ Golf Association was formedin February, 2006 and now boasts between 40and 50 members. This group gets together forplay on Tuesday mornings at 8:15 a.m., with ashotgun start. The Men’s Golf Association wasformed in March, 2003 and currently hasbetween 90 and 110 members. The MGA hasan 8 a.m. shotgun start on Thursdays. Bothleagues play a wide assortment of individualand group games and have 9 and 18 holeleagues, as well. There is also a Sunday MixerScramble for both leagues to get together tomeet other couples or singles. The Mixer startsat 1:15 p.m. on Sundays.

League fees are $18 for the MGA and$20 for the LGA. All members will need aUSGA handicap, which can be obtained atthe Pro Shop, if you don’t already haveone. For information, please call 433-9790.

League Play B Y J I M C A R P E N T E R , G O L F P R O

B Y B I L L S A U N D E R S

The Birdies and Eagles were flying atthe Shell Point Open, but lots of wildlifewas in view, too. On Saturday, March 26,the day of the Shell Point Open, twenty-three bird species were sighted during theround, including a Bald Eagle on theground behind hole #14. The big fellow waspicking up some nesting materials, com-pletely oblivious to the golfers there. Onthe ground a river otter crossed the #2 fair-way, being very careful to make the crossingbetween the errant shots of an approachingfoursome.

It is very difficult to find a golf course inSouthwest Florida that is as attractive tobirds as our own Shell Point Golf Club.

Critters!

Golf isn’t Rocket Science, but it’s Close!Shell Point Golf Club Utilizes GPS Satellite TechnologyB Y J I M C A R P E N T E R , G O L F P R O


It was a beautiful day for the 5thAnnual Shell Point Open which tookplace on Saturday, March 24, at the ShellPoint Golf Club. Emcee Patrick Nolan fromFox-4 News welcomed the full field of morethan 120 golfers as they readied for a shotgunstart. The Shell Point Open is an annualfundraiser, and this year proceeds of morethan $13,000 from the tournament went tothe Larsen Pavilion.

Shell Point is grateful to the manylocal sponsors who contributed to the suc-cess of this fundraiser. They included the

David Moreland/Jason Scoggins Group ofMorgan Stanley; B.C. Ziegler & Company;Compass Construction, Inc.; CrowtherRoofing & Sheet Metal of Florida, Inc.;Lee-Mar Building & Construction Corp.;MAJ Contracting Inc.; DRMP; SchutteWilscam Birge Inc.; SimplexGrinnell;Wright Construction Group, Inc.; RDG,Jorgensen Construction; Leisure TimeCleaning; Page Supply/Page Pump; PatriotPlumbing; Henderson Franklin Starnes &Holt, P.A.; Flex Bon Paints; and SamGalloway Ford.

2007 Shell Point OpenGolf Tournament Scores Big

1st Place Winners: Crowther Roofing Team—Ed Sitoski, Roger Smith, John Highfill, andTom Callans take a break during the tourna-ment for a photo.

2nd Place Winners: Jim Kohout, Fred Jasinski, StanJasinski, and Ron Terciak receive their prizes.

3rd Place Winners: The DRMP Team— Jim Burch,Gary Rashford, Paul Benvie, and Vince Franceschelli.

4th Place Winners: Tim Ficker, Howard Finch,Mason Goss, and Bill Stephens.

Peter Dys, president of Shell Point, acknowledgesthe major tournament sponsors, David Morelandand Jason Scoggins of Morgan Stanley in FortMyers. Proceeds from the tournament went to ben-efit the Larsen Pavilion.


Have you ever won-dered just what it takes

to keep all the beautiful green grass, flower-ing shrubs, and shade-giving trees lookingtheir best at the Shell Point Golf Club?This job is ably handled by a budgeted staffof 13 full-time people, whose responsibili-ties include the daily routine of a well-maintained golf course — one that is set upfor the golfers’ enjoyment and ease of play.

Remember hating to mow your lawn?This course consists of 80 acres of turf,which has to be mowed multiple times perweek. All the greens on the course aremowed daily; tee-collars and approaches

are mowed twice per week; the fairways androughs twice per week; and 30 acres of non-golf course turf in the surrounding area aremowed at least once a week.

In addition to their regular mowingduties, the staff also maintains all the land-scaped beds and native habitat areas on thegolf course, following strict mandated regu-lations for all chemical and fertilizer appli-cations that make the least possible impact

on the environment.Winters in Florida mean dry weath-

er, so the course contains an irrigationsystem, which is utilized for the bestwater conservation that is possible,while still giving the golf course what itneeds to stay green. The drought seasonwe are in now has put a strain on all golfcourses for water, and prioritizing wherethe water gets utilized is very important.According to the Fort Myers News-Press, the average rainfall for Fort Myersfrom October through March is 12.95

inches; rainfall from October 2006through March 2007 has been 4.88.

“We’re looking at a very serious situa-tion, possibly the worst drought we have everseen,” said Rhonda Haag, local director forthe water management district, in an article,

published by the News-Press in mid-April.With no rain in sight, forecasters now predicta late start to the rainy season, which couldleave the area dry into June.

In 2005 the Shell Point Golf Clubreceived certification in EnvironmentalPlanning from the Audubon Cooperative

Sanctuary System (ACSS), which is an inter-national program, administered by AudubonInternational. This program was designed tohelp landowners preserve and enhance theenvironmental quality of their property.Continuing in that practice, all the categoriesof the club’s management are tended to withsafety and the environment in mind, whichimplement the guidelines of the AudubonCooperative Sanctuary System.

Maintenance is the Key B Y M A R K J A C O B S , G O L F C O U R S E S U P E R I N T E N D E N T

What’s a Mulligan? B Y J I M C A R P E N T E R , G O L F P R O

“Mulligan,” in the golf sense, is a rela-tively new word but was in commonuse on golf courses by at least the 1940s.Now golfers know that the term mulliganmeans a “do-over.” Hit a bad shot, take amulligan and try again. There are many,many stories about the birth of the golfterm mulligan — and it’s quite possiblethat none of them are true. Becausenobody really knows how mulliganacquired its golf meaning.

The USGA Museum offers several pos-sible explanations. In one a fellow by thename of David Mulligan, a prominent busi-

nessman who frequented St. LambertCountry Club in Montreal, Quebec, duringthe 1920s, let it rip off the tee one day. Hewasn’t happy with the results, re-teed, andhit again.

According to the story, he called it a“correction shot,” but his partnersthought a better name was needed anddubbed it a “mulligan.” The USGA WebSite actually provides two other alternateversions of the David Mulligan story – itseems the origins of mulligan are so mys-terious that the same story wound up withthree different versions!

Grab a Quick Bite atMulligan’s Snack Stop

Regardless of where the term “mulligan”originated, we know it as the snack bar locat-ed in the Shell Point Golf Club ProShop. There’s always a friendlyface behind the counter to serveup a variety of sandwiches andsnacks to hungry golfers whostop in. Pictured here is employ-ee Carole Coughlin, but everyonecalls her “C.C.”


Shell Point Golf Club is host to golferswho are residents of Shell Point,vacationers from out of town and even outof the country, snowbirds who make theirwinter homes in Southwest Florida, andthe public year-round. Another enthusi-astic group that frequents the golf courseis Shell Point employees. While notalways the most accomplished golfers,they play for the love of the game and theopportunity to share a common interestwith co-workers.

Carol Howe of the FinanceDepartment decided to organize an oppor-tunity for co-workers to play together sixyears ago, when she helped to schedule thefirst employee golf league. At that time thecourse was only nine holes, but that didn’tstop the group from enjoying a round ortwo of golf together. Carol has been play-ing for 20 years and enjoys golfing withother employees because “she gets to seeco-workers in a completely different light.”

“You see their personalities come outwhen they are on the course and theydevelop a real connection. It makes work-ing with people more interesting becauseyou know them better,” she said.

Mike Mongoven, director of golf,emphasizes that the opportunity foremployees to play at our golf course is agreat benefit, as it provides employees witha time to get to know others outside theirusual work areas. Several employees repre-senting various areas, such as Finance,HVAC, the Larsen Pavilion, Skilled

Trades, the Call Center,and the Pharmacy par-ticipate in the employeeleague and/or regularlyplay rounds at the ShellPoint Golf Club.

Joann Prenoveau,who answers residentcalls in the One CallDoes It All Center, isone of those regularplayers. She has beenplaying for nine yearsand started the gamebecause her husbandplays and because it’sgood exercise. She playsat Shell Point once or twice a month withher husband, Steve, who is a carpenter atShell Point. He also taught her how toplay. They’ve really made it a family affair,often inviting her son and brother-in-lawto play with them. The thing that Joanne

finds to be “really great” about playingthe Shell Point course is the GPS sys-tem on the golf cart. “It tells you howfar you are from the pin so that you cantry different clubs,” she said. “It cer-tainly makes the game easier for thoseof us who have difficulty calculatingthe proper distance!”

Regardless of playing ability, golf isone of those activities that just aboutanyone can participate in if they wantto enjoy the company of others, getsome fresh air, and experience the

beauty that is Shell Point. How fortunatewe are to have that opportunity in our ownback yard!

Employees Love the LinksB Y K A R E N A N D E R S O N , D I R E C T O R O F H U M A N R E S O U R C E S

Tim Lochridge, vice president of finance, and Cindy O’Grady, executivesecretary to the president, played in the Shell Point Open GolfTournament held in April.

Don MacDonald of Cameo and Ed McCoy, crew leaderin the Shell Point grounds department, get ready to teeoff at the recent Shell Point Open.

Employees Craig McLucas (Keg), apartment prep team leader,Ron Penta, and Scott Moore, director of facilities operations,play with Shell Point resident Bob Serra (Eagles Preserve),who is Scott’s father-in-law.

Steve Minniear, v.p. of health careservices, and Sherry Brown, directorof long term care at the LarsenPavilion, played at the 2006 ShellPoint Open.

The family that plays together stays together.Lynda Berger, manager of the memory careunit at, the Larsen Pavilion, plays golf withfamily members John, Sue, and Dan Berger.


Erhart Becker Just How Low Can He Go? B Y C H R I S B R I G H T

Apparently nobody told that toTurban resident, Erhart Becker. Mr.Becker, who recently celebrated his 93rdbirthday, shot an amazing 83 at the ShellPoint Golf Club. Not only did he manageto shoot a better round than most menhalf his age, but he was also a lively con-tender at the 2007 Shell Point Golf Openheld in March.

“I didn’t pay any attention to myscore…I just hit the ball and went on tomy next shot,” said Becker. Shooting thiskind of score is nothing new to this nona-genarian. Becker has consistently shot 18-hole scores well under his age, and at onepoint put together a string of20 consecutive roundsbelow his age. When askedhow he manages to keep hisscores so low, Becker repliedwith a modest, “I keep theball in play.”

Mike Mongoven, direc-tor of golf at Shell Point, hasthis to say, “I have had Mr.Becker’s playing partnerscome up to me following around of golf saying, ‘I justsaw the most amazing thingI’ve ever seen.’ And thenwith his typical modesty, allMr. Erhart does is just walkoff the course without say-ing a thing about his greatscore.”

Modesty seems to be a defining charac-teristic of Mr. Becker. While being filmedby Shell Point TV for a recent story, a filmcrew from the Minneapolis area, where Mr.

Becker formerly resided,was also there, docu-menting this golfer’samazing story. The

crew from the Twin Cities was filming a syn-dicated news story called “Out ’n About,”which is distributed to over 30 markets inthe Midwest. Brian Dellis, producer andhost of “Out ’n About” was there, inter-

viewing Mr. Becker. “I’ve been playing golffor over 30 years, and I’ve never even shotErhart’s age!” quipped Dellis.

So, if you happen to be putteringaround the Shell Point Golf Club and yousee some young guys coming off #18 shak-ing their heads in disbelief, there’s a goodchance Erhart Becker just lowered his scoreanother couple of strokes.

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older is that I get closer to

shooting my age.”


Heebie Jeebies!Bob Gibson of Nautilus describes #16:

“It’s very difficult,” he said.“That’s the hole that giveseverybody the heebie jeebies.

But his real favorite is # 11: “This is a challenging

hole, but it’s beautiful too. It’sgot a great dogleg, and you’ve

got to shoot over water and avoid thesand trap.

Big hitters try to drive the green,but you can get yourself into a lot oftrouble that way. It’s better to lay-upand sail over on your second shot. It’s anice iron shot.”

Dogleg DelightRich Meyer of

Rosemont agrees:“Yes, #11 is an inter-esting hole because

of the dogleg.That makes it truly

unique, and it has a very slopinggreen, which is heavily guarded bywater and bunkers. That makes itquite challenging. Plus, it’s veryscenic.”

The Old TreeDirector of Golf Mike Mongoven’s

favorite hole is #15: “I like this hole,but probably for a different reason thanmost golfers. Number 15 has an old CubanLaurel tree right in the middle that wewent out of our way to save during theoriginal design and planning of thegolf course. I think it makes a hugedifference on this hole, and manygolfers comment on how beautiful itis, plus, it presents a small challengesince they have to play around it. It addsa lot of interest to this hole visually and tothe game. I’m glad it’s there.”

Plan Your StrategyResident Earl Thorwall of Rosemont

likes #15: “It’s a tough hole andrequires what may be the best

drive of the day. You’ve got toplan your strategy. This is along hole that can really test

your skills, and you’ve got to payattention if you want to finish

well. Plus, the trees and the water onthis hole are quite scenic.”

Just Plain PrettyJim Carpenter, the golf pro-

fessional at Shell Point GolfClub, has a soft spot in his heart for#7: “This hole is just plain pretty. It remindsme a little of ‘Amen Corner’ at the AugustaNational Golf Course. It’s very scenic and hasa nice bridge over the water and surroundingvegetation that enhances the view.”

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Bob Gibson of Nautilus prepares to drive one home as heplays a round on the Shell Point championship golf course.

The back nine of the golf course is a scenic journey through native Florida vegetation. Live oaktrees, dripping with Spanish moss, overlook groves of Palmetto and Sabal palms. Golfers not onlyenjoy a challenging game, but they appreciate the opportunity to commune with nature.

Rosemont residents Earl Thorwall and RichMeyer enjoy a day out on the links. Golf is notonly a great way to get some exercise, but it’s anexcellent way to maintain friendships.

We asked a few golfers and staff what their favorite hole was on theShell Point Golf Club and why. Here’s what they had to say…

What’s Your Favorite Hole and Why?

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Movie Night: The TenCommandments, Part IITuesday, May 1 — 7:15 p.m.Social Center/ISThis second of a two-partshowing will conclude thestar-studded, technicolorextravaganza, which tellsthe story of the life ofMoses (Charlton Heston).Produced in 1956, thismovie was filmed in Egyptand Sinai and featured one of the biggestsets ever constructed for a motion picture.It was nominated for seven AcademyAwards, including Best Picture.

Pretty as a PictureSpring Fashion Show

Friday, May 4 —2:00 p.m.Church AuditoriumCost: Tickets $35.00Make plans to attendthe most excitingevent of the season,the Annual Spring

Fashion Show. There will be celebrity mod-els, incredible door prizes, fabulous thankyou gifts, and of course, fashions from theBell Tower Shops in Fort Myers. In addition,guests will enjoy delicious appetizers anddesserts, as they bid on dozens of excitingsilent auction items, including gift baskets,gift certificates, and the grand finale livepurse auction. Don’t miss this fun event!

CD Surround Sound ConcertSunday, May 6 — 3:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDL“Serenade for Strings,” played by thestrings of the Bavarian SymphonyOrchestra, under the direction of Sir ColinDavis; and Tchaikovsky’s “5th Symphony,”played by the Berlin Philharmonic, withVon Karajan conducting.

John SadlerMonday, May 7 — 7:15 p.m.Social Center/ISShell Point welcomes back a true per-former, when bass/baritone John Sadleroffers this unique program of Broadwaytunes, familiar opera arias, and nostalgia.There is something for everyone to enjoywhen John performs!

Women’s Ministries Summer Seminar Series — Planting Vegetables from a TireTuesday, May 8 — 10:15 a.m. Hospitality Room,Village ChurchJoin Stan and Beth Doerr, from ECHO,who will share their experience about asuccessful vegetablegardening project onthe very edge of theSahara Desert inMauritania, Africa.The gardening is donein old car tires! This is the first of a three-part seminar series entitled “Planting,Preventing and Pampering.” See page 22for details.

Spring Concert of Tone Chimes and RecordersTuesday, May 8 — 7:15 p.m.Resident Activity Center/IS Please join this group of resident musicians,as they present an evening recital forfriends and neighbors.

The Hat LadyWednesday, May 9 — 10:15 a.m.Social Center/ISAfter rave reviews from last year’s perform-ance, Barbara Smith, The Hat Lady, returnswith her unique blend of humor and her hatcollection. In celebration of Mother’s Day,she’ll entertain you and warm your heartwith some fun anecdotes about being a mom.

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“Celebrating Orchids” GalleryExhibit at Edison–Ford EstatesFriday, May 1110:00 a.m. Court pickup3:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $15.00 (lunch on your own)This visit celebrates the historicaltradition of the Edison and Ford fam-ilies, who loved orchids and grewthem in their tropical gardens at the Estate.The trip presents a beautiful gallery instal-lation of historical orchid prints on nation-al tour, contemporary orchid illustrationsby a well-known curator and scientist, orig-inal photographs, botanical rubbings, andwhimsical painted furniture, accessories,and garden fur-nishings by region-al artists. Liveorchids and histor-ical prints areavailable for pur-chase. Lunch willbe featured at theBanyan Café on the grounds of the Estates.

Information Technology ForumSaturday, May 12 — 10:00 a.m.Grand Cypress/WDLDan Parker, Manager of EngineeringServices at Shell Point, will cover the engi-neering that went into building the CentralChiller Plant, what the plant does, andhow. His department is involved with allthe fluid and electrical systems throughoutShell Point, i.e., air conditioning, eleva-tors, fire systems, etc. Join Dan to find outwhat is going on above and below theground at Shell Point!

Saturday DVD MoviePirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s ChestSaturday, May 122:00 and 7:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLThat charming rogue, Captain JackSparrow (Johnny Depp), is back in thishilarious sequel to “The Curse of the BlackPearl.” It’s a grand, swashbuckling, non-stop joyride filled with devilish piratehumor, monstrous sea creatures, andbreathtaking magic.

Mother’s Day Brunch in the Crystal RoomSunday, May 1310:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Treat that special lady in your life tobrunch at the Crystal Dining Room forMother’s Day. See Page 3 for details.

All That Jazz for MomSunday, May 132:30 p.m. Court pickup6:30 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $13.00The SW Florida Symphony Children’sChorus offers up a Stained Glass Series con-cert with a tribute to mothers. Bob Chilcott’s“A Little Jazz Mass,” is featured, with a jazztrio and video slide show of childhood pic-tures and songs to celebrate the love we feelfor the special ladies we call “Mom.”

Hurricane SeminarTuesday, May 1510:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.Village ChurchThis year’s hurricane seminar is led by DaveRoberts, meteorologist. He will be joinedby Shell Point staff who will share theirknowledge about possible severe weatherscenarios. Topics will include Shell Point’sown Hurricane Plan, including review ofthe use of the Hurricane Shelter located onThe Island, and the list of items suggestedfor your Hurricane Supply Kit. See page 5for additional details.

New Orleans Jazz Night at the CrystalTuesday, May 15 — 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.Crystal Dining Room/ISSample a taste of the “Big Easy” when theCrystal features Cajun and Creole special-ties, such as Cajun Gumbo, BayouJambalaya, Creole Mustard and MushroomPork Loin, and Cajun Fried Catfish. Theevening’s repast will feature a live jazz musi-cian for your listening and dining pleasure.

Women’s Ministries:Acres of HopeWednesday, May 16 — 10:15 a.m.Hospitality Room, The Village ChurchPlan to attend this amazing program. Seepage 23 for details.

Annual Taste of Shell PointWednesday, May 162:00 – 4:00 p.m.Social Center/ISThis popular event isalways a delicious treat.All are invited to attend.See page 4 for details.

The RenfroesThursday, May 17 — 7:15 p.m.Church Auditorium/ISThe Renfroes return with a dazzling medleyfrom Les Miserables. Their musical entouragefeatures 12 singers, plus Robert Reeves onpiano and Gayle Heskett on flute. Twoyoung sisters, Miranda and Brehanna Huff,will be featured in the medley. Don’t missthis evening of superior song!

Hamburgers, Hot Dogs,and HarmonyFriday, May 185:00 p.m. cookout7:00 p.m. entertainmentWoodlands DeckCost: $10.00Do you get hungry smelling the deliciousaroma of hamburgers and hot dogs on agrill? If your nose leads you to dinner, thenmake plans to join the food and the fun onthe Woodlands deck for a great cookout!After you’ve eaten your fill, join KymFrankovelgia for a wonderful concert at 7p.m. Kym has performed with many leg-endary entertainers, such as The Ink Spots,The Four Lads, The Sammy KayeOrchestra, The Glenn Miller Band, TheTommy Dorsey Orchestra, and MaxineAndrews of the Andrew Sisters! So get outand enjoy the evening with a deliciouscookout, delightful entertainment, and arelaxing stroll around the lake! Purchasetickets at either Service Desk.

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Grand Cypress/WDLFeatured will be Mendelssohn’s

“Songs Without Words,” playedby Schiff; and Tchaikovsky’s

“Serenade for Strings,”played by the BavarianSymphony Orchestra,under the direction of

Sir Colin Davis.

Sanibel HarborPrincess Dinner CruiseMonday, May 216:00 p.m. Court pickup9:30 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $60.00 (all inclusive)

Set sail on the Sanibel Harbour Princess foran evening of magnificent cuisine andbreathtaking views of the Florida GulfCoast. After being welcomed by the ship’screw, guests will begin with hors d’oeuvres,move on to a lavish buffet that featuresselections of beef, chicken, and fish, andcompleting the feast is a choice of delec-table desserts. An observation deck andtwo indoor, air-conditioned salons ensureyour comfort. Sail along with us for thisenchanting evening on the water.

Dinner Outing to Rodes Fresh & FancyTuesday, May 224:30 p.m. Court pickup8:30 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $6.00 (dinner on your own)There are a plethora of fresh and delectableseafood delights at this great Bonita Beacheatery. Choose from steamed clams,grouper sandwiches, and the many otherdelights from the sea that are featured ontheir large menu. If you like seafood, Rodesis the place for you! Prices range from$12.00 to $25.00.

Naples Zoo and Caribbean GardensThursday, May 248:30 a.m. Court pickup3:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $23.00 (lunch included)This lush garden was founded in 1919 andoffers an exciting experience featuring avariety of exotic animals, surrounded bymature trees and plants that offer a shadyrespite within thebeautiful foliage ofthe tropics. Spenda leisurely day atthe zoo exploringthe many animalexhibits and per-formances this destination has to offer.Lunch at Subway (on the zoo grounds) isincluded in the fee.

Beach DayFriday, May 258:30 a.m. Court pickup3:00 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $13.00 (Ice cream on your own)Now that the snowbirds are headed north,it’s time to enjoy the peace and quiet of ourfavorite sandy destination — VanderbiltBeach. Take along your beach gear and we’llprovide the picnic lunch for your enjoy-ment. Save room for your favorite ice cream,because we’ll make a “cool” stop at TheRoyal Scoop to top off the day’s pleasures.

Concert and Dinner—Organ Concert with Ned SpainFriday, May 252:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.Woodlands CommonsNed Spain is a man of many talents, who hasbeen playing the piano and organ “by ear” forover forty years. Ned was the owner of a largepiano and organ dealership, as well as aninventor, advertising agency owner, and alicensed pilot. Most noted for his performanc-es on the theatre organ at the Proctor Theatrein Utica, NY, he has had a nationally televisedprogram for over ten years. Don’t miss thewonderful sounds of Ned Spain on our ownconcert theatre organ in the Woodlands! Inaddition to the concert, plan to dine at ThePalm Grill. Come to the 2 p.m. concert andstay for dinner in The Palm Grill, or come fordinner first and stay for the concert following.Chef Joel has planned a special menu: a salad,entreé, dessert ,and beverage for $14.25, oryou can order from the regular menu.

Saturday Excursion: Periwinkle PlaceSaturday, May 2610:00 a.m. Court pickup2:30 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $5.00 (lunch on your own)Set in a park-like atmosphere on the lushisland of Sanibel, shoppers will enjoy allthe usual “shopping suspects,” like Chico’sand Fresh Produce Clothing, as well as avariety of special jewelry, beach, and giftshops to tickle your fancy.

Spanish/Mexican Night Wednesday, June 27 Dining: 4:00 – 8:00 p.m.Entertainment: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.Palm Grill/WLResort Services and thePalm Grill team up for adining experience, fea-turing many traditionalSpanish and Mexicandishes. Plus, you’ll also enjoy authenticmusic with a Latin flair by guitarist, JoséMedina of Cabean Sound.

Memorial Day EntertainmentMonday, May 2811:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.The Crystal Dining Room/ISEnjoy the sounds of yesteryear with a ShellPoint favorite, keyboardist Dick Hamm.Dick will play music from the big band era,old-time classics, patriotic tunes, and takerequests, as you partake of your mid-daymeal in the Crystal. Enjoy!

Movie Night: Sunset BoulevardTuesday, May 29 — 6:15 p.m.Social Center/ISIn this three-Oscar winning Billy Wilderclassic from 1950, Gloria Swanson playsNorma Desmond, a faded silent film star,plotting her return. She hires Joe (WilliamHolden), a struggling screenwriter, to help

edit a scriptthat she haspenned. But asthe work pro-gresses, Normaengulfs Joe inher fiery throes,and Joe wants

out. It’s a tale of heartache and tragedy, loveand ambition, told against the fabulousbackground of Hollywood.

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

Walking required atthis activity.

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

SUNDAY9:15 Christian Life Studies (VC)9:30 Christian Studies (WDL)10:15 Morning Worship

(Broadcast live on CH12)1:15 Mixer Golf League3:00 CD Surround Sound (May 6, 20)6:15 Evening Service

MONDAY8:45 Lap Robes (May 7, 21)9:15 Billiards9:15 Pottery10:15 Great Books (May 14, 28)1:00 Mah-jongg1:15 Advanced Table Tennis1:15 Scrabble1:15 Shuffleboard1:15 Tone Chimes 1:30 New Resident Intro to

Resort Services (May 21)2:00 Beading Club 3:00 Bible Study (Arbor)7:00 Pinochle7:00 Duplicate Bridge

TUESDAY8:36 Women’s Golf League9:15 Painting Class9:15 Stamp Project

12:45 Intro to Duplicate Bridge1:00 Mixed Progressive Pairs Bridge1:45 The Rollicking Recorderists 3:45 Library Book Talk (May 22)6:45 Hymn Sing (May 1)

WEDNESDAY7:45 Men’s Bible Study 8:45 Resident Council (May 2)9:00-12:00 Geraci Travel9:15 Watercolor Group9:45 Ladies’ Bible Study10:15 Fishing Club (May 30)11:00 Computer Q & A/WDL (May 9)11:15 Computer Q & A/IS (May 23)1:00 Chess1:15 Beginner / Intermediate Table Tennis2:15 Huggie Hearts2:15 Knitters Anonymous (May 16)2:15 Tai Chi (May 2 & 9)2:30 Jazz ‘n Stuff3:00 Bible Study (KC)5:45 Village Church Choir Rehearsal7:15 Bible Study & Prayer

THURSDAY8:00 Men’s Golf League 9:30 Current Events Group10:00 Bocce Ball

1:15 SPOT Play Readers (May 3 and 17)2:15 Handwork (May 10 and 24)2:15 Photo Club (May 10)2:15 Computer Club (May 17)7:00 Trailblazers Bible Study

FRIDAY8:00 Intrepid Bike Riders (May 11 and 25)9:15 Stamp Project10:15 Genealogy (May 11) 10:15 Inquiring Minds11:15 Fit and Healthy1:00 Mixed Progressive Pairs Bridge1:15 Quilters1:15 Beginner / Intermediate Table Tennis1:30 Vespers (Arbor)2:15 SP Artists (May 18)2:45 Vespers (KC)6:45 Game Night

SATURDAY8:00 Adopt-a-Road (May 19)9:00 Coffee Social9:30 Mr. Goodboot (May 5 and 19)9:45 Bridge Supervised Play 10:00 Info Tech Forum (May 12)1:00 Chess7:00 Duplicate Bridge

Tarpon Bay Kayaking TourWednesday, May 309:00 a.m. Court pickup2:30 p.m. Approximate returnCost: $34.00 (lunch on your own)Kayak through the mangrove forest alongthe Commodore Creek water trail with anaturalist guide, who will teach you aboutthe rich backbay ecosystem and the wildlife

that calls the areahome. Paddlerswill be surroundedby red mangroves,wading birds, andunsurpassed peaceand quiet. All

skill levels are welcome. Lunch will beenjoyed on Sanibel before returning toShell Point.

A Memorial Day Salute to Shell Point VeteransWednesday, May 30 — 1:15 p.m.King’s Crown Parking Structure

Calling all ShellPoint veterans andspouses! You arecordially invitedto attend a specialhonorary eventthat has been

planned by the King’s Crown staff tosalute your distinctive service to our coun-try. This traditional Memorial Day “thankyou” will feature the Cape Coral VFW Post8463 Honor Guard, a musical tribute toeach service area, and cookies and punch.If you’re a veteran, please join us and berecognized.

Travel GroupThursday, May 31 — 2:00 p.m.Grand Cypress Room/WDLShell Point residents who have the urge totravel a bit more extensively than our nor-mal day trips should join thisgroup to review futuretravel plans thatwere discussed atprevious meet-ings. Find outwhat being a“Travel Buddy” isand if you wouldlike to become one.Get acquainted withothers who are interested in travel as agroup for a day, or for longer! No suitcaseneeded!

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In Loving MemoryJohanna Doering (March 4)

Margaret Newsom (March 4)

Ruth Baron (March 6)

Elbert Specht (March 7)

Louis McCreary (March 8)

William Harris (March 15)

Mary Kyle (March 18)

Elaine Good (March 16)

Dr. John Vesey (March 21)

Anna Hall (March 24)

Lynne Farwell (March 28)

Joan Hurst (March 29)


Arbor residents Ruth Werlinich, Peg Gosser, Arbor Activities Leader RachaelDula, Kay Woycke, and Dot Whiteman enjoyed a recent Spring Tea.

Larsen Pavilion resident Theresa Hallock and staff member AnnelieGustafsson show off the one that “didn’t get away” during last month’sPavilion Fishing Day at the lagoon.

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LARSEN PAVILIONTUES ......1 ......Ruth Rodgers, piano (3A) ......................9:30 a.m.

MON ......7 ......Carol Driscoll, keyboards (2D) ............10:00 a.m.

MON ......7 ......Music Trio (3A) ..................................10:30 a.m.

TUES ......8 ......Ruth Rodgers, piano (3A) ......................9:30 a.m.

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

TUES......15 ....Tommy Barr, guitar (3A) ......................10:00 a.m.

MON......21 ....Music Trio (3A) ....................................10:30 a.m.

TUES......22 ....Ruth Rodgers, piano (3A) ......................9:30 a.m.

THUR ....24 ....Under the Sea Dinner (MD)RSVP by May 2— 415-5445............4:15 p.m.

TUES......29 ....Ruth Rodgers, piano (3A) ......................9:30 a.m.

May Events

THUR ....3 ......Fiddlin’ Bill (CMR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3:30 p.m.

FRI ..........4 ......Lunch Trip to Gasparilla Grillw/King’s Crown (1FL) . . . . . . . . . .10:30 a.m.

MON ......7 ......Vivian Aiello, Violinist (1DR) . . . . . . . .4:00 p.m.

MON ......7 ......Musical Moments w/Dot & Beth . . . . .6:30 p.m.

WED ......9 ......Barbara Smith, “The Hat Lady”(CMR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2:00 p.m.

THUR ..17 ....Tune Toppers (CMR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3:00 p.m.

MON......21 ....Lunch Trip to Duval Street in Bonita Springswith King’s Crown (1FL) . . . . . . . .10:15 a.m.

THUR....24 ....Laugh Along With Millie (CMR) . . . . .2:15 p.m.

TUE........1 ........Golden Road Quartet (A) ......................6:00 p.m.THUR ....3........Fiddlin’ Bill, singer (A) ..........................2:00 p.m.FRI ........4 ........Lunch Trip to Gasparilla’s Grill

w/Arbor (L) ......................................10:15 a.m.MON......7 ........Carol Driscoll, singer (A) ........................6:00 p.m.WED ......9 ........Tom Cannon, musician (A) ....................1:00 p.m.THUR ..10 ......Tune Toppers, jazz trio (A) ......................2:00 p.m.SAT ......12 ......Leslie Gregory, harpist (A)......................1:00 p.m.MON ....14 ......Vicki Lei, singer (A) ................................1:00 p.m.SAT ......19 ......Tommy Barr, guitarist (A) ......................2:00 p.m.MON ....21 ......Lunch Trip to Duvall Street

w/Arbor (L) ......................................10:15 a.m.WED ....30 ......Traditional Memorial Day Event

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support groupsLow Vision Enrichment Group Tuesday, May 8 • 10:15 a.m. — Social CenterThere will be a display of items which are useful in assistingthose with low vision. Contact: Rebecca Ladner, case manager,at 454-2101.

The Low Vision Core GroupTuesday, May 22, at 10:00 a.m. — 3rd floor of King’s Crown

Parkinson’s Support GroupMonday, May 7, at 10:15 a.m.Village Church Hospitality RoomContact: Janine Hammond, case manager, at 454-2186.

Cancer Support ProgramThe goal of this resident-led group is to establish aone-on-one mentoring connection between newly diagnosedcancer patients and cancer survivors. Contact: Barbara Maruchi (Lakewood) at 433-9488.

Grief Share Bereavement GroupTuesdays at 2:45 p.m.Sponsored by The Village Church and led by Janet Howard.

The Shield Caregivers’ Support GroupThursday, May 24 at 1:45 p.m. VC/ Hospitality RoomThis resident-led group is an informal gathering thatoffers fellowship, encouragement, and spiritual reliance for all caregivers. If you have questions, call Elsie Barney(Turban) at 482-8633.

Mended Hearts Support Group for Heart PatientsThursday, May 24 at 2:00 p.m. Game Room/WoodlandsIf you have questions, call Lex Roulston (Parkwood) at 432-0985

resident updatesTransfer of Apartment

Katherine Arter of 8115 Arbor to Larsen Pavilion

William J. & D. Virginia Arthur of 934 Sand Dollar to 16313On Par Blvd. 337-1078

Hugh R. & Eva M. Barbour of 203 Tellidora to 16345 On Par Blvd. 454-6948

Dr. Fritz K. & Marlis Beller of 322 Nautilus to 16022 On Par Blvd. 454-3704

John & Dolores Blomquist of Larsen Pavilion to 3607 King’s Crown

William J. & Maxine P. Brooks of 134 Macoma to 16034 On Par Blvd. 466-1925

Rev. Don & Gail Creager of 11808 Oakmont to 11805 Oakmont

David Cuneo of 1515 Harbor Court to Larsen Pavilion

Elizabeth Cuneo of 1515 Harbor Court to 3635 King’s Crown

Rose DiMichale of 228 Tellidora to 1636 King’s Crown

Ann Erickson of 1001 Cellana to 16139 On Par Blvd. 415-0818

Maurice C. & Nell S. Ernst of 5810 Turban to 9506 Parkwood466-4694

Dorothy Evenden of 1804 Turban to Larsen Pavilion

Perry Gerhart of 5909 Lucina to 3633 King’s Crown

Betty Gibson of 3611 King’s Crown to Larsen Pavilion

Dorothy Grapes of 139 Macoma to 1629 King’s Crown (temp)

Robert Muller of 8305 Arbor to 8405 Arbor

Myrtle Nelson of Larsen Pavilion to 2620 King’s Crown

Clark Nixon of 420 Royal Bonnet to 1631 King’s Crown

Robert H. & Mary Jane C. Rawlins of 6808 Turban to 16325 OnPar Blvd. 481-8780

Klaus A. & Mary Ann D. Saegebarth of Sanibel, FL, and 247Tellidora to 11511 Oakmont (part-time residents)

John & Jane-Linn Small of 5800 Turban to 16343 On Par Blvd481-7305

Ralph L. & Dorothy P. Suechting of Sanibel, FL, & 1105 Cameoto 4401 Sundial 489-2530

Richard & Susan L. Uhleman of 318 Nautilus to 317 Nautilus466-6898

Alice Van Atta of Larsen Pavilion to 1632 King’s Crown

Robert Wieder of 8308 Arbor to 405 Royal Bonnet

Jo Auda Wilkin of Larsen Pavilion to 1632 Kings Crown

Paul L. & Sandra K. Williamson of 232 Tellidora to 16036 OnPar Blvd. 481-3751

Updates/Corrections to Resident RosterNellie Barr married Carl Friske – they reside at 106 Macoma

489-2557Harry & Charlotte Biffar – 267-2756

The volunteer staff of the Shell Point Library cordially extendsmany thanks to you, the Shell Point residents who so generouslycontributed to the Library Fund Drive. Your support shows howmuch you value the services of the library and the people who sotirelessly work to ensure that it meets the high standards set by theother amenities at Shell Point.

If you are a newcomer to Shell Point, know that the library is awelcoming place to obtain informative or relaxing reading, view-ing, and listening materials. No library card is needed, no late finesare imposed, and requests for new material are seriously consideredby the volunteer committee in charge of the library.

The library is located in the Resident Activity Center (RAC)and is open Monday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.,and Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m.

Annual Library Fund Drive—MissionAccomplished


Memorial Day, originally calledDecoration Day, is a day of remem-brance for those who have died in ournation’s service. Memorial Daywas officially proclaimed onMay 5, 1868, by GeneralJohn Logan. It was firstobserved on May 30,1868, when flowerswere placed on the gravesof Union and Confed-erate soldiers at ArlingtonNational Cemetery, whichrecognizes the day annually withspecial ceremonies.

The first state to officially recognizethe holiday was New York, in 1873. By1890, it was recognized by all of the north-

ern states. The South refused toacknowledge the day, honoring

their dead on separate daysuntil after World War I,when the holiday changedfrom honoring just thosewho died fighting in theCivil War to honoring

Americans who died fight-ing in any war. It is now cele-

brated in almost every state onthe last Monday in May.

A Memorial Day Salute to Shell Point VeteransYou are cordially invited to attend a

special honorary event that has beenplanned by the King’s Crown staff tosalute your distinctive service to ourcountry.

This traditional Memorial Day“thank you” will feature the Cape CoralVFW Post 8463 Honor Guard, a musicaltribute to each service area, and cookiesand punch.

If you’re a veteran, please join us tobe recognized with your fellow veterans,on Wednesday, May 30, at 1:15 p.m. inthe King’s Crown parking structure.

Call 489-8400 for info about Shell Point Salon services

Matrix, Nioxin, Repechage, Creative, OPI

Mother’s Day MONTH OF MAY Special

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAYFROM THE SALONS AT SHELL POINT!

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, this is agreat time to schedule your appointment for a newpermanent wave, color, or fresh cut and style.

Shell Point is lucky to have so many ladies with a greathistory to share. We have enjoyed getting to know all of you“Special Moms”!

The Salons would like to express our appreciation foryour business and support by offering 10% off our retail prod-ucts during the month of May, with the coupon below. Thisis a great opportunity to stock up on your favorite shampoo,hairspray, or skin care products for use at home.

These products – or a Salon Gift Certificate — are alwaysa popular and a great way to say “I love you” to that specialperson in your life. Happy Mother’s Day wishes from theentire Salon team!

All Retail ProductsTAKE 10% OFFcoupon expires

5/31/07

A computer worm is a subversiveself-replicating computer program. Ituses a network to send copies of itself toother computers and it may do so withoutyour knowledge. Unlike a virus, it does notneed to attach itself to an existing program.Worms always harm the network, even ifonly by consuming bandwidth, whichmeans they continue to expand throughoutthe system and take up room on the net-work, putting more “traffic on the high-way,” so to speak. This means that every-one’s Internet slows down because thebandwidth is being used (clogged) to ahigher degree, whereas viruses always infector corrupt files on a targeted computer.

Not only could your computer be

affected, but it affects everyone who sharesthe same bandwidth! Everyone experiencesa slowdown when the network becomesjammed with these copies.

To eliminate worms from your systemand to prevent them from being shared,each individual who uses a personal com-puter with Microsoft Windows softwareMUST update their system. This shouldnot be a problem because Microsoft sendsout the necessary updates free of charge.Your Microsoft updates need to be currentat all times. Updates are usually postedthe first Tuesday of everymonth. For Windows 98,NT, ME, 2000, XP, orVista, you can do this

via Internet Explorer, Tools, WindowsUpdates. At the minimum, you need toinstall the security updates.

In addition to maintaining yourMicrosoft updates, you also need to have

a current version of anti-virus soft-ware installed. Examples would beMcAfee, Symantec, TrendMicro,or CA. It’s important to periodical-ly have your anti-virus software

scan your entire hard disk. If you need help, contact a

professional company, suchas ComputerMedics. Theycan be reached

at 433-1529.

A NATIONAL DAY OF REMEMBRANCEMemorial Day—

Does Your Computer Have a WORM?


Coming up

The first seminar inthis three-part series begins

on Tuesday, May 8, at 10:15 a.m. in theHospitality Room of The Village Church.Stan and Beth Doerr, from the locally basedECHO (Ecological Concerns for HungerOrganization), will bring a wealth of expe-rience and expertise to share about a suc-cessful vegetable garden-ing project in Mauritania.To have success with agarden on the very edgeof the Sahara Desert isremarkable in and ofitself. But even moresurprising is that the gar-dening is done in old cartires! But you’ll have toattend the presenta-tion to get the detailson Planting: GrowingVegetables From a Tire.

Stan and Beth havelived and worked on almost every conti-nent, making an effort to impact the world’spoor through agricultural community devel-opment. Following their post-secondaryeducational pursuits, they each worked inseveral different countries prior to meetingin Malawi in 1992, where Stan hired Bethas an agriculturist.

As a couple they became agriculturalconsultants with Chapin Living WatersFoundation in Asia, Africa, Latin America,and the Caribbean. In 2000 they moved toMauritania to work with World Vision. Thesmall town of Kiffa, with an average rainfall ofless than eight inches, is comprised of sand,sparse thorn bushes, and a desperate, recently

nomadic population,which provided thebackdrop for theirchallenge. The intro-duction of kitchengardens in a tire result-ed in a radical trans-formation in Kiffa.

Stan is currentlythe executive direc-tor/CEO at ECHOand Beth serves asthe intern co-coordi-nator and Moringatree specialist, as well

as continuing with international agricultur-al consulting. A number of Shell Point res-idents volunteer on a regular basis at theECHO demonstration farm in North FortMyers, where Stan and Beth are based.

All Shell Point residents are welcometo attend what will be a most intriguingand inspiring presentation.

Women’s Ministries Summer Seminar Series

Planting,Preventing, and Pampering

Using a discarded tire to create a tiregarden is an eco-friendly means of tak-ing potentially hazardous landfill andturning it into something productiveagain. Since used tires are so prevalentthroughout the world, this type of con-tainer garden is especially adaptable foruse in developing nations.

Once again this summer, Women’s Ministries of The Village Church is pleased to present the Summer Seminar Series. Enjoy the diversity of these

presentations, as we explore Planting, Preventing, and Pampering.

About The Moringa Tree

The Moringa tree can becultivated for its edibleleaves, which containseven times the vitamin Cof oranges, four times thecalcium and two times theprotein of milk, four timesthe vitamin A of carrots,and three times the potas-

sium in bananas. Experts agree the long-termsolution to malnutrition is the use of foods rich inthe essential nutrients often lacking in people’s diets– and Moringa leaves are one of the richest sourcesof such nutrients. Even small amounts of theleaves could protect thousands of people from suf-fering and death.

Beth Doerr, Moringa tree specialist andStan Doerr, executive director of ECHO willpresent “Planting: Growing VegetablesFrom a Tire.”

Tire Gardens

The Moringa tree’s leavesare harvested and carried

back to populated areasfor processing.

June: PreventingJune’s Preventingpresentation will featureCarole Clark, ARNP, on Supplements andPreventing Stroke, tak-ing place on Tuesday,June 5, at 10:15 a.m.

July: PamperingJuly’s Pampering presenta-tion is on massage therapy,nutrition, and benefits oftouch. Mark your calendarfor Tuesday, July 10, andjoin Shell Point Salon’s,

Gail Johnson, esthetician and massagetherapist, for a beneficial look at self care.


Amazing and Empowered by God!On Wednesday, May 16, Women’sMinistries at The Village Church takesanother exciting look into what God’s peo-ple are doing at home and around the world.This month we will feature a mother, anauthor, a medical lab technician, a foster par-ent, a former MK (missionary kid), the headof a humanitarian child welfare organizationin Liberia, an adoption consultant for specialneeds children, and the niece of two ShellPoint residents, Lena Ross (Periwinkle) andEsther Plankenhorn (Sand Dollar). Some ofyou may be pondering what kind of panel dis-cussion this could possibly be, but in realitythese eight roles all describe one amazingwoman: Patty Anglin of Wisconsin andLiberia.

Patty grew up the child of medical mis-sionaries to Africa and, at the age of 12, hada vision to serve the Lord in Africa. God hada plan, a person, and His own purposefultimetable.

Years later found Patty working as amedical lab technician, while her husbandHarold, served as a public school teacher.An overheard conversation led to becom-ing foster parents to at least 250 kids!

Before long, the Anglin family addedeight adopted special needs children to theirseven biological children. Their family is a vir-tual mini-United Nations, as the adopted kidscome from several ethnic groups and foreigncountries. If the story ended here it would beamazing and inspiring, but there’s more.

A number of years ago Patty was trou-bled by the vast numbers of children in

Liberia who were orphaned by the devasta-tion of the 14-year civil war. That troubledfeeling led her to have a hopeful vision andcreate a plan to bring hope to a country inneed. She founded Acres of Hope, a non-profit humanitarian effort in Liberia, WestAfrica, and is now Executive Director.

Acres of Hope is dedicated to improv-ing the lives of all of Liberia’s childrenthrough schools (Project ABC), feedingprograms (Project Grow), orphanage work(Project Hope), and health clinics (ProjectCare). Patty’s motto, “I can do some-thing!” has brought hope to the helplessand delight to the despairing.

All are invited to hear Patty’s energeticstory about Acres of Hope on Wednesday,May 16, at 10:15 a.m. in the HospitalityRoom at The Village Church.

Patti Anglin, founder and executive directorof Acres of Hope, a non-profit humanitarianeffort dedicated to improving the lives of chil-dren in Liberia.

Acres of Hope is a humanitarian organiza-tion focusing its energy and resources tomeet the needs of the people in Africa suf-fering from hunger, poverty, disease, illit-eracy, and despair. Serving globally withcompassion and maintaining high stan-dards of integrity and accountability,Acres of Hope will effectively demonstrateGod's love by bringing hope to the hope-less through work and action.

Facts about Liberia:•Population: 3.3 million

(68% under 15 yrs.)•Life expectancy: 42 years•Capital: Monrovia•Official Language: English•Unemployment: 90%•Illiteracy rate approximately 85%•Health care: virtually nonexistent

"In every community there is work tobe done. In every nation there are

wounds to heal. In every heart thereis the power to do it."—Unknown

Every Sunday morning The VillageChurch endeavors to fulfill our mis-sion, relating people to God and to eachother. Beginning on Sunday, May 6, at the10:15 a.m. worship service, Pastor KenNesselroade will begin a series of sermons onthe compound names of God from the OldTestament. These names are filled withthe imagery of God’s care. In the names,

the needs of people are seen alongside thesufficiency of God to meet those needs.

Throughout the summer months, adistinct compound name of God will beemphasized each Sunday morning. Joinyour friends and neighbors as we worshipthe God of the Bible and take this weeklyjourney into a more detailed and practicalunderstanding of our great God.

The Shell Point Variety Show took place on Tuesday, April 3, in the ChurchAuditorium. Over ten different performers, ranging from singers, to dancers, to anoriginal skit, performed by the staff of The Village Church, graced the auditorium,entertaining a capacity crowd.

The show opened with Shell Point’s own 007 — Scott “James Bond” Moore,who apparently spends his evening hours thwarting crime (and property managerRuss Rieder), taking care of a few ner’-do-wells who showed up uninvited. Withthose villains properly disposed of, Scott took his place as emcee for the evening,welcoming the large crowd and introducing the wide variety of performers.

Cellana resident Jim Horton kicked off the performances, wowing the crowdwith an a capella rendition of God Made a Man.Following Jim was the recorder duet of BobChamberlain and Joan Walton.

It wasn’t just residents that got in on the fun.Carol Cooper, activities leader at the King’sCrown, dazzled the crowd with her rendition ofClimb Every Mountain. Larry and Marj Fosejoined their voices in a musical duet of I Wish IWas in Love Again. Five members of the ministrystaff of The Village Church combined their actingprowess in an original skit, entitled “BoredMeeting.”

Photos clockwise from left: Carol Coopersang a medley; Scott Moore served as an entertaining emcee; Rev. Ralph Lewis sang the Green-Eyed Dragon with exuberance; Jerry Palmquist, Jim Davey, David Nesselroade, and NealClarke harmonized; Ray Nandal juggled; and Phil Steen played the hammered dulcimer.

THE SHELL POINTVARIETY SHOW

Quick! Where can you finda juggling clown, a car enthusiastwho plays the hammered dulcimer,line dancers, and a barbershopquartet? Give up? Well, if you said“Star Search,” you’d be wrong ...but, if you guessed Shell Point,you’d be right on the money!

“We are all jugglers in some way. At times it is difficult to keep all the balls in the air and things inorder, but try to start each day with a smile on your face and a song in your heart, and be kind to

each other and everything will be all right.” —Juggler and Nautilus resident, Ray Nandal

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Shell Point Life May 2007