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Newsletter 1
Southfork News
“FOR THE RESIDENTS, BY THE RESIDENTS”
Happy Labor Day September 2015
It feels like Fall ……….Somewhere
Fall will be here soon, although here in Florida it’s
hard to tell. You’re going to have to wait until about
the third week of October before the daily high
temperatures drop to the low 80s. The folks at the
Florida climate center say Fall happens when the
daily low temperatures drop below 60 degrees and
stay there. In the Tampa Bay area that doesn’t usually
Happen until you’re eyeing turkey for Thanksgiving.
You know its fall in Florida when------
You put away your light green bathing suit in
favor of your brown one.
You can roll down the windows in your car
and not run the risk of melting
You can plant things without them withering
immediately
The stores put out the winter holiday
decorations.
Everywhere you turn there is some sort of
festival celebrating art, food, wine, crafts,
history, cars, gourds etc.
Although we don’t get the rainbow of falling
Leaves that other states do, we do see a lot
of acorns and random other seedlings.
Hey, that’s less raking for us.
Labor Day
Labor Day officially ends summer, as those who work enjoy
one final fling.
Blessed are those who bear the daily burden, of whom few
savants speak or minstrels sing,
Returning to the shallows of September, days of ease give
way to hours certain,
A long routine that wends its way towards winter,
Yearning for the promises of spring.
Newsletter Information
Note, any information to be placed in the newsletter, must be submitted between the 1st and 15th of
every month. Please contact the editor (Phyllis Grossi) at 567-6105, [email protected] or drop off
the information at 11150 Mesquite Dr. All newsletters can be viewed in color on the web site @
www.floridacommunities.com (click on Southfork at bottom of page.)
Suggestion Box
Suggestion Box is to be used to deposit, Annual Dues, Letters to the Board etc. All letters must
be signed or they will not be honored.
Office of Southfork
10808 U.S. 98, Dade City, Fl 33525
Phone: (352) 523-0022, Fax: (352)523-0611 After Hours: (352)206-4080
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ASSOCIATION OFFICERS:
President Tom Geyer 2014-2016
Vice President Jim McAdams 2014-2016
Secretary Peggy Elkins 2014-2016
Treasurer Mike Gallagher 2014-2016
Directors:
Priscilla Medeiros 2014-2016
Hollis Adams 2014-2016
Harvey Barber 2015-2017
Roger Layne 2015-2017
Mary Freund 2015-2017
Emergency CONTACT NUMBERS IN PASCO COUNTY (911)
Pasco Cty Sheriff 352-521-5131 Dade City Police 352-521-1493
Hurricane Updates 800-427-8340 Dade City Hospital 352-521-1100
Sick/Prayer List.
Mary Bolin Nancy Steding
Get Well Wishes To All!
In Memoriam
Oakley Osborn Former resident passed away
Jeanne Bittman Mother passed away
Our condolences to the family and friends!
New Residents
Billie Bradley 11040 Mustang Dr
Keith & Nan Moody 11045 Ewing Dr
Johnny Virgin 10936 Tumbleweed Dr
Welcome to our Community of Southfork!
Wedding Anniversary
Al & Lois Albrecht Sept 14
Marvin & Pat Rush Sept 16
Tom & Shirlynn Thompson Sept 18
Ron & Mary White Sept 19
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I am looking for wedding anniversaries celebrated for each month of the year. We
have so many in this community who have shown wedded bliss for so many years and we
would like to acknowledge all.
Please submit to me (Phyllis) by the 15th of each month so it can be shared by all.
from Tom’s desk.
Hello Southfork. My this year is moving fast. I guess that is in part that we
are a little bit older and time seems to move faster.
By popular demand we will continue movie night into Sept. The date is Sept
1st at 6:30pm. Popcorn and Ice Cream will be served. Come out and join
us….we have a lot of fun.
Labor Day, Sept 7th, we want to recognize all the hard working people that
made this country so great. We are going to have a Potluck at 4pm. The
Association will furnish “Fried Chicken”……Please sign up and write down
what you would like to bring. Bring enough for about 8 servings.
Our first board meeting of the Fall will be on Sept 21st at 9am in the card
room at the clubhouse. It is open to anyone who would like to address the
board.
Sept 28th is “Good Neighbor Day”……So say Hi to your neighbors, ok !
I hope everyone is doing well.
Tom
WELCOME BACK
WOW!!!!! It is hard to believe that Labor Day weekend is nearing and summer is
quickly coming to an end. It seems like just last week that the season was just
beginning and the snowbirds were leaving.
I hope it has been a good and healthy summer season for all of you. It has been a
good summer here at Southfork and now, in just a few short weeks, most of the
snowbirds will be back and many of the activities and meetings will be starting again.
FIRST DAY OF AUTUMN!!!!!!
September 23rd is the first day of autumn but here in Florida it is like any other day of the year. Up
North you are already thinking of cold weather, snow and ice and we here in Florida can only go by the
news media on what is happening and not missing the cold but we sure do miss the fall colors.
So to all of us here in Florida, relax and enjoy with no worries about shovels or freezing cold!!!!
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Women’s Club
On August 5th
, 11 members enjoyed a get together at "Sunrise" there
was plenty of food and a lot of laughs.
We are all very sad about the situation of Mary Bolin. A special
meeting is being called to discuss how we will help her in this difficult
moment.
We will look into distributing school supplies to 2 schools. Thanks
again to everyone who helped with this project.
We decided to go to Golden Corral for our next meeting on Sep. 2nd at
11:00 am.
See you around
Marielle
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DO YOU KNOW WHO THIS IS????????
I got an idea to start an article on “Can you guess who this is” and I was
wondering if you would like to be part of this.
There is only one problem, my scanner does not work on my computer
so a picture would have to be emailed to me with a little info for the article ( ex: this person
grew up in Belair, Md or anything you would like to have in so everyone can try and guess so
they can try and figure it out ). You can ask someone who has a computer to email for you if
you do not have one so you can submit.
I need pictures of anyone when they were a child or teen so everyone would have to try and
guess who this is. I will place the article in the newsletter and the following month I will give
you the correct answer.
If interested, send to me @ [email protected] I will not disclose any info until the
following newsletter. This could be a lot of fun!!!!!!
Profile of the Month
Marielle Quain is a member of our Southfork Community. If you enjoy our
Woman's Club or enjoy our weekly bingo sessions, I am certain you realize
that Marielle is responsible for always being at the helm for these very
important activities. Every Wednesday guests enjoy playing Bingo at our
Clubhouse, other parks are also welcome to join us. It is work, not only
on Wednesday evening, but continually through the year, purchasing
equipment, bingo cards, etc. thank you Marielle for making Bingo such a
pleasure.
Also, the Woman's Club has had Marielle
as its president for several years.
Each year a new and exciting activity
is planned monthly, birthday wishes to
each member on their birthday month,
many, many charities are donated to. I
am not saying Marielle does not have
some help, but she is the cornerstone
of our Woman's Club. In future issues
I intend to mention several people who
work at her side. Whether it be a
delicious Chili Dinner, Soup and Salad
fund raiser, Marielle is doing the
shopping, setting up shop, and making
certain the wheels run smoothly.
Variety shows are also a wonderful fund
raiser and we all have certainly
enjoyed our most recent, Miss
Southfork. We must not forget
our yearly bazaar.
Thank you Marielle for all you
do, for all you have done. And
what you will
continue to do in the future. I
know it takes a Village, but I
also know it
takes one hard working
individual, with unselfish
thoughts to make our community
thrive, as it well does.
Marielle not only contributes to
the above activities, but she willingly joins all aspects of Southfork
activities, dancing, entertainment evenings, etc. She wants success always.
I for one appreciate her efforts.
Submitted by Kathy Gallick
SOUTHFORK CINEMA, Tuesday September 1st!!
Our next Tuesday Night Movie will be September 1st @ 6:30pm. Join us in the
clubhouse for this exciting movie..
The “CineBistro will continue serving all you can eat popcorn for 25 cents and
ice cream for $1.00 a bowl.. There’s plenty of seating but feel free to bring your
own comfy chair!
Don’t forget, we take requests!!! Something you want to see? Just let us know.
NOW SHOWING: LAST VEGAS _ September 1st 6:30pm
“LAST VEGAS” – Starring Michael Douglas, Morgan
Freeman, Robert DeNiro and Kevin Kline. Four legends
like you’ve never seen them before. LAST VEGAS tells
the story of Billy, Paddy, Archie and Sam. Best friends
since childhood. When Billy, the group’s sworn bachelor,
finally proposes to his thirty-something girlfriend, the
four head to Las Vegas with a plan to stop acting their age
and relive their glory days. However, upon arriving the
four quickly realize that the decades have transformed
Sin City and tested their friendship in ways they never
imagined.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7TH
TIME: 4:00PM
All Southfork residents are invited to attend a “Potluck” on Labor Day, September 7th at the
Clubhouse.
Chicken will be provided by the HOA. Price of admission is a dish to pass enough for 8-10
people.
Coffee and Iced Tea will be available.
Bring your own table service. If you plan to attend, please sign-up by September 5th so we
know the amount of chicken to purchase.
Hope to see all of you there!!!!!
9/7 – Labor Day Celebration - Labor Day is annually held on the first Monday
of September. It was originally organized to celebrate various labor associations'
strengths of and contributions to the United States economy. It is largely a day of
rest in modern times. Many people mark Labor Day as the end of the summer
season and a last chance to make trips or hold outdoor events.
9/11 – Everyone Remembers 9-11-2001! Let us take time to remember
that tragic day – one we will never forget as we look back in horror of the events.
We always remember where we were and what we were doing – just like when
President Kennedy was assassinated. I personally remember it with nightmares
as was working for American Airlines (Headquarters) in Fort Worth, TX. It was
indeed a horrible experience and chaos. If you get the chance, listen to Alan
Jackson's song, “Where Were You (When The World Stopped Turning). It says so
much and humbles us all.
9/13 – Grandparents' Day – Happy Grandparents Day to all you
Grandpas/Grandmas and Nanas and Papas and other names our grandchildren
have given us all!
9/22 & 9/23 – Yom Kipper – to all our Jewish friends and families.
9/23 – First Day of autumn. We will be ready for this!
9/28 – Tentatively planned – Good Neighbor Day in Southfork – Random
Acts of Kindness (Sandi has a sign-up sheet at the office, for volunteers!)
And finally, Happy Birthday to all you September guys and gals!
We wanted to find out what some of our favorite dining out places are within the
area (and some favorites are a few miles away). When I talked to many folks here
in Southfork, I was surprised to hear that many do not go out to eat because they
aren't sure where to go. Well, we hope this will help in some way if and when the
kitchen is “closed” at home. Also, these are personal preferences of folks, but you
may not agree, so it’s not “gospel.” In no particular order……….
Island Breeze (was Mainly New England) 7643 Gall Blvd., ZH – Fay & Mike like the
Cuban food at very reasonable prices - $8 - $10.
Beef O’Bradys, 7833 Gall Blvd., ZH – A favorite sports bar atmosphere and to many
newcomers. Jean and Marsha experienced Beefers with a full menu! They have great
Cuban sandwiches too.
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Poncho’s Villa, 32804 Pennsylvania Ave. (downtown), San Antonio. Very good
home-made Mexican food $8 - $10; however, a small place seats maybe 30-40 people and
being so popular, very busy. The service is great and turnover is fast, but get there early,
but if you gotta wait – it is worth it. One of Kathy’s favs and Larry and Jean also!
Rojas Mexican, Gall Blvd., ZH – One of Pete and Dixie’s favs – great food, decent prices.
Chilis, 7643 Gall Blvd., ZH – a favorite of several people. Wide variety menu and they
have coupons for specials on line. Busy place but pretty fast seating and service. Great
food.
Piccola Italia, 37502 State Road 54, ZH – Italian, pizza and even good fish. Bob and
Carol like the food and service. Reasonable prices.
DiMaggio’s That’s Amore, 5347 Gall Blvd., ZH – It’s Italian as you can tell. You get
enormous servings so petite eaters may want to share an entrée. Atmosphere is great –
visit Italia right here in ZH, FL. Food very good – service good. Impress your friends here.
Blackstone Reef and Grill, 38361 County Rd. 54, ZH – Salad bar available with full
menu and specials. Mike and Linda likes this place along with the entertainment in the bar
area. During the busy season, if you want to dine in the entertainment section,
reservations are suggested. I like this place too!
Ruby Tuesdays, 7909 Gall Blvd., ZH – An all American restaurant with very good food
and great salad bar. Tom and Judy like this place too as well as many others. Prices
reasonable.
Doc’s Pub and Grille, 14946 US 301, Dade City – All you can eat crab legs on Friday
nights ($24/person – you got to be hungry! Casual pub atmosphere. Service pretty good.
Smittys Smokehouse & Grill, 12803 US 301, Dade City – Very good barbeque at
reasonable prices. Many other menu options, including breakfast.
And lastly…….Tiki Bar, Homosassa, FL – a good drive but well worth it. Several say, the
“best shrimp around.” Sometimes long waiting periods and Carolyn and Jim really didn’t
want me to broadcast one of their fav dining-out places (because of the long lines). Sorry, Carolyn, but I just had to spill the “shrimp.”
This only touches the surface of great places to dine out in our area. We’ve tried to focus
on interesting places other than our favorite fast food joints. However, if you go to Taco Bell
and order from the $1.00 menu (and get a senior drink – free of charge, with refills) you will
not damage your bank account!!! Also, it is a great idea to follow newspaper
articles/internet on postings of dirty dining establishments. Most of these reports come
from the larger city areas. So, enjoy your dining out experience and have a great
September!
Submitted by: Jean Deiss (863-602-1535) – call me with your NEWS!!!!!
(Oh by the way, dig through your picture files and find a childhood photo or baby picture of
yourself and/or spouse. Your Southfork News Folks may be asking you to share it in future
newsletters…… introducing “Who In The World Is This?”
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"Where Were You When The World Stopped Turning"(Written and Recorded by Alan
Jackson)
Where were you when the world stopped turning on that September day?
Were you in the yard with your wife and children
Or working on some stage in L.A.?
Did you stand there in shock at the sight of that black smoke
Risin' against that blue sky?
Did you shout out in anger, in fear for your neighbor
Or did you just sit down and cry?
Did you weep for the children who lost their dear loved ones
And pray for the ones who don't know?
Did you rejoice for the people who walked from the rubble
And sob for the ones left below?
Did you burst out with pride for the red, white and blue
And the heroes who died just doin' what they do?
Did you look up to heaven for some kind of answer
And look at yourself and what really matters?
I'm just a singer of simple songs
I'm not a real political man
I watch CNN but I'm not sure I can tell
You the difference in Iraq and Iran
But I know Jesus and I talk to God
And I remember this from when I was young
Faith, hope and love are some good things He gave us
And the greatest is love
Where were you when the world stopped turning on that September day?
Were you teaching a class full of innocent children
Or driving down some cold interstate?
Did you feel guilty 'cause you're a survivor
In a crowded room did you feel alone?
Did you call up your mother and tell her you loved her?
Did you dust off that Bible at home?
Did you open your eyes, hope it never happened
Close your eyes and not go to sleep?
Did you notice the sunset the first time in ages
Or speak to some stranger on the street?
Did you lay down at night and think of tomorrow
Or go out and buy you a gun?
Did you turn off that violent old movie you're watchin'
And turn on "I Love Lucy" reruns?
Did you go to a church and hold hands with some strangers
Did you stand in line and give your own blood?
Did you just stay home and cling tight to your family
Thank God you had somebody to love?
Where were you when the world stopped turning on that September day?
SNOWBIRDS
Here they come, ready or not! The snowbirds should be arriving in a steady stream starting in
September, October and November. License plates tell of their origins, but they’re all
coming to the land of palm tree-lined driveways and warm weather. Bring them on, I say!
Those of us who endure the hot, sticky summer months are finally starting to get out more.
We’re eating on the lanai, taking walks without being dripping wet and, well, here come the
traffic jams, the crowded doctor’s offices and stores, but wait---it also energizes our lifestyle
and our economy. Yes, come on down, all you snowbirds!
Clubs of all sorts exist in the winter but we still exist here with activities while you are away..
Friendships are big for snowbirds……..Put on a parade, a fun day or a fundraiser and you’ll
find snowbirds right in the middle of it all. Snowbirds who flock to Florida for the months of
September thru May, we love you and can’t wait for you to get back and get the community
rolling again with fun and laughter. Hurry, hurry so we can get the parties started!!!!
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_ Favor to Ask!!!
Fall is fast approaching and I have a big favor to ask all of you who submit any
articles or are in charge of any type of card games or activities. We have a lot
of newer residents in the park over the last 12 months and I want to make sure
the dates and times are current on all events held each week and correctly
placed in the newsletter.
Please do not assume I know the changes or deletions of any game activity and
if there have been any changes please let me know by the 15th of each month.
Thanks, Phyllis
WELCOME BACK FRIENDS FROM THE NORTH!!!
SOUTHFORK ENTERTAINMENT SERIES
Our Fall Entertainment Season Begins
We have finished our first summer season and we are still afloat. September
returns us to our normal ticket pricing of $7.50.
Sadly we’ve had a cancellation for Sept and October. So in place see below:
The Retros Band, will entertain us on Sept 15th and they are from New Port
Richey.
Renown Irish Comic, George Casey will hot our stage on Oct 6th.
Bobby Palermo’s music will be here on Nov 10th
Lastly, we will be entertained by John Timpanelli on Dec 6th.
*** Our New Years dinner dance will be hosted by Sam Kistner. (Price to be
announced.)
Crane Family
Submitted by, Kathy Gallick
We have a family of cranes, I believe they are looking for a
home on Mesquite.
Saw them browsing, with their three children just the other day.
Apparently the children are with the "bird sitter" today. They
seem to like their half of the road in the middle as a rule, so
be cautious, would never want to harm the new possible
neighbors.
I would not feed, could become a pecking problem.
Life is good!
.
Repairs by George
All types of handyman,
carpentry, plumbing,
electrical repairs, gutter
cleaning, roof repairs, tile
work and exterior
maintenance at a very
reasonable rate. Custom
cabinet making and Power
washing the whole house or
just north side. Feel free to
call me anytime.
(H) 352-322-2700
© 410-852-6663
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Nautical Memories Consignment Do you have items you no longer need? Since we can only have 2 carport sales a year, why not let me sell your items globally. I will do all the work and you will receive the benefits. Give me a call at: 215-534-7256. Patty _______________________
Avon: Catalogs are
available. Call Tanya or
Bobby 567-7125
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Will rake your lawn for $5 a
bag. Bobby Hahn
567-7125
Services Offered
I am a master electrician
offering the following
services: Electrical,
Pressure Washing, Gutter
Cleaning, Minor Plumbing.
Also, transportation to or
from Orlando/Tampa
airports as well as the
Tampa Train/Bus stations.
Jerry McClellan
11040 Maverick Drive
Home: (352) 437-5219
Cell: (352) 999-2908
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Homecare
Do you need help with daily living? Did an illness or procedure limit your ability to care for yourself? I have over 30 years experience helping people in their homes. I am a qualified HHA/CNA and homemaker that will assist you with daily living for very reasonable rates. References available upon request. For more information call (352) 567-7702 Ask for Maureen ________________________
Odd Jobs
I now work 8:30-1:30PM.
I am available after
1:30PM for odd jobs. No
job too big or too small.
Please leave a message
at 813-508-2805 and I
will return your call
ASAP.
Andy Davidson
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Need Help
House cleaning and
Lawn Service,
by Bea
813-562-0633
Weekly Calendar of Events
Sunday Church of Your Choice…”May I” card game @6pm
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Monday Coffee Hour @8am…Line Dance @10am…Poker @12 noon
(Fall/Winter) Men’s Shuffleboard @1pm… Hand & Foot @6pm
Euchre @6pm
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Tuesday Trash Pickup AM…(Fall/Winter) Mixed Shuffleboard @9am…
Exercise @10:30am…Sequence @1pm…(Fall/Winter) Men’s
Shuffleboard @1pm…(Fall/Winter) Ladies Shuffleboard @3pm
Bowling (Zephyrhills) @noon…Poker @5:00pm…DBL Pinochle 6pm
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Wednesday Blue bag Trash pickup 1st & 3rd Wednesday……
Quilting @9am… Bridge @1pm…(Fall/Winter) Men’s
Shuffleboard @1pm…Bingo@6:30pm, doors open @5:15pm
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Thursday Hand & Foot @9am…Dominoes @1pm…(Fall/Winter) Men’s
Shuffleboard @1pm…(Fall/Winter) Ladies Shuffleboard @3pm
Poker @5:00pm…”Alley” Board game @6pm…
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Friday Trash pickup… (Fall/Winter) Mixed Shuffleboard @9am…Exercise
@10:30am…(Fall/Winter) Men’s Shuffleboard @1pm…Poker @12noon
WII FIT @9am
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Saturday “TOPS” Weight Loss @9am…Bocce @10am…”65” game @6pm…Poker @5pm…
Sept 1st (Tues) Movie night 6:30pm (Last Vegas)
Sept 2nd (Wed) Womens Club (11am Golden Corral)
Sept 4th (Fri) Men’s Breakfast 9am
Sept 7th (Mon) Potluck 4pm (bring a dish to pass)
Sept 13th (Sun) Card Bingo 6pm (bring $2.00 in dimes)
Sept 15th (Tue) “The Retros Band” 7pm
Sept 21 (Mon) Assn Officers/Directors 9am
Sept 27th (Sun) Card Bingo 6pm (bring $2.00 in dimes)
Sept 28th (Mon) Good Neighbor Day
REMEMBER, CHECK OUT THE ACTIVITY PAGE IF YOU WANT TO ATTEND ANY
MONDAY MORNING COFFEE, CARD GAMES, BINGO AND ANY OTHER SOCIAL
ACTIVITY HELD ON A DAILY BASIS HERE IN THE PARK.