May 2010 Volume 6 Issue 5

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The Highland Highlights
“For the Residents by the Residents”
Editors: Chris Weegar, Vicki Rudegeair
MAY 2010
VOLUME 6, ISSUE 5
Your Community Needs You
May 1st - Boc Towers Concert
May 9th - Mother’s Day Dinner
May 15th - Community Business Meeting
(election of Community Secretary)
May 30th - Memorial Day Celebration
To date no one has volunteered to run
for the position of Community
Secretary. This position is essential
with the adoption of our new procedural
guidelines and should require no more
than a couple of hours each month.
If you can serve our community in
this important capacity,
please call Ken Nicholson.
April Community Meeting Summary
The meeting was opened on Saturday, April 3rd at 9:00 AM by Donna VanWieren. The pledge of
allegiance was followed by a prayer.
Roy Raker spoke about a trip to Arabian Nights Dinner Theater on June 4th. Anyone interested
in attending may call Roy Raker before May 6th. Cost is $33.00 per person, including tax and
tip.
The Treasurer’s report was given by Ann LaFontaine.
The Social Committee report was given by Chris Weegar. A Mother’s Day dinner will be held on May 9th, July 10th
is a show at the Show Palace, and a Memorial Day Event is being planned.
Cindy Altenbach and Linda Bostwick offered to clean up after events for a fee rather than paying non-residents for
cleaning services.
Ray Pawlicki reported that there were three break-ins in the past month. The Golf Course and the Highlands are
looking into security alarms and cameras. He is looking for new members for the security patrol. Ed Rine suggested
the locks on the clubhouse doors be changed to self locking ones.
Nora Spires introduced Elena McCullough, who is running for house district 61.
The new guidelines passed 95 to 9. The community will now elect a secretary to take minutes of the meetings.
Anyone interested may sign up with Ken Nicholson and the election will be held before the May meeting. The May
meeting will be held on the 3rd Saturday of May as per the new guidelines.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:40 AM
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Jayne Haas
Vicki Rudegeair
Bill Davis
Bill DiFranco
Lorraine Davenport
Allen Brown
Ken Davenport
Pat Koepke
Joe Salvaty
5/7
5/10
5/12
5/12
5/14
5/15
5/23
5/23
5/23
Mary Ann Tuday
Zoe-Ann Lyons
Nancy Meech
Pat Dixon
Ron & Sue Wiesbrook
Gary & Donna Kriston
Ken & Joyce White
Jim & Sue Bayes
Jerry & Norma Blank
Ken & Lorraine Davenport
George & Jeannette Beaulieu
Don & Priscilla McLachlan
Bob & Barbara Williams
5/27
5/29
5/29
5/30
5/1
5/4
5/6
5/13
5/21
5/22
5/25
5/28
5/28
If we missed you, we’re sorry, but it’s because we don’t know of your special days. To ensure that you are remembered, please
submit your birthday and anniversary information to [email protected] or drop a note in the Newsletter box on
the bulletin board in the clubhouse.
In Memoriam
Rob Hendricks of 9102 Masters Blvd. lost his brother Joseph in April.
We would like to thank everyone from our Highlands family for their kind thoughts,
cards, and prayers in the recent death of Bill’s mom. God Bless You All.
Judy and Bill Ricker
Jo Basile, Donna VanWieren, Judy Ricker,
Anne Traub, Nancy Meech, Betty Thibault,
Mary Marz, Norma Specht, Juanita Byrd,
Maureen Russo, Chris Weegar, Barb Geiling,
Terri Pawlicki, Lynda Chynoweth,
Nora Walsh, Mariana Marz, Joan Theologes,
Marie Garfinkel, Sharon Proue
The Sunshine Committee lends support and a helping hand to
residents experiencing health challenges or dealing with grief.
We are prepared to make hospital and home visits, send cards,
bring home-made soup, provide
transportation for doctor visits,
and help with pets in absences due
to crises.
Please call Jo Basile or any other committee member if you desire any of these services, if you know of a neighbor
who needs help, or if you are interested in helping this committee in any way.
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Charlie Basile
Jo Basile
Pat Carey
Marie Garfinkel
Gene Henry
Linda Kartes
Sign-up Sheets
Fran Larson
Terry Pawlicki
Joe Salvaty
John Schaeffer
Chris Weegar
Ken White
Up-Coming Social Committee
Sponsored Events
May 1st - Concert at Bok Tower
May 9th - Mothers’ Day Dinner
May 30th - Memorial Day Celebration
June 6th - Soup & Salad Game Night
June 20th - Fathers’ Day Event
July 10th - Showplace Dinner Theatre
If you are interested in participating
in an event, please be sure to sign up
on the appropriate sign-up sheet
hanging on the Clubhouse Bulletin
Board. We need to know as early as
possible the level of interest in events
so that planning and supply purchases
are on target. Even if you wait to
purchase your tickets, we appreciate
knowing your intentions.
Please see the Clubhouse Bulletin Board for
event details and sign up sheets for the Social
Committee sponsored events.
If you are
interested in helping with a particular event or
just in general, contact any one of the Social
Committee members. They can always use help
with ticket sales, setup, serving, and breakdown
of setups.
Sunday, May 9th
Tickets $10 in advance
$12 at the door
1:00 PM
Salad Bar w/Cold Steak Strips, Prime Rib, Stuffed Pork Loin, Rice,
Stuffed Chicken Breast w/ Shrimp, Crab and Scallops in a Light Sauce,
Assorted Vegetables, Bread & Butter,
Fruit, Cheese Cake, Beverages
Ticket sales at the door will stop at 1:00PM when the serving line opens.
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Hot Dog Night
We still meet the Wednesday after the Community
meeting, but because that is now the 3rd Saturday,
our next gathering is:
Wednesday, May 19th at 5:30PM
PLEASE SIGN-UP IF YOU WISH TO COME
We will be serving both grilled or steamed 1/4 lb. “Hebrew National” dogs,
delicious baked beans, and chips.
Top it off with mustard, relish, onions, sauerkraut, or celery salt.
Don’t forget to bring your own beverage.
Hot Dogs are $1.25, Beans are $.50 and Chips are $.25 or $2.00 for all.
Ice Cream is $.25 extra.
Ann & Marty Flowers
American Legion Color Guard Demonstration
by our Memorial Garden
May 30th, 2010
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Tick
Cook-Out After the Demonstration
Hamburgers & Hot Dogs, Fried Chicken,
Potato Salad, Macaroni Salad, Cole Slaw,
And more . . .
Including Banana Splits for dessert
Please sign up on the sheet on the bulletin
board if you plan on participating.
Tickets sold at the door only
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SATURDAY NIGHT, MAY 15th AT THE CLUBHOUSE
NO CHARGE
7:00 TO 10:00 PM
DONATIONS ACCEPTED
BRING YOUR OWN DRINKS AND SNACKS
The Show Palace
Dinner Theater
Saturday, July 10, 2010
MUSIC
MUSIC
MUSIC PROVIDED
PROVIDED
PROVIDED BY
BY
BY RON
RON
RON
COLLINS
COLLINS
COLLINS
COUNTRY,
COUNTRY,
COUNTRY, OLDIES,
OLDIES,
OLDIES,
OLDIES, LINEDANCE
LINEDANCE
LINEDANCE
LINEDANCE
COUNTRY,
COUNTRY,
COUNTRY,
OLDIES,
OLDIES,
LINEDANCE
LINEDANCE
RED, WHITE AND TUNA
An All-American Comedy Classic
Written by Jaston Williams, Joe Sears
and Ed Howard
For the past few years Matthew McGee and Candler Budd have broken box office records throughout the Bay Area
in Greater Tuna and A Tuna Christmas. The Show Palace is delighted to premiere the third installment in this
classic comedy series. Red, White and Tuna brings along all of the favorite denizens of Tuna along with some brand
new characters as they burst into the 4th of July Tuna High School reunion. This sets the stage for a show full of
fireworks and fun from the land where the lions are too liberal and Patsy Cline never dies.
Contact Pat Carey if interested. A sign-up sheet is on the board.
Financial Summary of Social Committee Clubhouse Events To Date in 2010
During the first 4 months of 2010 the Social Committee hosted 8 events in the Highlands clubhouse. All
were quite successful with attendance ranging from 79 to 156 participants. As during 2009, events were
priced at a cost recovery level. Given the number of variables affecting both revenues as well as costs, the
final net of each single event deviates from zero. The Social Committee factors in prior and anticipated
profits and losses when setting tickets prices for future events.
The table reflects profit/loss for each of the events produced in 2010.
If you are interested in more
detail, the Social Committee’s
financial report is on file and
available for review in Judy Mack’s
office. Questions or requests for
clarification should be raised with
Marie Garfinkel, the Social
Committee’s Comptroller.
Social Committee’s By-Laws Amended
At the April Social Committee meeting members voted to amend its by-laws to reflect nomenclature
recommendations recently ratified in Highlands’ Community Procedural Guidelines. Anyone who wishes to
review the By-Laws can download them from http://www.floridahighlands.com/papers/sbbylaws.pdf
By Francine Larson
Tiffy Escapes The Alligators Just Like Time Escapes Us
And
Signs of Spring In The Highlands Are Popping Out All
Over: Bittersweet?
Tiffy Escapes The Alligators Just Like Time Escapes Us
Years ago Jim and I were fortunate enough to have a house right on the canal of Lake Tarpon. One day when we
were taking a boat ride, we decided to take our poodle Tiffany (Tiffy) with us. Tiffy had never been on the boat
before and didn't know boat etiquette. Before I knew it, she was sitting on the bow of the boat and letting her
ears flop, enjoying the refreshing breeze. I guess I didn't realize she couldn't balance on the bow and soon I
heard a plop. Yep, there was Tiffy in an alligator-infested body of water paddling for all she was worth. (Prior to
this, I had heard our neighbor Mr. Potter tell stories about small dogs that were eaten by the gators.) I panicked.
"Jim, stop the boat," I yelled as I stared at Tiffy paddling for dear life.
" I can't just put on the brakes and stop the boat. It's not a car, you know. I have to put it in reverse.”
I looked at Tiffy as the boat slowly drifted towards her. She was still several yards away from the boat. It
seemed like several miles. It also seemed like several hours before the boat stopped and Tiffy caught up. Finally,
I was able to reach down and rescue my exhausted, sweet Tiffy. I breathed a sigh of relief that the alligators had
spared her.
That's the way time is. You can't just put on the brakes and stop it. You have to allow it to drift and let happen all
the things and experiences you have good or bad happen. You can't put time in a bottle or freeze it. It's all about
being in the moment.
Sylvia Bedford-Pierce said, “Reflect on what has come before. Anticipate that there will be a future. Accept
every present moment. You have found the key to what we call time.”
Signs of Spring In The Highlands Are Popping Out All Over:
Bittersweet?
I stared in wonder this morning as I realized the Chinaberry Tree in the back yard had popped out all kind of green
leaves just on cue. Like an orchestra being led by a conductor, the Chinaberry Tree knows it is spring and it is time
to “pop out.” I noted this morning the Cardinals were finally making a visit to the Chinaberry Trees. (The male
Cardinal is bright red and can’t be missed. The female does have some red on her, but she is not as showy as the
male.) There are other signs that spring has come to the Highlands. Flowers are popping out all over. The orange
blossoms have an aroma that is so fragrant and sweet. I see grandchildren here for spring vacation. Everyone is
pulling up weeds and more weeds.
However, one of the most delightful moments was when I was sitting on Nancy Meech’s back porch (with a group of
Highland Ladies). Someone noticed something spectacular.
“Look, everyone, look!” The Pine Tree in Nancy’s back yard was studded with little golden crosses.
The Pine Trees knew it was Easter Season, as well as spring. (I have read that a few weeks before Easter or
spring, the tallest shoot will branch off and form a cross. As the days go by, the crosses multiply and soon the
tallest tree branches will bear small yellow crosses.) We all were taken aback by the miracle of nature and how all
nature announces spring. (If you want to see a picture of how that tree looked, go to:
http://wandascountryhome.com/pinetrees/index.
The biggest change in the Highlands that happens in the spring is the sad fact that some of our friends will go back
to their second home up north. It makes spring bittersweet. They are Highland family members who add richness
and warmth to our lives. However, just like the other signs of spring that know when it is time to “pop out,” they
also know when it is time to “pop out” and leave. We will miss them, but they also know when it is time to come back
to the Highlands. We’ll look for the signs of fall and realize they will also know when it is time to come back.
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Putting Contest - 9:30AM
$1.00 for 3 balls
Golf
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COME
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US!!!!
Dinner for all players 5PM at Scotland
Yards courtesy of Hometown America
The fee for players to bring a guest for dinner is $19
payable to Linda Bostwick no later than July 1st.
Our Bingo players are so faithful that Bingo will continue
through the summer. If you haven’t tried Bingo, this is the
perfect time to start!
Bingo is every Thursday night at 7:00 PM. We are usually
through by 9PM. Cards are only $5.00!
The Bingo Committee
PROCEDURAL GUIDELINES
The Procedural Guidelines presented during the March 6th Community Meeting were voted on prior to the April
3rd Community Meeting. The Guidelines were ACCEPTED by a vote of 95 FOR and 9 AGAINST.
Pursuant to the accepted Procedural Guidelines:
The next Community Business Meeting will be held on Saturday, May 15th at 9:00 a.m. (Business Meetings are
held on the 3rd Saturday in odd numbered months, Social Meetings are held on the 3rd Saturday in even
numbered months.)
Jim Bayes has been appointed to serve as a moderator at business meetings and at the close of social
meetings when an active motion from the prior business meeting is to be discussed. In addition to serving
as a moderator, Jim will develop a roster of additional moderators to serve on a rotating basis. Anyone
interested in serving as a moderator should contact Jim.
Any resident wishing to place an item on the business meeting agenda should inform the meeting moderator at
least 48 hours prior to the meeting.
The position of Community Secretary will be voted on prior to the May 15th Community Business Meeting.
Anyone interested in becoming a candidate for this position should contact Ken Nicholson.
Ballot Committee
Editor’s Note: A printable version of the accepted Procedural Guidelines is posted on our website at:
http://www.floridahighlands.com/papers/communityguidelines.pdf
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I am very excited to introduce you to our featured restaurant for this month! It has quickly become one of our
very favorite places to eat! Mystic Fish, Seafood Grill & Bar, in Palm Harbor is GREAT! It was pure chance, when
we discovered this wonderful place. An out of town friend picked it by description and location, from the
automobile club guide book. Imagine our surprise when we saw that it was in the same shopping strip as the
restaurant I wrote about in my FIRST column (alas, it is not there any longer).
Mystic Fish opened in 2001 and has repeatedly been voted one of the 50 best restaurants in Tampa Bay. It is a top
quality seafood restaurant but holds its own in the beef and poultry department as well. Patrons are offered daily
specials as well as early bird specials. The soup choices are delicious and there are 11 appetizers to tantalize your
tastebuds. Lobster in many forms and combinations highlight the varied menu and compete for your selection. If
fish is not your chosen "fancy", the beef. chicken and lamb are outstanding. Servings are adequate or generous but
in case you have a little empty space left, heavenly desserts await you.
Here are a few menu choices and prices. All entrees are served with fresh vegetable and choice of mashed
potatoes or rice and a field green salad:
Lobster Bisque
$5.25
Kona Seared Atlantic Salmon
$17
Bronzed Chilean Seabass
$24
(my favorite)
Alaskan King Crab Legs
$26 (pound)
$16 (8 oz.)
Live Maine Lobsters
$24 (1 1/4 lb.)
New England Rack of Lamb
$26
(large serving, Allen loved them)
Herb Crusted Chicken
$17
Brandt Choice Sirloin
$18 (8 oz.),
Choice Rib Eye
$26 (14 oz.)
New York Strip
$29 center cut (12 oz.)
I'm getting too hungry to continue! Try it yourself, you won't be sorry!
Mystic Fish
3253 Tampa Road
Palm Harbor, FL.34684
1-727-771-1800
Dianne Brown
(in the Shoppes at Cloverplace, corner Lake St. George)
(reservations not required but I strongly suggest them)
Please Help Support Our Troops
As many of you remember, last year we did a coffee collection for our troops and had Bob
Williams from Support The Troops, Inc. in Wesley Chapel mail these items overseas.
Rob and I have continued to bring items to him, but mostly golf balls. In February when we
dropped off hundreds of pounds of golf balls, we also gave him a check for $100.00. A few
days later we received a letter along with a DVD.
On your table at the next meeting will be a copy of that letter and I have requested the video be played. Be
forewarned--I will be asking for monetary donations, so bring your checkbook with your check payable to
Postmaster in any amount. He can use every dollar we can give him.
Thank you for your continued support of our troops.
Rob and Pat Hendricks
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Meet Your Highlands Family — JIM AND DENISE KOZELSKY
Jim and Denise moved into their home on Tee Time Road four years ago. They
share their home with their pets: Duchess their 12 year old mastiff, Kenny a
terrier, their 5 year old cat, and the newest member of the family - Zippie - who is
a 12 week puppy. Their daughter found Zippie alongside a country road and Denise
just couldn’t say “no”. Jim and Denise take care of pets whose owners live in the
Highlands and work or go on vacation. They both have a great love for animals.
Jim is from Pennsylvania and Denise is from Wisconsin. They have been together for about 7 years and they have
been married for two years. Jim and Denise met while working at a customer service job in Tampa.
Denise has three children, a son and daughter in the Zephyrhills area, and a son in Wisconsin. She also has six
grandchildren in the Zephyrhills area. Jim has a daughter in Maryland and a son in Wesley Chapel. He has two
grandchildren in Wesley Chapel and four in Maryland.
Jim retired sixteen years ago from his own interior and custom window treatment business. Since retiring he has
worked at one or two jobs to keep himself busy. While in Wisconsin, Denise worked for the printing company
"Quad Graphics”. Now she is a practicing massage therapist. When she turned fifty, she went to college to get
her training. The majority of her clients come to her through a government subsidized AMI program that helps
physical, mentally challenged people and people with neck and back injuries. On her own time she does personal
massages in client’s homes. (Check the Highlands newsletter under the classified section for her ad.)
Jim's interests are playing golf, fishing, and all types of sports. Denise enjoys doing yard work, sewing and craft
projects. They both enjoy pet sitting and white water rafting.
Last year Jim and Denise went to Alaska. They encourage everyone to travel to Alaska.
Barb Geiling
Backpacks are available at local discount stores.
Wal-Mart carries them for $8-12.
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Activity Update
Highland Lassies' Luncheon
Yoga & Cardio Classes
Informal Water Aerobics
Women’s social group meets occasionally
for lunch at area restaurants. Hostess
changes with each outing. See bulletin
board for details and schedule.
Held every Tuesday and Friday from
12-2:00 back-to-back. Thursdays are
cardio only at 9:00. Classes are
designed for all levels. Please join us!
(Fee $5/day)
Linda Bostwick
Informal gathering of the ladies for
water aerobics Monday thru Friday at
7:30 during warm weather months.
Char Lanius
Mah Jongg
Players meet in the clubhouse card room
for games on:
Sunday
2:00 PM (open & beginners)
Monday
12:30 PM
Wednesday 6:30 PM (open)
Thursday 1:00 PM (open)
Friday
2:00 PM (open)
A mahjongg marathon is normally held
on the first Monday of each month
starting at 9:30 AM.
Poker
Regular poker and Texas Hold ’em games
every Wednesday at 6:30 PM in the
clubhouse.
Al Rodier
Ping Pong/Table Tennis
Tuesday & Thursday mornings at 10AM.
All are invited to play at the clubhouse.
Perry Russo & Marty Flowers
Bunco
Games are held the second Monday,
third Tuesday, fourth Wednesday, and a
Sunday toward the end of each month.
Times and locations vary.
Jackie Davio or Pat Carey
Tennis
We meet for tennis every Wednesday
and Saturday morning at 8 AM.
Everyone is invited.
Gil Rousseau
Bingo
Bingo is every Thursday at 7 PM.
Doors open at 6:30. Cost is $5.00.
John Schaeffer
Singles Group
Group normally meets several times
during the month for social activities.
Call Gail Tumelty for information and
current month’s activities.
Yarn Crafters
Meet on Wednesdays at 11:00 AM in
the craft room to make pieces for
charities. Come to enjoy the company
and learn to knit or crochet.
Char Lanius
Lassies’ Cards
Wednesday evenings at 6:30 the ladies
get together to play cards. Come for
the fun!
Mary Marz
Quilting
Euchre
Quilting Classes meet Mondays at
12:30PM and Wednesdays at 1:00PM.
See bulletin board for training session
announcements. Fee information and
supply lists available.
Lorraine Davenport
Tuesday nights at 7 PM in the
Clubhouse card room. Please sign up
beforehand if you want to play.
Lorraine Davenport
Ceramics
Meets on Saturday mornings at 10:00
a.m. All are welcome to play.
Joe Salvaty
Using supplies in our craft room,
ceramics instruction is provided every
Tuesday from 11:30 until 1:30PM for
$5 a session.
Chris Weegar
Bible Study
Cribbage
Women’s group meets 10AM ‘til noon on
Tuesdays in Maureen Russo’s home.
Tournaments held every Tuesday at
2:00 in the craft room. $1 toward
prizes.
Mickey White
Bocci Ball
Men’s group meets Tuesdays, 7-8 PM in
the clubhouse library. Bill Hoff
Ladies Water Aerobics
Except when cold weather (below 50)
intrudes, water exercise classes for
women meet on Monday, Wednesday,
and Friday at 8:45AM.
$1 per
session.
Joan Rodier
Pegs & Jokers
Meets every Saturday in the Clubhouse
at 6:45 PM. New players are always
welcome.
Sandy Hoff
Koffee Klatch
An informal get together of neighbors
for coffee in the clubhouse at 9:00
every Saturday that the main room
isn’t in use. New residents are
especially welcome.
Mariana Marz
Shuffleboard
Co-ed Shuffleboard meets Thursday at
10:00 AM. All are welcome.
Scott Lyons
ROMEOS
Men's social group meets periodically
to dine out and visit local area
attractions. See bulletin board for
details of events. Host determined by
event.
Pinochle
Organized play on Mondays 7—9 PM.
Bob Svetovich
Line Dancing
Weekly lessons on Friday mornings at
10AM. $3 per lesson.
Ann Flowers
Suspended until next fall
• High Notes and Foot Notes
• Bird Watching
• Horseshoes
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TWEETS and CHIRPS from the Highlands Birding Group
Our April trip to Caladesi / Honeymoon Island was just fabulous, a very
nice ending to this season of bird watching until fall. Riding over the
Dunedin Causeway to reach Honeymoon Island was just the beginning of
a wonderful, sun-drenched, inspiring day. The weather was absolutely
perfect! We began our day by taking a ferry over to Caladesi as the
only access to the island is by boat. The name Caladesi is Spanish for
“beautiful bayou” and is Old Florida, with its mangroves, boardwalks to
its “best beach” status year after year and its nature trail. What is so
noticeable is that Caladesi is untouched by development.
While having lunch we observed our highlight of the trip. An Osprey had caught a very large fish, perched itself on the mast of a huge sailboat and proceeded to eat his meal (see featured bird). He was about fifty
yards from us. He stayed on his perch for quite some time and we were able to photograph and view him with
our binoculars.
We ferried back to Honeymoon Island and visited the Nature Center which was excellent and the views from
the Center’s elevated deck were spectacular. As a natural area you are able to observe three separate ecosystems - mangroves with wading birds; pine flatwoods with songbirds and raptors; and on the Gulf of Mexico
side, shore birds. On occasion Great Blue Herons, Spoonbills, Snowy Egrets and other species have been seen
feeding in the estuaries and beaches. At low tide the elevated observation deck offers views of wading birds
around sea grass, sights of the surrounding area, and of St. Joseph Sound. On the nature trails can be found
armadillos and gopher tortoises. Originally called Hog Island, the history of the Honeymoon Island is quite
unique. Developer Clinton Washburn from New York purchased the Island in 1939 and with the assistance of
LIFE magazine held a contest for newlyweds. Winners had the chance to stay in thatched palm-frond huts
(since demolished) for a two-week honeymoon, hence the name - Honeymoon Island. In the 1940‘s access to
the island was by plane only. Present day there is a causeway giving you access to the Island.
A few of the birds we saw are as follows: Cowbird, juvenile Green Heron, Great White Egret, Cormorant, and a
Pelican. A complete list compiled by Geanne Raker is posted in the Community Center. This is our last article
for the season. We hope to see you all again in the Fall.
Featured Bird:
OSPREY
Successful conservation programs have contributed to a point where Ospreys are
fairly common and are year-round residents of Florida. Studies of osprey (a
raptor) provided key evidence in court to block continued use of pesticides and
not long after osprey populations rapidly recovered.
Ospreys are birds of prey and eat mostly fish. After hovering over the water,
then diving, they plunge feet-first into the water to catch fish with its large talons. It is often harassed by bald eagles for its catch. The male has a dark brown
back and white under-belly and the head is white with a dark stripe near the eye
area. Their nests are quite bulky, built in trees, on docks, poles near fresh or saltwater. Ospreys usually mate for life. They produce one brood a year consisting
of 2 to 4 eggs and share incubation duty. The male hunts for fish for the hungry
young and the female feeds them.
References: Cornell Ornithological Lab, Field Guide to Birds, Birds of Florida,
National Geographic Field Guide to Birds of North America
Photography by Valorie
Written by: Geanne Raker and Valorie Catalano
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Yoga and Cardio Classes
Michelle Wilson, our professional fitness instructor, leads yoga and cardio classes in the
clubhouse on the following days and times:
Tuesday
-
Thursday Friday
-
Cardio class
12:00 - 1:00
Cardio/Weight
9:00 - 10:00
Cardio class
12:00 - 1:00
Yoga
1:00 - 2:00
Yoga
1:00 - 2:00
Cost is $5.00 per day (includes both classes on Tuesdays and Fridays — A Bargain!)
Learn about ways to make your cardio workouts effective and efficient. Classes are designed for all levels.
Routines target endurance, calorie burning and more. Equipment needed includes a mat for yoga and sneakers and
light weights for the cardio classes. Feel free to attend any day. Lots of laughs.
Linda Bostwick
Yarn Crafters
We meet once a week, 11:00 to 12:30 on Wednesdays in the craft room. Many of the pieces we
create are given to charitable organizations. If you want to learn how to knit or crochet, there
are experienced needle crafters present to teach you. Our yarn stock is currently very low, so
any and all yarn donations are both needed and appreciated!
Char Lanius
Quilters
MONDAY QUILTERS — The quilters are working on a landscape series of the four seasons. These small
landscapes require lots of imagination and are stitched basically without a pattern. The creativity of each of the
quilters is being challenged but the finished product will be enjoyed by all. At the moment they are creating an
autumn scene which will be followed by a spring scene in the near future.
WEDNESDAY QUILTERS — We are working on our spring foundation piecing project. This class continued
through the month of April and requires some home sewing on the project. The spring blocks will be stitched into
a wall hanging, or door banner. There will be nine blocks in all using a spring flower theme. The ladies began the
paper piecing method on their last project and will be using this method in future projects. Paper piecing is a lot
of fun to stitch although it does require some patience, but the end result is well worth the work.
Lorraine Davenport
Singles Group
The Highlands Singles are keeping very busy eating out, attending various shows, having pot
luck dinners, hiking, and enjoying game nights, etc. We welcome any single who wants to join
in the activities and become a part of our group.
Gail Tumelty
Shuffleboard
Anyone interested in playing should meet at the shuffleboard courts on Thursday mornings
at 10:00 AM. All are welcome, and no experience is necessary.
Scott Lyons
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Ping Pong / Table Tennis
We meet Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 10:00AM ‘til 12:00 noon every week in the
clubhouse (dance floor). Play is open to anyone interested in Ping Pong. We welcome
beginners as well as seasoned veterans, guys and gals, to this exciting and fun game.
Everyone will get turns playing. We do NOT play by National Table Tennis Association
Rules, but rather by House Rules (Perry and Marty’s simple rules).
Perry Russo or Marty Flowers
Ladies Bible Study
We meet Tuesday mornings at 10:00 AM. We come from all different spiritual backgrounds, which
makes our time together so special! Each of us leaves our denomination’s views at the front door
as we journey into the heart of God.
Come and grow with us as we study God’s word and experience the depth of his love for us. It will change your
emotional chemistry. Remember, no books to buy or homework to do. Just come with an open heart and be
blessed. We now have 20-25 people but there is room for you!!
Maureen Russo
Men’s Bible Study
Meets Tuesday evenings at 7:00 PM in the Highlands Clubhouse library. The program is reading and sharing. We
started with the Book of Proverbs. If you are interested or have any questions contact Bill Hoff.
Bunco
There are currently four separate groups playing Bunco; three women’s groups and one
co-ed. Each meets once a month. The women’s groups meet in player’s homes. The coed group plays in the clubhouse card room. The women’s games are held the second
Monday at 7PM, the third Tuesday at 7PM, and the fourth Wednesday at 6:30PM of
each month. The co-ed group meets on a Sunday toward the end of each month at
6:30PM. The cost of each session is $3.00, which is distributed as prize money.
Players are listed as regulars or substitutes. All the groups need subs from time to time and sometimes
replacements. If you are interested in playing in any of the women’s games contact Jackie Davio. If you are
interested in joining the co-ed group, contact Pat Carey.
Bocce Ball
We meet on Saturday mornings at 10:00 AM. Everyone come on out and join us for some
great fun. We play regularly throughout the year.
Joe Salvaty
YARD OF THE MONTH
Lee and Pat Koepke are the recipient of this month's "Yard of
the Month" award given by the Highlands of Scotland Yards.
The Hometown America award sign was posted on Lee and Pat's
yard at 38338 Callaway Blvd on April 26th. As recipients of the
award Lee and Pat received a $25.00 bank gift card.
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Mah Jongg Players
There is organized mah jongg play at the clubhouse several days a week. Most are open
sessions, with play slower at some tables on Sunday to encourage beginners. Regular play is at
12:30 PM every Monday afternoon. Open sessions are held on Sundays at 2:00 PM, Wednesdays
at 6:30 PM, Thursdays at 1:00 PM, and Fridays at 2:00 PM. If you are interested in learning to
play mah jongg, come to one of the “open” sessions or contact any mah jongg player for referral
to an instructor.
Mah jongg marathons are generally held the first Monday of the month starting at 9:30 AM. We play from 12-16
rounds, depending on the speed of play and time available, with a break midway for lunch. For those who want to
order lunch, we generally find someone to pick up Chinese food. $5 per player is collected for the prize fund. All
players are welcome. April’s winners were Debbie Kohn 1st, Vicki Rudegeair 2nd, and Judy Vesely 3rd.
Horseshoes
Horseshoes is over for this season. We’ll be resume in late fall.
Sandy Traub
Line Dancing With Arlene
Join us for weekly lessons in
our Clubhouse
Fridays
10:00 to 11:30AM
$3.00 per lesson
All are welcome, from 1st timers to experienced
dancers. Casual lessons with lots of practice.
S-o-o-o-o much fun you won’t even know
you’re exercising.
Contact Ann Flowers or Mary Ann Tuday for additional information
Sebring Golf Outing — May 5 - 7
A number of Highlands golfers are headed to Sebring on May 5th for a three day outing. It
should be enjoyable for all those participating, whether it is their first or a return visit.
Final details are posted on the Highlands clubhouse bulletin board. Check there for tee times,
directions to the resort, target time for check-in, and what is scheduled for matches.
Any questions should be directed to Jack Harrop or Tony Davio.
Reminders
You must accompany your guests when they visit the Clubhouse. Pool cues were broken recently by unsupervised guests.
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Please use your turn signal when entering the northbound deceleration lane when entering the
Highlands. For those trying to get out on 301, it is very helpful.
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Meet Your Neighbors
Would you like a chance to meet and visit with your neighbors over a free cup of coffee? Then
come to one of our Saturday morning Koffee Klatches. We have coffee ready every Saturday at
9:00 AM when there isn’t a Community meeting or other conflict with the clubhouse. No agenda
or speakers, just a chance for our community to come together.
Mariana & Don Marz
Ceramics Classes
Ceramics classes are held every Tuesday from 11:30 to 1:30PM. There is a $5 charge per session: $4
for the instructor, $1 to the kitty to keep supplies stocked. A large selection of glazes and acrylics
is available in our craft room for student use and our own kiln is used to fire all pieces. A small
selection of bisque pieces is available from which to choose, but for greater choice students are
encouraged to obtain their own greenware or bisque pieces from local suppliers. Regular participants are to bring
their own brushes and cleaning supplies, however first timers can borrow supplies to see if they like it enough to
continue before they purchase their own supplies.
Chris Weegar
Card Players
There are several opportunities to play cards regularly at the Highlands Clubhouse. They include:
• Texas Hold’em on Wednesday evenings
• Ladies Cards on Wednesday evenings
• Pegs & Jokers on Saturday nights
• Cribbage on Tuesday afternoons
• Poker every Wednesday evening
• Bridge games according to interest
• Euchre games Tuesdays evenings
• Pinochle on Monday nights
All but Bridge have their times shown on the calendar. If you are interested in playing Bridge, contact Jackie
Davio or Chris Weegar.
Highland Lassies meet in the Clubhouse on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 PM to enjoy a
fun, easy-to-learn card game. All you need to bring are 12 quarters and your sense of humor.
We usually play two or three games (4 quarters per game), which takes about two hours.
Mary Marz
Euchre
Euchre games are held every Tuesday at 7PM in the Card Room. A sign up sheet is posted
weekly on the bulletin board. To ensure a seat, please do sign up ahead of time.
Lorraine Davenport
Pinochle
Interested in playing Pinochle? Come to the Clubhouse Monday nights at 7PM. You don’t need to know how to
play, because we’ll be happy to teach you. Come and have some fun.
Bob or Dorothy Svetovich
Cribbage Players
Come test your skill in our weekly Cribbage Tournament on Tuesday at 2:00 in the Clubhouse Craft
Room. A dollar per player is collected for prize money.
Mickey White
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Contributions for Causes
Meals on Wheels
Papers and bottles/cans can be brought to the East Pasco Meals on Wheels, 38145 15th Avenue, Zephyrhills (813)
782-7859. They have someone manning the collections from 7 - 11 am, but trailers are available for drop-offs 24
hours a day. Directions are 301 South to 15th Avenue, left on 15th, down two blocks to the facility. It's at the
corner of 15th Avenue and 8th Street.
Habitat for Humanity
Bring your used aluminum cans to Shepherd of the Hill Lutheran Church, 37015 Orange Valley Lane, Dade City
(Corner of Fort King Road and Clinton). The Church recycles aluminum cans for HABITAT FOR HUMANITY. A
recycling container stands next to the dumpster in the parking lot across the street from the church.
Gulfside Regional Hospice
Contributions such as clothing, household goods, and furniture are accepted for their thrift shop just to the south
of our main entrance across US 301. They are open for donations Monday thru Friday 9AM to 5PM, and Saturdays
from 9AM to 4PM.
Name Tags
Library Donations
Residents of the Highlands at Scotland Yards who would like a
name tag to wear to Highlands events can order them from:
Today’s Graphics
13634 U.S. Highway 98 Bypass
Dade City, Fl 33525
The cost per tag is $9.50 for a magnet back tag; $7.50 for a
pin clasp tag, postage included.
When you place your order you’ll need provide the name(s) you
want on the tag, the address where you want the
tag(s) sent, and your phone number. Your tag(s) should be
mailed to you in approximately 1 to 2 weeks.
We are proud of our library and welcome your
donations. However, since space is limited we
cannot accept the following items:
Encyclopedias
magazines older than 3 months
text books
reference books
outdated travel or tour books
appliance manuals
Thank you! Your cooperation is appreciated.
Library Committee
Resident Information for the Directory
LAST NAME:
STREET ADDRESS:
Email Address:
Telephone Number:
First Name—Resident #1
Date of Birth (mm/dd)
First Name—Resident #2
Date of Birth (mm/dd)
Wedding Anniversary
Special Occasion
If you are a NEW resident, have a change for the “RESIDENT DIRECTORY,” and/or want your special dates
acknowledged in the newsletter, please complete the form above and place it in the newsletter box on the
clubhouse bulletin board or email the information to [email protected].
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Pasco County Lawn Watering Restrictions as of April 3, 2009
Your potable water irrigation time of day is from Midnight to 4:00 a.m. on your designated potable water
irrigation day. No potable water irrigation on Saturday or Sunday. Potable water irrigation days are as
follows; based upon the LAST DIGIT of a home’s address:
Watering hours each day are
now only
Midnight — 4:00a.m.
Low volume micro-irrigation (i.e., drip irrigation, misters,
soaker hoses) or hand watering (using a hose with a selfcanceling or shut-off nozzle, or both) of trees, shrubs,
flowers and vegetable gardens ARE RESTRICTED by time
from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 10:00
p.m. three days per week. Even addresses only on
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Odd Addresses on
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday.
Last # of address
0
2
4
6
8
or
or
or
or
or
1
3
5
7
9
Can water lawn on
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Completely Prohibited Watering activities include:
residential car washing, charity car washes, pressure washing
by other than commercial businesses, aesthetic fountains
and other water features.
A complete write-up is posted on our bulletin board.
If you have any questions regarding this information, please call one of the following telephone numbers or visit
the web pages listed below: Pasco County Southwest Florida Water Management District
(813) 996-7341 or (800) 368-2411 or (800) 848-0499 or 4498 Extension 8131, 8041, or 8145
www.pascocountyfl.net
www.watermatters.org
Trash Pickup and Recycling
Trash Pick-up: scheduled for Mondays and Thursdays. Christmas Day, New Years Day, and
Thanksgiving Day are the only holidays when pickup isn’t scheduled. When there is no pickup,
customers may put out double the amount of trash on the next scheduled pickup day.
Recycling (curbside Blue Bag program): Metal cans, #1 and #2 plastic and glass containers may be left
in blue plastic bags at the curb on the first and third Fridays each month.
Newspapers: A recycling bin stands outside our clubhouse behind the kitchen. Newspapers only, please.
Yard refuse: Call Larry or Judy if you wish to have HTA staff pick up lawn refuse you’ve created during a yard
clean-up. If you’ve had professionals clean-up your yard, they should remove the refuse as part of their service.
Submitting Items for Publication: As always, thanks are extended to those who contributed information for this
month’s issue. All articles and updates should be sent to [email protected] or deposited in the box
on the clubhouse bulletin board no later than the 20th of the month preceding publication. Every effort is made
to include all submissions, but occasionally omissions will occur. Your understanding is appreciated. Please note
that items submitted for the newsletter are subject to editing for spelling, grammar, brevity and propriety.
Ticket Sales for Social Committee Sponsored Highlands Events
Unless stated otherwise on event flyers or newsletter ads, tickets for all Social Committee sponsored events are
sold at the clubhouse on Thursday nights before bingo and before the Community meeting which is held on the first
Saturday of each month. Cash payment is preferred, but checks made out to the Community Treasurer, Anne
LaFontaine, are acceptable. When tickets are sold, a ticket is required to participate in any part of the event.
All ticket sales are final. No refunds will be issued, however, we will assist with “resales” when feasible.
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CLASSIFIEDS
• Transportation to and from the airport - We will
deliver you to wherever. Call John or Barb Williams
• Dunn Rite Cleaning Service. Give Linda Dunn a call
to help you get it done.
• Local Resident Does Handyman Work!
Will do electrical, pressure washing, painting, yard
work, phone jacks, cable jacks. No job too small. If
you need it done, I can probably do it.
Ron Collins
• Notary Services — If you need your signature
notarized or if you need any other services that
require a notary, please give me a call.
Lucille Kraepel
FOR SALE
Cornices — 1 for 72” door opening, 2 for 29” window
openings; beige microfiber covering; excellent
condition
Mary Caulfield
2002 35’ Seabreeze LX Class A Motorhome —
Ford Triton V10 engine; 2 slides; sleeps 6; new
awnings; 33,750 miles, $32,000 OBO
Norma Specht
Golf Clubs — Used full set; left-handed; Taylor made
driver; Pro tour fit irons; includes accessories, bag
and walking cart
Norma Specht
Cross Country Ski Machine — NordicTrack Pro
model. Adjustable tension, book rack, drink holder,
instructional manual, etc. Make offer.
Sandy Traub
Technics SX PR307/K Digital Piano & Organ —
Multiple preset rhythms; disk drive to play disks; can
compose music; complete library of music books from
Readers Digest, plus other music, disks, etc. Must
see to appreciate this beautiful instrument.
Barbara Williams
• Massage - In the privacy of your home by a licensed
professional. Medical, relaxation or target specific
problem areas. A great gift! $40 for a one hour
session. Call for an appointment. Days and evenings.
Denise Kozelsky (MA#37009)
• Computer Support - Just neighbors available to
help Highlands residents with PC hardware,
software, network and application problems or
questions. No hardware repairs, but we may be able
to help determine what type of a repair is probably
needed. We can also help with software training.
No cost but our time may be limited.
Paul & Chris Weegar
• Propane Portable Generators - Interested in
backup electricity? GENERATORS PLUS by D.A.
Roy Electric Inc., has what you need including 6500
watt generator units with electric start. Call Denis
Roy for pricing and free home analysis.
• Nursing Services — I am a registered nurse with
over 50 years experience in various fields of nursing
and I’m in reasonably good health. I’ve been
certified in CPR & ACLS for the past 10 years. I am
willing to help out with nursing services whenever
needed on an emergency basis or one time basis, no
charge. If needed on a continuing basis there
would be a charge.
Juanita Byrd, RN
AVAILABLE TO SHARE
• Walker, cane
• Crutches, walker
VanWierens
Bayes
**PLEASE NOTE: Drop off your classified ad in our
Newsletter box in the clubhouse, or send us an e-mail
message at [email protected], with the
exact wording you would like. Please make sure to notify us
when an item is sold. The sale is strictly between the
seller and purchaser. (Due to lack of confidentiality online, refer
to your directory for phone numbers)
Thanks go to Hometown America and Ada and John Marr for printing the newsletter. HTA underwrites all printing and web
publication charges and Ada and John’s Zephyrhills Printing Zone (813-780-7545) handles all reproduction. Ada and John also
provide printing services for the Social Committee and the Sunshine Committee.
May 2010
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
19
Fri
Sat
1
Monday thru Friday - Informal
gathering for water aerobics 7:30
AM
Char Lanius
Tennis 8AM
Koffee Klatch 9AM
Bocci Ball
10AM
Walkers meet
every morning at
7:00
Concert at
Bok Towers
4PM
Departure
Nancy Meech
Pegs & Jokers
2
3
Trash Pickup
Water Aerobics 8:45
Mah Jongg
Tournament
Mah Jongg (open)
2PM
9
Mother’s Day
Dinner
1:00
Mah Jongg (open)
2PM
16
9:30
Quilt class
12:30
Pinochle
7PM
10
Trash Pickup
Water Aerobics 8:45
Mah Jongg
Quilt class
Pinochle
Bunco
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12:30
12:30
7PM
7PM
Trash Pickup
Water Aerobics 8:45
Mah Jongg (open)
2PM
Mah Jongg
Quilt class
Pinochle
23
Mah Jongg (open)
2PM
30
Mah Jongg (open)
2PM
Memorial Day
Celebration
4PM
12:30
12:30
7PM
24
Trash Pickup
Water Aerobics 8:45
Mah Jongg
12:30
Quilt class
12:30
Pinochle
7PM
31
Trash Pickup
Water Aerobics 8:45
Mah Jongg
12:30
Quilt class
12:30
Pinochle
7PM
4
Ping Pong
Bible Study
Ceramics
10AM
10AM
11:30
Cardio Class
Yoga
Cribbage
12PM
1PM
2PM
Bible Study
Euchre
7PM
7PM
11
6 Trash Pickup
Cardio
9AM
Ping Pong
10AM
Shuffleboard 10AM
Mah Jongg (open)6:30
Lassies Cards
6:30
Poker
6:30
Texas Hold’em 6:30
Mah Jongg
(open)
1PM
Bingo
7PM
S e a b r i n g
12 Tennis
Ping Pong
Bible Study
Ceramics
10AM
10AM
11:30
Cardio Class
Yoga
Cribbage
12PM
1PM
2PM
Bible Study
Euchre
7PM
7PM
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Ping Pong
Bible Study
Ceramics
10AM
10AM
11:30
Cardio Class
Yoga
Cribbage
12PM
1PM
2PM
Bible Study
Euchre
Bunco
7PM
7PM
7PM
25 Ping Pong
5 Tennis 8AM
Water Aerobics 8:45
Yarn crafters 11AM
Quilt class
1PM
8AM
Water Aerobics 8:45
Yarn crafters 11AM
Quilt class
1PM
13 Trash Pickup
Cardio
Ping Pong
Shuffleboard
9AM
10AM
10AM
1PM
Bingo
7PM
19 Tennis
20 Trash Pickup
Hot Dog Night 5:30
8
Tennis
Koffee Klatch
8AM
9AM
Cardio Class
Yoga
Bocci Ball
10AM
12PM
1PM
Pegs & Jokers
6:45
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15 Tennis
8AM
Water Aerobics 8:45
Line Dancing 10AM
Community
Business
Meeting
9AM
G o l f O u t i n g
Mah Jongg
(open)
Social Committee
Meeting 3PM
Bluebag Pickup
Water Aerobics 8:45
Line Dancing 10AM
Ma Jongg (open) 2PM
Mah Jongg (open)6:30
Lassies Cards
6:30
Poker
6:30
Texas Hold’em 6:30
8AM
Water Aerobics 8:45
Yarn crafters 11AM
Quilt class
1PM
7
6:45
Cardio
Ping Pong
Shuffleboard
9AM
10AM
10AM
Mah Jongg
(open)
1PM
Bingo
7PM
Cardio Class
Yoga
12PM
1PM
Ma Jongg (open) 2PM
Bocci Ball
10AM
Pegs & Jokers 6:45
Dancing with Ron
7PM
22 Bluebag Pickup
22
Water Aerobics 8:45
Horseshoes
10AM
Line Dancing 10AM
Tennis
Koffee Klatch
8AM
9AM
Bocci Ball
10AM
Cardio Class
Yoga
12PM
1PM
Ma Jongg (open) 2PM
Pegs & Jokers
6:45
Mah Jongg (open)6:30
Lassies Cards
6:30
Poker
6:30
Texas Hold’em 6:30
10AM
10AM
11:30
26 Tennis
Bible Study
Ceramics
Cardio Class
Yoga
Cribbage
12PM
1PM
2PM
Quilt class
Bible Study
Euchre
7PM
7PM
8AM
Water Aerobics 8:45
Yarn crafters 11AM
1PM
Mah Jongg (open)6:30
Lassies Cards
6:30
Poker
6:30
Texas Hold’em 6:30
Bunco
6:30
27 Trash Pickup
Cardio
Ping Pong
Shuffleboard
9AM
10AM
10AM
Mah Jongg
(open)
1PM
Bingo
7PM
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29
Water Aerobics 8:45
Horseshoes
10AM
Line Dancing 10AM
Tennis
Koffee Klatch
8AM
9AM
Bocci Ball
10AM
Cardio Class
Yoga
12PM
1PM
Ma Jongg (open) 2PM
Pegs & Jokers
6:45