friendly neighbor news - Advent Christian Village
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friendly neighbor news - Advent Christian Village
“The mission of Advent Christian Village, Inc. is to express Christ’s love by providing compassionate care and quality comprehensive services for senior adults, families with special needs, and children, in a secure, supportive residential setting and in the surrounding communities.” July 2, 2015 ADMINISTRATOR ON CALL: Karen Thomas, 658-3333 HOSTESSES: Sharon McMann, 658-1889 & Betty DeTolve, 658-2966 CALENDAR OF THE WEEK Thursday 7/02 10:00 a.m. ARTIST WORKSHOP – CHRISS BLDG. Friday 7/03 ACV OFFICE HOLIDAY – All ACV Offices, Library, CCC, & CMC, and the Village Pharmacy are closed today (The Post Office, Village Café, Village Shops and the Bank are open.) 9:30 a.m. EXERCISE – OPR 10:15 a.m. HANDBELL CHOIR REHEARSAL – OPR 2:00 p.m. SIT ‘N STITCH – CH Saturday 7/04 4th of JULY HOLIDAY – All ACV Offices, Library, CCC, Grocer, Post Office, Village Café, Village Grocer, Village Shops (including Twice Nice Furniture & More) & the Bank are closed today 11:00-1:00 p.m. Shuttle Bus will run for Dining Room service 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 4th of JULY PICNIC - RDR 2:00 p.m. MOVIE MATINEE, “CELEBRATE AMERICA” – OPR 3:00 p.m. 4th of JULY PROGRAM - RDR 7:30 p.m. BUS TRIP – LIVE OAK FIREWORKS – CH 7:45 p.m. BUS TRIP – LIVE OAK FIREWORKS - DH Sunday 7/05 9:45 a.m. WORSHIP SERVICE - VC 11:00 a.m. ADULT C.E. CLASSES 6:00 p.m. BIBLE STUDY – REV. ROY AMES - SMR/DR Monday 7/06 9:30 a.m. EXERCISE – OPR 1:30 p.m. LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP - OPR 3:00-5:00 p.m. CERAMICS – CERAMICS SHOP 5:15 p.m. LINE DANCING- OPR 6:00-8:00 p.m. CERAMICS – CERAMICS SHOP Tuesday 7/07 6:30 p.m. GAME NIGHT – OPR Wednesday 7/08 8:45 a.m. BUS TRIP – PUBLIX – CH 9:00 a.m. BUS TRIP – PUBLIX – DH 9:30 a.m. EXERCISE – OPR 1:00 p.m. BRIDGE CLUB – OPR 1:15 p.m. BUS TRIP – WALMART – CH 1:30 p.m. BUS TRIP – WALMART – DH 6:00 p.m. PRAYER MEETING - OPR Thursday 7/09 10:00 a.m. ARTIST WORKSHOP – CHRISS BLDG. 5:30 p.m. BUS TRIP – FLORIDA GATEWAY COLLEGE – MUSICAL, FOOTLOOSE – LAKE AQUILLA PARKING LOT 1 IN MEMORY OF Myrtis Gay (mother of ACV employee, Pam Stahl), who was a resident of DH, DM, and GSC, died on Mon., June 29. Her funeral service will be held at Beggs Funeral Home in Madison, FL on Thur., July 2, at 2:00 p.m. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. NEW MEMBERS Myrtice Chauncey, from Live Oak, FL, moved to GSC on June 29. Her mailing address is P.O. Box 4325 and her telephone number is 658-5550. TRANSFERS Mitch and Phyllis Clark moved from 11004 Maple Lane to DH 110 on June 30. Their mailing address and telephone number remain the same. Genell Roberson moved from DM to GSC on June 25. Her new mailing address is P.O. Box 4325 and her telephone number is 658-5552. MOVED FROM ACV Faye Bauman moved from DH 206 to the Village at Gainesville on June 29. lawyer he served as a defense counsel, prosecutor, and military judge in the US and in Germany. When he retired from the Army in 1992, Col. Jacobsen began a second career as an assistant state attorney in the Third Judicial Circuit of FL. He retired from the State Attorney’s Office in 2014 and lives in Live Oak. There will also be patriotic music and a singalong to enjoy. Refreshments will be served. ANNOUNCEMENTS Notes from the President’s Desk By Craig Carter Since the fourth of July falls on a Sat. this year, Village offices will be closed on Fri., July 3. Have a safe and happy July 4 and enjoy the day with friends and family. MOVIE MATINEE “CELEBRATE AMERICA” Sat., July 4, 2:00 p.m., OPR Bellevue Baptist Church presents a star-spangled celebration of America. Expressions of song, dance, drama and speech weave together a tapestry of Americana and it’s Godly foundations. What makes our nation great? Why should we honor Independence Day? Join Bellevue Baptist Church in remembrance of the reason we celebrate America. VILLAGE GROCER SURVEY Survey forms have been delivered to all on-campus post office boxes. Their purpose is to provide us with vital information necessary to improve the products offered and our service to you. If you have not received one, please pick one up from Member Services, fill it out, and drop it off at The Village Grocer, or in Village mail to P.O. Box 4304. SUWANNEE COUNTY FREEDOM FEST FIREWORKS MARKET DAY CANCELLED Sat., July 4, ACV Bus departs from CH at 7:30 p.m. & DH at 7:45 p.m., $5 members; $8 non-members The City of Live Oak will present fireworks on July 4, at 8:45 p.m. If you are interested and wish to take the ACV bus, be sure to sign-up at the IC. The Freedom Festival will be held in Live Oak at Millennium Park, along US 90, near 129, in downtown Live Oak. There is no charge for the events of the Freedom Festival. You may want to bring a lawn chair to enjoy the fireworks. The fee is to ride the ACV bus. Due to the sweltering heat, Market Day will be cancelled for the months of July and Aug. We will start back in Sept. LADIES’ BREAKFAST The ladies of the Village will not be meeting for breakfast at the Village Café on Sat., July 4. MEN’S FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST There will be no Men's Breakfast on July 4. The next Men's Breakfast will be on Aug. 1. Art Keeler will be our special speaker. LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP Mon., July 6, 1:30 p.m., OPR Amanda Sterly, from Lighthouse of Big Bend, will be here at ACV to meet with those who have an interest in knowing various techniques and ideas that can be of help in dealing with low vision. Please mark your calendar for Mon., July 6, at 1:30 pm in the OPR. If you have questions, please call me. Dede Stoddard, Social Services, 658-5150 FOURTH of JULY PROGRAM Sat., July 4, 3:00 p.m., RDR Our guest speaker will be Colonel Craig C. Jacobsen, US Army (Ret). He will talk about the Declaration of Independence. Col. Jacobsen was a 2nd Lt. in the Army. During his 22-year career as an Army 2 July 15 – Wed., Walmart, (South Oaks Square) only, leave from CH at 8:45 a.m. and DH at 9:00 a.m. Leave from Publix at approximately 11:30 a.m.; return to the Village at noon. July 15 – Wed., Publix only, leave CH at 1:15 p.m. and DH at 1:30 p.m. Leave from Walmart at approximately 4:00 p.m.; return to the Village at 4:30 p.m. July 22 – Wed., Publix only, leave from CH at 8:45 a.m. and DH at 9:00 a.m. Leave from Walmart at approximately 11:30 a.m.; return to the Village at noon. July 22 - Wed., Walmart, (South Oaks Square only), leave CH at 1:15 p.m. and DH at 1:30 p.m. Leave from Publix at approximately 4:00 p.m.; return to the Village at 4:30 p.m. July 29 – All day shopping trip in Live Oak. We will be going to Robbie’s Café for lunch, Winn Dixie, Fred’s, and Save A Lot. Leave from CH at 8:45 a.m. and DH at 9:00 a.m. Return to the Village ~4:00 p.m. FNN MYSTERY WINNER The FNN Mystery item this week had a very specific title – it is a “porcelain sprinkling pot” and no one described it as that. However, there were some very close guesses so we declared the winner to be Phyllis Klitzkie, who identified it as a watering vase for watering flowers. She can stop by the Rustic Shop and pick up her gift. Some of the other interesting guesses were water pitcher, baptismal pitcher, vase, hydrating cherubim vase, and tea pot. Stop by the Rustic Shop on Wed. afternoon and see what the new mystery item is – many thanks to those who have loaned us mystery items. CERAMIC SHOP NEWS The American Indians are here! Do you have a passion for the Indian culture and all the beauty that surrounds a tribe? Not only do we have a wide assortment of Indian figures, but beautiful designed pots and maidens and warriors in graceful dress. For your collection, or for a thoughtful gift to a loved one, come and browse our collection along with children's toys and novelties. We are open Mon. from 3:00-5:00 and 6:00-8:00 p.m. We supply the paint, brushes, and sample pictures of many of the pieces on display. Look forward to seeing you. The Ceramics Gang OTHER TRIPS – JULY July 4 – Suwannee County Freedom Fest – Fireworks. Leave CH at 7:30 p.m. and DH at 7:45 p.m. $5 members; $8 non-members. July 9 – Florida Gateway College Musical Footloose begins @ 7:00 p.m. Leave from Lake Aquilla parking lot at 5:30 p.m. $7 members; $10 non-members. Ticket price is additional $7. (See article on page 4.) July 17 – Lake City shopping trip. Leave from CH at 8:45 a.m. and DH at 9:00 a.m. Return to the Village ~4:00 p.m. $7 members; $10 non-members. BRIDGE CLUB Weds., 1:00 p.m., OPR Congratulations to our June 24 winners! 1st High: Berch Coppens; 2nd High: Irene Schmutz. If you would like to play, please call Betty Driggers by noon on Mon. noon at 658-1043. If Betty is not available, call Roland Spooner at 658-1168. RIDE-ABOUT SCHEDULE FOR JULY If you would like a trip in July, you need to call for a private tour with 3 people or more. We'll pick you up, we'll take you back; just pick up the phone and call Jackie Campbell at 210-410-2113. Be blessed and stay safe. EVENTS HERE AND THERE BUS TRIPS - JULY Please notify the IC when you are signing up for an off-campus bus trip if you will be taking a wheelchair or mobility cart. You will also need to let them know if you will be transferring to a bus seat and not riding in the W/C or mobility cart. This information is needed to plan for the number of seats and W/C spots that are required by those signing up. DEVOTION, PRAYER, BIBLE STUDY Friday 9:45 a.m. POP Bible Study – 11020 Poinsettia Drive (Eunice Greene) (Due to construction, the Episcopal Eucharist Service will meet in the VC on Fri., July 10 at 11:30 instead of July 3.) 4:00 p.m. DH Bible Study – DH 3rd Floor Solarium Monday 10:00 a.m. Nazarene Fellowship – Myrl & Frances Ellis (DM TV Room) 7:00 p.m. CH Prayer Hour – CH TV Rm. Tuesday 8:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study – Children’s Suite (Note change of location due to construction.) 10:00 a.m. Pastor Rick’s Bible Study – OPR July 8 – Wed., Publix only, leave from CH at 8:45 a.m. and DH at 9:00 a.m. Leave from Walmart at approximately 11:30 a.m.; return to the Village at noon July 8 – Wed., Walmart, (South Oaks Square only), leave CH at 1:15 p.m. and DH at 1:30 p.m. Leave from Publix at approximately 4:00 p.m.; return to the Village at 4:30 p.m. 3 of God, the Ireland’s rely on their faith alone in an attempt to bring Sophie home safely. Produced by Pure Flix. Dove “family approved” for ages 12 and over. Approx. 93 mins. 50th WEDDING ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Fri., July 3, 2:00-4:00 p.m., SMR/DR The three sisters of Larry Wotton invite you to share in a drop-in 50th wedding anniversary celebration for Larry and Linda Wotton on Fri., July 3, in the SMR/DR from 2:00-4:00 p.m. No gifts please; cards welcomed. (No, Larry is not cooking. It's his party!) JULY BIRTHDAY PARTY Tue., July. 14, 3:00 p.m., RDR The July Birthday Party will be held on Tue., July 14, at 3:00 p.m. in the RDR. Everyone is invited. Special recognition will be given to those with birthdays in July. Please join us for fun, food, fellowship. The July birthday party theme will be “Summer Camp.” Summer camp may bring memories of church camp, Boy or Girl Scout camping, or times spent in nature at State or National Parks. Pastor John Harper, with his guitar, will lead us in “campfire songs.” If you have a favorite camp song you would like included, please let us know in advance at Member Services and we will try to include it. If you have a story to share about summer camp, let us know that too. Feel free to come dressed for summer camp! VC SOFTBALL TEAM Recreation Center in Live Oak (Village bus is not scheduled for these games.) The games are played at the Recreation Center in Live Oak. They lost last night in the last inning by 2 runs. Thanks for your support. By the way, they haven’t been charging to get in this year. Upcoming Games Mon., July 6, 9:00 p.m. vs. St. Francis Thur., July 9, 7:45 p.m. vs. Pine Level Baptist Mon., July 13, 8:15 p.m. vs. OCC Thur., July 16, 8:15 p.m. vs. Corinth Baptist Mon., July 20, 8:15 p.m. vs. Pine Level Baptist Thur., July 23, 7:45 p.m. vs. Corinth Baptist Mon., July 27, 8:15 p.m. vs. Westwood Thur., July 30, 9:00 p.m. vs. St. Francis We hope you will join us and cheer on your team. The season runs through July. DIVINE HEALTH & WHOLENESS Training and Ministry Sessions ALERT! New Summer Schedule! July & August Training Christians how to receive Divine healing, and how to minister healing to others. Come join us on this healing journey in the CCC Conference room every Thur., 1:30 p.m. for worship; 2-3:30 p.m. for the training session; 3:30 p.m. is ministry time for anyone in need of physical, mental, and/or emotional healing. Summer topics: Divine Health & Wholeness; Hearing the Voice of Jesus; Discovering and Developing My Ministry Gifts. Questions? Call David Young at 658-1440. FOOTLOOSE – THE MUSICAL Florida Gateway College Thur., July 9, 5:30 p.m., bus departs from Lake Aquilla Parking Lot A summer musical is presented each year at Florida Gateway College featuring local talent, including students. This year Footloose will be presented. Tickets are available at the door one hour before the show. The ACV bus will go to the July 9 performance that begins at 7:00 p.m. There are additional performances at 7:00 p.m. on July 10 and 11 and a matinee at 1:30 p.m. on Sat., July 11. For further information contact FGC at 386-754-4236. DEPARTMENT NEWS VILLAGE CHURCH NEWS Dr. Timothy N. Setzer Church Office – 658-5344 www.acvchurch.org MOVIE MATINEE “MISSION AIR” Sat., July 11, 2:00 p.m., OPR Mother and son, Diane and Michael, have just completed another successful medical mission trip to Mexico, caring for children and delivering supplies. Their plane waits on a nearby grass strip to take them home to Mission Air, their home in TX. As they arrive at the plane, a group of bandits attack in an effort to steal the plane. After a struggle with the bandits, Michael and Diane narrowly escape with their lives and their plane. But the bandits are bent on revenge against the Irelands for the loss of one of their own during the struggle for the plane, so they kidnap Diane’s daughter, Sophie, to bait the Irelands to return to Mexico to exact their revenge. Having no other recourse, Diane and crew risk everything to save Sophie. Protected by the armor MESSAGE: “The Main Thing” TEXT: Psalm 100 SPEAKER: Rev. Bruce Strickland Sun. a.m. we will be privileged to have Rev. Bruce Strickland as our morning speaker. Many of you have enjoyed the Bible teaching in his C.E. class, and we look forward to what he will share with us this week from Psalm 100. Sun. at 6:00 p.m., in the SMR/DR, Rev. Roy Ames will begin a series of three challenges on the theme of CHANGE. This week he will speak on “Is Change Necessary?” from Luke 19:1-10. CONSTRUCTION HAS BEGUN. Renovations to the church courtyard have begun and that area is closed. Please use the foyer entrances to 4 access the church offices and sanctuary. This project will last throughout the remainder of the summer. We appreciate your patience and understanding. We are still collecting SCHOOL SUPPLIES to distribute to local teachers for use in their classrooms. There are lists of needed supplies on our church information desks. Boxes for your donations are available in Classroom 5 (across from the church office). Thank you for partnering with us for this project! NEW CLASS COMING SOON What is Zumba Gold? It’s a fun filled exercise inspired by Latin dances such as Salsa, Merengue, Flamenco & Mambo! Join us Mon., July 20, at 5:15 p.m. in the CCC multi-purpose room to learn more! This class free if you are a CCC member. TV2 WORSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT We are pleased that many of you who are unable to join us in the sanctuary on Sun. mornings are continuing to worship with us through our live broadcast on TV2. In the summer months we are broadcasting with fewer volunteers because so many are on vacation and attending camps, etc. Most of the crew who bring the service to you each week are devoted teenagers, who are gifted in this ministry and faithful with their time. You will notice that our broadcast has simplified in the summer months, but we continue to do our best. In the fall we’ll have all hands-on-deck and will be able to deliver a higher quality broadcast to you. If you watch the worship broadcast regularly and would like to have a worship guide delivered to you prior to the service, please call Susan Darby at The Village Church (658-5344) and we will make those arrangements. Thank you for joining us. Pastor Jason MEMBER SERVICES Ann Thompson, VP, 658-5400 Mark your calendar now for Tue., July 21, at 2:00 p.m. Kimberly Thomas, with the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office, Division of Emergency Management, will present an educational session on Emergency Preparedness. Mrs. Thomas is the Assistant Director of the Division for Suwannee County. The major focus of the presentation will be to provide information on preparedness for Hurricane Season. This session is appropriate for all members, as we each have personal responsibility to prepare for Hurricane Season. Some of our members have not lived in FL during a hurricane and need to know how to prepare and what to expect. A number of us have not been through a hurricane in a number of years. She will also share what Suwannee County does to prepare for this and other types of emergencies. Also mark your calendar for Mon., July 20, at 2:00 p.m. Eric Musgrove, Suwannee County Historian, will be with us to present a history of Suwannee County. Eric Musgrove, who is employed with the Suwannee County Clerk of the Courts, has published several books on the history of Suwannee County and is a frequent speaker on the topic of Suwannee County History. Suwannee County was one of the early inhabited areas in FL, and Eric will share with us some of the unique and interesting things that are associated with Suwannee County, including our own Dowling Park area history. As a follow-up to this presentation, we will have a bus tour of Suwannee County on Mon., Aug. 17 with Eric as our tour guide. Watch the Aug. 6 FNN for more details of the tour and signup information. CAMP SUWANNEE Doug Mabey, Director, 658-5100 AQUILLA POOL Pool hours for July (subject to change) (W-F) July 1-3 12:00-3:00 & 6:00-8:00 p.m. Sat., July 4 1:00-4:00 p.m. Sun., July 5 1:00-3:00 p.m. (M-F) July 6-10 Noon-3:00 p.m.; No evening hours due to lifeguards at Senior Camp Sat., July 11 1:00-4:00 & 7:00-9:00 p.m. Sun., July 12 1:00-3:00 p.m. (M-F) July 13-17 Noon-3:00 & 6:00-8:00 p.m. except Wed. Sat., July 18 1:00-4:00 & 7:00-9:00 p.m. Sun., July 19 1:00-3:00 p.m. (M-F) July 20-24 Noon-3:00 & 6:00-8:00 p.m. except Wed. Sat., July 25 1:00-4:00 & 7:00-9:00 p.m. Sun., July 26 2:00-4:00 p.m. (M-F), July 27Noon-3:00 & 6:00-8:00 p.m. 31 except Wed. Member Services Tip of the Week: Members are encouraged to wear their ACV Membership Badges when out and about. It is a good way to help us all get to know each other better. The name tag also helps for the purpose of identification should there be an emergency of any type. Did you know that you can deposit money on your card to be used at the Lopin’ Gopher, or the RDR? Just stop by the Cashier’s Office (near the COPELAND COMMUNITY CENTER David Burch, Director – 658-5555 CCC will be CLOSED Fri., July 3 & Sat., July 4. We wish you a safe & happy Independence Day! 5 IC) to deposit money on your account. Having money on your Membership card allows members not to have to carry cash with them when using these dining venues. If you do not have a Membership Badge, contact Residency Services at 658-5291. NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS BUTTERFIELD ACRES Reporter, Cheryl Gilroy Happy birthday wishes go to Doug Mabey on July 3, Elvin Doane on July 4, Arlene Williamson on July 5, and Gail Morse on July 6. Congratulations to Micah Hilliard, who competed in the 2015 Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Regional Qualifier at Mike Long Track at FSU this past week, running three different races in as many days. Hoping to place in the top six to advance to the Junior Olympics in Norfolk, VA, Micah ran in the Boys 15-16 classification in the 3000 Meter Run, the 1500 Meter Run and the 800 Meter Run. Micah placed second in the 3000M and 800M, and won gold in a heat of 11 competitors to become the AAU Region 9 1500M Champion. AAU Region 9 includes the entire state of FL, north of Miami Dade County. The AAU Junior Olympic games will be held at Norfolk State University, July 31 – Aug. 7. The exact schedule for Micah’s specific events has not been finalized. Jim and Cheryl Gilroy enjoyed an anniversary visit to the Tampa-St. Pete area this past weekend. The trip included Busch Gardens (very hot with mid-afternoon heavy thunderstorms), a visit with friends, Kim Rawls and Penny Pennington (supper at a Japanese Steakhouse), and two Red Sox vs. Rays baseball games (Rays won Sat., Red Sox won Sun.). It was a fun, but tiring trip. VOLUNTEER SERVICES Eleanore Catarious – 658-5251 P.O. Box 4304 May has come to an end which means that it is time to gather those volunteer hours together and submit them on a blue Monthly Volunteer Hours Report for tallying. Many, many thanks and appreciation to all who have been reporting their hours to me. Onward and upward to July (less than 6 months until Christmas - I'm almost finished shopping!) Independence Day is approaching, so don't put your flags or patriotic spirit away just yet. As we look forward to the 4th of July, let us celebrate our God-given freedom and independence. Some will celebrate with colorful parades, mouth-watering picnics, get-togethers and fantastic fireworks. They were times not to be forgotten. The Declaration of Independence, as you all know, was signed on July 4, 1776, and adopted by the Second Continental Congress. Let us not forget the men who penned it, in addition to Betsy Ross, who is credited with sewing the first flag representing 13 colonies. Once again, it's time to fly the Red, White and Blue proudly and let Freedom Ring! It is my delight to announce the names of members who have joined the “Volunteer Family.” Phyllis Mastro, of CH, has decided on Twice Nice Shop and Riverside Gifts, while Eunice Smith has agreed to put her expertise to use in cutting and sewing items for the various dining rooms. Carol Overdahl, of RW, will be covering the CMC desk on Mondays, and Carol and her husband, Norris, will be meeting and greeting residents and guests at GSC on Fridays. Mary Lou Dasher, of CH, has assumed the duties and mail at CCC on Sat. mornings in addition to covering the desk on Sun. mornings. A BIG thank you to our newest volunteers for your new role here in ACV. Just a reminder that all Monthly Volunteer Hours Reports are due in my office on Mon., July 13. Blank forms are available on the corner table in the IC and at most volunteer areas. CARTER HOUSE Debby Vowell, Reporter Josephine Hueston’s (WG) youngest son Keith and Nita Whitaker; their son Jeremy; daughter, Amy, and her fiancé, Nate Laukka, from NC, came to visit. Jeremy, Amy, and Nate went to Bethel Creek Baptist Church. Jim Whitaker, Josephine’s son, is pastor there. Everyone enjoyed the CCC, dinner, and an all-day visit to Valdosta. They also saw the movie Spy, which was wonderful. Keith and Nita will be back in Jan. We have some birthdays coming up in July: Linda Martin on July 2, Phyllis Mastro on July 3, Eileen Oswald on July 4, and Gladys Cuillerier on July 9. Happy birthday to you. May you all have a blessed day. Joan Downie says BEAR THE HEAT with CH friends at 5:00 p.m. on Sat., July 11. Salad potluck. Lots of cold delights from CH cooks. Bring your own teddy bear to help decorate and entertain. Grandpa promised to attend. Sign-up at the CH desk. If you don’t cook, $6 before July 3; $7 after. Prizes and entertainment If you have an item that you would like in the FNN, there is a box on the counter of the front desk of CH. Or you can call me at 249-5774. Watch your thoughts, they become words. Watch your words, they become actions. Watch your actions, they become habits. Watch your habits, they become character. Watch your character, it becomes destiny. Author Unknown 6 On Mon. evening, as we were sitting down to supper, the doorbell rang and it was Brenda Story bringing our dessert! Pear pie, no less! It tasted similar to apple pie and boy was it yummy! Maybe if you talk nice to Brenda she’ll let you pick “a pear” when they come around and sample some for yourself. This is another big birthday month in POP. Donna Gibbs is our little firecracker on the 4th of July. Then on July 10 Kathy Bochow, our budding resident artist, celebrates her birthday. By the way, have you seen her art work up at the Lopin’ Gopher Deli? For someone who started only two years ago she’s really come along fast! On July 27, Judy Willard celebrates her birthday and Pat Powell will celebrate hers on July 30. On July 31 we have a two-for-one as both Audrey Bezanson and Bill Leithead celebrate their special days. Hope this year finds you all in good health and brings some special event into your life. This year Live Oak is featuring a fireworks display. We are looking forward to it. As we celebrate the 4th this year, we need to pray fervently for our country. I am very grateful to have been born in the USA. Keep praying! Enjoy the holiday, fly your flag, and eat those hot dogs and apple pie! Keep me posted at bnbreyn@windstream.net. DOWLING HOUSE Janice Chapman, Reporter Holly Fabian reports that her husband, Robert Fabian, continues to improve at Specialty Rehab in Gainesville. She appreciates all the opportunities she has to go see him. Contact her if you can be of help to her in that regard. Thank you. Remember one another in prayer. Prayer changes each of us and our outlook on the circumstances we face. Praise the Lord! See the bio on Margaret and Alan Leith elsewhere in this issue of the FNN. You may put your news item in the box at the DH desk, phone me at 658-2015, or e-mail me at jmc@windstream.net. We care about you. DOWLING MANOR/ DOWLING PARK NORTH Gayle Jones, Reporter Welcome Pastor Bobby and Valeria Ur to DPN, where they live next door to the “Grillo Pad.” Bobby pastors Rosemary Baptist Church and is Administrator/Principle of the Lighthouse Christian Academy in Mayo. They are both Floridians; Bobbie from Bonita Springs and Valeria born and raised in Live Oak. Their two sons were born in Spain, were they lived while Bobby was serving in the Navy. They later lived in Bonita Springs, then Jacksonville, FL, where they served as house parents at the Florida Baptist Children’s Home. Bobby and Valeria moved to the Live Oak area about three years ago and to this home in May. The Urs’ son Zacharias, who is in the Navy, lives with his wife, Noemy, and their two-week-old daughter, Madeline, in Norfolk VA. Taran, their younger son, is attending college in Lima, OH and will soon be moving to FL. Valeria enjoyed having Noemy with them while Zacharias was serving overseas until two weeks before Madeline was born in Tallahassee on June 12. A delightful member of their household is Mo. This beautiful dog is a white Lassatu. He is very friendly and would enjoy your visit. Gayle Jones flew to St. Louis, MO on Mon. to be with her brother, Hal Kennedy, and his wife, Amy. Amy will be convalescing from surgery required after fracturing her ankle in two places. Gayle will be away until July 8. Bill will be “batching it.” Please call Bill if you have any news for next week’s FNN, 386-1418. RIVERVIEW APARTMENTS Jean Templeton, Reporter Having given much attention to “Old Glory”, it seemed fair to talk about the flags of Canada. Our neighbors, Mary Smith and Mary Vos have ties to Canada. The Smiths were born and raised in Saskatchewan, and the Vos were born and had children in Holland before moving to Alberta. Both men eventually came to the USA to work for Ford Motor Co. In school, Mary Smith remembers making the Union Jack Flag from red, white, and blue strips of tissue paper and reciting the pledge “I’m proud of Canada! Is Canada proud of me? What she wants are citizens loyal as can be. I love my land, and Britain’s Flag that waves from sea to sea. O, I am proud of Home and Motherland and I’ll make them proud of me.” In 1965 the red and white maple leaf flag became “The National Flag of Canada.” This flag shows an 11 pointed maple leaf on a white background, with red borders down each side. The flag is twice as long as it is wide; the white square with the maple leaf is the same width as the flag. The 11 points of the maple leaf have no special significance. Many of us have heard their National Anthem, “Oh, Canada” sung with great gusto during the Olympics. We should be proud to have Canada as our neighbor. PARK OF THE PINES Betsy Reynolds, Reporter When you receive your FNN this week, we will be halfway through 2015. Amazing how quickly time goes by. On Mon., while we were in Gainesville, it was raining and we spoke to a couple from CA and asked the man what he thought of our weather. He laughed and said he hadn’t seen rain in a long time, but it was said with a few spicier words! Their continued dry spell for the future is definitely not a happy thought. RIVER WOODS Carol Kemp reports that the Ladies of Live Oak Lane were treated to a wonderful tea on Sat. a.m. at the CCC Activity Room. The purpose of the gathering was to meet and greet the new residents who had moved to Live Oak Lane within the past 7 year. Sixteen residents were in attendance, with six of them being newcomers. The event was catered by Donna Thornton, who gave us a brief history of tea and presented us with a scrumptious menu. What a delightful way of getting to know your neighbors! Cathy Mellinger reports that Bill Bridge celebrated his 95th birthday with Elmwood and Hickory Lane neighbors at Ted and Dodie Jones’ home on Sat. Rose Rhodes also joined the group. All enjoyed the good food, good cakes, and meeting the Jones’ summer visitor. Thanks to Ed Oliva for the humorous one-liners. We wish Bill (and Barbara) a blessed year! Also a BIG thank you to everyone who helped the injured Swallow-Tailed Kite. Ted and Dodie had a busy day. For more details, see article on page 9. joined the family. The family was Lutheran while she was growing up. Alan went to school through the 11th grade, then earned his GED. He was in the service during WWII from July 6, 1942 until Oct. 31, 1945. He served under George Patton at the Battle of the Bulge. After that, he owned a stove and furnace company and installed heating and air conditioning. His recreational interests included hunting and fishing. He had a construction business just before moving to FL, many years ago. His sons still operate the business. Margaret’s education included 12 years of school plus one year in cosmetology. Her interests are animals and flowers. She was a homemaker. Alan and Margaret each have children from previous marriages. Alan had six children, Vernon (now deceased), Sharon, John, Louise, Rebecca and Timothy, six grandchildren and one greatgrandchild. Margaret has five children, Dawn, Christopher, John, Brigitte and Elizabeth. (“Each one a favorite,” she says.) She has eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Alan and Margaret moved to FL in 1975. They first lived in Stark, FL and had a large space at the Waldo Flea Market, which they kept for about three and a half years. After that they operated a Thrift Store in Lake City. From there, they moved to Fort Pierce, where they lived until their move to ACV. One of their daughters bought property in Madison and became aware of the Village through the internet. Alan said he was just out of rehab from a hip replacement complicated by pneumonia and shingles. He said he “left the planning for his future living arrangement to others.” Margaret’s family members were Biblebelieving Christians, affiliated with the Lutheran Church when she was growing up. She came to know the Lord personally through Bible reading, study, and fellowship with Christian friends. She remains close to the Lord and encourages her children and grandchildren to stay close to Him also. Alan was a minister with the International Ministerial Association. He is interested in Bible studies. They have been very busy getting settled. They first moved into an efficiency apartment in DH until a one-bedroom apartment became available. This happened soon after they moved. Their daughter, Brigitte, was a blessing to them during this time, for which they thank the Lord. Margaret and Alan are very personable. Although Alan is blind and doesn’t hear well, he loves to visit and he has a friendly sense of humor. When you make their acquaintance, you will be glad you did. SPECIAL FEATURES LADY LIBERTY The Statue of Liberty monument, which has become known as “Lady Liberty” was a gift from France in 1886; and what a beautiful work of art. The statue is a female figure standing upright dressed in a robe. On her head is a crown with seven rays that form a halo. She is holding a tablet of the law close to her body in the left hand and a flaming torch high in her right hand. The tablet has the letters “JULY IV MD CCLXXVI,” to commemorate the date of the Declaration of Independence. The torch is a symbol of enlightenment, and the tablet symbolizes knowledge. The broken chain at her feet symbolizes defying persecution. The statue is 151 feet tall with the pedestal and foundation adding another 154 feet. The statue was given by the people of France to the people of the U.S. as a symbol of freedom and democracy. The statue was dedicated on October 28, 1886, and declared as a national monument in 1924. The statue symbolizes freedom to the nearly 12 million immigrants who have passed through the Ellis Island neighborhood. The Statue of Liberty has become the most successful public and private partnership in American history. The statue is under very close and tight security. If you plan to visit the Statue of Liberty, plan for time to get through the tight security routine. Myra Webb BIO SKETCH ON ALAN & MARGARET LEITH (DH) by Janice Chapman Alan and Margaret were born in northern WI; Alan in Polar, WI to Marvin and Marie Byer Leith. His dad worked for the Oneida Highway Dept. for 35 years. Margaret’s parents were Fred and Lillian DeLap, who lived in a log cabin in Vernon County, WI, where Margaret was born. They moved from there shortly after that. Her parents began farming when she was around five years old. She was an only child for eight years before other siblings FYI FUTURE DATES TO REMEMBER July 14 – ACV July Birthday Party Aug. 3 – Preview of Artist Series Performances Aug. 6 – Flow Mobile 8 noses that can’t be pulled off if anyone still makes stuffed animals and can use them. June Houston at 658-3630 or via cell phone at 688-5470.* If anyone is going to Charlotte, NC the week of July 15, please call Debbie Hudson at 658-1014.** FOR SALE: White plastic shower bench w/reversible back. 32” long x 20: wide; has height adjustments on leg bottoms $45. 658-3498.** What is Myth-Information? Myth-Information is a widely held and/or promoted, but false, piece of information. MYTH: Genes play the most significant role in longevity. FACT: Lifestyle choices, particularly diet, exercise, and smoking habits, have a stronger influence on lifespan than genetics. Family history can indicate a higher probability of being diagnosed with a chronic disease, like heart disease or cancer, but predisposition does not guarantee that an individual will develop the disease. In fact, healthy lifestyle choices can outweigh inherited risk. According to an article in Science Daily, “Those who did not smoke, consumed moderate amounts of coffee, and had a good socio-economic status at the age of 50 (measured in terms of housing costs), as well as good physical working capacity at the age of 54 and low cholesterol at 50 had the greatest chance of celebrating their 90th birthday.” The Village Café Hours: Tuesday-Wednesday 11:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday & Saturday 8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. (Closed on Saturday, July 4) Lopin' Gopher Deli THANK YOU Hours: Monday-Saturday 7:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m. Sunday 7:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. We would like to thank the Village staff for responding to our call to save an injured Swallowtailed Kite on Sat. afternoon. We thought at first that it was a rare Grey Falcon. Thanks to Raymond Hinton and Ryan Newham for staying until it was taken to an Animal Emergency Hospital in Newberry about an hour or so from Dowling Park! Thank you Paul Cook for carefully covering the bird with a net and cloth. Thanks also to Otto Hunerwadel and Linda Flosenzeir who lovingly took the bird to the shelter. Sadly, the bird had been shot and a wing was injured and the Vet wasn`t sure that it would fly again. We are sure that it was grateful for being saved. It is a beautiful bird! If you are interested in seeing pictures of the rescued Swallow-tailed Kite, stop by Member Services. Also there are listings of various species of birds sighted at ACV. Ted & Dodie Jones (Closed on Saturday, July 4) Thanks for the padding I received this week for the potholders needed for the kitchen. (See the ad under “MISCELLANEOUS” for help needed assembling the potholders.) June Houston Village Pharmacy The Village Post Office Hours: Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. MISCELLANEOUS If anyone would like to cut squares for the potholders needed for the kitchen, or their batting/ stuffing, or sewing them together, I will show you the ropes and would appreciate the help. 5 dozen are needed each month. I also have a bag of eyes and Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Closed 12:30-1:30 p.m. for lunch. (Closed on Saturday, July 4) 9 Saturday, 4thof July Picnic Buffet – Join Us! 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Featuring this Week July 3- July 10, 2014 THURSDAY: Meaty Spaghetti Sauce w/ Angel Hair Pasta $3.89, Golden Baked Stuffed Chicken Breast w/Hollandaise $3.89, Wild Rice Blend .99, Vegetable Blend w/ Cranberries .99, Whole Green Bean Vegetable Medley .99, Mini Salad Bar $1.99, Garlic Bread & Dinner Rolls, Assorted Dessert Items, Chilled Beverages……… Ask for Heart Healthy: Lean Marinara Sauce Spaghetti $3.89, Salad Bar w/ Light Dressing FRIDAY: Soup of the Day: Sweet Potato Bisque by the Cup w/ Crackers $1.99, Deluxe Golden Chicken Breast Sandwich $3.88, Hamburger Steak on a Warm Bun $3.88, Fresh Lettuce & Sliced Tomatoes on the Line for Your Sandwiches….Macaroni & Cheese Casserole .99, Sweet Potato Waffle Fries .99, Cut Green Beans .99, Buttered Spinach .99, Deluxe Mini Salad Bar w/ Loaded Baked Potato Salad Tuna Pasta Salad $2.19, Assorted Desserts, Beverages………….. Ask for Heart Healthy: 4 oz. Lean Hamburger $3.66 w/ Lettuce & Tomato on a Bun $3.66, Green Beans, Spinach. SATURDAY: July 4th. Tender Sweet BBQ Ribs, Tasty Finger Lickin’ Good Wings, Bratwurst w/ Onions & Peppers, Potato Salad, Pasta Salad, Cole Slaw, Squash Casserole, Zesty Baked Beans, Turnip Greens w/ Bacon, Lots of Salad Fixin’s w/ Choice of Dressing, Dinner Rolls, Fresh Watermelon, Ice Cream Novelty Treats, Choice of Beverage…………$7.99 Members $10.99 Non Members 10:45 am – 1:15 pm Golden Country Fried Chicken, Grilled Hamburger Steak w/ Sautéed Onions & Gravy, Kielbasa w/ Grilled peppers & Onions , Mashed Potatoes w/ Gravy, Au Gratin Potatoes, Chef’s Blend Vegetables, Buttered Baby Beets, Lima Beans & Corn, Garden Salad with Choice of Dressing, Dinner Rolls, Choice of Beverage…….Assorted Cream Pies for Dessert! $9.59 Members $13.49 Non Members Sunday Buffet: MONDAY: Wild Rice Soup $1.99, Jamaican Jerk Pork Tenderloin & Salsa $4.29, Black Bean & Rice Medley .99, Fresh Grilled Zucchini .99, Cajun Turkey w/ Parsnips & Potatoes $4.79, Garden Vegetables w/ Rutabagas .99, Garlic Mashed Sweet Potatoes .99, Peas & Carrots .99, Warm Dinner Roll .65, Assorted Desserts, Beverages & Sides. Ask for Heart Healthy: Grilled Turkey Cutlet w/ Steamed Wild Rice $4.79, Steamed Garden Vegetable Blend .99 TUESDAY: French Onion Soup au gratin w/ Crackers $1.99, Rotini Shrimp Alfredo $4.99, Yellow Squash & Carrots .99, Chicken Curry & Couscous Primavera $4.79, Stewed Tomatoes & Okra w/ a Toasty Parmesan Topping $1.29, Baked Macaroni & Cheese w/ Sausage $2.99, Mini Salad Bar $2.19, Muffins/ Dinner Rolls .65, Chilled Sides & Assorted Desserts………….. Ask for Heart Healthy: Poached Chicken Breast w/ Couscous $4.79, Stewed Tomatoes & Okra $1.29 WEDNESDAY: Chicken & Oriental Dumpling Soup $1.99, Mindful Menu Special: Tender Sliced Roast Beef w/ Caramelized Onion & Cheddar Stack served w/ a European Baguette $5.29, Steakhouse Spinach $1.29, Golden Onion Rings .99, Glazed Teriyaki Chicken Breast $3.99, Cellophane Noodles w/ Fresh Spinach & Matchstick Carrots $1.29, Fresh Steamed Asparagus $1.29, Chef’s Table Carved “Steaming Tavern Ham” & Salad Bar $5.29, Chilled Sides and Assorted Desserts, Beverages……………….. Heart Healthy Selection: Soup of the Day, Chef’s Table (Reduced Sodium Ham) & Salad Bar $5.29 Combo THURSDAY: Light House Clam Chowder $1.99, Citrus Garlic Tilapia $4.59, Brown Rice w/ Almonds, Raisins & Scallion $1.29, Steamed Whole Baby Greens Beans .99, Steamed Snow Peas .99, Mindful Menu Special: Bistro Greek Turkey Burger $4.99, Mini Salad Bar w/ Extras $2.19, Side Salads & Chilled Accompaniments……… Beverages Heart Healthy Selection: Mindful Menu Special: Bistro Greek Turkey Burger $4.99, Mini Salad Bar $2.19 C. Burr, CDM/CFPP Sodexo Food Service Manager, Independent Living 658-5260 During the Hot Summer Months, Please ……. Drink Plenty of Fluids, Preferably Water – Stay Hydrated for Health! Twice Nice Shop -all profits benefit the ministries of ACV Advent Christian Village Square 658-5271 Open Monday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Twice Nice Furniture & More 23353 County Road 250 658-5871 Open: Monday & Thursday 12:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Every Market Day 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. For pick up (available on Tuesday & Wednesday a.m.) and deliveries contact the Lodge Office by calling 658-5200. Happy Fourth of July! Any article of clothing with BLUE or RED in it is half price. (Limit one item.) Shoes half price. (Limit one item.) Gift Certificates now available. Credit Cards accepted on items of $10 or more. The Rustic Shop Est. 1972 We specialize in quality, hand-crafted items made at ACV. Riverside Gifts “The United States is the only country with a known birthday.” ~ James G. Blaine, 1830-1893, U.S. Rep. and U.S. Senator, Maine Cookouts and fireworks mean RIVERSIDE GIFTS will be closed on Saturday, July 4th to celebrate Independence Day. ACV volunteers work hard to make RIVERSIDE GIFTS one of the fine ACV owned shops. As with the other ACV shops, all the profit from sales goes to fund ACV programs. Thank you for supporting RIVERSIDE GIFTS with your business. From all of us to all of you… …have a safe and happy holiday! Monday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. in the Village Square. We offer free gift wrapping. We accept major credit cards. Riverside Gifts ~ (386) 658-5771 Another fine Village-Owned Shop Monday-Saturday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. The Village Grocer Polar Whole Button Mushrooms 4oz. 1.09 Realemon Juice 8oz. 1.59 Hy-Top Peanut Butter 18oz. {creamy-crunchy} 1.99 Del Monte Ketchup 24oz. 1.49 Mueller’s Elbow Macaroni 8oz. .89 Coca-Cola & Pepsi 2 lt. bottles all varieties 1.79 NEW! Velveeta Skillet or Casserole Dinners 11-13oz. {all varieties} 2.99 Hy-Top Designer Paper Plates 45ct. 2.59 Hy-Top Bite Size Frosted Shredded Wheat Cereal 18oz. 2.99 Dutch Farm American Cheese Singles 12oz. 2.69 Daisy Small Curd Cottage Cheese 16oz. 2.49 T.G. Lee Dairy Pure Milk Gallon {Vitamin D or 2%} 4.59 Digiorno Pizzas 27oz. {all varieties} Ore Ida Hash Browns 32oz. 5.99 2.99 Sanderson Farm Chicken Leg Quarters lb. 1.09 Boneless Ribeye Steaks lb. 10.99 Boneless Beef Chuck Roast lb. 4.29 80% Lean Ground Beef lb. 3.69 Lean Baby Back Pork Ribs lb. 3.99 Lean Boston Butt Pork Roast lb. 1.79 Porky’s Bratwurst 16oz. 3.99 Sunnyland Jumbo Franks 16oz. 1.29 Resers Original Potato Salad 3lb. 3.99 Healthy Ones Deli Thin Tub Lunch Meats 7oz. {all varieties} 2.29 THIS WEEK’S SCRIPTURE I will teach you the way you should go; I will instruct you and advise you. Psalms 32:8 Fresh Head Lettuce each Red Ripe Tomatoes lb. 1.99 1.59 Holiday Hours: The Village Grocer will be closing on Fri., July 3, at 4:00 pm, and closed on Sat., July 4.