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Southfork News

“FOR THE RESIDENTS, BY THE RESIDENTS”

HAVE A GREAT SUMMER April 2016

Spring time is a coming, it’s just around the bend;

get out that old fishing rod and a fishing tale to spin.

Spring time is a coming, heat up that barbeque,

and I will cook a big beef steak or two.

Spring time is a coming, it’s just around the bend,

and soon the Canadian Goose will be here again.

Spring time is a coming and the bugs are too!

get out a fly swatter for me and you;

Spring time is a coming; I cannot wait,

to have a barbecued trout lying on my plate!

Snow Birds

To all the snowbirds who will be leaving shortly, I have a question for you…………..

On a regular basis I, send out emails to the snowbirds when there are any happenings here at Southfork, such as deaths, sickness of a resident etc. during the summer months. If there are any happenings or excitement (hurricanes) here that you would not necessarily know about and would like to be kept up to date, I would gladly put you on my email mailing list.

I have quite a few that I send out regularly and my email address is: pkaygrossi@aim.com

Continue to view the newsletter on- line during the summer months ---- you can view them at:

www.floridacommunities.com/southfork. when it comes up, click at the bottom on either monthly newsletters or the resale’s.

If you have any questions please give me a call at

567-6105. Looking forward to hearing from you and have a great summer to all.

Thanks, Phyllis Grossi,

KEEP IN TOUCH!!!!!

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 2016-2018

Vice President Hollis Adams 2016-2017

Secretary Peggy Elkins 2016-2018

Treasurer Mike Gallagher 2016-2017

Directors:

Ron White 2016-2018

Harry Gerrish 2016-2018

Craig Whitbeck 2016-2017

Roger Layne 2016-2017

Mary Freund 2016-2017

Emergency CONTACT NUMBERS IN PASCO COUNTY (911)

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

Hurricane Updates 800-427-8340 Sheriff non-emerg 727-847-8102

Sick/Prayer List.

Linda Dickinson

Get Well Wishes To All!

In Memoriam

Norm Tierney Resident passed away

Bill Kendall Former resident passed away

Ronnie Price Resident passed away

Elsie Rice Former resident passed away

Art Addington Resident passed away

Our condolences to the family and friends!

Wedding Anniversary

Apr 18 Craig and Carol Whitbeck

Apr 18th Ron and Deb Shureb

Apr 24th Richard and Brenda Tetro

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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.

WELL WINTER WELL SOON BE A THING OF THE PAST. IT WAS NOT TO BAD COMPARED TO UP

NORTH. AS A LOT OF YOU READ THIS, YOU WILL BE MAKING PLANS TO GO WHERE EVER YOU

GO IN THE SUMMER TIME. PLEASE TAKE CARE SO YOU CAN COME BACK TO BEAUTIFUL

SOUTHFORK THIS FALL. THE REST OF US WILL HAPPY TO BE IN FL. YEAR ROUND.

WE WILL TRY TO KEEP YOU BUSY WITH DIFFERENT ACTIVITIES. WE STILL HAVE A FEW OF YOU

THAT HAVE NOT JOINED THE ASSOCIATION. WE WANT TO MAKE THIS THE BIGGEST YEAR

YET. IT IS OUR LIFE BLOOD IN THIS PARK TO KEEP US STRONG.

PLEASE KEEP YOUR PETS UNDER CONTROL AND ON A LEASH AND PLEASE PICK UP AFTER

THEM.

EVERY ONCE IN A WHILE WE MUST BE REMINDED TO WATCH OUR SPEED AND WATCH OUT

FOR GOLF CARTS.

MARCH 28TH WILL BE THE LAST ASSOCIATION MEETING TILL NEXT NOVEMBER SO PLAN TO

ATTEND .

I HAVE POSTED A COMMITTEE LIST IN THE CLUB HOUSE . LOOK IT OVER I THINK YOU MIGHT

BELONG SOME WHERE.

SOME THING HAS BEEN COME UP CONCERNING THE CLUB HOUSE. IF A FUNCTION IS HELD IN

THE CLUB HOUSE YOU MUST CLEAN IT UP BEFORE YOU LEAVE NO EXCEPTIONS. IT IS NOT THE

RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PARK MANAGER TO CLEAN UP A MESS LIKE WE HAD. THIS INCLUDES,

BINGO, WOMEN’S CLUB ANY CARD GAMES, BREAKFAST EC T. IT ONLY TAKES A FEW MINUTES

TO DO THIS THIS. WE WANT PEOPLE TO BE PROUD OF WHERE THEY LIVE. ALSO IF YOU MOVE

TABLES AND CHAIRS PUT THEM BACK! THE SAME THING APPLIES AT THE POOL. WE WILL

MONITOR THIS SITUATION VERY CLOSELY.

ON THE BRIGHTER SIDE WE HAD A WONDERFUL COMEDY SHOW WITH GEORGE CASEY. IF

YOU MISSED IT TOO BAD.

SEE YOU AROUND THE PARK.

TOM.

Women’s Club

On March 2nd we had 48 members attend our monthly meeting. It was

wonderful to see so many attend before everyone heads off to their

home states for summer. We opened the meeting with the pledge to the

flag. Feb minutes were read by Peggy and voted on and approved.

Barbara gave the treasurers report, and informed us of the total made

after expenses from the Soup Supper which was $611.oo. Good job

everyone on another successful fund raiser!

Quilters committee showed all the items ready to be donated to Sunrise

Battered Women's Shelter. These women really out did themselves and

the items will surely be a real help for the shelter. Charity

Committee report was given by Nancy Steding and she shared a thank you

note from Heidi at Cornerstone and reminded the group of their banquet

on March 10th. Gardener's report- Jean Bittman is in charge of the

planters now and will tend to them for us to enjoy.

The new By-laws were read, voted on and approved. Thank you for all

your input.

Our March Hostesses were Ginger Shanbeck and Phyllis Fisher, they did

a beautiful job decorating in the spirit of St Patrick’s Day. We

enjoyed all the fruit and cake and green punch. Thanks again Ladies!

March birthdays were celebrated. We raffled off 4 gifts donated by

Tanya, remember to see her if you need any Avon. Thank you Tanya for

your generosity.

Sign-up sheets were sent around for the Fall Bazaar and baskets to

raffle. We are still in need of a few good workers. Reminded those

doing Easter baskets for the kids through Daystar, to have them

delivered to Carol Whitbeck by March 17th. Thank you to those

who helped out.

Our speaker this month was Clarice from Sunrise Battered Women's

Shelter. she shared her history of working with abused women for over

40 years and changes that have been made over time to help ensure

Shelter, training, counseling, and safety for women and their children

trying to escape domestic abuse. She astounded us with the statistics

of 1 in 3 women today are raped, and only 1 in 10 report it and seek

help. We gave her all the wonderful quilts, pillows and stuffed toys

along with a check for a donation to continue the good work.

We look forward to seeing you at our April meeting, this will be our

last meeting until Oct. but those wishing to meet and go out to

breakfast is encouraged. For those headed North for the summer, have a

safe trip and we will see you again in the fall.

President of Southfork Women's Club- Betty Butler

Monday Morning Coffee Hour

Each week on Monday mornings from 8am to 9am there is

always coffee brewing which is free and we do have donuts for

those who are a little hungry and they are $.50 each. What a

good way to meet some of your neighbors and start your week.

The men are usually talking about the latest sport event on TV

and the women are always talking about the latest happenings in the community. No agenda

or speakers, just a chance for our community to come together. Bring your smile and wit and

we’ll furnish your coffee. We would love to get to know all of our new neighbors and the

others who have been in hibernation lately. Come join us!!!!

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Hotdogs & Hamburgs

Every Wednesday afternoon by the pool.

4pm to 5pm

Don’t feel like cooking………….well let the cooks make your supper and such a quick and easy meal.

There are combos of soda, hotdog and chips available or you can just have a Hotdog or a Hamburg.

Your choice.

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Bingo

Every Wednesday evening following the Hotdog CookOut

Doors open at 5:00 pm. Door sales for all bingo sheets stop

at 6:15pm The bingo games start immediately at 6:30pm.

Come and tryout an evening of maybe a little luck. You

never know, you may be one of our winners!

SATURDAY, APRIL 2nd @ 8AM TO 9AM

$3.50 PER PERSON

Last breakfast of the season!

SAUSAGE GRAVY/BISCUITS, SCRAMBLED EGGS &

HASH BROWNS, Coffee, Tea and O.J.

Take home is available. Can’t get to the clubhouse? We will

deliver!

Contact, Tom Robinson…..Cell 1-540-529-8247

Blue Ribbon Winners

Trophy Winner (Jean & Rosie)

Miss Lacey

Wonderful afternoon at our a pavilion with some wonderful pets on their best

behavior, hummm!! Except for that ONE spot. Dog Parade it was. Some

dressed in skirts, hats, cowboy hats, Hi Sheriff Culpepper, sun glasses, and

even a leash without a dog, Hi Radar. Ribbons, treats, and trophies.

Westminster Dog Show, beware!

Pictures and write up submitted by, Kathy Gallick

Doggie Parade and the Contestants

Pizza, Pizza, Pizza. Meat and or veggie, Thanks to our HOA and

entertainment committee for sponsoring another great evening on Fri

2/19/2016.

Good company, socializing with friends and neighbors, and great

Pizza. Warm fire in the pit, as you can see, many enjoyed. Thanks to

the gals serving that pizza. Well appreciated.

Submitted by Kathy Gallick

April’s Entertainment Series

“THE LADIES ARE COMING TO SOUTHFORK”

CRYSTAL GAGE

April 5th, 7pm

Crystal is Canadian and performs all over Northeast America. Her stage shows are seen about 150

times a year. Her singing and audience antics are a hit everywhere.

We will enjoy her performance.

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Debbie Myers

April 19th, 7pm

Debbie is also a Canadian entertainer. She too covers all Northeast America.

Sometimes working with Anne Murray. Along with guest “Freddy Thompson”

on steel guitar, their combined Country Style is unique.

A different venue of entertainment awaits us.

HEALTH/WELLNESS SEMINAR SERIES

DEALING WITH DIABETES

AND PREVENTION

THURSDAY, April 14

10:00am

CLUBHOUSE

A FLORIDA HOSPITAL DIABETES SPECIALIST WILL

DISCUSS WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT

DIABETES 1 & 2 - INCLUDING WHAT YOU SHOULD BE

DOING TO HELP PREVENT DIABETES. LET’S STAY

HEALTHY!!

DON’T MISS THIS VERY INFORMATIVE AND

IMPORTANT SEMINAR.

REFRESHMENTS COURTESY OF FLORIDA HOSPITAL.

Hotdog Night at the Pavilion

Sunday, April 17th, 5:30pm

We are going to have a Hotdog cook out

evening at the Pavilion. Everyone in the park is

invited. The hot dogs will be cooked over the open

fire. For $2.50 you will get a hotdog, chips and a drink.

You may also purchase these items separately at the following prices:

Hotdog - $1.50, Chips - $.50, Drink - $.50.

You may bring your own favorite drink if you prefer.

Hopefully the weather will be good so bring your own lawn chair and

sit around the bonfire later..

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Yarn Hookers

( both knitting and crocheting)

Anyone interested in either of the above are more than welcome to meet with us

NEW TIME SLOT is weekly on Tuesdays at 3pm. .

The purpose of this group is not only a social hour of knitting, crocheting or anything made

with yarn and needles, but this group brings ideas to pass along and maybe getting into some

projects we never knew we could do. . You must supply your

own yarn needles and patterns.

SOUTHFORK CINEMA, Tuesday April 12th - 7:00 pm!!

“The Intern” - Rated PG-13 (Comedy)

Our next Tuesday Night Movie will be April 12th @ 7:00pm. 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 or $.50 for a cone…. You are welcome to bring your

own beverages. 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 .

Starring: Robert DeNiro and Anne Hathaway This is the story of 70 year old Ben Whittaker who decided retirement isn’t what it is cracked up to be. He decides to become a senior intern at an on-line fashion site. He soon becomes popular with his younger co-worker.

Caught Being Good

Submitted by, Phyllis Grossi

Unsung Heroes

This is such a touching story and I do not know where to start with it.

There are 3 people who have done so much for this person and she does

not know how and where to start saying a “Big Thank You” for all they have done and ask if I could

put something together for her and to make it anonymous.

There is one thing about being neighborly but these 3 people have gone over and above to help.

First let me name the 3 Good Samaritan’s…… George Norstrom, Kathy Gallick and Linda Miller.

They all help at different times and do all sort of odd jobs they see that need to be done with out any

asking. It is household and outside help they give and watch out for her and so much more.

Because of her rough times they also provide her with meals and know when she needs the help the

most. She is sure they have their own work and lives but they are so good and never hesitate to

help and she did not know how to thank them and just wanted everyone to know what great people

they are.

From a loving and appreciated neighbor

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Just as a reminder, we do have a facebook group that is kept current of happenings and

events. The group site is called “you know you are from Southfork when”.

This group update’s on cancellations and changes for any of our scheduled events or you

will see some of the local area happenings here in Dade City or Zephryhills which might be of

interest. So join us in this group and for all of you snowbirds, you will feel like you are here

getting the latest.

Hit the “like” button and ask to be approved for joining.

Thanks, Phyllis

Southfork Walking Group Started

Hi guys and girls……is there anyone interested in a walking group?

I know myself I do not like exercise or being in the outdoors but would like to start walking to get in

some exercise. I need some motivation and thought maybe this would be a start joining in a

walking group..

It will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9am. PS (Note….day and time can be changed) What do

you think? A start of 2 days a week and it can be increased if the interest is there. It’s not hot out

at that time of morning and this time of year it is usually comfortable.

I know a lot cannot walk the hills but we will start with walking the circumference from the top of

Prairie down to Tumbleweed, up Tumbleweed back to the front of the clubhouse. This is not a must

and whomever wants to cut that route short is okay. Also, you can park your cars or carts at the

clubhouse without having to walk the distance from your homes. Remember most of us are really

out of shape and the purpose of this group is to get some walking exercise in regardless of how far or

how much we do. Then if anyone is energized they can start walking the other streets on their own.

This walking is for the strengthening of muscles and joints and to become more stronger. I know our

doctor stresses the importance of exercise for better health. Again, it is up to each individual

whether you can or can’t do the walking but go by your doctor’s orders. Watching your diet helps

but the exercise is the key and what is really needed..

Our first walking exercise started on Tuesday, March 15th and hope it continues even through out the

summer months. So snowbirds….join us now and get in shape before heading north and when you

get back resume the walking with us.

Maybe this can be a start of keeping Southfork fit……….(smile)

Upcoming Area Events

34th Annual ---- Florida Old Time Music Championship

Free parking, food and music

Pioneer Florida Museum, 15602 Pioneer Museum

Rd, Dade City, Fl , 1 mile North of downtown

Dade City 352-567-0262

www.pioneerfloridamuseum.org

Friday April 1 , 5pm to 10pm, $7.00 per person,

Competitions begin @ 7pm

Saturday April 2nd

, 9am to 10pm, $10.00 per

person, Competitions begin at 10am.

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Pioneer Florida Museum Train Show

Saturday, April 2nd, 9m to 4pm

Located in the (Mabel Jordan Barn)

Adults 10.00 per person

Collection of train memorabilia in the historic 1926 Trilby

Depot

Explore the 1913 Porter 10 wheeler

Watch a Lionel Model train set up inaction

So much more to see

Concession stand available

Enjoy both events the same weekend

.

Who loves auctions?

There is an auction every

Thurs at 6pm and Sunday at

6pm in Dade City behind

the empty car

dealers(Pasco Motors) in

Dade City. They have food

items, pantry items,

antiques, household and

yard items and so much

more. Can even bid on

bread & coffee, detergent

and cheaper than at the

supermarket and as low as

$1.00.

Contact: Patty Grossi

Crowe for further info at

215-534-7256

America's Auction

14401 8th St.Dade City, FL

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Avon: Catalogs are

available. Call Tanya or

Bobby 567-7125

tbhahnfl@yahoo.com

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Need Help

House cleaning and

Lawn Service,

by Bea

813-562-0633

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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Let me help you take

care of things you need

cleaned around the

house. General

housecleaning, ironing,

laundry, cooking.

lawncare, homecare for

sick, shopping.

Contact Ruth

@ 813-999-6085

References Available

Gary’s Handyman Service

Painting – Plumbing

Drywall – Flooring

Power wash & More

Gary Sanborn

352-206-3773

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

________________________ Keep the sunshine in your life. Let me help. In home

care by retired nurse,

reasonable rates, flexible

hours. Personalized,

Healing Touch massages

available.

Call Jeanne for your

individual assessment. 352-

437-5139.

Weekly Calendar of Events

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

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Monday Coffee Hour @8am…

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

Euchre @6pm…TOPS (take off pounds sensibly)@10am

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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…Yarn Hookers @3pm

Walking group @9am

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Wednesday Recycling pickup 1st & 3rd Wednesday……

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

Shuffleboard @1pm…Bingo@6:30pm, doors open @5:00pm

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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…Walking group@9am

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

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

WII FIT @9am

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Saturday ”65” game @6pm…Poker @5pm…

Apr 1st (Fri) Men’s Breakfast group 9am (Smitty’s)

Apr 2nd (Sat) Monthly Breakfast 8am (last one for the season)

Apr 5th (Tue) Crystal Gage country singer 7pm

Apr 6th (Wed) Womens Club 9:30am ( 2 cans of food for the needy)

Apr12th (Tues) Movie night 7pm

Apr 14th (Thur) Health Seminar 10am (diabetes)

Apr 17th (Sun) Hot Dog Night at the Pavilion 5:30pm

Apr 18th (Mon) Assn Officers/Directors 9am

Apr 19th (Tue) Debbie Myers country singer 7pm

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"The first of April, some do say, Is set apart for All Fools'

Day.

But why the people call it so, Nor I, nor they themselves do

know.

But on this day are people sent On purpose for pure

merriment."