The South Ponte Vedra News

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Dear Neighbors, There was a packed house at our 2nd Friday recognition of

John Underwood. We had to set up an extra table in our enclosed porch area to accommodate the overflow crowd. The program, coordinated by Jim Valenti and Ed Olsen, led us through John’s

remarkable history from World War II heroics as a torpedo bomber tail gunner, to securing the land from the state where our SPVCA center is located. On the lighter side, Ron Horst told the tale of

John’s hole-in-one at a charity event that won him a trip to Las Vegas. According to Ron, the ball flew into the hole on the fly!

Talk about accuracy! When John had his turn to speak, ever the gentleman, he shared the credit for his accomplishments with others. John also revealed surprising details on the negative

treatment he received from those who opposed him, particularly in his successful effort to increase our local beach safety by

prohibiting vehicular traffic. At the conclusion of the program, Ed and Jim presented John and his wife Angela with a gift as a token of appreciation for service to our community.

On Saturday March 22nd “Casino Night” returned to the SPVCA center. Black Jack, Roulette, Craps, and Horse Racing all gathered a crowd with every person holding $1000 real (looking) dollars to

spend. Prizes were given to the top three winners with Mike Preusser taking first place.

Prior to the gambling, bocce ball, horseshoes, and bag toss competitions were held in our outdoor activity area. Bob Frohardt was the bocce ball champ and Marge Herklotz took top honors in

the bag toss. The whole evening was great fun and well-deserved thanks go to our hard working Social and Recreation committees.

If you missed the good time, do yourself a favor and make a point to be with us at our next event.

MONTHLY HAPPENINGS Monthly Social 2nd Friday 6 - 8:30 P.M.

Bingo Last Thursday 7 P.M.

Bridge

Tuesdays 7 P.M. Exercise Class Monday, Wednesday & Friday

9 A.M. Tai Chi

Tuesdays & Thursdays 9 A.M. Book Club 3rd Monday 7 P.M.

Mah Jongg Tuesdays & Fridays 1 P.M.

Memory Enhancement Program Mondays & Wednesdays 10:30-3:30

South Ponte Vedra Civic Association, Inc. 2724 South Ponte Vedra Blvd. Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 829-2486 patz@bellsouth.net

April 2014 News Editor: Amy Brannon

amybrannon2011@gmail.com

“Trivia Night” returns on the April 11th Second Friday Social, where

“what you know” can win a prize for your entire team (table). Look out for the new 2014 South

Ponte Vedra Civic Association Member Directory as it makes its way to you. Be sure to support our many Directory

sponsors by using their products and services.

Dennis Froio SPVCA President 904-810-0683

LADIES WHO LUNCH

MEN WHO MUNCH

Tuesday April 15th at 12:00

The Beach Diner 880 A1A N #2

Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082

(904)273-6545

SPVCA FOOD PANTRY

Thanks to all

who donate!

Box at entrance to SPVCA Hall

SPVCA BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2013-2014

President Dennis Froio

Vice President Mark Powell

Treasurer Ivan Juric

Secretary Nancy Sachs

Membership Committee Jim Valenti/Norm Allmen

Social Committee Nancy Frohardt/Dale Roseman

Past President and Legal Jim Valenti

Civic Affairs Ed Olsen

Building and Landscape Mike Preusser

Building Coordinator Janet Gandara

Director at Large Rich Friscino

BOOK CLUB 3RD MONDAY 7 P.M.

April 21st

The Bean Trees by Barbara Kingsolver “This is the story of a lovable,

resourceful "instant mother," one who speaks, acts and learns for herself... an inspiration.”

—Glamour Magazine

May 19th Sea of Poppies by Amitav Ghosh “In Sea of Poppies, Amitav Ghosh assembles from different corners of the

world sailors, marines and passengers for the Ibis, a slaving schooner now converted to the transport of coolies and

opium.” —The Guardian

Thursday April 17th at 12:00

FARM TO FAMILY COMING SOON

A new mobile farm market will soon be making regular stops at Serenata Beach Club. The Farm to Family truck is designed to serve the “food deserts” of St. Johns County. A

food desert is a residential area that has limited access to fresh produce. South Ponte Vedra is considered a food desert according to the Department of Agriculture.

Look for the Farm to Family truck at the Rhythm and Ribs festival April 4th-6th. See the new truck get christened at the official launch at Bozard Ford on May 17th from 11:00–1:00. Be among the first to purchase fresh produce straight from the fields of Hastings. A

schedule of Serenata stops will be published here when it is finalized.

ADMIRING FACES AT 2ND FRIDAY SOCIAL – JOHN UNDERWOOD TRIBUTE

GAME FACES AT CASINO NIGHT – MARCH 22ND

ADORING FACES AT JEAN LYNCH’S 90TH BIRTHDAY – MARCH 25TH

URGENT MEETING OF SPV-VILANO BEACH PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION

Saturday, April 19, at 9 a.m.

SPVCA building

2724 South Ponte Vedra Blvd.

During March, our area was once again affected by severe erosion, with devastating damage to several properties in the 2800 block, as well as continued erosion impacting dunes, walkovers, and properties in other

stretches of the beach. You may have seen the TV news coverage or viewed the affected properties.

Previously, we announced that at our next Association meeting on April 19 we intended to inform everyone

about the details of the updated St Augustine Inlet Management Plan. Given the recent erosion, it is especially important that everyone understand the impact of that Plan. Some of its adopted strategies are most beneficial to our interests, including significantly smaller annual Inlet dredging limits (“bypassing objectives”) and the

placement of one-third of the dredged material to our critically eroded beaches to the north of the Inlet. After its adoption by DEP in January, we learned that the St Augustine Port, Waterway, and Beach District, which, with the Army Corps is responsible for the maintenance dredging, had requested a time extension for filing a

petition. We are relieved to report the petition was not filed and so the Plan has gone into effect.

Now that the conditions of our beach have worsened considerably, not only is the adoption of that Plan

critical, but in order to benefit from it we must initiate new actions which require our coastal engineering consultants, and which in turn requires your financial support.

We want to thank everyone who responded to our request for erosion and beach access information just

prior to the DEP visit on Feb 18. Based on their inspection, we anticipate that they will declare additional coastline as critically eroded.

We hope to see you on the 19th of April. In addition, please help us spread the word about this upcoming meeting. Our Association’s success to date is the result of our members’ being well-informed and supporting our activities.

For additional information, contact:

Tom Turnage Linda Chambless

tturnage@SouthPonteVedra-vilano.com lcc320@bellsouth.net

387-0770 829-9861

ST. AUGUSTINE LIGHTHOUSE HISTORY

From Ivan’s desk

Paul Eckstein (Cdr. U.S. Navy Ready Reserve, Retired), who is on staff with the St. Augustine

Lighthouse, will discuss the construction of lighthouses along the Florida coast and their historic role during all conflicts, from the time they were built to today. Paul will

focus on the St. Augustine Light and add a few ghost stories for entertainment value.

If you are a current or past officer in our nation's

military, the wife/husband or widow/widower of same, you are cordially invited to attend the Ancient City

Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America's March 27th (Thursday) luncheon meeting at the Holiday Isle Oceanfront Resort, 860 A1A Beach Blvd, St Augustine

Beach, FL 32080 at 11:30 am. Lunch reservations are available for $15.00 per person. Contact Charles Stratmann at (904) 471-0077.

SEA LOVE SUNSET CRUISE

Come join SPVCA on a Sea Love sunset cruise.

Departing Saturday, May 3rd

Leaving promptly at 6:00 pm Be on board by 5:30 pm

Sea Love Marina Nix Boatyard Road

(continue past Home Depot to the end of the road on left)

Cost is $26 per person.

Food and drink and lots of fun

will be provided

Checks due at SPVCA Social Committee mailbox

by April 25th

Questions? Call:

Ed Olsen 797-1791 Dale Roseman 829-6928

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Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

30 31 Exercise/stretch 9 A.M. Memory Enhancement

10:30-3:30

1 Tai Chi 9 A.M. Mah Jongg 1 P.M.

Bridge 7 P.M.

2 Exercise/stretch 9 A.M. Memory Enhancement

10:30-3:30

3 Tai Chi 9 A.M.

4 Exercise/weights 9 A.M. Mah Jongg 1 P.M.

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6 7 Exercise/stretch 9 A.M.

Memory Enhancement 10:30-3:30

8 Tai Chi 9 A.M.

Mah Jongg 1 P.M. Bridge 7 P.M.

9 Exercise/stretch 9 A.M.

Memory Enhancement 10:30-3:30

10 Tai Chi 9 A.M.

11 Exercise/weights 9 A.M.

Mah Jongg 1 P.M. 2nd Friday Social/Trivia 6 P.M.

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13 14 Exercise/stretch 9 A.M.

Memory Enhancement 10:30-3:30

15 Tai Chi 9 A.M.

Mah Jongg 1 P.M. Bridge 7 P.M.

16 Exercise/stretch 9 A.M.

Memory Enhancement 10:30-3:30

17 Tai Chi 9 A.M.

Ladies Who Lunch 12:00

18 Exercise/weights 9 A.M.

Mah Jongg 1 P.M.

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20 21 Exercise/stretch 9 A.M. Memory Enhancement 10:30-3:30

Book Club 7 P.M.

22 Tai Chi 9 A.M. Men Munch 12:00 P.M. Mah Jongg 1 P.M.

Bridge 7 P.M.

23 Exercise/stretch 9 A.M. Memory Enhancement 10:30-3:30

24 Tai Chi 9 A.M. Ladies Lunch 12 P.M. Bingo 7 P.M. with new

caller Mark Powell

25 Exercise/weights 9 A.M. Mah Jongg 1 P.M.

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27 28 Exercise/stretch 9 A.M.

Memory Enhancement 10:30-3:30

29 Tai Chi 9 A.M.

Mah Jongg 1 P.M. Bridge 7 P.M.

30 Exercise/stretch 9 A.M.

Memory Enhancement 10:30-3:30

1 Tai Chi 9 A.M.

2 Exercise/weights 9 A.M.

Mah Jongg 1 P.M.

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