Editors: Chris Weegar, Vicki Rudegeair

“For the Residents by the Residents”

MARCH 2013

VOLUME 9, ISSUE 3

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February 2013 Highlands Community Business Meeting Minutes

March 1st - Mah Jongg Marathon

March 16th - St. Patrick’s Day Dinner & Entertainment

March 31st - Easter Luncheon

The meeting opened on Saturday, February 2, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. with Jim Bayes serving as moderator. The Pledge of Allegiance was followed by a prayer.

Anne Lafontaine gave the Treasurer’s Report. There were no questions.

Barb Geiling, reporting for the Sunshine Committee, said one Get-Well Basket was given out last month and one Memorial Bowl is pending. She said four cards were delivered during the month to residents who had an immediate family member pass away.

Pat Hendricks, reporting for the Social Committee, reminded everyone about the upcoming Movie Night outside the clubhouse on February 5th, the Hot Dog Night on February 6th and the Pot Luck Dinner on February 24th. Pat also reminded everyone of the upcoming Valentine’s Day Dinner Show at the Scotland Yards Golf Club on February 14th.

Lorraine Davenport talked about the upcoming quilting class and asked that anyone interested to please contact her. Ned Sponsler reported that this month’s Hot Dog Night was moved up to the first Wednesday (February 6th) because the usual second Wednesday (February 13th) is Ash Wednesday.

Ned Sponsler then talked about our community’s lawn mowing service and how displeased he was with it, mentioning that he thought we could do better for the amount of money it cost each year, $36,700. He asked the residents in attendance if they were pleased with our present lawn mowing company. The majority indicated displeasure. Ned suggested that we look into alternatives. After considerable discussion amongst the residents in attendance, Ned said he would look into it further and speak with Larry Mack.

Jim Bayes reminded everyone about the signup sheet on the community bulletin board for residents who are interested in serving on the Social Committee. The election will be held prior to our April 6th Community Meeting (deadline for signing up to be a candidate is March 30th). The twelve candidates receiving the highest number of votes will serve on the committee.

Marc Poupard said the dog park committee gave its recommendations to Larry Mack. The committee feels that a place near the RV area would make a good site for the dog park. Marc added that after hearing the committee’s recommendations, Larry said he would have to discuss it with Hometown America. Pat Hendricks said how tired she was of people letting their dogs do their business of her lawn. She also said that while walking a friend’s dog on the hill, she is disturbed about the amount of animal waste that is not picked up.

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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 newsletter@floridahighlands.com or drop a note in the Newsletter box on the bulletin board in the clubhouse.

Ray & Magda Blumenthal 3/29 Rod & Cheryl Henrion 3/31

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * John & Virginia Schaeffer 4/3 Bill & Sandy Hoff 4/15 Charlie & Marilyn Brady 4/15 Paul & Diane LaCombe 4/18 Ivan & Randi Hathaway 4/19 Marc & Nancy Poupard 4/19 Joe & Linda Dunn 4/23 Lenny & Janet Bruzenas 4/25 Bill & Teri DiFranco 4/26 John & Ada Marr 4/26

Gail Tumelty 3/3 Butch Lalumiere 3/4 Harriette Sauret 3/5 Norman Jacobsen 3/7 Ronald McDermott 3/7 Bill Prettyman 3/7 Sue Bayes 3/8 Gene Henry 3/9 Terry Pawlicki 3/10 Ron Wiesbrook 3/11 Betty Sneed 3/11 Ken White 3/13 Virginia Schaeffer 3/13 Kay Priester 3/15 Randi Hathaway 3/16 Dorothy Svetovich 3/18 Betty Bongiardina 3/21 Janice Silva 3/26 James Grib 3/28 Ray Blumenthal 3/29 Roger Tabbutt 3/31

Hank and Genevieve Neufeld of 38532 Tee Time Road wish to sincerely thank the residents of the community for all the concern, prayers and offers of help that have been bestowed upon us since our move to The Highlands in November 2012. Also, it was very heartwarming to receive the wonderful basket of homemade goodies from the Sunshine Committee. These members are doing wonderful work for the community.

Hank is struggling with a cancer diagnosis that just came to light as we moved here so we have been very absorbed with medical appointments, etc., which has allowed little time to get out and meet all you great folks here. We do look forward to doing so when better health returns.

Hank is a published author and has donated two copies of his novel "WARDEN" to The Highlands Library for anyone interested in reading it. The book can generally be described as 'fiction based on fact' gleaned from his years as Warden of several Canadian federal prisons.

Thank you, Genevieve & Hank

Jeff Bostwick 4/1 Sandy Hoff 4/1 Chick Meech 4/1 Bunny Shirley 4/4 Charlie Basile 4/5 Sharon Newcom 4/6 Ruth Dobbert 4/7 Al Rodier 4/9 Elsie Bushor 4/9 Ron Haas 4/12 Diane Sponsler 4/14 Gil Rousseau 4/16 Joan Shaia 4/17 Dick VanWieren 4/17 Diane LaCombe 4/20 Genevieve Neufeld 4/20 Ada Marr 4/21 Paul Marden 4/23 Paul Weegar 4/27 Sandy Traub 4/28 Linda Kartes 4/29

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Entertainment Only tickets are available

for $6 each

Up-Coming Social Committee Sponsored Events

St. Patrick’s Day Celebration

Easter Luncheon

Phil Lear Charlie Basile Marie Garfinkel Jane Suddath Linda Kartes

Andrea McDermott Pat Hendricks Pat Thomas Ken White

Ned Sponsler Barb Harrop Deb Riss

Acting Chairman Secretary Comptroller Catering

Entertainment Travel Publicity

Decorating Tickets

Ex Officio Ex Officio

Tickets $15

Advance Only

BYOB

Saturday, March 17th Dinner served at 6:00

Dancers perform at 7:15

Please sign up on the sheet on the bulletin board if you plan on participating. *If you want chicken substituted for corned beef, note that on the sign-up sheet. Chicken will

only be available to those who sign up beforehand. Thanks.

Tickets will be on sale before the March Community meeting March 2nd, and on Thursday March 7th and Thursday March 14th from 6:15 - 7:00 (before Bingo).

Menu includes: Corned Beef or Chicken on Request*

Mustard Sauce, Horseradish Red Bliss Parsley Potatoes

Steamed Cabbage, Glazed Carrots Caesar Salad

Assorted Desserts

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LIGHT POLES

All of the light poles along the streets are maintained by Progress Energy. If you observe a blinking light bulb or a bulb that is out, call Progress Energy at 1-800-700-8744 or contact them at www.progress-energy.com. Click on Customer Service. Please have the address and pole number available to report the outage.

The Dyn-a-mite Stompers of Lake County is a high energy clogging group of seniors. They dance to a variety of music—Irish, patriotic, country, rock-n-roll, and jazz. Their

performances feature lots of costume changes, singing, skits, and hilarious comedy. They perform throughout central Florida and have appeared on-stage at Disney World. It will be a

1-hour show of great energy, excitement, and entertainment. Hope to see you there!

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Menu Includes:

Ham, Salad Bar with Assorted Dressings

Sweet Potato Casserole

Mashed Potatoes with gravy

Corn, Fresh Green Beans

Rolls with Honey Butter

Dessert Selection

Please put your name on the Sign Up Sheet on the Bulletin Board if

you plan on coming. No tickets will be sold at the door.

Ticket go on sale March 7th.

Saturday March 2 Johnny Band

Country & Western Band Dance floor will be open. $8.00 cover charge

Dining Specials

Every Tuesday all day, dine in only: buy 10 wings, get 10 free $8.50

Friday nights 4PM-Close Haddock fish fry $9.95

Shrimp $10.95

Wednesday March 27 Spring Fling

Music and comedy with Bill Rinaldo/dinner Dinner Menu TBD $20.00 per person

Reservations required.

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No charge to enter your dog, but you must sign up.

On the Sign-up sheet there are directions that must be followed. All

dogs must be on leash. No costumes on dogs, and no tricks to be

performed.

Judging will be distributed into 3 classes according to the weight of

each dog — small, medium, and large.

Entrants must be in the parking lot by 1:30 for placement.

Observers and cheerleaders are encouraged and welcome.

Be there by 2:00 to view the judging by a Pet Super Market employee.

From Judy Mack Aloha Cake

1 Box Yellow Cake Mix and required ingredients 8 oz. cream cheese 1 cup milk 1 cup drained crushed pineapple 1 pkg. Instant vanilla pudding 3/4 cup sweetened shredded

coconut

Bake yellow cake according to instructions but bake on a jelly roll pan. Let cool.

Blend cream cheese with milk until smooth. Add pineapple and the package of vanilla pudding and mix until consistent.

Spread the cream cheese mixture on the cooled cake. Sprinkle the coconut evenly over the top. Serves 18-20 Refrigerate until ready to use.

Apple Cake

Beat 2 cups sugar and 2 eggs well together. Add 1-1/2 cups Crisco oil, 3 cups flour, 1 tsp. each cinnamon, salt, soda, and vanilla. Add 3 cups chopped apples, 1 cup of nuts. Bake at 325 degrees for 1 hour in a 9 x 13 prepared pan.

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The 2013 Sebring Golf Outing Is Being Held April 10-12

Our Annual Sebring Golf Trip will be held on Wednesday through Friday, April 10, 11, & 12. This outing package will be $230.80 per person, including tax. Note this rate is the same as the last three years with no increase.

The package includes: 1. Villa lodging, including kitchen, living room, 2 beds and 2 baths. 2. Dinner with 1 drink coupon each day on Wednesday and Thursday. 3. Breakfasts Thursday and Friday. 4. One round of golf Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.

Extra rounds of golf are not included, but can be purchased as available for $15-20 per round.

We will play a something fun each day such as a points game, scramble, or alternate shot. Games will be played by four man teams. All the newest handicap information prior to the outing will be with us which will enable us to have accurate information so that the events played can be fun, and fair. $36 will be collected from each player for prize money and tips. Also the tee time grouping will be scheduled so that you play each round with your selected team.

Memoir Thoughts Over the last 30 years, I have talked to hundreds of people about their lives and heard them say how much they wanted to preserve a few stories for their grandchildren especially. The stories are always great to hear and would be great to read, but it takes a leap of courage and commitment to take the next step in memoir writing. We've all been raised to think it embarrassing to talk about ourselves, but memoir writing is the exception: preserving stories about your family history, your own early years, your careers and family, none of that is embarrassing. Just the opposite, it's liberating and exciting and valuable to the family members we will all be leaving behind at some point. Get started now. And if you want me to work with you while you get your footing, call me and we'll set up a meeting.

Ed Cifelli, Memoir Writing Coach

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Ed has written his own memoir, Random Miracles (2011) and two other biographies. He was also a newspaper film critic for 12 years and has written many other magazine and newspaper articles. For the past couple of years he’s been posting short essays (mostly) on his blog, “You Don’t Say,” which you can find at youdontsaycifelli.com

February Monthly Meeting Minutes (continued from page 1)

John Schaeffer cautioned residents who walk their dogs early in the morning to be careful because it’s often difficult for drivers to see people walking on the road at that time of day.

The meeting was adjourned at 9:16 a.m.

The next community meeting will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2013.

Ken Nicholson for Barbara Nicholson, Community Secretary

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The Highlands speed limit applies to everyone who

drives through the Highlands. No exceptions.

ZEPHYRHILLS, Pasco County — Shouts of “I have the right,” could be heard loud and clear on Thursday from the twenty-six residents of assisted living facilities (ALF) and nursing home gathered. Those shouting about their rights were participating at the first 1st meeting of the Pasco and North Pinellas District-Wide Resident Council to take place in East Pasco at West Winds Assisted Living Facility. The group met to share common concerns found in the long-term care setting, discuss resolutions and make new friends along the way.

One issue raised was how to “survive” the transition from living at home to living in the more communal setting found in ALFs. “I live in a brand new ALF and so most of the people are coming directly from home and it is a big difference,” “I didn’t like it here at first but now I enjoy it – I have my wife here, my own furniture, it’s home now,” council members shared. Comments like these led to the suggestion of an ambassador program, in which current residents show new residents around the facility, check in on them during the first months and help them make new friends during the transition period. Participants shared the best features of living such as good staff and nurses, meals prepared in house and fun activities/outings.

Coordinating the meeting today were the volunteers of the Pasco and North Pinellas Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council. The volunteers with the Department of Elder Affairs advocate for of residents in long-term care by educating, empowering, investigating complaints and visiting facilities regularly. The council is currently seeking new volunteers to provide advocacy for those who might not otherwise have a voice.

The residents’ rights chant I have the right to: - A quality of life - Be informed - Complain - Participate in my care - Privacy - Confidentiality - Dignity - Respect - Freedom - Visits - Make independent choices

Fast facts The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program is a volunteer-based advocacy organization seeking to ensure the health, safety, welfare, and rights of Florida’s long-term care residents. Volunteer need professionalism, compassion and a willingness to help others. For more information call the toll-free number, 1-888-831-0404, or visit http://ombudsman.myflorida.com.

Lynn V. Penley District Ombudsman Manager Pasco and North Pinellas, District 7 Long-Term Care Ombudsman Council 2523 Seven Springs Blvd. New Port Richey, FL 34655 888-831-0404 Toll Free 727-376-2788 Office 727-376-3443 Fax penleyl@elderaffairs.org

These days, I spend a lot of time thinking about the hereafter . . .I go somewhere to get something, and then wonder what I'm "here after.

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Barb Geiling, Donna VanWieren, Jo Basile, Anne Traub, Nancy Meech, Betty Thibault, Mary Marz, Norma Specht, Juanita Byrd,

Judy Ricker, Chris Weegar, Maureen Russo, Barbara Towe, Lynda Chynoweth, Nora Spires, Mariana Marz, Marie Garfinkel, Cheryl Henrion Sharon Proue, Norma Blank, Terri Pawlicki,

Joan Theologes, Nancy Poupard, Elaine Vittum, Sue Hammerling, Joan Shaia

Please call Barb Geiling 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.

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.

SOCIAL COMMITTEE ELECTION An election of Social Committee members will be held prior to our April 6, 2013 community business meeting. Voting will begin at 8:00 a.m. in the clubhouse foyer. The winning candidates will be announced during the meeting.

The Ballot Committee urges all interested Highlands residents to sign up to become a candidate for this important community committee. The sign-up sheet is posted on the Clubhouse bulletin board. The deadline to sign up is March 30th.

The 12 candidates receiving the most votes on April 6th will be seated on the committee and serve for a two-year term beginning June 1st.

The current term of all present Social Committee members, including newly appointed members, will expire on June 1, 2013.

Ballot Committee

Congratulations, Chris Weegar!! At this year’s Florida State Fair Chris won a FIRST PLACE - and - BEST IN SHOW for the plastic canvas/yarn dollhouse she made for her 3-/12 year old granddaughter Maddy. Chris started the project when Maddy was born and estimates that it took over 2000 hours to complete.

The house is back from the fair and set up at Chris’ and can still be seen through the end of March. Then it is going up to Columbus, Ohio to fulfill its role as a toy. If you wish to see it, Chris would appreciate a call before you stop by.

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Activ ity Update

Mah Jongg Players meet in the clubhouse card room for games on: Sunday 1PM Thursday 1PM Monday 1PM Friday 1PM Tuesday 9:30 AM Wednesday 6:30 PM A mah jongg marathon is held on the first Friday of each month starting at 9:15 AM.

Ping Pong/Table Tennis Tuesday & Friday from 10AM to noon in the clubhouse. All are invited to play.

Perry Russo

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

Cardio and Yoga Cardio classes are twice a week on Tuesdays and Fridays from noon to 1PM. Yoga follows at 1PM on Fridays right after Cardio class. $5 per day.

Sandy Hoff

Bible Study Groups Women’s group meets 10AM ‘til noon on Tuesdays in the clubhouse library.

Men’s group meets Tuesdays, 7-8 PM in the clubhouse library. Bill Hoff “Son” Flowers study group meets Tuesdays, 7-8 PM in the craft room.

Terry Pawlicki

Pinochle Organized play on Mondays 7—9 PM.

Sue and Dave Klinger

Walkers Meet to walk with friends every morning at 7AM, except in the hot summer months we start at 6:30AM.

Dianne Brown

Tennis We meet for tennis every Thursday and Saturday morning at 8 AM. Everyone is invited. Gil Rousseau

Bingo Bingo is every Thursday from 7-9 PM. Doors open at 6:30. Cost is $5.00.

John Schaeffer

Lassies’ Cards Wednesday evenings at 6:30 the ladies get together to play cards. Come for the fun! Mary Marz

Euchre Tuesday nights at 7:00 PM in the clubhouse card room. Bring a $1 for the pot awarded for the highest score.

Roy Raker

Cribbage Tournaments held every Tuesday at 2:00 in the craft room. $1 toward prizes. Mickey White

Watercolor Sessions Thursday mornings at 9:30AM resident artists meet to share the joy of art and share water-color tips and techniques. Joan Rodier

Ceramics Instruction Provided every Tuesday by local certified instructor Evelyn Fisher from 11:30 until 1:30PM for $5 a session. Chris Weegar

Open Games Like-minded folks gather on Thursday mornings at 10AM and Sunday evenings at 7PM in the clubhouse card room to play various games. All are welcome.

Mariana Marz

Yarn Crafters Meet on Thursdays at noon to 1:30 in the craft room to make pieces for charities. Come to enjoy the company and learn to knit or crochet.

Jo Basile

Informal Water Aerobics Informal gathering of the ladies for water aerobics Monday thru Friday at 7:30 during warm weather months.

Char Lanius

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

Fitness Workouts Monday - Saturday at 7:30 AM we get together for walking exercise in the clubhouse directed by DVD. On some days we meet more than once. They include:

Monday 4:00 PM Wednesday 3:00 PM Thursday 9:00 AM

Deb Riss

Bocci Ball Saturdays at 10AM. All are welcome to play. No meets in July or August.

Joe Salvaty

Ladies Water Aerobics Except when cold weather (below 60) intrudes, water exercise classes for women meet on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 8:45AM. $1 per session. Joan Rodier

Poker Regular poker and Texas Hold ’em games every Wednesday at 6:30 PM in the clubhouse Al Rodier

Highlands Choral Group Meets Wednesday mornings at 10:30 AM to build a repertoire in anticipation of a concert for Highlands residents.

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Exercise for Fun and Fitness!

Are you looking for a fun and safe way to maintain or increase your overall level of fitness? If so, join us in the clubhouse each Tuesday and Friday at noon for a one-hour “cardio combo” class, which includes stretching, strengthening, and low-impact aerobic exercises. Participants are encouraged to bring light hand weights (2-5 pounds) for the strengthening and toning portion of the class.

On Fridays, residents are invited to attend a one-hour yoga class, which follows the cardio combo class, beginning at 1PM. This class primarily uses basic yoga movements and poses to improve individual’s strength, flexibility, and balance. This is also a wonderful opportunity to improve your relaxation skills and overall sense of well-being. Participants should bring a yoga mat or beach towel.

Both classes are led by a professional fitness instructor, Michelle Wilson, who has many years of teaching experience with major health organizations such as the Y Center and Humana. Michelle is very skilled in addressing the fitness needs of seniors, including those individuals just beginning an exercise routine or challenged by chronic physical limitations. No matter what your present fitness level, rest assured that you will feel engaged and energized by her teaching methods.

For only $5 per day (Fridays are two classes for the price of one), don’t miss out on this convenient and economical opportunity to obtain professional fitness instruction within our community.

Sandy Hoff

Daily Walking Workouts in the Clubhouse

Everyone is welcome to join us in the main meeting room of our clubhouse for some great exercise every day but Sunday. Direction is provided by energetic instruction on DVD. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing. We meet:

Monday thru Saturday at 7:30AM plus

Monday 4:00 PM Wednesday 3:00 PM Thursday 9:00 AM Deb Riss

Thanks go to Hometown America for sponsoring our newsletter. HTA underwrites all printing and web publication charges.

Quilting Classes MONDAY QUILTERS are busy working on a fun door banner for the spring. It is a traditional looking sunflower with a colorful border. The quilters will continue the project until completed and ready for quilting. Then they will add an overall machine quilting design to finish the project. WEDNESDAY QUILTING -- On Wednesdays at 1:00 pm, we will begin having open quilting in the craft room. Anyone working on a quilt project and interested in meeting and enjoying the company of other quilters are welcome. So bring in your unfinished projects and enjoy an afternoon quilting at our Clubhouse.

Lorraine Davenport, Instructor

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Ladies Bible Study

Our ladies gather every Tuesday at 10:00 A.M. for a non-denominational Bible Study. We meet in the clubhouse library. Our studies are on-going with the goal of growing in the grace and knowledge of our Lord.

We are currently studying “The Women of The Bible.”

I am delighted to say, “THE SON is shining in our community!”

For further information please give me a call. Maureen Russo

Men’s Bible Study

Meets Tuesday evenings at 7:00 PM in the Highlands Clubhouse library. The program is reading, sharing and dialog on faith and spirituality. If you are interested or have any questions contact Bill Hoff.

Pasco Sheriff’s Office, Contact Numbers in Pasco County For Non-Emergency Calls in Dade City ………(352) 518-5000

Toll Free…………….(800) 843-2861 EMERGENCY ………… 911

“Son” Flowers Bible Study Meets Tuesday Evenings

At 7:00 p.m. In the Craft Room

We are doing a book study on John 3:16. Books/lessons will be provided. Just come as you are and bring your bibles.

Each lesson is independent and will give you something to take home with you.

Any questions call Beth Glass or Terry Pawlicki

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

John 3:16

Our Security Patrol Needs More Volunteers

We have a very hardworking, dependable security patrol in the Highlands. These volunteers have been on the list for 5 years and they deserve our thanks. They never complain but it is difficult to go out at 2AM to make sure your neighbors are safe. It is a one night per month commitment. We would like to cover every night but we do not have the volunteers to do that. There are only 17 families that participate in this program and 4 of them are snowbirds. There are members in the community who cannot join the security patrol for various reasons and they serve the community in many different ways. If you are looking for a good way to contribute, the security patrol can use the your help.

For more information contact Ray Pawlicki. Thanks

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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 over the clubhouse facilities. No agenda or speakers, just a chance for our community to come together.

Mariana & Don Marz

Mah Jongg Players

There is organized mah jongg play at the clubhouse most days of the week. Players meet at 1:00 PM on Sunday, Monday, Thursday, and Friday., There are also sessions on Tuesday at 9:30 AM and Wednesday at 6:30 PM. The session on Tuesday does not involve prize money. If you are interested in learning to play mah jongg, contact any mah jongg player for referral to an instructor.

Marathons are usually held the first Friday of the month, starting at 9:15 AM. 12-16 rounds are played during a marathon, depending on the speed of play and time available, with a break midway for lunch. $5 per player is collected for the prize fund for the marathon. All players are welcome. March’s marathon will be on Friday, March 1st. A sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board.

Each month marathon tournament players bring some salad ingredient that is then shared between all for great pot-luck salad. A sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board so we don’t end up with too much of one item. Winners at the February marathon were: Jayne Haas - 1st place, Nancy Meech - 2nd place, and Vicki Redegair - 3rd place.

Residents who like to paint meet weekly to share techniques and ideas with one another. Whether you are an experienced painter or just getting started, you are welcome to join us. We can all learn

from one another!

PAINTING SESSIONS

Thursdays from 9:30AM to 12:00

Bocci Ball

We play weekly on Saturday mornings at 10AM. Everyone come on out and join us for some great fun. We play regularly throughout the year. We take a break in the summer and don’t meet in July or August.

Joe Salvaty

Yarn Crafters

We meet once a week, on Thursdays from noon to 1:30 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.

Jo Basile

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Ping Pong / Table Tennis

We meet Tuesday and Friday 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’s simple rules).

Perry Russo

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

Highlands Choral Rehearsals Every Wednesday

Choir practice is now every Wednesday in the clubhouse main hall from 10:30 AM to noon. We are learning and practicing pieces that we hope to eventually perform in a concert for Highlands residents. Barb Hall and Ruth True are our conductors and Chris Weegar is our accompanist.

The songs in our repertoire are fun and should create an interesting concert.

If you are interested in joining, please come any Wednesday morning and join the music.

All residents are welcome. No try outs are required. Sandra & David Neil

We Women are Angels. And when someone breaks our wings,

We simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick.

We are flexible like that.

Bunco

There are 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 co-ed 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.

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Open Games

If you’re interested in playing a variety of games, come join us on Thursday mornings at 10AM and/or Sunday evenings at 7PM in the clubhouse card room. It’s an informal gathering of folks to play games according to the group’s mood. Pegs & Jokers and Hand & Foot are favorites. All are welcome.

Mariana Marz

• Poker every Wednesday evening • Euchre games Tuesday evenings • Pinochle on Monday nights • Open miscellaneous games Thursday mornings and Sunday evenings

• Texas Hold’em on Wednesday evenings • Ladies Cards on Wednesday evenings • Pegs & Jokers on Saturday nights • Cribbage on Tuesday afternoons

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 tournaments are held every Tuesday in the Card Room. We’ve returned to our pre-vious start time of 7PM. Euchre is an easy game to learn and great fun to play. $1 per person is collected to create a pool that is given to the high scorer of the night. Roy Raker

Pinochle

Interested in playing Pinochle? Come to the Clubhouse Monday nights at 7PM. All experienced players are welcome. Come and have some fun.

Sue Klinger

Card Players

There are several opportunities to play cards regularly at the Highlands Clubhouse. They include:

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

Bingo

We love all our bingo players and are delighted with how many of you choose to join us each week. Bonus Bingo is exciting, so come and see how its played.

We have lots of enthusiastic players that like to have fun and are quick to invite you to their tables. The friendliness of the Highlands starts right here on Thursday nights at 7 PM.

The Bingo Committee

COME

PLAY

BINGO!!!

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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.

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 newsletter@floridahighlands.com.

Library Donations We are proud of our library and welcome your donations. However, since space is limited we cannot accept the following items:

Encyclopedias text books reference books magazines older than 3 months outdated travel or tour books appliance manuals

Thank you! Your cooperation is appreciated.

Library Committee

Name Tags

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 Phone: 352-518-0466, Fax: 352-518-0468

Email: signtoday@aol.com

The cost for a magnet backed tag is $12.50 plus tax. Pin clasp tags are $10 plus tax.

When you place your order you will need to provide the name you want on each tag TYPED exactly as you wish it to appear. Payment is required when you place your order. Shipping doubles the cost so it is recommended that you plan on picking up your finished tag(s).

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Pasco County Lawn Watering Restrictions as of May 15, 2012

Your potable water irrigation time of day is mornings from midnight to 8:00 a.m. and evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 11:59 p. 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:

Last # of address Can water lawn on

0 or 1 Monday 2 or 3 Tuesday 4 or 5 Wednesday 6 or 7 Thursday 8 or 9 Friday

Watering hours each day are

Mornings - midnight — 8:00a.m.

Evenings - 6:00p.m.-11:59p.m.

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 Saturdays each month.

Newspapers: A recycling bin for newspaper and other printed materials stands outside our clubhouse behind the kitchen. All types of printed paper such as newspaper, phone books, catalogs, and books. Cardboard from boxes is also acceptable as long as the box is broken down so that it lies flat.

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.

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

Low volume micro-irrigation (i.e., drip irrigation, misters, soaker hoses) or hand watering (using a hose with a self-canceling or shut-off nozzle, or both) of trees, shrubs, flowers and vegetable gardens may be used on an as-needed basis without regard to the normally allowable watering days or times. No special or extra watering is allowed for over-seeding an existing lawn.

Washing of personal vehicles is permitted once per week, only on the owners designated watering day, and using a self-canceling nozzle or automatic shut-off device. Decorative fountains or water features are prohibited unless they provide a necessary aeration and/or water quality benefit.

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 Community meetings which are 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.

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 newsletter@floridahighlands.com 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.

A complete write-up is posted on our bulletin board.

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• Transportation to and from the airport - We will deliver you to wherever. Call John or Barb Williams

• 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

• Generac Standby and Propane Portable Generators & Pressure washers - Interested in backup electricity? GENERATORS PLUS, owned by Denis Roy, has what you need. Residential electrical, installations, and repairs, sales & service. Contact Denis for pricing and a free home analysis. Business phone 863-514-0866 or you can email him at denis@generatorsplus.net.

• Screening - All Types — Porch screening, retract-able garage door screens, garage door sliders, or convert your screened porch with windows. We also do gutters. Inquire about Specials! Email Jay Smith at JesSunroom@aol.com or call my number in the directory.

• 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

• 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

CLASSIFIEDS

**PLEASE NOTE: Drop off your classified ad in our Newsletter box in the clubhouse, or send us an e-mail message at newsletter@floridahighlands.com, 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)

HP PhotoSmart 5510 Printer - $65; brand new in the box. Ken Davenport

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

FOR SALE

AVAILABLE TO SHARE

• Walker, cane VanWierens • Crutches, walkers, wheelchairs Bayes

WANTED

Recipes for the Newsletter - Next time you make one of your favorite recipes, please consider sharing it with your neighbors. The newsletter can always use new ideas. Thanks. Just give them to Chris or Vicki.

White Vinyl Wicker Chairs - If you are thinking of replacing your outside wicker furniture, please let me know. You have a ready buyer just a call away.

Helene Stuecklen

*********************************** My grandpa started walking Five miles a day when he was 60. Now he's 97 years old And we have no idea where the devil he is. ***********************************

*********************************** I like long walks, Especially when they are taken By people who annoy me. ***********************************

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Monday thru Friday Informal

gathering for water aerobics

7:30 AM

Char Lanius

Walkers

directed by DVD meet Monday thru Saturday at 7:30AM in the

Clubhouse

Deb Riss

Outside walkers meet every day

at 7AM

Dianne Brown

1 Water Aerobics 8:45 Ping Pong 10AM

Mah Jongg Tournament

9:15

Cardio 12PM Yoga 1PM

2 Bluebag Pickup Tennis 8AM Comm Mtng 9AM

Bocci Ball 10AM Pegs & Jokers 6:45

3 Mah Jongg 1PM Open Games 7PM

4 Trash Pickup

Water Aerobics 8:45

Quilt class 12:30 Mah Jongg 1PM

Walking Tape 4PM

Pinochle 7PM

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Mah Jongg 9:30 Ping Pong 10AM Bible Study 10AM Ceramics 11:30 Cardio 12PM

Cribbage 2PM

Euchre 7PM Bible Study 7PM

6 Water Aerobics 8:45 Choral Practice 10:30 Quilt class 1PM

Walking Tape 3PM

Mah Jongg 6:30 Lassies Cards 6:30

Poker & Hold’em 6:30

7 Trash Pickup Tennis 8AM Walking Tape 9AM Watercolors 9:30 Open Games 10AM Shuffleboard 10AM

Yarn Crafters 12PM Mah Jongg 1PM

Bingo 7PM

8 Water Aerobics 8:45 Ping Pong 10AM Cardio 12PM Yoga 1PM Ma Jongg 1PM

9 Tennis 8AM Koffee Klatch 9AM Bocci Ball 10AM

Pegs & Jokers 6:45

10 Mah Jongg 1PM Open Games 7PM

11 Trash Pickup

Water Aerobics 8:45

Quilt class 1PM Mah Jongg 1PM

Walking Tape 4PM

Pinochle 7PM Bunco 7PM

12 Mah Jongg 9:30 Ping Pong 10AM Bible Study 10AM Ceramics 11:30 Cardio 12PM

Cribbage 2PM

Euchre 7PM Bible Study 7PM

13 Water Aerobics 8:45 Choral Practice 10:30 Quilt class 1PM

Walking Tape 3PM

Mah Jongg 6:30 Lassies Cards 6:30

Poker & Hold’em 6:30

14 Trash Pickup Tennis 8AM Walking Tape 9AM Watercolors 9:30 Open Games 10AM Shuffleboard 10AM

Yarn Crafters 12PM Mah Jongg 1PM

Bingo 7PM

15 Water Aerobics 8:45 Ping Pong 10AM Cardio 12PM Yoga 1PM Ma Jongg 1PM

16 Bluebag Pickup Tennis 8AM Koffee Klatch 9AM Bocci Ball 10AM

Pegs & Jokers 6:45 St. Patrick’s Day Dinner & Show

5:00

17 Mah Jongg 1PM Open Games 7PM St. Patrick’s Day

18 Trash Pickup

Water Aerobics 8:45

Quilt class 12:30 Mah Jongg 1PM

Walking Tape 4PM

Pinochle 7PM

19 Mah Jongg 9:30 Ping Pong 10AM Bible Study 10AM Ceramics 11:30 Cardio 12PM

Cribbage 2PM

Euchre 7PM Bible Study 7PM Bunco 7PM

20 Water Aerobics 8:45 Choral Practice 10:30 Quilt class 1PM

Walking Tape 3PM

Social Comm Mtg 3PM

Mah Jongg 6:30 Lassies Cards 6:30

Poker & Hold’em 6:30

21 Trash Pickup

Tennis 8AM Walking Tape 9AM Watercolors 9:30 Open Games 10AM Shuffleboard 10AM Yarn Crafters 12PM

Mah Jongg 1PM

Bingo 7PM

22 Water Aerobics 8:45 Ping Pong 10AM Cardio 12PM Yoga 1PM Ma Jongg 1PM Good Friday

23 Tennis 8AM Koffee Klatch 9AM Bocci Ball 10AM

Pegs & Jokers 6:45

24 Mah Jongg 1PM

Open Games 7PM

31 Mah Jongg 1PM

Easter Luncheon 1:00

25 Trash Pickup Water Aerobics 8:45

Quilt class 1PM Mah Jongg 1PM

Walking Tape 4PM

Pinochle 7PM

26 Mah Jongg 9:30 Ping Pong 10AM Bible Study 10AM Ceramics 11:30 Cardio 12PM

Cribbage 2PM

Euchre 7PM Bible Study 7PM

27 Water Aerobics 8:45 Choral Practice 10:30 Quilt class 1PM

Walking Tape 3PM

Mah Jongg 6:30 Lassies Cards 6:30

Poker & Hold’em 6:30 Bunco 7PM

28 Trash Pickup

Tennis 8AM Walking Tape 9AM Watercolors 9:30 Open Games 10AM Shuffleboard 10AM Yarn Crafters 12PM

Mah Jongg 1PM

Bingo 7PM

29 Water Aerobics 8:45 Ping Pong 10AM Cardio 12PM Yoga 1PM Ma Jongg 1PM

30 Tennis 8AM Koffee Klatch 9AM Bocci Ball 10AM

Pegs & Jokers 6:45

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

March 2013