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Glenridge Abuzz with Holiday Fes vi es

by Bunny Nesbit, Social Committee Chair

Your Social Committee has been busy working on plans for the 2011 Holiday Season. Glenridge members are in for a real treat when it comes to decorations, as the common areas are transformed into a wonderland. There will be magnicent trees everywhere, especially the one at the bottom of our beautiful grand staircase. You will nd a delightful Christmas Village displayed on the Mezzanine. Wreaths, swags, holly and evergreen ropes are used throughout to add to the ambiance of our home. Please take the

time to wander about and enjoy all of this. We will have our annual Holiday Gala on the evening of Tuesday, December 6. Invitations have been sent and we hope everyone will choose to attend. It is a wonderful party that takes place in the ground oor common area. Our Dining Services team sets up delicious food stations overowing with carved-toorder let of beef, seafood, made-to-order pasta and of course desserts, as well as wonderful passed hors
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Your 2012 Glenridge Advisory Council

The 2012 Glenridge Advisory Council (G.A.C.) will consist of (L-R): Dr. Ed Feldmann (Building G Dundee), Dr. Stanley Cohen (West Club Homes), Jackie Pillsbury (East Club Homes), Roger Wall (Building J Glasgow), Dick Fleming (Building K Inverness), Dr. Lee Greene (Building H Edinburgh) and Betty Stewart (Cypress). Not pictured: John DeSanto (Building F Aberdeen), Estelle Barrett (Oaks) and Paula Spitalny (Palm). The Council will elect ofcers, who will be instated along with the new representatives in January 2012. Photo by George Measer

Charleys Corner
by Charley Tirrell, CEO

Recently, I attended the annual National Conference for Continuing Care Retirement Communities (similar to The Glenridge) in Washington D.C. There were over two thousand organizations represented. There were presentations and educational seminars such as: Using Technology to Support Member Independence, Robot Assistance, Is the World Ready for Global Aging, Creating a Culture of Innovation, Staff Retention and Recruitment Strategies, and Idea House where kitchen cabinets, shelving and countertops are height adjustable, and exible walls move on tracks to better accommodate members various needs and desires. There were many, many thoughts and ideas from architects, designers, technologists and clinicians. The core focus will always remain on ways in which we can continue to improve and provide our members the very best in all things from technology to recreation options Im still working on the Robot thing. The great news is that we continue to outshine our colleagues in many categories such as oc-

cupancy, nancial strength, stability and member involvement and satisfaction. It is always worthwhile to look at our colleagues and take the best practices from around the country and look for future opportunities to excel here at The Glenridge. We have begun our painting project on the campus, starting with the West Wing of the main building. We will then transition to the Cypress, Oaks and Palm buildings before completing the sequence at the East Wing of the main building in April. I greatly appreciate your patience in this, as there will be requests to clear areas in preparation for the work to be done. The Carroll Center expansion is quickly approaching completion. We hope to have our nal inspection in early January. Thereafter, we will have our Grand Opening and ribbon-cutting celebration. This will be a premier event and I look forward to seeing all of you at the ceremony. Tis the season for parties and other merriment. There is something very special about enjoying the Holidays here at The Glenridge on Palmer Ranch. There are so many friendly members and somehow there are even more parties

and activities than usual. We will all enjoy our village upstairs on the mezzanine; it is always a treat for all the children, no matter if they are nine or ninety. Our holiday decorations are up and looking phenomenal. On behalf of all our members, staff and board, I wish all of you the very best. Best Regards, Charley

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AROUND THE GLENRIDGE

Take a Walk to See the Beauty of The Glenridge

by George Measer

While strolling through the park one day, in the merry, merry month of November, I really, for the rst time, appreciated all the beautiful plantings that make The Glenridge so attractive. This isnt by accident. It is through the hard work and dedication of Glenridge Grounds Manager Katherine Lawless, who must coax

and cajole Mother Nature to create our award-winning environment. With the help of only two team members, Sergio Oviedo and Roger Diaz, Katherine is responsible for almost every portion of The Glenridges ninety acres. She also oversees the new landscape company and is planning the plantings around the new wings of the Carroll Center expansion. Then add special tasks such as entrances, sidewalks, keeping garages clean,
This beautiful Bismarck palm tree (Bismarckia Nobilis) at the front entrance is one of seven of the silver-blue variety on campus. A native of Madagascar, the dramatic Bismarck can handle heat better than cold. They have to be injected annually to protect them from infestation.

watering plants, etc., and one can see why this grounds manager doesnt have a minute to spare. There seems to be a beautiful, picture-worthy vista everywhere you look! So while walking around our campus, I took photos of just a few of the colorful scenes Katherines efforts have given The Glenridge. Enjoy!

This is my wedding cake, says Lawless. It is my pride and joy with six tiers of bushes. The top two tiers are Hibiscus Standard. The next tier is Silver Buttonwood, another native. The next tier is Trinette (Variegated Arboricola), followed by Dwarf Oleander. The bottom tier is Golden Duranta.

This beautiful reective view is one of the many around the Glenridge. These are Bald Cedars, a protected species. The view is west of the Cyprus Building.

The Winter Cassia, or Buttery Bush, is a winter bloomer that puts on a wonderful oral display around the holiday season. The owers are attractive to bees and butteries. The plant, a member of the Royal Poinciana family, can be found in almost all the tropical areas of the world.

Photos by George Measer

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doeuvres. Cocktails are by signature. The casual dining room will be available for seating as well as the Thistle Stop area. There will be live music and a dance host for dancing around the aquarium. The ladies enjoy dressing up for this event and men wear suits or tuxes. This fun party should not be missed. You will nd a special tree across from the Reception desk. Members host a gift tree and childrens party, called Bagels & Cookies with Santa, for children aged 9 and under who live in the households of our staff. We hope you will participate; this festivity is to show our appreciation to all our staff and their families and to meet their children. On the tree will be envelopes: red for boys and green for girls. Each will be marked with the gender and age of one of the children attending, e.g., Boy, Age 4. Inside the envelope will be instructions and a gift tag to place on your gift. Each child attending the party will receive one gift. In order for all children to be treated equally, we suggest an amount of $25. If you feel this is more than you want to spend, please join with a neighbor or friend in purchasing a gift. I will be available to help shop

for you if you so choose, and members of the Social Committee will assist in wrapping gifts for those who need assistance. Please deliver all wrapped gifts to Mac II on Friday, December 16, between 10am and 2pm. We cannot accept any gift after 2pm Friday. If you cannot be here to deliver your gift on Friday please drop your gift off at the Concierge desk before December 16. The party will be held on Saturday, December 17, from 10:30 until noon in the MacIntyre Room, and all members are encouraged to attend. We also have a New Years Eve party thats loads of fun and very clever. The party starts at 7:00pm, but the clock on the wall says 10:00 oclock! We serve a nice selection of food and will have cocktails by signature as well as hats, noisemakers, etc. There will be live music and the dance oor will be set up for your dancing pleasure. We will have a countdown at midnight (actually 9:00pm) and a champagne toast. Be sure to sign up for the event! Your Social Committee has enjoyed planning for our 2011 Holiday Season. We look forward to seeing you at all these wonderful events.

To celebrate the rst day of Chanukah there will be a gathering on Tuesday, December 20, at 5:30pm in the MacIntyre Room. The rst candle will be lit during a brief ceremony. A erwards, the menorah will be moved to the main lobby where it will remain for the eight days of Chanukah. All are welcome!

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More Holiday Treats

Saturday, December 3, 4pm The Players Kids entertain in the Theater. No charge!

Free Concert Showcases a cappella Voices

The Denison Hilltoppers, a mens singing group from Denison University in Granville, Ohio, will present a free concert in the Glenridge Performing Arts Center after the G.A.C. meeting on Thursday, January 12. The 12 men sing a cappella, using their voices instead of musical instruments to create background sounds. Founded 31 years ago, the Hilltoppers are touring Florida during their winter break for the third consecutive year, performing at schools, country clubs, churches and other community venues. Their repertoire ranges from standards to contemporary pop music. J.D. Carter, former Glenridge Dining Services team member and son of Glenridge Event Coordinator Rennie Carter, is president of the Hilltoppers this year. Tickets are not necessary; members are encouraged to stay for the show immediately following the G.A.C. meeting.

Sunday, December 4, 7:30pm Holiday Harmonies, with Sarasotas award-winning Chorus of the Keys barbershop ensemble in the Theater. Call the GPAC Box Ofce. Friday, December 9, 3pm Employee Appreciation Party in the Thistle Stop. Then the Harmonaires showcase their musical gifts during happy hour. Monday, December 12, 7:30pm By Kids, For Kids presents The Twelve Days of Christmas in the GPAC. Call the Box Ofce. Tuesday, December 13, 9:15am departure Victorian Christmas Stroll through 14 specially-decorated rooms of the National Historic Landmark Plant Museum; lunch at the original Columbia Restaurant. Call the Concierge. Tuesday, December 13, 6:30pm departure Christmas Lights Tour. See the best light displays in town FREE! Call the Concierge to sign up. Wednesday, December 14, 6:30pm departure Christmas Lights Tour for Carroll Center and Highlands members. Saturday, December 17, 7:30pm Seventy members of the Sarasota Childrens Ballet present a special performance in the Theater. Call the Box Ofce.

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June Comple on Date Set for Pain ng

Power washing and painting have begun on all the exterior walls of the Independent Living buildings. The Carroll Center, Highlands, Club Homes and the front of the Commons buildings are not being painted at this time. The products being used have very good watershedding properties. The Glenridge and the painting contractor have set up a 5-step process that begins with pressure washing and ends with the nal coat of paint. The project will require approximately 5,000 gallons of paint, several cases of a special hybrid waterproong caulking known as Sonalastic 150, and a stucco patching compound manufactured by BASF. The construction company, Weitz, will be paying a portion of the cost. The project is scheduled to be completed by June 15, 2012.

A Smidge of Bridge
by Jean Minneman A contract worker begins the power washing process on the main building. Photo by George Measer

Ed Duffy Named Unsung Hero

Palm Building resident Ed Duffy was named Unsung Hero for November, 2011. Ed has served as chairman of the Finance Committee for the past 4 years. Former chairman and CEO of Marine Midland Bank, his leadership on the Finance Committee has beneted every Glenridge member. WEST

NORTH s876543 1QJ 22 cAJ73 EAST

SOUTH sAK2 1K987 2AK5 c864 After a routine auction (via transfer bidding), South is the declarer at 4 spades. E-W did not bid. End of routine!!! I see ten tricks, easily: 5 spades, two hearts, two diamonds, and one club. However, how are you managing the entries? After the diamond 10 lead, pull the trumps (3-1), attack the hearts and nd that the player with the Ace takes the second heart trick. How in the world do I return to my hand to accomplish that beautiful king? Let the kids stay out late tonight! Solution: page 11.

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Tour of Buddhist Temple Offered

by Lorna Hard

The Travel Committee is very pleased to offer Glenridge members an opportunity to visit the Florida World Peace Temple, a Kadampa Meditation Center in Sarasota, on Tuesday, January 24. The Temple, which was many years in the planning, opened in June of this year. The building includes the spiritual elements of traditional Kadampa temple design as well as some modern architectural features. Kadampa is an independent

Buddhist tradition founded in the 11th century by Atisha, an Indian monk. The purpose of the Kadampa tradition is to preserve and disseminate the essential teachings of Buddha. The Florida World Peace Temple is a member of an international Buddhist nonprot organization incorporated in England. The temple will provide guides who will present an overview of the work of the Kadampa tradi-

tion and answer questions. After the tour, the group will enjoy a light lunch at a nearby Vietnamese restaurant, where the food is inexpensive and delicious, according to George Davis. Admission to the temple is free, but attendees taking this tour will be asked to give $10.00 toward a group donation to the temple. The cost of the bus is $12.00. Call the Concierge at 552-5315 to sign up.

Carroll Center Construc on Update

by Mark Crouch, Project Manager

THE END IS NEAR! Well, to be a little more specic, the end of Phase One is on schedule to be completed by the second week of January, 2012. Phase I includes the addition of two new skilled nursing neighborhoods, installation of a new 500 kw emergency generator, Highlands kitchen renovation, the new memory support bath/shower room, and improvements to the Library/Lounge area at the main entry to the Carroll Center. During the month of November the exterior stucco work and the roof tiles were both completed. Work on the interior of the building is progressing nicely as

nal paint is applied to the moldings, doors and millwork. Cabinetry, counter tops and ceramic tile were also completed last month. Looking forward to Decembers schedule, the acoustical ceilings, door hardware, nurse call system, oor coverings and furnishings are slated to be installed. Following in January, after a thorough testing of the new systems and favorable inspections by the County, AHCA, and the Fire Marshal; the doors will be opened to the two new fourteen-room neighborhoods. Stay tuned for Phase II Physical Therapy Wing renovation coming soon!

Whats So Great about The Glenridge? The People!

by Phyllis Willever

Tom Fox, who has lived in the Cypress Building for seven years, answers the question Whats so great about The Glenridge? this way: Thats easy!!! I love the coconut shrimp when it appears on the weekly menu. The swimming pool is just great! And the free movies a couple of times a week are inviting.... But the greatest thing about The Glenridge has to be the PEOPLE!! Our members are the most interesting, educated, varied, and delightful group one could imagine. They come from all kinds of backgrounds professional, worldly incredible!! I could nd only a couple of illiterates in the whole place!!

But beyond the members, we have a remarkable staff. Who could imagine a better dining room manager than Claire? Or a Dining Services director like Garry? Or a theater manager better than Ben? And its not only the management, but the frontline team members the waiters and waitresses who serve us so well and so cheerfully, the maintenance men who give us whatever help we request, and the dozens and dozens of other workers who make The Glenridge the rst class place that it is. What makes The Glenridge so great has to be all the PEOPLE who are here. And that is something which cannot be disputed. 7

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Dolphin Towers Evacuee No Stranger to Drama

by Joyce Morrison

When a federal judge recently ruled for the Dolphin Towers homeowners association in its suit against the insurance company which had denied it funds to repair the building, it may have sent a whisper of hope to one Towers refugee. Maybe something good really can happen, says Glenridge resident and Dolphin evacuee Irma Artim, from her apartment in the east wing. Artim was among the Dolphin Towers condo owners forced to evacuate the building 16 months ago when cracks and corrosion were discovered in a key fourth oor concrete slab. Repair work, reported by the Herald Tribune to be at least an 18-month project, has not yet begun, nor have the needed city building permits been applied for. Its just so difcult, she says. We cant plan. We dont know what the next step is. And Dolphin Towers has been my home for 26 years. Her journey to Sarasota began a lot longer ago than that, in a Pennsylvania train station where she was seeing her mother off after a visit. Her mother was angry about Irmas decision to marry a new boyfriend. She pulled a beautiful blue ring from her nger and handed it to Irma, saying, Here, youd better take this now because I may not see you again. Im going to disown you. As a disconsolate Irma began to leave the station, she spotted a somehow-familiar face and realized it was a young man who had visited her hometown of Kelayres, PA, when she was 13 and he was 15. She went over to speak to him. 10

Ed Artim, just back from duty with the US Navy in World War II, was nishing his degree at Lehigh University where Irma had a job writ-

Irma Artim

ing for the alumni newsletter. They were married six months later. Ed began graduate work at The Institute of Textile Technology in Charlottesville, VA, and Irma took a job creating hats. This was no small venture, as a good part of local social life was made up of hunts and garden parties, Irma recalls. It was there that I came to know Margaret Mitchell, famed for her novel Gone with the Wind, she says. Mitchell took the hunts and parties seriously and was always ready for a new hat, she says laughing. Before long the Artims were living on Long Island and starting their new careers. Other postings took them around the world, to South Africa, China, Japan, Brazil and Taiwan. When their rst son graduated from Lehigh and moved to Sarasota, they began to consider a move DECEMBER 2011 / JANUARY 2012

themselves. Then their second son became a member of Senator Orrin Hatchs staff in Washington DC. When their daughter married an Italian doctor and moved abroad, that settled the question. Sarasota bound, they began their search for a new home. The Dolphin Towers condo was a great joy to both of them and they loved joking about their penthouse. But two years later on a trip to Portugal Ed suffered a stroke and died at the age of 59. It was a disoriented time for Irma, as she began her new life back in Sarasota. She became active with the Sarasota Opera where she won two awards as Outstanding Volunteer in their costume shop as well as the Sarasota Ballet and theater. But calamity struck again, with the now-notorious crack in the fourth oor key slab, crucial because it supports the weight of all the buildings residences. And more dark clouds appeared when the Great American Insurance Company of New York rejected the claim of the Dolphin Towers homeowners association for funds to repair the damages. Other problems have appeared. The Herald-Tribune recently reported that about a quarter of the residents are in arrears on dues and other fees. Some owners have sold their units at re-sale prices or even abandoned their condos. This has brought so much uncertainty and disbelief into the lives of all the residents, Irma says. There is such a loss of control over what we can do. For now, the saga continues.

Glenridge Members and Guests Enjoy Golf Tournament

The team of Rudi Wadle, Randy Wadle, Tom Callaghan and Ned Durall won the 3rd Annual Glenridge Open Golf Tournament last month with a four-man straight scramble score of 50.5. Callaghan, who is the husband of Glenridge Health Center Activities Assistant Lorraine Callaghan, also won the Mens Longest Drive contest. Anne Sbarounis won the Womens Longest Drive Contest, and Jan Nogradi (guest of Alan Hochman) and Norma Cohen won the Closest to the Hole prizes. Congratulations to all!

Randy Wadle and Rudi Wadle

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NORTH s876543 1QJ 22 cAJ73 WEST s Q 10 9 1A64 2 10 9 8 7 c K 10 2 SOUTH sAK2 1K987 2AK5 c864 Do not take even one round of trumps!! Of course, win the diamond lead and then a small heart to the board. Defense probably will take his Ace and lead a spade. Okay. Lead another heart to drive out the Ace. And now you still have one entry to your hand to cash his majesty. The defense will take one spade, one heart and one club. Declarer will have ditched two clubs from the board on the Diamond K and the Heart K. Enjoy another cup of tea and play this one with real cards. (Note: even if the spades break 2-2, the same problem exists.) Happy Holidays! DECEMBER 2011 / JANUARY 2012 11 EAST sJ 1 10 5 3 2 2QJ643 cQ95

Tom Callaghan and Ned Durall

Health Center Volunteering: A Bit of Time, A Lot of Satisfaction

by Jan Linehan

An outgoing nature, a strong back, an ability to lead games, an uninhibited voice for sing-alongs all these and more are the attributes Karen Radcliffe, Health Center Activities Manager, is seeking in new volunteers for the Carroll Center, the Highlands, and the Isle of Skye. Not all in one person, of course; she just needs a variety of talents and interests to ll the many volunteer spots now open. With the Carroll Center expansion to be completed in 2012, and the natural attrition that occurs among any group of helpers, Karen is looking for new recruits, people who are seeking the right niche for their skills and their desire to be useful. There are now about 36 volunteers helping out at various

times throughout the year. Thats in addition to the much-loved therapy dogs and their handlers. Recruits must fulll a series of general requirements: They will have in-service training with Karen on a one-on-one basis, covering everything from re drills to HIPPA-guaranteed resident rights; a tuberculosis shot, given by Glenridge Wellness Center nurse Inez Vasquez; an assessment of the type of work a volunteer might enjoy; and assignment to an activity with the understanding that if the rst one does not seem a good t, there are many other possibilities. And indeed there is a range of needs. Not everyone is comfortable being a visitor, but reading a book, helping write a letter, personal

shopping, pushing a wheel chair for an excursion to the GPAC theater, helping with Bingo and other games, clerical work such as phone answering and stufng envelopes the list of jobs is a varied as the people who offer their help and the people who are in the health center. A volunteer is a different face coming into their lives the patients really look forward to that, says Karen. And the other side of the coin is that the volunteers come away having made new friends, and learned from the really diverse people who make up the Glenridge population. Karen, of course, is always an enthusiast: People are so amazing! And we have them here!

Busy Weeks Ahead in the Health Center

by Karen Radcliffe, Activities Manager

Happy Holidays everyone! We are planning many festivities in the Health Center. We begin with our tree decorating on December 1 and 2. The Players Theatre will have a performance in the theater on Saturday, December 3, at 4 p.m. Children of all ages come to sing and dance for everyone. On Monday, December 5, the group Nostalgia will be sharing their musical talents in the theater beginning at 3:30 p.m. We will be making wreaths, cards and picture holders in craft group. There will be a program on the history of Hanukkah on Tuesday, December 20, at 10:30 a.m. Hanukkah begins at sundown that day. Also this month we will have our Holiday Family Nights: Isle of Skye, December 8; Highlands and Carroll Center, December 15. In January we will have an imaginary cruise to Ireland. There will be festivities aboard ship music, bingo, cards and Happy Hour. Mid-week we will have a speaker, Tom Callaghan, who will talk about Ireland. 12

Also in January, we will have our Celebration of Life service on Thursday, January 19, at 10:30 a.m. in the theatre. This program recognizes those we have lost in the past year through pictures, music and word. If you have any questions about any of the activities offered in the Health Center, please contact Karen Radcliffe (Activities Manager) at 552-3596.

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Healthy Eating

Nutritional Supplement: Which One is Right for You?

by Melanie Miszewski, Dietary Manager

When I say the words nutritional supplement, most people think of such things as multivitamins, One-A-Day, or calcium. People dont think of such things as Ensure, Boost or Carnation Instant Breakfast. These are not usually thought of until we have Melanie Miszewski some unintentional weight loss. Unintentional weight loss can be rapid or gradual; it can increase the risk of infection, depression and in some cases, death. If you have concerns about weight loss, rst consult with your physician to see if he/she would recommend a dietary supplement. If so, be sure to ask what kind, and how much you should take in a 24 hour period. There are various kinds of nutritional supplements, including ready-to-drink shakes or powder that you can add to milk or water. They are available in most grocery stores and pharmacies. Label comparison is important for the amount of calories and protein per 8-ounce portion, as is the type of milk you use to prepare your shake. The average 8-ounce can provides 240 calories and 11 grams of

protein, but varies by brand. Some popular brands are Ensure, Boost, Carnation Instant Breakfast, Resource Health Shakes and Slim Fast. If the product is enhanced or plus, then the calories increase to 360-375 and protein to 13-15 grams, or the biggest bang at 560 calories and 23grams of protein. If you dont enjoy shakes or just want a change then you can always try some fortied foods such as simple homemade mashed potatoes loaded with sour cream and butter, hot cereal with brown sugar and cream, ice cream or pudding. All of these can help with unwanted weight loss. A 5-ounce serving of Boost pudding provides 240 calories and 7 grams of protein, according to the Nestle Nutrition website. A 4.5-ounce serving of Resource Ice Cream Plus contains 290 calories and 9 grams of protein. Some fortied foods are available at the pharmacy, but talk to your doctor if you have trouble nding these products. Remember, drink and eat often if you have had weight loss. Most of the canned products dont have to be refrigerated which means you can sip on them all day. And most of all, talk to your doctor.

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The Art of Living Well

Educational Series brings Dynamic Speakers to The Glenridge

by Cynthia Cudworth

The 2012 Glenridge Speaker Series, The Art of Living Well, brings some outstanding new presenters to our theater as well as Bowen White, a few favorites from M.D. previous series. On Tuesday, January 17, at 1:30pm, our Speaker Series will begin with Bowen White, M.D. After seeing thousands of people as a physician, Dr. White discovered that being normal isn't

necessarily healthy. His prescription is as easy to swallow as it is effective: laugh, misbehave, make mistakes, and through it all discover your very own potential for health, healing and wholeness. Dr. White has captivated audiences from coast to coast, including employees at major corporations. His presentation could have a large impact on your life. The 2012 Art of Living Well schedule is as follows:

Tuesday, January 17: Bowen White, M.D. Thursday, February 16: Mort Crim, Author and Journalist Tuesday, February 28: Dr. Henry Fishkind, Ph.D. Thursday, March 15: Jane Brody, New York Times Columnist Tuesday, April 17: To Be Announced Wednesday, July 18: Dr. Bruce Robinson, M.D.

Welcome New Members

Donald and Helen Bixler Apartment 4103 by Lorna Hard Don and Helen Bixler and their schnauzer-poodle, Peppy, are still settling into The Glenridge. They were unable to supervise the packing of their things because they were summering up north, so when they arrived at Apartment 4103 in September they found boxes everywhere with little indication of what was in any of them. As Helen said, Each day I nd another treasure Ive been missing. Don was born and grew up in Decatur, Indiana. He had one brother. Helen was born and raised near Columbus, Ohio, the youngest of ten children. Both did their undergraduate work at Ohio State where they met in a cat anatomy class. After graduation from Ohio State, Don took his medical degree at Indiana University and Helen went to the Kahler School of Nursing, which is afliated with the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. They married upon Helens graduation as a Registered Nurse. Don set up his practice in ophthalmology in Anderson, Indiana, where they settled and raised their four children, three girls and a boy. When the children came, Helen retired from professional nursing. When Don retired from his practice, they moved to Sarasota where they have had three homes, most recently at Silver Oaks. They still own their home in 14 Anderson and spend their summers there. Two of their children live near Anderson; one is in Seattle and one in California. They have seven grandchildren and ve great grandchildren. Helen likes swimming and she paints in several media. Don enjoys reading, especially on scientic subjects. Helen and Don are very much looking forward to unpacking their last box and settling into life at The Glenridge. We extend them a warm welcome.

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GPAC MOVIES

by Ken Bonwit

DECEMBER

Tues., Dec. 13, 8pm: SARAHS KEY (2011)

Drama/War; PG-13 for disturbing situations involving the WWII Holocaust; Run time: 111 min. Kristin Scott Thomas, Mlusine Mayance, Niels Arestrup, Frdric Pierrot & Michel Duchaussoy As she writes a story in modern day Paris, a journalist (Scott Thomas) nds her life becoming interwoven with that of a young Jewish girl (Mayance) whose family was torn apart during the notorious Vel dHiv roundup of Jews by French ofcials in 1942 Paris.

Tues., Dec. 20, 8pm: CAVE OF FORGOTTEN DREAMS (2010)

Documentary/History; Rated G; Run time: 90 min. Werner Herzog (Narrator) The lm follows an expedition into the nearly inaccessible Chauvet Cave in France to see the oldest known pictorial creations by man in their natural setting. It is an exceptional experience to see images that are more than 30,000 years old (almost twice as old as any other discovery).

Wed., Dec. 21, 2pm: MR. POPPERS PENGUINS (2011)

Comedy/Family; Rated PG for mild rude humor and some language; Run time: 94 min. Jim Carrey, Carla Gugino, Angela Lansbury, Ophelia Lovibond, Madeline Carroll & Clark Gregg When a driven businessman (Carrey) receives six penguins from his explorer father, they turn his apartment into a winter wonderland and his life upside down. He connects with his previously-ignored children but his work suffers.

Thurs., Dec. 22, 7pm: TRADING PLACES (1983) NOTE EARLY START TIME

Comedy; Rated R for adult situations, language, violence and brief nudity; Run time: 116 min. Eddie Murphy, Dan Aykroyd, Ralph Bellamy, Don Ameche, Denholm Elliott & Jamie Lee Curtis Wealthy brothers (Bellamy, Ameche) make a wager over environment versus heredity. They train street hustler Billy (Murphy) to be a broker and plot to disgrace yuppie Louis (Aykroyd). Billy learns he will be dumped back to the streets and plans revenge.

Fri., Dec. 23, 7pm: FUNNY FARM (1988) NOTE EARLY START TIME

Comedy; Rated PG for adult situations, language and violence; Run time: 101 min. Chevy Chase, Madolyn Smith, Kevin OMorrison, Joseph Maher, Jack Gilpin and Caris Corfman Andy (Chase) and his wife Elizabeth (Smith) move to a farm so Andy can write a book. The movers truck gets lost and they must deal with a maniacal mailman, wacky inhabitants, and a dead body buried in the garden. Comedy/Romance/Musical; Not Rated; Run time: 100 min. Bing Crosby, Fred Astaire, Marjorie Reynolds, Virginia Dale, Walter Abel and Louise Beavers Jim (Crosby) runs an inn that is open only on holidays. He is in love with Linda (Reynolds) but Ted (Astaire) wants her as his new dance partner after Lila (Dale) gives him the brush. The movie features a steady ow of Irving Berlin tunes, including White Christmas.
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Sat., Dec. 24, 2pm: HOLIDAY INN (1942)

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Tues., Dec. 27, 8pm: WATER FOR ELEPHANTS (2011)

Drama/Romance; PG-13, moments of extreme violence and sexual content; Run time: 120 min. Reese Witherspoon, Robert Pattinson, Christoph Waltz, Paul Schneider and Hal Holbrook Recently orphaned Jacob (Holbrook/Pattinson) quits veterinary school and joins a circus, where he meets a beautiful girl (Witherspoon) and a special elephant.

Wed., Dec. 28, 8pm: JOYEUX NOEL (2005)

Drama/History/War/Romance; PG-13 for war violence and brief nudity; Run time: 116 min. Diane Kruger, Natalie Dessay, Benno Frmann, Rolando Villazon, Guillaume Canet, Gary Lewis In 1914 WWI raged in Europe. On Christmas Eve, opposing soldiers met in No Mans Land on the Western Front in an unauthorized truce. A French lieutenant, Scottish priest, German tenor and Danish soprano set aside their differences to wish one another a Merry Christmas.

Thurs., Dec. 29, 8pm: CRAZY STUPID LOVE (2011)

Comedy/Drama/Romance; PG-13, coarse humor, sexual content, language; Run time: 117 min. Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling, Julianne Moore, Emma Stone and Analeigh Tipton Straight-laced Cal (Carell) is married to his high school sweetheart Emily (Moore). Cal learns that his wife has cheated on him and wants a divorce. He hasnt dated for years and stands out in the singles scene. Cal gets a little help from bachelor Jacob (Gosling). Make that a lot of help.

Fri., Dec. 30, 8pm: FOR ME AND MY GAL (1942)

Musical/Romance; Not Rated; Run time: 104 min. Judy Garland, George Murphy, Gene Kelly, Marta Eggerth, Ben Blue and Stephen McNally During WWI, singer Jo (Garland) leaves a vaudeville act to join Harry (Kelly), who promises to make her a star. After two struggling years, Jo remains loyal to Harry until he takes drastic measures to avoid serving in the war.

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