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Vol. XXII, No. 49	King's Gate Club - a 55+ community, Nokomis, Florida	December 12, 2009

SANTA'S COMING to the Christmas Party, Thursday, Dec. 17th, after the 6 PM, KGC Golf Cart Parade!   Reminder: if you would like Santa to hand out gifts to your grandchildren, please bring the gifts (with the child's name) to the clubhouse, before the parade.       ---George Agricola

HEALTHLINE:   Jeanne Steele, 302 Avenue of Dukes, fell on Sunday going into a restaurant and broke her pelvic bone.   She is in Sunset Lake Rehab, 832 Sunset Lake Blvd, Venice, 34292. Due to Jim Steele having Alzheimers, he is in Sunset Lakes Nursing facility at the same address.   Your prayers and cards would be appreciated.       ---Irene Bette

CABLENEWS:   The operators of Cablenews will be alternating for the next several weeks.   Therefore, please remember to use the website - cablenews@kgc.cc and the clip on the sound room door at the foot of the stage entrance in the Clubhouse.   Dee Hicks, Don Richmond & Charlie Fote will be alternating, until my return in January.   We have been trying the new website and the clip on the door in the Clubhouse for several weeks, and it seems to be working very well.   This system allows us to change operators without any interruption in bringing you the latest notices on TV Channel 117 or 795.       ---Barb Amatrudo

MEMORIAL COMMITTEE:   I just want to thank everyone that attended mass and the luncheon for the Porzio Family.   Everyone showed their love to Mary and her family and how much Bud was really loved.   I can't begin to thank everyone that helped with this affair.   Special thanks to Fr. Steve for the service and prayers at the hall, Tom Hicks for the sound system, to all the wonderful ladies that baked, everyone that helped get the food out and organized, everyone that helped with clean up.   I may get it organized, but without all the help, these things could not just happen.   I personally want to thank each and everyone one of you.   We served about 230 guests.   Thank you for making this such a success.       ---Mary Lou Richmond, Memorial Committee Chairman.

REGATTA SEASON for 2010 begins this Sunday, Dec.13th, at 1:30 PM.   As an experienced boat owner, there are some items of interest you should be aware of, for the coming season.   Charge the batteries, dust off the shelf dirt, and for some, you have to un-package them; admire them even more out of the box, and anticipate the challenges ahead of you.   Just like in past years, we expect a large turnout of boisterous crowds.   The grill will be heated up, ready to serve our hot dogs and goodies, for this anticipated event.   All are invited to come and enjoy a relaxing afternoon, "at the pool".       ---Commodore Jerry Becker

ATTENTION - WANNABE GUITAR PLAYERS:   If you are interested in learning to play the guitar, please attend a meeting which will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 15, at 9 AM, in the Activities Room.   If you don't have a guitar, we will discuss how to obtain one at that meeting.       ---Ron Carpenter

ENTERTAINMENT:   We have an excellent Christmas Special for all of you.   On Wednesday, December 16, @ 7:30 P.M. we will have two entertainments.   The Venice Isles' Men's Glee Club will sing songs of Christmas and nostalgia.   The second half will feature Jimmy Mazz, a newcomer from the great state of Massachusetts.   He is a vocalist and impersonator and will sing songs from the 50's such as those from Perry Como and the Rat Pack and more.   Come and spend the evening with us, and bring in the Christmas Spirit.   Remember to come early.   The doors will open @ 7:00 P.M.   Tickets are on sale today, Sat. Dec. 12th.   $7.00 each, tax included.       ---Emil and Shirley DePasquale

SINGLES' CHRISTMAS PARTY:   All you singles, come celebrate Christmas with me on Friday, December 18, at 5:00 PM.   Just bring yourself (no gifts) and a happy face.   Please sign up in the back of the hall.       ---Ann Kellum, 322 King Arthur Drive

CHRISTMAS DINNER:   Come and join your King's Gate family, for a wonderful afternoon and dinner.   Leave all the planning to us, on this special holiday.   We will gather in the clubhouse at 1:30, with dinner being served at 2:00 sharp.   All you need to do is bring your place setting, if you wish.   Everything will be provided.   A terrific menu from appetizers to desert, including wine and soft drinks, will be served.   Tickets will be sold at the Saturday morning meetings for $15 per person.   If you can not make the meetings and want a ticket, call Charlie Fote (484-5398), and he will ensure that you get one.   Don't miss this special occasion to socialize and enjoy a great afternoon and meal together.   Share the joy of the day together.

MOVEMENT FOR HEALTH will resume on January 4th at 11:15.   See you all there.       ---Gigi

MONDAY SHUFFLEBOARD STANDINGS……… Monday, December 7, 2009             ---Ralph Garver

2010 CPR/AED:   Here is the list of names for those who are certified and will need re-certification soon.   Remember, going to class allows you to know the latest procedures and to practice what you were taught.
Charles and Mary Brady
Loretta Brian
Dave and Mary Calkins
Louise Eichenlaub
Vic Grisetto
Kae Hardesty
Alan and Rosemary Holdway
Rex Ingerick
Sally and Bob Jeffrey
Lydia Johnson
Don Keele
Dick May
Mary Jane Shelby
Charlotte Stears
Bob and Kathy Sudmann
Linda Varty
The date for our next class will be January 23rd, 2010, @ 12 noon to 3 P.M. in the Activity Room.   Anyone who would like to be certified please contact me by e-mail:   emil@kgc.cc, or call me after January 5th @ 941-484-7031.   Remember, by attending a class you will be more familiar and gain confidence with the use of CPR/AED, if the occasion       ---Emil DePasquale

BOWLING:   Christmas Cash Event on Tuesday, Dec. 15th.   Three games plus handicap.      Tuesday, December 1, 2009 results:

Norm Randall bowled 59 pins over average single game.             ---Don Fisher

HAPPY BIRTHDAY wishes to all of these King's Gaters, who will soon be celebrating their big day:
        December 20   Ann Franco
        December 21   Lowell Hardesty
        December 21   Bob Sudmann
        December 22   Betty Hamilton
        December 22   Doreen Exner
        December 24   Robert B. Johnson
        December 26   Alice Higgens
        December 28   Jack Varty
        December 28   Chuck Tompkins
        December 28   Charlie Fote
        December 30   Tom Weber

NEW DVD added to the Video Library this week -- Julie and Julia.       ---Jean Ickes

TRAVEL:   DUE TO THE HOLIDAY SEASON, PAYMENTS FOR JANUARY SHOWS WOULD BE APPRECIATED AT THIS TIME.   THIS IS MY LAST TRAVEL MEETING FOR THE YEAR....SO IF YOU OWE FOR THE MURDER-MYSTERY TRAIN ON JAN.3RD. 2010, AND DON'T PAY TODAY, PLEASE DROP OFF A CHECK THIS WEEK; SAME FOR JANUARY 12TH, GEORGE M , NIGHT SHOW. $65.00 AND ALSO HARD ROCK CASINO.....JAN.14TH, 2010.....I MUST HAVE THESE ACTIVITIES PAID FOR IN FULL NOW.   THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION.
 
     JANUARY 3, 2010 - Murder-Mystery Train Ride, leaving approx. 3:00 PM.   Enjoy Two Guys, Two Girls, a train and a Killer Act!   Journey back to the late 1940's, the Golden Era of Railroads and the dawn of lounge acts, for an evening of fun food, and of course, MURDER.   $78 includes round trip transportation, driver's tip and food gratuity.   JOIN US FOR FUN ADVENTURE.   Wait Listed
     January 12, 2010 - George M, An evening show, leaving at 4 PM. 2 SEATS AVAILABLE, CONSIDER JOINING US!   $65.00
     January 14, 2010 - Hard Rock Casino, $25.00.  WAIT LISTED
     January 24, 2010 - Sunday, leaving at 10 AM.   George M.  Wait listed.  $64.00
     March 7, 2010 - Sunday, The King and I.  Wait listed.  $64.00
     March 18, 2010 - Silver Foxes
     March 26, 2010 - Sailor Circus
     April 18, 2010 - Ring of Fire.  Wait Listed.   $64.00
     April 22, 2010 - Ring of Fire, ADDITIONAL BUS...THURS. EVENING. $65.00  Seats available - book now!
 
     CHRISTMAS IN OCALA...WE HAVE 30 TRAVELING WITH US, LEAVING AT 8:00 A.M. NEXT SAT. DEC.18-19-2010, WE SHOULD HAVE A NICE TIME AT SILVER SPRINGS AND ENJOYING THE OCALA FLORIDA AREA.   WISH ALL OF YOU WERE GOING WITH US.
 
     Oasis of the Sea:   Our cruise is Feb.20-27th, 2010; there are still a few rooms available.   After seeing this wonderful ship, I am sure you might want to join us.   If so, please contact VIP World Travel as soon as possible.   1-800-323-7448 or 941-377-0017
     ALL SHOWS ARE POSTED, SO CHECK TO SEE IF YOU HAVE SIGNED UP FOR SOMETHING, ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING TRAVEL, WE WILL TRY AND HELP YOU.
                        Don and Mary Lou Richmond, Travel Coordinators; John and Sandy Eade, Travel Partners.

MEN'S PANCAKE BREAKFAST:   Last Friday was another successful Pancake Breakfast with a good-sized group there to eat the delicious breakfast.   Again, our thanks to Jerry Robinson and his faithful group of workers.   Thanks, too, to Ron Carpenter for his music during the breakfast - much enjoyed.

SINGLES' CHRISTMAS PARTY:   Ann Kellum, 322 King Arthur Drive, invites all singles to join her at her home on Friday, December 18, at 5:00 PM to help celebrate Christmas with her.   She says no presents - just your presence is requested, along with a happy face.   Sign up in the back of the hall.

MOVE NORTH:   Don and Ruth Paulson, 63 King Arthur Drive, have moved north.   If you'd like to send them a card or note to wish them well, their address is as follows:   Unit 306, 66 Hawthorne Drive, Bedford, NH  03110.   The Paulsons were very active during the years they lived here and they will be missed.

ORCHIDS:   To John Schleicher, who walks around the Club each morning and is again delivering the Herald Tribune to our doors.   We really appreciate it, John!

MUSIC APPRECIATION:   Thanks to Alan and Rosemary Holdway for a delightful evening last Saturday.   The music was delightful and of course Andre Rieu's Christmas video was special.   Snacks were enjoyed, too.   Alan says next Music Appreciation evening will be in late January.

THOUGHTS:   As I write this on Wednesday evening, I think back over the day.   And it was a sad day, as along with a large contingent of Club members, we attended the services celebrating the life of Bud Porzio.   Bud was very active in many of the activities of the Club, but I will especially always remember him as he and Mary ran the Pizza and Horse Races evenings, and on Saturday mornings when he ran 50/50 - "Bud Time."   Bud had a great personality and was always smiling - thereby making us all feel good.   And, Mary, you'll be in our thoughts and prayers.       ---SJB

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