Newsletter 1

Southfork News

“FOR THE RESIDENTS, BY THE RESIDENTS”

Happy Labor Day September 2015

It feels like Fall ……….Somewhere

Fall will be here soon, although here in Florida it’s

hard to tell. You’re going to have to wait until about

the third week of October before the daily high

temperatures drop to the low 80s. The folks at the

Florida climate center say Fall happens when the

daily low temperatures drop below 60 degrees and

stay there. In the Tampa Bay area that doesn’t usually

Happen until you’re eyeing turkey for Thanksgiving.

You know its fall in Florida when------

You put away your light green bathing suit in

favor of your brown one.

You can roll down the windows in your car

and not run the risk of melting

You can plant things without them withering

immediately

The stores put out the winter holiday

decorations.

Everywhere you turn there is some sort of

festival celebrating art, food, wine, crafts,

history, cars, gourds etc.

Although we don’t get the rainbow of falling

Leaves that other states do, we do see a lot

of acorns and random other seedlings.

Hey, that’s less raking for us.

Labor Day

Labor Day officially ends summer, as those who work enjoy

one final fling.

Blessed are those who bear the daily burden, of whom few

savants speak or minstrels sing,

Returning to the shallows of September, days of ease give

way to hours certain,

A long routine that wends its way towards winter,

Yearning for the promises of spring.

Newsletter Information

Note, any information to be placed in the newsletter, must be submitted between the 1st and 15th of

every month. Please contact the editor (Phyllis Grossi) at 567-6105, pkaygrossi@aim.com or drop off

the information at 11150 Mesquite Dr. All newsletters can be viewed in color on the web site @

www.floridacommunities.com (click on Southfork at bottom of page.)

Suggestion Box

Suggestion Box is to be used to deposit, Annual Dues, Letters to the Board etc. All letters must

be signed or they will not be honored.

Office of Southfork

10808 U.S. 98, Dade City, Fl 33525

Phone: (352) 523-0022, Fax: (352)523-0611 After Hours: (352)206-4080

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ASSOCIATION OFFICERS:

President Tom Geyer 2014-2016

Vice President Jim McAdams 2014-2016

Secretary Peggy Elkins 2014-2016

Treasurer Mike Gallagher 2014-2016

Directors:

Priscilla Medeiros 2014-2016

Hollis Adams 2014-2016

Harvey Barber 2015-2017

Roger Layne 2015-2017

Mary Freund 2015-2017

Emergency CONTACT NUMBERS IN PASCO COUNTY (911)

Pasco Cty Sheriff 352-521-5131 Dade City Police 352-521-1493

Hurricane Updates 800-427-8340 Dade City Hospital 352-521-1100

Sick/Prayer List.

Mary Bolin Nancy Steding

Get Well Wishes To All!

In Memoriam

Oakley Osborn Former resident passed away

Jeanne Bittman Mother passed away

Our condolences to the family and friends!

New Residents

Billie Bradley 11040 Mustang Dr

Keith & Nan Moody 11045 Ewing Dr

Johnny Virgin 10936 Tumbleweed Dr

Welcome to our Community of Southfork!

Wedding Anniversary

Al & Lois Albrecht Sept 14

Marvin & Pat Rush Sept 16

Tom & Shirlynn Thompson Sept 18

Ron & Mary White Sept 19

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I am looking for wedding anniversaries celebrated for each month of the year. We

have so many in this community who have shown wedded bliss for so many years and we

would like to acknowledge all.

Please submit to me (Phyllis) by the 15th of each month so it can be shared by all.

from Tom’s desk.

Hello Southfork. My this year is moving fast. I guess that is in part that we

are a little bit older and time seems to move faster.

By popular demand we will continue movie night into Sept. The date is Sept

1st at 6:30pm. Popcorn and Ice Cream will be served. Come out and join

us….we have a lot of fun.

Labor Day, Sept 7th, we want to recognize all the hard working people that

made this country so great. We are going to have a Potluck at 4pm. The

Association will furnish “Fried Chicken”……Please sign up and write down

what you would like to bring. Bring enough for about 8 servings.

Our first board meeting of the Fall will be on Sept 21st at 9am in the card

room at the clubhouse. It is open to anyone who would like to address the

board.

Sept 28th is “Good Neighbor Day”……So say Hi to your neighbors, ok !

I hope everyone is doing well.

Tom

WELCOME BACK

WOW!!!!! It is hard to believe that Labor Day weekend is nearing and summer is

quickly coming to an end. It seems like just last week that the season was just

beginning and the snowbirds were leaving.

I hope it has been a good and healthy summer season for all of you. It has been a

good summer here at Southfork and now, in just a few short weeks, most of the

snowbirds will be back and many of the activities and meetings will be starting again.

FIRST DAY OF AUTUMN!!!!!!

September 23rd is the first day of autumn but here in Florida it is like any other day of the year. Up

North you are already thinking of cold weather, snow and ice and we here in Florida can only go by the

news media on what is happening and not missing the cold but we sure do miss the fall colors.

So to all of us here in Florida, relax and enjoy with no worries about shovels or freezing cold!!!!

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Women’s Club

On August 5th

, 11 members enjoyed a get together at "Sunrise" there

was plenty of food and a lot of laughs.

We are all very sad about the situation of Mary Bolin. A special

meeting is being called to discuss how we will help her in this difficult

moment.

We will look into distributing school supplies to 2 schools. Thanks

again to everyone who helped with this project.

We decided to go to Golden Corral for our next meeting on Sep. 2nd at

11:00 am.

See you around

Marielle

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DO YOU KNOW WHO THIS IS????????

I got an idea to start an article on “Can you guess who this is” and I was

wondering if you would like to be part of this.

There is only one problem, my scanner does not work on my computer

so a picture would have to be emailed to me with a little info for the article ( ex: this person

grew up in Belair, Md or anything you would like to have in so everyone can try and guess so

they can try and figure it out ). You can ask someone who has a computer to email for you if

you do not have one so you can submit.

I need pictures of anyone when they were a child or teen so everyone would have to try and

guess who this is. I will place the article in the newsletter and the following month I will give

you the correct answer.

If interested, send to me @ pkaygrossi@aim.com I will not disclose any info until the

following newsletter. This could be a lot of fun!!!!!!

Profile of the Month

Marielle Quain is a member of our Southfork Community. If you enjoy our

Woman's Club or enjoy our weekly bingo sessions, I am certain you realize

that Marielle is responsible for always being at the helm for these very

important activities. Every Wednesday guests enjoy playing Bingo at our

Clubhouse, other parks are also welcome to join us. It is work, not only

on Wednesday evening, but continually through the year, purchasing

equipment, bingo cards, etc. thank you Marielle for making Bingo such a

pleasure.

Also, the Woman's Club has had Marielle

as its president for several years.

Each year a new and exciting activity

is planned monthly, birthday wishes to

each member on their birthday month,

many, many charities are donated to. I

am not saying Marielle does not have

some help, but she is the cornerstone

of our Woman's Club. In future issues

I intend to mention several people who

work at her side. Whether it be a

delicious Chili Dinner, Soup and Salad

fund raiser, Marielle is doing the

shopping, setting up shop, and making

certain the wheels run smoothly.

Variety shows are also a wonderful fund

raiser and we all have certainly

enjoyed our most recent, Miss

Southfork. We must not forget

our yearly bazaar.

Thank you Marielle for all you

do, for all you have done. And

what you will

continue to do in the future. I

know it takes a Village, but I

also know it

takes one hard working

individual, with unselfish

thoughts to make our community

thrive, as it well does.

Marielle not only contributes to

the above activities, but she willingly joins all aspects of Southfork

activities, dancing, entertainment evenings, etc. She wants success always.

I for one appreciate her efforts.

Submitted by Kathy Gallick

SOUTHFORK CINEMA, Tuesday September 1st!!

Our next Tuesday Night Movie will be September 1st @ 6:30pm. Join us in the

clubhouse for this exciting movie..

The “CineBistro will continue serving all you can eat popcorn for 25 cents and

ice cream for $1.00 a bowl.. There’s plenty of seating but feel free to bring your

own comfy chair!

Don’t forget, we take requests!!! Something you want to see? Just let us know.

NOW SHOWING: LAST VEGAS _ September 1st 6:30pm

“LAST VEGAS” – Starring Michael Douglas, Morgan

Freeman, Robert DeNiro and Kevin Kline. Four legends

like you’ve never seen them before. LAST VEGAS tells

the story of Billy, Paddy, Archie and Sam. Best friends

since childhood. When Billy, the group’s sworn bachelor,

finally proposes to his thirty-something girlfriend, the

four head to Las Vegas with a plan to stop acting their age

and relive their glory days. However, upon arriving the

four quickly realize that the decades have transformed

Sin City and tested their friendship in ways they never

imagined.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7TH

TIME: 4:00PM

All Southfork residents are invited to attend a “Potluck” on Labor Day, September 7th at the

Clubhouse.

Chicken will be provided by the HOA. Price of admission is a dish to pass enough for 8-10

people.

Coffee and Iced Tea will be available.

Bring your own table service. If you plan to attend, please sign-up by September 5th so we

know the amount of chicken to purchase.

Hope to see all of you there!!!!!

9/7 – Labor Day Celebration - Labor Day is annually held on the first Monday

of September. It was originally organized to celebrate various labor associations'

strengths of and contributions to the United States economy. It is largely a day of

rest in modern times. Many people mark Labor Day as the end of the summer

season and a last chance to make trips or hold outdoor events.

9/11 – Everyone Remembers 9-11-2001! Let us take time to remember

that tragic day – one we will never forget as we look back in horror of the events.

We always remember where we were and what we were doing – just like when

President Kennedy was assassinated. I personally remember it with nightmares

as was working for American Airlines (Headquarters) in Fort Worth, TX. It was

indeed a horrible experience and chaos. If you get the chance, listen to Alan

Jackson's song, “Where Were You (When The World Stopped Turning). It says so

much and humbles us all.

9/13 – Grandparents' Day – Happy Grandparents Day to all you

Grandpas/Grandmas and Nanas and Papas and other names our grandchildren

have given us all!

9/22 & 9/23 – Yom Kipper – to all our Jewish friends and families.

9/23 – First Day of autumn. We will be ready for this!

9/28 – Tentatively planned – Good Neighbor Day in Southfork – Random

Acts of Kindness (Sandi has a sign-up sheet at the office, for volunteers!)

And finally, Happy Birthday to all you September guys and gals!

We wanted to find out what some of our favorite dining out places are within the

area (and some favorites are a few miles away). When I talked to many folks here

in Southfork, I was surprised to hear that many do not go out to eat because they

aren't sure where to go. Well, we hope this will help in some way if and when the

kitchen is “closed” at home. Also, these are personal preferences of folks, but you

may not agree, so it’s not “gospel.” In no particular order……….

Island Breeze (was Mainly New England) 7643 Gall Blvd., ZH – Fay & Mike like the

Cuban food at very reasonable prices - $8 - $10.

Beef O’Bradys, 7833 Gall Blvd., ZH – A favorite sports bar atmosphere and to many

newcomers. Jean and Marsha experienced Beefers with a full menu! They have great

Cuban sandwiches too.

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Poncho’s Villa, 32804 Pennsylvania Ave. (downtown), San Antonio. Very good

home-made Mexican food $8 - $10; however, a small place seats maybe 30-40 people and

being so popular, very busy. The service is great and turnover is fast, but get there early,

but if you gotta wait – it is worth it. One of Kathy’s favs and Larry and Jean also!

Rojas Mexican, Gall Blvd., ZH – One of Pete and Dixie’s favs – great food, decent prices.

Chilis, 7643 Gall Blvd., ZH – a favorite of several people. Wide variety menu and they

have coupons for specials on line. Busy place but pretty fast seating and service. Great

food.

Piccola Italia, 37502 State Road 54, ZH – Italian, pizza and even good fish. Bob and

Carol like the food and service. Reasonable prices.

DiMaggio’s That’s Amore, 5347 Gall Blvd., ZH – It’s Italian as you can tell. You get

enormous servings so petite eaters may want to share an entrée. Atmosphere is great –

visit Italia right here in ZH, FL. Food very good – service good. Impress your friends here.

Blackstone Reef and Grill, 38361 County Rd. 54, ZH – Salad bar available with full

menu and specials. Mike and Linda likes this place along with the entertainment in the bar

area. During the busy season, if you want to dine in the entertainment section,

reservations are suggested. I like this place too!

Ruby Tuesdays, 7909 Gall Blvd., ZH – An all American restaurant with very good food

and great salad bar. Tom and Judy like this place too as well as many others. Prices

reasonable.

Doc’s Pub and Grille, 14946 US 301, Dade City – All you can eat crab legs on Friday

nights ($24/person – you got to be hungry! Casual pub atmosphere. Service pretty good.

Smittys Smokehouse & Grill, 12803 US 301, Dade City – Very good barbeque at

reasonable prices. Many other menu options, including breakfast.

And lastly…….Tiki Bar, Homosassa, FL – a good drive but well worth it. Several say, the

“best shrimp around.” Sometimes long waiting periods and Carolyn and Jim really didn’t

want me to broadcast one of their fav dining-out places (because of the long lines). Sorry, Carolyn, but I just had to spill the “shrimp.”

This only touches the surface of great places to dine out in our area. We’ve tried to focus

on interesting places other than our favorite fast food joints. However, if you go to Taco Bell

and order from the $1.00 menu (and get a senior drink – free of charge, with refills) you will

not damage your bank account!!! Also, it is a great idea to follow newspaper

articles/internet on postings of dirty dining establishments. Most of these reports come

from the larger city areas. So, enjoy your dining out experience and have a great

September!

Submitted by: Jean Deiss (863-602-1535) – call me with your NEWS!!!!!

(Oh by the way, dig through your picture files and find a childhood photo or baby picture of

yourself and/or spouse. Your Southfork News Folks may be asking you to share it in future

newsletters…… introducing “Who In The World Is This?”

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"Where Were You When The World Stopped Turning"(Written and Recorded by Alan

Jackson)

Where were you when the world stopped turning on that September day?

Were you in the yard with your wife and children

Or working on some stage in L.A.?

Did you stand there in shock at the sight of that black smoke

Risin' against that blue sky?

Did you shout out in anger, in fear for your neighbor

Or did you just sit down and cry?

Did you weep for the children who lost their dear loved ones

And pray for the ones who don't know?

Did you rejoice for the people who walked from the rubble

And sob for the ones left below?

Did you burst out with pride for the red, white and blue

And the heroes who died just doin' what they do?

Did you look up to heaven for some kind of answer

And look at yourself and what really matters?

I'm just a singer of simple songs

I'm not a real political man

I watch CNN but I'm not sure I can tell

You the difference in Iraq and Iran

But I know Jesus and I talk to God

And I remember this from when I was young

Faith, hope and love are some good things He gave us

And the greatest is love

Where were you when the world stopped turning on that September day?

Were you teaching a class full of innocent children

Or driving down some cold interstate?

Did you feel guilty 'cause you're a survivor

In a crowded room did you feel alone?

Did you call up your mother and tell her you loved her?

Did you dust off that Bible at home?

Did you open your eyes, hope it never happened

Close your eyes and not go to sleep?

Did you notice the sunset the first time in ages

Or speak to some stranger on the street?

Did you lay down at night and think of tomorrow

Or go out and buy you a gun?

Did you turn off that violent old movie you're watchin'

And turn on "I Love Lucy" reruns?

Did you go to a church and hold hands with some strangers

Did you stand in line and give your own blood?

Did you just stay home and cling tight to your family

Thank God you had somebody to love?

Where were you when the world stopped turning on that September day?

SNOWBIRDS

Here they come, ready or not! The snowbirds should be arriving in a steady stream starting in

September, October and November. License plates tell of their origins, but they’re all

coming to the land of palm tree-lined driveways and warm weather. Bring them on, I say!

Those of us who endure the hot, sticky summer months are finally starting to get out more.

We’re eating on the lanai, taking walks without being dripping wet and, well, here come the

traffic jams, the crowded doctor’s offices and stores, but wait---it also energizes our lifestyle

and our economy. Yes, come on down, all you snowbirds!

Clubs of all sorts exist in the winter but we still exist here with activities while you are away..

Friendships are big for snowbirds……..Put on a parade, a fun day or a fundraiser and you’ll

find snowbirds right in the middle of it all. Snowbirds who flock to Florida for the months of

September thru May, we love you and can’t wait for you to get back and get the community

rolling again with fun and laughter. Hurry, hurry so we can get the parties started!!!!

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_ Favor to Ask!!!

Fall is fast approaching and I have a big favor to ask all of you who submit any

articles or are in charge of any type of card games or activities. We have a lot

of newer residents in the park over the last 12 months and I want to make sure

the dates and times are current on all events held each week and correctly

placed in the newsletter.

Please do not assume I know the changes or deletions of any game activity and

if there have been any changes please let me know by the 15th of each month.

Thanks, Phyllis

WELCOME BACK FRIENDS FROM THE NORTH!!!

SOUTHFORK ENTERTAINMENT SERIES

Our Fall Entertainment Season Begins

We have finished our first summer season and we are still afloat. September

returns us to our normal ticket pricing of $7.50.

Sadly we’ve had a cancellation for Sept and October. So in place see below:

The Retros Band, will entertain us on Sept 15th and they are from New Port

Richey.

Renown Irish Comic, George Casey will hot our stage on Oct 6th.

Bobby Palermo’s music will be here on Nov 10th

Lastly, we will be entertained by John Timpanelli on Dec 6th.

*** Our New Years dinner dance will be hosted by Sam Kistner. (Price to be

announced.)

Crane Family

Submitted by, Kathy Gallick

We have a family of cranes, I believe they are looking for a

home on Mesquite.

Saw them browsing, with their three children just the other day.

Apparently the children are with the "bird sitter" today. They

seem to like their half of the road in the middle as a rule, so

be cautious, would never want to harm the new possible

neighbors.

I would not feed, could become a pecking problem.

Life is good!

.

Repairs by George

All types of handyman,

carpentry, plumbing,

electrical repairs, gutter

cleaning, roof repairs, tile

work and exterior

maintenance at a very

reasonable rate. Custom

cabinet making and Power

washing the whole house or

just north side. Feel free to

call me anytime.

(H) 352-322-2700

© 410-852-6663

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Nautical Memories Consignment Do you have items you no longer need? Since we can only have 2 carport sales a year, why not let me sell your items globally. I will do all the work and you will receive the benefits. Give me a call at: 215-534-7256. Patty _______________________

Avon: Catalogs are

available. Call Tanya or

Bobby 567-7125

tbhahnfl@yahoo.com

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Will rake your lawn for $5 a

bag. Bobby Hahn

567-7125

Services Offered

I am a master electrician

offering the following

services: Electrical,

Pressure Washing, Gutter

Cleaning, Minor Plumbing.

Also, transportation to or

from Orlando/Tampa

airports as well as the

Tampa Train/Bus stations.

Jerry McClellan

11040 Maverick Drive

Home: (352) 437-5219

Cell: (352) 999-2908

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Homecare

Do you need help with daily living? Did an illness or procedure limit your ability to care for yourself? I have over 30 years experience helping people in their homes. I am a qualified HHA/CNA and homemaker that will assist you with daily living for very reasonable rates. References available upon request. For more information call (352) 567-7702 Ask for Maureen ________________________

Odd Jobs

I now work 8:30-1:30PM.

I am available after

1:30PM for odd jobs. No

job too big or too small.

Please leave a message

at 813-508-2805 and I

will return your call

ASAP.

Andy Davidson

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Need Help

House cleaning and

Lawn Service,

by Bea

813-562-0633

Weekly Calendar of Events

Sunday Church of Your Choice…”May I” card game @6pm

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Monday Coffee Hour @8am…Line Dance @10am…Poker @12 noon

(Fall/Winter) Men’s Shuffleboard @1pm… Hand & Foot @6pm

Euchre @6pm

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Tuesday Trash Pickup AM…(Fall/Winter) Mixed Shuffleboard @9am…

Exercise @10:30am…Sequence @1pm…(Fall/Winter) Men’s

Shuffleboard @1pm…(Fall/Winter) Ladies Shuffleboard @3pm

Bowling (Zephyrhills) @noon…Poker @5:00pm…DBL Pinochle 6pm

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Wednesday Blue bag Trash pickup 1st & 3rd Wednesday……

Quilting @9am… Bridge @1pm…(Fall/Winter) Men’s

Shuffleboard @1pm…Bingo@6:30pm, doors open @5:15pm

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Thursday Hand & Foot @9am…Dominoes @1pm…(Fall/Winter) Men’s

Shuffleboard @1pm…(Fall/Winter) Ladies Shuffleboard @3pm

Poker @5:00pm…”Alley” Board game @6pm…

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Friday Trash pickup… (Fall/Winter) Mixed Shuffleboard @9am…Exercise

@10:30am…(Fall/Winter) Men’s Shuffleboard @1pm…Poker @12noon

WII FIT @9am

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Saturday “TOPS” Weight Loss @9am…Bocce @10am…”65” game @6pm…Poker @5pm…

Sept 1st (Tues) Movie night 6:30pm (Last Vegas)

Sept 2nd (Wed) Womens Club (11am Golden Corral)

Sept 4th (Fri) Men’s Breakfast 9am

Sept 7th (Mon) Potluck 4pm (bring a dish to pass)

Sept 13th (Sun) Card Bingo 6pm (bring $2.00 in dimes)

Sept 15th (Tue) “The Retros Band” 7pm

Sept 21 (Mon) Assn Officers/Directors 9am

Sept 27th (Sun) Card Bingo 6pm (bring $2.00 in dimes)

Sept 28th (Mon) Good Neighbor Day

REMEMBER, CHECK OUT THE ACTIVITY PAGE IF YOU WANT TO ATTEND ANY

MONDAY MORNING COFFEE, CARD GAMES, BINGO AND ANY OTHER SOCIAL

ACTIVITY HELD ON A DAILY BASIS HERE IN THE PARK.